Build Without Breaking - With Brian Keane

Today's solo episode is based on feedback from a few recent episodes on building mental strength and getting sh*t done whether you feel like it or not. I hope it helps. "We don't decide our future, we decide our habits and our habits decide our future" 1. Pursue your passion (either in work or personal life or both) 08:31 2. Start a gratitude journal (rewire your brain) 18:37 3. Become your own be...

Today's Questions 1. I'm currently 12% body fat and I booked a photo-shoot for February. I've never done one before but training hard and nutrition is on point. Just wondering do you recommend doing photo shoots as that weight isn't sustainable and any tips?  04:37 2. What is the best book you would recommend apart from your own which works wonders? 16:25 3. Bulking at the moment but feeling I wen...

Former Miss Texas and Miss United State Whitney Miller is a professional wakeboard surfer, MMA fighter and expert on open relationships and helping individuals and couples transform and create relationships that thrive. Her partner Aubrey Marcus (owner of ONNIT) and her have been in an open relationship for several years and today we talked all things sex, lovers, monogamy and open relationships....

Keith Barry is a magician, hypnotist, mentalist, escapologist and biometric hacker. He worked as a magic consultant behind the Hollywood blockbuster 'Now You See Me' and 'Now You See Me 2' Which are two of my favourite movies in recent years. He has appeared on The Ellen Degeneres Show, the Jimmy Kimmel Show and The Conan O Brien Show and has showcased in over forty international television shows....

#194: Tony Wrighton on NLP, Working For Sky Sports, Parasite Cleanses, Keto and Intermittent Fasting!   Tony is a familiar face on British TV and is currently a regular presenter on Sky Sports News and also hosts Golfing World on Sky Sports.  Tony is an expert in NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming). After becoming a Practitioner in 2014, he went on to become a Master Practitioner and then a Trainer...

The first random episode had such incredible feedback so here's another fly on the wall conversation with my man Pauly D. Some of the things we talked about: Fasting for health and fat loss Why new cars, nice clothes or getting in shape doesn't make you happy if your life is f*cked! (hedonic adaptation) How to stop doing things that you know is making you weaker (random hookups, overeating, skippi...

James Lawrence, also known as 'Iron Cowboy' is a former two-time world record holder, triathlete, author and motivational speaker. In 2015, he completed what has been described as one of the greatest achievements in the history of human endurance, 50 Ironman-length triathlons in 50 consecutive days, one in each of the 50 US states. Some of the things we talked about: Training and nutrition in the...

I'm the process of writing my third book centred around mindset so I've jumped all over the place today. I've gone off on a million tangents but I know these episodes normally go down very well as I'm just thinking out loud for most of it. I hope you enjoy it. My second book about sports nutrition and strength and conditioning for GAA players (titled: GAA: Leaner, Stronger, Faster) will out before...

Mikhalia is a diet blogger who has fixed all of her autoimmune health problems with the carnivore diet (she only eats meat).   This is a must listen for anyone with autoimmune issues – IBS, PCOS or worse. Enjoy.   Things we talked about   How the carnivore diet got rid of all her autoimmune issues, bloating and skin issues The mental health benefits of sauna Using the carnivore diet to clear depre...

Layne Norton PhD is a physique expert, natural pro bodybuilder and professional powerlifter. He has a PhD in Nutritional Sciences and is one of the worlds leading experts in bodybuilding/figure and physique coaching.   Some of the things we talked about today   How to calculate your calories properly (food recall logs) The problem with 'yo yo' diets Why metabolic adaption can mess with your progre...

Tim and Jacko are the co-owners of The School of Calisthenics. Callisthenics is a form of bodyweight training with a focus on pushing and pulling movements with no added weight.   Tim's background is in the world of strength of conditioning and Jacko was a professional rugby player.   Neither had any gymnastic background before they started School of Calisthenics, which is pretty incredible consid...

Former bikini competitor Nathalie Lennon, Nat Tilly on social media, is a personal trainer, fitness blogger and online coach. This is a very conversational podcast on the all things fitness, obsession and passions. Enjoy.    USE PROMO CODE BKF FOR 20% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER AT CLEANCUTMEALS.IE NATHALIE'S LINKS INSTAGRAM WEBSITE     Check out Brians best selling book THE FITNESS MINDSET on AUDIO BOOK...

