In this episode, I sit down with 6x Open All Time World Record holder, fellow coach, educator, and friend, Joe Sullivan. Joe has transcended the fitness world and has been able to take some of his clients to the same heights he has achieved and beyond. He’s been competing since 2007 and is a long time veteran and advocate for the sport of powerlifting. He is excited to see how much it has grown, along with the individuals in it. Topics discussed: Growth as a coach and life shifts Learning and networking to expand your toolbox Identity Teaching the long game in training and business Using fear and urgency as motivators Does coaching take away from competing? All time world record belief And more! Find Joe: https://www.theaodcollective.com/ IG: joesullivan_aod __________ Continuing education: www.coachescorneru.com www.integrated-muscle.com www.j3university.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__________Please support the podcast sponsors using the codes below:@masterathleticperformance@coachescorneru@baconandbarbells.co code PAUL10@grindstone_blends PONEID10

In this episode, Paul sits down with Nick Bagley.  Nick is a personal trainer, although he hates that title, and coach with Saga Coaching.  Nick has built a very reputable name in the industry as someone who is always leveling up and able to communicate nuanced information in simple ways.They discuss:Nick’s journey from personal trainer to online coachBodybuilding as a personal development toolBuilding a personal training businessGrowing your online audience with authenticityContinuing education as a coach and using a mentorAnd more!Find Nick:IG: nick_bagley_Work with Nick: https://share.hsforms.com/1A4ZcGIB7R0qLS4W5Pc65ogdkcvsContinuing education:www.coachescorneru.comwww.integrated-muscle.com  www.j3university.com__________Nick Bagley is an Online Bodybuilding Prep Coach and In Person Personal Trainer at Destination Dallas in Allen, TX. He started working out at age 16, but got more serious as he entered into college with the hopes of no longer being the small kid in class. Through the pursuit of being bigger, he quickly developed a passion for training and helping others with their fitness goals. Graduating from University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a degree in Kinesiology, he moved to Texas to pursue becoming a personal trainer and breaking into the bodybuilding space in 2019. Along with his Bachelor’s Degree, Nick also has multiple other fitness certifications to add to his continuing education such as NASM CPT, PreScript Level 1 & 2 Coach, PreScript Nutrition, and J3U courses. Nick transitioned his passion for lifting and the stage into his full-time career and focuses on trying to improve the overall process of body transformation to make it a sustainable lifestyle and to help improve the longevity of that individual. He now primarily focuses on stage competitors for all categories and serious lifestyle transformation clients. Teaching athletes how to get more out of their training and nutrition so that they can move better, feel better and look better is his number 1 priority. He has built his experience through working with many different in person and online clients while continuing to build his education in Bodybuilding Coaching. His presence as a coach in the local Texas community has been climbing over the last few years with several class wins and, just this past year, 2 overall class winners at the biggest NPC Texas show, the Battle of Texas. Nick focuses on meeting the individual where they’re at and improving upon the systems they already have in place. Through effective and timely communication and above and beyond service, Nick wants to create a coaching environment that is second to none, providing the individual with as much information and education as possible.

In this episode, Paul sits down with his coach, Dr. Dani Lamartina.  After about 10-12 years of chronic knee and hip pain, Dani has been able to get Paul back into a position where he is pain free and feeling capable of returning to the platform at his all-time strongest.Along with being a fixer of ouchies, Dr. Dani is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, an IFBB Pro and Olympian in the  Women's Physique division and a Top-5 ranked All-Time Powerlifter.  She walks the walk 100%!Using the frame of Paul as a case study, they discuss:The need for a very large toolboxThe art of coaching the athlete firstRibcage, center of mass and reference centersChallenging the paradigm of coaching, rehab and trainingMentorshipAnd so much more…Find Dani:IG - @danilamartinadpt Mentorship - https://www.mergeperformancept.com/mentorshipCoaching - Click HereTeam Troponin - https://www.teamtroponin.com/ __________As an IFBB Women’s Physique Olympian, Top-5 All-Time ranked Raw Powerlifter, and Doctor of Physical Therapy, Dani breaks the mold of the traditional clinician and uses her knowledge to chase the highest level of competition. She prides herself on living in the trenches with her athletes and putting her knowledge to the test, uniquely solving problems specific to iron sport athletes and pushing the envelopes of performance and rehab. She is also a columnist for the website EliteFTS.__________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__________Please support the podcast sponsors using the codes below:@masterathleticperformance@coachescorneru@baconandbarbells.co code PAUL10@grindstone_blends PONEID10

