Mind Over Macros

In this episode, Mike is joined by Dre Baldwin who shares his formula for "working on your game" which will immediately help you improve any area of your life. Dre went from a division 3 college basketball player to having a successful pro career overseas and then leveraging his gifts for developing a resilient mindset and overcoming setbacks to teach others how to elevate their games. Y...

In this episode, Mike discusses one of the fastest ways to expedite your results. This concept has been tested and re-tested in several different ways and the outcome is always the same. It truly seems to be one of the only "hacks" to shortcutting the goal achievement process. Want to know what it is?? Tune in and find out! The 1,000 Pound Hunger Takedown Challenge is open for enrollment...

In this episode, Mike is joined by Laura Micetich aka The Iron Giantess and the two discuss the journey of achieving your goals through self-compassion, grace, and positive coping mechanisms. Laura opens up about her own experience of using food and other outlets to cope and how it landed her well over 300 lbs. She has undergone a powerful transformation that we can all learn from and has a ton of...

In this episode, Mike explains the internal fears that hold most of us back and how we can overcome them to create success. For those that truly listen and understand the core of this message, you can change your life very quickly. Be sure to mark your calendars for January 23rd, as this will be the first day to register for the upcoming challenge! The POP Supplement store is officially here! Choo...

In this episode, Mike explains the exact steps you need to take if you want to achieve your leanest body composition by the end of this year. This is a no-nonsense conversation that cuts to the root of what truly creates body transformation. Be sure to mark your calendars for January 23rd, as this will be the first day to register for the upcoming challenge! The POP Supplement store is officially...

In this episode, Mike explains when further testing is necessary with regards to hormones and gut health. After having his own testing done and finding some serious underlying issues, Mike has been receiving a lot of inquiries about when testing should be done. So this episode breaks it down. It's important to prioritize internal health but we also don't want to simply jump to conclusion...

In this episode, Mike is joined by Jaime Morocco and the two discuss the importance of removing mental roadblocks to drop weight. The process of losing body fat, getting healthier, or feeling better overall is often treated as a purely physical pursuit. This episode helps to illuminate the actual path that is required to make a change. Spoiler alert: it all starts with your internal beliefs and id...

In this episode, Mike shares 23 things he's learning and practicing as we embark on another year. These are all important lessons which provide direction and intent. Consider them guiding principles. Take a listen and see which ones resonate the most with you! The POP Supplement store is officially here! Choose between Neurotype bundles or individual products that are designed to prime your b...

In this episode, Mike is joined by John Madsen (owner of SupraHuman) and the two discuss what it takes to truly transform your mind and body. This goes well beyond the physical work required to create change. This is about your identity, emotional investment in the process, and the commitment required to become the highest level version of yourself. If you are someone who wants to change your body...

In this episode, Mike exposes one of the most popular fad diets on the market, Optavia. He explains why they were sued for false claims, the dangerous structure of their program, the physiological and psychological side effects, and how to repair the damage if you are someone who used their program. The more we can spread the word about the dangers of starvation diets like Optavia, the more we can...

In this episode, Mike is joined by Dr Sean Pastuch (owner of ActiveLifeRX) and the two discuss what it means to be practically fit and how that differs from functional fitness. Sean also explains how we can do better as an industry when it comes to better preparing our coaches and trainers to serve clients at the highest level. This episode has something for you whether you're a coach, traine...

In this episode, Mike is joined by Caleb Fong and the two discuss everything from life, personal development, therapy, fitness, business, and everything in between. This conversation is packed full of wisdom and tangible takeaways if you're someone who is looking to continue on their journey to better health, a coach trying to create more impact, or just want to level up as a person. Follow C...

In this episode, Mike discusses the why behavior change is more valuable than following the plan. Outcomes are behavior-based, not plan-based. The sooner we understand this simple fact, the sooner we can stop looking for the perfect plan and begin looking for ways to change our behaviors to align with our goals. The POP Supplement store is officially here! Choose between Neurotype bundles or indiv...

In this episode, Mike discusses the new guide that he released called the 5 x 5 x 5 method. It's 5 ways to lose 5 pounds in 5 days. Mike has a bone to pick with the coaches who were upset about the rhetoric around this guide, which sparked an important conversation that we, as humans, can all learn from.  The POP Supplement store is officially here! Choose between Neurotype bundles or individ...

In this episode, Mike is joined by Dr Mike Stone from Wild Health, which specializes in personalized health care based on your genetics. This is a fascinating conversation about taking an individual plan to the next level with genetic testing, GI mapping, and biometrics. The future of medicine has already begun and it's time to understand what health looks like through your own personal lens....

In this episode, Mike explains the impact that our belief system has on our ability to be successful. When we believe something to be true about ourselves, consciously or subconsciously, we'll often use language that confirms and verifies that belief. To take it one step further, we will seek out evidence to prove that belief to be true. We often put ourselves in positions and situations that...

In this episode, Mike is joined by Molly Carmel to discuss the ways in which diets harm us both mentally and physically. Molly is an eating disorder therapist and author of the book, Breaking Up With Sugar, and she brings a ton of wisdom and experience to the conversation. If you feel controlled by food, have a poor relationship with food, or simply want some advice on how to break free from the s...

In this episode, Mike discusses 5 signs or red flags that indicate you should not be dieting. It's easy to default to eating less and trying to lose weight but you may end up doing more harm than good. Listen to this episode first and spot any red flags before jumping into another diet or fat loss phase. The POP Supplement store is officially here! Choose between Neurotype bundles or individu...

In this episode, Mike discusses the top 3 things that are killing your progress and no.. it's not your macros, it's not your training, and it's not how much cardio you're doing. These progress killers run much deeper than that. They are the root of the issues, not the symptoms. Listen in to learn what they are and how to overcome them! The POP Supplement store is officially her...

In this episode, Mike discusses the science of willpower and self control and why they matter. An increase in willpower has been connected to greater health outcomes, well-being, life satisfaction, and happiness. If you want to understand the goal achievement process, we must first understand what willpower is and how it works. Then, we can learn the strategies to enhance willpower and self contro...

In this episode, Mike drops some personal updates about his life and wellness journey. Then he goes into the secret that no one wants you to know. Most programs want you to believe that there's some magic pill or secret sauce that you're missing. And the more you search for or believe that there is a secret ingredient, the more likely you are to struggle. Because you'll avoid the wo...

In this episode, Mike is joined by Nic & Stephen Servis to discuss the many ways in which food is medicine. Nic & Stephen have been in the culinary industry for a long time and saw some amazing changes when they were shown the light (or the "dark side" as they call it) when it comes to food quality. They call it the dark side because once you start to improve the quality of your...

In this episode, Mike discusses how to avoid a common trap that most people fall into during the holiday season. How can you learn from past events to make better decisions in the present and the future? This episode is full of important, actionable steps. Plus, you can take advantage of the Black Friday promo by texting "Black Friday" to 267-994-0246. The POP Supplement store is officia...

In this episode, Mike discusses the sacrifices that must be made during fat loss. There seems to be two popular extremes in the fitness space. On the one hand, you've got people telling you that if you want something bad enough, you just need to suck it up and make it happen! On the other hand, you've got people that want you to believe you can do whatever you want and still see progress...

In this episode, Mike is joined by Taylor Morgan to discuss how to find your purpose and accomplish everything you desire in life. This conversation is as much about your identity and limiting beliefs as it is about your physical pursuits. There are several actionable items in this episode that can completely transform your life if you allow them to. Follow Taylor on IG here: @captain_taylor_morga...