The Strength Connection

Welcome to the Strength Connection!One of the most anticipated episodes of the show, Frank Parisi joins me to talk faith, abundance, and coming back from the dead to live on purpose.A motivational keynote speaker and networking mogul, Frank brings his expertise to life by giving the blueprint from recovery to fulfillment. Alongside his storytelling of personal hardship as a recovered addict and growing up in the streets of New York City, he continues to offer private, nationwide consulting as a self-made entrepreneur. As a young adult heart transplant survivor, his passion and dedication to helping others achieve their goals has changed thousands of lives within the past 13 years.I wanted to run through a wall from the energy of this conversation.Check out more from Frank at:https://frank-parisi.com/IG: @frankparisi2011

Welcome to the Strength Connection!David Amerland is a writer focused on how human behavior is shaped by modern forces, especially technology, and how that shift impacts our health, culture, and stories. After building a career in marketing and publishing several successful business books, he expanded into the wellness space with Built to Last, a practical guide to health, longevity, and intentional living.Check out more of David's work at:https://davidamerland.com/

Welcome to the Strength Connection!I true renaissance woman is the best way to describe Amy Guerrier.Professional Hula-Hooper, clown, top tier high performance coach, and lives full-time on a boat documenting her experiences on her Youtube Channel AbsoBOATely fabulous, Amy is a wealth of knowledge and insight into the power of play, breath, and mindset.Check out more of Amy at:IG: absoboatelyfabulousYT: https://www.youtube.com/@absoboatlyfabulous

Welcome to the Strength Connection!This was one of the most insightful and interesting conversations about communication I've had on the show.Dr. Sara Erdner is Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CPMC), and PhD in Sports Psychology and Motor behavior, and the Author of Dear Coach: What I wish I could have told you.Dr. Erdner ​​asked athletes one question: What do you wish you could have told your coach but, for whatever reason, never did? Athletes responded to this question via confidential letters, providing a wealth of knowledge for coaches, sport administrators, and all who care for athletes. From heartfelt thank-you letters to painful accusations and everything in between, Dear Coach gives athletes a rare platform in the sports reform debate, beginning a much-needed conversation between athletes and coaches directly.Check out more from Dr. Sara at:https://www.dearcoachbook.com/about

Welcome to the Strength Connection!Howard Falco is a spiritual teacher, mental strength coach, and theauthor of I AM: The Power of Discovering Who You Really Are and Time ina Bottle: Mastering the Experience of Life. Howard teaches next-levelmindfulness to individuals, and college, Olympic, and professionalathletes and coaches in almost every sport including MLB, NFL, PGAand LPGA Tour, NBA, NCAA Football. Over the last twenty years, his insights on the power of the mind haveproduced groundbreaking results in sports and significant positive lifechanges in thousands of people who have come to know his work.Howard dives into his newest book Invincible, overcoming self-limits, and the key traits that separates those that consistently succeed and those that consistently struggle.

Welcome to the Strength Connection!Zara Gemilyan, co-founder of West Valley Detox and Celebrated Consulting, and Mrs. California Globe and Mrs. Armenia Globe joins me on the show.Coming from an addiction driving relationship, her time in pageantry where she began telling her story, and creating a customized facility to help those recovering from addiction, Zara goes into all details in this episode.Check out more from Zara at:https://westvalleydetox.com/about/IG: https://www.instagram.com/zarkana11/?hl=en

Welcome to the Strength Connection!Truly one of the most insightful, passionate and powerful people I've ever met, Carrie Campbell is back on the podcast.A 25+ year coach and clinical counselor, Carrie is one of the premier minds in the mindset performance space, and she has been on a mission in her program Her-dentity over the past year to “leave no woman behind”, and create the biggest impact she ever has before.Every time I speak with Carrie, I feel like I could run through a wall afterwards, and this conversation was no different.Check out more from Carrie at:https://thecarriecampbellexperience.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/thecarriecampbell_experience/

