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In this episode, I share my conversation with Andrew Coates, who is not only an incredible coach, he’s an incredible leader. Today we dive into his temperament and character, because he has made himself stand out, not because of any tactics, but because of who he is. Andrew is dedicated to serving his clients and delivering quality information to the public.  We talk about: -transactional giving -...

In this episode, Aram discusses the Real Coaches Summit and the purpose behind the event. He explains the need for connection and education in the fitness industry and the importance of practical and tactical advice. Aram also highlights the amenities provided at the event and the value of creating a cohesive environment. He shares his process for selecting speakers based on credibility and value....

In this conversation, Kait discusses why diets don't work and offers solutions for achieving sustainable weight loss. She emphasizes the importance of addressing the psychological aspects of weight loss and improving mindset. Kait highlights the negative effects of restrictive diets and the tendency to overeat after breaking a diet. She explains the concept of ironic processing and the psychol...

In this conversation, Kait discusses the prevalence of binge eating and the pressure to fit a certain body type. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between binge eating and emotional eating. Kait also explores the reasons why people engage in binge eating, including genetics, depression, low self-esteem, and extreme dieting. She provides tips for controlling binge eating...

On today’s episode, Josh and I join forces to answer listener submitted questions. We cover everything from toxic relationships to personality disorders.  We talk about: -leaving toxic relationships -giving yourself grace -signs of narcissism  -trying to speak your peace and getting shut down -being drawn to certain people  -why do people stay? Time Stamps:  01:00 Introduction  5:16 boundaries in...

On today’s solo episode, I want to talk about personal growth and motivation, especially how it relates to your fitness journey. I have been through a shit ton of shit in my life, so I hope to give you a different perspective on your struggles and setback, in the hopes of propelling you to taking that next step towards fulfillment.  We talk about: -thoughts drive feelings drive actions -growth and...

On today’s episode, I share my interview with my friend, Ryan Kassim on his podcast.  The conversation explores personal stories, self-identity, and changing patterns to create a more fulfilling life. We discuss the importance of recognizing and changing coping mechanisms, as well as the significance of communication and honesty in relationships. We dive deep into the importance of vulnerability a...

On today’s episode, I speak with frequent guest, Dr. Joshua Smith. Of course with the new year here, our conversation focuses on goal setting. It’s almost impossible to avoid retrospection on milestone dates like a new year or birthday. Join us as we discuss the positive impacts of goal setting, the struggles that you may encounter, and how to set yourself up for success. We talk about: -anchor po...

On today’s episode, I share a talk I did on for the Personal Development Summit with Kari Schwear, from Grey Tonic. I share my thoughts on imposter syndrome, productivity, and building a team for a long-term successful business. We talk about: -imposter syndrome -building a team -productivity secrets -consistent action -defining success -aligning with your core values -opinions of others Time Stam...

On today’s episode, I share a talk I did on leadership and building a successful business. I emphasizes the importance of defining leadership for oneself and understanding one's vision. I also highlights the significance of knowing and aligning with the strengths and weaknesses of team members. Effective communication, goal-oriented conversations, and learning from mistakes are key aspects of...

On today’s episode, Dr. Josh Smith returns to discuss the most wonderful time of the year, but also potentially the most challenging, the Hollidays. It’s common to encounter a disparity in who you are versus who you were when going home for the holidays. We talk about how our views of the holidays shift as we move form childhood into adulthood and how expectations change over time.  We talk about:...

On today’s solo episode, my goal is to dive into how you can structure a system for long term sustainability and achieve. Whether it’s a health and fitness goal, weight loss goal, performance, and even life goal, this will help you! There is so much noise on the internet, it can be overwhelming and frustrating. I’m here to break down he phases of a transformation and what you need to accept and ac...

On today’s episode, one of my most popular guest returns! Dr. Joshua Smith is a psychologist who specializes in chronic illness, pain, relationships, boundaries, and communication. This conversation focuses on relationships, love, and break-ups.  We talk about: -internet free time -personality styles -affects of childhood on adulthood -perception of relationships not working out -divorce and commi...

