The Nick Bare Podcast

If I have one competitive advantage, it’s the ability to endure a process in order to achieve the desired result. Whether it’s building a business, a community, or chasing a performance goal - showing up consistently is essential to me. In this episode, I chat about why enduring a process is so valuable, questions to ask yourself about the work you’re doing, and finding a deeper purpose behind the process.

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Today I'm breaking down my most recent endurance effort, the Last Man Standing ultramarathon. A backyard format ultra consisting of a 4.2-mile loop every hour on the hour, until only one person remains. I'm sharing my nutrition and pacing strategies, revealing new perspectives learned, and the mental battles I faced throughout the race. Enjoy the episode!

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In this episode, I sit down with Mark Bell, a hybrid athlete who's shattered records in powerlifting and found new strength in running. Mark founded Super Training Products Inc., a multi-million dollar fitness business, and now hosts the MB Power Project, a leader in health & fitness podcasts.

We delve deep into how incorporating running into his training regimen has not only made him physically stronger but also a better father, husband, and leader. Mark's transformative journey showcases the incredible power of moving on from past identities by having the courage to attempt new things. Enjoy the episode!

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Today, I am honored to speak with Chadd Wright, a retired Navy SEAL turned elite ultra-runner who served his country on multiple deployments for over a decade. Chadd is a man full of wisdom and experience with an unrivaled passion for helping people become the absolute best version of themselves.

In this episode, we reveal the antidote to loneliness and hopelessness, break down what a real community looks like, and unpack how courage is the one thing you need to reach your goals. Finally, Chadd shares how the "One Mile Out" mindset helped him finish Cocodona 250 - a 250-mile ultra marathon through the rugged Arizona desert. Enjoy!

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We all have superpowers. And while they may not be as cool as invisibility or time travel, they hold the power to help us achieve our wildest dreams and aspirations. Our superpowers aren't physical characteristics but rather unique values that drive our behavior and decision-making. Today, I'm sharing my four superpowers and challenging you to discover your own to achieve fulfillment and success.

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Today, we have Dr. Dan Lieberman on the podcast. Dan is the coauthor of the international bestseller The Molecule of More, senior vice president for mental health at Hims & Hers Health, and clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at George Washington University. He is incredibly knowledgeable and credentialed on many topics, but today we narrowed our sights on the powerful chemical of dopamine.

Dan breaks down what dopamine is and how it can be used for both good and bad, offers practical steps to help control it, and paints a shocking picture of what humanity would look like without dopamine. Dopamine increases motivation, discipline, and true happiness when used for good, which he teaches us how to achieve in this episode. Enjoy!

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If there's one thing I've learned over the past few years of endurance training, proper fueling is the most critical aspect of improving performance. And the truth is most people aren't fueling appropriately or understand how to fuel for their individual needs. So in this episode, I clear up some industry confusion and teach you why, what, and how to set up your fueling strategy to have more successful training sessions and race days.

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Today on the show, I sit down with Jordan Syatt, an expert in all things strength training, fat loss, athletic performance, and nutrition. Jordan shares his most significant lessons from training Gary Vee, stories from his transformative years at Westside Barbell, and how he is currently helping thousands of people build sustainable fitness programs to reach their goals. Enjoy the episode!

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Many people let negative experiences and trauma have power over their lives and become consumed by them. Others choose to run and ignore. Bedros Keuilian has made it his life goal to help others realize that we cannot out-run or out-smart our past, but we can use it as a catalyst for growth to fuel our success.

Bedros is a best-selling author, speaker, business consultant, and founder of Fit Body Boot Camp. Full of wisdom and experience, Bedros shares how we can rewrite the story we tell ourselves, build confidence, and curate a circle of friends to live out our mission and purpose. Enjoy the episode!

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I believe hybrid training is one of the best ways to train for optimal health and performance year-round. Today, I break down what exactly a hybrid athlete is, share three reasons you should consider training like a hybrid athlete, and debunk some common myths you hear about hybrid training. Enjoy the episode!

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Chris Williamson, a club promoter turned podcast host with over 200m+ downloads and one of the biggest shows in the world. Chris's journey of designing a new life and taking massive risks to chase his passions, including giving up a lucrative career and moving across the world, is nothing short of inspiring.

We break down the "Joe Rogan Conflation" of difficult and valuable, reveal the top three traits of high achievers, and discuss why curiosity is the underrated superpower of success. Enjoy the episode!

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Making an idea more complex is a fool's errand. Highly intellectual and creative individuals strive to simplify concepts. Not to be mistaken for "easier" - because there, we find convenience and convenience is a silent killer. In this episode, I provide valuable insights into the concept of simplicity and how you can simplify your life to take back your time and find success.

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Today we have a very special guest, my little brother, Preston Bare. He is the COO at Bare Performance Nutrition and has played a crucial role in building the brand over the past ten years. After college, Preston gave up his safe career and moved across the country to take a chance on the future of BPN (when we were making less than no money). And today, we are sharing stories and lessons that helped us build BPN into the multi-million dollar brand it is today. Enjoy the episode!

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Today on the show, we have Dennis Prescott. Dennis is a celebrated Canadian chef, TV host, and cookbook author. A once struggling musician living in Nashville, TN, his new love for cooking quickly became a food obsession, where he started his booming Instagram account full of mouth-watering food photos and eclectic recipes.

In this conversation, we discuss topics such as how food can cultivate community, the difference in food cultures globally, and why we need to spend more time at the table. Dennis's unique background and perspective teach us that we can all create great food, regardless of upbringing.

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I sit down with the remarkable entrepreneur and investor, Sam Parr. Sam, the brilliant mind behind The Hustle, accomplished an extraordinary feat by retiring at 31 after selling his company to Hubspot. He is now the host of the highly acclaimed podcast, My First Million, and continues to educate and inspire others to succeed in entrepreneurship.

In this conversation, we delve into building an audience versus a community, unravel the key differentiators that propel individuals to success, and dive deep into the intriguing story of how Sam sold his company. And all the other captivating stories Sam has experienced as well. Enjoy the episode!

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As a former administrator in the "conveyor belt" school system, Matt Beaudreau is now on a mission to transform what education looks like for the next generation. To develop young leaders with responsibility, resilience, and self-confidence through a world-class education that starts at home.

In this conversation, Matt gives practical ways to create an environment for your children to flourish, homeschool correctly, and escape the conveyor belt schooling system altogether. Oh, and we tackle the ultra-sensitive topic of smartphone use for children. Enjoy the episode!

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Today I'm answering some of your most-asked questions over the past few weeks. As always, we are keeping it fully transparent and honest. I open up about what scares me most, reveal my decision to rerun the Leadville 100, offer valuable advice for new runners, and break down the concept of "done is better than perfect." Enjoy the episode!

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In this episode, I sit down with the multi-talented Cody Ko. Known for his hilarious comedy, today Cody takes us on a journey through his latest triumph of completing an Ironman and upcoming endurance challenges.

With his unstoppable rise in Hollywood, from his viral Vine days to becoming a digital megastar with millions of supporters - he is undeniably one of the most captivating guests thus far. He is also the co-host of the award-winning podcast, The Tiny Meat Gang, which ranks in Spotify's Top 10 comedy podcasts.

We dive into Cody's pursuit of a music career, building TMG Studios, training like a hybrid athlete, and unpacking his journey that led to where he is today. Cody's raw and honest account of overcoming self-doubt and reclaiming his health and fitness will also inspire you to push past obstacles in your life.

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In this deeply inspiring conversation, I sit down with Doug Bopst, an extraordinary individual who defied the odds and reclaimed his life from drug addiction. We delve deep into topics that resonate with us all: finding transformation even in the darkest times and the incredible power we possess to choose a new path.

Doug is now an acclaimed personal trainer, author, and host of the Adversity Advantage Podcast - but his journey here is one of struggle and resilience. Within the confines of a jail cell, Doug rewrote his story by finding freedom through fitness, creating new habits, and pursuing healing. His story reminds us that, regardless of our past, we hold the power to craft a brighter future.

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Today's conversation is one I've been anticipating for a long time! Seth Godin's work as an entrepreneur, author, and teacher has massively shaped the trajectory of my business, and I'm excited to share his newest book, The Song of Significance. Seth is also the author of 20 best-selling books and the visionary founder of Akimbo, an online workshop designed to transform your leadership.

In this conversation, Seth imparts invaluable lessons on why hustle culture falls short and reveals why significance is the ultimate aspiration in life. We delve into the essence of being a leader versus a manager, uncover why business culture is more important than ever, and give practical tips on how you can make an impact through your work. This episode will shift your perspective and propel you toward a life of profound meaning.

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Today on the show, we have Dr. Kyle Gillett, a renowned advocate for holistic individualized care. With his vast expertise spanning preventive medicine, aesthetics, sports medicine, hormone optimization, infertility, precision medicine, and genomics, Dr. Gillett passionately believes in a comprehensive approach to achieving optimal health.

