The More Than Fitness Podcast With Matt McLeod

Andres is a fellow Registered Dietitian and Founder of Vive Nutrition who coaches Hispanics to lose fat and build muscle through flexible dieting. Being from Venezuela, Andres had a unique upbringing that led him to multiple different career paths and a limited mindset when it came to earning and spending money. Since Andres is doing so well for himself now coaching people from all around the world, I wanted to really unravel some of the "ah-ha" moments he had when learning how to view money and getting over the fear of investing in yourself. It was a very down-to-earth conversation and we touched on a lot of points I've never addressed before, so I hope you enjoy.

Connect With Andres:

Instagram: @andresayesta

Podcast: Vive Nutrition Radio

Connect With Matt:

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

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

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org/

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© 2020 Matt McLeod

This was probably the most fun episode I've recorded to date and the first with a live, in-person guest. Austin was coming through my city and so we decided to hang out in-person for a few hours, drink some Kentucky Mules together, and answer some of your questions on this third installment of the DrunkCast. I promise you won't be disappointed with this one. Enjoy! 

QUESTION TIMESTAMPS: 

(2:55) Q1: Pt.1) When you first started, is this what you imagined you’d be doing/where you’d be at? If not, how has your career and vision changed/evolved? Pt.2) What’s the 5-year vision for both of you? What do you WANT to be doing? 

(13:18) Q2: Who would win in a fight? Matt or Austin? 

(22:11) Q3: If you could only do one exercise only or lift for the rest of your life; which one is it? 

(29:12) Q4: How did you earn the respect or attention of someone you secretly looked up to (in a non-romantic way) but that someone (e.g. manager, for example) only saw you as a nobody (or just another headcount)? If you earned that person’s respect, how did you know that that person truly valued you? 

(45:01) Q5: What advice would you give your younger self and what advice do you give but don’t follow yourself? 

(56:22) Q6: Does cardio after weight training affect/impede muscle growth? 

(1:11:01) Q7: My deadlift to squat to bench to press 1RM's seem to be out of balance. What may cause this imbalance? And if you agree this is the case, in what ways (if any) should I alter my programming to address it? 

Connect With Austin: 

Podcast: Life Beyond Fitness Podcast hosted by Austin Current 

Instagram: @austincurrent_ 

Coaching Instagram: @physiquedevelopment_ 

Connect With Matt: 

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

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

Instagram: @mattmcleod6 

Website: https://mattmcleod.org/ 

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Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com/ 

Email: [email protected] 

Social: @_margittai 

© 2020 Matt McLeod 

This was one of my first solo episodes in a while that wasn't a Q & A. I was also completely sober, so super rare occurrence here in this episode. Even crazier are the topics I decided to discuss, as they're all very sensitive subjects. But I tried to do my best to navigate them appropriately, speak my mind, but still stay in my lane, because these are also complicated subjects that my limited knowledge can't break down in a 40 minute podcast. That being said - I tried to bring the heat, and tried to say some things most people are too scared to say, but need to be said. It's a quick listen, and I think you'll get something out of it. Enjoy!

Connect With Matt:

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

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

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org/

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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've known Sue for a long time as we actually went to school together at the University of Kentucky. Thing is, Sue graduated with a Journalism degree and didn't know what she wanted to do with her life until college was starting to wrap up. But she took a chance on herself and finally got away from her previous life of college partying several nights a week. Her pain to change became higher than her pain to remain the same, and she never looked back. She now works as a coach full-time, recently bought a beautiful home with a previous podcast guest, Alex Bush, and is living her best life. Sue has an INCREDIBLE story and she made this one of my favorite chats yet. I promise you won't regret giving it a listen!

Connect With Sue:

Instagram: @suegainz

Website, Coaching, & More: https://linktr.ee/suegainz

Connect With Matt:

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

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

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org/

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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 met Robbie last year at a business event in NYC through mutual friend, John Romaniello. We bonded over whiskey, Call of Duty 4, and our Hawaiian shirts. Fast forward to now and we had amazing conversation catching up about how he got to where he is today. Starting out with passions to be an actor, he soon realized his actions didn't match his ambitions and shortly after fell in love with weights. Today, he shares his knowledge to other nerdly, but beautiful, men like himself to make their 30s better than their 20s. It was a great convo and we actually dove super deep into his relationship with his father, revealing common obstacles that some of you may be facing today. Check him out, and enjoy the show!

Connect With Robbie:

Website: https://sidequestfitness.com/

Instagram: @sidequestfitness

Connect With Matt:

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

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

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org/

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com/

Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2020 Matt McLeod

Jared Hamilton is a long-time friend of mine and we had a very down-to-earth conversation together. As usual, the conversation went along several different avenues, but one I was very interested in was his background with MMA and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. I love learning new skills and MMA is one that has really piqued my interest lately, so naturally I had a million and one questions about how to get started, what to expect, etc. Then, we transitioned into talking about his dogs -- he has 2 pitbulls and a german shepherd, so I wanted to hear his thoughts on those who bad mouth his dog breeds of choice--and eventually landed in a back-and-forth about what we wanted to do with our futures. It was a smorgasbord of different things, but an enjoyable one nonetheless. Happy listening, and check him out below.

