How to loss weight

5 Steps To Looking 10 Years Younger

By Steve & Becky Holman

Did you know that once you hit 40 years of age, whether you're a man or a woman, your body starts aging FASTER than normal? Studies have shown that without the proper nutrients and exercise, your body will age about 6 months EXTRA for every year that passes. Think about that! If you are 40, that means by the time you hit 44 you will LOOK and FEEL 48. And by the time you reach 60, you will LOOK and FEEL 70 YEARS OLD! We see this every day... just look around you.

Did you know that 90% of people over the age of 35 lose enough muscle every year to burn off an additional 4 pounds of body fat? That means you not only lose the only thing on your body that creates shape, tone, and strength—you also gain more fat every year, even if your calories stay the same.

Did you know that all of this is reversible at any age? That there are specific ways to move, eat, and think that tell your brain to STOP this rapid aging process... and even SLOW IT DOWN to the point where you're aging less than a year for every year? That means you can look younger at 40 than you do at 35... or if you're like Becky and I, younger at 50+ than we did at 40!

This is not fantasy talk. This does not require a boatload of anti-aging drugs, supplements, or gimmicks. And, this works for anyone, male or female, and works at any age. 35, 45, 55, 65, 75... you name it. The biology is exactly the same.

My years as editor-in-chief at Iron Man Magazine have allowed me to peer into the secret routines of the anti-aging experts. Over the years, both Becky and I have picked up SO many tips, tricks, and strategies that have allowed us to literally reverse the aging process, at least from a cellular level. That means our body's look, feel, and MOVE younger than our chronological age.

We've taught this System to countless men and women over the years, and it always begins with these 5 key principles you must apply in order to STOP the rapid onset of aging that's going on right now, reverse it, and begin "aging backwards" by restoring your body's natural youth hormones.

That said, we have to warn you: What you are about to hear may go against all the conventional diet and exercise advice you've been hearing. That's because the world has, to be utterly frank, gone soft! "Core training", hot yoga, spin classes, tai chí all of these are just fine, but they won't slow your aging, and they certainly will never shape your muscles or burn off stubborn body fat. No way!

These 5 steps reveal the things you absolutely MUST AVOID if you want to slow the aging process, reclaim your health, and achieve your ideal body.

What you need is a splash of cold water, a touch of Old School, and the honest truth. Sound good? Let's dive in!

Step 1: Forget Low-Fat Diets

Low fat everything has been the craze now for decades and look around. What has that wonderful bit of advice done for the bodies you see? We're fatter, sicker, and more addicted to sugar and carbs than any other time in history. And, we're passing these habits to our kids.

Fats are not to be feared – they're to be embraced. They do not make you fat; rather, they help your body regenerate your power hormones. Testosterone, the 'strength' hormone, for example, is the direct result of cholesterol and dietary fat intake. That's right: "Cholesterol" isn't a dirty word! Your body needs dietary fat and cholesterol in order to produce ANY AND ALL vital hormones.

People on low fat diets look drawn, gaunt, and weak. They are often sick, sometimes to the point of literally breaking down. And, they can never just enjoy eating out. Every meal and every gram must be accounted for. Do you really think this will make you younger? Of course not... it will worry you to death if it doesn't kill you first!

Step 2: Stop Running in Circles

Gym classes can be fun, if you like sitting in one place and torturing yourself. But have you noticed how little people change their bodies in these classes? Sure, it's good "cardio", but cardiovascular conditioning can be gained with far less time and effort.

Treadmills, and any form of endurance training (especially running) does very little to help the age reversal process. Many times, these long-duration exercise bouts accelerate the aging process by increasing free radicals. These free radicals are scavengers that prey on your body's essential nutrients and tissues.

There's a smart way to exercise... we'll cover that in a minute. And, what's wonderful is that it takes you about ¼ the time of traditional workouts. We'll cover more details on the next page.

