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Food, Fitness & Family43: Chiropractic Care - Eric & Alyssa Phillips - Identity ChiropracticToday we host Eric and Alyssa Phillips who own Identity Chiropractic in Overland Park, KS. They run an amazing clinic focusing on movement deficiencies and muscle imbalances alongside pre and post natal care. We discuss their specialties, cover all things chiropractic care, and how Identity is growing. IG: https://www.instagram.com/identitychiropractic/Website: https://www.identitychiropractic.com/Location: 10410 Mastin StOverland Park, KS 66212What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family...2023-10-0258 minFood, Fitness & Family42: Q&AToday we go over some questions from listeners and followers on Social Media.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal...2023-09-1136 minFood, Fitness & Family41: All Things Training with Liam KrausToday we have guest, Liam Kraus on to talk all things TRAINING. IG: https://www.instagram.com/liam_kraus/What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner...2023-09-041h 20Food, Fitness & Family40: Catching UpToday we catch up on the last few weeks while Caleb has been on daddy duty with his newborn baby girl. What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner...2023-08-2836 minFood, Fitness & Family39: Almost Baby TimeToday we discuss our fears, anxieties, excitement, and everything in between as we both get ready to bring our baby girls into this world. What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitness...2023-08-0743 minFood, Fitness & Family38: THE Danney Elmore - Owner of Underestimated, Restauranteur, EntreprenuerToday we host Danney Elmore. Danney has had a very interesting journey and much of it has truly been fueled by feeling underestimated. From the Restaurants he owns, to physique competitions, to the apparel company (UNDERESTIMATED), and the community he has cultivated over the years - Danney tells his story! Find Danney at:www.underestimated.fit -- IG: @be.underestimatedRestaurants:Social in Waldo: 7425 street KCMORevel: 7300 w 119th St. Overland Park, KS (opens Aug/Sept 2023)Tequila Flats (being renamed): Next door to Revel (opens late 2023, early 2024)2023-07-311h 09Food, Fitness & Family37: Common Mistakes Made By ClientsToday we discuss various common mistakes that our clients make, why and how those mistakes should be avoided.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness...2023-07-1747 minFood, Fitness & Family36 B: Owner of "YEP! Strength" John Ott (Part 2)Today we host John Ott. John has a long history in the fitness industry from Wrestling, to Pro MMA Fighting, to being the Northwest Regional Manager of GNC, to Body Building Prep Coaching, to Creating and Growing YEP! Supplements.Where to find John?Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/ottsmash/?hl=enYEP! IG: https://www.instagram.com/yep_strength/?hl=enWebsite: https://yepstrength.com/What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In...2023-07-1435 minFood, Fitness & Family36: Owner of "YEP! Strength" John OttToday we host John Ott. John has a long history in the fitness industry from Wrestling, to Pro MMA Fighting, to being the Northwest Regional Manager of GNC, to Body Building Prep Coaching, to Creating and Growing YEP! Supplements. Where to find John?Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/ottsmash/?hl=enYEP! IG: https://www.instagram.com/yep_strength/?hl=enWebsite: https://yepstrength.com/What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In...2023-07-101h 12Food, Fitness & Family35: The WIVES - Guests Tatyana Blankenship & Nikole GatesToday we host our two favorite people in the world; our wives! We discuss the story of our relationships, how we have navigated bodybuilding, fitness, and business with our best friends by our sides. What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle...2023-07-031h 47Food, Fitness & Family34: Building a Powerful Morning RoutineToday we discuss the importance and HOW to build a powerful morning routine that fits your schedule.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body...2023-06-2632 minFood, Fitness & Family33: How to Read a Nutrition LabelToday we discuss Nutrition Labels - what to look for and why?What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.2023-06-1945 minFood, Fitness & Family32: Body Shop Lee's Summit and Catching UpToday we discuss the opening of Body Shop #2 in Lee's Summit, MO and catching up on life since we've missed y'all the last few weeks.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitness2023-06-1241 minFood, Fitness & Family31: Leaving Teaching to Run Thriving Lives Full-TimeToday we discuss Marcus' story in building TLF while working a full-time teaching job and breaking down the decision to leave in order to focus on Thriving Lives Fitness.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.2023-05-2236 minFood, Fitness & Family30: FAD DIETSToday we discuss FAD DIETS and why the are detrimental to your health and weight loss journey.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body...2023-05-1531 minFood, Fitness & Family29: Metabolic ResistanceToday we discuss Metabolic Resistance. Why continuing to eat less while doing more isn't always the answer.