107: What Every Man Should Be Able to Do Physically at 40, 60, and Beyond — Most Ignore This

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I'm David Fenwick, host of Next Third Best Third, and this conversation with Jared Leeper — owner of Build Your Better gym in Georgetown, Texas — is one of the most practical and eye-opening episodes we've done on the show. Jared has 22 years in the fitness industry and he brings it all here, breaking down exactly what a man should be physically capable of doing at 40, at 60, and beyond. We open with one of the most striking contrasts I've heard in a long time — two grandfathers, both 94 years old, living radically different lives based on one thing: what they consistently chose to do with their bodies over decades.

The core of this episode is built around a principle Jared lives by — strength is the mother of all qualities. If you want to get leaner, live longer, burn fat, or feel more alive, the answer starts with getting stronger. We walk through the specific movements every man should have in his toolkit: the ability to sprint, posterior chain strength, squats, and how to build back into all of these safely no matter how long you've been out of the game. If your lower back hurts, your legs are weak, or you've been sitting at a desk for years, this episode gives you an honest, practical starting point.

We close with one of the most powerful stories I've heard — a veteran named Rick who went from 292 pounds and a VA diagnosis that told him his best days were behind him, to losing 92 pounds and building a family and a homestead. The lesson isn't just physical. It's about the lies we believe about ourselves and what's possible when someone comes alongside you and helps you reject them. If this episode connects with you, please subscribe, share it with a man who needs it, and help us get this message out there so more men can make their next third their very best third.

Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome
02:17 – Two Grandfathers at 94
04:35 – What a 40-Year-Old Man Should Be Able to Do Physically
06:53 – Why Every Man Should Be Able to Sprint
09:11 – How to Safely Build Back to Sprinting After Years Away From It
11:29 – The Lumbar Spine Is Your Keystone
13:47 – Top 3 Exercises for Lower Back Strength
16:05 – Squats Are King
18:23 – 10,000 Steps and the Power of Intentional Movement for Sedentary Men
20:41 – The Severely Overweight Man

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.

Don't miss out on this journey towards making the next third of your life the best third!

Website: (https://www.nextthirdbestthird.com/)