In this conversation, we delve deep into the core principles of his practice, centered around the concept of the 6 pillars of optimal health. Focusing on understanding the intricate balance of hormones, we explore the transformative power of hormone optimization and when it's ideal to begin blood work. Additionally, we tackle the crucial topic of finding the right doctor for hormone replacement therapy, unraveling the importance of shared decision-making and an evidence-based, patient-centered approach.

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Today I sit down with the incredible Sam Okunola, a hybrid athlete, world-champion bodybuilder, and Army veteran. We explore the contrasting dietary needs of runners and bodybuilders, delve into the intricacies of incorporating running into a strength training regimen, and uncover the secrets to optimizing performance and achieving the best of both worlds.

Sam truly understands what it takes to balance running and lifting. This conversation will empower you to push boundaries and redefine what it means to be a hybrid athlete.

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As an athlete, entrepreneur, and father, I understand the importance of a consistent morning routine. Today, I discuss the habits and rituals I've developed to set myself up for a productive day, including strategies for avoiding distractions and incorporating movement and mindfulness in those early hours.

So if you're looking to improve your morning routine to help you reach your goals, this episode offers practical tips and firsthand experiences from my journey that are sure to help. Enjoy the episode!

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Today I sit down with Sam Moffett, a former digital advertising executive who left a successful job to pursue his passion for regenerative agriculture. Sam self-funded his farm, Shirttail Creek Farms, and took on the challenges of building a successful business in a new industry in hopes of changing our food ecosystem.

Sam's story is of risk-taking and entrepreneurship as he learns how to transform from a city-dwelling executive to a first-generation rancher providing beef, chicken, pork, and eggs to his local community and nationwide. Enjoy the episode!

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(00:00) Intro

(1:22) BPN Supps

(2:20) Starting a new life on the farm

(4:10) Sam’s background

(8:47) Farming operations

(13:54) Regenerative agriculture

(19:30) Diet before starting the farm

(22:30) Grass-fed popularity

(28:00) Grass-fed regulations

(37:40) Choosing the hard right

(40:00) Grass-fed benefits

(44:53) Truth about eggs

(51:00) Scaling Shirttail Creek Farms

(1:03:50) Direct-to-consumer operations

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In this episode, I take you through my intense 13-week prep for my first bodybuilding show in over a decade. I lost over 40 pounds, gained immense clarity, and learned many powerful lessons - a humbling yet rewarding experience.

I recap my entire prep, from workouts to diet and everything in between. And I breakdown the big day, sharing my thoughts and feelings as I stepped onto the stage and the results that unfolded. Enjoy the episode!

Topics:

(00:00) Intro

(00:46) Contents

(02:10) Most challenging prep I’ve done

(06:15) Prep background

(09:48) Show day placing

(11:40) Beginning of prep

(19:03) Changing the show

(25:27) Effects of an aggressive prep

(27:40) Bloodwork results on prep

(29:45) Prep struggles

(35:15) Peak week

(48:35) Show day

(56:15) Post-show updates

In this podcast episode, I enjoyed speaking with Thomas DeLauer, a nutrition researcher and expert in nutrition and performance. His personal transformation has inspired millions worldwide, and he continues to share his experience and insights with others to help them achieve their health goals.

During our conversation, Thomas shared his wisdom on the science behind fasting and its powerful effects on fat loss and overall health. He discussed the different types of fasting and provided practical tips for getting started. We then discuss how you can balance strength training and running and why doing both is important for longevity.

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(00:00) - Intro

(01:05) - Strong opinions, loosely held

(04:41) - Weight loss transformation

(11:54) - Building a brand in the fitness industry

(17:03) - Beginning intermittent fasting

(23:23) - Metabolically healthy vs. damaged individuals

(29:49) - Fasting adaptations

(33:28) - Fasting benefits

(39:50) - Most beneficial way to gain muscle

(44:00) - Dieting approach for eating disorders

(53:48) - Damaged metabolisms

(58:18) - Balance running and strength training

(01:08:54) - Effects of carbohydrates on the body

(01:12:16) - Changing your stance on dieting

(01:17:16) - Final words

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Today on the show, I chat with Kat Thomas and unpack her inspiring yet challenging entrepreneurial journey thus far. Kat opens up for the first time about her struggles as a founder and shares lessons about starting a company and finding your identity outside of work.

Kat earned her BA from Duke, started her career at Goldman Sachs as an algorithmic trader of European equities, served as COO of American Health Associates, and co-founded MUSH, a ready-to-eat refrigerated oats brand. She even secured funding from Mark Cuban on ABC's Shark Tank and helped scale to thousands of retailers nationwide.

Her decade of business experience has shaped her into an incredible leader and operator today as CEO of Bare Performance Nutrition. Enjoy the episode!

Topics:

(00:00) - Intro

(00:55) - Reality of being a founder

(04:30) - What would you do if money wasn’t a concern?

(08:30) - Problems in the food industry

(13:30) - Kat’s founder story

(28:26) - Being your own boss

(34:57) - Asking for help

(41:00) - Scaling MUSH

(49:30) - Appearance on Shark Tank

(01:05:53) - 4 Phases of Founder

(01:12:41) - Emotional attachment to your business

(01:16:29) - Finding our identity

(01:26:23) - Kat’s health struggles

(01:54:55) - Why you need strong relationships

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Lawyer by day, running coach by night - this is Jeff Cunningham. An Austin, TX-based coach with athletes worldwide training for various distances - including Olympic marathoners. He's the best running coach I know and a sage mentor and friend to many.

Today we unpack the essential traits of successful runners, the impact of "hustle culture" in life and running, what it means to be all in vs. all consumed, and why competitive integrity is the advantage you need.

Topics:

(00:00) - Intro

(00:46) - Who does Jeff want to be when he’s older?

(02:57) - Running background

(05:16) - Coaching background

(11:00) - Passion for law vs. running

(16:57) - How running can change lives

(21:15) - “Hustle culture” in life and running

(38:50) - Athlete burnout

(42:35) - All in vs. All consumed

(48:22) - Isolated vs. community training

(56:10) - Traits of the best runners

(58:04) - Competitive integrity

(01:06:23) - Extreme Ownership

(01:10:00) - Final words

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On this episode, I chat with Dan Churchill, a great friend and wise council on all things nutrition. Dan is an author, CEO of Charley St protein grounds, and NYC-based performance chef who works with celebrities and professional athletes to reach their fitness goals.

We clear up some confusion on trending diet topics (ever heard of seed oils?), help you find the best diet for your goals, expose false nutritional claims, and break down Dan's plant-based dieting experiment. Oh, and we discuss if you should take liver pills...enjoy the episode!

Topics:

(00:00) - Intro

(00:51) - False nutritional claims

(05:50) - Weight loss vs. fat loss

(07:30) - Consumer confusion on dieting

(13:00) - Diet identities

(16:55) - Plant-based experiment

(25:20) - Aesthetic vs. performance goals

(34:00) - Hormone damage

(38:15) - Finding the best diet for you

(41:11) - The fifth macronutrient

(47:41) - Chris Hemsworth diet

(52:10) - Effects of cutting

(54:00) - Conditioning in prep vs. out

(59:20) - Removing seed oils

(01:09:58) - Closing down the restaurant

(01:19:34) - Fear of judgment

(01:23:10) - Delegate and elevate

(01:26:01) - Final words

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Today on the show, I sit down to have an inspiring conversation with Lewis Howes. Lewis is a New York Times best-selling author, keynote speaker, and industry-leading show host.

We discuss the importance of saying no in life, the collateral damage of overworking, opening emotional wounds to find healing, and what it truly means to have a greatness mindset. Lewis is a man full of wisdom and experience, and today he held nothing back.

Topics:

(00:00) - Intro

(00:57) - Living as our authentic self

(06:05) - Learning to say no

(12:06) - Result of setting boundaries

(12:47) - Are you truly happy?

(15:32) - Life transitions

(26:40) - Identity foreclosure

(28:20) - Meaningful mission

(33:36) - Resisting change

(37:59) - Emotional coaching

(45:06) - Inner peace

(47:20) - Regrets of the dying

(49:20) - Collateral damage of overworking

(55:00) - Finding help to heal

(1:01:40) - Opening wounds

(1:05:30) - Powerless vs. greatness mindset

(1:13:58) - Results of a great coach

(1:18:00) - Final words

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Life transitions come fast, often unexpected, and leave us to process the complex changes we are moving through. Over the past few months, I've become a father, stepped down from CEO of the brand I've built for ten years, and opened doors within myself that remained shut for so long. These massive life transitions have brought me here - to a place of learning, navigating, and growing. A place we all inevitably will find ourselves.

The relaunch of this podcast is to have powerful, unfiltered conversations with the world's most incredible individuals to understand what it takes to reach our full potential and create the life we desire. 

