Conquer The Day - Brian Pickowicz and Lindsey Rago

View Top 200 Chart

Back to Rankings Page

Education
**Conquer The Day – Brian Pickowicz and Lindsey Rago**

If you’re an ambitious professional, seeking to better your body, master your mind, and elevate your spirit, Conquer the Day hosted by Brian Pickowicz and Lindsey Rago is the podcast for you.

Brian and Lindsey are seasoned fitness and wellness coaches who help their clients ascend to the next level of their life by building practical, actionable habits into their daily routines.

This podcast brings a raw, open dialogue on the tactics and strategies you need to get incredible results and build a healthy life, while learning to better manage the other areas of life that matter most.

From experts in nutrition, physical fitness, personal growth, mindfulness, and relationship habits Conquer the Day brings on experts from every field to everything you need to live a more active, fulfilling life.

Our mission is to create a weekly experience that gives you a jumpstart, gets you moving and helps you become the leader, you’ve always wanted to be!

Tune in and together, let’s Conquer the Day!

Latest Episodes:

Overcoming The REAL Reasons We Overeat with Author and Holistic Nutritionist, Sara Best May 16, 2023

Show notes

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

How to cultivate a healthy, positive relationship with the food you eat.

The true importance of mindfulness when eating.

The impact of food on our mental health and overall well being.

Practical ways to combat emotional eating and take back control.

Resources + Links:

Connect with Sara on Instagram | @sarabestnutrition

Go to https://sarabest.com/ to learn more about healthy eating habits!

Buy your copy of Turning Off the Tap on Amazon! | https://www.amazon.com/Turning-Off-Tap-Overcoming-Reasons/dp/1999166701

The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer

Join our free Facebook Group, Energy Secrets for Business Owners and Professionals, for more content, live coaching, and a kick ass community HERE: https://fitnessproject.kartra.com/page/energysecrets

WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

-- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

Check out our client transformations:

https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

@conquerthedaypodcast

Connect with Lindsey Rago

Instagram | @raygobomb

Facebook | @lindseyrago

Connect with Brian Pickowicz

Instagram | @brianpickowicz

Connect with The Fitness Project for Inspiring, Healthy Content

Facebook | The Fitness Project Co

Instagram | @thefitnessprojectco

Show Notes:

How do you take back control to combat emotional overeating? This week's special guest is registered holistic nutritionist and author of Turning Off the Tap: Overcoming the Real Reasons We Overeat, Sara Best! With her expertise in the field of nutrition and wellness, Sara helps others repair and improve how they approach food so they can get back to reconnecting with their bodies. We'll have an educational conversation about the importance of mindful eating, the impact of our food on our mental health, how the relationships we build with food affects our overall well being, and even more. From this episode, you'll learn practical ways to listen to what your body needs in order to cultivate a healthier relationship with what you eat. No more quick fixes! Turn off the tap once and for all and start seeing real progress!

01:35 Cultivate a healthy relationship with the food you eat with Sara Best, a registered holistic nutritionist and expert in the field of nutrition & wellness!

03:20 Why do we struggle to make progress even when we understand our eating habits?

06:00 What goes into a relationship with food?

08:50 How can we become more aware of the way we build relationships with food?

11:45 How does gender play into our relationship with food?

14:30 A healthy relationship with food & your body.

17:20 How does your relationship with food impact the results you get?

19:15 Turning off the faucet.

22:20 How do you start to turn off the tap?

24:45 What is the neuroscience of food?

29:05 How do you take back control?

31:55 How can we approach awareness with grace and mindfulness?

34:50 Turning mindset into action.

37:10 What if we trusted our bodies?

40:35 What is mindful eating?

44:20 Why do we need to listen to our bodies more?

48:15 What is one practice we can apply starting today?

49:50 What is one book you believe everyone should read?

50:10 What is one question we should all ask ourselves?

50:35 What advice would you give to yourself 10 years from now?

51:10 What is one habit that helps you conquer your day?

Embrace Challenges that Build You: Lessons From My Lindsey's First Ultra Marathon May 09, 2023

Show notes

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

The takeaways & insights from Lindsey's first ultra marathon.

Motivational lessons you can apply to your fitness journey.

How to push through and make the most of the highs & lows.

Resources + Links:

WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

-- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

Check out our client transformations:

https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

@conquerthedaypodcast

Connect with Lindsey Rago

Instagram | @raygobomb

Facebook | @lindseyrago

Connect with Brian Pickowicz

Instagram | @brianpickowicz

Connect with The Fitness Project for Inspiring, Healthy Content

Facebook | The Fitness Project Co

Instagram | @thefitnessprojectco

Show Notes:

Ready, set, conquer the day! Today, we're celebrating Lindsey's first ever ultra marathon! Lindsey will go from co-host to guest interviewee as we explore the important lessons and insights she learned during the race. As we go, we'll look back at the experience to talk about the pivots, mindset shifts, and affirmations Lindsey needed to push through and make the most of both the highs and the lows. We hope you'll be able to take away value and motivation from this episode to apply to your own fitness journey. Whatever your personal finish line looks like, find out what it takes to cross it with a bang!

01:40 What are we celebrating today?

03:20 Defining ultra running.

05:20 What attracted you to ultra marathons?

09:55 How did your intentions change before the run?

13:25 What did you learn from the first loop?

16:55 What lesson surfaced during the second loop?

18:50 Pivoting your thought process towards success.

22:00 How did you push through the pain and what did you learn from it?

27:30 How did you train affirmations throughout the rest of the race?

29:10 Why did Brian join the race?

31:45 What did we learn from the experience of running together?

35:40 The final push.

39:00 What was it like to cross the finish line?

42:55 What are your final thoughts and insights?

1 Skill You Need for Faster, Sustainable Results in Your Fitness May 02, 2023

Show notes

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

The one skill you need for faster, more sustainable results.

How to acquire this skill and accelerate your growth.

Resources + Links:

WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

-- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

Check out our client transformations:

https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

@conquerthedaypodcast

Connect with Lindsey Rago

Instagram | @raygobomb

Facebook | @lindseyrago

Connect with Brian Pickowicz

Instagram | @brianpickowicz

Connect with The Fitness Project for Inspiring, Healthy Content

Facebook | The Fitness Project Co

Instagram | @thefitnessprojectco

Show Notes:

Feeling stuck? Are you unable to hold yourself accountable? You might be missing this one important skill to level up! Today, we're sharing the cheat codes to life that'll help you unlock your path to long lasting success! We're going to explore in depth the one skill you need for faster, sustainable results and the steps you can do to acquire it. If you're looking to optimize your time and energy, get the support you really need, and put your fitness journey on the accelerated track to growth, then this is your episode. Invest in yourself to grow where you want to grow!

01:15 Is your strength your greatest weakness?

03:20 What is the one skill you need for long lasting results?

06:05 Your spring check-in.

08:00 Where should you put your time and energy?

11:45 How do you acquire this skill?

14:25 What are the best investments to make?

How to get UNSTUCK when You can't "Just Do It," so You can Move Towards Your Full POTENTIAL with Keri Ford and Jake Kauffman Apr 25, 2023

Show notes

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

How to get unstuck and begin your healing process.

The tools to upgrade your identity.

Embracing self development to move towards your full potential.

Resources + Links:

Connect with Keri | https://elevatewithkeri.com/

Connect with Jake | https://www.jacobkauffman.com/

Get your digital copy of Let Love In for $0.99 until April 28!

A Return to Love with Marianne Williamson

From Wild Man to Wise Man by Richard Rohr and Joseph Martos

WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

-- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

Check out our client transformations:

https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

@conquerthedaypodcast

Connect with Lindsey Rago

Instagram | @raygobomb

Facebook | @lindseyrago

Connect with Brian Pickowicz

Instagram | @brianpickowicz

Connect with The Fitness Project for Inspiring, Healthy Content

Facebook | The Fitness Project Co

Instagram | @thefitnessprojectco

Show Notes:

Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel trapped in a state of stress? If you're a high performer looking to reach their full potential, then this episode is for you! Today, we're learning how to peel back the layers to begin healing and usher in new opportunities for self development with power couple, Jake Kauffman and Keri Ford! From restaurant employee to healthcare salesman to successful coach, Jake is now a personal transformation coach, author, and speaker. Keri is a holistic life coach, motivational speaker, and author who helps modern day women overcome anxiety to live the life they love. Our conversation goes deep as we explore the inner work it takes to get to the roots, increase awareness of your body, upgrade your identity, and even more – all so you can reach your full potential. Find out how you can never get stuck again!

01:30 Meet the power couple, Keri Ford and Jake Kauffman, life & transformation coaches, authors, and speakers!

03:00 What led you to coaching?

07:15 What does it mean to acknowledge abuse and trauma?

09:25 Why do we get stuck?

13:15 Feeling safe in your nervous system.

15:00 How do you build awareness in your body?

17:45 How can you reframe your strength to foster growth?

20:15 The issue with overcorrecting.

24:20 What are some unconscious responses to pushing ourselves?

29:15 How do you start healing?

32:05 What would you say to someone who rejects doing the deep work?

36:40 What do you do when you get stuck?

38:55 Psychology over skill.

41:05 How do you upgrade your identity?

46:35 How do you approach self development without falling to procrastination?

50:00 Putting it all on the line.

53:25 What is one book that has impacted your life more than any other?

55:25 What is one question everyone should ask themselves?

55:55 What is your definition of paradise?

The Keys to PERMANENT PROGRESS: Progress Over Perfection, Getting Your Spouse on Board, and Making Your Health a Priority for Life Apr 18, 2023

Show notes

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

How to approach fitness to make it a permanent part of your life.

The key habits behind sustainable progress, even after you hit your hit.

How to garner support from your spouse in your fitness journey.

Resources + Links:

Follow The Barbell Lifestyle Podcast on Instagram | @barbelllifestylepodcast

Check out The Barbell Lifestyle podcast on Apple Podcasts!

The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks

WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

-- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

Check out our client transformations:

https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

@conquerthedaypodcast

Connect with Lindsey Rago

Instagram | @raygobomb

Facebook | @lindseyrago

Connect with Brian Pickowicz

Instagram | @brianpickowicz

Connect with The Fitness Project for Inspiring, Healthy Content

Facebook | The Fitness Project Co

Instagram | @thefitnessprojectco

Show Notes:

You've finally made real progress on your health & fitness journey! … Now, how do you keep it? Today, we wanted to share our interview from The Barbell Lifestyle podcast with hosts Marissa Roy and Christina Lynn! In this interview, we talk about how you can approach fitness in a way that creates lasting transformation in your life! As we go, we discuss the keys to sustainable progress, making your health a priority, and conditioning yourself to be who you want to be, even after you've hit your goals. How do you get your spouse to support you? What does your personal growth have to do with fitness? How can you get the results you want to see, and how do you get them to last? We're answering these and even more, so don't miss out on making your permanent progress a reality!

00:00 Introducing our interview from The Barbell Lifestyle podcast with Marissa Roy and Christina Lynn!

03:00 How did your health journeys bring you to where you are today?

09:20 How did your relationship impact your personal growth and business?

11:00 What small mentalities did you have to outgrow?

15:05 What helped you break the cycle?

19:30 How does your surroundings affect your progress?

22:00 The push & pull of progress.

25:15 How can you condition yourself to be who you want to be?

28:25 Turning discomfort into your comfort zone for better growth.

31:25 Why do we need clear vision to get results?

35:45 How does personal growth relate to fitness?

37:45 What are the responsibilities of the coach and of the client?

40:00 How to get your spouse to support your fitness journey.

46:50 What key habits help make a lasting transformation?

50:55 What is one simple tip to live your healthiest, sustainable lifestyle?

Hey, Here's a BETTER Way to Diet Apr 11, 2023

Show notes

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

A better, healthier way to diet for weight loss.

How to achieve physical results that will last.

Tools for creating healthy habits with your food.

Resources + Links:

WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

-- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

Check out our client transformations:

https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

@conquerthedaypodcast

Connect with Lindsey Rago

Instagram | @raygobomb

Facebook | @lindseyrago

Connect with Brian Pickowicz

Instagram | @brianpickowicz

Connect with The Fitness Project for Inspiring, Healthy Content

Facebook | The Fitness Project Co

Instagram | @thefitnessprojectco

Show Notes:

Your path to better dieting starts here! With summer coming up, we all want to be in the best shape possible to show up confidently. That's why we're sharing the roadmap to a better, healthier way to approach dieting for weight loss! We'll walk you through the steps to creating healthy habits with your food, from mindset to mindfulness and everything in between. You'll learn how to feel good in your body and get results that last, all while eating what you want. Step into your best self for the summer and beyond!

01:35 Is there a better way to diet for weight loss?

04:50 What happens when we overcorrect?

08:25 Changing your mindset for longevity.

12:00 Why do we need to take inventory and how do we do it?

14:20 What does it mean to be mindful?

17:40 What foods do we need to add in?

20:20 How to repair your relationship with healthy food.

23:30 How can you achieve physical results?

What Delaina had to Do, Believe, and Become to Lose 70 lbs, Run her First Marathon, and Build a Healthy, Balanced Lifestyle Apr 04, 2023

Show notes

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

What it takes to sustainably lose weight and feel confident.

The biggest challenges and sticking points of an 18 month health journey.

How to take the first step towards a better you.

Resources + Links:

WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

-- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

Check out our client transformations:

https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

@conquerthedaypodcast

Connect with Lindsey Rago

Instagram | @raygobomb

Facebook | @lindseyrago

Connect with Brian Pickowicz

Instagram | @brianpickowicz

Connect with The Fitness Project for Inspiring, Healthy Content

Facebook | The Fitness Project Co

Instagram | @thefitnessprojectco

Show Notes:

What do you have to do to become the best version of yourself? Join us in welcoming back Delaina McCarthy, the full time paralegal and law school student, to see how far she's come in her 18 month health & fitness journey! Since the last time we saw her, Delaina has lost 70 lbs, ran her first marathon, and built a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Today, we're going to find out how she did it and what it really takes to get to your peak performance. If you want to feel confident inside and outside, then you won't want to miss out on this episode! Take the first step towards a better you starting now!

00:00 Say hello (again!) to Delaina McCarthy to see how far she's come to lose 70 lbs, run her first marathon, and build a healthy, balanced lifestyle!

03:30 What does it take to lose weight and live well?

05:25 The sticking points of getting started.

07:35 What made you commit to the process?

10:15 When did the shift happen?

12:05 What were the biggest challenges you faced during your journey?

15:15 How did you make the mental shift from "I can't" to "I'm going to"?

19:45 Where have you made the most progress?

23:55 How should we view challenges?

25:55 What advice would you give to someone struggling with committing?

The 5 Motivation Mistakes Keeping You Stuck Mar 28, 2023

Show notes

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

The 5 motivation mistakes that are keeping you stuck.

How to take action and get more results.

Resources + Links:

The Molecule of More by Daniel Z. Lieberman and Michael E. Long

WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

-- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

Check out our client transformations:

https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

@conquerthedaypodcast

Connect with Lindsey Rago

Instagram | @raygobomb

Facebook | @lindseyrago

Connect with Brian Pickowicz

Instagram | @brianpickowicz

Connect with The Fitness Project for Inspiring, Healthy Content

Facebook | The Fitness Project Co

Instagram | @thefitnessprojectco

Show Notes:

What's keeping you stuck? More importantly, how do you get unstuck!? This week, we'll go over the top 5 motivation mistakes that are keeping you from making progress! We'll dive deep into motivation and goal setting so you can discover what your body needs and take action to get there. You'll find out how to create your own roadmap to success and finally get more of the results you want to see. Don't let these 5 mistakes keep you away from your goals any longer!

01:15 What is holding you back from making progress?

04:45 Understanding motivation.

