Episode #161
In this episode, Nick sits down with BPN’s newly introduced Chief Executive Officer, Kat Thomas. The two go in-depth behind the decision to name Kat as CEO, Nick’s new role within the business he founded, and how this transition happened so naturally.
Key discussion points include:
- How service and positive impact toward a mission are more important than outcome-driven goals, such as job title. 
- The life of a founder and what it requires to bootstrap a business, building from the ground up.
- Why ‘brand’ matters and how BPN serves to change lives through the power of messaging and quality supplementation.
What makes the best brands different? And how can you apply the lessons of two experienced business founders? Nick and Kat’s conversation will encourage you to go all in on your health, business, and life goals.

Read more on our BLOG: http://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/blogs/content/the-new-ceo-of-bare-performance-nutrition
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#161 - The New CEO of BPN

Episode #160 - Go One More | Prove Yourself Right
BPN is challenging you to choose something physically hard to accomplish in 2023. We are aiming to reveal the deep confidence that causes us to Go One More; the innate belief in yourself and your ability to push through. You know you CAN accomplish what you commit to, you just have to prove yourself right.
Nick and Tony both announce their Prove Yourself Right projects, as well as why BPN aligns so strongly with this mission. They also cover the shift they’re making with their negative self-talk, and how freedom comes from confidence through repetition and consistency. Read more about how you can participate here: http://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/blogs/content/go-one-more-prove-yourself-right 
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#160 - Go One More | Prove Yourself Right

Episode 159 - Without Consistency, All Else Fails

If you do not have the ability to be consistent, that may be the reason you aren’t reaching your goals and accomplishing the things you want from life.
In this episode, Nick answers your questions from his Instagram (@nickbarefitness), most of which were about how to be consistent going into 2023. Here, Nick explains his personal mindset when a new year approaches and how he finds renewed motivation whenever he feels distracted. Nick gives practical steps to achieve consistency in everything you do so you can start next year focused.
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#159 - Nick Bare | Without Consistency, All Else Fails

Episode #158
Ryan Wood co-founded Under Armour in 1996 and has since moved on to lead and operate his latest venture: Sweetwood Smoke and Co.
Nick sits down with Ryan to discuss the early days of Under Armour, from start-up struggles to multi-billion-dollar success story. Ryan details the crucial business lessons learned through his years with UA, why he ultimately decided to step away after years of continued growth, and how he applies these experiences to the mission of Sweetwood Smoke and Co.
“If we really want to disrupt, we need to sell something unique.” - Ryan
You hear Ryan’s thought process for branding and making your product different from the competition. From the importance of self-belief, the blueprint for building a profitable business, and what it means to create something of lasting purpose and impact; this episode is filled with important perspectives for success in business and life.
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Sweetwood Instagram: @fattysmokedmeatsticks
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Nick’s Website: www.nickbare.com
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Nick’s Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/barelifenutrition

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#158 - Ryan Wood (Under Armour Co-Founder) | Be A Disrupter In Your Industry

Welcome back to the podcast for her second time, elite runner and BPN athlete: Sally McRae!
After completing the Choose Strong Project, Sally sits down with Nick to bond over their love for weight training and how their approach to fitness has evolved over the years. Sally reflects on her early career when many viewed strength training as unnecessary for runners and the unique challenges, she faced in pushing back against that notion as a performance athlete.
Sally passionately speaks to the perspective that life is more about how we make others feel than simply our physical appearance. This episode goes beyond just recognizing the accolades of human performance but really emphasizes the commonalities we all have as humans, whether in parenthood, insecurities, or how to be strong for life.
“Let’s talk about what we’re doing and not what we look like.” - Sally
The Choose Strong Project was an endurance-based event in which she ran 507 miles over the course of 81 days, during 5 separate races. She created this project in honor of her late mother, running 1 mile for every month of her mother’s life. For this project Sally ran Bad Water 135, Angles Crest 100, Leadville 100, Wildstrubel 100k, and a double summit of Mt. Whitney.
About Sally:
Sally McRae is a professional ultra/mountain runner for Nike. Also known as Yellowrunner, Sally often uses her platform to encourage others in their dream journey and to inspire others to live out their lives to the fullest. She is also a mother of two, endurance coach, writer, speaker, and creates content focused on strength training, dedication, and inspiration. She most recently launched her own strength and mental training app: SALLY MCRAE STRENGTH which you can download directly from her website (sallymcrae.com) or Instagram: @yellowrunner 
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#157 - Sally McRae | Running 507 Miles In 81 Days | Choose Strong

