Archive - Resilient Is A Choice In The Face Of Adversity With Omar "Crispy" Avila

Today, I'm sitting down with Jordan Syatt, a world-record powerlifter and expert trainer for losing fat and building muscle. In this episode, we didn't just scratch the surface-we went deep, got practical, and covered a lot of ground in between. Our discussion on eating habits and disorders, particularly the impact of binge eating and succumbing to social media influence, will equip you with actionable advice. We also explored how the habits we form today can set the trajectory for our future and the impact this can have on our families. It was an inspiring conversation, and I'm excited for this episode to equip you further on your health and fitness journey. Save 10% at BPN Supps: https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow for more:  IG: instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Keep up with Jordan:IG: instagram.com/syattfitness/ Topics: 0:00 Intro 1:00 Welcome 2:36 Jordan’s blood sugar experiment 12:05 Do blood sugar spikes affect energy? 14:52 Portion sizing 18:41 Unhealthy relationships with fitness and nutrition 22:49 The breaking points 26:42 Binging and eating disorders 33:34 Don’t get caught up in the quick fixes 38:18 What brand is to you 42:28 What we do now sets the foundation for later 48:07 Tomorrow isn’t a guarantee 54:47 Balancing work, friends, family, fitness and sleep 1:02:40 Creating a healthy environment for your kids 1:12:52 Setting the trajectory for your family 1:18:28 What are you building? 1:24:35 The line between ambition and contentment 1:31:17 Being present for the moments

1 Juli 20241h 38min

Today, Hope and Tony are joining me to relive the adventure of BPN's 50-mile overnight ultra. This race truly embodied who we are as a brand—a gritty race where runners are challenged to hold the standard. Not only were the runners unaware of the course or location until the day of, but we also had to contend with loose bulls, rugged terrain, and a significant course change just an hour before the race started. This race was another milestone in shaping the BPN brand that I and the BPN community will never forget. Save 10% at BPN Supps: https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow for more:  IG: instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Topics: 0:00 Intro 1:30 Welcome 3:26 Hosting the race on a working cattle ranch 10:12 How to race came to be 18:45 Designing a race for the committed 25:43 The concerns involved 30:24 Starting the race 39:34 Mapping the course 51:49 Marking the course 56:34 The hardest events to plan 59:24 Building a brand in drops 1:03:22 Medals for the finishers 1:06:14 Hope & Tony’s history at BPN 1:19:34 The confidence-boosting moments 1:23:24 Growing through failure

24 Juni 20241h 30min

This week's podcast guest is CrossFit champion Jason Khalipa. Jason inspires through his fitness achievements and the wisdom he has accumulated as a father, business owner, and community member. This episode discussed fatherhood and what it means to show up, protect, and provide for your family. We also discussed how to maintain momentum in your daily life and how work ethic is caught rather than taught. Jason's perspective is truly inspiring, and I am excited for you to hear his wisdom and apply it to your life. Save 10% at BPN Supps: https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow for more:  IG: instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Keep up with Jason:IG: instagram.com/jasonkhalipa/ Topics: 0:00 Intro 1:23 Welcome 8:29 Jason’s training background 11:14 Jason’s career in Crossfit 12:54 Forms of education 20:04 Surrounding yourself with mentors 24:32 Navigating fitness and career with family 36:17 Work ethic is caught, not taught 40:14 Train, protect, provide 51:43 Jason’s fitness goals 54:31 Never let your momentum get to zero 1:00:17 Putting points on the scoreboard 1:07:02 Avoiding the echo chamber 1:13:04 Sustainable nutrition 1:19:11 Daily fueling and nutrition 1:27:26 Maintaining movement

17 Juni 20241h 32min

In today's podcast, I am sitting down with my friend and legendary ultra runner, Sally McRae. Sally most recently won the Moab 240 after completing the "Grand Slam of 200s." She's admired for her mental fortitude, hardcore training tactics, and ability to push through extreme discomfort. Whenever I have the opportunity to talk with Sally,  it is not only insightful but also uplifting. I'm sure you will feel the same after listening. Save 10% at BPN Supps: https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow for more:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Keep up with Sally:IG: https://www.instagram.com/yellowrunner/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength Topics: 0:00 Intro 1:19 Welcome 1:56 Sally’s Go Gel launch 6:21 Sally gearing up for Western States 15:23 Being patient in your weakness 30:10 What are you going to focus on? 40:23 A champion mindset 50:54 Hyperfocusing on detail during training 1:03:40 Setting boundaries 1:16:44 Keeping belief through failure 1:34:07 Pacing Sally at Western States 1:35:57 Inspiring through content

