Unlocking Your Inner Strength

Life Lessons from Jiu-Jitsu It's hard for me to believe that I have already been going to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for 4 years already. I remember the nervous, excited energy when I made that decision. I felt like a fish out of water for the first 3 months, at least! I figured it would be timely to reflect on some life lessons from BJJ that I feel might benefit you in some way. It does not matter if you know anything about jiu-jitsu or not, the lessons will be applicable.

I am fortunate enough to study some pretty interesting things. Things that may have never been studied in conjunction with one another. And that means, making connections that no one has ever made, at least not through the same route. If you really stop to think about it, you do the same things or have the potential to do the same thing. We each have our own unique 'stack', something I've talked about many times before and something I open the show with.

Sometimes, seemingly intelligent people do things that make zero sense according to logic. You see that in fitness and nutrition all the time. Heck, you even see it with everything going on in the world today. I know that if you listen to today's episode of my podcast, you'll connect some dots and become more powerful because of it.

Way back in 2003, when I was first interning with Rutgers Football strength and conditioning, I realized that what I had been taught in college regarding weight loss was completely wrong. Nearly all of it. How so? Well, a good percentage of the football guys were shredded and muscular, despite no long distance cardio nor watching their calories. They were in their hormonal prime, having intense workouts (remember intensity is relative to the person) and eating as much food as they could get down. And shredded. Not that we have to be shredded (trust me, it's overrated in my humble but accurate opinion). In today's episode I explain the nuances of cardio for weight loss and hopefully it will shed some light on you as to what your workouts should be doing for you.

Lessons Learned From Ten Days Without Food It's hard for me to believe that it has already come and gone, but my 10 day long experiment without food is behind me. In this final podcast about my journey, I go over the main lessons I learned regarding my detox and how it applies to you. Two of the things I talk about are knowing your why and your what. To get your FREE Fasting Bundle, go to: www.kylenewell.com/maual

On September 7th, I began a ten day long trek with something known as the Master Cleanse. Funny thing is, my energy was superb, even though I didn't eat food for ten days. In this episode of ULYIS, my energy hits a new high as I break down common eating myths including: >Fake Fitness Experts that say One Meal Per day is Wrong >The fallacy of caloric deficits >The beauty of dynamic energy >Transmuting your energy >Why the internal environment of your body determines how your body will change Enjoy and don't for get to subscribe!

I do believe a big part of my destiny is in helping to figure out how to help people eat right through fasting, detox and natural foods to attain purity of health. In fact, it's one of the things I pray for guidance with before each meal. With that in mind, I know that I must first test the theories on myself. This serves two purposes; one, to see how it works and to have first hand experience. And two, it's like Roger Bannister running the 4 minute mile, at first, people thought it was impossible and after he did it, multitudes of people did it that very same year. How? Their beliefs in what was possible were altered. Now, I am not saying that I am Roger Bannister, but once someone goes first, the path becomes a little easier for everyone else following, just as I've seen with the Panda program. In today's episode, I talk about my current 110-day journey without caffeine and the current detox protocol I am doing which sounds crazy, but only time will tell.

Yes, the human body is the human body, so there are those out there that don't delineate men and women's training. But I feel that it is important to examine the principles of training, so you can decipher what to focus on in a workout as a busy dad. In this episode of ULYIS, I discuss some in depth principles, but don't worry, I keep it simple.

How Can We Live in Two Different Realities? A part of what is so great about road trips is that you can have deeper conversations than you would have if you were just passing by each other during a busy week. I had some great conversations with my bros a few weeks ago that I will recount in today's episode. It's too important not to share and it's all about creating reality on your terms. The simplicity of this will leave you shocked.

In ancient Greece, the great thinkers would often fast, not for weight loss but more for higher level thought. Fasting does a whole bunch of cool things for your brain though certain hormones. And, it's all based in the science of survival. Even if you don't have to lose weight, consider the other powers of fasting such as these. Enjoy!

