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Life's too short to be average

Life's too short to be average

By Zac Gonzalez

Are you tired of all the bs in the health and fitness industry? Real fitness conversations for everyday life here!
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EP.17. Creating a plan. Stop f*****g about!

Life's too short to be averageNov 17, 2021

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EP 2. How to plan a successful fat loss phase ONCE FOR ALL!

EP 2. How to plan a successful fat loss phase ONCE FOR ALL!

Some of the topics that we discuss today here:


Tip 1: Zoom out and Break it down. Any work or life events? 


Tip 2: What’s your relationship with food? Track VS Fixed plan.


Tip3: You’re going to be hungry at points. 


Tip4: Just get it done and out of the way. Onto the next thing.

Sep 06, 202320:60
EP1. TOP 3 TIPS TO GET BACK TO IT AFTER A HOLIDAY.

EP1. TOP 3 TIPS TO GET BACK TO IT AFTER A HOLIDAY.

Do you feel a bit meh after your holiday? You feel like you're back to rainy and grey uk and you can't be asked? This is for you!

Aug 23, 202317:15
EP.28. Is beginning to look a lot like Christmas. 4 tips to smash your December!

EP.28. Is beginning to look a lot like Christmas. 4 tips to smash your December!

The holiday period is round the corner and we tend to have a heavy focus on food and drinks. What can we do to stay on track while making the most of December and New Year? We discuss it today!

Dec 05, 202212:01
EP 27. 10 lessons from 10 years as a coach.

EP 27. 10 lessons from 10 years as a coach.

Which are the top 10 lessons that I want to share with you? Some of them have been life changing in terms of applying them to my guys and girls and seeing how they completely transform their life.


I'll see you on the other side!

Sep 18, 202220:57
EP 26 Are you overcomplicating it?

EP 26 Are you overcomplicating it?

Are you reinventing the wheel? Are you making the process to complicated? Today I share with you 4 points to help you nail down the process. Make it as effortless and straight to the point as possible. Let's talk about it!

Jun 04, 202209:05
EP.25 On Track M-F but all over the place weekends? This is for you!

EP.25 On Track M-F but all over the place weekends? This is for you!

Today we discuss 5 key points that surround the ideal nutrition for you and your goals. Are you someone struggling to make progress because it seems weekends get in the way? This is for you! See you on the other side!

May 17, 202214:41
EP 24. If you're not getting better, you're just getting worse overtime.

EP 24. If you're not getting better, you're just getting worse overtime.

The idea of getting 1% better every single day in and out of the gym could be life changing. How can something so simple really push to that very next level? If we don't chase this concept, sometimes we could regress and get worse and worse without us realizing. Let's talk about it! Let's get you to where you want to be

May 09, 202216:08
EP.23. Have you got non-negotiables in place?

EP.23. Have you got non-negotiables in place?

Are you focusing your energy on the wrong things? You find yourself struggling to make progress? This is for you.

Apr 11, 202221:32
EP 22. The Foundations Of Health

EP 22. The Foundations Of Health

I want to bring to your attention the check list you defo want to tick off! All of these to make sure you're putting everything on your side to become the healthier/fitter version of yourself. We talk about ENERGY, HYDRATION, BODY AND STATE OF MIND. See you on the other side!

Mar 19, 202219:40
EP.21. New year resolutions?! You need to level the f*** up! 5 steps to follow

EP.21. New year resolutions?! You need to level the f*** up! 5 steps to follow

With the new year, everyone is setting up new goals to achieve. We all want to become that 2.0 version of ourselves, but, how do we do it?

Today we bring 5 steps to follow to bullet proof your 2022 goals. Let's get into it!

Jan 02, 202214:26
EP.20. Stop thinking you’ll transform your physique forever in 12 weeks. Start thinking long term!

EP.20. Stop thinking you’ll transform your physique forever in 12 weeks. Start thinking long term!

We are getting to that time of the year when you start thinking about January and what you want to achieve next year. Thinking that you need to do a body transformation plan and get back into a decent shape ASAP, but, is that the answer? Let's get into it!

Dec 21, 202118:23
EP19. Stop googling stuff! The answer is right in front of you!

EP19. Stop googling stuff! The answer is right in front of you!

Today I want to give you some tough love but also clarity so you can smash your 2022 with full understanding of what it is you're trying to achieve , and how to achieve it. See you at the gym people!

Dec 17, 202127:08
EP.18. Breaking down how "little" it takes to be in shape!

EP.18. Breaking down how "little" it takes to be in shape!

Do you think or do you ever come across someone who says: "I simply don't have the time to train and commit"?. Then this is for YOU/THEM.

Nov 29, 202112:52
EP.17. Creating a plan. Stop f*****g about!

EP.17. Creating a plan. Stop f*****g about!

Today I want to bring to your attention what are the main things you're struggling with and how to overcome those struggles taking yourself to the very next level. Stop messing around!

