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The Strength Connection

Michael Kurkowski

Exploring Strength: Body, Mind and Spirit.The Strength Connection goes beyond the gym to uncover the lessons, stories, and wisdom that build resilience and purpose in every area of life.Join host Michael Kurkowski as he connects with world-class coaches, athletes, and leaders to reveal what true strength really means.

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All Episodes

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Ep 264 Kathy Mauck: The Evolution of Neuro Training

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2024/10/22

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In this episode, Kathy Mauck joins me to dive deep into the evolution of Applied Neurology in the fitness, health, and business industries, and her mission to “normalize neuro.”Kathy has spent the last 15 years as a successful entrepreneur in the health, wellness, and fitness industry. After years of sharing her passion for professionals and clients to recognize and utilize the power of the human brain’s neuroplasticity for training and pain relief, ...

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Ep 263 Rob Tracz: Build Unstoppable Resilience

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2024/10/15

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 263rd episode, I connect with Rob Tracz, founder of Prime Performance Coaching.Rob has a unique system of blending physical, mental, and emotional strategies that foster resilience, clarity, and peak performance. With a focus on creating awareness and avoiding burnout, Rob's methods empower entrepreneurs to elevate their lives and businesses simultaneously.Resilience, intentional consumption, and the power of communication and networking…all i...

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Ep 262 Craig Marker: VO2 Max, Explosive Strength, and...

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2024/10/08

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!One of my favorite guests ever to dive deep into training and protocols is back on the show with me in this episode.Craig Marker is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to health, from both the physical and the psychological side.We’ve had some incredible conversations over the years, and in this episode, Craig talks in detail about longevity and the keys to training for both lifespan and healthspan.VO2 Max, explosive strength, Misogi challenges, over...

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Ep 261 Matt Bush: How to Get Good Sleep

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2024/10/02

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In this episode, Matt Bush, Founder of Next Level Neuro is back on the podcast.Matt joined me before to talk about his work with NLN, and helping coaches and trainers understand and use Neuroscience as a tool for optimizing strength, conditioning, and health.He recently hosted a seminar on “The Neurology of Good Sleep and Brain Activation”, and after watching it, I had to have him come on the show to dive into quality sleep.In this episode, Matt talk...

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Ep 260 Mary Beth Schrudder: One Day Coaching

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2024/09/24

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 260th episode, Mary Beth Schrudder joins me to talk about recovery, mindset, and overcoming addiction in life and personal growth.After decades spent in the corporate world, juggling being a single mom while secretly battling addictions to alcohol, food, and toxic relationships, today's guest is now an expert in Spiritual Recovery, and she is passionate about empowering others to live their best life. She is a Spiritual and Transformation...

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Ep 259 Michael Kurkowski: Resilience, Reduction, The...

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2024/09/20

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!There've been a couple great insights and lessons I’ve learned in recent episodes from guests on the show, and in this solo episode, I broke down these lessons, why I found them important, and how to implement them and use them in pursuit of strength.Stress Resilence over Stress ReductionThe Winter Phase

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Ep 258 Eric Bach: The Keys to Lifelong Fitness

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2024/09/13

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!I’ve been a fan of Eric Bach’s work and the consistent, authentic message that he puts out on strength and conditioning, so I was really excited to share some time with him on the show.Eric’s a 15+ year veteran coach, working with professional athletes in the NFL, NBA, and NHL, along with his client base at Bach Performance.In this episode, Eric shares some great insights in beginner fitness, consistency, mindset, nutrition, and life transitions.To c...

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Ep 257 Ben Olliver: SupraHuman Fitness, Nutrition and...

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2024/09/03

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In this episode, I am joined by Ben Olliver, Head Performance Instructor at SupraHuman Coaching.Ben is one of the most knowledgeable coaches in the online training and nutrition industry, working with 100’s of individuals in physical transformation and lifestyle.In this conversation, Ben drops some great insights on the foundations of nutrition, how mindset plays a role in transformation, and the importance of metabolic recovery.To check out more fro...

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Ep 256 Matt O'Neill: Happiness is a Choice

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2024/08/27

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Matt O’Neill is a happiness expert. What a crazy job and passion, but after studying and researching the work and success he has created in the world of happiness, I knew I had to have a talk with him.Matt teaches that happiness is a choice, even when life gets tough. His work has positively impacted the lives of over 100,000 people worldwide. As a recognized leader in happiness education, Matt teaches audiences how to live a life of 'Conscious ...

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Ep 255 Os Aponte: 3 years on Enter the Kettlebell

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2024/08/22

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!On the 255th episode, my good friend Osvaldo Aponte is back on the show for the 3rd time.Owner of IronCore Way, and StrongFirst Team Leader, Os is one of the strongest and most intelligent coaches in movement I’ve ever met, combining his experience in training, martial arts and dance.In this episode, Os talks about how he spent 3 years doing the same program, and continuing to make progress in his strength the entire time. This is an amazing con...

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Ep 254 Vince Gabriele: The Evolution of Fitness

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2024/08/16

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Vince Gabriele is a 20+ year veteran coach, gym owner, global keynote speaker, and best selling author in the fitness industry.Vince is one of the most knowledgeable minds in both the coaching and business side of fitness, teaching the key components to being a successful coach and making a huge impact in fitness.In this episode, we dive into his first days of interning at a nationally recognized gym, the ups and downs of starting a new business, why...

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Ep 253 Jaime Filer: Fitness, Mindset, and Psychedelics

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2024/08/06

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Jaime Filer is one of the most energetic and passionate coaches I’ve spoken to.She came on not too long ago on the podcast, speaking about the Inner Outer Strength System, and her experience in fitness and coaching, and it made a huge impact on me.Towards the end of our chat, she mentioned her recent experience in microdosing and plant medicine, and how it was a major positive change for her.I wanted to get her back on to dive deeper into this more w...

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Ep 252 Shana Meyerson: YOGAthletica and the Power of...

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2024/07/30

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast.Shana Meyerson is an internationally renowned Yoga teacher and practitioner, and the founder of YOGAthletica.In 2002, Shana was one of the few instructors outside of India teaching yoga to children. A trailblazer in the field that was once considered ridiculous and is now ubiquitous. Today, Shana is the only instructor on earth who is globally recognized as a leader in both the adult and children’s yoga spaces. Shana joins me in this ...

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Ep 251 Tyler Wall: Becoming SupraHuman

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2024/07/23

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 251st episode, my friend and brother Tyler Wall comes back on the show.Tyler is one of the most insightful, knowledgeable, and caring coaches I’ve ever met.He’s made one of the biggest impacts on my life in the time we’ve known each other, and everytime we get a chance to dive deep into conversation, I come out feeling like I can run through a wall.From moving to Colombia, the power of morning routine, what practicing gratitude actually does f...

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Ep 250: 5 lessons of Podcasting, Strength, and...

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2024/07/16

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!250 episodes! It has been an incredible opportunity to connect with hundreds of amazing guests over the past years, with countless lessons and insights shared that have impacted my life.In this episode, I wanted to share 5 of the most impactful lessons I’ve learned from guests on speaking, fitness, growth, love, and becoming the best version of myself.Thank you to all who have joined me on this journey!

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Ep 249 Dr. Michael Hartle: Kettlebell Strength & Anatomy

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2024/07/09

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Dr. Michael Hartle joins me again on the show in the 249th episode.Being a Master SFG instructor, Chiropractic physician and former nationally ranked powerlifter, there are few people I enjoy talking about strength with more than Doc.Doc’s combined experience of clinical application and strength training has given him one of the best perspectives and philosophies of proper physical training I’ve known, and he put all his knowledge and expertise into ...

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Ep 248 Roger Parks: Kettlebell Ballistics

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2024/07/02

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast.On the 248th episode, I am joined by Roger Parks, Kettlebell coach and founder of Iron Revival.Roger is a coach who dives deep, not resting on the surface level of information, and wanting to know how things work from the inside out, and he’s done that most recently in his new book Kettlebell Ballistics.From how he got into Kettlebell training after 20 years of coaching, to why it is so important for coaches to understand the science behind movement,...

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Ep 247 Carrie Campbell: Level up your Standards!

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2024/06/24

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Carrie Campbell is truly one of my favorite people on the planet.Her energy, insight, and experience in the world of mindset and performance has taught me so much over the last few years, and she is back on the show, because she is on a serious mission.Carrie’s impact and influence over her life as changed countless lives, and now, she has created the Unstoppable Womens Project and Her-dentity, a system that “literally is for every woman alive.”In th...

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Ep 246 Joe Stauffacher: Everything Creates an Input!

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2024/06/17

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Joe Stauffacher is one of the most interesting people I’ve ever met, and he joins me after a long time coming in the 246th episode.Joe’s commitment to studying optimal health in mindset, gut health, and neuro training is next level, and in this episode, he shares his personal journey into what got him interested in these worlds, and what to do to optimize your health.Check him out on FB:Joe Stauffacher

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Ep 245 Dr. Kathy Dooley: Anatomy of Next Level Fitness

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2024/06/10

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 245th episode, I am joined by Dr. Kathy Dooley, rehabilitative Chiropractor, Co-Founder of Immaculate Dissection, lead instructor for NeuroKinetic Therapy, and Gross Anatomy Instructor at multiple higher learning universities.Dr. Dooley’s wisdom into anatomy and physiology, and connecting rehabilitation and strength training is second to none, and I was so excited to dive into her journey, insights and experiences.From the differences between ...

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