I didn’t know what a burrito was until I was 19 years old.
That might sound insane now, but growing up in South Louisiana, Tex-Mex just wasn’t a thing. I’d been to an El Chico once or twice, sure—but I was a kid. And like most kids, I ordered chicken tenders.
So, sophomore year of college, when a Chipotle opened near campus and my buddies were freaking out over their first burrito free promo… I wasn’t exactly rushing to get in line.
But they talked me into it.
And man—I’m glad they did.
That one free burrito turned into one of my favorite foods on the planet. Not just because it’s delicious (it is), but because it’s quick, satisfying, and—even with a little planning—can actually be pretty healthy.
Try Something New (It Might Surprise You)
Trying something new—especially something you don’t understand yet—is uncomfortable.
But it’s also how most of us discover the things we love.
And that’s fitness.
If you’ve never trained in a private studio like mine, it’s easy to assume it’s “just another gym” or “just another trainer.” But once you experience it—real coaching, real personalization, no crowds, no chaos—it clicks.
And even if you’ve worked with a trainer before, maybe it was like me ordering chicken tenders at El Chico.
Right restaurant. Wrong order.
If you’ve been thinking about starting an exercise program—or giving it one more shot—I’d love for you to try this version.
If You Still Feel Young Inside… You’re Not Done Yet
Most people over 50 still feel like themselves on the inside—but their body doesn’t always keep up. That’s where I come in. At Stowe Personal Training in Central Austin, I help you move better, feel stronger, and get back to doing what you love. Let’s get your body caught up to how young you still feel.
More posts that hit home if you’re ready to move, but want to do it smart:
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Why Going Down the Stairs Hurts More
→ Learn why it happens—and how to make stairs feel easy again. -
Finding Relief from Knee Pain
→ A step-by-step breakdown of what works (and what doesn’t) for painful knees after 50. -
Why Stretching Isn’t Helping
→ How to actually improve mobility instead of wasting time on ineffective routines.
“I’m 66, and after 6 months I’ve lost 13 pounds, almost 4 inches around my gut, dramatically improved my posture, and increased shoulder range of motion. Nate designs programs based on your history and age—and explains the why behind everything. He’s the opposite of one-size-fits-all.”
— Steve H 5- Star Google Review
Written by Nate Stowe, NASM-CPT, NCSF-CPT, CES, TRX Certified
Nate Stowe is a personal trainer and movement specialist based in Austin, Texas, with over 16 years of experience helping adults over 50 move better, get stronger, and live pain-free. He’s the founder of Stowe Personal Training, creator of the GET STRONGER LIVE LONGER Program, and author of Revitalize at 50+, a best-selling book on strength, longevity, and reclaiming your body after middle age.
Over the past two decades, Nate’s training system has helped hundreds of everyday adults avoid surgery, reduce chronic pain, and get back to doing the things they love—without needing a medical degree or spending hours in the gym.
Don’t worry—he saves the third-person talk for bios, not your training sessions. Sixteen years in, he’s still awkward when writing about himself.
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