Forged FATHER FM
By Forged FATHER FM
Forged FATHER FMMay 05, 2020
153 | Forging Your Path & TURNING PRO (GUEST EPISODE)
In this episode, I was a guest on the "Super Human Life Podcast".
We discuss what it was like training for and competing with the best athletes in the world at the Crossfit games Where my confidence and faith in self is found, Why men need to seek mentorship and learn humility, how to develop your MVP., what it's like raising 4 girls and why he's excited about the 5th baby on the way, and the "Dad Bod" agenda that's being pushed on us, plus so much more.
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152 | STRONG By Design (Guest Podcast)
In the episode, I was a guest on the “STRONG By DESIGN” podcast.
As a life-long high-performance athlete, man-maker, and transformation specialist, I’m on a mission to destroy the dad bod and help busy men stop living mediocre life.
As a father of 4 daughters, I understand the demands of life and how easy it is to stop pursuing greatness and get lost in the daily grind.
Life is hard, but giving up yourself is only going to make it harder.
It is time to get lean, strong, and more energized so you can be your BEST for your family.
Enjoy the episode…
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151 | Does Your Wife SUPPORT YOU?
DOES YOUR WIFE SUPPORT YOU WITH THE DECISIONS YOU MAKE?
Let’s unpack this…
Something I’ve gotten from guys I speak with on the phone a time or two has been…
“I've got to run it by the wife…. I need to talk this all over with the boss… my wife makes all of the financial decisions…"
I always find these types of responses interesting for a number of reasons.
In this episode, I break down why and I also discuss the difference between SUPPORT and PERMISSION and how it’s critical to your success.
Especially when it comes to YOU making big decisions for yourself.
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150 | The 5 Daily DISCIPLINES
In this episode, I talk about and share what the 5 Daily DISCIPLINES are and how they've helped me get back control of my life as a Dad, Husband, and Professional.
Not only have they helped me, but they've also helped 100's of other dads reconnect with their wives and kids, get consistent with their health and fitness, and level up as a professional.
Truth be told, these 5 daily "NON-NEGOTIABLES" saved my marriage and they are the rock that has helped build the Forged Father movement into what it is today.
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149 | Don’t Let The PAST Control The PRESENT
In this episode, I speak about how my PAST FAILURES and OLD IDENTITY used to have so much control over my mindset and how I’d act in the present moment daily.
You’ll hear a story I’ve shared in past episodes about how I was a “MENTAL P*SSY” and what I did to finally overcome this.
I also share a scary situation that went down in our home just the night prior to recording this episode.
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148 | An Interview With My DAD
In this episode, I sit down and have a solid conversation with my dad, Scott Stoetzel.
My dad is one of the most amazing men I know and I'm truly blessed and grateful to be able to call him 'DAD".
He's taught me a lot of lessons and I'm excited to share this conversation with him in this episode that spoke a lot about hard work, selflessness, and just being a great MAN.
Listen in...
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147 | EARNING YOUR EDGE
We’re well into the NEW YEAR and things are off and running.
The “interested” have probably already given up while the COMMITTED… we're just doing our thing.
In this episode, I talk about the importance of focusing on the PROCESS and NOT the RESULTS and how doing so will get you to your goals much faster than not.
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146 | Decide On Your Difficulty
DECIDE ON YOUR DIFFICULTY…
From NO KIDS… to 4 KIDS
Life was “easy” before kids.
More time for yourself.
Younger.
I could rattle off a bunch of things but it WOULDN’T BE 100% TRUE.
More about why in a sec…
Fast forward 10+ years later.
Life with FOUR girls…
I could easily say “Life is so HARD!”
And I wouldn’t be lying about that either.
Truth is, life BEFORE kids wasn’t easy and life with kids isn’t either.
Life is DIFFICULT no matter what.
In this episode and share with you WHY this is and how to DECIDE on the right difficulty in life.
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145 | 8 Keys To REAL Change & Transformation
The truth is... most men will FAIl with their new year's resolutions.
In this episode, I'll share with you WHY this is and I'll also share with you HOW to make sure you avoid being one of the many.
I have 8 PROVEN KEYS that will lead to real change and transformation.
Listen in and take these keys and implement them into your lifestyle.
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144 | 10 Years of Marriage - 10 Big LESSONS
In this episode, I talk about what I've learned from being married to my beautiful wife Audrea now for 10 years!
Lots of great lessons to share.
Listen in and let me know if any of these resonate.
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143 | David's Journey To Becoming A Stronger Father, Husband, & Man
In this episode, I interview David who has just completed 16 weeks in the Forged Father and also WON our annual "Summer Games" challenge.
Since starting the program he's gotten stronger, leaner, and has improved in every area of his fitness.
What’s more impressive are the changes he's made INTERNALLY with his mentality.
He's more patient, focused, and as he'll talk about, more AWARE of his inner self-talk which has helped him make an amazing change overall.
Listen to his story of how he’s been able to dial things in over the past couple of months and how he's really only just getting started.
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142 | Busy 46 Year Old Firefighter Drops 40+ Lbs & Gets Shredded & Strong
In this episode, I interview Casey who has just completed 16 weeks in the Forged Father.
Since starting he’s dropped over 40 lbs and has gotten down to a lean and mean 12% body fat.
What’s more impressive is his gains in physical strength and overall performance as a firefighter.
Casey has become an absolute beast and at 46 years young, will tell you he feels amazing.
Listen to his story of how he’s been able to dial things in despite past injuries and a super stressful and demanding job as a firefighter.
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141 | The 4 A's To ASCENSION
Want to know what it takes to MASTER your inner self so you can ASCEND in life?
In this episode I share a simple framework that's PROVED to be a very powerful tool in helping 100's of men transform their lives.
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140 | Busy Police Officer, Married Father Of Two GETS SHREDDED!
In life, you have EXCUSES and you have RESULTS.
A man's gotta choose between the two.
For Steve, he chose RESULTS.
Listen in as this busy police officer who works a rotating shift that has, for years, thrown his body for a loop, finally took control of his NUTRITION and thus, has been able to achieve the absolute BEST RESULTS of his life in just 4 short months.
Steve is now more energized, fit, and the leanest he's ever been in a DECADE!
And with his newfound progress, he's committed to running his first Spartan BEAST race, which is a 13+ mile race that features 30+ obstacles.
Steve is now well into his 40's and PROVES that it can be done when you choose RESULTS over EXCUSES.
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139 | Busy Lawyer Gets JACKED - Funsho's Forged FATHER Success Story
Do you want to be just another REGULAR, COMMON dude, or do you want to stand out and be the UNCOMMON man.
Funsho said he was done being a "COMMON MAN" when he made the decision to join us within The Forged FATHER months ago when he said enough was enough.
Since then, he's made an amazing transformation.
Dropped 25 lbs of Fat Growing out of his suits because he's gotten so "JACKED" Gotten STRONG as hell Chases his kids around until THEY GET TIRED Earn backed his CONFIDENCE Attracted NEW clients because he STANDS OUTBest of all...
He's set himself up for LONG TERM RESULTS and has become a better man all around.
And at the time we did this podcast, Funsho was only a few days away from becoming a GIRL DAD by welcoming in his 3rd child, a daughter!
Amazing times ahead!
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138 | 63 Years YOUNG!!! How This "GRANDFATHER" Is DOMINATING And Living His BEST Life Possible
At the time of this recording, Ed was a few weeks from turning 64 years YOUNG.
Most dads like to say "I'm getting too old" once they hit 40, but that's just a story.
If that's what YOU want to believe, you'll GET OLD and you'll definitely start to FEEL OLD.
You're as YOUNG as you THINK YOU ARE.
It's because when you THINK a certain way, you'll typically LIVE LIFE in accordance to how you think.
For guys like Ed, he gets it.
Life’s too short to let age hold him back.
When you MAKE THE TIME to move and train your body, you’ll get and keep your body strong…
When you MAKE THE TIME to nourish your body with good food, you’ll have more energy and you’ll feel great…
When you MAKE THE TIME for YOURSELF, you’ll tend to SHOW UP BETTER for others.
Life can be full of excuses if you let it, don’t let age be one of them!
BIG RESPECT to Ed!
He's done nothing else but PUT IN THE WORK AND FOLLOW THE PLAN THAT'S BEEN BUILT FOR HIM.
His level of fitness is VERY IMPRESSIVE and it's really not much of a surprise...
The DUDE just gets it done!
I can't wait to see where he's going to be after another year...
Either way, what a great inspiration and example to all of us younger guys on how to be!
The future awaits!
Start LIVING IT NOW.
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137 | From A "Some Day" Guy To A "TODAY IS THE DAY!" Guy - Nick's Success Story
A great interview with Nick who's grown a tremendous amount since being in the program.
A father of 4 kids with a busy professional life to attend to and a wife to keep happy, things are NOT always easy for Nick BUT he's made it happen.
Since joining the program Nick's shred off a ton of body fat, gotten a whole lot stronger, has won local Crossfit competitions, and it's all just getting started.
Listen in to his story.
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136 | From Busy, Burned Out & Injured To Strong, SHREDDED & The In The BEST Shape Of His Life - Eitel's SUCCESS Story
This is an amazing interview I had with my man Eitel, who's gotten absolutely RIPPED.
Coming up on 46 years young...
Married with 3 kiddos.
Is a very BUSY but DRIVEN and highly SUCCESSFUL professional.
Used to run off of 6 cups of coffee, sometimes MORE...
Would hit 5-6 90 minute training sessions / week, sometimes with extra cardio...
Was eating a super low carb diet with intermittent fasting...
Had "brain fog" daily and …couldn’t focus clearly.
Body was banged up and sustained multiple injuries from shoulder pain, low back pain, and extremely tight hamstrings.
And was just bound up like a ball and felt like ticking time bomb.
When you look at his before and after, what you don’t see is the PROCESS it’s taken to get to this point.
I could lie and say my man got shredded in 6-12 weeks (like most "coaches" do) but Eitel's journey is a bit different.
He was BURNED OUT!
Had I put him on a "diet" when I first started working with him we probably wouldn't be working together any longer.
We had to BUILD UP before we earned the right to SHRED DOWN.
Sadly, most guys don't want to hear this and they want QUICK RESULTS yesterday but...
TRUTH IS, for most of the dads I work with, I'd say 8/10 of them are NOT READY to "SHRED" or actually lose weight.
WHY??
They too are BURNED OUT.
From…
chronically UNDER eating chronically eating junk (when they DO eat) training too much with too much intensity doing random workouts not following an actual PLAN running off of energy drinks and coffee daily getting 6 hours or LESS of sleep nightly Just STRESSED TO THE MAX.It might seem ass-backwards when I say you need to go EASIER before you go HARDER but it’s what works.
If you’re in a similar spot as my man Eitel was in, take a look at your current lifestyle.
Where do you need to make some changes and what do you need to FIX?
The answer isn’t always to "GO HARDER”.
TRUST me… we’ll get to that point (Eitel told me he’s never been STRONGER or FITTER than he is NOW)
While one of the slogans I’ve adopted and have lived by since the beginning has been “GO 110% HAM”, you gotta also be SMART about how you GO 110% HAM.
Listen to this great episode and if you're READY to make a change...
135 | Full Time Firefighter/Paramedic, Busy Dad Drops Over 50 Pounds And Runs His First Ultra-Marathon
Here’s a great story of SUCCESS with our guy Thomas, who’s earned some amazing results while the Forged Father coaching program.
