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Nov '25 •
Fitness Questions
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.
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@Keith Hanenian Esq How embarrassing! If I had entirely read the classroom workouts, I would have had my answers about tempo and rest! It’s all there! Thanks.
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Hey Keith. I did your lower body workout today and I am gassed! My legs were shaking when I finished. I used about 75% of the amount of weight that I am accustomed to, but higher reps and slower tempo made this workout a much higher quality of pump! I hate to sound over dramatic about muscle-mind connection, but it is a genuine thing! The only change that I made from your lower body routine, was instead of doing leg curls, I did weighted glute bridges with a 60 lb sandbag. Using a flat bench with deep and slow reps, I could definitely feel my hams and glutes very much engaged! My plan is to do upper body on Tue and Fri, and lower body on Wed and Sat. I walk at least 60 min daily, no exceptions! This platform has really got me excited and motivated to get in my best shape ever! I went to Sam's yesterday and stocked up on some good quality and real foods. No excuses!
6d •
End of January Check-In
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.
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I’m more committed than ever! I did my first upper body workout this morning, using more manageable weights, so that I could do 12-15 reps with a 3-1-1-1 tempo! I had a VERY nice pump followed by my high protein (60 g) breakfast. I’ve decided to really dial in my nutrition and stop guessing about macros, mainly protein and calories. So, I had a RMR test yesterday and discovered that I have a relatively high metabolism, when compared to other men my age (63). My physical job (airline employee) and daily walks of 60 minutes minimum, have allowed me to stoke my metabolism. Apparently my weight plateau is probably due to under eating. I am being encouraged by a nutritionist, to bump my calorie intake to 2200-2400 while still being in a calorie deficit, and see if this will move the needle! These numbers are based on my RMR test of 2664 maintenance calories. I am excited to have found Keith’s style of working out! I really want that vascular and cut look! I have some veins showing now, but I’m looking for more cuts! I am currently 170 19% fat and am striving for 150 15% (or lower) fat. I am 5’8” Oh, I forgot to also mention that I had lab work done. I have my yearly physical next week, so I will be able to discuss any concerns with my PCP.
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@Keith Hanenian Esq A pound a week would be perfect! The older I have become, the more patient I am. Again, thanks for your content!
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Your legs don't respond to intensity anymore the way they did at 25.
Pushing harder on leg day doesn't equal better results. It just means: - Longer recovery times - Destroyed knee joints The guys making real leg progress after 40? They're not squatting heavy. They're not destroying themselves with max weight. They're training with: - Lower weight - Higher muscle control - Fewer sessions - More intentional mind-muscle connection Mind-muscle connection becomes your SECRET WEAPON after 40. It's not just about lifting - it's about TARGETING the muscle. When you can feel every fiber of your quad or hamstring engaging, that's when real growth happens. Most guys are just moving and pushing weight without any direction. How often are you guys training legs each week? It’s the area I see most men skip, even though it’s one of the most important 💪
2 likes • 7d
I just saw your YouTube video on this very subject. In fact, that video is what has led me to this group. I really like your sensible approach to training, for the “older” guy!
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