The Strength Connection
Michael Kurkowski
Connecting with the top minds in strength to share stories, insights and experiences to help the world get stronger everyday!I'm Michael Kurkowski, strength coach, Kettlebell Instructor and everyday strength seeker for over 13 years. The world of strength is riddled with so much information and marketing that it can be downright impossible to know what is best for you. From reading, studying, and practicing over the years, I've found how impactful being strong is to everything we do in our lives. But the thing that helped me more than anything is connection.Connecting with others and hearing about their experiences, their stories in life has given me a better education and understanding of living a strong life than anything. After co-hosting the very popular Breakthrough Secrets Podcast, I created The Strength Connection to speak with the best of the best to help the audience live stronger, healthier and happier lives.Strength has different meanings for all of us, whether it be physical, mental, or spiritual. But being stronger and knowing how helps all of us. Enjoy the show!
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Apr 23, 2024 • 52min
Ep 235 Jaime Filer: The Inner Outer Strength System
Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!Get ready to run through a wall after hearing this woman.On the 235th episode, I am joined by Jaime Filer, coach, author, speaker, and Founder of Filer Fitness.Jaime’s energy is so infectious, and the amount of knowledge and wisdom she shares in this episode is incredible.Jaime dives into how she got into her coaching career, her time writing for major publications, and key steps to creating a system of success in health and life.Check out more from Jaime on IG at jaim91.
Apr 18, 2024 • 52min
Ep 234 Artemis Scantalides: Coaching to Corporate to Coaching
Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 234th episode, my friend and colleague Artemis Scantalides comes back on the show after a couple very interesting and insightful years.Artemis has been a successful coach in the strength and conditioning industry for 14 years, but in 2021, decided it was time for her to step away, and enter a new chapter of life outside of coaching. Now, after this experience, she has come back, and in this episode, we dove into what made her want to step away, what life is like in the corporate world for individuals in health, and what she is doing now to help support women transitioning into a new phase of their lives.Check out more from Artemis on IG at Iamtheartemis.
Apr 15, 2024 • 54min
Ep 233 Andrew Coates: Building Fitness the Right Way
Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 233rd episode, Andrew Coates is back on the show to share his insights and wisdom into building a business and brand in the Fitness Industry. He is an international speaker and writer for major publications such as Muscle and Fitness, T-Nation, Kabuki Strength, and Men’s Health. Along with this, he still trains full-time with clients and hosts the popular podcast Lift Free and Diet Hard.It’s been a bit since Andrew joined me, and since that time, his message and wisdom has massively expanded. His clear, concise, and authentic approach to connecting with others has been so admirable to see, and I asked him to come on to speak about building a brand the right way, balance in work and life, keys to effective communication, and staying true to yourself.Follow Andrew on IG at Andrewcoatesfitness or check out his website at www.andrewcoatesfitness.com.
Apr 11, 2024 • 54min
Ep 232 Steven Webster: Fitness Technology in 2024 and beyond
Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 232nd episode, I’m joined by Steven Webster, founder and creator of ASENSEI, the groundbreaking technology in movement recognition that marries artificial intelligence with athletic insight.Steven is a hybrid of the movement and tech worlds, being a champion martial artist and 10-time national karate champion coach, as well as an engineer who worked with both Adobe and Microsoft in movement technology.His program ASENSEI is the first and leading program that captures not just individual movement, but analyzes it to determine the best course of action for coaches to help maximize athletic potential.To check out more from Steven and ASENSEI, follow him on LinkedIN, and go to asensei.ai for more information.
Apr 2, 2024 • 19min
Ep 231 One Truth we don't Talk about Enough
Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 231st episode, I recap the biggest takeaways from the previous interviews, as well as one question from an attendee at a recent presentation I gave that made me ponder the truth about coaching, mindset, and daily struggles we encounter.There is a big difference between being a person and a persona, and we can easily fall into one without knowing it.I go into all of it here on this special solo episode.
Mar 26, 2024 • 1h 1min
Ep 230 Nora Matthew: Elite Strength Secrets
Welcome to the Strength Connection!In the 230th Episode, I connect with Nora Matthew, SF Elite Instructor, and founder/owner of Her Strength Studio.I’ve known of Nora for some time, but recently got to connect with her and see the incredible work she is doing for the woman in her studio, and had to have her join me on the show.From sprinting in college, going to the UK to teach, finding kettlebells and StrongFirst principles, Pregna-fit and coaching strength for prenatal and postnatal woman, and the keys to staying consistent in your training…all in this episode!Check out more of Nora’s work at.Herstrength.studioInstagram at:Coach_nora_matthewHer_Strength_Studio
Mar 19, 2024 • 52min
Ep 229 Scott Allan: Do the Hard Things First
Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 229th Episode, I'm joined by Scott Allan, best selling author and transformation coach all the way from Kyoto, Japan.Scott has authored over 20 books published in 16 languages, and over 200,000 copies sold worldwide, he is on a mission to transform the human potential. As a former corporate business trainer in Japan, and Transformational Success Strategist, he has invested over 10,000 hours of practice and research into the areas of confidence development and mindset mastery training.Check out his latest works on Amazon, and at scottallanpublishing.com
Mar 15, 2024 • 18min
Ep 228: 3 Big Takeaways on Strength
Explore the mastery of the kettlebell press, blending training methods, and identifying strengths and gaps. Follow Paul's journey of personal mastery and the importance of discipline and flexibility. Learn the significance of action over knowledge and accumulating volume over depth for long-term growth.
Mar 12, 2024 • 53min
Ep 227 Nicki Hoffman: Find Your Edge
Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast!In the 227th episode, I’m joined by an unbelievable woman. Nicki Hoffman, founder of the E.D.G.E High Performance Coaching came on the show to talk mindset, the difference in high performers, and what it takes to create the next level in personal growth.I’ve known Nicki for a while, but this was the first time I got to connect deeply on her journey, experiences, and knowledge on Neuroscience, mental resilience, and how to break through barriers holding you back from your best self.An absolute joy of a conversation with so many golden nuggets of wisdom!To get an incredible coaching gift from Nicki, hit the link below!https://thrivecoach.link/yq1Ke4vY
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Mar 8, 2024 • 58min
Ep 226 Tim Anderson: All Day Strength
Join the captivating conversation as Tim Anderson discusses his latest book on building strength in every aspect of life. Discover the power of thought in shaping your physical self, unconventional methods for physical resilience, and measuring exertion across various life domains. Preorder Tim's book now for transformative insights!
