Best Marcus Filly Podcasts (2025)

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Meet the new FBB Platinum Coaches 1:13:30

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Dallas and Rachel are in town to hit some workouts and talk about our FBB Platinum Coaching! Join Persist Now: https://functional-bodybuilding.com/pages/persist#grnwgeZgGr

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57. What We Lose When We Stop Moving – with Erwan Le Corre 52:58

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I had the chance to sit down with Erwan Le Corre, one of the leading voices in natural movement. We dug into why movement matters far beyond fitness, how our bodies are designed for adaptability, and what we lose when we stop moving the way humans evolved to. Erwan also shares his passion for breath work, including his own record-breaking breath-ho…

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#75 - How To Train Less And Get Way Stronger - Ian Barseagle 1:05:35

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Ian Barseagle is a 188cm, 95kg calisthenics beast. We’re going to dive into the 2-Set Method, the “soviet strength secrets” behind it, and how you can unlock elite-level performance without spending hours in the gym. . (0:00) - 2 Set Method Explained (20:50) - Goal Setting & Motivation (26:34) - Funny Gym Story (28:56) - Managing Negative Self Talk…

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#74 - Mobility Training Will Transform Your Life - Zack Height 1:05:35

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Zack Height is a mobility and handstand expert. Why do some people unlock life-changing mobility while others stay stuck, stiff, and frustrated? For many, stretching feels like going through the motions—progress stalls, injuries creep in, and training becomes a cycle of effort without reward. Yet with the right approach, mobility can be the foundat…

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Short On Time? Use the 2x2 Rule 33:45

11d ago33:45

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What’s the minimum effective dose to build or maintain strength and muscle? If you’re short on time or tired of burning yourself out in the gym, this simple rule is for you.

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56. The Biggest Lie About Men's Mental Health 18:26

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What if everything you've been told about men's mental health is a lie? There's an untold truth behind the crisis young men face today - and it's why the mainstream narrative is failing them. From over-feminized therapy culture to the real roots of depression and anxiety, this is a no-BS roadmap to healing through embodiment, connection, purpose, a…

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When a Meathead Does Yoga 41:45

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Marcus spent a week in the redwoods doing yoga twice per day - here’s what he learned about learning how to move to keep your body safe. SPONSOR: LMNT WWW.DRINKLMNT.COM/MARCUSFILLY

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55. How Boundaries Define Masculinity - With Mark Walsh 14:07

19d ago14:07

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Can true masculinity exist without boundaries? I unpack why boundaries - personal, social, national, and behavioural - may be the core of mature masculinity. From saying no to distractions and addiction, to protecting values, integrity, and one's community, this isn’t about toxic control - it’s about psychological strength, responsibility, and self…

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#73 - The Only 10 Stretches You Need To Get Flexible (FULL BODY) 57:12

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Want to increase your flexibility? I’m joined today by movement expert William Soo, and together we’ll show you the most effective stretches for every major body part. You’ll learn how to unlock more spine mobility, shoulder mobility, and hip mobility, so you can move better, train stronger, and feel freer in your body (0:00) - Unlock Your Upper Ba…

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Showing Up in a Community 33:21

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The people around us have major impacts on our outcomes - but it’s not always easy to show up the way we want to. Today’s personal stories touch on the benefits and vulnerabilities of giving and taking from those around us.

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54. The Real Solution To Male Loneliness - With Mark Walsh 14:50

28d ago14:50

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Why are so many men lonely today? It’s deeper than social media or dating apps - it’s spiritual, cultural, and societal. In this thought-provoking video, Mark explores the hidden causes of male isolation, from the breakdown of traditional communities and brotherhood to the lack of meaningful purpose and rites of passage. Discover how the demonisati…

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#72 - 20 Most UNDERRATED Exercises for Every Muscle 1:15:57

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What's the best muscle building exercise for every muscle? This podcast breaks down the best bang for buck ways to add size to every body part. Learn how to train smarter with Daniel Vadnal and GVS from YouTube. . (0:00) - Don't Worry About Legs (0:23) - Biceps (4:25) - Triceps (12:46) - Forearms (20:16) - Side Delts (31:07) - Rear Delts (37:22) - …

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Appetite Cues and Your Environment 33:56

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Hunger cues come from the body AND the brain. Here’s how you can influence hunger with your environment, rhythms, and the choices you make throughout your day.

