Fitness industry lies and how to get healthy in middle age..

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  • Опубликовано: 13 дек 2024

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  • @Flyingjaffacake
    @Flyingjaffacake 2 месяца назад +3

    I have no idea why RUclips recommended your channel but I'm very happy. I'm approaching middle age and want down to earth advice on how to stay in shape... I'm quite tired of the common RUclips fitness experts, lots of over complicated and contradictory advice.
    Thank you

  • @impulse894
    @impulse894 5 месяцев назад +17

    From a bodybuilder, I can only say I’m impressed by the amount of knowledge and meticulousness. Correct and useful information. Thank you!

  • @teresahunt5521
    @teresahunt5521 Год назад +294

    You're in great shape! 57 year old female gym junkie myself! Sadly, fit females are perceived as stupid bimbos. That is so frustrating! When I leave the gym, I go home, shower, and go to work as a nurse for 10-12 hours. Keep up the good work!

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +41

      Great job! Thanks for watching and thanks for the great job you do as a nurse. I think males get similar stigma. People think they are narcissistic playboy types. Im just here trying not to die young!! Thanks again and have a great day!

    • @MichaelB2L
      @MichaelB2L Год назад +1

      It’s funny that females who are regularly exercise are perceived as stupid when they clearly have the brains to take care of themselves. I’d imagine most people who think gym junkies are stupid are probably overweight, lazy and stupid.

    • @teresahunt5521
      @teresahunt5521 Год назад +1

      @@MichaelB2L I prefer to have brains AND gains. Sadly, nurses are some of the most unfit people I know. I get a lot of shade for my "shape" even from other medical personnel. They think I eat like a rabbit and live at the gym while I'm clearly at work every day cramming in huge healthy meals between patients. They are blind to what actually works.

    • @agnosticpatriot
      @agnosticpatriot Год назад +4

      Not for every one.😊

    • @nsiebenmor
      @nsiebenmor Год назад

      I don’t know anyone who sees fit people as bimbos.

  • @scc8728
    @scc8728 Год назад +19

    Thank you, it's true how we start to feel at middle age that this is sometimes an excuse. Eating clean and lifting weight consistently for 4 years here. No six pack yet but I'm healthy and I can eat heaps. I feel fantastic and today I even did a forward flip on the trampoline with my kid. Doesn't sound like much but that feels like an achievement at 46

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +5

      Thanks SCC. Congrats on your fitness journey, that is awesome! I think the 6 pack thing is personal preference aesthetically. It doesnt really denote any health aspect. Plenty of people much fitter than me who dont have abs displayed. You have to weigh the desired aesthetic against your food intake preference. Nice one on the front flip!!

    • @ForgeMasterXXL
      @ForgeMasterXXL 5 месяцев назад +1

      Well done mate, everything that you get to enjoy with your kid is the best reward of all.

  • @undeaddonkey1413
    @undeaddonkey1413 Год назад +35

    I'm almost 50 , am a former Federal LEO, and have been going to the gym for years. Thank you for putting content out there like this solely out of the goodness of your heart. A lot of people are led astray by the fitness industry and need help. People like you are what make the world a better place. Keep up the good work!

  • @nathanielf48
    @nathanielf48 Год назад +10

    I'm so glad I found your channel, iv been suicidal iv been an addict since I was 16 when I picked up herion. I cleaned myself up and got in to recovery and started hitting the gym got super strong good muscle. My job was physical working in security. But 5 years ago I relapsed and very quickly my physical and mental health got bad quickly. I had to have sn operation to save my leg from amputation. I felt so ashamed of myself I started isolation and iv been bed bound for 5 years now. But iv seed your channel and its giving me a kick up the ass. Iv asked my brother for help he's still in great shape his boys a all fighting and training. I kno being around positive people I can get fit and good muscle tone. And your right if you train right and look good in 6 months. Iv subed to your channel and will be watching. Ps I'm 44 and it's time to do the dance again lol thanks. 😊

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +1

      Great to hear bud. Good luck!!

