Ep. 387 - What Makes or Breaks Your Progress (No More Excuses) with Bryan Fitzsimmons

SummaryIn this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast, Chase and Chris welcome back special guest Bryan Fitzsimmons, a coach who specializes in helping people over 40 get fit. Together, they dive into the habits that set successful clients apart — and the common excuses that tend to hold people back.They talk about how small daily actions build momentum, how planning ahead can reduce stress, and how things like hormones or being “too busy” aren’t the end of the road. They also chat about identity, mindset, and how to bounce back fast after a setback. Bryan shares practical strategies around meal prep, the truth about calorie tracking, and how enjoying the process is key to lasting results.Whether you're new to fitness or just need a kick in the butt, this episode is packed with real talk, helpful advice, and some good laughs too.Where to Find Bryan:Podcast: The Fit 40 Podcast (available on all major platforms)Instagram, TikTok, YouTube: @bryan_fit40 (that's Bryan with a Y – bryan_fit40)Chapters(00:00) Bryan Fitzsimmons Returns(01:29) What Our Most Successful Clients Do(02:17) Do Something Every Day(04:28) Consistency Over Intensity(05:44) The Power of Realistic Expectations(08:45) The “I’m Too Busy” Excuse(13:37) Make It Easy and Convenient(15:34) Repeatable Meals and Keeping It Simple(16:23) Raising Healthy Kids Through Example(17:28) Do You Really Want It?(20:11) Why Starting with Training Might Be Best(22:12) Identity and Labels Shape Your Actions(24:29) Coaching Only Works If You Do(25:57) Blaming Hormones or PCOS(29:24) The Importance of Ruling Things Out(30:55) See a Real Doctor: Not a Functional “Expert”(31:30) Bounce Back Faster(35:01) What’s Really Happening With the Scale(36:29) Planning for Celebrations Without Guilt(39:37) Estimating Calories When Eating Out(44:45) How Bad Are We at Tracking? (Very.)(48:13) Our Dogs Eat More Than Some People Claim To(50:44) Condiments, Creamers, and Hidden Calories(52:28) Prepare for the Week Ahead(55:36) Make Meal Prep Simple and Flexible(56:16) Cook at Home = Save Money + Hit Goals(58:56) Enjoy the Process or the Results (or Both)(01:02:45) Final Thoughts on Movement and Flexibility(01:03:32) Where to Find BryanSUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS to be answered on the show: https://forms.gle/B6bpTBDYnDcbUkeD7How to Connect with Us:Chase’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changing_chase/Chris’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conquer_fitness2021/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/665770984678334/Interested in 1:1 Coaching: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/1on1-coachingJoin The Fit Fam Collective: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/fit-fam-collective