In this episode, Paul sits down with the one and only, Dave Tate.  Dave is the CEO of EliteFTS.com and sits atop the Mount Rushmore of Strength and has had a profound impact on the lives of countless young strength coaches and athletes, counting Paul among them.They discuss:The journey of Live, Learn and Pass OnThe fitness industry and helping peopleHow do you grow without being the front face of the companyPlanning and strategies for growthLearning the business side of businessExperiences with mentors and mentorshipCore values and never trading integrity for a dollarBuilding a family businessFind Dave:IG: @underthebar, @elitefts Website: www.elitefts.com__________Dave 'Under The Bar' has been involved in Strength & Conditioning for over three decades. He has logged more than 40,000 hours of training and consulting with professional, elite, gen pop and novice athletes, trainers and coaches. He has spoken at over 100 events and authored 20 books, as well as, writing over 2000 articles for magazines and prominent websites. Dave competed in Powerlifting between 1983-2004 obtaining elite rankings in multiple weight classes. Dave is married to elitefts co-founder Traci Arnold-Tate where they resided in London, Ohio with their two sons. Personal Credo: Live, Learn, Pass on™.__________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__________Please support the podcast sponsors using the codes below:@masterathleticperformance@coachescorneru@baconandbarbells.co code PAUL10@grindstone_blends PONEID10 

In this episode, Paul and Olivia of Master Athletic Performance sit down and answer your questions!They answer:Who is the better cook?How do you split cooking responsibilities?Who is more organized?What are you training so hard for?How do you avoid overtraining?How to stop stress eating?How do you structure warm-up sets?Most important attributes of a coach?How do I know my coach is taking it slow for my benefit and not just milking my time for money?Is it possible to be a Natural IFBB Pro?And some banter, naturally…Find Master Athletic Performance:@masterathleticperformance www.masterathletic.com___________Olivia is nationally qualified as both a bodybuilder in the Wellness category, and in Olympic Weightlifting, as well as a competitive Powerlifter and Crossfitter. She has been passionate about helping others achieve their goals through nutrition and training since completing her degree in Kinesiology and Health Promotion in 2017 from the University of Guelph-Humber. Along with being a Co-Owner at MAP, Olivia operates PeachGang Group Training. She puts her whole heart into everything, including her client's success, and provides them with nothing but the best. If you'd like to work with her: *Coaching - https://masterathletic.com/collections/coaching-with-olivia-michaud *PeachGang Training - https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/brand/peach-gang?attrib=549740-web *Instagram - @oliviaxmichaud *Email - olivia@masterathletic.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__________Please support the podcast sponsors using the codes below:@masterathleticperformance@coachescorneru@baconandbarbells.co code PAUL10

In this episode, Paul and Austin sit down and answer your questions about bodybuilding and PEDs.They discuss:Exogenous insulin usage, both fast acting and short actingWhen to put them in and some guidelines on dosageManaging appetite while gaining weight and managing gut health while bulkingAromatase inhibitors for womenUsing exogenous thyroid medication in bodybuildingFind Austin:Find Austin:austinst8 | Facebook | Linktree___________Austin Stout-BS Nutrition Science-Founder and CEO of Integrated Muscle & Health-Contest Prep and Functional Health Coach-Head of IMH Education and Mentorship-15 Years ExperienceI became interested in fitness while actively involved in the varsity wrestling program at my high school. My passion for weight training and nutrition came about because of training for athletics.  Beyond high school this was focused into the world of physique and performance enhancement. I enjoy sharing my knowledge with others and helping them achieve their goals while learning from them along the way.I have worked with hundreds of competitors and non-competitors of all ages as well as with athletes outside of the physique arena. I strive to treat each athlete as my number one priority and work closely with them to provide an approach that is not only methodical but practical.My goal with each client is to maximize each and every area of their programming through the use of science, anecdotal evidence, and practical experience. Control of lifestyle factors such as stress management that can aid in overall results and quality of life are also important. The body and the mind are strongly interconnected and ensuring each body system works in unison is vital to success and long term sustainability.I provide a comprehensive array of services to cater to all physique enhancement, athletic and general health and fitness needs. My services typically consist of regular check-ins and feedback from me and constant adaptions of the plan to meet ones goals. I do my best to provide all clients with a timely response and adequate feedback/explanation of each change made to their programming. Your goals are my number 1 priority while still keeping health in the forefront.__________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:

In this episode, Paul is joined by Chad Aichs.  Chad is a former all-time world record holding powerlifter, coach, mental health advocate and owner of Courage Barbell.They discuss:Did you get as strong as you could?Finding the right program for youMentality around goals and sacrificeAttitude and motivation - lifting happyWhy are you training?… and a whole lot of lifting stories!Find Chad:IG - @chadaichs Website - https://couragebarbell.com/Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/c/CourageBarbell__________Chad Aichs is a former world-class powerlifter. He owns Courage Barbell. Having a late start in powerlifting at the age of 27, he rose to be one of the top powerlifters of his day. Chad put up many world-record lifts in amateur and professional powerlifting. At one time, he held the fourth-highest total in history, the highest full meet bench in history, and the fourth-highest squat in history. Chad had a training style that went against the norm, as he was not constrained by the theories that were most popular in the industry.   __________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__________Please support the podcast sponsors using the codes below:@masterathleticperformance@coachescorneru@baconandbarbells.co code PAUL10@grindstone_blends PONEID10

