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Fitness Food Finances

Andy McCann

236 episodes

1 week ago

Send us a text Summary: - The Purpose of CrossFit Programming: CrossFit aims to help people "look good naked and become harder to kill" through constantly varied functional movements executed at high intensity. Unlike specialized training that focuses on one aspect of fitness, CrossFit develops all ten physical attributes including strength, endurance, coordination, balance, and more. - CrossFit Affiliate Programming Workflow: Andy explains how he takes the standardized CrossFit affiliate pr...

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Self-Improvement

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Send us a text Summary: - The Purpose of CrossFit Programming: CrossFit aims to help people "look good naked and become harder to kill" through constantly varied functional movements executed at high intensity. Unlike specialized training that focuses on one aspect of fitness, CrossFit develops all ten physical attributes including strength, endurance, coordination, balance, and more. - CrossFit Affiliate Programming Workflow: Andy explains how he takes the standardized CrossFit affiliate pr...

Show more...

Health & Fitness

Entrepreneurship,

Self-Improvement

Episodes (20/236)

Fitness Food Finances

234 - How and why we track our WODs

Send us a text Summary: - The Purpose of CrossFit Programming: CrossFit aims to help people "look good naked and become harder to kill" through constantly varied functional movements executed at high intensity. Unlike specialized training that focuses on one aspect of fitness, CrossFit develops all ten physical attributes including strength, endurance, coordination, balance, and more. - CrossFit Affiliate Programming Workflow: Andy explains how he takes the standardized CrossFit affiliate pr...

1 week ago

48 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

233 - Repeated (oops) Resources to get it done!

Send us a text On this podcast you will receive actionable tips on Building a Firm Foundation for Life in Fitness, Food, Finance I believe in building a firm foundation for life through functional fitness, farm-fresh nutrition, and sound financial practices. Join us in creating a healthy and resilient future! We are happy, humble, helpful people that want to be healthy and fit now, as well as in their 90's. I talk about how to live that good life now and later with heavy slant towards fitne...

1 week ago

33 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

232 - Easy steps for heath and fitness

Send us a text 1 show up 2 stupid 5 days a week do 3 heavy 3 breathy 3 below para eat stop consuming sugar drink food slow removal you are addicted Summary: - The Importance of Showing Up: The most fundamental rule for fitness success is simply showing up consistently. In the CrossFit gym environment, they follow two basic rules: show up, and don't do anything stupid today that prevents you from showing up tomorrow. A supportive community helps beginners who don't know the movements or te...

2 weeks ago

27 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

231 - Does CrossFit and carnivore even work?

Send us a text The Fundamentals of a Healthy Life: Andy focuses on the five pillars of health and fitness: how you eat, sleep, move, think, and connect, with wealth as a possible sixth pillar. He believes that once you get movement, nutrition, and wealth under control, increasing connection is what brings everything together. CrossFit Effectiveness Guarantee: Andy offers a bold guarantee: if someone attends his gym four days a week for a year and follows his nutrition guidance, and doesn't ge...

3 weeks ago

39 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

230 - Use an LLC to save and make money

Send us a text LifeWave (Verity's) https://lifewave.com/verity/enrollment/packs On this podcast you will receive actionable tips on Building a Firm Foundation for Life in Fitness, Food, Finance I believe in building a firm foundation for life through functional fitness, farm-fresh nutrition, and sound financial practices. Join us in creating a healthy and resilient future! We are happy, humble, helpful people that want to be healthy and fit now, as well as in their 90's. I talk about how ...

1 month ago

42 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

229 - Smart money talk

Send us a text Summary: - The Sixth Pillar of Longevity - Money Management: While most discussions about longevity focus on how you eat, sleep, move, think, and connect, financial health is equally important. Without wealth, living a long time can make you a burden on others. The fundamentals of financial health aren't complicated but require defeating bad habits. - Core Financial Principles: Two biblical principles guide financial success: getting out of debt and buying assets. These concep...

1 month ago

28 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

228 - How even you can save your own life

Send us a text Summary: - The "Drop Dead Years" and Their Impact: Men entering their 50s face increased mortality risk due to factors like heart disease and brain health. Without proper diet and exercise, early death becomes more likely. Women face different challenges, often related to appearance and hormonal changes like menopause. - Fitness Resources at Zero Cost: Several free options exist for those wanting to improve their health. CrossFit Garage's website offers free at-home workout op...

1 month ago

33 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

227 - Pre-diabetic and Carnivore - bloodwork

Are you confused by your lab results after going full carnivore? Wondering if your high LDL and blood sugar are a problem or just a side effect of eating steak and doing CrossFit every day? In this episode, I break down my latest blood work (September 2025) with insights for anyone living a low-carb, high-performance lifestyle. I walk through each section of my lab panel — including lipids, glucose, testosterone, inflammation, kidney markers, and more — and share what these numbers mean when ...

1 month ago

35 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

226 - 5 Pillars of health and Fitness - Connection - Part 6

Summary: • The Vital Importance of Connection: Loneliness is as harmful to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Among the five pillars of health and longevity (how you eat, sleep, move, think, and connect), connection is the factor that most significantly determines lifespan. Research in Blue Zones shows that while all pillars matter, connection has the strongest correlation with long life. • Authentic Connections vs. Transactional Relationships: True connection isn't about what others can...

2 months ago

30 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

225 - Beating / Reversing Crohn's Part 5 - A New Hope

Evan McCann vs. Crohn’s – Lion Diet, Carnivore, and College Comeback Description: In this powerful story episode, Andy shares his son Evan McCann’s journey battling Crohn’s disease with the Lion Diet and carnivore nutrition. After a tough diagnosis, Evan committed to a year of strict carnivore eating (mostly beef, salt, and water) and saw incredible results — not only managing symptoms but also regaining energy, strength, and health. He’s now back at college, thriving, and living proof that ...

