I'm talking about the importance of having a compelling why behind fitness and exercise goals. I discuss how strong motivation can help individuals stick with their fitness routines and achieve long-term success. We share stories of clients who are motivated by being able to keep up with their kids, pursue new hobbies, and improve their overall wel…

In this episode of the Feel Strong Podcast, host Justin engages in a deep and insightful conversation with Shoshana Katz, a seasoned fitness professional specializing in pre- and post-natal fitness. Shoshana shares her expertise on how to stay fit during and after pregnancy, offering practical advice that challenges common misconceptions. The discu…

Justin discusses the idea that you can be strong enough and explores the concept of reassessing goals and priorities in fitness training. We emphasize that being strong enough depends on individual goals, such as sports performance, body composition, or general physical fitness. Listeners are encouraged to consider other aspects of fitness, such as…

In this episode, host Justin discusses the intricate balance of community, coaching, and business with Giancarlo Regni, founder of G-Strength, a growing chain of small group personal training gyms in Philadelphia. They explore the core principles that have guided Giancarlo's journey from personal trainer to successful gym owner, emphasizing the imp…

In this episode, I share a personal experience of witnessing a Philadelphia biker whose actions changed my day. This incident made me reflect on the concept of personal responsibility and how it applies to various aspects of life. While circumstances may not be our fault, it is still our responsibility to deal with them. Taking ownership of your si…

Lesha Voz is a Coach who's done a LOT- Lately they've co-owned a CrossFit gym in Philadelphia, and are now coaching in Mexico City! We talk finding Worth and Purpose as a Coach, the Value of Building an Inclusive Gym Culture, and Aligning Work with Values and Making Changes. If you want to hear a real one - listen up. Reach out at: vozstrong.com le…

The tension between custom, precise, individualization and highly scalable systems in the fitness industry is STRONG. While individualized solutions are recognized as necessary for people with significant problems or goals, they are difficult to implement and scale. Implementing individualized solutions requires highly skilled coaches who can addre…

Another LIVE podcast! I discuss the concept of a growth mindset versus a scarcity mindset and how it relates to fitness and wellness. Sharing insights from interviews with health and wellness professionals who emphasize the importance of hiring coaches with a growth mindset, I explain that a growth mindset is characterized by curiosity, a willingne…

Mari Rubin owns The Balance Room @balanceroomphl in Philadelphia and she is both a sharp thinker and an inspiration. We talk mission, vision, what makes a great instructor, and how mindset can be the breakthrough element that creates incredible progress on a fitness journey. Reach out to mari@balancephl.com or check out Balance Room locations at 50…

We need more great coaches, and we need greater breadth and depth across coaches. One awesome coach will not be the right coach for each person for a wide variety of reasons, and so we believe that encouraging greater and more competition is only good for both the industry and for individuals. What makes the right coach? Why don't people feel like …

We discuss a concerning interaction between a medical professional and a patient. The doctor made a judgmental and ill-informed comment about their progress. It is important for healthcare professionals to be thoughtful with their words and consider how they come across to patients. Fitness professionals can also have a big impact on patients, even…

Megan Zander ⁠@zanderperform discusses her expertise in sports performance and psychology, emphasizing the importance of mindset and approach. She shares her journey of transitioning from a big box gym to starting her own practice, and the challenges of defining a niche. We delve into the concept of alter egos, mindset tools, and the application of…

So you've hit a rough patch. How do you decide if this is just a tough phase you should push through, or if it's time to reassess your goals? Whatever your goals are, this is going to come up for almost everyone. We dig in on another LIVE podcast to talk details, benchmarks, and the path forward. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify…

Esther Beazer @healthyrootsesther is a coach whose mission includes helping women feel empowered and capable in their bodies. We talk about how she does it, as well as dig into her decision to become a coach while being a stay-at-home mom, the importance of decisive action, and her vision for the future. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters…

On this live podcast we discuss the value of experts and the importance of certifications, degrees, and experience. We explore the idea that just because something worked for one person doesn't mean it will work for everyone. We highlight the significance of testimonials and word of mouth in determining the credibility of an expert. Justin also hig…