Step 3: Stop Blaming Everything On How Old You Are

The guys to the left are not fat because they are old—they're fat because they eat, think, and move like a fat, old, dying person! Becky and I are both in our 50s—older than the guys in this photo—and I still sport a nice six-pack, and Becky transformed her body from the typical "middle age mom" to a slim, toned, and super-sexy woman who looks 10 years younger. (See the next page for photos!)

Listen: Your body doesn't own a clock. Studies have shown that men and women in their 90s were able to gain muscle tone in just a matter of weeks of simple weight training. I've personally seen men and women transform their physiques at literally all ages—25 to 95!

If you're around those naysayers who are constantly talking about growing old, all their aches and pains, and how life is just down hill after 40—LEAVE! Surround yourself with positive thinkers who absolutely crave a challenge. A challenge is what keeps you YOUNG, and the best challenge there is happens to be taking control of your health and body.

Step 4: Avoid Chronic Dehydration

Water isn't just "good for you" — water burns fat. Water suppresses hunger. Water renews your skin. Just drinking 12 ounces of pure water every day can take a few years off your face in a matter of weeks. You'll also drop fat, have more energy, and save your kidneys and liver from chronic overwork.

When your kidneys are taxed from too little water, your liver has to take over. Now, get this: Your liver is your number one fat-burning organ. Do you REALLY want it processing liquids and toxins rather than BURNING FAT? No way, right? Well, grab a glass of water, and watch the mirror. Within a few weeks, the change to your face and body will be noticeable.

Step 5: Work Out LESS (Yes, Less)

If you don't work out at all, you're going to lose muscle tissue every year. That means you'll get fatter and flabbier each and every year with less shape and more sag. Is this what you desire? No way, right?

Well, the answer is old school resistance training. Here's the secret: hardly anyone is doing it right!

Becky and I have seen literally thousand of pro fitness athletes train over the years. The ones who looked the best — and that means looked the youngest, most toned, and had the least amount of unwanted fat — were the ones who left the gym while others were still warming up!

Over the past decade, Becky and I have developed a men and women's workout system that we call F4X Training System. This is a revolutionary way of combining four specific exercises done in literally a matter of minutes. That's ALL YOU NEED... And don't let anyone tell you otherwise!

That's right: We do not do endless cardio sessions (the F4X Training System is a great cardiovascular workout) and we do not spend an hour a day in the gym. We have a life, thank you. We have kids, and we value being both fit and real people at the same time. The F4X Training System was our personal breakthrough to achieving our ideal bodies, staying in tip-top shape with minimal time, and having a life outside a gym.

ATTENTION OVER-35 men and women who want to look, feel and move years younger

I'm not asking you to just "buy a book". I'm asking you to read what Becky and I have to say in this letter. It affects anyone over the age of 35...especially if you are hitting an age where you are thinking to yourself, "Well, I'm old now... it's downhill from here."
This letter will change your mind.

Today's exercise programs are way too long... and
they are KEEPING YOU from the body you want

Are you afraid of the term "Old School"? Do you really think all of these "core" exercisers and spin class junkies can change their bodies faster than we can change yours?
Think again.

Have a look at all these people in your gym sweating to spin classes, Pilates, or heaven forbid running or doing some other form of exhaustive, age-increasing form of exercise. Have a look at the men and women training with weights — almost always too heavy and way, WAY too long.

Now, you tell us: have their bodies changed at all in the past 90 days? I'll wager you said, "No," And you would be correct. Statistics reveal that only ½ of 1% of gym-goers and exercisers make any significant body transformation over a YEAR, let alone over just 90 days.

Why? Because good people just like you have been misled and lied to by personal trainers, magazines, and late-night infomercials. You probably believe you have to work out longer to get results, when what you REALLY need to do is work out SHORTER using a very targeted method of movement.

Endless hours and "new-age" workouts not required

"Old School" guys and gals never bothered with ANY of this modern day junk, and believe me, they transformed their bodies almost overnight.

In fact, there was a very famous and notoriously grouchy trainer named Vince Gironda who was famous for getting movie stars like Clint Eastwood, Carl Weathers (Apollo Creed from the Rocky films), and Suzanne Summers in shape for films and TV... in less than TWO WEEKS!

