

The Over 40 Alpha Podcast
Funk Roberts
Welcome to the Over 40 Alpha Podcast with your host Funk Roberts. In this podcast, we discuss everything about health and fitness for the man in his 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond. The goal is to help every man over 40, including you, to be in the best physical shape and health of your life. Each week, I will discuss topics like best workouts, nutrition, recovery, mindset, increasing testosterone, balancing hormones, health, life lessons, and how to become an Over 40 Alpha. This podcast will have frequent guests—doctors, specialists, fitness professionals, trainers, life coaches and more. Join Funk Roberts on your journey to become the ultimate Over 40 Alpha!
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Aug 2, 2025 • 1h 13min
Episode 179 - The Truth About Stem Cells, Recovery, and Anti-Aging That Most Men Never Hear About
No pill, surgery, or supplement can do what regenerative stem cells are doing for recovery, inflammation, and aging right now.I brought on Dr. Joy Kong, one of the most respected experts in stem cell therapy, a triple board-certified anti-aging doctor, and founder of Chara Health, to have this conversation every man over 40 needs to hear. She’s training doctors worldwide and has been named Stem Cell Doctor of the Year.We talked about what stem cells are, why your body stops healing the way it used to, and what options we now have to regain energy, brain sharpness, libido, and joint strength without drugs or invasive procedures.This might be the episode that gives you your edge back.Enjoy the episode.Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Platform:https://over40alphapodcast.com/ Subscribe and Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6LbGE6ySH5VlIQ8LosKpVG Subscribe and Listen on iTunes:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Timestamps:00:00 - Intro06:10 - What are stem cells?10:17 - Why stem cells are crucial as you get older14:24 - Connection between stem cells and your immune system17:24 - Can you naturally increase your own stem cells?20:59 - Can stem cells help with cancer?23:22 - Why you need to pay attention to stem cells29:11 - Why most doctors are way behind on stem cell therapy33:36 - Best sources of stem cells (and which ones to avoid)45:43 - What it’s like to get stem cell therapy52:36 - How long results last and how often you should go56:07 - The most common reasons older men get stem cell therapy58:03 - How much does stem cell therapy actually cost?1:01:50 - Dr. Joy’s CharaOmni skincare innovationJOIN THE BROTHERHOODIf you're over 40 and ready to reclaim your strength, confidence, and purpose, this is your tribe.✅ Built for men 40+✅ Strength-based workouts + simple, flexible nutrition✅ Real coaching. Real accountability. Real community.Start your transformation today for just $1: https://www.over40alpha.com Your support of the Over 40 Alpha Podcast helps change lives—one man, one rep, one transformation at a time.Please Review and Share the Podcast:Leave a 5-star review here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Connect with Dr. Joy Kong:- Website: https://www.charahealth.com/ - Website: https://joykongmd.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_joy_kong/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoy/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joykongmd Connect with Funk Roberts:- Website: https://www.over40alpha.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness - Funk’s Book: www.over40meals.com

Jul 26, 2025 • 1h 21min
Episode 178 - Legacy Series: The Underground Strength Blueprint, Raw Training Lessons, and the Real Story Behind the Rise of Zach Even - Esh
Sleep deeper, recover faster, and burn fat overnight—use code FUNK10 now at https://funksupplementshop.com/ The fitness world today feels polished and perfect, but real strength was forged in garages with rusty weights and a warrior mindset. That raw, underground power is what built legends.I sat down with Zach Even - Esh, a true icon, the founder of The Underground Strength Gym, and one of the OGs who laid the foundation for the raw, garage-style training that changed the game.While most gyms were getting softer, Zach Even - Esh was welding the bars himself, dragging radiators through alleys, and flipping tires caked in grease, on purpose.This episode takes us right to the raw roots of the underground strength movement. We’re talking stone-lifting, backyard beatdowns, and no-BS coaching that built unshakable toughness in athletes… and in life.You’ll hear how Zach helped shape one of the most authentic eras in strength history, and why his style still hits harder today than ever before.This one is for the coaches, creators, and anyone who believes hard work should hurt a little.Enjoy the episode.Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Platform:https://over40alphapodcast.com/ Subscribe and Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6LbGE6ySH5VlIQ8LosKpVG Subscribe and Listen on iTunes:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction06:18 - The bodybuilding origin story and training in the 80s and 90s14:02 - Transition to Underground Strength movement18:12 - The "idiot" feedback on unconventional training methods29:00 - Building the Underground Strength Gym33:28 - Learning online business and creating the first eBook38:46 - Making $1000 a day online in the golden era45:07 - The rise and fall of affiliate marketing and ClickBank55:14 - The value of structured programs57:22 - His #1 program and why it still hits1:03:47 - The "Wu-Tang Clan" of fitness1:07:35 - Connections with Joe DeFranco and Smitty Diesel1:14:36 - Honoring the pioneers who shaped underground fitnessThis Episode Is Part of Our Legacy SeriesWe’re honoring the ones who did it before the hashtags.The ones who trained before content was a thing.Zach Even - Esh isn’t just a pioneer; he’s the underground pulse that still fuels real training today. He built strength. He built character. He built a movement.JOIN THE BROTHERHOODIf you're over 40 and ready to reclaim your strength, confidence, and purpose, this is your tribe.✅ Built for men 40+✅ Strength-based workouts + simple, flexible nutrition✅ Real coaching. Real accountability. Real community.Start your transformation today for just $1: https://www.over40alpha.com Your support of the Over 40 Alpha Podcast helps change lives—one man, one rep, one transformation at a time.Please Review and Share the Podcast:Leave a 5-star review here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Connect with Zach Even - Esh:- Website: https://zacheven-esh.com/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ZEvenEsh - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZachEvenEsh - Twitter (X): https://x.com/zevenesh - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zevenesh/ - The STRONG Life Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strong-life-podcast-with-zach-even-esh/id740235285 Connect with Funk Roberts:- Website: https://www.over40alpha.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness - Funk’s Book: www.over40meals.com

Jul 19, 2025 • 59min
Episode 177 - Legacy Series: How Vince Del Monte Built the First Online Fitness Empire, Ignited Affiliate Marketing, and Still Dominates the Coaching Game
Nobody was teaching us how to do it. We just figured it out—and Vince Del Monte was the one paving the path.Before social media exploded. Before influencers were a thing. Before the fitness coaching space became saturated with copycats and hype… Vince was already 10 steps ahead.He wasn’t just putting out fitness programs—he was building a real business. He helped birth the era of online fitness as we know it.From Skinny Vinny to a 7-figure mentor, Vince is one of the most important figures in the digital fitness revolution. He brought structure, soul, and serious dollars to a wild frontier—and helped a generation of coaches, including myself, find their voice and build their legacy.This episode is pure gold if you care about building something that lasts in a noisy world. Vince opens up about the real story behind No Nonsense Muscle Building, how affiliate marketing created an empire, and what the future looks like now with AI knocking at the door.If you're feeling lost in today’s algorithm-choked online world, this conversation is the roadmap back to purpose, longevity, and doing it right.Let’s dive in.Enjoy the episode:Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channel:https://over40alphapodcast.com/ Subscribe and Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6LbGE6ySH5VlIQ8LosKpVGSubscribe and Listen on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685Timestamps00:00 - Introduction06:27 - From distance runner to personal trainer to top gym salesman09:55 - Discovering internet marketing and ebooks12:30 - The birth of No-Nonsense Muscle Building17:41 - His first years of internet marketing24:45 - How he scaled through customer feedback and product layering28:38 - Behind the scenes of early affiliate marketing33:11 - When the affiliate game got cutthroat—and why Vince pivoted36:11 - The pivot to branding and YouTube’s golden days41:48 - How Vince is using AI to 10X his coaching productivity44:56 - The 10/80/10 method to stay human while using AI48:55 - Vince’s vision for personal AI coaches50:41 - Why community and collaboration are irreplaceable53:45 - The Legacy Guitar: giving Vince his flowers🎸 This Episode Is Part of Our Legacy SeriesThis series is my way of honoring the legends—those who laid the foundation for online fitness between 2006 and 2013. Vince Del Monte is a cornerstone of that era. His impact still echoes across the industry.He didn’t just build muscle. He built a movement.