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#190 - PEDs, Peptides and Professional Responsibility - Michael Warner

May 8, 20261h 8m

#189 - Coaching With Curiosity - Meg Young

Apr 14, 20261h 8m

#188 - High Level Performance Coaching - Mircea Balaj

Apr 9, 20261h 9m

#187 - Marketing for Fitness Coaches - Kandace Hudspeth

Today I got to sit down with Kandace Hudspeth, CMO at OPEX + CoachRx, 20+ years in marketing, brand and growth strategy, and product development. She helps fitness coaches, personal trainers, and fitness brands build businesses with confidence, clarity and consistency.We discussed:00:01 — Kandace's Background and Journey to OPEX03:29 — Why Coaches Think They Hate Marketing04:32 — Making Sales a Confirmation, Not a Pitch10:23 — The Person, Problem, Promise Framework11:17 — Problem Aware, Process Aware, Payoff Aware14:09 — The Coaching Content Signature Framework16:28 — The Minimum Viable Marketing System18:20 — The "See, Make, Say" Content Workflow22:03 — Followers Are a Vanity Metric24:48 — Content Minutes and the 7-11-4 Framework30:24 — Going Viral for Your Niche37:12 — The Three-Mile Hero Concept41:27 — Referrals as Your Number One Marketing Tool44:22 — The Referral Ask and Why Coaches Miss It47:52 — How You Show Up in Public Is Marketing48:29 — Your Body Is Your Business Card49:55 — Imposter Syndrome vs. Lack of Experience51:39 — Why Your First 100 Videos Will Suck (and Why That's Fine)Find Kandacehttps://www.instagram.com/kandacehudspethWebsite - https://www.kandacedickson.com/YouTube - https://youtube.com/@kandacehudspethInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/kandacehudspeth, @marketingforfitnesscoaches__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Mar 31, 202659 min

#186 - Networking, AI, Education and Blindspots - Dr. Dave Osborn

Dr. Dave Osborn returns to the pod for a second time to discuss the current state of the powerlifting coaching space, networking, AI, client relationships and big blind spots we see with young coaches.Dave has spent more than two decades in strength sports as an athlete, coach, researcher, and builder of one of the most respected powerlifting communities in the Pacific Northwest: Team OPS. As the founder and owner of OPS Gym, a private strength and conditioning facility that has operated successfully for 12 years, Dave has shaped a culture defined by high standards, deep integrity, and an unwavering belief in the power of effort.Dave comes from a family of coaches and educators. He began coaching at age 12 alongside his father and has spent the past 25 years teaching athletes how to grow physically, mentally, and emotionally through the pursuit of strength. His doctoral dissertation, “Effects of Communication Scheduling on Affective State and the Coach–Athlete Relationship in Online Powerlifting Coaching,” reflects his lifelong commitment to understanding not just how athletes get strong, but how coaches create meaningful, lasting change.We discussed:00:00 — In-Person vs. Online02:41 — Give-First Networking07:16 — The Long Game of Relationships13:19 — CCU Relaunch & New Mentorship Model18:11 — AI's Limits & the Human Coaching Advantage19:15 — The Toolbox Problem28:51 — Blind Spots of Young Coaches36:01 — Teaching Critical Thinking Through Variation38:50 — The Coach-Athlete Relationship42:18 — Feedback Timing & Autonomy44:52 — Post-Training Reflection & Motor Learning46:50 — Business Systems That Save Time (Loom)49:03 — Advanced Athletes Still Need Daily Communication54:05 — Managing Ego Through Exercise Selection57:01 — What's Next for DaveInstagram: @drdaveatopsWebsite: https://www.opsgym.com/__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Mar 17, 202658 min

#185 - Don’t Throw In The Towel - Tasha “Wolf” Whalen

This week, I sit down with my great friend and one of the most genuinely kind and passionate people I’ve ever met. Tasha is the co-owner of Ideal Strength and has been coaching since 2005. She is an International Elite Powerlifter, currently ranked #1 female powerlifter in Washington State and among the top 20 in the world. She holds multiple world records, including the deadlift world record in the lightweight Strongwoman division. When she’s not breaking records, she’s climbing them—literally—as an avid mountaineer and adventurer.Her academic background reflects her curiosity and discipline. She studied Cultural Anthropology, Archaeology, and Dance at the University of Washington and Exercise Science and Athletic Training at Central Washington University.Her professional certifications include Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certified (PPSC), Certified Conditioning Coach, and Certified Mental Performance CoachTasha’s passion lies in helping others unlock their potential—physically and mentally—by strengthening both their bodies and their minds.We discussed00:47 Opening the Gym03:12 Freedom vs. Location08:41 Fear of Risk13:02 From Runner to Lifter15:05 Conquering the Deadlift19:01 Learning to Serve28:00 The Empathy Edge33:45 Coaching Yourself First44:49 Lasting Impact51:33 Comeback From Injury57:10 Never Quit58:47 Back to RunningFind TashaWebsite - https://idealstrength.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironwolf03/?hl=en__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Mar 3, 20261h 2m

#184 - How The World’s Strongest Woman Empowers Her Clients - Erin Murray

This week, I sat down with Erin Murray, Owner of the online training business Buns and Boulders. Erin primarily offers online coaching, both one-on-one and club-based, but has a larger presence as an athlete. She is a professional strongwoman athlete and 4-time World's Strongest Woman, the only person in the sport to win that title across multiple weight classes.Unlike many elite athletes, Erin did not grow up playing sports; she was introduced to strength training later in life as part of treatment for an eating disorder. What began as a tool for rebuilding her relationship with her body evolved into a lifelong pursuit of strength and performance. After briefly exploring powerlifting and CrossFit, Erin found her home in strongman, where she has worked her way to the highest level over the past 10 years. Today, she brings lived experience and elite-level insight to her coaching, blending performance-driven training with a nuanced understanding of the physical and psychological aspects of strength.We discussed:02:06 - The Marketing-Before-Coaching Trap03:22 - The "Retiring to Serve Clients" Narrative10:12 - Niching Out vs. Niching Down12:01 - Empowerment as the Common Thread18:44 - Starting Clients Psychologically Where They're At24:17 - People Before Programs32:31 - Evolution of Your Athletic "Why"36:54 - Weight Manipulation and Body Dysmorphia44:30 - The Value of In-Person Coaching47:12 - Retention Over Acquisition as Business StrategyFind ErinWebsite - https://www.instagram.com/erinmurray.wsw/IG - @erinmurray.wsw__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Feb 24, 202656 min

#183 - Leveraging Your Personal Story - Joel Staley

Today I sat down with Joel Staley, Owner of Total Reset Coaching. He helps business owners, executives, and leaders uncover hidden gaps in their energy, focus, and performance so they can lead their teams, families, and lives at the highest level. Over the years, he’s worked with over 2,000 high-performing men who are already successful on paper, but still feel drained, distracted, or stuck in routines that quietly limit their influence, stamina, and results. His clients don’t just improve their health and fitness, they unlock a new version of themselves: sharper, more disciplined, more commanding, and more capable of handling the pressures of high performance. Joel is a pro-physique competitor, author, podcaster, and business owner, and has personally faced challenges that would test anyone’s energy and focus, including surviving late-stage cancer, while still raising a family and running a successful business. Because of this, he coaches from experience, not theory, and knows what it takes to optimize every area of life under real-world pressure. His approach combines evidence-based routines, mental performance strategies, and subtle identity shifts that create lasting change without burnout, gimmicks, or extreme measures. He has seen firsthand how a small set of adjustments, guided by a fresh perspective, can create massive breakthroughs in energy, focus, and leadership.We discussed01:08 - Quitting with 10 clients04:02 - Getting closed hard10:26 - Delusional belief as superpower15:42 - Six months of symptoms22:10 - Getting the diagnosis31:00 - Business during chemo34:02 - Community over AI39:40 - Not the cancer guy47:03 - 90-day model structure56:07 - Commitment over programmingFind JoelWebsite - totalresetcoaching.comIG - @joelstaleyfitness__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Feb 19, 20261h 0m

