Vibrant People

Jake Wood

This podcast is for people who want to feel fit, strong, and energised again – but haven’t found a way to make fitness hold when life is busy. You’ve tried plans that work on paper but fall apart under pressure. You’ve had periods of momentum, followed by long stretches of drift. Not because you don’t care. But because most approaches weren’t built for real life. On this podcast, we talk about how to build strength, energy, and confidence in your body inside a full life – not an ideal one. Training that adapts when work ramps up. Nutrition that stays simple when attention is limited. Habits that survive travel, stress, family, and changing weeks. These are honest conversations about systems, mindset, and identity – and how fitness stops slipping to the bottom of the list and starts reinforcing the rest of your life.

  1. 1D AGO

    Why 90% of People Fail at Fitness (And How to Fix It)

    If you've ever started a fitness plan and quit within weeks, this video will change everything. The problem isn't you. It's not your discipline. It's not your motivation. It's that every plan you've tried has been built on a SINGLE TRACK - one way to succeed, and when that breaks, you fall to zero. I'm going to show you the 3-Track System that makes fitness failure almost impossible. Track A: Your sustainable ceiling (not some fantasy version of your life)Track B: Your safety nets (the Tiers of Opportunity that catch you when life gets messy)Track C: Your Daily Wins (non-negotiables that build your identity)This is how you stay in the game every single day - not through perfection, but through adaptability. 🔗 Join Vibrant People and get the complete 3-Track System: vibrantpeople.com No more guessing. No more starting over. Just a system that actually works for real life.

    15 min

  2. FEB 4

    Why I Use Bodyweight Training (It’s Not Because It’s Better Than Weights)

    I get asked all the time why I use bodyweight training. It’s not because I think it’s better than weights. And it’s definitely not an anti-gym argument. It’s because bodyweight training has been my biggest weapon for staying consistent - through travel, business, family life, and high-pressure seasons where most fitness plans fall apart. In this episode, I explain: Why rigid gym-based plans often collapse under real lifeHow bodyweight training removes friction, negotiation, and excusesWhy flexibility of time, location, and equipment matters more than optimisationHow this approach survived travel, long workdays, and family lifeWhy consistency beats “better” training every timeThis isn’t about choosing sides or being dogmatic. It’s about choosing a system that actually holds when life gets demanding. That’s why bodyweight training is the foundation we use inside Vibrant People. 👉 If fitness has been the weak link under pressure, DM “PRESSURE” on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodyweightdude

    5 min

  3. JAN 29

    This Is Why You Skip Workouts on Busy Days

    Some days don’t go to plan. You have good intentions. You have a clear idea of how you want to train. And then life gets in the way. In this episode, I talk about one of the biggest traps I see with fitness: when the perfect plan isn’t possible, people default to doing nothing at all. We cover: Why perfectionism quietly leads to inconsistencyThe guilt–shame–overcorrection loop that keeps people stuckWhy “doing something” matters more than doing it rightHow shrinking the action pressure-proofs your fitness systemWhy imperfect sessions still count — at an identity level This isn’t about lowering standards or caring less. It’s about building a system that holds up on busy days, chaotic seasons, and imperfect weeks. Because consistency isn’t built on ideal conditions. It’s built on the ability to adapt — and still do the thing. 👉 If fitness has been the weak link under pressure, DM “PRESSURE” on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodyweightdude

    4 min

  4. JAN 25

    Why 90% of Fitness Success Has Nothing to Do With Your Plan

    Most people think they fail at fitness because they haven’t found the right plan. The right workout. The right diet. The right structure. In reality, that’s rarely the problem. In this episode, I break down why 90% of fitness success comes down to one thing: actually doing it — imperfectly, inconsistently at first, and without overthinking every detail. After working with hundreds of busy, successful people, I’ve seen a clear pattern: The people who get results don’t have perfect plans.They don’t obsess over details.They take action first and troubleshoot later. We talk about: Why complexity is the enemy of consistencyHow perfectionism quietly kills progressThe behavioural science behind habit formation (BJ Fogg’s model)Why lowering the barrier to action matters more than motivationHow to build flexibility into your routine so you don’t fall off when life gets busySimple strategies to stay consistent even when time, energy, or motivation are low If you’ve ever felt stuck, inconsistent, or frustrated that fitness never seems to “stick,” this episode will help you reframe the problem — and simplify the solution. Because long-term fitness isn’t about doing things perfectly. It’s about doing the thing. ____ If fitness has become the weak link in an otherwise high-functioning life, DM “15” on Instagram and I’ll show you the system that actually holds under pressure. 👉  https://www.instagram.com/bodyweightdude

