Bodies by Brent

In this episode, Brent sits down with Natalia Nunez, founder of KALLPA — a next-generation wellness platform and activewear brand redefining what health and strength look like for today’s generation. At just 22 years old, Natalia has built an app, hosted over a dozen community events, launched her own activewear line, and made wellness accessible and culturally inclusive for everyone. Together, th...

The wait is over — Barbell Sculpt is LIVE inside the Kallpa App. In this episode, Brent breaks down everything you need to know about his new 12-week barbell program — the system, the mindset, the method. You’ll learn who it’s for, how it works, and why it’s the most effective way to get strong, lean, and confident for life. Whether you’re coming from bootcamps or dumbbells, this is your roadmap t...

This week, Brent sits down with Tori Penta — athlete, yoga teacher, and founder of Holy Body — to talk about the messy, beautiful journey of transformation. Tori opens up about life after a decade-long relationship, hitting rock bottom with mental health, and moving to Austin to rebuild her life from the ground up. With honesty, humor, and heart, she shares how training with Brent helped her recon...

What happens when two creative powerhouses — one a mom decide to stop talking about getting fit and actually start lifting heavy things with Brent? Chaos. Laughter. Soreness. And a whole lot of transformation. In this episode of Bodies by Brent, Katie West and Laura North share how they basically stalked Brent until he agreed to train them (their words, not ours). They talk about walking into the...

Lauren Burdant returns after her transformative journey at Beond in Mexico, where she underwent ibogaine therapy. She shares how it helped her finally release decades of PTSD rooted in childhood trauma and the tragic loss of her brother. Lauren describes the preparation, the world-class care at Beond, her 20-hour journey, and how integration is now guiding her to rebuild life with clarity, peace,...

At 15 years old, Brad Evarts nearly died in a car crash that claimed two lives. That moment shaped everything — setting him on a path defined by resilience, faith, and second chances. From building iconic restaurants in California, to experiencing devastating setbacks, to moving to Texas with his wife Julie and creating Moose Farmz — Brad’s story is bold, raw, and deeply inspiring. Today, their ha...

Brent welcomes Patty Brewton—former D1 swimmer, mom of two, coach, and founder of Allez—to share her transformation from postpartum burnout to becoming a lean, strong, empowered woman through progressive overload and macro tracking.  Patty breaks down exactly how she rebuilt her health during the chaos of COVID, why women need to stop chasing sweat and start chasing strength, and how she’s now hel...

Most women are told “your labs look normal” while they’re exhausted, inflamed, anxious, and unable to lose weight. But normal isn’t the same as optimal. In this episode, Brent sits down with Dr. Joseph Radich, a leading functional and regenerative medicine expert and founder of R3 Health, to unpack why the current healthcare system fails women — and what to do about it. They break down early diagn...

10 Minute Yoga Nidra for Post Workout Recovery

20 Minute Yoga Nidra for Stress and Anxiety Relief

30 Minute Yoga Nidra for Sleep and Insomnia

Lauren Burandt’s life shattered in a single moment—and what followed was a descent into grief, trauma, and silence. In this raw, emotional, and deeply empowering episode, Brent sits down with Lauren to unpack her story: the loss of her baby, the death of her brother, and how she rebuilt her life through strength, jiu jitsu, breathwork, plant medicine, and brutal self-honesty. They explore the real...

Brent welcomes wellness advocate and content creator Abbie Crane (House of Abbie) for a wide-ranging, heartfelt conversation on fitness, perimenopause, parenting, and personal reinvention. A mother of three and soon-to-be grandmother, Abbie shares how she’s entering a new phase of life with intention—using strength training, hormone health, and daily movement to stay empowered and energized. They...

Brent welcomes luxury personal trainer Sandy Brockman to cut through the noise around women’s strength training and glute development. With over three decades in the fitness industry, Sandy brings zero fluff and all facts about what’s really holding women back from the results they want. They cover why so many people miss the mark on glute growth, the critical role of hip mobility, how to identify...

Brent welcomes Robby Sansom, co-founder and CEO of Force of Nature Meats, to discuss the importance of regenerative meat and its impact on human health, the environment, and ethical food sourcing. They dive into why meat is a superfood, the problems with conventional meat production, and how regenerative agriculture can help restore ecosystems and provide more nutrient-dense food. Connect with For...

Brent welcomes Talia Eisenberg, founder of Beond, to talk about her journey from addiction to advocacy. They dive into ibogaine therapy, how it’s changing lives, and the bill that could bring it to Texas. Talia shares insights on recovery, integration, and building a life of purpose. Real conversations on healing, psychedelics, and reshaping the future. Connect with Talia: Website: https://beondib...

Brent welcomes the inspiring Ashley Hart for a raw conversation on grief, healing, and transformation. Ashley opens up about the profound journey of losing her mother, navigating generational trauma, and the unexpected ways weightlifting and plant medicine—specifically Ibogaine—helped her process and heal. Together, Brent and Ashley explore the power of presence, the importance of conscious moveme...

In this insightful episode of Bodies by Brent , host Brent Hruska welcomes Megan Butler of Kuya Wellness, a premier wellness center in Austin that focuses on nervous system regulation and transformational health practices. Megan shares her journey from high school science teacher to spearheading a space that fosters community healing through advanced wellness modalities. The conversation delves de...

Brent sits down with Mercy Henderson, founder of Connect Mobile Health, to discuss the science behind IV therapy, peptides, and how modern wellness is changing the game. Mercy shares her journey from hospital nursing to launching a cutting-edge mobile health business—and why she believes proactive healthcare is the key to longevity and vitality. Connect Mobile Health: https://connectmobilehealth.c...

After a two-year hiatus, the Bodies by Brent Podcast is back. In this episode, Brent opens up about the challenges of the past two years. He reflects on the lessons learned, the struggles of staying aligned with wellness, and why he created a simplified strength training program designed for real results. Brent breaks down the fundamentals of effective training, the power of progressive overload,...

#49 Taking the Alternative Route to Health, Success, and Fulfillment with Ruby Fremon Take a trip away from conventional thinking and join me today for a deep conversation with a truly unique spirit, Ruby Fremon. Ruby is many things — a mentor, guide, and a sought-after leadership coach. She helps people face their trauma, make huge breakthroughs, and create depth in their lives and actions to bec...

#48: Boosting Your Testosterone for Optimal Health and an Active Lifestyle with Mark Iron How can men supercharge their testosterone to live a more active, healthier lifestyle? It’s a question many are asking as we now know how badly testosterone imbalances can affect men’s health. Low T can lead to anxiety depression, low energy, mental fog, even increased heart attack risk and testicle shrinkage...

#47 Powerful Fitness Training and Life-Changing Regimens with Sandy Brockman Trends in fitness come and go, so it’s extremely important to learn from experts who have a wealth of experience in working out and getting healthy. That’s exactly what we’re doing in this episode with guest, personal trainer Sandy Brockman. Sandy is one of Austin, TX’s most established personal trainers. She’s focused on...

#46 Weight Lifting Advice and Entrepreneurial Inspiration with Sam &Taylor of the F Word PodcastT his is a truly inspirational episode. Sam Taylor and Taylor Olsen of the F Word Podcast join Brent to dive deep into their fitness and entrepreneurial journey. Sam and Taylor are known for their candid, no BS advice on fitness, weight lifting, and goal-setting on their hit podcast. In this episode...

Ready to level up your dating game? Or maybe you’re looking to build a deep, long-lasting relationship with someone special. Either way, here’s the first thing you must do to get what you want: Take a deep look in the mirror and be radically honest with yourself. That’s the philosophy that guides our guest this week, certified dating and sex coach Eden Lee Mitelman.  On this episode of Bodies...