Old Man Strength

On Saturday, I competed in my first ever strong man competition.   It was a great experience and I was able to place 3rd out of 10 heavyweights.   I exceeded my own expectations and I am joyful and proud of what I accomplished, which is normally something I don't think about.   It was timely for the stage of life I am at and my performance was a testament to how I live on a daily basis.   In today's episode, I recap the day, with the insights and memories.   Live for the moment and challenge yourself, don't use age as an excuse, it's a mindset.  Be Unconventional, Kyle aka Panda Man  

Last week, I had my knee drained and shot up with cortizone, which I am normally against because most people rely on it.   I did it to help me get to my Strongman Contest which is less than a month away.   I had injured it during my second training session, which was really hampering my training and everday activity.  Make no mistake, I didn't stop, because one of my primary healing philosophies is to keep it moving.   Well, the ordeal got me to thinking because quite a few people told me it was age, or 'you're getting older' and so on.   While it is true that I am older, to me, wear and tear is a function of being in the arena, it's a matter of volume and probability. The more you play, the more likely that you are to get nicked up.   In today's episode, I share with you some key insights, my views on aging and training and how to adjust while we age.   Never stop playing and you will stay younger than your peers.  Add fasting to that and boom!   Anyways, let me know what you think.   P.S. - FAT LOSS FRUSTRATION??? Check out my upcoming, 6 week, Fat Shredder Challenge.  I teach you and Coach you, week by week, with the most advanced, yet simple fat loss process, that I personally follow.  No more dieting, fix your broken body and mind when it comes to nutrition and diet.  Spots are going fast, shoot me a text if you'd like more info: 908-229-6666  

26 years ago, I began experimenting with cheat days.    I was getting good results with them, however, when I brought them to the head of the nutrition department at the University of Delaware, he had no clue what I was talking about.  He dismissed the concept altogether.    However, I knew they worked because I was using them, but I was yearning to know more about how they worked.  That is when I came across my first hired Coach, Scott Abel.  Scott taught me a ton about cheat days, cheat meals and I even was on what is know as the Cycle Diet for a good period of time.    In this episode, I talk about cheat days and cheat meals, how to do them, who needs them and the difference between using cheat days for physiological versus psychological reasons.    Remember, you can't get fat in a meal or one day, so don't stress it.  If you use your cheat day the right way, it will serve you.    Be Unconventional,   Kyle Newell aka Panda Man   P.S. - Click this link for access to my free fasting community which includes an amazing 3-Week course that'll help you shed serious weight! https://pandamanofficial.com/free-fasting-community-access  

Desire and fear, fear and desire.   They go hand in hand when you peel the onion.  In this episode, I talk about two key mindset weapons that you can develop and use to continue forward progress while enjoying the process.   Splitting the Atom and... How to deal with fear... Take a listen and let me know what you think! Be Unconventional, Kyle Newell aka Panda Man P.S. - If you are ready for the journey of your life and are intrigued about having a Coach in your corner, shoot me a text at 908-229-6666

I often get asked what one should track when they start out with long form fasting on the Panda Diet.   In this video, I give you my thoughts on what to track and why.    However, be very mindful not to insert an obsessive compulsive approach from the traditional dieting world towards your fasting focused lifestyle.    A big part of why I created the Panda Diet, which is my unique version of fasting, beasting and feasting, was to create the prison of traditional dieting and an emphasis on tracking and weighing everything.    When we begin a journey, we want to learn and the best way to do that is total immersion.  At that stage of the game or for any learning in general, tracking the metrics can be beneficial.    But as you will see in the video, there are subjective markers that are far more important to track than things like your 'ketones'.    And don't forget to click the link in the P.S. to sign up for my FREE FASTING COMMUNITY WHICH INCLUDES A FREE, KILLER 3-WEEK FASTING COURSE!   Be Unconventional,   Kyle Newell aka Panda Man   P.S. - Sign up for my FREE community and course on the Panda Diet fasting by clicking the link: https://pandamanofficial.com/free-fasting-community-access

