Marine veteran David Lonergan (aka “Mr. Kettlebell”) opens up in this raw, unscripted conversation about how hitting rock bottom during the 2020 lockdowns nearly cost him everything, and how walking around a track was the first step in rebuilding his mind, body, and mission. (He's personally transformed over 400+ lives through functional training)
Filmed on location at The Coffee Class at Village Square in Las Vegas, this episode dives deep into David's transformation from alcohol abuse, anxiety attacks, and total burnout to building Triple Threat Transformation, a movement grounded in mindset, movement, and manifesting your vision into real action.
We get personal about:
• Military life vs. civilian mindset (and why some vets never really leave service)
• How David lost 30 pounds in 90 days by starting with just walking
• The surprising power of kettlebells (and why they're not just hipster gym gear)
• The real difference between motivation, dedication & consistency
• What it takes to find your purpose again, even if you don't know who you are anymore
• Why veterans often stay stuck in “high school quarterback” stories, and how to move forward
• Building a new identity after service without losing who you were
If you've ever felt stuck, lost your way after the military, or needed a no-BS push to start your fitness journey, this episode is for you.
This isn't just about fitness. It's about reclaiming your identity, getting honest about where you're at, and realizing you're not alone in the struggle. And yeah, there's some dark humor, MCMap stories, and a few Marine-approved motivational rants.
Filmed at:
The Coffee Class at Village Square
Las Vegas, NV
Thanks for letting us crash the shop & caffeinate our existential dread.
9580 W Sahara Ave Suite 101, Las Vegas, NV 89117
https://www.thecoffeeclass.com/
IG : @coffeeinvegas
Connect with David:
IG : @Davidrlonergan &
4056 Dean Martin Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89103
https://www.triplethreattransformation.com/
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