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Burn with Kearns: A matter of honor, and neuroscience. Self defense 4 U – Kevin Kearns
by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer, exercise and fitness
It’s a Matter of Honor — and Neuroscience – Why Partner Training Over 50 Isn’t Just Smart… It’s Strategic
There’s a reason elite military units, sports teams, and high-performing companies invest in team-building through physical activity—and it goes far beyond burning calories or looking good in a polo shirt.
For men over 50, the key to lasting health and fitness success isn’t found in a solo treadmill session or another gimmicky fitness app. It’s found in connection, accountability, and functional movement rooted in science.
The Neuroscience of Camaraderie
Group and partner-based training has been shown to significantly improve mood, consistency, and resilience. Studies published in the Journal of Social Sciences and Frontiers in Psychology reveal that:
- Shared physical effort increases endorphins (mood boosters)
- Group training raises oxytocin (the trust and bonding hormone)
- Consistent workouts stimulate dopamine (reward and habit-forming behavior)
Translation? Training with someone else not only makes you feel better—it makes you show up more, perform better, and stay on track longer.
Burn with Kearns in Action: Real Results with Real Teams
We’ve seen firsthand how team training transforms morale, mindset, and performance in the corporate world.
- UPS We led team-focused resilience and conditioning workshops across departments—designed to improve movement, reduce injury, and boost morale. The ripple effect? Better focus, tighter communication, and lower absenteeism.
- Pega Systems & 📞 Granite Telecommunications At both companies, we launched two group-based performance programs: 🥊 White Collar Fight Club 💥 MMA Fighter Fit
Working with a group of just 25 professionals, ages 25 to 60, we saw extraordinary results over three months:
✅ 12–15 pounds of average weight loss
✅ Significant reductions in blood pressure and BMI
✅ Improved mental clarity and team morale
These weren’t just fitness classes—they became culture-shifting experiences that created stronger teams and healthier lives.
“Coach Kearns’ program gave our team a physical and mental reset. We didn’t just get fit—we got focused.” — Mark Ward Participant, Granite Telecommunications
Here’s a workout for you all if you dare:
Why This Matters More After 50
By the time we hit 50, our priorities shift. You’re no longer chasing six-packs—you’re chasing:
✅ Mobility ✅ Confidence ✅ Energy ✅ Longevity
But going it alone often leads to burnout, boredom, or injury. That’s where partner-based training becomes a game changer—giving you a joint-friendly, time-efficient way to stay strong, stay committed, and train like a fighter—without taking a hit.
Enter: White Collar Fight Camp
We’ve distilled decades of training 15 UFC fighters, working with executives, and running corporate performance programs into one bold, elite experience for men 40+.
White Collar Fight Camp is a 12-week mind-and-body transformation for high-performing professionals who are ready to reclaim their health, sharpen their edge, and forge a new path forward.
It’s not just a workout—it’s a reset for your body, your mindset, and your mission.
Ready to Reclaim Your Edge?
✔️ Partner up. ✔️ Train with purpose. ✔️ Join a tribe of men who refuse to coast through the second half of life.
Book a complimentary discovery call today. Let’s find out if you’re ready for the ring—not of combat, but of life.
Hustle = Muscle !
I myself have 4-6 people I train with regularly to keep me accountable
PS – Are you North of Boston ? Then attended Our upcoming Self Defense 4 U workshop
We have only 20 spots left !
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Both of Coach Kearns books may be purchased on www.Amazon.com. For more information about Coach Kevin Kearns, including scheduling speaking engagements and classes (both online and in person), please contact him at 508-404-8503 or Kevin@burnwithkearns.com.Author of There’s Light In The Tunnel” How to Survive and Thrive with Depression, Always Picked Last, A guide to navigating bullies on Amazon and Audible youtube.com/user/burnwithkearns https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/burnwithkearns
Coach Kevin Kearns has been coaching in the world of fitness, nutrition, and tactical self defense for over 3 decades. As the former conditioning coach to 15 UFC Pro Fighters, and ranked in the Top 5 in the UFC , he is no stranger to the the importance of proper nutrition and proper mindset programming. He has long advocated to all his clients “athletes or the general population“ about the importance of programming mind, body and spirit. Coach Kevin Kearns BS FMS CPT Former conditioning coach to 15 UFC Pros Ranked in Top 5 by the UFC Personal Fitness Coach, Author, Columnist, Motivational Speaker, Corporate Wellness Consultant, Youth Wellness Program Provider, Certification Specialist, Personal Self Defense, and Law Enforcement Defensive Tactics Specialist.BurnwithKearns.com