- 31: Leaving Teaching to Run Thriving Lives Full-Time
Today we discuss Marcus' story in building TLF while working a full-time teaching job and breaking down the decision to leave in order to focus on Thriving Lives Fitness.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
36m | May 22, 2023 - 30: FAD DIETS
Today we discuss FAD DIETS and why the are detrimental to your health and weight loss journey.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
31m | May 15, 2023 - 29: Metabolic Resistance
Today we discuss Metabolic Resistance. Why continuing to eat less while doing more isn't always the answer.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
44m | May 1, 2023 - 28: Life Update
Today we SHARE HUGE NEWS and talk about life updates.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
48m | Apr 24, 2023 - 27: Pre-Workout
Today we discuss the best Pre-Workout Supplements, pre-workout meal, what to look for and what to avoid.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
25m | Apr 10, 2023 - 26: 100+lb Weight Loss Journey with Holly Blankenship
Today we interview Holly Blankenship and discuss her 100+ lb weight loss journey - the ups, the downs and everything in between!
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
1h 16m | Apr 3, 2023 - 25: Who Needs Rest Days?
Today we discuss the importance of REST DAYS.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
31m | Mar 27, 2023 - 24: Time, Health or Money?
Today we ask you a question. List these 3 items in order of greatest importance in your life: Time Freedom, Money Freedom or Health.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
35m | Mar 20, 2023 - 23: Mr. Big Biscuit, Chad Offerdahl
Episode 23 - Owner of Kansas City's own, Big Biscuit, Chad Offerdahl
Today we interviewed Chad Offerdahl talking about how he got started with Big Biscuit, entrepreneurship; and the impact that fitness and focusing on health has had on Chad's confidence, self growth, business growth, and what it means for his family.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
1h 16m | Mar 6, 2023 - 22: Q&A
Today we answer various questions that were submitted to us. Plus a fun bonus question at the end.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
50m | Feb 27, 2023 - 21: Bulking
Episode 21 - Bulking
Today we discuss when/what/why/how around Bulking.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
41m | Feb 20, 2023 - 20: Guests - Jeff Wasserman & Kyle Comes, Owners of Supplement Superstores
Episode 20 - Jeff Wasserman & Kyle Comes, Owners of Supplement Superstores
Today we host our first guests who lead us through their individual journeys and journey as partners. We talk about balancing the entrepreneur hustle & quality time with family. These guys are building something very special with Supplement Superstores with unmatched community outreach and care for every person they have the opportunity to help.
Supplement Superstores have 8 locations across Kansas City and are continuing to expand. You can find Jeff, Kyle and S2 here:
IG: @jeff_wasserman @kcomes316 @s2faction
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
1h 52m | Feb 14, 2023 - 19: Reverse Dieting
Episode 19 - Reverse Dieting
Today we chat about Reverse Dieting - when you should, who should, how to shape your mindset prior to reverse dieting, and ways to screw it up. This is the diet after the diet and it's one of the MOST important aspects of dieting that you have been MISSING and it's why most people lose weight, gain it all back, or feel like they have to live on minimal calories.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/food-fitness-family/id1646815903
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dg4aQk6xSV1uGEq66OKX6?si=e72746aa3b7b41ac
YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCAh_y4J81ktn4TnRyL4BumQ
33m | Feb 6, 2023 - 18: How to Setup a Diet Plan
Episode 18 - How to Setup a Diet Plan
Today we chat about the process we go through when setting up diet plans. How, why and when to customize various aspects of a diet plan and considerations that need to made. Communication with our clients, listening to their goals and needs but also balancing those out with where they truly are and deciding the best path to take to get them to their desired goals.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/food-fitness-family/id1646815903
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dg4aQk6xSV1uGEq66OKX6?si=e72746aa3b7b41ac
YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCAh_y4J81ktn4TnRyL4BumQ
35m | Jan 30, 2023 - 17: Kicking Off 2023
Episode 17 - Kicking Off 2023
After lots of travel for the two of us, we kick off our 2023 sharing about our New Years, the first few weeks of the year so far, how our personal diets/lifestyles have been along with how our clients have done over the last few months of holidays. Regardless how the last few months have gone for you, we are here now and ready to ROCK!
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/food-fitness-family/id1646815903
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dg4aQk6xSV1uGEq66OKX6?si=e72746aa3b7b41ac
YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCAh_y4J81ktn4TnRyL4BumQ
19m | Jan 23, 2023 - 16: Living Intentionally VS Living in Survival Mode
Episode 16 - Living Intentionally VS Living in Survival Mode
In todays HIGH stress world with busy lives, if you aren't planning ahead, be proactive with your lifestyle choices and scheduling then are sure to either fail or add stress to your life and most often, both will happen if you are not living intentionally. Stay away from survival mode!
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/food-fitness-family/id1646815903
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dg4aQk6xSV1uGEq66OKX6?si=e72746aa3b7b41ac
YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCAh_y4J81ktn4TnRyL4BumQ
15m | Jan 16, 2023 - 15: Setting Boundaries
Episode 15 - Setting Boundaries
Do you have a tough time saying "NO" to people? Do you find yourself sacrificing your own wants and needs for others? Today we talk about setting BOUNDARIES in various ways to keep you from burning out, enjoying life, and conserving your emotional energy.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
12m | Jan 9, 2023 - 14: How to Be a Better Client
Episode 14 - How to Be a Better Client
What kind of client are you? What are your strengths and weaknesses as a client? Or maybe you've never had a coach before - if not, this will be a good guide as to what to avoid as a client and how to be a better client which will only help you achieve better results.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/food-fitness-family/id1646815903
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dg4aQk6xSV1uGEq66OKX6?si=e72746aa3b7b41ac
YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCAh_y4J81ktn4TnRyL4BumQ
39m | Jan 2, 2023 - 13: Feeling Empowered by Taking Action
Episode 13 - Feeling Empowered by Taking Action
Do you believe in yourself? Do you believe that you WILL conquer your goals? Today we talk about the importance of EMPOWERING yourself by taking action in your life in ways that fuel you, that make you feel good about yourself and how those small actions help you build momentum.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
22m | Dec 26, 2022 - 12: New Years Resolutions
Episode 12 - New Years Resolutions
Today we sit down to talk about New Years Resolutions: why people fail their resolutions, how to set attainable goals, what kinds of goals you should be setting, daily actionable steps to reach your goals.
What is Food, Fitness & Family?
Two Coaches sit down weekly to discuss all things Food, Fitness & Family. In depth conversations on nutrition, exercise, and how to prioritize both your health and family life. Balance is essential in life and we aim to guide you in your journey.
Marcus Gates, owner of Thriving Lives Fitness, LLC: Online Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching and Personal Training.
IG: @thrivinglivesfitness
Caleb Blankenship, owner of Blankslate Fitness & Body Shop Gym and Personal Training.
IG: @blankslatefitness_91 & @bodyshopgymandtraining
APPLE Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/food-fitness-family/id1646815903
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dg4aQk6xSV1uGEq66OKX6?si=e72746aa3b7b41ac
YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCAh_y4J81ktn4TnRyL4BumQ
33m | Dec 12, 2022
