In this special episode, recorded in the beautiful, snowy Whitefish Lake, Montana, I dive into the powerful cycle of life and success. I reflect on the powerful cycle of growth: how good times create weakness, and tough times build strength. Life is about doing hard things and finding fulfillment in the face of challenges. Tune in for a message of resilience, purpose and facing the hard things.

I dreaded the day knowing it was coming…and it’s here. Since my son Luke was in the 7th grade and he started playing Pop Warner football, I always put a “helmet note” in his helmet the night before every game. I did the same thing with my son Brady as well, albeit a different message. I do the same thing with what I call “Cleat Notes” for my daughter McKenna’s lacrosse and soccer games now. But this weekend is my last HELMET NOTE.

WOW. I’ve never shared a HELMET NOTE publicly…until today. 10+ years of writing notes before ALL their games. Sometimes it’s a few sentences. Normally it’s a few paragraphs. Every now and then it’s a bit longer. Today, it’s DEEP.

On today’s IMPACT SHOW podcast, you will hear…

• How my father started the tradition of “Helmet Notes” with me as a 6th-Grade
  Pop Warner player and the IMPACT it had on me.
• The frame-work of every HELMET NOTE or CLEAT NOTE.
• Why do “Helmet Notes” or “Cleat Notes” for your kids?
• My LAST HELMET NOTE.
• “9” Traits of Greatness.
• What can you do for your kids, or grand-kids, or those you coach/mentor?

While this weekend will be Luke’s last college football game and I’m excited to see him play, I’m also excited to drop some gems in this one that are going to serve him the rest of his life. Here we go…

If you enjoy today’s podcast and found value in it, can you please SHARE IT with someone who will benefit also. Maybe it’s your kids who now have kids themselves and want to start a tradition. Or maybe it’s a coach or trainer who wants to start a tradition like this for their student-athletes, knowing this is a great way to drop in wisdom to their kid. Either way, please SHARE IT NOW or
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In today’s episode, we’re diving into the power of the 5-5-5 breathwork technique: breathing in for 5 seconds, holding for 5, and breathing out for 5. This simple but effective practice is perfect for those moments when you need to reset, calm the mind, or find a moment of clarity. I’ll guide you through a session so you can feel the effects firsthand, whether you’re starting your day, managing stress, or winding down.Join me as we breathe, hold, and release together—helping you recenter and recharge, one breath at a time.

What a fun episode today as I got the opportunity to sit down and chop it up
with 3-young college interns from Fitness Quest 10 and their Director (Ryan
Rogers). It was awesome to have an open conversation on all things on
their mind and how I can help them on their journey in health, fitness, &
coaching. They asked some very thought-provoking questions that lead to
deep reflections and deep answers.

Here are the questions that the 3 interns (Larry Hando, Max Jackson, and
Ian Castillo) asked Ryan Rogers and I on today’s IMPACT SHOW podcast:

1. "What was the moment that you knew you wanted to go into fitness &
motivational speaking and what has made you stay on this path?"

2. "How do you find the balance between personal life and your passion for
fitness and helping people?"

3. “How do you keep your mind right through the pain & struggle you have
had to endure?"

4. “When you're in your dark times, or you fail, or you feel guilty about
something, how do you process that and get through it?”

5. "How do you keep your ego in check when working with both high-level
athletes and everyday clients? How do you stay humble and treat
everyone equally?"

6. "What’s the most fulfilling part of your work and how do you stay
motivated after years of coaching?"

7. “What advice do you have for young coaches or trainers just starting out
in the industry?"

8. “In 24-years of Fitness Quest 10, what were your fondest memories and
most special experiences, accolades, or events?”

Man, did I love this conversation. Some of the macro-themes centered
around topics such as…

• The power of SHOWING-UP.
• The concept of “Be Humble…Be Hungry” and how that relates these days.
• The importance of building relationships and the right network, as this lends to your community that you are part of.
• How to deal with physical pain, loss, failure, and challenge…and how they ultimately can serve as catalysts for growth also.
• Building a career with Purpose and the elements it requires to do so over years and decades.
• The Beauty of the Beginning, when there were no frills and just hard work, dedication, and a driving vision to help people.
• Wisdom & advice for New Coaches & Trainers.

MAN!! This was such a fun episode and it was so great getting to
connect with these young interns who are eager to learn and grow in
the fitness industry. Their questions reminded of the power of
consistency, the importance of showing up, and the incredible impact
coaching can have on someone. While the road to success can often
be tough, filled with challenges and even pain, it’s in those very
moments that we experience the most growth. Keep growing…and
keep going!

Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a
review and share it with others who might benefit from these insights.
I'd love to hear your thoughts and how you’re applying the lessons
from this episode in your own life.

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In this episode, we dive into the truth that your happiness and success are not determined by who's in office. It’s an inside job—your responsibility to cultivate joy, peace, and fulfillment, regardless of external outcomes. Whether your candidate wins or loses, you have the power to shape your mindset and create the life and IMPACT you want. Tune in for insights on how to stay grounded, focused, and empowered, no matter the political climate. At the end of the day, it's all going to be okay.

Join me in this short meditation today. Be aware of your energy. Shift your energy to be where you want it to be. Just stop, take 3 deep breaths, and relax your body & your mind.

I’m sitting on the banks of Lake Norman, NC, as I record this and I’m feeling especially sentimental and emotional. There are several reasons why, but none more than the fact that my Mom, “Muffy” Durkin, is aging and she turns 92-years old this week. She’s down in Florida resting-up and I want to celebrate her with all of you in my podcast community. As a matter of fact, I want to dedicate this episode to her today.

My family has been spending a lot of time down in FL the last several months as she needs round the clock health care. Well, I’ve shared before that Mom has not thrown out too much sentimental stuff over the years (remember, I’ve also shared that’s where I received this bad “pack-rat gene” from) and I’ve joked that it will someday come in handy. Today is ONE of those days…

Here is what I share in this week’s episode:

• A birthday letter I wrote to my Mom in 1986 (when I was just 15-years old).

• 4-special traits I want to share about Momma Durkin.

• Why it’s important to know “You’re Day is Coming.”

• WOW Book Chapter #10.

• The best thing Momma Durkin ever did for me and my family.

• ACTION Steps to take to become an even better parent, coach, mentor, or friend.

• What are a few of your fondest memories of your Mom…and/or your Dad?

• What traits do/did they have that you most admire?

• How do you best exhibit those traits now as a parent (or as a mentor, friend, or colleague)?

• How can you even better display these traits, characteristics, and commitment?

• A “fitting” close to the episode from one of my favorite conversations with her a few years back.

It was an emotional episode. Thanks for celebrating Momma Durkin with me and I hope it spurs you into taking action into becoming an even better parent, coach, mentor, or friend.

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