đź’Ş The Day After Christmas Matters More Than You Think

PLUS: The “Day One” Mindset Starts Now

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Ryan Engel
December 26, 2025

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TODAY’S LEVEL UP:

  • Coach’s Corner: The day after Christmas matters more than you think

  • Momentum Shift: The “Day One” mindset starts now

  • Question from Our Readers: “What’s the best workout to shake off the holiday sluggishness?”

  • Fit Trivia: Which 80s action star trained with a real boxing champion to prepare for a film role?

The Day After Christmas Matters More Than You Think

It’s easy to hit pause during the holidays…

But the day after? That’s where the winners separate themselves.

Today is when most guys either:

  • Fall deeper into the holiday slump, or

  • Wake up with a plan and get momentum rolling again.

You don’t need to be perfect.

You just need to move:

  • Get a workout in—even 20 minutes counts.

  • Hit your water goal.

  • Prep 1-2 solid meals for the day.

One good day leads to the next. And that’s how we win the rest of 2025.

FROM RYAN’S DESK

Respect isn’t asked for; it’s built. It comes from consistency, restraint, and doing the work when no one’s watching. Discipline sharpens your edge and strengthens your presence. Be the guy who leads by example. That’s where respect is earned.

Momentum Shift: The “Day One” Mindset Starts Now

You don’t need to wait until January 1st.

Why not use today as your unofficial “Day One”?

Here’s a 3-step holiday bounce-back formula:

  1. Hydrate like crazy: – aim for half your bodyweight in ounces

  2. Simplify meals: lean protein + veggies + smart carbs

  3. Move your body: walk, train, stretch, just don’t sit still all day

Momentum doesn’t need fireworks. It needs action.

Question from Our Readers:

“I feel heavy and slow after all the food yesterday. What workout should I do today?”

– Miguel, 48, from Miami

Great question, Miguel.

Here’s a simple full-body routine to reset:

The “Post-Holiday Quick Hit”

  • 10 air squats

  • 10 push-ups

  • 10 bent-over dumbbell rows or band rows

  • 20 mountain climbers

  • 30-second plank

Repeat for 3–5 rounds. You’ll break a sweat, feel lighter, and get back on track.

Fit Trivia: Which 80s action star trained with real-life boxing legend Muhammad Ali’s coach to prepare for a film?

Answer: Sylvester Stallone! To prepare for Rocky sequels, Stallone trained under legendary boxing trainers, including Angelo Dundee, who coached Muhammad Ali. Stallone pushed himself through brutal boxing workouts to give the films authenticity—and it showed on screen.

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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