Jochum Strength Podcast

Host Austin sits down with the coach/physio behind Supple Leopard to unpack how modern S&C drifted from performance—and how to stitch it back together. They dig into balancing “movement yogi” work with real wattage, why the weight room should be a safe place to take risks, and how prep that looks like getting ready for a fight beats 20 minutes of foam rolling. You’ll hear practical ways to restore positions, use test–retest thinking, and design warm-ups that light up the nervous system (spike ball, flag-belt games, resisted throws, barefoot jumps) so athletes show up faster, tougher, and happier—and coaches stop over-accessorizing the gym.

Jeffrey "Flexibull" Wolf navigates his dynamic journey in fitness, from baseball to CrossFit and Gymnastic Bodies, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and culture over social media metrics. He candidly discusses his burnout from online platforms, the value of training real people, and how jiu-jitsu helped him reconnect with his true self. Flexibull argues for depth in engagement over superficial popularity and shares insights on owning mistakes, cultivating meaningful relationships, and the balance between doing the work and adhering to training models.

In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Burke – coach, creator, and host of The Strength Chick Podcast. Jessica opens up about her journey leaving the collegiate strength & conditioning world after years of sacrifice, low pay, and a toxic culture that too often disrespected athletes, athletic trainers, and support staff. We dive into the moment she knew she had to walk away, how she built her own brand over nearly a decade, and what it took to finally bet on herself.Now based in Chicago, Jessica is opening her own private training facility while coaching a wide range of clients — from post-PT athletes to women in their 30s–50s who want a healthier, more balanced approach to training and nutrition. She shares her passion for cutting through fitness industry noise, breaking free from diet culture, and creating educational, sustainable solutions that actually fit people’s lives.We cover:Why so many great coaches are leaving college athleticsThe realities of low pay, burnout, and scapegoating in S&CJessica’s philosophy on food noise, macros vs. micros, and eating without shameThe role of supplements (and which ones are a waste of money)How she helps general population clients build consistency and confidencePractical, budget-friendly nutrition advice for athletes and young peopleIf you’ve ever struggled with the transition out of sports, diet culture, or balancing fitness with real life, this conversation will hit home.

Today we have on Austin Womack. Austin was a strength coach working in professional baseball before becoming a wildland firefighter in 2019. After understanding the demands firsthand he decided to start a coaching business called rugged athlete specifically aimed toward working with wildland firefighters.In this episode we talk about the challenges wild land fire fighters face, the importance of periodizing “the suck”, how to prepare for working in challenging environments.You can follow Austin on Instagram at @rugged.athleteAs always, thanks for listening—and enjoy the episode.

Today we have on Dave Hagerty. Dave is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who helps people at any stage of life get stronger and build up their ability to live life. In this episode we talk about the time horizon of strength training, what training can look like at various stages of life, and the skill of learning new skills. You can follow Dave on Instagram at @dr.dave.strengthandkindness and see for yourself how it never too late to start training.As always, thanks for listening—and enjoy the episode.

In today’s episode, we sit down with Sam Wuest to unpack the balance between Eastern and Western coaching philosophies. From Taoist medicine to high-volume training, we explore how discipline, play, and athlete self-organization all play a role in long-term development. Whether you're a seasoned coach or just getting started, this conversation will challenge the way you think about performance, resilience, and athlete growth.

Today we have on Taylor Starch. Taylor is a Strength and Conditioning Coach who specializes working with the tactical population and has worked with a lot of athletes dealing with shin splints. In this episode we talk about his training philosophies and how to overcome and properly diagnose shin splints.You can follow Taylor on Instagram at @taylorstarch and as always, thanks for listening—and enjoy the episode.

Today we have on Peter Moore. Peter is a Team USA athlete currently living in the Netherlands and training to qualify for the Olympic Games in 2028. In this episode, we talk about the importance of sports psych, finding meaningful metrics to measure progress, and how to find the appropriate level of aggression for competition. You can follow Peter on Instagram at @peter_moore01 and visit his website at www.petermooreontheroad.com/coaching/.As always, thanks for listening—and enjoy the episode.

Today we have on Austin Womack. Austin was a strength coach working in professional baseball before becoming a wildland firefighter in 2019. After understanding the demands firsthand he decided to start a coaching business called rugged athlete specifically aimed toward working with wildland firefighters.In this episode we talk about the challenges wild land fire fighters face, the importance of periodizing “the suck”, how to prepare for working in challenging environments.You can follow Austin on Instagram at @rugged.athleteAs always, thanks for listening—and enjoy the episode.

Today we have on Austin Womack. Austin was a strength coach working in professional baseball before becoming a wildland firefighter in 2019. After understanding the demands firsthand he decided to start a coaching business called rugged athlete specifically aimed toward working with wildland firefighters.In this episode we talk about the challenges wild land fire fighters face, the importance of periodizing “the suck”, how to prepare for working in challenging environments.You can follow Austin on Instagram at @rugged.athleteAs always, thanks for listening—and enjoy the episode.