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TODAY’S LEVEL UP:
Coach’s Corner: The #1 Underrated Movement For Men Over 40
Pro Tip: Why You Should Track What You Eat, Even If It’s Not Perfect
Question from Our Readers: “Can I get lean without counting calories?”
Fit Trivia: Which 1980s action movie star competed in professional kickboxing before hitting Hollywood?
The #1 Underrated Movement For Men Over 40
Want one move that builds your core, grip, posture, stability, and even mental toughness? The farmer’s carry is it.
Why is it perfect for men over 40?
It strengthens stabilizers that protect your joints
It builds functional, real-world strength
It improves posture and counteracts years of desk work
It burns more calories than you'd expect
Just pick up two heavy dumbbells, walk with purpose, keep your chest up, and your core braced. Add it to the end of your workouts and watch everything else get better.
FROM RYAN’S DESK
Momentum doesn’t appear out of nowhere; you build it through disciplined action. One good decision leads to another. One workout leads to a better day. One clean meal leads to better energy. Be the guy who stacks wins, even small ones. That’s how momentum takes over.
Pro Tip: Why You Should Track What You Eat, Even If It’s Not Perfect
We’ve all heard “abs are made in the kitchen,”
But here’s the truth: you can’t improve what you don’t measure.
Even if you don’t want to weigh every gram of food forever, tracking what you eat for just one week can reveal the truth behind:
Energy crashes
Stalled weight loss
Poor sleep or recovery
Not hitting your protein needs
You don’t need to be a macro-counting robot. But a few days of awareness might be the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for.
Question from Our Readers:
“Do I have to count calories to get lean?”
– Anthony, 46, Tampa, FL
Great question, Anthony. The short answer? No, but you do need to understand your calories.
Here’s how you can lean out without hardcore tracking:
Focus on protein at every meal (30–40g is ideal)
Use your hand as a guide: palm = protein, fist = carbs, thumb = fat
Cut liquid calories (soda, alcohol, juices)
Eat 80% of your meals from whole foods
Keep meals consistent throughout the week
Think of it like this: You don’t need to count your money every day to stay out of debt—but you do need to know what you’re spending.
Fit Trivia: Which 1980s action movie star competed in professional kickboxing before hitting Hollywood fame?
Answer: Jean-Claude Van Damme! Before his legendary splits and slow-motion spin kicks in Bloodsport, Van Damme had a legit kickboxing record. His background in martial arts gave him that signature blend of athleticism and aesthetics—something every guy over 40 should aim for: lean, flexible, powerful.
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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