#182 - How to Tell Your Authentic Story - Hope Agbolosoo

Today I sat down with Hope Agbolosoo, who is a Toronto-based content creator. Hope, born in Ghana, is a former Big Brother Canada contestant who shares his journey of resilience and growth to inspire others. He builds basketball courts in Ghana, creates lifestyle content to help people gain confidence, and believes in making an impact regardless of origins. Through city exploration, travel, fitness, and community service, Hope embodies gratitude and demonstrates that anyone can build a meaningful legacy.We discussed:10:13 - Failure to fit in created the ability to connect14:39 - Opportunities expose weaknesses and reveal strengths15:20 - Fear of judgment and letting go18:12 - Imposter syndrome as a lack of preparation21:46 - Seven-day fast revelation about becoming someone else25:00 - Environment determines self-recognition32:09 - Vulnerable content creates meaningful connections39:40 - Resonance vs trends in content strategy54:53 - Moving to exercise free will1:02:18 - Belief as the foundationFind HopeEmail - [email protected] - @hopefitness__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Feb 17, 20261h 5m

#181 - A Complete Guide to Building a Personal Training Business - Dan Stephenson

Dan is a strength coach, educator, and owner of Ideal Strength LLC, a coaching-focused training business based in the Seattle area. With over 20 years in the fitness industry, Dan specializes in helping coaches sharpen their eye for movement, simplify program design, and apply training principles with real-world context—not just textbook theory.Through 1:1 coaching, small-group training, and professional education, Dan works with both everyday clients and fitness professionals—many from high-performing, high-stress careers—to build resilient, adaptable strength. His approach emphasizes clarity, intent, and long-term development over complexity for complexity’s sake.Dan is passionate about mentoring coaches, creating practical educational resources, and bridging the gap between “knowing the science” and coaching effectively on the floor.We discuss:01:04 - Dan's 20-Year Coaching Journey05:29 - Continuous Education and Learning12:05 - In-Person vs Online Coaching19:25 - Cueing Strategies and Learning Styles24:17 - How Long to Coach In-Person First30:47 - The Hybrid Coaching Model34:06 - Competition Makes Better Coaches38:26 - Managing Client Stress and Recovery50:39 - Building Your Book of Business52:58 - Listening vs RespondingFind Dan:Instagram: @idealstrength Website: www.idealstrength.com__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Feb 12, 20261h 5m

#179 - Building an Integrated Physical Therapy Practice - Dr. Andrew Cook

This week, I sat down with Dr Andrew Cook, PT, DPT, CSCS, BFRc, FDN Andrew Cook is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He received his degree in Physical Therapy from Florida Gulf Coast University and his CSCS certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Andrew received his Bachelor's degree in Human Development from Binghamton University, where he was a 4-year starter for the Division 1 lacrosse program. While there, he was named to the American East All-Rookie team and the American East All-Academic Team, and served as a team captain. Andrew took his love of sports and fitness, along with his passion for helping others, and started Cook Performance & Therapy upon graduation. Andrew has worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds. From young athletes to active adults, Fortune 500 clients, individuals looking to avoid joint replacement surgery and those suffering from pain or dysfunction that want to get back to doing what they love. He utilizes hands-on manual therapy, exercise prescription and movement analysis to get you pain-free and performing at your best. He also utilizes Functional Dry Needling, Blood Flow Restriction Training and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM).We discussed01:37 - Integrated Approach Between Coaches and Therapists04:56 - Movement-Based Rehab Philosophy08:27 - Building a Hybrid Performance and PT Facility33:36 - Limitations of the Insurance-Based Model37:13 - Functional vs. Arbitrary Progression Benchmarks25:46 - Assessment Strategies That Inform Training12:29 - Creating Gaps for Client Autonomy47:49 - Hiring and Building the Right Team22:28 - Why Referring Out Strengthens Your Practice1:00:14 - Payment Structure and Client CommitmentFind AndrewWebsite: Www.adaptperformanceandtraining.comIG - @adaptperformancecenter__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Feb 5, 20261h 5m

#178 - The Hybrid Athlete Blueprint - Cody Miller

In this episode, I sit down with the Strength Coach and Founder of Hoopie Hybrid, Cody Miller. Cody and I met in 2010, when we were both working at Robert Morris University and have been friends ever since. Cody spent over 10 years as a collegiate strength and conditioning coach before transitioning to tactical strength and conditioning 3 years ago. He runs and lifts (the kids call this “hybrid”) and is training for a 100-mile race in February. He cofounded Hoopie Hybrid with his beautiful wife, Cayt. It launched in January 2024 and comprises online, hybrid training groups and programs. Cody and Cayt enjoy hanging out with their two pitbull mutts, Millie and Ollie, and enjoy going to the beach every spare moment they can.We discuss:Cody's career trajectory from college strength and conditioning to the U.S military. Using your athletic pursuits to fuel your career. True effort comes from finding the extremes in your pursuits. Chaos, heart rate and zone training. An argument for zone 2 maxing. An argument against zone 2. Why must you practice what you coach? Being fit enough to push aerobic capacity. Using training to improve mental resilience. Creating wins and handling losses.Approaching an exercise modality where mechanical failure does not exist. The concept of durability and toughness. Eye-opening experiences in training tactical populations. A common person who can do uncommon things. Running won't affect gains… If you suck at both. Seasons of life and what's to come. Path dependency. The Biggest lesson for a young Cody. Greatest achievement as a coach. Find Cody:Website - hoopiehybrid.comInstagram - @hoopiehybrid @cody_hoopiehybrid @cayt_hoopiehybrid__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Feb 3, 20261h 7m

#177 - The Psychology of Getting Super Shredded - Joe Connolly

In this episode, I sit down with a previous guest of the Podcast—Joe Connolly, the Head Coach for Sports Performance Arizona State University Football.Joe is a Master Strength and Conditioning Coach (MSCC) who has revolutionized ASU’s sports performance program by implementing individualized, cutting-edge training systems, incorporating advanced technology, and cultivating a dynamic team across nutrition, sports science, and performance. Under his guidance, ASU athletes have achieved notable NFL success, including first-round draft picks Brandon Aiyuk (2020) and N’Keal Harry (2019), as well as other professional players.Prior to ASU, Joe served as Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at UMass, where he developed standout athletes, including Denver Broncos offensive lineman Elijah Wilkinson and All-American tight end Adam Breneman. Earlier in his career, Joe spent seven years at the University of South Carolina under Hall of Fame coach Steve Spurrier, contributing to six consecutive bowl appearances and coaching 45 NFL draft picks, including 2014 No. 1 overall pick Jadeveon Clowney. He began his career at Harvard, supporting 41 sports programs, and earned advanced degrees in strength and conditioning while competing in weightlifting and strongman events.A native of Barnstable, Mass., Connolly resides in Tempe with his wife, Shalona, and their two children, Cali and Cade.We discussed:02:30 - Motivation to Get Super Lean: Seeking Difficult Challenges05:03 - Understanding the Strain of Aggressive Fat Loss on Life08:03 - Joe's Pre-Diet Eating Habits: 100-200g Fat Daily12:46 - Shock of Eating Carbs & Losing Weight13:30 - Converting to Tracking: "I'll Never Not Track Again"16:35 - Birthday Cake Incident: Balancing Goals with Fatherhood23:12 - Implementing High-Low Training Day Protocol27:45 - Massive Visceral Fat Drop & Health Improvements39:42 - Decision to Push Past Sub-10%: "Fuck That, We're Going Eight"42:08 - People Asking If Joe Was Okay: Identity Shift Struggles48:47 - "Not as Hard as I Thought It Would Be"51:00 - Accountability: Getting Up at 3:45 AM Because They Need You51:52 - Discipline vs. Identity: Who You Are Determines Execution57:43 - Joe's Goals for Reverse Diet & Looking ForwardFind JoeWebsite: http://thesundevils.com/Instagram: @coachjoeconnollyX: @Coach_Joe28__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Jan 29, 20261h 2m

#176 - Systems, Pricing and Scaling: Solo Q&A Episode - Paul Oneid

Paul comes to you with a rare, but soon to be more regular solo Q&A episode of the podcast.He discusses:00:01 – Top 5 Questions00:46 – Knowing vs. Doing02:27 – Content Pillars03:38 – Lead Tracking04:05 – Calendar System04:20 – Grinding Problem08:07 – Pricing Strategy09:21 – Hybrid Practice10:40 – Value Increases12:19 – Grandfathered Rates14:48 – Scaling Readiness16:18 – Virtual Assistants21:03 – Starting Over25:46 – Burnout vs. GrowthSupport the podcast:Sponsors:•Next Level Strength Co (Code: ONEID): https://nextlevelstrength.shop/•X-Factor Labs (Code: ONEID): https://xfactorlabs.in/•TC Nutrition (Code: TCxONEID): https://tc-nutrition.com/•Bearfoot Shoes (Code: ONEID): https://bearfoot.store/Websites:•Master Athletic Performance (Coaching): www.masterathletic.com•Coaches Corner U (Mentorship & Education): www.coachescorneru.comNewsletters:•MAP Newsletter: https://masterathletic.com/newsletter824861•CCU Newsletter: https://coachescorneru.com/newsletter-4569Socials:•Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauloneid/•Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paul.oneid.5•LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-oneid-a92b64113/__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Jan 27, 202629 min

