Ultimate Men’s Playbook: Recent Episodes
Tom Kiat
Welcome to The Ultimate Men’s Playbook Podcast, where we talk about Peak Performance, Mental Toughness and Making an Impact in all areas of your life.
Have you ever felt that you’ve got some shit in your head that you just can’t share with anyone? Not even your wife?
Have you ever felt alone even with people around you? Have you ever felt like people just don’t understand you or what you’re feeling?
Have you ever felt like you're just struggling with your mental game and you don’t have the support you need around you?
You're not alone in these feelings. Most men feel like this at some point or another.
Want to Change the game completely for yourself in 2024. Use these 5 strategies and watch your life change forever.
These are the 4 "must have" traits for all men looking to win in life. wherever you are in life, whether you are struggling, in a rut or winning, when you adopt these 4 traits fully, your life accelerates very quickly.
Ever notice you are a pawn in someone else's game? Wanna change that? You want to set the board up so that you play YOUR game and WIN? Listen closely and get the tools you need to win that game!
I want to introduce you to a tool I have been using to take my game to a completely different level in every area of my life. Power 4 IS the GameChanger you've been looking for.
In this episode, you will learn the Warriors Code, a set of virtues that, when live, will magnify you in every single way.
What do you do when things are NOT going well? Here are three key strategies to help you win big time in spite of those challenges.
THE WAY YOU THINK ABOUT YOURSELF BECOMES YOUR REALITY.
What is a compelling goal in your life that is worthy of your time?
Who do you need to be to achieve that worthwhile goal?
Finally, are you willing to pay that price of discipline every single day?
Destroy these two habits from your routine and you will lock into a mindset that will allow you to increase your focus and productivity 10 fold
Today, I dive into the essence of greatness: putting yourself first. True leadership begins with self-care and self-awareness. By prioritizing your well-being, you strengthen your ability to lead with confidence and clarity. Join me as I unveil the transformative power of self-investment, igniting the leader within you. Remember, self-care isn't selfish; it's the foundation of extraordinary leadership. Tune in for exclusive insights and strategies to elevate your life and influence.
Whether your struggling, in a rut or looking to get to that next level, this is the episode that will make a huge difference in your life when you apply the principles I share in the podcast. What are you waiting for? Have a listen!
In this episode, I talk about the key differences between men and guys and the four key traits to become a better man.
In this monster episode, I show the EXACT 2 ways to become Super Human in all areas of your life and take that life to a completely new level in a year, with massive changes in even shorter a time frame? You don't believe it? Have a listen and you will change your mind about your potential and dominate this current year.
There's a silent wave of bullshit happening right now where expressing your masculinity is frowned upon. You are seeing it permeate society and erode the family unit. This episode shares what you can do to powerfully and productively to be the influence that your significant other, your kids, your family and your inner circle needs you to be.
Time is your biggest currency. Here's how to get back up to 20 hrs of your week so you can use it to make really big things happen in your life.
7 Game Changing Life Hacks, applied to the next month may be the catalyst you need to set up a strong Fall and gather momentum to an epic 2023.
Look at the average person on the streets.... if you are comparing yourself to "that" person, you've set your sights so low, you are doomed to a deservedly shitty life. This podcast talks about the steps to being the exact opposite; being the exception, the achiever, the winner in life. Have a listen and find out where you are at.
In this episode you will hear the 13 traits of Losers, and Conversely, the exact opposite; traits of winners that help them keep winning. This is your chance to take inventory of where you are really at.
In Part 4 of this Series, Tom outlines the Psychological Edge needed to succeed with your training from the standpoint of creating the Environment necessary to Win.
In Part 3 of this Series on Fitness and Conditioning Strategies, Tom outlines 7 Real Strategies for Progress in the gym. Have a listen and apply them to make your training much more effective in the gym.
Welcome to the 2X Project, the breakthrough program designed to maximize your athletic progress, help you take your body you it's max potential, and give you the confidence and discipline to achieve massive success in all other areas of your life.
Based on proven principles of exercise science, the program will give you the exact formula to succeed in the gym as well as nutritionally; allowing you to know your caloric protein needs so that you achieve your dream body in the the most efficient way possible.
Followed by pro and top amateur athletes, celebrities and fitness enthusiasts alike, the 2X Project gives you full support with frequent podcasts, coaching and email support in every step of your journey.
Prioritization of Training. I'm going to save you a massive amount of time right here in this podcast, with regards to getting the body you want and desire. I'm also going to make sure you don't fall into the trap that will fuck up your physique long term. Have a listen.
Want to make massive changes to your physique in record time? Tom covers the key principles of frequency, intensity and duration in this episode to give you the first step to those huge changes you are seeking in your own physique.
The idea of Alpha Male has been around lately to describe the "top dog", the most dominant man in the circle you are running with. I'm going to challenge you to qualify yourself based on 9 traits of what I consider and "alpha". You might be surprised by how I define an alpha and you might be equally surprised by how you rank.
You need to step up. You need to get back on that horse. You need to start producing again..... get your MOJO back dude.
In this episode, Tom shares what it takes to be GREAT. Simple habitual tools you can use to become incredibly effective in your everyday life.
In this podcast we look at 7 traits of high performers; traits that when applied to your life, will take your game to new levels in every area of your life.
In this episode Tom shares how a focus on 5 very specific habits over the course of 21 days will kickstart a complete change in your body, your fitness and your life.
You need to break the rules to grab attention, to get noticed, to stand out in the sea of competition. In this episode I share ideas on just how to do that.
The world needs more leaders to stand out and make a positive difference in this world. More importantly, your family needs YOU to step up and be that force, to set the example, to lead, or inspire, to motivate, to teach. Are you that guy? Here's a few easy ways to be THAT guy!
Ten strategies to fight off hunger once and for all to give you the lean body and awesome physical performance you really crave.
Rules are all around us. They are meant to govern our conduct in a manner that's orderly. What happens when you set your own rules, on your own terms to leverage your day and create success based on those rules? How might life change for the better? Check out my list and take what you need from the list to make your own and dominate in all aspects of your life.
You become who you associate with and what your education and experiences are. Look at your own environment.... are you hanging around losers or people who make you want to be better and do more? Are you programmed by propaganda machines or can you think for your self? Are you following leaders or wannabes? Have a listen to this episode and how you can make instant changes that will redefine your life completely.
You want to accelerate your life in all key areas? Do you want to stop chasing motivation, and instead be completely results focussed in such a way that you know exactly what to do, and actually do it? This episode is the kick in the ass that you need to start F@#king moving in your life.
What does it mean to be Dangerous?
It means crushing your goals. It means being confident in your abilities. It means being solutions focused in the face of adversity. It means having discipline and a drive to be your best. It means not giving a fuck about what what people think.
Are you dangerous? Find out how you measure up by listening in to this episode of the Ultimate Men's Podcast.
In this episode you will discover the 7 Principles to completely crushing your goals in 2022 with specific steps on what do do daily and weekly to achieve those massive personal and professional goals.
In this episode we break down each body part and discuss how to best stimulate the muscle to get the most effective, most efficient results to maximize your hypertrophy and/or athletic performance.
Whether you have only 2 days a week available for training or 6 days a week, you can make the most of your conditioning plan with a systematic way of training. Using concepts such as intensity, duration, frequency and volume properly in the scheme of a week will make the biggest difference between progress or lack of progress.
How many days per week do you currently train? What does your split look like? In this podcast, you will look at how I construct my training, my thought process and my logic behind structure. While everyone is different and I outline my strategies, the main take home from this podcast is an understanding of concepts and principles and how they are interrelated to best optimize your own unique situation.
The best thing you can do for your health, fitness and performance is to invest in your own home gym.
In this podcast I share the reasons why a home gym is a game changer to your performance as well as some of the essentials for any budget or space.
How do you take an already good physique and take it to the next level?
How do you break through plateaus and continue on with your progress?
What separates the elite athletes, the pro's from the advanced level guys?
This podcast addresses a system of actions that will be the biggest determining factor in changing everything for you training wise if you are already at a pretty high level.
Have a listen and apply wholeheartedly. Your welcome!
You want to get into the best shape of your life and decide to up your game fitness wise? How do you do it? What's the best route to take? This podcast will give you a good understanding of the process so you can take a direction that saves you a great deal of time while giving you the most direct route.
In this podcast, I share my thoughts on cardio as a tool for better health as well as, as a tool to get fitter, leaner and perform better. Steady state, moderate intensity, and HIIT is discussed for its pros and cons, with some key insights into each. We also go into a critical concept called N.E.A.T.
Have a listen for more on which may be best for you.
Does a perfect program for building your body even exist? Everyone is different and has their own unique conditions for progress even though there is a science to exercise and muscle physiology. With that said, these 5 key principles must be applied to make progress in the gym. The better you align these principles and max them out, the more progress you will see. Miss the mark on just one component and watch your progress stagnate or even stall completely. Have a listen and write down some questions. You are more than welcome to email me with those questions at coachtomkiat@gmail.com. I would be happy to help.
