Podcasts by Look Good Move Well

High Performance Foods from 2023-12-12T12:56:41

Not all calories are created equal. Here’s how to get the most nutrients with the fewest amount of calories. Swap a few high performance foods in place of your most common go-to meals, and watch...

If Your Goal is “Build More Muscle”— This One’s For Your from 2023-12-12T10:00

If you’ve ever stated “build more muscle” as one of your fitness goals, you’re in good company. But for what specifically? The person who only cares about looking great in a tank top might not l...

Our Year in Review from 2023-12-01T14:34:14

We look back on what we’ve learned about fitness, mindset, and growth this past year. What are your fitness reflections of 2023?

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75 Hard&What Comes After from 2023-12-01T10:00

As the new year gets closer, it may be tempting to take on a challenge like a short term diet, a cleanse, or a reboot like 75 Hard. But before you do, there are some helpful things to think abou...

How to Improve the QUALITY of Your Sleep from 2023-11-28T10:00

Even if you can’t improve the QUANTITY of sleep right now, you can improve the QUALITY. It’s easy to want to cut corners with your rest in order to prioritize what you deem as more productive th...

Make Your Move: Mental Frameworks for Hard Things from 2023-11-22T13:00:01

Fresh off a trip to a Tony Robbins seminar, Marcus shares what he learned about mental frameworks to help you overcome your limits. Try these tips for an immediate impact on your training, fitne...

Combating the Nuances of “Getting Older” from 2023-11-20T13:53:45

Are you in your 30’s or 40’s and starting to feel the differences in your body? Maybe your metabolism seems to be slowing down, or you feel like you can’t gain muscle as easily as you once could...

Going Viral: The Role of Controversy in What You See Online from 2023-11-17T10:00

One of our videos recently went viral, and unleashed a storm of negative comments. And this controversy is what propelled its growth in the first place. Here’s what to keep in mind about what’s ...

7 Discipline Hacks for Gym and Kitchen from 2023-11-13T13:10:13

Maintaining a fitness routine requires discipline and consistency. Over the years, I have found the ultimate discipline equation: Discipline = WHY + JOY – FRICTION. This equation emphasizes the ...

G Flux: How to Burn Fuel Faster from 2023-11-10T10:00

If you want to lose weight, you can eat less - but your energy to move may decrease. Or you can move more, and eat more to fuel your output. Which should you choose? Let’s weigh the pros and con...

How to Develop Discipline as a Skill from 2023-11-07T10:00

The “I’ll start Monday…” monologue really starts to get old and you’re left wondering what life would be like if you could just have more d...

Calorie and Macro Tracking: Practical Basics from 2023-11-03T09:00

It’s one thing to calculate your calories and macros, and another to actually track them day to day. What if you eat out? Do you really have to track every bite? Let’s answer these common questi...

Apply These 4 Business Lessons to Fitness from 2023-10-31T09:00

I have been making an effort to read more lately, and one of my recent reads was The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett. He dives into 33 incredible lessons that can be applied to any aspect of l...

The 50g Challenge: Big Breakfast, Big Results from 2023-10-26T11:59:37

It’s no secret that protein builds muscle and keeps you fuller. And here’s why front-loading your protein before 10am has even more impact. Plus: ice cream for breakfast!

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30 Health&Fitness Skills for Your 30s: A Roadmap to Longevity from 2023-10-23T15:45:25

I present to you my 30 key health and fitness skills to adopt and master while in your 30s. From movement and nutrition to lifestyle and holistic health metrics, we provide a clear roadmap to he...

Ouch! Now What? Healing From Injury in the Gym from 2023-10-20T09:00

We’re joined by FBB Master Coach Adam Fetter, DPT, who is often asked what to do when clients injure themselves. Fortunately, it doesn’t take a degree to get back to moving safely - just a few s...

5 Ways to Enjoy the Process of Life from 2023-10-17T09:00

With turning 39 recently, I’ve been thinking a lot about my life, past and future. I've realized that chasing perfection is exhausting. So, I'm letting go of that idea and focusing on getting ju...

Physical Therapy, Meet Bodybuilding from 2023-10-13T09:00

Want to get after it in the gym injury free? Us too. FBB Master Coach Adam Fetter, DPT joins today’s discussion on how Physical Therapy overlaps the Functional Bodybuilding training approach to ...

10 Steps to Great Nutrition from 2023-10-10T09:00

In this podcast episode, we're breaking down a 10-step nutrition and fitness plan that's all about keeping it real. We're talking about how to eat and train in a way that sticks, building muscle...

Effort vs. EFFORT in the Gym from 2023-10-06T09:00

It’s easy to think you’re working hard in the gym when everything kinda feels hard. But there’s a big difference between working hard and working to the maximum safe effort to grow muscle and st...

Real Fitness Advice: 10 Tips for Dads from 2023-10-03T09:00

I've had a lot of chats with new dads, and even some moms, who share this common worry: the idea of losing their grip on health and fitness. They get that taking care of themselves is not just a...

A Dozen Diets - What I Learned from 2023-09-29T09:00

Over the years I’ve experimented with a ton of nutrition approaches, from paleo to intermittent fasting to carnivore and more. Guess what? They all worked - but some better than others. Here are...

