The Strength Connection

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Dr. Heidi Heron brings a rare blend of clinical psychology, coaching, neuroscience, and consciousness studies to conversations about how people change, grow, and create meaningful lives. A clinical psychologist, author, master coach, and internationally recognised trainer in Neuro-Linguistic Programming for more than 25 years, Heidi has been helping people under...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Angie Lyngso the co-founder of Lyngso Fitness Academy, working with 1,000’s of women to not just drastically change their body image, but also change and level up their lives. In this episode, Angie shares her journey from athlete to coach, emphasizing the importance of identity, connection, and a community-driven approach to health and strength. Discover how he...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Dr. Carla Caturia is an Elite Peak Performance Coach and creator of the RISE Model, helping high-achieving families move beyond the Success Without Self Cycle. Her work combines emotional intelligence, identity-based confidence, and practical tools that help teens perform at their peak without burning out or losing themselves in the process. In this insightful i...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Dr. Gregory T. Obert is a clinical psychologist and the founder of the Royal Oasis Psychotherapy Institute. For more than 15 years he has worked with thousands of clients, helping people regain control of their attention, emotions, and decision making using evidence based psychotherapy and practical mental performance tools. He currently serves as a staff psycho...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Jason Campbell  is a 7th degree black belt and co-founder of Zen Wellness, teaching meditation, eastern medicine, tai chi, qigong, sword and enlightenment at their 400 acre ranch in the mountains of Arizona. He has worked as the director of music for GeniusX Virtual Reality and created the first breathing course in virtual reality. His music is also found on per...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Marcus Fernandez has been at the forefront of homeopathic education for over three decades. As Principal of The Centre for Homeopathic Education (CHE), he’s trained thousands of practitioners through a curriculum that balances classical knowledge with modern application. His work is rooted in a belief that natural medicine should be practical, empowering, and ac...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Lee Boyce is a coach, speaker, author and internationally published writer with over 1200 publications in health and fitness from Toronto. In this episode, Lee shares his 19-year journey in fitness, coaching, and writing. Discover how early influences, overcoming injury, and staying true to his authentic voice have shaped his approach to training, coaching, and...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Melody Schoenfeld, MA, CSCS, has well over 28 years of personal training experience and was 2019's NSCA Personal Trainer of the Year. Melody holds a master's degree in Health Psychology. In this episode, Melody shares her 30-year journey in strength training, coaching, and her unique insights into body types, strength modalities, and the evolution of h...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Huggy McNiff is Performance & Nutrition Coach with Trevor Kashey Nutrition, and one of the most impactful people I’ve ever worked with in my life. In this episode, Huggy shares insights on behavior change, mastery, and sustainable success in fitness and life. Discover how deep knowledge, precise language, and effective reinforcement strategies can transform...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Tom Mitchell, Ph. D. is a Performance Coach and founder of Winning Spirit Coach, helping business leaders, athletes, and high-level performers discover their greatness within. As the former sport psychologist for the NBA's Golden State Warriors and co-author of an Amazon #1 Best Seller with NFL legend Joe Montana. In this insightful interview, Tom shares hi...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Carlos Cintron is the Founder/CEO of RVRSBL, a science-driven brand reversing biological age and extending lifespan. In this episode, Carlos shares his comprehensive approach to longevity and anti-aging, emphasizing the importance of spirituality, mindset, movement, nutrition, and functional medicine. Discover practical strategies, the role of peptides, and how...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! The Iron Council part III. I am rejoined by Brett Jones, DJ Wittekind, and Mark Subias in this roundtable talk on minimalism, strength as a way to build character, and more. In this conversation, we explore the concepts of minimal effective dose, building character through strength training, and the booming recovery industry. We discuss how to train smarter, avo...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Paul Lynsgo is a seasoned mentor and author, known for his work in redefining fitness and success beyond traditional metrics. His insights come from over 15 years of coaching men to live intentionally, with clarity and purpose.  Most of us chase goals that aren’t truly ours, until we hit pause and ask, "What do I really want?"  Paul reveals how ditchin...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Alberto Uncini Manganelli is a former VP of Adidas and author of the book The Formula of Formulas , where he interviewed 22 world champions, asking 11 questions about the keys to success at the highest level. In this insightful interview, Alberto Uncini Manganelli shares his journey from sports to business, revealing the mindset and habits that define champions....

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Jess Mather is an internationally-recognized strength and rehab professional who helps others be in their bodies with less limitation, pain, fear or insecurity. With over 13 years of experience supporting thousands of individuals from 9 to over 99, she has repeatedly witnessed the body's incredible ability to adapt, strengthen and heal regardless of circums...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Cori Lefkowith is the founder of Redefining Strength, beginning as a brick and mortar gym in Costa Mesa, California, that has grown into a global online coaching program… helping thousands of women reclaim their confidence and strength. In this conversation, Cori discusses her journey from tennis to becoming a fitness coach and the founder of Redefining Strength...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Jan Raeder, known to many as the SelfCare Sensei, brings a rare depth to the conversation around strength, wellbeing, and what it really means to live with purpose. Jan is an internationally recognized wellbeing educator, keynote speaker, and author of Strive for M.O.R.E. , where MORE stands for Meaning, Optimism, Relationships, and Engagement — a framework she’...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Dr. John Rusin is a physical therapist, performance coach, and the author of Pain-Free Performance — a framework that bridges elite strength training, intelligent movement, and long-term health. His work sits at the intersection of rehab and performance, helping people build resilient bodies without breaking themselves down in the process. In this episode, we di...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Nick Jonsson is a global keynote speaker, bestselling author, and mental health advocate redefining what it means to lead in the modern world. Ranked the world’s #1 thought leader on Executive Loneliness, Nick has spent the past decade breaking the silence around isolation, burnout, and addiction at the top levels of business. Today, he takes that work further b...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Katie Hardie is a board-certified holistic nutritionist and performance practitioner who helps people reconnect with their bodies through a personalized, data-driven approach to health, energy, and recovery. Her work bridges science and intuition, helping people move beyond one-size-fits-all solutions and into sustainable performance. In this conversation, Katie...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! The Iron Council is back! I am joined by Brett Jones, DJ Wittekind, and Mark Subias. In this conversation, we discuss the language of coaching, the impact of cynicism and optimism in the fitness industry, and the importance of accountability and leadership among coaches. We critique an article comparing kettlebells and barbells, emphasizing the need for construc...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! In this reflection, I share the most significant lessons he learned throughout 2025, emphasizing the importance of loving the process, building self-trust, and practicing optimism. I discuss the value of patience in finding purpose and how faith acts as a guiding force in life's journey. Each lesson is rooted in personal experiences and insights gained from...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Kyle Flynn is the owner and founder of The blueprint LA in Los Angeles. He’s been operating this gym for 10 years now. My friend Chris Holder introduced me to Kyle, he said you need to check him out and talk, I think you guys would have a lot to chat about. And this was definitely the case.  In this engaging conversation, Kyle shares his journey from being a pas...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Nicole Spencer is a former strength coach, founder of Authentic Conversion, and host of the podcast Spirituality for Skeptics. In this conversation, Nicole Spencer discusses her transformative journey from a successful business in coaching to exploring spirituality. She reflects on her early experiences, including a pivotal trip to Peru, and how these moments le...

Welcome to the Strength Connection! Today I am joined by Zar Horton, Master SFG within the community of Strongfirst.  Zar has been teaching workshops in hardstyle strength nationally and internationally for over 12 years, and…was a battalion chief and firefighter in Albuquerque fire and rescue for 32 years.  In this conversation, Zar shares his journey from a firefighter to a master instructor in...