The Powerhouse Mentality

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode I break down my experience with Crossfit Open workout 24.2 and the major lesson I learned through losing control of my mindset.  Failure always sucks. Not living up to your expectations always hurts. Failure is simply an opportunity to grow if you choose to learn from it.  The biggest takeaway here is that your mindset drives your performance and you have t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Kenzie Burnett, a mother of three who has undergone a remarkable transformation.  Since 2020 Kenzie has done the work to grow into the best version of herself; both physically and mentally. Over the past 4 years she has lost 100lbs and has found her voice that was taken away from her almost 20 years prior.  Kenzie shares her journey,...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Week 7 of Your Sustainable Fat Loss Journey.  In this week's episode, I'm diving into the struggle of losing weight and keeping it off. It's not about just dropping calories and moving more; it's about sustainable fat loss. I break down some of the most common pitfalls I've seen like; unsustainable approaches, lack of discipline, and focusing on...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I tell my story of how I got into Crossfit and when I made the shift in mindset from amateur to athlete.  I also dive into how week 1 of the 2024 Crossfit Open went, my mindset heading into week 2 and my thoughts on the future in the sport.  AND; as always, I share the lessons I have learned along the way that could help you on your journey.  If you found...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I have a conversation with Patty; trainer of 8 years, Hidden Summit coach and Hyrax athlete - this girl has a great story to tell and a huge impact to make.  She talks all about her struggle as a young athlete to making a tough transition to college where she struggled with depression and her weight. She tried to outrun a poor diet for years until she had...

Send us Fan Mail I've covered the basics of nutrition, movement, strength training, recovery, tips & tricks, why the scale is not the best measure of progress and how to overcome a plateau. This week I'm talking all about how to build your powerhouse mentality for long term success to make sure you have a strong mindset to sustain your results. Nutrition and fitness is simple. The mi...

Send us Fan Mail “Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But, it is perhaps the end of the beginning.”  - Winston Churchill  In today's episode, I take you back to when I was 18 to paint a picture of my career in the fitness industry. The highs and lows, the doubt and pain that have all led to a new beginning.  Thank you to everyone who supported me over the years....

Send us Fan Mail The more I've suffered, the more I’ve woken up. It is when you deal with tragedy and navigate through it that you learn how strong you truly are. Pain is our greatest teacher. Lean into the resistance.  Have you ever thought of it like that? Pain sucks. Suffering sucks. Tragedy sucks. So, why am I trying to make it sound like a good thing? In today's episode, I break dow...

Send us Fan Mail AH. The dreaded plateau. Over my decade plus in coaching, 9 out of 10 times that "plateau" isn't what it seems.  Today, I'm diving into 5 reasons why your fat loss may stall (now or in the future) and what you can do about it.  The most important thing to remember here is that progress takes time and you must be aggressively patient.  If you found value from th...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I have one my best friends; Mackenzie Breihan on the podcast to share her incredible story of resilience.  This girl has been through it all and her journey is a roller coaster.  From high school athlete to being on a feeding tube in the hospital for 6 months to then being told she would never be able to live her dream of being a collegiate gymnast to proving everyone wrong...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I tackle the common roadblock of feeling thrown off course when life gets in the way.  I debunk the myth that successful people have it easy and emphasize the power of perspective.  BIGGEST takeaways for you include;  maintaining momentum and keeping commitments to yourself no matter what life throws at you.  I also stress the importance of embracing imperfection...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Week 5 of Your Sustainable Fat Loss Journey.  In this week's episode, I'm tackling the mysteries of why the scale jumps around and why it shouldn't stress you out. Let's keep it simple, focusing on three main things: inflammation, hormones, and how food and water affect your weight. Here's the thing: don't let the scale rule your life. Inst...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, together we're tackling those sneaky thoughts that hold you back from reaching your full potential; limiting beliefs.  I cover some of the most common limiting beliefs that I've seen or heard over my decade long career as a coach and trainer.  THEN, I'll break down the process of how to break those limiting beliefs into simple steps. From identifyin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I tackle the reasons why your goals often fall short; fitness or not,. Drawing over a decade  of experience in the fitness industry, I uncover 5 common obstacles, from unclear goals to fear of success. But instead of focusing on the negatives, we focus on a HOW to find a solution: who do you see when you look at yourself in the mirror?  By seeing yourself as capab...

