In this episode, we do a side-by-side comparison of the new food pyramid vs the old MyPlate and discuss each of their pros and cons.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

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-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/T1dhQdaE2Zc

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Another week, still sick...

(04:21) — Mike's big nutrition goal for 2026

(09:59) — Jordan's plans for the year

(15:23) — Where our morals *actually* come from (& why we're so divided)

(21:16) — Mike's journey through the Bible continues

(24:06) — Breaking down the NEW Food Pyramid - the good, the bad, how it compares to MyPlate, and more

(48:26) — Wrap-up

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In this episode, we rank the top 22 glute exercises ranked S (supreme) to F-tier.

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Welcome to 2026, baby!

(01:31) — Minnesota state taxes (& fraud) are OUT OF CONTROL

(12:56) — The insane rise of peptides in the fitness industry

(21:04) — Ranking the top 22 glute exercises (S to F tier)

(1:04:53) — Wrap-up

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In this episode, we rank the top 20 biceps exercises ranked S to F tier. Mike also gets called by a plumber, literally, four times in a row and loses his mind in a fit of pure rage.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

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WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VMyNpfMR_mE

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Mike has gotten OUT of Benghazi

(01:07) — We're coming in with a *real* hot take

(04:22) — Jacob and Esau, the Old Testament, & happiness vs contentment

(08:20) — We've received some feedback on our Mentorship pricing...

(10:03) — An amazing upper back exercise

(13:39) — Checking in on Jordan's hand-growth goals

(15:51) — Balancing life, training, and sleep

(17:20) — A brief interruption for a fit of pure rage...

(20:20) — Back to balancing life, training, and sleep

(26:17) — Ranking the top 20 biceps exercises (S to F tier)

(58:15) — We'll see you in the new year!

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In this episode, we are back to fitness content ranking the most popular workout program designs from best to worst.

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Hydration levels & undisclosed locations

(01:35) — Mike's Iron Man streak is officially OVER

(06:10) — A frightening marker for society

(11:59) — Jordan's catching up...

(14:19) — Training splits ranked from best to worst

(38:04) — One of the BEST things you can do as a parent

(43:56) — What to do when you hit the wall after newbie gains

(44:11) — Advice for nervous soon-to-be fathers

(46:00) — Sleep training that really works

(46:27) — Thanks for listening! We hope you have an amazing holiday!

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

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If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

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In this episode, we discuss the all-time best ab exercises, baby item-must haves, how to fall asleep as quickly as possible, and more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

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-J & M

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Reflecting on the year and our (declining) levels of technological savviness

(03:48) — Jordan's new training schedule (why he's making the switch)

(08:16) — Mike is officially retiring from fantasy football

(11:35) — The dark side of gambling & sports integrity

(21:22) — The top baby item must-haves

(29:49) — Why can't anyone in the fitness industry ever agree?

(34:55) — Strategies for better sleep

(39:25) — Our favorite ab exercises

(49:47) — Wrap-up

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If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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In this episode, we discuss David Goggins vs. rest days, stomach vacuums, autophagy, fasted training, airplanes with toddlers, and more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

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-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7EuldRo6eJw

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Energy & fatigue levels as we age

(06:00) — The strangest (& most inconvenient) way Jordan has improved his sleep...

(11:36) — Experiences & advice for traveling with small children

(16:27) — Dog walking etiquette & porch pirates getting what they deserve

(21:31) — Online chess, Sun Tzu, & the Art of War

(24:04) — The difference between a banana and a Snickers bar

(24:27) — Fasted training

(26:43) — Doing exercises you hate

(29:59) — Weight vest recommendations

(31:15) — What are the benefits of stomach vacuums?

(33:08) — Age gaps & romantic relationships

(34:55) — The reality of weight spikes

(36:46) — Dealing with loose skin after weight loss

(39:09) — Goggins vs Rest Days

(43:02) — The "best" type of creatine

(47:36) — Fasting & autophagy

(49:24) — The truth about fitness wearables

(50:20) — Things Jordan misses about Boston

(52:29) — Wrap-up

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© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, Jordan absolutely shocks Michael with unexpected news. We also discuss code orange, communism, training intensity, and more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

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-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nbOEhfA-O9U

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Bitcoin dips, investment strategies, & a healthy financial mindset

(04:22) — Jordan has a MAJOR announcement (and Mike can't believe it)

(12:55) — Grok is finished... Back to ChatGPT

(20:05) — Mike is officially... a redditor?

(24:23) — We'll never have 2015 energy again... (the value of intensity in your youth)

(35:50) — Training for the hypothetical...

(43:16) — Career choices, social movements, & class dynamics

(53:10) — Don't forget to apply for the Mentorship during our Black Friday sale (seriously, don't miss it)

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Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046

If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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