
Lee Hayward's Total Fitness Bodybuilding
Welcome to the Total Fitness Bodybuilding Podcast with Lee Hayward and Jeff Samataro. Since 1997 Lee Hayward's Total Fitness Bodybuilding has been online helping guys to build muscle, lose fat, and become the best version of themselves.
The goal of this podcast is to provide you with real world practical fitness and nutrition advice to look your best, improve your health, and feel confident in your own skin so you can live life to the fullest without having your body holding you back from doing the things you want to do.
Latest episodes

Jul 16, 2025 • 1h 41min
The Truth About TRT & Hormone Replacement Therapy
In this episode of the Total Fitness Bodybuilding Podcast we dive deep into the truth about testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) - busting myths, sharing real experiences, and setting the record straight.
My coaching student Mike Brown opens up about his personal journey with TRT, the strict medical oversight involved, and why hormones alone won't get you jacked without implementing proper diet, training, and lifestyle choices.
We also discuss:
✅ How hard work still beats shortcuts — even with hormone support.
✅ How to lead your family into healthy fitness and nutrition habits without forcing it.
✅ Balancing real life with your bodybuilding and fitness goals.
✅ Effective meal prep strategies and dealing with food cravings in real world situations.
✅ Long-term goal setting, staying motivated, and respecting the process.
Whether you're navigating TRT, trying to build sustainable habits, or simply want real talk about fitness, nutrition, and mindset — this episode brings honest conversations from real people who are walking the walk.
💪 Want to learn more about the Muscle After 40 Blueprint Coaching Program? You can download a FREE Copy of the Muscle After 40 Blueprint PDF Brochure at:
https://leehayward.com/blog/muscle-after-40
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Got questions or inquires about coaching, email:
Lee@LeeHayward.com

Jun 25, 2025 • 1h 7min
Strong for Life: Sustainable Fitness for Men Over 40
In this insightful discussion, fitness coach Tom Mouland, known as Tom The Trainer, shares his expertise on sustainable fitness for men over 40. He emphasizes that true health isn't about extreme diets but finding balance and longevity. They debunk common myths about quick fixes like keto and intermittent fasting, advocating instead for realistic workout and dietary strategies. Listeners learn how to lose fat without starving, build muscle efficiently, and enjoy life while getting fit. It's a refreshing take on maintaining health through smart, sustainable practices.

Jun 4, 2025 • 1h 22min
The Inner Game of Fitness: Mastering Motivation Beyond the Gym
Getting in shape isn't just about sets, reps, or macros - it's about mastering your mindset.
In this episode of the Total Fitness Bodybuilding Lee Hayward and Jeff Samataro dive deep into the mental side of fitness and nutrition. Whether you're struggling to stay consistent, feeling burned out, or just can't seem to get motivated to workout, this podcast will help you break through the mental barriers that are holding you back.
This podcast explores the real reasons people fall off track - and what it takes to stay committed long term.
You'll learn how to:
✅ Build unshakable discipline
✅ Overcome excuses and mental roadblocks
✅ Stay focused when motivation fades
✅ Create a lifestyle that supports lasting results
This is your guide to showing up when you don’t feel like it — and becoming the kind of person who doesn’t quit.
Because fitness isn't just a physical game... it's a mental one.
💪 Want to learn more about the Muscle After 40 Blueprint Coaching Program? You can download a FREE Copy of the Muscle After 40 Blueprint PDF Brochure at: https://leehayward.com/blog/muscle-after-40
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Got questions or inquires about coaching, email:
Lee@LeeHayward.com

May 22, 2025 • 1h 37min
Maximize Muscle After 40: Advanced Tips for Real Progress
Want to know the secrets to building muscle fast after 40? In this episode of the Total Fitness Bodybuilding Podcast we'll reveal proven strategies to help you achieve your fitness goals and get the body you've always wanted. From nutrition and exercise to mindset and recovery, we'll cover it all.
In this exclusive Zoom coaching call, I sit down with some of my Muscle After 40 Blueprint coaching students to dive deep into advanced training and nutrition strategies for men over 40 who are beyond the beginner phase.
We cover what it really takes to build lean muscle, boost performance, and stay consistent after your first year of lifting. If you've been training for a while and feel stuck or want to push to the next level - this is for you.
🔑 Topics include:
✅ Progressive overload beyond beginner routines
✅ Nutrition tweaks for lean mass gains
✅ How to train smarter (not longer) over 40
✅ Managing recovery and preventing burnout
💪 Want to learn more about the Muscle After 40 Blueprint Coaching Program? You can download a FREE Copy of the Muscle After 40 Blueprint PDF Brochure at: https://leehayward.com/blog/muscle-after-40
References:
"Unlock Your HIDDEN STRENGTH with Advanced Training Methods" podcast with Nick Nilsson at:
https://youtu.be/wPwoC6CNAD0?si=mwVzjmgRGv7xG0R1
"How Derek Raymond Lost 44 Pounds - Weight Loss Success Story"
https://youtu.be/wPwoC6CNAD0?si=mwVzjmgRGv7xG0R1
"Can You Build Muscle After 50? - Mike Brown's "Before & After" Body Transformation - Fat to Ripped"
https://youtu.be/R_sbmlZDRRw?si=KNYayixkJalhj9Tj
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Got questions or inquires about coaching, email:
Lee@LeeHayward.com

May 5, 2025 • 1h 21min
Progressing Your Workouts From Beginner to ADVANCED
Want to get fit fast and transform your body from beginner to advanced? If so, this podcast is for you! Learn proven fitness strategies to boost your strength, stamina, and build a lean muscular physique.
Discover the most effective workouts, exercises, and training tips to help you progress quickly and safely so you can reach your fitness goals. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced athlete, this podcast will provide you with time tested and proven strategies to take your fitness journey to the next level. So, what are you waiting for? Press play and start your fitness transformation today!
Download a Free Copy of my Muscle After 40 Blueprint PDF. This is the exact system that I used to lose my gut and get back in shape after I became a father in my 40's: https://leehayward.com/blog/muscle-after-40
If you have any questions, you can e-mail:
lee@leehayward.com

Apr 16, 2025 • 43min
I'm Eating Healthy But NOT Losing Weight - Why?
Are you eating healthy but still not seeing the weight loss results you want?
You're not alone! It's very common for guys to exercise and eat a healthy diet, but still struggle to lose weight despite their best efforts.
In this episode of the Total Fitness Bodybuilding Podcast, we'll explore the most common mistakes that guys make when following a weight loss diet plan that are preventing them from reaching their weight loss goals.
From hidden calorie traps with healthy foods, to over estimating how many calories you're burning over the long term, we'll dive into the surprising reasons why your healthy diet isn't helping you to lose weight. And the simple action steps that you can start taking today to finally get the results you deserve.
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If you would like to learn more about One-On-One Coaching and Personalized Fitness and Nutrition programs, just go to:
https://www.leehayward.com/video
If you have any questions, you can e-mail:
lee@leehayward.com

Apr 2, 2025 • 1h 53min
My 886 Pound Life - Mark's Extreme Weight Loss Journey
Losing weight can be a lifelong struggle, and no body knows about that more than Mark King. At his heaviest he was 886 pounds, and how he knew his exact weight was because the hospital literally had to take him to the zoo and use the scales that they have there for the animals.
That was a few years ago, but since then Mark has lost an astonishing 363 pounds and is still moving and grooving towards losing even more weight and reclaiming his health and fitness.
In this podcast interview Mark share's his incredible weight loss journey, from the struggles he faced early in childhood that caused him to go down the road of extreme obesity. To hitting his rock bottom. And now coming out the other side as a better person, and sharing his story to help inspire others who are struggling with their weight.
This podcast goes beyond the normal diet and exercise advice that you've heard before. When you're mega fat like mark, you can't just rely on counting calories, tracking macros, and getting 10,000 steps per day. That Approach Does NOT Work for Really BIG People.
In this podcast we're going to reveal the truth behind achieving an extreme weight loss transformation. So if you're at rock bottom and feel like there's no hope to turn things around, then this podcast is for you. Get ready to be inspired and motivated to take control of your own weight loss journey!
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If you would like to learn more about One-On-One Coaching and Personalized Fitness and Nutrition programs, just go to:
https://www.leehayward.com/video
If you have any questions, you can e-mail:
lee@leehayward.com

Mar 26, 2025 • 1h 5min
Get LEAN For Summer - Feel Confident In Your Own Skin
Get ready to shine this summer with our step-by-step fat loss plan. This is PART 2 of our Get Lean For Summer podcast series. In this episode Lee Hayward and Jeff Samataro share their best exercises, workout routines, and fat loss nutrition tips that will help you strip off that stubborn belly fat and get visible six pack abs for summer.
Whether you're a fitness beginner or a seasoned athlete who's looking to take things to the next level. This podcast is packed with actionable tips and tactics that will help you reach your weight loss goals and rock that beach bod with confidence.
If you would like to learn more about the Muscle After 40 Blueprint Coaching Program, just go to:
https://www.leehayward.com/video
If you have any questions, you can e-mail:
lee@leehayward.com

Feb 28, 2025 • 1h 2min
Get RIPPED for SUMMER - The Truth About Fast Fat Loss.
How To Get Ripped For Summer... In this podcast Lee Hayward and Jeff Samataro will share the ultimate guide on how to lose body fat and achieve a lean muscular physique quickly and sustainably.
From effective diet plans to intense workout routines, we'll cover it all to help you burn that stubborn belly fat and get the ripped beach body you've always wanted.
Whether you're a fitness beginner or a seasoned athlete who's looking to take things to the next level. This podcast is packed with actionable tips and tactics that will help you reach your weight loss goals and rock that beach bod with confidence.
If you want to get ripped for summer, you need to start sooner than later, so let's get to it...
If you would like to learn more about the Muscle After 40 Blueprint Coaching Program, just go to:
https://www.leehayward.com/video
If you have any questions, you can e-mail:
lee@leehayward.com

Feb 21, 2025 • 30min
Should ADVANCED Lifters Still Train with Progressive Overload?
Progressive Overload is the foundation of strength training. And when you're brand new it's easy to add an extra 5 pounds to a lift, or pump out an extra rep per set, etc. But as you become more advanced those 5 pound jumps in weight become harder and harder to make. And a lot of times guys end up getting injured when trying to increase the weight from week to week.
In this video, we explore another variation of progressive overload for advanced lifters. This goes totally against what you've probably been doing, but it can help you break through plateaus, and do so while preventing injury in the process.
Whether you're a powerlifter, bodybuilder, or just a hardcore fitness enthusiast who's looking to get stronger, this podcast will help you understand how to better use progressive overload and steady state strength training in your fitness journey.
If you would like to learn more about the Muscle After 40 Blueprint Coaching Program, just go to:
https://www.leehayward.com/video
If you have any questions, you can e-mail:
lee@leehayward.com
Download a Free Copy of my Muscle After 40 Blueprint PDF. This is the exact system that I used to lose my gut and get back in shape after I became a father in my 40's:
https://leehayward.com/blog/muscle-after-40