Send us Fan Mail In weeks 1-3 we spoke about the 3 pillars to build your strong stable foundation for sustainable fat loss; nutrition, movement/resistance training & recovery.  This week we bring it back to nutrition to focus on what my most successful clients do to nail their nutrition.  If you found value from the podcast, share the episode with at least one person who would also find value....

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with my friend Kaylee Branstad, CEO and founder of Gravity Fitness and a 1st Phorm sponsored trainer. Kaylee's journey is one of that highlights resilience and empowerment. She shares her experience of moving from New Jersey to Hawaii in 2014, breaking free from a toxic relationship, and finding her true purpose.  A true badass with...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode,  we dive into the why you're feeling stuck and how to overcome that feeling to achieve your goals.  Cognitive dissonance takes center stage here.  You'll  learn about the discomfort caused by conflicting beliefs and behaviors, why it's so important to emphasize the role of rationalization in perpetuating this conflict, and focus on  practical strate...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Week 3 of Your Sustainable Fat Loss Journey.  In this episode, we dive into the final pillar when building your strong foundation for sustainable fat loss - Recovery.  Recovery gets broken down into 3 branches:  1) Quality of nutrition & hydration  2) Sleep  3) Stress management  Here are your action steps apply for the week (remember building off of week 1 & 2)...

Send us Fan Mail This episode I have an amazing conversation with  Liz Lambert, director of coaches at Hidden Summit. This lady is a true powerhouse; balancing her roles as a mom of two, a wife, and a dedicated crossfitter.  We dive into Liz's journey and how she has been able to break free from genetic constraints, transition from a 9-5 job to coaching, and transform her mindset over the pas...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share my top 5 book recommendations that have impacted my life dramatically and I believe everyone should read if you want to get out of your own way.  Books with links to get them now: 1) The Magic Of Thinking Big by David J. Shcwartz: https://amzn.to/48Xtoym 2) The Power Of One More by Ed Mylett: https://amzn.to/3UgFttT 3) Relentless by Tim Grover: https://amz...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Week 2 of Your Sustainable Fat Loss Journey. This week the focus shifts from nutrition to fitness, covering the second pillar of your foundation;  movement and resistance training. I kick things off with resistance training. I debunk the myth of complex resistance training; advocating for simplicity and focusing on the basics with proper progressive overload. Finishing...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, I welcome back Dara Flores for round 2. This time we are focusing on a topic where I consider Dara an expert—sleep.  We emphasize the critical role sleep plays in achieving optimal results.  We dive into the  impact of sleep on all different aspects of life, including habits, behaviors, willpower, discipline, cravings, energy levels, inflammation, stress,...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is a little impromptu. I  hop on the mic with really no direction on where this will go and to be honest; I'm pretty damn happy with the message that came across.  I talk about how I'm currently navigating a "more heavy" season of life and how I'm able to continue on without giving up.  I also go back and tell a story as to why I do what I do....

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the FIRST episode of "Your Sustainable Fat Loss Journey Series."  In this episode, I kick off a new series dedicated to guiding you through a sustainable and effective fat loss journey. We dive into the essentials of week 1, covering things such as establishing a calorie deficit, determining your protein intake, and consuming enough fiber. I provide actionable...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have an amazing conversation with Heaven Mathison, an key player in the Hidden Summit Community. Heaven; a true backbone of the community, shares her inspiring journey to self-discovery and confidence.  As a triplet, she opens up about the challenges of breaking free from being tied to her siblings' identities and finding her own path. We dive into Heaven&a...