Gallery: These 6 Tips Will Help You Train Like The Pros And Stay Fit For Life

The kinds of workouts you do at age 20 may not be feasible at age 40. Why? As we age, our bodies undergo a decline in certain areas of performance. The key is to adjust your training regimen to meet your current level of activity, intensity, and overall goals. If you have traded powerlifting for triathlons, the way you train will change. Depending on your physical health condition, some changes may be more drastic than others.

A major concern is injury prevention. Injuries can occur for a variety of reasons. Aside from the occasional freak accident or equipment malfunction, things like overtraining, failure to train your entire body, and loss of strength and flexibility can all cause major setbacks in your training progress.

Here are six tips that will keep you at optimal performance for years to come--just like the pros!