The Over 40 Alpha Podcast

Life's challenges can lead to overwhelming stress, burnout, and depression, especially for men navigating their 40s. The discussion breaks down these issues, offering practical strategies for managing mental health. Key topics include the importance of self-care, meaningful hobbies, and the need for open conversations about emotional well-being. Discover how integrating healthy habits and seeking support can create lasting changes in your life. Remember, it's perfectly okay to reach out and prioritize your mental health!

You probably have heard the phrase “knowledge is power.” Although there’s some truth to it, knowledge is not all.You may know what to eat and how to train, but if you don’t follow those instructions or if you don’t apply that knowledge consistently, you won’t achieve any results. You know that struggling with consistency and motivation in your fitness and nutrition journey is hard. So if you’re one of those people who can start something, studies all the facts, get results, and then suddenly get off, this episode is for you. If you’re sick and tired of starting and stopping, this is your opportunity to learn why you behave like this and change this pattern for good. Today I’ll share the number one reason why you can’t get motivated and can’t keep a regular schedule when it comes to fitness and nutrition. But besides sharing the reason, I will give you the solution you need to implement to fix this problem and change your life. Get ready to be transformed. “When your health concerns arise, your ‘why’ is gonna highlight the most important part of your life, which is leading a healthy lifestyle so you can prevent further disease and manage that disease and reverse it (in many times).” —Funk RobertsIn This Episode: Knowledge is power, but it’s not allStimulant you need to apply the knowledgeMy son’s journey thanks to these lessonsStudies backing up the importance of a strong “why”The definition of your “why”Effects of not being consistent with your trainingSteps to discover your whySubscribe and Listen on iTuneshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channelwww.over40alphapodcast.comI want to give a MASSIVE thanks to all who are stepping up and leaving5 star reviews.Your support of the Over 40 Alpha Podcast helps to spread the word and ultimately,change the lives of men all around the world over the age of 40, 50 and 60 that struggle with health and fitnessPlease review and one share at a time.Drop that 5 star review.Connect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness

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Navigating belly fat loss after 40 isn’t just about exercise; it’s about lifestyle overhaul. The podcast dives into the difference between subcutaneous and visceral fat. It dispels myths about calorie burning and highlights the effectiveness of high-intensity workouts over lengthy cardio. Nutrition plays a crucial role, along with stress management and proper sleep. Discover the importance of committing fully and making drastic dietary changes to see real results. Get ready for a transformative journey to a healthier you!

A strong pelvic floor can help with tight hips, back pain, and erectile dysfunction. As a former professional athlete, I know about the importance of it. But only a few guys realize they even have a pelvic floor. Most men think that women are the only ones with a pelvic floor and that it becomes relevant to them when they give birth. Although guys may have heard about kegel exercises or Pilates to strengthen that area of the body, they don’t believe these exercises apply to them. But I have news for you. That little area between the anus and the scrotum is your pelvic floor. You need to strengthen it to improve your sexual drive, the functionality of your bladder, and your performance when you train at the gym or practice sports.So today, I have a guest that is a pelvic floor expert. She is Jana Danielson, a Pilates certified instructor, studio owner, and Amazon Best Selling Author. She has spent many years now educating and training people to make them aware of their pelvic floor and how strengthening it will improve their well-being exponentially. Besides, she’s the creator of the Cooch Ball, the world’s first patented pelvic floor fitness tool for women. She also has some solutions for men, so you don’t want to miss out on her wisdom.Jana introduced me to a three-minute routine I now do daily to strengthen my pelvic floor. After listening to this episode, I’m sure you’ll start doing it too. “You can be rocking a six-pack. That does not mean that the rest of your core is strong, right? So understand that the pieces of the core, if they are not, you know, functionally working together, part of it can be functional, but part of it can be very dysfunctional.” —Jana DanielsonIn This Episode: Jana Danielson’s backgroundPilates as a tool for healingDefinition and function of the pelvic floorWhat happens when your pelvic floor is weak?Erectile dysfunction and its connection to the pelvic floorThe Gooch Ball and how it can help youWhy do we spend 20 hours a day sitting?Resources mentioned: Gooch Ball - https://goochball.com/Connect with Jana Danielson:The Cooch Ball Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecoochball/Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jana.danielson/Connect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessSubscribe and Listen on iTuneshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channelwww.over40alphapodcast.comI want to give a MASSIVE thanks to all who are stepping up and leaving5 star reviews.Your support of the Over 40 Alpha Podcast helps to spread the word and ultimately,change the lives of men all around the world over the age of 40, 50 and 60 that struggle with health and fitnessPlease review and one share at a time.Drop that 5 star review.Get it done - Funk