    • @corvanphoenix
      @corvanphoenix 2 месяца назад

      I'm 44 & doing the dance again too bro. Fkit. I can't help tripping over, I hate getting up again, but then I remember I hate that black hole eating me even more.

  • @nataleekelly2496
    @nataleekelly2496 Год назад +8

    Thank you so much for your straight out no bs proper information. I'm a 49 yr old woman. Thank you for giving me hope and direction. Much love to you.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +1

      I am very pleased you found it useful. Have a fantastic day Natalee!

    • @nataleekelly2496
      @nataleekelly2496 Год назад +2

      @@thatgearguy absolutely! I respect & admire the fact that you are willing to help others so generously with no gain for yourself other than knowing you are impacting & influencing others is such a positive way. Credit where it’s due. 😊 Have a great day too 😘

  • @andrewgeorge7576
    @andrewgeorge7576 Год назад +17

    I'm 38 and I have recently started my fitness journey. Been overweight pretty much all my life, not drastically, but never been fit or happy with my appearance. Although I dabbled in training when I was young and I've been pretty sporty playing rugby in my teens and 20s, I've always struggled with the balance between diet and fitness.
    In Sept I had ballooned to 230lbs at a height of 5'8", so I decided to get a health and nutrition coach. Through pretty much doing exactly what you have said in this video 5 days weight training 30mins cardio daily I've dropped 30lbs and I have another 30lbs in my sights to go before start to build muscle and add calories. I've fallen down the RUclips misinformation rabbit hole of late and your video is so refreshing as it's given me the faith that I am actually on the right path and I need to just keep going. I am the person who has done the fad diets and ended up heavier than when I started because they were quick fixes and didn't give me the tools I needed to sustain a healthy weight and lifestyle moving forward.
    I can speak from experience to what you say because I have been depressed, demotivated and frustrated with how I look. It affected me and everyone around me because I looked to blame everyone else for why I felt the way I did instead of looking at the reason I was feeling that way and taking action. I now love to go to the gym and train where as before I couldn't stomach it because of poor self-perception. Im amazed at how different I feel by just taking care of myself. Health and fitness isn't something that should have an end goal ......I'm hoping to make this a way of life and continue to improve and build upon what I have achieved. But most importantly not tear myself down because it's not happening fast enough or allowing all the marketing BS to cloud what is a healthy approach to maintaining healthy body and mind. Thanks for a refreshingly honest video.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +3

      Love this comment. Your nailing it bro!

    • @corvanphoenix
      @corvanphoenix 2 месяца назад

      Good on you mate, there's no such thing as magic, no matter how many times someone tries to tell you bla bla bla is it somehow.
      Keep things as simple as you can, until you've got a good few weeks of regular training under your belt. The hardest part of serious lifestyle change isn't the size of the goal, it's the time you give yourself to get on the right track. Once you've got that track record of regular attendance, you'll be loving the difference you can already feel, you haven't hurt yourself or burnt out from pushing too hard too soon. That time really let's you see what you do & don't enjoy. For example, my sis loves cardio but it bores me to tears, so I'll do way more resistance training.

  • @NikeMS11
    @NikeMS11 Год назад +13

    Finally, a guy my age preaching truth and giving actual, usable advice. Cheers, Mate. Knew you were worth listening to just by your hat. Thank you.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад

      Haha the hat comment killed me dude!! Glad you enjoyed it!!

  • @chilemad
    @chilemad Год назад +26

    Honestly, hand on heart, one of the best and honest vids I’ve ever watched on YT. So much BS and mis-direction out there, refreshing to hear your take and will take it on board. I’m 44 so a lot of what you said hit home. Thank you for taking the time to throw this out the community, was well thought out and had superb structure.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +5

      Thanks, comments like these are why I put it out there! Great to hear!!!

  • @noahschechtel8979
    @noahschechtel8979 Год назад +2

    Unfreaking unbelievable GREAT GREAT TRUE REALISTIC ADVICE...TO THE LETTER!!!THANK YOU..KEEP IT UP!!

