The Nick Bare Podcast

166: Life Updates, Parenting, and Social Media Detox with Stef Bare

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Stef and I sit down for a real conversation about our family, faith, routine, and the season we’re currently in right now. We refle...

165: More Than Muscle: The Protein Conversation

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Protein isn’t just about building muscle. In this episode, I break down why protein plays a critical role in performance, recovery, body composition...

164: How to Turn Hard Seasons Into Your Biggest Breakthrough | Ken Rideout

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ken Rideout returns to the podcast to talk about his new book, Everything You Want Is on the Other Side of Hard, and the life experiences that shaped ...

163: Carbohydrates & Performance: Fueling for Strength, Endurance, and Hypertrophy

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I covering all things carbohydrates and why they have are one of the most important tools in your training, recovery, and performance...

162: Q&A: Fitness Advice for New Dads, Am I Done with Preps and Races?, Hiring Insights, Phone Disciplines, & More

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m answering your Instagram Q&As. I talk leadership, hiring with the three Cs, fitness tips for new dads, and setting boundari...

161: 5 Valuable Life Lessons I've Learned In The Last 5 Years

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Over the last five years, I’ve learned five lessons that changed how I lead, train, and live. In this episode, inspired by Pastor Craig Groeschel, I...

160: Lessons Learned From Two Decades Of Senior Military Leadership | Colonel Ed Arnston

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I sit down with Colonel Edward Arntson III, who has 24 years of military service, to unpack what leadership really demands when it counts. We start wi...

159: How to Eat and Train in 2026 | My Philosophies

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all around laying out my 2026 diet + training philosophies. I’m in a caloric surplus, training hard with intention, and choosing foo...

158: How A Simple Morning Routine Can Lead To A Life Of Freedom And Success | Michael Chernow

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I sit down with Michael Chernow to talk discipline that protects what matters: faith, family, fitness, and business. We unpack his non-negotiable morn...

157: 5 Traits of Highly Successful People

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I break down five traits that consistently show up in people who win—then challenge you to apply them immediately. We talk thinking...

156: What You Don’t See When Scaling a Supplement Business: Our Key Initiatives for 2026

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I’m sharing the standards, the strategy, and the unseen work it takes to keep building BPN the right way. This episode includes the 2026 “Burn the...

155: Setting Up Your Diet for Health, Performance, and Body Composition Results

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To kick off the new year, I wanted to dive deep into setting up a personalized diet to achieve health, performance, and body composition goals. I shar...

154: What Hybrid Training Is, What It Isn’t, and Why You Should Do It

29 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I break down hybrid athlete training—how to pair heavy lifting with endurance running without burning out. I share what I’m learn...

153: How to Build Habits That Don’t Break Under Stress | Justin Whitmel Earley

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I sat down with author, speaker, and lawyer Justin Whitmel Earley and walked away reminded that discipline isn’t just about doing more—it’s abou...

152: 3 Characteristics Guaranteed to Change Your Life and Reach Your Goals

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I break down the three traits I come back to when the goal feels heavy: discipline, commitment, and consistency. From Ironman Arizona...

151: Creatine 101 - Everything You Should Know

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I break down creatine in a way that actually makes sense—what creatine is, how creatine works in your body, and the real creatine b...

150: Thoughts and Reflections on Ironman Arizona

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I walk through my full Ironman Arizona 2025 experience—from the weeks of prep to crossing that finish line. I break down how I appr...

149: How to Taper Well for a Race or Competition

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I break down how I approach tapering for big efforts, especially an Ironman. We talk about pulling back volume and intensity without ...

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

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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, da...

147: Top 5 Most Valuable Fitness Tips to Thrive

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 combinin...

146: The Bare Family Testimony

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

145: The Pitfalls of High Volume Endurance Training

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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—...

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

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 sha...

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

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 experien...

142: What You Asked Me on Instagram

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I answer various questions from a Q&A posted on Instagram, sharing insights on my training regimen, nutrition strategies, and ref...

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

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 aff...

140: All Things Recovery and Protocols I Use

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 s...

139: What I’ve Learned From a Loyal Friend with BPN Director of Communications, Trey Freeman

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I sit down with one of my closest friends and BPN’s Director of Communications, Trey Freeman, to reflect on five and a half years of building BPN si...

138: 5 Traits You'll Find in Exceptional Leaders

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore insights from various sources, including the Maxwell Daily Reader and personal anecdotes, to provide a comprehensive guide...

