The Fit2Fat2Fit Experience

Casey Means, MD is a Stanford-trained physician, Chief Medical Officer and Co-founder of metabolic health company Levels, and Associate Editor of the International Journal of Disease Reversal and Prevention. In this episode, Drew and Dr. Casey delve into the world of health technology - particularly CGM tech, explore what it can do for everyday people, and discuss how it will play a vital role in preventatively treating major health issues at the root of the problem. Additionally, Dr. Casey also gives great insight into how this technology can be leveraged in many different ways should you choose to take advantage of it’s benefits!   Learn more about Levels, and skip the line by following this link: levels.link/fit2fat2fit   HIGHLIGHTS:   [06:59] Why our current institutional medical system fails to treat problems at the source, and how this guided Dr. Casey’s career away from “traditional” reactive medicine.   [16:10] How Levels was born, the philosophy behind the company, and how they have developed powerful tools to help you take control of your health.   [26:39] The do’s and don'ts of blood sugar levels, how major spikes followed by crashes can cause serious problems in the body - and even shift your body’s hormone production.    [41:05] Why we need technology to help us determine what diets and foods are optimal for our bodies and life-long health.    [50:45] What Levels has planned for the future, and how more data will enable them to aid people in making educated choices when determining diet and exercise practices.   SPONSORS:   Levels — Levels tracks your blood glucose in real time, so you can maximize your diet and exercise. Levels was a key component in Drew’s Fit2Fat2Forty journey, and provides truly life-changing information to aid you in transforming your health. Go to levels.link/fit2fat2fit to bypass the waiting list today!    DrinkKoia.com — Koia conveniently delivers indulgently delicious plant-based and keto friendly drinks packed with plant protein & made with little sugar. Made naturally craveable and nutritious using simple ingredients to keep your day fueled & full of flavor. Use the code “fit2fat2fit” at checkout to receive 20% off of your order!   Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop Drew’s hand-formulated, high-quality, pre-workout greens, Keto Meal Replacement with grass-fed collagen, MCT Oil soft-gels, bone broth, and more! Use the code “podcast” to get 20% off of your order!   SHOW LINKS: Fit2Fat2Fit Take the Fit2Fat2Fit Podcast Listener Survey Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  @Fit2Fat2Fit on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Keto School Program Complete Keto Book Email Drew: info@fit2fat2fit.com

In this week’s episode of the Fit2Fat2Fit Experience Podcast, Drew talks through five strategies that you can implement to improve mental health following one of the most stressful years we have ever experienced as a society. First, Drew lays out some statistics that show how overall mental health has declined over the past year, and then he gives some great ways to combat a year, or even a lifetime, of building negative habits. If you, or anyone you know, has struggled with mental health, this episode is for you!   Learn more about the BACK4MORE program HERE   HIGHLIGHTS:   [04:20] Statistics that paint a picture of the overall mental health of our population amid 2020’s unprecedented events.   [08:24] Drew’s number one tip to get your mental and physical health back on track after enduring a brutal year of forming bad habits, and how to get yourself motivated to make changes.    [15:29] How sleep affects your overall health, and how you can re-sync your body’s circadian rhythm to enhance your mood and energy levels.   [23:12] How mindfulness and meditation heals the mind, and great free resources to get you started.   [29:37] Drew’s personal habits, how they help him improve his mental health, and how not being able to use them during Fit2Fat2Forty made it difficult to handle stress.   SPONSORS:   DrinkKoia.com — Koia conveniently delivers indulgently delicious plant-based and keto friendly drinks packed with plant protein & made with little sugar. Made naturally craveable and nutritious using simple ingredients to keep your day fueled & full of flavor. Use the code “fit2fat2fit” at checkout to receive 20% off of your order!   SteadyMD — SteadyMD is a completely new approach to primary care. Their doctors see a limited number of patients, so they can give you the time and attention you deserve. Their service is completely online, which means that you get comprehensive, personalized care from anywhere in the world, on any device. Go to steadymd.com/fit2fat2fit to take the quiz today!   Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop Drew’s hand-formulated, high-quality, pre-workout greens, Keto Meal Replacement with grass-fed collagen, MCT Oil soft-gels, bone broth, and more! SHOW LINKS:   Fit2Fat2Fit Take the Fit2Fat2Fit Podcast Listener Survey Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  @Fit2Fat2Fit on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Keto School Program Complete Keto Book Email Drew: info@fit2fat2fit.com

