An Inside Look at LeanDads

Josh Allen • January 31, 2024

The Evolution of Transformation Coaching


I’ve never been more excited about a program I created than I am about this one!


We are about a month into the LeanDads program and it is going great! We have 12 participants from all walks of life, from Vancouver to Halifax but with one thing in common - the desire to be the healthiest version of themselves! If you are curious about this program then continue reading below for an inside look on how it works.


There are 5 pillars to men's health that we are exploring in this foundational program. Each pillar has lessons and habits associated with them. After all, learning is seeing/hearing AND doing. 


  1. Mindset & Motivation
  2. Nutrition & Digestion
  3. Movement & Activity
  4. Stress & Nervous System
  5. Sleep, Rest & Recovery


The entire program is based on smart versus hard work. The mission is to create sustainable transformations that will last long after each person completes the program.


Developing new habits and upgrading yourself can be a challenge but with the 4 C’s we make it easy to learn and implement new (better) ways of doing things.


Coaching


Each day there is a coaching call. It’s not necessary to attend each one, but they are offered daily so that anyone with a problem or question can get support when they need it. And if you miss a call, all good - it’s recorded and posted in the community group each day.


Community


The coaching calls help with building our community but at the same time, we have a private online forum that allows us to share wins, post pictures, ask questions and support one another. This platform is kind of like a Facebook group (but better without the distractions).



Curriculum


Just like in school, here your coach teaches and helps you problem solve during the group calls but then you can follow along and progress at your own pace with the modules. The module curriculum breaks down everything you need to know about the 5 pillars of health and is an excellent resource to learn from if making it to the group calls is a challenge.



Customization


Though this is a group program, each guy has his own customized health portal and personal plan that gets updated based on metrics. We create trackers and integrate wearables like FitBit and Withings to directly pull data from, giving us a complete picture to then evolve your program from.



Want to Learn More?


If you’re a guy who wants to get in great shape, tired of not getting results and truly wants to know what health is all about then join the LeanDads crew - It’s open for you to join anytime. If you would like to join or just learn more you can email Josh at Josh@LeanDads.com or complete your application here.

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