

The Strength Connection
Michael Kurkowski
Exploring Strength: Body, Mind and Spirit. The Strength Connection goes beyond the gym to uncover the lessons, stories, and wisdom that build resilience and purpose in every area of life. Join host Michael Kurkowski as he connects with world-class coaches, athletes, and leaders to reveal what true strength really means.
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Dec 25, 2023 • 35min
Ep 214 14 lessons of 2023
It’s been an amazing year on the Strength Connection Podcast!So many incredible people joined me on the show, sharing their stories, insights and experiences in strength, success, and life.On this special solo episode, I wanted to share the biggest lessons I’ve learned in 2023, and how they have impacted my life in fitness, mindset, relationships, entrepreneurship, and living everyday.Thank you all for being a part of this journey with me!

Dec 21, 2023 • 57min
Ep 213 Clifton Harski: The Kettlebell Athlete
I’ve been pumped to talk with Clifton for a while now.Clifton Harski is the creator of the Functional Kettlebell Training (FKT) program, a system designed to maximize athletic performance through Kettlebell training.Clifton is a veteran of many modalities, being a 21 year veteran of Kettlebells, Animal Flow, Movnat, and strength and conditioning.With his main training mission being “what will help me be the best basketball player?”, he has taken numerous philosophies of training to combine them into the FKT program.Check out more of Clifton’s work at:IG: cliftonharskiSite: getppsc.com

Dec 17, 2023 • 53min
Ep 212 Jonathan Goodman_ The Obvious Choice
In the 212th Episode of the Strength Connection Podcast, Jonathan Goodman joins me on the show!Jon has been one of the great coaches, writers, and entrepreneurs in the fitness industry for over 15 years, creating world renowned platforms such as the Personal Trainer Development Center, and QuickCoach Training, and Online Trainer Academy.He recently made a post on his SM about the 20 mindset shifts that have been massively helpful to him in his most recent years in training, business, and family life, leading him to write his newest book.In this episode, Jon and I dove deep into some of these insights, including the power of being an amateur, finding what you are irrationally passionate about, and everything in between.To check out more of Jon’s work, IG: @itscoachgoodmanWebsite: theptdc.comCheck out Jon’s podcast: The Obvious Choice

Dec 13, 2023 • 9min
Ep 211 Michael Kurkowski: Building your Self-Confidence
In the 211th episode of the Strength Connection, I speak with you directly in a special solo chat on recent updates on the podcast.Talking about the Unveiling Strength Seminar, the Harmony of body, mind and spirit in total strength, and the main quality we all want more of: Self-Confidence.To check out more, make sure to subscribe here for all new content available every week!To check out the Unveiling Strength Seminar, click on the Register button below to grap a copy now!https://forms.gle/aas2dpmZjnNFBUYc7

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Dec 6, 2023 • 1h 9min
Ep 210 Brett Jones: The Evolution of Iron Cardio
The podcast discusses the evolution of Iron Cardio training, balancing structured routines with personal intuition, incorporating the snatch for intensity, embracing fluidity in training methods, finding balance in fitness programming, dietary choices with moderation, reframing mindsets for growth, and exploring joy, fitness, and community strength.

Dec 1, 2023 • 53min
Ep 209 Joel Cochran: The Best Day Ever Mindset
Joel Cochran is the Founder of Proclivity Nutrition, the non-traditional program that focuses on shifting your identity with food and health, so that all the nutritional changes you make and results you get stick – and stick for good.Joel’s insights on interweaving the mental and physical components of fitness, mindset and nutrition are amazing, and his story of shifting his own personal story and how to take these lessons and translate them into a method to help others is remarkable.Check out more of Joel at:Website: https://www.proclivity.co/IG: joelcochran_Also, Get your FREE copy of The One Day Strength Challenge E-Book from the Strength Connection at:https://www.mystrengthconnection.com/opt-in

Nov 24, 2023 • 15min
Ep 208_ Michael Kurkowski- Mastery in the Ordinary
It’s been quite an educational ride for me the past months on the podcast, with some incredible insights of wisdom shared from guests. In this episode I unpacked a few of these insights and how they’ve impacted me immediately upon learning them. Check it out here and on Youtube!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strength-connection/id1588270298?i=1000636496029#strengthconnection #strengthunveiled #EmbraceYourJourney #primalmanpathway #mindsetmatters #strength #fitnesspodcast #podcasts #podcast

Nov 16, 2023 • 54min
Ep 207 Chase Tolleson_ The Primal Man Pathway
Chase Tolleson is a Men’s performance coach, military veteran, and the creator of Primal Man Pathway, a program designed for Men to develop body, mind, and spirit to gain the confidence they want to live the life they desire.Chase is a next level communicator, taking complex problems and dissecting them down into digestible action steps to maximize your health, fitness, mindset, and lifestyle.You can find more of Chase’s work at…Chasetolleson.comIG: coach_chase_tolleson

Nov 10, 2023 • 57min
Ep 206_ Geoff Neupert_ Build the Ultimate Training Plan!
Geoff Neupert BioGeoff needs little introduction on this show, being one of the great coaches and programmers in the world of Kettlebell training, strength and conditioning.Geoff is the author of the renowned books Kettlebell Muscle 1 and 2, Kettlebell Strong, and is the creator of Chasing Strength.He’s one of the premier leaders in health, fitness, strength, and conditioning in the world, and in this episode of the Strength Connection, we dove into the Evolution of his coaching journey.What are underrated and overrated modalities in training, how to program efficiently for your goals, and keys to success in body, and mind.Contact Geoff Neupert at…Website. Www. chasingstrength.comFacebook:: https://www.facebook.com/geoff.neupert

Nov 2, 2023 • 1h 1min
Ep 205 Dave Robinson: Start telling a Better Story!
Discover the power of story work and the importance of unpacking and changing our personal narratives. Explore the benefits of stepping outside our environments for gaining perspective and overcoming mediocrity. Learn about the significance of self-talk, affirmations, and the transformative impact of asking for help. Reflect on Dave Robinson's mindset and storytelling abilities as a Master Storyworker and Healthy Holistic Habits coach.


