Join John Stein, MaxU Coaching owner, on the Simply Fitness Podcast! Weekly episodes explore fitness, nutrition, mindset, and more with actionable tips to boost your journey. Hear from guest experts and clients sharing real success stories. Perfect for beginners or pros aiming to become their best selves. Tune in now!
Unlocking Your Fitness Potential: A Conversation with Cam
In this episode of the Simply Fitness podcast, John and Cam discuss the journey of fitness coaching, the importance of authenticity, and the deeper motivations behind client goals. They explore the significance of mindset, the basics of strength training, and the challenges of navigating injuries. The conversation emphasizes the need for simplicity in fitness routines and the role of community support in achieving long-term success. Cameron shares his personal experiences and insights, encouraging listeners to find their 'why' and to embrace the learning process in their fitness journeys.
Follow Cam for more great content: @cameronsparksfitness (https://www.instagram.com/cameronsparksfitness/)
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Got questions? Email me at john.stein@maximalu.com (mailto:john.stein@maximalu.com).
Thanks for listening!
- John
26 Aug 2025
The One Question That Changes Everything: Finding Your Real Why
I asked a client why he wanted to lose 20 pounds. 'To be healthy,' he said. By the fifth time I asked 'why,' we finally got to his real reason - and everything changed. In this deeply personal episode, I open up about my own journey finding my why through daily journaling, what I stand for (becoming your best self) and what I stand against (fear-mongering fitness BS). I share my foolproof 5-question method to dig past surface-level goals like 'lose weight' to find the powerful reasons that will actually keep you going when motivation fails. Plus, why 'looking amazing on my wedding day' beats 'being healthy' every single time.
Grab my free Fat Loss Calculator – https://www.maximalu.com/fat-loss-calculator (https://www.maximalu.com/fat-loss-calculator)!
Loved this episode? Follow me on Instagram for more fitness tips:@maxucoaching (https://www.instagram.com/maxucoaching/) (https://www.instagram.com/maxucoaching/)
Got questions? Email me at john.stein@maximalu.com (mailto:john.stein@maximalu.com).
Thanks for listening!
- John
19 Aug 2025
The Triangle Approach: Why You're Overthinking Fat Loss with Bob Hoover
Bob Hoover joins me on this episode of the Simply Fitness Podcast! We totally geeked out over how we both fell for those insane bodybuilder programs that never worked for normal humans like us.
Bob's crushing it with everyday people who want to lose fat and get strong – not elite athletes. His "triangle" approach is genius: nutrition at the top, activity and strength training at the base, with consistency tying it all together.
We got deep about how fitness teaches you to "fail forward." Bob shared his own keto struggles and how deadlifting 225 pounds builds confidence that carries over to EVERYTHING in life. The mental game is real!
We go over so many great topics today! Let me know which one helped you the most!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Bob Hoover
02:36 Bob's Journey into Personal Training
09:54 Understanding Client Needs and Goals
19:06 The Triangle of Fat Loss: Nutrition, Activity, and Strength Training
26:29 Mindset and Resilience in Fitness
32:00 Learning from Failures and Progressing in Fitness
33:48 Overcoming Self-Doubt in Fitness
37:30 The Importance of a Structured Training Plan
42:51 The Benefits of Consistency in Strength Training
47:50 Debunking Fitness Myths and Trends
59:51 Personal Growth Through Fatherhood and Coaching
Follow Bob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobhooverfitness (https://www.instagram.com/bobhooverfitness)
Grab my free Fat Loss Calculator – https://www.maximalu.com/fat-loss-calculator (https://www.maximalu.com/fat-loss-calculator)!
Loved this episode? Follow me on Instagram for more fitness tips:@maxucoaching (https://www.instagram.com/maxucoaching/) (https://www.instagram.com/maxucoaching/)
Got questions? Email me at john.stein@maximalu.com (mailto:john.stein@maximalu.com).
Thanks for listening!
- John
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