The Growth Through Adversity Podcast

Ragnar "The War-Wolf" Stegall
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Welcome to The Growth Through Adversity podcast — where men are forged, not coddled. We dive deep into physical, mental, spiritual, and personal transformation through raw, unfiltered conversations. From training and nutrition to mindset, business, and discipline — nothing is off-limits. This is the rebirth of the modern man: built through struggle, sharpened by truth, and grounded in virtue. If you're ready to reject weakness and rise with purpose, you're in the right place.

  1. 22H AGO

    How Busy Men Build Elite Physiques

    Most driven men don’t have a motivation problem. They have a system problem. If you’re building a career, leading a family, and carrying real responsibility — you cannot train like a 22-year-old with unlimited time and zero stress. In this episode of Growth Through Adversity, I break down how high-performing men build powerful, lean, athletic bodies training just 3–4 days per week using The Primal Method. Inside this video: How to structure low-volume, high-intensity training for maximum resultsWhy more gym time can actually kill progress for busy professionalsSimple bulk meal systems for muscle and fat lossStress management and recovery strategies for men under pressureTravel nutrition systems (protein anchoring, loose tracking)Hotel room bodyweight circuits that actually workThis isn’t fitness influencer fluff. This is sustainable, scalable structure for men who refuse to be soft — even when life is demanding. If you’re a career-driven man who wants strength, muscle, performance, and discipline without living in the gym… this is for you. Nothing valuable is built without structure. 📩 If you’re ready to install the system, message me “PRIMAL” on Instagram and let’s see if you qualify. Connect with Ragnar — Join the Wolf-Pack 💪 Apply for Coaching: https://primalfitness.fillout.com/Application/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeastwithin9/ 👥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085074067890 ▶️ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw0HLq3TZVkt3VQpyq7kweg This isn’t fitness fluff. This is war. If you’re ready to destroy the old you and forge a savage life—click the link and apply now. Spots are limited.

    29 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Money Won't Solve All Your Problems: It Will Solve Some

    Most men think money will fix their problems. It won’t make you disciplined. It won’t make you a better husband. It won’t make you a better father. But it will change the type of stress you carry. In this episode of the Growth Through Adversity podcast, I break down: The difference between survival stress and growth stressHow I started my coaching business in 2021 making $800/monthThe reality of quitting my job and going all inBuilding Southside Strength & Fitness and stabilizing incomeWhy in-person coaching makes YOU the bottleneckThe leap into online coaching and going into debt to scaleHow to transition from survival mode to scalable incomeWhy most men stay stuck in Phase 2What it actually takes to build a scalable online fitness businessThis isn’t motivational fluff. This is the real breakdown of how businesses are built: Survival → Stability → Scale. If you're an entrepreneur, coach, business owner, or ambitious man trying to grow financially without losing your edge — this episode is for you. Money doesn’t solve your character. It changes your battlefield. And if you don’t evolve with it, you’ll stay stuck. 🔥 Topics Covered: entrepreneur mindset how to start an online coaching business scaling a fitness business survival vs growth mentality business stress vs financial stress building discipline as a man masculine leadership and responsibility how to escape survival mode online fitness coaching business model self development for men If you're serious about building strength — physically, financially, mentally — Message me on Instagram and tell me what phase you’re in. Let’s build something that scales. Connect with Ragnar — Join the Wolf-Pack 💪 Apply for Coaching: https://primalfitness.fillout.com/Application/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeastwithin9/ 👥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085074067890 ▶️ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw0HLq3TZVkt3VQpyq7kweg This isn’t fitness fluff. This is war. If you’re ready to destroy the old you and forge a savage life—click the link and apply now. Spots are limited.

