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The DIRTY Truth about Canola Oil…

by Mike Geary | Jan 25, 2021 | Nutrition Advice

Have you been lied to about the health benefits of canola oil? If you've been following my fitness newsletters for some time, you may have noticed that I NEVER include canola oil in any of my recipes or any of my lists of healthy foods. Many people have asked me why,...

Introducing the toughest guy I know

by Greg Noland | Jan 25, 2021 | Motivation for Men Over 40, Psychology of Strength

During my 40+ years in the fitness industry, I’ve dealt with guys who spend yearsdeveloping their physical strength. So-called toughest guys… They build muscles to help them look good and feel good. They dedicate hours to prepare themselves for whatever challenge is...

Is Saturated Fat Evil or Possibly Even GOOD for You?

by Mike Geary | Jan 9, 2021 | Health Men Over 40

The myths, lies, and misconceptions about saturated fat and your health. I've written many times in the last couple of years about the mistaken beliefs in society about saturated fat and the false perception in the media AND with MOST health professionals that...

GTW Glossary of Health and Fitness Terms

by Greg Noland | Jan 9, 2021 | Health Men Over 40

This is a post to help you understand the gym and fitness jargon. It covers a variety of health and fitness terms you will probably come across during your journey to become fitter. Like any niche, the fitness industry has its own language. If you’re new to training,...

Your Hidden Survival Muscle

by Greg Noland | Jan 6, 2021 | Health Men Over 40

This post is about your Survival Muscle. I bet you can’t guess which is the #1 muscle in your body that eliminates joint and back pain, anxiety and looking fat. This “hidden survival muscle” in your body will boost your energy levels, immune system, sexual function,...

Make Better Choices When Forced to Eat Fast-Food

by Mike Geary | Jan 4, 2021 | Nutrition Advice

I was out recently with some friends and we stopped at a fast food joint. I hate fast food joints, but sometimes everybody else wants to go there, so you just have to make the best of it and find something at least somewhat healthy. If you're forced to eat fast-food,...

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Fat Loss Secrets for Flat Six-Pack Abs

by Mike Geary | October 29, 2020 | Bodyweight Training Men Over 40 | 2 Comments

I had the pleasure of being interviewed recently by a fitness professional from NYC, Certified Personal Trainer, Geovanni Derice. The interview is below and I think you're going to like it... I reveal some of the hardest-hitting strategies for getting rid of that...

The Latest Muscle-Building Workouts For Busy Men

by Greg Noland | November 24, 2025 | Bodyweight Training Men Over 40, Building Muscle After 40 | 0 Comments

Right, I'm going to tell you something that might sound mental... At 42, I was spending at least 8 hours a week in the gym but felt like I wasn’t getting stronger. Between day job, my businesses, family obligations every 5 minutes, and a 30-40-minute round trip to the...

Why Strength Training After 40 Isn’t Optional

by Greg Noland | November 21, 2025 | Bodyweight Training Men Over 40, Building Muscle After 40 | 0 Comments

You've seen the articles. "Strength training after 40 is important." "Lifting weights helps maintain muscle mass." "Resistance training improves bone density." You've read them. You've nodded along. You've bookmarked a few. Maybe you even started a program once or...

Why You’ve Been Making Bone Broth Wrong

by Greg Noland | November 16, 2025 | Nutrition Advice | 0 Comments

Three months ago, I couldn't squat without my left knee feeling like it was grinding bone on bone. At 55, I figured it was just "part of getting older." But when the pain started interfering with my bodyweight exercises, I knew I had to sort it. I did what any...

The Asian Squat

by Greg Noland | November 8, 2025 | Bodyweight Training Methods | 0 Comments

When I first visited Thailand in 1991 to train for a Karate Tournament in the UK, I couldn't help but notice people everywhere squatting in a peculiar position. At my Thai boxing gym, all the lads were doing it while eating, and even people at the bus stop were at it....

Dumbbell Thrusters: Functional Strength for Men Over 40

by Greg Noland | November 3, 2025 | Building Muscle After 40 | 0 Comments

Right, I'm going to cut straight to it. You're a busy bloke with no time to mess about with concentration curls and leg extensions. Between work, family, and everything else life throws at us, who's got two hours to spend in a gym doing exercises that don't translate...

Magnesium Benefits For Men: Health and Performance

by Greg Noland | October 23, 2025 | Nutrition Strategies for Muscle Growth | 0 Comments

Let's talk about Magnesium Benefits For Men... For years, I was doing everything right - training hard, eating clean, getting to bed at a decent hour. But I felt absolutely knackered all the time. I'd wake up 2-3 times every night. Mornings felt like dragging myself...

Turmeric for Inflammation Guide

by Greg Noland | October 17, 2025 | Nutrition Strategies for Muscle Growth | 0 Comments

I'm about to share something that's kept me training hard for years despite decades of injuries that should've stopped me long ago. At 55, my body carries the history of brutal training sessions, old accidents, and wear and tear that's accumulated over 40 years....

Overhead Dumbbell Walks: The Complete Guide

by Greg Noland | October 14, 2025 | Bodyweight Training Methods, Building Muscle After 40 | 0 Comments

(Overhead Dumbbell Walks is part 2 in this series)... I'll never forget the first time Hippie made me hold that concrete bucket overhead. It was 2008. I'd just started back at Thai boxing after my car accident, desperate to reclaim some of the fighter I used to be....

Bodyweight Training for Men Over 40: Complete Guide

by Greg Noland | October 9, 2025 | Bodyweight Training Men Over 40 | 0 Comments

This is the Bodyweight Training for Men Over 40: The Complete Guide because too many men over 40 fail with bodyweight training. Not because they lack motivation or can't do the exercises, but because they follow random workouts with no coherent structure. They see a...

Best Moringa Supplement: Quality Comparison Guide

by Greg Noland | October 5, 2025 | Nutrition Advice | 0 Comments

Why Finding the Best Moringa Supplement Is Harder Than It Should Be If you're over 40 and searching for the best moringa supplement, you've probably noticed something frustrating: the market is flooded with options, and most of them look identical. Same green bottles....

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