Ep.165 - The Power of Daily Movement with Dr. Jim Walter
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jim Walter, who brings over 30 years of combined clinical and pharmaceutical experience to the table. We dive into why less than half of Americans get regular exercise, how small daily movements can make a big impact, and practical strategies for staying active—even with a busy schedule or sedentary job. Dr. Walter shares his insights on mindful movement, unconventional ways to add activity into your life, and how we can all take more responsibility for our own health.
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Ep.164 - Doubt is only dangerous when you start doubting yourself
“Doubt is only dangerous when you start doubting yourself.” In this episode, we dive into how this powerful quote applies to fitness and life. Everyone faces doubt—whether it’s from others or from within—but the real danger is when you let it stop you from chasing your goals. I’ll break down how to turn doubt into fuel, strategies to silence self-doubt, and why believing in yourself is the most important rep you’ll ever hit.
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Ep.163 - Average is EASY
In this episode, we dive into the powerful idea that “average is easy.” When it comes to fitness and health, settling for average requires no effort—but it also delivers no real results. I’ll break down what this quote means, how it applies to your health journey, and why rejecting average is the first step toward building confidence, energy, and longevity. If you’ve been struggling to find motivation, this episode will give you the push to step off the easy path and start creating the life and body you truly want.
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Ep.163 - CEO of LightStim - Steve Marchese
Use code “FitnessBeginner” at LightStim.com for 10% off your order! Steve Marchese is a serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of leadership in wellness technology. Before founding LightStim, he built and managed a franchise empire of 155 locations across the U.S. Today, under his leadership, LightStim serves over 50,000 wellness and esthetic businesses, 20,000 franchise locations, and more than one million retail consumers, making it a household name in red light therapy. Steve is one of the few people in this space who can speak openly — and factually — about what’s really going on. Under his leadership, LightStim has become the largest U.S. manufacturer of FDA-Cleared red light devices, including the LightStim Professional LED Bed, which was born from a personal mission to save his son’s life.
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Ep.162 - How Making One Decision Completely Changed My Life
In this episode, I celebrate 2 years of sobriety and share how removing alcohol has transformed not only my health but my entire fitness journey. From better recovery and sharper focus to achieving major milestones like an Ironman, bodybuilding show, and a 100-mile ultramarathon, I break down the powerful connection between sobriety and peak performance. Whether you’re sober, sober curious, or just looking to take your fitness to the next level, this episode will inspire you to see what’s possible when you train with a clear mind and a healthy body.