In this episode, Kevin breaks down one of the biggest myths in health and fitness: the idea that metabolism slows down after age 30. Drawing on large-scale research — including a landmark 2021 study published in Science — he explains why your metabolic rate remains stable from age 20 to 60, and what really causes changes in weight, energy, and body composition as we age.

Kevin also dives into the physiology, what’s behavioral, and what’s completely within your control. This is an empowering, research-backed conversation for anyone who’s ever felt like their body was “working against them.”

• The truth about metabolic rate across the lifespan
• What actually changes after 30 (lean mass, NEAT, lifestyle)
• The biggest contributors to mid-life weight gain
• The role of strength training, walking, protein, sleep, and stress management
• How to take ownership of your health at any age

• Pontzer et al., Science (2021) — metabolism stability from age 20–60
• Studies on NEAT and daily energy expenditure

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It’s a new year—and for many people, that means dusting off the scale and measuring success by a number.

But in this episode, Kevin flips that script. Because true progress isn’t just about weight—it's about energy, consistency, confidence, and how you feel in your own skin.

If you’ve ever felt discouraged by the scale, this episode will give you better ways to track your journey and redefine what success means in 2026.

What You'll Learn:

✅ Why the scale is only one (very flawed) data point

✅ 5 better ways to measure your health and progress

✅ How identity shifts lead to real transformation

✅ What it means to become the kind of person who follows through

✅ A 3-question journal prompt to start the year strong

Reflection Challenge:

Take 5 minutes today and write down:

1. What are you proud of from 2025?
2. Who do you want to become in 2026?
3. How will you measure success without using the scale?

Because when you start measuring the right things—you create momentum that actually sticks.

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If you’d like support on your journey—whether it’s fitness, nutrition, or mindset—please reach out. I’d love to be your coach.

Thanks for listening!

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I’m joined once again by Mark England for what ends up being one of our deepest and most important discussions to date.

What starts with a lighthearted rant about coffee quickly turns into a powerful breakdown of why most New Year’s resolutions fail, why surface-level change never sticks, and why so many coaches burn out trying to have all the right answers.

At the center of this episode is a theme Mark and I keep coming back to: real change doesn’t come from answers — it comes from better questions, better words, and better breathing.

We explore why resolutions expire by February, how fear can actually be a useful signal for growth, and why asking how someone does something is far more effective than asking why. Along the way, Mark introduces what we ended up calling “the original sin of coaching” — the belief that a good coach must always have the right answer.

This episode is raw, honest, and practical. It’s a reminder that lasting progress — whether in coaching, business, health, or life — comes from slowing down, listening better, and letting people discover their own answers.

• Why New Year’s resolutions almost never work — and what to do instead
• The difference between resolutions and questions
• How fear can be a powerful tool when used correctly
• Why 90-day windows are more effective than yearly goals
• How language creates identity loops that keep people stuck
• Why coaches don’t need better answers — they need better questions
• The “original sin of coaching” and how it leads to burnout
• How breath control affects listening, presence, and decision-making
• Why observing thoughts is different than believing them
• What real coaching actually looks like when done well

• Change doesn’t happen at the resolution level — it happens at the word level.
• Asking how someone does something reveals patterns that why questions miss.
• Coaches who think they need all the answers stop listening.
• Questions pull people forward; answers push them away.
• Fear isn’t a stop sign — it’s often a compass.
• Real growth requires unlearning, not just learning more.

What’s the one thing I need to stop doing to make this next year meaningful?

Not a goal.

Not a resolution.

Just a question worth living into.

🛠 Resources & Links:

🌐 Learn more: enlifted.me

📸 Instagram: @enliftedcoaches

🎧 Podcast: Get Enlifted Podcast

Connect with me!

📸 Instagram – @cfcoach_kevin

🌐 ifixyourmindset.com

💬 Join my free Facebook group: Fitness, Nutrition & Mindset – Moncton

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Thanks for listening 💪

Ditch the guilt, simplify your mindset, and actually enjoy the holidays—without feeling like your goals are falling apart.

Because here’s the truth:

• A few indulgent meals won’t ruin your progress.
• Missing a few workouts won’t derail your gains.
• And shame isn’t a strategy that creates lasting change.

Instead, Kevin invites you to reflect on what worked in 2025, consider what you want more of in 2026, and remember that resilience isn’t about perfection—it’s about how you respond when things aren’t perfect.

As always, please like, share, and subscribe.

If you’d like support on your journey—whether it’s fitness, nutrition, or mindset—please reach out. I’d love to be your coach.

Thanks for listening!

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🌐 Website: ifixyourmindset.com

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In this powerful and deeply human episode, Kevin unpacks a message from one of his clients that started with a simple insight:

Sound familiar?

Whether it’s wine, food, Netflix, social scrolling, or even overworking, many of us have coping mechanisms we reach for when emotions feel too big to handle. And yet—what we’re really reaching for is relief.

But here’s the truth:

Avoidance brings short-term relief, but long-term pain.

(Emotionally, mentally, sometimes even physically.)

• Why numbing becomes the default for so many of us
• What it means to stay with a feeling—and why that’s powerful
• How to spot the moment between urge and action
• Tiny, actionable steps to build emotional regulation over time

If you’ve ever said, “I don’t know why I keep doing this,” this one’s for you.

As always, please like, share, and subscribe.

If you’d like support on your journey—whether it’s fitness, nutrition, or mindset—please reach out. I’d love to be your coach.

Thanks for listening!

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🌐 Website: ifixyourmindset.com

💬 Free Facebook Group: Fitness, Nutrition, Mindset – Moncton

In today’s episode, we’re delivering some tough love.

Yes, your excuses are valid.

Yes, your life is full.

Yes, your schedule is tight.

But guess what? Your results don’t care.

We’re diving into the truth that many people avoid:

Kevin explores the difference between understanding your obstacles and using them as a crutch.

He shares how resilience isn't about being perfect—it's about showing up anyway.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever said:

• “I just don’t have time.”
• “I’m waiting until things calm down.”
• “It’s just not the right season.”

Spoiler: There is no perfect season. And your future self is depending on you to take action—even if it's messy, even if it's small, even if it’s not ideal.

• Why your excuses feel real—but won’t move you forward
• How to reframe “life is hard right now” into “this is my training ground”
• Practical steps for building consistency, even in chaos
• A reminder that discomfort is a signal—not a stop sign

As always, please like, share, and subscribe.

If you would like some help, please reach out! I'd love to be your coach.

Thanks for listening!

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🌐 Website: ifixyourmindset.com

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What if trust wasn’t something you’re born with, but something you can learn?

This week, I sat down with Dr. Darryl Stickel, one of the world’s leading experts on trust. He’s advised everyone from top CEOs to the Canadian military, and in this episode, he breaks down the art (and science) of trust—what it is, why it’s misunderstood, and how to build it in any relationship.

We talk about:

• Growing up in northern B.C. and surviving a traumatic brain injury
• The 10 levers of trust (yes, it’s a skill you can practice)
• How trust gets eroded—even when you think you’re doing the right thing
• Why small doses of vulnerability matter more than big, performative acts
• Trust in parenting, marriage, leadership, and community
• The hidden link between resilience and curiosity



This conversation hit deep. It’s not just for business leaders. It’s for anyone who’s ever struggled to rebuild trust—with others or with themselves.

Trust isn’t magic. It’s not even mysterious. It’s a set of actions you take consistently—and this episode shows you how.

🛠 Resources & Links

📘 Dr. Darryl’s Book: Building Trust: Exceptional Leadership in an Uncertain World

🌐 Website: trustunlimited.com

📺 YouTube: Trust Unlimited Channel

📸 LinkedIn: Darryl Stickel on LinkedIn

📕 Download Free Trust Resources: trustunlimited.com/resources

#ResilientHumansPodcast

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In this episode of Resilient Humans, Kevin shares a grounded, real-world framework for navigating the holidays with less pressure and more peace.

Whether you love the holiday season or find it emotionally exhausting, this episode offers a gentle reminder: You don’t have to be perfect to be present.

You’ll hear strategies for:

• 🎯 Prioritizing simplicity over perfection
• 🗓️ Using planning to reduce decision fatigue (not control every moment)
• 💛 Letting go of food guilt and embracing self-forgiveness
• 💪 Viewing resilience as the ability to recover, not just endure
• ✅ A 4-part challenge to keep you grounded, intentional, and human

If the holidays have ever left you feeling overwhelmed, overcommitted, or disconnected—this episode is your invitation to slow down, reset, and reclaim the season on your own terms.

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If you would like some help, please reach out! I'd love to be your coach.

Thanks for listening!

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