The Over 40 Alpha Podcast

Testosterone levels in men take a deep dive when they get married and have children, when practicing extreme cardio, and when in a time of survival. Today’s episode dives deep into why elevated testosterone levels in men will improve their health, physically and emotionally. Ben Greenfield joins me to give his tips on how to naturally increase testosterone, how to maintain fitness and keep your joints strong as you get older. Tune in and discover the key to maintain a healthy lifestyle now and in the future. “Don’t just train to train, have a purpose behind every session.” - Ben GreenfieldIn this episode:- Understanding why certain exercises and nutrients increase testosterone- The red light treatment - Four things to consider for maintaining fitness in men over 40- Why you should have bone broth every day- Three helpful tips to get motivatedResources:- Body by Science: A Research Based Program for Strength Training, Bodybuilding, and Complete Fitness in 12 Minutes a Week - https://www.amazon.com/Body-Science-Research-Strength-Training/dp/0071597174- Kion Aminos - https://getkion.com/shop/body/kion-aminos/- Becoming a Supple Leopard 2nd Edition: The Ultimate Guide to Resolving Pain, Preventing Injury, and Optimizing Athletic Performance - https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Supple-Leopard-2nd-Performance/dp/1628600837Connect with Ben:Boundless Book - https://amzn.to/3bNuDCs Website - https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/Kion Supplements - https://getkion.com/shop/Twitter - https://twitter.com/bengreenfieldInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bengreenfieldfitnessConnect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/

Men are on earth to provide, protect, and procreate. But we don’t always consider our fertility an important thing to keep track of. Dr. Dominika Zarzeczny joins me again today to explain why we can’t let fertility be an afterthought. According to Dr. Dom, when your fertility is good, your overall health is at its peak. In this episode, we dig into what’s lowering your sperm count, the lifestyle choices that are destroying your sperm quality, and why you need to be paying attention, even if you aren’t trying to conceive. Whether you’re using your quarantine time to get closer to your spouse, or your goal is to be as healthy as possible, Dr. Dom’s advice is mandatory listening, so tune in. “Fertility should be the fifth vital sign… When a man’s fertility is optimal, it means his overall health is optimal.” - Dominika ZarzecznyIn this episode:- Risks you face when you’re over 45 and trying to conceive, especially if your health isn’t optimal- How your testosterone affects sperm development, motility, and quality- Lifestyle factors that decrease your sperm count and fertility- Is your medication making it harder for you to conceive? - Why you need to prioritize your fertility, even if you aren’t thinking about having children- Steps you can take today to improve your fertility- The drastic change we’ve seen in men’s fertility since the 80s- Why you need to stop carrying your cell phone in your pocket and sleeping in, plus other things you’re doing that are damaging your fertilityResources:Join the Alpha Brotherhood Fitness Program – http://www.over40alpha.comAlpha Podcast Website – www.over40alphapodcast.comLet’s Get Checked – www.over40shred.com/testkitVitamin D3 + K2 – www.over40shred.com/vitaminDConnect with Dominika Zarzeczny:Website – https://yourwellth.ca/about/team/dr-dominika-zarzeczny/Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dr_dominika_ndFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/dominikaND/ Connect with Funk Roberts:Website - https://www.over40alpha.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/

People don’t only eat because they’re hungry. Sometimes they eat because they’re celebrating something, or they eat out of habit, or they’re being driven by emotions. In today’s episode, I talk about intuitive eating and how to know when, what, and why you should be eating. I focus on mindful and emotional eating and how you can get your cravings under control. Join me to learn how to translate the messages your body is sending you so you know exactly what it needs. Stay tuned to find out exactly how you can get started with or fine-tune your intuitive eating practice. “The goal is to think before you eat.” - Funk RobertsIn this episode:- What is intuitive eating?- Three strategies that you can implement to start intuitive eating- The common signs of overeating- How you can deal with your cravings- The importance of knowing your body’s hunger signalsConnect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/

Men tend to be more reluctant in talking about their mental health. Society created a stigma that when men talk about their feelings or thoughts, it would be perceived as a weakness. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Dominika Zarzeczny, who is a licensed naturopathic doctor, Certified IVIT and BHRT Practitioner, speaker, health and wellness educator, and corporate consultant. We touch on the underlying causes of mental health issues, how it can affect you and your family, and how you can deal with it. Learn why it’s important to unpack your emotions and feelings, and how having a men’s group can help you.“Human beings cannot be a failure. Only an event can be a failure.” - Dominika ZarzecznyIn this episode:- The way society looks at men’s mental health- How having low testosterone affects men’s mental health- Where do you go when you are ready to talk?- Why it is important to find and be in a men’s group- The three-pronged approach to your healthResources:- Alpha Daily Multivitamin Contest – https://www.Over40shred.com/contestConnect with Dominika Zarzeczny:Website – https://yourwellth.ca/about/team/dr-dominika-zarzeczny/Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dr_dominika_ndFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/dominikaND/ Connect with Funk Roberts:Website - https://www.over40alpha.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/

