The Danny Cola Podcast

In this episode, Danny opens up about how nervousness can be a sign of deep care and dedication, emphasizing the power of positive self-talk and passion in achieving long-term well-being. Pia bravely shares her personal journey through depression and anxiety, revealing how fitness and a life-changing bodybuilding competition became crucial elements in her healing process. Together, they discuss the importance of overcoming negative thoughts to prevent harmful mental states, aligning with their fitness studio's mission to promote holistic health and personal growth. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on mental resilience and the transformative power of fitness.

In this episode, host Danny Cola and guest David Weck explore the relentless pursuit of self-improvement and the strong emotions surrounding critics in the field of physical education. David Weck emphasizes the importance of physical integrity and strength as tools to combat societal challenges. Danny Cola shares personal experiences with caregiving and family values. Together, they discuss effective coaching methods and the significance of intelligent design in training programs.

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Chamberlin, who shares how his carpentry background has shaped his unique approach to work and innovation in fitness programs. He also opens up about the motivation behind his decision to sell his gym and move to Colorado. Beyond that, Chris discusses his thriving private training business and exciting collaborations with Phase Six for upcoming seminars across various locations. Don't miss this insightful conversation! We hope you enjoyed this episode. Subscribe for more content like this!

In this episode, we explore the challenge of creating clear and engaging social media messages for new visitors while emphasizing the long-term commitment needed to achieve your fitness and wellness goals. Our guest speaker shares invaluable insights on prioritization, organization, and attention management to enhance your wellness journey and reduce stress. We also delve into the importance of developing personal connections in the fitness community and the power of staying true to yourself in all interactions. Don't miss out on these expert tips and strategies for navigating the ever-evolving world of fitness, wellness, and social media! 🔹 Topics Covered: Crafting clear social media messages for wellness Long-term fitness and wellness goal setting Prioritization and organization for a healthier lifestyle Managing attention for better productivity and stress reduction Building personal connections in the fitness community Authentic interactions in your wellness journey 🔔 Subscribe for more insightful content and stay tuned for our next episode! #Fitness #Wellness #HealthGoals #Productivity #Authenticity #Podcast

Danny and Jake discuss how having purpose, clear core values, and being authentic make an impact on your long term health and wellness. Follow Jake on IG @jakefinemedia Follow Danny @dannycolafitness Train with Danny Online -https://www.somble.com/Undergroundfitnessstudio/programs/primal-bell-conditioning-106h8 Danny Cola YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx0VFGFdce1EvdJ8kZp8MHg

Follow Mark Wildmans YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkWildman Train Heavy Clubs with Mark --> https://www.wildmanathletica.com/ Mark discussed the rarity of monster clubs and outlined essential club exercises, as well as two programs for using them. They also emphasized the value of using clubs in training for actors and the importance of proper testing and safety measures. Mark and Danny discussed flow state and its broader application in optimizing human movement and decision-making, with Mark emphasizing the necessity for individuals to teach in seminars regardless of their coaching level. Mark explains the historical context and rarity of monster clubs, detailing their pursuit of creating heavier clubs for training purposes. 2:41 Mark outlines essential club exercises for all individuals, emphasizing movements like shield cast, inside circle, outside circle, and various pendulum exercises as fundamental human movements. 10:42 Mark outlines two programs for using clubs, detailing a structured approach to increasing weight levels and complexity. 16:09 Mark discusses the value of using clubs in training for actors, emphasizing the efficiency of workouts within long workdays in the entertainment industry. 21:06 Mark emphasizes the importance of proper testing and safety measures when using equipment, highlighting the expertise of a veteran team member in the film industry. 29:50 Mark discusses upcoming seminars focusing on staff and heavy club movements, emphasizing the significance of these practices in demonstrating flow state and human athleticism. 32:11 Mark1 and Danny delve into a deep discussion about flow state, relating it to physical practices like kung fu and self-defense, and its broader application in optimizing human movement and decision-making. 34:13 Danny acknowledges the importance of teaching for optimal learning and Mark emphasizes the necessity for individuals to teach in seminars regardless of their coaching level. 40:39

