Ultra Catalyst

Jeff Nosek is a father (of 2), Solution Architect, Network Engineer, Triathlete, Ultra Runner, and Mindset explorer (also, one of my older brothers).

Jeff shares how a major life event, like a divorce, can shatter your world instantly. He had been living the American Dream (wife, white picket fence, house, kids, corporate job, Etc.) and then found himself severely overweight, unmotivated, and staring at the mirror, like what in the heck am I going to do

In the first year, Jeff ran a 5K, 8K, 10K, 1/2 marathon, full marathon, (2) 70.3 Ironman events, and a 50K trail run, lost 50+ lbs., and took control of his

Like to learn more about how to survive a divorce, build a new life plan, form new habits, or ready to start training for your 1st Ironman race? 

Hit up Jeff at: httpons://www.instagram.com/nosekjeff/

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Zach Smith is a husband, father (expecting #2 child later this year), entrepreneur, and fitness and nutrition coach.

Zach spits fire about being fat, getting fit, putting in the hard work now (vs later in life), and helping others over the last 5+ years realize their full potential is within themselves. He peels the onion back on his infamous 90-day burger challenge where he actually lost weight. Yes, you read that right, he lost weight while eating a hamburger every day! He also shares his two-step process on how you can reshape your life with a simple decision.

IG: @ZachSmithFit

FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/ZachSmithFit⁠

Hit up Zach or I with your questions.

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Jacob Russell is an entrepreneur, life coach, musician, and athlete

We wasted no time is discussing how Jacob got tired of being overweight and

Jacob has made a significant transformation over the last 5 years and is on a mission

Instagram: @jacob_d_russell

Twitter: @JDRussellMentat

Substack: https://jdrcoaching.substack.com/

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Justin Forehand is a husband, father of three daughters (Dance Dad!), 22+ year Army veteran (retired), Real estate agent/investor, freedom fighter, gun/archery junkie, and fitness addict.

We discuss his military career, transition to civilian life, raising daughters, homeschooling, and dive into real estate investing and sales in Alabama. Justin is passionate about inspiring others to work hard and improve personal excellence, especially for setting the example for his friends and family.

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinforehand/?hl=en

Website: www.soldwithjustin.com

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

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Anthony Shepard is a sports car performance mechanic, weightlifter, and aspiring strongman. We discuss his early experiences with working on cars, switching between multiple car repair shops, and becoming a lead performance mechanic, specializing in muscle cars and Corvettes. Anthony shares his recent fitness journey over the last year, leading him to setting a new personal record of leg pressing 1,110 lbs. Listen in to hear how Anthony found his passion with lifting weights, developing new habits, and becoming consistent in how he approaches life.

Legion Barbell in Conroe, Texas

Instagram: AMP_Garage

Facebook: @anthonyshepard

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Bruce Lemen is an great friend, a believer, an entrepreneur, Realtor, and a 10+ year champion of sobriety. We discuss his background, his catalyst to get sober, and his new mission to help others find their chosen path to live a fulfilled life. Plus, we catch up on our experience during the La Quinta 70.3 Ironman in 2019 and recent success in real estate in the Omaha, Nebraska area.

If you are struggling, need advice, or that added support network to overcome adversity, you can connect with Bruce:

brucelemen.npdodge.com

https://www.instagram.com/brucesellsomaha/

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Ivan Temelkov is an entrepreneur, digital marketer, podcaster, father of 2, and an avid cyclist (soon to be Ironman, later this year). He has been featured in several publications such as Inc. Magazine, Social Media Examiner, The Rise To The Top, etc. Ivan shares his early come up in the marketing space and how he transitioned to digital marketing over the last 10 years. He's passionate about connecting people through experience and leaving valuable lasting impressions. Plus, we dive deep into his new adventure in physical fitness and quest to complete this first triathlon later this year.

Check out Ivan at: https://www.razorsharpdigital.com/

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

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Kekua Kobashigawa is a best-selling author, speaker, leadership development coach, and mom. Her mission is changing the status quo for women. Learn how she flipped the script on the old traditional ways of what a woman should be and step into the driver's seat of a modern woman to lead in all areas of your life. Such a powerful conversation, filled with gold nuggets on where to begin, how to keep going, and strategies on how to live a life full of abundance. Listen up, the only opinion that matters is your own! Seriously, this isn't just for women, there are key gems that apply to men, too. 

Check out her website for more info: kekuak.com

Also on Facebook @ Kekua Kobashigawa

Hey Friends! 

Justin Hazouri joins us in this action packed episode of Ultra Catalyst. He is an author, community builder, video editor, and fellow ultrarunner. Justin opens up about his traumatic brain injury (TBI) and progressive addiction to benzodiazepines (Klonopin). He's been sober for over 6 years and is promoting his mission to: "help motivate people with similar brain injuries to find positive ways to cope and improve the quality of their lives". Justin also shares his experience with running 50 marathons in 2022. He's on an unstoppable quest to help others and push himself beyond his unlimited potential.  

Top 3 Rules To Live Be: 

1. Ingest positive and good inputs to keep your spirits high! 

2. Organize deliverables by priority and measure progress frequently! 

3. Turn negativity into fuel to build momentum!

Check out below to find more information about Justin: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100074114185742 

Book: Resilience - A Guide to Surviving Withdrawal and Defying the Odds https://jallday123.gumroad.com/l/-resilienceguide 

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/goalsoverbenzos2.0

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notimeforthatassistance1624No

Questions: Reach out now!  

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Welcome to the Ultra Catalyst podcast!

Today, we're talking about Goals vs. Standards!

Yes, that's right, a mini deep dive into my own goals and standards from 2013 compared to 2023.

It's shocking how a look-back 10 years can paint a dismal reality. Seriously, I didn't have much in terms of goals or standards, other than knocking out long, working for a paycheck, and dreaming about the next social gathering, party, or weekend vacation. The truth is I was living for a dopamine hit of acceptance from other people who were striving for the same thing. While they were great people and fun to be around, the environment kept me in a never ending spiral of depression. Year after the year, the goals were laid out crystal clear; however, at the end of each year, the score didn't change much. It felt like I was a hamster running on a spinning wheel.

Fast-forward 5 to 10 years, let's say present day now. I've been developing better habits, thoughts, systems and processes, and actions, all which now translate into higher standards. In turn, these standards drive my actions towards the goals of tomorrow. I can see clearly how I create opportunities by being prepared and ready the next before, in many cases. It takes the guess work out of attempting to figure out what I am going to wear or what exercises I need to crush at the gym. Plus, these standards are developing higher quality relationships with friends, family, and expanding the sphere of influence in my community.

Take a quick pulse check on your goals. Are you operating with high quality of standards that align with your goals? If not, you have some work to do.

Reach out now! Happy to help or get you in connect with someone who can.

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