Physio & climber Andy McVittie shares the subtle signs that your hips (and maybe more) need attention — and why you shouldn’t write them off as “just getting older.” We cover: That “ooh” sound when standing — and why it’s a red flag if it’s new Taking 2–3 seconds to…
At 47, Neil Gresham could do six one-arm pull-ups—more than he ever managed in his twenties. No steroids, no gimmicks—just a powerful nutrition strategy that rewired his recovery, performance, and energy. In this episode, Neil breaks down: How he built elite strength later in life The anti-inflammatory eating plan that…
At age 49, Susan Marie Conrad paddled 1,200 miles—alone—through the remote, storm-swept waters of the Alaskan Inside Passage. Twelve years later, at 61, she went back and did it again. In this powerful conversation, Susan shares what it means to return—not just to the same wild coastline, but as a…
“Still Racing Teenagers at 64” - Judi Oyama, World Champion Skateboarder What happens when a 64-year-old lines up next to 17-year-olds on the slalom course? For Judi Oyama, it’s not a “masters” category. There’s only one field — and she’s in it. 🏁 Competing against racers young enough to be…
🚢💪 No gym. No walls. Just wind, waves—and one big goal. To train for the Dawn Wall, Seb Berthe didn’t just climb hard. He sailed across the Atlantic and figured out how to hangboard between storms, do isometrics on a rocking deck, and stay psyched in chaos. He didn’t just…
In this clip, UK-based physio & climber Andy McVittie breaks down what the science really says about cold plunges and saunas — from centuries-old cultural traditions to today’s Instagram-fueled biohacks. We cover: Why studies show both benefits and drawbacks How cold might help recovery… and when it might actually slow…
At 65, Judi Oyama is still lining up at the start gate — not in a “Masters” category, but shoulder-to-shoulder with athletes half, or even a quarter her age. She’s a World Champion slalom skateboarder, a Hall of Fame inductee, and a pioneer who’s been breaking barriers since she first…
Bob Becker didn’t grow up an athlete. He ran his first marathon in his 50s. Now, at 80, he’s outlasting runners half his age—competing in 100+ mile ultramarathons across deserts, through mountain passes, and deep into the unknown. But this isn’t just a story about extreme endurance. It’s a meditation…
Physiotherapist, coach, and lifelong climber Andy McVittie is back for the final chapter of our three-part deep dive into aging well, moving well, and living without fear of injury. If you haven’t listened to Part I (The Movement Optimist: Knees, Shoulders, Elbows, Hips, Bulletproof Yourself! Never Late to Get Strong!)…
“What I’m about to say might surprise you…” When asked how he coaches aging climbers, Neil Gresham doesn’t talk about finger strength or max hangs. Instead, he shares a deeper insight into mindset, adaptation, and how to truly unlock performance over 40. This moment from the Ageless Athlete Podcast is…
Bianca Valenti is one of the world’s most fearless big wave surfers — but her journey to the top hasn’t been easy. In this episode, Bianca opens up about breaking barriers in a male-dominated sport, the pressure to prove herself, and what it takes to keep charging into monster waves…
Every few months, I pause to reflect on the conversations that left a mark—ones I keep thinking about long after the recording stops. This episode is a curated collection of those moments from Spring 2025. You’ll hear stories that go beyond performance. These are reflections on resilience, identity, aging, and…
What does one of climbing’s original legends think of today’s greatest? In this clip, Jerry Moffatt reflects on what makes Adam Ondra so extraordinary — from his work ethic and drive to the mental sharpness that sets him apart even at the highest levels. 🎙️ This is part of a…
In Part II of our deep conversation, Andy Donaldson takes us into the heart of open water swimming—where the body aches, the mind wanders, and sometimes… things go wrong. We pick up the story after his return to the sport. But this time, it's different. Andy isn’t chasing medals—he’s chasing…
“I’ve just given you the magic bullet.” Legendary climber and coach Neil Gresham says the biggest mistake aging athletes make is trying to train like they’re still 25. In this clip from the Ageless Athlete Podcast, Neil shares the mindset shift that helped him send his hardest routes in his…
At age 50, Neil Gresham completed the boldest climb of his life: Lexicon — a terrifying, beautiful trad line in the Lake District, with life-threatening potential and no room for error. In this powerful conversation, Neil opens up about: Discovering Lexicon at the perfect moment Why his 40s were the…
What does it take to walk away from something you’ve trained for your entire life… and then find your way back — stronger, wiser, and with a whole new purpose? In this two-part conversation, we sit down with world-record-holding swimmer Andy Donaldson. But Part One isn’t about records. It’s about…
“I wasn’t the best swimmer. But I always asked: where’s my limit?” Sarah Thomas grew up chasing effort, not perfection. That same mindset carried her across the English Channel four times nonstop—and still shapes how she approaches life today. This one’s for anyone wondering what they still have left in…
What does it take to stay at the top of your sport for over four decades—and still be competitive at 70? In this episode, we sit down with Ned Overend, the first-ever UCI Mountain Bike World Champion and six-time national champion, who’s still toeing the line with athletes half his…
Dangerous Free Soloing Before It Was Cool, The Power of Obsession, and Letting Go at Your Peak In this episode of Ageless Athlete, host Kush Khandelwal sits down with one of climbing’s most iconic and introspective figures—Jerry Moffatt. Long before climbing hit the Olympics or Netflix, before Honnold and El…
Physiotherapist and coach Andy McVittie returns to the podcast for a deeper dive into the aging body — what breaks down, why it happens, and how to keep moving through it all. In this episode, we move from big-picture thinking to the specific joints and patterns that affect everyday athletes…
Dean Karnazes has been called one of the fittest humans on the planet — and he’s not slowing down. In his 60s, he’s still running ultramarathons on the weekends, living part-time in Greece, and exploring the historical roots of endurance itself. In this episode, Dean takes us through: • What…
In this special highlight reel, we revisit the most unforgettable moments from the past few months of Ageless Athlete. These are stories that stuck with me—narratives that challenged how I think about fear, recovery, aging, and what the human body (and spirit) can do when fully committed. You’ll hear: •…
What does it take to paddle into 50-foot waves — and to paddle back out again after life knocks you down? In this wide-ranging conversation, professional big wave surfer Bianca Valenti joins the Ageless Athlete podcast to talk about what it really means to face fear, rebuild after burnout, and…
