➢ Apply for 1 on 1 coaching www.colossusfitness.comSummary of episode:(0:00) - Intro1- You don’t need to do endless cardio to lose fat.2- You can’t out-train a bad diet3- Supplements are the biggest money grab in the industry.4- You’re not seeing results because you’re not consistent enough5- You don’t need detoxes, cleanses, etc6- You can enjoy food, travel, and drinks and get results7- Most influencers don’t train/live the way they say they do.8- You don’t need to train abs to see absThanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.➢Follow us on instagram @colossusfit➢Apply to get your Polished Physique: https://colossusfitness.com/
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Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about how to lose weight for life, avoid overthinking and proper workout structure.
(0:20) - Question 1- I’ve lost weight a few different times but never seem to keep it off. How do you guys make sure weight loss is forever instead of a phase?
(11:27) - Kyle quote: “Don’t wait until you reach your goal to be proud of yourself. Be proud of every step you take.”
(13:30) Josh quote: “You don’t get the body you want by doing what’s comfortable. You get it by doing what’s required.”
What has us excited or intrigued:
(18:40) - Client shoutout: Jose Garcia- 17lbs down in 12 weeks
(21:55) - Question 2- I find I constantly over think and have a hard time making the right decisions for me, on my journey. Then I end up doing nothing. How would you navigate this?
(30:35) Question 3- I find my workout takes over 2 hours. Once I do 15 mins mobility, 15 mins warmup etc, I’m already 30 mins in. Any tips to speed it up?
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In this episode I go over different ways and strategies for managing strength training with endurance training, while getting results.
In this case, I’ll be referring quite a bit to my marathon training and how I managed it all.
(0:00) - Intro
(3:45) 1- Scheduling will be everything
Often I’d have to double up (early run, lift later)
Following your schedule instead of emotions will be KEY
(6:14) - 2- Follow a properly periodized routine
Running, lifting, etc
(8:20) 3- Prioritize what’s valuable to you
Might have to cut out bicep curls and other intense sports during these times
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(11:52) 4- Avoid cutting corners w/ strength training
huge mistake from runners
(16:16) - Recover like an athlete
Sleep 7–9 hours - your recovery is what drives muscle retention.
Manage stress - too much fatigue from both styles kills progress.
Stay hydrated and consider electrolytes for longer cardio sessions.
(18:03) - 6- Get used to being uncomfortable & embrace the suck
Soreness will be normal
Being tired will be normal
(19:47) 7- Understand the importance of listening to your body
Listed points:
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Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about how to get rid of skinny fat, fat loss tips for women & the truth about business partners.
(0:39) - Question 1- I’m not overweight, but I have very little muscle and noticeable fat around my stomach and chest. Why does my body look soft even though I’m technically at a healthy weight, and how can I change that? I think the term is called skinny fat.
(8:50) - Josh quote: "Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does" William James
(12:00) - Kyle quote: “The real reason you're tired all the time: It's not your workload. It's your open loops. The text you haven't answered. The apology you owe. The decision you're avoiding. The conversation you keep postponing. These run in the background of your mind all day, draining your battery. Close your loops. Watch your energy return. Mental clutter is more exhausting than physical work ever will be.”
(13:30) - What has us excited or intrigued:
(15:25) - Client shoutout: Yong
(18:00) Question 2- I’m a 39 year old female, very busy with work and kids, what do you find is the biggest thing that holds someone like myself back from seeing change?
(24:00) - Question 3- I know you guys have mentioned being in business together 10+ years. I’m starting a business with a friend and hear horror stories about having business partners.
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In this episode we share the tips and principles to help you stay on track during tougher times such as fast food, restaurants, etc.
Often people are good about staying on track during perfect situations, but really struggle when it comes to fast food, restaurants, etc.
(0:00) - Intro
(01:41) 1 - Focus on protein and build from there.
Carbs and fats are literally everywhere you look
Healthy plate:
Protein (chicken, steak, fish, tofu)
Veggies (salad, grilled, or steamed)
Smart carbs (rice, potatoes, wraps, pita)
(04:23) 2- Have some staples you typically choose
Ex- chipotle/bowl places for fast food
Restaurant- chicken salad, steak & salad, bowls, etc
(05:41) 3- Try to avoid liquid and unnecessary calories
-ex pop with a burger order
-cocktails when out
-If drinking alcohol, go for vodka soda, light beer, or wine and limit to 1–2
(08:08) 4- Customize your order (politely)
Sauces/dressings on the side
Grilled instead of fried
Extra veggies instead of fries
Half rice / half salad base
(10:56) 5- Be honest about what you value
-Unfortunately, it’s extremely hard to have unlimited apps, a big entree, dessert, drinks etc and still see progress.
