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How we lost over 140 pounds and Kept it off!

In this episode of the Mindful Muscle podcast, hosts Gio and Jodi discuss their significant weight loss journeys, totaling over 140 pounds combined, and how they have successfully maintained their healthier weights. They delve into the importance of community support, illustrating this through their involvement with the FITBOD and F5 Challenge communities. These groups provide encouragement and understanding, essential for sustained success in fitness and weight management.

Gio and Jodi share their personal stories, highlighting key moments and achievements, such as Gio noticing his weight gain at a pool and deciding to take action, and Jodi reaching the ability to deadlift her heaviest body weight. They address common excuses and mental barriers people face when starting their fitness journeys and offer advice on overcoming these obstacles through discipline and a supportive community.

The episode emphasizes the importance of sustainable habits over quick fixes, encouraging a balanced approach to nutrition and exercise that can be maintained long-term. They also touch on the significance of fitness at any age and for all family members, showcasing their commitment to spreading this inclusive message.

Towards the end, Roly from F5 Challenge joins to discuss upcoming events and the broader mission of creating connections and memorable experiences through fitness challenges. The conversation underscores the universal benefits of fitness, its impact on mental health, and its role in fostering stronger, more supportive communities.

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Gio Marin

Gio is a fitness enthusiast and dedicated weightlifter, passionately committed to a plant-based lifestyle. He challenges the norms of physical health and strength training with his rigorous six-day-a-week gym regimen. As a co-host of the Mindful Muscle Podcast, Gio explores and shares innovative fitness strategies, nutrition tips, and personal growth tactics aimed at enhancing physical well-being and athletic performance. His goal is to inspire others to achieve their fitness objectives through resilience and disciplined living.
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Jodi Dolo

Jodi is a dedicated advocate for healthy living, having conquered a health scare and losing about 90 pounds. She's committed to inspiring and helping others in reaching their goals. Recently certified as a nutritionist and personal trainer, Jodi aims to blend her passion for sustainable nutrition and weightlifting with a priority on mindset to foster enduring health transformations. Her down-to-earth approach and motivating journey form the core of her coaching philosophy, showcased on the Mindful Muscle Podcast, where she provides practical guidance on fitness, nutrition, and personal growth.