The More Than Fitness Podcast With Matt McLeod

I wanted to create this list to give some insight into WHY I choose some exercises over others. It's inevitable that you're going to have to adapt your workouts at some point based on what you enjoy, the equipment available to you, what's most efficient for your time, and more. This Minisode breaks down why I like these five lifts specifically, and you might be surprised that none of them include the traditional barbell squat, bench, or deadlift. Hope it helps!

Marcus asks: "What are your top 5 favorite exercises?"

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This was one of my favorite podcasts I've done in a long time. It's probably not a surprise that it's with someone who hosts one of the biggest podcasts in the world, but that doesn't take away the richness of this convo. I look up to Adam in many ways, so it was fun to ask some selfish questions that actually turned into really valuable—and sometimes emotional—lessons for myself and the listeners.

For the 3 people who don't know, Adam is one of the three hosts of Mind Pump, which is a raw, entertaining, and no BS podcast on reaching your health and fitness goals. It gets lots of downloads. It's hilarious. And you should definitely check it out (after you listen to this).

In this episode, we cover:

-How Adam introduces himself to strangers

-If he's still having fun after doing 1,600+ podcast episodes

-How they decide which topics to discuss on Mind Pump

-Why they poured money back into the business instead of "buying lambos"

-Why they discuss things outside of fitness

-How Sal and Adam balance each other out

-How they work as a cohesive team at Mind Pump

-How he's been enjoying fatherhood (around the 30 min mark)

-His planning that went into becoming a father

-When he felt he was "ready" to be a dad

-The hardest time in his relationship with his wife

-The perks of being an older dad vs younger dad

-I get emotional discussing kids

-Future plans

-And much more!

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/X7jP3-sDSBs

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Connect With Adam:

Instagram: @mindpumpadam

Website, Podcast, & More: https://mindpumpmedia.com

Connect With Matt:

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

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

Twitter: @mattmcleod6

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

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

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© 2021 Matt McLeod

This is a boring topic, but a value-packed Minisode for the people who care about squeezing every last bit of progress. In this Minisode, I cover which macronutrients are most important and why, I give four reasons why carbs are so crucial for fat loss and muscle gain, and I give my final verdict on which I think is actually better for fat loss based off my experience, my coaching clients experience, and the latest scientific evidence. Hope it helps!

Jake asks: "Assuming you got the protein you needed for the day, what is the difference between getting the rest of the calories from carbs or fat?"

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Since you’re listening to this, it means you’re probably an ambitious person. But that ambition can come at a cost. We constantly want more, and find it hard to accept where we are or how far we’ve come. In this episode, I cover how to deal with this paradox, both from a philosophical and practical perspective. In case you really enjoy this episode, I also reference a few of my favorite books on the subject: 1) Dancing With Life by Phillip Moffitt and 2) Already Free by Bruce Tift. Hope you enjoy!

**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.**

Connect With Matt:

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

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

Twitter: @mattmcleod6

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

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

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

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Email: [email protected]

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© 2021 Matt McLeod

Body image, self-esteem, and "body positivity" is a big movement right now, and for good reason. But I don't know if I agree with the *methods* some people are touting as effective for these complex topics. So, in this Minisode, I break down some of the psychology behind these topics in four different ways, along with how to apply it today. Hope it helps!

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WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Q5W_fnZSIig

Connect with Matt:

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

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

Twitter: @mattmcleod6

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Website: https://mattmcleod.org

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© 2021 Matt McLeod

This was a very easy-going chat with my new friend, Sal. We connected on social media and I loved her message about empowering women and spreading a health-centric approach to fitness. Sal is an online fitness coach who helps women get strong, from the inside out. She studied neuroscience in college, dabbles in fitness modeling, and is the founder of StrongHER Girls. Give it a listen, then definitely check her out.

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/18vMhulKeI4

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Connect With Sal:

Instagram: @salnakhlawi

Website, Coaching, & More: https://stronghergirls.com/links

Connect With Matt:

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

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

Twitter: @mattmcleod6

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

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

Website: https://mattmcleod.org

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© 2021 Matt McLeod

Hitting on a subject that could crush some dreams if the consensus doesn't lean towards their favor. But, luckily for both sides, the answer isn't so cut and dry. There are pros and cons to energy drinks, and it will be up to the individual if they're worth it or not.

These are the questions I answer in this Minisode:

-What's in an energy drink?

-Do energy drinks cause harm?

-Who's at risk?

-Are there benefits?

-Are they bad for you?

Source mentioned: https://examine.com/nutrition/are-energy-drinks-bad-for-you

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Connect with Matt:

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

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

Twitter: @mattmcleod6

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Website: https://mattmcleod.org

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© 2021 Matt McLeod

Those who know my work know that I'm all about sustainability and balance, so it might be a surprise when I recommend that *sometimes* rapid fat loss is better than slow fat loss. Sometimes you need to go all-in and get obsessive over a goal. Sometimes you have an event planned a few months from now and need to get into shape quickly. There's plenty of contexts where aggressive dieting (the right way) makes sense. In this Minisode, I make a case for why YOU need to consider starting a rapid fat loss diet and what approach to take.

The Fat Loss Accelerator [v2.0] is currently open until July 4th!

Sign up and learn more details here: https://flacourse.com

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Connect with Matt:

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

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

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Emily and I hit it off well in this one and I'm excited to share it with you guys. It was a casual, but interesting, conversation that highlighted her laid-back personality. Emily is a Registered Dietitian and personal trainer with desBFITtraining. She also hosts a podcast called "Dietitian Table Talks" and co-hosts "Below The Influence(R)" with DesB.

In this episode, we cover:

-How Emily and I are going to lose our RD credentials one day

-Her upcoming wedding and house shopping

-Her introduction into fitness and becoming a fitness coach

-Why we both will never compete again in a fitness competition

-Emily's terrible first job experience

-A life-changing text from DesB

-Why not everyone should be an entrepreneur

-Emily's future plans for biz and with her new husband

-The role she's trying to fill in the fitness industry

-Goals she gives to new clients who were chronic dieters

-What it takes to change old beliefs

-How she's been enjoying her podcast with DesB

-Why we love podcasting

-Constantly being stimulated with background noise

-Why we need more boredom in our lives

-What qualities she's looking for in deciding where to live

-And much more!

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DRxPyrHVV2k

**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.**

Connect With Emily:

Instagram: @dietitian.em.b

Twitter: @embogaudo

Connect With Matt:

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

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

Twitter: @mattmcleod6

Instagram: @mattmcleod6

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

© 2021 Matt McLeod

A small twist from our usual fitness content on these Minisodes, but this is also why it's called "The More Than Fitness Podcast." Plus, this was a listener question and I think anybody's life would improve with more/better friendships.

Question (thanks, Katie): Advice on moving to a new city, meeting new people, and doing so while in your late twenties?

Remember... to be interesting, be interested. Hope it helps!

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Submit your question here: https://forms.gle/T94afcNxyrviH3we7

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uvfLpVHiU0w

Connect with Matt:

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

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

Twitter: @mattmcleod6

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

© 2021 Matt McLeod