Mid Life Muscle and Strength

JP + Mickey
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  • Health & Fitness

Getting older doesn't mean you have to stop training hard, playing sports, or feeling like an athlete. Mid Life Muscle & Strength is hosted by JP Wioncek and Mickey Kilmartin—two dads, former athletes, and longtime coaches talking about what it really takes to stay strong, athletic, healthy, and capable through your 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond. We talk strength training, recovery, nutrition, longevity, CrossFit, golf, injuries, parenting, youth sports, and the lessons we've learned from years of training ourselves and coaching others. Some episodes are just JP and Mickey. Others feature coaches, athletes, health professionals, and people with stories worth hearing. We're not trying to train like we're 20 forever. We're figuring out how to keep doing the things we love for as long as possible. Stay strong. Stay athletic. Keep doing what you love.

  1. Oct 26

    PAIN- Do you need it to be successful in sport?

    In this episode, Mickey and JP explore the role of pain and mental toughness in CrossFit and athletic performance. They discuss how discomfort influences success, the importance of mental resilience, and how training with others can push boundaries. Ready to Start Training with a Plan? If you want to get stronger, move better, and stay athletic as you get older, JP and Mickey offer coaching and programming designed to help you train with purpose and stay consistent. Train with JP — JPW Training: https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/2582840/sites/196154133150958851/jpw-training-7avayv Train with Mickey — The Dad Bod Chronicles: https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/brand/the-dad-bod-chronicles?attrib=565316-web Shop Our Recommended Gear & Products Looking for the gear we use and recommend? Check out our favorite home gym equipment, golf gear, supplements, recovery tools, and more. See JP’s Top Picks: https://tr.ee/ek4yn-s8-l Mid Life Muscle & Strength Stay Strong. Stay Athletic. Keep Doing What You Love.

  2. Oct 22

    Special Guest- Chris from CAPA coaching

    In this episode, fitness coach Chris shares insights on building muscle, managing body fat, and the importance of foundational strength. He discusses realistic expectations, nutrition strategies, and his goals for the future in fitness and social media influence. Ready to Start Training with a Plan? If you want to get stronger, move better, and stay athletic as you get older, JP and Mickey offer coaching and programming designed to help you train with purpose and stay consistent. Train with JP — JPW Training: https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/2582840/sites/196154133150958851/jpw-training-7avayv Train with Mickey — The Dad Bod Chronicles: https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/brand/the-dad-bod-chronicles?attrib=565316-web Shop Our Recommended Gear & Products Looking for the gear we use and recommend? Check out our favorite home gym equipment, golf gear, supplements, recovery tools, and more. See JP’s Top Picks: https://tr.ee/ek4yn-s8-l Mid Life Muscle & Strength Stay Strong. Stay Athletic. Keep Doing What You Love.

  3. Oct 22

    Special Guest- PGA Pro Justin Scott

    Justin Scott shares his journey from a young golfer to a PGA member and coach, emphasizing the importance of body mechanics, mental focus, and consistent practice for improving golf performance. Ready to Start Training with a Plan? If you want to get stronger, move better, and stay athletic as you get older, JP and Mickey offer coaching and programming designed to help you train with purpose and stay consistent. Train with JP — JPW Training: https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/2582840/sites/196154133150958851/jpw-training-7avayv Train with Mickey — The Dad Bod Chronicles: https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/brand/the-dad-bod-chronicles?attrib=565316-web Shop Our Recommended Gear & Products Looking for the gear we use and recommend? Check out our favorite home gym equipment, golf gear, supplements, recovery tools, and more. See JP’s Top Picks: https://tr.ee/ek4yn-s8-l Mid Life Muscle & Strength Stay Strong. Stay Athletic. Keep Doing What You Love.

  4. Oct 15

    Special Guest- John Marchese

    In this episode, John Marchese shares his extensive knowledge on the importance of neurological assessment, injury prevention, and the role of chiropractic and neurology in athletic performance and longevity. Discover how personalized, neurological-focused training can transform athletic outcomes and overall health. Ready to Start Training with a Plan? If you want to get stronger, move better, and stay athletic as you get older, JP and Mickey offer coaching and programming designed to help you train with purpose and stay consistent. Train with JP — JPW Training: https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/2582840/sites/196154133150958851/jpw-training-7avayv Train with Mickey — The Dad Bod Chronicles: https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/brand/the-dad-bod-chronicles?attrib=565316-web Shop Our Recommended Gear & Products Looking for the gear we use and recommend? Check out our favorite home gym equipment, golf gear, supplements, recovery tools, and more. See JP’s Top Picks: https://tr.ee/ek4yn-s8-l Mid Life Muscle & Strength Stay Strong. Stay Athletic. Keep Doing What You Love.

  5. Oct 12

    Unpopular Opinions and Fitness Myths

    In this episode, Mickey and JP Wiz share their unfiltered opinions on fitness myths, training strategies, and the realities of building strength and endurance. They challenge common beliefs and offer practical insights for anyone looking to optimize their fitness journey. Ready to Start Training with a Plan? If you want to get stronger, move better, and stay athletic as you get older, JP and Mickey offer coaching and programming designed to help you train with purpose and stay consistent. Train with JP — JPW Training: https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/2582840/sites/196154133150958851/jpw-training-7avayv Train with Mickey — The Dad Bod Chronicles: https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/brand/the-dad-bod-chronicles?attrib=565316-web Shop Our Recommended Gear & Products Looking for the gear we use and recommend? Check out our favorite home gym equipment, golf gear, supplements, recovery tools, and more. See JP’s Top Picks: https://tr.ee/ek4yn-s8-l Mid Life Muscle & Strength Stay Strong. Stay Athletic. Keep Doing What You Love.

