General Fitness Companycast

So many people have a negative attitude about life. I say rightfully so! Life is inherently difficult, but at the same time, it's a blessing. In today's episode, I'm gonna talk about how gratitude is not a hippie dippie way to live your life, in fact, it's really the only way to be happy. I'll explain today how you can find happiness even when life doesn't seem so joyful. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

You know, a lot of people think they can chase success and they can to a point. But when you're only one person, it get pretty difficult very quickly if you've got lofty goals on your mind. That's why it's important to find a partner. Whether it's your fitness, running a business, or even trying to start a movement, you're going to need some help. Helping is the best way to do that, but not just any help. In this episode, I talk about what it truly means to help and what that help can help you do in return. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

A lot of people think that the best way to be the greatest is to destroy all competition. If you're in the playoffs, that's a good idea. But in life, it's a little more complicated. You're going to see many of the people that you deal with later in life. Whether in cooperation, or competition you don't want to burn bridges, but even moreso, you want to be perceived as strong. Let's talk today about what it truly means to be strong and not exactly "nice." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

Everyone is looking for success so they can be happy. But I would have you consider that if you look for happiness you will eventually find success. In today's episode, I discuss some things that I have done to procure success in lieu of happiness and they didn't turn out so well. We're going to find out how you can combine success and happiness with one very simple action. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

In this episode, I tackle a subject that is not quite mainstream but certainly should be. Epigenetics is the phenomenon in which we change our genetics simply by changing our thoughts. It's a real thing, there are plenty of studies that show that this exists, however, the process is not quite definitive. Today, we're going to see if we change help bring this idea more mainstream by showing you how it's done. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

Sometimes in life, you face disappointment. Especially, if you're trying something new or trying something in a new way. This episode is a practical look at what to do when things don't turn out the way. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

This episode is about the worst year in recorded history and how gratitude can not only be a healthy attitude, but also a tactic to living a healthier, more successful life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

Another story from my vacation down south. This time we meet a guy named Brian that gives us all the encouragement in the world to believe in yourself and get out and try something that just might change your life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

Back from vacation with some time to think. I'm excited about this episode because I really believe it will give you some perspective on your current pace of success. It's important not to measure yourself against anyone but yourself. You may be on the right path or on the other hand, entirely in left field, trying to figure your way back to a more fulfilling journey. Either way, this episode is sure to give you some confidence in the whole process. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

In this episode, I talk about the fact that our brains only process 20% of the environment around us. What happens with the other 80%?? Well, we're going to talk about that today and how your perception directly influences your behaviors and attitude towards what might possibly be a life-changing paradox. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

I've been talking a lot about mobility and flexibility lately. Maybe because this month is mobility and flexibility challenge month here at the studio. There's something that's really been getting under my skin lately and it's scratching. So many people talk about how good stretching is for you, but they gloss over some of the very serious weaknesses of a bad stretching routine. One that you may very well be unintentionally adhering to. So let's find out what's so bad about something that seems so good for you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

I took a random drive up to see a friend yesterday. We hung out at her dad's house afterward and I had a certain epiphany about connections and why it's so important to understand who you are so that you can find your tribe and be happy in life. This is an episode jam packed with insight into the human condition. I also mention the author Seth Godin. If you'd like to learn more about him check out his website here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

Life is a journey. Many people, however, choose to sit and hope for life to happen to them. In today's episode, we're gonna talk briefly about what you can do to make life happen FOR you instead of TO you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

In today's episode, we're going to learn a lesson from Kate Bush. If you don't know who she is, join the club. I didn't know who she was until last week, but she and her hit song are going to teach us a lesson about giving it a shot even if it doesn't feel like it'll be your best shot. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

Lots of people like to follow others on their road to success. While, it may be helpful to follow what others are doing, it may not always be wise to use their metrics for your success. Today we'll talk about why it's important to follow people on their path while simultaneously, beating your own drum. Finding the rhythm that works for you, ultimately leads to happiness. And of course, if you're happy, you become more productive at creating more happiness for yourself. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

This is a take on what I talked about on Monday with functional training. When it comes to flexibility, there are a variety of ranges, but should you go there? You see Russian gymnasts being forced into splits and trainers cranking athletes' legs on a stretch table, so might it be possible that you can force your way into flexibility?  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

A quick search of YouTube will give you 50 different variations of functional strength training. Many people have heard of it, but most couldn't tell you exactly what it is. Heck, even some personal trainers struggle with the definition. But even more people struggle with the application of functional training. What is it? What is it actually good for? Are we actually doing functional strength training when we say we are? We will answer all of these questions in today's episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

Warming up is important. Not only in your workouts, but in your life. You wouldn't try jumping up 10 steps just to get upstairs so it's crucial to pace yourself to prevent injury. In this episode, I talk about the proper way to warmup your body and your mind for what you want to do. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

In today's episode, I talk about the movie Jiro Dreams of Sushi and how his systems can translate to success for everyone. No matter if you're a sushi chef, an entrepreneur, or employee you will find value in this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support

Sometimes the universe has clear signs that we choose to ignore. Why? And what happens when you stop ignoring those signs? These questions came to mind as I was running the most gruesome race I've run in quite some time. The mile! Not just any mile though, a mile while being clearly out of cardiovascular shape... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/generalfitnesscompany/support