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E607: When Your Business No Longer Fits Your Life: A Conversation with Sean Pastuch Jul 30, 2025

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Shallow is joined by Dr. Sean Pastuch for a deep and personal conversation on leadership, risk, and the hidden gaps in how most coaches communicate. From stepping away from a thriving business to rebuilding his life, Sean shares what it really means to take ownership of your time, your team, and your future.

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The First Full-Circle Moment (00:00:00)

Sean's Origin Story and Early Missteps (00:02:00)

Social Media, Business Growth, and a Brick Wall (00:05:00)

Signal Errors in Coaching: Athletes vs. Coaches vs. Clients (00:07:30)

How Most Coaches Misread the Room (00:10:00)

Mentorship, Missed Guidance, and Business Pivoting (00:14:00)

Leaving What's "Working" to Rebuild (00:20:00)

European Vacations and Lessons in Lifestyle Design (00:24:30)

Managing Emotion, Team Trust, and Leadership Gaps (00:28:30)

Success Isn't About Scale, It's About Fit (00:35:00)

When the Business Steals Your Identity (00:42:00)

Rebuilding Culture and Boundaries from the Ground Up (00:47:30)

What Coaches Owe Their Clients (00:53:00)

The Value of Saying No and Building on Purpose (01:00:00)

Growth, Alignment, and Longevity (01:12:00)

E606: CrossFit vs. HYROX: The Future of Fitness Jul 23, 2025

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Shallow and Jiunta dive deep into the cultural, physical, and business differences between CrossFit and HYROX and what they reveal about the future of fitness. This episode covers everything from blood pressure scares and training evolution to the influence of branding, and corporate sponsorships. Whether you're training for performance, longevity, or just trying to outlast your dad's driveway sniper nest, this one hits home.

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Blood Work and Black Coffee (00:00:00)

CT Scans and the Anxiety Spiral (00:02:00)

Passing Down Training (00:10:00)

From Competing to Longevity (00:13:00)

Redefining Progress in the Gym (00:17:00)

HYROX vs. CrossFit: What's the Difference? (00:21:00)

How CrossFit Shaped Modern Fitness (00:26:00)

Social Media, Community, and Gym Culture (00:30:00)

Why HYROX Might Not Last (00:35:00)

The Power of Big Brand Sponsorships (00:40:00)

Community is the Retention Strategy (00:44:00)

E605: Authenticity Outlasts Algorithms: How To Create Sustainable Content Jul 16, 2025

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Shallow and Jiunta get real about the content hamster wheel. From mocking fake authenticity to unpacking how coaches lose themselves trying to chase trends, the guys deliver a raw breakdown of what sustainable content actually looks like. They cover everything from business alignment to social media burnout, the importance of storytelling, and how creativity fuels longevity in coaching.

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For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram.

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You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram!

Dr. Jordan Shallow: https://www.instagram.com/the_muscle_doc/ Dr. Jordan Jiunta: https://www.instagram.com/redwiteandjordan/

Authentic Chaos (00:00:00)

Why "No Plan" Used to Work (00:00:30)

Kids, Chiropractors, and Zero Direction (00:02:00)

The Emoji Witness Protection Program (00:03:15)

Everything is Content (00:04:30)

Real Coaching vs Social Clout (00:06:00)

Muting for Mental Health (00:08:00)

Sharing vs Selling (00:12:00)

Business Alignment and Burnout (00:15:00)

Why Most Coaches Struggle with Content (00:18:00)

Create for Creation's Sake (00:21:00)

The Death of Originality (00:24:00)

Consistency vs Virality (00:27:00)

Content that Actually Builds Connection (00:30:00)

Systems Over Storytelling (00:33:30)

Coaching as a Creative Outlet (00:36:00)

Getting Back to the Work Itself (00:38:30)

The Cost of Chasing Clout (00:42:00)

Finding Purpose in Repetition (00:45:30)

Scaling Without Selling Out (00:48:00)

Vision, Voice, and Value (00:51:00)

Building a Legacy Through Creation (00:55:00)

E604: When Hard Work Isn't Enough: Jay Jones on Identity, Failure, and Grit Jul 09, 2025

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This week Jiunta welcomes Jay Jones to the Podcast. From walking on to a D1 football team, to becoming a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Marines, Jay's story is a raw and unfiltered journey through identity, failure, and grit. Tune in as the guys talk about what happens when hard work isn't enough, why identity beyond sport matters, and how the lowest moments can redefine your purpose.