Dr. Mindy Pelz is empowering people all over the world to believe in their body’s own healing abilities through fasting, diet variation, removing chemicals from the body, and so much more. Dr. Mindy is a recognized leader and expert in the world of alternative health. In this episode, Drew chats with Dr. Mindy about the power of resetting your health, how to implement fasting into your diet, the major hormonal differences between men and women, synching your diet to hormonal shifts, and much more. This episode is PACKED with useful information that you don’t want to miss.   Learn more about the BACK4MORE program HERE   HIGHLIGHTS:   [03:45] Dr. Mindy’s thoughts on Drew’s Fit2Fat2Forty journey, what we can all learn from the results of eating a typical American diet, and why she decided to help heal others through nutrition and lifestyle changes.   [18:30] The key differences between men and women while they are fasting or practicing the Keto diet, and how women can track their cycle to maximize nutrition habits.   [25:46] The most common hormonal problems that women face, and how nutrition could resolve many of the issues caused by hormonal imbalances.   [32:20] How Dr. Mindy approaches fasting, the benefits of different types of fasting, and what to avoid in order to not break your fast.    [36:50] Dr. Mindy’s best tips for preparing to adopt a fasting lifestyle, maintaining a fast, and how to properly break a fast in a healthy way based on your future nutritional goals.    MINDY’S RECOMMENDED FASTING SCHEDULE FOR WOMEN:   *Track your cycle using the Clue app to get familiar with your body’s natural hormonal rhythm.   Days 1-10: 1-3 day water or extended fasts are appropriate.   Day 11-15: Intermittent fast   Day 16-19: Water/extended fast   Day 20-end of cycle: Stop fasting completely   SPONSORS:   Lakanto — Lakanto uses Monk Fruit as a sugar substitute to bring you delicious sweet flavors without compromising your Ketogenic diet. Once you find a delicious low-calorie product to try, use the code fit2fat2fit at checkout and get 20% off of your order!   Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop Drew’s hand-formulated, high-quality, pre-workout greens, Keto Meal Replacement with grass-fed collagen, MCT Oil soft-gels, bone broth, and more!   SHOW LINKS:   Dr. Mindy's Youtube Dr. Mindy's Website Fit2Fat2Fit Take the Fit2Fat2Fit Podcast Listener Survey Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  @Fit2Fat2Fit on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Keto School Program Complete Keto Book Email Drew: info@fit2fat2fit.com

Ron and Sally are a couple that joined Drew on the Back2Fit journey, which yielded impressive results for both of them! In this episode, Drew chats with Ron and Sally about their journey, some of the biggest hurdles they faced, how they overcame them, their biggest successes, and the biggest lessons that they took away from the experience. While they are undoubtedly a Fit2Fat2Fit success story, it didn’t come easy! Find out how they did it as a team on this week’s episode!   Learn more about the BACK4MORE program HERE   HIGHLIGHTS:   [03:45] Sally and Ron’s weight-loss journey, how they did it, and what they learned along the way.   [10:35] Some of the hardest challenges that came with healthy lifestyle changes, and how Ron and Sally worked as a team to overcome them.   [19:32] How Ron and Sally’s journey impacted the lives of people around them at work, and at home!   [21:58] How discipline kept Ron and Sally on track mentally and emotionally, which helped them reach their goals.    [27:15] Advice that Ron and Sally would give to themselves if they were able to go back and talk to their older selves.   SPONSORS:   Paleovalley — Paleovalley makes 100% grass fed beef sticks that are fermented using old-world methods in order to preserve the meat in a healthy way, rather than using unnatural preservatives like other companies. They make an amazing on-the-go snack, are packed with probiotics, and they taste delicious! Use the code fit2fat2fit at checkout to receive 15% off of your order!   Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop Drew’s hand-formulated, high-quality, pre-workout greens, Keto Meal Replacement with grass-fed collagen, MCT Oil soft-gels, bone broth, and more!   SHOW LINKS:   Fit2Fat2Fit Take the Fit2Fat2Fit Podcast Listener Survey Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  @Fit2Fat2Fit on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Keto School Program Complete Keto Book Email Drew: info@fit2fat2fit.com