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53. What Happened to Masculinity – with Mark Walsh 15:23

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Masculinity’s become a battleground. In this solo episode, I dig into what’s really going on with modern men - not from an academic ivory tower, but from years of lived experience, coaching, and travel across 50 countries. I explore why young men are confused, what’s behind the collapse of traditional male roles, and how the media, academia, and co…

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#71 - 16 Harsh Truths About Calisthenics Nobody Talks About - STRIQFit 1:03:23

1M ago1:03:23

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There are a lot of myths about calisthenics which are going to be busted today. I’m joined by STRIQFit a bodyweight training expert, to break down the most common misconceptions holding people back from real progress. Today you'll learn the 16 harsh truths about calisthenics training, these are things most people get wrong when entering the bodywei…

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Staying Motivated When You Don’t Have a Goal 39:29

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Getting fired up for the gym is much easier when you feel attached to the outcome. But fitness is for life, and we don’t always have something specific to train for. Here’s our take for how to stay in it.

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52. Staying Human in a Time of Collapse - With Stephen Jenkinson 53:43

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Stephen Jenkinson doesn’t offer comfort. He offers presence, precision and poetry. In this wide-ranging and unsparing conversation, we explore what it means to live in a time of endings, and why grief isn’t something to get over, but something to serve. We speak about the crisis of meaning in modern life, the cost of a death-phobic culture, and how…

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Will Reverse Dieting Ruin My Progress? 35:05

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You can’t stay on the same low calories forever and feel good, energetic, and strong. So let’s unpack the mindset of how to eat more with intention so you can reach your next level.

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51. Fitness That Feels Good Inside and Out - With Marcus Filly 46:26

2M ago46:26

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I sat down with Marcus Filly to talk about what happens when training stops being about beating records and starts being about feeling better - mentally, emotionally and physically. We explored how Marcus shifted from elite CrossFit competition to founding Functional Bodybuilding, a method that puts longevity and mental clarity at the centre of fit…

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What it Really Takes to Build Muscle (Steroid Free) 33:49

2M ago33:49

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There’s a big misconception of what it REALLY takes to build muscle. If you’re stuck wondering if it’s your nutrition, supplements, or program, let’s rethink your approach.

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50. Why Sleeping Around Destroys You 34:39

2M ago34:39

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I want to run you through what mainstream culture might not be telling you about the hidden spiritual, emotional, and psychological costs of sleeping with multiple women. In a culture that glorifies promiscuity, I've got raw personal experiences and powerful lessons that every man needs to hear. If you're a young man navigating dating, temptation, …

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Out of Chaos, Inner Calm: Anthony Abbagnano on Breathwork, Healing & Conscious Living | EP 78 1:04:02

2M ago1:04:02

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Discover how to move from outer chaos to inner calm with Anthony Abbagnano, founder of Alchemy of Breath and author of Out of Chaos, Inner Calm. In this episode of The Wellness Lab, Anthony shares his powerful journey through breathwork, overcoming self-hatred, and accessing higher states of consciousness. Learn how the breath can transform your li…

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Climbing Fitness Everest 33:58

2M ago33:58

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How do you expect the challenge of reaching fitness goals will feel? A surprising case for why it’s beneficial to believe it will be incredibly hard.

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49. The Masculinity Crisis No One Wants to Talk About - With Richard The Fourth 1:10:49

2M ago1:10:49

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Richard The Fourth isn’t your typical YouTuber. He’s a rare voice blending cultural critique, soul-level introspection, and unapologetic truth-telling for a generation of men searching for something real. In this episode, we explore why so many young men feel lost - what’s behind the collapse of purpose, the spiritual void in modern life, and how t…

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Fighting for Control in Fitness Coaching 33:03

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So you bought a program or hired a coach - are you really ready to relinquish control? Sponsor: Transparent Labs

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48. Unlocking The Philsophy Of Breathing - With Petri Berndtson 39:27

2M ago39:27

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What if breath isn’t just a wellness tool, but a doorway into an entirely different way of thinking? Finnish philosopher Petri Berndtson returns to explore the radical idea of breathing as a foundation for philosophy itself. Drawing from Merleau-Ponty, Husserl, and his own phenomenological practice, Petri unpacks how the breath connects mind, body,…

