That Fit Friend | Talking Shoes, Fitness, and Everything Else

Brittany Diamond, a professional strongwoman, shares her journey into the world of strongman competitions. She started as a long-distance runner and transitioned to rowing in college. After discovering her natural ability for lifting heavy weights, she participated in her first strongman competition and fell in love with the sport. Brittany discusses the challenges she faced as a muscular woman and the importance of promoting strength and muscle for females. She competed in strongman for seven years, turning pro in 2017 and experiencing the evolution of the sport. Brittany discusses her journey from competing in strongman to transitioning into bodybuilding.0:00 - Introduction and Meeting Brittany Diamond2:09 - Brittany's Background and Introduction to Strongman6:09 - First Strongman Competition and Early Success9:51 - Training and Preparation for Strongman Competitions13:33 - Body Image and Embracing Strength as a Female Athlete20:25 - Turning Pro and the Evolution of Strongman Competitions20:57 - Brittany's journey from strongman to bodybuilding23:22 - Overcoming challenges: Injuries and a busy schedule29:56 - Passion for training and plans for the future33:19 - Authenticity and being true to yourself36:34 - Advice for women interested in strongman40:24 - Building a successful training business She talks about her training and competing experiences, including the challenges she faced with injuries and a busy schedule. Brittany also shares her passion for training and her plans to compete in physique again.She emphasizes the importance of being authentic and true to oneself and offers advice for women interested in getting involved in strongman competitions. Brittany also talks about her training business and the various aspects of her career.CONNECT WITH BRITTANYBrittany's Instagram: @b_dimezBrittany's website: https://www.brittanydiamondtraining.com/CONNECT WITH RAECHELRaechel's Instagram: @raechelsinukThat Fit Friend's Instagram: @that_fit_friendThat Fit Friend Podcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thatfitfriendpodcast That Fit Friend YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thatfitfriend That Fit Friend Website: https://thatfitfriend.com/

Austen Alexander, a US Navy veteran and fitness enthusiast, shares his journey from joining the Navy to becoming a content creator. He discovered his love for fitness at 19 and used it as a way to build discipline and transform his body. After dropping out of college, he joined the Navy and went through intense training to become a diver. However, he didn't pass the swim qualification and ended up in the Naval Security program. He was stationed in Bahrain and later moved to California, where he deployed on the Carl Vinson and worked in the Harbor patrol. During his time in the Navy, he started making videos to document his training and share his experiences. Austen's interest in video production started in high school, where he produced class videos and a show called Current Events. He continued making videos while in the Navy and started posting them on YouTube. His channel gained traction when a video went viral, earning him significant income. Austen decided to take YouTube full-time and built his own obstacle course called Battle Bunker. He faced challenges and financial struggles but persevered. He later expanded Battle Bunker to the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center. The Battle Bunker bus, a 1986 Dodge Ram, became a popular symbol of his brand. Austen discusses the rise of short-form videos and the development of the Battle Bunker brand. He shares how he started creating short vertical videos on TikTok and Facebook Reels, and the success he found through consistent posting. Austen talks about the importance of having a team and the creative process behind his YouTube channel and the Battle Bunker Bus. He also discusses the creation of the Hybricon Games, a hybrid competition that combines various practical sports.CONNECT WITH AUSTENAusten's Instagram: @austen_alexAusten's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AustenAlexanderAusten's website: https://www.austenalexander.com/CONNECT WITH RAECHELRaechel's Instagram: @raechelsinukThat Fit Friend's Instagram: @that_fit_friendThat Fit Friend Podcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thatfitfriendpodcast That Fit Friend YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thatfitfriend That Fit Friend Website: https://thatfitfriend.com/

The conversation covers the mistakes and lessons learned in the lifting careers of the speakers. It delves into early lifting experiences, body image issues, training mistakes, and gym accidents. Jake and Raechel share insights on the importance of consistency, program following, and the impact of external validation on training habits. In this conversation, Jake and Raechel share personal experiences and insights related to powerlifting, bodybuilding prep, diet and nutrition, training mistakes, recovery, and the importance of listening to one's body.They discuss the impact of life stressors on training, the need for balance, and the lessons learned from pushing too hard. The conversation emphasizes the journey of learning from mistakes and the importance of patience and consistency in fitness and training.CONNECT WITH RAECHELRaechel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raechelsinuk/CONNECT WITH JAKE The Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Jake's Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

