The Nick Bare Podcast

The Nick Bare Podcast, hosted by Nick Bare.

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148: The Mindset It Takes to Persevere Through Suffering | Dylan Mandell

148: The Mindset It Takes to Persevere Through Suffering | Dylan Mandell

Today I sit down with 22-year-old Dylan Mandell, who is walking through his fourth cancer diagnosis with unshakable faith in Jesus. We talk trials, daily prayer, Scripture, surrender, and the strength of family as Dylan shares why he believes his healing was already paid for on the cross in full.


CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction

06:13 Facing Cancer with Faith

11:27 Dylan's Journey: From Diagnosis to Faith

15:24 The Role of Family and Upbringing

31:22 The Importance of Discipline and Preparation

41:41 Choosing Pain Over Medication

44:31 Miraculous Recovery

45:09 Keeping the Fire of Faith Alive

49:50 The Potter and the Clay: Embracing Suffering

57:48 The Power of Words and Discipline

01:06:38 Living with Integrity and Faith

01:10:31 Finding Peace in Faith

01:18:56 Trusting God's Plan

01:22:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


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147: Top 5 Most Valuable Fitness Tips to Thrive

147: Top 5 Most Valuable Fitness Tips to Thrive

In this episode, I'm covering five crucial lessons I've learned from over 20 years of my fitness journey. I outline the importance of combining strength and cardiovascular training, the differences between fueling for aesthetics versus performance, the necessity of balancing hard and sustainable training seasons, and the perils of overtraining. 


CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction

00:41 My Fitness Journey: From High School to Now

02:55 Current Focus: Ironman Arizona Prep

04:29 Five Key Lessons from My Fitness Journey

06:25 Strength and Cardiovascular Training: A Balanced Approach

08:31 High Rocks Training: The Perfect Balance

12:34 Bodybuilding Prep: The Challenges and Learnings

14:36 Marathon and Ironman Training Insights

23:57 Post-Ironman Training Plans

29:41 Fueling for Performance vs. Aesthetics

37:09 Introduction to Bodybuilding Nutrition and CrossFit Performance

39:40 The Role of Food as Fuel

42:58 Balancing Hard and Sustainable Seasons

55:29 The Importance of Doing Less

01:06:12 Redefining Progress Beyond PRs


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146: The Bare Family Testimony

146: The Bare Family Testimony

Today, Stef joins me to talk openly about how our faith has changed everything — our marriage, how we parent, how we see purpose. Stef walks through her journey from growing up Catholic to pursuing a real relationship with Jesus. I share the moment I got saved and how that forced me to realign priorities, identity, and how I lead at home. 


CHAPTERS:

00:00 Welcome / why this conversation

01:21 Ironman prep, strength work, and family

04:22 Stef’s faith journey

09:45 How faith changed our marriage and home

14:18 My spiritual wake-up call

20:44 Growth and struggle

27:52 Salvation story

40:45 Purpose and identity

41:25 Marriage shift

47:51 Training in a changing household

50:02 Identity and control

54:14 Raising kids to know God

01:00:24 Daily rhythms from “Habits of the Household”

01:12:05 Community and accountability

01:17:54 Encouragement for husbands and wives

01:21:11 Final thoughts


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145: The Pitfalls of High Volume Endurance Training

145: The Pitfalls of High Volume Endurance Training

In this episode, I break down the real costs when volume is mismanaged. I share what I’ve learned firsthand while building toward Ironman Arizona—how I fuel hard work without under-eating, protect muscle, keep hormones in check, and use recovery and sleep as performance tools. This isn’t fear—it’s a framework. If you’re pushing big miles, you need a plan that matches your ambition: smart nutrition, balanced programming, intentional recovery.


CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction

03:47 Balancing Strength and Endurance Training

09:58 Energy Deficiency in Endurance Training

24:57 Nutrient Deficiency and Endurance Essentials

36:38 Muscle Wasting and Reduced Strength

45:04 Disordered Eating in Endurance Athletes

52:59 Hormone Disruption from High Volume Training

58:49 High Risk of Injury in Endurance Training

01:03:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


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144: Evolution of the Entrepreneur - Should You Turn Passion Into a Career?

144: Evolution of the Entrepreneur - Should You Turn Passion Into a Career?

In this episode, I walk through the six stages of evolving as an entrepreneur — from a passion for fitness to building a purpose-driven brand. I share how adaptability, leadership, and clarity of purpose fuel long-term success. Whether you're just starting out or scaling your vision, this episode will help you stay rooted in why you began while pushing toward what’s next.


CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction

02:38 Seeking Inspiration from the Team

04:55 Turning Passion into a Business

07:28 The Importance of Adaptability

08:42 John Maxwell's Insights on Adaptability

12:47 Reflecting on BPN's Evolution

16:33 Starting BPN: The Early Days

35:39 From Passion to Process

40:14 Choosing Your Path: Hands-On or Hands-Off?

