Most people lose because they’re scared to suck.
Tristan Dlabik made $1 million by 22, not from luck, but from doing the REPS.
In this episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, host Manning Sumner and Tristan Dlabik break down the true mindset behind winning in business, relationships, and life.
From starting his own insurance company with his dream girl to diving into podcasting and fighting, it’s all about going all in on your purpose, even when no one’s watching.
This one’s for the 1% of the 1% who refuse to quit.
Ever wondered how the most successful entrepreneurs think differently and what really sets them apart?
On this episode of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner, entrepreneur and visionary Anne Mahlum joins Manning for a raw and honest conversation about what it really takes to build, lead, and scale a high-performance company like [solidcore].
Anne founded the boutique Pilates studio [solidcore] in 2013 and grew it to 115 locations nationwide before exiting in a deal worth nearly $100 million. She’s also the founder of Back on My Feet, a nonprofit organization that uses running to help homeless individuals gain independence and rebuild their lives.
From her CEO morning routine to lessons in leadership, discipline, lifestyle and fitness, hiring, self-belief, and the illusion of work-life balance, this episode reveals the truth behind entrepreneurial success. Anne and Manning also discuss women creating wealth, what drives elite performers, and the mindset required to never settle.
If you want real insight into what separates the best in business and in life, this episode is for you.
STOP Wasting Time. START Following the Blueprint to Success.
In this special LIVE audience recording of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner at NO DAYS OFF Con, host Manning Sumner sits down with Scott D. Clary, host of The Success Story Podcast, to uncover what it really takes to win in business and in life.
From the truth behind hustle culture to staying in the game long-term, Scott shares the blueprint for building success brick by brick—through strategy, self-belief, discipline, and NO DAYS OFF. They dive into podcasting, entrepreneurship mindset, and the reality of doing the hard work behind the scenes to achieve success, happiness, and fulfillment in all areas of life.
Brandon Carter, also known as King Keto, shares his story on how he turned his PAIN into POWER on The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner.From a troubled past and the trauma of losing his father to working random jobs while stepping up as the man of the family, Brandon Carter—also known as King Keto—hustled his way to success as an online coach, fitness entrepreneur, and social media influencer.They dive into building confidence, channeling pain into hard work, being superheroes to their children, hitting your goals, and the importance of truly liking yourself.
Be careful what you try to manifest—what you want may not be what’s truly meant for you.
Powerhouse women entrepreneurs Sarah Akiba, celebrity stylist and founder of The Spaces, and Brittany Berger, founder of Mindful Music Lab, join host Manning Sumner on The Big Dawgs podcast for a roundtable discussion on the truth behind manifesting, balancing relationships and work, creating freedom as an entrepreneur, the importance of building real connections in the age of AI, the power of words, and letting go of what no longer serves you—so you can align with what’s truly meant for you.
Near-death experience leads to total life transformation, from a path in psychology to law to now sexology, she became known as The Wow Woman.
In this powerful episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, host Manning Sumner sits down with clinical sexologist Katia Stern who shares her incredible journey after nearly dying in a fire.
Katia reveals how this traumatic event made her realize she had been living for others rather than pursuing her own desires - a pattern many women fall into.
Learn how to:
• Shift from “I Have To” to “I Want To” mindset
• Operate from love instead of fear
• Discover what truly brings you pleasure (in and out of the bedroom)
• Reinvent yourself at any age, especially after 40
This conversation isn’t just about sex - it’s about reclaiming your authentic self and finding genuine joy in every aspect of life.
Do you feel like you’re meant for more?
On this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner sits down with microdosing mentor and podcaster, Jeremy Awakens.
They dive into how most people in society are wearing a mask, hiding their true selves due to fear, lack of authenticity, and negative programming caused by trauma, external expectations, and poor parenting.
Jeremy explains how microdosing with Psilocybin Mushrooms can help individuals shed these masks, reconnect with their true selves, open new neural pathways, and unlearn harmful patterns—leading to a more fulfilling, authentic life. But it’s only possible if you're willing to put in the necessary internal work.
On this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner, Manning Sumner did a special collaboration episode with The Happy Customer Channel hosted by Dan Arriola.
They dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Manning Sumner, founder and CEO of LEGACY Gyms and No Days Off Premium Water, and host of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner podcast.
After breaking his back twice playing football, Manning dedicated himself to understanding injury prevention—leading him to train elite professional athletes like the one and only Shaun Livingston. He shares how he built LEGACY Gyms, launched his premium water brand No Days Off Premium Water, and mastered meaningful branding, systemized business, and vision-centric leadership—all by embracing the mindset of never quitting to achieve true success.
On this episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner, sits down with Dr. Mike Israetel, co-founder of RP Strength.
They dive into:
→ How Dr. Mike got into strength & performance
→ The science behind bodybuilding vs. jiu-jitsu training
→ Fitness advice for beginners & the importance of consistency
→ The truth about nutrition & cardio
→ How gyms set you up to fail vs. real gym communities
→ The role of social media in shaping today’s world
→ The importance quality hydration for EVERYBODY: NO DAYS OFF Premium Water
→ ChatGPT’s intelligence and if we should fear where AI is going
Watch now to learn from one of the key experts in strength and performance on the real truth behind fitness, training, and AI!
In Episode 24 of the Last Flight Out Podcast, host Jay and Mike sit down with the host of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner, the visionary behind LEGACY gyms, the revolutionary Partner Interval Training (P.I.T.) system, and the "No Days Off" lifestyle brand. Manning shares how he turned a single gym into a nationwide fitness movement, training elite athletes like Kevin Durant and James Harden, and expanding his brand into apparel, premium water, and more.Learn about his mindset, leadership lessons, and the challenges of building a lasting legacy in the fiercely competitive fitness industry. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast, entrepreneur, or just looking for inspiration to stay committed in life, this episode will leave you ready to embrace the "No Days Off" mentality.
On this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner sits down with Monica Suleski and discuss how the choices we make and the thoughts we choose to believe shape the quality of our lives, both inside and out. The overall message: Will you choose to be high on life or fall to detrimental vices?
Monica Suleski is the founder of Eclectic Elements and Sexy Bedding, brands inspired by the luxury and vibrancy of Miami’s high-end lifestyle.
OUTWORK EVERYONE
On this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner, Manning sits down with Neno Torres—host of Mornings with Neno, mentor, entrepreneur, and investor.
They dive into why our purpose on earth is to become the best version of ourselves through continuous learning, self-awareness, self-belief, application, and a growth mindset—the keys to real breakthroughs, personal growth, and lasting success. This episode explores how to stay disciplined, develop mental toughness, overcome challenges, and build the mindset needed to achieve your goals and create long-term success.
How To Go From Broke to a Successful Entrepreneur: The Founders Club | Season 3, Episode 4.
On this episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner sits down with The Founders Club—Aaron Spivak: co-founder of Hush Blankets, Mike Fata: co-founder of Manitoba Harvest, and Chris Meade: co-founder of Crossnet Game.
They each share their inspiring backstories of becoming self-made entrepreneurs. They emphasize the importance of taking risks, putting in the reps, learning from “failure,” and having tough conversations to grow and achieve lasting success driven by passion and purpose.
Start Your Business NOW: How to Turn an Idea Into Multi-Location Success | Season 3, Episode 3.
On this episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner sits down with Sunny Ilyas, founder and CEO of the rapidly growing casual healthy food restaurant Vale Food Co. Their mission? To make healthy meals accessible to all.
They dive deep into the power of urgency, hustle, grit, passion, and determination in turning an idea into reality. Sunny shares valuable lessons learned while pivoting and scaling from a startup to their goal of international expansion—solving everyday problems with each intentional decision and staying true to their purpose of helping others live healthier lives.
How To Breakthrough Stagnation and Get Ahead In Life: The Secret To Becoming Your BEST Self | Season 3, Episode 2.
On this episode of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner, host Manning Sumner sits down Travis Wallace and Sofia Perez- the reinvention experts!
