The Anthony Amen Show

Anthony Amen
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The Anthony Amen Show brings you real conversations about health, fitness, mindset, and the pursuit of becoming your strongest self. Hosted by Anthony Amen, founder of Redefine Fitness, NASM certified trainer, and lifelong student of human performance. This podcast breaks down health and wellness in a way that is honest, practical, and empowering. Each week, Anthony sits down with leading experts, medical professionals, top athletes, entrepreneurs, and everyday people with extraordinary stories. Together, they explore topics like strength training, nutrition, gut health, recovery, relationships, mental resilience, injury rehab, lifestyle habits, and personal transformation. If you're tired of fitness myths, surface level advice, and generic motivation, this show cuts deeper. You’ll walk away with insights you can actually use, whether you're starting your health journey or leveling up to your next breakthrough. What you’ll learn: • Evidence based fitness and nutrition • Mental and emotional health strategies • Real world stories of overcoming adversity • Tools for self motivation and lasting habits • How to optimize your body, mind, and daily performance New episodes every week. Learn more about personal training and nutrition coaching at https://redefine-fitness.com Connect with Anthony at https://anthonyamen.com

  1. 1D AGO

    Healthcare’s Quiet Monopolies And The Cost Of Care

    Send a text Ever look at a medical bill and wonder who actually gets paid—and why the numbers make no sense? We sat down with Dr. Christopher Eamon, interventional pain physician, and Tim Groth, CEO of Groth Pain & Spine, to map the full journey from exam room to reimbursement, and the hidden incentives shaping your care. From CPT and ICD-10 codes to clearinghouses and payer edits, we break down the back-end machinery that turns a note into a claim, and a claim into money… or a denial. We get candid about audits and takebacks—how Medicare can pay without prior review, then claw funds back years later—forcing practices to repay money already used to run clinics and pay doctors. That risk pushes small practices to the brink while large health systems negotiate two to five times Medicare rates and pass higher coinsurance onto patients. The price gap explains why your deductible hits harder at a hospital than at an independent office, and why many clinicians feel trapped between quality and volume. Then we tackle approvals and gatekeeping: why evidence-based procedures like spinal cord stimulation stall under shifting rules, how “peer-to-peer” often means a non-specialist reading policy instead of the literature, and how hours spent appealing denials come straight out of patient time. We share real examples of arbitrary criteria, odd denials, and the emotional toll of telling a patient the best option won’t be covered. So how do independent practices survive? By rethinking workflows with scribes and extended intakes, building multidisciplinary teams, and cross-subsidizing essential but underpaid services. We explore concierge care as a lifeline for time and access, the rise of MSOs to pool admin costs, and the hard truth that rate-setting often bears little relation to clinical complexity. Along the way, we confront the broken math of premiums, deductibles, and end-of-life spending—and ask what smarter tradeoffs could look like if we valued healthier years over bureaucratic churn. If you’ve ever felt lost in prior auths, frustrated by surprise bills, or curious why a surgeon might earn less than a device rep in the same case, this conversation will connect the dots and give you language to ask better questions. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s wrestling with the system, and leave a review with your biggest insurance or billing mystery—we’ll tackle it in a future show. Support the show Learn More at: www.Redefine-Fitness.com

    41 min

  2. 5D AGO

    From Real Estate To Health Tech

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    33 min

  3. MAR 2

    How A Non-Doctor Turned A Family Clinic Into A Regional Powerhouse

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    29 min

  4. FEB 23

    How A Young Mom Built A Gym And A Career In Fitness Leadership

    Send a text In this episode of The Anthony Amen Show, Anthony sits down with Amanda Leal, COO and fitness specialist for Redefine Fitness, to talk about leadership, resilience, and the reality of growing through adversity while balancing motherhood, fitness, and business. Amanda opens up about becoming a young mom, navigating challenges early in her career, and how those experiences shaped her mindset as she stepped into leadership. She shares her journey through bodybuilding, earning her IFBB Pro card, and transitioning into an operations role focused on building systems, supporting a team, and helping clients transform beyond the physical. This conversation goes deeper than fitness. Anthony and Amanda talk about discipline, adaptability, personal growth, and what it takes to keep moving forward when life does not go as planned. If you are building something while raising a family or pushing through difficult seasons, this episode offers honest perspective and encouragement. Subscribe to The Anthony Amen Show for more real conversations on leadership, fitness, and personal growth. Support the show Learn More at: www.Redefine-Fitness.com

    24 min

  5. FEB 16

    Menopause, Hormones and Real Answers With Dr. Vanessa Soviero

    Send a text Menopause can feel like your body changed the rules without telling you. In this episode of The Anthony Amen Show, Anthony sits down with Dr. Vanessa Soviero, an OB GYN and certified menopause specialist, to cut through the confusion around hormones, weight gain, energy loss, and what actually works for women navigating menopause today.  They discuss symptoms many people do not immediately connect to hormones such as joint pain, brain fog, skin changes, and stubborn belly fat, and why being told it will pass often leaves women struggling longer than necessary. Dr. Soviero breaks down common misconceptions from the WHI study, explains when hormone therapy may be appropriate, and explores evidence based nonhormonal options for women looking for real relief.  The conversation also gets practical. Anthony and Dr. Soviero talk about strength training for bone density and metabolism, nutrition shifts that help manage cravings when sleep and hormones are disrupted, and how visceral fat and insulin resistance can change during midlife. You will also hear about creatine monohydrate, sleep strategies that can make a real difference, and why an individualized realistic plan matters more than chasing quick fixes. Beyond the science, they discuss real world challenges women face including limited time with providers, overwhelming supplement advice, and navigating health information online. If you have felt dismissed, confused, or unsure where to start, this episode offers a grounded honest conversation designed to help you move forward with clarity. Subscribe to The Anthony Amen Show for more conversations on fitness, health, and real world lifestyle change, and share this episode with someone who needs it. This episode is for women going through menopause and anyone who wants to better understand hormones, health, and how to support women during this stage of life. Support the show Learn More at: www.Redefine-Fitness.com

