The 5 keys to weight loss
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 747 of the 40+ Fitness Podcast, Coach Allan breaks down the five essential keys to successful weight loss. Whether you’re looking to shed a few pounds, build strength, or simply create healthier habits, today’s episode offers practical tips and real-world wisdom to guide you on your journey. From cultivating the right mindset and understanding your true motivations, to embracing mindful eating, prioritizing whole foods, and building resilience through adaptable planning, Coach Allan shares the foundational strategies that make lasting results possible. TIme Stamps: 02:28 Key #1...
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Weight loss maintenance done right with Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 746 of the 40+ Fitness Podcast, Coach Allan welcomes back Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson, New York Times best-selling author and founder of Bright Line Eating. In this episode, we dive into her latest book, "Maintain: Three Simple Shifts That Turn Temporary Weight Loss into Lasting Freedom." Weight loss is an incredible achievement, but as many of us know, maintaining that loss can be even more challenging. Dr. Peirce Thompson shares why shifting your identity and developing the right mindset and resources are crucial for sustaining weight loss. We'll explore the three key...
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Does it really matter to you?
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 745 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan dives into a powerful formula for achieving lifelong health and fitness, uncovering the real reasons why so many of us struggle to follow through on our wellness goals. Drawing from personal experiences and practical examples, Coach Allan explores the often-overlooked costs—and investments—of making meaningful change, including time, effort, money, and the crucial concept of opportunity cost. Whether you’re aiming to lose weight, get stronger, or simply live a healthier, more energetic life, this episode is packed with insightful...
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Two futures
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 744 of the 40+ Fitness Podcast, Coach Allan explores the concept of "The Two Futures" when it comes to your health and fitness. This episode is about empowering you to choose a path toward a more energetic, healthy, and fulfilling future. Coach Allan shares personal stories and practical guidance, helping you envision what you truly want out of your life if you knew you couldn't fail. We dig into how to keep the activities and relationships you love, stay true to yourself, and be present for the moments that matter most. Time Stamps: 03:22 Imagining a future without limits 08:52...
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Are you willing to embrace the suck?
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 743 of the 40+ Fitness Podcast, Coach Allan asks the tough question: Are you ready to embrace the suck? In this special solo episode, Coach Allan opens up about a challenging stretch in his own life, including the loss of his mother, managing a complicated estate, and facing his own health setback with a cancer diagnosis and major surgery. Through his personal experiences, Coach Allan explores the crucial importance of building a strong base—physically and emotionally—to handle life’s inevitable setbacks. This episode dives into the value of consistent healthy habits, doing...
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Q&A - Motivation, Functional Fitness, Power, and Supplements with Coach Allan
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 742 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan dives into a listener Q&A, addressing some of the most common—and crucial—questions facing health-minded adults over 40. Coach Allan unpacks strategies for staying motivated as a couple, outlines foundational functional fitness exercises for those in their 60s, explains the importance and methodology of power training as we age, and explores the real role of supplements, vitamins, minerals, and hormones in optimizing your health. Time Stamps: 03:22 Sharing goals and supporting partners 06:46 Setting goals and accountability 11:08...
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Find function for a better life with Scott Fulton
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 741 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan sits down with Scott Fulton, an internationally recognized expert in positive aging, to discuss his groundbreaking book, Function: Turn Your Blind Spots Into Strengths. Drawing from his extensive background as a researcher, author, and university lecturer, Scott shares powerful insights into the five key domains of function—strength and power, cardio and recovery, mobility and balance, flexibility and structure, and cognitive and neuromotor ability—and explains how identifying and improving your weakest link can dramatically...
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How heat makes you healthier and more fit with Bill Gifford
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 740 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of heat and its effects on health and fitness with renowned science journalist Bill Gifford, author of Hot Wired: How the Hidden Power of Heat Makes Us Stronger. Together, we explore how heat is both a risk and a remarkable tool for healing and performance. From the dangers of heat exhaustion and heat stroke to the powerful health benefits of sauna, hot tubs, and other heat-based modalities, Bill shares the latest research and practical insights. You'll learn why sweating is a sign of good health, how heat adaptation...
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Fall prevention, vitality, and longevity with Dr. Jacques MoraMarco and Dr. Yun Kim
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 739 of the 40 Plus Fitness Podcast, Coach Allan is joined by Dr. Jacques Mora-Marco and Dr. Yun Kim, authors of the book, Walking Your Way to Vitality. Together, they dive deep into how integrating walking, breathwork, and mindfulness can profoundly transform your health; especially if you're over 40. In this conversation, you'll discover that walking is far more than just putting one foot in front of the other. The doctors share fascinating insights into different styles of walking, such as "retro walking" (walking backwards), animal-inspired Tai Chi walks for balance and fall...
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Dealing with kidney cancer with Dr. Nitin Yerram
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 738 of the 40+ Fitness Podcast, host Coach Allan is joined by urologic oncology expert Dr. Nitin Yerram to shed light on a topic that hits especially close to home—kidney cancer. As Coach Allan himself recovers from a recent radical nephrectomy, he shares his own journey, making this conversation both timely and deeply personal. Together, they dive into why kidney cancer is being diagnosed at younger ages, the often subtle signs and symptoms to watch out for, and the realities of detection—including why blood in the urine is a red flag that can't be ignored. Dr. Yerram unpacks...
info_outlineOn episode 734 of 40+ Fitness Podcast, we dive into the world of hybrid athleticism with Alex Viada, renowned coach, educator, and author of The Ultimate Hybrid Athlete: A Definitive Guide to Achieving Peak Athleticism Across All Disciplines. Hosted by Allan, this episode explores what it really means to be a “hybrid athlete”—balancing strength, endurance, and overall resilience no matter your age.
Alex shares his journey from clinical research to coaching more than 1,000 athletes, and explains how anyone—regardless of body type or background—can train to be both strong and enduring.
You'll learn about eliminating “junk volume” in your workouts, the true meaning of progressive overload, and how to periodize your training when you’re balancing multiple athletic goals.
Plus, Alex introduces the RAMP warm-up system, and offers practical strategies for staying healthy, fit, and mentally sharp well into your 40s and beyond.
Time Stamps:
05:38 Embracing Growth Beyond Identity
07:21 Training with Intent
10:17 Progressive Overload Simplified
15:06 Hybrid Training and Progression
18:43 Steps to Optimize Workout Prep
22:56 70/30 Diet Planning Approach
23:52 Balance Life and Sharpen Mind
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