The Health Fix Podcast

Ep 524: 80 and Fitter than Ever - Meet Ron Beckenfeld


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Ron Beckenfeld is an inspiring 80-year-old fitness enthusiast who defies aging with a lifestyle centered on fitness, nutrition, and supplements. From a high school teen weighing just 103 pounds, dubbed "Bony Beck," to building a muscular physique over 200 pounds, Ron's journey is a testament to determination and consistency. Now boasting 12–15% body fat, Ron stays fit and energized while allowing himself flexibility in his health regimen. He’s also the founder of Superior Source MicroLingual®, known for clean, simple, sublingual supplements.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
  • What a super fit 80-year-old eats to stay energized and strong.
  • The best supplements to counter signs of aging and support muscle retention.
  • Why waking up early can be a game-changer for achieving consistency in life.
  • How reading labels can dramatically improve your health.
  • Ron’s views on testosterone and its role in men's health.
Key Topics Covered in This Episode:

1. From "Bony Beck" to Bodybuilding Inspiration

  • Ron’s transformation began when a stranger mocked his aspirations, telling him he’d never achieve the bodybuilders he admired. This became a lifelong motivator.
  • His current routine includes 500 ab reps per workout session, showcasing incredible discipline.

2. A Super Fit 80-Year-Old’s Diet & Supplement Regimen

  • Ron shares the importance of maintaining muscle mass through a high-protein diet and targeted supplementation.
  • Supplements include 10,000 mcg B12 sublingual tablets (a potent alternative to B12 shots), Keto Collagen, Vitamin D and other carefully chosen clean nutrients from his Superior Source brand.

3. The Power of Consistency & Early Mornings

  • Decades of waking up at 4 AM have ingrained a structure in Ron's life, enabling his success in both fitness and business.
  • Consistent habits, like label-reading and intentional eating, help him counteract the signs of aging.

4. Lessons from Legends: Jack LaLanne’s Influence

  • Jack LaLanne, fitness pioneer and inventor of the leg extension machine, is one of Ron's heroes, underscoring the value of innovative exercise methods.

5. Testosterone & Aging

  • Ron shares why he advocates for microdosing testosterone for men as a tool to maintain vitality and physical health.
Resources From the Show:
  • Superior Source Vitamins: Learn more about Ron’s sublingual supplements at superiorsourcevitamins.com.

 

Tune in to hear Ron’s incredible journey and pick up actionable tips to fuel your own vitality and longevity!

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