The Nick Bare Podcast

Life Rewards Effort, Attitude and Energy | Simon Diaz 196

11K views · 4d ago · 1:04:38

Simon Diaz left a fully booked barber business in New Jersey to start over in Texas. Months later, he was questioning the decision. We talk about leaving comfort, nearly going back, and how he built a different life through work, training, and helping the people around him get better.

Topics: Why I Wanted Simon Here · Leaving New Jersey · Starting Over in Austin · The Commute to BPN · Making the Decision to Move · When the Move Felt Wrong

Q&A: Why I'm No Longer the CEO of BPN (Moving to Tennessee, Business Lessons & More) | 195

88K views · 2w ago · 1:06:11

In this Q&A, I explain why I brought John Childs into the role, how my work as founder is changing, and why my family is moving back to Tennessee. I also answer questions about career transitions, business growth, books, training, wellness, and fatherhood.

Topics: What This Q&A Covers · Leaving the Army for BPN · Losing and Rebuilding Purpose · Change Is a Muscle · Own the Business, Don’t Let It Own You · Finding My Zone of Genius

5 Ways I Used My 20s to Have Success in My 30s | 194

12K views · 3w ago · 49:58

The way I work in my 30s looks different because of what I did in my 20s. In this episode, I break down five things that shaped that decade—from acting on the “what ifs” and pursuing genuine interests to ignoring the wrong opinions, embracing pressure, and learning from people who had already been where I wanted to go.

Topics: Why My 30s Look Different · Ask “What If?” · Put Action Behind the What If · Say Yes Before You’re Ready · Pursue Genuine Curiosity · Stop Outsourcing Your Interests

You Are Entitled to Nothing | 193

18K views · 1mo ago · 44:11

Nick Saban’s “Importance of Nothing” speech got me thinking about entitlement—what we believe we’re owed and how that mindset shapes the way we work, respond, and live. In this episode, I break down why hard work doesn’t guarantee success, why process matters more than outcomes, how to remove the habits and interferences holding you back, and a simple three-part entitlement detox: audit, shift, respond.

Topics: Go One More Method · Nick Saban's “Importance of Nothing” · You Are Entitled to Nothing · The Pain of Discipline vs. Disappointment · Hard Work Does Not Guarantee Success · When Nobody Bought From BPN

Stef and I Answer Your Questions (Marriage, Social Life, Parenting, and More) | 192

36K views · 1mo ago · 1:04:53

Stef joins me again to talk about marriage, faith, family, community, and the season we’re currently walking through. We unpack how following Christ has changed our relationship, what we’re learning about love and respect, why we’re craving deeper community, our desire to move back to Tennessee, and learning to fear God over people.

Topics: US Open Tennis Obsession · Kids, Cookies & Family Routines · The Sweet Treat Debate · How Faith Changed Our Marriage · Love Languages, Love & Respect · Our Current Social Life in Texas

How I Locked In and Got Leaner in 90 Days | 191

38K views · 1mo ago · 50:12

Over the last 90 days, I lost about 10 pounds and got leaner without crash dieting, starving myself, avoiding social situations, or sacrificing my training and recovery. I did it by locking in - not through extreme restriction, but by narrowing my focus, reducing unnecessary decisions, and giving the process enough time to work.

Topics: The Marathon Prep Analogy for Locking In · What Locking In Is NOT · Relaunching the App · The Winter Arc · Why People Are Afraid to Lock In · What Locking In Actually Means

Why You Should Be Training On The Erg

10K views · 1mo ago · 3:18

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal [health or profession] advice. Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN) is not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming A Dad | 190

16K views · 1mo ago · 56:48

In this episode, I share five things I wish I knew before becoming a dad. I talk about treating children as the cornerstone of an unfinished life, staying ambitious without letting work control the home, prioritizing what matters when balance feels impossible, becoming an intentional father, leading through the example I set, and building confidence through curiosity, courage, and competence.

Topics: App Relaunch · Books That Shaped Me · Lesson 1 · Success To Significance Shift · Lesson 2 · Time Systems And Priorities

How I Eat and Train While Traveling | 189

8.4K views · 2mo ago · 59:59

In this episode, I break down the planning system I use before every trip and the practical decisions that help me stay consistent on the road. I cover how I scout restaurants, grocery stores, gyms, and running routes; what food, supplements, and hydration I pack; how I prioritize protein; and how I rearrange strength sessions, use vacations as deload weeks, and lean on running when time is limited.

Topics: Why Fitness Matters · Expectations and Flexibility · Routines Versus Responsibilities · Airport Food Reality Check · Mission Plan for Travel · Eating Plan and Recon

My Fitness App Relaunch: Everything You Need to Know | 188

6.3K views · 2mo ago · 40:06

On September 6, I’m relaunching the same app with a new experience built around G1M Daily: six weekly hybrid workouts, community Q&As, mindset resources, and nutrition guidance designed to help you stay consistent. In this episode, I explain why I’m returning to the app, break down the first week of training, and answer the most common questions about cost, equipment, where to begin, missed workouts, working sets, and adding more cardio.

Topics: Announcement · Why Relaunch Now? · G1M Mission · Pricing Breakdown · Whats New? · Weekly Schedule

How You Avoid Muscle Loss While Running More

9.6K views · 2mo ago · 7:48

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal [health or profession] advice. Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN) is not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

What to Do When You're Frustrated and Ready to Give Up | 187

16K views · 2mo ago · 43:03

This episode is for those of you who are working toward something and you're frustrated because you're not there yet. I'm sharing what 12 years of showing up taught me, the difference between commitment and discipline, how to find your zone of genius, and why you just have to keep going.

Topics: The Valley Mindset · What Consistency Actually Looks Like · You Just Haven't Done It Long Enough Yet · How Far Do You Have to See to Keep Going? · Eating Disorder at 14 · Commitment vs. Discipline