Ep 342 - Inside the Minds of Top Athletes and Industry Leaders | Fit Expo L.A. 2025

This week on the Escape Your Limits podcast, we're bringing you a special midweek episode. We took the podcast to Fit Expo in Los Angeles, California, where we connected with industry leaders and explored cutting-edge ideas shaping the future of fitness. During our time at the show, we interviewed some of the leading experts and athletes including: Guy Cisternino Jr., 7x IFBB Pro Champ  @GuyCisternino Martins Licis, World's Strongest Man, 2019  @MartinsLicis Jon Kodak, Body Architect/Stretch Artist/Entrepreneur/Actor - Instagram @worldofkodak Billy Reilich, Competitive Bodybuilder - Instagram @billreilich Joe Ventress,  @Stillswolejv Mark Harley, Fitness Coach  @HellaMarkHarley Keone Pearson, 2x 212 Mr. Olympia  @keone_prodigy1 Lola Montez, IFBB Figure Pro 5x Olympian - Instagram @fit_lolamontez Lexi Lutz, Bikini Competitor  @lexinicolex  In this episode, we dive into a wide range of topics, including: Latest trends in equipment, training, nutrition, and social media. Training Styles – From stone lifting to joint-friendly methods, with a focus on effective equipment. Nutrition and Supplements – Diverse diets, from high-protein to vegan, plus key supplements. Social Media Influence – Fitness figures use platforms for education, engagement, and transparency. Beyond Bodybuilding – Athletes explore jujitsu, boxing, and new competition goals. Coaching & Learning – Experts, podcasts, and coaches are essential for progress. To learn more about Fit Expo, click here: https://thefitexpo.com/  ====================================================== Subscribe to our YouTube channel and turn on your notifications so you never miss a new video when it's published: https://www.youtube.com/user/EscapeFitness Shop gym equipment: https://escapefitness.com/shop View our full catalog: https://escapefitness.com/support/catalog (US) https://escapefitness.com/support/catalogue (UK)  ====================================================== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Escapefitness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapefitness Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/escapefitness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/escapefitness/   0:00 Intro 0:55 Guy Cisternino Jr., 7x IFBB Pro Champ 8:27 Martins Licis, World's Strongest Man, 2019 10:33 Billy Reilich, Competitive Bodybuilder 12:09 Joe Ventress 17:50 Jon Kodak, Body Architect/Stretch Artist/Entrepreneur/Actor 19:46 Mark Harley, Fitness Coach 29:06 Lola Montez, IFBB Figure Pro 5x Olympian 37:07 Keone Pearson, 2x 212 Mr. Olympia 40:02 Lexi Lutz, Bikini Competitor