• Get Out of the Rabbit Hole & Take Control of Your Life - Ep 136
    2025/02/26

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    Imagine this: You’ve got just six months left.

    No more time for distractions. No more chasing meaningless goals. What would you focus on? What truly matters?

    Most people live like a dog chasing rabbits… always running, never catching.

    They jump from one thing to another, never making real progress in their fitness, career, or personal life.

    And then? Years pass. Nothing changes.

    In this episode, Andy breaks down why distractions are killing your success, and how to laser-focus on what actually moves the needle in your health, business, and life.

    If you’re done wasting time on things that don’t bring real fulfillment, hit play now.

    This episode might just change everything. 💪

    “You will complete and achieve so much more if you pick a single task and go after that one thing.” – Andy Naylor


    In This Episode:

    • What is the highest-paid activity that you can undertake?
    • The reason you must stop chasing after rabbits and focus on one goal
    • How to improve your focus and accomplish your goals
    • The ‘rabbits’ of diets, training & work
    • How to focus with a poor attention span

    … and much more!


    Another brand new episode going at you next week - dropping Wednesday

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    16 分
  • Tap Into Your WHY for an Unfair Advantage [Do This Now] - Ep 135
    2025/02/19

    Why do you do the things you do? Why do you work so hard? Why do you want to have a great body, more money, and build an empire? Why?

    Understanding your WHY is crucial to your success. A goal without a WHY is going to fail. Without a deep reason, the first challenge will halt you in your tracks. So be constantly focused on your WHY. How can you do that?


    This episode will show you exactly how to discover your WHY, how you can use it for an unfair advantage, and the steps you can take to put everything together to become unstoppable.


    “We move towards that which we focus on. So put your WHYs out there.” - Andy Naylor


    In This Episode:

    • What is a WHY? Discover your deep reason for achieving something
    • How can you use your WHY for an unfair advantage?
    • Breaking down your WHY and the steps you must take to achieve your goal

    … and much more!


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    20 分
  • If You’re Stuck, It’s YOUR Fault (Wake-Up Call) - Ep 134
    2025/02/12

    WARNING: This episode might be hard to hear, but it could change your life.

    We all want to look great, feel powerful, and be respected.

    First impressions matter.

    When you walk into a room, your presence speaks before you do, and your body, energy, and confidence play a massive role in how people perceive you.

    But the brutal reality is that If you're out of shape, low on energy, and stuck... it's YOUR FAULT.

    No one else is to blame. Not your job. Not your family. Not your age. Just you.

    You can stay stuck, making excuses.

    Or you can own it, step up, and become the person you need to be.

    In this episode, Andy breaks down exactly what's holding you back and how to flip the switch starting today.

    “Your life is in your hands, no one else's. It is, in fact, your fault and yours alone that you have not yet reached your goals.” – Andy Naylor

    

    In This Episode:

    • The difference between the goal and who it will allow you to become
    • What this could mean for you
    • What's it going to take?

    … and much more!


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    13 分
  • STOP Doing Cardio Until You Listen To This - Ep 133
    2025/02/05

    Should you grind it out on the treadmill or focus purely on lifting?

    In this episode, Andy Naylor breaks down the cardio debate once and for all.

    The pros, the cons, and whether skipping it is sabotaging your gains.

    Including insights on whether cardio helps or hurts muscle growth, the link between VO2 Max and longevity and what type of cardio you should be focused on.

    Don’t make the same mistakes everyone else does, listen to this this before your next workout.

    Subscribe now to never miss an episode!

    “The human body is an incredible machine and it’s made to be used. Not sat in front of the telly or in front of a screen. Use it.” – Andy Naylor


    In This Episode:

    • What is considered cardiovascular activity
    • Positives of including cardio in your program
    • The correlation between VO2Max and longevity
    • Main limitations associated with cardio
    • Positives of NOT including cardio in your program
    • Main limitations associated with NOT including cardio
    • Cardio periodization to achieve your best physique

    … and much more!


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    22 分
  • The Best Training Split for Rapid Gains: Full Body or Body Part? - Ep 132
    2025/01/29

    Busy running the world but still want to look like you run the gym too?

    This podcast is for you.

    In this episode, Andy tackles the ultimate training dilemma:

    Full Body Workouts vs. Body Part Splits.

    Watch this episode to learn the pros & cons of each approach and how to match your workout style to your busy schedule.

    Plus insider tips to maximize results whether you’re at home, a hotel gym, or between meetings.

    No fluff.

    No time-wasting.

    Hit play, take notes, and discover how to work out smarter, not harder.

    Watch now & subscribe to never miss an episode!

    “I don’t care if I’m advanced or not. I’m very focused on doing the best I can when I go to the gym. I know what I’m capable of, I know what my weaknesses are and that’s what I work on.” – Andy Naylor

    In This Episode:

    • Benefits of full body training splits
    • Main limitations associated with full body training splits
    • Benefits of body parts training splits
    • Main limitations associated with body parts training splits
    • Andy’s current training program and why it works for him

    … and much more!

    Another brand new episode going at you next week - dropping Wednesday

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    24 分
  • Squats or Leg Press? The Ultimate Guide to Bigger, Stronger Legs - Ep 131
    2025/01/22

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    Are you team Squats or team Leg Press? 🏋️‍♂️

    In this explosive episode of The Optimal Alpha Podcast_,_ Andy dives deep into the debate discussing biomechanics, muscle activation, and real-world results to uncover which exercise is best for impressive gains.

    Whether you're chasing strength, size, or functionality, this episode will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about training.

    Get ready to be enlightened, entertained, and PUMPED for your next leg day. Let’s settle this age-old debate once and for all!

    Watch now and choose your side!

    “Everybody should be able to do some degree of a squat, but to really progress leg development you got to have good biomechanics” – Andy Naylor

    In This Episode:

    • Benefits of the squat
    • Main limitations associated with squatting
    • Benefits of the leg press
    • Main limitations associated with the leg press
    • Andy’s view on the best exercise choice for leg development

    … and much more!

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    19 分
  • Build a Monster Back: Pull-Ups or Pulldowns? - Ep 130
    2025/01/15

    Join Andy as he delves into the effectiveness of pull-ups versus pulldowns and what’s best to build a massive back.

    Drawing from his own experiences and expert insights, Andy explores the nuances of each exercise, highlighting key factors such as muscle activation, suitability, regression and progression.

    Both have their functions in a good training program, but they have different benefits… and limitations.

    Whether you're a seasoned gym-goer or a fitness novice, this episode offers valuable insights to help you achieve your goals and build a strong back.

    “I’ve seen the biggest difference when I moved into single arm work for my back. That’s where I really get a strong mind-muscle connection.” – Andy Naylor

    Tune in and take your training to new heights!

    In This Episode:

    • Benefits of pull-ups
    • Main limitations associated with pull-ups
    • Benefits of pulldowns
    • Main limitations associated with pulldowns
    • Andy’s view on the best exercise choice for back development

    … and much more!


    Another brand new episode going at you next week - dropping Wednesday

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    17 分
  • 15 Ways You Failed Fat Loss In 2024 - Ep 129
    2025/01/08

    Did you fail at losing weight last year?

    If you didn’t see results, or gained it all back, you're not alone.

    Fat loss is more than just “calories in, calories out.”

    It’s about mastering the right approach.

    In today’s episode, Andy breaks down the top 15 reasons why your 2024 weight loss efforts failed and reveals the key 'ingredients' to not only lose fat, but to also keep it off for good.

    You’re busy. Life is hectic. But lasting fat loss is possible with smarter, sustainable strategies.

    “There are no shortcuts and you should not be looking for shortcuts. If you are, you’re doomed to fail. We can accelerate progress toward something, but don’t go looking for shortcuts. They don’t work.” – Andy Naylor

    In This Episode:

    • How misinformation about nutrition hinders progress
    • The impact of mental health challenges on having a clear direction
    • Calories in VS calories out (CICO)
    • Chronic sleep deprivation and its consequences
    • Medication side effects related to weight gain
    • Intense training won’t fix a bad diet
    • How plateaus are mismanaged with extreme changes
    • How to overcome social pressure
    • The significant weight gain caused by emotional eating
    • Custom meal plans need to evolve with time
    • People lie to themselves about being in a caloric deficit
    • How good hydration is essential for fat loss
    • How splitting the week in two is wrong
    • Managing stress levels enhances fat loss
    • Focusing on weight loss hinders fat loss

    … and much more!

    Another brand new episode going at you next week - dropping Wednesday

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    33 分