What got you fit in your 20s won’t keep you strong in your 40s and beyond.

I’m pulling back the curtain on why so many driven men and women in midlife feel stuck despite working hard in the gym and trying to “eat clean.” The truth is, your body, responsibilities, and stress levels have changed—and your plan needs to change with them. 

We’ll cover how to match your training to your current recovery capacity, why less volume done with more intent often wins, and the simple nutrition pillars that actually work for a busy schedule. It’s about aligning your habits with the life you’re living now so you can get stronger, leaner, and healthier without burning out.

Press play and let’s cut through the noise so you can follow a proven, sustainable plan that delivers results, fits your life, and keeps you performing at your best.

Episode Timeline: 

00:00 – Episode Preview

00:47 – Podcast Intro

01:29 – Why Your Old Plan Isn’t Working Anymore

04:31 – Who This Message Is For

05:36 – My Background and Real-Life Perspective

07:55 – Why You Can’t Train Like You’re 20 Anymore

10:45 – Recovery Is as Important as Training

12:37 – More Is Not Better, Better Is Better

13:34 – Finding Your Ideal Training Volume

14:17 – Train With Enough Intensity

15:34 – Rethinking Sets, Reps, and Hypertrophy

21:04 – Old Food Rules Don’t Work Anymore

23:53 – Why You Need a Structured Plan and Coaching

26:16 – Redefining Your Identity

30:15 – Ready to Make a Change?

31:11 – Podcast Outro

Links & Resources:

• Connect with Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/
• Learn more about Ben’s coaching programs: www.bodysystems.com
• Subscribe to the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-nutrition-made-simple-show-with-ben-brown/id1244912234 
•  Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4H8vUlwYvKcAXZOv84sFgT 
• Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoaching