Survival looked different every day—93 days solo across the Atlantic 🌊 | Chris Bertish Listen to the PODCAST on your favorite podcast app! #61 Chris Bertish Is All In: Paddling the Atlantic Solo, and Fear, Failure & Finding Strength in the Unknown At 50, Chris Bertish has redefined what’s possible—solo…
Too many of us obsess over the “perfect” program—when 99% of your results will come down to dedication, not data. At 65, Bill Ramsey still trains up to 8 hours a day and climbs 5.14. But his message is simple: Don’t overthink your structure. Show up. Work hard. Rest well.…
Bob Becker crossed the finish line at 80 years old. He had just completed one of the world’s toughest endurance races. Not quite fast enough to make the cutoff—but still upright, still moving, still finishing. Then a stranger approached him and handed him a note. It read: “I’ve been looking…
Ready to see how a 2× Guinness World‑Record big‑wave surfer flips pure terror into peak performance? 🌊⚡️ In this clip from our full conversation, Shawn Dollar breaks down the exact mindset shift that let him paddle into 60‑foot walls at Mavericks— and how YOU can apply the same “fear‑to‑fuel” formula…
At 77 years old, Bob Becker was grinding through the final miles of Badwater 135—widely known as the toughest footrace on Earth. 135 miles. Through Death Valley. In temperatures that can melt shoes. Most people never even start. Bob? He didn’t even begin his running journey until his 50s. This…
What does it take to paddle 4,600 miles across the Atlantic—alone, unsupported, and on a standup paddleboard? Chris Bertish didn’t just dream the impossible—he lived it. For 93 days, he battled storms, sleep deprivation, and his own fears to cross an entire ocean by himself. No support boat. No fanfare.…
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 running…
In this story, Jerry Moffatt recounts one of the boldest achievements of his career: his onsight of Equinox in Joshua Tree — a climb that, at the time, was considered one of the hardest in the world. He breaks down: — The intense training that led up to it —…
The most TERRIFYING night of my life—paddling into total darkness 🌊 | Chris Bertish Listen to the PODCAST on your favorite podcast app! #61 Chris Bertish Is All In: Paddling the Atlantic Solo, and Fear, Failure & Finding Strength in the Unknown At 50, Chris Bertish has redefined what’s possible—solo…
Our fingers and joints will adapt in 7 years” "Seven years?!?” That was my reaction too when Andy said it. But what if we’ve been thinking about joint adaptation all wrong? In this clip, Andy McVittie explains why tendons and joints take much longer to adapt than muscle — and…
Simple tip to help you get great sleep. Still blaming your sleep position for that nagging shoulder pain? You’re not alone — but it might not be the full story. In this clip, Andy McVittie — a physiotherapist who’s worked with climbers, runners, and outdoor athletes for decades — breaks…
Knee pain is one of the most common issues aging athletes deal with — and often, the advice is either too generic or too extreme. In this clip, physio and coach Andy McVittie shares a simple, effective exercise you can use to build strength and reduce pain, whether you’re climbing,…
Knee pain is one of the most common issues aging athletes deal with — and often, the advice is either too generic or too extreme. In this clip, physio and coach Andy McVittie shares a simple, effective exercise you can use to build strength and reduce pain, whether you’re climbing,…
"A lot of people are doing watered down training for climbing 🧗♂️" - British climber Steve McClure NEW PODCAST on Ageless Athlete (stream via links 👆) #58 Beyond Limits: Steve McClure’s Unorthodox Methods, Peak Performance at 54, What Causes Decline, and the Best Fixes for Long-Term Success) Steve's Britain’s most…
Dangerous Free Soloing Before Alex Honnold, 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 Cap,…
Think hanging from a bar is just for climbers? Think again. Physio and movement expert Andy McVittie explains why this simple practice can decompress your spine, open up your shoulders, and build grip strength—all in under 60 seconds a day. Perfect for climbers, lifters, weekend warriors… or anyone who wants…
I completed a 93-day solo crossing of the Atlantic because I visualized every moment—every storm, every stroke, every obstacle. I lived it mentally before I lived it physically. Success wasn't luck; it was relentless mental preparation and belief. See it. Feel it. Become it. – Chris Bertish Listen to the…
Slept badly. Every part of me wanted to stay in bed. I am an early morning aspirant. That is, while I know that mornings bring the best out of me, I often have a hard time getting out of bed as early as I want. Hence, having a goal and…
"Forget the "long slow rot" of aging! 🙅♀️ Juliet Starrett, a world-champion whitewater rafter turned fitness advocate, is on a mission to empower us all to build durable bodies that can handle life’s adventures – at any age! You ca also watch the entire interview for free on this channel!
"Why older climbers need more off the wall training 🧗♂️" - British climber Steve McClure NEW PODCAST on Ageless Athlete (stream via links 👆) #58 Beyond Limits: Steve McClure’s Unorthodox Methods, Peak Performance at 54, What Causes Decline, and the Best Fixes for Long-Term Success) Steve's Britain’s most accomplished rock…
"We were making history at the first Olympics" - Tinker Juarez, biking legend Tinker Juarez turned 63 this year, and has been mountain bike racing competitively since the age of 13. He continues to compete against and beat bikers half his age . He is a three-time cross-country champion and…
Steve McClure is one of Britain’s most accomplished rock climbers, and at 54, still continuing to climb at an elite level, defying the notion that performance inevitably drops with age. We dive into his unconventional training philosophy, how he balances pushing his physical limits with enjoying family life (and even…
