Self-care isn’t selfish. What I’ve come to learn while leading military formations consisting of thousands of people is that when I take time for my fitness, my work decisions are clearer, my demeanor is better, I’m more rested and less stressed, and I’m a better husband and father. It’s not working longer and harder that … The post Balance Work an…

In the last episode of the TD Fitness Podcast, we kicked off a three-part series on balancing work and fitness. We started by discussing the mindset required to balance the two. This week, we’re going to dive into practical approaches to actually strike that balance. What are the areas you want to achieve this in? … The post Balance Work and Fitnes…

Life is a constant exercise in competing priorities. There are so many important things that we can do, should do, or must do. And oftentimes, there’s tension between what we consider urgent and what we consider important. The balance between work and your health is no different. In this episode, I’m sharing the things that … The post Balance Work …

What if I told you that the bad things that happen to you – the things that get you down, the things that get in the way of you achieving your goals and being the person you want to be – could disappear in an instant? And that YOU could make them disappear? Or that … The post How to Gain the Perspective Needed to Reach Your Fitness Goals first appe…

On the TD Fitness Podcast, I’m continuing my story of training for and completing the Ironman race in 2015. As we talked about last week, the first step was tapping into a growth mindset to believe I could achieve something beyond what I thought was in my ability. This week I want to talk about … The post How to Reach the Fitness Goals You Never Th…

I’m taking us back to 2015, the year that I set out to complete a full Ironman race – a 2.4-mile swim, followed by a 112-mile bicycle ride and a 26.2-mile marathon. It was a huge feat but what the experience taught me is that before we get to the “doing” part, we have to … The post The Mindset for Reaching Your Dream Goal No Matter Your Fitness Lev…

It’s important to approach growth by focusing on the starting point of where you are right now. What strengths do you already have that you can build better habits upon? Remember that YOU are the most important person and the one with the biggest impact on your growth journey. Not your doctor, not your spouse, … The post Start Where You Are and Use…

The most important thing in personal growth is practicing consistent habits. Habits define who we are and how we are. You’ll see, over time, just how much your habits will grow you. Start small with your habits…small enough to create psychological wins but large enough to be a slight challenge. It’s not about being perfect … The post Be Consistent,…

If you’re avoiding change and growth, is it out of fear or procrastination? Or are you being prudent and simply waiting for a better time? Determining your level of readiness for change is critical before approaching a goal. Assessing the external stressors and circumstances in your life can help you discern the answer to these … The post Is Now th…

This is a reminder that you are exactly where you’re supposed to be. Only YOU define who you are and how you view yourself. That means you have the power to change the reflection of who you see in the mirror right now, regardless of your past. Don’t dwell on the past. Learn from it. … The post Get Out of Your Way – Let the Past Go first appeared on…

We’ve all felt fear at one point or another. It’s a normal part of life. Sometimes it’s crippling, but it doesn’t have to be. When you know how to face your fear, it can actually empower you. You can start to develop this type of mindset by listening for and eliminating negative self-talk and limiting … The post Get Out of Your Way – Overcome Your …

Defining the true reason you desire change, or your “why,” is important because it provides the motivation that drives you. You’ll want to assess the motivation that comes from within, which is called intrinsic motivation, and your external motivation, which is called extrinsic motivation. Others are looking at you and trying to decide if they … Th…

Did you know that the single most important factor in living, not just a balanced life, but one in which you thrive in every key area, is believing that you can? It comes down to having confidence in your ability to succeed at the particular thing that you’re striving for. Determine the type of person … The post Believe and Be the Person You Were M…

Welcome back for the first podcast episode of 2023! In this episode, we are talking about how you can live a life of lower stress, be healthier, be present at home, and be productive at work. And you can go beyond simply having balance with each of these things to actually thriving in each of … The post Life Balance and Thriving in 2023 first appea…

Welcome back for episode 119 of the TD Fitness Podcast! This is the seventh and final episode of my personal growth series, and the final episode of the year! In this episode, we wrap things up with some long-term thinking and approaches to becoming the person you want to be – whether that’s in fitness, … The post Personal Growth Part 7 – Ensuring …

Welcome back for episode 118 of the TD Fitness Podcast! This happens to be episode number six of my seven-part personal growth series, and in this episode, we discuss what it is we measure as we seek to grow and some things to consider as we think about how we define success and succeeding. As … The post Personal Growth Part 6 – Measuring the Right…

Welcome back for episode 117 of the TD Fitness Podcast! This is episode number five of my personal growth series, and in this episode, we talk about being accountable, taking control, and understanding and working through the things that are simply beyond our control. So, let’s jump right into it! For more, please follow me … The post Personal Grow…

Welcome back for episode 116 of the TD Fitness Podcast! This is episode number four of my personal growth series, and in this episode, we talk about ways to make your growth about you! It may sound strange, but many times when we are seeking to improve or better ourselves we take things that may … The post Personal Growth Part 4 – Make it About You…

