The Foundry Method

Alphonso Thompson is the First Team Strength & Conditioning Specialist for Minnesota United FC of Major League Soccer. His work focuses on athlete performance, injury prevention, recovery, and helping professional soccer players meet the physical demands of an MLS season. As part of Minnesota United's high-performance staff, he collaborates with coaches, sports scientists, athletic trainers, and medical professionals to maximize player readiness and long-term health.Follow Him: https://www.instagram.com/fonzy_thompson?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/foundrymethodmedia

In this episode of the Foundry Health Podcast, host Collis Stutzer sits down with Marcus Block, founder of Ambition Performance, to unpack his evolution from competitive athlete to coach to gym owner.Marcus breaks down the mindset shifts required at each stage—moving from individual performance to developing others, and ultimately to building a business rooted in culture, standards, and results.

In this episode of The Foundry Method, host Coach Collis Stutzer sits down with Hallie Young, a public health professional and group fitness trainer. They dive deep into the real-world challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle within modern systems that often prioritize convenience over wellness.What we cover in this episode:Systemic Challenges: Exploring how our environments—from urban design to economic factors—influence our health choices and contribute to the obesity epidemic.The Power of Community: Why working out together and having social support is a game-changer for long-term health success.Mindset & Gratitude: Moving beyond aesthetics to appreciate what our bodies can do and building a more compassionate relationship with ourselves.Overcoming the "All or Nothing" Trap: Practical advice on starting a fitness journey and the importance of consistency over perfection.Actionable First Steps: Halle’s advice for anyone looking to start strength training today.Connect with us:Hallie Young: Find her programs and newsletter at foreveryoungfit.org and follow her on Instagram @foreveryoungfit_.Coach Collis Stutzer: Go to www.foundryhp.com for more insights on health, fitness, and high performance.If you found value in this conversation, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear this today!#TheFoundryMethod #HealthAndWellness #CommunityFitness #PublicHealth #StrengthTraining #MindsetShift #HealthyHabits

This episode of The Foundry Method features Heather Gillett sharing her journey as a military spouse and how constant moves and life abroad shaped her perspective on resilience and routine. We dive into how she first found her way into fitness, what drew her into the bikini competition world, and the biggest lessons she took away from that intense experience. Heather also helps unpack common misconceptions women have about strength training, especially the fear of “bulking up,” and explains how lifting can be a powerful tool for confidence, longevity, and everyday life.Find Out More About Heather Here:https://www.instagram.com/heathergillett_fit/?hl=enFind Out More About Collis Here: www.foundryhp.com

In this episode, I sit down with Pete Moore, Managing Partner at Integrity Square and founder of Beyond Activ, the leading advisory and investment group in the HALO sector — Health, Active Lifestyle, and Outdoor.We touch on a rarely discussed skill in business: empathy. Pete breaks down how being a compassionate hunter, someone who pursues deals, partnerships, and growth with respect and understanding.This conversation covers:Why empathy is a performance advantage in leadership and deal-making.How the “HALO” ethos reframes health and business around integrity and impact.The psychology behind being both a hunter and a human in the advisory space.How To Support Pete Moore: https://higherdose.com/https://www.integritysq.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/peteymo/