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134: Training Around INJURIES And The Two Important KEYS To Staying On Track
In this episode, I cover how to work around injuries, and more importantly, I cover TWO KEY things that will either make or break your success pushing forward.
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133: BUSY HARD WORKING BUSINESS OWNER DAD Goes From Being OUT OF SHAPE, Hardly Present "PAY CHECK" For His Family Back To Being "THE MAN", LEADER and PRESENT PROVIDER His Family Has Always Wanted.
133: BUSY HARD WORKING BUSINESS OWNER DAD Goes From Being OUT OF SHAPE, Hardly Present "PAY CHECK" For His Family Back To Being "THE MAN", LEADER and PRESENT PROVIDER His Family Has Always Wanted.
Check out my boy Mo...
Owns and operates a demolition company.
BUSY dad and husband...
Works a lot of hard hours, day in and day out.
Was extremely out of shape, huffing and puffing, belly hanging out, embarrassed because he looked like a "sloppy" dude.
Not being active with his kids.
His typical day was...
-get up and go to work
-come home from a long day of work tired, crack some beers, eat some pizza
-rinse and repeat
Resulted in him being the HEAVIEST he had ever been in his life (330ish pounds)
Lacking confidence and certainty in self and as a LEADER for his family.
Mo wasn't setting the right example.
UNTIL...
He came across an ad on Facebook.
At first he didn't think Forged Father was "legit".
We had a conversation.
Mo made a commitment and then a DECISION.
A decision to take back control of his life and END THE EXCUSES.
No more putting things off...
No more blaming work...
No more blaming being too "busy"...
No more accepting AVERAGE.
Mo's RESULTS...
--> LOST 50+ lbs and dropped 10% body fat
--> Dropped 6 whole pant sizes
--> Stronger than he's ever been
--> Energy is through the roof (WORK IS EASY NOW)
--> More productive (making MORE money as a result)
--> Deeper connection with his wife
--> More active and present with his kids
--> CONFIDENCE restored
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132 | DAD ANGRY Outbursts
Have you ever let your EMOTIONS get the best of you and you just BLOW UP?
Do you find yourself being short with your kids or wife?
Are you being snippy with people when you get stressed out?
This episode is all about those ANGRY OUTBURSTS you might have and HOW TO CONTROL THEM so you avoid having those regretful moments.
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131 | CAUSE CONQUERS COMFORT
Are you letting daily COMFORTS conquer your CAUSE like an AVERAGE and COMMON MAN does??
Or are you living the UNCOMMON MAN LIFE and using your CAUSE to conquer comfort?
Listen in on this episode and you'll uncover HOW to tap into your CAUSE so you can start conquering those WEAK MOMENTS where you're letting your desire for comfort throw you off track and keep you from achieving your dreams.
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130 | The DAILY NON-NEGOTIABLES
Today's episode is about NON-NEGOTIABLES. I've had several people asking me what are my constants—habits I get done no matter what. Here I'll be telling you what principles you shouldn't compromise.
Stop setting mediocrity as your standard. Break the cycle now! NO EXCUSES!
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129 | Get dialed in for DOMINATION
Today's episode is all about BUILDING MOMENTUM to rule the rest of 2022 and beyond. Taking on a MISSION means conditioning your mind to DOMINATE.
If not now, then when? When it's all too late?
Get dialed in for domination and blaze through ANYTHING you put your work into.
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128 | If you're gonna be selfish, be a SELFISH SERVANT
Today's episode urges you to be SELFISH. No, not the kind of selfish you've been doing by NEGLECTING YOURSELF. That's just the WORST kind of selfish—not investing in yourself results in turning up at your worst. Everyone loses.
Give more by being at your best. Give more by being a SELFISH SERVANT.
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127 | 5 ADMISSIONS and COMMITMENTS
Today's episode challenges you to ADMIT the shit you've been doing to break away from the shit cycle you're in. Things you sweep under the rug keep you from being the UNCOMMON MAN you ought to be.
If you wanna be the man your kids look up to, the man your wife can depend on, you gotta ADMIT these 5 things and PUT IN THE WORK.
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126 | You keep BREAKING your PROMISES
Today's episode is about the impacts of breaking your promises and how the cycle destroys yourself and the people you care about the most. With every start of the year, men throw out resolutions they NEVER even keep.
Absolutely NO INTEGRITY.
2022 is yours to take—start with OWNING UP to yourself and actually KEEPING your promises.
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125 | Why I started the Forged Father
Today's episode is about the FORGED FATHER Program and how it all started. Let's destroy misconceptions that have kept you trapped in a cycle of mediocrity. Sure you're a hardworking provider, but that doesn't mean you're being the man your wife and kids deserve.
Start building your legacy now!
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124 | Introducing Man On A Mission
Today's episode is about the basic principles of an UNCOMMON MAN. Fresh off 2021, most men start listing resolutions—promises bound to be broken. Let's change that cycle for 2022 and talk about the pillars you need for REAL CHANGE to be achieved.
Screw goals—take on a mission now!
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123 | Why dads lose their edge and how to get it back
Today's episode is about the most common problem fathers face—losing their edge. Dads in their 30s or 40s start to realize this. They start to realize they're out of shape, losing control, and missing their drive in doing things they once were passionate about. A TOTAL MESS.
Well, it's never too late to get yourself back. The thing is—you gotta EARN it.
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122 | Spartan ULTRA #3 Results, They're Watching, plus How To Manage Your Inner Anger
In this episode I recap the last Spartan Ultra Race I was able to complete and dig into a couple of pretty important topics.
I get a little FIRED UP so if you listen with kids around, might want to put the EAR MUFFS on.
And if you're feelings get hurt, know it ain't personal... just understand it's on YOU and up to YOU to make a change.
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121 | It's NOT MAGIC... It's a MINDSET
Most guys are looking for the MAGIC FIX and wanting quick, instant results.
In this episode, I share where the REAL MAGIC awaits.
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120 | SILENCING The Inner Mo Fo
Sometimes you gotta SILENCE the motherf*cker you have yapping in your ear.
For most guys, they let that guy run the show.
Time to fight back and FIND THE RIGHT VOICE you have inside so you can EARN victory.
1 - Join the FREE Facebook group for DRIVEN Ex-Athlete DADS
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2 - Grab Access to “The Forged FATHER PATH” which will give you the exact 4-Element Method I use with my VIP DADS inside the Forged FATHER Project
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3 - Apply to work directly with me and my team one-to-one within the Forged FATHER Project
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119 | 5 Keys to Destroying The DAD BOD
Want to know what it'll take to finally DESTROY THE DAD BOD for good?
In this episode, I share the 5 KEYS to doing just that.
I shared nothing about a magic diet or some sort of crazy workout plan.
What I shared is the stuff that really matters...
The stuff that'll help you create success from any type of diet or workout plan you may ever come across.
Most importantly though...
The 5 keys I shared have the power to create success in ALL areas of your life, not just your fitness.
Give it a listen and share with another DAD who you know will benefit from this.
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118 | Dad Bod Mannequins and MONEY
Dad bod mannequins??
Yes...
I chat about that and MONEY.
Interesting how I got on the topic of money.
Listen in and find out.
1 - Join the FREE Facebook group for DRIVEN Ex-Athlete DADS
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3 - Apply to work directly with me and my team one-to-one within the Forged FATHER Project
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117 | [Success Session] Looking And Feeling Like A SAVAGE
In this episode, I catch up with one of our dads, Scott, who’s been KILLING it.
Not only has he hit his body fat % goal of 10%, he’s also been packing on the muscle and getting STRONG AF!
On top of this all… he won the “president award” within his company for being the #1 sales rep in his region.
Scott isn’t here to check the boxes and be average…
Scott’s here to be a f*cking SAVAGE and you’ll uncover more about how he’s doing this in this special SUCCESS SESSION of Forged Father FM.
Enjoy!
If you want to join guys like Scott…
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116 | Getting & Staying Fit On The Go
A common barrier a LOT of dads face is navigating through their busy schedule while also getting and keeping themselves fit.
If you're a DAD and you're constantly on the go because of work or family responsibilities, etc... you'll want to listen to this.
In this episode, I dig deep into the "BUSY DAD FATS FITNESS Framework" that you can use to help get and keep yourself in shape even if you're BUSY as hell and hardly have any time for yourself (trust me... you DO have the time).
Everything I talk about also applies to vacations, holidays, and special events.
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115 | PERFORMANCE Training For The Driven ATHLETE Dad
In this episode, you'll discover why PERFORMANCE is so important to have a part of your training.
If you’re finding yourself getting BORED with your workouts, consider it’s due to your LACK of structure, intent, and focus on performance within your training program.
Listen in on this episode to find out how to level up your training and improve RESULTS.
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114 | Get UNCOMFORTABLE
In this episode, I was a guest on the "Get UNCOMFORTABLE" podcast that's run by Shae McMaster who's the owner of the "Enlightened Athlete".
We dig into all things kicking ass as a busy professional while also balancing out life as a dad, husband, and athlete.
Enjoy and be sure to check out other episodes of the "Get UNCOMFORTABLE" podcast - CLICK HERE
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113 | Cardio (That Doesn't SUCK)
In this episode, I get away from all of the "mindset" chatter and dig into the tactics and strategy side of things within the world of CARDIO.
Cardio is one of those things that can certainly be used very effectively to shred fat and destroy that dad but for most dads, they ABUSE cardio and instead, get little to NO RESULTS in return.
Hopefully, with what I reveal in this power-packed episode, you'll see cardio a little bit differently and in turn, use it for the benefits it can give you so you can achieve the results you desire.
🔗 LINKS
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112 | BULLSH*T EXCUSES Dads Use (E:1)
Adam and I have started a new series... "BULLSH*T Excuses Dad Use"
There's an endless list here but we're going to start off with the BIGGEST, most used EXCUSES dads use in this first episode.
Listen and enjoy.
🔗 LINKS
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111 | Q2 Wrap Up and FINAL RESULTS
In this episode, Adam and I "OWN UP" and share the final results and outcomes we were able to achieve over the past 12 weeks.
It was a GREAT 12 weeks...
NOT perfect, but GREAT.
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110 | Do YOU TRUST Yourself?
In this episode I talk about a number of things, the number one being TRUST within yourself.
If you're NOT achieving the results you desire, consider that it might not be the tactics and strategies, but rather, the LACK OF TRUST you have within yourself.
If there's one place I'd always recommend a fellow DAD start, it's with TRUSTING HIMSELF.
Listen in and find out what I mean and you'll also hear a little bit more about the RESULTS I've been able to achieve over the past 12 weeks with the OUTCOMES I declared a few months back.
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109 | The FEAR Cycle And How To OVERCOME It
In this solo cast, I dig into the “FEAR CYCLE” and how it might be the very thing that’s holding YOU back from destroying the dad bod and getting back your edge in life.
If you're sitting there always saying to yourself. "what if this" or "what if that"...
Give this a listen, especially if you’re serious about becoming your best self.
🔗 LINKS
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108 | Going from Performance To SHRED (An Update On Progress)
In this episode, coach Adam and I talk about the latest updates in regards to our current goal outcomes we've set for July 4th.
