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Welcome to Unstoppable After 40, my weekly newsletter where I reveal cutting-edge tips to get fit in your 40s & 50s while growing your business or career.
What’s in store for today:
- How to get in shape in 2025 without wasting time
- A sleep hack you can implement tonight (backed by science)
- My favorite exercise to build your core and reduce back pain
Today’s issue is brought to you by Unstoppable After 40 Coaching Program. We help entrepreneurs, executives, and business owners to get fit in their 40s & 50s while growing their businesses and enjoying their lifestyle (in less than 2 hours per week).
The only thing standing between you and the life you want is this:
Your fear of the unknown.
I know because I’ve been there.
In 2018, I left my life in Miami behind and moved to Thailand.
From the outside, people thought I had it all — training high-net-worth clients in luxury condos and living in one of the most exciting cities in the world.
But inside? I felt stuck.
When the opportunity came to move to Thailand, I had two choices.
Stay in my comfort zone and keep living someone else’s version of success…
Or take the leap into the unknown and bet on myself.
I chose the leap.
Every gut feeling you’ve ignored? That’s your potential knocking.
But instead of acting, you hesitate.
Why?
Because chasing that vision means facing discomfort.
It means transforming into a stronger, sharper version of yourself.
And let’s be honest: that’s not easy.
Your mind knows you’re made for more, but your body clings to comfort.
It’s easier to stick with what’s familiar—even if it’s holding you back.
Here’s the reality…
The life you’re after?
It’s not on the easy path.
It’s on the path that scares the hell out of you.
That fear you feel? It’s not a stop sign — it’s a green light.
I was terrified when I left everything behind. But that leap changed my life.
I spent two years in Southeast Asia, growing mentally, physically, and emotionally. I rebuilt my passion, my business, and myself.
I trained Thai boxing, explored incredible cultures, and finally reconnected with what I truly wanted.
None of that would’ve happened
if I hadn’t faced my fear and stepped into the unknown.
So, ask yourself:
Are you going to stay stuck in your comfort zone, wondering, “What if?”
Or are you going to step into the unknown, trust yourself, and build the life you’re capable of?
The choice is yours.
No one’s coming to save you.
But here’s the truth…
You don’t need saving.
You’ve had what it takes all along.
You just need to take the leap.
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Here is your Unstoppable After 40 Friday Digest:
1- How to get in shape in 2025 without wasting time
What’s holding you back from transforming your health and your body this year?
In my Unstoppable In 2025 series, I teach you the keys to mastering mindset, nutrition, exercise, and recovery.
Now, in the final episode, we’re bringing it all together—creating a simple, actionable plan tailored to your goals so you can break through barriers and stay unstoppable.
Click here and listen to the Unstoppable In 2025 Series!
2- A Sleep hack you can implement tonight (backed by science)
Want better sleep?
Research shows that improving bedroom ventilation can lead to deeper, more restful sleep. Participants in a study experienced fewer awakenings and longer deep sleep when ventilation was increased, reducing CO2 levels in the room.
Here’s the practical takeaway: Cracking a window isn’t always an option, especially in winter, but investing in a high-quality air purifier is. Look for one that enhances air circulation and filters pollutants—it’s an easy upgrade for better sleep and recovery.
Small changes to your environment can make a big difference in how you feel each day!
3- My favorite exercise to build your core and reduce back pain
The front plank is a proven way to assess and build core strength, with benefits like improved posture, reduced back pain, and better overall stability.
The Test: Hold a plank (forearms on the ground, straight body alignment) as long as possible.
Standards:
- Beginner: 30 seconds
- Intermediate: 1 minute
- Advanced: 2 minutes
Planks engage your core, back, shoulders, and legs, making them a reliable measure of functional fitness.
Can you reach the 2-minute mark? Try it and find out!
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Unstoppable After 40 Client Highlight: John C.
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Meet my client John Custis, a 44-year-old serial entrepreneur and attorney from Virginia.
Like many high achievers, John found it challenging to prioritize his health while balancing work, family, and personal aspirations.
In just five months, John achieved:
Lost 25 pounds while still enjoying his social life
Mastered efficient 4x 30-minute workouts per week to build lean muscle 3X faster than traditional workouts
Regained energy, eliminated joint pain, and embraced a mindset of longevity
The most profound shift, however, was in John’s mindset about longevity.
“You don’t have to accept what people tell you about age,” he realized. “It’s not all genetics—you can make changes.”
If you’re an entrepreneur who wants to be confident in your own body and have more energy and focus to achieve more this year, click here to schedule your strategy session.
Quote of the week:
“People are always looking for the single magic bullet that will completely change everything. There is no single magic bullet. Progress is about bridging the gap between what we observe and what we can imagine — one careful step at a time.”
–Temple Grandin
Until next week,
Ted Ryce
Celebrity Trainer, Health & Wellness Coach & Longevity Expert
When you’re ready, here are 3 ways I can help:
1)Watch my Unstoppable After 40 Masterclass, where I teach you the simple 5-step process our successful clients are using to get fit in their 40s & 50s while growing their businesses and enjoying their lifestyle.
2) If you have questions about my coaching program click on the button below to check my FAQ page which answers a lot of the initial “how we work” questions and will give you a better idea of our pricing and process:
> Coaching Program FAQ Page
3)Are you an entrepreneur who wants to get fit in your 40s & 50s without feeling achy or spending hours at the gym?
> Schedule Your Strategy Session Now!
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