Faith, Fitness, and Fatherhood (A Dad's Guide to Winning at Life)
About this episode
In this episode, Ben Barker discusses effective fitness strategies for busy dads balancing family and faith.
Most dads are trying to figure out how to stay fit while juggling work, kids, and everything else. But here’s the problem: They’re either chasing programs designed for 22-year-olds with unlimited time, or they’re settling for watered-down “quick workout” BS that doesn’t actually work. And even when they find something that fits their schedule, they’re still dealing with the bigger question: How do you balance fitness with being a present husband, a good father, and growing in your faith? In this episode, I sit down with Ben Barker—coach, fitness content creator, husband, and father—to break down what actually works for busy dads who want to build strength, stay healthy, and show up for their families. Here’s what we cover: Ben’s 3-day full-body training split for busy dads: strength day, hypertrophy day, and athletic day Why full-body workouts make the most sense for fathers with limited time How to program cardio without sacrificing strength Nutrition for busy parents: Ben’s simple approach—hit your protein target first, then split the rest between fats and carbs The two biggest struggles Ben’s coaching clients face Why community matters more than you think The phone addiction…
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