It's been a crazy shift between doing a Spartan ULTRA race just a month and a half back to now focusing in on getting as LEAN as possible.
going from a PERFORMANCE-based goal to a PHYSIQUE-based goal takes some planning and a massive MINDSET shift.
We discuss this and more in the episode.
🔗 LINKS
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107 | Dad Bod GONE & Down To 10.5% Body Fat In 6 Months
Big shout out to my man Derrick
Dude put in some great work and EARNED some awesome results.
Over the course of his journey inside The Forged Father Project he’s done nothing else but EXECUTE on the plan.
No strict, unsustainable dieting...
No double sessions of training and extra cardio BS...
No special supplements or “magic tricks”
Nothing crazy...
Derrick achieved these results through much of the quarantine when schedules got thrown off and he didn’t have access to a gym.
While most dads used that as an excuse to let their fitness slip off to the wayside, Derrick saw it as an opportunity and he capitalized on it big time.
He just stuck to the SYSTEM.
When you work the system we have within The Forged Father Project you learn how to ENJOY life while still getting the results you desire.
Being a busy dad, business man, and husband all in one is a tough balance, but it’s DOABLE.
Doable when you MAKE A COMMITMENT.
That commitment starts with YOURSELF.
Want to be a leaner, stronger, fitter, and more energized “DATHLETE”?
🔗 LINKS
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106 | Montana Spartan ULTRA Race Recap
The Spartan Ultra Race in Montana is officially over.
We came...
We saw...
We CONQUERED.
MISSION Complete.
It was a BRUTAL test of mental fortitude and it left my body beat down pretty bad BUT, it was all worth it.
My final time was 11 hours and 26 mins.
NOT the outcome I had hoped for, but I'll take it.
ZERO missed obstacles other than the FINAL obstacle with the spear throw (gets me every time).
Listen in to the recap where Adam and I share our top moments, the low moments, plus everything else in between.
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105 | For Father's Who Want To THRIVE And Not Just Survive
In this episode, I interview a couple of hard-charging dads who have set the bar extremely high for themselves and everyone around them.
Reid is my neighbor and at the young age of 32, has created a massive amount of success since hanging up his cleats as a professional baseball player.
Justin is his business partner and outside of running a super successful financial planning company, he also does Triathalons and Iron Man competitions.
Both of these guys are exactly what being UNCOMMON is all about.
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104 | SPARTAN ULTRA Race READY
It's here!
Spartan Race week!
In this episode, we chat about the upcoming race amongst other things...
Pre-Race FUELING In-Race FUELING Race Wear Pre-Race TrainingOh, and you'll find out how I f*cked up and signed up for the WRONG race...
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103 | 2 Weeks Out From Spartan ULTRA
In this episode Coach Adam and I discuss the upcoming Spartan Ultra Race.
Despite some small setbacks, we're both ready to rock and roll!
It's easy to set goals... it's HARD to obtain them.
Powerful resources for the DRIVEN Ex-Athlete DAD…
1 - Join the FREE Facebook group for DRIVEN Ex-Athlete DADS
http://www.theforgedfather.com/dathletefb
2 - Grab Access to “The Forged FATHER PATH” which will give you the exact 4-Element Method I use with my VIP DADS inside the Forged FATHER Project
http://www.theforgedfather.com/path
3 - Apply to work directly with me and my team one-to-one within the Forged FATHER Project
https://www.destroydadbod.com/ffcoaching
4 - Listen To The Forged FATHER FM Podcast and get FIRED UP to dominate as a DAD, HUSBAND, PRODUCER, and ATHLETE
102 - Super DAD Getting Things Done With NINE Kids
Oh... You're Too Busy You Say??
Try telling our man Jeremy you're too busy (he has NINE kids and works 10 hour days as an EMT)
==> In 6 months Jeremy has lost 21 lbs, but more impressively, he's dropped from 23.5% body fat to around 14%.
All while eating MORE FOOD (he didn't cut out all his carbs or do anything crazy)
Plus his strength and overall fitness has gone through the roof!
I LOVE working with dads like Jeremy who COMMIT 110% TO THE PROCESS & DOING THE WORK REQUIRED.
Everything we do inside The Forged FATHER has been designed to fit into the busy and chaotic lifestyle DADS face on a day-to-day basis.
==> BUT... the work is still, "the work".
The work is HARD and it takes EFFORT.
I won't sugarcoat it and lie to make it seem EASY or magical.
The RESULTS YOU DESIRE won't be given to you or instantly handed over just because you say you want and need to make a change.
You're NOT entitled to anything and the world doesn't owe you a thing...
YOU HAVE TO EARN WHAT YOU WANT THROUGH COMMITMENT & COURAGE.
TRUTH IS --> Most guys aren't too busy... they're just full of BULLSH*T EXCUSES and unwilling to truly COMMIT.
Dump the excuses and DO THE WORK.
When you work, it works.
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101 | Creating FIRE and DESIRE
Forget about "motivation"...
CREATE DESIRE so you can keep your inner FIRE lit.
When you can keep your inner fire lit, you won't have to worry about motivation again.
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100 | 4 Ascension Levels Of Transformation
For episode #100, I decided to share access to a private coaching session I did last Tuesday night (3/24), that we do weekly inside The Forged Father Project.
In these sessions, I share a variety of things from deeper nutrition tactics and strategies, training tactics, lifestyle design, and of course, mindset stuff.
What I share here goes deep into the mindset side of things and will hopefully bring you more awareness as to WHY you might be failing to achieve the goals and outcomes you desire most.
Give it a listen and please share this if you know someone that would benefit from hearing it as well.
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99 | Brian's Dad Entrepreneur SUCCESS
In this episode, I interview Brian, who's a fellow fitness coach and business owner.
We have a lot of fun chatting about what it takes to get that EDGE back in life even when you run multiple businesses and have to juggle all of the things DAD LIFE throws at you.
Brian has achieved some major success in the program so far, losing some pounds, dropping 7% body fat, improving his strength and conditioning, and increasing his energy.
Now he's way more productive during the day and his only complaint is how his wife won't keep her hands off him!
Enjoy this episode and if you're a fellow DAD Entrepreneur and you've let your HEALTH slip due to building your WEALTH, consider applying for the program so we can help you increase BOTH!
🔗 LINKS
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98 | From Client To Coach - Manny's Success Story
In this episode, we catch up with Coach Manny who's gone from a client inside the Forged FATHER to now one of the coaches on the team.
Manny's been able to achieve a great deal in his time in the program and has overcome a lot.
A great leader and example.
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97 | 41 Pounds Down & NOT STOPPING! - Dustin's Forged FATHER SUCCESS Story
BIG SHOUT OUT to my man Dustin, who's a BUSY LEO DAD who's now 41 pounds DOWN (and NOT stopping) 😮
He...
Didn't do it via strict dieting, KETO, Paleo, STARVATION, or anything else crazy (which is what most guys THINK it takes)
Didn't do hours upon hours of cardio
Didn't have to spend his life in the gym doing 90+ minute sessions (usually only 45 maybe 60 mins)
Didn't take stacks of magic, quick-fix supplements
Didn't follow any type of unsustainable method
Did it all despite working a CRAZY & STRESSFUL job (LEO officer working night shifts + during this crazy ass past year of 2020)
Did it all despite having multiple setbacks (because life's NOT perfect and the world isn't always on your side)
All he did was FOLLOW THE FORGED FATHER PATH and STAY CONSISTENT and COMMITTED TO THE PROCESS.
And he's ONLY just getting started!!!!
VERY PROUD of this man and his accomplishments so far.
When I say it wasn't"easy" for him, it wasn't.
He could've QUIT and GIVEN UP a number of times when things got hard, but he REFUSED TO.
In a world where the MAJORITY OF MEN out there QUIT AND GIVE UP when the slightest bit of resistance hits, Dustin kept charging ahead.
I sat down with my man Dustin last night and had him on the Forged FATHER FM Podcast for a private success interview where he shares his tips and tricks on what's helped him OVERCOME ADVERSITY and achieve a great deal of success.
🔗 LINKS
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96 | Building Health and Wealth - Chris' Forged FATHER Success Story
POWERFUL Stuff In this episode...
The BIG THREE From Last Night's LIVE Training With Fellow Dad and Entrepreneur
#1 - STOP Lying To Yourself And OWN UP To The TRUTH (if you know you need to change, stop sweeping shit under the rug and MAKE A CHANGE already)
#2 - If you can seem to stay MOTIVATED for yourself... think of the OTHER PEOPLE in your life that you need to change for (think of your KIDS and how you need to be a LEADER and ROLE MODEL for them - then DO THE WORK that LEADERS do whether you feel like doing it or not)
#3 - Your HEALTH is the true WEALTH... you let that suffer and everything else in your life is going to suffer as well
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95 | Q and A Deep Dive
A No-Holds-Barred Q and A episode.
We talk about a lot of good stuff...
Why do so many men QUIT?
What to do if you don't have a gym?
The "PERFECTION" Mindset trap
Why take an ICE SHOWER SHOWER every morning??
Plus more...
🔗 LINKS
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94 | Daniel's Story Of VICTORY
In this episode, I sit down and have a chat with my man Daniel, who like a lot of men in 2020 had a challenging year filled with a lot of ups and downs.
But unlike a lot of men, Daniel stayed in the fight and has pushed forward with a relentless mindset refusing to QUIT or GIVE UP.
That's really all it takes...
To NOT QUIT.
To KEEP GOING.
Give this a listen
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93 | David's Forged FATHER SUCCESS
So what's been the "HUGE SECRET" with David's success within the program??
NO... It's NOT been just from the workouts (although the workouts we do in Forged FATHER are pretty FUN and EFFECTIVE!)
NO... It's NOT been just because of the nutrition (we DON'T diet or follow strict meal templates, in fact, most of our guys are eating MORE food and are SHREDDING FAT faster than they ever have before)
But yet, most DADS are out there looking for a “workout routine and diet plan” thinking that’ll be the fix.
While you need to train and fuel your body appropriately, it’s NOT the tactics and strategies most men need.
In fact, most men already HAVE plenty of workout programs and diets at hand (just go do a quick search on google and you’ll find everything you need for FREE)
So why are most DADS able to get themselves back into great shape?
Why can’t they seem to lose the unwanted pounds and DESTROY THE DAD BOD for good??
Do you want to answer??
CONSISTENCY.
Most guys are just NOT consistent enough to get the results they want.
They get too busy… then quit.
They lose motivation… then quit.
The program doesn’t work (or so they think)… then quit.
They couldn’t stick to the meal plan… so they quit.
The program got boring… so they quit.
They lost motivation (AGAIN)… and QUIT again.
So what’s the answer here??
What’s the SOLUTION to all this?
It’s not the hyped-up and flashy answer most guys want but it’s the GAME-CHANGER…
*** ACCOUNTABILITY & COACHING ***
I’m a firm believer WE ALL NEED MORE ACCOUNTABILITY.
We all need our asses held to fire so to speak.
Because when you’re held accountable, you stay on track.
When you’re on your own, it’s EASY to give up.
In addition, I'm a firm believer that EVERYONE needs a good COACH (that’s why I have 3 coaches myself)
Coaching is the key to FASTER SUCCESS.
Want a shortcut??
Hire and INVEST into someone that can show you the PROVEN PATH (just make sure they’ve taken them path themselves)
Simple as that…
Get ACCOUNTABLE and get some COACHING.
