Only The Greatest

"ALIGNMENT. AWARENESS. ACTION."These are just a few of the powerful tools that our guest, TJ—founder of Powered Thru Purpose—uses to guide his clients through mental struggles during therapy sessions. Your mental fortitude is the foundation for everything. 🧠 If you’re not in control of your mind, you’ll keep getting in your own way of reaching your GREATEST potential. In this episode, w...

"What’s the longest distance you’ve ever run? 1 mile? 5 miles? Maybe 13? … But how about 100? 👀"Today, we’re sitting down with one of the rare 0.01% of people who’ve accomplished this incredible feat: Eli, a true embodiment of determination. Eli set his sights on a 100-Mile Ultramarathon and trained for months—until a leg injury sidelined him for weeks. With minimal time to retrain and doubts abo...

Have you ever wanted that deeper mind muscle connection? Well Houston's own Shrink Gym is here to shake things up in the fitness space! Ray has a unique set of skills that allows him to marry Mental Health and Fitness in a very natural way by housing his practice under the same roof as his gym! 0:00 - Impact of Life Experiences on Personal Growth 0:24 - Understanding Mental Health and Therapy 1:10...

We have a OTG Podcast first, we have two previous guest on TOGETHER! In this episode cover a wide range of topics from kicking a drinking habit to training kicking Danny's a**! Amanda has taking on the task of training Danny to keep his physical high through a stroke and pretty mangled leg with limited movement. We discuss some of mindset and modalities that she uses to help Danny get the GREA...

Pov: you just stepped into the gym at 4am... Kevin: HELLO EVERYONE! ARE YOU READY TO CRUSH TODAY?! TOO BAD, HERE'S YOUR WEIGHTS! In this episode we take a peek into what keeps Kevin going as far as fitness, personal training, and goal setting! He is a trainer here at the gym and an impressive athlete, with running on the daily, a marathon and hyrox under his belt, and being an absolute SOCIAL...

🦸‍♂️ Not All Heroes Wear Capes… Some Wear Masks and Deliver Your Takeout! 🦸‍♂️ Today, we had the honor of sitting down with a real-life superhero, Tim Glover, also known as DASH GORDON! ⚡ We dove into everything from his unique "healthy pizza crust only" dieting philosophy to his inspiring weight loss journey. But the real magic happened when Tim shared the story behind his incredible mission:...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Elyse Martin, CNM, to explore the world of holistic health and wellness. From gut health and functional medicine to women’s health and longevity, Dr. Martin sheds light on how a holistic approach can transform your well-being. We also dive into topics like the gut microbiome, dietary supplements, birth plans, and the role of midwives in modern healthcare. Don’...

In this episode of the Only The Greatest podcast, we sit down with Liz Rae, an inspiring female figure bodybuilder and team member at My Fit Foods. Liz shares her journey into bodybuilding, her approach to maintaining a strong work ethic, and how she balances her fitness goals with healthy eating. We dive into tips for simplifying nutrition, the importance of perseverance, and why giving up is nev...

In this episode of the OTG Podcast, we’re joined by Mathias Garcia, a bodywork specialist and movement expert, to dive into the world of calisthenics, recovery, and physical well-being. We explore:✅ The importance of bodywork and how it complements fitness goals.✅ Techniques like cupping, scraping, dry needling, and trigger point therapy to improve recovery.✅ The relationship between flexibilit...

What does it take to stay fit and prepared for one of the toughest and most demanding jobs out there? We sit down with Jacob "2 can" Galvan to talk about what he does to stay fit as a Professional Firefighter! 🔥🧑‍🚒🔥 From CrossFit workouts to functional training that mimics real-life scenarios, like sandbag carries. He shares how he stays strong, active and ready for the job! Tune in to hear hi...

Anxiety doesn’t just affect your mind—it impacts your body and even your ability to stay consistent with fitness. In this episode we take a deep dive into the world of Mental Health with Cali Werner, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and fellow podcaster of Anxiety Society! Some of the subjects we cover are: Pre-performance anxiety: How it sabotages your progress and how to stay present. Imposter sy...

Today we're going from bootcamp to the barbell with USMC Vet turned personal trainer, Justin Birke of Legacy Athletics! Justin's main focus is simple, he wants to deliver a effective fitness program to help civilians and veterans alike reach a higher level of personal fitness! After a couple of years of helping people pass their physical fitness test while in the Marines, Justin brought his talent...

Are you looking for a new mission? Well we met with Johnny and Amanda from Powerhouse racing and talked about the non profit that they started called Powerhouse Patriots! Powerhouse Patriots is a program focused on getting vets and first responders involved in a new mission after service, becoming a triathlete! Johnny and Amanda are both endurance athletes so they are great teachers to guided them...

Today was are joined by Jesse and Jennifer Cao owners and operators of Cao Integrated, a chiropractic office in the Houston Area! The Cao's main driving force was wanting to help people while breaking away from traditional norms! We dive into the events that led to them opening their own practice and some of the challenges they faced along the way! From shady leasing deals that almost tanked t...

It's time to kick back and watch some the stress melt away in today's episode of the podcast with Andrew Deering, a registered massage therapist here in the Clear Lake area! We explore how things like poor sleep, hydration and diet and massively effect your recovery and mobility! Andrew goes over some of the different modalities of massage like Swedish, Muscle Scraping and cupping as well....

On today's episode with go from farm to pill with Greg Mitchell of Center For Champions! Greg is a Holistic nutritionist and he's going to educate us on the vast world of Whole Food Supplements. We talk about... what's the difference why natural supps aren't more common why negative stigma with supplements some of the various test for finding nutrient levels The content of our food today vs a long...

On this episode of Only The Greatest Podcast, we’re joined by Alex from Third Coast Athletics and Wellness to discuss the deep connection between injuries, recovery, and mental resilience. Alex shares her inspiring journey into the recovery and rehab space, explaining how her passion for helping others heal became her mission. We explore the physical and mental toll injuries can take, offering pra...

Grab your passport because we're going to Paris! On this episode of the Otg Podcast, Fil talks about his travels abroad and what he learned about fitness while in Italy. Some of the subjects he covers is: 1. Our food itself is not the main issue 2. Sedentary lifestyles is worse than I thought 3. Stress is leading to many unhealthy lifestyles 4. Catering to everyone could be leading to allowing the...

In this episode of The OTG Podcast, we’re diving into one of the most important aspects of fitness: staying injury-free while making progress in the gym. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned lifter, these practical tips will help you build strength and confidence without setbacks. Here’s what we cover: 1️⃣ **Warm-Ups** – Learn the three key components of an effective warm-up: increasing body te...

In this episode of Only The Greatest Podcast, we dive deep into training for lifelong health, FIl delivers practical advice to help you stay active, strong, and resilient well into your 90s. Discover how to optimize your fitness routine with key components like: 1. Strength Training – Building and maintaining muscle mass isn’t just for athletes—it’s essential for everyone as we age. We discuss how...

Join hosts Fil and Shawn in this inspiring episode of The OTG Podcast as they welcome guest Amanda Garces to discuss how to develop a mindset that champions resilience, gratitude, and growth. The topics we discuss are.. 1. Mindset of a champion What makes someone a champion? are they born that way or are they developed Where does your mindset come from? 2. Specific obstacles that many of her clien...

The internet can be a gift and a curse when it comes to finding reliable fitness information out there! We are going to debunk some common fitness myths that get in the way of your gains! We cover.. 1.- Carbs are the enemy Carbs are fuel for our body / main energy source complex vs simple and combination with fat is actual problem whole grains, fruit, and vegetables 2. No pain, no gain Some discom...

Today we dive into the crucial relationship between nutrition, fitness, and the menstrual cycle with Kelley, an Integrative Health Practitioner and founder of KS Wellness and Nutrition. We'll discover how each phase of your cycle impacts your body and learn actionable tips to optimize your workouts and diet for better energy, strength, and overall health. Other topics we cover are: How/why women's...

Felisa Lesser, shares her journey from the traditional medical system to independent practice, highlighting why she made the switch to provide more personalized, patient-centered care. We discuss the importance of spending quality time with patients and how rushed appointments can negatively impact treatment! We also discuss: insurance / billing differences record keeping differences Scheduling of...