The Nick Bare Podcast

I sit down with Michael Chernow to talk discipline that protects what matters: faith, family, fitness, and business. We unpack his non-negotiable morning routine, recovery and sobriety, hard boundaries with technology, and why leaders control the temperature at home.

Simple isn’t easy. Apply it every day, starting now.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction
02:47 Morning Routine Insights
12:49 The Power of Prayer and Sobriety
29:04 Faith and Spiritual Journey
37:49 Transformative Power of Faith
44:28 Overcoming Addiction and Finding Purpose
48:39 Setting Boundaries with Technology
54:47 Balancing Work and Family Life
01:05:50 The Power of Discipline and Commitment
01:21:12 Entrepreneurial Journey and Curiosity
01:32:41 Hitting Rock Bottom
01:38:53 The Turning Point
01:42:45 Rebuilding Through Wellness
01:49:03 Kreatures of Habit and Future Goals
01:56:29 The Power of Habits
01:58:50 Final Reflections

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In this episode, I break down five traits that consistently show up in people who win—then challenge you to apply them immediately. We talk thinking bigger, taking smart risks, staying consistent, and locking in focus when it gets hard. I pull lessons from leaders like Jeff Bezos and Phil Knight to show what those traits look like in real life—and how you can build them through daily reps.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
01:14 The Importance of Traits for Success
12:46 Jeff Bezos and the Power of Thinking Big
24:02 BPN's Journey and Vision
31:06 Calculated Risks and Success
41:03 The Birth of Nike
43:19 The Early Days of BPN
49:40 The Importance of Consistency
54:24 The Trap of Blind Consistency
01:00:01 Focus: Identifying Opportunities vs. Distractions
01:10:46 Adaptability and Resilience
01:15:19 The Day One Mentality
01:21:02 Conclusion

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I’m sharing the standards, the strategy, and the unseen work it takes to keep building BPN the right way. This episode includes the 2026 “Burn the Boats” manifesto, our five key initiatives, and the standards behind quality and product development going into 2026.

CHAPTERS
0:00: Intro
7:53: 2026 Brand Manifesto: Burn the Boats
17:25: 5 Key Initiatives (Overview)
18:44: Initiative #1: Unique Brand Positioning
25:36: Initiative #2: Intentional Product Development
30:45: Initiative #3: BPN Podcast Network Expansion
31:19: Initiative #4: Strategic Channel Strategy
36:34: Initiative #5: Position the Business for Scale
1:00:52: Quality Systems You Don’t See
1:14:27: The Truth About Grass-Fed Whey Isolate

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To kick off the new year, I wanted to dive deep into setting up a personalized diet to achieve health, performance, and body composition goals. I share my evolving approach to nutrition, emphasizing that there's no one-size-fits-all diet. Focusing on the importance of discipline, commitment, and consistency, I discuss various dietary methods and macronutrient setups. Additionally, I provide insights on planning, meal prepping, and managing nutrition around training sessions.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
01:46 The Evolution of My Diet
21:25 Common Obstacles in Nutrition
36:21 Understanding Macronutrients
44:42 Meal Plan Overview
49:31 Tracking Your Macros: To Track or Not to Track?
56:29 Setting Up Your Macros
01:02:51 Planning and Preparation for Success
01:10:44 Power Bowls: Quick, Nutritious, and Convenient
01:13:57 Importance of Food Sourcing
01:23:34 Pre and Post-Workout Nutrition
01:28:22 Consistency and Long-Term Success

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In this episode, I break down hybrid athlete training—how to pair heavy lifting with endurance running without burning out. I share what I’m learning from Ironman prep, why flexibility beats perfection, and the biggest myths holding athletes back. From military lessons to the post-pandemic rise of hybrid training, this is how to balance strength and endurance.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
02:22 Defining Hybrid Training
07:33 Addressing Criticisms of Hybrid Training
13:15 Historical Influences on Hybrid Training
16:24 Personal Journey and Training Philosophy
27:27 Flexibility in Hybrid Training
33:46 Adapting Training to Different Goals
36:11 Current Training Focus and Routine
40:34 Sample Weekly Training Schedule
47:25 Adjusting Training Based on Goals
51:37 Balancing Strength and Endurance
54:32 Optimizing Training Sessions
58:24 Managing Lower Body Strength and Running
01:04:01 Personalizing Your Hybrid Training
01:06:03 Conclusion and Future Content

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