Health decline in aviation is common, and most pilots don't notice until it becomes an issue during their medical.
In this episode, I sit down with commercial pilot and pilot fitness coach Josh Ageeb to talk about the biggest health risks facing aviation professionals today.
We break down the slow creep of fatigue, weight gain, and burnout, and why losing your medical is often the result of small habits compounded over time, not one catastrophic event.
We talk about:
- Why 8 hours of sleep doesn’t mean you’re actually recovered
- The downward spiral of fatigue and caffeine dependence
- Why you don’t need to be 10% body fat to perform at a high level
- The connection between physical health and cognitive performance
- Why accountability is the missing piece for most pilots
- The ego problem that keeps pilots stuck
- How small habits compound into career longevity
If you're just starting your aviation journey and want to develop habits for the long haul, or are approaching the end of an illustrious career and want to maintain your medical through retirement, this episode is for you.
