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Natural body shaping the natural way

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Body Shaping the Natural Way – Curtis Matthews

March 7, 2025

I’m 58, 5’10”, 185 lbs, sitting at 20% body fat, and I’m shaping up my way—no contests, no diets, just natural vibes. Goal? Drop to 170-175 lbs, maybe 15-18% fat—leaner, stronger, feeling solid. Been hitting a full-body dumbbell workout the last couple days (watch it here)—45 minutes of squats, presses, rows, and core. Here’s how I’m making it happen.

Training: My Groove

  • Weights: That YouTube full-body workout, 4-5 days a week. Push to feel it, not break it—extra love to shoulders, chest, legs for shape. At 58, it’s about strength, not strain.
  • Cardio: Walk or bike 30 min, 3-4 days a week—easy pace. Tampa heat’s real, so early or indoor. Might go 40 min later if I’m up for it.
  • Burnout: After weights, 15-20 bodyweight squats or push-ups—quick and done.

This keeps my muscle, burns fat, and fits me. At 20% fat, I’ve got ~148 lbs lean mass—good base to shape up.

Eating: Smart, My Way

No rules, no tracking—I’m eating smart on my terms. Less fat, more shape, figured out as I go.

Timeline: Getting There

  • Now (March): 4x weights, 3x cardio. Down to 180 lbs by April.
  • April-May: Maybe 5x weights, 4x cardio. Hit 175-ish by June.
  • Summer: Land at 170-175 lbs—tweak if I feel like it.

Why It’s Mine

That workout’s my thing—keeps me strong, moving natural. Cardio’s just walking, no big deal. Eating’s my call—no stress, just results. By summer, I’ll be leaner, tighter, all me at 58.

Next up? More workouts, more updates—stick around!?

Carousel of some of the food I ate in the last few weeks.

Supplement I take is creatine

Ingredients Creatine Monohydrate (micronized) Directions During the loading phase day 1 through 5, take 1 scoop four times daily. During the maintenance phase from day 6 forward, take 1 scoop daily. For best results, consume 1 scoop with 8-12 ounces of water or juice. Drink 8-12 glasses of water daily.

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BUT! I purchased this supplement Last purchased Jul 17, 2024 and still have a little!
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Life Lessons from the Gym: How Fitness Fuels Business Success

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Life and business are a lot like the gym: they both require consistency, effort, and the willingness to push past limits. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been focusing on two challenging exercises—pull-ups and shoulder presses. Both test not only my physical strength but also my determination and focus.

The Workouts

Pull-Ups: A true test of upper body and core strength. Coming off an injury even a single pull-up felt like a mountain to climb. Now, I’m powering through sets, each rep reminding me that persistence leads to progress.

Shoulder Presses: This exercise is all about stability and building a solid foundation—qualities that also define my work as a wireless consultant. Just like in business, it’s not about how much you lift but how well you do it.

Fitness Lessons Applied to Business

Just as in fitness, success in wireless consulting comes from repetition, fine-tuning techniques, and aiming for personal bests. Whether I’m helping a business save on their wireless bills or securing the best promotions for device upgrades, I approach every challenge with the same drive I bring to the gym.

My Fitness Tip

“Lifting heavy is one of the best ways to build muscle, but doing it safely without getting hurt is key. Longevity and consistency are essential to the process.” This applies not only to fitness but also to achieving long-term success in any area of life.

What challenges are you pushing through in your fitness routine or work? Let’s share insights in the comments!

Full Body Fitness: A 57-Year-Old’s Take

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Who says you need to split your workout routine?
At 57, I’ve found that a full-body workout is the ultimate efficiency hack. Instead of isolating muscle groups on different days, I’ve discovered that working my entire body in one session delivers a more comprehensive and effective workout.
Here’s why I’m a full-body convert:
* Time Efficiency: Less time in the gym, more time for life.
* Metabolic Boost: Targeting all muscle groups ignites your metabolism, leading to increased calorie burn.
* Functional Fitness: Real life isn’t about isolating muscles; it’s about coordinated movement. Full-body workouts mimic everyday activities better.
* Balanced Development: Preventing imbalances and ensuring overall strength and flexibility.
Of course, everyone’s fitness journey is unique. But if you’re looking to maximize your time and results, consider giving full-body workouts a try. Your body will thank you!
Have you tried full-body workouts? What are your thoughts? Let’s chat in the comments!

Full body dumbbell workout

Curtis Matthews showing off!

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Videos of Curtis weightlifting

This page will have some old videos that I posted and some new ones. I am calling it my showoff post.

14 years ago, heavy leg press

I’ve always been drawn to lifting heavy weights. Walking into a gym, I felt the adrenaline kick in—I was ready to make my mark. Recently, I recorded a video at LA Fitness on Dale Mabry, near Van Dyke Road in Tampa, Florida. Join me as I share my passion for strength training and the thrill of pushing my limits.

Leg press at LA Fitness Tampa Florida

Leg press 2024 Anytime Fitness

Leg press Anytime Fitness Westchase Florida
Air Squats

Still lifting heavy 2024

Seated rows Anytime Fitness Dale Mabry