Kreatures Of Habit Podcast

Michael Chernow doesn’t want you to take the bait in today’s Monday Moments. He dives into why it’s best to think before you act, how he’s been guilty of taking the bait himself, and more.

Michael Chernow has lived a few different lives—bartender, restaurant owner, wellness junkie, and now founder of Kreatures of Habit, a CPG (consumer packaged goods) brand built around healthy routines and real-life lessons. In this episode, Michael gets real about the highs and lows: growing up in NYC, getting sober, building restaurants, and starting over in a completely different industry.

We talk about the messy stuff—mistakes, mindset shifts, burnout—and how those tough moments actually laid the groundwork for what he’s doing now. If you're building a business, changing careers, or just trying to get your habits on track, this one’s full of gold.

Hit play, and maybe grab a notebook, as Michael shares about:

Growing up in NYC: Michael’s early influences

Getting sober: The turning point that changed everything

Entering the restaurant world: From vision to reality, and the beginning of Michael’s entrepreneurial journey

Launching Kreatures of Habit: The series of events that led KOH to being a CPG brand

If you loved today’s show, please spread the love by leaving the show a 5-star rating and review. And if you really really loved it, share it with a friend that would enjoy following along on our journey as well! Until next week, Kreatures. Let’s do this thing!

TIMESTAMPS:

2:06 Growing up in NYC

10:14 Getting sober

16:49 Entering the restaurant world

21:28 Launching Kreatures of Habit

Happy Monday, y’all! Host, Michael Chernow, is asked about his nutrition ALL. THE. TIME. When should I eat? What should I eat? Should I be keto? High carb? The questions are truly endless. Sharing what he eats in a day and why, Michael aims to help listeners navigate their own nutrition journey by sharing what helps him. If you're trying to build a healthier lifestyle, boost energy, or just want to know what someone in the wellness space actually eats, this episode is packed with actionable nutrition tips and real-life insights to help you navigate your own journey.

David Reggina, co-founder of Ace Sanctuary and host of the No Snooze Podcast, joins Michael Chernow on the mic for a raw and inspiring episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast. They dive deep into Dave's personal battle with body dysmorphia, how podcasts rocket him into personal development and transformed his mindset, and the power of daily gratitude practices. Dave also opens up about his mother’s addiction and recovery, overcoming fear, and how men’s mental health work changed his life. If you're into personal growth, mental health, and real talk about transformation, this episode is for you.

The guys dive into:

• Struggling with self-image: Dave shares about his experience with body dysmorphia 
• Dave’s morning routines & ritual: The recipe to success
• How a morning routine helped rebuild his mindset
• Podcasts & personal development: Dave’s launch into better habits and lifestyle transformation
• You are your thoughts: Why fear is a mental fabrication
• Dave’s deep dive into men’s work: The power of vulnerability and emotional healing

If you loved today’s episode as much as we did, please be sure to subscribe. And, if you really really love us, leave the show a 5-star rating & review. See you next week, Kreatures.

TIMESTAMPS:

2:08 Struggling with self-image

16:16 Dave’s morning routines & ritual

22:04 Podcasts & personal development

30:05 Fear is a fabrication of our mind

33:23 Dave’s deep dive into men’s work

Looking for Monday motivation to kickstart your fitness journey? In this episode, Michael Chernow answers the top 3 most frequently asked fitness questions from his community. Get an inside look into his personal workout routine and discover the “why” behind each tip.

Michael breaks down:

• The importance of rest periods for muscle recovery and performance
  

• How progressive overload works and how to use it to build strength
  

• His top cardio tips for weight loss and maximizing fat burn

Whether you're a beginner or seasoned athlete, this quick, info-packed episode delivers actionable advice to boost your fitness results. Hit play and get inspired to move smarter this week!