In today's episode, Claire Bays, a personal trainer and content creator, shares her journey into fitness and sobriety. She grew up in a small town in Oklahoma and didn't start going to the gym until her 20s. She struggled with weight gain and eating disorders before finding her way to fitness. Claire also battled alcoholism and made the decision to get sober after a series of traumatic events. She started working in the fitness industry about a year into her sobriety and has since grown her presence on social media, particularly Instagram, where she shares fitness content and promotes her podcast. CONNECT WITH CLAIREClaire's Instagram: @clairebaysClaire's Podcast: Conversations with Claire https://open.spotify.com/show/67cDKzQ9DIzwCkQrfsWwI7Claire's Coaching Website: www.clairebayscoach.com/CONNECT WITH RAECHELRaechel's Instagram: @raechelsinukThat Fit Friend's Instagram: @that_fit_friendThat Fit Friend Podcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thatfitfriendpodcast That Fit Friend YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thatfitfriend That Fit Friend Website: https://thatfitfriend.com/

CONNECT WITH ALEX: https://www.instagram.com/themacrobarista/In this conversation, Jake interviews Alex Moe, a content creator known as The Macro Barista, about his journey in building a successful business around coffee.They discuss the challenges and pain points Alex faced along the way, including a period where he felt like quitting social media. They also explore the evolution of social media and the importance of authenticity and relatability in content creation.Alex shares his vision for the future, which includes building a community and connecting with people on a deeper level. The conversation ends with advice for those thinking about starting their own business or pursuing their passions.CONNECT WITH JAKE The Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/TF2 Podcast YT: YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Jake's Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Raechel Sinuk is about to bring a breath of fresh air to the That Fit Friend podcast. She's been in the fitness industry for over a decade and has avid experience with bodybuilding and CrossFit.In this week's podcast, Jake introduces Raechel to the TF2 community, and they discuss plans for the podcast, Raechel's training background, and much more!CONNECT WITH RAECHELRaechel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raechelsinuk/CONNECT WITH JAKE The Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Jake's Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Austin Current is a highly respect strength coach and author. His book  Science of Strength Training has been an all-time best-selling book globally in the health and fitness sectors.In this week's podcast, I chat with Austin about his new business ventures and how he's navigated arguably one of the toughest points in his life.CONNECT WITH MARKInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/austincurrent_/Austin's Site: https://www.scienceofstrengthtraining.com/Austin's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@austincurrent_/CONNECT WITH JAKE The Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Jake's Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Mark Bottenhorn is an ultra-endurance athlete, hybrid athlete, HYROX competitor, powerlifter, professional soccer player, coach, corporate professional, dad... the list goes on.In this week's podcast, I chat with Mark about hybrid training and navigating mental lows while trying to progress workouts.CONNECT WITH MARKInstagram: https://instagram.com/bottenhornrunning/Mark's Site: https://www.runstrongtc.com/run-strong-tc.html#/CONNECT WITH JAKE + NIKKIThe Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Jake's Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Joey Miuccio has become a close friend of mine over the last few years. What started as a connection through a mutual company we worked with has blossomed into an incredible bromance.Whenever you talk to Joey, you know your mood is going to be lifted. That's why I wanted to have him on the TF2 podcast. The way he approaches his life and goals set a standard that I think we could all learn from.CONNECT WITH JOEYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeymiuccio/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JoeymiuccioCONNECT WITH JAKEThe Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Jake's Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Isabella von Weissenberg, a World-Class Powerlifter, Founder & Coach of Tempest Barbell, and just overall bad@$$ human being, joins Jake & Nikki this week on the TF2 Podcast!From casually starting lifting in her early 20s with no sports experience to breaking multiple world records early in her career, Isabella has had a unique competitive powerlifting journey that we dive into on this week's podcast.We also chat about: strategies to dial-in on the platform, her trip to NYC (where she met Jake & Nikki!), moving to Australia during COVID, and, of course, her favorite shoes (which... may not be what you'd expect!).CONNECT WITH ISABELLAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/isabellavonweissenberg/Coaching: https://www.tempestbarbell.com/CONNECT WITH JAKE + NIKKIThe Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Jake's Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/Nikki's Instagram: https://instagram.com/nikkikoplitz/

Mark Bottenhorn is a hyphenate -- ultra endurance athlete, hybrid athlete, record holder, powerlifter, collegiate soccer player, coach, corporate professional, dad... the list goes on.It's easy to look at his life and think he has it all. And, you wouldn't be wrong.But Mark has been through a lot to get to where he is. He's had to work really hard, both physically to get in competitive shape, and mentally, dealing with debilitating anxiety for much of his adult life.In this week's podcast, we chat about Mark's athletic and mental health journey, his advice for others getting into running, Instagram vs. reality recovery techniques, and his favorite shoes (fun fact: he has more shoes in rotation than Queen Elizabeth II did!).CONNECT WITH MARKInstagram: https://instagram.com/bottenhornrunning/CONNECT WITH JAKE + NIKKIThe Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Jake's Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/Nikki's Instagram: https://instagram.com/nikkikoplitz/