We've all had good intentions. We will not gain weight on our vacation. We promise that to ourselves, and three days in, f#$k it, all bets are off....where's the nearest buffet?
This episode gives you SPECIFIC strategies to help you stay on track whether its helping to incorporate beverages into your plan with minimal consequences or win at the Buffet, where you get your money's worth, and you mitigate giant weight gain.
This episode also helps you change your perspective around vacations so that you have a fighting chance to maintain the body you had been working hard to keep.
The legendary cheat meal.....everyone in the gym talks about it, and most abuse the concept, negating any progress they have made through sheer emotionally impulsive behaviour. How do you actually make a "Cheat Meal" (Refuel) work in your favour from both a physiological and psychological standpoint to prevent downregulation of your metabolism, boost your progress and get all of the results you are willing to work towards. In this fun episode, I share some of the tricks and tips I've used for well over a decade to stay lean and healthy all year long while continuing the process to my best body.
There's a lot of young hot shots in the gym who subscribe to the "If It Fits Your Macros" approach, where as long as they meet their protein and calorie totals they can eat whatever they want. A long time ago, I was that guy, eating a whole pizza and then training an hour later and STILL getting wicked results.
Decades later, here's what I found; the ones who maintained a plan with higher micronutrients within their allotted calories outperformed the second group, felt less hunger, and had a more sustainable plan where they could better keep their results year round.
With that said, there's huge value from a psychological standpoint from having "fun foods" in your diet, even if they are low in quality nutrients. This podcast addresses this reality and gives you a way of optimizing your plan to have the "best of both worlds"
In this podcast, I will give you the specifics with regards to what to eat, when to eat, and the rationale behind the guidelines both from a physiological and psychological standpoint for you to thrive in your fitness, performance and health moving forward.
We will look at all meals including breakfast, lunch, dinner and "snacks" with sustainable options to power your days and weeks to your best body.
This is the definitive podcast to help you create the framework your Food plan, your template to creating a sustainable plan of healthy eating, looking your best and performing like a fucking Champion.
The most commonly asked questions I get around supplements are the effectiveness of creatine, fat burners, pre-workouts and natural testosterone products. In this podcast I address these supplements as well as the 7 Gamechangers to your physique.
What's the word on how much protein a person requires? What is the relationship between fat and carbs as it pertains to your diet? If I keep fat low will I lose more weight? Can I go on a carb restricted diet to lose weight? We touch on all of these topics in this episode.
In this podcast we cover the 8 food mistakes that are unknowingly killing your progress. We will also uncover the solutions to these mistakes in this can't miss episode.
In this episode I share 5 nutritional game changers that will make a massive difference in how well you perform, elevating your physical game in a dramatic way through fundamental shifts in your diet. These changes are easy to implement and once the habits are formed, even easier to maintain.
Want to look and feel your best for a very long time? What do you think is required to figure out your exact calorie needs? What are the exact steps required to get a plan that will serve you for a lifetime so you can unlock the "mystery" that is looking lean, keeping your muscle mass and performing at a high level for as long as you want?
This episode gives you those answers.
In this episode, we introduce the concept of Food as Fuel as a set up for what's to come in upcoming podcast episodes. We touch on strategies, body image, cheat meals and performance during this episode.
Your perspective is a major determining factor for how you live your life. This perspective can be the difference between living a life of abundance versus a life of regret. Which of these three best applies to you?
Do you want to know the real short cuts to a lean, muscular body? This podcast episode gives you the real goods on getting the results you want as fast as possible.
All week long you are grinding, killing it, productive, but tired. You've put in work but when the weekend comes all progress is lost because you retreat, you escape and sabotage all progress through food, alcohol, drugs and/or inactivity. If this is you, this episode is a must listen.
In this episode we address three questions and concerns that rot in a person's mind, paralyzing them into inaction......
Fear of Failure. I'm Too Busy. It's Easier for Them.
Want solutions to all of these questions/concerns? This is an episode you do not want to miss.
If you've got critics, haters and naysayers, congratulations....you are getting noticed. How do you deal with the noise when you know what you are doing is of value and you are acting with integrity? This podcast helps you develop the thick skin you need to deal with the worst of them.
We've all been there, whether it be stressed through procrastination where a critical task is now due or worse, overdue. Perhaps its a heavy burden imposed on you like the loss of a loved one, a foreclosure, a divorce or loss of your job. Whatever the situation may be, how you handle things can result in some of the biggest mistakes of your life or on the flipside, real growth opportunities. This podcast gives some real steps to dealing with things in a way that results in the win.
