Michael Smoak
The HigherUp Podcast
The HigherUp Podcast has one mission - to share easily implementable ways to improve your life. The host of this podcast is Michael Smoak, or HigherUpWellness on social media. I will be breaking down concepts and principles in the health and wellness space that are often complex and convoluted into easily digestible, actionable steps that you can do for low or no cost. This podcast will be a combination of solo episodes and interview episodes of guests who embody the HigherUp lifestyle.
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Michael Smoak
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Jun 21, 2026
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Episodes
How Getting in Your Best Physical Shape Empowers Your Life's Purpose | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 33 20.11.2024 34:02
Drop your #stepcheck in the comments! This podcast episode is a recording of my in-person event in Atlanta, GA on November 7th, 2024. I tell my life story and share insights on how I believe getting in the best shape you can will change the trajectory of your entire life.
How I Grew My Social Media, Overcoming Life's Adversities & More | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 32 03.11.2024 25:53
Drop Your #Stepcheck in the comments! This episode is a follower Q&A. The questions answered are below: Did you feel awkward about filming yourself at first and how did you get over it? How to educate loved ones on the importance of health without being pushy or self righteous. Tips for growing a social media page? Thoughts on a SAD lamp during winter? Create the ideal meal that is filling and...
How To Build a Personal Brand in 2024 w/ Baxate | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 31 27.10.2024 1:01:20
Drop your #stepcheck in the comments! In today’s episode we’re joined by Carter Abdullah, known on the internet as Baxate. He is a Georgia Tech Graduate, and founding engineer at software company brev.dev which was recently acquired by NVIDIA. He has led a remarkably successful life, especially for being just 24 years old. He creates content documenting his journey as an engineer at one of the nat...
How to Gain Clarity on Your Purpose in Life With Gabriel Pinto | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 30 22.10.2024 1:34:56
Drop your #stepcheck in the comments! In this episode, I sit down with my coach, Gabriel Pinto. I have been working with Gabriel for the last 3 months and it has been a transformative experience to say the least. Gabriel specializes in helping people heal past wounds and traumas to ultimately grow into alignment with their purpose. Gabriel and I are hosting a wellness retreat December 13th - 15th....
4 Mindset Shifts To Get You Through Difficult Times | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 29 14.10.2024 22:13
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! In this episode I get, well, honest. Honest about where I am at in my life, and the challenges I am navigating. With of course some tips on how to navigate the challenges you will all inevitably face in your life as well. Let me know in the comments what you thought of the episode and make sure to rate the show and follow the channel so we can get the message...
How to Set Yourself Up to Stand Out | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 28 06.10.2024 1:16:36
In lieu of my standard podcast episode, I have decided to upload a recording of the presentation I gave at Georgia State University in the Robinson School of Business. I share the framework I have used to set myself apart and ultimately build the life that I wanted for myself. While this is given to College students, it applies to anyone in any walk of of life. Let me know your thoughts in the com...
Answering Your Most Frequently Asked Questions | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 27 29.09.2024 37:17
Drop your #Stepcheck in the comments. In this episode, I answer the top 8 questions that I get the most from those of you who follow me. Here are the 8 questions: 1. How do i eat intuitively and still hit my goals? 2. What advice do you have for people who want to create content? 3. How to prevent overtraining when lifting and running. 4. I just started my health journey, what should my non negoti...
5 "Health Fads" That Are Actually Worth The Hype | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 26 22.09.2024 19:16
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! If you enjoyed the episode, please follow the channel and rate the show so we can get this information to more people. In this episode we dive into 5 of the most popular health fads I have seen take over the internet in the last 6-8 months that I actually believe are worth trying for most people. Those 5 things are as follows: 1. Magnesium Supplementation 2. C...
Sunday Chat: Running Man Recap, Finding Your Purpose | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 25 16.09.2024 39:48
Drop your #Stepcheck in the comments! In this episode, I recap Jesse Itzler & All Day Running Company's event, Running Man 2024. I also dive into getting aligned with your purpose and how you might go about doing that in a world where so many people feel lost. I also share a bit about how fitness can help you build self confidence and self belief. Do hard things. It makes you a better pers...
4 Actionable Ways To Build Discipline and Achieve Your Goals | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 24 10.09.2024 26:02
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments. In this episode I go into the ways that I was able to build discipline and ultimately do the things I set out to do. Many people in this day and age struggle with discipline and motivation when it comes to achieving their fitness or personal goals. This episode is designed to help you do just that. Socials | @higherupwellness on all platforms
Follower Q&A | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 23 26.08.2024 43:46
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! In this episode i pick a few questions from you guys to answer in depth. I also open up about my "why" when it comes to what drives me forward. Please like, subscribe, share and follow the channel. It is a huge help.
Finding Your "Why" to Achieve Your Goals w/ ScottyKFitness | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 22 13.08.2024 47:07
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments & dont forget to subscribe! In this episode I am joined by ScottyKfitness. He is a former firefighter, father of 4, and one of the fastest growing fitness content creators on the internet. In just a few short months, Scotty has amassed a following of over 1 million people on TikTok through sharing creative, tasty, high protein recipes. He is also renowned f...
