Balance Guy Training

09/05/2026

If Chuck says so, do it.

Happy Friday

Coach Shane

09/04/2026

FLEXFRIDAY SHOULDERS

Simple but not easy shoulder finisher for the end of your workout.

50 lateral raises without the dumbbells leaving your hands.

Do you know what to do with your shoulders now?

Make it a great day.

Coach Shane McLean

09/04/2026

MY LATEST ON Muscle & Fitness

There are so many memes and jokes about calf size; it's not funny. If you want bigger calves so you're not the butt of these jokes (I know I do), this article is for you.

IMO, this is the most comprehensive article on building your calves online today.

Your calves will thank you.

https://www.muscleandfitness.com/workouts/workout-tips/the-calf-training-guide-for-bigger-calves-and-stronger-ankles/

Thanks for reading, and thanks to Jeff Tomko for his editing skills.

Coach Shane McLean

Tired of skinny calves? Learn how to fix stubborn calf genetics using loaded stretches, eccentric control, and Arnold Schwarzenegger’s proven calf workouts.

09/04/2026

FLEXING FRIDAY FIT TIP

A simple finisher for the biceps 💪

Band speed curls. Do as many reps as possible within 30 seconds.

You know what to do next.

WORK WITH ME

Whether you're just starting or you're tired of piecing together random YouTube workouts, my online coaching WILL help you succeed with:

Customized workouts you can do at home
Mobility routines to reduce stiffness and move better
Expert guidance and progress tracking that fits your lifestyle

Please message me to get started today.
https://balanceguytraining.com

FLEXFRIDAY BICEPS A simple finisher for the biceps 💪 Band speed...

09/04/2026

Do you really need a rest day?

Struggling with fatigue on leg day? Strength experts Matt Wenning and Gareth Sapstead reveal the traffic light warmup test to decide whether to push, adjust, or rest.

09/03/2026

DO YOU THINK ABOUT THE FUTURE?

In my 20s, I was focused on the immediate effects of lifting weights.

Bigger muscles

More attention from the opposite s*x

Seeing my abs

You know, all the great vanity benefits that come with lifting. There wasn’t much thought about future Shane, except going to the club on the weekend and hopefully getting lucky.

Being 56, sure, I still like the immediate effects, and I love the attention I get from my wife, but more eyes are focused on the future.

Will I be able to get out of bed tomorrow?

Does this keep me from being hurt in the future?

Will the work I do today pay off 10 years from now

Does it improve my quality of life?

Does this help keep me free from disease?

I’m not a fan of the word "longevity," but with all things nutrition and exercise, I’m not thinking of an immediate payoff but a future one. When you switch to this mindset, it's easier to put in the work when you’re not seeing immediate results.

If you find my approach helpful, I could be your coach. Comment 'FUTURE' below to begin a conversation about coaching.

Thanks for reading.

Coach Shane

09/03/2026

THURSDAY'S NUTRITION TIP

Stopping at 80% full sounds simple until the food is delicious, the plate still has a few bites left, and your brain starts negotiating like a used car salesperson.

“Come on, finish it.”

“You paid for it.”

“It’s only a little more.”

Stopping at 80% full means finishing a meal feeling satisfied, comfortable, and fueled. Not hungry. Not stuffed. Just good. You could eat more, but you don’t need to.

That’s the skill.

The problem is most people eat too fast and blow right past it. Fullness doesn’t always show up right away. Your stomach and brain need time to signal whether you're full. If you’re inhaling food while scrolling your phone, that doesn't happen.

So slow down.

Put your fork down between bites. Take a sip of water. Chew like an adult with functioning teeth. Halfway through the meal, pause and ask, “Am I still hungry, or am I eating because the food tastes good and it’s there?”

Then, before going back for seconds or dessert, wait 10 minutes.

If you’re still hungry, eat more on purpose.

If the urge fades, your body probably caught up and said, “We’re good.”

You won’t nail this every time.

Sometimes you’ll stop too early. Sometimes you’ll eat past comfortable and need a couch, stretchy pants, and a moment of silence.

That’s not failure.

That’s feedback.

The goal isn’t to eat less at every meal.

The goal is to learn what "enough" feels like, so you can finish meals feeling good rather than stuffed.

That’s exactly what my month-to-month nutrition coaching is built around. The full program lasts 30 weeks, and we work step by step on skills like stopping at 80% full, eating slowly, managing hunger, emotional eating, travel, stress, social events, and creating habits you can actually keep.

Message me to learn more about my 30-week nutrition coaching.

09/03/2026

Never Apologize for Staying in the Game

They’ll tell you to slow down. To “act your age.” To take it easy. Smile. Nod. And then deadlift their bodyweight.

You’re not here to fade into the background. You’re here to keep showing up. To challenge yourself. To rewrite what it means to grow older.

Staying strong isn’t selfish—it’s survival. And you don’t need permission to keep pushing. You’ve already earned your spot. Own it.

This is your game. Keep playing.

👉 Want a training system that keeps you sharp, strong, and unapologetically in the game? Comment “aging” below to learn more about the Aging Disgracefully Strength Training System.

Shane is a Whole Body Coach who makes fitness fun. He coaches and empowers clients on how to change lifestyle and behavioral patterns to better support living a healthy lifestyle, in conjunction with utilizing highly effective training techniques, which promote fast body transformations.

09/02/2026

NOVEL EXERCISE ALERT

The Yes Bird dog adds a different dimension to a classic core exercise to improve balance and stability.

Why Yes?

You will see.

Let me know in the comments what you think.

Coach Shane

09/02/2026

HUGE HUMP DAY FIT TIP

Build strength, boost mobility, and regain and improve your health without spending hours in the gym. And yes, you do that with trisets: three exercises back-to-back-to-back with minimal rest.

You get more done in less time and still train like a boss.

Here’s a taste:

1A. Dumbbell Front Squat 8-10 reps

1B. Alternating Overhead Press 8-10reps per side

1C. Alternating Row 12 reps per side.

WORK WITH ME

Whether you're just starting or you're tired of piecing together random YouTube workouts, my online coaching WILL help you succeed with:

Customized workouts you can do at home
Mobility routines to reduce stiffness and move better
Expert guidance and progress tracking that fits your lifestyle

Please message me to get started today.
https://balanceguytraining.com

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