The Million Dollar Body Podcast | Burn Fat and Get Motivated with Nate

Want to get lean, healthy, and strong? 

Then you probably already know that you need to be eating at home more often.

This is seriously one of the most beneficial things you can do regardless of what diet you subscribe to.

Here's a SUPER easy way that I teach my clients and that has allowed me to be very consistent with my own food for over 6 years.

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, Anthony and I discuss the dirty secrets behind the fitness industry, what makes a great personal trainer, and what it takes to own and run a successful gym. (Hint: It’s not enough to be passionate about working out.)

We also talked about:

➡️ Which situation(s) you need to avoid to minimize the risk of liability

➡️ What lights Anthony up as a gym owner and what keeps him going day after day

➡️ The last time he changed his mind about something fitness-related that he really used to dig his heels in about (Hint: Keto. I’m not mad about it though.)

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m going to tell you about one of the simplest training techniques that increases cardiovascular health, burns fat, and one that ANYONE can do without worrying about scraping yourself off the ground afterwards.   

I love this technique because it won’t spike your cortisol levels AND it still burns fat at an accelerated rate. In the last few months, my clients who have used this training method have seen HUGE results. I’ve had:    

➡️ 2 clients win “biggest loser” weight loss challenges. 

➡️ 1 athlete make weight. 

➡️ 3 people drop under a weight that they’ve been plateaued at forever.

Today I've got Scott Ferguson on the podcast and you’ll want to listen for two reasons: (1) He’s successfully coached a ton of people to reach big goals in a variety of areas in their lives, and (2) he’s dropping some major wisdom on his framework for reaching success in life.  

We talked about:  

🔥 His rock-bottom story, how he self-admittedly preyed on other people’s misfortune, and what changed him for good (including the book that changed everything for him) 

🔥 How he’s building a tribe at Time To Shine Today podcast  

🔥 His technique for guiding people to draw their own (intelligent) conclusions instead of lecturing them

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I chat with with Lawrence Dunning, a busy (new) dad and real estate entrepreneur. Lawrence is an immigrant who’s been in the States for 18 years, with an overwhelming and infectious gratitude for what he calls “the ability to choose the lifestyle you want” in America. And he’s chosen a life fueled by fitness that makes everything else he does better.

You’ll learn:  

➡️ Lawrence’s advice on how to get started on getting fit. (Hint: It’s not moving from Step 1 to Step 100 overnight. It’s about getting f’ing started today.) 

➡️ How he approaches his nutrition and it’s not as restrictive as you might think. 

➡️ The powerful combo of fear and gratitude that propels him forward on his fitness journey.

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, Kyle and I talk about why Men’s Health magazine has led you astray (for all these years!) and how you can see better results with your weight training by ditching the 3 X 10.  

You’ll learn:  

💪 The most effective way to train your muscles including examples of how to create sets that give you the most bang for your buck 

💪 Why muscle failure is crucial in training to getting the bigger muscles you want 

💪 How to know when to increase (or decrease!) the amount of weight you’re using 💪 The one thing you should NOT be doing when you weight train (in addition to the 3 X 10 sets)

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m talking to Jared about how dropping sixty pounds has changed his confidence, his relationships, his endurance, and even how he shows up to work on a daily basis.

You’ll learn:

🔥 Jared’s strategic approach to food including his “mathematical formula” for figuring out what to eat

🔥 His advice to his previous self on why this journey is worth it and how to get started

🔥 How he’s developed the mental fortitude he’s always wanted, especially around fasting

Jessi and I discuss not only how hypnosis can help with weight loss, but also, how it helped her kick her cocaine habit as well. (WHAT?!) Her story is really an inspiration and it helped me understand the power of mindset in some really challenging ways.  

We talk about:  

➡️ How the body holds emotional tension and what role hypnosis plays in releasing that tension 

➡️ Which words you should get rid of in your vocabulary that tie you down to failure and what to embrace instead 

➡️ Her powerful story of transformation from drug addiction and a dead-end relationship to becoming who she really wants to be

Tom has never had a job. For the past 44 years, he has owned his own business. Starting from scratch, Tom owned 5 apartment buildings and a hotel BEFORE he graduated from college. 

