VISION x GRIND

Damn it feels good to be back!

After a WILD start to the year, I'm finally back with a NEW episode of the VXG Podcast!

And this is the most appropriate way to kick off a new season.

I could've easily used this gap in recording as an excuse not to do this anymore more.

But instead, I'm using this as an opportunity to re-establish my commitment because just like the title of this episode says...

YOU'RE NOT DONE TILL YOU'RE DEAD!

In this episode I talk...

With the new year coming up, people are typically focused on 2 types of fitness goals:

1. Weight loss goals
2. Aesthetic goals

But there’s a 3rd goal that a select few of us north of 35ers tend to neglect

And it’s the most important goal you can focus on that will actually knock out weight loss and aesthetic goals without having to diet yourself to death or do endless (and pointless) bicep curls

In this week’s edition of VXG I breakdown exactly what that 3rd goal is and how making...

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After a month hiatus, I'm back!

This week is a bit of a departure from our normal fitness talk.
I just wanted to vibe with you about what life has been like since becoming a Dad for the second time.

Specifically a GIRL DAD and what changes I've felt within me already.

I do get into some fitness talk, but more so about the direction of my current program and the evolution of the VXG and Dubblup brands.

As always, thank you for tapping in.
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Imagine you’re playing in the Super Bowl.
The biggest game of them all.
You’ve trained YOUR ENTIRE LIFE for this.

Your only goal is to WIN.

You’ve stuck to your game plan for 3 quarters and even though it has been working, you’re still behind.

Q4 is officially underway.

Tom Brady
Kobe Bryant
Patrick Mahomes

What do they have in common?

They’re game managers.

With the game on the line, they ditch the game plan and going lean into...

In this special episode, I talk about the best decision I’ve ever made for myself.

I officially hit 500 days without alcohol!

This is a commitment I made to myself so I could show up as a better husband, a better father, and a better man.

I share personal (and embarrassing) stories reflecting on the impact alcohol has made on my life and why this milestone is so important.

My goal is to help as many people as possible release this demon because the world deserves the best version of YOU.

"You don’t train/exercise/workout to lose weight"

I bet your immediate response to that statement is "Huh?"

It's true, we don't workout to lose weight.
And in this week's episode I break down why understanding why this statement is true will change how you approach your fitness journey.

I simplify the science behind weight loss and the role training plays in the process, while also detailing the shift you need to make create the results you actually want to create.

Tap in and take notes.

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Damn... so this episode started off talking about how you should train for the body you WANT vs. training to escape the body you have.

But it got MUCH deeper.

When I was younger, my mom would always use the phrase "act as if"
As in "Act as if you already have what you want" or "Act as if you are the person who has already achieved that goal".
It's always served me pretty well.

A nice mindset shift to take me out of a state of lack and position me...

What is your personal standard?

I'm going to be blunt...
You gotta stop accepting bullsh*t from yourself

The quality of your life will improve tenfold when you raise the bar for what you accept from yourself and others.

In this episode I talk about why its so important to raise your personal standards, how to raise your personal standards, and the potential benefits you gain from doing so.

Kick back and take notes because this is going to change the way you look at your own actions 

C...

Does the effort match the goal?

Simple question, right?
You'd be surprised at how many people's effort just doesn't line up with what they say they want.

In this episode I explore the question and offer some perspective that might help you either reignite your effort or reposition your goal.

There are some solid pieces of advice in here that you'll want to lock in on.
It might help bridge that gap between where you are and where you want to be.

Remember...
No matter how hard you...

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He's BAAAAAAACK!

Yeah buddy!
I'm back with some fresh heat for ya.

This might be THE episode...

It's either going to fire you up
Or it will be the reason you finally block me
We shall see.

As you can see by the title, it's not going to be a walk in the park.
In today's episode I'm giving you some raw, unfiltered motivation that will help you creating insane results in every area of your life IF you can get out of your feelings and catch the...

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This week's episode is straight 🔥

I got the opportunity to sit down and chat with the CEO and Founder of Tailored Coaching Method, Cody McBroom (@CodyMcBroom)

Cody is a 7 figure business owner who has dedicated his life to helping average people become above average through fitness and nutrition and in this episode he shares the story of how he first developed this vision in 2012 and the grind he had to put behind it to see the success he's seen both in his business, as well as for his clients.

There's so much value in...

This week is all about CARDIO

Damn near every fitness professional has a different stance on cardio and its necessity in your training program.

Some say its not necessary
Others say its absolutely necessary
Most don't have a solid stance either way

In this week's episode, I breakdown my philosophy around cardio and the best way to incorporate it into your program to accelerate fat loss.

