Behind The Strength

In business, as in life, we all want to grow and move forward. We will encounter people who are extremely loyal to you and the company mission and you will have people who will just use you for their own benefit. In the early stages, you may not recognize this and it will bite you in the ***! In the later stages, you should recognize those loyal ones and cherish them as they will be the ones who bring your company to a new light. Has this happened to you? How you react and act after these selfish people turn their back on you is a true testament to your own personality and growth as a leader and as a company. Christian and Carlo talk about their own experiences and how they have grown and matured as entrepreneurs, as a company and as leaders. -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend.WEBSITE - strength-n-u.comIG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before…We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind.Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #realrecognizereal #valueloyalty #dontholdgrudges #youliveandyoulearn

Every single driver is susceptible to road rage. Some of us have great self control and don’t let these occurrences/mishaps get the best of us and others? Not so much. We all know someone who road rages and what these reactions lead to. Send this them a link to this episode!Christian and Carlo talk about this everyday occurrence(possibly) and how you can take advantage of this time rather than wasting your energy and mental peace on things you simply cannot control. -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #roadrage #patience #selfcontrol #audiobooks #growth #meditation #peace

Anyone and everyone can be a boss. It doesn't matter what the situation is, from being a boss at your office, to being a coach, a teacher, anyone who commands a person or group of people to reach a goal. You are a boss. Great. Do these people respect you? Do these people look to you for help/growth? Will these people trust you and follow you like a leader? Probably not.Christian and Carlo talk leadership and what it really means. Being a boss and a leader are two different things. -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #leadership #leaders #leader #followers #growth #respect #trust

If you want something, you stick with it and work hard toward a goal/success. Regardless of what you are doing in life, if you are an entrepreneur, business person or even chasing a fitness goal, the moment you start seeing a glimpse of success, it's easy to go into celebration mode. We are all for meeting goals and we praise every step of success! But, is it too early to celebrate? Should you really buy that new outfit or car? Or, should you invest that new money back into yourself so it can help you reach your next goal?Christian and Carlo talk about instant vs. delayed gratification, the envious and social media and the value of hard work, commitment, sacrifice and patience. -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #delayedgratification #instantgratification #gratification #dontcelebratetooearly

When you go online looking for fitness information, you're bound to come across exercise videos that break common practice and can even be considered dangerous. You know, those heavy squats being performed on a med ball or or tossing up the barbell on a shoulder press.. Those may look cool for the gram but are the effective? should you be doing them?Christian and Carlo talk about the risks versus rewards for exercises in your program. Are you trying to lose weight? Are you trying to gain muscle mass? Perform to your best ability? Or are you trying to get a million likes for doing back flips onto hover boards? We all have goals to reach, let's stay focused and keep to exercises that work and are actually effective. -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #riskvsreward #snu #forthegram #podcast #effectiveworkout #stayfocused

We all see them... Public figures and "influencers" are all over social media, posting everyday on their "successes", on their new sponsored products and their new photos from their last photoshoot. They have so many followers and claim to help you reach your goals. But, how many of them ACTUALLY influence your daily choices? How many of them actually help their communities. How many of them actually make a difference?Christian and Carlo discuss the anomally of social media influencers and self proclaimed public figures. Let's be clear, they aren't bashing them all. They fully support and advocate all community leaders that are making change. There are some legit figures out there that help their communities and the industries they are support. But, we should be aware of the fakes and know the difference. The real influencers don't post everyday and ask for praise, they are at our schools, at the community centres and they are running programs that move people forward. -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #socialmediainfluencers #influencers #publicfigures #communitygrowth #communitystrength #peoplewhoactuallyhelp

With social media influencing a lot of aspects in our life, lifestyle, career, spirituality, etc., it's easy to get side tracked from your own journey. You could easily lose track of your path because you want that end, that "success", so badly. Don't get caught in the hype. You need to go through your bumps and your hurdles so you can actually handle the success.Christian and Carlo discuss the importance of going at your own pace to reach your successes. All the glitz and glamore you see on social media is either the end product, or it's a facade. What you don't see is the years of learning and struggling through hard times that those people had to go through. Embrace your pace and everything within it's journey. -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #pace #success #socialmedia #therealdeal #fightthroughstruggle

