

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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Apr 28, 2021 • 1h 5min
Episode 62 - My Battle With Covid-19
There’s one thing that's missing in this whole Covid battle! Listen to Funk Roberts as he goes all out on the essentials and learns how to handle Covid like the alpha male that you are! He and his wife have gone through hell and back in their battle with Covid and he wants you to learn about his journey of getting beaten down, getting back up, and winning in the final round. Is it possible to save yourself from getting hit? Definitely! Can you knock Covid down on its knees and become unkillable? Absolutely! Tune in to find out how you can manage your fight and win!“I went out in round 1, swinging and probably lost. I got knocked down twice on my knees. Round 4, I got saved by the bell and round 5, I knocked Covid down.” — Funk RobertsIn This Episode: - Top items you need to have in place to prepare yourself when Covid hits.- Learn how to save yourself from getting hit by Covid, the workout you need to do, supplements and foods you need to take, and the right program that builds up your foundation for great health!- What you should NEVER do when you get hit by Covid - something I had to learn the hard way!- How the narrative around Covid has changed and what men over 40s, 50s and 60s can do to become “unkillable” and knock the daylights out of Covid in the first 5 rounds.- Essential steps you need to take for faster healing and recovery, and for building up the lost energy from battling with Covid.Subscribe and Listen on iTuneshttps://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channelwww.over40alphapodcast.comResources: - Join over 5000 men in the Over 40 Alpha Workout and Nutrition Program for just $1: https://www.over40alpha.com/over-40-alpha-short-sales-page1600540776041#row-163Connect with Funk Roberts: - Website - https://www.over40alpha.com - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/FunkRoberts

Apr 14, 2021 • 60min
Episode 61 - Dr. Anthony Balduzzi: Fit Father Project
A healthy and fit body, regardless of age, is totally within our control. Dr. Anthony Balduzzi joins Funk in this episode of Over 40 Alpha to share his journey of leveling his stewardship towards his body. He’s the founder of the Fit Father Project and the Fit Mother Project and has been helping BUSY men lose weight and get healthier so they can be better leaders, better fathers, and better members of the community. He understands the concerns of men around wanting to live a healthier lifestyle, yet, they lack the time and energy to jumpstart their fitness journey. Address all your health and fitness concerns through solid and sustainable systems and start taking control of your health, today! “When you have a structure, it starts to feel automatic and you want nutrition to feel automatic without exerting a lot of effort and willpower.” —Dr. Anthony Balduzzi In This Episode: - What the Fit Father Project is all about, who is it designed for, and the inspiration that led to its initiation. - The type of nutrition that works best for busy people and the most fitting exercise customized for men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s.- Things men need to do differently to join the game of longevity and stay sharp, smart, and confidently healthy even at their prime.- Why men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s need to understand the purpose of having deep “why” and how this “why” can carry them through their struggles.- How creating a system around your processes can help you win in your health, in life, and in seeing through sustainable plans and goals.- Achieving circadian balance despite being a shift worker by committing to a system, adopting eating habits and patterns, and understanding why you need to avoid eating at night. - Prepare healthy and hearty meals with your go-to food even when you have zero knowledge on how to do it, even when you are too busy to do it! Resources: - Join over 5000 men in the Over 40 Alpha Workout and Nutrition Program for just $1: https://www.over40alpha.com/over-40-alpha-short-sales-page1600540776041#row-163- Over 40 Alpha Shred Program - https://over40shred.com/Connect with Funk Roberts: - Website - https://www.over40alpha.com - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/FunkRoberts

Apr 7, 2021 • 1h 2min
Episode 60 - 10 Ways to Break Through Your Weight Loss Plateau
If you’re on the brink of quitting because you are no longer generating the result you desired and all your efforts to lose weight seem to be in vain, hold on for a sec! Funk debunks all the factors causing you to get stuck and nudges you back on track by showing the essential aspects you need to look at that will tell you if you are indeed stuck, or you’re simply measuring the wrong numbers. Find out if you’ve hit a plateau, what caused it, and the things you can do to break through and move forward. “You can lose 8 lbs and still have belly fat because it’s not about the weight. Take photos, track your progress - these will tell you you’re going in the right way.” —Funk Roberts In This Episode: - Find out what causes you to hit a plateau and the frustrating things that happen to your body once it hits this state.- When is the right time to say yes, you’ve hit a plateau, and the different techniques you can use to track and measure your results?- It’s not about the weight - what you should be looking at which accurately tells if you’re losing fats or just draining off those water weight. - The triple whammy effect on your results if you don’t sleep enough if you’re not eating right, and if you don’t identify and manage your stressors!- Sustainable and consistent activities to help you recover and move forward to your goals after hitting a weight loss plateau. - How cardio can kill your results, your testosterone, your metabolism, and your weight or fat loss - and the right program that teaches you the right physical activities you can do for the result you wanted! Resources: - Join over 5000 men in the Over 40 Alpha Workout and Nutrition Program for just $1: https://www.over40alpha.com/over-40-alpha-short-sales-page1600540776041#row-163- Over 40 Alpha Shred Program - https://over40shred.com/Connect with Funk Roberts: - Website - https://www.over40alpha.com - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/FunkRoberts

