The FIT40 Podcast

Bryan Fitzsimmons
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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

  1. 2D AGO

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

    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 trainers, nutrition coaches, and medical professionals can work together to help people improve their health, prevent disease, and build sustainable habits that last for decades. As a personal trainer and nutrition coach in Greenville, North Carolina, I’m passionate about helping busy adults over 40 cut through the noise and focus on practical strategies that support strength, longevity, and real-life consistency. If you’re looking for fitness coaching, strength training, and sustainable weight loss guidance for adults over 40, this conversation will give you valuable insights on building a smarter, more complete approach to your health. 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/ AFFILIATE LINKS: Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40 CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmons Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

    1h 9m

  2. MAR 5

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

    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 trainer and nutrition coach in Greenville, North Carolina, I work with busy adults over 40 who want sustainable fat loss without wrecking their sleep, mood, energy, or workouts. We talk about hunger, performance decline, impulsive decisions, low motivation, and why dieting should always have a clear start and end date. If you're searching for a Greenville personal trainer who understands realistic weight loss for adults over 40, this episode will help you approach fat loss the smart way. AFFILIATE LINKS: Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40 CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmons Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

    22 min

  3. MAR 3

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

    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, I see firsthand how men and women struggle with all-or-nothing dieting, misinformation online, and quick-fix promises that ignore the basics. We break down what actually works for long-term weight loss, how to build consistency into your schedule, and why mastering calories, protein, steps, and strength training will always beat the latest supplement trend. If you're looking for a Greenville personal trainer who focuses on realistic, sustainable fitness for adults over 40, this episode is for you. 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/ AFFILIATE LINKS: Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40 CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmons Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

    54 min

  4. FEB 26

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

    ✅ 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, and your health. As a personal trainer in Greenville, North Carolina, I compare one-on-one personal training, large group training like OrangeTheory, and semi-private training so you can decide what fits your goals, budget, injury history, and need for accountability. If you’re searching for a personal trainer in Greenville NC or wondering what type of coaching will actually help you lose weight, build strength, and stay consistent after 40, this episode will help you make the right call. AFFILIATE LINKS: Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40 CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmons Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

    23 min
  5. #383: From Knee Surgery to Stronger Than Ever

    FEB 24

    #383: From Knee Surgery to Stronger Than Ever

    ✅ 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 sit down with one of my clients I train here in Greenville, North Carolina to talk about her journey after a double knee replacement and what it really takes to get strong again after 40. As a personal trainer in Greenville NC working with busy adults over 40, I see how surgery, pain, and setbacks can derail progress, but this conversation shows what is possible with smart strength training, proper recovery, and the right coaching. If you are searching for help with knee replacement recovery, post surgery workouts, or finding a personal trainer in Greenville North Carolina who understands how to build strength safely after 50, this episode will give you clarity and confidence. AFFILIATE LINKS: Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40 CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmons Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

    36 min

  6. FEB 19

    #382: Are Low-Carb Diets Bad After 40? When They Help… and When They Hurt

    ✅ 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 [HERE] DESCRIPTION Are low-carb diets actually bad after 40… or are they just misunderstood? In this episode I break down the real pros and cons of keto, carnivore, and low-carb dieting for busy adults over 40. We’ll talk about keto flu, cholesterol, heart health, fiber, blood sugar control, weight loss, and why cutting carbs can sometimes help—but often backfires long term. If you’re trying to lose fat without wrecking your metabolism or your relationship with food, this episode will help you make a smarter, more sustainable decision. AFFILIATE LINKS: Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40 CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmons Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

    21 min
  7. #381: From Addiction to Recovery Through Fitness and Hope Is Alive

    FEB 17

    #381: From Addiction to Recovery Through Fitness and Hope Is Alive

    HIA INFO HopeLine Number: (844) 346-7366 Website: https://www.hopeisalive.net/ Finding Hope: https://www.hopeisalive.net/finding-hope SIGN UP FOR THE HOPE IS ALIVE WORKOUT (ZOOM OR IN-PERSON) Sign Up Link: https://go.fit40coaching.com/hia DESCRIPTION In this episode of the FIT40 Podcast, I sit down with Dylan Clem, Senior Program Manager for Hope Is Alive, to talk about his powerful journey from heroin addiction, prison, and multiple relapses to over three years sober. We dive into how fitness, weight training, coaching, and accountability completely changed his life—and how structure and purpose can be the difference between relapse and resilience. If you’ve ever wondered how fitness impacts mental health, identity, and long-term recovery, this conversation will open your eyes. FIT40 LINKS ✅ 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 [HERE] AFFILIATE LINKS: Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40 CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmons Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

    39 min

  8. FEB 12

    #380: 7 Things That Are Secretly Stalling Fat Loss After 40

    DESCRIPTION If you’re over 40, eating “healthy,” and still not losing fat, this episode is for you. In today’s Fit40 Podcast, I break down the seven biggest things that quietly stall fat loss after 40—from under-eating protein and misunderstanding calories to dieting too long without maintenance and obsessing over the scale. We’ll talk nutrition, metabolism, hormones, mindset, and the simple shifts that help busy adults finally see progress without burning out or starting over again. FIT40 LINKS ✅ Feeling low on energy and out of shape but short on time?👉 Get the FIT40 Starter Kit here and start with short workouts and simple nutrition: https://fit40coaching.com/starterkit ✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track? 👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a Free Discovery Call: https://fit40coaching.com/discoverycall AFFILIATE LINKS: Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40 CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmons Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

    25 min
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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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  • Creator
    Bryan Fitzsimmons
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    393
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Bryan Fitzsimmon
  • Show Website
    The FIT40 Podcast