We do BOTH within the Forged FATHER Project.
If you want to become a part of a WINNING TEAM made up of other DRIVEN DADS who will support you and keep you going…
Look no further.
This is for the DETERMINED DAD that wants more for himself so he can be more and do more for his family and the people around him.
This is NOT for the average man that wants to continue to complain and come up with excuses as to why he’s ”unmotivated” or “too busy”, blah, blah, blah…
You want to WIN, LEVEL UP.
Get ACCOUNTABLE and INVEST into your SUCCESS.
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92 | Guest Podcast - The Forged FATHER
In this episode, the tables are turned and I’m interviewed on Mona Bitar’s podcast.
Mona is actually a long-time remote client of mine who’s done a number of my online training courses.
She has a gym herself and also does a ton of online remote coaching.
She’s a certified BADASS, especially when it comes to throwing around the kettlebell.
In this episode, she asks me about my past history with athletics and how I came to create the Forged FATHER Project.
We also dig into what it takes to DOMINATE, especially during the New Year.
Enjoy and please drop a review if you find it valuable.
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91 | New Dad Gets Back Into TOP Shape - Josh's Forged FATHER Success Story
Meet Josh, who's a busy LEO and new dad just trying his best to BE his best.
At his peak, Josh has completed some pretty amazing athletic endeavors, including a 50K paddleboard race he typically does every year.
However, after his wife got pregnant, Josh got LAZY and just let himself go a bit.
With all of the stresses DAD LIFE brings, it happens.
Fast forward to today, Josh has gotten himself back into his BEST shape yet and he's never felt better.
He's consistent with his fitness, eats the foods he loves, and most importantly, spends high-quality time with his wife and son.
In this episode, you'll get to hear more from Josh as he shares his journey and tips for success.
🔗 LINKS
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90 | The BIG GOALS Episode
In this episode, Coach Adam and I chat about some of our big goals for this coming New Year and beyond...
Some of mine include:
Completing another Spartan Ultra Race Finishing and publishing my book, "The Forged FATHER" Changing 200+ More Lives Within The Forged FATHER Project Maintaining 10.5 % Bodyfat Year Around Placing within the Top 50 In the World (35-39 Masters Crossfit)🔗 LINKS
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89 | Pushing Through The PANDEMIC: Kyle’s Forged FATHER Success Story
Despite the craziness that’s been going down this past year, Kyle, who’s an ex-college baseball player has had a super successful year.
Getting himself back into amazing shape has only been a small part of it.
Kyle’s also gotten his wife to join him on his fitness journey and he’s also started a new business!
Talk about being busy and having to deal with a lot of stress, Kyle hasn’t let any of that hold him back.
Listen in on his story as he shares some of his “secrets” to success!
🔗 LINKS
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88 | 49 Lbs DOWN and NOT Stopping Anytime Soon!
Listen in on this amazing success story from our man Adam, who has no officially lost MORE than 50 lbs!!!
Adam's been able to achieve this WITHOUT tons of cardio or super strict dieting.
We chat about how he's gained tons of strength, improved his overall fitness, and has become a better EXAMPLE and ROLE MODEL for his kids.
The best part is, Adam's only just begun!
I can't wait until his NEXT success story interview...
🔗 LINKS
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87 | MMA Champion to CHAMPION DAD
➡️ For the DAD who’s LOST the edge he used to have…
LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE
For Ian, who’s married and a father of 3, plus a busy sales manager, after MMA was done, his fire went and his drive to keep pushing himself to stay in top shape went with it.
I know A LOT of EX-ATHLETE Dads out there can relate - when the competition days are over, it's HARD to keep yourself on track with your health and fitness.
Throw in being a BUSY DAD... it's tough!
Listen to this special episode as Ian shares his personal SUCCESS story and how he's gotten back his "edge".
If you resonate with this and you’re a DAD who wants to get back to looking and feeling his BEST without having to spend your life in the gym or go on some sort of strict diet…
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86 | Busy LEO + BLACK Belt in BJJ Shares His SUCCESS In Becoming a NEW DAD
In this episode I have Chris B who's another very SUCCESSFUL DAD within the Forged FATHER Project.
Aside from shredding away 20+ lbs and getting himself into his BEST shape ever, Chris has also just become a NEW DAD after having his son.
We chat about balancing out life and how Chris has been able to achieve massive success despite the crazy pandemic and everything else we encounter as busy dads.
Listen in and please share around if you find it valuable.
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85 | Holiday PREP Domination
The average amount of weight GAINED during this time of year is around 6-10 lbs!
Don't let yourself be a part of the stats...
Instead, DOMINATE the holiday season and set yourself up for SUCCESS in the New Year and beyond!
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84 | BUSY Coach, Father, and Teacher - GETS Back His Edge
AJ's a BUSY dad, a teacher, coach, and devoted husband.
In this episode we have a chat about AJ's success so far in the Forged FATHER Project.
So far, he's been able to accomplish...
38 UNWANTED Pounds LOST 7% Body Fat SHREDDED 7 Inches GONE OFF His Waist Way More Energy Improved Health Throwing a 53kb around with ease 😎 Confidence, Drive, And Motivation = THROUGH THE ROOF!!!He gets shit done. PERIOD.
Watch this episode and discover how AJ's been able to achieve these results DURING THE CRAZY PANDEMIC!!!
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83 | How This Ex-PRO Baseballer Got Back His EDGE!
Meet Josh
He’s an ex-PRO baseball player.
Now a father of SIX kids, before Josh joined up with Forged FATHER, he found himself in the WORST shape of his life.
Josh was around 30 lbs overweight, constantly tired and could barely play with his kids for 5 mins before he’d have to stop and rest, he knew it was time for a change.
Like a LOT of dads who used to be a high level athlete, after the days of competing are done, that FIRE and DRIVE to push hard goes away.
Add in being a DAD, HUSBAND, and PRODUCER, a guy’s health and fitness gets put on the back burner.
This is exactly what happened to Josh, but we FIXED IT.
We got him back in a solid routine by re-organizing his day to day schedule.
We got him back on a solid training plan that hit HIS busy lifestyle.
We fixed up his NUTRITION, not by making his follow a strict diet or meal template, but with a FRAMEWORK that he could easily implement into his lifestyle.
The nutrition worked so well for him that his wife started to use it as well which helped her lose all of the baby weight and then some!!
Josh is in a completely different place now…
In fact, he told me he’s in better shape NOW than he was back when he was playing pro-baseball!
It’s all about TAKING ACTION getting back in control of your time.
You want to lose the extra weight for good?
Make your health and fitness a PRIORITY again.
For Josh, it’d helped him become a better dad, husband, and PRODUCER.
In addition to getting himself into better shape, Josh has also ventured out to start his own business which has grown big just over the past couple of months.
Listen in on Josh’s amazing story.
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82 | Rick's SUCCESS (Down 25 lbs + 12% Body Fat)
For The MILITARY DAD…
Meet Rick, who’s a proud and hard-working Military DAD.
When Rick came to me he was in a bad place physically and mentally.
Beat up from letting himself get out of shape, he was struggling just to pass the PT test.
He was also on the edge of possibly getting into some serious trouble if he failed the tape test…
For Rick, this wasn’t good at all while being in charge of other soldiers within his company.
Rick knew it was a time for a change and so a CHANGE Rick made!
Fast forward 6 months…
Rick has gotten back the drive and determination to train hard again.
He’s dropped a lot of unwanted weight and body fat.
(30% down to 18% + 25 lbs down!)
His before and after pics are unrecognizable.
It’s been a HUGE change.
Watch this quick video to hear more about Rick’s success.
And if you’re a DRIVEN MILITARY DAD and you want to start making some changes like Rick, tap the link below to set up a time to chat…
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81 | Corey’s SUCCESS Story: Down 30 Lbs And Then Some!
In this episode, we interview Corey, who’s just hit the 6 month mark inside the Forged FATHER Project.
So far Corey has lost over 30 lbs, dropped 6 inches from his waist, and has gotten back that FIRE and DRIVE he once had as a high-level college and professional baseball player.
Before Corey joined the Forged Father, he was a brand new dad trying to navigate his way through his new world.
Stressed and overwhelmed to the max from trying to be a DAD, HUSBAND, and PRODUCER, he lost control of his ATHLETE side and his health started to slip.
It wasn’t until Corey had the conversation with his Dr. about his high blood pressure that he finally said he’d had enough and was ready to make a change.
Listen in on the rest of Corey’s powerful journey!
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80 | Forged SUCCESS w/ Steve Z
Steve Z has been with Forged FATHER (AKA Forged WARRIOR) for over 3 years now!
He’s dropped 40 lbs and has made an incredible transformation happen with his physique and overall fitness.
In this episode we chat about Steve’s success within the program and how’s it’s changed him well beyond his ATHLETE role but as a PRODUCER and a HUSBAND (newly married).
What’s interesting to note is how Steve Z isn’t a DAD, yet… But he still holds all of the qualities a Forged FATHER would have…
Steve Z is a perfect example of what’s possible when you COMMIT to the PROCESS and you stay consistent towards putting in the work despite being BUSY and facing TOUGH times.
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79 | Patience To The PROCESS
IN this episode we chat about the importance of having PATIENCE in the PROCESS.
It's a game-changer.
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78 | Are You UNDER Recovered?
In this episode, we dig in deep to all things RECOVERY.
Think you’re “overtraining”??
You’re probably UNDER-RECOVERING.
If you want to maximize your results, listen to this episode to discover the “RECOVERY MATRIX” which has 4 key elements…
1 - SLEEP
2 - SELF CARE
3 - STRESS MANAGEMENT
4 - FUEL
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77 | The TRIDENT Challenge
In this episode, we start off with talking COFFEE...
But then we finally get into the goods and discuss the upcoming "TRIDENT Challenge" amongst other things.
If there's anything you take away from this episode it's to KEEP PUSHING YOUR LIMITS.
Challenges aren't the end-all-be-all but they'll certainly help you along your journey by creating extra LEVERAGE and PRESSURE that helps bring the BEST outta you.
Have a listen and enjoy!
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76 | The FUEL FRAMEWORK (Key To NUTRITION FREEDOM)
Struggle with nutrition?
Listen to this episode as Coach Adam and I will cut through the BS to help get you clear.
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75 | Building Your ARMOR [The Forged FRAME]
How do you cope with stress?
How do you handle adversity?
The world can seem pretty damn unfair at times, throwing different types of resistance our way, testing you to the max.
How do you DEAL with it?
Do you let adversity WIN or do you have THE ARMOR to protect yourself from breaking?
In this episode, I share some very devastating news that has hit my family pretty hard.
I also talk a bit more about how I DEAL with adversity.
I call it the Forged FRAME and it's how you build up your personal "Armor".
It all starts off with your PHYSICAL.
How you take care of yourself PHYSICALLY then bleeds into the MENTAL side of things.
From there we dig into the SPIRITUAL.
It's all interconnected.
When you let your physical side to slip, you're only setting yourself up to break MENTALLY and even SPIRITUALLY.
BUILD YOUR ARMOR and become unbreakable with the Forged FRAME.
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74 | How's Your Daily FRAMEWORK?
Within this episode, I share the importance of DAILY FRAMEWORK and how it actually saved my marriage from falling a part with my wife.
If you're a DAD who wants to look, feel, and operate as an ATHLETE while also being PRODUCTIVE within your profession and super PRESENT with family...
Some key things need to be done daily...
Daily FITNESS (daily activity to build & maintain the body) Daily FUEL (daily nutrition to nourish & feed the body) Daily MINDSET (personal time for yourself to get focused) Daily RELATIONSHIPS (being present with family & friends) Daily PLANNING (getting organized, prepared, productive)It's been the CORE 5 that's helped me THRIVE.
Best of all, it's help me build a stronger and better connection with my family.
It's also helped me eliminate a lot of stress and overwhelm.
And it's done the same for 100's of other EX-ATHLETE DADS within the Forged FATHER.
When you have a FRAMEWORK to operate from and you're not just showing up and "winging it", the game will change for you.
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73 | Getting Called Out For GREATNESS
In this episode, coach Adam and I dig into the importance of ACCOUNTABILITY and how it'll help you push above and beyond.
Without accountability, it's easy to quit and give up.
When you don't have accountability it's easy to let yourself off the hook.
When you DO have accountability, you'll be held to a higher standard.
Accountability is the game-changer.
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72 | Ringing The BELL
In this episode, coach Adam and I dig into the thought and idea of "Ringing The Bell".
Or in other words, QUITTING.
Quitting isn't an option.
I don't understand it nor do I want to have anything to do with the thought of QUITTING and GIVING UP.
There's always a way through the resistance you face, especially when you're truly COMMITTED to an outcome.
Everything you want and more is on the other side of resistance...
When you quit, you DENY YOURSELF THE CHANCE TO EARN THE GIFTS ON THE OTHERSIDE OF RESISTANCE.
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71 | When I Get BUSY, I MAKE TIME + The 75HUNDO Challenge
In this episode, I tell you about one of the craziness days I’ve ever experienced in my life.
It was the same day that…
We brought our 3rd daughter home We closed on our new home (while still at the hospital) We moved into our new homeAll in the SAME DAY…
You want to talk about being “BUSY”.
I’ll tell you all about it and I’ll also share with you how I MAKE THE TIME for important things like my FITNESS and how a simple “75HUNDO” challenge makes a HUGE impact.
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70 | Competition & GRIT
In this episode, Coach Adam and I chat about the importance of COMPETITION and how it can oftentimes make and break your success.
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69 | The PANDEMIC - Obstacle OR Opportunity?
In this episode, Coach Adam and I chat about the PANDEMIC we're all facing and whether it's an OBSTACLE or OPPORTUNITY.
Depending on how you choose to look at it can make a HUGE difference.
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68 | The 5/15/80 FOCUS RULE
Are you FOCUSING too much on the WRONG stuff?
I know I did for a very LONG time.
Years back I let negative self-talk run the show.
It can destroy you.
Stop and ask yourself, "What do I typically think about most?"
Possible failure?
All your doubts and fears?
Things that you DON’T want?
It’s said that you get what you FOCUS on most.
Is this true?
I believe so.
So why not just focus on the POSITIVES then?
If it were only that easy...
While you certainly don’t want to focus on negative shit, you still gotta acknowledge it and know it’s there.
Let it scare ya a wee bit, but move on from it and focus on what you DO want.
But don’t only think about what you want, TAKE THE MASSIVE ACTION NEEDED TO MAKE IT BECOME A REALITY.
== In comes the 5/15/80 FOCUS RULE ==5% - Acknowledge the Negatives
15% - Pinpoint the Positives
80% - TAKE MASSIVE F*CKING ACTION IN THE NOW (aka PRESENT)
Most dads I talk with have it ass-backward...
80% of their focus is spent on negative shit thy DON’T
And only 5% of their focus is on the action.
When you make the switch your life will change ⠀
If anything, just think about what you want, then go f*cking DO THE WORK to get it.
Simple right?
Travis
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67 | Forged FATHER on FIRE - Meet Coach Adam
In this episode, I introduce one of my coaches within the Forged FATHER and the new co-host of the podcast, Adam.
Adam and I talk about his journey from when he first started training with me years back before he was a dad and how things have changed over the years.
A great episode that you'll NOT want to miss.
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66 | EARNING Your Comfort Through DISCOMFORT
Yesterday was day #1 of our “Summer Games” 5 week competition we’re having inside the Forged Father.
We took on the “Bodyweight Gauntlet”, which is a classic benchmark test I created nearly 10
years ago that I’ve put 1000’s of athletes through.
It’s a simple test, but it’s NOT easy.
Just like any hard workout, it pushes you both mentally and physically.
You’ll go through and experience some DISCOMFORT.
When in the moment, it’s not always “fun”, but what’s FUN is what comes AFTER finish…
When you know you gave it all you had and you pushed yourself through the discomfort, it’s an amazing feeling.
It’s from that we EARN COMFORT.
Let me explain a bit deeper…
There’s been a number of times I can specifically remember how UNCOMFY a workout was that brought me so much comfort in the end because I was willing to embrace and endure the discomfort during the workout.
One of the most memorable times was from the 2018 Crossfit GAMES.
The event was 2 rounds of the following…
1000m Row
750m Ski
50 Double DB Front Squats @ 50 lbs
It was absolutely BRUTAL.
I was in extreme DISCOMFORT just after the 1st round and my mind so badly wanted to give up and quit.
But it was in that moment when I embraced the discomfort and pushed through, that I earned COMFORT.
Once the event was done and I finished, I couldn’t have been more fulfilled.
This to me is COMFORT.
Had I given in and rested in the middle of the workout or slowed down because of the pain, the discomfort would have stayed because I’d know in my mind I didn’t give it my all.
In that event, I didn’t back down from the discomfort.
I didn’t allow myself to become a COWARD from the fatigue.
Instead, I stayed right there in the fire and pushed myself to the brink of my physical capacity.
To be honest, I could’ve finished dead last in the workout and I still would’ve been fine because I knew I had given my absolute best effort possible.
That’s COMFORT.
And this whole mindset of “EARNING YOUR COMFORT”, it just doesn’t apply to fitness.
It applies to just about EVERYTHING within life.
When you’re unmotivated or too tired to do this or that so you take the easy road out and skip it…
That’s taking the easy road and the easy road will only lead to DISCOMFORT later on.
Think about it.
Every time you quit on yourself and give in to instant gratification, it always comes back to bite you in the ass.
So, when UNCOMFY situations arise in life that make you think about quitting…
Do you GIVE UP or do you keep pushing ahead?
I’ll tell you now and I’m sure you already know…
When you choose quick COMFORT and instant gratification in those moments, it only leads to DISCOMFORT later on.
When you finally “get it” and it clicks for you, you’ll see DISCOMFORT as something completely different.
In fact, you might even start to seek it out.
EARN your comfort.
EMBRACE DISCOMFORT.
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65 | The DIFFERENCE Between Being Interested and Being COMMITTED
This one digs deep...
You're either INTERESTED or COMMITTED.
Here's some simple TRUTH for ya.
"Interested" = Average
"COMMITTED" = UNCOMMON
Being one of them will get you "OK" results and the other, will bring you whatever you DESIRE.
The difference?
A simple DECISION that YOU make for yourself.
Are you Interested or COMMITTED?
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64 | Taking A VACATION from Vacation
I just got back from a fun little get-away vacation with my fam.
We went up north to Park Rapids, Minnesota where we had a nice spot next to a sandy beach on Long Lake.
It was an amazing time and I thoroughly enjoyed myself while spending a lot of high quality, focused time with my girls.
One of the things I’m most happy about?
The fact that I didn’t do one bit of work while I was there.
Years back you would have found me sneaking away to open my Mac book to “do work”.
I’d be writing workouts, sending emails, checking in on clients, and working on projects because I’d feel like I’d be falling behind.
If not that, I’d be freaking out about my nutrition and worrying about all the shit I was eating and drinking.
I’d be more stressed when I was supposed to be de-stressed so when I’d get home from our trip I’d feel like I needed a vacation from our vacation :-)
Not always the best time.
This trip was so much different from any other trip I’ve taken with my wife and daughters before.
I was fully present and relaxed the whole time (aside from when our daughters were fighting with each other)
Best of all, I didn’t do one bit of work and actually “vacationed”.
I ate what I wanted to eat and had a good amount of drinks and didn’t feel one bit guilty about it.
While I choose NOT to go completely overboard, I certainly indulged myself with ice cream, pizza, chips, etc…
Even though I was on vacation, I still made sure to get up early every morning before everyone else was awake to hit a quick bodyweight + kettlebell session outside next to the lake.
I knew if I didn’t get in any type of training it’d actually give me anxiety so I made it a priority and got it done first thing in the AM before the day actually started.
Plus waking up just as the sun was rising and getting in a great sweat in the great outdoors wasn’t something I wanted to miss.
I enjoyed my time 110%.
Why?
What was so different?
A few things...
#1 - Being and Living in the PRESENT
I didn’t allow myself to worry about “what I got to do when I get back home” or anything else that would pull me from my time with family.
I just thought about being in the moment and actually ENJOYING my time.
#2 - Embracing The JOURNEY
I’m committed to a process which I know is a journey.
A LIFELONG journey that’s going to have a lot of ups and some downs within it.
One weekend or even a week “off” isn’t going to destroy all of my hard-earned results.
It’s more so about the BIG PICTURE and the LIFESTYLE side of things.
All of the consistent hard work, effort, and focused time I put in on a day to day basis away from vacations, holidays, and even “bad days” is what matters most.
This is when the DISCIPLINE of it all truly pays off.
When you uncover how it all really works and you’re able to embrace it all as a LIFESTYLE, that’s when things really start to transform.
It’s about your habits and behaviors.
Forget about the quick fix tactics and tricks that guarantee they’ll save you from your shitty bad habits and behaviors.
They don’t work.
Forget about the gimmicks and fads that only create short term results you can’t even enjoy.
Start thinking about the BIG PICTURE and how you live on a day to day basis.
This is what the Forged FATHER PROJECT is all about...
Helping you create a LIFESTYLE that builds better fitness and health along with the balance needed to enjoy it all through better habits and behaviors.
If building a LIFESTYLE is something you know you need some help with and you’re ready to give up the bullshit and you’re committed to working for what you want, hit reply and we’ll have a chat.
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63 | [DESTROY The DAD BOD] The THREE TRUTHS
In this episode, I go beyond the surface level BS and dig into the GOOD stuff.
I talk about THREE TRUTHS you'll not want to ignore especially if you're a DRIVEN DAD who's determined to DESTROY THE DAD BOD for good and get back your edge in life.
SCREW the "tactics and strategies"...
NONE of them will ever truly work until you've embraced these THREE TRUTHS.
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62 | What TYPE Of MAN Are YOU?
As we continue to push forward through all of the craziness 2020 has brought us, I wanted write this message and ask you to think deep about something.
Take a bit of time to find a quiet place so you can really focus in on asking yourself this simple question.
WHAT TYPE OF MAN AM I?
Are you a COMMITTED man who backs his words up with RELENTLESS ACTION?
Or...
Are you a man that just talks and only sometimes takes action when he feels like it?
Are you the type of man who's going to strive to be ELITE?
Or...
Are you the type of man who's OK with "good enough" and accepting average?
Understand this isn't a game of who's the strongest, leanest, fastest, or fittest man alive…
This isn't about "perfection" or never failing or making mistakes...