Episode #156 – After four months of fatherhood, Nick sits down with two BPN dads, Tony Reyes and Adam Klink, to talk about the powerful lessons that come from raising children. They discuss the need to reprioritize their core values since having kids. Nick comments that there are feelings of guilt around how he managed his time as a new father in the early days, and how they’re responsible for teaching their children healthy habits and being good role models. 
“I’ve grown more in the last four months than I did in the past 14 years.” - Nick 
You do not have to lose your identity in parenthood. There ARE ways to transition into parenting healthily. Hear how fitness can serve as a cornerstone in the life of a parent, the challenges brought upon by periods of transition, and why acceptance is essential to all phases of our lives to be more fulfilled. 
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#156 - Fatherhood and Fitness

Episode 155
In this solo episode, Nick reveals how crucial committing to a goal is for his life. He explains how success can and should be broken down to the simplicity of a first step, and why focusing on the task in front of you relives the pressure of how large a vision might be. Nick shines light on the fact that many people find reasons to postpone their goals when life gets difficult, which is why commitment can be so powerful. He also admits that there are warning signs to this level of dedication, and how accountability can help prevent burnout.

"Sometimes having someone hold you accountable is not to make sure you actually do it, sometimes it's to make sure you don't over-do it."
Nick poses the challenge to commit to something--right now-- for 2023 that will be really hard for you. Use this episode to motivate you to commit to something that will grow, stretch, and develop you as a leader, an athlete, and a better human.
If you enjoy this podcast, make sure to subscribe to stay up-to-date on all of our weekly releases! 
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#155 - Nick Bare | The Power of Commitment

Episode #154 – Nick is joined by Leif Babin, former Navy SEAL Platoon Commander and co-author of the NY Times Bestseller: Extreme Ownership.
They discuss the most prominent distinctions between military and civilian leaders, how powerful leadership is about considering other people’s perspectives, why simplicity in your communication makes you more impactful, and how ‘silent leaders’ can tend to be the best ones. Nick and Leif also recount gripping stories from their military experiences and how they shaped their future endeavors.
“If you interact with other humans in any capacity, you are a leader.”
Even without a ‘title,’ you are a leader. Leif passionately speaks to the need to own this responsibility and positively impact the lives of those around you. This episode jumps into practical, inspiring commentary on our lives from two tremendous leaders.
About Leif Babin:
A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Leif served thirteen years in the Navy, including nine in the SEAL Teams. As a SEAL platoon commander in SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser, he planned and led major combat operations in the Battle of Ramadi that helped the “Ready First” Brigade of the US Army’s 1st Armored Division achieve victory. Task Unit Bruiser became the most highly decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War.
Leif returned from combat and became the primary leadership instructor for all officers graduating from the SEAL training pipeline. There, he reshaped SEAL leadership training to better prepare the next generation of SEAL officers for the immense challenges of combat. During his last tour, Leif served as Operations Officer and Executive Officer at a SEAL Team where he again deployed to Iraq with a Special Operations Task Force. He is the recipient of the Silver Star, two Bronze Stars, and a Purple Heart.
Upon his departure from active duty, Leif co-founded Echelon Front, a premier leadership consulting company, where he serves as President, leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor. Echelon Front helps others build their own high-performance winning teams.
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#154 - Leif Babin | Extreme Ownership

