The Resilient Life- The Art Of Ageing Strong

What if ageing well isn't about doing more, but doing the right things consistently? In this episode of  The Resilient Life , I share the seven habits that have become the foundation of my own health after more than 25 years of coaching, competing in endurance events, and now navigating life in my mid-50s. These aren't hacks or quick fixes. They're practical habits that help busy professionals sta...

The problem isn't knowing what to eat, it's building a nutrition system that supports your health, performance and resilience when work, stress and life are at their busiest. Most successful professionals don’t need another diet. They already know what healthy eating looks like. The real challenge is staying consistent when long working hours, stress, travel and decision fatigue get in the way. In...

Many successful professionals see their health as something they need to fit around their career. But what if that's the wrong way of looking at it? In this episode of  The Resilient Life – The Art of Ageing Strong , Chris Deavin explores why exercise, nutrition, sleep and recovery aren't simply health habits, they're performance habits. Drawing on his experience as a health coach, business owner...

In this episode of The Resilient Life, I share the story of my Backyard Ultra experience, why I deliberately chose a challenge that only had a 50/50 chance of success, what kept me focused throughout months of training, and how falling short of my goal ultimately made me stronger. We explore the power of consistency, the camaraderie of endurance events, the difference between motivation and discip...

After nearly 30 years of coaching and living this myself through strength training and ultramarathons in my 50s, I’ve learnt that lasting health is rarely about the diet itself. It’s about building the mindset, environment, structure, and accountability that allow you to stay consistent when life gets hard. Why do so many smart, capable people still struggle to stay consistent with their health af...

In this episode of  The Resilient Life — The Art of Ageing Strong , I explore one of the biggest lessons I have learned from running ultra marathons in my 50s: the body is often capable of far more than the mind allows. Most people think they stop because their body has reached its limit. But often, the mind steps in first. It calculates discomfort, fatigue, fear, distance, effort and past experie...

If you’re over 50 and feel like you know what to do when it comes to your health, but you’re just not doing it consistently, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Resilient Life , I break down the real reason most people struggle to get results after 50. It’s not a lack of knowledge. It’s the gap between knowing and doing. I’ll walk you through a simple, practical system you can start us...

Most people over 50 don’t struggle with knowing what to eat, they struggle with doing it consistently. In this episode of The Resilient Life , I break down the five nutrition habits that actually matter if you want to stay strong, lean and capable as you age. This isn’t about dieting harder or being perfect. It’s about building simple, repeatable behaviours that stabilise your energy, protect your...

Most people believe that if they just try harder, train more, and stay disciplined, their body will eventually respond. But after 40… and especially after 50… that approach starts to break down. In this episode of The Resilient Life , I explain why you can’t outwork your biology, and why understanding your hormonal and internal health is the key to maintaining strength, energy, and performance as...

What if the reason you’re feeling more tired, slower to recover, and less resilient after 50 has nothing to do with your diet, sleep, or training? In this episode of The Resilient Life , I break down a powerful but often overlooked driver of ageing, your social environment, and how it directly impacts your biology. We explore the concept of PerformanceSpan , how long you stay strong, capable, and...

Most health advice after 50 focuses on avoiding disease. Lower your cholesterol. Monitor your blood pressure. Try not to get injured. But being disease-free doesn’t necessarily mean you feel strong, energetic, or capable. In this episode of The Resilient Life Podcast , Chris Deavin introduces the concept of PerformanceSpan , the years of your life where you remain physically strong, mentally sharp...

In this episode of The Resilient Life , I explore a frustrating problem that many high-achieving professionals over 50 quietly struggle with: why it’s possible to be highly disciplined at work, yet inconsistent with your own health habits. If you can lead teams, manage complex decisions, and execute at a high level in your career—but still find yourself standing in front of the fridge at 7:30 p.m....

Why do you start strong on Monday… and fall apart by Thursday? In this episode of The Resilient Life , we break down why motivation is unreliable, especially for busy adults juggling work, family, and daily pressure. If you’ve ever wondered why you “know what to do” but still struggle to stay consistent with exercise, nutrition, or healthy habits, this episode will change how you see the problem....