Joe Hawley is a former professional athlete who played 8 seasons in the NFL. He is now an entrepreneur, podcast host, author, speaker, angel investor & Founder of The Härt Collective. In this episode, Drew chats with Joe about his wild journey of leaving his NFL career to live in a van for two years, all while discovering his true identity outside of professional sports. Joe has an amazing story, and is a fountain of wisdom that you don’t want to miss.   Learn more about the BACK4MORE program HERE   HIGHLIGHTS:   [04:45] How Joe got into football, his journey to the NFL, and his identity crisis after leaving his 16-year football career.   [11:00] Why Joe left the NFL to live out of a van while traveling the country.   [23:36] The biggest moments of synchronistic teaching that Joe experienced while traveling, and how opening up to the universe can facilitate some of the greatest moments of our lives.   [33:00] Dealing with loneliness, using it to your advantage, and how Joe maintained his health while on the road.   [45:44] Joe’s Ayahuasca experiences, and how psychedelics have shaped his life in a profound way.     SPONSORS:   Paleovalley — Paleovalley makes 100% grass fed beef sticks that are fermented using old-world methods in order to preserve the meat in a healthy way, rather than using unnatural preservatives like other companies. They make an amazing on-the-go snack, are packed with probiotics, and they taste delicious! Use the code fit2fat2fit at checkout to receive 15% off of your order!   SteadyMD — SteadyMD is a completely new approach to primary care. Their doctors see a limited number of patients, so they can give you the time and attention you deserve. Their service is completely online, which means that you get comprehensive, personalized care from anywhere in the world, on any device. Go to steadymd.com/fit2fat2fit to take the quiz today!   Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop Drew’s hand-formulated, high-quality, pre-workout greens, Keto Meal Replacement with grass-fed collagen, MCT Oil soft-gels, bone broth, and more!   SHOW LINKS:   The Hart Collective @joe.hawley Fit2Fat2Fit Take the Fit2Fat2Fit Podcast Listener Survey Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  @Fit2Fat2Fit on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Keto School Program Complete Keto Book Email Drew: info@fit2fat2fit.com

Jack and Colleen have an amazing transformation story after joining Back2Fit and losing over 90+ pounds as a couple! In this episode, Drew talks with Jack and Colleen about their transformation journey, what they did that was successful, what was difficult, and what they plan on doing as they move forward. This episode is full of amazing insight into what it was like to participate in Back2Fit, and what is possible if you can successfully make a lifestyle change and stick to the plan!   Learn more about the BACK4MORE program HERE   HIGHLIGHTS:   [02:55] What was different about the Back2Fit program, why Jack and Colleen chose to join Drew, and the amazing results they’ve seen over the last four months.   [10:00] Breaking bad generational food habits, the difficulties of maintaining new habits, and how Jack and Colleen dealt with a complete lifestyle change in a short period of time.   [19:24] How the mental and emotional side of transformation affected  Jack and Colleen's fitness journey, as well as other areas of their lives.   [25:42] Dealing with failure, pushing through the toughest moments of the journey as a team, and how to take control of your life through the good and bad.   [35:10] What Jack and Colleen plan on doing now that they have successfully achieved their goals, and how they plan to maintain their progress.   SPONSORS:   Lakanto — Lakanto uses Monk Fruit as a sugar substitute to bring you delicious sweet flavors without compromising your Ketogenic diet. Once you find a delicious low-calorie product to try, use the code fit2fat2fit at checkout and get 20% off of your order!   Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop Drew’s hand-formulated, high-quality, pre-workout greens, Keto Meal Replacement with grass-fed collagen, MCT Oil soft-gels, bone broth, and more!   SHOW LINKS:   Fit2Fat2Fit Take the Fit2Fat2Fit Podcast Listener Survey Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  @Fit2Fat2Fit on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Keto School Program Complete Keto Book Email Drew: info@fit2fat2fit.com

