Strong By Design Podcast

Send us Fan Mail If you have not yet heard about out, or seen the Netflix documentary Seaspiracy … you will probably be hearing things about it very soon.  Especially with Earth Day upon us. Seaspiracy is a documentary that looks in the deeper issues of the environmental impact of the commercial fishing industry.  And as with all documentaries, this one is certainly getting its’ fair share of rais...

Send us Fan Mail Eating disorders are a serious illness that are debilitating and if not treated correctly, can be fatal.  And it seems as though much of the attention with eating disorders largely falls to the female population … why is this?!   Dave Mathas was an Army Combat Vet, he was a front-line defender, he loved being a soldier and he believed he had it all together and had his life under...

Send us Fan Mail The words you use when you speak to yourself matter immensely. We can be our own best friend or worst critic. And before anyone else in the world can make a difference in our lives, WE have to realize it all begins with the relationship we have with ourselves. What we tell ourselves, what we see in the mirror and how we truly feel about our bodies counts more than anyone else. It...

Send us Fan Mail Life is crazy busy and filled with distractions of all kinds. And in this daily grind we all need easy decisions that help us move closer to the muscular physique and optimal health we desire. But how do we make it sustainable and lasting? Today coach Chris Wilson speaks with Fit Father Project creator Dr Anthony Balduzzi about the many pitfalls and success stories he sees every d...

Send us Fan Mail We experience the world using mostly physical touch and our minds but our connection to life as a whole goes much deeper than that. Dr. Chrisna Botha-Ravyse is a seasoned academic researcher, educator and consummate professional speaker.  Known by her clients and as “Dr. Chris”, she is a nationally recognized wellness expert and Podcast Host.  She earned a PhD in Human Movement Sc...

Send us Fan Mail Achieving financial freedom is easier than you’ve been led to believe. In fact, just about anyone, regardless of income can reach financial freedom through the principles discussed in today’s conversation with retired athlete money manager Eric Ortiz. Getting out from under debt, saving for the future and still enjoying the lifestyle you want is 100% possible. It all comes down to...

Send us Fan Mail What can your eyes tell you about your health? Well, you’d be surprised… Dr. Travis Zigler is an optometrist and philanthropist. He is the founder of Eye Love, whose mission is to heal 1,000,000 dry eye sufferers naturally and to end preventable blindness. Dr. Travis and his wife, Dr. Jenna Zigler, use the profits from Eye Love to fund free and low-cost clinics in Jamaica and in t...

Send us Fan Mail If you’re stuck in the past or too focused on the future, you’re not living in the present. Life coach Joe Bernstein is helping men around the world become more fully present in their relationships, their careers and in their personal lives. In order to do that, sometimes you need to dig deep to uncover the best of yourself. It’s been said that, “Joe was born to do this work.” He’...

Send us Fan Mail MMA fighter and elite strength coach Phil Daru is a warrior. As the famous expression from biblical scripture reads, iron sharpens iron as one man sharpens another. In order to BE the best at anything in life, you need to train with and like the best. In Boca Raton, FL, Daru Strong Performance Gym is where champions are made. Today coach Chris Wilson gets inside the mind of a warr...

Send us Fan Mail What do you call alternative medicine that works to heal the body?  MEDICINE! This probably best describes Dr. Ann Marie Barters philosophy and outlook on how to sustain optimal health and wellness and enjoy life to the fullest.  Her mission is to get you out of pain and back into living … actively and happily!  She does this using methods that are often considered alternative yet...

Send us Fan Mail Small beginnings can lead to MASSIVE impact. Over 20 years ago an ambitious trainer Ben Prentiss built a small personal training studio in southwest Connecticut. At a time when people questioned what the heck that job was… “I’m confused, you “watch” people exercise??” Years later after building a highly successful team and business combined with ongoing learning from the likes of...

