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About your Instructor

Hi, I’m Fred Spratt, founder of Newfound Health & Fitness — and just like you, I’m on a mission to make my next 20 years my strongest.

I’ve been training since the early ’80s when my gym was a bench in the basement and the only fitness “science” came from muscle magazines and hard lessons. Now, at 60, I’m a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and corrective exercise specialist who’s walked the walk — including through injury, setbacks, and 35 extra pounds I didn’t plan on carrying.

This course isn’t built from theory. It’s built from experience.

I know what it’s like to feel behind, to feel frustrated, to feel like you’ve tried everything and still can’t get momentum. That’s why I created Strong Start — a clear, no-fluff path to rebuilding strength, confidence, and wellness after 50.

Everything I teach is rooted in science, shaped by my own journey, and crafted to meet you where you are — not where someone says you “should” be. My goal isn’t perfection. It’s progress that lasts.

If you’re tired of gimmicks and ready for a real, practical roadmap — let’s go.

FAQs

  • Many older adults worry that strength training is risky or won’t work for them because they haven’t exercised in years — but science shows it’s both safe and beneficial when done right. Resistance training improves muscle, bone density, balance, and independence at any age.

  • Strength training after 50 is far more than aesthetics — it’s about protecting your future.

    As we age, we naturally lose muscle mass in a process called sarcopenia, which begins as early as our 30s and accelerates in our 50s and 60s. This muscle loss isn’t just about looking “soft” — it leads to slower metabolism, joint instability, poor balance, and higher risk of falls and fractures.

    But the good news? Strength training is the antidote.

    It helps you:

    • Rebuild and preserve lean muscle

    • Boost your metabolism and support fat loss

    • Improve joint support and reduce pain

    • Enhance energy, mobility, and confidence

    • Stay independent and active into your later years

    This isn’t about bodybuilding — it’s about healthspan, not just lifespan. You don’t need to be perfect, just consistent.

  • Many adults over 50 aren’t sure how much or what type of exercise is recommended—or if they need a gym membership. Guidelines generally recommend 150 minutes of moderate activity per week along with muscle‑strengthening exercises at least twice weekly, but you can do safe, effective workouts right at home.

  • Many people in their 50s and 60s worry that pain, stiffness, or past injuries mean they shouldn’t exercise. In reality, appropriate movement is often part of the solution — not the problem.

    That said, if you have:

    • A diagnosed medical condition

    • Recent surgery or injury

    • Severe or worsening pain

    • Concerns about heart health, blood pressure, or balance

    …it’s always smart to check with your physician or healthcare provider first before starting a new exercise program.

    In this course, we focus on:

    • Safe, beginner‑friendly movements

    • Progressions that respect your current ability

    • Strength, mobility, and control — not pushing through pain

    I don’t diagnose or treat medical conditions. My role is to help you move better, get stronger, and build confidence within safe, evidence‑based guidelines — and to help you recognize when it’s appropriate to seek medical guidance.

    If something doesn’t feel right, we slow down. Progress comes from consistency and good judgment, not forcing results.