Strong By Design Podcast

Send us a text Anxiety, stress, depression and despair seem to be at an all-time high in our culture today. People seem so weighed down by life.  Could it be the fear of failure, overcommitment personally and professionally and what about comparison syndrome… that need to keep up with your peers in a fast-paced world?  Our guest today, Erin Pheil, founded MindFix after discovering the magic formula to getting out of one’s own way following her own 3-year battle with pain and depression.    People are very HARD on themselves and seem to focus more on their defeats and losses more than their wins and triumphs.    Why are so many high achieving and successful people still not satisfied with themselves, with who they are and what they've accomplished?    Discover today what makes MindFix different than other self-help, self-care programs and therapies and what makes these severe mindset shifts so sudden and lifechanging.    “The programming in our subconscious – the ‘lines of code’ that are running in the background –  are kind of lenses through which we see the world.” -- Erin Pheil    Time Stamps   00:00 – The power of your subconscious mind  00:57 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast  03:44 – Get to know today’s special guest, Erin Pheil, founder of The MindFix Group  10:33 – The impact of technology on mental health  13:52 – Why people are more anxious and depressed than ever before  17:15 – How to identify and overcome negative thinking patterns & belief  24:09 – Erin on what happens when you identify and eliminate the root causes of selSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a text Getting older isn’t all it’s cracked up to be… or at least it’s not what it used to be.  We live in a very interesting period in history where science, nutrition and technology are pushing the limits of the aging process. We are literally aging S L O W E R.  Every day breakthroughs and new discoveries are made in real time transforming the way we look at old age. Professional athletes are staying in peak shape for longer stretches of time extending their careers…ahem, Tom Brady. What used to be a career ending injury is now a one-year recovery and sometimes less.  Brilliant minds like that of today’s guest Wade Lightheart, President of BiOptimizers, is a man on a mission to help men and women live superhuman lives.  When you begin to optimize your body from the inside out, you unlock your true potential.    “One of the big things I noticed today is that people don’t see the advantage or opportunity within the challenges in their life." - Wade Lightheart    Time Stamps   01:03 – Welcoming today’s special guest on the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast  04:28 – BiOptimizers’ co-founder and President Wade Lightheart recounts the birth of the company  12:57 – Discover the 3 events that totally changed the trajectory of his life  19:00 – The power of adapting to anything life throws at you  28:48 – Wade on the most important micronutrients for optimal health  41:18 – Wade on how to reverse micronutrients deficiency  Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textIt may be one of the simplest and most truthful health claims ever… you are what you eat. Especially when it comes to sugar and a poor diet.  Eat doughnuts, French fries, pizza and ice cream on a regular basis and you will look like a walking fast food advertisement. Eat colorful fruits and vegetables, whole fresh foods and high-quality proteins and fats and your body will turn heads at the beach.  Sounds simple yet most of us struggle with sensible nutrition advice and find ourselves enjoying far too many high calorie sugary treats. We are literally addicted to bad food.  Sadly, our culture has made our enjoyment of food a very dangerous activity for decades resulting in food related disease and obesity that’s off the charts!  High sugar, deep fried fat and overly processed foods will transform you into a ticking time bomb but our special guest today on Strong By Design is an integrative herbalist, nutrition educator, author and wellness coach. Discover how Jovanka Ciares is leading the charge on health in the land of abundance with her Get Off Sugar program.    “Every choice you made – what you feed your mind, body, and soul – eventually leads to a state of wellness.” - Jovanka Ciares    Time Stamps   0:52 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 03:54 – Get to know today’s special guest, Jovanka Ciares  05:49 – The truth about sugar: What’s the difference between natural vs. artificial sugar  09:00 –The true meaning of wellness  13:41 – Sugar addiction: Jovanka on why is sugar so addictive  18:18 – How sugar impacts your immune system  23:00 – Discover the 5 foods that are surprisingly high in sugarSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a text  Where there is no vision, the people perish. —Proverbs 29:18  Whether we realize it or not, we are all leaders. Some of us may be in a position of leading hundreds if not thousands of other people while others just a handful.   But to be truly good as a leader you must first get great at leading one person, yourself.  Leadership begins with the person you see in the mirror every single day and the decisions made and actions taken by that person. Decisions and actions taking us closer to or further from our vision for our lives.  Our guest today on SBD is Annie Yatch, Chief Transformation Officer  and co-founder of Seal Team Leaders. Annie and her team focus their training on communication, feedback systems, and accountability processes that create the most sustainable fulfillment and success for all.     In the words of the amazing Craig Groeschel, “Everyone wins when the leader gets better.”    “Our biggest pain and trauma are actually the source of your greatest lesson and your greatest calling. Once you identify what this trauma is and do some work on it, you can step more into the calling or the reason why you are here." - Annie Yatch    Time Stamps   00:45 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast  02:43 – Get to know today’s special guest, Annie Yatch  04:25 – Discover the true meaning of leadership  Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a text  Ever feel trapped by the life you’re living?  Like you’re stuck in the hamster wheel of life?  Back in 2016 our guest on SBD, Crystal O’Keefe, found herself in corporate America with those same thoughts and feelings. Crystal was successful in her career but it was a grind and somewhere deep down she knew this wasn’t her purpose.   She was not fulfilled and it was at this point she tried something new and developed a brand-new passion, Peloton.  Eventually this newfound challenge transformed her entire life, helping Crystal to significantly transform her body, her mentality and her career path.  Now with the Clip Out Podcast and other projects, she’s helping other men and women experience the power of pushing yourself to do things outside of your comfort zone. Remember, it’s never too late to live your best life!ep    "Going outside of your comfort zone, in any areas, is so important... Now, I feel like working out has made me comfortable with being uncomfortable." - Crystal O'Keefe    Time Stamps   00:55 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast  04:40 – Get to know today’s special guest, Crystal O'Keefe  07:20 – Crystal on how her newfound love for the Peloton bike helped her get back on track with her fitness goals  12:47 – Discover how her love for Peloton bike prompted her to start a podcast  19:55 – The power of going out of your comfort zone  24:16 – How to choose which bike instructor to ride with  27:22 – Crystal talks about the different PelotoSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

