Lean and Lethal Podcast

Agency is one of the most important skills you need to master and continue to intentionally refine. It puts you in the driver seat of your life. A man with high agency is able to serve, lead, and live at a level far beyond the average man. In this episode I go over what high agency looks like and how you can start building it.

After running 377 miles across Arizona and raising over $15k to donate to families battling cancer I learned a lot about myself and what we are truly capable of. There was so much that came out of this project that it was hard to put it into words and fit it in one episode.

In this episode I breakdown 5 tactical takeaways from the run that can be applied to any challenging situation or trial you are going through. This proved that when you have the right mental frameworks and control your focus you can accomplish more that most people ever even deem as possible and have an impact beyond what you could imagine.

Grateful for the opportunity to do this and the support from all of those who showed up along the way to help and those who donated to the mission. All glory to God.

Justin Bindel has worn a lot of hats: pastor, church planter, CrossFit gym owner, real estate professional, rancher, dad of three and a husband. But underneath all of it is one framework he keeps coming back to: the 5 F's. Faith. Family. Fitness. Formation. Finance. Get the order wrong, and you end up rich in one area and bankrupt in the ones that actually matter.

In this conversation, Justin breaks down what he learned watching his mom get diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's three months before COVID hit, why he walked away from leading a church in Salt Lake City to move his family back to Texas, and the question John Eldredge says every man is quietly asking himself: Do I have what it takes?

We get into:

• The 5 F's framework and why finance is dead last on purpose
• Why most men live with "under the sun" mentality and what changes when you don't
• The misogi: doing one thing a year with a 50% failure rate (without dying)
• Extended adolescence, and why Justin has his 12 and 14-year-old sons buying their own cattle
• The "underwear water" passage from Jeremiah that reframes how we chase satisfaction
• Why he hosts a goal summit with his wife every October and how to actually run one
• The difference between what your head knows and what your heart believes

If you're a guy who looks like he's got it together on the outside but feels like he's faking it underneath, this one's for you.

Running 375 Miles Across Arizona for Cancer Awareness: Bridger Deaton's Journey

What drives someone to run 375 miles across Arizona? For Bridger Deaton, the answer is deeply personal. In this solo episode, Bridger shares his inspiring journey of running across the state to raise awareness for cancer prevention, early detection, and the families fighting this disease.

Bridger opens up about his own cancer story and the moment that changed everything—reminding us that "early detection saved my life." He walks through the physical and mental challenges of ultra running, the meticulous logistics behind crossing an entire state on foot, and why "the mind is the most powerful tool in endurance."

Beyond the miles, this run is about community. Bridger discusses his fundraising goals, the support he's received along the way, and why "this run is about more than just me."

In this episode:

• Bridger's personal cancer story and what motivated the run
• Preparation and logistics for running across Arizona
• The physical and mental challenges of ultra endurance
• Fundraising efforts and community support for cancer families

Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Arizona Run Challenge02:33 The Motivation Behind the Run05:24 Logistics and Planning for the Journey08:34 Facing Challenges and Setbacks11:39 Mental Resilience and Preparation14:25 Community Support and Fundraising Goals17:22 Expectations and Mindset for the Run20:22 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Links:

• Follow Bridger and the run on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bridgerdeatonpt
• Support the cause: https://givebutter.com/runacrossaz

Adam Burns was crushing it in sales, making good money, hitting his numbers, but instead of feeling fulfilled, he found himself in a really dark place. More money wasn't the answer. So he started doing hard things, and eventually that led him to running 420 miles across the state of Utah. In this episode Adam gets into what that journey actually looked like, the physical breakdown, the mental battles, and the moments where he had to dig deep just to make it through the day. More than a running story though, this one is really about finding purpose, rebuilding confidence, and figuring out what actually makes life feel meaningful. Good one to listen to if you've been grinding but feeling empty about it.

Follow Adam on IG: https://www.instagram.com/adamleeburns/

1:1 Fitness and Nutrition Coaching:

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Bridger’s IG:

https://www.instagram.com/bridgerdeatonpt/

In this episode I sit down with Brandon Fuller, trainer and host of the Fit With Purpose Podcast, to talk about what it actually means to build a life of purpose as a man.

