Thrive Forever Fit With Jay Nixon

My Circle of Mentors  In today's episode, I'm going to share my journey with mentorship. I think some of them will surprise you and make you think about your definition of a mentor.  The truth is, in the moments of life with my first three mentors, I was completely unaware of what mentorship looked or felt like. It wasn't until later in life when I reflected on these relationships that I saw the power of their presence in my life.  #1 My first mentor was my grandfather ~ Floyd Cupp #2 My second mentor was one of my high school coaches ~ Clyde Evatt  #3 My third mentor was one of my bosses early in my professional life ~ Steve Ricks  #4 My fourth mentor was one we've all had ~ Pain and Uncertainty  #5 My fifth mentor tuned about also to be the most important person in the world to me ~ Lori  Mentors #1 through #4 were placed in my life through personal and professional circumstances. Number five was a last-minute trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

The Fragile State Of The Human EGO In today's episode, I will take a deep dive into the human EGO's fragile state and how that leads to overwhelming discomfort and, ultimately, pain. Now we've all heard the statement that your Ego is the Enemy. Ryan Holiday wrote an entire book on the topic. Some of you hippest may even have a t-shirt or have shared a meme stating, "Your ego is not your amigo."  I'm afraid I wholeheartedly have to disagree with that idea.  I believe the EGO is necessary and should serve a vital purpose in our lives.  Now before you call Ryan and tell him, I disagreed with him. Let me explain.  I concur with the concept that an untamed out of control juvenile Ego is your Enemy and will 100% destroy your life without a doubt.  The healthy Ego I'm supporting here is evolved, nurtured, and mature.  Untamed Ego Example: The untamed Ego is like a 6 six year hopped up on frosting and soda that has been released into the ball pit at Chucky Cheese. That joker has

Nutritional Nonsense, Knuckleheads, and Nincompoops DEBUNKED In today's episode, I'm going to shine the spotlight of TRUTH on several nutritional myths, have truths, and blatant lies of the 4.5 Trillion dollar wellness industry. I won't be able to cover them all because that would be a 21-day podcast, and although I have no doubts that you'd listen to all 21 hours, I'd lose my mind and voice. So, today I'm just gonna rant and rage about the ones that are top of mind for me right now. I'd grab a beverage and a comfy seat because this could get a little wild. Here are a few of the highlights and hot topics I cover in this week's show: #1 How they (marketers) get you to believe their pill, potion, or program will work. #pain #2 The crazy lies I see on Facebook promising the ability to "release" 25 pounds in 30 days. #thisaintbassfishing #3 The six weeks to the body of your dreams nonsense. #overwhelmed #confused #4 All the "special" foods you need to eat to lose weight. These are just a few of the topics I touch

You've Got This (My 6 Step Guide For Overcoming Adversity) In today's episode, I'm going to explain why this isn't more than you can handle ~It's just more than you expected. I know it might be hard to believe right now, but I promise it's 100% true. You will, or should I say, you can come out of this uncertainty in a better place than you went in. Will it be easy ~ NO! Will it be worth it ~ YES! The truth is that even some of the strongest put together people I know are in the middle of an identity crisis. Who the hell am I and what the hell am I supposed to do now? This is a common phrase I'm hearing from friends, peers, and connections. So it's not uncommon or weird for you to be feeling this way too. But here's why you're different and why you're going to make it out the other side in a better place. You know this disruption is an opportunity. You may not know exactly what to do, but you know forward is the only way out. You are inspired to take action. You may not know precisely what action to take, but

From Fat Boy To Fit AF In today's episode, I'm going to walk you through my journey from being called a fat boy to being one of the fittest people I know. First, I want you to know that if you're overweight, struggling to lose weight, or simply don't like the way you look and feel, I understand. I don't just understand, I really understand. I know the things you think about and never say. I know how you feel after binge eating the entire bag of chips, cookies, and ice cream. I've done them all too. I also know what it feels like to be shamed and bullied for being fat. I know what it's like to look different, feel different, and be different from everyone else. I get you, and that's why I do what I do. That's why I wrote The Overweight Mind and The Purpose of Pain. That's why I've dedicated my life to fitness. That's why I own a gym and why I've created the most inclusive, understanding, supportive lifestyle transformation program on the planet ~ Thrive Forever Fit. My mission is to help you create a new lifes

The Toxic Truth about the world of nutritional supplements. In today's episode, I'm going to expose the toxic truth about the nutrition supplement products that you take every day.  I started my career in the wellness world over 30 years ago.  I've worked for and with the largest (most powerful) supplement companies on the planet.  So believe me when I tell you I've seen and tried it all.  Here are some of the highlights from this week's show:  #1 Ephedrine changed the nutrition world forever by creating a euphoric epidemic that we are still chasing today.  And O yea, it almost killed me too.  #2 The world of health-damaging stimulants including the ECA Stack, DMAA, and things you've never heard of before.  #3 Why 95% of the supplements on the shelves today are toxic. #4 How I altered my body's pH, damaged my metabolism, and developed the worst headaches known to man in the quest for health and fitness.  #5 This episode is going to open your eyes to the

You're Being Lied To In today's episode, I'm going to expose the lies of the 4.5 Trillion dollar nutrition and fitness industry.  Think about that for a minute.  We spend 4.5 Trillion dollars a year on wellness, and we are the most unhealthy, out of shape, and overweight we've ever been.  And it's only getting worse.  Raise your hand if you're overwhelmed, confused, and feel stuck.  If your hand went up, you're not alone.  And this is EXACTLY where they want you. The more confused you are, the more money they know you will spend.  My goal and the mission of this podcast is to get you off the runaway train and back on solid ground.  You deserve the truth, and that's what I'm here to give you.  If you want to be surrounded by like-minded people seeking real and honest information about their health and wellness, join my free group.  Yes, it's 100% free with no strings attached.  Join the FREE ~ Wellness Lab Launch Pad ~ on Facebook if you'd like

Reigniting The Fire For My Life with Special Guest Amanda Bussiere In today's Super Success Story interview, Amanda is going to share how a chance meeting turned her life from troubled to triumphant. Keep this in mind as you listen to this compelling and moving interview ~ there are no coincidences in life. Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear. *When you get better, life gets better. *How working on her relationship with herself helped her relationship with her hubby. *The importance of being congruent with your words and your actions *You are always one decision away from living the life you've always wanted. I know you're going to enjoy this fantastic interview. Join the FREE ~ Wellness Lab Launch Pad ~ on Facebook if you'd like to connect with me and receive tips, strategies, and information about living your best life. https://www.facebook.com/groups/wellnesslablaunchpad Thanks for listening to the Thrive Forever Fit Show!

Making The Decision That I Am Worth It with Special Guest Tiffany Bowman In today's Super Success Story interview, Tiffany will tell you about all the magical things that have happened in her life since making the declaration that she is worth it. I'm going to keep the show notes short as I don't want to take away from this ultra-powerful interview. Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear. *How she no longer wakes up with anxiety. *Now her whole family is living a healthy, happy lifestyle, yes even hubby. *How stepping into her worth has opened up doors that she felt might be closed forever. *Becoming a cheerleader and support for everyone else has given her power and purpose to keep being her best. I know you're going to enjoy this fantastic interview. Please remember and never forget that you are worth it! Join the FREE ~ Wellness Lab Launch Pad ~ on Facebook if you'd like to connect with me and receive tips, strategies, and information about living your best life. https://www.facebook.com/groups/wellnessla

The Check The Box Mindset In this episode, I will tell you why your "check the box" mentality holds you back from all your success. Checking the box is the equivalent of getting excited about receiving a participation ribbon. Not only is it holding you back, but it creates a damaging false belief that you're doing everything you can. It has become your best and deadliest excuse. Because if you're checking the box and doing everything you "can," then it must be someone else's fault. Let me explain before you get pissed and throw your phone with me on it out the window. But before I do, let me make you a promise. If you listen to this full episode, drop the check the box lifestyle and begin to do things with 100% purpose and passion, your life will change forever. Bold? Yes! True? You bet your sweet ass it's true! Not only have I validated in my own life, I have thousands of clients who have stopped checking boxes and started cashing checks. I know that doesn't make a ton of sense, but it sounded very ballerish

