How can you overcome your insecurities and be a stronger, more confident person? I’ll tell you what took me from being shy, insecure and socially awkward to the person you see me as today. In addition we’ll talk about the safest, most effective ways to include Progressive Overload in your training. What’s the ideal training split for someone who is burned out and beat up? You’ll learn what’s worked for me and thousands of my clients. Wanna know how to improve your fitness biz, or any business for that matter? I’ll give you actionable steps to help take your business… continue reading.

Getting jacked, ripped, and strong is the topic at hand today with my guest, Dr. Andy Galpin. Wanna learn simple, stress-free ways to lose fat and build muscle? The good doctor has your prescription for proper programming in this episode of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast. Andy has a Ph.D. in Human Bioenergetics and he is a professor in the Center for Sports Performance at CSU Fullerton.  He is also the author of “Unplugged: Evolve from Technology to Upgrade Your Fitness, Performance, and Consciousness” and he’s the host of the popular podcast “The Body of Knowledge”. Listen as we discuss: Andy’s Top 5 hip-hop… continue reading.

Who are you, what do you want, and how do you get it? Often the questions we ask, and the answers we find, are what determine the course of our lives. Christine Hassler is my guest on Episode 201 of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast. It was the answers to these questions that helped take Christine from a massive quarter-life crisis to a best-selling author, keynote speaker, master coach and host of a popular podcast and hit TV show. Topics Include: Is an “Expectation Hangover” holding you back?  12:43 Why we often date the “same person,” and have failed relationships.  15:33 The essential… continue reading.

UFC Hall of Famer and former WWE superstar, The Worlds Most Dangerous Man, Ken Shamrock joins me on the latest Renegade Radio podcast. We talk about fighting, strength and conditioning, and nutrition.  Ken also tells some great first hand stories from being backstage at the first UFC. He shares some memories from his days with the WWF including first impressions of The Rock. Topics Include: Hardest and craziest workouts he’s ever done. How he trained for football vs. UFC vs. WWE. How his training evolved as he got older, and what he does now in his 50’s. The inside scoop on… continue reading.

Best selling author and motivational speaker, Dr. Sanjiv Chopra joins me today to discuss the 5 simple things you can do to live a longer, healthier life. You’ll learn a ton about the benefits of coffee, Vitamin D, nuts, mediation and more. And everything he recommends is backed up by countless studies. Sanjiv Chopra, MD, is professor of medicine and former faculty dean for Continuing Medical Education at Harvard Medical School. He’s also the James Tullis Firm Chief, Department of Medicine, at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. For 12 years he led the most robust academic Continuing Medical Education enterprise… continue reading.

JP Sears is an emotional healing coach, YouTuber, author, international teacher, speaker at events, world traveler, and curious student of life. His work empowers people to live more meaningful lives.  JP is the author of “How To Be Ultra Spiritual.”  He encourages healing and growth through his humorous and entertainingly informative videos, including his hit Ultra Spiritual comedy series, which has accumulated over 100 million views. You can learn more about JP and his work at AwakenWithJP.com. Topics Include How the pain of childhood shaped his future Discovering his sense of humor and the power of laughter Dealing with depression, sadness, fear… continue reading.

  My guest today is Tony Jeffries. Tony was one of the top amateur boxers in Europe, a 9-time national title winner, a bronze medal winner at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, and an undefeated professional boxer. He’s also the owner of the ultra successful Box n Burn gyms and Box n Burn Academy.   Topics Include: How Tony got started boxing at age 10 What it feels like to get in the ring in front of a crowd The importance of rites of passage and controlled violence How it feels to knock a guy out The road to… continue reading.

On today’s podcast my buddy, Rich Baker, joins me to discuss a variety of topics. Rich is an actor, comedian, and incredibly talented improv performer. He’s a very well read and insightful guy with a unique perspective. We talk all about getting out of your comfort zone, the power of improv comedy and how to get tons of shit done in less time.   Topics Include: Why everyone should study improv comedy. Essential skills for connecting with people and getting them to like you. The rules of improv and how they apply to life and business. A simple technique… continue reading.

Everyone wants to be build a strong, ripped physique. But you don’t want to wreck your joints in the process. In this episode I’ll give you 7 great ways to protect your joints, improve your recovery and enhance your training longevity. A lot of people (many, unknowingly) suffer from adrenal fatigue or some form of burnout. This is due the unnatural, fast paced, high stress life we lead. When you crash you often crash hard. Then it takes a long time and a concerted effort to bounce back. I’ve got 10 great tips for you that will make a huge… continue reading.

My guest on this episode is Executive wellness coach Anthony DiClementi. He’s the author of The Biohackers Guide to Upgraded Energy and Focus. Anthony is gonna share his story with you today about how doing “what you’re supposed to do” and following most mainstream fitness advice completely ruined his body and his health. Then he’ll explain how he healed himself and got jacked, ripped, focused, happy and healthy. We’ll talk about the biggest mistakes most people make when it comes to training and nutrition. Anthony will also share some of his best tips on… continue reading.

Zac Efron’s Baywatch transformation and shredded 8-pack has had people talking for the last year. I’m finally weighing in on it in this episode. Is it possible naturally? Can you achieve similar results? If so what’s the exact diet you should follow? I break down the exact percentages and numbers you’ll need to follow to get ripped. What about Zac’s Baywatch workout? I go through the whole thing and break down the good, the bad and the ugly. Other topics include: A better summer training plan Ideal rep speed for maximum gains How to incorporate isometric pauses for muscle and… continue reading.

Did you know that fat cells can survive in your body for 10 years? And that they can retain artificial chemicals that act like excessive estrogen in your body? Excessive estrogen makes you gain fat in your chest, hips and thighs. It can also contribute to depression and numerous diseases. The problem is most of us consume estrogenic compounds and rub them on our skin all day long. Dr. Anthony G. Jay is my guest on the podcast today and he’s going to help you avoid this deadly problem. Topics include: The top 10 list of… continue reading.

Can you allow your significant other to impact your fitness decisions? Should he or she influence when and how much you train? What you put in your mouth? Is your significant other helping you reach your goals or preventing you from achieving them? It’s a serious issue that needs further exploration. What do you do if you have trouble sleeping? Especially on days you train? You better have a solution because no sleep = no gains. Do supplements work? Which ones? What kind of diet should your dad follow? Can you make gains training just twice per week? What should… continue reading.

Is it really possible to gain 30 pounds of muscle in 30 days? A lot of people would say that’s impossible in a year, never mind a month. But in my 30 years of weight training, I’ve seen some incredible things. In this episode, I’m going to share some of my best-kept secrets about building muscle and gaining size as fast as humanly possible. You’ll hear all about the evolution of the training system that made my gym famous and ranked one of the best in the country by numerous fitness mags. And, I’ll finally reveal the two key components… continue reading.

When he was young and weak, Mark Bell had someone steal his football. It was a singular event that changed and shaped his entire life. He started lifting weights the next day and soon became obsessed with the iron. A few years later he was competing in powerlifting and setting records. That eventually led to a stint in the WWE minor league system, and the opportunity to train regularly at the infamous Westside Barbell Club in Columbus, Ohio. When his WWE career didn’t pan out, Mark moved back to California. Not long after, he opened what has since become one… continue reading.