#175 - Building Humans Who Are Harder To Break - Tomasz Deren

Today I sat down with Tomasz Deren, who is a military strength and conditioning specialist, hybrid athlete coach, and ultra-endurance athlete with nearly two decades of experience building resilient, high-performing humans. He holds a Master’s degree in Physiology, is an Exercise Physiologist, and has spent over a decade working within the Canadian military, coaching everyone from everyday service members to elite tactical athletes. He’s also a two-time finisher of 100-mile ultramarathons, a former gym owner, and a lifelong strength athlete who believes performance should never come at the expense of durability, leadership, or family. Tomasz is the founder of The Warrior Collective and co-host of The Warrior Collective Podcast, a training philosophy and community built for those who lift heavy, run far, and refuse to separate strength, endurance, and aesthetics. His approach is battle-tested and science-backed—no gimmicks, no fear-mongering, and no random intensity. Whether working with soldiers, busy professionals, or competitive hybrid athletes, Tomasz focuses on building people who are harder to break, capable under fatigue, and disciplined in both training and life. At the core of his work is a simple belief: real fitness should make you more useful, more resilient, and better equipped to lead—on the battlefield, in the gym, and at home.We discussed00:05 From Insurance to Online Coaching05:00 Injury Reconditioning to Officer Development15:00 Opening and Closing a Successful Gym24:00 From Powerlifting to Running25:00 Why Ultra Running for a Strength Coach32:00 Identity Tied to Process Is Antifragile35:00 Two 100-Milers, Two Different Experiences45:00 Strong Enough and Fit Enough55:00 Working with the "Show Me" Generation1:00:00 Authentic Content CreationFind TomaszIG - @the_warriorcoSpotify - The Warrior Collective__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Jan 22, 20261h 4m

#174 - Mindset Mastery From An Olympian Sprinter - Edose Ibadin

This week, I got to sit down with Edose Ibadin, a coach and a 2024 Olympian for Team Nigeria in the 800m track event, a professional runner for Under Armour who went from being an average college athlete to an Olympian.We discussed00:48 - Average to Olympian02:41 - Speed-Endurance Balance13:03 - Post-Grad Reality19:27 - Cultivating Belief24:42 - Mental Breakthrough30:31 - First-Person Visualization35:19 - Process Over Outcome46:53 - Avoiding Comparison50:56 - Teaching as Learning1:00:03 - Be Your Own FanFind EdoseEmail - [email protected] - @eibadin__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Jan 20, 20261h 3m

#173 - Why Suffering is the Best Teacher for Coaches - Cayt Miller

Today I sat down with Cayt Miller, CoFounder of Hoopie Strength and Conditioning. Cayt grew up in Pittsburgh and spent 14 years as a competitive swimmer before falling in love with strength training and eventually competing in powerlifting. She’s spent the past eight years working primarily as a personal trainer, helping clients build strength and pursue better health. She is also a licensed massage therapist, though she is not currently practicing. Her personal story includes years of wrestling with a disordered relationship with food and exercise. The process of healing, discovering her values, and meeting her husband, Cody Miller, reshaped how she sees health, purpose, and the role fitness plays in a meaningful life. Today, she and Cody live in Alabama with their two pitties, building Hoopie Strength and Conditioning together. She is very multipassionate. Beyond coaching, she loves being the primary homemaker—cooking, baking sourdough, running a dog treat business, gardening, creating a home, and spending as much time outside as possible. Those hobbies anchor her pursuit of deep health and shape the whole-person approach she brings to her coaching.We discussed00:44 - Kate's background and Hoopie Strength05:01 - Disordered eating journey07:44 - Discovering powerlifting09:43 - Ruptured appendix moment16:11 - Identifying core values22:25 - Stillness and awareness29:52 - Three non-negotiables39:02 - Cardio mindset shift49:54 - The snooze button rule54:21 - Hoopy coaching frameworkFind CaytWebsite - www.hoopiestrength.comPersona IG - @caytmillerBusiness IG - @hoopiestrengthYouTube - @hoopiestrength__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Jan 15, 20261h 0m

#172 - Online Business From Old School to New School - Chandler Marchman

Today I sat down with Chandler Marchman, CEO of Marchman Strength, LLC. is a coach and mentor who helps clients and emerging fitness professionals navigate an overcrowded online fitness market with clarity and purpose. His work is rooted in his own turning point: becoming a father and realizing that the traditional, time-heavy bodybuilding lifestyle no longer aligned with the life he wanted to lead.That shift pushed him to re-engineer his entire approach to training and nutrition. He built a streamlined system centred on efficient kettlebell MetCon training and sustainable nutrition practices—methods designed to deliver serious results without sacrificing family, career, or quality of life.Today, he teaches men and fellow coaches how to build strong, lean, high-performing bodies while also building fuller lives. His mission is simple: empower men to look, lift, and live like the strongest version of themselves without being slaves to the process.We discussed06:00 - The Man Cave3:07 - Training Philosophy Evolution12:28 - Tiered Gym Model17:49 - Remote Coaching Pivot27:03 - YouTube Over Instagram27:54 - Content Consistency45:10 - Email List Power50:31 - Know Your Avatar53:48 - Relatable Over Shredded1:03:09 - Earn Your OxygenFind ChandlerWebsite - https://marchmanstrength.com/YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/goelitescInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/coachmandler/Skool - https://www.skool.com/kettlebell-warriors__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Jan 13, 20261h 6m

#171 - Ethics in Mentorship and Coaching - Austin Stout

This week, I sat down with Austin Stout, who is a coach, business owner and bodybuilder with a deep understanding of functional health and the ability to teach to a wide variety of people. His goal with each client is to maximize every area of their programming through science, anecdotal evidence, and practical experience. Control of lifestyle factors, such as stress management, that can improve overall results and quality of life, is also essential. The body and the mind are strongly interconnected, and ensuring that each body system works in unison is vital to success and long-term sustainability.We discussed0:38.52 - Ethics in the Mentorship and Education Space3:16.93 - Past Experiences Impact Your Ability to Connect with New Clients8:05.46 - People Want Connection More Than Ever9:59.51 - Teaching Coaches How to Think vs. Teaching Protocols12:46.71 - Why Education Uses Protocol-Based Models: Money and Ignorance13:56.98 - Marketing's Short Clips Can't Communicate Nuance16:25.26 - Business Courses Focus on Acquisition, Not Client Service17:57.75 - Service and Retention as the Foundation of Business24:12.44 - Your Content Determines Your Client Quality26:16.50 - Core Values Guide Every Business Decision32:44.54 - Learning from Sources Outside of Bodybuilding36:10.06 - Young Coaches Being Afraid to Have Hard Conversations43:26.63 - 50-75% of Coaching is Understanding People, Not Mechanisms48:49.27 - AI Can't Account for Individual Context50:27.26 - People Pay More for Things They Feel Connected To55:08.34 - Never Outsource Your Client CommunicationFind Austin:austinst8 | Facebook | Linktree__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Dec 30, 202559 min

#170 - Firefighting, Powerlifting, Fatherhood and Training Like a Pro - Carlos Reyes

Today I sat down with Carlos Reyes, who is a 3x Amateur Strongman National Champion, 1x Strongman National record holder (log press), 2101 total @ 242 raw, 6 2000+ totals, Lieutenant / Incident Safety Officer for the Bridgeport Fire Department (CT), Lead PT Instructor and Training Officer for the Bridgeport Regional Fire Academy since inception, Father to 1 son.We discussed02:45 | Carlos's Background: From Strongman to Powerlifting05:02 | Why Carlos Never Pursued Full-Time Coaching09:49 | Finding Greater Purpose in the Fire Service12:35 | The 24/7 Lifestyle Pre-Kids vs. Post-Kids21:04 | Understanding Trade-Offs in Decision Making24:00 | Balancing Fitness as Parents30:03 | Discovering Cardio by Accident36:28 | Longevity: Conditioning, Diet, and Injury Prevention40:42 | Isometrics and Assistance Work for Longevity43:45 | The Role of Diet in Reducing Inflammation49:08 | Identity Beyond the Platform1:02:08 | The Billboard Question: Try and Go All the WayFind CarlosIG - @creyes242__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Dec 23, 20251h 7m

#169 - How to Grow Your YouTube and Podcast Channels - Jim McDonald

Today I sat down with Jim McDonald, Co-Owner of Third Street Barbell in Sacramento, CA. Jim left the corporate world behind a couple of decades ago and became a consultant in IT and healthcare marketing. In the early 2000s, he discovered powerlifting and began to document its training and some of its greatest performances as an early YouTube fitness creator. He focused on visuals that helped the audience understand not only the technical aspects of powerlifting, but also the emotions that drive lifters to lift. Eventually, he created a chart-topping podcast along with Mike Farr just before the worldwide explosion in podcast listenership. His role at 3SB is both administrative and creative, and he’s finding the balance between those a day at a time.We discussed:02:00 - Background in Film and Audio Production04:00 - Getting Into Powerlifting and Content Creation08:00 - Cinematography Philosophy12:00 - Starting the Power Cast Podcast17:00 - Problems in Fitness Content24:00 - Time Investment in Editing34:00 - Authenticity and Validation40:00 - Ethics of Monetization50:00 - Opening Third Street Barbell56:00 - Future of Content CreationFind JimWebsite: thirdstreetbarbell.comEverywhere: @thejimmcd Instagram: @thirdstreetbb / @50percentfactd __________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Dec 16, 20251h 3m

#168 - A Life Journey of Fitness and Personal Growth - Dr. Alistair Jordan

Today I sat down with Dr. Alistair Jordan, who is a Section Head of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Partner, and Board Member of Advanced Medical Imaging Consultants, a group of roughly 60 physicians. He is a father to a three- and five-year-old, and married to the love of his life, Kimberly. He was born in Denver, Colorado, but moved to Cape Town, South Africa, when he was six months old. His parents are from South Africa, and they stayed there till he was seven before returning to Colorado. Alistar completed his undergraduate degree at Colorado State University, his master's degree at Loyola University, his medical school at Midwestern University, and his radiology residency at Dartmouth. We discussed01:23 - Origins of Fitness Journey6:06 - Childhood and Family Background12:06 - Wife's Role in Emotional Development17:19 - Relationship with Alcohol and Emotions25:44 - Data-Driven Training Approach32:52 - Lower Back Pain and Injury History35:22 - Basie Vertebral Pain Procedure43:22 - Fatherhood's Impact on Fitness52:12 - Self-Talk and Self-Compassion1:05:55 - Living in the PresentFind Alistair Website - www.amicrad.comFacebook - AMICRadiology__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Dec 9, 20251h 6m

#167 - Diet and Nutrition Are NOT the Same Thing - Erik Bustillo

This week, I sat down with Erik Bustillo, MS, RD, FISSN. He is the CEO of Erik Bustillo Consulting. He has been in healthcare/fitness for well over a decade. He is a Registered Dietitian, Fellow (and Certified Sports Nutritionist) of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, a Certified Sports Nutritionist, a Certified Strength Coach, a Certified CrossFit Level 2 Coach, and a Certified Personal Trainer. He earned his Bachelor's in Dietetics & Nutrition and his Master's in Applied Exercise Science and Sports Nutrition. He specializes in reading blood/lab values that have a direct effect on health and performance. Several fields of expertise are energy improvement, performance recovery, weight loss, working with professional/elite athletes, and stress management. Erik has experience in medical nutrition therapy and lifestyle/health coaching. He is a published author in several scientific journals. He is a world-renowned speaker and works closely with military groups, including armed forces groups of the United States of America, such as the Navy and the Army. One of his passions is educating, and he does this on many levels, from lecturing for sports teams, to guest lecturing at universities, presenting to tactical athlete groups, corporate wellness and helping other dietitians and coaches grow in their careers.We discussed01:52 - Eric's Background and Experience in Dietetics and Sports Nutrition09:04 - CrossFit's Impact on the Fitness Industry11:02 - Performance Nutrition vs. Health Nutrition15:04 - The Difference Between Diet and Nutrition17:45 - The Psychology of Food and Disordered Eating Patterns18:34 - The Diet Industry and Fear Mongering21:38 - Scientific Communication and Education in Nutrition28:56 - Building Trust and Using Empathy in Coaching31:31 - Motivational Interviewing and Client Autonomy34:43 - Client Decision-Making and Agency42:03 - Setting Realistic Expectations and Client Goal Management46:45 - Nutritional Strategies as Tools (Keto, Vegan, etc.)47:56 - Metabolic Flexibility and Training Strategies57:07 - Habit Change and Long-Term Sustainability1:02:50 - Social Pressures and Alcohol in Nutrition CoachingFind ErikLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikbustilloInstagram: @erikbustilloX: @erikbustillo__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Dec 2, 20251h 8m

#166 - Stoicism and Fitness - Jeff Steele

Today I sat down with Jeff Steele, the Founder/CEO of The Memento Mori Project. His clothing line is more than clothing; they offer a mindset. Their apparel is designed not only to be comfortable and aesthetically pleasing, but also to remain a constant reminder of how you live your life and to inspire others just the same. Jeff is not only a business owner but also a 37-year-old firefighter in Southern California, married to his best friend, Sasha. Together, they share a passion for health, fitness, and growing in every aspect of life.We discussed01:09 - Introduction to Stoicism and the Four Virtues09:26 - Brother's Motorcycle Accident10:47 - Brother's Influence and Lifestyle19:50 - Memento Mori and Starting the Brand26:13 - Personal Core Values: Integrity, Discipline, Resilience, Humility31:35 - Managing Anger and Going to Therapy34:19 - Removing Yourself from Toxic Environments46:04 - Giving Yourself Grace1:00:56 - Non-Negotiables and Love Languages1:04:10 - Billboard Message: Stop Existing, Start LivingFind JeffWebsite - https://themementomoriproject.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.memento.mori.project/__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Nov 25, 20251h 8m

#165 - Injuries, Identify, YouTube and the Fitness Business - Joey Szatmary

Today, I sat down with Joey Szatmary, who is the Owner of the business/brand "Szatstrength" and Lions Den Strength and Performance. Joey is a father and husband first, a Strength sport athlete, and most notably, a strongman. Joey’s accomplishments include: Pro Strongman, 2019 USS Overall National Champion for the 242 & 275 class. 2018 Team USA for 105kg class, taking third, PA Strongest man 2x, gym owner of 8 years, high school strength and performance coach, and lacrosse coach, and he has a YouTube channel with 137k subscribers.We discussed00:37 - Post-Surgery Pain and Recovery from Quad Tear09:59 - Identity Crisis After Winning Nationals13:41 - Ego Check and Self-Worth Beyond Competition17:17 - Self-Reflection: Doing vs. Being19:43 - How YouTube Started as a Training Log23:53 - Reaching Out and Collaborating with Brian Alsruhe26:44 - The Power of Asking and Saying Yes to Opportunities28:53 - Season of Yes vs. Season of No in Career31:42 - Abundance Mindset and Eliminating Competition34:06 - Gym Business Journey and Transitions40:00 - Following Your Passion and Leaning Into What Excites You46:14 - Recognizing Capacity Limits and Burnout Signals49:34 - Periodizing Your Life Like Training55:02 - The Critical Role of Spousal Support in Business58:06 - Defining Success Beyond External MetricsFind JoeyWebsite - szatstrength.netInstagram - @szatstrengthYouTube - @SzatStrengthPodcast - Becoming The Lion__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Nov 18, 20251h 7m

#164 - The Link Between Motivation, Discipline and Identity - Dr. Lisa Lewis

In this episode, I welcome back Dr. Lisa Lewis to the podcast to discuss the link between motivation, discipline and identity. Dr. Lisa Lewis is a licensed psychologist and certified addictions counsellor with a passion for fitness and wellness. She holds a master’s degree in clinical counselling psychology and a doctorate in counselling and sport psychology. She owns and operates Dr. Lewis Consulting & Psychotherapy, LLC, in Brookline, Massachusetts and online. Dr. Lewis is also the co-owner of Core Collective Brookline, a holistic gym and wellness center. As an educator, Lisa provides consultation and continuing education for nutrition, fitness, and wellness companies. She works individually with athletes, high-achieving executives, and fitness enthusiasts, providing both traditional psychotherapy and performance consultation. She also offers professional development and continuing education for coaches and fitness professionals, and regularly presents on topics such as motivation, mental health, exercise, and behaviour change.We discuss:00:01:44 - Discipline vs Identity00:03:12 - Self-Determination Theory & Types of Motivation00:04:50 - Integrated Regulation & Ingrained Habits00:12:39 - Habit Formation Timeline & Repetitions00:14:27 - Self-Efficacy & Building Competence00:17:03 - Competing Priorities & Life Barriers00:18:01 - Values, Priorities & Agency00:28:38 - Setting Expectations in Coach-Client Relationships00:32:34 - Motivational Interviewing for CoachesFind Dr. Lisa:Website: www.drlewisconsulting.com Courses: www.psychskillsforfitpros.com IG: @drlewisconsulting __________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Nov 6, 20251h 2m

