In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts opens up about one of the most important conversations parents can have with their young athletes helping them understand who they are outside of sports.Jeremy shares real stories from raising his sons, Pearson and Becket, and what he’s learned coaching athletes who tie their entire worth to their performance. He breaks down how culture, social media, and even well-meaning parents can unintentionally create identity pressure that leads to burnout, anxiety, and loss of confidence. From early bloomers to late bloomers, Jeremy explains why comparison kills joy and how to build a foundation based on faith, character, discipline, and respect.He reveals the hard truth: Your athlete’s value isn’t defined by their stats it’s defined by their character.But the good news? When kids know who they are beyond the game, they play free, confident, and with purpose.From the kitchen table to the car ride home, this episode challenges parents to love their kids for who they are, not what they do. Because one day, the game ends but the lessons, values, and character you build together last forever.Follow for more content and updates on everything I’m up to!Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyfoutsleadership/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremyfouts/Website: https://jeremyfouts.com/

In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts shares one of his most personal stories the journey of coaching his son, Pearson Fouts, from age seven through signing his college baseball commitment.

Jeremy opens up about what the years of practices, long car rides, wins, losses, and quiet moments taught him as both a coach and a father. From learning to shift from “coach” to “dad,” to understanding that development is about character before talent, Jeremy reveals the truth behind raising an athlete the right way. He talks about burnout, recruiting pressure, and the mindset that truly matters the one that values growth over hype, humility over ego, and purpose over perfection.

He reveals the hard truth: The goal isn’t hype it’s growth.

But the good news? The long game always wins.

From learning patience and balance to embracing adversity and celebrating milestones, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that raising an athlete isn’t about chasing status it’s about building strength, faith, and perseverance that lasts long after the final game.

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In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts addresses the moment every athlete and parent must confront: the age when excuses stop being acceptable and start costing opportunities.

Jeremy breaks down the shift that happens as athletes get older where potential is no longer measured by raw talent, but by discipline, responsibility, and daily habits. He explains how food, sleep, and consistency form the foundation of athletic success, and why the table is the first real training ground long before the weight room. From picky eating to avoidance, comfort to comparison, Jeremy exposes the mindset traps that hold athletes back and how parents can lead by example instead of enabling excuses.

He reveals the hard truth: Potential doesn’t grow in comfort it grows in responsibility.

But the good news? When excuses die, progress begins.

From fueling correctly to building accountability, this episode is a call for parents and athletes to step into ownership, raise standards, and commit to the habits that create champions on the field and better humans off of it.

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In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts breaks down exactly how he builds meal plans for athletes and how parents can do the same at home.

Jeremy walks step-by-step through his proven process for calculating calories, setting macros, meal prepping, and tracking performance. From hydration to consistency, he explains how to fuel athletes properly without overcomplicating the process or relying on guesswork. Through real examples from the athletes he coaches, Jeremy reveals the common mistakes that hold kids back and how to build a system that guarantees progress.

He reveals the hard truth: Most athletes don’t fail because they lack talent—they fail because they lack a plan and consistency. But the good news? When you master nutrition, hydration, and sleep, results are predictable.

From parents looking to support their young athletes to coaches trying to build stronger teams, this episode delivers the full blueprint: how to track calories, set goals, and fuel performance like a pro.

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In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts tackles the uncomfortable truth most people avoid: nobody is coming to save you your life, your success, and your future are up to you.

Jeremy dives into why so many adults and young athletes stay stuck by chasing approval, fearing criticism, and living small to stay comfortable. He shares how this mindset slowly destroys potential and how the courage to be misunderstood is what separates people who rise from those who remain average. Through stories from his own life, his sons’ journeys, and hard lessons learned while coaching athletes, Jeremy breaks down why resilience, confidence, communication, and personal responsibility are the real keys to winning in sports and in life.

He reveals the hard truth: Most people don’t care enough to fix your problems they’re too busy with their own. But the good news? That means the power has always been yours.

From learning to handle criticism to leading by example as parents, this episode is a fire-lit reminder to stop living for approval and start living with intention, discipline, and purpose. Because the people who succeed aren’t lucky they’re the ones who show up when nobody else will.

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In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts gets real about the truth behind youth and select sports what it costs, what really matters, and what he wishes he’d done differently as a father and coach.

After watching his son play his final select baseball tournament, Jeremy reflects on the lessons he’s learned from over a decade of travel ball. He opens up about how easily parents can get caught in the cycle of chasing exposure, tournaments, and trophies while forgetting what truly builds an athlete: nutrition, strength, speed, and character. From the financial and emotional toll of select sports to the long-term impact on young athletes’ development, Jeremy lays out what he’d change if he could do it all over again.

He reveals the hard truth: You can’t buy development you can only build it.

But the good news? You have the power to raise strong, disciplined athletes who become even better humans.

From fueling and training to parenting and priorities, this episode is a masterclass for every family navigating the world of youth sports. It’s not about chasing the next ring it’s about building a foundation that lasts a lifetime.

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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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