Jason Khalipa Podcast

Dave Reichert, a former sheriff and congressman, shares how his challenging childhood shaped his resilience and leadership. He discusses overcoming adversity, including a kidnapping, and how these experiences influenced his career in law enforcement and politics. Dave emphasizes the importance of fathers instilling confidence in their children amid societal challenges. He also reflects on his faith journey and the significance of community relationships in policing, advocating for stronger, supportive family dynamics in raising resilient kids.

What if focusing on food quality could be more impactful than just counting calories for weight loss? The hosts dive into the complexities of the Calories In, Calories Out debate while tackling misconceptions around healthy snacking. They explore the systemic issues around obesity, revealing how processed foods affect our choices. Listeners learn how simple habits can lead to significant health transformations and the importance of consistency in achieving fitness goals. Real-world examples and honest discussions make for an engaging and informative listen.

Discipline triumphs over fleeting motivation when it comes to fitness and personal growth. The hosts share humor-filled parenting tales while emphasizing the importance of morning routines and community support in achieving your fitness goals. They discuss overcoming self-limiting beliefs and highlight how competition can inspire transformation. The conversation also touches on the need for awareness of digital privacy issues among youth and the significance of accountability in one's fitness journey.

Struggling to lose fat and boost your energy levels? Discover how simple diet changes can help you optimize your hormones, supercharge your health, and get your body working with you, not against you. In Episode 166 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, Jason Khalipa and Gabe Yanez sit down with hormone and nutrition expert Sam Miller to break it all down. If you’re a hard-working dad chasing balance between family, career, and fitness, this episode is the no-nonsense guide you’ve been waiting for.Take control of your health and try our personalized training program today! Take the Training Program Quiz and get your 7-day free trial of the Train Hard app here: https://th.fit/. In this episode, Sam Miller explains how your diet directly impacts hormones like testosterone, helping you build muscle, burn fat, and sustain energy for work, workouts, and family time. The discussion is packed with practical tips for busy dads who want clear, actionable strategies that don’t require flipping their lives upside down. Jason, Gabe, and Sam keep it real, no gimmicks, just proven advice built on hard work and integrity.Follow Sam on IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammillerscience/Take our Training Program Quiz and get a 7-Day Trial to the TH App here: https://th.fit/Code: JKPODCAST for 50% off Lab Work at Blokes: https://blokes.co/jkpodcastNever let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=enNever Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programmingPhilanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/Chapters:0:00 Start Here0:03 Why Metabolism Matters1:55 Sam’s Health Journey5:50 Calories vs. Hormones7:45 Fix Your Gut Fast11:36 Macros or Ingredients?13:33 Food for Brain Power17:15 Stress = Digestion Problems19:08 Poor Diet Wrecks Your Gut22:40 The Cost of Low Calories24:29 Why You Need Fats27:44 Standard Tests Aren’t Enough29:21 Key Hormones for Women32:33 Testosterone Basics for Men34:10 Diet, Stress, and Testosterone37:28 Optimize Testosterone Levels39:01 Simple Hacks for Better Health42:27 Feel Amazing, Not Just “Normal”43:58 Testosterone and Fertility Warning47:21 Peptides and Fertility Tips49:00 Balance Family and Health52:18 Alcohol Hurts Sleep and Training53:59 Manage Stress with Purpose56:59 Build Healthy Family Habits58:30 Screen Time Ruins Sleep

Dive into the secrets of conquering tough CrossFit workouts and maintaining consistency, even amidst life's chaos. Discover the significance of challenging exercises and the bond between physical training and mental health. Explore the importance of quality gym equipment and its impact on performance. Learn how to introduce fitness to young athletes and the generational changes in sports culture. Uncover nutritional strategies for balancing calories and health goals, while gaining insights on energy regulation from ancient hunter-gatherer societies. Get inspired to push your limits!

Discover how to raise resilient kids in a fragile world, as the hosts share personal stories and hard-learned lessons. They discuss the importance of fostering grit, independence, and emotional intelligence in children. Engaging anecdotes highlight generational differences, playful banter in friendships, and the vital role of father figures. The conversation also dives into the joys and challenges of parenthood while emphasizing the significance of nurturing children's interests to inspire passion and purpose.

Izzy Silva, a husband, father, and former Division 1 wrestler, shares insightful strategies for cultivating a happier marriage and a stronger family. He emphasizes the importance of personal accountability and respect in relationships, offering key rules that every dad should follow. The discussion highlights the impact of upbringing on children and the value of modeling positive behaviors. Izzy also addresses balancing parental responsibilities with ambitions in competitive sports, providing practical tips for fostering a thriving family dynamic.

