I Needed That

Today’s show features an interview with Lexi (fatgirlfedup) and her husband, Danny. They have been accountability partners during their journey of transformation. Lexi has lost 312 pounds through healthy habit stacking. Lexi was diagnosed with calciphylaxis and opens with us about this rare disease and how it has affected her life/transformation. Danny talks about the importance of having an accountability partner during transformation and how powerful it is to have someone on the journey alongside you. Also in this episode: Lexi talks about emotional eating and the root of this behavior in her life Chris and Mathew ask Lexi and Danny about their approach to weight loss Mathew and Chris invite Lexi and Danny to play a round of: Name That Tune Mathew and Chris invite Lexi and Danny to play a round of: Would You Rather Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthat  Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Connect with Lexi https://www.instagram.com/fatgirlfedup

Today’s episode features an interview with Quinlan. Chris met Quinlan via Instagram; he has a powerful transformation story. Quinlan walks us through his story and how he worked through a dismissive struggle: trying to gain weight (vs trying to lose weight). Quinlan was very self-conscious regarding how small he was. Quinlan walks us through roadblocks (internal and external) during his journey, supplements, his workout routine, and his nutrition. Quinlan does a wonderful job at reminding us to never take our progress for granted. Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris invite Quinlan to play a round of: Name That Tune Mathew and Chris invite Quinlan Haver to play a round of: Would You Rather Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Connect with Quinlan here: www.instagram.com/pterodactylquin

Today’s show recaps our lululemon10k race! Tune in to find out all of the details! Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org

Today’s show features an interview with Dr. Mary Claire Haver. Dr. Mary Claire Haver is a wife, mom, physician, and entrepreneur who has devoted her adult life to women’s health. As a Board Certified OBGYN in the Houston area, Dr. Haver has delivered thousands of babies, completed thousands of well-woman exams, counseled patients, taught residents, and did everything an academic professor and OBGYN could do. This episode is all about: MENOPAUSE! This is a conversation that needs to be had, both male and female listeners should understand this process. What happens when women go through menopause? Listen and learn during this fabulous episode! Also in this episode: Chris brings questions from his followers to Dr. Haver Dr. Haver explains hormone replacement therapy Dr. Haver expands on how the number on the scale does not fully represent health Mathews ask Dr. Haver: How can men support the women in our lives going through menopause? Mathew and Chris invite Dr. Haver to play a round of: Name That Tune Mathew and Chris invite Dr. Haver to play a round of: Would You Rather Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Connect with Dr. Mary Claire Haver here: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryclaire Resources that were mentioned by Dr. Mary Claire found here: https://www.menopause.org/ https://www.myalloy.com/ https://www.joinmidi.com/ https://maryclairewellness.com/

Today’s show features an interview with Bruce Pitcher. Bruce was one of the contestants of the show: Extreme Weight Loss with Chris as his trainer. Bruce walks us through his timeline, from the moment he joined the show until now. Bruce endured abuse and struggled with depression as well as emotional eating. This interview is vulnerable, raw, and full of emotion. Bruce walks us through how Chris empowered him to become a coach himself. Mathew, Chris, and Mathew connect on fatherhood. Also in this episode: Chris and Mathew talk about their 10k training in preparation for the @lululemon10k happening on November 12th in Scottsdale Mathew and Chris invite Bruce to play a round of: Name That Tune Mathew and Chris invite Bruce to play a round of: Would You Rather Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Connect with Bruce Pitcher here: https://www.instagram.com/brucepitcher Run the lululemon10k with us this November 12th, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Register HERE: https://lululemon10ktour.com/podcast

Today’s show features Chris and Mathew chatting about LIFE! Some of the topics they cover: Mathew turning 50, the show’s shift into TRANSFORMATION themes and topics, addiction and recovery. Also in this episode: Mathew asks Chris: How has your life changed since starting this podcast? Both Chris and Mathew share their answers Mathew and Chris play a round of: Name That Tune Chris shares his battle with opioids in depth Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Run the lululemon10k with us this November 12th, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Register HERE: https://lululemon10ktour.com/podcast

Today’s show features an interview with Professor Marion Nestle. Marion Nestle is Paulette Goddard Professor, of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health, Emerita, at New York University, which she chaired from 1988-2003 and from which she officially retired in September 2017. She is also Visiting Professor of Nutritional Sciences at Cornell. She earned a Ph.D. in molecular biology and an M.P.H. in public health nutrition from the University of California, Berkeley, and has been awarded honorary degrees from Transylvania University in Kentucky and from the City University of New York’s Macaulay Honors College. Marion talks to Chris and Mathew about dieting, portion sizes, snacking, and food politics. Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris play a round of: Name That Tune Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Run the lululemon10k with us this November 12th, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Register HERE: https://lululemon10ktour.com/podcast Connect with Marion Nestle here: https://www.foodpolitics.com/ & https://www.instagram.com/marionnestle

