Aging Strong with Hugo
Resilience. Strength. Discipline, Life beyond borders
Join Hugo Martins Cervantes, an expat, veteran, and functional fitness enthusiast, as he explores aging strong, mental toughness, and Functional training. From Steel Clubs, Steel Maces, kettlebells and more to military discipline and life as an expat, this podcast is about building strength—inside and out—no matter where life takes you.
If you're over 50 or getting there, seeking motivation, or navigating change, train smart, stay strong, and embrace the warrior within. 🔥
Episodes
20 episodes
Episode 12 - Crossroads of the Mind: On Midlife, Comfort, and Challenge
Crossroads of the Mind: On Midlife, Comfort, and ChallengeAt some point, many of us reach a place where life looks stable on the outside — yet something stirs within. In this episode, I reflect on a candid dinner conversation that...
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Episode 12
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18:56
Episode 11 - Back to Sweat, Back to Self: My Sports Journey
After a pause, I’m back — not to where I was, but to where I need to be. This episode dives into the emotional and physical journey of restarting training after a break: from the humbling first sessions to rediscovering flow, and how aging adds...
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Episode 11
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18:18
EPISODE 10 - The Workout You Don’t Want Is the One You Need
🎉 Episode 10: The Workout You Don’t Want Is the One You Need 🏋️♂️ Welcome to our 10th episode — a small milestone with a big message!In this special edition of Aging Strong with Hugo, we dig deep into the uncomfortab...
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Episode 10
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20:01
Episode 9 - Transitions, Training & Mindful Steps
In this candid episode, I unpack three big things: 🏋️♂️ My workout of the day — short, intense, and surprisingly grounding. 🌍 The messy, often hilarious reality of moving to a new country. 🥗 And how I’m staying sane ...
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Episode 9
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17:55
Episode 8 - Home Again: Restarting Life with Strength and Purpose
🎙️ Episode 8 – "Home Again: Restarting Life with Strength and Purpose" This episode is slightly off-topic—but only slightly. Because what’s more functional than having your entire life flipped upside down by a cross-...
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21:16
Episode 7 - Rewriting the Aging Narrative
Why Aging Strong Is a Mindset, Not Just PhysicalIn this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode, I open up about the real story behind Aging Strong—why it's more than just lifting weights or staying active. I dive i...
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Episode 7
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20:51
Episode 6 - The Power of Breathing: Your Untapped Superpower
What if the secret to greater strength, sharper focus, and deeper calm has been right under your nose all along?In this episode of Aging Strong with Hugo, we explore the profound impact of something so basic, so automatic, that ...
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Episode 6
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18:27
Episode 5 - Why I Love Bulgarian Bags and Battle Ropes (And Why You Might Too)
In this episode, I open up about two of the most dynamic tools in my training arsenal: the Bulgarian Bag and Battle Ropes. These aren't just fitness accessories—they've become essential to my transformation and ongoing journey tow...
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Episode 4 - Tool of Change: My Introduction to Mace Training
🎙️ Forged in Iron: My Macebell Beginning “It wasn’t just a tool—it became a turning point.”In this episode, I open up about how I first encountered the steel mace—and why that moment marked a quiet revolution in my li...
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Episode 4
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24:45
Episode 3.1 - What I Eat to Age Strong (and Stay Sane)
What I Eat to Age Strong (and Stay Sane) In this bonus episode, I open up about what I actually eat — the foods, habits, and mindset shifts that are helping me stay strong, focused, and functional in my 50s. From dit...
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Episode 3 - Kettlebells and the Road Back to Strength
🎧 Kettlebells and the Road Back to Strength In this episode, I take you through my personal journey of how kettlebell training became more than just a workout — it became a path to reclaiming strength, mobility, and purpose a...
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Episode 3
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26:41
Episode 2.1 - The Shena Board: Ancient Simplicity for Modern Strength
🎙️ Bonus Episode 2.2 – Rediscovering Strength: The Power of the Shena Board In this special bonus episode, Hugo shares the story behind a humble wooden tool that became a cornerstone of his training: the Shena Board. Root...
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11:50
Episode 2 - The Power of Functional Tools: Indian Clubs, Steel Clubs & Moving Pain-Free After 50
In this episode of Aging Strong with Hugo, I dive into the tools that helped me rebuild my shoulders, improve my posture, and train smarter—not harder—after turning 50. Discover the power of Indian Clubs and Steel...
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Episode 2
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Episode 1 - Aging Strong Begins: My Story, My Mission
🎧 Aging Strong Begins: My Story, My Mission Why Functional Training Became My Path After 50In this very first episode of Aging Strong with Hugo, I open up about why I started this podcast and how functional tra...
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Episode 1
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24:27
Short and Late – But I’m Here
A quick and personal update from me. Life threw a few delays my way—but I’m still here, and more is coming your way soon.In this mini-episode, I share a behind-the-scenes thank you, a glimpse of what’s next for Aging Strong with Hugo...
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10:19
A Quick Note from Hugo
Hi listeners—this is just a short note from me, Hugo, letting you know that Episode 1’s audio had some issues, but I’m fixing it. A better version will be available soon. Thanks for your patience and support!
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Episode 1.1 - Why did I write a book…
In this bonus episode, I take a pause to share something more personal — the why behind my book. This isn't the beginning of my podcast journey, but it is the heart of my story. You'll hear: ...
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Season 1
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16:38
The Sound of Aging Strong
A behind-the-scenes thank you and a preview of what’s to come. Get a first taste of Aging Strong with Hugo—and meet the band behind the powerful intro. Special thanks to Shelma &...
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