Fitness Fails: What We Learned the Hard Way (ft. Myles Nesbeth)
Myles Nesbeth and I share our biggest fitness mistakes and the lessons learned along the way. Discover how to avoid common training errors, make sustainable progress, and embrace the journey to becoming stronger and healthier.
The Leo Alves Podcast · Myles Nesbeth
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Show Notes
In this episode, strength and conditioning coach Myles Nesbeth joins me to reflect on the fitness mistakes we made early in our journeys. From following bad advice to ego lifting and poor nutrition, we discuss the lessons learned and how these experiences shaped us as coaches. Tune in for relatable thoughts and practical advice to help you avoid common pitfalls in your fitness journey.
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Timestamps:
(01:20) Myles Introduces Himself as a Strength Coach
(02:25) Learning from Mistakes in Training and Nutrition
(04:00) Why Looking Good Doesn’t Equal Good Advice
(06:30) Training Through Demotivation: Tips and Tricks
(08:00) Bro Splits, Ego Lifting, and Other Common Errors
(10:45) Nutrition Myths and Missteps We Made
(14:15) Real Progress Comes from Better Form, Not Heavy Weights
(16:00) Rethinking the 7-Day Training Week
(19:45) Setting Performance Goals for Long-Term Motivation
(22:00) Why Mistakes Are Part of the Fitness Journey
(24:00) Final Thoughts: Enjoy the Process and Learn Along the Way
(25:30) Where to Find Myles and Leo