On this special episode of Man in the Arena I am joined by three outstanding coaches - Zayne Khan, Aaron Jacobs, and Tommy Geary - where we explore the importance of building friendships and how they impact our health. Friendships are more than just social bonds; they are a lifeline for our physical and mental health, particularly highlighted by the isolation experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic. We examine how men traditionally forge connections through shared activities and how pa...

Have you ever wondered if failure is actually the secret ingredient to success? Join me, Craig Spear, on this enlightening episode of "Man in the Arena," where we transform your perception of failure from a daunting obstacle to a powerful tool for achieving your health and wellness dreams. Drawing from my own personal experiences across various domains like sports, relationships, business, and fitness, I'll show you how failures have been pivotal in leading to better outcomes. We’ll tack...

Ever wondered why some habits seem effortless to adopt while others are a struggle? On this episode of Man in the Arena with Craig Spear, I explore James Clear’s Four Laws of Behaviour Change including several strategies you can use to easily create and solidify your next healthy habit.Imagine stretching while brewing your morning coffee or committing to a post-lunch walk; these small adjustments can set the stage for monumental gains in your health journey.Get ready to transform your ro...

Have you ever wondered how far you can push your mental and physical limits? Join me as I share my journey through the 75 Hard program, a rigorous 75-day challenge crafted by Andy Frisella. You’ll learn about the five rules I followed—strict diet, dual daily workouts, a gallon of water, daily reading, and progress photos—and how these rules catalyzed profound change in my life. I also share my personal strategies, such as kickstarting my day with a workout and reading session,...

In this latest episode of “Man in the Arena,” I'm talking about body shame and its impact on men over 40. Discover how these feelings can hold you back and learn actionable steps to overcome them.Topics Covered:• What is body shame• Why it's important to address it• Understanding body shame and its effects• The unique challenges men over 40 face• My story with body shame• Practical steps to overcome body shameDid you find this episode helpful insightful or motivating? If so, let's connect! Yo...

What is the true power of pushing past your limits? In this episode of "Man in the Arena," I uncover how setting ambitious goals and enduring physical challenges can unlock new dimensions of personal growth. Inspired by David Goggins' famous challenges, I share my experience of taking on the 5x4x48 challenge. We explore the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones to cultivate discipline, stamina, and mental toughness, and how these efforts can inspire those around us, especially ...

Losing weight isn't just going to cost you eating your favourite foods, socializing with your party friends and drinking all the alcohol you want. It's going to cost you something you might not want to give up.In today's episode I share the real cost of weight loss and becoming your healthiest self. We dive into how to assess how you respond to stressors in life and how the key to becoming your best self is to be more intentional.Did you find this episode helpful insightful or mot...

As an entrepreneur, coach, wife and mother of four, you'd think Kami had no time for her health. Instead, Kami thrives in all of these roles BECAUSE of her commitment to her health.In today's episode, Kami and I discuss the mindset needed to excel in both fitness and life among other things. Plus, we talk about Kami’s signature program, The Fuelled Life 12-week Nutrition Course.If you want to connect with Kami and learn more about here programs, here is how you can reach her: ...

Every worthy pursuit demands the unique ability to master the mundane. It means showing up every day and diligently working on your craft. Whether your goal is to lose weight, get stronger, sleep better, or be a better dad, embracing the often boring aspects of the process is essential.While the ‘Rocky montage’ moments of overcoming adversity and achieving glory make up just 1% of the journey, the remaining 99% consists of doing the small, monotonous tasks day in and day out. This episode div...

Have you ever confused getting in shape with shedding pounds? Today, I'm here to set the record straight on why these two objectives are not the same. What is the same, however, is the importance of adopting a growth mindset and I'll show you how a growth-oriented perspective can be your most powerful ally - no matter if you are losing weight or getting in shape.Today, it's all about embracing challenges, learning from setbacks, and placing value on the effort, not just the outcome...

My health and my life dramatically improved when I did these two things....1. I cultivated the first hour of my day2. I cultivated the last hour of my dayI stopped letting these hours of the day slip away from me and I used these times to intentionally create the results I wanted in my life.Research has shown us the most effective habits and behaviours we should engage in at these times and so I heeded the advice and created a routine that worked for me.In today's episode, I talk about how yo...

It's time to ditch the idea that willpower is the only way to conquer weight loss, especially if you're a man over the age of 40.My personal journey exposed the limitations of brute force in weight management, and through this revelation, I've unearthed the transformative power of equanimity—a state of emotional balance. This episode explores this mindful approach, ensuring that your health and weight loss goals are not only achieved but sustained.I also offer you nine practical strategies to...

Struggling with weight can feel like an uphill battle, especially for men over 40, but what if the key to unlocking sustainable weight loss was understanding the science behind hunger and satiety? That's exactly what we're laying out in this episode—three solid strategies to conquer over-hunger and the desire for foods that sabotage your health goals. We're digging deep into the hormonal seesaw of ghrelin and leptin and revealing how you can naturally keep your appetite in check. With a candi...

In this episode of "Man in the Arena," host Craig Spear welcomes back listeners after a hiatus and introduces the podcast's focus on helping men over 40 master their health and weight loss goals. He emphasizes the importance of consistency, drawing parallels between maintaining consistency in health habits and the story of exploration teams heading to the South Pole. The Swedish team's consistent 20-mile march each day led to success, contrasting with the UK team's variable approach.Spear sha...

Strap on your seatbelts as we take on a journey through the bloodstream with the wonders of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)— a revelation in health tech that's ignited my curiosity and may just spark yours too. Imagine having a window into the ebb and flow of your blood sugar levels, right at your fingertips, in real time. That's the daily reality I've embraced with my CGM, a device that's not just for diabetics but anyone curious about the body's response to food and lifestyle choice...

In my coaching I see a lot of guys with a lack of self worth or a low self worth. I hear it in their voices and it comes out in their thoughts - which then shows up in their actions and the things they do.I believe that our level of self worth is directly related to the results we have in our lives. From our health to our careers to our relationships, the opinions we have of ourselves greatly influence our outcomes.So one of the best things you can do, if you have a low self worth...

Ever felt stuck in the "all or nothing" mindset when it comes to your health and fitness?Of course you have! We all have! But there is a better way that allows you to always stay in connection with your goal.This episode is a game-changer for men over 40, as we discuss 'The Program' and the importance of getting 'dialled in' - how to craft your own dial, so that you can steer away from all or nothing thinking that often causes you to lose traction with your goals.In this episode.....

One of the best things you can do for your mental and physical health is create your own self coaching practice. In this episode, I'm sharing the essential tools for self-coaching that have reshaped my life and the lives of countless men over 40. I cover...How I coach myself on a regular basisHow self coaching has helped me and can help you3 Steps to build your own practiceYou'll also learn the power of the 'thought download' and 'thought model', including how to differentiate betwe...

If we all ate in a MINDFUL way at each meal and listened to our body's natural hunger cues, none of us would be overweight.Chances are you couldn't tell me whether you overate or not at your last meal and that's a problem.We're constantly distracted by our devices and we live fast paced lives. How often you do sit down to a meal and eat with intention, presence and consciousness?The good news is it's possible to tap into mindful eating and the benefits are MASSIVE!I not only talk about ...

I’ve been learning Spanish using Duolingo and one day something hit me. I realized that the only things between me not knowing how to speak Spanish and knowing how to speak Spanish are time and repetition.With enough time and with enough reps I will speak Spanish.I found this realization to be so incredibly motivating because I just have to show up, do the reps and I will achieve my goal.That’s how simple this is. Want to get stronger? Give it time and do the reps. Want to l...