RECALIBRATE Podcast

About RECALIBRATE Podcast

Welcome to  "Recalibrate" with Leon Lopez,  the podcast that explores the journey of personal change and positive progress. Join host Leon Lopez as he navigates through a wide range of topics. From discussing the latest news to sharing personal stories and offering practical advice, each episode aims to inspire listeners to recalibrate their own lives and embrace positive change. Whether you're looking for insightful conversations or just a dose of inspiration, "Recalibrate" is your go-to podcast for engaging content that challenges the status quo and encourages personal growth. Tune in and join Leon as he shares his thoughts, opinions, and experiences, all with the goal of helping you recalibrate your life and embark on a journey of positive transformation.

Publisher

Leon Lopez

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

7 Oct 2024

Latest episode

8 May 2026

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   8 May 2026

   Built Different - Mike Lassig on Discipline & Consistency

   Mike Lassig, a former California Highway Patrol officer and decorated natural bodybuilder, shares his journey of maintaining a disciplined fitness regimen while balancing a demanding career and family life. His consistency, determination, and mutual support with his spouse have been instrumental in his success. The conversation covers the importance of a supportive partner in fitness, the fundamentals of losing fat and gaining muscle, the role of nutrition and hiring a coach, obtaining fitness goals and the role of a coach, maintaining physique and the role of a coach, body recomposition and gender differences, challenges and misconceptions for women in fitness, beginner mistakes in fitness and nutrition, progressive overload and training smarter, adapting workouts with age, avoiding shoulder injuries and ego lifting, alternatives to bench press and smart lifting, and the importance of sleep, recovery, and stretching. The conversation delves into the impact of sleep on growth and recovery, the importance of rest days and recovery, the transition to once-a-week training frequency, the impact of cardio on muscle mass, different training splits and approaches, and a discussion on performance-enhancing drugs. The conversation delves into the therapeutic nature of exercise, highlighting its role as a form of therapy for mental and emotional well-being. It also explores the creative and clarity-inducing effects of workouts, the life lessons learned from bodybuilding, and the debunking of fitness myths while offering valuable advice for fitness enthusiasts. Takeaways Consistency Determination Importance of a supportive partner The significance of hiring a coach for fitness goals Importance of Sleep Recovery and Rest Days Training Frequency and Split Cardio and its Impact Performance Enhancing Drugs Exercise as Therapy Creativity and Clarity During Workouts Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mike Lassig 06:14 Addiction to Working Out 11:24 Success in Fitness 17:52 Fitness and Family Life 24:07 Fundamentals of Losing Fat and Gaining Muscle 29:50 Challenges and Misconceptions for Women in Fitness 36:16 Adapting Workouts with Age 42:28 Importance of Sleep, Recovery, and Stretching 48:05 Cardio and its Impact on Muscle Mass 01:01:34 Exercise as Therapy

2. 

   31 Jan 2026

   Overcoming Procrastination: Steps to Success

   **Follow us on Instagram for more content and updates: @Recalibrate_Pod (https://www.instagram.com/recalibrate_pod/profilecard/?igsh=b3BiNXN6dmR6dnMy). Summary In this episode of the Recalibrate Podcast, host Leon Lopez delves into the pervasive theme of fear and its role in hindering personal growth and achievement. He discusses how fear manifests as procrastination and self-sabotage, preventing individuals from pursuing their goals. Leon emphasizes the importance of acknowledging fear, taking immediate action, and maintaining consistency in overcoming obstacles. He shares personal anecdotes and practical steps to help listeners confront their fears and take control of their lives, ultimately encouraging them to transform their mindset and embrace action.

3. 

   12 Dec 2025

   Mark Atherton - Lessons from a Self-Made Entrepreneur

   Leon interviews Mark Atherton, founder of On Your Mark Graphics, about the pivotal advice that inspired him to launch his graphic design company and shape his entrepreneurial journey.

4. 

   3 Aug 2025

   Crash to Comeback - The Resurgence of Martin Lloyd

   Martin Lloyd recounts his inspiring journey from a life-altering accident to a remarkable comeback, detailing resilience and determination in an interview with Leon.

5. 

   28 Jul 2025

   Speak Like You Mean It: 5 Keys to Public Speaking

   This episode explores five principles that help speakers deliver clear, engaging messages and tell impactful stories in any setting.

6. 

   6 May 2025

   Fit Over 40: How "The Fit Over 40 Man" Program Helped Me Build Muscle, Burn Fat, and Stay Strong

   Follow us on Instagram for more content and updates: @Recalibrate_Pod. In this episode of the Recalibrate Podcast, I’m diving into my personal journey with The Fit Over 40 Man program and breaking down exactly how it’s helped me build muscle, burn fat, and stay strong—despite a busy lifestyle and the challenges of getting older. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s possible to transform your fitness after 40, I’m here to tell you it absolutely is. I share real results, what’s worked (and wha...

7. 

   17 Feb 2025

   Grind Season

   Follow us on Instagram for more content and updates: @Recalibrate_Pod. February is Grind Season—the time when New Year’s resolutions start to fade, and most people throw in the towel. In this episode of the Recalibrate Podcast, host Leon Lopez is joined by his wife, Rachelle, for a real and motivating conversation about why this is the most important time to stay locked in. Together, they break down why relying on temporary motivation isn’t the answer and how to build real, lasting change th...

8. 

   29 Jan 2025

   Joining the U.S. Marine Corps with Cpl. Andrew Lopez

   Follow us on Instagram for more content and updates: @Recalibrate_Pod. In this episode of Recalibrate, I sit down in the studio with Cpl. Andrew Lopez, a United States Marine, to break down his journey through his first year and a half in the Corps. We explore what led him to this point—how he first became interested in the military, the steps he took in high school to prepare, and what it was really like going through Boot Camp and beyond. Cpl. Lopez shares firsthand insight into the chall...

9. 

   19 Nov 2024

   Failure to Launch

   Follow us on Instagram for more content and updates: @Recalibrate_Pod. Why are so many young adults struggling to leave the nest? Is there a connection with the dismal recruiting numbers for the military? In this episode, we dig into the challenges of stepping out into the world, from financial pressures and fear of failure to societal shifts and cultural expectations. Whether it’s a lack of direction or the comforts of home, we explore what’s holding people back and how to encourage action ...

10. 

    7 Oct 2024

    Welcome to RECALIBRATE

    In the inaugural episode of the Recalibrate Podcast, host Leon Lopez sets the stage for an enlightening journey of personal growth and transformation. Join Leon as he introduces the core themes of the podcast: self-discovery, resilience, and the power of recalibration in our fast-paced lives. He shares his vision for the series, offering a sneak peek into the inspiring stories and insightful conversations with experts and everyday heroes that lie ahead. Whether you’re seeking motivation, prac...

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YouTube views

242

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 26 / 100

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Quality

13

Social presence

0

YouTube

66

Engagement

32

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