In this episode, we discuss new cross-training shoes, why Kim K wants traps "out" for the summer, fitness pendulum swings, and the ever-changing landscape of how social media continues to warp our perception of beauty. REVIEWS MENTIONED IN THE PODCASTNike Metcon 8Article: https://thatfitfriend.com/nike-metcon-8-review/Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gU9g4nbVitETYR CXT-1First Impressions Video: https://youtu.be/vEkVj8f5RnoCONNECT WITH JAKE + NikkiThe Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/Instagram: https://instagram.com/nikkikoplitz/

In this episode, we talk Jake's birthday & his & Nikki's big NYC trip, how to choose shoes for travel & favorite travel-friendly picks, and managing stress around training and nutrition while traveling.Bonus content: how to smuggle dogs on a plane!REVIEWS MENTIONED IN THE PODCASTNike Metcon 8Article: https://thatfitfriend.com/nike-metcon-8-review/Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gU9g4nbVitEFirst Impressions Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GusvSdvVU8VuoriPonto Short: https://thatfitfriend.com/vuori-ponto-short-review/Sunday Performance Jogger: https://thatfitfriend.com/vuori-sunday-performance-jogger-review/On Cloud XArticle: https://thatfitfriend.com/on-cloud-x-review/Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUGthUx0PdECONNECT WITH JAKEThe Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Arune Singh, Director of Brand at Skybound Entertainment & a member of the TF2 Community, comes on this week's podcast to talk writing for Jake's competitor, reviewing shoes for beginners, & how he got into the comic industry because of... soap operas?CONNECT WITH ARUNTwitter: @aruneInstagram: @arunesinghSHOES MENTIONED IN THE PODCASTUnder Armour Tribase Reign 4Article: https://thatfitfriend.com/under-armour-tribase-reign-4-review/Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVzrLyQHzBACONNECT WITH JAKEThe Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Aaaand we're back!After a short hiatus, the TF2 Podcast is back and better than ever!In this episode, we talk the shoes we've been loving & testing, Lululemon's dive into shoes & NFT footwear (this is not a crypto podcast, we promise!), Jake's first training shoes and how his passion for them developed over time, & 5 things to look for in a shoe. Bonus content: Jake's hair routine for keeping those locks luscious! REVIEWS MENTIONED IN THE PODCASTNOBULL Court ShoeArticle: https://thatfitfriend.com/nobull-court-trainer-review/Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwlYUNBtHhkNike MC TrainerArticle: https://thatfitfriend.com/nike-mc-trainer-review/Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dq7ex-BLmscYork Athletics Mfg Frank TrainerArticle: https://thatfitfriend.com/york-athletics-frank-trainer-review/Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wqy0mkpKrvICONNECT WITH JAKEThe Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

When it comes to productivity and leadership, Tony Nash is your guy. Tony wears a lot of different hats. He's hosts the Got Your Six podcast, runs a mentorship program, and helps others hone in on their leadership skills.In this episode, we talk about a variety of topics that span from overcoming mental miles to dealing with trauma.CONNECT WITH ANDYFollow Tony: https://www.instagram.com/thetonynash/Work With Tony: https://www.volv.ai/tonynash/mentorshipListen to Tony's Podcast: https://bit.ly/2UiLU36CONNECT WITH MEMy Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Jake Jaworski is the Founder and Owner of Garage Gym Experiment. Garage Gym Experiment is a resource that is designed to help you simplify the process of building out your home gym.Whether you're just getting started on your home gym journey or you're trying to figure out which new piece of equipment you should invest in, Garage Gym Experiment is an awesome resource to explore and look into.CONNECT WITH GARAGE GYM EXPERIMENT BELOWFollow GGE: https://www.instagram.com/garagegymexperiment/Garage Gym Experiment Podcast: https://garagegymexperiment.com/ https://open.spotify.com/show/4yDd97tXQPlPPJoaxPd3rVGarage Gym Experiment: https://www.instagram.com/moment.ptp/CONNECT WITH MEMy Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Dr. Andy Chen is a Physical Therapist and a  Co-Owner of Moment Physical Therapy and Performance, based in NYC.  Dr. Chen works with a variety of clients in-person and remotely including elite athletes, the general population, and those rehabbing and coming back from injuries.In this episode, Dr. Andy and I talk about a variety of topics including the intricacies of physical therapy, how social media blurs the line for good PT, and much more.If you're interested in connecting with Andy, I've linked all of his information below!CONNECT WITH ANDYFollow Andy: https://www.instagram.com/dr.andychen/Work With Andy: https://www.momentptp.com/Follow Andy's Business: https://www.instagram.com/moment.ptp/CONNECT WITH MEMy Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Nikki Koplitz is a personal trainer, engineer, and strength enthusiast. Nikki has been coaching for the last three years and has been training and building her knowledge in the gym for well over a decade.In this episode, Nikki and I cover a variety of topics including her top beginner lifting mistakes, navigating a corporate job while training, and how to navigate triggering social media content. This was a fun one and I hope y'all enjoy it!CONNECT WITH NIKKIInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkikoplitz/Nikki's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM_9S2gGMnXN20licevyIugCONNECT WITH MEMy Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Don Tran is the Co-Founder of Deepend Fitness and the Underwater Torpedo League. In addition, Don is also a trainer,  a co-author of F.R.E.E. Your Mind Guidebook, and a former marine.When it comes to putting yourself into uncomfortable elements like being underwater to improve both your mental and physical performance — Don is your guy.He's a great friend of mine and is definitely worth checking out if you're interested in the style of training and work he does. Plus, he does some awesome work in the training game so he's a great guy to support.CONNECT WITH DONInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ddooonnnn/Deep End Fitness: https://www.deependfitness.com/Underwater Torpedo League: https://utlnation.com/ CONNECT WITH MEMy Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Kyle Dobbs has been in the fitness industry for well over a decade and is the Founder of Compound Performance. Every quarter, he runs a mentorship program for other trainers and coaches that provides a wealth of knowledge with his business partner Matt Domney.Kyle is also a co-host on the Compound Performance Radio podcast, he has a YouTube channel, and he works with a variety of clientele. Needless to say, Kyle is a fantastic go-to resource for all things training.If you don't follow Kyle you're missing out. I've provided all of his information below!CONNECT WITH KYLEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/compoundperformance_/Compound Performance: https://www.compoundperformance.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsoqaH3rpoL8idJBkmA-hXQCONNECT WITH MEMy Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Waleed Hourani is a powerlifter, strength coach, and is one of the Co-Owners of Project Strength. Waleed is a fantastic coach and works with a variety of athletes with a majority of them being powerlifters.In this episode, we talk about coaching through the pandemic, the state of fitness on social media, and how Waleed has balanced coaching while receiving an unexpected diagnosis. If you'd like to connect and work with Waleed, check out his info below!CONNECT WITH WALEEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/waleed_projectstrength/Project Strength: https://www.theprojectstrength.com/coachingCONNECT WITH MEMy Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

JamaRR Royster is an elite powerlifter, a strength coach, a small business owner, a foodie, and much more. Three years ago, I met JamaRR at the 2019 Arnold Classic and we've been great friends ever since.What stuck out most to me about JamaRR was his energy and how he carried himself through both his life and his business. He truly embodies an energy that I think most of us should strive for and he's also just a really great genuine human being.In this episode, we talk about JamaRR's recent USAPL American squat recordHow he navigates off daysHow he plans to turn his love for food into a fruitful business.And much more!CONNECT WITH JAMARRJamaRR's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pancakegawd/JamaRR's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JamaRRRoysterJamaRR's Foodie IG: https://www.instagram.com/thegawdeats/CONNECT WITH MEMy Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

In this episode, I take a moment to reflect on some of the biggest mistakes that I made as a beginner lifter.When we first start working out, the possibilities seem endless. We're doing all of the things to make all the gains. We think have it all figured out, but rarely we do...After 14 years of training and 9 years of coaching, here are my five biggest mistakes that I made as a beginner.CONNECT WITH MEMy Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/

Hi! Welcome to the very FIRST episode of the TF2 podcast. This one is a shortie and is designed to do two things 1) get a podcast episode rep (this is my first time self-publishing a podcast!), and 2) explain what TF2 is and what to expect with this podcast.Topics covered in this episode:What Is That Fit Friend (TF2)?Who Is Jake? Why Is Jake?What Can I Expect With This Podcast?Also, as I get more reps in here, we'll have a formal intro for the TF2 podcast and higher-quality episodes.Like with most things, time and exposure will improve what we're building.CONNECT WITH MEMy Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/