Summer Manning is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, and is the founder of The Centered Collective. In this episode, Summer explains her long journey of discovering how to adapt her diet and fitness routines in order to maximize her overall wellness practices. This included battling with an eating disorder, shifting from a vegan diet to adopting animal protein, and much more. If you are a woman who struggles with a stagnant routine, this episode is full of fantastic information that you don’t want to miss!   Learn more about the BACK4MORE program HERE   HIGHLIGHTS:   [08:41] What drove Summer to take control of her health, and why she chose to transition into the health and wellness industry.    [17:05] How Summer developed a healthy relationship with food after struggling with orthorexia for several years.   [23:35] Summer explains how the menstrual cycle affects the body, and how women can adapt their diet and fitness routines to make their bodies work for them.   [32:30] Primary nutrition versus secondary nutrition, and why having a well rounded approach to wellness is key to success in all areas of life.   [39:50] Parenting advice for people struggling to keep their kids on track with their nutrition, even when the kids may not want to cooperate.   SPONSORS:   Dry Farm Wines — You can have alcohol on the ketogenic diet. Use this link for a bottle of wine for $.01 with any order.   SteadyMD — SteadyMD is a completely new approach to primary care. Their doctors see a limited number of patients, so they can give you the time and attention you deserve. Their service is completely online, which means that you get comprehensive, personalized care from anywhere in the world, on any device. Go to steadymd.com/fit2fat2fit to take the quiz today!   Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop Drew’s hand-formulated, high-quality, pre-workout greens, Keto Meal Replacement with grass-fed collagen, MCT Oil soft-gels, bone broth, and more!   SHOW LINKS:   The Centered Collective www.fit2fat2forty.com Fit2Fat2Fit Take the Fit2Fat2Fit Podcast Listener Survey Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  @Fit2Fat2Fit on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Keto School Program Complete Keto Book Email Drew: info@fit2fat2fit.com

Fit2Fat2Forty is finally OVER!! What a journey this has been! This episode of the Fit2Fat2Fit Experience is crammed full of amazing information and insights as Drew walks us through his final two weeks of weight-loss, how he lost 6 pounds in one week, and his biggest lessons after having a chance to look back on this entire experience. Drew then looks forward to what is coming next for him as a person, his brand, and for you! You will NOT want to miss this episode!   Learn more about the BACK4MORE program HERE   HIGHLIGHTS:   [05:34] The biggest lessons that Drew will take away from his Fit2Fat2Forty journey now that he is finished and can look back on his experience as a whole.    [13:54] How Drew lost 6 pounds in one week, and why it isn’t worth it to go to extremes when trying to achieve your health and fitness goals.   [29:27] Drew breaks down his emotional reaction after stepping off of the scale for the last time, and updates us on his relationship with Julie.   [34:30] Why Drew had to sit down during his live-stream weigh-in, and what he plans to do going forward as he deals with an injury.   [39:28] What Drew has to say to everyone who has supported him and joined in on the Fit2Fat2Fit movement.   SPONSORS:   Dry Farm Wines — You can have alcohol on the ketogenic diet. Use this link for a bottle of wine for $.01 with any order.   Lakanto — Lakanto uses Monk Fruit as a sugar substitute to bring you delicious sweet flavors without compromising your Ketogenic diet. Once you find a delicious low-calorie product to try, use the code fit2fat2fit at checkout and get 20% off of your order!   Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop Drew’s hand-formulated, high-quality, pre-workout greens, Keto Meal Replacement with grass-fed collagen, MCT Oil soft-gels, bone broth, and more!   SHOW LINKS:   www.fit2fat2forty.com Fit2Fat2Fit Take the Fit2Fat2Fit Podcast Listener Survey Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  @Fit2Fat2Fit on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Keto School Program Complete Keto Book Email Drew: info@fit2fat2fit.com

