<p>My wife, Stef Bare, joins me to share how a year of intentional strength training transformed her body and mindset. We break down reverse dieting, eating 2,300 calories, progressive overload, prioritizing protein, playing tennis, and her daily supplement routine. </p><p><br></p><p>This conversation is for all of you wanting to add in more strength programming, but specifically for women ready to stop holding back and build strength.</p><p><br></p><p>CHAPTERS:</p><p>0:00 Intro</p><p>2:00 Stef&#39;s 20-Year Fitness Background</p><p>6:20 Working Out vs. Being Intentional</p><p>11:10 How We Met</p><p>18:20 What Sparked the Muscle-Building Era</p><p>22:00 The Reverse Diet: From 1,500 to 2,300 Calories</p><p>25:35 Front-Loading Protein: The 70-Gram Breakfast</p><p>30:00 Full Day of Eating &amp; Favorite Protein Sources</p><p>35:50 Food Is Fuel — Carbs Are Not the Enemy</p><p>38:45 Nick&#39;s Crispy Rice &amp; Pan-Seared Salmon Method</p><p>43:45 How Stef&#39;s Training Changed: Volume, Intensity &amp; Progressive Overload</p><p>49:35 The Hobby That Changed Everything</p><p>58:40 Fueling for Heat</p><p>1:00:10 Stef&#39;s Daily Supplement Stack</p><p><br></p><p>ORDER MY BOOK HERE: ⁠<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 25% off FOR LIFE ⁠</p><p><a href="https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition</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><p><br></p><p>This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal [health or profession] advice. Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN) is not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice.</p><p><br></p><p>This podcast may not be republished without the written consent of Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN)</p>