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064 → TIM PARK ↗ training for special forces & building a healthy life
Tim Park is a fitness professional with a decade of experience training everyone from C-Suite Execs, celebrities to moms and retirees. He's dedicated to helping clients achieve their health and performance goals. A graduate of Stony Brook University majoring in Philosophy, Tim grew up in Kansas and spent two years as a Physical Therapy Aide, further solidifying his understanding of movement and recovery.
In this conversation, Tim shares his daily routines, including his morning rituals and the importance of setting daily goals. He discusses his approach to supplementation and nutrition, emphasizing the need for whole foods. Tim reveals his aspirations to join the military and the rigorous training he is undergoing to prepare for special forces. He highlights the significance of mindset in fitness, the challenges of running, and the importance of accountability and managing expectations.
00:00 Morning Routines and Daily Goals
06:58 Pursuing Military Aspirations
16:41 Overcoming Mental Barriers
25:50 Finding the Right Path
31:24 Strength Training Strategies
36:29 General Physical Preparedness
47:24 Accountability and Expectations
53:03 The Role of Sports in Personal Development
59:19 Injury Recovery and the Importance of Physical Therapy
01:05:44 Investing in Recovery: Tools and Techniques
01:11:27 Confronting Denial: The Journey to Self-Awareness
01:16:39 Nutrition Fundamentals: Calories In vs. Calories Out
01:22:39 The Importance of Mindful Eating and Cravings
01:27:53 Refeeding and Sustainable Weight Loss Strategies
01:36:03 The Importance of Sleep in Health
01:41:28 The Science of Weight Loss: Calories In vs. Calories Out
01:51:00 The Future of Wearable Technology
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