This is a game that only concerns YOU and how you carry yourself in life AS A MAN.
A FATHER = LEADER = ROLE MODEL
It's about whether or not you keep pushing forward when you fail and fall off track.
It's about the commitment you uphold to the process.
So again, I ask, WHAT TYPE OF MAN ARE YOU?
"Too afraid" to push forward into the unknown due to fear of failure or self-doubt?
“Too proud” to admit you need help and guidance point you in the right direction?
"Too busy" and unorganized to chase your true dreams and accomplish you big goals?
"Too tired" and unmotivated to take time for yourself to build your body up to be strong and fit?
"Too LAZY" you push the snooze and accept a LOSS to start off your day in the AM?
“Too angry” at yourself that you choose to be snappy and resentful to your wife and kids?
Lots of questions you can ask yourself here and the answers you give won't be wrong or right.
In fact, there are no wrong or right answers here, only HONEST answers.
Answers about WHO you truly are.
If you want GREATNESS for yourself, you'll have to EARN IT and be a certain type of man.
A man that walks the HARD PATH.
The UNCOMMON MAN.
If you're OK with average, you won't have to do much and you can certainly settle for less.
You can continue to skim by and do the bare-minimum “just to pass”, but are you truly OK with that?
How much longer with you tolerate it?
A lot of dads choose to live their life this way and it's OK if it’s truly what they want.
But I know most dads that choose to live that way end up with REGRETS.
So, which would YOU rather have?
EARNED RESULTS from walking the HARD PATH or painful REGRETS due taking the easy route out and tolerating less than your best?
Either way is FINE just as long as that's what YOU truly want for yourself.
As for me, I want GREATNESS.
I choose the HARD PATH because I know the easy path won't lead me to anything I truly want.
I hope that YOU choose to walk the HARD PATH as well because I know everything you could ever want awaits you on the other side of that road.
But again, this is a choice that only YOU can make for yourself.
NO ONE ELSE...
So, what type of MAN are you?
PS - If you're the type of man that wanting GREATNESS and you're done with accepting average and you're ready to put in the work to get back your EDGE in life, apply at the link below...
==> http://bit.ly/ffcoachingcallc2a
Watch the video at the top of that page and then go ahead and schedule a time to chat.
61 | The Forged PHOENIX
Rise up from the ashes and REBUILD.
60 | SUCCESS Story: Chris B
I just want to send out some big props to my man Chris!
Before Chris joined up with Forged FATHER, it wasn’t like he was sitting around doing nothing.
He wasn’t laying around on the couch being lazy and “unmotivated”.
He wasn’t eating a bunch of crap and stuffing his face with food.
Chris was putting in the work and pushing hard, but despite being consistent with his training and “eating clean”, Chris just wasn’t seeing the results he had wanted.
I know a lot of fellow DRIVEN DADS out there can relate to this.
It's frustrating when you’re putting in the work but the RESULTS aren’t showing in return.
For Chris, even though he was being consistent with his workouts and strict diet…
His weight wasn’t changing.
His body composition wasn’t changing.
His energy still wasn’t the greatest.
He wasn’t sleeping all that great at night.
His performance within workouts wasn't the greatest.
GOOD NEWS IS…
When Chris joined up with the Forged FATHER, we were able to get him dialed in.
We got him on a more efficient and effective training program.
One that didn’t require him to train 2+ hours at a time, nor require access to a full-fledged gym.
He only needed to train for only 30-45 mins, 4-5 days/week.
Instead of trying to “eat 100% clean”, we got him to dial in on his MACROS and his overall food quantity.
In turn, his energy went up, plus his performance and intensity within his workouts increased.
Fast forward a few months ahead, Chris is in a completely different place.
He’s dropped 20 pounds of unwanted weight and he’s now LEANER (despite now eating MORE food he’s ever eaten before on a daily basis).
His energy is up and he’s sleeping better.
He’s also more present and spending higher quality time with his family, even after he gets home working long hours as a LEO.
Chris didn’t do anything crazy…
He just committed to the Forged PATH and the rest has taken care of itself.
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The Forged FATHER PROJECT (Coaching)
If you're an EX-ATHLETE DAD and you're ready to lose the extra 20-30+ lbs so you can get back to looking and feeling great, let's step up and make some changes.
59 | 3 LIFE LESSONS From MURPH
I’ve been doing the workout MURPH every Memorial Day for the past 6 years.
It’s a brutal workout with lots of volume that'll punish the body.
1 Mile Run
100 Pull Ups
200 Push Ups
300 Squats
1 Mile Run
All in a 20# weight vest.
It’s all for a great purpose…
To pay honor and respect to a fallen hero of war, Michael P Murphy.
Not only to him but to ALL of the fallen soldiers of war.
They all paid the ultimate price.
Going through an intense workout such as MURPH to experience pain for them is the least we can do.
The pain you experience in MURPH is NOTHING compared to what they had to endure.
But, it’s better than nothing and to me, it means a great deal to be able to pay homage to fallen soldiers of war somehow, someway.
To me, there are 3 BIG LESSONS a workout like MURPH can teach you about life.
#1 - Stand for Something
MURPH and others like him all stood for something greater than themselves — FREEDOM
They stood for it so much they gave their lives to uphold and protect it.
In life, you need to stand for something or you’ll fall for anything.
Adopt and LIVE by CODES
Codes like:
Living with INTEGRITY To NEVER QUIT To Take MASSIVE ACTION To Take and Have 110% OWNERSHIP…Having CODES in life will mold WHO you are and help create and guide the actions you take.
#2 – NEVER OUT OF THE FIGHT
As the story goes, MURPH fought tooth and nail until his very last breath.
He NEVER took himself out of the fight until it wasn't his decision to make.
In life, you’re NEVER out of the fight either.
You’re NEVER out of the fight until you actually make the decision to be or life ends.
Therefore, QUITTING should never be an option within your mind.
QUITTING is on YOU.
To fight on is on YOU.
NEVER let yourself out of the fight.
NEVER QUIT.
#3 – Stay On The Grind And Chip Away
The VOLUME the workout MUPRH has can be intimidating.
To finish, you must stay on the grind and keep “chipping away” at the reps.
What always helps me push through a grinding workout such as this is to take it 1 rep or 1 step at a time.
Focus in on small wins via small sets.
You just keep grinding until the workout's done.
Same can be said about life.
Take it one day at a time.
One second at a time.
Keep chipping away.
Keep grinding.
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If you're an EX-ATHLETE DAD and you're ready to lose the extra 20-30+ lbs so you can get back to looking and feeling great, but also so you can STOP FEELING EMBARRASSED, let's step up and make some changes.
No harm in admitting your slip-ups and shortcomings...
It's more so about OWNING UP to them and doing what needs to be done to FIX THEM.
==> CLICK HERE TO APPLY For The Forged FATHER Project
58 | MJ's SECRET Weapon [Thoughts From The Last Dance - Part 3]
I wanted to share my thoughts from the final episode of “The Last Dance”.
More so, I wanted to address MJ’s ‘SECRET Weapon”.
I do so within the newest episode of Forged FATHER FM HERE
Off the top, everyone know’s that MJ was a superior athlete with his God-given talents.
He could jump outta the gym with ease, he was fast and agile, and just an amazing athlete.
On top of that, he was one of the hardest workers, fiercest competitors, and he wasn’t ever going to give up or quit.
He was what you could call, “Mentally UNBREAKABLE”.
His secret weapon?
His ability to fully become focused and dialed in on the NOW.
MJ’s closest friends and teammates would mention who he’s always in the present and in the moment.
Many would comment that MJ never let the future or the past mess with the actions he’d take in the present.
I AGREE.
The PRESENT is what matters most and what you do in the NOW is all you can control.
It wasn’t until I had figured this out for myself that things drastically changed for me.
What really helped put this all into perspective was the book, “The Power Of NOW” by Eckert Tolle.
I listened to this book when I was traveling to compete within the Crossfit Games in 2018.
It had a tremendous impact on how I started to think from that day forth and I can tell you will 110% certainty, I helped me compete at a whole other level that week.
In short, you can’t let the fear and doubt you have of the future or even the past have control over the actions who choose to take within the NOW.
The NOW is the only thing you have control of.
You can’t control what’s happening in the past nor can you control what will happen in the future.
You can only control the NOW.
So, what’s this have to do with YOU as a DAD??
Well, listen in on the latest episode of Forged FATHER FM and you’ll find out.
PS - I've now got just a handful of more spots left for the next group of men coming into the Forged FATHER Project.
If you're driven to drop 20-30 lbs of unwanted weight and you're ready to DESTROY THE DAD BOD for good so you can get lean and strong while boosting your energy and confidence, plus get back your edge in life...
Are you ready to step up and do what needs to be done to fulfill it?
57 | Scottie or MJ [Thoughts From The Last Dance - Part 2]
Big situations call for BIG LEADERS to step up and do what they gotta do.
I reflect on a specific moment in time when Scottie Pippen was given the opportunity to rise up as a leader but chose NOT to.
So, what's this gotta do with you?
What's this gotta do with being a DAD?
Well, let it serve as a REMINDER.
When you're a DAD, you're a LEADER.
Your family needs you to be able to step up.
Because they're your team.
They depend on you.
You get opportunities every day to step up and be the man you need to be for them.
Simple things like…
Working out when you don't want to or feel tired. Fueling your body better when you'd rather just eat like sh*t Playing with your kids at the end of a LONG day when you're completely exhausted Following through with your COMMITMENTS, especially when you had SAID you'd do somethingJut simply being there for your family when then need you most.
This includes doing the things YOU need to do to be at your BEST for them.
So, when you shrug stuff off and "take a seat", you're dropping the ball.
Not only for yourself but your FAMILY.
All of this is just another way for you to shift your perspective and mindset so you can think about things a bit differently.
If it gets you to take more consistent action, great.
That's what I hope it does.
BE THE LEADER
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56 | DAD Obligations [Thoughts From The The Last Dance - Part 1]
I got chills (again) while watching the latest episode of "The Last Dance".
It was the part when Tim Grover, Jordan's personal trainer, was talking about what Michael had said to him after they lost to the Orlando Magic in the playoffs the year he returned back to the game.
Michael said, "I have an obligation"
That's all I needed to hear to get the hairs on the back of my neck to shoot straight up.
I dig into how this connects with YOU being a DAD.
If you want to know how it does, listen to the FULL episode and then take action on the OBLIGATIONS you have to fulfill.
It's that simple...
LEADERS rise up to the resistance, LOSERS find ways to run away from it.
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55 | You Don't Have To Do ANYTHING...
Not sure where I first heard this, but when I did, it created a MASSIVE MINDSET SHIFT in how I started to think and put certain things into perspective.
It's a simple concept really…
Instead of always saying, "I have to" do this or I "have to" do that, start saying, "I GET TO."
Let me share a story with you about this.
I caught myself in the "I HAVE TO" mindset just a few days back.
As the world begins to "reopen" during this Pandemic, I was laying out the plans for what that's going to look like in my gym.
There's a LOT of changes that'll need to be made as I start to bring athletes back in.
The experience is going to be different.
There are new rules to follow, and it's going to take a lot of work.
So, as I started to look into the things that'll need to be done, I found myself getting frustrated, stressed, and a bit overwhelmed.
