<![CDATA[Momentum with Steven Borden]]>eda658d0-b6e1-5ea5-968d-11e51e1d6355Tue, 18 Apr 2023 12:00:10 +0000Captivate.fmSteven Bordenhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/6bd4e24d-12a7-4a64-8a51-308315fc64bc/HxV2B8rzDYMEQLEvIACWPLCr.pngMomentum with Steven BordenSteven BordenSteven BordenMy ambition is to get you to take action and move towards the life you want. We all have goals, and most of us want to be further along in life than we are currently. Whether you want to get in the best shape of your life, build a business, start a podcast, learn a new skill, or accomplish anything of substance, there's one thing you'll definitely need: Momentum. Different roadblocks keep us from getting where we want to go. For some, it's fear and insecurities. For others, it's plain laziness. Whatever the underlying issue is, almost anything can be overcome by generating a bit of momentum. Small actions repeated consistently lead to big changes. You're capable of making the changes you want to make. Whether you've set a plan a thousand times and given up every time, or you're just preparing to take a step towards a goal for the first time, you just need to learn how to build and sustain momentum. That's what I'm here for - each episode of this podcast, either myself or a guest will share insights on how to maximize your life and potential. I'll be interviewing some of the greatest minds in the world - from athletes, entrepreneurs, coaches, artists, psychologists, and more. Thank you so much for tuning in, and let's build some Momentum!https://momentum.captivate.fmnoepisodicnopodcastLosing 160 Pounds, Keeping Momentum, and "75 Hard" with Bishoi KhellaLosing 160 Pounds, Keeping Momentum, and "75 Hard" with Bishoi KhellaToday's guest is Bishoi Khella.

Bishoi amassed quite the following on TikTok after his incredible 160 pound weight loss journey went viral.

In 2021, he was north of 350 pounds. Today, he sits at 180 pounds (absolutely jacked) at 10.7% body fat.

Bishoi and I chatted about his journey, what prompted this massive transformation, and what allowed this change to be different (what made it last).

We also talked about how he sustains momentum despite life changes and distractions like vacation or busy work seasons, the exact plan he followed to lose 160 pounds, his business, and much more.

All in, I thoroughly enjoyed this chat and it was fascinating to get to speak to someone who's made such extraordinary changes - and more importantly, sustained them.

You can connect with Bishoi on TikTok here.

Enjoy, and as always, please reach out to me with any questions, comments, concerns, or podcast topic ideas!

I'd love to connect with you:


]]>Today's guest is Bishoi Khella.

Bishoi amassed quite the following on TikTok after his incredible 160 pound weight loss journey went viral.

In 2021, he was north of 350 pounds. Today, he sits at 180 pounds (absolutely jacked) at 10.7% body fat.

Bishoi and I chatted about his journey, what prompted this massive transformation, and what allowed this change to be different (what made it last).

We also talked about how he sustains momentum despite life changes and distractions like vacation or busy work seasons, the exact plan he followed to lose 160 pounds, his business, and much more.

All in, I thoroughly enjoyed this chat and it was fascinating to get to speak to someone who's made such extraordinary changes - and more importantly, sustained them.

You can connect with Bishoi on TikTok here.

Enjoy, and as always, please reach out to me with any questions, comments, concerns, or podcast topic ideas!

I'd love to connect with you:


]]>9d961ffd-52e6-4e3e-80a5-ebfa31fea929Tue, 18 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -070047:51nofull1515Steven BordenWhy You Aren't Losing FatWhy You Aren't Losing FatIf the below quote resonates with you, this episode is for you.

"I've tried keto, I've tried vegan, I've tried tracking my calories, I've tried everything. I've made some progress in the past, but I end up rebounding at some point and I'm further away from my goal than when I started. I'm not confident that I can stick with any sort of routine because even when I do, I feel like I don't get where I want to go."

Discussion points include:

  • Why the scale may not be changing despite you doing things right
  • How to recognize water weight fluctuations (and make sure they don't discourage you)
  • The three reasons why most people aren't losing fat
  • A step by step process to get you moving in the right direction within 2 weeks

Enjoy, and as always, please reach out to me with any questions, comments, concerns, or podcast topic ideas!

