In this episode of Driven For Health, I sit down with Lucas, a financial analyst who found himself stuck in a sedentary job, living in a new city, and slowly gaining weight without realizing how far he had slipped from a healthy lifestyle and body.

At 25 years old, Lucas hit 236 pounds, his highest weight. He also found out his cholesterol was high. That got his attention. He knew he needed a real plan, not another short burst of motivation.

Lucas joined The Call To Rise and over 100 days he dropped to 205.7 pounds. That is over 30 pounds lost.

This talk is not only about weight loss. It is about the habits and identity shifts that changed his life.

We cover:

• How a sedentary job and a big move can quietly wreck your routine

• Why structure beats willpower

• What Lucas tried before, like keto, carnivore, fasting, and cutting bread

• The simple habits that helped him get results, including steps, calories, and better food choices

• How sleep improved when he stopped scrolling before bed

• How changing his social habits made staying on track easier

• Why confidence improves when you keep promises to yourself

• Why most men stay stuck trying to do it alone

Lucas also shares something big. He is now planning to run a marathon in 2026. A few months ago, he would have laughed at that idea.

If you feel stuck and you know your health is sliding, this episode will hit home.

If Lucas’s story connects with you, visit www.thecalltorise.com and let’s talk.

Your Most Common Questions on Fat Loss, Food Noise, Creatine, and Training Phases

If you have lost weight and regained it, struggle with strong cravings in the evening, feel unsure about creatine, or feel confused about whether you should focus on fat loss, maintenance, or building muscle, this episode will help you sort it out.

In this Q&A session, Coach Brian addresses real questions that men in their forties and fifties ask every week. You will hear practical explanations, clear direction, and simple strategies that fit into a busy life.

In this episode you will learn:

• Why weight loss often returns and how to prevent it
• How to begin a new fat loss phase with structure
• Why food noise happens and how to manage it
• How creatine works and what science shows about its benefits
• The purpose of fat loss, maintenance, and building phases
• Why most men should begin with fat loss before shifting to anything else
• How habits and routines influence long term results

This conversation gives you useful tools that you can apply immediately.

Fellas, if you’re in your 40s or 50s and you’ve been carrying extra weight for years, you already know the truth:

you don’t need more motivation… you need a plan that actually fits your life.

That’s why I built 30 Tips in 30 Days — 30 straight days of simple, proven habits that help you drop fat, control cravings, boost energy, and finally get consistent.

No calorie math or starving yourself and let’s the gym marathon sessions too.

Just the exact daily habits I use with men who lose 20–30 pounds and keep it off.

If you’re tired of watching the scale creep up, tired of feeling slow, tired of promising yourself “Monday”…

get on this list. One tip a day. One win a day. This is how your comeback starts.

Go.brianparana.com/30days

In this episode, you’ll hear the real story of Doug and Barb, a retired couple who decided they were done settling for low energy, creeping weight gain, and feeling older than they actually were.

Doug hadn’t been under 200 pounds in more than 30 years. Barb felt tired, achy, and uncomfortable in her clothes. They traveled often, loved being active, and wanted to enjoy retirement without feeling limited by their health.

Twelve weeks later, everything changed.

You’ll hear how they each dropped 15–20 pounds, built consistent habits, learned to eat in a way that fits real life, and finally broke through patterns that held them back for decades.

Their mindset shift, their honesty about what wasn’t working, and the way they supported each other will give you a roadmap for your own comeback.

In this episode, we cover:
• Why their old approaches — keto, cutting carbs, intermittent fasting — never delivered long-term results
• Doug finally breaking the 200-pound barrier after three decades
• How Barb rebuilt her energy, confidence, and strength before a family wedding
• The simple nutrition strategy that helped them stop guessing and start progressing
• How they learned to eat out, travel, and stay social without derailing results
• What changed in their mindset once they invested in real coaching and accountability
• The habits they now rely on to stay consistent in their 60s and beyond

If you’re a man over 40 who keeps telling yourself you “know what to do” but still can’t get results that last, this story will push you to rethink everything.