Your Inner Creates Your Outer One of the reasons that I fell in love with Mind Mapping was because of the power to know yourself on a deeper level. Think about it, we have a mind, a brain; one of the most powerful things in the known galaxy, yet many of us don't acknowledge just how powerful it is. In today's episode, I cover some key questions that'll be useful right away as long as you put them to use. And more. Enjoy! P.S-If you'd like to get a copy of my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, then go to: www.kylenewell.com/manual.

Intermittent Fasting: Fad or Fact? That is the title of the newspaper article that prodded me to record this episode. It does seem that fasting is gaining more traction but I do contest that it will never become mainstream for multiple reasons. In this episode: -Why fasting is not a fad diet -Why looking at everything within the frame of calories is absolutely wrong -The simplicity of fasting -No, it's not similar to cutting calories -Don't trust a so called expert that has never tried longer fasting And more. Enjoy! P.S-If you'd like to get a copy of my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, then go to: www.kylenewell.com/manual.

At this moment, you have no worries. All of the turmoil and muddy waters in your mind are of a different time, be it past or future. In this episode, I explain some level 2 Mind Map concepts for you that I think you'll be able to put to use straight away, including: -What the anxiety gap is and how it can benefit you -Why fear is just a projection -The only point on the timeline that anger can arise from -The difference between a problem and a predicament -Why knocking down the feeling of 'heightened inner importance' is a must if you want to create life on your terms And more. Enjoy! P.S-If you'd like to get a copy of my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, then go to: www.kylenewell.com/manual.

Aligning Mind, Body and Spirit for Weight Loss The hardest part for most people is finding the right way of eating that works physiologically. For most, they never get past this stage. However, if you are fortunate enough to get past this stage, you must make sure your mind and spirit align with the path, or your transformation will forever allude you. In this episode, I talk about the 3 phases and Enjoy the episode! P.S-If you'd like to get a copy of my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, then go to: www.kylenewell.com/manual.

The other night, I had a dream about Bigfoot. And I tell you this, so that you can understand that embracing your uniqueness and weirdness is a great thing. It is where life becomes rich and colorful. If, on the other hand, you just want to fit in, then you will always have to suppress your uniqueness. You can't have it both ways. Enjoy the episode! P.S-If you'd like to get a copy of my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, then go to: www.kylenewell.com/manual.

Two weekends ago, I spent a few hours pulling weeds. This is something I would have despised doing just a few years ago. Now, I relish connecting with my hands this way. Plus, there were many lessons popping into my head as I was pulling.

I am fresh off vacation and had a few thoughts about life I wanted to share in this episode. Your life is a manifestation of what is going on on the inside. Your thoughts become words which become actions which become physical reality. However, most people start with the outside and hope it affects their inside. Do the opposite of what the majority of people do in life and you will be on the right track. Enjoy the episode! If you'd like a FREE copy of my updated Intermittent Fasting Manual with Mind Map principles, go to www.kylenewell.com/manual

It's been a while since I've done an episode on training, so it's about time. In this episode, I explain my philosophies on training, including: -Aerobics: the misapplication of, the importance of and fat loss -Been There and Done That -Biofeedback -Stretching -Volume -Pace And some more golden nuggets. Let me know what you think. Enjoy! If you'd like a FREE copy of my updated Intermittent Fasting Manual with Mind Map principles, go to www.kylenewell.com/manual

In this episode, I cover my written word for this week, including: -Napoleon SMURF -Why You are Looking at Motivation the Wrong Way -The One Critical Element that is Always Missing from the North American Diets -Why Dads Must Protect Their Own Garden Enjoy! If you'd like a FREE copy of my updated Intermittent Fasting Manual with Mind Map principles, go to www.kylenewell.com/manual

How to Reframe Any Terrible Situation You Find Yourself IN I had a Mind Map session with a client today and our conversation was relevant to anyone. In this episode, I share with you how you can reframe any terrible situation you find yourself in. Including: -The creative process and how this can be altered at any moment -Becoming more self-aware -All Strengths come from a weakness -Ways to change your state instantly -Finding the truth in the hurt -The gift of forgiveness -Why anger and fear are like a boomerang Enjoy! If you'd like a FREE copy of my updated Intermittent Fasting Manual with Mind Map principles, go to www.kylenewell.com/manual

