The Strong and Kind Podcast

In this episode of the Strong Kind Podcast, David Hagerty speaks with Luke Tulloch, a strength and conditioning coach, about his journey from Australia to Sweden during the pandemic, the challenges of online coaching, and the importance of focusing on training principles. They discuss the psychological aspects of training, the role of compassion in coaching, and how societal expectations affect perceptions of aging and performance. The conversation emphasizes the need for clarity in goals, the significance of stress management, and the value of enjoying the training process.Follow Luke:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_luketulloch/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindnessChapters00:00 Journey to Sweden: A Pandemic Story02:38 Cultural Contrasts: Australia vs. Sweden05:43 Navigating Parenthood and Information Overload08:47 The Importance of Focus in Training11:34 Periodization and Specialization in Fitness14:42 Clarifying Goals: The Values of Training17:45 The Psychological Aspects of Training20:48 From Rugby to Personal Training: A Career Path23:50 Aging and Fitness: Embracing Change24:15 Reconnecting with Physical Activity30:06 Understanding Stress and Its Impact36:24 Compassion and Self-Care42:14 The Role of Belief in Performance45:29 Practical Tips for Training Success

In this conversation, Laura Gordon shares her extensive athletic journey, including her experiences with injuries and surgeries that shaped her perspective on fitness and mental health. She emphasizes the importance of compassion in training and how it can foster community and support. Laura discusses the integration of mental and physical health, the role of courage in personal growth, and the challenges men face in expressing emotions. The conversation highlights the significance of social support in facilitating change and the need for a compassionate approach to fitness and training.Follow Laura:https://www.instagram.com/laurahealthpsych/Follow Dave: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindnessChapters00:00 Laura's Athletic Journey and Injuries02:53 The Shift in Athletic Identity and Self-Compassion05:56 The Role of Compassion in Fitness08:57 Transitioning from Law to Mental Health Counseling12:12 Exploring Courage in Health Psychology14:53 Understanding Emotional Safety for Men18:06 The Importance of Narrative in Therapy21:00 The Interplay of Physical and Mental Health23:57 Creating Safe Spaces in Fitness Training37:16 Exploring Attachment Theory in Physical Rehabilitation38:58 The Psychological Barriers to Change39:57 Understanding Human Behavior Through an Anthropological Lens43:05 The Role of Social Support in Behavior Change44:47 Shifting Perspectives on Training and Self-Worth47:53 The Evolution of Competitive Mindsets51:01 Lessons from Endurance Training and Ironman Experiences58:56 Navigating Modern Challenges and Community Building

In this conversation, David Hagerty speaks with Nick Smith, a physical therapist and strength coach, about his journey in the healthcare system, the challenges faced by physical therapists, and the lessons learned from grappling and Jiu-Jitsu. They discuss the importance of competition, the role of community in sports, and how these experiences translate into parenting. Nick emphasizes the need for resilience, the acceptance of failure, and the importance of finding balance in training and life.Follow Nick: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smithforgedsc/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindnessChapters00:00 Introduction to Nick Smith's Journey04:56 The Valley of Despair in Physical Therapy09:44 The Unique Experience of Working with Athletes14:41 The Allure of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu19:47 Lessons Learned from Sports and Jiu-Jitsu24:48 Training for BJJ: Balancing Strength and Skill29:49 The Long Game in Powerlifting and Athleticism32:48 Navigating the Belt System in Jiu-Jitsu35:54 The Psychological Aspects of Competition41:44 Reframing Competition as a Learning Experience47:52 Parenting Lessons from Jiu-Jitsu and Competition

SummaryIn this episode of the Strong Kind podcast, David Hagerty interviews Nick Cherry, the organizer of the Broken Anvil Backyard Ultra. They discuss Nick's journey into long-distance running, the mental and emotional challenges faced during ultra races, and the therapeutic benefits of running. The conversation also touches on the importance of discipline, consistency, and mindfulness in both running and life, as well as Nick's personal journey towards sobriety and how it has impacted his running and overall well-being.Follow Nick:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acrossthecriknic/?hl=enSign Up For Next Year's Broken Anvil Backyard Ultra:https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130360Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness/shortsChapters00:00 The Journey to Fitness During the Pandemic02:13 The Mental Aspects of Long-Distance Running06:59 Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation Through Running12:18 The Human Connection in Ultra Running17:16 Inspiration from Competitors and Personal Growth21:15 Daily Discipline and Athletic Roots24:17 Navigating Pain and Movement27:54 The Pain Cave: Life Lessons from Ultra Running29:47 Finding Balance in Life's Challenges32:28 The Power of Goals and Consistency38:00 Sobriety and Facing Reality41:31 Managing Addictions and Finding Joy42:48 Getting Started with Ultra Running

