AJ Roberts is a world record holding powerlifter and brilliant entrepreneur with limitless knowledge on training, personal development, and the tools needed for success.  From his time at Westside Barbell, to now being a husband and father, AJ knows what it takes to strengthen your mind, body, and soul. And he's here today to share his journey, and help you perform at the highest possible levels across all the areas of your life.  Listen and learn: The one person you should listen to above all others. [11:46] How letting go of your identity can lead to success. [22:21] The holy grail of personal development. [34:31] One of the biggest secrets to happiness. [53:54] A proven approach to growing your brand and business. [1:05:50] The key to optimizing mental health. [1:16:54] How to improve your social skills and get over introversion. [1:31:25] Why you need to surrender to your age and circumstances.  [1:45:06] The qualities that separate great men from the rest. [2:04:55] Sponsors BiOptimizers: An all-in-one solution to improve your sleep, mood, stress tolerance, anxiety levels, health, vitality, and so much more. You won't find a better Black Friday deal anywhere. Go to bioptimizers.com/renegade and use code JAY10 for your exclusive offers. Blokes: Every man over 40 should be getting comprehensive blood work done every 6 months to maximize health and performance. Blokes is where to go. Check it out at blokes.co/jay. Naked Nutrition: Nutrition with nothing to hide. Everything you need to reach your health and fitness goals without the added garbage. Go to nakednutrition.com and use code JAY15 to save 15%.  Cured Nutrition: No jitters. No caffeine. No crash. Just clean and clear brain energy for lasting, unbreakable focus. Go to curednutrition.com and use code RENEGADE to try RISE today and save 20%.

Ben Bruno, a professional trainer who gets results for various types of individuals, discusses methods to take your calves to the next level, the importance of effective communication as a trainer, how to improve form and technique through workout videos, foundational nutrition and high-quality whey protein, unique plyometric exercises and mobility drills, benefits of full body workouts, the slow motion single arm carry exercise for back and hip issues, promoting cognitive functions and support for rest, relaxation, and recovery, prioritizing sleep as you get older, and the impact of caffeine on sleep and reducing strength training volume.

Today's guest, Mary Shenouda, is an expert in performance nutrition.    Chef/creator of Phat Fudge, and performance specialist to professional athletes and entertainers, Mary knows the recipe to getting the most out of her clients. And she's sharing it with you today... How you can find magic on the other side of f*ck it. [16:39] Adversity isn't the end, but a catalyst for success. [32:53] Why your supplements are a waste of money. [42:39] The truth your skin and eyes speak without you saying a word. [49:02] These foods will optimize, and destroy, your gut. [58:46] The tools you need to maximize recovery. [1:31:54] Sponsors:  BiOptimizers: An all-in-one solution to improve your sleep, mood, stress tolerance, anxiety levels, health, vitality, and so much more. You won't find a better Black Friday deal anywhere.  Go to bioptimizers.com/renegade and use code JAY10 for your exclusive offers. Cured: The highest quality CBD to help you reduce anxiety, chill out, and sleep like a baby. Try Zen, and discover what a great night's sleep feels like. Go to curednutrition.com and use code RENEGADE to save 20% on your order. Blokes: Every man over 40 should be getting comprehensive blood work done every 6 months to maximize health and performance. Blokes is where to go. Check it out at blokes.co/jay. Mentioned in this episode: Gut Reset Program

