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Ground Zero FitnessEpisode 44 - WE'RE BACK + How lifting can be GODLY for youWe miss you guys. For the past few months, we were working on our own projects. Catch up and get to know what's been going on with us! Sam and Kyle also talk about how lifting won't solve all your problems, but it cant be used as a snowball effect of self-improvement.P.S., we go down quite the rabbit hole of self-improvement of not only lifting, but lifeEnjoy!
2022-02-0150 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 43 - How effective are warmups?We're back. Almost a month later, Sam and Kyle are back with another episode talking about warmups. How important are warmups? Listen in as we discuss our takes and what we've learned over the years. The answer may just shock you ...
2021-10-3027 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 42 - If you're skinny fat, this episode is FOR YOUIf you're skinny fat, do you cut or bulk? You wanna build muscle AND drop fat at the same time? What should you do?Sam and Kyle give you potential solutions you can take ... Instead of ending up in this endless cycle of little to no progress ever made.
2021-09-2413 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 41 - How to Help Your Family Get In ShapeKyle and Sam were both able to successfully impact their families in one way or another, either through getting them to work out or make healthier changes in the kitchen. The both of us discuss the strategies we took, and how you can help your family, significant other, or friends make similar changes to what you may be doing.
2021-09-1638 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 40 - The BEST Thing A Man Can Do For His Diet ... Is Get Married w/ Ingri PaulineIngri Pauline is a strength training coach that teaches women to be tough, without being a victim to the phases of their body. We talk about:- Her background as one of the few women to serve & train in the US Navy Special Operations EOD (Explosive Ordinance Disposal) - Training prenatal and postpartum clients- How women should train around their cycles- Misconceptions with training for womenCheck out her socials:https://twitter.com/IngriPaulinehttps://ingripauline.ck.page/48207ba619
2021-09-0957 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 39 - Broscience vs. Medical Practices w/ Seth MoldenhauerSam and Kyle sit down with Seth Moldenhauer, a personal trainer that also happens to be a Nurse. He had a sports background of playing hockey, had hip surgery at the age of 17, and was still able to deadlift 500+ pounds. We talk about topics surrounding:- Broscience vs. Medical Practices- Filling the gap between the two industries- Importance of training and habits impacting his relationships- DeadliftsEnjoy!
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Ground Zero FitnessEpisode 38 - Strength is THE Virtue with Jeff Putnam - Founder of Rugged LegacyFather of 9 Kids. Writer of 2 books. Podcaster. Business Consultant. Founder of Rugged Legacy Grooming Supply Company. 3X Bodyweight deadlifter. Jeff clearly has a lot on his plate. Learn his story and the importance of his training in this episode!Twitter: @Rugged_Legacy
2021-07-301h 02Ground Zero FitnessEpisode 37 - Compounding Your Bank Account and Your Health w/ Kolin aka "Decade Investor"Sam and Kyle sit down with Kolin, better now on Twitter as "Decade investor". We discuss his marathon training and health prioritization and how it has impacted mindset towards investing and wealth.
2021-07-2750 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 36 - Deadlifts and Slammies with Everyday Workout Man - Thane TaylorA conversation between three buddies. We discuss Thane's ED Workout Man beginning, his unconventional style of training, deadlifts, and the gains he has seen since committing to getting stronger. Sam, Kyle, and Thane have been interacting together on Twitter for over a year now, so be prepared for a multitude of inside jokes you likely won't understand!
2021-07-171h 32Ground Zero FitnessEpisode 35 - Why Nutrition and Training is an Art Form, w/ Jerry TeixeiraJerry Teixeira is a 42-year old father that's lean, mean, and a jacked machine. He comes from a background of being in the military, becoming obese at 27, worked towards being the healthiest version of himself at 42 years old, and helps teach others how to get jacked at home. We talk about the science and art behind training and nutrition, problems with society's eating habits, the longevity aspect of a healthy lifestyle, and how to optimize your nutrition for a long life.Buckle up, this is a helluva episode.Check...
