The True Grit Strength Podcast

On this special Thanksgiving episode, we wanted to acknowledge that everyone has different needs and goals when it comes to dieting and social gatherings. So we wanted to share some strategies so you can stay aligned with your fitness & nutrition goals, while still enjoying all the things this holiday has to offer! Happy Thanksgiving, y'all!

How can you ensure that you do everything in your power to live a long, healthy, fulfilling life? Control the controllable! In this episode we discuss the idea of using strength training to prevent and recover from common health conditions as well as chronic pain and injury. Strength solves a lot of problems, but more importantly it also prevents a lot of problems. The best way you can insure yourself against future injuries or health issues is to get stronger, starting today. Tune in to find out how!

October 23rd marked the ONE YEAR anniversary of the True Grit Strength Podcast! In this episode we share the Top 5 most played episodes of the show along with our personal favorites. Whether you've been a fan since the beginning or you're new to the show, there's a little something for everyone in this episode so give it a listen and share with a friend! Thank you for listening and supporting our show for the last year! We appreciate your support and hope we've made an impact on your journey like you have made on ours. Want to submit an idea for a future show? Email ryan@truegritstrength.com and let us know!

This week we're bringing you 3 different questions for our Q&A episode! Tune in to find out more about eating protein for weight loss, the best exercises to grow your glutes, and how to stick with your workouts when you just don't want to. Want to submit a question for a future episode? Email ryan@truegritstrength.com.

Sometimes routines can be exhausting. The typical weekday grind can leave us feeling depleted and craving some much needed free time. However sometimes we need more than just rest and relaxation. Show Up Saturday is a challenge to take advantage of your free time to break out of your normal habits and push yourself in a new way. When we change up our routines, focus on something new, and show up for ourselves, we often discover that we're capable of more than we think! This can pay off big when it comes to finding and creating more overall balance in your life. Tune in to learn how!

Not all movement is about lifting weights or going on a run. Sometimes getting out of the gym and sneaking in exercise doing something you enjoy is a great way to boost your activity levels, learn a new skill, or engage in some friendly competition! This week we're going over some new and different ways of moving your body and how picking up a new hobby can give you a much needed boost of motivation and purpose.

In the second episode of our “Types of Movement” series, we discuss everyday strength! How strong do we need to be to navigate our everyday lives with ease and without pain? It might seem like pain with aging is normal but in this episode we work to flip this narrative. Weightlifting isn't just for the gym bros...it is actually essential if we want to live long, independent lives that we can navigate easily. Tune in to learn more about how to train for the demands of your everyday life!

In the first episode of our “Types of Movement” series, we dive into...Rucking! We've been getting a lot of head turns and confused looks recently when we mention our Rucking adventures, so we wanted to share what Rucking is all about, who it's good for, and the many health benefits of this simple, but highly effective form of exercise. If you hate cardio, this episode is for you! Resources & Credits: GoRuck - What is Rucking? A Deep Dive Into Rucking by Michael Easter Questions: ryan@truegritstrength.com

There are a lot of barriers that tend to keep most American's inactive and unable to meet the Physical Activity Guidelines set by the CDC. This has a huge impact on our health and wellbeing. If finding time and energy for longer workouts is hard for you, finding a low-effort, daily, movement practice can do wonders for your health. In just 10 minutes a day, you can create a better relationship with moving your body. Tune in to this episode to find out how!

This episode isn't about sleeping more, meditation, bubble baths, or aromatherapy. While those things can help manage the symptoms of stress, we're digging into deeper tactics you can use to cope with stress on a daily basis. Stress is inevitable, but with these strategies, you'll learn how to create space for the thing that matters most...your health and wellbeing.

In this episode, we share our thoughts around perseverance as a personality trait and how it's possible...and even necessary to develop this trait over time if you want to achieve your goals. Perseverance isn't just about "sticking with it" when things get hard. We dig deeper into adaptability, passion, and goal setting so that you can keep going the next time you think quitting is your only option.

After a 3 week hiatus, we couldn't think of a better topic to discuss as we get back into recording the show! Focusing our energy on progress over perfection can be an extremely valuable skill for long-term success. If you often throw in the towel when things don't align perfectly in your favor, or you consistently feel like you need to "pause" on your health goals until things settle down, this episode is just for you.

Navigating social events while still honoring your nutrition goals can be stressful. With Summer in full swing, we share our strategies for how to handle common social scenarios that can make sticking to your nutrition goals feel impossible. In this episode, you'll learn all of our tips and tricks for how to create balance and learn how to let loose and enjoy yourself, without going completely overboard. Join us as we break down three common social situations we routinely find ourselves in and give strategies for how we've learned to adapt to our environment while holding our boundaries.

After a bit of a hiatus, we're back with Part II of our Q&A! In this episode, we answer 3 listener questions around flexibility with your macro targets, eating too much meat, and how to grow massive quads. Want to submit a question for a future episode? Email ryan@truegritstrength.com and we'll address it on the next episode!

How long do you wait after an injury to start training again? How much strength do you lose after a month off from training? How do you get your friends and/or family to "take the plunge" and start working out? In this weeks episode we answer these 3 questions from our listeners. ===== Get your limited edition GRIT T-Shirt here Use code: LAUNCH20 to get 20% off

Accountability is one of those things most people recognize they need more of, but usually, only look to external sources to find it. In this episode, we share how our past experiences have taught us that the key to building accountability with yourself has to come from within. If you're struggling to follow through on goals you've set for yourself, this episode is for you.

Today we're doing a deep dive into the world of macro counting! In this episode you'll learn what macronutrients are, the benefits of macro counting, and how to get started with this flexible diet approach! Even if you don't have a desire to incorporate macro counting as part of your diet plan, this episode provides some foundational knowledge when it comes to understanding the caloric value of food and the benefits of a balanced diet! Resources: Macro Calculator Macro Guide

Ever wondered why you're unable to lose weight even though you're following your diet? In this episode, we're going to dive deep into understanding energy balance (how we consume and burn calories), and what all the popular diets on the market have in common. You'll also learn a step-by-step process to finding your ideal caloric needs and how to choose a diet that's perfect for you. Resources: BMR + Macro Calculator (use this to find your maintenance calories!)

It's an all too common cycle in the world of dieting...you're eating and feeling great until you get bored and hit a wall. Before you know it you're elbow deep in a bag of Doritos and surrounded by take-out containers. So you beat yourself up for a couple of days, then decide to start fresh on Monday. Sound familiar? In this episode, we discuss the painful diet cycle and how to find a more balanced, sustainable approach to healthy food choices. So you can be healthy, achieve your goals, and eat a few Doritos.

One of the most common complaints I hear from people who are struggling to stay on track with their fitness goals is, "I don't have time." And that's unequivocally not true. We all have time … it's just a matter of how we spend it. In this episode, we talk about how time management and mindset influence our actions (or inaction!). Questions about this episode or want some time-saving strategies? Do you work more than 70 hours a week? I want to hear from you! Email me at ryan@truegritstrength.com and let's talk.

Cardiooougghhhh.....Love it or hate it, cardio is great for improving your heart health and overall fitness levels. But do you need to grind away on the treadmill or go for a long run in the hot sun if you don't enjoy it? Probably not... Is it the only way to achieve your fitness goals? Definitely not... In this episode, we will break down: ❤️ Why you should do cardio

In this episode, we're continuing our celebration of Women's History Month by diving into the benefits of strength training for women and the power of shifting focus from losing to gaining. Regardless of where you are in your health and fitness journey, we want to share with you some lesser-known benefits of getting strong and building a body (and mindset) that's here for the long-haul.

In honor of Women's History Month, we're going to be diving into different topics around empowering women in fitness! All month long we will be discussing some of the issues, stereotypes, and messages that are portrayed in today's media around what it means for women to be healthy and fit. In this episode, we discuss the stigma around women and weight loss, the impact of marketing and media, and how to look beyond the latest cleanse, beach body, or booty band workout, so you can navigate your fitness journey feeling empowered and capable of tackling anything. Resources: Join my free Weekly Workout Club Get Coaching Schedule a Free Weight Loss Consultation Need help losing weight or kickstarting your fitness journey? Email me at ryan@truegritstrength.com and I'm happy to get you started on the right path.

When two people are on separate pages as far as diet and exercise go, how do you get on the same page? In this episode, we address a listener question regarding navigating nutrition in a relationship. Rachel and I share our own experience with this and give some tips for how to work through this in your relationship!

When life throws you a curveball and forces you to drop everything, we can adapt or we can retreat. But in the bigger picture of health and longevity, a shift in priorities could be the best option. In this episode, we talk about how to align your expectations and priorities so you can get back on your feet when the coast is clear.

We've got a new round of listener questions to dive into today! In this episode, we'll discuss measuring improvements in your general health, our picks for the top exercises in each main muscle group, how to make sure your mindset is rock solid, and prioritizing recovery when training to grow muscle mass. ========== Episode Resources: Strong Core Training Guide Strong Core 7-Day Challenge 6 Movements to Build Strength At Any Age Or Stage Of Life

We're back for another Q&A filled with some amazing questions from our audience around generating motivation, boosting your metabolism, and muscle loss during long breaks from the gym! Have a question you'd like answered on our show? Email them to ryan@truegritstrength.com and we'll address it on a future episode!

In this episode we continue our conversation from last week about how to keep moving forward and stay consistent with your goals when things get tough!

When you're just getting started with a new habit, motivation is high, intentions are good, desire to change is strong. But what happens weeks, months, and even years down the road when the excitement has died down, motivation is weak, and things are just...HARD? In this two-part episode, we talk over how to stay focused when the goin' gets tough.

Today we're talking about the pros and cons of fitness challenges, how to decide if you should do a fitness challenge, AND how to find one that's right for you! ---------------- Show Notes: Join The Comeback Athlete 8-Week Challenge Questions? Concerns? Thoughts? Email them all to ryan@truegritstrength.com

What do you care about? What matters most to you? Are your goals and daily actions reflective of these values? If not, sticking to those New Year's resolutions come March could be extremely difficult. In this episode, we'll walk you through how to make sure your goals are aligned with your values and that you have the systems in place to take action when things get hard!

In our first-ever Q&A episode, we dive into answering 3 questions from our listeners. We discuss my coaching mentors, how I got started in the fitness industry, the best bodyweight exercise for life, and how to get your first pull-up.

Ditch your cookie-cutter New Years Resolutions and tune in to this episode, as we discuss 5 tips for setting sustainable goals and planning for long-term success in the year ahead! ------- Show Notes: Purchase True Grit Strength Gift Cards: https://www.truegritstrength.com/shop FREE Coaching Office Hours: https://calendly.com/truegritstrength/client-check-in or Email ryan@truegritstrength.com with the subject line "#goals" to get help with your 2021 goal planning!

When we take the time to reflect on our success and our failures we gain valuable insight into our lives. With the new year approaching, we wanted to use this episode to discuss the power of reflection and how you can use it to your advantage for a more successful 2021!

Failure can send you down the path of self-doubt, frustration, and feeling helpless. However, when you know how to use failure to your advantage, you can develop the type of discipline and strength that will truly move the needle forward in your life and your goals. In this episode, we'll dive into the 4 blessings of failure and how to use failure to your advantage.

On this special Thanksgiving episode, we wanted to acknowledge that everyone has different needs and goals when it comes to dieting and social gatherings. So we wanted to share some strategies so you can stay aligned with your fitness & nutrition goals, while still enjoying all the things this holiday has to offer! Happy Thanksgiving, y'all!

When you train the right way for your body, you will unlock endless possibilities for what you're capable of doing. Are you ready to beat the odds and make a comeback to reclaim your athleticism and even surpass your previous level of fitness? This episode is for you. ---------- Get the FREE Comeback Athlete Workout Guide (including 10 FREE Workouts): https://bit.ly/38ZUXe1

Whether you realize it or not...you're at a crossroads. Every day we're faced with the decision to navigate our lives as we currently are, or to take action to be better. Will you wait 5 more years to tackle your health and fitness goals? Or in five years will you be proud of the choices you made today? Tune in to episode 4 of The True Grit Strength Podcast to hear our strategies for making a comeback to the gym and taking control of your health and fitness.

Have you ever thought about the stories you tell yourself every day? In this episode, we discuss how our self-talk ultimately dictates our outcomes and if we want to change our outcomes, we need to change up the script. It's time to write a different story. Tune in to find out how.

In this episode, Rachel shares her origin story and how she overcame mental and physical barriers to fitness, redefined self-care, and changed what it means to form healthy boundaries and to truly take care of herself. This is a good one y'all, listen in!

In our first ever episode of the True Grit Strength Podcast, Ryan shares how he made a comeback that changed his life forever...