Andy Petranek is a remarkable man. He is a United States Marine, the oldest CrossFit games qualifier, and a performance coach. He founded Crossfit LA in 2004, where I met him. He became one of the more positive influences on me at the time and since. Two weeks ago, after celebrating 20 years of sobriety, he sent me an incredibly touching message, which is why we decided to do this podcast. We dive into self-compassion, honesty, accountability, and balancing the spiritual abstract with the harshest aspects of mundane reality. Please check this man out at https://andypetranek.com and on his socials https://www.facebook.com/andypetranek https://www.instagram.com/andypetranek/ Do me a favor and like/subscribe so I can be happy. If you're interested in more detailed assistance, my patreon is here for you https://www.patreon.com/user?u=2666345&fan_landing=true

A never-ending stream of podcasts will tell you how to lift and eat. Many of these podcasts are very good. The reality of fitness content is that it is mainly a distraction and not a source of education. There is a massive disconnect between most content and actual progress. This disconnect is the heart of most of our issues in and out of the gym. Do me a favor and like/subscribe so I can be happy. If you're interested in more detailed assistance, my patreon is here for you https://www.patreon.com/user?u=2666345&fan_landing=true

Most people don't even understand the most crucial aspect of fitness, strength. Avoiding competency in strength in hopes of not being "bulky" is a common mistake. People's aversion to this abstract bulkiness subsequently guarantees their perpetual lack of leanness and muscularity. In this podcast, I explain strength and how to achieve it effectively and efficiently. YEAH BUDDY!! If you want more detailed information, research, or personal assistance, head to my patreon and sign up. Do me a favor and like/subscribe so I can be happy. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=2666345&fan_landing=true

When Deadlifts hurt your back, and you want to balance BJJ and lifting, and you need some Armenian Rap, and you want to improve your warmups, and you want to lose body fat, and you want to know when to get out of a relationship, this is the only show to help you. It's a great session of Q and A on "MIkeyLIkesYou." Do me a favor and like/subscribe so that I can be happy. If you're interested in more detailed assistance, my patreon is here for you https://www.patreon.com/user?u=266634...

I never assumed I'd feel this way after twenty years without alcohol and drugs. Frankly, I never assumed I'd go twenty years without alcohol and drugs. I open up a lot in this episode, and it's embarrassing at times. I do feel a lot better after getting this stuff off my chest. With Love, Michael D. Catherwood

Mike is on sabbatical so Rudy Cisneros gets the call from the Pen. He'll take care of you this week. 

We've all worked to monitor what we eat. We regulate how much and what types of food we intake because we don't want to overload the system. The same principles apply to our social, professional, and love life, yet we never seem to accept them. The man who overpacks his camel will get stranded in the desert.

It's a question and answers session on the new Mikey LIkes You, and I think it might be my best. I deal with questions regarding good and bad weight loss, raising a daughter, split squats vs. back squats, protein vs. calories, drinking problems, dumbells vs. barbells, and much more. Thanks to everyone who submitted questions, and please like and subscribe if you haven't already. My Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/user?u=2666345

This episode is pretty darn awesome. Alex Feinberg joins me to talk about sustainable fat loss, habit forming, and passive fat loss vs. active fat loss. This is a very interesting fella. He was a professional baseball player, successful in finance, and then used his critical analysis skill to take on physique training. I highly recommend all his literature and info. Find him at @alexfeinberg1 on Twitter and Instagram. his ebooks are at gumroad - https://sustaingluttony.gumroad.com/l/SfiYj?recommended_by=search&_ga=2.249556228.2048510082.1664250913-140374679.1663878946&_gl=11lrewdp_gaMTQwMzc0Njc5LjE2NjM4Nzg5NDY._ga_6LJN6D94N6*MTY2NDI1MDkyMC4zLjEuMTY2NDI1MDk5OS4wLjAuMA.. if you're interested in joining my tribe on patreon, I'd love to have you. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=2666345

I don't want you to waste time or energy on the thousands of things that don't matter. Mainly because there are about 5 things that really do matter. I cover finding a caloric setpoint to meet your goal, macronutrient breakdowns, an optimal training program, and the rare supplements that might actually be worth your money. Whether you're just getting going or a seasoned vet, this podcast will help. I promise you. Head to my patreon and get all the relevant details and maybe sign up to have me help you through this. I got you, baby. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=2666345