Can Guy Over 40 Actually Speed Up Your Metabolism?Also Metabolism Myths Busted: What Really Moves the Needle for Men 40+In the 38th episode, Coach Brian breaks down what “metabolism” actually is, why middle-age weight gain is almost never about a “dead metabolism,” and which strategies truly affect calorie burn and which are marketing hype. We dive into decades of scientific research, client stories, and real-world coaching. If you want clear answers and actionable steps for fat loss after 40, this episode is for you.What you’ll learn:The four components of metabolism (BMR, TEF, EAT, NEAT) and why most people get it wrongWhy metabolism stays surprisingly stable from age 20 to 60Which of the 12 most common “metabolism hacks” actually move the needle and which don’tThe most effective REAL strategies for fat loss and metabolic health in your 40s and 50sA simple weekly action planTwo real client storiesA no-B.S. truth about sustainable fat lossResearch + Study Links (as cited in the episode):Daily Energy Expenditure Through the Human Life Course, Pontzer H. et al., Science, 2021. Finds that total and basal energy expenditure remains stable from ages 20 to 60. Science+1Nonexercise Activity Thermogenesis in Human Energy Expenditure, Levine JA. et al., Science, 1999. Demonstrates that NEAT (non-exercise activity) can drive major calorie expenditure and explain differences in fat gain with overfeeding. PubMed+1Non‑exercise Activity Thermogenesis, von Loeffelholz C. et al., Endotext / Endocrinology Textbook, 2022. Explains wide individual variation in NEAT, up to ~2,000 kcal/day differences between similar-sized people. NCBI+1	• Energy Compensation and Adiposity in Humans, Careau V. et al., Current Biology, 2021. Shows that humans often compensate for exercise by reducing other activity and basal expenditure about 28% average compensation, meaning cardio doesn’t always give the burn you expect. The Call To Rise is a 100-day fat loss transformation experience designed for driven men ready to get back to a healthy body, boost their energy, and lead as a powerful man. Through a proven system of strength training, personalized nutrition, and radical accountability, you’ll drop 20–30 pounds and rebuild confidence from the inside out. It’s more than a fitness program, it’s an body transformation experience with a Brotherhood of like-minded men committed to showing up, leveling up, and leading in a body they are excited about. This is your wake-up call to rise.www.thecalltorise.com 

38: Can Guys Over 40 Actually Speed Up Their Metabolism?

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