Starting Strength Colorado Springs

Most people past 50 have been told what they should stop doing. Pick up the grandkids carefully. Let someone else carry the bags. Mind your back.

The barbell says something different. You start light, add a little each session, and a coach watches every rep. A few months in, you're lifting more than you thought you could, and the things outside the gym stop being a problem.

You don't need to know how to lift. That's what the coach is for.

Book a Free 30-Minute Session with a Coach. Find a location near you: https://www.startingstrengthgyms.com/locations.html

Susan was diagnosed with Osteopenia 11 months ago and started training with us. After 10 months, she is back to normal levels with an 8% increase in bone density. She has also gotten pretty strong to boot. Schedule a free session to learn what we can do to help you. https://www.startingstrengthgyms.com/cosprings/free-session.html

Great Article in the New York Times from a 62 year old woman who needed to get stronger for her health.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/17/well/move/weight-lifting-aging.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share

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