Welcome to the Strength Connection!One of my favorite people comes back on the show to talk strength and Kettlebell complexes.Aleks Salkin has been one of the premier coaches in hardstyle strength for years, and has been a guest on the Strength Connection numerous times.In this new episode, we dive into Aleks' most recent book, The Kick-Ass Insider's Guide to Kettlebell Complexes, as well as talking all matters of strength and conditioning.Check out more from Aleks at:https://alekssalkin.com/9-minute-challenge-old-school-strong-fortify/Grab Aleks' new book at:https://www.amazon.com/Kick-Ass-Insiders-Guide-Kettlebell-Complexes-ebook/dp/B0DTPL6CWR/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1M4SRDCBXJJT9&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.E-n0ReNXRtwsYaMHo_HWd4Qv0w9HjDMUB3k-n1PcoRbGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.Qf_RFq2HaMuhNnxHV1nmuaS515WeMdr6qGNkREta4HY&dib_tag=se&keywords=aleks+salkin&qid=1742246465&sprefix=aleks+salkin%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-1

Welcome to the Strength Connection!Brian Hite, Ph.D., is "The High-Stakes Performance Whisperer," blending over 30 years as a professional stuntman with advanced expertise in performance psychology. With a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology and a Master's in Sport Psychology, Brian helps leaders, athletes, first responders, and creatives see through the illusions of stress and pressure to unlock clarity and achieve extraordinary results.Brian's career includes over 100 film and television credits, a Screen Actors Guild Award for 24, and a decade coaching soldiers as a Master Resilience Trainer for the U.S. Army. Today, he shares his expertise through programs like PressureX, PhaseX, and FACTs; his podcast Flow Under Fire; and keynotes that inspire audiences to rethink their potential.Check out more from Brian at:https://BrianHiteGlobal.com

Welcome to the Strength Connection!This was truly one of the most enjoyable conversations.Jeremy Strawn is a fantastic coach from Ralston Creek Crossfit, and tremendously insightful in connecting physical and mental performance.His breakdown of confident vs. comfortable was one I hadn't heard before, and left me thinking quite a bit.So many great insights of wisdom in this conversation.Check out more from Jeremy at:ralstoncreekcf.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/coach.jeremy.strawn/

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Kimberly Kesting is a Mindset Performance Coach, and co-host of Get Enlifted.Her experience in personal transformation, eliminating self-doubt and storywork is truly inspiring, and she shares all the details of her experience in changing her body and mind, the early days of coaching, to specifically helping women in changing their story to achieve lasting and life-changing results.Check out more from Kim at:IG: https://www.instagram.com/kimberly.kesting/Podcast: https://www.enlifted.me/

Welcome to the Strength Connection!How things evolve throughout life when aiming up in your physical and mental strength was the major focus in this great conversation with Eric Fasciani.Eric is the owner/founder of Crossfit Souhegan, and Level 3 Enlifted Mindset coach, recently celebrating 10 years of operation at CFS.From early struggles and lessons, to his evolution of coaching methods over a decade; some great insights throughout this chat.Check out more from Eric at:IG: https://www.instagram.com/raisethebarmethod/

Welcome to the Strength Connection!Laken Summerville is a mindset performance specialist at Greenlight Personal Training and Rejuvenating Health in Ashburn.From her experience as a top tier Crossfit Athlete and coaching high performers, her insights on changing your internal story, and specific practices to enhance your mental performance is truly powerful.Check out more from Laken at:IG: https://www.instagram.com/coachlaken/https://www.rejuvenatinghealth.net/abouthttps://greenlightpersonaltraining.com/ashburn/

Welcome to the Strength Connection!The work Jason Turner is doing is not just insightful, but incredibly important.Jason is the founder of E-Motion Wellness, a business that is revolutionizing the approach to mental health and addiction recovery.Listening to his story, and his dedication to challenging traditional norms, pioneering new approaches, and guiding clients towards a renewed sense of purpose, fulfillment, and well-being…it is truly remarkable.Check out more from Jason at https://www.emotionwellness.com/And also check out his podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@e-motionwellness210

Welcome to the Strength Connection!Brad Kearns, 58, is a New York Times bestselling author, Guinness World Record holder, #1 USA-ranked Masters age 55-59 track&field high jumper in 2020, and former national champion and #3 world-ranked professional triathlete.He has written twenty books on diet, health, peak performance, and ancestral living, and is a popular speaker, retreat host, and face of the Primal Blueprint online multimedia educational courses.His latest book, Born to Walk, co-written with Mark Sisson is out now, diving deep into the world of peak performance, endurance, and longevity.Check out Brad athttps://bradkearns.com/about/IG: https://www.instagram.com/bradkearns1/?hl=en

