Pure Ambition

Pure Ambition is your guide to radical health, well-being, and personal growth. You will hear inspiring conversations with thought leaders and industry experts, as well as actionable frameworks that will empower you to become the best version of yourself physically, mentally, and spiritually.

200. Trust and Surrender 05/23/2024

199. Unlocking the Power of the Breath to Heal Trauma and Improve Performance, and Enhance Well-Being with Michelle Florez 05/16/2024

199. Unlocking the Power of the Breath to Heal Trauma and Improve Performance, and Enhance Well-Being with Michelle Florez Michelle Florez is a certified Transformational Coach for those devoted to a higher purpose—the soulful humans who have a deep desire in their hearts to serve others. She has developed a unique coaching style, weaving in the healing art of breathwork with transpersonal psychology. In this epsiode, you will discover the transformative power of breathwork in processing trauma and accessing deeper states of consciousness, and learn various breathing techniques for relaxation and stress reduction. You will also better under the significance of heart rate variability for overall well-being and performance, and hear about the impact of the subconscious mind on beliefs and behaviors while gaining practical tips for incorporating breathwork and inner stillness practices into your daily routine for holistic well-being and personal growth. Key Points: 00:00:00 Deep deep dive meditation and growth. 00:03:21 How breathwork led to a spiritual awakening and career change. 00:07:02 Breathwork helps access unconscious mind, healing. 00:14:35 Techniques for total body relaxation. 00:18:39 How relationships impact heart rate variability levels. 00:22:11 What is HRV and why is it important? 00:26:08 Breath work benefits athletic performance. 00:30:04 The importance of training the respiratory system for optimal performance. 00:33:44 Best times to do breath work to recondition your mind. 00:37:36 Conscious mind vs. subconscious mind and why they matter. 00:41:16 How to use certain music to reprogram your mind and live a higher quality life. 00:49:16 Using the breath as a form of self care. 00:52:31 The surprising healing powers of the breath 54:20 Michelle’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Michelle: Connect with me: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/31332412

198. Mastering Movement Strategies to Live Pain Free and Achieve Peak Performance with Gunther Klaus 05/09/2024

197. From Meth Addict to Pastor: A Journey to Faith and Spiritual Transformation with Scott Hatch 05/02/2024

197. From Meth Addict to Pastor: A Journey to Faith and Spiritual Transformation with Scott Hatch Scott Hatch is the Lead Pastor of ThriveAustin Vineyard Church. In this episode, he shares his incredible story of how he went from a being a meth addict and drug dealer to getting clean, surrendering his life to Jesus, and dedicating his life to ministry. He has been the most impactful spiritual mentor I have ever had in my life and has walked with me on my faith journey since we met last July two weeks before I had a sudden cardiac arrest. Scott is a testament to the love that God has for us and that it is never too late to fully commit your life to Christ. Key Points: Doing drugs for the first time at age 14 Getting hooked on crystal meth Dropping out of high school and becoming a drug dealer Getting arrested and hit with 3 class B felonies Life changing lessons learned in a hard core rehab facility How God revealed Himself to Scott Surrendering his life to Christ at age 20 Going into Ministry, and then planting a church in Austin, Texas What it takes to have a marriage that pleases God How God takes care of us through difficult seasons How to seek God and find your identity in Him The true definition of success according to The Bible Everyday is an adventure when we are in tune with what the Holy Spirit is doing in our lives Getting rid of the weak vision of Christianity Spirituality vs. Religion Overcoming the spiritual warfare in our world Scott and Dom’s powerful spiritual connection before Dom had cardiac arrest The first step toward having a relationship with Jesus Daily steps to developing a deeper connection and relationship with Christ Where to start when studying the bible Scott’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Scott: Connect with me: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/31081083

196. How to Stay Optimistic When Life is Punching You in the Face 04/30/2024

195. The Business of Content Creation, Navigating Hardships, and Betting on Yourself with Joey Schultz 04/25/2024

194. Surrendering to the Flow of Life (Voice Note From the Top Of Mount Kilimanjaro) 04/23/2024

193. Escaping Corporate America, Building Physical and Spiritual Fitness, and Surrendering to God’s Will with Connor Meekins 04/18/2024

