Tired of fad diets that leave you drained and back at square one? In this episode, Mike shares why he ditched quick fixes at 45 and the 3 simple, science-backed steps that actually work for strength, health, and longevity. Discover ...

🎉 100 Episodes Strong – A Celebration You’re Part Of!We’ve hit triple digits! In this special 100th episode, I’m sharing the biggest lessons, funniest moments, and most powerful takeaways from our journey so far. You’ll hear my

It's almost August. How have you been getting on with those goals you set earlier in the year?Answer the question honestly. If you have achieved them, well done. If not, why not? In today's brilliant episode of the Real Elevation Podc...

Feeling stuck with your health and fitness over 40? In this episode of Real Elevation, we break down four simple yet powerful steps to help you stop struggling and start succeeding, without resorting to fad diets or extreme workouts.&n...

What are your thoughts on this? There’s a lie many of us—especially high-performing, time-poor men and women—fall for: That if we can just get our body in shape, everything else will magically fall into place. Confidence, energy, purpo...

If you’ve been feeling more tired, tense, or "off" lately, there’s a chance your body’s running low on one of the most important (but overlooked) minerals:Magnesium.It supports over 300 vital bodily functions, includ...

Are you ready to invest? or Have you already been investing?We all know regular exercise keeps the waistline in check and the doctor away—but as we age, the real payoff goes way deeper than toned arms or a peachy bum. (all good ...

Let’s be real. Stress has become the norm for many people. We wear it like a badge of honour, thinking that being constantly busy, overwhelmed, and “on” is just part of modern life. I'm sure you can relate to this.But chronic stress isn’...

Are you aware of this?We’re officially halfway through 2025—hard to believe, I know, but it's true. Time flies, and with the pace of modern life, it’s all too easy to let our health and fitness slip down the list of priorities.It’...

If you're waking up stiff, going through the day with little nagging aches, or starting to avoid activities you once loved... It’s not just “getting older.” It’s a signal. One that your body is begging you to hear. Today, we're tack...

Are you someone who always likes to focus on a "To-do list"? On our fitness and wellbeing journey, we can often get too focused on actions. Today’s episode is about something deeper than items on our checklist, such as workouts and meal plans. ...

Do we need to adapt our approach to exercise and wellbeing as we age? The simple answer is yes. Whether you're 24 or 74, changes naturally occur as we age, so we need to make ourselves what we do and what we are proactive about reflects where w...

In Today's recast episode, we revisit some powerful information that everyone over the age of 45 should be aware of. As we age, our bodies naturally undergo changes that affect our metabolism, joints, and muscle mass.Gaining a greater un...

Taking your fitness too seriously is one of the fastest ways to turn something that should elevate your life into a chore you dread.In today's brilliant episode of the Real Elevation Podcast, we continue the conversatio...

Let’s be honest—most men and women over 40 are making fitness way harder than it needs to be. If your workouts feel like punishment and your motivation keeps burning out, this episode is your wake-up call.Host Mike Hendricks bre...

Most fitness plans fail men and women over 40, because they’re built for a younger, completely different lifestyle. In this episode, I break down exactly why things aren’t working, what not to do, and the science-backed strategies that...

I get it. When most Men and women over 45 want to lose weight, the first thing they typically think of is cardio. Running, cycling, jumping around, doing burpees. And hey, movement is great. But if you want to lose fat, get...

What do you think of when I say the word 'Clarity'?It's a word that many people overlook when it comes to progressing towards their fitness and wellbeing goals.Clarity isn’t just about seeing something clearly — it’s about removin...

The story continues!  I’m excited to continue the tale of my journey so far.This episode is called ‘Mike's Message—My Journey So Far, Pt 2. If you haven't listened to the first episode, you can d...

Today, I’m excited to take you behind the scenes and share a bit more about my personal journey.This episode is called ‘Mike's Message—My Journey So Far,’ and I’m breaking it down into two parts: my journe...

Have you ever thought about the sacrifices you're making when it comes to your health and well-being? Today we’re diving into a powerful concept that I believe can change everything for you: Sacrifice or Suffer.The harsh truth is you’re ...

Today we’re diving into a topic that you may not have considered, but when you do it can truly transform your fitness and well-being: home-based habits that fast-track your results.The truth is, no matter how well you train, if your dail...

Are you taking steps to future-proof your success? Think of your body like a retirement account: the earlier you invest, the more compound interest you earn. And that is the same for your fitness and well-being. Invest early to reap the benefit...

Do you sometimes feel like you're spinning your wheels? We’re blasting off into a topic most men and women over 45 ignore—rest and recovery.Think of your body like a rocket. You can’t reach the stars without boosters, right? Rest ...

The biggest mistake I see men and women make when it comes to their health and fitness? Waiting. Waiting for the “right time.” Waiting until work gets less busy. Waiting until they “feel ready.” But here’s the truth—waiting is exactly why you’r...