  • @BetaSpydog
    @BetaSpydog Год назад +44

    This just happened to come across my recommended and I'm super happy it did. This is a great example of what non corporate funded nonsense looks like for fitness. I really personally appreciate you including your diet and workouts for where you have seen improvements. Great stuff, and ill certainly stick around for more.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +10

      Thanks bud, I really appreciate the comment. I will do more on this subject as it has proven popular. I might do a breakdown on foods people assume are healthy and one on different supplements. See how they are received. Have a great day!!

    • @letsdothis9996
      @letsdothis9996 Год назад +3

      Lucked on your video, what an honest description, train 5 days a week and can't get lean at all , so I'm gonna try your diet and training I'm in late 50,s and believe I can do it, you've given me a new determination 👌

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +5

      @@letsdothis9996 You can absolutely do it. Its 70% diet. Buy plenty of plastic storage tubs and get cooking!!

    • @letsdothis9996
      @letsdothis9996 Год назад +3

      Thanks for your help,yep ill buy them today, I was scared of carbs in any form even got down to one meal a day with no changes, so let's try and see, thanks again, starting this morning I've got oats in the cupboard (never opened) 😀

  • @dougcarter2987
    @dougcarter2987 Год назад +82

    I went from 230 to 177 at present from dropping sugar, lowering carbs and processed foods. I eat clean and beef and chicken and many many foods but make them myself and don't really buy packaged foods from stores. I'm low bodyfat and have kept it that way for a while now. I found what works and will continue to stay as healthy as possible at 50.

    • @Dylancla
      @Dylancla Год назад

      I'm at 207 from 230 on keto but im now adding carbs to stop the loss and maintain I'm on hrt so my muscle are cutting pretty well

    • @tommi7523
      @tommi7523 Год назад

      how long did it take you to lose the weight?

    • @rickfowler5342
      @rickfowler5342 Год назад

      @dougcarter Great job Doug! Do you have any videos discussing your journey or what has worked for you?

    • @joshh8833
      @joshh8833 Год назад

      Did you drop sugar totally or just things like candy and snacks

    • @dougcarter2987
      @dougcarter2987 Год назад +1

      @@joshh8833 I dropped sugar for quite a while till I was where I wanted to be. Now I'm not saying I'm jumped directly to eating candy and cake after but I did allow myself a few cheat type foods after 😉

  • @pedtheobenmarjr
    @pedtheobenmarjr 9 месяцев назад +2

    Rock Solid advice ~ thanks so much for succinctly compiling.

  • @KieranWxm
    @KieranWxm 6 месяцев назад +2

    Subscribed today.
    Very late to add a comment, but wanted to say how informative and inspiring this video is.
    I’m trying to get into better shape at 52 and it’s the discipline of what I eat and drink that is definitely the main issue.
    I go to the gym 5 times a week, but perhaps focussing on the wrong exercises. Mostly HIIT type classes.
    Thank you for sharing the diet and fitness regime. It’s re-inspired me to sort my diet and fine tune my exercise of choice. Thank you.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  6 месяцев назад +1

      A pleasure bud, glad you enjoyed the content!!

  • @MichaelGibala
    @MichaelGibala 5 месяцев назад +3

    New subscriber from Texas. Thank you. I appreciate your pace, candor, and thoroughness. It shows you care. Well done.

  • @carlwoods4564
    @carlwoods4564 Год назад +2

    Brilliant, honest lucid advice mate cheers. I'm 51, two boys and used to exercise a lot. I still walk a lot, but I'm getting back into Kettlebells. Good to see some honesty in the fitness industry for a change. I see so many juice heads on Social media promoting bs products. Keep up the good work.

  • @wlk7318
    @wlk7318 5 месяцев назад +1

    Superb video. I have taken loads away that I am going to use. Thanks.

  • @remembertheporter
    @remembertheporter Год назад +1

    This covers pretty much all you need to know! Great tape

  • @stevenginnever5343
    @stevenginnever5343 Год назад +2

    Great video, such sound advice. You may have blown your chance at some sponsorship. But I commend you for opening people's eyes to the diet companies, clearly ripping people off. I am 62 year's old with the belly problem, I will be following your advice. Cheers and thanks again
    Steve.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +1

      Thx Steve glad you got some inspiration!

  • @gregshaw8858
    @gregshaw8858 Год назад +16

    In a nutshell. It took me over 20 years to figure all this out. Im 45 and now in the best shape of my life. It's great how you've explained it all so well. Wish I'd seen it 20 years ago lol.

  • @spyman52
    @spyman52 Год назад +5

    Nice video. You've got it. Added sugar, no, cook your own food. Lean towards protein. Lift, walk,/run, etc...good regimen. I.m 59 and happy to be here. I'd add exercise the grey cells as well and read. Well done!!! I think I'll subscribe.

  • @djamelmax8757
    @djamelmax8757 Год назад +1

    Thanks for sharing this man, very valuable informations

  • @tallen316
    @tallen316 Год назад +11

    Thank you very much sir. This is very inspiring. This is what needs to be heard in the fitness realm. Unfortunately, it won't be because it does not sell. Please more diet, exercise, and nutritional videos. We need to hear from guys like you who people like me can relate to!

  • @drewsharratt564
    @drewsharratt564 6 месяцев назад +14

    My 17 son hits the gym for hours at a time and im always telling him he doesn't need to be there that long. I suspect he might be trying to hit the heaviest weights too. He never listens to me so I'm going to show him this. You will.probably have more influence 😄

    • @misanthrophex
      @misanthrophex 5 месяцев назад +4

      Let him do what he wants. As long as he's being safe. It's absolutely ok to spend 4 hours at his age, but he should get enough calories for that as well.
      Also he must get his school work done.

    • @mr.shin.5138
      @mr.shin.5138 4 месяца назад +4

      Your son is talking to girls, leave him be unless he's doing something wrong 😅

    • @Kayaoffshore
      @Kayaoffshore 3 месяца назад +2

      Just feed him shed loads of protein and keep telling him he looking good and getting bigger, stay off the juice !

  • @joshuasarfati5520
    @joshuasarfati5520 Год назад +1

    Thanks for your realistic take on fitness.
    Thanks for keeping it real

  • @Barry-tp2vd
    @Barry-tp2vd 6 месяцев назад +1

    Spot on bro' 100% honest knowlage for us all . Boom . Another proud moment ❤

  • @notraxxful
    @notraxxful Год назад +1

    Wow, so much wisdom here. Thanks for sharing.

  • @OldCarsAreFun
    @OldCarsAreFun 4 месяца назад +3

    Ive got the same problem, got injured during kickboxing classes, I remember thinking something like "in a month or so, I will be training again, lets enjoy pizza and other snacks for a while now." Anyway my injury was bad, healing took way longer than I anticipated, while my diet got worse and worse to the point I didnt care to about it at all. Gained 15 kgs in no time.
    Now I am slowly training at home again and taking care of my diet. My injured knee still holds me back when doing lunges or squads, but its getting stronger now.

  • @piakiby1566
    @piakiby1566 Год назад +5

    Well done. I struggle to get back in shape. This was inspirational. Respect. Thank you. Stay healthy.

  • @CorkyStClair-jf1ry
    @CorkyStClair-jf1ry Год назад +2

    Thanks for the great idea at 36:10. I've started mixing yogurt and casein as my late night snack. Casein is a little hard for me to get enthusiastic about, but now I look forward to my yogurt with something for flavor.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад

      No problem bud. Glad it was useful!! Stawberry casein and natural yoghurt with a few red grapes or strawberries is the bomb!

  • @scournyer
    @scournyer Год назад +1

    Thanks, enjoyed your video.. being an “ older guy” I appreciate you sharing your thoughts.. staying in shape when you’re 30 is no big deal. Banging on the door of 60 is a different story.. ha ha.. appreciate ya, be well.

  • @antonysimpson5304
    @antonysimpson5304 Год назад +1

    Great info, straight to the point and simple. I will give it a go.😊

  • @scottfoster9452
    @scottfoster9452 3 месяца назад +1

    Once again I thank you for your time and effort in sharing your knowledge, experience and encouragement, on how to live a healthy lifestyle. 🙂
    I also have cruciferous leafy greens, and at least one clove of garlic a day, it is amazing. ✌️👍

  • @insightfulminds9037
    @insightfulminds9037 Год назад +2

    Well done. You've re inspired me to sort myself out after a few weeks out of the gym, daily drinking and lack of motivation. Cheers 👍

  • @iosifo3472
    @iosifo3472 Год назад +2

    Thank you for sharing your experience special for over 40 years who look to get healthy and in shape

  • @tylerdurden4289
    @tylerdurden4289 4 месяца назад +1

    Glad I found this channel, you’re an interesting bloke with a lot to say but not big headed in the slightest. Great content on your channel mate, all the best to you

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  4 месяца назад

      @@tylerdurden4289 Thanks and glad you like the content. Love the @ BTW! 80s version was the best..

  • @johnthefrogakakrazert819
    @johnthefrogakakrazert819 2 месяца назад +1

    I am 38 started getting into fitness pilates tea-bo and mauy thai now.
    This used to be imposible for because of health issues that got fixed becuase of a reversed misdiagnosis.
    thanks for making this.

  • @williampatterson717
    @williampatterson717 Год назад +2

    Most people will listen to your video in think about time well done. The truth and people like me would love to see your training how you do your training workouts and a bit more into your diet. If not thanks for this video and cheers for telling the truth.💪👍

  • @micaonyx5301
    @micaonyx5301 Год назад +43

    I'm a 62 year old female and have worked out since my teenage years. At 59 I joined a high impact Zumba class late and SMOKED ALL the the 20 and 30 year old ladies in class. When class was over the instructor thanked me for joining the class and bringing so much energy to the class because they were trying to keep up with me, so sad. I'm a landlord and my workers don't think twice about asking me to help lift something heavy. I always thought eating a bunch of rabbit food was bs, because there was NO WAY I could carry 50-60 pounds of top soil or concrete eating a salad. Financially I could hire someone to do what I do, but why on earth would I pay them to have all that fun🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +5

      That is awesome to hear Mica!! Stay strong!!!

    • @tobycokes1
      @tobycokes1 4 месяца назад

      Donald Trump like

    • @corvanphoenix
      @corvanphoenix 2 месяца назад

      I am 44 & I look a lot younger & healthier. I like gym classes but only go a few weeks a year, when my fitness fanatic twin sister comes to town, I go with her. Lol!
      There's a woman or man like you in a lot of the classes - so you won't catch me out! Lol! I wouldn't even try to match you! 😂❤

  • @Danjoswal
    @Danjoswal 4 месяца назад +4

    Great video, there's definitely a trend with these influences overcomplicating things!
    Where do you get your shirts from? Love em

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  4 месяца назад +1

      Thanks! Superdry!

    • @corvanphoenix
      @corvanphoenix 2 месяца назад +2

      Lol, he replied, but he's the 2nd quality you tubing, fit English male in his 40's, who wears a sh*tload of Superdry. Matt Easton from Scholar Gladiatoria is the other.
      I understand they're a premium Japanese brand who do simple comfortable designs with quality.

  • @billyweeksrealsmallclosetm8484
    @billyweeksrealsmallclosetm8484 Год назад +1

    thanks for sharing your regimen....refreshingly sensible and real presentation.

  • @thebigshu3177
    @thebigshu3177 Год назад +1

    What a great video, thank you for the information, I’m gonna give it a go!!

  • @kingwest7328
    @kingwest7328 Год назад +1

    Very helpful information thanks

  • @Rosonicole
    @Rosonicole Год назад +1

    Good for you! I hope that I can do it this time for good. Make the full commitment of changing my lifestyle. 31 years old and already had a scare.

  • @patrickdilauro6868
    @patrickdilauro6868 Год назад +1

    Thank you for sharing your experience. It is inspiring me to continue on my journey to a healthy life.

  • @Turglayfopa
    @Turglayfopa 4 месяца назад +1

    I agree the "bad" food is processed food. It goes together with what you said about us having more time than we think. Time spent watching shorts could be spent cooking whole foods.

  • @martyscott1974
    @martyscott1974 Год назад +1

    I enjoy your channel. Great info. Thank you

  • @DarylHaskell
    @DarylHaskell Год назад +1

    I agree with the other positive comments on here. THANK YOU for being so honest and doing this out of the goodness of your heart (not financial gain). You're a good dude. The world needs more people like you.

  • @timthorne3721
    @timthorne3721 Год назад +1

    Very honest, well balanced, and motivating.

  • @cfhall54
    @cfhall54 Год назад +1

    Great job and thanks for sharing. I love the simplicity.

  • @smooth7689
    @smooth7689 Год назад +1

    Best advice I have seen for a long time

  • @cpinch73
    @cpinch73 Год назад +1

    Thank you! At last someone saying it how it is. Brilliant video 👍

  • @AP32
    @AP32 Год назад +2

    Great video Sir! I'm a personal trainer and I agree 100% with you. Thanks for telling the truth. I lost over 100 pounds and kept if off 17 years ago so I back everything you're saying. I'll be sharing your video.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад

      Thx Buddy! Really glad you liked it!!

  • @juancarlospena7089
    @juancarlospena7089 Год назад +2

    Wow! Love your honesty. If this isn’t motivation I don’t know what is.

  • @lav773
    @lav773 Год назад +1

    Thanks for the information 👍. I need to here this .I'm 2 months into getting in shape

  • @komoru
    @komoru Год назад +6

    Also, the once a weak 'cheat meal' can work for some. It works for you. But it can also turn into a 'cheat day' rather than a 'cheat meal' for some of us who have binge eating tendencies. it's like if you're a recovering alcoholic and allowing yourself to get drunk once per week, it's easy to backslide into old habits. Jeff Cavalier of Athlean-X has one cheat meal a year, which is a slice of cake. That's it. Different strokes for different folks.

    • @krisamagus1
      @krisamagus1 Год назад

      Jeff is a liar. You can eat anything, just do exercise and cardio. Don't overeat too many times.

  • @ironempress
    @ironempress Год назад +1

    Found this video super helpful. No nonsense with great information.

  • @tcw7757
    @tcw7757 Год назад +3

    high volume low calorie food, that is what I do, I'm 45 and have 10% body fat. 6 days a week train, 3 weights and 3 boxing. spot mate with everything in my book. great video

  • @mariiikar
    @mariiikar Год назад +1

    This guy is a breath of fresh air! Keep making vids. Only thing I would say is please create chapters :D

  • @marinapfahler2022
    @marinapfahler2022 Год назад +13

    As a woman I found this video absolutely point on the truth!!

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад

      Thanks for watching Marina! It is great to have some female input here! Have a fantastic day!!

  • @demolashittu9811
    @demolashittu9811 Год назад +1

    I like this vid…quite relatable & devoid of usual BS on these kinda topics…kudos for courage to pull this off bro.

  • @neiltheken
    @neiltheken Год назад +14

    Great video, I'm nearly 52 & I follow a diet & exercise regime similar to yours. Everything you say is correct, it ends up being a way of life.

  • @petrus_the_rock5145
    @petrus_the_rock5145 Год назад +1

    You have me inspired. Thank you.

  • @jaspersquire5931
    @jaspersquire5931 3 месяца назад

    I’m new to your channel and enjoying your vids. There’s a lot of research on effective weight training. What’s important to know for us older gym rats is that you don’t need to train to failure. You get 99% of the benefits leaving 1 or 2 reps in the tank… BUT you get a much greater reduced risk of injury and much faster recovery when you train just short of failure.

  • @hiltonfleming2765
    @hiltonfleming2765 Год назад +1

    Brilliant, thank you so much!

  • @KingSB187
    @KingSB187 4 месяца назад +1

    Great video mate and well done on your achievement.
    Really appreciate how you wrote everything out for us too, god bless and wish u all the best for the future

  • @RumonHoque-v8t
    @RumonHoque-v8t 11 месяцев назад +1

    Inspirational ❤definitely need to work out

  • @stevefurlong79
    @stevefurlong79 Месяц назад +1

    I needed this!

  • @smartmarketingpros
    @smartmarketingpros Год назад +1

    Chris, thanks for this personal update. I'm approaching 60 so your insights was on point for checking that 'just-let-it-go' mindset.

  • @PEBLO4u
    @PEBLO4u Год назад +1

    Great post! You explained what I tried to others. Tired but keyed in. Others refused to stick to it and falloff because of being uncomfortable. It becomes less and less uncomfortable as you go. Age is only a number... We have to pay attention to lol

  • @TR-zf6io
    @TR-zf6io Год назад +4

    Great video and great advice!! I'm right there with you. Been about 230 lbs for years and years and years (Mid 40s). This past summer I just decided to cut out exces junk food. Lost a few pounds over a month and that was enough motivation to go full bore with loosing weight and getting in shape. Started using a calorie/macro counter app to keep a calorie budget and started working out 3-4 days per week (upper lower split) with 20-30 minutes of cardio after. I'm now down to 190 lbs 6 months later and am still going strong. Eating more whole foods, adding weigh protein powder to keep my protein intake up around 160g/day, but still allowing myself a little treat every now and then. No foods are off limits, but foods high in calories and low in nutrition are kept to a minimum. I haven't looked this good since my early twenties.

  • @RandomUselessKnowledge
    @RandomUselessKnowledge Год назад +3

    I like it. I agree with you, it’s all about consistency. I usually train 5 days a week but I can attest that you can’t out train a crap diet. I work in the law enforcement business so I can relate to needing to be in fighting shape at all times. Great work brother.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад

      Thanks for your service. You are 100% right on the diet. The gyms are full of people who wonder why they dont get results. Its 70% about diet, the training is the easy/fun part!!

  • @Custodian123
    @Custodian123 Год назад +5

    The unbiased nature of the video is where the real value is. Decent.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +1

      Thanks for the comment. Appreciated!

  • @scepticskeptic3794
    @scepticskeptic3794 4 месяца назад +1

    Very inspirational, thanks.

  • @IDIOTBoxxx22
    @IDIOTBoxxx22 Год назад +2

    Great useful content and no fluff. All the best keep pressing.

  • @delaineymacphearson6850
    @delaineymacphearson6850 Год назад +12

    64, saw you today thought I would join and see if I can gain some motivation. I have the desire. Let’s see how this goes. I have been thinking about a whole foods plant based diet. My struggle is I’ve had bariatric surgery and getting enough protein without having to consume large amounts of food. The more I can learn through this journey the better off I’ll be.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +2

      I did a plant based diet post injury. I bought into the whole healing/plants movement. It did nothing to heal me and I lost a lot of muscle tissue! It can be done but as you say it involves the digestion of very large volume to get the protein values up there. I couldnt deal with consuming that much plant matter and nobody in my vicinity would have appreciated the gas by product!!

  • @robert.h1718
    @robert.h1718 Год назад +2

    Love your story and advice this has definitely given me motivation at the age of 39 to carry on with my weight loss journey. After many failed attempts !!! Thank you 🙌🏼

  • @SuperRoyboytoy
    @SuperRoyboytoy Год назад +1

    Great video👍 And love your shirt.

  • @rbbuildsandleisure1470
    @rbbuildsandleisure1470 Год назад +7

    Thanks for the vid, a lot of what you say is relatable to myself, I was a bit of a mess in 2020, overweight and very unfit I watched some good vids on youtube which got me thinking and started taking action, I cleaned my diet up and immediately got results, I also do fasting and the gym at least 3 times a week, I follow another youtuber who honestly changed my life, I dont want to hijack your thread so let me know if you dont mind me naming him. I think the basic rules to follow are sugar and processed carbs are absolute poison and resistance training is the way forward especially as you get older.

  • @Rick-gb5jj
    @Rick-gb5jj Месяц назад +1

    Im 49, decided to get fit when COVID came along. Achieved decent results, but ive had several episodes of tendonitis. Thanks

  • @CousinDupree1
    @CousinDupree1 4 месяца назад +1

    This is a great video! The man knows his Chit!

