Turning Setbacks into Comebacks with Coach Ben Sterling (Ep. 260)
10/20/2025
Episode 260 – Learning to recover from setbacks with success and how to plan for holidays and those inevitable difficult times.
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Meet our Fit Father of the Week!
At 37, Drew Darrey has gone from 246 lbs in 2018 to sustaining 194 lbs after a 60-lb loss. And now he’s completed five Chicago Marathons, most recently finishing an injury-free, energized season. He has embraced the Fit Father lifestyle and is a rockstar example of what can be accomplished.
Drew's non-scale victories so far:
- Completed 5 marathons, 2 century rides, and 5 Ragnar Relays
- Free from sleep apnea for 7 years
- Learned that setbacks are opportunities, not failures
- Built lasting friendships and community through FFP
Meet our Fit Father of the Week!
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Meet our Fit Father of the Week!
At 37, Drew Darrey has gone from 246 lbs in 2018 to sustaining 194 lbs after a 60-lb loss. And now he’s completed five Chicago Marathons, most recently finishing an injury-free, energized season. He has embraced the Fit Father lifestyle and is a rockstar example of what can be accomplished.
Drew's non-scale victories so far:
- Completed 5 marathons, 2 century rides, and 5 Ragnar Relays
- Free from sleep apnea for 7 years
- Learned that setbacks are opportunities, not failures
- Built lasting friendships and community through FFP
Meet our Fit Father of the Week!
newest articles
Turning Setbacks into Comebacks with Coach Ben Sterling (Ep. 260)
10/20/2025
Episode 260 – Learning to recover from setbacks with success and how to plan for holidays and those inevitable difficult times.
The EMF Reality Check: Protecting Your Family in a Wireless World (Ep. 259)
10/13/2025
Episode 259 – The dangers of EMFs on you and your family and how to protect yourselves.
Fall Reset: Adapt Your Health Plan as the Seasons Change (Ep. 258)
10/06/2025
Episode 258 – Your fall health reset so your progress doesn’t stall.
How to Measure Your Progress Without Obsessing Over the Scale
09/25/2025
The scale lies. Track the wins that matter—waist, strength, photos, energy, and labs—and use a simple plan built for busy dads 40+. See real changes in weeks, not months.
The Power of Simple: Why the Easy Button Is the Secret to Your Diet Success
09/19/2025
Make nutrition simple. Use the Perfect Plate—protein, veggies, smart carbs—to stay consistent and get sustainable results.
From Overwhelmed to Strong: How Jonny Built Muscle and Confidence with OSM (Ep. 257)
09/15/2025
Episode 257 – From Overwhelmed to Strong: How Jonny Built Muscle and Confidence with OSM
Parasite Cleansing 101 with Kim Rogers -a.k.a. “The Worm Queen” (Ep. 256)
08/25/2025
Fit Father Project Podcast Ep. 256 – Parasite Cleansing 101 with Kim Rogers of RogersHood
From Tired Dad to Fit Father: Chris Farrell’s Transformation (Ep. 255)
08/18/2025
Fit Father Project Podcast Ep. 255 – From Tired Dad to Fit Father with member Chris Farrell
Turning Setbacks into Comebacks with Coach Ben Sterling (Ep. 260)
10/20/2025
Episode 260 – Learning to recover from setbacks with success and how to plan for holidays and those inevitable difficult times.
The EMF Reality Check: Protecting Your Family in a Wireless World (Ep. 259)
10/13/2025
Episode 259 – The dangers of EMFs on you and your family and how to protect yourselves.
Fall Reset: Adapt Your Health Plan as the Seasons Change (Ep. 258)
10/06/2025
Episode 258 – Your fall health reset so your progress doesn’t stall.
top 10 articles
The Definitive Guide To Intermittent Fasting For Men Over 40
08/28/2024
Intermittent fasting for men is not a simple as “starving” yourself. But when done right, it can be beneficial. Here's how to do it right.
Weight Loss Workouts: Top 3 Exercises For Men Over 50
08/02/2024
Looking for weight loss workouts for men over 50? These three tried and tested exercises have benefited thousands of men. Try them today!
