From Firefighter to Fitness Entrepreneur

“It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up.” - Babe Ruth 

Sounds simple enough right, just don’t quit. Many of the greatest of all time (GOATs) in their respective sport or career are known to chant this famous mantra. 

However, when this principle is applied in your life, in all areas of your life, it can have massive impact and ripple into everything that you do. 

Today’s guest on Strong By Design is Jason Meland, a fitness and media coach, who teaches and inspires others to use their story and voice for impact. If creating content on social media and growing a business is of interest to you then this episode is a must listen. Jason teaches: Be seen. Be heard. Be impactful. 

Host Mike Westerdal and Jason talk about Jason’s passion for fitness, his early years as a firefighter/EMT, his American Ninja Warrior skills and how he’s changing lives today. 

"Not taking ‘no’ for an answer on something you’re passionate about… Rules are meant to be re-written sometimes.” - Jason Meland 

Time Stamps  

01:31 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 

03:43 – Get to know Jason Meland, and how he got into fitness 

10:04 – Jason on helping others achieve their health and fitness goals  

11:12 – Jason shares his transition from a firefighter to a fitness and media coach 

15:25 – The power of not taking ‘no’ for an answer 

20:56 – Why should you surround yourself with supportive people? 

25:45 – Jason on creating growth from hardships