They reveal the habits and secrets to breaking through stagnation and getting ahead in life, with the key being letting go of who you used to be to become the person you WANT to be. By consistently showing up, challenging yourself, and reinventing yourself, you can live a life of true fulfillment as your BEST self.----Timestamps:00:00 Teaser1:05 Intro 1:23 Bios5:41 Getting Out Of The “Miami Party Lifestyle”8:06 “Treat Saturday Like A Tuesday: How Sofia and Travis Meet11:39 Hip Replacement Surgery at 24 Years Old12:33 “WIn The Battle Against Your Ego:” Identity Crisis 14:34 Fear of Embarrassment & Letting Go of What Others Think15:21 Speaking In Front of The Camera & Changing Lives19:41 Identifying Stagnation: Accountability & Inspiring Others22:27 The Habit of “Winning The Alarm” For Personal Growth 25:56 What To Do If You’re Stuck: Identify Who You Want To Be 27:26 We Become The Things We Tell Ourselves: “I Am…” 31:38 Not Giving Up & Still Showing Up For Yourself32:38 The Value of Investing In Yourself35:35 Looking Better Isn’t Vain.. It’s More Than That38:05 You Get What You Pay For & Giving People Hookups 40:10 Sticking To Your Guns & Knowing Your Value & Worth43:40 Things Don’t Just Pop Up44:07 The 1 Percenters: Harkwork & Commitment | The Great Awakening 45:22 Name Your Price, and Then Increase It46:13 Becoming A Reinvention Coach46:44 Changing Habits and Losing Friends 48:04 Transformation: “There Is Another Version of Yourself & Leveling Up” 48:50 Fitness & Working Out: It’s Not For Aesthetics (It’s An Anchor)50:30 The Book: “Reinvention Is A Requirement” By Travis Wallace55:43 Firing A Client 56:55 Doing What The Client Wants To Do…58:39 Becoming A Successful Personal Trainer 59:18 The Myth of “Insta” Success 1:00:41 Telling People Till It Clicks 1:02:53 Do It For 100 Days1:03:31 People Don’t Like Changing or Getting Uncomfortable 1:03:41 What Love Really Is: Challenging Others1:05:06 The 3 Types Of People You Should Have In Your Life1:06:45 All It Takes Is One Person1:07:17 Biggest Misconception With Reinvention 1:10:42 Sofia’s Biggest Client Success Story1:11:41 Why Prices Rise 1:13:34 Tarvis’s Biggest Client Success Story1:16:01 Manning’s Biggest Client Success Story1:19:12 Working in Business With Your Partner 1:23:32 How To Start The FR4UMLA For Reinvention 1:25:50 One Thing You Wish Someone Knew About You | Share Your Story1:32:17 Ending---Connect with us:Travis Wallace’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetraviswallace/ Sofia Perez’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofiaperez98/ Manning Sumner's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manningsumner Manning Sumner's Twitter: https://twitter.com/manningsumnerThe Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebigdawgswithmanningsumner/ NO DAYS OFF Premium Water:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinknodaysoff/ Website: www.drinkndo.com Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/NDO-H2O-Ultra-Premium-Sparkling-Water/dp/B0BWS8NL22?th=1 No Days Off & Legacy:No Days Off Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nodaysoff/ No Days Off Apparel: https://shopnodaysoff.com/ Legacy Gyms (Try your first PIT workout free!): https://legacyfit.com/The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner podcast:YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcdw0FTVvhxWbTE-4bwKwz0B5jiRBcMXv Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yJuvkdFdVChIdW0wdCm18 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-dawgs/id1667127648
Three Vegans and a Carnivore: Find Your Own Path to HEALTH (Roundtable Discussion) | S3, Ep 1 On this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner welcomes John Lewis "Badass Vegan", Torre Washington, & Lance Kearse for a roundtable discussion.
