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Cerebral Fit

Cerebral Fit

By James Matthew Ruiz

The podcast about the mind, fitness & beyond.
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Cerebral FitOct 07, 2018

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The End of This Road: The Series Finale

The End of This Road: The Series Finale

This is it: the last episode of the podcast. Listen up one last time and I’ll catch y’all on another road.
Nov 19, 202028:07
Red Raider Road Race II

Red Raider Road Race II

This was recorded after me completing my second Red Raider Road Race with the West Texas Running Club.
Oct 15, 202013:24
Consequences

Consequences

Recovering from my first hangover as a 36 year old.
Sep 30, 202024:30
I’m back??

I’m back??

I’m stretching while recording a podcast. And I thought it was September 18th.
Sep 17, 202023:57
Heart ❤️

Heart ❤️

In this episode, I run my first race in the pre-Covid era and express pre and post race.
Jun 21, 202027:54
Musings Before Pizza

Musings Before Pizza

I ordered a pizza and had some time on my hands to podcast. The beauty of time and technology.
Apr 22, 202019:55
Here Comes the Money

Here Comes the Money

Took some time to record a podcast while warming up for a Leg Day!
Apr 14, 202028:32
Is it really Saturday though?

Is it really Saturday though?

No Saturday morning cartoons for this guy. In this episode, I talk about what I’ve been up to in West Texas and Southeastern New Mexico. From handing out meals, online personal training, and battling the mental dangers of Covid-19. Tune in and thanks for listening.
Apr 04, 202028:26
Enter Covid-19

Enter Covid-19

It’s the first episode of 2020...and in doors avoiding the newest threat to our world. A bit of a understatement, yes?
Mar 21, 202017:52
Is This On?

Is This On?

James returns from a two month hiatus and talks about what he did during his time away from the podcast.
Dec 07, 201918:10
Red Raider Road Race 5K Aftermath

Red Raider Road Race 5K Aftermath

Welcome back everybody! I talk about my first official 5K experience, what it meant to me, and what’s next on the 5K horizon!
Oct 12, 201912:02
Life after DHS/TSA: One Year Later

Life after DHS/TSA: One Year Later

It’s in the title, you all!
Sep 29, 201932:42
James x The Headache 🤕

James x The Headache 🤕

I woke up this morning with a wicked headache and decided to record a brief podcast about it (along with my week). Enjoy!
Sep 21, 201917:41
And the Spartan Stadion Race...

And the Spartan Stadion Race...

James talks about his entrance into the world of Obstacle Course Racing (OCR) by entering himself into the Spartan Stadion Race at Cowboys Stadium in 2020!
Sep 06, 201924:33
Social Media and The Personal Trainer

Social Media and The Personal Trainer

Tune in and find out!
Aug 16, 201915:42
One Year Later

One Year Later

It’s the one year anniversary of the Cerebral Fit Podcast and James goes into detail of how much his life has changed since the first episode of this podcast!
Jul 16, 201921:05
Create your own Game

Create your own Game

A short and sweet episode detailing an interview I did with a local college student regarding my career & choices.
Jul 05, 201909:30
Talking Fitness with The Ruiz Tribe!

Talking Fitness with The Ruiz Tribe!

In a very special episode, I sat town with my immediate family and talked fitness with them! 

Jun 28, 201934:49
James Says Relax

James Says Relax

The title says it all ( :
Jun 21, 201915:28
What is This All 4?

What is This All 4?

James does a bit of mindful rant.
Jun 14, 201939:47
Chasing Momentum

Chasing Momentum

James details his first week of his new summer program & what it has shown him.
Jun 07, 201913:28
I’m the Village

I’m the Village

I talk about what the summer has going for me and just how important personal training can be.
May 31, 201920:04
Don’t Call It a Comeback

Don’t Call It a Comeback

Late night recordings detailing my week!
May 17, 201927:09
The Mind & Muscle Connection

The Mind & Muscle Connection

I got candid about my personal life and how recent events have impacted my performance in the gym.
May 10, 201913:01
Podcasting In Bed 🛌

Podcasting In Bed 🛌

I podcast in bed. It’s worth a listen.
May 04, 201917:05
April Madness Reigns

April Madness Reigns

It was a hell of a week in Lubbock, Texas and I talk about how to bounce back from all those tasty indulgences (and why it's okay) from Final Four parties and so on.

Also!

-Book Review

-Birthdays

-Networking 



Apr 12, 201936:50
The Art of LISTENING 101

The Art of LISTENING 101

Listen and find out. 

Apr 05, 201937:48
The Mental State of You

The Mental State of You

New Format. New Approach. Same Game.


Let's Go!!!!

