In this episode, you’ll hear the real story of Doug and Barb, a retired couple who decided they were done settling for low energy, creeping weight gain, and feeling older than they actually were.
Doug hadn’t been under 200 pounds in more than 30 years. Barb felt tired, achy, and uncomfortable in her clothes. They traveled often, loved being active, and wanted to enjoy retirement without feeling limited by their health.
Twelve weeks later, everything changed.
You’ll hear how they each dropped 15–20 pounds, built consistent habits, learned to eat in a way that fits real life, and finally broke through patterns that held them back for decades.
Their mindset shift, their honesty about what wasn’t working, and the way they supported each other will give you a roadmap for your own comeback.
In this episode, we cover:
• Why their old approaches — keto, cutting carbs, intermittent fasting — never delivered long-term results
• Doug finally breaking the 200-pound barrier after three decades
• How Barb rebuilt her energy, confidence, and strength before a family wedding
• The simple nutrition strategy that helped them stop guessing and start progressing
• How they learned to eat out, travel, and stay social without derailing results
• What changed in their mindset once they invested in real coaching and accountability
• The habits they now rely on to stay consistent in their 60s and beyond
If you’re a man over 40 who keeps telling yourself you “know what to do” but still can’t get results that last, this story will push you to rethink everything.
Doug and Barb are proof that your best years can still be ahead of you when you commit to getting your health back.
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