#348: From Felonies to Fitness with Doug Bopst

Doug Bopst is an award winning personal trainer, author, speaker, and business owner.   A former felon and drug addict, he achieved his credentials through his personal journey of transformation.  With a lot of help from an unlikely mentor, he used his time locked up in jail to beat his demons and reinvent himself.   Keeping a promise he made to his mentor and former cellmate, Doug has helped hundreds of people improve their lives through the power of fitness.   Listen as we discuss:   Doug's past struggles with childhood obesity, anxiety, and drug addiction.  [3:09] Why the darkest day of his life turned into his biggest blessing.  [9:28] How an incarcerated Tyler Durden helped change Doug's life. [12:15] How exercise helped him overcome his anger and pain.  [21:41] The importance of having mentors and people who believe in you.  [22:34] How did he transition from spending time in jail to becoming a successful trainer?  [26:13] Mastermind groups - the power of paying to get in the room.  [29:12] How to meet people of influence and build relationships with them.  [32:10] How to establish and keep habits that will make you successful.  [35:18] His tips for practicing gratitude and surrounding yourself with the right people.  [38:27] What can you do to improve your confidence and build your self-esteem?  [41:57] His biggest key to success summed up in two words.  [44:33] Beware; these things are making you worse, not better...  [48:11] How to know when you've outgrown your circle.  [50:41] More effective tips for getting around successful people.  [54:17] His daily non-negotiables.  [1:00:02] This episode is brought to you by Trifecta Nutrition.  Make sticking to your nutrition plan simpler with organic, ready to eat and macro balanced meals shipped safely to your door! Go to TrifectaNutrition.com/Renegade and use the code 'RENEGADE' to save 30% off your first order!  This episode is also brought to you by Cured Nutrition.  Cured Rise is a caffeine-free daytime CBD nootropic supplement.  Infused with 9mg of Broad Spectrum CBD extract, it encourages sustained wakefulness and focus and promotes stress resilience.  Their newest product, Aura, is the only supplement formulated to heal, seal, & protect your gut.  It safeguards your gut lining, encourages a healthy gut microbiome, boosts immune function, improves nutrient absorption, reduces bloat, and improves your mood.   Click HERE to get yours today and use the coupon code, "Renegade" for a 15% discount.