Welcome to The Strength Connection!In the 274th episode, I'm joined by Zack Henderson, Coach and Owner of East Nashville Kettlebell.Zack is a StrongFirst Elite Instructor who is hosting the 6th Annual Lift-A-Palooza with Dan John, Ed Coen and Tracey Cooks.A deep dive into strength, connecting physical and mental resilience, the evolution of coaching, and the role of goal setting in helping clients.Check out more from Zack at:Lift-A-Palooza - https://zackhenderson.com/liftapaloozaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/eastnashvillekettlebell/Kettlebell Swing Masterclass - https://zackhenderson.com/swing-masterclass/

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast.One of my favorite people to talk mindset and story with kicks off the New Year with me.Mark England, founder of Enlifted Mindset Coaching joins me on the show again, talking about personal growth, soft-language, tools to create a powerful story, and the healing spiral.One of the most fun, and interesting conversations I've had on the show.Check out Mark on IG https://www.instagram.com/enliftedcoaches/?hl=enOr at https://www.enlifted.me/

Welcome to the Strength Connection!Another incredible year comes to a close, and in this episode, I dove into some of the biggest lessons, insights, and stories from the incredible guests in 2024.To Join "The Strength Connection" mailing list, and get 5 Minute Mindset, click the link below:https://www.mystrengthconnection.com/signup

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!What an absolute blast and wealth of knowledge this man is.Dr. Richard Ulm is the founder of Athlete Enhancement and treating physician at the Columbus Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center, as well as a Strength and Conditioning coach and SFG level II instructor.His work with DNS training, and combining the strength and medical components of movement is truly valuable, and in this episode, he dives into his work in both, as well as his journey to achieving Sinister, then going above and beyond to achieve “Super Sinister.”To see more from Dr. Ulm, check out https://www.athlete-enhancement.com/

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 270th episode, I'm joined by Devan Gonzalez, owner and founder of Strive 11 Fitness, and host of the Mindset Cafe podcast.His journey took off as he transitioned to personal training, eventually launching his own 6-Figure personal training business serving a wide variety of clients from athletes to gym newcomers—a rare achievement WITHOUT an online model so common today.By the time he reached 28, Devan took the leap to become a gym owner, realizing his vision of building a fitness community that emphasizes personal growth as much as physical results. But he didn't stop there!Driven to make a greater impact, Devan co-founded and scaled Strive 11 Fitness into a franchise model, becoming CEO of Strive 11 International, Inc. at just 31 years old.His approach to fitness and entrepreneurship is uniquely grounded in mindset mastery and resilience, which he shares with his growing community of franchisees.Check out more from Devan at: https://www.strive11fitness.com/franchise

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Anytime I get to chat with this man, I feel like I could run through a wall!Todd Durkin comes back on the show to talk about True Strength, a memoir released this year about the past few years, and how some of the most painful, and challenging times taught him the greatest lessons.One of the world's most inspiring, and powerful speakers and coaches in strength, fitness, and mindset, you can't help but feel empowered after listening to this conversation.You can grab a copy of True Strength at the link below.https://a.co/d/bUA0hcN

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Founder of Quantum Performance, mental performance coach Kate Allgood joins the show to talk confidence, resilience, and self talk for elite athletic performance.A recognized leader in the field of mental performance, she holds two master's degrees in psychology and is a highly sought after coach. Her first book, "Get Into the Zone", became an Amazon bestseller on the subject.Check out more from Kate at:https://www.qpathlete.com

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Missy Bunch has been a sparkplug in the game of movement and neuro-training for over 14 years.The Founder of Movement IQ, she is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to pain management, rehabilitation, and neuro training for health and wellness.I was so pumped to connect with her, after seeing her work with Death of the Desk, and other movement quality programs, and in this episode, she shares the neuro hierarchy, the benefits of neuro training, and how she found herself in the space of movement coaching.Follow Missy on IG at missybunch15 or on FB at Missy Bunch.

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Strength truly has a greater purpose, and Annie Vo's story and experience is living proof of that.A veteran strength coach, RKC senior instructor, and Level III Gym Jones instructor, I was so pumped to have Annie join me on the show to talk strength.In this episode, Annie tells her incredibly powerful story of how she found strength training, the impact that it had on helping her heal from seriously challenging experiences, and how strength can carry over into everyday life, sometimes in the most challenging of situations.Check out more from Annie at annievo.comIG: vofactor

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In this episode, Chase Tolleson joins me again to dive into health, wealth, entrepreneurship, and the future of coaching.Chase is one of my absolute favorite people to follow, from his content and his newsletter, with a sincere authentic message about creating Impact as a coach.In this conversation, I collected some of my favorite quotes, frameworks, and insights I learned from Chase over the last 6 months, and took a deep dive into as many as we could get through.To check out more from Chase:IG: coach_chase-tollesonhttps://chasetolleson.com/

