Balance Guy Training

Say Yes to Adventure

Who says adventure has an expiration date?

Some people hit midlife and start playing defense—same routines, same excuses, same comfort zone. But this stage of life? This is when you stop shrinking and start living wider.

Travel somewhere new.

Try the thing you’ve been talking yourself out of.

Take the class. Learn the skill. Chase the challenge that scares you just enough to make your heart beat faster. Because comfort might feel safe—but it doesn’t make you feel alive.

Aging disgracefully means refusing to coast through life on autopilot. It means staying curious, capable, and strong enough to keep saying “yes” to experiences that light you up.

You’re not here just to survive. You’re here to LIVE.

👉 Want the strength, energy, and confidence to chase life full throttle? Comment “aging” below or PM me to learn how the Aging Disgracefully Strength Training System helps you move better, lift stronger, and live boldly.

HUGE HUMP DAY FIT TIP

Build strength, boost mobility, and regain and improve your health without spending hours in the gym. And yes, you do that with trisets: three exercises back-to-back-to-back with minimal rest.

You get more done in less time and still train like a boss.

Here’s a taste:

1A. Goblet Reverse Lunge 12 reps per side

1B. Lawnmower Row 16 reps per side

1C. Floor Press 8 reps per side.

WORK WITH ME ONLINE

Whether you're just starting or you're tired of piecing together random YouTube workouts, my online coaching WILL help you succeed with:

Customized workouts you can do at home
Mobility routines to reduce stiffness and move better
Expert guidance and progress tracking that fits your lifestyle

Please message me to get started today.
https://balanceguytraining.com

Outback Performance: Aging Disgracefully Strength System 💪 I don’t have time to train.Have you heard that one before? Maybe ...

It's true, in my experience.

Why Getting Worse Can Be Part of Getting Better - Balance Guy Training When you’re feeling unwell, nobody wants to get worse; you want healing. But what if I told you the path to healing sometimes means getting worse?

MY LATEST ON Muscle & Fitness

Forearm size and strength are big factors for grip strength. Many exercises rely on grip strength, so doesn't it follow that you need to train the forearms more than you are now?

Not everyone can crack open a can of spinach, but this is the ultimate guide for building rope forearms. All the information you need at your fingertips.

You're welcome.

https://www.muscleandfitness.com/workouts/workout-tips/the-forearm-training-guide-build-bigger-forearms-grip-strength-and-stronger-wrists/

Thanks for reading, and to Jeff Tomko for his editing skills.

Coach Shane McLean

The Forearm Training Guide: Build Bigger Forearms, Grip Strength, and Stronger Wrists - Muscle & Fitness Want bigger forearms and crushing grip strength? Learn the best forearm exercises, grip training methods, and wrist-strengthening workouts to build size, improve lifts, and prevent injuries.

Stopping at 80% Full Sounds Easy—Until the Food Is Delicious

Most people don’t stop eating because they’re satisfied, but stop because the plate is empty,

Stopping at 80% full means finishing a meal feeling satisfied, comfortable, and fueled—but not stuffed. You could eat more, but you don’t need to.

That little pause before “too much” comes with two big benefits.

First, it helps you manage portions without counting every calorie, weighing your chicken, or turning lunch into a math problem. When you learn what satisfaction feels like, your body becomes a useful portion guide.

Second, you feel better after eating. Less bloating and less food coma.

The problem is that fullness signals don’t always arrive with flashing lights and a marching band. You need to slow down enough to notice them.

One way to get it right is to do a quick check halfway through your meal. Put down your fork, take a breath, and ask yourself, “Am I still hungry, or am I eating because it tastes good and it’s sitting in front of me?” There’s nothing wrong with enjoying food, but noticing the difference gives you a choice.

The second way is to wait 10 minutes before having seconds. If you’re still hungry after the pause, eat more. If the urge fades, your stomach probably caught up with your mouth.

The goal isn’t perfect eating.

The goal is to get better at finishing meals without feeling like Thanksgiving came early.

To build these skills and more, comment 30 Weeks below to start a conversation on my nutrition coaching.

Refuse to Be Fragile

You’re not made of glass—and you’re not here to tiptoe through life.
You’re built for strength and resilience and want to show the world that fragility is a choice, not a consequence of age.

The world wants you to slow down, play it safe, and worry about “fall risks.”
Nah. We train to fall less, lift more, and live life to the fullest.

Every time you lift, move, or push through resistance, you’re sending a clear message: “I will not be fragile.”

👉 Want to train for strength and durability, not decline? Comment “aging” below to learn how the Aging Disgracefully Strength Training System helps you become more resilient—physically and mentally.

MY LATEST BLOG POST

There are two types of orders.

One you get from your spouse or boss (sometimes the same person), or the order in which you put things. Exercise order is not an order to exercise, but the order in which you do exercise to get the most out of it.

Here, I'll get into why exercise order matters and what to do most of the time when you want to get sexy.

https://balanceguytraining.com/2026/07/06/does-exercise-order-matter/

Thanks for reading, and make it a happy Monday.

Coach Shane

Does Exercise Order Matter? - Balance Guy Training Taking a 10,000 ft view, exercise order doesn’t matter. The fact that you’re dressed and made it to the gym is a win. But when we zoom in, order matters.

MANIC MONDAY FIT TIP

Build strength, boost mobility, and regain and improve your health without spending hours in the gym. And yes, you do that with trisets: three exercises back-to-back-to-back with minimal rest.

You get more done in less time and still train like a boss.

Here’s a taste:

1A. Front rack Reverse Lunge 12 reps per side

1B. Band Resisted Push-Up 10-16 reps per side

1C. Tall-Kneeling Unilateral Pull-apart 16 reps per side.

WORK WITH ME ONLINE

Whether you're just starting or you're tired of piecing together random YouTube workouts, my online coaching WILL help you succeed with:

Customized workouts you can do at home
Mobility routines to reduce stiffness and move better
Expert guidance and progress tracking that fits your lifestyle

Please message me to get started today.
https://balanceguytraining.com

Outback Performance: Aging Disgracefully Strength System 💪 I don’t have time to train.Have you heard that one before? Maybe ...