Whether you train heavily or even just once or twice a week, there is a possibility of getting injured. Hopefully, this doesn't happen to you. But, regardless of your injury, getting over it mentally should be your first priority. Once you get over the fears and doubts, you can maintain your physique and health while you work on getting better. Christian and Carlo talk about injuries, how it affects you and how you can avoid letting your injury get the best of you. Stay focused, stay strong and come back stronger than you were before your injury! -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #injury #thecomeback #mentalgame #mentality #perspective #staystrong

"Face your fears." "Be a lion." "You're only as strong as your weakest link(trait)." You've heard all those quotes motivating you to push yourself to the limit and you may laugh or ignore them because they are so cliche. But if you actually instill these warriorlike traits, your outlook on life actually changes and difficult situations turn into just that, a difficult situation. Throughout your life, you will be faced with difficult challenges that you will have to "conquer" to be the best version of yourself. Don't let challenging situations take over. be in control of challenging situations.Having a background in martial arts, Christian and Carlo talk about how going about life like a warrior has helped them keep composure and take control during hard times. They found solutions and attacked the problems so that they can move up and move forward. In business and in their personal lives. -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #beawarrior #fight #success #dontgiveup #warrior #warriorlike #business #motivate #inspire #lead

Are you having trouble getting into or back into a workout routine? You are NOT alone! If your new goal is to lose weight or put on that muscle mass, getting into a routine is a challenge in itself. A challenge that can make or break your fitness journey! It's not easy to start eating "properly" or different from what you're accustomed to, it's not easy changing and sticking to your new schedule. You're too busy, tired and exhausted. We get it! Christian and Carlo talk about the difficulties of getting into a new and ideal routine so that you can stay healthy and active! This isn't just for those who are new to the gym. This is for people who may have fell off their program, got too busy, created new goals and need that extra push. If you or you know someone who is struggling to get into that ideal routine, send them a link so they can tune in! -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #routine #clockwork #schedule #organized #goals #nothingcanstopyou #noexcuses

Communication is one of, if not the most important component in any type of relationship. The way you communicate with your business partners, friendships or your significant other is a direct reflection on yourself. If you find that people gravitate towards you and seek your opinion, you probably offer great conversation or constructive critisism that betters the other person. If you feel that there is constant tension with others, conversations just turn into arguments or people just simply try to avoid you. The way you communicate with them could be the issue.Christian and Carlo talk about destructive language and how it can stem from a lack of communication skills and insecurities. Everyone goes through things but if your stresses and personal issues are causing you to shut people down, constantly critisize others and just straight up be an as*hole to the people you come across throughout the day. You may want to take a step back and re-evaluate before you speak. You could be pushing some of the most important people out of your life. No one is perfect and all of us are guilty of doing this sometimes. -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/YT - www.youtube.com/thestrengthnu----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #relationships #business #communication #constructivecriticism

As an entrepreneur, you will be faced with many different problems and situations alone. In order to grow, you will need to figure things out and persevere through difficult times. When your business does grow, you will need to trust others with duties that you were solely responsible for. This transition can be difficult for some as there could be an issue of trust, comparing the way you do things or simply an inability to just let go of the work. This is normal and the best of us usually get passed it and build their circle to a standard where everyone grows.Christian and Carlo talk about entrepreneurs who arentrepreneurs . bosses. Those who open doors, put trust in others and provide opportunities versus those who just tell you what to do. Know the difference. Tune in to the full episode, this is definitely one for all the entrepenuers and small business owners out there! -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #business #opportunities #greatbosses #leaders #network #strongteam #together

