Strong By Design Podcast

Send us a textIn our latest episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Jennifer Jenkins, a Holistic Registered Nurse, Health Advocate, Wellness Specialist, and Certified Health Coach on a mission to empower individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by addressing the root causes of health issues. Jennifer's passion and expertise shine through as she shares her insights into creating a movement for better health.Jennifer understands that raising awareness alone is not enough to drive meaningful change in people's lives. She recognizes that individuals need ongoing coaching, accountability, access to a supportive community, and a holistic plan based on credible sources of information to make substantial and lasting improvements in their health and well-being.Our conversation delves deep into Jennifer's approach to equipping individuals with the precise tools and strategies needed to enact profound changes in their health. From identifying root causes to implementing holistic wellness plans, Jennifer's guidance empowers individuals to take charge of their health journey.The heart of our discussion centers on the importance of creating a movement for better health. Jennifer shares inspiring stories of transformation from her clients, highlighting the tangible impact that her holistic approach has had on their lives. Her dedication to helping others achieve optimal health and pave the way for abundant living is evident throughout the episode.Join us for an enlightening conversation that explores the power of holistic wellness and the steps individuals can take to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. Jennifer Jenkins's commitment to empowering others to address the root causes of their health challenges is both inspiring and transformative. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking actionable insights and strategies to embark on their own journey toward better health and well-being. Together, we can create a movement that inspires lasting change."Living a healthy lifestyle should not be for the rich and famous — this should be for everybody." - Jennifer Jenkins Time Stamps  1:04 –  Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 1:09 - Meet today's special guest, Jennifer Jenkins 02:36 - How her struggles with her own health served as an inspiration to start studying Nutrition 11:00 - Work-life Harmony: The importance of surrounding oneself with others that value health 17:23 - Nutrition is Key: How did she get started in fitness and wellness? 25:15 - What factors contribute to food intolerance? 29:53 - 'Voting with our Forks': Discover how to heal the Gut Lining 35:26 - Find out what type of clients she works with 37:19 - What does it look like to work with Jennifer 41:04 - Consistency is Key: Jennifer on the timelines for transformational healthcare 42:55 - Where you can go to connect with Jennifer Jenkins 43:41 - Creating a movement for better health: Jennifer's reassuring message to those who feel isolatedResources:RootedHolisticHealth.comConnect w/ Jennifer:Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textIn this episode of the Strong by Design Podcast, Jared sits down Grace Family Church Clearwater's Associate Pastor Jeff Countryman to speak practically on how we can effectively raise our children to know and love Jesus. As a father of 3, now adult boys, Jeff is able to speak into what he and his wife were intentional about while raising their children in a home that loves Jesus. As a leader, Jeff is a humble, strong, motivated, and organized individual. His experiences have helped to shaped him into a compassionate, relational, and connected Pastor. He loves God, and he loves people with his entire heart. His priorities and passions are simple: God, Family, People, Local Church, Golf, and Working out. Now that is a GREAT list!"When I look back, the thing that I am so proud of is raising our kids, and they love Jesus." - Jeff Countryman Time Stamps  1:14 –  Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast1:37 - Meet today's special guest, Pastor Jeff Countryman4:41 - What does it look like to raise children to follow Jesus in this day and age9:49 - The importance of being intentional with naming your kids16:52 - The two highest callings in life: Being a husband and a father 18:31 - Pastor Jeff recounts his family's journey with Jesus21:00 - Understanding why you should keep the boundaries28:00 - Correcting the misconception and understanding of what is love and discipline30:21 -  The idea of Discipline: Explaining the Why 36:40 -  Why is it important to set an atmosphere for your kids 43:29 - Discernment Sixth Sense: What is it?45:27 - Who is Jeff Countryman? Discover his Pastoral journey52:19 - Pastor Jeff shares his empowering story amid his 'Existential Crises'55:35 - Turn to God: How to respond when you mess up?   