6 Hard Truths About Metcons from 2023-09-26T09:00

It took me a while to realize, but CrossFit metcons are not the secret sauce for maintaining a lean physique. Today I’ll cover six reasons why. The rush from high intensity is real - but ditchin...

One Mental Hack to Supercharge Your Training - And Your Life from 2023-09-22T09:00

What does it take to get in the best shape of your life - in the middle of a chaotic and stressful time? We break down a mental reframe that challenges assumptions and has the power to change ev...

7 Lessons From Ditching 1 Rep Maxes from 2023-09-19T09:00

In September 2017, I rebounded from injuries and burnout through Functional Bodybuilding (FBB) methods. Eight months later, I transitioned to bodybuilding, discovering insights such as load's im...

Failure in Training from 2023-09-15T09:00

Training is that strange place where we fail all the time - on purpose. Here’s what going to failure really means, and how to think about failure as a positive.

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The Truth About Fat Loss and Exercise Intensity from 2023-09-12T09:00

Why does working harder sometimes lead to disappointing results in fitness? Join us in this episode as we debunk common myths about exercise intensity and fat loss. Learn why more isn't always b...

Making Sense of Health Metrics from 2023-09-08T09:00

HRV, BMI, and RHR - are only a few of so many health and fitness metrics available to track closely. But what meaning do we assign to these numbers, and what does a healthy relationship with dat...

Animal Fat Part 2. Then VS Now from 2023-09-05T09:00

Last week I shared with you all about the concept of internal vs external health. My hope is that the big take-home message for you was that what you see on the outside doesn’t always reflect wh...

How to Win At the Globo Gym from 2023-09-01T09:00

Over the summer, we trained in conventional gyms - and observed three main areas many miss. Here’s how to avoid the most common mistakes and make serious fitness progress.

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6 Months on the Carnivore Diet: What I Learned from 2023-08-29T09:00

What happens to cholesterol, testosterone, and more when you eat animal based for 6 months straight? I’ll break down exactly what happened to me - and why you shouldn’t get sucked into nutrition...

Fit Shaming from 2023-08-23T15:52:16

It’s the other side of body shaming: comments and judgment directed at those making healthy choices to stay fit. Let’s unpack unconscious bias and explore strategies for dealing with it.

Beyond Aesthetics: How to Track Your Internal Health from 2023-08-22T09:00

Just because you look fit doesn’t mean you’re healthy. Over the years I’ve done a ton of experimenting and learning how different training, lifestyle, and nutrition choices impact my health. Her...

Shockingly Low Testosterone: A Personal Story from 2022-04-15T09:00

Yet another Instagram troll with a steroid accusation inspires Marcus to get personal about his ups and downs with testosterone. Plus, the downside of getting a diagnosis.

Blast Your Chest! Training Formats&Hitting Muscle Groups Back to Back from 2022-04-05T12:52:44

Functional Bodybuilding workouts hit different - but why exactly? One aspect is the way movements are combined to hit similar movement patterns over and over for both muscle mass and range of mo...

Functional Muscle: How to Look Good&Move Well for Decades from 2022-03-29T13:28:11

Want to look lean and muscular AND be able to jump into a new activity or sport at the drop of a hat? Want to partake of everything life has to offer without worrying about your body breaking do...

Will an Instagram Fad Diet Work For You? from 2022-03-25T09:00

Has social media served up a tempting fad diet? Before you go primal, paleo, or keto, we cover what we consider when checking the legitimacy of nutrition crazes, and how to conduct your own self...

Stressing Over Sourdough: Carbs&Body Composition from 2022-03-18T09:00

Information on carbohydrates is confusing and conflicting. But before you even worry about carbs, there are some basics to dial in first that will get you most or all of the way towards your goa...

Fat Bombs for Breakfast from 2022-03-11T10:00

You won’t find Marcus’s breakfast lining up with the Food Pyramid, or the majority of commonly held nutrition beliefs. From fat bombs to cholesterol myths to raw dairy and more, this episode wil...

Dealing With Emotional Discomfort from 2022-03-04T10:00

Honest answers to the question “what made you feel vulnerable this week?” - and what it leads to when you’re fumbling towards change. Training, nutrition, and the pursuit of better health often ...

Will a New Baby Mess Up My Gains? from 2022-02-25T10:00

A listener with a new baby on the way asks how to reset expectations so they can hang onto their hard-earned fitness progress. If you have a big life change coming, we’re talking about how to st...

Tech Tools and Ancestral Eating from 2022-02-18T10:00

If you’re looking for an edge in health or performance, sexy tech tools and apps will tempt you with the ability to track almost anything. Or are they just another screen to check? Today we’re t...

How Do You Take a Rest Day? from 2022-02-11T10:00

Rest days are for recharging - but lying on the couch won’t always make you feel better. From the science of blood flow to what to eat to hot and cold therapy, we’re laying down the details of h...

Celebrating With Sweets&Talk Therapy from 2022-02-04T10:00

What’s the deal with cookies at the office? Does every Thursday need a doughnut to mark the occasion? When the slightest celebration always involves sugar, it’s a slippery slope - so we’re talki...

Making Mobility More…Fun? from 2022-01-28T10:00

We’re answering your mobility questions today, including the difference between mobility and yoga, and whether aches and pains are normal. How should you choose exercises and structure a mobilit...

