The Business Athlete Show

Most people believe they don’t have time to get in shape.

That’s not the real problem.

In this episode, I break down why busy, hard-working professionals struggle with fitness — and why it has far more to do with how you manage your week and your energy than how hard you train.

If you’ve ever said:

“I don’t have enough time”

“I’ll start when things slow down”

“I just need more discipline”

This episode will change how you think about things.

And provide you with actionable steps to implement with your training, nutrition & lifestyle to save time!

📩 Connect with Adrian:

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In today’s episode, Adrian sits down with Dr. John Rusin.

Dr. John Rusin is an internationally recognised strength coach, physical therapist, and injury-prevention expert with nearly two decades of elite-level experience training MLB All-Stars, NFL All-Pros, Olympic gold medalists, and world-record-holding powerlifters.

Named a “Top 50 Health & Fitness Expert” by Men’s Health, he has pioneered a health- first, pain-free approach to performance that has transformed athletes and everyday clients alike. His Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certification (PPSC)—the fastest- growing fitness education company in industry history—has certified over 20,000 professionals worldwide since 2018, making Dr. Rusin a leading voice in sustainable health, injury prevention, and lifelong performance.

What We Cover in This Episode

John Rusin’s background and how he created the Pain-Free Performance method

The philosophy behind pain-free performance and why it matters

The most common training mistakes men over 35 make

The six foundational movement patterns everyone should master

How to warm up properly using John’s pain-free prep system

The role of breathing, mobility, and nervous system regulation

Recovery strategies that improve performance and reduce pain

How to build strength, athleticism, and longevity at any age

Resources & Links

Follow Dr. John Rusin on Instagram

Checkout John’s new Book - Pain Free Performance: Mover Better, Train Smarter, and Build an Unbreakable Body

Train with Dr John on the Unbreakable App

Dr John Rusin Coaching

Dr John Rusin Website

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McLifestyle Fitness 1:1 Online Coaching Application

In this episode, Adrian McDonnell breaks down a science-backed system to help high-performing men set goals they’ll actually achieve — not abandon by February.

Whether you want to lose 10–20kg, drop belly fat, rebuild confidence, or get back to your athletic best, this episode gives you the exact strategy, mindset, and yearly structure to make 2026 the year everything changes.
🔥 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Why most men fail their New Year fitness goals
How identity-based goals beat motivation and willpower
Why outcome goals fail and process goals win
How to use High–Low Range Goals to build consistency
How to build anchor habits that make success automatic
Why bad days aren’t failure — they’re data
How to think, behave, and act like the person you want to become
Why who you become matters more than what you achieve
Why I like 90 day sprints

📩 Connect with Adrian:

Instagram at @adrian_mclifestylefitness

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In this episode, I’m joined by my good friend Chris for a no-BS conversation around getting in shape and staying there long term.

We cover a wide range of topics including:

✅ How to get in the best shape of your life heading into 2026
✅ How to stay consistent and on track throughout 2026
✅ The biggest mistakes that stop men from ever getting lean
✅ How to manage alcohol without sabotaging your results
✅ Why getting in great shape isn’t meant to be easy — and why that matters

This is an honest, practical discussion around fitness, discipline, and mindset, with real-world takeaways you can apply immediately — especially if you’re a busy guy who’s tired of starting over.

If you’re serious about building a body and lifestyle you don’t need a “reset” from, this episode is for you.

📩 Connect with Guests:

Instagram at @adrian_mclifestylefitness
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Instagram at @chris_fitlab

In this episode, Adrian breaks down how to actually enjoy Christmas — the meals, the drinks, the socialising — while staying in control of your physique, energy, and routine.

🎯 What You’ll Learn

✔ The simple Christmas rules that prevent weight gain
✔ How to enjoy meals and still feel in control
✔ How to avoid boredom eating and snacking
✔ How to manage alcohol without ruining progress
✔ When to frontload food vs when to hold back
✔ Practical tips for your mornings, dinners & social events

Christmas is 3–5 high-calorie days…But most people turn it into a 14-day binge.

You won’t gain weight from Christmas Day. You’ll gain weight from:

No structure
No routine
Boredom
Mindless snacking
All-or-nothing thinking

You can enjoy everything — as long as you stay intentional.

📩 Connect with Adrian:

Instagram at @adrian_mclifestylefitness

Apply for 1:1 coaching