Guys talking about the truth. Real life issues addressed for what they are. Hear from selective individuals about the walk of young adults. Cover art photo by http://www.instagram.com/victorpfreitas
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From Chris Moore, cohost of the Barbell Shrugged podcast, "Barbell Buddha" is a personal, honest, unfiltered exchange of ideas. Whether you're interested in training, philosophy, coffee, drugs, relationship advice, perspective, inspiration, whatever, this show delivers what you're looking for.
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Sarah Curl gives us a run down on her journey raising four boys.
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Overcoming struggles on the road to goals.
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Can you know yourself ? Do you evaluate the Lords plans for your life?
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Matt Glynn dives into the temptations of young adults!
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The fourth wiseman
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The Journey
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Koby and Justin talk about what is Pick up the Barbell, what’s the goal, and what’s it all about.
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This week my actual dream came true. That's right. It's not perfect or as imagined. Realized dream's never are. But it is real, and it's mine, and in my hands now, it means far more than I ever dreamed it could. I hope my story gives you a few ideas for your own. Enjoy the show. Cheers, Chris
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Chat with Top Strength Coach, Julien Pineau - Episode #100
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Julien doesn't need much of an introduction. Just let him start talking and I guarantee, you'll be hooked. You'll quickly get why I like hanging out with this guy so much. And of course, why I've turned my training over to him. It feels very good to be a student again. Thanks, Julien. Chris
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Time for Saturday night Sangha. I’d like to teach and share a bit, if that’s alright with you. This time around… 1.“What the hell is #BarbellShrugged up to?” I will tell you clearly, but you must listen! We’ve got cool shit cooking, but you’ve only seen a small bit. 2.I’ve lost something like 40 pounds since coming to Cali. I’ll share what I did, o…
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I wanted to take a moment and share my 2016 resolutions. I think you'll dig it. Happy Holidays, friend. Chris
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Down the Rabbit Hole with Mike Bledsoe
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What habits increase your chances of success the most? There's training, great conversation, and reading is great. But also, there's the power of writing. This episode is all about the written word, and how you can harness it for greater effect. Enjoy :) Chris
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Tony Robbins Mind Bang/Picking up on pattern
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I attended a Tony Robbins event two months or so ago. Yes, it's true. And tonight I finally have something to say about it. Also, I've had two cups of coffee and one very strong margarita. So, I'm certain not to bore you. :) Cheers, Chris
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This week let's talk about the frustrations of not getting the effect you want from your training - and from your life - and what to do about that. I hope you enjoy the show, Cheers, Chris
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Morning ritual, the rememdy to self-doubt, and a quick football story to make you laugh. I hope you enjoy the show :) Chris
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The key to reaching your full potential is great coaching. On this episode of Get Change, we'll chat about the real power of coaching, how you can find mentorship in absolutely everything you read and do, and why it's YOUR responsibility to maximize the number of intereactions you have with impactful minds. I hope you dig the show, Chris…
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The vodka and grapefruit is poured. Let's do this. Chris
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It's been a while since the last episode of Get Change. What can I say, it’s been a wild spring. I’ve only now felt the urge to ramble on a bit. In between episodes, my family and I have managed to complete a wild cross-country move from our hometown in Memphis, Tennessee to Encinitas, California, the brand new HQ of Barbell Shrugged. I think you’l…
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This is the story of how the greatest episode of Barbell Shrugged ever ALMOST happened. No, seriously, we were 5-minutes and 10-feet from bringing you an exclusive interview with the Governator himself, Arnold Schwarzenneger...Like, for real. That almost happened, and as surreal as the event was, the lessons we took from the experience are priceles…
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This week I thought I would do something different. It's storytime again, but this week I'm reading an easter egg from my book, Get Change. It's actually the very first story I ever wrote for the blog...The Debauchery Diary. I hope you dig it. I recommed a few red grapefruit margaritas with this, it only makes the show that much better. Cheers, Chr…
