Faith, Fitness, and French Toast

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Today I’m talking with Danny Grigsby, a Marine Corp Sergeant, and the current deadlift world record holder in the 275 class. A man whose determination to succeed is matched only by desire to help the community and serve his country. This is potentially one of the most hands-on episodes yet, as we break down the proper method of hook grip, how to position yourself correctly in the sumo stance, and...

This afternoon I have the privilege of talking with the White Rhino, Stan Efferding, creator of the Vertical Diet, the Kooler, and known around the world as the strongest pro bodybuilder alive. With decades of experiences in the fitness and nutrition industry, as well as a well documented track record of success in coaching and performance, Stan has become a staple nutrition coach for athletes acr...

This evening I’m chatting with Big Business, Marcus Leoni, a top level powerlifter and real estate broker, who’s been a bit of a sleeper cell in the industry, holding a total of over 2,100 pounds while balancing two different real estate companies. You don’t want to miss any of this conversation, as we cover work/training balance, being multi-faceted as an individual and as an athlete, and your be...

Kicking off the second half of season four is Joe Sullivan, world renowned powerlifter and owner of Pinnacle Performance in Columbus Ohio. With a background in medically integrated fitness, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science & Kinesiology, Joe has proven time and time again that he is an invaluable asset to the powerlifting community. You may have seen him in the Animal Cage, or bl...

Tonight I have the pleasure of chatting with Rob Hall, powerlifting legend, and TikTok phenomenon, whose Animal Cage performance of 2,000 pounds in 33 seconds has made his nickname “worldbreakersavage” a household phrase in the powerlifting community. You don’t want to miss any of this mid-season finale as we talk TikTok, strange breakfast choices, and share a lot of laughs over the anomalies in t...

This afternoon I have the privilege of speaking with Jessica Wester, USAPL star powerlifter and one of my longest standing connections from my introduction into the powerlifting industry. Just as avid a gamer and dog lover as she is a monster on the platform, Jessica’s intrinsic approach to training, coaching and relationships led to one of the best episodes yet for the show. Don’t miss a single m...

Tonight I’m sitting down with Garrett Fear, powerlifting phenomenon and owner of Indy City Barbell, whose journey from teenage heroin addict to one of the biggest names in powerlifting has led to a pretty large and loyal following, coupled with his tendency to speak his mind and let you know exactly where you stand with him. Don’t miss a single minute of this episode as we speak into the importanc...

This afternoon I’m chatting with Aaron Patrick, infamous bassist of the metal band All That Remains, and avid powerlifter. You don’t want to miss any of this episode as we branch out from our normal fitness programming and into the world of music, talking all things metal, PB&J’s in tour vans, and naming your kid Apple. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.

This evening I’m sitting down with Brianny Terry, 2x All-time World Record Holder, AnimalPak team member, and one of the fastest growing female names in the powerlifting industry. You don’t want to miss a single minute of this episode as we talk powerlifting and mental health, positive affirmations, and the world famous “dumb bitch juice”. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in. Brianny: @briannyt...

Tonight I have the privilege of chatting with Robb Philippus, the powerlifting squat legend, coach, and little known car fanatic. Have you wondered what it takes to squat 900 pounds raw? Then this is the episode for you. You don’t want to miss a single minute of this episode as we laugh our way through tough guys at meets, double cheeseburgers, and the surprising headroom in a Prius. So sit back,...

Today I have the honor of sitting down with Justin Dubs, renowned powerlifting coach, ex-convict and drug addict turned family man, and guy who at the end of the day is ready to make a positive impact on not only his family, but the next generation of powerlifters. You don’t want to miss a single minute of probably the most inspirational episode yet, as we talk drug rehab, solitary confinement, po...

We’re kicking off season four STRONG this morning with Stacy “Bama” Burr, the best in the world, and a personal friend of mine. World record holder, Head coach of BamaBrickSquad, Host of the Champion Mindset Podcast, and Owner of Hyperion Sports Nutrition, Stacy is determined to continue making a wide-reaching and lasting impact on the fitness community. Never too busy to help someone trying to be...

