Getting After It

You know what you need to do. You’ve written it down. You’ve scheduled it. You’ve even told yourself it’s important.

But you haven’t done it.

In this solo episode, I confront one of the most pervasive enemies of personal growth: procrastination. But not the surface-level kind. This is the deeper form, the kind that masks itself as perfectionism, fear, or even self-doubt.

Drawing insights from thinkers like Marcus Aurelius, James Clear, Seneca, and a powerful article by Joseph Foley, we uncover the truth: Procrastination isn’t about laziness. It’s about fear or lack of clarity.

You’ll learn:

• Why emotional resistance, not poor time management, is what really stops you
• How to break down big goals into “too small to fail” actions
• The tools I use (like “Eat the Frog” and the Five-Minute Rule) to get out of my own way

We’ll also explore how identity, rejection, and even our relationship with God can affect how we show up. As Christians and Stoics alike would agree—action matters. And today is the only day we’re promised.

This episode is your reminder that you are not broken. You are simply being called to be brave.

It’s time to start.

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Getting After It is for those who. want to silence their self-doubt. Refuse to be owned by comfort. Understand their limits are man-made and breakable. We live in a time of constant comparison. Social media drowns us in highlight reels and overnight success stories. But what most people don’t see is the grit behind it all. The reps. The quiet mornings. The sacrifices. The failures.

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“Getting After It” isn’t just a slogan, it’s how I choose to live.

In this episode, I hand over the mic to someone who knows me better than anyone, my wife, Ally. 

She interviews me about what it really means to get after it, and we dive deep into the journey behind the brand, the podcast, and the mindset.

We talk about everything, from the early days of “Fat Brett” and living without structure, to 4:30 AM lifts, long runs, and the quiet discipline it takes to build a life you’re proud of. I open up about comparison, confidence, marriage, faith, and why I believe Getting After It means more than grinding—it means growing.

This episode is honest, unscripted, and personal. If you’ve ever felt stuck, unsure, or like your goals were out of reach, I hope this conversation reminds you that it’s not about being the best—it’s about getting better every day.

Three Key Takeaways

Discipline is how I built my confidence. It wasn’t a motivational quote or a big moment. It was the daily effort—showing up when I didn’t feel like it—that changed everything.

Getting after it applies to every area of life. Fitness is just one part. I’ve learned that showing up for my wife, my job, and my faith matters just as much.

We’re not meant to do this alone. That’s why I’m building a community—to help people push themselves and support each other in the process. We grow farther, together.

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Getting After It is for those who. want to silence their self-doubt. Refuse to be owned by comfort. Understand their limits are man-made and breakable. We live in a time of constant comparison. Social media drowns us in highlight reels and overnight success stories. But what most people don’t see is the grit behind it all. The reps. The quiet mornings. The sacrifices. The failures.

You are just getting started. 

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What if your weakness wasn’t a flaw—but a space for grace?

In this episode, I sit down with B.J. Allen, a business professor at BYU and author of The Compensating Power of Christ, to explore the intersection of faith, psychology, and performance. We dive into everything from confidence in sales to imposter syndrome in life—and how preparation, storytelling, and spiritual awareness shape how we show up in the world.

B.J. shares his journey from corporate life to academia, his teaching philosophy, and the uncomfortable but essential role of moving outside your comfort zone. We go deep into the psychology of persuasion, the mechanics of storytelling, and how empathy—not manipulation—is the real currency of sales.

But the heart of this conversation lies in something more eternal.

We explore the idea that Christ not only forgives but compensates—that He fills in the gaps of our stewardship, our pain, and our imperfection. B.J. unpacks this often-overlooked aspect of the Atonement: how Christ doesn’t just wait on the other side of death to restore what’s been lost—but actively refines, strengthens, and multiplies our efforts now.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt unqualified, uncertain, or unworthy. And for those who have the courage to believe that what we lack, Christ supplies.

Three Takeaways:

Confidence is built through preparation—not personality. Sales, life, and faith all require rehearsal before resilience.