In this episode, Paul sits down with his former business coach, Dr. Marc Morris.  Dr. Marc is the owner of Poly Health and the founder of the Dr. Marc Method, where he educates aspiring coaches on how to start, build and scale a nutrition coaching business.They discuss:- Marc's path to where he is now- Building a course- Growth mindset and inspiration- Marketing vs. Coaching- The pitfalls of the current marketing landscape on social media- Some key advice for young coaches looking to build a business... and more!Find Marc:IG: @marcwmorris Website: https://www.drmarcmethod.com/YouTube:  @drmarcmethod  ___________Marc has over 10 years of experience as an online nutrition coach, along with a Ph.D. in Human Nutrition.Marc specializes in:- flexible dieting​- weight class sportsJust like you, Marc has been in situations where the results just aren’t showing. ​You might be in the gym 5 times a week, but you can’t seem to reach your weight loss goals. Or, you struggle to pack on some lean muscle mass. Through his experience and educational training, Marc quickly learned that nutrition is the key to achieving your fitness goals.Since the age of 16, Marc has been lifting weights and putting fitness at the center of his life. From 2016-2018, he was the Head Coach for Team Canada in the IPF Open Powerlifting Championships. You’re working with a trainer that knows how to get the best out of people and help that reach specific targets. Marc is passionate about his work; he measures success in terms of how many clients achieve their goals and better themselves. If you want to improve your quality of life and lose excess weight, then you need a trainer who understands the core principles of fitness and nutrition. Marc’s academic background means he knows what works and what is a waste of time.__________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__________Please support the podcast sponsors using the codes below:@masterathleticperformance@coachescorneru@baconandbarbells.co code PAUL10<

In this episode, Paul sits down with Austin Stout.  Austin is a coach, business owner and bodybuilder with a deep understanding of functional health and the ability to teach to a wide variety of people.They discuss:Austin’s path from bodybuilding to functional healthThe coaching process and dealing with general population and bodybuildersNavigating social media and educationEthics and integrity in promotions and salesImproving the industry and elevating the coaching standardAnd more!Find Austin:austinst8 | Facebook | Linktree___________Austin Stout-BS Nutrition Science-Founder and CEO of Integrated Muscle & Health-Contest Prep and Functional Health Coach-Head of IMH Education and Mentorship-15 Years ExperienceI became interested in fitness while actively involved in the varsity wrestling program at my high school. My passion for weight training and nutrition came about because of training for athletics.  Beyond high school this was focused into the world of physique and performance enhancement. I enjoy sharing my knowledge with others and helping them achieve their goals while learning from them along the way.I have worked with hundreds of competitors and non-competitors of all ages as well as with athletes outside of the physique arena. I strive to treat each athlete as my number one priority and work closely with them to provide an approach that is not only methodical but practical.My goal with each client is to maximize each and every area of their programming through the use of science, anecdotal evidence, and practical experience. Control of lifestyle factors such as stress management that can aid in overall results and quality of life are also important. The body and the mind are strongly interconnected and ensuring each body system works in unison is vital to success and long term sustainability.I provide a comprehensive array of services to cater to all physique enhancement, athletic and general health and fitness needs. My services typically consist of regular check-ins and feedback from me and constant adaptations of the plan to meet one's goals. I do my best to provide all clients with a timely response and adequate feedback/explanation of each change made to their programming. Your goals are my number 1 priority while still keeping health in the forefront.__________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 f

In this episode, Paul sits down with friend, former client and Mindset and Lifestyle Coach Bill Elliott.  Bill’s story is a unique on that he uses as a frame to show people that life is truly what you make of it and that you’re in the driver’s seat of your life.They discuss:Bill’s storyIdentity and actionsStress and overwhelmHow to start when friction is the highestDefining success and how language shapes our realityExepectations of ourselves and othersAnd so much more.Find Bill:IG: @musclebillcoaching Website: https://www.musclebill.com/__________Bill is a mindset coach who uses a positive realist approach to help clients build momentum in their lives. He has a unique practical ability to create anchors through life's chaos, and carries a refreshing lightness and warmth through heavy conversations. __________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__________Please support the podcast sponsors using the codes below:@masterathleticperformance@coachescorneru@baconandbarbells.co code PAUL10@grindstone_blends PONEID10