#163 - Military as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist - Cody Miller

In this episode, I sit down with the Strength Coach and Founder of Hoopie Hybrid, Cody Miller. Cody and I met in 2010, when we were both working at Robert Morris University and have been friends ever since. Cody spent over 10 years as a collegiate strength and conditioning coach and then transitioned into the tactical strength and conditioning world. He runs and lifts (the kids call this “hybrid”). He cofounded Hoopie Hybrid with his beautiful wife, Cayt. It launched in January of 2024 and consists of online hybrid training groups and programs. Cody and Cayt enjoy hanging out with their two pitbull mutts, Millie and Ollie, and enjoy going to the beach every spare moment they can.We discussedThe psychology of doing hard thingsProject HeraclesHybrid athlete fundamentalsRunning methodologyPractical training considerationsWhy Zone 2-only training fails Paul's transformation from elite powerlifter to hybrid athlete at 225+ lbsThe scalability of fitness challenges Find CodyWebsite - hoopiestrength.comInstagram - @cody_hoopiestrength__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Nov 4, 20251h 5m

#162 - Resilience, Reality & Redefining "Enough" - Dominic Schultz

In this episode I sit down with Dr. Dominic Shultz to discuss his work empowering his clients and creating relationships to scale the impact and outcomes of his patients. Dom is a father of 3 who played college football for University of Minnesota from 2011 through 2015 and is a Doctor of chiropractic. He has worked as a Strength and Conditioning Coach since 2020 and opened his clinic Charge Health and Chiropractic in 2023.We discuss:Dom's journey from walk-on football player to chiropractorMental fortitude developed through adversityWhy he left the traditional chiropractic modelBuilding rapport and trust with patients who've been burned beforeThe hybrid model: manual therapy + training + online coachingUsing isometrics for pain relief and self-treatmentFinding your threshold as a business ownerThe loneliness of entrepreneurship and solving problems alonePartnership and choosing the right spouse in businessDefining "enough" vs. constantly chasing moreTaking charge of factors under your controlBest investments: mastermind groups and Class IV laserRecharge recovery business and future expansion plansBeing a guinea pig for yourself to better serve clientsFind Dom:Website: www.chargehc.comInstagram: @dr.domschultz__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Oct 30, 20251h 12m

#160 - Lessons From a 7 Figure Gym Owner - Nick Haince

Today, I sat down with Nick Haince, Founder and President of Capital Strength. He oversees all Sport Performance Programs at Capital Strength. He has been in the industry for 15 years and has worked with a wide range of ages, abilities, injuries and levels of sport. He has helped develop hundreds of local amateur, college and professional hockey athletes in his 12 years of Hockey performance development. He has guided athletes from AAA to Professional and continues to lead the CSTS Summer Hockey program alongside his Strength Staff. He is very proud of his team of Coaches and the community they get to work with every day. As a Kinesiologist, he has successfully worked with and rehabbed several post-surgery patients, including Knee Replacements (half and full), Hip Replacement, ACL reconstructions, and Shoulder and Hip Labrum surgeries.We discussed00:49 – Capital Strength (Ottawa) and what’s new01:12 – Community engine: run club, golf tournament, summer social02:01 – Recovery upgrades (sauna/cold plunge tweaks)02:37 – Movember charity Saturdays (donation workouts)05:39 – The “memberships/day” trap vs. making people feel part of something09:43 – Ads vs. brand: stop playing a game you can’t win15:32 – Landing page + welcome video + tightened SOP13:02 – Onboarding in the wild: free trial classes & first-timer protocol19:00 – Facility fit-out lessons (office/industrial → gym flow)20:53 – Being seen as “the gym + the clinic” (referrals both ways)22:04 – Grand opening: new clinic space25:06 – Hybrid offer: assessment + membership access to both sides44:08 – Leadership at scale: running a 16-person team44:42 – Staff buy-in: “hands-up” coaches & investing in engagement01:00:41 – Content moat: launching the Capital Strength PodcastFind NickWebsite - https://capitalstrengthts.com/Personal Instagram - @nhainceBusiness Instagram - @capital_strength_ts__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Oct 21, 20251h 1m

#158 - The Simple Fixes to Complex Coaching Business Problems - Stuart Brauer

Today I sat down with Stuart Brauer, founder of WTF Gym Talk and The Gym Real Estate Company. Stuart has 18+ years of experience in the fitness industry, where he owned his own gyms for a decade in Charlotte, NC and started a media and business consulting handle, WTF GYM TALK. Stu used the cash flow from his gym to purchase commercial real estate, which allowed him to "retire" from gym ownership at age 35. In 2021, he founded The Gym Real Estate Company to assist gym owners in leasing and purchasing buildings across the US.We discussed:00:01 – Stu’s background: from CrossFit to gym ownership to consulting03:11 – Using gyms to bankroll commercial real estate04:29 – Launching WTF Gym Talk and scaling into consulting05:45 – Brick-and-mortar vs. online coaching during COVID06:22 – Solving the “time for money” problem as a consultant08:41 – Leveraging real estate to increase income without charging clients more10:20 – The value of mentorship and hiring smarter people11:35 – Understanding client psychology by being a customer yourself14:22 – Delivering “unreasonable hospitality” in fitness businesses18:33 – Random acts of kindness and client surprise strategies online21:18 – Creating shareable media that elevates clients’ status24:21 – Retention: separating relationships from transactions25:07 – Being emotional about the member, not the membership27:49 – Why no client is truly “for life” (and how to love canceled clients)33:02 – Frameworks for client experience: the bow tie effect & win-ask method37:45 – Biggest mistakes gym owners make: neglecting HR and undercapitalizingFind StuartWebsites - wtfgymtalk.com and gymrealestate.coInstagram - @wtfgymtalk and @gymrealestate __________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Oct 14, 20251h 8m

#157 - The Harder You Work, The Luckier You Get - Tommy Stiles

Today, I sat down with Tommy Stiles, Owner of Stiles Strength & Performance Online Coaching. He is a national-level bodybuilder who lives in Scottsdale, Arizona. In his pas,t he was a firefighter/paramedic in the metro Detroit area. He is fascinated and obsessed with self-mastery and extreme discipline. The pursuit of self improvement and achieving goals consumes him and fuels his passion to coach and help others to do the same.We discussed:00:01 – Tommy’s background: athletics, coaching, and business ventures02:44 – Identity after sport: rebuilding purpose and direction06:15 – Curiosity as the driver of growth and opportunity09:58 – Building resilience through discomfort and friction13:10 – The “Chasing Edges” philosophy explained15:49 – Leadership lessons: serving others vs. chasing ego18:24 – Balancing ambition with presence22:40 – Relationships as mirrors for self-awareness and growth28:02 – Entrepreneurship lessons: betting on yourself and taking risks31:16 – High-performance habits that transfer beyond athletics36:04 – The role of storytelling in coaching and business39:21 – Navigating failure and reframing setbacks as opportunities42:37 – Building self-trust by keeping promises to yourself46:55 – Creating alignment between values, business, and lifestyle51:12 – Living on the edge: chasing discomfort to find what’s nextFind TommyWebsite - stilesstrength.comInstagram - @tstiles2YouTube - Tommy Stiles__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Oct 9, 20251h 15m

#156 - Your Story is Your Superpower - Gabriel Bryk

Today, I sat down with Gabrielle Bryk, who is the Owner of GYM GAB LLC and the Co-Owner of Bryksquad Barbell. Garbielle is a female-focused trainer who helps women regain their strength and confidence! In addition to being a trainer, she is a competitive Powerlifter and wellness bodybuilder.Timestamps:00:01 – Meeting at the Coach’s Room Mastermind & the Ascending Transaction Model02:41 – Free gifts, micro-commitments, and moving prospects to clients05:36 – Gab & Jeremy’s journey: 5 years coaching, 2 years running Brick Squad Barbell06:08 – Toxic gym environments and deciding to leave09:08 – The bad business deal that sparked their drive to open a gym12:19 – Finding their facility through Facebook Marketplace15:01 – Launching Brick Squad Barbell in a single day16:27 – Transitioning clients and building loyalty through service17:46 – Building community before equipment19:22 – Creating a unique “gritty 90s” gym vibe20:20 – Gab’s personal story: gymnastics, sports, and discovering training23:09 – Education in sports management and psychology24:25 – Starting Gym Gab during COVID26:18 – Outdoor and pop-up fitness classes that built community27:35 – Losing her class base when moving facilities and starting over28:48 – Growing group classes and the value of customer lifetime value29:52 – Why Gab still works a full-time job while running the gym33:14 – Stability, benefits, and supporting Jeremy’s online business36:34 – Long-term vision: family, gym ownership, and freedom39:05 – Business partnership dynamics with Jeremy (front-end vs back-end)43:04 – Professionalism and attention to detail (cleaning, culture, and standards)44:44 – Challenges of running a business with your partner46:00 – The biggest bottleneck: time, and how to invest it wisely49:33 – Gab’s superpower: serving women through fitness and empathy50:40 – Life challenges, resilience, and using psychology to help clients55:10 – Building confidence and community for women through lifting57:15 – Turning personal loss into deeper purpose and service58:39 – Why workouts aren’t the hardest thing your clients will ever doFind GabrielleIG - @gymgabproEmail - [email protected]__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Oct 7, 20251h 2m

#155 - Feel the Friction and Do It Anyway - Ryan Nosak

Today I sat down with Ryan Nosak, CEO and Head Coach for RyNo Strength. Ryan is the driving force behind RyNo Strength, a VIP personal training experience based in Chicago’s Lincoln Park that elevates both body and mind for busy professionals and ex-athletes. A defining moment in Ryan’s life came early: after losing his mother to cancer at age five, he turned to food for comfort, a path that led to serious health issues by junior high. Doctors pressured for immediate change. His discovery of strength training didn’t just reverse his health; it sparked a life‑changing transformation, fueling confidence, discipline, and self‑belief. Ryan then spent nearly a decade as a Division 1 strength and conditioning coach—then, in the tumultuous spring of 2020, he launched RyNo Strength on his own terms. Since then, he’s helped over 200 individuals reclaim their fitness, energy, and self‑worth through sustainable, science‑backed coaching and personalized strategy .Time Stamps:00:01 – Ryan’s coaching background and transition out of college athletics02:00 – Leaving DePaul during COVID to launch Rhino Strength04:21 – Mentality shift: high-performance athletes vs. general population05:18 – Bringing D1-level periodization and systems to everyday clients06:43 – “Every client is a professional athlete in their own life”07:23 – Impact: million-dollar 40-yard dash vs. teaching a mom to meal prep09:13 – Financial reality of college athletics vs. personal training freedom10:13 – Identity struggle: leaving behind the “college strength coach” title12:26 – Building freedom and presence as a husband and father17:22 – Early mistakes: “Swiss cheese schedule” and taking every client18:44 – Learning to set boundaries, block time, and respect family balance21:32 – Systems vs. personality: Starbucks consistency + mom & pop warmth25:05 – Coaching clients for long-term independence (“learn to train”)33:00 – Authenticity, vulnerability, and connecting through personal story41:02 – Social media as a business card, not the business itself48:31 – Friction in business: selling, content creation, and perfectionismFind RyanWebsite - https://rynostrength.com/Instagram - @ryan.nosak Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ryan.nosak TikTok: @ryan.nosak Threads: ryan.nosak LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-nosak-a39b0392 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ryno_strength__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Oct 2, 20251h 3m

#154 - A Guide for Rising Strength & Conditioning Coaches - Brandon Smitley

In this episode, I sit down with Performance Coach and Owner of THIRST (Terre Haute Intensity Resistance and Sports Training), Brandon Smitley.Brandon is a world-renowned strength coach and athlete with over a decade of experience. He has worked with athletes of all ages and levels in various facilities and weight rooms nationwide.Brandon earned his Bachelor’s degree in Health and Fitness from Purdue University and his Master’s in Physical Education and Coaching from Indiana State University. He has been honoured with Personal Trainer of the Year Awards from Purdue University and Indiana State University. Additionally, Brandon is a sponsored athlete with Elitefts and NutraBio.As a competitive powerlifter, Brandon holds the all-time world record squat in the 132-pound weight class with an incredible 567-pound squat. He also boasts a 330-pound bench press and a 510-pound deadlift in the same weight class, achieving a total of 1377 pounds, which ranks him 4th all-time.Brandon provides online coaching and programming to athletes worldwide. He has personally worked with over 200 athletes across the US, UK, France, Italy, Mexico, Canada, and other countries. We discuss:Brandon's background in bodybuilding and powerlifting. Became one of the strongest people on the planet. The path of education and internship Creating THIRST Gym and the semi-private modelBalancing being a lifter at heart while owning a business. Combining in-person training with online coachingHe found fulfillment within the coaching relationship with all different types of clients. The drive behind supporting youth athlete development changed in the young athlete population and addressing those needs. How do you make sure you can fill it in with people? What are the next steps for growth? Using YouTube to build a personal brandLeveraging social mediaContinually seeking mentorshipBeing a father The bill always comes dueFind Brandon:Website: THIRSTgym.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bsmitley/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bsmitley__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Sep 30, 20251h 4m

#153 - Controlling High Performance Variable - Jeremy Hartman

Today I sat down with Jeremy Hartman, Owner/Operator of Hartman Performance Training. Jeremy is a licensed educator and high school strength & conditioning coach based in Indianapolis, Indiana. He founded Hartman Performance Training, where he works with athletes ranging from youth sports to elite competitive powerlifters. He’s a six‑time USAPL National Champion, represented Team USA internationally, and earned gold in the deadlift and bronze in the bench press at the 2008 IPF World Championships. Jeremy was named USA Powerlifting Coach of the Year in 2023. His athletes have broken eight IPF world records and more than sixty U.S. American records, and collectively earned over 20 national titles. Known for his effective communication and high athlete engagement, Jeremy blends motivational speaking with evidence‑based coaching. He’s a sought‑after presenter at events like the SWIS Symposium. In 2024, Jeremy was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award for Contributions to Strength and Conditioning at the prestigious SWIS Symposium in Canada. This recognition celebrates his lasting impact on the field and his ongoing role as a sought-after speaker at international events, where he continues to educate and mentor coaches and athletes alike.We discussionPaul and Jeremy catch upCoaching at high school nationalsIncreasing retention to work with clients long-termCreating a culture in person and translating that onlineBuilding community for engagementCoaching youth athletes for longevity in the sportRaising the floor vs chasing the ceilingDiscussing world games in ChinaJared Martin’s tragic story of loss and successControlling variables that add up over timeManaging the athlete's mindset under stress and adversityThe post-meet period and dealing with the emotional energy dumpLessons learned through coaching high-level athletesMaking sure you are continuing to make challenges within trainingHow do you divide attention among all athletesInvolving everyone in the processLevelling up the other coaches on the teamThe best way to grow the coaching toolboxHow to learn coaching soft skillsBeing very intentional with your timeSecond-guess decisions vs taking actionIn-person education in the current social media environmentWhat is Jeremy most excited about?What is the next level of growth for Jeremy?Networking with people to continue to learnFind JeremyWebsite - https://www.instagram.com/hartmanperformance/?hl=enInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/hartmanperformance/?hl=enFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/HartmanPerformanceTraining__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Sep 25, 20251h 7m

#152 - Finding Alignment and Scaling Your Business - Alan Howard

Today I sat down with Alan Howard, Founder, The Path. Alan is a powerful and transformative coach who has an uncanny ability to cut through the bullshit and facade to see a man at his core. Before coaching, Alan built and sold two businesses, travelled the world for 6 years, and embarked on many adventures to deepen his self-understanding; living with an indigenous tribe, travelling to 20+ countries, and opting to live in a pitch dark room for several days to meet himself.Timestamps:00:01 – Alan’s background: building, selling, and walking away from businesses02:00 – 48 hours in darkness: self-love, visions, and identity03:35 – Why discomfort reveals who you really are06:00 – Self-love as defending your beliefs & building confidence07:44 – Paul’s “Who are you?” question and identity beyond roles12:00 – Transition from entrepreneur to coach & landing first clients17:11 – Coaching style: calling BS, trauma release, and tuning into authenticity19:01 – Fitness coaches as caricatures: staying connected to self & clients20:23 – Advice for coaches making 5–20k/month: fear as the compass23:32 – Amateurs vs. professionals: taking action without attachment26:00 – Alignment under pressure: holding vision even with financial risk28:14 – Redefining success: money vs. waking up loving your life32:18 – Your brand as the moat: no one can steal your story34:12 – Why we avoid “bad emotions” and how to sit with them53:47 – Beyond motivation & discipline: living in flow and trusting yourselfFind AlanWebsite - https://the-path.com/Instagram - alan__howardYouTube - @alan_howard__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Sep 23, 20251h 8m