Last night, for the first time, I watched the movie 'Skulls' with Devon.  I remember when the movie came out in the early 2000's and not having too much interest in watching it.   And to be honest, the only reason I watched it this time is because Devon said it was one of her favorites.  But, as I watched it, it became apparent that it was to deceive people and that got me to thinking about a theory I have had for a while when it comes to something known as 'predictive programming'.   Which of course, made me want to share with you conspiracies in health and fitness, absurdities that keep the masses unhealthy, asleep, low energy, Homer Simpson-esqe, and zombified.  It makes you easier to control and gives away our God given power.   Take a listen and if you like what you hear, you are going to want to subscribe to the monthly Panda Man Files (new name), my print newsletter, because this month I am going deep into the health and fitness conspiracies and see where that takes us.   It is sure to be enertaining.   Be Unconventional, Kyle Newell aka Panda Man P.S. - If you would like to subscribe to my monthly, print, newsletter,  you can shoot me a text and I will send you the link.  If you subscribe for the year, it's half the price compared to if you just want a one-off issue.  908-229-6666

I am currently down in Newport, KY visiting my aunt and uncle with Brax and Colty.   We will be leaving to come back to Jersey in just a few hours in the early morning hours.  It's been a great trip and I've had a lot of time to think being away from home and taking a nice distance road trip.   On my Coaching calls today, I talked about being fully present and how it's a practice and somethign we need to aspire to.   There is no moment but NOW, I dare you to try and prove otherwide, at least on this earthly dimension.   Each moment is a life time, each moment is full of richness and beauty if you are there to experience it.   Take a listen to this short episode that I just recorded on a walk around the block while smoking a cigar.  It'll be good food for thought.   P.S. - I have one client finishing up a great year of 1-1 Coaching, which means I have one spot opening.  If you are ready and see the potential value of having a Coach in your life, feel free to shoot me a text and we can set up a time to chat about it. 908-229-6666.    

Are you living and learning or just living by following? Most people never think about their life's philosophy, yet we all have a philsophy of life.   Anyone that is a writer, reader and intentional thinker has a philosophy of life, and I am willing to bet my butt that these are the most interesting people that you have conversations with.   We all have people like this in our lives.   Take time to put pen to paper to get your thoughts out and really see what you believe to be true about the nature of reality and existence.   You will be suprised as time goes on how your brain will make a connection between any two events, experiences or thoughts.   Everything is connected.   In today's episode, I share how having a philosphy of life has allowed my life to become much more interesting and fascinating.   Be Unconventional, Kyle Newell aka Panda Man

Is comfort eating away at your soul? One thing I became very clear on before we had children was that if I told them to go for their dreams, I didn't ever want them to be able to say or think, 'Why?  You never went for yours Dad.'  It makes for an interesting life.  In today's episode, I give you a quick shot of inspiration in the form of a few stories that might just awaken the giant within you.   Become a legend.  Be Unconventional,   Kyle Newell aka Panda Man   P.S. - Want to be a RIPPED DAD?   It's a mentality and that mentality won't only help you get into the best shape of your LIFE, it will help you find your EDGE.  My Ripped Dads book is full of training knowledge and programs, fasting protocols and wisdom in regards to mindset.  My printer has the first batch of hard copies and I am keeping the price at $105 untilt this batch is gone, which should only be a week, two at most, then it goes up.  Text me if you want the link: 908-229-6666    

I bought a giant box of Fruity Pebbles this weekend, for my cheat nights.   And I noticed on the box that it said, 'Gluten Free'.   How silly is that?   It made me think about how much people are taught to focus on the minutia when it comes to their food.   God made us with brilliant bodies and he didn't intend for us to weigh our food, count our calories and hit a certain macro breakdown.   In this episode, I dive deeper into the line of thought that I try to help people break free from.  Take a listen and let me know any questions.   Enjoy! Be Unconventional, Kyle Newell aka Panda Man P.S. - If you are ready for the best year of your life and desire a Coach, that's what I do best.  Shoot me a text if you'd like to have a chat about what I do with my clients and see if it's a good fit for you: 908-229-6666