The Nick Bare Podcast

Coming back from some much-needed family time, I’m diving into a powerful topic — evolution. Not just in business, but in life. Growth isn’t something that happens by accident — it’s built through intentional choices, embracing change, and showing up even when it’s uncomfortable. In this episode, I open up about my struggles with vacations, the launch of my new book Go One More, and the exciting next chapter for BPN as we move into...

In this episode of the podcast, I cover the concept of focus and its transformative impact on various areas of my life, including my business and personal success. I begin by discussing the broader meaning of focus beyond simply dedicating time to a specific task, emphasizing the importance of a focused life driven by core values, purpose, and goals.

CHAPTERS

05:09 The Book: Go One More

10:46 Defining Focus and Simplification

31:29...

WARNING: This episode's content contains discussions on attempted suicide and suicide prevention.

In today's episode, Luke Hopkins opens up about overcoming adversity and finding purpose and his 'why' through family challenges. Luke’s story is one of resilience, personal growth, and showing up when it matters most. A powerful listen for anyone facing tough times.

Suicide Prevention. We all have a role to play....

The King of Moab is here. In this episode, we sit down with Max Jolliffe, an ultra runner who recently claimed victory at the Moab 240.

Max opens up about his journey from struggling with addiction to finding purpose and success in ultra running. We get into his training regimen, the psychological and physical challenges of ultra-running, and the life-changing decisions that have shaped his path and the relentless pursuit of person...

Performance chef. Hybrid athlete. Dan Churchill is back in town and on the mic.

In this episode, Dan unpacks his evolution — from running restaurants to chasing world-class athletic goals. We dive deep into what it really takes to train hard, eat with purpose, sleep for recovery, and show up with discipline every single day. Dan doesn’t just talk goals — he lives them. He’s chasing a sub-60 at HYROX Pro and a sub-3-hour marathon in ...

In this episode, I sit down with my podcast producer and growth strategist, Matt Stockton, to break down the power of core values. We dive into why establishing your values isn’t just a nice idea—it’s the foundation for clarity, accountability, and making decisions that actually move you forward.

Through real-life examples—both personal and business—we unpack how core values keep you grounded, especially when life gets tough. With ...

Dr. Kyle Gillett returns to discuss a variety of health topics, including the impact of plastics on health, lab testing for athletes, and the rising concerns around fertility. We spend time in the real issues behind common health narratives, offering practical advice for optimizing lab results and exploring effective treatments for infertility.

The episode also highlights the importance of diet, exercise, and sleep, particularl...

In this episode, I share my current personal journey and insights on the benefits of cross training for strength and endurance athletes. Currently sidelined from running due to an injury, I've incorporated various cross training methods into my routine, including cycling and strength training. I bring some updates to my injury, how I've adjusted my training, the importance of balancing in-season and off-season approaches, a...

In this episode, I'm bringing back a crowd favorite, Jeff Cunningham, to discuss essential strategies for training for your first marathon. We cover the importance of easy miles, weekly speed workouts, and structured long runs. Jeff shares his philosophy on the 80/20 rule for easy versus hard runs to maximize adaptations and avoid fatigue. The discussion also covers the significant role of nutrition and hydration in performance and...

Lucy Davis is back for her third podcast appearance, where we discuss the importance of balance between high-performance living and mental health. We explore Lucy's love for Texas and her experiences at the Austin Marathon. We also tackle the challenges and insights gained from balancing intense physical goals, business endeavors, and personal mental health.

This episode highlights the importance of being present, letting go of ext...

I'm welcoming back my wife, Stef, for an overdue catch-up on the trials and triumphs we've faced over the last 18 months.

From the birth of our son, Niko, adjusting to life with two young children, surviving multiple moves including a brief stint in Nashville, and dealing with getting hit by a car back in December, we share how these experiences have reshaped our perspectives on family, work, and faith.

We also discuss the importance...

An absolutely essential one for this week. I discuss the benefits of waking up early as a life hack, based on my personal experience of getting up at 4:30AM daily. This episode covers the importance of establishing nighttime and morning routines, the significance of sleep, and overcoming various life challenges, including balancing family, business, and personal goals. It also stresses the value of front-loading your day, time mana...

In this episode, I sit down with Sahil Bloom to get into the key concepts from his new book about the five types of wealth—time, social, mental, physical, and financial. Sahil shares personal stories, valuable insights, and actionable advice on how to achieve a balanced and fulfilling life. We also explore the importance of setting anti-goals, creating space for deep thinking, and the profound impact of focusing on direction over s...

In Part 6 of the series, I take time and recount the journey of BPN from April 2019 to summer of 2022, highlighting our move to a second warehouse, the introduction of the hybrid athlete, and the explosive growth during the COVID-19 pandemic.

We'll talk about some personal milestones, such as my first Ironman, tackling the Leadville 100, and shifting focus to the committed audience. I'll emphasize the importance of sto...

In this podcast episode, I discuss six key things to stop doing in order to regain and take control of your life. Drawing from my own personal experiences and mistakes, I'll emphasize the importance of stopping certain behaviors that hinder personal growth and control.

The six things highlighted include not waiting for change, avoiding assumptions, setting anti-goals alongside goals, distinguishing between busyness and pr...

For this episode, I decide to take a different approach and use my entrepreneurial journey to address business questions sourced from Instagram about the path of building my company, BPN, from 2012 to January 2025.

I cover the biggest mistakes I've made, the transformative shifts in our business strategy, and insights on maintaining profitability while scaling. Alongside my experiences, I share valuable lessons on leadership, the...

In this episode, I cover my personal journey of building endurance since 2018 and offer insights into running longer and faster. We'll discuss the adaptations and efficiencies gained through consistent practice. Covering topics such as the importance of aerobic base building, lactate threshold training, and critical velocity work.

I also share my experiences with physical challenges, training methodologies, heart rate and VO2 max ...

In the last episode of the year, I'm sharing the five crucial mindset shifts needed to succeed in 2025, reflecting on personal experiences and lessons learned from a wild 2024.

I'm emphasizing the importance of being results-driven, embracing change, insourcing more while outsourcing less, pursuing the process rather than the final product, and welcoming downtime.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:38 Reflecting...

In this episode, we recap my first HYROX competition in Dallas, Texas, held on November 23, 2024. Competing in the pro division with my BPN team, I share my training journey that began in June 2024 and break down the eight-round structure of HYROX races.

I analyze my performance and discuss my race results. We'll talk race strategy, the importance of training-specific movements, and my excitement for future competitions.

Thi...