In episode 120 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, hosts Jason Khalipa and Gabe Yanez sit down with Jordyn Merritt to uncover how discipline, fitness, and spiritual growth can help you create an extraordinary life. From running a marathon on an oil tanker to training Jiu-Jitsu, Jordyn shares his powerful journey of resilience, consistency, and faith. Tune in to hear inspiring insights on building strong relationships, prioritizing health, and staying intentional in your daily habits. Don’t miss this episode filled with motivation and practical advice for men looking to elevate their fitness and personal development!

Follow Jordyn on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jordmerritt/ Never let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=en Never Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/ NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programming Philanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/ Chapters: 0:00 Inside Jordyn’s Mindset: Pushing Limits in Tough Conditions 5:48 Marathon Strategy Revealed: Secrets to Finishing Strong 7:40 From Marine Engineer to Marathoner: Jordyn’s Unique Journey 11:26 Consistency Wins: Jordyn’s Key to Training Success 13:24 Stop Comparing: How Self-Improvement Fuels Growth 17:07 Strengthening Bonds: Relationships Amid Life Changes 18:51 Building Relationships for Lifelong Growth 22:22 Healthy Habits for Men: Stay Active Every Day 23:59 Protein Power: Jordyn’s Daily Nutrition Must-Have 27:17 From UFC Fan to Jiu-Jitsu Fighter: Jordyn’s New Obsession 29:09 Life Lessons Learned from Jiu-Jitsu Training 32:30 Intentional Training for a Strong Future 34:14 Family, Fitness, and Fulfillment: The Top Priorities 37:37 Inspiring the Next Generation Through Fitness 39:24 Motivation for Athletes: Training Together for Success 42:41 Fitness Goals and Reading Hacks for Health 44:17 Talking Races: Runners’ Biggest Goals and Challenges 47:44 Earning the Belt: What Jiu-Jitsu Promotions Really Take 49:19 Balancing Strength, Running, and Jiu-Jitsu Like a Pro 52:49 Trust, Faith, and Building Deeper Relationships 54:33 Life-Changing Reads: Why Faith and Texts Matter 57:56 Faith in Nature: How God and Gratitude Connect 59:43 Ending on Positivity: Jordyn’s Gratitude and Mission

In episode 119 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, Jason Khalipa, Gabe Yanez, and Dennis Marshall, aka The Home Team, dive into the powerful connection between alcohol, fitness, and personal growth. From avoiding peer pressure to making smarter choices for your goals, the guys break down the brutal truth about how drinking impacts your performance in and out of the gym. Plus, they share tips on training smarter, crushing competitions, and finding balance in life. Packed with honest insights and actionable advice, this episode will inspire you to level up your fitness, mindset, and lifestyle. Don't miss it!Never let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=en Never Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/ NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programming Philanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/ Chapters: 0:00 Team updates with Dennis Marshall 1:52 From Weak to Strong – Entering a strongman competition 5:32 What You Need to Know – Inside the Natural Strongman Competition 7:43 New Strength Hacks – Training moves and gear revealed 11:11 Maximize Gains – Managing resources for peak performance 13:00 Fun vs. Structure – Balancing joy and discipline in workouts 16:44 Strict Rules – How competition standards shape your training 18:17 CrossFit Success – Separating competition tactics from everyday workouts 21:45 Workout for You – Shifting focus to personal enjoyment 23:18 Build Muscle Smarter – Key training techniques for growth 26:34 Long-Term Wins – How to vary training intensity for lasting progress 28:23 Mind and Muscle – How your training style affects mindset and body 31:49 Behind the Scenes – Social media vs. the reality of fitness journeys 33:22 Why Personalization Matters – Routines to keep you mindful and consistent 36:35 Phone Habits and Technique – Managing distractions and mastering lifts 38:21 Belt Benefits – Should you train with support gear? 42:05 Youth Baseball Gear – Surprising choices and overwhelming variety 43:48 Hero Influence – How sports icons change youth training and style 47:03 Train Hard 5 – Nutrition principles to fuel your protocols 48:46 Healthier Choices – Why swapping out drinks for mocktails works 51:40 Drink Smarter – Moderation and its impact on your goals 53:06 Peer Pressure Struggles – Drinking choices in social situations 56:09 Why I Avoid Alcohol – Facing negative feelings and choosing health 57:49 Personal Perspectives – Navigating alcohol and well-being 1:00:36 Pre-Trip Emotions – Handling challenges before group travel 1:02:04 Team Talk – Tackling physical trials on an ongoing journey 1:05:38 Crushing It – Upcoming pull-up and push-up challenges 1:07:20 Perfect Form – Mastering the ‘throat to bar’ technique