    17 min

  5. 12/30/2025

    The Real Reason Most New Year Fitness Plans Fail (And How To Fix It)

    This episode digs into the real reason most fitness plans fail — and why it has nothing to do with motivation, willpower, or discipline — and everything to do with how your plan is built. In this video: • Why 95% of New Year plans collapse within six months • The difference between taking action vs taking the right action • Why your body only adapts when you create real stimulus • How to build your plan for your busiest weeks — not your best ones • The power of flexibility, seasons, and “holding the line” • Why enjoyment matters more than intensity for long-term results If you’re a busy parent, business owner, or high performer who’s sick of starting over every year — this episode will help you build a system that actually lasts. Watch it through and you’ll walk away with a clearer, calmer, more sustainable approach to training, nutrition, and consistency going into 2026.

    23 min

  6. 12/16/2025

    Why Feeling Good Should (And Can) Be Your Default State - #30

    In this episode, I break down the simple but powerful habits that quietly shape how you feel every single day. Not aesthetics. Not extremes. Just the fundamentals that raise your baseline and make life feel lighter by default. In this video: Why exercise, real food, and sleep are massively underestimated for mental healthHow modern lifestyles quietly drain energy, mood, and focusWhy perfection backfires and consistency winsThe role of strength, mobility, and cardio in long-term wellbeingSimple sleep and nutrition principles that actually stick This episode isn’t about hacks or motivation. It’s about building a body and mind that support your life instead of fighting it. If you want to wake up feeling ready more often than not, this one matters. - Vibrant People results: https://www.vibrantpeople.com/results https://instagram.com/bodyweightdude  - Instagram

    13 min

  7. 12/11/2025

    What I Wish I Knew Before Having Three Kids About Staying in Shape - #29

    In this episode, I talk through the exact mindset and habits that keep me in shape during the hardest seasons of life — not the easy ones. This one’s raw, honest, and pulled straight from the last few weeks of chaos. In this video: • Why I fell off making videos for three weeks • The truth about consistency as a busy parent • How I use a “baseline” to stay strong with limited time • The four habits that hold the line when life gets messy • Why flexibility beats perfection • How to train, eat, and sleep well in the newborn stage • Why ten minutes can matter more than the perfect hour • How to stop your fitness plan collapsing when life gets unpredictable Whether you’re a parent, business owner, or someone trying to stay in shape through the madness — this will help you rethink how progress actually happens. Watch it through and you’ll understand exactly how I stay consistent with three kids, a business, and zero spare time.

    16 min

  8. 12/04/2025

    How One Simple System Transformed MJ’s Health In Weeks - #28

    In this episode, MJ shares the moment things shifted for him at 45 — from tired, stressed, and stuck in cycles… to finding structure, energy, and a way of training that actually fit his life. In this video: • The real state MJ was in before joining Vibrant People • How one Instagram message turned into a life-changing decision • Why previous attempts never stuck (and what changed this time) • How accountability, structure, and community created momentum • The early habits that transformed his energy, confidence, and routine Whether you’re someone who’s “tried everything,” a dad in your 40s juggling work and life, or a coach wanting to understand transformation at a deeper level — this conversation hits home.

    35 min
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This podcast is for people who want to feel fit, strong, and energised again – but haven’t found a way to make fitness hold when life is busy. You’ve tried plans that work on paper but fall apart under pressure. You’ve had periods of momentum, followed by long stretches of drift. Not because you don’t care. But because most approaches weren’t built for real life. On this podcast, we talk about how to build strength, energy, and confidence in your body inside a full life – not an ideal one. Training that adapts when work ramps up. Nutrition that stays simple when attention is limited. Habits that survive travel, stress, family, and changing weeks. These are honest conversations about systems, mindset, and identity – and how fitness stops slipping to the bottom of the list and starts reinforcing the rest of your life.

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  • Creator
    Jake Wood
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Vibrant People
  • Show Website
    Vibrant People