Chris Cavallini - The Ultimate Guide to Changing Your Life | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 21 26.06.2024 1:22:21
In this episode, I sit down with Chris Cavallini, The Owner and CEO of Nutrition Solutions, a multi-million-dollar Meal Prep company based out of Tampa, Florida. In this episode, Chris delivers a tremendous amount of value about how to finally achieve an elite level of success with tangible steps you can implement TODAY to start improving. We discuss the following topics: - The power of changing y...
6 Ways Getting Fit Will Improve Your Life (That You Don't Expect) | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 20 12.06.2024 25:44
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! In this episode, I share 6 unexpected ways my life got better when I got fit. They are listed below. 1. Executive / Cognitive Function 2. Anxiety / Depression 3. Earning Capacity / Career Success 4. Dental Health 5. How others treated me 6. Style / Clothing Please like and subscribe if you are on YouTube watching or rate and follow the show if you are on Spoti...
Sunday Chat | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 19 03.06.2024 29:12
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments. Welcome back. No facts, no research, just yapping. love you guys.
Rapid Fire Q&A | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 18 18.05.2024 1:03:30
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! In this episode I answer your questions about fitness, nutrition, mindset, motivation, and more. Thank you to those of you who submitted and I apologize if I was not able to answer yours. Please like the video and subscribe to the channel if you are on YouTube. If you are on Spotify, please rate the episode! Thank you!
4 Quotes To Challenge Your Current Beliefs | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 17 14.05.2024 22:32
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! Welcome back to the podcast and thank you for your patience as I have been away awhile. In this episode I dive into 4 (technically 5) quotes that have been impactful for me in the last 2 weeks. The quotes are Complexity is the enemy of execution Tell a lie big enough, long enough, loud enough, eventually people will believe you. People dont experience life. Th...
Setting Goals, Habit Building, Body Dysmorphia & More | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 16 19.04.2024 31:49
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! In this episode of the podcast, I answer questions from my private community members and share my answers with you all. The questions answered are as follows: 1. "I think hearing your perspective on good habit building and bad habit breaking and more of a personal take on how you actively changed your habits over time. And the affect it’s had on you’re de...
Q&A: Overcoming Binge Eating, How to Build Discipline & More | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 15 15.04.2024 49:49
Drop your #stepcheck in the comments and please subscribe to the channel! In this episode of the podcast, I answer your questions! All things fitness, nutrition, muscle building, fat loss, mindset, and discipline.
Emotional Decisions Kill Your Chances of Success | The HigherUp Podcast Episode 14 12.03.2024 16:37
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! Welcome back to another episode of The HigherUp Podcast. In this episode, I share my thoughts on emotional decision making when it comes to being successful. I believe making decisions based on emotions is a guaranteed way to never have what you want. Whether it be in fitness, finance, or business. Successful people such as Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Alex Hormozi,...
7 Science Backed Tips For Better Sleep | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 13 03.03.2024 26:48
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments!! In this episode, I discuss 7 ways to guarantee a better nights sleep. Sleep is something millions of people struggle with. And most people are not getting enough of it. It seems to be the first bucket we borrow from when life gets busy or stressful. In reality, sleep is critical for fat loss, muscle gain, mental well-being, and just about every facet of our l...
How Mineral Supplementation Can Change Your Life With Jordan Parker | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 12 26.02.2024 1:17:54
Drop Your #StepCheck in the comments! In today's episode I am joined by Jordan Parker. CEO and Owner of Optimize Minerals. Jordan left a great corporate job to pursue his dream of helping people take back control of their health the way he did; by utilizing holistic health practices to treat root causes rather than symptoms. In this episode we dive deep into the science behind why minerals are...
5 Personal Beliefs That Changed My Life | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 11 18.02.2024 29:18
If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe. It really is a huge help. Welcome to another episode of The HigherUp Podcast. In this episode I cover 5 beliefs I hold daily that completely changed my life for the better. They are as follows: 1. Physical health is a launching pad for success. 2. You can get anything you want out of life if you help enough people get what they want. 3. Some pe...
Everything That Happens to You is Your Fault - Extreme Ownership | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 10 10.02.2024 25:30
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! Relax, before you get worked up from the title listen to the episode. In this episode I cover Jocko Willink's leadership principle known as Extreme Ownership. Whether you want to lose fat, build a business, or improve your relationships, extreme ownership will fast track you there. I personally adopted this mentality 3 years ago and it changed my life. I h...
The 9 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make on a Fitness Journey | TheHigherUp Podcast Ep. 9 01.02.2024 28:58
In this podcast, I go into detail on what I believe to be the biggest mistakes people make that sabotages or slows down their progress on a fitness journey. 1. Avoding weights and focusing on cardio. 2. Hiring a Personal Trainer. 3. Undershooting Nutrition. 4. Thinking being fit = not enjoying life. 5. Not following a program. 6. Not moving outside the gym. 7. Majoring in the minors. 8. Being dish...
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