The Fit2Fat2Fit Experience

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EP221: Individualized Performance and Recovery Metrics with Will Ahmed Nov 12, 2019

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The cofounder of Whoop, the fitness performance tracking device, Will Ahmed, describes the unique fitness opportunities of tracking your biodata. He shares how top athletes use the data to optimize performance and the possible future implications of collecting and commercializing human data. He describes how the Whoop wearable device is designed to improve a person's life not invade it like some other wearables and the massive responsibility of having more data on professional athletes than any other company ever.

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Key Takeaways:

[8:49] Will describes the process Whoop uses to create a fitness profile and the features that make it unique in the fitness tracking device industry.

[17:44] Building Whoop's technology took longer than building a following and the brand.

[23:04] Will explains that Whoop is a performance tracking device and membership platform, not an amalgam of messaging services and apps.

[26:04] The data collected by Whoop can be for the greater good of future human development but how will it be bastardized?

[36:12] Individuals need to find the best way to use the data Whoop collects to enhance their physiology.

[41:17] How Whoop Live changes the fitness game and Will talks about what future issues professional sports teams may face.

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Whoop

@WillAhmed on Twitter

@Whoop on Instagram

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EP220: Complete Transformation Starts with Food with Nadine Artemis Nov 05, 2019

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The author of Renegade Beauty and Holistic Dental Care, Nadine Artemis joins Drew to change the way we think about natural health and beauty. Her Canadian-based company, Living Libations is a wild-crafted, luxury wellness line embraced by celebrities and naturopaths. This episode is full of wellness tips on what to put in or use on your body and what not to put in or use on your body. Nadine explains the various microbiomes in the body and how mass-produced products defeat the body's natural ability to cleanse and heal itself. Listen and find out how your good intentions may be hijacking your family's health.

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Key Takeaways:

[8:04] Nadine explains what factors led her to celebrate food and to create natural body products.

[16:58] The body's bacteria and microbiomes are at the core of overall health and wellness.

[23:20] The top things to remove from your diet to improve skin health.

[26:34] Stop, Seal and Heal the skin, and Seed is a rule of thumb for the best skin ever.

[36:04] Holistic self-dentistry, dental aesthetics, and natural dental care products for the entire family.

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Living Libations

Renegade Beauty: Reveal and Revive Your Natural Radiance — Beauty Secrets, Solutions, and Preparations

Holistic Dental Care: The Complete Guide to Healthy Teeth and Gums

Single Daddy Daily Podcast — A Collaboration of Drew & Evan DeMarco

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EP219: Channeling Energy Into Purposeful Action with Akshay Nanavati Oct 29, 2019

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The author of Fearvana, Akshay Nanavati joins Drew to recount his journey of physical, mental, and spiritual transformation. As a teenager, Akshay found himself in a dark place filled with drugs and alcohol. Luckily, he watched the movie Black Hawk Down and his life was forever changed. He cleaned up and joined the Marines and served in Operation Iraqi Freedom. It was there he found the beauty of adversity and suffering. He wanted to challenge himself. He describes his time in the service and the psychological effects of returning home. He has created the Fearvana Foundation whose mission is to help those who don't have the resources, means, or abilities to transcend their suffering.

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Key Takeaways:

[6:55] After engaging in self-destructive behavior and watching friends die the movie Black Hawk Down inspired Akshay to change his life and join the Marines.

[12:41] Akshay's experience as a Marine in Operation Iraqi Freedom was both harrowing and fulfilling.

[17:40] Post Traumatic Stress and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder are two very different things.

[24:42] Akshay describes the turning point that led to his transformation.

[30:53] LMNOP is a powerful tool to shift behavioral patterns and habits.

[35:26] Akshay's book, Fearvana, focuses on developing a positive relationship to the experience of suffering.

[40:48] Forever pushing himself to suffer well, Akshay runs ultra-marathons and has done a 7-day darkness retreat.

[48:35] How to incorporate singular dualities into the framework of life.

Sponsors:

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Fearvana

@Fearvana on Instagram

Single Daddy Daily Podcast — A Collaboration of Drew & Evan DeMarco

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EP218: Giving 100% to Adaptive Athletes with Mo Brossette Oct 22, 2019

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The Director of mindset and nutrition for the Adaptive Training Foundation explains the importance of mindset for true transformation.

10 million Americans have endured a physical and mental trauma that leaves them unable to carry on with life at their previous level. It is often difficult for these adaptive athletes to receive customized training to restore their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The Adaptive Training Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides a holistic transformation program for those individuals who need respectful care and training. Drew's guest, Mo Brossette is the Nutrition and Mindset Director of the Foundation. During this episode, Mo describes how the organization focuses on mindset and meditation, in addition to the physical program, the various people he serves, how he came to work with adaptive athletes, and how you can find out more about the foundation's work.

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Key Takeaways:

[9:31] While working as a personal trainer Mo realized nutrition, mindset, and holistic living were missing from his client's lives.

[17:47] Mo describes how he got involved with the Adaptive Training Foundation and how the organization functions.

[27:01] Why shifting mindset is important to healing.

