FitFam Podcast with Doug 'The Formulator' and Hilary 'Ms. Natural Olympia'

Doug Grant
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The Formulator, Douglas Grant, and his wife, The Olympian Hilary Grant, delve into everything FITNESS to help you reach optimal health. Join them as they cover the acronym FIT.N.E.SS. FIT - Focused Intense Thought. N - Nutrition. E - Exercise. SS - Specific Supplementation. Doug, The Formulator, & Hilary, the Natural Olympia Champ, have decades of experience. Doug was the 1st nutritionist in the NBA, owned IronMan Magazine, and continues to train thousands of Doctors yearly on holistic principles. Hilary is the 3x Natural Olympia Champion and Prof. Certified Trainer.

  1. Sep 4

    Mastermind Secrets at SoFi Stadium: Bugatti, Wolfgang Puck, & Health Nuggets! | Fit-Fam Ep.134

    Doug The Formulator and Ms. Natural Olympia Champ, Hilary Grant, recap their experience attending an exclusive mastermind event at SoFi Stadium hosted by David Meltzer. Sitting right between Wolfgang Puck and Bugatti's COO, Sasha Doering, they share the powerful, high-vibe takeaways they gathered about business, mindset, and what it truly takes to succeed. In this episode, we dive into: Getting in the Room: Why placing yourself in high-frequency environments is critical for growth. Kindness vs. Niceness: The value of giving people the data-driven truths they need to hear regarding their health. The Wolfgang Puck Story: How a defining moment at age fueled a legendary, multi-decade career driven by curiosity and an obsession with the customer experience. The Bugatti Mindset: Inside the hypercar world where passion, tight tolerances, and creating an emotional response are everything. Passion & Resilience: Why staying resilient in the moment opens the doors to your ultimate calling. Don't miss these life-changing nuggets—put your headphones on, lean in, and get in the room with us! FitFam The FitFam podcasts discuss research and methods for becoming and staying healthy the natural way through Focused Intense Thought, Nutrition, Exercise, and Specific Supplementation or FITNESS. Using these principles, you’ll learn to improve your health from the cellular level out. Learn about natural health from Ms. Natural Olympia Champ, Hilary Grant, and Doug The Formulator, at https://douglasdgrant.com/.  Discover the power of natural, whole-food supplements from Optimal Health Systems at https://www.optimalhealthsystems.com/. Delve into the latest research and tips for becoming and staying healthy on the Optimal Health Systems blog at https://blog.optimalhealthsystems.com/. Get your blood tested to find out exactly what your body needs through Optimal Health Systems’ Nutrient Rx program at https://nutrientsrx.com/. #nutrition #supplements #health #wellness #fitness #eatinghealthy #wholefood #vitamins #supplements #naturalhealth  00:20 – Mastermind at SoFi Stadium 01:10 – Meeting Puck and Doering 02:22 – David Meltzer's Mission 03:56 – Getting in the Room 06:41 – Kindness vs. Niceness 08:36 – Value of Health Data 10:35 – Wolfgang Puck's Defining Moment 14:15 – Push vs. Pull Motivation 15:00 – Passion in the Moment 17:02 – Focusing on Emotional Results 19:21 – Wolfgang Puck's Pizza Story 22:14 – Lifelong Learning and Storytelling 24:39 – Inside the Hypercar World 28:04 – Exclusivity of Bugatti 28:24 – Evoking an Emotional Response 31:11 – Resilience as a Superpower 33:51 – Relationship-Driven Success 35:12 – Investing in Your Health 37:34 – Overcoming Social Friction 38:53 – Surprise Airport Fan Encounter 41:17 – Everyone Needs Their Thing 42:45 – Trusting Your Ultimate Calling Episode Time Stamps

  2. Aug 17

    Foundational Consistency and Seasonal Precision | Fit-Fam Ep.132

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  3. Jul 31

    Why Muscle & Nutrient Absorption Matters More Than Calories! | Fit-Fam Ep.131

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  4. Jul 14

    Why Your Diet Isn't Working: w/ Neveah Lowe | Fit-Fam Ep.130

    Why Your Diet Isn't Working: Cellular Health and Muscle Growth for WomenDoug The Formulator and his daughter Nevaeh Lowe dive into why your fitness results might be stalling despite your best efforts. If you are working out and following a diet but not seeing changes, it is often because of what is happening at a cellular level inside your body.In this video, they explore:Beyond Calories: Why "calories in vs. calories out" is just a baseline and why nutrient delivery to the cells is the real key to fat loss.Cellular Health vs. Surface Results: The importance of focusing on internal health-like hormone balance and mitochondria, to achieve lasting physical changes.Common Deficiencies: A breakdown of the most overlooked nutrient deficiencies in women, from Magnesium and Zinc to Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs), depending on whether you are in a fat-loss or lean phase.The Power of Muscle: How strength training produces "myokines" that help balance hormones and increase your resilience to stress.The Three Phases of Nutrition: A guide to Foundation (digestion), Customization (goals and blood work), and Intervention (addressing specific health issues).Pregnancy & Prenatals: Tips on strength training while pregnant and whether a custom nutrient pack can replace a standard prenatal vitamin.Stop guessing and start understanding the science behind your metabolism. Whether you are hitting a plateau or just starting your journey, this discussion provides the cellular-level insights you need to finally see the results you're working for.FitFamThe FitFam podcasts discuss research and methods for becoming and staying healthy the natural way through Focused Intense Thought, Nutrition, Exercise, and Specific Supplementation or FITNESS. Using these principles, you’ll learn to improve your health from the cellular level out.Learn about natural health from Ms. Natural Olympia Champ, Hilary Grant, and Doug The Formulator, at https://douglasdgrant.com/. Discover the power of natural, whole-food supplements from Optimal Health Systems at https://www.optimalhealthsystems.com/.Delve into the latest research and tips for becoming and staying healthy on the Optimal Health Systems blog at https://blog.optimalhealthsystems.com/.Get your blood tested to find out exactly what your body needs through Optimal Health Systems’ Nutrient Rx program at https://nutrientsrx.com/.#nutrition #supplements #health #wellness #fitness #eatinghealthy #wholefood #vitamins #supplements #naturalhealth Episode Time Stamps 00:20 - Introduction and Purpose of the Webinar01:24 - Why Calories Aren't the Whole Picture02:22 - The Importance of Nutrient Delivery to Cells03:48 - Cellular vs. Surface Level Health04:36 - Balancing Energy, Hormones, and Lean Body Mass07:25 - Most Common Nutrient Deficiencies in Women09:42 - Supplementation Needs for Fat Loss vs. Lean Phases10:45 - The Three Phases of Nutrition: Foundation, Customization, and Intervention11:53 - Supplementation and Prenatals During Pregnancy13:45 - Why Muscle Growth Changes Your Metabolism14:40 - The Science of Myokines and Stress Resilience17:54 - Summary and Final Wrap-up

  5. Jul 13

    The Secret to Success: How to Flip the Script on Your Life | Fit-Fam Ep.129

    Doug The Formulator and Ms. Natural Olympia Champ, Hilary Grant talk about how to flip the script on your life's narrative to achieve success. Using the recent legendary UFC upset by hometown hero Justin Gaethje as a framework, they explore how the same life circumstances can be interpreted as either an excuse for failure or a catalyst for legendary achievement.In this episode, you will learn:-The Power of Interpretation: Why the meaning you give to your story determines your success or your excuses.-Justin Gaethje's Mindset: How he used the fear of embarrassment and past brutal knockouts to motivate himself toward a legendary win.-The "Space" Between Stimulus and Response: Understanding the critical moment where you have the power to choose growth over defeat.-Practical Life Application: How to transition faster from negative thoughts to positive action in your health, business, and personal life.Whether you are a sports fan or just looking to improve your outlook on life, this discussion provides a roadmap for choosing the story that leads to your best possible outcomeFitFamThe FitFam podcasts discuss research and methods for becoming and staying healthy the natural way through Focused Intense Thought, Nutrition, Exercise, and Specific Supplementation or FITNESS. Using these principles, you’ll learn to improve your health from the cellular level out.Learn about natural health from Ms. Natural Olympia Champ, Hilary Grant, and Doug The Formulator, at https://douglasdgrant.com/. Discover the power of natural, whole-food supplements from Optimal Health Systems at https://www.optimalhealthsystems.com/.Delve into the latest research and tips for becoming and staying healthy on the Optimal Health Systems blog at https://blog.optimalhealthsystems.com/.Get your blood tested to find out exactly what your body needs through Optimal Health Systems’ Nutrient Rx program at https://nutrientsrx.com/.#nutrition #supplements #health #wellness #fitness #eatinghealthy #wholefood #vitamins #supplements #naturalhealth Episode Time Stamps 00:21 - Welcome to FitFam00:30 - The Legendary Justin Gaethje Upset01:45 - Gaethje's Underdog Story04:16 - Success vs. Excuses: Analyzing the Why06:51 - Same Story, Different Interpretation08:48 - Learning from Failure: Firing and Growth10:25 - Using Fear and Embarrassment as Motivation12:11 - Finding the Story That Works for You14:16 - Your Interpretation Determines Your Future15:48 - The Decision to Be Happy17:01 - Turning Brutal Events Into Legendary Wins18:43 - Finding Power in the Space Between Stimulus and Response20:54 - Life Metaphors: Potatoes, Eggs, and Character21:56 - The Importance of Grace and Forgiveness23:28 - Flipping the Script for Optimal Health

