I'm 69, female, been running for 40 years. Moved to France after retiring at 66. First thing we did was convert 2nd bedroom to a gym, with everything you can think of... and more, plus rower and static bike downstairs. Lift weights 2 x week and run 4 times on a Garmin coach  programme so doing intervals etc not just long easy runs. Living in France so making major effort on my French, and among other ways (leading warm up and cool downs in french with local run club) have online lessons with Lingoda which really commits you to putting the effort in. I follow the Peter Attia principle of the 100yrs decathlon! And yes like you I reckon I have 10 more good years plus of running etc so packing in as many adventures NOW. Off snowshoeing this winter, cycle touring long distance next year, and western riding in Alberta 2025. Making year plans a great motivator to be fit enough to do all, this stuff. Good luck with your life mission! 🏃‍♀️🏇🏋‍♀️🚴🏾‍♂️🛌🙏

Ok gents, I’ll be 81 in March and ride 80 to 100 miles per week. Feel great, eat extremely clean and use floor exercises pre ride. Advice, don’t stop. Reside in Arizona and still ride the Tour de Tucson each fall

I’m 73 and have zero plans of quitting riding, and my general flexibility and strength training. A little over a year ago I hired a personal trainer, she has come to find out I like to be challenged, and she does so. There are things I’m doing today that I could barely do when we first started, I love it. My attitude is never quit.

I’ve been taping for about 2 years. I used to get sinus infections frequently. Haven’t had that problem since. Greatest suggestion ever!

Good stuff, Simon! Eating, exercising (strength and cardio) and sleeping well will give the vast majority of us 80% plus of all we need for a health life. Reducing stress from work, family and personal psychological issues will get us most of the rest of the way.

Loving the mouth taping, so much so i've just taped my wifes mouth and feel better instantly....

I appreciate that you create these videos.  I am nearly 78 and find I need much more sleep .  I work out at a gym 3 days per week in winter and 2 days in summer.  I ride more in summer as I have for since I was 35.  Summer rides around 35 miles after I become conditioned after not riding much in winter.  Again I thank you doing these videos.

For those wanting a little help breathing through the nose, you could try the Breathe Right nasal trips.  They pull the nasal cavity open using an adhesive strip.  We have them in the US. Perhaps you can order them online from other countries.  It might be a good adjunct to the mouth taping idea if you find your nose doesn’t feel open enough.  Of course, this is not to be used for people with sleep apnea who should follow the directions of their physicians. (BTW, I’m not associated with Breath Right.  I just love this product and breathe so much better with it.  I have a deviated septum.). Thank you for your videos, Simon!

I had a running coach that taught me about mouth breathing and it just made a world of difference. Now, I'm never out of breath or struggling to breath... even my my HR hits 170 bpm.

Great channel. Im 54 . Been watching and talking with older people in my late 20 s. Absolutely mind set and weight training makes you look and feel younger . Cheers .

Great series, Simon. Now in my sixties, after 42 yrs in construction, no running for these knees. I alternate weights with cycling thru the week to stay in shape and ward off the muscle loss as I age. I have the bike on the trainer for the winter, here in Southern Ontario. ✌️🇨🇦

We have some things in common. First off, sleep is an imperative part of my routine. It seems like 4 complete sleep cycles is my sweet spot. Also, you mentioned nose breathing, and I started concentrating on nose breathing 3 years ago, and it has made a huge difference. My partner always mentions how much less I snore. I am not studying another language, but a couple of things I do to keep my mind sharp are writing daily and doing my New York Times word games. Truly keeps my mind clear. A couple other things I find important is a diet that is both healthy, and fiberful, as fiber is truly our friend. I also make daily time for quiet and relaxation for at least 1 to 2 hours if I have the time. It could be just listening to music or just meditation. I have been wanting to add Yoga since it should help my daily stretching routine. This really has helped both my biking and hiking routines. This past week, I did about 45 miles hiking on our local snowy trails. It was completely invigorating.

Loving Duolingo here as well Simon, and about to hit my 1-year streak learning French in the next few days. The motivation is a plan to do a bike-packing trip around Brittany after taking the ferry from Cork. I've used Linguaphone in the past for both Japanese and Spanish. And they were certainly good courses, but the gamification and personalisation in Duolingo makes it a far superior teacher for me.

I am 70yo and have been sleeping with CPAP for 20yrs for sleep apnea. There are thin neoprene headgear/straps you can get usually used in conjunction with CPAP that hold your jaw and thus your mouth, closed, so that you breathe through your nose. Some are available on Amazon; IMHO, they are a much better option than using tape nightly. They last a couple of months of use, so treat them as consumable items. I just found your channel, and like the full, integrated approach you are taking with the content. Thanks for these vids. I thought Ihad posted a similar comment last night, but I can't seem to find it; sorry if you see this as a repeat. Most of my riding is off-road, and I haul my bike for "destination trails" riding on a regular basis from NJ USA north to Ontario Canada and South as far as the FL Keys, and spots between. Coming back to cycling after years away at the time of my retirement - the bike was a Christmas gift from the family ("go riding," they said) - has vastly improved my quality of life and health for my later years.

I love this.  I’ve always loved cycling and at times I over do it. I’m mixing up my early morning walks with lifting weights at home gym. I really appreciate the tips and advice ❤.

Wonderful series Siimon, thank you !
Best sleep for me since taking a magnesium supplement before bed.

Great points. I’m doing all the things you mention. Except learning a language. In my case I’m relearning the guitar with an aim be better then I was. In my late 60’s my fitness is better than it was five years ago. Keep posting the great content please.

Learn to ski every day. SpikeBoarding Skiing is the most casual. SpikeBoarding Skiing blends very well with cycling. VeloSpiking.

Hate running, it's too much stress, and a bit boring, cycling is more fum

What a great  European attitude