The Real Battle Behind Weight Loss | Jon Kelso Part 02 | Apex Mindset Podcast

Welcome To Part 02 of my Conversation with Jon Kelso!!

In this episode, I sit down with my Step-Dad to talk about the mindset behind his weight loss journey, nutrition and hydration, and the lifestyle changes he's made to keep the wight off for now more 5+ years. Whether you’re on the journey to a healthier lifestyle yourself or just want to learn more about Heath & Fitness, this conversation is full of insight and practical takeaways.

Chapters:

00:00 - Krispy Kreme Donuts

00:50 - The Mindset Shift: Eating for Optimizing Performance

02:10 - Gut-Brain Axis: How Food Impacts Mental Health

05:38 - Fitness in Your 40s: Feeling Younger

08:19 - The Hidden Problems Extra Weight Can Cause

09:00 - Balancing the Gym with Real Life Priorities

13:26 - How Long Jon’s Been Consistent (and His Daily Challenge)

15:07 - Avoiding Burnout: What Keeps Jon Going

16:41 - Not a Runner—But Still in Shape (Train for What You Do)

18:07 - Arnold Schwarzenegger & the Power of a Workout Partner

20:45 - Adjusting Training for Racing: The Mental Side of Running

23:33 - Train Your Way: Finding the Workout Style You Love

28:30 - Is It Okay to Take a Break from Working Out?

31:22 - Intuitive Eating: You Don’t Have to Count Calories

33:49 - Drinking More Water = Fewer Cravings

36:30 - What Being Unhealthy Really Feels Like

37:15 - How to Spot Real Food vs. Highly Processed Junk

38:30 - Jon’s Future Plans for Fitness & Lifestyle Shifts

39:45 - Struggling with Cardio? The Competitive Mindset for Triathlons

41:00 - Living the Apex Mindset

43:53 - How to Rebuild a Healthy Lifestyle (Jon’s Advice)

46:22 - Jon’s Unhealthy Habits

45:51 - Why Jon Will Never Go Back to 230lbs

49:39 - Final Thoughts & Outro

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