Kris Gethin is one of the most recognizable figures in the global fitness industry, known for his role as the longtime Editor-in-Chief of Bodybuilding.com, his transformation programs, and his relentless commitment to physical and mental growth.
In this conversation, Kris shares his philosophy and experience around personal transformation - physically, mentally, and emotionally.
He dives into:
• Why some corners of the industry resist the idea of “transformations”
• How real transformations start in the mind before the body
• Why being selfish can actually make you a better person
• The power of surrounding yourself with the right people
• The character traits that predict lasting success in fitness and life
• When and why you might need to change your environment - or even your relationships - to sustain growth
• Lessons from decades in bodybuilding and endurance sports
• How Kris approaches hybrid training for longevity and performance
• Whether something like Bodybuilding.com could ever happen again in today’s social media era
• Why we should all do more hard things
• And much more
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:16 Meet Kris Gethin: Fitness Legend
01:12 The Importance of Transformations
03:27 Sustaining Weight Loss and Healthy Habits
10:40 The Role of Technology in Fitness
13:22 Selfishness vs. Selflessness in Fitness
17:52 The Rise and Influence of Bodybuilding.com
23:12 The Shift Towards Longevity and Biohacking
25:39 The Importance of Purpose and Longevity
27:44 The Impact of Social Media Algorithms
29:46 Embracing Hardship for Growth
35:26 Balancing Hybrid Training
42:19 The Power of Digital Detox and Meditation
45:27 Seasonal Training and Personal Fulfillment
47:39 Final Thoughts and Resources
SUPPORT THE SHOW
If this episode helped you, you can help me by:
• Subscribing and checking out more episodes
• Sharing it on your social media (tag me - I'll respond)
• Sending it to a friend who needs this
FOLLOW ANDREW COATES
Instagram: @andrewcoatesfitness
Website: https://www.andrewcoatesfitness.com
PARTNERS & RESOURCES
RP Strength App (use code COATESRP)
https://www.rpstrength.com/coates
Just Bite Me Meals (use code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10% off)
https://justbitememeals.com/
MacrosFirst (nutrition tracking)
https://www.macrosfirst.com/
KNKG Bags (15% off)
https://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676
Versa Gripps (discount link)
https://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoates
TRAINHEROIC - FREE 90-DAY TRIAL (2 steps)
Reply to the email you receive (or email trials@trainheroic.com) and let them know I sent you