Emily, Lead Trainer at Core Principles Personal Training – Stamford, CT
Let’s talk about eggs. 🥚
Not the price of eggs.
Not the protein in eggs.
Not even the best way to scramble them (though I have thoughts).
What I want to talk about is why they’re shaped the way they are—and how that’s the most surprisingly useful thing you’ll read today if you’re thinking about joining a gym over 50.
Here’s the deal:
An egg’s shape gives it serious strength. Try squeezing one in your palm. Unless you’re The Rock, you won’t break it. That curve? It’s no accident. It’s nature’s way of distributing pressure evenly.
But it gets better.
Different birds lay different-shaped eggs depending on their environment.
📍 Seabirds that live on cliffs lay longer, pointier eggs that roll in tight circles—so they don’t roll off the edge.
📍 Birds with deep, cup-shaped nests lay rounder eggs. Because falling out isn’t really a concern in a cushy nest.
Same need. Different environments.
So the eggs adapted.
Now, here’s where that ties back to you.
If you’re over 50 and thinking about starting (or restarting) strength training, the gym you choose matters. A lot.
It’s not just about equipment or how fancy the showers are.
It’s about the environment.
Because just like an egg, you’ll thrive when the environment fits you.
As a coach here in Stamford, I’ve worked with dozens of people who said the same thing:
“I thought I just didn’t like the gym… turns out I just hadn’t found the right one.”
So today, I want to give you a few quick pointers to help you find the right gym for YOU.
✅ 1. Look Around—Do You See People Like You?
You don’t want to feel like you’re stepping into someone else’s playground. Look for a space where the people around you are in a similar season of life. It’s easier to stay motivated (and feel comfortable) when the crowd gets you.
✅ 2. Ask About the First Step
Be wary of any gym that throws you into a group class on day one. A great gym will start with a personal plan—something that considers your body, your past injuries, your comfort level, and your goals.
✅ 3. Does the Coaching Match What You Need Now?
Look… you don’t need to flip tires or do burpees.
What you do need is someone who understands how to help you build strength while supporting your joints, improving balance, and keeping you independent.
That’s training smart.
✅ 4. Trust Your Gut on the Layout
If the space feels chaotic or overwhelming, you won’t want to show up. Look for a gym that’s simple, clear, and easy to navigate—with enough space to move, and without a bunch of intimidating machines you’ll never use.
✅ 5. Make Sure It’s Efficient
You shouldn’t have to spend hours in the gym to see results.
Two smart strength sessions per week can completely change how your body feels.
If the program sounds like it’s made for 20-year-olds with unlimited time and zero joint pain, it’s not the right fit.
The Bottom Line?
The best gym isn’t the trendiest or the cheapest.
It’s the one that feels like it was made for you—for your lifestyle, your body, your goals.
Just like the egg evolved for its nest…
You need a gym that supports where you’re at now, and where you want to be 10 years from now.
And if you’re looking for that here in Stamford… well, I might know a place. 😉
We didn’t just build a gym.
We built your nest.
If you’re curious what that looks like, we’ve got a great way to try it out without pressure.
📩 Just shoot us a message or stop by the studio, and ask about our 14-Day Spring Strength Kickstart. If you mention this blog, we’ll even throw in 2 bonus training sessions FREE.
Let’s get stronger, smarter—and on your terms.