🔥 JOIN THE BROTHERHOOD 🔥If you're over 40 and ready to reclaim your strength, confidence, and purpose, this is your tribe.✅ Designed for men 40+✅ Strength-based workouts + flexible nutrition✅ Live coaching and support✅ Real men. Real growth. Real brotherhood.👉 Start your transformation today for just $1: https://www.over40alpha.com Your support of the Over 40 Alpha Podcast helps to spread the word and ultimately change the lives of men worldwide over 40, 50, and 60 who struggle with health and fitness.I want to give a MASSIVE thanks to everyone stepping up and leaving 5-star reviews.Please Review and Share the Podcast Here:Drop that 5-star review.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685Connect with Vince Del Monte:- Website - https://vincedelmonte.ca/ - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vincedelmonte - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@VinceDelMonte - Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-vince-del-monte-podcast-show/id1307123574 Connect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitnessFunk’s book ‘Nutrition for Men Over 40’ - www.over40meals.com

Jul 12, 2025 • 56min
Episode 176 - The 9 Steps to Reclaiming Your Mind, Power & Purpose with Rick Walker
Let’s be honest—most men don’t need more motivation.What we need is a real map. A battle-tested framework that’ll wake us the hell up and walk us out of the fog of comfort, distraction, and passive living.That’s what this episode is all about.I sat down with Rick Walker—entrepreneur, leader, and author of the new book 9 Steps to Build a Life of Meaning. Rick isn’t just some mindset guru tossing around buzzwords. He’s built companies with hundreds of employees, raised billions in capital, and helped create thousands of jobs. But what really makes him dangerous—in the best way—is what he’s chosen to do with all that wisdom.This conversation is a straight-up call to arms. Rick breaks down the 9 essential steps that every man must walk if he wants to reclaim his mind, unlock his power, and finally live a life that means something. We talk generational pain, sacrifice, building legacy, and how to fight back against a world that wants men to stay weak, distracted, and small.This is one of those episodes you’ll want to come back to again and again, especially when life hits. Let’s get into it.Episode Highlights:00:00 - Introduction03:05 - Rick’s origin story10:22 - The journey to the 9 steps13:17 - What does a "life of meaning" actually mean?20:08 - Step #1: Choose one worthy enemy24:53 - Step #2: Aim high - because aiming low is the only sin27:25 - Step #3: Pick a master, or one will be thrust upon you30:20 - Step #4: Revelation requires sacrifice32:45 - Step #5: Embrace the unknown37:51 - Step #6: Joy requires pain41:52 - Step #7: Give away what you want to keep46:08 - Step #8: Act like you’ll live forever. Move like you only have today49:10 - Step #9: Seek beauty, and you may find truth🔥 JOIN THE BROTHERHOOD 🔥If you're over 40 and ready to reclaim your strength, purpose, and legacy, join hundreds of men transforming their lives with us.✅ Workouts built for men 40+✅ Nutrition that actually works at our age✅ Live coaching + accountability✅ Masculine energy. Mental toughness. Real growth.👉 Start for just $1: https://www.over40alpha.com 📚 Get Rick’s Book👉 Available now on Amazon, Walmart, and all major retailers🛒 Nine Steps to Build a Life of Meaning🌐 https://rickwalker.com Subscribe and Listen on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channel: https://over40alphapodcast.com/ Your support of the Over 40 Alpha Podcast helps to spread the word and ultimately change the lives of men worldwide over 40, 50, and 60 who struggle with health and fitness.I want to give a MASSIVE thanks to everyone stepping up and leaving 5-star reviews.Please Review and Share the Podcast Here:Drop that 5-star review.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685📲 Connect with Rick Walker:- Website – https://rickwalker.com/ - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@rickwalkertx - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/RickWalkerTX - LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickwalkertx/ Connect with Funk Roberts: - Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/-Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness-Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness-Funk’s book ‘Nutrition for Men Over 40’ - www.over40meals.com

