Podcast · 66 episodes
The Nick Bare Podcast
by Nick Bare · English
It’s one thing to set the standard, it’s another to hold the standard. Join Nick Bare, hybrid athlete, founder/CEO of Bare Performance Nutrition discussing nutrition, maximizing human performance, and adopting the habits it takes to show up for what matters. Built on the “Go One More” mindset, each episode delivers principle-driven conversations and practical systems rooted in discipline, commitment, and consistency—so you can win the day without losing your values. If you are committed to that, this podcast is for you.
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193: You Are Entitled to NothingEntitlement detox—argues you’re “entitled to nothing,” so success depends on discipline, execution, continuous learning, process-based systems, and taking personal responsibility (internal locus of…28 Sep 2026 · 44 min
192: Stef and I Answer Your Questions (Marriage, Social Life, Parenting & More)The hosts (Nick and Stef Bare) answer listener questions about marriage and faith, conflict drivers, social life, parenting/community, and personal growth, with side discussions on the U.S.21 Sep 2026 · 1 h 5 min
191: How I Locked In and Got Leaner in 90 DaysThe host explains “locking in” as hyper-focused urgency (not “hurrying”), eliminating distractions and decision fatigue, and using a “winter arc” mindset (Sept–New Year) to avoid coasting.14 Sep 2026 · 50 min
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193: You Are Entitled to NothingEntitlement detox—argues you’re “entitled to nothing,” so success depends on discipline, execution, continuous learning, process-based systems, and taking personal responsibility (internal locus of…28 Sep 2026 · 44 min · 13 chapters
192: Stef and I Answer Your Questions (Marriage, Social Life, Parenting & More)The hosts (Nick and Stef Bare) answer listener questions about marriage and faith, conflict drivers, social life, parenting/community, and personal growth, with side discussions on the U.S.21 Sep 2026 · 1 h 5 min · 20 chapters
191: How I Locked In and Got Leaner in 90 DaysThe host explains “locking in” as hyper-focused urgency (not “hurrying”), eliminating distractions and decision fatigue, and using a “winter arc” mindset (Sept–New Year) to avoid coasting.14 Sep 2026 · 50 min · 19 chapters
190: 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming A DadThe host reflects on “5 things I wish I knew before becoming a dad,” arguing fatherhood is “the end of the beginning” (not a capstone), ambition must shift from success to significance, and balance…7 Sep 2026 · 57 min · 17 chapters
189: How I Eat and Train While TravelingHow the host maintains nutrition and training while traveling, using “realistic expectations” and a military-style planning process (plan, recon, order, execute, evaluate).31 Aug 2026 · 1 h · 20 chapters
188: My Fitness App Relaunch - Everything You Need to KnowNick Bear relaunches his fitness training app on September 6, 2026, hosted on Playbook.24 Aug 2026 · 40 min · 16 chapters
187: If You Haven’t Achieved Your Goal Yet (And You’re Frustrated), Keep GoingEncouragement for people who haven’t reached a goal yet and feel frustrated—argues that frustration often means “not yet,” and the solution is to keep going using a “go one more” mindset, stay…17 Aug 2026 · 43 min · 11 chapters
186: How to Start Running From Zero (Beginner Runner's Plan) | Jeff CunninghamBeginner-to-intermediate running plan from “zero” to structured training, focusing on effort-based speed introduction, easy aerobic base (zone 2), avoiding the “gray area,” and using progressive…10 Aug 2026 · 1 h 19 min · 27 chapters
185: Answering Your Nutrition and Training QuestionsQ&A on balancing high-volume running with lower-body strength training, maintaining muscle while running, breaking bad habits, and fueling/training concepts (ergs, carbs, strength vs cardio, tracking…3 Aug 2026 · 1 h 5 min · 18 chapters
184: Why Most People Fail at Consistency and How to Fix ItWhy most people fail at consistency, using James Clear’s Atomic Habits.27 Jul 2026 · 49 min · 16 chapters
183: The Truth About Why You Need To Set Goals That Scare YouThe episode argues that setting goals that scare you is essential to avoid “wondering aimlessly,” stay committed, and grow standards over time.20 Jul 2026 · 43 min · 15 chapters
182: You Can't Cheat the Marathon — Eric Floberg's 8-Year Journey to 2:29Eric Floberg’s 8-year marathon progression to a 2:29 goal/benchmark, framed as “You Can’t Cheat the Marathon.” The episode covers marathon pacing, heat and hydration, sweat-test sodium loss, and how…13 Jul 2026 · 1 h 27 min · 33 chapters
181: Don't Feel Bad For Being Tired. Be Grateful.The episode argues that feeling tired/exhausted in a busy season shouldn’t be treated as a problem to fix or a sign to stop; it should be reframed as a “blessing” and a signal to reflect, reassess…6 Jul 2026 · 48 min · 12 chapters
180: Why Women Need To Lift Heavy, Build Muscle & Eat More Protein | Stef BareStef Bare’s year-long “strength and muscle growth” experiment for women—why heavy lifting, higher protein, and progressive overload beat “gentle” or fad training for building lean tissue and fighting…29 Jun 2026 · 1 h 4 min · 20 chapters
179: Why I Always Go Back to Strength TrainingThe host argues that strength training is the foundational, lifelong form of physical training—better than relying on cardio alone—and explains why he always returns to it after endurance “preps.” He…22 Jun 2026 · 46 min · 15 chapters
178: IED Survivor To World Record Endurance Athlete | Mike EganEpisode 178 features Mike Egan, an IED survivor and adaptive endurance athlete, discussing service, recovery, and breaking Guinness-style records.15 Jun 2026 · 1 h 26 min · 39 chapters
177: Why Commitment Is Your Most Valuable Skill | Shawn Johnson & Andrew EastCommitment as the foundation for a meaningful life—“commitment has no finish lines”—and how to choose, prune, and protect priorities using values, routines, and influence that creates real behavioral…8 Jun 2026 · 1 h 11 min · 37 chapters
176: How 10 Seasons In The NFL Shaped The Meaning Of Manhood | Heath EvansHeath Evans (former NFL player, 10 seasons; later NFL Network analyst) discusses how his NFL career shaped his understanding of manhood, leadership, and faith—especially after a later “born again”…1 Jun 2026 · 1 h 34 min · 27 chapters
175: Setting Up Your Diet To Lean Out & Lose FatHow to set up a diet to lean out and lose fat, emphasizing energy balance, gradual calorie reduction, and practical nutrition timing/macros.25 May 2026 · 1 h 16 min · 27 chapters
174: What Your God-Given Assignment Will Cost You | Noah HerrinPastor Noah Herrin argues that God-given assignment costs something—comfort, control, and sometimes reputation, money, and plans.18 May 2026 · 1 h 20 min · 28 chapters
173: Inside My Mind: Building The FutureNick (BPN founder) shares what he’s been working on and learning in April 2026, focusing on building BPN’s future via new products (carbonated energy drink, creatine chews) and a more research-driven…11 May 2026 · 1 h 14 min · 26 chapters
172: Are You an Asset Or a Liability? | DJ Shipley of GBRSDJ Shipley (GBRS Group co-founder) argues that “tier one” performance comes from commitment to craft, culture, and high-trust standards—not from talent alone or chasing money.4 May 2026 · 1 h 51 min · 52 chapters
171: How Jonny Davies Built Confidence for the G1M UltraJonny Davies prepares for the G1M Ultra (Goldenmore Ultramarathon), focusing on confidence-building through journaling, consistency, and separating emotions from training data.27 Apr 2026 · 1 h 35 min · 44 chapters
170: The Sacrifices Required to Build Something That Lasts | Bailey O'BrienBuilding something that lasts requires sacrifices—time, identity, and comfort—plus consistent routines, strong culture, and the right people in the right roles.20 Apr 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 36 chapters