Ditch the Gimmicks, Train Hard, and Build Real Strength

The Hard Way With Joe De Sena

In this episode, Joe De Sena sits down with fitness expert and Mind Pump co-founder Justin Andrews to cut through the noise and get real about strength, discipline, and building a resilient body and mind. They dive into the biggest fitness myths, the power of hard work, and why modern parenting is failing kids when it comes to health and toughness. From training smarter and staying injury-free to raising kids who embrace challenges instead of screens, this conversation is packed with no-nonsense advice you can apply today. If you’re tired of gimmicks and want real strategies for lasting strength, energy, and resilience, don’t miss this one! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:51 Longtime Friendship & First Encounter 01:30 Fitness Trends & Industry Challenges 02:31 Technology vs. Physical Activity 04:26 The Battle Against Screens 06:09 The Power of Physical Work in Parenting 10:00 The Decline of Hard Work in Society 11:44 Toughening Up the Next Generation 13:49 The Blueprint for an Optimal Day 15:00 Optimal Daily Habits for Health 17:02 Training with Intention & Adapting with Age 20:25 How to find Jason? Connect to Justin: Website: Mind Pump Media Instagram: @mindpumpjustin LinkedIn: Justin Andrews YouTube: Mind Pump TV Twitter/X: MindPump