
FORGE - Fitness, Nutrition, Habit
The Forge Podcast is where science, controversial opinions, and expert guests meet to clear the clutter. Hosted by Michael S. Parker, a wellness professional with over two decades of experience, the author of “The 90 Day Habit Transformation” and founder of Forge Fitness and Nutrition Coaching, one of the top-ranked online coaching companies. This show dives into fitness, nutrition, habit change, and the cultural chaos around wellness. Hard-hitting, honest, and entertaining, it’s your dose of truth in a world full of fads. Remake Yourself with Forge.
Episodes
12 episodes
E11 - Move Well, Live Strong: Mobility, Mindset, and Longevity – With Rex Owens
SummaryIn this episode, host Michael S. Parker interviews fitness veteran Rex Owens, who shares insights from his extensive experience in the fitness industry. The conversation covers the critical role of mobility in healthy ag...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:30:30

E10 - Fitness Education: The Information Overload in the Wellness Industry with John Bauer
Instagram: @John__bauer (double underscore) Lionel University: global.lionel.edu Course: Lionel University Certified Personal Trainer (CPT). Normally $999, but us...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:18:29

E9 - Winning, Healing, and Redefining Strength with Chrissy Zmijewski
Summary In this episode of the Forge podcast, Michael S. Parker engages in a deep conversation with Chrissy Zmijewski, a world natural bodybuilding champion. They explore Chrissy's journey from being a competit...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:12:29

E8 - Turning Shame into Strength - The Shift That Can Change Your Life
In this episode, Michael S. Parker delves into the complex emotion of shame, particularly as it relates to fitness, nutrition, and personal habits. He discusses the distinction between shame and guilt, the historical context of shame, and...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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38:27

E7 - Michael Easily Debunks the Top 10 Excuses People Make to Avoid Exercise – And How to Overcome Them
Summary In this episode of the Forge Fitness, Nutrition and Habit podcast, host Michael S. Parker discusses the critical importance of exercise for overall wellbeing and addresses common excuses people make for not exercising...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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58:18

E6 - Overcoming Injuries, Recovery Methods, and Mindset to Maintain Momentum
SummaryIn this episode, Michael S. Parker and Tate Odell discuss the often-overlooked topic of injury recovery in the fitness industry. They explore the mindset required to navigate injuries, the gaps in fitness education regardin...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:08:29

E5 - The Intersection of Aging, Fitness, Nutrition, and The Reality of Neurodegenerative Disease
Summary In this episode, Michael S. Parker and Milly Nuñez discuss the intersection of functional fitness, aging, and neurodegenerative diseases, focusing on how personal training can adapt to the needs of individuals facing ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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56:29

E4 - Stronger Hearts A Conversation About Recovery Prevention and Maintenance
In this episode, Michael S. Parker and Cameron Lemieux, a clinical physiologist and expert in cardiac rehabilitation, discuss the importance of cardiovascular health. The conversation covers various aspects of heart health, including reco...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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59:38

E3 - Train Like an Athlete, Even If You’re Not One with Samantha Ostarello
Summary In this episode, Michael S. Parker and former professional athlete, Samantha Ostarello discuss the journey from being a professional athlete to becoming a sought after wellness coach. They explore the importance of tra...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:00:35

E2 - Breaking Free from Addiction with Dr. Robb Kelly
EPISODE 002 - In this episode of the FORGE podcast, host Michael S. Parker engages with Dr. Robb Kelly, a renowned addiction expert, to explore the complexities of food addiction and its roots in childhood trauma. They discuss the societ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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1:31:24

E1-Part 2- Fads, Myths and the General Nonsense of Social Media in the Fitness and Nutrition Matrix
The continuation and conclusion of Episode One! In this second and final part to the FORGE fitness, nutrition, and habit podcast inaugural episode, Sarah Mawbey and Michael S. Parker continue their conversation. Michael and Sarah discuss the co...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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58:17

E1- Part 1 - Fads, Myths and the General Nonsense of Social Media in the Fitness and Nutrition Matrix.
In the inaugural episode of the Forge Fitness, Nutrition, and Habit podcast, host Michael S. Parker and co-host Sarah Mawbey explore the complexities of wellness, fitness, and nutrition. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding success in fi...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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1:17:44