How do you overcome that little voice in your head? The one that says you are not enough? The one that does not allow you to even attempt to do anything of any significance for fear of complete destruction of the little confidence you do have? Is there hope in achieving amazing things or are you just better off settling for and being average? This episode will give the exact tool to turn things around for good in the most positive way. Have a listen, and please reach out for any help or questions you may have.
How do you deal with the temptations in your life that have the potential to erode your confidence, or downright crush you with one critical fuck up? In this episode, we discuss some of the temptations that slowly break you, wear you down and what you can do about it. There is also a big picture solution to address ALL of these temptations and completely turn around your Game so that you become a completely different person in the process. Have a listen, but more importantly TAKE ACTION!
We extrapolated data from military agencies, national fitness standards as well as test scores from high level scholastic college sports athletes to come up with a "simple" test that you can determine your level of fitness almost anywhere. In this episode, we share some of the nuances of the test, the norms, the standards, some challenges about the test and the value of it as a tool to measure progress.
Have a listen to the podcast, and when you have time, give the test a try. We would love to hear about your score and your experience with the test.
The woman in your relationship is a rock, a foundational pillar in your life moving towards your dreams.
But, what if she's holding you back, or worse..... you are using her as an excuse for not realizing your own potential.
This episode addresses what to do to make things right in your situation and with your woman so that you can continue to crush it with your goals and fix some of the problems and challenges that are going on in the dynamics of your relationship.
How many times have you been caught in "paralysis by analysis" where you constantly review the opportunity, a potential action or task, measuring and calculating to make sure its perfect before taking action?
If this is you, your desire for perfection or worse yet, your desire to avoid pain of being perceived as less than is holding you back dramatically from some real opportunities that could come your way if you just pulled the trigger.
Don't be the guy who constantly aims and NEVER pulls the trigger. Start firing away!
Everyone is looking for shortcuts. The quick weight loss, rapid muscle increase, get rich quick opportunities. You and I know that if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
In this episode we look at the real short cuts; tried and proven ways to advance your body, your career, your finances and your life.
Check it out here on the Ultimate Men's Podcast.
Your ability to handle the situation when shit hits the fan, in a way that creates a positive outcome is one of the greatest signs of a leader. This same trait is the game changer in terms of not only minimizing every day problems big or small, but also having the maturity to best understand yourself and move forward in a dominant manner.
Ask the right questions and you will unlock the doors to everything you have ever wanted in your life. There is a science to the power of questions. The question now is, are you asking empowering questions that let your mind go the work to get the right answers or are you asking the type of questions that cripple your progress and keep you stagnant and irrelevant?
This podcast will give you powerful questions that WILL change your life when you wrap your mind around the concept and grasp it.
Notice what happens when you introduce a scoreboard to an event? Things can get intense really quickly.....or you can set yourself up for some razor sharp focus in making big strides in your life. This podcast dissects the areas where a scoreboard is most productive to raise your game.
The last installment of the topic, the Inner Circle sheds some important light on the remaining players in your Inner Circle as well as others on your Team. After you listen to this podcast, you may want to re-focus and re-align some of those strategic relationships to best serve you.
Your inner circle are those closest to you who understand your mission in life. They are there to support you, help you, guide you, believe in you. They are there for you in the good times and there for you when shit hits the fan.
Your mentor is one of the most pivotal people in that circle. A great mentor/coach gives you the tools to best see you for who you really are, the road map to get you where you want to go, the tools to realize your potential, the experience to guide you through the tough times, and the perspective to reframe things when challenges occur that you don't understand because ego or emotions are getting in the way of you thinking clearly.
People use the word inner circle to describe their homies, their dudes, the people "watching their backs" when in fact when push comes to shove and life gets real; when you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders...... your inner circle has to be genuine, rock solid and true not to you, but rather... to your Mission, your Purpose in life. Part 1, this specific episode shares the most important person besides you..... your wife/girlfriend/life partner. Warning: Men, listen to this podcast first on your own. If things are not jiving between you and your significant other and the checklist is not checking out, then “Shit's about to get Real" really soon.
