Fitness Fanatics – 93.7 The Ticket KNTK: Recent Episodes
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Jeff and Nicole Essink from Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping hold a weekly conversation with members of the fitness community about how a focus on body wellness can positively impact a person's overall life.
Husker Heisman Winner Eric Crouch | Crouch Recreation (HOUR 2) - November 23rd, 2025
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The Bears are KINGS of the NFC North?! / Husker Athletics Recap (HOUR 1) - November 23rd, 2025
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FXB Member Tom shares his incredible weight loss journey (HOUR 2) - November 16th, 2025
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A Beautiful Weekend of Husker Wins (HOUR 1) November 16th, 2025
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Battling Addictions/Vices to reach fitness goals (HOUR 2) - November 9th, 2025
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A loaded sports weekend with a lot of Husker W's (HOUR 1) - November 9th, 2025
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Staying mentally and physically in shape through the cold seasons (HOUR 2) - November 2nd, 2025
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Nebraska Football loses & Jeff gets into a confrontation after the game! (HOUR 1) - November 2nd, 2025
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The Sports Fanatics w/Jeff, Nicole, & Ben Essink (HOUR 1 & 2) - October 28th, 2025
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FXB Trainer Barb shares her breast cancer story (HOUR 2) - October 19th, 2025
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The Huskers fall to 5-2...and Jeff is upset (HOUR 1) - October 19th, 2025
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Fitness Fanatics tries the Hot Ones Challenge! (Bigger Than The Score Crossover) HOUR 1 -
CFB Football is BACK & the NFL is right around the corner! (HOUR 1) - August 24th, 2025
Keys to STAYING Motivated / Understanding failures are part of the process - August 3rd, 2025
Jeff Scouting Husker Football's Practice / Fall Tailgate Temptations - August 3rd, 2025
(HOUR 1) Jeff's Fed Up with the Caleb Williams Slander / Football Around the Corner! - July 27th, 2025
Annalisa Davenport (Assistant Director for Employee Wellness, Campus Recreation) - January 26th, 2025
Jeff's Sister Andrea joins the show to talk about mental health/ADHD - January 12th, 2025
10x Week Challenge Wrap Up / Balancing Nutrition During the Winter - November 24th, 2024
Jeff Makes a Cottage Cheese Shake for Everyone / FXB Members Join the Show! - November 17th, 2024
2 Hours of Football and Fitness - September 8th, 2024
-Nebraska gets the win over Colorado!
-NFL Sunday is finally here.
-Why fitness is important to live a better life.
-Nutrition and the fine tuning required.
-Crossover w/Pete Ferguson of Bigger Than The Score
Kevin Coleman (Husker Sports Super-fan): August 25th, 2024
-You've probably seen Kevin before if you attend any of the Husker's sporting events!
- journey intro fitness
- getting back in good health after severe car crash
- nutrition advice
March Madness / Runs coming up in the Lincoln Area / Nutrition Advice - April 7th, 2024
Coach Greyson (Effort & Empowerment) Joins the Show!
Learn more about Coach Greyson's services at https://coachgreyson.com/
Self-Health Evaluation Test / Minimizing illness & injuries that comes with age (2nd Hour) - February 4th, 10:00am
The Three C's expanded
Lean more about Chris and join his program at https://www.chrisnatzke.com/
Breaking down the philosophy of having a "Mind of a Champion"
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Chris Natzke's NFL Fandom
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Grandmaster Chris Natzke!
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Brian and Amy Olson (Project 4:7)
-How to go through losing a loved one due to mental health.
-Being aware of others mental struggles.
Learn more at https://project4-7.org/
Jeff and Nicole Essink discuss their advice in taking one step at a time on your fitness journey before being joined by one of their $1,000 winners.
Jeff and Nicole Essink discuss their $1,000 winner's fitness journey and motivations as well as his Husker Football fandom.
Jeff and Nicole discuss hiking in Colorado and their differing attitudes on extreme sports.
Jeff and Nicole discuss doing things because you have the ability to do them, Farrell's Last Chance Workouts, and their involvement in the upcoming Nebraska Football Road Race.
DAM to DSM -Jeff and Nicole stream in from Iowa and talk about their run from the Saylorville Dam to Downtown Des Moine Iowa
Why are The Nebraska Tags Blue AGAIN?