  • @theartist5720
    @theartist5720 Год назад +1

    13:40 best advice I could ever get about overtraining and fat burning thank you so much

  • @ttstts8573
    @ttstts8573 Год назад +2

    5.11 best of the best. Diet + fitness with no smoking and alcohol = good mind and body levels. I'm 58 years old. Try to keeping this simple rules. My fitness level is 47 year old and proud of that.

  • @FillTaylor
    @FillTaylor Год назад +5

    Nice job, dude -- both in your results and in your explanations. Much of your personal history mirrors my own so I can relate to it. I just subscribed and look forward to insights in your future content.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +2

      Thanks Fill, really glad you liked the content!

  • @markwells6524
    @markwells6524 Год назад +1

    Fantastic honest video,speaking the truth,great work mate👍💪🇦🇺

  • @Sativa989
    @Sativa989 5 месяцев назад +1

    Good ole muscle memory nice work getting closer to where you were at physically especially for your age bracket.

  • @trap7196
    @trap7196 Год назад +2

    Great advice. Thanks for sharing this. I'm in my 50s now and ready to hit it and get me into breeding stud shape. I've been looking for this exact advice, you're a badass!

  • @mitchydean8256
    @mitchydean8256 Год назад +3

    OMG thank you so much I appreciate all your help you're amazing and beautiful soul for sharing all this information with us!!!,🙌🙌🙌🥰🥰

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад

      A pleasure Mitchy! Thanks for the comment!

  • @lkevinl35
    @lkevinl35 Год назад +5

    Great, honest, intelligent & Informative video. Thank you, and congratulations on your success! 👌🏾

  • @rogerhugh177
    @rogerhugh177 Год назад +1

    Great video,Informative,No nonsense,brilliant stuff !

  • @sabrinafrederick4141
    @sabrinafrederick4141 Год назад +2

    Great video! The most honest fitness video I’ve ever seen.

  • @Gray-zi5bp
    @Gray-zi5bp Год назад +1

    Thank you sir for your honesty. 💯🇬🇧🇯🇲👍

  • @oraleparanormal9479
    @oraleparanormal9479 Год назад +1

    Awesome advice thank you everyone should see this video

  • @TheTommyd93
    @TheTommyd93 Год назад +1

    Great content mate. Much love from down under.

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад

      Thanks Tommy, glad to hear that!! Have a great day bud!

  • @darcywright8777
    @darcywright8777 Год назад +1

    Late arrival here... 17:30 about waking up and feeling amazing... NO! I'm 39 with Tourette's and bad arthritis. I HURT! But I will say I feel 100 times better after my morning work out at 5:00 am. It helps loosen up my muscles, especially my low back which is the worst in the morning. I've never been a real morning person but just do it! Go to the gym before work. You will feel better all day, mentally AND physically!

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад

      Agree and well done for going. Most people would use arthritus as a reason NOT to gp...

  • @arcticblack3764
    @arcticblack3764 Год назад +8

    How is this not viral? A video every gymbro should see

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +1

      Thanks bud, really appreciate the support!

    • @kwameadams1140
      @kwameadams1140 Год назад +2

      because it all makes sense. People want to be lied to hun...

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад +1

      @@kwameadams1140 That is very true. The reason all these crazy supplement and easy fat loss programs sell is because they provide what people want to hear, not what actually works..

    • @MichaelB2L
      @MichaelB2L Год назад

      Too many people want the chest code or magic pill unfortunately.

  • @jasonfermin3312
    @jasonfermin3312 Год назад +1

    New subscriber thank you, dealing with blood pressure

    • @thatgearguy
      @thatgearguy  Год назад

      Mine was high when I started this regimen. It was 170 over 95. Now down to 130/80. Cutting all overly salted foods was the biggest game changer.

    • @jasonfermin3312
      @jasonfermin3312 Год назад +1

      @@thatgearguy Thank you, I will follow your nutrition and exercise regimen, and thank you for your advice, I'm 55 years old needed this video. Very inspiring

  • @gawaniwhitecrow2731
    @gawaniwhitecrow2731 Год назад +1

    Good work boss 🙏🏾

  • @djek1976
    @djek1976 Год назад +1

    Almost 47 and getting motivated again.
    Thanks 🤘🏻