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PSL1 enrolment is now LIVE! https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

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We've got a new sponsor!

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Don't miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at www.pre-script.com.

For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram.

For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at www.pre-script.com to get the first updates on new programming releases.

You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram!

Dr. Jordan Shallow: https://www.instagram.com/the_muscle_doc/ Dr. Jordan Jiunta: https://www.instagram.com/redwiteandjordan/

Welcome Jay Jones (00:00:00)

D1 Football & Harsh Realities (00:01:15)

Identity Beyond the Game (00:02:56)

Losing Confidence and Quitting the Dream (00:09:18)

From Corporate Climb to Collapse (00:16:04)

Rock Bottom and the Hustler's Grind (00:23:10)

The Plasma Moment (00:27:34)

A New Direction: Joining the Marines at 30 (00:33:01)

Getting Accepted After Being Denied (00:44:09)

Marine Corps Reality Check (00:49:21)

Staying Jay in a Uniform (00:51:15)

E603: Shut Up or Add Value: The Lazy Content Cycle Jul 02, 2025

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Shallow and Jiunta dissect the lazy content cycle plaguing the fitness industry. We're talking injury reaction videos, surface-level hot takes, and the constant chase for algorithm relevance. They break down why both the "this was preventable" crowd and the "injuries can't be prevented" counterculture are missing the point.

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You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram!

Dr. Jordan Shallow: https://www.instagram.com/the_muscle_doc/ Dr. Jordan Jiunta: https://www.instagram.com/redwiteandjordan/

Shut Up or Add Value (00:00:00) The Injury Clout Cycle and NBA Hot Takes (00:01:02) Why Most Content Is Just Reaction Bait (00:04:45) The Myth of Preventable Injuries (00:07:13) Injury Prevention vs Real-World Risk (00:14:21) Acute:Chronic Load and the Elite Athlete Dilemma (00:21:14) You're Not Coaching a Pro—Don't Pretend You Are (00:25:04) Fix the System, Not the Symptom (00:29:00) Foot and Ankle Mechanics That Actually Matter (00:33:48) The Real Role of the Nervous System (00:35:57)

E602: Separating Coaches from Content Creators: What Actually Builds a Coaching Career Today Jun 25, 2025

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The fitness podcast space looks nothing like it did when RX'D Radio started. In this episode, Shallow and Jiunta reflect on what's changed, what still matters, and why trust is the currency that separates real coaches from content creators.

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Don't miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at www.pre-script.com.

For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram.

For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at www.pre-script.com to get the first updates on new programming releases.

You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram!

Dr. Jordan Shallow: https://www.instagram.com/the_muscle_doc/ Dr. Jordan Jiunta: https://www.instagram.com/redwiteandjordan/

Coke Zero & Coaching Evolution (00:00:00)

The Podcast Space Isn't What It Used to Be (00:05:28)

How Social Proof and Trust Work in Coaching (00:10:05)

Why Experience Still Wins (00:17:12)

You Don't Get to Charge Year 10 Rates in Year 1 (00:31:01)

The Price of Growth and Long-Term Success (00:33:33)

E601: You Don't Get to Chase Everything at Once: Why Strength and Endurance Clash Jun 18, 2025

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Why do you shift during squats? Should you train differently during a fat loss phase? And can you get stronger and run without losing progress on either? In this episode Shallow and Jiunta break down some of the most common and misunderstood topics in the fitness space.

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We've got a new sponsor!

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Don't miss the release of our newest educational community -

The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at www.pre-script.com.

For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram.

For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at www.pre-script.com to get the first updates on new programming releases.

You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram!

Dr. Jordan Shallow: https://www.instagram.com/the_muscle_doc/ Dr. Jordan Jiunta: https://www.instagram.com/redwiteandjordan/

0:00 Intro: Why Most Podcasts Don't Last 3:38 The Glute God & Fitness Gimmicks 5:45 Squat Hip Shift: Causes and Corrections 16:42 Fat Loss Training: What Should Actually Change 26:27 Internal Rotation from Benching: What to Do 37:02 Strength + Cardio: Training Them Together 49:01 The Real Problem with Hybrid Training

E600: Steroids vs Placebo: How Perception Changes Performance Jun 11, 2025

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Shallow and Jiunta unpack a wild placebo study where elite powerlifters and sprinters were told they were on steroids... but weren't. We dive into the psychology of belief, placebo effects, and how the mind might be the most underutilized performance-enhancer in training.

