Brandon Rynka is a strength and endurance adventure athlete, speaker and writer. This podcast focuses on self-optimization, fulfillment and health and wellness insights and philosophies from leading health practitioners and experts in a variety of fields
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Intro: Excuse Maker (3:40) Not using your home gym (9:30) Doesn't prioritize one's health (12:51) Person with poor movement mechanics, bad form, lots of imbalances/nagging issues (20:42)
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The under-consumption of protein is a BIG problem in our society, leading to poor health, rising obesity numbers, and many avoidable issues (00:30) Eat breakfast (12:18) Protein shakes (20:00) Eat more frequent, smaller meals (24:18) Prioritize protein (27:22) Strength train: follow a progressive resistance training program (31:16)…
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FBA Guest Ep #41 - Explosive Athlete Coach, Simon Bungate, Owner of Cleanshred: Explosive Athlete Training
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Simon's athletic and fitness background (1:28) Carving a path outside of "fatloss" coaching (6:22) How to navigate the fitness space and discover credible coaches worth listening to (11:13) Importance of training to become more explosive (13:27) Top priorities for developing strength in the youth and those new to training (19:03) Common missing tra…
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Introduction - The importance of daily rituals Exercise (4:25) Eat .8 g of protein per lb. of BW min/day (9:50) Get outside (14:58) Read (19:25) Learn about health and fitness (26:20) Nurture my passion/calling in life (33:30) Eat whole foods 80-95% of the time (37:08)
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On this episode we do a deep dive into the what, why and how of "phasing" your workouts. I start off the episode explaining what phasing your workouts can look like and throughout the episode share insight into the importance of approaching your training in this intelligent manner. For quality results, less set backs and a healthier body, phasing y…
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Why doing too much too soon is a failing strategy for so many (0:00) Reframing what success means (3:30) Examples of starting small and how to collect small consistent wins (9:55) The overlooked psychological effect of constantly failing at your goals/not doing what you say you're going to do (25:20)…
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Why I believe the BR365 Strength Lab needed to be opened Why most gyms & training studios don't produce good long-term results and leave most people wanting better results. Problems that most gyms/classes and exercise modalities don't solve for its members/community (2:30) There's a HUGE missing link between what people THINK they want, and what th…
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FBA Ep #67 - "(Almost) Everything You Need to Know about BR365 Strength Lab...August 1, gym doors open"
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Being a mindful consumer, know what gym's truly offer; what to expect from the type of training you're doing. Detailed outline of the classes we offer (9:04) Membership types, and which membership might be best for YOU (your goals, experience, life-style) (19:33) Important things to consider (27:21) Knowing how to workout properly is essential to i…
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The client/trainer relationship, responsibility to one another Self-discipline (11:04) Trust (16:16) Self-awareness + personal accountability (24:23) Long term focus (30:03) Self-educating (39:04)
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On this episode I discuss the benefits and importance of result based training, and why this training approach is the true answer to solving many of the health issues society is currently experiencing , ranging from obesity, weight management, mental health issues, exercise inconsistency, chronic pain, hormone issues, low levels of testosterone and…
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Podcast Intro (00:30) Books (2:36) Failures (12:20) Experiences (23:16) Connections (33:50)
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Understanding how powerful and influential who you interact with truly is Mentor (3:46) Supportive Partner (9:02) Coach (periodic) (15:55) Friends/people who are genuinely happy for you (22:22) Balanced person (27:14)
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Importance of hiring, working with a good trainer. Understanding value. Elite trainers (5:28) Mediocre trainers (18:22) Bad trainers (27:49)
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The benefits you can see from making these 3 simple adjustments (0:00) Mistake #1 (2:47) Mistake #2 (15:32) Mistake #3 (26:34)
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Understanding the science and art of weight training and the importance of rep ranges Strength (4:47) Hypertrophy (9:48) Strength endurance (13:53) Fat Loss (16:22) Blended undulated training (20:18) Performance (25:20) SFR Online Training Programs - https://payhip.com/BrandonRynka365
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The Importance of holding onto muscle. How the typical, advertised approach to losing weight is failing 90% ... Stop doing this. Training sessions: Adaptation > calorie burn Example of how losing weight can actually still lead to a higher body fat percentage.
