Built From Within

Chris Peragine
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Join me as we explore the courage it will take to embrace your true calling, to start trading "I should" for a life that is yours. Amidst the whispers of self doubt and the shadows of fear, it can be hard to find what works to get your health and fitness journey up and going. This is for someone standing at the crossroads of control and faith, and contemplating the leap into the life you are meant to live. This will help find that power from within, to recognize the power that is calling you, and learn how to start taking action towards the life you want to live.

  1. 6d ago

    EP. 325 Championship Mindset: Daily Application & Hard Earned Lessons with Chady Garibaldi & Nick Peragine

    What does it actually take to reach elite physical shape and more importantly, sustain it year-round while balancing a busy life? In this powerhouse episode, host Chris Peragine sits down with two elite figures in the world of physical performance: Chady Garibaldi (World renowned athlete, inaugural Arnold Classic Champion, and 16-time fitness cover model) and Nick Peragine (IFBB Pro Men’s Physique athlete, experienced fitness coach, and nutritionist). Together, we pull back the curtain on top tier bodybuilding and elite athletic discipline to deliver actionable strategies that everyday listeners can use to transform their health, master their time, and build unshakeable long-term habits. You don't need to step on a stage to think like a champion. 🎙️ Segment 1: Daily Application & Sustaining Elite Discipline The Year-Round Standard: Breaking down the mental framework required to attain peak physical condition without slipping back into old baseline habits. Real World Execution: How busy professionals, parents, and leaders can adopt high-level discipline and integrate it into hectic schedules. 🏆 Segment 2: Lessons From the Stage (Deep-Dive Q&A) Question 1 (Mindset Carryover): What is one key mental habit forged at the absolute highest level of competition that you rely on in your everyday life today? Question 2 (The Hardest Lesson): Looking back on your journey to the top, what was the absolute hardest lesson you had to learn the hard way?

  2. Sep 20

    EP. 324: The Reality of Postpartum Depression ft. Chady

    Unfiltered Postpartum Reality Postpartum depression (PPD) is rarely discussed with the depth and honesty it requires. In this episode, Chris and former IFBB Bikini Pro and Wellness Strategist Chady Garibaldi strip away the social media idealization of early motherhood to address the raw, daily realities of PPD from sudden mood shifts and severe exhaustion to the silent guilt many mothers carry. Chady IG _Chady_

  3. Sep 17

    EP.323 Stop Listening to Your Body How to Beat Cravings.

    Proverbs 25:28 states that a person without self control is like a city with broken down walls. Without structure or defense, every craving, bad day, and off-plan meal can walk right in. Most people focus entirely on finding the perfect workout split, macro targets, or supplement stack yet they fail to reach their goals because they haven’t built their defenses first. Self control is simply doing what you said you were going to do, whether that is hitting the gym three times a week or tracking your meals consistently. Why Your Body Lies to You Your body hates change and is hardwired for comfort. When you start losing weight, it triggers hunger signals to force you back into your comfort zone. When you lift heavy, it signals fatigue to get you to stop. Taking advice from your body in these moments leads straight to missed workouts, quick-fix meals, and abandoned goals.

  4. Sep 17

    Ep.322 The Hidden Cost of Convenience ft. Chady

    In this episode, Chris and Chady pull back the curtain on the direct-to-consumer (DTC) telehealth market. While booking a hormone consult in five minutes sounds great, speed at intake often leads to guesswork months down the line. They break down what true clinical care requires after the order is placed and how to evaluate any telehealth provider. Speed vs. Outcomes: Growth focused platforms optimize for signup conversion rates, not patient health. Acquiring a subscriber and actually treating a patient are two completely different objectives. Chady IG@ _Chady_

  5. Sep 7

    EP.321 Who Are You Really? The Mindset Bottleneck Holding You Back

    Why do so many high-performers start strong with their fitness, only to hit a wall and slide right back to square one? In this deep-dive episode, host Chris Peragine uncovers the hidden psychological bottleneck sabotaging your physical transformation: Identity Lag. This episode, Chris and clients break down the difference between the "armor" you wear for the world and your true internal self image. I share raw personal lessons on navigating culture clashes, dealing with burnout, and the painful process of losing alignment between who you present to the world and who you are at your core. Whether you're struggling to keep up with daily nutrition, doubting your lab results, or feeling like an imposter in your own transformation, this episode will give you the blueprint to align your daily actions with your future self.

  6. Aug 24

    EP. 320 You’ll Never Be Ready for Change

    Waiting for the "perfect time" to transform your health, career, or life is the ultimate trap. In this episode, we break down why you will never feel 100% ready for change and why real growth demands stepping directly into the fear of leaving your old identity behind. Stop letting comfort hold you hostage. Step into the discomfort, go all in on your execution, and build the life you were meant to lead.

  7. Aug 20

    EP.319 The Truth About Peptides, Hormones, and Your Bloodwork

    Peptides and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) are incredible tools, but they are not magic pills. If your nutrition is garbage, you aren't lifting heavy, and you're averaging 3,000 steps a day, no compound on earth will fix your health. In this episode, host Chris Peragine breaks down the biggest red flags seen across patient lab work from hidden insulin resistance and depleted ferritin to sluggish thyroid conversion and hormone crashes. Chris pulls back the curtain on why real physical transformation requires true harmony: uniting hard training, clean eating, and daily movement with precise medical protocols designed by physicians and executed by health coordinators. https://prohealthfw.com/ Chady IG- _Chady_

  8. Aug 14

    EP.318 Physical Effort to Conquer Mental Chaos

    We all face pressure whether it's managing teams, meeting deadlines, keeping up with family responsibilities, or carrying financial weight. But the difference between staying stuck and stepping into high level physical and mental conditioning comes down to one thing: how you process that stress. In this powerful episode, BFW we address the biological connection between life pressure, cortisol spikes, and the urge to hide behind quick dopamine hits like late night DoorDash, alcohol, or mindless scrolling. Chris opens up about his own history with emotional avoidance and reveals why "fit people" aren't immune to chaos they’ve simply learned to use physical exertion to regulate their nervous systems. Learn a simple 2-Step Action Protocol to stop letting vices control your outcomes, exhaust your body to tame your mind, and channel anxiety into athletic focus. The Biology of Vices: Why financial or life stress creates a chemical buildup of cortisol that drives cravings for junk food, alcohol, or social media distraction. Breaking the Cycle of Emotional Avoidance: Understanding that off-plan habits don't mean you are broken you’ve simply trained your nervous system to seek temporary escape. Exercise as Nervous System Regulation: How physical movement actively metabolizes cortisol and adrenaline, turning anxiety into mental clarity and focus.

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Join me as we explore the courage it will take to embrace your true calling, to start trading "I should" for a life that is yours. Amidst the whispers of self doubt and the shadows of fear, it can be hard to find what works to get your health and fitness journey up and going. This is for someone standing at the crossroads of control and faith, and contemplating the leap into the life you are meant to live. This will help find that power from within, to recognize the power that is calling you, and learn how to start taking action towards the life you want to live.

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  • Creator
    Chris Peragine
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    325
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Chris Peragine
  • Show Website
    Built From Within