E2M Fitness Media Network

Dawain Atkinson
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E2M Fitness Media Network is a fitness podcast with various shows. Interview style and round table discussion with physicians. Also, entertaining talk show style, motivating episodes with trainers, and more.

  1. 2d ago

    The Boogeyman Theory: What's Really Holding You Back?

    What if the thing you're most afraid of isn't even real? We've all talked ourselves out of something before we ever gave it a chance. Maybe it's starting a fitness journey, chasing a dream, or worrying about what people might think if we fail. In this episode of the BAD Podcast, Brad and Dawain tackle what they call the Boogeyman Theory: the imaginary fears and worst-case scenarios we create in our minds that keep us from moving forward. From their kids being afraid of something upstairs to adults being afraid of failure, judgment, and rejection, this conversation will challenge you to identify what's holding you back. Because sometimes the biggest obstacle between you and your goals is the story you've convinced yourself to believe. Fear it. Chase it. Subscribe to the BAD Podcast and share this episode with someone who needs the push to get started! Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro and welcome to the Bad Podcast(00:01:17) - Fitness update: sauna, cardio, and bulking struggles(00:02:27) - Shirtless pics and the Jeff post beef(00:03:27) - Eating like a bodybuilder and the importance of tracking progress(00:06:38) - Intro to the boogeyman theory(00:07:36) - The boogeyman as fear of failure and self-doubt(00:09:31) - Facing fears to pursue dreams and opportunities(00:14:40) - Certainty, risk, and taking action despite fear(00:16:56) - Judgment, winners, and being uncommon(00:18:29) - Childhood fears, movies, and Widow's Bay reference(00:20:12) - Closing thoughts: Michael Myers and facing your boogeyman

  2. Oct 14

    The Struggles You Don't See

    What if the person who encourages everyone else is the one struggling the most? In this emotional and thought-provoking episode of the BAD Podcast, Brad and Dawain discuss the battles people fight behind their smiles and why checking on others matters. Following the heartbreaking loss of a former student, Brad shares a powerful reminder that hopelessness isn't always easy to recognize. The conversation explores the importance of kindness, meaningful relationships, and having people in your corner when life gets difficult. Brad and Dawain also discuss how fitness can provide a healthy outlet, why accountability goes beyond workouts, and how small daily victories can help rebuild momentum. Sometimes progress isn't about lifting heavier weights or losing more pounds. Sometimes it's about making it through a difficult day with support. Subscribe to the BAD Podcast and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction and Episode Topic(00:01:23) - A Student's Suicide and the Hidden Hopelessness Statistic(00:03:54) - You Never Know What People Are Going Through(00:04:52) - Isolation, Strength, and Reaching Out(00:06:07) - Accountability, Community, and the App's Impact(00:09:11) - The Power of Connection and Common Ground(00:11:28) - Fitness as Therapy, Not a Cure-All(00:13:44) - Stacking Wins and Allowing Rest Days(00:16:32) - The Amputee's Superpower and Finding Your Circle(00:19:48) - Closing Thought: Move Toward the Light

  3. Oct 5

    Reignite the Flame: Your Past Success Isn’t Enough

    Have you ever looked at an old transformation photo and wondered, What happened? Here’s the truth: what worked before can prove what you’re capable of, but yesterday’s work can’t produce today’s results. Brad and Dawain talk about the danger of becoming comfortable with past success, why your effort needs to match your current goals, and why weight loss, muscle building, and fitness transformation require different approaches. They also get real about motivation, accountability, written goals, vision boards, and finding the method that actually keeps YOU focused. Stop worshiping the old version of yourself. Reignite the flame and start building what’s next. Subscribe to the BAD Podcast and share this episode with someone who needs the reminder. Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro and welcome(00:01:05) - Legion Supplements sponsor plug(00:02:32) - Weather banter and setting up the topic(00:02:51) - Grandfathered into greatness: the buddy's story(00:04:29) - Reigniting effort, not resting on past results(00:06:19) - Eight week challenge, discipline, and earning it again(00:08:07) - Aligning goals with effort: weight loss vs muscle building(00:10:09) - Setting clear goals and avoiding pivoting too soon(00:11:43) - Writing down goals and visual reminders(00:12:43) - Brad's honest take: not a goal-writer(00:14:29) - Finding what accountability method works for you(00:16:30) - Taking reminders for granted over time(00:18:12) - Dwayne's BMW wallpaper experiment(00:20:22) - Vision boards and shaking things up(00:21:01) - Closing message: reignite the flame today

  4. Oct 1

    Appreciate the View While You're Climbing

    What if you're not behind at all? Brad and Dawain talk about the pressure to be further along, whether it's with your fitness, career, family, finances, or personal goals, and how that mindset can make you overlook the life you're living right now. This episode is about replacing constant frustration with perspective. You can still want more. You can still chase big goals. You can still push yourself. But you don't have to wait until you reach the finish line to be grateful, proud, and happy. Don't stop climbing. Appreciate the view along the way. Subscribe to the BAD Podcast and share this episode with someone who needs the reminder. Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro and Episode Setup(00:01:20) - Trading Expectations for Appreciation(00:03:18) - Fitness and the No Timeline Mindset(00:05:22) - Looking Back at Who You Were(00:07:12) - Money Doesn't Buy Happiness(00:09:18) - Dream Cars and Forgetting What You Wished For(00:10:43) - Finding Peace in Loud, Chaotic Moments(00:11:38) - Perspective: Blessed and Grateful(00:12:58) - Gratitude Doesn't Kill Hunger(00:14:28) - Quiet House, Loud House Reflections(00:16:07) - Appreciating What Others Wish For(00:17:00) - Closing Thoughts and Appreciating Listeners

  5. Sep 21

    Your Best Years Aren’t Behind You

    I’m getting old. How many times have you said it, or heard someone else use it to explain weight gain, low energy, aches, or why they stopped exercising? Brad and Dawain are challenging that mindset. In this episode of the BAD Podcast, they talk about fitness after 40, adapting as your body changes, dealing with slower recovery, staying active through setbacks, and refusing to accept that feeling bad is simply part of getting older. You may not move exactly like you did at 25, but that doesn’t mean you stop moving. Getting older is inevitable. Giving up is a completely different decision. Subscribe to the BAD Podcast and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro and welcome back(00:01:10) - Brad's lower back and travel banter(00:01:57) - Blaming age instead of addressing the real problem(00:03:42) - Dwayne's personal transformation and mindset shift(00:06:42) - Old TV/movie actors looking older than their age(00:07:39) - Mindset and laying the foundation for future health(00:09:37) - Good Times reference and settling vs. mentality(00:10:54) - Helping loved ones flip their aging mindset(00:12:20) - Choices, decisions, and taking responsibility(00:14:09) - It's never too late - closing thoughts

  6. Sep 14

    Fiber Made Simple: Eat More, Feel Better

    Are you getting enough fiber? There’s a good chance it deserves more attention in your daily nutrition. E2M Registered Dietitian Courtney Morrisey explains why fiber is important for digestive health, blood sugar control, heart health, gut health, and weight management. More importantly, she shows you how to increase it without completely overhauling your diet. Learn the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber, how much you should aim for, why water matters when increasing fiber, and simple ways to add more through fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, snacks, and everyday meals. Simple nutrition. Practical changes. Better habits. Subscribe for more E2M nutrition conversations and share this episode with someone who could use it. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction to Fiber's Importance(00:00:23) - Health Benefits of Fiber(00:01:34) - Soluble vs Insoluble Fiber(00:02:52) - Daily Fiber Recommendations(00:03:59) - Gradually Increasing Fiber Intake(00:04:35) - Breakfast Tips for More Fiber(00:05:09) - Switching to Whole Grains(00:06:02) - Beans, Legumes, and Baked Goods(00:06:47) - Fruits, Vegetables, and Smart Snacking(00:07:49) - Reading Labels and Fiber Supplements(00:08:51) - Closing Thoughts on Fiber Priorities

  7. Sep 14

    The Next 120 Days: Don’t Wait Until January

    Why wait until January to become the person you already know you want to be? Brad and Dawain are challenging you to make the final 120 days of the year count. This episode is about getting back into a routine without going to extremes, enjoying the holidays without losing yourself, and learning how to turn one healthy choice into lasting momentum. They unpack the difference between having a bad moment and creating a bad season, why starting too aggressively often leads to another restart, and how to build a foundation that actually lasts. You don’t need a perfect diet, perfect schedule, or perfect week. You need to start stacking better choices. Subscribe to the BAD Podcast and share this episode with someone who needs a push to start now. Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro and book excerpt on quitting vs pushing through(00:01:21) - Welcome back, studio banter and fall vibes(00:03:04) - Fall season and fitness priorities shifting(00:04:10) - Calm vs comfort: the hurricane analogy(00:05:26) - Mindset around missed workouts and setbacks(00:06:52) - Staying calm after reaching goals to avoid regression(00:08:40) - Personal stories: bodybuilding and Iron Man after-goal struggles(00:09:48) - Long-term thinking vs momentary comfort decisions(00:11:30) - Recognizing impulsive comfort eating and staying calm(00:12:59) - Closing thoughts: comfort vs discipline

  8. Sep 6

    Calm, Not Comfortable: How to Keep Your Progress

    Making progress is one thing. Protecting it is another. Brad and Dawain talk about what happens when you hit a goal, life gets busy, the holidays approach, or one missed workout turns into the temptation to give up completely. They break down the difference between staying calm through setbacks and getting comfortable enough to start drifting backward. From weight loss and bodybuilding to endurance training, food choices, recovery, and everyday discipline, this episode is about making decisions your future self will thank you for. Because quitting is always available, but so is the choice to keep going. Subscribe to the BAD Podcast and share this episode with someone who needs the reminder. Chapters (00:00:00) - Always Being Available: Quitting(00:01:22) - Bad Podcast: Fall Is Coming!(00:03:53) - Be CALM and Not Comfortable(00:08:40) - Dwayne on His Oreos Decision

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E2M Fitness Media Network is a fitness podcast with various shows. Interview style and round table discussion with physicians. Also, entertaining talk show style, motivating episodes with trainers, and more.

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  • Creator
    Dawain Atkinson
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2022 Eager To Motivate Fitness, LLC
  • Show Website
    E2M Fitness Media Network

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