They each discuss how and why they decided to go vegan and how, regardless of your health choices, there’s no need for us to be against each other. In the end, we’re all doing it for the right reasons, and the path doesn’t have to be the same for everyone—the common denominator is HEALTH.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Teaser
1:29 Intro
1:49 Guests’ Bios
7:23 Deciding To Go Vegan (Disclaimer)
9:03 Lance Kearse’s Vegan Journey
12:20 Taste VS Feeling: The Elimination Process
14:23 Torre Washington’s Vegan Journey
19:22 Bodybuilding Heros (Arnold Schwarzenegger & Franco Columbu)
20:49 John Lewis’s Vegan Journey
22:16 “Vegan Labeling” VS Natural Foods: Everything Is Processed
23:42 Caring About Your Health
24:33 The “Quick Fix” VS Discipline
24:56 The Reason For Different Diet Labels
25:30 Viral Information & Copying Others
26:05 Nutrition Is Individual & Personal
26:29 Religion, Spirituality, & What You Believe
27:35 Attacking People For What They Eat
28:07 Trying To Go Vegan: It’s A Diet Not It’s A Lifestyle
31:32 Supplementation
32:08 Vegan Protein Intake
32:49 Gluten Free
34:02 Testosterone & The Age Topic
35:34 Creatine Benefits
37:08 Vegans Taking Supplements
39:31 Labeling & Identity
41:45 Manning: Something That Nobody Knows | Loving People & Creativity
46:48 How John and Manning Met
48:50 John Being A Butcher
49:40 People’s Paths
52:43 Believing Your Own Greatness & Community
54:44 Celebrating Others Wins
55:34 Torre - Something That Nobody Knows | Helping Others
58:00 Helping People’s Journey: Serving Over Selling
1:00:14 Favorite Quotes
1:00:33 John - Something That Nobody Knows | Share Your Story
1:03:06 Lance - Something That Nobody Knows | Not Naturally Gifted
1:04:37 Test Your Genetics & Going Through Tough Times
1:05:47 Give It Your All
1:07:24 Favorite Quotes & The Great Awakening
1:14:11 John’s Favorite Broke Story
1:15:37 Showing Up: When You Find Your Passion & Purpose
1:16:49 Torre’s Next Bodybuilding Shows & Polygraph
1:18:12 Find Us On Socials
1:18:31 Retreat & Natural Foods
1:19:21 Appropriate Conversations
1:20:20 Lance’s Favorite Broke Story
1:24:24 Last Words
1:25:14 NO DAYS OFF Premium Water
1:26:38 Stop Demonizing What’s “Processed”
1:28:14 TV Show Trying Stuff
1:28:33 Ending Flowers
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Torre Washington’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/torre.washington/?hl=en
Lance Kearse’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamlancekearse/?hl=en
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In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, host Manning Sumner sits down with Travis Wallace—former Division 1 basketball player, now NBA Coach, and founder of the coaching program, The Formula.
Travis shares his journey of self-reinvention, from overcoming depression after losing his identity as an athlete to building a successful coaching career. Now, he’s focused on helping others unlock their potential. He reveals the formula for becoming elite, breaking stagnation, and living by his 5 life-changing non-negotiables.
Travis's message is clear: reinvention is a requirement, and the mindset of “never satisfied” is both a challenge and a gift, driving personal growth and inspiring others to do the same.
Full episode on YouTube
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In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, Manning Sumner sits down with Vanessa Gonçalves—former Miss Venezuela, Miss Universe, dentist, and now a dedicated yoga instructor and author of the book “I Am Enough, I Am Vulnerable”.
Vanessa opens up about her powerful journey, from facing challenges with converting to Judaism and battling suicidal thoughts to finding healing through meditation and yoga. Together, they explore the power of mobility, overcoming pain, prioritizing mental health, and the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in deeply connecting with others.
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In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Cody Patrick, Co-Founder and CEO of SWEAT440 gyms and founder of SHIFT.
They discuss their entrepreneurial journeys from being full-time personal trainers to pivoting into creating unique group fitness classes and disrupting the fitness industry. Tune in to learn what sets their businesses apart, gain insights on building and expanding a successful business, and the commitment needed to make a lasting impact.
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In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Elena Asher, Founder of Lash Makers, a top brand for eyelash extension products and online beauty business courses. She’s also the founder of BAGA, a unisex clothing brand described as “a love letter to contemporary streetwear.”
Elena shares her inspiring journey from Siberia to Miami, where they discuss how to become a successful entrepreneur and leader. They emphasize the importance of discipline, overcoming business struggles, and achieving financial independence while embracing femininity.
Additionally, they explore the benefits of doing business in Miami, the significance of surrounding yourself with the right influences, and the power of social media. They also discuss why you should be exceptional in everything you do and how to build self-belief and confidence, with the overall message being that there are no excuses for building the life you want!
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