Doug and Barb are proof that your best years can still be ahead of you when you commit to getting your health back.

Ready to Drop 20+ Pounds in the Next 100 Days?

If Doug and Barb’s story lit a fire under you and you’re tired of trying to figure this out on your own, it’s time to step into The Call To Rise — my 100-Day Fat Loss Program designed for busy men who want clear direction, proven systems, and real accountability.

You’ll get a personalized plan, daily support, and the exact framework that has helped men drop 20–30 pounds while improving energy, confidence, and long-term health.

Start your rise here: www.thecalltorise.com

Most men in their 40s and 50s don’t fail because of effort. They fail because no one ever handed them a clear plan that fits real life.

In this episode, Coach Brian breaks down the 10 habits every man must master to get lean, strong, and energized again. These are the same habits his clients use to drop 20 to 30 pounds in 100 days without living in the gym or eating like a monk.

You’ll learn how to build a foundation you can trust, how to create structure that actually works with a demanding schedule, and how to fuel and train your body in a way that supports testosterone, strength, and sustainable fat loss.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why weighing in every morning is the most underrated tool for accountability
• How to use resistance training to protect muscle and lift metabolism
• The simple planning system busy men use to stay consistent all week
• How a controlled cheat meal keeps you sane and supports progress
• Why sleep is a core fat-loss skill for men over 40
• What whole foods actually do for your metabolism
• How hydration sharpens energy, focus, and fat loss
• How staying occupied prevents overeating
• Why active hobbies beat traditional cardio
• How 30 days of calorie tracking can permanently change your results

If you’re ready to rebuild your body and feel strong again, this episode gives you the exact blueprint to start today.

For more support and to join the 100-Day Call To Rise Challenge, visit www.thecalltorise.com.

In this milestone episode, Coach Brian opens up and shares the core non-negotiables he teaches every man inside The Call to Rise.

These are the daily habits that help busy men over forty lose weight, build strength, improve energy, and finally gain control over their health again.

After 23 years of coaching and helping thousands of clients, these principles remain the foundation of every long-term transformation.

Brian also shares more of his personal story, from childhood athletics to owning two CrossFit gyms to coaching a CrossFit World Champion. His journey shows why these non-negotiables matter and why they work for real men with real responsibilities.

You will learn simple and effective strategies for nutrition, portion control, hydration, movement, eating out, alcohol, and building a lifestyle that supports sustainable fat loss.

If you have been struggling with weight loss, low energy, or inconsistency, this episode gives you a clear path forward.

Ready to rebuild your health with structure and support?
Visit www.thecalltorise.com to learn more.

A late-night bathroom break turned into a full-blown wake-up call.

In this episode of Driven for Health, I sit down with coach and former restaurant operator Brian Nase.

He went from waking up five to six times a night with unquenchable thirst and a blood sugar reading of 374… to living medication-free, lifting regularly, and building a coaching business with his son at 56.

We walk through how his Type 2 diabetes diagnosis forced him to confront years of extra weight, poor habits, and “I’ll deal with it later” thinking, and how a denial for life insurance became the second slap in the face that finally changed everything.

Inside this episode, we break down:

• The early warning signs of diabetes that most men shrug off as “just getting older”
• How Brian dropped nearly 40 pounds in 90 days, got off meds, and why that first approach backfired
• The difference between lowering blood sugar and actually fixing insulin resistance
• Why extreme cardio and very low calories set him up for a rebound instead of long-term health
• How lifting weights and rebuilding muscle became a key tool in managing blood sugar
• The simple 90/10 whole-foods rule Brian uses so he can enjoy holidays and meals with family without losing control
• How time-restricted eating (a 10-hour eating window) helps his body recover instead of staying in constant “feed” mode
• The sleep habits and boundaries he now treats as non-negotiable for his health
• Why his diagnosis pushed him to leave the restaurant world and start a training and nutrition business with his son
• The one piece of advice he would give his former 40-pounds-overweight, newly diagnosed self

If you are a man over 40 carrying extra weight, waking up at night, or staring at a growing pill box by the bed, this conversation is a clear signal that you can turn things around. You do not have to wait for a crisis to make a change.

