Workouts for Older Men

For years, Jimmy did what so many good men do—he put everyone else first. His family. His business. His friends. He carried the weight, he showed up, and he delivered. But along the way, he forgot to take care of the one person holding it all together—himself. In our live conversation, I told Jimmy what I’ll tell you right now: I respect men like you who give so much of yourselves. That level of s...

In this message, I talk to men who are a little older, successful, and used to winning in other areas of life—but feel uncertain or frustrated with their fitness progress. Even when the results are solid, many men don’t know what to expect, how long it should take, or what to compare their efforts to. They end up switching routines, doubting themselves, or blaming factors they can’t control. The t...

In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men Podcast , I’m exposing the 10 biggest workout scams and disinformation myths that are holding men in their 50s, 60s, and beyond back from building muscle, losing fat, and living at their best. These myths are everywhere—spread by younger guys with different goals, priorities, and lifestyles. From the lies about cardio “killing” your gains to the danger...

In this episode, I explain why older men with busy, productive lives need to stop trying to figure out their fitness on their own. If you’re successful in business but frustrated with your body, your energy, or all the confusing information out there, this episode will help you see why one-on-one coaching is the smartest, fastest path to real results. If you need help getting focused on your healt...

In this special “secret menu” episode, I’m talking directly to the younger, SMARTER man—the man in his 30s who is building a career, a family, and a future, but doesn’t want to wait until his 50s to finally get serious about his health and fitness. I explain how the men I coach in their 50s are not different from you—they’re just you, 20 years later. Same mindset, same priorities, same work ethic....

In this episode, I share my full journey—from starting weight training at 28 years old to becoming a six-time national champion drug-free bodybuilder. But more importantly, I explain why my natural, disciplined approach is exactly what men with busy, productive lives need if they want real results without all the confusion and rigmarole. This isn’t just a bodybuilding story. It’s the foundation be...

If you need help getting focused on your health, fitness, and life, reach out to me for one-on-one coaching. Visit skiplacour.com to learn more, or go to TalkWithSkip.com and fill out the questionnaire. Let’s take the next step together.

If you need help getting focused on your health, fitness, and life, reach out to me for one-on-one coaching. Visit skiplacour.com to learn more, or go to TalkWithSkip.com and fill out the questionnaire. Let’s take the next step together.

In this episode, I want to remind you that you’re not alone in the challenges you’re facing as a man who’s a little older. Life throws curveballs, and many of the struggles you’re dealing with today are the result of what it took to succeed in other areas of your life. I share a heartfelt message to help you embrace your past, accept both your strengths and your flaws, and set new goals that bring...

This episode is all about tackling a common issue that can be frustrating and embarrassing for older men: 'man boobs.' I’ll explain the different causes—ranging from diet and exercise to hormonal changes—and share proven strategies to help you look and feel your best with your shirt off.#ManBoobsNoMore #FitnessForOlderMen #ChestConfidence #WorkoutsForOlderMen #AgeWithStrength

In this episode, I break down the simple, practical eating principles that actually work when you’re a little older and want to get leaner, stronger, and more energetic. There’s a lot of confusion and rigmarole out there about nutrition, but the truth is, you don’t need extremes or complicated plans. You need the right amount of food, consistency, and a sustainable structure you can follow day aft...

Getting back in the gym after a layoff can feel harder than starting for the first time—especially for older men with busy, productive lives. In this episode, I break down exactly how to return to training the right way after time off, whether it was planned recovery or life simply got in the way. We’ll talk about realistic expectations, rebuilding structure, avoiding injury, and handling the ment...

In this episode, I’ll explain the surprising truth about fat loss for older men: why eating more —not less—is the real secret to getting leaner, feeling better, and breaking past those frustrating plateaus. I’ll walk you through exactly how this journey works, why so many men get stuck, and how to finally build the body you’ve always wanted. I’ll also tell you how to reach out to me—text me at 925...

In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men podcast , I share my real-world perspective on injury prevention after 37 years of consistent training—without major joint issues or debilitating setbacks. I break down why most men misunderstand where injuries actually come from, why “playing it safe” often backfires, and how training with true intensity—not volume—can actually make your workouts safe...

In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men Podcast , I lay out the hard truths most successful men don’t want to hear—but desperately need to. I break down the top 8 mistakes I see older men making that are quietly sabotaging their fitness results, from confusing information with progress, to blaming age instead of habits, to chasing supplements, hacks, and shortcuts instead of mastering the fu...

In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men podcast, I talk about something deeper than workouts, diets, or motivation — identity . Most men don’t struggle with fitness because they lack information. They struggle because they never decided who they are when it comes to their body, energy, and health. In this episode, I explain why identity drives behavior, how most men drift into the wrong iden...

Most older men are working hard—but not getting the results they want. Not because they lack effort but because they’ve never been told the truth. In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men Podcast , I break down the real principles that actually matter when you’re a little older and serious about your fitness. No myths. No shortcuts. No motivational nonsense. We talk about calories, training i...

In this episode of Workouts for Older Men , I wanted to share a short but important message—one that goes beyond training programs and workouts and speaks to how we live, recover, and handle pressure. After a long, demanding week, the weekend isn’t about checking out or losing momentum. It’s about resetting on your terms. Sometimes that means real rest without guilt. Other times it means movement,...

In this Workouts for Older Men podcast episode, I break down five critical shifts that older men with busy, productive lives must make to finally see the fitness results they want. If you’re training hard but still feeling frustrated or overwhelmed by all the fitness rigmarole out there, this episode will help you train smarter, eat in a sustainable way, and get more done in less time. I share how...

Have you heard of looksmaxing? Looksmaxing is a term that’s become very popular with young men on social media. It’s usually talked about in extreme ways—obsessing over facial features, angles, trends, and shortcuts. But here’s the truth: There is real power in looks. There is influence. There is presence. And as men, we feel it—whether we want to admit it or not. Looksmaxing is often talked about...

In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men Podcast, I’m diving deep into one of the most misunderstood phases of fitness transformation: getting lean after building muscle. If you’ve spent years in the gym, building size, strength, and earning the title of “the big guy,” you know how good it feels to fill out that extra-large shirt and get compliments on your strength and presence. But now, you...

A detailed process for older men to overcome common fitness barriers and take back control of their health. Resources and Next Steps Want personal guidance? Go to ⁠⁠⁠TalkWithSkip.com⁠⁠⁠ and fill out the questionnaire. Download my FREE audiobook, Spoken My Way, Fitness My Way : ⁠⁠⁠SkipLaCour.com/audiobook⁠⁠⁠ Watch my complete 30 Lessons in 30 Days series: ⁠⁠⁠SkipLaCour.com/lessons⁠⁠ #FitnessForBusy...

Most men will never experience the physical, mental, and emotional power that comes from dialing in their eating habits—and not because they’re incapable, but because they underestimate how foundational nutrition really is. In this episode, I break down why eating habits aren’t just about fat loss or muscle, but about energy, focus, emotional control, and confidence—especially for men with busy, p...

In this episode of the Workouts for Older Men podcast, I break down what I call “Give Me Five Hours.” Five hours a week is all most older men with busy, productive lives need to finally see real results— if they understand what actually matters. I’m not talking about longer workouts, extreme diets, or chasing the latest fitness trends. I’m talking about a few small but powerful shifts in how you t...

The holidays are over, structure is back, and it’s GO time. In this episode, I talk about why the first Monday of the year still matters, why most men wait too long to take action, and how confusion and uncertainty—not lack of motivation—are what really hold men back from getting results. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the fitness noise and want clarity, certainty, and a plan that actually f...