The PWR Podcast

Relli talks with Rah, PWR's Director of Programming, about the recent shifts made to our group interval workouts. They discuss : Why this change was made What movement patterns are worked, and which days each are targeted What a KPI is and how it's helpful for your training How to tailor your schedule to maximize progress toward your goals Whether you're a current member, looking to be...

This episode kicks off in our NEW home at Slip12, located at 25 Erie Blvd Albany, NY! Britt & Relli discuss PWR's transition and process of moving our entire location in just 4 short months  AND remained nearly fully operational during the entire process. From lease signing, to organizing and executing the move itself, listen in as they reveal the behind the scenes info that made this all...

Relli & Rah discuss the process for welcoming new members to PWR! The changes we've made have benefitted all involved parties, and set our members up for success from day 1. Our process creates confidence and competence for every single person looking to make a change, whether they're just starting their fitness journey or are an exercise 'vet.' Whether you're a local 518 l...

PWR is excited to welcome John Tubbs, owner of Albany Massage Professionals, onto our podcast! Him and PWR owner Brittany Burnham discuss John's journey from star athlete to massage therapist, and how he's learned to help himself and others through each obstacle life has thrown his way. They also talk about recovery, wellness, and movement, and bridging the gap between healthcare and fitne...

What does PWR mean to you? For Coach Jen, PWR means growth, flourishing, and taking back her PWR! In this episode of The PWR Podcast, Britt talks with Jen about how she came to PWR, her struggles with alcohol abuse, and how breakthroughs in both aspects transformed her life. Now a Coach, she strives to act as a means of support to those of our members who are ditching the booze, or who are sober-c...

Our PWReset winner, Tracy, shares her story of overcoming obstacles and how PWR has transformed her life! She shares with Britt: - Battling and surviving breast cancer - Juggling parenthood - Her holistic transformation at PWR Follow us! IG: @pwr_518 | Facebook: /pwr518 www.pwr518.com

Britt is answering questions in response to Episode 55. Her direct email is: britt@pwr518.com if you'd like to reach out to her. Follow us! @pwr_518 | @brittany.burnham www.pwr518.com

If you've ever tried a group fitness class, chances are you were able to jump right in via some sort of introductory offer. Depending on your experience, you may have left your first class feeling empowered or defeated. At PWR, we used to follow this approach, but realized that our members needed MORE . More guidance, more knowledge, more individualized attention. As a result, we've implemented a...

PWR is on the move!! We are extremely excited to announce that in late summer, we will be relocating our facility to Downtown Albany. In this episode, Britt and Relli recap the last 18 months of preparation leading up to now. If you are a current member at PWR, or interested in possibly joining PWR now or in the near future, we highly recommend listening to this episode, as there is a wealth of in...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Through its mission and core values, PWR is committed to ending the stigma around mental health. On this episode, Coach Rah, which is a licensed mental health counselor, is joined by Coach Jen as well as one of our members, Bri Pagan. They discuss how mental health discussions have become more openly accepted in light of the pandemic effects, some eye-opening...

Britt & Relli recently attended the Boutique Fitness Summit in New York City, where making connections and absorbing as much information as possible was paramount. During this episode, they discuss their individual experiences and takeaways from the Summit, as well as how the current and future state of PWR reflects industry trends. If you're interested in hearing about how PWR compares to some of...

Pain-free training is the ultimate goal of every single person who walks through the door of any gym, PWR or otherwise. If someone experiences pain, ideally that person looks to their coaches FIRST for help to eliminate that pain point. Too often, many people will experience pain in an area, seek medical attention, are told to stop training, and never get better. PWR wants to change this narrative...

Element #7: The Leaders Britt & Relli wrap up the Primal Branding mini-series by talking about LEADERS. This series is inspired by Patrick Hanlon's book "Primal Branding," which was recommended by one of our business mentors, Stu Brauer of WTF Gym Talk (IG: @wtfgymtalk) Follow us! IG: @pwr_518 | @brittany.burnham | @nfcardarelli Facebook: www.facebook.com/pwr518 www.pwr518.com

Element #6: The Nonbelievers In this mini-series, Britt & Relli will be breaking down the 7 elements that successful companies with a strong brand identity have in common. This series is inspired by Patrick Hanlon's book "Primal Branding," which was recommended by one of our business mentors, Stu Brauer of WTF Gym Talk (IG: @wtfgymtalk) Follow us! IG: @pwr_518 | @brittany.burnham...