Tom owned and operated the second largest nightclub in the State of West Virginia. 

Tom survived two gun fights, a knife fight, and over 100 serious altercations with bikers trying to kill him in the nightclub business.

If you’re not losing weight or you’re losing but gaining it right back in a vicious cycle, make sure you tune into this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, especially to find out about the last three VERY EFFECTIVE methods of weight loss Kyle and I talk about.

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, Kyle and I discuss the ins-and-outs of carb-cycling and how he got lean doing it, BUT also how it made his workouts super challenging (in a bad way). He’s totally changed up his carb-cycling strategy and now experiences crushing his workouts instead of soul-crushing workouts.  

You’ll learn:  

💪 The best carb-cycling technique that takes your energy levels, your time, and your workouts into consideration.  

💪 How to create a carb-cycling plan that becomes automatic and fits into your busy lifestyle 

💪 How to choose the path of least resistance when it comes to carbs and your workouts without being lazy

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, Davey and I talk about how to adopt fitness as a lifestyle (rather than a fad) and how effort and consistency are the main players if you want to get fit and stay that way. We also talk about how physical fitness affects all areas of your life, so if you’re not training, you’re probably going to anger management classes instead.   

KEY TAKEAWAYS

🔥 His first major failure as a trainer and how it helped him become who he is today 

🔥 How to show up even when you’re not motivated because you absolutely won’t be motivated all the time 

🔥 How he structures his diet (he’s a flexitarian) and keeps his training routine front and center

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I can’t wait for you to hear what Cameron accomplished working with me (like a visible 6-pack for the first time!) and what he’s doing now.   

You’ll learn:  

🔥 How a realistic framework for nutrition was exactly the missing piece Cam needed to move forward 

🔥 How the right changes to his approach to fitness led to more energy and more business (!) 

🔥 Why he was so resistant to hire a coach and what pushed him over the edge (Psst: he’s really glad he did!)

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m talking about fat loss strategies you can use starting today that are going to make a huge difference in your physique, even if you’ve been diligent with the basics, e.g. nutrition, weight training, etc. 

You’ll learn:  

💪 A framework (NOT a diet) for eating everyday that teaches your body to burn fat, instead of carbs, for energy 

💪 How to embellish your morning coffee for optimal fat loss (Please don’t stop drinking coffee, especially if you enjoy it!) 

💪 How much protein you should be actually eating for the best results AND listen until the end to hear my number one exercise for burning crazy amounts of fat. (It’s not what you think.)

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, Rusty and I talk about his amazing journey from being obese and miserable to losing 85+ pounds and becoming a successful fitness coach for men.

We discuss:

💪 What works and doesn’t work for men to lose weight

💪 How to eat for optimal health rather than over-focusing on calories

💪 How to dig deep into the pain of being overweight and how anger over the negative effects of too much weight can fuel your transformation

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m going to tell you exactly what you SHOULD NOT be doing when you’re trying to drop your stubborn belly fat and what you should be focusing on instead.  

You’ll learn:  

💪 Which types of ab workouts you should be doing and how often 

💪 The nutritional tweaks you need to make if you want to uncover your six-pack 

💪 Which trends/fads are absolute bull$hit when it comes to losing your belly fat 

💪 How you can hack a leaner look by focusing on your shoulder-to-waist ratio and what the golden ratio is (Seriously, you don’t want to miss this tip.)

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m going to tell you exactly what inputs you need to get the outputs you want. Plus, you’ll learn how you can double your rate of fat loss, especially if you’ve been doing overtime in the diet and exercise arena and haven’t been seeing results.   

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

🔥 What happens to your metabolism (and your testosterone levels) when you’re overly focused on training or restrictive dieting 

🔥 The science behind taking a break for a specific amount of time and how it actually sets you up to burn more fat later 

🔥 What you should be wary of with this method and who should and should NOT try it

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m going to tell you exactly what you need to do to get down to 10% body fat without hating yourself, including what you need to do beyond nutrition and lifting.   

