Todd Durkin IMPACT Show

Happy Thanksgiving week! Today I am joined by my three kids Luke, Brady, and McKenna, as we talk about finding gratitude amid the pandemic. You will hear my love-bug daughter McKenna share her passion for soccer, and my big-dreamer Brady shares how he put on 20lbs of muscle and wrote a book. My oldest-son Luke shares how he took this pandemic as an opportunity to step-up the recruiting game to pla...

Take a walk or jog now with my pup "Jersey Dog" and me as I share three things on my mind. In today's episode, I will discuss: God's Timing is always perfect, even when you don't understand or disagree with it. Where are you putting your faith these days? It needs to be in the right places; otherwise, you will fall victim to the world of negativity, pessimism, and darkness. Where and how do you pl...

Who is ready to swim with the Sharks? Check out this epic podcast episode with entrepreneur, Army veteran, Iraqi war veteran, All American Rugby player at Princeton, mom, and Mastermind member and friend Sarah Apgar who just appeared on Shark Tank on ABC a few days ago. Listen in as Sarah pitches her FitFighter brand on Shark Tank, and I ask her all the "behind-the-scenes" questions that you will...

Welcome to my "35,000-foot spa retreat." Today's episode is my deep thoughts, introspection, and excitement from 35,000 feet last week as I was flying to Nashville, TN, for my TD Mastermind Retreat. It's no secret that I do some of my best work in the sky, and I wanted to share some rarified air with you today. I think you are going to like this one!   Part 1 of today's episode is me up in the pla...

A few years back, I had the opportunity to be on a prime time reality show called STRONG on NBC (now airing on NETFLIX). I took a huge leap of faith and a ton of risk to leave my business & family for up to 3 months. It was one heck of a ride, and I'm glad I did it.   For today's show, I reunite with the two women I was teamed up with on STRONG, Devon Cassidy and Brittany Harrell. We talk about ou...

Today's episode is a unique one. For the first time ever while recording an episode, I am wearing a grey hoodie and talking about something uncomfortable for many of us...it's the "hardest" exercise you will ever do. While many of you are thinking squats, burpees, kettlebell swings, or arm farm, this takes it to an entirely new level.   Step-up to my challenge today if you want to discover more pe...

Tomorrow is an important day in our country's history. It's Election Day. After tomorrow, we will either have a new president of the United States or have the same one. 50% or so of people will be happy. Less than 50% of the people will not be happy.   Today, I'm sharing my thoughts on five things "To Do" and five things "Not To Do" regardless of the outcome of the election. Additionally, I discus...

Today is a special tribute to my mom, Mary "Muffy" Durkin, on her 87th birthday.  My mom is one special woman, and she has taught me many life lessons. I share eight lessons my Mom has taught me about succeeding in life on today's episode that I'm confident you will benefit from.   I hope you enjoy this light-hearted, fun, and emotional message on my Mom's special day. She certainly makes the worl...

If you are a parent, athlete, or young adult, you MUST listen to today's show. It literally may SAVE your life...or someone you love. Today, I'm blessed to have Mike Lutzenkirchen on the show to share the story of his late son Philip Lutzenkirchen. Philip was a star football player and a 2-time captain at Auburn University. You will hear Mike share Philip's story on and off the field, his passion...

Today we are talking about something I love--football. Whether you like football, any sport, or not, football has taught me many valuable lessons. Enjoy this light-hearted, fun, and spittin-fire episode, and I'm confident it will give the extra Mojo we all are searching for. I'll share the 7 top lessons I've learned and practiced from over 3-decades in football that have helped me be a better athl...

One of my closest friends and colleagues is someone I've known for over 25 years. His name is Larry Indiviglia, and he's one of the smartest & wisest people I know. Larry shares his top 5 life-lessons that apply to anyone searching for more success, happiness, and purpose in life in today's show.   Larry also just wrote a book called "126 Days, 11 Minutes...Our Love Story." In his book, he shares...

Today's podcast episode with intern Jeff Li took an interesting twist and turn when Jeff asked me some deep questions that went way beyond training.  This includes not only the favorite types of clients that I train but Jeff also asks how I keep motivated, how I found my calling, and how my faith has played a significant role in making me who I am today.    Be sure to listen to this episode as I k...

