The Pendola Project Podcast

1/15/2020 - "There's No Hill for a Climber." Break it down, and basically it means if you're facing a tough challenge and you're unsure about success (like a tough hill) change your state of mind and start climbing. Les Naisbitt has been one of Matt's most successful clients for over 20 years, overcoming knee surgeries and embarking on hunting expeditions all over the world, still at the ripe youn...

1/13/2020 - How much of your day really matters when it comes to accomplishing your goals? The Pareto Principle claims it's a crucial 20% of your efforts that dictates 80% of the effects. 0:20 - What is the 80/20 rule? 0:45 - How can we spend our time more effectively? 1:30 - For Jake, his phone is a big time waster 4:00 - Waking up at the same time daily makes other habits easier 6:00 - Review ea...

1/8/2020 - The Pendola Project is not just theoretical advice; it gets results. In this interview episode you’ll hear about two extraordinary young athletes overcoming hurdles and accomplishing their goals of becoming not just better athletes, but better people. Matthew Williams and Jourdyn Jensen have wisdom we all can learn from. 3:30 - Childhood in a sports-centered home 5:00 - Brain strength c...

1/6/2020 - The focus is still on New Years resolutions right now, so we thought it would be a good time to give you a practical tool to track your progress; something you can take home and practice in your own life. This tool is a list with 10 items that you can rank yourself 1-10, and then add up your total score out of 100. Despite what the majority of the fitness industry wants you to believe,...

1/1/2020 - If you've never heard us talk about him before, Bobby McGee is a coach of the highest pedigree. He has coached Olympic athletes, he's from South Africa, and he currently lives and coaches in Colorado. Bobby visited Matt's gym this past weekend to speak with his athletes about their process to success, and now he has the pleasure of sharing that wisdom with you! 00:00 - 5:20 - Intro 6:40...

12/30/2019 - It's the last episode of 2019! You know what that means? Winter blues! Whether you live somewhere dark and gloomy or not, there's less sunlight and fewer opportunities to get outside, which can lead to a serious funk. You can avoid that with a few changes to your routine; try learning something new that challenges you, find a group of like-minded people to motivate you, and ask yourse...

12/25/2019 - “If you’re not defined with a vision of the future, you’re left with the memories of the past.” Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year! Do you have anything specific you want to achieve in 2020? Resolutions are a common New Year's theme, and they can be good, or if done incorrectly, can have a negative impact. Set yourself up for success in the new year, break down your g...

12/23/2019 - If you're like us, you've probably set New Years Resolutions in the past, and chances are they didn't work out like you planned. There are lots of reasons these resolutions fail, and after listening to today's episode you'll have a better understanding of what they are. 0:15 - You don’t have to come up with a resolution if you don’t want to 1:45 - The new year is a great time to refle...

12/18/2019 - What makes a coach a GOOD coach? Have you ever experienced someone in a leadership role who seemed like they didn't know what they were doing? Well so have we, so we decided to break down the differences between good, bad, and really bad coaches. Whether you are a coach, have a coach, have a kid who has a coach, or are involved with any aspect of a mentorship, you don't want to miss t...

12/16/2019 - Do you listen when someone else is speaking; like, REALLY listen? Do you make an effort to understand where they're coming from? And then do you follow up and verify what was said? Following these three simple steps can really change your life, and the lives around you. Let us show you how. 0:30 - Did Matt run his C.I.M. marathon or not? 2:15 - When roads are icy, bad things can happe...

12/11/2019 - Lea Marsland is the Product and Support Specialist with Nutrient, a whole foods-based nutrition company with packaged food that's actually good. Lea's story is inspiring, starting as a weight loss journey, then evolving into a deep dive into nutrition. You'll learn the importance of nutrient-dense whole food nutrition, myths about supplements, bioavailability, and the money that influ...

12/9/2019 - We all make mistakes, right? Well we certainly have, and our hope is that you can learn from our lessons about what not to do when it comes to supplements and nutrition. We talk about preworkouts, protein supplements, and even milk and juice. Make it easier on yourself and don't make the same mistakes we did! 3:15 - Mistakes when first getting into fitness 3:30 - Do you have to have pr...

12/4/2019 - Julie Hardt is not only a coach, but also an inspiration. From her experience as a D1 swimmer she has the knowledge to create a truly unique culture with her athletes, and a PhD in sports psychology adds even more value to her words. You can be an athlete, a coach, a student, or any other type of person, and you will gain so much wisdom after listening to this episode. 00:00 - 2:30 - I...

12/2/2019 - Let's be honest: You're only human. You have limitations. And here at The Pendola Project, we are no different. We do our best to live by the advice we give you in this podcast, but we don't always succeed. This week's Monday Motivation is all about opening up to you. pendolatraining.com Email the show: pendolaproject@gmail.com Email Jake: jake@jakeparker.media

11/27/2019 - Yes, you read that right, she's running triathlons, and she's 70 years old. But that's not even the most interesting part about Kathleen Dozwell. She has trained with the great Bobby McGee, and she's in town to study with Matt for a few days, so she stopped by the studio to share with us her process to success. We're also celebrating the return, by popular demand, of the other greates...

11/25/2019 - We are back with Part 2 of Habits for Success, picking right up from where we left off last Monday Motivation. Once you've accomplished your stepping-stone goal, what do you do next to keep the momentum going toward your success? Re-evaluate your goals, acknowledge what worked and recognize what needs to change pendolatraining.com Email the show: pendolaproject@gmail.com Email Jake: j...

11/20/2019 - The shoes you wear when you run or walk matter. A lot, it turns out. Matt Balzer is the owner of Reno Running Company and is a guru regarding all things running. He was also the guest on our very first episode! We talk about the new Nike shoes that are being worn by numerous record-breaking runners, and whether running in the newest shoes should be considered cheating. Also how to eat...

11/18/2019 - The world's best (however you define "best") have several characteristics in common that make them so successful. This episode Matt and Jake dive into what makes that difference in your journey to success.

11/13/2019 - The world is stressful, and anxiety is a normal part of life. The problems arise when we fail to deal with our stress and it gets in the way of our success. This episode, Matt and Jake talk about what causes their anxieties, how to handle them when they arise, and how to take that negative energy and use it to your benefit. Oh, and DON'T think about Batman with a mustache. 00:00 - 2:4...

11/11/2019 - If you've seen the latest health news, you'll know that whatever you're eating is wrong. At least, that's what media reporting will make you think about your food. So, let's talk about it. Matt and Jake talk about the new Netflix documentary "The Game Changers" which advocates for veganism; Jake's tried that. Intermittent fasting gets a lot of attention; Jake's tried that too. And the...

11/6/2019 - When faced with a challenge, how do you talk to yourself? Do you have automatic negative thoughts? Change those negatives into positives, and watch the results. 0:00 - 2:00 - Intro 3:30 - Positive self talk 4:00 - Automatic negative thoughts 5:15 - Positive rituals 7:30 - Tips for when you think you're tired 8:50 - Challenge, or threat? 9:25 - Eliminate negative action words like "can'...

Do you document in a journal, or as Matt likes to call it, a learning log? After listening to this episode you may want to start, and if you already have started you'll pick up some great tips to increase the effectiveness of your documentation. Starting with the objective, write down your "why." That's the whole reason you started in the first place; what do you want to accomplish? Focus on your...

10/30/2019 - Culture is fundamental to who we are, not only as athletes but as people, too. It can come from all different kinds of sources, but few have more of an impact than our teachers. Today's guest is Dana Hardt, and she is one such teacher. Promoting culture from an early age to her students, her impact will be felt long into the future. 4:45 - Dana Hardt, biliteracy teacher 12:00 - Patien...

10/28/2019 - What are the qualities that make a great teacher? Many of them translate to being a great athlete, coach, and human being. pendolatraining.com Email the show: pendolaproject@gmail.com Email Jake: jake@jakeparker.media

10/23/2019 - You CAN lose fat while gaining muscle, BUT it takes the right plan. In this episode Matt and Jake break down the 5 principles of fat loss as laid out by James Linker of Shredded Sports Science (YouTube link below) with tips for making it work best for you. The 5 principles are: 1. Caloric deficit 2. Adequate protein 3. Adherence to eating plan 4. Resistance training 5. Further exercis...