FBB vs. Competitive CrossFit from 2022-01-21T10:00

Functional Bodybuilding is all about looking good and moving well - but what if you want to compete? Today we’re talking about the missing variable for competing, and how to apply it to your tra...

Nutrition Myths - And What Actually Works from 2022-01-14T10:00

How often do you stop and reconsider everything you’ve learned about nutrition through labels, advertising, and social media? Let’s take a look at some common nutrition beliefs with a fresh eye ...

New Year Who Dis from 2022-01-07T10:00

Is it time to reinvent yourself for the new year — especially when it comes to your health and fitness? With a lens of seeing thousands of people start fresh in January, we’ll highlight the them...

Practical Protein from 2021-12-31T10:00

It's the magic macronutrient that will help you gain muscle, get lean, burn more calories, and diminish cravings. But are you really getting enough protein in your day? And how much is too much?...

Should We Strive for Comfort? Being Healthy in a Modern World from 2021-12-24T10:00

You've heard of the paleo diet...but in this episode, we're reconsidering our relationship to modern living overall and challenging our assumptions about what keeps us in good health. You don't ...

What's the Deal With the Foam Roller? Mobility&Recovery Q&A from 2021-12-17T10:00

Let's loosen up a little with some ways to increase your range of motion inside and outside of training. We'll cover how mobility can fit into your day, both ideally and realistically, so you ca...

Q&A: Befriend Your Gut from 2021-12-10T10:00

We’re answering your questions today on gut health and digestive distress. How do you know when your gut needs help, and how can we be kind to our guts? Get some simple takeaways plus advice fro...

Q&A: Training Splits, Titration&ALL the Carbs from 2021-12-03T10:00

You all had a lot of questions on carbs, so we're giving an in-depth breakdown of how to think about this macronutrient. We also cover FBB's approach to training splits, preventing sugar craving...

Q&A: Autoregulation&Turning Motivation Upside Down from 2021-11-26T10:00

Continuing our Q&A series, we're covering how to get a better feel for your training, combining running or endurance sports with Functional Bodybuilding, monetizing your passion for fitness, and...

Q&A: Diet Coke, College, Weed,&the Munchies from 2021-11-19T10:00

You've got questions and we've got answers - on eating well in a dorm, dealing with back pain, what we'd do with an extra hour in the day, and yes - sweeteners, weed, and the munchies.

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What Is a Personalized Program? from 2021-11-12T10:00

In the health and fitness landscape, there’s a lot of variety in what you’ll get when you sign up for a personalized program. Should you expect your workout to be completely unique from anyone e...

The Look Good Move Well Movement from 2021-11-05T09:00

Functional Bodybuilding is about way more than anyone training program or nutritional approach. Our lifestyle and recovery practices, the way we manage stress, and the relationships we have in o...

The Aimless Exerciser and the Vulnerable Goal from 2021-10-29T09:00

You don’t have to treat the gym as your main hobby to get powerful results. But you do need to approach your sessions with purpose and consistency if you really want to make a change. Today we c...

Sleep Right and Stay Tight from 2021-10-22T09:00

Most bodybuilders know that good quality sleep is non-negotiable for maximum aesthetic gains. But can you still perform well in the gym if you're a little short on Z's, or should you dial it bac...

Special Episode With Ben Patrick (@kneesovertoesguy) from 2021-10-15T09:00

Today I'm joined by my friend and special guest Ben Patrick, who has gotten thousands of people out of knee pain and is a dedicated athlete, coach, and business owner. We're discussing how we le...

Shiny Objects and the Long Game from 2021-10-08T09:00

With a new Cardio Challenge coming to our Persist program, we revisit the theme of endless options in the fitness landscape and how to choose what to bring into your training. When do you stay w...

Calculating Macros: Breakdown and Tips from 2021-10-01T09:00

Ever use a macro calculator to dial in your nutrient intake or understand your daily calorie requirements? Despite those precise-looking numbers, arriving at a formula that works for your real l...

Should Staying Lean Feel Easy? from 2021-09-24T09:00

If you’re past the point of an aggressive weight loss plan, you may be wondering what it takes to sustain a lean physique. Does it have to be a daily struggle with hunger, cravings, and food pre...

Being in Pain to Train from 2021-09-17T09:00

We all expect that training in the gym will be less comfortable than sitting on the couch. But where’s the line between discomfort and pain, and is “no pain no gain” really true? If you’re worki...

Make Cardio Less Hardio from 2021-09-07T20:48:29

The best kind of aerobic training is NOT the kind that makes you part ways with your breakfast or pound your joints to a pulp. Learn the FBB Formula for Cardio Success and you too can learn to l...

Stretchy and Flexy from 2021-09-03T09:00

You might think of mobility work as a separate activity from training - but we’re here to show you how to get into beautiful back squats and other compromising positions by strength training in ...

Discipline, Motivation, and Freedom from 2021-08-27T09:00

It’s time to train but the call of the couch is strong - what do you tell yourself to get on your feet? Even the most advanced athletes struggle with discipline and motivation sometimes - so tod...

