Thrive A/F (After Forty)

Keith Calleja and Lou Fratto
  • 5.0 (8)
  • Fitness
  • Updated Semiweekly

Thrive A/F (After Forty) is a show dedicated to proactive aging, longevity, and preserving independence after 40. Join Lou Fratto (MS, PT, MTC), Owner of Delray Care Physical Therapy, and Keith Calleja, a Founder of CrossFit Terminus, as they explore practical strategies for aging well. Aging is inevitable; how you age is a choice. We focus on health span and capability so you can stay fully engaged in the life you love. Drawing from Lou’s book 'Thrive' and expert insights, this isn’t about chasing youth or extreme solutions—it’s about thriving after forty. Get Lou's Book Thrive: https://delraycarept.com/thrive-a-physical-therapists-guide-to-longevity/Delay Care Physical Therapy: https://delaycare.comCrossFit Terminus: https://crossfitterminus.com

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    Lever Two: Exercise & Movement - How to Build Real-World Capacity After 40 | Thrive A/F Ep. 3

    In this episode Keith and Lou discuss exercise and movement as a key lever for longevity, highlighting the profound impact of physical activity on cellular health, bone density, and cognitive function. It also explores the modern landscape of trending wellness alternatives, contrasting them with the undeniable, cost-free, and time-tested power of functional fitness. Discover why a simple 90 minutes a week can slash all-cause mortality, what your VO2 Max actually says about your lifespan, and the inspiring story of an 85-year-old who completely reclaimed her physical independence. Resources: GRAB THE BLUEPRINT! Get Lou's book, Thrive: A Physical Therapist's Guide to Longevity, available now: https://delraycarept.com/thrive-a-physical-therapists-guide-to-longevity/ Delay Care Physical Therapy - https://delraycarept.com/ CrossFit Terminus - https://crossfitterminus.com Key Topics: Exercise as a prescription for anti-agingVO2 Max and cardiovascular healthStarting exercise at any ageStrength training for longevityPractical movement tips for seniors Takeaways: Exercise helps every longevity pathway from gut health to cognition.It's never too late to start exercising; even seniors see significant benefits.Small daily movements add up and are crucial for health.Strength training maintains muscle mass and prevents falls.VO2 Max is a key indicator of cardiovascular fitness and longevity. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Thrive After Forty 05:20 Use It or Lose It: The Importance of Movement 11:54 Setting Goals for Longevity and Fitness 16:10 Strength Training: A Necessity for Aging Gracefully 23:39 The Power of Community and Personal Growth 30:53 Synergistic Levers in Health and Fitness Produced by Pescador Media Productions.

    34 min

  2. May 28

    Lever One: Mindset - How Thoughts Shape Your Aging Journey | Thrive A/F Ep. 2

    In this episode Keith and Lou discuss the power of mindset as a key lever for longevity, highlighting the impact of mindset on aging and the body's physiology. It also explores society's conditioning around aging, driven by fear-based marketing and the societal shift towards consumption and productivity. The conversation delves into the philosophy of aging, the impact of marketing on aging perceptions, the art of aging gracefully, mindset and physical fitness, and the role of mindset in physical therapy. Takeaways Mindset is a key lever for longevitySociety's conditioning around aging is driven by fear-based marketing Longevity mindsetMindset in physical therapy Resources: Thrive Book by Lou Fratto: https://delraycarept.com/thrive-a-physical-therapists-guide-to-longevity/Delay Care Physical Therapy: https://delraycarept.com/CrossFit Terminus: https://crossfitterminus.com Chapters 00:00 The Power of Mindset14:56 Society's Conditioning Around Aging22:09 Mindset and Physical Fitness35:23 Mindset in Physical Therapy

    43 min

  3. May 21

    How to Master Longevity & Health Span After 40 (The 8 Levers) | Thrive A/F Ep. 1

    Are you ready to stop just 'getting older' and start thriving? Keith and Lou dive into the 8 levers of longevity from Lou’s book, 'Thrive.' We’re breaking down the difference between lifespan and health span so you can stay active for life! Get the Book: https://delraycarept.com/thrive-a-physical-therapists-guide-to-longevity/Delray Care Physical Therapy: https://delraycarept.com/CrossFit Terminus: https://crossfitterminus.com

    30 min
  • 3 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
8 Ratings

About

Thrive A/F (After Forty) is a show dedicated to proactive aging, longevity, and preserving independence after 40. Join Lou Fratto (MS, PT, MTC), Owner of Delray Care Physical Therapy, and Keith Calleja, a Founder of CrossFit Terminus, as they explore practical strategies for aging well. Aging is inevitable; how you age is a choice. We focus on health span and capability so you can stay fully engaged in the life you love. Drawing from Lou’s book 'Thrive' and expert insights, this isn’t about chasing youth or extreme solutions—it’s about thriving after forty. Get Lou's Book Thrive: https://delraycarept.com/thrive-a-physical-therapists-guide-to-longevity/Delay Care Physical Therapy: https://delaycare.comCrossFit Terminus: https://crossfitterminus.com

Information

  • Creator
    Keith Calleja and Lou Fratto
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Keith Calleja and Lou Fratto
  • Show Website
    Thrive A/F (After Forty)