The Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery

Adam Wittbrodt, CEO & Founder
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Level Up Life is a podcast that blends fitness, mindset, and personal growth. We share stories, strategies, and interviews focused on transforming both mind and body, empowering listeners to take control of their lives and achieve their goals.

  1. 1d ago

    Breaking the Cycle: Inside Midland County Jail’s New Recovery Pod

    In Episode 11 of Season 3 of Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, Adam Wittbrodt sits down with Captain Amy Randall, Lt. Trent Millard, and Deputy Jason Haruska of the Midland County Sheriff’s Office to discuss the vision, structure, and purpose behind the new Recovery Pod inside the Midland County Jail. This episode takes an inside look at a major shift happening within the correctional system — one focused not only on accountability and public safety, but also rehabilitation, structure, recovery, and long-term change. Throughout the conversation, we discuss what makes the Recovery Pod different from general population, the expectations placed on participants, the importance of routine and mentorship, and the daily structure designed to help inmates break destructive cycles and begin rebuilding their lives. Deputy Jason Haruska shares firsthand insight into what daily life inside the pod actually looks like, while Captain Amy Randall discusses the challenges and importance of running a rehabilitation-focused program inside a correctional environment. We also dive into some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding rehabilitation programs and why accountability and recovery are not opposites - they work together. Most importantly, this conversation highlights a bigger truth: if we truly want safer communities, reduced recidivism, stronger families, and long-term public safety, we have to address the behaviors, addictions, trauma, and thinking patterns that often keep people trapped inside the cycle. This is more than a jail program. It is an opportunity for transformation, structure, mentorship, and hope. Real conversations. Real accountability. And a powerful look at what rehabilitation can actually look like inside the justice system. #LevelUpLife #MuscleAndMindset #RecoveryPod #MidlandCounty #Recovery #Rehabilitation #JusticeReform #MindsetMastery #MentalHealth #AddictionRecovery #Accountability #SecondChances #PublicSafety #MidlandMichigan #RecoveryJourney Sponsored by Pine Haven Senior Assisted Living in Hemlock, Michigan and Level Up Fitness and Training. Support the show https://linktr.ee/theleveluplife

    1 hr

  2. May 24

    Breaking the Silence Around Food, Body Image, and Anorexia

    In Episode 10 of Season 3 of Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, Adam Wittbrodt and Dave “Waz” Wazny sit down with Alaina Yuker for an open and vulnerable conversation about eating disorders, body image, body dysmorphia, fitness, nutrition, and the complicated relationship many people have with food. Alaina courageously shares her personal journey with anorexia and the mental battles that often happen behind the scenes long before other people recognize something is wrong. Throughout the episode, we discuss how struggles with body image and food can quietly consume someone’s life, regardless of age, gender, or fitness level. This is a topic that often goes unspoken. But many people are silently fighting these battles every single day. We discuss the pressure created by social media, comparison culture, unrealistic expectations, and the difficult balance between pursuing health while maintaining a healthy mindset around food, exercise, and self-worth. Most importantly, this conversation shines light on the fact that healing starts with honesty, support, awareness, and learning how to rebuild your relationship with yourself. Real conversations. Real vulnerability. And an important discussion that we hope helps people feel less alone. #LevelUpLife #MuscleAndMindset #EatingDisorderAwareness #AnorexiaRecovery #BodyImage #BodyDysmorphia #MentalHealth #Healing #Nutrition #Fitness #MindsetMastery #Recovery #SelfWorth Sponsored by Pine Haven Senior Assisted Living in Hemlock, Michigan and Level Up Fitness and Training. Support the show https://linktr.ee/theleveluplife

    1h 4m

  3. May 17

    Relate… Don’t Compare

    In Episode 9 of Season 3 of Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, Adam Wittbrodt and Dave “Waz” Wazny sit down with Will Sirrine for a real and honest conversation about addiction, recovery, and what it takes to sustain long term change. Will shares his personal journey and how addiction can slowly progress over time, often in ways people do not fully recognize until they are trapped inside the cycle themselves. Throughout the episode, we discuss a major truth within recovery: every story is unique, but when you simplify things down to the core, many people share far more similarities than differences. Pain. Escapism. Isolation. Shame. And ultimately, the desire to build a better life. One of the biggest themes of this conversation is: Relate… don’t compare. Recovery is not built through comparison. It is built through connection, accountability, consistency, and learning how to live differently long term. This episode is raw, reflective, and relatable for anyone who has struggled personally or watched someone they care about battle addiction. Real conversations. Real experiences. And a real look at what long term recovery actually requires once the substances are gone. #LevelUpLife #MuscleAndMindset #Recovery #AddictionRecovery #LongTermRecovery #RelateDontCompare #MindsetMastery #GrowthAndChange #Healing #Sobriety Sponsored by ⁠Pine Haven Senior Assisted Living in Hemlock, Michigan⁠ and ⁠Level Up Fitness and Training⁠. Support the show https://linktr.ee/theleveluplife

