When it comes to over 60 health, Rob Rowsell is an expert. He transformed his health after years of drug abuse, poor nutrition, and sedentary living. Today, he’s running marathons, building muscle, and staying fit as he approaches age 60. Heed Rob’s top 8 health tips if you too want to reach peak fitness.

Over 60 Health: The Top 8 Checklist

When we talk about being intentional, we mean writing goals down and referencing them often! Rob’s Over 60 Health Checklist is a great example. Here are all eight non-negotiable elements to a healthy life:

1. Annual Checkups
2. Workout Routine
3. Health Goals
4. Continuing Education
5. Sleep and Rest Schedule
6. Preventative Actions
7. No Alcohol
8. Sun Protection

Rob starts out the clip recommending that listeners use ChatGPT as their personal trainer app. Regularly consulting it as a knowledge base is part of your continuing education. A bottom line number to watch: TDEE, or Total Daily Energy Expenditure. Once you enter your vital statistics, the AI app will tell you how many calories you should take in each day in order to stay healthy. Specifically, operating at a calorie deficit is one way to ensure that you lose weight.

Rob does not subscribe to the theory that all adults need eight hours of sleep in order to function properly. In his experience, as long as you are feeling energized and getting good results in your fitness journey, six hours is plenty. Consistent, solid sleep is the key, and that means taking the time before bed to wind down. This way, you will go to sleep faster and sleep more deeply.

We don’t think of it much in the grand scheme of overall health, but sun protection is important. That means consistently reapplying sunscreen, and wearing a big, floppy hat. Skin cancer is no joke!