302: Why Most Guys Are Losing Muscle, Motivation, and Their Edge — and How to Get It Back Ft. Ali Gilbert
Release Date: 06/30/2025
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What if your low energy, poor sleep, and lack of drive aren’t just signs of getting older… but signs that you’ve stopped taking care of yourself?
In this episode, I talked with Ali Gilbert, a coach who works with men on their health, hormones, and habits. We got into why so many men feel like they’ve lost their edge and why it’s not just about testosterone. It’s about stress, poor recovery, and not asking for help until things get worse.
We covered what really causes low sex drive, how stress and past experiences can affect performance, and why some men feel stuck trying to live up to an outdated idea of masculinity. Ali shared what she sees with men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s who’ve spent years focused on work and family, only to realize their health has taken a back seat. We also ran through common myths about testosterone and which methods actually help.
Key Takeaways:
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Masculinity doesn’t mean hiding your emotions
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Low sex drive and energy are often signs of stress, not just low testosterone
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You can’t lead, protect, or provide at your best if your health is falling apart.
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Ali Gilbert is a men’s health expert known for helping men optimize their hormones, especially testosterone, through smart training, lifestyle strategies, and lab-based health insights. She's often called the “Queen of Men’s Health” and is the founder of the Silverback Summit, an event focused on advancing men’s health and performance.
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@thealigilbert (IG) https://www.instagram.com/thealigilbert/
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Host Nate Palmer The founder of The Million Dollar Body and Author of "The Million Dollar Body Method", Nate has been in the industry of coaching over 15 years and has worked with over 1000 clients personally.
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Nate Palmer’s Website: https://milliondollarbodylabs.com/
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"The Million Dollar Body Method" by Nate Palmer: http://getnatesbook.com
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Lean Energy Stack: https://milliondollarbodylabs.com/pages/lean
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@_milliondollarbody (IG) https://www.instagram.com/_milliondollarbody