Morning Ritual: Win the Morning; Win the Day!
06/11/2024
It is absolutely critical to start your day with a proper morning ritual for weight loss and energy. You can start this one tomorrow morning!
Gaining Muscle But Not Losing Fat? Here's Why!
04/19/2024
Gaining muscle but not losing fat? Don't get frustrated! You may already be on the right path; you just need to make these subtle changes.
Building Muscle After 50: The Definitive Guide For Men
03/08/2024
Is building muscle after 50 possible? HELL YES! Here's how to build muscles and increase strength with safe exercises and good nutrition.
How Much Weight Can You Lose in a Month?
03/06/2024
How much weight can you lose in a month? Here's what you need to know about safe and sustainable weight loss.
How To Lose 10 Pounds In 2 Weeks [Ultimate Guide For Men 40+]
01/26/2024
Want to drop a few pounds quickly? Use this guide to learn how to lose 10 pounds in 2 weeks — safely and effectively.
Weight Loss For Men Over 40: The Definitive 5 Step Guide
01/12/2024
This definitive guide on weight loss for men over 40 will walk you through five basic steps that will help you start losing weight today!
The Definitive Guide To Intermittent Fasting For Men Over 40
08/28/2024
Intermittent fasting for men is not a simple as “starving” yourself. But when done right, it can be beneficial. Here's how to do it right.
Weight Loss Workouts: Top 3 Exercises For Men Over 50
08/02/2024
Looking for weight loss workouts for men over 50? These three tried and tested exercises have benefited thousands of men. Try them today!
Morning Ritual: Win the Morning; Win the Day!
06/11/2024
It is absolutely critical to start your day with a proper morning ritual for weight loss and energy. You can start this one tomorrow morning!
Top Videos
The 15 Best Shoulder Workouts For Men Over 40
08/16/2024
These 15 shoulder workouts for men over 40 are the best way to build mass and definition
HIIT Workouts For Men [Fat Burning and Muscle Building After 40]
08/14/2024
Are you ready to burn calories, build muscle, and get shredded? Get started today with these high-octane HIIT workouts
The Dead Bug Exercise: The Core Workout All Men Over 40 Should Be Doing
08/09/2024
Building a solid core is essential to stability and improving performance. The dead bug exercise is a
Are You Doing Push-Ups Wrong?
07/17/2024
Are you doing push-ups wrong? Want to know how to do push-ups safely and correctly? Check out this video
Hammer Curls: Build Stronger and Bigger Arms
07/11/2024
Want stronger, bigger arms? Hammer curls work your biceps, forearms, grip, and wrist strength, giving you a full arm
Bodyweight Exercises For Men [Build Strength Anytime, Anywhere]
06/10/2024
You can't always get to the gym. But with these bodyweight exercises for men, you can build
Goblet Squat: The Techniques, Variations, and Benefits of This Great Quads Workout
05/31/2024
The goblet squat is great for your quads. Learn why — and how to do them with the proper
Skull Crushers Exercise Tutorial (Form, Variations, and Benefits)
05/10/2024
Skull crushers are great for your triceps. Learn why — and how to do them with the proper form
The 15 Best Shoulder Workouts For Men Over 40
08/16/2024
These 15 shoulder workouts for men over 40 are the best way to build mass and definition
HIIT Workouts For Men [Fat Burning and Muscle Building After 40]
08/14/2024
Are you ready to burn calories, build muscle, and get shredded? Get started today with these high-octane HIIT workouts
The Dead Bug Exercise: The Core Workout All Men Over 40 Should Be Doing
08/09/2024
Building a solid core is essential to stability and improving performance. The dead bug exercise is a
Workouts 40+
Halloween Fitness: 15 Ways To Stay Focused and Avoid All That Candy
10/13/2024
With these Halloween fitness tips, you can avoid candy and other sweet treats that disrupt your health goals — and have fun with the whole family!
The Ultimate Fat Burning Workout Plan For Men Over 40
08/30/2024
Ready to start burning fat and create the body you have always wanted? Get started with this fat-burning workout plan today!
