Welcome to the Finale of my Couch To Champion Journey!

This is it, the final check-in before race day. From the first steps off the couch to the battles with injury, burnout, and self-doubt, this journey has been anything but easy. In this episode, I look back on the highs, the lows, and the lessons that reshaped my view of success. I share how slowing down helped me rediscover joy, rekindle old passions, and reignite my purpose, not just as a runner, but as a creator and a person. From embracing consistency over motivation to transforming my nutrition and training with the Garmin Coach Plan, this is the chapter where confidence meets clarity. And it all leads to a huge announcement about what's next.

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

02:27 - Birth of Couch to Champion

05:40 - My Year: Injuries & Mental Battles

09:19 - More Than a 5K

13:12 - Hitting Pause on Running

15:42 - Identity Lost & Found

18:00 - The Success You Don't See

19:00 - Rekindling Passion: Art & Community

24:20 - Consistency, No Matter What

25:00 - Rise. Pursue. Conquer.

27:10 - Where I Am Today

29:20 - New Diet, New Fuel

33:20 - A Final Word of Hope

36:04 - Final Thoughts & HUGE ANNOUNCMENT!!

39:30 - Outro

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Welcome to Beyond The Gear!

This episode is all about the Hoka Mach 6 Shoes. Join me as I talk about specs and features, why I switched and why they are my new race day shoes. I'll share practical thoughts and honest feedback after 50 miles!

Chapters: 00:00 - Intro

01:11 - Why The Hoka Mach 6 Matters

01:41 - Specs & Features

03:57 - Unboxing & First Impressions

05:35 - Fit & Performance

08:09 - Honest Pain Points

09:07 - Durability Thoughts & Review

10:41 - Competitive Edge In The Running World

12:16 - Final Thoughts & Outro

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Welcome to Part 05 of my Couch To Champion Journey!

This episode is all about he Turning Point. We're halfway through and I haven't given near enough! I took a hard look in the mirror and realized something had to change. From ditching the comfort of "gentle training" to confronting the toughest opponent, myself; this is where the real transformation begins. I'm shifting gears, resetting my mindset, and choosing consistency over motivation. This is how we unlock the Champion's Mindset and rise to our full potential.

It's time to Rise. Pursue. Conquer.

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

01:00 - New Month, New Mission: Why We're Shifting Gears

02:42 - The Mirror Never Lies: Facing Myself Head-On

06:44 - The Trap of "Gentle Training" & The "Grey Zone"

09:24 - The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything

11:10 - The Biggest Enemy in Training? It's You.

11:38 - Unlocking the Champion's Mindset

14:34 - Consistency Over Hype: Reaching Your True Potential

19:56 - Motivation Fades. Discipline Builds Legends.

22:16 - Honor the Grind: Reflecting on the Road That Brought You Here

28:37 - RISE. PURSUE. CONQUER!

31:46 - Final Challenge & Outro

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Welcome To my Conversation with Vic Valdez!!

What does it really take to live a life of discipline, purpose, and spiritual growth?

In this episode of the Apex Mindset Podcast, we sit down with Vic Valdez, a father, husband, and fitness-driven believer who's been through the fire and come out stronger. From growing up Pentecostal to finding balance between faith, family, and fitness, Vic shares raw, powerful truths about what it means to live with intention. We talk about the relentless pursuit of Christ, learning to trust God's plan even in the unknown, and how real strength is built both in the gym and in the quiet obedience of daily life. Whether you're struggling with motivation, seeking spiritual direction, or trying to juggle health with real-life responsibilities, this conversation will fuel your pursuit of becoming the person God designed you to be.

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

01:17 - Meet Vic – His Story & Background

02:24 - Pentecostal Roots – How Faith Shaped Him

05:18 - Finding Balance: Spirit, Mind & Body

10:20 - Vic's Daily Workout Routine

12:18 - When You Feel Like You've Accomplished Nothing

15:48 - Mind-Muscle Connection: Why Form Matters

18:35 - Staying Motivated Through Nutrition & Discipline

20:36 - Cutting Through the Noise: What Really Works in Fitness

22:59 - Back to Our Roots – The Ancestral Approach

26:12 - Smart Grocery Shopping: What to Look For

28:86 - Nutritional Wisdom: Trial, Error & Listening to Your Body

31:22 - Making Time for Health, Even with Family & Distractions

34:28 - Raising Champions: Building Healthy Habits in Kids

39:00 - Being Present Spiritually – Gratitude Through Christ

42:34 - Living Truth & Intentional Growth in Faith

47:41 - Control What You Can – Trust God With the Rest

48:45 - Suffering Well – The Hidden Strength in Trials

50:40 - Obedience, Pain & Trusting God's Bigger Plan

57:19 - God's Grace & True Rest in the Chaos

60:02 - Relentless Pursuit: Building a Real Relationship With God

60:05 - Hearing God's Voice – Trusting Your Gut & Taking the Leap

60:12 - Spiritual Consistency – It's About Relationship, Not Religion

60:17 - Final Thoughts & Outro

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Welcome to Beyond The Gear!

This episode is all about Atomic Habits by James Clear. Join me as I talk about habits and how to manage, change and conquer habits. I'll share practical insights from the book, my thoughts and opinions and tools to help you grow!!

Chapters: 00:00 - Intro

03:54 - Why Consistency Wins

07:43 - Build Systems, Not Just Goals

13:10 - Understanding the Habit Feedback Loop

13:30 - What Triggers Your Habits

16:00 - Why Cravings Drive Everything

17:37 - Taking Action: The Habit Response

19:20 - The Power of Rewards

20:24 - How Feedback Loops Shape You

22:22 - Real-World Tools to Break or Build Habits

22:48 - Identity-Based Habits: Who You Want to Be

26:20 - Habit Stacking 28:06 - Design Your Environment

36:03 - Final Thoughts & Outro

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Welcome to Part 04 of my Couch To Champion Journey!

