Fiercely Fueled

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled Podcast, Coach Pia welcomes Steffie Dawn Murray, a strong woman competitor from the northeast of Scotland. Steffie shares her inspiring journey from being a shy and bullied child to becoming a champion in strong woman competitions. She discusses her struggles with bullying, depression, and an eating disorder, and how she eventually found solace in strength tr...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled Podcast, the Coach Pia welcomes Sarah Buckley, an experienced powerlifter, lifting coach, and mobility coach. Listen in as Sarah discusses the limitations of traditional strength training and the necessity of training mobility to prevent performance plateaus and injuries. She also shares insights into the roles of connective tissue and spinal segmentation in...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled Podcast, Coach Jacqui and Coach Hinrik discuss the impact of stress, poor sleep, and day-to-day life on powerlifting and nutrition goals. Listen in as they explore the interplay between stress, sleep, and nutrition, and emphasize the importance of looking at the big picture for long-term success. This conversation also sheds light on how to balance life stres...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled Podcast, Coach Pia welcomes nutritionist & coach, Rana Saab, to discuss managing the inner voice and the inner critic while nurturing self-compassion. Raina shares her personal journey from growing up in a patriarchal culture focused on appearance to discovering the importance of self-love and redefining wellness. She explains the significance of accepting on...

In this insightful episode of The Fiercely Fueled Podcast, the Coach Pia welcomes Clarice Thighe from Odyssey Strength, Dublin, a competitive lifter and innovative powerlifting coach specializing in mental coaching. Clarice discusses her journey into mental coaching, her approach to incorporating mindset training with physical training, and the importance of athletes' mental health. The conversati...

In this episode of The Fiercely Fueled Podcast, Coach Pia discusses the business's evolution and rebrand with Ricardo da Fonseca, owner and creative director of Enuff Agency. Listen as hey dive into the process of rebranding Fiercely Fueled to better reflect its mission and target audience. Pia and Ricardo draw parallels between the branding process and fitness coaching, emphasizing authenticity a...

In this episode of The Fiercely Fueled Podcasy, Lara Bogey Finnbogadottir shares her inspiring journey from casually entering a gym in 2010 to becoming a central figure in the Icelandic powerlifting community. She discusses her early days discovering her strength, her setbacks due to lack of proper coaching, and her eventual transition into coaching and influencing the sport in Iceland.      Conne...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fuled Podcast, Coach Pia and Coach Joni explore the art of setting and achieving goals. Listen in as they discuss the pitfalls of making large and often unattainable goals, the importance of breaking down big ambitions into manageable steps, and the psychology behind behavior change. The conversation also touches on the importance of sustainability and accountabilit...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled podcast, Jacqui Broesky welcomes Kristin Johnson and Maria Claps, the authors of 'The Great Menopause Myth.' The discussion explores common misconceptions about menopause. Kristin and Maria share their personal experiences and professional insights, highlighting the broader implications of menopause beyond merely the loss of fertility and menstrual cycles. Th...

In this episode of The Fiercely Fueled Podcast, we welcome Carole O'neil, a seasoned powerlifter and managing partner of a global engineering firm. Carole shares her journey from accidentally discovering powerlifting about eight years ago to excelling in international competitions, including winning gold in the bench at the IPF Commonwealth Championships in South Africa. She discusses the strategi...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled Podcast, Kenny Allen from Reactive Training Systems shares his journey from studying physical therapy to becoming a full-time powerlifting coach. He discusses the importance of individualized coaching, how his background in physical therapy informs his training methods, and his experiences with game day coaching. Kenny also offers valuable insights into the n...

In this episode, Ross Leppala, the IPF Masters World Champion in the 83kg class, shares his journey from engineering in Alaska to becoming a world-class powerlifter and coach. Ross discusses the importance of intentionality, the mental aspects of training, and the role of meditation and visualization in achieving success. He also opens up about his struggles with mental health and how overcoming t...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled podcast, coaches Pia and Joni take a deep dive into the importance of proper fueling for people engaged in strength training and other endurance activities such as hiking, cycling, and mountaineering. They discuss the alarming statistic that almost 60% of women in sports are under-fueled and the implications this has on performance and recovery. They also pro...