Jul 8, 2025 • 1h 14min
Episode 175 - Legacy Series: The Real OG of Online Fitness: Strength, Soul & Legacy with Elliott Hulse
No trends. No gimmicks. No fake personas.Just real strength. Real impact. And a real legacy that helped shape the online fitness world as we know it.In this episode, I sit down with Elliott as part of our new Funk Fitness Legacy Series, where we honor the pioneers, OGs, and trailblazers who laid the foundation for what we do today in this space. And there’s no better person to start this with than the man behind Strength Camp, the original “Yo Elliott,” and one of the first to ever build a real following with fitness content on YouTube.We get into it all — his early days growing up in Brooklyn, how his uncle unknowingly shaped his destiny, how a few YouTube videos turned into $30K months, and why he walked away from being one of the most recognizable faces in fitness to pursue something even bigger.This episode isn’t just a walk down memory lane. It’s a real look at what happens when you stay true to your calling — even when people don’t get it. Even when they label you. Even when they leave.And now? Elliott’s still standing. Still leading. Still telling the truth.Whether you remember the golden era of fitness online or you’re just hearing “Yo Elliott” for the first time, this one will hit different.Episode Highlights:00:00 - Introduction06:37 - Elliott’s upbringing and the uncle who shaped his journey13:30 - Dropping out of grad school and starting Strength Camp20:16 - The journey to YouTube and the birth of "Yo Elliott"32:43 - “Yo Elliott” origin story and the power of branding34:51 - The real story of the "Critical Bench"38:50 - Hard lessons from partnerships and staying solo44:14 - The good old days of affiliate marketing48:08 - Spiritual awakening: fasting, catholicism & backlash56:54 - Being misunderstood — and staying grounded1:03:20 - What’s happening to men and how to fight back1:11:03 - Elliott’s legacy and mentoring the next generation🔥 JOIN THE BROTHERHOOD 🔥If you’re over 40 and ready to reclaim your strength, purpose, and legacy, join hundreds of men transforming their lives with us.✅ Workouts built for men 40+✅ Nutrition plans that cut through the noise✅ Live coaching for real results✅ Mental toughness and masculine energy👉 Start for just $1 at: https://www.over40alpha.com 💪 ELLIOTT’S KEYS TO STRENGTH AND LEGACYElliott’s take on what it takes to be a man of impact:- Integrity – Stay true to your voice, no matter the cost- Faith – Let God guide your path and surrender the throne- Strength – Build it in body, mind, and soul- Mentorship – Pass the torch to the next generation- Purpose – Live for something bigger than yourselfSubscribe and Listen on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channel: https://over40alphapodcast.com/ Your support of the Over 40 Alpha Podcast helps to spread the word and ultimately change the lives of men worldwide over 40, 50, and 60 who struggle with health and fitness.I want to give a MASSIVE thanks to everyone stepping up and leaving 5-star reviews.Please Review and Share the Podcast Here:Drop that 5-star review.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685📲 Connect with Elliott Hulse:- Website – https://elliotthulse.com/ - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@elliotthulse1/ - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/ELLIOTTHULSE Connect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitnessFunk’s book ‘Nutrition for Men Over 40’ - www.over40meals.com

Jun 14, 2025 • 53min
Episode 174 – Beat the Belly Fat Trap: Glucose, Insulin & the Real Reason You’re Gaining Weight with Coach Dimitri Giankoulas
Coffee and a bagel.That’s how most men start the day—and it’s also how they start gaining belly fat, storing toxins, crashing their energy, and tanking their testosterone without even realizing it.Here’s the truth: your body is running on autopilot, and that autopilot is programmed to make you fat.In this episode, I’m joined by transformation expert and my good friend Coach Dimitri Giankoulas, as we break down exactly how glucose, insulin, food timing, and hidden sugars are quietly sabotaging your results.We get into how processed carbs rewire your metabolism, how eating “wrong” in the morning can wreck the entire day, why most men are insulin resistant by 40, and what to do about it, starting today.We also challenge the idea of “body types” and talk straight about what’s really behind the so-called “endomorph excuse.”If you’re over 40 and can’t figure out why the fat won’t come off, even when you train, this episode is your wake-up call.Let’s lock in.