The Mecka Cast

Sarah, David, and Dylan talk about progress and if it's really a necessary thing to focus on when it comes to your fitness routine. Whether you are aiming for health or performance could really make a difference in how you view this epidsode, so strap in and give a listen!

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Music by Matthew May

@drseanpaustch

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Dylan: Use the Co-Pilot app for finances

David: Read The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

Sarah: Hot Rod Piercing in South Side

The crew gives a few special, individualized shout outs to some clients successes recently. Feel good stories to be heard!

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David, Dylan, and Sarah talk about having different approaches for different clients. Of course everyone in personal training gets an individualized approach, but how we choose what to attack with regards to a clients goals, varies greatly depending on who they are, what they do, and how many resources are available.

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Music by Matthew May

@mindpumpmedia

@pre-script

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Dylan: Costco Pre-packaged Salads

David: Read “12 Angry Men” by Reginald Rose

Sarah: Watch “The Resort” on Peacock

Dylan, Sarah, and David remind you to keep it simple. We really like to complicate things, but the truth is a few good habits can feed 99% of your progression and growth. So find those simple things and focus on them, without getting lost in all the nuance and details.

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Music by Matthew May

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Dylan: Play “Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater” on Nintendo Switch.

David: Read “When Things Fall Apart” by Pema Chodron

Sarah: Watch “Queer Eye” on Netflix

Sarah, David, and Dylan share their New Years Resolutions and encourage you to keep up with yours now that we're 1 month in to 2025!

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Music by Matthew May

David, Dylan, and Sarah chat about the importance of having a journaling practice! The hand out tips on how to get started, some directions to go with it, and why they believe its so helpful.

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Music by Matthew May

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Dylan: Go eat at “The Yard”

David: Follow @tomfoxley on IG

Sarah: Listen to “Armchair Expert” episode with Gabor Maté

Dylan, Sarah, and David give you tips on how to program safely and effectively. Whether you are a trainer or just planning workouts for yourself, there are 3 really strong tips in this episode to follow.

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Music by Matthew May

@precisionnutrition

Sarah, David, and Dylan discuss the ups and downs that come with growth of any kind. They specifically dive into the fitness realm and how we can expect to have great days and terrible days but neither should deter our approach for the next day. They cover how to not be attached to the ups and how to dig yourself out of the downs - but ultimately be appreciative for both.

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Music by Matthew May

@ericbugera

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Dylan: Follow @therossharkness on IG

David: Do a vision board

Sarah: Order from Pittsburgh BBQ Company

Dylan, Sarah, and David set the stage that you only have 25 minutes to get a work out in, but what should you do? They take turns asking each other this or that questions for what they'd rather do in that scenario.

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David, Dylan, and Sarah discuss approaching your life with a focus on quality and quantity. Though these 2 usually get pinned against each other - the crew gives a perspecitve to invite both of these things into your life. They don't have to work against each other - and often times come hand in hand anyways.

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