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body...2023-05-0144 minFood, Fitness & Family28: Life UpdateToday we SHARE HUGE NEWS and talk about life updates.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training....2023-04-2448 minFood, Fitness & Family27: Pre-WorkoutToday we discuss the best Pre-Workout Supplements, pre-workout meal, what to look for and what to avoid.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body...2023-04-1025 minFood, Fitness & Family26: 100+lb Weight Loss Journey with Holly BlankenshipToday we interview Holly Blankenship and discuss her 100+ lb weight loss journey - the ups, the downs and everything in between!What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner...2023-04-031h 16Food, Fitness & Family25: Who Needs Rest Days?Today we discuss the importance of REST DAYS.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.IG: @blankslatefitness_91...2023-03-2731 minFood, Fitness & Family24: Time, Health or Money?Today we ask you a question. List these 3 items in order of greatest importance in your life: Time Freedom, Money Freedom or Health. What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb...2023-03-2035 minFood, Fitness & Family23: Mr. Big Biscuit, Chad OfferdahlEpisode 23 - Owner of Kansas City's own, Big Biscuit, Chad OfferdahlToday we interviewed Chad Offerdahl talking about how he got started with Big Biscuit, entrepreneurship; and the impact that fitness and focusing on health has had on Chad's confidence, self growth, business growth, and what it means for his family.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to g...2023-03-061h 16Food, Fitness & Family22: Q&AToday we answer various questions that were submitted to us. Plus a fun bonus question at the end.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitness...2023-02-2750 minFood, Fitness & Family21: BulkingEpisode 21 - BulkingToday we discuss when/what/why/how around Bulking.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of B...2023-02-2041 minFood, Fitness & Family20: Guests - Jeff Wasserman & Kyle Comes, Owners of Supplement SuperstoresEpisode 20 - Jeff Wasserman & Kyle Comes, Owners of Supplement SuperstoresToday we host our first guests who lead us through their individual journeys and journey as partners. We talk about balancing the entrepreneur hustle & quality time with family. These guys are building something very special with Supplement Superstores with unmatched community outreach and care for every person they have the opportunity to help. Supplement Superstores have 8 locations across Kansas City and are continuing to expand. You can find Jeff, Kyle and S2 here:IG: @jeff_wasserman @kcomes316 @s2faction2023-02-141h 52Food, Fitness & Family19: Reverse DietingEpisode 19 - Reverse DietingToday we chat about Reverse Dieting - when you should, who should, how to shape your mindset prior to reverse dieting, and ways to screw it up. This is the diet after the diet and it's one of the MOST important aspects of dieting that you have been MISSING and it's why most people lose weight, gain it all back, or feel like they have to live on minimal calories. What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness...2023-02-0633 minFood, Fitness & Family18: How to Setup a Diet PlanEpisode 18 - How to Setup a Diet PlanToday we chat about the process we go through when setting up diet plans. How, why and when to customize various aspects of a diet plan and considerations that need to made. Communication with our clients, listening to their goals and needs but also balancing those out with where they truly are and deciding the best path to take to get them to their desired goals.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness...2023-01-3035 minFood, Fitness & Family17: Kicking Off 2023Episode 17 - Kicking Off 2023After lots of travel for the two of us, we kick off our 2023 sharing about our New Years, the first few weeks of the year so far, how our personal diets/lifestyles have been along with how our clients have done over the last few months of holidays. Regardless how the last few months have gone for you, we are here now and ready to ROCK! What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations...2023-01-2319 minFood, Fitness & Family16: Living Intentionally VS Living in Survival ModeEpisode 16 - Living Intentionally VS Living in Survival ModeIn todays HIGH stress world with busy lives, if you aren't planning ahead, be proactive with your lifestyle choices and scheduling then are sure to either fail or add stress to your life and most often, both will happen if you are not living intentionally. Stay away from survival mode!What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance...2023-01-1615 minFood, Fitness & Family15: Setting BoundariesEpisode 15 - Setting BoundariesDo you have a tough time saying "NO" to people? Do you find yourself sacrificing your own wants and needs for others? Today we talk about setting BOUNDARIES in various ways to keep you from burning out, enjoying life, and conserving your emotional energy.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in...2023-01-0912 minFood, Fitness & Family14: How to Be a Better ClientEpisode 14 - How to Be a Better ClientWhat kind of client are you? What are your strengths and weaknesses as a client? Or maybe you've never had a coach before - if not, this will be a good guide as to what to avoid as a client and how to be a better client which will only help you achieve better results.