Why Smart Athletes Over 40 Hire Coaches (It’s NOT What You Think) Most athletes think coaching is about motivation or accountability. But according to neuroscientist and competitive strongman Dr. Tommy Wood, the real value of a coach—especially as you get older—is decision fatigue, structure, and long-term progression. In this clip,…
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…
What does it really take to stay strong into your 70s — not in theory, but at the edge of human limits? Steve Swenson has spent decades climbing the world’s highest mountains, including Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen. In this conversation, he shares what the mountains taught him about durability,…
What do world-class athletes actually eat — not in theory, not on Instagram, but in real life, day after day? After more than 100 conversations with elite climbers, ultrarunners, surfers, and endurance athletes, I started noticing a pattern I didn’t expect. It wasn’t about optimization. It wasn’t about trends. And…
Legendary coach Dan John breaks down the entire world of strength training into just five essential movements — the blueprint for strength that lasts a lifetime. Push. Pull. Hinge. Squat. Carry. Master these, and you’ll build power, balance, and resilience that translates to everything you do — from climbing and…
Most people overcomplicate strength training. Legendary coach Dan John has spent decades doing the opposite. In this video, Dan breaks the entire world of strength training down into five foundational movements — the lifts that matter if your goal is to stay strong, mobile, and capable for life: • Push…
At 49, Susan Marie Conrad paddled alone through 1,200 miles of Alaska’s Inside Passage. Twelve years later, she returned—older, wiser, and more open to what the wild might ask of her. In this conversation, we explore what it means to travel solo through unforgiving terrain, to face fear without bravado,…
When Loree Bolin was told she’d never run again, she didn’t just defy expectations — she redefined them. At 70, Loree completed her 11th Ironman triathlon after years of battling knee osteoarthritis. But this isn’t just a story about sport. It’s about service. A retired dentist and lifelong endurance athlete,…
"When something hurts don't do this!" 🏋🏻♀️😵 Dr Tyler Nelson, training expert When I Invited Dr Tyler Nelson to come on the show, I knew he would drop the hammer on climbing training beta, but little did I know how wowed I’d be with the applicability of his knowledge across…
“When I tell people I started sailing at sixty, they’re shocked. We don’t see our sixties as a place to begin — which is tragic, especially if you’ve invested in your health. What’s the point, if not to do something fantastic?” In this New Year’s Eve episode of Ageless Athlete,…
Charlotte Brynn says her greatest strength at 59 isn’t physical — it’s mental. In this clip, she shares how decades of cold swims, shark bites, and setbacks have trained her to calm her mind on command. With age, she’s learned to find focus fast, quiet the chaos, and remind herself:…
"This is why you need to go OUTSIDE every day" 🏄🏽♂️🏕️ Caroline Paul, author and speaker. Caroline Paul, a true renaissance woman, has spent her life shattering stereotypes and embracing adventure. In this episode, we journey alongside Caroline as she shares her remarkable experiences, from the remote landscapes of Siberia…
"You Don’t Need to Be an Expert" - Jeremiah Bishop, Mountain Biking Legend 🏆🚵🏽♀️ Listen to the entire episode for free on your favorite podcast app. Links above 👆🏽 #24 Jeremiah Bishop - Gravel Racing, Impossible Routes, Crafting a Life You Love
Big goals bring clarity — but what if you don’t have one yet? In this clip, Charlotte Brynn explains how we’ve created physically comfortable lives, but often avoid the very discomfort that leads to growth. Her advice is simple and powerful: start small, build your confidence jar, and let each…
Neil Gresham returns with a message every climber needs to hear — especially those in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond. In this inspiring, practical conversation, Neil shares: The mindset shift that saved his own climbing from burnout Lessons learned from legends like Steve McClure and Chris Sharma How he…
What does it really take to stay strong into your 70s — physically, mentally, and emotionally? In this episode, I sit down with Steve Swenson, one of America’s most respected alpinists, to talk about endurance, aging, and the habits that have kept him moving for decades. Steve has climbed Everest…
A retired nuclear engineer. Midway through chemo. Volunteering in the dust and rubble of post-earthquake Haiti — assisting dentists chairside, no experience needed. Loree Bolin shares one of the most powerful moments she’s witnessed: a reminder that you don’t need credentials or a master plan to serve. Just heart. Just…
When someone on Reddit asked Dan John how to train after 55, his answer was simple — stay consistent, keep learning, take care of yourself. But then came the comment: “Just go on TRT.” In this clip, Dan unpacks why chasing shortcuts — in training or in life — always…
"I was almost 60 when I paddled into a big wave at Mavericks" 🏄🏽♂️🙌🏽 Lionel Conacher making history in surfing 🌊”The biggest thing that impacts you when you first go out there, before I even surfed it, I just went out on a on a jet ski and sat there…
"Americans are NOT meeting these basic health guidelines" 🧗🏻♂️🏋🏼 Hear from Dr Natasha Barnes, elite climber and trainer From a former winner of bouldering US Nationals, who "didn't think I would even be climbing at a high level, let alone competing in powerlifting or doing the profession that I do…
What really keeps the brain sharp as we age — and what quietly puts it at risk? In this episode of the Ageless Athlete Podcast, host Kush Khandelwal speaks with Dr. Tommy Wood, neuroscientist, physician, and strength athlete, about the science of cognitive reserve and why long-term brain health depends…
"If you are an OLDER rock climber, start doing THIS 🏋🏻♀️😵 Dr Tyler Nelson, training expert Listen to the full interview in your favorite podcast app! 🎙️ #8 Dr Tyler Nelson - Strength Training for Older Athletes, Contrarian Advice on Managing Injuries , What is 'Good Pain, and Poor Habits…
🚀"Yo don't have to fall off a cliff.... "Craig DeMartino, Climbing legend 💪🏾⛰️ Craig DeMartino embodies the spirit of this podcast in every way. He's a climber, a teacher, a mentor, and an inspiration to anyone who's ever faced adversity. Climbing wasn't just a hobby; it became a way of…
