The Alchemist's Library

A New Approach to Fitness with Functional BodyBuilder Michael Sheedy


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Michael Sheedy is a personal trainer and bodybuilder.

The Health and Fitness Journey: Finding moderation through polarity. Michael Describes his journey through 12 bodybuilding competitions over 10 years. He shares insights on the extreme discipline required in this field, including meticulous management of diet, water, and sleep.

Balance Between Discipline and Enjoyment: We emphasize the importance of balancing strict health discipline with enjoying life. Michael talks about overcoming a restrictive mindset that negatively impacted his relationship with food and health habits, realizing the need to enjoy moments with friends and family without feeling guilty.

Personal Branding and Career Progression: The conversation shifts to building a personal brand and audience in the online fitness coaching space. Michael discusses strategies for creating engaging and entertaining content, and the role of authenticity in connecting with his audience.

Dealing with Burnout and Finding Purpose: Michael reflects on experiencing burnout due to a loss of purpose. He stresses the importance of having clear goals and a purpose-driven approach to work, even when on vacation, to avoid burnout.

Advice for Fitness and Health: The podcast wraps up with advice on fitness, like the benefits of volume eating, resistance training for insulin resistance, and selecting exercises for different goals. He also touches on the mental aspects of health, like the importance of clarity in decision-making and connecting goals to a higher purpose.

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