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In this episode, Kathy Mauck joins me to dive deep into the evolution of Applied Neurology in the fitness, health, and business industries, and her mission to “normalize neuro.”Kathy has spent the last 15 years as a successful entrepreneur in the health, wellness, and fitness industry. After years of sharing her passion for professionals and clients to recognize and utilize the power of the human brain's neuroplasticity for training and pain relief, she is not rocking the world of business consulting and High Performance Coaching with her expert angle on neuroscience and human performance.To check out more from Kathy, and the Next Level Neuro Mentorship programs, check out:nextlevelneuro.com and https://www.kathymauck.com/

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 263rd episode, I connect with Rob Tracz, founder of Prime Performance Coaching.Rob has a unique system of blending physical, mental, and emotional strategies that foster resilience, clarity, and peak performance. With a focus on creating awareness and avoiding burnout, Rob's methods empower entrepreneurs to elevate their lives and businesses simultaneously.Resilience, intentional consumption, and the power of communication and networking…all in this great conversation.Check out more from Rob at:https://survivingthesidehustle.com/freecall

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!One of my favorite guests ever to dive deep into training and protocols is back on the show with me in this episode.Craig Marker is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to health, from both the physical and the psychological side.We've had some incredible conversations over the years, and in this episode, Craig talks in detail about longevity and the keys to training for both lifespan and healthspan.VO2 Max, explosive strength, Misogi challenges, overcoming anxiety…all in this episode.

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In this episode, Matt Bush, Founder of Next Level Neuro is back on the podcast.Matt joined me before to talk about his work with NLN, and helping coaches and trainers understand and use Neuroscience as a tool for optimizing strength, conditioning, and health.He recently hosted a seminar on “The Neurology of Good Sleep and Brain Activation”, and after watching it, I had to have him come on the show to dive into quality sleep.In this episode, Matt talks about “Why” we need sleep, what is happening to the Brain when we sleep, and specific strategies and routines you can implement to maximize your sleep quality.To Check out more of Matt and Next Level Neuro, click on this link for a FREE sneak peak seminar into the NLN mentorship program here: https://www.nextlevelneuro.com/a/2147972052/jr5HdkT8

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 260th episode, Mary Beth Schrudder joins me to talk about recovery, mindset, and overcoming addiction in life and personal growth.After decades spent in the corporate world, juggling being a single mom while secretly battling addictions to alcohol, food, and toxic relationships, today's guest is now an expert in Spiritual Recovery, and she is passionate about empowering others to live their best life. She is a Spiritual and Transformational Life Coach and founder of Day One Life Coaching. To check out more from Mary Beth, check out:Addiction Recovery with the Law of Attraction:https://www.dayonelifecoaching.com/shopHere's my LinkTree with all of my platforms:https://linktr.ee/DayOneLifeCoaching

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!There've been a couple great insights and lessons I've learned in recent episodes from guests on the show, and in this solo episode, I broke down these lessons, why I found them important, and how to implement them and use them in pursuit of strength.Stress Resilence over Stress ReductionThe Winter Phase

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!I've been a fan of Eric Bach's work and the consistent, authentic message that he puts out on strength and conditioning, so I was really excited to share some time with him on the show.Eric's a 15+ year veteran coach, working with professional athletes in the NFL, NBA, and NHL, along with his client base at Bach Performance.In this episode, Eric shares some great insights in beginner fitness, consistency, mindset, nutrition, and life transitions.To check out more from Eric, go to bachperformance.com, or check out his IG at @backperformance 

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In this episode, I am joined by Ben Olliver, Head Performance Instructor at SupraHuman Coaching.Ben is one of the most knowledgeable coaches in the online training and nutrition industry, working with 100's of individuals in physical transformation and lifestyle.In this conversation, Ben drops some great insights on the foundations of nutrition, how mindset plays a role in transformation, and the importance of metabolic recovery.To check out more from Ben, go to https://suprahuman.com

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Matt O'Neill is a happiness expert. What a crazy job and passion, but after studying and researching the work and success he has created in the world of happiness, I knew I had to have a talk with him.Matt teaches that happiness is a choice, even when life gets tough. His work has positively impacted the lives of over 100,000 people worldwide. As a recognized leader in happiness education, Matt teaches audiences how to live a life of 'Conscious Happiness'. His work includes the "Good Mood Revolution" book and podcast where he explains the importance of conquering negative thought patterns while embracing habits that lead to a happier life. 

