Unsolicited Advice with Coach Joey Szolowicz

Episode: Why Strength Training Is Your Secret Superpower During the Holidays This week, we’re diving into why strength training is the most underrated tool you can use to stay healthy, energized, and grounded through the holiday season. Inside the episode, you’ll learn: Why strength training protects your insulin sensitivity (and why that matters when the holiday treats start showing up everywhere...

In today’s episode, we break down three simple nutrition behaviors that will help you navigate the holiday season without falling into the “all or nothing” trap. This isn’t about perfection - it’s about staying grounded, consistent, and intentional so you can enjoy the holidays and still feel great in your body. Why the biggest challenge this time of year is allowing an indulgence without turning...

Topic: The 3 non-negotiable nutrition habits that create effortless consistency, better energy, and long-term fat loss. In this episode, Joey breaks down the three foundational nutrition behaviors that every member of the Aligned community should be practicing, no matter your goal, phase, or season of life. These aren’t advanced strategies. They aren’t “diet hacks.” They’re the simple, repeatable...

If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like your hard work isn’t paying off, this one’s for you. Your emotions are real, but they’re not always right. In this episode, Joey breaks down why relying on how you feel can sabotage your progress… and how to use data as your anchor when motivation and emotion start to drift. You’ll learn how to separate what’s true from what’s just noise, how to make...

We’ve all been there - putting in the effort, eating well, training consistently, doing everything right … and still feeling like nothing’s changing. In this week’s episode, Joey breaks down what to do when you feel stuck or defeated on your health journey. You’ll learn how to reframe what “progress” really looks like, why frustration often signals growth, and how to reset your focus so you can mo...

Most people think they’re resting... but they’re really just pressing pause. A weekend off, a quick trip, a night of extra sleep… those things help, but they don’t restore. Not when your nervous system has been running in overdrive for months (or years). In this episode, Joey dives into what real recovery looks like... not the kind that numbs you out, but the kind that reconnects you back to yours...

Just some thoughts on traveling for the past 3 months, a brutal trip home, some injuries, and community... A lot to absorb in this one, so buckle up and enjoy. email: coachjoey@alignedstrengthandwellness.com Free Strategy Call: https://www.alignedstrengthandnutrition.com/book-a-call

After coaching hundreds of busy parents and professionals, I’ve noticed something powerful... the people who get the best results don’t always have the perfect plan. They have specific traits that set them apart. In this episode, I break down the five common traits my most successful clients share... the ones that help them stay consistent, bounce back from setbacks, and actually create lasting ch...

October brings cozy vibes, crisp air, and a fresh season ahead... but it also comes with its own set of challenges. Shorter days, busier schedules, and endless seasonal temptations can make it harder to stay consistent with your health and wellness goals. In this episode, I share: Why motivation and energy often dip in the fall... and how to get them back Practical strategies to protect your time...

Not everyone in your life will understand... or support... your decision to take your health seriously. From pressure to drink when you don’t want to, to dining out with friends who expect you to “just order what they’re having,” to loved ones who don’t share your nutrition or training habits... naysayers show up in all forms. In this episode, I break down how to stay grounded in your goals, prote...

🎉 100 episodes! This milestone gave me the perfect chance to pause, look back, and reflect on everything podcasting has taught me over the last couple of years. From shaky first recordings to conversations that deeply changed me - this show has been one of the most rewarding projects I’ve ever created. In this episode, I share: Why I started this podcast in the first place The biggest lessons I’v...

In this episode, I dive into the idea of life’s ‘buckets’—health, family, work, and personal growth—and ask: which one are you really prioritizing right now? I’ll help you reflect on whether your time and energy are aligned with what matters most, and how small shifts can create more balance and momentum. Contact Coach Joey: coachjoey@alignedstrengthandwellness.com

Prolonged dieting isn’t just tough mentally - your body eventually starts to push back. In this episode, I break down the key signs that your metabolism is adapting to a long diet phase, why this happens, and what it means for your fat loss progress. We’ll talk about changes in hunger, energy, recovery, and performance, and how to tell the difference between normal fluctuations and true metabolic...

