Founder of Life After 40. I help people in midlife transform their health, wealth, and relationships — so they thrive in the second half of life.

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Philip Blackett

Be honest — Have your jeans started fitting differently… even though your habits haven’t changed much?

👍 Yes

👎 Not really

For a lot of people after 40, that’s one of the first real signs something’s shifting.

5 hours ago | [YT] | 0

Philip Blackett

Over 40? Try this 5-minute morning mobility routine:

Spine → Shoulders → Hips → Upper Back → Ankles

Remember: Consistency > Intensity.

11 hours ago | [YT] | 8

Philip Blackett

Burnout isn’t failure.

It’s feedback.

After 40, your body is asking for a new plan.

2 days ago | [YT] | 14

Philip Blackett

Over 40? Start your day with this 5-minute mobility routine:

✔ Spine
✔ Shoulders
✔ Hips

Move first in the morning → feel better all day.

3 days ago | [YT] | 8

Philip Blackett

After 40: Stiff mornings aren’t random...

They’re a signal.

👉 Your body needs more movement.

Just 5 minutes of morning mobility can:

✔ improve flexibility
✔ boost circulation
✔ reduce injury risk

Move first. Feel better all day.

4 days ago | [YT] | 91

Philip Blackett

Be honest: When was the last time you had a full night of uninterrupted sleep?

👍 Last night
😅 Can’t remember

If it’s been a while, you’re not alone…

and it’s usually not random.

5 days ago | [YT] | 7

Philip Blackett

Health Mistake #3 for Professionals after 40 years old:

Chasing quick fixes.

They give:
✔ fast results
❌ no consistency

Real progress comes from:

✔ balanced meals
✔ strength training
✔ sleep
✔ stress management

Consistency > quick fixes.

5 days ago | [YT] | 6

Philip Blackett

Health Mistake #2 for Professionals after 40 Years Old:

Sacrificing sleep.

“I’ll catch up later” doesn’t work anymore.

Short sleep leads to:
❌ low energy
❌ poor focus
❌ cravings
❌ higher stress

Sleep = repair.

Fix it with:
✔ consistent bedtime
✔ less screens
✔ cool, dark room

6 days ago | [YT] | 9

Philip Blackett

Energy crashes during the day?

It might not be your workload.

It might be this:

Skipping meals → blood sugar chaos

Results:
❌ crashes
❌ cravings
❌ irritability

Fix:
✔ eat consistently
✔ build balanced meals

After 40, nutrition = performance.

1 week ago | [YT] | 7

Philip Blackett

Intermittent fasting after 40:

Helpful for some…
Backfires for others.

Benefits:
✔ better blood sugar
✔ weight management
✔ insulin sensitivity

Risks:
⚠️ cortisol spikes
⚠️ energy crashes
⚠️ overeating later

Key takeaway:

It’s a tool — not a universal solution.

1 week ago | [YT] | 3