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My personal experience behind human development, and personal leadership (00:55) Feed your mind daily (4:15) Nurture your health and body daily (13:07) Schedule and structure your days (23:34)
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On this episode of the 'Fear Being Average' podcast I talk about the over-correction of "acceptance/woke culture" and how it's doing far more harm than good. This short-cited, irresponsible message is not only neglecting basic human psychology, but aiding in the rise of mental health issues and a growing number of obese individuals, most notably, o…
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The staying in shape struggle (00:58) The elimination method works for any diet...for a short period of time (2:22) Calories in vs calories out (4:25) Why fitness businesses rely on challenges, and why this is a telling sign of an inadequate approach to body adaptation (5:34) You should see consistent adaptation (body development) throughout the ye…
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Why I created the SFR (Strong. Fit. Resilient) Training System (0:00) SFR Explained (2:30) Training is result driven...different than exercise (5:00) SFR Programs explained (8:00) How each Program Compliments each other, importance of following a structured phased program (16:00) Adaptation focused training / Group coaching benefit (19:45) The bene…
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FBA Guest Ep #40 - "Author of 'Ultimate Abs', UK Fitness Expert, The Fitness Maverick, Gareth Sapstead"
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Intro portion Navigating life as a new father (4:45) Gareth's start in fitness (12:08) The biggest issues revolving around online coaching currently + the best qualities of the online fitness industry presently (18:57) "Ultimate Abs" Book, how'd it come to be? (30:00) The 2 biggest things people are doing wrong who want to build their abs, accordin…
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On this episode I highlight the differences between exercise and training, as well as discuss the value of each. https://brandonrynka365.com/product/monthly-plan/ - If you're looking for a training plan, check out the SFR System
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Introduction (0:00) Detailed Benefits: Full Body Workout (6:50) Great Form of Conditioning (10:12) Dynamic/fun/versatile (14:34) Adaptability to all ages/experience levels (18:20) Build Muscle + Burn Body Fat (21:46) Work Capacity (24:35) Work around injuries/pains (30:25)
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Entitlement and blind self-acceptance is causing our demise Covid-19 highlighted people who weren't ready for a challenge. Military confirms we're far weaker than ever before. Obesity epidemic Adele dramatic fat loss and health turn around - "She looks better" is not false. Mental health crisis Lack of movement is slowly killing us (mentally and ph…
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Understanding the value of 3 day full body. Result Driven Routine (:30) What does 3 day full body look like? (3:51) Science backed research on increased body part training frequency (6:02) Recuperating the CNS (Central Nervous System) - Optimal recovery. Muscle Protein Synthesis Response (13:17) The unpredictability of life (18:00) Creates a more w…
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Kick-ass New Intro (0:00) Group challenges are failing you (:30) Mass goals (7:45) Takes you away from listening to your body (11:42) Often very extreme/unrealistic (15:05) Short lived, quick result driven. Creates poor relationship with exercise & health (24:57) Terrible exit strategy (28:24) Injuries/pains/adrenal fatigue (HPA axis dysfunction) (…
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Why it's so important to add lean muscle mass (1:26) The effects of sarcopenia (3:22) Maximizing muscle gain/muscle loss prevention (8:58) Boosting testosterone (14:44) Progressive Resistance Training - Explanation (17:34) Protein Power (21:58) Power training (24:38) Lifestyle structure for slowing down age related muscle loss (27:45) https://brand…
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FBA Ep #48 - "Are You Training Hard Enough to Build Muscle?" Health, Fitness & Performance Series
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Topics covered: Understanding how a muscle grows. Importance of sending the right "muscle building" signal. "2 in the tank" Principle Understanding RPE Progressive overload explained "Ramping up" your sets Benefits of failure training with an experienced lifter, once in a while Expected appetite response…
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FBA - Ep #47 "What to Look For From a Good Nutrition Coach" - Health, Fitness & Performance Series
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Intro: The importance of a good nutrition coach. Understanding this process better. (1:35) No Meal Plans (16:36) Behavior focused (20:48) Open communication (25:29) Individualized adjustments/planning for your goals (28:29) Not fast-forwarding the process, just because (i.e. skipping phases) (33:29) Health first approach (39:07) Long term success m…
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Intro: Why the advice of "just avoid that" is doing more harm than good. Exercise 1 (8:10) Exercise 2 (17:15) Exercise 3 (22:55) Exercise 4 (27:00) Exercise 5 (32:03) Exercise 6 (37:00) Exercise 7 (41:45)
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FBA Ep #45 - "6 Keys to Adding 10 LBs of Lean Muscle in 12 Months" - Health, Fitness & Performance Series
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Why muscle is so important. Boosting your health span (1:28) Have the proper mindset (14:04) Periodization/program phasing (22:46) Progressive overload (27:48) Eating more protein/increasing clean calories (38:26) Optimizing recovery (45:30) Stay consistent (50:55) https://brandonrynka365.com/product/monthly-plan/ - SFR (Strong. Fit. Resilient) Tra…
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FBA Ep #44 - "5 Easy Ways to Consume More Clean Muscle Building Calories" - Health, Fitness & Performance Series
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Intro: The importance of eating more clean calories and giving your body the nutrients it needs to thrive (recover faster, build strong bones, ligaments, joints, have healthy skin/hair & gut, improved energy, mood and hormonal profile). Post-workout ready (8:53) Include more "quality" oils in your diet (15:04) Don't skip breakfast or meals (27:28) …
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FBA Ep #43 - "Best & Safest Exercises & Methods to Start Strength Training" - FBA Health, Fitness & Peformance Series
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Intro: How strength training is more complex and detailed than just "exercising" and how doing it the right way has greater effects than you may initially realize (1:35) Isometrics (10:16) Carries (17:08) Sled work (25:20) Band work (32:01) Mobility work (36:23) Body weight training (41:49)
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Navigating the health and fitness space intelligently (1:23) Follow a plan (6:28) Resistance train/Build a base of strength (10:00) Start slow(er) rather than too fast (19:05) View your fitness journey as a life-style (26:38) Share your goal/desire with family & friends - create a support network (35:10) Have some form of external accountability (4…
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FBA Ep #41 - "Why Most People Should Follow a Workout plan" - Health, Fitness & Performance series
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On this episode of the Fear Being Average podcast, I share insight into the value of following a proven, well programmed training plan. I look at the differences between a non-structured approach to working out compared to a well thought-out approach. I also share insight into the characteristics of a "result driven" training plan vs exercising for…
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FBA Guest Ep #39 - The Power of Resiliency; Accessing your Internal Resiliency” W/ Kwesi Millington
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On this episode I chat with resiliency expert, corporate and youth speaker, and Author of ‘Rise Above’ & ‘The Rise Journal’ Kwesi Millington. Kwesi was a former Police officer who was wrongly acquitted and imprisoned for 2 and a half years. Kwesi used the power of resiliency to make the best out of the unjust situation to not only help himself but …
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FBA Guest Ep #38 - "Learning to deal with adversity; becoming more socially responsible" w/ Aegis MMA Owners, Lyndon Whitlock & Lucas Chaston
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On this episode I chat with the owners of Aegis MMA, Lyndon Whitlock and Lucas Chaston. Aegis MMA has produced multiple world champions and continues to be a community leader in promoting physical fitness, personal empowerment, self-defence and mixed martial arts. We discuss the problems society is currently facing. The importance of social account…
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Intro: (1:30) 1. Focus on the journey of health (7:21), Prepare for success (13:21), Get your steps in (19:18), Join an accountability group (24:44), Strength train 2 x / week at minimum (30:00) , Remove temptation (37:33), Get those closest to you on board (41:58), Ask for help/take complete ownership of your situation (46:42)…
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Ep #39 - “I haven’t been sick in 10+ years. Here’s how.” FBA Health, Fitness & Performance Series
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Enjoy today’s episode! On this episode I can about my own personal experience and the remedies and life style choices that have kept my body healthy and strong for over a decade+.
