The Resilient Life- The Art Of Ageing Strong

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This isn’t a podcast about chasing youth. It’s about building a life that stays strong, capable, and resilient as you age. Hosted by Chris Deavin, The Resilient Life is designed for high-performing professionals over 50 who have mastered discipline in their careers, but struggle to apply that same consistency to their health, fitness, and lifestyle. Each episode cuts through the noise of the health industry and focuses on what actually works long term: identity, structure, accountability, and resilience. You’ll learn how to: Stay consistent with training, nutrition, and daily habits, even when life gets busy Build strength, energy, and capability well into your 50s, 60s and beyond Overcome setbacks quickly without falling into the “what-the-hell” cycle Design your environment so healthy actions become automatic Shift from relying on motivation to building a system that works regardless of how you feel This podcast blends real coaching insights, practical strategies, and honest conversations about what it truly takes to maintain your PerformanceSpan—that period of life where you operate at a high level physically and mentally. If you want to stay strong, independent, and fully capable for decades to come, without extreme diets, burnout, or unrealistic routines, this is where you start. Because ageing well isn’t about luck. It’s about how you live.

  1. 2d ago

    John Uttley on Resilience, Health, and the Mindset That Carries You Through Pressure

    Welcome to The Resilient Life, the podcast for people who want to stay healthy, capable, and strong through every stage of life. I’m Chris Deavin, and in this show we explore the habits, mindset, and resilience it takes to keep performing at a high level, especially as we get older. In this guest podcast, I speak with John Uttley. Some people don’t just survive pressure, they learn how to move through it without losing themselves. John Uttley shares the hard-earned perspective behind a life in high-stakes finance, a long career in the UK electricity industry, and the habits that helped him stay strong, active, and grounded into later life. Raised in post-war Lancashire, educated at Oxford, and rising quickly to finance director and deputy chief executive of the Central Electricity Generating Board, John brings a rare view of change from the inside. He lived through austerity, the miners’ strike, privatisation, and the relentless demands of leadership, and he explains how those experiences shaped his understanding of resilience, work, and wellbeing. You'll discover: Why sport became more than fitness for John - it became social connection, mental reset, and a practical way to cope with changeHow football, cricket, walking, the gym, and even dogs helped him stay active without chasing extremesWhat it was like carrying major responsibility through the stress of industry upheaval and why he thinks some people have “another gear”How upbringing, environment, and mindset shape resilience long before adulthoodWhy his view of success has shifted from status and ambition to perspective, usefulness, and living well We also break down the tension between modern comfort and older forms of toughness, why too many people back away the moment change gets uncomfortable, and what younger generations might learn from a mindset built on getting on with it rather than waiting for perfect conditions. John also reflects on writing later in life, including his trilogy and standalone novel, and why storytelling still matters when it helps even a few readers feel seen. It’s a thoughtful conversation about ageing, discipline, family, faith, and the quiet value of keeping going. Essential listening if you care about longevity, resilience, and building a meaningful life without being ruled by stress.

  2. Jul 30

    Guest Podcast: Kendra Kinnison

    In this episode of The Resilient Life Podcast, Chris sits down with Kendra Kinnison for a candid conversation about balancing a demanding professional life with long-term health and well-being. Kendra shares how years of high stress, poor habits, and physical pain led her to make intentional changes that transformed the way she works, moves, and thinks about success. They discuss the link between health and leadership, why daily habits matter more than big breakthroughs, and how resilience can be built like a muscle. Kendra also opens up about self-experimentation, managing energy, supporting blood sugar health, and making healthy choices the default part of everyday life. This episode is a practical, motivating reminder that success is not just about achievement, it’s about staying capable, clear, and resilient enough to keep showing up well for your work, your family, and yourself.

