Wits & Weights | Strength Training & Fat Loss Over 40

Today I'm sitting down with Greg Nuckols to talk about lifting, MacroFactor, and science. You'll learn what he's been up to lately, his take on lifting and life, and all things MacroFactor. We'll also explore how to be consistent and maybe even enjoy tracking your nutrition, incorporating scientific research into your health and fitness routine, and other words of wisdom. Greg...

My guest today, Allan Friedman, is a member of the Wits & Weights community and a one-on-one coaching client of mine who has gone through his own physical and mental transformation during our time together. He has a passion for sharing knowledge, engaging with fellow health and fitness enthusiasts, and always being of service.  Today we’ll explore his early influences in nutrition and fitness,...

Today I have the pleasure of chatting with the renowned Dr. Eric Trexler to discuss nutrition science, psychology, and application. We'll explore his experiences, research, and coaching, covering topics such as diet breaks, dynamic maintenance, and plant-based protein. Eric Trexler, a pro-natural bodybuilder and sports nutrition researcher with a PhD in Human Movement Science, has years of un...

Today I’m excited to welcome nutrition expert Lisa Franz to the show. Lisa and I met through podcasting and the nutrition coaching industry, and I had the pleasure of recording an interview on her show, The Nutrition and Life Podcast. Lisa and I will discuss the importance of breaking the extreme diet cycle, and how to find a sustainable and balanced approach to nutrition, training, and lifestyle....

Today, I welcome back Carl Berryman, a friend, a peer, a mentor, a brother, and the host of Inspired by Impact - A Podcast for Men, for a fascinating conversation on crushing body composition and fitness goals. We explore vulnerability, taking action, and introspection in personal growth. Carl shares his experience with progress tracking, muscle building, and the impact of lean muscle mass. We dis...

Today I’m excited to have Lisa Salisbury join me to explore the role of our higher brain in making better decisions about our health and the concept of portion distortion and its impact on our food choices. In this episode, Lisa talks about listening to our bodies, the negative effects of the clean plate club mindset, food waste, and sustainable eating. Lisa is a weight loss life coach who helps w...

I am beyond ecstatic to welcome the Dr. Eric Helms to the show today.  Eric’s work has been a huge influence on me in my personal journey,  coaching education, and philosophy, and today we're going to discuss evidence-based research, coaching, and communication, what Eric's been up to in the world of powerlifting and bodybuilding. We dive into topics including self-determination theory,...

Today we’re diving into how to optimize your health and performance with Dustin Lambert, a fellow nutrition coach I met through the Wits & Weights Facebook group and our coaching cert connection with NCI. Dustin will share challenges and strategies for fat loss as you get leaner, the pros and cons of bulking and cutting versus “maingaining,” and unique issues to consider when you have a metabo...

Today, I’m super excited to have Cody McBroom on as my guest to share his expertise, his philosophy, and some inside strategies with us today for looking like you lift. Cody and I will discuss how to use data to reach your goals more efficiently, how to balance training for aesthetics and performance to improve your body composition, and how to overcome plateaus and obstacles along the way. We’ll...

Today, I answer a common question many people have when starting their fitness journey: What should you do first to get results on your body recomposition? Should you focus on losing fat, building muscle, or doing both at the same time? I discuss seven common scenarios and share a 6-12 month plan for each scenario. You can choose the best approach based on your goals, starting point, and personal...

My guest today, Adrian Moreno, taught me how to bring this show’s important, life-changing message to an even wider audience by guesting on other podcasts, a topic we dive into. If you own a business, recently started one, or are thinking about it, or even if you have a powerful story you want to share with the world, you’ll want to listen all the way through because his approach is both unique an...

What is the worst thing that can happen to you when you experience a huge failure or struggle at something over and over again, whether your health and fitness journey, your relationships, your business, or life? I just experienced something that could have devastated me—if I hadn't built the mental fortitude to handle it and, better yet, use it to fuel my future. Listen to this short bonus e...

