Saddling Up for Health: How Texas Vet and FFP Member Nathan Reclaimed His Life and Body

In this powerful episode of the Fit Father Podcast, we sit down with veterinarian and ranch manager Nathan Canaday, a husband, father of three, and real-deal cowboy from the iconic Four Sixes Ranch in Texas. At age 40, facing severe headaches, rising blood pressure, and creeping weight gain after transitioning to a sedentary role, Nathan hit a breaking point. What followed was a radical commitment to transformation—shedding over 30 pounds, resolving joint pain, and completely re-engineering his daily habits.Nathan shares how the Fit Father Foundations Program became a catalyst not only for his personal change but a ripple effect through his family, his workplace, and even across borders. From 4:30 AM workouts to family sauna nights and cold plunges, he offers a raw, relatable look into building a sustainable life of health, strength, and service.Key Takeaways:30+ pounds lost in 5 monthsBlood pressure normalizedNo more chronic headaches or joint painSwapped 8 cups of coffee/day for hydration habits4:30 AM workout routine for consistencyBuilt daily rituals: morning lemon-salt water, portion control, smart snackingFit Father protein, collagen, and creatine supplementationMeal planning within communal ranch cookhouseSauna + cold plunge routine with his wifeInspired wife, in-laws, and coworkers to join in health journeyFamily culture shift: kids working out, eating better, using cleaner productsKey struggle: balancing sleep and stress while staying disciplinedFavorite aspect: flexibility of workouts + community supportSet boundaries for snacks (timing, portions, food quality)Deep commitment to making this “a way of life,” not a seasonFitness is a catalyst to being a better dad, husband, and leaderLearn More about Four Sixes Ranch:Website: https://www.6666ranch.com/X: https://x.com/6666ranchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/foursixesranch/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/91094420YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwzKwlW28lYx7JIrI4vXQKInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/6666ranch/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@6666ranchBEAM Minerals and Your HealthYou can learn more at beamminerals.com/fitfamily. Use the code FITFAMILY for 20% off your first order.Just Thrive!Website: https://justthrivehealth.com/Use promo code: FITFAMILY and save 20% on your first 90-day bottle of Just Thrive Probiotics.This August: A Life-Changing Weekend Awaits in PhoenixDiscover everything about our first-ever Fit Father / Fit Mother LIVE event—and why you can’t afford to miss it. https://www.fitfatherproject.com/2025Want To Change Your Life? Check Out Foundations!Foundations is a simple, sustainable, and specific weight loss program designed especially for busy men over 40. With short metabolic training workouts, an easy-to-follow meal plan, and an...