(12:10) 6- Eat until you’re 80% full.
You don’t need to finish everything in front of you
If portions are huge, eat half and bring half home
(15:12) 7- Log even if you’re unsure & make sure to overlog
All places are designed to have you come back with tons of oils, butters & sauces
(16:58) 8- Use eating out as a skill, not a setback
The goal isn’t to avoid restaurants forever - it’s to learn how to make smart choices no matter where you are.
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Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about how to stay consistent with training, how to have great hotel gym workouts & how to choose a personal trainer.
(00:00) - Intro
(00:37) - Question 1 - How can I stay consistent with training? I find it hard for me to stay on track for longer than a month.
(10:14) - Josh quote : “The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra.” — Jimmy Johnson
(12:43) - Kyle quote : “If you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it”
What has us excited or intrigued:
(21:35) - Client shoutout : Sarah
(23:07) - Question 2 - I’ve got a trip planned where I’ll be using my hotel gym. How can I get the best workout in without having the best equipment?
(30:05) - Question 3 - What to look for when choosing a personal trainer? I’ve never hired one and am honestly worried about losing money and not seeing results.
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Summary of episode: In today’s episode I am going to share the secrets to how I have been able to stay ripped and lean for 10+ years without struggling. The secret is something I call the freedom formula.
Listed points: (00:00)
Story about our journeys:
Real talk today, highs and lows of my journey
How I eat using the freedom formula (3 P’S):
(07:12) Path - What are you working towards / becoming? How are you doing it - what path works for you?
(10:06) Protein, calories goals
(14:11) Percentage - 80/20
Why does this work?
It takes what’s complex and makes it simple.
The complexity continues in execution, where I make it easy
Making sure data is actually strong data - pre loging v adding after
Spreadsheet
Ability to adjust and having confidence I’m on the right path
Special circumstances, protein fasts, diet breaks, refeeds, reverse dieting
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If you’re done with struggling and want this freedom from dieting, DM me “FREEDOM” to work with me 1/1.
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Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about how to fix hormonal damage, best non scale ways to track progress and how our Texas trip was.
Josh quote (14:20) : Tony Robins “The more progress you make, the happier you are.” -
Kyle quote (12:04): there’s always going to be a party. The bars will always be there. No matter how many of you are; they’re always open. What’s not always open is the opportunity to check the box of achieving your dreams”
What has us excited or intrigued:
Client shoutout (23:29): Jorge & Dean
Where we’re at in our journey?:
Links Discussed in episode:
Weekly questions:
Question 1 (00:35) - What are the best ways to track progress? I already weigh-in everyday but I want more ways to quantify my progress.
Question 2 (27:02) - How was Texas and why were you down here?
Question 3 (30:35) - How to fix hormonal damage so you can actually start losing fat?
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In this episode we go over 9 simple ways to be more fit, healthier & happier this fall.
Listed points:
(1:29) spend time in the sun each day
(3:05) Get outside and on more walks (Hikes, more movement)
(5:02) - Stay hydrated (Set a hydration goal, buy a new water bottle)
(5:49) - Enjoy healthy fall foods instead of unhealthy ones (Chilli, soups, stew, tea - enjoy others in moderation)
(8:30) - Spend some more time in the gym
(9:28) - Revist what your goals are (Cutting and bulking cycles)
(10:50) - Set goals for the end of the year / Set a new challenge - Be on your phone and screens less (Allow yourself to be bored)
(12:40) - Schedule in some things you’re looking forward to (Be seasonally appropriate)
(13:50) - Maximize your inputs (Limit screen rot - study & be curious)
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Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about how to fix form, navigating peer pressure and hit macros without having control over food.
Josh quote: Treat yourself like someone you are responsible for helping.
Kyle quote: Eat single-ingredient foods. Lift 4x a week. Walk 10k steps. Sleep 7+ hours. Skip the booze. Do it for 90 days… you won’t even recognize yourself.”
What has us excited or intrigued:
Client shoutout: Chelsea
Where we’re at in our journey?:
Links Discussed in episode:
Weekly questions:
Question 1- How do you navigate peer pressure when eating out or being around friends who aren’t into fitness?
