You’re the Youngest You’ll Ever Be: Start Now

In this episode of Age of Lions, Mark sits down with functional health coach Chris DeHollander to talk about what it really takes to age with strength, energy, and purpose. Chris shares her personal story—from growing up in a deaf household and becoming a lifelong “figure it out” problem-solver, to teaching fitness for decades and ultimately building a thriving coaching platform that helps midlife women reclaim vitality.

Together, they unpack the mindset shift that happens in the second half of life: moving from hustle and achievement to presence, peace, and intentional living. Chris breaks down two of the biggest non-negotiables for aging well—protein and strength training—and explains why the goal isn’t “looking better,” but building the health needed to live out God’s calling with momentum. If you’ve felt stuck, tired, or tempted to settle into “this is just what getting older feels like,” this conversation will challenge you (in a good way) to start small, get uncomfortable, and step into your next season with confidence.

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In this episode of Age of Lions, Mark Clement sits down with Frank Schwartz—President of F3 Nation (known in the group as “Dark Helmet”)—to talk about the surprising thing happening in parks before sunrise all over the world: men gathering for free, outdoor workouts… and walking away with far more than fitness.

If you’ve never heard of F3, don’t worry—Frank breaks it down simply: Fitness, Fellowship, and Faith. What starts as “just a workout” quickly becomes a proving ground for discipline, brotherhood, and purpose. Frank explains F3’s countercultural principles—always free, open to all men, outdoors rain or shine, leadership that rotates, and ending every workout in a “Circle of Trust”—a moment where men share burdens, encourage one another, and remember they’re not meant to do life alone.

While F3 is a men-only organization, the conversation goes far beyond men’s fitness. The principles Frank and Mark unpack—shared struggle, community, service, faith, and living with purpose—apply just as powerfully to women and men alike, especially for anyone navigating the second half of life with intention.

From there, the conversation turns to what this show is really about: aging with intention. Mark shares how his own involvement in F3 has been a major catalyst in his personal transformation—nearly 30 pounds down since July, stronger, more energized, and more confident—and why physical strength isn’t vanity, it’s stewardship for the life God is calling you to live. Frank opens up about his wake-up call near 40, the mindset shift that changed everything, and how purpose in the second half of life isn’t something you invent—it’s something you uncover.

Whether you’re 25, 55, or somewhere in between, this episode is a challenge to stop “camping” at the false summit—and start walking toward the next mountain with purpose, community, and courage.

We made it to episode 25, and true to her word, the amazing Jinda Clement is our special guest. Leaning into the season, Jinda and Mark have a fun and helpful conversation about setting goals for a new year - but NOT THE WAY you might be thinking. Listen in for some real talk about this crazy season of life (50+, adult kids, weddings, grandkids, going back to school, etc.) and what it actually takes to work together for common goals led by the Holy Spirit.