Dad Bods and Beards

"When our time on this floating rock in the stars comes to an end, the lives of the people we impacted, weather that be for better or for worse, will paint the portrait of the person we once were for the generations to come." - Unknown

Ask an Expert is back with our very first husband & wife duo, Mike & Terrica Hildebrandt.

When it comes to the definition of "Power Couple", Mike & Terrica blow it clean out of the water! First and foremost, you can feel the love and chemistry these two have for not only each other, but for their roles as parents to their six children. yeah, you read that right... they have SIX kids... and SIX packs!

These two amazing people have devoted a large part of their lives to not only their own personal health and fitness, but also sharing their experiences and knowledge with those looking to improve themselves. Their approach to, what can be referred to as a taboo phrase for so many, "Diet & Exercise" has got to be one of the most positive perspectives and outlooks when it comes to personal health and fitness. There can be so much misinformation and toxicity surrounding the health and fitness culture these days, but thankfully we have good people like Mike & Terrica spear heading a positive and realistic approach to bettering ourselves.

So come along this week and get to know The Hildebrandt's with us, and be sure to check out their social media channels. @TheFitCouplesPerspective , @SavorySwolemates , @TrainerMIke1

What could have easily been covered in a single episode has been drawn out to a second... and now will need to be wrapped up third.

Now let's be honest... are any of us surprised? This is what happens when two best friends try to stay on topic for an hour... they can't. But that's what makes Dad Bods & Beards the real, raw, genuinely fun, and enjoyable show that it is!

So come join us for some laughs that will make your cheeks hurt with some good life advice sprinkled in along the way!

Are you doing the thing? If you're anything like the 99% of the rest of the world... you're not doing the thing. But... You can start today!

In true Dad Bods & Beards fashion, Tyson & Logan started out strong... and then the ADHD kicked in and an amazing conversation came out of left field... followed up and rounded out with full side splitting laughter!

Come along and act as a fly on the wall for another fun filled, uplifting, and motivational chat between two best buds.

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THINGS THAT AREN'T DOING THE THING'

"Preparing to do the thing isn't doing the thing.

Scheduling time to do the thing isn't doing the thing.

Making a to-do list for the thing isn't doing the thing.

Telling people you're going to do the thing isn't doing the thing.

Messaging friends who may or may not be doing the thing isn't doing the thing.

Writing a banger tweet about how you're going to do the thing isn't doing the thing.

Hating on yourself for not doing the thing isn't doing the thing. Hating on other people who have done the thing isn't doing the thing. Hating on the obstacles in the way of doing the thing isn't doing the thing.

Fantasizing about all of the adoration you'll receive once you do the thing isn't doing the thing.

Reading about how to do the thing isn't doing the thing. Reading about how other people did the thing isn't doing the thing. Reading this essay isn't doing the thing.

The only thing that is doing the thing is doing the thing." - Strangest Loop

Habits, we all have them. Some good, some not so good.

In this episode the guys chat about the first half of the 21 most self-destructive habits we have all be guilty of at one point or another. No one is perfect... Let me say that again for the people in the back... NO ONE is perfect. However, in the noble pursuit of a happy and fulfilled life for us and the ones we love, it's crucial that we stive for self-improvement through breaking bad and creating good habits.

From Tyson and Logan, and all of us here at Dad Bods & Beards, we want you to know that we are truly proud of each and every one of you, and are so proud of how far you have come! You got this! Now go get 'em tiger!

Life isn't always "Easy peasy lemon squeezy"... Sometimes is stressy depressy lemon zesty! So when you're feeling like you're behind the Eightball and life is weighing you down, do what Tyson and Logan did... start a podcast as a cheap form of "Therapy."

It's a new year and the guys are getting a little bit of late start to what is destined to be an epic year for Dad Bods & Beards. So without further ado, if you like to have a good time, laugh, and be uplifted, make sure you hit that subscribe button and come along for the ride!

What a first year it has been for Dad Bods and Beards and we can't thank all of you enough for giving us this platform!

For our last episode of 2023 the guys have a fun chat about memorable moments from their first year as podcasters, sprinkled with funny sidetracked stories and topics in true Tyson & Logan fashion.

Thank You for such a great year, and we'll see you in 2024!

"The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence"... A thought all of us are guilty of having at one point or another. Yet, 60% of the time it's wrong every time... (Don't check our math on that one...)

In this episode the guys chat about what they have affectionately deemed "The Struggle Shuffle" - Something that all men can identify with as our daily battle with all that life has to throw at us weather we are ready for it or not.

"Gratitude - The act of recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of life, others, and oneself." -Unknown

This week Tyson & Logan chat about the power of gratitude and the profound impact it can have on our mental and emotional well-being. With the help of their good friend Robert Michaelis, the guys help emphasize the importance of including gratitude into our daily lives, paired with a challenge to help jump start the day each morning on a path to live a life with a more positive outlook.

"Sometimes I'll start a sentence, and I don't even know where it's going. I just hope I find it along the way..." - Michael Scott. That quote from "The Office" basically sums up this episode in the best way possible. The guys started off strong with notes, research, and relatable stories to share, but got lost along the way and somehow made this episode even better. Tyson & Logan are sure to leave you laughing and googling some interesting things by the end of the episode.