The Arsenal of Hope Podcast

In this episode, we discuss the 22 hours I spent running around Belle Isle and the impact it had on me. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this long awaited episode, we discuss the challenges of fundraising, not using HGTV to benchmark your project timeline, and the Clark W. Griswold of Halloween. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss our unexpected hiatus and a lesson on affecting change in your community. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss life lessons that we can take from Flight 93. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss using objective data to make decisions and problem solve to help us reach our goals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss keeping an open mind, not in just how we eat, but also how we exercise. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we get caught up on the happenings of the last couple months and revisit submaximal training and minimalist running. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss why being a ‘Yes Man' could help you on your journey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we recap the first movement seminar at Victory and talk about functional movement and what that means to you as we get older. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we talk about perception, expectation, and the root cause of long term motivation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss how lessons learned in engineering can help when applied to behavior change. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss how energy balance is the crucial component when it comes to weight loss, as well as the results of my most recent self-experiment. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I answer the question that I am asked most often by people...How do you get free stuff? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss how and when to plan what to do when you come to the end of a training plan and how to avoid back sliding from the progress that you made. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss my great uncle who recently passed and his wartime experience in WWII and how we can thrive regardless of what we went through. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss getting cut by Occam's Razor and identifying toxic motivation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss how to train and how to figure out what works best for you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss how to beat the polar vortex and enjoy the cold! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss supplements, what I take and do we need to take them? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss strategies to help us stay on track and successfully accomplish your goals! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we recap Ultra 12 and the year long journey trying to run one Ultra-distance race a month. I touch a little on lessons learned and what we have planned moving forward. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss rethinking what consistency means and how to scale it to our individual needs. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we recap Ultra 11 and talk about what our strongest weakest muscle. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we do a quick recap of Ultra #10 and preview of Ultra #11. We also discuss other variables that contribute to a healthy lifestyle; most notably empathy and servitude. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we recap Ultra #9, discuss #10 in less than two weeks, and we talk about some recent discoveries I've made. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we tackle work/life balance, as well as paying it forward. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I discuss Ultra 8 and I answer a few subscriber questions! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss the effects of Hicks Law on our everyday life...and if you don't know what Hicks Law is that's all the more reason to listen. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we talk about what happened during our brief hiatus, Ultra #7 and how to expand your horizons without going to the other side of the planet. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we recap Father's Day weekend, the start of the World Cup, and preview Ultra #6 of the year. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In today's episode, we discuss another aspect of living a healthy lifestyle which is personal enrichment through getting out of your comfort zone and giving back. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we follow up on a recent blog post about what to look for when choosing footwear and how it can effect, not only performance, but our health as well. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this abbreviated episode, we discuss how to manage our expectations when we fall short, as well as recovering from failures in different aspects of our journey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss how to create a virtual support system and why that's important to long-term success. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode of the podcast, we get into some Memorial Day thoughts and reflections, as well as how to identify and deal with binary thought processes that can keep us from accomplishing our goals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we recap Ultra #5 for the year and plans for next months race. I also get into using heart rate training protocols and working towards our why and how to keep from getting distracted. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this podcast, I talk about root cause analysis/FMEA for health and fitness goal back sliding, getting back on track and finding stride again. This is podcast is reinforces the recent blog post on arsenalofhope.org dealing with the same topic. - - - - -SHOUTOUTS- -FBomb, www.dropanfbomb.com -Saint Creative, www.saint-creative.com -kegenix, www.realketones.com -low carb USA, www.lowcarbusa.org -Keto Savage, ketobrick, www.ketosavage.com -last but never least, Merino Sheep --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I talk about my take aways and lessons learned during my two weeks of doing two training sessions a day. Be on the look out for AoH swag about to be released. SHOUTOUTS- -FBomb, www.dropanfbomb.com -Turkey Creek Pork Rinds, http://www.turkeycreeksnacks.com -Saint Creative, www.saint-creative.com -kegenix, www.realketones.com -low carb USA, www.lowcarbusa.org -Keto Savage, ketobrick, www.ketosavage.com -last but never least, Merino Sheep --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss the ‘C' word...well not that one...the one I'm talking about is Consistency. Regardless of the method or modality you use, consistency is the first variable that we need to evaluate or re-evaluate when we aren't getting the desired outcomes. SHOUTOUTS- -FBomb, www.dropanfbomb.com -Turkey Creek Pork Rinds, http://www.turkeycreeksnacks.com -Saint Creative, www.saint-creative.com -kegenix, www.realketones.com -low carb USA, www.lowcarbusa.org -Keto Savage, ketobrick, www.ketosavage.com -last but never least, Merino Sheep --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I go through a popular health and fitness magazine in an effort to help you weed through what is good and what isn't and how to read between the lines of clever advertising. SHOUTOUTS- -FBomb, www.dropanfbomb.com -Turkey Creek Pork Rinds, http://www.turkeycreeksnacks.com -Saint Creative, www.saint-creative.com -kegenix, www.realketones.com -low carb USA, www.lowcarbusa.org -Keto Savage, ketobrick, www.ketosavage.com -last but never least, Merino Sheep --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In today's episode, we discuss my evolving relationship with carbohydrates; from virtually eliminating them to seeing them as a need based macro. SHOUTOUTS- -FBomb, www.dropanfbomb.com -Turkey Creek Pork Rinds, http://www.turkeycreeksnacks.com -Saint Creative, www.saint-creative.com -kegenix, www.realketones.com -low carb USA, www.lowcarbusa.org -Keto Savage, ketobrick, www.ketosavage.com -last but never least, Merino Sheep --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we talk about race #4 of the year...technically an ultra or at least I'm considering it one. I also take a scatterbrained look at lactate threshold training; where we can use it and if it's right for everyone. - - - -Shout outs- -FBomb, www.dropanfbomb.com -Turkey Creek Pork Rinds, www.turkeycreeksnacks.com -Saint Creative, www.saint-creative.com -kegenix, www.realketones.com -low carb USA, www.lowcarbusa.org -Keto Savage, ketobrick, www.ketosavage.com -last but never least, Merino Sheep --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss ultra #3; training, race, fueling plans, equipment, and lessons learned. Notes- Race Equipment- Nike Therma Sphere Element Hoodie https://nikeoregonproject.com/products/therma-sphere-element-black-hybrid-running-hoodie (I do not have the Oregon Project version, just plain black, but it is no longer available at Nike. Under Armour Fat Tire 2-https://www.underarmour.com/en-us/mens-ua-fat-tire-2-running-shoes/pid1285684 Ultimate Direction Hard Rocker Vest-https://ultimatedirection.com/2017-hardrocker-vest/ Generation UCAN-https://www.generationucan.com/ SHOUTOUTS- -FBomb, www.dropanfbomb.com -Turkey Creek Pork Rinds, http://www.turkeycreeksnacks.com -Saint Creative, www.saint-creative.com -kegenix, www.realketones.com -low carb USA, www.lowcarbusa.org -Keto Savage, ketobrick, www.ketosavage.com -last but never least, Merino Sheep --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss preparing for Ultra #3 and little changes that have I gone through along the way, doing something is better than nothing and how that mentality can keep you on track, and I talk about the equipment I will use for the race. - - - - -SHOUTOUTS- -FBomb, www.dropanfbomb.com -Turkey Creek Pork Rinds -Saint Creative, www.saint-creative.com -kegenix, www.realketones.com -low carb USA, www.lowcarbusa.org -Keto Savage, ketobrick, www.ketosavage.com -last but never least, Merino Sheep --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss how a simple change in our environment can help us prevent compromising our goals and losing the day. I also talk about my feelings about cheat days. - - - Shout outs to F Bomb, www.dropanfbomb.com/ , Kegenix PRIME, https://realketones.com/ , Keto-Mojo, https://keto-mojo.com/ , Low Carb USA, https://www.lowcarbusa.org/ , Saint Creative, http://saint-creative.com/ , and as always, Merino Sheep! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In today's episode, we discuss not losing sight of why we are doing something and we get into scaling our inspiration; specifically not letting our inspirations lead to comparison. So if you're doing nothing, something is better than nothing, just make sure you scale that something. - - - Shout outs to F Bomb, www.dropanfbomb.com/ , Kegenix PRIME, https://realketones.com/ , Keto-Mojo, https://keto-mojo.com/ , Low Carb USA, https://www.lowcarbusa.org/ , Saint Creative, http://saint-creative.com/ , and as always, Merino Sheep! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode is dedicated to recovery. I talk about what strategies I used post-race and throughout the week to get me ready to start preparing for race #3. Shoutout to Keto Mojo, F Bomb, Saint Creative, and Merino Sheep. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this podcast, we discuss ultra marathon #2 of the year and what I've learned from finishing. Shoutout to Keto-Mojo, F Bomb, Saint Creative, and Merino Sheep! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In today's episode, I discuss what I've learned going into my second ultra race and how it will help me prepare for my race next month. I also discuss becoming fat adapted for racing and FBombs for fuel. Lastly, I talk about using metrics to aid in training and living a healthy lifestyle, as well as why I created Arsenal of Hope. Big shout outs to F Bomb, Keto Mojo, Saint Creative, and Merino Sheep! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss Magnesium and we take a look at Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and how we can use that to help with a variety of things like athletic performance, weight loss, and being a more mindful person. Check out the AoH website for show notes and helpful links dealing with HRV. As always, a big shout out to Saint Creative, F*Bomb, low carb USA, keto mojo, and last but not least...Merino Sheep --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we talk about making figurative omelettes, scaling training programs, and using heart rate to help you train more effectively. Shout outs to Low Carb USA, Keto Mojo, Saint Creative, and Merino Sheep --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app