The More Than Fitness Podcast With Matt McLeod

Austin is back once again for another thought-provoking chat. Austin is an online fitness coach with Physique Development, an educator, and a great friend. He's a repeat guest on this show for a reason, and it's not just because of his great beard. We were going to have a chat without the mics, but I couldn't think of someone better for my 99th guest, so I was stoked he agreed to come on.

In this conversation, we cover:

-Why doing a podcast has held us both accountable to practice what we preach

-Dr. Jordan Peterson's newest book

-Taking steps to become the person you *could* be

-The importance of writing down your goals and values instead of just thinking them

-Checking in with yourself about how hard you're actually working

-Using low expectations as a crutch to not excel

-The balance of learning vs doing

-Using your negative emotions as signals for what's missing

-Having a duty to give back to others

-Reflecting on the past year's strengths and weaknesses

-Meditation and journaling practices

-Austin's new book on The Science Of Strength Training

-The origin story of his new book

-Goals for 2021

-And much more

Enjoy!

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/S8EqkOo-TXE

Connect With Austin:

Instagram: @austincurrent_

Website: https://physiquedevelopment.com

Connect With Matt:

[Free] 30-Day Ultimate Physique Development Manual: https://bit.ly/UltimatePhysiqueDevelopment

Hire Matt For Coaching: https://mattmcleod.org/online-coaching

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

**PS: If you could rate and review the podcast, it would mean the world to me and it would help get the word out to others just like us so we can continue building this amazing, one-of-a-kind community.**

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Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2021 Matt McLeod

Not gonna lie, I was fired up in this one. As a Registered Dietitian and someone who's worked with many people on this type of stuff, I have a passion for dispelling fact from fallacy. And with the rise of social media influencers preaching the importance of body positivity, there's plenty of fallacies out there. In this Minisode, I wanted to share my own experience with gaining more confidence, the missing piece of the body positivity movement, why this isn't about equating size or appearance with health, the importance of identifying your shortcomings, and how to build true self-love and confidence. I'd love to get this message out there, so consider sharing this with a friend who may enjoy this. Hope it helps!

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hKAThXAikow

Connect with Matt:

[Free] 30-Day Ultimate Physique Development Manual: https://bit.ly/UltimatePhysiqueDevelopment

Hire Matt For Coaching: https://mattmcleod.org/online-coaching

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

**PS: If you could rate and review the podcast, it would mean the world to me and it would help get the word out to others just like us so we can continue building this amazing, one-of-a-kind community.**

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2021 Matt McLeod

In Minisode #101, I gave you guys a crazy simple plan for fat loss. But in this one, I want to give my best advice for you all who want to pack on lean muscle size as you head into the new year. I know you want to gain muscle and lose fat at the same time, which might happen with this, but it's important to bias one or the other for the best results.

In this Minisode, I cover my top 3 priorities for muscle gain when working with clients, along with an explanation of the point system I use to match your daily habits to your end goal. This one is packed with practical advice, so you won't want to miss it. Enjoy!

Mentioned in the Minisode:

[BLOG] Sleep: The Most Boring and Effective Fitness Tip Ever: https://mattmcleod.org/sleep

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dOR7kEXE8sw

Connect with Matt:

[Free] 30-Day Ultimate Physique Development Manual: https://bit.ly/UltimatePhysiqueDevelopment

Hire Matt For Coaching: https://mattmcleod.org/online-coaching

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

**PS: If you could rate and review the podcast, it would mean the world to me and it would help get the word out to others just like us so we can continue building this amazing, one-of-a-kind community.**

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2021 Matt McLeod

Mike is the Founder of Stronger U, a personalized nutrition coaching company that's trying to change the way the world eats. I first heard of Stronger U from friends who worked for the company and spoke highly of Mike. So, I checked him out and I could tell we would get along by the types of content he was putting out. After this chat, I can definitely confirm — it went great and Mike sprinkled in plenty of wisdom along the way.

In this conversation, we cover:

-How he and his company responded to the hardship of COVID-19

-What he thinks about "hustling" vs "surviving" during 2020

-How he overcomes comparing himself to others and how that's evolved over time

-Why his company continues to succeed by focusing on people over profit

-His wild backstory of getting trapped into multiple banking and HR jobs before founding Stronger U

-How wanting something so bad and trying to "force" things can be counterproductive

-How he makes decisions for his 70-person company

-His process behind thinking vs doing

-Advice on turning your brain off when your workday is over

-His best tools for learning and who he likes to learn from

-Borrowing ideas from people smarter than you in different fields

-Not worrying about other people's opinions

-Filtering out good advice vs bad advice

-Mike's "Big Rocks" for fitness

-Fat loss behavior change advice

-Goal setting in 2021

-And much more!

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2D55fwOBNYw

Connect With Mike:

Instagram: @mikedoehla

Website: https://strongeru.com

Connect With Matt:

[Free] 30-Day Ultimate Physique Development Manual: https://bit.ly/UltimatePhysiqueDevelopment

Hire Matt For Coaching: https://mattmcleod.org/online-coaching

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

**PS: If you could rate and review the podcast, it would mean the world to me and it would help get the word out to others just like us so we can continue building this amazing, one-of-a-kind community.**

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2021 Matt McLeod

If you've got a weight loss goal for 2021, this is the Minisode that'll give you some structure and accountability along the way. I got the idea for this Minisode because my mom wanted me to help her out with diet, so I wanted to think of the simplest and most effective advice to give her. This Minisode is what I came up with as her solution. It's easy to follow, habit-based, and allows you to measure progress over time. Hope it helps!