This episode is all about dealing with burnout. Join me as I talk about My lack of interest in March and the reworking of my new mindset in April. I'll share how going to hard too fast stole my joy, how to rely on your inner circle and a practical method to dealing with and overcoming burnout!

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

00:30 - Burnout & Low Motivation: My Honest Struggle

02:25 - Why Tracking Everything Can Backfire

05:14 - Still Showing Up Without Feeling It – Lessons from Shoe Dog

06:40 - Why Rest Isn't Laziness – It's Strategy

09:56 - The Power of Having a Trusted Circle

12:35 - Rethinking the Grind: What's Changing for Me & the Channel

16:28 - Replacing Hustle with Joy

18:14 - Simplifying My Routine to Reignite Progress

27:07 - Quality Over Quantity: Restructuring My Content

30:50 - My Burnout Recovery Formula

35:28 - Final Thoughts & Outro

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Welcome To Part 02 of my Conversation with Jon Kelso!!

In this episode, I sit down with my Step-Dad to talk about the mindset behind his weight loss journey, nutrition and hydration, and the lifestyle changes he's made to keep the wight off for now more 5+ years. Whether you're on the journey to a healthier lifestyle yourself or just want to learn more about Heath & Fitness, this conversation is full of insight and practical takeaways.

Chapters:

00:00 - Krispy Kreme Donuts

00:50 - The Mindset Shift: Eating for Optimizing Performance

02:10 - Gut-Brain Axis: How Food Impacts Mental Health

05:38 - Fitness in Your 40s: Feeling Younger

08:19 - The Hidden Problems Extra Weight Can Cause

09:00 - Balancing the Gym with Real Life Priorities

13:26 - How Long Jon's Been Consistent (and His Daily Challenge)

15:07 - Avoiding Burnout: What Keeps Jon Going

16:41 - Not a Runner—But Still in Shape (Train for What You Do)

18:07 - Arnold Schwarzenegger & the Power of a Workout Partner

20:45 - Adjusting Training for Racing: The Mental Side of Running

23:33 - Train Your Way: Finding the Workout Style You Love

28:30 - Is It Okay to Take a Break from Working Out?

31:22 - Intuitive Eating: You Don't Have to Count Calories

33:49 - Drinking More Water = Fewer Cravings

36:30 - What Being Unhealthy Really Feels Like

37:15 - How to Spot Real Food vs. Highly Processed Junk

38:30 - Jon's Future Plans for Fitness & Lifestyle Shifts

39:45 - Struggling with Cardio? The Competitive Mindset for Triathlons

41:00 - Living the Apex Mindset

43:53 - How to Rebuild a Healthy Lifestyle (Jon's Advice)

46:22 - Jon's Unhealthy Habits

45:51 - Why Jon Will Never Go Back to 230lbs

49:39 - Final Thoughts & Outro

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Welcome To Part 01 of my Conversation with Jon Kelso!!

In this episode, I sit down with my Step-Dad to talk about his weight loss journey, nutrition, and the lifestyle changes he's made to keep the wight off for now more 5+ years. Whether you're on the journey to a healthier lifestyle yourself or just want to learn more about Heath & Fitness, this conversation is full of insight and practical takeaways.

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

00:37 - Recap: My Stepdad's Weight Loss Journey

02:30 - Why He Gained Weight in Winter (and How to Handle It)

05:25 - How to Intentionally Lose Weight

06:37 - My Personal 5K Journey: From Couch to Champion

08:02 - The Power of Specific Goals in Achieving Success

10:18 - What He Gained—and Why He'll Never Go Back

12:28 - Injury & Form: The Hidden Key to Sustainable Progress

16:14 - Getting Serious: What Changed in His Mindset

17:16 - New Merch: The Story Behind 'Chase Every Mile'

21:50 - Why Small Victories Matter More Than You Think

23:07 - How to Motivate Yourself to Start Again

25:18 - Resetting with New Routines & Workouts

31:40 - The Unhealthy Mindset: How It Holds You Back

34:24 - Why Nutrition Is 90% of the Battle (Mind & Body)

38:13 - Frog Fuel Protein Shots: Do They Work?

39:20 - Shamrock Farms Protein Drinks Review (Found at H-E-B)

41:55 - Portion Control: The Game-Changer You're Ignoring

42:46 - The Real Key to Losing Weight and Keeping It Off

46:02 - Unhealthy Food Doesn't Even Taste Good Anymore

46:40 - Outro

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Welcome to Beyond The Gear!

This episode is all about The Garmin Instinct 3 Watch. Join me as I talk about the major features and why I use this particular watch to prepare me for my 5k journey. I'll share how it benefits me in the field, why it's different and what it can do for you!!

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

00:53 - Design & Durability

05:40 - Built In Flashlight

06:43 - Battery Life Review

08:30 - Fitness Tracking Features

10:07 - How I Use The Garmin For My Running

13:45 - Built In Coaching Features

16:07 - Race Predictor Features

17:01 - Connecting The Garmin Watch With Other Hardware

17:50 - GPS Capabilities

18:57 - Standard Smartwatch Features

20:08 - Final Thoughts

22:39 - Outro

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Welcome to the Couch To Champion Journey!

This episode is all about Learning from mistakes. Join me as I talk about My constant interruptions in March and some new changes I will be making going into the month of April. I'll share how procrastination has been my biggest enemy, my bad gut heath and the science behind the Gut-Brain Axis, my bad knee injury and how it crippled 70% of my March training and a HUGE ANNOUNCMENT!!