Fit Over 50 Life

Mark Patrick & Kelli Calabrese
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Mark Patrick and Kelli Calabrese are two 50 something's, obsessed with helping people be healthy and have fun. They are fit, divorced, have had panic attacks, raised kids, started and sold businesses, authored best selling books and transformed tens of thousands of lives through their seminars, coaching and health programs. In this podcast they talk with leading experts on natural ways to age youthfully, look sexy and live an amazing bonus life at 50 and beyond. Guests are top specialists in the wellness field and share their best body and mind tips and hacks for fitness, fun and even fearlessness to get you unstuck so you can make the rest of your life the best of your life. New episodes every Wednesday afternoon.

  1. 6d ago

    At 49 He Was 55 Pounds Overweight. At 55 He Landed on the Cover of Men's Fitness | Jason Smith

    Can you completely transform your body after 50? Jason Smith proves you can. At 49, Jason was 55 pounds overweight, prediabetic, battling high blood pressure, high cholesterol, fatty liver disease, depression, and relying on multiple medications. He believed his healthiest years were behind him—until one decision changed everything. Today, he's medication-free, coaches clients around the world, and built the kind of physique that earned him the cover of Men's Fitness magazine. In this inspiring episode of the Fit Over 50 Life Podcast, Mark Patrick and Kelli Calabrese uncover the mindset, habits, and strategies Jason used to completely reinvent his life. In this episode, you'll discover: Why your identity matters more than your diet How to lose your first 10 pounds—and your last 10 pounds Why most people quit before their body starts responding The power of visualization and creating a compelling future Why strength training becomes even more important after 50 How building muscle helps improve metabolism and long-term health The mindset shift that turns temporary weight loss into a permanent lifestyle Why focusing on the process—not the scale—is the key to lasting success Whether you're trying to lose weight, regain your energy, build muscle, or simply become healthier for your family, this conversation will remind you that it's never too late to change the direction of your life. Connect with Jason Smith Here are Jason Smith's verified Fit in Midlife social profiles: Instagram – @fitinmidlife TikTok – @fitinmidlife Facebook – Fit in Midlife Threads – @fitinmidlife YouTube – Jason Smith | Fit in Midlife Website - www.fitinmidlife.com   If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, follow, and leave a review. Together, let's prove your best years can still be ahead of you.

    At 49 He Was 55 Pounds Overweight. At 55 He Landed on the Cover of Men's Fitness | Jason Smith

  2. Jul 23

    She Lost Over 100 Pounds, Reversed Chronic Disease & Is Redefining Life After 50 | Lori Balue

    What if the healthiest, strongest, and most adventurous years of your life are still ahead of you? In this inspiring episode of the Fit Over 50 Life Podcast, Mark Patrick and Kelli Calabrese sit down with Lori Balue, founder of Aging Adventurously™, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, and Metabolic Restoration Practitioner, whose incredible journey proves it's never too late to transform your health or your life. After decades of struggling with obesity, depression, chronic inflammation, asthma, prediabetes, and failed diets, Lori discovered the root causes that had been keeping her trapped in a cycle of weight gain and poor health. She went on to lose more than 100 pounds, reverse multiple chronic health conditions, and completely reinvent herself. Today, in her 60s, Lori is hiking the Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim, running half marathons, training to climb Mount Whitney, and inspiring others over 50 to reclaim their health, confidence, and sense of adventure. This conversation goes far beyond weight loss. It's about restoring your metabolism, reducing inflammation, healing your gut, rebuilding your body, and creating the energy and freedom to truly enjoy life. In This Episode You'll Discover: How Lori lost over 100 pounds and kept it off Why traditional dieting often fails The hidden role of insulin resistance in stubborn weight gain How chronic inflammation affects energy, pain, and brain fog Why gut health is often the missing link to lasting wellness The importance of protein and metabolic restoration after 50 Why standard blood work may miss what's really happening How functional testing uncovers hidden healing opportunities What it really means to Age Adventurously™ Why small, consistent lifestyle changes can completely transform your future A Powerful Takeaway Lori believes weight loss is often the side effect not the goal. When you reduce inflammation, nourish your body, restore your metabolism, and address the root causes of poor health, your body begins to work with you instead of against you. The result isn't just losing weight it's gaining energy, confidence, strength, and a life you can fully enjoy. About Lori Balue Lori Balue is the Founder of Aging Adventurously™, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, and a Metabolic Restoration Practitioner. She specializes in helping adults over 50 uncover hidden healing opportunities through functional lab testing, personalized nutrition, gut health optimization, and lifestyle interventions. Her mission is to help people restore their metabolism, reduce inflammation, regain their energy, and build a body that supports a lifetime of adventure. Connect with Lori Balue Website: https://loribalue.com Free Recipe Book: https://contact.loribalue.com/recipebook Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loribalueweightloss/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@loribalueweightloss Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lori.balue.2025/   If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, follow, and leave a review. Together, let's prove your best years can still be ahead of you.

