Bryan Fitzsimmons

The FIT40 Podcast

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This podcast is for people 40+ who are interested in simplifying their health and fitness so they can get leaner, stronger, and feel incredible. bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

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Bryan Fitzsimmons

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#408: Ditch Food Guilt: Practical Eating Habits with Registered Dietitian Liv Rahal 20.10.2026 31:20

HOW TO FIND LIV Liv’s Instagram: @livlaughlemons Fettle & Food: @fettle.food Website: https://www.livlaughlemons.com/ WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION n this episode of Fit40,...

#407: How to Start Strength Training After 40: A Beginner’s Guide 25.08.2026 20:33

GYM PROGRAMS TrainHeroic Link: https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/fitzsimmons-program-1772712794?attrib=602256-pod MYZONE CARDIO Apologies, the article I referenced has apparently been deleted or I’m just unable to find it WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & tim...

#406: How To Burn Belly Fat 18.08.2026 18:50

AI RECIPE PROMPT This is for a client aiming to consume 1500 calories daily and 90g of protein daily. Adjust as needed. Fill in your favorite meals for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Also provide the restaurants you go to and what you like to get. Don’t worry about it being “healthy.” The prompt will make sure you hit your targets. Give me 5 very simple meal options for breakfast, 5 for lunch & 5 for...

#405: What to Eat Before and After Working Out: A Practical Fueling Guide for People Over 40 11.08.2026 17:35

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION Ever wonder what you should actually eat before and after exercise to feel energized instead of bloated or faint? In this episode of the Fit40...

#404: Why Personal Training Works for Some (And Fails for Others) 04.08.2026 22:52

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION In this episode, I'm breaking down why personal training works for some people and completely fails for others. As a certified personal trainer...

#403: The Labels You NEED to Start Reading 28.07.2026 14:40

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION On this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I'm digging into something most people over 40 never think about when it comes to reaching their health g...

#402: Why You Can't Out Exercise A Bad Diet 14.07.2026 13:58

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION Why can't you out-exercise a bad diet? As a certified personal trainer and nutrition coach in Greenville, North Carolina, I break down the real...

#401: The Disconnect Between GLP-1 Drugs & Fitness 30.06.2026 26:33

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION If you’re using GLP-1 medications like Ozempic or Wegovy and also trying to strength train, this episode is a must-listen. As a certified perso...

#400: Outcomes Over Protocols, Best Fitness Wearables, How To Improve HRV & VO2 Max 23.06.2026 34:35

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION Welcome back to the Fit40 Podcast! As a certified personal trainer and fitness coach here in Greenville, North Carolina, I’ve spent over a deca...

#399: How To Restart Your Fitness After Vacation 16.06.2026 19:45

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I break down exactly how to restart your fitness after vacation without falling into the destructive trap...

#398: 3 Simple Tips to Stay on Track During Summer Vacations 02.06.2026 19:53

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION Are you heading out on summer vacation but dreading the thought of losing all your hard-earned progress? In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast,...

#397: From Yoga to the Weight Room: Why Adding Strength Training Changes Everything 26.05.2026 14:47

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION Welcome back to the FIT40 Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with one of my incredible clients, Marijane, to discuss her inspiring transforma...

#396: Keeping Up With The Kids: Top Exercises For Pain-Free Parenting 19.05.2026 17:57

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast , I'm breaking down the top five exercises every parent over 40 needs to master to stay active and injury-...

#395: How to Start a Fitness Journey: 5 Essential Tips for Beginners 12.05.2026 15:34

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION Ready to kickstart your health without the "bodybuilder" intensity? In this episode, I'm breaking down the five pillars of starting a fitness j...

#394: How to Lose Weight Without Giving Up Pizza, Dessert, or Your Social Life w/ Mike Doehla 28.04.2026 54:20

WHERE TO FIND MIKE Instagram: @mikedoehla WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I sit down with Mike Doehla, founder of Stronger U, to break do...

#393: Not All Nutrition Advice Is Good Advice 21.04.2026 19:43

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ Email: Bryan@fit40coaching.com DESCRIPTION In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I break down why most nutrition advice you hear is either incomplete, misleading, or flat-out wrong—and h...

#392: You Know You Need More Protein… Here’s How to Actually Do It 14.04.2026 22:06

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ DESCRIPTION In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I break down how to choose the right personal trainer in Greenville, North Carolina and why not all trainers are created equal. If you’r...

#391: Not All Personal Trainers Are the Same… Here’s How to Tell the Difference 07.04.2026 26:27

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ DESCRIPTION In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I break down how to choose the right personal trainer in Greenville, North Carolina and why not all trainers are created equal. If you'r...

#390: Why You Crash Every Afternoon... And What to Do Instead 31.03.2026 14:37

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ DESCRIPTION In this episode, I break down why so many busy adults over 40 hit that brutal afternoon energy crash and what to do instead. I share simple nutrition and fitness strategies t...

#389: Updated Fitness Guidelines Every 40+ Adult Should Know 24.03.2026 31:37

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ DESCRIPTION In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I break down the brand new ACSM exercise guidelines and what they actually mean for busy adults over 40. As a personal trainer in Greenv...

#388: My Top 5 Healthy Grocery Shopping Tips for Busy Adults 17.03.2026 15:51

FREE GROCERY GUIDE & PFC CHEAT SHEET https://fit40coaching.com/ (located at bottom of the home page) DESCRIPTION In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I break down my top 5 healthy grocery shopping tips for busy adults over 40 who want to lose weight, improve their nutrition, and make healthier food choices without spending hours in the kitchen. As a personal trainer and nutrition coach in Greenvi...

#387: Harvard-Trained Doctor Reveals the Truth About Functional Medicine, Lab Tests, and Health Influencers w/ Dr. Eryn Russo 10.03.2026 1:09:14

HOW TO FIND DR. RUSSO Website: https://balancedbodies.io/ Instagram Eryn- https://www.instagram.com/dr.eryn__balancedbodies Vinny- https://www.instagram.com/vinnyrusso_balancedbodies DESCRIPTION In this episode of the FIT40 Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Eryn Russo and Vinny Russo from Balanced Bodies to talk about what a truly effective health and fitness team looks like. We dive into how personal...

#386: The Dark Side of Dieting: 7 Things No One Tells You Before You Start 05.03.2026 21:42

WORK WITH ME ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ DESCRIPTION In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I break down the dark side of dieting and the seven things no one tells you before you start a calorie deficit. As a certified personal...

#385: Washing Veggies, Peptides, and Shiny Object Syndrome in the Fitness Industry w/ Chris Bealhen 03.03.2026 53:37

HOW TO FIND CHRIS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conquer_fatloss Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Conquerfitandnutrition DESCRIPTION In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I sit down with Chris Bealhan to talk about sustainable fat loss, peptides, GLP-1 medications, and why busy adults over 40 keep getting pulled into shiny fitness trends. As a personal trainer in Greenville, North Carolina...

#384: Which Type of Personal Training Is Actually Right for You After 40? 26.02.2026 23:21

✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Intro Call. Pick a day & time by clicking this link: https://fit40coaching.com/social/ DESCRIPTION In this episode of the FIT40 Podcast, I break down which type of personal training is actually right for you after 40, especially if you’re a busy parent trying to balance work, family, a...