2600: Mike O’Hearn
2600: Mike O’Hearn  
Podcast: Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
Published On: Mon May 19 2025
Description: Mike O’Hearn Why he was bred for bodybuilding. (2:06) Growing up in a big family. (3:44) The guy who likes the journey will do better than the man who wants the destination. (5:28) Why he decided to go natural. (8:15) Tips for continuing to perform long-term. (14:33) How much has having a child changed his life? (17:53) Why he appreciates being an older father. (22:14) The drastic changes in gym culture. (24:42) Favorite workout partners. (28:37) His unique friendship with Stan Efferding. (32:31) Nutrition advice for longevity. (35:07) His transition from stage to screen. (39:24) His experience on American Gladiators. (41:02) “It’s not the shows that win it, it’s what you do with yourself, your personality/image.” His mindset behind building his wealth outside of fitness. (46:21) The impact of his partner. (51:13) Does working out get better as you get older? (54:10) Put yourself around high-performing people. (59:29) Being the ‘meme’ guy. (1:05:47) “The finance shouldn’t outride the energy.” (1:07:19) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for 20% off your first order (new customers) and double rewards points for existing customers. ** May Special: MAPS 15 Performance or RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code MAY50 at checkout ** Tom Platz - Wikipedia Magazine Dreams (2023) - IMDb The American Gladiators Documentary Battle Dome - Wikipedia Watch Con Man | Prime Video - amazon.com Divinity - Rotten Tomatoes Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Mike O’Hearn (@mikeohearn) Instagram Website YouTube Stan “Rhino” Efferding (@stanefferding) Instagram Jocko Willink (@jockowillink) Instagram Josh Barnett (@joshlbarnett) Instagram