This episode features a special guest named Ashley. A working Mom of 2 who has tried every diet out there, in January 2021, Ashley joined Own the Pain - Fitness and Health to learn how to create sustainability in her lifestyle. 

Living in a "diet mindset" all the way from childhood, where she was on Weightwatchers and Slim Fast even in high school, Jon explores with Ashley just how she was able to break out of her restrictive lifestyle, and own her health for good. 

Her results are astounding, and Ashley shares the key to her success. 

For more information on joining the OTP Coaching Program, email [email protected]!

In this episode, Jon has a 1 to 1 conversation with his 5 year old daughter about what health means to a kid. 

Part chaos, part hilarious, and all 100% truth with no filter, Jon and Madison explore:

-What does health mean to a kid?
-What are things that make you healthy?
-Foods that help your body and mind
-Slight introductions to how your body functions... 
-Balance and snacking
-Movement

It doesn't get more real than this back and forth between a Daughter and her Dad! Your kids learn from YOU!

In this episode Jon opens up about a client's newfound confidence through their journey, his own struggles with suffering and mindset, and the moment he changed his perspective about life. 

In addition to the personal context, Jon also dives in to the book that changed his life, "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl. The author was imprisoned in multiple Nazi Concentration Camps during the Holocaust, yet through his unimaginable suffering, he found meaning and hope, which was his key to survival.

Frankl was the founder of logotherapy, a school of psychotherapy which describes a search for a life meaning as the central human  motivational force. 

In this episode, Jon explores the Wim-Hof method, a sort of "new science" that is gaining tremendous popularity in the world right now. Wim Hof, an extreme athlete and mindset guru, created his 3 step method to unlocking control of your mindset. 

To test this, Jon took the 20 day Cold Shower Challenge from Wim-Hof and explains the benefits and questions left to be answered, about the method. 

There's a unique challenge issued at the end of the episode for every listener to finally unlock their restricted mindset, and push through to success in anything. 

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In this episode, Jon takes a closer look at 3 "diet programs," anonymously of course, and breaks down their claims, the cost, and other big factors. He also dives in to the craziest products for weight loss on the internet and why there's only one true way to be healthy and lose weight. To end the episode, Jon answers questions from you, the listeners. 

If you want to speak to Jon directly or have questions, email him at [email protected]!

In this episode, Jon talks openly about the massive impact COVID-19 has had on mental health throughout the world. Prioritizing your mental health, along with your physical has become more important than ever. Isolation, cancelled events, and quarantine, all surrounded by death make this an even darker time for many. 

Jon opens up about his experience with mental health, specifically around anxiety and depression, and talks about how therapy has helped shape a new, positive mindset in the midst of difficult times. 

If you are struggling, please speak to a family member, loved one, or your doctor. If you are having thoughts of hurting yourself, or others, speak up or call the Suicide Hotline at 800-273-8255.

The opinions in this podcast are simply that, opinions, and are not a tool for diagnosing, or treating any health problems. 

Stay strong. Stay together. And be open to getting help.

Jon shares his thoughts on the current events in America, how to cope with the stress of what's going on, and advice on how we can all be better. 

In this episode, Jon does his first movie review (what?), dives into the concept of your purpose vs your passion, and shares a personal story behind the death of his Dad at age 46. 

Jon also walks through how to easily calculate calories to hit fitness and health goals, and redefines the way we look at calories, energy, weight loss, and health. 

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In this episode, Jon gets real about why most people will fail their resolutions for 2021. He talks through a step by step guide to goal setting, and how to break the traditional "new year, new me" mindset and create sustainable results. 

To finish the episode, Jon highlights a free challenge that's starting January 1st.

To join in the free 60 day Own the Pain Challenge starting January 1st, go to www.ownthepain.com for details!

In this episode, Jon introduces the Fruit Never Made Anybody Fat Podcast, and shares his journey with weight loss and restrictive diets. As a Dad, it was tough to balance being healthy and the responsibilities of working and parenting. Jon also talks about the mentality around restrictive diets, why we are designed to fail these diets, the most effective way to to stay on track during the holidays, and goal setting for 2021. 

There's an exclusive offer at the end of the podcast, claim yours today (limited).