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Lean & Lionhearted
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The Lean & Lionhearted Podcast with Fitness Coach & IFBB Pro AJ Quimson. In this podcast, we’re here to equip you with the essential tools you need not just for temporary change, but to maintain your transformation for the rest of your life. We believe in building people up to become champions of their own self-care, fostering a deep connection with their bodies and overall health.
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I Looked Good. I Just Didn't Believe It. | Post-Show Truth - #39
1w ago01:21:00Tap to summarizeSix days post-show and we're giving you the full honest debrief. The imposter syndrome backstage, the binge week aftermath, and the moment Evan realized his old "normal life" eating habits were basically the reason people stay fat.We also get into what discipline actually is, why we don't always want to work out, and how Evan is really doing on the reverse diet.If you've ever felt like you didn't belong somewhere you worked hard to be, this one's for you.Follow AJ on ig:https://instagram.com/lionhearted_aj
Transcribe →You Phony, Bro: An Honest Conversation About Why You're Not Where You Want to Be | #38
3w ago00:52:33Tap to summarizeMost people think they're failing at fitness because they don't have enough discipline, the right program, or enough time. AJ says the real problem is simpler, and more uncomfortable than that.In this episode, AJ sits down with Omar for an unfiltered conversation about why smart, driven people stay stuck in their health and fitness. They get into why your goals might be working against you, why eating healthy isn't actually as expensive as you think, and why the version of yourself you see in the mirror might not match the version you claim to be.The moment that hits different: when Omar admits he's not at the place of hating what he sees, but he's not proud of it either. And AJ calls it exactly what it is.If you've ever felt like you're capable of more but keep finding reasons not to start, this one's for you.Topics covered: Why unrealistic goals kill momentum before you even begin · The real cost of eating cheap · Why the scale is lying to you · Seed oils, keto, carnivore...what actually matters · Home gym vs. the real gym · Why discipline in fitness bleeds into every other area of your life · What it means to be the premium version of yourselfFollow AJ on instagram:https://instagram.com/lionhearted_aj
Transcribe →Tired of Settling: A Raw Conversation 15 Days Out - #37
Apr 2001:07:14Tap to summarizeIn this episode, AJ talks with Evan Mao who is 15 days out of his first bodybuilding show. The two go over what prep is like, the mental struggles of dieting, and rediscovering the "why". Being able to see beyond looking good or losing weight is what most men are missing for long term results. Follow Evan:https://instagram.com/evanmao01Follow AJ:https://instagram.com/lionhearted_aj
Transcribe →From “I Know Better” to Better Results (Client Interview) - #36
Nov 3000:21:04Tap to summarizeIn this episode, AJ sits down with John, a 38-year-old dad and nurse from Southern California, to talk about what really happens when you stop trying to do it all yourself.After years of yo-yo diets, crash cuts, and thinking “I’ve got this,” John realized the biggest unlock wasn’t a new program — it was letting go of control. Together, we break down how surrendering to structure, trusting the process, and being coached with accountability turned six months into one of the most peaceful, productive seasons of his life.If you’ve ever felt like you should know what to do by now but still aren’t getting the results you want, this one’s for you.My instagram:https://instagram.com/lionhearted_aj
Transcribe →Letting Go of Control: Asian Upbringing, Fear of Failure & Finding Real Peace | #35
Nov 1701:44:45Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I sit down with my good friend Felix to talk about letting go of control and finding the real path to growth. We dive into growing up Asian and terrified of failure, how that turns into perfectionism and overthinking as adults, and why so many of us would rather not try than risk finding out we’re “not good enough.”We get into: using pain as a path to growth, breaking out of the “emotional home” of fear and victimhood, and how fitness/bodybuilding became a testing ground for building self-belief. Felix opens up about indecision, temptation, exploring faith, and why he’s slowly stepping away from the “safe” corporate path to pursue food and service.We also talk fatherhood, leadership vs being a “boss,” social media, comparison, and why you can’t tell your kids to chase their dreams if you never chased yours. If you’ve ever felt stuck, scared to fail, or obsessed with staying in control, this one’s gonna hit.My Instagram:https://instagram.com/lionhearted_ajFelix's Instagram:https://instagram.com/liferecipesbyfelix
Transcribe →GENIUS Fitness Advice For Parents | #34 - Lean & Lionhearted
Nov 7, 202401:17:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Lean & Lionhearted AJ talks with Dario Tejo about helpful tips to stay fit as a parent. Dario is the owner and founder of Train Origin, a gym in the Bay Area of California, that specializes in strength and powerlifting. As fitness professionals, the two go over some of the most useful tips they've found as coaches and as parents themselves!Download AJ's Fat Loss Jumpstart Guide:https://teamlionhearted.com/ebookFollow AJ on instagram:https://instagram.com/lionhearted_ajFollow Dario on instagram:https://instagram.com/dario_tejo?
Transcribe →#33 - How Losing 30 lbs Helped Him Be More Social Again | Jeremy Bohol
Sep 29, 202400:15:15Tap to summarizeIn this episode, AJ sits down with his client Jeremy Bohol, who just finished up his 6 month program. Jeremy talks about what it was like gaining a bunch of weight and becoming less social because he was self conscious and how it is for him now after losing 30 lbs. Download AJ's Fat Loss Jumpstart Guide:https://teamlionhearted.com/ebookFollow AJ on instagram:https://instagram.com/lionhearted_aj
Transcribe →#32 - The Secret to Consistency in Fitness | Jason Huynh
Sep 16, 202401:08:01Tap to summarizeIn this episode, AJ sits down with Jason Huynh, to discuss the topic of motivation. The two used to compete against each other as professional bodybuilders and since AJ's retirement, Jason has gone on to go to the Olympia 5x and win multiple pro shows. Jason talks about motivation from the perspective of a high level professional and AJ touches more on how he stayed motivated in his early days.Download AJ's Fat Loss Jumpstart Guide:https://teamlionhearted.com/ebookFollow AJ on instagram:https://instagram.com/lionhearted_ajFollow Jason on instagram:https://instagram.com/jhuyner16
Transcribe →#31 - How We Adjusted to Her Pregnancy | Mary Quimson
Sep 9, 202401:09:52Tap to summarizeIn this episode, AJ sits down with his wife, Mary, and the two talk about their journey of getting pregnant and the difficulties they faced. The two also talk about how they've decided to handle pregnancy together with all the life changes going on and how they feel moving forward in their journey to become parents.Download AJ's Fat Loss Jumpstart Guide:https://teamlionhearted.com/ebookFollow AJ on instagram:https://instagram.com/lionhearted_ajFollow Mary on instagram:https://instagram.com/maryish
Transcribe →#30 - The Difference Between Great Results and No Results in Fitness | Ash Kholghy
Jun 26, 202401:11:34Tap to summarizeIn this episode, AJ brings back Ash Kholghy, owner of Team Form Fit, to talk about qualifying for the Olympia for the second time and what the difference is between people who get GREAT results in fitness and people who get little to no results. People tend to over complicate things but the differentiating factor to each of them is in this episode.Download AJ's Fat Loss Jumpstart Guide:https://teamlionhearted.com/ebookFollow AJ on instagram:https://instagram.com/lionhearted_ajFollow Ash on instagram:https://instagram.com/team_form_fit_coaching
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