In this episode of the Strong Kind podcast, David Hagerty interviews Chris Speed, a coach and owner of Ronin Strength in the UK. They discuss various topics including athletic training, the importance of inclusiveness in sports, mindset in training, and the balance between strength and conditioning. Chris shares his insights on coaching, the significance of measurement in progress, and the joy of exploring different physical qualities. The conversation emphasizes the journey of training and the importance of engagement in the process, as well as Chris's long-term goals and challenges in his athletic journey.Follow Khrys: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kdotspeed/ Follow: Dave Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindnessChapters00:00 The Origin of Speed: A Personal Journey04:06 Rugby: Lessons in Movement and Inclusivity06:53 Training Philosophy: Balancing Strength and Speed10:10 The Importance of Basics in Athletic Training13:04 Mindset in Training: Overcoming Mental Barriers16:01 The Role of Measurement in Progress19:10 Navigating Training Peaks and Plateaus22:14 The Sweet Spot: Finding Balance in Training25:09 The Evolution of Training Philosophy28:11 Language and Mindset in Coaching30:56 The Predictive Nature of Performance33:54 Exploration vs. Exploitation in Training37:08 The Role of Variety in Athletic Development40:11 Long-Term Goals: Finding Meaning in Challenges43:13 The Importance of Sensitivity in Movement46:01 Engagement in the Process: The Journey Matters49:09 Crafting a Balanced Training Program52:11 The Big Picture: Enjoying the Climb55:04 Future Aspirations: Continuous Growth and Challenges

In this episode Dave is joined by Dr. Eliza Sampey.Eliza is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a concussion specialist, and a former professional ultra-endurance mountain biker.We covered what got Eliza into mountain biking competitively, and how a serious traumatic brain injury ended her career.We also covered her road to recovery and how concussion and brain injury can be very tricky when it comes to recovery.If you've ever wondered what it like to live in a van, compete in ultra endurance events, and how challenging a brain injury can be to recover from, this episode is for you.Follow Eliza:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizasampey/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

This episode of The Strong and Kind Podcast is with Carl Richards.Carl is a Financial Planner turned author. He has a fascinating journey from struggling to convey ideas about planning and finances to creating simple frameworks for people to understand.Carl's book, The Behavior Gap, is an amazing read that will help you rethink how you use money and how you behave.Thanks for being here.Follow Carl:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behaviorgap/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

This episode of The Strong and Kind Podcast is all about tennis. How to train for it. How to think about the game. And the joy of playing for life. I am joined by Matt Kuzdub who has been coaching tennis for over 15 years and playing since he was a kid. This was a great episode. Matt has a wealth of knowledge and is a ton of fun to chat with. Enjoy! Follow Matt: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattspoint_tennis/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

This episode of The Strong and Kind Podcast is all about tennis. How to train for it. How to think about the game. And the joy of playing for life. I am joined by Matt Kuzdub who has been coaching tennis for over 15 years and playing since he was a kid. This was a great episode. Matt has a wealth of knowledge and is a ton of fun to chat with. Enjoy! Follow Matt: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattspoint_tennis/Follow Dave: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

This episode of The Strong and Kind Podcast is with Meagan Schwarzrock.Meagan is a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist who helps people navigate pelvic floor pain and dysfunction.Meagan was and still is an athlete who went through her own journey with pelvic pain. Now she is using her experience and her expertise to help others navigate pregnancy, pelvic pain, and life.We talked:Perfectionism and All or Nothing MindsetManaging Pelvic Floor Symptoms with TrainingEntrepreneurismAnd much moreFollow Meagan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepelvicconfidencedoc/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

This episode of The Strong and Kind Podcast is with Adam Meakins.Adam is a seasoned Physiotherapist from the United Kingdom.He has cultivate a no nonsense approach to helping humans navigate pain, and build optimism in their bodies.This was a valuable and fun conversation. Thanks for checking it out.We talked:-Silly narratives in pain and rehab-Navigating uncertainty and finding enjoyment-Being authentic and humanFollow Adam:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adammeakins/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