    She Lost Over 100 Pounds, Reversed Chronic Disease & Is Redefining Life After 50 | Lori Balue

  3. Jul 16

    Reverse Your Biological Age? The Science of Living Longer, Stronger & Better | Laura Comfort

    What if aging isn't something you have to accept... But something you can influence? In this inspiring episode of the Fit Over 50 Life Podcast, Mark Patrick and Kelli Calabrese sit down with Laura Comfort longevity expert, entrepreneur, author of The Comfort Code, founder of Laura Comfort Labs, and host of the Peak Vitality Podcast. After overcoming PCOS, fertility challenges, burnout, and chronic stress, Laura became fascinated by the science of longevity. Through decades of studying nutrition, hormones, stress management, movement, and lifestyle medicine, she has reversed her biological age by nearly 20 years and even welcomed twins in her 50s challenging conventional beliefs about what's possible. This episode isn't just about living longer. It's about increasing your "fun span" the years you feel energetic, vibrant, purposeful, and truly alive. In This Episode, We Cover: • Can you actually reverse your biological age? • Laura's "SMILED" framework for healthy aging • The role of hormones in longevity and vitality • Why stress management may be one of the most powerful anti-aging tools • The importance of muscle, movement, and recovery • Supplements Laura believes support healthy aging • Why healthy fats matter especially for women • The connection between fertility, hormones, and longevity • How your environment influences the aging process • Why community, purpose, and joy are essential for a longer, healthier life • The difference between lifespan, healthspan... and fun span One of the Biggest Takeaways Your best years don't have to be behind you. Healthy aging isn't about chasing youth it's about creating a lifestyle that helps you stay strong, energized, mentally sharp, and full of purpose for as long as possible. Small, consistent changes made today can dramatically influence how you feel years from now. Guest Laura Comfort Laura Comfort is the founder and CEO of Laura Comfort Labs, host of the Peak Vitality Podcast, author of The Comfort Code, and one of Forbes' Entrepreneurs to Watch (2026). She is an internationally recognized advocate for longevity, women's health, and biological age optimization, helping people create healthier, longer, and more vibrant lives. Connect With Laura Comfort Website: https://lauracomfort.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura_comfort Peak Vitality Podcast: https://lauracomfort.com Book: The Comfort Code: Rewriting the Rules of Aging If you've ever wondered whether you can take control of how you age and whether it's possible to feel stronger, healthier, and more vibrant after 50 this episode will challenge your assumptions and leave you inspired to start today.

    Reverse Your Biological Age? The Science of Living Longer, Stronger & Better | Laura Comfort

  4. Jul 9

    Sick Care Is Broken: How to Take Control of Your Health Before Disease Starts | John Goldman

    What if the biggest problem with modern healthcare... Is that it waits until you're sick? In this eye-opening episode of the Fit Over 50 Life Podcast, Mark Patrick and Kelli Calabrese sit down with John Goldman, founder and CEO of Rebel Health Alliance, to explore why today's healthcare system is built to manage disease not prevent it. After years of being told his abnormal lab results were "nothing to worry about," John found himself with prediabetes, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, high inflammation, elevated cholesterol, and nearly five pounds of dangerous visceral fat. Rather than accepting this as "normal aging," he took control of his health, reversed his metabolic dysfunction, and built a new model of healthcare focused on prevention, optimization, and longevity. This conversation challenges conventional healthcare and explains why waiting for disease to develop may be one of the biggest mistakes we make. In This Episode, We Cover: • Why our healthcare system focuses on treating disease instead of preventing it • The difference between "normal" lab work and optimal health • Why comprehensive testing can uncover hidden health risks years before symptoms appear • The truth about visceral fat, inflammation, insulin resistance, and fatty liver disease • Why movement, muscle, sleep, and nutrition are the foundation of longevity • The seven pillars of healthy aging • Why community and purpose are just as important as diet and exercise • How to become proactive instead of reactive with your health • John's ambitious "Project Unreasonable" to qualify for the Boston Marathon at age 50 • Why your best years may still be ahead of you One of the Biggest Takeaways Don't accept feeling older as "just part of aging." Many of the conditions we associate with getting older are actually the result of years of metabolic dysfunction, poor sleep, inactivity, and missed opportunities for prevention. The earlier you take ownership of your health, the greater your opportunity to improve your quality of life. Guest John Goldman John Goldman is the founder and CEO of Rebel Health Alliance, a high-performance primary care and longevity practice that combines physicians, dietitians, strength coaches, and health specialists to help people prevent chronic disease and optimize their health. He is also the creator of Project Unreasonable, a public health transformation experiment documenting his journey from metabolic disease to qualifying for the Boston Marathon before age 50. Connect With John Goldman Website: Rebel Health Alliance Instagram: @johngoldman_ If you've ever felt like the healthcare system is waiting for you to get sick before helping you get healthy, this episode will challenge the way you think about prevention, longevity, and what it truly means to take control of your health.

    Sick Care Is Broken: How to Take Control of Your Health Before Disease Starts | John Goldman

  5. Jul 2

    Are You Actually Hungry… Or Metabolically Broken? | Dr. Tro Kalayjian

    You've been told to eat less. Count calories. Exercise more. And if that doesn't work... Take another medication. But what if we've been treating the symptoms instead of the root cause? In this episode of the Fit Over 50 Life Podcast, Mark Patrick and Kelli Calabrese sit down with Dr. Tro Kalayjian, board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, founder of Toward Health, and one of the leading voices in reversing metabolic disease through nutrition, lifestyle, and accountability not medications. After struggling with obesity himself and reaching nearly 350 pounds, Dr. Tro transformed his own health and has since helped thousands of patients lose weight, reverse insulin resistance, and reclaim their lives. This conversation challenges conventional weight loss advice and explains why lasting results have far more to do with hormones, metabolism, cravings, and behavior than simply cutting calories. In This Episode, We Cover: • Why calorie counting fails so many people • The real driver behind cravings and constant hunger • How insulin resistance fuels weight gain • Why stable blood sugar is one of the biggest predictors of weight loss success • The difference between treating obesity and treating metabolic health • Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs): who should use them and why • Ketones, metabolic flexibility, and becoming a fat burner • Adaptive thermogenesis and why weight loss plateaus happen • The importance of protein after 50 • Why "diet holidays" may be more effective than constant restriction • How to recover quickly after setbacks instead of starting over • Practical strategies anyone can begin using today One of the biggest takeaways? Don't delay recovery. One unhealthy meal doesn't derail your progress—but allowing one meal to become one day, one week, or one month often does. The next meal is always an opportunity to get back on track. Guest Dr. Tro Kalayjian Dr. Tro Kalayjian is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, founder and Chief Medical Officer of Toward Health, and a nationally recognized expert in metabolic health. After overcoming obesity himself, he now helps patients reverse insulin resistance, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic disease through evidence-based lifestyle interventions. Connect With Dr. Tro Kalayjian Website: https://toward.health Toward Health App: https://toward.health Instagram: @doctortro YouTube: Doctor Tro If you've struggled with cravings, weight regain, high blood sugar, or have been told that obesity is simply a matter of willpower, this episode may completely change the way you think about weight loss and show you that lasting change starts with improving your metabolic health, not counting every calorie.

