The Full Cup Mindset

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Today's Programming 

• Movement: 12 Minute AMRAP

• Quote: Pike on what remains 

• Lesson: The full-cup mindset

• Optimization: Health care for health-conscious individuals

Today's Movement 

Complete as a 12-Minute AMRAP (As Many Rounds as Possible):

• 10 Kettlebell Swings (53/35 lbs)

• 15 Wall Balls (20/14 lbs)

• 20 Double-Unders

Today's Quote

What you build for yourself fades—but what you give to others lasts forever.

Your legacy isn’t in trophies, titles, or wealth—it’s in the lives you’ve impacted. Every lesson shared, every door opened, every moment invested in someone else ripples beyond you.

Success is temporary, but the people you lift up will carry your impact forward.

Today's Lesson Learned

The Full Cup Mindset:

I keep coming back to a simple truth:

Give more than you take.

When your cup is overflowing—whether that’s with energy, wisdom, opportunities, or support—share it. Because one day, when your cup is half-full (or completely empty), you’ll want someone to do the same for you.

I know this firsthand because I’ve been on both sides of that equation.

When My Cup Was Empty, Someone Filled It

Years ago, I was grinding, trying to build something real—my brand, my business, my identity in Colorado, and the fitness space. I had the work ethic, the drive, the passion. But I was also filled with a ton of uncertainty and doubt. I questioned if I was on the right path, if I was making the right moves, if this was all going to work out.

And then I met Matthew Bickel in the sauna, who’s since become one of my closest friends.

Bickel didn’t just give me advice—he gave me a new perspective on how to be in the world.

I’ll never forget one conversation in particular. We were sitting outside after a workout, and I was venting about feeling stuck. I had all these ideas, but I wasn’t sure how to execute them.

He looked at me and said, “You’re overcomplicating it. You’re already doing the work—just be more intentional about sharing it. People want to see the process, not just the end result.”

That hit me hard.

Up until that point, I thought I had to wait until I had everything figured out before I shared my journey. But Bickel made me realize that the journey itself was the thing people connected with. That vulnerability, that openness—it wasn’t a weakness.

It was what makes the work meaningful.

Beyond that, he taught me how to welcome people in.

Bickel has this way of making you feel like you belong—whether you’ve been in his world for years or you just met him five minutes ago. He gives with no expectation of anything in return. No ego. No agenda. Just a deep belief that life is better when you bring people in instead of keeping them out.

That was a huge shift for me.

Because I had always been someone who worked hard and kept my head down, focused on my own path. But watching Bickel, learning from him, and seeing how much impact he created just by being generous with his time and energy—it changed me.

I started opening up more.

Saying yes to people who wanted to learn. Making space for others in my life. Giving, not because I expected anything back, but because someone had once done the same for me.

And the more I did that, the more I realized—it always comes back around.

So when my cup started to overflow, I knew exactly what I had to do.

When Someone Else Needed It, I Paid It Forward

A few years ago, I met Sterling Grinnell.

I remember the first time we connected—his energy was undeniable. He had the hunger, the curiosity, the willingness to work. But he was also in a transition. Like so many of us at some point, he was figuring out what was next.

At the time, Sterling was just getting into training, pushing his body in ways he never had before. The more workouts he joined, the more I could see the shift happening—physically, mentally. He was leveling up, not just in fitness, but in life.

He was building discipline, finding structure, and realizing what he was truly capable of.

But what stood out the most? He was all in. We started having more conversations—about training, about life, about how to take that same work ethic and apply it beyond the gym.

And somewhere along the way, he became family.

That’s what happens when you surround yourself with people who are fully committed—not just to their own growth, but to the people around them. Sterling didn’t just transform himself physically—he completely changed his life.

And what’s been even more incredible to watch?

The way he’s taken that same focus, that same relentless energy, and channeled it into his craft. Because now, Sterling has become one of the most talented videographers and photographers out there.

(He’s the one who helps with my weekly YouTube videos).

I’ve watched him evolve, sharpening his skills, telling stories through his lens in a way that makes you feel something. He’s not just capturing moments—he’s creating experiences. The same way he approached training with discipline and precision, he’s now applying to his work behind the camera.

And the best part? He’s just getting started.

Watching his growth, seeing the way he’s stepped into his own, has been one of the most rewarding things. Because I know that just like I once needed Bickel, and just like Sterling once needed a little direction, he’s going to be that person for someone else soon.

That’s the full-cup moment.

Because one day, Sterling’s going to meet someone who reminds him of himself. Someone hungry, talented, and uncertain. And I already know what he’ll do—he’ll pour into them, the same way we poured into him.

That’s how life works.

We all go through seasons where we need someone to show up for us. And when the good times come, it’s on us to do the same for others. I always tell myself:

• The good times won’t last.

• The bad times won’t last.

The only constant is the impact we leave on others.

Wherever you are right now—on top of the world or fighting your way up—just know:

It won’t last. But what do you do with it? That sticks.

• If your cup is full, share it.

• If your cup is empty, trust that it won’t always be.

Grateful for the people who have helped me. Grateful for the people I get to help. Grateful to be on this journey with all of you.

P.S. Take a second and think—who’s been that person for you? Who helped you when you needed it most? More importantly, who can you be that person for today? Hit reply—I’d love to hear your story.

 Today's Optimization

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• Simple and affordable: The application process is straightforward, and the average member pays around $150 per month.

If you’re health-conscious and looking for a healthcare solution that fits, CrowdHealth could be what you’ve been waiting for. 

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