The Pendola Project Podcast

10/21/2019 - Can you face your oppositions with grace? Can you be grateful for your failures? And do you have the guts to rise to the challenge? The mantra grace, gratitude and guts will serve you on your path to success, however you've defined it. pendolatraining.com Email the show: pendolaproject@gmail.com Email Jake: j_t_parker@outlook.com

10/16/2019 - Rosie and Ilyana have both grown into successful adults, students and collegiate runners. While their stories are unique, the principles gleaned from each will inspire you to reach your potential, too! 6:15 - How did you get started? 8:45 - Focus on becoming a better version of yourself 10:15 - The important of encouraging coaches 11:30 - Get stronger, run further 16:30 - Balancing ac...

9/14/2019 - Do you ever find yourself losing focus in key moments? Do you get distracted by the sights and sounds around you when you need to perform your best? This week Matt and Jake answer a listener email about losing focus on the tennis court, and give advice for how to maintain mental discipline when you need it most. pendolatraining.com Email the show: pendolaproject@gmail.com Email Jake: j...

10/9/2019 - We've received many requests from you, so here it is, the story of Matt Pendola! If you've been listening to us for a while you know what Matt does, but do you know who he is? You may be surprised to learn Matt didn't just stumble upon greatness. He had serious struggles, all of which happened FOR him, not TO him. Whatever you're doing, do it to the best of your ability. 6:30 - Growing...

10/7/2019 - It's a big, scary world out there, so how are you going to stand out from the rest? By underpromising, and overdelivering. The motivation this week comes from Matt and Jake talking about when, why and how they've overdelivered in their careers, relationships and habits, opening up new opportunities and experiences. 1:00 - The recent Spartan Races in Squaw 3:30 - Hypothermia 4:00 - Unde...

10/2/2019 - Billy Haug is, admittedly, smarter than Matt and Jake. He's bounced back from an accident that nearly cost him his leg, and has exemplified the Pendola culture since being a member of the original Pendola Project. Billy is a true champion, and he goes into his winner's mindset, and will blow your mind with his knowledge of nutrition. 0:00 - 3:30 - Intro 3:30 - Pursuing education rather...

9/30/2019 - The timeless question: "How do I lose weight?" The answers are out there, but it's tough to comb through the endless information, and you'll probably get frustrated by all the contradictions. But fear not, we've got you covered. 1:30 - Establish your setpoint, then set your goals 2:30 - Pay attention to your food intake 4:30 - Know your ingredients 5:45 - "Cheat" meals and "off" foods...

9/25/2019 - How is your progress going? Are you improving toward your goals? If not, it may be due to a lack of foundation. Today Matt and Jake discuss the importance of ditching the bells and whistles in the gym, and returning to our roots of stability and mobility. Your process to success is specific to you, and in this episode you will gain insight into how you can incorporate the basics to mak...

9/23/2019 - This week we're going back to the basics. Setting a SMART starting point, thinking critically about your strategies, and risk vs reward. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or it's been... a while... it is crucial to go back to the basics

9/18/2019 - It's an honor and pleasure to welcome Wynne Allen to the podcast. She is everything you could want in an athletic trainer, and today she shares her tips, habits and dreams with you! 7:10 - From client, to trainer, to pilot 9:00 - Taking on New Challenges 11:40 - Beginner's Mind/White Belt Mentality 14:00 - You Can't Teach Industriousness 15:00 - Overcoming Self-Doubt 19:10 - Learning t...

9/16/2019 - I am the servant of great people, and alas, of all failures as well. Those who are great, I have made great. Those who are failures, I have made failures. Who am I?

9/11/2019 - Chad Belding is not just a client of Matt's. He's a friend, mentor, father, entrepreneur and hunter. His podcast "This Life Ain't For Everybody" and TV Show "The Fowl Life" (links below) are enjoyed by millions, and his inspiring, can-do attitude is inspiring to us all. 3:30 - Developing a work ethic 5:00 - Being an entrepreneur 6:45 - The TV business 8:15 - Founding Chad's company Ban...

9/9/19 - What do you think of when you see the Yin Yang symbol? One way to interpret the flowing mix of white and black is the balance of chaos and control. When you're in control of your life, the counterbalance of chaos comes up by surprise, throwing you off center. So then what? That's where the Bang Bang happens...Do something!

9/4/19 - This week Matt and Jake discuss how the culture defines what Pendola Training is, from supporting each other like the root system of Redwood trees to Grace, Gratitude and Guts. 10:00 - What is culture, and what is Pendola Training? 12:45 - How to handle making mistakes 14:00 - Personalized attention and being specific with your training 17:00 - Building character through training 21:00 -...

8/26/19 - Matt and Jake are here to give you your weekly dose of motivation! This week, we tackle the all-too-popular question in the fitness industry: How do you get yourself back in the shape you once were when you have a busy schedule?

8/21/2019 - Matt Balzer is 2017 XTERRA Triathlon National Champion, and 1st American finisher for XTERRA Worlds 2017. He is also a husband, father, and owner of Reno Running Company. Email the show: pendolaproject@gmail.com Email Jake: j_t_parker@outlook.com pendolatraining.com TIMES: 3:00 - How Matt got started in sports 12:00 - Matt's influencers 17:30 - Reno's thriving running community 25:30 -...