Coach Brian

The Call To Rise

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Connect with Brian: Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: Time Tension PT

We’re a father–son team, and together we bring two generations of experience, perspective, and passion to the fitness world. What makes us different is more than just certifications or degrees, it’s the bond we share and the unique way we combine our strengths to help others create lasting change.

For me, Brian Nase, life began in the restaurant industry, where 30+ years of long hours and late nights eventually caught up in the form of Type 2 diabetes. Eight years ago, that diagnosis became a turning point. Through dedication, nutrition, and training, I reversed the disease and am now medication-free.

Along the way, I became a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach, committed to showing others that it’s never too late to take back your health.

For Vincent, my son, the journey started in college at Florida State University, where he studied Psychology with a focus on habit transformation. During that time, he discovered a love for the gym, body transformation, and the powerful connection between mindset and results. Now also NASM certified in training and nutrition, Vincent helps clients break free from old patterns, build healthier routines, and unlock their best selves.

Together, we embody two sides of the same coin as proof that change is possible whether you’re just starting your journey or reinventing yourself later in life. Our father–son relationship isn’t just rare in the fitness space, it’s our greatest strength. We understand discipline, accountability, and the importance of support. And we bring that same dynamic to every client we coach.

This isn’t just about workouts or meal plans. It’s about building healthier lives, one sustainable habit at a time guided by the experience of two generations working side by side.

Time Under Tension

Tut@timeundertensionpt.com

Alcohol is part of many men’s lives, but most do not realize how strongly it affects fat loss, muscle growth, energy, sleep, and recovery.

In this episode, Coach Brian breaks down what alcohol really does inside your body and why men over 40 feel the effects more than they used to.

You will learn how alcohol pauses fat burning, slows muscle building, disrupts hormones, increases cravings, and ruins sleep.

More importantly, you will learn practical rules that let you enjoy a drink without destroying your progress. This episode gives you the truth, the strategy, and the steps you can use right away.

If you want a simple and effective way to improve your nutrition, your energy, and your habits, join my 30 Tips in 30 Days series.

It is a free email plan that gives you one practical tip each day to help you eat smarter, move better, recover faster, and feel more in control of your body.

These tips take only a few minutes to read and work well for busy men over 40.

Join for free at go.brianparana.com/30days.

Tyler is an airline pilot who spends most of his life in hotel rooms, airports, and new time zones.

When he came into the program he was dealing with headaches, low energy, and the constant struggle of trying to “eat healthy” on the road.

Three months later he walked out with a system he can run anywhere. Home. Hotel. East coast. West coast. It no longer matters.

This episode breaks down how he did it. If you travel for work, feel like your routine is always disrupted, or keep telling yourself you’ll “dial things in” when life slows down, Tyler’s interview is the wake-up call you need.

What you’ll learn from this conversation with Tyler:

• How he went from daily headaches and energy crashes to steady energy with simple nutritional adjustments
• The exact way he packs for a five-day work trip without relying on junk, airport food, or expensive restaurant meals
• How he balances hotel breakfasts, in-flight snacks, and “free food” without blowing up his macros
• The mindset shift that helped him see food the same way he reads his instruments
• Why tracking for a short period gave him years of nutritional confidence
• How to build meals that fit your schedule instead of forcing your schedule to fit your meals
• The difference between knowing nutrition and being able to apply it in real life
• How to enjoy good food while traveling and still stay on track

If you want the skills and structure to take control of your health no matter how busy your life is, visit www.thecalltorise.com.