Beyond the Build Podcast

About Beyond the Build Podcast

The show explores the inspiring stories of everyday people from all walks of life wo prioritize fitness and healthy living, despite their unique backgrounds and challenges. Through honest conversations about upbringing, food relationships, and personal growth, each episode aims to eliminate excuses and empower listeners to take ownership of their health by showing that someone just like them is already doing it.

Publisher

Ken Schopp

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Jun 2025

Latest episode

15 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

20 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Jan 2026

   The Gym is my Therapy - Andrew - Beyond the Build - Ep. 20

   In this episode of the Beyond the Build podcast, we engage in a heartfelt conversation about fitness, mental health, and personal growth. We emphasize the importance of checking in on friends, the uniqueness of individual fitness journeys, and the significance of consistency in workouts. The discussion also touches on overcoming self-comparison, the impact of social media, and the necessity of celebrating small achievements. Andrew shares personal stories of injuries, nutrition tracking, and ...

2. 

   3 Dec 2025

   Music Producer, Marathoner - Alex Grajeda - Beyond the Build - Ep. 19

   In this episode, I sit down with Alex Grajeda, (AKA Cosmix) a passionate DJ, music producer, and marathoner, to discuss his journey through sports, music, and personal growth. Alex shares his experiences from childhood, the importance of community in running, and the challenges of balancing a full-time job with his music career. He emphasizes the significance of self-motivation, the lessons learned from failure, and the need to pursue passions for the right reasons. The conversation highlight...

3. 

   26 Nov 2025

   Jiu Jitsu Champion - Becoming the Mentor I Wish I Had - Zach Hutton - Beyond the Build - Ep. 18

   In this episode, Zach shares his inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and competitor. He discusses the impact of his upbringing, the importance of finding purpose, and the lessons learned through martial arts. Zach emphasizes the significance of community, authenticity, and personal growth, offering valuable advice for the younger generation. His story culminates in achieving double gold at a competition, symbolizing his dedication and...

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

38,756

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Podcast Authority Score: 35 / 100

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Quality

39

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

0

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