Billionaires around the world are using stem cell therapy as an antiaging method. Although this therapy is one of the most effective components of regenerative medicine. This will become very popular soon, and today's guest explains all about this topic. Dr. Adeel Khan, a regenerative sports medicine specialist from Canada, will unravel the mysteries of this groundbreaking treatment and revolutionize the way you think about health and fitness.As a scientist and entrepreneur, Dr. Khan is a true trailblazer in stem cell therapy. With his vast expertise, he travels the globe, helping people from all walks of life, including high-profile celebrities and world-class athletes. Yes, even the wealthiest man in Dubai has sought his guidance.In this episode, he covers the basics of stem cells, the development of genetic engineering stem cells, the costs of this type of treatment, and the different available options. Besides, we also talk about the fact that muscle is the organ of longevity and why you need to train with weights to age in the best possible way. Myokines, peptides, alternatives to Botox, and meditation are other groundbreaking topics he discusses. It's time to unleash your true potential and embrace a life filled with vitality and limitless possibilities. Join us on this incredible journey as we redefine what it means to thrive in your forties and beyond.“At a very broad level, just think of a stem cell as a cell that has the ability to grow and divide into something. So it can basically replicate itself, and it can turn into other types of tissue.” —Dr. Adeel KhanIn This Episode: What are stem cells?The four main functions of stem cellsStem cells developed with genetic engineeringWhy is muscle the organ of longevity?What is gym therapy?Nuances in diet and exerciseWhy everyone needs a coachWhat are peptides, and how can they help you?Better alternatives to BotoxWhat you need to stop doing to age betterConnect with Dr. Adeel Khan:Contact info - https://linkin.bio/dr-akhanConnect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessSubscribe and Listen on iTuneshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channelwww.over40alphapodcast.com

50 % of men over forty have erectile dysfunction or some type of sexual performance dysfunction. This is massive. This is HUGE. One in two men has this issue. It's unbelievable. It's also unbelievable that this topic is taboo. Men generally don't want to talk about it. But even though we want to keep it under wraps, we need to own the fact that these things are happening to us. Most importantly, we need to learn how to solve them. Today’s guest, Dr. Cory Torgerson, is a leading Canadian plastic surgeon and the developer of The Big Shot, a revolutionary new treatment for erectile dysfunction and penile growth. One of Canada's most respected specialists on men's health and intimacy performance, Dr. Cory Torgerson joins me to talk about erectile dysfunction, how to treat it, and how to be open to listening to information that may feel uncomfortable. You may be silent or in denial, but your wife or girlfriend is already speaking with her friends about your problem. So start doing something to change your reality. Own it, stand up, and listen. This episode is an excellent place to start. “I like to call it ‘sexual performance’ as opposed to ‘erectile dysfunction’ cause it’s kind of a spectrum, isn't it?” —Dr. Cory TorgersonIn This Episode: Statistics and studies about erectile dysfunctionWhy does sexual performance get worse as we age?The influence of porn on sexual performanceLifestyle choices that could cause erectile dysfunctionDo pills help with these problems?Natural therapies that help with sexual performanceRange of men treated by Dr. Cory TorgersonHow did Dr. Cory Torgerson get into this area of expertise?An option for male enhancementResources mentioned: Sovereign Male Clinic - https://sovereignmale.ca/, 59 Hayden St Suite 705, Toronto, ON M4Y 2P2The Big Shot - https://thebigshot.ca/Toronto Hair Transplant Clinic - https://torontohairtransplantclinic.com/Connect with Dr. Cory Torgerson:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/drcorytorgerson/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/corytorgerson/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/TorgersonCoryLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cory-torgerson-89053a14/Twitter - https://twitter.com/drtorgersonConnect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessSubscribe and Listen on iTuneshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channelwww.over40alphapodcast.com

Building muscle is one of the things we struggle with as we get older. This happens because we start to suffer from sarcopenia, the natural muscle loss due to aging. So if we are not consistently in the gym (or at home) engaging in resistance training or building muscle, we will lose our muscles even faster. Unfortunately, the loss of muscle leads to many illnesses and ailments. Some of them are decreased bone density, elevated risk of falls, and slower recovery times. We need to know how to build muscle the right way, which is why I created Muscle Talks and invited coach Flex Marks to this section of the podcast. Coach Flex Marks really brings a different perspective and out-of-the-box training. When he trains people, he gets them results. In this episode, Flex explains his reverse pyramid training, also known as 5/4/3/2/1 training. IT BLEW ME AWAY when I first heard about it in one of our private Facebook groups. And he’s breaking it down for you today. Get ready to understand the philosophy, principles, and programming behind this shocking training. Flex gives you tips and tricks to start implementing it immediately. Take control of your destiny, one muscle at a time. Tune in now and embrace the extraordinary possibilities that lie ahead!“I’m allowing them to think for themselves a little bit as to what workouts they wanna put in the 5/4/3/2/1.” —Jay “Flex” MarksIn This Episode: How to prioritize weaker muscles first in your trainingThe 5/4/3/2/1 methodDifferent types of strength trainingCombination of increased weight and rest periodsExercising mastery of the movementsThe importance of hiring a certified trainerWhat are the hundred reps?Why do we do the training that we recommend our clients doingHow many days a week for training and how many for resting?Connect with Jay “Flex” Marks:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/flexmarks/Freak Squat Training Program – https://www.freaksquadtraining.comPremium Coaching with Coach Flex - https://www.freaksquadtraining.com/products/Connect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessSubscribe and Listen on iTuneshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channelwww.over40alphapodcast.com

