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Escape Your Limits

Ep 342 - Inside the Minds of Top Athletes and Industry Leaders | Fit Expo L.A. 2025

Feb 8, 2025
43:29

This week on the Escape Your Limits podcast, we're bringing you a special midweek episode. We took the podcast to Fit Expo in Los Angeles, California, where we connected with industry leaders and explored cutting-edge ideas shaping the future of fitness.

During our time at the show, we interviewed some of the leading experts and athletes including:

  • Guy Cisternino Jr., 7x IFBB Pro Champ  @GuyCisternino
  • Martins Licis, World's Strongest Man, 2019  @MartinsLicis
  • Jon Kodak, Body Architect/Stretch Artist/Entrepreneur/Actor - Instagram @worldofkodak
  • Billy Reilich, Competitive Bodybuilder - Instagram @billreilich
  • Joe Ventress,  @Stillswolejv
  • Mark Harley, Fitness Coach  @HellaMarkHarley
  • Keone Pearson, 2x 212 Mr. Olympia  @keone_prodigy1
  • Lola Montez, IFBB Figure Pro 5x Olympian - Instagram @fit_lolamontez
  • Lexi Lutz, Bikini Competitor  @lexinicolex 

In this episode, we dive into a wide range of topics, including:

  • Latest trends in equipment, training, nutrition, and social media.
  • Training Styles – From stone lifting to joint-friendly methods, with a focus on effective equipment.
  • Nutrition and Supplements – Diverse diets, from high-protein to vegan, plus key supplements.
  • Social Media Influence – Fitness figures use platforms for education, engagement, and transparency.
  • Beyond Bodybuilding – Athletes explore jujitsu, boxing, and new competition goals.
  • Coaching & Learning – Experts, podcasts, and coaches are essential for progress.

To learn more about Fit Expo, click here: https://thefitexpo.com/

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0:00 Intro

0:55 Guy Cisternino Jr., 7x IFBB Pro Champ

8:27 Martins Licis, World's Strongest Man, 2019

10:33 Billy Reilich, Competitive Bodybuilder

12:09 Joe Ventress

17:50 Jon Kodak, Body Architect/Stretch Artist/Entrepreneur/Actor

19:46 Mark Harley, Fitness Coach

29:06 Lola Montez, IFBB Figure Pro 5x Olympian

37:07 Keone Pearson, 2x 212 Mr. Olympia

40:02 Lexi Lutz, Bikini Competitor

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