With the continuing spread of COVID-19, work-from-home orders, quarantines, and lockdowns are now being implemented all over the world. Social media is blowing up with stories about how everyone is treating and fighting the pandemic. In today’s episode, I share what’s going on in my life since this started and the best activities we can all try while we’re stuck inside. Tune in and find out several ways you can take care of your immune system. Be practical, realistic, and stay healthy!“Use your time to fortify your health.” - Funk RobertsIn this episode:- How the lockdown has affected my life- Why this is the perfect time to recommit yourself to self-care- The reality and the effects of COVID-19- What you should and shouldn’t do with all your free time- Different ways to take care of your immune systemResources:$1 30-day challenge - http://over40shred.com/30daychallengeConnect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/

Do you ever wonder what nutrients your body might be missing? We only have so many hours in a day to consume all the nutrients we need, so how can you know what to focus on? Dr. Dominika Zarzeczny has the answers. Dr. Zarzeczny is a licensed naturopathic doctor, Certified IVIT and BHRT Practitioner, speaker, health & wellness educator, and corporate consultant. Her passion is to help people be as healthy as possible by providing evidence-based, individualized solutions. In this episode, she shares the top ten nutrients men over 40 need but are usually missing in their diet, and how these nutrients can overhaul your mental and physical health. "The more data you have, the more laser focused you can be on your own health"- Dr. Dominika Zarzeczny In this episode: - How much Vitamin D you need to prevent serious illness- How protein intake and muscle mass improve metabolic glucose-insulin and cholesterol- What whey protein is made of and what it does to your body- The overall benefits of magnesium for your mind and body - Different types of Omegas and what happens when we are deficient in any of them- How zinc helps testosterone production - How B6 supports melatonin production, estrogen, and mental health - How to get all the fiber you need through food- The many benefits of antioxidants - How your health issues and current medication can determine what nutrients you are deficient inResources:Mind Muscle Contest- https://www.Over40shred.com/contest Connect with Dominika Zarzeczny: Websites - https://yourwellth.ca/about/team/dr-dominika-zarzeczny/LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/dominikazarzecznyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr_dominika_nd/Connect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness/

Are you struggling with your diet? Maybe you have your gym routine set, but still don’t know what to do about food. Whether you think you can or not, you can cook! And you don’t have to spend a ton of time or money to make healthy, delicious meals. In this episode, guest Kevin Curry explains how. Kevin is the founder of Fit Men Cook, an online community that encourages people to live the healthiest and most fit life they can. After deciding he needed to make a major change, cooking is what helped Kevin through an especially dark time of his life. Now he’s teaching men how to meal prep, choose the right tools for their kitchen, and make cooking enjoyable. Tune in to find out how you can get cooking and start your diet transformation."I'm going to be on this earth for a minute, and I gotta find out how to eat"- Kevin CurryIn this episode: - How Kevin’s fitness journey started and how food helped his transformation- How cooking pulled Kevin out of his habits of overeating and self-medicating with alcohol- The steps you need to take to start cooking with a twist- The key to meal prepping and the commandments of cooking- Why you don't need to spend a ton of money eating organic to be healthy - How to make meal prep fun and enjoyable- What tools you need to have in your pantry- Why Kevin went to Thailand and what happened while he was thereResources:Mind Muscle Contest - https://www.Over40shred.com/contest Let’s Get Checked Testosterone Home Testing Kit – https://www.Over40shred.com/testkitFit Men Cook Book - https://www.amazon.com/Fit-Men-Cook-Women_Always-HealthyAF/dp/1501178725Connect with Kevin Curry: Websites- http://www.fitmencook.comFacebook- https://www.facebook.com/FitMenCook/Instagram- http://www.instagram.com/fitmencook/Twitter- https://www.twitter.com/FitMenCook/Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/user/fitmencookConnect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfit/