Storytelling is sacred. Whether in business or belief, narratives forge the deepest human connection.

Christ’s power compensates, not just redeems. The Savior makes up the difference in our teaching, parenting, stewardship, and pain—if we let Him in.

Listen if you’re curious about:

• How psychology and empathy drive great marketing and sales
• Teaching with conviction and clarity
• The Stoic idea of controlling what you can—and surrendering the rest
• How Jesus Christ’s Atonement applies to more than just sin

Check out B.J.'s Website

Buy his book on Amazon

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Getting After It is for those who. want to silence their self-doubt. Refuse to be owned by comfort. Understand their limits are man-made and breakable. We live in a time of constant comparison. Social media drowns us in highlight reels and overnight success stories. But what most people don’t see is the grit behind it all. The reps. The quiet mornings. The sacrifices. The failures.

You are just getting started. 

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What do you do when everything changes in an instant?

In this raw and powerful episode, I sit down with my friend Bryce Turley, who survived a life-altering fireworks accident that left him with a completely different life than the one he planned. One moment, he was holding a mortar tube on the beach. The next, he was in an ambulance fighting for his life.

But this episode isn’t about pain—it’s about perspective. 

Bryce opens up about relearning how to do everything from opening a door to playing volleyball again, this time left-handed. We talk about the mental roller coaster of recovery, addiction temptations, identity loss, and how the smallest wins can keep you going when life feels unbearable.

You’ll hear stories of surgeries, setbacks, and small victories. But most of all, you’ll witness the mindset of a man who refused to give up—who chose growth, resilience, and gratitude over victimhood.

If you've ever felt like giving up, this episode is for you.

Three Takeaways:

You can rebuild your life piece by piece—physically, mentally, and emotionally—no matter how broken it feels.

Support systems are everything. Healing happens in community, not isolation.

Purpose is forged in pain. When life strips everything away, what remains reveals who you are—and who you can become.

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I hope today’s episode sparked something within you to pursue your dreams and unlock your true potential. If you found value in it, consider sharing it with someone who might need that same push.

Getting After It is for those who. want to silence their self-doubt. Refuse to be owned by comfort. Understand their limits are man-made and breakable. We live in a time of constant comparison. Social media drowns us in highlight reels and overnight success stories. But what most people don’t see is the grit behind it all. The reps. The quiet mornings. The sacrifices. The failures.

You are just getting started. 

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Most people see the moment you win. They don’t see what it cost.

In this conversation, I sit down with Ashton Lunt—national champion in javelin, former BYU athlete, and someone who knows what it means to suffer for a dream. We talk about what it really takes to become elite. From early mornings feeding pigs before lifting sessions, to throwing a javelin with a torn rotator cuff, Ashton’s journey isn’t one of overnight success—it’s a decade-long lesson in consistency, grit, and refusing to quit when everything inside you says to.

She opens up about injury setbacks, mental health battles, and the emotional toll of elite athletics. But she also shares what pulled her through: her faith, her family, and a relentless inner voice that said, “I’m not done yet.”

This is not just an athlete’s story—it’s a story about identity, about rebuilding from the ground up, and about showing up even when no one is watching.

Key Takeaways:

Persistence beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard—Ashton’s story is living proof.

Mental health must be trained like a muscle—her recovery and perspective offer practical tools and emotional insight.

Winning isn't just physical—Ashton’s success came from healing her mindset, redefining her “why,” and learning when to push and when to pull back.

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I hope today’s episode sparked something within you to pursue your dreams and unlock your true potential. If you found value in it, consider sharing it with someone who might need that same push.

Getting After It is for those who. want to silence their self-doubt. Refuse to be owned by comfort. Understand their limits are man-made and breakable. We live in a time of constant comparison. Social media drowns us in highlight reels and overnight success stories. But what most people don’t see is the grit behind it all. The reps. The quiet mornings. The sacrifices. The failures.

You are just getting started. 

Keep Getting After It. 

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There’s a war happening inside each of us — and most of the time, no one else sees it.

