In this episode, Jason Schroeder connects health to performance on the jobsite and calls out "cognitive decline" as the hidden cost of not treating your body like the high-performance machine it is. Using Paul Akers' Lean Health and the idea that "your body is a Ferrari, not a Pinto," he lays out simple, sustainable habits that boost energy, focus, and long-term leadership capacity—especially for construction professionals who need to stay sharp. If you want to lead better, learn faster, and show up with real enthusiasm, this episode is a practical push to fuel and maintain your body like it matters.
What you'll learn in this episode:
Why your body is the vehicle your mind drives—and how poor health shows up as low energy and low focus
The core Lean Health fuel approach: mostly fruits/vegetables and avoiding processed "white" foods
Simple ways to reduce overeating: log intake, use smaller plates, and slow down your eating
A straightforward daily movement baseline: pushups, sit-ups, twists, and 10,000 steps
How better health creates better builders: more clarity, more learning, more leadership capacity
If your energy, mood, and focus determine your ceiling as a leader—what "fuel" are you putting in your Ferrari every day?
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Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:
· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg
· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt
· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured
· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw
