The Jay Ferruggia Show

Ajit Nawalkha is on a mission to directly impact a million lives. He overcame the many disadvantages of his humble beginnings in India to eventually become the CEO of Mindvalley, the co-founder of several other successful companies, host of Evercoach, and a best-selling author. He attributes much of his success to the mentors and coaches that have helped him along the way. Their wisdom and guidance not only helped Ajit achieve his goals, but also instilled in him a passion for helping others become their best. His book, "The Book of Coaching for Extraordinary Coaches," is a practical, actionable guide to help coaches establish a reputation for being extraordinary and create a highly successful practice. In his new book, "Live Big: A Guide to Passion, Practicality, and Purpose," he shares 25 shifts in mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual state that will propel you on your road to success. Whether you're a coach whose purpose is to help people reach their goals, or you're looking for the secrets and strategies to make your own life a success, you will be impacted by this episode. Listen as we discuss: Why Ajit started with his health when he decided to get his life in order. [11:37] What improvements has he seen since changing his diet? [14:40] How a letter to his father changed the trajectory of his life. [16:05] How did Mindvalley first start and what were the biggest lessons learned early on? [20:49] How can you become a master of your craft? [30:34] His definition of leadership. [33:57] What are the common mistakes he sees people make when building a business? [40:39] Evolve or die – Steps you can take TODAY to grow your business. [43:04] The #1 secret you need to know to grow a million-dollar business. [47:52] What can you do to find your purpose and passion? [52:24] What's the secret to becoming a better coach? [59:07] How to stay positive and productive using the "4x4 Principle". [1:03:11] Why you should NOT be on the grind 24/7. [1:13:42] The difference between the truth and the truth we tell ourselves and how it inspired his new book, "Live Big". [1:16:03] This episode is brought to you by Omax Health. Their Omax3 Ultra-Pure is a next generation omega-3 supplement. Omax3 Ultra-Pure helps alleviate joint pain, reduces inflammation and muscle soreness, promotes recovery from intense training, supports optimal heart health, and improves mood, memory and focus. Go to https://www.tryomax.com/jay to get your free box of Omax3 Ultra-Pure with your first purchase. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with 11 different areas of health, Athletic Greens helps detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less at www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer.

You can't get jacked and strong while you're on a ketogenic diet, right? Think again. Danny Vega, my guest in this episode of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast, is a huge proponent of keto diets and he's one of the strongest, most jacked dudes in the fitness industry. As a 220-pound raw powerlifter he has put up a 640 lb. squat, a 400 lb. bench press, and a 700 lb. deadlift. A former college football player, Danny began training to improve his performance on the field and he became obsessed with health and fitness. He received his Master's of Science in Human Performance from the University of Florida and went on to work with the university's men's basketball national championship team as a Strength & Conditioning Coach. Today he coaches everyone from the average Joe to high school and collegiate athletes, pro boxers, and powerlifters. Through his blog and podcast, The Ketogenic Athlete, he helps people understand how to use keto diets to improve their performance, lift more weight and get in the best shape of their lives. Whether you're interested in learning how to optimize a keto diet, or you just want to know how to train to get big and strong, you'll find it in this episode. Listen as we discuss: The moment he decided to switch gears and go from player to coach. [6:26] Where does Danny's passion for health and fitness come from? [13:01] How his training has evolved and why he was determined to get back to being JACKED. [14:01] Why is conditioning and a good aerobic base important even if you only care about being big and strong? [15:36] Why he decided to go keto and the do's and don'ts of the ketogenic diet. [16:46] What are the optimal levels for the average person who wants to be in ketosis? [32:11] Can you build muscle on the keto diet? [38:26] How to be on a keto diet AND still get a sick pump. [40:40] What does he consume on daily basis to stay optimized? [49:06] Does he notice cognitive benefits with any supplements? [51:21] Busting the myths: Eat right after training or wait? [53:59] What has Danny learned about training and nutrition since working with IFBB Pro, Ben Pakulski? [57:06] This episode is brought to you by Four Sigmatic. I use it daily for better focus, improved workouts, and deeper sleep. Four Sigmatic is gut friendly and contains less than half the caffeine of regular coffee. Go to www.FourSigmatic.com/Jay and use the code JAY to get 15% discount. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with 11 different areas of health, Athletic Greens helps detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less at www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer.

