Just you and your coach
Daytime sessions are booked one at a time. No members walking in, nobody waiting on your rack and no one else's workout in your way.
Atlas Strength / Adults 40+
Adults 40+ · Private gym · Carle Place, NY
Get strong again after 40
Whether you trained years ago or never have, it's not too late. Coached 1-on-1 strength training in a completely private gym, not a group class, that works with your body, not against it.
Built around youJoints, injuries and schedule
Private gymNo crowds, no ego
BS KinesiologySUNY Cortland · NSCA-CPT
5.0 ★28 Google reviews
Sound familiar?
This is for you if…
Many of my clients are in their 40s, 50s and 60s. Some trained hard when they were younger. Some never did. All of them got stronger.
- You used to trainSports or the gym were a big part of your life. We get you back without getting hurt.
- Your joints acheKnees, back or shoulders. We fix how you move first, then add strength.
- You're working around an old injuryModifications and smart exercise choices instead of pushing through pain.
- You want to keep your muscleStrength training is how you hold on to muscle and bone as you age.
- You want to stay independentCarry the groceries, play with the grandkids, travel, hike. Strength makes it easier.
- You want more energyFeel better at work, at home and on the weekends.
Private on purpose
Completely private.
Not a small group.
Most strength programs for adults 40+ around here are small-group classes with one coach for the room. At Atlas, your session is booked for you, and during the day the gym is just you and your coach.
Every rep coached
Your coach isn't splitting attention across a room. Every set gets watched, cued and adjusted, which is how you get stronger without getting hurt.
Nobody watching
No crowd to feel judged by. Start where you are, ask anything and learn at your own pace.
Want to train with someone? Bring your own partner or small group for semi-private training. Still no strangers.
Why Atlas
Why Atlas fits
you after 40
After 40, muscle and bone don't stay on their own. Training here is built to keep them, without beating up your joints.
Strength that protects you
Lifting keeps the muscle and bone you would otherwise lose, and makes your back, knees and shoulders more resilient.
Works around old injuries
A cranky back or a bad knee doesn't rule you out. Every exercise is picked and scaled so it feels good, not risky.
Fits a busy life
Sixty-minute sessions scheduled around your week, usually 2 to 3 times a week. The app keeps you on track on days you're not in.
Your first month
- First visit
We go over your goals, work, schedule and old injuries, then look at how you move. You leave with a clear plan.
- Weeks 1–4
You learn the main lifts with light weight and we find the versions your joints like best. Every rep is coached.
- Month 2 and beyond
Steady, tracked progress. Heavier lifts, better energy and fewer aches. You can see every number in the app.
Inside the gym
Strong at
every age
Real clients in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond, training for strength, balance and independence. 60 or older? See strength training for seniors →
How it works
Start where
you are
No contracts, no sales pitch, no pressure. Month to month.
Reach out
Fill out the short form below, or call or text (516) 524-3420.
First session
We talk about your goals, health history and any aches, then look at how you move.
Fix and build
Clean up how you move, then add strength at a pace your body can handle.
Keep going
Your program progresses as you do, so you keep getting stronger for years.
Included with your training
Your coach,
in your pocket
Every client can use the Atlas Strength app, built by Patrick. Your program, your progress and a direct line to your coach, all in one place.
- Your full programEvery session, exercise, set and rep, plus work for your off days.
- Know how hard to pushEvery lift is tagged with an intensity, so you never have to guess.
- Track your progressWorkout log, personal records and progress charts.
- Train around painFlag an ache and get safer exercise swaps.
Your coach
Patrick Rice
I write every program around the person in front of me, including old injuries, stiff joints and a busy schedule. I coach every session myself.
My focus is fixing how people move. Getting that right first is what lets you get stronger without getting hurt, at any age.
Client results
In their words
Real reviews from people who came back stronger.
“I was a middle age woman that had to lose weight and needed to get in shape… I lost over 40lbs got in great physical strength and shape… I am now 61yrs old and love going to this gym 3x a week.”
“I came in dealing with some right shoulder issues, and instead of just having me push through pain or avoid certain movements altogether, he took the time to show me different techniques and modifications… That level of personalized attention and knowledge is hard to find at most gyms.”
“After having two kids in the last 4 years, I didn't think I would ever get back into heavy lifting… I have not only gotten my strength back after my kids, but it's better than ever, and my body feels good while I do it.”
Questions
FAQ
Anything else? Call or text (516) 524-3420.
Not local? Can I train with you online?
Yes. With online personal training, you get a program written by me in the Atlas Strength app, video form review, weekly check-ins and messaging, wherever you train. Learn about online personal training →
How much does training cost?
It depends on how often you train and which option you choose. Semi-private training with a friend, the Hybrid Training Program and online coaching all cost less than 1-on-1. I'll go over exact pricing at your meeting, with no pressure and no contracts.
Will other people be in the gym during my session?
Daytime 1-on-1 sessions are private: just you and your coach. Evenings (7 to 9 pm) can have Hybrid Training and open gym members training too.
Is it too late to start lifting in my 40s, 50s or 60s?
No. People start strength training in every decade of life and get stronger. One of my clients started in middle age, lost over 40 lbs and now trains 3 times a week at 61.
I have bad knees, a bad back or an old injury. Can I still train?
Usually, yes. We work around limitations, fix how you move first, and choose exercises and modifications that build strength without making things worse. If something needs a doctor's input, I'll tell you.
I used to lift. Can I go back to what I did before?
We get you there gradually. Your muscles remember more than you think, but tendons and joints need time to catch up, so we build back smart.
Is heavy lifting safe as I get older?
For most people, yes, when it's coached and progressed properly. Weight is added only when your technique is solid and your body is ready. If you have a medical condition, get your doctor's OK first.
Why strength training instead of just cardio?
Cardio is great for your heart, but strength training is what keeps muscle, bone and balance as you age. The best plan includes both.
Can you help with nutrition too?
Yes. Nutrition coaching is part of how I work with clients: we build your eating around real food and your schedule, check in regularly and adjust as you go. No crash diets.
Get started
Book your
first session
Tell me a little about you and I'll get back to you within one business day to set it up.
I coach every session myself, so there are only so many training spots each week.
- Location
- 558 Westbury Ave.
Carle Place, NY 11514
1 block from the Carle Place LIRR station
Get directions → - Hours
- By appointment. Your sessions are scheduled around your week.
- Prefer to talk? Call or text
- (516) 524-3420
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