692: Josiah Novak of The Fitman Project Podcast

In this episode Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Josiah Novak of The Fitman Project Podcast. Josiah began as a fan of Mind Pump and in addition to hosting a successful podcast, he is growing his fitness business and authority. Josiah has a very interesting backstory. Raised with a physically abusive father he has been able to break the cycle and channel that experience into a message that inspires and transforms others. This episode is a must listen. You can find Josiah at: The Fitman Project www.thetruetransformation.com @josiahfitness Is there such a thing as the “Man Cold?” The guys speculate. (5:40) The guys crush over Tom Brady and talk Super Bowl matchup. (9:12) Podcasting the new business card to get you in the door. Josiah explains how his podcast has introduced him to brilliant minds and has grown being only a year old. (11:36) Does he prefer to interview or the interviewee? Josiah explains the challenge of both. (16:32) The crisis of masculinity? What does it mean to be a man? With the recent events that have happened is the pendulum swinging? The guys go into a deep discussion on this topic. (21:23) How growing up with an alcoholic/abusive father shaped Josiah into the man he is today. He explains how the gym became his safe zone. (27:30) Wanting to leave a legacy for his kids. How fitness has become his mission based on his childhood. (31:57) Josiah explains how his siblings became islands. What kind of relationship do they have today? (34:55) Practicing patience. How fatherhood has tested and challenged him. (39:20) Work/life balance. How does he manage travel/business with a family? (47:46) Affirmations are everything for him. Josiah explains the dynamic between himself and his wife. He shares his relationship hacks. (54:11) How can you be a better human being? He explains his growth through his experiences and how he has become more self-aware. (1:07:45) What guests have made the biggest impact on him? (1:12:42) The social media impact. What value does he place on followers vs. content? (1:14:00) Transparency is king. How he sees his podcast in the future. (1:21:35) Have that commitment. What challenges does he see in the future? Who has been the hire to his team that has changed his business? (1:26:15) Links/Products Mentioned: Why Men Are Much Worse At Being Sick Than Women Man flu could be real after all, scientists say Ep 635-Ryan Michler of the Order of Man Podcast - Mind Pump Media The female brain reacts more strongly to prosocial behavior than the male brain, study finds The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts - Gary Chapman (book) Jordan B. Peterson on 12 Rules for Life (YouTube) Featured Guest/People Mentioned: The True Transformation Josiah Novak (@josiahfitness)  Instagram Josiah Novak (@JosiahDNovak)  Twitter Fit Man Project Tom Brady (@tombrady)  Instagram Carson Wentz (@cj_wentz)  Twitter Michael Matthews (@muscleforlife)  Twitter Ryan Michler (@ryanmichler)  Twitter Vince Del Monte (@vincedelmonte)  Instagram Anthony Trucks (@AnthonyTrucks) Twitter Dr. Adrian Chavez – Functional Medicine Practitioner Would you like to be coached by Sal, Adam & Justin? You can get 30 days of virtual coaching from them for FREE at www.mindpumpmedia.com. Get our newest program, MAPS Prime Pro, which shows you how to self assess and correct muscle recruitment patterns that cause pain and impede performance and gains. Get it at www.mindpumpmedia.com! 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