  6. Jun 12

    Mother-Daughter Fitness Secrets and Building Your Own Brand | Fit-Fam Ep.128

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  7. Jun 5

    Transforming Your Life: The Power of Holistic Health & Personal Coaching | Fit-Fam Ep.127

    Doug The Formulator sits down with Dylan Low, owner of Sovereign Lifestyle and a pro natural bodybuilder, to discuss the transformative power of a holistic health mindset. The conversation explores how personal trainers are evolving into modern-day health leaders by focusing on proactive rather than reactive medicine. Dylan shares insights from his own "science experiment" in which he maintained a 700+ testosterone level naturally during an 11-month competition prep by prioritizing micronutrient consistency and internal cellular health. FitFam The FitFam podcasts discuss research and methods for becoming and staying healthy the natural way through Focused Intense Thought, Nutrition, Exercise, and Specific Supplementation or FITNESS. Using these principles, you’ll learn to improve your health from the cellular level out. Learn about natural health from Ms. Natural Olympia Champ, Hilary Grant, and Doug The Formulator, at https://douglasdgrant.com/. Discover the power of natural, whole-food supplements from Optimal Health Systems at https://www.optimalhealthsystems.com/. Delve into the latest research and tips for becoming and staying healthy on the Optimal Health Systems blog at https://blog.optimalhealthsystems.com/. Get your blood tested to find out exactly what your body needs through Optimal Health Systems’ Nutrient Rx program at https://nutrientsrx.com/. #nutrition #supplements #health #wellness #fitness #eatinghealthy #wholefood #vitamins #supplements #naturalhealth Episode Time Stamps 00:00 - Introductions 00:34 - Dylan Low's Background 01:34 - Reviving Iron Man Magazine Podcast 03:08 - From Pre-Med to Bodybuilding 06:22 - Starting a Personal Training Career 07:44 - Building Sovereign Lifestyle Branding 08:38 - Meaning Behind "Sovereign Lifestyle" 10:17 - Benefits of Starting Early 11:35 - Controlling the Controllables 13:36 - Predictors of Success: Skin in the Game 15:37 - Accountability as Commitment 16:47 - Stress: Breakdown vs. Breakthrough 18:31 - Trainers as Health Leaders 20:45 - Proactive vs. Reactive Medicine 23:05 - Moving Toward Resilience 24:42 - Finding Your High-Leverage Actions 26:21 - The Holistic Health Approach 27:48 - Internal Health vs. Aesthetics 29:00 - Natural Bodybuilding Science Experiment 30:31 - Maintaining 700+ Testosterone Naturally 31:26 - Industry Pet Peeve: Fake Natties 35:01 - Dangers of Social Media Comparison 36:29 - Rapid Fire: Favorite Exercises 37:36 - Underrated Habit: Consistency 39:30 - Best Advice Received 41:16 - Most Important Supplements 42:01 - Success as Freedom and Joy 46:44 - Gratitude and the Breakthrough 47:48 - Longevity Through Aesthetic Focus 49:19 - Health as a Business Needle-Mover 51:56 - Final Action: Find Your "Who"

  8. May 29

    Are Peptides Just Magic? Truth About Fat Loss, Recovery, and Aging | Fit-Fam Ep.126

    Doug the Formulator and Hilary dive deep into the world of peptides and discover why these "biological messengers" are becoming the hottest topic in fat loss, recovery, and anti-aging. In this episode, we break down what peptides actually are—short chains of amino acids that send vital signals to your body to burn fat, build muscle, or heal from injury. We explore popular options like GLP-1s (Semaglutide and Retatrutide) for weight management and BPC-157 for tissue repair, while revealing the "missing piece" of why some people stop seeing results. Learn why your lifestyle, gut health, and nutrient intake are the true drivers of peptide success and how to amplify their effects through strength training. Whether you are a fitness veteran or just peptide-curious, this video provides the science-backed truth on how to use these tools properly to optimize your biology

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The Formulator, Douglas Grant, and his wife, The Olympian Hilary Grant, delve into everything FITNESS to help you reach optimal health. Join them as they cover the acronym FIT.N.E.SS. FIT - Focused Intense Thought. N - Nutrition. E - Exercise. SS - Specific Supplementation. Doug, The Formulator, & Hilary, the Natural Olympia Champ, have decades of experience. Doug was the 1st nutritionist in the NBA, owned IronMan Magazine, and continues to train thousands of Doctors yearly on holistic principles. Hilary is the 3x Natural Olympia Champion and Prof. Certified Trainer.

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