Author: Skip La Cour

At 61 years old, Skip La Cour is the world’s #1 authority for Workouts for Older Men, Longevity for Older Men, and Personal Development for Older Men. La Cour helps older men like you get in shape. He is the creator of the Age Optimization System and a six-time national champion drug-free bodybuilder. He helps men who are a little older become their best both inside AND outside of the gym. Feel free to email Skip at any time at [email protected] with your questions and comments. Or, call (925)352-4366.

WATCH VIDEO In this video, I explain a powerful and simple process that gets rid of the negative thoughts swimming around in your head first thing in the morning. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and fill out the questionnaire if you’re interested in one-on-one coaching. Learn more about one-on-one coaching here. Be sure to watch Mindset For Older Men LIVE on my Facebook page every morning. FILL OUT THIS COACHING QUESTIONNAIRE Congratulations for stepping up and taking action. This is the very first step that you must take to achieve your goals and create the life that…

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WATCH VIDEO Life is a journey that takes us through different stages, and as we grow older, it’s natural to feel a shift in our motivation and drive. But let me remind you of a mental strategy that has served you well in the past, one that can reignite the fire within you and help you get more out of life. Remember the times when you found purpose and meaning by serving others? Those moments when you made a difference in someone else’s life and experienced the joy and fulfillment it brought? It’s time to tap into that power once…

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WATCH VIDEO The reason why some smart and accomplished older men struggle to take control of their fitness habits is not primarily because they can’t find the right workout or eating information. It often stems from the fact that they are clear on their life priorities and have focused their energy on other areas of their lives, neglecting their health and fitness. These men may have achieved success in their careers, personal relationships, or other aspects of life that require significant dedication and effort. As a result, they may have developed a habit of prioritizing these areas over their physical…

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WATCH VIDEO Do you want more drive and excitement back to your life? Setting new and ambitious goals becomes even more important when you’re a little older. Setting goals is an essential part of personal growth and development, regardless of age. It’s great to see that you’re encouraging older men to set goals and reminding them of the excitement and drive that comes with stretching oneself. Setting goals for the next 12 months can be a powerful way to start this journey. Here are some prompts to help you kickstart the goal-setting process: 1. Imagine a year from now. If…

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WATCH VIDEO Throughout much of our lives, a significant amount of our determination, concentration, vitality, and time may have been primarily dedicated to pursuing professional and entrepreneurial objectives. We took on all of this not only for the sake of our loved ones but also for our own personal fulfillment. We embraced this role as a defining aspect of our identity. As we get older, we may find ourselves having accomplished numerous milestones and successfully navigated the most challenging aspects of raising our families. Our perspective on life has evolved, and our priorities have undergone a significant transformation. The pursuit…

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WATCH VIDEO Life has a way of throwing curveballs, testing our resilience, and challenging us in unexpected ways. It’s during these painful times that we often find ourselves questioning the purpose of it all. But in retrospect, we come to realize that these trials and tribulations were not in vain. They have played a pivotal role in shaping the men we have become today. Mistakes are an integral part of the human experience. They teach us valuable lessons and help us grow. The missed opportunities and bad breaks we encountered might have seemed disheartening at the time, but they have…

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WATCH VIDEO I want to take a moment to remind you that you are not alone in the challenges you’re facing. Life has a way of throwing curveballs, especially as we grow older and navigate the complexities of adulthood. But let me assure you that the obstacles you encounter are often the direct result of what it took to be great in others. It’s important you understand this. Life’s journey is not always smooth, and it’s during these challenging moments that our true strength and resilience are tested. Remember that every struggle, setback, and disappointment has shaped you into the…

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WATCH VIDEO As we journey through life, it’s important to take a moment to reflect on where we are and where we want to go. Now that we have reached a stage where we are a little older, it becomes even more crucial to plan the next phase of our lives with careful consideration. By doing so, we can strive to achieve happiness, fulfillment, and a sense of meaning in our lives. First and foremost, it’s essential to define what happiness, fulfillment, and meaning mean to each one of us individually. These concepts can vary greatly from person to person,…

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Many men have deemed the quality of their form while doing an exercise to be the most important aspect of training. Some men training in the gym use the rationale that lifting heavy weight causes you to train less effectively. “I always use really strict form!” they state proudly. “Lifting heavy weight is not beneficial at all if you don’t use really strict form.” Many men are confused with what constitutes effective training habits. They feel as though they are forced to make the decision between executing properly and lifting heavy weight. You don’t need to go one way or the other. To…

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WATCH VIDEO Looking for a spark? In this message, I explain how fitness helps you find more purpose and meaning in your life from this day forward. It’s better than you expected. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and fill out the questionnaire if you’re interested in one-on-one coaching. Learn more about one-on-one coaching here. Be sure to watch Mindset For Older Men LIVE on my Facebook page every morning. FILL OUT THIS COACHING QUESTIONNAIRE Congratulations for stepping up and taking action. This is the very first step that you must take to achieve your goals and create…

