The Ripped Body Podcast "I just want to look like I train."
Jun 17, 2025
Dive into a captivating fitness journey as a former diesel mechanic shares his quest for a lean and muscular physique while balancing parenting and running a business. Discover the importance of accurate food logging for maintaining diet success, and explore the challenges of weight management post-transformation. The discussion also covers joint health in weightlifting as one ages, body fat's impact on facial appearance, and the unique identity journey of a stay-at-home dad navigating fitness and family life.
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Justin's Stay-at-Home Dad Journey
- Justin shares how switching from a laborious mechanic job to stay-at-home dad was emotionally challenging.
- He struggled with social perceptions but grew to embrace and appreciate his role.
Starting Beachbody Workouts
- Justin describes starting Beachbody workouts which are intensive home workouts for beginners.
- They helped him get lean but were hard on his joints, prompting him eventually to modify his training.
Bulking Fears and Wife's Concerns
- Justin struggled with bulking after leaning down because he worried about losing the visible abs he worked hard for.
- His wife cautioned him against getting too thin, influencing his decision to focus on gaining size.