#WinToday with Johnny Martin

Success is in The Try! Is It? Have you ever taken the time at the end of your day to evaluate your Effort?  I mean really scrutinize How Hard You Worked? Most of us don’t. If you do, you wil...

FitOps Foundation Sometimes say “Thank You” is not enough. Sometimes we have to GIVE Thanks. Learn more about the FitOps Foundation and find out how you can Enter the Fight! For more information, chec...

Today marks the one year anniversary of my father’s death. I wanted to share some thoughts on how we grow through loss; and just as importantly, to remind ourselves how precious our daily life truly i...

Have a TOUGH Conversation There is so much growth that can come from engaging in difficult conversations. There is a huge difference between BEING difficult in a conversation and HAVING a difficult co...

Simple concept that is lost of many of us, far too often. It’s easier and safer to make others feel the way we feel, good or bad. This week, let’s do what’s tough. Let’s work on growing and getting be...

Stay In Your Lane? How many of you involve yourself is situations that are not yours to deal with. Why? Ask yourself these questions to maximize your time and keep your pile small Does this have ANY...

CHANGE? Why do most of us hate CHANGE?  Because, it does not feel safe or comfortable. If nothing changes, nothing changes. Start small, identify an area you would like to change and be inte...

Bobby Somers From Purple Heart to Open Heart On this episode I sit with my dear friend Bobby Somers, a Purple Heart veteran of the war in Iraq Bobby and I talk family, friendship and love. Bobby opens...

 When is the last time you truly examined the people, places, and things that add VALUE to your life? What does Life’s Value mean to you? How can you take a closer look at the people, places, and...

 Belief: Challenge: Change Trust YOUR Process We are told all the time to Trust THE Process. For most of us, myself included, we have NO IDEA what that means. It’s because we don’t know what our ...

Have you ever asked yourself why your "wake up" matters? That's right!!!! At the beginning of every day, this simple yet extremely powerful question can help change your life. After you listen, give...

 PLEASE!!!!!! Stop waiting for things to happen for you.  Start BETTING on yourself and make those things happen for yourself.  Give the latest episode a listen and learn how.  Lov...

 Our “data” was not created overnight and cannot be changed overnight.  Find out where your stories come from and learn to do the daily work to change them.  ...

Are you a Pathway or an Obstacle? When we do well, we have no problem taking the credit for “blazing our trail”.  When we screw up though, it is usually someone else’s fault.  Let’s wor...

 Be My Guest, Seriously! All of us have talents, strengths, and gifts that can help others grow and get better.  Would you like to share yours with the world?  I Hope So! Find out ...

Say Thank You! Simple message, right? Why don’t we practice it, say it, and live it more often? Your reasons are probably the same as mine. Let’s work to change that! Enjoy! ...

 GRIT When Passion and Purpose collide, our personal growth can soar to places we never imagined. Let’s add the final P to the mix, the P in GRIT! It has always been one of my biggest struggles a...

W.I.N. When the struggles of daily life become overwhelming and we don’t know how to regroup, what can we do? Take a deep breath, slow it down and ask yourself this question: What’s  Important&nb...

 Be Brave All of us, at one time or another, have wanted “it” but FEAR stood in our way.  Why? More importantly, how can we practice being more brave on a daily basis? Bravery is not about b...

 Have you ever thought that regular, everyday occurrences can change your life in amazing ways?   They Can!!!! If we are present and view EVERY encounter as a gift, and a chance to be t...

Silence is our Friend. SOMETIMES Other times though, our voice is required. Not just so others will “hear” us; so that we can continue to solidify OUR truth. This episode looks as what Hills are w...

You’re Full of IT and So Am I! Let’s get honest with ourselves, my friends. Many of us do a great job of saying all the right things. Do we always do the right thing? For me, the answer is NO. Th...

A Day of Gratitude Many of us have trouble dealing with the struggles of the day. Many of these struggles are unnecessary and a simple shift in mindset can turn your struggles into your greatest stre...

What do you do when your hero, your idol, and your best friend dies. Check out the latest episode of the podcast to find out. John discusses the pain, and growth that has come from losing “POP” ...

Season 2 | Episode 1  Damn, I Missed You All! John fills us in on his break from the podcast and shares some exciting news about the future of #WinToday. ...

We're Back! “Good People”   It has been said that you will become the sum of the 5 people you spend the most time with.   If this is true, and I believe it is; WHO are YOUR people? More importantly, w...

