Fit Over 40 Dallas

01/29/2026

Why Big Box Gyms Gyms Are Not For Everyone!

01/27/2026

My Fitness Routine in My Mid 50s
In my 20’s, 30s, and 40s, I trained hard, I trained heavy, and often—chasing performance, muscle, and the next big goal. If it were a bodybuilding show or an MMA fight, I was also chasing the next WIN.
Now in my 50s, 2 back and 2 neck surgeries later, I’ve learned something important:
Smart training isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what’s right for you, your body, and brain.
Here’s how my routine has evolved 👇
🌅 Mornings That Set the Tone
Most mornings start with a 30-minute walk around the water—not for calorie burn, but for:
• Mental clarity
• Joint health and mobility
• Leg strength and balance
That quiet movement sets the tone before I train clients for the next 8 hours of the day.
💪 Strength Training After 50
I no longer follow a 5-day split.
Now it’s full-body training 3 days a week, focused on quality, recovery, and longevity.
I also prioritize:
• Core
• Glutes
• Glute medius, adductors, abductors
These are the muscles that protect posture, reduce pain, and support golf performance.
🏃‍♂️ Cardio With Purpose
Instead of pushing hard every day, I rotate doing 30 minutes each.
• Treadmill – 2x/week
• Stair stepper – 2x/week
• Stationary Bike – 2x/week
I’ve added HIIT cardio 5 days a week on a stationary bike. Think of a track and sprinting the fronts and walking the turns. Complete 8 rounds of 20 seconds as fast as you can, and 10 seconds recovery. This is good for my heart, lungs, cardiovascular, and leg endurance.
The variety keeps my joints healthy and my heart strong.
🥩 Nutrition After 50
Simple. Strategic. Sustainable.
• Take in 1 gram of protein for my goal weight. I like to stay around 160 lbs. So I take in ~160g protein/day. From Chicken, fish, eggs, and Grass Feed Isolate Protein shakes. I like (Raw)
• ~75g carbs/day. Consists of yams and cream of rice. Before my workouts
• I drink 1 Tbsp of Olive Oil, and 1 stick of butter on my fish.
I limit sweats as much as possible.
This keeps energy steady, supports lean muscle, and helps manage inflammation and blood pressure.
🧠 Mental Performance Matters
After years of medication affecting my memory, stay away from any medication that releases GABA. Ex. Gabapentin, pregabalin, Lyrica, and any barbiturates. Some medications work just the same, but are not controlled medications forced out by your doctor and Big Pharma. I suggest finding a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine if not familiar. Same as an MD with an additional 200 hours with a focus on treating the cause, not just the effect. I now support focus and clarity with peptides—and NAD+ helping me stay sharp in business and on the golf course.
👊 Final Thought
Fitness after40 is different—but better.
You train smarter. You listen more. You focus on longevity, not ego.
If you’re over 40 and adjusting your routine, I’d love to hear from you.
👉 Still working out like your 20’s. Looking to start something new?
Message me to schedule your FREE Meet and Greet, and let’s get back into fighting shape.
Chris Ownbey
Fit Over 40 | Golf Fitness Dallas
Fitover40dallas.com

01/23/2026

As fathers, our job isn’t to fix everything for our kids.
It’s to prepare them.

When we remove every struggle, we rob them of strength.
When we allow them to do hard things, we give them confidence, resilience, and independence.

If we make life easy now, life becomes hard later.
If we allow hard things now, life becomes easier later.

Strong fathers raise capable kids.
Lead by example—in how you live, how you train, and how you show up every day.

- The Fathers Code

“Don’t fix everything for them.
If you make life easy now, life will be hard later.
If you allow them to do hard things now,
life will be easier later.”

If this message resonates with you, give it a 👍.
If you’ve lived this lesson as a father, I’d love to hear your story.

And if you don’t agree—tell me why.
Strong conversations make strong fathers.

01/21/2026

01/21/2026

The Wealth of Health 💪💰
Why Strength After 40 Is the Greatest ROI You Can Make

Most people think investing is only about money.
The truth? Your greatest return comes from your health—especially after 40.

Here are 3 reasons strength training becomes your highest ROI investment as you age:

1️⃣ Strength Protects Your Independence
After 40, muscle loss accelerates if you don’t fight it. Strength training preserves mobility, balance, and confidence so you stay independent, active, and in control of your life.

2️⃣ Strong Bodies Save You Time & Money
Fewer aches. Fewer injuries. Fewer doctor visits.
Strength training is preventative care—the kind that pays dividends for decades.

3️⃣ Strength Fuels Energy, Performance & Longevity
More muscle means better metabolism, stronger bones, and higher energy. That translates to better golf, travel, work performance, and quality of life.

💡 The real question isn’t can you afford to train after 40…
It’s can you afford not to?

👉
If you’re over 40 and want to build strength safely, efficiently, and intelligently, message me to schedule a private 30-minute session.

Your health is your greatest asset.
Invest accordingly.

01/21/2026

The Slingshot: Increase Hip Speed 🔥
Want more power and speed in your swing—without stressing your back or knees? The Slingshot drill teaches your body how to load, release, and rotate the hips correctly, helping you generate faster hip speed, improved sequencing, and more effortless power.
This is a simple, joint-friendly movement I use with golfers and active adults to improve performance and protect longevity. If you want to move better, swing faster, and stay strong after 40, book a private assessment and experience our 30-minute training system.
Visit www.fitover40dallas.com or message me to get started

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01/19/2026

Did You Know the Best Brain Health Doesn’t Come in a Pill?
Most people think brain health comes from supplements or prescriptions.
What many don’t realize is that exercise is one of the most powerful tools for keeping your brain sharp—especially after 40.
Strength training increases BDNF, a key protein that supports learning, memory, and brain resilience. There’s no shortcut. No capsule. Just intentional workouts to get stronger.
That’s why we train differently at Fit Over 40 Dallas—to build strength, protect joints, and support long-term brain and body health.
👉 If you’re curious whether this approach is right for you, I offer a free, no-pressure Meet & Greet. Tour the studio, talk goals, and see if we’re a good fit.
📩 Text 214-457-9684
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01/14/2026

If you’re over 40 and keep putting fitness off because:
• You don’t have time
• Big gyms feel overwhelming
• You don’t want to get hurt

I get it.

I run a private studio focused on 30-minute workouts for men and women 40+ — no crowds, no intimidation, no wasted time.

I’m offering a 2-session Reset this week to help you get started the right way.

Message me “40+” and I’ll send the info.
(214) 457-9684

01/12/2026

“30-Minute Men over 40 Fitness Reset”
2 private sessions for $99 this week only)

After 40, the goal isn’t to work out harder.

It’s to work out smarter.

Long workouts, crowded gyms, and random routines don’t work for busy adults.

That’s why I train men and women 40+ using private, 30-minute sessions designed to:
✔️ Build strength
✔️ Reduce aches and pains
✔️ Improve energy and confidence

This week I opened a few Fit Over 40 Reset spots.

Message me “RESET” if you want details.

01/12/2026

Who is ready for a TPI “Golf Body Check”?

⛳️ Golfers — Quick Question

If your swing feels stiff… your back or hips get tight after a round… or you’ve lost distance over the years — it’s probably not your swing.

It’s your body.

This week I’m offering a limited TPI Golf Fitness Assessment where I’ll show you:
• Where your body is restricting your swing
• Why flexibility alone isn’t enough
• 2 exercises to instantly improve rotation, speed and consistency .

⏱️ Takes about 30 minutes
📍 Private studio
🎯 Built for golfers 40+

Comment “GOLF” or message me and I’ll send you the details.

01/09/2026

My name is Chris Ownbey. I’m a father to two boys—25 years apart in age.
My oldest son learned fast. Show him once or twice and he could execute exactly what was
asked, whether it was sports or life.
My youngest son is the opposite. He’s analytical. He processes. He needs time.
And if I’m being honest… my patience got tested.
Teaching him to play golf brought that out in me.
I added pressure instead of presence.
We both got frustrated.
He almost quit the game.
That moment forced me to look in the mirror—and I took full ownership. This wasn’t his issue. It
was mine.
I was trying to force growth instead of allowing it.
So I stepped back.
I changed my approach.
I stopped being attached to the outcome.
I replaced pressure with presence.
That’s when everything changed.
This is why I wrote A Father’s Code.
I don’t force my son to grow.
I remove what stops him.
This is the code I live by as a father, grandfather, coach, and man—and I believe it’s the code all
fathers should live by.