<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Minimalist Nutrition + Fitness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nutrition Coaching, Fitness, and Lifestyle for Men. Weight loss coaching for men who want to take control and accountability.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 20:01:39 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Fitness for Men Over 40: Stop Rearranging the Deck Chairs on the Titanic. Why Your Fitness Optimizations Don't Matter]]></title><description><![CDATA[You're tweaking your macro ratios. Timing your carbs around workouts. Researching the perfect pre-workout supplement stack. Debating whether to do 3 sets or 4, and whether your rest periods should be 90 or 120 seconds.



Meanwhile, you're still 30 pounds overweight, haven't hit the gym consistently in months, and can't remember the last time you ate a vegetable that wasn't garnishing a burger.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/fitness-optimization-trap-fundamentals-first</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6925be07fbcc173f6ef27b2b</guid><category><![CDATA[Weight Loss Principles]]></category><category><![CDATA[Fitness Principles]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 03:42:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_841cd2f4ed204fbaa6d7bed448874bca~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Diets Don't Work: The Science-Backed Truth About Sustainable Weight Loss for Men Over 40]]></title><description><![CDATA[Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya  on Unsplash TL;DR: Key Takeaways If you only read one section, read this: 95% of people regain all lost weight within 5 years of dieting The phrase "going on a diet" reveals the fatal flaw: temporary approach = temporary results Your metabolism slows by up to 500 calories/day during restrictive dieting The diet industry profits from your failure (it's a $72 billion business model) What actually works: Building sustainable eating skills , not following meal plans...]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/why-diets-dont-work-the-science-backed-truth-about-sustainable-weight-loss-for-men-over-40</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690d38e696a2942ab27cbd0d</guid><category><![CDATA[Weight Loss Principles]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Strategies]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 09:05:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_7795920c94dd4619b79ea736372d89e9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are Cheat Days Good for Weight Loss? Why They Backfire (And What Works Instead)]]></title><description><![CDATA[That weekly cheat day you think is "rewarding" your discipline? It's actually destroying your progress.
Let me show you the brutal math. And The Real Success Strategy.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/why-your-weekly-cheat-day-is-sabotaging-your-weight-loss-do-the-math</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ccffcb860daee44b3198bc</guid><category><![CDATA[Weight Loss Principles]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Strategies]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 10:20:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_5a3da91bbc624992bad7ab04980670ba~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Sleep is the Missing Link in Your Weight Loss Plan (Science-Backed)]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're like most men over 40, you probably think sleep is just "recovery time." Something you do when you're not being productive. But groundbreaking research reveals that sleep isn't just important for weight loss—it might be the most critical factor determining whether you succeed or fail.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/why-sleep-is-the-missing-link-in-your-weight-loss-plan-science-backed</link><guid isPermaLink="false">687258caa831832e6515b8d1</guid><category><![CDATA[Weight Loss Principles]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2025 11:31:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_11e71ac1f0824979aa1f2020c1e05ee6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Do Men Over 40 Need More Protein? The Key to Vitality]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most critical yet often overlooked aspects of maintaining vitality as we age is optimum protein intake. If you've noticed that it's becoming harder to maintain muscle mass, recover from workouts, or keep unwanted weight off, increasing your protein consumption just might be the game-changer you've been looking for.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/why-men-over-40-need-more-protein</link><guid isPermaLink="false">680393b45473c994f1b9c4a0</guid><category><![CDATA[Food and Supplements]]></category><category><![CDATA[Fitness Principles]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Strategies]]></category><category><![CDATA[Good Nutrition]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 18 May 2025 08:59:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_fff64a9704c84359b089d0f2d59414a3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strength Training with Bad Knees: My Journey as a 40+ Trainer]]></title><description><![CDATA[My journey through arthritis in my right knee, a cartilage replacement in my left knee, and a torn meniscus has taught me valuable lessons about adapting my strength training to help me thrive both in and out of the gym.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/strength-training-with-bad-knees-my-journey-as-a-40-plus-trainer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6771522634cb1c6f7822520f</guid><category><![CDATA[Training]]></category><category><![CDATA[Injuries]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 19 Apr 2025 11:28:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_7154a0407b234d67b31d1f51eb449ddc~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_900,h_611,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Perfect Time Myth: Don't Wait for Weight Loss Motivation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Waiting for the perfect moment to kickstart your weight loss journey is like waiting for the government to lower your taxes.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/weight-loss-motivation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">676e15fb36d9bd8206578118</guid><category><![CDATA[Weight Loss Principles]]></category><category><![CDATA[Coaching]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 29 Dec 2024 09:49:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_1d4ebe4309fc47da807255ae7a9961f8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fueling Performance After 40: Your Complete Guide to Strategic Workout Snacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[This comprehensive guide breaks down the science of proper snacking and provides 10 proven workout snacks to support your fitness goals.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/fueling-the-beast-10-workout-snacks-for-men-to-stay-fit-and-strong</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6718a0a7be9f36249f784304</guid><category><![CDATA[Snacking and Weight Loss]]></category><category><![CDATA[Fitness Principles]]></category><category><![CDATA[Good Nutrition]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 05:27:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_cde74702ee464263a083272ccbe964ae~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why do "Empty Calories" Leave You Feeling So...Empty?]]></title><description><![CDATA[White bread, leftover Halloween candy, and those crunchy morsels with fake BBQ flavor all have something in common.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/why-empty-calories-leave-you-feeling-so-empty</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67120a342e51284916e25f01</guid><category><![CDATA[Snacking and Weight Loss]]></category><category><![CDATA[Metabolism and Food]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 11:59:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_e5cd11ec1cf144f28c5ba28b40e70a4f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Best Daily Calorie Intake for Men: How Many Calories Should a Man Eat a Day to Lose Weight?