The Unsexy Businessmen

Unsexy Businessmen
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Welcome to Unsexy Businessmen, the podcast that gives raw, practical advice to entrepreneurs who'd rather build something real than chase hype. Hosted by the minds behind the YouTube channel of the same name, each episode dives into the foundational — often "boring" but essential — building blocks of business: How to start an LLC, step by step Legal & structural frameworks that too many skip Real stories from business owners doing the work Tactical, no-fluff guidance you can act on today Whether you're launching a side hustle, formalizing your small business, or refining your core systems — this show turns the unglamorous but critical behind-the-scenes into your competitive advantage. Why "Unsexy Businessmen"? Because success rarely comes from flashy shortcuts. Growth comes from consistency, systems, and smart structure. This podcast shines a light on the parts of entrepreneurship that are often ignored — but are absolutely required. Tune in if you want: Clear guidance on legal, structural, and operational decisions Real-world examples and pitfalls Actionable steps, not theoretical fluff Let's build solid, sustainable businesses — one unsexy step at a time.

  1. 21h ago

    Ep. 14 - Unsexy Coaching Check-in 13: What Happens In Vegas Doesn't Stay In Vegas

    Can you enjoy a trip to Vegas without feeling like you have to start your fitness routine over when you get home? This week, we’re back from a weekend of steakhouse dinners, concerts, and the Mr. Olympia convention—and Alex’s first weigh-in back was about a pound and a half higher. Apparently, ordering the entire dessert menu still leaves room for a fitness check-in. In episode 14 of the Unsexy Podcast, we walk through what actually happened: five workouts for the week, two days off the usual macros, plenty of walking, and a surprisingly different experience with appetite and portions. We share how our eating habits have felt different over time, why we still found ways to exercise while traveling, and why Alex took his concert-inflated step count with a little skepticism. It wasn’t a flawless week. We also get into an upset stomach, a missed alarm, an uncomfortable cable exercise setup, and the gym etiquette problem of one person claiming three machines. The takeaway from our experience is simple: keeping a few familiar habits made the trip feel manageable. We enjoyed ourselves, had some setbacks, and came home with a routine to return to. What You Will Learn Keep familiar movement and workout habits in the mix while traveling.Recognize changes in your own appetite instead of eating simply because another meal is available.Question activity tracker totals when concert movement shows up as steps.Adjust your workout schedule when travel or a missed alarm disrupts the plan.Practice considerate gym etiquette when sharing busy cable machines.Video Chapters 00:00 Post-Vegas check-in and weigh-in 01:01 What we ate during the trip 04:09 Weekly workouts, macros, and step counts 06:08 Finding ways to work out while traveling 07:23 Small wins and changing eating habits 09:26 Consistency and the challenge of changing routines 12:11 Travel setbacks, a missed alarm, and workout discomfort 14:44 Gym etiquette: claiming three cable machines 17:44 What we took away from the Vegas weekend

  2. 5d ago

    Our Top 5 Grab-and-Go (Sort of) Protein Products For GAINS!

    You’re short on protein, you don’t feel like cooking, and the snack in your pantry has “protein” printed across the front. Good enough? We’ve both bought things for the label, checked the macros later, and had a few questions about our purchasing decisions. In this episode of the Unsexy Podcast, we’re ranking our favorite protein snacks and drinks based on what we actually reach for. We cover protein chips, Quest cookies, Legendary pastries, Barebells bars, Greek yogurt, and the bottled shakes that keep showing up in our routines: Oikos, Premier Protein, and Fairlife. The rules were supposed to be grab-and-go only, but apparently a toaster oven and a blender were open to interpretation. Along the way, we compare taste, convenience, cost, and how different options fit our own daily macro goals. These are our personal favorites, with plenty of tradeoffs. Some scratch the dessert itch. Others help us fill a protein gap when we’re traveling or running out of time. We talk about checking more than the protein number, watching for sales, and choosing options you’ll actually enjoy eating. If you need a few ideas for your next grocery run, start here—and tell us which favorites we missed. What You Will LearnCompare protein content with calories, fat, and carbs before buying.Match a snack to the gap in your own daily macros.Keep convenient options available for travel and busy days.Evaluate whether a sweet protein snack satisfies the craving you bought it for.Stretch your snack budget by comparing sale prices and cost per serving.Video Chapters00:00 Ranking our favorite grab-and-go protein snacks 01:00 Protein chips and Quest cookies: taste versus macros 05:05 Just Bare chicken: bending the grab-and-go rule 07:10 Legendary pastries and the price of convenience 10:26 Oikos shakes: fiber, sodium, and stocking up 12:25 Barebells: Aaron’s favorite protein bars 14:06 Premier Protein: Alex’s everyday convenience pick 15:07 Fairlife: our shared favorite shake 19:11 Greek yogurt and Aaron’s unusual combinations 23:32 Where we shop and our take on protein sodas

