Getting After It

You know what you need to do. You’ve written it down. You’ve scheduled it. You’ve even told yourself it’s important.

But you haven’t done it.

In this solo episode, I confront one of the most pervasive enemies of personal growth: procrastination. But not the surface-level kind. This is the deeper form, the kind that masks itself as perfectionism, fear, or even self-doubt.

Drawing insights from thinkers like Marcus Aurelius, James Clear...

“Getting After It” isn’t just a slogan, it’s how I choose to live.

In this episode, I hand over the mic to someone who knows me better than anyone, my wife, Ally. 

She interviews me about what it really means to get after it, and we dive deep into the journey behind the brand, the podcast, and the mindset.

We talk about everything, from the early days of “Fat Brett” and living without structure, to 4:30 AM lifts, long runs, and the qu...

What if your weakness wasn’t a flaw—but a space for grace?

In this episode, I sit down with B.J. Allen, a business professor at BYU and author of The Compensating Power of Christ, to explore the intersection of faith, psychology, and performance. We dive into everything from confidence in sales to imposter syndrome in life—and how preparation, storytelling, and spiritual awareness shape how we show up in the world.

B.J. shares his jo...

What do you do when everything changes in an instant?

In this raw and powerful episode, I sit down with my friend Bryce Turley, who survived a life-altering fireworks accident that left him with a completely different life than the one he planned. One moment, he was holding a mortar tube on the beach. The next, he was in an ambulance fighting for his life.

But this episode isn’t about pain—it’s about perspective. 

Bryce opens up about...

Most people see the moment you win. They don’t see what it cost.

In this conversation, I sit down with Ashton Lunt—national champion in javelin, former BYU athlete, and someone who knows what it means to suffer for a dream. We talk about what it really takes to become elite. From early mornings feeding pigs before lifting sessions, to throwing a javelin with a torn rotator cuff, Ashton’s journey isn’t one of overnight success—it’s a...

There’s a war happening inside each of us — and most of the time, no one else sees it.

In this solo episode, I open up about the unseen battles that shape who we become. From personal stories of depression, self-doubt, and infertility to practical tools rooted in Stoic philosophy and faith, this episode is a deeply honest reflection on what it means to keep going when no one’s watching, and no one’s cheering.

I explore how the hardes...

We’re all running out of time.

That’s not a dramatic opener—it’s just the truth. This episode is a solo reflection on something that’s been weighing on me lately: presence, purpose, and the short window we’re all given to do something that matters.

While on vacation, I read Whale Fall, a story about a man swallowed by a whale who finds clarity about his broken relationship with his father—just a little too late. It hit home, because ...

In this episode, I sat down with someone very special to me — my niece Lily — for a conversation that honestly felt like talking to a younger version of myself.

We talked about what it means to grow up in today’s world — the pressures of high school, the weight of comparison, and the internal dialogue we all wrestle with. But what made this episode powerful wasn’t just her honesty, it was her wisdom. At 17, Lily speaks with a level ...

I had the chance to sit down with Courtney—the voice behind the phrase “I’m fat and I’m working on it”—and what followed was one of the most real, raw, and human conversations I’ve ever had on this podcast.

She didn’t set out to go viral. She set out to change her life.

In this episode, Courtney shares how one painful moment at the gym sparked a global response—and what it taught her about shame, resilience, and the power of vulnerab...

What happens when everything you've trained for collides with pain, disappointment, and comparison? This is the story of Michael Whitaker, a Division I javelin athlete who didn’t just compete with a torn UCL — he qualified for Nationals.

In this episode, we unpack what it means to keep showing up when your body is broken and your confidence is shattered. Michael reveals the brutal emotional rollercoaster of injury, the quiet di...

What happens when an ordinary dad decides he’s had enough of mediocrity?

In this episode, I sit down with Brayden—a man who turned fear into fuel. From struggling to run a mile at 29 to finishing an Ironman 70.3, Brayden shares the real story behind his transformation. No highlight reels. No filters. Just brutal miles, setbacks, and the refusal to quit.

We explore the psychology of endurance sports, the difference between chosen and ...

Men rarely talk about what’s going on under the surface. Maybe it’s because society told us to “man up.” Maybe it’s because we never had the tools to put words to how we feel. Either way, most of us have learned to hide our struggles until they become impossible to ignore.

In this episode, I sit down with a Dr. Kim Buck, seasoned mental health professional who has spent 25 years helping others face these unspoken battles — anxiety, ...

In this episode, I sit down with DJ and endurance athlete Tyler — known as DJ Take 2 — for one of the most grounded and real conversations I’ve had in a while. We explore the beauty of starting small, pushing our limits, and realizing that most of the barriers we face are self-made.

Tyler shares stories from his winding journey as a DJ, his first triathlon podium finish, and the lessons learned from showing up to races where he felt...

Most people only consider physical therapy after something breaks. A torn muscle. A blown-out knee. The kind of injury that makes you question if your body is still yours. But what if movement wasn’t just for recovery… but for prevention? For performance? For staying independent as you age?

In this episode, I sit down with Brynli Walker—a licensed physical therapist, athlete, mom, and all-around expert in helping people reclaim thei...

What does it really mean to "feed your heart"?

In this episode, I sat down with my friend Jared Lee to unpack one of the deepest conversations we’ve had on the show yet—one that weaves through philosophy, religion, suffering, and the pursuit of meaning. We explore how ancient thinkers like Plato and C.S. Lewis believed in the power of the “chest”—the seat of emotion, conviction, and moral clarity—and how modern society oft...

What does it really mean to do it all—and actually do it well?

In this episode, I sat down with my former manager, longtime friend, and one of the most quietly powerful leaders I know: Kate Plamondon. 

Kate is now a mother of three (including a set of surprise twins), a respected leader in business, and someone who’s not just surviving the chaos—but navigating it with presence, clarity, and integrity. We talk about the raw transition...

This one’s personal.

I had to write “DNF” next to my name today—Did Not Finish—and it stung more than I expected. Not because my legs gave out. But because my mind did.

In this episode, I walk you through a run I didn’t finish and the hard truth behind it: I wasn’t mentally bought in. I showed up thinking I could coast off past accomplishments, that grit alone would carry me. But here's what I learned—without the mind, the body ...

This episode is special—because it’s with one of my oldest friends, Spencer Walker. 

We go way back… all the way to the “Pack Rats” days. But today, Spencer is a husband, father, CrossFit athlete, and a first-year med student working toward becoming a PM&R doctor.

We covered everything: consistency in fitness, the science behind recovery, balancing training with fatherhood, staying spiritually grounded, and what it really means t...

This episode is for the moments when your brain says, "That’s all I’ve got.”
Because that voice? It’s lying to you.

Today, I’m breaking down the myth of our limits—the mental stories we tell ourselves when we’re tired, unsure, or just plain scared. Whether you’re chasing a fitness goal, building something meaningful, or just trying to become a little better than you were yesterday, I want this episode to remind you of one ...