Discipline, Motivation, and Freedom from 2021-08-27T09:00

It’s time to train but the call of the couch is strong - what do you tell yourself to get on your feet? Even the most advanced athletes struggle with discipline and motivation sometimes - so tod...

How to Program Functional Bodybuilding from 2021-08-20T09:00

If you’ve ever done a full Functional Bodybuilding workout or training program, you’ve probably noticed there’s a lot going on - from the movement selection to the tempos to the way the conditio...

Body Dysmorphia and Aesthetic Goals from 2021-08-13T09:00

We've all experienced a degree of shame or self-consciousness around our bodies. And while therapy is where to turn if this seriously impacts your daily life, the way we see our bodies has treme...

Cook Fast! Easy Meal Prep Basics from 2021-08-06T09:00

You don't have to give up your weekend work all day in the kitchen to make tasty, nourishing food. We'll walk you through a system for fast meal prep any time you need it. Learn these basics and...

From Pain to World Class Athlete from 2021-07-30T09:00

The fitness and health industry is usually segmented into specifics: physical therapy for injuries, nutritionists, trainers, and more. And while specialists will continue to have their place, mo...

Getting the CrossFit Athlete Look from 2021-07-23T09:00

The world of CrossFit exposed a lot of people to a physique that had seldom been seen before: lean, muscular, and powerful bodies for both male and female athletes. If you started training to lo...

Two Nutritional Foundations Anyone Can Do from 2021-07-16T09:00

Let’s take nutrition back to the basics with two simple practices that will instantly upgrade your eating. Before you bust out the calculators, go keto, and download a fasting app, circle back t...

Getting Functional at the Globo Gym from 2021-07-09T14:55:15

We’re coming full circle from growing up with conventional gyms to the stripped-down CrossFit box, where “globo gym” is a bit of a dirty word. Now with the purchase of some new machines for the ...

One to One vs. One to Many from 2021-07-02T09:00

If you’re transitioning from having a personal coach into a group program or the other away around, what expectations should you have and how can you make it a success? Today we’re talking about...

A Day of Games Training - 5 Years Later from 2021-06-25T13:42:21

Marcus often gets the question of how he would do now in the CrossFit Games after retiring from competitive fitness. So he took on a day of training and eating straight from his journal when he ...

Underrated/Overrated: Training from 2021-06-18T09:00

Following up on the Nutrition version of this topic, we're weighing in on minimalist training shoes, max effort lifting, fasted cardio, and more. What's totally overrated, and what should you tr...

Underrated/Overrated: Nutrition from 2021-06-11T09:00

We're hitting you today with nutrition themes and our opinion on whether to skip them or give them a go. Should you incorporate cheat meals, time nutrients around training, or swap a big gooey b...

Values Factor, Fitness Edition from 2021-06-04T09:00

Has anyone ever told you that you care about fitness too much? Today we’re talking about unexpected benefits and experiences around prioritizing fitness in your life. Make your own rules, leave ...

All Out Athletes vs. 85% from 2021-05-28T09:00

Do you hit every workout as hard as you can in pursuit of top end strength, or pull back to prioritize quality and full range of motion? As we enter a new training cycle in Persist, we break dow...

The Value in Fitness Benchmarks from 2021-05-21T09:00

You don’t have to be a competitive athlete to find value in testing your fitness from time to time. As we head into a Benchmark week in the Persist training program, we recall our scariest tests...

Onward From Injury from 2021-05-14T09:00

If you’ve ever had a tweak or injury creep up, it can be scary, disappointing, and leave you unsure where to turn. We’re here with some overlooked areas to help you heal. Come learn about evalua...

The Health Nut In Your House from 2021-05-07T09:00

As a health and fitness enthusiast, do you ever feel like a loner in your own home? Making changes to your nutrition and exercise habits is hard to begin with, but even more complicated when the...

Transparency and Training from 2021-04-30T09:00

Following up on the “Natty or Not” episode, today we’re talking about transparency in the fitness industry. Nobody wants the wool pulled over their eyes when they buy a training or nutrition pro...

The Geezer Group from 2021-04-22T20:16:11

We all want to defy the odds and head into our later years fantastically fit. But not only do our bodies change, our lives get more complex - which means less energy to chase PRs, and more stres...

Natty or Not from 2021-04-16T09:00

Today we’re having a very honest conversation about a frequent accusation - that athletes who look good, perform well, or both must be using performance enhancing drugs to get an edge. But befor...

What Do I Eat? Well, Why Do You Ask? from 2021-04-09T09:00

We asked the question behind the very common question of what Marcus eats: why do so many people ask, and what takeaways are they applying for themselves? Make more sense of macros and calories ...

The Last Supper from 2021-04-02T09:00

You know the feeling - you start eating cookies and then you may as well eat them all, and get “back on track” tomorrow as if it’s the last cookies you’ll ever have. Why does it happen, and what...

Tracking Macros: Awareness Vs. Change from 2021-03-26T09:00

When it comes to nutrition, the numbers often tell a different story than our perception of how much or little we eat, and whether our approach is working. Today we dig into the gap between what...

Crossing Over From CrossFit from 2021-03-19T14:22:54

Many athletes found Functional Bodybuilding after coming from the CrossFit world - because constantly varied training has its limits. What can you expect from Functional Bodybuilding that's diff...