Quick Workouts: 5 Routines To Fit Into Any Busy Day
08/23/2024
Finding time for a full-blown workout can be a challenge. That's why you need to add these quick workouts to your fitness routine!
Weight Loss Workouts: Top 3 Exercises For Men Over 50
08/02/2024
Looking for weight loss workouts for men over 50? These three tried and tested exercises have benefited thousands of men. Try them today!
Free Weight Workouts For Men Over 40: How Busy Dads Can Build Muscle Fast!
07/26/2024
If you ask a veteran bodybuilder, they'll likely tell you to leave the weight machines alone and stick with free weight workouts. Here's why.
Full Body Workout For Men: Build Muscle in Just 35 Minutes a Day, 3 Times a Week
06/22/2024
Don't waste hours in the gym! Do this amazing 35-minute full-body workout for men three days a week to build solid, lean muscle.
Ab Exercises For Men: 5 Ways To Shred Your Core!
06/14/2024
Want to redefine your core? Then, it's time to learn the best ab exercises for men. Here are the top 5 ways to shred your core!
Deadlifts for Men Over 40: Working Your Lower Body as You Age
05/24/2024
The deadlift is a great strength training move that targets a number of muscle groups at once. Here are the best deadlifts for men over 40.
Halloween Fitness: 15 Ways To Stay Focused and Avoid All That Candy
10/13/2024
With these Halloween fitness tips, you can avoid candy and other sweet treats that disrupt your health goals — and have fun with the whole family!
The Ultimate Fat Burning Workout Plan For Men Over 40
08/30/2024
Ready to start burning fat and create the body you have always wanted? Get started with this fat-burning workout plan today!
Quick Workouts: 5 Routines To Fit Into Any Busy Day
08/23/2024
Finding time for a full-blown workout can be a challenge. That's why you need to add these quick workouts to your fitness routine!
Nutrition 40+
The Power of Simple: Why the Easy Button Is the Secret to Your Diet Success
09/19/2025
Make nutrition simple. Use the Perfect Plate—protein, veggies, smart carbs—to stay consistent and get sustainable results.
Holiday Health Tips to Get You Through the Season
12/13/2024
With a little bit of planning — and these holiday health tips — you can get through
Holiday Eating Tips That Last the Whole Year Long!
12/13/2024
By following a few simple holiday eating tips before, during, and after any occasion is the best
Weight Loss Shakes: Simple and Effective Meal Replacements For Busy Men
08/22/2024
Learn how to use weight loss shakes as meal replacements the right way, and get started today with these 8
Health Tips For Men Over 40: 10 Easy Ways Busy Guys Can Improve Their Health and Increase Longevity
07/30/2024
Looking for health tips for men over 40? These simple tips and tricks will help you maintain an ideal weight
Weight Loss Mindset: 21 Ways To Harness the Power of Your Mind
07/23/2024
A positive mindset is highly effective and more important than you may think for success. Learn how to harness your
The Power of Simple: Why the Easy Button Is the Secret to Your Diet Success
09/19/2025
Make nutrition simple. Use the Perfect Plate—protein, veggies, smart carbs—to stay consistent and get sustainable results.
Holiday Health Tips to Get You Through the Season
12/13/2024
With a little bit of planning — and these holiday health tips — you can get through
Holiday Eating Tips That Last the Whole Year Long!
12/13/2024
By following a few simple holiday eating tips before, during, and after any occasion is the best
SUCCESS STORIES
Slow and Steady Gains: How Fit Father David Improved His Health and Fitness, One Step At a Time
09/01/2023
See how Fit Father David used slow and steady gains to turn around his health history and drastically improve his life!
Keeping A Routine: How Fit Father Todd Built a Successful Eating and Workout Schedule
08/25/2023
Learn how Fit Father Todd improved his health and fitness by keeping a routine and staying focused, consistent, and committed.
Mental Switch: How Fit Father John Turned a Diet and Exercise Program Into a True Lifestyle
08/18/2023
See how making a mental switch helped Fit Father John lose over 40 pounds and gain a tremendous amount of strength at the young age of 60!
