This week we talk about my favorite subject: programming. Gyms have evolved in the last 20 years and programming has had to evolve with that change. I look at depth in to this evolution and the what, why and how behind PHAROS programming. This is a great one for anyone who wants to understand the method and meaning behind their training and where it fits in the context of training history. Enjoy, like, share and all the good stuff! Welcome to the Pac, please make sure you subscribe wherever you ...
Feb 07, 2024•41 min•Season 2Ep. 96
This week in PAC Talk I sit down with 6 x Crossfit Games Athlete Bethany Flores. After a life time competing in sports ranging from long distance running to bodybuilding to Triathlons to Crossfit, Bethany has a uniquely wise and vastly experience take on a high performance lifestyle. We talk all things training, nutrition, mindset, recovery strategies and more. This is a fantastic podcast featuring someone who has faced and overcome a lot of adversity, Bethany gives us insight in to the life of ...
Jan 29, 2024•57 min•Season 2Ep. 95
Step into the captivating world of Dan Crowdus, a Pharos Member and ADHD coach whose mission it is to give others with ADHD the tools they need live a healthy and fulfilled life. Join him as he navigates the challenges of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder with his concise yet powerful words, providing unique insights and strategies for managing ADHD while embracing physical fitness. Through captivating stories and practical tips, this podcast empowers listeners to harness their inner stre...
May 21, 2023•53 min•Ep. 94
This week I sit down with Jack Wellborn and Sayuri Yoshimura. We dive in to some important conversations about nutrition, gut health and longevity. Both Jack and Sayuri are well versed and highly experienced in this field both personally and with their clients. Their knowledge and passion for the subject will be a great addition to the Fuel Plan at Pharos. Great listen for anyone who feels they need to tighten up on their diet or that struggles with any kind of gut issues, bloating etc … Enjoy! ...
Apr 18, 2023•50 min•Ep. 93
Robin is the director of The Barbell Club at PHAROS Athletic Club. Having survived cancer at a young age she set out to become one of the top Weightlifting Coaches in the industry and she is well on her way, having now coached multiple athletes through meets and to medals. We talk all things lifting, programming, motivation, and life. She is leading our upcoming first ever olympic weightlifting meet at the club. Great listen for anyone interested in weightlifting, looking for inspiration, or jus...
Mar 28, 2023•45 min•Ep. 92
This week I sit down with therapist, author, mother and entrepreneur Vanessa Bennett. We talk about her road to therapy, finding meaning, the relationship between fitness and mental health, the importance of being physical with your partner, juggling parenthood and business, her book “It’s Not You, It’s Me” (co written with John Kim) and her retreat work. You can find Vanessa on Instagram @vanessabennett and her book is available at all good book places. She puts out a lot of great content! Enjo...
Mar 13, 2023•59 min•Ep. 91
Welcome back to the rewind podcast series, going back over our favorite podcasts over the years. This podcast is on what I call high-performance hypertrophy. This came about from my love of bodybuilding and CrossFit, wanting to get the best of both worlds, build muscle, look good, feel good, and still feel capable and athletic while still focusing on some aesthetic stuff. So I basically combined a lot of bodybuilding exercises with a lot of CrossFit-type exercises, and it basically evolved into ...
Feb 26, 2023•40 min
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...
Feb 19, 2023•1 hr
Welcome back to the Pharaohs Fit podcast as part of our Fast Rewind series. This next podcast is with Ryan Russell. It is Super Bowl weekend. So I want to take it back to our own very own NFL superstar, Ryan Russell, a.k.a Big Russ, who's been at Pharos Athletic Club for a long time. He has a new book coming out called Yards Between Us, a memoir of Life, Love, and Football. Ryan Russell is NFL Defensive End and Writer from Buffalo, who grew up in Texas, and played College at Purdue, signing with...
Feb 12, 2023•51 min
Pharos Fit Rewind #3 - Train to Avoid Pain This next podcast is trying to avoid pain with Emylee Covell, who is an expert in all things prehab, rehab, and mobility. We talk about assessing, position activation, ranges of motion, and adhesion. We want people to stay as healthy as possible for as long as possible. It's not just about breaking the body down all the time with exercise. It's about building the body up and being smart as well as hard. Feeling pain doesn’t mean your body has failed. In...