Today we are diving into body positivity and fit shaming, the obesity epidemic, food addiction, willpower and staying on track, and the connection between food and mental health. Joining me is Certified Health Coach, fitness expert, and author David Greenwalt. He is a husband, father, former police officer, gym owner, competitive state-level bodybuilder, and powerlifter. David is the author of the...

Today, we dive into weight maintenance and recovery with our special guest Jeff Hoehn. Jeff brings a wealth of experience in nutrition and training, shedding light on the importance of managing fatigue and living at maintenance, which is often overlooked or misunderstood.  We share evidence-based strategies for long-term success in sustaining fat loss and maintaining strength as you age. Jeff, the...

Today, we have a special guest joining us - Wil Del Pizzo! Wil shares his insights on kettlebell training, the Big 3 lifts, programming lifts in a group setting and youth sports, and advice for trainers and coaches. Wil is a fitness expert with a passion for kettlebell and strength training. He's a StrongFirst Certified and TRX Certified trainer with over 13 years of experience in the fitness...

Today’s episode is all about hormones, peptides, and innovative treatments with my special guest, Dr. Rand McClain. Dr. Rand reveals the importance of testosterone, its effects on your body, and how to manage them. We also examine menopause vs. MANopause, the diagnosis and treatment of hormonal deficiencies, and questions from our community. Finally, we delve into the science of peptides! From bei...

In today’s solo episode, I am excited to answer questions from listeners about how to modify nutrition and training if you have lipedema, how stress affects training and health, whether occasional fasting can increase longevity while keeping protein high, and a quick fire round where I answer seven questions sent in by one listener about dietary guidelines, killer plants, getting fat on carbs, met...

My guest today is Amanda Cooper, and we are going to talk about getting into fitness, physical strength, and mobility, eliminating things that hold you back from getting started, working with what you have, and the value of getting an assessment! We begin with Amanda sharing how she got into fitness, from her personal journey and struggles with eating disorders and body image, to her experience wo...

Today’s guest has encountered every reason to NOT race. From abandonment to abuse, family deceptions, and other distressing events, Steven Benedict faced it all and managed to rise.  It's amazing that despite everything he went through, he was able to focus and excel at his sport.  Steven starts off by sharing his backstory. He then discusses periodization, productional force strength, avoidi...

Today we’re examining the world of programming and coaching with my special guest, Andy Baker. We get into programming principles for lifters of different ages and experience levels, whether your goal is to improve strength, performance, or body composition, or just have fun but effective workouts. We also talk about Andy’s career as a coach,  training principles and methods, and what he’s been up...

Tracking your food may sound daunting or obsessive, but doing so will help you develop freedom and flexibility in your relationship with food. In this episode, I share a framework to help you understand why you should track your food and the practical steps you can take to start doing so right away. You can choose whatever food-tracking app you want that will help you track the priorities included...

This episode is jam-packed with knowledge about energy flux and the high energy flux lifestyle. It comes from no less than Brandon DaCruz, one of the brightest minds in the industry. I start off by asking Brandon about his background and what led him to fitness and coaching. Brandon shares that he started being active in weight-restricted sports at 10-11 years old, during which he was exposed to l...

Today's episode features my conversation with author and motivational speaker Terry Tucker. We talk about his life's purpose and his 10-year battle with a rare form of cancer that resulted in the amputation of his foot (2018) and then his leg (2020). We also discuss at length his phenomenal book "Sustainable Excellence." He shares his favorite principles from his book and revea...

In this episode, Katie Kollath and Heather Hamilton of Barpath Fitness reveal the importance of performing lifts in full range-of-motion, the impact of strength training on productivity and confidence, and their coaching experience. They cut through toxic misinformation in the fitness industry, discuss their overall philosophy on nutrition coaching, and explain how the Stronger Than Your Boyfriend...

Today we dive into some hot nutrition topics. What is the “best” diet for weight/fat loss and how can women over 40 prioritize and optimize their health? Should you consider intermittent fasting (time-restricted feeding), especially for women? How can you unleashing the power of your mind to create results? We touch on disordered eating habits and body image concerns, and what to do if someone is...