Episodes 163
Avg. Duration 1h 3m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (76)
Since Dec 2021
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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The "Becoming Ronin" podcast is a show that delves into topics related to personal development, fitness, and self-improvement. Hosted by fitness professionals, the podcast explores various aspects of the fitness industry, including training methodologies, mindset, business strategies, and lifestyle tips. The show often features guest experts who share their insights and experiences, providing listeners with practical advice and inspiration for achieving their goals. Recent episodes have covered topics like program reviews, the distinction between online trainers and coaches, and the significance of aerobic development in training. Notable guests, such as Jason Brown, have appeared on the podcast to discuss these subjects in depth. The podcast aims to guide listeners on their journey to becoming more self-reliant and empowered, drawing on the metaphor of a "Ronin" — a samurai without a master — to symbolize the pursuit of independence and mastery in life.

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#163 Learned Helplessness in Training: How to Break Free

Apr 05, 2026 1h 5m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this episode of Becoming Ronin, Smitty and Ob break down the intersection of injury, mindset, and performance:: unpacking how setbacks can either stall…

#162 Bodybuilding and Fat Loss Dieting - Avoid the Unhealthy Side of Bodybuilding with Chris McGowan

Feb 28, 2026 1h 22m

Episode #162 🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview What happens when your identity becomes your physique? In Episode 162, IFBB Pro Chris McGowan sits down with OB and Smitty to unpack the…

#161 Surviving the Unthinkable - A Near Death Experience

Jan 31, 2026 1h 30m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this episode of Becoming Ronin, we sit down with Adrian, a former paramedic whose life was forever altered during a hiking trip when he was struck by…

#160 Strong by Design: Smarter Programming, Healthier Joints, Better Results

Jan 17, 2026 1h 4m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this episode, we zoom out on what real transformation in training actually looks like and why it's never just about the program on paper. We kick…

#159 Brutal Pyramid Sets, Coming Back From Knee Surgery

Dec 28, 2025 51m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this episode, we kick things off with the new brutal pyramid sets that have been absolutely wrecking everyone brave enough to try them. We break down…

#158 How to Build an Effective Quick Workout

Dec 13, 2025 1h 1m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview Most people don't fail at training because they lack motivation. They fail because they're waiting for perfect conditions. In this episode, we break down why…

#157 Ask Us Anything with Smitty and OB

Nov 29, 2025 49m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In Episode 157, Smitty and OB kick back for a laid back AMA special filled with your funniest and most random questions. This one feels like hanging out in…

#156 Regret is Mindless - Choose Discipline

Nov 22, 2025 36m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In Episode 156 of Becoming Ronin, Smitty and OB dive deep into the real engine behind discipline, not motivation, not willpower, but your priorities. Through…

#155 Programming Q&A - Thoughts on Sprints, Front Squats, Injuries and More

Oct 27, 2025 1h 6m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this week's episode, we dive deep into the art and science of smarter training: from refining your squat pattern to rethinking how often you should…

#154 Anatomy Trains - Smarter Training Through Fascia

Sep 21, 2025 1h 10m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this episode, OB and Smitty dive into Anatomy Trains and talk about how fascia connects the body in ways most people don't think about. Instead of just…

#153 The TikTok AnP Professor - 1 Million Followers Without "Selling Out"

Aug 30, 2025 1h 15m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this episode of Becoming Ronin, we sit down with Tim Reynolds, better known to over 1 million TikTok followers as The AnP Professor. Tim has carved out a…

#152 - Woodchucks Attack, How Much Variety is Too Much, Are Box Squats Safe

Aug 18, 2025 51m

The last bags you'll ever need: 🎒Eberlestock https://eberlestock.com/RONIN 🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this episode, OB and Smitty dive into a mix of storytelling, training…

#151 The Hidden Cost of Success

Aug 09, 2025 1h 1m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this episode, OB and Smitty unpack the deeper meaning behind the question: "What does it profit a man to gain the world but lose his soul?" They explore…

#150 - Grief is a Gift with Mike Desanti

Jul 19, 2025 1h 9m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview Join us in this heartfelt conversation as we explore the depths of grief and its role in our lives. Our guest, Michael Desanti, shares insights on how grief…

#149 - Gamify, Simplify, Intensify - Three Overlooked Programming Techniques

Jul 12, 2025 1h 5m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview As we gear up for the milestone of Episode 150, OB and Smitty take a reflective turn, diving into the often-overlooked role grief plays in personal growth.…

#148 Chris McGowan - "Gym Icks," Improving Physique, Running a Successful Coaching Business

Jun 15, 2025 1h 45m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this episode, OB and Smitty share stories from their time training in commercial gyms—the good, the bad, and the frustrating. From mismatched weights to…

#147 OB Get's His Purple Belt, Programming for Challenges, Building Your Glutes

Jun 07, 2025 51m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this episode of Becoming Ronin, OB and Smitty dive deep into the worlds of Jiu-Jitsu and strength training, sharing hard-earned lessons and practical…

#146 Trapped In The Inferno: The Modern Sins Holding You Back

May 31, 2025 1h 16m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this introspective and thought-provoking episode, OB and Smitty take listeners on a guided descent through the symbolic layers of Dante's Inferno—not…

#145 Low Back Pain Circuits and How to Choose the Right Exercises

May 10, 2025 1h 8m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this episode of Becoming Ronin, OB and Smitty kick things off by tackling the viral gorilla vs. 100 men challenge — a hypothetical debate lighting up…

#144 Perception Vs. Perspective - Let Yourself Be Happy

Apr 17, 2025 49m

🔗 Subscribe on YouTube Episode Overview In this deeply introspective episode, OB and Smitty dive into the raw and transformative journey of personal awakening. Through candid stories and…

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How many episodes does Becoming Ronin have?

Becoming Ronin has published 163 episodes since December 2021, covering topics in Business, Entrepreneurship.

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Becoming Ronin is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 1h 3m.

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