#131 - Consistency Beats Genius (With Dan Meredith)
This week, I’m joined by none other than my long-time friend, co-host, and the “Beast” from The Body and The Beast, Dan Meredith.For years, Dan and I sat down every Wednesday to record our podcast together, and now we’re bringing that energy back with a new monthly series right here on my show.In this episode, we dive into:Why success isn’t about genius but about consistency, risk tolerance, and asking for helpThe myth of the “success bucket” and why lifting others up helps you level up tooHow to manage distraction, build focus, and “earn the right” to switch offThe power of time-blocking and designing routines that actually work for youA few trademark tangents on dating apps, quotes, and yes… pretty privilegeIf you’ve missed the banter, the insights, and the occasional bit of chaos from The Body and The Beast, you’re going to love this.Tune in for unfiltered advice, plenty of laughs, and practical takeaways you can apply straight away.
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#130 - The Golden Rules of Training After 40
Ready to get in the best shape of your life and finish the year with a professional photoshoot? Click here to apply for RM40 “Shoot Shape” (starts 8 Sept) In this episode, Jay lays out the six golden rules that let you lift hard now and still be lifting in your 50s, 60s and beyond. Expect practical programming tweaks, ego-checks, and recovery tactics you can use this week.Joint-first trainingChoose movements that feel smooth on joints and ditch anything that triggers 4/10 “bad pain” or form breakdown, swap it immediately. Track everything (or track nothing)Log sets, reps, and loads. Follow the Weekly Beat-Down Principle: beat last week by +1 rep or +1.25–2.5 kg.Small plates, big gainsUse double progression: once you hit the top of your rep range with 1–2 reps in reserve (RIR), add the smallest weight next session. The 60-Minute RuleLift 3–4 days/week for 45–60 mins. Prioritise three compounds first, then accessories if energy remains. Listen to your body’s budgetHigh stress or poor sleep? Auto-reduce volume by 20–30% or do light technique + easy cardio.Sleep like your gains depend on itThey do. Chase 7–8 hours with consistent wake time and a cool room. Treat sleep as the most important “set” you do.
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#129 - The Burnout Playbook: How to Spot It, Stop It, and Reignite Your Fire
Men Over 40 – Want to rebuild your body, energy, and mindset?Apply for the next RM40 intake here:Feeling flat, drained, or like you're running on fumes?This episode is your burnout blueprint. Jay shares his personal story of hitting the wall, the warning signs most men miss, and the simple daily habits that bring you back to life.In this episode:3 red flags you're burning outWhy rest isn’t working anymoreThe brutal cost of chasing “busy”Micro-recovery tools that actually helpRuthless boundaries & reconnecting with what lights you upQuote of the episode:"Burnout isn’t doing too much. It’s doing too much of the wrong things."
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#128 - The 5 Midlife Paradoxes That Are Keeping You Stuck (And How To Break Free)
Click here to apply for my RM40 Programme Starting on 8th SeptemberIn this solo episode, I dive into the five biggest paradoxes people face in midlifeFrom being successful but stuck, to strong but unseen.If you're over 40 and feel like something’s off even though life looks good on paper, this is for you.You'll learn:Why achievement can trap youWhy no one checks in on the strong onesWhy more knowledge leads to more hesitationHow time slips through your fingersWhy being vulnerable still feels unsafeIt’s real, raw, and packed with hard truths you probably need to hear.🎧 Tune in now and if it hits, share it with a mate.
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#127 - Your ULTIMATE Summer Survival Guide
Summer’s here, and so is the chaos!Kids are off school, routines are out the window, and for many men over 40, health and fitness goals go straight on the back burner.In this episode, Jay shares six brutally honest, no-BS strategies to help you stay in shape without acting like a monk at a BBQ. If you’re looking for a plan that works in the madness, not just when life is perfect, this one’s for you.Inside This Episode:Why “shrinking the goal, not the standard” is your summer survival mindsetThe Barbecue Mode nutrition strategy that keeps your waistline intactHow to switch from ‘gym guilt’ to realistic summer movementThe biggest alcohol mistake people make in July and AugustWhy presence > perfection – and how your kids will thank you for itThe 20/20/20/20/20 daily challenge that changes the game📥 FREE DOWNLOAD: 40 Books Every Man Should Read at 40Ready to sharpen your mind while you reshape your body?👉 Grab your free ebook here
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