Become A Beast

Confidence is an atribute that I feel a lot of people miss out on. That shouldn't be the case and fitness can be your avenue to gaining more confidence in yourself. In Episode 27 of The Become a Beast Podcast, I discuss my lack of confidence and how I became more confident without being cocky. Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) Have a question, idea, or thought? Leave us a voicemail. As always... Have a good one Beast Squad!

Shoulder exercises are critical to not only looking like a complete badass. They are also essential towards our balance and necessary strength for being active (i.e. picking something up, pushing a door open). If our shoulders are weak, it drastically effects the rest of our body. So today, we tackle shoulder exercises per the request of Become a Beast reader Caleb Wojcik. Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) Episode Notes/Links: Got a Question? Leave a voicemail. Click Here Shoulder Question from Caleb Wojcik of Pocketchanged.com. Muscle Images: Deltoid & Trapezius 4 Shoulder Exercise Video Examples: Shoulder Shrugs   /   Overhead Press aka Military Press In podcast, I suggest doing this standing. As a newbie weight-lifter, I suggest following Scott and using a 90 degree bench. I should have suggested such in the podcast.    /    Lateral Raises   /    Bent Over Row Have a good one Beast Squad!  

Becoming a professional at failing is highly encouraged at BecomeaBeast.com. Not because we want you to not succeed at your goals. Rather, we want you to achieve more than you once believed was possible. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) In Episode 25 of The Become a Beast Podcast, we discuss the following: Difference between failing and failure. Why I encourage others to fail as often as possible. How failing has led to more success for me. How you can fail more. Hope you enjoy and as always... Have a good one Beast Squad!

The Zen of Simple Eating discusses approaches towards simplifying and succeeding at a life-long healthy diet. In Episode 24 of The Become a Beast Podcast, 5 simple tactics that have worked for me are laid out. Through these tactics, you can start taking actions that won't frustrate and/or discourage healthy eating. It truly is simpler than most people make it out to be. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) Episode Notes/Links: Food Rules by Michael Pollan 4 Hour Chef by Tim Ferriss Leave your questions and comments by voicemail : CLICK HERE Hope you enjoy and as always... Have a good one Beast Squad

Answering the question, "How do I get fit and healthy?," is a lot easier than most people think and most people already know the answer. In Episode 23 of The Become a Beast Podcast, I discuss a principle that Joe Rogan discussed in his podcast The Joe Rogan Experience. As mentioned, most of us already know what we are supposed to do, but actually doing it is what we should focus on whenever we pose the question, "How do I...?" to anything including dietary and fitness approach. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) Hope you enjoy and as always... Have a good one Beast Squad!

Qualifying for the Boston Marathon in 2014 is going to be even tougher than ever now that so many proud runners want to show their support following the tragedies in the 2013 Boston Marathon. That's why I share my previous experiences and failures in trying to qualify for Boston and what I am doing this year to try and qualify for the 2014 Boston Marathon. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) This episode doesn't just address running though. It has a deeper identity in proper planning that can be applied to general fitness and health. I've failed miserably in the previous attempts to try and qualify for Boston. I've learned though and have since hired a running coach in Jason Fitzgerald of StrengthRunning.com to help me finally qualify. Enjoy and wish me luck in qualifying for the 2014 Boston Marathon. Have a good one Beast Squad!

In a somber episode 21, I discuss my reaction to the horror of the Boston Marathon terror attack. I also discuss what you can do to help and it's not just about giving money. It's more about building communities. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) That is all for today. Have a good one Beast Squad and remember to do more with your physical abilities because you never know when they can be taken away.

In Episode 20 of The Become a Beast Podcast, I share my recent stretch goal example, how stretch goal setting has helped me and how you can set stretch goals. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) Discussed in this episode: My recent stretch goal How I set stretch goals Jason Fitzgerald's mention of stretch goals Top 3 reasons stretch goals are good I suggest checking out the episode then establishing your own stretch goal...TODAY. Have a good one Beast Squad!

In Episode 19 of The Become a Beast Podcast, I discuss 5 psychological practices that prevent dieting failures. The ways I share may sound simple (or slightly hilarious), but they work and that's truly all that matters. I have found that making one or two simple habitual changes can drastically impact other facets of life, whether good or bad. Hope you enjoy and as always, have a good one beast squad!

James Clear of JamesClear.com joins us in Episode 18 of The Become a Beast Podcast to discuss how he has achieved goals in many different aspects of his life by implementing a health a fitness regiment. James and I discuss everything from his incredible photography to keystone habits to "Being a Pro" at whatever it is you want to achieve. This interview is far different than most as James takes a more holistic approach to not only health and wellness, but life in general. Enjoy and until next time, have a good one Beast Squad!