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This week on Get Change we start with the best thing you can do – Learning to knock over the big dominos. Tim Ferriss discussed this idea on episode 162 of Barbell Shrugged. If you want to maximize your effectiveness in the gym, your career, in life, then you have to get better and better at doing the right things. You don’t need to be perfect, not…
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This week on Get Change we talk training. Specifically, I want to help you get as strong as possible. So, I thought I would share how I approach strength work. First, you need to understand that tension is very important. When we manipulate sets, reps, load, all that, what we’re really doing is adjusting the dose of tension. We increase the load to…
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Spartan Race afterparty with the Barbell Shrugged crew
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This week on Get Change we have a special show for you. The Barbell Shrugged team just finished their first Spartan Race in Temecula, California. On this episode, Chris, Mike and Doug share their race day experience, which you’re sure to enjoy. Plus, we are joined by professional Spartan Racer, Isaiah Vidal, who was kind enough to run with us and s…
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This week I tell a story about a high school experiment in strongman training, and why that made a huge impact on the rest of my training and coaching career. I think you'll dig it. Also, some of your training questions answered... The best way to learn the basics of human physiology and nutrition. Thoughts on strongman training methods. How to tra…
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How are your resoutions going so far? ...I hope well. Maybe you're kicking ass, or maybe you're freaking out. In any case, it's super helpful to keep the limits of your own vision in mind. Everyone faces a long series of challenges in life - your career, the gym, your relationships or otherwise. That's most all there is, so, it's critically importa…
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It's resolution time, baby. This week on the podcast we talk about some strategies for setting better goals for 2015. Also, there's more than a little bit of IPA fueling this weeks broadcast, so, you can expect a little bit of everything. You're going to dig it. Happy New Year! Chris
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The Barbell Shrugged Thanksgiving Special w/ Mike Bledsoe, Doug Larson & Christmas Abbott
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This week we are coming to you live from Halmstad, Sweden. It's Thanksgiving! Tonight, I thought I would take the oppurtunity to gather some of my dearest friends so that we could say thank you. This life is a wild ride. We could not do it without the amazing support from our families, our friends, and our amazing audience. A million times over, th…
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Plenty of people want something better. They're trying to change their lives, find a passion, all that. But plenty of people also never get what they want. They never faced their fears, never discovered what was really possible. There's a Ralph Emerson quote that sums up our needs perfectly. "Always do what you are afraid to do." Learn to fight for…
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Dia de los muertos - Basically the Barbell Shrugged Halloween Special
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This show comes in two parts. At first, we talk about the 7 questions that will help you train better and get stronger, starting right now. The second part of the show is personal. Today is dia de los muertos, or the day of the dead. I thought I would take some time and remember what's been lost. Also, it's a good time to appreciate what you still …
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Here Comes Success! 4 Lessons for Doing Awesome Sh*t
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There are 4 key lessons that will allow you to do awesome things in this life, no matter what you're path ends up being. 1. You have to get really good at giving before you'll get a lot of value in return. 2. You have to be able to get peoples attention. 3. Stretch your boundries and challenge yourself. 4. Keep it up. The real rewards in life go to…
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Thank God for the f*ck-ups and let downs, eh?
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Here's the truth. You will set a ton of goals in your life. You'll acheive a lot of stuff, which is exciting. But othertimes you're going to try really hard and fail. You'll get let down. Sorry to say, but you'll fuck-up. Acutely it will feel like the greatest pain of your life, but long-term you will hardly remember the thing happening at all. Som…
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GET CHANGE! - An interview with Travis Mash, World Class Lifter, Coach and buddy
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This is an honest, open, motivating interview with Travis Mash, world class lifter, coach, podcaster and buddy. I think the content of this show could change your life. You cannot miss this discussion. Enjoy,
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Yeah, he'd tell everyone that he planned on changing the world. And he would mean every word of it.
