<p>In this episode, I'm covering five crucial lessons I've learned from over 20 years of my fitness journey. I outline the importance of combining strength and cardiovascular training, the differences between fueling for aesthetics versus performance, the necessity of balancing hard and sustainable training seasons, and the perils of overtraining. </p><p><br></p><p>CHAPTERS:</p><p>00:00 Introduction</p><p>00:41 My Fitness Journey: From High School to Now</p><p>02:55 Current Focus: Ironman Arizona Prep</p><p>04:29 Five Key Lessons from My Fitness Journey</p><p>06:25 Strength and Cardiovascular Training: A Balanced Approach</p><p>08:31 High Rocks Training: The Perfect Balance</p><p>12:34 Bodybuilding Prep: The Challenges and Learnings</p><p>14:36 Marathon and Ironman Training Insights</p><p>23:57 Post-Ironman Training Plans</p><p>29:41 Fueling for Performance vs. Aesthetics</p><p>37:09 Introduction to Bodybuilding Nutrition and CrossFit Performance</p><p>39:40 The Role of Food as Fuel</p><p>42:58 Balancing Hard and Sustainable Seasons</p><p>55:29 The Importance of Doing Less</p><p>01:06:12 Redefining Progress Beyond PRs</p><p><br></p><p>ORDER MY BOOK HERE:</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210</a></p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW:</p><p>Become a BPN member FOR FREE - Unlock 20% off FOR LIFE</p><p><a href="https://bpn.team/member" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://bpn.team/member</a></p><p><br></p><p>IG: <a href="instagram.com/nickbarefitness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">instagram.com/nickbarefitness/</a></p><p>YT: <a href="youtube.com/@nickbarefitness" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">youtube.com/@nickbarefitness</a></p>