**Trigger Warning: Suicide is discussed in this episode Today’s show features an interview with Baj. Baj shares his powerful transformation story with us. Baj started his journey at 14 years old. Baj has gone from weighing almost 300 pounds to becoming a leader and an inspiration to the health and fitness community. Mathew asks Baj his relationship with the word: fat. Baj shares how self-compassion has been instrumental to his transformation – you can’t be a bully to yourself and make progress. Baj openly shares the loss of his brother and how it affected him. Baj talks about his suicide attempt. Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris invite Baj to play a round of: Name That Tune Chris asks Baj about his nutrition regime Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Run the lululemon10k with us this November 12th, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Register HERE! Connect with Baj here: https://www.instagram.com/largebaj/ If you need mental health assistance immediately, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline #988. HELP IS AVAILABLE.

BONUS EPISODE! Today's show features a LIVE recording of the I Needed That Podcast at the lululemon store in Scottsdale's Fashion Square Mall. We partnered with lululemon to promote and chat about the upcoming #lululemon10k - happening in Scottsdale on November 12th. We set up our recording studio at lululemon and it was so much fun!  Mathew and Chris interview Stephen J. Baines, Founder & CEO Fulfillment In Training (F.I.T.), Jason Harris, current lululemon ambassador and Rachel Paul (she comes back with an update on her transformation!) Chris and Mathew talk about training for a 10k!  Chris and Mathew play a round of: Name That Tune with their guests Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast  Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Run the lululemon10k with us this November 12th, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Register HERE!  

Today’s show features an interview with Brianna. Brianna is an online personal trainer, nutrition coach and accountability mentor. Brianna has an empowering and inspiring transformation story. To Brianna, falling in love with the process has been essential to staying on the path of transformation. During the conversation she has with Chris and Mathew, she walks us through her journey and inspires us with her vulnerability and authenticity. Mathew asks Brianna if she experienced any mom-guilt when she started putting herself first. Brianna shares how this transformation is more than just weight loss, it’s a lifestyle change. Chris and Brianna touch on divorce and co-parenting. Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris invite Brianna to play a round of: Name That Tune Mathew shares how it’s going with his 10k training for next month’s #lululemon10k Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast  Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Run the lululemon10k with us this November 12th, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Register HERE! Connect with Brianna here: https://briannabernardfitness.com/ https//Instagram.com/briannabernardfitness/

Today’s show features an interview with Bishoi. Bishoi describes himself as: “just a regular dude who spent the last 2 years working on his health and lost over 160 pounds, 120 of which was in a year.” He started at just over 350 lbs and he is currently sitting at 187 lbs at 10.9% body fat. Bishoi has achieved things he couldn't even imagine were possible and he knows he is just starting to scratch the surface. Get ready to listen to a powerful and inspiring transformation story. Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris invite Bishoi to play a round of: Name That Tune A debrief on transformation after the chat with Bishoi Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Connect with Bishoi here: www.instagram.com/bishoikhella Run the lululemon10k with us this November 12th, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Register HERE!

Today’s show features an interview with Nicole Vignola. Nicole Vignola is a neuroscientist, corporate consultant, author and speaker committed to making neuroscience tangible for the masses. Nicole works with organizations and individuals to teach them how to better understand their unique physiology, providing them with practical tools and science-backed methods to improve their mental health, optimize reflexes and reach peak mental performance, enhancing their daily lives and careers. The conversation between Chris, Mathew and Nicole is super insightful and inspiring. We can all change our minds, we can all rewire our brain. Chris asks Nicole her thoughts on starting new habits. Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris invite Nicole to play a round of: Name That Tune Did you know that Chris was the first Lululemon ambassador in AZ? See you on Saturday September 30th for a live recording of the INT Podcast at the Lululemon of the Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall. Recording starts at 10am! Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthat/podcast  Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Connect with Nicole Vignola HERE Run the lululemon 10k with us this upcoming Nov 12! Register HERE

