In this episode of Ben Thinking, Ben Nevares sits down with Ryan Walker for an in-depth conversation about business, fitness, mindset, and the real challenges that come with pursuing success.
Across nearly two hours, Ben and Ryan dive into:
Ryanโs background and how he built his career ๐ผ
The realities of entrepreneurship and what it takes to stay consistent ๐
Fitness, discipline, and how physical training connects to business performance ๐๏ธ
Mental health, balance, and avoiding burnout ๐ฑ
The lessons Ryan has learned from both wins and failures along the way ๐
This episode blends raw honesty, practical advice, and powerful reflections you can apply to your own journey โ whether in business, training, or personal growth.
Success requires both discipline and resilience โ motivation alone isnโt enough.
Entrepreneurship is as much a mental game as it is a financial one.
Fitness and business go hand-in-hand: the same principles apply to both.
Balance is key โ avoiding burnout requires self-awareness and intentional choices.
Failures often carry the most valuable lessons.
0:00 โ Intro & guest Ryan Walker
4:20 โ Ryanโs background and early influences
12:45 โ Building a career in business and entrepreneurship
23:30 โ The connection between discipline in fitness and success in business
35:10 โ Mental health, stress, and finding balance
47:55 โ The role of failure in long-term growth
1:01:20 โ Practical advice for staying consistent and avoiding burnout
1:15:00 โ Lessons Ryan wishes he knew earlier
1:31:40 โ The future of business, fitness, and personal development
1:40:50 โ Closing reflections
1:44:00 โ Outro
If you enjoyed this conversation, follow Ben Thinking so you donโt miss future episodes. Share this episode with a friend whoโs into fitness, business, or personal growth โ and let us know what stood out to you most from Ryanโs story.
Instagram: @bennevares โ host of Ben Thinking, powerlifter, coach, and creator.
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