The Top 5 Things We’d Do Differently If We Started Our Fitness Journey Today

If we were starting our health and fitness journeys over today, these are the 5 critical lessons we would apply from day one. In this episode, we break down the biggest mistakes we made, what we’d do differently, and how you can skip the trial and error to fast-track your own success.

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We cover:
✔️ The importance of tracking your workouts and data—stop wandering through the gym without a plan
✔️ Why spending more time at maintenance calories (instead of constant dieting or bulking) is the real key to sustainable progress
✔️ How to avoid wasting money on unnecessary supplements and which ones are actually worth it
✔️ The power of having a clear vision and purpose behind your fitness goals to stay motivated long-term
✔️ Why daily movement outside of workouts is a game-changer for overall health and fat loss

This is the advice we wish someone gave us at the start. If you’re just beginning—or even if you’ve been at it for a while—this episode will help you avoid common pitfalls and focus on what really matters.

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Timestamps:

00:00 The Importance of a Clear Vision
02:59 Tracking Progress: The Key to Success
06:03 The Role of Progressive Overload
09:03 Mindset and Training Intensity
12:00 The Impact of Technology on Fitness
14:58 Strength Training as a Foundation
17:59 Conclusion and Key Takeaways
18:12 The Pitfalls of Forever Dieting
19:10 Understanding Maintenance and Reverse Dieting
21:43 The Journey to Recovery from Eating Disorders
25:28 Body Image and the Pursuit of Lean
27:12 The Cycle of Bulking and Cutting
30:22 The Importance of Maintenance Calories
33:49 Overspending on Supplements
37:44 Understanding Personal Purpose and Goals
40:24 The Importance of Purpose and Meaning
42:47 Redefining Goals and Finding Your Why
46:56 Sustaining Motivation Beyond Achievements
49:52 Exercise as a Foundation of Health
51:58 The Role of Movement in Daily Life

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