Today’s show features Chris and Mathew talking about a few fun things. Want to know what types of job Chris and Mathew have had over the years? Tune in and be amazed by the variety of things they’ve done! What is the craziest job you have had? Let us know so we can share in our social platforms! Chris and Mathew share amazing stories on this episode. Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris play a round of: Name That Tune Mathew asks Chris if he has any Hollywood stories Chris talks about the time his date left him for a Backstreet Boy Chris does a deep dive on creating a home gym on a budget Did you know that we go LIVE on Facebook and Instagram every Monday? Tune in whenever you can! We love engaging with you, our audience! Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org

Today’s show features Chris and Mathew talking about a few things, ranging from dogs to yardwork to hockey to supplements. Chris talks about the time he did mushrooms. Mathew misses coffee. Chris and Mathew share a few fatherhood stories. Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris play a round of: Name That Tune Chris asks Mathew what it’s like to work with teenage boys Chris does a deep dive on protein Did you know that we go LIVE on Facebook and Instagram every Monday? Tune in whenever you can! We love engaging with you, our audience! Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthat/podcast  Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org

Today’s show features an interview with therapist, Chrissy Powers. Chrissy is a trauma informed therapist, embodiment coach, business therapist, mother, part time blogger, podcast host and speaker. Chrissy has found her passion by working with others. She helps clients heal from trauma, find their most authentic self, decrease the symptoms that keep them from loving life and teach them how to live in their bodies. Chrissy talks about reparenting, and reconstructing how we see ourselves and the identities that we have created as we grow up. Mathew, Chris, and Chrissy talk about the importance of healing our <inner child>. Mathew invites Chrissy to talk about boundaries. Chrissy talks about the importance of self-compassion. Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris invite Chrissy to play a round of: Name That Tune A deep dive on back to school lunches Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthat/podcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Connect with Chrissy here: http://www.instagram.com/chrissyjpowers

Today’s show features an interview with Mehrbod Mohammadi. Mehrbod was on Season 3 of: Extreme Weight Loss with Chris as his coach. Mehrbod is from Iran, he shares his personal journey with us as well as his transformation story. Mehrbod touches on the difference of perspective that he has as an immigrant living in the United States. Mathew asks Mehrbod what the most challenging moments of being on the show were. Chris shares that there are many things we would have done differently if he could do the show again. Mehrbod talks about living in scarcity and how that impacted his overall health. Mathew asks Mehrbod: What works for you NOW? What tools do you use? Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris play a round of: Name That Tune Mathew talks about a grief retreat that he is putting together Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org

**This episode was recorded before the fires in Maui occurred Today’s show features an interview with Alexi Pappas. Alexi is a Greek-American runner, filmmaker, actor, and writer. Pappas was an NCAA All-American athlete at both Dartmouth College and the University of Oregon. She represented Greece at the 2016 Summer Olympics and she is releasing a new book, THIS WEEK! Alexi talks about her running career, her mental health and her new book. This conversation is full of vulnerability and awareness. Thank you Alexi for coming on to the show! Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris invite Alexi to play a round of: Name That Tune Mathew asks Chris about his recent trip to Hawaii re: M1M Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org Connect with Alexi here: https://www.alexipappas.com/ https://www.instagram.com/alexipappas/

Today’s show features a fun chat between Chris and Mathew. They talk about tipping, only fans and origins of common phrases. Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris play a round of: Name That Tune Mathew introduces a segment of: Your Next Move Chris talks about injuries he has had and how we can work around injuries Chris does a deep dive on: Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs A snippet of next week’s interview with Alexi Pappas Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org

Today’s show is an episode that was streamed LIVE via our YOUTUBE channel! Chris and Mathew chat about multiple topics including: self defense, driving, road rage and fitness industry trend (biohacking, keto diet, veganism, fasting, etc). Also in this episode: Mathew and Chris play a round of: Name That Tune Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org

Today’s show features another solo episode between Chris and Mathew. Enjoy this chat between them where they discuss the weather, a vulnerable follow-up on Chris’ overwhelm and our responses to past trauma. How can therapy help you with the patterns that your trauma creates. Also in this episode: Red flags in relationships Mathew and Chris play Would You Rather A deep-dive on lottery syndrome and the parallel to transformation journeys Go to https://betterhelp.com/ineededthat for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Try Neurogum over at: https://tryneurogum.com/ineededthat #sponsored Thanks for checking out our podcast and please don’t forget to follow along on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ineededthatpodcast Connect with Chris Powell, get links to his new app (coming soon) as well as products & speaking info at www.ChrisPowell.com Connect with Mathew Blades, and bring him into speak at www.learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com Bring movement to your company or school with Move 1 Million www.m1m.org