ARTICLES & INTERVIEWS
Our commitment to delivering tailored fitness programs and education to over 50s has caught the attention of various media outlets.
As a result, we are thrilled to share our journey, successes, and expert insights through featured articles and media appearances.
With this purpose in mind, here you’ll find a collection of our media features, showcasing the impact of our senior exercise programs and the inspiring stories of our members. From magazine articles to interviews and podcasts, we aim to spread the message that it’s never too late to embrace a healthier lifestyle.
Whether you’re looking for practical fitness tips for older adults, success stories, or expert advice, our media spotlight is your go-to resource for all things related to senior fitness and healthy ageing in Sydney.
Dr. Jeff Armstrong, an exercise physiologist, and Heath Jones discuss and share insightful strategies on the crucial difference between longevity and health span and how movement, mindset, and purpose can transform the quality of life for adults aged 50 and over. The central theme of the conversation revolved around shifting the focus from longevity (lifespan, or simply how long a person lives) to health span (the years lived in a state of relative health, mobility, and independence, free from debilitating disease).
Steve Grant from Gym Hub interviews Heath Jones. They shared key insights into building and scaling a fitness business specialising in the over-50s market. Ultimately, the interview highlights the power of specialising in an underserved market and the critical role of strong community building and streamlined operations in achieving business growth and resilience, even in the face of major challenges like a global pandemic.
Lily Patrascu and Heath Jones discuss focusing on the blueprint for staying mobile, strong, and resilient, especially when dealing with chronic pain. The conversation provides a holistic approach to lifelong activity, covering physical exercise, mental health, and nutrition. The primary message is that everyone, regardless of age or chronic pain, can and should move their body daily, starting small—like eating an elephant “one bite at a time.”
Joey Pinz and Heath Jones discuss and share insights on overcoming chronic pain through a disciplined approach to health, the difference between losing weight and getting healthy, the importance of structure for freedom in life and business, and the mindset needed to push past self-imposed limitations, especially for people over 50.
Dr. Kiat interviews Heath Jones. The conversation focuses on his philosophy of “aging strong” by debunking the idea that aging necessarily means decline, identifying it instead as “deconditioning” that can be reversed through purposeful movement, strength training, and nutrition.
In this conversation with Dr Nazif, Heath Jones explores his personal journey with injury recovery, the philosophy behind strength training for individuals over 50, and practical strategies for maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle.
In this conversation with JJ Comerford, Heath Jones shares his journey from a high-pressure military career to managing chronic spinal injuries, and how those experiences inspired him to build a community-focused fitness business. He also reflects on his role as an emergency responder during the Bondi terror attack, highlighting the importance of preparation, mental resilience, and the powerful role of community in supporting mental health.
Hosted by Spillo & Pat Blacker, this episode explores men’s mental health through the lens of physical fitness, resilience after trauma, and the importance of social connection. Heath Jones shares his journey from emergency nursing and the Australian Army to overcoming severe back injuries and depression, and how those experiences inspired him to help others through Active & Ageless.
Joining Scott Radovanovich, Heath Jones shares his journey from a physically underdeveloped student to an athlete who overcame severe spinal injuries. Together, they explore functional strength, the “Triad of Health”—exercise, nutrition, and mindset—and why community is essential for helping adults remain active, resilient, and connected as they age.
Dan Henderson interviews Heath Jones about his journey as a fitness entrepreneur who successfully built a multi-location gym brand by defying industry norms and targeting the mature adult market. The discussion details Heath’s strategic pivot toward functional training for longevity, the importance of systemising operations to scale a business, and how he successfully challenged stereotypes about the older demographic’s ability and willingness to pay for premium fitness services.
A special interview featuring Heath Jones, founder of Active & Ageless. In this episode we explore the essentials of training older adults. Whether you're looking to improve balance, increase strength, or stay active and healthy, this episode offers valuable insights.
A podcast interview with Heath Jones, founder of Active and Ageless. In this episode of Fitness Business Secrets, Heath shares practical tips, as well as the lessons he has learned from managing in the fitness industry.