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Ep #38 - "5 steps to becoming Instantly happier & more successful" - FBA Health, fitness & performance series
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Intro (1:40) Take complete ownership (4:15) Follow a workout regime (18:10) Create real structure in your life (25:28) Remove distractions (35:36) Pursue activities that align with your ultimate goal in life (42:56) @brandonrynka365 brandonrynka365.com
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FBA Guest Episode #37 - "Greg Sutton, Owner of Evolve to Excel, Online Nutrition Coaching Company"
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Episode details: @evolvetoexcel Greg's journey to becoming a nutrition and fitness coach. His history in this space. What a good coach does well (1:05) Importance of becoming a better communicator to help clients excel (4:35) Articulating a holistic approach to getting clients lasting results (7:06) The power of analogies to help clients view healt…
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Ep #37 - "Everyday foods that are actually Super Foods" - FBA Health, Fitness & Performance Series
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Introduction, what categorizes a super food (1:33) Every Day Super Food 1: (7:43) Every Day Super Food 2: (14:10) Every Day Super Food 3: (18:55) Every Day Super Food 4: (23:26) Every Day Super Food 5: (27:45) Every Day Super Food 6: (30:56) Every Day Super Food 7: (34:35) Every Day Super Food 8: (38:38)…
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Introduction (1:00) Workout at the time of day you feel your best...if you can (3:20) Engage in new spaces/exercise modalities. Challenge the status quo (8:24) Focus on how exercise & working out makes you FEEL (14:12) Look at food as fuel for better health and performance (20:42) Do something active everyday (29:28) Join a community of like minded…
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Intro What does motivation look like; the unexpected benefits of being highly motivated (1:40) I listen to inspiring people doing cool stuff & read about tools to be successful (12:15) I set goals (17:18) I think about & envision my ideal life (24:45) I create new exciting endeavors in business and in life (31:44) I try not to consume 'mediocrity' …
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Ep #34 - "6 Sure-Fire Ways to Boost Your Testosterone Naturally" - FBA Health, Fitness & Performance Series
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Get Kion (Supplements) Coupon Code Sponsorship Link https://glnk.io/j6vy/brandonrynka365 - Your coupon code: BR365 for 10% OFF My preferred products: The Strength Bundle: Protein Powder, Creatine & Amino's (recovery & muscle enhancer) BR365 Strength Squad - Annual Membership $99.99 - Price goes up Nov. 1 - https://brandonrynka365.com/br365-strength…
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Ep #33 - "Reverse dieting Explained.. Why it's a must for so many" - FBA Podcast Health, Fitness & Performance Series
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Mainstream focus on dieting (1:30) "Why do I hold onto weight even though I'm eating in a calorie deficit" (5:50) Problems with eating 'low' too for an extended period of time (10:04) The reverse dieting process (13:44)
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Ep #32 - "An ideal 6-7 day training plan for Most Busy people" - FBA Podcast, Health, Fitness & Performance Series
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Importance of finding time for physical practices throughout a busy day (1:35) Oxymoron? 6-7 days per week for a BUSY person? (6:54) Chronic stress symptoms. How structured movement and exercise can actually enhance all areas of your life (9:50) The weekly breakdown: (20:56)
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What does healthy eating consist of, really look like? (4:01) Where did this myth of "eating healthy is expensive" come from? Let's break this down. (13:11) Protein on a budget (19:55) Healthy carbs on a budget (27:34) Healthy fats on a budget (35:50)
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What are accessory exercises (1:41) Benefits of accessory exercises/movements (7:00) Main accessory exercises to throw into your routine - i.e. "Secondary Exercises" (20:04) List of awesome accessory movements per muscle group (covering the entire body, muscle by muscle) (32:50)
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What does proper 'reverse aging' look like? (1:32) What are the Blue Zones & what can they teach us about living to 100 and staying healthy into advanced age? (7:42) Main Western Principles worth attending to & their effect on our health span. (19:40) How to successfully adopt these principles in everyday life. (38:52)…
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