Aging hits hard… but it’s also predictable. And predictable means solvable.
At Thorfit, we coach “Silverbacks & Silver Vixens” to live longer and get stronger using a simple framework: Fast. Feast. Fight. Flow.
Today I want to give you the three real reasons you feel older… and the 7-day reset that starts turning it around.
The 3 reasons you feel older at 40+
1) Muscle loss (quietly steals your power)
After 40, your body becomes less forgiving. You can eat “normal” and still gain fat. You can train hard and still feel weak.
A big reason is sarcopenia—the slow drift toward less muscle and less strength over time.
Here’s the harsh truth:
Muscle isn’t just for looks.
It’s your metabolism, stability, confidence, and long-term independence.
If you do nothing else this month, do this:
Lift 3x per week. Protect muscle like it’s your pension.
2) Sleep debt (turns effort into frustration)
When sleep quality drops, everything gets harder:
cravings go up
willpower goes down
recovery slows
your training stops “working”
Most people respond by pushing harder. The win is to recover smarter.
3) Under-protein + under-recovery (the midlife trap)
A common 40+ pattern:
light breakfast (or no breakfast)
salad lunch
dinner becomes the only real meal
training feels harder, results feel slower
Your body can’t build strength or bounce back without raw materials.
Simple rule:
Hit a protein “anchor” at every meal.
Even if the meal is small.
The 7-Day 40+ Reset (Fast / Feast / Fight / Flow)
You don’t need motivation. You need a system.
FIGHT: 3 strength sessions (no fluff)
Do 3 workouts this week. Keep it simple:
Workout A
Squat pattern (goblet squat) – 3×8–12
Push (push-ups / dumbbell press) – 3×8–12
Carry (farmer carry) – 6×30–45 sec
Workout B
Hinge (Romanian deadlift) – 3×8–12
Pull (rows) – 3×8–12
Core (dead bug / plank) – 3 rounds
Alternate A/B/A this week. Done.
FEAST: protein anchors
Choose one of these per meal:
3–4 eggs + yogurt
chicken/tuna + rice/potatoes
mince + veg
whey + fruit (if you’re in a rush)
If you want a target: 30–40g protein per meal is a solid start for most 40+ people.
FAST: minimum viable fasting
Start with:
12-hour kitchen closed (e.g., finish dinner 7pm → first meal 7am)
If that’s easy after a week, nudge it to 13–14 hours
This supports insulin sensitivity (without turning your life into punishment).
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FLOW: downshift your nervous system
Do this for 7 nights:
10 minutes low light
phone out of your face
slow breathing (4 seconds in, 6 seconds out)
Flow isn’t woo-woo. It’s how you get your body into repair mode.
The “Starter Stack” (supplements that support the reset)
Supplements don’t replace the plan—they support the plan.
1) Creatine (daily)
Creatine is one of the most researched “boring but effective” tools for cellular energy, training output, and supporting lean mass—which matters more after 40.
How to use: 3–5g daily, any time.
2) Magnesium Glyconate (night)
Magnesium supports relaxation and sleep quality—key for recovery and consistency in midlife.
How to use: take it in the evening (start low if you’re sensitive).
If you only do the plan + these two, you’ll feel a difference within a couple of weeks—because you’re finally supporting the fundamentals.
Delivery: Nationwide delivery is R120 flat rate on all orders, and there’s a rewards program where you earn points for spend.
Where peptides fit (advanced layer, not step one)
Thorfit also offers peptides (including nasal delivery options) as part of an “advanced layer” for people who’ve built a foundation first.
Important: peptides are not casual supplements. If you go this route, do it properly and safely.
Legal note (read this): information around peptides is for informational purposes only—always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any peptide or medicine protocol.
Your next step
If you’re a Silverback or Silver Vixen and you want momentum without overwhelm:
Reply “START” and I’ll send you:
the 40+ Longevity Quiz
your 7-day reset checklist
the exact timing for the Starter Stack
And if you want the advanced info pack:
Reply “ADVANCED” for the peptides overview + eligibility checklist (clinician-led).
Live long. Live strong.
— Thor / Thorfit