    1h 3m

  4. May 10

    Change From the Inside: Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Breaking the Cycle

    In Episode 8 of Season 3 of Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, Adam Wittbrodt sits down with Buddy Yancer, Joel Hensel, and Aaron Falkowski for a powerful conversation centered around the Midland County Jail’s new Recovery Pod and the larger shift happening within the justice system. This episode is the first in a planned series focused on rehabilitation, recovery, accountability, and what it truly takes to reduce recidivism and create lasting change. What makes this conversation different is that all four men at the table share a similar past. Each of us has spent time incarcerated. And now, each of us has the privilege of walking back into the jail for a completely different reason: to help the people currently sitting in the same cells we once occupied. That perspective changes everything. Throughout this episode, we dive into the purpose behind the Recovery Pod and how programs focused on structure, accountability, treatment, mental health, and personal development are beginning to reshape the way the justice system approaches incarceration. We also discuss the growing impact of programs like Recovery Court, the MIHOPE program, and Mental Health Court - all initiatives designed to address the underlying issues that often drive criminal behavior in the first place. Because for many people, incarceration is not just about poor decisions. It is about addiction. Trauma. Mental health struggles. Lack of support. Cycles that were never interrupted. And when those root causes go unaddressed, the cycle repeats. This conversation explores what can happen when communities stop viewing rehabilitation as weakness and start understanding it as one of the strongest tools we have for improving public safety long term. We talk openly about accountability, consequences, personal responsibility, and the reality that change is not easy. But we also highlight the importance of giving people the opportunity, tools, and support to actually build a different life once they decide they want one. Because many of the people now helping inside the system are individuals who once felt trapped by it themselves. This episode is raw, honest, and deeply personal. But more than anything, it is hopeful. Not because change is guaranteed. But because we’ve lived proof that it’s possible. Real conversations. Real experiences. And a real look at what rehabilitation can become when people are willing to invest in human beings instead of simply warehousing them. Sponsored by Pine Haven Senior Assisted Living in Hemlock, Michigan and Level Up Fitness and Training. #LevelUpLife #MuscleAndMindset #RecoveryPod #JusticeReform #RecoveryCourt #MentalHealthCourt #MIHOPE #Rehabilitation #SecondChances #BreakTheCycle #MidlandCounty #GrowthAndChange Support the show https://linktr.ee/theleveluplife

    1h 1m
  5. Movement, Metabolism, and Mastery: Rethinking Pain, Performance, and Health

    May 3

    Movement, Metabolism, and Mastery: Rethinking Pain, Performance, and Health

    In Episode 7 of Season 3 of Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, Adam Wittbrodt and Dave “Waz” Wazny sit down with Dr. Jeff Berard for a deep, no-nonsense conversation that connects movement, pain, and metabolic health in a way most people have never considered. With Dr. Berard’s background as a doctor of chiropractic and Adam and Waz’s experience in corrective exercise, this episode dives into the overlap they see every day - people dealing with pain that often stems from postural issues, movement dysfunction, and muscle imbalances. But instead of stopping at the surface level, this conversation pushes deeper. Because pain isn’t always just mechanical. We break down how poor movement patterns, prolonged sitting, and lack of strength create dysfunction in the body - but also how underlying metabolic health plays a major role in how the body heals, adapts, and performs. From inflammation to energy systems to long-term health outcomes, this episode connects the dots between how you move and how your body functions internally. Dr. Berard brings a unique perspective on bridging the gap between treatment and true health - challenging the idea that quick fixes or passive care alone can solve deeper issues. Instead, the focus shifts to responsibility, consistency, and building a body that can actually support the life you want to live. This conversation isn’t just about fixing pain. It’s about understanding it. And more importantly, preventing it. At its core, this episode is about taking ownership of your health from both sides - structure and system. The way you move. The way you fuel your body. The way you show up daily. Because when those things align, everything changes. If you’ve ever dealt with pain, struggled with consistency, or felt like you were missing a piece of the puzzle when it comes to your health, this episode will challenge how you think - and give you a clearer path forward. Real. Practical. And eye-opening. #LevelUpLife #MuscleAndMindset #MovementMatters #MetabolicHealth #CorrectiveExercise #ChiropracticCare #TakeOwnership Sponsored by Pine Haven Senior Assisted Living in Hemlock, Michigan and Level Up Fitness and Training. Support the show https://linktr.ee/theleveluplife