Reinventing Yourself: How Fit Father Jim Regained His Vitality and Gained a New Perspective on Life
08/11/2023
Thinking about reinventing yourself? See how Fit Father Jim did it — and found new vitality and a whole new perspective on life!
Putting In The Work: How Fit Father Keith Made Simple Changes That Led To Extraordinary Results
08/04/2023
See how putting in the work and making small lifestyle changes helped Fit Father Keith make profound health and fitness improvements!
Life Changing Moments: How Fit Father Mark Overcame Adversity and Transformed His Life
07/28/2023
Life-changing moments aren't just something you see in the movies. Anyone can overcome any adversity, as Fit Father Mark did!
Fitting In Fitness: How Fit Father Dave Built — and Maintains — a Healthy Routine
07/21/2023
As a busy father, fitting in fitness isn't always in the cards. But you can do it, no matter how hectic life gets. Just ask Fit Father Dave!
Staying Positive: How Fit Father Tony Changed His Mind To Change His Body
07/14/2023
Staying positive is never easy, especially when trying to lose weight. See how Fit Father Tony changed his mind to change his body!
Slow and Steady Gains: How Fit Father David Improved His Health and Fitness, One Step At a Time
09/01/2023
See how Fit Father David used slow and steady gains to turn around his health history and drastically improve his life!
Keeping A Routine: How Fit Father Todd Built a Successful Eating and Workout Schedule
08/25/2023
Learn how Fit Father Todd improved his health and fitness by keeping a routine and staying focused, consistent, and committed.
Mental Switch: How Fit Father John Turned a Diet and Exercise Program Into a True Lifestyle
08/18/2023
See how making a mental switch helped Fit Father John lose over 40 pounds and gain a tremendous amount of strength at the young age of 60!
Podcasts
Turning Setbacks into Comebacks with Coach Ben Sterling (Ep. 260)
10/20/2025
Episode 260 – Learning to recover from setbacks with success and how to plan for holidays and those inevitable difficult
The EMF Reality Check: Protecting Your Family in a Wireless World (Ep. 259)
10/13/2025
Episode 259 – The dangers of EMFs on you and your family and how to protect yourselves.
Fall Reset: Adapt Your Health Plan as the Seasons Change (Ep. 258)
10/06/2025
Episode 258 – Your fall health reset so your progress doesn’t stall.
From Overwhelmed to Strong: How Jonny Built Muscle and Confidence with OSM (Ep. 257)
09/15/2025
Episode 257 – From Overwhelmed to Strong: How Jonny Built Muscle and Confidence with OSM
Parasite Cleansing 101 with Kim Rogers -a.k.a. “The Worm Queen” (Ep. 256)
08/25/2025
Fit Father Project Podcast Ep. 256 – Parasite Cleansing 101 with Kim Rogers of RogersHood
From Tired Dad to Fit Father: Chris Farrell’s Transformation (Ep. 255)
08/18/2025
Fit Father Project Podcast Ep. 255 – From Tired Dad to Fit Father with member Chris Farrell
Algae: The Most Powerful Superfood You’re Not Eating with Dr. Catharine Arnston (Ep. 254)
08/11/2025
Fit Father Project Podcast Ep. 254 – Algae: The Most Powerful Superfood You’re Not Eating with Dr. Catharine Arnston
Fitness Over 40: This CEO Made His Health a Non-Negotiable, FFP Member Jason (Ep. 253)
08/04/2025
Fit Father Project Podcast Ep. 253 – This CEO lost 40 pounds and made his health non-negotiable.
Turning Setbacks into Comebacks with Coach Ben Sterling (Ep. 260)
10/20/2025
Episode 260 – Learning to recover from setbacks with success and how to plan for holidays and those inevitable difficult
The EMF Reality Check: Protecting Your Family in a Wireless World (Ep. 259)
10/13/2025
Episode 259 – The dangers of EMFs on you and your family and how to protect yourselves.
Fall Reset: Adapt Your Health Plan as the Seasons Change (Ep. 258)
10/06/2025
Episode 258 – Your fall health reset so your progress doesn’t stall.
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