Mar 3, 2021 • 1h 44min
#ASKFUNK Episode 2 - Men’s Pressing Concerns On Diet, Exercise, Supplements, and Threats on Their Testosterones
Should I still take supplements when I’m already eating foods that are loaded with vitamins? Can I have an apple as a post-workout snack? How do I know if I’m overstretching myself or if I’m exercising enough? Why am I NOT losing weight when I’m doing everything I was told to do in the program? These are just glimpses of the multiple issues raised in this episode of #AskFunk. If you have the same questions or wish to ask the brotherhood about something that has been bothering you about your health, tune in to find out how!“Don’t look at the scale, just look at the muscle you’re building. Building muscle is a long game, you gotta stick it out.” — Funk RobertsIn This Episode: - The dangers of relying on sauna suits for weight loss!- The best morning drink that is responsible for increasing testosterone, libido, and improving men’s overall performance- One of the greatest pillars of recovery men shouldn’t take for granted - Amazing, ancient Chinese exercise for meditation, breathing, incredible recovery routine, reduces stress and boosts testosterone production- Funk’s passionate stand on veganism and MLM for men who are bent on getting their abs back - Why a lot of people often create their own narratives to what they want things to be - Recommended metabolic workouts and supplements for men who are recovering from chronic illnessesResources: - Sleep Shred - Use promo code PODCAST10 for a 15% discount! : https://funksupplementshop.com/product/sleep-shred/- Over40 Alpha Workout and Nutrition Program : https://www.over40alpha.com/- Funk Supplements: https://funksupplementshop.com/products/Connect with Funk Roberts: - Website - https://www.over40alpha.com - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/FunkRoberts

Feb 24, 2021 • 1h 5min
Episode 59 - 5 Simple Tips To Start Your Self-Love Journey Today!
If there’s one thing an alpha male needs to realize, it’s that you cannot pour from an empty cup. You need to have your cup overflowing before you can become the generous provider, filling your family’s and community's needs. This is why self-love is so important. If there’s so much love within you, you won’t deprive yourself of a much-needed rest just so you can perform your duties better. You won’t wallow in despair and get held back by the smallest setbacks. Love, when it comes from within, gives you the strength to battle through all the obstacles that are keeping you from becoming the best version of yourself. Discover the ways you can love yourself better. “Endure the journey, whatever it is. That’s the story you will be telling your kids someday. How you’re able to do what you’re doing and the hour that took you there.” — Funk Roberts In This Episode: - Self-love - what it is and what it is NOT! Why it’s important for men in their 40s, 50s, 60s to go into the journey of reconnecting to one’s self. - How self-love can help you battle all the external forces that don’t bring goodness into your life.- The role of testosterone when it comes to all those feelings of self-deprecation, loss of confidence, and depression.- 5 simple ways you can exercise self-love and be kinder to yourself, right NOW!- Why some things don’t happen despite putting in all your effort and the best approach you can take to win over your disappointments.- The most important thing about self-love that can strip away all fears - fear of the future, fear of failure, and the fear of making mistakes.Resources: - Join over 5000 men in the Over 40 Alpha Workout and Nutrition Program for just $1Connect with Funk Roberts: - Website - https://www.over40alpha.com - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/FunkRoberts

Feb 17, 2021 • 57min
Episode 58 - Metabolic Adaptation: Why You Can't Lose Weight Anymore
Have you experienced gaining your momentum and successfully losing weight doing what finally works for you? And then, you get stuck to a point where you’re no longer generating the same results. Nothing changed, you’re eating the same things, following the same diet, watching the same amount of calories, and yet, you simply can’t lose weight anymore. That can be quite frustrating! Here’s splendid news - YOU have control over it and you CAN do something about it! Listen to Funk as he delves into the major culprits causing you to hit a plateau and shares the 4 major changes you need to make to kickstart your metabolism once again! “Fixing your metabolism is like reversing a disease. Be patient, enjoy the journey.” — Funk RobertsIn This Episode: - HUGE mistakes people make that make them hit a plateau after a series of success in weight loss!- Great news! You can still achieve the best shape of your life in your 40s, 50s, and 60s. Tune in for the things you need to have to achieve that!- How metabolic adaptation kills your metabolism and the things you might be guilty of doing that triggers this phase. - Alarming symptoms you need to watch out for that tell you your metabolism is going down, down, down and developed metabolic adaptation!- Ever heard the term “skinny fat”? Yep, you can be super skinny, but still fat. Funk will tell you how this can be possible!- There are healthy nutrients, there are “bad” nutrients. How do you know if you’re getting the macronutrients that support the fitness goals you wish to achieve and how much is enough for each nutrient? Resources: - Join over 5000 men in the Over 40 Alpha Workout and Nutrition Program for just $1Connect with Funk Roberts: - Website - https://www.over40alpha.com - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/FunkRoberts