One of the main questions I get with the Panda Fasting is, 'How can I get past the 24 hour mark? I seem to have a mental block to going longer'. Well, lucky for you, I answer that in this episode, including: -How to overcome the traditional dieting dogma point of view that you have come from -Why performance shouldn't be an issue -Why making a decision and commitment is key in your success -How to alter the eating time to make it psychologically easier Enjoy! To get my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, you can go to: https://kylenewell.com/manual/

In today's episode, I tried something different for you. Let me know how you liked it. I cover the 4 articles that I wrote for the week, riffing on the topics. In this episode, I talk about: -Grip strength -Mindset and clarity -Staying Humble -And Truths About Weight Loss Enjoy! To get my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, you can go to: https://kylenewell.com/manual/

Reflecting on the Decision from a Year Ago to Re-Open Newell Strength About a year ago, we were all over the news for our decision to re-open Newell Strength in defiance of the norm at the time. In today's episode, I share with you my mindset and some of the behind the scenes happenings that not many people know about. Would I change anything about that decision? You'll have to listen to find out. Enjoy! To get my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, you can go to: https://kylenewell.com/manual/

I was pondering how I got to where I am at the other day and how funny it is to me that I have people reaching out to me from all over the world, literally, on advice on one thing or another. That was never my intention. My intention was to learn and still is to learn. Combine that with living by my principles and here I am. In this episode, I talk about some of the things that have gotten me to this point, use this information to best suit yourself. Included in this episode: -I am just a dude that reads a lot -I am just a dude that invests in myself -I am just a dude that experiments a lot -I am just a dude that puts out a lot of content -I am just a dude that lives by my guiding principles Enjoy! To get my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, you can go to: https://kylenewell.com/manual/

If you were to come to me because a Hollywood Director came to you and told you they had a role for you, but you'd have to be 20-30 pounds fatter in just 6 weeks, here is the way I would advise you. -Cut down and manipulate sleep -Small, frequent meals and then some -Beer -Keep your water and sodium low -Put you on a treadmill for an hour per day Yes, it all seems counterintuitive, so you'll have to listen to find out why. To get my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, you can go to: https://kylenewell.com/manual/ Enjoy!

Testosterone and Being a Dad Just the other night, I gave a seminar on testosterone. Testosterone is the hormone that makes a man a man. But, there are also other things that you to realize that make a man a warrior. And no, I am not talking about going out and picking fights. You have a garden to cultivate and protect. You now have wisdom and physicality on your side. The warrior inside of you is dying to come alive and be a part of your life. Don't ignore it. Enjoy this first unofficial episode of Ripped Dads radio! And more! To get my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, you can go to: https://kylenewell.com/manual/ Enjoy!

Recently, a friend of mine had a buddy that took his own life. Unfortunately, suicides have been on the rise, although you won't hear about that in the media. Well, if the human brain can take it's own life and override all survival mechanisms, that also means that it can be used for tremendous good and has nearly unlimited potential. In this episode: -What you focus on expands -Where your attention goes, energy flows -One simple question you can ask yourself to redirect -Freeze mode compounds And more! To get my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, you can go to: https://kylenewell.com/manual/ Enjoy!

The Many Benefits of Fasting When most people think about fasting, they initially think about all that they are 'losing'. Well, what about the many things you are gaining that far outweigh the pleasure of being able to eat every few hours. Some of the benefits that I go over in today's show are: -Reduced inflammation -Increased insulin sensitivity -Weight Loss -Having more energy And much more! To get my free fasting manual, infused with Mind Map principles, you can go to: https://kylenewell.com/manual/ Enjoy!

They Are Trying to Infiltrate Fasting In this episode, I discuss: -What are you actually fasting from? (hint, its not insulin) -The dangers of wanting to complicate eating -Why muscles loss is not a concern with long form fasting And more! Enjoy!