David shares success story and emphasizes importance of understanding gait mechanics and physical integrity in training. Danny and David discuss training methodologies and the importance of continuous learning. David emphasizes significance of physical integrity and efficiency in movement. David shares a success story where someone has bought into their philosophy of improving performance, indicating a positive change in mindset. 7:35 David passionately discusses the importance of understanding gait mechanics and physical integrity in training, criticizing mainstream approaches and emphasizing the need for proper techniques. 11:25 Danny and David engage in a conversation about training methodologies, focusing on the importance of proximal stiffness, distal athleticism, and three-dimensional movement patterns in exercises. 18:13 Danny expresses admiration for David's passion and insights, discussing the importance of continuous learning and adapting in the fitness industry to benefit clients and advance careers. 25:31 David emphasizes the significance of physical integrity for philosophers and individuals, stressing the importance of efficiency in movement to work with gravity rather than against it, challenging common perceptions about walking and movement quality. 28:53 David elaborates on the principles behind the WEC method, emphasizing the balance between fight and flight aspects in locomotion and the necessity of objective and subjective measures in assessing performance. 37:31 David discusses the challenges of proving causation but emphasizes the correlation between certain practices and problems in the industry, including skepticism towards mainstream advice like wearing masks. 1:00:32 Danny wraps up the conversation, expressing gratitude to David for his insights and looking forward to future collaborations, ending the call on a positive note. 1:07:38 Scroll to view more Next Steps Danny Colapietro to discuss the specific information about the treadmill with David and provide more details about its capabilities. 7:59 David and Danny Colapietro to prepare for the event on July 12, 13, and 14, ensuring all necessary arrangements are in place for the sold-out session. 27:20 Danny Colapietro to inquire about the details of the rotational movement seminar and its transition into the WEC method qualification course for the upcoming training in Chicago in July. 33:14 Danny Colapietro to discuss with David the benefits and experiences related to using nicotine, including different forms like zins, gum, cigars, and lozenges, to understand their impact and preferences.

Danny and Chris discuss the Weckmethod and its focus on efficient movement for overall health. iPhone describes a 6-8 hour course teaching fundamental principles of movement, including the importance of weight transfer and hitting the right positions. They emphasize the importance of aligning with core values and paying attention to physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being for long-term health and wellness performance. Sign Up For Course: July 12,13,14 Level 1 - RMTS - Friday July 12th 9:00am to 4:00pm - https://www.weckmethod.com/service_events/447 20% OFF Promo - RMTEXCL20 Level 2 - WMQ - Sat/Sun July 13th&14th 9:00am to 4:00pm - https://www.weckmethod.com/service_events/448 20% OFF Promo - WMQEXCL20

Pat discusses his transition from teaching CrossFit to personal and small group training, as well as his use of unconventional tools like maces and clubs. He emphasizes the importance of self-experimentation in nutrition and notes the growing interest in alternative sources of information. Danny talks about his gym business and his plan to stick with it for the next 5-10 years, while also discussing the cost and benefits of blood and gene testing for supplements. Key Points • Pat discusses how he transitioned from teaching primarily CrossFit classes to focusing on personal training and small group training (3:56) • Danny asks Pat about teaching unconventional tools like maces and clubs, and Pat explains how he started with basic steps and cues to build up to more complex movements (7:12) • Danny asks Pat how he got into unconventional tools and who inspired him, and Pat mentions discovering Onnit and following people like Primal Soldier. (11:02) • Pat notes that maces and clubs were originally used by wrestlers and transfer well to jiu jitsu (15:41) • Pat discusses how he adjusted his business during COVID, including doing Zoom training and group classes with high school kids (20:41) • Pat considered opening his own gym but decided to focus on building his online business first (28:43) • Danny owns his own gym and started renting space to other trainers to create a positive environment where everyone can make money (32:14) • Danny talks about his plan to stick with his gym business for the next 5-10 years and how it reflects his heart chakra (35:30) • They discuss the overwhelming amount of conflicting information in the fitness and nutrition space and the importance of experimenting on oneself to find what works best (42:43) • Pat notes that nutrition is particularly gray and dogmatic approaches don't work for everyone, emphasizing the need for self-experimentation. (46:58) • Danny discusses Gary Brecka and his company Ten X, which offers blood work and gene testing to determine deficiencies and supplements accordingly (47:55) • Danny explains that the cost for the initial blood test and gene testing is $500 and $250 respectively, and supplements can be expensive depending on the deficiencies found (51:38) • The speakers discuss the willingness of people to take pharmaceuticals and undergo extreme weight loss measures instead of addressing deficiencies and changing lifestyle habits. They believe there is a turning of the tides towards alternative approaches to healthcare, but it may take time for it to become more accessible. (52:35) • Pat praises Huberman for being open and presenting information without being dogmatic, and notes that people are starting to seek out alternative sources of information in addition to traditional medicine (56:31) • Danny and Pat discuss how Joe Rogan's podcast has influenced their approach to health and wellness (58:55) • Danny thanks Pat again and expresses interest in doing another interview in the future. (1:06:52)

