Philip Pape is the voice behind Wits & Weights, a Top 25 nutrition podcast that’s transforming lives. He's also a trusted nutrition and lifestyle coach for high-performing professionals. But success wasn’t handed to him—it was earned through dedication and experience.

Philip is a husband, a father, and a tech enthusiast who has faced his own challenges with health and fitness. For years, he was the guy always “trying” to get in shape, cycling through fad diets like Atkins, Paleo, Keto, and intermittent fasting. He was the king of starting but never finishing, and his physique reflected that struggle—the classic "dad bod."

When 2020 hit, Philip took it as a wake-up call. He built a home gym and immersed himself in evidence-based nutrition and training, leaving behind the guesswork and “bro science.” The results came quickly, and people noticed. His confidence grew, and in 2021, Wits & Weights was born.

But Philip’s journey to helping others started long before his podcast. Public speaking once terrified him, so in 2011, he joined Toastmasters and tackled that fear head-on, knowing he had a message to share. This resilience is a hallmark of his approach—every challenge is an opportunity for growth.

Today, Wits & Weights is one of the top nutrition podcasts, and Philip has helped hundreds of people reclaim their health and physique. He’s not just a coach; he’s an inspiration. Through speeches, masterclasses, and 1:1 coaching, he’s guided thousands toward success in both physical and mental health.

Philip is in the business of breakthroughs, helping others smash through plateaus, fuel their performance, and achieve the physique they’ve always wanted. His method focuses on evidence-based nutrition, muscle-building, and body composition, with an emphasis on mental shifts that lead to lasting results. For those ready to dive deep and make lasting changes, Philip offers an unforgettable and transformative experience.

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