Feb 05, 2023•36 min
This is episode two of our Pharos Rewind series. This is the second podcast we ever did and goes into the 7 pillars of Pharos Athletic Club. We developed these pillars to really cement our vision, our purpose, our goals, and what we stand for at Pharos Athletic Club. I think every company should develop pillars like these. It really reminds us who we are and what we want to do. It sets the foundation for the company and as we move forward with any forward motion, we always go back to these pilla...
Jan 22, 2023•35 min
Pharos Fit Rewind! Emylee and I are going to have another baby and were about to go on maternity leave. During this time, we wanted to take this opportunity to introduce you to some of our older podcasts from way back in the beginning. And this first episode with Emylee, Jeff, and myself, we talk about how Pharos Athletic Club came to be. So we hope you enjoy it. What happens when a meathead and a jock start a gym? You end up creating an energetic group environment and programs that undoubtedly ...
Jan 15, 2023•27 min
On today's show, I sit down and talk about the upcoming Limitless Challenge. Going into our 6th year of The Limitless Challenge I believe it is the most comprehensive it has ever been. It gives you the tools the knowledge and the community you need to live a high-performance lifestyle, not just in the weeks ahead, but in the years to come. Learn more here! Connect with Piet and Pharos Join The Limitless Challenge Piet's Instagram Emylee's Instagram Pharos Instagram Pharos Mountain Lodge Instagra...
Jan 08, 2023•20 min
I’ve been fortunate enough to have some badass women on the podcast, and Sarah Williams certainly fits into that category. Photographer, adventurer, explorer, Ice Therapist, and owner of Adventure Fit. Sarah is on a mission to “inspire change through Athletic nature experiences.” In this podcast, we learn what this mission entails, what she is building, and how she is helping people. We talk about ice therapy, isolation, connection, and all the things she has learned about the human condition. Y...
Jan 01, 2023•1 hr 4 min
This week I sit down with John Kim /Aka The Angry Therapist. We talk about his new book “It’s Not Me It’s You” which is his 5th published work, co-written with his partner Vanessa Bennett. We consider our journeys, our similarities, and differences, juggling family and entrepreneurship as well as the complex definitions of modern masculinity and our roles as fathers. John is an old friend so this was fun, after an hour we had only touched the surface so more to come soon! Enjoy Connect with John...
Dec 11, 2022•1 hr 9 min
This week I sit down with the amazing Will Harris from White Oak Pastures. Will is a pioneer in the Regenerative Farming movement and has managed to build something very special in Blufton Georgia; a Carbon Negative Farm that produces some of the highest quality meat on the planet whilst treating the animals as humanely as possible. White Oak Pastures has not only managed to restore the land, but it has also managed to provide jobs and stimulate the economy in Blufton itself, and so restoring a ...
Dec 04, 2022•1 hr 1 min
How do you lose 10lbs of fat in 6 weeks and win the Limitless Challenge? Ashley Kaplin and Andy Doan are here to tell you. We talk about how they achieved success in this latest Challenge. Cooking, eating out, lifestyle, managing work, managing holidays, tracking macros, supplements, obstacles, and more. This is a fantastic listen for anyone looking to improve their body composition or improve their habits. The next Challenge starts in January, this will dramatically improve your chances of a dr...
Nov 13, 2022•51 min
Dr. John Rusin is one of the top fitness experts working in the U.S today. He is a pioneer and expert in functional strength training and has worked with professional athletes from multiple sports. He works to improve both performance and longevity through smart, holistic programming. Through his “Pain-Free Performance Functional Strength Certification, “ John and his team are now educating fitness professionals and enthusiasts all over the world. We are lucky enough to be hosting him on Nov 12/...
Nov 06, 2022•59 min
If you think you are busy then you need to meet. Juliana SunFeylice. Mother, Wife, Regenerative Farmer, Women’s Lead Designer at Olukai, Co-Owner of Jute Mercantile, Horsewoman … this list goes on and on … she is an incredible woman with the strongest of hearts and in this podcast we talk about her drive, her passions her purpose, her reason and how she manages to juggle such a full life. Juliana and her husband Marcus and daughter Antonia are building a Regenerative Farm from scratch, we learn ...
Oct 30, 2022•49 min
Derrick Johnson is the youngest international coach in the history of USA Weightlifting. Along with being a Team USA team member (Sr. Worlds, Jr. Worlds, and University Worlds) and USA Weightlifting’s Developmental Coach of the Year, Derrick is the only coach in the world to have 3 Sr. World team members from 3 different countries (Brazil, Canada, and the US). Derrick has also coached a lifter to the 2012 Olympics (represented Brazil) and is the youngest level 5 coach in USAW history. Derrick al...