In this first episode of a multi-part series, I discuss: -How to determine if you've had a success or failure -Reframing in a stressed state -Why your brain thrives on predictions and clarity Enjoy! For more infotainment, you can go to www.kylenewell.com

This past weekend, while on dad duty, I got scammed. It was a test. And I chose to use it as a learning investment. In life, you are going to get tests all the time. What are you going to do about them? There's always a silver lining and always a lesson to be learned, sometimes, many. You only lose in life if you don't know why you lost. Enjoy! For more infotainment, you can go to www.kylenewell.com

I've been in and around the iron game now for 24 years. These are the top things that I've learned that have more to do with life than actual lifting technique or body composition type of things. -Perseverance -Goal Setting -Social Intelligence -Humble yourself -Makes learning easier Enjoy the episode! For more infotainment, you can go to www.kylenewell.com

GL has been with us a few years at Newell Strength. And like so many people, his world was upended a year ago when the routine of daily living went out the window. I perform a live Mind Map session with him to help him get back on track and he, in his own words, 'is starting over'. In this episode: -Why judgment is so powerful to the human brain -The importance of knowing your deeper intentions -And a little bit of reframing Enjoy the episode! For more infotainment, you can go to www.kylenewell.com

The more the days go by, the more in love I fall with being a dad. The more respect and awe I have for my dad. The more I am amazed at the legacy my grandfather left behind as the patriarch. In today's episode, I talk about what it means to be a Ripped Dad and no, it's not about being Ripped. Enjoy the episode! For more infotainment, you can go to www.kylenewell.com

Before I get into the notes, I am happy to announce that the ULYIS podcast was ranked in the top 30 strength coach podcasts in the country. You can take a look at the list here: https://blog.feedspot.com/strength_coach_podcasts/ In today's episode, I share with you the lessons from my torn hamstring, including: -Why hamstring tears can recur if not dealt with properly -How to know when you are really healed from an injury -And why i only use heat on my injuries In addition to that, you get to hear all about our fun weekend away the Hippy Hut, including: -What being a Purple Cow means -How simply life can be lived -The importance of having time scheduled to just think and BE Enjoy the episode! For more infotainment, you can go to www.kylenewell.com

When I was working full-time, and creating Newell Strength, I had to be super efficient with my time in order to stay on top of all my responsibilities. And then, when I decided to resign and go all in on Newell Strength, I had to learn how to be super disciplined with my time, since I now seemed to have more available time than I knew what to do with. It was a learning process to say it simply. In today's episode, I go over: -working to the clock -using deadlines -chaos planning -planning and thinking small -living with discipline Yup, all that in less than 12 minutes. Enjoy! Go to www.kylenewell.com to find out more information.

If you are like most people that set resolutions at the beginning of the year, now is about the time that you are feeling frustrated. But, do not give up or give in. If you feel like that it's most likely because you've been taking the wrong approach. In this episode of Unlocking Your Inner Strength, I cover: -Using a blank calendar to game-ify the process -Why writing down your goals every single day is important -How visualization can supercharge your achievement -The power of positive tension and writing out a yearly vision Enjoy!

In life, it's normal to want to project ourselves to somewhere that we imagine to be simpler, more happy and with no stress. Well, that ain't reality and it will not serve you. In today's episode, I talk about your path and how you must embrace where you are at. Listen in to hear about: -The fantasy of 'blue heron' thinking -It's all your path, you can never not actually be on your path -Taking one step at a time -Realizing that tough times are a gift Enjoy and spread the good word! For more information you can go to www.kylenewell.com

In this episode, I share with you 5 things I recently jotted down in my notebook including: -Live in the present moment -If you are going to think about the future, it has to be glorious thoughts, otherwise pull yourself back into the present moment -Live with enthusiasm (you need daily discipline to live with enthusiasm) -Live with a HUGE heart -Focus on some type of faith Enjoy the show!

In this episode, I cover 5 key things that you must focus on to make 2021 the fittest year of your life, including: -Sleep -Camaraderie/Community -Walking -Efficiency -Fasting Enjoy!!!

Are You Terrified to Look into the Future? In this episode, I talk about: -The two types of future based thought (one is destructive, the other is very powerful) -Why failure doesn't mean it's over -My method for setting goals for the new year -Your obligation to bring your greatest ideas forward Enjoy!