How did he do it? OLD SCHOOL, BABY. That's how.
And that's exactly how YOU will do it. I knew Vince, and I also know all of his secrets, plus dozens of other "get it done FAST" secrets. I'll tell you HOW I know all of this in just a moment...

All Becky and I did was condense these methods and make them work for the busy, over-35 person who wants equally FAST results... without all the fancy "core training" nonsense, or spending 90 minutes A DAY in front of your TV, trying to keep up with that guy yelling at you to "push harder!"

Listen: Becky doesn't even work out 90 minutes A WEEK ... and my workout time isn't much more than that. Not to brag, but we look better at 50+ than people who try those 90-minutes a DAY workouts. But hey...if that's your gig, go for it. We prefer something else...

The Answer Is Found Within The F4X Method™

There's a reason "old school" is where it's at—however, let's be crystal clear. It's damn hard work, and an old-fashioned work ethic is required. You don't work LONG, but you do work HARD.
And don't worry...Becky and I designed the unique 90 minutes per WEEK protocol to work ESPECIALLY for the older person. Men and women in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and even 70s.

Our trademarked Protocol is called The Focus4 Exercise Protocol...or, just "F4X" for short. F4X uses a highly specific approach to exercise in a unique combination of movements anyone can do that has worked for thousands of men and women.

How do we know all of this?

I'm Steve Holman, the Editor-in-Chief of one of the oldest and most popular fitness magazines on the planet: Iron Man Magazine, and I'm lucky enough to have my wife, Becky, work with me side-by-side.
Don't let the name "Iron Man" fool you...we have a large female readership because we are focused on the truth, not absurd gimmicks, worthless machines, or "diet patches." (Come on, are you SERIOUS?!? You are WAY too smart to fall for all that nonsense!)

Our Method Simply Works ...
But 'Regular' Workouts Just Age You Faster!

Old School WORKS... And I'm here to tell you I've seen it all... and so has Becky.
We've seen it...we've tried it...and we keep coming back to what really works. And that is the F4X Protocol...birthed by the sweat and tears of men and women who are long gone, and tested by everyone from grandpas to elite-level athletes.

It works FAST. It works EVERY TIME. You just have to be willing to work yourself. There are no free rides, miracle pills, or inefficient exercises found in Old School, New Body. Why? Because none of that crap works, and you know it.

Every shady marketer and publisher wants you to believe there's some kind of shortcut to the body and health you desire. They're full of it. You're too smart to buy into that, right?
Now, there's good news, too: "Hard" does not mean complicated. "Hard" does not mean LONG. And "hard" does not mean dangerous.

Remember, Becky and I are in our 50s, so we don't believe in training stupid. We put Old School, New Body together with the over-35 trainee in mind, and it's specifically and uniquely tailored to help you reverse the effects of aging as you lose the weight, shape your muscle, and regain your health. Just know THIS...

These Techniques For Youth-Enhancing Fitness
And Weight Loss Are Really Hard To Find

Unless you've been Editor-In-Chief of a fitness magazine, trained with the very best fitness athletes in the world for over thirty years, AND can read minds, you simply cannot find this specific System anywhere on the planet but on this page.

Sure, you can find similar approaches to fitness. After all, some of these ideas were stolen from Iron Man long before many of us were even born! And, if you really wanted to, you could order all the back issues, spend about 100 hours on Google, and probably track down 80% of what Becky and I cover in Old School, New Body.

You could do that...but why?
We've not only created the system FOR you. We've already put the workouts, the nutrition plans, and the action steps all into one short, simple to read, easy to understand handbook that you can read AND put into action in about 2-3 hours. That's it. Short, no fluff, and right to the point.
So, it's up to you: get the Handbook that we've created for you, or start digging around and hope you figure it out.

And, not matter what you decide, you will never access our amazing transformation stories (just look where Becky started in her 40s!), all the specifics that can make or break your results, and all the freebies I'm about to show you without choosing to own your copy of Old School, New Body.

This works for anyone, male or female, no matter
how young or how old you are

Over the past thirty years or so, Becky and I have seen one prevailing lie told over and over again...

"Guys have to train THIS way... Ladies, you have to do something completely different." It's a crock!
ONE simple System... OUR System... will work for anyone at any age, without drastic modifications of any kind.

That means you can shape up with your husband or wife, or any of your friends, without worrying about "getting too bulky" or "not working hard enough." Becky and I work out together all the time. I use more weight on my F4X Protocol movements, simply because I like more muscle, and I'm naturally stronger...but our methods are exactly the same!

Now, look at me... then look at Becky:

The same exact workout System produced these drastically different results. But how? Why do I look muscular, and Becky looks so lean and sleek?

Because the F4X Protocol has THREE (3) PHASES. Each phase is designed to give you exactly what YOU desire for your body—nothing more, nothing less.
Let me tell you about these 3 Phases...

Do you want to lose 10, 25, 50, even 100 pounds or more? Then you will be doing the F4X Protocol with slight variations in movement style and nutrition. You will NOT be spending 4 hours a day doing cardio, or going out and trying to run a few miles. That will get you absolutely nowhere. The few simple variations in the F4X Protocol that we give you, plus the F4X LEAN Meal Plan, will get you exactly where you want to go.

NOTE: Some Old School, New Body readers only go through Phase 1. They find that they get "just enough" toned muscle and ALL the weight loss they desire, and they simply stop right there. Of course, they use F4X MAINTAIN to stay fit, trim, and healthy, but they do not progress to Phase 2 or Phase 3. It's completely up to you.

Once you start losing all the weight you desire, then and ONLY then should you proceed, if you want, to Phase 2: F4X SHAPE. This is what Becky did. First, she got her fat-loss into gear on the LEAN program, and then she decided she wanted "just a bit" more muscle on her frame. She wanted to look like a competitive swimmer, or a figure competitor—a tad more muscle than she had from the LEAN Phase. So, enter the SHAPE Phase!

Here, you will (again) slightly change your lifting style and nutrition plan. That's it! Nothing drastic, nothing major. Just simple changes to the foundational F4X Protocol is ALL you need, man or woman, to add more lean muscle.

Oh, the added benefit of the F4X SHAPE Phase is that you burn even more body fat because you've added lean muscle. Muscle burns 95% of your calories at rest, so the more you have, the more food you can eat. And, since Becky LOVES her treat meals, her extra pounds of SEXY muscle helps burn off those calories... even while she sleeps. You can do the same!

Here's where guys like me come into the picture. I love the look of fitness pro, or what I call "a mini bodybuilder." That huge, grotesque muscle mass you see on the covers of bodybuilding magazines? Not for me. Folks, that's not built by training hard. That's built by training hard, taking illegal drugs, and eating like a horse.

I love muscles, but I don't want to look like I can't fit through the front door of my house! Plus, our kids would really freak out if they saw daddy come home looking like the Hulk.
Still, I wanted those 15-20 extra pounds of muscle on my frame, so I use the F4X BUILD Protocol. Again, same foundational plan, just with simple tweaks to the lifts and diet.

You remain in total control!

Now, here's the really good part (and ladies, listen up!) You are in TOTAL CONTROL — you simply STOP when you've gained the muscle you want! You never, EVER have to worry about waking up looking like a freaky bodybuilder... that just doesn't happen on F4X. You stop when you have the body YOU want, and then you maintain it using an even easier Protocol.

I know, this sounds so incredibly simple... and it is. You see, you might be confused when it comes to what to do these days in order to lose weight and shape up.

There are so many super-complicated diets and fitness plans out there; it's enough to confuse anyone! And it's not your fault. So many magazines, especially the "chick mags", print the most confusing, and downright STUPID diet plans and exercise routines we've ever seen! It's no wonder the nation is growing fatter by the year, and people are dropping dead of heart attacks at shockingly young ages.
Our motto is: Make It Simple, Yet Make It Challenging.