

Man That Can with Lachlan Stuart
Lachlan Stuart
The Man That Can with Lachlan Stuart is a weekly podcast for men who want to take ownership of their life.Every Monday, Lachlan shares personal stories, hard-earned lessons, and practical coaching on building a strong body, calm mind, clear purpose, and confident life.No fluff. No motivation cycles. Just clarity, standards, and action, with each episode guiding you toward the Life Performance Scorecard.Follow Me:https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuarthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lachlan-stuartmtc/TAKE THE SCORECARD:https://lifeperformance.scoreapp.comSupport the show:https://www.buzzsprout.com/997123/supporters/new
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Mar 29, 2026 • 20min
How I Built a Life I Actually Want to Live #681
Message me your 'Takeaways'.How do you go from broke, directionless, and feeling worthless at 23 — to running a multiple 6-figure coaching business that has reached over a million men?In this episode, Lachie Stuart shares his full origin story — unfiltered.From the $25 personal development event he almost said no to, to the bricklayer on stage who changed his life, to 6 men in a Brisbane café, 58 marathons in 58 days, and the book, documentary, and keynote stages that are coming next — this is the journey in full.This episode covers:The mindset that had Lachie believing he was unworthy of success at 23The $25 event that changed the entire direction of his lifeHow he built an audience on Instagram with no plan and no strategyThe men's circle that started with 6 people and reached thousandsHis NLP master's, the Foundations Workshop, and Strong Men of Value Academy58 marathons in 58 days — and the personal breakthrough that followedThe Life Performance System — making coaching measurable and trackableWhat's coming next: book, documentary, keynote circuit, and a 2027 challengeFree Experience Bank PDF: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/experiencebankWork with Lachie (waitlist): https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/coachingBook Lachie for Speaking: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/speakingSupport the showTake the "Life Performance" Scorecard: HEREFollow Lachlan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuartLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lachlan-stuartmtc/Website: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/Newsletter: https://lachlan-stuart-tmtcp.ck.page/profileDo Something Today To Be Better For Tomorrow

Mar 22, 2026 • 11min
Why Men Hit a Midlife Crisis (And How to Avoid It) #680
Message me your 'Takeaways'.What do midlife crises and young people going into debt have in common?They both stem from the same root cause: a lack of new experiences.In this episode, Lachie Stuart shares the framework he uses with every client — the Experience Bank, to help men at any stage of life start collecting the experiences that build clarity, confidence, and a life worth living.Lachie covers:• Why staying in one lane means never really knowing who you are• The 5 types of experiences to collect in the next 12 months• The difference between a bucket list, mini bucket list, and reverse bucket list• How a rugby prank in freezing France became one of his favourite stories• The free Journal app he uses to track his reverse bucket list• What he told a grade 12 student this morning — and what he'd tell himself at 18Free Experience Bank PDF: lachlanstuart.com.au/experience-bankWork with Lachie: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/speakingSupport the showTake the "Life Performance" Scorecard: HEREFollow Lachlan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuartLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lachlan-stuartmtc/Website: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/Newsletter: https://lachlan-stuart-tmtcp.ck.page/profileDo Something Today To Be Better For Tomorrow

Mar 15, 2026 • 17min
The Two Problems Blocking High Performers #679
Message me your 'Takeaways'.Most men know they're capable of more. So why aren't they living it?In this episode, Lachie Stuart — men's life coach and founder of the Man That Can Project, identifies the two distinct problems that keep high-performing men stuck: the Comparison Trap and the Floating Problem. They look similar from the outside, but they need completely different solutions.Lachie shares:• Why the standard gratitude advice backfires (backed by a University of Colorado study)• The 3-step framework to dismantle the comparison trap — starting today• The 3 questions that reveal whether you're floating• How stacking small wins (from running 58 marathons injured) creates massive momentum• Why a 90-day push is all it takes to close the gap between who you are and who you know you could beThis isn't motivational fluff. It's a practical framework you can act on before this episode ends.Take the free Life Performance Scorecard: https://lifeperformance.scoreapp.com/Apply to work with Lachie: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/coachingIf this episode lands, share it with one man in your life who needs to hear it.Support the showTake the "Life Performance" Scorecard: HEREFollow Lachlan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuartLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lachlan-stuartmtc/Website: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/Newsletter: https://lachlan-stuart-tmtcp.ck.page/profileDo Something Today To Be Better For Tomorrow