192. Three Reasons Why I’m Spending More Money in my 20s 04/16/2024

191. Complexities of the Longevity Market, How to Reach Your Full Potential, and Living Without Regret with Dr. Jordan Shallow 04/11/2024

191. Complexities of the Longevity Market, How to Reach Your Full Potential, and Living Without Regret with Dr. Jordan Shallow Dr. Jordan Shallow D.C. is a Chiropractor, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Powerlifter and founder of both Pre-Script and RX'D RADIO. Jordan currently works with teams, companies and individuals all over the world, lecturing, coaching and consulting on applied biomechanics, sports performance, and injury risk management. Key Points: How Jordan got so JACKED Transitioning from hockey to competitive power lifting The secrets behind his training company Pre-Script’s success Myths about the dangers of chiropractic work The ugly truth about the longevity market that nobody’s talking about Why optimizing everything is ruining your quality of life How to avoid living a life of regret The truth about work-life balance Why it’s OK to just be OK at something How to find your ‘Ikigai’ to live a higher quality life What journey believes to be the meaning of life How to stop being lazy and start living up to your potential The formula for reaching the goals you set for yourself Jordan’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Jordan: Connect with me: Join my FREE community: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/30757658

190. Should You Be Counting Calories and Macros? 04/09/2024

189. Hormone Health Masterclass with Maddie Miles 04/04/2024

189. Hormone Health Masterclass with Maddie Miles Maddie Miles is a Board-certified clinical herbalist, IHP, and the Founder of Peace Love Hormones. She is on a mission to bridge the gap between conventional medicine and alternative therapies, advocating for a balanced approach that honors both science and nature. In this conversation, Maddie shares what men and women can to optimize their hormone health naturally through lifestyle, nutrition, and herbalism. Key Points: Maddie’s health struggles growing up How she overcame her eating disorder Why obsessing over your health will ruin your quality of life Why she stopped being plant-based after six years and started eating animal products The dangers of sticking with one diet for too long Lifestyle factors that play the biggest role in hormone health 5 simple things you can do today to improve your overall health and wellbeing The incredible health benefits of herbal medicine The different roles that testosterone and estrogen play in men's and women’s health Natural ways for men to boost testosterone Downsides of intermittent fasting for men’s health The importance of prioritizing your prostate health The best herbs can take to improve their overall health Things men and women can do to improve fertility Why you need to support your liver and how to do it properly Maddie’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Maddie: Connect with me: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/30674598

188. Steps I’ve Taken to Fix My Metabolism 04/02/2024

187. Understanding Metabolic Health, Strength Training vs. Cardio for Health, and the Profound Impact of Finding God with Sal DiStefano 03/28/2024

187. Understanding Metabolic Health, Strength Training vs. Cardio for Health, and the Profound Impact of Finding God with Sal DiStefano Sal Di Stefano is a co-founder of and co-host of , an online radio show/podcast that is dedicated to providing truthful fitness and health information, and author of . He has over 20+ years of personal training experience and has helped thousands of people achieve thriving health. Key Points: Raw fitness truths learned through 20+ years of personal training How MindPump became the #1 fitness and entertainment podcast Why training full body 3 days per week may be the best overall split How to send more muscle building signals to your body with less training Tips to recover faster and see more adaptations Sal’s inspiration for writing “The Resistance Training Revolution” Why resistance training is better than cardio for health and longevity What your metabolism is and how to optimize metabolic health Why you want a fast metabolism and how to speed yours up The main problem driving obesity Importance of eating a high-protein diet When the right time is to go into a calorie deficit (lose body fat) The importance of having a ‘why’ with your health and how to make a healthy lifestyle sustainable Unique instances when having unhealthy food and drinks could actually benefit your health The truth about red meat and saturated fat Health benefits of raw dairy The profound impact that finding God has had on Sal’s life Sal’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Sal: Connect with me: Join my FREE community: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/30569538

