How to Stay Mentally Strong When You’re Injured and Frustrated
I trained for 16 weeks with a clear goal: to finish my first marathon strong. But 14 miles in, I had to quit. The pain in my hip was too much—and I later found out I tore my labrum. In this vulnerable solo episode, I share how I’m choosing to handle injury and frustration with a growth mindset and a spirit of gratitude.🔑 What you’ll learn:● Why the All-or-Nothing Mindset will sabotage your recovery ● How I’m choosing gratitude over frustration● How this injury will make me a better coach and person● A bonus takeaway: Modeling resilience for others● My thoughts on what’s next—and how you can apply this to your own setbacks 🎯 Join the next Fat Loss Forever Workshop at nickcarrier.com/fatloss 💡 Check out all upcoming workshops at nickcarrier.com
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How to Foster a Healthy Relationship with Success (For Kids & Others)
Stop congratulating people for losing weight! Stop rewarding your kids for winning their game or getting straight A’s! Are we praising people for the right things? In today’s solo episode, Nick shares his powerful philosophy on how to foster a healthy relationship with success—for your kids, your spouse, your team, or yourself. Too often, our society is obsessed with results—grades, awards, appearances, wins. But the real transformation happens when we shift our praise to effort, discipline, and consistency.🔑 What you’ll learn:● Why results-based praise can create identity traps● How to raise kids with a strong sense of self and confidence● The long-term power of praising effort, consistency, and the process● Real-life examples from parenting, coaching, and everyday life● How this mindset leads to better results—ironically—over time🎯 This episode is for anyone who wants to build long-lasting confidence and character—especially in the next generation.
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Is Marathon Training Bad for Your Body? A Trainer’s Perspective
Is training for a marathon harmful to the body? As a fitness coach and someone just days away from running my first marathon, I’ve asked myself this question—and in this episode, I unpack the answer. You’ll hear my honest take on running, injury, recovery, and mindset, including how a setback late in training challenged me physically and mentally.🔑 What you’ll learn:● Whether or not the body is "meant" to run long distances● Why some people get injured and others don’t● What physical factors influence running longevity (and what you can control)● The importance of mindset and personal growth through training● My reflections heading into my first marathon—despite hip pain🎯 If you’re aiming to stretch your limits and rewrite your story, this one’s for you.
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5 Lies About Fat Loss That Are Holding You Back
There’s no shortage of fat loss advice out there—but not all of it is true. In this episode, Nick debunks five of the most popular and damaging myths around losing fat. These lies create confusion, guilt, and frustration—and it’s time to break free.🔑 What you’ll learn:● Why carbs aren’t your enemy● The myth of "stoking your metabolism" with frequent meals● Why cardio isn’t the ultimate fat-burning tool● The truth about willpower and fat loss● Why supplements aren’t the answerPodcast Description: Fat loss doesn’t have to be complicated—but misinformation makes it feel that way. In this episode, Nick reveals five fat loss lies that are keeping you stuck—and gives you the truth you need to succeed long term.
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The Best You Podcast Is Getting a Studio Makeover! What to Expect and Why It’ll Help You Grow in Every Area of Life
I’ve got some exciting news to share with you...🎙️ The Best You Podcast is getting its very own in-home studio!We’re building a brand new podcast setup in the basement of my home so we can bring you even higher quality interviews, more valuable conversations, and a next-level experience—especially if you watch on YouTube or Spotify.Here’s what to know:● Monday episodes will be temporarily paused for the next few weeks while we finish the studio build-out and book our next round of amazing guests.● Wednesday solo episodes will keep rolling as usual, bringing you quick-hitting insights on health, mindset, and more.● We’re expanding the show to help you grow in all 6 areas of life—health, personal, career, financial, spiritual, and relational.● Every guest we bring on will be an expert in one of those areas, helping you take meaningful steps toward becoming your Best You.🎯 This next chapter is all about helping you feel more fulfilled and better equipped to make a positive impact in the world.If you haven’t subscribed to the show yet on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, now’s the time—because things are about to get even better.
I'm Nick Carrier, a fitness trainer and entrepreneur who helps busy professionals feel like their best selves. As a former high school athlete, health and fitness have always been important to me. But as life got busier, I had to learn how to seamlessly integrate exercise and nutrition into my routine. Now I want to help others do the same through my 10-Week Transformation program.With 500 clients coached so far, I have a proven track record for helping people lose weight, feel energized, and perform at their peak. My mission is to make living a healthy lifestyle simple. If you're ready to become the fit, energetic person you aspire to be, let's get started!
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