Welcome back for episode 115 of the TD Fitness Podcast! This is episode number three of my personal growth series, and I’m excited to bring you some more helpful information related to instilling habits (the building blocks of growth) and striving for “better, not perfect.” As we walk through these topics, I will again provide … The post Personal G…

Welcome back for episode 114 of the TD Fitness Podcast! I’m happy to continue with the topic of personal growth, specifically with respect to putting the past into perspective and readying yourself to move forward with progress. You may recall the six different lenses through which I’m addressing these topics in our personal growth journey: … The p…

Welcome back for episode 113 of the TD Fitness Podcast, the first podcast episode of 2022! This is a part of my expanded approach to personal growth and is about envisioning your future self and believing in yourself. We’ll explore these concepts through six different lenses – fitness, nutrition, stress management, marriage, parenting, and spiritua…

Welcome back for episode 112 of the TD Fitness Podcast, the last episode of 2021! This is the 4th and final part of my Less Stress Series. Over the last couple of months, we’ve talked about the importance of mindset, how an understanding of the things around us can affect our ability to deal with … The post Less Stress Part 4 – Measuring Progress a…

Welcome back for episode 111 of the TD Fitness Podcast! This is part 3 of my Less Stress Series. Over the last couple of months, we’ve talked about the importance of mindset and how an understanding of the things around us can affect our ability to deal with the stress in our lives. Again, the … The post Less Stress Part 3 – A Process for Lowering …

Welcome back for episode 110 of the TD Fitness Podcast! This is part 2 of my Less Stress Series. Chronic stress is unhealthy. It affects our mood, our hormones, and our weight… But, a productive, positive mindset and a conducive, healthy environment can help us better manage that stress. Of course, when it comes to … The post Less Stress Part 2 – M…

This is Episode 109 of the TD Fitness Podcast, and Part 1 of my Less Stress Series. Chronic stress is unhealthy. It affects our mood, hormones and causes us to retain weight. But, a productive and positive mindset is the first step in overcoming the mental challenges that come with positive change, and it’s the … The post Less Stress Part 1 – Lower…

Here’s Episode #108 of the TD Fitness Podcast! This is the final episode of my four-part Better Nutrition Series. In this episode, the focus is on defining success and viewing progress. This is important because the right perspective can help us understand what is truly important when measuring change. Let’s get to measuring that progress! … The po…

Welcome back for episode 107 of the TD Fitness Podcast! This is part 3 of my four-part Better Nutrition Series. In this episode, we get into how to actually implement the action steps associated with improving our nutrition habits. We have to be clear about who we want to be to set the goals that … The post Better Nutrition Part 3 – A Process for B…

Episode 106 of the TD Fitness Podcast is part 2 of my four-part Better Nutrition Series. This episode is meant to give you a better understanding of our environment and how it affects us as we strive for better nutrition. Sometimes we’re dealt a hand that we simply cannot control. Here I discuss some strategies … The post Better Nutrition Part 2 – …

The TD Fitness Podcast is officially back with episode 105! Welcome back, I am excited to be back on the podcast circuit with you at last. This episode is Part 1 of a four-part series on Better Nutrition. In this episode, I focus on your MINDSET for Better Nutrition by sharing a few personal examples … The post Better Nutrition Part 1 – A Mindset f…

Welcome back to the TD Fitness Podcast for episode 104, where we’re wrapping up our 4-part discussion on how to reduce stress and live healthier! In episode 101, we recapped how we can and should let go of the past, how we can ignore unhelpful outside judgment, and how we can reduce our stress to … The post Reduce Stress. Live Healthier. Part 4 fir…

Welcome back to the TD Fitness Podcast for episode 103, where we’re continuing our discussion on how to reduce stress and live healthier! In episode 101, we recapped how we can and should let go of the past, how we can ignore unhelpful outside judgment, and how we can reduce our stress to live a … The post Reduce Stress. Live Healthier. Part 3 firs…

Welcome back to the latest episode of the TD Fitness Podcast, where we’re discussing how to reduce stress and live healthier (part 2)! In part 1 of this series, we recapped how we can and should let go of the past, how we can ignore unhelpful outside judgment, and how we can reduce our stress … The post Reduce Stress. Live Healthier. Part 2 first a…

Welcome back to the TD Fitness Podcast and our episode 101 reset! My goal has always been to provide consistent, effective, and simple advice, and we’re sticking to that this week with a recap on September’s Fit Vid principles and how to reduce stress for healthier, progress filled living. So, what principles are we addressing … The post Reduce Str…

I’m excited to release this episode of the TD Fitness Podcast! It’s a huge milestone, and I made it extra special for you. My goal has always been to provide consistent, tangible, simple, and effective advice. So, in this episode, we’re going deep on the concept of “Be. Do. Have.” Why is this important? Well, … The post Episode #100 – Be. Do. Have.…