137: How Surrender Unlocks a Full Life with Lyle Phillips

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Pastor Lyle Phillips to talk faith, obedience, and what it means to go all in for Christ. Lyle shares ...

136: Ironman Arizona Prep Update

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share an update on my Ironman Arizona prep as we enter week 7, which is 90 days out from race day. I'll walk through my detailed tr...

135: A Conversation with Jon Langston

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Country artist Jon Langston visits HQ and joins the show for a special bonus episode—we discuss how faith, fatherhood, and fitness transformed his p...

134: Building the Brand: Part 8: For the Committed

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share my return to the CEO role in early 2024 and our subsequent moves to refocus and rebuild the brand. I discuss the challenges f...

133: The Real Foundations of Endurance with Chadd Wright

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I've been waiting to get Chadd Wright back on the show for awhile now. Today is finally that day. Chadd shares his reflections on the power of intenti...

132: I Answer Your Questions

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I open up a Q&A session where I answer questions from my Instagram followers covering various topics, from personal fitness and I...

131: Listen to This If You Keep Making Excuses

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I unpack how making excuses quietly kills momentum—and how to break that cycle for good. Sparked by a conversation with a friend wh...

130: Building the Brand: Part 7 "Focus Isn't An Option"

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Building the Brand series, we dive into Chapter 7, exploring a tumultuous year and a half characterized by pivotal decisions, p...

129: Ironman Prep Season 3: What, How, and Why

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ironman prep is back. This episode is devoted to my Ironman Prep Season 3 for the Ironman Arizona race on November 16, 2025. In it, we'll discuss the...

128: The 5 Habits That Changed My Life

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share these five crucial success principles, inspired by my morning runs, and prepare for a new chapter of relentless training and ...

127: How Running and Community Saved Mitch Ammons From Addiction

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mitch Ammons didn’t just get sober—he rebuilt his life with relentless grit. In this episode, we unpack his journey from addiction and rehab to be...

126: How Every Choice You Make is Predicting Your Success

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm covering the significance of daily choices and how they cumulatively shape our success. It emphasizes the power of consistenc...

125: Finding Purpose in Every Chapter of Life with Pete Hixson

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We welcome back Pete Hixson for his third appearance. Together, we explore the complexities of balancing ambition, family, faith, and mentorship. We d...

124: Recapping the Go One More Ultra on Bare Ranch

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, our last episode in our old HQ, we celebrate the monumental success of the Go One More Ultra marathon. This last-man-standing race, h...

123: The Endurance Pre-Workout of the Future: G.1.M Sport +

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we introduce the newest product from BPN, G.1.M Sport + This episode focuses on its unique benefits and formulation. Unlike conventional produc...

122: How Nick Lavery Returned to Combat as the First Above-The-Knee Amputee

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of Memorial Day, we sit down with Nick Lavery, a former Special Forces Green Beret who shares his remarkable journey from sustaining severe i...

121: Gut Health Essentials with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz joins the show to break down gut health—focusing on the power of addition, not restriction. We dive into the benefits of fiber, ...

120: Warren Zeiders: Collegiate Athlete to Country Music Star

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Warren Zeiders — American country music singer/songwriter and a Hershey, PA native — to talk about the real work ...

119: Be Undeniable: Achieve Greatness and Sustain it with Cameron Hanes

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bowhunter, endurance athlete, and Keep Hammering Collective host Cameron Hanes is back on the show — and this time, he’s preparing for one of the ...

118: Avoid My Mistakes: Evolve or Die

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Coming back from some much-needed family time, I’m diving into a powerful topic — evolution. Not just in business, but in life. Growth isn’t som...

117: How Focus Will Transform Your Life

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the podcast, I cover the concept of focus and its transformative impact on various areas of my life, including my business and pers...

116: Resilience and Perseverance: The Inspiring Story of Luke Hopkins

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

WARNING: This episode's content contains discussions on attempted suicide and suicide prevention.In today's episode, Luke Hopkins opens up abo...

115: The Rise of the King of Moab with Max Jolliffe

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The King of Moab is here. In this episode, we sit down with Max Jolliffe, an ultra runner who recently claimed victory at the Moab 240. Max opens up a...

114: Life as a Full-Time Athlete with Dan Churchill

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Performance chef. Hybrid athlete. Dan Churchill is back in town and on the mic.In this episode, Dan unpacks his evolution — from running restaurants...

113: The Reason You Need Core Values & How They Guide Success with Matt Stockton

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with my podcast producer and growth strategist, Matt Stockton, to break down the power of core values. We dive into why es...

