The Simply Fit Podcast
Master Your Body and Mind Today with Derick Johnson
October 8, 2023
In the latest episode of the Simply Fit Podcast, I had a delightful conversation with Derick Johnson, a US Army veteran, trainer, and life coach. We went down memory lane as his story isn’t one of overnight success but rather a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and triumph over life's toughest challenges. We talked about what an optimal morning routine looks like, how people often waste their weekends, how to learn your thresholds, and how to balance light and dark energies to propel you forward. Derick’s invaluable advice on maximizing productivity and staying focused isn't just thought-provoking; it's a testimony to the power of discipline and structure in our lives. So join us as we explore Derick’s journey and gather some life-changing lessons along the way.
In the latest episode of the Simply Fit Podcast, I had an incredible conversation with Derick Johnson, a US Army veteran, trainer, and life coach. 

We went down memory lane as his story isn’t one of overnight success but rather a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and triumph over life's toughest challenges. We talked about what an optimal morning routine looks like, how people often waste their weekends, how to learn your thresholds, and how to balance light and dark energies to propel you forward. 

Derick’s invaluable advice on maximizing productivity and staying focused isn't just thought-provoking; it's a testimony to the power of discipline and structure in our lives. So join us as we explore Derick’s journey and gather some life-changing lessons along the way.


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Find Derick:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitwithderick2/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fitwithderick
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fitwithderick2/
Website: fitwithderick.com


Episode highlights:
[0:00] Intro
[1:00] Who is Derick and what does he do?
[3:56] How does he embrace life’s adversities 
[9:17] When you are sick and tired of being sick and tired
[12:47] What led Derick to the military
[14:25] Mind and body unlock: diving deeper
[17:28] The optimal morning routine
[26:35] On people wasting their weekends and how getting away for the moment is important, especially for high performers
[38:09] Are you hyper-aware of your threshold and how to raise it to avoid going back?
[42:32] Do you let yourself down, and do you keep the promises you made for yourself?
[48:52] On balancing the dark and light energy  
[53:30] What Derick wants to impact the world with
[56:14] Where to find more of Derick
[56:43] Outro

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