Explore Your Fitness

Explore Your Fitness

By Jason BlevinsAlternative Health
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  • 16: Change Your Life for The Better and Never Give Up with Kaz Qamruddin
    What's your vice? Most of us have one or two or many.  If you hit rock bottom, would you have the courage to go to rehab?  Would you have the strength to tell the world about your weakness? Kaz did. Not only did he open up to the world, he co-founded Kleen City to hold himself accountable and to show you that you don't need to sacrifice your health to have fun and enjoy the best venues and music out there.
    Today's episode is with Kaz Qamruddin, the co-founder of Kleen City, a unique, early morning dance party that unites music, yoga, dance, wellness and art - all before sunrise! Kick start your day with energizing beats and treats for a fun and healthy morning.  
    Welcome to the Daylife Denver!

    "It's never too late to make a change for the better."
    Some questions I ask:


    What's your fitness background?
    Why share your experience with everyone?
    What has been the reaction to Kleen City?
    What's your vision for Kleen City?
    What advice would you give someone who's in the situation you were in?

    In this episode, you'll learn:


    Why Kaz felt like the Phoenix rising
    How a 6 am party can give you energy for the entire day
    How Kleen City is "fiercely local"
    Which local TV show is featuring Kleen City the day before the big event

     "You need to let other people in. You can't do it alone."
    Takeaways
    It's never too late to start again and reinvent yourself.  Never give up!
    You're invited to the next Kleen City Event at the Denver City Hall Event Center, Thursday, February 11th at 6:00 am!
    Reach out to Kaz and Kleen City on their site, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
    I'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment or iTunes Review, and please help share the word about Kleen City.  Thank you so much!
    Cheers,
    Jason

    Check out FitLo Denver, Jay on the Drums, and the rest of Kleen City's Denver partners here!
    38 min
  • 15: Achieve Your Breakthrough with Scott Colby
    "Do what you fear and fear disappears."
    This is one of Scott's favorite quotes, and I think it sums up his approach to fitness and life quite well.
    I met Scott through Podcaster's Paradise.  He's a fellow podcaster and someone many people including myself look up to.
    If you love adventures and really want to achieve new personal breakthroughs in fitness and your life, then Scott Colby is your man!
    Enjoy this episode with Scott Colby, and let me know what you think.  What questions would you like to hear next?
     Scott Colby is the creator of Fit For Photos, where he helps real men and women look hot for a professional photo shoot. He’s worked with hundreds of people personally as one-on-one clients and consulted and helped thousands of men and women in his online businesses, teleseminars, and other products. He’s an internationally known fitness professional, speaker and author.

    Some questions I ask:


    What was your motivation for getting into fitness?
    What were some of your biggest challenges?
    How are you helping people with their fitness? What's a story that's close to your heart?
    What's your approach to nutrition?

    In this episode, You will learn:


    How a morning routine, mindset, gratitude, and a green smoothie can change your life
    How to confront your fears and deal with irrational thoughts
    Why Scott takes his clients on adventure trips

    "Life begins at the end of your comfort zone."
    At the end of every episode, I've asked, what are you grateful for.  One of Scott's answers was surprising considering he like's to take his clients on "unplugged" adventure trips.  The other answer I love hearing, "my parents, they're always very supportive of me".
    I've been getting into the habit of asking myself that same question every morning and every night. What are YOU grateful for? (You can answer that in the comments below :))
    Takeaways from today's episode:
    You're in control of your life.  You're able to be happy at any moment if you choose to be happy. This year Scott's taking his clients on several adventure trips including Costa Rica!  Connect with Scott on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, scottcolby.com, and fitforphotos.com.
    Scott's recommended book:
    Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
    Support the show and our wonderful guests by leaving a review on iTunes.
    Thank you so much for being here and for your support!
    Cheers!
    Jason Blevins
    51 min
  • 14: You Deserve to Feel Awesome with Jon Cerf
    Why are you here?  Really, why? Are you looking for something?  Do you want to change how you feel or look? I hope so.  Because you deserve to feel AWESOME!  That's what Jon believes. Visit Core Progression and see for yourself.  Jon knows all too well the pressures of trying to be noticed and accepted.  He's helped clients achieve significant weight-loss and make life-changing transformations. Core Progression is Elite Personal Training.  It's what they do.  They're not a membership gym.  They're a "meet you where you are and support you every step of the way" gym. Check out Jon's interview then take action.  Visit him or one of his thirty trainers at one of his locations and start feeling the way you deserve to feel.   Leave a comment below and let me know what you think.  Thanks so much for your support!