Time Under Tension The purpose to today’s show is to help you get comfortable under tension. Not only is it important that you develop the ability to positively apply tension to your body and brain it is imperative if you desire a life of awesomeness. Your body and your brain are very similar to the respects of how they grow and evolve. Both respond and grow based on Time Under Tension. I will add the caveat that the tension needs to be POSITIVE with regard to the tension. Positive Meaning: Intelligently applied with respect to the weight and intelligently processed with regard to mental tension. You probably avoid tension because you have created the belief that it will create pain or damage. And the truth is you’re correct. Growth, both physical and mental, will be uncomfortable processes. Example: Weights create micro-tears in the muscle. This is how the muscle gets bigger and stronger. The body’s healing response kicks in, and in the process of recovering from the tears, the body builds a new layer of mus

Don’t Step In The Dog Sh*t Today show is designed to help you stay sane amid our current toxic social media-driven madness. I'm going to start with this little thought that will help you the next time you get thoroughly pissed off and write a 27-page response or rebuttal to something you read online. "Getting offended by something posted on social media is like choosing to step in dog shit instead of walking around it." I have a meme saved on my phone. It's a picture of Will Ferrell with a smirk on his face. The caption reads: "Admit it, you sometimes listen to stranger's conversations and think to yourself, "You are a stupid motherf@&ker." This same thought process applies to life on social media. First of all, my goal is NOT to consume nonsense, so I try to stay away from all forms of media, including social. But occasionally, I find myself captivated by the circus that is Facebook. And every time this happens, I leave thinking that exact quote from the Will Ferrell meme and my hope from a better world

4 Steps To Regaining Your Lost Momentum In the week's episode, I discuss why it's 100% normal that you have lost momentum. Plus, I give you a proven four-step strategy for creating positive momentum. You're going to love it. First, let's touch on the four common reasons people lose momentum. 1. Broken Promises: Breaking promises to yourself destroys self-belief and builds negative momentum Chapter 8 of The Overweight Mind is titled "What You Do In The Dark" ~ What you do when no-one is watching either builds or destroys momentum. 2. Lack of Accountability: Who will ever know? You WILL and truth be told that is all that matters because that is what destroys your belief that the process will work. 3. You Don't Believe In Yourself: You've broken promises to yourself so many times that you no longer believe your on BS. 4. It's Too Hard: You have convinced yourself it will be hard, and humans avoid things that we perceive as difficult or hard. Now onto the four-step strategy. 4 Steps To Creating Positive Momentum:

Booby-Trapped In the week's episode, I discuss why the path of least resistance is always booby-trapped. This is true in areas of war and all areas of life. The wish is that that path to success is a straight line. The reality is that the line is rarely straight, and it requires grit and determination and advanced navigating skills. Eco-Challenge ~ Adventure Racing ~ Military ~ YOU Weight Loss: The hack, the quick fix, the fad, the magic pill, or potion ~ the bright shiny object. We know that the only real formula for weight loss or overall quality health is committed consistency to the basics. The basics are boring to most people. And when humans get bored and lazy, they get complacent, and complacency leads to looks for a shortcut or the path of least resistance. In war, this is when you end up dead. Money: The get rich quick scam, the pyramid, the MLM, the gold mine in Arizona that sounds too good to be true. All of the above will leave you broke and jobless. Relationships: The lousy relationship y

Eight Lessons I've Learned In the week's episode, I discuss the eight lessons I’ve learned during my time as a life and transformation coach.  1. There is tremendous variability in individual responses to change. Some clients need to work twice as hard to get half the results. This is not fair, but it's reality.  2. Many know what to do, but fail to execute. Being accountable to a coach, and having an objective eye helps them go from average to excellent.  I think it's essential to define the word "objective" ~ not influenced by personal feelings or opinions in considering and representing facts. 3. It's tough to predict success because it based on 90% mindset and 10% talent. You don't know where a client falls in that equation until they are faced with adversity.  4. Effort trumps talent in the end. I will always place my bet on effort. Talent gets bored and complacent. Effort always has something to prove.  5. Many overestimate the importance of the perfect plan and underestima