In this conversation, Jason Meland, a fitness and media coach specializing in impactful storytelling, shares his journey from firefighter to American Ninja Warrior. He emphasizes the importance of perseverance and the role of effective coaching in both life and business. Jason delves into the pitfalls of content creation, urging authenticity over immediate sales, and highlights the power of unique storytelling. He inspires listeners to embrace their messages, explaining how genuine communication can lead to transformative connections and success in their pursuits.

Jason Meland, a fitness and media coach, shares his inspiring journey from firefighter to fitness entrepreneur. He emphasizes the power of persistence and how ignoring negativity is key to pursuing dreams. Jason discusses the importance of surrounding yourself with supportive people and transforming obstacles into opportunities. He reflects on his evolution in leveraging social media to amplify his fitness message and encourages listeners to embrace their unique stories for impactful change.

Send us a textWhen you think of God or Jesus, what first comes to mind? Creator of the Universe, Son of God, Lord and Savior, Holy Spirit… possibly Father and Son? These are all good things and certainly true however it’s not the only way He wants us to think of Him. How about friend? Having a healthy relationship with God is also about friendship and companionship. Experiencing each other as friends do every day. The feelings associated with friendship are powerful and very real for us… and they should be with the Creator and Sustainer of life. Today on Strong By Design, host Jared Haley speaks with his friend, Dave Powers, a brilliant singer and songwriter from the Denver area who has a deep connection with the Holy Spirit.   “God gave you one mouth and two ears so you can listen twice as much as you talk.” -- Dave Powers   Time Stamps 0:53 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 03:45 - Get to know today’s special guest, Dave Powers 11:42 – Discover the preparations Dave made to hear God’s voice 21:37 – Dave shares his conversation with God 25:51 – Dave on what does it mean to be friends with Jesus, and what does that friendship look like 34:02 – The power of talking to Jesus through prayer 46:35 – Dave on developing an intimate relationship with Jesus 59:55 – Dave’s words of encouragement to those who want to grow a friendship with Jesus    Resources: Mountain City Worship and the Word Rolig: Ambient Music   Connect w/ Dave: Facebook Instagram   Connect w/ CriticalBench:  Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a text Everyone longs for a hero to save the day and most people all over the world love a good Superhero movie.  So then, what are the characteristics we associate with a hero that make them so powerful and amazing?  Well, heroes are brave, courageous, strong, and fearless.   Yes, those are great but what about this list of attributes… loving, compassionate, truthful, devoted, humble, meek, patient and oh yes, sacrificing.  While the first list gets the attention at the box office, the second list is the foundation of any great Superhero at his or her core.  And those attributes are also associated with the ultimate hero, Jesus of Nazareth. He is often the star of the movie, whether people realize it or not.  In his 3rd time on the Strong By Design podcast show, Frank Turek shares his insights about his latest book, Hollywood Heroes with host Chris Wilson.    “We all want to have a hero come in and save us and take us to a place of bliss… That’s what Jesus actually does.” - Frank Turek    Time Stamps   01:01 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast  03:02 – Meet Frank Turek, speaker and award-winning author  05:30 – Frank discusses his new book, ‘Hollywood Heroes: How Your Favorite Movies Reveal God’  12:40 – Captain America vs. Iron Man: Discover their respective unique characteristics and how it relates to Jesus  20:50 – Frank reveals how Harry Potter points to the ultimate hero, Jesus  27:53 – Frank deep dives into the Star Wars saga  Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a text Most people will never run 26.2 miles. Only a very small percentage of the population are willing to push themselves to that extreme level of endurance.  Not only is that distance intimidating physically, the mental demand may be even more jaw dropping for any aspiring competitive athletes.  Today’s guest, Dave Frazier, is a longtime friend of SBD host, Jared Haley, and shares some sound advice when it comes to taking control of your health and training for the world’s most popular foot race, a marathon.    "The key is to just go slower… If you feel like 'ugh, I’m not just gonna make it' -- you're either going too fast or you've been going so long that you need some fuel to keep going."- Dave Frazier    Time Stamps   0:40 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast  01:26 – Get to know today’s special guest, Dave Frazier  06:36 – Dave shares the major changes he made in his diet and nutrition  10:21 – Importance of having a healthy relationship with food  12:00 – Dave recounts his journey toward fitness  17:40 – What training for a marathon looks like  26:47 – The importance of proper nutrition, hydration, and following a training plan  34:17 – Dave talks about lessons learned from the new marathon training plan  42:29 – Discover the challenges he faces as a marathon runnerSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com