In this episode, I connect with writer and podcaster, Brock Armstrong, to talk about the functional approach to fitness and movement he has formulated by drawing on his extensive experience in the fitness, movement and wellness industry. 

By utilizing his understanding of functional movement, endurance training, muscle building, and the ever-important balance between performance and health, Brock helps people all over the world achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. 

Brock always brings an exceedingly sensible and balanced perspective to the table, and this episode is no different (click here to listen to his previous interview on the B.Rad podcast). He breaks down how he has been using his background in Cognitive Behavioral Theory to help his clients, and reveals his recent discovery: he can actually make a much bigger difference for his clients if he doesn’t just give them a plan to follow, but instead helps them discover a plan of their own. Brock says, “Truth be told, most people know what they need to do – they just need some help figuring out how to actually do it!” 




TIMESTAMPS:

Brock Armstrong is full of information on all areas of fitness, health, and helping people lose weight as well as coaching and providing mental health therapy. [01:35]

Brock’s new podcast is called Upgraded Fitness.  He talks about people’s relationship with food and movement.  [05:06]

Brock has learned a lot since he was a ballet dancer about the harm he was doing to his body. [07:51]

After having an infection in his heart, Brock’s awareness of his anxiety over the illness, taught him some good lessons. [09:51]

How does our mindset come into play with our concerns about diet and exercise? What beliefs do I have that are not serving me well? [16:08]

Do you tend to take pot shots and see yourself as right and the others are wrong? Do you have all or nothing thinking? [25:21]

Sometimes the question you have about your behavior is not the real question. [34:37]

Ask why. Ask five whys. [39:11]

When you have a goal, try things that you like to do.  Don’t force yourself to do something you don’t enjoy.  It won’t sustain. [48:30]

When you have a cold or an injury, you need to stop what you are doing. [52:49]

We all have beliefs whether we realize it or not. Ask yourself why? [01:00:36]




LINKS:
Brad’s Shopping Page
BrockArmstrong.com
Upgraded Fitness with Brock Armstrong
Weigh Less
Hacking of the American Mind




QUOTES:
“We are afraid to do things wrong – to the point where we don’t do anything.”
“Our society has shaped us and turned us into people that think of exercise as punishment, food as reward, and everything in between is just a balance of those two things.”




Join Brad for more fun on: 

Instagram: @bradkearns1

Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh

Twitter: @bradleykearns

YouTube: @BradKearns




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Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blend
Male Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplement
Chili Sleep Systems: Temperature controlled mattress systems for optimizing evening sleep
Dry Farm Wines: Clean, keto-friendly, chemical free wines like no other
Primal Blueprint 21-Day Primal Reset: Online multimedia Mastery Course to get healthy and drop fat the right way




Donations!

This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send you a free jar of Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece as a thank you! Email to alert us! Choose to donate now, later, or never. Either way, we thank you for choosing from the first two options! :]

