Listen "#100 Mark’s Journey of Strength and Purpose"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we sit down with Mark Tupas, a former MMA fighter turned personal trainer, who shares his incredible journey from professional fighting in Hawaii and Las Vegas to owning a gym and becoming a lifestyle coach. Mark opens up about the highs and lows of his career, what it takes to build resilience through fitness, and how he helps clients achieve lasting transformation.
Mark also dives into fitness philosophies like hybrid training, the importance of movement in multiple planes, and biohacking for optimal health. Whether you're a fighter, entrepreneur, or someone just trying to improve your life, Mark’s wisdom will inspire you to challenge yourself and embrace growth.
🔗 Join us as we explore how fitness can be a catalyst for living your best life!
0:00 - Intro & Guest Welcome
1:18 - Mark’s Background: From MMA to Fitness
3:32 - The Transition from Fighting to Coaching
6:57 - Why Mark Opened and Later Sold His Gym
11:12 - Fitness as a Catalyst for Self-Improvement
14:25 - The Power of Small Wins and Showing Up
18:50 - Overcoming Fitness Excuses and Mental Blocks
22:10 - Using Fitness to Improve Personal Development
25:45 - Mark’s Biohacking and Hybrid Training Approach
30:33 - Healing Clients Through Movement and Mindset
36:02 - Innovative Training Systems and Movement Science
41:40 - The Importance of Moving in Different Planes
46:30 - Knowing Your Purpose in the Gym
50:45 - How to Train for Life, Not Just Looks
51:57 - Where to Find Mark and Closing Thoughts
Mark also dives into fitness philosophies like hybrid training, the importance of movement in multiple planes, and biohacking for optimal health. Whether you're a fighter, entrepreneur, or someone just trying to improve your life, Mark’s wisdom will inspire you to challenge yourself and embrace growth.
🔗 Join us as we explore how fitness can be a catalyst for living your best life!
0:00 - Intro & Guest Welcome
1:18 - Mark’s Background: From MMA to Fitness
3:32 - The Transition from Fighting to Coaching
6:57 - Why Mark Opened and Later Sold His Gym
11:12 - Fitness as a Catalyst for Self-Improvement
14:25 - The Power of Small Wins and Showing Up
18:50 - Overcoming Fitness Excuses and Mental Blocks
22:10 - Using Fitness to Improve Personal Development
25:45 - Mark’s Biohacking and Hybrid Training Approach
30:33 - Healing Clients Through Movement and Mindset
36:02 - Innovative Training Systems and Movement Science
41:40 - The Importance of Moving in Different Planes
46:30 - Knowing Your Purpose in the Gym
50:45 - How to Train for Life, Not Just Looks
51:57 - Where to Find Mark and Closing Thoughts