In this episode of Fitness Candor Podcast we welcome Marc Hudson, a former staff sergeant in the Air National Guard and current airline pilot, who is also entering the online strength coaching space. With unique insights into balancing a demanding flight schedule and a commitment to fitness, Marc shares his transformative journey from a pre-diabetic pilot to his first powerlifting meet and how he's building a successful online coaching business. Marc's journey into strength training has not only improved his own health but also inspired him to help others, particularly fellow airline pilots, navigate their way to a healthier lifestyle. Learn about his personalized coaching approach, which incorporates realistic nutrition plans and adaptable workout routines tailored for the demands a pilot's lifestyle.  Marc's instagram Marc's Linktree All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Stay hydrated with LMNT electrolyte drink mix.  Visit www.drinklmnt.com/eric for a free sample pack with your order of any flavor LMNT.  Ten Thousand is a men's activewear brand dedicated to providing the world's best training gear. Get 30% off your first order by visiting www.TenThousand.cc.  Stay fresh with Defense Soap products. Get 10% off every order without a subscription by visiting www.defensesoap.com.   

In this episode of Fitness Candor Podcast, we dive into the world of creatine with our guest, Scott Forbes. Scott is an associate professor in the Department of Physical Education Studies at Brandon University and an adjunct professor at the University of Regina, Canada. His extensive research on nutrition, exercise interventions, and creatine supplementation has made him an authority on the topic. In this episode, we explore the evolving reputation of creatine from a "meathead" supplement to a versatile health aid. Scott shares insights into how creatine benefits not just athletes but also older adults and the general population. We discuss the science behind creatine, its effects on muscle, bone, brain function, and the cognitive benefits that are turning heads in the scientific and fitness/health community. Scott's Instagram Scott's email All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Stay hydrated with LMNT electrolyte drink mix.  Visit www.drinklmnt.com/eric for a free sample pack with your order of any flavor LMNT.  Ten Thousand is a men's activewear brand dedicated to providing the world's best training gear. Get 30% off your first order by visiting www.TenThousand.cc.  Stay fresh with Defense Soap products. Get 10% off every order without a subscription by visiting www.defensesoap.com.   

In this episode of the Fitness Candor Podcast, we welcome my long-time friend and online client, Chris Ban, to discuss his online fitness coaching experience. Chris has been training with me since August 2021. We dive into the challenges and benefits of online coaching and how it fits into a busy work and family schedule. Chris recounts his athletic background, the importance of fitness in his life, and how his training evolved with the birth of his son. He emphasizes the flexibility and tailored approach of online coaching, allowing him to maintain a consistent workout routine despite a busy schedule. We explore how online coaching has been instrumental in overcoming physical challenges and achieving fitness goals, even when life gets hectic. Whether you're considering online coaching or looking for ways to prioritize your health, this episode offers valuable insights and real-life experiences.   All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Stay hydrated with LMNT electrolyte drink mix.  Visit www.drinklmnt.com/eric for a free sample pack with your order of any flavor LMNT.  Ten Thousand is a men's activewear brand dedicated to providing the world's best training gear. Get 30% off your first order by visiting www.TenThousand.cc.  Stay fresh with Defense Soap products. Get 10% off every order without a subscription by visiting www.defensesoap.com.   

In this episode Dr. Michael Mash, the founder of Barbell Rehab, shares his journey from a high school baseball player to a leading expert in integrating strength training with rehabilitation. We discuss the challenges of managing pain and injuries in fitness, with a focus on the importance of maintaining movement and making small adjustments rather than complete overhauls to training programs. Michael emphasizes the role of mindset in recovery and offers practical tips for coaches working with clients experiencing pain. For more insights and tips, follow Michael Mash on Instagram at Barbell Rehab and visit the Barbell Rehab website. All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Stay hydrated with LMNT electrolyte drink mix.  Visit www.drinklmnt.com/eric for a free sample pack with your order of any flavor LMNT.  Ten Thousand is a men's activewear brand dedicated to providing the world's best training gear. Get 30% off your first order by visiting www.TenThousand.cc.  Stay fresh with Defense Soap products. Get 10% off every order without a subscription by visiting www.defensesoap.com.   

Barbell Logic's own Andrew Jackson shares his story about he went from being a Pac 10 first team all conference rower at Oregon State, earning a bachelors degree in computer engineering and master in engineering management, serving in the US Navy, then working in the aerospace and electronics industry for a decade to being a strength coach.  We discuss what tools are needed to be an online coach and how to figure out if you’re a good fit for online coaching. https://www.instagram.com/andrewbarbender/ All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Stay hydrated with LMNT electrolyte drink mix.  Visit www.drinklmnt.com/eric for a free sample pack with your order of any flavor LMNT.  Ten Thousand is a men's activewear brand dedicated to providing the world's best training gear. Get 30% off your first order by visiting www.TenThousand.cc.  Stay fresh with Defense Soap products. Get 10% off every order without a subscription by visiting www.defensesoap.com.     

Ryan Huber discusses his fitness business journey and then we dive into trying to bridge the gap between strength training and physical therapy. https://www.instagram.com/huberhealthandperformance/   All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl  

Jonathon Sullivan (Coach Sully) is co-author of The Barbell Prescription and is the owner of Grey Steel Strength and Conditioning in Farmington, Michigan. His focus is on the use of strength training in middle-aged and elderly populations as a way to improve function and fight the diseases of aging. We discuss his transition into strength coaching and how the fitness industry can relay a prescription based approach to the population it serves. https://www.youtube.com/c/GreySteel/featured https://www.instagram.com/thebarbellprescription/ All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!  