Send us Fan Mail Are you passionately living each day? Unfortunately, a lot of people are clock punchers… they show up, go through the motions of work and life and then punch out for the day. REPEAT. They’re not truly living a life they love, merely existing. But not Mike Wahl. Dr. Mike Wahl is a health and wellness entrepreneur, University Professor, radio host and international speaker. He’s pro...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could slow down the aging process without invasive surgery or expensive treatments?  What if it was possible to truly age gracefully AND finally be done with repeating behaviors that are sabotaging you and making you look and feel years older than you actually are? What if I told you that getting these results is as simple as having a better understanding of how YOUR b...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes referred to as, “The Tony Stark of the fitness industry” Dr John Jaquish is the inventor of X3, a technology that is proven to develop muscle much faster than conventional weight lifting… and with the lowest risk of joint injury. He has spent years researching and developing improved approaches to health. Today he joins host Chris Wilson to discuss his controversial view...

Send us Fan Mail What if just a couple incredibly simple, free techniques that you could begin including into your daily routine brought you back to where you started to feel more balanced, calmer AND … the weight started to melt off and your sex life became enjoyable again? In today’s episode Dr. Anna Cabeca and Coach Tonya get RAW and REAL about the necessity of making self-care your priority du...

Send us Fan Mail We either give up and throw in the towel when things get tough OR we find ways to overcome life’s challenges and thrive. Joe Hashey is proving the latter. His favorite fitness quote is “Everyone is Self-Made” thus the title for today’s amazing conversation with co-host Chris Wilson. But this mindset applies to all areas of our lives, from business to relationships and more. When y...

Send us Fan Mail Men listen up, you may be thinking that menopause is strictly an issue for women but this episode will have you thinking differently.   If you are married or in a relationship than you will experience menopause from a very different perspective than your wife … you are essentially “team support.”  And this job can leave you feeling every bit as crazy as your wife may be feeling at...

Send us Fan Mail Real, raw fitness and strength talk from the #1 rated Fitness podcast in the world. Prepare yourselves for the men of MIND PUMP. Sal, Adam and Justin join coach Chris Wilson on the Strong By Design podcast. The guys go deep on their beginnings and friendship, their passion for helping others and open up about their favorite lifts, fatherhood, gym pet peeves and most embarrassing m...

Send us Fan Mail How well do you THINK you know the people at your job? Here on Strong By Design, we went to a brand new level of truly knowing each other… the good, the bad and the ugly! From our favorite ice cream flavor to our MOST embarrassing moments, the 4 hosts of the show go deep and uncomfortable in today’s game show style episode. Get to know Mike, Tonya, Sam and Chris in a whole new way...

Send us Fan Mail Nothing happens until something moves… Being physically active in life is unquestionably one of the most critical elements of longevity and a truly healthy lifestyle. Today’s guest, Matthew Januszek, is the co-founder of Escape Fitness, a global leader in fitness equipment innovation and gym design. Matthew is super passionate about exercise and has used his love of fitness and st...

Send us Fan Mail How is your relationship with food? For many of us it’s NOT very good… It makes sense there is massive confusion in a country where we are bombarded with diet plan after diet plan and the never-ending search for the perfect weight loss method. Our guest today is Christy Harrison who specializes in helping people make peace with food and reclaim the time and energy they lost to ‘ T...

Send us Fan Mail You’re active. You train multiple times a week. You lift weights. You do yoga. You run. You cycle. Maybe you do all of the above...... You’re doing everything you’re supposed to, but something still isn’t right. Maybe that knee you tweaked in college is still a little off. Maybe you’ve got a shoulder that always pops or feels unstable. You can’t explain why, but maybe you avoid ce...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve been on YouTube seeking muscle and strength advice in the past decade, you certainly know the name Scott Herman. Scott has a reputation as a no-nonsense fitness expert. His channel, Scott Herman Fitness, has nearly 2.5 million subscribers and nearly 500 million views… he’s a powerhouse in the world of fitness. And a fun side note, he was also on MTV’s The Real World year...

Send us Fan Mail Regardless of the childhood you had, you can still be a kickass dad. No matter your circumstances, good or bad, all fathers have a choice… To either be leaders, providers, caregivers and mentors to their children or fall victim to their past. Sure, it’s not as clear cut as that but once you’ve decided to become a parent, you are now responsible for another life. It’s up to you, to...

Send us Fan Mail Tatum Harrison, an entrepreneur from Washington, DC who realized that her entrepreneurial journey and spiritual journey were not intended to be separate, but rather one in the same. She creatively merges faith and business, teaching listeners how to grow in their personal endeavors, in their relationship with God, and their entrepreneurial endeavors. Find out Tatum’s 5 keys to nav...