In this solo episode, I open up about the unseen battles that shape who we become. From personal stories of depression, self-doubt, and infertility to practical tools rooted in Stoic philosophy and faith, this episode is a deeply honest reflection on what it means to keep going when no one’s watching, and no one’s cheering.

I explore how the hardest fights are often silent. There’s no crowd. No validation. Just you… and the voice that tells you to quit.

We’ll talk about:

• Why internal struggles are more dangerous than we think
• The toxic stories we tell ourselves, and how to rewrite them
• What the Stoics teach us about control, identity, and resilience
• How fitness, journaling, discipline, and faith help build unshakable character
• Why infertility shook my identity, and how my wife and I are walking through it

This episode isn’t about pretending everything’s okay. It’s about facing the truth, building real self-respect, and understanding that some of the most transformational growth happens in the dark — long before anyone else sees the light.

If you're in the middle of something hard, I hope this reminds you: you’re not broken. You’re becoming.

Listen now and keep getting after it — even when it’s quiet.

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I hope today’s episode sparked something within you to pursue your dreams and unlock your true potential. If you found value in it, consider sharing it with someone who might need that same push.

Getting After It is for those who. want to silence their self-doubt. Refuse to be owned by comfort. Understand their limits are man-made and breakable. We live in a time of constant comparison. Social media drowns us in highlight reels and overnight success stories. But what most people don’t see is the grit behind it all. The reps. The quiet mornings. The sacrifices. The failures.

You are just getting started. 

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We’re all running out of time.

That’s not a dramatic opener—it’s just the truth. This episode is a solo reflection on something that’s been weighing on me lately: presence, purpose, and the short window we’re all given to do something that matters.

While on vacation, I read Whale Fall, a story about a man swallowed by a whale who finds clarity about his broken relationship with his father—just a little too late. It hit home, because isn’t that how so many of us live? Waiting. Delaying. Postponing healing, connection, meaning—for some better “later” that may never come.

In this episode, I talk about:

• The guilt I feel when I’m not working.
• How hard it is to just be still.
• Why time, once spent, is never coming back.
• And how Getting After It is not just about productivity—it’s about presence.

I open up about what gives my life meaning: faith, love, growth, community. And I challenge you to ask yourself what gives yours.

Because the clock’s ticking. And the worst thing isn’t failing. The worst thing is never trying.

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I hope today’s episode sparked something within you to pursue your dreams and unlock your true potential. If you found value in it, consider sharing it with someone who might need that same push.

Getting After It is for those who. want to silence their self-doubt. Refuse to be owned by comfort. Understand their limits are man-made and breakable. We live in a time of constant comparison. Social media drowns us in highlight reels and overnight success stories. But what most people don’t see is the grit behind it all. The reps. The quiet mornings. The sacrifices. The failures.

You are just getting started. 

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In this episode, I sat down with someone very special to me — my niece Lily — for a conversation that honestly felt like talking to a younger version of myself.

We talked about what it means to grow up in today’s world — the pressures of high school, the weight of comparison, and the internal dialogue we all wrestle with. But what made this episode powerful wasn’t just her honesty, it was her wisdom. At 17, Lily speaks with a level of self-awareness and emotional intelligence most people never reach.

We dove into everything from social media and mental health to finding confidence, forgiving others, and figuring out who you are. She opened up about trials she’s faced, the people who’ve supported her, and how she’s learning not to lose herself in a world that constantly asks you to be someone else.

What surprised me most was her clarity around one idea: confidence doesn’t come from having it all together — it comes from showing up, doing hard things, and choosing to love yourself anyway.

If you’ve ever felt unsure about your path, struggled to be yourself, or just needed a reminder that you’re not alone — this episode is for you.

3 Key Takeaways:

1. Confidence is built, not born — it comes from doing hard things and staying true to yourself, even when it’s uncomfortable.
2. Forgiveness frees you — it’s not about excusing others, it’s about letting go for your own peace.
3. Gratitude and connection matter — life gets better when you surround yourself with people who care, and when you recognize the blessings you already have.

