Upgrade Mentality

Upgrade Mentality

By: Bryan Sa Pimentel

Language: en

Categories: Education, Self Improvement, Health, Fitness

🎧 About Upgrade MentalityWelcome to Upgrade Mentality — the podcast for those who want more out of life, body, and mind. Hosted by Bryan Sa Pimentel, entrepreneur, strength coach, and advocate of natural health and holistic living, this show explores the mindset, habits, and disciplines that lead to true transformation.Each episode dives deep into the art of self-mastery — combining science-based training, natural wellness, and powerful mindset shifts to help you perform at your highest level. From mastering your body to optimizing your recovery, nutrition, and mental resilience, Bryan shares the tools to help you feel, think, and live better.This is your bl...

Episodes

UPGRADE MENTALITY #43 The Hidden Power of Bone Broth: Nature’s Liquid Gold for Your Health
Dec 15, 2025

In today's podcast episode, we are looking at the amazing benefits of bone broth and why it's considered liquid gold for doctors, naturopaths and health physicians.

Duration: 00:13:50
UPGRADE MENTALITY #42 Power Up Your Immune System This Fall: The Best Vitamins & Foods to Stay Strong and Healthy
Oct 07, 2025

In this episode, we are speaking about the different vitamins, minerals and foods to take during the Fall season, which is the beginning of seasonal sicknesses.

Like to blog post: https://www.fullbodyathletics.com/post/power-up-your-immune-system-this-fall-the-best-vitamins-foods-to-stay-strong-and-healthy

Duration: 00:18:11
UPGRADE MENTALITY #41 Ashwagandha, the ancient herb backed up by science
Oct 07, 2025

In today's podcast, we're reviewing the powerful effects of Ashwagandha and its adaptagenic properties on the body.

Duration: 00:12:44
UPGRADE MENTALITY #40 7 Easy nutrition swaps for better dieting
Sep 30, 2025

In today's podcast, we're swapping kitchen classics who are good for the soul but bad for dieting. We're introducing healthy choices for otherwise unhealthy snacks!

Duration: 00:23:13
UPGRADE MENTALITY #39 How much time do we need weekly of weightlifting for fat loss and longevity?
Jun 17, 2025

In this episode, we're looking at how much time do we need to spend weightlifting in order to maximize fat loss and improve our longevity.

Here is a link to our blog to read more:

https://www.fullbodyathletics.com/post/how-many-minutes-of-weightlifting-do-we-need-per-week

To train with us online:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cofox.kahunas.FullbodyAthletics&pcampaignid=web_share

Duration: 00:27:49
UPGRADE MENTALITY #38 8 Reasons why you're getting injured and how to train with an injured limb
May 13, 2025

Hey Fam, in this episode we're looking at the top 8 reasons why you're getting injured and what to do about it!

https://www.fullbodyathletics.com/post/what-is-the-real-reason-behind-injuries

To train with us online:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cofox.kahunas.FullbodyAthletics&pcampaignid=web_share

Duration: 00:14:58
UPGRADE MENTALITY #37 Health Benefits of Chlorophyll and why health specialists love it
May 02, 2025

Hey there Students! Today's podcast will be on chlorophyll and why health specialists are loving this compound for longevity.

https://www.fullbodyathletics.com/post/why-doctors-are-now-recommending-chlorophyll-benefits-for-natural-healing

Come train with us online:

https://kahunas.io/coach/payment/link/6b7084cb-1a11-48c6-b00b-c94a2988b82e/fe6aa479-7f84-4bf1-a5e7-97c1cc793db3

Follow us on socials:

IG: Fullbody_Athletics

Tiktok: Fullbody_athletics

Youtube: FullBody Athletics

Duration: 00:21:36
UPGRADE MENTALITY #36 Why doctors recommend Creatine: The benefits and misconceptions of this ever growing compound
Apr 08, 2025

In this podcast, we're uncovering the truth about creatine as a supplement. What is the recommended dosage, creatine benefits for different ages and false misconceptions.

Duration: 00:30:56
UPGRADE MENTALITY #35 The Science-Backed Guide to Fighting Winter Blues (Without Medication)
Mar 04, 2025

Hey guys! In this amazing episode, we are reviewing the "Winter Blues" syndrome and looking at the different alternatives on How to deal with it and what you naturally do .

Duration: 00:29:43
UPGRADE MENTALITY #34 How to not rush things- Business Panel with Niiamah Ashong
Feb 18, 2025

Hello Upgrade mentality Fam! Recently I was invited to participate in a business panel with our friends here at Outlier's Edge with great host, Niiamah Ashong along with other entrepreneurs from all levels discussing the delicate art of NOT rushing things.

Enjoy

Duration: 00:50:06
UPGRADE MENTALITY #33 Why your blood sugar levels matter and how to regulate it
Jan 30, 2025

Hello dear Upgrade Mentality Students! In today's podcast, we're looking at Blood Glucose Levels and how to regulate it naturally for weight loss.