Happy Father's Day Mom In the week's episode, I give a massive and long overdue Father's Day shoutout to my MOM and all the other moms that have done the job of both parents on their own. For lack of a better term or phrase, my mom is a badass. The Power Takeaways From This Episode Is Simple: I hope you enjoy this episode as I share some POWERFUL stories about how my mom did the job of both parents and why I wouldn't have wanted it any other way. Thanks, Mom ~ I Love You! Join the FREE ~ Wellness Lab Launch Pad ~ on Facebook if you'd like to connect with me and receive tips, strategies, and information about living your best life. https://www.facebook.com/groups/wellnesslablaunchpad Thanks for listening to the Thrive Forever Fit Show!

One Yard Short  It was 29 years ago, and I remember it like it was yesterday. I remember the exact spot of the field. We are going into the East end zone.  I can still smell that unique odor that you'll only know if you've worn a helmet and shoulder pads. It's more of the smells that to the average person is gross, but to those that know, it's the smell of hard work and dedication.  Cisco 20 ~ Merkel 21 The excitement was building as our coach decided to go for the win instead of the tie.  "We are going for two boys. Let's win this thing." I was excited as I had just scored my third touchdown of the game to bring us one play away from the victory.  I can hear the band firing up the fight song.     I know it's all come down to me.  I can hear Coach Evatt call the play as we all gathered on the sidelines, ready to win.  "36 Belly G Keep" Wait. WHAT did he say keep. Keep meant that they would fake the handoff to me, and Jeff, the QB, would keep the bal

Power Chat With Tommy Baker In the week's episode, my brother Tommy Baker and I dive deep into a cornucopia of topics ranging from BigRick87 too Consistency and how we've handled this current state of the union. Power Takeaways From This Episode: TO DAMN MANY TO LIST! Grab your favorite beverage, something to write on, and saddle up for an hour of knowledge bombs and some laughs. Join the FREE ~ Wellness Lab Launch Pad ~ on Facebook if you'd like to connect with me and receive tips, strategies, and information about living your best life.  https://www.facebook.com/groups/wellnesslablaunchpad Thanks for listening to the Thrive Forever Fit Show!

The Damage of Deprivation In the week's episode, we dive into the damaging effects of deprivation on our mindset. Definition of "deprive of": to take (something) away from (someone or something): to not allow (someone or something) to have or keep (something) Depravation, by definition, means: the damaging lack of material benefits considered to be basic necessities in a society  or the lack or denial of something considered to be a necessity. Power Takeaways From This Episode: 1. We take a look at the damaging psychology effects of being deprived. 2. Show how being deprived can lead to illogical and irrational behavior. (Binge or overeating ~ hoarding of money or as we all know toilet paper). 3. Feeling deprived of essential resources - love, food, money, time - can lead to anxiety or anger. We may obsess about the thing we've been deprived of. Or we may begin to feel that we need to operate in emergency mode. 4. Deprivation creates a scarcity mindset. 5. A scarcity mindse

The Ultimate Hack Let's define the word "hack" before we get started: Hack: use a computer to gain unauthorized access to data in a system. Hacking describes the act of attempting to manipulate outcomes through orchestrated actions. The general function of hacking is to gain access to restricted information or to a physical space without proper permission. In this episode, I'm going share with you why all of your attempts to hack the system are actually causing you more harm than good. And why the only and the ultimate hack is consistency. Consistency Is The Ultimate Hack Join the FREE ~ Wellness Lab Launch Pad ~ on Facebook if you'd like to connect with me and receive tips, strategies, and information about living your best life. https://www.facebook.com/groups/wellnesslablaunchpad/ Thanks for listening to the Thrive Forever Fit Show!