Mar 8, 2026 • 12min
When Your Old Life No Longer Fits #678
Message me your 'Takeaways'.Frameworks are powerful.But they are not the full story.Over the last decade, I have built my life around structure, discipline and momentum. It helped me run 58 marathons in 58 days. It helped me build The Man That Can Project and coach men all over the world.But right now, I am in a season of change.My wife and I spent three years trying to conceive. Undiagnosed infertility. IVF. Uncertainty. Now we have our son, Freddy.And everything has shifted.Sleep deprivation. Broken routines. Interrupted work.Momentum on one side. Fatherhood on the other.In this episode of Life Performance, I talk about:• What seasons of change really feel like • Grieving the old version of yourself • Business growth versus family presence • Why productivity decline is sometimes growth • How the Core 4 still applies in chaotic seasonsIf you are navigating change, questioning priorities, or building a life that looks good but feels incomplete, this will resonate.Take the free Life Performance Scorecard and see where you stand across Strong Body, Calm Mind, Clear Purpose, and Confident Life: https://lifeperformance.scoreapp.com/Coaching: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/coachingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/Support the showTake the "Life Performance" Scorecard: HEREFollow Lachlan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuartLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lachlan-stuartmtc/Website: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/Newsletter: https://lachlan-stuart-tmtcp.ck.page/profileDo Something Today To Be Better For Tomorrow

Mar 1, 2026 • 14min
How To Get Unstuck: The Framework For Men Who've Lost Direction #677
Message me your 'Takeaways'.Most men are not stuck.They are avoiding a decision.After running 58 marathons in 58 consecutive days and coaching more than 1,200 high-performing men, I have seen the same pattern over and over.Men hit a ceiling.They get comfortable.Then they start asking, “Is this all there is?”In this episode of Life Performance, I break down the exact 4-step framework I use with clients who feel stuck personally or professionally.We cover:• Why paralysis by analysis keeps men frozen • How to build a compelling vision • How to choose a 90-day goal • How to use fear as feedback • Why action creates clarity, not the other way aroundIf you are considering a career change, chasing a new goal, or simply tired of drifting, this will give you direction.Take the free Life Performance Scorecard and see where you stand across Strong Body, Calm Mind, Clear Purpose, and Confident Life: https://lifeperformance.scoreapp.com/Coaching: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/coachingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/Support the showTake the "Life Performance" Scorecard: HEREFollow Lachlan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuartLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lachlan-stuartmtc/Website: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/Newsletter: https://lachlan-stuart-tmtcp.ck.page/profileDo Something Today To Be Better For Tomorrow

Feb 22, 2026 • 16min
Why Your Morning Routine Keeps Failing (And the Fix) #676
Message me your 'Takeaways'.Most morning routines for men are designed for Instagram, not real life. They are 2 hours long, require perfect conditions, and collapse the moment something goes wrong.I built my morning routine while running 58 marathons in 58 consecutive days across different cities, climates, and physical states. It had to work when I was exhausted, travelling, and breaking down. It had to take 30 minutes or less. And it had to actually make me perform better, not just look productive.In this video, I walk you through the exact 30-minute morning routine I still use today, built around my Core 4 Life Performance Framework: Strong Body, Calm Mind, Clear Purpose, and Confident Life. I also share what I deliberately do not do, and how to build a routine that survives when life falls apart.Take the free Life Performance Scorecard to find out where you stand: https://lifeperformance.scoreapp.com/Explore coaching programs: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/coachingConnect on Instagram: @lachlanstuartSupport the showTake the "Life Performance" Scorecard: HEREFollow Lachlan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuartLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lachlan-stuartmtc/Website: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/Newsletter: https://lachlan-stuart-tmtcp.ck.page/profileDo Something Today To Be Better For Tomorrow

Feb 15, 2026 • 13min
My Dad Said 4 Words That Changed How I Lead #675
Message me your 'Takeaways'.Most leadership advice tells you to be tougher. Push through. Grind it out. But after running 58 marathons in 58 days and coaching over 1,200 high-performing men, I have learned the most powerful leadership skill has nothing to do with endurance.In this video, I share the story of a 12-hour overnight walk through Brisbane that taught me two critical lessons about leading men. One about what happens when you do not set standards. And one about what happens when you simply invite someone in.My dad, recovering from prostate cancer surgery, drove two hours to join us. He planned to walk half an hour. He stayed for four. And the four words he said when he finally stopped changed how I coach, lead, and show up for the people in my life.If you are a man who feels like you are carrying everything alone, who has never actually invited someone into your world, this might be the most important leadership lesson you hear this year.Take the free Life Performance Scorecard: https://lifeperformance.scoreapp.com/Explore coaching programs: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/coachingConnect with me on Instagram: @lachlanstuartSubscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuartThe Life Performance Framework (Core 4): Strong Body, Calm Mind, Clear Purpose, Confident Life. Learn where you stand across all four areas with the free Scorecard above.Support the showTake the "Life Performance" Scorecard: HEREFollow Lachlan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuartLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lachlan-stuartmtc/Website: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/Newsletter: https://lachlan-stuart-tmtcp.ck.page/profileDo Something Today To Be Better For Tomorrow

Feb 8, 2026 • 20min
Why You're Crushing It at Work But Failing at Home (The Truth About Hard Conversations) #674
Message me your 'Takeaways'.Why can you give tough feedback at work but avoid that one conversation with your partner?Life performance coach Lachlan Stuart shares the story of the money conversation he avoided with his wife Amy for months—and what finally made him say it. Spoiler: the fear was worse than the truth.In this episode:- The pattern: why high-performing men are surgical at work but silent at home- The Delay Distortion: how your brain either romanticizes or catastrophizes conversations the longer you wait- The internal conversation that changed Lachlan's career trajectory- A client story: the question that got a marriage back on track in 3 months- Practical steps to have hard conversations early—before they become crisesThis episode explores the Calm Mind pillar of Lachlan's Core 4 framework: Strong Body, Calm Mind, Clear Purpose, Confident Life.Take the free Life Performance Scorecard: https://lachlanstuart.com/scorecardConnect with Lachlan:→ Website: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/→ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuartLachlan Stuart is a life performance coach and keynote speaker based in Brisbane who has worked with 1,200+ high-performing men. He completed 58 marathons in 58 consecutive days and hosts The Man That Can podcast.Support the showTake the "Life Performance" Scorecard: HEREFollow Lachlan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuartLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lachlan-stuartmtc/Website: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/Newsletter: https://lachlan-stuart-tmtcp.ck.page/profileDo Something Today To Be Better For Tomorrow

Feb 1, 2026 • 23min
The Hidden Danger of a 'Good Enough' Life #673
Message me your 'Takeaways'.The most dangerous trap isn't failure—it's success that's just good enough.In this episode, I break down what I call The Comfort Trap: the silent erosion that happens when life isn't bad enough to change, but isn't good enough to feel alive. I share my own story of walking away from six years of business to move to Nashville, the internal battle I faced, and the one question that changed everything.If you've ever woken up asking "Is this all there is?" even though your life looks good on paper—this episode is for you.WHAT WE COVER:• What The Comfort Trap actually is (and why it's more dangerous than failure)• The 3 stages of erosion most men don't see coming• Warning signs you're stuck in The Comfort Trap• The question that helped me decide to take the leap• How The Comfort Trap connects to Clear Purpose in my Core 4 framework• The Resilience Loop: practical steps to escapeRESOURCES:• Take the FREE Life Performance Scorecard: https://lifeperformance.scoreapp.com/• 30-day Life-Performance Reset : https://stan.store/lachlanstuart/p/the-30day-life-performance-reset-for-men • Connect on Instagram: @lachlanstuartABOUT THE HOST:Lachlan Stuart is a life performance coach helping high-performing men aged 30-50 build lives they're proud of. Known for completing 58 marathons in 58 days, Lachlan brings real experience and practical frameworks to the conversation.If this episode resonates, please leave a review—it helps other men find this show.Support the showTake the "Life Performance" Scorecard: HEREFollow Lachlan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuartLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lachlan-stuartmtc/Website: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/Newsletter: https://lachlan-stuart-tmtcp.ck.page/profileDo Something Today To Be Better For Tomorrow

Jan 25, 2026 • 16min
Men Need Responsibility, Not Less of It (Controversial Truth) #672
Message me your 'Takeaways'.What if the goals you're avoiding aren't about lacking confidence but lacking conviction?In this episode, I'm sharing frameworks from my Instagram series "Lachie's Learnings" that explain why: → Your strong body is the foundation for a clear mind → Confidence doesn't arrive first, it follows conviction → Men are wired to grow when they're needed (responsibility isn't burden, it's purpose) → Anti-goals matter more than goals (what I refused to sacrifice for 58 marathons)If you're a man who wants to show up for your family while still chasing what you're capable of, this will shift how you approach 2026.The Core 4: Strong Body | Calm Mind | Clear Purpose | Confident LifeFollow @lachlanstuart on Instagram for daily "Lachie's Learnings"Support the showTake the "Life Performance" Scorecard: HEREFollow Lachlan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LachlanJStuartLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lachlan-stuartmtc/Website: https://www.lachlanstuart.com.au/Newsletter: https://lachlan-stuart-tmtcp.ck.page/profileDo Something Today To Be Better For Tomorrow


