Mind Over Macros
581 episodes - English - Latest episode: 29 days ago - ★★★★★ - 932 ratingsA perfect blend of science and practical application in the fitness and nutrition world. Host Mike Millner discusses ways to improve your health, your relationship with yourself, and how to accomplish your fitness goals... focusing on the most important factor: mindset.
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Calories Don't Make You Fat
July 03, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBIn this episode, Mike explains why calories are not the problem when it comes to gaining weight. And if calories aren't the problem, then it would stand to reason that calories are not the solution, either. Which begs the question.. what's the real problem? And what's the real solution? You'll find out in this episode! For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetraining.com/trial Paleo Valley is offering 15% off all of their products! Try th...
Coaches Compass: Are You Giving Away Too Much Value?
June 30, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike discusses the common misconception that giving away too much value will result in not getting any clients because they have all of the information to do it on their own. This could not be further from the truth. In reality, the real issue is that most coaches aren't clear on what problems they can solve and how they solve them. So they assume it's a matter of giving too much away, when in reality, it's a matter of not being clear enough in their m...
Results That Match Your Expectations with Jim Hallinan & Aram Grigorian
June 28, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Jim Hallinan and Aram Grigorian from the Otherside Lifestyle podcast. The 3 of them discuss the reality of results and how to realign your expectations to match the work that you're willing to put in. This conversation will help you cut through the BS and get a heavy dose of reality about what it takes to be successful. Follow Jim - @jimmynutrition Follow Aram - @4weeks2thebeach For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https...
Turn Your Vision Into Your Reality with Drew Canole from Organifi
June 26, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Drew Canole, the CEO and founder of Organifi, who shares some incredible insight on creating the life of your dreams. The wisdom that Drew shares applies to improving your health, wealth, relationships, and overall joy. Life can be gamified and played on your own terms. You do not have to conform to what you think you're supposed to do. Or what society tells you to do. This is about cultivating your own reality. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coachi...
Coaches Compass: 10 Content Mistakes to Avoid
June 23, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBIn this episode of Coaches Compass, Mike breaks down the top 10 content mistakes that you need to avoid if you want to attract your ideal clients to your coaching program. These are common mistakes that many coaches make and then they wonder why no one is inquiring about their services. Avoid these mistakes and you'll see how much easier it becomes to attract your dream clients into your business. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetr...
What If A Calorie Deficit Stops Working?
June 21, 2023 11:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this episode, Mike responds to the question.. what if a calorie deficit stops working? There is a lot of information out there about creating a calorie deficit and how it's necessary for weight loss. However, often times it lacks context or misses the nuance that's required to fully understand the concept. This episode will help clarify what's going on when it seems like a calorie deficit is no longer working. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https:/...
Top 10 Mental Roadblocks Keeping You Stuck
June 19, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses the top 10 mental roadblocks that are keeping you stuck. Almost every single failure when it comes to goal achievement is due to a mindset related issue. If we don't address our expectations, perfectionist tendencies, or lack of patience (to give a few examples), we're never going to be successful. These are 10 roadblocks that are the most common and ones that must be addressed to achieve long term success. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and t...
Coaches Compass: Getting Your Message to Attract the Right People
June 16, 2023 11:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBIn this episode of Coaches Compass, Mike discusses your message and how to attract the exact people that you want to work with. This may seem like a counterintuitive approach to marketing, but it can also be stress-free and more rewarding. You'll learn why "freebies" aren't working, why giving away "value" isn't what you think, and how to get your message to work FOR you so you don't have to constantly chase clients. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - htt...
5 Nutrition Myths That Need to Die
June 14, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses 5 nutrition myths that need to go away. These are the most common myths that are often promoted by "authority" figures like doctors and well-known health coaches. Unfortunately, with some much misinformation out there, it's tough to know what to believe. This episode will give you insight into the most common myths so you can avoid falling for false promises and pseudo-science. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www...
3 Mistakes Every Woman Over 40 Needs to Avoid
June 12, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses 3 mistakes that every woman over 40 needs to avoid. In fact, these are 3 mistakes that pretty much anyone who wants to get leaner should avoid. But they are especially detrimental in situations where an individual is more sensitive to stress. Unfortunately, they are 3 mistakes that are often made at the same time. Tune in to find out what they are! For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetraining.com/trial ...
