Episode 253 of the Fit Father Project Podcast.
In this powerful and honest conversation, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi sits down with Fit Father member and CEO Jason Harvison to unpack a truly transformational health journey. Jason, a 49-year-old father of three and the CEO of a 300+ person company, shares how he went from an overwhelmed, out-of-shape executive to a consistent, energized, and strong Fit Father.
But this is not just a story of weight loss — it’s a story of reclaiming identity, integrating discipline, and building an entirely new lifestyle from the ground up. Jason opens up about his initial failures, restarts, and the deep internal motivators that finally led him to lasting change. From pushing through Apex 10 workouts with knee pushups and 15 lb dumbbells to deadlifting 415 lbs and running 6+ miles with a weighted vest, Jason’s journey is a masterclass in steady, sustainable growth.
You’ll also hear how this transformation impacted his career, marriage, and relationship with his kids — and how it’s helped him become a leader who not only speaks from the stage but also inspires by example. Jason’s insights on identity, planning indulgences, and making fitness fun are gems every Fit Father can use.
Key Takeaways
- 40+ lbs of fat loss, 20+ lbs of muscle gained
- Reduced body fat from 35% to 15%
- CEO of Elevate; balances high-level leadership with consistent fitness
- Restarted the program several times before success stuck in 2023
- Started small: workouts first, then breakfast, then full nutrition
- Daily calendar tracking with visual accountability
- MRTs + cardio + strength + yoga = weekly structure
- Built stronger marriage through shared fitness with wife
- Created deeper relationships with kids and friends
- Fitness identity = “I am a fit person”
- Rewards and penalizes food choices intentionally
- Built supportive male fitness circle
- Now stronger, clearer, and more confident in all life domains
- Encourages other men to embrace being different and stand out
Fitness Over 40: This CEO Made His Health a Non-Negotiable, FFP Member Jason (Ep. 253)
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