Strong By Design Podcast

Send us a textWhat if you could slow down the aging process without invasive surgery or expensive treatments?  What if it was possible to truly age gracefully AND finally be done with repeating behaviors that are sabotaging you and making you look and feel years older than you actually are? What if I told you that getting these results is as simple as having a better understanding of how YOUR body functions and developing a better relationship with your body.  We have become complacent in accepting a lesser than optimal state of health and wellness as a result of getting older.  But what if it didn’t have to be like that? Guess what?  It doesn’t! Dr. Krause is a doctor of naturopathic medicine, an acupuncturist and podcast host dedicated to empowering people to take charge of their own health. Her unique approach involves simplifying natural medicine and healthy habit formation. Dr Krause believes that health starts with what we eat, how we move and how well we manage stress. It is her life work to help prevent little health issues from becoming big ones down the road and to teach us how to slow down the aging process.   "We need to CHILL. Being stuck wide open in fight or flight mode is what's causing us to age." -Dr Jannine Krause   Time Stamps 0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast 1:05 – Get to know Dr. Jannine Krause, Naturopathic Doctor and Acupuncturist 3:11 – The importance of health education for optimal health and wellness 5:41 – The power of collecting data about yourself 11:37 – Dr. Jannine Krause on how to slow the aging process naturally 21:42 – Why your gut health is more important than you think 29:39 – The importance of having a healthy relationship with food 32:04 – Dr. Jannine Krause shares her honest thoughts on probiotics, and testing your pH levels  36:34 – Tips on how to start journaling 39:23 – Why Dr. Jannine Krause considers herself a detective and mechanic for the body 49:30 – Dr. Jannine Krause on why she’s obsessed with aging well and inspiring others to maintain their health as they age 51:28 – 3 key takeaways for optimal health 54:00 – Where you can go to connect with Dr. Jannine Krause     Resources Dr Jannine Krause Official Website   Connect w/ Dr Jannine: Facebook Instagram   Connect w/ CriticalBench:  Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StroStart the New Year with more Focus, Clarity & Mental Energy!Grab some Neuro-Thrive at a Discount - Use Code: SBD2026 🧠 Your Brain will Love you 💙Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textSometimes referred to as, “The Tony Stark of the fitness industry” Dr John Jaquish is the inventor of X3, a technology that is proven to develop muscle much faster than conventional weight lifting… and with the lowest risk of joint injury. He has spent years researching and developing improved approaches to health. Today he joins host Chris Wilson to discuss his controversial viewpoints about traditional weight lifting methods promoted by most fitness experts. Dr Jaquish is also a WSJ best-selling author by his book of the same name, Weight Lifting is a Waste of Time. Dr. Jaquish methods are used in training the world's most elite athletes and associations such as the entire Miami Heat organization, various NFL and NBA players, as well as Olympians. And his bone density building medical technology is now partnered with Tony Robbins and OsteoStrong for rapid clinic deployment.   "I wouldn't waste my time with calisthenics and I wouldn't pick up a barbell." -Dr John Jaquish   Time Stamps 0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast 2:29 – Meet Dr. John Jaquish, the man behind the X3 system 8:48 – Dr. John Jaquish talks about the failure rate in the fitness industry 12:24 – Why weight lifting is a waste of time 19:13 – Why cardiovascular health and conditioning is even worse for you 24:44 – Dr. John Jaquish dives into the X3 system 34:31 – Dr. John Jaquish shares his thoughts on isometric training 42:09 – Where you can go to learn more about the X3 system 51:03 – Fortagen Protein: What it is and its benefits 1:00:01 – Dr. John Jaquish weighs in on whether or not a vegan diet is good for you   Resources X3 Bar – Grow Muscle 3x Faster Than with Weights DoctorJ.com   Connect w/ Dr. John: Facebook YouTube Instagram   Connect w/ CriticalBench:  Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com Start the New Year with more Focus, Clarity & Mental Energy!Grab some Neuro-Thrive at a Discount - Use Code: SBD2026 🧠 Your Brain will Love you 💙Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textWhat if just a couple incredibly simple, free techniques that you could begin including into your daily routine brought you back to where you started to feel more balanced, calmer AND … the weight started to melt off and your sex life became enjoyable again? In today’s episode Dr. Anna Cabeca and Coach Tonya get RAW and REAL about the necessity of making self-care your priority during menopause.  