This episode of The Strong and Kind Podcast is with Greg Chaplin.Greg is a musician, a Physical Therapist, and a coach who has had an amazing journey from chronic pain back to performance.This was a fun conversation with Greg and we covered a lot of ground that will hopefully help people gain some insight on their health and fitness journey.We talked:Overcoming Chronic PainNeck TrainingManaging Our MindsFollow Greg:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaplinperformance/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChaplinPerformanceFollow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

This episode of The Strong and Kind Podcast is with John Flagg.John is a coach, a clinician, and a world class powerlifter.John is the author of Foundational Strength: The Basics for Starting Training.We talked:Life Lessons in TrainingLifting ProgrammingFoundational StrengthThis episode is a great lesson for coaches, clinicians, and anyone wanting to learn more about the lifelong journey of training.Buy Foundational Strength here:https://us.humankinetics.com/products/foundational-strength?srsltid=AfmBOoqdyRB9QkQwtwBzL1rfhZygpKEjReBoeOzg5IvU_UCHivg6sqZUhttps://www.amazon.com/Foundational-Strength-Basics-Starting-Training/dp/1718216017Follow John:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john.rebuild_stronger/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

This episode of The Strong and Kind Podcast is with Mark Novak.Mark is a firefighter, a coach, and a Dad.Mark runs The Strong Dad Club which is all about helping dad's become the strongest, fittest, and healthiest versions of themselves so they can be present with their kids.This was a fun chat with Mark!We talked:-Why training is so important- Breaking through mental resistance-Developing good habits-Tasty treatsFollow Mark:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrongdadclub/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

This week on The Strong and Kind Podcast Dave chats with Mike Sell.Mike is a gym owner, bodybuilder, nutrition and strength coach, and a self proclaimed food critic.Mike actually prepped for a show by eating nothing but Chick-Fil-A. He won that show by the way.Mike and Dave discussed-Sustainable eating-Food narratives-Building good habitsThis was a great episode! I hope you enjoy it!Strength and Kindness,DaveFollow Mike:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeyswell/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

This episode of The Strong and Kind Podcast is with Dr. Jacob Templar, DPT.Jacob is a Physical Therapist, an educator, and a lifting enthusiast.He is also a strong science communicator.We got into a lot of important topics including:-Managing Complexity-Social Determinants of Health-Clinical Decision Making and Managing PainThis was a great episode and I hope you find it meaningful. I know I did.Follow Jacob:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strengthinevidence_physio/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

This episode of The Strong and Kind Podcast is with Alex Sterner.Alex is a BJJ Black Belt, a Strength and Conditioning Coach, and a meathead.This episode covered training for combat sports and much more.We talked:Being a good communicatorTraining and rehab for combat athletesCombatting unhelpful narrativesFollow Alex:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alex.sterner/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElectrumPerformanceFollow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

Strength training for running has been made too complicated.This week on The Strong and Kind Podcast I sat down with Victoria Sekely.Victoria is Doctor of Physical Therapy, a running coach, and a cool human.This episode touches on running and strength training.We also had some deep conversation about:-Athletic Identity-Proper Fueling for Running and Life-Being Kind to Ourselves and Enjoying The JourneyFollow Victoria:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trainsmartrunstrong/Website: https://www.trainsmartrunstrong.com/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

Good rehab isn't always sexy, and often getting really good results with athletes and patients is less about what you do for them and more about what you help them understand.This episode with Quentin Willey, DPT.Quentin has a lot of experience throughout the training and healthcare landscape.This was a great conversation that coaches, clinicians, students, and athletes can all benefit from.We talked:-Good Rehab-Training and Pain-Continuing to Pursue Athleticism Throughout LifeFollow Coach Q:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_q_physio/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

On this episode of The Strong and Kind Podcast I sit down with Coach Mitchell Davis.We got into the nitty gritty of why understanding and practicing various forms of philosophy can help people navigate the uncertain of life.If you are a coach, practitioner, or someone who loves to train this is for you, and it will help you consider philosophical principles that will help you in and out of the gym.We talked:-Stoicism-Why People Fall for Fads-Navigating UncertaintyFollow Mitchell:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_mdavis/Follow Dave:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness