Victor Fernandes
Fit Family Foundations
Victor's adult years have featured plenty of twists, turns, surprises, disappointment - and success. He draws from his experiences as a husband, father, stepfather and late bloomer in life and what he has learned along the way...and shares them all and more with YOU.
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Episodes
Four Pillars, One Strong Foundation 08.07.2026 17:05
The challenge of sustaining long-term health and wellness changes and when the four pillars of sustainable health change - mindset, nutrition, fitness, and accountability - work in unison. The importance of mindset, along with simplifying nutrition, building consistency in fitness, and the role of accountability in progress - sets the foundation for success on your health and wellness journey. Wan...
Health + Passion = Success 01.07.2026 13:43
It's a simple equation that for far too long didn't add up in my mind. Until the confidence gained on the way to dropping 75 pounds in 14 months provided the courage to choose passion over paycheck. It was the turning point in my life - and you can experience that moment in tome too - and your health and wellness will play an integral role in it.
Don't Get Caught In The Slow Drift 24.06.2026 13:02
Let's get right now what I like to call the "drift" - because if we allow the version of ourselves to decline slowly but surely decline over time, we'll awaken one morning and witness a person we won't recognize. Where can you feel the drift in your own life right now? Drop your thoughts in the comments. And of course, subscribe for weekly insights on health and fitness for busy professionals. #Fe...
Betting On Yourself 17.06.2026 14:47
In the latest episode, I wasted no time in sharing that perfection - and specifically the perfect moment to start your health and wellness journey - doesn't exist. There are simply opportunities we capitalize on and those we let slip away - and the journey my father and I took are perfect examples. And of course, subscribe to the show for weekly insights on the importance of health and fitness in...
When Life Unleashes a Real Test 09.06.2026 13:21
How will you respond? Sixty pounds into my health and wellness journey, life threw a potentially life-altering challenge at me - my wife Shelly's cancer diagnosis. At that point, everything else had been a dress rehearsal. Now, it was time to be the husband, father and man I vowed to be when that journey began. It's a story I have shared before - and it still makes me emotional - because it was a...
The Identity Behind The Business 03.06.2026 10:47
That identity begins with our health and wellness. If we're on top of our game with your health, we're inevitably on top of our game in the business world. But for too many busy professionals, one often clashes with the other and leaves both with much room for improvement. Today's show is about we create the best of both worlds - and enjoy much success along the way.
Building Infrastructure For Health: A Conversation with Nate Palmer 13.05.2026 42:02
Health is simply a lifestyle we should all attain. Ask Nate Palmer, a health and fitness coach, systems builder and founder of Million Dollar Body Labs - when energy, sleep, strength and metabolic health are dialed in, everything else improves - decision making, mood, patience, focus, leadership and longevity. That's the foundation of this week's episode, so check it out as Nate gets to the heart...
Clearing Up The Entrepreneur's Blind Spot 06.05.2026 12:48
The day my 15-year-old son, Zach, was born was the same day I could no longer ignore my declining health. But for many years prior, my declining health hung out in my blind spot - because my focus was on building my career and supporting to my family. I didn't even notice how it impacted both. Are you having trouble with that same blind spot? This week's show brings it out into the open.
Need Vs. Want: It Matters In Health Too 21.04.2026 16:13
Health should be #1 in our lives - because it's the only facet of it that impacts all the rest. Yet, I hear people say they're not interested in leading a healthier lifestyle. No matter the reasons, that's still alarming. So, if you find yourself thinking like that, this episode is for you.
Green Light For Success: A Conversation with Cathy Mails 24.02.2026 32:33
Cathy Mails makes it her mission to make the world a healthier place - for herself, her family and everyone who enjoys a clean, safe home from Sea Green Natural Cleaning , North Carolina’s only certified green eco-friendly cleaning business. Like her exploits in the sport of rowing, the tireless work she does has a ripple effect on everyone around her - which meant having her on the show to share...
Quality of Life - The Most Important To Pursue 07.01.2026 12:34
Some people - like me - pursue performance based goals on the path to better health and fitness. Others don't, because they simply focus on becoming physically fit. But no matter what side of that debate you stand on, one thing holds true... Quality of life is the most important quality of life.
Mental & Emotional Struggle of Physical Fitness 10.12.2025 13:06
Do the work. That's what we're supposed to do to reach our fitness goals and strengthen our health and well-being. So why did I struggle with that for many years in my early adult life? Why do many people still struggle with that to this day? Sit back, relax and - ENJOY... I'm going to tell you.
Sugar & Spice...Only Begins To Tell The Story 03.12.2025 38:44
This could be the first of several episodes with Logan Rouse as the special guest. That's how many irons in the fire that she's passionately involved in, especially in the health and wellness world. Oh, and did I say she's a published author too... Want to hear more? Sit back, relax and...ENJOY THE SHOW Want to learn more about Logan and all she does? Head to @Tacturtle , @turtlely.art.08 and @sug...
