Beyond Fit

Today I'm doing another random show filled with whatever is on my mind from recent conversations, thoughts, and deep dives, enjoy! Also please let me know if there's anything you'd like covered in future shows like this. 1:11 The most researched molecule in all of sports! 6:48 Takeaways from my current maintenance phase. 17:41 Living mindfully and with intention. 22:39 Vacation tips for staying fi...

Many of us pride ourselves on being "perfectionists" not realizing how this tendency can lead us astray. Here's what to do about it and how to look at it instead! 

Today Mike Nelson and I talked about stimulus vs. recovery in the context of training. Mike is an expert in research-fueled fitness/nutrition and a wealth of knowledge so I was very grateful to have him on for a second time! Timestamps: 3:24 How physiologic response and ability to change make up coaching leverage. 8:22- When feeling less stressed and being less stressed don’t align. 12:16 The goal...

In this episode I discuss my main exercise objectives and why they're important for longevity/healthspan. I'll also go into appreciation for yourself and your body and balance continued growth with acceptance.

I wanted to bring my friend Johnny on today to talk like we have before about socializing, especially in the post pandemic world. Johnny is an expert on communication and social skills and you'll love his takes on confidence, getting to good conversation with anyone, and more! 2:31 Reflections on the last year. 10:04 The limits of interpersonal communication through technology and the results of a...

I am very wary to use the words "healthy" or "unhealthy" in terms of diet because black and whites don't exist in nutrition any more than they exist in training. In this podcast I explain a common problem that I've dealt with myself- the incessant need to eat healthy.

Life is busy. Sometimes it's hard to find time to think about personal or career enrichment. I brought Pat Flynn today (who you'll remember from Episode 152: Making Truth Your Target ) to discuss these topics, and of course some great fitness and diet info too! Pat is a philosopher, author, and generalist among other things who through hard work, experimentation, and mentorship has carved out a pa...

The perfect plan will get you nowhere if done haphazardly. It's fun to optimize but it's much more important to make sure you can be consistent. I share six ways I remain consistent with my nutrition and fitness in this episode.

Max Nottonson has been a friend of mine for over two years and he was long overdue to come back on the podcast! We got to talking about changing identity, and although it was mentioned, didn't quite get to talk about Max's automated fitness habits. He will be back soon! Max has worked as a fitness coach and is currently working in influencer marketing. We talked about a wide range of topics includ...

Meditation is of huge importance in my life. If you're a meditator yourself or are curious what effects it has, enjoy my reflections on about two years of consistent practice!

Today on the podcast I was joined by Emmy-Nominated writer and co-author of bestselling books: Unplugged, Game Changer, The 17 Hour Fast, Waterman 2.0 and coming in November, The Leader’s Mind . In this podcast we talked about writing as it relates to personal productivity and the delicate balance we try to strike between doing important work and just living life (plus dealing with burnout)....

Sometimes it can seem we're living in a generation of apathy. Learn why giving a shit is cool in this episode and how to generate the courage to be curious and vulnerable.

If you are no longer lucky enough to be in your 20s with hours a day to workout, you may be experiencing a deterioration in your fitness from a death of a thousand cuts. Anders knows that fitness impacts our relationships, our confidence and our happiness more than we realize. That's why he created the Diesel Dad program to help anyone get into or back into the best shape of their life without cha...

One of the unpalatable lessons about walking around with a six pack is that nobody really gives a shit. Don't set goals in hopes of affirmation from others, and realize that the journey is more important than the destination.

Alberto Nunez is a natural bodybuilder and 3DMJ coach, you can find him on Instagram ! With a lifting career that's old enough to drink, Alberto has a wealth of knowledge that he shared on this show. We both got to nerd out a little bit on the specifics of bodybuilding while offering plenty of actionable takeaways no matter your experience level. 1:29 Why we love bodybuilding, why training doesn’t...

Improving yourself whether health and physique wise, or in other areas, is one of the best ways you can invest your time! There are, however, possible downsides to improving yourself to look out for. In this podcast learn the importance of not resting on your laurels, and find out how I avoid stagnation in the effort to improve!

Although highly individual, finding out what stage you’re at compared to the aggregate on your muscle building journey can be useful in goal setting and comprehension. In this podcast I discuss some quantitative metrics for understanding lifting stages and how it relates to volume and overtraining.

As you know, I love that fitness gives me a framework through which to view success in every area of my life. In these books you'll find countless lessons that you can not only entertain but apply in your life to further yourself along the path of success, today! 

For years I struggled with working harder and harder and never changing my body, I hated what I saw in the mirror year after year. Since making some major changes and learning new principles, I've also found myself equipped with a new mindset that I wanted to share with you today. I talk about failure and what it can teach us, avoiding the victim mindset, how to look at your body objectively, and...

When it comes to things I try to hammer home to new clients, there's one nutrition principle and one training principle. When applied correctly, these things make or break results. Ever been interested in working with me? Apply to be a client here !

I know it can be confusing to hear people online using terminology that you're unfamiliar with, that's why I did this podcast to go over basic terms like bulking and cutting to more advanced terms like auto-regulation, diet breaks, mesocycles, and more! The podcast is split up into nutrition and training specific terms. Email me or DM me on Instagram if I missed anything!

I see many mistakes in programming a bodybuilding routine stemming from 3 areas you can easily fix, today!

Do you spend 5-6 days a week in the gym, monitor your food intake a week, and still look the same month after month? Through working with clients I've seen a few key pieces that are missing when someone has the commitment without the results to show for it and I'll address those in this podcast. Email  or DM me on Instagram with any comments! Timestamps: 2:17 An important study on sleep and h...

Focusing on improvement is difficult, especially when making the hard but worthy choice day after day to focus long term and sacrifice. Make it easier on yourself by doing this one thing.

Dr. Scott Stevenson is an experienced bodybuilder who is also well versed academically which always makes for a very exciting time on the show! I got to pick his brain on studies, finding what works for a bodybuilder, and even some Eastern Philosophy. Enjoy! Follow Scott on Instagram and check out his website ! Timestamps: 1:26 Scott’s journey (why college sucks, training fallacies). 14:15 The per...