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!On the 255th episode, my good friend Osvaldo Aponte is back on the show for the 3rd time.Owner of IronCore Way, and StrongFirst Team Leader, Os is one of the strongest and most intelligent coaches in movement I've ever met, combining his experience in training, martial arts and dance.In this episode, Os talks about how he spent 3 years doing the same program, and continuing to make progress in his strength the entire time. This is an amazing conversation about the power of consistency, focus, and daily effort as the catalyst for success.

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Vince Gabriele is a 20+ year veteran coach, gym owner, global keynote speaker, and best selling author in the fitness industry.Vince is one of the most knowledgeable minds in both the coaching and business side of fitness, teaching the key components to being a successful coach and making a huge impact in fitness.In this episode, we dive into his first days of interning at a nationally recognized gym, the ups and downs of starting a new business, why small group training is so powerful, and the keys to sustaining long term growth and success.To get a FREE copy of Vince's new book, go to…https://smallgrouppersonaltraining.com/

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Jaime Filer is one of the most energetic and passionate coaches I've spoken to.She came on not too long ago on the podcast, speaking about the Inner Outer Strength System, and her experience in fitness and coaching, and it made a huge impact on me.Towards the end of our chat, she mentioned her recent experience in microdosing and plant medicine, and how it was a major positive change for her.I wanted to get her back on to dive deeper into this more widely recognized approach to health, what benefits she found from it, and how it has positively made an impact in her life.Check Jaime out more on IG at jaim91.

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast.Shana Meyerson is an internationally renowned Yoga teacher and practitioner, and the founder of YOGAthletica.In 2002, Shana was one of the few instructors outside of India teaching yoga to children.  A trailblazer in the field that was once considered ridiculous and is now ubiquitous. Today, Shana is the only instructor on earth who is globally recognized as a leader in both the adult and children's yoga spaces. Shana joins me in this episode to talk Yoga, keys to teaching children movement, and taking a big leap from what you thought you should do, to what you know you were meant to do.Check her out at Yogathletica.comFor her free handstand course, click the link below…Click Here

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 251st episode, my friend and brother Tyler Wall comes back on the show.Tyler is one of the most insightful, knowledgeable, and caring coaches I've ever met.He's made one of the biggest impacts on my life in the time we've known each other, and everytime we get a chance to dive deep into conversation, I come out feeling like I can run through a wall.From moving to Colombia, the power of morning routine, what practicing gratitude actually does for your life, and his work now in SupraHuman, Tyler drops some major golden nuggets of wisdom here.Follow him on IG at tylerjameswall.

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!250 episodes! It has been an incredible opportunity to connect with hundreds of amazing guests over the past years, with countless lessons and insights shared that have impacted my life.In this episode, I wanted to share 5 of the most impactful lessons I've learned from guests on speaking, fitness, growth, love, and becoming the best version of myself.Thank you to all who have joined me on this journey!

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Dr. Michael Hartle joins me again on the show in the 249th episode.Being a Master SFG instructor, Chiropractic physician and former nationally ranked powerlifter, there are few people I enjoy talking about strength with more than Doc.Doc's combined experience of clinical application and strength training has given him one of the best perspectives and philosophies of proper physical training I've known, and he put all his knowledge and expertise into his new book Kettlebell Strength Training Anatomy.Deep diving into his book, along with many insights and experiences, this was an absolute pleasure of a conversation.You can grab a copy of Kettlebell Strength Training Anatomy by going to:https://us.humankinetics.com/products/kettlebell-strength-training-anatomy

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast.On the 248th episode, I am joined by Roger Parks, Kettlebell coach and founder of Iron Revival.Roger is a coach who dives deep, not resting on the surface level of information, and wanting to know how things work from the inside out, and he's done that most recently in his new book Kettlebell Ballistics.From how he got into Kettlebell training after 20 years of coaching, to why it is so important for coaches to understand the science behind movement, this was a beautiful conversation of diving into the deep end of a very specific area of training.Check out more from Roger at theironrevival.com, and Instagram at @theironrevival  