-Catch up with Jeff and Nicole before they bring in guest Dan Beckmann
-Why is Nicole upset with the color selections for this years tags?
How Not to Relapse
-Once you change it's easy to go back to unhealthy habits. Jeff, Matthew, and Nicole talk about way to mitigate any relapses in behavior.
Matthew Taylor Joins the Show!
-Matthew tells his background and habits of the past.
-What lead Matthew to changing into a healthy lifestyle?
-When did he begin coaching youth sports and why is it important?
Catching Up w/ Jeff, Nicole, and Harrison
-College hoops and NFL talk before special guest Matthew Taylor
- Strength and Nutrition coach and Inner Circle founder joins the show to talk about fitness goals, motivation, and much more!
- Jeff and Nicole give a brief overview of the guest they will be having on in the 10 o'clock hour
- Jeff and Nicole talk with Rico about finding out if you had a snow day as a kid, roller coasters, sleeping in the same bed as your parents
Colleen Leinen Joins Fitness Fanatics!
-Crazy week of NFL and an update on Jeff & Nicole since last week.
Where to contact Dr. Adam/Spine & Sports Chiropractic
-To learn more information you can visit...
https://spineandsports.us
So Many Fitness Influencers...
-With the mass of influencers out there, who should you trust if anyone?
How To Build Up Fitness Slowly
-New Year's goals can lead to a lot of people hurting themselves by going too hard too soon.
-Dr. Adam explains a proper approach to limit the possibilities of injury.
Dr. Adam from Spine & Sports Chiropractic
-Understanding what Dr. Adam does and how in his profession.
New Ten Week Challenge w/ a Record High Enrollment!
-The new ten week challenge starts Monday January 9th. Jeff and Nicole have well over a hundred people enrolled into the program, the highest its been under their ownership.
It's 2023. You made it. Be thankful for that fact. Aaron Davis jumps in for the final segment to give you some inspiration to start the year.
People who try to bite off too much won't be able to digest it. Jeff and Nicole give advice for setting reasonable self-expectations with new goals.
Jeff and Nicole go through what it takes to set a goal that you can achieve, and the difference between action goals and objective goals.
Most New Year's resolutions fail. How can you buck that trend and be successful? Give yourself time to succeed.
A new 10-week challenge begins on January 7th. Jeff and Nicole talk about what those new gym-goers can expect at orientation and the first couple weeks at Farrell's.
Jeff and Nicole Essink go over their New Year's resolutions and goals, and discuss with Mark how to successfully add half marathon training to his current Farrell's workouts.
Rewiring The Brain
-Working out takes time for it to be habitual. Nicole, Mollie, and Caine speak about how long it took for working out to be an essential part of their day.
Mollie Joins Fitness Fanatics!
-Why did Mollie join Farrell's Extreme Body Shaping?
-How did she end up being an instructor?
How to Stay Motivated
-Dave Kovar talks about how to stay invested in any work out routine.
-Dave Kovar is an internationally renowned instructor with a black belt in ten different martial arts styles.
Setting The Schedule for Chris Whitney
Learn more about Chris Whitney's story at chrisrunsforms.com
How to Get Through Long Races (Nutrition & Preparation)
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Why Chris Joined "MS Run the US"
-Chris Whitney explains why he joined MS Run the US due to personal connections hes had with people with MS.
Learn more about Chris Whitney's story at chrisrunsforms.com
Moving Mishaps...
-Jeff and Nicole talk about their week and the challenges of moving to their new location.
After an up and down journey with fitness and an extensive back injury, Peggy landed at Farrell's in July. She looks back at those past experiences and compares them to what she's found now.
Nebraska football made the Matt Rhule hire official. Jeff and Nicole give their opinions on the new direction for the Huskers.
Changes don't just come on the scale? Peggy and Mark talk about differences they've seen in her, both in the gym and outside of it.
Peggy Onwiler (Mark's mom) joins Jeff and Nicole and weighs in on Mark's progress and her own journey with Farrell's.
Jeff and Nicole break down Mark's body composition results after seven months with Farrell's and talk about how to set up for success after the national challenge is over.
For the first time in many, many years, Nebraska ends the season with a win. Jeff and Nicole re-live a glorious Black Friday victory, and get a quick update on Mark's progress in the Farrell's national challenge.
