Fitness Isn’t Complicated: How to Make It Sustainable with Noah Valinsky

In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with fitness trainer and former dancer Noah Valinsky for a powerful conversation about mindset, movement, and sustainability in health. They dive into the realities of fitness, from reframing hunger and discipline to the importance of structure, organization, and finding what works for you.

Noah shares insights from his personal journey in entertainment and fitness, while Ethan reflects on his own path of transformation. Together, they highlight the balance between discipline, flexibility, and enjoyment in living a healthier life.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:03 – Introducing Noah Valinsky

00:21 – Fitness as a lifestyle, not a phase

01:07 – Demands of dance and athletic training

03:32 – The body as a “dumb meat sack”

07:01 – Controlling thoughts and reactions

10:30 – Factory settings vs modern life

12:54 – Finding sustainable fitness approaches

16:42 – Mindset and framing challenges

18:24 – One step at a time vs instant change

21:24 – Structure, organization, and success

22:49 – Awareness, willingness, preparedness

25:59 – Preparation and readiness in practice

27:26 – Knowing your limits and alternatives

30:08 – Tools, peptides, and diet fads

33:52 – Bodybuilding, legs, and recovery

36:42 – Pivoting when plans don’t work

39:27 – Fitness as individual sustainability

42:02 – Carbs, diet changes, and psoriasis

46:22 – Balance, flexibility, and family

49:55 – Traveling with food and preparation

53:20 – Sustainability and long-term balance

55:14 – Strength, health, and true fitness

56:04 – Closing thoughts

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