The Everyday Pursuit

Should I cut back on my carbs on my rest days? 🥔 🍠🥐 🥯 🍞 🥖 🥨 I wish I could give you a blatant YES or NO on this subject, but the answer to this question is very dependent on the individual's goals👇🏻 I see people only eat protein and salads on the days they don’t go to the gym because they feel like their carbs have to be earned, especially the consumption of rice, bread, pasta, and ot...

If I had a dollar for every time somebody asked me how many days they should work out I wouldn't be recording this podcast, just kidding, I love what I do so I would do it anyways ha. Seriously, though, people seem to be extremely confused about how many days they should work out, what workouts they should be doing, the total volume, time under tension, set, reps, and the list goes on... Prope...

I get on over 200 calls per year with men and women telling me that they lack confidence. I am thoroughly convinced that there is a confidence epidemic in America, and I know exactly why. As a society, we have become less self-disciplined, over the last 10 years. We live in a world where we want things immediately. Instant gratification, impatience, and raising a world that tells people to react t...

I can't tell you how much BS is floating around the Internet regarding exercise, nutrition, supplementation, and mindset If I listed out even 1/4 of what's on the Internet, you would be reading a dictionary-sized article and no one wants that. That's why I decided to cover a couple of common myths that you may be heard over the last 1-2 years  I can't debunk every single myth in...

Having great mental health is by far the most important thing in the world. If you are unstable, depressed, anxious, and lack confidence, it's going to be really hard to enjoy life and accomplish anything significant. I've struggled with anxiety and depression on and off for a lot of my life and if it were not for the gym, I honestly don't know where I would be. I have a destructive an...

I can say without a doubt I have a favorite style of training my body Some people love powerlifting, some love CrossFit, some are endurance junkies, and some love a mix of it all 🙋‍♂️ But there’s one style that I seem to always revert back to...FUNCTIONAL BODYBUILDING! In my opinion, it combines the most important components of fitness making you well-rounded while still focusing heavily on aesth...

Over the last several years, there has been a huge shift in the high-protein, low-carb diet The question is, how effective is this approach when it comes to burning fat and building muscle? Is it the best approach to keep you lean and to lose body fat or is it just another way to be in a calorie deficit? In the episode, I explain why a low-carb, high-protein diet might not be the best solution for...

We all have a friend or family member that talks the talks but never walks the walk. They dream big and love to tell EVERYONE how they will say day be something great, but you know for a certainty they won't for one simple fact... They will NEVER do the work necessary to reach that goal. The dream is free, but the hustle is sold separately! It's sold and bought with determination, persiste...

New Year New You…Right? Wrong! New Year…Old You! Especially if your practices are the same as last year. How can you expect different results when you do the same stuff? That’s what people would consider insanity, yet you think that you’re wishful thinking or the fact that it’s a NEW YEAR will change the trajectory of your future Every year I hear people tell me that they're going to transform...

Motivation is nice when it’s there, right? We’ve all had those days where we wake up on the right side of the bed, well-rested, with extra energy, and ready to crush the day!! These days are few and far in between (let’s say 2/10 days). So what do you do on the days you’re unmotivated or have average motivation? Do you still execute the way you need to? If you struggle with staying consistent that...

Do you believe that age is just a number⁉️ We’ve all heard of or seen the person in their 50s, 60s, or even 70s+ that accomplished amazing physical feats despite their age So the question stands..👇 So the question stands, what story are you telling yourself about what you CAN and CAN’T accomplish at your age? 👨🏼‍🦳As a coach for 11+ years I’ve trained men and women in their 60s and 70s that mad...

In this episode of The Everyday Pursuit, Coach Mike and I discuss the dad bod trend. Society has started promoting this image "typically" caused by an unhealthy lifestyle but what's the stigma doing for men of all ages? It had us thinking... was the dad bod promoted by dads or was it something women created? Is the lifestyle most men with dad bods have unhealthy or is it just an anti...

