If you've ever wondered whether hiring a fitness coach is actually worth it, this episode is for you. We're breaking down why investing in a coach changed everything for us and what you're actually getting when you work with someone who knows what they're doing.All three of us hired our first coaches when we were 18 or 19 years old, and we share our honest stories about why we reached out, how we afforded it, and what we wish we knew before starting. Caroline talks about finding

Special Guest - Melanie de Laine. Melanie de Laine has been a personal trainer (in person and online) since 2020 and is now transitioning into a creative role with Ivy Nutraceuticals. In this episode Melanie and Jarrod talk about the highs and lows in the career of Personal Training including setting good boundaries, the fear around creating content (and the potential to be called out by someone in this day and age of social media) combined with the incredible fulfilment being a t...

Send us a text In this episode, Louise Green discusses the pervasive issue of perfectionism in the fitness industry, particularly how it affects individuals in larger bodies. She explores the various ways perfectionism manifests, the pressure to perform, and the impact of internalized weight bias. Louise emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and community support in overcoming perfectionism, advocating for a shift from a mindset of doing to one of being. The conversation highlights the...

Injuries are one of those things that most of us only think about after it's too late. There are many obvious and common causes for injuries, and often, all it takes to avoid these injuries is a bit of a stretch or more focus on your core strength. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a text In this episode, we break down the Rate of Perceived Exertion; where it came from, how it was brought into lifting and powerlifting, and how it can practically be applied to your training. Whether you’re a beginner trying to gauge effort or a seasoned lifter fine-tuning your training, this one’s all about learning to lift smarter, not just heavier. www.bridgecitybarbell.com @bridgecitybarbellyxe @achespainsandgains.podcast @thomasjohnston_bcb @heintz_bcb

Today on the podcast, we’re talking about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a type of depression that’s linked to changes in the seasons. It most commonly shows up during the winter months when there’s less sunlight, with January and February being the hardest months, and affects about 5% of adults in the U.S. each year. There’s also a milder form called subsyndromal SAD, or S-SAD, referred to as the “winter blues”. So even if you don’t have a formal diagnosis, you might experie...

Every day we take a breath from the busy work day to hang out with friends and talk about the world of sports, entertainment and specifically CrossFit.  Today, we talk about the CrossFit Games Announcing they are going to San Jose for the 2026 Games.  We will follow up on yesterdays chip mindset discussion and the loss of confidence.  Finally, the week has had several people respond to our highlighting of Caroline Kluttz and some of it is just bizzare.

“A black belt means I never quit.” “We may not speak the same language, but we can all speak martial arts.” “BKF wasn’t Kenpo — it was the first real MMA school.” “Fear is natural. The trick is to understand it, not run from it.” “Relaxation under pressure — that’s the highest skill.” “We started with 30 students. Only two made it. That’s what being a black belt means.” “Martial arts begins as movement but ends as self-discovery.” “At BKF, we don’t ju...

"Strong isn’t enough — here’s how to turn strength into POWER." Coach Travis Mash dives into the Power-3 Framework: Jumping, Acceleration, Change of Direction, and Rotation.  What Physiological components help to improve each?  How to test and monitor?  Learn how Verkhoshansky’s principles, Physiological Components like Reactive Properties (Titin protein filament, muscle spindles, etc), and the Strength Deficit explain why some athletes are explosive — and others aren’t. Includes:✅ Speed Strength vs

Send us a text In this episode of Strength in Numbers, Katie sits down with her friend and fellow trainer, Leah, to unpack the language of the fitness industry the buzzwords, the trends, and the marketing that often leave women confused or misled. Together, they dive into what these terms really mean, how to see through the noise, and how women can confidently navigate their own strength journey without getting caught in the hype. Whether you’ve ever wondered what “functional,” “toned,” or ...

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Hyrox Birmingham this weekend sees the start of the UK Hyrox season so Jude and Paul go through 8 tips for making the most of (one of) your first Hyrox event(s), including all those new penalties to be avoided!There's a brief review of last weekend's Hyrox Valencia and we have all our usual slots including sumo showing itself to be nearer to rugby than darts in the League of Hybrid Fitness Sports! 0:15 - Introduction1:37 - Hyrox Valencia review2:57 - AWW6:27 - Last week's WoW7:31 - This

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! From Rugby at Cal to Online SUF-CPT: Coach Caleb: caleb_tomasin You don’t need a massive following to build a real coaching business. You need fundamentals, live feedback, and the courage to ship imperfect work. We sit down with Caleb to unpack how hands-on experience at a performance gym evolved into a focused online strength and conditioning model, especially for rugby athletes, and why simple systems beat flashy tactic...

Cori and Coach Michelle discuss the connection between stress and gut health and provide tips to keep your gut healthy at all stages in life. The video version of this episode is live on youtube!

00:00 - Intro03:23 - Progressing from High-Rep Squats to 2-3-5 Clusters08:49 - Progressing Weight in the ABC12:05 - Combining Armor Building Complex with 5-3-119:13 - Uneven ABC Weight Selection24:01 - Replacing Back Squats with Goblet Squats After 50s28:22 - Maintaining Snatch Skill with Moderate Sets31:40 - Building Muscle with Low Protein Intake► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached

In this episode of the Kate Hamilton Health Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Yvonne Tchrakian, a manifestation coach, to demystify the true essence of manifestation. We go far beyond the buzzwords and viral trends to explore the neuroscience of manifestation, actionable mindset shifts, and how you can align your thoughts with your reality. Whether you're manifesting a career change, better health, or deeper self-belief, this episode is packed with transformational insights.Yvonne shares her

What do you do when you don’t know what to do?In this episode, Nick teaches The Clarity Matrix—a 5-step framework for gaining clarity when your goals feel uncertain, undefined, or foggy. Whether you're trying to change jobs, start something new, or figure out what’s next in life—this process will give you tools to move forward with confidence.Inside the episode:● Why most people stay stuck for too long● The 5 steps of The Clarity Matrix● How Nick is using this framework to pursue his 2026 gym

WTF is a coach? Business coaches. Life coaches. Performance coaches. Health coaches. Financial coaches (yep!). So many coaches. Who are they? Where did they come from? How did they become one? Are there any regulations? Specific qualifications? Do I need one? Should I avoid them? Have they been successful themselves? What does 'good coaching' look like? In this chat with Bobby and Tiff, we explore the rapidly expanding industry that is coaching (in all its forms). Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener

Retired Team USA bobsledder Will Person shares his journey from Olympic athlete to brain injury survivor. After enduring years of undiagnosed traumatic brain injury (TBI) from high-impact bobsledding, he found significant relief through cutting-edge hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). Discover how this innovative treatment helped Will reclaim his life and his mission to advocate for better athlete protections.

What happens when surgical innovation meets sleepless nights? In this episode of Sleep Is My Waking Passion, Dr. Alison Kole sits down with Dr. Ruchir Patel, one of the nation’s most experienced sleep physicians specializing in hypoglossal nerve stimulation, to unpack the fascinating evolution of sleep apnea treatment. If you’ve ever wondered what those Inspire commercials are really about—or what’s next on the horizon with Genio—this is the conversation you can’t sleep on. From tongue “pacem...