I'd love to connect with you:


]]>If the below quote resonates with you, this episode is for you.

"I've tried keto, I've tried vegan, I've tried tracking my calories, I've tried everything. I've made some progress in the past, but I end up rebounding at some point and I'm further away from my goal than when I started. I'm not confident that I can stick with any sort of routine because even when I do, I feel like I don't get where I want to go."

Discussion points include:

  • Why the scale may not be changing despite you doing things right
  • How to recognize water weight fluctuations (and make sure they don't discourage you)
  • The three reasons why most people aren't losing fat
  • A step by step process to get you moving in the right direction within 2 weeks

Enjoy, and as always, please reach out to me with any questions, comments, concerns, or podcast topic ideas!

I'd love to connect with you:


]]>ef7607b3-aecd-4386-8a4c-ba841185bac2Fri, 31 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -070029:57nofull1414Steven BordenHow to Discover What You're Good At with Peter AwadHow to Discover What You're Good At with Peter AwadPeter Awad is a serial entrepreneur and founder of Mission Meats - a wildly successful E-commerce grass-fed beef jerky company. Some of the talking points from the episode:

  • The challenges of operating a meat company during 2020 - 2023 (with the massive increase in the cost of beef)
  • How Peter discovered what he's truly gifted at (and how you can too)
  • Why documenting your behavior can change your life
  • Strategic questions to get to the root of problems
  • How Peter knows everyone

You can connect with Peter here.

Enjoy, and as always, please reach out to me with any questions, comments, concerns, or podcast topic ideas!

I'd love to connect with you:


]]>Peter Awad is a serial entrepreneur and founder of Mission Meats - a wildly successful E-commerce grass-fed beef jerky company. Some of the talking points from the episode:

  • The challenges of operating a meat company during 2020 - 2023 (with the massive increase in the cost of beef)
  • How Peter discovered what he's truly gifted at (and how you can too)
  • Why documenting your behavior can change your life
  • Strategic questions to get to the root of problems
  • How Peter knows everyone

You can connect with Peter here.

Enjoy, and as always, please reach out to me with any questions, comments, concerns, or podcast topic ideas!

I'd love to connect with you:


]]>9498216d-4934-4e12-a93e-b23269406a2aFri, 17 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -070001:15:14nofull1313Steven BordenHow to Use Time Blocking to Transform Your Productivity and LifeHow to Use Time Blocking to Transform Your Productivity and LifeIf you notice yourself consistently feeling like you're drowning in busyness and "never quite getting around" to all the big goals and projects you have in mind, this episode might be useful for you. We discuss:

  • Why "task switching" and multi-tasking can reduce performance and cause us to burn out faster
  • The 4 step process to time blocking (no matter what your profession is or what your goals are)
  • One specific strategy to improve focus during your time blocks (with a neat study out of Stanford to help illustrate the point)

Enjoy, and as always, please reach out to me with any questions, comments, concerns, or podcast topic ideas!

I'd love to connect with you:


Lastly, and this goes for any episode I publish, if you feel I have incorrectly interpreted any research or missed crucial pieces of a study/studies, I welcome feedback.

]]>If you notice yourself consistently feeling like you're drowning in busyness and "never quite getting around" to all the big goals and projects you have in mind, this episode might be useful for you. We discuss:

  • Why "task switching" and multi-tasking can reduce performance and cause us to burn out faster
  • The 4 step process to time blocking (no matter what your profession is or what your goals are)
  • One specific strategy to improve focus during your time blocks (with a neat study out of Stanford to help illustrate the point)

Enjoy, and as always, please reach out to me with any questions, comments, concerns, or podcast topic ideas!

I'd love to connect with you:


Lastly, and this goes for any episode I publish, if you feel I have incorrectly interpreted any research or missed crucial pieces of a study/studies, I welcome feedback.

]]>114c39bf-8ce2-4f4c-b8d1-2b8b35becc13Fri, 03 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -070029:36nofull1212Steven BordenThe Process with Ryan WermichThe Process with Ryan WermichIn the first of Momentum's "Home Team" series, I sit down with long time friend Ryan Wermich to discuss what has stopped us historically from building extraordinary lives, what our goals are moving forward, and most importantly, the systems we're using to get there.