Nov 17, 202125:59
EP. 16. Rigid Diets Vs Flexible Diet. Which one is better for you?

EP. 16. Rigid Diets Vs Flexible Diet. Which one is better for you?

There is a lot of missconception with diet plans, food plans,etc. Today I want to bring to you some clarity when you're thinking if you should have a flexible approach or rigid. I give you some real life examples so you can clearly see what's for you and what isn't. Does it work with your psychology? Let's get into it!

Jul 08, 202121:09
EP. 15. Are you starving yourself and not really getting anywhere?

EP. 15. Are you starving yourself and not really getting anywhere?

How is it possible that you're doing everything you can to keep progressing with your fitness goals, but nothing is happening? We explain it today!

Apr 06, 202118:53
EP14. Are you comparing yourself to others? Listen to this.

EP14. Are you comparing yourself to others? Listen to this.

A constant conversation that I have as a coach is the perception of people thinking that everyone else is doing better than them in terms of fitness. Today, I want to talk to you about this, and give you some examples with real life lessons that will help you a lot!

Mar 25, 202117:17
EP 12. Acciones VS Objetivos

EP 12. Acciones VS Objetivos

Hoy os traigo punto a punto que podéis hacer cuando veis que no estáis haciendo todo lo posible para conseguir vuestros objetivos. A cuanta gente se le va la boca hablando de lo que quieren hacer pero muy pocos son los que realmente lo ponen en practica. Vamos al lío!

Mar 10, 202122:30
EP.13 Do your actions match your fitness goals?

EP.13 Do your actions match your fitness goals?

You really want to make a change with your physique but you find yourself coming back to bad decisions. Forever saying you want to achieve something but never really fully committed. What can we do to identify this and create a bulletproof plan? I tell you everything today!

Mar 10, 202127:38
EP12. 5 ways to take your training to the next level

EP12. 5 ways to take your training to the next level

Are you wondering if your actual plan is exactly what you need? Are you doing too much? Are you not doing enough? How do you know!? We discuss it today.

Feb 22, 202124:37
EP11. ¿Cómo acelerar el proceso de pérdida de grasa?

EP11. ¿Cómo acelerar el proceso de pérdida de grasa?

La pérdida de grasa no sólo tiene implicaciones visuales sino también emocionales y de la salud! Hoy os comento todo con pelos y señales!

Feb 18, 202127:14
EP.11. How to accelerate the fat loss process.

EP.11. How to accelerate the fat loss process.

Today we discuss the main things you want to focus on and how you can really speed up the fat loss process!

Feb 15, 202122:47
EP.10 6 things I wish I'd know as a beginner

EP.10 6 things I wish I'd know as a beginner

Today we discuss some of the mistakes I did as a young teenager trying to build muscle. What would I say to the younger myself?! Which mistakes did you do when you first started training? 

Feb 11, 202124:37
EP10. ¿Comer sano o comer para perder grasa?

EP10. ¿Comer sano o comer para perder grasa?

Todavía hoy en día hay mucha confusión a la hora de decidir qué alimentos son mejores para la pérdida de grasa. Mucha gente ve etiquetas en productos del tipo " bajo en grasa o en azúcares"  y sin lanzan pensando que son la solución. Hoy comentamos todo!

Feb 08, 202114:18
EP09. Eating healthy VS Eating to lose body fat

EP09. Eating healthy VS Eating to lose body fat

There is still a lot of misconception in what a good nutritional plan is. The food market and so many brands still label or classify foods as good or bad, healthy or unhealthy. Does nutrients and calories matter in order to improve your body shape? Let's get into it!

Feb 08, 202115:16
EP09. 7 pasos para una nutrición perfecta

EP09. 7 pasos para una nutrición perfecta

Hoy te explico paso a paso qué tienes que hacer para llevar una nutrición perfecta. Esto quiere decir que se adapte a tus objetivos y estilo de vida!  Estos 7 pasos van a significar un antes y después para muchos! 

Feb 01, 202123:01
EP8. 7 steps to have the perfect nutrition!

EP8. 7 steps to have the perfect nutrition!

Are you still trying to figure out what´s the best nutritional plan? How many carbs? How much protein? Fats? Everything you need to know is here step by step! Get pen a paper and let´s get into it! 

Feb 01, 202124:17
EP8. ¿Necesitamos Motivación o disciplina?

EP8. ¿Necesitamos Motivación o disciplina?

Hoy comentamos las grandes diferencias entre estar motivado o ser disciplinado. ¿Se puede estar siempre motivado a entrenar a tope y darlo todo? ¿Cómo? ¡ Hoy os lo cuento! 

Jan 31, 202120:48
EP07. Motivation VS Discipline

EP07. Motivation VS Discipline

Today we talk about one of the most important topics in regards to achieving your long term goals. Do we need to be always motivated? Is there any way we can do this? Today I explain everything about it! I'll see you in a bit!