On today’s episode, I talk with Gavin McHale, a personal development coach who helps high performers and business owners figure out what to do next when the hard work stops working.   We talk about: -when the hard work stops working -a different kind of hard -death of the old version of you -patience as faith -letting go of what doesn’t serve you -useful feelings -insecurity equals inexperience -t...

On today’s episode, I talk with a good friend of mine, Marissa Chong. She’s a fitness coach and owner of Permanent Change Coaching, who helps career-driven work from home women get off the yo-yo diet rollercoaster for life. She’s also an excellent businesswoman whom I connected with when I first launched  my business. She was a huge support for me and I can’t wait for you to hear our vulnerable co...

On today’s episode, I talk with a good friend of mine, Tanner Niels. He’s a creator who loves to write and nerd out on the psychology behind taking action. He has been trained and mentored by some of the BEST copywriters in the industry. And he’s helped me understand the different behaviors, patterns, and though processes behind different types of people.  We talk about: -archetypes and patterns -...

On today’s episode, I go into my story and how I’ve gained the perspective I have. But instead of sitting her talking about me, I want to share parts of my story that could help you overcome struggles you’re having. I’ll be answering questions that were submitted and I’ll walk through those and share what has helped me solve some of these problems.  We talk about: -cultivating your relationships -...

On today’s episode, I’m speaking with Katie Ferland, a long-time client, client support specialist, the OG and arguably the MVP of Team LevlUp. Kaity and I walk a lot together and get into deep conversations that I always wish we had recorded! In this conversation, we dive into some of her personal struggles, and struggles many of you share, like having difficult conversations with friends and fam...

On today’s episode, I share parts of my story, the mistakes I’ve made and the lessons I’ve learned from those mistakes. I share these in the hope that you can avoid the pitfalls I encountered. I want to share the mindset I’ve cultivated over time that has allowed me to push forward and keep growing. This is part one of a series, so make sure you tune in for more! We talk about: -changing your pers...

On today’s episode, Dr. Josh Smith joins me for a conversation about psychopathy, sociopathy, and anti-personality disorder. We talk about how those terms differ in colloquial usage and clinical usage, and how diagnoses aren’t necessarily what people think they are.  We talk about: -clinical versus colloquial usage of terms -diagnosis versus description -research behind the variables -corporate so...

On today’s episode, I’m talking to people who feel stuck. Maybe you feel like you should have it all figured out, but you don’t. You don’t know where to look or where to go and you find yourself turning to social media and feeling inadequate, like there’s something wrong with you. I share my experience with those feelings and how I handle them when they come up. The truth is, none of us have it al...

On today’s episode, I give you a behind the scenes look into my mini cut, and how I’m setting myself up to be successful. I’ll also share some of the things you can do to go into a fat loss phase with intention to make the process easy. I’m an open book and want to be transparent with what I’m experience, in the hopes that it will help you on your journey. We talk about: -why people struggle -long...

Today’s episode is a presentation I just gave at the Sleep Summit, so a topic that we haven't really covered on the podcast. I want you to take notes on this one! Get out a pen and paper, or pull up Notes on your phone and get all the tactical tips I give so you can TAKE ACTION to move yourself forward.  We talk about: -creating endurance  -pacing, direction, awareness, vision -goal setting -e...

Today’s episode will either comfort you or confront you. It’s a lot insights from the last few weeks of my life. I also answer many questions a lot of you have asked me recently, tough conversations I’ve had to have, and life lessons I want to open up about so you know you’re not alone.  We talk about: -nice versus kind -staying stuck in the past -being focused on the problem -choosing to be stuck...

Today, I speak with Dr. Joshua Smith, a Psychologist specializing in chronic illness, pain, relationships, boundaries & communication. Josh and I always have insightful conversations, and today we cover topics from shattered assumption in trauma and building new patterns one expectations and beliefs. Towards the end of the episode, we dive deep into dating, expectations, and making the “right”...