You’ll learn:  

🔥 The insane health benefits of getting down to 10% body fat and how it can transform your work, your family life, and your energy levels. 

🔥 How to train which muscle groups and how often for maximum results. 

🔥 The cardio hack that will get you to 10% body fat faster!

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m going to share the exact training steps you need to implement to ditch the dad bod and get the lean and powerful athletic look instead.

I’m sharing:

💪 The top 3 muscle groups you need to focus on to reach Greek god status.

💪 My favorite cable and dumbbell exercise for each muscle group.

💪 What you need to stop doing right now to get the results you’re looking for. (It’s not what you think.)

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, Joe and I talk about how dads can lose 40+ pounds by following 3 simple strategies: mindset, accountability, & who you surround yourself with.

You’ll learn:

💪 How Joe makes micro commitments each week that lead to micro wins. Micro wins stacked on top of each other lead to big results.

💪 Which success mindset tricks are leading to sustained weight loss and muscle growth for Joe

💪 Why Joe invested in a coach to reach his fitness goals and who he surrounds himself with to help him stay on track and call him on his bull$hit.

Multimedia Journalist and Motivational Speaker Kevin McShan joins us on this episode of the Million Dollar Body. Kevin hosts the "Let's Have This Conversation" podcast, which focuses on bringing diverse content in a large assortment of diverse content in all facets of our news cycle. From news, sports, business technology, fitness, lifestyle, entertainment and politics. McShan hopes to bring the viewers an informative, thought-provoking experience.

Feeding an insatiable appetite for distributing knowledge and information to all people and telling their stories of inspiration and courage is what truly drives Kevin as a podcaster and in life.

Kevin lives with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy. However, rather than dwell on his personal restrictions the greatest gift he could ever give to the world is to celebrate his life and all of the life lessons he's been put on earth to teach and all of the wisdom he's gained through his disability, and he seeks to help others, of all walks of life, share their story as well.

While other look at Kevin and think "What an inspirational person" Kevin believes that he's simply consistent, and by DOING the mundane action that he knows are important, each and every day, he can inspire more people to greatness than a single event, speech, or podcast. 

If you’re ready to hear from a top nutrition coach about how to make informed, long-term decisions that have a real impact on your physique and are in line with the lifestyle you want, listen to this talk with Ben Brown!

Ben is the owner of BSL Nutrition and I love his approach to fitness. He designed his year-long fitness programs with several important things in mind:

➡️ Data-driven techniques that take people’s differences into consideration and not just the generic stuff—he considers things like your environment, your stage of life, your health history, your readiness, and so much more when he designs your program.

➡️ How to empower you to become your own nutrition detective which requires learning what works best for your unique body and then being able to maintain it.

➡️ He factors in bumps in the road. Often shorter programs don’t consider life emergencies or unforeseen events and they don’t give the process enough time to collect adequate  data to make the best decisions.

Blood flow restriction training is a great way to improve muscle tone and strength. BFR training has been used by professional athletes, weightlifters, bodybuilders, power lifters and even Hollywood actors who are looking for that ripped look. BFR training uses pressure cuffs or wraps on the muscles in order to restrict blood flow without cutting off circulation. BFR training has only recently become popular with the general public because of its amazing results!

In this interview with Dr. Mike DeBord of B3 Sciences, we go in depth on:

• How to use BFR Training
• Who should use Blood Flow Restriction
• How to get the best use out of your bands
• What types of bands are best for your results
• Different types of exercise for different goals
• How BFR can help with bone density, endurance, insulin resistance, improved healing, and building muscle.

BFR training is the perfect way to get that lean, toned look without having to spend hours in the gym! BFR has been proven to increase muscle strength and tone by as much as 20% with only 1-20 minutes of BFR training. Athletes are also able to improve their speed and agility when BFR training because it increases blood flow to the area, as well as causing a "hormonal cascade" of HGH, and IGF1 that can result in improved healing and recovery as well as more muscle and strength.