- What is the importance of what you eat and how much you eat going along with your gym routine
- How do you convince someone to take better care of themselves as opposed to caring more about work?
How To Contact Longoria's Tactical Martial Arts
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History of Longoria
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When Is The Right Time to Get Into Taekwondo?
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Rudy's Chargers Fandom
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Rudy Longoria Joins Fitness Fanatics
-How did Rudy get into taekwondo?
-Explaining the purpose and structure of the belt system.
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Week 5 Check In
-Nicole and Jeff talk about this 10-week challenge halfway point results.
-What are the numbers saying and what do they mean?
-Ticket Listeners Doing The 10-Week Challenge Join the Show!
-Stay Away From Halloween Candy!
-Nicole breaks down how to handle your nutrients through the Halloween season.
-Ticket Listeners Doing The 10-Week Challenge Join the Show!
Running In Nebraska
-How to work up into running a marathon/half-marathon
You can follow Lisa Robb on IG or FB @rainingglittercoaching
What Got Lisa Inspired to Help Others in Their Fitness Journey's?
-What is 12-Minute Turtles and how did Lisa come up with the idea?
You can follow Lisa Robb on IG or FB @rainingglittercoaching
Lisa Robb Joins the Show!
-Lisa's experience with Farrell's
-How did Lisa become a consistent runner?
Jeff is Late!
-Jeff explains his crazy route to the station and the obstacles he faced.
-Brandi fills in for Nicole!
How Being in Shape Can Expedite the Recovery Process
-Leslie credit's her quick recovery to the fact that she was in peak shape around the time she found out she had breast cancer.
Leslie's Breast Cancer Story Continued
-Leslie breaks down here experience when she found out she had breast cancer.
-She emphasizes to anyone going through it to advocate for yourself and make sure you're finding the best treatment out there simply by asking questions.
-The recovery process and why it's important to care about one's health.
Leslie Peirce Joins Fitness Fanatics!
-Leslie was a 10-week challenge winner!
-Why did she join Farrell's with her husband when they got to Lincoln?
-The community of friends she made at Farrell's.
-Leslie's breast cancer story.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
-Crystal opens up about her family's history with breast cancer.
-It's important to know your family history to understand what cancer's if any have been prevalent in your family tree.
Crystal Kjar (Farrell's Instructor)
-Get to know Crystal's background as an athletic trainer and instructor at Farrell's Extreme Body Shaping.
How to Maintain Motivation
-What do you do when you hit a wall after months of progress?
-Reflection is the key word according to Chip. One needs to look at why they started in order to keep going forward.
Motivation from Chip & Glyn Townsend!
-Chip and Glyn break down the core values that they teach.
T eachable
E xcellence
A ccountable
M otivated
C ourteous
H onest
I nspiration
P erseverance
Chip on America's Got Talent! (2010)
-How did Chip make it on America's Got Talent?
-How far did his group go?
Chip and Glyn Ann Townsend Join Fitness Fanatics!
-Chip and Glyn talk about their story and how they got where there are today.
-Chip has 14x International World Titles in Breaking!
Jeff Shares a Story of Conquering Doubts
-Jeff and Nicole talk about the upcoming 10-week challenge that starts Oct. 1st.
-Setting the stage for Chip and Glyn Townsend
NFL Talk
-The guys go around speaking about their favorite teams, and what their ceiling might be.
How Rob and AJ Got Started
-Toughest challenges with nutrition.
-Should you work out before joining Farrell's?
AJ (10-Week Challenge Winner) & Robb Join the Show!
-AJ the 10-week challenge winner for $1000 talks about his journey.
-Why did Rob and AJ get involved with Farrells?
Bears vs Packers
-Nicole being a Packers fan feels pretty good going up against Jeff's Chicago Bears.
Jeff's New Meal Plan
-Whole 30 Diet, and what it consist of.
-Jeff shares his diet stories.
The Winners of the Summer 10-Week Challenge
-A NEW Farell's location is opening here in Lincoln!
-Breaking down the winners and losers of the 10-week fitness challenge.
Amy and Kelly join the Fitness Fanatics to talk about the Run to Overcome, presented by Project 4:7, which raises awareness for mental health.
Amy and Kelly join the Fitness Fanatics to talk about the Run to Overcome, presented by Project 4:7, which raises awareness for mental health.
