There has been a conflict raging since the dawn of time (we at least a few years) … Crossfit vs Bodybuilding: Who wins? I’ve spent a good amount of time in both, I have friends who are devoted to both at the extremes of the sport. I ponder the questions in this week's podcast; the differences, the benefits, the limits, and the results … I’ve spent a good amount of time in both, I have friends who are devoted to both at the extremes of the sport. Connect with Piet and Pharos Piet's Instagram Phar...
Jun 12, 2022•59 min
This week saw our 1 Year Anniversary at PHAROS Mountain Lodge. A year of Retreats, building a new community in Idyllwild, and growing PHAROS Athletic Club even further in LA. Emylee and I sit down to discuss the significance of what we have built here. What are we doing and where are we going…And stay tuned for an exciting announcement! Connect with Piet and Emylee Emylee's Instagram Piet's Instagram Pharos Instagram Pharos Mountain Lodge Instagram Website Sign Up Here Welcome to the Pharos Fit ...
Jun 05, 2022•45 min
This week I sit down with Coach Extraordinaire Robin Reader and discuss Olympic Weightlifting and our growing success with The Barbell Club. We talk about the growing participation of Women in the club at Pharos and why the sport has given Robin a new sense of purpose in her career. She has an incredible story and since surviving her battle with cancer is thriving as one of the top emerging Coaches in a sport that has traditionally been dominated by men. A story of empowerment, action, and inspi...
May 16, 2022•37 min
Jack is the founder and Gym Leader of Gymnasium, a growing fitness enterprise in the UK. He was an early pioneer in the Crossfit space with In2 Crossfit in 2011 and has experienced much growth, change and adaptation as the company grew, evolved, and dealt with the many challenges that being a gym owner brings. We talk through his journey, the lessons learned, the mistakes made, and the future of Gymnasium and the fitness industry itself. A great podcast for entrepreneurs and anyone interested in...
May 09, 2022•1 hr 21 min
This week I sit down with a pioneer in the field of Regenerative Farming Devin Day. Devin owns Valley Farmstead in Washington and is going to revolutionary lengths to provide exceptional produce. His techniques and methods are setting new standards in agriculture and forestry and I learned so much from this podcast. His farm not only produces the highest quality meat but also the best Maple Syrup on the planet. His purpose and sense of responsibility is so strong and he is part of a growing farm...
Apr 17, 2022•1 hr 7 min
This week I sit down with Alex Catalano and discuss all things nutrition. Alex is a Health Lifestyle Specialist and has undergone one of the most impressive transformations I have seen at PHAROS Athletic Club. A 4ft 11-inch powerhouse that spreads the word about healthy living through television, seminars, workshops, social media, and various media outlets. Find out the how’s and why’s of some changes you should make to better yourself, your loved ones, and the world around you! Connect with Ale...
Mar 20, 2022•48 min
The Limitless Challenge 2022 saw the most successful transformation results to date. Collectively the Challengers lost….. of fat and gained ……. Of muscle. Today is sit down with the Challenge Winners Clara Warbritton who lost …. And gained …..and Abel Ortiz who lost …. And gained…. and their Coach Arthur Guillosson to discuss what they did, how they did it, and what their secret is. They did this in 5 weeks. You can too! Find out how! 1st Place Female - Clara Warbritton - 857 (lost 15.7lb fat + ...
Feb 27, 2022•1 hr 6 min
This week I sit down with one of our newest members Dr. Yasmin Mohseni AKA Dr. Yas. Yasmin is an Immunologist with a Ph.D. to her name and has a unique perspective and insight into the pandemic, vaccination, mandates, and protocols. She is also been able to witness firsthand the difference between how things are done in the U. S vs her native U.K. After so much controversy, confusion and debate Dr. Yasmin has found purpose in sharing what she has learned and has been openly offering free informa...
Feb 20, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Where does your food come from? Why is it important? What don’t you know about the food you are buying and consuming? We cover so much in this podcast. Elana is one of the most in-demand personal chefs working in LA today and she is extremely passionate about the quality of food she serves. She buys from farmers she knows and cooks in a way that best serves the health of her clients. I guarantee you need to listen to this podcast and I also guarantee that you will never drink Oat Milk again once...
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr
This week is said down with Janes Grundler and Anna Maguire to discuss their recent participation in the Wodapalooza fitness festival. We find out how James went from Rock n roll star to masters athlete and how our very own coach Anna Maguire is forging her way to compete at the highest level in the sport of CrossFit. We talk preparation, aftermath, and logistics of all the events, as well as the future of the sport Connect with James, Anna, Piet, and Pharos James Instagram Anna's Instagram Piet...
