Mar 24 2025 36 mins 5
If I could go back and coach the younger version of myself when I first started my fitness journey, I’d have a lot to say. In this episode, I break down the biggest mistakes I made early on—and the key things I’d do differently if I had to start all over today.
From being a clean-eating zealot and blindly following meal plans to underestimating the power of sleep, fiber, and mental health… this is the real, unfiltered truth about what I’ve learned over the years. I also dive into comparison traps at the gym, the shift from restriction to flexibility, and why focusing on the long game always wins.
Whether you’re just starting your journey or you’ve been at this a while, this episode will give you some honest perspective and practical takeaways to help you level up—with fewer detours than I took.
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Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder
Co-Host Craig Smith - @greatestdaymindset
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Episode Timestamps
00:00 "Podcast Appreciation and Sharing Request"
05:42 Ditching Old Diet Myths
08:59 Opinion vs. Fact on Social Media
10:11 Mindset Shift in Competition Diet
13:19 Embrace Flexible Dieting Early
17:54 Real Life Stress and Sleep's Importance
21:22 The Four-Legged Chair of Fitness
26:03 Nutrition Insights & Mistakes
28:27 Prioritizing Supplements in Fitness Regimens
30:49 Join Our Weekly Membership Calls
34:18 "Long-Term Fitness Mindset"
36:15 Grateful for Listening Support