BFR training is a great way to recover from an injury because BFR training can be used on the extremities, but just because you can't "occlude" your back or shoulders doesn't mean you wont get any benefits - the increased amount of HGH and IGF1 will result in noticeable changes throughout the body.

BFR has also been proven to increase bone density by up to 15% in just 12 weeks! BFR is so much safer than using heavy weights or other types of resistance exercise for elderly populations, people dealing with Arthritis, or anyone who is looking to get in shape, but has never worked out before.

Click the link below to find out more about B3 bands and Listen to the episode to hear more about this incredible new technology.

On this week’ episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m laying out exactly what it takes to get shredded versus getting lean for life and why the Million Dollar Body method is better for busy dads who are ready to get rid of the dad bod with enough time to be present with their families, i.e. not training all the time.

You’ll learn:

• What you can and can’t have/do if you’re trying to get shredded (Hint: Zero alcohol, no cake ever, no tacos which...how can you live?)
• Why getting lean for life is such an important goal especially in your fight against dangerous visceral fat
• How simple it is to implement the Million Dollar Body method into your busy lifestyle

In this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, you’ll learn the secrets to a successful detox including things like which nutrient-dense foods to eat (hint: green faces) and which stats and supplements mean absolutely nothing aka you can stay away from the $800 of rare supplements Gyweneth Paltrow dumps in her morning smoothies.

Instead, you’ll learn:

• How to know if you’re ready for a sugar detox—the signs and symptoms that you’re addicted to sugar
• The elements of a healthy detox that doesn’t require expensive supplements
• How to ramp up your energy for the day and sustain it for better performance all day long.

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar body podcast, Garrett and I discuss the most strategic approach to fat loss and how to ensure that the results you’re getting today are the results you’re maintaining five years from now.

You’ll learn:

• Garrett’s four distinct phases of fat loss and why they’re important to train your body to keep fat off
• How to shift out of the dieting mentality and actually enjoy losing weight
• What a fat loss exit strategy is and why you need one to sustain your results
• Plus, watch to the end for my newly minted lightning round of guest questions!

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, get ready because I’m about to go deep in on the science behind the keto diet, including ways it can harm your body (cellular damage) and what’s happening during the dreaded “keto flu.”

🔥 KEY TAKEAWAYS 🔥

• Why Keto is the wrong choice for basically everybody and I’m backing up my claim with science so don’t sleep on this one.
• How keto tricks us into thinking there’s a hack or a quick fix to some effortless results that we don’t really have to work for. (And seriously, who thinks putting butter in your coffee is a good idea?)
• How ditching carbs completely elevates your stress and your cortisol levels which can lower your metabolic rate, lower testosterone and estrogen levels, and make it difficult to build muscle.

You do not want to miss this episode.

In addition to being a class act with an incredible message, Dane give the ULTIMATE LIFE HACK if you've ever had a hard time buying an amazing present for someone else. 

For sure this will be a game changer for me, and I hope you enjoy it as well.

In this episode of the MDB podcast, we get down with Dane to talk through his new book, The Dream Machine, and how to create an incredible culture that makes people come back again and again, and have fun doing in. 

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m diving deep on what it takes to be successful no matter what. Success doesn’t require perfection or never falling off track, it’s all about imperfect action takers having a willingness to learn and an open minded self-awareness to make the necessary changes you need to internalize success.

You’ll learn:

💪 How to internalize success so that the results come no.matter.what.

💪 How to engineer “hard” in your life that develops character, strength, and perseverance which spills over into so much more than your fitness

💪 Bonus! A sneak peek of the tattoo on my chest, why I got it, and how it moves me toward success everyday.

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m talking about the 5 *real* reasons you don’t have abs. If you haven’t seen the level of success you want, it’s 100% on you. The sooner you break out of the soft mindset that says “I can’t because of this reason,” the sooner that six-pack will be uncovered and on display.