    40 min

  3. 2D AGO

    Specificity, Peaking & Deloads

    Most men train hard. Very few train with purpose. In this episode, I break down how to use training specificity, peaking cycles, and strategic deloads to maximize strength, muscle growth, conditioning, and performance — without burning out. If you’ve been: Plateauing in the gym Feeling constantly sore and fatigued Strong but not athletic Athletic but not strong Training hard but not progressing This is where you fix it. We cover: • What training specificity actually means (energy systems, movement patterns, rest intervals) • How to structure your program for strength, hypertrophy, fat loss, or performance • The 3 phases of peaking (Accumulation, Intensification, Realization) • How to taper properly before a competition or max-out • Why most men never hit PRs (and how to fix it) • What a deload really is and when to use one • How fatigue masks fitness • How to cycle intensity for long-term muscle growth and strength Performance has a calendar. Strength is built in waves. Growth is cyclical — not linear. If you want to stop training randomly and start building your body with precision, this episode is mandatory. If you're a driven man 30–50 who wants structured programming built around your goals — strength, muscle, performance, longevity — message me directly on Instagram. Stop guessing. Start training with intent. Connect with Ragnar — Join the Wolf-Pack 💪 Apply for Coaching: https://primalfitness.fillout.com/Application/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeastwithin9/ 👥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085074067890 ▶️ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw0HLq3TZVkt3VQpyq7kweg This isn’t fitness fluff. This is war. If you’re ready to destroy the old you and forge a savage life—click the link and apply now. Spots are limited.

    33 min

  4. 12/15/2025

    Effective Strength Training Methods: Become a Weapon

    Unlock the truth about building real strength the way elite athletes and fighters do. In this episode, Ragnar breaks down the fundamentals of strength training — effective rep ranges (1–6), RPE 7–8, power training, optimal volume, carb fueling, and protein requirements — so you can finally get stronger without burning out. Most men train too heavy, too often, and too sloppy. Strength isn’t built through ego lifting — it’s built through precision, speed, recovery, and proper nutrition. Inside this live training you’ll learn how to train movements, maximize force production, increase power, fuel with carbs, and structure your sessions like a professional. Topics Covered: What real strength actually isThe science behind the 1–6 rep strength zoneWhy RPE 7–8 builds more strength than RPE 10How power = strength executed quicklyEffective weekly volume for strength and recoveryCarbs as the #1 fuel source for strength athletesProtein targets for strength, muscle, and recoveryHow fighters and high-performance men train for powerWhether you’re a lifter, fighter, athlete, or a man who wants to stop being weak and start building real capability — this is your blueprint. If you want coaching to get stronger, leaner, and more capable, DM me “STRENGTH” on Instagram. Connect with Ragnar — Join the Wolf-Pack 💪 Apply for Coaching: https://primalfitness.fillout.com/Application/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeastwithin9/ 👥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085074067890 ▶️ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw0HLq3TZVkt3VQpyq7kweg This isn’t fitness fluff. This is war. If you’re ready to destroy the old you and forge a savage life—click the link and apply now. Spots are limited.

    20 min

  5. 12/15/2025

    Porn Is Destroying Men: Take Back Your Power

    Most men will never hear this because they’re too comfortable being weak. Porn isn’t harmless. It hijacks your dopamine, erodes your confidence, and trains your nervous system for instant gratification instead of control. I quit porn because: It never aligned with the man I wanted to beIt destroyed my focus and sexual disciplineIt damaged intimacy and connectionIt trained me to chase fantasy instead of build realityWhen I stopped: My energy came backMy confidence sharpenedMy marriage improved drasticallySex became deeper, slower, more powerful, and more satisfying for both of usThis isn’t about religion or shame. It’s about self-mastery. Masculine power comes from discipline — especially when no one is watching. If you can’t control your urges, you’ll never control your life. If you’re ready to reclaim your strength, your presence, and your edge — 👉 Message me on Instagram and I’ll help you build the structure to do it. Connect with Ragnar — Join the Wolf-Pack 💪 Apply for Coaching: https://primalfitness.fillout.com/Application/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeastwithin9/ 👥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085074067890 ▶️ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw0HLq3TZVkt3VQpyq7kweg This isn’t fitness fluff. This is war. If you’re ready to destroy the old you and forge a savage life—click the link and apply now. Spots are limited.

