100 Not Out

In this episode, the conversation gets personal. Marcus opens up about his experience with scoliosis - both in himself and his daughter - and reflects on the ongoing balance between rehabilitation, strength, and self-care. Together, the hosts explore how to prioritize different areas of health and wellness when time and energy are limited, the significance of addressing small issues before they grow, and how even short daily habits can have a big impact. Using vivid analogies and real-life stories, they remind listeners that maintenance and prevention are the true keys to living a vibrant, healthy life—no matter your age.

 

In other news, we are running FOUR Longevity Experiences this year. 

Sardinia July 16-22

Ikaria September 8-14

Sardinia September 16-22

Okinawa October 17-23

For details, availability and to apply to join us go to www.100notout.com

 

04:26 Importance of proper rehab

06:35 Importance of muscle rehabilitation

12:14 Overcoming pain struggles

15:47 Discussing recurring body dysfunctions

20:57 Always keeping the petrol tank full

What does it mean to embrace risk as we get older? From long-haul travel to the stories of our recent guest Chris Hobson - who has run over a hundred marathons post-retirement— and lessons from longevity legends like Sister Madonna Buder, we dive deep into the importance of not letting fear or "playing it safe" shrink your world. 

 

Whether it's keeping the spark alive with coffee, wine, and chocolate, or staying strong enough to climb ladders and chase new adventures, this episode challenges the stereotype of aging and encourages you to add more to life, not subtract. As always, get ready to be inspired to make the rest of your life the best of your life!

 

We are running FOUR Longevity Experiences this year. 

Sardinia July 16-22

Ikaria September 8-14

Sardinia September 16-22

Okinawa October 17-23

For availability and to apply to join us go to www.100notout.com

 

03:32 Balancing risk with playing safe

09:13 Maintaining habits to avoid decline

12:44 Embracing urgency with age

14:15 Improving strength and balance

Photo by Kamil Pietrzak on Unsplash

Today we meet a woman who completely rewrote the script on ageing.

 

After retiring from her career as a school headteacher at age 60, Chris Hobson didn’t slow down — she sped up. What began as a commitment to get healthier in retirement turned into a decade-long adventure that saw her complete more than 100 marathons across all seven continents.

 

And at 69 years old, Chris achieved something extraordinary: completing the Antarctic Ice Marathon in temperatures colder than most freezers, becoming the oldest woman to finish the event.

 

But this conversation isn’t just about endurance, medals or marathon times. It’s about identity after retirement, challenging society’s expectations of older women, and proving that our later decades can become some of the boldest, most adventurous and purpose-filled years of our lives.

 

For more on Chris see her on Instagram

 

For more on our Blue Zone Longevity Experiences, click here for Sardinia and here for Ikaria. Email marcus@marcuspearce.com.au to find out more about Okinawa. 

 

00:40 Discovering the 100 marathons club

04:03 Joining the running club

11:21 Becoming marathon tourists

15:39 Discussing nutrition and longevity

19:29 Running progress over a week

23:48 Starting on TikTok with granddaughter

27:19 Age diversity in audience interest

Today’s guest is Ken Harris - a former chef whose career in hospitality began back in 1971, when becoming a chef in Australia was far from the glamorous or popular career path it can seem today. Over decades in the kitchen, Ken worked with people from all over the world, built a long career in hospitality, and worked in places including the Hyatt at Sydney’s Kings Cross and the Hilton Hotel. 



But retirement didn’t mean stepping away from purpose.



After moving with his wife into AVEO’s Shortland Waters village during the COVID years, Ken noticed something important: many people entering retirement lacked confidence in the kitchen, and with that came questions about independence, health, connection, and even identity. What started as a small men’s cooking group in 2021 soon evolved into regular community dinners for dozens of residents — creating not just meals, but friendships, belonging, and purpose.



Now, through his writing and community work, Ken is helping older Australians build confidence in the kitchen and rethink what ageing well can look like — one meal, one conversation, and one shared table at a time.



Find Ken’s recipes and more info at https://seniorsinthekitchen.com/



06:02 Starting a men's cooking group



13:55 How Cooking fosters community 



19:51 Adjusting to retirement cooking routine



21:26 Discussing Ken's passion for cooking



24:46 Preparing a delicious appetizerFor more on 100 Not Out go to www.100notout.com

Today Marcus shares his recent experience with strength training, nutrition changes, and his very first DEXA scan. We then put the spotlight on Damo as we ask him everything around body fat percentage, bone density, metabolic rate, and the often-overlooked dangers of visceral fat. 

Damo provides his expert insights on measuring health progress, the impact of macronutrients, and why sustainable change matters more than short-term results. Whether you’re curious about body composition metrics or just looking for practical tips to optimize your health as you age, this episode is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and as always a touch of attempted humour.

05:40 Measuring body composition results
08:31 Using DEXA for body metrics
11:00 Understanding body changes with age
15:35 Tips for improving bone health
16:26 Tips for maintaining muscle health
20:20 Cutting out carbs during the week
24:33 Balancing macronutrients for weight gain
27:24 Managing diet and exercise balance
30:34 Discussing diet and aging