    57 min
  6. Strength, Structure, and Second Chances: Fitness and Mentorship Inside the System

    Apr 26

    Strength, Structure, and Second Chances: Fitness and Mentorship Inside the System

    In Episode 6 of Season 3 of Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, Adam Wittbrodt and Dave “Waz” Wazny sit down with Jrew Brickel and Cynthia Beres for a meaningful conversation rooted in fitness, mentorship, and the power of showing up for others. After connecting through their work at the Midland County Juvenile Justice Center, this episode dives into the shared passion all four have for fitness - and how it goes far beyond just physical health. For each of them, fitness represents structure, discipline, consistency, and an outlet that can change the direction of someone’s life. Jrew and Cynthia bring a powerful perspective from inside the system, highlighting just how important it is to have staff who genuinely care. In environments where many youth feel forgotten or written off, the presence of positive role models can be the difference between staying stuck and starting to believe in something more. We also explore the reality these young individuals face. Many aren’t “bad kids” - they’re kids navigating difficult environments, doing what they’ve learned to survive. This episode sheds light on the importance of understanding, guidance, and giving them access to healthier outlets and influences. At its core, this conversation is about impact - what it means to lead by example, to show consistency, and to give someone a glimpse of a different path forward. Because sometimes, all it takes is one person to believe in you -  to change everything. If you’ve ever questioned whether showing up makes a difference, this episode is your answer. Real. Honest. And impactful. #LevelUpLife #MuscleAndMindset #MentorshipMatters #JuvenileJustice #FitnessForLife #PositiveInfluence #MindsetMastery Sponsored by Pine Haven Senior Assisted Living in Hemlock, Michigan and Level Up Fitness and Training. Support the show https://linktr.ee/theleveluplife

    1h 1m

  7. Apr 19

    A Second Chance in Motion: Jonathan Fridegar’s Story of Recovery, Fitness, and Opportunity

    In Episode 5 of Season 3 of Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, Adam Wittbrodt and Dave “Waz” Wazny sit down with Jonathan Fridegar for a powerful conversation about rebuilding a life from the ground up. Jonathan shares his journey through substance use and the reality of starting over - what it takes to move forward when your past feels like it’s working against you. This episode dives into the early stages of recovery, the challenges that come with it, and the mindset required to stay on track. We also explore how fitness became a turning point in Jonathan’s life - giving him structure, discipline, and a positive outlet that helped him rebuild not just physically, but mentally. A key part of Jonathan’s story is the opportunity he was given by the Richardson family of Richardson Auto Group. When he was working to build a new life in recovery, they offered him a chance. Today, Jonathan is a salesman at their Midland, Michigan location - living proof of what can happen when someone is given an opportunity and chooses to rise to it. This episode highlights an important message: recovery is possible. But it also requires action, accountability, and the willingness to take advantage of the opportunities placed in front of you. Because a second chance can open the door - but it’s up to you to walk through it. If you or someone you know is struggling, or working to rebuild, this conversation is a reminder that change is real - and that the next chapter can look completely different from the last. Real. Honest. And impactful. #LevelUpLife #MuscleAndMindset #RecoveryJourney #SecondChances #AddictionRecovery #MindsetMastery #FitnessJourney #LevelUp Sponsored by Pine Haven Senior Assisted Living in Hemlock, Michigan, Richardson GMC - Cadillac, and Level Up Fitness and Training. Support the show https://linktr.ee/theleveluplife

    1h 6m

  8. Apr 12

    The Impact of the Right Voices with Jolene & Angela (J and A Counseling)

    In Episode 4 of Season 3 of Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, Adam Wittbrodt and Dave “Waz” Wazny sit down with Jolene and Angela from J and A Counseling for a conversation that comes full circle. This episode hits different. Jolene and Angela were there at the beginning—helping lay the foundation that Adam would build on for years to come in his recovery. They were among the first to introduce concepts like thinking errors, self-awareness, and the deeper work required to truly change. Together, they dive into the realities of addiction and recovery—what it looks like in the early stages, what it takes to sustain it, and how patterns of thinking can either keep us stuck or set us free. The conversation also highlights the impact Jolene and Angela have had on the Midland community, becoming a vital part of the recovery services that continue to help people rebuild their lives. This episode is a reminder: Growth doesn’t happen by accident— It starts with someone willing to challenge how you think. And sometimes, the seeds planted early… become the life you build later. Real. Personal. And deeply meaningful. #LevelUpLife #MuscleAndMindset #MindsetMastery #RecoveryJourney #MentalHealth #AddictionRecovery #LevelUp Sponsored by Pine Haven Senior Assisted Living in Hemlock, Michigan and Level Up Fitness and Training. Support the show https://linktr.ee/theleveluplife

    58 min
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