Are you trying to lose weight but confused with your program? Are you supposed to do high reps and light weight or low reps with heavy weight? With so much information out there, it's impossible to choose the right path for yourself. Especially, if you aren't being led by a personal trainer. If you aren't sure which route you should take to meet your fatloss goals, you definitely want to tune into this episode!Christian and Carlo discuss the benefits and differences of utilizing high reps vs low reps, which one is right for you and how important it is to understand and enjoy yourprogram and the journey you are about to go through. Remember, regardless of which path you take, you shouldn't dread going to a gym for 1 hour a day. Listen to this podcast and start shedding those extra pounds! -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #highreps #lowreps #strengthtraining #fatloss #losingweight #fatlossprogram

Being on vacation is supposed to be a getaway from the everyday hustle. And, if you work your ass off all year long, you better believe you deserve that vacation! But, that doesn't mean that your fitness regiment has to come to a halt. We understand that there will be tasty drinks and delicious food all around you but don't let all that hard work suffer. In this episode, Christian and Carlo respond to a question from one of our very own members, Marwa(@99marham99). How can you stay fit while you're on vacation? They go over some strategies you can use while you are on vacay so you don't completely go off the handle!If you have any questions about your fitness or business journey, let us know! -If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/YT - www.youtube.com/thestrengthnu----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #vacation #vacay #stayfitonvacay #goals #stayingontrack #dontbesohardonyourself #balance

In order to be successful with your fitness goals, you must have and follow a plan. Losing those extra pounds or being able to hit that new PR won't just happen over night. Having a solid plan is imperative to reaching your goals and we can understand how difficult it really is to staying on track. The plan doesn't only consist of lifting this much and running for that long. It consists of getting adequate amounts of rest, consuming the right nutrients, not packing that cookie for your daily snack, not going out for wings and beer and the list can go on...Christian and Carlo understand the difficulties of this and point out that it's probably not about what's going on in the gym but it's most likely everything outside of the gym that is affecting your success. If your lifestyle and decisions outside of the gym do not reflect your your goals, you may want to check yourself and reassess.-If you enjoy this video and want to see more like it, be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button and/or SHARE this episode with a friend. WEBSITE - strength-n-u.com IG - instagram.com/strengthnu/Behind The Strength Podcast(iTunes) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthBehind The Strength Podcast(Spotify) - bit.ly/BehindTheStrengthPodcastFB - www.facebook.com/StrengthNU/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Behind The Strength:Today, we’re feeling more lost, unmotivated, and unhealthier than ever along before… We're Christian and Carlo, high school friends and co-founders of Strength-N-U Inc.. At the age of 25, we took just a few thousand dollars and, in less than 6 years, turned it into a multi-million dollar fitness and therapy empire. We'll share the lessons we learned the way so you can avoid our mistakes and dramatically improve your health, wealth, and peach of mind. Welcome to Behind The Strength!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #fitnessplan #succeed #success #stayontrack #stayfocused #fitnesslifestyle

It takes more than capital and good looks to keep your business alive. With new trends and gyms opening up left, right and center, you need to provide more than just something different. You have to offer real value, results and you have to ensure that your clients never rethink their decision to be with you and your company.Christian and Carlo share their knowledge and experiences so that you can prevent your business from taking a plung. Take advantage and instill a culture within your company. -#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #business #alive #thriving #entrepenuer #success #fitness #therapy #personaltraining

Do you have a "crazy" idea that you know will work but you're afraid of going for it because of the risks? Are you currently at a dead-end job day dreaming of your dream career? Do you have fitness goals but are just scared or lazy to even start? What is stopping you?! Shake that fear and/or doubt off and just TRY! Christian and Carlo talk about how it is 100x better to try and fail rather than not try at all. Don't let opportunities pass you by. Don't let your ego or fears get the best of you. Get up and go for those goals, what's the worst that can happen? If you fail or come short, you are guaranteed to be better than you were. Go get it!-#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #gogetit #byanymeans #goals #success #fitness #business #career

