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064: 🎙️ How to Get Fit Without Going to the Gym | Fitness Tips for Beginners, Travelers & Seniors

September 08, 2025 • David Fenwick

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Hi, I’m David Fenwick, host of Next Third Best Third, and in today’s episode, I’m joined by my friend Carrie Jensen, a multi-talented trainer and nutritionist. We dive into practical strategies for men who want to get in shape without ever stepping foot in a gym. From beginners intimidated by gym equipment, travelers on the go, to seniors aiming for longevity, this episode is packed with actionable tips you can start today.

Carrie shares insights on home workouts, resistance bands, TRX, brisk walks, and simple exercises you can do while waiting for coffee or even traveling. We also discuss nutrition, breaking unhealthy cycles, tracking progress, and building small wins that motivate you to keep moving. Whether you’re overweight, elderly, or just looking to create a sustainable fitness routine, this episode gives you everything you need to start.

💡 Key Takeaways:
✅ Build confidence before entering the gym
✅ Home exercises using body weight, counters, stairs, and bands
✅ Nutrition tips to break cravings and fuel your body
✅ Tracking progress with journals, heart rate, and small wins
✅ Fitness for travelers: TRX, bands, and hotel room workouts
✅ Total-body movement for seniors: mobility, balance, and core stability

Importance of hydration, breathing, and sunlight for emotional & physical health

📌 Timestamps:
00:03 - Welcome Back & Guest Introduction
0:48 - The Gym-Intimidated Man
2:18 - Overcoming Gym Anxiety & First Steps
7:30 - Home Workouts & Brisk Walks for Beginners
16:44 - Helping Extremely Overweight Individuals Start Moving
24:17 - Nutrition vs. Exercise: What Matters Most?
25:24 - Fitness Tips for Travelers & Minimal Equipment Workouts
31:41 - Staying Active as You Age: The Elderly Client’s Journey
36:15 - Breathing, Hydration & Total Body Health
40:54 - Balancing Physical Health with Mental & Emotional Well-Being

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Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on:

- Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age.
- Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress.
- Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships.
- Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections.
- Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook.

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