#151 - Looking Back and Thinking Forward - Jason Colley

I’d like to welcome Jason Colley back to the podcast. The last time he was here, we recorded the episode entitled Finding Simplicity Within The Complexity. Jason is a Coach, Personal Trainer and Owner of Personal Trainer U, Jason Colley.With 15 years of unwavering commitment to the fitness industry, Jason brings an exceptional blend of academic expertise and real-world knowledge to every client he serves. Born and raised in Chicago, Jason’s journey toward becoming a premier personal trainer was not only driven by academic excellence but also by a passion for fitness. Jason has a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and Human Performance and Fitness from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa. This academic foundation provided him with an in-depth understanding of the intricacies of the human body, biomechanics, corrective exercise, and injury prevention, which he seamlessly integrates into his training approach.The crown jewel of his career is PersonalTrainerU (PTU), a fitness institution where he serves as the Owner and Head Personal Trainer in Nashville. Here, his commitment to excellence shines through as he mentors curious minds, nurturing their growth and providing the best possible guidance to their clients and the future of personal training.We discussed:00:57 – Why Jason started speaking openly online04:02 – Critical thinking and filtering bad info05:27 – Balancing authenticity with presentation08:52 – Content struggles and YouTube long-form strategy11:06 – Surface-level vs. advanced education12:29 – Defining your ideal client13:41 – Content as marketing (prospects → leads → customers)15:01 – Educating clients without overwhelming them17:31 – Relatability, physique, and personal brand22:30 – Your personal brand as the moat around your business25:29 – Leaning into discomfort to improve communication29:40 – Why discomfort is essential for growth32:50 – Thinking ahead: building the coach you’ll be in 6–12 months37:06 – Case studies and mentorship for personal development39:40 – Passion vs. chasing dollars41:48 – Sharing your story as a responsibility45:58 – Cutting through training fads and staying grounded48:04 – Serving a specific audience with aligned values49:56 – Finding your through-line in content53:00 – Closing thoughts: truth, discomfort, and growthFind JasonWebsite: http://www.personaltraineru.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasoncolleyptu/__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Sep 18, 202555 min

#150 - The CEO of the Weightroom - Gary Mahabir

Today I sat down with Gary Mahabir, Owner of Mahabir Fitness and Sports LLC. Gary has been an NSCA-CPT since 1995, originally from Trinidad and Tobago, living in New York City. Mahabir Fitness and Sports LLC is an online and in-person personal training service company specializing in helping aging men over 40 and busy corporate executives transform their bodies and lifestyle using appropriate and effective exercise programs and nutritional concepts. Gary owned and operated Knockout Performance, a kickboxing for fitness and personal training studio in Brooklyn from 2017 to 2020. He is also a Renzo Gracie NYC Muay Thai Instructor, a former Mr. Teenage Trinidad and Tobago 1990 bodybuilding champion. He is 55 and on a mission to show and teach other men that they do not have to accept the narrative that vitality and function must diminish with age.We discussedFrom starting training at 9 years old and being jacked at 55 years oldContrasting in-person and online trainingYour ability to communicate is the gateway to resultsUsing language to unlock the perception of hardshipTraining is a parallel for lifeEliminating aging words from his vocabularyIdentifying with age, physical decline, and injuryThe CEO mindset in the boardroom vs the gymGap in patience but motivation is highExercise as an anchor habitAlways having goals to work towardsZen Gary discusses ‘being” as a skillsetCreating relatability and showing the productObserving and listening vs speaking just to hear your voiceFind MahabirWebsite - mahabitfitness.comLinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mahabir-b5900b9__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Sep 16, 20251h 5m

#149 - Being Who You Are - Jim Hallinan

Today I met with Jim Hallinan, who has been a teacher for 25 years, with a Master's in Exercise Science and Sport Nutrition. He has written a high school curriculum in Applied Nutrition and Kinesiology and implemented it at his school as an elective. He has been coaching online for nearly 10 years, focusing primarily on nutrition and lifestyle change, and more recently, has been running groups doing the inner work to help people discover their strengths, values, and overcome self-sabotage to live a more authentic life.We discussedPublic school teacher to online coachStarting a business without a plan and just actingGiving away value for freeThe mindset around taking actionFinding something you loveUnlocking a level of awareness over self within coachingThe journey of personal development in coachingSharing your storyBeing a product of your productWorking specifically with menEmotional regulation and coping strategies as a barrierEscapism and lacing presenceLanguage and choice of words with clientsCreating a safe space for vulnerability withou egoEmpathy and enabling….there is a differenceQuick hitsFinding yourself is the greatest gift you can giveFind JimWebsite: www.othersidelifestyle.comInstagram: jimmynutrition__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Sep 11, 20251h 6m

#148 - How Sex Coaching Parallels Fitness Coaching - Jenna Switzer

Today, I sat down with Jenna Switzer. Jenna is a holistic sex coach who helps high-achieving humans build strength where it matters most: in confidence, connection, and pleasure. With a background in yoga, anatomy, and sexual wellness, she guides clients to deepen their mind-body connection and heal nervous system imbalances so intimacy becomes a superpower.We discussedHow does one become a sex coach?Parallel thinking in your practiceAllowing passion to guide vs a rulebookHow to develop trust in the coaching practiceCreating a safe space for clients within themselvesThe concept of vulnerability in communicationBlending the esoteric with the scienceGuilt and shame as a barrier to objectivityWhen your superpower becomes your achilles heelComplexity as a copeIs there a parallel between your ability to form relationships and your business model?Educating clients with the onboardingFind JennaWebsite - www.jennaswitzer.comInstagram - @jenna_switzer__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Sep 9, 20251h 4m

#147 - Don’t be Dogmatic About Anything - Andrew G Berry

Today I sat down with Andrew G Berry, who is a coach in the bodybuilding and fitness industry, working with NPC and IFBB athletes as well as general population clients. Having been involved in personal training and coaching for over 20 years, Andrew brings a wealth of knowledge and training to his clients. Andrew spent many years working with and under John Meadows of Mountaindog1 fame and credits a lot of his approach to the guidance and friendship he had with John. Andrew's proudest moment as a coach has been helping his wife, Rachae,l turn pro at the 2017 NPC Nationals and coaching her through her IFBB Pro bikini career. He resides in Tampa, Florida, with Rachael and their dachshund son, Percy.We discussed:Doing a few shows and then starting to help people for freeTurning personal training into a businessCoaches need to work for freeLearning from forums and message boardsLinking up with John MeadowsWorking under a brand while building your ownEgo, coaching and finding mentorsGoing to the source to get the full pictureEvidence based practice and critical thoughtWorking with clients and how to gather and give feedbackBodybuilding is a privilegeCan bodybuilding have a dark side?Bodybuilding as an anchor to life and creating structureThe evolution of bodybuilding over 3 decadesEthics in coachingGetting type cast as a coach through marketingIntegrity and respect in the coaching relationshipNo one cares, work harder… kindaFind AndrewWebsite - bodyberry.comInstagram - @berryswoleYoutube - UNWRACKEDPODCAST__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Sep 4, 202554 min

#146 - Who is the man behind CCU? - Paul Oneid & Guest Mike De La Pava

In this episode, we have something a little bit different. I am interviewed by one of my best friends, guest Mike de la Pava. I am usually the one behind the interview, but now you get a deeper look to learn about me as a man, a mentor, a coach, and an athlete. We discuss:00:00 – Intro & why MDLP is hosting01:34 – Stoicism, emotional mastery & alignment06:01 – Precision, data & recovering from injury09:51 – Thoughts, feelings, actions & self-audit13:10 – Anti-fragility & rebuilding identity15:38 – Starting Coach’s Corner University (CCU)18:24 – Vision for CCU’s future mentorships21:00 – Leading in every area of life24:01 – Therapy, solitude & learning through failure31:06 – Victory vs Winning on the bodybuilding stage34:49 – Returning to athleticism after injury38:06 – Quad tear: hospital thoughts & recovery mindset44:06 – Struggles with being a burden48:10 – How Liv shows up as a partner and leaderTo find Mike:Instagram: @thebattleaxgymWebsite: www.battleaxegym.com__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Sep 2, 20251h 5m

