Workouts for Older Men

Are you spending more time collecting fitness advice than applying it? In this Workouts for Older Men episode, I explain how the 80/20 rule can help you focus on the fitness information that deserves your attention. Learn why “effective yet simple” matters for older men with busy lives—and why more isn’t better, better is better. Ready to take action? Visit SolutionsWithSkip.com and invest $147 in...

Are workouts for older men really different? The answer is yes—and no. In this episode, I explain why the basic principles of building muscle and losing body fat don't suddenly change as you get older, but how you apply those principles to your body, recovery, mindset, and busy, productive life absolutely matters. You don't need more complexity. You need effective yet simple strategies tha...

In this special Mature MANformation episode, I talk about the challenges we continue facing as we get older and why overcoming them is never automatic. I share what I have learned from decades of personal development, thousands of hours coaching men, preparing my children for life, and repeatedly reinventing myself. This episode is about beginning with the literal end in mind, clearing the residua...

These are not simply five books I enjoyed reading. These are five books that changed the way I think, train, coach, raise my children, and approach the time I have left. In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men podcast, I explain the most important lesson I took from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People , How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big , Never Split the Difference , Min...

What really keeps a man youthful as he gets older? It's much more than muscle, body fat, supplements, or trying to look younger. In this Workouts for Older Men podcast episode, I break down my Top 10 “Fountain of Youth” Secrets of the Most Powerful Older Men —from smarter training and better nutrition to forgiving your past, updating your purpose, staying mentally flexible, continuing your per...

The picture accompanying this video tells a powerful story. There’s Rich standing proudly on his boat on the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. He looks happy, confident, and in control. His young niece is standing beside him with a big smile on her face. She looked at him and said what only a child would say so honestly: “Hey, you’re not fat anymore.” It was funny, direct, and sincere. But that innocent c...

Does a 180-pound man need 180 grams of protein every day, or can 150 grams produce excellent results? In this episode, I explain why protein is only one part of the equation and why the endless pursuit of “optimal” fitness strategies can create confusion, overload, and inconsistency for older men. I’ll show you how to focus on the effective and efficient strategies that truly matter. If you want h...

A lot of busy older men believe they don’t have enough time or energy to work out consistently. In this episode, I explain why that thinking—although understandable—can keep you from discovering one of the greatest benefits of fitness: the more productive energy you invest, the more energy, focus, confidence, and control you can create in your life. I share what almost four decades in the gym have...

In this special Mature MANformation episode of the Workouts for Older Men podcast, I talk about a realization that becomes more important as we get older: We have more time behind us than we do in front of us. I share how becoming a six-time national champion drug-free bodybuilder gave me confidence, discipline, and success in one area—but also revealed the other areas where I still needed to grow...

In this Workouts for Older Men podcast episode, I explain why many successful men can master business, marriage, and fatherhood yet still struggle to take control of their bodies. You do not lack discipline—you need to direct the discipline you already have toward the right training, nutrition, and daily habits. If you are ready to build muscle, lose body fat, and finally crack your personal fitne...

In this episode, I answer one of the biggest questions I hear from men who are a little bit older: Is it even possible to build muscle at this stage of life? I break it down in a real, straightforward way so you understand exactly how muscle building works now—not how it worked when you were younger, and not what you’re hearing from people who don’t understand your situation. I talk about why you...

For many men, the toughest hour of the day happens early in the morning—when the house is quiet, distractions disappear, and every financial concern, family responsibility, unfinished goal, and uncertainty about the future suddenly feels overwhelming. I call this the Terror Hour . In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men podcast, I explain why this emotional state can distort how you see your...

Sit in on an actual one-on-one coaching session with me and hear what this process is really about. This isn’t a rehearsed presentation or a collection of generic fitness tips. It’s an honest conversation about the physical, mental, and emotional challenges that older men face while trying to build muscle, lose body fat, and stay consistent in the middle of a busy, productive life. During this ses...

Want to get lean in three months? In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men Podcast , I explain why your deadline should motivate you—but shouldn't dictate your fat-loss strategy. I break down one of my most important fat-loss principles: eat as much food as possible while gradually losing body fat. I explain why aggressive calorie cutting can produce exciting short-term results while crea...

You’re working hard, training consistently, trying to eat right, and consuming more fitness information than ever—so why aren’t you at the next level yet? In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men Podcast , I break down what it really takes to make your next breakthrough. We’ll talk about commitment, efficiency, accountability, outside perspective, saving time, and why working harder isn’t alw...

When we first start working out and eating better, almost anything produces results. That early success, however, can convince us that certain fitness advice doesn’t apply to us. We may hear the same recommendation dozens of times over several years, but because we dismissed it at the beginning, we continue ignoring it—even after our progress stops. In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men Po...

In this Workouts for Older Men podcast episode, I share seven powerful benefits of working out and eating right that have nothing to do with what you see in the mirror. I explain how fitness can give you more energy, clearer thinking, better stress management, improved sleep, greater confidence, lasting independence, and the opportunity to become a powerful example for your family and the younger...

In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men Podcast , I talk about how the challenges you’re facing right now can become some of the most meaningful and strengthening experiences of your life. I explain why the struggles you’ve already been through may have uniquely prepared you for this season, how your family is watching the way you handle adversity, and why the strength you build in the gym c...

In this episode, I explain why so many successful men get stuck at a 7 out of 10 with their fitness. I'll show you why the problem usually isn't effort—it's alignment—and how one or two key distinctions can completely change your results. If you're ready to stop spinning your wheels and finally break through, this message is for you. #WorkoutsForOlderMen #MensFitnessOver50 #Midlife...

Sometimes life doesn’t knock you down—it just wears you down. You’re not depressed. You’re not broken. You’re just dragging. The energy isn’t there like it used to be. The excitement feels muted. And that edge—that swagger—you once had feels harder to access. In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men podcast, I break down practical mental and behavioral strategies to help you get your swagger...

Sometimes life doesn’t knock you down—it just wears you down. You’re not depressed. You’re not broken. You’re just dragging. The energy isn’t there like it used to be. The excitement feels muted. And that edge—that swagger—you once had feels harder to access. In this episode of the  Workouts for Older Men  podcast, I break down practical mental and behavioral strategies to help you get your swagge...

In this episode, I break down one of the biggest mistakes I see older men make when trying to get lean and build muscle—relying too much on the number on the scale. I explain why that number can be misleading, how it creates frustration and confusion, and what you should focus on instead if you want real, lasting results. If you’ve been working hard but not seeing the progress you want—or you’re c...

In this episode, I share one of the biggest mindset shifts I've learned after coaching thousands of older men. I believe every successful man turns to something to deal with the pressure of life—whether it's work, food, alcohol, or another habit. The real question isn't whether you have an escape. It's whether that habit is helping you build the life you want or quietly pulling you...

In this episode, I explain why the biggest thing holding you back from building more muscle and losing body fat probably isn't something you don't know—it's something you've already heard but decided years ago didn't apply to you. I share why successful older men often overlook the very principles that would finally take them to the next level, and how nearly four decades of co...

In this episode, I talk about the biggest lie I hear successful older men tell themselves: "I'll get back in shape when work slows down." After coaching thousands of busy professionals over the years, I've learned that they don't have a discipline problem. They're some of the most disciplined men I know. The problem is they've directed all of that discipline toward ev...