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction01:02 - What really happens when you eat processed foods?06:37- The vicious cycle of poor eating habits10:42 - Glucose 101: Why your cells need it15:50 - Meal timing: when to eat carbs and when to avoid them22:45 - The somatotype approach to nutrition31:17 - Hidden sugars destroying your progress35:55 - Healthy foods to eat38:10 - Things to do to lose belly fat48:44 - Making it a lifestyle, not a diet🔥 JOIN THE BROTHERHOOD 🔥If you’re tired of guessing, quitting, and getting nowhere, join hundreds of men transforming their bodies (and lives) after 40.✅ Workouts built for men 40+✅ Nutrition plans that actually work✅ Live coaching and real accountability✅ Mental toughness, masculine energy, RESULTS👉 Start for just $1 at: https://www.over40alpha.com 💊 Episode Sponsors:🚨 SPECIAL OFFER – ALPHA SLEEP Boost recovery, improve deep sleep, and burn more fat while you rest. 👉 Use code FUNK10 at https://funksupplementshop.com/💥 Alpha Creatine Monohydrate Build lean muscle, improve recovery, and train harder. 👉 Get it here: https://funksupplementshop.com/product/alpha-creatine-monohydrate-powder/💪 THE 5 M's SYSTEM TO LOSE FAT AFTER 40Coach Dimitri’s take on what it really takes to change:- Mindset – Know your “why” and make it bigger than your cravings- Movement – Walk, train, breathe, move like your life depends on it- Muscle – Build lean mass to stay lean for life- Measure – Track more than weight (waist, workouts, wins)- Milestones – Celebrate progress so you keep pushing forwardSubscribe and Listen on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channel: www.over40alphapodcast.com Your support of the Over 40 Alpha Podcast helps to spread the word and ultimately change the lives of men worldwide over 40, 50, and 60 who struggle with health and fitness.I want to give a MASSIVE thanks to everyone stepping up and leaving 5-star reviews.Please Review and Share the Podcast Here:Drop that 5-star review.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685📲 Connect with Coach Dimitri GiankoulasWebsite – https://bodytypeworkouts.co/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/coach__dimitri/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@Dimitri.Giankoulas Gym – Pure Motivation Fitness: https://www.puremotivationfitness.com/ Connect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitnessFunk’s book ‘Nutrition for Men Over 40’ - www.over40meals.com

May 31, 2025 • 1h 9min
Episode 173 – Dress Like a Man: Confidence, Style & Power After 40 with Antonio Centeno
Old gym tees. Washed-out jeans. Beat-up sneakers.That’s what most men are still wearing, even after transforming their bodies, rebuilding their lives, and getting back in the game.But here's the thing...The way you dress tells the world how to treat you. It reflects your confidence. It amplifies your presence. It speaks before you ever open your mouth.In this episode, I’m joined by Antonio Centeno, founder of Real Men Real Style, former Marine Corps officer, and one of the most respected men’s style coaches in the world.Antonio breaks down the exact steps to upgrade your wardrobe without wasting money, losing your identity, or looking like you’re trying too hard.We talk suits, shirts, pants, and shoes... but more importantly, we discuss how style shapes your mindset, your marriage, your career, and your ability to lead.Let’s dive in.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction05:00 - From Marine to style mogul: Antonio's origin story18:12 - Biggest wardrobe mistakes after 4025:38 - Must-have suits and why every man needs one37:45 - Shirts: from T-shirts to button-downs48:55 - Pants: jeans, chinos, and finding the perfect fit53:54 - Shoes: The shoes make the man1:02:32 - Where to start and how to level up your style🚨 JOIN THE BROTHERHOOD 🚨Don’t try to figure this out on your own.Join the Over 40 Alpha Brotherhood and get:✅ Proven follow-along workouts for men 40+✅ Nutrition plans that actually work✅ Weekly live coaching and support✅ Mental toughness, accountability, and results👉 Start your transformation for just $1 at: https://www.over40alpha.com 💥 NEW WAVE OF MAN 💥Wearing New Wave of Man gear isn’t just repping a brand—it’s repping who you’ve become:✅ Disciplined✅ Present✅ Powerful✅ Unapologetically MasculineGrab your hat, shirt, hoodie, and join the movement:👉 over40shred.com/nwom 🧠 UPGRADE YOUR PRESENCEThis isn’t about flashy brands or chasing trends.