Episodes

Listen To This Advice Before You Quit Your Job
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Jan. 7, 2025

Listen To This Advice Before You Quit Your Job

ABOUT THE EPISODE You did all the right things—went to school, got a good job, and carved out a career path that you thought would provide a good life. Maybe that feeling even lasted a while and felt “right.” But not anymore. Now, it’s a...
One Push-Up at a Time: A Power Lifter's Path to Sobriety
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Dec. 31, 2024

One Push-Up at a Time: A Power Lifter's Path to Sobriety

Are you struggling to find your path to recovery and wondering if exercise could be your answer? In this powerful episode, former Team USA athlete and exercise scientist Ben Nevares shares his raw journey from early addiction to international...
Guest: Ben Nevares
How to Transform Relationships by Asking Better Questions
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Dec. 24, 2024

How to Transform Relationships by Asking Better Questions

Genuine human connection seems increasingly rare these days. This episode offers a transformative approach to relationships. Discover how curiosity can be the key to unlocking deeper, more meaningful interactions with those around you. Learn powerful...
Guest: Topaz Adizes
How to Build Real Connection in a Disconnected World
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Dec. 17, 2024

How to Build Real Connection in a Disconnected World

Are you tired of feeling like you're not measuring up to society's definition of success, even when you're doing well on paper? Society often pushes men toward toxic masculinity and endless achievement, many struggle to find authentic connection with...
Guest: Adam Dorsay
How to Start Your Healing Journey From Where You Are Now, with Kelsey Aida and Lynnsey Robinson
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Nov. 26, 2024

How to Start Your Healing Journey From Where You Are Now, with Kelsey Aida and Lynnsey Robinson

In this episode of The Fit Mess, hosts Zach and Jeremy discuss simple yet impactful strategies to overcome negative thought patterns, focusing on gratitude and positive brain training.   They share their recent struggles and how small daily...
How to Manage Stress When Everything Changes
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Nov. 5, 2024

How to Manage Stress When Everything Changes

Are you feeling like your brain has too many tabs open and you can't find where the music is coming from? In this episode, we share our favorite tips for managing overwhelming life transitions, from blending families to buying fixer-uppers and...
How To Improve Your Mental Health By Changing WHEN You Eat
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Oct. 29, 2024

How To Improve Your Mental Health By Changing WHEN You Eat

Are you tired of conflicting nutrition advice that doesn't seem to work for your body? In this episode, Dr. Sarah Doyle reveals a revolutionary approach to eating that aligns with your body's natural rhythms. This conversation unveils a powerful...
How to Support Your Child's Mental Health Before It's Too Late
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Oct. 22, 2024

How to Support Your Child's Mental Health Before It's Too Late

Summary In this episode, Jeremy is joined by Sally Raymond, who discusses the challenges of modern parenting, the importance of emotional intelligence, and the impact of social media on youth. She also shares her journey following the tragic loss of...
How to Be OK With Starting All Over Again
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Oct. 15, 2024

How to Be OK With Starting All Over Again

Do you ever feel like you're constantly starting over in your fitness journey? Many of us struggle with the frustration of setbacks and the mental challenge of beginning again, especially when life gets in the way of our wellness routines. In this...
How to Use Fitness to Boost Your Mental Health
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Oct. 8, 2024

How to Use Fitness to Boost Your Mental Health

In this episode, Joe Martin and Jeremy Grater discuss the critical role of accountability in personal transformation, particularly in the context of mental health and physical fitness. Joe shares his journey from struggling with depression and weight...
Guest: Joe Martin
How to Balance Big Goals While Living in the Moment
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Oct. 1, 2024

How to Balance Big Goals While Living in the Moment

In this episode of The Fit Mess, Jeremy Grater and Zach Tucker explore the themes of goal-setting, daily consistency, and personal identity. They discuss the importance of focusing on the process rather than the end goal, emphasizing that daily...
How to Disagree Without Destroying Relationships
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Sept. 24, 2024

How to Disagree Without Destroying Relationships

Are you trying to figure out how to discuss politics without ruining relationships? Many of us struggle to have respectful conversations about sensitive topics, especially politics. This fear of conflict can negatively impact our mental health and...
How to Choose Happiness When Life Gets Tough
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Sept. 17, 2024