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Changing minds and busting plateaus - The Princeton Lecture
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Chris Moore talks about how to get passed plateaus in work, training, and life. “Sometimes you feel like you’ve made a wrong turn, or that the current barriers and plateaus are just too high. But, they are not. Be patient…take a quick step back, brew some coffee, think it over, press on. There’s always a path upward and onward.”…
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71 - This is how you get your sh*t together!
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On this show, we're getting our shit together. I won't waste your time, friends. This is how you do exactly what you want to do. Get change!
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Tonight, stories from the three books that changed my life and point of view forever. 1. The meaning of it all, by Richard Feryman 2. Kitchen Confidential, by Anthony Bourdain 3. On Writing, by Stephen King I hope you enjoy the tale, Chris
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69 - Heavy meditation, with CTP from Barbell Shrugged
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This week on the Barbell Buddha podcast the homie CTP joins me for a wide-ranging chat about... - The power of travel - A little Memphis music history - Elvis and his damn peanut and banana sandwhiches - Warrior yoga and the joys of beach PT - The most intense meditation session of my life, and just how it went down Enjoy, Chris…
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68 - Passion, love and life with Brian McKenzie and Mike Bledsoe
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We went so hard on this episode. We go deep into everything, folks. - Finding passion - The crazyness that is existence and life - Buddhism, Christianity, and everything in between - What is trainging and self-improvement, reall? It's epid. Listen, listen now! Chris
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67 - Divine righteous power of change, baby
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This week on the Barbell Buddha podcast Chris talks all about... - Suffering gladly - The secrets of getting strong - A strategy for picking exercises in your training - The secret trip...you actually can do whatever you want. How righteous indeed. Enjoy!
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This week on the podcast we chat about the wisdom of Phil Jackson, why I've decided to come back and be strong again (and how I'm training for that), and of course, there's story time...Yes, friends, magical shit can happen. Chris
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The epic story of sneaking into a licensing conference to meet THE Tony Hawk. Also, we chat on and on about why it's important to change your perspective and push onward. You'd be suprised just what is possible. Note: Pardon the audio troubles, and the left only audio. Just turn up the volume, it'll be worth it. Chris…
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This week on the Barbell Buddha podcast I'm coming to you live from Las Vegas. Well, live enough I suppose. This week... - The very best of Fathers Day - The secret to making the most of your time - Your training questions answered - And so much more. Enjoy!
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This week on the Barbell Buddha podcast... - The bay area tour, including getting to know my new friend Jackie Perez (see gratuitous pic). - Why bodybuilding exercises could be just what you're missing, even if you're a Crossfitter. No, I'm not joking. - Story time, including the best skill you could ever aquire...Getting good at jumping right in. …
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62 - Welcome to NorCal! with Michael Bledsoe of Barbell Shrugged
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This week, we are coming to you live from San Jose, CA, home of the 2014 NorCal Crossfit Regionals. We hit a little bit of everything, including... - How to eat to gain weight and strength - The joy of intoxification - Taking action in life and maximizing your impact, etc Enjoy, Chris
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This week on the Barbell Buddha podcast... - The peanut butter cup ice cream sugar high - What it takes to do something extraordinary, from what I can see - Cultivating the "not know mind", which might just be the key to learning Enjoy!
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60 - The anniversary show, featuring the Barbell Shrugged team
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This week on The Barbell Buddha Podcast we celebrate the one year anniversay of the show. Better still, I'm joined by the whole Barbell Shrugged team for some Vice Friday fun. Warning: In honor of the very first show, we made sure to a very good time before recording. Enjoy,
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Sometimes you feel like you've made a wrong turn, or that the current barriers and plateaus are just too high. But, they are not. Be patient...take a quick step back, brew some coffee, think it over, press on. There's always a path upward and onward.
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This week on the show, we chat about the awesome Austin scene, tossing around Indian Clubs with Aubrey Marcus and the Onnit team, and of course, we get into a little story time. Go straight into the tension friends, and march forward with heavy and optimistic boots. Enjoy!
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