    Episode 14

    Jon Cerf is the founder of Core Progression Elite Personal Training and has been personal training for ten years. He has a B.S. Degree from Baylor University in Exercise Science. Jon believes in a scientific approach to helping people reach their fitness goals whatever they may be. He has worked with hundreds of clients over the years in all different age ranges as well as fitness levels, from elite athletes to kids to beauty pageant contestants to people just wanting to look and feel better. 

    Motivation

    Like many of us, Jon played sports all through high school and college.  After graduating from Baylor, Jon's plans were to attend CU med school initially.  But why write a prescription to help people with their health when you can do it naturally through exercise and nutrition? (Yes! I love that!)  This thinking and Jon's fascination with the human body are what drove him to pursue personal training.

    Challenges

    Our teenage years are often some of the most challenging.  For Jon, there was a lot of pressure to get as big as possible lifting weights, and that led to injuries.  This is a big part of why he helps young athletes with correct form and educates them on the truths of supplementation.

    Passion for helping you

    "You can't put a price tag on the type of joy and excitement you get from adding years to someone's life." There's a story that Jon shares at 13:10 that you need to hear. All I can say is wow.

    Nutrition

    "I use the same approach that I recommend to the NPC Competitors and professional athletes that I train."

    Final Round

    Morning Routine

    Breakfast and get to the gym to start training

    Favorite Quote or Mantra

    "I'm not afraid to fail.  I'm afraid to be mediocre."~Junior Seau

    Who Inspires You

    Business leaders

    What's The Best Advice You've Ever Received 

    If you chase money, you'll always chase money.  If you chase helping people, money will run to you.

    What Do Your Days Off Look Like

    I love to travel and enjoy the mountains.  Whether it's skiing, snowboarding, hiking, fishing, it's why I love living in Colorado.

    What Book Would You Recommend

    The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson, Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki, Ceo Tightrope by Joel Trammell, The E-Myth by Michael Gerber, and Good to Great by Jim Collins

    If You Could Give Your Younger Self Advice, What Would It Be

    When it's good, it's not always going to be good. So enjoy it.  When it's bad, it's not always going to be bad.  So smile and ride through it.

    What Does Fitness Mean To You

    It's a five prong thing. I try to work on balance, strength, endurance, stability, and power.  It's about having a balanced approach and constantly getting better at everything I do.

    What Are You Grateful For

    32 min
  • 13: Love Yourself: Body, Mind, and Spirit with Brooke Lindquist
    Hello!  Thanks for stopping by.  This episode is with Brooke Lindquist.  She has an incredible story and a big heart.  I know you're going to get a lot from this one.  Take a minute and show some love for Brooke or share your thoughts about the podcast in the comments below and on iTunes. Enjoy!
    My guest today is Brooke Lindquist. Brooke has a background as a middle school teacher, mental health therapist, counselor for seniors, and certified yoga instructor. She has worked with hundreds of clients to resolve emotional and stress-related problems. SHE CURRENTLY HAS A PRIVATE PRACTICE WORKING WITH BOTH ADOLESCENTS AND ADULTS. BROOKE SPECIALIZES IN ISSUES RELATED TO BODY IMAGE, SELF-ESTEEM, DEPRESSION, AND ANXIETY. SHE ALSO TEACHES YOGA AND DOES BOTH PRIVATE YOGA AND PERSONAL TRAINING SESSIONS WITH CLIENTS. With a BA, an MA, and an MSW, she feels confident that she has the skills and experience to help you!

    Motivation

    I dabbled in fitness my whole life growing up. I was on the swim team and ran cross-country, but I was never any good at it.  Once I decided that I wanted to make fitness something that I wanted for myself, that's when I started to love it.

    Challenges

    I was very overweight in college, and once I started running, I started losing weight.  All of a sudden people started complimenting me and telling me how good I looked.  So I kept running and running, and then I stopped eating.  I got very sick with anorexia and struggled with that for about twenty years.  It wasn't until I decided that I wanted to be alive that I was able to change.

    Passion for Helping You

    I had a client walk out of a session and say, "Wow, that was like a combination of meditation and a shot of tequila!". I take that as a huge compliment because I'm committed to helping people connect body, mind, and spirit, and move forward.

    Nutrition

    I'm a strict vegetarian and have been for many years, but I would never say this is the way to do it. Everybody's different. I would say that the one thing that I've done about five times now is The Conscious Cleanse by Jules and Jo in Boulder. It's mainly about clean eating, but it really helps give me a jump start.