Question 2- What are some good general tips to give me better form in the gym for most exercises?
Question 3- What are your tips if you are traveling for work and the schedule is set (meetings start 8am and dinner and social hour goes until about 11pm). I get my morning runs in but meals are also provided so I don’t have much control over what I choose to eat and have to scale back from workouts compared to when I’m home. - Amber Chien
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Summary of episode: (00:00)
(01:13) Get started - start small and build up (Change enviroment, declutter, get out of the house, switch things up)
(03:17) Get some goals (Find your why and have it mean something to you)
(05:20) Accountability (There will be tough days, someone to be strong when you’re weak - don’t let this be chat gpt, friend, coach, trainer)
(07:48) Make real stakes
(10:16) Create the routine that will set you up for success (Start with the morning and establish the biggest movers)
(12:41) Make it easy on yourself (Healthy food, gym routine)
(13:53) Have motivational crutches
(16:46) Recovery properly
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Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about must know unique gym hacks, the best time to workout for best results and how to improve recovery.
Josh quote (14:46) : “Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about dancing in the rain.” - Greg Plitt
Kyle quote (19:24): “The body keeps score. If we don't take care of ourselves physically, if we don't align ourselves properly, it doesn't matter how strong we are mentally or spiritually.”
What has us excited or intrigued:
Client shoutout (26:23): Chris Rogers
Question 1 (00:27) - Is it possible to lose weight without tracking my food intake?
Question 2 (28:05)- Is there really a ‘best’ time to train, or does it just depend on your schedule?
Question 3 (32:31)- I’ve been pretty sore no matter what I do, what are some eas ways to improve my recovery?
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This week, I sit down with Caleb to talk about the real side of transformation, not just the weight lost, but the mindset shifts, the wins, the struggles, and the lessons learned along the way.
We dig into the moment that sparked his fitness journey, how being a parent shaped his motivation, and the biggest changes he’s felt since dropping from 222 lbs to 195 lbs.
Caleb opens up about navigating injuries, finding balance on the weekends, and pushing through those tough mental battles when quitting feels easier.
I really feel like you're going to enjoy this episode. Thanks for tuning in.
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Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about how to speed up your metabolism, avoid over eating and biggest podcast struggles.
(0:00) - Intro
Question 1- (00:46) What if anything you do you find hard about podcasting? I don’t get how it seems so easy to you guys. Would love to hear more about this.Josh quote: (14:13) “Just do it.”Kyle quote: (09:54) “If you have someone that believes in you, it’ll completely change everything for you.”What has us excited or intrigued:
Client shoutout: (24:36) Clients that completed the challenge
Question 2- (26:12) How can I improve my metabolism? I hear a lot of buzz around this and I feel my metabolism is broken.
Question 3- (34:27) How can I simply stop over eating, how do you help your clients with this?
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The first 20 lbs come off with effort. The last 10? That’s a game of precision, patience, and discipline.
(0:00) - Intro
1- (01:25) Dial in Nutrition w/ precision
Tighten tracking/start tracking
Measuring cups, food scales, limit random costco snacks, kids snacks etc.
“I want to lose fat but don’t want to track”
2- (05:17) Increase Output
Increase steps & cardio to ensure you’re in a bigger deficit
3- (08:35) Ensure you’re using data properly
Daily weigh-ins, weekly averages
Progress photos, measurements
4 (11:51) - Utilize advanced Tools
Most important one here, the last bit of weight comes off with patience and consistency.
Being honest with yourself
Set a new standard
Add in diet breaks, refeeds, reverse diets, etc as you see fit
5- (14:44) Lifestyle & Recovery -Focus on sleep and stress management
Cut out alcohol
6- (17:13) Mindset & Patience
Most important one here, the last bit of weight comes off with patience and consistency.
Being honest with yourself
Set a new standard
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Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about how to grow your glutes, work through injuries & best fitness accomplishments.
( 00:00) - Intro
(0:20) - Question 1 - What are the best exercises and ways to grow your glutes safely and effectively?
(16:07)- Josh quote "Busy is never a valid excuse. Either you care enough to make the time, or you don't."
(21:44) - Kyle quote “A lot of people wait for the perfect condition to start, but don’t realize starting is the perfect condition.”
What has us excited or intrigued:
(28:33) - Client shoutout: Ryan
(31:32) - Question 2 - How can you keep training and making progress while dealing with an injury?