I need more cleaning supplies, most of everything's sold out…
We won't be able to use certain pieces of equipment because of the "social distancing" requirement…
There's a limitation on how many people can attend sessions…
So as I started to dig into all of the changes, I found myself saying, "I have to" which quickly put me into a negative mindset.
Luckily, I caught myself and changed things up.
I said I don't have to do any of this...
I GET TO.
And that's where it all changed...
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54 | "THEY" Can't Want It More Than YOU Do
Do the people around YOU want it more than YOU do???
If so, that's NOT good.
Listen to this full episode to find out WHY.
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53 | The Quarantine Journal Challenge
Yesterday I sent out a message talking about keeping a “Quarantine Journal” to my newsletter.
Think of it as something to help keep you accountable and on track during these crazy times where you might feel like things are spiraling out of control.
I believe keeping a journal is important to help keep you focused and dialed in on consistent growth and forward progress.
Plus it serves as a great form of personal accountability.
With this, I had several guys reply asking me what my journaling looks like and what I focus on doing.
There are 3 parts to my journaling…
“GPR”
#1 - Gratitude - First thing in the AM
At the beginning of this year, I changed things up a bit, and I started to keep a gratitude journal that has been focused on my wife.
Every AM, I think about what I remembered most about her from the day before, and that’s what I write down.
On Valentine’s Day, one of the gifts I gave her were the entires I had been adding in since the beginning of the year, which made for a fantastic present.
Can’t wait to give her the journal next V-Day :)
#2 - The Daily Attack Plan
After I complete my AM gratitude piece, I look ahead at the day, and I write down a couple of key things I need to get done.
These serve as “mini-goals” that get me dialed in on what needs to be done.
Then I plan accordingly so I can attack the day with clarity and get shit done.
#3 - Reflection / Daily Close Out
To finish things out, I always take a bit of time to sit down and REFLECT on how the day turned out.
Did I complete the key things I had planned out earlier in the day?
What were my WINS?
What were the LOSES/LESSONS?
Then I quickly glance over the next day and layout some key targets that I’ll revisit in the AM when I dig into my Daily Battle Plan.
And I repeat that daily.
GPR = Gratitude - Plan - Reflect
This helps create a lot of clarity and focus that in turn helps build momentum.
Every few weeks, I’ll look back at past entries to see how much I’ve gotten done over time, which helps create more awareness on growth.
If you neglect to do this every so often, it’s easy for you to get caught up in things and forget about how much you might have accomplished in just a short period of time.
When you overlook the small things, it can lead to a negative mindset that gets you stuck.
At the same time, if you’re NOT keeping yourself in check with some sort of journaling, it’s easy to fall off track and drift away from where you’re trying to go.
Wherever that may be, use journaling to help guide you forward.
So, as I said in my last message, I CHALLENGE YOU to start keeping a journal.
Even if it’s a simple daily entry with a small reflection of the past day, it could make a huge difference for you.
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52 | Winning the INNER GAME
Most dads want to focus in on the OUTER GAME...
Things like workouts, diets, supplements, etc...
While all of that stuff is certainly IMPORTANT, it's NOT the most important.
What's the most important thing above all else is the INNER GAME.
In this episode, I share a replay of a live coaching session I did inside my free Facebook Group, "DRIVEN Ex-Athlete DADS", I talked about the importance of WInning The INNER GAME.
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51 | Revisiting DISCIPLINE over motivation
If you've ever wondered WHY you can't seem to stay on track or why you just can't seem to push over the hump so you can achieve the specific results you desire, consider for a second it's NOT due to you not being "motivated".
It's a game of DISCIPLINE.
Your success or lack thereof will always be a direct reflection of how DISCIPLINED you are, not how "motivated" you are.
This is a clip that I took from the private coaching group I have for my gym, The Forged Athlete.
The gym has been closed for in-person training sessions for over a month, but that hasn't stopped us from making gains and achieving success.
Despite not having access to the gym and the sessions we run live, people are still getting RESULTS and staying on track at-home.
For some though, they're having a hard time and it's understandable... when your normal environment that supply "motivation" is taken away from you, what do you do?
Well, if you're a person who solely relies on motivation, you're going to FAIL.
So, here's a quick chat to revisit the importance of DISCIPLINE over motivation.
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50 | Making the "New Norm" The Norm
With the Coronavirus hammering down hard causing the "norms" of life for most of us to change, it's time to evolve and adapt to a NEW NORM.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and completely unorganized with the new shift, it's time to make a shift.
The last thing you want to do is WAIT.
When you sit around and wait, you LOSE.
Nothing changes when you wait.
Instead, what you must do instead is TAKE MASSIVE ACTION (shocking right!?)
But not only take action... you need to take FOCUSED ACTION.
Inside this episode, that's exactly what I'll be chatting about...
The FOCUSED ACTION you must take so you can get yourself back into a solid routine so you can get back on track.
OR...
If you didn't have much structure before, now is the time to create some.
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THE FORGED FATHER PROJECT
If you're an EX-ATHLETE DAD and you have 20-30 lbs to lose, and you know you need and want some extra assistance with destroying the DAD BOD for good...
Consider APPLYING for the next Forged FATHER Project - CLICK HERE
With the COVID-19 Pandameic wreaking havoc on the world right now and shutting down gyms everywhere, being on your lonesome is going to be extremely TOUGH and challenging.
Shoot, for most men, things were tough and challenging BEFOREHAND.
You don't have to go on this journey alone.
You can get the direct support and guidance you need via ONLINE COACHING, which is what you get within the Forged FATHER Project.
You're going to be seeing a HUGE BOOM in the "online coaching" world here within the next few weeks.
Heck, you're already seeing it now!
The good thing is, I've been coaching men online since 2008, so helping DADS get back their edge in life isn't anything new to me.
Plus, I LIVE THE LIFESTYLE I PREACH, so I know it works, and I stand behind everything I say and teach.
So, if you want an experienced coach WHO CARES about YOU and has PROVEN to help get EX-ATHLETE DADS back into fantastic shape so they can then be the best for their family, this is it.
Just note, you'll have to be ready to PUT IN THE WORK.
I'm here to help show you the pa; you'll need to walk the path.
If this is YOU, take the net step and APPLY HERE
49 | The BIG 4 Daily (Start These TODAY)
With the craziness of COVID-19, if you didn't have any structure before it all ramped up, you're probably in a world of chaos now.
To help bring you some order, I wanted to share with you a few things I've been doing for the past couple of years to keep myself uncheck daily.
SIMPLE things that'll help bring you a lot of benefits not only physically, but mentally as well.
I put up a full blog post with deeper details link up here -> https://forgedstrong.fit/the-big-4-daily/
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The BIG 4 Daily + THE FORGED FATHER PROJECT
These are just a few of the many things we do inside The Forged FATHER Project to help YOU dial in our lifestyle so you can bring more structure to your day-to-day to help drive forward more success.
If you're an EX-ATHLETE DAD and you have 20-30 lbs to lose, and you know you need and want some extra assistance with destroying the DAD BOD for good...
Consider APPLYING for the next Forged FATHER Project - CLICK HERE
With the COVID-19 Pandameic wreaking havoc on the world right now and shutting down gyms everywhere, being on your lonesome is going to be extremely TOUGH and challenging.
Shoot, for most men, things were tough and challenging BEFOREHAND.
You don't have to go at this journey alone.
You can get the direct support and guidance you need via ONLINE COACHING, which is what you get within the Forged FATHER Project.
You're going to be seeing a HUGE BOOM in the "online coaching" world here within the next few weeks.
Heck, you're already seeing it now!
The good thing is, I've been coaching men online since 2008, so helping DADS get back their edge in life isn't anything new to me.
Plus, I LIVE THE LIFESTYLE I PREACH, so I know it works, and I stand behind everything I say and teach.
So, if you want an experienced coach WHO CARES about YOU and has PROVEN to help get EX-ATHLETE DADS back into fantastic shape so they can then be the best for their family, this is it.
Just note, you'll have to be ready to PUT IN THE WORK.
I'm here to help show you the pa; you'll need to walk the path.
If this is YOU, take the net step and APPLY HERE
48 | Conquering The Coronavirus - Part 2
In Part 2...
I get a little ranty in this episode...
In times of CHAOS and UNCERTAINTIES, your TRUE CHARACTER will be exposed.
This is the time where LEADERS need to step up and LEAD.
As a DAD... YOU ARE A LEADER whether you like it or not.
Look at this as an opportunity to step up and LEAD from the front.
OR...
Use it as an excuse to lay down and accept the bullshit...
There's two types of men:
Men who RISE UP and face resistance when it comes.
And the men you GIVE UP and GIVE IN to the resistance because that's the EASY thing to do.
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Since the Gym's have been shut down all over the world, you'll need GYM-LESS options...
I got your back!
For the DRIVEN DAD wanting to take back control of their health and fitness, check out the NEW "Daily DAD BOD Destroyer" programming track...
All you need is a single KB, DB, and your own bodyweight and 20 mins or less.
No more EXCUSES...
It's just time to EXECUTE!
PPS - If you're an EX-ATHLETE DAD and you're ready to lose the extra 20-30+ lbs so you can get back to looking and feeling great, but also so you can STOP FEELING EMBARRASSED, let's step up and make some changes.
No harm in admitting your slip-ups and shortcomings...
It's more so about OWNING UP to them and doing what needs to be done to FIX THEM.
47 | CONQUER The Coronavirus - Part 1
It's HERE...
I recorded this episode a few days back before things had ramped up with the Coronavirus.
Since then, the gym has been shut down.
I'll have another updated episode with everything that's happening.
For now, listen in on the KEYS behind CONQUERING the Coronavirus within this episode.
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Since the Gym's have been shut down all over the world, you'll need GYM-LESS options...
I got your back!
For the DRIVEN DAD wanting to take back control of their health and fitness, check out the NEW "Daily DAD BOD Destroyer" programming track...
All you need is a single KB, DB, and your own bodyweight and 20 mins or less.
No more EXCUSES...
It's just time to EXECUTE!
PPS - If you're an EX-ATHLETE DAD and you're ready to lose the extra 20-30+ lbs so you can get back to looking and feeling great, but also so you can STOP FEELING EMBARRASSED, let's step up and make some changes.
No harm in admitting your slip-ups and shortcomings...
It's more so about OWNING UP to them and doing what needs to be done to FIX THEM.
46 | Embarrassing...
Do you ever feel embarrassed about how much you've let yourself slip?
I want to share some bits and pieces of a conversation I had with a fellow busy dad just a few days back.
I want to share this with you because the key message of this could drastically have an impact on your life should you be in the same situation as this DAD.
For Joe (not his real name), he's never been more embarrassed about how badly out of shape he's allowed himself to get.
At just 36 years young, Joe is now 45 lbs overweight, never has energy for much of anything outside of work, and he hates the man he sees in the mirror.
What's made Joe so embarrassed is the fact that he used to play baseball in the MLB.
For 8 years Joe played for a couple of different teams and was a STUD.
You don't make it into the MLB by mistake.
Either way, since Joe finished his career and was done playing about 2 years back, things drastically transformed.
He stopped working out.
He no longer eats very well.
He hardly ever has any sort of motivation to be active.
Even when it comes to going outside with his two boys, it's a struggle for Joe to muster up the drive to do so.
He knows a LOT of it has to do with the weight he's put on.
His body has changed since his playing days.
