Coaching Greatness with Todd Durkin

Jun 11, 2025

Todd Durkin, a world-class coach and founder of Fitness Quest 10, discusses the journey to coaching greatness. He shares insights from his latest book, emphasizing the necessity of coaching from within to empower athletes. Todd opens up about overcoming personal challenges like burnout, which deepened his coaching approach. He also introduces Impact X Performance, a unique fitness and coaching franchise that blends faith and recovery. Furthermore, he highlights the meaningful work of the Durkin Impact Foundation, focusing on community support and mental health initiatives.

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INSIGHT

Peaks and Valleys Define Growth

The height of your successes defines how deep your valleys can be.
Overcoming low points builds empathy and deeper coaching ability.

ANECDOTE

Coach Wolf’s Life-Changing Mentorship

Coach Wolf mentored Todd from a young age and changed his life profoundly.
His support during Todd's father's passing left a lasting impression of true care.

ADVICE

Build and Walk Champion Habits

Great coaches develop championship-level habits through repetition and consistency.
Leading by example and consistently showing gratitude fosters respect and success.

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Episode 410 of the Strength Coach Podcast brings you a powerful conversation with world-class coach, trainer, author, and speaker Todd Durkin, who shares invaluable lessons on coaching greatness.

Highlights of the episode:

- Todd talks about his latest book, *Coaching Greatness*, a coaching manifesto filled with principles and stories that define what it takes to be a great coach.

- We spoke about the importance of coaching from the inside out and empowering athletes and clients to achieve their best both physically and mentally.

- Todd shares how personal challenges, including overcoming burnout and physical pain, shaped his ability to coach at a deeper level.

- Discover the mission behind Todd’s new fitness and coaching franchise, Impact X Performance, combining fitness, recovery, and life coaching in a faith-based approach.

- Hear about the incredible work of the Durkin Impact Foundation, supporting education, mental health, and suicide prevention through scholarships and initiatives.

This episode is a must-listen for coaches, trainers, and anyone passionate about making a difference in others' lives. Todd’s authenticity, energy, and commitment to changing lives will leave you inspired and ready to take your coaching to the next level.

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Thanks for tuning in! Don’t miss this incredible episode with Todd Durkin as we dive into the art of coaching greatness.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:09 - Todd Durkin: Coaching Insights

04:04 - Depth of the Valley: Overcoming Challenges

11:41 - Facing Challenges: Unique Perspectives

16:40 - Mentorship: The Power of Guidance

17:50 - Coach Wolf: Leadership Lessons

23:45 - Walking the Walk: Leading by Example

26:30 - Out Care Your Competition: Differentiation Strategies

29:50 - Great Coaches: Inside Out Coaching Philosophy

38:15 - Coaching Tree: Lessons Learned

41:33 - Impact X Performance: Enhancing Potential

50:18 - The Impact Foundation: Community Engagement

54:51 - Impact Foundation: Mission and Vision

55:16 - Last Words: Final Thoughts

55:41 - Let Me Know You Listened: Audience Engagement