Amy and Kelly join the Fitness Fanatics to talk about the Run to Overcome, presented by Project 4:7, which raises awareness for mental health.
The Fit Members at Farrell's Extreme Bodyshaping finished up an 8-week "Ironman" challenge with a big finale event on Saturday.
Jeff and Nicole Essink with Farrell's Extreme Bodyshaping talk about how to handle workouts and nutrition when you might not be your most motivated.
What to Expect at Farrell's Workouts
-Resistance bands vs weights.
-Results take time, and can be different for every individual.
Fasting and Broken Garage Doors
-Breaking down the nutrients needed for a workout lifestyle, and if fasting is okay.
-Jeff tells the story of his busted garage door.
Joe (Ambition Electric) & Kim Davis Join the Show!
-How did Kim and Joe first get into Farrell's?
-Mark's success inspiring Joe to get more involved.
Getting Ready for the 10 Week Challenge (Starts October 1st)
-Breaking down the workouts and goals of the 10 week challenge.
-Jeff has yet to be in a fight?
Priscilla wraps up the conversation about mental health in sports and Jeff gets you pumped up for game week!
Priscilla talks about mental health, parenting, and relationships in both the world of sports and in everyday life
Priscilla was a collegiate and professional softball player. She talks about the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle, from physical, mental, and social standpoints.
Priscilla Joseph, host of Behind the Game on 93.7 The Ticket, joins Nicole and Jeff for a wide-ranging discussion, starting with some Husker talk and Jeff's rules for watching college football.
Lori is officially part of the Husker family; her daughter is committed to play soccer for the university. She talks about her own Nebraska fandom and her love for the different Nebraska programs.
On top of selling the running gear, Fleet Feet Sports hosts training classes and a number of charity events in the community. Lori Borer gives the list of what they do and what's coming up.
At Fleet Feet Sports, Lori Borer gets to be around athletes at nearly every level. She tells us how she can help first-time runners get started, and how she can help experienced runners go to a new level.
Lori discusses her 49ers and Chiefs fandom, and what she does when the two teams face off.
Lori Borer, owner of three Fleet Feet Sports locations in Lincoln and Omaha, talks about her relationship with running throughout her life and how she's gotten to where she is today.
Why are there so many unmarked intersections throughout Lincoln? Jeff and Nicole wonder about that while giving praise to the state of Iowa and roundabouts.
Jeff, Nicole, and Matt are all feeling optimistic about Nebraska's chances in the coming football season.
Matt tells Jeff and Nicole how his stroke in 2008 altered the path of his life, and how he now tries to use his story to positively impact others.
In 2008, Matt suffered a stroke at age 23. He tells the story of how it happened, how it was discovered, and his path to recovery after.
Matt Hehn followed Ahman Green to the Packers, and discovered they had a pretty good QB sitting on the roster.
Matt Hehn is a current ten-week challenge participant at Farrell's Extreme Bodyshaping. He talks to Jeff and Nicole about his progress through the first four weeks.
After a week off, Jeff and Nicole are back at it. They recap their weekends away and get an update on Mark's progress in the national challenge.
Maggi introduces us to her daughter, Fiona, who is a nationally ranked hurdler headed out to compete in the USATF National Junior Olympics.
We learn about Maggi's organization, JoyFlowCo, whose mission is to empower and encourage women in athletics. Maggi also gives us a dose of motivation to help listeners find their "why."
Maggie goes through her years working with the Husker athletic department and the lessons she took from Tom Osborne and others. She also give a glimpse into what fitness looks like for athletes at the highest levels.
Maggi Thorne talks about her journey from Husker Track and Field to American Ninja Warrior, and both the successes and failures along the way.
The most difficult part of the ten-week challenge is oftentimes the food. Nate Clouse tells us how that has gone for him in the first seven days and the support he receives at home to help him out.
InsideNebraska's Nate Clouse is one week into the Farrell's 10-week challenge. He talks about his decision to start that journey and how week 1 went for him.
Jeff and Nicole will be running the Husker Road Race 5K. It'll be a friendly run, but what would happen if they raced for real?
Jeff and Nicole go through Nick Saban's five principles for sticking to the process and achieving success.
Injury prevention tips for experienced athletes and people who are new to fitness with Dr Adam Gentzler of Spine and Sports Chiropractic
Jeff and Nicole are both patients with Dr Adam Gentzler. They talk about their experiences under his care and what makes him different than a “traditional” chiropractor.
Dr Adam tells the story of his NFL fandom, and how he watches games as a medical professional
Dr Adam Gentzler from Spine and Sports Chiropractic joins the show
-He begins by talking about where his passion for sports medicine comes from
A new ten week challenge starts on Monday at Farrell’s Extreme Body
-Mark gives advice as a recent challenge completer.
One final push for what's looking to be a large group enrolling in the upcoming ten-week challenge at Farrell's Extreme Bodyshaping
Merilee talks about taking the lessons she learned about nutrition during her ten-week challenge at Farrell's and applying them to her current life.
Merilee goes through the discovery of her brain tumors and life in and out of the gym since that time.
Merilee is a Bills fan living in Iowa. How did that happen? It's all because of a high school classmate named Bill...
Merilee Fenton has recently been diagnosed with multiple brain tumors. She joins Fitness Fanatics to tell her story, beginning with her path to physical fitness over the last 10-15 years.
It's been a rough week in the Essink household. Jeff and Nicole explain before diving into the next 10-week session at Farrell's.
Jeff and Nicole Essink cover a wide variety of topics with Rahmir Johnson and Nick Henrich, including their HS football careers and journeys to Nebraska, video games, and the upcoming Husker Road Race 5K and Fun Run at Memorial Stadium
Nebraska football's Rahmir Johnson and Nick Henrich finish up the show with one final plug for the Husker Road Race
Nebraska Football's Rahmir Johnson and Nick Henrich look back at some of their favorite pre-Husker moments on the gridiron.
Nebraska football's Rahmir Johnson and Nick Henrich discuss next month's Husker Road Race 5k and Fun Run.
Nebraska football's Rahmir Johnson and Nick Henrich give Jeff a lesson on some more "current" video game trends.
Rahmir Johnson and Nick Henrich talk about their unique journeys to Nebraska, while Jeff describes his one shot at making the Nebraska football team in the 90's.
Jeff and Nicole celebrated their 24th wedding anniversary with a 24 mile bike ride. Jeff talks about his secret life as a Tecmo Super Bowl junkie.
-Hayley and her partner, Charles, went through the challenge together. They talk about their motivations and experiences.-
-Finding the right balance to continue seeing results without the motivation of a challenge
Husker Football Predictions
-How do these guys see this upcoming season going?
-Also, favorite nutritious meals that will fill you up and are HEALTHY.
Meal Prepping and Nutrition Counseling
-How plan pricing around a healthy diet.
-Brook's volleyball career here at Nebraska.
Brooke Smith, who has a Masters Degree Nutrition and Exercise Physiology and a registered Dietitian, joins the show to talk nutrition. She is the owner of Source. Eat Fit right here in Lincoln on 1701 Pine Lake Rd.
-Why did the former Husker volleyball player choose to operate her own business in Lincoln?
-The importance of meal planning and routine.
-How should one vary their meals while meal planning to avoid eating the same thing everyday?
Peter gives a chilling answer to the question "Where would your life be if you hadn't started the ten-week challenge?"
Peter describes what it's like to wait 10 months to learn whether he had won the Farrell's National Challenge, and his experiences visiting other Farrell's gyms throughout the midwest.
Peter Jensen was able to achieve great results despite a global pandemic. How was he able to stay focused and committed while being forced to workout at home?
Peter talks about the experience of starting his Farrell's journey through the 10-week challenge (where he was NOT the winner of the local $1,000 prize).
Peter Jensen was the winner of the 2021 National Challenge through Farrell's Extreme Bodyshaping, meaning he achieved the biggest body transformation across all Farrell's gyms. In this segment, Peter discusses the ultimatum that got him inside the gym in the first place.
Nicole's out for the week, leaving Jeff and Mark to man the ship. Mark hit a milestone during his 10-week challenge. Jeff had his world rocked by a blind peanut butter taste test.
Nebraska Wrestling head coach Mark Manning and his wife, registered dietitian Carrie Manning join the show for the second hour. In this final episode, the couple discusses living in a house divided (Husker vs Sooner).
Nebraska Wrestling head coach Mark Manning and his wife, registered dietitian and FXB instructor Carrie Manning join the show for the second hour. In this segment, Coach Manning discusses the various workouts that he puts his athletes through (and how they would handle one of Carrie's workouts).
Nebraska Wrestling head coach Mark Manning and his wife, registered dietitian Carrie Manning join the show for the second hour. In this segment, Carrie talks about how she battles popular misconceptions about nutrition and reasons to avoid the "fad" diets.
Week 8's theme at Farrell's is "perseverance." What does that mean, and how do we apply it to the real world?
It's easy enough to maintain proper nutrition in your own kitchen. But how do you handle other challenges...vacations, busy schedules, celebrations, etc?
AD has finished a new book about his father: Wisdom From The Man With A Mop.
https://manwithmop.com/
What's it like to live the "Husker Power" life? Aaron Davis talks about the realities of playing on a national championship football team and working out under the "Godfather of collegiate strength and conditioning."
Aaron Davis has as many excuses as anyone to let his fitness slip. Instead, he tells us how he's leaned on his workouts and his gym family to get him through some difficult personal struggles.
It's easy to make excuses for our choices. But excuses don't change reality. It's true in sports, and it's true in fitness.
Jeff and guest co-host Aaron Davis discuss how to handle plateaus, lulls, stalls, or any other bumps in the road as folks walk along their lifelong fitness path.
Former Husker, motivational speaker and Farrell's member Aaron Davis fills in as guest co-host with Jeff. Mark went through his halfway weigh-in and body composition update. Jeff and AD discuss what motivates someone to decide to make a change with their personal fitness.
Jeff and Nicole welcome in Sarah Mwania and Lindsay Boever, who are EACH the mother to eleven children. The two of them discuss their motivations for continuing to include fitness in their busy lives and how they're able to avoid the excuses.
Jeff and Nicole welcome in Sarah Mwania and Lindsay Boever, who are EACH the mother to eleven children. The two of them discuss their motivations for continuing to include fitness in their busy lives and how they're able to avoid the excuses.
Jeff and Nicole welcome in Sarah Mwania and Lindsay Boever, who are EACH the mother to eleven children. The two of them discuss their motivations for continuing to include fitness in their busy lives and how they're able to avoid the excuses.
Nicole and Jeff preview Week 5's theme at Farrell's, and Mark updates on his stated goals from the challenge.
Jeff and Nicole discuss how to avoid getting burned out on "healthy" food. The ten-weekers at Farrell's have their five-week weigh-in coming up. What can the programs participants learn from that, and what mental mistakes should they avoid?
Nicole gives an update after running the Lincoln Half Marathon which she admits she "didn't really train for". Mark talks about the mental journey of the first four weeks of his 10-week challenge at Farrell's Extreme Bodyshaping, including a mentally difficult week three and an out-of-town test.
-Lifelong Husker fans Jeff and Matt have very different views on the experience of being fans.
-Everyone has challenges with nutrition. Matt talks about some of the keys to making it work.
-Matt is a health nut who helps his customers stay on track. But he went through his own life-threatening challenges that he had to overcome.
-Crystal is also an instructor at Ferrell's.
-She walks us through what led her here and what keeps her coming back.
-Crystal walks us through what led her to a career in athletic training, and what that actually means.
-Mark is through two weeks of the 10-week challenge. What's going well? Whats been a challenge?
Mike Price has lost 200 lbs in the last year. How did he get to 500+ lbs, and how has he turned things around?
Part 2
Mike Price has lost 200 lbs in the last year. How did he get to 500+ lbs, and how has he turned things around?
Part 1
Mark has volunteered to go through the ten-week challenge and document his progress on the show. What can he expect when he shows up for day 1?
Jeff and Nicole discuss the importance of setting realistic, measurable, and healthy goals during their ten-week challenge at Farrell's or any fitness journey.
Orientation for the 10-week challenge: 50 people in Lincoln and 2500 across the country took step one of their personal fitness journeys.
Help Jeff and Nicole win a contest on behalf of Team Jack, and learn about the upcoming Nebraska Football Road Race.
Lance Farrell calls into the show to talk about why he started the Farrell's franchise, what makes his method successful, and tells the incredible story of climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Jeff and Nicole explain what makes Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping successful and how it stands out from other workout experiences.
Jeff and Nicole Essink introduce themselves to the audience and tell their stories of becoming involved in the fitness community.