The G3X Podcast EP 36: From Overweight to Bodybuilder with Armando

In this episode of The G3X Podcast, I sat down with Armando to uncover his incredible journey from being overweight to embracing discipline in the military, and ultimately transforming into a competitive bodybuilder and fitness trainer. Armando opened up about the mental and physical hurdles he faced, the lessons learned from his military days, and how bodybuilding pushed his mindset to a new level. We talked about the power of short-term goals, the importance of rest and coaching, and how social media often distorts our expectations. What stood out most was Armando’s heart for helping others and building a supportive community around wellness and growth. His story is a testimony to how endurance, faith, and discipline can create powerful change. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and tap the bell so you never miss a conversation filled with purpose and transformation. Stay connected and keep grinding with grace. Follow Armando on social: https://www.instagram.com/caliberfitfl https://www.instagram.com/caliberfitnessllc Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:36 Armando's Fitness Journey 10:41 Transition to Military and Fitness Challenges 18:08 Bodybuilding Journey and Competition Insights 21:16 The Intensity of Bodybuilding Workouts 23:36 The Mental and Physical Challenges of Bodybuilding 26:30 The Importance of Nutrition and Hydration 29:28 The Day of the Competition: Preparation and Mindset 35:51 Reflections on Competition and Future Goals 38:14 The Importance of Rest and Recovery 39:41 Transitioning to Coaching: Armando's Journey 42:24 Building Community and Support Systems 45:20 The Impact of Social Media on Fitness Expectations 47:47 Mindset Mistakes in Training 55:35 Embracing the Journey: Life Lessons from Jiu-Jitsu New episodes of The G3X Podcast drop every Friday at 10AM EST on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! Follow G3X Fitness: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/g3x_fitness/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/g3xfitness/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@g3xfitness Threads: https://www.threads.net/@g3x_fitness Snapchat: https://snapchat.com/t/C4YzVOEG X (Twitter): https://x.com/g3xfitness BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/g3xfitness.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/g3x-fitness/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/328XYIL3tkDmUfZicaLT48?si=44f1c303d04b48d8 Listen on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-g3x-podcast-god-gym-grind-unfiltered/id1789874680 Visit our site for all kinds of God Gym Grind merch: https://g3xfitness.com/ Join me on Whatnot for live merch drops! Sign up using my referral link and get a $15 bonus on your first purchase! Plus, you’ll auto-follow me and be first in line to catch the drops https://whatnot.com/invite/g3xfitness Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up here: https://g3xfitness.com/pages/the-g3x-podcast Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and share! We’re building a community of warriors living the God Gym Grind lifestyle every day. #fitness,#bodybuilding,#military,#personaltraining,#mindset,#health,#wellness,#jujitsu,#community,#support,#g3xfitness,#godgymgrind,#theg3xpodcast