You are guaranteed to get increased energy, positivity, and confidence out of today's episode. Meet David Nurse, one of the top mindset coaches, an NBA life optimization coach, and an incredible energy giver. What the heck is a life optimization coach? Today you will find out when David shares his top 7 steps to unshakeable confidence that will shift your energy and help you get 1% better each day...

Today's episode is jaw-dropping. While Dana has created a unique career as a mobility/breathwork/ and mind-body coach to some of the world's best athletes in MLB, NFL, NHL, and the WWE, what makes this episode unique is Dana Santas bares her soul and shares her incredible story with us.   Dana grew up poor, living in an attic in upstate NY with dust-mites in her bed, mothered a child while in high...

While some people are soaring during these challenging times, many feel fatigued, emptiness, frustration, anger, anxiety, and stress. Today, I share five ways to embrace reality, get back on track, and get your rhythm and mojo back in no time.   The episode is all about getting your mind right and using strategies to help you think clearly and positively. Todd discusses the power of self-talk and...

Welcome to today's LIVE Q&A with a listener with a burning question. From Chicago, John Skokna asks, "Should I quit my current job to pursue my passion for fitness training?" Man, I love answering your questions, and nothing better than doing some LIVE hot seat coaching. Buckle up as you hear my thoughts and advice to help John make a big decision in his life.    Keep your questions coming so I ca...

Buckle up for today's show. I have fitness icon Jake "Body by Jake" Steinfeld, the father of personal training, with me on the show. While Jack LaLanne may be the godfather of fitness, Jake Steinfeld" is the man responsible for creating the personal training industry over 40 years ago.     In today's episode, you will hear Jake's story and how he followed his dream, and "Don't Quit" became his man...

Back in the house by popular demand, I have superstar trainer, and online personality Anna Renderer LaFata joined by her husband and business partner Vito La Fata. These two are magic and bring the heat and vision to building an online brand. They lead the way in helping people transform their expertise into an online business and personal brand. It is an action-packed episode guaranteed to teach,...

Many people are looking to build their online brand & business these days. While some people believe building their online brand is just increasing their social media following, it goes way beyond that. Today, I dissect the essential aspects any entrepreneur or individual should do to build their brand and business with online expert Vito LaFata. Vito is someone I've known for 10+ years. There is...

I want to give a huge shout-out to all the MindRight Maniacs battling like heck these days and winning the battle between the ears. Today, I'm answering a handful of your questions submitted to me through my Instagram or my website. Thank you for continuing to share with me how I can best help you. Love these Q&A's!   In this episode, the questions deal with everything from self-doubt, to nutritio...

In 2005, I hired a green trainer who had just moved from Boston to Cali. She grew quickly and blossomed into one of my best trainers at Fitness Quest 10. She starred in a bunch of my DVD's (yes!), she taught boot camp, and she had an incredible following. After 6-years at FQ10, Anna went on to host PopSugar Fitness for many years before starting her "Visionary Planner" business with her husband Vi...

Today we are in the Roots of Fitness Quest 10. This is where it all started over 20-years ago when I had no clients, no business plan, and no money. I got a little choked-up doing my first episode from sacred grounds. In this episode, I am joined by our 4-interns who just graduated from our program in the midst of COVID.   I asked the interns to share their big takeaways from the internship, what...

You know what today is, it's one of my favorite holidays, it's Laaabbbbooor Day! By tradition, there is nothing like stepping back and reminiscing about one of my top mentors, the late great Coach Warren Wolf, back in Brick, New Jersey.     I invite you to take a short stroll down memory lane on the football field with me right now as I not only impersonate the best of Coach Wolf (circa 1988). And...

Welcome to a new era of learning. For everyone. One of the groups most impacted by all this craziness is college-age kids. Some college students are going to class live on campus. Some college students are virtual from home. And some college-students are literally on campus but going to school virtually or doing a hybrid. In this "Back to College" episode, I'm talking with 4-college kids starting...

With the NFL football season just around the corner and college football having just kicked off (kind of), I have a very special guest today. Luis Perez is a guy I've trained for a few years now, and he has one of the most fascinating stories you will ever hear. He did NOT play high school football, he won the Harlon Hill Trophy (Heisman Trophy for D2), and is now knocking on the doors of the NFL....