About this episode
If Someone Wants to Go from Dad Bod to Fit at 40, What Are the First 7 Steps They Should Take? If someone wants to go from dad bod to fit at 40, what are the first 7 steps they should take? #1 - Lift weights. (1:08) #2 - Eat ONLY real food. (6:11) #3 - Eat protein first. (8:20) #4 - Eat veggies second for every meal. (13:18) #5 - Get consistent sleep. (16:37) #6 - Check hormones. (19:38) #7 - Ignore scale and mirror, focus on health and performance. (23:25) Questions (Diet, Training, & Lifestyle): How do I build a simple meal plan that helps me lose fat without feeling like I'm starving all the time? (26:06) Do I need to completely cut out beer and junk food, or is there a way to enjoy them in moderation? (29:32) What's the best workout plan for someone in their 40s who hasn't exercised regularly in years? (32:50) How often should I train each week to lose fat and build muscle without overdoing it? (34:31) Should I be lifting heavy weights at 40, or is it safer to stick with bodyweight exercises? (36:06) I feel stiff and sore after workouts. How can I improve my recovery and flexibility at this age? (38:28) How do I stay consistent with my fitness goals when work and family responsibilities take up most of my time? (40:29) What's the best way to involve my family in this fitness journey so I don't feel like I'm doing it alone? (43:29) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Transcend for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! February Promotion: MAPS Anabolic & No B.S. 6-Pack ** We are offering them both for the low price of $59.99, which is a savings of $114! ** Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #2437: What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Ultra-Processed Foods for 30 Days Mind Pump #2450: The Smartest Way to Use Protein to Burn Fat & Build Muscle Use the 3-2-1 Formula for Best Sleep Results | Cabral Concept 2526 Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Mind Pump #2235: Ten Tips for a Leaner, Fitter Body After Age 40 Mind Pump #2402: The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat than Running & How to Do it Correctly) Why Your Tempo Matters When You Workout! – Mind Pump TV Sore muscles…what does it mean? – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #2312: Five Steps to Bounce Back From Overtraining Mind Pump #2112: Is 15 Minutes Enough Time for an Effective Workout? Mind Pump #2152: How to Convince Friends & Family to Work Out Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Stephen Cabral ( @stephencabral ) Instagram Dr. William Seeds ( @williamseedsmd ) Instagram