The Strong and Kind Podcast

Welcome back to the Strong and Kind Podcast, where strength isn’t just measured in pounds but in the perseverance and passion of our community. Today, we are joined by the extraordinary powerlifter, coach, and mentor John Flagg. Dive in with us as John talks about the rise of women in powerlifting, the growth of the master’s division, and his hopes for a more inclusive and positive strength sports environment amidst the challenging social media arena.Time Stamps00:00 Intro05:13 Stepping out of

Welcome to episode five of the Kind and Strong Podcast, with special guest Dr. Cillian O’Connor. We discuss training approaches, the benefits of diversified exercises, competitive atmospheres, and the deeper reasons behind people’s fitness goals.You’ll hear personal anecdotes, a critique of unrealistic training expectations, and an encouragement of varied performance goals to avoid plateaus. We discover the impact of training in a supportive community and recognize the multi-faceted nature of why

Welcome to episode four of the Kind and Strong Podcast! Today, we dive into the relationship between running, physical fitness, and mindfulness with our guest, Dan Matthews, a multi-faceted runner, physical therapist, running rehab, and performance coach. We’ll discuss how mindset and varied training can improve running performance.Dan takes us back ten years to his grad school days in Milwaukee, where his mindfulness journey began at a local community mindfulness center.So, tune in as we explore

Welcome to the Strong and Kind Podcast; in today’s episode, we are joined by the multi-talented Sophia Veiras. Sophia, a powerlifter and doctor of physical therapy, opens up about her journey from high school wrestling to the powerlifting platform and how she cultivates a community within the sport.So, strap in and join us for this powerhouse episode with Sophia Veiras , as we discuss the Strength, health, and the joy of lifting both in and out of the gym.Where to find

Today’s episode discusses the unique challenges of body image, strength training, and pelvic floor health. Our guest, Dr. Mary Hagerty, is a pelvic floor specialist and physical therapist who’s setting the stage for deeper understanding and smashing misconceptions in the fitness and health industry.Mary offers invaluable insights on routine changes in postpartum pelvic floor health, stressing that proper knowledge can redefine the birthing experience. David and Mary discuss managing stress, the

Welcome to The Strong and Kind Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of coaching with our guest, Mitchell Davis. Mitchell is not just a Ph.D. candidate in health and exercise focused on coaching theory but also a seasoned professional who’s been in the trenches for 15 years. He brings a perspective to the table, suggesting coaching is less about dictating rigorous training regimens and more about fostering an environment of fun and psychological well-being. Be sure to catch the next episode,