All posts by Dean McMenamin
How Sean Got in the Shape of His Life at 44 – Inspiring His Family To Live Healthier
If you’re a busy dad in your 40s, juggling work, family life, and the desire to stay fit, you probably know how hard it is to make time for yourself. You want to be strong, healthy, and set a great example for your kids—but between work deadlines, school runs, and tiredness, staying consistent is a […]
Continue readingAge 48 and a Physically Demanding Job – How Chris Re-Energised & Got Lean…
When you get past the age of 35 and have to keep up with a demanding job, finding the time and energy to get in shape can feel like an uphill battle. Between demanding jobs, family, and the natural effects of aging, it’s easy to let your fitness slip through the cracks. But the truth […]
Continue reading3 Ways To Stop Quitting on Your Dream Body
I talk with hundreds of men every year who struggle with their health, fitness, and physiques. A common theme is the struggle to keep going after they start something. Many believe they can never seem to get a good run at it without life getting in the way. So they feel stuck in a rut, […]
Continue readingHow Matin Got in The Best Shape of His life at 48
When it comes to balancing the demands of family life, a busy career, and staying fit, many men over 40 find themselves struggling to keep everything in check. It’s easy to let things slip, and before you know it, the body you once knew seems like a distant memory. Maybe you know the feeling? But […]
Continue readingAge 47, 3 kids, Running a Business And An Awesome Transformation
Adam was hiding his body under baggy clothes, dreading summer and feeling stuck in a cycle of frustration. He felt defeated, trapped in a body that didn’t reflect his hard work, and constantly worried about his health and appearance. Adam told me everything he had tried: Hitting the gym, hours on the treadmill, different weight […]
Continue reading4 Simple Ways To Feel, Move, And Look Better Over 40
last weekend I was in Oban delivering a fitness workshop to group of 7 clients I coach remotely. I noticed some things over the two days I’d say are critical and universal for men over 40 to know if they want to feel great (and look as good as they feel). If that’s you? Great, […]
Continue readingWhy I Quit CrossFit.
If you’re one my readers who’ve been here for years, you’ll know I was into CrossFit some time ago. And I get clients and followers who either: 1 – have tried it before themselves. 2 – are curious whether it’s right for them. So I’m gonna share my experience and why I eventually left. First, […]
Continue readingThe Problem With The Keto Diet & Fat Loss
Recently I was talking with a new client who’s been struggling with his weight. He’s a fit lad though. In the gym at least 3 times per week, gets 10,000 steps every day, and does a bit of cardio, too. He even does fasting and follows a keto type diet (most of the time). So […]
Continue readingDo This When You Lose Motivation
A lot of guys struggle with motivation on their fitness journey. Getting started is easy, it’s keeping going that’s the problem. So they’re always in a cycle of starting and stopping. Whether with just training or eating, or both. Maybe you know the feeling? If so, today we’re gonna get to the bottom of this. […]
Continue reading5 Lessons From 1.5 Years Fat Loss & Muscle Gain Progress
When someone comments on how well you’re looking or notices changes in your physique, it’s hard to beat that feeling. You’ve been putting in the hard yards and finally, you have that confirmation it’s all paying off, because people are noticing the change. It takes a while into the process, but when the comments start […]
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