Fitness Candor Podcast

In this episode of Fitness Candor Podcast we welcome Marc Hudson, a former staff sergeant in the Air National Guard and current airline pilot, who is also entering the online strength coaching space. With unique insights into balancing a demanding flight schedule and a commitment to fitness, Marc shares his transformative journey from a pre-diabetic pilot to his first powerlifting meet and how he'...

In this episode of Fitness Candor Podcast, we dive into the world of creatine with our guest, Scott Forbes. Scott is an associate professor in the Department of Physical Education Studies at Brandon University and an adjunct professor at the University of Regina, Canada. His extensive research on nutrition, exercise interventions, and creatine supplementation has made him an authority on the topic...

In this episode of the Fitness Candor Podcast, we welcome my long-time friend and online client, Chris Ban, to discuss his online fitness coaching experience. Chris has been training with me since August 2021. We dive into the challenges and benefits of online coaching and how it fits into a busy work and family schedule. Chris recounts his athletic background, the importance of fitness in his lif...

In this episode Dr. Michael Mash, the founder of Barbell Rehab, shares his journey from a high school baseball player to a leading expert in integrating strength training with rehabilitation. We discuss the challenges of managing pain and injuries in fitness, with a focus on the importance of maintaining movement and making small adjustments rather than complete overhauls to training programs. Mic...

Barbell Logic's own Andrew Jackson shares his story about he went from being a Pac 10 first team all conference rower at Oregon State, earning a bachelors degree in computer engineering and master in engineering management, serving in the US Navy, then working in the aerospace and electronics industry for a decade to being a strength coach.  We discuss what tools are needed to be an online coach a...

Ryan Huber discusses his fitness business journey and then we dive into trying to bridge the gap between strength training and physical therapy.  https://www.instagram.com/huberhealthandperformance/   All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl  

Jonathon Sullivan (Coach Sully) is co-author of  The Barbell Prescription and is the owner of Grey Steel Strength and Conditioning in Farmington, Michigan. His focus is on the use of strength training in middle-aged and elderly populations as a way to improve function and fight the diseases of aging. We discuss his transition into strength coaching and how the fitness industry can relay a prescrip...

Robb Wolf is a former research biochemist and 2X New York Times/Wall Street Journal Best-selling author of The Paleo Solution and Wired To Eat , and co-founder of LMNT an electrolyte supplement. Robb joins the podcast to discuss why sodium has been demonized and why we need adequate amounts based on our activity level. https://robbwolf.com https://join.thehealthyrebellion.com The Healthy Rebellion...

Nick Delgadillo runs operations for The Aasgaard Company and is Head of Corporate Development for Starting Strength Gyms.  He joins FCP to discuss the the difference between training with barbells, dumbbells and machines. Have we finally put the debate to rest?  https://startingstrength.com/author/nick-delgadillo Instagram All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Please visit http://bit.ly/...

Grant Broggi is a Marine Officer, Starting Strength Coach and owner of The Strength Co. in Orange County, CA. Grant and I discuss the current fitness standards for different military branches and how soldiers can improve their outcomes by using basic barbell exercises.  Instagram Twitter https://www.thestrength.co Army Combat Fitness Test All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Please visi...

Mike Reed simply needed lighter plates to continue his strength training linear progression. He quickly learned how the market needed a quality, American made product as well. So, thankfully, he left his corporate job to start Micro Gainz. We discuss the ups and downs of building a business and a couple of things Micro Gainz has in the works.  https://www.microgainz.com Contact https://www.instagr...

CJ Gotcher joins the podcast to discuss some ideas about how we can improve as coaches and how to differentiate a good coach from a bad coach.  cgotcher@barbell-logic.com https://www.facebook.com/christian.gotcher https://www.instagram.com/cjgotcher/ All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast , click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at...

Marie Kunkel Worsham shares her journey into strength training and how she became the Head Coach of Starting Strength Cincinnati (opening Summer 2021).  @marie_barbell Starting Strength Podcast - Careers in the Fitness Industry All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast , click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rat...

Juliette Gonzalez is a Registered Dietitian and barbell coach at The Strength Co. in Orange County, CA. Her article "What Women Should Know about Barbell Training" inspired this podcast. She shares why she started barbell training and what she wants other women to know about the process.  htt ps://www.thestrength.co/what-women-should-know-barbell-training/ https://www.thestrength.co https://weight...

Matt Reynolds is the founder and CEO of Barbell Logic which one of the largest online strength coaching companies. He joins the podcast to discuss the benefits and importance of "voluntary hardship".   https://barbell-logic.com Barbell Logic Instagram Matt Reynolds Instagram   Are you looking to send more customized workouts to your clients? Try TrueCoach by using this link and earn you $50 in acc...

Robert Santana is a Registered Dietitian, Starting Strength Coach, and Owner/Founder of Weights & Plates Strength and Nutrition Center in Phoenix, AZ. We discuss The Nutrition Linear Progression and how it can help you or your clients get the most out of training.  robert@weightsandplates.com https://weightsandplates.com Instagram   Mentioned articles:  https://weightsandplates.com/health/prot...

**I apologize in advance for the choppy audio on my end. I swear to never recored with AirPods again.  Luke Schroeder discusses his strength journey and how a passion to help other people led him to opening Starting Strength Cincinnati.  https://cincinnati.startingstrengthgyms.com lschroeder@startingstrengthgyms.com Are you looking to send more customized workouts to your clients? Try TrueCoach by...

Blake Wilson and Katie Roche are the owners of Dominion Strength Training. They manufacture high quality weightlifting belts right here in the USA. We discuss how they got started in the business, considerations for choosing a weightlifting belt, and why training makes us better at handling other aspects of life.  Head over to www.dominionstrengthtraining.com  for an American made belt.   Please v...

Just a quick message to say thank you and to look ahead at what's next for Fitness Candor.  Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast , click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!

My long time friend, college roommate and former training partner Jason Warner jumps on FCP to discuss his journey to college athletics and how he make it a priority to stay strong and healthy for his family many years later.  Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast , click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both...

My good friend and long time client Mike Lutz joins FCP to share his experience training in-person and moving to online. Great episode for trainees considering moving to online and for coaches considering to take their business mobile.  Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast , click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpfu...

Logan Herlihy joins FCP to share Discover Strength's reopening protocols. We discuss the differences between reopening membership gyms and private studios as well as what we think might change how we do business long term.  Contact:  logan@how2lookgoodnaked.com Our first episode http://podcast.ericfeigl.com/e/episode-157-logan-hurlihey-how-2-look-good-naked-and-other-benefits-of-strength-training/...

Luke Carlson is the founder and CEO of Discover Strength personal training studios jumps on Fitness Candor Podcast to discuss which population is in most need of strength training, why people think athletes need "special" training techniques, and a few other things. https://www.discoverstrength.com https://www.resistanceexerciseconference.com   Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast , cli...

Just a quick one to share my favorite and most used fitness and health apps. If you're like me and enjoy tracking different areas of your fitness and health then this episode is for you. These apps I use either daily, weekly, and occasionally hourly. Don't get me wrong, I don't think it's necessary (or healthy) to track like crazy then take those results as gospel. Instead treat the results as a m...

Returning guest Peter Collins, co-owner of HITWorks in Sunderland, England, hops on FCP to...well...vent and let me vent. We discuss what makes our training styles better for the long term and the changes we hope to see in the fitness industry.  Original episode:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fitness-candor-podcast/id1003857498?i=1000394783329 https://www.facebook.com/groups/8175464182734...