Functional Bodybuilding&the Open from 2021-03-12T10:00

If you come from a CrossFit background you're likely familiar with the Open. Drawing on Marcus's extensive competitive and coaching background, we'll cover how Functional Bodybuilding intersects...

Kettlebell Crazy from 2021-03-05T15:31:48

The kettlebell has evolved from fringe training tool to household fitness staple - so we're talking about how to get the most from your minimalist training. From pre-hab or rehabbing injuries, t...

Program Hopping Pleasures and Pitfalls from 2021-02-26T10:00

Have you ever been in a training program with different tracks, and haven’t been sure which to choose - so you choose them all? Or have you  Listen

Why I’m Not Your Guru - Becoming a Thinking Athlete from 2021-02-19T10:00

What do you do when you’ve been seduced by a training method or nutrition craze, only to find yourself questioning why your shoulders are still jacked u...

How the Functional Bodybuilding Business Began, Part 2 from 2021-02-12T10:00

Following up from our last episode, today we talk through the business decisions we made over time in transitioning from a 12-week online fitness program into an ongoing group subscription model...

How the Functional Bodybuilding Business Began, Part One from 2021-02-05T10:00

If you're curious about how Revival Strength and Functional Bodybuilding got started, we're sharing the story of how our business partnership began along with a few practical takeaways. How did ...

Progressive Overload - Beyond PRs from 2021-01-29T10:00

The feeling of getting stronger and fitter is what motivates many people to keep coming back to the gym. But we all know there's a limit to how much we can lift. Aside from adding more weight to...

Self Talk in Training from 2021-01-22T10:00

Coming face to face with a tough workout or competition brings up anxiety and fear for everyone. So what can you actually do to make it better? Today we're talking about the moment Marcus wanted...

S10E12: Questions, Misconceptions,&Unpopular Opinions from 2021-01-15T15:45:09

We're wrapping up the season by responding to some of your most frequent questions on training and nutrition - with some unexpected answers. Learn why bicep curls won't always grow yo...

S10E11: Periodization in Training from 2021-01-08T10:00

Athletes with backgrounds in seasonal sports know how training adjusts throughout the year depending on when peak performance is needed. But where does periodization fit in for the general popul...

S10E10: Make a 2021 Comeback - Without Falling On Your Face from 2021-01-01T13:52:11

2020 is finally OVER! You might be feeling extra pumped about a fresh start - but we can't erase the past months and jump back into fitness and nutrition at warp speed. Build consistency you can...

S10E9: The Path to Intuitive Eating from 2020-12-25T10:00

Want to live a life free from carefully tracking your calories and macronutrients? A worthy goal - and investing in some good data collection first will help set you up for success. Today we're ...

S10E8: Functional Bodybuilding, Minimalist Style from 2020-12-18T10:00

How to get a lot when you only have a little? That's the ultimate question when it comes to training in the era of pandemic-related gym shutdowns. Keep growing, evolving, and getting better with...

S10E7: Getting Advanced - Cycling Calories and Macronutrients from 2020-12-11T10:00

The majority of people will get terrific results simply by hitting the same caloric or macronutrient targets consistently. But for those who have it down and want the extra edge, eating differen...

S10E6: Observing the Observer from 2020-12-04T13:26:08

When you hit mental and emotional walls that steer you away from your training and nutrition plans, how do you get back on track? Whether it's an anxious moment around indulgent food or a belief...

S10E4: Aerobic Bodybuilding - Where Strength Meets Endurance from 2020-11-20T10:00

Mashing strength and conditioning together doesn’t always work - so how can you accomplish both effectively, without losing your gains or your endurance? Today we cover the Aerobic Bodybuilding ...

S10E4: Aerobic Bodybuilding - Where Strength Meets Endurance from 2020-11-20T10:00

Mashing strength and conditioning together doesn’t always work - so how can you accomplish both effectively, without losing your gains or your endurance? Today we cover the Aerobic Bodybuilding ...

S10E3: Breathe, Mother---! from 2020-11-13T10:00

You don’t need to use special breathing tactics to get an effective workout. But if you find yourself seeing stars during heavy slow lifts, or struggling with your breathing during conditioning ...

S10E2: When Your Nutrition Knowledge No Longer Works from 2020-11-05T17:59:15

Ever gotten lean on a calorie deficit, then wondered why it stopped working? When Plan A no longer works, it's time for some self awareness - and perhaps trying something that will push you outs...

S10E1: Training Pitfalls - And How to Avoid Them from 2020-10-30T09:00

It's all new-season, a new episode, and a new voice on the podcast. My business partner and marketing director, Satya Khan, and I are talking about how to avoid turns in your training that can l...

S9E12: What Does Functional Bodybuilding Mean to You? from 2020-10-09T09:00

As we close our 9th season and say goodbye to Misbah, we look back at how Functional Bodybuilding has evolved as a training method where you don’t have to do it just one way. Whether ...

S9E11: Calories In, Calories Out from 2020-10-02T13:26:31

It sounds so simple - but does it work to change your body simply by burning more calories than you eat? Energy in is impacted by more than just your food. And energy out is more nuanced than yo...