Bruce Cardenas, a multifaceted executive with an unwavering commitment to excellence, has led a remarkable journey filled with diverse accomplishments and a profound impact on the business world. From his early years in the United States Marine Corps to his pivotal role as the former Chief Communications Officer of Quest Nutrition, Bruce’s story is one of dedication, perseverance, and genuine passion for fostering meaningful connections. He's a a master of building lasting connections and growing brands. And he's here to discuss how to improve your relationships, use your connections to grow your brand, and much more… A simple reminder that can change your life. [8:55] 3 things you need to do to always leave a lasting impression. [29:33] How to go from introvert to relationship expert. [36:31] Why serving others is one of the most powerful things you can do. [40:42] Grow your brand with this proven method. [57:59] The question you need to ask when you're struggling. [1:08:09] Sponsors Naked Nutrition: Nutrition with nothing to hide. Everything you need to reach your health and fitness goals without the added garbage.  Go to nakednutrition.com and use code JAY15 to save 15%.  Organifi: Awaken your senses and supercharge your motivation without the crash, jitters, or negative side effects. Go to organifi.com/renegade to try Peak Power today. AG1: A high impact blend of a multivitamin, minerals, probiotics, and more to improve your gut health, immunity, and boost your energy and recovery. Go to drinkag1.com/jay to get yours today.  BiOptimizers: An all-in-one solution to improve your sleep, mood, stress tolerance, anxiety levels, health, vitality, and so much more. Go to bioptimizers.com/renegade and use code JAY10 for your exclusive Black Friday offers. 

Tony Blauer is a world-renowned self-defense & fear management expert who has been a visible force in the martial art, self-defense, defensive tactics, and combatives industry for over four decades. His organization, Blauer Tactical Training Systems, has become one of the leaders in performance psychology, personal safety, and scenario-based defensive tactics and his programs save lives by teaching the mental and physical resilience needed to navigate volatile environments and handle physical threats. Get your notebooks ready because he's here today to help you get to know your fears and use them to stay safe in a dangerous world. The best self-defense system. [16:48] How you're telling yourself the rational lie. [32:58] The most important lesson you need to learn in life. [37:24] The difference between being a hero or a coward. [46:19] Why knowing fear is the key to becoming your most dominant self. [1:01:54] How to use the psychology of fear to your advantage. [1:39:06] Sponsors BiOptimizers: An all-in-one solution to improve your sleep, mood, stress tolerance, anxiety levels, health, vitality, and so much more. Go to bioptimizers.com/renegade and use code JAY10 for your exclusive Black Friday offers.  Blokes: Every man over 40 should be getting comprehensive blood work done every 6 months to maximize health and performance. Blokes is where to go. Check it out at blokes.co/jay. Cured: The highest quality CBD to help you reduce anxiety, chill out, and sleep like a baby. Try Zen, and discover what a great night's sleep feels like. Go to curednutrition.com and use code RENEGADE to save 20% on your order. Onnit: Alpha Brain is the ultimate way to get in the zone. Promote your cognitive functions like memory, processing speed, focus, creativity and more. Go to onnit.com/renegade to save 10%.

Ashley Borden is a fitness and lifestyle consultant to some of Hollywood’s most recognizable faces and world-class athletes. With over 35,000 hours of personal training experience, her unique approach to fitness can be attributed to having tackled her own personal struggles and transforming them into a positive philosophy and dynamic training program. She's one of the most sought-after experts in her field, and is here to help you stay fit in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.  Listen and learn: One thing you can do to drastically improve your people skills. [15:51] Why you need to stop caring what people think. [47:03] How the questions you ask are your most powerful tool. [54:51] ... And the one question you should never ask. [1:02:50] What evidence-based fitness really means. [1:19:47] Why heavy lifting shouldn't be taken lightly. [1:42:19] Sponsors AG1: A high impact blend of a multivitamin, minerals, probiotics, and more to improve your gut health, immunity, and boost your energy and recovery. Go to drinkag1.com/jay to get yours today.  Organifi: Awaken your senses and supercharge your motivation without the crash, jitters, or negative side effects. Go to organifi.com/renegade to try Peak Power today.

