Dream body over 40

To the dream body over 40 - that's how it works, men!
With over 40 the train left for a great body? Are you kidding me? Are you serious when you say that! Many men have established their jobs at this age, have a high standard of living and do not feel at all like over 40. But the body often does not fit the youthful mind. FITBOOK tells you how you can still get a top body - if you observe these 7 points.

Dream body over 40 - the new male status symbol

The dream body with over 40 is the ultimate proof of youthfulness and fitness among men. While a sleek sports car or a Harley with a leather jacket used to help to visually rejuvenate after past mid-life, men are now increasingly relying on their bodies. And let's be honest: At the latest when the sporty vehicle is in the garage and the expensive clothes are back in the closet, the physical condition reveals itself.

So why invest your money in expensive status symbols when you can turn your own body into a desirable object? Especially since it is one of the areas in which we have the greatest influence. Here we reveal what you need to do for the dream body over 40.

2-point plan brings men over 40 to their dream body faster

The good news: Even at over 40, men can still get the body they have only dreamed of. The bad news: You can't buy the body, unfortunately you have to work (hard) for it. But you can be all the more proud of the result afterwards. For the dream body over 40, the following seven tips can help:

Point 1: Find your source of motivation
 Unfortunately, strong will is a matter of type. In other words, while it is easy for some to take on something and then follow through with it, others always find an excuse why they deviate from their goals. Probably men with an iron will already have their bodies under control - if not the top body that others dream of.

But how do you develop a strong will? Even if it is not a nice occasion, many people are motivated by an insult - for example after an unwanted separation from their partner. Health problems that can only be resolved through a change in life can be a further source of motivation. But when you're in your 40s, you can ask yourself the following questions: Am I happy with my body? If not: why don't I change it? Because if not now, then when? It's entirely up to you!

Another important motivator: the elasticity of the skin decreases with age. The later you start “shaping” your body, the more difficult it becomes for the skin to adapt to the new body. Especially if you have lost a lot of weight, the skin can remain slack. This can be corrected surgically, but it costs money and leaves scars. So if you want to start your second half of life with a fit and slim body, you should start right away.

Self-motivation - a constant topic
While the will is usually at the beginning, self-motivation is a constant theme. After a strenuous day at work, you often only want rest and relaxation or a sociable evening with friends. Unfortunately, both of these do not lead to the dream body. A tip: if you haven't discovered it yet, use exercise as an outlet for stress, anger and pressure. This is also recommended by boxing coach Christoph Teege.

Very important: You have to keep in mind that sporting activities are the best for your health and your body. The more you exercise, the more calories you burn, the better you relieve stress and the more relaxed and confident you will become. Because every single sport unit not only increases your well-being, but also your self-esteem. No matter how bad you feel, after an hour of exercise, you will feel better. You have to keep reminding yourself of this when faced with the question: couch or gym? For the dream body over 40, you know the answer.

Point 2: go to a doctor
Are you determined to get your body under control and shape it according to your ideas? Very well, next please go to your family doctor, because unfortunately many men are still real doctor grouches. No wonder that the German Society for Men and Health e.V. also regularly reminds you to go to preventive care at least once a year. According to a study from 2018, only every second man in Germany does this.