Part 2 of Fiercely Fueled's Coaching Men series picks up where Part 1 left off and explores the critical aspects of men's nutrition and stress management. The discussion offers practical tips on creating balanced meals using basic ingredients like protein pancakes, chicken, and frozen vegetables, and highlights the benefits of such skills in saving money and improving health. Additionally, the epi...

In Part 1 of Fiercely Fueled Podcast's Coaching Men series, Coach Pia and Coach Hinrik explore the intricacies of nutrition coaching for men and the distinct challenges they face compared to women. The conversation underscores the vital role of a balanced diet, emphasizing the long-term benefits for training, recovery, and overall well-being. Hinrik shares his journey from client to coach, illustr...

This episode of the Fiercely Field Podcast introduces Jackie Broski, a new coach with a diverse background in strength sports, CrossFit, mobility coaching, and sports nutrition. Jackie shares her story, from being a competitive athlete set to compete at the Commonwealth to her journey into CrossFit and nutrition coaching. The discussion delves into her philosophy on coaching, emphasizing empowerme...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled Podcast, Coach Pia welcomes back Marissa Axell, a cycling coach who offers profound insights on the importance of mindset and nutrition for athletic performance, especially for women over 40. Marissa shares her experience coaching competitive cyclists, emphasizing the necessity of proper fueling, breaking down mental barriers, and employing training strategie...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled Podcast, Coach Pia interviews Rhaea Stinn, a seasoned athlete and World Champion powerlifter. Listen in as Rhaea shares valuable insights from nearly two decades of competing at both national and international levels. She discusses her entry into powerlifting, navigating the highs and lows of the sport, and the importance of adaptation and resilience. Rhaea a...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled podcast, Coach Pia and Coach Joni discuss the indispensable role of carbohydrates in athletes' diets. Learn what carbohydrates are, why they are vital for performance, and how they should be incorporated into training and recovery strategies. They also break down the differences between simple and complex carbohydrates, the importance of pre- and post-trainin...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled podcast, Coach Pia welcomes Marissa Axell, a competitive cyclist and coach who specializes in helping women over 40 achieve their fitness goals. Marissa shares her journey from being a competitive swimmer to discovering triathlon and embracing cycling. She opens up about the challenges and triumphs in her athletic career, the impact of nutrition and recovery...

In Part 2 of our conversation with multiple-times world champion powerlifter, coach, IPF Category 2 referee, and entrepreneur, Sioux-z Hartwig-Gary, she speaks about the significance of being coachable, setting realistic goals, and learning from failures. Sioux-z also highlights the importance of taking care of one's body through chiropractic care and massage. The conversation ends with Sioux-z sh...

In this 2-part episode of the Fiercely Fueled Podcast, Coach Pia interviews Sioux-z Hartwig-Gary, a multiple-times world champion powerlifter, coach, IPF Category 2 referee, and entrepreneur. Sioux-z shares her journey in powerlifting, including her early start in the sport, the influences in her career such as Kirk Karwoski, and the importance of consistency and hard work. They discuss the changi...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled Podcast, Coach Pia interviews Alexis Jones, a six-time USA national champion, to discuss her experiences competing internationally for the first time at the IPF Open Worlds. Alexis reflects on the challenges of her recent transition from college athlete to independent competitor, including struggles with isolation, self-coaching, and balancing responsibilitie...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled Podcast, Coach Hinrik and Coach Pia dive deep into their experiences at the IPF World Championships with Coach Joni. Pia shares candid details about her competition journey, including the tough aspects of travel, making weight, and strategies for competition day. Hinrik provides insights into the nutrition management of athletes and coaches, from last-minute...

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled podcast, Coach Pia interviews Opor Kasem, the 2024 66 kg IPF World Classic Champion. Opor shares his journey from a casual lifter to a world champion, detailing his experiences of competing internationally since 2022 and facing numerous challenges. Based in Bangkok, Opor also discusses his role as a gym owner, part-time pharmacist, and coach at Iron Hive Gym....