#11 - Pushing Limits, Going Viral, & Spreading Positivity With Ian Fonville The Tailgate Coffee Table podcast

#11 - Pushing Limits, Going Viral, & Spreading Positivity with Ian Fonville

17d ago 34:05

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Alex sits down with Ian Fonville (better known as Fonzian), a Gymshark athlete and social media influencer. They discuss the craft of making a French Vanilla Iced Americano, share personal transformation stories, and delve into Ian's journey from battling severe acne to becoming a successful content creator. Ian talks about the importance of pushing limits, staying disciplined, and helping others realize their potential. The episode highlights the realities of social media, the significance of perseverance, and the impact of spreading positivity. If you’re in for a conversation outside the bounds of small talk, tune in as a fly on the wall as we sip coffee, share stories, and discover new perspectives on life.

Key Takeaways:

• How did Ian Fonville transition from dealing with severe acne and serving in the military to becoming a successful social media influencer and Gymshark athlete?

• Why does Ian emphasize the importance of authenticity and community in social media, and how does he motivate his friends to push their personal limits?

• What insights do Ian and Alex provide on adapting to changes in content creation and the responsibilities of being a social media influencer?

Key Timestamps:

(00:00) - Meet Ian: From Backne to Gymshark

(01:47) - My Life Started When My Acne Ended

(06:35) - The Military 9 to 5

(12:55) - Lift Heavy, Eat Protein, and Have Fun

(14:45) - The Overload of Information on Social Media

(18:03) - The One Thing You’re Struggling With

(22:25) - Crashing Out on Social Media

(30:31) - Being Yourself Online

(32:35) - Who Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?

Key Topics Discussed:

The Tailgate Coffee Table, Alex Moe, TheMacroBarista, Ian Fonville, Fonzian, Sure, How to Make French Vanilla Iced Americano at Home, Story Behind the Americano Coffee During World War II, Ian Fonville Gymshark Athlete Journey, Inspirational Fitness Transformations on Social Media, Benefits of Creating Low-Calorie Coffee Drinks, Transitioning From Military to Social Media Influencer, Stop Overcomplicating Fitness

Mentions:

Website: https://fonzian.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fonzian

More of Alex:

Recipe Books: https://themacrobarista.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themacrobarista

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themacrobarista/

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