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WATCH VIDEO Life gets tough. Especially at our age having gone through all of the ups and downs that we have. We all need relief. We all need something exciting to look forward to. We all need adventure. Maybe that’s what fitness is for you now at this stage of life. Maybe it’s time to lean in and make it an exciting and structured adventure. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and fill out the questionnaire if you’re interested in one-on-one coaching. Learn more about one-on-one coaching here. Be sure to watch Mindset For Older Men LIVE on…

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Be sure to sign up for more fitness tips for older men below after watching this video. WATCH VIDEO Can’t get yourself motivated to work out and eat right? In this video, I give you four things that will get you to finally step up and take consistent action. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and fill out the questionnaire if you’re interested in one-on-one coaching. Learn more about one-on-one coaching here. Be sure to watch Mindset For Older Men LIVE on my Facebook page every morning. FILL OUT THIS COACHING QUESTIONNAIRE Congratulations for stepping up and taking…

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By Skip La Cour Workouts for Older Men Coach 6x National Champion Drug Free Bodybuilder 925-352-4366 WhatsApp +19253524366 Learn more about Skip La Cour here. All it takes is a few small shifts in what you do and how you think to get the HUGE results you want. Here are five of those shifts that older men must make to earn a better body while enjoying the process and feeling less frustration. 1. You can get more done in fewer, shorter workouts every week when you understand how that’s done. It’s not a specific training routine that produces the best…

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Flat Barbell Bench Press Training Tips The key to next level training with the flat barbell bench press is finding the right angle for your arms. The right angle to really engage your chest and feeling that ideal engagement is going to be different for everyone. This is something you will need to focus on and figure out yourself. But you can’t do that if you aren’t aware of just how important this is. When you place your hands on the bar preparing for the bench press pay attention to your elbows. Are they tucked right against your body or…

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I’m glad you’re here and thank you for your interest. Let me tell how this fitness journey you’re about to go on will change your life for the better. My exclusive Age Optimization System is an intense 12-week private, one-on-one coaching experience. I outline the specific steps to optimal health, fitness, and longevity for older men that’s simple, effective, and sustainable with your busy, productive life. And notice I didn’t say complicated, involved, and time-consuming. I said simple, effective, and sustainable with your busy, productive life. You’ll know exactly what to do with your workouts and eating and exactly why…

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WATCH VIDEO Do you want to know how to include delicious, not-so-healthy foods into your eating plan without getting fat like the younger guys? I know what you’re thinking. If you just look at pizza and burgers you’re going to get fat. Forget about eating them! Sure, you used to be able to eat that stuff when you were younger but there’s no way you can now. In this video, I tell you how to eat tasty foods and still get healthy, lean, and fit. Call or text me today at 925-352-4366. We’ll start a conversation. I’ll have you send…

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WATCH VIDEO In this video, I explain how creating a list of winning fitness habits and standards and then “keep score” is the fastest way to get to a higher level. Here’s the video I referenced “How To Measure Your Progress When You Are Older.” Go here to watch. Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel when you get there. Call or text me today at 925-352-4366. We’ll start a conversation. I’ll have you send me a picture and have you fill out a questionnaire. Then, we’ll talk for 10 or 15 minutes. When you’re ready for lasting change,…

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WATCH VIDEO Which are better for older men when they want to build muscle: Heavy or light weights? Maybe somewhere in between is best? I tell which one is better for older men in this video. 𝗙𝗜𝗧𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗘𝗡 AND ONE-ON-ONE TIME WITH ME! Get the SOLUTIONS to your biggest fitness challenges FASTER. One-on-one time with me is the KEY. 90-minute video “The Top 10 Fitness Challenges Older Men Face.” 12 module 11- hour audio coaching experience that breaks down workouts, diet, motivation, the ideal mindset from older men, sustainable structure, winning systems, and more. Go here now.…

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Legs Workout Leg Press – 3 sets – 6 to 8 reps Squats – 2 sets – 6 to 8 reps Stiff Leg Deadlifts – 3 sets – 6 to 8 reps Leg Curls – 2 sets – 6 to 8 reps Calves Standing Calf Raises – 3 sets – 6 to 8 reps Leg Press Calf Raises – 3 sets – 5 to 8 reps Go here to learn more about the Special Coaching Package for Older Men that I talked about at this end of this video. You need help figuring out what’s best for you no matter…

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Chest and Abs Workout Chest Flat Barbell Bench Press – 3 sets – 6 to 8 reps Incline Dumbbell Bench Press – 2 sets – 6 to 8 reps Weighted Dips – 2 sets – 6 to 8 reps Abs Weighted Leg Raises – 2 sets – 12 to 15 reps Weighted Cable Crunches – 1 set – 12 to 15 reps Crunches (weighted) – 1 set – 8 to 10 reps Go here to learn more about the Special Coaching Package for Older Men that I talked about at this end of this video. You need help figuring out…

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