Coaches Compass: Atypical Sales & Objection Handling
June 09, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBIn this episode of Coaches Compass, Mike discusses his entire philosophy on sales and objection handling which is counter to what is commonly taught. Rather than learning to be a master at objection handling, it's easier and more effective to reduce the number of objections you're getting. How do you do that? You'll learn how in this episode! For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetraining.com/trial Paleo Valley is offering 15% off all o...
This Life Hack Creates Epic Results
June 07, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses an important life hack or life skill that allows you to create greater results. Not only that, but implementing this tactic will move you closer to the things that are most important to you. This is about getting exactly what you want out of life and this episode will walk you through an important exercise to make it happen. Give it a listen! For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetraining.com/trial Paleo ...
Maximizing Your Coaching Experience
June 05, 2023 11:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses how to make the most out of the coaching experience. This is all about being coachable. When you hire a coach, you are simply investing in your ticket to play the game. You still have to show up and do the work. There are certain things that are required in order to maximize the coaching experience. Tune in to this episode to find out what they are! For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetraining.com/trial ...
Coaches Compass: Navigating Imposter Syndrome
June 02, 2023 11:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBIn this episode of Coaches Compass, Mike discusses imposter syndrome. This is not just exclusive to coaches but can apply in many situations. We often compare ourselves or feel like we're not good enough in certain situations. Feeling like an imposter is completely normal. This episode will give you the tools to manage it. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetraining.com/trial Paleo Valley is offering 15% off all of their products! Tr...
Top 10 Dieting Mistakes
May 31, 2023 11:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses the top 10 dieting mistakes that most people make. This is a helpful breakdown so you can avoid these mistakes for yourself and make the most out of your dieting phase. Some of the answers might surprise you! Give this episode a listen to find out. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetraining.com/trial Paleo Valley is offering 15% off all of their products! Try their beef sticks for a high quality, grab...
Building an Unbreakable Foundation
May 29, 2023 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses the process of being unaffected by overindulging or social events. Many people assume that they have to choose between being fit or being social. And they don't think that both can exist simultaneously. The common perception is that if they want to enjoy alcohol or pizza or other fun foods, it comes at the cost of their health and body composition goals. Well that's not true. And as always, it depends. There is a way in which you can be fit and healthy and sti...
Coaches Compass: Content Creation Made Simple
May 26, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBIn this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike simplifies the process of creating content that attracts the audience that you want to serve. Many coaches get paralyzed by content creation. They don't know what to say or what to write. This episode will give you a simple and effective framework so you never run out of ideas. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetraining.com/trial Paleo Valley is offering 15% off all of their products! Tr...
How to Lose Your Next 10 Pounds
May 24, 2023 10:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this episode, Mike explains the mindset and execution of losing your next 10 lbs of fat. This is coming from the perspective of his latest fat loss phase and the importance of keeping it short and to the point. There are some important lessons when it comes to making the most of a fat loss phase. Many people struggle by extending it out too long or getting too extreme. Tune in to this episode to learn how to make the most of your next fat loss phase so it's quick and effective. For a 2 w...
The No BS Approach to Getting Results with Beth Feraco
May 22, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Beth Feraco who gives very direct and sound advice for getting results to improve your health and physical appearance. Beth shares her story of overcoming alcoholism and finding fitness as a way to improve the quality of her life. The lessons and takeaways in making that kind of change are directly applicable to any journey of goal achievement. It takes work, sacrifice, and a willingness to do things differently. Beth has a lovingly blunt approach and is a ...
Coaches Compass: Unconventional Marketing
May 19, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBIn this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike discusses why conventional marketing is ineffective and unethical. He describes a much more effective way to market yourself and your services so you actually build trust with your audience and attract the types of people you want to work with. If you're a coach or aspiring coach, this episode is a must-listen! For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetraining.com/trial Paleo Valley is offering ...
The Metabolic Gap
May 17, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses a concept that he came up with to describe the real essence of metabolism called The Metabolic Gap. This is a way to conceptualize the things that widen the gap between where you are and where you want to be. And the things that we can do to close the gap. It'll help you make decisions to improve your metabolic function and work with your body instead of against it. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypet...
The Fat Loss Fallacy
May 15, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBIn this episode, Mike explains what we've gotten wrong about fat loss for the past several decades. There is a fundamental flaw in how fat loss is approached across mainstream media and popular diets and it's led to an embarrassing success rate. Once you understand the internal drivers for losing fat and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, it becomes quite apparent why the old ways hasn't been working. More importantly, you'll quickly learn how to approach things differently so you can actually...
Coaches Compass: Finding Your Ideal Client & Building Your Audience
May 12, 2023 11:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBIn this episode of Coaches Compass, Mike discusses the process for figuring out who your ideal client is. Once you know the type of person that brings you joy to work with, you'll need to understand how to attract those clients and build your audience. This episode will help you take action on speaking directly to the people you want to be working with and how to figure out exactly the types of clients that you best serve. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here...
Change the Frame to Change Your Results
May 10, 2023 11:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses the importance of perspective and mental reframes to change your ability to stay consistent and see the results you desire. This episode will allow you to view your problems and potential roadblocks differently. You'll see them for what they are. It will give the mental perspective you need to be successful. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetraining.com/trial Paleo Valley is offering 15% off all of ...
Functional Nutrition with Liz Larson
May 08, 2023 13:00 - 59 minutes - 41.3 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by POP Coach Liz Larson to discuss functional nutrition and what it is and how it can help you achieve your goals. Liz shares her story of having severe gut health issues at a very young age and the path that she took to better health despite having celiac disease and hashimoto's. Now, Coach Liz is helping so many others to reach their goals with her knowledge and education in functional nutrition. This episode will help you advocate for yourself on your path...
The Coaches Compass: Getting Started as a New Coach
May 05, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this episode, Mike begins a new segment called the Coaches Compass. Each week, he'll discuss a topic for established, new, or aspiring coaches. This week on the Coaches Compass, Mike talks about the step by step process to becoming a coach. How do you get started? How do you get clients? How much should you charge them in the beginning? Tune in to find out! For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetraining.com/trial Paleo Valley is off...
The Exact Process for Reaching Your Goals
May 03, 2023 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBIn this episode, Mike explains the exact process of how to reach your goals. This is actionable and repeatable, regardless of what you're trying to achieve. You can apply these principles in all areas of your life, especially health and fitness. The analogy explained in this episode will make a lot of sense and help you understand the frame for goal achievement. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neurotypetraining.com/trial Start your mornin...
Unlocking Your Potential with Luka Hocevar
May 01, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Luka Hocevar for an incredibly profound and impactful conversation. Luka gets into the art and science of self-transformation and how to truly change your behaviors to reach your goals with a repeatable process. This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to unlock their potential and become the best version of themselves. It's also a great episode for coaches to listen to if they want to understand their clients on a deeper level and be more equipped to hel...
How Fat Loss Actually Happens
April 26, 2023 12:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBIn this episode, Mike breaks down the way that fat loss actually happens in the body. This is an important episode to understand the big picture and not get so caught up in the day to day. If you have a poor relationship with the scale and/or you get frustrated by scale fluctuations, this episode will help immensely. You'll understand what causes the scale to go up and down and what you can do about it. For a 2 week free trial for nutrition coaching and training, go here - https://www.neuro...
Hormone & Gut Health Solutions with Erin Comstock
April 24, 2023 11:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Erin Comstock to discuss advanced client cases and how to resolve complex issues like hormonal imbalances and gut distress. If you are an individual who is struggling to lose weight, there are a number of symptoms mentioned in this episode that may be red flags that there are some underlying issues to rectify. If you are a coach, Mike and Erin mention the WellFitz Mentorship which is a hands on, 12 month course to be able to help with autoimmune conditions,...
How to Get Anything You Want in Life
April 19, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBIn this episode, Mike explains the exact 4-step process for getting anything you want in life. Some people might not like to hear how it works, but it's stood the test of time. It's a repeatable framework that can help you achieve anything that you desire. If you're trying to reach your fitness goals, have a business you want to grow, have relationships that could use improvement... the process remains the same. Tune in to find out how it works and then get to work! To learn about all of th...
