Welcome to a special in-person episode with host Evan and guest Alex - kinesiologist, personal trainer, and founder of the Monday Men's Club. In this wide-ranging conversation, Alex shares his journey from karate champion in Brazil to overcoming a major back injury, building a career in health and wellness, and fostering community for men.

What to Expect:

Listeners will gain practical insights on injury recovery, muscle building, nutrition, the importance of mobility, and the value of community and vulnerability—plus actionable advice for living a healthier, more connected life.

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Time Stamps:

• 00:00 – Welcome & In-Person Setup

• 01:03 – Meet Alex: Karate, Brazil, and Early Influences

• 03:22 – Competing in Karate & Transition to Kinesiology

• 06:03 – Moving to the US, Back Injury, and Recovery

• 08:41 – Rehab Journey: From Surgery to Running Again

• 11:00 – Lessons from Martial Arts: Control, Confidence, and Avoiding Conflict

• 14:40 – Returning to Health: The “Aha” Moment

• 17:20 – Change, Motivation, and Self-Reflection

• 19:33 – Creatine Study: Science, Results, and Supplementation

• 23:00 – Listening to Your Body & Health Wisdom

• 24:30 – Sponsor Break: Lineage Provisions

• 25:30 – Learning Through Trial and Error

• 26:30 – Brazilian Mindset: Kindness, Grit, and Community

• 29:00 – Community in Brazil vs. US

• 31:00 – Building Muscle & “Toning” Myths for Women

• 34:00 – Genetics, Body Types, and Training Approaches

• 36:00 – High Reps vs. Heavy Weights: What Works?

• 38:00 – Mobility, Yoga, and Diversifying Movement

• 41:00 – Sciatica, Back Pain, and Simple Solutions

• 44:00 – Men’s Group: Why Alex Started It & The Power of Vulnerability

• 48:00 – Meditation, Mindfulness, and Self-Reflection Practices

• 52:00 – Food Quality: US vs. Abroad, and Eating for Health

• 56:00 – Open-Air Markets, Food Origins, and Respecting Food

• 59:00 – Final Reflections, Travel, and Alex’s Advice to Listeners

• 1:04:00 – Connect with Alex & Closing Thoughts

Connect with Alex:

• Instagram: @ateamalex

• YouTube: A Team Fitness

• Website: ateam-fitness.com

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