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Episode #160 - Go One More | Prove Yourself Right

BPN is challenging you to choose something physically hard to accomplish in 2023. We are aiming to reveal the deep confidence that causes us to Go One More; the innate belief in yourself and your ability to push through. You know you CAN accomplish what you commit to, you just have to prove yourself right.

Nick and Tony both announce their Prove Yourself Right projects, as well as why BPN aligns so strongly with this mission. They also cover the shift they’re making with their negative self-talk, and how freedom comes from confidence through repetition and consistency. Read more about how you can participate here: http://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/blogs/content/go-one-more-prove-yourself-right 

Episode 159 - Without Consistency, All Else Fails

If you do not have the ability to be consistent, that may be the reason you aren’t reaching your goals and accomplishing the things you want from life.

In this episode, Nick answers your questions from his Instagram (@nickbarefitness), most of which were about how to be consistent going into 2023. Here, Nick explains his personal mindset when a new year approaches and how he finds renewed motivation whenever he feels distracted. Nick gives practical steps to achieve consistency in everything you do so you can start next year focused.

In this episode, Nick sits down with Layne Norton and discusses all the nuances of modern-day health research. They dive into the distinction between bro-science versus hypothesis-centered research, how to approach reading a medical study instead of self-help books, and Layne shares a number of stories of his fitness journey throughout the years. They also cover their entrepreneurial experiences and love for body building.

Layne drops a ton of scientific knowledge so bring a pen and paper!

Layne Norton, Ph.D., is a scientist, pro natural bodybuilder, raw elite powerlifter, and physique coach, among other things. He received his BS in Biochemistry, and his PhD in Nutritional Sciences.

He is a current IPF and USAPL world and national record-holder in squat (668 lb. at 93 kg), and a USAPL national record-holder in deadlift (711 lb. at 93 kg).

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Episode #141 - Erin Oprea is in town! She comes full of energy and carries great conversation with Nick in this latest episode. They discuss what it was like for Erin to be a woman in the Marines, Erin's idea for a bad-ass dog park and what she's learned from training celebrities throughout her career. Oh, and... they share a giant donut from Round Rock Donut. 

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Taylor Collins is an entrepreneur and regenerative rancher. Taylor and his wife are the co-founders of Epic Provisions, Force Of Nature Meats, and Roam Ranch.

Taylor joins us on this week’s episode to discuss the benefits of regenerative farming and ranching, and how they are hoping to change much more that the soil on the land that they work with, and how we as consumers can support regenerative practices and farmers who make it their goal to raise plants and animals cleanly and ethically.

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In this week’s episode, Nick shares with us some thoughts on a concept that has been on his mind recently: If something truly matters to you, you will make time for it.

Join Nick as he dives into what it means for something to truly matter to you, and how you can effectively prioritize your life to make time for the things that matter most.

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Do you have a standard that you live your life by? If so, are you fighting each and every day to uphold that standard?

In this episode, Nick breaks down the importance of setting a standard for yourself in life, fitness, business, family, and more; and even more importantly, how we must choose to fight each and every day and ensure that we are holding ourselves accountable to meeting that standard.

Through his personal experience, Nick breaks down what this process looks like in his own life, and how you can apply this mindset to your life as well to achieve peak performance, in all aspects of your life.

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It’s no secret. Prices for everything that we as consumers are buying these days have risen. Groceries, gas, and yes, even our supplements have seen price increases over the last year or two. Some blame the pandemic, some blame politicians, some blame greedy CEO’s and executives. What exactly is the real cause of these increases?

In this episode, BPN’s CRO, Katherine Thomas, and CFO Josh Holley, join Nick on the podcast to discuss the many factors at play that are causing the prices of consumable goods across all industries to increase. Kat and Josh bring years of experience to the table and are able to provide great insight to how this affects both us as consumers and BPN as a company, and how BPN is positioning itself to continue to raise the standard, bringing the highest quality product to the market, even during these uncertain times.

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Natasha Van Der Merwe is an endurance coach, long time professional triathlete and the Director of Team Programs for Bicycle World. Since 2009, Natasha has coached 100's of athletes, including our host Nick Bare, both online and in person covering all aspects of the sport from training guidance and technique on the swim, bike, and run and ensuring all athletes are fueled for training and race day demands.

In this episode, Natasha joins us for the second time on the show to talk with Nick about how her business has grown, and how it has given her the unique opportunity to impact the lives of her athletes, and build community that goes beyond the world of triathlons.

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