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2152 - Mindset - What You Want is on the Other Side

"If it's good for you, but you hate it.  Learn to love it.  Because it's likely what you want is on the other side of it."  These words sound great, but how do we actually do that?  How do we learn to love something we once hated?  In today's podcast I discuss this concept and explain how you can "get to the other side".

2151 - Training - Techniques I Used in a Recent Leg Workout

Want some ideas for your next workout?  Or a client's workout?  In today's podcast I share the techniques I used in a recent leg workout including eccentric overloads, drop sets, and rest/pause.  Lots of fun ideas and helpful details!

2150 - Nutrition - Balancing Fat Loss and Performance

Can you lose fat AND be strong, be explosive, grow new muscle?  Absolutely!!!  In today's podcast I discuss how to set up your nutrition approach to balancing fat loss and performance!!!

2149 - with Meredith - 2024 Contest Prep - 4 Weeks Out

Only 4 more weeks!!!  Time travels fast when you're having fun haha.  In today's podcast Meredith and I discussed the "fun" she's been having with her diet and training this past week along with our tips and advice for how to still adhere to your diet around appointments and special events! 

2148 - Q&A - Considerations for a Hard Gainer - Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced

If you're a hard gainer, this podcast WILL HELP!!!  In today's podcast I discuss nutrition, training, and supplement advice for hard gainers all the way from a beginner to advanced level of detail!  A ton of great information!!!

2147 - Mindset - The Power of Perspective

What you think about what you do, or don't do, can make or break the outcome!  Your perspective is powerful, and, it's entirely up to you!  Listen in to learn more!

2146 - Training - Proper Warm Up for People with Hyper-Mobility

If you have hypermobile joints you may worry about being injured when lifting weights.  If so, in today's podcast I explain how to properly warm up and strengthen your joints so that you can be safe AND strong while lifting weights!!!

2145 - Nutrition - What is the Proper Caloric Deficit for Fat Loss?

How low should you go when it comes to calories in a fat loss diet?  Should you go as low as you can tolerate?  Are there any possible negative impacts in doing so?  In today's podcast I discuss what considerations come into play when deciding the proper calorie deficit for a fat loss diet.

2144 - Q&A - Creative Options for Indoor Cardio

Want to improve your cardiovascular performance, BUT, you're limited to only indoor options?  And you don't have traditional cardio equipment?!  No problem!!!  In today's podcast I explain how you can achieve a great cardio stimulus without a lot of space or equipment!  Listen in to learn how!

2143 - Mindset - How Can We Create Change?

Do you want change in your life, but you're feeling defeated?  Or struggling to know how to create the change you want?  If so, in today's podcast we explore 3 steps that can help you create change in your life that will allow you to shift your life closer to what you truly want it to be!

2142 - with Meredith - 2024 Contest Prep - 5 Weeks Out

Down 3 pounds and feeeeeeling it haha.  Meredith had a great week but the diet is now starting to push her into "uncomfortable" territory!  Listen in to learn what she's working through AND how we're working through it!!!

2141 - Training - AI Generated Training Programs

Are you considering using an AI generated training program?  Do you wonder what the pros and cons of AI generated programming are?  Is it best for you, and your specific goals?  I answer all of these questions, and more, in today's podcast!

2140 - Nutrition - Setting Up a Calorie Surplus Diet for Muscle Growth

Want to ensure you're eating enough to grow without gaining unwanted body fat?  In today's podcast I discuss how to set up a personalized diet that will provide enough calories and protein for muscle growth without causing unwanted body fat gains!

2139 - Q&A - Training Structures for Chest & Back Workouts

Want some workout ideas for training your chest and back together?  We got you covered!!!  In today's podcast we share 3 workout structures that you can use to personalize your workout to best match your needs!!!  Listen in to learn more!

2138 - Mindset - Willingness to Try Something New

Are you fearful of trying a new approach?  If your current approach isn't working, and you believe you do need to move on to a new approach, BUT, you're afraid to do so... today's podcast can help!  I share 3 tips that'll help you move on to the new approach with more confidence and conviction!!!

2137 - Training - Is Running Bad For Your Knees?

Are you worried about the impact of running on your joints?  Have you heard that running is bad for joint health?  If so, in today's podcast we answer those concerns and provide steps for how to protect your joints while being able to include running into your exercise routine!

2136 - Nutrition - Setting Up a Calorie Deficit Diet for Fat Loss

Want to learn how to set up a fat loss diet for yourself or a client?  In today's podcast I teach how to determine the right calories, the appropriate deficit, and how to balance your nutrition with your activity for an overall fat loss diet approach!  Lots of great information!!!

2135 - with Meredith - 2024 Contest Prep - 6 Weeks Out

Another fun week!!!  This week we talk about food dreams, the impact of your period on a diet, and share some fun memories!!!  Lots of laughs in this one!!!

2134 - Q&A - Why Does My Weight Fluctuate Every Day?

If your body weight changing per day impacts your emotional health and/or can feel demotivating at times, this podcast can help!  In today's podcast I explain what a weight scale measures and how / why our body weight can fluctuate daily.  Better understanding the reasons for day to day change can help us better control our reactions and actions so we can stay the course and achieve our goals!

2133 - Mindset - Drink the Orange Juice

What's holding you back from reaching your goals?  What's the one thing you can never seem to get past?  In today's podcast we explore what to do when you have a seemingly immoveable object in your path.  Listen in to learn!!!