Cooper Brunner Podcast

Topic   #1 How to Increase your SquatCommon myths or misconceptions about increasing your squat 1-rep max, squatting everyday, etc.Give an example of a program someone could follow to increase their squat efficiently?Week by week, sets and repsFormExamples of good lifts for lower body to help increase your squatTopic #2 “Unsexy Side of Fitness”The problem with fitness influencers on social mediaAlways posting their best photos, using filtersWho should we be following on social media that is inspiring and authentic?Unrealistic physiquesTopic #3 Sugary Sports Drinks, Energy DrinksGatorade, Body Armor, Powerade, pros/consToo sugary, just as bad as soda…But what about energy drinks?Hot topic: Bang Energy drinks, whats your hot take on them?Are they healthy? And whats the deal with “super creatine”, sounds far-fetched…What are better sport drink options?What are better energy drink options?Q/AClosing thoughtsWhere can be reach you? (youtube, website, anything up and coming for you?

You have 24 hours in a day. And on average, you’ll probably sleep anywhere from 7-9 hours, 10 probably on weekends. 60 minutes in an hour, so if you remove the amount of time you spend sleeping, on avg im gonna say that probably is going to equate to about 1,000 minutes left (easy to remember) to make something happen every day. You have 1,000 minutes, and you get to choose how you spend those minutes each day.Audit yourself every daySome things that I find value in are making appointments on my calendar for work that I need to get done. If I have a contract to write or a meeting I need to prep for i put that on the calendar so it gets done and I dont get double booked. Fill your calendar with things you need to do and make people work around your schedule. If you value your time so will others. By doing this if you get something done early you can either start the next task ahead of time or take a littl3 break, scroll through IG and mot feel bad about it.Multi-task when you canI do these strategically, but d

"Your only goal should be to help other people." - Anthony Simon Anthony Simon is a leader. Period. And he's one of the most driven/passionate people you will ever meet.After suffering a career ending injury playing college football at SD State, Anthony committed himself to the US marines (serving currently over 20+ years). He has served multiple leadership roles within the Marines and has inspired 100's of marines while also creating his fitness business, "The Pride". In this episode, Anthony explains his war/combat experiences, what it takes to become a leader in the Marines, and how "The Pride" fitness community became more than just a "bodybuilding club."If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend. :)MAKE TODAY COUNT.-  Cooper

Cooper reconnects with good friend, former Washington State Football player Clayton Simundson. Clayton talks about his experience playing football for the COUGS, his experience playing in the New Mexico bowl and what he learned playing football at the college level. Clayton is currently Vice President (VP) of an insurance company.Additional topics discussed on the episode:Cultivating new business during COVIDThe shift of doors being shut to ‘WE NEED HELP”United States Return to Work First time in US history where a majority of the U.S. economy was just shut down, so it was a once in a lifetime scenario of helping companies reopen their doors and return to work safely. Testing and Tracing Worksite Wellbeing Creative CommunicationStrategic SupportTesting and Tracing Using technology to help employees get better access to tests and provide better reporting to executives so they know where their workforce is atWorksite Wellbeing and Stress Management Whether employees end up with COVID or not, you now have a ton

In this episode, Cooper offers diet tips and training strategies you can add to your routine that during your bulking/muscle mass phase of training.If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend. :)Make Today Count.- Cooper

Cooper and Kirsten sit down with MMA Competitors Tunde "Lion Machine" and Zach Martin, discussing their passion for fighting and how it has positively impacted their lives.Having so much passion for the sport, Tunde explains mixed martial arts as a skillset that has helped build his confidence and discipline growing up. Moving from Nigeria, it was difficult for him to "fit in". At a young age he felt like an outsider, thus found martial arts as an escape from feeling like a misfit. Tunde and Zach dive deep into the world of MMA and provide their thoughts as to why competing in fights has been helped them become better men and disciplined/mentally strong individuals. Tunde Arigbon is the 7th ranked of 91 active Pac Northwest Amateur Welterweights.Also ranked at: Lightweight (11th)Tunde Arigbon is the 48th ranked of 557 active US West Amateur Welterweights.Also ranked at: Lightweight (53rd)If you enjoy the episode, please share it with a  friend. :)MAKE TODAY COUNT.- Cooper

