5 Summer Fitness Hacks for Staying Fit After 40

Too Busy This Summer? 5 Fitness Hacks for Staying Fit After 40—Without Counting Calories or Going to the Gym”

☀️ Summer’s Here… and So Are the Excuses

Are your health and fitness goals slipping away this summer?

If you’re over 40, trying to juggle vacations, family, work, and daily life—you’re not alone. Summer tends to disrupt even the most disciplined routines. But that doesn’t mean your goals need to get left behind.

I’m Coach Brad Linder, founder of Get You In Shape, and more importantly—a dad to 7, a business owner, and someone who lives the summer chaos. Trust me: it doesn’t slow down… it ramps up.

But after 15+ years coaching busy adults just like you, I’ve learned this:
You don’t need the perfect schedule—you just need the right strategy.

Let’s dive into 5 simple, battle-tested hacks to stay fit this summer—even with a full plate.

✅ 1. Reconnect With Your WHY (“Your So That”)

Saying “I want to lose weight” isn’t enough.

What drives real change is why you want it.
At Get You In Shape, we call this your “So That” Statement:

• “I want to lose weight so that I have energy to play with my kids.”

• “So that I can be God’s light to others.”

• “So that I stay healthy and strong for my future grandkids.”

These reasons guide your choices—the choice to eat better, to move your body, and to show up when motivation fades.

Your challenge: Write down 3 powerful “so that” statements.
Post them somewhere visible and let them drive your decisions daily.

🕒 2. Use Fasting + Fuel with Protein, Fiber & Water

Nutrition doesn’t need to be complex.

Here’s what I recommend:
Stop eating 3 hours before bed, and then skip breakfast the next morning. This simple intermittent fasting strategy gives your digestion a rest and helps reduce morning food decisions.

When you do eat?
Stick to this formula:
Protein + Fiber + Water

Think:

• Hard-boiled eggs and an apple

• Protein shake and almonds

• Chicken wrap and veggies

Consistency over perfection—that’s the game changer. Keep your meals simple and repeatable. Hydrate constantly. Boring and consistent beats complicated and unsustainable every time.

🗓️ 3. Schedule Movement Like a Business Meeting

If it’s not on your calendar, it’s not happening.

Health is a priority—so treat it like one.
Block off time for workouts the same way you do for meetings or client calls.

Even 15 to 30 minutes counts.
A short walk, a bodyweight circuit, or just stretching can reset your body and mind.

The win isn’t in how long you work out—it’s that you keep showing up.

🔁 4. Progress Over Perfection

Summer’s not going to be perfect.

You’ll miss workouts. You’ll eat the burger. You’ll have days that feel off the rails.

Here’s the rule:
Miss one? Don’t miss two.

Slip up at the BBQ? No guilt—just reset the next meal.

You don’t need to be flawless—you just need to be consistent.

It’s not the perfect plan that changes your life.
It’s the one you actually follow.

👥 5. Don’t Go It Alone

This one is the difference-maker.

Motivation fades. Life gets loud.
But accountability sticks.

Whether it’s a coach, a fitness group, or a few like-minded friends, you need people in your corner. People who remind you of your goals, cheer you on when you make progress, and help you stay grounded when you want to quit.

That’s exactly what we’ve created inside the Transform Temple Coaching Program at Get You In Shape.

🎯 Ready to Go Deeper?

If this resonates with you and you’re ready for real results, I’ve put together a free step-by-step download that shows exactly how we help our coaching clients:

✅ Lose 10–30+ pounds in just 12 weeks
✅ Without counting calories
✅ And without spending hours in the gym

If you’re over 40 and want a real-life, sustainable plan that fits your busy lifestyle, this is for you.

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Final Thoughts

Summer doesn’t have to derail your health.
It can actually be the season you stay consistent, simplify your habits, and build momentum.

You don’t need more time.
You need more intention.

Make today count—and have a blessed one.

Ready to start your own transformation?
Let’s see if our One On One Online Personal Training and Coaching Program is right for you.