Muscle has gone away and been replaced with flabby fat.
His arms used to fill his sleeve and now, not so much.
Joe used to be excited to go to the beach and the pool but now, he's become the dad who KEEPS HIS SHIRT ON.
This is where Joe told me he was EMBARRASSED about how much he's let himself go.
Knowing what he has once looked like years ago as a professional athlete to now was hard to deal with.
Joe's been letting that embarrassment hold him back from taking the action he knows he needs to take to get back on top.
It's nothing but a STORY inside of Joe's head.
And maybe it's a story that YOU have going on inside your own head??
So you let yourself go??
WHO CARES!
Do what you gotta do to get back on top!
Don't let the fact that you slipped up and fell off track DEFINE YOU.
If used to be a STUD...rise up and become the man again.
The honest TRUTH is this...
NOTHING is holding you back other than YOUR DAMN SELF.
Once you can 'man up' with this, that's when you'll make a big change.
Until then, you'll always be "too busy", "too out of shape", "too embarrassed"...
Good thing is, Joe's decided to finally stand up to that 'story' and he's going to get back his edge.
I'm looking forward to his transformation.
And if you're in a similar position as Joe, I look forward to YOUR transformation.
You just gotta be ready and willing to rise up against the BS STORY you have running through your head.
PS - If you're an EX-ATHLETE DAD and you're ready to lose the extra 20-30+ lbs so you can get back to looking and feeling great, but also so you can STOP FEELING EMBARRASSED, let's step up and make some changes.
No harm in admitting your slip-ups and shortcomings...
It's more so about OWNING UP to them and doing what needs to be done to FIX THEM.
45 | Live With MORE URGENCY!
In this day and age, it's surprising how much TIME men waste.
The typical thought?
I'll do it tomorrow...
I'll do it next week...
Well, what if TOMORROW doesn't come?
What if next week doesn't come?
Then what?
I bet you'd TAKE MORE ACTION.
I bet you'd live with some more URGENCY.
Do you want to finally lose the unwanted weight you've put on after you've become a DAD?
Do you want to get back your energy and the drive so you can be more and do more like a MAN?
Do you want to get back the confidence that you once had years back?
Well, you have to TAKE ACTION to EARN those OUTCOMES.
Should you continue to put things off, don't expect anything to change anytime soon.
And don't be surprised when time has gone by so fast that you didn't even notice how much of it YOU WASTED.
Live with more URGENCY and JUST DO THE WORK TODAY.
Not tomorrow...
TODAY.
So ask yourself, WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO TODAY??
TOMORROW isn't guaranteed...
PS - If you're a DAD and you're sick and tired of 'feeling' run down, tired, out-of-shape, and you're ready to make a REAL change...
"FIX THE FACTS" and CLICK HERE To APPLY for the Forged FATHER Project.
Together we'll look at what's really happening in your life right now so we can figure up what we need to fix.
From there we can possibly look at bringing you aboard the Forged FATHER Project.
CLICK HERE To APPLY for the Forged FATHER Project
44 | Facts > feelings
In life, both facts and feelings MATTER.
FACTS matter the most though...
WHY?
Facts are the TRUTH.
The numbers.
Facts are what is.
Too many guys I talk with get too caught up in the FEELINGS and they don't pay enough attention to the facts.
Feelings can FUCK YOU UP.
It's like you hit a workout and you have an amazing performance.
Facts wise, you got BETTER (RESULT).
Feelings wise, you feel like you got WORSE.
Inside The Forged FATHER Project I have my guys complete an important task every Sunday where we track the WEEKLY FACTS.
We look at the key areas within our lives and take note of the numbers.
Things like...
Daily MACRO Intake (NUTRITION) Daily Workout Stats (FITNESS) Daily Gratitude (MINDSET) Daily Outcomes / Actions (PLANNING) Daily Connection (RELATIONSHIPS)There's a system I created to track FACTS in each of these areas.
When we track the FACTS and IMPROVE on the facts, RESULTS HAPPEN.
When you don't look at the facts, there is where guys find themselves in a funk feelings wise.
FUCK YOUR FEELINGS.
If you're constantly run-down every day and don't 'feel' motivated, facts probably say you're NOT working out consistently or at all.
You can feel as bad about it as you want, but until you FIX THE FACTS, nothing will change.
Get my drift?
Feelings are great and all, but FACTS matter the most.
You want to make an actual change and almost guarantee RESULTS, dig into the facts.
Stop letting your feelings run the show.
FIX THE FACTS.
PS - If you're a DAD and you're sick and tired of 'feeling' run down, tired, out-of-shape, and you're ready to make a REAL change...
"FIX THE FACTS" and CLICK HERE To APPLY for the Forged FATHER Project.
Together we'll look at what's really happening in your life right now so we can figure up what we need to fix.
From there we can possibly look at bringing you aboard the Forged FATHER Project.
CLICK HERE To APPLY for the Forged FATHER Project
43 | You’re NEVER “Too Old”
So I wanted to do a quick recap on the Crossfit Competition I did a few weeks back with my buddy and teammate, Andy Janzen.
We were able to WIN the Masters Division at the “Crossfit Circuit” that’s an annual event that’s been getting put on for the past 6 years.
There were a total of 40 teams in our division and 450 athletes overall in the whole event.
CRAZY…
It was a FUN weekend filled with a lot of highs and I was thrilled to be a part of it and most of all, to WIN IT!
Felt good to stand on top of that podium.
But this episode isn’t about the competition…
It’s about the mindset of “NEVER BEING TOO OLD”.
Truth is, the day you tell yourself that you’re “too old” is the day you start dying.
Listen in to see what I mean…
PS - Are you an EX-Athlete DAD and ready to start LIVING and pushing past the BS story of "being too old"...
If you have a need and you're driven to drop 20-30 lbs of unwanted weight and you're ready to DESTROY THE DAD BOD for good so you can get lean and strong while boosting your energy and confidence, so you can be at your BEST...
CLICK HERE To APPLY for the Forged FATHER Project
42 | DO Or Die Mentality
A few days back I was asked a question that I commonly get... "How do you it, man?"
The question was referring to the drive and determination I have to get things done day after day.
Here was my reply:
"first off, I don't have the drive and determination EVERY DAY to do it"...
The second thing I said was, "What if I DON'T do it?"
This is a personal question I ask myself often...
"What if I DON'T do it?"
When it comes down to it, it's "DO OR DIE".
Literally.
I'm the man for my family.
I have to supply for them so I have to best my damn best.
I have a gym with lots of people and many many men inside of The Forged FATHER who depends on me showing up for them.
This isn't about "motivation"...
This is about doing the work I must get done because it's DO OR DIE.
DO OR FUCKING DIE...
In all honesty, that's the reality...
Think about it.
What if your life depended on YOU actually completing what you needed to do on a daily basis...
Do you think you would get more done?
Do you think you would keep "waiting for tomorrow?"
Do you think you would just continue for to bank on "motivation" to show up?
You won't ever truly LIVE should you continue to wait and just run off of motivation as most men do.
And while your life is likely not dependent on you completing the daily work that needs to get done, your success and overall happiness inside of your life will.
If I'm not out there taking action and doing the things I love to do to help the people around me, then I might as well be dying...
So go DO.
Or DIE...
Your choice.
I choose to DO, and so should YOU.
PS - Are you an EX-Athlete DAD and ready to go on the offensive and get back your edge in life?
If you have a need and you're driven to drop 20-30 lbs of unwanted weight and you're ready to DESTROY THE DAD BOD for good so you can get lean and strong while boosting your energy and confidence, so you can be at your BEST...
CLICK HERE To APPLY for the Forged FATHER Project
41 | #mentalitymonday - Be On The OFFENSIVE
Let me share a bit more about this guy so you get what I'm saying here…
This guy is now 37, weighs 345 lbs and is extremely out of shape, constantly run down, and to make things worse, he’s a single father.
His drop off in fitness and his discipline to take care of himself over the past 6 or so years has actually was one of the many things that lead to his divorce.
Either way, this guy used to be a monster…
He played D1 football in college at a lean and mean 275 lbs.
He told me, as a d-end, he was probably around 10% body fat or less back then and he could easily deadlift 500+ lbs, Squat 400+ lbs and move like a freaking receiver.
Now, not so much.
Now it’s just a chore for this guy to chase after and play with his kids.
It’s been mentally “defeating” in his words and I can understand where he's coming from perfectly.
To go from being “the man”, playing D1 college football at the highest level to now, having a gut and being extremely out of shape, that has to be tough to deal with.
This man has clearly lost that EDGE he used to have and now, he’s been struggling to get it back.
And it’s mainly due to him being on the “defensive”.
He's been on the defensive now for the past few years.
He runs off of motivation and only works out when he feels like it.
On the days where he’s not motivated (which happens to be most days), he doesn’t do anything and this causes him to drift back into his bad habits.
This same defensive type of mindset has also put him into a “scarcity” type of lifestyle.
He’s afraid to fail.
He’s sick and tired of losing because nothing he does seems to ever work.
And again, I get it…
If you’re so stuck and in a pit, it can be hard to think about what it’s like being OUT of the pit.
But you can’t sit around thinking about it.
You have to TAKE ACTION and get your ass back on the offensive.
Most of the dads I talk to who’ve lost their edge are doing the same thing.
They live with a SCARCITY mindset that's created from being on the defensive.
They don't want to take any risks.
They feel they will already lose because when you're on the defensive, you're playing NOT to lose...
You're not being the aggressor and taking action.
Instead, you're sitting back doing nothing.
A lot of times, these same guys are the ones who don't want to invest in themselves in fear of failure and loss.
They just don't have the confidence within themselves.
Here's what's up...
If you're in a similar position, you have to let go of the defensive mindset.
You have to get back on the OFFENSIVE.
You have to be a relentless action taker.
A man who does what he needs to do even when he's not motivated to do anything.
Your action will CREATE motivation.
Your IN-ACTION will only keep it dead.
You gotta be a man who does what he needs to do even if there's a chance he might lose.
Because you WILL lose, but you'll succeed because you keep going and you stay on the offensive.
Bottom line is this...
You can't just sit back hoping and wishing for change to happen.
You have to step up and just GO!
It'll be tough.
It'll be a battle, but you have to be on the offensive.
PS - Are you an EX-Athlete DAD and ready to go on the offensive and get back your edge in life?
If you have a need and you're driven to drop 20-30 lbs of unwanted weight and you're ready to DESTROY THE DAD BOD for good so you can get lean and strong while boosting your energy and confidence, so you can be at your BEST...
CLICK HERE To APPLY for the Forged FATHER Project
40 | Your Personal SUPER BOWL + KOBE The COMPETITOR
In this episode, I chat about the importance of creating a personal "SUPER BOWL" for yourself.
A key takeaway is this...
What type of event, competition, or special date can you set for yourself that'll create some extra pressure and leverage?
This extra leverage and pressure will help make you take more focused effort and intensity.
This focused effort and intensity will, in turn, drive forward PROGRESS and bring on better RESULTS.
In addition, I talked about the loss of Kobe Bryant.
The world lost an amazing human when we lost Kobe Bryant.
The world loses a lot of amazing humans.
Not just the 9 who lost their lives in the helicopter crash.
I never was a huge fan of basketball as I grew up wrestling.
Of course, even though I wasn't a b-ball fan, I was still a huge MJ fan.
Bec