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health...2023-01-0239 minFood, Fitness & Family13: Feeling Empowered by Taking ActionEpisode 13 - Feeling Empowered by Taking ActionDo you believe in yourself? Do you believe that you WILL conquer your goals? Today we talk about the importance of EMPOWERING yourself by taking action in your life in ways that fuel you, that make you feel good about yourself and how those small actions help you build momentum.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential...2022-12-2622 minFood, Fitness & Family12: New Years ResolutionsEpisode 12 - New Years ResolutionsToday we sit down to talk about New Years Resolutions: why people fail their resolutions, how to set attainable goals, what kinds of goals you should be setting, daily actionable steps to reach your goals. What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of...2022-12-1233 minFood, Fitness & Family11: Mental HealthEpisode 11 - Mental HealthToday we sit down to talk about the mental health of bodybuilders, entrepreneurs, the various mental health struggles we see within our clients and how fitness can help or hurt our mental health in a variety of way.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates...2022-12-0557 minFood, Fitness & Family10: Lab Work EssentialsEpisode 10 - Lab Work EssentialsToday we did a deep dive on Lab Work. Who should get it done, how to get it done, why to get it done, and as coaches, what are we looking for and why it matters.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.2022-11-281h 10Food, Fitness & Family9: How to Manage Your Diet During the HolidaysEpisode 9 - How to Manage Your Diet During the HolidaysToday we sit down to go over how to manage nutrition and lifestyle habits leading up to the holidays, between holidays, and wasting NO time after the day/meal/holiday to lock back in. What do we personally do on Thanksgiving and other holidays, as well as how we coach our clients during days like this. The key here is balance and enjoying quality time with family on these important days and precious time we get to share with those we love...2022-11-2133 minFood, Fitness & Family8: How to Execute Your WeekEpisode 8 - How to Execute Your WeekOrganization and planning ahead are two keys to success in anything you do: especially health and fitness. In this weeks' episode we discuss how we prepare for a successful week, how to be adaptable if something throws off your plan, and ways to streamline your life so you can focus on your goals.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life...2022-11-1444 minFood, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 7: Caleb's Comp PrepEpisode 7 - Caleb's Comp Prep: The prep before the prep, how the last 30 weeks are going, and finishing strong!What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.IG: @thrivinglivesfitnessCaleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate...2022-11-0740 minFood, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 6: Q & AEpisode 6 - Q & AToday we sit down and answer questions from our community pertaining to health, fitness and the balancing act of it all with family and friends.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal...2022-10-3147 minFood, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 5: Meal Prep BasicsEpisode 5: Meal Prep BasicsToday we sit down to discuss Meal Prep Basics. Let's face it, most of us live on the GO - between work, kids, family, friends, the gym and all else, we don't have 6 hours a week to meal prep but it's VITAL to our success so what do we do? In this episode we talk about How to Grocery Shop for success, how to efficiently prepare your meals for the week and GO-TO foods, sauces and seasonings that you should always keep on hand at home.What is Food, Fitness & Family?2022-10-2451 minFood, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 4: Macros or Strict Diet PlanEpisode 4 - Macros or Strict Diet PlanToday we sit down to go over the differences between flexible dieting/tracking macros OR following a strict diet plan. Our personal preferences, what approach we take with clients, pros/cons of each, and WHEN to use each approach.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.2022-10-1759 minFood, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 3: Marcus' Latest Comp PrepToday we sit down to discuss Marcus' latest comp prep where we did a quick 7 week prep to compete on Sept. 10th. We dive into the family balance of prep and why Marcus chose to step back from competing the rest of this year.What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.2022-10-1042 minFood, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 2: Low Hanging FruitEpisode 2 - Low Hanging FruitToday we sit down to go over some of the easiest changes you can make in your day to day routines without having to do a full 180 on your current routines. Be more mindful of these aspect of your life and watch your life & health quickly start to change for the better.-------------What is Food, Fitness & Family?Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life...2022-10-0353 min
Food, Fitness & FamilyEpisode 1: "Gotta start somewhere"Introduction to who Marcus and Caleb are, how we got started into fitness, why we started coaching, and why we LOVE what we do.2022-09-2436 min