Ashley Rogers @levelupstrength is an inspiring coach who offers 'The Main Character Collective.' Inspired by literary female protagonists, she's coaching women to 'Train to Carry the Plot' and be ready for their pivotal moments. We talk about motherhood, values, and why BookTok is a force for good. Listen up. --- Support this podcast: https://podca…

How do you balance the workouts you WANT to do, the things you NEED to do, and what actually fits into your schedule? The answer might not be what you expect, AND we're doing it LIVE! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-strong/support

Why do fitness and health professionals talk about the obesity epidemic? To be helpful? To make their audience feel better? Is it even useful? On a special LIVE podcast, Justin digs into this and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-strong/support

Angela Beyer - @healthcoachangela and houseofshape.com - is a renowned personal trainer and founder of House of Shape. She shares her expertise in training women and the importance of muscle for weight loss. We discuss her background in bodybuilding and how she went from a career in finance to becoming an elite international bodybuilder, her journe…

Happy Birthday Feel Strong! We look back on five years, and talk about where we came from, the moment Feel Strong was born, and why we do what we do. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-strong/support

Jonathan and I get into a wide-ranging discussion, including the importance of teaching and education in coaching, the value of exploring different training modalities, and the need for individualized programs. This episode is for the curious exerciser, the dedicated athlete, and the ambitious coach -- Listen up! Keywords: teaching, education, coac…

We're opening up and diving deep about our journey through injury and recovery, including mistakes we made, the mental and physical challenges we dealt with, and how we WISHED we had handled the whole thing (and saved ourselves YEARS of heartache.) This wasn't an easy one to record, but I think it's important. --- Support this podcast: https://podc…

Weezy Shumaker @coachweez is a coach based in Columbus, Ohio, who specializes in working with postpartum clients. We talk about the concept of not letting the pursuit of perfection get in the way of progress, working with postpartum individuals, and Weezy also shares her fearless approach to implementing ideas and the value of having a supportive p…

In this episode, Justin discusses the importance of being coachable. He explains that being coachable means being open to developing the version of yourself that is most likely to succeed. Justin emphasizes the need to have a malleable mindset and be willing to have your beliefs broken. He also highlights the importance of learning from others' exp…

Ashley Crocker @ashleycrocker127 is a FORCE. From underpaid and overworked CrossFit coach to a fully remote 1:1 exercise and nutrition specialist and a full-time mentor for other coaches looking to upgrade their practice. Ashley is creating freedom for clients, coaches, and herself -- and giggling with joy the whole time. If you want to be better, …

Anika Crane is an Active Life Professional and an incredibly effective coach. Her ability to self-audit, and make big changes to push her coaching forward is impressive and almost everyone could take a lesson from how she works. Coaches- listen up. Athletes and Clients -- this is how your coach should work. --- Support this podcast: https://podcast…

Want to acquire a skill, progress a movement, or accelerate your performance? You need to isolate and master the positions required for optimal execution. Whether it's weightlifting, running, handstands, or holding a child above your head -- it can be broken down into its component pieces. Make those pieces stronger, and you're on your way to a rea…

Stacey Watts is back! We're talking Youth Sports, how it's being coached and trained for, and how these approaches can negatively affect people for the rest of their lives. @preventativelifestacey has some hard truths that parents and coaches should hear-- Let's talk about it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-s…

Compromise has become a real problem. It's keeping people from moving the way they want to, doing the things they want to do, having the relationships they want, being the parents they want to be, and achieving the things they've wanted for a long time. Today we start working on that. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho…

NEW EPISODE! We have Coach Nic - Nicolette Hogg-Zadderey formally, and the owner of @212.degreept Nic is a coach who recently expanded her practice to include a whole new space, and we use that as a jumping off point to discuss coaching, comebacks, and values. LIsten up. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-strong/…

Ashleigh Gass is the CEO of MOVE, a GST Gym. Her and Justin have a wide-ranging discussing around all things coaching, gymnastics, and why Philly isn't that cold. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-strong/support

What are you boundaries? Do you even know? How strict are they? Which ones are flexible? Why do you even NEED boundaries anyways? Let's talk about it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-strong/support

'Tana Flynn is a professional mentor and expert communicator. We dig into facilitating great conversation, asking better questions, and why James Bond is interesting. Listen up. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-strong/support