  3. Jul 23

    Guest Episode: What It Takes To Run A Business While Staying Healthy

    In this episode of The Resilient Life, Chris is joined by Steve Dye for an honest conversation about staying fit, strong, and healthy over 50 while balancing the demands of business, family, and everyday life. Steve shares how his approach to health evolved from sports and occasional activity into a more intentional long-term practice, shaped by work, fatherhood, and the realities of ageing. They explore the idea of success, the importance of resilience, and why staying physically capable helps support every other part of life. It’s a thoughtful discussion about building habits, adapting to changing priorities, and making sure the “legs of the stool” stay balanced as life gets busier. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to the conversation on aging, health, and life balance 02:05 - Steve's background in fitness and how it evolved over decades 04:35 - The impact of life events—marriage, kids, career—on fitness habits 07:04 - Early ambitions and long-term planning for life and health 10:31 - Recognizing the importance of long-term health at different ages 12:41 - The aging process and adapting fitness routines over time 13:44 - Planning for health longevity and avoiding regret in later years 15:41 - Redefining success in health, business, and life 16:01 - The evolving definition of success as we age 19:02 - The significance of process appreciation over results 20:40 - Comparing success in health versus business 21:12 - The team sport of business and individual journey of health 22:51 - Marrying personal health goals with business responsibilities 25:10 - The challenge of balancing family, business, and fitness 28:04 - Navigating overcommitment and prioritization in life 30:20 - Maintaining non-negotiable habits during travel or hectic periods 33:31 - Building resilience through physical activity and mental focus 34:34 - Lessons learned from challenging moments like marathons and hikes 36:25 - Applying fitness lessons to business decision-making 38:28 - How aging impacts strength and capacity for work and life 40:44 - Staying capable and energetic through fitness as we age 41:40 - The importance of physical health to sustain all areas of life 44:18 - Daily habits for sustainability and resilience 45:12 - Favorite books and sources of inspiration 46:11 - Mentors and influences shaping success and resilience 47:45 - The best ways to stay fit and active 48:55 - Advice for professionals over 50 aiming for sustained high performance 49:57 - What a resilient life really means 51:12 - The value of staying capable and helping others as we age 53:14 - The impact of perspective and continuous learning 54:22 - Closing thoughts on the journey of health, success, and resilience Resources & Links: [Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien](amazon.com/s?k=Lord+of+the+Rings) Benjamin Franklin Biography

  4. Jul 16

    Guest Episode: How A Successful Business Coach Stays Strong & Fit

    In this episode of The Resilient Life: The Art of Aging Strong, Chris Deavin speaks with business coach Lydia Axe about building a successful life on your own terms. Lydia shares her journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship, the mindset shift that helped her leave the “proper job” path behind, and why she believes success means living in alignment with your own values. The conversation goes deep on failure, resilience, and the lessons that come from taking risks, making mistakes, and learning to keep going. Lydia also opens up about the role of sleep, nutrition, movement, and stress management in sustaining high performance, especially as you move into your fifties and beyond. If you’re a professional, entrepreneur, or simply someone wanting to stay strong, capable, and energized for the long haul, this episode offers practical wisdom and a refreshing perspective on what it really takes to thrive. Timestamps: 00:00 - Lydia's background: from corporate to coaching and entrepreneurship 02:21 - Childhood influences and how they shaped her entrepreneurial mindset 03:41 - Redefining success beyond societal standards 06:15 - The vital role of failure in achieving success and resilience 08:42 - How health affects professional performance and personal well-being 10:31 - The importance of sleep and managing stress for sustained energy 12:55 - Living in alignment with personal values to define success 16:24 - Embracing failure as part of the journey, not an obstacle 22:11 - Practical insights on celebrating failure and learning from setbacks 24:27 - The influence of health on productivity and mental clarity 30:35 - How nutrition and movement impact stress and energy levels 36:32 - Future-proofing health and business in the coming decades 45:01 - Practical tips for staying active and resilient into the 50s and beyond 55:20 - The power of walking, scenery, and mindset in health maintenance 58:00 - Final thoughts on integrating health and career for longevity Resources & Links: Andrew Huberman, PhD - Neuroscience and health discussionsGretchen Rubin's Four Tendencies Personality FrameworkAri Mazel - Productivity and health expertThe Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg

  5. Jul 9

    The 7 Habits I Now Prioritise in My Mid-50s (That I Wish I'd Started Earlier)

    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 stay strong, energetic and capable while balancing demanding careers, family responsibilities and the realities of getting older. You'll discover why strength training should become non-negotiable, how sleep influences every health decision you make, why nutrition is more about systems than willpower, and why thinking in decades, not days, can completely change your approach to ageing. Whether you're looking to lose weight, improve your fitness, boost your energy or simply maintain your independence for years to come, this episode will help you focus on the habits that deliver the biggest return on your investment. In this episode, you'll learn:Why strength becomes your greatest asset after 50.How better sleep improves performance at work and in life.Why you should train for the life you want to live, not just the body you want.The simple nutrition systems that outperform restrictive diets.Why recovery is just as important as training.How to stop relying on motivation and build lasting consistency.Why every decision today shapes the next 30 years of your life.Call to ActionIf you're a professional, business owner or leader over 50 who knows what to do but struggles to stay consistent, I'd love to help. Book a free Discovery Call and let's build a personalised strategy that helps you stay strong, healthy and capable for decades to come. Remember: Your goal isn't simply to live longer, it's to live stronger.