09:00 How can you build inspiring goals?

12:45 What is the impact behind meaningful goals?

15:15 Do we need motivation to take action?

18:35 Do you have the right roadmap for you?

23:50 Why do you need guidance and support?

27:00 How can you get unstuck?

The Science and Art of Pushing Yourself Mar 21, 2023

Show notes

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

The science and art of pushing yourself.

How to push yourself to see more results.

Knowing your body and when to push yourself.

Resources + Links:

WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

-- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

Check out our client transformations:

https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

@conquerthedaypodcast

Connect with Lindsey Rago

Instagram | @raygobomb

Facebook | @lindseyrago

Connect with Brian Pickowicz

Instagram | @brianpickowicz

Connect with The Fitness Project for Inspiring, Healthy Content

Facebook | The Fitness Project Co

Instagram | @thefitnessprojectco

Show Notes:

How can you stay motivated to keep pushing forward? Today, we're diving into the science and art of pushing yourself to the next level! We'll show you how to break through the pesky plateau and keep on progressing towards the results you want to see. You will learn how to properly push yourself, when the best time to push yourself is, what mindset you'll need to adopt, and even more. Start pushing yourself to bigger and better goals!

01:30 What stops us from getting results?

05:05 How do you see more progress?

08:10 How can you improve your performance?

11:25 Why is it important to have perspective in order to push ourselves?

14:25 What do we need to do before we push ourselves?

17:20 What is the perceived exertion rate?

20:20 When should we push ourselves?

23:20 What mindset do we need to have?

25:55 Setting your target to compel you.

29:10 Why do we need to push ourselves?

Your Body Talks, Here's what it's Saying… Reducing Stress, Healing Chronic Gut and Hormone Health Conditions, and Restoring Your Energy Naturally with Alyssa Tyler Mar 14, 2023

Show notes

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

An in depth look at our bodies and how we can keep them functioning.
How to interpret your body's signals to reduce stress, improve gut health, and restore your energy.
How our internal health affects our external health.

Resources + Links:

Make 2023 the LAST year you set WEIGHT LOSS as a goal!

https://fitnessproject.kartra.com/page/2023TFPlivetraining

Check out our client transformations!

https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

Want to lose 10 - 20+ lbs, increase energy and strength WITHOUT having to spend all your time on fitness? APPLY TO WORK WITH US!

Want to learn more about how we can help you create a healthy lifestyle that lets you feel and BE at your best? Click here: https://thefitnessproject.us/

Want more free content that is tailored to business owners and professionals like you?

Join our Free Facebook Group for Business Owners and High-Level Professionals looking to restore their energy and build a fit lifestyle here: Conquer the Day Facebook Group

Find us on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/pbm-iEi_dWE

Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

@conquerthedaypodcast

Connect with Lindsey Rago

Instagram | @raygobomb

Facebook | @lindseyrago

Connect with Brian Pickowicz

Instagram | @brianpickowicz

Show Notes:

What is your body trying to say to you? Here to help translate is Alyssa Tyler, a registered dietician specializing in functional nutrition to improve gut health & hormonal imbalance for your overall health! We'll take an in depth look inside to better understand our bodies' systems and listen to what it's trying to tell us. Then, we dive into stress, hormonal dysfunction, and the digestive system to see how they're all connected – and how we can optimize one to optimize the others. Join in and get your body functioning at its best to live your healthiest life!

01:25 Say hello to Alyssa Tyler, a registered dietician specializing in functional nutrition to improve gut health & hormonal imbalance for your overall health!

02:45 How can we use our symptoms to find any underlying issues?

05:25 How can we see our bodies as a system?

08:15 What is reducing your quality of life?

10:25 A day in the life of a very healthy person.

13:30 How can we understand our bodies better through lab work?

16:45 What is the first step to getting your energy back?

19:10 What are signs of adrenal dysfunction?

22:20 What is the negative impact of cortisol?

27:20 How should we approach and think about stress?

30:35 How to handle and improve stress.

33:55 What supplements can help with cortisol?

35:10 What conditions does unaddressed stress lead to?