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The 4:8 Men Podcast

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Mar 11, 2022 • 55min

Willie Robertson's Short-Lived Fitness Modeling Career

Willie Robertson loves to compete, but after an unfortunate hair-removal incident and a hilarious failed photo shoot, he realized he wasn't cut out for body transformation competitions. He and son-in-law Christian talk about his status as a badminton legend, the crazy games he dreamed up with his brothers when they couldn't afford sports equipment, and his wild history of sports injuries. For Willie, cultivating a relationship with Jesus is a lot like working toward fitness or weight loss goals. He shares stories about how he lost weight, how he responds to people who say they're not cut out for evangelism, and why you never need to oversell the Gospel. You will laugh so hard at this conversation!-
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Mar 4, 2022 • 42min

Playing College Sports: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly

Georgia Tech star pitcher (and Christian's younger brother) Chance Huff jumps on to break down what it's really like to be a college athlete. There's always a competition in the Huff household. Who can lift more, who's actually the bigger brother, and who's more athletic? Chance opens up about his struggles during the baseball season and when he chose to pursue the Lord. They also laugh at the story of Chance’s funny baptism — right before Christian's wedding. Set a new goal this week, and get after it!-
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Feb 25, 2022 • 60min

What It Really Takes to Be a CrossFit Games Champ

Graham Holmberg, 2010 CrossFit Games champion, joins Christian to dive into what it's really like to compete in the CrossFit Games, the skills Graham had to learn to win the competition, and the secret to longevity in the sport. Graham shares what prompted him to finally get baptized, and they talk about salvation and why God lets people go to hell. They also hit on the passion for travel sports and why kids can burn out before they reach the collegiate level. The key to success is to put yourself against the best competition possible. Don’t quit this week! Keep going!-
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Feb 18, 2022 • 44min

'Reacher' Star Alan Ritchson Talks God, Family & CRUSHING His Training

"Reacher" actor Alan Ritchson joins Christian to share a LOT you didn't know about him. Alan divulges the workouts, nutrition, and spiritual discipline that went into packing on 30 pounds of muscle in eight months for his new TV role. He reveals why his body started failing during training, his biggest fitness challenge, and the heart behind his weekly #instachurch messages. He also talks about balancing acting and family life, how he transitioned from a life of rage and shame to living for the Lord, and the counterintuitive idea that motivation always follows a change in behavior. Get after it this week!-
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Feb 11, 2022 • 50min

What Your Number One Goal Should Be

Josh McDaniel joins Christian to go into detail about his attempt to compete in the CrossFit Games at a young age, what the greatest goal in your life should be, and how to get your priorities straight and keep them that way. When you truly see someone's life changed spiritually, it's greater than any personal record, national championship, or achievement. Set a goal, and prioritize your week starting now! -
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Feb 4, 2022 • 53min

What It Takes to Run an Ironman

Clemson MVP and national championship linebacker Ben Boulware joins Christian to talk about life after playing football at the highest level. Ben talks about training to become an Ironman, running a 100-mile ultra marathon, and how he started his own gym. You have 24 hours in a day, so why not wake up early to make the most out of it? Get after it this week!-
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Jan 28, 2022 • 55min

How to Fit in Your Workout Without Burning Out

Christian speaks with Miles Fidell, lead pastor at Auburn Community Church, about how to carve out time for workouts no matter how hectic your life gets, why going to bed can be the most spiritual thing you do, and how your workouts can have a direct impact on your soul. They also talk about Willie Robertson's hometown basketball league, how spiritual health impacts relationships, how to make sure physical fitness doesn't become an idol, and why staying healthy could mean time away from social media. Miles reveals why he never preaches on Sunday without working out first and how workouts, nutrition, and rest all go hand in hand with discipleship.-
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Jan 21, 2022 • 44min

How to End Up With a Saved Soul but a Wasted Life

Author and pastor Levi Lusko joins Christian to talk about his father’s rules, his love of saunas and ice baths, and why exercise won't get you anywhere if you fail to watch what you eat and do. He also breaks down the meaning of his new book title, “The Last Supper On The Moon.”-
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Jan 14, 2022 • 54min

Training for Performance vs. Working Out for Looks

Christian links up with reality TV star and pro CrossFit athlete Luke Parker to discuss life on "The Bachelorette," what it's like to work out with CrossFit king Rich Froning, how fitness can help with insecurity, getting hung up on physical appearance, and the journey from religion to relationship. Luke also shares his physical and spiritual training routines and asks Christian a powerful personal question about life as a new father.
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Jan 7, 2022 • 52min

How to Get Fit If You HATE Working Out

Jonathan Pokluda can't stand hitting the gym, but the pastor and author has a secret weapon for getting in his physical training AND spiritual training. Jonathan admits to Christian that he doesn't enjoy reading the Bible, but he has some great tips for anyone who struggles with that. Christian reveals how a spiritual conversation at the local gym changed his life. The guys also talk about churchgoers who don't have a real relationship with Jesus, how to fight cancel culture while remaining faithful to the Word, passivity among young men, how to honor women, and how great it is that the next generation wants to be part of something bigger than themselves.-

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