American Glutton
Fitness Isn’t Complicated: How to Make It Sustainable with Noah Valinsky
15 Sep 2025
In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with fitness trainer and former dancer Noah Valinsky for a powerful conversation about mindset, movement, and sustainability in health. They dive into the realities of fitness, from reframing hunger and discipline to the importance of structure, organization, and finding what works for you.Noah shares insights from his personal journey in entertainment and fitness, while Ethan reflects on his own path of transformation. Together, they highlight the balance between discipline, flexibility, and enjoyment in living a healthier life.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:03 – Introducing Noah Valinsky00:21 – Fitness as a lifestyle, not a phase01:07 – Demands of dance and athletic training03:32 – The body as a “dumb meat sack”07:01 – Controlling thoughts and reactions10:30 – Factory settings vs modern life12:54 – Finding sustainable fitness approaches16:42 – Mindset and framing challenges18:24 – One step at a time vs instant change21:24 – Structure, organization, and success22:49 – Awareness, willingness, preparedness25:59 – Preparation and readiness in practice27:26 – Knowing your limits and alternatives30:08 – Tools, peptides, and diet fads33:52 – Bodybuilding, legs, and recovery36:42 – Pivoting when plans don’t work39:27 – Fitness as individual sustainability42:02 – Carbs, diet changes, and psoriasis46:22 – Balance, flexibility, and family49:55 – Traveling with food and preparation53:20 – Sustainability and long-term balance55:14 – Strength, health, and true fitness56:04 – Closing thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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