Look Good Move Well

A look at why it happens, and how to cope - without another trip down the shame spiral express. Before we get into today’s podcast, I want to remind you all that a new cycle of my Persist training program starts Monday, July 1. Persist is designed to help you look good and move well and you can try one third of the next six week training cycle absolutely free. If you have ever gotten value from an episode of this podcast, imagine how much you will get from everything I know as a coach, poured into a training program you can do anywhere, on your schedule. But you’ve got to feel it to believe it. Choose from over 5 ongoing training tracks to build strength and muscle week by week, or try our brand new Oly Building workshop! Head to functional-bodybuilding.com/persist to get started.

Our new program combining Olympic lifting and bodybuilding is coming to Persist! And Satya’s taking it on. Here’s a sneak peek at the program and how to match nutrition to your training goals. Find Oly Building inside the Persist program at https://functional-bodybuilding.com/persist/ starting in July.

Program hoppers, this one’s for you. If you’re always hunting for the next best thing, it might be an issue of trust. What does it look like to give yourself over to the process, and trust yourself to see it through? Sponsor: Kreatures of Habit www.kreaturesofhabit.com/MARCUS Promo Codes: MARCUS - 20% off

Grab a pen and paper - it’s quiz time. With this 360 degree fitness audit, you’ll see how you’re doing in 8 key areas of health. Which ones surprised you? SPONSOR: LMNT If you find it hard to hydrate, give LMNT a try - especially right before your workout. DrinkLMNT.com/MarcusFilly

Marcus shares an update on his mental and physical switch from getting hyper lean to gaining weight on purpose. Plus a must-have if you’re going through a body transformation. SPONSOR: Kreatures of Habit  www.kreaturesofhabit.com/MARCUS  CODE: MARCUS

Want to run a marathon and lift 500 pounds? You’re in luck - we’ll break down exactly how to do it. Sponsor: Transparent Labs www.transparentlabs.com CODE: MARCUS for 10% off

Whatever your strength goal may be, sometimes it takes a long time to get there - with many twists and turns. Satya shares her ambitious path, with some mental and training takeaways.

What’s the deal with glucose monitors, and is that something you should try? What glucose is, what it does, and whether you should be paying attention.   Episode Sponsor MARCUS - 20% off www.kreaturesofhabit.com/MARCUS  

A listener writes in who struggles with the addictive feeling of high intensity fitness, and giving up the idea that he has to “earn” his food. SPONSOR LINK LMNT - https://drinklmnt.com/marcusfilly

Have you ever gotten wise to a fitness trend you realized was basically a scam? We give our takes on the top myths and scams from Reddit’s women’s fitness community - these are helpful for all genders to hear. Today’s episode is about that feeling of being hoodwinked by all the fitness noise out there and realizing that what really works is a few simple lifestyle changes repeated over and over. And seeing my own friends and family so confused about fitness was one of the main reasons I started my free email newsletter. Even if people never sign up for my programs, it makes me so happy to be able to share this free resource that put simples, in-depth training and nutrition knowledge in your inbox every single week. So if you haven’t already, head over and sign up at functional-bodybuilding.com/free/ . Now on to the show.

The formula for weight loss is simple. So why is it so hard? Here’s where the science meets your actual life - and the one mistake many people make.

Are you scared to slow down and rest? A lot of go-getters are - but it could be just the ticket for better muscle and strength gains. So let us help you put your rest day fears to rest. Sponsor Transparent Labs: https://athlete.transparentlabs.com/marcus7 Code: MARCUS for 10% off

Is there such a thing? Can you eat too many carbs? Or are you not eating enough? Come on in and clear your carb confusion. Sponsor: LMNT You can try a free sample pack of LMNT with any purchase at http://drinklmnt.com/MarcusFilly to fuel your hydration with 8 delicious flavors including my favorite, Citrus Salt.

What are the foods that you cannot control yourself around, and what are your strategies for dealing with them? That’s the question we asked you all, and we got some terrific responses. Treat yourself to this episode and enjoy the foods you love.

Have you ever spent hours agonizing over the perfect workout program, training split, or brand of protein powder? You might be missing the big picture and the chance to make serious progress. We answer the questions you don’t need to sweat, so you can take the big wins to the bank. Sponsor: Transparent Labs https://athlete.transparentlabs.com/marcus7

Chasing fitness can feel like endlessly pursuing more money - where “enough” is always out of reach. If getting fit didn’t magically fix all your problems, let’s talk about where to go from here.

Despite knowing that less can be more, many of us still struggle to change our behavior. Today, I want to dive into why that is. I've been there, gradually cutting back on my own training hours, and let me tell you, it wasn't easy. I had all these doubts creeping in about losing my identity as an athlete, my strength, and even how I'd look. But here's the thing: I've learned that it's all about finding balance and embracing new ways to stay fit. It's not about doing everything or nothing at all. So, if you're feeling hesitant about dialing things back, know that you're not alone. But trust me, it's worth it.

Our priorities around body image change as our lives are filled with more responsibilities. Here’s our take on staying confident without paying too much of a price.

Simplifying goals, such as focusing on consistently completing three weight training sessions per week, can lead you to better results and increased adherence. Today, we’ll discuss the importance of setting realistic goals and avoiding overly ambitious targets, advocating for the principle that "less is more" when it comes to training frequency.

The CrossFit Open is upon us - but is it a good idea to test your absolute limit of fitness? We cover the pros and cons of pushing yourself and how and when to select an appropriate challenge to help you grow. Sponsor: http://drinklmnt.com/MarcusFilly