In this episode of Reppin' Fitness, Coach Brick Headstrong sits down with Andy Morgan, founder of RippedBody.com and co-author of The Muscle and Strength Pyramids, to discuss the truth behind fitness coaching, the dangers of misinformation, and the importance of sustainable habits.Andy shares his journey from being attacked as a teenager to becoming a respected coach in Japan, emphasizing the significance of consistency, community, and critical thinking in achieving long-term fitness goals.Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned lifter, this conversation offers valuable insights into navigating the fitness industry and building a healthier lifestyle.Timestamps:0:00 – Brick meets Andy Morgan (Ripped Body) 1:30 – Training talk & rep ranges 4:30 – Fitness Charlatans & the supplement industry 7:30 – How Andy built Japan’s top fitness site 9:30 – The truth behind quick-fix fitness products 11:00 – Why some influencers aren’t real coaches 13:00 – The trap of extreme diet tribes 15:30 – How Brick can grow as a coach 19:00 – Why people aren’t in a calorie deficit 22:00 – Weekend eating mistakes & underreporting 23:30 – Andy’s backstory: street attack & karate 25:30 – Tips for kids to get stronger 27:00 – Final question: Brick vs Andrew Coates 27:30 – Outro & thank you Andy Morgan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Andy_RippedBody

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Coach Brick sits down with EliteFTS founder and strength legend Dave Tate for a powerful conversation on lifting, longevity, and the one thing gyms are missing: community.

From overcoming bullying through strength to building a decades-long coaching career, Dave shares the mindset and mistakes that shaped him. They also dive into what makes a real coach, how training should change as you age, and why old-school lifts still work best.

🎯 Topics:

- Why strength is more than muscle

- The #1 mistake beginners make

- How to spot clout-chasing coaches

- Why community matters more than ever

- Training smart past your 30s, 40s & beyond

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In this episode of Reppin' Fitness, Coach Brick Headstrong sits down with fitness coach Dr Joey Munoz for a real talk about calories, diets, and why most people are overcomplicating what it takes to get healthy.

From understanding how calories actually work to why “named diets” (like keto, carnivore, and juice cleanses) miss the mark—Joey breaks it all down with practical advice you can actually use. Whether you're trying to lose weight, gain muscle, or just get a handle on emotional eating, this episode helps cut through the noise.

Inside you’ll find:

- A simple breakdown of calories, macros, and metabolism

- Why diet quality and quantity matter

- The real reason your lifestyle might be holding you back

- How emotional eating, stress, and sleep tie into results

- Why most “popular” diets aren’t the answer

This isn’t about shortcuts—it’s about doing it right.

0:00 – Intro & Kid Blocks on Set

0:40 – Meet Joey Muñoz & Monday Gym Routines

1:30 – Joey’s Full-Body Training Schedule

2:10 – Raising Kids & Making Fitness Work

2:30 – Joey’s First Gym Experience

3:15 – What Rep Ranges Work Best?

4:17 – Why Do You Want to Lose Weight?

5:12 – Common Diet Trends & Pitfalls

6:23 – What Actually Works for Fat Loss

7:14 – Understanding Calories & Hunger

8:02 – Caloric Intake & Energy Balance Explained

9:32 – Talking Emotional Eating & Client Struggles

12:07 – How Lifestyle Interference Impacts Results

14:10 – The Word 'Diet' & Why It’s Misleading

15:20 – Tracking Macros vs. Intuitive Eating

17:30 – Brick’s Panda & the Cookie Problem

18:00 – Extreme Diets Clients Try

19:10 – What Is Ozempic? How It Works

20:30 – Risks & Benefits of Weight Loss Medications

21:20 – Why Diet Quality Still Matters

22:30 – Can You Lose Fat & Build Muscle?

23:40 – Brick Wants Size Without Losing Abs

24:20 – Who Inspired Joey’s Fitness Journey?

26:40 – Exercises to Get Strong Without a Gym

27:48 – Outro

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