2021-06-252h 04Ground Zero FitnessEpisode 34 - The Key Missing Ingredient for Training ... EFFORTWe might hurt feelings with this episode. If you've been working out for years and haven't seen as much progress as you'd like ... This might be for you. Majority of people who are working out have never done progressive overload properly. What do we mean by that? Listen in.
2021-06-1715 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 33 - From Depressed & Broken to Lean & Strong w/ Guest Matias Page (@Hormetik)Matias was in a really dark place.He had moved to Los Angeles from Argentina to pursue his filming career and had gone broke. He lost purpose, drive, and found himself depressed with a magnum in his drawer. Over the course of 7 years he had reprogrammed his mind & body to go from depressed & broken to lean & strong.We discuss topics around getting out of a dark place, strategies to build for a better future, being skinny fat (or as Matias calls it, normal weight obesity), blaming the sodium when the problem may be elsewhere, and...
2021-06-1156 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 32 - Is "Organic" Good For You?We see it more and more these days. Organic peanut butter cups. Organic freshly squeeze juice. Organic nutri-grain bars. The question lies ... Does slapping the term "organic" in front of a food make it healthy?Sam and Kyle discuss their takes and what YOU should watch out for ...Haven't checked out Avalon yet?Find it @ www.avalonsignup.com
2021-06-0324 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 31 - The WORST Beginner Mistakes that Sam & Kyle made, that you SHOULDN'TA big problem with beginners working out is paralysis by analysis. This leads to a ton of information to guess & check to see what works, impatience, and problems finding consistency with working out. Sam & Kyle discuss topics like:- Consistency- Program Hopping- More does NOT always mean better- Not eating enough protein- Thinking of "new ideas" too often- EMBRACING being a beginnerAs long as some replies from followers on Twitter.
2021-05-2151 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 30 - Expectations vs. Reality: What you see in the media isn't always trueA big issue with society is the amount of misinformation that spreads. You see it all the time in Men's/Women's Health magazines, your favourite athletes, or even from other trainers. Sam and Kyle talk about how much weight you can REALISTICALLY lose, how much muscle you can REALISTICALLY build, and better measures for the normal person than taking extremes.Find us on Twitter @coachkylechen and @samk_strengthIf you haven't visited Avalon yet, check it out here: http://avaloncommunity.net/
2021-05-1322 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 29 - Lifting vs. Cardio: What should I be doing to get in shape?The age-old question ... You're trying to get in shape, but you don't know WHAT to do. Should I be performing cardio first, or lifting? Sam and Kyle dissect this question and give you a better idea of what's more beneficial for YOU. Listen in and take notes, because this is the most important step for your fitness journey. Find us on Twitter @coachkylechen and @samk_strengthAlso if you haven't yet, check out Avalon!http://avaloncommunity.net/
2021-05-0614 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 27 - THE DEADLIFT: IN ALL OF ITS HEAVENLY GLORYWhy should you deadlift? Sam and Kyle discuss the who, where, how, why, and when of Twitter's favorite exercise: THE DEADLIFT. Sam discusses how deadlifts changed his life as well as the 5-step deadlift process that anyone can use to deadlift correctly in minutes!
2021-04-1548 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 26 - EAT AND TRAIN VS. DIET AND EXERCISESam and Kyle discuss the alarming difference between trainees who take the mind set of "eating and training" over "dieting and exercising". A very important distinction for someone just gettting into fitness to understand.
2021-04-0815 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 25 - THE BIGGEST LOSER: Why crash dieting and insane training plans go wrong.Sam and Kyle discuss the daily plan of the "Biggest Loser" contestant who lost over 200lbs before gaining a big portion the weight back. A big problem in the fitness industry is crash dieting to rapidly lose weight and doing endless cardio. People will see success, but they didn't change any of their habits which leads them back to the place they came from without learning anything from it.