Anthony Esperance from the legendary rock band PAPA ROACH joins us on the podcast! Papa Roach first debuted in 1993 and Nick has been a fan for years. We are honored to have Anthony sit down and discuss what it's like to be a rockstar in today's day and age. They cover topics such as: the health of musicians now in comparison to the 80's, the writing process of Papa Roach, Anthony's journey from being a young guitar player to writing hit songs, why passionately chasing your goals is so important, and the thoughts that get unlocked during a run. 
This is a fantastic episode for musicians, athletes, and those harnessing the Go One More mentality. You'll witness it throughout this whole conversation. 
Thanks again to Anthony for joining the show! 
Follow Anthony Esperance on Instagram: @twanista
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#153 - Anthony Esperance | Balancing Health & Fitness In The Music Industry (Papa Roach)

We're live with another Q&A session with Nick and Jordan Utter! The guys sit down to answer questions that you submitted on Instagram; with topics like: is social media essential to build a brand, how is Nick's health different during the Hybrid Build vs an Ultra Marathon prep, the best way to maintain a consistent, healthy diet, how to not sacrifice culture for the sake of growth, and does Nick drink alcohol. 
These episodes happen periodically from questions Nick will ask on his Instagram Story, so if you have questions for him, follow Nick @nickbarefitness. 
And follow along the Youtube Series "The Hybrid Build" on Youtube. New Episodes launch every Monday at 10:00AM CST
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#152 - Nick Bare Q&A | STAND FOR SOMETHING

Episode #151
THE HYBRID BUILD IS IN FULL EFFECT. Nick sets out on a 15-week journey to build strength and size, all while continuing to incorporate endurance into his training. Thus: the Hybrid Build.
In this episode, Tony Reyes joins Nick to ask how he plans to launch the Youtube series and all that will be measured during the coming months. Everything from nutrition, workouts, scheduling, and blood work will be covered in great detail during this time.
Strap in, we’re about to shake up the entire industry. Catch new episodes of The Hybrid Build Series on Mondays at 10:00AM CST only on Nick Bare's Youtube Channel.
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#151 - The Hybrid Build | Can You Gain Size & Strength While Still Running?

Nick sits down with prominent YouTuber and BPN Athlete, Will Tennyson, to discuss his growth as a content creator and the lessons that he's learned in the process. Will shares the importance of not confusing visibility with success, how he handles negative feedback to avoid taking it personally, and the belief that happiness lies in perspective. If you enjoyed this or past episodes of the show, make sure to subscribe to stay up-to-date on all of our weekly releases!
Follow Will on Youtube and Instagram:  @Will Tennyson   
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#150 - Will Tennyson | How to Avoid Fatigue with an Online Presence

Episode #149 
The more responsibility that you own, the higher levels of success you can achieve. In this episode, Nick goes solo and lays out the three experiences that taught him how to endure hardship. Learning not to quit is a skill that's practiced, and sometimes there are instances that we put ourselves through to develop that skill more and more.
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#149 - Nick Bare | Three Reasons Why I Don't Quit

Episode #148
Nick sits down with BPN leadership Kat Thomas, CRO, and Josh Holley, CFO, to discuss why BPN is expanding into retail. Even through all the success BPN has experienced, having products on store shelves will be a huge jump for the company. The team explains the decision making and thought process behind BPN's next big move, along with answering questions such as: "What advice would you give your younger self?" and "How much money does Starbucks make from their pumpkin spice drinks?"
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#148 - Kat Thomas & Josh Holley | BPN's Retail Expansion Strategy

Episode #147
Stefany Bare is BACK ON THE SHOW! She joins Nick on the podcast for their first public conversation since having their newborn, Charli Grace Bare. They answer questions that you all submitted via their Instagram about how their marriage has adjusted since being parents and what they've learned about each other in the process. Nick and Stef have honest and specific conversation that makes for a refreshing episode.
Follow Stef on Instagram: @stefany.bare
Check out her website: stefanybare.com
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#147 - Stefany Bare | How Parenting Has Changed Us