Training your mind is just as important as training your body. In life, in order for you to give it your all, your mind must be fully focused and connected to the task at hand. Same goes for every single training session you have. If your mind isn't fully focused and ready, do you really think you will maximize the results of that session? Quality over quantity is the name of the game here.Christian and Carlo talk to us about training your mind and how to get real results just by being in the moment, breathing, visualizing, analyzing every single movement and fixing and adjusting the smallest errors. Stop wasting your time in the gym. Put your mind to it and reach those fitness goals!-#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #mindovermatter #visualize #goals #mindmuscleconnection

If you are an entrepeneur, an influencer, if you are moving forward, growing and trying to become a better version of yourself, people will notice. You will please a lot of people and some may even approach you for advice and guidance! But, on the other hand, there will be people who may be jealous, show animosity towards you or who simply try bring you down. If you are just plain and simply trying in life and your intentions are true and not with malice, keep doing you. Christian and Carlo talk about the simple fact that, regardless of how much good you are trying to achieve, you can't please everyone. If this is something that you experience and need some clarity, you will definitely want to tune in! Never feel bad or guilty for chasing the better you!-#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #betteryourself #rememberwhy #goals #hatersgonnahate #itsnotmeitsyou #keepdoingyou #doyou

As the years go by, professional research and science continues to debunk and prove old theories wrong. This goes from sports training to nutrition all the way to psychology and mental health. Considering this, the new research and studies on addiction have changed the way we look and deal with it today. Christian and Carlo sit down with SNU Naturopath Dr. Sean and long time friend Jefferson Manalese. They discuss and learn about addiction, their experiences, how research has changed and how we can deal with our friends/family who need help. Let's help and understand those around us that are in need. -#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #podcast #addiction #help #supportsystem #naturopath #therapy

The art of communication is one of those things you should constantly work on. Being great at it can help you grow as a person, strengthen your relationships and you give others a very clear understanding of who you are. Whether it's at work with co-workers or superiors, with the people in your circle or even at home with your loved ones, being able to communicate properly sets the tone and dynamic of your relationship. You would think this is obvious but believe it or not, many relationships come to an end because there probably was a lack of communication and understanding.Christian and Carlo discuss the art of communication and how vital it is for everyone. It can prevent a fight, it can get you that raise you've always wanted and it can help grow/maintain a relationship. If you think you don't have to work on communication, you're wrong. Communication is like training. You have to work on it constantly.-#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #podcast #theartofcommunication #communication #understanding #growth #career #relationships

Growing up anywhere in Toronto, hip hop has a HUGE influence on our lives. From how we carry ourselves to our creativity and drive, hip hop is a key competent and it gives us confidence to express ourselves. It is no different for Strength-N-U.Christian and Carlo talk about growing up and how hip hop inspired them to create the business you know and love today. In the gym, creating the formats for their classes, they challenged each other the way breakdancers do during a battle. Not to disrespect but to refine each others skills, to better each other for the next throw down and to prepare and strengthen each other for whatever life presents. What do you use as inspiration? - #strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #hiphop #ilovehiphop #hiphop #fitness #creative #innovation

We all know someone or can be guilty ourselves of repeatedly doing the same old thing at the gym. We may see some change at first but after a long time, can we really expect change still?! If you are looking to improve your workout, increase intensity or even if you're getting bored of the same old routine, that you've been doing for the past 3 years(hopefully you've changed it more often)... Check this podcast out!Christian and Carlo go through Supersets, trisets/circuit training, giant sets and more! Change up your normal routine and throw these in. You're GUARANTEED to spice up your workout and increase the intensity!#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #gains #intensity #spiceitup #change #growth #challengeyourself

We all know that person or that select few who hustle. They are highly respected by their peers, they work hard, they are dependable and things just always seem to work for them. And then we have the others who just talk the talk, embellish everything they do to be acknowledged and they do the most... For the gram... Christian and Carlo point out the differences between those who are ACTUALLY out there hustling and those who just pretend. Social Media is part of our world now and it's a great thing for connecting people. But, the down side is that it has placed an urgency to impress the masses and seek for praise and acknowledgment. It's one thing to share your successes but to post your "much deserved" night out and broadcast to the world how much hard work you put in this week.... At the end of the day, numbers don't lie...some focus on the number of lives they impact and others the number of likes their posts recieve. But, only one of them are destined for long term success...#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #hustle #hustling #realhustlers #fakehustlers #realrecognizereal

Humans by nature are creatures of habit. Since habits are automatically done without thought, most of us are inherently incapable of knowing how prevalent and influential they really are in our day to day lives. Our community is all about growth, so let's help each other and ensure we build good habits so that we can bring out the best everyday!Christian and Carlo talk about the habits of successful people. Remember, successful DOES NOT only mean rich and famous. Successful is the achievement of YOUR desired visions and planned goals. Let's pick up the slack and let's get it!https://www.instagram.com/p/ByWBD1tnYiT/?igshid=1ps51ectm1l6s - to see a quick list of the common habits successful people have!-#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #success #successful #habits #gogetit #community #growtogether #bestrong

We’ve been conditioned to go hard or go home and to give an all-out effort in everything we do. Although this mentality will surely get you outstanding results over time, the question is…should we be going all out…ALL THE TIME?Are you able to maintain an all-out effort all day every day? Top level effort for 60–90 minutes at the gym, running, playing hockey, or anything else, can lead you down a road plagued with burnout, plateaus, or even depression. The NFL’s best running backs have to hit the sideline to take a breather after a run back for a touchdown or a long series of hard-won yards.Remember, those who don’t rest, injure. Some die (yes, dramatic but true). We’ve all read stories about recruits pushed beyond their limits in the military. Rookies who die in training camp in the late summer heat. Yet, too many of us subscribe to this notion that it’s either all out all the time or nothing at all. In this episode, Christian and Carlo discuss the dangers of going all out all the time. Knowing when to give an all-out effort and balancing it with proper rest and recovery will not only give you better results, but it will keep you healthier overtime.

Throw the F*ck down is a saying we live by here at SNU. We want all our fitfam to put in 110% every single rep, every single day, whether it be at home, in the gym or at work! BUT, we also understand the value of rest and the need for a break. Remember, muscles are torn in the gym, fed in the kitchen and built in bed.Overtraining/overworking happens to everyone that works hard. Christian and Carlo know and understand that. In this episode, Christian and Carlo discuss the signals and signs that you need a break. It doesn't make you weak or any less of a person for taking a break, just make sure you are using the break to rebuild, reassess and to reenergize! You're guarenteed to be much stronger than you were. #strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #personaltraining #needabreak #rest #reenergize #getstronger #goals #fitnesslifestyle #gohard #allin #getresults

When your fitness goal is to lose weight, gain muscle mass, sprint faster or lift heavier, you have to choose the right training program to efficiently achieve your goals. If you're trying to lose a certain amount of weight in a certain amount of time, concentrating on heavy deadlifts and squats probably won't get your there... Christian and Carlo talk about how to find the right program for you. If you want to maximize your potential and reach your goals, you will want to tune into the full episode. Everyones fitness journey is difficult. This isn't an easy thing to do. These free tips and things to consider will help you get things in order so you can get closer to being the better you!- #strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #podcast #selfhelp #noegosallowed #reachyourgoals #fitnesslifestyle #personaltraining #nutrition

IIFIYM means "If It Fits In Your Macros". This is a diet that involves you counting the number of macronutrients vs. counting the calories you are consuming. Because of the focus is more on proteins, fats and carbohydrates, this allows for a person to be much more flexible on what they can consume... As long as it fits in your macros.Christian and Carlo discuss and present the pros and the cons of this diet, who should and shouldn't be doing it and their personal take on it as well. If you heard of this diet and are curious to know the facts, tune in to this episode!- #strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #nutrition #fitness #podcast #IIFIYM #ifitfitsinyourmacros #goals #stayfocused