Metabolic Flexibility for Optimal Health with Dr Mike T Nelson
April 17, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Dr Mike T Nelson to discuss metabolic flexibility and why it's so important. If you want to be healthy, the goal is to have a flexible metabolism. Which means you have proper use of both carbs and fats as fuel at the right times and for the right activities. If you are struggling to utilize either fuel source, it can be problematic. Dr Mike will help you identify if you are metabolically inflexible and, if so, what to do about it. This conversation may also...
How to Create Mental Freedom
April 12, 2023 11:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses a mental reframe that can change your perspective on just about anything. This is particularly useful when you are frustrated by your lack of results or think that progress should be happening faster than it is. Most of your success when it comes to reaching your goals is won or lost in your mind. If you can master your mind, you can achieve anything you want. This is a powerful episode that will help you keep things in perspective and focus on the things that...
Feel Your Way to Success with Heather Chauvin
April 10, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Heather Chauvin for a powerful conversation about what it takes to achieve the emotional outcome you desire. Heather discusses how to begin with the end in mind and then reverse engineer the process to get what you want out of life. This is a conversation that everyone needs to here because this is the work that we often avoid. And it's also the work that is needed to become unstuck and fulfilled. You may want to listen to this episode at least twice! Fol...
How I Finally Escaped the Diet Hamster Wheel
April 05, 2023 13:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses his dieting journey and how he finally went from yo-yo dieter to sustainable results. It's been a long and arduous journey with many ups and downs. After nearly 10 years of chronic dieting and losing and gaining weight over and over again.. Mike finally found something that worked long term. What were the main foundational shifts that he had to make for the results to finally stick? Find out by tuning in to this episode! To learn about all of the ways you ca...
How to Lose 100 Pounds Sustainably with Eve Guzman
April 03, 2023 13:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Eve Guzman who shares her story of how she lost half her body weight and has kept it off for good. Eve's story is very relatable and powerful because she struggled with her weight from an early age and had to learn and re-learn a lot of behaviors and habits around food. This conversation is about the physical and mental process of losing a significant amount of weight through a science-based approach, and the habits that are required to maintain those resul...
The Most Important Ingredient for Success
March 29, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses the single most important ingredient for success. And no, it has nothing to do with macros, training, sleep, stress, or even walking. This is something even more fundamental and foundational. It's something that most people lack and avoid taking the time to build. It's something that can completely make or break you. It's something that should be a guiding principle for your life if you want to be successful in any endeavor. Find out what is by tuning in to th...
Boners & Biceps with Ali Gilbert
March 27, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Ali Gilbert who discusses the best ways for men to get jacked. This is more about optimizing health than anything else and can relate to anyone who is trying to feel better and look better. Ali specifically has an expertise in men's health and she explains the symptoms of low testosterone, what to do about it, and when to consider hormone replacement. This is a valuable conversation for both men and women. Follow Ali - @thealigilbert To learn about all of...
Weight Watchers & Ozempic: A Match Made in Hell
March 22, 2023 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses the news that Weight Watchers has gotten into the prescription weight loss medication industry and will not be able to distribute popular drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. What are the long term implications of using drugs like this that suppress your appetite and are intended to be used for type 2 diabetics? Unfortunately, we won't know for a while but the initial findings aren't promising. Tune in to find out why these so-called miracle drugs can be do more dam...
Keys to Mastering Your Inner Game with Kait Callahan
March 20, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Kait Callahan to discuss the ways in which we can level up our internal game to improve your external results. This conversation isn't just about mindset concepts. It's about actionable ways to shift your identity, get connected with your future self, and make more decisions in alignment with the person you want to become. This is an episode that you may want to listen to twice to fully absorb the mindset mastery that is delivered by Kait and Mike! To lear...