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Understanding optimal daily caloric intake is crucial for effective weight management. How many calories should a man eat to lose weight?]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/the-best-daily-calorie-intake-for-men-how-many-calories-should-a-man-eat-a-day-to-lose-weight</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66c5f56c976b2bab72272a07</guid><category><![CDATA[Weight Loss Principles]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 24 Aug 2024 13:02:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_39ec6b1919234158903d2a3a1f815112~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recovering from Bicep Tendon Surgery and Rotator Cuff Repair - My Personal Experience with Injury Recovery using "Built from Broken"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recovering from Bicep Tendon Surgery and Rotator Cuff Repair - My Personal Experience with Injury Recovery using "Built from broken"]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/book-review-built-from-broken-a-science-based-guide-to-healing-painful-joints</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6694a55aecbf832f161d4c19</guid><category><![CDATA[Training]]></category><category><![CDATA[Fitness Principles]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2024 05:05:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_31ee518caf1a423fb4505461e25d5f15~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_800,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlock the Power of Omega 3's: The 10 Best Fish Oil Supplements for Men Over 40]]></title><description><![CDATA[A high-quality fish oil supplement can be a game-changer for men's health. The best fish oil supplements offer a wide range of benefits.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/best-fish-oil-supplements-for-men</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66486e66feb980bcc1065e40</guid><category><![CDATA[Food and Supplements]]></category><category><![CDATA[Good Nutrition]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2024 09:17:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_c0840df46fa0498d92b0235c1356d20f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protein and Losing Weight: Men Over 40, Unlock Your Peak Physique]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're a man over 40 or 50, chances are you're not getting enough protein in your diet. Let's talk about why.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/protein-losing-weight-men-over-40-unlock-your-peak-physique</link><guid isPermaLink="false">663dede8aea9065d53d7f2fa</guid><category><![CDATA[Good Nutrition]]></category><category><![CDATA[Food and Supplements]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 11 May 2024 11:41:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_997cb276144446049837b19d8b01bd4f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Coach's Tips to Get Back on Track with Weight Loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[The path to a healthy lifestyle isn't straight—it's filled with ups and downs. The key to success is knowing how to get back on track.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/tips-to-get-back-on-track-with-weight-loss</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6340024996081a69f9bd4b79</guid><category><![CDATA[Fitness Principles]]></category><category><![CDATA[Weight Loss Principles]]></category><category><![CDATA[Coaching]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 10:41:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_932e9debbe19486e9aa745ed040816a2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 Weight loss Principles - the Scientific Way to Lose Weight]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you want to lose weight, there are six core principles that you can apply. And CICO is real.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/scientific-way-to-lose-weight</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6221664b98ae4983e831a750</guid><category><![CDATA[Weight Loss Principles]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2024 13:44:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_05344d47d66645578613de6e7839829c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_853,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Conquer Your Cravings: 7 Effective Tips to Curb Snacking Late at Night]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you find yourself raiding the fridge after hours, I'm going to give you some solid strategies to understand and conquer these cravings.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/how-to-stop-late-night-snacking</link><guid isPermaLink="false">61d1614a4c76af001720b67f</guid><category><![CDATA[Snacking and Weight Loss]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Strategies]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2024 13:14:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_7220eea9af984bc3ab36a551b93343e5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Can't I Lose Weight? 12 Hidden Reasons &#38; Science-Backed Solutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Feeling stuck in your weight loss efforts? Let's uncover 12 unexpected barriers to your weight loss journey.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/i-cant-lose-weight</link><guid isPermaLink="false">61f7af42014152d5c557d65c</guid><category><![CDATA[Weight Loss Principles]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 10 Mar 2024 10:20:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_ba01624d41c64a92b39f37b94fefad6e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maximize Your Gains: Building The Ultimate Minimalist Workout Routine for Strength and Fitness]]></title><description><![CDATA[With smart movements targeting multiple muscle groups, you’ll find that less can indeed be more. In this ultimate guide, I'll show you how.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/maximize-your-gains-building-the-ultimate-minimalist-workout-routine-for-strength-and-fitness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65b3b89697ff7b773de0cdb8</guid><category><![CDATA[Training]]></category><category><![CDATA[Fitness Principles]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jan 2024 14:03:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_d6a9ab06f98741eea570b478e2d0272c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_640,h_468,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buyer's Guide: The Best 9 Plant Based Protein Powders for Your Fitness Goals in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this comprehensive review, I'll explore the top plant-based protein powders for 2026 to help you make an informed choice.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/discover-the-best-9-plant-based-protein-powders-for-your-fitness-goals</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64ccd32e935099883531432b</guid><category><![CDATA[Buying Guide]]></category><category><![CDATA[Food and Supplements]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 30 Dec 2023 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_766229e07a144314895493d2b9d4984c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Ultimate 7 Week Weight Loss Workout Plan for Men Over 40]]></title><description><![CDATA[This 7-week weight loss workout plan for men over 40 is designed to help you get in the best shape of your life with minimal equipment.]]></description><link>https://www.minimalist-nutrition.com/post/the-ultimate-7-week-weight-loss-workout-plan-for-men-over-40</link><guid isPermaLink="false">656f1ce258371425b5a8ab59</guid><category><![CDATA[Weight Loss Principles]]></category><category><![CDATA[Training]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2023 12:41:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b3c97e_fc63f6177a9e4ab2aa3f6ed10e5e0113~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Edwards</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>