S9E10: The Perfect Amount of Protein from 2020-09-25T09:00

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S9E9: Body Composition Training: Male vs. Female Designs from 2020-09-18T09:00

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S9E8: Metabolism Misconceptions from 2020-09-11T09:00

Do you take it as a given that your metabolism will slow down in your 30s, 40s, and beyond? Dig a little deeper with us as we examine the myths and misconceptio...

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S9E7: Just Give Me My Macros - Pt Two: What Works For You from 2020-09-04T04:10:05

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S9E6: Just Give Me My Macros - Pt One: Calculating Calories from 2020-08-28T09:00

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S9E5: Nutrition for Performance vs. Aesthetics from 2020-08-21T09:00

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S9E4: Effective Online Coaching from 2020-08-14T09:00

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S9E3: 12 Months With One Dumbbell from 2020-08-07T09:00

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S9E2: Conditioning for Aesthetics vs. Performance from 2020-07-31T09:00

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S9E1: Intermittent Fasting for Health from 2020-07-24T09:00

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When It's Time to Pivot from 2020-06-12T09:00

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S8E12: Lessons From Lockdown - The Wrap Up from 2020-06-05T04:25:50

As gyms reopen around the world and quarantine comes to an end, we're reflecting on the biggest takeaways. Shaking up your routine has a way of bringing priorities into focus - will you change a...

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S8E11: Athlete Responsibility from 2020-05-29T09:00

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S8E10: Three Phase Nutrition Assessment from 2020-05-22T13:57:38

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S8E9: Limited Training Time Blueprints from 2020-05-15T13:46:12

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S8E8: Rapid Fire Q&A from 2020-05-08T14:29:03

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S8E7: Re-Opening in a Pandemic from 2020-05-01T09:00

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S8E6: When Obesity is On the Table from 2020-04-24T09:00

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S8E5: What Works Well When Coaching Online from 2020-04-17T09:00

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S8E4: Now is Your Chance to Change from 2020-04-10T14:45:21

Feeling bored with staying at home, or finding new windows of time now that your commute is gone? These unique circumstances are the perfect opportunity to direct energy toward the things you’ve...

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S8E3: Eating Well While Upended from 2020-04-03T09:00

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S8E2: Home Workouts: Beyond the Burpees from 2020-03-27T09:00

As the #stayhome movement attempts to fill the fitness gaps with bodyweight workouts and burpees, you may be struggling with motivation or the logistics ...

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S8E1: In Crisis Mode, We Train So We Can Grow from 2020-03-20T09:00

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S7E12: Intermittent Fasting - The Real Deal from 2020-03-13T09:00

Go beyond the buzzwords and learn exactly what intermittent fasting is all about....

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S7E11: Nasal Breathing in Training from 2020-03-06T10:00

Why use nasal breathing in your aerobic training, and how do you get started? Br...

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S7E10: Your Biggest Lesson From Fitness from 2020-02-28T07:15:02

Working on improving your fitness carries over to many different aspects of life...

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S7E9: Use Your Learning Style for Fitness&Nutrition Change from 2020-02-21T10:00

Surge ahead in building great foundational habits by using the learning methods ...

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S7E8: Taking Good Health Too Far from 2020-02-14T10:00

When a perfect organic diet and hours of exercise are taken to an extreme, it pu...

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S7E7: The Group Fitness Model: Fun vs. Results from 2020-02-07T07:20:22

Of course you can have some of both - but a recent Morning Chalk Up op-ed got us talki...

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S7E6: Escaping the Comparison Trap from 2020-01-31T07:31:11

We will all encounter a day when our best effort does not look the same as it was ...

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S7E5: Muscle Mass Madness from 2020-01-24T10:00

When we asked what's on your mind, many of you had the same response: MUSCLES. So if you just plain wanna get jacked, what's the best way to go? From what and how much to eat, to macronutrient...

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S7E4: Nutrition for Kids - Or the Kid in All of Us from 2020-01-17T10:00

Good luck educating your three year old on why they should calmly put the cookie down....

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S7E3: The Happy Middle Training Plan from 2020-01-10T10:00

So you've come to terms with the fact that you're not a professional athlete. But you still want to keep a higher than average fitness level. How do you ramp it up for the occasional throwdown with...

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S7E2: Social Pressures Around Food, Alcohol, and Training from 2020-01-03T10:00

Walking into temptation is unavoidable when making lifestyle changes for better health and performance. Navigating drink offers, pressure to jump into a group workout, or bowls of peanut M&M's is a...

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S7E1: Resolutions With a Twist from 2019-12-27T10:00

Some are tempted to go big with New Year’s resolutions that are long gone by June. Or end up reaching goals, only to feel disappointed. In this episode, we dig further into the traditional approach...

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Special Episode; John Berardi, Part Two: Earning and Applying Knowledge - For Maximum Impact from 2019-12-20T10:00

Picking up from Part One of this special episode, we return to our conversation with John Berardi on exploring the limits of what you know so it no longer limits your progress. In addition to expan...

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Special Episode: John Berardi, Part One: Unique Gifts, Limiting Factors, and the Space Between from 2019-12-13T10:00

John Berardi, Co-Founder of Precision Nutrition and author of Change Makers, joins us on this two-part special episode. Whether you seek to improve your career, your training, or specifically your ...