I also give my take on the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar battle.
For those of you that don't know, I am a...

Today is a very important day.

Today my wife and I celebrate 10 YEARS OF MARRIAGE!

So this week’s episode hits a little different. 
My wife Alexis and I sit down and discuss all things marriage.

We reflect on how our lives have evolved together over the years and reminisce over the many MANY adventures we’ve had during this 10 year journey.

Whether you’ve been married or want to get married one day, this episode is a must listen!

Lock in and vibe with us 

Connect...

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Nutrition seems to be the area of fitness where people struggle the most.

And I understand why!
I mean if you've ever even THOUGHT about getting in shape, your social media feeds get BOMBARDED with content telling you how to do it.

The issue is that all of the information you see contradicts itself, which makes everything even more confusing.

Well lucky for you, this episode is going to introduce you to a concept that will change the game for you.

FLEXIBLE NUTRITION

In this episode, I go...

I’m personally sick of the whole “work on your summer body” nonsense that every other fitness professional and influencer gets on right about this time of year.

I get it. 
Marketing.

Doesn’t make me any less sick of seeing it. It’s literally every fit pros go to. It works so well because most people who want to get their summer body were on the same mission last year and will do the same thing next year. Low hanging fruit.

It’s a great hook. Not knocking its effectiveness. Just not my vibe.<...

Have you ever had to change EVERYTHING about your life?

Your habits.

Your social circle.

Your daily actions.

Your thoughts.

Your actions.

Has there been a situation or circumstance in your life that made you feel like a complete LIFESTYLE OVERHAUL was necessary.

If so, THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU.

In this week’s episode I share personal stories about when I had to take stock of my life and let go...

Getting and staying fit after 30 is a different beast.

In this week’s episode I talk about how to navigate fitness in your 30s and beyond. Whether you were in great shape in your teens and twenties and let yourself go, or you’ve been noticing your body responding differently to things you’ve been doing, this episode will show you how to navigate your fitness journey as you enter your thirties and beyond.

So whether you’re older and want to take control of your fitness or you’re young and want to stay ahead of t...

This week I had the opportunity to sit and chat with one of the emerging voices in the health and wellness space, Holly Cotton (@HollyCotton_)

Holly is the definition of GRINDING.  She's a best-selling author, media personality, RN, Life Coach, and breast cancer survivor!  I had the privilege of watching her ascend into the spotlight over the last few years, so it was only right that I brought this phenomenal woman on the VXG Experience so she could breakdown how she got started, the steps she's taken to blow up her brand, and the vision behind the gr...

No matter how hard you train, if you’re not handling business OUTSIDE of the gym you won’t see the results you want to see.

Whether you have a specific performance or aesthetic goal, or you just want to get in better shape and improve your overall health, what you do throughout the day is just as important as what you do in the gym.

In this episode I break down the NON GYM FACTORS that will make or break your fitness journey.

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This week I highlight the main differences in aesthetic training versus performance training, as well as the pros and cons each way so you know which direction best suits your goals.

I touch on everything from the contrast in training styles to the nutritional differences in fueling for aesthetic purposes versus performance improvements.

As a bonus, I also explain how it’s possible to have the best of both worlds and how to create a program that allows you look good and move better.

This is a very informative episode so take notes an...

Continuing the Interview Series, this week I had a chance to chat with former athlete turned leadership coach Jimmy Carter (@Ingrained2Train)

I’ve personally watched Jimmy ascend over the years and it was great to have the opportunity to hear his story.

Jimmy talks about his upbringing in Southside Chicago, how he discovered fitness as a career and was able to train high level athletes, many of which currently play in the NFL, and why he’s made the transition from fitness to leadership coaching.

We also got really in depth about masc...

In January of 2024, I hit a pretty significant milestone...

TEN YEARS AS A FITNESS PROFESSIONAL!

In today's episode, I reflect on those 10 years and give insight on what its like to be in the fitness industry for so long, as well as telling some fun stories about this journey.

This episode is valuable on so many levels.
Whether you are an aspiring fitness professional yourself, or someone who has devoted years to any profession, this episode will give you a different perspective.

Real talk... This is the longest I've committed...

WE'RE BACK WITH SEASON 2!

And boy am I hyped for this episode.

What better way to kick off the new season than with a FIRE interview with my brother, the one and only Will Washington (@WillWashington)

Will is the Wrestling Administrative Coordinator for All Elite Pro Wrestling (AEW) and has been in the podcasting space for almost 20 years.

He's an innovator in the podcasting world and a prominent voice in the professional wrestling space who has, through hard work and determination, worked his way into his dream job with the premier...

It's been quite the year, but here we are...

This is the season finale and in this episode I'm wrapping up what has been an amazing year with a Q&A/AMA style chat where I'm answering YOUR questions LIVE.

This was fun and a little all over the place (which is why it was so much fun).

I want to thank everyone who listens to this podcast, whether from day one or this is your first time tapping in.

We'll be back in a few weeks with new episodes including...

Unpopular opinion (apparently):

Having a fitness goal around how your body looks is totally fine.

Once upon a time people did literally anything to achieve the body they wanted, to the point of harming themselves physically and psychologically, and this was the norm.

In response to this, the fitness industry shifted its focus as a whole from aesthetic to holistic, making overall health the priority.

This is a GREAT thing.

But somewhere along the way, the narrative transformed. It went from promoting health and wellness to shaming people for...

This might be the single most important episode you hear all year!

I’m sure on a daily basis, at any given moment, you are getting BOMBARDED with posts and videos from different content creators in the fitness space.

Everywhere you look
Facebook
TikTok
Instagram
Youtube

It feels like everyone is some kind of fitness influencer at this point

And look, I’m actually all for the world waking up and embracing fitness like it is

But what I’m not into is this wave of mis...

In this episode I breakdown how to craft and dial in the “perfect plan” for any fitness goal you want to accomplish.
You can use this strategy to build your nutrition plan, as well as your training program.
If you enjoy this content, share it with someone.
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Losing weight on the scale is always a good thing, but fitness happens in so many other areas.

It really boils down to what is more important to YOU
The number on the scale or how you look and feel

Now this opens up an interesting conversation that I think is so important in our fitness journey

Because when we don't see the scale moving
And even when we don't see the progress in the mirror

We start doing things in the name of weight loss that actually hinder...

We're back with that 🔥 
In this episode I break down how to avoid falling off during the holiday season. This is that time of the year when the days are shorter, weather is colder, and food and liquor are everywhere and people start taking their foot off the gas when it comes to their fitness goals.
I talk about ways keep yourself on point and accountable while still enjoying the holidays.
This is the blueprint for continuing to see progress as the year comes to an end so you don't have to restart come January 1st.
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This episode is needed.
You don't hear me talk about this subject often enough, but it's time to discuss what it really means to be a MAN.
This subject may trigger someone... GOOD.
I hope it sparks something in you as the listener, whether male or female.
You may agree with what I am saying.
You may disagree with what I'm saying.
Either way, it's fine. We should still be able to have this conversation.
I would love to hear YOUR perspective on the subject of what it means to be a...

This episode focuses on an important topic that needs to be discussed.
The concept of Generational Wealth, making sure the next generation is taken care of financially, is becoming commonplace within our culture.
But as we begin to thrive financially, we have to make sure we're also setting up the next generation with the tools needed to live long and healthy lives.
In this episode I share practical ways to create Generational Health 
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This is a cool episode because I spill the beans on some of the big life moves that are coming in the near future for my wife and I. I rarely talk about this stuff on here so I thought it would be cool to start the episode with that vibe.
As the main title mentions, the main topic of this episode is discussing the difference between going on a diet and following a nutrition plan. I have a feeling this episode will help someone in their fitness journey, especially if they've been struggling with the nutrition aspects...

As we prepare to wrap up season 1 of the VXG Podcast, I wanted to share an interview I did with Coach Damien (@the_shift_method) for The Shift Method Podcast
We got to jamming for a while on this episode so I broke it up into 2 parts for you to enjoy.
In part 2 we get personal. We discuss overcoming adversity, marriage and relationships, business, and a lot more.
Please enjoy part 2 of this interview and make sure you subscribe to the podcast!

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As we prepare to wrap up season 1 of the VXG Podcast, I wanted to share an interview I did with Coach Damien (@the_shift_method) for The Shift Method Podcast
We got to jamming for a while on this episode so I broke it up into 2 parts for you to enjoy.
Coach Damien and I talk about a wide variety of topics including my training philosophies, how I got into fitness, ways to improve your mindset, and more.
Please enjoy this part 1 of this 2 part interview and make sure you subscribe to the podcast!

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This week’s episode is about tribalism in the fitness industry and how it can be detrimental on both the consumer and the professional side.
We all have.our preferences when it comes to training and nutrition but that doesn’t mean other methods are invalid. 
In this episode I talk about the effects of latching on to a specific philosophy around fitness.

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This episode is all about longevity.
The secret to long lasting results in ANYTHING… fitness, relationships, professional life… boils down to focus on the long term.
In this episode I breakdown ways to shift your focus away from short term gratification and finish lines, towards building a cadence through daily practice that contributes to your bigger picture.
Lock in and take notes!

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