Working out and attaining certain goals is a process. Many people either lack the knowledge and guidance or just straight up don't respect the process. Thus, people get discouraged and quit their journey. Regardless of where you are in your journey, when you want results, you have to go through some sort of process/program.Christian and Carlo talk about a question everyone has in their heads. When should I expect results? They discuss things to consider such as your past lifestyle, eating habits and are you on the right program? Depending on what your goals are, be realistic, seek for guidance, don't be so hard on yourself and work your ass off!-#strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #results #hardwork #therightway #theprocess #respectheprocess #fitnessjourney #podcast

From a business stand point, planning is USUALLY a key contributor to success. But the reality of things is that, nothing ever really goes exactly as planned. There will be curve balls and many unexpected things thrown at you that you never accounted for in your "plan". Or, you can be just be stuck in the planning stages and self-sabatoging your progress/growth.Christian and Carlo discuss this topic for the entrepenuer minded individuals who need that push to begin or take the next steps in their journey. The planning stage is key but there comes a time when you have to stop planning and just start doing.There is no amount of planning that will get you to the next stage, you have to take action and only then will you level up.

Cheat meals. Are they good? Are they bad? Are you even in the position to have one? If you are starting your fitness journey or chasing that goal, these are few questions you should ask yourself before you even consider having one. The word cheat has negative connotations and is usually associated with the feeling of guilt. But, cheat meals aren't always a bad thing. In fact, if you have been following a strict diet and training consistently, cheat meals can actually boost your metabolism and help you lose weight... If it's done right.After guiding thousands of people, from plain janes to the seasoned athletes to competitive bodybuilders, Christian shares his nutritional knowledge with you all. Join Christian and Carloas they discuss cheat meals/days, some choices you have, if you can even consider yourself "eligible" and much more! If you are fully committed to yourself and your fitness journey, don'tlet yourself down because of cravings. Take control and allow yourself to treat yourself.

Plateaus happen to everyone during their fitness journey. It's not just you. There comes a point where you just stop losing weight, or you stop gaining muscle, or you just can't seem to beat that time. Going through plateaus can definitely be discouraging and we know exactly how that feels! Don't let it get the best of you. Carlo and Christian discuss plateaus, the signs that you are hitting a plateau, why your choices may be the cause of your plateau and what to do if you are currently in one. Let us help you prevent or get past these stages so that your goals and your timelines stay on track!

We all experience hard times in life. Whether it's at work or in your personal relationships, hard times are going to happen. When you experience them, it's easy to just run away and not deal with the problem. But, who really does that? We all know the phrase, "what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger." In most cases, this is true!Join us this episode as Carlo and Christian encourage everyone to take a step back and reflect, take accountability for their actions and face the facts. Who knows? the problem could've been you!

There are many take aways from fitness that we all know about... We get fit, gain muscle and strength, lose fat, and there is so much more! But, one of the best things in fitness that many people don't talk about are the lessons we learn in the gym/while training that we can apply to our everyday life. We spend countless hours and work so hard to reach certain goals and when we reach these goals, we look past or downplay the fact that it was extremely hard to achieve. Carlo and Christian talk about the physical and mental adversity we put ourselves through in the gym and how relatable it is to life. When you put things into perspective, many situations in life can't be as difficult as squating or bench pressing 315lbs. Let's learn how to use this strength of overcoming stress and adversity, and transfer it to everyday life!

Everyone goes through pain and experiences hard times throughout their life. It's inevitable. Look back and think about a time when you went through pain, physically or emotionally, and think about how you dealt with it. Our mantra is "Pain is inevitable and suffering is a choice" because we believe that the pain we have endured has literally made us stronger. We are not saying that you can't or shouldn't feel pain, feeling pain is a good sign that you are alive! Pain is an indicator that something is wrong! Sometimes, we can't prevent the pain, but usually, when you are feeling the pain, it's already to late. Now, the question is, what are you going to do about it? How are you going to let this pain affect you? And for how long?Christian and Carlo discuss pain and give some advice on how you can pick yourself up from it as soon as possible. We know that you will face some demons time to time but we want to remind you that when it comes to pain and suffering, how we respond to it, physically and mentally, is really our choice.