Feb 10, 2021 • 51min
Episode 57 - The 4 Benefits To Training With Your Wife or Significant Other
Valentine’s is just around the corner and I’m sure many of you guys are already scrambling to think of the best gift to give to your significant other. With all the limitations this “quarantine” has posed on us, it’s hard to prepare something especially fancy like a candlelit dinner in her favorite restaurant, flowers, and chocolates on the side. Fret no more! This episode is all about giving the gift of time, QUALITY time you and your spouse will surely appreciate! Working out together, for those who have been doing it, can surely vouch on the benefits we’ll tackle today. For those who haven’t and are not feeling certain that it will work, I and my wife have summed up all the benefits you can reap including overcoming some obstacles like “who will look after the baby.” Today’s show strips off all your excuses and pushes you to get into shape - together!“Training with my wife has brought us even closer throughout the years and continues to solidify and strengthen our marital bond.” — Funk RobertsIn This Episode: - Valentine’s gift idea for your loved ones, the quarantine way. Trust us, she’ll find this sweeter than flowers and chocolates! - Level up your relationships through workouts and getting an accountability buddy in the form of your wife or significant other.- The two birds you’d hit with one stone when you and your wife work out together. - Newsflash! Workout junkies struggle with working out too! Discover the key to getting your fitness goals in check on days you’re not in the mood for sweating it out.- The domino effect of working out together with your spouse and how you can make 2021 the year you achieved your best shape ever!Resources: - I would like to thank FEEDSPOT has selected Over 40 Alpha Podcast by their panelist as one of the Top 30 Men's Health Podcasts on the web – https://blog.feedspot.com/mens_health_podcasts/- Funk Supplements Shop – get 10% discount when you use the code Podcast10Connect with Funk Roberts: - Website - https://www.over40alpha.com - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/FunkRoberts

Jan 6, 2021 • 1h 23min
Episode 56 - The #1 Weight Loss Program for Men Over 40 – Proven to Boost Testosterone TOO!
Robert Funk, creator of a weight loss program for men in their 40s that addresses hormonal issues, invites men to join his program and boost their testosterone levels. They discuss the importance of mindset, the correlation between low testosterone levels and suicides, and how the program helps men get the desired results. The podcast also highlights the negative effects of artificial methods to boost testosterone and emphasizes the need for a natural approach.

Dec 23, 2020 • 2h 8min
#ASKFUNK Ep 1: All About Men’s Health, Fitness, Nutrition, and Their Oozing Testosterones
This is the first of more segments to come where Funk Roberts answers all questions, no holds barred, from the brotherhood. He’s sharing it for all men who're listening to get answers to the same questions they might have. It may also answer questions they didn’t know they should be asking. Upon reaching their 40s, men’s hormones and testosterone levels go through a lot of changes. That’s the reason why their food and nutrition need some adjustments to accommodate these changes. Find out what type of supplements you should be taking, what kind of workout and how often, and the programs you can join to level up your fitness goals. “There will always be birthdays and other holidays. You have to bulletproof yourself from that with a strong WHY” —Funk RobertsIn This Episode: - Why men, especially in their 40s, need vitamins and supplements- The top 4 “men vitality stack” every man should be taking and what they can do to your bodyMen have HORMONE fluctuations too! - It’s NOT about burning yourself out of a workout, it’s about building muscles.- Ways you can boost your testosterone the natural way - beware, there are testosterone-killing foods you might be taking!- The purpose of having a strong WHY and its relevance to men’s health, vitality, and fitnessResources: - TEST ENHANCE. The ingredients that enhance and support your Testosterone (and libido 😈) Get yours today: https://funksupplementshop.com/product/test-enhance/- “What is Your Why” Coaching Video - https://over40shred.com/phases/phase-1/mindset/coaching/what-is-your-why/ and https://over40shred.com/phases/phase-1/mindset/- OVER40 Supplements: Vitality Stack, After Phase 3, After Phase 6, Muscle Building Phases, and so much more! - https://funksupplementshop.com- Testosterone Test Kit - https://over40shred.com/testosterone-test-kit- Joint Health Supplement Stack - https://funksupplementshop.com/product/joint-health/Connect with Funk Roberts: - Website - https://www.over40alpha.com - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/FunkRoberts

Nov 25, 2020 • 1h 5min
54 - The Disciplined Mind
This episode is dedicated to all alpha males out there who finally want to get their lives sorted, and start achieving their goals. I’ll be talking about the “D” word, something more scary than commitment for most folks - discipline! Find out how this trait is influential to your success and directly impacts the way you live your life. Learn how to cultivate the habits that build up your mental discipline. Finally, create the RIGHT systems that will prevent you from getting side-tracked from your goals. “Discipline is like a mental muscle. You gotta stress it, you gotta challenge it, and you gotta put pressure on it.” —Funk RobertsIn This Episode: - How motivation and discipline are often mixed up and which carries a heavier weight- Why exercising discipline is a real challenge and how your identity is key to overcoming that challenge- The HUGE impact of quitting on the little things- How your systems determine the results you generate- Learn to FAIL systematically- Discipline is not taught, it IS seenConnect with Funk Roberts: - Website - https://www.over40alpha.com - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/FunkRoberts