Here is some of the most frequently asked question I get on nutrition when it comes to fat/weight loss. I added two exercise questions as these are just as frequently asked, so I hope you enjoy it.     What's the quickest way to lose weight? 09:40 Is fat loss 80% diet? 20:29 Should I eat carbs or fruit if I'm trying to lose weight or drop body fat? 30:28 What training program should I follow if I'...

This was a fly on the wall conversation with one of my best friends on the planet. I hope you enjoy.   Some of the things we talked about.   Asking yourself what are you doing mindlessly? (Hooking up, food, training, work) The difference between being slapped harshly by the truth or being kissed by a lie and the importance of not being a d*ck How to use negative people and their comments as fuel f...

 Elliott Hulse is an internationally renowned Strength & Conditioning Coach, Strongman, Author, Social Media Celebrity, Mentor, Holistic Life Coach, and Inspiration to Millions of people.   Sharing his message "Be the Strongest Version of Yourself and Inspire Others" with over 2.5 Million viewers through his YouTube channel "Strength Camp" he made himself a name for unifying the development of the...

John Joseph is a former drug-dealing crack addict turned 9 times Ironman triathlon athlete. He is also the voice of the punk rock band 'The Cro-Mags'.   John Joseph was raised in foster care and grew up on the streets of New York and has one of the most incredible stories I've ever heard.   The son of an alcoholic prize-fighter and an abused mother, John was removed from his family at the age of f...

    Dean Karnazes is an ultra-marathon runner, professional speaker and best selling author of several books including Ultramarathon Man: Confessions of an All-Night Runner, Road to Sparta: Reliving the Ancient Battle and Epic Run That Inspired the World's Greatest Footrace and Run! He was named one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in the World by Time magazine and I'm so grateful to have be...

On this Q&A episode of THE BRIAN KEANE FITNESS PODCAST      Knowing vs. doing, I know exactly what I have to do but how do I take action on it? 03:13      Where do you buy your books, I find them very expensive in Ireland? 21:26      What's the best advice you have been giving regarding fitness? 32:04      Tips on becoming comfortable in your own body and not stressing what others think? 42:04   B...

Tom Evans is a 26-year-old ultra-endurance runner and British Army Captain. He is one of the top ultra endurance trail runners in the world with a 3rd place finish at Marathon Des Sables and The Ultra-Trail World Tour in 2017. He has been on a sensational run as of late and had an incredible win and set a course record at the Costa Rica Coastal Challenge in February this year.   We talked everythi...

Johnny is a plant-based lifestyle blogger who travels the world documenting his journey. He has visited 197 countries, ran a marathon in the North pole and has climbed some of the world's highest mountains.  He has made over 1m USD from blogging and now inspires others with his "Dream Big, Travel Far, Live Full' philosophy.   We talked about everything from being smuggled across the border in Libe...

On today's Q&A What does your typical meal day look like currently? 04:33 What is better for building muscle, Crossfit or hypertrophy? 14:28 What advice would you give someone trying to quit alcohol for a month or two?  25:30 I'm at a point in my life where I've lost all job satisfaction and really need a change. I know you've worked to get to where you are today but you had a goal. Problem is I'v...

Q&A with Brian from Brian Keane Fitness. Answering your question. Carb Cycling for fat loss, squatting pain and best investment books. Why does carb cycling work so well for fat loss?  06:29 Any tips for knee pain when I squat and lunge?  26:33 Any good money investment book, preferably on audible (audiobook)? 37:07 The Fitness Mindset now available on AUDIOBOOK or PAPERBACK   USE PROMO CODE BKF F...

  Kathryn is RTE television and Radio Presenter who also owns pure results boot camp, one of Ireland's premier health and fitness retreats. She is also a new mum to a beautiful little girl Ellie so we jumped around in today's episode. We talked everything from working out as a new mum and learning to say no more often to interviewing Roy Keane, David Beckham and breaking into TV at the age of 19....

Today's episode is part 2 of last week's podcast. I hope you enjoy it.   "Smart people have great answers. Geniuses have great questions" – Mentor TIMESTAMPS   Who's fault was this really?  08:27 Are you projecting right now? 15:17 Are you dropping your standards? 25:56 Is that fact or opinion? 36:24 What's the best-case scenario, what is the worse case scenario and can I handle the worst case sce...

Today's episode goes in a slightly different direction. One my biggest shifts over the last several years has been to ask myself better questions when I'm struggling or working through particular problems in my personal life, fitness or business. Albert Einstein used to give the same end of year exam question to all his students because "the answers are always changing" – these are some of the que...