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Fresh ideas for your training, nutrition, and lifestyle to immediately put to use. Hosted by Marcus Filly, the founder and CEO of Functional Bodybuilding, and CMO Satya Khan. We’ll be talking about avoiding burnout, keeping your passion alive for training, and fueling your body and mind so you can look good, move well now and for years to come.
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Latest episodes

Apr 18, 2025 • 1h 33min
Drugs, Bro Science, and Coaching Winners - With Ziad Mansour
Coaches need coaches - and Marcus is no exception. Ziad Mansour, aka Coach Z, joined us at FBB HQ to share how his difficult upbringing led him to a rising career in bodybuilding and fitness.

Apr 11, 2025 • 37min
Simple Business Lessons That Apply to Fitness Too
Discover how business and fitness intertwine with shared principles that drive success. Learn the benefits of slow eating for better health and energy management. Simplifying your approach in both arenas can lead to lasting achievements. The importance of trusted mentors becomes clear as they guide you through the complexities of your journey. Finally, challenge the myths surrounding unique metabolisms and focus on consistent strategies for success.

Apr 4, 2025 • 39min
Getting Eyes On Your Movement
Even experts have things to learn - even about movements you’ve done thousands of times. Subtle changes can help you push more weight, stay out of pain, and make training feel so much better. Are you missing out on this training unlock?

Mar 28, 2025 • 35min
Following the Plan - And Still Gaining Weight
It’s entirely possible to do everything “right” with fitness and nutrition and still see the scale move in the direction you don’t want. But is it really even a problem? What to look for in your data - AND what will get you to trust it. Persist Platinum Coaching: https://functional-bodybuilding.com/pages/coaching

Mar 21, 2025 • 40min
Is 1100 Calories Too Low?
Fat loss is widely misunderstood - especially when you see a snapshot of someone’s diet without any of the context. Clear up the confusion around low calorie diets with today’s case study and data-driven approach. Sponsor: Transparent Labs Visit https://athlete.transparentlabs.com/marcus7 to stock up on everything you need.

Mar 14, 2025 • 37min
Training Intensity Unlocks
Learning how to train well is a lifelong pursuit - and no matter how much experience you have, there’s always a new level to reach. Listen and learn how capable you really are, and how this mindset carries over to other areas of life. Sponsor: LMNT DrinkLMNT.com/MarcusFilly

Mar 7, 2025 • 43min
Soggy Salads Suck. How to Meal Prep to Win
Step into the kitchen and take control of your nutrition - without getting caught flat-footed. Persist Platinum Coaching: https://functional-bodybuilding.com/coaching

Feb 28, 2025 • 30min
What’s It Like to Get Coaching?
Putting your fitness in someone else’s hands can be a scary prospect. You might fear failure, or the commitment involved, or even what happens if it works. Today we dig into the mental and emotional journey of what it’s like to coach and be coached. Persist Platinum Coaching: https://functional-bodybuilding.com/coaching

Feb 21, 2025 • 35min
Micro Goals Vs. Major Changes
Real talk about weight loss or big muscle gains: meaningful, visual changes take a lot of time and effort. If you’re clinging to daily ups and downs, this message might be just what you need to hear. Persist Platinum Coaching: https://functional-bodybuilding.com/coaching

Feb 13, 2025 • 43min
Bulking 2.0: Build Your Metabolic Fire
Bottomless buffets and unwanted extra fat is an outdated way to put on muscle mass. Learn how to make eye-popping gains you’ll love - and have the best workouts of your life. https://functional-bodybuilding.com/pages/persist
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