159: From Colonics to Technique: Transform Your Fitness

What do colonics, parenting, and perfecting your workout technique have in common? In today’s episode, The Home Team—Jason Khalipa, Gabe Yanez, Dennis Marshall, and Matt DellaValle—tackle it all. From the sometimes uncomfortable conversations about health (yes, we’re talking colonics) to the importance of showing up for your family without a phone in hand, this episode hits the areas that matter most. The crew dives into why being present is key—whether it’s enjoying family dinners, tackling intense fitness challenges, or even navigating new health experiences like a colonic. Plus, they discuss the value of proper technique in the gym, tips for staying safe while lifting, and how to avoid cutting corners in your fitness journey. Join the conversation full of relatable wisdom, plenty of laughs, and actionable takeaways. Watch now to explore how you can fine-tune your health, elevate your fitness mindset, and show up at your best for both your family and yourself! Take our Training Program Quiz and get a 7-Day Trial to the TH App here: https://th.fit/ Code: JKPODCAST for 50% off Lab Work at Blokes: https://blokes.co/jkpodcast Never let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=en Never Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/ NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programming Philanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/ 0:00 Phones at Major Events: Live in the Moment   1:58 Social Media vs. Real-Life Experiences   5:48 Being Present: Prioritizing Experiences Over Videos   7:33 Family Memories and the Value of Photos   11:08 Managing Digital Memories and Missing Key Moments   12:57 Filming Kids and Critiquing Sports Technique   17:00 Intensity in Training: Pros and Cons   18:50 Rowing Form Debate: Power or Proper Technique?   22:12 Intense Training Builds Confidence   23:48 Dennis’s Train Hard Daily Program Details   26:50 Athletic Performance and Camaraderie   28:30 Developing Athletic Ability and Early Indicators   31:47 The Colonic Experience: Vulnerability and Health   36:39 The Emotional Side of Cleansing Experiences   38:35 The Importance of Digestive Health   42:04 Ancient Practices of Digestive Health   43:53 Pyramid Construction and Conspiracy Theories   47:39 Exploring Human Performance Limits   49:32 Elite vs. Average Athletic Performance in Cycling   52:54 Mike Idala’s Impressive Strength   54:43 Lessons from Getting Pinned During Lunges   57:49 Tips for Safe Back Squats and Bench Presses   59:22 Rep and Weight Comparisons Among Friends   1:03:08 Strength Ratios and Performance Variations   1:05:05 A Three-Part Strength Challenge   1:08:26 Community Events and Programs