Element #5: Sacred Words In this mini-series, Britt & Relli will be breaking down the 7 elements that successful companies with a strong brand identity have in common. This series is inspired by Patrick Hanlon's book "Primal Branding," which was recommended by one of our business mentors, Stu Brauer of WTF Gym Talk (IG: @wtfgymtalk) Follow us! IG: @pwr_518 | @brittany.burnham | @...

How can you use patience to WIN in life? What does it truly mean to be patient? On this week's episode, Britt and Relli discuss the PWR of PATIENCE and why it's important when evaluating any goal you set for yourself. In a world of instant gratification, harnessing your situational patience helps alleviate stress, which directly impacts your overall health. They also define patience through a macr...

Element #4: Creed In this mini-series, Britt & the PWR team will be breaking down the 7 elements that successful companies with a strong brand identity have in common. This series is inspired by Patrick Hanlon's book "Primal Branding," which was recommended by one of our business mentors, Stu Brauer of WTF Gym Talk (IG: @wtfgymtalk) Follow us! IG: @pwr_518 | @brittany.burnham | @...

What exactly does it mean to turn pro? What have the PWR leadership team and coaches been focusing on since the new year? Britt and Rah discuss their new partnership with Active Life and the future of PWR. They discuss who Active Life is, what they do, and how their business began, as well as the overarching question: Why did PWR invest our time, money and energy with Active Life? What has our exp...

Element #3: The Rituals In this mini-series, Britt & the PWR team will be breaking down the 7 elements that successful companies with a strong brand identity have in common. This series is inspired by Patrick Hanlon's book "Primal Branding," which was recommended by one of our business mentors, Stu Brauer of WTF Gym Talk (IG: @wtfgymtalk) Follow us! IG: @pwr_518 | @brittany.burnh...

We're back with a new edition of "Overrated or Underrated?" for 2022! Britt, Relli, Rah, Kayla, and Jen discuss a varied list, including: Running for fat loss, going to college, newbie gains, taking vacations, doing crunches, and more!  Follow us: IG: @pwr_518  |  FB: www.facebook.com/pwr518 www.pwr518.com

National Eating Disorder Awareness Week (Feb 21st-27th) is an annual campaign to educate the public about the realities of eating disorders and to provide hope, support, and visibility to individuals and families affected by eating disorders.  Rah talks with two of our coaches, Kayla and Leia, about their personal battles, success stories, and how others can seek help and start on a path to recove...

With February being the unofficial month of LOVE, we’re celebrating #SelfLove at PWR all month long! Relli, Rah, Kayla, and Jen dive into 13 ways to achieve self love, from internal reflection to external influences. Often easier said than done, this episode helps identify, relate, and apply these steps to real life situations. We all deserve to love ourselves inside AND out, every single day, thr...

Relli & Kayla are joined by Madison Mackey, a member at PWR and co-founder of the Warren & Denyse Mackey Foundation. Madison chats with us about the Foundation's mission, beneficiaries, and events. PWR is proud to host 3 benefit classes for the WD Mackey Foundation on Saturday, Feb. 19th at 7am, 8:15am, and 9:30am! Your $20 drop in class will be fully donated to the Foundation to fund the...

Element #2: Icons In this mini-series, Britt & the PWR team will be breaking down the 7 elements that successful companies with a strong brand identity have in common. This series is inspired by Patrick Hanlon’s book “Primal Branding,” which was recommended by one of our business mentors, Stu Brauer. Follow us! IG: @pwr_518 | Facebook: www.facebook.com/pwr518 www.pwr518.com

Element #1: Creation Story In this mini-series, Britt & the PWR team will be breaking down the 7 elements that successful companies with a strong brand identity have in common. This series is inspired by Patrick Hanlon's book "Primal Branding," which was recommended by one of our business mentors, Stu Brauer.  Follow us! IG: @pwr_518 | Facebook: www.facebook.com/pwr518 www.pwr518...