I’ve met hundreds of fitness coaches in my career, but Puneet Rao’s story—and his message—stopped me in my tracks.

You’ve seen the glossy side of fitness: six-packs, heavy lifts, and the “go harder” culture. But what if I told you that chasing all that could actually make you weaker?

Puneet’s journey is nothing short of inspiring—from being an unfit 22-year-old hotel management intern to becoming one of the most respected transformation coaches in the country.

In this powerful episode we dive into:

• Why aesthetics can’t be your only fitness goal

• The hidden dangers of crash workouts and “quick fixes”

• How mobility can protect your body for life

• The small, consistent habits that build lasting strength

• What training smarter really looks like in the long run

By the end of this conversation, you’ll rethink the way you train, the goals you set, and even how you measure progress.

Time Stamps ( Links )

00:00 - 02:07 - Teaser

02:07 - 03:38 - Why Trainers are Important

03:38 - 08:18 - Puneet Chose Fitness

08:18 - 13:03 -  Puneet last job

13:03 - 14:01 - Who gave him Motivation

14:02 - 14:39 - Helping others is the goal

14:39 - 15:18 - Certifications Puneet Did

15:18 - 16:20 - Social Media is a distraction

16:20 - 22:09 - Fat Loss is easy

22:09 - 24:33 - How to warm up properly

24:33 - 25:43 - Wrist Warmup Explained

25:43 - 26:24 - Why Ryan has 4 Trainers

26:24 - 27:39 - How to choose the right Fitness Coach

27:39 - 29:22 - Why Mobility is Important

29:22 - 32:53 - Losing Weight is not Fitness

32:53 - 36:33  - Looking Big is not enough

36:33 - 38:59 - 2 Friends can't do the same workout

36:59 - 41:53 - How the Gym can make you younger

41:53 - 44:03 - Compound Movement is the best

44:03 - 43:13 - Mistakes in Gyms

43:13 - 49:52 - When to take Supplements

49:52 - 54:38 - How to boost Testosterone

54:38 - 56:07 - Puneet takes no stress

56:07 -1:00:05 - Women need to lift weights

About Guest

Puneet Rao is one of India’s most respected transformation coaches, but his journey didn’t begin in a gym—it started as an unfit 22-year-old working in hotel management, struggling with his own health and confidence. Determined to change, he rebuilt himself through discipline, smart training, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge. Today, Puneet is known for helping countless people achieve lasting strength, mobility, and true fitness—not just the aesthetics the industry sells. His story is proof that no matter where you start, with the right mindset and habits, you can completely rewrite your future.

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Resources ( Links )

1.Ace certification guide

2.Exercise and “getting younger”

3.Muscle mass slows aging

4. Mobility exercises benefits

5. Effects of increased cortisol levels

6. Why fat loss instead of weight loss

7. Testosterone and sleep

8. Stress affects testosterone negatively

9. Choosing guide for fitness instructor

10. Rise and dangers of doomscrolling