Nothing is off-limits in this conversation!  From much needed time-outs, to staying more alkaline, to keeping things amazing in the bedroom, Coach Tonya and Dr. Anna discuss what you can be doing RIGHT NOW to start working with what is going on with your body during menopause instead of fighting it. Why struggle unnecessarily when you can be THRIVING through the process?!   "I was struggling and started taking care of myself. What is my one next right step? I kept on doing this for myself." -Dr Anna Cabeca   Time Stamps 0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast 1:39 – Menopause 101: Does it really have to be a battle? 6:10 – Dr. Anna Cabeca gives tips on how to manage menopause weight-gain 10:49 – Importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle during menopause 16:09 – The link between menopause and chemical exposure 25:06 – Why menopause is a blessing in disguise 33:53 – Importance of pH in everyday life 36:18 – How Dr. Anna Cabeca got the nickname ‘The Girlfriend Doctor 41:59 – Why open communication is important for a healthy relationship 47:10 – Dr. Anna Cabeca talks about reclaiming relationship intimacy through renewed sexual health 56:00 - Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca through her social media channels and official website   Resources Dr Anna Cabeca Official Website   Connect w/ Dr Anna: Facebook YouTube Instagram   Connect w/ CriticalBench:  Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com Start the New Year with more Focus, Clarity & Mental Energy!Grab some Neuro-Thrive at a Discount - Use Code: SBD2026 🧠 Your Brain will Love you 💙Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textWe either give up and throw in the towel when things get tough OR we find ways to overcome life’s challenges and thrive. Joe Hashey is proving the latter. His favorite fitness quote is “Everyone is Self-Made” thus the title for today’s amazing conversation with co-host Chris Wilson. But this mindset applies to all areas of our lives, from business to relationships and more. When you’re mentally ALL IN and you fight through tough times with determination and passion, success will always be at your fingertips. Joe is the founder and owner of Synergy Athletics and in the fitness world, Joe is a best-selling author, contributor to Men’s Health, Oxygen and Experience Life magazines, and a featured speaker around the country.   "We just have to control the controllables... and take ownership in our lives." -Joe Hashey   Time Stamps 0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast 3:06 – Joe Hashey takes us back to the early days of Synergy Athletics 7:59 – How Synergy Athletics adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic 12:02 – Joe Hashey on taking a leap of faith during a pandemic 16:08 – Why everyday movement is essential for good health 20:09 – The importance of controlling the controllable 25:36 – The power of good communication 32:33 – The importance of having a system in business 38:45 – The power of surrounding yourself with successful people 43:03 – Why it’s important to ‘pay it forward’ 47:30 – Where you can go to learn more about Joe Hashey’s Level Up Your Gym: official website, podcast channel, and social media channels   Resources Synergy Athletics Level Up Your Gym Podcast   Connect w/ Joe: Facebook YouTube Instagram   Connect w/ CriticalBench:  Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com Start the New Year with more Focus, Clarity & Mental Energy!Grab some Neuro-Thrive at a Discount - Use Code: SBD2026 🧠 Your Brain will Love you 💙Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textMen listen up, you may be thinking that menopause is strictly an issue for women but this episode will have you thinking differently.   If you are married or in a relationship than you will experience menopause from a very different perspective than your wife … you are essentially “team support.”  And this job can leave you feeling every bit as crazy as your wife may be feeling at times.  Whether you are in that phase of life that your wife is experiencing this now, or not, how great would it be to have a few survival tips to help you navigate this transition with your wife in the best possible way.  In this episode, Coach Mike sits down with holistic health practitioner Tonya Fines to talk about the ways that all of us men can be as supportive as possible, during a transition that we really do not know a whole lot about.  If you are ALL IN, in doing your part to keep things as smooth and crisis-free as possible during this time, then you don’t want to miss what Tonya has to share with all of us.   "They're already feeling very very vulnerable and no matter what they do, it's not working." -Tonya Fines    Time Stamps 0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast 1:24 – Menopause: When it begins, early symptoms, and more 4:10 – Tonya Fines talks about determining menopause age 7:10 – The hormonal transitions in a woman’s life 9:53 – Men’s guide to menopause: How to support partners during the transition 16:22 – Intimacy during menopause: What to expect 19:48 – The power of listening to understand 29:04 – The importance of learning your partner’s love language 34:25 – How long does menopause last? 44:38 – ‘The Menopause Rescue Protocol’ and other resources   Resources The Menopause Rescue Protocol   Connect w/ CriticalBench:  Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com Start the New Year with more Focus, Clarity & Mental Energy!Grab some Neuro-Thrive at a Discount - Use Code: SBD2026 🧠 Your Brain will Love you 💙Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textReal, raw fitness and strength talk from the #1 rated Fitness podcast in the world. Prepare yourselves for the men of MIND PUMP. Sal, Adam and Justin join coach Chris Wilson on the Strong By Design podcast. The guys go deep on their beginnings and friendship, their passion for helping others and open up about their favorite lifts, fatherhood, gym pet peeves and most embarrassing moments as trainers. Get ready to be PUMPED UP and have a few intense belly laughs on this week’s special episode recorded at Mind Pump Media in San Jose, CA.   "It's why we do this! [changing people's lives] We didn't make a single cent for an entire year!" Sal Di Stefano   Time Stamps 0:25 – Welcoming today’s special guests on the ‘Strong By Design’ podcast   2:05 – Get to know Adam Schafer of the ‘Mind Pump’ podcast   9:05 – The ‘Mind Pump’ team share what drives them to create podcast content   12:05 – Sal Di Stefano recounts how he fell in love with fitness   17:15 – Justin Andrews talks about his passion for health and fitness   24:04 – The ‘Mind Pump’ team share their favorite exercises   Start the New Year with more Focus, Clarity & Mental Energy!Grab some Neuro-Thrive at a Discount - Use Code: SBD2026 🧠 Your Brain will Love you 💙Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textHow well do you THINK you know the people at your job? Here on Strong By Design, we went to a brand new level of truly knowing each other… the good, the bad and the ugly! From our favorite ice cream flavor to our MOST embarrassing moments, the 4 hosts of the show go deep and uncomfortable in today’s game show style episode. Get to know Mike, Tonya, Sam and Chris in a whole new way and have a few much-needed laughs to end 2020 on a high note.   "Oh, we're going there!? I was 13 years old and it was the worst day of my life.” -Chris Wilson   Time Stamps 0:24 – Meet the Critical Bench team 4:30 – Newlywed Game: Tonya Fines & Chris Wilson vs. Mike Westerdal & Sam Harrison 11:08 – Level One: Which do you prefer? 26:35 – This or that: Animal edition 30:32 – Level Two: Getting to know each other on a deeper level 38:17 – What’s your favorite _____? 1:00:10 – What was your most embarrassing moment? 1:06:58 – What would you do if you won $1 million? 1:08:35 – Who’s your biggest mentor in your life? 1:09:48 – Who is your favorite person in the world? 1:11:24 – What is your biggest pet peeve? 1:13:18 – Which superhero do you want to be? 1:18:25 – Where you can go if you want a Strong by Design / Critical Bench gear   Resources Critical Bench Amazon Store   Connect w/ CriticalBench:  Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com Start the New Year with more Focus, Clarity & Mental Energy!Grab some Neuro-Thrive at a Discount - Use Code: SBD2026 🧠 Your Brain will Love you 💙Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textNothing happens until something moves… Being physically active in life is unquestionably one of the most critical elements of longevity and a truly healthy lifestyle. Today’s guest, Matthew Januszek, is the co-founder of Escape Fitness, a global leader in fitness equipment innovation and gym design. Matthew is super passionate about exercise and has used his love of fitness and strength training to help over 1000 fitness clubs and key distributors in 80 countries! Coach Chris Wilson finds out what drives this highly successful fitness leader on today’s episode of Strong By Design.   "Some people think it's too late (to exercise) when they get into their 40s… it's really important to set yourself up for the next 40-50 years." -Matthew Januszek   Time Stamps 0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast 3:10 – Get to know Matthew Januszek of ‘The Escape Your Limits’ podcast 8:57 – Why is physical activity so important for overall health? 