Strong By Design Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Mike Zhang is a 2011 North American Mauy Thai Champion and the 2014 USMTO Open Class silver medalist. The day that Mike walked into that boxing gym was a defining moment in young Mike’s life.  It was the first time he ever heard someone tell him he was “good” at something.  That moment triggered what Mike recognizes as the “positivity loop” and from that day on he never looked bac...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s episode meet Amanda McDowell and her world-famous glutes. Coach Chris sits down with Amanda as they dive deep into her long robust athletic history. Find out the 3 exercises Amanda USED to do for glute development and what her new favorite glute exercise is after filming the Unlock Your Glutes program.   "What I've learned after your program Unlock Your Glutes...

Send us Fan Mail If you have ever had any questions about the Keto diet and it’s impact, not only with it’s respect to weight loss, but also what impact it has on brain health and it’s potential to cure some diseases then you do NOT want to miss this episode.  Dr. Dom D’Agostino, Ph. D., is an Associate Professor with tenure at USF whose teaching focus is in the fields of neuropharmacology, medica...

Send us Fan Mail Your "genetic" limitations on muscle size are NOT genetic. You've stopped growing because your training hasn't optimized the four key physiological factors that are essential for accessing your TRUE muscle growth potential. In today's episode Coach Chris connects with the Mad Scientist of Muscle Nick Nilsson. Find out how exercise science has proven that t...

Send us Fan Mail Gastrointestinal diseases are still prevalent and according to statistics, as of 2018 22% of the adult population in the US suffered from it. Do you want to know why and how you can avoid it? On today’s episode, Coach Chris talks with Wade Lightheart, author, athlete, and President of BiOptimizers, a digestive health company. They delve into the digestion process and the causes of...

Send us Fan Mail Is your health regimen not working or not doing you any good? You've tried on different diets, but you remain the same, desperate to lose weight and be fit. The thing is you may be doing it wrong because not all diets work for all.  On today's episode, Coach Chris talks to Gary Watson about the importance of finding your fat burning fingerprint. If you know your fat burn...

Send us Fan Mail Do you want to be fit and healthy, but don't have the time to go to the gym? Here's the thing, even if you only have a minute to spare you can transform your life and be healthy. Find out how on today’s episode as Coach Brian talks with Meredith Shirk. Meredith is a lifestyle coach, wife, mom, and founder of Svelte Training. They discuss the importance of movement and ho...

Send us Fan Mail What does being an ALPHA Dad mean? Find out on today’s episode as Coach Tonya talks with Chris Lopez, known in social media as the ALPHA Dad. Chris shares, among other things, why he’s called the ALPHA Dad, what an active lifestyle their family have and how he manages an online business even without an internet connection at home. And what’s more, Chris reveal his favorite equipme...

Send us Fan Mail Nothing compares to hard work. Not even steroids! Listen to today’s episode to hear John Hansen’s stories from his experience as a bodybuilder, Natural Mr. Olympia, and 3x Natural Mr. Universe. Hear how bodybuilding has changed from the 70s and what John learned from people like Arnold Schwarzenegger. Find out how you can apply hard work to get the results that will get you the mo...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Strong By Design Coach Chris is joined by his friend and occasional podcast host, Tonya Fines. On today’s show we get personal with Tonya as she shares her journey from being diagnosed with degenerative disc disease and Spina Bifida. She opens up about her low points and how she was able to muster up the strength and develop a fighter mentality to take control o...

Send us Fan Mail Do you pay enough attention to your glutes? Do you know that aside from aesthetic purposes, developing your glutes has many benefits? That’s what Coach Chris and Coach Brian talk about on today’s episode of Strong By Design. They tackle the three training barriers that prevent people from developing their glutes and the benefits of having a strong butt.  Stay tuned to find out som...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s episode is about the story of Pastor Mike Thornhill, who serves as a Pastor in Feather Sound Church in Clearwater, Florida. Pastor Mike shares how he became financially rich, lost everything, got addicted and then became rich again in Christ. Hope and inspiration will fill your heart when you hear the testimony of Pastor Mike’s roller-coaster life. Tune in now and be bless...

Send us Fan Mail How many hours a week are you sitting? Are you doing anything to combat the damage that sitting is causing you? Tune in to this episode of Strong By Design as Coach Chris and Coach Brian discuss the hidden survival muscle and what is actually going on in your body as you spend countless hours sitting each week.  Find out how you can reverse these effects with the “Unlock Your Hip...