    Final Round

    Morning Routine

    It's the most important part of my day.  I'm up by 5. I write in my gratitude journal, focus on my relationship with God, work on my business, and workout at 6:15.

    What's a favorite quote or mantra of yours

    "People will forget what you say or do, but they will never forget the way you made them feel."~Maya Angelou

    Who inspires you

    My parents and my cousin Ann.

    What's the best advice you've ever received 

    One of my therapists recommended that I explore my spirituality and really connect to that.

    Do you ever take a day off

    I don't take a specific day off, but when my body is really exhausted, I listen to it.

    If you could give your younger self advice, what would it be

    Believe in yourself. Don't worry about what other people think or say about you. Don't apologize for who you are.

    What does fitness mean to you

    It's a way of life. It's a way of connecting my body, mind, and spirit, and exercising each one of those every day.

    What are you grateful for

    I'm grateful to be alive.

    Takeaways from today's episode

    No obstacle is too big.  When we really believe in ourselves, we can get past it. Reach me here or email me, [email protected]

    28 min
  • 12: Touch Some Obstacles and Be A Kid Again with Ryan Ford
    Welcome to episode twelve! I don't usually release a podcast on Friday's. So this is a bonus episode!  I'm having so much fun with these interviews! Thank you so much for your support. I'm really excited for this episode with Ryan Ford because he's changing the perception of "fitness" through Parkour.  Too often we view it as work or something that we have to do, and it shouldn't be that way. I left this interview feeling very inspired, and I know you will too.  Show Ryan some love, leave him a comment below, share the show, and leave a review on iTunes.  And as always I'd love some feedback! What would you ask Ryan?  Who would you like to see on the show next?  I'm looking forward to hearing from you! Cheers~Jason

     

    Ryan Ford is an athlete, coach, author, and entrepreneur. He is flabbergasted and grateful to have become a scholar in the art of urban obstacle touching. Ryan’s parkour journey began in 2004 in his hometown of Golden, Colorado. In 2006, Ryan established the first formal parkour classes in the Western Hemisphere while also becoming one of the first professional parkour athletes in North America. He has performed and coached worldwide for various organizations including the New Yorker, TEDx, ESPN, and the U.S. Embassy. In 2009, Ryan earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder while also opening his first parkour gym, APEX Movement in Denver. Since then, APEX Movement has grown to five locations with more on the way. After establishing APEX, Ryan founded ParkourEDU, which is a coaching certification and online platform dedicated to teaching the best parkour methods.

    Through his various ventures, Ryan has taught parkour to tens of thousands of people, including coaches, athletes, elite military forces, underprivileged youth, and seniors. Although his specialty is parkour, he regularly cross-trains in weightlifting, bouldering, and acrobatics, and he is a two-time competitor on the show American Ninja Warrior. Additionally, he loves to continue his movement education through certifications and extensive research in areas such as corrective exercise, CrossFit, pole fitness, hand balancing, plyometrics, and barefoot running. In 2016, he published his first book, Parkour Strength Training. One of Ryan’s goals in life is to inspire others to also touch as many different obstacles as possible.

    Motivation

    At four years old, I was playing soccer. By the time I was in high school, I was playing football and gearing up to be a starting receiver on the varsity team. I lived in Golden. So I would go out to the Red Rocks Amphitheater and run the steps. This was around the time that I discovered Parkour and started watching videos.  Looking around the Amphitheater, I started thinking, I need to try some of these moves, and I just started teaching myself.

    Challenges

    I had no idea what I was doing. There was nobody else around who was doing Parkour.  I learned a lot about myself through that process of trial and error.  I realized that there are many different ways to move through obstacles, how to problem solve, how to face your fears, and to see something in a different, creative perspective.

    Passion

    There are so many amazing athletes coming out of Colorado and Apex Movement. We were the 3rd Parkour gym in the world, and that gave us an advantage.  We have great leadership, mindset, and approach things scientifically. You'll find eight year old prodigies training right next to our pro athletes.

    Nutrition

    I don't adhere to any strict diet, but I do try to avoid refined, processed foods.

     

    Final Round!

    Morning Routine

    Drink a shake and try to get some work done.

    Favorite quote or mantra

    "Absorb what is useful and reject what is useless.
    40 min
  • 11: Get Fit, Get Happy, and Heal with Jeff Bailey
    Hey there, welcome! You're probably here because you know Jeff, you're interested in Yoga Loft, or you're Yoga curious.  My goal with all of these episodes is to showcase the person being interviewed, share their story, and help you to get to know them and how they can help you.  Every teacher's going to be a little different.  Jeff said something to me that I think says a lot about how he views Yoga and his approach to helping you. He said, "I feel like I should disclose that while yoga has brought great health, mobility and endless peace and joy to me, I am not an extreme yoga fitness kind of guy. I have a slightly different approach that your audience may very well be interested in hearing. I can speak to the health benefits all day long, but don’t want you to be surprised if I don’t talk about how to stick a handstand in three easy steps." Enjoy the brief recap from this episode, and leave Jeff (or myself) a comment below or a review on iTunes.  Show him some love for being caring and passionate enough to share his story and for helping so many people live a happier and healthier life.  Thanks for being here. I hope these interviews help you in some way!

    Jeff Bailey, owner of Yoga Loft Boulder, discovered his first Iyengar yoga class in his hometown of Gunnison, CO in 1986. While he has studied many forms of yoga, Iyengar Yoga gave him an appreciation for the physical and mental benefits that come through detail and time.  Jeff has a 200-hour yoga certification through the Eldorado Ashram and a 200-hour yoga certification through Yoga Works. He has studied with a variety of teachers over the years which gives him a diverse understanding of yoga and a teaching style that gives students time to integrate and learn what each pose has to teach. Jeff is particularly happy to be involved in a years-long Kaiut Yoga training. This incredibly healing form of yoga is weaving its way into his teaching, and into his life and practice.

    Motivation:

    Jeff's a cowboy at heart. His dad was a veterinarian with a ranch. So Jeff helped him with animals constantly and developed a fascination with how the body works. Over the years, Jeff saw the effects that a stressful life had on his dad, and that inspired him to look for ways to avoid that stress.

    Challenges:

    "Just being in a body is my biggest challenge."  Jeff was never really an athletic person, but in his early twenties, he discovered Yoga and how it highlights the body's limitations.

    Passion for helping you:

    Encouraged by his wife to open Yoga Loft, Jeff wanted to create space that would provide yoga for all different body types and fitness levels, Yoga for everyone.  He knows just how much trauma and stress can leave an imprint on the body and Yoga has a way of getting into those dark corners of the body, especially the joints.

    Nutrition:

    This has been a passion of Jeff's for most of his life. He says it's more about what he doesn't put in his body. One of his earlier influences was the book Sugar Blues.

    Final Round!

    Do you have a morning routine?

    My Kaiut Yoga practice

    What’s a favorite quote or mantra of yours and how does it help you with your fitness?

    "I'm never upset for the reason I think, and I can see peace instead of this."

    Who inspires you?

    My wife who helps me see things in a better way and Francisco Kaiut who is like the Leonardo Da Vinci of Yoga.

    Do you ever take a day off?  If so, what does that look like?

    Physically, I take a day or two off, but I never stop practicing meditation.

    What book would you recommend?

    Laurel's Kitchen~Laurel Robertson. A Course in Miracles.  The Yoga Mind- The Yoga Sutras According to A Course in Miracles~ Jeff Bailey and Gene Langlois
    42 min
  • 10: Think Positive and Succeed with Roxy
    Roxy is the owner of Evolution Personal Training in Greenwood Village, Colorado.  She's a personal trainer with an associate’s degree in Occupational Studies for Personal Training and believes that there’s nothing better than helping someone on their journey toward a healthier lifestyle.

    Motivation:

    Roxy's road to being healthy was a rocky one. Like many of us, she spent most of her twenties partying and abusing her body. Then one day she decided to take a run on the beach, and everything changed.

    Challenges:

    Roxy struggled with negative self-talk like I'm not worthy of being loved or being healthy. It took her years to figure out that getting the body you want comes from love and appreciating who you are.  "If you don't have a positive outlook, it's hard to get up every day and make positive changes."

    Passion for helping you:

    Roxy's clients say that what sets her apart is that she doesn't judge. She meets her clients where they are, mentally, physically, and emotionally.

    Nutrition:

    In addition to a food based multivitamin, fish oil, collagen, and probiotics, Roxy's working toward a Paleo-type diet and eating whole foods.

    Final Round!

    Do you have a morning routine?

    I drink coffee and journal. It's my me time.

    What’s a favorite quote or mantra of yours and how does it help you with your fitness?

    "If you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got."~Tony Robbins

    Who inspires you?

    Family and Friends

    What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?

    Don't ever live your life with regrets. No matter where you go, there you are.