Oct 23, 2022•1 hr 23 min
This week Pieter answers questions from Limitless Challengers. Questions and considerations always arise on the Challenge; whether it be nutrition, mindset, workouts, sleep…. Often things you didn’t expect. Themes are often common and repeating and by the time we get to the halfway point, we can use problems and mistakes to navigate a better journey. Great for anyone trying to go through a transformation, get healthier and happier, or of course try to win The Challenge itself! Enjoy Connect with...
Oct 16, 2022•44 min
This week we sit down with the new Athletic Director of PHAROS Athletic club Jess Kilts. With over a decade of experience in the industry, bi-coastal experience in gyms, multiple Certifications including Strong First and USAW as well as being a competitive Power Lifter and the first Female Strength Coach of Chris Hemsworth’s new company … we had a hell of a lot to talk about !!! Jess’s extensive experience, talent, and hard work ethic have made her an essential part of the fabric of the club and...
Oct 09, 2022•59 min
This week we sit down and discuss Strength Training, Nutrition, Strategy, and Mindset with Pre and Post-Natal specialist Cynthia Velazquez. Cynthia has transitioned from Crossfitter to Personal Trainer to Doula and her new “Built For Birthing “ program helps women through a healthy and successful birth and beyond. This is a must-listen for anyone who is, has, or may in the future go through this experience, or anyone looking to help others in this field. Enjoy and please place any questions in t...
Oct 02, 2022•1 hr
This week I sit down with our new Rock Star Coach Sayuri Yoshimura. Competitive Weightlifters, Nutritionists to Professional Fighters, and Physical Therapist, to say Sayuri is multi-talented is a huge understatement. In this podcast, we delve into these subjects, learn Sayuri’s story, discover her passion and find out how she is about to help our members at Pharos Athletic Club in the upcoming Limitless Challenge! Connect with Sayuri, Piet, and Pharos Sayuri's Instagram Sayuri's Website Piet's I...
Sep 18, 2022•49 min
The Posterior Chain (Part 1) If like me you are not genetically gifted with good legs it’s a good idea to train your legs twice a week. Usually, we spend one session focusing more on the quads and the other more on the Hamstrings (you will work both but the emphasis will change ). However, for me, Thursdays are my “hinge”/posterior chain/hamstring day. So I focus on leg curls, Good Mornings, Deadlift Variations, RDLs, Extensions etc. Done right it’s a great exercise, done wrong it’s a trip to th...
Aug 28, 2022•15 min
This week we talk about Recovery. You can’t afford to do the work that you can’t recover from. How often should you train? What kind of training should you do? What helps your recovery rate? Do supplements help? We tackle all this and more in this week's episode. Hit me up with your questions and 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 ...
Aug 21, 2022•22 min
Your metabolism never stops, even when your body is at rest. It constantly provides energy for basic body functions, such as: Breathing. Circulating blood. Digesting food. Growing and repairing cells. Managing hormone levels. Regulating body temperature. In today's podcast, we will be exploring what your metabolism does, your BMR (Base Metabolic Rate), how your body uses its energy when in motion and when resting, and the difference between a slow and fast metabolism. Enjoy this episode and conn...
Aug 14, 2022•11 min
This week Emylee and I sit down and discuss the logistics of training and eating when you travel plus managing family time with personal space. With a new baby on the way, a new gym to build, two growing communities, and a growing team there’s so much to think about, plan for, and manage. It’s easy to get buried if you don’t take care of yourself. We hit the road for perspective, adventure and clarity . Connect with Piet and Pharos Piet's Instagram Pharos Instagram Pharos Mountain Lodge Instagra...
Aug 07, 2022•56 min
This week we sit down with Ian Markow of Markow Training Systems. Ian is a specialist in Mobility, Breathing, and Movement. He is one of the world's best at integrating these disciplines with Strength Training for Athletes and the general population to build superior humans. Emylee and I sit down with Ian to figure out the why, the how, and the what’s next in this field. A great resource for anyone interested in moving better, being resistant to injury and living a long and strong life. Enjoy! C...
Jul 17, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Private chef Elana Brooks returns to the Pharos Fit 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. As a private chef, Elana Brooks takes the utmost care in making sure all of her client's desires are met. She prides herself in discretion and takes necessary measures to make sure all of her clients' privacy is respected. Elana is meticulous about culinary details, and fundamental techniques and b...
Jul 03, 2022•1 hr 3 min
