Episode #149 

The more responsibility that you own, the higher levels of success you can achieve. In this episode, Nick goes solo and lays out the three experiences that taught him how to endure hardship. Learning not to quit is a skill that's practiced, and sometimes there are instances that we put ourselves through to develop that skill more and more.

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Episode #148

Nick sits down with BPN leadership Kat Thomas, CRO, and Josh Holley, CFO, to discuss why BPN is expanding into retail. Even through all the success BPN has experienced, having products on store shelves will be a huge jump for the company. The team explains the decision making and thought process behind BPN's next big move, along with answering questions such as: "What advice would you give your younger self?" and "How much money does Starbucks make from their pumpkin spice drinks?"

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Episode #147

Stefany Bare is BACK ON THE SHOW! She joins Nick on the podcast for their first public conversation since having their newborn, Charli Grace Bare. They answer questions that you all submitted via their Instagram about how their marriage has adjusted since being parents and what they've learned about each other in the process. Nick and Stef have honest and specific conversation that makes for a refreshing episode.

Follow Stef on Instagram: @stefany.bare

Check out her website: stefanybare.com

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BPN Website - Supplements and Apparel: www.bpnsupps.com

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Nick’s Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/barelifenutrition

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Episode 146: Nick sits down with his new Media Director over Nick Bare Fitness: Tony Reyes. 

Nick and Tony talk about the brand of Nick Bare Fitness and how getting back to documenting the progress is the best vision for the brand. HOWEVER, the guys ALSO talk about Tony’s experience moving his family across country with a trunk full of breast milk, the differences between Californian culture and Texan culture, Nick’s experience with masking tape, Aaron, the Production Manager, sipping Endopump for fun, and Nick exposes his all-serious desire to be a red blooded country singer.

These are only a few of the wild topics that are covered in this week’s episode of the Bare Performance Podcast. 

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This week’s podcast is with Body Building Champion and Fitness Coach, Holly Baxter. Nick and Holly discuss how eating disorders have been intertwined throughout their individual journeys. They also explain why mental health should be equally considered while competing, the health of endurance athletes that they’ve met throughout the years, and how dieting should be monitored and evaluated.

About Holly:

Holly Baxter is a two time world champion fitness model in the Natural Universe and Natural Olympia competitions (2015) and recently achieved pro status with the WBFF. Holly also earned a bachelors in Food Science and a Masters in Dietetics. The combination of knowledge with her real world results and 5 years of coaching experience made her a great choice for the Director of Nutrition for BioLayne. She loves working with clients, producing informative content, and training other coaches to help make a positive difference in people’s health.

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BPN Website - Supplements and Apparel: www.bpnsupps.com

Nick’s Website: www.nickbare.com

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Nick’s Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/barelifenutrition

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In this episode, Nick sits down with Layne Norton and discusses all the nuances of modern-day health research. They dive into the distinction between bro-science versus hypothesis-centered research, how to approach reading a medical study instead of self-help books, and Layne shares a number of stories of his fitness journey throughout the years. They also cover their entrepreneurial experiences and love for body building.

Layne drops a ton of scientific knowledge so bring a pen and paper!

Layne Norton, Ph.D., is a scientist, pro natural bodybuilder, raw elite powerlifter, and physique coach, among other things. He received his BS in Biochemistry, and his PhD in Nutritional Sciences.

He is a current IPF and USAPL world and national record-holder in squat (668 lb. at 93 kg), and a USAPL national record-holder in deadlift (711 lb. at 93 kg).

Layne's Resources:

How to read research guide: https://biolayne.com/reps/how-to-read-research-a-biolayne-guide/

REPS Research Review: https://biolayne.com/reps/

Carbon Diet Coach App: http://www.joincarbon.com

Coaching: http://www.biolayne.com/coaching

Educational courses: https://cleanhealth.edu.au/category/online-courses/layne-norton/

Our Books: https://biolaynestore.com/collections/accessories

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In this week's episode, Nick answers questions such as: what do people assume is easy for him but is actually difficult, how he's planning on raising his daughter, and if he feels like making money has changed him.

These Q&A podcasts are always snappy, informative, and of course entertaining. Episode #143 is now live on all streaming platforms.

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Nick’s Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/barelifenutrition

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Nick begins by recapping the smashing success of BPN's 10th Birthday weekend. Thank you to all who came out for Athletic Club, our pop-up shop, and our VIP after-party! We had people fly in from Colorado, New Jersey, San Diego, even Amsterdam. Thank you!

BPN Website - Supplements and Apparel: www.bpnsupps.com

Nick’s Website: www.nickbare.com

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Nick’s Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/barelifenutrition

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Episode #141 - Erin Oprea is in town! She comes full of energy and carries great conversation with Nick in this latest episode. They discuss what it was like for Erin to be a woman in the Marines, Erin's idea for a bad-ass dog park and what she's learned from training celebrities throughout her career. Oh, and... they share a giant donut from Round Rock Donut. 

About Erin Oprea:

The Huffington Report calls Erin a “personal fitness guru.” Her work with celebrities has been seen on Oprah and virtually every television network via the new fit looks of her celebrity clients. She embraced the challenge the U.S. Marine Corps could offer her and enlisted at the age of 20. With nine total years of service including two tours of duty in Iraq, Erin made history when she was appointed to lead the first female platoon attached to the infantry in a war zone. While serving our nation, she became even more aware of the importance of physical fitness and nutrition. She lives in Nashville with her husband Sean and her two boys. As a family they are heavily involved in soccer, sports and other family activities. Find out more at https://erinoprea.com/

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BPN Website - Supplements and Apparel: www.bpnsupps.com

Nick’s Website: www.nickbare.com

Nick’s Instagram: @nickbarefitness

Nick’s Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/barelifenutrition

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BPN is turning 10 years old, and Nick has been through all its heartaches, failures, I'll-never-do-that-agains, and successes. We look back at TEN YEARS OF WHAT NICK'S LEARNED as the founder of BPN. Take a listen.

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BPN Website: www.bpnsupps.com

Nick's Website: www.nickbare.com

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Nick's Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/barelifenutrition

AND this podcast has an Instagram where we post highlights from episodes.

Instagram: @thebareperformancepodcast