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Mike O’Hearn

  • Why he was bred for bodybuilding. (2:06)

  • Growing up in a big family. (3:44)

  • The guy who likes the journey will do better than the man who wants the destination. (5:28)

  • Why he decided to go natural. (8:15)

  • Tips for continuing to perform long-term. (14:33)

  • How much has having a child changed his life? (17:53)

  • Why he appreciates being an older father. (22:14)

  • The drastic changes in gym culture. (24:42)

  • Favorite workout partners. (28:37)

  • His unique friendship with Stan Efferding. (32:31)

  • Nutrition advice for longevity. (35:07)

  • His transition from stage to screen. (39:24)

  • His experience on American Gladiators. (41:02)

  • “It’s not the shows that win it, it’s what you do with yourself, your personality/image.” His mindset behind building his wealth outside of fitness. (46:21)

  • The impact of his partner. (51:13)

  • Does working out get better as you get older? (54:10)

  • Put yourself around high-performing people. (59:29)

  • Being the ‘meme’ guy. (1:05:47)

  • “The finance shouldn’t outride the energy.” (1:07:19)

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