The Coaches Corner University Podcast

Today I sat down with Jeromy Bryk, Owner + Head Coach at Bryksquad Barbell in North Royalton, OH, Elite Powerlifter, Natural Bodybuilder- servicing clients around the world in powerlifting, bodybuilding and general fitness.We discussedJeromy’s journey to gym ownershipUsing COVID as an opportunity to launch a businessWhy open a gym and make it profitable?Creating a hybrid semi-private business modelContrasting in-person vs online coachingCultivating a communityHow did you start in the online space?Growth and iteration to scaleThe personal growth journeyCreating boundaries in your businessBuilding a business with your wifeFalling in love with training through footballContinuing to compete while the business growsBeing the ideal for your client while also being relatableManaging goal setting for yourself and your businessWhat’s next for the businessBalancing growth in the communityHow do you prioritize business with passionMeet plansBillboard messageFind JeromyWebsite - https://taplink.cc/bryksquadbarbellInstagram - @bryk_squuaadd X - https://x.com/bryk_squuaadd?s=21__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Craig Adams, Owner and Head Coach at Lose Gain Win Coaching, brings 20 years of expertise in training high-performing individuals. He shares his journey from basketball to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of strong client relationships and authentic communication. Craig discusses diversifying income streams for financial success and the value of setting boundaries to foster personal growth. He also reflects on his inspiring return to bodybuilding, highlighting resilience and the significance of modeling strong values for clients.

This week, I sat down with Josh Sutchar, Co-founder + Director of Sales at TrainHeroic. Josh is a father of 2 (3rd coming in August), an average athlete who was lucky enough to play college football for Jim Harbaugh, cofounded TrainHeroic alongside Ben Crookston in 2012, and is 14 years into his journey at TrainHeroic with the mission to empower coaches with the (tech) tools to help their athletes be their best.We discuss:Meeting over coffeeStarting Train HeroicBringing tech into the weight roomGrowth through solving problemsBuilding a tech company without any tech knowledgeDeciding on “yes” vs. “no”The goal is to finish the missionDoes the chase ever get overwhelming?Managing personal life while building the businessCreating relationships in network buildingPerspective shifts in parenthoodGrowing pains in a leadership roleGetting acquired by a bigger corporationHow a growth mindset brings in opportunitiesWhat’s the end game?How do you stay motivated when the chips are down?When things growth, things breakThe future of Train HeroicFind JoshWebsite - www.trainheroic.comIG - @trainheroicjosh__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Today I sat down with Khaled Algashaamy, Founder of Prime Life Wellness Institute.  He is a board-certified physician with advanced training in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and metabolic disease, whose passion is helping patients uncover the root causes behind their symptoms and find real, lasting solutions. But more than that, he believes healing happens when you feel truly heard and supported.We discussed:Being a medical doctor and a strength athlete. What is Prime Life Wellness? The current model of medical practice. We have more information about health than ever, but less understanding. Living in the gray area where context matters. Being a guide in someone's journey. The importance of root cause within treatment. Identification with a diagnosis vs. treating the condition. The tripod of hormone replacement therapy. Operating ethically in business demands challenging scalability. The healthcare system of education is feeding the current model of care. People over profit. Health insurance's role in medical practice. Changing the narrative of metabolic disorders. Find Khaled:Website - https://primelifewellnessinstitute.com/Instagram - @khaled.algashaamy__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Today, I sat down with Andy Huang, a powerlifter and coach with Proven Strength and Performance. He has been competing in powerlifting since 2015 and has achieved a 1000kg/2204lb raw total at 275 lbs weight class. Andy also has a background in football, bodybuilding, personal training, and neuromuscular massage.He uses his diverse background to coach hundreds of athletes online and in person. He is also a sought-after handler at competitions by many top athletes and has coached three male athletes who were ranked in the top 10 all-time, one female athlete ranked #4 all-time, and 2 female lifters in the top 20 all-time.We discuss:Starting as an athlete and becoming part-owner of Iron RebelBranching into China, and launching a brand. How do you seek collaborative opportunities in business? Managing your priorities with multiple products and services. Biggest learning opportunities in business as an athlete. What drives you to keep going? Discussion of identityThe role being a lifter plays in growing your business. Leveraging social media to grow your personal brand. The excitement of the unknown. What is self-care as a business owner? Understanding financials so that you can delegate. Being present as a partner as you grow your business. Find AndyWebsite - www.provenstrength.netInstagram - @that_hugeasian_guy__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