✅ It’s about fit, function, and confidence✅ It’s about looking like the man you’ve worked so hard to become✅ It’s about owning every room you walk intoStart with one shirt. One pair of pants. One decision to level up.Discover your Style Score Quiz: https://realmenrealstyle.outgrow.us/stylescore?utm_campaign=ssq&utm_medium=menu-link&utm_source=rmrs Subscribe and Listen on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channel: www.over40alphapodcast.comYour support of the Over 40 Alpha Podcast helps to spread the word and ultimately change the lives of men worldwide over 40, 50, and 60 who struggle with health and fitness.I want to give a MASSIVE thanks to everyone stepping up and leaving 5-star reviews.Please Review and Share the Podcast Here:Drop that 5-star review.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685Connect with Antonio Centeno:Website – https://realmenrealstyle.com YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/Realmenrealstyle Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/RMRStyle/ Community – https://www.skool.com/rmrs/about Connect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitnessFunk’s book ‘Nutrition for Men Over 40’ - www.over40meals.com

May 24, 2025 • 1h 18min
Episode 172 – Lead With Purpose: Building Legacy, Discipline, and Energy as a Man Over 40 with Greg Denning
Homeless at 16. Seven kids. 60+ countries. A life built with intention.This one hit deep.Greg Denning is a man on a mission. He’s a high-performance coach, a world-traveling husband and father, and the kind of leader every man over 40 needs to hear from.Today, we’re talking about how to lead with purpose, build your legacy, and show up as the formidable family man your family needs.Greg’s story is wild. Growing up in chaos, leaving home as a teenager, sharing a burrito with his buddy while sleeping on a floor, and now? He’s got a thriving marriage, adult kids he mentors, and a powerful presence rooted in discipline and values.We’re going all in on the real issues men face. Feeling inadequate, carrying anger, struggling with direction, and thinking it’s too late to change.Greg breaks down how to flip that story, how to stop playing the victim, and how to level up even if you feel overwhelmed, beaten down, or burned out.He drops absolute gems on parenting, faith, fitness, legacy, and why being a man is about way more than paying bills and showing up to work.This is one of those episodes that stays with you.Let’s go.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction05:28 - Greg's journey from homelessness15:49 - Finding hope and mentors through hardship20:49 - Meeting his wife and starting a family28:43 - The importance of being fully present32:55 - What it means to “level up” and lead with presence40:28 - Mental toughness and resilience43:29 - Reading as a powerful tool for personal growth48:30 - Leadership through example, not just words54:01 - Fitness as the foundation of a formidable life1:00:08 - Getting unstuck, smashing limiting beliefs, learning to ask for help 1:11:11 - Creating a legacy that outlives you1:14:43 - Greg’s final words to you🚨 JOIN THE TRIBE 🚨You don’t need to figure it out alone.Join the Over 40 Alpha Brotherhood and get:- Follow-along workouts for men in your 40s, 50s, and 60s- Easy, no-BS nutrition plans- Weekly coaching calls + private Facebook community- Mental health tools, mobility routines, and real accountability👉 Start your transformation for just $1: www.over40alpha.com 💥 BUILD YOUR LEGACY AT HOME 💥Greg shares the exact strategy that kept him close with his kids even into their teens:🔥 Keep leveling up🔥 Stay present🔥 Don’t stop leadingWant a relationship with your teenage kids that actually lasts? This is the blueprint.💥 BECOME A FORMIDABLE FAMILY MAN TODAY! 💪Greg Denning’s coaching and resources are game-changers for men ready to lead with purpose.Build mental resilience and crush limiting beliefsLead your family with strength, presence, and visionCreate a legacy that inspires generationsOptimize every part of your life—fitness, family, finances👉 Download THE Formula to being a Formidable Family Man for $1: https://extraordinaryfl.samcart.com/products/formidable-family-man-formula 🚨 LIMITED-TIME OFFER! 🚨 Alpha Max Test 3D Plus is back—better, stronger, and in high demand. Stock is running low, and once it’s gone, it’s gone! Order now to lock in your 50% discount and start your transformation today!Get it here: https://funksupplementshop.com/product/alpha-max-test-3d-ultimate-testosterone-booster/ Subscribe and Listen on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channel: www.over40alphapodcast.comYour support of the Over 40 Alpha Podcast helps to spread the word and ultimately change the lives of men worldwide over 40, 50, and 60 who struggle with health and fitness.I want to give a MASSIVE thanks to everyone stepping up and leaving 5-star reviews.Please Review and Share the Podcast Here:Drop that 5-star review.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685Connect with Greg Denning:Website – https://www.gregdenning.com/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/greg.denning/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/gregdenning Podcast – https://www.gregdenning.com/podcast-1 Connect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitnessFunk’s book ‘Nutrition for Men Over 40’ - www.over40meals.com

May 17, 2025 • 1h 6min
Episode 171 - Stronger at Any Age: How One Fitness Inventor Revolutionized Home Workouts with Marc Lebert
One piece of equipment. Hundreds of exercises. A total game changer for strength after 40.If you’ve ever struggled with dips, pull-ups, or finding a real way to build upper body strength without hitting the gym every day, this episode is for you.Today, I’m joined by one of my favorite people in the fitness industry, Marc Lebert. A true innovator who created the legendary Lebert Equalizer Bars.I’ve been using these things for over 15 years. In bootcamps. With fighters. In my own home workouts. And the truth is, every man over 40, 50, 60 should have a pair. They're compact, portable, and brutally effective.Marc didn’t just invent a tool. He literally revolutionized how we train at home. We get into his wild story of how he once worked security and vacuumed gym floors for $8/hour and then went on to build a global fitness product used by everyone from MMA coaches to calisthenics legends like Frank Medrano.We also break down the most humbling exercises you can do on the Equalizers (rows, dips, and leg raises will wake up muscles you forgot existed), how to use them for metabolic training, and why building your own home gym isn’t optional anymore—it’s essential.This one’s packed with real talk, laughs, and pure training gold. And by the end, you’ll know exactly why these yellow bars belong in your setup.Let’s go!Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction07:12 - Marc’s journey from almost-cop to global fitness innovator13:50 - The birth of the Equalizer bars17:08 - Early adoption, trade shows, and selling from a car trunk25:55 - How calisthenics exploded the Equalizer's popularity29:10 - When other equalizers popped up in the market33:27 - Top exercises for maximum results40:30 - Equalizer agility work: underrated but crucial44:45 - Why the Equalizers have stood the test of time51:47 - Exciting new Lebert fitness products58:53 - Celebrating the journey and the Equalizer's impact1:02:25 - Exciting giveaways and Marc’s final advice for men over 40🚨 JOIN THE TRIBE 🚨You don’t need to figure it out alone.Join the Over 40 Alpha Brotherhood and get:- Follow-along workouts for men in your 40s, 50s, and 60s- Easy, no-BS nutrition plans- Weekly coaching calls + private Facebook community- Mental health tools, mobility routines, and real accountability👉 Start your transformation for just $1: www.over40alpha.com 💥 WANT TO UPGRADE YOUR HOME WORKOUT ARSENAL? 🏋️♂️ GET YOUR EQUALIZERS 🏋️♂️ Lebert Equalizers are the versatile strength-building tool that's been empowering workouts for over 20 years.Build upper body strength without a gymDevelop functional fitness that transfers to real lifeChallenge yourself with bodyweight exercises that hit muscles you've been missingPerfect for dips, inverted rows, core training, and dozens more exercises👉 Get your own Equalizers here: www.lebertfitness.com🔥 SPECIAL GIVEAWAY! 🔥 Comment below on YouTube for a chance to win a FREE set of Lebert Equalizers! Marc will personally select one lucky winner.💪 Top Exercises with Equalizers:Kneeling Tricep ExtensionsInverted RowsEqualizer Muscle-UpL-Sits & Leg RaisesLateral Agility DrillsLeg Assisted DipsElevated Push-UpsHurdle Hops🚨 SPECIAL OFFER! 🚨 Give your sleep quality a boost with Alpha Sleep Shred—clinically formulated to enhance deep sleep, increase recovery, and promote fat burning while you rest.👉 Get 10% OFF Alpha Sleep Shred here: Use code FUNK10 at https://funksupplementshop.com/Subscribe and Listen on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channel: www.over40alphapodcast.comYour support of the Over 40 Alpha Podcast helps to spread the word and ultimately change the lives of men worldwide over 40, 50, and 60 who struggle with health and fitness.I want to give a MASSIVE thanks to everyone stepping up and leaving 5-star reviews.Please Review and Share the Podcast Here:Drop that 5-star review.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685Connect with Marc Lebert:Website – https://lebertfitness.com Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/lebertfitness/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/LebertFitnessInc Connect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitnessFunk’s book ‘Nutrition for Men Over 40’ - www.over40meals.com