Everyone wants to get better. We want to do, have and be more. But how can you ensure that you achieve your goals and make your dreams a reality instead of remaining stuck like so many people do? It all comes down to your habits. Your habits determine your actions and your actions determine your results. Through years of researching, studying and writing, James Clear has become one of the world's leading experts in habits. He has discovered the most effective and simple ways to create habits for success and how to overcome the bad habits that hold people back. His new book, "Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones," provides a proven framework for improving every day. If you want to be happy, healthy, successful and fulfilled you must learn how to create the right habits and eliminate the bad ones. To learn how, listen as we discuss: What motivated James to become an expert on habits? [11:31] Is making small changes over time more effective than trying to achieve rapid growth? [15:29] How does the "2 Minute Rule" help you establish new habits? [19:09] How "The Goldie Locks Rule" and "The 4th Law of Behavior Change" can help you create habits that last. [25:22] Are your habits largely determined by your identity? [28:32] Why there needs to be some alignment between your identity and your actions. [32:51] Should you focus on building only one new habit at a time? [34:44] Are your automatic habits (the ones you don't even think about) determining the results you're getting in life? [37:38] How your physical environment influences your habits. [42:34] What can you do to break your bad habits? [45:02] Simplicity, focus and the "seasons" of your life: why they're all important factors for improvement. [52:18] How to use the "25/5 Rule" to prioritize your goals, tasks and objectives. [54:06] Is redesigning your environment more effective than using willpower? [57:12] How your tribe influences the habits you create and your ability to stick to them. [58:37] How to use stories and examples to become a better writer. [1:01:37] Why he decided to hire a fitness coach after 20 + years of training. [1:08:03] This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition. CBD is a game changer when it comes to reducing inflammation and improving sleep quality. Cured Nutrition makes CBD-infused products from Colorado-grown organic hemp. Their spices and nut-based cookie dough are delicious and so easy to incorporate into any well-rounded health and fitness program. For deep relaxation and ultimate recovery try their concentrated oils and gel caps. Visit www.CuredNutrition.com and use the coupon code, "JAY" for a 15% discount. This episode is also brought to you by Four Sigmatic. I use it daily for better focus, improved workouts, and deeper sleep. Four Sigmatic is gut friendly and contains less than half the caffeine of regular coffee. Go to www.FourSigmatic.com/Jay and use the code JAY to get 15% discount.

Are you consistently getting enough deep, restful sleep? If not, the bad news is you are nowhere near as healthy, happy and successful as you could be. The good news is, there are simple and effective ways to improve your sleep and episode 263 of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast with James Swanwick will show you how. James is an entrepreneur and online marketer. He is also the creator and co-founder of Swanwick Sleep, a company that makes stylish blue light blocking glasses. His products help people avoid the harmful effects of exposure to blue light and improves their quality of sleep. If you want to know how to get more quality sleep and build habits that lead to success listen as we discuss: How he was able to interview movie stars within 3 months of arriving in America. [8:29] How two 30-day challenges helped James look, feel and perform better. [14:19] Why having the courage to ask for a 2nd chance helped him become a SportsCenter Anchor. [17:29] Why did James decide to leave ESPN to become an entrepreneur? [23:51] How a 10-day silent meditation and a mentorship with Tai Lopez helped launch his career. [27:42] Will hiring coaches and mentors help you become more successful? [31:04] Is changing your mindset the key to becoming a better salesperson? [35:48] How dinner with a friend and a pair of ugly glasses inspired him to start Swanwick Sleep. [44:14] What led to the rapid growth of his business? [48:57] The "Gold Standard" of tips to improve your sleep. [51:02] What are the negative health effects of staring at screens all day without blue light blocking glasses? [57:04] How to simplify your habits and goals to become more successful. [58:49] Tips for creating a game changing morning routine. [1:01:10] How to use "Impossible Deadlines" to increase your productivity. [1:04:19] Challenges he has faced recently and how he overcame them. [1:11:08] The two big shifts in mindset that can improve your people skills and make you better at building relationships. [1:16:09] This episode is brought to you by Omax Health. Their Omax3 Ultra-Pure is a next generation omega-3 supplement. Omax3 Ultra-Pure helps alleviate joint pain, reduces inflammation and muscle soreness, promotes recovery from intense training, supports optimal heart health, and improves mood, memory and focus. Go to https://www.tryomax.com/jay to get your free box of Omax3 Ultra-Pure with your first purchase. This episode is also brought to you by biOptimizers. Their P3-OM Probiotics may be the most powerful proteolytic probiotic ever developed. P3-OM supplies your gut with powerful protein-digesting bacteria that increase the pool of bioactive amino acids required for muscle growth and recovery. Go to www.p3om.com/renegade and use the code "Renegade" to receive a 15% discount.