Danny Cola Podcast with: Maurizio Tangari @unconvential.republic Alyssa Sawyer @Coachsawyersays George of Tiger Gym ATX @Georgepictures HumanFit Project - https://www.humanfit.it/ Podcast Key Points • Georges believes that randomness doesn't exist and everything happens for a reason, even down to small moments in life like car accidents or injuries (14:07) • Georges talks about how being out of his comfort zone was challenging for him, but he still felt positive and embraced everyone (16:26) • Georges emphasizes the importance of staying hydrated and managing stress while traveling (21:24) • Georges introduces the concept of the "pain teacher" and how it arises when we neglect certain areas of our mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being (30:12) • Georges discusses the importance of facing personal inadequacies and not relying on external activities for enjoyment (36:11) • Danny and Georges discuss alternative words for addiction, settling on "ritual" as a positive expression of individual choices and self-care. (55:17) • Dopamine is a motivation chemical that pushes people to do things, including seeking quick pleasure from sugar or drugs, but it can be trained to prioritize healthier habits (1:01:36) • Georges emphasizes the importance of addressing neglected areas of one's life, even if it starts with small goals like improving digestion, in order to build towards bigger dreams and goals. The conversation ends with a lighthearted comment about the length of the conversation and thanking each other for their time. (1:08:12)

#182 Mallory Gaston's Fitness Journey by The Danny Cola Podcast

In todays podcast we have Junior Leoso, Maurizio Tanagari, And Gmoney Mustache. We chat about life in Maui, post fires, fitness modalities that were taught at MauiFit2021, Work Life Balance, and the beauty of community. HumanFit Projecthttps://www.humanfit.it/

Todays guests are,Fabio Zonin is a StrongFirst Certified Master Instructor. He is a former powerlifter, natural bodybuilder, and owner of fitness centers. Maurizio Tangari Founder of HumanFit, and Inventor of Hydro Core, and Hydra Fitness Tools. Learn about Human Fit Project here: Projecthttps://www.humanfit.it/ StrongFirst Kettlebell Cert https://www.strongfirst.com/ Follow on IG Fabio Zonin @x_fab_69 Maurizio @unconventional.republic HumanFit Project @humanfit.project

#179 Human Fit Project Podcast with Maurizio Tangari and Davide Colella by The Danny Cola Podcast

Today's Guest is Junior Leoso Co-Owner of Landmine University Training Systems, and Co-Owner of Pacific Beach Training. Danny and Junior discuss finding a balance between business and personal life, prioritizing time with family, and avoiding burnout. They also talk about the importance of mentoring and delegation in business, and being present for their children. They touch on the topics of masculinity and toxic masculinity, and the impact of social media on youth development. Speaker 1 expresses interest in hosting a Landmine University course at his gym in 2024. Danny Cola introduces the topic of hustle versus fullness and how Junior has found a balance between business and personal life 0:42 • Junior talks about his life-changing trip to Italy with the Human Fit Project 2:09 • Junior talks about how his trip to Italy reinforced the importance of prioritizing time, family, and life over business and finances 7:34 • He discusses how having a child shifted his perspective and made him prioritize spending time with his family over making money 9:11 • Junior shares his experience transitioning from personal trainer to business owner and the importance of duplicating oneself through grooming and managing other trainers, using football analogies to explain the need for different skill sets on a team and the difficulty of building a successful franchise 16:31 Junior talks about the importance of having a balancing act in life to avoid overlooking details and taking on too much 23:23 • Junior discusses the benefits of competition and how it can make businesses better, emphasizes the importance of staying on top of the competition and learning from them, also mentions collaborating with other coaches and gyms 31:28 • Junior emphasizes the importance of being a leader, mentor, and trustworthy figure to one's son IG @junior.leosi @landmineuniversity www.landmineuniversity.com www.humanfitproject.it