Jan 23, 2022•1 hr 3 min
t’s the end of the first week of the 2022 Limitless Challenge and we wanted to highlight some tips that may be of use. We go over 10 game changers that can be the difference between a successful journey and a frustrating one! Hunger is dehydration in disguise Hard to get enough protein Don’t overcomplicate things Live your challenge. Do not compare. The lessons you learn will be your own Define your nonnegotiables Find your PAC Start your Day with one positive action. The rest will follow Don’t ...
Jan 16, 2022•54 min
Jason Hazard is the writer, director, and producer of the new American satire “Die Surely”. He is also an OG member of the PHAROS Athletic Club. After a career in PR and Journalism, he has realized his dream as a scriptwriter and movie maker. We talk about his journey, how he made it happen, the community that helped make it happen, and the complexities, contradictions, and confusions of the pandemic that contribute to the tone and humor of his work. This was a fantastic conversation drawing on ...
Dec 19, 2021•1 hr 11 min
This week Emylee and I look forward to the PAC Limitless Challenge. After 10 Challenges over the years, we have been refining the process to improve the result. This January we will be offering our best to date! Tune in for a glimpse of what we will be on the menu! Connect with Pharos and The Limitless Challenge Sign Up Here Piet's Instagram Emylee's Instagram Pharos Instagram Pharos Mountain Lodge Instagram Website Welcome to the Pharos Fit Podcast. Please make sure you subscribe wherever you a...
Dec 06, 2021•16 min
One of my favorite podcasts of all time today with Carrie from Richards Grassfed Beef. Carrie owns and runs a 5 generation ranch in NorCal that has returned exclusively to Regenerative Farming. I don’t get “star-struck “ often but I am humbled and marveled by what Carrie, her family and everyone involved with the project are doing … for the welfare of the animals, for the planet, for the health of us humans, and for the future of the farming community. The podcast will be launched this weekend. ...
Nov 22, 2021•1 hr 8 min
This week Brandon and I sit down and discuss navigating the holidays. It can be hard to stay on track with a lot of obstacles and temptations but we have 10 tips that will help you! It’s the season of giving so give yourself a chance! Enjoy and post your recommendations and questions below! Connect with Piet and Pharos Piet's Instagram Pharos Instagram Pharos Mountain Lodge Instagram Website Sign Up Here Welcome to the Pharos Fit Podcast. Please make sure you subscribe wherever you are listening...
Nov 01, 2021•53 min
How should you train a client through pregnancy and postpartum? What are the myths, solutions, and things to be aware of? What is enough and where is the line to too much? This week I sit down with Emylee Covell and go deep into these topics. A must-listen for all coaches who at some point will undoubtedly encounter this situation or for anyone who is concerned about training through this important time in their lives! Connect with Emylee and Pharos Emylee's Instagram Pharos Instagram Pharos Mou...
Nov 01, 2021•57 min
This week I sit down with 3 time CrossFit Games Masters Athlete Leka Fineman. We talk in-depth about her fitness journey; her experiences, her challenges, and the complexities of competing at a high level in your 40s and 50s when you have a full-time job and kids. Her story is both inspirational and very real and a valuable lesson in what can be done if you have a strong enough WHY and a bold enough attitude. Leka’s passion is now to help women who are entering “the next phase” of their lives. S...
Oct 11, 2021•48 min
This week I sit down with my favorite Bodybuilder and good friend IFBB Pro Jon De la Rosa. We discuss the sport, the lessons it teaches, the toll it takes, and the importance of self-worth. Jon is genuinely one of the nicest guys I know and his outlook on life, his personality and his purpose brings a special and unique insight into a bodybuilder's journey. I loved recording this podcast with him and I know you guys will be fascinated by what he has to say because the lessons he teaches are far ...
Oct 03, 2021•41 min
This week Brandon and I sit down for a catch-up and talk about progress and developments at Pharos Athletic Club and Pharos Mountain Lodge. A lot has happened in the past few weeks and we have a lot on the horizon. Welcome back to the PHAROS FIT PODCAST! Connect with Piet and Pharos Piet's Instagram Pharos Instagram Pharos Mountain Lodge Instagram Website Sign Up Here Welcome to the Pharos Fit Podcast. Please make sure you subscribe wherever you are listening to this show and if you loved this s...
Oct 03, 2021•29 min
This week I sit down with two remarkable women, the Operations Manager of PHAROS Athletic Club, Laura Hood, and International Model Brianna Marquez. They have very different lives but are both incredibly busy women who manage to juggle fitness, business, travel, and motherhood. They have also both dealt with and learned to manage expectations, preconceived ideas of “how a woman should look”, “how are women should eat” social bullying, constant judgment, and the general demands that life has thro...
Aug 01, 2021•1 hr 2 min
This week I sit down with Joshua Al-chamaa and discuss his incredible CF journey that recently saw him crowned “The Fittest in Britain”. What does it take to be an athlete on this level? What have the struggles been and what does the future hold for an aspiring CrossFit Athlete. Found out all this and more in this great episode! Connect with Josh, Piet, Pharos, and The Pharos Mountain Lodge Josh's Instagram Piet's Instagram Pharos Instagram Pharos Mountain Lodge Instagram Website Sign Up Here We...
Jul 25, 2021•46 min
This week Brandon and I flip last week's podcast and talk about the opposite agenda: Eating for Growth. Many of you out there struggle to put on size; genetics plays a big part but are you eating and training in correlation with your goals? Some stuff in this week's episode may be of use to you .. Enjoy and if you are trying to get bigger you should be eating while you listen ;) Connect with Piet and Pharos Piet's Instagram Pharos Instagram Pharos Mountain Lodge Instagram Website Sign Up Here We...
Jul 18, 2021•59 min
This week we talk about cutting. When you are trying to lose as much fat as possible in a specific time period without losing muscle tissue (and thus slowing metabolic rate) there’s a lot to consider. We discuss principles, over-arching purpose, and methods by which to achieve them. Some things we add, some things we take away … we must be clever about both. Enjoy! Connect with Piet and Pharos Piet's Instagram Pharos Instagram Pharos Mountain Lodge Instagram Website Sign Up Here Welcome to the P...
Jul 11, 2021•45 min
On this 4th of July, we sit down and talk about the development of the PHAROS Mountain Lodge and recap Brandon’s trip to Iceland. We also talk about the recent transformation of Joe P as he went through a 20lb + cut in 9 weeks. Finally, we take a moment to acknowledge hope, promise, and the commitment to following your dreams. It was a mixed bag but this turned into a great podcast. Hope you guys enjoy and have a wonderful 4th of July! Connect with Piet and Pharos Piet's Instagram Pharos Instagr...
Jul 04, 2021•44 min
Welcome to the PHAROS Mountain Lodge Over the past few months, we have been working on creating something special. Most business owners will tell you that you have to find ways to grow and after a year in “survival mode”, Emylee and I had to do something creatively … for our mindset, for our community, and for our family. Today we talk about what it is, what we will be offering, and who you should come to visit the PHAROS Mountain Lodge Connect with Piet and Pharos Emylee's Instagram Piet's Inst...
Jun 27, 2021•23 min
In the final episode of “origins and how the fuck I got here”, Piete brings us up to date. From the beginnings of PHAROS, the building of a great community, expansions, the pandemic all the way to the present with a look toward the future. All roads led to this point ….. Connect with Piet and Pharos Piet's Instagram Pharos Instagram Pharos Mountain Lodge Instagram Website Sign Up Here Welcome to the Pharos Fit Podcast. Please make sure you subscribe wherever you are listening to this show and if...
Jun 20, 2021•54 min
Part 2 of Origins Dreams and How the Fuck I Got Here. In this episode, I talk about the early days of Gym Jones, CrossFit, my experiences with both, and how that eventually led to my time working in Hollywood. Til the day I die, I will never say the words “celebrity trainer” and don’t expect any gossip … just an honest account of my experience, how it happened, and what it eventually led to. There are a few things I forgot to mention but I’ll save those for another day. Thanks for tuning in and ...
Jun 13, 2021•53 min
There are points in your life where it’s natural to take stock. You find yourself wondering how you arrived at this place and why you make the decisions you do. For me at least, by the time I was in my forties, it felt like I’d lived several different lives ... so many different places, different people, different desires. But ultimately of course every day and every decision led to this very moment. You are a product of every experience you have had, every mistake you have made, and every high ...
Jun 06, 2021•42 min
This week I sit down with Emylee on the 3rd anniversary of her diagnosis of rhabdomyolysis and talk about her recovery - both physically and mentally. We cover what the condition is, how to avoid it, how to recover from it, and how Emylee learned valuable lessons from the experience. We also delve into training through pregnancy (which happened one year after) and how she has rebuilt her body over the last 18 months. Some excellent information here guys. Enjoy! Connect with Piet and Emylee Emyle...
May 23, 2021•51 min
In this episode I sit down with Brandon, Alena, and Max and work our way through the lies we were told as kids .... what we should eat, how we should train, and why we should refrain from sexual indulgences. Fun episode with some eye-openers! Enjoy! Connect with Piet and Pharos Piet's Instagram Pharos Instagram Pharos Mountain Lodge Instagram Website Sign Up Here Welcome to the Pharos Fit Podcast. Please make sure you subscribe wherever you are listening to this show and if you loved this show p...
May 16, 2021•1 hr 2 min
