The FIT40 Podcast

By Bryan FitzsimmonsHealth & Fitness Nutrition

The FIT40 Podcast episodes

March 17 #388: My Top 5 Healthy Grocery Shopping Tips for Busy Adults
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DESCRIPTION
In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I break down my top 5 healthy grocery shopping tips for busy adults over 40 who want to lose weight, improve their nutrition, and make healthier food choices without spending hours in the kitchen. As a personal trainer and nutrition coach in Greenville, North Carolina, I work with busy professionals and parents who want simple strategies that actually fit their real lives. In this episode I share practical grocery store habits like eating before you shop, meal planning, reading nutrition labels, using time-saving foods, and even ordering groceries online so you can stay on track with fat loss and healthy eating. If you’re searching for guidance from a Greenville NC personal trainer, nutrition coach, or fitness coach for adults over 40, this episode will help you simplify grocery shopping so your nutrition plan becomes easier to follow and sustain.
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16 min
March 10 #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.
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✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track?
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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40

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1 hr 10 min
March 05 #386: The Dark Side of Dieting: 7 Things No One Tells You Before You Start
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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
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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
March 03 #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
February 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
24 min
February 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.
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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
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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
February 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?
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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
22 min
February 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
40 min
February 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
26 min
February 10 #379: How He Lost 100 Pounds and Kept It Off After Years of Failed Diets w/ Chase Smith
HOW TO FIND CHASE
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changing_chaseThe Chasing Health Podcast:
DESCRIPTION
In this episode of the Fit40 Podcast, I sit down with Chase Smith to break down what it really takes to lose a significant amount of weight and keep it off for good. Chase shares his raw journey of losing over 100 pounds, navigating years of failed diets, and finally finding an approach that worked with his life instead of against it. We talk about why extreme dieting fails, how mindset and strength training change everything after 40, and what busy adults can learn from his experience to stop the yo-yo cycle and build results that last. If you’re tired of starting over and want a smarter, more sustainable path forward, this conversation will hit home.
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
59 min