Want to get in shape without sacrificing family time? Discover how just 3 workouts a week can transform your body and help you crush parenting like a pro. In this episode of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, Gabe Yanez takes the mic for Episode 185, sharing practical tips and powerful insights for busy dads aiming to balance fitness, career, and family life. If you’ve felt overwhelmed trying to juggle it all, this one’s for you.

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In this episode, Gabe breaks down how to simplify your fitness routine with effective, time-saving strategies. Learn why focusing on consistency beats overtraining, how to set realistic goals, and why 3 days of smart, focused training are all you need to feel and look your best. Whether you're a CrossFit veteran or just getting started, this episode will inspire you to fit fitness into any lifestyle.

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Chapters:

0:00 Jason in Vegas - Gabe To Hosts Solo

1:48 From Swimming to Triathlons

5:27 Triathlon Success Despite Struggles

7:19 Team USA: Luxury vs. Hostels

11:09 Faster and Stronger with Age

12:57 What Even Counts as CrossFit?

17:24 Simple Tips to Build Strength

19:32 Fitness Beyond CrossFit

23:16 Balancing Fitness and Family

24:52 Basics of Hypertrophy Training

28:18 Why 3 Workouts Are Enough

29:59 Train Smarter, Not Harder

33:10 How My Food Views Changed

35:07 Food Quality vs. Practicality

38:55 Fitness First, Food Later

40:33 Nutrition Made Simple

44:02 Adjusting to Two Kids

45:51 Parenting is Tough but Worth It

49:21 Travel with Kids Gets Easier

50:53 Facing Challenges Grows You

54:21 Starting BJJ with My Son

56:08 Mets, Workouts, and Family

59:37 Life as a Girl Dad

1:01:22 Simplified BJJ Training