On this week’s episode of the Fit2Fat2Fit Experience, Drew recaps his hectic week of continuous moving, stress, and hard work. If you have ever struggled to stay disciplined when all you need is a comforting slice of pizza, then this one's for you! No one is perfect, and neither is Drew, but there is no need to get upset if you slip up from time to time. Just don’t let one lax moment turn into a regression of bad habits. Find out how Drew dealt with slipping up, how you can deal with it too, and much more on this week’s episode!   Interested in becoming a certified Complete Keto Coach under the Fit2Fat2Fit brand? Click HERE   Join Drew on the journey back to fit, and access BACK2FIT content HERE   Sign up to get notified when the BACK4MORE program goes live HERE   HIGHLIGHTS:   [04:53] Drew’s physical results, his hectic moving schedule, and why he lost much less weight than usual this week.   [07:27] How Drew maintained - or failed to maintain - his workouts and diet in the middle of moving.   [11:30] Why it’s okay to take a small break from time to time, how to avoid regressing back into bad habits, and accepting the fact that no one is perfect.   [16:22] Drew explains the entirety of Back4More, a new 2 month program that is launching soon!   SPONSORS:   Paleovalley — Paleovalley makes 100% grass fed beef sticks that are fermented using old-world methods in order to preserve the meat in a healthy way, rather than using unnatural preservatives like other companies. They make an amazing on-the-go snack, are packed with probiotics, and they taste delicious! Use the code fit2fat2fit at checkout to receive 15% off of your order!   Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop Drew’s hand-formulated, high-quality, pre-workout greens, Keto Meal Replacement with grass-fed collagen, MCT Oil soft-gels, bone broth, and more!   SHOW LINKS:   www.fit2fat2forty.com Fit2Fat2Fit Take the Fit2Fat2Fit Podcast Listener Survey Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  @Fit2Fat2Fit on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Keto School Program Complete Keto Book Email Drew: info@fit2fat2fit.com

May the move commence! Drew is in the middle of moving from his home in Salt Lake City to Hawaii, but that doesn’t mean his goals have to be compromised. On this week’s episode of the Fit2Fat2Fit Experience, Drew recaps his last two hectic weeks as he moved from his house into an AirBnb in preparation to ultimately move to Hawaii. This was much more stressful and difficult than he anticipated, but he was ultimately successful in both the move and maintaining his fitness goals. Find out how he managed to pull this off, and what is coming up next after Back2Fit, in this episode!   Interested in becoming a certified Complete Keto Coach under the Fit2Fat2Fit brand? Click HERE   Join Drew on the journey back to fit, and access BACK2FIT content HERE   Sign up to get notified when the BACK4MORE program goes live HERE   HIGHLIGHTS:   [06:15] Drew explains the process of moving as a single parent with kids and a business, as well as how the moving process affected his ability to stay on track with his health and fitness goals.    [11:58] How Drew looks at completing his goals, and how he will feel if he falls short by the end of his journey.    [13:00] Why Drew feels sad about moving to Hawaii, starting a new chapter, and overcoming the fear of taking the next step in life.   [16:15] Where Drew is at on his journey Back2Fit, thinking beyond your current goals to push your limits, and Drew’s plan to use a targeted Ketogenic diet.   [20:45] Drew announces Back4More - an 8 week program with super detailed diet protocols, detailed exercises, mental and emotional hacks, and much more! Sign up    SPONSORS:   Paleovalley — Paleovalley makes 100% grass fed beef sticks that are fermented using old-world methods in order to preserve the meat in a healthy way, rather than using unnatural preservatives like other companies. They make an amazing on-the-go snack, are packed with probiotics, and they taste delicious! Use the code fit2fat2fit at checkout to receive 15% off of your order!   Eaton Hemp — Eaton Hemp produces high quality hemp products and hemp foods. Their hemp hearts are completely organic, a true superfood - packed with protein, minerals, and antioxidants, and are one of Drew’s favorite snacks! Use the code fit2fat2fit at checkout to receive 20% off of your order!   Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop Drew’s hand-formulated, high-quality, pre-workout greens, Keto Meal Replacement with grass-fed collagen, MCT Oil soft-gels, bone broth, and more!   SHOW LINKS:   www.fit2fat2forty.com Fit2Fat2Fit Take the Fit2Fat2Fit Podcast Listener Survey Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  @Fit2Fat2Fit on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Keto School Program Complete Keto Book Email Drew: info@fit2fat2fit.com