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Dec 2023
57m 7s

Breaking Free with Doug Bopst

Dr. Tara Swart Bieber
About this episode

Tara sits down with Doug Bopst, an award-winning personal trainer, author, speaker and entrepreneur who used his felony drug conviction to transform himself into a fitness guru and inspirational guide. They explore the difficult task of coming to terms with a reality you can no longer accept, and the journey to reestablish physical and emotional well-being.

Follow Doug Bopst on Social Media:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougbopst/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dougbopst1

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst/

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Work with Doug Bopst: https://dougbopst.com/  

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Listen to "The Adversity Advantage With Doug Bopst" Podcast: https://dougbopst.com/podcast/

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Follow Dr. Tara on Social Media:

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