The More Than Fitness Podcast With Matt McLeod

Hitting your calorie and macro targets can be great for body composition goals, but what about just... feeling good on a day-to-day basis? They don't need to be mutually exclusive, so in this Minisode, I explain several ways to optimize for well-being and general health without affecting fat loss. I chat about water intake, meal timing, mindful eating, caffeine and alcohol intake, Omega-3's, and more. This is a very tactical episode, so be ready to make a note or two with the recommendations. Enjoy!

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/i0kqbKA9ywo

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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© 2021 Matt McLeod

I first heard Danny on his podcast (The Danny Miranda Podcast) a few months ago when he interviewed fellow friend and fitness coach, Mike Vacanti, but I didn't continue following his work. That is, until recently, when I got more involved in startup/business Twitter. Danny kept popping up through likes and retweets, so I checked him out and really liked his content. I looked through his podcast guest list, then realized who he was. So I reached out and told him I wanted to connect, and this amazing episode was the result. Danny is the host of the Danny Miranda Podcast, where he's interviewed names like Gary Vaynerchuk, Jack Butcher, Jordan Syatt, and more.

In this episode, we cover:

-Why his grandma hates mushrooms/psychedelics so much

-How he's turned to optimism over the past few years

-Unlearning his past and how meditation has helped

-What does his "highest version" look like?

-Are you making your 10-year-old self proud and 80-year-old self proud?

-His wild transformation from "Danny 1.0" to "Danny 2.0"

-Danny's experience with #75Hard

-When he's down, who does he look to for inspiration?

-Crazy story of how Danny got the chance to interview Gary Vaynerchuk

-Does he fear claiming the "optimist" identity?

-Why Danny used a pseudonym on social media

-Understanding yourself

-Getting over the fear of judgment from friends

-Crazy moments of serendipity in his life

-Dealing with comparison and not getting caught up in following hyper-successful people

-How do you figure out what you should want?

-Stand-up comedy

-Me telling Danny to have his friends on his podcast

-His alternative life career

-And much more!

Connect With Danny:

Twitter: @heydannymiranda

Podcast: https://dannymiranda.com/podcast

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Sdi_7qZNslw

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

When you think of someone with "optimal health," you probably think of that person doing some type of cardio regularly. Lifting weights is amazing, but it (usually) doesn't check the boxes for the benefits from cardiovascular activity. So in this Minisode, I cover how you can optimize your health while aiding fat loss and without interfering with your muscle gains. With the perfect combination, you can achieve all three (without becoming a marathon runner or sprinter). Hope it helps.

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2zL0pvjHGq4

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

This is Sue's second appearance on the podcast and she brought some—albeit calm and collected—hot fire to this conversation. Sue and I went to college together, so it's been such a treat watching her thrive and flourish in our industry. She's hard-working, kind, and knows her shit, so she deserves every bit of her success. For those who don't know, Sue is part-owner of Physique Development, an online personal training company between her, Alex Bush (her hubby), and Austin Current. They coach physique athletes and general lifestyle clients, and they're some of the best in the biz, so I'm happy to call each of them a friend.

In this episode, we cover:

-Her background and our relationship (we went to college together)

-Exciting future plans for her company, "Physique Development"

-The making of her new cookbook and why it will actually help people

-Why specific knowledge can "unlock" insights others can't access

-Her dog hits a random soundboard in the middle of the show

-What it's like starting a podcast

-How medical THC use has helped Sue not feel overwhelmed and run her business

-Handling work/life balance after she got burnt out

-The importance of hard stops for separating work and life

-How security (financial, status, etc) can be addicting

-How she shifted her mindset for abundant success

-The reward of creating jobs for her employees

-Acting despite being uncertain

-What she's working so hard towards

-How Katy (Hearn) and Hayden Schneider have helped them through the years

-The importance of friends who genuinely support you

-How kindness is practical and the best marketing strategy

-Our love for stand-up comedy

-And much more!

Connect With Sue:

Instagram: @suegainz

Website: https://physiquedevelopment.com

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NXk0QoIhIIw

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

You hear every fitness coach on Instagram talking about how consistency is key, but there are very few people who give practical advice on how to achieve that. At least, not without paying them hundreds of dollars or buying their new ebook. So in this Minisode, I wanted to provide six ways that you can adhere to your diet and exercise goals to improve your consistency. I cover goal setting, using your friends to your fitness advantage, a nifty website with monetary commitments, what improves my own consistency when it's lacking, and methods I use with my own clients to achieve their fitness goals faster. Hope it helps.