In episode 118 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, Jason Khalipa and Gabe Yanez break down the top strategies to build muscle and strength faster than 99% of people. From efficient gym hacks and progressive overload to the power of morning workouts and cutting out alcohol, this episode is packed with tips to level up your training and life. If you're serious about fitness, personal growth, and crushing your goals, you don’t want to miss this one.

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Join Jason Khalipa and Gabe Yanez on The Jason Khalipa Podcast as they dive into hybrid training with expert Alec Blenis in Episode 117. Discover how to master the perfect balance of strength, endurance, and recovery to boost your fitness. Learn practical tips, like combining strength training with cardio, focusing on fundamentals, and optimizing your efforts for real results. Follow Alec Blenis on IG: https://www.instagram.com/alecblenis/ Never let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=en Never Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/ NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programming Philanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/

Welcome to Episode 116 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast! Join hosts Jason Khalipa, Gabe Yanez, Matt DellaValle, and Dennis Marshall as they share 6 practical fitness habits to help you build muscle, burn fat, and stay consistent. Discover tips on (1) effective pre-workout routines, (2) essential warm-up strategies for CrossFit and Jiu-Jitsu, (3) incorporating daily movement beyond the gym, (4) efficient training methods, (5) motivating fitness challenges, and (6) smart progress tracking. Perfect for anyone looking to get stronger, leaner, and more committed to their fitness journey. Never let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=en Never Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/ NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programming Philanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/ Chapters: 0:00 - Fitness challenges and pre-workout tips 1:58 - Best pre-workout routines and drinks to try 5:57 - Funny pre-workout sample story 8:14 - Betting on butter coffee and MCT oil for CrossFit 12:27 - Coffee rituals and a hilarious caffeine mishap 14:28 - Pre-workout caffeine effects and warm-up tips 18:08 - Why warm-ups are key for fitness and Jiu-Jitsu 19:48 - Gradual warm-ups for Jiu-Jitsu success 22:56 - Bodybuilding vs. CrossFit warm-up strategies 24:39 - How warm-ups power up your workouts 27:58 - Warm-ups for competition vs. casual exercise 29:39 - No perfect warm-up? No problem! 33:10 - Matching training focus to your fitness goals 34:47 - Smarter weightlifting when you’re short on time 38:20 - Move more outside workouts for better fitness 40:05 - Daily walks and balanced training made easy 43:36 - Police fitness and response time discussion 45:19 - Why fitness matters in high-stress moments 48:45 - Weekly challenges to stay motivated 50:34 - How bikes change how you track calories 53:58 - Peak conditioning for performance testing 55:42 - Boost your workouts with these tracking tips 58:59 - Personal goals and challenges in fitness 1:00:40 - Crushing calories with intense workouts 1:04:12 - Fun locker room stories for the gym crowd

Learn how to overcome fitness setbacks and stay mentally strong with Jason Khalipa and Gabe Yanez in episode 115 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast. From handling injuries and adjusting your mindset for success to the importance of consistency, discipline, and perspective, this episode dives into key strategies for staying on track. Plus, discover the cognitive and recovery benefits of creatine, tips for teaching kids safety awareness, and insights on balancing fitness goals with life’s challenges. Don’t miss this action-packed conversation designed to inspire and empower your fitness journey! Never let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=en Never Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/ NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programming Philanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/

In Episode 114 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, hosts Jason Khalipa and Gabe Yanez sit down with special guest Jamie Cochran to dive into the power of "Extreme Ownership" and how it can transform your leadership at home and in life. Learn how discipline, fitness, and teamwork can strengthen your family and help you become the best version of yourself. Whether it’s building trust, guiding your kids, or leading with purpose, this episode has everything you need to level up your life. Don't miss it!Follow Jamie on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamielynncochran/

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n Episode 113 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, Jason, Gabe, Dennis, and MDV dig into the truth about rest and recovery in strength and endurance training. From building strength and staying injury-free to preparing for marathons and finding the right balance in nutrition, the crew shares personal stories and key tips for long-term fitness success. Whether you're hitting PRs or running your first race, this episode is packed with insights to help you train smarter and recover better. Tune in and level up your fitness game!