Jan 26, 202120:48
EP07. Entrevista a Coach Joseca: "La intensidad no es negociable".

EP07. Entrevista a Coach Joseca: "La intensidad no es negociable".

Hoy tenemos el placer de hablar con nada menos que Coach Joseca. Uno de los grandes referentes a nivel español en lo que a culturismo natural y entenamiento progresivo se refiere! Joseca lleva una trayectoria de trabajo con más de 400 personas y ha participado en el proyecto de traducción de Las Pirámides de Nutrición y Entrenamiento. Escuchad lo que nos tiene que contar!

Jan 26, 202101:07:20
EP06. Conversations with Andrei Dieu. Lessons from training and clients!

EP06. Conversations with Andrei Dieu. Lessons from training and clients!

Today we have a guest! We speak with Andrei , an online coach from the uk very passionate about getting his clients to the next level! We discuss various topics and we have a laugh speaking about some myths and legends of the industry. I'll see you on the other side!

Jan 17, 202158:19
EP.06. PAULA DALMAU. ¿Por qué somos entrenadores?

EP.06. PAULA DALMAU. ¿Por qué somos entrenadores?

Hoy tenemos a una invitada muy especial desde Valencia! La entrenadora personal Paula Dalmau nos cuenta su experiencia en el sector fitness, también curiosidades y nos desmitifica algunas creencias comunes sobre alimentación y entreno. Nos vemos al otro lado!

Jan 17, 202146:35
EP.05. ¿ Estás siempre "a dieta"?

EP.05. ¿ Estás siempre "a dieta"?

Hoy vamos a hablar sobre el concepto de las dietas. ¿Por qué no funcionan? ¿Hay alguna alternativa que permita controlar la nutrición a largo plazo? La hay! Os lo cuento en este episodio! Os espero!

Jan 14, 202122:34
EP05. Are you always on a "diet"?

EP05. Are you always on a "diet"?

Today we discuss why diet plans are not best choice in terms of achieving your best physique yet. Is  there another alternative with even better results? There is! Listen to today's episode to find out more!

Jan 14, 202122:34
EP04. How to take your home training to the next level!

EP04. How to take your home training to the next level!

During lockdown, you might be struggling to get a decent routine together that actually makes you feel like you've trained properly. On today's episode, I have for you the main tips to get the most of your training from home!

Jan 11, 202122:58
EP.03: If you know how to train, Where are your results?

EP.03: If you know how to train, Where are your results?

After lockdown everyone is getting back into it and the last thing you want is keep getting things wrong. If something hasn't worked for you in the past, why do you still do it? You don't want to look back a few years and feel like you've wasted your time! Today's episode is for you!

Jul 29, 202024:29
EP03. Si sabes entrenar, ¿dónde están tus resultados?

EP03. Si sabes entrenar, ¿dónde están tus resultados?

¡De vuelta al gimnasio todos! ¿Sabes realmente como entrenar y todo lo que esto conlleva? Hoy os traigo todas las conversaciones que he tenido durante los años y los errores más comunes que se cometen impidiendo nuestro progreso a largo plazo! Si sabes como entrenar, cómo comer, como descansar, ¿dónde están tus resultados? Si llevas entrenando 10 años como yo, ¿dónde están tus resultados?

Jul 29, 202024:31
EP02. La vuelta al gym después de la cuarentena. ¿Qué deberías hacer?

EP02. La vuelta al gym después de la cuarentena. ¿Qué deberías hacer?

Después de tantos meses y entrenos de jardín online, después de tantos paseos, los gimnasios ya están abiertos! ¿Cuáles son mis mejores consejos de cara a empezar con buen pié tu nuevo camino fitness? Todo paso a paso en este episodio!

Jul 19, 202024:54
EP02. Coming back to the gym after lockdown: What should you do?

EP02. Coming back to the gym after lockdown: What should you do?

We are getting towards the end of lockdown here in England. The gyms are opening on the 25th of July. What should your training look like? What about your food? Should you take it easy or go full on? What about your energy and mood?  EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ON TODAY'S EPISODE!

Jul 19, 202024:54
EP01. Bienvenidos a Fitness For Real Life Podcast!

EP01. Bienvenidos a Fitness For Real Life Podcast!

Como profesional de la salud con 10 años de experiencia entrenando a personas de todas las edades, objetivos y condiciones, quiero iniciar este podcast presentándome a vosotros y explicar de qué tratará el podcast! Bienvenidos!

Jul 16, 202016:10
EP01. Welcome to Fitness for Real Life Podcast!

EP01. Welcome to Fitness for Real Life Podcast!

As a fitness professional with an experience of 10 years in the field, I've decided to jump on this platform to help you guys achieve your fitness goals! Today, I want to introduce myself to you guys and explain what is this podcast is all about! 

Jul 16, 202016:10