The Strength Within. Episode 712 with The Real Brad Lea (TRBL)
Apr 22, 2024
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Fitness icon Clark Bartram discusses the importance of prioritizing health, staying on top of medical needs, facing mortality with optimism, navigating health concerns, empowering men through fitness and lifestyle change, and advocating for regular health testing and accountability for overall well-being in an engaging and enlightening conversation.
Prioritizing health over professional success for men over 50.
Balancing physical health and career achievements leads to holistic success.
Regular health screenings and proactive lifestyle changes are crucial for men's well-being.
Deep dives
The Importance of Getting Fit After 50
Helping high-achieving men over 50 prioritize their health and fitness is key. The podcast discusses how successful individuals often neglect their physical well-being, focusing on business accomplishments. Encouraging these men to invest in their bodies, just like they do in their careers, forms a significant part of the podcast's message.
Reevaluating Perspectives on Health and Success
The conversation challenges the notion that pursuing societal success trumps physical fitness. The podcast highlights how achieving a 'six-pack' physique may impact one's confidence and ultimately overall success. It emphasizes the importance of balancing physical health and professional accomplishments.
Facing Health Realities and Embracing Life's Uncertainties
The podcast delves into the speaker's personal health journey, including a prostate cancer diagnosis and heart health concerns. Through candid discussions, the episode encourages men to proactively address health issues, fostering awareness about conditions like prostate cancer and heart health. It also underscores the significance of appreciating life's moments and maintaining a holistic approach to well-being.
The Importance of Lifestyle Intervention Before Turning to TRT
The podcast episode stresses the significance of prioritizing lifestyle interventions over immediately resorting to testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). The host emphasizes that men should focus on aspects like mindset, meals, movement, community, and integrity before considering TRT. Lifestyle changes are viewed as crucial for overall health improvement and should precede the decision to start TRT, which may not offer lasting benefits without supporting lifestyle changes.
The Message of Regular Health Testing and Taking Responsibility for Health
The episode underscores the importance of regular health testing and taking responsibility for one's health. It highlights the value of continuous monitoring through tests like blood work and PSA screenings. The host encourages listeners to proactively get tested to detect health issues early. Additionally, the discussion delves into the concept of being accountable for personal health outcomes, emphasizing the role of individual choices in overall well-being and the importance of taking action to address potential health concerns.
Today I’m joined by fitness icon Clark Bartram for an in-depth discussion that marks Clark's third appearance on the show. Known for his unparalleled expertise in helping men over 50 achieve remarkable physical transformations, Clark shares insights from his journey from model to his successful career and onto the unexpected health challenges he's facing today. Listeners are encouraged to take their health seriously by undergoing regular screenings and adopting a healthy lifestyle tailored to their unique circumstances. Clark's story is a call to action for men to not only focus on their physical fitness but also to be vigilant about their overall health. Check out Clark's charity Bend Over and Check It Like A Man and donate to his cause (Link below) What You'll Learn: The importance of putting your health first and staying on top of your medical needs.
Highlights: Clark's Legacy in Fitness A Shift in Focus The Importance of Health Screening A Call to Action for Men Adapting to Life’s Challenges The Power of Community and Mindset
You can follow today’s guest at: https://www.instagram.com/clarkbartram/?hl=en ttps://www.facebook.com/theclarkbartram/
Watch the full video episode on Brad’s Rumble here: https://rumble.com/c/c-2544182 Watch the full video episode on Brad’s Youtube here: https://bradlea.tv
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