Connect With Jared:

Instagram: @realjaredhamilton

Coaching/Speaking Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaredtaylerhamilton

Podcast: The Hamilton Trained Podcast

Connect With Matt:

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

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

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org/

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Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2020 Matt McLeod

Aaaaand we're BACK with the second installment of the DrunkCast Q & A. This is the monthly(ish) podcast where I get to sip on some smooth Kentucky bourbon and answer your questions about diet, exercise, and everything in-between. 

QUESTION TIMESTAMPS:

(4:02) You wake up one day 100 years in the future. The world is fucked. Like, way worse than Mad Max or Fallout 3. And there’s only one government left trying to save and revive humanity. But this government has discovered time travel. And they have a plan to save humanity: they will send one human back in time to bring back 12 of the biggest names from history to fight to the death to become the next leader of humanity. That human they choose is you. What 12 people from history do you pick (good, evil, male, female, historically known or not so well known — doesn’t matter)?

(18:23) I hate love handles but I hate cutting more. The one time I saw some improvement was when I cut carbs drastically. Progress reversed pretty quickly though (pasta is life). Advice?

(21:13) If you could be any animal, what would you be?

(26:22) What is your biggest workout killer? Mine is when I get to the gym and have to take a dookie. Workout = dunzo

(28:32) I’m a 41-year-old mother of 2 (ages 6 and 9), 5’ 2.5” tall, weigh 108 lbs. I workout (boot camp classes at my local gym) 4x a week, eat 80/20, and am still skinny-fat (flabby triceps and thighs). I’m sure it’s tough to help with such limited info, but any ideas how to get that (admittedly little) yet very apparent and annoying fat burned off?? Thank you!

(34:24) How many 8-year-olds could you beat in a fight - explain your strategy

(37:31) Why is 85g the standard serving size for vegetables and fruits? 

(38:51) If there was such thing as McLeod’s law. What would it entail? 

(41:11) Are probiotics necessary? 

(46:28) How to shred fat without counting calories?

(51:22) Boxers or briefs?

(53:09) Food combining, fact or myth?

(56:49) What’s your favorite family trip? 

Connect With Matt:

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

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

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org/

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

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Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2020 Matt McLeod

Alex began in the fitness industry making informative & humorous YouTube content in 2014. He graduated from USI in 2017, with a degree in Exercise Science. Alex absolutely loves interacting with his clients and the ability to step into a teaching position to get each person in the best shape of their lives; whether that be for everyday life, a wedding, or competition prep. With his background in exercise science and the continuing education he has invested in – he can create the best environment for you to reach your goals. He takes a very hands on approach with each client, putting a plan into place that makes you work smarter and harder. Alex now resides in Kentucky with his wife, Sue, and Pup, Gus.

Connect With Alex:

Website: https://www.physiquedevelopment.com/

Instagram: @alexbush__

Physique Development Instagram: @physiquedevelopment_

Connect With Matt:

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

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

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org/

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

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Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2020 Matt McLeod

Cody was introduced by a mutual friend and this was our first formal interaction together. It felt like one of those rare conversations where you think to yourself, "why have I never heard of this guy before?!" We hit it off like we'd been friends for years. Cody is a fitness coach who focuses on nutrition, performance, and lifestyle. He also coaches other coaches, has an Elite membership site, runs a blog, and produces a successful podcast. Oh, and he's getting married the week this comes out. This guy does it all and this convo reminded me why I wanted to have this podcast in the first place: to connect with good people and share the lessons learned with all of you. Enjoy!

Connect with Cody:

All of Cody's Links: https://boomboomperformance.com/links/

Instagram: @cody.boomboom

The Boom Boom Performance Podcast: https://apple.co/33hZu6u

Connect With Matt:

FREE 30-Day Ultimate Physique Development Manual: http://bit.ly/UltimatePhysiqueDevelopment

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

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org/

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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 know you'll like Sam because this is what he has in his Instagram bio: "Goal: know all the things without being a dick about it." I feel like that's reasonable, right? Well, whether you agree or not, Sam's knowledge is impressive. He's a big hormones nerd, learning nerd, and coaching nerd. Which, it shows, because he does an amazing job at translating these complex topics and breaking them down into applicable info for his audience. He coaches other coaches, but also has online fitness clients as well. We had a super casual conversation that was probably my most practical episode yet, with tons of takeaways by the time you finish up. Check him out, and I hope you enjoy.

Connect with Sam:

Website: https://www.oraclefitness.com

Instagram: @sammillerscience

Oracle Coaching: http://oracle.pages.ontraport.net/AppliedScienceMethods

Connect With Matt:

FREE 30-Day Ultimate Physique Development Manual: http://bit.ly/UltimatePhysiqueDevelopment

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

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

Website: https://mattmcleod.org/

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com/

Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2020 Matt McLeod