The Dr. Joey Munoz Show

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The Only 3-Day Workout You Need to Build Muscle After 40 Apr 06, 2026

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If you're over 40, busy, and still trying to figure out how to build muscle without living in the gym, this is the video you've been waiting for.

Most people think more days equals more gains. But the research tells a completely different story. 10 hard sets per muscle per week is all you need to get close to your maximum potential for muscle growth, and you can fit that into just 3 days a week.

In this video, I'm giving you my complete, science-backed 3-day full-body program built specifically for busy professionals. No isolation work, no fluff, just 4 compound movements per session, a smart superset structure that keeps every workout under 60 minutes, and a progression system that guarantees you keep making gains week after week.

I'll walk you through exactly which exercises to do, how many reps and sets, how to structure your rest periods, when to add weight, and the 3 mistakes I see people make that quietly kill their progress on programs like this.

No guesswork. No wasted time. Just 3 days a week and a plan that actually works.

How to change your habits to crush your goals with Michael J Lopez Mar 30, 2026

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In this episode, I sit down with Michael J. Lopez, former Managing Director at Ernst & Young and KPMG, consultant, keynote speaker, and author of Change: Six Science-Backed Strategies to Transform Your Brain, Body, and Behavior, to break down why change is so hard and what it actually takes to make it stick. We get into the neuroscience of habit change, why your brain is working against you, and the real reason most people quit before they see results.

The Most Impactful Next Step You Can Take To Lose Fat and Build Muscle Effectively! Mar 27, 2026

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Why Your Diet Isn't Working (And What's Actually Missing) Mar 23, 2026

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Have you tried every diet out there, keto, paleo, Whole30, only to end up back at square one? You're not broken, and your metabolism isn't the problem. In this episode, Dr. Joey Munoz breaks down the real reason diets fail long-term and introduces the 3-pillar framework he uses with his clients at Fit for Life Academy to create lasting results.

You'll learn why restrictive diets almost always fail long-term, why understanding the "why" behind your nutrition beats following rigid rules every time, and how shifting your focus from outcomes to habits is the real key to sustainable weight loss.

If you're a busy professional who's tired of starting over every few months, this episode will completely change how you think about food, discipline, and what it actually takes to get healthy for good.

How to lose 20 lbs in 90 days (step by step sustainable plan) Mar 16, 2026

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If you want to lose 20 pounds in the next 90 days without starving yourself, losing muscle, or gaining the weight back later, in this episode I walk through a simple step-by-step framework you can actually follow.

This episode breaks down the exact 5-step system for sustainable fat loss that I use with clients. The goal is to lose fat aggressively enough to see real progress, while still protecting muscle mass and keeping your metabolism healthy.

Instead of relying on crash diets or extreme training plans, the focus is on science-based strategies that fit real life so the results are not only effective but sustainable long term.

In this episode, I explain:

• How to calculate your true maintenance calories • How to create the right calorie deficit without starving yourself • The training strategy that helps maximize fat loss while preserving muscle • Why daily movement and step count matter more than most people think • How to structure your protein, fiber, and meals to control hunger and improve satiety • The weekly measurement system that ensures you keep making progress • What to do when fat loss inevitably slows down

I also explain why most crash diets fail, how muscle loss affects your metabolism, and why a 90-day fat loss phase should be treated as a proof of concept for the habits you'll maintain long term.

If your goal is to lose fat, get stronger, and build habits that actually last, this episode walks through the exact process step by step.

Why High Performers Struggle With Fitness & Health With Don Saladino Mar 09, 2026

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Follow Don Saladino:https://www.instagram.com/donsaladino/

In this episode, I sit down with renowned performance coach Don Saladino to talk about what it really takes to build success, both in fitness and in business.

Don shares the story of how he got started in the industry, from a young athlete dealing with hearing and speech challenges to building multiple training businesses and working with some of the biggest names in Hollywood. Along the way, we dive into the realities behind entrepreneurship, the setbacks that shaped his career, and why resilience is often the most important skill you can develop.

We also explore how success in one area of life doesn't always translate into success with health and fitness. Don explains why even highly driven professionals can struggle with consistency when it comes to training, and how identifying your own behavioral patterns can make a huge difference in long-term progress.