112: Understanding Blood Work, Nutrition Myths, and Fertility with Dr. Kyle Gillett

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Kyle Gillett returns to discuss a variety of health topics, including the impact of plastics on health, lab testing for athletes, and the rising c...

111: The Benefits Of Cross Training For Strength And Endurance

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share my current personal journey and insights on the benefits of cross training for strength and endurance athletes. Currently sid...

110: How to Train for Your First Marathon With Jeff Cunningham

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm bringing back a crowd favorite, Jeff Cunningham, to discuss essential strategies for training for your first marathon. We cover t...

109: Exploring Self-Worth Beyond Achievements with Lucy Davis

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lucy Davis is back for her third podcast appearance, where we discuss the importance of balance between high-performance living and mental health. We ...

108: Recapping the Last 18 Months of Our Lives with Stef Bare

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I'm welcoming back my wife, Stef, for an overdue catch-up on the trials and triumphs we've faced over the last 18 months.From the birth of our son, Ni...

107: Why I Wake Up Every Morning at 4:30AM

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An absolutely essential one for this week. I discuss the benefits of waking up early as a life hack, based on my personal experience of getting up at ...

106: The Five Types of Wealth: A Conversation with Sahil Bloom

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Sahil Bloom to get into the key concepts from his new book about the five types of wealth—time, social, mental, phy...

105: Building the Brand: Part 6 "The Storytelling Machine"

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 6 of the series, I take time and recount the journey of BPN from April 2019 to summer of 2022, highlighting our move to a second warehouse, th...

104: 6 Things to Stop Doing To Take Back Control of Your Life

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, I discuss six key things to stop doing in order to regain and take control of your life. Drawing from my own personal experie...

103: Answering Your Business Questions | BPN Q&A

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode, I decide to take a different approach and use my entrepreneurial journey to address business questions sourced from Instagram about ...

102: How To Run Longer, Faster and Build Endurance

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I cover my personal journey of building endurance since 2018 and offer insights into running longer and faster. We'll discuss the ada...

101: 5 Mindset Shifts You Need To Make To Succeed Next Year

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the last episode of the year, I'm sharing the five crucial mindset shifts needed to succeed in 2025, reflecting on personal experiences and lessons...

100: My HYROX Dallas Full Race Breakdown

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we recap my first HYROX competition in Dallas, Texas, held on November 23, 2024. Competing in the pro division with my BPN team, I sh...

099: An Honest Conversation After a Near-Death Experience

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a raw and unfiltered take as I recount a life-changing experience from December 11th, 2024, where I miraculously survived being hit by...

098: Building the Brand: Part 5 "The Hybrid Athlete"

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this fifth installment of the 'Building the Brand' series, I'm taking us through Chapter Five, titled 'The Hybrid Athlete,' covering pivotal moment...

097: How to Navigate Your Hardest Seasons of Life with Sally McRae

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This returning guest needs no introduction, but we will honor her with one. Today I'm joined by Sally McRae for another deep conversation, which is co...

096: The Role of Fitness in Family and Personal Growth with Jason Khalipa

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I welcome back Jason Khalipa to dive into a conversation on the importance of fitness as a family value and the responsibilities of being a father and...

095: The Evolution Of The Endurance Athlete With Rich Ryan and Ryan Kent

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk competitive hybrid athletics, specifically preparing for HYROX Dallas on November 23 with RMR Training's Rich Ryan and Ryan K...

094: How To Use Curiosity and Courage To Change Your Life with Lucy Davis

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Lucy Davis, who recently became a BPN athlete, discusses her journey as a hybrid athlete, the importance of setting challenging goals...

093: Building the Brand: Part 4 "Commitment"

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the fourth chapter of the 'Building the Brand' series, I take you through my return to the U.S. after a nine-month training rotation in South Korea...

092: 6 Things I've Learned From Training HYROX

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm sharing my journey and insights from preparing for HYROX Dallas, set for November 23rd in Dallas, Texas. This episode covers what HYROX ...

091: Live Fire Cooking and Meat Science with Hardcore Carnivore's Jess Pryles

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a change of pace, but one I've been very excited to share. Jess Pryles, is a live fire cook, author, meat expert and the creator of th...

090: Building the Brand: Part 3 "Discomfort"

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this third chapter of the series, join me as I revisit my journey from a struggling soldier balancing military duties with building a business, to ...

089: How Cancer Transformed Amanda Kimiko's Life and Mindset to Conquer Leadville 100

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into the story of Amanda Kimiko—military veteran, cancer survivor, and ultra-endurance athlete. Amanda’s mantra, Unbr...

