ICONiCAST

ICON Meals CEO, Todd Abrams, sits down for a talk with "The Voice of the Octagon" and an ICONIC personality, Bruce Buffer! Todd gets Bruce to open up about how he's achieved incredible success in his career and personal life. Learn Bruce's history, how he stays in such great shape, manages multiple businesses and how he wants his legacy to be remembered. Key moments:Has Bruce ever fought in the ring? (0:52)How Bruce stays fit! (2:57)What Bruce eats? (4:00)Managing multiple companies (4:55)Where did the tagline "It's Time" come from? (6:52)Bruce's key moves in the ring! (8:30)The more syllables, the more fun! (10:30)Passion (11:40)Bruce, the poker player?? (13:15)Bruce's Legacy (13:53)  Follow Bruce:✅ Instagram✅ BruceBuffer.com✅ YouTube✅ Twitter✅ Facebook

Chef Rush is one of the top chefs in the country, embodying the word “excellence.” His accomplishments include serving in the military for 23 years, working as a chef in the White House across four administrations, and becoming a celebrity in his own right.In this special ICONiCast Chef speaks at length with our CEO Todd Abrams about developing his work ethic, his passion for cooking, how he trains, and what it took to get where he is. Chef is larger than life and this entire interview is well worth your attention — but if you don't have the time right now to listen to the whole thing, we've timestamped the top moments below.0:00 - Introduction2:10 - Why Chef does 2,222 pushups a day22 military veterans die to suicide every day.3:30 - BullyingChef was bullied as a kid. Since he's always been big he wasn't scared, but he didn't want to fight. 4:30 - How many pushups has Chef done?Millions.5:15 - Chef's work ethicHis father put him to work at a very young age, and has always committed to being the hardest worker.7:40 - Chef's first culinary teacherChef learned cooking from his mother, at a time and place where men didn't do such things.10:30 - Chef's daily routineFour hours of sleep.12:30 - Chef's favorite mealSimple — organic chicken.14:40 - How Chef trainsHard and heavy with more than 15 reps.16:30 - Todd on training with othersAvoiding mediocre mindsets.17:15 - “Destroy it.”Chef's mantra.18:30 - Becoming a celebrity chefThe current result of a mountain of work, and based on helping others.20:30 - The hard job of cookingWhy Chef strived to earn that title.21:00 - What Presidents eatHigh-quality service to heads of state and homeless alike.22:10 - What drives ChefHelping people and experiencing more of life.24:00 - What Chef's doing todayTraveling most of the time and speaking to groups.26:40 - Cooking to Cope programHelping people understand how important food is to physical and mental health.28:15 - Chef's favorite cheat mealThere's a lot of them.29:40 - Entrepreneurial driveThe most intense drive in the world isn't enough — you need an amazing team.31:00 - Being his own biggest criticChef knows perfection is impossible but tries to get there every single time.33:15 - Chef's mentorsNot the typical heroes — people who had to earn their way from the bottom.36:00 - Chef's book, Call Me Chef, Dammit!The story of Chef's life, from childhood racism to working in the White House. Available March 1st, 2022.38:00 - What's next for ChefFollow Chef Rush: https://www.instagram.com/realchefrush/Follow Todd Abrams: https://www.instagram.com/toddabrams/

Taeler De Haes sits down for a talk with powerhouse couple Travis and Brittany Just about how they've achieved incredible success in their non-traditional careers and personal lives. Learn what gave the Justs courage to break expectations and hit the road as traveling entrepreneurs, parents of twins, and WBFF competitors. Hear why ICON meals are a crucial part of Rockbody Retreats, and be inspired to do the most you can with the time you have.Key moments:Travis's background (1:13)Brittany's background (3:00)What is WBFF? (5:04)Rockbody Retreats (7:14)Selling everything (9:05)How ICON changed their life (9:44)Go-To Signature Meal (13:05)Using ICON with Rockbody Retreats (13:59)Doing more with your life (15:00)What is the ultimate goal? (19:12)Paying it forward (21:26)  Follow Travis: https://www.instagram.com/travelingwithtrav/  Follow Brittany: https://www.instagram.com/brittjust_wbffpro/

When you think about difficult exercise, what comes to mind? Maybe doing sprints, or doing a heavy weight training workout?  How about running a marathon? That's like the pinnacle of mental and physical endurance, right?Well, not for IRON Cowboy. IRON Cowboy is a full determined father, husband, and triathlete who just completed the impossible...In 2021, IRON Cowboy completed 100  full-distance triathlon races, in 101 consecutive days... Yep! You heard that right. One full-distance triathlon race consists of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mike bike ride, and 26.2 mile run. Wow.Without a doubt, this is the biggest physical and mental strength accomplishment ever. During the race James had a team of people assisting throughout the day. He would have deep tissue work done every night (typically falling asleep during the process) and would eat as much food as possible. James gained media coverage throughout the event and raised money for Operation Underground Railroad to support the fight against human trafficking.Follow James: https://www.instagram.com/ironcowboyjames/Follow ICON Meals: https://www.instagram.com/collinsiegel/Key moments:- When he first announced the 50 50 50 he got no support. Was mocked and ridiculed (4:20)- Saw an opportunity for the conquer 100 during  the pandemic (5:05)- How do I push my body and mind to find my limits? (5:30)- How much of it is mental and how much is physical? (7:15)- Is mental toughness something you are born with? (8:55)- Mental toughness is another muscle (10:00)- A decade worth of work to get to level 100 (11:00)- If somebody would have been a spectator. We all start somewhere (13:00)- Where did the name "IRON Cowboy" come from? (13:30)- I heard your Canadian come out (13:45)- IRON Cowboy's alter ego (14:55)- Where did IRON Cowboy's vision come from? (17:15)- I don't want to compare myself to other people's achievement (19:45)- What becomes possible with time (20:30)- How did you develop belief in yourself (22:00)- What is commitment? (23:35)- As soon as the gun goes off, we're all in (24:10)- What does your diet look like and how does it change? (25:40)- How do you train? (29:00)- What's the legacy you want to leave? (31:00)- What are the traits that have allowed you to achieve success? (33:50)

Uriah “Prime Time” Hall talks with Taeler De Haes about his rough childhood in NYC, risking everything trying out for The Ultimate Fighter, fighting his idol Anderson Silva, and how he figured out what to do with his life.Save time and reach your macro goals with fresh, prepared meals engineered for optimal performance.

In this episode, Team Icon Host Taeler De Haes speaks with IFBB Pro Emily Hayden to get some tips on how to stay sane & productive at home and during quarantine! Emily Hayden IG @emilyhayden Learn about ICON Meals at www.iconmeals.com

In this episode, Team Icon Host Taeler De Haes speaks with Dr. Layne Norton (@biolayne) to get some tips on how to maintain muscle during quarantine. For more information on Dr. Layne Norton visit his website at www.biolayne.com or follow him on social @biolayne Learn about ICON Meals at www.iconmeals.com

Tony bridges the gap by connecting formal education in to the real world application of owning and operating a successful online nutrition coaching business.

Behind the scenes of a driven, entrepreneurial women! We discuss nutrition,  dietetics, social media, fitness lifestyle, business and more.

Whatever it takes!! Implementing key principles, strategy and building a mindset that has helped Colin evolve and grow from the Battle Fields, to a Fitness Cover Model, and now Entrepreneur who is crushing it in an industry that he had no prior experience in. 8 figures in under 18 months!!

On today's ICONICAST we have the opportunity to speak with a fellow Canadian who's an all around bad ass that has made great strides in the fitness space, while successfully growing his multiple business ventures. I am grateful for the time that he spent with us allowing us a behind the scenes look into his daily regiment of the what has made him as have the success in the various areas of his life. The greatest thing which I believe you will hear for yourself... He is just getting started! Collin Joseph is a Canadian fitness model, physique competitor, ex-MMA fighter, motivational speaker, and an Entrepreneur.

In this episode, Todd Abrams (@toddabrams) (CEO of Icon Meals) has a great talk with owner and head coach of Team LoCoFit, Laurin Conlin (@laurinconlin @teamlocofit).

In this episode, Todd Abrams (@toddabrams) (CEO of Icon Meals) talks business, health, and life with Brandan Fokken (@brandanfokken).

Destination Dallas owner and Dallas local fitness industry ICON, Greg McCoy joins ICONiCAST to discuss how to become successful in such a competitive industry. Greg has done it all from personal training, business executive, owner, and now back to training. It's not always fulfilling unless you find your piece of the industry that makes you happy!

Chef Danny Aguilar joins ICONiCAST to discuss all things ICONIC from 2017 and the even bigger news coming in the new year for ICON Meals. 2018 guys... better watch out!

3x Cardiac Arrest Survivor Drew Logan joins ICONiCAST to discuss lifestyle choices and the 25 days it takes to remap your mindset. From TV personality to Inspirational Speaker, Drew has mastered his craft to mental toughness and is ready to share his experiences with you.

Big J joins ICONiCAST to talk about his lifelong journey in the fitness industry. As a guy that has been in the mix both before the technology boom, and after, Big J has some raw knowledge about continuing to grind and never quit.

Powerlifting ICON, Mark Bell joins ICONiCAST and brings up the interesting bond between sport carrying over to both raising a family and running a business. As CEO of SlingShot and Super Training gym, oh and former WWE star... Mark Bell has some knowledge to drop on how to dedicate yourself over time to accomplishing great tasks.

Todd Abrams, the CEO and Co-Founder of ICON Meals joins ICONiCAST to kick off a new business education series. Todd discusses just how VITAL time management is to the success of a business and of a person, and just how much time you should spend on the care of your customers. SHARE this podcast and #iconicast for your chance to win a FREE Tribute Backpack from ICON Meals.

Dr. Joe Brilliant DC joins ICONiCAST to discuss the tough topic of stress. Everyone has stressors, but Dr. Joe has some tips on pointing out stressors and how to tackle them in a healthy way. What makes you tick?

Ryan Hughes and Paul Haverland join ICONiCAST to discuss how they were able to launch Ghost in a big way. Just over a year into launching Ghost, these guys are still learning to play into each others strengths. Have you figured out what you're good at?

Executive Chef and Co-Founder of ICON Meals, Danny Aguilar joins ICONiCAST to discuss how ICON has emerged as the top name in meal prep. From an early vision, Danny helped create what ICON is today. He has big plans for the future! Are you hungry yet?

Craig LeBlanc joins ICONiCAST to talk about his road to Nationals in Miami just a few weeks away. With being on prep, Craig is also an entrepreneur and father. Life can get crazy, and Craig turns to investments to help keep is business mind on track. With cryptocurrency on the rise, Craig educates us on this new emerging market. Do you own Bitcoin?

John Burk joins ICONiCAST to discuss what it takes to be an entrepreneur in today's evolving market. TV deals, new businesses, and newly married, John knows a thing or two about managing time. What does your weekly schedule look like?

Emily Hayden joins ICONiCAST to share how she developed into the leader she is today. As an ICON of the fitness industry, she wants to help lead the community by example. Do you have what it takes to be a leader?

Evan Childs and Raymond Querido join ICONiCAST to discuss what it is like to be leaders of their own communities, basketball, and how they run their business. Can you dunk?

Brian Shaw and LeRoy Walker join ICONiCAST to talk about the mindset it takes to reach the top. Brian Shaw (4x World's Strongest Man) and LeRoy Walker (Bench Press World Record Holder) want to leave their stamp on this world. What will be your legacy?