It's been far too long since I've done a listener Q&A episode. So that's what I'm doing today, and we cover a lot of ground. It's action packed and all about helping you become your strongest, leanest, happiest, most badass self. Questions Covered in Today's Episode: As a trainer how do you organize a fitness assessment for new clients? What's my take on plant based diets? What's my favorite exercise for training shoulders? How do you add add carbs to your diet without becoming a dough bag? Who's on my old school WWF Mount Rushmore? My thoughts on "smart scales?" What's the best one? What are my favorite row variations? What is the value of instability training and how do you add it to your workout? Best approach to manage joint pain through supplements and diet? How has boxing changed my thoughts on training, if at all? Ways to avoid binge eating junk food. What does a full day of eating and my current diet look like? What's my go-to, end-all, be-all workout? How do you fix and raise your low body temperature? What to do and what to avoid. How to deload and start a new program properly. Full body workouts or splits? Bloated, gassy, and can't lose weight. What to do? How do you balance out pushing and pulling? And why this is critically important. If I could only do one exercise forever what would it be? This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition. CBD is a game changer when it comes to reducing inflammation and improving sleep quality. Cured Nutrition makes CBD-infused products from Colorado-grown organic hemp. Their spices and nut-based cookie dough are delicious and so easy to incorporate into any well-rounded health and fitness program. For deep relaxation and ultimate recovery try their concentrated oils and gel caps. Visit www.CuredNutrition.com and use the coupon code, "JAY" for a 15% discount. This episode is also brought to you by Organifi, an organic, superfood supplement line that makes quality trusted nutrition convenient and accessible. Their Daily Tumeric helps promote a healthy response to inflammation in your body. Click HERE or go to www.organifi.com/jay to get 20% off your order by using the coupon code "JAY" at checkout.

Your diet and lifestyle may be killing you slowly. What's even worse is the doctors who are supposed to help you are only making you sicker. If you want to know the truth about how to restore glowing health, you can't afford to miss Episode 261 with Carl Lanore. Once a 300 lb. man, Carl discovered that proper nutrition and exercise are the keys to good health. His transformation became the catalyst that drove him to help others. He is now on a mission to help people regain their health and vitality. Through his podcast, Super Human Radio, he exposes the harsh realities of the food and medical systems we live with and gives people information that has the power to change their lives. Listen as we discuss: Why Carl was more concerned with adding weight to the bar than losing pounds on the scale when he decided to improve his health. [3:40] How his newfound health and physique transformation led him to start a radio show. [6:03] Where did he learn about training and nutrition and who were his biggest influences when he started out? [9:10] Should your diet be based on your heritage and evolution? [14:02] The truth behind why grains and legumes destroy your gut health. [18:35] Why it's important to know where your food comes from. [22:26] Are probiotics actually wrecking your gut health? [23:12] What are the simplest, most effective ways to restore your gut health? [29:31] The supplements he recommends and why you were meant to have sex. [30:52] Should all men (and women) over 35 be on hormone replacement therapy? [32:56] The problems with standard medical advice and why you should choose a doctor like you choose a mechanic. [37:51] The three "S's" that will improve your health, protect you from disease, and give you a longer life. [41:30] Simple ways to improve your quality of sleep and why snoring is a sign something isn't right. [44:29] Why Carl takes a more instinctive approach to strength training these days. [48:03] His podcast, "Super Human Radio" and the topics he covers. [51:06] His favorite music and the surprising artists on his gym playlist. [52:57] This episode is brought to you by Omax Health. Their Omax3 Ultra-Pure is a next generation omega-3 supplement. Omax3 Ultra-Pure helps alleviate joint pain, reduces inflammation and muscle soreness, promotes recovery from intense training, supports optimal heart health, and improves mood, memory and focus. Go to https://www.tryomax.com/jay to get your free box of Omax3 Ultra-Pure with your first purchase. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with 11 different areas of health, Athletic Greens helps detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less at www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer.