    Are You Actually Hungry… Or Metabolically Broken? | Dr. Tro Kalayjian

  6. Jun 25

    Is AI Aging Your Brain Faster? The Science Behind Brain Health, Memory & Longevity | Dr Kavin Mistry

    Artificial intelligence is changing the way we live. But could it also be changing the way our brains age? In this eye opening episode of the Fit Over 50 Life Podcast, Mark Patrick and Kelli Calabrese sit down with board certified neuroradiologist Dr. Kavin Mistry, who has spent more than two decades interpreting hundreds of thousands of brain scans. What he's seeing is both fascinating and concerning. Dr. Mistry explains why many people are biologically aging faster than their chronological age, how modern technology may be accelerating cognitive decline, and what you can do today to protect your brain for decades to come. From sleep and posture to gut health, exercise, and our growing dependence on AI, this conversation explores practical strategies to help you build a healthier, more resilient brain. In This Episode, We Cover: • Is AI making us think less and age faster? • Why some 40-year-olds have brains that look decades older • The surprising connection between posture, technology, and brain health • How sleep helps "clean" your brain every night • Why your gut microbiome plays a critical role in cognitive health • The power of circadian rhythms and living in alignment with your biology • How exercise can help preserve memory and brain function • The difference between biological age and chronological age • The 7 Paradigms of Primal Health Design • Dr. Mistry's "HUMAN" framework for protecting your cognitive edge in the age of AI One of the biggest takeaways? The future of brain health isn't about avoiding technology. It's about learning how to use technology without losing the human qualities that make us think, create, connect, and thrive. Guest: Dr. Kavin Mistry Dr. Kavin Mistry is a board-certified neuroradiologist, author, and expert in neuroscience, longevity, and human performance. He is the creator of Primal Health Design, the Primal Alignment Index, and the 21-Day Primal Reset Program, helping people optimize their brain and body for healthier aging. Connect With Dr. Kavin Mistry Website: kavinmistrymd.com Book: Primal Health Design Primal Alignment Assessment Instagram  @kavinmistry.md  Facebook @kavinmistry.md If you're concerned about brain fog, memory, healthy aging, or simply want to protect your most valuable asset, your brain this is an episode you won't want to miss.

    Is AI Aging Your Brain Faster? The Science Behind Brain Health, Memory & Longevity | Dr Kavin Mistry

  7. Jun 18

    Peptides: Hype Or The Biggest Breakthrough In Longevity? | Linda McIver

    Peptides are everywhere right now. Social media is talking about them. Influencers are promoting them. Clinics are popping up on every corner. But what are peptides really... and are they safe? In this episode of the Fit Over 50 Life Podcast, Mark Patrick and Kelli Calabrese sit down with Linda McIver, founder of AgeBlu, concierge medicine expert, longevity practitioner, and functional medicine fellow specializing in helping people expand their healthspan not just their lifespan. Linda shares her personal journey into longevity medicine after losing her mother to cancer at age 16 and explains why living longer isn't enough we need to live stronger, healthier, and with more vitality. This episode cuts through the noise and explores one of the fastest-growing frontiers in longevity medicine: peptides. You'll learn which peptides may help support muscle, fat loss, immunity, brain health, inflammation, recovery, and healthy aging and why this isn't something you should do on your own. In This Episode, We Cover: • What peptides are and how they work • Why peptides are exploding in popularity • The difference between safe medical guidance and the "Wild West" of online peptides • Linda's 4 pillars of longevity: Detox, Boost, Support, and Enhance • How toxins, inflammation, and hormones impact aging • Peptides that may support muscle growth, recovery, and fat loss • The connection between longevity and immune health • Brain health, memory, and cognitive-support peptides • Why biological age matters more than chronological age • The role of hormone optimization after 50 • The truth about GLP-1 medications and longevity • How to safely approach peptides and longevity therapies One of the biggest takeaways? You're never too young to think about aging well... And it's never too late to get started. Guest: Linda McIver Founder of AgeBlu, concierge medicine practitioner, longevity specialist, and functional medicine fellow dedicated to helping people extend their healthspan and optimize their quality of life. Connect With Linda Website: https://ageblu.com Instagram: @longevityboss @agebluwellness LinkedIn: Linda McIver If you've been curious about peptides, longevity, or what healthy aging could actually look like after 50... This is an episode you won't want to miss.

    Peptides: Hype Or The Biggest Breakthrough In Longevity? | Linda McIver

  8. Jun 11

    AGEISM IS STEALING YOUR FUTURE: Why Growing Older Isn't What You Think | Ashton Applewhite

    What if one of the biggest threats to your health, happiness, and longevity isn't aging itself... But your beliefs about aging? In this eye-opening episode of the Fit Over 50 Life Podcast, Mark Patrick and Kelli Calabrese sit down with Ashton Applewhite, internationally recognized author, TED Talk speaker, activist, and one of the world's leading voices on ageism. Ashton has spent the last two decades challenging society's outdated beliefs about getting older and exposing ageism as one of the last socially accepted forms of discrimination. This conversation will challenge what you think you know about aging. From the myths surrounding Alzheimer's and nursing homes to the surprising connection between purpose, community, and longevity, Ashton shares research-backed insights that may completely change how you view the second half of life. One of the most powerful takeaways? The way you think about aging affects your health, your relationships, your opportunities, and even how long you live. In this episode, we cover: • What ageism really is and why most people don't recognize it • How ageism affects both younger and older generations • The hidden beliefs that may be limiting your future • Why fear of aging is often worse than the reality • The surprising truth about nursing homes and Alzheimer's • Why happiness often increases with age • The powerful connection between purpose and longevity • Why social isolation may be a bigger threat than illness • The benefits of intergenerational relationships • How society profits from our fear of getting older • Why older adults are often more resilient than younger generations • How to challenge your own age-related beliefs • Practical ways to age with confidence, purpose, and fulfillment As Ashton explains, aging isn't something that suddenly starts at 50, 60, or 70. Aging is living. And the more we understand it, the less power fear has over us. Guest: Ashton Applewhite Ashton Applewhite is an internationally recognized advocate against ageism, author of This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism, TED Talk speaker, and founder of a global movement challenging society's beliefs about aging. Her work has reached millions and helped reshape conversations around aging, longevity, and purpose. Connect with Ashton: Website: https://thischairrocks.com Book: 📘 This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism https://thischairrocks.com/book/ TED Talk: 🎥 Let's End Ageism https://www.ted.com/talks/ashton_applewhite_let_s_end_ageism Blog: https://thischairrocks.com/blog The Old School Hub: https://oldschool.info LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashtonapplewhite/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThisChairRocks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashtonapplewhite/ If you've ever worried about getting older... This episode may completely change how you think about the years ahead.

    AGEISM IS STEALING YOUR FUTURE: Why Growing Older Isn't What You Think | Ashton Applewhite
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Mark Patrick and Kelli Calabrese are two 50 something's, obsessed with helping people be healthy and have fun. They are fit, divorced, have had panic attacks, raised kids, started and sold businesses, authored best selling books and transformed tens of thousands of lives through their seminars, coaching and health programs. In this podcast they talk with leading experts on natural ways to age youthfully, look sexy and live an amazing bonus life at 50 and beyond. Guests are top specialists in the wellness field and share their best body and mind tips and hacks for fitness, fun and even fearlessness to get you unstuck so you can make the rest of your life the best of your life. New episodes every Wednesday afternoon.

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  • Creator
    Mark Patrick & Kelli Calabrese
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Fit Over 50 Life

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