Mar 29, 201944:08
Independent Contractor 101

Independent Contractor 101

In this episode, I talk about my other job, Favor deliveries, and how I navigate it with my personal training career along with the importance of tipping 👍🏽
Mar 18, 201914:59
James Turns Into a Laboratory Rat 🐀

James Turns Into a Laboratory Rat 🐀

I ventured into the Texas Tech Kinesiology & Sports Management Department and became a lab rat for a study. Tune in for why I did and what happened 😏
Mar 07, 201919:18
Battling Instant Gratification 101

Battling Instant Gratification 101

I talk about the battles with “instant gratification”
Feb 26, 201915:07
Shocks & Surprises

Shocks & Surprises

It’s been a week 💪🏽
Feb 22, 201916:16
“Aut inveniam viam aut faciam”

“Aut inveniam viam aut faciam”

I open my week with a bit of venting, ranting, and a direction of what’s to come.
Feb 18, 201912:31
Promotion 101

Promotion 101

I drink coffee & I talk about things.
Feb 14, 201929:35
Don’t Forget the Work

Don’t Forget the Work

Detailing a chance conversation I had the night before about hustling & work.
Feb 12, 201919:57
Cheat Meal(s) Overdrive

Cheat Meal(s) Overdrive

I briefly discuss the pros & cons of indulging a wee bit into cheat meals.
Feb 11, 201913:56
Insights into Competition

Insights into Competition

Competition. I talk about it!
Feb 08, 201918:38
Kitchen Talk 101

Kitchen Talk 101

I’m in the kitchen baking some good & talking micronutrients, diets, and all my food intake as of late.
Feb 07, 201918:30
Stretching/Podcasting 101

Stretching/Podcasting 101

I’m stretching while podcasting. Multi-tasking at its finest.
Feb 05, 201912:19
Easy Like Saturday Morning

Easy Like Saturday Morning

I woke up and felt like recording a podcast episode. Randomness ensues!
Feb 02, 201920:59
Advanced Gym Etiquette 101

Advanced Gym Etiquette 101

It’s in the title, y’all!!
Jan 31, 201923:34
Stick 2 Your Guns 💪🏽

Stick 2 Your Guns 💪🏽

A brief episode on detailing the tone of my week and the importance of choosing (and dismissing) the opportunities that will come your way.
Jan 26, 201921:28
The Ramblings of Mad Men-Part Three

The Ramblings of Mad Men-Part Three

In part three, we end our conversation by talking about the "Social Media Self" and it's broad effect in the growing artificial world we live in.
We are also visited by a mouse in the cupboard which Terrence tries to find.
We also make our AFC/NFC Championship predictions along with our Super Bowl picks? Tune in to see who we got going to the big game!
Jan 20, 201901:03:24
The Ramblings of Mad Men-Part Two

The Ramblings of Mad Men-Part Two

In part two, Terrence and myself dive more into the use of marijuana & CBD oil, but also discuss his love for MMA and my growing love & interest for it as well. From Rousey, Lesnar, Jon Jones, and even religion, we dive into the world of MMA! 

Jan 17, 201948:48
The Ramblings of Mad Men: Part One

The Ramblings of Mad Men: Part One

On this first of three parts, me and special guest, Terrence Spain, discuss the usage of CBD oil & marijuana in sports & life general.

You don't want to miss this episode! 

Jan 14, 201938:30
Mental Games

Mental Games

I'm cranky and I recorded a podcast episode cause of it. I'll let figure out why I'm cranky. 

Jan 03, 201928:15
The Ruiz Men Talk Fitness!

The Ruiz Men Talk Fitness!

Last Podcast Episode of 2018!!

For the first time on the Cerebral Fit Podcast, I interviewed my first guest-my father! The man (James G. Ruiz) who introduced me to fitness & one part of the biggest influences in my life sat down with me & we talked about his journey into fitness and what it has done for him!


Dec 27, 201838:16
4 Things to Look for in a Personal Trainer

4 Things to Look for in a Personal Trainer

It's that time of the year when gyms fill up with new members & new missions to better their health! But what about personal training? Who should you hire and what should you be looking for? I answer those questions.
Dec 20, 201835:10
You vs. You

You vs. You

In this episode, I talk about my battles with writers block, podcast block, and the battles of being an introvert in the fitness world.
Dec 12, 201831:17
Gym Etiquette 101 (Explicit)

Gym Etiquette 101 (Explicit)

It was a doozy at the gym this morning and it was time to address some pet peeves of mine when it comes to etiquette. The "Doctor of Gymanomics" is here to help.

I'll send that check in the mail, Cena.
Dec 07, 201818:03