The Rebuild
The Rebuild with Dillon Phaneuf
At some point, we all have to rebuild.
Sometimes it’s after everything falls apart, loss, failure, identity collapse.
Sometimes, life is good on paper, but something’s still missing. Either way, the work is the same: look inward, take ownership, and start again, brick by brick.
This show is about that process.
I’ve been coaching full-time for nearly 15 years. I’ve walked people through physical transformation, emotional healing, relapse, addiction, growth, success, and pain that doesn’t show up in check-ins. And right now, I’m walking through my rebuild.
This podcast is where I bring the rawness of that to the surface. You’ll hear conversations with people building something real, solo episodes where I process what I’m learning in real time, and moments that hopefully remind you you’re not alone.
Whether you’re at your best and want to go higher or on the bathroom floor trying to figure out what’s next, this space is for you.
Because even when it feels like checkmate, there’s always a better move.
The Rebuild
Episode 8 - Inside the Minds and Bodies of Elite Athletes
In this eye-opening episode, Coach Dillon and Coach Braeden takes us behind the scenes of high-performance coaching, sharing hard-earned lessons from his decade of working with IFBB pros and elite athletes. From navigating the mental struggles of competitors to debunking common misconceptions about drug protocols, Braeden pulls no punches in exposing the realities of the fitness industry. Whether you’re a coach, an aspiring athlete, or someone passionate about personal growth, this episode delivers invaluable insights into the discipline, strategy, and mindset required to succeed at the highest level.
Coaching elite Athletes is not all glamour: it’s a mix of relentless effort, scientific strategy, and constant learning.
Mindset Is Key: Mental resilience often separates good athletes from great ones.
Science Meets Strategy: Drug protocols, peak conditioning, and balancing short-term goals with long-term health require precision and experience.
Evolving as a Coach: Braeden shares pivotal lessons learned over a decade, including how social media and changing expectations have shaped his philosophy.
Quotes from the Episode:
- “Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.” – Jim Rohn
- “Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution.” – Aristotle