In this special episode Tom and Matt discuss some of the secrets to dating with one of the most Up and Coming Professional Dating & Relationship Coaches in the industry, Tanner Walsom as he answers the questions below. A must listen for young men struggling on the dating scene as well as those who have been around a little longer and are struggling. What is the most important thing a guy needs to work on to make himself more attractive? How important is your Social Media profile with regards to dating? Does the first impression matter? How can you tell if a woman is attracted to you? How do you find your ideal woman? What is the worst way to sabotage your relationship? Why hire a dating coach? How important is fitness in the dating world? Find out the answer to these questions to give you the confidence to meet your dream woman. LinkedIn - Tanner Walsom Facebook - Tanner Walsom Instagram - tannerwalsom
Youcanbookme - twalsommentoring-coaching.youcanbook.me
How you see yourself, your identity, is one of the single biggest factors towards changing your life. You can have be most accurate macros for your diet, the best workout regime created for you and world class equipment at your disposal, but until you have a full understanding of who you actually are, in a way that truly empowers you, you are going nowhere.
This podcast will teach you how to UP YOUR GAME at the core of who you are.
S.M.A.R.T GOALS ? Let's get beyond the motivational shit you read and get down to what it really takes to achieve your goals.
There’s a saying “You don’t determine your future, your habits do”. This Killer podcast outlines the 12 habits of champions; twelve habits that will differentiate yourself from the crowd and help you achieve your goals in a big way.
In this podcast, we examine how to change your thinking so that you keep the main thing, the main thing.....making everything you should do, a MUST! The episode also discusses how you can prioritize so that if you have more than one thing important in your life that needs to get done, it gets done with enough ferocity as the main thing. Finally, this podcast covers 5 key things that Everyone should accomplish in a day.
Everything you do
Everything you say
Everything you wear
The way you interact with people
The way you treat people
The way you look...
YOU ARE YOUR BRAND.
You are constantly selling yourself whether you like to think so or not:
To your spouse or potential mate
To your employer or to a client
To a potential business partner
To your teammates.
WHAT DOES YOUR BRAND SPEAK ABOUT YOU?
This podcast episode addresses how you can LEVEL UP Big Time and take your life to the next level.
We look at certain celebrities, sports figures and business stars and wonder if we can ever get to anywhere near what they have accomplished. Yes they have special talents and abilities but is it possible for an everyday person do do huge things with his life and become a GameChanger in his community? The answer is, without a doubt a massive yes. This podcast shares the handful of steps that when applied will give you huge momentum to achieving incredible success in your life.
In this episode, you will be provided with the EXACT tools to become bulletproof from all obstacles and all self-sabotage towards achieving your goals.
Warning: This podcast is to be listened to with a pen and paper in hand. You are doing work this podcast. If you aren't dead serious about making progress SHUT THE EPISODE OFF and go back in a hole and hide for the next year or so.
21 Days of Complete mental focus and discipline....
Eating like a champion
Training with specific intent.
Acting like an athlete for 21 straight days.
No compromise.
It's a mindset.
It's a commitment to yourself, one that you have taken too long to say yes to.
It's a decision that Shoulds become Musts.
That there is No Tomorrow.
That your Word is your worth.
To your friends, your family, but most importantly, Yourself.
Tough Enough?
This episode outlines the logistics of 21 Strong, what is required and how it will change your life.
Before worrying about macros, number of calories you need, exercise equipment, workout schemes or anything of the technical matter, you need to get your mindset straight before even attempting to make progress.
It doesn't matter who you are, be it professional athlete or the most disciplined person on the planet, you need to adopt the attitude "I am in charge of everything in my life" in order to move forward.
Listen to see how this applies to your life and help you absolutely take your game to the next level.
The Ultimate Men's Playbook is the groundbreaking step by step guide to get you looking your best, performing your best and becoming a major player in all areas of your life.
The Playbook is a hard hitting guide, telling you exactly who you have to become, who you need to surround yourself with and exactly what you need to do daily to smash through all obstacles and execute with focus and a high degree of effectiveness. Every chapter gives you the critical insights into developing an outstanding body and health.
The average family spends 137 percent of what they make, putting them in dire straits later in life. When you look at food and use the metaphor of Currency and finances, we tend to do the same thing, consuming more than we really need. This obviously adds up slowly over time to the extent that we are now overweight and wanting to make some changes. This podcast makes you aware of just how easily this happens.
In this episode, discover what Mental Toughness really is, understanding that this elusive character trait is much easier to develop than you would think is possible.
Getting a great coach to monitor your progress can be the single biggest step you could make to achieving your best body and health. Here is what you should look for in a Coach.
In this direct and to the point episode, we describe what is exactly expected of you when you enter the program, so that you can maximize your success and reach your goals.