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Building a Firm Foundation for Life: Fitness, Food & Finance Welcome to the Building a Firm Foundation for Life podcast—where we dive into functional fitness, farm-fresh nutrition, and financial freedom to help you build a healthy, resilient, and sustainable future. I believe that the key to living well now—and thriving in your 90s—is a strong foundation in how we move, eat, and manage our resources. This podcast is for happy, humble, and hardworking people who want to take control of their health, mindset, and financial future. What You’ll Get in Every Episode: ✅ Fitness for Life – Training strategies for strength, mobility, and longevity ✅ Food That Fuels – Sustainable nutrition, farm-fresh eating, and raising your own food ✅ Financial Freedom – Smart investing, Bitcoin, real estate, and wealth-building principles ✅ Mindset & Goals – The mental framework to stay motivated, focused, and prepared ✅ Entrepreneurship & Resilience – Strategies for self-reliance and long-term success Expect practical advice, real-world strategies, and conversations with like-minded people who are taking action to create a healthier, stronger, and more financially stable future. We’ll also explore raising kids and chickens, setting goals, and living life on your terms. If you want to be strong, capable, and financially free—both now and in the future—this podcast is for you. Hit subscribe and let’s build a firm foundation for life together! #FitnessFoodFinance #HealthAndWealth #TrainForLife #EntrepreneurMindset #SustainableLiving #StrongerEveryDay #FinancialFreedom YouTube channel with other visually videos (long and shorts) https://www.youtube.com/@AndyMcCann42 My Lightning Node Pubkey 03009791220fc72580bb0b9833b68fd487014be25238c782cae92146c875d26da6 My Nostr Pubkey npub1elc4f7ecllsgskukal7jmcu5zvx724hdpse0swvpmwp56rpw6ywsvr4mvy
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September 7, 2026Episode 28415 min
284 - What if I've hurt myself? What do I do now?
Send us Fan Mail On this podcast you will receive actionable tips on Building a Firm Foundation for Life in Fitness, Food, Finance I believe in building a firm foundation for life through functional fitness, farm-fresh nutrition, and sound financial practices. Join us in creating a healthy and resilient future! We are happy, humble, helpful people that want to be healthy and fit now, as well as in their 90's. I talk about how to live that good life now and later with heavy slant towards fitness and nutrition. I will even get into mindset, goals, raising chickens, raising kids, bitcoin, rental property, entrepreneurialism CrossFit Garage (Woodstock GA) https://crossfitgarage.com/get-started/ Garage Fitness Online - Landing page https://www.garagefitness.online/ As a podcast https://crossfitgarage.buzzsprout.com YouTube channel with other visually videos (long and shorts) https://www.youtube.com/@AndyMcCann42 My Lightning Node Pubkey 03009791220fc72580bb0b9833b68fd487014be25238c782cae92146c875d26da6 My Nostr Pubkey npub1elc4f7ecllsgskukal7jmcu5zvx724hdpse0swvpmwp56rpw6ywsvr4mvy
August 31, 2026Episode 28337 min
283 - Proof CrossFit works and the TNGA 2026 story
Send us Fan Mail TNGA - Trans North Georgia Bike packing race 211 miles and barely any carbs (scratched out) pretty much only CrossFit as training On this podcast you will receive actionable tips on Building a Firm Foundation for Life in Fitness, Food, Finance I believe in building a firm foundation for life through functional fitness, farm-fresh nutrition, and sound financial practices. Join us in creating a healthy and resilient future! We are happy, humble, helpful people that want to be healthy and fit now, as well as in their 90's. I talk about how to live that good life now and later with heavy slant towards fitness and nutrition. I will even get into mindset, goals, raising chickens, raising kids, bitcoin, rental property, entrepreneurialism CrossFit Garage (Woodstock GA) https://crossfitgarage.com/get-started/ Garage Fitness Online - Landing page https://www.garagefitness.online/ As a podcast https://crossfitgarage.buzzsprout.com YouTube channel with other visually videos (long and shorts) https://www.youtube.com/@AndyMcCann42 My Lightning Node Pubkey 03009791220fc72580bb0b9833b68fd487014be25238c782cae92146c875d26da6 My Nostr Pubkey npub1elc4f7ecllsgskukal7jmcu5zvx724hdpse0swvpmwp56rpw6ywsvr4mvy
