On today’s episode of Daily Gains, Chris dives into the phrase, “Strength is never a weakness.” He explores how developing physical strength impacts far more than your workouts—it’s a tool for building resilience in everyday life. From managing insulin resistance and improving posture, to keeping up with your kids, handling workplace stress, and overcoming poor self-image, Chris breaks down why getting stronger physically can make you stronger mentally and emotionally. In the Resilience Roulette segment, the wheel lands on perfectionism—and Chris shares how to overcome the paralyzing need to be flawless so you can keep moving forward.

🕒 Timestamps:

(01:00) Introducing today’s topic, how strength can help you in everyday life, not just int he gym

(02:00) Insulin resistant individuals

(03:00) Posture issues

(04:00) Keeping up with your kids

(05:00) Body fat issues

(06:00) Poor self image

(07:00) Overload at work

(09:00) Delayed gratification

To learn more about building a resilient lifestyle, visit odysseyresilience.org or send us an email.

On this episode of The One Percent, Chris and Kiley discuss what it really takes to cultivate the life you want. After kicking things off with a “What’s Hot and What’s Not” segment on breathwork, they explore how to get clear on your vision, set aligned goals, and track your progress without getting stuck in perfectionism. They also emphasize the importance of staying flexible and open to change as you evolve.

We’ve included a workbook with the steps required to cultivate your dream life. Download the workbook here.

The episode wraps with a powerful 1% Challenge: commit to a daily breathing exercise or dive into The Breath Book, available on our website. Small steps, big shifts—start building the life you truly want.

🕒 Timestamps:

(00:00) What’s Hot and What’s Not segment on breathwork

(06:00) Introducing today’s topic, cultivating the life that you want

(15:00) Getting clear on what you really want and setting goals that align with your vision

(25:00) The importance of measuring and tracking your progress

(35:00) Stay adaptable and open to change

(45:00) The 1% Challenge segment, do a daily breathing exercise or read The Breath Book, found on our website

Download The Breath Book here.

To learn more about building a resilient lifestyle, visit odysseyresilience.org or send us an email.

In today’s episode of Daily Gains, Chris dives into the powerful connection between strength training and weight loss. He breaks down five compelling reasons why lifting weights is essential for shedding fat and keeping it off. From boosting your resting metabolic rate to preserving muscle while dieting, Chris explains how strength training transforms your body and mindset. He also discusses improved insulin sensitivity and why fat loss is really about body composition, not just the number on the scale. In the Resilience Roulette segment, Chris tackles the fear of change—and how embracing discomfort leads to growth.

Tune in and take the next step in your fitness journey, one rep at a time.

🕒 Timestamps:

(01:00) Introducing the topic, the correlation between strength training and weight loss

(02:00) Resting metabolic rate and burning calories during recovery

(04:00) Strength training prevents muscle loss during dieting

(05:00) Strength training improves insulin sensitivity

(06:00) When we diet, we’re working towards a change in body composition

(08:00) Resilience Roulette segment on the fear of change

To learn more about building a resilient lifestyle, visit odysseyresilience.org or send us an email.