It's time we get serious about exercise prescription.

Join the PSL1 waitlist now! https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

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We've got a new sponsor!

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Don't miss the release of our newest educational community -

The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at www.pre-script.com.

For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram.

For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at www.pre-script.com to get the first updates on new programming releases.

You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram!

Dr. Jordan Shallow: https://www.instagram.com/the_muscle_doc/ Dr. Jordan Jiunta: https://www.instagram.com/redwiteandjordan/

Croissants and Intravenous Drugs (00:00:00) Drug vs. Alcohol Logic: The Dark Humor Segment (00:02:00) Performance vs. Feeling Good (00:09:40) The Steroid Placebo Study Breakdown (00:10:18) The Psychology Behind Perceived Strength (00:14:10) Belief vs. Recovery: What's Really Helping? (00:15:26) The Power of Perception in Training (00:16:12) Coaching as a Placebo? (00:20:28) What Athletes Actually Trust (00:24:06) Outliers and Self-Belief (00:27:14) When Placebos Wear Off (00:29:16) Kobe, Floyd, and the Power of Belief (00:31:00) Mental Weakness or Missed Opportunity? (00:36:00) Confidence, Self-Doubt, and Growth (00:39:00) Steroids, Fairness, and the Playing Field (00:41:00)

E599: The REAL PROBLEM With Fitness Content Jun 04, 2025

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Talk is cheap if you're not in the trenches. Shallow and Jiunta draw a hard line between talking about fitness and actually doing the work. This episode is a deep dive into what makes real coaching valuable, from navigating client goals, to exercise selection, and why most fitness content is missing the mark. If you're tired of recycled advice from people who don't coach, this one's for you.

It's time we get serious about exercise prescription.

Join the PSL1 waitlist now! https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide

We've got a new sponsor!

https://marekhealth.com/rxd Code RXD

Don't miss the release of our newest educational community -

The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at

www.pre-script.com.

For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram.

For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at www.pre-script.com to get the first updates on new programming releases.

You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram!

Dr. Jordan Shallow: https://www.instagram.com/the_muscle_doc/ Dr. Jordan Jiunta: https://www.instagram.com/redwiteandjordan/

The Problem with Talking Heads in Fitness (00:02:00)

Exercise Selection: What Actually Matters (00:05:00)

Why Enjoyment is the Key to Consistency (00:10:00)

Coaching Gen Pop vs. Athletes (00:15:00)

Getting Buy-In When Clients Don't Have Goals (00:20:00)

Celebrating Small Wins and Skill Progressions (00:26:00)

The Trap of Scientific Nihilism in Coaching (00:32:00)

The AI Coaching Threat and Human Adaptability (00:40:00)

Career Longevity and Enjoyment (00:50:00)

E598: Foot Mechanics, Herniated Discs, and What NOT to Program May 28, 2025

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Welcome to a solo Q&A with Jiunta where biomechanics, rehab, and bad Instagram questions collide. Jiunta dives deep into foot mechanics, disc injuries, unilateral vs bilateral training, and why chasing "optimal" sometimes misses the mark.

It's time we get serious about exercise prescription.

Join the PSL1 waitlist now! https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide

We've got a new sponsor!

https://marekhealth.com/rxd Code RXD

Don't miss the release of our newest educational community -

The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at

www.pre-script.com.

For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram.

For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at www.pre-script.com to get the first updates on new programming releases.

You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram!

Dr. Jordan Shallow: https://www.instagram.com/the_muscle_doc/ Dr. Jordan Jiunta: https://www.instagram.com/redwiteandjordan/

Foot Pronation and Upstream Effects (00:05:08) Joint Mechanics Aren't a Debate (00:09:01) Disc Herniation and Weightlifting (00:14:00) Rehab Strategy: Control and Capacity (00:20:45) Why Barbell Single-Leg RDLs Miss the Mark (00:29:35) Box Squats and Hypertrophy: Yes or No? (00:40:15) How Jiunta Selects Exercises for Gen Pop Clients (00:46:50) Tips for Selling as a New Coach (00:56:30)

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