August 24, 2026Episode 28249 min
282 - TNGA 2026 - Trans North Georgia bike packing race - lessons, journey, scratch out
Send us Fan Mail https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TT82-5gjLDM&t=209s hopefully this is not only entertaining but also helps someone build their adventure. 50miles/day more water more electrolytes more food more prep work Less gear better gear racks I made it 211 miles of 355. I stopped at Mulberry Gap. On this podcast you will receive actionable tips on Building a Firm Foundation for Life in Fitness, Food, Finance I believe in building a firm foundation for life through functional fitness, farm-fresh nutrition, and sound financial practices. Join us in creating a healthy and resilient future! We are happy, humble, helpful people that want to be healthy and fit now, as well as in their 90's. I talk about how to live that good life now and later with heavy slant towards fitness and nutrition. I will even get into mindset, goals, raising chickens, raising kids, bitcoin, rental property, entrepreneurialism CrossFit Garage (Woodstock GA) https://crossfitgarage.com/get-started/ Garage Fitness Online - Landing page https://www.garagefitness.online/ As a podcast https://crossfitgarage.buzzsprout.com YouTube channel with other visually videos (long and shorts) https://www.youtube.com/@AndyMcCann42 My Lightning Node Pubkey 03009791220fc72580bb0b9833b68fd487014be25238c782cae92146c875d26da6 My Nostr Pubkey npub1elc4f7ecllsgskukal7jmcu5zvx724hdpse0swvpmwp56rpw6ywsvr4mvy
August 17, 2026Episode 28131 min
281 - How do I bring someone into CrossFit Garage or other gym
Send us Fan Mail On this podcast you will receive actionable tips on Building a Firm Foundation for Life in Fitness, Food, Finance I believe in building a firm foundation for life through functional fitness, farm-fresh nutrition, and sound financial practices. Join us in creating a healthy and resilient future! We are happy, humble, helpful people that want to be healthy and fit now, as well as in their 90's. I talk about how to live that good life now and later with heavy slant towards fitness and nutrition. I will even get into mindset, goals, raising chickens, raising kids, bitcoin, rental property, entrepreneurialism CrossFit Garage (Woodstock GA) https://crossfitgarage.com/get-started/ Garage Fitness Online - Landing page https://www.garagefitness.online/ As a podcast https://crossfitgarage.buzzsprout.com YouTube channel with other visually videos (long and shorts) https://www.youtube.com/@AndyMcCann42 My Lightning Node Pubkey 03009791220fc72580bb0b9833b68fd487014be25238c782cae92146c875d26da6 My Nostr Pubkey npub1elc4f7ecllsgskukal7jmcu5zvx724hdpse0swvpmwp56rpw6ywsvr4mvy
August 10, 2026Episode 28054 min
280 - I've tried everything and can't lose weight
Send us Fan Mail https://www.instagram.com/inked.barbell/ https://www.instagram.com/josiah_igidi/ https://www.powersportfitness.com/ https://www.instagram.com/musclefied/ https://www.instagram.com/foxoakcounseling/ https://foxoakcounseling.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drcamgregory/ Nutrition doesn't have to be complicated. In this episode, Coach Andy McCann cuts through the noise surrounding today's most popular diets and focuses on the timeless principles that actually improve your health and fitness. Instead of debating keto versus carnivore versus Mediterranean, we discuss the habits that consistently help people lose fat, build muscle, recover faster, and feel better every day. You'll learn why protein is essential, why whole foods beat processed foods, how hydration and sleep affect your nutrition, what supplements are actually worth considering, and why consistency—not perfection—is the real secret to long-term success. Whether you're just beginning your fitness journey or have been training for years, this episode will help you simplify your nutrition and make decisions that support your goals for decades to come. At CrossFit Garage, our mission is to help people become healthier, stronger, and more capable for life. As we like to say: Become harder to kill... and look good naked.
