David Emerson Frost—known to clients as "Koach Dave" or "Frosty"—is a retired Navy Captain, master fitness trainer, champion competitor, and accomplished author dedicated to inspiring professionals to reach their highest potential. After decorated careers in the US Navy and the business world, he founded Well Past Forty LLC to promote wellness and longevity. With his signature active, science-grounded writing style, David equips his readers to build their own "physical bank account" with an added ten-year warranty.
His transformative seminars and keynotes combine practical strategies with compelling storytelling. Drawing on his background as a national and world champion Master's rower, NFPT-certified trainer, and new world record holder for a 24-hour ultra distance in rowing, David's expertise empowers leaders with the tools necessary to drive sustainable success and vitality in an ever-evolving market.
"David's keynote was an absolute game-changer for our executive team. His insights are not only profound but delivered with an authenticity that truly resonates and inspires immediate action."
"David transformed our leadership team's approach to longevity and sustainable success. A must-hire speaker."
"Inspiring, practical, and deeply authentic. Frosty’s message resonated with every tier of our organization."
"His blend of military precision and scientific fitness insight was exactly what our annual retreat needed."
"The 'physical bank account' framework revolutionized how our staff views wellness. Absolutely brilliant."
"David transformed our leadership team's approach to longevity and sustainable success. A must-hire speaker."
"Inspiring, practical, and deeply authentic. Frosty’s message resonated with every tier of our organization."
"His blend of military precision and scientific fitness insight was exactly what our annual retreat needed."
"The 'physical bank account' framework revolutionized how our staff views wellness. Absolutely brilliant."
Trusted by media, coaches, and readers across the nation.
David brings a breath of positive energy to the stage. He has a rare ability to take complex longevity science and turn it into a fun, exciting motivational tool. He doesn’t just talk about health; he provides the ‘experiential enablers’ to actually achieve it.
— Media Review, BookTrib
Working with Dave is like having the expertise of a seasoned trainer and the discipline of a Navy Captain at your disposal. His ‘Engine Room’ philosophy on resilience and trust isn’t just theory—it’s sweat-proven and life-changing for those of us navigating the challenges of aging.
— Functional Fitness Client
Masterful… Dave’s ‘KABOOMER’ approach is the ultimate guide for the modern athlete. He simplifies the science of the human body into actionable steps, proving that your healthspan is the most valuable investment you will ever make.
— Podcast Feature, 40+ Fitness
Featured across 550+ major news networks and affiliates nationwide.
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Professional Book Chapter
Advances in the Technology of Managing People
MagnateView
Interview Feature
Firebird Book Award
KABOOMER Winner — SpeakUp Talk Radio
Podcast Business News Network
with KC Armstrong
GetSetUp.IO
Learning Community Event
The Inspired Choice Podcast
with Caroline Biesalski
Fully Alive Podcast
with Zach Gurick
Aging GreatFULLy
with Holley Kelley
40+ Fitness Podcast
with Allan Minzner
Professional Book Chapter
David contributed to this landmark professional anthology, cementing his authority as a subject-matter expert on human performance, longevity, and functional fitness in the workplace.
A Journey of Resilience and Purpose
An in-depth interview with David Frost, founder and CEO of Well Past Forty LLC, covering his decorated Navy career, his transition to health and wellness, and his philosophy on extending healthspan.
Read the Interview →SpeakUp Talk Radio • October 2021
KABOOMER was recognised as a Firebird Book Award winner in the Fitness category — a testament to David’s groundbreaking approach to helping the 50+ demographic reclaim strength and vitality.
View Award →with KC Armstrong — formerly of the Howard Stern Show
KC Armstrong, one of radio’s most recognisable voices, sat down with David for an in-depth conversation on the PBN Celebrity Show — covering resilience, the Navy mindset, and what it really means to live well past forty.
Megan Fox, Manager — GSU Learning Community
“Thanks again for such a great event — I learned a lot and I know our learners did too. We appreciate your time and effort to help our GSU community!”
— Megan Fox, Manager, GetSetUp
with Caroline Biesalski
“David Emerson Frost doesn’t just talk about fitness; he leads a movement in resilience. His ‘Engine Room’ philosophy — born from his years as a Navy Captain — provides a powerful, science-backed framework for longevity that every high-performer needs to hear. It was an honor to have his inspired wisdom on my show.”
— Caroline Biesalski, Host of the Inspired Informed Podcast
with Zach Gurick
“His bold message: decline is optional. David dives into the startling 13.5-year health span gap in America, unveiling his game-changing ‘Seven S’s’ framework — Strength, Stamina, Stretching, Stability, Sustenance, Stress, and Sleep — and showing how progress, not perfection, can extend your strong-span by 7 to 12 vital years.”
— Zach Gurick, Fully Alive Podcast
with Holley Kelley — Founder, Latter Life Planning Institute
“At Aging GreatFULLy, we promise to never be cookie-cutter, and David Emerson Frost is the ultimate partner in that mission. Dave brings a colossal ‘KaBoom’ of energy to every episode. He has this unique gift for taking ‘sciencey’ concepts and making them simple, actionable, and — most importantly — fun. He’s a brilliant gentleman who truly walks the talk!”
— Holley Kelley, Host of Aging GreatFULLy
with Allan Minzner
“We dove into what it really takes for Gen Xers — and anyone over 40 — to extend not just their lifespan, but their healthspan by training smarter and embracing functional fitness. David broke down his practical framework of moving from ‘decent’ to ‘good’ to ‘great’ when it comes to strength and wellness, and got real about the importance of sleep, nutrition, and recovery.”
— Allan Minzner, Host of 40+ Fitness Podcast
Practical, sweat-tested roadmaps to reclaim your prime years.
The bold new fitness primer delivering a practical, sweat-tested roadmap for Generation X to outlast decline and add years to their lives. Over 200 media placements.
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David's first foundational fitness primer for reclaiming strength and vitality well past forty.
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Are you becoming a burden—or banishing decline for good? David's boldest book yet arms you with the science-backed strategies to outlast aging, protect your independence, and become an inspiration to those who love you most.
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