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/f2xuXwGa2iM

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

I had been trying to get Luka on the podcast for longer than a year, so I was stoked when we finally got this time to chat. Born and raised in Ljubljana, Slovenia, he gives credit to basketball, fitness, and coaches in taking him from going down the wrong path in crime, to becoming a professional basketball player in the elite European Leagues as well as the NBA Summer Pro League. After his professional career, Luka went into his passion of training to affect others like the coaches that changed his life. He has been a coach for 15 years. He's a veteran in the fitness space and I look up to him in many ways, but how much he cares about mastering his craft is second to none.

In this episode, Luka dropped knowledge for days, so it's one you'll have to listen to to catch everything. But I can guarantee this: you'll leave this episode smarter than you went in. Enjoy!

Connect With Luka:

Website: https://vigorgroundfitness.com

Instagram: @lukahocevar

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RRTuhxFZP9k

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

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Email: [email protected]

Social: @_margittai

© 2021 Matt McLeod

Traditional fat loss diets aren't the same as a diet where you're trying to lose lots of fat, fast. In a rapid fat loss protocol, the conditions are going to be more extreme, so you have to plan accordingly. The small details make a bigger difference. The macronutrients that make up your total calorie intake for the day need to be biased to lose lots of fat, but retain muscle and strength. In this Minisode, I break down the 6 steps you *need* to know before trying to aggressively diet.

Join the Fat Loss Accelerator before the price goes up (again) at midnight: https://flacourse.com

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FF1GbtCYPEQ

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

Summer is almost here, which means people are going to try to lose a lot of weight way too quickly. They're going to procrastinate their diet and fitness goals until it's too late, forcing them to desperately search for a solution. And fast. I get it. In fact, I know that no matter what I recommend as a health professional and fitness coach, people will ignore me and try the shortcut instead. So, this year I decided to create the shortcut myself. People are going to do it anyway, so they might as well learn from the pros and do it the right way.

In this Minisode, I break down the 7 mistakes people make when trying to lose weight fast. I also announce my new project I've been working on: The Fat Loss Accelerator. It's a 6-week course showing you the easiest, safest, and fastest path to rapid fat loss. If you want to learn more about the FLA and get early-bird discounts when the course goes live, click the link below. I promise you won't regret it.

Stay updated. ⏤> The Fat Loss Accelerator: https://flacourse.com

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/620vXik1cBY

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

I've been a fan of Steve's and his work for a while now, so I was pumped for this one. Steve is the founder of nerdfitness.com, which regularly gets 1.5 million visitors each month and has been helping nerds get fit since 2009. Steve also has a best-selling book called "Level Up Your Life" and the Nerd Fitness company is now a full team of 25+ fitness coaches. I'm a sucker for people who are all-in on being themselves, and Steve proudly represents his fellow nerds everywhere.

In this episode, we cover:

-Steve's origin story of wanting to help nerds get in shape

-How he left his 9-5 construction sales job

-Why he created an "Epic Quest of Awesome" for himself

-How he traveled the world for $400

-Why young people feel compelled to travel

-Living his own "Hero's Journey"

-Flying a stunt plane

-Meeting Mark Manson

-How to get started with lofty goals

-How his priorities have changed as he's gotten older

-How he decides what is worth doing

-What he's excited about in the future

-"What am I optimizing for right now?"

-What's making him feel "alive" on a daily basis

-What to do next?

-And much more!

Connect With Steve:

Website: https://nerdfitness.com

Instagram: @nerdfitness

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FdZ2CLRpECo

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

Many of you want to calculate your macros for your goals, but you aren't sure how. Or, you use a macro calculator and it spits out some unrealistic numbers that you struggle to hit. The most perfect macros in the world aren't helpful if you hate your life and can't follow them regularly — this Minisode shows you a better way.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

[BLOG] How to Lose Fat: https://mattmcleod.org/losefat

[BLOG] How to Set Up A Calorie Deficit For Fat Loss (6 Steps): https://mattmcleod.org/deficit

WATCH this Minisode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/s7Lw21bY-v4

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