August 3, 2026Episode 27916 min
279 - New to CrossFit Garage. About to take my first class
Send us Fan Mail On this podcast you will receive actionable tips on Building a Firm Foundation for Life in Fitness, Food, Finance I believe in building a firm foundation for life through functional fitness, farm-fresh nutrition, and sound financial practices. Join us in creating a healthy and resilient future! We are happy, humble, helpful people that want to be healthy and fit now, as well as in their 90's. I talk about how to live that good life now and later with heavy slant towards fitness and nutrition. I will even get into mindset, goals, raising chickens, raising kids, bitcoin, rental property, entrepreneurialism CrossFit Garage (Woodstock GA) https://crossfitgarage.com/get-started/ Garage Fitness Online - Landing page https://www.garagefitness.online/ As a podcast https://crossfitgarage.buzzsprout.com YouTube channel with other visually videos (long and shorts) https://www.youtube.com/@AndyMcCann42 My Lightning Node Pubkey 03009791220fc72580bb0b9833b68fd487014be25238c782cae92146c875d26da6 My Nostr Pubkey npub1elc4f7ecllsgskukal7jmcu5zvx724hdpse0swvpmwp56rpw6ywsvr4mvy
July 27, 2026Episode 27840 min
278 - Car Knowledge Every Adult Should Know That Could Save You Thousands
Send us Fan Mail The 20 Things Every Adult Should Know About Their Home and Car How prepared are you when something goes wrong? Could you shut off the water to your house if a pipe burst? Do you know how to jump-start a dead battery, check your engine oil, or recognize when your HVAC system is trying to tell you something is wrong? In this episode, Andy McCann from CrossFit Garage steps away from fitness to talk about another form of self-reliance: practical life skills. You don't need to be a mechanic or a contractor, but every adult should know the basics that can save thousands of dollars, prevent emergencies, and help you avoid being taken advantage of. In this episode, you'll learn: The top 10 home maintenance skills every homeowner should know The top 10 car maintenance skills every driver should know How to identify costly problems before they become disasters Which repairs are great DIY projects—and which should be left to professionals How basic knowledge builds confidence, independence, and resilience Whether you're a new homeowner, a first-time driver, or simply want to become more capable, this episode will help you build practical knowledge that pays dividends for the rest of your life. Topics: home maintenance, homeowner tips, DIY home repair, home ownership, car maintenance, vehicle maintenance, emergency preparedness, adult life skills, personal responsibility, self-reliance, practical skills, automotive basics, home improvement, financial independence, Andy McCann, CrossFit Garage.
July 20, 2026Episode 27743 min
277 - 20 Home Skills Every Adult Should Know (That Could Save You Thousands)
Send us Fan Mail The 20 Things Every Adult Should Know About Their Home and Car How prepared are you when something goes wrong? Could you shut off the water to your house if a pipe burst? Do you know how to jump-start a dead battery, check your engine oil, or recognize when your HVAC system is trying to tell you something is wrong? In this episode, Andy McCann from CrossFit Garage steps away from fitness to talk about another form of self-reliance: practical life skills. You don't need to be a mechanic or a contractor, but every adult should know the basics that can save thousands of dollars, prevent emergencies, and help you avoid being taken advantage of. In this episode, you'll learn: The top 10 home maintenance skills every homeowner should know The top 10 car maintenance skills every driver should know How to identify costly problems before they become disasters Which repairs are great DIY projects—and which should be left to professionals How basic knowledge builds confidence, independence, and resilience Whether you're a new homeowner, a first-time driver, or simply want to become more capable, this episode will help you build practical knowledge that pays dividends for the rest of your life. Topics: home maintenance, homeowner tips, DIY home repair, home ownership, car maintenance, vehicle maintenance, emergency preparedness, adult life skills, personal responsibility, self-reliance, practical skills, automotive basics, home improvement, financial independence, Andy McCann, CrossFit Garage.
July 13, 2026Episode 27627 min
276 - How to get my first pull up
Send us Fan Mail Finally get your first pull-up! In this episode, I break down exactly how I help athletes earn their first strict pull-up. We cover the biggest mistakes people make, the best exercises to build strength, how body weight affects your progress, why grip strength matters, and a simple weekly plan you can start today. Whether you're just beginning your fitness journey or you've been trying for months, this episode gives you a practical roadmap to make your first pull-up happen. Topics covered: Why pull-ups are about relative strength The best exercises for pull-up progress Grip strength and shoulder stability Ring rows, negatives, and band progressions Common mistakes that slow progress A simple weekly pull-up plan How long it really takes to get your first pull-up If you're consistent, patient, and train the right way, your first pull-up is closer than you think. Pull Up Plan https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ikFrozLIT_e7c7iuS23DTp__EskR0ghiTTMCg9yTfaQ/edit?usp=sharing CrossFit, Pull Up, First Pull Up, Strict Pull Up, Pull Up Progression, Ring Rows, Fitness Tips, Functional Fitness, Grip Strength, Bodyweight Training, Strength Training, Beginner CrossFit, Pull Up Tutorial, Gymnastics Strength, Andy McCann, CrossFit Garage, Harder to Kill, Look Good Naked, Relative Strength, Fitness Podcast
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