  3. Sep 29

    Ep. 13 - Unsexy Coaching Check-in 12: More Like Guidelines Than Actual Rules

    Everyone on the internet has a workout you should try, a step count you should hit, and an opinion about what you’re doing wrong. Fewer people stop to ask what you’re actually trying to accomplish. In this week’s Unsexy Podcast check-in, we talk about the gap between advice that sounds helpful and advice that fits your goals, routine, and life. Alex checks in at 164.2 pounds after five workouts, six days of hitting his macros, and roughly 19,000 steps a day. We get into why lifting straps have made farmer’s carries and shrugs feel different for him, how getting to the gym is becoming more automatic, and Aaron’s simple approach to difficult mornings: put your feet on the ground first. Apparently, the first rep is getting out of bed. Then we unpack the noise around fitness: blanket recommendations, chasing the latest study, and unsolicited feedback from someone who hasn’t asked about your goals. We’ve had to question our own assumptions, too—including why we default to certain step targets. The takeaway is practical: define what you want, track what you’re doing, and pay attention to whether it’s working before changing everything. There’s plenty of unsexy work left without rebuilding your plan every time you open your phone. What You Will Learn Clarify someone’s goals before offering workout or nutrition suggestions.Recognize when grip strength is limiting the muscles you’re trying to train.Make difficult mornings easier by focusing on one small first action.Evaluate new fitness advice against your current progress and routine.Filter unsolicited feedback by asking whether it applies to your goals.Video Chapters 00:00 Check-in: weight, workouts, macros, and steps 02:49 Why lifting straps changed Alex’s workouts 05:39 Arm discomfort and discussing a deload 06:52 Showing up when motivation is low 08:13 Why fitness advice needs better questions 11:27 Step targets, fitness trends, and consistency 15:04 Unsolicited advice about Alex’s goals 16:59 Handling criticism on social media 18:10 Where to follow the progress

  4. Sep 24

    Running After a Torn Achilles: Getting Back to 13.1 Miles with Juan Guitron

    Getting back to running after a torn Achilles comes with a question: can I still do what I used to do? Returning guest Juan joins us to talk about everything between those first awkward steps in physical therapy and finishing a half marathon alongside his brother. Apparently, that includes an underwater treadmill, which takes us considerably longer to understand than it should. We get into the small milestones that helped Juan rebuild confidence, the frustration of feeling ready for more while his foot was still getting tired, and the strength and mobility work he worked into his return. He shares how his physical therapist adjusted his recovery targets, how he gradually added miles, and why this particular race mattered more than chasing a personal record. We also compare our own race-day food routines, talk runner’s high, and discuss how having someone waiting at the starting line can make training feel a little less optional. If you’re rebuilding after a setback or looking for your next fitness goal, there’s plenty to take from Juan’s experience. His comeback involved patience, repeated work, and goals that changed as he progressed. Sometimes the next step is a race. Sometimes it’s simply being able to move a little better than you did last week. What You Will LearnUse small milestones to recognize progress when your bigger goal still feels distant.Understand how Juan’s PT adjusted targets as his recovery progressed.Recognize the gap Juan experienced between cardiovascular fitness and strength in his injured leg.Build accountability around a shared goal without making finishing time the only measure of success.Break a larger running goal into smaller challenges, from a 5K to a half marathon.Video Chapters00:00 Juan returns: running after a torn Achilles 01:35 Early rehab and the underwater treadmill 06:31 Mental hurdles, small wins, and PT benchmarks 08:45 Returning to running and dealing with compensation 14:38 Rebuilding strength and adding miles 18:03 Training with a purpose: racing with his brother 22:12 Race-day food routines and runner’s high 27:59 Pacing games and a favorite finish 32:04 Future race goals and the comeback timeline 34:29 Finding your next goal: 5Ks and destination runs

  5. Sep 22

    Ep. 12 - Unsexy Coaching Check-in 11: The Good, the Bad, and the Cheeseburgers

    The Breathing At The End For Non-Video Listeners Is Exactly What You Think It Is: Six workouts in a week, visible progress, and somehow the cheeseburgers still get the most attention. In this episode of the Unsexy Podcast, we’re checking in on week eleven of Alex’s training and talking about a familiar tension: how do you stay accountable without treating every imperfect meal like you’ve ruined everything? We get into Alex’s weekend eating struggles, what tracking has revealed about our food choices, and why simple meals we actually enjoy have been easier to repeat. Aaron shares how daily check-ins with his coach help him follow through, while Alex explains how walking early helps him build movement into his day. We also talk about seeing back progress after 75 days and Alex’s experience using lifting straps when grip gets in the way. Then we tackle the question we’ve both asked ourselves: what if we followed the plan perfectly? We don’t know exactly how much that would change our results, and we’re honest about that. What we can share is how we’re balancing personal goals, consistent effort, and enjoying our lives along the way. If you’ve been showing up but getting stuck on the days you fall short, this is a conversation about noticing what’s working and finding routines you can keep repeating. What You Will LearnRecognize how tracking helped us spot food habits we previously overlooked.Simplify meal prep with repeatable meals and seasoning variations you enjoy.Use regular check-ins to make follow-through more visible.Build walking into your morning before desk work takes over.Put imperfect days in perspective when reviewing your overall consistency.Video Chapters00:00 Week eleven: weight, workouts, and weekend eating 03:48 What food tracking helped us notice 05:24 Simple meals and repeatable meal prep 06:51 Questioning fitness marketing and fat-loss messaging 08:15 How daily accountability helps Aaron follow through 09:12 Building steps into the start of the day 11:02 Seeing back progress after 75 days 12:45 Alex’s experience with lifting straps and hooks 15:03 Food flexibility and realistic expectations 18:21 Reflecting on consistency with food and training

  6. Sep 17

    Are You Accidentally the Most Annoying Person at the Gym?

    Most people at the gym are perfectly normal, considerate human beings. Then someone curls directly in front of the dumbbell rack, claims three machines during rush hour, or turns a five-minute rest into a full-length documentary—and suddenly, we have opinions. In this episode, we rank the gym behaviors that annoy us most, from questionable smells and abandoned weights to supersets, filming, overcrowding, and equipment held hostage by conversations. Along the way, Alex admits he may be judging an unusually well-behaved gym too harshly, while Aaron makes a passionate case for banning supersets and protecting basketball courts from the unstoppable advance of pickleball. Underneath all the complaining is a simple point: everyone has limited time, and a little awareness makes the gym better for the people around you. Rerack your weights. Give people access to the dumbbells. Don’t occupy equipment you aren’t actively using. You don’t need perfect etiquette—you just need to occasionally remember that other people exist. What You Will LearnRecognize the equipment habits that frustrate other gym members.Share machines responsibly when the gym is crowded.Avoid turning rest periods into accidental equipment reservations.Film workouts without disrupting or recording everyone around you.Practice the basic courtesy that keeps workouts moving efficiently.Video Chapters00:00 Ranking our most annoying gym behaviors 01:07 Body odor, cologne, and gym hygiene 05:15 Using the wrong cable station 07:17 Curling in front of the dumbbell rack 10:04 Overcrowding and the pickleball problem 14:11 Holding equipment hostage while talking 16:18 Claiming multiple machines during busy hours 18:05 Why you should rerack your weights 21:34 Long rests and scrolling between sets 24:34 Supersets, filming, and making gym friends