If you are disciplined, driven and successful in your career, but inconsistent with your health, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Resilient Life Podcast, I unpack what I call the Professional Discipline Paradox : why high-achieving professionals over 50 can lead teams, manage pressure and hit deadlines… yet still struggle to stay consistent with exercise, nutrition and sleep. This i...

Have you ever woken up on a Monday morning feeling completely broken? You had everything dialled in all week, training consistent, meals structured, sleep under control, and then the weekend happened. A wedding. A late night. A concert. A 4am sports finish. Suddenly the routine feels fragile and the dangerous thought creeps in: “What’s the point?” In this episode of The Resilient Life Podcast , I...

Why do high-achieving professionals over 50 execute flawlessly in business, yet struggle to stay consistent with their health? In this episode of The Resilient Life , I unpack the paradox that keeps successful executives stuck in the “I’ll start on Monday” cycle. The problem isn’t discipline. It isn’t knowledge. And it certainly isn’t intelligence. It’s the absence of accountability. We explore wh...

If you’re over 50, successful, and frustrated with your health, this episode is for you. Most high-achieving professionals don’t struggle because they lack discipline or knowledge. They struggle because staying healthy after 50 requires a different kind of courage , the courage to make better decisions consistently, not more intense ones occasionally. In this episode of The Resilient Life , Chris...

Welcome to the Resilient Life podcast, hosted by health coach Chris Deavin. This episode is tailored for high-achieving over-50s who are struggling with consistency in their health routines. Chris underscores the importance of shifting your perspective on ageing and strength, emphasising that maintaining or building physical strength is essential as we age. Using simple habits, intelligent trainin...

This episode of The Resilient Life Podcast explains why consistency becomes harder after 50 and why motivation and willpower are no longer reliable tools for staying healthy. Health coach Chris Deavin shares how building systems, routines, and identity-based habits helps men and women in their 50s stay strong, fit, and consistent long-term. The episode provides practical examples for exercise, nut...

In this episode of the Resilient Life Podcast, discover how to conquer the critical moment of decision-making in your health journey. Learn about the psychological phenomenon of temporal discounting and how it affects your motivation. Discover a powerful mental framework called the critical visualisation test to bridge the gap between immediate comfort and long-term goals. You’ll gain insights on...

In this episode of The Resilient Life, we dive into the common struggles faced by experienced, capable individuals over 50 who find themselves quietly frustrated with their health. This episode isn’t about motivation; it’s about clear thinking and shifting perspective. Discover why consistent, moderate actions in health are more effective than sporadic, intense efforts. Learn to treat health as a...

In this episode of The Resilient Life, discover why New Year’s resolutions often fail even for intelligent and disciplined individuals. Learn the three key mistakes people make, overcomplicating plans, tackling goals alone, and focusing on outcomes rather than identity. Find out how to build consistency, accountability, and an identity that supports long-term health and fitness, especially if you’...

In this episode of The Resilient Life, we dive into the importance of protein for those over 50. As we age, our bodies lose muscle mass unless we actively maintain it. This episode explains why higher protein intake is crucial for maintaining strength, energy, and overall health. Discover the common pitfalls like relying on carbs or having insufficient protein per meal, and learn practical tips to...

In this episode of The Resilient Life, host Chris Deavin delves into the controversial topic of weight loss injections, explaining why they may do more harm than good, especially for those over 50. Drawing from his two decades of experience in coaching and recent scientific studies, Chris demonstrates the importance of long-term strategies like strength training, proper nutrition, and consistent e...

In this episode of The Resilient Life, host Chris Deavin addresses the struggle many face in sticking to an exercise routine, particularly in midlife. Chris discusses the reasons behind why people quit—highlighting invisible roadblocks like the all-or-nothing mindset, lack of clear purpose, overwhelm of choice, and perceived lack of time. He offers practical solutions to overcome these obstacles,...