Elite Coaching Cast

Justin Mihaly•growordiepodcast.libsyn.com

This show is where you can find anything you need to know about fitness and entrepreneurship. We mainly talk nutrition, training, supplementation, bodybuilding and really all things fitness. We'll also cover what it's like being a business owner, mindset and really whatever else we feel interested in talking about. Don't worry, we'll spill the tea because host Justin Mihaly isn't afraid to push a few buttons. This podcast is to help you grow because without growth, what else is there? @jmihaly_

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Episodes

14: How You Do One Thing Is How You Do Everything

In today's episode Justin defines intensity and talks about how his intensity came about from his experience in the NFL. We talk about how you can become more intense to elevate your training, work performance, relationships and overall lifestyle. Then we dive into confidence of conquering your training and the importance of persistence. We explain why everything is a competition and what it means to have an elite mentality. This one is not for the sensitive at heart.

Apr 13, 2020•1 hr 12 min

13: Frontline COVID-19 Discussion With Megan Ashley, Friday Q&A

Today's episode is INTENSE. We have a 1-on-1 conversation with Megan Ashley, a Team Mihaly Coach and a front line hero the midst of this Coronavirus pandemic. We start the episode talking about how Megan got into coaching, became a Team Mihaly client and later became a high level TM Coach. Then we dive deep into Megan's experience on the front line with COVID-19. We talk about hospital conditions, the experience of medical professionals involved and how we can continue to help. Make sure to list...

Apr 10, 2020•1 hr 6 min

12: Manifesting Self Appreciation

In today's episode we discuss the importance of appreciating yourself and how to manifest your own self appreciation. We B.S. for a little and then dive into how Justin manifested the Mr. Ohio Overall Men's Bodybuilding Win and what he's manifesting now. We discuss the benefits of meditation and how it's not what you typically think. Then we close with the importance of positive self talk - how negativity affects your lifestyle, what self validation may be doing to your ego and how to bring posi...

Apr 08, 2020•1 hr 4 min

11: Your Path Follows Your Perspective - Discussion About Ego

Happy Monday! Today's episode is all about self reflection and our ego. Justin starts off by talk about how his ego has changed over the years and the impact of a positive and negative ego. We discuss what ego means to us and how we perceive the ego. Then we dive into ego strength and how you can make your ego stronger. Then we discuss how ego affects leadership and how they work together to impact communities and businesses, and how embracing your ego isn't a bad thing. We close with the 4 leve...

Apr 06, 2020•1 hr 4 min

10: How to approach a contest prep, Discussing a diet phase, Friday Q&A

In today's episode Justin dives into how he approaches a contest prep phase for men and women, mainly around the strategies of a dieting phase week by week. What happens during a dieting phase, what steps to take if you're in contest prep and how PEDs affect your contest prep dieting phase. We talk about the importance of insulin sensitivity and nutrient timing. Why reducing calories isn't the only answer. Then we dive into Friday's Q&A.

Apr 03, 2020•1 hr 5 min

9: A soft coach, has soft clients

In today's episode it's all about Coach & Client relationships. Being part of both worlds, Justin goes deep on what it takes to be an effective Coach as well as a successful Client. We talk about the top characteristics of an ELITE coach. Personality, Empathy and Education. How can you be an ELITE client for your coach? If you've ever thought about becoming a Coach or hiring one, this episode has everything you need to know. At the end we discuss how these principles can be applied across ot...

Apr 01, 2020•1 hr 11 min

8: How To Approach Your Resistance Band Workouts, Getting Uncomfortable, Forcing Adaptation

Today we're talking all about training in your current situation. 99% of you are stuck at home so we talk all about how to approach your resistance band workouts. What can you do to force adaption? Get uncomfortable. We discuss how to manage your nutrition and what options you have to increase resistance and grow during your time at home. Short and sweet. After this episode, get uncomfortable and grow.

Mar 30, 2020•37 min

7: Controlling Your Controllables, Who Should Consider PEDs, Friday Q&A

Today's episode is all about elevating yourself. We open up with the importance of controlling your controllables. Then Justin gets deep talking about who should consider PEDs, what to look for, variables to consider and how important it is to effectively research. We even trade ideas about PED's in professional sports. It's Friday so we end with our Friday Q&A from y'all. We talk about life after COVID-19, prep and cheat meals. Someone's gotta get better today.

Mar 27, 2020•1 hr 1 min

6: Tiger King, How To Deal With Haters On Social Media, Starting An Online Fitness Business

In today's episode we talk about the new Netflix Documentary Tiger King, it's a must watch. We dive into how to deal with haters on social media and things that Justin does to combat negativity and noise. We talk about our views on the current coronavirus situation and how it's impacting our communities and businesses. Then we talk about why it's the best time to start your online business. We're all stuck at home so why not try to make money with your passion? It's a JOOCY one today.

Mar 25, 2020•54 min

5: Interviewing With Mark Tomanek - How to manage time, The Importance of Communication, How To Control

In episode 5 we chat with Mark Tomanek, Founder and Head Coach of Tomanek Trained, a growing online coaching business. We get DEEP with Mark about how he got started in bodybuilding. We dive into the lengths he took to maintain his physique when times were tough. Mark tells us the importance of communication and a strong partner to be successful. We learn how Mark manages a full-time teaching position while running an online fitness business. You can guarantee to learn something in this one. Tha...

Mar 23, 2020•1 hr 3 min

4: Deciphering Good Vs. Bad Info, How To Preserve Muscle Without A Gym, Q&A Frd

Today's episode is a long one but man is it JOOCY. We start off talking about why spring breakers should be stopped. Justin throws shade at Scott's sports knowledge and Scott shares his hidden talents. We dive into how you can decipher between good vs. bad information to enhance your education. We talk about how to preserve muscle while gyms continue to close, and we start a new weekly segment called Q&A Friday where we answer your questions!

Mar 20, 2020•54 min

3: Gyms are cancelled, shows are cancelled, what next, the mindset of a champion

In this episode we talk about gyms, restaurant and bars closing, and how that's going to affect our lifestyles. What can we do to stay a little healthier and support our communities during the pandemic? "I'm 3 weeks out and my gym is closing, now what?" We talk about how impactful draining your own battery can be. Then we segment into the mindset of a champion and how you can apply this to your life, bodybuilding or elsewhere. Tom Brady gets mentioned a few times and we talk about what it means ...

Mar 18, 2020•41 min

2: True Life Of A Sponsored Athlete

In episode 2 of the Grow or Die podcast, Justin and Scott talk about the life of a sponsored athlete. First, we breakdown the differences between having an affiliate code and actually being a sponsored athlete on a company's roster. Then we have some great in-depth discussion around Justin's sponsorship with Revive. The last half of the podcast is focused on how you can use your content to provide value, how to approach companies you're interested in working with, and the level of passion that's...

Mar 16, 2020•37 min

1: Welcome To The Grow Or Die Podcast, Arnold Sports Festival Recap, Coronavirus and Bodybuilding

Welcome to the introductory episode of the Grow or Die podcast. In this episode, Justin and Scott start off by explaining the goal of the Grow or Die Podcast and what you'll be getting out of it. Then, we breakdown our roller-coaster ride of an experience at the Arnold Classic and Expo, or what should have been. We go on to highlight how Justin's client placed in the show, touch on the eerie feeling around Columbus, and how Justin managed to get into the show. We close out this episode discussin...

Mar 13, 2020•29 min

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