We dive into the mistake a lot of driven men make by rooting their identity entirely in their work and why that eventually leads to burnout, frustration, and a lack of fulfillment even when things are going well on the surface. Brandon shares how adversity in his own life shaped his perspective on faith, fitness, fatherhood, and the kind of man he wants to be.

We also talk about why fitness should serve a purpose beyond looking good, how physical discipline translates into leadership in your family and community, and why every man needs other men he can learn from and ask for guidance.

This conversation is about building the man first. Your career, business, and success are important but they cannot be the foundation of your identity.

If you are a driven man trying to balance ambition, faith, family, and personal growth, this episode will give you perspective and practical lessons on how to build a life that actually matters.

Key Topics

Identity beyond your career
 Fitness with purpose
 Faith and masculinity
 The role of adversity in shaping men
 Seeking mentorship and brotherhood

Learn more about 1:1 Online Coaching:

https://leanandlethalproject.com/mens-online-fitness-coaching

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https://www.instagram.com/bridgerdeatonpt/

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In this episode I break down a real conversation I had with a guy in my Instagram DMs.

He was frustrated because he felt like he was doing everything right but still wasn’t seeing the progress he wanted. As we talked through it, it became clear that the issue wasn’t his workout or his diet. It was the way he was thinking about the process.

We walk through several of the statements he made and reframe them to show how language, clarity, and accountability shape the results you get in fitness and in life.

We often think our lack of progress is a programming issue. In reality, it’s usually a mindset and standards issue.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like you’re putting in effort but not getting results, this episode will help you identify what’s actually holding you back and what to change moving forward.

Learn more about 1:1 Online Coaching:

https://leanandlethalproject.com/mens-online-fitness-coaching

Connect with me on IG:

https://www.instagram.com/bridgerdeatonpt/

Download FREE training and nutrition programs:

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In this episode I sit down with Kreston Woods to explore the powerful connection between breath, performance, and resilience.

We dive into how breathwork can improve recovery, increase endurance, sharpen mental clarity, and help you regulate stress in high-pressure situations. Creston breaks down practical breathing techniques including CO₂ tolerance training, nasal breathing, and the Five Gears of Breathing framework developed by Brian McKenzie.

We also discuss neuromuscular stimulation and how it can accelerate recovery, reinforce movement patterns, and support rehabilitation after injury.

Beyond the physical tools, Creston shares his personal story of adversity and how mindset, discipline, and faith helped shape the person he is today.

If you want to improve performance, build resilience, and better understand the role your breath plays in your health and training, this episode will give you practical tools you can start applying immediately.

Learn more about 1:1 Online Coaching:

https://leanandlethalproject.com/mens-online-fitness-coaching

Connect with me on IG:

https://www.instagram.com/bridgerdeatonpt/

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In this episode I cover actionable tips on designing your environment to enhance discipline and make success inevitable. Drawing on scientific research, we look at how environment influences behavior, self-control as a limited resource, how different areas of our brain affect our ability to make decisions and practical strategies to set yourself up for consistent, automatic wins.

Learn more about 1:1 Online Coaching:

https://leanandlethalproject.com/mens-online-fitness-coaching

Connect with me on IG:

https://www.instagram.com/bridgerdeatonpt/

Download FREE training and nutrition programs:

https://leanandlethalproject.com/resources

In this episode, I sit down with the team at BAR PT to break down the real difference between physical therapy and chiropractic care — and why that distinction matters when it comes to working with professionals to get back to pain free movement.

We talk about the common misconceptions around pain, why avoiding movement is often the wrong answer, and how a performance-based approach to rehab can actually get you back to lifting, running, and competing faster.

Wesley explains their one-on-one treatment model, why extended sessions and ongoing reassessment lead to better outcomes, and how empowering patients to move intelligently is more effective than passive treatment alone.

We also dive into when you should actually seek out a physical therapist, how to differentiate discomfort from injury, and why long-term durability requires ownership, not dependency.

If you’re an active guy who doesn’t want to become the one who “used to train hard,” this conversation will change the way you think about recovery.

Learn more about 1:1 Online Coaching:

https://leanandlethalproject.com/mens-online-fitness-coaching

Connect with me on IG:

https://www.instagram.com/bridgerdeatonpt/

Download FREE training and nutrition programs:

https://leanandlethalproject.com/resources