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After two decades of trying to lose weight and get healthy, recovering from a heart attack, and navigating the stress of travel, work events, and major family losses, David reached a point where he knew something had to change. For years, progress would come and go — a few pounds lost, then gained back. Strict diets, all-or-nothing phases, bursts of motivation followed by long periods of inconsistency. Nothing ever stuck, untill he discovered our program.

In this episode, Ted talks to our client, David, a 51-year-old executive who turned his life around by breaking free from 20 years of failed diets and time-consuming workouts. He shares how our coaching program helped him overcome a health scare, lose 20 lbs, and become his best version in his 50s, all while juggling a busy travel schedule and social life. His story is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to rewrite your future when you commit to yourself and follow a plan built for longevity.

You Will Learn:

• The mindset shift that helped David break free from restrictive dieting

• How to stay on track during business trips, vacations, and social events

• Why accountability works best when it creates self-reflection, not guilt

• How winning in one area fuels confidence and success in others

Chapters:

(00:00) Introduction

(00:38) The Problem: Out of Shape and Lacking Confidence

(02:24) Meet Dave

(02:39) Dave's Fitness Journey: Challenges and Achievements

(07:37) Starting the Program Amidst Life Events

(08:28) Adjusting Diet and Mindset

(09:11) Balancing Social Life and Fitness Goals

(10:00) Learning from Setbacks

(11:23) Sustainability and Long-Term Success

(12:07) Impact Beyond Health and Fitness

(13:20) Advice for Potential Clients

(14:24) Coaching Style and Effectiveness

(15:16) Parting Words and Lessons

(16:06) Conclusion

Some years lift you up. Others stretch you, test you, and force you to grow in ways you didn't expect.

And 2025? It was the kind of year that does all three.

In this powerful episode, Ted shares an honest reflection on what worked, what failed, what hurt, and what ultimately made him stronger in 2025. From the explosive start to the year, to the sudden collapse in social media traction, to a $20,000 mistake, and finally to rebuilding the business with clarity and intention—Ted opens the curtain on the real journey behind the scenes.

You'll hear how losing momentum in his main acquisition channel forced him to confront blind spots, rethink his strategies, and rebuild the foundations of his business. You'll learn why the right coach matters, how the wrong partnership can derail months of progress, and how returning to his true strengths—podcasting, connection, and speaking—brought his mission back into alignment.

This episode is a reminder that growth doesn't come from the easy seasons. It comes from the messy chapters, the setbacks, and the moments when you're forced to evolve.

You'll learn:

• Why your hardest years often become your most transformative

• What happens when you rely too heavily on one platform for leads

• How to evaluate coaches and business mentors with a clear mind

• Why setbacks often point you back to your true strengths

• The mindset shift needed to navigate chaos without losing direction

If 2025 tested you too, you're not alone. Let this episode help you see your challenges through a lens of gratitude—and step into 2026 with renewed clarity and purpose.

(00:00) Introduction

(00:52) Reflecting on 2025: A Year of Growth

(03:05) How Ted Overcame Challenges in His Business

(05:26) Lessons from a Failed Coaching Investment

(09:43) Pivoting to a New Business Coach

(11:14) Embracing Podcasting and Future Plans

(16:03) Gratitude and Personal Growth

(21:21) Conclusion and Looking Forward to 2026

Every December, millions of people gain weight — not because they "fall off the wagon," but because they never recover from holiday habits. A few extra pounds here, a few extra pounds there… and suddenly a decade has gone by. But it doesn't have to be that way.

In this episode, Ted breaks down the exact approach he uses to stay lean, feel good, and enjoy the holiday season without dieting or acting like a fitness weirdo. Whether he's eating brisket in Texas or pasta in Italy, Ted follows a simple framework that keeps him healthy while still being present with family, enjoying good food, and making memories.

You'll learn why the key to holiday success starts before the holidays even begin, how to eat strategically without restricting yourself, and how to turn movement into connection instead of isolation. Ted also shares stories from clients who traveled, enjoyed every moment, and came back without gaining weight — proving that you really can have both fun and results.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why holiday weight gain happens — and how to prevent it

• The mindset shift that keeps you from becoming the "fitness weirdo" at family gatherings

• The simple nutrition formula Ted uses when traveling or visiting family

• How to stay full and satisfied without restricting your favorite holiday foods

• And much more...

If you want to finish the holidays feeling good in your body — not guilty or bloated — this episode gives you a practical, stress-free plan anyone can follow.

What Ted Shares in This Episode:

(00:00) Introduction

(02:35) The Holiday Weight Gain Dilemma

(04:13) Bring the Good Energy: Avoid Being a Fitness Weirdo

(07:41) Preparation Beats Willpower

(13:00) Important Nutrition Tips

(15:49) Turn Fitness into Connection

(19:09) Accept Imperfection: Get Back on Track Fast

(21:50) Conclusion: Design a Lifestyle That Bends Without Breaking

You might think you're eating healthy — but what if the story you tell yourself about your diet has nothing to do with your actual health?

In this episode, Ted breaks down one of the most common mistakes high achievers make when it comes to nutrition — believing that how "healthy" your food sounds is what determines your results. Using a viral debate comparing Big Macs to salmon, Ted explains why food stories and diet labels miss the real picture.

You'll learn why calories are still king, why excess body fat destroys your health regardless of how "clean" you eat, and what data actually matters — from body composition and visceral fat to fasting glucose, hemoglobin A1C, and cholesterol levels.

Ted also shares how two people can eat the same foods and have totally different health outcomes, and why the only way to know if your diet is working is to track objective data, not rely on beliefs or feelings.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What is the real relationship between calories, food quality, and health outcomes

• Why being lean and active matters more than any specific diet

• What your blood work reveals about your true metabolic health

• How to use DEXA scans and lab tests to track your progress accurately

• How to use data, not diet dogma, to optimize your health and performance

• And much more...

If you're serious about living longer, performing better, and cutting through nutrition hype, this episode will show you how to stop guessing and start measuring what truly matters. Listen now!

What Ted Shares in This Episode:

(00:00) Intro

(02:33) Think You Eat Healthy? Here's Why That Might Be a Lie You're Telling Yourself

(03:44) The Big Mac vs Salmon Debate: Can a Big Mac Be Healthier Than Your "Clean" Diet?

(04:33) Why Calories Matter More Than You Want to Believe

(08:38) Forget the Stories and Find Out What the Numbers Say About Your Health

(08:57) Understanding Body Fat and Health Metrics

(10:11) What Your Bloodwork Is Trying to Tell You

(10:52) The Simple Blood Test That Can Predict Diabetes Before It Strikes

(12:02) Client Case Study: Misleading Health Perceptions

(13:47) Why Your Friend Can Eat Junk and Stay Fit (and You Can't)

(14:52) The Ultimate Health Check: What to Measure If You Want to Live Longer

(15:41) Moving Beyond Diet Dogma

(16:28) The Bottom Line: Stop Believing Stories About Food. Start Looking at Your Data