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211: The 7 Most Common Fitness Mistakes You’re Making (And What To Do About It) with Christian Thibaudeau

In this enlightening episode, you'll learn from one of the best strength coaches in the world, Christian Thibaudeau. I have been learning from Christian for over a decade and today he’ll be sharing his knowledge and common mistakes you’re making that could be preventing your progress and causing you injury. Listen Now!

210: Aaron Marino: How Shark Tank Can Change Your Life

Lifestyle expert Aaron Marino made a name for himself with the I Am Alpha M brand. His style and grooming YouTube channel has more than 1.9 million subscribers and throughout the past 10 years he has expanded his reach and was featured on the ABC’s Shark Tank. Listen as Aaron talks about his experience on Shark Tank, why he walked away from his deal and tips for building a successful brand. Listen Now!

209: 6 Fitness Secrets To Get Bigger, Leaner And Stronger

Today, I will be teaching you some of the best workout secrets I learned after seventeen years in this fitness industry and training celebrities, CEO’s of multi-million dollar companies and real people like you. There is now an overwhelming amount of information, and it has become increasingly difficult to know what works, what does not work, and what to do instead. Based on the presentation I gave recently at The 21 Convention, If you want to transform your body and your life, apply these six fitness secrets to getting bigger, leaner and stronger. Listen Now!

208: Scientific Principles Of Strength Training with Dr. Mike Israetel

In this interesting interview, Dr. Mike Israetel, a professor of Exercise Science at Temple University, coach, author, and the head consultant for Renaissance Periodization unlocks weightlifting myths, fitness fads and essential principles for better nutrition and health. If you are ready to take your strength training to next level, listen now!

207: Hal Elrod: How To Create A Morning Ritual To Supercharge Your Productivity & Career

Despite being dead for 6 minutes, in a coma for 6 days, breaking 11 bones and being told he may never walk again, Hal Elrod defied the logic of doctors and the temptations to be a victim and is now one of the highest rated keynote speakers in America, Hal is the #1 best-selling author of one of the highest rated books in the world, The Miracle Morning. Learn how Hal bounced back to prove that ALL of us are capable of overcoming extraordinary adversity to create extraordinary results in our personal and professional lives. Listen Now!

206: 6 Fitness Secrets I’ve Learned Over 17 Years As A Personal Trainer

Nobody is perfect. And neither are our fitness routine. In this episode I’ll give you my "I wish I'd known sooner" secrets for having a better, more effective and enjoyable workout. So you don't have to learn the hard way! Also, nutrition and healthy living secrets to help you be more healthier, leaner and fit. Listen Now!

205: How To Build Muscle And Mobility With Gymnastic Strength Training by Christopher Sommer

Today's guest is Coach Christopher Sommer, former US national team gymnastics coach and creator of Gymnastic Bodies. I've been testing out his training system for close to two years now and I credit it for helping me work around my neck injury in October 2014. I've been in the fitness industry for over 17 years and there are very few people that I've learned from that I can say revolutionized the way I approach working out. Coach Christopher Sommer and his Gymnastic Bodies system is one of them. Listen to Coach Sommer talk about how to structure your workouts to increase your strength, mobility and longevity with the secrets of gymnastic strength training.

Bonus Episode: 9 Life Lessons I Learned From Hurricane Matthew (and Hurricane Andrew)

Not everyone will experience the life-changing tides of a hurricane, but everyone will go through storms in their life-- and it's what we learn along the way that shapes who we become in the wake of adversity. In this episode, I’ll share what I learned from experiencing Hurricane Matthew and especially Hurricane Andrew. Listen Now!

204: Seth Blaustein: How To Be The Change You Want To See In The World

Learn a new philosophy and recipe for human flourishing—both in your own personal life and for positive global transformation. Our personal lives are composed of models and institutions—some of which may be outdated and ready to be reinvented. How many things in your life do you criticize (complain about), and what if you could learn to “criticize by creating”? That is, pouring your energy into creating positive solutions that will maximize your personal potential and contribute to a better world. Join me with the co-founder of the Voice & Exit conference and festival, Seth Blaustein, to learn how to “exit” the things in your life that are holding you back. Listen Now!

203: Dan Pardi: The Best Way To Change Your Habits

In this enlightening interview, Dan explains the psychology behind why many of us find it difficult to sustain a healthy lifestyle and how sleep is impacting your everyday decision making. Learn how to break negative behavior patterns and use technology to help you gain control of your wellbeing. Listen Now!