Resources:·         Grace Family Church Connect w/ Jeff:·         Facebook·         Instagram·         YouTubeSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textDenis Phillips' desire to be a television meteorologist began by seeing Santa on radar when he was 6 years old. It's true! Although, severe weather really hooked him. He is one of those crazies you'll see tied to a palm tree in a category 3 hurricane... doing a live shot... sideways.After stops in Gainesville, Providence, and Los Angeles, Denis finally ended up in Tampa. He says the Bay area offers all the challenges weather-wise he could ever hope for: severe thunderstorms, tropical storms, and plenty of opportunities to tie himself to a palm tree! LOLIn this episode, Jared and Denis dive into their mutual interest of severe weather. Later in the episode, Denis opens up about the challenges that come from being a 24-7 weather man, and balancing that life with also being a husband and father of six children. Denis loves his community, and is always working hard to keep them prepared for whatever weather will come their way.  "You need to listen to what the person you trust is saying, not just go on Facebook and read some blog or get some information that it's hard to put in context sometimes." - Denis PhillipsTime Stamps  1:01 - Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 1:28 - Meet today's special guest, Denis Phillips 7:11 - Discover what inspired him to become a Meteorologist 10:54 - Denis talks about their 'Fundraising Tumblers' 13:15 - Understanding the indications of a Tornado 17:48 - Denis shares the story of a guy who encountered a giant tornado 19:22 - Find out the motivation behind 'Rule #7' 23:39 - Benchmark of Career: He recounts the disastrous storm 'Charlie' that hit Tampa Bay  32:54 - El Niño vs La Niña: What is it and why is it happening? 37:32 - Denis on being transparent with his work-life balance 45:09 - Fun weather question: Does a Meteorologist have access to high-tech radar?  49:08 - Denis' advice to Dads: The importance of recognizing your child's personality  Resources:·       Support Rule #7 and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals: https://rule-7-stuff-2.creator-spring.com/ Connect w/ Denis:·       YouTube·       Facebook·       InstagramSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textHope is still very much alive!Today’s special guest is the man behind the Seeds of Hope Children’s Ministry, John Chalkias (pronounced Chalk-Is). John might be one of the most inspiring men we’ve ever had on the SBD podcast which is a bold statement. His passion and love for children is truly remarkable. He and his wife Susan have 9 children of their own!In 1996 Seeds of Hope Children’s Ministry™ opened the first home for HIV/AIDS children in Thailand. Since that time, they have been involved in bringing aid to children in several countries. Their biggest projects are in Ndola, Zambia. The Buseko Children’s Home is the first and currently the only Home in Zambia specifically for HIV/AIDS affected or infected children.Seeds of Hope relies on the generous involvement from people like you, who are able to support the ministry through their gifts of time, money, prayer, or gifts in kind. Seeds of Hope Children’s Ministry exists to equip children and those in need to love and serve Jesus Christ while becoming healthy, educated, responsible members of society."I just want people to know that God's calling all of us... What happens if you answer those calls? Because we get them all the time. We just don't hear them."  -John Chalkias Time Stamps  1:20 –  Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 4:17 - Meet today's special guest, John Chalkias, Executive Director and co-founder of Seeds of Hope   9:44 - What led John to start the Child Sponsor program   14:42 - Failure to Thrive: John's heartbreaking experience in Thailand  20:14 - How a 'False Positive' HIV test impacts children neglected by society  22:06 - Saving the HIV Orphans in Africa  31:02 - John shares a shocking death story of an 18-month-old baby  33:07 - The Vision of Eternity: The  beauty of life after death  38:10 - Anti-Retrovirals (ARVs): What is it and how does it work?  39:09 - The importance of quality education in Zambia  40:36 - Be in a Relationship with God: How should we respond to God's calling?  49:07 - Discover how the school's Education and Scholarship program works  54:00 - John shares a motivational message about God's calling for you  54:50 - Get the books, 'Amazing Abundance' and 'You Too Can Have An Amazing Life'  55:17 - What's next for John Chalkias with Seeds of Hope Children's Ministry  1:02:13 - A powerful story of a little girl who came out of her shell  1:10:47 - Connect with John Chalkias and Seeds of Hope Children's Ministry  1:11:53 - John's book, The Eulogy (Proverbs 21:21): a story of two wicked brothers  Resources:·       Seeds of Hope Children’s MinistryConnect w/ John:·       YouTube·       Facebook·       InstagramSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textIn this episode, Coach Tonya has the privilege of speaking with Kathy Mize, the CEO of Ready for Life, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing vital support, resources, and guidance to former foster care youth as they transition into adulthood. Ready For Life's mission is not just about giving these young adults a lifeline; it's about equipping them with the life skills and learning opportunities they need to thrive.Kathy shares an inspiring and deeply impactful conversation about the heart of Ready for Life's work … Youth Voice. She explains how Youth Voice has become the cornerstone of their organization's growth. The desire of these young adults is simple