🍗 Why You should Prioritize Protein For Fat Loss After 40

PLUS: How to stay motivated when you hit a plateau?

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Michael Pender & Ryan Engel
September 24, 2024

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TODAY’S LEVEL UP:

  • Coach’s Corner: Why you should prioritize protein for fat loss after 40

  • Question from Our Readers: How do I stay motivated when I hit a plateau?

  • Must Know: The importance of mobility for men over 40

  • Fit Trivia: Which 80s action star had to gain muscle for a sequel after initially being cast as a scrawny hero?

Why You Should Prioritize Protein for Fat Loss After 40

As you age, your body’s metabolism naturally slows down, making fat loss a bit more challenging. But here’s the good news—protein can help you fight back. Here’s why it’s especially important for men over 40:

  • Maintains Muscle Mass: After 40, muscle loss accelerates, which can lead to a slower metabolism. Prioritizing protein helps preserve muscle mass, keeping your metabolism in check and making fat loss easier.

  • Boosts Recovery: Protein aids in muscle recovery, which becomes more important as your body takes a bit longer to bounce back from tough workouts.

  • Supports Hormonal Balance: A diet rich in protein helps stabilize blood sugar levels, which can prevent spikes in cortisol—the stress hormone that contributes to belly fat.

Make sure you’re getting around 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight daily to keep your body lean and strong.

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Question from Our Readers:

“How do I stay motivated when I hit a plateau? I feel like I'm working hard, but the results aren’t showing like they used to!”

  • Dave, 45, Sales Manager, from Chicago, IL

Hey Dave, hitting a plateau is common, especially for men in their 40s, but don’t get discouraged! Here’s how you can reignite your motivation and get back on track:

  • Change Your Routine: Your body gets used to the same workouts over time. Try incorporating new exercises, increasing your weight, or switching up your cardio to challenge your muscles differently.

  • Focus on Strength: Instead of only chasing fat loss, focus on getting stronger. Progress in your lifts will keep you motivated, and strength training is key to maintaining muscle mass as you age.

  • Reevaluate Your Nutrition: At 40+, your body’s needs change. You may need to adjust your calorie intake or tweak your macros to keep seeing progress. Make sure you’re eating enough protein and the right balance of carbs and fats to support your goals.

Keep going—progress might slow down, but it’s still happening!

The Importance of Mobility for Men Over 40

As we age, flexibility and mobility become crucial for maintaining an active lifestyle and preventing injuries. Here’s why you should start incorporating mobility work into your routine:

  • Prevent Injuries: Tight muscles and joints can lead to strains, tears, and other injuries. Mobility exercises keep your body limber and reduce the risk of injury, especially when lifting weights.

  • Enhance Performance: Good mobility allows you to perform exercises with a full range of motion, leading to better results and more effective workouts.

  • Ease of Movement in Daily Life: Whether it’s picking up your kids or playing weekend sports, better mobility makes everyday movements easier and more enjoyable.

Try dedicating 10-15 minutes a day to stretches and mobility exercises, focusing on common problem areas like hips, shoulders, and lower back.

Fit Trivia: Which 80s action star had to gain muscle for a sequel after initially being cast as a scrawny hero?

Answer: Michael Biehn! Best known for his role as Kyle Reese in The Terminator, Biehn had to bulk up for his role in Terminator 2, undergoing rigorous training to get action-hero ready.

Ryan Engel, Intl. Fat Loss Coach

Ryan is a leading fitness coach and one of the most known professionals in the space.

He specializes in Body Recomposition and visual body aesthetics and has reached millions worldwide with his powerful messaging. He brings a unique, non-nonsense, yet sophisticated approach to body change.

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