2021-04-0230 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 24 - Why Muscle is King, The Golden Body Fat %, and Why Fasted Cardio is BS with Oliver AnwarOn today’s episode of Ground Zero Fitness, we’ve got an extremely special guest. Touted as the #1 body transformation coach for professionals & executives, ex-corporate worker, and the dude with probably the biggest chest and lats you’ll ever see, welcome Oliver Anwar.Guest co-host Francis Melia (@CoachFHM) joins us on the show as Sam has been busy with spring baseball. Kyle (@coachkylechen) and Francis talk with Oliver Anwar (@roanwar) about the importance of eating a balanced diet, why muscle is king, the golden body fat % for naturals, why working out the hardest ISNT the best way to bui...
2021-03-271h 02Ground Zero FitnessEp. 23 - Should I be going COLD TURKEY? Do I have an addiction?In this episode of Ground Zero Fitness, Sam and Kyle discuss whether you should either go Cold Turkey or take things in moderation.The conversation ends up in an interesting place as it becomes a therapy session for Sam as he realizes his addiction to caffeine.Listen to this episode to understand how you should start making changes in your life, and what you should go cold turkey in vs. taking changes with moderation.Follow us @coachkylechen and @samk_strength on Twitter!
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Ground Zero FitnessAVALON: A COMMUNITY UNLIKE ANYTHING ELSEAnnouncing our latest project: AVALON. We are building an incredibly special community unlike anything else that we want all of our listeners to be a part of! The ability to create an online accountability group truly has no borders and unlimited potential for our members. Tune in to get the run down of what the group offers. Sam And Kyle sit down with their new partners, Francis Melia, Ty Todt, and Vilson to discuss our new community we are building that we want YOU to be a part of.
2021-03-1625 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 22 - TOP 10 BEST TIPS FOR FAT LOSS AND SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLEKyle walks us through his top 10 best tips for fat loss and how to sustain it. Applying these 10 tips while understanding that your journey is a lifetime process will set you down the path to where you want to go!
2021-03-1141 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 21 - Optimal Rep Ranges For YouSam and Kyle discuss optimal rep ranges for beginners and what those mean from a strength and muscle building stand point. They also chat about what types of accessory lifts you should be doing in addition to compound lifts and the rep ranges involved in those!
2021-03-0422 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 20 - BROSCIENCE: A Casual DiscussionListen up, you might just learn something about the best science in the world: Broscience. Sam posted a question on Twitter saying: "Drop Your Top Broscience Tip". This lead to lots of colorful replies. Some good. Some bad. Some ugly. Sam and Kyle discuss the replies and whether or not they are valid and helpful for a beginner in this casual episode of Ground Zero Fitness Podcast!
2021-02-2534 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 19 - Realistic Expectations for Fat LossIn this episode, Sam and Kyle discuss what is actually realistic when it comes to fat loss. Lots of online "gurus" advertise clients dropping "30lbs in 1 month" and we explain why this is highly unlikely and they are lying about clients progress. They also talk about how to set yourself up in a deficit, when to weigh and measure yourself, and the possibility that while you may be losing fat, your scale may still be lying to you about what is going on!
2021-02-1813 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 18 - Getting Sh*t Done: Fitness, Habits, and Business ft. Tell FisherIn this episode we sit down with Tell Fisher of Kings Barbell in Dayton, Ohio to discuss fitness, business, building habits, gym culture and surrounding yourself with the right people. You can find Tell on Twitter and Instagram: @tellquintGet involved in his online coaching: kingsbarbell.carrd.co
2021-02-1159 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 17 - PAIN MANAGEMENT: How To Overcome the Inevitable Aches and Pains of TrainingYou are not fragile. Your body is strong and resilient. In this episode Sam and Kyle discuss how to effectively manage injury, pain, and aches when training. Sam walks through his 4 step process to managing pain that allows you to keep training by focusing on what you CAN do.
2021-02-0426 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 16 - The FitFathers: No Bullshit Approach to Fitness and Family with Shane Fitzgerald and Rob W. JamesWe sat down with the FitFathers: Rob W. James and Shane Fitzgerald to discuss their fitness journeys and how it lead to coaching. Both are busy fathers who have figured out how to balance fitness and family. We get to hear how they find time to train, what that training looks like, and how they have kickstarted healthy habits within their families. This is a great one for any parent struggling with ways to keep yourself and your family healthy and strong!You can find Shane on Twitter at @FitzgeraldSTA and check out his...