[36:20] The non-profit foundation customizes the physical, mental, and emotional training for each adaptive athlete.

[45:19] Mo explains how the foundation uses meditation and breathwork to help adaptive athletes overcome their fears.

[48:56] Mo describes his personalized meditations and the other services he offers.

Sponsors:

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Adaptive Training Foundation

Brossette Performance

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EP217: Accurate, Affordable, Easy to Use Ketone Testing with Matt Payne Oct 15, 2019

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Testing ketone levels can be frustrating. Results can be all over the board because keto enzymes are super sensitive and most types of ketone level tests can be subject to contaminants every time you open the bottle. Drew's guest Matt Payne, the founder of KetoCoach X along with his wife designed their ketone blood level monitors to be different. Each test strip is autocoding, requires less blood than other strips, and is individually wrapped in foil to protect it from contaminants. During this interview, Matt explains why the foil testing is so important, what is on the horizon for ketone and glucose testing, and the distinctive attributes that make KetoCoach X the best strips available.

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Key Takeaways:

[5:55] Matt was frustrated when searching for an accurate, easy-to-use ketone monitor so he created his own.

[13:47] The biggest issues that Matt faced when attempting to create the best ketone monitor.

[18:12] Meticulous testing proved that individually foil-wrapped test strips reduced contamination.

[24:56] The most important thing about testing blood ketone levels.

[31:31] The distinctive attributes that make KetoCoach X test strips the best on the market.

Sponsors:

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KetoCoach X

KetoCoach on Youtube

@ketocoachx on Instagram

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EP216: Faith, Football, and Fatherhood with Steve Weatherford Oct 08, 2019

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When we realize we are part of something bigger the mysterious workings of the world are somehow easier to navigate. When we relinquish control and are passionate about our faith it frees us up to better serve others. Drew's guest, Steve Weatherford is a lemonade maker. He turned what could have been a life-long emotional block into persistence, drive, and achievement. At 14, he told his father he would become a professional athlete. And today, he has Superbowl ring he won with the NY Giants. During this podcast, you will hear about Steve's passionate faith in God, the adversity he has overcome, the joy his family brings him, and his love of constant learning.

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Key Takeaways:

[6:15] Steve describes how lost he felt in the past and how he has learned to exercise his faith muscle.

[17:03] When faced with an unexpected opinion from his father, Steve used it as the fuel to lead himself forward, not back.

[28:22] Steve believes you should commit your life to a purpose.

[36:13] Steve explains his process of coming to terms with why God allows bad things to happen.

[45:02] Steve is bold and beautiful: The American flag speedo story.

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@Weatherford5 on Instagram

Steve Weatherford on Facebook

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EP215: The Fit2Fat2Fit Franchise Advantage with Ryan Combe Oct 01, 2019

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What makes a good trainer a great trainer? The ability to identify with a client's struggles and to have a deep understanding of what is necessary for a profound lifestyle change. If you are a trainer who wants to be more than meal plans and workouts, consider becoming a Fit2Fat2Fit Franchisee. The 3-Day certification course clarifies the mental and emotional side of weight loss and better health. If you want to be part of Drew's new breed of empathetic trainers and coaches apply at fit2fat2fitfranchise.com. But first, listen to this episode as Drew and Ryan explain what makes the established Fit2Fat2Fit brand a good fit for you, what support you can expect to receive from the franchise and the emotional fringe benefits of being part of this supportive team.

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Key Takeaways:

[4:34] How Ryan got into the franchising industry.

[8:25] Why Drew Manning and Fit2Fat2Fit as a franchise opportunity?

[17:06] How the franchise model works and the benefits of joining an established brand.

[28:27] The importance of making an emotional connection with clients.

[32:18] What support can interested trainers and coaches expect from the Fit2Fat2Fit franchise?

Sponsors:

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EP214: Kava Changed My Life with Cameron George Sep 24, 2019

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A new world of natural products is emerging to help us deal with the excessive stress and anxiety our bodies are exposed to in everyday life. Most of these herbal therapies are ancient medicines used by cultures who have never turned to chemical cocktails for relief from mental or physical ailments. Kava is one of the herbs being introduced into the mainstream because of its abundant healing properties. Cameron George, the co-founder of Kavaplex joins Drew to share his story of how kava played a part in his multi-therapeutic approach to come back from a listless man suffering from auto-immune disease to a vibrant, self-sufficient, healthy individual.

Fit2Fat2Fit Franchise Opportunity — Get certified to become a Fit2Fat2Fit Trainer. A 3-Day certification course in Utah to get clear on the mental and emotional side of weight loss. Drew wants to build an army of empathetic trainers and coaches! Visit fit2fat2fitfranchise.com to apply.

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Key Takeaways:

[3:30] Cameron describes the lifestyle elements and environmental stressors that led to his debilitation.

[14:51] Dr. Daniel Pompa offered Cameron protocols for a multi-therapeutic approach which aided his recovery.

[19:33] How Cameron discovered Kava root and the miraculous change it made in his mental and physical recovery.

[29:39] What makes Kavaplex healthier and more beneficial than other kava extracts?

[37:25] The benefits of pure kava and why people want to take it.

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