Let’s Talk Testosterone (Yep, I Said It)

This week’s newsletter was inspired by one of my guys—we’ll call him Lost Libido.
He reached out the other day feeling a bit off… lower energy, strength slipping, motivation in the gutter—and yep, the bedroom department wasn’t exactly firing on all cylinders either.

Truth is, he’s not alone.

If you’re a guy who’s noticed the belly getting softer, the energy tank running low, and the weights feeling heavier than they used to… this one’s for you.

Here’s the hard truth: testosterone naturally drops as we age. But here’s the better truth—it doesn’t have to.

A decline in T often comes with some not-so-fun side effects

  • Sluggish energy 
  • Brain fog 
  • A dip in strength 
  • Motivation going MIA 
  • That spark? Kinda gone 

The good news? You don’t need to rely on constant trips to the doc or weekly jabs to fix it.

There are proven, natural ways to help your testosterone stay strong—so you can keep showing up at your best.

Let’s dive in:

1. Cool It With the Booze


Not saying you can’t enjoy a cold one, but if you’re making it a regular habit, it’s going to mess with your T levels.
Hops (especially in beer) crank up estrogen and pull your testosterone down with it. That nightly glass turning into a few? Worth reconsidering.

2. Sleep Is Not Optional

One week of bad sleep is all it takes to knock down your testosterone. One. Week.
So if you’re staying up scrolling, binge-watching, or tossing back drinks before bed, it’s time to rethink your routine.  Check out my sleep tips here —because real recovery starts with real rest.

3. Lift Like You Mean It

Let’s be honest—cruising from machine to machine or lounging on the recumbent bike doesn’t cut it.  You want your testosterone up? You’ve gotta train with intention.
Heavy weights. Big compound lifts. Real effort.
That’s how you build muscle and send your T levels sky-high. Need a program? 

https://www.personal-trainers.co.nz/programs/

4. Smart Supplementation

If your body’s low on the raw materials it needs, it can’t make more testosterone. Simple.
 Here are some essentials for men:

  • Vitamin D3
  • Zinc (bonus points for oysters as they’re super high in Zinc)
  • Magnesium
  • Tribulus 
  • Tongkat ali 
  • Ginkgo
  • Fish oil


My personal go-to for bumping the T levels up is Libido Stim which is an all in one specific testosterone boosting supplement. This supplement is potent, powerful and proven unlike many testosterone supplements on the market, which quite frankly are a complete joke

$94.31 plus GST

5. Eat Like You Give a Damn


Trashy carbs, sugar bombs, and soy-packed junk? They’ll tank your T faster than you can say “dad bod.”

Instead, fuel up with:

  • Eggs 
  • Grass-fed steak 
  • Healthy fats like avocado, olive oil, butter, and coconut oil 
  • Cruciferous veggies (hey, broccoli 👋) 

Extra body fat = more estrogen and inflammation. So yeah… let’s work on dropping that spare tire, too.

Bottom Line:

You don’t need testosterone injections to get your edge back.  You need consistency, intention, and a refusal to keep making excuses.

Let’s stop waiting for the “right time.” Let’s stop convincing ourselves we’re “too busy.”

Your energy, confidence, and strength are worth the effort.

And here’s the kicker:

If you suspect your testosterone might be low—don’t just wonder.

Test, don’t guess.

You can get a basic hormone panel through Nutripath for $150.60 + GST, which will give you a clear picture of where your T levels sit.

Want to dig a bit deeper? There’s also an extensive panel for $270 + GST, which includes other key markers that could be impacting your hormones, energy, and mood.

It’s worth knowing what’s actually going on inside your body—because when you know, you can do something about it.

Any questions about testing or next steps? Just hit reply—I’m happy to point you in the right direction.

And ladies—if you’re still reading, feel free to pass this on to a man who could use a little hormone help.

To your strength (and sanity),