Stop Wasting Time on Complicated Workouts! Here’s How to Build Real Strength That Lasts!Are you overcomplicating your fitness routine and holding yourself back? In today’s episode, The Home Team: Gabe Yanez, Dennis Marshall, and Matt DellaValle, break down why keeping your workouts simple might be the smartest way to see quicker, lasting results. Whether you're juggling fatherhood, work deadlines, or just trying to maintain energy for daily life, episode 161 is packed with advice to help you train smarter and stay consistent. Learn how straightforward strength routines can deliver huge benefits in your physical and mental fitness while keeping you focused on what really matters: showing up strong for your family.Want a training plan that fits your lifestyle? Take our free training quiz and get a 7-day trial to the Train Hard app here: https://th.fit/. Find a program that works for YOUR schedule and goals so you can get stronger today, but still crush that school drop-off tomorrow.If you’re a dad trying to level up while managing work, fitness, and family life, this conversation has you covered. The Home Team talk through topics like balancing fitness with your busiest days, what you really need to build strength, and how simplifying your workouts can keep you on track when life gets chaotic. It’s insightful, practical, and tailored for guys like you who don’t have time to waste.Take our Training Program Quiz and get a 7-Day Trial to the TH App here: https://th.fit/Code: JKPODCAST for 50% off Lab Work at Blokes: https://blokes.co/jkpodcastNever let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=enNever Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programmingPhilanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/Chapters:0:00 Mets' Best Record in the Majors1:58 Calm vs. Hype: Player Celebrations5:42 Why Hitting a Baseball is So Difficult7:41 Multi-Sport Athletes Are Rare11:38 Youth Sports Pressure on Families13:41 Fun vs. Pressure in Kids' Sports17:17 TH45 Challenge: Focus on Growth18:46 45 Days to Build Healthy Habits22:12 Daily Burpees Build Discipline23:52 Push-Ups, Burpees, and No Excuses27:15 Family Fitness: Bond Together28:45 Take the Challenge, Inspire Others32:04 Master the 45-Day Burpee Challenge33:36 Fitness Even on a Tight Schedule36:45 45-Day Challenge, Made Simple38:18 Simple, Intentional Training Is Best41:34 Build Endurance with a Clear Plan43:15 Why Slow and Steady Works46:23 Customize Your Training Journey48:12 Set Goals That Excite, Not Stress51:32 Gabe’s Transformation Journey53:08 Arnold’s Pumping Iron Legacy56:27 Risks of Boutique Medical Trends58:05 Hormone Health for Young Athletes1:01:12 Research Before Taking Health Advice1:02:47 Try Train Hard, Share the Podcast

Explore the delicate balance of fatherhood, fitness, and leadership as the hosts share humorous anecdotes about family dynamics and the pressures of parenting. Dive into the impact of active parenting on children’s fitness habits and hear about a shocking camping mishap that teaches important lessons. Discover the humorous trials of integrating a rescue donkey into family life and engage in a thought-provoking discussion on 'weaponized incompetence' in relationships, highlighting the need for mutual support and communication.

What does it take to balance a demanding career, fatherhood, and staying fit? In Episode 160 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, Jason Khalipa and Gabe Yanez sit down with Andre Crews, who shares how he went from a finance career to becoming a fitness expert, creating life-changing results for clients, including busy dads like YOU. If you're tired of feeling stuck and want to take control of your fitness without sacrificing family time, this episode has exactly what you need.Andre breaks down his secret training methods, like Bulgarian split squats, that helped him build strength and resilience while juggling the demands of everyday life. Whether you're looking to stay active for your kids, improve your work-life balance, or just finally feel fulfilled in your fitness journey, this conversation is packed with actionable insights.Through relatable stories and honest lessons, the hosts explore how small, consistent efforts, both in the gym and at home, can lead to huge transformations. Tune in and see how practical, functional fitness can create strength not just for the gym, but for your daily life as a father, leader, and husband. Don't miss this motivational conversation that will leave you ready to tackle whatever comes your way.Hit play, and let's dive in. Stay tuned until the end to hear Andre’s personal tips that completely changed the way he trains and how you can make it work for your lifestyle too!Follow Andre on IG: https://www.instagram.com/andrecrews/Take our Training Program Quiz and get a 7-Day Trial to the TH App here: https://th.fit/Code: JKPODCAST for 50% off Lab Work at Blokes: https://blokes.co/jkpodcastNever let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=enNever Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programmingPhilanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/Chapters:0:00 Andre Cruz shares his journey from finance to fitness  2:02 From banking to becoming a personal trainer  5:15 The challenges of building a career as a personal trainer  7:07 Personalized training programs and client success stories  10:52 The value of in-person training over online coaching  12:39 Thoughts on his son pursuing a fitness career  16:23 Recognizing the need for change without hitting rock bottom  18:02 Exploring passions before making career changes  21:27 Financial stability and strong relationships before having kids  23:11 Understanding the commitment required for parenthood  26:40 Andre's relationship journey and family planning with his wife  28:25 Evolving conversations about having children during the pandemic  31:36 Parenthood’s impact and discovering its deeper meaning  33:21 Honest reflections on the joys and challenges of parenting  36:27 Quality time with kids during formative years  38:02 Bulgarian split squats: building strength and performance  41:10 Zercher squats and farmers carries for strength and toughness  42:40 Focusing on foundational movements for fitness progression  46:01 Functional fitness for real-world strength  47:42 The importance of personal experience in training  50:54 Building strength and hypertrophy with Bulgarian split squats  52:35 Proper technique for Bulgarian split squats  55:56 Challenges in gym ownership and scaling a fitness business  57:32 Transitioning from gym ownership to online coaching  1:00:42 Prioritizing family and work-life balance through online coaching  1:02:24 The importance of hard work, perseverance, and risk-taking  1:05:34 Wrapping up with fitness insights and inspiration