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In this episode, I connect with writer and podcaster, Brock Armstrong, to talk about the functional approach to fitness and movement he has formulated by drawing on his extensive experience in the fitness, movement and wellness industry. By utilizing his understanding of functional movement, endurance training, muscle building, and the ever-important balance between performance and health, Brock helps people all over the world achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. Brock always brings an exceedingly sensible and balanced perspective to the table, and this episode is no different (click <a href="https://bradkearns.com/2019/11/19/brock-armstrong-weighing-less/" rel="nofollow">here</a> to listen to his previous interview on the B.Rad podcast). He breaks down how he has been using his background in Cognitive Behavioral Theory to help his clients, and reveals his recent discovery: he can actually make a much bigger difference for his clients if he doesn’t just give them a plan to follow, but instead helps them discover a plan of their own. Brock says, “Truth be told, most people know what they need to do – they just need some help figuring out how to actually do it!”  TIMESTAMPS:Brock Armstrong is full of information on all areas of fitness, health, and helping people lose weight as well as coaching and providing mental health therapy. [01:35]Brock’s new podcast is called Upgraded Fitness.  He talks about people’s relationship with food and movement.  [05:06]Brock has learned a lot since he was a ballet dancer about the harm he was doing to his body. [07:51]After having an infection in his heart, Brock’s awareness of his anxiety over the illness, taught him some good lessons. [09:51]How does our mindset come into play with our concerns about diet and exercise? What beliefs do I have that are not serving me well? [16:08]Do you tend to take pot shots and see yourself as right and the others are wrong? Do you have all or nothing thinking? [25:21]Sometimes the question you have about your behavior is not the real question. [34:37]Ask why. Ask five whys. [39:11]When you have a goal, try things that you like to do.  Don’t force yourself to do something you don’t enjoy.  It won’t sustain. [48:30]When you have a cold or an injury, you need to stop what you are doing. [52:49]We all have beliefs whether we realize it or not. Ask yourself why? [01:00:36] LINKS:<ul><li><a href="http://bradkearns.com/shop" rel="nofollow">Brad’s Shopping Page</a></li><li><a href="https://www.brockarmstrong.com/" rel="nofollow">BrockArmstrong.com</a></li><li><a href="https://www.brockarmstrong.com/upgraded-fitness-podcast/" rel="nofollow">Upgraded Fitness with Brock Armstrong</a></li><li><a href="https://weighless.life/" rel="nofollow">Weigh Less</a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Hacking-of-American-Mind-audiobook/dp/B0753KYQLN/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Hacking+of+the+American+Mind&qid=1630379487&sr=8-1" rel="nofollow">Hacking of the American Mind</a></li></ul> QUOTES:<ul><li>“We are afraid to do things wrong – to the point where we don’t do anything.”</li><li>“Our society has shaped us and turned us into people that think of exercise as punishment, food as reward, and everything in between is just a balance of those two things.”</li></ul> Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bradkearns1/" rel="nofollow">@bradkearns1</a>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bradkearnsjumphigh" rel="nofollow">@bradkearnsjumphigh</a>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bradleykearns" rel="nofollow">@bradleykearns</a>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4XXEoULD0AiiuPHdRw-Efg" rel="nofollow">@BradKearns</a> We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&amp;A shows, emailed to <a href="mailto:getoveryourselfpodcast@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">getoveryourselfpodcast@gmail.com</a>. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone. <ul><li><a href="http://bradventures.com/" rel="nofollow">Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: </a>Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blend</li><li><a href="http://bradkearns.com/mofo" rel="nofollow">Male Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO):</a> Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplement</li><li><a href="https://www.chilisleep.com/pages/brad" rel="nofollow">Chili Sleep Systems:</a> Temperature controlled mattress systems for optimizing evening sleep</li><li><a href="https://www.dryfarmwines.com/pages/brad-kearns?rfsn=2108244.172492&utm_medium=partner&utm_source=refersion" rel="nofollow">Dry Farm Wines:</a> Clean, keto-friendly, chemical free wines like no other</li><li><a href="https://www.primalblueprint.com/collections/online-courses/products/21-day-transformation-program-digital-package?rfsn=1314253.b0f6b4" rel="nofollow">Primal Blueprint 21-Day Primal Reset:</a> Online multimedia Mastery Course to get healthy and drop fat the right way</li></ul> <a href="https://app.redcircle.com/shows/db49934a-7fb1-4002-b81a-c97adbb869a6/donations" rel="nofollow">Donations!</a>This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both <a href="https://app.redcircle.com/shows/db49934a-7fb1-4002-b81a-c97adbb869a6/donations" rel="nofollow">soliciting a donation</a> and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send you a free jar of <a href="http://bradventures.com/" rel="nofollow">Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece</a> as a thank you! <a href="mailto:getoveryourselfpodcast@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">Email</a> to alert us! Choose to <a href="https://app.redcircle.com/shows/db49934a-7fb1-4002-b81a-c97adbb869a6/donations" rel="nofollow">donate now</a>, <a href="https://app.redcircle.com/shows/db49934a-7fb1-4002-b81a-c97adbb869a6/donations" rel="nofollow">later</a>, or never. Either way, we thank you for choosing from the first two options! :] Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Join Brad Kearns, New York Times bestselling author, world #1 ranked masters 60+ high jumper, Speedgolf world record holder, and former world #3 ranked pro triathlete, in pursuing peak performance with passion throughout life. Brad delivers an engaging mix of step-by-step education on important health topics like staying fit, strong and powerful as you age; transforming diet to lose body fat and increase energy; sort through hype and misinformation to make simple, sustainable lifestyle changes; and broaden your perspective beyond a fit body to experience happy relationships, nonstop personal growth, and ultimately sail to 100 with a happy, healthy, long life. Let’s explore beyond shortcuts, hacks, and crushing competition to laugh, have fun, appreciate the journey, and not take ourselves too seriously. It’s time to B.rad!

 

Join Brad Kearns, New York Times bestselling author, world #1 ranked masters 60+ high jumper, Speedgolf world record holder, and former world #3 ranked pro triathlete, in pursuing peak performance with passion throughout life. Brad delivers an engaging mix of step-by-step education on important health topics like staying fit, strong and powerful as you age; transforming diet to lose body fat and increase energy; sort through hype and misinformation to make simple, sustainable lifestyle changes; and broaden your perspective beyond a fit body to experience happy relationships, nonstop personal growth, and ultimately sail to 100 with a happy, healthy, long life. Let&rsquo;s explore beyond shortcuts, hacks, and crushing competition to laugh, have fun, appreciate the journey, and not take ourselves too seriously. It&rsquo;s time to B.rad!
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Brad Kearns, NY Times bestselling author and world #1 masters age 60+ high jumper, offers a fun and diverse mix of interviews with leading authors and health experts, and  how-to shows for peak performance, weight loss, personal growth, and longevity