The Gift of Fear (In Fitness)
There's a version of training that stays comfortable forever. And then there's what happens when you step into something that scares you - a...
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Welcome to the Look Good Move Well Podcast, where you can get fresh ideas for your training, nutrition, and lifestyle to immediately put to use. If you want to be a sexy 80 year old AND thro...
There's a version of training that stays comfortable forever. And then there's what happens when you step into something that scares you - a...
You don't need to spend $2m per year on longevity like Bryan Johnson does - and it doesn't have to take a ton of time. Here's what to do in...
Clearing up the cortisol confusion: what it is, what it does, and how to manage it for fat loss and optimal hormone function. Get our "Built...
Stretching is uncomfortable and easy to skip. It's also a simple practice that has a lot to offer. Today we revisit this foundation and what...
Ever opened the cabinet and just grabbed whatever was there? Of course - and it doesn't always mean you've failed to plan. It might just be...
A client wants to lose 15 pounds in 12 weeks, and Marcus gives surprising advice: cut the cardio. In this episode, we lay out the exact orde...
Our world is engineered for comfort — food delivered to your door, endless entertainment at your fingertips, and now drugs that make weight...
Healthcare used to be simple: you trusted your doctor, and they guided you. Now we're bombarded with direct-to-consumer treatments, online p...
The fitness habits our parents modeled came with an unspoken goal: get smaller. In this episode, we look back at the diets and workout trend...
A vulnerable discussion on why nutrition can feel isolating and exhausting, especially when past success came with trade-offs. We talk about...
Body fat percentage dominates fitness conversations, even though it mostly rewards weight loss and aesthetics. We dig into FFMI (Fat Free Ma...
Today we challenge whether prioritizing longevity and "just staying healthy" is masking your fear of failure - and why aiming a little highe...
If you succeed at 100% of your program, you're probably not being challenged enough.
Hot take: training around pain is more necessary than we might think. Here's how to do it so you get better, not worse.
Our takes on cardio, carbs, and specialized workouts might surprise you. Here's why they're worth considering to look good and move well. SP...
Training is a lifelong practice - and there's always more to uncover. Here are the answers we'll be seeking about fitness in 2026.
We're recapping what we learned last year about fitness, highlighting the most impactful things to keep in mind as you head into this year
Spending a lot of time in the gym, but still don't look or feel the way you want? We break down why 3 total lifting sessions and 60 min of c...
You hurt your knee, got an MRI, and the doc says surgery might help. What to do? How Marcus assessed Mark's situation, and what he recommend...
Little things, big impact - how to use training tools for more gains, better workouts, and more stability over time.
What goes through your mind as you move through your workout to make sure you get what you want from it? We share how we approach training b...
Getting skinny vs. getting strong, and what the long-term outlook looks like - whether you take weight loss drugs or not.
Two surprising words that go great together - we cover how to increase your intensity to get fitter without burning out and breaking down. S...
Getting realistic about holiday temptations, and how to handle them without January regret. - Best deal ever on Persist - Visit https://func...
Think you need more accountability to stay on track? We're breaking down why the real problem might be the system you're following - and how...
How do you get strong in your 40s when hiking isn't cutting it - but you're intimidated by the gym? Haley and Dara did just that - and reape...
Today's guest is Justin Allen, a sheriff with an unpredictable schedule who wants to prioritize fitness. He shares what's working in real li...
Diet culture brings to mind calorie restriction, avoiding carbs, and anything goes when it comes to exercise. Fueling like an athlete means...
We talk about high intensity fitness causing burnout and injuries, but promote intensity with lifting. What does true intensity mean in the...
Whoop bands, high carb, intuitive eating, walking more, carnivore, training less; how to design an experiment, and what surprised us the mos...
If your strength has plateaued it's easy to lose motivation. But past the beginner phase of training, getting strong takes different tactics...
Does going out mean weighing every option on the menu to decide if the calories are worth it? How we thought about balancing treats vs. trac...
Ever finish a meal and immediately think about the next one? We break down the difference between hunger and food noise, and how to finally...
We dig into the latest Men's Health articles and give our unfiltered takes on what's worth following—and what to skip—in mainstream fitness...
Dallas and Rachel are in town to hit some workouts and talk about our FBB Platinum Coaching! Join Persist Now: https://functional-bodybuildi...
What's the minimum effective dose to build or maintain strength and muscle? If you're short on time or tired of burning yourself out in the...
Marcus spent a week in the redwoods doing yoga twice per day - here's what he learned about learning how to move to keep your body safe. SPO...
The people around us have major impacts on our outcomes - but it's not always easy to show up the way we want to. Today's personal stories t...
Hunger cues come from the body AND the brain. Here's how you can influence hunger with your environment, rhythms, and the choices you make t...
Getting fired up for the gym is much easier when you feel attached to the outcome. But fitness is for life, and we don't always have somethi...
You can't stay on the same low calories forever and feel good, energetic, and strong. So let's unpack the mindset of how to eat more with in...
There's a big misconception of what it REALLY takes to build muscle. If you're stuck wondering if it's your nutrition, supplements, or progr...
How do you expect the challenge of reaching fitness goals will feel? A surprising case for why it's beneficial to believe it will be incredi...
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Unpacking simple statements on training, fitness, and mindset Sponsor: LMNT www.drinklmnt.com/marcusfilly
Not all calories are created equal. Here's how to get the most nutrients with the fewest amount of calories. Swap a few high performance foo...
Don't take our word for it. Hear the insights that our client Jeremy learned on a 12 week fat loss journey.
So many people we talked to are trying to get their fitness back - but doing what worked before feels way too hard. It's not always easy, bu...
A recap of Marcus's quest to add muscle at 40 - and what comes next for fitness.
Why we blow up after eating carbs, how carbs fuel intensity, and why carbs are not the culprit for those trying to lose weight. If you're co...