]]>In the first of Momentum's "Home Team" series, I sit down with long time friend Ryan Wermich to discuss what has stopped us historically from building extraordinary lives, what our goals are moving forward, and most importantly, the systems we're using to get there.

]]>5c49e4a7-224d-4017-88f1-2f4bf6221093Mon, 23 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -070001:08:32yesfull1111Steven BordenStaying in Shape on Vacation: Actual Tactics to Enjoy Your Trip Without Setting Yourself BackStaying in Shape on Vacation: Actual Tactics to Enjoy Your Trip Without Setting Yourself BackIt's easy to go down the thought process of "Vacation is coming up. I only have two choices: 1. Enjoy myself & eat / drink whatever I want, or 2. Be disciplined & stay in shape, but not have any fun."

In this episode, I talk a bit about how reframing the way we think about vacations can be useful (and make vacations more enjoyable). I also give direct tactics that you can apply to make staying in shape on vacation much easier.

There is a whole segment on alcohol & how to still enjoy your trip without setting yourself way back (hint: 15 Mai Tais is probably a bad idea).

Vacations should be a net positive when it's all said and done, and if we can find a way to go, relax, and come back recharged without feeling like we set ourselves back on progress, that's the way to go.

Enjoy!

]]>It's easy to go down the thought process of "Vacation is coming up. I only have two choices: 1. Enjoy myself & eat / drink whatever I want, or 2. Be disciplined & stay in shape, but not have any fun."

In this episode, I talk a bit about how reframing the way we think about vacations can be useful (and make vacations more enjoyable). I also give direct tactics that you can apply to make staying in shape on vacation much easier.

There is a whole segment on alcohol & how to still enjoy your trip without setting yourself way back (hint: 15 Mai Tais is probably a bad idea).

Vacations should be a net positive when it's all said and done, and if we can find a way to go, relax, and come back recharged without feeling like we set ourselves back on progress, that's the way to go.

Enjoy!

]]>60782fcd-7d74-414a-b78d-31a9d48a87fcSat, 03 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -070035:54nofull1010Steven BordenHow to Solve Problems by Thinking like an Engineer, Building Levels Health, and More with Josh ClementeHow to Solve Problems by Thinking like an Engineer, Building Levels Health, and More with Josh ClementeJosh Clemente is a former high-level SpaceX and Hyperloop engineer, turned founder of the rapidly scaling health-tech company (Levels Health). In this episode, Josh discusses how to apply first principles thinking to solve problems - whether in your career, relationships, or life in general.

We also discussed the process of launching Levels, a product that allows you to look "under the hood" and see how foods you eat affect your blood sugar in real time, long term. If you've listened to any of my previous episodes, it's likely that you've heard me mention how important this is for health, performance, and longevity.

Josh shared insights on how you can improve your blood glucose levels & how taking charge of his own health drastically changed his cognitive performance, energy, and mood.

You can find out more about Levels and request access to the product here --> https://www.levelshealth.com/ or on Instagram @levels

Enjoy!

]]>Josh Clemente is a former high-level SpaceX and Hyperloop engineer, turned founder of the rapidly scaling health-tech company (Levels Health). In this episode, Josh discusses how to apply first principles thinking to solve problems - whether in your career, relationships, or life in general.

We also discussed the process of launching Levels, a product that allows you to look "under the hood" and see how foods you eat affect your blood sugar in real time, long term. If you've listened to any of my previous episodes, it's likely that you've heard me mention how important this is for health, performance, and longevity.

Josh shared insights on how you can improve your blood glucose levels & how taking charge of his own health drastically changed his cognitive performance, energy, and mood.

You can find out more about Levels and request access to the product here --> https://www.levelshealth.com/ or on Instagram @levels

Enjoy!

]]>1cc7ecfc-9c16-4574-b7a8-fd04e39cbccbMon, 17 May 2021 07:00:00 -070001:00:57nofull99Steven BordenThe Principles of Fat Loss: Do Hormones Cause Weight Gain? How To Know What To Eat, Where To Start, & Much MoreThe Principles of Fat Loss: Do Hormones Cause Weight Gain? How To Know What To Eat, Where To Start, & Much MoreI recorded this episode with the intention of creating a resource that you can use forever. Once you understand the principles of fat loss, you can apply those principles to any scenario presented to you & understand whether some nutrition claim is true or false (I.E. Will intermittent fasting directly cause fat loss? Will out-of-wack hormones cause fat gain independent of what you try to do? Can you eat as much as you want on a Keto Diet?)

In this episode, I toggle between education and application. I don't just talk about the mechanics of fat loss - I also give you direct step-by-step guidance on how to apply what's discussed to meet your goals.

I did my best to make this educational, but also easy to follow, with examples & tools.

As always, please reach out to me on Instagram @stevenborden with any questions or feedback from this episode. Enjoy!

]]>I recorded this episode with the intention of creating a resource that you can use forever. Once you understand the principles of fat loss, you can apply those principles to any scenario presented to you & understand whether some nutrition claim is true or false (I.E. Will intermittent fasting directly cause fat loss? Will out-of-wack hormones cause fat gain independent of what you try to do? Can you eat as much as you want on a Keto Diet?)

In this episode, I toggle between education and application. I don't just talk about the mechanics of fat loss - I also give you direct step-by-step guidance on how to apply what's discussed to meet your goals.

I did my best to make this educational, but also easy to follow, with examples & tools.

As always, please reach out to me on Instagram @stevenborden with any questions or feedback from this episode. Enjoy!

]]>dfbfd7d6-28ac-4d50-a5a3-c34a7cc04fe0Tue, 13 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -070049:51nofull88Steven BordenScaling & Selling a Tech Company, Overcoming Startup Failures, and Lessons From a Battle-Tested Entrepreneur with Ben JenkinsScaling & Selling a Tech Company, Overcoming Startup Failures, and Lessons From a Battle-Tested Entrepreneur with Ben JenkinsBen Jenkins is a thoroughbred entrepreneur. He's built and scaled several companies - from brick & mortar, to most recently a tech company whose services you've probably used before (whether or not you realize it).

We discussed the process of how he built this company, the hurdles he faced / how he overcame them, and what it was like to have the moment many founders dream about - an opportunity to cash in on selling your company.

Ben is one of the most impressive people I've had the privilege of knowing & someone I'm excited to have the opportunity to introduce you all to. Enjoy!

]]>Ben Jenkins is a thoroughbred entrepreneur. He's built and scaled several companies - from brick & mortar, to most recently a tech company whose services you've probably used before (whether or not you realize it).

We discussed the process of how he built this company, the hurdles he faced / how he overcame them, and what it was like to have the moment many founders dream about - an opportunity to cash in on selling your company.

Ben is one of the most impressive people I've had the privilege of knowing & someone I'm excited to have the opportunity to introduce you all to. Enjoy!

]]>8ba1ef8b-c898-4842-aa1b-b0b59958ce67Fri, 02 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -070050:57nofull77Steven BordenHow Exercise Impacts our Body and Brain + How to Improve Your Mental Resilience Through Science with Dr. Chris MorrisHow Exercise Impacts our Body and Brain + How to Improve Your Mental Resilience Through Science with Dr. Chris MorrisIf you've ever wondered what the actual health benefits of physical activity / exercise are, Dr. Chris Morris breaks it all down & much more on this episode.

We discuss exactly what happens in your body when you exercise regularly, how it increases longevity, and why it makes everything else you do "cost you less".

We talk about how to increase the capacity of your "tank" so you can handle more stress - whether that's work stress, training stress, or life stress.

Dr. Chris Morris is the Director of Performance Science at University of Kentucky & someone who has extensive experience managing and optimizing human performance. This was a beyond fascinating discussion and he provided real tools you can begin using today to increase your threshold.

Enjoy!

As always, you can find me on Instagram @stevenborden and Twitter @StevenBorden85

]]>If you've ever wondered what the actual health benefits of physical activity / exercise are, Dr. Chris Morris breaks it all down & much more on this episode.

We discuss exactly what happens in your body when you exercise regularly, how it increases longevity, and why it makes everything else you do "cost you less".

We talk about how to increase the capacity of your "tank" so you can handle more stress - whether that's work stress, training stress, or life stress.

Dr. Chris Morris is the Director of Performance Science at University of Kentucky & someone who has extensive experience managing and optimizing human performance. This was a beyond fascinating discussion and he provided real tools you can begin using today to increase your threshold.

Enjoy!

As always, you can find me on Instagram @stevenborden and Twitter @StevenBorden85

]]>298f9811-d784-479e-9e27-d1d202d2a697Mon, 22 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -070001:01:15nofull66Steven BordenWhy Can Some People Eat Whatever They Want? What is a "Fast Metabolism"? Why You Get Exhausted After Lunch, How to Sleep Better, and Much MoreWhy Can Some People Eat Whatever They Want? What is a "Fast Metabolism"? Why You Get Exhausted After Lunch, How to Sleep Better, and Much MoreIf you've ever been curious why that one person you know seems like he / she can eat whatever they want and not gain weight, this episode will deliver the answers!

I was fortunate to chat with a good friend who simply made a list of questions he was curious to ask / thought may be valuable for others.

We discussed that energy crash after lunch (and how to avoid it), optimal conditions for sleep (and what behaviors my Oura ring sleep tracker picks up on) and much more.

I hope the information here is useful for you - enjoy!

]]>If you've ever been curious why that one person you know seems like he / she can eat whatever they want and not gain weight, this episode will deliver the answers!

I was fortunate to chat with a good friend who simply made a list of questions he was curious to ask / thought may be valuable for others.

We discussed that energy crash after lunch (and how to avoid it), optimal conditions for sleep (and what behaviors my Oura ring sleep tracker picks up on) and much more.

I hope the information here is useful for you - enjoy!

]]>f7927096-5cef-4a8c-9b87-321701df71daMon, 15 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -070048:08nofull55Steven BordenWhy Your Body Feels "Stiff", How to Overcome Paralysis by Analysis, and Building a Personal Brand in the Performance Space with Quinn HenochWhy Your Body Feels "Stiff", How to Overcome Paralysis by Analysis, and Building a Personal Brand in the Performance Space with Quinn HenochWhy does your body feel "tight" or "stiff"? Why has endless stretching and foam rolling not removed pain and stiffness during training? What can you do to increase range of motion in a squat, and where do you start if you literally can't squat halfway down right now?

This episode starts off with tangible strategy right from the beginning as Quinn addresses each of those questions. Quinn is a well respected name in the strength & conditioning / physical therapy space as he is a rare breed that has expertise in both. He's also built a successful online business leveraging his expertise (and overcome his natural tendency to overthink things to do so).

We talked about how Quinn got to where he is now, what separates good strenghth coaches / PTs from the rest, and how to just get yourself to START.

You can find Quinn on Instagram at @quinn.henochdpt or find a vetted PT / Strength Coach provider in your part of the world at his website www.clinicalathlete.com

Enjoy!

]]>Why does your body feel "tight" or "stiff"? Why has endless stretching and foam rolling not removed pain and stiffness during training? What can you do to increase range of motion in a squat, and where do you start if you literally can't squat halfway down right now?

This episode starts off with tangible strategy right from the beginning as Quinn addresses each of those questions. Quinn is a well respected name in the strength & conditioning / physical therapy space as he is a rare breed that has expertise in both. He's also built a successful online business leveraging his expertise (and overcome his natural tendency to overthink things to do so).

We talked about how Quinn got to where he is now, what separates good strenghth coaches / PTs from the rest, and how to just get yourself to START.

You can find Quinn on Instagram at @quinn.henochdpt or find a vetted PT / Strength Coach provider in your part of the world at his website www.clinicalathlete.com

Enjoy!

]]>f2ac4347-df33-434e-984f-b10b4a41fc8cMon, 08 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -070001:06:38nofull44Steven BordenThe Life of an NFL Free Agent, Being an IMG Model at 6'5" 315 Pounds, and Stories from University of Kentucky Football with Jon TothThe Life of an NFL Free Agent, Being an IMG Model at 6'5" 315 Pounds, and Stories from University of Kentucky Football with Jon TothGreat discussion with former teammate, long-time friend, and mammoth of a human being Jon Toth. After a dominant career at University of Kentucky, Jon injured his back just weeks before the NFL combine. A projected mid-round pick, Jon has had to fight his way back into the NFL after teams passed on him due to his injury. He's bounced from the Jets, Rams, Browns, Eagles, and more the past several years.