How to Choose Happiness When Life Gets Tough

Ever felt stuck in a funk and wished you could just "get over it"? We all face tough times, but learning to navigate them can be the difference between sinking and swimming in life's choppy waters. In this episode, you'll discover practical strategies...
How to Overcome Stigma and Get Help for Depression
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Aug. 20, 2024

How to Overcome Stigma and Get Help for Depression

Have you ever wondered how it feels to flip a switch and instantly cure severe depression? Depression affects millions, often silently destroying lives due to stigma and misunderstanding. In this episode, discover a groundbreaking treatment that...
Guest: Jon Nelson
How to Break Free from Phone Addiction
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Aug. 13, 2024

How to Break Free from Phone Addiction

Are you constantly glued to your phone, missing out on life's precious moments? Many of us struggle with an unhealthy relationship with our devices, leading to increased anxiety, depression, and decreased productivity. In this episode we're joined by...
How to Manage Stress When Everything Goes Wrong
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July 30, 2024

How to Manage Stress When Everything Goes Wrong

Ever feel like you're about to snap over life's little annoyances? In this episode, we dive into the struggle of keeping cool when it seems like the world is out to get you. From inconsiderate beachgoers to parade-ruining parents, we explore how these...
Prioritizing Self-Care: Filling Up Your Tank
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July 23, 2024

Prioritizing Self-Care: Filling Up Your Tank

Summary In this conversation, Jeremy and Zach discuss their recent struggles with their mental and physical health and the extreme measures they are taking to reset and improve. Zach is currently doing a three-day water fast to flush out his system...
How to Face Your Insecurities Head-On, with Matt Gilhooly
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July 16, 2024

How to Face Your Insecurities Head-On, with Matt Gilhooly

Are you tired of hiding behind hoodies and battling self-doubt? In this eye-opening episode of The Fit Mess podcast, fellow podcaster Matt Gilhooly opens up about his lifelong struggle with body shame and his current journey through grief. Discover...
How To Feel Better About Getting Older And Confront The Fear Of The Unknown
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July 2, 2024

How To Feel Better About Getting Older And Confront The Fear Of The Unknown

Ever feel like time is speeding up and life is moving faster and faster toward the finish line? If you're grappling with the realization that you're not as young as you used to be, join the club! This episode dives into the emotional rollercoaster of...
How to Make Time for Emotional Processing When Life Feels Too Busy
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June 25, 2024

How to Make Time for Emotional Processing When Life Feels Too Busy

We're thrilled to announce that our podcast has been ranked #2 on Feedspot's '' list! Thank you to our listeners for your continued support, and to Feedspot for this acknowledgment. We're more motivated than ever to keep bringing you valuable content...
How To Listen To Your Body Instead Of Diet Rules
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June 18, 2024

How To Listen To Your Body Instead Of Diet Rules

In this episode, Jeremy and Zach discuss the challenges of navigating conflicting information and beliefs, particularly in the areas of personal choices such as diet and lifestyle. They explore the idea of finding balance and being open-minded to...
How to Face Your Fears with Nick Bracks
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June 11, 2024

How to Face Your Fears with Nick Bracks

Nick Bracks, son of a well-known politician, opens up about his struggles with mental health and the pressure of living in the shadow of his father's success. He shares how his shyness and underlying mental health conditions were brought to the...
Guest: Nick Bracks
Why Sometimes You Need To Just Say Fuck It
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June 4, 2024

Why Sometimes You Need To Just Say Fuck It

Ever feel like the pressure to constantly improve is suffocating? This podcast episode explores letting go and giving yourself a well-deserved break. We're all guilty of pushing ourselves too hard, causing burnout and stagnation. This episode...
How To Feel The Effects Of Grounding While You Sleep
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May 28, 2024

How To Feel The Effects Of Grounding While You Sleep

What if you could sleep better, feel less chronic pain and reduce stress just by changing your ? Many modern ailments, including chronic inflammation, poor sleep, and persistent pain, could potentially be alleviated by reconnecting with the Earth's...