
Other Side Lifestyle
Jim Hallinan and Aram Grigorian are nutrition and lifestyle coaches. Jim is living on the East Coast, while Aram is living on the West. These two friends just want to talk about how we can live life different. They believe that happiness and success is on the Other Side of fear. They believe there is a whole Other Side of life, you just need to tap into this. These friends talk trash and flirt with each other all while bringing a realistic approach to addressing issues with nutrition, fitness, and mindset.
Latest episodes

Apr 28, 2024 • 1h 10min
120. Happiness in the Journey w/ Michael Soares
In this episode, Michael Soares discusses how his childhood, particularly his parents' divorce, shaped his desire to take care of others. He shares how this experience led him to become a successful personal trainer and eventually start his own business. Michael emphasizes the importance of focusing on compound movements and building a strong foundation in strength and power for both athletes and those looking to improve their physique. He also discusses the challenges of balancing group fitness classes with individual client goals and the importance of setting realistic expectations and maintaining open communication with clients. This part of the conversation covers various topics related to fitness and nutrition. It starts with a discussion on the misconception of body fat percentage and the importance of focusing on body composition improvement rather than just weight loss. The conversation then transitions to the role of nutrition in body transformation and the need to prioritize proper eating habits. The hosts also discuss the challenges and benefits of transitioning to online and in-person training. They touch on the importance of hosting community fitness events and the limitations of bodyweight training. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the flawed concept of calorie burn and the need for progression in training. They also emphasize the importance of tracking progress beyond the scale and managing frustration and expectations in fitness journeys. In this conversation, Michael Soares discusses the importance of maintaining progress in fitness and finding happiness in the journey. They also explore the topic of comparing oneself to others and the need for self-acceptance. The conversation shifts to the creation of fitness retreats and using fitness as a vehicle for personal growth. Follow Michael on IG: You can find us on Instagram: Aram: @4weeks2thebeach Jim: @jimmynutrition Grab some Serenity Gummies: CuredNutrition.com Code: OSL for 20% OFF Get some t-shirts/tanks/hoodies at: https://www.othersidelifestyle.com/shop If you'd like to reach out to Aram, you can find him at: https://www.4weeks2thebeach.com/work-with-me If you'd like to reach out to Jim, you can find him at: https://www.othersidelifestyle.com/schedule Go get some supplements: www.legionathletics.com, use code: ARAM

Apr 21, 2024 • 1h 4min
119. Self Worth and Self Development w/ Isaac Miller
Fitness coach Isaac Miller shares valuable insights on effective coaching, caloric deficit, and reversing chronic low-calorie intake effects. The conversation also covers self-worth, personal growth, and finding fulfilling careers in the oversaturated fitness industry. Emphasis on curiosity, lifelong learning, and creating a supportive community for clients.

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Apr 14, 2024 • 1h 6min
118: Addressing Thyroid and Hormone Root Cause w/ Gillis Pellegrin
Gillis Pellegrin, a functional nutrition coach and hormone expert, discusses hormone dysfunction in women and lifestyle factors in thyroid health. Topics include comprehensive thyroid testing, alternative thyroid medications, liver health for optimal thyroid function, sleep hygiene, estrogen dominance effects on thyroid function, and strategies for fat loss resistance in women.

Apr 7, 2024 • 1h 34min
117. Misconception and Misinformation (and way more) w/ Dr. Joey Munoz
Dr. Joey Munoz, a PhD in nutrition, discusses his research on dried plums and bone health. They explore habit-based nutrition, tracking calories, debunking food fears, addressing nutrition biases, and the importance of critical thinking in the field.

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Apr 1, 2024 • 1h 13min
116. Leading By Example w/ Cody McBroom
Cody McBroom, owner of Tailored Coaching Method, discusses the importance of not judging based on looks, building relationships in fitness, challenges of parenthood on goals, and the balance between tough coaching and empathy. They also talk about creating a support system for clients' success, benefits of starting with aggressive calorie deficits, chronic dieting reality, and the need for compliance in achieving sustainable results.

Mar 24, 2024 • 1h 6min
115. The Reality of Progress w/ Clifton Harski
The podcast discusses the importance of effective communication in coaching, client autonomy, limitations of group fitness models, misleading claims of nutrition plans, shifting perspective on progress, recognizing readiness for the next level, social support in group fitness, challenges of helping others, and the value of tailored coaching approaches.