Cooper sits down with athlete, coach, and mentor DJ Dominguez and Tualatin High School athlete Logan Larrance. Topics we discussed:- Law of Attraction- Relationships "Think Like a Woman"       - Finding the Right Partner in your Life       - Finding Someone Positive, There is no Room for Negativity- Maintaining a Relentless Mindset- Thinking Outside of the Box, Adapt and Innovate- Pushing People to Become Better

FLIGHT YEAR MEDIA IS A PORTLAND OREGON BASED PRODUCTION COMPANY.THEY HAVE WORKED WITH BRANDS LIKE COCA COLA,  FROST GEAR, BMR RACING, BACK-SPIN, PLATE CRATE, GEORGE FOX BASEBALL, VAYNER SPORTS, ACCUBOW, APEX PERFORMANCE, AND BASEBALL LIFESTYLE, CREATING CONTENT TO IMPACT TODAYS DIGITAL LANDSCAPES. THEY HAVE EXPERIENCE PRODUCING VLOGS, PODCASTS, COMMERCIALS, SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT, AND LOGOS; SO WHATEVER YOUR MEDIA NEEDS ARE, FLIGHT YEAR CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN.IF YOU ENJOYED THE EPISODE, SHARE IT WITH A FRIEND  :)MAKE TODAY COUNT.- COOPER

Kirsten and Cooper sit down and speak with Oregon-Qatar Bodybuilder Abdulla Musa.Abdulla has won several professional bodybuilding competitions, in 2019 he dominated the Pro Bikini Finals from the 2019 IFBB Pro League Portland Classic held on August 17th at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, OR. Not only is he a champion bodybuilder, but he is also high level engineer, helping his country build the stadium for the upcoming World Cup being held in Qatar  in 2022.If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to share it with a friend! :)MAKE TODAY COUNT.-  Cooper

Cooper sits down with podcast host of the "All The Best Things' Podcast and Founder/Coach of BST fitness Jake. If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with  a friend. :)As Always,Make Today Count.- Cooper

Cooper gets interviewed on the MacChat Podcast hosted by Sean MacPherson.Tune in!If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with a friend. :)As Always,MAKE TODAY COUNT.- Cooper

Cooper had the chance to virtually chat with videographer, filmaker, and producer Jon Kilmer, the creator and Co-Star of "This is Mike Stud". Jon has quite the list of accomplishments; He has worked with artists like Mike Stud, Kendrick Lamar, and Steve Aoki. He recently produced the comedy movie/film "The Primrose", and directed several music videos for Mike Stud (Young & Dumb). Jon also is the host of the popular "YNK Podcast" (Ya Neva Know Podcast), where he and his friends discuss a variety of topics with other well-know athletes and celebrities. |BackgroundFrom Boston, go-to guy for Mike Stud. Worked with big names (K Dot, Steve Aoki, to just name a few)Discuss capturing the Mikes shows, the journey working with friends and growing a community/brandHighlightsProducer and honored w/ Best Feature Film Award for Comedy Movie “The Primrose” in 2018Director/Composer of “Young & Dumb” video short for Mike Stud in 2015“This is Mike Stud” TV Series Documentary IntroFor our l

Cooper's former college teammate Alex Smagala jumps on the podcast. They discuss a variety of topics: Overcoming injuries in sports, tips and habits in becoming successful in anything you do in business and life, how to improve in sales, sales tactics, etc.Alex walks us through his baseball journey and what he has learned from the game:- Recruiting Process- Overcoming Serious Shoulder Injury- Becoming a College closer- Lessons Learned from the Game of Baseball (How it Applies to Life)If you enjoy this episode, please share it with a friend.  :)As Always, MAKE TODAY COUNT.- Cooper

