Bobby B. (Man Flow Yoga Member and today's guest) went his first 40 years without exercising.
He wasn't an athlete.
He didn't come from a particularly healthy or active family.
And to tell the truth, he frankly had other areas of his life that deserved more of his attention than working out.
But then he turned 40, saw the black balloons and ominous tidings in Spencer's, and then went to have some blood work.
While his health wasn't in critical condition, his doctor noticed a few risk factors that shouldn't be ignored. And so, his doctor gave him three choices:
Get on medications (something that Bobby didn't want to do), get a CT scan to get a clearer picture of his health risks, or try to improve his markers with a little D&E (diet and exercise).
Bobby chose the latter, found Man Flow Yoga, and used it as a catalyst for becoming healthier in nearly every aspect of his health and fitness. Yes, even after age 40.
If you need an extra dose of motivation, this episode is for you.
Here's what Bobby and I discuss:
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How a life-changing hiking trip in Japan made Bobby even more dedicated to fitness than his doctor did
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Why it's never too late to take your first step on your fitness journey (and how to do it without giving up a couple of weeks in)
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The Man Flow Yoga Catalyst Effect that Bobby (and thousands of our Members have experienced)
And more, including…
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How Bobby feels younger today at 42 years old than he felt when he originally turned 40 (6:23)
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How to decide to become invested in your fitness (even if you went your first 40 years - or more - of life without exercising at all) (12:24)
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Why "liquid sugar" is probably the worst beverage to drink if you're interested in feeling better, looking leaner, and getting healthier (Bobby dropped 30 pounds by just cutting out liquid sugar) (15:43)
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Bobby's doctor gave him the choice of medications, a CT scan, or diet and exercise when his blood pressure and cholesterol were in bad shape. Here's how he used diet and exercise to lower his health risk (19:31)
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How to conquer mental roadblocks that are stopping you from working out (22:32)
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The single most effective way to exercise when you have a bad case of gym anxiety (23:32)
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How Man Flow Yoga turned Bobby into a morning person (25:24)
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The hiking trip in Japan that gave Bobby his why: How hiking up stairs (taking 42,000 steps or walking 19 miles) made him realize that fitness is necessary if you want to do cool shit (27:59)
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The Man Flow Yoga Catalyst Effect: How it inspired Bobby to lift weights (even though he has significant gym anxiety) (32:41)
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Here's a physical therapist confirming that joints can be loud as long as they don't hurt! (38:48)
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How Bobby conquered his significant gym anxiety for good (and why he thought he was silly after overcoming it) (43:13)
Resources mentioned in this episode:
1. Berski Beef Sticks: Use code ManFlowYoga to save a chunk of change on these delicious and extra nutritious snacks here: http://eatberski.com/MANFLOWYOGA
2. Man Flow Yoga Events: We have one more in-person event for 2026. Get your ticket (and stay up-to-date on 2027 events) here: https://manflowyoga.com/man-flow-yoga-events/
3. Man Flow Yoga: Haven't signed up yet? Start your 7-day free trial and see how yoga can eliminate aches and pains better than other types of exercise here: https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7
