The Fit Parent Podcast with Jeff Dalzell

In this episode, Jeff talks to former personal trainer, business coach and fellow father, Michael Janda, about the challenges to, and reasons for, getting in shape as a father. Mike was a long-time trainer who's business and life was turned upside-down during the pandemic. He went from working in a gym full-time to working from home, sitting most of the day, and becoming a father. During this craz...

In this solo episode, Jeff shares the story of the snuggle that threw a wrench into his day and the internal battle of being present as a parent, doing the things that need to be done, and taking care of yourself. There's a pendulum between taking care of yourself and overindulging in "self-care." As parents, we need to find the balance where we are able to take care of ourselves without feeling g...

In this episode, Jeff talks to online weight loss coach and fellow father, Daniel Rosenthal, about the roadmap for losing weight the right way. We also discuss: Lies that the fitness industry tries to sell How to hack your habits to make weight loss easier and sustainable What to expect when losing weight (and how not to quit) How to enjoy yourself while losing weight Why waiting until the new yea...

In this solo episode, Jeff explains everything there is to know about consistency on the fitness journey. It's commonly said that consistency trumps all when it comes to progress, but there's a lot of misconceptions about what consistency looks like. Being consistent means finding a path that you can do long term and moving the target to something you can achieve. Consistent imperfection trumps oc...

In the first interview-style episode of the Dependable Dad podcast, I talk with Guy Sumner, a fellow coach & father. We chat about the challenges and drivers of fitness as a parent and what, ultimately, will drive results. Guy talks about how to lock in your changes for the long haul and achieve balance amidst the craziness of parenthood. Please leave your comments, thoughts, and questions bel...

In the inaugural episode of this podcast, I share my overall vision and purpose behind creating it. Also, I share the many ways that this is not buttoned up and how that's actually a good thing. Starting at an appropriate place for you is essential for health and fitness (and all things) and it's damaging to try to compare yourself to people who are further along that you. It will either cause you...