The One Ripped Photo That Changed My Life

Tons of people have been flying into the Shred 60 program.

There’s one chapter that I’ve received the most positive feedback on that I want to share with you – “The Power of Being Lean”.

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Here’s that chapter. Enjoy!

The Power of Being Lean

Let’s be real: getting lean, movie star lean, is one of the greatest life upgrades you can make.

It’s not just about looking good.

It’s about unlocking a mental edge, massive confidence, and real-world advantages that most guys will never experience.

But it wasn’t always like this for me…

I Struggled With Women Early on in Life

I want to talk about my dating struggles early on in life.

It’s kind of embarrassing…

But I think sharing this will help guys realize they’re not alone and that massive change is possible.

First of all, I used to get serious crushes on women I was attracted to.

Maybe it was that girl in science class.
Possibly it was a girl I walked by in the hallway in school.
But I’d find a girl, and she would occupy my thoughts 24/7.

I’d have crazy crushes, but nothing would ever happen.

It was a blow to my self-esteem.

But the whole dating thing was bumming me out.

I couldn’t get over the hump when it came to really meeting and dating the girls I was attracted to.

But things were about to change…

The First Time I Got Lean (At 19)

The first time I got truly lean, I was 19. I didn’t have my system yet. I just bootstrapped it.

By the grace of God, I got ripped.

I had no idea how to maintain it, and sure enough, I gained the weight back.

But I got one shirtless photo out of it.

I uploaded that photo to Tinder, and my life was about to change.

I was hesitant to post this to Tinder, but one of my successful neighbors, who seemed to give good advice, made a suggestion to me.

We were talking about dating.

I told him I had Tinder, but I wasn’t doing that well.

He told me to put a specific shirtless photo I had on Facebook as my main Tinder photo.

He said, “Bro, you look jacked, make that your MAIN photo.”

My dating life changed literally overnight!

It was insane. I didn’t have money.
I was driving a Mazda.
But that one lean photo changed everything.

It was wild, and it opened my eyes to just how powerful being lean really is.

Finally, I Was Matching With Girls I was Insanely Attracted To

I can’t put into words how incredible I was feeling.

I went from seeing other guys dating beautiful women to being the guy who got to do this.

I unlocked the ability to create my dream dating life.

And after using Tinder for a bit, I wound up meeting my incredible girlfriend who I dated for a year.

We went on vacations together.

We eventually broke up but stayed on good terms.

Here’s a picture she snapped of me in Mexico.

*Ironically enough, I used this photo when I became single again, and it was used in a blog post I got featured in called “Top 10 Hottest Guys on Tinder Toronto”.

But I wouldn’t have met this amazing girl if it weren’t for that photo by the lake.

I’m so grateful for figuring out the power of one really good photo.

But getting lean is not just about photos.

When you’re lean, your presence is different.

You walk into a room, and people notice.

You look more stylish in clothes.

You carry yourself differently.

Your jawline pops.

You move with quiet confidence.

The Cheat Code

As men, we want to be healthy, strong, successful… and yes, we want an awesome dating life.

But most guys are out chasing, running around bars and clubs, trying to “game” women.

When you’re shredded, you don’t chase, you attract.

If you ever use dating apps, this is the cheat code.

You don’t need to become a pen pal and wonder if you’re ever going to get off the metaverse.

You can literally just say I want to take you out.

Some conversations from back in the day…

I’m telling you…

Having that great shirtless photo is a game-changer.

It just makes your dating life so much easier.

It reminds me of this funny meme…

Obviously, none of us are going to hit Henry Cavill’s level of dating ease…

But the leaner you get, the easier your job becomes.

Because as you get close to 10% or even a little bit lower, your face sharpens up and becomes angular and handsome.

It comes through well in photos.

But it makes an even bigger difference in real life.

Even when you’re fully dressed, walking down the street…

A lean, angular physique makes you stand out. You radiate discipline and strength.

But You Don’t Get This Look from Bulking

You don’t get it from dirty bulks and traditional programs.

You get it from following the movie star blueprint.

Getting to a low body fat
Doing precise strength training
Walking daily
Mastering your routine

This is what Shred 60 delivers.

Being lean isn’t just a flex, it’s an unfair advantage in every area of life.

And you’re about to experience it for yourself.

Your Presence Becomes a Brand

This isn’t just dating.

When I got to my leanest, my business exploded.

My videos performed better
My content went viral
My confidence and clarity on camera shot through the roof

I wasn’t “slightly more productive.” It was a 10x leap.

It Feels Like Winning Every Morning

The best part?

You wake up and feel proud.

You look in the mirror and think, “I did it.”

That win powers every part of your life:

Your dating life
Your business
Your mood
Your identity

Now it’s solved. Done. Locked in.

And now you can focus your energy on leveling up other areas.

It’s the Ultimate Separation

Walk down the street…

90% of people have 20–40 lbs to lose.

Even fewer are below 12%.

Virtually no one is at 8–10% with strength and presence.

This is how you separate from the pack.

Lean = high testosterone
Lean = improved insulin sensitivity
Lean = sharper mental focus
Lean = higher quality of life

And when you’re in that state…

Eating the right calories, training smart, and walking daily, you feel a focus and clarity that’s hard to describe.

You don’t feel burned out. You feel limitless.

The Superpower

So yeah — being lean makes dating easier.

It helps you make more money.

It improves your mental state.

It gives you presence.

It gives you pride.

It’s the ultimate life unlock.

This is the power of being fucking lean.

And this is exactly what Shred 60 delivers.

The Community Proof — Kino Transformations That Go Way Beyond the Gym

I share my own story to impress upon you the power of getting lean.

But what’s even crazier is what happens to the people who follow this system.

When guys get lean with my system their lives change:

Multiple followers have landed Netflix roles, appeared on The Bachelor, and booked lead parts in major productions.
DJs and creatives have seen their careers explode. More bookings, more visibility, more presence.
Models have landed contracts that were out of reach until they got lean and angular.

Being lean doesn’t just look good, it separates you from the pack in the moments that matter.

Whether it’s your brand, your image, or your energy, when you’re lean, you rise to the top.

You’re Perceived Differently. You Get Chosen.

Even beyond the creative world, business guys and professionals report sharper thinking, increased confidence, better networking, and more opportunities flowing in.

When you look good, feel good, and operate with presence, you get more out of life.

This is the quiet truth no one talks about.

Being lean is an unfair advantage.

It’s the clearest way to rise above the crowd.

And Shred 60 is the map to get there.