• The 5 Tenets of Self-Leadership Every Fit, Healthy Leader Must Master
    Dec 8 2025

    Do you ever feel like you're doing "all the right things" in your fitness, tracking the macros, hitting the workouts, following the plan... yet you still can't stay consistent?

    Are you tired of feeling stuck, unmotivated, or frustrated that your effort isn't translating into the results or momentum you want?

    In today's episode, we're breaking down the real issue most high achievers overlook: the way they lead themselves. Not their diet. Not their training. Their self-leadership.

    You'll learn the 5 CORE Tenets of Self-Leadership that help you show up with more…
    ✨ OWNERSHIP
    ✨ ENERGY
    ✨ FOCUS
    ✨ DISCIPLINE
    ✨ MOMENTUM
    …so you can finally lead yourself the same way you lead others.

    We'll explore why people follow your example—not your words—how to shift from PUSH motivation to PULL motivation, how to attack your problems with energy instead of tolerating them, and how small wins create massive identity shifts.

    Tune in to learn how elevating your self-leadership is the fastest way to transform your body, your mindset, and your ability to truly Conquer the Day. 💥

    ⭐ 5 Highlights for This Episode

    • Why most people fail in fitness has nothing to do with macros or workouts, and everything to do with self-leadership.
    • The 5 CORE Tenets of Self-Leadership and how each one creates better consistency, energy, and follow-through.
    • The difference between PUSH motivation and PULL motivation, and why only one creates lasting change.
    • How leaders attack their problems with energy instead of tolerating or identifying with them.
    • Why celebrating small wins rewires your identity and becomes the foundation of long-term momentum.

    RESOURCES + LINKS:

    Join our free Facebook Group, Energy Secrets for Business Owners and Professionals, for more content, live coaching, and a kick ass community HERE: https://fitnessproject.kartra.com/page/energysecrets

    WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

    -- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

    Check out our client transformations:

    https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

    Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

    @conquerthedaypodcast

    Connect with Lindsey Pickowicz

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    13 mins
  • Recovery Is a Requirement, Not a Reward: The High-Performer's Missing Skill
    Nov 26 2025

    Do you ever push yourself to perform at your highest level, only to end up exhausted, foggy, or frustrated with your lack of progress?

    Are you tired of feeling like the more you do… the less energy and focus you actually have?

    In today's episode, we're unpacking the hidden key most high achievers ignore: recovery as a requirement... not a reward.

    You'll learn how to recharge your mind and body through intentional, performance-driven recovery so you can stay...
    ✨ FOCUSED
    ✨ ENERGIZED
    ✨ RESILIENT
    …without constantly crashing or burning out.

    We'll break down the difference between healthy stress and chronic stress, reveal how your nervous system impacts energy and decision-making, and show you how to restore properly so your hard work finally pays off.

    Tune in to discover how mastering recovery may be the most powerful leadership skill you ever build, and how it can help you truly Conquer the Day! 💥

    Highlights
    Why most high performers treat rest like a reward instead of a requirement.
    • The difference between healthy stress and chronic stress, and how each impacts your brain and body.
    • How unproductive coping habits (scrolling, snacking, numbing) masquerade as "rest."
    • The three dimensions of recovery: physical, mental, and emotional, and how to balance them daily.
    • Practical recovery rituals that replenish energy, boost focus, and elevate long-term performance.

    RESOURCES + LINKS:

    Join our free Facebook Group, Energy Secrets for Business Owners and Professionals, for more content, live coaching, and a kick ass community HERE: https://fitnessproject.kartra.com/page/energysecrets

    WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

    -- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

    Check out our client transformations:

    https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

    Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

    @conquerthedaypodcast

    Connect with Lindsey Pickowicz

    Instagram | @lindseypickowicz

    Facebook | @lindseykatepickowicz

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    43 mins
  • The Holiday Freedom Framework: How to Stay Fit, Stress-Free, and Fulfilled This Season
    Nov 13 2025

    Do the holidays leave you feeling stressed, off-track, and guilty for putting your health on the back burner?

    Are you tired of choosing between strict restriction or complete indulgence every time the season rolls around?

    In today's episode, we're sharing The Holiday Freedom Framework, a simple, 5-step game plan to help you stay... ✨ HEALTHY ✨ ENERGIZED ✨ BALANCED ...through the holidays without missing out on what matters most.

