Can You Imagine Leaving a Six-Figure Job for Fitness? Here’s How Duarte Monteiro Did It!
In this episode, Michael Pallozzi sits down with Duarte Monteiro from Zen Sport. Duarte, a former corporate investigator turned performance coach, shares his unconventional path from martial arts to fitness training. Learn how Duarte left his corporate job to pursue his passion for helping people achieve peak performance. They discuss the importance of functional training, avoiding injuries, and how Duarte’s methods are transforming the lives of his clients, including busy entrepreneurs. Tune in for insights on maintaining physical resilience at any age and how fitness can be a game-changer in your personal and professional life.
Tune into this episode to also learn:
- Why entrepreneurs should prioritize their physical health.
- The importance of injury prevention in fitness training.
- How functional movement training can benefit both athletes and busy professionals.
- The role of seed oils in nutrition and how to make healthier food choices.
What we discussed
- [00:01:05] Duarte’s journey from competitive martial arts to corporate investigations.
- [00:03:40] The turning point that led Duarte to shift from corporate life to fitness coaching.
- [00:05:25] Duarte’s development of performance training for athletes and adults.
- [00:08:57] How Duarte integrates physical therapy insights into his coaching.
- [00:13:45] The creation of the adult Z Fit program for busy professionals.
3 Things To Remember
- Entrepreneurs often neglect their physical health, but maintaining functional fitness is crucial for long-term resilience
- Functional movement training isn’t just about strength; it’s about keeping the body injury-free and adaptable.
- Consistent, personalized training can reverse the effects of aging on the body and brain.
Memorable moments:
(00:09:00) “We saw a lot of short-term gains with a lot of long-term pains.”
(00:22:18) “Think about where you’re going to be 15, 20 years down the road… How is your body going to be functioning?”
(00:27:55) “It just shows you how malleable the brain is even as we age.”
Useful Links
Connect with Michael Pallozzi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelpallozzihfm/
Connect with Duarte Monteiro: zensportspeed.com
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