”People who live undisciplined lives don't even know what enjoyment actually is."

In this episode of Delay the Decay, we welcome Anthony Diehl, founder of Modus, executive, and strength coach. Starting as an overweight teen, Anthony transformed into America's strongest man and now helps leaders build lasting strength using a blend of lab-tested metrics, simple nutrition, and no-nonsense training. With a multifaceted life as a husband, father, and athlete, Anthony shares his disciplined lifestyle and the importance of regimented scheduling for balancing personal and professional responsibilities.

Throughout the episode, Anthony discusses the importance of habit stacking, balanced training, and understanding blood panels for optimal health. He sheds light on his pivot from strongman competitions to bodybuilding for a more sustainable approach to fitness and highlights the importance of understanding one's purpose and motivation behind health goals.

00:00 Introduction to Anthony Diehl

03:50 The Importance of Reading and Favorite Books

07:36 Journey into Strongman Competitions

15:35 Training Techniques and Philosophies

25:59 Balancing Multiple Disciplines and Pursuing New Challenges

30:48 Discussing Jiujitsu and Self-Defense

34:26 Purpose and Team Building

38:54 Lifespan vs. Healthspan

46:02 Pastors' Health and Lead Strong Program

50:02 Importance of Blood Panels

56:12 Habit Stacking for Lasting Change

59:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Thank you Anthony Diehl for being a guest on Delay the Decay!

Find Anthony on social media:

- Anthony on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-diehl-285a0945

- Anthony on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatheadprofessor/

- Anthony on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.diehl.923

- Move With Modus Website: https://movewithmodus.com/

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