The Highly Effective Man
Welcome to "The Highly Effective Man", where we focus on helping busy men unlock their full potential through mindset, fitness, and nutrition. Hosted by a 13-year Navy SEAL veteran, former college football player, firefighter, life and fitness coach, and competitive jiu-jitsu athlete, this podcast delivers no-nonsense strategies for men looking to excel in all areas of life.
Whether you’re balancing work, family, or just looking to break through your fitness plateaus, each episode provides practical, actionable advice to build self-discipline, master your health, and achieve success. From personalized workout plans to overcoming mental barriers, we dive deep into what it takes to become the best version of yourself—mentally, physically, and emotionally.
Get ready to tap into the mindset of high performers and take your health journey to the next level. Stay strong, stay focused, and become the highly effective man you were meant to be.
Episodes
80 episodes
How To Do Hard Things — The 7-Step System That Makes Success Inevitable
Most men repeat the same year of life over and over—same habits, same frustrations, same results. That ends when you choose a goal that scares you a little and build the discipline to chase it.In this episode, Navy SEAL veteran, firefigh...
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How to Raise Your Standards and Stop Settling for Average
Every man says he wants more... more strength, more purpose, more success, but few are willing to raise their standards high enough to reach it.In this episode, Navy SEAL veteran and firefighter JP Bolwahnn breaks down what...
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Why Most Men Fail (and How to Build Unstoppable Self-Belief)
What if the only thing holding you back isn’t your past, your age, or your circumstances—but your belief?In this episode of The Highly Effective Man Podcast, I share my raw story of going from juvenile detention at 15 to earning...
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13:25
10 Truths About Self-Discipline That Motivation Will Never Teach You
Motivation fades. Discipline lasts.In this episode, JP Bolwahnn — 13-year Navy SEAL veteran, athlete, firefighter, and coach — reveals 10 truths about self-discipline that motivation will never teach you.You’ll discover h...
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11:18
How to Build an Unshakable Family: 3 Principles Every Highly Effective Man Must Live By
Lead your family with purpose, unity, and resilience—even in the middle of life’s chaos.In this episode of The Highly Effective Man Podcast, JP Bolwahnn shares the 3 principles every man must live by to create an u...
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11:44
How to Lose Fat and Keep Muscle After 30 or 40
Most men over 30 or 40 think fat loss means starving, suffering, and losing strength in the process. That’s a lie.In this episode of The Highly Effective Man, I break down the real fat loss blueprint for driven men who wa...
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10:08
The Discipline Drought: Why Most Men Are Soft—And How to Rebuild the Edge
Most modern men are soft, not just physically, but mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.We’ve traded discomfort for convenience… and it’s costing us everything.In this hard-hitting episode, former Navy SEAL and high-performance ...
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Freedom Requires Discipline – A 4th of July Wake-Up Call
This 4th of July, it’s not about the fireworks. It’s about the fire within.In this episode of The Highly Effective Man Podcast, JP Bolwahnn shares a raw and powerful message inspired by a recent SEAL reunion at the C4 F...
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What Every Father Needs to Hear Today
In this special Father’s Day episode of The Highly Effective Man, JP Bolwahnn delivers a raw, heartfelt message to the men who carry the weight of leadership at home — the fathers.This isn’t about perfection. It’s about presence...
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5:51
Memorial Day: Honor Through Effort – The Story Behind Murph
This episode is not about workouts—it’s about warriors.Memorial Day is more than a long weekend. It’s a time to honor the men who gave everything for our freedom. In this episode, I share a personal story about Navy SEALs Michael ...
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5:56
Burned Out But Still Grinding? Here’s How to Rebuild Unshakable Energy
Are you showing up, grinding hard, but secretly running on empty?In this episode, I unpack the real reason why high-performing men burn out… and how to rebuild the energy, clarity, and drive you thought you lost.You’ll learn:<...
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Why Your Discipline Fails — And How to Rebuild It Like a Highly Effective Man
Are you tired of starting strong and falling off?In this episode, I explain why most men struggle with discipline and what it really takes to build lasting habits. As a Navy SEAL veteran, firefighter, and high-performance coach, I’ve wat...
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I Was a Navy SEAL, a Firefighter, and Still Fell Off Track. Here’s What Finally Got Me Back.
In this episode, I open up about something most high-performing men don’t talk about… the slow drift into mediocrity.I share the moment I realized I had fallen off track — not in fitness, but in standards. As a 13-year Navy SEAL...
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6:26
Why Discipline Alone Isn’t Enough: The 5 Critical Systems Every Man Needs After 35
If you're a busy man over 35 who’s been grinding harder but still feels stuck — this episode is for you.In today’s show, JP Bolwahnn, a Navy SEAL veteran, athlete, firefighter, and high-performance coach, pulls back the curtain on why di...
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11:22
The Best Fitness & Mindset Program for Busy Men Over 35 (Built for Real Life)
If you're searching for the best fitness and mindset program for men over 35, this episode breaks down exactly what works — and why most programs fall short.Host JP Bolwahnn — former Navy SEAL, college football player, firefighter...
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9:27
Why Most High-Performing Men Stay Stuck (And How to Break Free Fast)
Why do so many high-performing men feel off-track in their health, energy, and consistency—even when they're crushing it in business and life?In this powerful episode of The Highly Effective Man Podcast, JP Bolwahnn—13-ye...
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The Cockweed Mindset: Becoming Unstoppable with Ray 'Cash' Care
In this explosive episode of The Highly Effective Man Podcast, former Navy SEAL, elite coach, and speaker Ray "Cash" Care joins host JP Bolwahnn for a no-BS conversation on what it takes to build unshakable discipline, forge a s...
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Less Thinking, More Doing: The Power of Systems
In this episode of The Highly Effective Man Podcast, JP Bolwahnn breaks down one of the most important tools for any busy man looking to gain control of his life: systems.If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustra...
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UNBREAKABLE ENDURANCE – Training Beyond Limits
What if your limits aren’t real? What if the wall you hit in training—or in life—is just your brain trying to protect you?In this episode of The Highly Effective Man Podcast, we break down the truth about endurance and
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8:40
Grit & Resilience – How Mental & Physical Strength Go Hand in Hand
What separates high performers from the men who quit when things get hard? Grit.In this episode of The Highly Effective Man Podcast, I break down the true meaning of resilience—why mental and physical strength are in...
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10:33
Build Muscle, Build Power – Why Strength is the #1 Investment for Men Over 35
If you’re a man over 35, there’s one investment you can’t afford to ignore—your strength. Muscle isn’t just about looking good. It’s about power, resilience, and the ability to command your life. Yet, most men let their strength f...
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9:52
Test, Adapt, Conquer – Why Benchmarks Are the Key to Becoming Unstoppable
Are you tired of guessing your way through workouts, life goals, or personal growth?Do you feel like you’re working hard but not seeing real progress?Here’s the truth: If you’re not measuring your performance, you’re no...
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10:34
Mastering Productivity: Eliminate Distractions, Dominate Your Day
🚨 Eliminate Distractions, Dominate Your Day 🚨Are distractions running your life? Are you constantly busy but never truly productive? It’s time to cut the noise and take back control.In this episode of The Highly ...
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