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Functional Bodybuilding for Real Life: Marcus Filly’s 3-Step Health Blueprint | EP 77 52:18

2M ago52:18

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Discover how former CrossFit Games athlete Marcus Filly rebuilt his health, mindset, and business by developing the Functional Bodybuilding approach. In this powerful interview, Marcus breaks down the truth about intensity, recovery, and why less can actually be more especially for those juggling careers, family, and fitness goals. We dive deep int…

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The Biggest Lie in Fitness: Eat Less & Move More 38:09

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Unpacking simple statements on training, fitness, and mindset Sponsor: LMNT www.drinklmnt.com/marcusfilly

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47. The Mindset Behind Muscle and Money – With Luka Hocevar 57:41

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I sat down with Luka Hocevar, a former pro basketball player turned master fitness coach, to dig into why knowledge isn’t enough when it comes to real change. We talk nutrition myths, why people self-sabotage, and what truly drives transformation - from the gym floor to life at large. Luka’s got the science, the scars, and the stories to back it up…

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How Psychedelics Shaped My Purpose: From Fear to Freedom | EP 76 32:42

3M ago32:42

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In this episode, I open up about how psychedelics like MDMA, psilocybin, DMT, and ayahuasca completely changed my life. From frat parties and fear to deep spiritual awakening and purpose, I share my honest, unfiltered journey with these powerful medicines—and the lessons they’ve given me. I’ve experienced moments that broke me open, showed me who I…

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High Performance Foods 40:37

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Not all calories are created equal. Here’s how to get the most nutrients with the fewest amount of calories. Swap a few high performance foods in place of your most common go-to meals, and watch the wins stack up. Sponsored by TPL: https://athlete.transparentlabs.com/marcus7 Code: MARCUS for 10% off High Performance Foods: https://functional-bodybu…

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46. Powerlifting Through Trauma - With Laura Khoumari 49:37

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Trauma informed wellness coach and strength trainer Laura Khoudari joins me to talk about how she found Olympic lifting, powerlifting, being a "machine”, 'The Body Keeps the Score', why strength training is useful, body awareness, safety and trauma, collapse and victimhood, boundary issues, pulling movements, deadlifts, over-head press, being weird…

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True Story: 12 Week Fat Loss Case Study 34:27

3M ago34:27

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Don’t take our word for it. Hear the insights that our client Jeremy learned on a 12 week fat loss journey.

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How I Left My Corporate Job to Create a 7-Figure Wellness Business | EP 75 27:12

3M ago27:12

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I used to think success meant a six-figure salary, suits, and status. But underneath all of that? I was anxious, lost, and completely burned out. In this episode of The Wellness Lab, I’m opening up about how I walked away from my corporate job, hit rock bottom, and rebuilt my life into a 7-figure wellness business rooted in purpose, peace, and pass…

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45. The Truth About Trauma - With Clay Moffat 48:56

3M ago48:56

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Performance coach Clay Moffat sits down with me for a no-holds-barred conversation on trauma, resilience, and the mind-body connection. With a background spanning the military, oil and gas, and neuro-linguistic programming, Clay brings a raw, insightful perspective to the ways trauma is synthesized by the nervous system - and how our perception can…

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#70 - The Smartest Way to Train Calisthenics Strength - Sthenics 1:14:56

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What does the worst calisthenics program look like, and are you accidentally following it? In this episode, we’re joined by Denis from Sthenics to challenge popular training myths and break down the science of calisthenics mastery. Should you build strength or chase skills first? How many skills can you train at once without burning out? What’s the…

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I Don’t Want What Worked Before 33:14

3M ago33:14

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So many people we talked to are trying to get their fitness back - but doing what worked before feels way too hard. It’s not always easy, but let’s get you back on top, this time in a much more sustainable way.