    You'll learn how to reduce stress before it hits, reset your goals with intention, and create an operating system that fits your lifestyle... not the other way around.

    We'll also show you how to enjoy your favorite foods, stay active with ease, and step into 2026 with momentum instead of regret.

    Tune in to discover how to make this the year you finally break free from the all-or-nothing holiday cycle and Conquer the Season!

    RESOURCES + LINKS:

    Join our free Facebook Group, Energy Secrets for Business Owners and Professionals, for more content, live coaching, and a kick ass community HERE: https://fitnessproject.kartra.com/page/energysecrets

    WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

    -- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

    Check out our client transformations:

    https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

    Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

    @conquerthedaypodcast

    Connect with Lindsey Pickowicz

    Instagram | @lindseypickowicz

    Facebook | @lindseykatepickowicz

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    19 mins
  • The 5 Steps to Changing Any Habit.. Even When Motivation Fails
    Nov 6 2025

    Do you ever feel like you know exactly what to do to change, but still can't seem to follow through?

    In this week's episode of Conquer the Day, Brian breaks down the five key steps that create real, lasting transformation... starting with awareness and ending with conditioning the identity you want to embody.

    You'll learn how to...
    ✨ Shift from relying on motivation to building unshakable momentum
    ✨ Break old patterns & celebrate small wins
    ✨ Rewire your habits at the deepest level so they actually stick
    ✨ Change your behavior & transform into the person you were always meant to be

    Highlights
    ✅ Why most people don't fail because of strategy... but because of psychology and belief.
    ✅ The 5-step framework for creating lasting change: Awareness, Intention, Action, Celebration/Adjustment, and Conditioning.
    ✅ How to use awareness and curiosity to break free from habits that no longer serve you.
    ✅ The power of small actions and "keystone habits" to create long-term transformation.
    ✅ How to celebrate progress, rewire your identity, and become the person who naturally follows through.

    RESOURCES + LINKS:

    Join our free Facebook Group, Energy Secrets for Business Owners and Professionals, for more content, live coaching, and a kick ass community HERE: https://fitnessproject.kartra.com/page/energysecrets

    WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

    -- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

    Check out our client transformations:

    https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

    Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

    @conquerthedaypodcast

    Connect with Lindsey Pickowicz

    Instagram | @lindseypickowicz

    Facebook | @lindseykatepickowicz

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    21 mins
  • How to Stop Quitting on Yourself… The Secret to Real Integrity
    Oct 29 2025

    Do you ever feel like you're constantly breaking promises to yourself?

    You set big goals, start strong, and then somehow fall off track... again.

    In today's episode, we're unpacking the truth about why you keep quitting on yourself and how to rebuild the self-trust you need to stay consistent. Brian and Lindsey share the 3-step "Integrity Code" that will help you follow through on your commitments, even when motivation fades.

    You'll learn how to strengthen your word with yourself, recover quickly after slip-ups, and build the kind of integrity that leads to lasting success.

    Tune in to learn how to stop breaking promises to yourself and finally follow through on the goals that matter most.

    Highlights

    • Why high-achievers often break promises to themselves (and how to stop the cycle).

    • The difference between motivation and integrity, and why integrity always wins.

    • The 3-step "Integrity Code" to follow through on your commitments.

    • How to rebuild self-trust after you've let yourself down.

    • The mindset shift that turns consistency into a reflection of your character, not your willpower.

    RESOURCES + LINKS:

    Join our free Facebook Group, Energy Secrets for Business Owners and Professionals, for more content, live coaching, and a kick ass community HERE: https://fitnessproject.kartra.com/page/energysecrets

    WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

    -- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

    Check out our client transformations:

    https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

    Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

    @conquerthedaypodcast

    Connect with Lindsey Pickowicz

    Instagram | @lindseypickowicz

    Facebook | @lindseykatepickowicz

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    13 mins
  • Why YOUR Mental and Physical Fitness Is the Key to Unlocking Your Business's Full Potential with TFP Client and Gig Harbor Self-Defense Owner, Theresa Norris
    Oct 22 2025

    Do you ever feel like you're doing everything for everyone else, but running on empty yourself?

