The Jay Ferruggia Show Are Your Best Days Behind You?
Oct 30, 2025
Evan Herndon, also known as E. Reese, joins Jay to tackle listener questions with humor and insight. They discuss critical shifts in mindset, like acting as the person you aspire to be. Jay shares essential exercises for men over 40, as well as strategies to avoid afternoon slumps. They delve into the balance of nostalgia and living in the moment, emphasizing the importance of community. With a focus on discipline and memorable experiences, this conversation is a compelling guide for thriving in midlife and beyond.
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Stage Moment Sparked Lifelong Confidence
- Jay Ferruggia remembers a friend jumping on stage during college orientation and that inspired him to push out of his comfort zone.
- He used that model to
Act Your Way Into New Identity
- Act your way into thinking differently by deciding the best version of yourself and behaving like them immediately.
- Use role models or create a 'character' and practice that energy until it becomes natural.
Essential Lifts For Men Over 40
- Men over 40 should include compound pressing, rows, chin-up variations, loaded carries, squats, hinges, and a single-leg movement in training.
- Choose variations that fit your mobility and anatomy to maintain strength and function.