We're about 4 weeks into the year. Most guys who started something new on January 1st are hitting a wall right now. The "New Year, New Me" energy is gone. The motivation has faded. The workouts that felt exciting in Week 1 now feel like obligations. Your body is sore. You're questioning if this is actually working. This is the moment 80% of guys quit. Where are you right now? - Started strong, now struggling? What changed? - Thinking about quitting? What's making you want to stop? Be honest. - Still going but not sure you're doing it right? What feels off? - Nailing it 4 weeks in? What's actually different about your approach? We don't back off as we get older. We get smarter. And you know what that means? If you're a guy who's been training smart for years, who's learned what actually works for a 40+ body, who's rebuilt yourself - you have something to teach. So here's the deal: New guys: Post your situation. Don't wait for me to answer. What's holding you back? Be specific. Experienced guys: Reply. You know what works. Share it. 2-3 sentences. You're not writing a thesis - you're answering a brother. The standards we're building here aren't just physical. They include showing up for each other. Post it below. No perfect answers. Just the truth.

Share your wins. Big, small, or quiet victories. Every rep, every streak, every habit you nailed counts. Celebrate your progress and encourage others - discipline grows when it’s visible.

New week. New challenge. 7 days. No excuses. This isn't about perfection. It's about showing up every single day and proving to yourself you can follow through. Here's what you're committing to: • Day 1: Post your starting point (weight optional, energy 1-10, one thing to fix) • Day 2: Complete a workout + post which one • Day 3: Post your protein sources for the day • Day 4: Post one thing you did to recover • Day 5: Train + post your workout • Day 6: Post one discipline win from the week • Day 7: Post what changed (even if small) Comment "IN" if you're committing to the 7-Day Rebuild Challenge. Let's see who's serious. - Keith

Ask your questions here. Workouts. Recovery. Nutrition. Longevity. Technique. Be specific. Tell us what you’re doing now and where you need help. Someone else is probably facing the same challenge - and this is how we get better together.

Great to have found your work! Since switching to lighter weights, I no longer feel like hammered dogcrap after my workouts. I’ve lifted pretty consistently since 18 years old (60 now), except for a lot of layoffs the past decade due to four spinal surgeries and a full knee replacement. Looking for optimal set numbers and workout schemes. Been doing 3-4 sets but maybe more would be better (I’ve been on TRT for almost two years now). I’m a college prof and work out in our well equipped university gym. Also, with the exception of using a rear delt machine, I’ve avoided direct shoulder work due to an impingement I suffered this past summer. Thanks!