The Quality of Your Mindset In today's episode, I go over some recent quotes that were on my mind. I love learning and observing pop-culture and using them as my tools for growth. Some of the things I talk about in this one: -Why all change is death. Life is a constant evolution of dying and starting anew. -Assessing the current energy around you in your life -'I'm not crazy, my reality is just different than yours'. Embrace your uniqueness and weirdness There's about 10 great, simple quotes I go off in this episode, by people with wisdom beyond the normal realm. Enjoy it and put it to use.

Sociopaths versus Real Leadership In this special edition episode, I have my boy BK back on to discuss some relevant quotes and the state of leadership in the world. We dive into: -Sociopaths and psychopaths and real leadership -Why fear can only go as deep as the mind allows -How unthinking respect for authority is the end of truth Listen in, we get enthused and you'll be sure to be inspired. Enjoy!

Cognitive Dissonance is when you have two opposing thoughts, that you believe in to some level, that causes a feeling of uneasiness to settle in. In this episode, I talk about: -2 simple ways to banish cognitive dissonance quickly -Throwing a bullet at you versus firing it from a gun -And more ways to stress your body in a workout than just doing multiple sets scattered all over the gym Enjoy!

In this episode, I discuss 3 'secrets' of your mind. They are only secrets because most people are unaware of them and if they are aware of them, they aren't sure how to implement them. Do yourself a favor and listen in to find out more about: -Hebb's Law -The law of rhythm -The law of creation PS-My personal website, kylenewell.com, will be completely updated and ready to rock at the start of 2021, so stay tuned!

In this episode, I got to thinking about how unhealthy it is to wear a face diaper and that go me to thinking some more about some common health myths you may have been led to buying into over the years. Including: -Why milk is not a superfood and why it is perhaps the worst food you can consume -Why exercise is not good for weight loss (directly) -Why you need to be mindful of what's in your drinking water -The calorie myth -Why cholesterol is not evil Enjoy!

In this episode, I got to thinking about how unhealthy it is to wear a face diaper and that go me to thinking some more about some common health myths you may have been led to buying into over the years. Including: -Why milk is not a superfood and why it is perhaps the worst food you can consume -Why exercise is not good for weight loss (directly) -Why you need to be mindful of what's in your drinking water -The calorie myth -Why cholesterol is not evil Enjoy!

In this episode, I got to thinking about how unhealthy it is to wear a face diaper and that go me to thinking some more about some common health myths you may have been led to buying into over the years. Including: -Why milk is not a superfood and why it is perhaps the worst food you can consume -Why exercise is not good for weight loss (directly) -Why you need to be mindful of what's in your drinking water -The calorie myth -Why cholesterol is not evil Enjoy!

Back in 2005, my life changed for the worse, but ultimately for the better. This is the first time that I have shared this story publicly, partly because it was a sensitive topic and a bit embarrassing. In this episode, I talk about: -The power of your mind in healing your physical body -How even the darkest moments of your life are lined with silver -How I wanted to end my life at one point And more! Please share this if you found any bit of inspiration in this story. Enjoy the episode! P.S-For a copy of my FREE, updated fasting manual, infused with 5 Mind Map principles, never before given out, you can go to www.kylenewell.com and simply enter your name and email address. Talk soon!

Let me preface this episode by stating that there is a BIG difference between knowing that to think (it's easy because in most cases you are told and programmed what to think) vs. HOW to think. It's now December, 8 and half months since COVID began. At that time, many if not most people were totally unprepared mentally to deal with the fear and uncertainty that came along with it. Well, supposed things got 'worse'. What are you going to do then? Start training your mind-set now. Your mind will create your world and your mindset will be the one thing that can help you weather any storm. But, it won't perform to its full capabilities if you're just waiting and wishing. Working on your mind is as important if not more so than working out with your body. In today's episode, I discuss: -The importance of your morning routine -Why focus will determine your beliefs -The famous skill of reframing and some key questions you can use to reframe Enjoy the episode! P.S-For a copy of my FREE, updated fasting manual, infused with 5 Mind Map principles, never before given out, you can go to www.kylenewell.com and simply enter your name and email address. Talk soon!