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Carrie Campbell is truly one of my favorite people on the planet.Her energy, insight, and experience in the world of mindset and performance has taught me so much over the last few years, and she is back on the show, because she is on a serious mission.Carrie's impact and influence over her life as changed countless lives, and now, she has created the Unstoppable Womens Project and Her-dentity, a system that “literally is for every woman alive.”In this episode, I catch up with Carrie and find out about her revelation about her mission, why she is so inspired to do this, and what the future looks like for these incredible programs.Check out Carrie on IG and FB - Carrie CampbellAnd see Carrie on Tour at bandc.life

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Joe Stauffacher is one of the most interesting people I've ever met, and he joins me after a long time coming in the 246th episode.Joe's commitment to studying optimal health in mindset, gut health, and neuro training is next level, and in this episode, he shares his personal journey into what got him interested in these worlds, and what to do to optimize your health.Check him out on FB:Joe Stauffacher

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 245th episode, I am joined by Dr. Kathy Dooley, rehabilitative Chiropractor, Co-Founder of Immaculate Dissection, lead instructor for NeuroKinetic Therapy, and Gross Anatomy Instructor at multiple higher learning universities.Dr. Dooley's wisdom into anatomy and physiology, and connecting rehabilitation and strength training is second to none, and I was so excited to dive into her journey, insights and experiences.From the differences between traditional and rehabilitative chiropractors, how the kettlebell is a great rehab tool, and best ways of assessing movement, this conversation was filled with incredible information.Check out more from Dr. Kathy at:immaculatedissection.comFB: Kathy DooleyIG: immaculatedissection

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 244th episode, the boys from the Full Fueled Podcast, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi joined me on the show.Matt and Alfred have a great dynamic with their show, as well as their training in Tampa, FL, where they work with individuals on optimizing their lives with 6 pillars.These guys have such incredible energy, and their stories and insights are fantastic in strength, nutrition, and spirit.Check them out on IG at…Matt Tack- human.optimizerDr. Alessi- fullfueled_doc

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 243rd episode, Jim Laird, 25 year strength and conditioning legend joins me on the show.Jim Laird has been in the game since 1997, empowering clients from diverse backgrounds to achieve their goals. From everyday individuals to professional athletes in the NFL, CFL, LPGA, and MLB, Jim helps clients unlock their potential. He's renowned for delivering exceptional outcomes efficiently, focusing on optimal health along with strength. With his motto "Training Smarter, Not Harder," Jim's approach has earned praise from experts.Partnering with Dr. Leland Stillman at Stillman Wellness, he brings a unique coaching style that combines fitness, nature, and outdoor activities for overall well-being. 

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In this episode, I am joined by Yuri Elkaim, CEO of Healthpreneur and NY Times bestselling author who's helped over 500,000 people better their health from his business, books, and personal story.Yuri's life completely changed at 17 years old when he began losing all of his hair, and suffered immense fatigue that no doctor could figure out, till eventually finding his solution through health and nutritional practices.His story of self-exploration and how he turned his own success into a model to help thousands afterward is truly inspiring, and we dove into all the details in this episode.Check out more from Yuri at:IG= Healthprenuerhealthpreneurgroup.com

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!I've had some amazing conversations over the past few weeks, and in this episode I share my biggest takeaways on fitness, nutrition, movement, and technology from Aram Grigorian, Gray Cook, and Jason Moore.As well, one question has sparked a big breakthrough for me on how to fuel everyday with the energy and enthusiasm to do the simple, consistent things that produce the greatest results.

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!On the 240th episode, Jason Moore, founder of Spren Technology joins me on the show.From an early adopter of Heart Rate Variability (HRV) in his coaching career to the creation of Spren, his work shows his dedication to making high-quality information about the body more accessible to more people. Through Spren, Jason is not just introducing new technology; he's on a mission to help consumers understand their health data and make meaningful connections to things that actually matter in the real world when it comes to our health.Check out more on Jason and Spren at Spren.comLinkedIn: thehumanjasonInstagram: @SprenAppYouTube: @SprenAppTikTok: @SprenApp

Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!This was another incredibly special episode. Gray Cook is the founder of the Functional Movement Systems, and one of the greatest minds in the world of strength, conditioning and rehabilitation.Gray has been a pioneer of connecting the clinical and fitness worlds together with the FMS systems, and personally, is one of the main reasons I became a coach.This conversation went in so many incredible directions, from the initial mission of the FMS assessment, to the business of movement, all the way to the evolutions of training over the years.If you haven't heard Gray speak before, sit back and enjoy. He is an absolute blast with an indescribable wealth of knowledge.Check out more from Gray and FMS at:Functionalmovement.com