    In this week's episode, Brian and Lindsey sit down with Theresa Norris, a mom of three and business owner who went from total burnout to unstoppable momentum after finally deciding to put herself first. ✨

    Theresa's transformation is nothing short of inspiring...
    ✅ She's down 15 pounds
    ✅ Her energy is through the roof
    ✅ Her confidence has completely skyrocketed

    But more than that, the ripple effect has touched every part of her life.. her family, her business, and her mindset.

    Tune in to hear how one powerful decision to lead herself first helped Theresa turn exhaustion into empowerment, and how you can do the same.

    Highlights

    • What it really looks like to go from burnout → breakthrough.

    • How putting yourself first can transform your health, family, and business.

    • The mindset shifts that helped Theresa rebuild her energy and confidence.

    • Why waiting for the "perfect time" is the biggest thing holding you back.

    • The ripple effect that happens when you decide to lead yourself first.

    RESOURCES + LINKS:

    Join our free Facebook Group, Energy Secrets for Business Owners and Professionals, for more content, live coaching, and a kick ass community HERE: https://fitnessproject.kartra.com/page/energysecrets

    WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

    -- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

    Check out our client transformations:

    https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

    Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

    @conquerthedaypodcast

    Connect with Lindsey Pickowicz

    Instagram | @lindseypickowicz

    Facebook | @lindseykatepickowicz

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    31 mins
  • Half Marathon for Fun? How to Make Fitness Something You Love Again
    Oct 15 2025

    Have you ever felt like fitness became more of a chore than something you actually enjoy?

    In this week's episode, Brian and Lindsey share how signing up for a half marathon just for fun helped them rediscover the joy in movement and the purpose behind their workouts.

    You'll learn about:
    ✨ What training has looked like alongside running a business and daily life
    ✨ The humbling and hilarious moments along the way
    ✨ The mindset shifts that made fitness feel exciting again
    ✨ How to reconnect with your body, make your workouts more fulfilling, and bring adventure back into your fitness routine.

    Tune in to learn how to fall back in love with fitness.. and remind yourself why you started in the first place!

    RESOURCES + LINKS:

    Join our free Facebook Group, Energy Secrets for Business Owners and Professionals, for more content, live coaching, and a kick ass community HERE: https://fitnessproject.kartra.com/page/energysecrets

    WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

    -- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

    Check out our client transformations:

    https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

    Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

    @conquerthedaypodcast

    Connect with Lindsey Pickowicz

    Instagram | @lindseypickowicz

    Facebook | @lindseykatepickowicz

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    37 mins
  • Because I Said I Would: How Wendy's Promise to Herself Led to a 100-Pound Transformation
    Oct 10 2025

    Do you ever wonder what would happen if you actually kept your word to yourself, consistently, long enough to change your life?

    In today's episode, we sit down with Windy, one of Brian's first clients, who turned a simple promise, "because I said I would," into a seven-year journey and a 100-pound transformation.

    You'll hear how she took her first steps, navigated plateaus and social pressure, and rebuilt her identity by prioritizing her health without perfection.

    We'll unpack the habits that stuck (like daily movement and food logging), the mindset shifts that made the difference, and the ripple effect on confidence, career, and relationships.

    If you've been craving proof that small, steady follow-through can change everything, this story is your blueprint.

    In this episode, you'll learn:
    ✨ What it truly means to keep your word to yourself and follow through on a personal promise.
    ✨ How Wendy's 100-pound transformation began with a single decision to change, and the habits that made it last.
    ✨ About navigating social pressure, setbacks, and self-doubt while staying committed to your goals.
    ✨ The mindset shift that helped her rebuild confidence, purpose, and self-respect through consistency.
    ✨ Why prioritizing yourself isn't selfish.. and how that choice can positively impact every area of your life.

    RESOURCES + LINKS:

    Join our free Facebook Group, Energy Secrets for Business Owners and Professionals, for more content, live coaching, and a kick ass community HERE: https://fitnessproject.kartra.com/page/energysecrets

    WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life?

    -- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/

    Check out our client transformations:

    https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/

    Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway

    @conquerthedaypodcast

    Connect with Lindsey Pickowicz

    Instagram | @lindseypickowicz

    Facebook | @lindseykatepickowicz

    Connect with Brian Pickowicz

    Instagram | @brianpickowicz

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    38 mins