Help Me Understand JK McLeod
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Help Me Understand is a podcast that explores the context behind the things that we experience from day to day.
With topics ranging from personal development, to parenting, to health and fitness, and more; join JK McLeod as he shares his thoughts and hosts conversations that are meant to encourage you to say "Help me understand" in an effort to add perspective to the things we experience in everyday life.
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124. Solo: The Time I Got Fired and Found My Fitness Consistency
In this episode, JK reflects on a recent Facebook reminder that marked a turning point in his life. He shares how losing his job became the catalyst for gaining consistency with his fitness routine.
JK discusses the impact on his family and how he managed to juggle a part-time job while searching for new opportunities. He explains how he started going to the gym and the importance of creating a daily routine.
JK also talks about seeking nutrition advice and buying supplements to support his fitness journey.
He emphasizes the power of gratitude and finding opportunities in challenges.
Connect with JK on Instagram: @coachjkmcleod
Email JK: jk@themusclefeed.com
Join JK's weekly email list: subscribe here
Chapters
01:01 Losing Job and Starting Fitness Routine
05:16 Starting Gym Routine and Fitness Goals
08:11 Creating a Daily Routine and Seeking Job Opportunities
10:56 Seeking Nutrition Advice and Buying Supplements
20:50 Gratitude and Finding Opportunities in Challenges
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123. Solo: Question Your "Consistency"
In this Solo episode, JK shares a classic story from Zig Ziglar to illustrate the importance of questioning our actions and habits.
He emphasizes that doing the same thing over and over again without questioning can lead to missed opportunities and suboptimal results.
JK also discusses the idea that just as insanity is doing the same thing and expecting a different result...doing the same thing and expecting the same results could potentially have you missing out on better outcomes.
He provides examples of how trying something different, whether it's changing a route to work or altering a workout schedule, can lead to unexpected benefits and progress.
Connect with JK on Instagram: @coachjkmcleod
Email JK: jk@themusclefeed.com
Join JK's weekly email list: subscribe here
01:52 The Story of the Christmas Ham
07:39 Questioning the Same Actions
08:09 Trying Something Different
12:30 Changing Habits for Better Results
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122. Conversation: Maria. Self-Acceptance Through Writing and Fitness
On this Conversation episode of the Help Me Understand Podcast, host JK interviews Maria, a nutrition coach, personal trainer, writer, and author.
Maria shares her background and early memories of fitness and athletics, discussing how she initially struggled with sports and physical fitness tests in school.
She also talks about her journey into nutrition and how she began making small changes to her diet. Maria explains how her motivation and strong identity helped her explore different fitness modalities, including CrossFit and bodybuilding.
She also discusses her post-pregnancy fitness journey and the importance of adapting and listening to one's body.
Maria talks about the importance of nutrition and how it takes up a significant portion of our daily lives. She emphasizes the need to think less about food and focus on living.
Maria also shares her journey of finding balance in nutrition and fitness, and how she helps women liberate themselves from the constant stress and obsession with their bodies.
She highlights the importance of self-acceptance and self-awareness in personal growth. Maria's passion for writing and her desire to help others embrace their true selves are evident throughout the conversation.
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Connect with Maria on Instagram: @maria.delgaiso
Connect with JK on Instagram: @coachjkmcleod
Email JK: jk@themusclefeed.com
Join JK's weekly email list: subscribe here
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Background
08:00 Early Memories of Fitness and Athletics
17:12 Shift in Perspective and Introduction to Nutrition
22:05 Body Image and Motivation
32:30 Exploring Different Fitness Modalities
36:29 Post-Pregnancy Fitness Journey
36:55 The Importance of Nutrition
39:29 Finding Balance in Nutrition and Fitness
42:43 The Evolution of Nutrition and Fitness
46:15 Identifying as an Athletic Person
50:20 The Role of Writing in Maria's Life
53:51 The Journey to Self-Acceptance
01:02:07 Embracing the Present and Self-Growth
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121. Solo: Are Video Games For Kids Useful or Useless?
In this Solo episode of Help Me Understand, JK discusses the topic of video games and challenges the assumption that they are completely useless.
He shares a personal experience of observing his son playing a basketball video game and realizing the valuable life lessons that can be validated from it.
JK encourages parents to be curious and get involved in their children's interests, including video games, to better understand their benefits.
He emphasizes the importance of not dismissing technology and highlights the need to navigate and utilize it in a way that aligns with family values.
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Email JK: JK@themusclefeed.com
Instagram: @coachJKmcleod
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120. Perspective Shift: Emilie's Story
In this Perspective Shift episode of the Help Me Understand podcast, Emilie, a Spirituality & Success Coach for women, shares her story.
Her story centers around her shift on how she felt the need to control everything in order to achieve success. She discusses how societal expectations and the pressure to conform led her to believe that she had to be in control of every aspect of her life.
Listen in as Emilie shares a series of events, that led her to shift her perspective.
Emilie emphasizes the importance of self-connection and getting to know oneself deeply. She also discusses her decision to start fresh on social media and focus on authenticity rather than vanity metrics.
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Emilie's first appearance on the podcast (episode 2) can be found here
Connect with Emilie on IG: @emilie.karun
Email JK: JK@themusclefeed.com
Instagram: @coachJKmcleod
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Chapters
03:01 The Perspective Shift: Letting Go of Control
11:37 The Journey to Realization
19:15 The Impact of Society and Social Media
23:20 The Importance of Self-Connection
26:43 The Shift in Social Media Strategy
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119. Solo: What Makes You Different Is What Makes The Difference
In this Solo episode of Help Me Understand, JK shares a message to emphasize the importance of knowing your audience when sharing content and receiving feedback.
JK also discusses the journey of getting comfortable sharing personal stories and how embracing what makes you different can make a difference in helping others.
He encourages listeners to start sharing their gifts and passions, as someone out there needs to hear their story.
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Instagram: @coachjkmcleod
Email: jk@themusclefeed.com
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jk-mcleod7/message
Customer Reviews
Thought Provoking
The Help Me Understand podcast has truly transformed my listening experience by encouraging me to seek to understand rather than simply respond or react in my daily life. JK's innate ability to delve deep into conversations, whether with guests or on solo episodes, is truly captivating. Joining this podcast has been an enlightening journey that I highly recommend to all listeners seeking a fresh perspective on a variety of different topics.
No one asks better questions
I love this show and I love JK because he does such an incredible job modeling what it means to ACTUALLY listen, seeking to understand over being understood. I find myself thinking over snippets days after listening and carrying the wisdom that comes through the genuine conversations, like some well worn advice from an old friend or family member. JK has an incredible, simple yet powerful presence that really delivers because it is genuine and authentic. Highly recommend!
Great info and perspective!
JK is extremely knowledgeable, personable, and a great source of info. “Help me understand” is a mantra that we all should be striving to be better at.