Robb Wolf is a former research biochemist and 2X New York Times/Wall Street Journal Best-selling author of The Paleo Solution and Wired To Eat, and co-founder of LMNT an electrolyte supplement. Robb joins the podcast to discuss why sodium has been demonized and why we need adequate amounts based on our activity level. https://robbwolf.com https://join.thehealthyrebellion.com The Healthy Rebellion Radio The Science Behind LMNT All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl   Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!

Nick Delgadillo runs operations for The Aasgaard Company and is Head of Corporate Development for Starting Strength Gyms.  He joins FCP to discuss the the difference between training with barbells, dumbbells and machines. Have we finally put the debate to rest?  https://startingstrength.com/author/nick-delgadillo Instagram All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!

Grant Broggi is a Marine Officer, Starting Strength Coach and owner of The Strength Co. in Orange County, CA. Grant and I discuss the current fitness standards for different military branches and how soldiers can improve their outcomes by using basic barbell exercises.  Instagram Twitter https://www.thestrength.co Army Combat Fitness Test All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!    

Mike Reed simply needed lighter plates to continue his strength training linear progression. He quickly learned how the market needed a quality, American made product as well. So, thankfully, he left his corporate job to start Micro Gainz. We discuss the ups and downs of building a business and a couple of things Micro Gainz has in the works.  https://www.microgainz.com Contact https://www.instagram.com/microgainz/ https://www.facebook.com/microgainz/ All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl   Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!  

CJ Gotcher joins the podcast to discuss some ideas about how we can improve as coaches and how to differentiate a good coach from a bad coach.  cgotcher@barbell-logic.com https://www.facebook.com/christian.gotcher https://www.instagram.com/cjgotcher/ All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!  

Marie Kunkel Worsham shares her journey into strength training and how she became the Head Coach of Starting Strength Cincinnati (opening Summer 2021).  @marie_barbell Starting Strength Podcast - Careers in the Fitness Industry All show sponsors:  https://linktr.ee/ericfeigl Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!

Juliette Gonzalez is a Registered Dietitian and barbell coach at The Strength Co. in Orange County, CA. Her article "What Women Should Know about Barbell Training" inspired this podcast. She shares why she started barbell training and what she wants other women to know about the process.  https://www.thestrength.co/what-women-should-know-barbell-training/ https://www.thestrength.co https://weightsandplates.com The Strength Co. email  Jules@thestrength.co Weights and Plates Nutrition email juliette@weightsandplates.com   Are you looking to send more customized workouts to your clients? Try TrueCoach by using this link and earn you $50 in account credit when you sign up. https://app.truecoach.co/sign-up?referralCode=d885308b71   Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!

Matt Reynolds is the founder and CEO of Barbell Logic which one of the largest online strength coaching companies. He joins the podcast to discuss the benefits and importance of "voluntary hardship".   https://barbell-logic.com Barbell Logic Instagram Matt Reynolds Instagram   Are you looking to send more customized workouts to your clients? Try TrueCoach by using this link and earn you $50 in account credit when you sign up. https://app.truecoach.co/sign-up?referralCode=d885308b71   Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!

Robert Santana is a Registered Dietitian, Starting Strength Coach, and Owner/Founder of Weights & Plates Strength and Nutrition Center in Phoenix, AZ. We discuss The Nutrition Linear Progression and how it can help you or your clients get the most out of training.  robert@weightsandplates.com https://weightsandplates.com Instagram   Mentioned articles:  https://weightsandplates.com/health/protein-and-barbell-training/ https://weightsandplates.com/nutrition/the-nutrition-linear-progression/   Are you looking to send more customized workouts to your clients? Try TrueCoach by using this link and earn $50 in account credit when you sign up. https://app.truecoach.co/sign-up?referralCode=d885308b71   Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!

**I apologize in advance for the choppy audio on my end. I swear to never recored with AirPods again.  Luke Schroeder discusses his strength journey and how a passion to help other people led him to opening Starting Strength Cincinnati.  https://cincinnati.startingstrengthgyms.com lschroeder@startingstrengthgyms.com Are you looking to send more customized workouts to your clients? Try TrueCoach by using this link and earn $50 in account credit when you sign up. https://app.truecoach.co/sign-up?referralCode=d885308b71   Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!

Blake Wilson and Katie Roche are the owners of Dominion Strength Training. They manufacture high quality weightlifting belts right here in the USA. We discuss how they got started in the business, considerations for choosing a weightlifting belt, and why training makes us better at handling other aspects of life.  Head over to www.dominionstrengthtraining.com for an American made belt.   Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!

Just a quick message to say thank you and to look ahead at what's next for Fitness Candor.  Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!

My long time friend, college roommate and former training partner Jason Warner jumps on FCP to discuss his journey to college athletics and how he make it a priority to stay strong and healthy for his family many years later.  Please visit http://bit.ly/fitnesscandorpodcast, click View in iTunes, go to Ratings and Reviews at the top and leave a rating and/or review! That would be helpful for both of us and get our conversation to more people!