    Do you ever take a day off?  If so, what does that look like?

    Sundays are my day. Hiking in the Summer and watching Netflix in the Winter.

    What book would you recommend?

    You are a Badass ~Jen Sincero

    Fitness Resource

    Kelly Starrett and Mark's Daily Apple

    If you could give your younger self advice, what would it be?

    Be nice to yourself. It's ok to love you.

    What does fitness mean to you?

    It's an all-encompassing thing: living a healthy lifestyle, loving yourself, being patient with yourself, eating right, moving, and being positive.

    What are you grateful for?

    I get to be a part of so many people's journeys.

    Takeaways from this episode:

    Everyone's fitness journey is different. It should be your whole life. Loving your body and accepting who you are is going to be your greatest tool. Evolutiontrainer.com and [email protected]
    24 min
  • 09: Be Ready for Life with Peter Beuth
    Welcome to episode nine of the Explore Your Fitness podcast!  In this episode, we have Peter Beuth, co-owner of Manic Denver LLC, and head trainer at Manic Training Highlands Ranch.  He's a certified ACE Group Fitness Instructor and Master of all things "Manic".

    Motivation: 

    "No one cares how much weight you can lift.  What they really want to know is can you ski all day or climb a fourteener." This is what Peter loves about outdoor sports, and this is what Manic Training is all about, getting you "Ready for Life".

    Challenges:

    Peter was bullied when he was younger.  Instead of focusing on that, he chose to focus on surfing and skiing with his friends.

    Passion for helping you:

    Manic's slogan is "Ready for Life". They want to make you fit in every way possible. So you are better prepared to handle whatever life throws at you.  It's not just about physical training either.  Manic training gives you the mindset you need to succeed.

    Nutrition:

    It's hard to achieve any real success with fitness without proper nutrition.  Peter recommends taking it in steps.  His first step was cutting out most sugar.  He then moved to a vegetarian diet and avoiding soy as much as possible. If you're ever in Steamboat Springs, CO, Peter says that you need to try June's Original Organic Steamboat Essentials (Joose).

    Final Round!

    Do you have a morning routine?

    I jump out of bed at 4 am, have a bagel and coffee, and prepare for my first class.

    What’s a favorite quote or mantra of yours and how does it help you with your fitness?

    The airplane theory: "take care of yourself first because if you don't you may not be good to anyone else."

    Who inspires you?

    My father. He spent twenty years as a commercial fisherman off the coast of New England. Even after being gone for ten days at a time, he would still make time to take me on a four-hour drive north to New Hampshire to ski all day.

    What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?

    From my father: If you're going to do it, do it right the first time, or don't do it at all.

    Do you ever take a day off?  If so, what does that look like?

    Enjoy football on a Sunday or head up to the high country to ski or hike.

    What book would you recommend?

    Thug Kitchen by Matt Holloway and Michelle Davis. The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell

    If you could give your younger self advice, what would it be?

    Be nicer to my sister.

    What does fitness mean to you?

    Maintain a solid quality of life. Remain highly mobile, steady on my feet, and self-sufficient longer than most people are able to these days. I want to be able to keep up with my kids when I have them.

    What are you grateful for?

    The opportunity to lead a truly blessed life. I have a supportive family, positive mindset, and now I have a great career.

    Takeaways from this episode:

    It's never too late to get involved in a fitness program. It's never too late to make a change in your life.  You can reach Peter at highlands ranch.manictraining.com or [email protected]

    35 min
  • 08: Be a Kid and Have Fun with Crossfit Cielo
    Today we have David Kim and Bailey Wright, owners of Crossfit Cielo in Superior, Colorado. Dave is a former high school math and science teacher; and wrestling, cross country, and rowing coach.  Bailey competed as a gymnast for 13 years, where she consecutively placed in the top 5 in the All-around and Individual events at the State and Regional Championships.  Both hold several certifications including Crossfit level 1 and Crossfit kids.

    Motivation:

    DK's parents encouraged him from a very young age to try a bunch of different sports. Bailey was a gymnast for 13 years and also coached gymnastics while still competing.

    Challenges:

    DK suffered several injuries his senior year of college. He wasn't sure if he would ever fully recover and be able to do the stuff that he loved to do. After college, he gave up on fitness, gained weight, and lost a lot of muscle.  He didn't like the way he looked or felt.  That was when he decided to rediscover his fitness and learned that he had to be active with his recovery. One of the main ways DK got over his injuries was trying new things like charity 5k's and triathlons.  Bailey was a top level gymnast.  She was preparing to compete at a collegiate level when she completely tore up her foot.  After so many years of competing, gymnastics was all she knew.  Bailey had to make the tough decision to quit gymnastics. Bailey thanks her family and friends for encouraging her to get back into fitness and find something fun.