2021-01-2859 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 15 - IMPORTANT DECISION: How To Pick The Right GymSam and Kyle discuss their take on what makes a good gym and why making the right decision is important for your fitness goals. Different types of gyms are discussed: Some are bashed on, while others are commended. This decision should come down to the environment you want commit to and how serious you are about your goals.
2021-01-2118 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 14 - MUSCLE SORENESS. Is it good, or bad?Sam and Kyle talk about what muscle soreness is, whether you should be training for if it’s a byproduct of intense training, how long you should feel sore for, and what to do in order to reduce muscle soreness.Tune into this episode of Ground Zero Fitness Podcast to learn how to rest, recover, and combat soreness!
2021-01-1418 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 13 - The BEST Equipment For At-Home WorkoutsSam and Kyle talk about how to the most bang-for-your-buck equipment & HOW TO work out at home. We touch on two different scenarios: 1. The ones who don't have much space to work with2. The ones looking to build a gym in their garagesListen in as we talk about how you can use: Resistance Bands Pull-up Bars Dip Bars Backpacks Adjustable Dumbbells Calisthenics Exercise variations to raise resistance curve Enjoy!
2021-01-0717 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 12 - IT IS OKAY TO BE A RESOLUTIONERWe want you to successfully achieve your New Years fitness and lifestyle goals. What is your why, and why is it something you haven’t started yet? Quantitative vs. Qualitative goals How todays Resolution could be a powerful daily habit 5-10 years from now How to break down your lofty new years goals How to get into an Accountability Group How to negotiate with family members
2021-01-0423 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 11 - Gym Etiquette 101 and Battling Gym Intimidation for New Years ResolutionersGYM ETIQUETTE. If you’re new to the gym, there are a lot of things that beginners don’t know.What do I wear to the gym?What do I bring to the gym?How do I ask for equipment?How do I USE the equipment?How do I ask for a spot?Sam and Kyle answer all these questions in an information OVERLOADED episode.This is a great episode to listen to if you have just joined or are thinking about joining the gym!
2020-12-311h 03Ground Zero FitnessEp. 10 - Brick By Brick with Guest, Coach Francis MeliaSam and Kyle sit down with Coach Francis Melia, a personal trainer and competitive powerlifter from Liverpool, England. Have fun understanding his "Scouse" accent. We discuss his journey into getting big and strong from being a younger man with "man boobs". He discusses his own "flail zone" where he didn't know what he was doing, similar to other beginners, to getting smart with his training to where he is now. He also talks about his Twitter Famous body recomposition on how he bulked up to 260lbs before cutting to 215lbs to look like Chris Hemsworth. We discuss carbs, sugar...
2020-12-241h 14Ground Zero FitnessHow to CONTROL YOUR SPLURGE during the Holiday SeasonSam and Kyle talk about how the holiday season is a tough time for people trying to maintain their weight. You celebrate multiple times and have feasts throughout the weeks that seemingly have no end. We discuss topics like:- The bulk mentality vs. strategically eating mentality- Eating more of the good stuff, less of the bad- Why building proper eating habits BEFORE the splurge makes it 10x easierEnjoy the holidays!Check us out on Twitter!Find Kyle at @iamkylecee ...
2020-12-1819 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 9 - Conquering Fitness and Habits with Body Transformation Coach, Marcus RiceKyle and Sam chat with Marcus Rice, Conquer Training and Fitness. He has built himself a substantial Instagram following that has allowed him to successfully coach 100’s of busy professionals. He has a B.S in exercise science and tons of in-person and online personal training experience. He also is probably one of the most low-key Jacked individuals in the fitness Twitter realm. We discuss his his journey from an athlete into the online personal training realm. He gives us insight into how he helps beginning clients virtually, what traits successful beginning clients have, dives into the mindset and ha...
