In this episode, we tackle the wild claims about plummeting "low testosterone" levels and what it means for "men's health". We dive into the "social media" frenzy surrounding "hormones" and discuss whether these headlines truly offer useful "health tips". Join us as we cut through the noise and talk about what's really happening.

00:00 The Decline of Testosterone Levels
07:15 Understanding Measurement Changes in Testosterone
14:38 Lifestyle Factors Impacting Testosterone
21:37 Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals and Their Effects
28:38 Practical Steps for Improving Testosterone Levels

In this episode of the Garage Gym Athlete podcast, Jerred and Dave explore the idea of consistently choosing the hard right over the easy wrong across fitness, business, family, and life. Using Dave's story and the philosophy behind Garage Gym Athlete as the backdrop, they discuss why long-term alignment, daily discipline, and values-driven decisions matter more than quick wins or short-term optimization. The conversation reinforces that real progress is built through consistency, self-awareness, and intentional choices made over years, not through hacks or intensity spikes. At its core, the episode challenges listeners to commit to the long game and become the kind of person who shows up—especially when it's harder, not easier.

00:00 Why This Episode Exists: Choosing the Long Game
02:10 Dave's Background and the Foundations of Discipline
05:45 Education vs. Self-Education and Owning Your Growth
09:20 Leaving Comfort: Moves, Risk, and Alignment
13:40 Marriage, Family, and Letting Constraints Sharpen You
18:30 Fitness as Identity, Not a Phase
22:10 Coaching, Craft, and Rejecting Short-Term Fitness Wins
26:15 Why Garage Gym Athlete Is a Long-Term Play
30:05 Community, Consistency, and Doing Life Together
33:45 Choosing the Hard Right Over the Easy Wrong (Final Takeaways)

In this episode of the Garage Gym Athlete podcast, Jerred and Dave discuss the Daily Over Decades challenge, a unique fitness initiative designed to promote long-term consistency and sustainable habits. They delve into the structure of the challenge, emphasizing the importance of setting realistic goals and maintaining accountability. The conversation also introduces the new Epic Challenge, which adds additional layers of complexity and engagement. Throughout the discussion, the hosts highlight the significance of community support, tracking progress, and integrating fitness into daily life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Daily Over Decades Challenge
03:00 Understanding the Challenge Structure
05:57 Consistency and Accountability in Fitness
09:06 The Importance of Setting Realistic Goals
11:59 Prizes and Community Engagement
14:57 Introducing the Epic Challenge
20:58 Tracking Progress and Volume
26:48 Mindset and Long-Term Fitness Success