Diet Fads, Social Media Filters, and Sustainable Fitness (ft. Max Weisenthal)

Max Weisenthal and I discuss the evolution of fitness trends, from CrossFit and Paleo diets to social media filters and coaching red flags. Max shares his journey from video game content creator to aspiring bodybuilder and coach, diving into diet myths, fitness fads, and advice for beginners and seasoned lifters. Max's InstagramMy InstagramMy TwitterMy TikTokMy FacebookMy YouTube channelMy articlesClick here to inquire about working with me onlineClick here for a free workout plan or fat loss guideSubscribe to my newsletterMy online calorie calculator Timestamps:(01:13) Max’s Journey: From CrossFit to Bodybuilding(03:53) How Max’s Friend Inspired Him to Start Fitness(06:31) Paleo Diet: The Good, the Bad, and Why He Stopped(09:57) Leo’s Early Fitness Journey with MyFitnessPal(12:31) Social Media Filters: Norway’s Legislation and Fitness(14:39) Diet Fads Over the Decades: From Atkins to Keto(17:13) Challenges of Eliminating Food Groups for Fat Loss(20:29) The CrossFit Community: Lessons and Intensity(24:45) Why Progressive Overload Matters for Beginners(27:11) Mistakes in Fitness: The Role of Experience in Growth(30:31) Sustainable Fitness: Flexibility and Calorie Ranges(34:19) Why Experience Is Key for Coaches(37:06) What to Look for in a Good Fitness Coach(40:12) The Consistency Calendar: A Game-Changer for Progress(43:18) Diet and Training Adjustments: Tools for Longevity(46:26) Closing Advice from Max: Start Small, Think Long-Term(48:01) Where to Find Max Weisenthal and Leo Alves