Optimizing Beyond

Josh Negron
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Welcome to Optimizing Beyond, the podcast for people who refuse to settle and are ready to grow, stretch, and challenge their thinking. Hosted by Josh Negron — entrepreneur, leader, and lifelong student of growth — this show explores how to optimize every corner of life: fitness, longevity, leadership, business, psychology, health, nutrition, technology, culture, faith, and more. Every week, Josh shares lessons drawn from years of experimenting, habit stacking, and pushing beyond his own limits. Episodes are designed to leave you with one actionable step to implement right now, and one idea to wrestle with long after the episode ends. Whether you’re chasing one percent improvements or searching for breakthroughs, Optimizing Beyond equips you to move past comfort, embrace growth, and build a life worth living.

  1. Optimize Movement: How to Overcome 5 Barriers to Fitness & Movement

    1D AGO

    Optimize Movement: How to Overcome 5 Barriers to Fitness & Movement

    Stop waiting for motivation; learn how to overcome the five biggest psychological and physical barriers to building a sustainable movement habit. In this episode, Josh and Ashley Negron tackle the growing health crisis by providing a practical roadmap for anyone struggling to start or maintain a fitness routine. Moving beyond the "all or nothing" mentality, they explore how early bad decisions regarding movement compound over decades, leading to severe physical consequences in later life. The conversation reframes the discomfort of exercise through the "choose your hard" philosophy—trading the temporary "hard" of a morning workout for the permanent "hard" of chronic pain and lost mobility. Drawing from their personal transformations, the hosts share how finding community, starting small with activities like walking, and tying fitness to meaningful life goals—such as being physically able to play with future grandchildren—can create lasting behavioral change. Whether you are avoiding the gym due to self-consciousness or physical discomfort, this episode provides the mental tools and identity-shifting strategies needed to invest in your future self through consistent movement. Key Takeaways: Identify the 5 Barriers: Recognize how pain, lack of rest, perfectionism, confusion, and isolation prevent you from starting.The "Choose Your Hard" Reframe: Understand that you are choosing between the temporary discomfort of exercise or the long-term hardship of health decline.Habit Stacking & Small Starts: Learn why starting with just a walk to the mailbox is more effective than an unsustainable lifestyle overhaul.Identity Statements: Shift your internal dialogue from "I need to work out" to "I am the type of person who works out" to build permanent habits.The Power of Shared Suffering: Discover how finding a community or involving your spouse in movement can strengthen relationships and ensure accountability.Resources: Atomic Habits by James ClearWatch on YouTubeOptimizing Beyond*Links might earn a small commission with no cost to you.

    41 min
  2. The 4 G’s Daily Practice: Gratitude, Goals, Growth, Grace

    FEB 4

    The 4 G’s Daily Practice: Gratitude, Goals, Growth, Grace

    The Four G’s (Gratitude, Goals, Growth, Grace) is a daily formula used by high achievers to build clarity, consistency, and real momentum. In this episode, Josh breaks down how to apply each “G” in a practical way that sticks. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How to write 10 gratitudes that don’t get repetitiveA simple way to set goals without overcomplicating themThe “why/when/who/sacrifice/result/reward” method for follow-throughHow 30 minutes of daily growth turns into real-life actionWhy grace (forgiveness) is the antidote to lingering pain CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro — The Four G’s Formula01:57 Gratitude — 10 Specific Items07:31 Goals — Keep It Simple10:59 Goal Framework — Why/When/Who14:32 Result Vs Reward16:29 Growth — 30 Minutes Daily19:08 Grace — Release The Pain22:30 Why Handwriting Matters24:08 Closing — Daily Anything Changes Everything RESOURCES MENTIONED: https://www.youtube.com/@optimizingbeyondhttps://www.optimizingbeyond.comDanelle's I Choose Joy Journal *If you buy through the links on this page, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    25 min
  3. Optimizing Friendships: Build Deeper, Healthier Connections

    JAN 28

    Optimizing Friendships: Build Deeper, Healthier Connections

    Optimizing friendships starts with choosing the right circle and becoming the kind of friend you’re looking for. Josh and Ashley break down modern connection challenges and share practical ways to build deeper, healthier relationships. Optimizing friendships is harder than ever in a hyper-connected world. In this episode, Josh and Ashley share how to build meaningful relationships, set boundaries, and find friends who help you grow. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why “more connections” can still mean more lonelinessHow to audit your inner circle (energy, honesty, character)When boundaries are necessary (and why they’re not punishment)How to become the kind of friend you want to havePractical ways to find friends through shared spaces and consistencyRed flags vs. green flags in healthy relationships CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro — Why Friendships Feel Harder02:25 Modern Obstacles to Connection04:36 Your Closest Five Shape You08:23 Boundaries and Letting Go09:23 Can You Handle a Good Friend?16:35 Where to Find Great Friends20:25 Consistency, Questions, Listening24:03 Red Flags and Green Flags26:34 Disagreeing Without Dividing27:11 Closing and Take Action RESOURCES MENTIONED: Watch on YouTubeShow website

    28 min
  4. The Power of Morning Routines: Habits, Identity, and Intentional Living

    JAN 21

    The Power of Morning Routines: Habits, Identity, and Intentional Living

    In this episode, Glenn Lundy breaks down how simple morning routines and intentional habits can completely transform your life. Learn why consistency, identity, and investing your time correctly matter more than motivation. Daily habits shape your identity long before motivation shows up. Glenn Lundy shares why simple, repeatable routines create extraordinary results over time. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why morning routines impact mind, body, and spiritThe Morning Five and how small habits compoundWhy habits are easy to skip but powerful to keepHow long it really takes to build a habitThe difference between spending time and investing itUsing technology and AI as tools, not crutches CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro — Welcome & Guest Intro 01:15 The Morning Five Explained 03:07 Why Simple Habits Work 06:03 The 67-Day Habit Rule 11:02 Investing vs Spending Time 19:39 Using AI Intentionally 28:56 Advice to 20-Year-Old Glenn RESOURCES MENTIONED: OptimizingBeyond.comOptimizing Beyond YouTube GUEST: Glenn Lundy — Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker glennlundy.comMorning 5 AppThe Legacy Titles by Glenn Lundy Some of the links shared in this episode may be affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you choose to make a purchase through them, at no additional cost to you. We only recommend resources we personally use or genuinely believe add value.

    33 min
  5. Optimize Through Grief: Habits, Community, and Hope After Loss

    JAN 14

    Optimize Through Grief: Habits, Community, and Hope After Loss

    Grief changes everything—so Josh and Ashley share real lessons from a recent loss and what helped them keep moving forward. Learn practical ways to process emotions, lean on community, and live more intentionally through the waves of grief. Grief isn’t a theory—it’s a road we all walk eventually. Josh and Ashley reflect on a recent, deeply personal loss and share what helped them cope with sorrow, find moments of joy, and live with renewed perspective. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why peer loss “hits different” and what it revealsHow laughter and tears can coexist in healthy griefThe role of faith, hope, and community supportGratitude and emotional processing habits that helpHow loss reshapes priorities: presence, words, forgivenessCHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro — Optimize Through Grief01:40 When Loss Hits Different02:39 Laughter In The Dark07:07 A Life That Gathers07:44 Faith In The Valley09:45 Community That Carries13:13 Gratitude As An Anchor15:18 Let Yourself Feel17:00 Live Like It Matters24:53 Waves, Triggers, HealingRESOURCES MENTIONED: Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@optimizingbeyondShow website: https://www.optimizingbeyond.com

    28 min
  6. Just Start: The Hidden Cost of Waiting

    JAN 7

    Just Start: The Hidden Cost of Waiting

    Starting is the fastest way to get clarity—and waiting costs more than you think. In this episode, Josh shares what finally pushed him to launch and what action taught him about doubt, perfectionism, and momentum. Waiting sometimes even feels responsible, but it’s expensive! Here’s what I learned from delaying the podcast for nearly five years—and why action changed everything! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why “not ready yet” is often just doubt in disguiseThe real cost of waiting (confidence, momentum, and impact)How reps beat perfection every timeA practical way to start when motivation is lowHow action builds self-trust faster than planning CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:02 Intro: The Waiting Trap00:01:14 May 2021: The Pull To Start00:02:53 Doubt, Perfectionism, Fear00:05:32 The Price of Waiting00:09:20 Just Ship It: Reps Win00:11:05 First Post Commitment00:13:20 Learn By Doing00:16:34 Discipline Beats Doubt00:19:44 Advice to Past Me00:23:56 Start Small, Start Now RESOURCES MENTIONED: Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@optimizingbeyond Show website: optimizingbeyond.com

    25 min
  7. Optimizing Personalities: Stop Using Labels and Start Growing

    12/31/2025

    Optimizing Personalities: Stop Using Labels and Start Growing

    Optimizing personalities starts when you use personality insights to grow, not to excuse or attack. Josh and Ashley Negron break down core motivators, strengths vs. limitations, and how to build better connection at home and at work. Optimizing personalities isn’t about boxing people in — it’s about building bridges. In this episode, Josh and Ashley share how to use personality tools to improve communication, conflict, and growth in marriage and the workplace. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How personality tests become a crutch (and how to break that cycle)Why your greatest strength can also become your biggest limitationHow to avoid “weaponizing” labels and assumptionsHow core motivators reshape communication and conflictPractical ways to lead and collaborate better at workCHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro — Optimizing Personalities 01:19 Personality As Growth Tool 03:59 Crutch Vs. Growth 06:29 Strengths That Become Limits 09:38 Don’t Weaponize Labels 14:46 Marriage: Opposites Attract 19:50 Core Motives + Love Languages 27:15 Workplace: Lead By Type 34:52 Communicate With Intention 44:53 Action Step + Free TestsRESOURCES MENTIONED: 16Personalities (Free Test): https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test Color Code Personality Test: https://www.colorcode.com/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@optimizingbeyond Show website: optimizingbeyond.comGUEST: Ashley Negron — Co-host and Josh’s wife

    47 min
  8. Optimize When Life Isn’t Optimal: Margin, Boundaries, and Calm Under Pressure | Ft Eric Dwyer

    12/24/2025

    Optimize When Life Isn’t Optimal: Margin, Boundaries, and Calm Under Pressure | Ft Eric Dwyer

    Optimizing when life isn’t optimal is the real leadership test—when you’re emotionally drained, carrying pressure, and still responsible for people who are watching how you respond. In this episode, Josh sits down with senior pastor Eric Dwyer to talk about leading through chaos without burning yourself (or your team) to the ground. Eric breaks down how to use “low power mode” as a leadership strategy, how to build margin before the crisis hits, and why the answer is often “somewhere in the room” when you stop pretending you have to carry everything alone. They also dig into boundaries, when vulnerability helps vs. when it becomes oversharing, and how community is built over time—often through hard seasons. Takeaways: Identify what to cut first before the storm hitsBuild margin using tools, delegation, and realistic pacingPractice authentic leadership without dumping chaos on othersStrengthen team trust so problems don’t bottleneck at youChoose stability and consistency over short-term hero mode Hosted by Josh Negron, entrepreneur, leader, and serial optimizer. Reflect: Where are you running at 100% with no margin—and what needs to change this week? Subscribe, share, and put one idea into practice today. Leadership in adversity, resilience under pressure, healthy boundaries. Full show notes → OptimizingBeyond.com

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Welcome to Optimizing Beyond, the podcast for people who refuse to settle and are ready to grow, stretch, and challenge their thinking. Hosted by Josh Negron — entrepreneur, leader, and lifelong student of growth — this show explores how to optimize every corner of life: fitness, longevity, leadership, business, psychology, health, nutrition, technology, culture, faith, and more. Every week, Josh shares lessons drawn from years of experimenting, habit stacking, and pushing beyond his own limits. Episodes are designed to leave you with one actionable step to implement right now, and one idea to wrestle with long after the episode ends. Whether you’re chasing one percent improvements or searching for breakthroughs, Optimizing Beyond equips you to move past comfort, embrace growth, and build a life worth living.

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  • Creator
    Josh Negron
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Josh Negron
  • Show Website
    Optimizing Beyond