  7. Sep 15

    Ep. 11 - Unsexy Coaching Check-in 10: Life is Like a Plate of Creamy Potatoes

    You’re showing up at the gym, getting stronger, and noticing changes in your photos. Then you step on the scale and see the same number. Do you change the plan or keep going? In this Unsexy Coaching check-in, we talk through that question as Alex approaches 70 days of training, tracking, and figuring things out along the way. At 164.2 pounds, Alex’s weight has stayed within a narrow range for weeks. We discuss what that might suggest about maintenance calories and body recomposition, why we’re looking forward to another DEXA scan, and whether his next goal is getting leaner or building more size. We also get into progress photos, increasing weights and reps, and how Aaron uses slower repetitions when an exercise starts feeling too easy. Meanwhile, the weekly report includes six workouts, around 17,000 daily steps, and four days of hitting macros. Apparently, creamy potatoes weren’t following the program. That imperfect week leads to the bigger conversation: what you do after getting off track. We share our experience with food tracking, keeping routines going through busy weekends, and recognizing progress beyond a weigh-in. The unsexy work this week is checking the bigger picture, being honest about what slipped, and getting back to the routine. What You Will LearnAssess progress using weight trends, photos, and workout performance together.Clarify whether getting leaner or building more size matters most to your next phase.Explore how Aaron uses slower reps and holds when equipment feels too light.Recognize how everyday movement contributes to Alex’s daily step count.Return to your nutrition routine after a weekend of missed macro targets.Video Chapters00:00 Alex’s check-in and steady weight 01:57 Getting leaner or building more size? 04:40 Belly fat goals and ab training 09:00 Weekly workouts, macros, and steps 12:02 Progress photos that show the bigger picture 14:03 Strength gains and slowing down reps 17:08 Holiday eating and missed nutrition targets 18:09 Food tracking and returning to the routine 20:00 Keeping habits going through an imperfect week

  8. Sep 10

    Why Working Harder Doesn’t Fix Health With Shalese King

    Getting healthier isn’t always about working harder. Sometimes the stubborn belief that you should be able to outwork every problem becomes part of the problem. In this episode, we sit down with Shalese King for an honest conversation about food restrictions, PCOS, pregnancy, divorce, an Achilles injury, and the many ways her approach to health has changed over time. Shalese shares her personal experience with gluten intolerance, blood work, GLP-1 medications, strength training, and learning to listen to her body instead of treating every workout like a punishment. We also get into the difference between using a tool thoughtfully and expecting it to do all the work for you. This isn’t medical advice or a pitch for one perfect routine. It’s a conversation about asking better questions, working with qualified healthcare professionals, and finding an approach you can sustain without hating your life. The real goal isn’t reaching one number and declaring yourself finished. It’s having the strength, confidence, and energy to keep showing up for the people and experiences that matter to you—even if your workout occasionally depends on which machine is available. What You Will LearnRecognize when working harder is no longer producing healthier resultsBuild a balanced approach to food without eliminating everything you enjoyUnderstand why medical tools should be paired with education and professional guidanceAdjust your workouts when your body, schedule, or circumstances changeDefine health goals around living well instead of chasing a single number

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Welcome to Unsexy Businessmen, the podcast that gives raw, practical advice to entrepreneurs who'd rather build something real than chase hype. Hosted by the minds behind the YouTube channel of the same name, each episode dives into the foundational — often "boring" but essential — building blocks of business: How to start an LLC, step by step Legal & structural frameworks that too many skip Real stories from business owners doing the work Tactical, no-fluff guidance you can act on today Whether you're launching a side hustle, formalizing your small business, or refining your core systems — this show turns the unglamorous but critical behind-the-scenes into your competitive advantage. Why "Unsexy Businessmen"? Because success rarely comes from flashy shortcuts. Growth comes from consistency, systems, and smart structure. This podcast shines a light on the parts of entrepreneurship that are often ignored — but are absolutely required. Tune in if you want: Clear guidance on legal, structural, and operational decisions Real-world examples and pitfalls Actionable steps, not theoretical fluff Let's build solid, sustainable businesses — one unsexy step at a time.

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  • Creator
    Unsexy Businessmen
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    71
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Unsexy Businessmen
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