A (Bittersweet) Taste of Thanksgiving 25.11.2025 12:29
Welcome to Thanksgiving week, which for me is book-ended by my late father's birthday and the anniversary of his death... And about the feelings I feel and the lessons I have learned along the way. Enjoy the show...and have a Happy Thanksgiving!
I Challenge You...Not To Gain Weight 18.11.2025 13:55
Intrigued by the title of this show? You're not alone. Why? Because with the official start to the holiday season fast approaching, trying not to gain weight between now and the start of 2026 becomes the bane of so many people's existence. Which is why I challenge you to accept the... No Gain, No Pain Holiday Challenge! Why? Check out the show to find out. Ready to accept the challenge? Here's how...
A Brave-nly New World: A Conversation With Grace Caldwell 12.11.2025 1:00:17
Grace Caldwell has seen the highs and lows that surround the most precious commodity we have in life - our health. From her role as a critical care nurse through the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, through her current role with Bravenly Global , a successful family-owned wellness brand... She has remained steadfast in her belief that wellness is a lifestyle, not just a product - and passionate ab...
A Successful Journey Begins With "Drive" 29.10.2025 13:57
Yes, that is a play on the word "drive" - in large part because we spend so much of our time every day in our car driving from one meeting to another. We even use our car as a mobile office. It's a necessary evil to be successful in the business world. But we don't need to sacrifice our health in the process. As a matter of fact, we can get healthy while commuting. Don't know how? Step into my off...
Time To Take Back Your Mornings 21.10.2025 14:16
Does your morning routine kick-start your day in a big way or fill you with dread for the inevitable s*itshow that lies ahead? You can't conquer the day unless you conquer your morning routine. So before you hit snooze, scramble for coffee, and frantically check emails before your eyes are even open... Sit back, relax and of course - ENJOY - the latest episode of the show. And if you're listening...
Staying Fit On The Road Hits Home Right 30.09.2025 13:02
Traveling for work can wreak havoc with steady routines, especially our health and fitness routine. But it doesn't have to be this way - and making it happen is fairly simple. On this episode, I share helpful tips on how to stay on track while work takes you here, there and everywhere. So for now, sit back, relax and of course...ENJOY THE SHOW! Then it's time to hit the road - and get to work!
Crash or Conquer: How Your Day Unfolds Is In Your Hands 23.09.2025 11:39
We've all faced it - the mid-afternoon crash when our energy level hits empty. Some of us more than others, because we haven't made the necessary changes to break the cycle. No worries though, I've got you covered... Sit back and relax and of course...ENJOY THE SHOW! And if you listen all the way through, you'll learn a thing or two about conquering the day by preventing the crash.
Eating Is Our Business Too 16.09.2025 12:34
You already know that Fitness Is Our Business... But so is eating, including how and what we eat to not simply get through our work day - but to conquer it! On today's show, I'll share simple on how to eat healthy even while you're focused on building a name for yourself in the business world. So sit back, relax and of course...ENJOY THE SHOW! Then get back to work...
You're Going To Be Great At This: A Conversation with Chris Castanes 09.09.2025 42:48
Chris Castanes knows sales - his way. It's based on knowledge, experience - and even humor that not everyone can pull off. But that's why he's great at this... Because he does it his way. He does life his way. Want to learn more about what his way looks like? Sit back, relax and of course...ENJOY THE SHOW - while Chris shares his years as a speaker, author and podcaster who happens to be the presi...
Movement Matters: Simple Strategies for Busy Professionals 26.08.2025 10:34
If you're an entrepreneur, business owner and hard-working, career-driven person - it's a safe bet that you find yourself sitting behind a desk more often than you would like. But being behind a desk doesn't mean following a path to a more sedentary lifestyle. It's time to get, get moving - and get healthy - while still staying productive at work. And I've got some simple tips you can implement ri...
Making Time For Health Always Pays Off 21.08.2025 11:09
And it doesn't take a lot of time to be rewarded handsomely in the most important way - with quality health and wellness. Because if we want to be successful professionally, we have to succeed personally - and implementing these actionable steps into your daily routine will allow us to thrive in the business world. So check out - once again - why Fitness Is Our Business.
Mindful Minutes: Secret Weapon to Professional Success 14.08.2025 12:45
It takes only a few minutes a day, but taking that little amount of time to to refocus and recharge so we can conquer our quest for professional success is an absolute game-changer. In the next 10 minutes or so, you will learn simple and effective tips on to stay on track every day while stress build up all around you. So sit back, relax (even if you're stressed) and of course... ENJOY the show!
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