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Dec 28, 2021

Welcome back to another episode of The Michael Caz Podcast. Joining me this week is my wife Adee Cazayoux. Today, we’re talking about our favorite annual review and goal setting process. This is something we’ve implemented a few years back and we’ve have been hooked ever since. In this episode we’ll be getting into why we do this every year, the structure of our review process, and most importantly, how you can start doing it for yourself as well.

Be sure to check out the links below to see some of the specific questions we ask ourselves that help us set new goals for the new year.

 

Topics of discussion:

09:40 - Lululemon vision & goals worksheet

13:00 - Anthony Gustin Annual Review

15:50 - Tips for goal setting

 

Resources from the show:

Lululemon Vision & Goals Worksheet

Anthony Gustin Annual Review

Dec 15, 2021

Chris Williamson is the host of the Modern Wisdom Podcast, where his conversations help us explore how to make sense of the world and each other. In this episode we’re covering a fews topics including how to find your soulmate and what it means to “turn pro”. Be sure to check out his show for more thought provoking conversations!

 

Resources from the show:

Modern Wisdom Podcast

Blog

Nov 29, 2021

Jason Nemer is the cofounder of the AcroYoga International, a movement practice that combines the balance and connection of yoga, with the fitness and intensity of acrobatics, as well as the holistic healing power of physical therapy. In today’s episode Jason talks about the core principles of acroyoga; movement, connection, and playfulness, and how their application can help shift one's belief on themselves, others, and the world around them.

 

Resources from the show:

Move, Connect, Play - Jason Nemer

Nov 15, 2021

Lucas Krump is the co-founder of EVRYMAN, a company that helps men live fuller and more connected lives, through meet-ups and retreats, with one mission; to tap into the collective wisdom of every man in order to connect, grow, learn, and help promote men’s wellness. In today’s episode we’re talking about the importance of connectedness in the male community, the passing of wisdom, and the healing effects of brotherhood. 

 

Resources from the show:

EVRYMAN

Nov 4, 2021

Charlie Hoehn is the author of Play For A Living as well as the advisor for Tim Ferris, Tucker Max, and Ramit Sethi. In today’s episode Charlie is here to talk about the power of play and how implementing play into your life and career can lead to better performance.

 

What you’ll learn:

The power of play 

How to increase productivity

How to find more purpose

Oct 18, 2021

Lauren Walsh is the founder of the Global Sisterhood, a community teaching women how to hold space for healing. In today’s episode Lauren shares her experiences with facilitating deep, transformational discussions within her family and friend groups and the impact it’s had on her life. Tune in to learn more about how you can start hosting women’s circles and discovering your own personal path to freedom.

 

What you’ll learn:

  • Transformational healing
  • Holding space for yourself and others
  • Building self confidence
Oct 4, 2021

Brian Sanders is a filmmaker and the creator of the Food Lies, a documentary about what humans are supposed to eat, where we went wrong and what we can do to fix it. In today’s episode Brian share his experience living with an African tribe and what he’s learned from nutritional and lifestyle standpoint.

 

What you’ll learn:

  • Eating for longevity
  • Being present: living in the moment
  • Nutrition dense food vs. calorie dense foods
Sep 20, 2021

Heath Diekert is the frontman of The Diekert Group, where he helps CEOs and business owners grow and experience positive changes in their personal and professional lives. In today’s episode Heath shares some of his unique techniques that will help you stay focused on your goal, avoid “drift”, as well as the greatest self-awareness tool I’ve ever come across known as the 360-interview process. Enjoy the show.

 

What you’ll learn:

  • Focusing on your goal
  • Heath’s pre-call ritual
  • 360-interview process

 

Resources from the show:

Website

Sep 6, 2021

Annie Lala isn’t just any relationship coach, she is OUR relationship coach. In this episode Adee and I are sharing one of our very own personal coaching sessions with Annie where we discuss praise in our relationship and how to let go of things that no longer serve you. 

 

Resources from the show:

Instagram

Website

Aug 23, 2021

Mike Bledsoe is the founder of The Strong Coach and the former Shrugged Collective. In today’s episode Mike talks about his Barbell Business falling apart and some of the valuable lessons he’s learned from the experience. We’ll also be getting into a concept known as language upgrade and how it's not just about what you say, but how you say it that really matters.

 

Resources from the show:

Instagram

Website

Aug 9, 2021

Tim Kennedy is a man’s man. He is an Army Green Beret turned former top 5 Middleweight UFC Fighter, and the founder of Sheepdog Response where he helps people develop the skills to successfully respond to threats. 

Today’s episode is a true testament of what happens when you do tough things. In this episode Tim shares some of the hardest experiences of his life and what he’s learned from them. 

 

Resources from the show:

Apogee Strong

Apogee Cedar Park

Sheepdog Response

Jul 26, 2021

Nick Bare is the founder of Bare Performance Nutrition, as well as a US Army Infantry Veteran. In today’s episode we’re talking about leadership characteristics he learned in the military and how he’s used those skills in starting a nutrition company, and influencing people under distress. 

Resources from the show:

Bare Performance Nutrition

Instagram

Podcast

25 Hours A Day (Book)

Jul 12, 2021

Bruce was a participant in ABC’s Extreme Weight Loss about five years ago and he lost over 200 pounds in one year.  Bruce shared his weight loss story with me in episode 6. Today he’s highlighting the differences that separate him from the participants that haven’t been able to keep the weight off. We talk goal setting, hitting rock bottom, and why your excuses are completely worthless. Enjoy the show!

Topics of discussion:

[:45] Why 90% of extreme weight loss participants gain the weight back.

[6:03] The importance of keeping promises to yourself.

[8:29] The key difference between motivation and drive.

[10:47] Overcoming challenging moments after Extreme Weight Loss.

[17:17] The effect of trauma on obesity and how it changed Bruce.

[23:25] Goal setting, integrity and all about The Champ Within.

[33:25] Building integrity with yourself and handling breakdowns.

[38:46] What Bruce has learned as a coach — after hitting rock bottom.

[43:13] Larger Than Life — The Bruce Pitcher Story.

[44:31] Bruce’s tips for taking the first step forward.

[46:47] Connecting with Bruce Pitcher.

Links:

@brucepitcher on Instagram

BrucePitcherEWL on Facebook

 

Jul 5, 2021

Taylor Lou Dixon is a Lifestyle Design Coach who is mentoring women in the business world to unlock their next level identity. In this episode Taylor shares her three step process for teaching her clients how to foster more authenticity, and unlock their limitless creativity and mastery.

What you’ll learn:

19:20 - The re-invent process

28:45 - Finding your convicted message 

31:30 - Your effortless impact

Resources mentioned:

The Dark Side of the Light Chasers - Ford

The E-Myth - Gerber

Follow Taylor Lou Dixon:

Website

Instagram

Jun 28, 2021

Whether you’re looking to improve your current love life or expand your non-existent one — you’ll want to hear what the love guru, Jayson Gaddis from The Relationship School, has to say.

 

On this week’s episode, Jayson’s covering topics of attracting an ideal partner, the taboo of polyamory vs monogamy in the modern world, the many nuances that we find in modern love like marriage and divorce, and how to understand when to walk away from a relationship.

 

 

Topics:

09:23 – Marriage and divorce

12:41 – Vulnerability in relationships

16:15 – Sex in relationships

27:30 – How to attract a partner

35:00 – When to step away from a relationship

45:00 – The best rituals for your relationship

 

Links:

Smart Couple Podcast

The Relationship School

 

Books:

Sex at Dawn – Christopher Ryan

Jun 21, 2021

One of the original CrossFit gymnastics experts, Carl Paoli, makes an appearance on the Brute Podcast this week, but instead of talking shop, Carl gets into some of his more recent accolades in lifestyle coaching.

 

Carl shares his best tips for designing the life of your dreams, controlling your emotions and taking charge of creating your own reality. There’s a lot to be said about taking an active effort in pursuing your biggest passions, and this episode’s purpose is to guide you on the path to creating the life you’ve always wanted.

 

Topics:

 

13:50 – Courage & authenticity

18:30 – 2013 hiatus & lessons learned

26:40 – Lifestyle design/life coaching

39:00 – Labeling emotions

56:50 – Creating a lifestyle



Links:

 

freestyleconnection.com

Freestyle Connection

Carl Paoli

YouTube

 

Books:

 

Free+Style: Maximize Sport & Life Performance with 4 Basic Movements – Paoli

Jun 14, 2021

This week on the Michael Caz Podcast, I’m joined by my wife Adee Cazayoux. In today’s episode we’re talking about Michael Singer’s lecture series, “Living From A Place Of Surrender”. In it, we discuss our key takeaways as well as some tips that may help you reach a spiritual breakthrough, let go of stress and fear, and align with the flow of living life in the moment. 

What you’ll learn:

  • How to influence your reality and your environment
  • Ways to become more present 
  • Ending suffering 

Resources from the show:

Living From A Place Of Surrender - Michael Singer

Jun 7, 2021

This week I’m excited to introduce you to the Squat King himself, Dr. Aaron Horschig. In this episode we’ll be diving into a lot of the concepts and principles highlighted in his book, The Squat Bible, as well as how we can ultimately improve the performance of our athletes through the quality of movement. Be sure to check below for links to his book and his website. Enjoy the show.

Topics of discussion:

2:45 - The looking glass of movement 

13:00 - Empowering the patient 

19:14 - Conscious eating - What’s your relationship with food?

21:50 - Falling in love with the process

26:18 - Why the Squat is so important for a healthy lifestyle

33:30 - The Squat Bible

49:30 - The fastest way to increase your mobility 

56:50 - Finding the right PT for you

 

Links:

The Squat Bible - Horschig

Squat University

 

 

May 31, 2021

Andrew Drish was the Co-Founder of The Foundation, an online mentoring program for entrepreneurs. He has since shifted his focus and partnered with relationship experts to create coaching programs to help people struggling with break up, divorce, dating, sex, and much more. In today’s episode we’re answering questions such as how to know when it’s time for something new, experiencing a burn-out, and why you should be hanging out with people who are better than you. 

What you’ll learn:

  • Finding your path
  • Building meaningful relationships 
  • Entrepreneurship 

Resources from the show:

The Surrender Experiment - Michael Singer

The Art Of Love

May 24, 2021

This show is a special episode that I do each month with my wife Adee Cazayoux, owner of Working Against Gravity. Adee and her company have worked with over 15,000 people — helping them transform their lives by dialing in on their nutrition. These special episodes are always favorites and some of the most popular I’ve done. Today we’re talking about being consistent with your diet, accuracy, goal setting, nutrient timing and more. Enjoy the show!

 

Topics of discussion:

07:08 - Capitalize on your new year momentum — the right way to do goal setting starts with micro goals.

11:19 - Want a six pack in six months? Start with your ‘why,’ then break it down.

16:37 - Identify and overcome your obstacles before you hit them.

20:10 - What to do when the motivation just isn’t there.

23:56 - 2017 lessons learned — making friends, control, taking accountability, and focusing on what you can do for other people.

36:01 - Q&A — best food options post workout.

40:10 - The science behind eating higher carbs and losing weight.

44:13 - Finding time to eat a healthy, fulfilling breakfast — and my favorite fast recipe.

47:30 - The importance of vegetables in your diet.

49:07 - What Adee wants you to know, and how to connect with her.

 

Links:

@adeecazayoux on Instagram

Working Against Gravity

Working Against Gravity on Facebook

@WorkingAgainstGravity on Instagram

 

Apr 5, 2021

John Berardi is one of the co-founders of Precision Nutrition as well as the author of “Change Maker”. In today’s episode John shares his creative process for writing quality content, as well as some cues and signals that will help you identify when you are in your most creative state. 

 

What you’ll learn:

  • Tips on clearing your mind
  • The creative thinking process
  • Thinking more clearly and fluidly
Mar 22, 2021

Elliot Roe is a leading expert for mindset optimization for high performers and the #1 mindset coach for poker players. In today’s episode Elliot shares his knowledge on mental and emotional fitness and how to rewrite your brain software using the power of hypnotherapy so that you can operate in a state of peak performance everyday. 

What you’ll learn:

  • Understanding self-limiting beliefs 
  • Myths about hypnosis
  • The power of the subconscious mind 
  • Achieving flow state

Resources:

Primed Mind App

Elliotroe.com

Mar 8, 2021

Mike Lee is a former light-heavyweight pro boxer. In today’s episode he shares his experiences of winning a fight after breaking a rib, overcoming extreme setbacks, and how he used mindset, meditation, and alternative medicine to overcome an auto-immune disease, ankylosing spondylitis. 

 

What you’ll learn:

  • Ankylosing spondylitis 
  • Alternative medicine; CBD
  • Staying calm under stress
  • Forging an unbreakable mindset 

 

Resources:

The Way Of The Superior Man - David Deida

Feb 22, 2021

Stacy Bare is a former Captain in the US Army, as well as the 2014 National Geographic - Adventurer of The Year. In today’s episode Stacy shares his passion for the outdoors as well as his idea of nature and what it can do fro your sobriety, recovery, and overall well being. 

 

What you’ll learn:

  • Nature and recovery
  • Redefining recovery and addiction 
  • The power of community 

 

Resources mentioned:

Happy Grizzly Adventures

Instagram 

Tribe - Junger

Feb 8, 2021

Nat Eliason is the founder of the marketing agency, Growth Machine, as well as the creator of the Stamena app. 

In today’s episode, Nat shares his insight on the power of being connected to your environment, as well as how to increase your productivity and how he untintentionally became a sex expert. 

What you’ll learn:

  • How to last longer in bed
  • Unplugging from constant stimuli 
  • How to increase your rate of learning 

Resources mentioned:

Stamena App

www.nateliason.com

Books mentioned:

The Unabomber Manifesto

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