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February 26, 2025 76 mins

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Breaking Barriers: Coach T on Fitness, Motivation & Mindset

🔥 What does it take to stay fit for over 30 years? 🔥

In this episode of Disrupt and Discuss, hosts Eve & KC sit down with Coach T—a powerhouse fitness trainer, DJ, and former U.S. Marine—who's been shaping bodies and minds for decades. From personal training in NYC to California, Coach T shares his unique approach to fitness, the truth about workout myths, and how music fuels motivation.

🏋️‍♂️ Topics Covered:
✔️ Fitness myths debunked
✔️ The East vs. West Coast fitness culture
✔️ The mental and physical connection in training
✔️ How music enhances workouts 🎶
✔️ The importance of discipline over motivation

🔥 Whether you're an aspiring fitness junkie, a casual gym-goer, or just need some motivation to start your health journey—this episode is for you!

🔗 Connect with Coach T:
📌 Progressive Fitness Norcal: https://www.instagram.com/progressive_fitness_norcal/
📌 Real House Radio23: https://www.instagram.com/realhouseradio23/
📌 TRO Tee Real: https://www.instagram.com/the_real_tee_real/
📌 Fit In 30 Fitness: https://www.cecilysyogaretreats.com/

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#FitnessMotivation #CoachT #BreakingBarriers #Wellness #WorkoutTips

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction & Episode Overview
00:45 - Getting to Know Coach T – Marine, DJ & Fitness Pro
02:15 - HIPAA for Trainers? Handling Client Info & Injuries
04:00 - Trainer Accountability: Are You Just Lazy or Injured?
06:30 - Coach T’s No-Nonsense Approach to Training
08:15 - Why Some Clients Quit & How Coach T Handles It
10:45 - The Power of Discipline Over Motivation
12:30 - The Truth About Workout Duration & Efficiency
15:00 - Why Most People Waste Time at the Gym
17:30 - The Role of a Trainer in Pushing Clients to Their Limit
19:15 - The Key to Sustainable Weight Loss & Fitness
21:00 - Nutrition Talk: Why You Already Know What to Eat
23:45 - Why Macros & Meal Plans Don't Work for Everyone
26:00 - Body Image & Unrealistic Fitness Goals
28:30 - The Honest Truth About Quick Weight Loss for Events

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