Are you a diabetic constantly struggling to keep your symptoms at bay? Or are you suffering from high blood pressure and can’t get it under control? Too many people all over the world can relate, which is why in this episode I’m speaking with the CEO of Fitness Solutions Plus, Igor Klibanov. Igor is a passionate, devoted fitness coach who educates companies through seminars on mental health, healthy aging, weight loss, hormones, supplements, nutritional trends, and more. Today, he digs into the best solutions for people suffering from diabetes and high blood pressure so you can start improving your health and enjoy a happier life. "Calories are king"- Igor KlibanovIn this episode: - How Igor got started in the fitness industry and why he’s so motivated to help older clients become healthier- What is diabetes? Igor explains the different types- What is insulin? What exactly does it do to your body?- The exercise prescription for people suffering from diabetes- Nutrition advice and food options for diabetics to keep things under control and still enjoy delicious food- The importance of getting high-quality sleep to improve your health- The two different categories of high blood pressure and how to get tested- The exercise prescription for people suffering from high blood pressure- Healthy food choices for people who have high blood pressure - Why supplements are so important and how to choose the right ones for youResources:FREE CREATINE GIVEAWAY CONTEST - March – LEAVE A REVIEW and win 1 of 3 bottles of Mind Muscle Nootropic - https://www.Over40shred.com/contest Let’s Get Checked Testosterone Home Testing Kit – Use Code: FUNK20 and get 20% off https://www.Over40shred.com/testkitOver 40 Alpha Fitness Program for Men - https://www.over40alpha.comFree Report - https://www.fitnesssolutionsplus.ca/funk/Connect with Igor klibanov: Websites - https://www.fitnesssolutionsplus.caFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/igor.klibanovInstagram - https://instagram.com/fitnesssolutionsplusConnect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/over40funk/

We’ve all heard a woman say, “There are no good men left,” after having a negative experience with a man. But it’s not that simple, and today’s guest is here to explain why. Regg Miller is best known as the author of What’s Happening to Us? and he’s on the show to share his knowledge about equal rights, sexism, and living in an age of male decline and female assertion. He explains how his must-read book can help men understand who we are and how we can find the strength within us to make the necessary changes in our lives. Tune in and get ready to take responsibility and start becoming the alpha you were meant to be. "We want men to actually stand up and be men again and be what their value is"- Regg MillerOn this episode:- Why Regg wrote his latest book and the two main purposes it means to serve - The responsibilities you have as a man that no woman should take from you - The importance of finding your strength as a man- The key to being able to help our sons be men- The importance of understanding ourselves first before trying to understand women - Regg gives a preview of each chapter in his book and explains why it's a MUST read for everyone - What truly makes a man an AlphaResources:- FREE CREATINE GIVEAWAY CONTEST - March – LEAVE A REVIEW and win 1 of 3 bottles of Mind Muscle Nootropic- Let’s Get Checked Testosterone Home Testing Kit – Use Code: FUNK20 and get 20% off- Over 40 Alpha Fitness Program for Men - https://www.over40alpha.com- What’s Happening To Us – www.over40shred.com/reggmillerbook Discount Code: FunkConnect with Regg Miller: - Website - https://www.whatshappeningtous.com- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/regg.miller.7- Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/ReggMillerBooksConnect with Funk Roberts:- Website - https://www.over40alpha.com - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/over40funk/

In this episode, I speak with Arysta Bogner, who is an international fitness model, mobility coach, and a passionate entrepreneur known for creating the Travel Roller. Arysta suffered through athletic burnout and years of chronic back pain, weight gain, and postural imbalances, among other physical issues. That’s why, in 2007, she decided to grow a life-changing brand from the ground up that is now a must-have tool for top trainers, chiropractors, physiotherapists, athletes, and physical therapy patients. She’s here today to share all the benefits from this amazing product that will do wonders to your body and save you from injury. Stay tuned and get ready to start rolling!"We gotta get the broken people to baseline and then from baseline to awesome" - Arysta BognerIn this episode: - How Arysta went from being overweight and suffering to being almost 40 and a super mom with a 6 pack- What inspired her to get foam rolling started - What exactly is foam rolling and what does it do to your body?- Benefits you will get from foam rolling- Best time in the day to roll and get fully activated - How much time to take in the day to get your rolling done- The proper way to roll to get to the right structure and see your tissues change - Different types of foam rollers and what type to stay away from- Why is foam rolling so awesome, and what are the top 3 key areas in the body that you should be rolling?Resources:FREE CREATINE GIVEAWAY CONTEST - February – LEAVE A REVIEW and win 1 of 3 bottles of Creatine - https://www.Over40shred.com/contest Let’s Get Checked Testosterone Home Testing Kit – Use Code: FUNK20 and get 20% off https://www.Over40shred.com/testkitOver 40 Alpha Fitness Program for Men - https://www.over40alpha.comTravel Roller - https://over40shred.com/travelrollerUse Code: over40alpha and get 10% discountConnect with Arysta Bogner: Website- https://travelroller.comInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/travelrollergirl/Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/pg/travelroller/community/Twitter- https://www.twitter.com/travelrollerConnect with Funk Roberts: Website- https://www.over40alpha.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness/Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/over40funk/Twitter- https://twitter.com/funkmma