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740: 7 Hidden Mistakes Affecting Your Progress Sep 25, 2025

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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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739: Motivation Monday - Top Tips To Stay On Track Traveling, Meal Timing & Eating At Night & Stay Fit As A New Parent Sep 22, 2025

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➢ DM “Fall Special” to IG @‌ColossusFit

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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?

Thanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.

Email me/ submit a mailbox monday question contact@colossusfitness.com

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738: From 100lbs Down to Lifelong Success: The Strategies That Work at Any Stage Sep 18, 2025

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➢ Message us “TAYLER” to Instagram @ColossusFit if you want to see results.

➢ Follow Tayler on IG @Tayler_lifts_

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?

Thanks 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/

737: Motivation Monday- Fitness Mistakes, Biggest Nutrition Tip & Hybrid Training Ft. Coach Armando Figueroa Sep 15, 2025

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➢ DM me “FALL SPECIAL” to IG @COLOSSUSFIT

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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?

Thanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.
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736: 7 Things We Wish We Knew Before We Started Lifting Sep 11, 2025

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➢Get coached 1/1 By Me: https://colossusfitness.com/

Youtube form playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8OM5ZzYjzbDZnI1iOWB64segChFuQOD7&si=2nvgnkYPbCzEqI0I

Free form guide: https://colossusfitness.lpages.co/form-cheat-sheet/

Summary of episode:

(0:00) - Intro

Listed points:

(00:44) Form over weight, my early squat example, drilling things over and over
(05:37) Genetics matter but don’t define you
(07:16) Enjoy being a beginner more
(09:56) Coach
(12;31) Bulk the right way / cut the right way
(14:09) Celebrate PR’s and always set new goals (Learn to love this)
(16:01) Don’t get enticed by trends

Thanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.
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735: Motivation Monday - Enjoy Life Without Blowing Progress, Stay Consistent & Why We Started A Fitness Podcast Sep 08, 2025

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➢ Apply for 1 on 1 coaching- ⁠https://www.colossusfitness.com/⁠➢ Youtube channel- ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ColossusFitnessWelcome 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 enjoy life without blowing progress, stay consistent & why we started a fitness podcast.

(00:27) Question 1- What made you want to start a fitness podcast?(17:06) Josh quote: “The most important investment you can make is in your future self.”(15:51) Kyle quote: “No one is coming”,What has us excited or intrigued:(31:54) - Client shoutout- Ellie (33:05) How can I enjoy my life without blowing my progress everytime. How do you do it?(40:40) What’s the secret to staying consistent. I get it takes time and I have gotten in rhythms before, but I always break down and fall back to my old ways.Thanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.

➢Email me/ submit a mailbox Monday question ⁠contact@colossusfitness.com⁠➢Follow us on instagram @colossusfit➢Apply to get your Polished Physique: ⁠https://colossusfitness.com/#healthylifestyle #fitnessmotivation #gymmotivation

734: 7 Simple Healthy Habits That Will Change Your Life Sep 04, 2025

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Summary of episode:

(0:00) - Intro

In this episode we go over 7 SIMPLE healthy habits that will change your life. Key word here being SIMPLE. No cost involved, no need to spend hours doing it, these are things you can and should do DAILY.

1 (01:19) - Schedule time for exercise

With everyone’s busy schedules it can be easy to skip out on that workout you were considering doing after work. Rather than planning to exercise when you “have the time,” schedule your workouts into the calendar.

2 (03:13) - Develop your magic morning

This can look different for everyone. Maybe for you it’s practicing yoga every morning, maybe it’s journaling while enjoying a cup of coffee, or maybe it’s carving out time to sit down and enjoy breakfast with your family.
Whatever it is, creating a morning routine will give you time for yourself to ease into the day with the right momentum and energy. This also may be the only time for the rest of the day you can have a bit of solitude, so enjoy it.

3 (05:19) - Express gratitude/meditate

Expressing gratitude has been shown to change your brain chemistry to focus more on the positive things in your life, become more mindful, and be more giving to others.
You can’t be grateful and angry/upset at the same time.
We live in a world where we are constantly stressed and activating stress hormones in our bodies, which can have a negative impact on our health. Taking the time to breathe and meditate helps you de-stress and signals to your body that you’re safe.
Just start with 1 minute if you’re new to it.

4 (08:16) - Get a daily dose of nature

Spending time in nature can instantly restore your energy and lower stress. There is nothing more peaceful and natural than spending time surrounded by trees and soaking in a bit of sunlight.

5 (09:15) - Make time for downtime/things you look forward to

As the saying goes we were’t put on this earth just to pay bills and die. So remember to carve out some time for yourself to do the things that bring you joy.
Give yourself permission to enjoy life.

6 (10:49) - Consistently read & learn

Whether it’s regular books, audiobooks, podcasts, courses, etc, constantly investing in yourself will always pay off.

7 (11:37) - Keep your space tidy

A tidy space=a tidy mind. Keeping your space clean and organized will leave your mind in a calmer state. Keeping your space tidy also makes it easy to know what resources you have, and helps to save you time in the long run.

Thanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.
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733: Motivation Monday - How to Lose 25lbs, Brutal Weight Loss Talks & How Much Rest to Take Between Sets Sep 01, 2025

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➢ LAST CHANCE for our fall challenge… message “Fall challenge” to IG @‌ColossusFitWelcome 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 25lbs, brutal weight loss talks and proper rest times.(0:00) - Intro(1:18) - Question 1 - I’ve got about 25 pounds to lose. I used to be 170 and want to get back to 145lbs. What should I do?(11:58):Josh quote “Play long-term games with long-term people.” – Naval Ravikant(09:58) Kyle quote : “Everyone wants to be spectacular, but also wants to fit in. That’s impossible—if you do what everyone else does, you guarantee average results. To stand out, you have to do what most people won’t.”(17:00) - What has us excited or intrigued (22:38) Client shoutout:Tayler(25:26)- Question 2- How do I approach someone close to me that needs to lose some weight? I’m not sure what to do or how to approach it. It doesn’t seem like they care a whole lot.(30:40) - Question 3 - How long should I be resting? And what do you recommend doing between sets to get the most out of my workouts?Thanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.Email me/ submit a mailbox Monday question contact@colossusfitness.com➢Follow us on instagram @colossusfit➢Apply to get your Polished Physique: https://colossusfitness.com/

732: Reality Of Biggest Loser | Why You're Destined To Fail doing 75 Hard, Ozempic Or Fit For TV Aug 28, 2025

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➢ Message "Fat loss guide" to IG @Colossusfit

In this episode we go over all the truths about the biggest loser documentary, why you're likely going to fail using ozempic, doing 75 hard and so much more.

(0:00) - Intro

Listed points:

In today’s episode, we dive into the harsh reality behind shows like The Biggest Loser and why extreme approaches like 75 Hard, Ozempic, or rapid weight-loss challenges are setting you up to fail.

We unpack the truth about:

How early 2000’s TV shows glamorized unhealthy, short-term fixes
Why extreme dieting, skipping meals, and relying on supplements destroy your metabolism
The loss of good habits and the creation of damaging ones
The mental and emotional toll when there’s zero support after the cameras stop rolling
Why living in a controlled “bubble” environment doesn’t translate to real life
The long-term cycle of weight regain and the monkey that never gets off your back

If you’ve ever been tempted by extreme challenges or quick fixes, this episode will show you why they don’t work—and what you should focus on instead for lasting results.

Thanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.

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731: Motivation Monday - What Is Pre-Workout & Does It Actually Work, Lose Weight Without Exercising & Does Heavy Lifting Make You Bulky? Aug 25, 2025

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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 what pre workout is, how to lose weight without working out and if lifting weights makes you bulky.

➢ Join our fall challenge: ⁠https://www.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 what pre workout is, how to lose weight without working out and if lifting weights makes you bulky.

(0:00) - Intro

(00:53) Question 1- What does pre workout actually do, does it work and should I take it?

(11:30): Kyle quote “Don’t forget to dance with the one that brung you”What has us excited or intrigued:

(15:34) Josh quote: "Discipline is remembering what you want tomorrow more than what you want right now."

(25:34) Client shoutout: Heather S

(27:48) Question 2- Is it possible to lose weight without working out. I primarily just want to lose weight with diet because I’m too busy to go to them gym.

(34:25) -Question 3-Does heavy lifting actually make you bulky? Some girls are just too built for me and I’ve been hesitant to up my weights because I don’t want to look that way.

Thanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.

Email me/ submit a mailbox monday question contact@colossusfitness.com

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