Today, I sat down with Justin Green, Financial Planner & Founder of Assist Financial Planning. He is a Certified Financial Planner™️, committed to helping Millennial solopreneurs, business owners, and high-earning professionals create and execute personalized financial plans.We discussed:The basics of financial planningBasic habits to track cash flowBusiness investments vs. overspendingUnderstanding ROIHow early on should you be thinking about financial planning?Do you pay down debt or start saving?The 50/30/20 ruleAutomating the savings and investmentsStable, volatile and liquid investmentsThe budgeting stigma vs intentional spendingThe concept of financial freedomDiscussing home ownershipThinking about retirement as an online coachThe wealth machineFind Justin:Website - assistfp.comInstagram - @justingreenfp__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

In this conversation with Jon Heck, the owner of Hammer and Chisel Performance and former UNC football player, listeners dive into his journey from the football field to entrepreneurship. He shares insights on building a coaching business while managing stress, emphasizes the importance of authenticity on social media for client engagement, and discusses the balance of nutrition and fitness. Jon also candidly addresses the challenges of extreme bulking and highlights the rewarding impact of coaching on mental health and personal growth.

Today, I sat down with Anthony Christodoulou, Owner of Lifetime Transformations. Tony is a UFC veteran who spent over 15 years in the fitness industry, evolving from athlete to elite coach. After years traveling the world training CEOs and high performers, he’s now helping others transform their bodies and lives through personalized coaching.We discussed:Going from UFC fighter to worldwide concierge coachFrom working 10hrs a day to 24hrs a dayThe role of a coach as an advocate for clients with their GPsHow have GLP-1 drugs changed coaching?Managing the effects of GLP-1 drugsRecommended supplementsWalking the walk as a coachNavigating a disordered relationship with foodWar stories about cutting weight for weigh-ins Strategies for effective weight cutsRecomposition for performanceLessons learned as a coach from the world of fightingFind TonyWebsite: www.lifetimetransformations.comInstagram: @tony.christodoulou__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

This week, I sit down with Ryan Sylva, Coach/Owner of Trainer by Sylva.  Ryan is a strength and physique coach, NPC Super Heavyweight bodybuilder, and international elite powerlifter based at The Training Center in New Castle, Delaware. He’s coached athletes to pro status, top 5 finishes, and all-time world records—blending proven methods with real-world experience to help both athletes and hobbyists create lasting physical and mental transformation.We discuss:Ryan’s journey into coachingTraining around some of the strongest humans on the planetThe evolution of coachingJust helping people as a practiceWhy conjugate training?Adapting the toolbox to the needs of the lifterWhy are people so scared to train hard?Transitioning to bodybuildingMotivations to train and competeLessons learned from being coachedGenuinely caring about your athletesOperating a referral based businessMost proud moment as a coachFind RyanInstagram - @sylva_strongEmail - triumphsylva@gmail.com__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

This week, I sat down with Drew Donaldson from DDTMethod. He is a full-time coach and personal trainer with over 10,000 hours of one-on-one coaching experience over nearly two decades. With clientele ranging from everyday people to professional athletes and Forbes-listed CEOs, Drew has developed a training methodology blending several training styles together to not only customize but OPTIMIZE training and nutrition for every shape, size, and background.Drew combines years of research and study with real-world experience to deliver results, leaving no stone unturned. A former professional wrestler with organizations such as the billion dollar entertainment company WWE as well as time spent as a well respected high end personal training manager, Drew has used his networking opportunities to gain access to some of the most brilliant minds in the fitness industry to learn from the best minds in the training industry throughout his career.Having spent more than his share of time in the trenches himself, Drew has used his personal and professional training experience to master a hybrid style of training, matched with purposeful and optimal nutrition, all customized to the individual.We discussed:The story of professional wrestling to coachCan you ever learn enough?Lateral thinking as a result of educationBeing the dumbest person in the roomWalking the walk and self-discoveryNegligency from arrogance or ignoranceBuilding a network Scaling and evolving a business over timeHelping as many people as possibleFind Drew:Email: drew@ddtmethod.comWebsite: DDTMethod.comInstagram - @ddtmethod__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!