EPISODE · Apr 3, 2026 · 55 MIN
#118: What Elite Fitness Standards Should Look Like After 40 with John Madsen
from The Supra Human Show · host Supra Human
You can bench three plates but get winded walking up stairs. You look strong in the mirror but cannot keep up when it actually matters. In this episode of Supra Human, Ben Olliver, Dr. Taylor Waters, Ryan Stevens, and John Madsen break down the gap between looking fit and actually being fit after 40. They challenge the idea that strength alone equals fitness and lay out what real performance should look like at this stage of life.They cover the key standards that actually matter including body composition, pull ups, conditioning, and sustainable strength. They also explain why chasing old numbers can hold you back. If you have been relying on strength while ignoring everything else, this episode will show you exactly where you stand and what needs to change.(00:00) Introduction(02:33) The Three Metrics That Actually Matter(05:18) Why Losing Fat Beats More Training(09:33) When NFL Standards Stop Making Sense(13:16) What Changes After 40 (23:11) What Happens After the Fat Loss Phase(27:39) Why Phasing Matters More Than Effort(32:31) Defining Your Own Elite Standard(36:20) Risk vs Reward on Big Lifts(47:36) The Minimum Fitness Test for Men 40 to 50(53:53) The ChatGPT Fitness Test BreakdownTo learn more about Supra Human programs: https://www.suprahuman.com/podcast Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suprahumanofficialInterested in joining the team? We are always looking for high performers to join our mission to achieve elite level performance in fitness, nutrition and mindset. View our current career opportunities: https://www.suprahuman.com/careersResults may vary depending on your condition, starting weight, and commitment to the program.
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You can bench three plates but get winded walking up stairs. You look strong in the mirror but cannot keep up when it actually matters. In this episode of Supra Human, Ben Olliver, Dr. Taylor Waters, Ryan Stevens, and John Madsen break down the gap between looking fit and actually being fit after 40. They challenge the idea that strength alone equals fitness and lay out what real performance should look like at this stage of life.They cover the key standards that actually matter including body composition, pull ups, conditioning, and sustainable strength. They also explain why chasing old numbers can hold you back. If you have been relying on strength while ignoring everything else, this episode will show you exactly where you stand and what needs to change.(00:00) Introduction(02:33) The Three Metrics That Actually Matter(05:18) Why Losing Fat Beats More Training(09:33) When NFL Standards Stop Making Sense(13:16) What Changes After 40 (23:11) What Happens After the Fat Loss Phase(27:39) Why Phasing Matters More Than Effort(32:31) Defining Your Own Elite Standard(36:20) Risk vs Reward on Big Lifts(47:36) The Minimum Fitness Test for Men 40 to 50(53:53) The ChatGPT Fitness Test BreakdownTo learn more about Supra Human programs: https://www.suprahuman.com/podcast Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suprahumanofficialInterested in joining the team? We are always looking for high performers to join our mission to achieve elite level performance in fitness, nutrition and mindset. View our current career opportunities: https://www.suprahuman.com/careersResults may vary depending on your condition, starting weight, and commitment to the program.
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