Mitch signed up for a sprint triathlon with one minor problem…

He barely knew how to swim.

In this episode of **Dads, Deals & Dumbbells**, Joe sits down with Dr. Mitch Quill to break down his first-ever sprint triathlon—from the nerves on the beach, to surviving the swim, navigating transitions, hammering the bike, and finally crossing the finish line.

They get into what training really looked like while running a business and raising three kids, whether the expensive gear was worth it, what was going through Mitch’s head when the swim got ugly, and why doing hard things has a way of carrying over into fatherhood, business, leadership, and life.

Plus, Joe puts Mitch through a rapid-fire **Deal or Dumbbell** round covering bad decisions, triathlon gear, early-morning swims, quitting thoughts, and whether Mitch is crazy enough to do another one.

In this episode:
• Mitch’s biggest fear going into his first triathlon
• Training with almost no swimming background
• What race day nerves really felt like
• Surviving the swim and getting to the bike
• Lessons from training while raising kids and running a business
• Why confidence compounds when you do uncomfortable things
• What our kids learn by watching us struggle
• Whether Mitch is already planning triathlon #2 (hint, not only did he plan, he already did it!)

The big takeaway: you don’t have to be perfectly prepared to start. Progress beats perfection, consistency beats talent, and sometimes the most important thing your kids can see is you doing something hard anyway.

If you enjoyed the episode, **subscribe**, leave a comment, and send it to another dad who needs a push to do the thing he’s been putting off.

**Dads, Deals & Dumbbells** is where dad life meets business hustle and barbells.

Lift something heavy.
Love your family.
Close the deal.
And don’t be afraid to jump into the deep end.

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Thinking about buying a small business instead of starting one from scratch? In this episode of Dads, Deals & Dumbbells, Joe and Dr. Quill break down how to evaluate a business under $100,000 before you write the check.

We’re talking about the kinds of deals regular people actually see: lawn care routes, cleaning businesses, mobile detailing setups, vending routes, small e-commerce stores, local service businesses, fitness client lists, equipment-based side hustles, and more. Some are legit opportunities. Some are overpriced jobs with a logo. And some are full-blown dumpster fires.

In this episode, we cover:

What you’re really buying in a sub-$100K business deal
How to verify revenue before trusting the seller’s story
Why SDE matters more than fancy financial terms
How to calculate valuation and payback period
When a customer list is actually worth something
How to spot owner dependency
What equipment and assets should be included
Deal structure basics for small acquisitions
Real-world “Deal or Dumpster Fire” scenarios

The big question: are you buying cash flow, customers, equipment, a brand, or just a stressful second job?

Joe brings the legal and business perspective. Dr. Quill brings the health, dad-life, and real-world operator mindset. Together, they walk through the red flags, green flags, and sanity checks every future business buyer should know.

Small deals can be a great first step into ownership — or a very expensive way to buy yourself nights, weekends, and a used trailer full of regret.

Subscribe for more episodes on fatherhood, entrepreneurship, fitness, mindset, and building something that actually cash flows.

Now go lift something heavy, hug your kids, and close a smart deal.

Episode Title: Deal or Dumpster Fire: How to Evaluate a Business Before You Buy It
Podcast: Dads, Deals & Dumbbells
Hosts: Joe and Dr. Mitchell Quill
Topics: Small business acquisition, entrepreneurship, dad life, deal evaluation, cash flow, fitness mindset

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💪 Inside Crunch Fitness: Dad Life, Leadership, Fitness & Building Confidence | Dads, Deals and Dumbbells Podcast 🏋️‍♂️🔥

This week, we took the podcast ON THE ROAD to the brand-new Crunch Fitness in Bolingbrook — and this episode turned into way more than a gym tour.

Joe and Dr. Quill sit down with Crunch GM Jadae McGuire to talk about:

Building confidence through fitness
Raising strong, resilient kids
Coaching athletes and future leaders
Entrepreneurship and employee culture
Why dads need to stop trying to do everything alone
And how fitness changes way more than just your body

If you’ve ever struggled balancing business, fatherhood, health, and life chaos — this episode is packed with real talk, motivation, and practical advice.

🔥 In This Episode:

Why small daily habits matter more than perfection
The mindset difference between good athletes and great leaders
How confidence is built in the gym AND at home
Why dads need to let kids fail sometimes
The importance of emotional discipline for kids
Fitness advice for busy dads who haven’t worked out in years
How gyms like Crunch help beginners avoid injury and stay consistent
Entrepreneurship lessons on hiring, leadership, and company culture

🏋️ Crunch Fitness Bolingbrook Highlights:

Massive 24/7 facility
Dual turf areas
Olympic lifting platforms
Functional training zones
Group fitness classes
Sauna and recovery center
Childcare included
Affordable memberships
Personal training and fitness planning

Huge thanks to Jadae and the Crunch team for hosting us and giving us a behind-the-scenes look at one of the best fitness facilities in the area.

📍 Crunch Fitness Bolingbrook
352 Commons Drive
Bolingbrook, Illinois

💥 Favorite Quotes From This Episode:
"Confidence changes everything."
"You can teach speed. You can teach strength. But you need the willingness to grow."
"Your kids don’t need perfection — they need consistency."
"Fitness is education. Don’t walk into a gym without a plan."

👊 Whether you’re:

A dad trying to get back in shape
A business owner managing a team
A former athlete chasing consistency again
Or just trying to survive parenthood without losing your sanity…

…this episode is for you.

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🎙️ Dads, Deals and Dumbbells is the podcast where fatherhood, entrepreneurship, fitness, and mindset all collide. Hosted by a lawyer and a chiropractor navigating business ownership, raising kids, and trying to stay strong physically and mentally.

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