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Find Your Reason. Build Your Story A podcast from a personal trainer that gets deeper than the usual ”I want to lose 10 pounds” so we can find out why a lot of people fail when starting a transformation.
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Sunday Oct 31, 2021
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
Getting back in the groove, Brandon and myself talk about why we are changing training methods for much needed growth. I go into how I screwed up recently and how I am going to own up for it and fix it.
Plus
Where are all the good gyms in West Virginia????
To follow us
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@hodge_built808
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Saturday Oct 30, 2021
Saturday Oct 30, 2021
One reason so many people fail is lack of resilience. Being defeated or set back from your goals can cause you to fail, or it can make you a champion depending on how you analyze, identify, and apply the experience. IFBB Pro Domenick Dibenedetto shares with us what he has learned now that he has finished a month of back to back competitions in Classic Physique. He believes resilience is something everyone can learn and he tells us how.
Follow Domenick on IG:
@dibz_ifbbpro
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To learn more about what Akira does and how he can help:
IG: @coachakiraofficial
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Saturday Oct 23, 2021
Saturday Oct 23, 2021
Life is goal setting and problem solving. If you have stopped solving problems you have stopped moving forward.
Why are goals better than dreams? How can focusing on one keep you from the other even if they are related. What is the “Drama Cycle” and how has it caused so many people to fail?
Thinking too far ahead can be negative (my prep for example)
Tell the story of my app and how it was something that should have waited
I could have spent that time becoming a better trainer and building a name and brand first.
Follow Domenick on IG:
@dibz_ifbbpro
https://www.instagram.com/dibz_ifbbpro/
To learn more about what Akira does and how he can help:
IG: @coachakiraofficial
https://www.instagram.com/coachakiraofficial/
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www.hodgebuilt.com
Wednesday Oct 20, 2021
Wednesday Oct 20, 2021
IFBB Pro D’Andre Booker joins us to talk about his journey from losing contests to winning his IFBB pro card. With gyms shut down due to the pandemic, he innovated his prep instead of quitting, and won his pro card at the 2021 NPC Universe. We also discuss (trainer to trainer) common setbacks with people who want to get into this sport as well as seasoned veterans that change coaches to try a new approach.
Social media has provided a way for thin skinned people to dodge constructive criticism, convincing themselves they are ready for something that still requires more work, and has made being unhealthy the new normal.
This episode is a good “wake up call” that everyone can benefit from listening to.
To follow Dre on IG:
https://www.instagram.com/nupefaceoffitness/
Saturday Oct 16, 2021
Saturday Oct 16, 2021
How can you tell a true friend from someone who just wants something from you? You need to know this so you can cut off those that are holding you back.
One mistake some true friends might make is laying down pressure when all they are trying to do is show support. What are better ways for them to support without adding to the stress or workload?
Follow Domenick on IG:
@dibz_ifbbpro
https://www.instagram.com/dibz_ifbbpro/
To learn more about what Akira does and how he can help:
IG: @coachakiraofficial
https://www.instagram.com/coachakiraofficial/
To follow me and my social media outlets for videos, podcasts, and more awesome stuff:
Or
www.hodgebuilt.com
Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
New IFBB Pro (Wellness) Leticia Allen joins us to discuss the challenges of this sport that most on the outside do not realize. She explains what actual manifestation requires in order to become who you want to be and why most people get it wrong. Most people do not use every free moment to stay focused nor do they have the will power to reset their thought process to battle common obstacles that come with this sport. Learning how to do this, and putting forth your hard effort, will put everything in the right place for you to get what you want.
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Sunday Oct 10, 2021
Sunday Oct 10, 2021
People on the outside always want to share their opinion about something they have never experienced. Others think they are coaches who give the best advice that can change the world when in reality, their words mean nothing. Sometimes the best thing to do is sit back and let us do what we do, and if you really want to put your 2 cents in, jump in our shoes for a bit first.
Follow Domenick on IG: @dibz_ifbbpro https://www.instagram.com/dibz_ifbbpro/
To learn more about what Akira does and how he can help:
IG: @coachakiraofficial
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Sunday Oct 03, 2021
Sunday Oct 03, 2021
We all know someone or have been that person that talks about making change but never takes the first step. Just talking about it seems to give a quick reward but does not provide the satisfaction they desire. Our society is programmed to be validated by thumbs up and hearts instead of acting and showing results. "Like me for who I am" seems legit but is it really an excuse to make people feel bad for calling you out? Akira and myself reflect back on our own past to provide insight on why people do this and why it does not bring the satisfaction they desire.
Follow Domenick on IG:
@dibz_ifbbpro
https://www.instagram.com/dibz_ifbbpro/
To learn more about what Akira does and how he can help:
IG: @coachakiraofficial
https://www.instagram.com/coachakiraofficial/
akiwar7244@gmail.com
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www.hodgebuilt.com
Sunday Sep 26, 2021
Sunday Sep 26, 2021
We have lost the definition on what a true friend really is. We think more is better and strive hard to be popular when it’s taking us away from what we were put here to do. Is helping others with no concept of reward a bad trait? Some of us are not supposed to fit in and that is fine, we have bigger and better things to do, and will meet incredible, genuine people along the way. Join Akira and myself as we discuss why you should not fit in on this episode of Mind Muscle Connection.
Follow Domenick on IG:
@dibz_ifbbpro
https://www.instagram.com/dibz_ifbbpro/
To learn more about what Akira does and how he can help:
IG: @coachakiraofficial
https://www.instagram.com/coachakiraofficial/
To follow me and my social media outlets for videos, podcasts, and more awesome shit:
Or
www.hodgebuilt.com
Sunday Sep 19, 2021
Sunday Sep 19, 2021
Most people do not care what you are doing. We focus on getting validation from those that do not care and stop focusing on the coach or mentor that does care, shooting ourselves in the foot. Why? Is trauma from the past causing you to repeat the same cycle? The boys talk about this dilemma and how to over come it.
Follow Domenick on IG:
@dibz_ifbbpro
https://www.instagram.com/dibz_ifbbpro/
To learn more about what Akira does and how he can help:
IG: @coachakiraofficial
https://www.instagram.com/coachakiraofficial/
To follow me and my social media outlets for videos, podcasts, and more awesome shit:
Or
www.hodgebuilt.com