Most men don’t lose their body because they “got old”… they lose it because they got comfortable. Somewhere between work stress, family duties, and “I’ll start Monday,” the training becomes random, the eating becomes sloppy, and the mirror starts telling the truth you’ve been avoiding. And then you think the problem is age. It’s not. Your body still responds — even in your 40s, 50s, and 60s — but only when you stop guessing and start training with a proper plan. Not a hype workout. Not a 30-day challenge. A structured system that builds muscle, protects your joints, and keeps progress coming when motivation dips. That’s exactly what my 6-month coaching is built for: a phased comeback plan with progression, recovery, and real accountability — so you don’t just “get in shape”… you become the kind of man who stays in shape.
RUN, BOET, RUN — A REAL TALK ABOUT LUST
I just posted a raw, honest article about one of the toughest battles men face: lust. No shame, no preaching — just real talk, Scripture, and practical wisdom. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by temptation, this one’s for you. Read it here and stay strong: http://www.gertlouw.com
Diet vs Cardio: What Actually Makes You Look Good
Most people think cardio is the secret to getting lean — but science says otherwise. You can run for hours, yet if your diet’s out of control, the fat stays. Real change starts with what’s on your plate. In this post, I break down what research actually shows about diet vs cardio for fat loss, why the body fights back when you overtrain, and how to use both the smart way to finally look lean, strong, and defined.
“Seven Days That Broke My Anxiety — and Rebuilt My Fire.”
After 18 months of chaos, I finally drew a line in the sand. No more feeding fear. No more noise. Just silence, discipline, and a raw fight for peace. In one week, I discovered how simple — and how brutally effective — it can be to take your mind back. No therapy. No medication. Just two choices that changed everything.
The MAN-MAKER protocol
Men are softer, sicker and more distracted—but we can reverse it. In this guide I outline the science behind falling testosterone, microplastics, UPFs and sleep debt, then hand you an 8-week plan to fight back. Build VO₂max and muscle with a simple weekly split, hit protein targets that trigger growth, time carbs to training, and apply easy plastic-minimizing habits. You’ll get bloodwork checklists, progress metrics and a follow-along video package. Strength is stewardship—reclaim vitality, discipline and purpose.
8 Science Truths That Will Kick Your Comfort Zone to Pieces
Most people think comfort keeps them safe. Science says otherwise. Comfort weakens you, shortens your lifespan, and turns your body into soft clay. Real results come from habits that stress, challenge, and strengthen you — and the data is undeniable. Here are 8 science-backed truths about training, eating, recovery, and even faith. Ignore them, and you decay. Apply them, and you build a body, mind, and spirit that lasts.
Charlie Kirk Assassination: A Turning Point for Men Everywhere
The assassination of Charlie Kirk was more than a political tragedy — it was a wake-up call for men worldwide. He stood with courage, debated with respect, and for me, was one of the few heroes I had in this world. His death challenges us to rise stronger, live with conviction, and reclaim what it means to be men of strength, purpose, and faith.
“Warriors Reborn: The Movement of Biblical Masculinity Begins Here”
After 18 months away, I return not as the same coach, but as a man forged in fire. This is more than fitness — it’s a call to Biblical Masculinity: raising men of God who are strong, unshakable, and fearless. Faith, discipline, and true strength — body, mind, and spirit.
My Last Speedo Photo
By Gert Louw | GertFITNESS For years I shared my journey of fitness for older men, showing what’s possible with discipline, resistance training, and a healthy diet. Alongside the advice and coaching, I often posted Speedo photos to display the results of hard work. At the time, I thought I was motivating men to take their … Continue reading My Last Speedo Photo
Muscle Growth Hack: The missing INGREDIENT!
Ready for the truth bomb? There's one single ingredient that will determine whether you're strutting around with the body of your dreams or simply sitting on the sidelines with a "meh" result. Yep, just one thing stands taller than all the fancy diets, muscle-building supplements, and even steroids combined. Let me share this with you...
Small Meals vs. Big Meals: The Best Nutrition Strategy for Older Men Building Muscle
For older men engaging in resistance training, frequent small meals offer significant benefits over larger meals. These include enhanced protein synthesis, better metabolism, stabilized energy levels, improved digestion, hormonal balance, and effective recovery. Overall, smaller meals help manage appetite and support muscle growth, making them a preferable approach for optimizing fitness and health.
Does TRT increase tendon injury risk for older men? Discover the science, the numbers, and how to train smart with purpose after 40, 50, and 60.
Recent science studies raised eyebrows that TRT could increase risk of bicep tendon injury by 400%. Should we be worried? Your TRT coach discuss the real truth!
Dude Talk: Democrats, Pronouns, UFOs, and Life in South Africa!
Dude Talk: Democrats, Pronouns, UFOs, and Life in South Africa! A tongue in cheek look at this crazy world.
“Transform Your Body: A Journey from 200kg to 100kg with Four Foundational Principles”
Imagine yourself seated at the table, facing the reality for argument sake of weighing 200kg while aspiring to weigh 100kg. The problem is, the plate in front of you is designed to feed a 200kg (an rising) body. The core rule of this approach is to “FEED THE BODY YOU WANT NOT THE ONE YOU HAVE”.
The COMPLETE “T-Boosting Protocol”
The complete T-BOOSTING protocols for guys over 40 to increase Total T and Free T levels naturally by following the science in a easy step by step fashion.
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