What does it really take to succeed in natural bodybuilding? In this powerful episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast with host Robert Sikes, we dive deep into the world of natural bodybuilding alongside guest Aaron Orton, a seasoned promoter and athlete. Episode 775 explores the unique challenges, opportunities, and rewards of competing as a natural bodybuilder while offering valuable insights for ambitious listeners working hard toward their own fitness and professional goals.

Aaron shares his unmatched expertise, discussing the power of community in local posing classes, the legacy of the Cecil Phillips Classic, and the exciting changes coming to the 20th anniversary of his event. Learn how natural bodybuilding has grown into a dynamic sport focused on discipline, longevity, and fairness by emphasizing drug-free competition and rigorous judging standards. Throughout the episode, Aaron also highlights key lessons about balancing fitness with life, maintaining health, and inspiring others.

Whether you’re looking to compete, excel in your career, or simply stay motivated, this episode is packed with invaluable advice on achieving success while prioritizing professional growth, personal balance, and long-term health. Don’t miss this engaging conversation featuring real stories from the world of natural bodybuilding!

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro - Celebrating Natural Bodybuilding

1:56 April Classes - 30 Competitors Unite

5:27 Honoring the Cecil Phillips Classic

7:19 Big Changes for the 20th Anniversary

11:08 Compete for Pro Cards

13:02 New Natural Competitions in the Northwest

16:45 Cross-Federation Competition Builds Community

18:24 Men’s Physique Meets Bodybuilding

21:44 Boost Productivity with Fitness

23:28 Fulfillment Through Supporting Others

26:55 Long-Term Health and Lifestyle Tips

28:31 Balancing Fitness, Family, and Fun

31:53 Upcoming Show and Guest Posing

33:23 Stronger Relationships in Bodybuilding

Discover how to lose weight, optimize your health, and break free from misleading fasting myths in this eye-opening episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast! Host Robert Sikes sits down with guest Dani Conway to dive deep into the truth about fasting, weight loss, and building a healthier, more balanced lifestyle, without resorting to extreme dieting. Episode 774 will challenge what you think you know about health and fitness.

Dani sheds light on why extended fasting may not be the answer for hormone balance and how proper nutrition is key to achieving your goals. Tune in as they explore cutting-edge strategies in coaching, including personalized hormone therapy and the revolutionary use of peptides for improving brain health, reducing inflammation, and boosting fat loss. Robert and Dani also tackle common mistakes like under-eating, misunderstandings about metabolism, and over-reliance on trendy diets like keto and carnivore without focusing on sustainability.

This episode is packed with actionable advice tailored for ambitious professionals like CEOs, entrepreneurs, athletes, and coaches, striving to maximize their performance without sacrificing health or work-life balance. Whether you’re looking to enhance your training, improve recovery, or better understand your unique health needs, this conversation will leave you inspired to take smarter steps toward long-term success.

Stop chasing fad diets and find out how to reach your goals with practical, sustainable methods. Tune in now for a fresh perspective you won’t want to miss!

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Chapters:

0:00 Why extended fasting isn’t necessary for weight loss

1:57 Coaching’s future: Beyond keto and carnivore diets

6:07 Personalizing hormone therapy for better results

8:20 Hormone therapy: Avoiding dosing mistakes

12:24 GLP peptides: Brain health and inflammation benefits

14:38 Microdosing peptides for weight loss and balance

18:43 Risks of under-eating: Protect your metabolism

20:43 Gut health and pre-existing issues explained

24:33 Cortisol testing and cellular health tips

26:27 Healing vs. weight loss: Finding the balance

30:02 Carnivore diet: Why fasting isn’t for everyone

31:43 Intuitive eating beats excessive fasting

35:16 Women can fast and build muscle effectively

36:59 Weight training over cardio for better results

40:43 Minimized cardio boosts weight training

42:26 Avoiding overtraining with proper recovery

46:00 How to spot and fix overtraining

47:43 Food tracking for intuitive eating success

51:20 Calorie mistakes that drain your energy

53:10 Balancing food quality and calories

56:40 Dani Conway: Her fitness and riding routine

58:34 Weight training improves riding performance

Discover how to slow aging, feel younger, and boost your longevity in ways you never thought possible. In this eye-opening episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes dives deep with special guest Dr. Jeffrey Gladden in Episode 773 to explore how tailoring your workouts, diet, and sleep can drastically change your health and future vitality.

Learn how factors like heart rate variability, personalized nutrition, and a focused mindset can shape a healthier, younger you. This conversation uncovers the science of aging, the hidden impact of stress on your body, and why your nervous system and recovery play a crucial role in your energy and longevity. Dr. Gladden also shares insights on understanding what your body truly needs, from avoiding processed foods to optimizing sleep and making meditation a key part of your routine.

If you're ambitious, driven, and ready to stay ahead in your fitness, career, and health, this episode will completely shift how you think about aging and performance. Don't miss this inspiring and transformative discussion!

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Chapters:

0:00 Secrets to Longevity

3:01 How Aging Really Works

6:08 Mindset for Peak Health

7:55 The Cost of Ignoring Health

12:00 Purpose Equals Longevity

14:00 Aging Speeds Up Over Time

18:06 Immune Boosting Mindset

20:00 Power of Deep Meditation

23:50 Purpose Unlocks Happiness

25:41 Healing Chronic Issues Fast

29:03 Nervous System Health Tips

30:45 Sleep & Fitness Hacks

34:10 Fitness & HRV Explained

36:07 Personalized Nutrition Tips

39:50 Redefine Aging

41:34 Feel 25 Again

44:57 Future of Anti-Aging

46:45 Tech to Stop Aging

50:16 Why Longer Lives Matter

52:08 Social Media Destroys Connection

55:36 Explore Gladden Longevity