  6. Oct 5

    Special Guest- Matt Michaud from Ever Proven CrossFit

    In this episode, Matt shares his journey from CrossFit enthusiast to gym owner and firefighter, emphasizing the importance of purpose, proper training, and mental health for first responders and fitness enthusiasts alike. Ready to Start Training with a Plan? If you want to get stronger, move better, and stay athletic as you get older, JP and Mickey offer coaching and programming designed to help you train with purpose and stay consistent. Train with JP — JPW Training: https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/2582840/sites/196154133150958851/jpw-training-7avayv Train with Mickey — The Dad Bod Chronicles: https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/brand/the-dad-bod-chronicles?attrib=565316-web Shop Our Recommended Gear & Products Looking for the gear we use and recommend? Check out our favorite home gym equipment, golf gear, supplements, recovery tools, and more. See JP’s Top Picks: https://tr.ee/ek4yn-s8-l Mid Life Muscle & Strength Stay Strong. Stay Athletic. Keep Doing What You Love.

  7. Oct 1

    How to Stay Strong & Athletic as a Busy Dad | Chris Conroy

    Becoming a dad doesn’t mean you have to stop training hard—but your training may need to change. JP Wioncek and Mickey Kilmartin sit down with Chris Conroy, founder of Dad Training, to talk about how former athletes and busy dads can stay strong, athletic, and fit without letting their workouts compete with family life. Chris shares how his journey from CrossFit and bobsled ambitions to training at home with three daughters changed the way he thinks about fitness. Instead of training for performance alone, he now focuses on building a body that helps him show up as a dad, husband, and athlete. In this episode: How becoming a dad changes your approach to fitnessWhy Chris uses a 10-day training cycle instead of a 7-day weekStrength training for busy dads and former athletesBuilding real-world strength with carries, sandbags, and practical movementsBalancing workouts, recovery, marriage, and family lifeWhy you shouldn’t compare yourself to your peak-athlete yearsUsing general physical preparedness to stay capable and athleticChris’s four foundational habits: protein, hydration, stress management, and daily stepsIf you’re a busy dad, former athlete, or someone trying to balance strength training, family, recovery, and real life, this episode is about making fitness sustainable—and using your training to support your life instead of taking away from it. Guest: Chris Conroy — Dad Training Instagram & YouTube: @dadtraining 100 Blocks Challenge: 100blocks.com Ready to Start Training with a Plan? If you want to get stronger, move better, and stay athletic as you get older, JP and Mickey offer coaching and programming designed to help you train with purpose and stay consistent. Train with JP — JPW Training: https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/2582840/sites/196154133150958851/jpw-training-7avayv Train with Mickey — The Dad Bod Chronicles: https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/brand/the-dad-bod-chronicles?attrib=565316-web Shop Our Recommended Gear & Products Looking for the gear we use and recommend? Check out our favorite home gym equipment, golf gear, supplements, recovery tools, and more. See JP’s Top Picks: https://tr.ee/ek4yn-s8-l Mid Life Muscle & Strength Stay Strong. Stay Athletic. Keep Doing What You Love.

  8. Sep 24

    The Hidden Cost of Overtraining After 40 | Nancy Angelini of Water's Edge Wellness

    The real cost of overtraining isn’t just being tired. Poor recovery can affect your sleep, energy, gut health, performance, and ability to stay active long term. JP Wioncek talks with Nancy from Water’s Edge Wellness about overtraining, recovery, nutrition, gut health, strength training, and longevity—and why doing more isn’t always the answer. Nancy’s background spans professional ballet, triathlons, holistic health, and rebuilding her strength after a serious leg injury and multiple surgeries. In this episode: Why recovery is essential for building strength and avoiding burnoutHow overtraining can affect sleep, energy, and performanceThe connection between gut health, nutrition, and recoveryWhy the same foods and training strategies don’t work for everyoneUsing balance, coordination, and cross-training for lifelong movementTraining for long-term health instead of short-term performanceWhether you’re a midlife athlete, former competitor, busy parent, or someone who still loves training hard, this conversation is a reminder that recovery is part of training—not something separate from it. Guest: Nancy — Water’s Edge Wellness Instagram: @watersegewellness Website: https://watersedgewellness.com/ Host of Herbal Answers with Nan Ready to Start Training with a Plan? If you want to get stronger, move better, and stay athletic as you get older, JP and Mickey offer coaching and programming designed to help you train with purpose and stay consistent. Train with JP — JPW Training: https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/2582840/sites/196154133150958851/jpw-training-7avayv Train with Mickey — The Dad Bod Chronicles: https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/brand/the-dad-bod-chronicles?attrib=565316-web Shop Our Recommended Gear & Products Looking for the gear we use and recommend? Check out our favorite home gym equipment, golf gear, supplements, recovery tools, and more. See JP’s Top Picks: https://tr.ee/ek4yn-s8-l Mid Life Muscle & Strength Stay Strong. Stay Athletic. Keep Doing What You Love.

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Getting older doesn't mean you have to stop training hard, playing sports, or feeling like an athlete. Mid Life Muscle & Strength is hosted by JP Wioncek and Mickey Kilmartin—two dads, former athletes, and longtime coaches talking about what it really takes to stay strong, athletic, healthy, and capable through your 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond. We talk strength training, recovery, nutrition, longevity, CrossFit, golf, injuries, parenting, youth sports, and the lessons we've learned from years of training ourselves and coaching others. Some episodes are just JP and Mickey. Others feature coaches, athletes, health professionals, and people with stories worth hearing. We're not trying to train like we're 20 forever. We're figuring out how to keep doing the things we love for as long as possible. Stay strong. Stay athletic. Keep doing what you love.

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  • Creator
    JP + Mickey
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    88
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Mid Life Muscle and Strength
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    Mid Life Muscle and Strength