Duration: 00:15:39
UPGRADE MENTALITY #32 5 tips to NOT overindulge during the holidays 🎄
Dec 24, 2024

Tis the season of eating, and in most cases OVEREATING! Here are 5 tips, how TO NOT overindulge during this year's holidays 🎄

Duration: 00:12:15
UPGRADE MENTALITY #31 Snacking secrets for weight loss and muscle gains
Dec 12, 2024

What, how and when to snack? These are the common questions I always get. Today we're here to talk about healthy snacking.

Duration: 00:20:10
UPGRADE MENTALITY #30 The important lessons of hockey with Peter Abbandonato
Aug 21, 2024

In today's podcast I'm with Peter Abbandonato, a professional ice hockey player who plays for the Finish Ice Hockey league, Liga, Peter speaks about his time in pro hockey and the important lessons he learned from playing with the best in the world.

Duration: 00:35:38
UPGRADE MENTALITY #29 3 A short guide to bulletproof knees
Aug 21, 2024

A simple and comprehensive guide on one and the most important joints in the body, the knees. We're talking about common issues, different stresses and exercises to help make your knees, bulletproof.

Duration: 00:19:51
UPGRADE MENTALITY #28 3 Lessons I learned with the best of the Fitness industry
Aug 02, 2024

After a beautiful weekend in New Jersey with the best Coach and gym owners of the fitness industry, I learned 3 lessons that I want to share with you

Duration: 00:20:18
UPGRADE MENTALITY #27 HOW TO MAKE YOUR CARDIO BETTER.! A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE ON AEROBIC TRAINING
Jul 24, 2024

In this podcast episode #27, we are talking about cardiovascular training, how to improve and how to make this type of training easy for you.

https://www.fullbodyathletics.com/post/unlocking-the-power-of-cardio-a-comprehensive-guide-to-effective-weight-management

Duration: 00:18:52
UPGRADE MENTALITY #26 Unlocking the Truth About Gluten: Is It Really Good for Your Health?
Jul 09, 2024

This episode we are navigating the truth about gluten and is it really that bad for you and gluten free diets the best things out there?

Duration: 00:18:35
UPGRADE MENTALITY #25 The highs and lows of entrepreneuship and how you know you're on the right path
Jun 10, 2024

In this episode, we're talking about entrepreneurship and how to maneuver the highs and lows of success with humility and consistency.

Duration: 01:20:40
UPGRADE MENTALITY #24 How to Gain Muscle Mass the Right Way for Maximum Results (part 1)
Apr 21, 2024

In today's podcast we're teaching you everything you need to know about the science of muscle mass; how to put it on and keep it there forever. PART 1

Duration: 00:27:30
UPGRADE MENTALITY #23 The 5 proven steps to establishing a powerful habit
Apr 05, 2024

Habit and habit formation is never task to do or perform and yet it can shape our lives. In today's podcast were reviewing the 5 proven steps to establishing a powerful and long lasting habit.

Duration: 00:17:56
UPGRADE MENTALITY #22 How to be a better listener and the hidden keys to communication
Mar 23, 2024

In today's podcast we're reviewing Oscar Trimboli's book, "How to listen" and diving into the realm of communication

Duration: 00:17:11
UPGRADE MENTALITY #21 A Comprehensive Guide to Daily Protein Intake: Why it Matters and How Much You Need
Mar 20, 2024

How much protein do we really need? What does protein do to the body? These are all the questions we will be answering in today's podcast!

Duration: 00:15:30
UPGRADE MENTALITY #20 What is leadership and the 7 skills you need to develop to ascend to the next level
Jul 29, 2023

In this episode, we are looking at leadership as a whole and what skills we need to master to become the leaders we've always dreamed of becoming.

Duration: 00:28:00
UPGRADE MENTALITY #19 How Much Water Should I Drink in a Day? A Comprehensive Guide
Jul 29, 2023

A full comprehensive guide of what exactly water is, its benefits to our health and how it can better our performance at the gym.

Duration: 00:21:48
UPGRADE #18 Unveiling the Surprising Benefits of Sea Moss: A Nutrient-Packed Superfood
Jul 29, 2023

In this episode, we are talking about the benefits of sea moss and how it can improve your health and longevity.

Duration: 00:16:03
UPGRADE MENTALITY #17 Laurent-Philippe St-Onge
Jun 03, 2023

On parle des différents chemins qui t’amènent au succès,les multiples mythes policières et la violence croissante àMontréal avec policier et patrouilleur pour la sûreté du Québec, Laurent-Philippe. 👮🏻‍♂️

Duration: 01:10:38
UPGRADE MENTALITY #16 Unlocking the Power of Ashwagandha
May 09, 2023

Ashwagandha is a powerful herb who has been linked to lowering stress and cortisol. How should we use it, and how can this herb help you in your everyday.