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Krista Scott Dixon, Part 2: Simple is the Strongest Path from 2019-12-06T07:01:28

You may not want to hear it, but the explanation for not looking and feeling the way you want is usually more simple than you suspect. But the good news is that you can change it - if you appreciat...

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Talking Nutrition With Krista Scott Dixon, Part 1: Evidence and Awareness from 2019-11-29T10:00

Krista Scott Dixon, PhD., of Precision Nutrition joins us in this two part special episode to share the most effective ways to learn how to eat for your needs. Coming from an academic background, s...

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S6E12: Shouldn't I Be Shredded By Now? from 2019-11-22T10:00

It can be disheartening to look at other athletes' bodies and wonder why you don't look like them. Today's listener question is from someone who's doing most things right - training hard, eating we...

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S6E11: Aging and Training - The Later Years from 2019-11-15T10:00

Sexy 80 year old wannabees, listen up! As we age, what can we expect in terms of how our bodies feel and respond to training - and what can we do that’s within our control to stay active and feel a...

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S6E10: How Much High Intensity for Health? from 2019-11-08T10:00

For the regular Joe or Jane with a 9-5 job, how much high intensity is appropriate for health and longevity? This episode delivers some food for thought around research studies - as well as real ta...

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S6E9: Rhythm of the Night (Shift) from 2019-11-01T09:00

Consistent rhythms of sleep, training, and nutrition are essential for great fitness and body composition - but what if your schedule is upside down from shift work or other factors? This episode i...

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S6E8: Will More Muscle Ups Make You Happy? from 2019-10-25T09:00

Does your happiness and fulfillment shift based on how many muscle ups you can do? Changes in our priorities and subsequently, our bodies' abilities can reshape our sense of identity and even affec...

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S6E7: An Extra Thirty Minutes from 2019-10-18T09:00

If you had extra time in your day, what would be the most impactful way to spend it to help your health, fitness, or longevity? Today's listener question got the gears turning and we cover areas to...

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S6E6: Think Fast (Food) from 2019-10-11T09:00

If the drive through window is a regular part of your routine, today’s episode is for you. What do you do when you want to be fit, but all your friends eat fast food? Or maybe your significant othe...

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Special Episode: All About Awakening from 2019-10-04T09:00

Looking back at Awaken Training Series, we’re covering the key themes of Functional Bodybuilding as they’ve evolved over time. If you or your clients are still looking for ways to improve movement ...

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S6E5 - High Touch Coaching in the Digital Age from 2019-09-27T09:00

Today we take you through the ins and outs of virtual coaching, which can be highly rewarding for both coach and client with the evolution of technology. Still, there are points to consider when yo...

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S6E4: The Magic Macro Balance from 2019-09-20T09:00

If one diet approach worked for everyone, we’d all be ripped to shreds. But as you probably know, it ain’t as easy as 1-2-3. That said, let’s say you’re searching for the perfect carb to protein an...

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S6E3: I Hear You from 2019-09-13T09:00

As health and fitness coaches, we try to walk next to our clients and help them uncover their own potential for growth, whether through their training or their life experiences outside the gym. Men...

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S6E2: When Hip Homework Becomes a Full Time Job from 2019-09-06T09:00

It starts off with the best intentions - you realize you've got an imbalance, or a limited mobility issue. Your coach gives you some exercises, or you find some online fixes, or you see a physical ...

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S6E1: Peanut M&Ms, Broscience Fads, and Booze from 2019-08-30T09:00

Welcome to Season Six, where we kick things off with a rapid-fire question series on guilty pleasures, alcohol, and what fitness trends we wish would die. Want to hear what happens when we go hog w...

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Special Episode: Guide to Your Gut, Part Two from 2019-08-23T09:00

In the continuation of our two-part special episode on gut health, we dive into Marcus's personal experience with gut health protocols as well as what areas you can look at for yourself if you want...

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Special Episode: Guide to Your Gut, Part One from 2019-08-16T09:00

In this two-part special episode, we're giving your gut some love to start to draw connections between your hugely important digestive function and your body composition, sleep, recovery, and overa...

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Look Good Move Well Special Episode with Dr. Teddy Willsey, DPT from 2019-08-09T09:00

Marcus Filly sits down with Dr. Teddy Willsey (@strengthcoachtherapy), to talk about staying in the training game for the long haul. How do you avoid injuries and be able to keep up big lifting num...

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S5E12: The Future of Functional Bodybuilding from 2019-08-02T09:00

In this episode finale, we take a big picture look at the place of Functional Bodybuilding in fitness. See how changes to how we talk about training and changes to the approach we take with clients...

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S5E11: Functional Bodybuilding in Groups from 2019-07-26T09:00

Tons of gyms out there are implementing more Functional Bodybuilding in a group format - terrific! But using movements that require more thought and careful execution can pose some challenges in a ...

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S5E10: HIIT Me With Your Best Shot from 2019-07-19T09:00

Have you ever heard the misconception that if only you crank up the high intensity, you’ll get shredded and stay that way in a few short minutes per week? Unfortunately, High Intensity Interval Tra...

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S5E9: Green Means Go: Benchmarks for Training Volume and Intensity from 2019-07-12T08:03:44

Let's say you're crushing life outside the gym, like today's listener submission. Nutrition is on point, training is going well, and you're even meditating daily, you rock star. How much can you sa...