    36 min

  6. FEB 9

    Quitting A Six-Figure Job To Build A Life You Actually Want

    Send a text What happens when a “lifer” job meets a restless mind and a real shot at purpose? We sit down with John friend, accountability partner, and newly minted real estate pro to trace the unglamorous path from corporate security to building a business with skin in the game. No highlight reels here: you’ll hear about the fear that almost won, the detours that created unfair advantages, and the moments where debt and deadlines forced a higher gear. John opens up about the comfort and dread of a well-paid role at a defense contractor, the chance encounter that made time feel dangerously fast, and the years it took to finally jump. We dig into why motivation fails and why disciplined action—tiny, consistent, sometimes uncomfortable steps stacks into confidence. You’ll hear how a construction apprenticeship with his father-in-law turned into a secret weapon for buyers and sellers: reading floor plans, spotting oil leaks, estimating fixes, and translating stress into options. That hands-on knowledge set him apart in a crowded real estate field. Then we talk commitment. Two weeks into his new path, John took out a 0% APR line and poured nearly ten thousand dollars into Facebook and Zillow ads before he had a single closing. Smart or reckless? You decide—but the urgency was real. We compare notes on burning the boats, redirecting early wins back into growth, and saying no to “wait until” thinking. Focus becomes the hinge: one path, relentless reps, and a lifestyle that swaps passive leisure for energizing work—open houses over outings, private showings over pointless distractions. We close on purpose and legacy. Anthony argues that purpose is the only reliable engine of happiness and urges reverse-engineering from the end you want. John centers the present: living fully now and becoming a story his kids are proud to tell. If you’re hovering at the edge of your own jump, this conversation gives you a clear map: act before you feel ready, pick one thing, fund it like you mean it, turn detours into edges, and keep your purpose close enough to power today’s work. If this resonated, follow, share with a friend who needs the push, and leave a quick review to help others find the show. What leap are you taking next? Support the show Learn More at: www.Redefine-Fitness.com

    31 min

  7. FEB 2

    Rethinking Massage For Real Recovery

    Send a text Most people think massage is either a fluffy spa day or brutal pain disguised as “progress.” Neither actually works. Anthony sits down with Sophia, founder of In Body Massage and Wellness, to break down what massage looks like when it’s treated as healthcare. This episode covers how targeted, intentional bodywork can reduce pain, improve range of motion, regulate the nervous system, and support better sleep without bruising or guesswork. Sophia explains how she builds personalized sessions for common problem areas like the neck, shoulders, and upper back, especially for people who train hard, work long hours, or live with chronic stress. The real driver of results isn’t pressure. It’s clear goals, thoughtful technique, and a frequency that matches the problem. They also cover how to choose the right therapist, what to ask before booking, how to know if sessions are actually working, and why improved function matters more than momentary relaxation. The conversation then shifts to building a sustainable wellness business. Sophia shares how underpricing early on stalled growth and attracted the wrong clients, while Anthony adds insight on pricing based on outcomes, tracking progress, and building systems that support long term success. This episode is for anyone who wants smarter recovery and a stronger foundation in service based business. Support the show Learn More at: www.Redefine-Fitness.com

    25 min

  8. JAN 26

    From Sleep Apnea To SIBO: Fixing Root Causes With Functional Medicine

    Send a text Ever been told “you’re fine” while your body says otherwise?  In this episode, we trace a real journey from unresolved sleep apnea and chronic fatigue to the root causes hiding in hormones, gut health, and systemic inflammation. Randy, a functional medicine physician assistant, breaks down how testosterone, growth hormone, melatonin, and the gut are deeply connected and how SIBO, leaky gut, and inflammation can quietly destroy sleep, recovery, and focus. We also dive into GLP-1 medications, why they can backfire when used blindly, and how microdosing, strength training, protein intake, and hydration help protect muscle and metabolic health. We cover peptides, hormone replacement therapy, and why insurance driven care often misses the full picture. If you’re chasing real energy, deeper sleep, and sustainable fat loss, this episode shows where to look. Like, subscribe, and comment with the questions you want us to tackle next. Support the show Learn More at: www.Redefine-Fitness.com

    23 min
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The Anthony Amen Show brings you real conversations about health, fitness, mindset, and the pursuit of becoming your strongest self. Hosted by Anthony Amen, founder of Redefine Fitness, NASM certified trainer, and lifelong student of human performance. This podcast breaks down health and wellness in a way that is honest, practical, and empowering. Each week, Anthony sits down with leading experts, medical professionals, top athletes, entrepreneurs, and everyday people with extraordinary stories. Together, they explore topics like strength training, nutrition, gut health, recovery, relationships, mental resilience, injury rehab, lifestyle habits, and personal transformation. If you're tired of fitness myths, surface level advice, and generic motivation, this show cuts deeper. You’ll walk away with insights you can actually use, whether you're starting your health journey or leveling up to your next breakthrough. What you’ll learn: • Evidence based fitness and nutrition • Mental and emotional health strategies • Real world stories of overcoming adversity • Tools for self motivation and lasting habits • How to optimize your body, mind, and daily performance New episodes every week. Learn more about personal training and nutrition coaching at https://redefine-fitness.com Connect with Anthony at https://anthonyamen.com

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  • Creator
    Anthony Amen
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    326
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Anthony Amen Show
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