When I first started training, I would look at pictures of fitness models or bodybuilders with stargazed eyes! I wanted to be jacked and ripped just like them and I would do about anything (besides steroids or performance-enhancing drugs) to have my ideal physique! But there were some things that I wish I had known before setting on this journey. I wish I would've known how long it would take...

Insecurities, we all have them. The question is, do you let your insecurities cripple you or fuel you for success? In this episode, I lay it all on the line and tell you about some of the insecurities I've had growing up with my body, relationships, etc., and how I can turn those insecurities into fuel that propels me forward toward a better life, without letting it affect my mental health neg...

Perspective is everything! When you first start a new exercise routine everything seems hard! The workouts, the heavy weight, the food prep, the waking up earlier...but is your perspective accurate? Is it really difficult or are you just not used to it yet? If you're just starting out or within your first few years of lifting you're not going to want to miss this episode with me and Coach...

We all have setbacks from time to time. Some are minor setbacks, and some are huge setbacks. One step forward, three steps back... sound familiar? If this sounds like you, then you definitely need to listen to this episode. Coach Bryce and I talk through how YOU can use your setbacks as fuel toward your goals instead of letting them cripple you and your progress! 🇺🇸If you're a Military...

Going into the New Year you might be asking yourself what information you should believe when it comes to health, fitness, and nutrition. There are so many myths out there and social influencers telling you that their way is the best. It's hard to know which one is funny and which one is legit. Coach Riley and I break down several of the big "fitness" myths for you so can more effect...

TIME is the one thing that puts every man, woman, and child that lives on earth on an even playing field. We all have 24 hours in a day, and those 24 hours are arguably the most finite resource we possess. But is it as valuable as we think? My perspective has changed drastically in the last four years of my life into what time really is and how to maximize the time you're spending to get the r...

The whole stigma that you should never "overeat" is not based on science. It's based on people having no self-control from consuming processed foods. Eating huge meals can be beneficial for metabolism, especially if you time them right. Considering most family gatherings and holidays such as Christmas are planned, I would argue the fact that you can use these giant meals to your adva...

Even in Arizona, it's cold, dark, and much less motivating to wake up in the morning. Your sheets are warm, your bed is comfortable, and the last thing you want to do is get out of bed, right? In this episode, I'll teach you how to take your comfortable weakness and turn it into fuel to get and stay motivated through the winter season!! 🇺🇸If you're a Military Member/Veteran, 1st Respon...

One of the reasons people fail on programs is because they think that it’s supposed to be exciting the whole time! You get a new truck and it’s awesome for a few months and then it’s just your trucks. You move into a new house and it’s an amazing house. You love every feature until you live there for three years and then it’s just your house. You get used to everything at some point, yet people th...

Do you feel like it's near impossible to grow your legs? Believe it or not, I used to be in this boat. I neglected my legs so much that I only wore jeans and baggy shorts because I didn't want to legs to show. After years of neglecting my lower body in the gym, I finally unlocked the figured out the secrets to growing strong, capable, and sexy legs that no one ever told me! Nobody I've...

Tis the season to bulk, right? I'm currently trying to put on some muscle size and I've been asking myself now I'm going to plan this out. Do I start a "dirty bulk", do I start a "lean bulk" or do I just wing it? The answer is going to be a little bit different depending on your training experience, training, length, preferred style, and schedule If you have ever wo...

For years I ate more salads than I can count! I knew that a lot of fiber and low-carb could be beneficial for weight loss, but was I overdoing it? I have worked with countless clients that told me before they started working with Pursuit that the primary food sources were salads and veggies yet their physique was nowhere near how they wanted it to look or feel. If you are eating so healthy, then w...

I think most of us have been waiting for that moment when we can say, "I've made it"! The real question is, does that moment ever happen, or is it all a grind? In this episode, I tell you exactly what success really means, how you get there, and what your life will look like if you want to start from the bottom and go to the top! 🇺🇸If you're a Military Member/Veteran, 1st Respond...