Mar 17, 2024 • 1h 4min
114. Roadblocks to Change w/ Jill Bunny
Summary: In this episode, Jill Bunny shares her journey from being a fitness competitor to becoming a brand strategist and coach. She discusses the role of therapy and coaching in personal development and highlights the importance of taking a multiple perspective approach to overcome roadblocks. Jill also addresses the fear of change and offers strategies for navigating life transitions. She emphasizes the need to apply logic and reason to emotional situations and acknowledges the power of acknowledging and working with our thoughts. In this part of the conversation, Jill and Jim discuss various themes related to managing emotions, overcoming challenges, and shifting mindset. They explore the RAIN acronym (Recognize, Acknowledge, Investigate, and Non-Identity) as a tool for emotional awareness. They also discuss the importance of managing analytical thinking and worry, and the concept of scheduling worry time. Jill shares her personal experiences with diagnoses and acceptance, highlighting the power of an athlete mindset in overcoming challenges. They delve into the impact of labels and victim mentality, emphasizing the need to let go of limiting beliefs. They also discuss the importance of taking action, avoiding the victim mentality, and embracing discomfort as a catalyst for growth. Finally, they explore the significance of starting small, focusing on progress, and being outcome-based in managing frustration. In this conversation, Jill and Jim discuss various topics related to goal-oriented thinking, the journey vs. outcome, the dopamine-oxytocin-serotonin cocktail, the power of open loops in marketing, understanding the brain and marketing manipulation, the influence of marketing on consumer behavior, the purpose of brands and making an impact, being flexible in pursuing goals, the role of coaches and expectations, finding purpose and serving others, the responsibility of being a parent, the power of purpose in life, and Jill's arrest and lessons learned. The main takeaway is the importance of setting goals, focusing on the journey rather than the outcome, understanding the brain's response to rewards, being aware of marketing tactics, and finding purpose in life. Time Stamps: 06:00The Role of Therapy and Coaching 13:14Roadblocks to Change 21:46Applying Logic and Reason 24:08Acknowledging and Working with Thoughts 24:26Recognize, Acknowledge, Investigate, and Non-Identity 26:03Managing Analytical Thinking and Worry 29:15Dealing with Diagnoses and Acceptance 33:42Using an Athlete Mindset to Overcome Challenges 37:27The Impact of Labels and Victim Mentality 41:04Taking Action and Avoiding the Victim Mentality 44:08Shifting Mindset and Overcoming Discomfort 46:24Avoiding Labels and Embracing Growth 48:06Starting Small and Focusing on Progress 48:24Being Outcome-Based and Managing Frustration 48:34The Importance of Goal-Oriented Thinking 49:11Post-Competition Blues and the Journey vs. Outcome 50:04The Dopamine-Oxytocin-Serotonin Cocktail 51:19The Power of Open Loops in Marketing 52:20Understanding the Brain and Marketing Manipulation 53:05The Influence of Marketing on Consumer Behavior 54:03The Purpose of Brands and Making an Impact 55:02Being Flexible in Pursuing Goals 56:29The Role of Coaches and Expectations 57:22Finding Purpose and Serving Others 58:18The Responsibility of Being a Parent 59:16The Power of Purpose in Life 59:40Two Truths and a Lie 01:00:01Jill's Arrest and Lessons Learned 01:02:02The Importance of Following Through Follow Jill on IG: @jillbunny2.0 You can find us on Instagram: Aram: @4weeks2thebeach Jim: @jimmynutrition Grab some Serenity Gummies: CuredNutrition.com Code: OSL for 20% OFF Get some t-shirts/tanks/hoodies at: https://www.othersidelifestyle.com/shop If you'd like to reach out to Aram, you can find him at: https://www.4weeks2thebeach.com/work-with-me If you'd like to reach out to Jim, you can find him at: https://www.othersidelifestyle.com/schedule Go get some supplements: www.legionathletics.com, use code: ARAM

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Mar 14, 2024 • 1h 4min
113. Effective Training Principles and More w/ Alex Bush
Podcast covers effective training principles, like focusing on form over minor details and the benefits of hypertrophy training. Discusses individualization in training, challenges of social media fitness advice, and the importance of patience in results. Highlights nutrition tips, recommended supplements, and the drawbacks of extreme dieting. Explores topics like innovative training methods, thigh training techniques, and optimizing health with magnesium, vitamin D, and fish oil.