What would it make you feel like if your coach told you they were going to experiment on you? Uncomfortable? Scary? What if you knew that experimentation would lead to the most effective, efficient, program you could possibly have? Let's dig into this for coaches AND clients. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-st…

Stacey Watts @preventativelife_stacey returns to the podcast to talk about learning from people you don't fully align with, seeking out discomfort, and learning at the edges of your capabilities. A true professional, Stacey brings a ton of value and a captivating charm, as always. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fe…

Casey Bennett is a coach helping people reach sustainable, balanced, physical freedom through movement, education, and mentorship. She worked her way up from intern to head coach in a gym, then moved across the country to start over -- and is crushing it. We talk about setbacks as opportunities, betting on yourself, and how she guides her clients t…

You need someone to manage, advocate, and focus on employee morale in the important company that is YOU. Let's dig into why ensuring Employee #1 (that's you) is challenged, fulfilled, and happy should be something you employ systems and checks for daily, weekly, quarterly, and yearly optimization. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotif…

Hugo Romero was an overworked coach on the brink of burnout when he took matters into his own hands and bet big on himself. He's now a successful business owner in a tropical paradise, living his ideal life on his ideal schedule. How did he do it? Listen up. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-strong/support…

Karolina Rzadkowolska is an author and speaker who came on the podcast to talk about her journey with alcohol and how it can affect fitness and wellness. It may seem obvious, but she brings some color and nuance - and Justin digs into how this affects people who *don't* describe themselves as struggling with alcohol. --- Support this podcast: https…

Fitness enthusiast Brad Williams shares his insights on staying fit and healthy. Brad is a personal trainer with over a decade of experience, and we delve into his fitness hacks specifically tailored for individuals over 40. Drawing from his own journey and professional expertise, Brad emphasizes the importance of balancing fitness goals with maint…

Your pain is your power if you choose to allow it. Allie Cass lost her mom to brain cancer only eight months after diagnosis, pushing her into depression andeating disorder patterns. While dealing with all of this, Allie found a coach to help with her depression, who suggested she enter the world of bodybuilding. Knowing what it looks like to be in…

This a powerful question that requires curiosity, empathy, and most of all... the ability to shut the hell up. Let's talk about it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-strong/support

The cost of a kettlebell workout can be daunting & overwhelming, but it gives you all benefits of cardiorespiratory exercises without the shame of aerobics. They involve various muscle groups simultaneously, increasing your strength & cardiovascular fitness. Will Del Pizzo, the Co-business owner at Built Strong Strength Club, expounds more on why h…

Criticizing yourself, diminishing yourself, tearing yourself down as a defensive maneuver before others do it is hurting you, it hurts the greater dialogue, and it hurts society. We need to talk. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-strong/support

Jorge Crecis, a Performance Coach, a degree holder in sports science & a Ph.D. in non-ordinary states of consciousness, takes us through his research on the state of consciousness associated with peak performance presence, the benefits of training that state of consciousness and how to train them. The common denominator to all life experiences is “…

Asking your coach questions -- good questions -- is a vital part of the coach/client (or athlete or member) relationship. Communication is paramount, and even if your coach is an expert at good communication, it's possible for elements to slip through the cracks unless you bring them forward. Justin talks about the biggest questions to ask so you c…

Dr. Sheila Forman is talking about MINDFULNESS. So much baggage comes with nutrition and weight management. You try different diet approaches, which still don’t work in the long run. What’s the most sustainable way to your fitness journey? The answer lies in Mindfulness Eating! Listen as Dr. Sheila Forman, a Psychologist and Mindfulness-Based Eatin…

Asking good questions to advocate for yourself let's both you AND your medical provider get the best results. Whether you're considering testing, imaging, injections, pain medications, or surgery-- you can ask good questions to get better results and make sure you're moving toward your goals. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com…

Coaching your spouse or family member is hard. However, Mark Ryall had to change his sedentary lifestyle and double up as a father & coach to his fitness enthusiast daughter, Stephanie. Listen as he delves deep into their racing adventures, challenges doubling up as a father & a coach to his daughter, and what he would have done differently. Additi…

People who are looking to make a change generally fall into 1 of 4 distinct goal categories. Understanding what these are, why we might pursue them, and how each one can affect the other three is an important part of making progress. Justin lays it out and makes it clear. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feel-strong…