Send us Fan Mail Today on Strong By Design Podcast Mike Westerdal joins Coach Chris to give us his 7 best tips on how to increase your bench. He dives deep on all things bench press and lays down a solid foundation for you to increase your strength.  They also share some of their personal history together and how Critical Bench was formed.   "I think my best competition lift was a 630-lb benc...

Send us Fan Mail Are you living a balanced life? Dr. Ron Eccles joins Coach Chris on this episode of Strong by Design to discuss how to dominate the four core areas of your life which are health, relationships, finances, and your spiritual life.  So many of us concentrate our efforts to move the needle in one area that we often times forget the others which can lead to an unhappy and unbalanced li...

Send us Fan Mail Join Coach Brian as he sits down with fellow YouTuber and online coach Alby Gonzalez. They discuss the benefits of isometric training. If you are feeling the effects of years of “bro” workouts this episode is for you. Find out how to make your workouts more efficient and still get the gains you desire.   "I had to be more efficient with my workouts...if I wanted to live a goo...

Send us Fan Mail Is it possible to be over 40 and shredded? Of course! It’s never too late. Join us on this episode of the Strong By Design Podcast as Coach Chris interviews Funk Roberts an over 40 transformation specialist and MMA conditioning coach. Funk gives us tons of advice on bodyweight movements and unique (but simple!) exercises you can do in the comfort of your own home. Tune in and enjo...

Send us Fan Mail Did you know that stretching won't make you flexible?  The topic of flexibility is definitely misunderstood, so today Coach Tonya and Coach Brian sit down to hash out the misconceptions and give you a clear understanding of how to become more flexible. Tune in to hear all of their recommendations plus find out the amazing benefits of flexibility.   "Every warm-up session...

Send us Fan Mail Are you struggling with weight gain or gaining lean muscle mass? Join us on this episode of the Strong By Design podcast with special guest Alain Gonzalez, the skinny guy transformation specialist. Find out how Alain went from 107 lbs as a full grown adult to a 150 lbs shredded muscle monster! Tune in to hear his top 3 tips on how to gain weight and receive a copy of his FREE book...

Send us Fan Mail The reality of life is that someday you will face a storm. A time in your life that will be very difficult. Listen in to this episode today as Coach Chris is joined by Pastor Art Dykstra. Pastor Art goes through the bible and teaches us how to react to the storms in our lives. Stay tuned to hear Pastor Art’s personal storm experience, it will give you the encouragement you need to...

Send us Fan Mail Success is so much more than our physical appearance, our popularity on social media and money in our bank accounts. True success is accomplished when we find and follow through with our God-given purpose in life. Join us today on the Strong By Design podcast as we dissect what true success is and how to find it.     "Our greatest resource that we have is not bank accounts or...

Send us Fan Mail So, you’ve been trying to get that “thigh gap”? Tune in to this episode of Strong by Design where Coach Chris Wilson and Coach Brian Klepacki break down what you need to be doing in the gym (or at home) to work those inner thighs. They share researched-backed information that will help work out smarter, not harder when it comes to leg day.   TEXT "GLUTES” to 345-345 for the F...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show Coach Chris sits down with Michelle DiCapua, Bikini competitor, CrossFitter and police officer. Michelle shares how being physically fit is essential for first responders. Whether it’s running after a suspect or performing CPR your physical capabilities play a huge role in how you protect and serve your community.  Tune in to hear Michelle’s tips on fitness for fir...

Send us Fan Mail Man boobs…..nobody wants them, yet millions of males deal with this issue. Sure, you can seek medical attention but most likely they will prescribe creams, medicine or even surgery, but there are natural solutions to fix this problem.  Join Coach Chris and Coach Brian of Critical Bench as they discuss lifestyle changes that can help you get rid of your enlarged chest area.   TEXT...

Send us Fan Mail Looking to get stronger, faster and be an all around better athlete? Then you don’t want to miss this episode! Tune in as Coach Chris Wilson interviews the creator of the Athlete Built Program and founder of Overtimeathletes, Chris Barnard. TEXT "CORE” to 345345 for the FREE Core report.   "I feel like it's my duty to be strong, powerful and fast even into my old ag...