186. How I Healed My Relationship With Fitness 03/26/2024

185. An Honest Conversation on Presence and Purpose with Danny Miranda 03/21/2024

185. An Honest Conversation on Presence and Purpose with Danny Miranda Danny Miranda is on a mission to elevate the collective consciousness of the human race. He is the host of The Danny Miranda Podcast, a top 1% podcast that has featured guests such as Gary Vaynerchuk, Alex Hormozi, Andy Frisella, Chris Williamson, Robert Greene, and many others. In this conversation Danny and I discuss the transformative power of meditation and the role it has played in Danny’s life, the importance of letting go of past traumas and beliefs to embrace a higher version of oneself, coming to know God, cultivating deeper connections with oneself and others, and harnessing the transformative power of love. Key Points: Tips to be more a more present person How meditation changed Danny’s life Gary Vee calling Danny’s mom in high school Changing the definition of what success truly looks like Elevating your consciousness to experience more love and humility Letting go of old trauma and beliefs to transcend into a higher version of yourself Why moving to a new city is so beneficial for personal growth Developing a better relationship with money Finding your purpose and ‘why’ in life Developing a deeper connection and relationship with God What love is and the importance of giving and receiving it How running has helped amplify Danny’s human experience Danny’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Danny: Connect with me: Join my FREE community: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/30448873

184. The Dangers of Under Eating and Nutrition for Health vs. Performance 03/20/2024

183. Running 100 Miles on a Broken Leg, Turning Failure Into Growth, and Leaving a Legacy with Matt Johnson 03/14/2024

183. Running 100 Miles on a Broken Leg, Turning Failure Into Growth, and Leaving a Legacy with Matt Johnson Matt Johnson is an Ultra-endurance athlete, coach, and content creator. In this episode, he shares how he went from a career in the military where his life was spiraling to finding endurance sports and finding purpose. He also talks about how he became a full-time creator and coach and how he is using his platform to inspire others to do hard things and uncover the greatness they hold within them. Key Points: The struggle to fully open up on social media The business of being a full-time content creator Find your polar bear on the unicycle: what makes you unique and stand out among the rest Creating content that inspires others to uncover what they are truly capable of Training and completing the Leadville 100 after a DNF in 2022 Chasing the process, not the reward The impact David Goggins’ book “Can’t Hurt Me” has had on Matt’s life and personal growth journey Mental struggles that come from being a high-level ultramarathon runner Running a 100-mile race on a broken leg Using a “less is more” approach in training for enjoyment and sustainability in fitness What Matt is doing to stay healthy and prevent new injuries Learning to find the off-switch Training for Leadman in June 2023 Running across Texas in October 2024 Matt’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Matt: Connect with me: Join my FREE community: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/30368773

182. Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Recap 03/12/2024

181. Becoming a Full-Time Creator, Using Athletics to Amplify the Human Experience, and Creating Your Own Reality with Jeremy Miller 03/07/2024

181. Becoming a Full-Time Creator, Using Athletics to Amplify the Human Experience, and Creating Your Own Reality with Jeremy Miller Jeremy Miller is an athlete, content creator, host of The Jeremy Miller Podcast, and co-founder of Switchback. In this episode, Jeremy and I delve into his journey to becoming a full-time content creator after opting not to go to law school and how following his curiosity and passions coupled with hard work has helped him create a life that fulfills him and allows him to positively impact the lives of others. Key Points: Where his journey as a content creator began and how it has evolved Life lessons learned from playing 20 years of hockey Using athletics and social media to positively impact others Balancing athletics, content creation, coaching, and operating a business How to make money with brand deals Dealing with negativity and hate online Keys to staying healthy as a runner Benefits of strength training for performance and longevity in running A day in the life with Jeremy Pros and cons of running fasted Deadlifting 500 lbs and running a sub-5-minute mile Jeremy’s diet to stay healthy and perform his best Choosing which races and challenges to compete in in 2024 Bro science behind why shower thoughts are so powerful Jeremy’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Jeremy: Connect with me: Join my FREE community: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/30247403

