What does it actually take for a man in his 60s or 70s to get fitter—especially if he hasn’t worked out in decades?
In this episode of Against the Norm, I sit down with my own personal trainer and strength coach Brandon Chu (Liv Method, Manhattan), who shares a refreshingly real roadmap for older men: start smaller than you think, build consistency first, and use accountability to make it stick.
Take a look at what Brandon is helping me with–my goal is to do this totally unassisted by the end of April 2026
On the podcast you’ll hear:
Why most men don’t change until a doctor or scare forces it
The “momentum” approach: tiny steps that actually lead somewhere
Why gyms feel intimidating—and how to lower the barrier to entry
The simple truth about muscle loss, bone density, strength training, and protein as we age
The mindset shift Brandon calls “chosen suffering”: pick the discomfort now, or pay for it later
This one is practical, funny, and motivating—especially if you’re thinking, “I should really start… but I don’t know how.”
Listen to this episode here:
