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Welcome to the StrongTalk podcast with Tom Rini and Peter Nelson II. Tom and Pete are business partners at Black Flag Athletics, one of the top Strength and Conditioning facilities in Ohio. The aim of the podcast is to share their candid and uncensored conversations on all things fitness, health, business, and leadership. Through these conversations, we hope you takeaway a couple things to enhance your life and, simply, be better. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

StrongTalk Podcast


    • Feb 21, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 35m AVG DURATION
    • 18 EPISODES


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    #18 - Community, Leadership, and Engagement

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 29:47


    In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and discuss how important community is to guide you on your fitness journey!... And Tom and Pete discuss their top 5 all time movies. Enjoy the deep dive folks! @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

    #17 - Education vs Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 32:36


    In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and debate whether it's better to learn from a book or experience... Sit back and enjoy topics from CrossFit seminars, getting a PHD, the education system, the Food Pyramid and more. Enjoy the deep dive folks! @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

    #16 - Skills Skills Skills

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 31:03


    In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and discuss Handstand Pushups, Muscle Ups, Pistols, etc.!!! Do you always grab a band to scale your pull-ups? At what cost would you give to get your first bar muscle up? The guys give you their opinions on this and many more topics in today's episode. @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

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    #15 - Being Proactive In Your Health and Wellness Decisions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 35:56


    In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and cover a bunch of topics: How much caffeine is too much caffeine? Is BMI an outdated metric? Do doctors see too many patients a day? Putting everything into perspective... Enjoy as the guys cover these topics and many more! @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

    #14 - The Little Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 25:54


    In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II discuss how little details breed consistency. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

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    #13 - The Departure of Dave Castro

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2022 30:08


    In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II take a deep dive into all things Dave Castro. From the beginning of his CrossFit career as a flowmaster to his contoversial departure just weeks away from the beginning of the Open. Strap in for this one folks! @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered @StongTalk.Podcast @BlackFlag_Athletics @BlackFlagCompete By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

    #12 - Community and Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2022 30:39


    In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II talk about how important community is to business, and reveal some HUGE NEWS in the very near future for Black Flag Athletics! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

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    #11 - Fit For Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 37:50


    In today's episode, Tom Rini sits down solo and talks how to be fit for life! Covering topics like training movement vs muscles, muscular and metabolic demand, how to work less and smile more, etc... Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

    #10 - Hydration

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2021 22:48


    In today's episode, Pete Nelson II sit down solo and discusses all things hydration. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

    #9 - How To Get Strong - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 27:41


    In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini is back at it with a solo show. We're continuing on the topic of strength. Not just how to get strong, but also applying strength in the long term. Hear Tom talk on topics from technical proficiency, variation, recovery, and burning out. Enjoy! @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

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    #8 - How To Get Strong - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 30:26


    In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II reunite back in the studio (and it feels so good). Strength is the topic today, and the guys sure have a lot to say about it. You'll hear Tom and Pete cover topics from volume and intensity, to their opinions on "muscle confusion" and oscillating kettlebell back squats! ...also, Tom and Pete reveal the GREATEST STRENGTH PROGRAM IN THE WORLD!!! Listen to find out which one. @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

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    #7 - Sifting Through the Fitness Trash Out There

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 91:05


    In today's episode, it's Tom Rini's turn for a solo show! Tom drops major knowledge bombs left and right in this episode. Touching on topics from anti-aging, strongman, CrossFit, social media, 30 day weight loss programs, etc... Strap in for this one folks. @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

    #6 - How To Optimize Your Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 22:54


    In today's episode, Pete Nelson II goes solo on this one! From the moment you wake up until you go to bed, Pete goes over some helpful strategies he uses to get the most out of his day, including what time to workout, prioritizing yourself first, how to unwind, etc. Strap in for this one folks. Powered By: Black Flag Athletics @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

    #5 - What Makes a Great Leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 40:26


    In today's episode, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and discuss some characteristics and attributes it takes to be a great leader. Powered By: Black Flag Athletics @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

    #4 - Recovery... Hot or Cold

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 36:42


    In today's episode, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and discuss all things recover. Covering topic like ice baths, saunas, surgery, Strap in for this one folks! Powered By: Black Flag Athletics @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

    #3 - Nutrition... Why Wait Until Monday?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021 35:10


    In today's episode, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and discuss all things nutrition. From psychology and cravings to goal setting and weight loss challenges. Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

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    #2 - Running 100 Miles: A Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2021 49:26


    In today's episode, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and discuss what it took for Pete to accomplish one of his biggest goals: running 100 miles. Pete finished the Canal Corridor 100 on October 10th, 2021 in 22 hours 59 minutes and 4 seconds. They dive into Pete's preparatory phase for the run, his past failures, race day, and recovery. Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

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    #1 - Six Exercises That Should Be In Every Workout Program

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 29:55


    In today's episode, Tom Rini & Peter Nelson II sit down and discuss what exercises should & should NOT be included in every workout program. Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

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