Better Decisions for Better Results
March 15, 2023 14:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBIn this episode, Mike discussing the pillars of goal achievement and then dives deep on one of several decisions making frameworks that will allow you to make more choices in alignment with the person you want to become. Upgrading your internal operating system is extremely important in the goal achievement process. It's often overlooked and brushed aside. But if you master this part of the process, you'll avoid self sabotage and will reach your goals sustainably. This concept can be applied...
The Mental Diet
March 13, 2023 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBIn this episode, Mike begins by giving his recap of The Real Coaches Summit in Las Vegas before diving in to a powerful concept of mentally dieting, while physically gaining or remaining stagnant. We often overlook the mental tax that comes with dieting and trying to lose weight. It's even worse when we tax ourselves mentally, while we continue to struggle with physical progress. That's why many people give up or remain handcuffed by the all or nothing cycle. This episode should create a maj...
Habits of Successful People with Christy Campbell
March 08, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Christy Campbell and the two discuss the most common habits that are shared amongst successful people. Identifying the gaps in behavior between who you are today and who you want to become is an important step in bridging that gap. By understanding what successful people have in common, we can start to look for areas of improvement. Most of the time, it comes down to the internal beliefs and mindset which many people don't want to address it. Well, address ...
Fast or Fiction: Uncovering the Fallacies of Fasting
March 06, 2023 11:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses fasting and whether it's a viable strategy for fat loss or not. What are the benefits of fasting? How about the potential negative effects of fasting? How does fasting impact hormone health? Should perimenopausal women be fasting? All of these questions are answered and more. You'll also learn about a simple strategy to increase your fat loss efforts without changing very much about the way you eat. Tune in to find out! Our newest sponsor, Cured Nutrition is ...
The Power of Change: Real-Life Client Transformations
March 01, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBIn this episode, Mike shares several real-life examples of client transformation stories that are impactful, inspiring, and powerful. There is nothing more beneficial than hearing of someone just like yourself who overcame various struggles and roadblocks to achieve their goals. We see ourselves in others. It's one thing to hear about research and scientific literature. It's another thing to hear of someone in a similar life situation as yourself to know that everything you want to accomplis...
Eating Your Emotions: Understanding and Conquering Binge Eating
February 27, 2023 12:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses all things binge eating and how to heal from it. The beginning of this conversation also has a massive announcement and opportunity! Then, Mike does into detail about what binge eating disorder actually is and some of the symptoms or red flags associated with it. Then, he walks through the various external and internal factors that can lead to binge eating. A lot of this also applies to simple over indulgences or poor decision making around food. Lastly, Mike ...
The Last Diet You'll Ever Need
February 22, 2023 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses the ultimate cliche... how to make your fitness and nutrition a lifestyle. Everyone says that it needs to be a lifestyle. But no one ever explains how to actually put that into practice. This episode is a step by step guide on creating a lifestyle that supports your goals. If you can take the time to implement these steps and be patient and gracious with yourself.. you'll never need another diet again! Our newest sponsor, Cured Nutrition is offering 20% off a...
The One Metric You Should Be Tracking with Justin Roethlingshoefer
February 20, 2023 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Justin Roethlingshoefer, owner of Own It, to discuss one of the most important metrics that you should be tracking. Justin has been working with professional athletes and high level performers for a long time and incorporates a holistic approach with his clients that combines physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health. This is a great conversation that explores the importance of using data and tracking to monitor progress, as well as understanding th...
The Perimenopausal Blueprint
February 15, 2023 13:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBIn this episode, Mike addresses perimenopause and menopause from various perspectives. What is causing your body to change during this phase of life? What symptoms might you be experiencing? How can we mitigate those symptoms by getting to the root cause? What are the physical and emotional barriers to losing weight during this time? When should you try HRT? Plus a whole lot more! This is a comprehensive episode that will surely make you feel empowered on your journey. Our newest sponsor, C...
6 Stages of Identity Change with Nick Ross
February 13, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBIn this episode, Mike is joined by Nick Ross to discuss the 6 stages of identity change. Nick shares his journey which includes a number of setbacks that required him to change his identity to become the person he is today. There are plenty of lessons learned from overcoming the odds and beating cancer to transforming into a bodybuilder on the path to turning professional. If you want to change your life and become the best version of yourself.. tune in to this episode! Our newest sponsor,...