5 Thoughts to Start Your Week Strong

Ep 44: Pre-Race Nutrition Basics

Whether it’s your first race or your fiftieth, what you eat in the week leading up can make or break your performance. In this episode, Coach Josh breaks down practical, real-world strategies for pre-race nutrition — from how to carb load the right way, to managing hydration, and even when to pull back on caffeine. You’ll learn: Why your training should double as your nutrition testing ground The biggest race-day nutrition mistake to avoid How to fuel with whole foods instead of junk carbs The simple hydration metric every racer should know And how small choices — like your caffeine timing — can impact race-day energy If you’re serious about showing up strong, clear-headed, and fueled for the finish, this one’s worth a listen. Follow us on Instagram: @fitness.on.fire Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @FitnessOnFireTV 📍 1350 Reynolds Ave, Suite 105 Irvine, CA 92614 🌐 Visit our website: www.FitnessOnFireOC.com

5 Thoughts to Start Your Week Strong

Throwing it back to one of Coach Josh’s all-time favorite Monday talks — 5 Thoughts to Start Your Week Strong. Five quick lessons. Five timeless reminders. Perfect if you need a little reset to kick off the week. Follow us on Instagram: @fitness.on.fire Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @FitnessOnFireTV 📍 1350 Reynolds Ave, Suite 105 Irvine, CA 92614 🌐 Visit our website: www.FitnessOnFireOC.com

Ep 42: How to Address Your Stress: From Fear to Hope

In this week’s episode, Coach Josh Graves dives into something we all wrestle with: stress — the good kind, the bad kind, and how to handle both. From chasing goals to learning how to be present, Coach Josh shares how to reprogram your “operating system” from fear to hope, and how that shift can change the way you show up in training, work, and life.

Ep 41: All About the Graves Challenge + Upcoming October Events

This week on the Fitness on Fire Podcast, Coach Josh drops all the updates you need for October — from trail runs and swag pre-sales to the highlight of the month: Graves Challenge Week + Spirit Week (Oct 27–31)! Josh shares the history and philosophy behind the Graves Challenge, why it’s more than just a fitness test, and how it measures well-rounded strength, endurance, and resilience — not just scale victories. Whether you’re a first-time participant or a seasoned black-band holder, he breaks down what to expect, how the lifts are scored, and why this challenge is designed to level up your fitness anywhere in the world. Plus, get a sneak peek at Spirit Week themes: Oct 27 – Sports Day Oct 28 – Pajama Day Oct 29 – Disney Day Oct 30 – Decades Day Oct 31 – Halloween Costume Day Join the community for workouts, themed fun, and a chance to push yourself while cheering each other on. Coach Josh also shares tips for preparing throughout October so you’re ready to crush it during the big week.

Ep 40: 5-Minute Motivation: The World Needs Your “You-ness

What if the world is waiting for your unique gift — your “you-ness”? In this 5-minute motivation, Coach Josh breaks down the Law of Dharma — the idea that everyone has a unique purpose and talent meant to be shared. From writing letters to his son to walking away from a secure six-figure job, Josh shares how trusting his heart and chasing his purpose led to a life of fulfillment and impact. If you’ve ever felt called to something more — this is your reminder to go for it. Be unapologetically you. The world needs your gift. 💥 🎧 Tune in, reflect, and get fired up to share your “you-ness” today. Follow us on Instagram: @fitness.on.fire Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @FitnessOnFireTV 📍 1350 Reynolds Ave, Suite 105 Irvine, CA 92614 🌐 Visit our website: www.FitnessOnFireOC.com