#145 - Coaching at the end of life - Isaac Taylor

This week, I sat down with Isaac Taylor. Isaac is a former powerlifter and strength and conditioning coach who transitioned from the world of performance and fitness into healthcare. Now a practicing physical therapist, he specializes in cancer rehabilitation and palliative care, blending his background in strength training with a commitment to improving the quality of life for patients facing serious illnesses.We discussedPaul and Isaac’s connectionIsaac’s journey from strength and conditioning to physical therapy, cancer rehab and palliative careDiving into your interests and curiosityThe gift of movement with chronic illnessImplementing coaching strategies with palliative populationsLearning empathy with clients, in contrast to the way we treat ourselvesCreating a relationship with clients as your authentic selfIssac’s different approach to his workDrawing parallels between palliative care and coachingWhat is the biggest lesson learned from end of life?Contemplating deathCreating boundaries emotionallyTactical errors commonly seen in practiceInformation gathering in coaching and clinical practiceThe beauty of humanityFind IsaacEmail - [email protected] - @isaactayor97__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Aug 26, 20251h 1m

#144 - 5 Days Out & Coaching Q&A: Beliefs, Supplements, and Onboarding Done Right - Solo Episode

A little bit of a different episode today I kick things off with a quick prep update (5 days out!) and then dive into a big Q&A session. If you’re a coach, you’ll want to listen all the way through—I’m giving away some of my best systems and strategies for free.I discuss:Why compartmentalization is a myth and how your life operates as an ecosystemThe belief shifts that changed the way I coach and liveFat loss supplements like L-Carnitine and NAD+ (what’s worth it, what’s not)When it’s the right time to hire a coachA perfect client onboarding example you can steal todayHow to manage your time as a coach without overdelivering yourself into burnoutAnd more…__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Aug 21, 202523 min

#143 - 1st Time Bodybuilding Prep with Olivia Oneid - Claire Currie

Today, I sat down with Claire Currie, a doctoral student in Physical Therapy based in San Antonio, Texas. With a background in competing in single-ply powerlifting and strongman, Claire has spent the past several years working with Olivia for nutrition coaching. Now in prep for her first bodybuilding show, Claire continues to push new boundaries under Olivia's guidance, who now oversees both her training and nutrition. Her passion for human performance, resilience, and education drives both her academic and athletic pursuits.We discussedClaire’s fitness journey starting with powerlifting, strongman, and finally bodybuildingWhich sport was the hardest?What goes into the decision to compete?Coaching conversations that need to happen with a first-time competitorRelationship with food in bodybuildingDealing with “prep feels”How do you use bodybuilding to improve as a person?Using your coach as motivator and validatorThe power of transformation physicallyThe show day experienceBeing fully present and proud of the journeyWhat comes now?The reverse diet processFirst thing you ate off stageThe biggest challenge in prepFind ClaireLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-currie-171ab0209/Email - [email protected]__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Aug 19, 202552 min

#142 - Coaching Lessons from Seal Team 6 - Scott Weaver

Today, I sat down with Scott Weaver, a retired former Special Forces EOD Operator with multiple combat deployments within the SEAL Teams. High-level competitive Adaptive athlete and strongman. Master's strongman, youth and adult strength and conditioning coach.We discussed24 years in the Navy includes the Seals, finishing with Seal Team 6Using injury as a spark for further growthThe identity battle with a major injuryLessons learned from the comebackThe gift of fatherhood and teaching them through your experiencesTraining for the special forcesWhat does leadership mean?Fondest memory from the militaryThe best leader Scott’s ever worked withMost proud moment as a coachFind ScottIG - @thescotweeves__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Aug 12, 20251h 6m

#141 - Women’s Lacrosse, Discipline and Mentorship - Nicole Shattuck

Today I sat down with Nicole Shattuck, who is the Senior Sports Performance Coach, Duke University Sports Performance (Women’s Lacrosse, Women’s Rowing) S&C Personnel, USA Lacrosse Women’s National Teams (Box, Sixes). She joined Duke Sports Performance in August 2021 and has been with USA Lacrosse since October 2023. She is the Chairperson for the NSCA Lacrosse Special Interest Group. She is not only a coach but also an author. Her publications include “Strength Training for Lacrosse” (Human Kinetics, 2024). Contributing author for Ch. 4 “Handbook of Strength and Conditioning, 2nd edition.” Routledge, 2026. Contributing author to the Lacrosse chapter.We discussedStarting in the high school level and beginning as a volunteerWhen do you need to burn the shipsYou have to have faith that the investment will pay offFinding your niche and specializing in women's lacrosseHow do you create buy-in with your athletes?Walking the walk as a coachProudest moment as a coach is about outcomes, it's about peopleThe grass isn’t green just because money isHow has the industry changed as a female coach?You don't need to have a chip on your shoulderGetting involved with the NSCAPaying forward mentorshipNew tech developments in sports scienceTech should confirm not drive decision-makingDisciple in the coaching practiceCreating habits through disciplineAre athletes different now?Quick hit questionsBilboard messageFind NicoleWebsite - https://dukesportsperformance.squarespace.com/Instagram - @nsca_lacrossesig, @dukesportsperformance, @nicole_lilia__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Aug 5, 20251h 0m

#140 - Building a Gym with Real Community - Jeromy Bryk

Today I sat down with Jeromy Bryk, Owner + Head Coach at Bryksquad Barbell in North Royalton, OH, Elite Powerlifter, Natural Bodybuilder- servicing clients around the world in powerlifting, bodybuilding and general fitness.We discussedJeromy’s journey to gym ownershipUsing COVID as an opportunity to launch a businessWhy open a gym and make it profitable?Creating a hybrid semi-private business modelContrasting in-person vs online coachingCultivating a communityHow did you start in the online space?Growth and iteration to scaleThe personal growth journeyCreating boundaries in your businessBuilding a business with your wifeFalling in love with training through footballContinuing to compete while the business growsBeing the ideal for your client while also being relatableManaging goal setting for yourself and your businessWhat’s next for the businessBalancing growth in the communityHow do you prioritize business with passionMeet plansBillboard messageFind JeromyWebsite - https://taplink.cc/bryksquadbarbellInstagram - @bryk_squuaadd X - https://x.com/bryk_squuaadd?s=21__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Jul 31, 202559 min

#139 - Independent Business Growth - Craig Adams

Today, I sat down with Craig Adams, Owner and Head Coach at Lose Gain Win Coaching. With 20 years of hands-on experience with in-person training space, he works with high-performing, career-focused individuals who, on their way to success, have paid the price—physically, mentally, and in their most important relationships. Through strategic fitness and nutrition programming, along with mindset coaching, Craig helps his clients rebuild their foundation by restoring confidence, energy, and clarity so they can lead in every area of their lives.We discussedHow Craig and Paul metCraig's journey as a trainer, coach, and entrepreneurWhat’s missing in education for coachesThe relationship as the pillar to create progress - multiply revenue streams and keeping busyBeing relatable and showing yourself in relationships in marketingDealing with failureBiggest learning opportunity in coachingHaving multiple irons in the fire and staying organizedMaking money vs earning moneySaying yes vs no to opportunitiesBeing the example for our clientsManaging high performing clientsCreating parallels and translatability of skillsGetting back into bodybuilding later in lifeFind CraigWebsite - losegainwin.comInstagram - @coachcraigadams__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Jul 15, 20251h 9m

#138 - Train Heroic and Being Your Best - Josh Sutchar

This week, I sat down with Josh Sutchar, Co-founder + Director of Sales at TrainHeroic. Josh is a father of 2 (3rd coming in August), an average athlete who was lucky enough to play college football for Jim Harbaugh, cofounded TrainHeroic alongside Ben Crookston in 2012, and is 14 years into his journey at TrainHeroic with the mission to empower coaches with the (tech) tools to help their athletes be their best.We discuss:Meeting over coffeeStarting Train HeroicBringing tech into the weight roomGrowth through solving problemsBuilding a tech company without any tech knowledgeDeciding on “yes” vs. “no”The goal is to finish the missionDoes the chase ever get overwhelming?Managing personal life while building the businessCreating relationships in network buildingPerspective shifts in parenthoodGrowing pains in a leadership roleGetting acquired by a bigger corporationHow a growth mindset brings in opportunitiesWhat’s the end game?How do you stay motivated when the chips are down?When things growth, things breakThe future of Train HeroicFind JoshWebsite - www.trainheroic.comIG - @trainheroicjosh__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Jun 26, 20251h 2m