The Nick Bare Podcast

In this episode, I covering all things carbohydrates and why they have are one of the most important tools in your training, recovery, and performance. For me, it always comes back to this: train hard, recover well, and choose what’s sustainable.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Welcome 

01:04 Personal Carb Philosophy

04:04 How Carbs Fuel You

05:15 Insulin and Blood Sugar

09:04 Insulin Resistance Explained

12:12 Low Carb Era and Atkins

18:41 Keto Rise ...

In this episode, I’m answering your Instagram Q&As. I talk leadership, hiring with the three Cs, fitness tips for new dads, and setting boundaries with tech. I lastly address racing after The Last Dance.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Why This Q&A Episode Exists

10:17 Q1: The Mentor Who Shaped Me (Captain Angove)

17:51 Q2: Hiring Red & Green Flags — The 3 C’s + ‘Energy Vampires’

27:07 Q3: Fitness Advice for New Fathers (Routine vs Resp...

Over the last five years, I’ve learned five lessons that changed how I lead, train, and live.

In this episode, inspired by Pastor Craig Groeschel, I break down purpose, leadership “altitude,” selflessness, pride, and the cost of a rushed life through the lens of building BPN. We’ll hit the difference between complex vs. complicated problems, the dopamine drive, and how to build a culture that empowers people.

I also share p...

I sit down with Colonel Edward Arntson III, who has 24 years of military service, to unpack what leadership really demands when it counts. We start with self-leadership: how you show up, how you carry yourself, and why humility isn’t optional. 

We get into competence, intellectual curiosity, and the overlooked power of energy and tone. What you tolerate becomes the standard. Colonel Arntson shares hard-earned lessons from leadin...

This episode is all around laying out my 2026 diet + training philosophies. I’m in a caloric surplus, training hard with intention, and choosing food quality over empty volume. We get into running and eating with purpose, and why the goal isn’t a finish line—it’s building a lifestyle you can sustain.

I also break down the practical plays to take ownership of your diet: simple meal prep, portion control, 1g protein per pound, and...

I sit down with Michael Chernow to talk discipline that protects what matters: faith, family, fitness, and business. We unpack his non-negotiable morning routine, recovery and sobriety, hard boundaries with technology, and why leaders control the temperature at home.

Simple isn’t easy. Apply it every day, starting now.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction

02:47 Morning Routine Insights

12:49 The Power of Prayer and Sobriety

29:04 Faith a...

In this episode, I break down five traits that consistently show up in people who win—then challenge you to apply them immediately. We talk thinking bigger, taking smart risks, staying consistent, and locking in focus when it gets hard. I pull lessons from leaders like Jeff Bezos and Phil Knight to show what those traits look like in real life—and how you can build them through daily reps.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction

01:14 The Im...

I’m sharing the standards, the strategy, and the unseen work it takes to keep building BPN the right way. This episode includes the 2026 “Burn the Boats” manifesto, our five key initiatives, and the standards behind quality and product development going into 2026.

CHAPTERS

0:00: Intro

7:53: 2026 Brand Manifesto: Burn the Boats

17:25: 5 Key Initiatives (Overview)

18:44: Initiative #1: Unique Brand Positioning

25:36: Initiative #2:...

To kick off the new year, I wanted to dive deep into setting up a personalized diet to achieve health, performance, and body composition goals. I share my evolving approach to nutrition, emphasizing that there's no one-size-fits-all diet. Focusing on the importance of discipline, commitment, and consistency, I discuss various dietary methods and macronutrient setups. Additionally, I provide insights on planning, meal prepping, ...

In this episode, I break down hybrid athlete training—how to pair heavy lifting with endurance running without burning out. I share what I’m learning from Ironman prep, why flexibility beats perfection, and the biggest myths holding athletes back. From military lessons to the post-pandemic rise of hybrid training, this is how to balance strength and endurance.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction

02:22 Defining Hybrid Training

07:33 Addres...

I sat down with author, speaker, and lawyer Justin Whitmel Earley and walked away reminded that discipline isn’t just about doing more—it’s about becoming more grounded. 

He shared how relentless ambition and life as a driven attorney led to panic attacks and burnout, and how he rebuilt through faith and daily spiritual rhythms. The smallest, most intentional habits shape my mind, my peace, and my purpose. 

Faith isn’t just w...

In this episode, I break down the three traits I come back to when the goal feels heavy: discipline, commitment, and consistency. From Ironman Arizona to military training, I’ve learned success is built in the reps—showing up when it’s boring, repetitive, and hard. I also share how faith has strengthened my commitment to Go One More.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction

02:03 The Power of Discipline, Commitment, and Consistency

05:57 Call ...

In this episode, I break down creatine in a way that actually makes sense—what creatine is, how creatine works in your body, and the real creatine benefits you should care about. We walk through the science in simple terms, its rise as a staple supplement, and how it supports muscle growth, performance, and everyday life.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction

01:04 Call to Action: Why You Should Take Creatine

02:36 About Creapure: The Pures...

In this episode, I walk through my full Ironman Arizona 2025 experience—from the weeks of prep to crossing that finish line. I break down how I approached carb loading, packing, and race-week logistics, and how I handled curveballs like getting into a car accident as soon as we arrived.

I take you through each leg of the race, how I managed my nutrition, hydration, pacing, and transitions, and what was happening physically and ...

In this episode, I break down how I approach tapering for big efforts, especially an Ironman.

We talk about pulling back volume and intensity without losing fitness, handling the mental itch to keep pushing, and why that restraint actually sets you up to win. I also walk through how I set up my carb load to top off muscle glycogen so I’m not leaving anything on the table.

I share what’s worked, what hasn’t, and the practica...

Today I sit down with 22-year-old Dylan Mandell, who is walking through his fourth cancer diagnosis with unshakable faith in Jesus. We talk trials, daily prayer, Scripture, surrender, and the strength of family as Dylan shares why he believes his healing was already paid for on the cross in full.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction

06:13 Facing Cancer with Faith

11:27 Dylan's Journey: From Diagnosis to Faith

15:24 The Role of Family and...

In this episode, I'm covering five crucial lessons I've learned from over 20 years of my fitness journey. I outline the importance of combining strength and cardiovascular training, the differences between fueling for aesthetics versus performance, the necessity of balancing hard and sustainable training seasons, and the perils of overtraining. 

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction

00:41 My Fitness Journey: From High School to Now

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Today, Stef joins me to talk openly about how our faith has changed everything — our marriage, how we parent, how we see purpose. Stef walks through her journey from growing up Catholic to pursuing a real relationship with Jesus. I share the moment I got saved and how that forced me to realign priorities, identity, and how I lead at home. 

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Welcome / why this conversation

01:21 Ironman prep, strength work, and famil...

In this episode, I break down the real costs when volume is mismanaged. I share what I’ve learned firsthand while building toward Ironman Arizona—how I fuel hard work without under-eating, protect muscle, keep hormones in check, and use recovery and sleep as performance tools. This isn’t fear—it’s a framework. If you’re pushing big miles, you need a plan that matches your ambition: smart nutrition, balanced programming, intentional...