We talked about the difficulty of investing so much energy and focus into something with zero guarantee of success and how he's staying disciplined despite that.

We also talked about some of the changes that happened in the Kentucky program after Stoops took over and some stories of our time playing together, and much more.

You can find Jon and his 36" quads on Instagram @jtoeth. Keep an eye out for him on Sundays in 2021!

]]>Great discussion with former teammate, long-time friend, and mammoth of a human being Jon Toth. After a dominant career at University of Kentucky, Jon injured his back just weeks before the NFL combine. A projected mid-round pick, Jon has had to fight his way back into the NFL after teams passed on him due to his injury. He's bounced from the Jets, Rams, Browns, Eagles, and more the past several years.

We talked about the difficulty of investing so much energy and focus into something with zero guarantee of success and how he's staying disciplined despite that.

We also talked about some of the changes that happened in the Kentucky program after Stoops took over and some stories of our time playing together, and much more.

You can find Jon and his 36" quads on Instagram @jtoeth. Keep an eye out for him on Sundays in 2021!

]]>9f9e13a9-a3d0-4f82-a90b-14f1ac2f55d8Mon, 01 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -070001:03:26yesfull33Steven BordenHow to Get Started Building a Personal Brand + Practical Strategies to Improve Sleep, Focus, and Health with Dr. Erik KoremHow to Get Started Building a Personal Brand + Practical Strategies to Improve Sleep, Focus, and Health with Dr. Erik KoremIn this episode I sit down with Dr. Erik Korem. Erik and I go back about seven years now - he was the Director of High Performance at University of Kentucky during my time playing ball there. A well-known name in the industry of high performance (optimizing performance of elite athletes), Erik has begun shifting his energy towards helping every day individuals perform at a high level. Whether you want to perform better at your job, have more energy during the day, sleep better, lose body fat, etc, Erik is a wealth of knowledge and provides practical steps you can implement today.

For more daily insights from Erik, you can find him on Instagram @erikkorem, or listen to his podcast "The BluePrint"

Enjoy!

]]>In this episode I sit down with Dr. Erik Korem. Erik and I go back about seven years now - he was the Director of High Performance at University of Kentucky during my time playing ball there. A well-known name in the industry of high performance (optimizing performance of elite athletes), Erik has begun shifting his energy towards helping every day individuals perform at a high level. Whether you want to perform better at your job, have more energy during the day, sleep better, lose body fat, etc, Erik is a wealth of knowledge and provides practical steps you can implement today.

For more daily insights from Erik, you can find him on Instagram @erikkorem, or listen to his podcast "The BluePrint"

Enjoy!

]]>77ef1275-dca4-4c49-9de2-5be53d858247Mon, 22 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -070001:03:20nofull22Steven BordenWelcome to Momentum: What to ExpectWelcome to Momentum: What to ExpectWelcome to Momentum! This entire podcast is the result of my drive to deliver the most tangible and effective resources to help you move toward the life you want.

We all want more from life - we want to be further along in our careers, we want to be in better shape, we want to make a bigger impact on the world. But how do we go about building the fortitude needed to do something meaningful in life?

I'll be interviewing some incredible people to help bring resources to anyone listening - athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, strength coaches, neuroscientists, you name it.

If you have any questions, comments, or would like further clarification on anything said on this (or any) episode, you can reach me on Instagram @stevenborden or on Twitter @StevenBorden85.

]]>Welcome to Momentum! This entire podcast is the result of my drive to deliver the most tangible and effective resources to help you move toward the life you want.

We all want more from life - we want to be further along in our careers, we want to be in better shape, we want to make a bigger impact on the world. But how do we go about building the fortitude needed to do something meaningful in life?

I'll be interviewing some incredible people to help bring resources to anyone listening - athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, strength coaches, neuroscientists, you name it.

If you have any questions, comments, or would like further clarification on anything said on this (or any) episode, you can reach me on Instagram @stevenborden or on Twitter @StevenBorden85.

]]>419e1453-18f5-4ee9-83c6-4b316dca62b5Mon, 22 Feb 2021 03:00:00 -070017:46nofull11Steven Borden