Duration: 00:18:54
UPGRADE MENTALITY #15 THE IMPORTANCE OF SLEEP AND HOW TO MAKE IT BETTER
May 09, 2023

Sleep is the most recuperative action we can take in our daily lives to make ourselves healthier and stronger. Today we're diving in to the importance of sleep and its importance. https://www.fullbodyathletics.com/post/the-importance-of-sleep-and-how-we-can-make-it-better

Duration: 00:15:52
UPGRADE MENTALITY #14 JULIEN NERI
Feb 18, 2023

We're speaking with Julien Neri, a local cooking influencer on Tiktok who speaks the importance of finding your niche and pursuing your dreams.

Duration: 00:56:06
UPGRADE MENTALITY #13 COLD SHOWERS AND HOW IT CAN BETTER YOU MOOD AND ENERGY
Feb 09, 2023

In episode 13 of Upgrade Mentality, we are looking at the benefits of cold showers and how it can better your mood and energy

Duration: 00:24:29
UPGRADE MENTALITY #13 COLD SHOWERS AND HOW IT CAN BETTER YOU MOOD AND ENERGY
Feb 09, 2023

In episode 13 of Upgrade Mentality, we are looking at the benefits of cold showers and how it can better your mood and energy

Duration: 00:26:05
UPGRADE MENTALITY #12 MICHAEL ALVES ANTUNES
Jan 18, 2023

On parle d'entreprise familiale avec Michael Alves Antunes, le co-propriétaire d'un des restaurants les plus fameux à Montréal, Ma Poule Mouillé 🍗

Duration: 00:46:36
UPGRADE MENTALITY #11 TOP 3 REASONS YOU SHOULD MEAL PREP AND EASY PRINCIPLES OF NUTRTION
Jan 18, 2023

To get fit, you must meal prep! Here are the top 3 reasons why you should meal prep, and what are differences between a carb, fat and protein?

Duration: 00:24:59
UPGRADE MENTALITY #10 PAOLA HALLÉ
Dec 26, 2022

On parle de budget et finances avec Paola Hallé, spécialiste en sécurité financière chez Groupe IA (Industriel Alliance Groupe Financier) 💵

Duration: 00:37:02
UPGRADE MENTALITY #9 David Sebestyen
Nov 30, 2022

We're talking about the lessons learned as an entrepreneur with David Sebestyen and his up and coming pastry business, Ol' Sweet

Duration: 00:47:16
UPGRADE MENTALITY #8 WOMEN'S MENSTRUAL CYCLE AND KEYS TO STAYING FIT
Nov 08, 2022

In this week's episode, we're talking about women's menstrual cycle and how you can deal with the ups and downs of ovulation and how you can stay fit during this process

Duration: 00:19:33
UPGRADE MENTALITY #7 EDGAR POSTIGO
Nov 02, 2022

Talking houses and mortgages with Edgar Postigo, mortgage specialist at CIBC

Duration: 00:51:54
UPGRADE MENTALITY #6 HOW TO ADOPT A GROWTH MINDSET TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS AND PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Oct 21, 2022

In this episode we're reviewing the book, "Growth Mindset" by Dr Dweck and how this mentality can be used to grow our business and improve our personal relationships.

Duration: 00:15:21
UPGRADE MENTALITY #5 MAURO SIMONETTI
Mar 04, 2022

We're talking health and longevity with Mauro Simonetti 🌼

Mauro is one of the leading Naturopath's in Montreal and is also the territory manager and medical consultant for NFH, a supplement company based in Quebec, Canada.

Duration: 01:12:19
UPGRADE MENTALITY #4 RUBEN SA PIMENTEL
Jan 26, 2022

Cooking up a conversation with Ruben Sa Pimentel. Ruben is the owner of one of Montreal's most up and coming restaurants, Julian's Comptoir 🌶

Duration: 00:37:27
UPGRADE MENTALITY #3- CAMILLE INTERNOSCIA
Nov 17, 2021

On parle de mode et surtout carrière avec la belle Camille Internoscia 👗

Camille Internoscia est une jeune styliste pente en croissante dans le monde de la mode à Montréal.

Duration: 01:06:38
UPGRADE MENTALITY #2- REDGYY JUPITER
Nov 05, 2021

On parle de croissance avec le Yogi le plus puissant sur la planète 🧘🏿

Redggy Jupiter est un des professeurs les plus populaires au Québec, avec plus de 20 000 abonnés sur son IG ainsi que sa plateforme en ligne, il est une inspiration pour n'importe quel entrepreneur.

Duration: 01:01:38
UPGRADE MENTALITY #1 -MEAGHAN BENFEITO
Oct 04, 2021

Diving deep with the great Meaghan Benfeito 🌳

Meaghan is one of the most decorated Canadian Olympic athletes and has competed in 4 Olympic games in the single and double 10 meter diving event.

Duration: 00:49:10