Dustin Thibodeaux

04/21/2026

Most men over 40 are stiff, tight, and beat up.

And they think that's just part of getting older.
It's not.

They just haven't been training rotational movement.

The Steel Mace 360 fixes that.

1️⃣ Shoulder mobility and stability.
The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body so it needs to have fully functioning rotator cuff and exterior deltoid muscles to keep the shoulder functioning properly and prevent injuries.

Loading it through a full circular range of motion is key to build bullet proof shoulder and arms.

2️⃣ Grip strength that transfers everywhere.

The offset weight forces your hands and forearms to work constantly. Grip strength is one of the strongest indicators of longevity as you age.

3️⃣ Core rotation that protects your spine.

Not crunches. Not sit-ups.
Your core needs to be strong with rotational and twisting that's real functional core training.

4️⃣ Coordination and body control most men haven't used since being a kid. The mace teaches your body to move as one connected unit.

Your joints don't have to wear out and break down so fast.

They just need to be strengthened and mobilized in the right way.

Tips to get started with steel mace training:

#1 No matter how big and strong you think you are, start with a 10 lb mace.

#2 Warm your shoulders up. Do some push-ups, do some arm swings, do some shoulder stretches before you try to swing it.

#3 It's going to feel awkward because your shoulders are so tight and stiff. Bend your knees and let your body move while keeping your core engaged.

#4 Start by doing ten reps each direction and then work your way up to doing 20, 30, 40, and 50 consecutive in each direction.

#5 You can do this every day if you don't have any soreness and if you have soreness just skip a day in between.

Be able to do 300 x 360's with no problem with a 10 lb mace before moving up to a 15 lb mace.

This is the MACE Method.

🔥 Let me know if you’re already swing a mace or wanting to get started 👇

04/18/2026

You can't outwork a bad diet at 40. Most guys find that out the hard way.

If you've been grinding in the gym or pushing hard on cardio and the weight still isn't moving, it's not a lack of effort. It's a lack of the right knowledge.

Getting lean, healthy, and strong after 40 isn't about doing more. It's about doing the right things, consistently, for the long haul.

That means building a lifestyle around:

✅ Real nutrition you actually understand
✅ Mobility so your joints stop fighting you
✅ Strength that keeps you functional, not just jacked
✅ Flexibility so you can move without pain
✅ Cardio and endurance that builds your engine back up

And here's the truth most men need to hear:

The old "get big, get ripped, look good in the mirror" approach wasn't built for a dad over 40 who wants to be chasing his kids around at the park, staying off meds, and still being the active, strong man his family needs 20 years from now.

That's a different goal. It requires a different approach.

Stop trying to outwork the problem. Start learning how to actually solve it.

Your health is worth understanding, not just suffering through.

04/16/2026

04/14/2026

Want to lose 20 lbs of body fat? Here's the math.

1 lb of fat = 3,500 calories.
20 lbs x 3,500 = 70,000 calories to burn.

At a 500 calorie daily deficit, it takes 7 days to lose 1 lb.

7 days x 20 lbs = 140 days to drop 20 pounds.

About 4.5 months.

Now here's what most people miss:

Your results depend on your activity level, stress, muscle mass, and fitness history and many other factors. The math gives you a starting point. Your lifestyle determines the outcome.

The more you understand food and nutrition, the better your results will be. Period.

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04/12/2026

04/10/2026

I couldn't out-work my bad diet after 30...

Training CrossFit 4 to 5 times a week and still gaining body fat. Knees wrecked. Joints aching. Body constantly breaking down.

That was the hardest point in my journey, because I already knew who I refused to become.

The dad who can't get off the floor.
The dad who can't keep up at the park.
The dad who hurts just living his normal life.

So I got to work.

I fixed my nutrition. I found a smarter way to train. One that was actually built around longevity, not just looking good for a season.

And here's what I figured out:

You can look good. Feel good. Move good. All at the same time.

But you're not going to find that answer in any men's fitness magazine.

04/09/2026

I got into Physical Therapy at 22 years old because I wanted to help people.

From 2007 to 2020 I worked in clinics, hospitals, and home health with thousands of patients.

And the number one lesson I took away from all of it?

Never let myself stop training and stop giving a damn about what I eat.

Because I saw firsthand where that road leads.

I took a photo inside a patient's home one day and it hit me hard.

Trash cans full of soda. Cabinets full of pills. A body that had been neglected for decades.

That was one of the moments that changed the direction of my life.

I had been in the CrossFit world since 2012 as a gym owner, coach, and athlete.

But all that high intensity, ego driven training had wrecked my body.

At 30 years old I felt like a 60 year old man.

And knowing what I knew from the healthcare side, I refused to let that be my story.

So I figured out a smarter, more sustainable way to train and eat so my body could actually heal and perform.

I took everything I learned as a Physical Therapist Assistant, a CrossFit coach, and a collegiate baseball player and built something that actually works for real life.

Now I work with busy dads all over the world helping them overcome the three biggest obstacles standing between them and the body they want.

Time. Diet. Know how and accountability.

I got into this to help people.

That mission has never changed.

And most importantly, I get to lead by example for my girls every single day.

Teaching them what it looks like to be healthy, fit and active over 40.

If you want to learn more about how I help Busy Dads over 40 get in the best shape of their life, just comment "INFO" below and I'll reach out to see if I can help.

04/08/2026

When eating out, order like this.

Simple swaps that make a huge difference in the way you feel, move and look.

🔄 Sugary drinks → Water or sparkling water
🔄 Burger and fries → Steak and sweet potato
🔄 Fried fish → Pan seared or baked fish with veggies
🔄 Beer → Glass of wine
🔄 Banana split → Single scoop

Getting fit over 40 isn't about restriction or extreme dieting.

It's about finding what's simple, sustainable, and lets you still enjoy your life.

That's the game. And once you learn it, it changes everything.

Follow me for more no nonsense tips on how to get lean, fit, and mobile over 40.

👇 Drop a comment and tell me what swap you're making first.

04/07/2026

50 Is Not Old if you can still get barreled and land a 360 while surfing.

One of my clients proved that this week.

He got barreled surfing and threw a 360 in front of his family.

He'll be 50 this year old but he has let that motivate him to stay fit and in shape.

His 17 year old son and his friends watched the whole thing.

Those kids saw something they will never forget.

Because when boys grow up only seeing dads who checked out physically and mentally, they start thinking that's just how it goes.

It's not.

I heard my entire life growing up to wait until you get married...

Wait until you have kids...

Wait until you turn 30...40...50...

It's just a belief that I did not believe to be true.

And the men who decide they're done with that?

They become the example. For their kids. For their family. For every young man watching.

Mobility. Agility. Conditioning. Endurance.

So when the moment shows up, you're ready to get after it.

Give Craig Waltman some 🤙

04/06/2026

💥 SIMPLE HIGH PROTEIN CROCKPOT MEAL

My secret to the easiest weeknight dinner you'll ever make!

This fall-off-the-bone Crockpot Beef Shank is a total game-changer for busy days and a meal my whole family loves.

Here's what you'll need:

•~4 lbs beef shank
•Bacon grease (for searing)
•1 carton chicken bone broth
•1 packet Bare Bones bone broth (optional boost!)
•A few splashes of apple cider vinegar
•1 clove of garlic

Instructions:

Sear the shanks, add everything to the crockpot, and cook on low for 6-8 hours. That's it!

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03/31/2026

💥 Health is Wealth & Fitness is Freedom