2 months ago

37 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

224 - 5 Pillars of Health and Fitness - Think - Part 5

Think – Pillar of Health & Longevity Description: In this episode of the Five Pillars of Health & Longevity series, Andy dives into the “Think” pillar — the mental side of building a longer, stronger, and more fulfilling life. 💡 We’ll explore why mindset is just as critical as nutrition, exercise, and sleep when it comes to health and longevity. Andy shares wisdom from the Bible, classic books like Man’s Search for Meaning and The Happiness Advantage, and practical CrossFit-style coa...

2 months ago

40 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

223 - How to lose weight

Top Weight Loss Methods 1. Calorie Restriction (CICO – Calories In vs. Calories Out) ✅ Pro: Simple and proven – if you burn more than you eat, weight drops.❌ Con: Can feel restrictive, leading to rebound binges or loss of muscle if protein isn’t prioritized.2. Low-Carb / Ketogenic Diet ✅ Pro: Fast initial weight loss (water + fat), reduces hunger hormones, stable energy.❌ Con: Socially hard to maintain, carb cravings can be brutal, some people get “keto flu.”3. Carnivore Diet (all meat, no pl...

2 months ago

45 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

222 - 5 Pillars of Health and Fitness - Move - Part 4

Summary: • Five Pillars of Health and Fitness: The podcast focuses on the "move" pillar, which is part of a comprehensive approach to health that includes eat, sleep, move, think, and connect. • Movement Prescription: Recommends five days of exercise per week, including three days of squatting, lifting something heavy, and three days of cardiovascular activity to improve overall fitness and prevent age-related decline. • Movement Assessment Test: Shared a self-assessment with nine questions t...

3 months ago

54 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

221 - Getting older doesn't have to suck

🏋️‍♂️ Original 10 Health & Fitness Themed Points I’ve traded six-packs for strength, stamina, and sanity. And I like it.My body’s not as fast, but it’s smarter — and it still lifts, climbs, runs, and moves well.I’ve lived long enough to learn the hard way… and now I help others skip that part.I still lift heavy, stretch daily, and can out-hike guys half my age.I’ve stopped chasing fitness fads — I move with intention and train for real life.I don’t need motivation — I’ve got discipline.I ...

3 months ago

38 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

221 - Not so serious questions - zombies and fitness

Summary: • Minimum Effective Strength Training: For functional strength and longevity, focus on powerlifting movements like back squat, deadlift, and strict press. These exercises provide the most comprehensive strength benefits and can help maintain muscle mass as you age. • Health Rebuilding for Men 40-60: Take a slow and steady approach when returning to fitness after years of neglect. Use the first month as a "honeymoon" period, go easy, listen to your body, and prioritize consistency ove...

3 months ago

32 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

220 - New to CrossFit Garage and what to expect

🎧 Welcome to CrossFit Garage: What New Members Need to Know | Woodstock, GA Are you new to CrossFit or thinking about joining a gym in Woodstock, GA? This episode is your beginner’s guide to CrossFit Garage—where we help everyday people become fit, strong, and confident for life. Coach Andy McCann breaks down: ✅ What CrossFit really is ✅ What to expect in your first month ✅ How we scale workouts for ALL fitness levels (yes, even if you're 50 and haven't worked out in years!)...

3 months ago

51 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

219 - Money Moves Before You Turn 25 - Make smart choices now, live with freedom later

Before you commit to a major, career path, or life plan… ask these 5 questions. In this episode, we walk through 5 powerful questions every high school or college student should ask a trusted adult or mentor. These questions will help you reverse-engineer a smart, purpose-driven life based on real-world wisdom — not guesswork. We cover: The biggest regrets (and wins) from successful adultsHow to align your education with the lifestyle you actually wantLessons from Dave Ramsey, Robert Kiyosaki...

3 months ago

58 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

218 - Loneliness and DnD in a Castle

epidemic of loneliness and volunteering at dnd in a castle https://www.dndinacastle.com/ 561 Township Road 3352 Loudonville, Ohio 44842 https://landollsmohicancastle.com/ Fitness Food Finances Loneliness and DnD in a Castle Summary:• D&D in a Castle: A Unique Volunteering Experience: Andy McCann volunteered at a Dungeons & Dragons event held in a castle in Loudonville, Ohio, working with a young staff and gaining insights into team dynamics, creativity, and connection. • The Epid...

4 months ago

39 minutes

Fitness Food Finances

217 - Ken Daniels - The Blood Sugar Chef - his journey out of diabetes

https://www.bloodsugarchef.com/ https://www.drinkeatlearn.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drinkeatlearn/ https://www.crossfitgarage.com/free Ken Daniels – Certified Sommelier, Chef Instructor, Beverage & Hospitality Consultant Ken Daniels is a Certified Sommelier, Executive Chef Instructor, and award-winning mixologist with over 20 years of leadership in the food and beverage industry. He is the Owner of Advanced Hospitality Consulting Group, where he helps restaurants, caterers, and h...

4 months ago

35 minutes

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216 - 5 Pillars of Health and Fitness - Sleep/Recovery - Part 3

Welcome to Episode 3 of the Five Pillars of Health and Longevity series! In this episode, Andy McCann—CrossFit coach, carnivore dad, and self-reliance advocate—dives into the critical but often neglected topic of sleep and recovery. Think you're just "resting" when you sleep? Think again. Sleep is your body’s rebuild mode, and without it, no amount of working out, eating clean, or biohacking will save you. Andy unpacks the science and real-life habits behind better sleep, deeper recovery, and...

4 months ago

31 minutes