Episode 99 of the TD Fitness Podcast is released! In this episode, I’m recapping my August Fit Vids where we’ve been discussing measuring, assessing, adjusting, and iterating our way to “healthier.” We can use how we’ve done to find the most sustainable and effective way to reach our health goals. If you haven’t seen any of the August … The post Au…

The TD Fitness Podcast is back this week with episode number 98! This episode, recapping my July Fit Vids, is all about planning ahead and setting yourself up to succeed! Last month’s episode was about better understanding what is actually in your scope of control so that you can better determine an effective course of … The post July 2020 Fit Clip…

As the world is trying to get back to some sort of normal, and as a majority of us are navigating our new work environments and requirements, our mindset and health are more important than ever. That’s why the TD Fitness Podcast is back this week with episode number 97! In episode 97, we are … The post June 2020 Fit Clips first appeared on .…

It has been a crazy and difficult few months, and it seems like stress and turmoil are everywhere. I hope you are staying safe and healthy in the midst of it all and I hope that TD Fitness can be a healthful resource for you during this time. This is a good time to pause, … The post May 2020 Fit Clips first appeared on .…

This week, the TD Fitness Podcast is back with episode number 95! In this episode, you can recap or catch up on April’s TD Fitness Fit Vids. April was all about your perspective and how you can not only cope in the tough times but thrive through them! If you’ve been following on social media, … The post April 2020 Fit Clips first appeared on .…

Welcome back to the TD Fitness Podcast! We’re back this week with episode number 94! In this episode, you can recap or catch up on March’s collection of TD Fitness Fit Vids. February’s Fit Vids were all about mindset, action, and consistency. March is all about what can work against you on your fitness journey, … The post March 2020 Fit Clips first…

The TD Fitness Podcast is back this week with episode 93! In this episode, you can recap or catch up on February’s collection of TD Fitness Fit Vids. February’s Fit Vids were all about mindset, action, and consistency! If you’ve been following on social media, you’ll be familiar with these Fit Vids, but if you’ve … The post February 2020 Fit Clips …

We’re back with another episode of the TD Fitness podcast to start your February out right! In this episode, I’m bringing you another collection of TD Fitness Fit Vids. These Fit Vids are filled with health tips, healthy mindsets, and trainer’s advice. If you’ve been following on social media, you’ll be familiar with these Fit … The post January 20…

We’re back with another episode of the TD Fitness podcast to close out your 2019 right and welcome in 2020! In this episode, I’m bringing you another compilation with healthy tips and we’re getting your mindset right for the new year. If you’ve been following on social media, you’ll be familiar with a lot of … The post December 2019 Fit Clips first…

This episode of the TD Fitness podcast, is a bit different. It’s an assortment of helpful, healthful tips for November! If you’ve been following me on social media, you’ll know that I’ve started producing some short video content with a “thought for the day” that talks about how we can implement healthy habits daily. It’s … The post November 2019 F…

After a few weeks, we’re back with a new episode on the TD Fitness Podcast! This month (November) is National Diabetes Month in the United States and I went live on Facebook earlier this month to discuss diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Diabetes can cause a multitude of complications and conditions. Here I share some … The post Diabetes, Heart …

This episode was inspired by James Clear’s Atomic Habits. According to James Clear, you do not rise to the level of your goals, you fall to the level of your systems. I want to unpack this concept as it pertains to how we structure our fitness goals, and what systems I put in place so … The post Forget About Your Goals. Focus on Your System. first …

One of my Action-Takers has a HUGE problem… So we’re tackling it on the podcast! This Action-Taker writes: I have a HUGE phobia of ocean swimming. How do/will I overcome this fear for the triathlon? Not only is the triathlon itself a major challenge, but this fear is also a major obstacle. So, in this … The post How to Get Out of Your Own Way and D…

Are you a late shift worker? Know someone working late shifts? How about some helpful tips on healthy living? I’m really excited about this topic because it comes directly from one of you, TD Fit Fam! I talk a lot about healthy living for busy individuals here, and sometimes it’s not just being “busy” we … The post Healthy Living Tips for Late Shif…

This episode is all about overcoming setbacks! When we’re deliberate about planning to live healthier (which is where I want all of us to be), setbacks can sometimes overwhelm and demotivate us. Setbacks are a part of the game though, they’re a big part of life… If all we had to do was focus on … The post Hitting the Reset Button – Overcoming Setba…

Like sweets? Have a major sweet tooth? You’re not alone. I’m guilty too! Sugar…that powerful, often-abused little substance, is all too easy to succumb to, especially when we’re stressed. I’ve seen this recently in myself. But, we aren’t completely helpless. We can fight back. There are things we can do to counter, curb and tame … The post 4 Ways t…