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Co-hosts Brooks Coleman and Herman Lynn bring you simple, sustainable, and effective fitness advice to build a lean, strong body without missing out on the things that matter most.
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- 5 days ago1h 9m
44. Why You Want It But Still Don't Do It
Apply for 1:1 Coaching:https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more?el=podcast30 Strength Workouts for $10:https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workouts?el=podcastYou say you want it. Then 7 PM rolls around and you skip the thing you promised yourself you'd do. Coach Azul is back with Herman and Brooks to dig into the gap between wanting a goal and doing what it takes. The short version: the gap is normal, and it is not a discipline problem.Also in this one: why self-sabotage is really self-protection, the two questions that expose your resistance, Herman's 3 What's trick for night snacking, the elephant and the rider, and the Yoga Nidra practice Brooks credits for quieting his inner critic by 80%.Got a topic you want covered? Comment or DM us and we'll film an episode on it.00:00 Argentina, banter, and bringing back Azul02:28 The rage-bait post: "you don't want it bad enough"04:32 Wanting it and not doing it: both can be true07:41 Every decision costs energy (why 7 PM you gives up)11:20 "Just track calories" is actually five new skills18:56 Trade-offs, six-packs, and "just want it more"28:35 Azul's real client questions: wine, donuts, clean plates38:14 Micro-dosing action and the momentum flip47:07 Two questions that expose your resistance50:47 The elephant, the rider, and Yoga Nidra55:41 Reflection is rehearsal: couch rules and the 3 What's
- 1 weeks ago58 min
43. Belly Fat After 40: What Actually Works (and What's BS)
Apply for 1:1 Coaching:https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more?el=podcast30 Strength Workouts for $10:https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workouts?el=podcastWhere did this belly come from? The scale barely moved, but nothing fits the same. If you're over 40, you're not imagining it.Herman and Brooks take on the menobelly question: why fat starts landing in your middle now, why muscle loss speeds up, and why the old playbook still works even though the margin for error shrank. Also in this one: what exercise actually does for fat loss, the core strength piece nobody mentions, and a David Goggins quote that gets a full teardown.Got a topic you want covered? Comment or DM us and we'll film an episode on it.00:00 Moving day, wildfire air, and pulling a Freddie03:19 The noise aimed at women over 4004:44 The menobelly question: can you target belly fat?06:24 Why it shows up now (and why the scale doesn't move)08:34 Muscle loss accelerates (unless you lift)14:08 Same playbook, smaller margin for error18:30 What exercise actually does for fat loss21:30 Recomposition beats weight loss after 4023:47 The core-strength piece nobody mentions28:35 Were you actually happy in the old body?38:38 Goggins, values, and the orange chicken rule
- 3 weeks ago46 min
42. The Top Traits of People Who Lose Fat and Keep It Off (Part 2)
Apply for 1:1 Coaching:https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more?el=podcast30 Strength Workouts for $10:https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workouts?el=podcastWhat actually separates the people who lose fat and keep it off? Part 2. Herman and Brooks break down the traits they see in every successful client: getting really good at the boring basics, building plans that scale to your worst weeks, and firing the micromanaging boss in your head.Also in this one: why gut healing protocols and high-T lifestyles sell you your own basics back at three times the price, the check engine light mistake that wastes thousands, and the plan B / plan C system that ends all-or-nothing thinking.Got a topic you want covered? Comment or DM us and we'll film an episode on it.Happy birthday, Milo.00:00 Nitro cold brews and the Ninja Luxe review03:37 Part 2: what our most successful clients do04:30 Trait 1: they get really good at the basics08:01 Gut protocols, high-T lifestyles, and other shiny objects14:42 Fix the engine, not the check engine light22:06 Trait 2: they build systems (goodbye all-or-nothing)27:27 You're not perfect at parenting or your job either33:20 Trait 3: they plan ahead (plan B and plan C days)38:35 "I'm just a snacker" and other stories we tell ourselves40:52 Trait 4: they're kinder to themselves (fire the micromanaging boss)45:37 Send us your next episode topic
- Jun 28, 202655 min
41. Strength Meets Stillness - Coach Kristine's Journey From Barbells to Chinese Medicine
Apply for 1:1 Coaching:https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more30 Strength Workouts for $10:https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workoutsKristine Michaud, a new coach on the DataFit team, shares her journey from being shy to becoming a strength and nutrition coach. She emphasizes the importance of flexibility, self-awareness, and balance in fitness and nutrition, highlighting the need to adapt to life's changes and listen to one's body. The conversation covers the importance of balance and flexibility in wellness, the impact of rigidity on well-being, and the role of family habits in shaping lifestyle choices. It also delves into the significance of Qigong and its impact on meditation and overall wellness.TakeawaysFlexibility in fitness and nutritionAdaptation to life's changesImportance of self-awareness and balance Flexibility and balance are essential for overall wellness.Family habits and traditions play a significant role in shaping lifestyle choices.Chapters00:00 Welcome + introducing Kristine Michaud01:00 Traveling without a phone04:51 The shy kid who was told coaching wasn't for her08:26 What 20 years of coaching changed: rigid to flexible11:52 The mindset study and coaching people for the long haul13:14 Training through the seasons of life14:09 The 40+ shift: "nothing changed" and why it did19:22 The other side of fear21:00 Listening to your body and the 80/20 rule25:00 The bike-tire analogy for nutrition balance30:08 Where to start when a client is too rigid34:38 Sneaking self-care onto the to-do list, and the shame cycle37:15 Rewriting your story: who do you want your kids to think you are?43:34 Family habits: the dinner table, side salads, pizza night46:59 Recipe boards and Taco Tuesday48:00 Qigong, Chinese medicine, and the magic of movement55:25 Wrap-up