180. Mastering Mental, Physical, and Emotional Wellness with Chase Chewning 02/29/2024

180. Mastering Mental, Physical, and Emotional Wellness with Chase Chewning Chase Chewning is a Health coach turned podcaster, interviewing industry leaders in fitness nutrition, and mindset. He is the Founder of Operation Podcast and host of Ever Forward Radio where his top 0.5% podcast has received more than 3 million downloads. Chase has been my mentor for going on 3 years at this point and has guided me through some of the hardest situations and roadblocks in my life and has helped me tap into what my purpose is in this life, learn how to articulate it, and share it with the world, and build physical, mental, and emotional resilience. He is one of the most inspirational people I know, and his story of going from a US Army Sergeant to a health entrepreneur and podcast host will ignite a fire in you to pursue whatever calling is on your heart. Key Points: Why I decided to work with Chase as my mentor Chase’s journey to full-time podcaster and entrepreneur Enlisting in the Army out of high school Using his unique gift of service both in and out of the military Living a life that fulfills you vs. one that others want you to live The journey to a higher version of yourself is a choice Taking care of your internal and external health Improve your biometrics by spending time outdoors and with friends and family Benefits of fitness wearables to get feedback on your health Living a life of integrity How to develop deeper connections and relationships Leadership Lessons Learned from the Army Surrendering to the pursuit and tapping into a higher version of yourself Chase’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Chase: Connect with me: Join my FREE community: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/29780128

179. Building Resilience by Overcoming Open-Heart Surgery at 33 with Dom Cianciotto 02/22/2024

179. Building Resilience by Overcoming Open-Heart Surgery at 33 with Dom Cianciotto Dom Cianciotto embodies what it means to be resilient. He underwent open heart surgery at age 33 in 2023 and is now training to run his first marathon. Dom is a mentality and breathwork expert who teaches others to learn to adapt to stress & build Resilience. He is also the Director of Community + Experiences at . In this episode, Dom and I get vulnerable about the struggles we have both faced mentally, physically, spiritually, and emotionally after suffering cardiac episodes. Dom also opens up about his past in the entertainment space and how he went from throwing ragers for some of the world's top musical artists to starting his own experiential wellness company and ultimately landing a job with Plunge. This is a powerful episode that will change the way you view hardship and develop the mindset of resiliency and the ability to overcome any challenge life throws your way. Key Points: Leaving Montana and moving to NYC to pursue arts, entertainment, and food Benefits of cacao for heart health Making wellness fun and accessible to others Transitioning out of partying with musicians to the world of health and wellness Overcoming depression by cutting out alcohol and partying Giving yourself permission to explore and find what you are passionate about Failing twice at building a supplement company Why you need to pump out high volume early on to get your thing seen and recognized Working in your business vs. on your business The dangers of saying “yes” to too many things The power of presence Tapping into a higher version of ourselves through stillness Rebuilding his body after having open-heart surgery Running a mile 31 days post-op Remaining grateful during the darkest hours Knowing when to go fast and when to slow down Signals to look for to avoid burning yourself out Cold plunging and lifting weights after heart surgery Dom’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Dom: Connect with me: Join my FREE community: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/29780093

178. Strategies for Overcoming Chronic Pain For Good with Movement and Nervous System Downregulation with Vinny Crispino 02/15/2024

178. Strategies for Overcoming Chronic Pain For Good with Movement and Nervous System Downregulation with Vinny Crispino Is your relationship with pain keeping you from feeling relief? Vinny Crispino, founder of Pain Academy, joins the show and shares valuable insights derived from his transformative journey from overcoming a grueling back injury along with battling addiction during recovery and how it led him on the path to helping people get out of chronic pain. Vinny also sheds light on the critical aspect of changing one's relationship with pain to facilitate quicker healing. The discussion extends to injury-proofing the body for running, with insights into optimal fueling for performance and recovery. The episode wraps with a deep dive into the methods that have proven effective in helping thousands liberate themselves from chronic pain through the innovative approach of Pain Academy. Key Points: Going from an All-American swimmer to pursuing a career as a pro-Surfer Suffering a fractured T12 vertebrae and multiple herniations in his back while surfing Dealing with addiction to narcotics while recovering from the injury What to do when you hit rock bottom Maxing out credit cards to fund his recovery and still not seeing results Going back to school to learn how to heal his injuries Divine intervention led him to the person who would heal him How downregulation of the nervous system expedites the healing process Biggest mistake that people in corrective exercise make How to communicate better with your central nervous system for incredible results Changing your relationship with pain can help you heal quicker Learning to injury-proof his body after getting into running How to fuel for performance and recovery in running Overcoming mental, physical, and emotional hurdles to finish a 50-mile race How Pain Academy was born and their methods that have helped thousands of people get out of pain Vinny’s definition of Pure Ambition Check out Pain Academy: Connect with me: Join my FREE community: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/29776083

