22/01/2026
Have you thought about how you're ageing today?
Turning 50 last month was a wake-up call for me. Suddenly, health screenings like bowel cancer checks, blood tests, and cholesterol became a regular part of life. It was a reminder that at 50 we become part of the group with elevated risks to health issues. I am currently waiting for some results but up to now my results have been positive.
So without sounding like a pedantic t**t, we can age in a healthy way. We know that carrying extra body weight, losing strength, and having poor aerobic fitness all hike up the risk of health issues. But this isn't about chasing six-packs, deadlifting massive weights, or running marathons. It's about making steady improvements—getting a bit stronger, fitter, and leaner month by month.
I'm not here to scare you, just to share the facts. A lifestyle change, not a quick fix, is what keeps us from becoming frail as we age. The good news? You don't need to be perfect, just better than yesterday and do not need to go to the gym every fu***ng day! I know there are some weirdos that do! Moi!
Today I weighed in at 67kg, 2 kg heavier than when I stopped my shred in December and 14% body fat. The 11 weeks allowed me to get a little lighter and feel a little better. I am not tracking, enjoying my food and training. It was a little time period to have a reset.
Will I need to track again? Possibly, over time I might start to add a little weight again and I will do another reset. It is normal, but for now I just track my weight and intuitively eat.
What small step can you take today to feel healthier tomorrow?
