306 How to Make Better Decisions — Part 1

The Missing Piece

#Fitness #Paul & Angie Lyngso #Angie Lyngso

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Squid Game is back—and this time, the knives are out. In the thrilling Season 3 premiere, Player 456 is spiraling and a brutal round of hide-and-seek forces players to kill or be killed. Hosts Phil Yu and Kiera Please break down Gi-hun’s descent into vengeance, Guard 011’s daring betrayal of the Game, and the shocking moment players are forced to choose between murdering their friends… or dying. Then, Carlos Juico and Gavin Ruta from the Jumpers Jump podcast join us to unpack their wild theories for the season. Plus, Phil and Kiera face off in a high-stakes round of “Hot Sweet Potato.” SPOILER ALERT! Make sure you watch Squid Game Season 3 Episode 1 before listening on. Play one last time. IG - @SquidGameNetflix X (f.k.a. Twitter) - @SquidGame Check out more from Phil Yu @angryasianman , Kiera Please @kieraplease and the Jumpers Jump podcast Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts . Squid Game: The Official Podcast is produced by Netflix and The Mash-Up Americans.…

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And the best part is you can put this versatile framework to work today—in business, life, fitness, and beyond. By understanding trade-offs and focusing on intentional action, his framework will help you be more decisive as you build the life that's authentically in line the person you truly want to be.
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306 How to Make Better Decisions — Part 1

The Missing Piece

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318 Build a Fitness Foundation for Long-Term Success 14:17

18 weeks ago14:17

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Forget the gimmicks and shortcuts—in this episode, Paul takes aim at the fitness industry’s obsession with hacks and quick fixes and shows you how building a foundation based on clarity, education, and systems is the only way to level up your fitness. Paul dives deep into his pyramid philosophy and explains why understanding your goals, assessing your current situation, and implementing systems is the only path to sustainable results. This episode isn’t just about workouts—it’s about mindset, ownership, and building habits (even beyond the gym) that stand the test of time. Whether you're just getting started or trying to level up, Paul offers practical wisdom and a deeper look into his six-month coaching program designed to help you build a lifelong foundation of health and strength. Tune in and start playing your own game—because transformation begins with knowing why you do what you do. Instagram reel mentioned in the podcast (how to level up with a banana peel): https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFyEFbRxJ23/?igsh=a2l2OG0zdHB1dGZ2 Coaching Program: If this episode resonated with you, Paul is opening cohorts for online and in-person coaching to help you build the strong foundation you need to reach your fitness goals. Visit his site and subscribe to his newsletter to learn more. You can also shoot him a DM on Instagram or Facebook. Connect with Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/ Ready for more? Subscribe to Paul's newsletter at https://thegoodshit.info/…

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317 Stop Procrastination Today 12:18

19 weeks ago12:18

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Tomorrow is a lie. In this episode, Paul discusses the trap of "someday" thinking and how it prevents you from taking action in your. He shares a revelation he had a few years ago when he realized he would never read all the books on his list or accomplish all his dreams if he kept postponing them. Paul also gives you a few practical steps and mindset shifts to break free from procrastinating on your goals so that you live without regrets. And if you're finally ready to level up your fitness, Paul is opening cohorts for online and in-person coaching. Visit his site and join his newsletter to learn more. You can also shoot him a DM on Instagram or Facebook. Follow Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/ Ready for more? Subscribe to Paul's newsletter at https://thegoodshit.info/…

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316 Building Real Confidence 21:34

20 weeks ago21:34

21:34

In this episode of The Missing Piece , Paul explores how fear of embracing true confidence can sabotage fitness journeys and personal growth. He reveals how building confidence means standing firm in your values, setting boundaries, and being willing to risk rejection — even if it means losing some people along the way. Paul also examines the “underdog” mindset and how it can actually hurt you. While playing small may feel safer, real growth demands the courage to follow through on commitments and fearlessly pursue what you truly want. Finally, Paul challenges you to think about three powerful questions: Are you willing to be confident? Are you willing to make that trade-off? Are you willing to lose some people to gain respect for yourself? If you’ve struggled to own your potential or felt pressure to play it safe, this episode will inspire you to embrace your worth and go all in. Ready to get serious about building your physique? Paul is opening cohorts for online and in-person coaching. Visit his site and join his newsletter to learn more! You can also shoot him a DM over at https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/ Follow Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Ready for more? Subscribe to Paul's newsletter: at https://thegoodshit.info/…

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315 Principles for a Fit Body and Mind | Book Launch Interview with Angie Lyngso 52:21