43:43 Building Momentum: From $2K to $10K

47:28 Stage Two: From Passion to Process

47:48 Stage Three: Momentum Makes It Real

54:06 Stage Four: Survival of the Fittest

01:05:41 Stage Five: From Process to People

01:13:02 Stage Six: From People to Purpose

01:18:23 Full Circle: Passion and Purpose


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143: Five Things I Learned in My 30s that You Need to Know

143: Five Things I Learned in My 30s that You Need to Know

Over the last decade, I’ve learned lessons that changed the way I lead, train, and live. These five takeaways from my thirties are built on experience—earned through challenges, failures, and growth. If you’re chasing clarity in your own journey, these insights will help you move with purpose and go all in.


CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction

02:39 John C. Maxwell's Influence

07:59 Influence vs. Popularity

19:16 Building Trust and Competence

25:20 The Ranger School Experience

35:09 The Importance of Reward and Passion

35:54 Protecting Your Priorities

40:00 Building Your Inner Circle

45:53 Balancing Sacrifice and Success

59:37 Impress Less, Impact More

01:06:41 Final Thoughts on Leadership


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142: What You Asked Me on Instagram

142: What You Asked Me on Instagram

In this episode, I answer various questions from a Q&A posted on Instagram, sharing insights on my training regimen, nutrition strategies, and reflections on personal growth through faith. But first, you'll get a good story for laughs.


CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:36 Ironman Prep and Family Challenges

01:18 Running and Training Insights

06:19 Fuel Strategy for Long Runs

09:36 New Product Launch and Brand Evolution

11:09 Story Time

20:00 Q&A: The Importance of Mentors

29:28 Q&A: Consistency and Motivation

37:12 Core Values and Decision Making

38:41 Faith Journey and Bible Reading

41:01 Transformation Through Christ

45:48 Faith's Impact on Leadership

49:51 Lessons in Obedience and Change

54:21 Contentment and Ambition

01:01:52 Post-Ironman Training Plans

01:06:56 Managing Sickness During Training


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141: The Complexities of RED-S in Athletes | Dr. Kyle Gillett

141: The Complexities of RED-S in Athletes | Dr. Kyle Gillett

In this episode, Dr. Kyle Gillett returns a third time to explore with me the growing issue of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), how it affects athletes' performance and overall health, and strategies to mitigate its impacts.

We also touch on the influence of social media on health perceptions, the effectiveness of red light therapy for recovery and sleep, and the recent buzz linking high-mileage running to colon cancer.


CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:11 Social Media and Health Information
06:18 Understanding RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport)
10:47 Impact of RED-S on Athletes
16:05 Hormonal and Genetic Factors in RED-S
21:16 Cortisol and Its Role in RED-S
49:06 Personal Experiences and Training Insights
57:54 Unsustainable Ironman Training
59:54 Social Media's Impact on Fitness
01:04:03 Exploring Light Therapy
01:21:05 High Mileage Running and Colon Cancer
01:34:43 Alcohol and Its Effects on Health
01:41:04 Parenting and Core Values
01:48:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


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140: All Things Recovery and Protocols I Use

140: All Things Recovery and Protocols I Use

I break down the recovery protocols fueling my peak Ironman Arizona build—from sleep and nutrition to sauna, cold plunge, and red-light therapy. I share lessons, stress-balance tactics, and family moments that keep me grounded. Whether you’re training hard or seeking better daily recovery, this episode delivers practical tools to optimize performance and prevent injury.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

04:44 Training and Recovery Challenges

08:53 Understanding Stress and Recovery

21:41 Balancing the Nervous System

28:41 Tracking Recovery Metrics

32:23 Prioritizing Sleep for Optimal Recovery

40:32 The Game-Changing Sleep Tool

46:42 The Role of Nutrition in Recovery

54:16 Sauna and Cold Plunge Benefits

01:03:48 Exploring Red Light Therapy

01:12:28 Compression Boots and Massage Guns

01:15:19 The Importance of Physical Therapy


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Bio of The Nick Bare Podcast

The Nick Bare Podcast, hosted by Nick Bare, offers a unique perspective on health, fitness, nutrition, entrepreneurship, and human optimization. Unlike your average self-help podcast, Nick engages in unfiltered conversations with some of the world's most incredible individuals, providing powerful and deep insights.

The podcast aims to educate, inspire, and challenge listeners to unlock their full potential and create the life they desire. Through these conversations, Nick explores various topics and perspectives that can help individuals enhance their physical and mental well-being, excel in their entrepreneurial endeavors, and optimize their overall human potential.

The conversations are designed to provide a unique and unfiltered look into different aspects of personal and professional development, allowing listeners to expand their knowledge and take actionable steps toward their goals.

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