Question 1

What is Phantom Wellness?

Accepted Answer

Phantom Wellness is not another content site or program seller. We build Answer Machines—tools like the Realistic-O-Meter and Protein Playbook—that give straight answers to fitness questions for men 40+, without the broscience or influencer fluff.

Question 2

Who is this for?

Accepted Answer

Strictly for men over 40 who are tired of conflicting fitness information, influencer worship, and unrealistic timelines. It's for men with jobs and families who want sustainable results, not a 12-week crash course.

Question 3

Do you sell workout programs?

Accepted Answer

No. We believe the problem isn't the program, but the goal. We focus on fixing your expectations (Realistic-O-Meter) and your inputs (Protein Playbook) first. Once those are fixed, almost any reputable program works.

Question 4

How do I know if my goal is realistic?

Accepted Answer

Use our Realistic-O-Meter. It looks at your height, wrist size, and age to determine if your target physique (e.g., 'I want to look like Brad Pitt') is mathematically possible for your skeleton, or if you're setting yourself up for failure.

Question 5

How much protein do I actually need?

Accepted Answer

Most calculator sites overestimate this to sell you powder. Our Protein Playbook calculates it based on LEAN mass, not total weight. For most men 40+, it's around 1.6g per kg of lean mass. We give you the exact number, not a range.

Question 6

Should I cut or bulk first?

Accepted Answer

If you have to ask, the answer is usually 'neither.' Most men 40+ benefit most from Body Recomposition (Recomp). Our Direction Finder tool asks 7 questions to give you a definitive path based on your current body fat and training experience.

Question 7

Which supplements actually work?

Accepted Answer

Very few. Creatine Monohydrate and good Whey Protein are the only 'Tier 1' essentials. 90% of the rest (Test Boosters, Fat Burners, BCAAs) are waste. Use our Supplement Filter to search for any supplement and get an evidence-based verdict.

Knowledge Base

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How Much Protein Do Men Over 40 Actually Need?

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