(37:09) - Question 3 - What’s your biggest fitness accomplishment that you’re proud of?
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Summary of episode:
(0:00) - Intro
There’s a lot of very obvious mistakes that people make on their journey such as not hitting calories, skipping workouts, etc.
But even worse, there’s an insane amount of “hidden” mistakes.
These are things that make you feel like you’re doing it all right, but you’re still not seeing true change.
1- (01:26) More sets, more reps, more everything
Superset example.
Barbell bench, flat db bench, into db lateral raises
2- (03:31) Eating healthy without tracking calories
3- (05:56) Free programs
“The more you pay, the more you pay attention”
4- (07:18) Supplements/health drinks etc
You’re taking a bunch of vitamins, shakes, cleanse stuff etc
Poppi example
5- (08:42) Pickleball/recovery/sauna - you’re showing up
6 - (10:30) Workout classes
7- (16:13) Tommy texting
“But I went to the gym today, I was there 2 hours”
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Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about top tips to stay on track while travelling, if meal timing at night matters & how to stay fit as a new parent.
(0:00) - Intro
(00:44) Question 1- Top tips to stay fit while travelling
(13:15)Josh quote: “How you do anything is how you do everything.”
(16:49) Kyle quote: Do what you can, with what you have, where you are." – Theodore Roosevelt
What has us excited or intrigued:
(19:44) - Client shoutout - Nicole
(23:24) Question 2- Does meal timing and eating late at night really matter?
(26:35) Question 3- What tips do you have for new parents navigating fitness?
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In this episode I interview Tayler who has lost over 100lbs. Give it a listen as I know you'll be able to learn a lot.
(0:00) - Intro
(0:52) - What was life like for you before you started your weight loss journey? In terms of exercise, nutrition etc
(2:50) - Was there a specific moment or turning point when you knew you had to make a change?
(5:40) - What were some of the first small changes you made that really started to add up?
(7:00) - What identity change did you see as the journey shifted?
(8:30) - Tell me more about your journey with no alcohol & sobriety?
(12:20) - Was there a point where you debated hopping on a trend/fad, etc?
(14:25) - How did you manage this journey through grad school, working full time, etc?
(17:30) - How did you navigate this journey while dealing with the hip surgery?
(21:00) - How powerful was the accountability for you?
(27:30) - What helped push you through the early challenges on your journey?
(29:25) - If you could go back and give your past self one piece of advice before starting, what would it be?
(30:45) - Any personal growth book that stands out to you?
(32:40) - What habits do you have daily that helps you stay on track?
(35:30) - How do you think your results might have been different if you didn’t have a program/community/coaching?
(38:50) - Any other setbacks or obstacles you had to go through in your journey?
(41:40) - If someone’s on the fence about joining, what would you tell them based on what you’ve seen as a coach?
(43:00) - Favourite quote?
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In this episode I interview coach Armando, where do go in depth on a number of different topics that I know you'll find interesting.
Nutrition, fat loss, fitness struggles, & so much more. Enjoy this amazing episode!
(0:00) - Intro
(1:40) - Tell me more about your background into fitness?
(4:03) - What kind of setbacks did you face in your early years of fitness?
(6:09) - What was the course called that you studied in college?
(7:04) - What are some common mistakes you see people making that’s holding them back from seeing results?
(9:30) - What are some ways and strategies you’ll use to help out when you find a client is struggling?
(11:45) - What do you think is the number one reason people stay consistent in our program?
(15:25) - Does any one transformation really stand out to you that you've helped out?
(18:10) - What tips do you have for anyone that has some sort of setback or Injury?
(21:01) - Why do you think accountability is so important?
(22:55) - What is it that you’re currently training for?
(23:40) - How are you finding managing strength training and marathon training?
(24:35) - Have you ever thought of doing hyrox?
(26:33) - What kind of tips do you have for someone to do hybrid training?
(29:01) - Is there anything in the fitness industry that bothers you?
(31:02) - What are some important initial habits needed to ensure you stick to the journey?
(33:30) - What’s your biggest nutriton tip?
(35:20) - Why is our program so good for busy people?
(37:25) - If someone’s on the fence about joining, what would you tell them based on what you’ve seen as a coach?
(39:15) - Anything else you’d like to share for someone looking to lose weight and see results?
(42:33) - What’s your favourite quote?
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