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Bykij1K21oo

Connect with Matt:

[Free] 30-Day Ultimate Physique Development Manual: https://bit.ly/UltimatePhysiqueDevelopment

Hire Matt For Coaching: https://mattmcleod.org/online-coaching

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

**PS: If you could rate and review the podcast, it would mean the world to me and it would help get the word out to others just like us so we can continue building this amazing, one-of-a-kind community.**

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2021 Matt McLeod

We did it! 100 Minisodes completed in 2020. This was recorded on Dec 30th and I wanted to finish the year strong by doing a quick recap of the last 100 Minisodes, along with my plans for 2021.

Surprisingly, I open up a bit in this one. I get vulnerable and explain how I've been feeling anxious and dealing with some negative emotions recently. But then I follow that up with my plan for dealing with these emotions as I head into the new year, and I think you'll be able to relate in more ways than one. 2021 is here, and it's time to get to work. Cheers to a new year and cheers to 100 more Minisodes! Appreciate you all for listening.

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2tcTT1Cu6ts

Connect with Matt:

[Free] 30-Day Ultimate Physique Development Manual: https://bit.ly/UltimatePhysiqueDevelopment

Hire Matt For Coaching: https://mattmcleod.org/online-coaching

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

**PS: If you could rate and review the podcast, it would mean the world to me and it would help get the word out to others just like us so we can continue building this amazing, one-of-a-kind community.**

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2020 Matt McLeod

A retrospective is when you look back on the past year to identify what worked...and what didn’t work. A retrospective helps you celebrate your wins and identify your weaknesses. It helps you learn from the past and correct for the future.

In this solo episode, I answer three questions:

QUESTION 1: What’s working? ("What did I do right? What am I proud of?")

QUESTION 2: What’s not working? ("What could be improved? What are my biggest opportunities for growth?")

QUESTION 3: How can I fix what’s not working for a better result? ("What specific things can I focus on next time?")

Hopefully this episode inspires you to take the time to think, reflect, and write your own retrospective. It should take you roughly an hour, but you owe it to yourself to take this seriously. Hope you enjoy!

[BLOG] My 2019 Retrospective: https://mattmcleod.org/retrospective2019

[PODCAST] My 2019 Retrospective: https://bit.ly/36h8Noc

Connect With Matt:

[Free] 30-Day Ultimate Physique Development Manual: https://bit.ly/UltimatePhysiqueDevelopment

Hire Matt For Coaching: https://mattmcleod.org/online-coaching

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

**PS: If you could rate and review the podcast, it would mean the world to me and it would help get the word out to others just like us so we can continue building this amazing, one-of-a-kind community.**

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2020 Matt McLeod

I thought of this Minisode topic after realizing there were several things I do regularly to help get me closer to my fitness goals, but I don't emphasize them often. I also don't hear other coaches mention them often, so I wanted to highlight four of them in this Minisode. I think that if you add in these fitness tips with your regular regimen, there's no doubt it will level things up just a touch more. Hope you enjoy!

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TPfY6NZtHNU

Connect with Matt:

[Free] 30-Day Ultimate Physique Development Manual: https://bit.ly/UltimatePhysiqueDevelopment

Hire Matt For Coaching: https://mattmcleod.org/online-coaching

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

**PS: If you could rate and review the podcast, it would mean the world to me and it would help get the word out to others just like us so we can continue building this amazing, one-of-a-kind community.**

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2020 Matt McLeod

Steve is back for his second appearance on the show and just like last time, we had a great chat. Steve is a bodybuilding competitor, an online fitness coach, and a content provider through his company Revive Stronger. In this conversation, we cover:

-How smart it is to sign up with a fitness coach to learn their methods

-How Steve is approaching his upcoming bodybuilding show

-What his motives are for competing in such extreme physique competitions

-Why he finds so much comfort in "the process" and daily structure

-The advantages of monotony in his routine

-His recent Instagram post about preferences vs results

-The importance of aligning your actions with your goals

-The "big rocks" of reaching your fitness goals

-Steve's take on my "Fitness Essentialism" concept

-What Steve is excited about in the near future

-and much more!

Make sure to give Steve a follow and check him out as he is my personal go-to for learning the cutting edge of gaining muscle and losing fat. Not to mention, he's a pretty stand up lad as well. Hope you enjoy!

Connect With Steve:

Instagram: @revivestronger

Website: https://revivestronger.com

Coaching and more: https://linktr.ee/revivestronger

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JjT8f44lIik

Connect With Matt:

[Free] 30-Day Ultimate Physique Development Manual: https://bit.ly/UltimatePhysiqueDevelopment

Hire Matt For Coaching: https://mattmcleod.org/online-coaching

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

**PS: If you could rate and review the podcast, it would mean the world to me and it would help get the word out to others just like us so we can continue building this amazing, one-of-a-kind community.**

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2020 Matt McLeod

Everyone reading this right now knows they should consume protein regularly for building muscle. But what about the other benefits of protein? Are high protein diets safe? Which is better — plant protein or animal protein? And finally, 5 easy ways to make sure you're consuming enough protein on a daily basis. I cover it all in this Minisode. Hope you enjoy!

Resource mentioned: https://mattmcleod.org/protein

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/F-Yp6AvhC2I

Connect with Matt:

[Free] 30-Day Ultimate Physique Development Manual: https://bit.ly/UltimatePhysiqueDevelopment

Hire Matt For Coaching: https://mattmcleod.org/online-coaching

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

**PS: If you could rate and review the podcast, it would mean the world to me and it would help get the word out to others just like us so we can continue building this amazing, one-of-a-kind community.**

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2020 Matt McLeod