It's not about the beard.: Recent Episodes
Andy Rose
I know a little about a lot. I've been a fitness professional for most of my adult life. It's who I am and what I love. I know enough to know i know nothing. We all need to learn stuff. Get smarter. So let's try and do that. I may have something of value. Maybe not. Either way, I'm a big goofball with a Mohawk and a beard. I say offensive things sometimes. I'm a human. Maybe, just maybe, if you listen to this long enough you'll pick up something useful. It's at least worth a shot. Why? You're probably wasting your time watching viral videos on YouTube anyway. Now, go pick up some heavy shit
Life is good at throwing punches…and it’s gonna keep throwing them until you finally start throwing them back.
Look…we all make excuses. So what is it you want to accomplish? What are you telling yourself to rationalize not having it? Why are you holding yourself back? Maybe it’s time to look in the mirror and ask the person staring back at you some real questions.
The fitness industry has been dosing out the Red Pill year after year and you keep taking it thinking the result will be different. It’s a sham. Here’s why.
You can set yourself up to make positive changes now, or you can get set up to seek a quick fix from a fitness guru that won’t make the lasting impact your vision requires. You choose.
Some thoughts on my way to work this morning. What is perceived versus what is REAL. Maybe it's time to think a little deeper on this topic...
Who am I and where did I come from? I tried to sum up the entirety of my career in a few minutes. Let's see if I caught it all...
Just straight truth from the creator and author of 5/3/1 Jim Wendler. Wendler is a well-known strength and conditioning coach who primarily works with young athletes these days. His wealth of knowledge and experience is evidenced by his outspoken demeanor on all things training (and maybe even a sprinkle of politics).
A little bit witty. A whole lot serious. Nothing but truth. It's time we get down to who we really are.
Dave Tate, founder of EliteFTS drops some truth in the latest episode. There's nothing I can add to this except just push play. Sit back, and let it sink in.
I couldn't do it. I couldn't cut any of this gem of an interview out. I have to share it all. Trust me it's worth the time to listen to it. There's too many Suska-isms in this. Fighter turned trainer turned professional fighter turned author turned firefighter Sam "The Butcher" Suska on the phone in this insightful interview will leader you wondering what his free dating advice would sound like.
I am super pumped to bring this to you. I was fortunate enough Skype with Marcus Filly earlier today. There's a lot to this guy...he's ahead of the game. Those of us who are a part of the fitness industry can learn a lot from Marcus. Please excuse my recording skills. From Skype to Anchor to podcast. I'm still learning. I will follow up with a post about our conversation today. Enjoy everyone. Have a blessed weekend.
Aside from losing the audio, my interview with Josh was a great opportunity to catch up and listen to one of my most valued colleagues in the fitness industry. Now I need to get him back for another one!
It's hard to capture the scope of a 3 hour conversation into the span of 3 questions...but here goes. I had the privilege of sharing a meal and a beer (or two) with Tim Church. Tim, in my humble opinion, is one of the smartest guys in the room. I've said it for a long time...always find the smart guy in the room. Chances are it's not you. If you think it is, re-evaluate your situation. Find someone smarter and learn from them. This is episode 1. Listen. Enjoy. Pass it on. The more ears that hear this the better.
Words from my walk home • Words from my walk home pt 2 • Words from my walk home pt 3 • Words from my walk home pt 4 • Words from my walk home pt 5