21 weeks ago52:21

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Paul kicks off this episode with a couple of huge announcements about his training program and book. Speaking of Paul's book, click here to sign up to become an early reader and learn all the details. Paul's book will be available to the general public in April, but this episode will give you a preview of how it can revolutionize your fitness and the rest of your life through simple, practical principles. Paul will discuss how his learnings from running a brick-and-mortar gym and building a successful online coaching business have influenced his fitness principles today. He'll also share some key themes from his book including building confidence, the central role fitness principles play in building your legacy, and so much more. Follow Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/ Ready for more? Subscribe to Paul's newsletter: at https://thegoodshit.info/…

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314 Fitness as a Path to Freedom 11:51

22 weeks ago11:51

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Fitness is more than just a way to look good and build muscle. It can be a path to freedom and confidence to play your own game in life—not just the gym. In this episode, Paul dives into how and why fitness has the power to change your life from the inside out. He'll talk about how fitness builds personal responsibility, sharpens decision-making, and builds real confidence through consistency. If you've been bogged down by hesitation, self-doubt, and the feeling of being stuck, this episode may be what you've been waiting for. Your physical results are just the beginning—the real power lies in who you become through the process. Follow Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/ Ready for more? Subscribe to Paul's newsletter: at https://thegoodshit.info/ Reading to get serious about building your physique? Paul is opening cohorts for online and in-person coaching soon. Sign up for his mailing list to be the first to know when spots are open.…

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313 Work Smarter, Then Harder 12:12

23 weeks ago12:12

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Most people think success in fitness—or any personal transformation—is about grinding harder. But what if you could get better results by working smarter ? In this episode, Paul breaks down his Define, Align, Amplify framework—a strategic approach to achieving fitness goals with maximum efficiency. Learn how to: ✅ Define your clear objectives, so you stop spinning your wheels ✅ Align your approach to maximize results with minimal wasted effort ✅ Amplify your progress when you’re ready to push harder It’s not about pushing to exhaustion or all-out workouts every time—that’s a one-way ticket to burnout. Instead, Paul shares how to find leverage points that make your efforts go further so you can build a lasting transformation. If you're tired of feeling stuck or frustrated with slow progress, this episode will change how you think about fitness, strategy, and success. Follow Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/ Ready for more? Subscribe to Paul's newsletter! Sign up at his website at https://thegoodshit.info/ Need guidance executing or building the right fitness plan for you? Paul is opening cohorts for online and in-person coaching soon! To stay in the know, be sure to sign up at the link above.…

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312 Why Your Workouts Aren’t Working (And How to Fix Them) 15:36

24 weeks ago15:36

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In this episode, Paul breaks down the Pareto Principle in fitness, revealing how 80% of your results come from just 20% of your efforts. He challenges our obsession with overcomplicated routines, arguing that many people get lost in the weeds—worrying about supplements and meal timing—while ignoring the fundamentals that drive progress. Paul simplifies what truly matters for gaining muscle, losing fat, and even sports performance. If you’ve ever felt buried by the mountain of conflicting fitness advice, this episode is your wake-up call: ditch the fluff and focus on what works. If you liked this episode, subscribe to Paul's newsletter for more! Sign up at his website at https://thegoodshit.info/ And if you need guidance executing or building the right fitness plan for you, Paul will be opening cohorts for online and in-person coaching. To stay in the know, be sure to sign up at the link above. Follow Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/…

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311 Crafting Your Fitness Blueprint 19:23

25 weeks ago19:23

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In this episode of The Missing Piece , Paul breaks down the key to long-term fitness success: having a strategy that evolves with you. Instead of relying on short-term challenges or quick-fix programs, he walks through the importance of balancing intensity and duration in training, structuring the year with strategic periods of high and low intensity, and aligning your workouts with your goals—whether that’s aesthetics, performance, or longevity. Using his own 2025 fitness blueprint as a model, Paul shares how he plans to approach the year, including prepping for a specific endurance event as his main performance goal. If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of burnout or inconsistent progress, this episode will help you build a sustainable fitness plan that works for you. If you liked this episode, you can subscribe to Paul's newsletter for more. Just visit Paul's website at https://thegoodshit.info/ for more details and to sign up. And if you need guidance executing or building the right fitness plan for you, Paul will be opening cohorts for online and in-person coaching. To stay in the know, be sure to sign up at his website. Follow Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/…

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310 How to avoid fitness burnout 18:09

26 weeks ago18:09

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In this episode of The Missing Piece , Paul explains why drastic fitness overhauls fail and how a smarter, more sustainable approach leads to real results. Instead of burning out on extreme changes, he introduces you to his stair-step approach that easy easy to implement, gets results, and will serve you for the long haul. He lays out a clear, step-by-step strategy that you can start implementing today over several phases to get you shredded without cutting out all your favorite things or spending 5 days a week in the gym. Tune in to learn how to avoid burnout, stay consistent, and effortlessly make fitness a part of your life. If you liked this episode, you need to subscribe to Paul's newsletter. Just visit Paul's website at https://thegoodshit.info/ for more details and to sign up. Paul's also opening cohorts for online and in-person coaching. To stay in the know, be sure to sign up at his website. Follow Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/…

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309 The Missing Piece to Endless Motivation 16:17

27 weeks ago16:17

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Paul is back for round 2 of this deep dive into self-determination theory and how it can transform your fitness and life by helping you tap into an endless source of motivation. He breaks down the three pillars of self-determination—autonomy, competence, and community—and why they’re the missing pieces to achieving your goals. If you liked this episode, you're going to love the newsletter. To learn more and sign up, visit Paul's website at https://thegoodshit.info/ Follow Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/…

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308 Self-Determination Principles for Fitness and Life 21:25

28 weeks ago21:25

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Paul explores motivation through the lens of self-determination theory. Drawing on years of experience in the fitness industry, he unpacks the three psychological pillars essential for fulfillment: autonomy, competence, and relatedness. These principles, Paul argues, not only transform how we approach fitness but also offer insights into fostering long-lasting motivation in every aspect of life. Paul shares his journey of adapting these principles in his coaching practice, moving beyond the surface-level goal of simply motivating clients to helping them harness their inner drive. He demonstrates how understanding these pillars can shift how you set and achieve goals, making the pursuit of health, productivity, or personal growth more effective, meaningful, and sustainable. Whether you're looking to excel in fitness, improve your mindset, or redefine success, this episode will give you a powerful framework to align your actions with who you truly are. If you liked this episode, you're going to love the newsletter. To learn more and sign up, visit Paul's website at https://thegoodshit.info/ Follow Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/…

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307 How to Make Better Decisions — Part 2 17:48

29 weeks ago17:48

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Paul dives into part two of his decision-making framework, applying it specifically to fitness. Whether your goals center on longevity, aesthetics, or performance, Paul breaks down how to clarify your goals and get focused on what you want to achieve—be it building muscle, improving endurance, or boosting athletic performance. Putting his decision-making framework into practice, Paul explains the importance of defining your personal “rules of engagement,” emphasizing how aligning fitness activities with your values, preferences, and available resources makes them more enjoyable and sustainable. He also outlines how to set clear parameters and KPIs (key performance indicators) to measure progress and know when it’s time to adjust your strategy. Drawing from his own experience, Paul shares how he overcame his aversion to running by using more effective motivations like races (and history podcasts!) to make his running program gratifying and fun. By the end of the episode, you’ll be equipped with actionable insights to design a fitness program tailored to your goals, ensuring each workout is effective and aligned with your preferences and goals. If you liked this episode, you're going to love Paul's newsletter. To learn more and sign up, visit his website at: https://thegoodshit.info/ Follow Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/…

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306 How to Make Better Decisions — Part 1 13:58

29 weeks ago13:58

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In this episode, Paul talks about how your decisions make you the person you are—and how to avoid the overthinking trap that keeps people from living authentically. To help you overcome information overload, overthinking, and making decisions by default rather than your own value system, Paul will walk you through a 3-step framework for making consistent and confident decisions. And the best part is you can put this versatile framework to work today—in business, life, fitness, and beyond. By understanding trade-offs and focusing on intentional action, his framework will help you be more decisive as you build the life that's authentically in line the person you truly want to be. If you liked this episode, sign up for Paul's newsletter at: https://thegoodshit.info/ Follow Paul Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/…

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305 The Training Split for an Aesthetic Physique 15:28

30 weeks ago15:28

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In this episode, Paul gets straight into the nuts and bolts of building an aesthetic physique. Picking up from episode 304, he emphasizes that looking good is not about chasing six-pack abs or bulking up until you’re “shirt-on big.” Instead, it’s about dialing in your proportions to create a balanced, visually appealing physique—whether you’re in a suit, at the beach, or anywhere in between. Drawing inspiration from the Golden Ratio, Paul explains how these timeless principles of harmony and proportion apply to men’s shoulder-to-waist ratio and women’s hip-to-waist ratio as the foundation for aesthetic goals. But it’s not just theory—Paul delivers actionable insights on achieving these goals. He'll give you a basic workout split to build music and the principles you need to customize your plan to suit your unique goals, preferences, and schedule. Free Resource: The Golden Ratio (PDF) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1q2m3MLa2lOoObO66Gb-V6Qp_mt8Ke6yW/view Timestamps: 00:01 Introduction to the aesthetics series and the importance of understanding the philosophy behind fitness and aesthetics 05:50 The golden ratio and why it's a better goal than scale weight or body fat percentage. 10:00 The strategy behind improving the key proportions (shoulder-to-waist ratio for men, hip-to-waist ratio for women) 13:00 Practical nutrition and lifting split and strategies to optimize your physique Follow Paul Online: Website: https://thegoodshit.info/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-lyngso-b3963120b/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1923456& Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.lyngso/…

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304 Permission to Flex: Why Looking Good Is a Great Fitness Goal 22:29

30 weeks ago22:29