10 Juni 20241h 41min

In this week's episode, I am excited to welcome world champion powerlifter Russel Orhii. Russ was the first athlete I ever signed, and he truly embodies the DNA and culture of BPN. His incredible work ethic and commitment to authenticity are revolutionizing the sport of powerlifting. During our conversation, we covered everything from training tips to the culture of his sport and the sacrifices required to achieve greatness. This is an inspiring and informative conversation you won't want to miss. Save 10% at BPN Supps: https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow for more:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Keep up with Russ:IG: https://www.instagram.com/russwole/ Topics: 0:00 Intro 1:04 Welcome 2:45 Being hyper-focused 7:22 There’s no blueprint 11:37 How Russel starting lifting 15:01 The athlete mentality 18:30 Why powerlifting has stayed so niche 22:44 Capturing content in the fitness space 24:44 Preparing for the powerlifting championship 28:04 Tips for traveling to competitions 35:02 Cutting weight before competitions 38:59 Eating and hydrating for races and competitions 45:49 There’s no room for pride while running an ultra 49:58 Gaining inspiration to be great 55:59 Mental preparation for performance 59:07 Sacrificing for the end goal 1:02:34 Taking your craft seriously 1:05:33 Building community 1:14:04 Russ being the first BPN athlete

3 Juni 20241h 19min

This week, I am excited to have Layne Norton with me on the podcast. Layne has been a huge inspiration and a source of knowledge since my health and fitness journey began. After years of study and research, he obtained a PhD in nutritional sciences, and his extensive knowledge is evident in our conversation. We'll be delving into topics ranging from the science and psychology of pain to navigating misinformation to the science behind our eating habits. You're bound to come away from this episode smarter than before. Save 10% at BPN Supps: https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow for more:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Keep up with Layne:IG: https://www.instagram.com/biolayne/ Topics: 0:00 Intro 0:47 Welcome 5:13 The science of pain 19:21 Injuries during training tapers 25:13 Consistency is an equalizer 36:34 Mechanistic studies 46:51 Do the research 54:51 Identifying who an expert is 59:06 Why we’re addicted to negativity 1:04:41 Managing the misinformation 1:15:47 Types of testing and research 1:25:10 Intermittent fasting 1:39:37 Eating habits 1:32:21 Cell autophagy and fasting 1:36:40 Blood sugar levels 1:45:04 Eating frequency 1:48:48 Tracking serving sizes 1:54:34 Stepping over rocks to pick up pebbles 2:10:00 Deadlifting

27 Maj 20242h 23min

In this episode, I'm sharing a new installment in the "Founder's Journey" series about starting from zero. Humble beginnings are nothing to be ashamed of. I started my business in the spare room of my parent's house after taking a $20,000 loan from USAA. This episode will give you a peek behind the curtain of where I started and how I've grown personally and in business to inspire you to take the first step. Save 10% at BPN Supps: https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow for more:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Topics: 0:00 Intro 1:45 Welcome 8:43 The beginnings of BPN in 2012 21:47 How being a father shaped my perspective 28:37 Starting my business with a USAA loan 36:29 You just have to get started 40:54 My operation in the beginning 50:57 How I launched BPN 58:47 Don’t be intimidated to start from zero 1:05:47 Attracting the right people 1:14:23 Ways I’ve grown

20 Maj 20241h 16min

In this week's episode, I welcome a guest: my good friend and world-renowned chef, Dan Churchill. As the executive chef at The Osprey in Brooklyn, Dan has gained insight and experience at not only curating incredible dining experiences but also creating dishes that fuel and serve your body well. There's a lot to consider when we think about our eating habits - how they affect our performance, our gut health, and even the effect that stress levels have on our metabolism. Dan is a fantastic resource on this topic, and this conversation is hugely insightful on eating for performance. Save 10% at BPN Supps: https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow for more:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Keep up with Dan: IG: https://www.intagram.com/dan_churchill Dan’s book: http://www.danchurchill.com/pre-order-book Topics: 0:00 Intro 0:23 Welcome 3:08 Trust your gut 9:42 Data vs intuition 17:50 Eating like a legend 20:28 How your brain affects your gut 27:05 Eating for performance vs aesthetics  31:27 Approach your diet as an individual 36:32 Food as a tool 40:43 The diet groups 45:53 Planning your fuel 56:32 Dan’s upcoming book 1:05:29 The truth about restaurants 1:12:03 All in instead of all consumed 1:18:24 Binge eating 1:24:10 Feeding your gut’s microbiome 1:28:46 The mechanisms of food

13 Maj 20241h 33min