Be Obsessed With Improvement
Inspired by Eric Thomas, I’ve made it my mission to approach every day with the mindset of constant improvement. It may sound cliché or even a bit "woo-woo," but the truth is, this mindset simply works.
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Woah: That was some month to kick off 2025… felt more like a quarter. Story of last week, if we had to choose one? Has to be AI. A week ago today, the market sold off pretty aggressively on fears around a Chinese AI app called DeepSeek, which performs foundational AI models similar to OpenAI in the US, for a fraction of the cost. Nvidia (basically the proxy for all things AI in the US stock market) was down close to 17%, or $465 BILLION of its market capitalization, on Monday…the largest such wipe out in market history.
Read MoreThe Secret to Brian's Recent Fitness Transformation: Less is More
Brian is the epitome of high performance, but his recent fitness transformation is a testament to an often-overlooked principle: less is more when intensity is the priority. While most athletes and fitness enthusiasts are led to believe that more volume equates to more progress, Brian has flipped the script—proving that cutting back on total workload while increasing intensity leads to greater muscle growth, improved recovery, and enhanced performance.
Read MoreInterview with Peter Nelson
Founder of Sisu Sauna, Husband, Father of 2 , 28x Ultra Runner
No one tells you when you’re getting your initial idea off the ground the potential impact it may make on customers, friends, family, internal team members, and even the impact on people philanthropically. One of the most rewarding parts has been the process of giving to those in need through our ability to run a profitable business.
Read MoreBeing Your Authentic Self Always Wins
Staying true to your authentic self will always lead to success, even when fear creeps in. This past weekend, I hosted my very first all- Women’s High Performance experience, and I won’t lie—there were nerves. For the last five years, my brand has followed a specific path, and stepping into new territory felt like a leap. But it was time to push boundaries and elevate what we’ve built. High Performance Experiences was ready to add a new layer to an already thriving business, one that felt uniquely for women.
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First things first- what a heck of a weekend for HPLT, with a hugely successful first all-women’s summit down in Miami. GREAT WORK Brian / Melissa & team, and JOB WELL DONE to the 30+ women who attended and invested in their own self-growth and improvement journey, taking time out of their busy personal & family lives.
Read MoreThe Importance of Fiber: Why It's Crucial for Your Health
When we think about healthy eating, we often focus on proteins, healthy fats, or the latest trendy superfoods. But one nutrient that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves is fiber. Though it may seem simple, fiber is a powerhouse for your body. It supports everything from digestion to heart health, weight management, and even reducing the risk of chronic diseases. Simply put, fiber is essential to a healthy lifestyle. Let’s explore why you should make fiber a priority in your diet.
Read MoreTime Is Our Most Valuable Resource
The sooner we realize that time is finite, the sooner we can begin to live a life of true fulfillment. This past weekend, I attended the funeral of a 12-year-old boy who lost his battle with cancer. It was an incredibly difficult service, especially since I’ve known the family my entire life. As I sat there, my heart went out to them, and I couldn’t help but reflect on the unimaginable grief they must be feeling. As I left the funeral home, I couldn’t shake the thought that the only thing that truly matters in life is the time we have left with the people we love. Time is our most precious resource, and if you speak to anyone older than you, they’ll often express the same regret: a wish to have more time, to turn back the clock, to relive moments they can never get back.
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Happy MLK Day / Happy Inauguration Day … Hope everyone enjoys their Monday and you’re able to charge up for the week ahead!! Let’s jump into it, plenty to get to.
It was a big week of ‘data points’ last week… lots of data. Wednesday’s December inflation report (CPI) felt like by far the most important economic data point of the year so far. Core CPI came in light vs expectations, which helped ease some inflationary fears, and stocks were off to the races, up up & away. This helped move treasury yields lower, after a multi-week run higher. The yield on 10yr treasuries traded from 4.80% to 4.60%, a significant 5-day move.
Read MoreWhy Meal Timing is Overrated
In the world of fitness, nutrition trends and advice come and go, but one concept that’s persisted for years is meal timing, or what’s often referred to as nutrient timing. The idea is that when you consume certain nutrients—particularly protein and carbohydrates—can have a significant impact on your performance, muscle growth, fat loss, and overall health.
Read MoreInterview with Brian Mazza
Founder of HPLT
After spending many years in the hospitality industry, I found myself feeling unfulfilled. I longed to reconnect with the energy and passion of my D1 soccer days, so I decided to merge my love for events, personal connections, and fitness. My goal was to create a space that combined all of these elements to foster a sustainable community. The vision for HPLT has always been to begin with summits, then expand into investments, a performance club, and a marketing company.
Read MoreAdversity Is Blind & Community Is Everything
Adversity is blind, personal, and always arrives without warning. It can strike suddenly, knocking us down and forcing us to rebuild our lives—much like we had to rebuild our home after an unexpected fire.
In those moments, we realize how deeply we depend on our community. Unfortunately, it often takes hitting rock bottom or facing catastrophe for us to truly understand how fragile life is. This past week, the world saw the devastation caused by the massive wildfires sweeping through California, destroying entire neighborhoods. I never thought it could happen to me or my family—until it did.
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We.. are.. BACK! After a slower last couple weeks of ‘24 during Christmas and New Years (HNY everyone!!), 2025 is off & running and there is no shortage of news flow or market volatility to kick things off.
This past week was a 4-day trading week with equities closed on Thursday for our 39th President Jimmy Carter's Funeral, a long-standing tradition known as a ‘National Day of Mourning’. Stocks were lower on the week, with the S&P posting a -2% move and the tech-heavy Nasdaq -2.34%.
Read MoreRethinking Fitness: How Much Exercise Do You Really Need?
There’s a widespread belief that getting in great shape requires endless hours in the gym and working out every single day. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. In reality, you can achieve your fitness goals with fewer, smarter workouts by focusing on key principles like intensity, recovery, and nutrition. Let’s break down why less can be more when it comes to building a sustainable fitness routine.
Read MoreInterview with Sahil Bloom
Investor | Entrepreneur | Author
There is scientific evidence that the people you surround yourself with determine your outcomes. The Pygmalion Effect is a behavior phenomenon that says that we rise or fall to the level of the expectations people have for us. If you surround yourself with a community of big thinkers who believe you are capable of more, you will rise to the level of those expectations. That is the power of community, plain and simple. I’ve seen it over and over again in my life. When I am around winners, I find myself winning.
Read MorePracticing Solitude Is Your Best Investment
We often don’t get enough time to ourselves anymore. We're constantly consumed by our devices, living vicariously through others. The fear of missing out (FOMO) haunts us because we’re trained to compare our own lives to those who seem to have it all figured out or a “better situation.”
Read MoreWhy You Should Avoid Cardio If Your Goal Is to Lose Body Fat
When most people think about losing body fat, their minds often jump straight to cardio. While it may seem like the go-to solution for burning calories, cardio could actually make dieting harder and less effective. Let’s explore why cardio might not be your best friend during a fat-loss phase and what you should prioritize instead.
Read MoreInterview with Bill Shufelt
Co-Founder and CEO of Athletic Brewing Co.
The funny thing is, I never aspired to be an entrepreneur - like the concept never even crossed my mind until I was one. The inspiration for Athletic Brewing was all about the potential to have a positive impact on the health & happiness of millions of people. In my prior career (hedge funds, which I loved), I never had the chance to have a positive impact on anyone. When I turned 30 and was about to get married, I found myself on this path of personal progress and self-improvement like I'd never been before..
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