yet profound … to know that there is at least one person in the community who cares deeply about their existence.One of the most remarkable aspects of Ready for Life's work is their incredible 94% success rate. Kathy reveals how the organization supports young adults who are now raising their own children, helping them break the cycle of child abuse by providing invaluable parenting support and mentorship.Join us for an eye-opening conversation that sheds light on the extraordinary work of Ready for Life and the unwavering dedication of Kathy Mize. This episode is a powerful reminder of the importance of extending a helping hand to those who have faced adversity and the profound impact that a caring community can have on the lives of former foster care youth. It's an exploration of resilience, empowerment, and the enduring belief that every young person deserves a chance to flourish."We have learned to listen and hear what they have to say, hear what the needs are, hear what the barriers are... What can we help remove so you can be successful?" - Kathy MizeTime Stamps  1:03 –  Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast  1:10 - Meet today's special guest, Kathy Mize  2:28 - Kathy on what prompted her to start the 'Ready for Life'  5:19 -Discover the reality of teenagers in foster homes after they turn 18  7:06 - Ready for Life's mission for foster children  9:05 - Learning Life Skills: The importance of listening to the Youth's Voice  12:21 - Ways to get involved with 'Ready for Life'  14:33 - Breaking the Cycle: How the program resonates with parenting  17:05 - Into the future: Kathy talks about the main goal of 'Ready for Life' in every community  19:18 - Lending a Hand: Ways to engage with foster care  21:52 - Kathy recounts a successful story about the journey of these foster young adults  25:25 - Kathy on why becoming a foster child is NOT a choice  28:00 - Ready for Life: Traditions and Boundaries  31:21 - Connect with Kathy and learn more about the 'Ready for Life' organization  Resources:·       ReadyforLifePinellas.org  Connect w/ Kathy:·       LinkedIn·       Facebook·       InstagramSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textAre traditional Judeo-Christian values being striped away from American culture? It sure seems that way.Even more to the point, does it feel like Jesus is being removed from our culture one school, one business and one person at a time?Today on Strong By Design, hosts Jared Haley and Chris Wilson speak with Pastor Anthony McDaniel about some truly sobering topics. If you want real talk, you are getting it in massive doses in this episode!Anthony believes that he must stand for what is right and true. He is known as the ‘Patriot Pastor’ on social media “engaging culture through the lens of scripture.” From the school board to abortion to divorce, Pastor Anthony is leading the fight to restore America’s Godly foundations."We have a rise in mega churches and large churches, and Christianity's in major decline." - Pastor Anthony McDaniel Time Stamps  00:58 –  Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast1:05 - Meet today's special guest, Pastor Anthony McDaniel3:16 - Pastor Anthony recounts his journey rebuilding his own church5:29 - The Guiding Principles: Why we should read and follow practitioners6:10  - Pastor Anthony on the 'Culture Wars' in America8:55 - Understanding the power of 'Marketing and Capitalism' in building churches12:00 - REPENTANCE: The change of heart and mind14:31 - Discover ALARMING statistics in American churches19:56 - What are the two main passages of Spiritual Leadership?24:59 - Small groups: Are they helpful for the church?28:32 - Black Lives Matter: Pastor Anthony talks about the narrative of the 'Black Community'35:16 - How do Christians deal with those who depend on the government?39:15 - Deuteronomy 3:6: How do you make your home a sanctuary?43:31 - How do youths lose their faith later in life?47:59 - Pastor Anthony talks about the 'Florida Faith Foundation'52:06 - Why is Religious Freedom under attack?57:34 - Why is Abortion a religious freedom issue?59:55 - The impact of the abusive power of social media and tech industry monopolies1:01:18 - Biblical perspective: Pastor Anthony on the 'Immigration' issues1:04:32 - Understanding the misconceptions about the Gospel1:06:48 - The BALANCE of Grace and Truth: Three things that a church can do1:10:47 - What do we agree on, and disagree on? Let's come together for change  Resources:·        Florida Faith Foundations Connect w/ Pastor Anthony:·        Instagram  ·        FacebookConnect w/ Critical Bench: ·        YouTube·        Facebook·        Instagram·        CriticalBench.com·        Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textBreathing for Sleep is the only routine that revives your #1 sleep nerve restoring healthy tongue posture and unlocks your ability to get deep, restorative sleep every single night!On today’s episode of the Strong By Design podcast, coach Chris Wilson sits down with the creator of the Breathing for Sleep program, Zachariah Zenios, also known as Coach Zach. Zach is a regular on the Critical Bench YouTube channel with over 1.1 million subscribers.Zach is a neurosomatic therapist, licensed massage therapist and yoga teacher, RYT 200, who has developed a breathing