The Kak Performance app launches today, offering a comprehensive solution to the five biggest fitness struggles people face: time, information overload, accountability, nutrition, and mindset/habits tracking. After years of development, this pl...

Lazaro Montoto, owner of Tropical Grill with 15 locations across South Carolina, shares his remarkable journey from washing dishes at age 14 to building a restaurant empire while prioritizing faith, family, and health.• Starting as a di...

Justin Shoemaker shares his journey from military service and executive protection to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the water treatment industry, highlighting how he scaled a solar company from $600,000 to $25 million in revenue within ...

Chris Kakouras explores the powerful intersection of business and fitness mindsets, revealing how the same traits that drive professional success can transform your physical health when properly applied.• Five key pillars connect busine...

Chris explores the critical balance of maintaining personal health while raising children by implementing effective systems and morning routines that benefit both parents and kids.• Parents often prepare everything for their children wh...

Throwback episodeWe need to reframe the concept of "off-season" into "progression season" because personal development and growth should never stop. • Progression season means continually improving in all areas: health, ...

In this compelling conversation, we explore TJ Mersman's journey from troubled youth to first-place bodybuilding competitor at age 40, guided by Kak Performance success coach Ranzino Valentine.• TJ shares his background, including being...

Time management is the gateway to health success, and mastering it helps you navigate life's storms without sacrificing your wellbeing.• Eliminate and delegate tasks to free up time instead of adding more to your plate• Create a bas...

Have you ever wondered why some people seem stuck in the same patterns while others continuously evolve? The answer often lies not in what you're doing, but who you're doing it with.In this candid conversation, I share recent encounters...

Ever felt like you were drowning in stress, unable to see a way forward? You're not alone.In this deeply personal episode, I pull back the curtain on one of the most challenging seasons of my life. From losing my father to cancer and ha...

Strength isn't just measured in pounds on a barbell—it's forged through dedication, self-discovery, and the willingness to evolve. In this riveting conversation, host Chris Kakouras welcomes powerlifting phenom Brandon Jones, whose journey from...

At just 22 years old, AJ Brault created Carolina Iron Gym, a bodybuilding paradise in Greenville, South Carolina, with equipment worth more than all other local gyms combined. This passionate young entrepreneur shares his journey from flipping ...

Jeremy Holbrooks shares his journey from mowing lawns as a teenager to building Holbrook Outdoor Solutions, a successful grading and land clearing company, while balancing family life and personal growth. His evolution as an entrepreneur demons...

Transformation isn't just about shedding pounds – it's about completely reimagining your life. Karley Jones, once a self-described "trash bag" who smoked a pack of cigarettes daily and drank excessively, now owns the #1 Clean Eats location amon...

Ever wondered why some people transform their physiques while others stay stuck despite their best efforts? This episode with professional bodybuilder and coach Austin Hodges unlocks the secrets that separate successful fitness journeys from fr...

Ever wonder why some people seem stuck in a cycle of mediocrity while others continuously level up? The answer might surprise you.In this illuminating episode, I share a fascinating experiment where I asked ChatGPT to act as someone wit...

Raw, vulnerable, and ultimately uplifting, this episode emerges from the deepest kind of personal transformation. After losing my father to stage four lung cancer, I share how this profound experience has reshaped my understanding of family leg...

Bailey Cisson's transformation story will stop you in your tracks. At 220 pounds and just 5'3", she'd reached a point where walking through Target left her winded and parking spot hunting became an Olympic sport. Fast forward to today, and she'...

Coach Chris Kakouras breaks down the critical yet often misunderstood concepts of calories and macronutrients, explaining why they matter for successful weight loss and how to track them effectively.• Understanding calories as a financi...

Chris shares deeply personal stories about his parents' cancer diagnoses and brings important perspective on health priorities even in the face of serious illness. His honest conversation about his mother prioritizing work over health despite h...

Chris Kakouras challenges you to examine the real reasons behind your inability to achieve your goals. Forget the typical excuses of time and motivation; it's time to get serious about personal growth.• Addressing the importance of heal...

Ever wondered why chasing instant results might be the biggest obstacle to your long-term success? Discover the evolution of "Unmasking Greatness" as Chris Kakouras share his journey from a spontaneous idea to a full-fledged production studio a...

The episode emphasizes the importance of five key habits for achieving personal and professional success: controlling emotions, developing patience, getting comfortable with discomfort, being okay with being the exception, and doing what you sa...

This episode delves into the essential principle that success relies more on the inputs we control rather than solely on the outcomes we desire. Chris Kakouras shares personal stories from his journey in fitness and skateboarding to emphasize t...

Unlock the true power of cortisol and boost your health and performance with our latest episode of Unmasking Greatness. Have you ever wondered how the stress hormone—often painted as the villain—could actually be your ally in achieving your fit...