Laziness. Whether we live a fitness lifestyle or not, it's one of those words that we all want to dissociate ourselves with. Nobody wants to be lazy.Being lazy can literally prevent you from being healthy and progressing with anything in life... Your career, cleanliness and your love life! In this case, Christian and Carlo talk about laziness in terms of your fitness. We all have those days and to be quite honest, it's completely okay! One or two days out of the gym will not kill you or prevent you from reaching your goals. This is not laziness. Take a break and regroup!However, if you're "day off" is turning into several days per week and you are actually losing mental focus, you may want to do something about it before it's too late!Consider simple things like changing up your playlist, finding a new partner or even experimenting with new exercises can help refresh your hunger!Be proactive and adventurous, remember why you fell in love with fitness and don't let laziness get the best of you! - #strengthnu #behindthestrengthpodcast #dontbelazy #lazy #laziness #reachyourgoals #refresh #reenergize #fitnesslifestyle

In this episode, we sit with long time friend and one of the very first SNU members to sign up in 2011 when we had nobody wanting to pay for our services, the unbelievably inspiring, Michelle Pierce. We brought her on the podcast because we know and understand the hardships and hurdles that she has gone through. From being a single mother, fighting age and race stereotypes, going to work and running her own business, and hitting what seemed to be her rock bottom. Michelle talks about the struggles, what she did to get through them, and the lessons learned along the way. If you're going through hard times, you'll definitely want to take Michelle's experiences into context and gain strength to get passed your own personal demons. Feel free to contact us if you need that mental/physical push!

We are closing out January and some of us have yet to hit the gym/start our fitness new year resolutions. This could be because of laziness or time but there are a bunch of us who haven't started because we simply don't know where to start. And that is OK. It's not okay if you don't seek for help or the necessary answers but that's a complete issue in itself. Don't prevent yourself from reaching your fitness goals because you don't know where to start. Carlo and Christian have created a checklist for you new gym goers so that you don't miss out. Take these things into account before you even step foot into the gym so that you can be ready and prepared. Let's start your fitness journey the right way!

If you are trying to lose weight or trying to get fit, cardio is a big component to your program. Steady state was the norm. You would hit the treadmill, go outside for a run and you would probably stay at the same moderate intensity throughout that workout. Recently, all of that has changed with the introduction of High-intensity interval training. HIIT is where your workout involves changing the intensity and working harder for certain intervals throughout the routine. With so much information out there, how do we really know which one you should focus on if you’re trying to lose weight and get it? More importantly, which can you enjoy and love more?Carlo and Christian go through the differences of each and outline the pros and cons of both so that you can make the right choices in your fitness journey.

Fearing and experiencing gym pains can prevent you from moving forward to reach your goals. Especially, if you are new to the gym and don't understand these "pains". Understanding these pains is the first step to moving forward and who knows, you may even look forward to and be excited to feel it. Can you distinguish between good pains and bad pains?Christian and Carlo discuss the differences of good and bad pain, pain vs. soreness, how and where you should be feeling these pains and also, when you should be experiencing these "pains".

Have you ever felt like you were/are getting judged at the gym? Has this feeling prevented or even stopped you from going to certain facilities? This isn’t a fear and anxiety that only new gym goers experience. Insecurities haunt us all. But don’t fear and be a victim to your insecurities. Christian and Carlo share some ways to overcome the fear of being judged at the gym so you can continue your fitness journey. Strong, proud and confidently!

It's the start of the new year and more than likely, we have all made fitness New Year's Resolutions. Whether they are big or small resolutions, we are hoping that you all stick to the plan to meet your goals!If you're just beginning, these next few weeks are the most challenging in terms of changing your lifestyle, making new habits and committing to yourself. With so many distractions, discouragements, negative influences around us and maybe even a lack of support, we understand how difficult it may be for you. Be strong. Stay committed. Be the change you want.Christian and Carlo point out some of the top reasons why your fitness journey can come to a screeching halt. Take these reasons in so that YOU don't quit before your even start.

