I get LOTS of business questions. LOTS. The MAIN problem I see amongst other coaches and entrepreneurs in general is they are too busy following and copying and doing nothing unique or different. In essence, they are not being themselves. This is also known as being sheep. Take a look at my gym web site and you'll see plenty of other coaches who have taken the initiative to cut and paste and make a few slight edits. This is a recipe for average. Now, for those who don't aspire to be average, … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2014
Spartan Underground QnA II: What Is The BEST Way to Prep for Spartan Race?
In this episode of The Underground Strength Coach Meets Spartan QnA Joe DeSena answers the following questions: 1) What is the BEST way to prepare for The Spartan Race? 2) How many burpees does Joe do on average every day and every week? You'll also see Joe going through his workout LIVE while our boys go through their wrestling workout. Check it out and enjoy :) … [Read more...]
Spartan Underground QnA 1: Toughest Life Lessons, Inspiration Through Exercise & Best Marriage Tip
Last weekend Joe DeSena stayed at my house and spent time at The Jersey Shore for the first time ever. His daughter and 2 boys met us at the beach and we got them in the water just as low tide ended and crushed some body surfing. The weekend was a whirlwind of fun where we mixed great family time with great food, wrestling, training and talking life and business. I asked for your questions to ask Joe on my Facebook Fan Page and as promised, I made it happen for you. Below is Pt 1. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
5 Ways To Overcome Life Obstacles
In this episode of The STRONG Life Podcast I wanted to share some tips in overcoming obstacles after I came across a YouTube comment. I also want you to read the quote in the photo above, by Helen Keller, and think about it for a minute or two before you go ahead and listen to the latest STRONG Life Podcast. You will better understand what we're about to get into here: … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Weekend Learning List – July 11, 2014
The image above sums up what the weekend learning list is all about, along with my own quote. I am always learning and every week I am reading a new book, receiving coaching from another expert, ALWAYS implementing (that is THE key) and experimenting to see what works and what doesn't work. Before we kick off this weekend's learning list, I MUST emphasize a GREAT lesson I've learned, especially in the past 2 years but in general, throughout my entire life. Sometimes, these lessons take a LONG … [Read more...]
Neck Training, Gymnastics, Triathlon Training & Strength Coach Talk
I asked for some questions to be thrown my way on Twitter and I got some GREAT questions. Thank you! I answer them below and now you can listen to The STRONG Life Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher Radio. The Questions I answer in this episode are: … [Read more...]
Is The “Perfect Workout” Holding Back Your Bad Assery?
My wife would tell me I HAD to put the air conditioning on for the athletes. I told her I would. I didn't want her worrying. Then, I told the athletes, if my wife ever asks you guys if I turn the air conditioning on, you better say, "YES!". Now, before you start telling me that I'm so mean, let me explain that everything I do is for the best interest of the athletes. I've seen countless athletes KILL their training with heat over 100 degrees. Making their workouts comfortable will work … [Read more...]
A Day In My Life: Productivity Tips, Controlling Your Time & Health Tips
I'm always asked what a day in my life looks like. Well, during the school year, things are one way, during the summer, things are a completely different way, ha ha. Both are AWESOME, Both are NEVER perfect but I'll be sharing lessons that I hope you can apply to your own life as well as avoiding mistakes that I made not long ago. The reading of this blog post will take you 4 minutes. You can also Listen to a more thorough version of a "Day In My Life" on iTunes. STRONG Life Podcast Listen … [Read more...]
Dads: Why You MUST Be STRONG
Sometimes I feel my heart actually hurt. It actually, truly does ache. This September will be the FIRST year that BOTH of my kids will be in school full time. Since they've been born, I've been used to them knocking on my door, climbing through my office window, shooting me with nerf guns while being interviewed and spending amazing times with my kids. You've likely seen my fishing videos on Instagram with my son as well, like this one (NOTE: My son has the BEST laugh in the world). I've … [Read more...]