I am asked quite often "Zach, how did you get started as a Strength Coach and Gym Owner?". This Question makes me think about how I have kept on going, how I've made it through the ups and downs and why some people don't make it through those down times. Here's a short list for starters, on 4 BIG Keys to help you achieve more success as a Strength Coach. I'll have to create another article regarding being a Gym Owner, because that's a completely different list. In fact, MANY Great … [Read more...]
182 | Legendary Strength Coach, Johnny Parker
WOW! My words can NOT do justice to this conversation I am so humbled to have shared and experienced with Legendary Strength Coach, Johnny Parker. This man is so humble and so genuine in his message, it was BEYOND REFRESHING to hear such a deep message on coaching. I felt like I was speaking to the Father of Strength Coaches the way he spoke so eloquently on Coaching "Beyond Strength in the Weight Room". I honestly felt connected to Johnny because I am always talking about & … [Read more...]
181 | Brian Moss on The Gym Business, Photography & Passion
Here we go! STRONG Life Podcast ep. 181 is Powerful! Brian Moss is The Founder of The Better Bodies Gym and Clothing brand which was started in 1982! During the intro, I discuss how Brian and I connected in 2003 and I also share the story of how I ALMOST bought a gym instead of an engagement ring!!! ha ha Brian and I discuss the gym business of the 80s and 90s along with what he sees happening today in the gym industry. - I also share the story of how I ALMOST bought an … [Read more...]
179 | Strength Coach QnA: Career Choices, Parenting & Opportunity
In this episode of The STRONG Life Podcast I answer a serious question. A question that brings up the topics of family, the strength & conditioning industry, being a teacher, learning from other coaches, answering the call to opportunity and much more. This question will give you clarity on your own path, whether you're a strength coach or not. Enjoy the show and below you'll also see some updates from my YouTube (make sure you are subscribed) as well as my Spartan WAY podcasts. … [Read more...]
178 | STRONG Life QnA: Strength Coach Success, Mindset & Being RELENTLESS
Episode 178 of THE STRONG Life Podcast, QnA Style. This episode was open for Strength Coaches and most of the time, it's a lot of business questions. It was GREAT to see more training questions this time around. Strength Coach Success is the theme of this episode. As you listen, my hope is you understand that Success takes never ending work. And as a Strength Coach, you do NOT have to follow the "norms". In fact, many norms are best if you ignore them. Create your OWN perfect day and … [Read more...]
177 | Jim Steel & Zach Talk Leadership, Bodybuilding & Life
STRONG Life Podcast ep. 177 with my man, Jim Steel. GREAT times during this chat as Jim and I discuss the following topics: - Leadership lessons learned from sports as well as what we see today on college teams - Our lessons learned from Football & Wrestling - Thoughts on Football for kids - Bodybuilding in your 40s and 50s - Jim's recent bodybuilding experience … [Read more...]
176 | Strength Coach Toughness & Success, Training Athletes Today vs Early Days of The Underground Strength Gym
STRONG Life Podcast Ep. 176. This is a Power packed blog post because I added a hard hitting, TRUTH Bomb intro for Strength Coaches before sharing my interview with Joel Smith of Just Fly Sports. Joel asked me some awesome questions and this was my second time being featured on his podcast. Also below is a question that was asked to me regarding how I overcame my tough times 5-6 years ago as a Strength Coach. From opening multiple facilities to working at two D1 Universities, I have … [Read more...]
175 | Top 3 Takeaways In Life & Business from The STRONG Life Experience
The above Henry Rollins quote is perfectly fitting for this episode of The STRONG Life Podcast. In this episode I chat with Chris Perilli who was 1 of the guest coaches at the first STRONG Life Experience. He is also the guy I brought in along with his team to record this event and we'll release the recordings next week for a week or so. The recordings will be a Bonus for the Boston SLE attendees. I've seen too many heart breaking posts on FB from passionate Coaches who are leaving … [Read more...]
174 | QnA: Strength Coach Business, Know Your WHY & Training Combat Athletes
STRONG Life Podcast ep. 174, QnA style, from the heart! I will kick things off with this quote from Henry Rollins, that truly sums up what I do as a Coach and via The Underground Strength Gym. “It'll destroy you if you try to make it mean anything to anyone but yourself.” This QnA was solid. A solid blend of Business, Training & Living your Truth. Some of you can use a good ol' throat punch of truth. What we see on the surface is not always what lies beneath the surface. A rem … [Read more...]
173 | Living The STRONG Life, Regardless of Those Who Try to Stop You!
STRONG Life Podcast 173, here we GO! Have you ever felt like you're in a place where you simply do NOT fit in? I've been there before with both training and life / career. This episode brought me back to my early days of training athletes from my garage and eventually my first location. 98% of the people that knew me or knew what I was doing all said You can't do that! I was able to build a 6 figure warehouse gym while teaching full time and running my gym with part time hours. There … [Read more...]
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