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Health Performance Coach To Entrepreneurs | Tweets on Fat Loss and Optimizing The Body | On a Mission to Transform A Billion Lives Through Health and Fitness
Apr 21 9 tweets 2 min read
This 3 minute breakfast got me to 12% body fat

At 46, I got my abs back and this breakfast is the biggest reason why.

Here's what's in it and why it works: Image I call it Glop.

It looks disgusting, tastes great, and the best part is it takes less than 3 minutes to make.

It contains 4 ingredients:

300g low-fat Greek yogurt
1-2 scoops whey protein
1 tbsp psyllium husk
100g frozen fruit

That's 350 calories. 40-60g protein. 10g fiber.
Apr 18 14 tweets 5 min read
How accurate are wearables like Apple Watch, Whoop, and Oura?

A researcher compiled 16 studies to find out, and the answer might shock you: Image A researcher (username: Kygoapp) on the subreddit QuantifiedSelf compiled the most comprehensive breakdown of wearable accuracy I've seen.

If you want to read the original post you can go here:

Here's what the data actually says:reddit.com/r/QuantifiedSe…
Apr 16 12 tweets 4 min read
I max dosed psyllium husk but did not expect this.

For the past 28 days, I've maxed out on psyllium husk, taking two tablespoons 3x a day, and it's quietly changed my life.

Here's what it did to my body: Image What is psyllium husk?

Psyllium husk is a soluble fiber.

It absorbs water and forms a gel in your gut.

That gel slows digestion, feeds your gut bacteria, and controls how your body handles glucose and cholesterol.

Most people think it's just for constipation. Big mistake. Image
Apr 11 11 tweets 2 min read
10 foods that are almost impossible to overeat on a diet:

1. Watermelon

One of the highest volume-to-calorie ratios of any fruit. The water content slows how fast you eat, which gives your brain time to register fullness before you overdo it. 2. Cucumbers

15 calories per 100g.

They're 95% water with a satisfying crunch.

It takes 10 lbs of cucumbers to match the calories in one large order of fries.
Apr 1 9 tweets 2 min read
Humans used to walk 16,000–17,000 steps a day.

The average American now walks 3,000–4,000.

Here's what actually happens to your body when you start walking more: Image Minutes 2-5:

In the first two to five minutes of walking, especially after a meal, your muscles start pulling sugar from your blood for fuel.

This blunts the blood sugar spike that makes you store fat and crash mid-afternoon.
Mar 28 11 tweets 3 min read
The world's easiest diet to eliminate visceral fat: Image Visceral fat is the fat wrapped around your liver, pancreas, and intestines.

It pumps inflammatory compounds into your bloodstream 24/7.

You can't pinch it. But it's quietly destroying your health.
Mar 24 11 tweets 2 min read
The 5 worst foods for people over 40 (most people are eating #3) A 2024 study in Nature Aging tracked 100+ adults from ages 25 to 75.

They found we don't age in a smooth line.

Aging happens in two major waves: The first hits around 44 and the second around 60. Image
Mar 22 9 tweets 2 min read
One of the healthiest breads on the planet is sourdough.

It's not just bread. It's a gut-boosting, blood sugar-regulating superfood disguised as a carb.

Here are 6 reasons why you should be eating more sourdough bread: Image Btw, sourdough is different because it's baked the old school way.

The dough ferments for hours (sometimes days), letting live cultures break down gluten, carbs, and anti-nutrients.

While modern bread is usually rushed, sourdough is patiently crafted, which has a tremendous impact on your health.
Mar 21 11 tweets 2 min read
7 rules a guy must follow if he wants to go from 25% body fat to 15%: 1. Stay hydrated.

Most hunger is actually thirst. Proper hydration keeps energy stable, improves mental performance & helps you feel full between meals.

I drink half my body weight in ounces daily. I add electrolytes too.

It's a simple rule solving multiple problems at once.
Mar 16 7 tweets 3 min read
If you sit for 8 hours a day, do this before bed: As we prepare ourselves for bed we want to go into a "rested and relaxed" state.

This is the mode for digestion & calm.

One of the best ways to get there is through a few simple movements.

Here's a 5 minute evening flow to prep yourself for a great night of sleep 👇🏼
Mar 14 10 tweets 2 min read
We have 3 months left until we hit summer.

If I woke up 30 pounds overweight and needed to lose it by summer, I'd copy these systems: The system has five parts:

· Fuel Architecture
· Strength Training
· Step Automation
· KPI Tracking
· Identity Upgrade

It's the same system that helped our client Jay drop 33 pounds in 90 days and countless others.

