North Star Podcast

Jereymi Longpre
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The person you want to become is your north star. This podcast is about discovering who that is.

  1. 3D AGO

    THE STORY BEHIND THE NEW FITNESS LAB | EP. 70

    We’re officially opening a new Fitness Lab location but this isn’t just about a bigger space. In this episode, we break down why the environment plays a massive role in your results, consistency, and mindset. Most people think progress comes down to motivation or programs, but your surroundings shape your habits more than you realize. We talk about what makes a training space actually effective, who this new space is designed for, and why community and structure matter more than fancy equipment. If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent or felt out of place in a gym, this episode will change how you think about where you train. Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/ and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction & big announcement 0:48 - Why the move happened now 1:39 - Location benefits & housing development 2:51 - Better access & parking 3:26 - High Rocks setup & equipment 4:03 - Room for coaches & clients to grow 5:32 - Why black turf? 6:57 - Summer vibes & garage doors 8:52 - One membership, two locations 10:02 - Scheduling & space challenges solved 11:35 - New squat racks & cable machines 12:58 - Community events & future plans 14:09 - Two free classes offer 15:22 - The mission stays the same 16:00 - Jeremy's 9-year journey 17:07 - Podcast studio announcement 17:27 - Outro

    18 min

  2. MAR 26

    $100,000 to Get Shredded — No Drugs | Ep. 69

    Welcome to episode 69 of the Northstar podcast! Nice. With episode 70 on the horizon and some exciting changes coming (new studio, anyone?), we're celebrating this milestone with a fun hypothetical: if you had six months to go from 40% body fat to a shredded 10% for $100,000 - no peptides, no steroids, just fundamentals. How would you do it? Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/ and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction 0:52 - Exciting podcast updates 1:07 - 6 months to shredded 1:40 - Trainers who gained weight on purpose 3:00 - Starting strategy 4:04 - Training split progression 5:50 - Deficit & volume discussion 6:56 - When to use refeeds 8:08 - Crunching the numbers 11:19 - Supplements & stimulants 12:05 - One year timeline comparison 15:15 - $10K six pack study 17:00 - The Biggest Loser problem 18:22 - 40 pounds in one week?! 19:41 - Weight Watchers points explained 21:14 - Cheat meals & metabolism 21:37 - Outro

    22 min

  3. MAR 19

    The Art Of Doing Nothing | Ep. 68

    Welcome to episode 68 of the Northstar podcast! Today we set out to discuss "The Art of Doing Nothing" - the benefits of rest, putting your phone down, and stepping away from responsibilities. Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/ and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction 0:41 - What is "doing nothing"? 2:55 - When's the last time you did nothing? 4:04 - Working on vacation 5:24 - The mental conditioning of constant work 6:38 - Doom scrolling 8:10 - Does your phone make it hard to relax? 9:07 - Have you ever planned a day off? 10:00 - Therapy session with Ekam begins 11:39 - The notes app calendar system 14:30 - Planning a month in advance 15:26 - Diagnosed as a cyborg 17:06 - Decision fatigue & pre-planning 18:19 - Text message batching strategy 19:06 - Outro

    19 min

  4. MAR 12

    Thyroid Cancer Data Explored | Ep. 67

    Welcome to episode 67 of the Northstar podcast! Today we're addressing a topic that's been flooding our DMs and the Instagram explore page - the relationship between GLP-1 medications (like Ozempic and Mounjaro) and thyroid cancer risk. Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/ and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction 0:50 - Disclaimer 1:59 - Why cancer warnings exist 3:03 - Rodent data vs human data 4:28 - Human cohort study results5:30 - Any medication has risks 6:17 - French study contradiction 7:07 - We need more time & data 9:05 - Long-term use discussion 10:03 - Lifestyle factors matter 12:26 - Younger users & future evidence 13:08 - GLP-1s keep evolving 14:17 - Final disclaimers

    15 min

  5. MAR 5

    Feeling Elite > Looking Rich | Ep. 66

    Welcome to episode 66 of the Northstar podcast! Today we're exploring a cultural shift that's been quietly happening - longevity is becoming the new status symbol, and wellness is replacing wealth as the ultimate flex. Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/ and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction 0:43 - Look rich vs feel elite 2:18 - Tired & sick = new broke? 3:33 - When did health become a flex? 5:47 - Kids today vs Dunkaroos era 7:12 - Feeling good vs showing money 9:27 - Money vs discipline 11:09 - $30M but 300 pounds? 13:07 - Health vs wealth sacrifice 16:02 - Is sleeping well a flex now? 19:35 - Oura ring & sleep tracking 21:04 - Strong vs look strong 24:39 - Genetics & body types 25:31 - Aging well = revenge body? 29:37 - Peak in high school? 30:39 - Habit that matters most 33:00 - Outro

    33 min

  6. FEB 26

    Your Digital Diet Is Destroying You | Ep. 65

    Welcome to episode 65 of the Northstar podcast! Today we're diving into something that affects everyone but rarely gets talked about - your digital diet. Just like the food you eat shapes your body, the content you consume shapes your mind. We break down how doom scrolling and algorithm bait can impact your mood, behavior, and attitude without you even realizing it.Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Introduction0:33 - What is a digital diet?1:26 - Algorithm bait & doom scrolling2:45 - How platforms hook you4:02 - AI & what's real6:23 - Chris Pratt AI movie tangent9:09 - Does it help or hurt you?10:40 - Apps & screen time11:51 - Morning routines & success14:30 - What success means to you18:08 - Digital diet timing20:50 - Simple morning movement21:48 - Outro

    22 min

  7. FEB 19

    What Really Happens at The Olympics | Ep. 64

    Welcome to episode 64 of the Northstar podcast! With the Winter Olympics in full swing, we're taking a break from the usual fitness talk to geek out about all things Olympics. Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/ and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/ TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Introduction 0:27 - Jeremy's Rio 2016 experience 1:00 - Usain Bolt's final race 1:37 - Canada House 3:02 - Volunteering & souvenirs 6:22 - Brazil travel & currency talk 8:11 - The condom story 9:09 - Athlete village & McDonald's 10:52 - Doubles luge debate 12:28 - 2010 Vancouver luge tragedy 15:35 - Who's on top vs bottom? 17:22 - First South American gold 19:19 - Medal count update 20:24 - Outro

    21 min

  8. FEB 12

    Gym Trends That Make No Sense | Ep. 63

    Welcome to episode 63 of the Northstar podcast! Jereymi and Ekam dive into the bizarre, hilarious, and downright questionable fitness fads they've seen over the years. Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction 1:30 - Yoga would you rather 2:13 - Crazy pre-workouts 6:44 - Best influencers 9:03 - Worst influencers 11:01 - Bizarre exercises 12:47 - Strangest gym items 14:40 - Worst ab exercises 16:40 - Equipment fails 19:33 - Lifting accessories 20:03 - Copy-paste workouts 20:33 - Funniest gym moments 23:33 - Weird things to try

    25 min
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About

The person you want to become is your north star. This podcast is about discovering who that is.

Information

  • Creator
    Jereymi Longpre
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    71
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jereymi Longpre
  • Show Website
    North Star Podcast

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