13:48 – The 10-Minute Rule: Everything you need to know 16:25 – The importance of mental fitness 20:53 – Matthew Januszek talks about ‘Escape Fitness’ 31:04 – The importance of being physically active in your 40s 34:03 – Matthew Januszek shares how ‘Escape Your Limits’ podcast came to life 40:38 – The joy of podcasting  45:35 – Why small habits make a big difference 51:35 – Connect with Matthew Januszek through his social media channels and official website   Resources Escape Your Limits Podcast Escape Fitness *BONUS* Use the coupon code [CRITICAL10] on all USA products that can be purchased online.   Connect w/ Matthew: Facebook YouTube Instagram   Connect w/ CriticalBench:  Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com Start the New Year with more Focus, Clarity & Mental Energy!Grab some Neuro-Thrive at a Discount - Use Code: SBD2026 🧠 Your Brain will Love you 💙Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textHow is your relationship with food? For many of us it’s NOT very good… It makes sense there is massive confusion in a country where we are bombarded with diet plan after diet plan and the never-ending search for the perfect weight loss method. Our guest today is Christy Harrison who specializes in helping people make peace with food and reclaim the time and energy they lost to ‘The Life Thief’ that is diet culture. Holistic Health Practitioner and co-host of Strong By Design, Tonya Fines, helps to clear up this eating gone wrong.   “My mission is to help you recognize diet culture for the life thief that it is, and tune back into your body’s inner wisdom about how to truly nourish yourself—so that you can free up space in your life for bigger and better things.” -Christy Harrison   Time Stamps 0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast 1:45 – Meet Christy Harrison, author of Anti-Diet: Reclaim Your Time, Money, Well-Being, and Happiness Through Intuitive Eating 07:50 – How “diet culture” steals time, energy and health 12:00 – Christy breaks down the history of diet culture 18:55 – How can we ditch diet culture? 20:18 – The difference between intuitive eating vs. emotional eating 27:58 – Where you can go to connect with Christy Harrison 29:50 – The true meaning of the word ‘DIET’   Resources Christy’s book – Anti-Diet   Connect w/ Christy: Facebook YouTube Instagram   Connect w/ CriticalBench:  Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com Start the New Year with more Focus, Clarity & Mental Energy!Grab some Neuro-Thrive at a Discount - Use Code: SBD2026 🧠 Your Brain will Love you 💙Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textYou’re active. You train multiple times a week. You lift weights. You do yoga. You run. You cycle. Maybe you do all of the above...... You’re doing everything you’re supposed to, but something still isn’t right. Maybe that knee you tweaked in college is still a little off. Maybe you’ve got a shoulder that always pops or feels unstable. You can’t explain why, but maybe you avoid certain movements or certain activities “just because”. While simply being active helps, it’s not just about getting off the couch. Many of us have been told to move more, but this assumes that any movement automatically means good movement. Unfortunately, training poor movement patterns actually creates a greater risk of injury. The solution isn't simply to move more. We need to learn how to move BETTER. Listen to today's Strong By Design podcast with movement specialist Dr. Moses Bernard.   "I don't look at what I do as just one thing, it is a continuum of giving people the tools to move better." -Dr Moses Bernard   Time Stamps 0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast 1:33 – Get to know Dr. Moses Bernard, The Human Movement Expert 9:33 – What’s the difference between Chiropractor vs. Movement Performance Chiropractor? 16:45 – Importance of having a right foundation for fitness 24:07 – Why it's important to move your body every day 28:44 – The power of understanding ‘WHY’ 29:43 – Benefits of mindful breathing 34:45 – Dr. Moses Bernard discusses misconceptions about chiropractic care 37:49 – Why your body knows more than you think 41:23 – Dr. Moses Bernard talks about his health and fitness philosophy, ‘Movement Manifesto’ 48:19 – Unexpected health benefits of chiropractic care 58:13 – Connect with Dr. Moses Bernard through his social media channels and official website   Resources Dr Moses Bernard (Official Website)   Connect w/ Dr Moses: Instagram Facebook   Connect w/ CriticalBench:  Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com Start the New Year with more Focus, Clarity & Mental Energy!Grab some Neuro-Thrive at a Discount - Use Code: SBD2026 🧠 Your Brain will Love you 💙Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com