May 10, 2025 • 60min
Episode 170 - Unlocking Brain Power Over 40: Dr. Josh Helman on Alzheimer’s, Cognitive Decline, Deep Sleep, Detox Protocols & Reclaiming Mental Clarity for Men
One day, you forget where you put your keys. Next, you're walking into a room and can’t remember why. And maybe the worst part? You start to wonder if this is just part of getting older.But what if it’s not?In this episode, Dr. Josh Helman explains why brain fog, forgetfulness, and mental fatigue hit harder after 40 and what you can do to fight back.He’s not just an MD. Dr. Josh is a Harvard-trained biochemist and emergency medicine physician who now helps people reverse Alzheimer’s and reclaim their mental clarity. His message? It’s not too late. And the decline isn’t inevitable.We talk about why your sleep quality, not just the number of hours, quietly shapes your brain’s future. We get into the sneaky role of inflammation and gut health, why environmental toxins are slowly hijacking our minds, and the powerful but often overlooked link between stress and dementia risk.And Dr. Josh doesn’t stop at theory. He gives you the exact supplements he recommends (including creatine), the detox routines that actually work, and why donating blood might just save your brain.Whether you’re worried about your own cognitive health or caring for a parent who’s slipping, this episode is your action plan.Because aging doesn’t mean losing who you are.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction05:23 - Dr. Josh's background and journey to brain health06:30 - What is Alzheimer's, and why is it reversible?11:01 - How sleep quality impacts brain health15:54 - Exercise and its connection to brain function18:11 - Nutrition for brain health and the gut-brain connection22:17 - Stress management for cognitive performance29:53 - Environmental toxins and cognitive decline32:38 - DDT and its lingering impact on brain health35:35 - How to detoxify your brain and body41:46 - Early warning signs of cognitive decline44:14 - Dr. Josh’s process for reversing Alzheimer’s49:02 - The importance of reducing medications50:34 - Top brain-boosting supplements56:08 - Final thoughts on reclaiming brain health💥 Want to reclaim your energy, memory, and mental sharpness after 40?🧠 JOIN THE TRIBE 🧠Inside the Over 40 Alpha Brotherhood, you’ll get:- Follow-along workouts to boost testosterone and sharpen focus- Anti-inflammatory meal plans designed for men over 40- Weekly live coaching with Funk + expert guests- Brain-boosting tools and recovery strategies that actually work👉 Start your 30-day trial for just $1: www.over40alpha.com 🧬 Supplements Mentioned in This Episode:- Creatine Monohydrate (not just for muscle—helps brain recovery too)- Glutathione (your body’s master detoxifier)- Lion’s Mane Mushroom (stimulates new brain growth)- NMN (precursor to NAD for energy and longevity)- Nitric Oxide Boosters (for blood flow and cognitive support)- Omega-3s from Algae (anti-inflammatory brain food)- Honokiol (supports plaque removal from the brain)🚨 LIMITED-TIME OFFER! 🚨 Alpha Max Test 3D Plus is back—better, stronger, and in high demand. Stock is running low, and once it’s gone, it’s gone! Order now to lock in your 50% discount and start your transformation today!Get it here: https://funksupplementshop.com/product/alpha-max-test-3d-ultimate-testosterone-booster/ Subscribe and Listen on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channel: www.over40alphapodcast.comYour support of the Over 40 Alpha Podcast helps to spread the word and ultimately change the lives of men worldwide over 40, 50, and 60 who struggle with health and fitness.I want to give a MASSIVE thanks to everyone stepping up and leaving 5-star reviews.Please Review and Share the Podcast Here:Drop that 5-star review.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685Connect with Dr. Josh Helman:Website: www.drjosh.com/program Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenbrainsmd/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorjosh/ Connect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitnessFunk’s book ‘Nutrition for Men Over 40’ - www.over40meals.com