Here it is: Image
Mar 10 7 tweets 2 min read
This is the best breakfast for weight loss.

It's 250g low-fat Greek yogurt, one scoop of whey protein, 100g frozen fruit, and a teaspoon of psyllium husk.

I call it Glop, and here's why each ingredient matters: Image Ingredient #1: Greek Yogurt

Greek yogurt contains active cultures but you must get brands that have minimal added sugar.

You get 15-20g of protein, probiotics for gut health, and calcium linked to fat metabolism.

Low-fat keeps, high protein, and keeps calories in check.
Mar 7 10 tweets 3 min read
If you want to lose 75% of your visceral fat in 90 days, copy this: Image Why is visceral fat different?

It wraps around your organs.

It's not the fat you can pinch. It's the fat that's slowly killing you.

It releases toxic compounds directly into your bloodstream 24/7.
Mar 5 12 tweets 4 min read
95% of people aren't getting enough of this nutrient and it may be killing them.

It's not protein. It's fiber.

Fiber protects against colon cancer, fights heart disease and even helps you lose fat.

Here are 10 high-fiber foods to eat every week: 1. Psyllium Husk

I put a tablespoon in my morning Greek yogurt every day.

It forms a gel that softens stool, slows glucose absorption, lowers LDL cholesterol & feeds gut microbes.

This is the easiest fiber hack I know.
Mar 1 10 tweets 3 min read
Creatine is one of the most studied and effective supplements for your body and your brain.

But the benefits change depending on the dosage.

Here's the benefits (and drawbacks) you'll experience at different dosages of creatine: Image 5 Grams Per Day: The Gold Standard

This is the dose that’s been studied for decades.

It boosts strength, lean muscle, and recovery by increasing cellular energy (ATP).

You’ll also see gradual improvements in working memory, mood stability, and mental clarity.
Feb 27 10 tweets 4 min read
8 tests that predict how long you'll live (90% of people fail #8): Test 1: Metabolic Health Markers

Waist to height ratio: under .5
Fasting glucose: under 100 mg/dL
HbA1c: at or below 5.6
FFMI: above 18 (men) / 15 (women)

This is the foundation. Every other test builds on it.
Feb 18 10 tweets 2 min read
The Top 4 Most Underrated Supplements

1) CoQ10
2) Glycine
3) L-theanine
4) Psyllium husk

Here's why 👇🏼 1) Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)

Your mitochondria need this to produce energy.

Without it, your cells run on fumes.

Here's the issue: CoQ10 levels drop as you age. And if you're on a statin, they drop even faster.

Supplementing can improve energy, heart health, and exercise recovery.
Feb 17 11 tweets 3 min read
If I woke up 20 pounds overweight and needed to lose it all by summer, this is EXACTLY what I'd do:

1. Stop eating at least 3-5 hours before bed. Set a hard stop. This prevents horrible food decisions and improves the quality of your sleep, which regulates hunger the next day. 2. Multiply your bodyweight by 12. That will be your daily calorie intake.

3. Multiply your bodyweight by .7, and that will be the daily grams of protein you need to eat to maintain/build muscle while burning fat.

4. To keep it easy, focus on hitting your calories and protein.
Feb 15 9 tweets 2 min read
8 health trends that need to die in 2026:

1) Cold plunging.

Good for dopamine but studies show it blunts muscle growth and it doesn't improve recovery in a meaningful way.

For most people it's become a virtue signaling marathon on Instagram rather than an actual health tool. 2) Extreme "clean eating."

The moment you label food "clean" or "dirty" you've started a war with your plate.

I've watched this push people into disordered eating and social isolation.

You can be lean and healthy eating whole foods diet with room for your favorite foods.
Feb 12 12 tweets 3 min read
1 in 3 Americans are insulin resistant and it's silently killing them from the inside.

What most don't realize is you can reverse it in 3 to 6 months without a single medication.

Here's the exact protocol on how to do it (bookmark this): Image 8 Warning Signs of Insulin Resistance

1. Excess belly fat
2. Brain fog
3. Constant hunger
4. Low energy
5. High inflammation
6. High blood pressure
7. High blood sugar
8. High Triglycerides
Feb 10 7 tweets 1 min read
If you want to live to 100 or longer track these 6 key metrics:

1. Cardiorespiratory fitness

What to track: VO₂max, one mile run times or 3 mile cycle times.

Your cardio system is one of the best predictors all-cause mortality. 2. Muscle strength and lean mass

What to track: grip strength, FFMI, basic strength standards.

Low strength and muscle mass are hallmarks of frailty and higher death risk as we age.

High strength and muscle mass equal a better quality of life.