    25 min

  6. 10/31/2025

    3. The Split Doesn’t Build the Muscle — You Do.

    Most guys waste years hopping from split to split thinking the structure is the secret — it’s not. What actually drives growth is weekly volume, intensity, and progression. Whether you train 3 or 6 days a week, if you’re not tracking your lifts, managing recovery, and hitting 10–15 quality sets per muscle weekly… you’re just exercising, not training. Learn how to build a program that actually works — not just one that looks good on paper.🎯 Message me “COACHING” on Instagram and I’ll help you design a setup that fits your life and gets results. Connect with Ragnar — Join the Wolf-Pack 💪 Apply for Coaching: https://primalfitness.fillout.com/Application/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeastwithin9/ 👥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085074067890 ▶️ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw0HLq3TZVkt3VQpyq7kweg This isn’t fitness fluff. This is war. If you’re ready to destroy the old you and forge a savage life—click the link and apply now. Spots are limited.

    19 min

  7. 10/31/2025

    2. Turning Numbers Into Meals: How to Actually Eat for Performance

    Most people can calculate macros but have no idea how to live them. They get lost in the numbers — tracking, weighing, obsessing — yet never look, feel, or perform any better. Here’s the truth: It’s not about hitting perfect numbers. It’s about mastering food selection, timing, and structure — turning data into daily discipline. In this episode, I break down: The best protein, carb, and fat sources for real resultsHow to eat for energy, strength, and satietyWhy carbs and fats aren’t enemies — they’re toolsHow to turn your macros into meals that fit your real lifeStop eating like a calculator and start eating like a conqueror. You don’t need another diet — you need understanding. ⚔️ Message me on Instagram @thebeastwithin9 with “COACHING” if you’re ready to build a custom meal system that fuels your performance, strength, and life. Connect with Ragnar — Join the Wolf-Pack 💪 Apply for Coaching: https://primalfitness.fillout.com/Application/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeastwithin9/ 👥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085074067890 ▶️ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw0HLq3TZVkt3VQpyq7kweg This isn’t fitness fluff. This is war. If you’re ready to destroy the old you and forge a savage life—click the link and apply now. Spots are limited.

    19 min

  8. 10/31/2025

    The Only 5 Supplements You Need

    Most guys waste hundreds on fancy supplements chasing shortcuts — but the truth is, you only need five. These are the ones that actually move the needle: 1️⃣ Creatine – boosts strength, power, and muscle fullness. 2️⃣ Whey Protein – the most efficient way to hit daily protein targets. 3️⃣ NAC – protects your liver, boosts recovery, and supports longevity. 4️⃣ Collagen – joint, tendon, and skin health; crucial for men who train hard. 5️⃣ Electrolytes – hydration, performance, and endurance — especially if you sweat heavy. Everything else is marketing fluff. Master these five, and your foundation is set. 🎯 Message me “COACHING” on Instagram and I’ll help you dial in your exact supplement protocol for your training and recovery goals.Connect with Ragnar — Join the Wolf-Pack 💪 Apply for Coaching: https://primalfitness.fillout.com/Application/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeastwithin9/ 👥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085074067890 ▶️ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw0HLq3TZVkt3VQpyq7kweg This isn’t fitness fluff. This is war. If you’re ready to destroy the old you and forge a savage life—click the link and apply now. Spots are limited.

    22 min
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Welcome to The Growth Through Adversity podcast — where men are forged, not coddled. We dive deep into physical, mental, spiritual, and personal transformation through raw, unfiltered conversations. From training and nutrition to mindset, business, and discipline — nothing is off-limits. This is the rebirth of the modern man: built through struggle, sharpened by truth, and grounded in virtue. If you're ready to reject weakness and rise with purpose, you're in the right place.

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  • Creator
    Ragnar "The War-Wolf" Stegall
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Growth Through Adversity Podcast
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