Long before gyms and barbells, lifting was survival. From ancient warriors hoisting stones to modern lifters reclaiming strength after 40, the deadlift remains the purest test of power. In this post, Fitfty explores why this timeless lift still matters—and how it can help you move, feel, and live stronger at any age.

Injury changes everything—plans, progress, perspective. But after 40, adaptation is the name of the game. This article explores how to pivot, rebuild, and move forward when things don’t go to plan. Part 3 of the series “More Than Muscle: What Mortality, Setbacks, and Superhumans Reveal.”