In today's episode, Joey gives some feedback that might ruffle your feathers. The question is simple: Do You Want It Badly Enough? It's not a question of saying what you want or who you want to become. It is a function of aligning your behaviors day in and day out with the outcome that you say that you want. We want you to win. But do you want that win badly enough for yourself? Weekly Dra...

In this episode, we’re breaking down a common misconception: that if you're not actively making progress, you're failing. The truth? Maintenance is a goal — and a powerful one. Whether you're navigating a busy season or just looking to avoid burnout, holding steady with your habits can be one of the most strategic moves you make. I’ll walk you through why maintenance matters, what it r...

In this short and scrappy episode, I’m recording while on the road helping my girlfriend move - and that’s exactly the point. It’s not perfect, not polished, and definitely not convenient… but it’s done. Today we’re talking about the trap of waiting for the “right time” to take action - whether that’s with your nutrition, workouts, or anything else you care about. I’ll walk you through why consist...

In this solo episode, Joey breaks down the real reason so many mid-career adults feel stuck in their health journey—it's not a lack of willpower, it's burnout. If you're tired of cycling through short bursts of motivation followed by guilt and exhaustion, this episode will show you a more sustainable path forward. Learn how to reset without extremes, rebuild consistency, and reclaim yo...

If your progress has stalled—whether it's with weight loss, strength gains, or overall energy—this episode is for you. Plateaus aren't failures… they're feedback. In this solo episode, Joey walks you through how to spot hidden patterns, run a quick self-audit, and make simple, strategic shifts that get momentum going again. You'll leave with a clearer mindset and practical tools to...

In this episode, we talk about one of the biggest mindset shifts in your strength, nutrition, and wellness journey: accepting that real, lasting change takes time. If you’ve ever felt frustrated doing “all the right things” and not seeing results fast enough, this one’s for you. We’ll explore why progress often moves slower than we expect, how to stay motivated through the in-between, and what to...

In this episode, I’m sharing a personal update—how a shoulder injury and unexpected hospital stay completely derailed my week—and what it taught me about handling setbacks in your wellness journey. If you've ever felt like life interrupted your progress, you're not alone. We’ll talk about why setbacks aren’t failures, how to respond when things don’t go as planned, and simple ways to stay...

You cannot diet forever. There will come a moment in your journey where you have reached your goal weight and dieting will no longer be the right answer for you. And along that path, there will be multiple stops and shifts in your schedule and calendar that may make it difficult to always stay in a diet phase! The seasonality of your fat-loss journey is one of the most important things to learn as...

In this audience Q&A episode, we're tackling three of the most common questions I hear from busy parents trying to stay healthy while juggling work, kids, and life. We dive into how to eat well when you're short on time, how to build strength safely in your 40s, and what to do when you're tired  even after  a full night's sleep. If you're looking for realistic, no-fluff ans...

In this episode, we’re talking about doing less, but better — and how this mindset can radically improve your approach to wellness, strength, and nutrition. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by trying to do “all the things,” this conversation will help you refocus on what matters most. I’ll also leave you with a few simple coaching questions to reflect on this week — to help you align your actions w...

Taking an idea from your brain into a reality is no easy task. And recently Joey did just that with his Aligned Strength and Wellness Retreat in Azores, Portugal. In this week's episode, Joey takes you through the story of how his very first wellness retreat came to be and shares some gratitude toward the practitioners who made the event possible. If you are searching for a trip that surrounds wel...

If your calendar is full but your energy is on empty, this one’s for you. In this episode, we’re talking about why saying “no” feels so hard — especially when you’re someone who genuinely wants to help, show up, and do a good job — and how to start doing it in a way that protects your time, energy, and priorities without burning bridges or feeling like the bad guy. We’ll walk through the 5 common...