system unlike anything else you will find. Blending his unique education and technical skills, Zach has a keen understanding of the breath and its impact on the body and mind.If you are looking for enhanced mental clarity and focus, falling asleep within minutes of your head hitting the pillow, waking up feeling refreshed and energized and even reducing or ending your snoring, then this episode is for you. "Just because you're breathing doesn't mean you're getting enough oxygen in you." - Zacharia Zenios Time Stamps  1:20 –  Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast3:51 - Meet today's special guest, Coach Zacharia Zenios7:14 - Coach Zach talks about how he developed the 'Breathing for Sleep' program9:43 - The importance of SLEEP11:20 - Understanding how the 'Power Breath' works15:22 - Voluntary vs Involuntary Control: Discover the different breathing patterns19;01 - Why do people have issues with breathing?22:46 - Glymphatic System: What is it and how does it work?26:31 - The correlation between breathing and REM sleep 33:54 - Find out WHY people's brains can't shut off38:16 - How modern music impacts our subconscious level of thinking39:17 - Proper Breathing vs Poor Breathing: What does it look like?49:06 - Natural ways to get quality sleep51:16 - How to do the 'Tongue Posture Trick' and its importance56:04 - Coach Zach shares a testimonial story of a 10-year-old boy who has poor tongue posture57:12 - Microcosmic Orbit: A Traditional Chinese medicine approach 1:02:27 - Why do people snore?1:07:00 - Coach Zach on the benefits of the 'Anti-Snoring Protocol' program1:11:21 - Where you can go to learn more about the 'Breathing for Sleep' program Resources:Breathing for Sleep (product coming soon!) Connect w/ Zach:InstagramFacebookConnect w/ CriticalBench:YoutubeFacebookInstagramCriticalBench.comStrongByDesignPodcast.comSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a text What is wrong with the DIET industry today? There is massive confusion at every turn. That goes for the average person and even knowledgeable experts. Which way is the healthiest, most sustainable way to eat? Do I go Keto, Carnivore, Vegan, or something else?  Are elimination diets a good idea? What about detoxing or intermittent fasting? What works?! What do I do?!! No wonder why people are so incredibly confused about which road to travel to find optimal and long-lasting health. Information OVERLOAD. Today on the SBD podcast we have two of the brightest minds in the world of nutrition when it comes to making sound nutritional choices, the founders of BiOptimizers, Matt Gallant and Wade Lightheart. We discuss all these topics and more as we dive into their latest seminal work,  The Ultimate Nutrition Bible, possibly the greatest nutrition resource available today! Matt Gallant is a kinesiologist with a degree in the Science of Physical Activity and the CEO/Co-Founder of BIOptimizers. He has been a strength and conditioning coach for multiple pro-athletes, a self-defense instructor, and has over 18 years’ experience formulating supplements. He has been successfully following a mostly ketogenic diet for over 30 years. He is also a serial entrepreneur who has built over 14 profitable companies.Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a text What are your reasons for working out? Is your passion for exercise attached to something truly meaningful? Understanding the WHY behind the ‘workout’ can be the determining factor in your long-term success and how you feel about yourself along the way. YouTuber and Pilates sensation Callie Jardine visited the Critical Bench Compound to not only share her love of Pilates and Barre but also her lifelong journey and struggles with self-image as a former competitive ice-skater and now social media superstar. Finding the JOY in what you are doing for exercise and forgiving yourself for your imperfections are essential for a healthy mindset and heartset. Get ready for some Love & Truth Bombs from the one and only ‘I’m Sweaty and I Know it’ Callie Jardine.   "Exercise isn't easy... Find the thing that you feel good doing while you're working out, and then you feel good after you work out." -- Callie Jardine    Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a text Losing weight sucks. It is hard, looks different for every person you meet and speak to, every body type you see, and following a complicated or disciplined diet can be a total nightmare. But it does not have to be that way any longer. Not if your philosophy is rooted in the facts of how the body responds to calories.  Sometimes the process is easier than we make it out to be… if only we are committed to the plan (ouch, the ‘c’ word) and adopt just a few new healthy habits to make it STICK for the long haul. Today’s amazing guest is a regular on the Critical Bench YouTube channel and friend of the Strong By Design team. It is our pleasure to bring you Michael Phoutrides (pronounced Foo-Tree-Deez). Yeah, you’re welcome! Mike might be one of the humblest guys we have ever met. He holds a BA in Molecular Biology helping dieters avoid abusive fitness industry gurus which helps you get over past diet failures one truth at time… his words! Get your notebooks ready for some nutrition wisdom.     Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com