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The Mind Builder podcast with Amer Kamra On this episode Amer speaks with John Le — known in the bodybuilding world as "Jaws" (@jaws_ifbbpro) — didn't build his body first. He rebuilt his identity. Long before the IFBB Classic Physique pro card and the Mr. Olympia stage, John was fighting battles no trophy could fix: addiction, unhealed childhood trauma, and the quiet question underneath all of it — who am I when the thing I'm chasing goes away? In this episode of The Mind Builder, John opens up about the failures and rock-bottom moments that forced him to look inward. He talks about how relentless self-examination became the tool that rebuilt him, why healing his past was harder than any prep, and how he reconstructed a sense of self strong enough to carry him to one of the biggest stages in the sport. This is a conversation about the man behind the physique — the addiction he faced, the identity he lost and remade, and what it actually takes to become someone new.

When things get hard, your brain starts scanning for the door. The escape hatch. The "maybe this isn't for me." In this episode of The Mind Builder Podcast, Amer breaks down why the search for the exit is the exact moment growth begins — and why the people who win are the ones who stop looking for a way out and start looking for a way through. We get into: why quitting feels like clarity when it's really just fear, how to sit in discomfort without flinching, and the mindset shift that turns pressure into fuel. If you've been one bad day away from giving up on something that matters, this one's for you. 🎧 New episodes every week. 📲 Follow me everywhere: @AmerTheHammer

Amer Kamra built Hammer Fitness into Toronto's #1 personal training gym — but in this episode of the Mind Builder Podcast, he admits the part nobody talks about: for years, he hated it. None of it would exist without his older brother, Sam Kamra. Sam Kamra forced Amer into the gym at 15, stood in his corner when he earned his pro card, and even found the empty Scarborough warehouse that became Hammer Fitness — before a single lease was signed. Sam Kamra has since traded fitness for real estate and is now a Toronto real estate agent, but he's still the reason the business, and the man Amer became, exist at all. In this raw conversation, Amer unpacks resentment, burnout, identity, and what it actually takes to build something — and why Sam Kamra saw it in him long before he believed it himself. The honest story of Hammer Fitness, the two brothers behind it, and the mindset that turns hating your business into building your life.

Podcast Description The Mind Builder Podcast by Amer Kamra explores the deep inner work behind personal transformation. Each episode challenges you to think differently, question your habits, and build a mindset aligned with growth, balance, and purpose. Episode Title: Don't Speak Before You Think! In this episode, Amer dives into the art of mastering your ego—the silent limiter that constricts your growth. Discover how impulsive reactions can sabotage progress and how learning to pause, reflect, and respond intentionally can expand your personal and professional power. This conversation unpacks practical strategies for quieting the inner critic, leading with awareness, and building mental discipline one thought at a time.

Welcome to The Mind Builder with Amer Kamra, a show dedicated to personal growth, mindset shifts, and unlocking the potential within you. In this episode, "Getting Out of the Woods," Amer explores the resistance and challenges that come with growth and transformation. Discover why many people struggle to push past the initial barriers of change—and how you can break through to achieve real progress in your life. Listen on Spotify: search 'The Mind Builder' Listen on Apple Podcasts--search 'The Mind Builder' Follow Amer Kamra for more updates and insights:   Instagram: www.instagram.com/amerthehammer 

Ozempic & Anti-Depressants – Mind Builder Podcast by Amer Kamra In this powerful episode of the Mind Builder Podcast, host Amer Kamra dives into the growing conversation around Ozempic and its intersection with mental health—specifically the impact and considerations when combined with anti-depressants. Drawing on the latest research, real-world experiences, and his own insights as a health coach, Amer explores the potential benefits, risks, and psychological implications that come with using these medications in tandem. Whether you're curious about weight management solutions, mental health treatments, or how to make more informed decisions about your wellbeing, this episode is packed with actionable knowledge and thought-provoking discussion. Amer's balanced, science-based approach offers clarity in an area that often sits in a grey zone of medical and lifestyle debates. Listen to the full episode here: Mind Builder Podcast Connect with Amer Kamra p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgb(59 130 246 / .5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtler-color));"> Website: www.amerkamra.com p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgb(59 130 246 / .5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtler-color)); font-weight: bold;"> Instagram: www.instagram.com/amerthehammer

In this episode of The Mind Builder Podcast, host Amer Kamra dives into the critical difference between staying stuck and breaking through: mental strength. He explores how being mentally weak shows up in everyday life, why it sabotages success, and what it really takes to overcome it. Amer breaks down the art of shifting your identity—moving beyond who you've been and stepping into who you must become to achieve your goals. He shares powerful strategies to recalibrate your mindset, build inner resilience, and align your actions with your highest potential. This is a direct, no-fluff conversation designed to challenge your thinking and push you toward the version of yourself capable of long-term success.

Unlock your transformation with "The Mind Builder Podcast" by Amer Kamra, where every episode is a journey to the boiling point of success.   In our special episode "100°: Required for Water to Boil", Amer dives into the science and mindset behind reaching your personal tipping point—where consistent effort leads to extraordinary transformation.   Discover what separates those who dream from those who do, and learn how to channel the effort needed to succeed in all areas of life. For more inspiration and behind-the-scenes content, follow Amer Kamra on Instagram (@amerthehammer) and join our community on Facebook at facebook.com/amerthehammer.