Today I have the honor of sitting down with Ed Coan, holder of over 70 world records, and widely renowned as the greatest powerlifter of all time. Despite having since retired from competing, Ed continues to remain a pillar of the powerlifting community, passing on the torch and giving back to the sport that has brought him so much joy over his lifetime. You don’t want to miss a single minute of t...

Today I have the privilege of chatting with Andrew Herbert, affectionately known as "Herbie", whose prominence in the fitness industry is surpassed only by his humility . A police officer, a firefighter, and one of the best powerlifters alive, Andrew has left a lasting impact on not only his community, but the fitness industry as a whole. You don't want to miss a single minute of this episode as w...

Today I’m sitting down with Matt “bulldog” Mitchell, a long-time lifter, marine corp veteran, and JB Boss athlete, whose aggression in and out of the gym had led to the creation of not only an elite lifter, but quite a following as well. You won’t want to miss a single minute of this episode as we talk controversy, natty vs unnatty, and all your favorite powerlifting taboo, so sit back, relax, and...

This afternoon I’m talking with Andrew Lawrence, a long-time friend of mine in the fitness industry, and a vocal mental health advocate, particularly as it pertains to life balance and training. A lover of doughnuts and soju, Andrew has remained a consistent mentor in my own training and education, so you won’t want to miss a single minute of this episode as we talk all things fitness and food. So...

This evening I’m sitting down with Charity Witt, a 1st Phorm Athlete, NBC Titan Games champion and head coach of the new coaching platform, NoQuitInWitt. Charity became the first woman in APC history to receive overall best lifter, and has set multiple American and world records in powerlifting since beginning her fitness journey. Her phrase, “I don’t quit when I’m tired, I quit when I’m done” is...

This afternoon I’m sitting down with Trevor Jaffe, renowned strength coach and owner of Jaffe Strength. With a repertoire in strongman, weightlifting and powerlifting, Trevor has coached over 15 all-time world records with multiple athletes, as well as with my old coach Stacy Burr. You aren’t going to want to miss a single minute of this episode with “the deadlift whisperer” as we talk strategy, t...

This afternoon I’m chatting with Ian Daniel, the only crossfit games athlete ever to total 2000lbs across the squat, bench and deadlift. Affectionately referred to as “the rhino”, Ian’s natural ability in the sumo deadlift is a sight to behold, even when it’s for a parlor trick high handle 900lb trap bar deadlift. You aren’t going to want to miss a single moment of this episode as we talk training...

In this season three premiere, I have the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Stefanie Cohen, an Animal Pak and Ghost Strong athlete, holder of 25 all time world records and co-owner of Hybrid Performance Method in Miami, whose remarkable story began with growing up in Venezuela as a member of the national soccer team to becoming the first woman in history to deadlift over 4x her bodyweight. As Coh...

In the season two finale of Faith, Fitness, and French Toast, I sit down with Steve Johnson, an elite level powerlifter, Jailhouse Strong athlete, and host of the forsaken warrior podcast, whose deadlift leg pumps, aggressive training style and 909lb deadlift have all combined to leave a lasting mark on the powerlifting community. You’re not going to want to miss this episode as we talk bar fights...

Today I’m sitting down with Rob Zaila, head coach of Croqueta Strength, whose phrase “stop playing with an empty bar” has been a firm reminder that you’ve never fully arrived. You’re not going to want to miss this episode as we talk croquetas, lifting mentality and more. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in

Tonight I’m chatting with Steve Welch, founder and CEO of Skull Smash Ammonia, the best, hard-hitting smelling salts on the market right now. Every PR I’ve hit in the gym since I started competing has been with the help of Skull Smash. You’re not going to want to miss this high octane episode as we talk inhalants, the powerlifting industry, and more. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.

This morning I sit down with Nick Forte, an elite level powerlifter and personal friend of mine whose "flip the switch" mentality  and intensity on and off the platform has sent shockwaves through the fitness industry. You won't want to miss a single minute of this action packed episode as we talk all things "Forte Fuming".