Paint The Edges

By Pre-ScriptHealth & Fitness

Paint The Edges episodes

October 25 E108: Data Without Context
More data doesn't always mean better decisions. Mac and Thayer dive into the world of time, performance tracking, training, and nutrition to explore what the numbers can tell us, what they can't, and why context may be the most important variable of all.

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56 min
October 18 E107: Busy Isn't Productive
In this episode, Thayer and Mac question whether being busy is actually the same as being productive. They explore the role of time, organization, and systems in creating space for what matters, sharing practical strategies for prioritizing, maintaining focus, and building something that can grow without constantly demanding more of your attention.

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57 min
October 11 E106: When Attention Becomes the Goal
When does the pursuit of attention start to overshadow the reason you built the business in the first place? Mac and Thayer explore this conflict through the return of long-form content, strategic brand and product development, and how frameworks like SGM can turn an audience into something more meaningful than a metric.

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54 min
October 04 E105: More Than a Five-Star Review
In this episode, Mac and Thayer question what it really means to build a sustainable fitness business in a world where perception can matter as much as performance. They explore reviews, online presence, reputation, and the tension between building something that looks successful and building something that actually lasts.

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50 min
September 27 E104: Sets and Reps Don't Think
In this episode, Mac and Thayer challenge the idea that good programming comes from simply following a formula. They explore the variables that shape program design, how training must adapt to the individual and the context, and why critical thinking and understanding underlying principles are what separate a program that looks good on paper from one that actually works.

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49 min
September 20 E103: Stop Chasing Relevance
Mac and Thayer question what it really takes to build a lasting career in fitness. They explore the intersection of professionalism, personal values, branding, and self-awareness. This episode examines why chasing relevance can come at the expense of building something that is truly your own.

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48 min
September 13 E102: Culture Is the Program With Josh Horn
In this episode, Josh Horn joins Mac and Thayer to discuss training, leadership, and what it takes to build a strong coaching culture. They explore trainer development, communication, empathy, performance, and the value of delayed gratification when building better coaches, stronger teams, and long-term results.

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1 hr 5 min
September 06 E101: Your Last Session Matters
In this episode, Mac and Thayer dive into the nuances of training programming, exploring session-to-session communication, recovery, fatigue accumulation, and effective volume management. Drawing from their athletic backgrounds and coaching experience, they discuss practical strategies for optimizing hypertrophy, performance, and long-term progress.

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45 min
August 30 E100: 100 Episodes of Painting the Edges
Celebrating 100 episodes of Paint The Edges, Mac and Thayer reflect on the journey so far, the lessons learned, and the conversations that have shaped the podcast. They discuss the evolution of the fitness industry, the value of community, and why in-person coaching and meaningful human connection still matter in an increasingly digital world.

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47 min
August 23 E99: Pre-Script® Programming Principles Course Returns
In the 99th episode of Paint The Edges, Mac and Thayer dive into the return of the new Pre-Script® Programming Course, exploring adaptable, intention-based programming, long-term roadmapping, and applying principles to real-world coaching. They discuss how better programming creates better coaching, more sustainable results, and a clearer path from where clients are today to where they want to go.

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44 min

About Paint The Edges

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Paint The Edges is a podcast that challenges conventional thinking in fitness and performance. Hosted by industry veterans James Macintosh and James Thayer, each episode explores conversations beyond the mainstream, diving deep into the edges of performance, nutrition, business, and education. The show offers practical insights for coaches, athletes, and anyone passionate about human potential, inspiring listeners to think outside the box and push the limits of what's possible