088: A Conversation With My Tattoo Artist, Andy Pho of Upside Tattoo

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I take a unique approach with this episode and sit down with my tattoo artist, Andy Pho of Upside Tattoo in Hutto, Texas. We chat through how A...

087: Building the Brand: Part 2 "Solitude"

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this chapter of Building the Brand, I cover my time from landing in Fort Benning, Georgia in October 2013, to arriving at Fort Hood, Texas in Octob...

086: The Power of Preparation and Belief with Luke Hopkins

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Luke comes back for a round two on the podcast to recap his experience of Ironman Wisconsin, and the crucial role of nutrition and intentional trainin...

085: Building the Brand: Part 1 "Confidence"

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I kick off a multi-part podcast series sharing the in-depth stories and lessons learned since starting Bare Performance Nutrition in ...

084: The Evolution of Hybrid Athlete Training with Dr. Andy Galpin

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Andy Galpin and I explore everything related to human performance. From advanced training regimens and the science behind strength and power to th...

083: How Faith and Discipline Shape Your Successes with Joe Champion

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I'm joined by Pastor Joe Champion, Senior Pastor of my church, Celebration Church. He and I share our life experiences, touching on leaders...

082: Reflections on Legacy and Building a Life of Impact

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this conversation, I wanted to share personal updates about my expanded family and the challenges and joys of welcoming my newborn son, Niko. I di...

081: How Positive Psychology Drives Athletic Performance with Luke Hopkins

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with BPN athlete Luke Hopkins, a pro natural bodybuilder and hybrid athlete currently training for an Ironman. He recently...

080: 5 Traits To Master So You Can Go All-In

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

These are five essential traits you need to master in order to truly go all-in on your goals and purpose. I'm exploring the importance of operatin...

079: Training for HYROX Dallas: The Next Fitness Challenge

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I discuss my new training journey for the HYROX competition set for November 23, 2024, in Dallas, Texas. I'll talk about what HYROX is, how it differs...

078: Must-Have Running Gear: My Top Choices

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I deep dive into my favorite running gear, accessories, gadgets, and apps that have stood the test of time and proven to be essential...

077: Advantages of Sauna Therapy and the SISU Lifestyle with Pete Nelson II

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m talking with the founder of SISU Lifestyle, Pete Nelson II, as he shares the incredible journey of building his brand while mai...

076: Omega-3 Benefits, July 4th Sale, Western States Reflections, & More

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm deep-diving into the recent whirlwind of activity both in my personal life and at BPN. From celebrating our most successful 4th of July sale e...

075: How Proactive Nutrition Can Improve Brain Health with Max Lugavere

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Max Lugavere is a renowned health and science journalist, filmmaker, podcaster, and New York Times bestselling author. Max's journey into researching ...

074: Functional Bodybuilding: Foundations for a Healthy Lifestyle with Marcus Filly

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's a difference between being all-in and all-consumed. Marcus Filly joins the podcast to discuss his functional bodybuilding program. Marcus ...

073: How To Stop Complicating Health, Fitness and Nutrition With Jordan Syatt

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I'm sitting down with Jordan Syatt, a world-record powerlifter and expert trainer for losing fat and building muscle. In this episode, we d...

072: Survive The Night: Recapping BPN’s 50 Mile Overnight Ultra

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Hope and Tony are joining me to relive the adventure of BPN's 50-mile overnight ultra. This race truly embodied who we are as a brand—a g...

071: Jason Khalipa: Live To Train, Protect and Provide

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's podcast guest is CrossFit champion Jason Khalipa. Jason inspires through his fitness achievements and the wisdom he has accumulated as...

070: Preparing For Western States 100, Being Patient In Your Weakness and The Power Of Hope With Sally McRae

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's podcast, I am sitting down with my friend and legendary ultra runner, Sally McRae. Sally most recently won the Moab 240 after completin...

069: Russel Orhii’s Champion Mindset That Is Revolutionizing the Sport of Powerlifting

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, I am excited to welcome world champion powerlifter Russel Orhii. Russ was the first athlete I ever signed, and he truly em...

068: Debunking Nutrition Myths, A Different Approach To Pain Management & Exposing Fitness Lies With Layne Norton

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I am excited to have Layne Norton with me on the podcast. Layne has been a huge inspiration and a source of knowledge since my health and f...

067: We All Start From Zero | A Founder’s Journey

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing a new installment in the "Founder's Journey" series about starting from zero. Humble beginnings are nothing to be ashamed...