The FIT40 Podcast

DESCRIPTIONIf fat loss feels harder than it used to, you’re not crazy. And you’re definitely not broken. In this episode, I break down exactly why weight loss feels so much more frustrating after 40, from hormones and stress to sleep, daily movement, and calorie balance. We’ll clear up common myths about metabolism, explain why the old “cut carbs and do more cardio” approach stops working, and walk through what actually drives sustainable fat loss at this stage of life — without crash dieting or burning yourself out.FIT40 LINKS✅ Feeling low on energy and out of shape but short on time?👉 Get the FIT40 Starter Kit here and start with short workouts and simple nutrition: https://fit40coaching.com/starterkit✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track?👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Discovery Call: https://fit40coaching.com/discoverycallAFFILIATE LINKS:Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40CONNECT WITH ME ONLINEFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmonsInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

DESCRIPTIONIn this episode of the FIT40 Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Ashley Dwyer to break down the new nutrition guidelines and why they’re confusing so many women over 40. We talk protein needs, fiber intake, gut health, saturated fat, carbs, and the rise of nutrition misinformation online. Ashley explains what actually matters for fat loss, heart health, and digestion after 40, why extreme diets backfire, and how to build a realistic, evidence-based approach that fits busy real life. If you’re tired of conflicting advice and want clarity without extremes, this episode is a must-listen.HOW TO FIND DR DWYERInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dwyerFIT40 LINKS✅ Feeling low on energy and out of shape but short on time?👉 Get the FIT40 Starter Kit here and start with short workouts and simple nutrition: https://fit40coaching.com/starterkit✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track?👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Discovery Call: https://fit40coaching.com/discoverycallAFFILIATE LINKS:Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40CONNECT WITH ME ONLINEFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmonsInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

Youtube Warmup VideosBodyweight Warmup: Kettlebell Warmup: DESCRIPTIONIn this episode of the FIT40 Podcast, I break down a common debate I hear all the time… are warm-ups a waste of time? If you’re a busy parent over 40 who wants to stay strong, avoid injuries, and make the most of your workouts, this episode is for you. We talk about why skipping warm-ups eventually backfires, why doing too much is just as bad, and exactly how to find the middle ground with a simple, effective warm-up that prepares your body for real life, not just the gym.FIT40 LINKS✅ Feeling low on energy and out of shape but short on time?👉 Get the FIT40 Starter Kit here and start with short workouts and simple nutrition: https://fit40coaching.com/starterkit✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track?👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Discovery Call: https://fit40coaching.com/discoverycallAFFILIATE LINKS:Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40CONNECT WITH ME ONLINEFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmonsInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

DESCRIPTIONIn this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I break down one of the most unexpected but powerful comparisons I’ve seen in years… dog training and weight loss after 40. While training my new puppy, Teddy, I started noticing the exact same behavior change principles that determine whether people succeed or fail with fitness, nutrition, and consistency. We talk about why too much freedom sabotages progress, how positive reinforcement actually locks habits in for life, and what to do when motivation disappears and things get hard. If you’ve ever felt like you “know what to do” but can’t seem to stick with it, this episode will flip the way you think about weight loss for good.FIT40 LINKS✅ Feeling low on energy and out of shape but short on time?👉 Get the FIT40 Starter Kit here and start with short workouts and simple nutrition: https://fit40coaching.com/starterkit✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track?👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Discovery Call: https://fit40coaching.com/discoverycallAFFILIATE LINKS:Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40CONNECT WITH ME ONLINEFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmonsInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

DESCRIPTIONIn this episode of the Fit 40 Podcast, I break down why my client Amy gained 15 pounds over the past couple months — and why it’s actually a huge win for her health, strength, and metabolism. We talk about why weight gain isn’t always fat gain, how muscle, water retention, glycogen, and inflammation all affect the scale, and why women in perimenopause and menopause need better markers than just body weight. If you’ve ever stepped on the scale after a busy or indulgent season and felt defeated, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening in your body and how to keep your head on straight so you can stay consistent and confident long term.FIT40 LINKS✅ Feeling low on energy and out of shape but short on time?👉 Get the FIT40 Starter Kit here and start with short workouts and simple nutrition: https://fit40coaching.com/starterkit✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track?👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Discovery Call: https://fit40coaching.com/discoverycallAFFILIATE LINKS:Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40CONNECT WITH ME ONLINEFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmonsInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

DESCRIPTIONIn this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I break down exactly how to build muscle after the age of 40 without spending endless hours in the gym or destroying your joints. We cover why muscle matters more than ever for fat loss, energy, joint health, and long-term results, plus the real keys to muscle growth like mechanical tension, progressive overload, training volume, recovery, and sleep. If you’re a busy parent who wants to get stronger, look more toned, and feel better in your body without extreme workouts, this episode gives you a clear, realistic roadmap you can actually stick to.FIT40 LINKS✅ Feeling low on energy and out of shape but short on time?👉 Get the FIT40 Starter Kit here and start with short workouts and simple nutrition: https://fit40coaching.com/starterkit✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track?👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Discovery Call: https://fit40coaching.com/discoverycallAFFILIATE LINKS:Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40CONNECT WITH ME ONLINEFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmonsInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