Living Your Best Life   This has become an increasingly popular “theme” where people post their “best life” moments for the world to see.   There is a huge difference between snapshots in time and a l...

Everyone wants MORE, few are willing to do MORE. Despite the  millions of self help books, videos, and social media pages, there is still at top 1%!!!   WHY?   Let’s keep it simple, more often than no...

Lead, Follow, or Get out of the Way!   This episode looks at the traits that make a great leader. You may disagree, so give it a listen!   All of us, in some way, are lead or have the responsibility t...

You have to sail across the ocean and can only pick 5 people to join you. Who are they? Why?In this episode we wax about the “haters” and look to define how you can get real good at ignoring the noise...

There are no short cuts, “easy wins”, quick fixes, etc. Usually those that can, DO!!!  Are you one of those people?  I hope so, because I want to hear from you!!!!!  Listen to this week’s episodes sid...

From Gridiron to Greatness. Christina Ferrara Part 2/2   Former NFL Player Christian Ferrara, Who now works as a teacher in an urban high school, shares his journey with us. Christian and I talk about...

From Gridiron to Greatness. Christian Ferrara Part 1/2   Former NFL Player Christian Ferrara, Who now works as a teacher in an urban high school, shares his journey with us. Christian and I talk about...

Failure: Most of us don’t realize what a GIFT failure can be. We get so wrapped up in the “Fail”.   That often times we lose the Lesson. This episode looks at Failure as the Springboard for success. E...

OWED NOTHINGWhen we start to understand that we are “owed nothing”, we can begin to Earn It All!Johnny discusses how he has worked to break this ideology in his own life, and how you can too!!!Enjoy! ...

This is Part 2 of a 2 part episode.  Be sure to listen to part 1!   In this episode, I have the chance to speak with GangStar Creative founder, Devona Stimpson.  Devona is an artist, entrepreneur, aut...

This is Part 1 of a 2 part episode.   In this episode, I have the chance to speak with GangStar Creative founder, Devona Stimpson.  Devona is an artist, entrepreneur, author, and speaker.  She is San ...

This is part 2 of a wonderful conversation I had with Mr. Roy Burch. Bermuda Olympic Athlete, Roy BurchRoy Burch swam for his native Bermuda in 2 Olympic Games. In preparation for his third, he suffer...

Bermuda Olympic Athlete, Roy BurchRoy Burch swam for his native Bermuda in 2 Olympic Games. In preparation for his third, he suffered a career ending injury that changed his life forever. Listen to he...

Can't Catch a Break   Just can't seem to catch a break, huh?  In relationships, work, school, etc.?  In this episode, I share my personal struggles with this concept, and how we ALL can do a better jo...

I am joined in studio by professional boxer and owner of Old School Boxing Gym, Julio Rivera.  Julio takes us on his journey through his upbringing in the poorest neighborhood in Massachusetts; the am...

Have you ever wondered why certain things are easier to learn, FOR YOU, than other things are?  There are many reasons for that; but one involves Growth Mindset.     Instead of being frustrated becaus...

Meathead Millionaire  Mark Bell   In this 2 part episode I have a chance to talk with the owner of Super Training Gym, Slingshot Inventor, Podcast Host; and arguably the most recognizable figure in th...

Meathead Millionaire  Mark Bell   In this 2 part episode I have a chance to talk with the owner of Super Training Gym, Slingshot Inventor, Podcast Host; and arguably the most recognizable figure in th...

Hello Friends,    Listen in on this very rare discussion with my dear friend, Dan Baime, a partner and talent agent from ICM Partners.  ICM represents some of the biggest names in Hollywood.  Their cl...

Hello Friends,    This is Part 2 of my conversation with Mr. Dan Baime.  Enjoy!   Listen in on this very rare discussion with my dear friend, Dan Baime, a partner and talent agent from ICM Partners.  ...

In this episode, Rorke discusses his ethos, leadership philosophy, life lessons and his Campfire Sessions.   Life Lessons: - Winning pays - Losing has consequences (work to draw the difference...

In this episode, Rorke discusses his ethos, leadership philosophy, life lessons and his Campfire Sessions.   Life Lessons: - Winning pays - Losing has consequences (work to draw the difference...

As I continue this phenomenal conversation with Coach Turco, he details his life's work in coaching college athletes.  The message is not about football, it's about living a life of value; and trying ...

It is a pleasure to introduce you all to my good friend Kevin Turco.  Kevin is the Head Football Coach at Lindenwood University-Belleville in Belleville, Illinois.  Coach Turc shares his passion for f...