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Introduction to Fitness at 68<\/h2>\n

At 68, Ellen Latham isn\u2019t in great shape for her age \u2014 she\u2019s in better shape than most people half her age. \u201cI\u2019m proud to say I maintain around 15% body fat and have strong, well-developed muscle throughout my body,\u201d the Orangetheory creator and co-founder told The Post. \u201cBut for me, it\u2019s not just about how I look \u2014 it\u2019s about what I can do and how I feel doing it.\u201d She can do a farmer\u2019s walking (carrying heavy weights) to the farmer\u2019s market with ease \u2014 this is, after all, a woman who swam a mile the morning she gave birth to her son. And she does it all while preaching a simple motto: \u201cLet go of the idea of perfection. Progress is about being the best version of yourself.\u201d <\/p>\n

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Start Early, But Don\u2019t Be Too Hard On Yourself<\/h2>\n

\u201cFitness has always been a part of my life,\u201d she said. \u201cI was fortunate to grow up in a household where movement was the norm \u2014 my father was a P.E. teacher and football coach, so physical activity and discipline were part of the everyday rhythm.\u201d She\u2019s competed in countless mini-triathlons and 10k races \u2014 but, as is the case with most people, \u201clife brought its seasons,\u201d she said. \u201cBetween career changes, motherhood and personal challenges, there were times when I had to reset and recommit to fitness.\u201d Once she got a little older, her focus shifted as well. \u201cSince my 40s, my approach has shifted toward longevity,\u201d she said. \u201cI started focusing on what would truly benefit me \u2014 and my body \u2014 through the decades ahead.\u201d That\u2019s what ultimately led to the model behind Orangetheory, which operates over 1,300 studios across the country: \u201cscience, structure and great metabolic work.\u201d<\/p>\n

Eat With Intention, But Don\u2019t Sell Yourself Short<\/h2>\n

\u201cFor me, diet is all about balance and longevity,\u201d she said. \u201cI focus on fueling my body in a way that supports energy, strength and healthy aging.\u201d That means plenty of whole foods, organic produce, wild-caught fish and grass-fed meats. \u201cProtein is the foundation \u2014 I aim to eat roughly my body weight in grams of protein each day to support muscle maintenance and recovery, especially as I get older,\u201d she said. But that doesn\u2019t mean there\u2019s no room for a little indulgence. \u201cI\u2019m also Italian,\u201d she quipped. \u201cSo yes, a great pasta dish, pizza and the occasional cannoli absolutely have a place in my life. It\u2019s not about restriction. It\u2019s about making mindful choices that help me feel my best and enjoy life at the same time.\u201d <\/p>\n

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Train Smart, Not Just Hard<\/h2>\n

Latham is definitely no weekend warrior. \u201cMy weekly routine is all about structure, balance and consistency,\u201d she said. \u201cI work out six days a week, and each day has a purpose.\u201d She follows the Orangetheory Fitness template \u2014 which combines strength training with cardio intervals \u2014 three days a week and does one day of lifting heavy weights, which is especially important for older adults, as the rate of muscle loss accelerates with age. She also does a lot of walking, which research has shown can significantly decrease the risk of all-cause mortality. \u201cOne day a week, I do a rucking walk \u2014 about 45 minutes wearing a 20-pound weighted vest,\u201d she said. She dedicates one day a week to Zone 2 walk, which involves walking at a pace that keeps your heart rate in Zone 2 of your maximum heart rate range, which is typically 60%\u201370% of your max heart rate.<\/p>\n

Be Consistent, But Know It\u2019s Never Too Late To Start<\/h2>\n

\u201cConsistency is the biggest \u2018hack,\u2019 if you want to call it that,\u201d she said. \u201cYou don\u2019t need to do an intense workout every day \u2014 but you do need a routine you can stick with. Just three focused workouts a week, paired with daily movement, can be transformational.\u201d Granted, sometimes tweaks need to be made as you age. Although, if you\u2019ve got a solid footing, it might not be as many as you\u2019d expect. \u201cAdjusting in your 50s and 60s really depends on the foundation you\u2019ve built earlier in life,\u201d she said. \u201cIf you\u2019ve been consistent since your 30s or 40s, you might be surprised by how little you need to change. Personally, I\u2019m still lifting much of the same weight I did years ago, aside from a few smart adjustments for areas that are orthopedically compromised.\u201d<\/p>\n

Use Every Amenity Available To You<\/h2>\n

No workout routine is the same without recovery, which is why Latham regularly uses an infrared sauna, a red light bed and a cold plunge. \u201cThese practices support recovery, reduce inflammation and help keep my energy high,\u201d she said. She also makes time to prioritize rest, which is an important factor that\u2019s easy to forget: \u201cDon\u2019t overlook stress and sleep; your nervous system plays a huge role in your health,\u201d she said. \u201cI always tell people: Find your \u2018why.\u2019 For me, it\u2019s about showing up strong and clear for the life I love.\u201d Finally, she doesn\u2019t shy away from some of the tools women have these days to get through hormonal changes with aplomb. \u201cI\u2019m also a strong believer in hormone replacement therapy (HRT) during perimenopause and menopause,\u201d she said. \u201cIt has helped me maintain muscle and bone strength, which becomes more difficult as we age \u2014 especially for women.\u201d<\/p>\n

Measure Progress By Strength, Not By Size<\/h2>\n

At nearly 70, Latham isn\u2019t concerned with the number on the scale or by dress size. \u201cAnother important shift is how I define progress,\u201d she said. \u201cAfter 50, it\u2019s not about weight or appearance \u2014 it\u2019s about strength, energy, balance and staying independent.\u201d That\u2019s why she focuses on functional fitness: <\/p>\n