In this episode, I share a personal story about hitting a coaching milestone I had thought about for years—and the surprising lesson that came with it. It reminded me that fulfillment doesn’t come from finally reaching some big goal… it comes from the person you become while working toward it.

I relate that lesson to fitness, fat loss, and life in general. So many people think they’ll be happy when they hit the goal weight, look a certain way, or finally “arrive.” But real confidence and fulfillment are built in the small daily wins, the habits you keep, and learning to appreciate the process along the way.

If you’ve been chasing the next milestone thinking it will change everything, this episode is for you.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Journey

02:31 Milestones and Their Impact

05:22 The Importance of the Process

08:03 Finding Fulfillment in Daily Actions

10:42 Cherishing Small Moments

13:51 Conclusion and Reflection

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In this episode I talk about how "treating yourself like a toddler" by changing your environment can make the desired behavior you're struggling with easier, more convenient, and more attractive for you to actually do.

This can easily 10x your results when it comes to fitness, fat loss, etc by unlocking a level of consistency you didn't think you could reach.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Setup Checks

00:10 Joey's Recent Vacation and Personal Update

01:04 The Core Idea: Making Hard Choices Easier

02:24 The Role of Environment in Habit Formation

03:50 Using Visual Cues to Influence Behavior

06:23 Managing Temptations with Environment Changes

08:43 Applying Toddler Logic to Adult Habits

10:06 Practical Tips for Food Environment Control

13:09 Setting Up Your Environment for Success

16:09 Conclusion: Save Your Discipline Tank and Make Habits Natural

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This episode explores how individual food choices impact fat loss even when calorie intake is matched.

It covers the science of calories, digestion, absorption, and how food sources and preparation techniques can influence body composition results.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Caloric Impact on Fat Loss

02:42 Understanding Calories and Energy Absorption

05:29 The Role of Food Composition in Caloric Absorption

08:16 Factors Affecting Caloric Absorption

10:52 Comparing Diets: Western vs. Metabolic Advantage

16:10 Practical Takeaways for Dietary Choices

21:47 Final Thoughts on Food Quality and Fat Loss

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In this Q&A episode I talk about if there is a maximum amount of protein you should have per meal, how your total daily energy expenditure changes as you lose weight and how that impacts future weight loss, and how many steps do you actually need to maintain and lose weight?

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This episode is a Q&A style video where I touch on a variety of topics / questions submitted from you all.

Are creatine gummies just as effective as creatine powder?

How should you figure out how many calories your body needs?

And more.

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In this episode, I talk about why investing in your health might be one of the most important decisions you ever make.

I share some personal stories about my parents’ health struggles and how those experiences shaped the way I think about taking care of myself today.

I also challenge the idea that taking time for yourself—whether that’s exercising, preparing healthier meals, or working on your mindset—is selfish. In reality, it’s one of the best things you can do for the people you love.

Because the healthier you are, the more present, energetic, and engaged you can be for your kids, your family, and your future.

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In this episode, I’m sitting down with Assistant Coach Katie Craig and her client, Ali Picou, for a really real conversation about what change actually looks like when you’re a busy mom trying to juggle everything.

Ali opens up about feeling stuck for years — overwhelmed by diet advice, frustrated with her body, and just not feeling confident in her own skin. After six months of coaching, she shares the mindset shifts that mattered just as much as the physical changes, including losing close to 20 pounds and finally feeling in control around food and exercise again.

We talk a lot about accountability, support, and why having someone in your corner makes such a difference — especially when motivation is low and life is chaotic. Allie also shares how prioritizing her health has helped her feel more present, more confident, and more energized for her kids.

This episode isn’t about perfection or extremes — it’s about building habits that actually fit real life, tuning out the noise online, and realizing that taking care of yourself isn’t selfish… it’s necessary.

If you’re a mom who’s been putting yourself last or feeling stuck in the “I’ll start later” cycle, this one’s for you.

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Let’s be real—motivation doesn’t stick around very long.

In this episode, I’m talking about why consistency matters way more than feeling fired up, especially at the beginning of the year when life gets busy and the excitement wears off fast.

I share some honest thoughts (and personal examples) about showing up on the days you’re tired, unmotivated, or just not feeling it—and why those days actually matter the most.

You don’t need to be perfect. You don’t need to feel motivated. You just need to keep showing up and build a baseline you can rely on when things get hard.

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In this episode, I’m breaking down the newly released Dietary Guidelines for Americans and giving my honest take on them.

We’ll talk about what these guidelines are actually meant for, why they exist, and where they make sense… and where they don’t.

I go over things like MyPlate, the emphasis on protein, some confusing or contradictory recommendations, and the changes around grains and vegetables.

More importantly, we talk about why blanket guidelines don’t always work great for individuals—and how to use this info without overthinking or feeling like you have to follow it perfectly.

This isn’t about bashing the guidelines or blindly following them. It’s about understanding them, using common sense, and building a balanced approach to nutrition that actually fits real life.

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Over the last five years, I’ve invested over $50,000 into coaching and mentorship—and it completely changed my life and business.

In this episode, I’m sharing why taking that leap was so uncomfortable at first, how mentorship fast-tracked my growth, and why fear is often the exact sign you’re moving in the right direction.

If you’ve ever wondered whether hiring a coach is “worth it,” this conversation might challenge how you think about investing in yourself.

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