    Passion for helping you:

    DK and Bailey are there to take care of you and look after you.  DK has a client who was working out religiously but was still gaining weight.  After having her doctor run some blood work, she found out that she was at risk for diabetes and heart disease.  Six short months after training with DK, she had turned around her health markers and was feeling better than ever. Crossfit Cielo has people of all different fitness levels.  They try to foster a safe, injury-free environment where they encourage everyone to focus on flexibility and mobility as much as strength gains.

    Nutrition:

    DK and Bailey recommend eating real food as much as possible.  They use some SFH and Kill Cliff supplements when time doesn't allow for an actual meal.

    Final Round!

    What’s a favorite quote or mantra of yours and how does it help you with your fitness?

    “Breathe… you got to OUT de air to IN de air!”~Joseph Pilates

    Who inspires you?

    Our clients

    What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?

    Take a day off.

    Do you ever take a day off?  If so, what does that look like?

    Active recovery and going on hikes.

    Do you have a fitness resource or tool that you recommend?

    My fitness pal.

    What book would you recommend?

    Becoming a Supple Leopard ~Kelly Starrett

    If you could give your younger self advice, what would it be?

    Never stop stretching.

    What does fitness mean to you?

    Rediscovering what it is that our bodies are meant to do. Be a kid and have fun.

    What are you grateful for?

    The opportunity to help people with their fitness and to develop relationships with our members.

    Takeaways from this episode:

    Hopefully, this provided a better understanding of Crossfit, what it should be, and what we're trying to make it, fun and enjoyable! Connect with us on Facebook or our website. Once a month we do a get together for members, friends, and family.
    54 min
  • 07: Connect with People Doing Something You Enjoy with Kevin Guidi
    Kevin Guidi has a Bachelor of Exercise Science degree, several fitness certifications, and has been a fitness professional at Rally Sport Health and Fitness in Boulder, CO for eleven years. He's passionate about pushing people to reach their fitness potential and beyond.

    Motivation:

    Once Kevin moved to rural Maine, he got into sports and found a passion for what sports can do for kids. Kevin's initial major, speech pathology, was cancelled his senior year at the University of Maine.  Since he had been working as a trainer, he decided to pursue Exercise Science.

    Challenges:

    Kevin's a pretty big guy at 225 pounds. He's had to slowly build up his aerobic capacity with running to not only keep up with his wife but also to prepare for his first Tough Mudder race.

    Passion for helping you:

    Kevin talks about a client who came to him with the attitude of "tell me exactly what to do, and I'll do it". Not only did this client lose 110 pounds, but he also became a close friend of Kevin's. Kevin says, "when you can become a part of their life, it's more than just the few hours you see them in the weight room. It's about effecting them in so many other ways."

    Nutrition:

    If you're going to put food in your body put good food in it. I take a multivitamin, BCAA's pre and post workout to help not to lose muscle, fish oil for lowering cholesterol without any of the diabetes risks. Look for high quality because the FDA doesn't govern supplements. Rally Sport carries Poliquin Brand supplements.

    Final Round!

    What’s a favorite quote or mantra of yours and how does it help you with your fitness?

    "If you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got."

    Who inspires you?

    My wife.

    What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?

    You can be really successful at what you want to do as long as you work as hard or harder than everyone else.

    Do you ever take a day off?  If so, what does that look like?

    I take weekends off. We run a lot on the weekend and have lots of family time.

    Do you have a fitness resource or tool that you recommend?

    I use map my run.

    What book would you recommend?

    The Paleo Diet

    If you could give your younger self advice, what would it be?

    Spend more time in the kitchen and find passion in cooking.

    What does fitness mean to you?

    Finding a balance between enjoying life and doing the right thing.

    What are you grateful for?

    I'm grateful that every experience that I've had has led me to this day.

    Takeaways from this episode:

    Find a way to connect with people doing something that you enjoy. There's something for everyone here in Colorado. You can connect with Kevin Guidi at Rally Sport Health and Fitness in Boulder, CO and [email protected].

    Rally Sport's Yelp Page, Pinterest, Facebook, and Twitter.
    Thank you so much for stopping by!  Leave a comment and review. I want to hear what you think about the show and what you're struggling with in fitness.
    Cheers,
    Jason
    1 hr 4 min

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