This episode is going to help you break out of the soft mindset. You’ll learn:

• What’s holding you back from getting the killer abs you know you want and how to break free from blaming everyone but yourself.
• How to stop trying to “hack your way thin.” Getting abs is a daily investment. You reap the rewards when you stay consistent and stop making excuses.
• How to start creating the habits that allow you to be the man you want to be in order to show up for your family, your friends, and your work.

Ryan Shekell is host of the Every Breath Counts podcast and an inspirational leader at work and in life. Ryan was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) at the age of 18. 

Today, at 38, he continues to beat the odds. Ryan’s an inspiration in how he leads by example. He has defied his disease to compete in gruelling sports events and have a fabulous family. In this conversation, we discuss his journey, how he finds inspiration and how he has sculpted — and lives — his mission.

In this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m dummy-proofing building those blocky, six-pack abs you’ve always wanted. You’ll learn:

🔥 The proper techniques and form to maximize your effort at the gym to build your abs

🔥 An exercise you can do at your desk (anytime!) that will slim your waist and strengthen your core

🔥 How to isolate your ab muscles during your routine instead of letting your hip flexors get in the way

🔥 And, I’m dropping the link to my 6-Pack Secrets Guide—2 Advanced Techniques for Building Abs and the 3 Exercises Every Man Needs in the podcast in the Million Dollar Body FB group

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, we’re going to examine the habits of Chad and Brad to see who bounces back from the universal “put of despair” and gets the lasting weight loss results they want!

You’ll learn:  

🔥 What to do when you’re not getting the results you want. This is not rocket science, but you may need a little help to figure out where you’re going off track. 

🔥 How to transform your fitness choices into a lifestyle that fits your busy schedule  instead of a one-time magic pill 

🔥 How to bounce back from the inevitable dip and stay invested in your health for the good of you AND your family

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m breaking down the six most common excuses I hear, HOW they’re holding you back from the life you want, and WHY you need to get rid of them right now.

REAL TALK ABOUT:

🔥 The phrase I hate - “Everything in moderation.” If that’s guiding your nutrition choices, get ready for “death by a thousand cuts.” If you’re continually using moderation as an excuse to eat garbage, that’s not moderation.

🔥 Motivation and relying on something magical to get you started. (Truth: Motivation doesn’t come first. Motivation follows momentum.)

🔥 Thinking everything in your life needs to be EASY. That attitude will keep you soft in every area of your life.

On this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m letting you in on my highly effective morning routine that you can do quickly to train your body to start creating energy and shifting from sleep to a fat-burning, energy-making machine.

You’ll learn:

💪 What role coffee plays in your morning routine and what you can add to it for an extra dose of fat-burning (Watch until the end for all of my coffee hacks!)

💪 What kind of exercise should do (and for how long) to optimize your energy for the day

💪 Which activities you need to do in the AM to avoid decision fatigue and naturally boost your mood

In this week’s episode of the Million Dollar Body podcast, I’m breaking down the eight most common excuses (**cough, cough** limiting beliefs) I hear, how they’re holding you back, and how you can start moving forward on ditching the dad bod for good.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💪 The truth about your metabolism as you get older and why you can't use it as an excuse starting NOW

💪 How to break out of the scarcity mentality when it comes to your time and your energy

💪 What to do when your “lizard brain” keeps you focused on the fear of failure

If you’re ready to do MORE for your body and your brain with the food you eat and the way you train, instead of less, this podcast is for you.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

🔥 Carbs are your body's prefered source for energy, but you don’t have to go full keto to switch from burning carbs to burning fat.

🔥 How training consistently builds your metabolism and allows you to eat more (not less!)

🔥 How to train your body to access your fat stores for energy instead of that banana you ate this morning

On this week’s podcast I talk about how you can manipulate each phase to get the most return on your fat loss investment!

You’ll learn:

🔥 How to manage your expectations during each phase so that you can stay on track

🔥 Why plateaus are a necessary part of the fat loss process and what to do if you’re in one

🔥 How to know when your body is ready for each phase of fat loss

Understanding the three phases of fat loss and manipulating them to get the most optimal results is going to help you drop fat and keep it off, have the energy you need to show up for your family, and give you the mental capacity to be dominant in your work.