131 - Spencer Walker - What It Takes to Succeed as a Dad, Athlete, and Student of Life

This episode is special—because it’s with one of my oldest friends, Spencer Walker. 

We go way back… all the way to the “Pack Rats” days. But today, Spencer is a husband, father, CrossFit athlete, and a first-year med student working toward becoming a PM&R doctor.

We covered everything: consistency in fitness, the science behind recovery, balancing training with fatherhood, staying spiritually grounded, and what it really means to follow Christ in a world full of distractions. From childhood memories to adult responsibilities, this conversation was raw, funny, and full of wisdom.

Whether you're trying to take better care of your body, deepen your faith, or just figure out how to make the most of the hours in your day—this one’s for you.

5 Key Takeaways:

1. Consistency is King – From doing pushups between med school study breaks to tracking protein like a bodybuilder, Spencer shows how small daily actions lead to massive long-term results.
2. Creatine & Sleep Matter – We broke down how recovery really works, why creatine isn’t just for bodybuilders, and how poor sleep can sabotage your progress.
3. Stress & the Nervous System – Learn the difference between acute and chronic stress, and why living in a constant fight-or-flight state can wreck your body and mind.
4. Faith as a Foundation – Spencer shares how prayer, scripture, and trusting God’s plan helped him get through medical school—and how following Christ shapes everything from his workouts to his parenting.
5. Identity Shapes Outcomes – We talked about identity-based habits and how seeing yourself as someone who follows through—spiritually, physically, or emotionally—makes all the difference.

You’re not done.
You’re just getting started.

Let’s keep getting after it.

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