  6. Jul 2

    Nutrition Strategies for Leaders: Why Successful Professionals Struggle to Eat Well

    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 this episode of The Resilient Life – The Art of Ageing Strong, I explore why intelligent, driven leaders often struggle with nutrition despite succeeding in almost every other area of their lives. Drawing on over 25 years of coaching, my own experiences preparing for endurance events, and real client stories, I explain why lasting health is built on systems rather than willpower. You’ll discover how to reduce decision fatigue, why protein becomes increasingly important after 50, how your environment shapes your eating habits, and why planning your nutrition like you plan your business can dramatically improve your health, energy and performance. If you’re a business owner, executive or busy professional who wants to perform at your best while protecting your long-term health, this episode will give you practical strategies you can start using immediately. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why successful professionals struggle with nutrition despite knowing what to do. • How decision fatigue affects your eating habits. • Why systems outperform willpower. • The importance of protein for strength, energy and healthy ageing. • How to build nutrition around a demanding schedule. • Why your environment has a greater influence on your eating than motivation. • How to shift your focus from weight loss to long-term performance. Ready to Build a Health Strategy That Works With Your Career? If you’re over 50 and want to improve your health, nutrition, fitness and resilience without relying on motivation or restrictive diets, I’d love to help. Book a complimentary Discovery Call, and together we’ll identify what’s preventing you from staying consistent and create a personalised strategy that fits around your career, family and lifestyle. Visit www.myhealthcoach.online to book your free Discovery Call today.

  7. Jun 19

    What If Your Health Isn't Competing With Your Career?

    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 and ultra-runner, Chris shares why looking after yourself may be one of the most effective ways to improve your energy, focus, resilience and effectiveness at work. If you're a business owner, executive or professional over 50 who feels like health and career success are constantly competing for your time, this episode will encourage you to think differently. In this episode:Why "things calming down" rarely happensThe hidden connection between health and professional performanceLessons learned while training for a 24-hour Backyard UltraWhy the healthiest professionals don't see health as a separate activityHow exercise, sleep and recovery help you become more capable in business and lifeWhy health may be the foundation that supports your success If you want to stay healthy, fit, strong and capable while continuing to perform at a high level in your career, this episode is for you.

  8. Jun 11

    What 15 Hours in a Backyard Ultra Taught Me About Resilience

    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 discipline, and why setbacks should be viewed as feedback rather than failure. In this episode you'll discover:• Why challenging goals accelerate personal growth • How uncertainty can increase commitment and focus • The mindset needed to keep going when things get difficult • What 15 hours of running taught me about resilience • Why failure is often the best teacher • How these lessons apply to health, fitness, strength and life after 50 Whether you're training for an endurance event, trying to lose weight, build strength or simply become more consistent with your health habits, this episode will help you see setbacks differently and approach your next challenge with greater confidence and resilience. Subscribe to The Resilient Life – The Art of Ageing Strong and discover how to stay strong, fit and capable for life.

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This isn’t a podcast about chasing youth. It’s about building a life that stays strong, capable, and resilient as you age. Hosted by Chris Deavin, The Resilient Life is designed for high-performing professionals over 50 who have mastered discipline in their careers, but struggle to apply that same consistency to their health, fitness, and lifestyle. Each episode cuts through the noise of the health industry and focuses on what actually works long term: identity, structure, accountability, and resilience. You’ll learn how to: Stay consistent with training, nutrition, and daily habits, even when life gets busy Build strength, energy, and capability well into your 50s, 60s and beyond Overcome setbacks quickly without falling into the “what-the-hell” cycle Design your environment so healthy actions become automatic Shift from relying on motivation to building a system that works regardless of how you feel This podcast blends real coaching insights, practical strategies, and honest conversations about what it truly takes to maintain your PerformanceSpan—that period of life where you operate at a high level physically and mentally. If you want to stay strong, independent, and fully capable for decades to come, without extreme diets, burnout, or unrealistic routines, this is where you start. Because ageing well isn’t about luck. It’s about how you live.

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