In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts dives into one of the most overlooked yet critical topics in youth sports RED-S, or Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport.

Drawing from 27 years of experience in nutrition and performance, Jeremy breaks down what happens when young athletes consistently burn more calories than they consume and the serious effects it can have on growth, hormones, recovery, and long-term health. Speaking to both parents and athletes, he explains how under-fueling leads to fatigue, injury, irritability, and even stalled development. From spotting the warning signs to building smart fueling habits, Jeremy provides the blueprint to keep your athlete healthy, strong, and performing at their best.

He reveals the hard truth: Most young athletes aren’t underperforming from lack of effort they’re under-fueled. But the good news? RED-S is preventable with the right knowledge, nutrition, and daily consistency.

From sleep, hydration, and calorie tracking to meal planning and communication between parents and athletes, this episode is packed with actionable insight to help families build champions the right way fuel first, perform second, recover always.

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In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts dives deep into one of life’s most overlooked laws: cause and effect the undeniable link between your choices and your results.

Jeremy breaks down why your life right now is the sum of every decision you’ve made from the reps you skipped to the habits you’ve built. He challenges athletes, parents, and leaders alike to stop blaming circumstances and start owning the choices that shape their outcomes. Drawing lessons from The Traveler’s Gift by Andy Andrews and the relentless examples of Tom Brady, Kobe Bryant, and Muhammad Ali, Jeremy reveals how small daily causes create massive long-term effects.

He reveals the hard truth: Success isn’t magic it’s math. Your results are built by your choices.

But the good news? You can start choosing differently today.

From parenting and leadership to mindset and performance, this episode is a masterclass in ownership, discipline, and personal responsibility showing you how to take back control of your life, your goals, and your legacy.

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In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts breaks down what it really means to be a champion and it’s not about rings, trophies, or the scoreboard.

Sparked by a question from a 13-year-old athlete, Jeremy unpacks the champion mindset that applies to both sports and life. He lays out the cornerstones of being a champion: discipline when no one’s watching, resilience through adversity, focus in a world of distraction, and character that leads with humility and integrity. Drawing on his own stories from Friday night football to raising athletes today Jeremy challenges parents to model championship habits and teaches athletes that being a champion is about who you become, not just what you win.

He reveals the hard truth: Winning a game doesn’t make you a champion your mindset does.

But the good news? Every day you get the chance to build champion habits.

From meal plans and training sessions to parenting moments and personal growth, this episode is your playbook for raising and becoming a true champion in sports, business, and life.

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In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts shares a powerful message on why discipline not motivation builds the house you’ll live in tomorrow.

Jeremy opens up about drifting from his own habits over the summer and how recommitting to discipline changed everything. He explains why motivation fades, but discipline compounds creating momentum, identity, and results. From base hits versus home runs, to consistency over excuses, Jeremy unpacks how small daily wins stack into a life of strength, success, and legacy. He closes with a powerful story about a carpenter who cut corners on his last house only to discover he was building it for himself.

He reveals the hard truth: You’re building your life every day whether with excuses or with discipline.

But the good news? You get to choose the kind of house you’ll live in.

From workouts to business, parenting to faith, this episode is a challenge to stop negotiating with your feelings, start honoring your commitments, and build the house you’ll be proud to call your own.

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testIn this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts sits down with Army combat veteran, coach, and father of four, Andrew Chavarrilla, to talk about what it really means for dads to take care of business.

Andrew shares his powerful story from flying the American flag over Saddam Hussein’s palace, to building his family, to coaching youth sports for over a decade. Together, Jeremy and Andrew break down why fatherhood is about more than showing up to games it’s about modeling discipline, fitness, and faith every single day. They discuss the difference between pushing kids versus pressuring them, the role of dads in nutrition and recovery, and how presence not perfection defines legacy.

He reveals the hard truth: Too many dads are absent, distracted, or hypocritical in what they expect from their kids.

But the good news? Every father can step up, set the standard, and become the rock their family needs.

From building resilience and discipline to showing up in the stands and at the dinner table, this episode is a challenge for every dad: be present, be the standard, and lead your family by example.

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In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts speaks directly to parents about the most important role they play in raising young athletes.

Drawing from his own journey raising two boys through T-ball, high school, and beyond, Jeremy shares the lessons he’s learned the mistakes, the wins, and the principles that matter most. He breaks down why parents must enjoy the moments, set the tone, and lead by example. From fueling with proper nutrition, to building discipline at home, to shaping a child’s inner voice with encouragement, Jeremy reveals the real playbook for raising not just great athletes, but great men and women.

He reveals the hard truth: Your kids aren’t just listening to your words they’re watching your example.

But the good news? You already have the power to guide them by modeling discipline, nutrition, respect, and resilience.

From the baseball field to the dinner table, this episode is a reminder to slow down, enjoy the season, and step fully into your role as the guide your athlete needs.

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In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts delivers a full breakdown on athlete nutrition—covering calories, macros, hydration, sleep, and the daily disciplines that truly fuel performance.

Jeremy walks through why size, speed, and strength matter for every sport, then breaks down the practical steps athletes and parents need to calculate calorie burn, set protein/carb/fat targets, and structure six meals a day for growth. From hydration protocols to sleep routines, Jeremy lays out the exact blueprint to gain weight, build strength, and recover properly. He also reminds parents why nutrition can’t be left to chance—it’s just as important as training.

He reveals the hard truth: Most athletes don’t fail because of talent—they fail because they don’t fuel correctly.

But the good news? Nutrition is a system you can control, and it will transform your performance if you stay consistent.

From calculating your BMR and TDEE to building daily meals that win the day, this episode is the resource every athlete and parent needs to stop guessing and start fueling for greatness.

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In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts sits down with former Kansas City Royals first-round draft pick Hunter Dozier to talk about baseball, faith, family, and what it really takes to succeed on and off the field.

Hunter opens up about his journey from Denton High School to Stephen F. Austin, to becoming the 8th overall pick in the MLB Draft. He shares the setbacks that fueled his work ethic, the nights he hopped fences just to get extra reps, and the mindset that carried him through the highs and lows of professional baseball. More importantly, Hunter talks about life after the big leagues—being a husband, a father of four, and how nutrition, discipline, and faith now guide his family.

He reveals the hard truth: Talent alone doesn’t get you there discipline, sacrifice, and faith do.

But the good news? Those same lessons from sports can build success in every area of life.

From overcoming setbacks, to teaching kids through example, to his new partnership with CorVive to bring trusted nutrition to families, this episode is packed with wisdom for athletes, parents, and anyone chasing greatness.

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