DESCRIPTIONIn this episode of the FIT40 Podcast, I break down how to create the perfect diet for you — without following restrictive fad diets that never last. We dive into why named diets fail, the core principles that actually drive fat loss after 40, and how to build a plan around calorie balance, nutrient-dense foods, structure, and enjoyment. If you’re tired of being boxed into rules that don’t fit your life and want a realistic approach you can stick with, this episode will give you clarity and a smarter path forward.CHATGPT PROMPTGive me 3 very simple meal options for breakfast, 3 for lunch & 3 for dinner based on the preferences listed below that has 30g of protein, 5g of fiber and a fruit or vegetable included that is around 500 calories.Include recipes and grocery list.FIT40 LINKS✅ Feeling low on energy and out of shape but short on time?👉 Get the FIT40 Starter Kit here and start with short workouts and simple nutrition: https://fit40coaching.com/starterkit✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track?👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Discovery Call: https://fit40coaching.com/discoverycallAFFILIATE LINKS:Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40Get 10% Off The Genius Protein Shot: https://www.geniusshot.com/?ref=BRYAN_FIT40&transaction_id=10214dd14c839e450a4423af7b1f8eCONNECT WITH ME ONLINEFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmonsInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

DESCRIPTIONIn this episode of the FIT40 Podcast, I break down the top five fitness and nutrition mistakes I see busy adults over 40 make every single year when trying to “get back on track.” From relying on cardio alone to doing way too much too fast, we talk about why these approaches fail and what actually works if your goal is fat loss, strength, energy, and long-term results. If you’re heading into 2026 determined not to repeat the same cycle again, this episode will help you build a smarter, more sustainable plan that fits real life.FIT40 LINKS✅ Feeling low on energy and out of shape but short on time?👉 Get the FIT40 Starter Kit here and start with short workouts and simple nutrition: https://fit40coaching.com/starterkit✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track?👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Coaching Consultation: https://fit40coaching.com/coachingconsultationAFFILIATE LINKS:Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40Get 10% Off The Genius Protein Shot: https://www.geniusshot.com/?ref=BRYAN_FIT40&transaction_id=10214dd14c839e450a4423af7b1f8eCONNECT WITH ME ONLINEFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmonsInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

DESCRIPTIONComing off the holidays feeling sluggish, bloated, or off track? In this episode, I walk you through my simple 7-day reset designed specifically for busy adults over 40 who want to feel better without detoxes, cleanses, or extreme plans. We’ll cover how to reintroduce daily movement in a realistic way, why 20 minutes a day is enough to build momentum, and how to simplify nutrition using my Protein, Fiber, Color method so you can stabilize energy, control hunger, and get back into a routine that actually sticks. This is the exact reset I use myself and coach clients through every year to kickstart consistency and confidence after the holidays.FIT40 LINKS✅ Feeling low on energy and out of shape but short on time?👉 Get the FIT40 Starter Kit here and start with short workouts and simple nutrition: https://fit40coaching.com/starterkit✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track?👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Coaching Consultation: https://fit40coaching.com/coachingconsultationAFFILIATE LINKS:Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40Get 10% Off The Genius Protein Shot: https://www.geniusshot.com/?ref=BRYAN_FIT40&transaction_id=10214dd14c839e450a4423af7b1f8eCONNECT WITH ME ONLINEFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmonsInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

DESCRIPTIONIn this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I break down another round of “BS or Nah” straight from our weekly FIT40 client call. We cover some of the most common questions I hear this time of year… Can you build muscle on protein shakes alone? Do carbs actually matter after 40? Is it normal to feel ravenous hunger after workouts? And does being cold really mean you need to eat more? I explain what’s actually happening inside your body, how insulin resistance really works, and what busy adults over 40 should focus on to build muscle, improve energy, and stop spinning their wheels with nutrition.FIT40 LINKS✅ Feeling stiff, achy, or low on energy?👉 Try the FREE Core 4 Mobility & Metabolism Reset — just 4 minutes a day to move better and feel amazing: https://fit40coaching.com/core4reset✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track?👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Coaching Consultation: https://fit40coaching.com/coachingconsultationAFFILIATE LINKS:Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40Get 10% Off The Genius Protein Shot: https://www.geniusshot.com/?ref=BRYAN_FIT40&transaction_id=10214dd14c839e450a4423af7b1f8eCONNECT WITH ME ONLINEFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmonsInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com