Living Well Beyond 50

Are you ready to feel younger, stronger, and more centered? Welcome to Living Well Beyond 50 . Whether you are looking to build muscle, improve your mobility through Tai Chi, or refine your diet for peak longevity, this video provides the practical, science-backed steps to help you thrive. I’m Steve, a former broadcast journalist and fitness trainer who has navigated the challenges of mid-life hea...

Are you confused by the thousands of supplements claiming to reverse aging? You only need to focus on three essential micronutrients to protect your immune system, bone density, and sleep quality after 50: Zinc, Magnesium, and Vitamin D. Here is the science behind why they work and how to get them from real food. Welcome to Living Well Beyond 50. I'm Steve, a 63-year-old former broadcast journ...

Could a simple 20-second test predict your long-term mobility? As we age, our proprioception naturally declines, making us highly susceptible to falls. In this episode, I walk you through a safe, at-home balance diagnostic and share a daily 1% habit to rebuild your stability. Welcome to Living Well Beyond 50. I'm Steve, a 63-year-old former broadcast journalist and fitness trainer. After overh...

Could a simple 20-second test predict your long-term mobility? As we age, our proprioception naturally declines, making us highly susceptible to falls. In this episode, I walk you through a safe, at-home balance diagnostic and share a daily 1% habit to rebuild your stability. Welcome to Living Well Beyond 50. I'm Steve, a 63-year-old former broadcast journalist and fitness trainer. After overh...

Is it possible to "buffer" your brain against neurodegeneration? In this episode, Steve dives into the groundbreaking research on "Cognicise" and Dual-Task Training. Drawing from his meta-analysis, A Personal Renaissance , Steve explains how combining specific physical movements with mental challenges can actually increase volume in the hippocampus and precuneus—the areas most...

For years, we tell ourselves that the evening "Happy Hour" is the ultimate reward for a long day. But in the quiet moments, are we actually happy—or just tired, foggy and stuck? In this deeply personal episode, Steve pulls back the curtain on his own turning point with alcohol during a summer holiday at age 62. After four decades of navigating the boozy networking culture of broadcast jo...

For videos, research and articles visit https://www.renaissance-qi.com/ In this episode of Living Well Beyond 50 , we explore the ancient Chinese concept of the "Dantian". While modern health often focuses on muscles and heart rates, traditional practices like Tai Chi and Qi Gong view health through the lens of energy centres, “Dantian” - literally translated as "Cinnabar Fields”, b...

For videos, research and articles visit https://www.renaissance-qi.com/ A diagnosis of Parkinson’s or Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) can be overwhelming, but the latest research reveals a powerful "window of opportunity." In this episode, Steve explores the evidence-based benefits of Traditional Chinese Exercises (TCE) like Tai Chi and Qi Gong for managing neurodegenerative symptoms. Dr...

For videos, research and articles visit https://www.renaissance-qi.com/ Are you caught in the "All or Nothing" cycle of fitness? Join Steve as he explores the behavioural science of the "1% Rule." In this episode, Steve explains why high-intensity bursts often lead to injury for the over-60s and why the secret to a successful "Personal Renaissance" lies in small, dail...

For videos, research and articles visit https://www.renaissance-qi.com/ Is your "internal scaffolding" starting to feel a bit shaky? Join Steve as he dives into the world of Pilates—the essential hardware maintenance for the over-50s. In this episode, Steve explains why big gym muscles aren't the key to longevity, and why the "deep stabilisers" of your spine and hips are th...

For videos, research and articles visit https://www.renaissance-qi.com/ Is it true that we get "grumpy" as we age? Not according to the science. Join Steve as he explores the "U-shaped Happiness Curve" and the surprising emotional resilience of the over-50s. In this episode, Steve explains the biological shift from "Fluid" to "Crystallised" intelligence and...

For videos, research and articles visit https://www.renaissance-qi.com/ Is your "healthy" diet actually making you tired and overweight? Join Steve as he investigates the "Industrial Ghost"—the ultra-processed foods (UPFs) that dominate our supermarket shelves and disrupt our hormones. In this episode, Steve explains the link between "food-like substances" and insulin...

For videos, research and articles visit https://www.renaissance-qi.com/ Are you tired of the midnight marathon? Join Steve, a retired journalist and researcher, as he tackles the frustrating reality of Nocturia—waking up to urinate. In this episode, Steve explains why broken sleep is the enemy of brain health and introduces the "Glymphatic System," your brain's nightly waste-clearanc...

For videos, research and articles visit https://www.renaissance-qi.com/ Is it possible to "upgrade" your brain while standing still? In this episode, Steve explores the neuroprotective power of Tai Chi. Moving beyond the image of "slow-motion exercise," Steve dives into his latest research on how weight-shifting and mindful movement can actually increase brain volume and improv...

For videos, research and articles visit https://www.renaissance-qi.com/ Are you finding that everyday tasks feel just a little bit heavier than they used to? Join retired journalist and fitness expert Steve as he unmasks "The Silent Thief" of aging: Sarcopenia. In this episode, Steve breaks down the science of muscle loss after 50 and explains why your daily walk might not be enough to m...

For videos, research and articles visit https://www.renaissance-qi.com/ Are you standing on the edge of retirement, or have you already stepped through the door? For decades, our identities are tied to what we do for a living—but what happens when the "great gears" of professional life slow down? In this episode of Living Well Beyond 50 , Steve shares his personal "Hardware Check&qu...

Have you ever wondered what makes Tai Chi different from just another stretching routine? In this episode of Living Well Beyond 50 , we go beneath the surface to explore the Roots of Tai Chi . As I work toward my accreditation as a Tai Chi instructor, I’ve realized that the 'flow' we see is just the branches. The real power comes from the roots—the ancient Taoist principles of balance, int...

As we move into our 60s, we often find ourselves carrying too much—too many commitments, too many possessions, and too many old habits. In this episode of Living Well Beyond 50 , I explore why 'Pruning' is the most vital skill for a successful Renaissance. Just like the fruit trees on my farmlet in Australia, our lives need regular pruning to ensure our energy goes where it matters most: o...

Do you have a project, a health goal, or a dream that has been sitting on the shelf for years? In this episode of Living Well Beyond 50 , I’m tackling the one thing that keeps most of us from our 'Second Prime': Procrastination . At 63, I’ve realized that procrastination isn’t about being lazy—it’s often about fear. Whether it's starting a new Tai Chi practice or finally addressing you...

Have you ever felt like you 'already know' the answer, only to realise you’re stuck in the same old habits? In this episode of Living Well Beyond 50 , I’m sharing a concept that changed everything for me: Emptying the Cup . At 63, after a career in journalism and PR, I noticed my greatest obstacle wasn't lack of information—it was the 'full cup' of old biases and bad habits, in...

Are you tired of starting a new health regime on Monday only to have it fall apart by Friday? At 63, I realized that the 'hustle and grind' mentality that served me in broadcast journalism and the boardroom was actually sabotaging my health. In this episode of Living Well Beyond 50 , I share the 2,500-year-old Taoist philosophy that helped me lose 10kg in 3 months without 'attacking&#3...