In the return of The Become a Beast Podcast, I share some amazing news and three running techniques that have helped me throughout the years. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) Episode 17 features the Little Beast entering this world and how that has effected my life in amazing and exhausting ways. We also discuss improving recovery time, reducing injuries, and hitting PR's through a few simple changes to one's running technique and approach. Often, small changes lead to drastic results and this comes into play with running as well.

I hate being sick. What I hate worse is killing all motivation to get back to Beast Mode after getting sick. In Episode 16 of The Become a Beast Podcast, I get back on the wagon to getting better. I have been sick for the last two weeks. With that, I haven't been able to do the two things i enjoy most. Posting podcasts and working out. Though a short episode, you may be able to apply my approach to getting better in this episode. Enjoy!  

In Episode #15, I share the 3 areas I try to address upon returning from a long holiday weekend or vacation. I usually fall off the wagon in the eating-super-healthy category during vacations, but have learned a few ways to get everything back in order and back to becoming the Beast I want to be. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) Most think that jumping right back into the exact same routine is the way to go. For me, that has not worked. I have to mix it up, change what I address first and slowly get back to my regularly scheduled life. That doesn't mean I lounge around, but I do address it differently than most folks. Hope you enjoy and as always... Have a good one Beast Squad!

In Episode 14 of The Become a Beast Podcast, I address my top 5 biggest health and fitness mistakes that I have made in the past and how I corrected them. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) I have made millions of mistakes when it comes to health and fitness, but I do my best to learn from each. In this episode, I share a few that have made a major impact on my results and give some advice as to how you can address as well. Until next time, have a good one Beast Squad!

In Episode 13 of The Become a Beast Podcast, I introduce a new segment called 'Stop Doing That'. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) In this episode, I discuss the know-it-all's in your life and how to address the one's that might affect your health and fitness progress. Throughout the 'Stop Doing That' on-going series, I share my opinion as to why I think an approach, suggestion, idea that others are telling might be wrong and how I think one should address. I am not perfect, nor right all the time. Thus, take my opinion with a grain of salt and just enjoy the show. Until next time, have a good one Beast Squad!

In Episode 12 of The Become a Beast Podcast, I share how my experience with machines and my transition to free weights has led me to a fitness level that is Zombie-Apocalypse-Survivable. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) Not all fitness approaches work. Most that I have tested have not involved machines. I strongly suggest against them (as always, check with your certified personal trainer for more). They just haven't led to the all-around fitness level that I have attained. Hope you enjoy my take on free weights in today's episode Beast Squad!  

In Episode 11 of The Become a Beast Podcast, I share my top 10 go-to snacks to cure midday cravings. The snacks I suggest help prevent falling prey to the time of day that many people choose unhealthy dietary practices. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) This podcast was created to answer a question posed by Beast Squad member Chris of Melbourne, Australia. He asked, "Do you have any suggestions of good food that can give me that pep up in the afternoon but is also very simple as I'm outdoors all day with no appliances to make or store?" If you want your struggle or question answered, make sure to sign up at the top to join the Beast Squad. I will send you an email immediately asking the one major struggle or question regarding health and fitness that you have. I typically try to answer them within posts, podcast episodes, or through an upcoming video. Make sure to have a pen and paper ready to jot down some of the snacks that might help you out as well. Until next time... Eat Well

Everyone wants a six-pack. Everyone. I have never heard a person says, "I want the biggest belly possible." However, most people are directed to 6 minute abs and magic pills that don't get the desired six-pack. In Episode #10 of The Become a Beast Podcast, I share how I got a six-pack and lost the belly fat. It's definitely not how you probably think nor want to hear. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) Most people think that dominated the gym is the way to get abs. However, it's the diet that can bring about the greatest success. My results are proof of it. I focused 70% of my efforts on dietary focus and eventually got a six-pack. No, it didn't happen overnight and it took a lot of effort, but it happened and you can too.  

In Episode 9 of The Become a Beast Podcast, I discuss becoming a beast, what it takes, and why you should possibly give it a try. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) I address the idea of setting one's bar too low and how setting it astronomically high can actually lead to far more being accomplished. I also share my thoughts on the primary reasons to actually becoming a beast that far-outweigh the "six-pack-mentality".  

Perfect diets do not exist. In Episode 8 of The Become a Beast Podcast, I share my thoughts on those who claim to know the perfect human dietary approach and how you can find out what is best for you. (Click here to listen, rate, and subscribe on iTunes) Anytime someone says they know the perfect way to anything, I immediately question their advice and you should too. When it comes to dietary approach, there are a lot of know-it-all's and in this episode I break down why they are wrong and how you can figure out what in the world is right for you (hint: it's testing). Thanks for joining us as always and don't forget to rate and subscribe on iTunes!