- Jun 21, 202657 min
40. The Top Traits of People Who Lose Fat and Keep It Off (Part 1)
Apply for 1:1 Coaching:https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more30 Strength Workouts for $10:https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workoutsSome people lose the fat and keep it off. Most don't. The difference usually isn't the diet.In part one of this series, Brooks and Herman break down the traits they see over and over in the clients who lose fat for good. Not the ones who white-knuckle it for 30 days. The ones who change their body and never hand it back.This episode covers the first three:They treat themselves as learners, so discomfort becomes information instead of a stop signThey stop treating a bad day as proof they failedThey don't keep a plan B, so they're never one rough week away from quittingBrooks also opens up about coming off an SSRI after eight years, and why the same mindset getting him through it is the one that gets clients to the finish line.If you've ever lost weight and been scared of gaining it back, or read a great check-in and only saw the one bad line, this one's for you.00:00 Intro: TGIF, kids, and the "we're getting old" Chinese restaurant03:18 Why strength training isn't conditioning (Herman's basketball reality check)08:18 Brooks on Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and moving in new ways12:36 The real topic: the traits behind lasting fat loss14:28 Trait 1: They're learners — they lean into discomfort instead of running17:27 Brooks's SSRI story and what a growth mindset actually changes24:10 Why the discomfort has to be manageable (all-or-nothing backfires)26:13 Trait 2: They don't treat a bad day as failure30:34 The identity trap: "I'm a snacker," "I'm just big-boned," "I'm the fat kid"33:24 Change isn't one big moment. It's a thousand tiny ones.35:13 Finding the evidence that breaks the old story (the counselor who was "bad at consistency")39:52 Catching the old mindset is the work — plus a simple nightly practice46:25 Trait 3: They don't have a plan B52:10 Why your wins don't sink in, and the fear of letting the good in56:06 "There is no there": stop waiting to arrive57:25 Wrap-up (traits 4 and 5 coming in Part 2)
- Jun 14, 202658 min
39. Ranking 20 Fat Loss Strategies (and Which Ones Are BS) - Part 2
In this episode, the hosts dive into the second part of the top 20 methods for effective fat loss. They share explore fat loss strategies, discuss the concepts of clean eating and whole foods, highlight the pitfalls of clean eating, and reflect on the pursuit of longevity and enjoying life. The conversation covers various nutrition misconceptions, strategies, and practices, including the impact of sleep, meal frequency, and the effectiveness of certain supplements. It emphasizes the importance of flexibility and individualized approaches to nutrition and weight management.TakeawaysParenting adventures and observationsExploring fat loss strategiesThe pitfalls of clean eating and the pursuit of longevity Flexibility in nutrition is keyIndividualized approaches are crucialChapters00:00 Introduction to Part Two07:25 Clean Eating and Whole Foods23:04 The Pitfalls of Clean Eating29:31 Longevity and Enjoying Life39:07 Apple Cider Vinegar48:33 Sleep and Fat Loss54:42 Daily Weigh-Ins
- May 31, 20261h 3m
Ranking 20 Fat Loss Strategies (and Which Ones Are BS)
Apply for 1:1 Coaching:https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more30 Strength Workouts for $10:https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workoutsIn this conversation, the hosts discuss various methods for fat loss, including calorie counting, intermittent fasting, and keto/very low carb diets. They explore the effectiveness of each method and provide insights into their practical application. The conversation highlights the importance of using these methods as tools rather than rigid rules, and the impact of consistent meal times on digestion and nutrient absorption. The conversation delves into the essential components of fat loss, emphasizing the non-negotiable nature of calories and protein intake. It also highlights the significance of daily movement and strength training in achieving sustainable fat loss.TakeawaysCalorie counting and tracking macros are effective for fat lossIntermittent fasting can be a useful tool when used in the right wayKeto/very low carb diets may not be the most effective approach for fat loss Calories and protein are non-negotiable for fat lossThe importance of daily movement and strength training for fat lossChapters00:00 Calorie Counting and Tracking Macros12:22 Intermittent Fasting22:58 Keto/Very Low Carb Diets31:52 The Role of Calories and Protein47:11 The Impact of Daily Movement and Strength Training
- May 24, 202659 min
How to Not Lose Your Progress (Or Your Mind) This Summer
Apply for 1:1 Coaching:https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more30 Strength Workouts for $10:https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workoutsThe conversation covers the challenges of parenting and health, managing digital detox, balancing work and personal time, and the importance of summer fitness and nutrition. It emphasizes the need to maintain progress during summer and the benefits of building muscle while enjoying the season. The conversation delves into the balance between fitness, nutrition, and life, emphasizing the importance of moderation and flexibility. It explores the concept of a fulfilling day, ultimate success, food cravings, and mapping out the perfect day. Practical approaches to health, the slot method for balanced meals, and embracing moderation and flexibility are discussed, along with the significance of enjoying summer and life.TakeawaysSummer fitness and nutritionMaintaining progress during summer Balancing fitness and nutrition with lifeThe importance of moderation and flexibilityChapters00:00 Building Muscle and Enjoying Summer30:24 Defining Ultimate Success37:10 Balancing Life and Health49:11 Embracing Moderation and Flexibility57:29 Enjoying Summer and Life
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