From a young age Ashley Borden felt an inherent connection to fitness. But she was plagued with an eating disorder throughout most of her teens. At only 18 years old she hit rock bottom. It wasn't until she found the right balance of exercise and nutrition that her life began to change for the better. Overcoming her own personal struggles sparked Ashley's passion for helping others. She became a Personal Trainer, Lifestyle Consultant and one of the most successful, sought-after women in the fitness industry. Her clientele includes some of Hollywood's most recognizable faces and elite professional athletes from the UFC, NFL and MLS. Accruing over 35,000 hours of personal training experience has taught Ashley what it takes to become a great trainer and succeed in the fitness industry. If you want to speed up your learning curve and put yourself on the fast track to success listen as we discuss: How did Ashley first discover fitness? [3:58] The upside to social media and how to use it to your advantage. [8:03] What motivates her to help people get fit and strong? [15:16] How she overcame multiple eating disorders to create a career in fitness. [24:58] An effective way to become a better trainer and how fitness has changed Ashley's life. [32:15] Is it possible to benefit from a training related injury? [34:24] Why your approach to training becomes even more important with age. [37:14] The fitness myths, misconceptions and lies that are keeping you from having the body you want. [39:09] Is foam rolling while on THC awesome for recovery? [45:42] How she's able to eat what she wants and still have a great body. [48:39] What does her training look like these days? [52:23] How was she able to get such high-profile clients? [55:38] Do you need people skills to be a great trainer? [1:02:59] Why it's important to know the clients you want to work with and say no to the rest. [1:08:04] Don't try to do it alone; business tips for more success and why you must take more risks. [1:10:43] It's never too late to be your best; why age isn't an excuse. [1:14:54] This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with 11 different areas of health, Athletic Greens helps detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less at www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer.

Fabio Zonin knows how to get jacked and strong. He is the CEO of StrongFirst, founded by legendary Russian Strength & Conditioning specialist, Pavel Tsatsouline. He's also a Master Teacher for FIF (Italian Federation of Fitness) and a former vice president of the Italian Association of Natural Bodybuilding. In this episode Fabio and I give you the keys to unlock your body's potential. You'll learn the difference between intensity and effort, why great form trumps everything else, how to gain muscle and feel great at the same time, and much more. Listen as we discuss: How did Fabio first get into lifting as a kid? [5:01] When did the transition happen from powerlifting to bodybuilding? [8:41] The TRUE definition of intensity vs. effort. [11:05] How his training progressed over time and the differences between big, free weight lifts and machines. [13:52] Is using proper technique more important than having a great training program? [19:01] High frequency training vs. low volume training – what's the difference? [24:41] Always be ready for action; the benefits of splitting up your sets throughout the week. [30:06] Can you train to gain 10 lbs. of muscle AND feel mobile, flexible and athletic at all times? [32:16] How did his training change once he met Pavel Tsatsouline? [37:39] If It Flies Right, It Looks Right: Fabio's journey to a bodybuilding competition. [42:35] What principles does he currently live by? [47:25] What are the StrongFirst principles of training and what programs do they offer? [50:03] Training for more endurance – are YOU making these mistakes? [51:43] What certification courses does StrongFirst offer? [1:14:42] Why it might be time for you to switch up your training program. [1:16:09] This episode is brought to you by Omax Health. Their Omax3 Ultra-Pure is a next generation omega-3 supplement. Omax3 Ultra-Pure helps alleviate joint pain, reduces inflammation and muscle soreness, promotes recovery from intense training, supports optimal heart health, and improves mood, memory and focus. Go to https://www.tryomax.com/jay to get your free box of Omax3 Ultra-Pure with your first purchase. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with 11 different areas of health, Athletic Greens helps detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less at www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer. This episode also is brought to you by biOptimizers. Their P3-OM Probiotics may be the most powerful proteolytic probiotic ever developed. P3-OM supplies your gut with powerful protein-digesting bacteria that increase the pool of bioactive amino acids required for muscle growth and recovery. Go to www.p3om.com/renegade and use the code "Renegade" to receive a 15% discount.