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I hope today’s episode sparked something within you to pursue your dreams and unlock your true potential. If you found value in it, consider sharing it with someone who might need that same push.

Getting After It is for those who. want to silence their self-doubt. Refuse to be owned by comfort. Understand their limits are man-made and breakable. We live in a time of constant comparison. Social media drowns us in highlight reels and overnight success stories. But what most people don’t see is the grit behind it all. The reps. The quiet mornings. The sacrifices. The failures.

You are just getting started. 

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I had the chance to sit down with Courtney—the voice behind the phrase “I’m fat and I’m working on it”—and what followed was one of the most real, raw, and human conversations I’ve ever had on this podcast.

She didn’t set out to go viral. She set out to change her life.

In this episode, Courtney shares how one painful moment at the gym sparked a global response—and what it taught her about shame, resilience, and the power of vulnerability. We talk about the anxiety of being a beginner, the toxic side of fitness culture, and how she learned to show up for herself even on the days she wanted to disappear.

We also cover the mental game behind discipline, how social media helped (and hurt) her progress, and why she refuses to let the word “fat” be used as an insult anymore.

This conversation isn’t about a six-pack. It’s about the courage it takes to keep going when no one’s cheering, and the surprising beauty in showing up—imperfect, unsure, and absolutely committed to getting better.

Key Takeaways:

• Baby steps still count. Progress isn’t about perfection—it’s about continuing, even when it’s uncomfortable.
• Words lose their power when you take ownership. Calling herself “fat” became a way for Courtney to reclaim her story and disarm shame.
• No one is watching as closely as you think. Most people in the gym are too busy working on themselves to judge anyone else.

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I hope today’s episode sparked something within you to pursue your dreams and unlock your true potential. If you found value in it, consider sharing it with someone who might need that same push.

Getting After It is for those who. want to silence their self-doubt. Refuse to be owned by comfort. Understand their limits are man-made and breakable. We live in a time of constant comparison. Social media drowns us in highlight reels and overnight success stories. But what most people don’t see is the grit behind it all. The reps. The quiet mornings. The sacrifices. The failures.

You are just getting started. 

Keep Getting After It. 

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What happens when everything you've trained for collides with pain, disappointment, and comparison? This is the story of Michael Whitaker, a Division I javelin athlete who didn’t just compete with a torn UCL — he qualified for Nationals.

In this episode, we unpack what it means to keep showing up when your body is broken and your confidence is shattered. Michael reveals the brutal emotional rollercoaster of injury, the quiet discipline of recovery, and the power of refining your mental game through deliberate self-talk and sport psychology.

Whether you're an athlete, a high-performer, or someone fighting a silent battle, this conversation is a masterclass in resilience, focus, and finding meaning in the grind. We explore the mental warfare of comparison, the science of technique, and the underrated magic of getting just 1% better every day.

If you’ve ever felt like giving up, this episode is for you.

Three Key Takeaways

1. Technique matters, but consistency and mental clarity matter more. Whether you're training for javelin or just trying to improve your life, cue-bouncing — constantly changing strategies — will sabotage your progress.
2. Injury is more than physical — it’s an identity crisis. How you respond mentally during setbacks defines whether you plateau or grow. “You can’t lose if you never give up” isn’t just a quote — it’s a survival strategy.
3. Positive self-talk isn’t fluff — it’s a weapon. Learning to speak to yourself like a coach instead of a critic can shift everything when you're on the edge of quitting.

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I hope today’s episode sparked something within you to pursue your dreams and unlock your true potential. If you found value in it, consider sharing it with someone who might need that same push.

Getting After It is for those who. want to silence their self-doubt. Refuse to be owned by comfort. Understand their limits are man-made and breakable. We live in a time of constant comparison. Social media drowns us in highlight reels and overnight success stories. But what most people don’t see is the grit behind it all. The reps. The quiet mornings. The sacrifices. The failures.

You are just getting started. 

Keep Getting After It. 

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