In this episode of the podcast, Cooper had the pleasure to virtually chat with entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and founder/CEO of the The Good News Radio Network Keith Good News.Keith started out as a Podcaster, but began his recording career radio hosting before committing himself to starting his LA based talk radio & podcast network "The Good News." Today they discuss the following topics:If you fail, its not overFear of failureUse fear to your advantageDon’t be controlled by fearAre your dreams easy to destroyStop making what’s easy seem hardProcess to getting to believing in yourselfGo to war with your old selfChallenge those around youDon’t get comfortableControl what you can controlBe careful with comfortWhy you wake up earlyIn your eyes, how do you live a good life? If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with a friend. :)As always,MAKE TODAY COUNT.- Cooper

In this episode of the podcast, Cooper answers questions he received recently and gives his advice on how to go about cardio training and weight training. More specifically, he explains how he maintains his muscle while running 35+ miles a week. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend. :)Make Today Count.- Cooper

In this episode of the podcast Kirsten gives her 2 cents on some of her favorite low calorie options she chooses to help with losing weight or leaning out.If you enjoyed episode, please share it with a friend. :) Make Today Count.

Portland Realtor Trent Werner comes back in to give us an update on the Portland market. Additionally, Trent goes through different real estate investment strategies that he and his partners do to grow their real estate businesses. Enjoy, friends!SummaryHow have you been handling yourself during these times? What changes have you made in your day-to-day to succeed in your business?What is the one thing you’ve changed in your life for the better during this COVID bullshit?Classic question, what kind of market are we in? (specifically Portland area) Is it  a buyers market, sellers market?- Can you explain why?What big project are you working on currently?Have you been able to bring more to market due to COIVD?Why do you think real estate is the best long-term investment?Give us your top 3 reasons whyWhat was your experience like purchasing your first real estate investment?What would you do differently with your second real estate investment purchase? (different interest rate, more down, different lender?)What

In today's episode of Car Chats with Cooper, Cooper answers fitness questions and explains one of his favorite strategies for quickly and effectively burning fat while weight training. He gives his 2 cents on how to properly implement cardio in your weight training programs so that you don't lose the precious muscle you gained during your bulking phase. Enjoy! Let me know what you think by leaving a review!MAKE TODAY COUNT.Cooper

MONDAY MOTIVATIONToday Cooper jumps on the show and offers up one of his favorite "formulas" he uses to keep himself going the right direction and refresh his reasons why he is driven to inspire others. "A quitter never wins-and-a winner never quits." - Napoleon Hill Napoleon Hill's "Success Formula" from the book Think and Grow Rich."I know that I have the ability to achieve the object of my Definite Purpose in life. Therefore I demand of myself persistent, continuous action towards its attainment, and I here and now promise to take such action.I realize the dominating thoughts of my mind will eventually reproduce themselves in outward, physical action and gradually transform themselves into physical reality. Therefore I will concentrate my thoughts for 30 minutes daily upon the task of thinking of the person I intend to become, thereby creating in my mind a clear mental picture of that person.I know through the principle of autosuggestion that any desire I persistentl

I’ll start this episode off with some real shit because I know someone needs to hear this… You  can’t help others until you help yourself. I don’t know what you’re going through right now, maybe lost your job during this covid pandemic, maybe baby girl doesn’t think you’re cute  anymore or you just got dumped… Let’s just forget about all of that right now and let’s hone in on where you are heading or where you need to go moving forward…Kirsten I’m not sure if you do this, but I ask myself these questions as soon as I wake up. They are set in my phone  as reminders, so here goes:What matters most in my life?What do I want most in life?Am I holding on to something I need to let go of?During these unfortunate events, jobs are being lost. But at the very same time, new ones are  arising that we’ve never seen before. Flip life opportunities are of the abundance, Im talkin’ shoe flipping, sports cards, anything around the  house, clothes, craiglists is poppin off. Very  easy to go on there right now and buy somethi