From Pain to Performance with Dr. Sean Pastuch

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The Strong New York Podcast

Kenny Santucci

57 episodes

18 hours ago

Being STRONG is more than just how much weight you can lift. The Strong New York Podcast is dedicated to inspiring you to become your strongest self- in the gym, in business, in relationships and in life. Join Kenny as he sits down with his strong as fuck buddies and shoots the shit on what it takes to be strong willed, strong minded and physically strong. Season one features everyone from entrepreneurs and local business owners to doctors and industry leaders in the fitness and wellness space. With over a decade of experience, Kenny Santucci has made himself known as one of New York City’s top trainers and a thought leader in the health and wellness industry. After transforming his life at 15 years old through fitness, Kenny made it his mission to transform the lives of those around him. Kenny has trained some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, including Jon Bon Jovi, Liev Schreiber, and Frank Ocean, and has been tapped as a fitness expert sharing his training approach with Men’s Health, Men’s Journal, Runner's World, SHAPE, Well+Good, among other publications. Kenny is the creator of STRONG New York, NYC's only Health and Fitness Expo. Strong New York is an immersive day of workouts, wellness experiences, panel discussions, and inspiring conversations with the best in-class wellness professionals, industry leaders, and change makers who are sharing their expertise on today's hottest wellness trends and first-hand experiences on how to optimize your overall health and life. You can find Kenny at The Strength Club, his private training and group strength training facility in the heart of Manhattan located on 28th and 5th Ave in New York City.

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From Pain to Performance with Dr. Sean Pastuch

The Strong New York Podcast

1 hour 5 minutes

1 month ago

From Pain to Performance with Dr. Sean Pastuch

In this episode of The Strong New York Podcast, host Kenny Santucci sits down with Dr. Sean Pastuch, founder of Active Life, for a deep dive into the future of fitness and pain-free living. Dr. Pastuch shares his journey from physical therapist and chiropractor to becoming a leading voice in redefining what it means to coach, train, and truly help people.

Together, they unpack the epidemic of chronic pain impacting more than 50 million Americans and the often-overlooked mental health ripple effects that come with it. Dr. Pastuch breaks down how he’s empowering fitness professionals to address chronic pain with integrity—through ethical sales, better education, and effective programming.

The conversation also explores personal stories, stress management, the state of the fitness industry, and sharp business lessons that every coach, trainer, or entrepreneur can learn from.

This episode is a must-listen for fitness pros and anyone passionate about building stronger, healthier humans.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:44 Sean's Journey and Active Life Mission

01:11 The Importance of Addressing Chronic Pain

01:59 Community and Fitness Philosophy

06:06 Challenges in the Fitness Industry

19:32 Value and Accountability in Personal Training

33:32 Balancing Multiple Jobs and Creating Meaningful Work

33:53 Paying Staff Well and Setting an Example for Business Owners

34:27 Challenges of Taxation and Financial Struggles

34:47 Perceptions of Wealth and Success

36:21 The Reality of Hard Work and Financial Growth

40:24 Turning Points and Personal Growth in Business

43:55 Handling Stress and Business Problems

50:26 Public Engagement and Fitness Advice

56:01 The Importance of Stress Management and Personal Well-being

01:02:06 Final Thoughts and Book Recommendations