The Define Success Podcast with Matt Lupi

Jeremy Hills is an entrepreneur and visionary. As the co-founder and President of Kollective, he has been responsible for building one of the top performance clubs and communities in the country. Prior to being an entreprenuer, Jeremy was a world-class Running Back. As the No. 3 RB recruit in the country, he committed to and played for the University of Texas - Austin. After dealing with injuries, he was forced to pivot into a new chapter of his life which included medical device sales, performance coaching and entrepreneurship.  In this episode, we first dive into Jeremy's background as an athlete. He shares what got him into football, how he exceled and separated himself from his peers. He shares lessons learned about work ethic and leadership.  We then transition to his life after football, where Jeremy had a choice on what he was going to do next with his career. After working a few years in sales, he decided to train professional athletes. Jeremy shares the story of flying to pitch NFL athletes and spending his first year going 0/16 in those meetings. Just a few years later, he was training upwards of 200 NFL athletes per year.  Finally, we talk about Kollective. The vision behind the social performance club is unveiled and he gives an inside look at what it takes to create a unique service in the fitness space. Jeremy shares his motivation and drive behind his work ethic and legacy.  And last, we wrap up by talking about how Jeremy defines success. 

Matt Johnson’s story of running across Texas is a powerful testament to faith, resilience, and the human spirit. In just 17 days, 8 hours, and 55 minutes, Matt set the record for running 841.92 miles across the state, starting on October 1st in El Paso and finishing in Galveston. But the road to breaking this record was anything but smooth. Five weeks before the run, Matt suffered several leg injuries that put his goal in jeopardy. After praying and committing to his mission, he set out to complete what he said he would do, leaning on his faith and mental toughness every step of the way. Matt and I recorded a podcast before his Run Across Texas, which can be found here Matt's podcast with Red Rocks Church can he found here Learn more about the Run Across Texas and Valor Fit In this episode, Matt walks us through the incredible highs and lows of his journey. From the first day in El Paso, where a group of supportive runners joined him to kick off his run, to the challenges he faced around day five, when swollen feet caused excruciating pain, Matt recounts the moments that tested his limits. He shares the harrowing experience of running down Death Highway, where semi-trucks sped by just feet away, and the mental toll of returning to his van that day filled with anxiety and exhaustion. On day seven, in the midst of the most pain he had ever experienced, Matt discovered that pain is inevitable but can be defeated, proving that his mind was stronger than his body. Day 10 brought even greater challenges, as Matt battled violent vomiting, rolled his ankles on gravel roads, and questioned whether he could continue. Yet, he pushed through, driven by his faith and determination to finish. One of the most meaningful moments of the journey came during a community 5K in Austin, TX, sponsored by LSKD, where over 150 people showed up to run alongside him, donate to ValorFit, and offer their support. Matt describes the deep emotions of seeing the impact his run had on others and how that fueled him for the final stretch. Finally, Matt shares the emotional culmination of his journey when he reached Galveston and completed his record-setting run. Through every mile, every challenge, and every breakthrough, Matt’s story is a testament to the power of faith, community, and mental strength. Whether you’re a runner, someone seeking inspiration, or simply curious about what it takes to push past human limits, this episode will leave you motivated and inspired to pursue your own goals with relentless determination. Listen now to hear Matt Johnson’s incredible story of running across Texas, his unwavering testimony to God, and the lessons he learned along the way.

In this episode of the Define Success Podcast, Matt sits down with entrepreneur Scott Frazier and we discuss questions from the audience. Matt and Scott give their input on what is missing in the fitness industry today, mindset shifts that help overcome challenges, and how defining success has changed over time. 

Drew Haas is the owner of a boat rental service in Austin, TX, outdoor enthusiast and is most well-known for his appearance and victory on Netflix's 'Outlast' Season 3! Drew grew up in a small town in Texas and grew up hunting and fishing. After reading personal development books, he decided to take a risk on himself and bypass the conventional 9-5 route. Drew started his own business in Austin and started posting outdoors content. From this content, he was contacted by a producer to participate in a Mr. Beast video, which led to an appearance on Netflix's 'Outlast'. In this episode, Drew tells the story of being selected for the show and the process of preparing for, and participating in the show. He faced physical and mental hardship during his time in Alaska such as sleeping in freezing temperatures, hunting and gathering for food, losing over 20lbs in 10 days, and more. Ultimately, Drew persevered and won the show with his teammate, Drake. When it was all said and done, Drew and Drake split $1 million. Drew talks about the experience of seeing that money hit his bank account, and how meaningful it was as he spent years struggling with bills and credit card debt. Today, Drew is still on fire to develop himself, his faith, and the people around him. He shares that success is about happiness, not what is in your bank account. I hope this story inspires and entertains you!