Episode 146: Nick sits down with his new Media Director over Nick Bare Fitness: Tony Reyes. 
Nick and Tony talk about the brand of Nick Bare Fitness and how getting back to documenting the progress is the best vision for the brand. HOWEVER, the guys ALSO talk about Tony’s experience moving his family across country with a trunk full of breast milk, the differences between Californian culture and Texan culture, Nick’s experience with masking tape, Aaron, the Production Manager, sipping Endopump for fun, and Nick exposes his all-serious desire to be a red blooded country singer.
These are only a few of the wild topics that are covered in this week’s episode of the Bare Performance Podcast. 
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#146 - Tony Reyes | Country Music Confidence

This week’s podcast is with Body Building Champion and Fitness Coach, Holly Baxter. Nick and Holly discuss how eating disorders have been intertwined throughout their individual journeys. They also explain why mental health should be equally considered while competing, the health of endurance athletes that they’ve met throughout the years, and how dieting should be monitored and evaluated.
About Holly:
Holly Baxter is a two time world champion fitness model in the Natural Universe and Natural Olympia competitions (2015) and recently achieved pro status with the WBFF. Holly also earned a bachelors in Food Science and a Masters in Dietetics. The combination of knowledge with her real world results and 5 years of coaching experience made her a great choice for the Director of Nutrition for BioLayne. She loves working with clients, producing informative content, and training other coaches to help make a positive difference in people’s health.
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#145 - Holly Baxter | Eating Disorders in Body Building

In this episode, Nick sits down with Layne Norton and discusses all the nuances of modern-day health research. They dive into the distinction between bro-science versus hypothesis-centered research, how to approach reading a medical study instead of self-help books, and Layne shares a number of stories of his fitness journey throughout the years. They also cover their entrepreneurial experiences and love for body building.
Layne drops a ton of scientific knowledge so bring a pen and paper!
Layne Norton, Ph.D., is a scientist, pro natural bodybuilder, raw elite powerlifter, and physique coach, among other things. He received his BS in Biochemistry, and his PhD in Nutritional Sciences.
He is a current IPF and USAPL world and national record-holder in squat (668 lb. at 93 kg), and a USAPL national record-holder in deadlift (711 lb. at 93 kg).
Layne's Resources:
How to read research guide: https://biolayne.com/reps/how-to-read-research-a-biolayne-guide/
REPS Research Review: https://biolayne.com/reps/
Carbon Diet Coach App: http://www.joincarbon.com
Coaching: http://www.biolayne.com/coaching
Educational courses: https://cleanhealth.edu.au/category/online-courses/layne-norton/
Our Books: https://biolaynestore.com/collections/accessories

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#144 - Layne Norton | Read Studies, Not Books

In this week's episode, Nick answers questions such as: what do people assume is easy for him but is actually difficult, how he's planning on raising his daughter, and if he feels like making money has changed him.
These Q&A podcasts are always snappy, informative, and of course entertaining. Episode #143 is now live on all streaming platforms.
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#143 - Nick Bare Q&A | What I Think About When I'm Alone

Nick begins by recapping the smashing success of BPN's 10th Birthday weekend. Thank you to all who came out for Athletic Club, our pop-up shop, and our VIP after-party! We had people fly in from Colorado, New Jersey, San Diego, even Amsterdam. Thank you!

Choosing Your Hard literally applies to every single person, because every person has difficult decisions to make throughout their day. Don't let your mind venture off into the extreme examples of "hard"; such as running a marathon, starting a business by yourself, or chipping away at student loans. Those definitely qualify, but bring it personal, as well. Choosing to read before bed instead of watching a TV show on Netflix, doing the dishes for your spouse when you come home from a long day, or being patient with the chaos of the first week of school.

Nick breaks down the mindset of Choosing Your Hard and the benefits that it brings to the longevity and sustainability of your life.

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