E80 - Craig Capurso, IFBB Pro on Faith, Family, and Fitness
Craig Capurso is a professional bodybuilder, disciple of Christ, husband, father, coach, gym owner, fitness model, and author.
Muscle and Fitness Article: https://www.muscleandfitness.com/flexonline/ifbb/craig-capurso-0/
Craig’s “30 Days Out” Extreme Cut Trainer: https://www.bodybuilding.com/workout-plans/about/30-days-out-craig-capurso-extreme-cut-trainer
My Battle Plan Podcast: https://www.got-velocity.com/podcast
Craig’s website: https://craigcapurso.com/
Show notes:
03:30 Craig’s bio and mission.
04:50 Fearing God vs. fearing “man” and stewardship of spiritual gifts.
09:32 The four pillars of faith, family, fitness and fellowship.
10:27 Being authentic and outspoken on gun rights, politics, faith, and other “unpopular” views.
12:18 Classic Physique vs. Men’s Physique: would you ever compete again?
13:30 The time and energy a bodybuilding competition requires, and proper mindset around “winning” going into a show.
20:00 Rebounding after shows; proper mindset around “bulking” and “reverse dieting.”
26:26 Hiring employees, delegating the non-essentials, and making a “vertical priority” list to progress in multiple businesses at the same time, while keeping the focus on faith and family.
33:02 Being intentional about prioritizing “dad-time.” How to identify when to work and when to play.
40:31 The good, the bad, and the ugly of the online coaching industry!
46:42 Craig’s favorite Bible passages that keep him motivated every day.
55:17 How Craig came to faith and became a born-again believer.
1:01:17 How Craig found true happiness in obtaining PEACE (more specifically, “shalom”).
1:02:28 Advice to aspiring specialty gym owners.