Do you want to know how elite athletes like champion MMA fighters and NHL hockey players train for strength and performance while building amazing physiques? In this episode, you'll meet Jon Chaimberg, a man who has trained some of the greatest fighters, like George St-Pierre and Rashad Evans, as well as other mixed martial artists, pro hockey players, major league baseball players, and Canada's National Wrestling Team. If you're a trainer looking for ways to get your clients better results, or just someone who is looking to take their own training and physique to the next level, you'll find it all in episode 258 of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast. Listen as we discuss: How did Jon first get started in fitness? [1:49] How was he able to train such high-level athletes so early in his coaching career? [4:07] Does Jon train the average person the same way he trains elite athletes? [7:55] How to get jacked and strong without doing the big 3 lifts (Squat, Bench, Deadlift) [14:16] Top exercises and movement patterns for you to start today! [16:07] What is the typical workout for an athlete training with Jon for the first time? [18:07] His approach to training heavy and how he programs exercises so workouts are efficient and effective. [20:24] Why he prefers full body workouts vs. splits. [26:50] How does Jon train to stay ripped and muscular year round? [31:48] The importance of listening to your body. [36:06] The diet that keeps him SHREDDED. [40:42] Do as I say, not as I do – His take on recovery practices. [45:48] How has having kids changed his life? [47:58] This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with 11 different areas of health, Athletic Greens helps detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less at www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer. This episode is also brought to you by biOptimizers. Their P3-OM Probiotics may be the most powerful proteolytic probiotic ever developed. P3-OM supplies your gut with powerful protein-digesting bacteria that increase the pool of bioactive amino acids required for muscle growth and recovery. Go to www.p3om.com/renegade and use the code "Renegade" to receive a 15% discount.

Do you ever put much thought or consideration into your own identity, into who you are at your core? If not, it's likely you're not achieving the level of success you're capable of in all areas of life. How you see yourself directly influences your behavior, the actions you take and the results you get. It affects what you think is possible for you to achieve in life. So not only does it influence whether you'll achieve your goals or not, but identity can determine if you ever have any big dreams and goals to start with. For 15 years Shannon Graham has been helping people discover their identity, become better leaders and achieve what they once thought was impossible. He is a pioneer of the self-help and coaching industry, a premier motivational speaker who has been featured all over the world and the author of popular books such as "The Revolution of Self: 3 Keys to Personal Liberation" and his latest, "Expand: Leadership that Moves, Fulfills and Changes the World." Identifying who you are and who you want to be is a critical first step to living the life you want to live. To learn how, listen as we discuss: How discovering a Tony Robbins CD set when he was young helped set the course of his life. [6:21] What is the gap between having knowledge and being successful? [9:26] Does your identity drive your behavior? [11:26] How starting conversations with strangers and Craig's List helped him land his first client. [15:15] What was Shannon's biggest challenge early in his career? [19:36] Why people either HAVE a gift or they ARE a gift and how it relates to scaling a business. [21:21] What were his biggest influences and how was he able to expand his business? [28:46] How to find your magic and why your greatest accolades are the results you produce. [30:41] What are the biggest obstacles holding people back? [33:48] Are most people unaware of what they're actually capable of? [37:13] How understanding the power of decision and the concept of quitting "cold turkey" can change your life. [40:54] How your identity determines your habits. [44:40] Why wanting something is NEVER enough. [46:66] Do you make things more difficult than they really are? [50:39] What is the idea behind his new book, "Expand: Leadership that Move, Fulfills and Changes the World"? [57:21] Action steps you can take now to be a better leader today. [1:02:16] What can people do now to become better decision makers? [1:07:05] This episode is brought to you by biOptimizers. Their P3-OM Probiotics may be the most powerful proteolytic probiotic ever developed. P3-OM supplies your gut with powerful protein-digesting bacteria that increase the pool of bioactive amino acids required for muscle growth and recovery. Go to www.p3om.com/renegade and use the code "Renegade" to receive a 15% discount. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health, there is no better all-in-one supplement than Athletic Greens. Detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less by going to www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer.