What does it really take to stay consistent with your training as a busy dad?

In this episode, I sit down with Baylor Cohu, a husband, father of two, full-time construction professional—and a man who hasn’t missed a workout in over 1,299 consecutive days.

Not as a fitness influencer.
Not as a full-time athlete.
But as a normal dad who decided consistency matters more than motivation.

Baylor breaks down how his training has evolved from heavy lifting to endurance running, how he structures his week around a demanding job and family life, and why starting before January is one of the biggest “massive flexes” a dad can make.

You’ll hear:

• How Baylor built a 3+ year no-miss workout streak without burnout

• What “training every day” actually looks like for a working dad

• How fitness became mental clarity, stress relief, and discipline—not punishment

• Why waiting for January is keeping most dads stuck

• How small daily wins build momentum that lasts for years

This episode is a reminder that you don’t need more time—you need higher standards.

If you’re a dad who wants to lead from the front in faith, family, and fitness, this conversation will challenge you to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start building momentum today.

🎧 Listen in, take notes, and then go get your work in.

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In this episode, I break down 10 rules for a 10x better dad life—not hacks, not trends, but habits that compound over time and actually work for real men with real responsibilities.

These rules are about strength, longevity, faith, and leadership—because none of this makes you special, but all of it makes you better.

Here’s what we cover:

Rule 1: Why dads should aim for 1g of protein per pound of bodyweight, and how to hit it without overthinking meals
Rule 2: The case for 2 cups of black coffee (focus, performance, zero nonsense)
Rule 3: How to consistently drink 3+ liters of water per day without relying on motivation
Rule 4: Why 4 sprint sessions per month can help preserve speed, confidence, and heart health
Rule 5: A realistic approach to 5 workouts per week, with at least 3 days of lifting
Rule 6: Why 60+ minutes of family play absolutely counts as fitness
Rule 7: The power of 7 minutes of daily mobility for joints, movement, and longevity
Rule 8: Why you don’t need perfect sleep—just 8-ish hours in bed consistently
Rule 9: How 9 minutes of morning sunlight improves mood, sleep, and energy
Rule 10: Why studying 10 Bible verses matters for dads who want strength without burnout

I’ll also share how to simplify each rule so you can actually stick with it—because intensity doesn’t win long-term, consistency does.

You don’t need to do all 10 perfectly.
Pick 2–3. Stack wins. Build momentum.

Strong dads build strong families.

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Most dads think they need a perfect plan, more talent, or the right moment to get ahead. But the truth? Someone with half your talent and twice your consistency is already beating you.

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In this episode, I break down the real reasons dads fall behind—and how to level up in the four areas that matter most: fitness, marriage, finances, and personal discipline.

You’ll learn:

• Why your fitness progress is slow (hint: your nightly drinks are destroying your results)

• How to train with integrity instead of ego—full-depth squats, extra reps, real effort

• The “60/40 Marriage Rule” that instantly improves your relationship

• Why building a side business while working a full-time job is the smartest move for dads

• How to reclaim hours every week by cutting alcohol, scrolling, and Netflix

• Practical habits to get ahead spiritually, physically, financially, and as a father

• How consistency—not talent—is the greatest multiplier for every area of your life

This episode is for the dad who wants to lead his family with strength, build financial freedom, improve his marriage, and finally get serious about his fitness.

If you're ready to stop making excuses and start winning in life, this is the episode you need.

In this episode of the Ben Barker Fitness Podcast, I break down the 5 systems every dad needs to audit before 2026: fitness, faith, fatherhood, marriage, and career. This isn’t a hype session — it’s a tactical, 10-minute tune-up to help you finish December with momentum and hit January already winning.

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Inside the episode:

• Fitness Audit:
Choose 2–3 strength lifts, a conditioning test (mile run, 2K row, assault bike), and one measurable mobility benchmark. Ask the key question: Am I stronger, fitter, and more mobile than last December?

• Faith System Audit:
Did you open your Bible daily in 2025? Were you praying proactively? Are you leading spiritually at home or relying on your church to do it for you?

• Fatherhood Audit:
Where are you present but not engaged? Ben breaks down how to reconnect, reduce distractions, and build deeper daily connection with your kids.

• Marriage Audit:
A quick scan on tone, presence, and intentionality. Plus: the 15-minute weekly marriage meeting Ben and his wife use to stay aligned.

• Career Audit:
Where are you wasting bandwidth? What meetings, distractions, or bad habits are draining your effectiveness? And what boundary will you set before January?

A strong dad isn’t built in January — he’s built in December.
Listen in, take action, and share this with a dad who wants to finish 2025 strong.

In this episode, we break down one unique exercise for every major muscle group — moves that are fun enough to keep you consistent but effective enough to actually build muscle.

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Because as dads, we want results…
but long-term, it’s about consistency, simplicity, and enjoying the process.

These movements challenge your body in new ways without falling into the “crazy TikTok workout” trap.
Just solid, smart training that helps you stay strong for your family.

Inside this episode:

• Why novelty boosts long-term consistency

• The difference between “unique” and “useless”

• 1 effective movement for: chest, back, quads, hamstrings, shoulders, traps, arms, calves, abs, low back, and forearms

• How to sprinkle in these exercises without derailing your program

• Why fatherhood + fitness go hand in hand

Featured Exercises:
Ring dips, devil squats, high KB row, monkey foot curls, KB archers, calf raises done right, cheat curls, Tate press, snatch high pulls, reverse hyper, ring L-sits, and pinch carries.

In this episode of the Ben Barker Fitness Podcast, I break down 6 proven strategies every dad needs to build REAL discipline—especially during the chaos of the holidays. If you’re tired of relying on motivation that comes and goes, this episode will show you how to build the kind of long-term consistency that creates strong bodies, strong minds, and strong families.
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• Join a brotherhood of disciplined dads — apply for the Fit Fathers Fellowship and start leading from the front: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1460508811755740/

Inside the episode, we dig into:
• Why motivation fails and how discipline takes over
• How to stack habits so fitness becomes automatic
• The power of prepping your gym bag the night before
• Why having a plan skyrockets your results
• How accountability transforms dads into leaders
• And why taking messy action TODAY beats waiting for the perfect moment

If you want this holiday season to be the one where you stop starting over… this is your episode.
Let’s get after it.

This week on the Ben Barker Fitness Podcast, I share 10 powerful ways for dads to strengthen their body, mind, and spirit through the winter months. What started as a plan to talk about immunity turned into a full conversation on men’s mental health awareness for Movember — because physical health and mental health go hand-in-hand.

From vitamin D and community to family playtime and faith, these are practical, science-backed habits every dad needs to stay strong for your family this winter.

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Dads, we’ve got less than two months left in the year — and it’s time to finish strong. Comfort kills growth, and too many men are living soft, distracted, and uninspired lives. In this episode, Ben Barker challenges you to step outside your comfort zone in your faith, family, fitness, and finances so you can lead your home with strength and purpose.

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In this episode, we cover:

• How to pursue your wife with passion again — date her, pray with her, and lead her well.

• Why you must push your workouts close to failure to spark new muscle growth.

• The importance of deepening your faith beyond a Sunday routine.

• How to serve faithfully in your work and take control of your finances.

🚀 Stop coasting. Start leading.
Because dreams die in the comfort zone — but your purpose lives outside of it.