Tried all the "right" things but still feel stuck in your fitness journey? You're not alone.

In Part 2 of The Rules of the Game, we dive into the final three principles that have nothing to do with trends or genetic gifts—and everything to do with the psychology of lasting change.

Through the story of one client who broke free after years of frustrating yo-yo dieting cycles, these insights illuminate why traditional approaches so often fail us. And somewhere between the science and strategy, Tim explains why Prince Charming would make a terrible fitness coach (despite those impressive—and admittedly attractive—arms).

No quick fixes. No magic solutions. Just hard-earned wisdom from real people who've struggled, stumbled, and finally found their way.

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00:00 - A Peek Inside Tim's Brain

02:35 - Getting the Most Out of this Episode

04:47 - Rule #4

18:37 - Rule #5

29:43 - Rule #6

36:57 - Summary & Conclusion

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Ever notice how some people seem to crack the code of this whole fitness thing while others keep hitting the same walls? After 8 years of coaching clients from all walks of life—different goals, body types, lifestyles, backgrounds—NYC performance coach Tim Landicho has uncovered that success leaves clues.

In this episode (Part 1 of 2), he breaks down the first three unwritten rules of the fitness game. These aren't your typical "eat this, not that" guidelines. These are the deeper principles that determine whether you'll create lasting change or keep spinning your wheels.

Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting out, these rules transcend your specific goals. They're the foundation that makes everything else work.

Get ready to see the game in a whole new light.

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0:00 - Intro & How to Get the Most from this Episode

5:01 - Rule #1

14:59 - Rule #2

25:19 - Rule #3

33:51 - Summary & Next Steps

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Resources:

• The Pause-Button Mentality: https://www.precisionnutrition.com/pause-button-mentality

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You might be asking yourself: "Why the f*ck is balance so hard!?"

And if you're like most of us, you're tired of feeling like you're failing at it. In this episode, we're diving deep into why traditional balance is BS and what to do instead.

We break down an approach called "counterbalancing" and walk through an exercise called The Permission Slip that will shift how you navigate this tension—while showing you why chasing perfect balance might be what's holding you back in the first place.

Whether you're trapped in rigid fitness routines or living for the weekend but feeling unfulfilled, this episode offers a practical framework for finding your sweet spot.

Stop trying to balance it all. Start moving the needle where it matters most.

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1:45 - Recap of Episode 1 and Intro to Episode 2

3:20 - Personal Story and Grounding the Conversation

9:58 - Goals of This Episode

11:29 - The Concept of Counterbalancing

19:03 - Why It’s Not Actually a Balance Problem

21:18 - Example & Framework for Finding Your Starting Point

29:18 - The Athlete-PartyGirl Spectrum

32:34 - Exercise: The Permission Slip

41:17 - Summary
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Resources:

The One Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan: https://the1thing.com/book/

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