Todays guest is Harbert Egberts, AKA The Flowing Dutchman Steel Mace Coach, travel all around the world, teaching steel mace seminars, and making a huge impact internationally. Harbert, drops on the podcast to talk about how his world travel has gone thus far, and breaks down some of his steel mace flow philosophy. Instagram | @theflowingdutchman @dutchflowacademy Website | https://dutchflowacademy.com/

#176 The Pandemic, Core Values, and Truth with Fred Mohr of Steel Mace Nation by The Danny Cola Podcast

In this Episode, Danny and Alyssa discussed their desire to work for themselves and not have a boss, as well as their personal experiences with holistic health and spirituality. They also delved into the chakra system and the importance of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. The conversation touched on the importance of communication and healthy relationships, and concluded with gratitude for the connection. Alyssa's IG - @coachsawyersays Website - https://www.coachsawyersays.com/ Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/4XKnwHXocw5gx3ER6Ul6JO?si=8348b29904ff4876Podcast summary: (4:05) - Alyssa shares her own experiences with meeting clients where they're at and the multidisciplinary nature of holistic health (6:53) - Alyssa discusses empathy and compassion in communication and references David Hawking's levels of consciousness. (9:45) - Danny talks about his jaw issues and how it may be related to their ability to speak their truth clearly, and discusses their spiritual awakening and understanding of reality (12:55) - Danny and Alyssa discuss how anger and frustration can become part of our default personality and how it manifests physically, using jaw grinding as an example (34:53) - Danny and Alyssa discuss their personal definitions of love and how it can encompass both warm feelings and difficult conversations (49:51) - Alyssa discusses the importance of being truthful to one's core values and the connection between physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health (52:09) - They discuss the chakra system, starting with the root chakra and its association with safety, security, and community (1:02:08) - The conversation then moves to the heart chakra and its connection to love, inspiration, and cardiovascular health

The podcast was broadcasted live from Italy and discussed the benefits of a slower-paced, more natural way of living. We also discussed the impact of disease on populations, the limitations of human understanding of advanced technology, and the importance of fundamental human movements for optimal health and fitness. Mark Wildman | https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkWildman Gmoney | @gmoneymustache on IG Will Safford | @willsaffordbjj Key Points 2:08 Comparison of stress levels and lifestyle in Italy versus the United States 6:41 Danny discusses how people are conditioned and can condition themselves to achieve their goals 7:11 Will and Gareth discuss how the environment and climate of a city can affect the community and lifestyle of its inhabitants, using Vancouver and New York as examples 17:11 Will expresses the need for a collapse to reset the system and allow for natural rebuilding, while Speaker 2 warns against artificially propping up the system and causing future collapses 18:07 Mark gives examples of past economic collapses and how they led to extremist factions and war, warning that current actions may lead to similar consequences 20:09 Will highlights the strength of capitalism in its ability to create opportunities through destruction and rebuilding. 49:24 Mark discusses the importance of understanding the most important human movements, particularly related to levers and stick fighting, and how it has been forgotten in modern athletics 54:55 Mark proposes going back to staff fighting as a fundamental human movement for optimal health and fitness, based on historical evidence from different cultures

This Episode Features Celebrity trainer Mark Wildman, and Mace/Staff Fighting Coach Gareth Hamm AKA GMoneymustache. The meeting covered a wide range of topics, including history, religion, fitness, and self-improvement. We discussed the importance of community, radical self-improvement, and the benefits of being in a flow state. They also touched on the history of different cultures and groups, including Mennonites and the evolution of fitness equipment. (6:14) - GMoney asks about the history of humans befriending horses and the conversation turns to the Mongolian invasions and their impact on Eurasian history (8:18) - Mark mentions Genghis Khan and his influence on human genetics and history (22:22) - Danny Cola shares his personal experience with religion and spirituality, including attending Buddhist funerals and finding comfort in the idea of loved ones watching over us (24:43) - Gmoney and Mark discuss different perspectives on God and spirituality, while Speaker 2 explains the differences between Terravada and Mahayana Buddhism (32:39) - Mark talks about how the project is an open invitation to anyone and how dismissing something like heavy club or mace swinging as a fad is ignorant of its historical significance. (33:24) - Danny Cola and Mark discuss how clubs have been a through line in all cultures throughout history (49:11) - Mark believes that communal training on a clock using landmine stations could create a better sense of community (53:10) - Danny Cola relates mindfulness to all types of fitness and self-improvement, and emphasizes the importance of adding value to others.