Most guys over 40 think building muscle and losing fat is just about training harder or eating cleaner. The reality is, that only gets you so far.

True results come from optimizing the whole system: training, recovery, nutrition, hormones, and in some cases, leveraging tools like peptides. To dig deeper into this, I’m joined by Jeff Sakamoto. Jeff’s background in pro sports, bodybuilding, and now owner of a top peptide and hormone distribution company, gives him a unique perspective on what it really takes to move the needle.

In this conversation, we break down what optimization really means, why most guys are leaving game-changing results on the table, and how to approach peptides safely so they actually work for you. The goal is simple: help you look, feel, and perform your best without grinding yourself into the ground.

If you’re ready to move beyond outdated practices and start thinking like someone who values long-term health, energy, and performance, this is for you.

Episode Timeline:

00:00 – Episode Preview

01:05 – Welcome to the Show

02:07 – Introducing Jeff Sakamoto

04:36 – Jeff’s Journey Into Telemedicine

05:42 – Dangers of self-sourcing peptides online

08:52 – Ensuring quality & pharmacy standards

11:02 – The pursuit of optimization

12:15 – Early athletic background & low testosterone discovery

17:25 – Stress, lifestyle, and body composition challenges

19:39 – Misconceptions around sleep, food, and alcohol

22:18 – Rationalizing habits vs. health goals

23:52 – Micro-decisions and long-term progress

25:06 – Ripple effects of daily choices

25:24 – Shifting identity away from alcohol

26:35 – Strength training after 40

29:05 – Moving past CrossFit and high-intensity training

29:55 – Training with intent, not annihilation

30:36 – Breaking down peptides

31:47 – Who should consider peptides

33:49 – Hormones vs. Peptides: where to start

35:26 – What “optimal” testosterone really means

37:48 – The importance of free testosterone

39:16 – Lifestyle factors before hormone therapy

41:16 – Reframing GLP-1s as a powerful tool

44:05 – Real-world results with GLP-1s

45:28 – Advancements with retatrutide

46:42 – Microdosing explained

48:07 – Broader benefits of GLP-1s

49:07 – Peptides that support healing & recovery

51:36 – Popular anti-aging peptides (GHK-Cu)

52:31 – Wrapping up & where to connect with Jeff

53:24 – Guidance for finding good clinicians

54:20 – Closing thoughts

Connect with Jeff Sakamoto:

• Jeff Sakamoto’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeff.sakamoto/
• Company Website: https://www.scripts.co/

Links & Resources:

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Extreme weight loss isn’t about magic diets—it’s about science, psychology, and accountability.

On today’s show, I interviewed Matt Hoodie, a coach who’s helped more than 30 people lose over 100 pounds and keep it off. We dig into his unique method of starting with calorie “budgets,” how he adapts plans for obese vs. leaner clients, and why focusing on macros or meal timing too soon sets people up to fail. Matt breaks down what happens to the body during massive weight loss, how to navigate metabolic adaptations, and the smartest way to reverse diet without regaining everything. This episode is a masterclass in the real art and science of sustainable weight loss.

If you want the truth about what it actually takes to lose massive weight and keep it off, you won’t want to skip this one.

Timestamp

00:00 – Episode Preview

00:55 – Podcast Intro

01:47 – Introducing Matt Hoodie

05:41 – Why Empathy Matters in Coaching Extreme Weight Loss

07:04 – Matt’s Childhood, Medications, and Hitting 300+ lbs

08:27 – Turning Point: Health Scare, Dietetics, and Self-Change

12:48 – Starting Coaching: Early Clients and Realizing Nutrition > Training

18:23 – Building His Own Calorie-Budgeting Algorithm

20:41 – Specialized Coaching vs. Cookie-Cutter Formulas

22:16 – Metabolic Adaptation in Long-Term Weight Loss

24:05 – Using Carbs to Break Plateaus

25:23 – Behavioral Curve: From Basics → Education → Maintenance

27:05 – Empowering Clients with Education & Autonomy

28:10 – Reverse Dieting: Restoring Metabolism After Weight Loss

34:34 – How to Safely Ramp Up Calories Post-Diet

36:25 – The Harder Part: Accountability in Maintenance

37:34 – Accountability: 80% of Coaching Success

39:32 – Coaching Beyond Macros: Habits, Empathy, & Behavior Change

41:33 – The Coaching Industry’s Problems & Client Retention

42:49 – Coaching as Both Science and Human Connection

43:07 – The Realities of Coaching: Not a Get-Rich-Quick Path

44:26 – Where to Follow Matt Hoodie

45:04 – Closing Thoughts and Call to Action

Connect with Matt Hoodie:

• Matt Hoodie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthoodie/

Links & Resources:

• Connect with Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/
• Learn more about Ben’s coaching programs: www.bodysystems.com
• Subscribe to the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-nutrition-made-simple-show-with-ben-brown/id1244912234
• Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4H8vUlwYvKcAXZOv84sFgT

Want better results? Stop blaming your plan and start owning your commitments.

Coaching isn’t about being handed the “perfect” diet or workout. It’s about the six core commitments that actually move the needle. In this episode, I break them down—why preparation matters, why consistency beats perfection, and how honesty, curiosity, engagement, and true investment separate the people who succeed from the ones who spin their wheels.

This isn’t about hacks. It’s about raising your standard and taking responsibility for the outcomes you want.

If you’re serious about building confidence and getting results that actually last—this is your wake-up call. Tune in now

Episode Timeline:

00:00 – Episode Preview

00:38 – Welcome & What We Really Do at Body Systems

02:33 – Coaching Is a Two-Way Street

03:22 – Why Ben Hired 2 Business Coaches

05:10 – The Mirror Moment: Taking Radical Ownership

06:44 – Commitment #1: Be Prepared

08:45 – Commitment #2: Be Consistent

09:54 – Commitment #3: Be Honest

11:47 – Commitment #4: Be Curious

13:06– Commitment #5: Be Engaged

14:35 – Commitment #6: Be Invested

16:07 – Ben’s Self-Check on His Own Commitments

17:32 – Invitation to Work Together

17:58 – Podcast Outro

Links & Resources:

• Connect with Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/
• Learn more about Ben’s coaching programs: www.bodysystems.com
• Subscribe to the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-nutrition-made-simple-show-with-ben-brown/id1244912234
• Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4H8vUlwYvKcAXZOv84sFgT