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Episode 112 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, Khalipa and Gabe Yanez dive into “The Delicate Art of Mastering Work-Life Balance.” In this episode, the discussion covers meaningful gift-giving for kids, balancing family time with work and travel, and creating strong safety foundations for children. Jason and Gabe also reflect on personal growth through audiobooks, practical survival tips, and the importance of being present for your family while pursuing success.

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Discover how testosterone and hormonal health impact peak performance, fitness, and overall well-being for men. In this episode, we dive into optimizing men's health with expert insights on nutrition, sleep, training, and personalized therapies. Learn about the role of emotional health, lifestyle changes, and regular monitoring to unlock your full potential. If you’re ready to level up your health and performance, don’t miss this conversation on The Jason Khalipa Podcast

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0:00 1:54 Josh shares his story and why he started Bloks for men's health  

5:56 How emotional trauma impacts men's hormones and well-being  

7:59 How pregnancy affects men's hormones and relationships  

12:04 Recognizing symptoms of low testosterone and understanding optimal levels  

13:58 Personalizing testosterone therapy for better health  

17:44 How weight training can boost testosterone in endurance runners  

19:31 Why nutrition, sleep, and blood work are essential for hormonal balance  

22:59 Gaining confidence through blood work for better health management  

24:39 How annual blood tests help men catch health issues early  

28:17 The role of testosterone and sunlight in men's health and performance  

30:01 Why men delay health checks and how to overcome this habit  

33:38 Different methods to deliver testosterone tailored to individual needs  

35:22 Enclomiphene as a solution for men with low testosterone  

39:07 Combining medication with lifestyle changes for better metabolic health  

40:58 How treatments like semaglutide help with weight loss and cravings  

44:22 Market demands leading to new options in testosterone therapy  

46:10 The role of healthy environments in childhood for long-lasting health  

49:35 How misleading marketing harms men's health and well-being  

51:23 The use of peptides to improve hormones and aid body functions  

55:12 Medical approaches to enhance recovery and athletic performance  

56:55 Why personal choice matters in using testosterone for fitness  

1:00:20 Importance of health monitoring for better longevity and performance  

1:01:57 Building support and community for personal growth 

Ready to make real progress in your fitness and health? In this episode, Jason Khalipa, Gabe Yanez, Dennis Marshall and Matt DellaValle share expert-approved tips on training smarter, balancing intensity, and staying motivated. From workout strategies and equipment hacks to mastering recovery and nutrition, this episode has everything you need to level up your routine. Whether you're into Jiu-Jitsu, CrossFit, or just getting stronger every day, these proven methods will help you hit your goals faster!

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Chapters:

0:00 Introduction to stair workouts and gear enthusiasm  

0:04 Talking about stair workouts and love for fitness equipment  

1:57 How to use interval training for better cardio  

6:10 Balancing hard work and rest for great fitness results  

8:23 Why choosing the right intensity matters for your health  

12:23 Jiu-Jitsu: Balancing effort and learning for real progress  

14:37 Why staying consistent is better than going too hard  

18:30 Taking it slow when returning to Jiu-Jitsu after surgery  

20:18 Getting back into fitness after a break is easier than you think  

23:54 Adding sprinting to your workouts for better fitness and skills  

25:37 Creative training tips for long-distance running success  

29:22 How cool new shoes can improve your workout experience  

31:12 Modern running shoes: Comfort, recovery, and accessibility  

34:55 Cyclists: Don’t forget training matters more than gear  

36:48 Fitness gear is fun but not always needed for progress  

40:32 How structure helps athletes stay focused and committed  

42:08 HCK race format sticking around for global consistency  

45:42 Why personal fitness goals beat competition  

47:37 Set clear goals to stay focused and improve your workouts  

50:56 Commitment and personal targets drive motivation  

52:35 Tailor fitness goals without forcing competition  

55:49 Everyone's fitness journey is unique—don’t compare  

57:30 Planning and consistent training help reach your goals  

1:00:54 Healthy eating: Balance and quality over extreme diets  

1:02:38 How balanced eating can boost performance and health  

1:06:23 Funny moments with porta potties and running stories  

1:08:16 Extreme challenges show why staying committed matters