2020-12-1756 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 8 - Faith, Family, and Fitness With Guest, #1 Ranked Girl Dad, Ty TodtSam and Kyle sit down with Ty Todt, former online-poker player who spent much of his twenties living the life many people dream of: making large amounts of money online, partying, traveling, expensive cars and houses. It wasn't until after a divorce in his mid-20's that he realized he wasn't full-filled. He talks about his transition from that realization to his current relationship with his wife. He discusses how the relationship almost failed, and how he was able to pull himself out using a combination of faith, family, and fitness which has led him to become the #1 Ranked Girl...
2020-12-1052 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 7 - HOW TO STOP EATING LIKE A CHILDSam and Kyle discuss solutions building proper nutrition habits and how to navigate the processed food pandemic, price sensitivity, and family influence. Sam gives a rant on his systematic approach that listeners can use to stop eating like a child and start eating like an adult using 7 simple steps. Follow us on Twitter:@samk_strength@iamkylecee
2020-12-0336 minGround Zero FitnessEp. 6 - Fuzzy vs Attainable Goals: Why you are FAILING to reach your goalsSam and Kyle talk about the importance of goal setting, how to break down goals, and how to readjust when needed. They also discuss how to build SYSTEMS to achieve your goals instead of just shooting for an arbitrary goal with no plan. Follow us on Twitter:@samk_strength@iamkylecee
2020-11-2616 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 5 - Training, or Diet? Which comes first?Sam and Kyle discuss the importance of a diet and training, and which one comes first. We talk about what you should start off with, and the easiest step to a healthier lifestyle.Getting started in fitness, especially if you haven’t been in the gym or worked out before, is a daunting task. We developed this podcast to help listeners get strong, stay strong, and enjoy what life has to offer. We discuss the why and how of strength, nutrition, and health, so people can be better versions of themselves, for a lifetime.Check us...
2020-11-1216 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 4 - First Time In The Gym, What Do I Do?Sam and Kyle discuss the biggest bang for your buck exercises that you should focus on when you first get into the gym.The Squat, Deadlifts, Bench, Overhead Press, Chin-ups, and Rows. The discuss what compound exercises are compared to isolation or accessory exercises and why they should be focused on first. They also chat about mistakes beginners make such as: Too much volume Too many exercises Not tracking workouts Not progressively overloadingFollow us on Twitter!Sam: @samk_strengthKyle: @iamkylecee
2020-11-1217 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 3 - What is Strength?Sam and Kyle discuss the concept of strength, and why it is the first thing that should be focused on when you are a beginner. Strength = Longevity + Function. Getting strong will set the foundation for the rest of your fitness and health journey. Follow us on Twitter:Sam: @samk_strengthKyle: @iamkylecee
2020-11-1214 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 2 - The Low Hanging Fitness FruitSam and Kyle chat about the lowest hanging fruit, or the simplest things that can be done to get started on your fitness and health journey. They talk about the benefits of: Daily Walks Correct water intakeThen discuss how these small little changes need to be the focus over immediate results. Follow us on Twitter!Sam: @samk_strengthKyle: @iamkyleceeJoin our podcast Facebook group for updated podcast content related to each week's episode!
2020-11-1217 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 1 - It's Okay To Be A BeginnerSam and Kyle discuss what it's like to be a beginner, what are the biggest struggles to getting in the gym, why you have nothing to fear, and our experiences when we first started out. Getting started in fitness, especially if you haven’t been in the gym or worked out before, is a daunting task. We developed this podcast to help listeners get strong, stay strong, and enjoy what life has to offer. We discuss the why and how of strength, nutrition, and health, so people can be better versions of themselves, for a lifetime....
2020-11-1212 minGround Zero FitnessEpisode 0 - IntroductionWelcome to the Ground Zero Fitness Podcast! Sam and Kyle discuss where they come from and how they got into fitness and coaching. The book that Kyle talks about in this episode is "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg!Getting started in fitness, especially if you haven’t been in the gym or worked out before, is a daunting task. We developed this podcast to help listeners get strong, stay strong, and enjoy what life has to offer. We discuss the why and how of strength, nutrition, and health, so people can be...
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