177. A Deep Dive into CrossFit's Rise and the Origins of The Buttery Bros with Heber Cannon 02/08/2024

177. A Deep Dive into CrossFit's Rise and the Origins of The Buttery Bros with Heber Cannon Heber Cannon is a Filmmaker, Fitness YouTuber, and one of “The Buttery Bros." The Buttery Bros have produced and directed five of the world's leading fitness documentaries, have outpaced some world-leading athletes, and have had a front-row seat for the meteoric rise of the global fitness phenomenon, CrossFit. The Buttery Bros have become well-known for their entertaining and insightful coverage of various CrossFit events, competitions, and behind-the-scenes moments with top athletes in the fitness community. Heber has a passion for promoting a healthy and active lifestyle, inspiring and entertaining others through his content, and creating “all butter, all the time.” In this conversation, we dive deeper into how he landed a job at CrossFit only to be let go, the truth of what life as a full-time creator looks like, how he balances a busy work schedule with family life, and much more. Key Points: Growing up in the Mormon LDS Church and how it has shaped him in his life The pros and cons of living a completely sober life How the Buttery Bros got started on YouTube Why the Bros were let go by CrossFit How to stay creative when your back is against the wall Moving his family into his parent's basement in his 30s to keep a dream alive A surefire way to develop more confidence How to separate yourself in a saturated market like fitness Why CrossFit is the most optimal way to train How he has developed stronger relationships with his wife and sons while running his businesses Knowing when to prioritize different areas of your life over others at certain times The concept of “Dude Days” with his sons What goes into the creation process for a Buttery Bros video Creating short-form vs. long-form videos Dream video projects if money wasn’t an issue Heber’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Heber: Connect with me: Join my FREE community: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/29767353

176. Balancing Fitness Goals with Drinking Alcohol, Building a Better-For-You Canned Cocktail Brand, and Cultivating Strong Community with Jack Espy 02/01/2024

176. Balancing Fitness Goals with Drinking Alcohol, Building a Better-For-You Canned Cocktail Brand, and Cultivating Strong Community with Jack Espy Is it possible to balance a healthy lifestyle while drinking alcohol? On today’s episode I am joined by Jack Espy, Founder and CEO of Spirited Hive, a better-for-you craft cocktail brand lightly sweetened with organic honey and all-natural ingredients. Jack started mixing cocktails for his friends during the pandemic. They quickly became a hit in his circle of friends, inspiring him to share his unique recipes with the world and start a canned cocktail company at age 23 rather than pursuing a career in real estate. Throughout the conversation, Jack explains how he can balance living a healthy lifestyle, keeping his health and wellness at the forefront of his priorities, enjoying some drinks with friends, and not letting that throw him off track from achieving his goals. Key Points: Marketing a lifestyle vs. pushing to sell a product Why Jack decided to start a better-for-you canned cocktail company out of college Becoming the official canned cocktail sponsor of all Nashville professional sports teams What goes into building and launching a brand from scratch Learning to structure a day and optimize as an entrepreneur Raising Money: Angels vs. Venture Capital and Private Equity Can alcohol be part of a healthy lifestyle? How to maintain a healthy balance between prioritizing your health and enjoying alcohol Learning to balance fitness with work and daily obligations Collaboration over competition to grow in health, business, and life Day in the life as a Founder and CEO 4 non-negotiables for better health and more happiness Overcoming fear of failure as an entrepreneur Shocking health benefits of honey Jack’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Jack: HIVE on Jack on Connect with me: Join my FREE community: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco SPONSORS Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/29677923

175. The One Thing That Has Held Me Back the Most As An Entrepreneur 01/31/2024

174. Disrupting the Healthcare Industry An Inside Look at CrowdHealth with Andy Schoonover 01/25/2024

174. Disrupting the Healthcare Industry An Inside Look at CrowdHealth with Andy Schoonover The medical industrial complex profits from you being sick and then treating your illness with expensive drugs and costly medical procedures. Healthcare in the US is a mess; however, today’s guest has the solution we’ve been looking for that won’t leave us pouring thousands of dollars each year. Andy Schoonover is the Founder and CEO of CrowHealth, a platform & community that empowers you with a crowdfunding tool and a wealth of resources to efficiently manage your healthcare costs. In this episode, Andy and I delve into how and why our country's approach to healthcare took a nose dive in the 1970s and the reasons it has become a broken system. We also discuss how CrowdHealth provides affordable, easy-to-use healthcare tools that equip people to live delightfully uninsured. Key Points: The inspiration to start a crowdfunded way to pay for healthcare How CrowdHealth works to save you money on healthcare Fund humans, not health insurance Why the healthcare system took a nosedive in the 1970’s Incentivizing people to stay healthy Health requirements to join CrowdHealth Live hard, die fast How deductibles, premiums, and co-pays work and what to look out for How CrowdHealth negotiates hospital bills for community members Benefits of using Bitcoin to pay for health care bills Long-term health benefits of a keto diet Setting up non-negotiables in life to help you thrive Structuring your day in a way that fills your cup How faith has helped guide him as an entrepreneur Figuring out what your skill is and glorifying God through it Andy’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with CrowdHealth: Connect with me: Download my FREE training app here: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco PWR Lift Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Organifi Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/29620523

173. Stop Trying, Start Training 01/23/2024

172. Sacrificing to Achieve Greatness, Investing in Yourself, and Leaving a Lasting Impact Through Ironman Coaching with Natasha Van Der Merwe 01/18/2024

172. Sacrificing to Achieve Greatness, Investing in Yourself, and Leaving a Lasting Impact Through Ironman Coaching with Natasha Van Der Merwe Natasha Van Der Merwe is a long-time endurance coach and professional triathlete from 2010 to 2023. Since 2009, Natasha has coached hundreds of athletes both online and in person covering all aspects of the sport as well as how to fuel for training and race day demands. She coaches multiple Professional Triathletes, most notably, 2 x Ironman Champion, Alice Alberts, and has worked with multiple well-known CEOs and Personalities like Nick Bare, Steve Weatherford, Phil Daru, Bobby Dautrich, Bubbie Golf, Devon Levesque, Matt Jansen, Domenic Iacovone, and Jimmy Decicco. In this conversation, we explore her journey, from learning to find happiness with less to lessons from humble beginnings. Natasha discusses the role of faith in her leadership, her shift from pro triathlete to coaching, and the sacrifices for excellence. Natasha emphasizes self-investment for greatness, mental strength in athletes, and the critical role that faith has and continues to play in her life as she strives to leave a lasting impact. Key Points: Learning to live and be happy with less Lessons learned from humble beginnings Keeping God at the center of her life as a leader Giving up being a professional triathlete to go all-in on her coaching business Coaching Nick Bare to an Ironman The sacrifices required to become the best Funding her professional Ironman career by starting a bike transport company How much it costs to do an Ironman Invest in yourself if you truly want to become great How to build mental strength as an athlete Fueling strategies to optimize performance and recovery and mistakes to avoid Why you MUST do strength training and plyometrics as a triathlete Peak Ironman training schedule How to maintain healthy hormones as an endurance athlete Natasha’s Day in the Life How faith has made her a better mom, coach, wife, and community builder Natasha’s definition of Pure Ambition Connect with Natasha: Connect with me: Download my FREE training app here: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: LinkedIn: Affiliates: Organifi Get 20% off the best products on the market to look, feel, and perform your best in all areas of life with Organifi: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at Improve your metabolic health, get into flow state, and start living better with and get 30% off Ketone-IQ with code “FUSCO” at Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here’s what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco /episode/index/show/c49ad196-51eb-47c5-a0f2-6596214d1175/id/29524048

171. Give Yourself Permission 01/16/2024

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