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S5E8: It's OK For the Gym to Come First from 2019-07-05T09:00

Today’s listener question leads us to challenge some assumptions. When you’re trying to fit in work, friends, and family AND get a great night’s sleep and get more out of your gym sessions, it m...

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S5E7: Get Conditioned - Without Getting Crushed from 2019-06-28T09:00

Make no mistake, you’ve got to push to see results from your fitness. But this episode shows you what’s between 0 and 100 so you can take an intelligent approach to your conditioning. Consistency m...

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S5E6: Training While Trekking from 2019-06-21T09:00

What do you do when you value your fitness and a healthy lifestyle, but also want to travel and taste the far corners of the world? Today’s listener question gives us the opportunity to take a step...

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S5E5: Eat to Perform vs. Look Good Move Well from 2019-06-14T09:00

What are the differences in a nutritional profile for a competitive athlete vs. someone who wants to look good, enjoy training, and have energy and mental focus throughout the day? There are simila...

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S5E4: Getting Back to That Feeling from 2019-06-07T09:00

When you've lost that lovin' feeling for training, give this episode a listen for some insights into why it happens and how to get out of your funk. Often athletes get stuck in the picture of what ...

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S5E3: What About the Cool-down? from 2019-05-31T09:00

We get a lot of questions about cool-downs, including today's listener submission. But first, let's get clear on whether you're looking for a true cool-down to transition your body and mind away fr...

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S5E2: Nobody Gets Bored of Looking Good from 2019-05-24T09:00

Has a client ever come at you with an unrealistic expectation? Maybe to hit it hard and shed pounds fast, with who knows what going on in the kitchen and elsewhere in their lives? Today we answer a...

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S5E1: Becoming a Career Coach from 2019-05-17T09:00

We often get asked for advice from passionate fitness enthusiasts who want to craft a career out of coaching. Certifications are great, but you should also pursue ways to deeply connect with your c...

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S4E12: When Fear is Here to Help from 2019-04-26T09:00

What’s the hardest feat you’ve ever accomplished? As Marcus shares in recounting some of his hardest tests as an athlete, being wracked with nerves, anxiety, and fear is extremely uncomfortable. In...

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S4E11: Secret Recovery Weapons from 2019-04-19T09:00

Want our list of secret recovery weapons? Number five will shock you! Just kidding - but you may be surprised that our favorite recovery methods do not involve foam rolling, bands, or mobility rout...

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S4E10: A Very Bulky Episode from 2019-04-12T09:00

Clean bulk? Dirty bulk? Recomp? Today we take a question from a listener who just wants to lose those love handles, and we'll carve through the confusion on bulking and cutting. If you want to look...

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S4E9: The Case of the Niggling Shoulder from 2019-03-29T10:00

Got aches and pains? Who doesn’t? Despite this extremely common side effect of training (and life in general), fixing bothersome pains isn’t so simple. Today we explore the ideal scenario of workin...

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S4E8: Movement Play for Busy Grownups from 2019-03-22T10:00

To keep the joy alive in your fitness, it’s worthwhile to include time to play and explore new movements and skills. But most of us are so busy we can barely hang on to our schedules of getting in ...

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S4E7: Pre-Fatigue in Training from 2019-03-15T10:00

We all know that warming up is essential for a successful training session, but it’s tempting to skim through preparations to “save yourself” for the parts that excite you the most. When you bring ...

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S4E6: Social Creatures and Individual Design from 2019-03-08T11:00

Many of our individual design clients have this question that a listener also voices: what do you do when you crave the the motivation and fun that comes with the community aspect of a gym, while a...

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S4E5: When Your Spouse is Stuck On the Couch from 2019-03-01T11:00

Have you poked someone you love lately…into getting to the gym? Being passionate about health and fitness is terrific - until you turn into “that guy” (or girl) who oversteps when trying to encoura...

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S4E4: Bodyweight Movement Bonanza from 2019-02-22T11:00

Simple equals strong! So what’s the role of bodyweight movements in a strength and conditioning program? Controlling your own body is an important benchmark before adding load with weights, and it ...

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S4E3: Choosing a Coach from 2019-02-15T11:00

When you’re looking for a guide for your health and fitness, be sure to choose someone who can not only write a great program for you but also be there to support your growth as a person. What shou...

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S4E2: Movement Pattern Power from 2019-02-08T11:00

Today we’re digging into program design with the differences between bodybuilding, CrossFit, and the Functional Bodybuilding approach. We’ll cover some key differences between focusing on movement ...

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S4E1: Making Morning Workouts Work from 2019-02-01T17:00

Despite our best intentions, evening workouts can get eaten up by work time or family obligations. Moving training time to the morning can help make your health a priority. But not all of us are cu...

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S3E12: Shift Work and Training from 2018-12-14T17:00

Lots of our listeners work long shifts with down time in between, or have full-on workdays that make tough training feel like too much. How do you develop awareness of what your body needs and find...

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S3E11: Keto, Yes Or No? from 2018-12-07T17:00

Before you go keto, start intermittent fasting, or take on any popular diet, check these basics off your list to make sure you have sustainable habits down first. Diets come and go, but healthy pra...

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