If you want to naturally increase your testosterone levels, alcohol is one of the first things you need to cut off. Alcohol increases estrogen, the female hormone. We need to have a little bit of estrogen in our blood, but too much of it causes belly fat storage and man boobs and keeps us counterbalanced. Sleep is essential, too, for the production of testosterone. This hormone is produced in the morning, but deep sleep is crucial. Since alcohol compromises the quality of your sleep, its consumption compromises your testosterone levels.Today’s guest, James Swanwick, is an expert in both alcohol and sleep.James Swanwick is a former SportsCenter anchor on ESPN, CEO and founder of Swanwick Sleep and Alcohol-Free Lifestyle, and host of the podcast Alcohol-Free Lifestyle. His teachings on sleep and alcohol have been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur magazine, and Psychology Today.Swanwick Sleep makes stylish blue light-blocking glasses known as Swannies. These products help people avoid the harmful effects of exposure to blue light and improve their sleep quality.Besides, he’s the author of “The 30 Day No Alcohol Challenge”, a book that helps people let go of alcohol, even if they are only social drinkers, to take their performance from average to the highest level!As you can tell, I had enough reasons to bring James to the show. Tune in to discover amazing hacks you can utilize to quit alcohol for good, improve your sleep and feel even more SuperHuman. “If you’ve got those five pillars (fun, community, accountability, coaching, and skin in the game), you’ll stop drinking. But most people are just tryna use willpower and motivation, and they are stuck in the hamster wheel.” —James Swanwick In This Episode: How did James become an alcohol and sleep expertWhy do you need to do a 30-day challenge but be open to continueThe effects of drinking alcoholHow fast will your health improve if you quit alcohol nowThe 5 components to stop drinkingThe reason why alcohol compromises the quality of your sleepProtective glasses for improving your sleepTips for socializing alcohol-freeConnect with James Swanwick:Alcohol-Free Lifestyle - https://alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/alcohol-free-lifestyle/id1518416850Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jamesswanwick/Swanwick Sleep - www.swanwicksleep.com - Discount Code: FUNK to get 10% off in SwanniesWebsite - www.jamesswanwick.comConnect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessSubscribe and Listen on iTuneshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channelwww.over40alphapodcast.com

When it comes to our health, we know our destination. We know what we want to accomplish and how we want to feel. But to get there, we first need to know where we stand. According to Justin Roethlingshoefer, knowing our Heart Rate Variability is the KPI that tells us where we are on any given day. Then, the 8 controllables are the instructions we must follow to reach our health destination. When I first heard about Justin, I knew he was a former athlete and an excellent trainer. But that’s not all. He is a performance coach to elite athletes and executives, a bestselling author, and a successful entrepreneur. Justin is the co-founder of the Own It Coaching system and the host of the Sports Science and Recovery Podcast. During this episode, Justin explains in detail the characteristics of the 8 controllables. Besides, he shares actionable items you can implement after discovering your HRV. So listen to what Justin says, write the info down, and then create a plan, implementing or replacing one habit at a time. Don’t sleep on this episode. It was life-changing for me, and it will be life-changing for you. “We’ve been just dropped into this space of mediocrity because we’ve disintegrated the mental, the physical, the spiritual, emotional, experience, condition, that we’re living in here on Earth. And if we can’t harness it back together, we are gonna continue to see the disintegration of our health.” —Justin Roethlingshoefer In This Episode: Justin’s backgroundEarly interest in Heart Rate VariabilityAn integrated and holistic approach to healthThe “fake health” stateDescription of the 8 controllablesProtocols to implement in times of high stressPower of the acronym PREPARERole of wearables in HRVConnect with Justin Roethlingshoefer:Website - https://ownitcoaching.com/about/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/justinroeth/Master Your Wearable in 6 Minutes - https://ownitcoaching4496.ac-page.com/masterin6minutescomConnect with Funk Roberts: Website - https://www.over40alpha.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitnessSubscribe and Listen on iTuneshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-over-40-alpha-podcast/id1446632685 Listen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Channelwww.over40alphapodcast.com