How can training like an athlete — no matter your age or fitness level — unlock strength, bone health, and lasting performance?In this episode of The Mindful Trainer Podcast, host Melanie Webb talks with award-winning performance coach and Certified Personal Trainer Rafal Tokicz about the philosophy of “training like an athlete” at every stage of life. Rafal shares why movement patterns, impact training, and power development aren’t just for professional athletes but essential for building bone density, preventing injury, and maintaining vitality as we age.The conversation turns personal as Melanie gets vulnerable about her own diagnosis of osteopenia and the strategies she’s using to rebuild bone health, from backpacking with heavy loads to smarter recovery. Together, they explore biohacking tools like compression boots, supplements, and sleep optimization, while emphasizing that fitness ultimately comes down to self-improvement and competing against yourself.Whether you’re 20, 70, or anywhere in between, this episode will inspire you to challenge your physical limits safely, prioritize recovery, and see training as a lifelong path to better health.Key TakeawaysTraining like an athlete is for everyone — the patterns may look different, but the benefits are universal.Bone density matters at every age — impact, resistance, and load are your allies.Wellness hacks add up — small daily tweaks can have a big impact on long-term health.Biohacking isn’t complicated — tools like compression boots, creatine, or better sleep can accelerate recovery.Fitness is self-improvement — progress means competing with yourself, not others.Resources and MentionsConnect with Rafal on Instagram at @ Last_set_fitnessMake Strength Training Part of Your Week with the WebbWell 21-Day Self-Care Challenge™ Download My Free Guide: 5 Steps to Healing from InjurySave 15% On Your First Order of Hammer Nutrition by shopping this link: https://hammernutrition.com/?snowball=MELANIE91601

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