The conversation goes beyond workouts and nutrition. We talk about parenting, leading by example with your health, and how habits around fitness can influence the people around you, especially your family.

We also discuss the evolution of the fitness industry, the rise of social media education, and why applying knowledge in the real world matters far more than simply repeating what the science says.

This episode is a deep conversation about discipline, responsibility, and building a life that aligns with your values, both inside and outside the gym.

If you're interested in fitness, entrepreneurship, and the mindset required to stay consistent over the long term, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

Why You're Not Building Muscle, Realistic Progress, Strength vs Hypertrophy, and More with Tom Kaizen Mar 02, 2026

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Follow Tom Kaizen: https://www.instagram.com/tom_kaizen/

In this episode, I sit down with coach Tom to break down what's actually holding most people back from building muscle and making real progress in the gym.

We go beyond sets and reps and dive into the bigger picture behind training. Tom shares his personal journey into strength training, how it helped him navigate mental health struggles, and why fitness often becomes more than just physical for many people.

We also unpack what most people misunderstand about building muscle. We talk about why progress is much slower than most expect, how unrealistic expectations lead to frustration, and why consistency over years matters far more than chasing quick results. We break down what realistic muscle gain actually looks like, how to think about progress long term, and why small improvements compound over time.

On the training side, we cover what actually works for most people. From balancing strength and hypertrophy, to why simple, effective training often beats complicated programs, and how to structure your workouts in a way that fits real life without overcomplicating things.

This episode isn't about hacks or shortcuts. It's about understanding how progress really works, setting realistic expectations, and building an approach to training that you can stick with for years.

If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with your results, this episode will give you a much clearer and more sustainable way to think about your training.

Train Smarter, Not Harder: How Busy People Actually Get Fit with Luka Hocevar Feb 23, 2026

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Follow Luka Hocevar: https://www.instagram.com/lukahocevar/

In this episode, I sit down with strength coach Luka Hocevar to break down what actually matters when it comes to getting stronger, building muscle, and staying consistent long term.

We go beyond workouts and talk about the mindset behind real progress. Luka shares his journey from growing up in Slovenia to becoming a coach, and how discipline, identity, and personal challenges shaped the way he approaches training and life.

We also dive into what most people get wrong when it comes to fitness. We talk about consistency vs intensity, why most programs fail for busy people, how to structure your training in a realistic way, and the key principles that actually move the needle without overcomplicating everything.

This episode isn't about chasing perfect programs or doing more. It's about understanding what truly works, how to simplify your approach, and how to build something you can actually sustain.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by training advice or stuck trying to balance fitness with real life, this episode will give you a much clearer way to think about it.

Nutrition PhD Reacts to This Fit Woman's Diet (Full Day of Eating) Jan 19, 2026

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In this episode, I break down a full day of eating from a fit fitness influencer and explain what's actually going on behind each meal.

I walk through her breakfast, lunch, and dinner, pointing out what works well, where things could be improved, and why certain choices matter if your goal is fat loss, muscle building, or better long-term health. We talk about whole foods, protein timing, meal size distribution, and one of the most common mistakes I see people make when trying to "eat healthy."

This episode goes deeper than the short Instagram versions. I explain the science in a practical way and show how small, realistic adjustments can make a big difference without turning your diet into something rigid or miserable.

If you want a clearer, more sustainable approach to nutrition that actually fits real life, this episode will give you a better framework for thinking about your own meals.

Why Most Fitness Plans Fail (And What Actually Works) With Patrick Morrison Jan 12, 2026

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Patrick Morrison | Online Fitness Coach https://www.instagram.com/pj.morrison/

I sat down with fitness coach Patrick Morrison and had one of those conversations that really makes you rethink how you approach fitness.

We didn't talk about perfect meal plans, fancy workouts, or extreme discipline. We talked about why most fitness plans fail in the first place, why consistency matters more than perfection, and what "training hard enough" actually looks like for real people.

This episode gets into:

Why most fitness programs stop working
The mindset shifts people need to stay consistent
What effective strength training actually requires
Why weekly consistency beats perfect days
How good coaching goes way beyond workouts and nutrition

If you've tried multiple fitness plans, diets, or routines and still feel stuck, this conversation will probably hit home.

It's honest, practical, and way more realistic than most fitness advice out there.

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