In this dynamic fitness roundtable, Alex sits down with fitness experts Mike Pridgen and Rob Lapham for a candid discussion on the journey to health and wellness. Together, they explore the key components of building sustainable fitness routines, the importance of structure, and how to balance flexibility with discipline. The conversation also delves into the challenges of controlling external factors, how to embrace failure as part of growth, and the value of asking thoughtful questions. ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Humor in Conversations 02:54 Personal Journeys and Weight Loss Success 06:14 The Importance of Structure in Fitness 08:53 Decision Making vs. Steps in Fitness Plans 12:11 Controlling What You Can Control 14:55 Embracing Failure and Learning 18:02 The Role of Questions in Growth 21:00 Dating Experiences and Lessons Learned 37:02 Navigating Breakups and Vulnerability 40:23 The Impact of Societal Expectations on Men and Women 43:19 Emotional Expression and Healing 49:30 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Acceptance 56:01 Chasing Happiness: The Illusion of Weight Loss 01:01:03 Practical Tips for Starting Your Journey 01:10:02 The Importance of Empathy and Understanding _____ Find Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeneedsaplan/ Find Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rob.lapham/ and Rob's guest Saeji: https://www.instagram.com/saeji007/ ------ Click Here to Purchase the Unposed Unbothered Journal! Click Here to Download LWA's Free Transformation Blueprint Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: https://www.buffbunny.com/?rfsn=6261901.6ab300 Save 20% with alex from Legion: https://legionathletics.com/products/workout-supplements/?r=zrxnw&utm_source=bc_alex-allen_zrxnw&utm_campaign=bc Click Here to Apply for 1:1 Coaching with LWA Coaching