Mar 3, 2024 • 1h 5min
112. Raw Tomatoes w/ Ryan Yusella
In this episode, Jim and Aram interview Ryan Yusella, a personal trainer with a background in biology and exercise science. They discuss the importance of personal connection in training, the impact of lifestyle on physical health, and postural issues and solutions. They also delve into the topic of breathing and core activation for women. Ryan emphasizes the need for trainers to have good personalities and the importance of addressing asymmetries and postural imbalances in clients. Overall, the conversation highlights the holistic approach to training and the role of education and experience in the fitness industry. The conversation covers topics such as understanding bracing and correcting posture, the impact of lifestyle on activity levels, recovery protocols and self-care, overcoming injuries and maintaining activity, the importance of quality of life, the need for guidance and personal responsibility, the misconceptions of muscle confusion, and the importance of balance for long-term health. The conversation covers various aspects of health and wellness, including texture and taste preferences, making small changes for better health, being accountable for one's actions, tracking food intake, and future coaching possibilities. Follow Ryan on IG: @themealball365_2.0 If you are a coach, sign up now for The Real Coaches Summit 2024 in Las Vegas March 11 & 12, organized by yours truly - Aram Grigorian. The speaker lineup is insane, and don't forget macro friendly breakfast, lunch, and dinner is provided, as well as a top shelf open bar happy hour each evening to network and meet the speakers. No VIP - we are all equals at this event! You can find us on Instagram: Aram: @4weeks2thebeach Jim: @jimmynutrition Grab some Serenity Gummies: CuredNutrition.com Code: OSL for 20% OFF Get some t-shirts/tanks/hoodies at: https://www.othersidelifestyle.com/shop If you'd like to reach out to Aram, you can find him at: https://www.4weeks2thebeach.com/work-with-me If you'd like to reach out to Jim, you can find him at: https://www.othersidelifestyle.com/schedule Go get some supplements: www.legionathletics.com, use code: ARAM

Feb 25, 2024 • 1h 11min
111. Diet Culture & Being Young In Your 50's w/ Karen Jackson
Enjoy this AI Generated Recap: In this episode, Karen Jackson shares her journey of self-discovery and transformation in midlife. She discusses the challenges she faced in finding the right guidance and support, as well as the impact of diet culture on her mindset. Karen highlights the importance of exercise and health in her life and the role it played in her retirement. She also emphasizes the need for personalized coaching and the dangers of extreme dieting. Overall, Karen's story serves as an inspiration for anyone looking to make positive changes in their life during midlife. In this part of the conversation, Karen Jackson discusses various themes related to fitness and the impact of social media. She talks about understanding caloric needs and the importance of finding maintenance calories after a fat loss phase. Karen also shares her experience with reverse dieting and the protocols she followed. She highlights the dark side of the fitness industry and the prevalence of disordered eating behaviors. Karen emphasizes the need for personal responsibility when consuming content on social media and the importance of readiness in embarking on a fitness journey. Finally, she discusses her transition to Substack and her goal of providing valuable information to women over 40. In this conversation, Karen Jackson discusses her experiences with fitness and body image. The conversation touches on the influence of aesthetics, setting realistic expectations, balancing lifestyle and fitness, and Karen's personal journey and impact. Follow Karen on IG: @midlife_revelations If you are a coach, sign up now for The Real Coaches Summit 2024 in Las Vegas March 11 & 12, organized by yours truly - Aram Grigorian. The speaker lineup is insane, and don't forget macro friendly breakfast, lunch, and dinner is provided, as well as a top shelf open bar happy hour each evening to network and meet the speakers. No VIP - we are all equals at this event! You can find us on Instagram: Aram: @4weeks2thebeach Jim: @jimmynutrition Grab some Serenity Gummies: CuredNutrition.com Code: OSL for 20% OFF Get some t-shirts/tanks/hoodies at: https://www.othersidelifestyle.com/shop If you'd like to reach out to Aram, you can find him at: https://www.4weeks2thebeach.com/work-with-me If you'd like to reach out to Jim, you can find him at: https://www.othersidelifestyle.com/schedule Go get some supplements: www.legionathletics.com, use code: ARAM
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