All Sugar Diets, MAHA Drama, and Health Hype (ft. Beth Feraco)
Beth Feraco joins me to talk about everything from the absurdity of the “all sugar diet” trend to why basic nutrition advice—like “eat vegetables”—is now controversial online. We dive into personal responsibility, food deserts, shady supplement marketing, and her own photoshoot prep journey. If you’re tired of fitness fluff and want real talk, this is the episode for you. Sign up To Become A 1:1 Online Fitness MemberBeth's WebsiteBuy My Book, 'Your Fat Loss Journey Starts Here'Sign up For My Free 14-Day Fat Loss Kick-StarterBeth's InstagramMy InstagramBeth's TikTokMy ThreadsMy YouTube channelFree Fitness Guides Timestamps:00:27 Beth Feraco’s Background01:15 Portugal and Spain Nationwide Blackout03:30 Why Leo Loves the Threads App04:17 MAHA’s Questionable Nutrition Messaging08:04 Food Deserts and Policy Failures10:43 Adults Complaining About Eating Vegetables13:16 Social Media Backlash Against Basic Nutrition Advice16:40 The Rise of the “All Sugar Diet” Trend21:06 Convenience Culture and Rising Obesity Rates25:04 How to Inconvenience Yourself to Move More28:08 Chemical Fear vs Real Health Risks33:34 A Simple Challenge to Cut Back Alcohol37:17 Red Flags in Athletic Greens and Colostrum Marketing41:28 Young Leo’s Supplement Obsession43:07 Why Personal Responsibility Still Matters46:42 Fitness Influencers Misleading with “Balanced” Messaging51:08 What Beth Learned From Her Photoshoot Journey53:16 Stop Procrastinating Your Fat Loss Goals54:56 Where to Find and Follow Beth Feraco
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Japanese Fitness Culture and Fat Loss Simplicity (ft. Andy Morgan)
In this episode, I’m joined by Tokyo-based fitness coach Andy Morgan, from Ripped Body, known for cutting through the noise with practical, evidence-based advice. We discuss Japan’s unique health culture, the downside of misleading supplements, how “victim mentality” is holding people back, and why simple nutrition advice often gets overlooked. Andy also shares what successful clients actually do differently, the problem with forcing kids to finish their plates, and how to train effectively when you’ve only got 2–3 days a week. Whether you're a seasoned lifter or a beginner stuck in a rut, this episode will give you clarity, perspective, and actionable takeaways. Andy's WebsiteSign up To Become A 1:1 Online Fitness MemberBuy My Book, 'Your Fat Loss Journey Starts Here'Sign up For My Free 14-Day Fat Loss Kick-StarterMy InstagramMy ThreadsMy YouTube channelFree Fitness Guides Timestamps:(00:22) Andy Morgan’s Background(05:43) Why English Limits Global Fitness Science(06:09) Leo’s Gym Experience in Japan(09:14) Misleading Fitness Supplements in Japan(09:54) Cultural Differences: Japan vs the West(11:04) What Successful Clients Consistently Do(15:36) How Weekend Overeating Holds You Back(18:36) Restaurant Portion Sizes and Fat Loss Struggles(22:38) The Problem With Childhood Plate-Clearing Habits(26:03) Why Japan Avoids an Obesity Epidemic(27:27) The Victim Mentality That Sabotages Progress(29:04) Why “I’ve Tried Everything” Usually Isn’t True(35:14) One Simple Nutrition Tip That Works(39:30) Why People Ignore What Actually Works(41:13) Smart Training Plans for 2–3 Days a Week(43:18) Simplifying Your Workout Plan(46:41) Why Full Body Workouts Are Underrated(47:46) The Real Reason People Start With Bro Splits(50:13) Staying on Track Through Life’s Chaos(52:56) How to Handle Self-Sabotage in Fitness(55:53) Beliefs Andy Often Helps Clients Unlearn(58:29) One Thing You’re Overcomplicating in Fitness(01:01:27) Why Accountability Changes Everything(01:02:14) Is Starting Fitness Easier or Harder Today?(01:06:24) Where to Follow Andy Morgan
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From Wedding Prep to Fat Loss Strategy (ft. Daniel Yores)
In this episode, I’m joined by fitness coach Daniel Yores—just weeks after his wedding—to chat about nutrition, training, and the mindset needed for fat loss. We dive into how Daniel prepped for his big day, how things are changing now that he's married, and why most people wait too long to start their fitness journey.You’ll also learn:✅ What aggressive fat loss phases are and when they’re appropriate✅ The #1 mistake people make during and after a diet✅ Whether steps and cardio are essential✅ What to do if you’re starting your journey morbidly obese✅ And why having a plan after your calorie deficit is essential for long-term successIf you're stuck in start-stop cycles or unsure whether an aggressive fat loss phase is right for you, this is a must-listen. Sign up To Become A 1-1 Online Fitness MemberBuy My Book, 'Your Fat Loss Journey Starts Here'Sign up For My Free 14-Day Fat Loss Kick-StarterMy InstagramMy ThreadsMy YouTube channelFree Fitness GuidesDaniel's InstagramDaniel's X Timestamps:00:32 Who Is Fitness Coach Daniel Yores?01:00 Daniel’s Wedding & Life Update03:13 How Does It Feel to Be Married?04:33 Will Daniel’s Training and Nutrition Change Post-Wedding?08:45 What Daniel Did with His Fitness & Nutrition Leading Up to the Wedding14:48 Leo’s 2025 Fat Loss Journey – Reflections & Wins18:31 Why Waiting for the Perfect Moment Is a Mistake20:09 Aggressive Fat Loss Phases – What They Are & When to Use Them25:28 Why You Need Realistic Expectations During Fat Loss30:03 The Most Common Mistake in Aggressive Fat Loss Phases31:08 How to Start an Aggressive Fat Loss Phase the Right Way36:04 Are Steps and Cardio Required for Fat Loss?39:05 Daniel’s Experience Walking 50,000 Steps a Day42:03 Fat Loss Advice for Morbidly Obese Individuals Considering Aggressive Approaches45:05 Why Aggressive Fat Loss Isn’t Ideal Most of the Time47:20 Most People Don’t Plan for What Happens After the Calorie Deficit49:53 Where to Stay in Touch with Daniel Yores50:18 Daniel’s Favourite Social Media Platform Right Now
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Low-Carb Diets, Training While Tired & Maintaining Momentum
In this Q&A episode, I answer questions about sustainable fat loss, motivation, food quality, and how to keep the weight off long-term. I also share my personal takes on life, sports, and memorable meals.Here’s what you’ll learn:✅ How to maintain your fat loss results without rebounding✅ Whether low-carb or keto diets are effective long-term✅ If you should train when you feel tired or run-down✅ How to handle workouts and nutrition while travelling✅ How to adjust your nutrition when switching from fat loss to maintenancePlus, I share the sport I wish I could master instantly, the best meal I’ve ever had, and the underrated fitness tip that’s changed results for many of my clients. Sign up To Become A 1-1 Online Fitness MemberBuy My Book, 'Your Fat Loss Journey Starts Here'Sign up For My Free 14-Day Fat Loss Kick-StarterMy InstagramMy ThreadsMy YouTube channelFree Fitness Guides Timestamps:00:11 Intro – Real-Life Fitness Questions Answered00:25 How to Avoid Regaining Weight After Fat Loss03:37 How to Help Someone Who Starts Strong But Loses Momentum05:36 Something I’ve Changed My Mind About in the Last Few Years (Outside of Fitness)08:23 Is It Okay to Train When You’re Tired or Run-Down?09:41 Low-Carb & Keto Diets – Do They Work for Fat Loss?11:15 If I Could Instantly Be Great at Any Sport…12:35 How to Approach Fitness While Travelling or on Holiday15:01 Do You Need to Train to Failure to Build Muscle?16:32 The Most Memorable Meal I’ve Ever Had (And Why)17:48 How to Adjust Nutrition When Moving From Fat Loss to Maintenance19:19 Is the 10,000 Steps a Day Rule Legit or Overhyped?21:32 A Personal Rule I Live By That Most Don’t Know22:42 How Important Is Tracking Food Quality (Not Just Calories)?23:43 If I Could Spend a Day With My Younger Self…25:19 One Underrated Fitness Tip That Changed Everything for My Clients26:43 Final Thoughts & Episode Wrap-Up
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Fat Loss Facts, Full-Body vs Splits & Weird Food Combos – Q&A Edition
In this Q&A episode, I break down common fat loss and training myths—like whether you really need to lift heavy to “tone up” and whether pre-workouts are worth the hype. I also answer questions about full-body vs. split workouts, recovering well, and how to feel more confident in the gym.Here’s what else I speak about:✅ What matters more for fat loss—diet or movement?✅ Is eating the same meals every day okay?✅ Bare minimum fitness strategy for people with busy jobs✅ How to spot the difference between a plateau and just needing patience✅ How I’d help someone intimidated by the gym environment Sign up To Become A 1-1 Online Fitness MemberBuy My Book, 'Your Fat Loss Journey Starts Here'Sign up For My Free 14-Day Fat Loss Kick-StarterMy InstagramMy ThreadsMy YouTube channelFree Fitness Guides Timestamps:00:11 Intro – Answering Your Fat Loss & Lifestyle Questions00:27 Do You Have to Lift Heavy to Tone Up?02:03 What Matters More for Fat Loss: Diet or Movement?03:39 A Normal Thing I Irrationally Hate04:56 Is It Okay to Eat the Same Meals Every Day?07:01 How to Know If You’re Recovering Well Between Workouts08:37 If I Had to Delete One App Forever…10:36 Full-Body Workouts vs Splits – Which Is Right for You?12:00 How to Help Someone Who Feels Intimidated by the Gym14:28 A Weird Food Combo That Works15:44 Are Pre-Workout Supplements Worth It or Overhyped?17:39 The Bare Minimum for Progress with a Busy Schedule19:32 Something Small I Did Recently That Made My Day Better21:25 The Difference Between a Plateau and Needing More Patience22:26 Where I’d Go for a One-Month Digital Detox23:44 One Thing I Wish More People Knew About Fat Loss25:59 Final Thoughts & Takeaways
I hope you've got your coffee handy. You'll need it as we share workout suggestions, nutrition hacks, consistency tips, life insights, a few laughs, and any other interesting topic, fitness or non-fitness related, thrown our way.
What sets this podcast apart? It's just genuine conversations, experienced suggestions, and the occasional hard truth.
So, let's make this journey together, one episode and a coffee at a time.
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