Biologist, and wildlife conservationist, Dr. Robbie Kroger, is the Founder and Executive Director at Blood Origins - a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting conservation efforts and revealing the truth about hunting. Aimed at sharing the “why” and “who” behind hunting, his organization takes on the widely perceived misconceptions about hunting and hunters that the public holds, and works to counteract these views. What is Blood Origins all about? [2:30] How is society creating a misconceived view of hunting? [8:38] What would happen in a world without hunting? [29:37] Is there a "best" approach to wildlife conservation? [46:51] What's the other side of hunting? [1:04:45] Sponsors BiOptimizers: An all-in-one solution to improve your sleep, mood, stress tolerance, anxiety levels, health, vitality, and so much more. Go to magbreakthrough.com/jay and use code JAY10 to save 10%. Cured Nutrition: No jitters. No caffeine. No crash. Just clean and clear brain energy for lasting, unbreakable focus. Go to curednutrition.com and use code RENEGADE to try RISE today and save 20%.

I'm back with another powerful episode to help you unleash your strongest self with the help of my good friend, Shawn Stevenson. Shawn is a nutritionist, best-selling author, and the creator of The Model Health Show - featured as the #1 health podcast in the U.S.  In today's episode we discuss his new book, The Eat Smarter Family Cookbook, and a few health-related topics to get you operating at optimal levels. What can you do for 50% reduction in all-cause mortality? [4:23] Is there a good time to eat bad food? [17:32] What does eating to live truly mean? [29:30] Why it may be time for you to change your filter. [58:33] Is there a super nootropic? [1:17:20] Sponsors BiOptimizers: An all-in-one solution to improve your sleep, mood, stress tolerance, anxiety levels, health, vitality, and so much more. Go to magbreakthrough.com/jay and use code JAY10 to save 10%. Cured Nutrition: No jitters. No caffeine. No crash. Just clean and clear brain energy for lasting, unbreakable focus. Go to curednutrition.com and use code RENEGADE to try RISE today and save 20%.

Sam Miller is a best-selling author in the field of nutrition and metabolism with more than 15 years of experience as a health, fitness, and nutrition coach.  He's a certified nutritionist and licensed, board-certified health practitioner who has been a content contributor for Muscle Intelligence, T-Nation, and Elite FTS (to name a few). Sam has an uncanny ability to dissect complex concepts into simple, strategic methods for transformation. And today, he's giving you a masterclass in macros, metabolism, and functional health.  Get your notepad ready! What are the 2 main pillars of metabolism, and how do you regulate them for peak performance? [16:07] What is your grip strength trying to tell you? [25:35] Should you be eating for aesthetics or longevity? [34:07] Do you need to stop tracking macros? [46:18] 3 simple ways to improve your gut health. [1:02:32] What does optimal hydration look like? [1:26:26] Overrated/Underrated: Bloodwork? [1:34:30] Sponsors Epoch: The highest quality, grass fed whey isolate derived from the milk of Ireland dairy cows. What your body needs, without the bs. Go to yourepoch.com and use code JAY to save.  AG1: A high impact blend of a multivitamin, minerals, probiotics, and more to improve your gut health, immunity, and boost your energy and recovery. Go to drinkag1.com/jay to get yours today.  Onnit: Alpha Brain is the ultimate way to get in the zone. Promote your cognitive functions like memory, processing speed, focus, creativity and more. Go to onnit.com/renegade to save 10%. More from Sam Podcast: Sam Miller Science Coaching Program: Metabolism School Book: Metabolism Made Simple

We all have different definitions of success.  But successful people tend to share a lot of the same qualities...  They carry themselves with respect and integrity.  They approach life in a way that elevates themselves, and everyone around them. The list goes on, but the point here is that "success" isn't the result of some gene that certain people have and others don't.  Success comes down to the choices you make. And I want you to become the most dominant, most bada$$, most successful version of yourself.  So today, I'm giving you the keys that are sure to help you unlock new levels of success across all areas of life. You're writing your own eulogy - what will it say when you're done? [0:22] 4 simple ways to guarantee more success in life. [4:18] Sponsors Organifi: Awaken your senses and supercharge your motivation without the crash, jitters, or negative side effects. Go to organifi.com/renegade to try Peak Power today. Blokes: Every man over 40 should be getting comprehensive blood work done every 6 months to maximize health and performance. Blokes is where to go. Check it out at blokes.co/jay.