Regardless of what your goal may be, if you are an avid gym-goer you are probably considered "fit" in the eyes of others. This may cause some unwanted attention, unnecessary questions and comments from your peers that you certainly do not want. People also assume that you probably got it easily. They don't care for the hard work and sacrifice you put in. You are automatically judged and working out is probably all you do.... We get it. This is just one example of what fit people go through.Carlo and Christian discuss some of the downfalls that many people in the fitness community go through all the time. They want you to understand that this is a normal thing. And, although being fit is a good thing, there is actually a "dark side" of being fit.

The influences are all around us. In TV, magazines and most definitely on every popular social media platform, the images of curves and slim waists, massive biceps and 6-pack abs and even in our own gyms. With all this in our faces, how can you possibly concentrate on the main goal at hand? To be healthy. It's definitely fine to want a certain physique but these constant images can definitely defer people from taking their first steps(or next step) and have them trying to make unrealistic leaps. Thus, causing people to inevitably second guess, doubt, rethink or even quit their fitness journey. Don't let these things distract you or have you comparing yourself to others goals. Remember why you started your fitness journey. Be real with yourself and accept which stage you are currently in, use that as motivation and work your ass off to reach the next level.You can exercise to just simply be healthy. You can workout to maintain. You're allowed to workout because you simply want to live longer.Your goals don't have to be extravagant. But, if they are, don't forget that you have to take the necessary steps in order to reach the top. No one gets their dream body over night.

The holidays are literally around the corner and we know that some of you may STILL be stumped on what to get for your fitfam!In this video, Carlo and Christian go over some great gifts and stocking stuffers that you can get for the fitness buff in your life! Keep them happy and smiling with a gift that they will most definitely use and be thankful for!Want us to review a certain fitness product? Let us know and we will be sure to get to it!

We are going into the new year, which means that many of us will either begin our fitness journey or continue to make new goals. With all the hard work being put into the gym and other daily priorities, we have to replenish our bodies with rest and with the foods we eat. The question is, with so many fad-diets that just appear out of now where and disappear with a blink of an eye, how do we know which one to choose? Before going all in, have you asked yourself: Can I commit to the restrictions that some of these diets may have? Have I considered the side effects if I deviate from what I’m supposed to do? What are my long term goals? Did I speak to a nutritionist and a doctor to see if this is the right decision? Were you pressured or tagging along because so many people are doing it? We are not demonizing these diets nor are we saying that these diets don't work. In fact, they ALL work. What we hate seeing are people blindly following these diets with absolutely no long term plan or goal.The hot topic in recent months have been all about Carbohydrates. Join Christian and Carlo as they shed light on why carbs can be good for you. -For those that have tried it, what are your thoughts on the Ketogenic Diet? How long have you been on it and are you still on it? Tell us how much it has helped you reach you goals! Share your progress and knowledge, we want to hear from you!

Whatever you decide to do in life, you usually start with very little to no knowledge/experience and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that. Pros don't become pros over night. This certainly applies for everyone beginning or on their fitness journey.In this episode, Carlo and Christian discuss the mistakes they made and share their experiences so that hopefully you won't have to. Take in their 10 Training Mistakes to Avoid so that you can achieve your goals and create new ones!

Personal trainers can be found throughout all fitness facilities. They also come in all shapes and sizes. They can differ from each other in many ways but one thing is for sure, they should all have YOUR goals and YOUR best interest as their first priority. Do they know you well enough to know when you're actually not feeling well, when they can push you past mental/physical barriers, are they educating you too much or too little? Are they ensuring that you are activating the correct muscles? etc... These are just some questions you should be asking yourself about your current trainer or if you are in search of one.With years of knowledge and experience in the fitness industry, Christian and Carlo discuss the habits and tendencies of great trainers, they outline the morals and values that they should have and their affect on you as the client. Do you have the right trainer for you?

Christian and Carlo recently took a trip to China to attend the Canton Fair, to meet potential business partners and to seek more opportunities. Join them as they share their experiences, insights and what they have learned from the people of China, businessmen/women & locals alike.