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How the Terry Crews workout routine defies biological aging

Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert

Dec 27, 2025 · 10 min read

At 54, the actor and host maintains a physique that rivals men half his age. While genetics play a role, the science behind his consistency, fasting protocol, and training volume offers a roadmap for maximizing male longevity and strength. “What makes the Terry Crews workout routine effective isn’t just the heavy weight—it is the relentless ...

Can i drink coffee while fasting? The metabolic rules you need to know

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Nov 30, 2025 · 9 min read

For many intermittent fasters, the morning cup of joe is non-negotiable. But does that brew shut down fat burning or halt cellular repair? An endocrinologist breaks down the hormonal mechanics of caffeine during a fasted state. “From a hormonal perspective, the primary goal of fasting is to lower insulin levels to unlock fat stores. Black ...

Does diet coke break a fast? What the science actually says

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Nov 29, 2025 · 14 min read

Diet soda has almost no calories, so most people assume it is “fasting safe.” The real answer is more nuanced: diet coke will not technically break a fast, but it can still nudge hormones, hunger, and some of the very benefits you are fasting for. “From a pure calorie standpoint, diet soda does not break ...