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44. Peaceful Warrior Wisdom: Surrender, Discipline & Everyday Presence – With Daniel Millman 50:46

3M ago50:46

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I had a proper, grounded conversation with Dan Millman, author of Way of the Peaceful Warrior. We spoke about what it truly means to live with presence and how discipline and surrender can actually support each other, rather than compete. Dan shared personal stories and practical wisdom from his own path, offering insights that are both deeply huma…

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#69 - Calisthenics, Injury & Mental Health - Mike "The Saiyan" Smart 58:41

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Mike "The Saiyan" Smart was one of the most popular calisthenics athletes before injury ended his career. Today we talk about calisthenics, mental health and dealing with pain and injury. (0:00) - The honest truth about calisthenics (5:21) - Do genetics actually matter? (8:29) - Goal setting and rates of progress (12:31) - Turning pain into purpose…

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Why I’m Done With Bulking - And What’s Next 28:42

3M ago28:42

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A recap of Marcus’s quest to add muscle at 40 - and what comes next for fitness.

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43. How Men Can Overcome The Hurdles Of Modern Dating - With David Chambers 48:54

3M ago48:54

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Dating apps, confidence, and why your profile photo might be tanking your chances - this chat with David Chambers was sharp, funny, and full of real talk. We got into how modern men can actually thrive in dating, from crafting better profiles and messages to understanding deeper stuff like attachment, emotional maturity, and why your trauma might b…

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Dr. Erik Peper: Make Health Happen with Breath, Posture & Mindset | EP 74 53:41

4M ago53:41

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In this eye-opening episode of The Wellness Lab, Dr. Erik Peper, health psychology pioneer and professor at San Francisco State University, reveals how small shifts in breathing, posture, language, and breakfast habits can radically transform your physical and mental health. From overcoming chronic stress, anxiety, and pain to rewiring thought patt…

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Why Carbs Don’t Make You Fat 34:55

4M ago34:55

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Why we blow up after eating carbs, how carbs fuel intensity, and why carbs are not the culprit for those trying to lose weight. If you’re confused about carbs, this episode will clear things up.

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42. Cracking the Code of Modern Masculinity - with Charles Cornish-Dale (Raw Egg Nationalist) 48:41

4M ago48:41

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Charles Cornish-Dale - better known as Raw Egg Nationalist - joins me for a frank chat on masculinity, food, and the politics that bind them. Recently doxxed, he’s no longer behind a pseudonym and has plenty to say now that he’s speaking openly. We talk about his new book The Last Men, the controversial Eggs Benedict Option cookbook, and why he see…

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Big Squat - Better Golf (And Everything Else You Love) 32:41

4M ago32:41

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Would a better golf game get you into the gym? Connect your passion to your strength routine and have way more fun on the fairway. Sponsor: https://drinklmnt.com/marcusfilly

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How To Thrive As A Man | EP 73 40:04

4M ago40:04

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What does it truly mean to thrive as a man—not just survive or strive? In this talk from the No More Heroes Summit, I share my personal journey of what it means to be a spiritual warrior in today’s world. This isn’t about outdated ideas of masculinity. It’s about integrating presence, purpose, compassion, and the courage to face what’s within. I wa…

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41. Why Everyone Needs Therapy (Even Zen Masters) - With Keith Martin-Smith 45:32

4M ago45:32

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Zen priest, author, and developmental thinker Keith Martin-Smith returns for a dive into what happens when ancient wisdom meets modern trauma. We riff on the psychology gaps in traditional meditation, why some Buddhists need therapy more than enlightenment, and how writing a biography of a Zen master changed Keith’s own practice. It’s candid, occas…

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#68 - Why Building Muscle Won't Fix Your Problems - Chris "Beastmode" Jones 1:16:55

4M ago1:16:55

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Meet Chris Beastmode Jones, a YouTube fitness legend I've been following since 2012. His passion for working out while motivate you to level up inside the gym and outside. What does it take to build muscle naturally? What are some of the forgotten methods and principles we're overlooking in our workout programs? A discussion on the mental health be…

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Introduction to Wellness Equation | EP 72 19:03

4M ago19:03

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In this episode, I break down the first part of what I call the Wellness Equation: Health. Over the years—both personally and professionally—I’ve learned that real wellness doesn’t happen by accident. It’s a conscious process that requires intention and consistency. In this episode, I share the four health pillars that form the foundation of my app…

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Nutrition Rapid-Fire 32:09

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Fasting, setting up your fridge to be ready for anything, and more - we’re covering all the nutrition questions! Join Persist Platinum! https://functional-bodybuilding.com/pages/persist