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Ep 163 As Long As It Makes You Happy... ft. Bob Brubaker & John Trebino Apr 24, 2021

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Jim Carrey famously commented,
"I think everybody should get rich and famous and do everything they ever dreamed of so they can see that it's not the answer."
Even self-help gurus are moving away from the idea of pursuing "happiness", talking instead about meaning or fulfillment.
Listen in on today's Strong By Design podcast as Mike Westerdal and Chris Wilson discuss this endless pursuit of happiness in a material world filled with distraction, anxiety and depression with Bob Brubaker and John Trebino from the PowerBreak podcast.

"All of this pursuit of happiness is meaningless without God." (King Solomon)

-Mike Westerdal

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0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guests on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

3:11 – What does it really mean to be happy?

7:12 – Happiness vs. Joy: What’s the difference?

14:35 – The joy of serving God

21:40 – The spirit of gratitude

24:31 – Why you should celebrate small wins

27:50 – Understanding the difference between Sanctification and Justification

32:34 – Why discipline is the highest form of love

41:58 – Bob and John talk about the prosperity gospel

47:47 – The power of reading the Bible

52:15 – The importance of trusting God’s way

57:58 – The joy of walking with God

1:04:36 – Where you can go to connect with Bob Brubaker & John Trebino

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Ep 162 Seaspiracy: Is Commercial Fishing Killing Our Oceans? Apr 21, 2021

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If you have not yet heard about out, or seen the Netflix documentary Seaspiracy … you will probably be hearing things about it very soon. Especially with Earth Day upon us.

Seaspiracy is a documentary that looks in the deeper issues of the environmental impact of the commercial fishing industry. And as with all documentaries, this one is certainly getting its’ fair share of raised eyebrows as far as the accuracy of the facts presented in the film.

In this episode Mike Westerdal, Samantha Harrison & Coach Tonya sit down to discuss some of the highlights and issues this documentary brings to light. No one here is a marine biologist, marine scientist or environmental scientist. No one here is, or has, any ties to anyone in the commercial fishing industry. However, we all watched the episode and have our own opinions, as I’m sure you will as well.

Is commercial fishing killing our oceans? Is the only solution to this problem to get people to remove fish from their diet entirely? Join us as we talk about these questions and much more.

"We can't fix commercial fishing, that's corporate greed, we need food to eat and people need jobs... there's only so much you can do to regulate it." -Samantha Harrison

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0:24 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast

1:15 – ‘Seaspiracy’: What is the documentary about?

4:23 – ‘Strong by Design’ hosts Tonya Fines, Mike Westerdal and Samantha Harrison share their honest thoughts about ‘Seaspiracy’

8:44 – Understanding Bycatch: What is it and how does it work?

14:40 – The truth about sustainable fishing

18:43 – The importance of protecting coral reefs

24:25 – Wild fish vs. farmed fish: Which is better?

30:15 – Simple ways you can do to save the oceans

32:45 – Do fish have feelings?

35:00 – Tonya Fines on fish farming in Florida

41:11 – Key takeaways from the episode

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Ep 161 Breaking the Silence on Male Eating Disorders with Dave Mathas Apr 17, 2021

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Eating disorders are a serious illness that are debilitating and if not treated correctly, can be fatal. And it seems as though much of the attention with eating disorders largely falls to the female population … why is this?!

Dave Mathas was an Army Combat Vet, he was a front-line defender, he loved being a soldier and he believed he had it all together and had his life under control. But Dave was spiraling out of control … he was anorexic and he was brilliant at hiding it from everyone around him. In Dave’s mind, nothing was wrong with him and he DID NOT NEED HELP!

By all accounts Dave Mathas should not be here today, but he is, and his story is nothing short of amazing and one of the most inspiring I’ve ever heard.

Today Coach Tonya sits down with Dave Mathas, BioLayne coach and Author, to talk about his journey from near death to stepping back into life with not only a healthy body, but a healthy mind and a very joyful and fulfilling life.

"I knew what I was doing was not good but I couldn't control myself. It's very debilitating and that's how I felt for many years." -David Mathas

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0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

1:49 – Get to know Physique and Strength Coach Dave Mathas

7:00 – Dave opens up about his struggles with mental health and severe eating disorder

11:30 – Dave on how he dealt with anxiety, OCD, depression

16:03 – Understanding the relational dimensions of the human being

23:11 – Dave shares what it's like to live and cope with anxiety and eating disorders

28:23 – Dave on building a wall between himself and the rest of the world

31:05 – Road to recovery: How he overcame his mental health issues and eating disorder

40:00 – The power of Faith

45:22 – Dave on coaching and helping others achieve their health and fitness goals

52:52 – Why taking action matters

56:15 – The stigma of male eating disorders

1:07:32 – The effects of stress on the body

1:08:57 – Where you can go to connect with Dave Mathas

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Ep 160 Compassion Over Perfection ft. Becky Fox Apr 14, 2021

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The words you use when you speak to yourself matter immensely.

We can be our own best friend or worst critic. And before anyone else in the world can make a difference in our lives, WE have to realize it all begins with the relationship we have with ourselves.

What we tell ourselves, what we see in the mirror and how we truly feel about our bodies counts more than anyone else. It holds far more weight than most of us realize.

Yet we are quick to blow that off as if it’s not critical to our own well-being and instead focus on the words and feelings of others. Ultimately this approach backfires as we begin to believe what we see and hear from the world around us.

Today coach Chris Wilson sits down with fat loss coach and former fitness model Becky Fox to tackle the topic of self-love and how we speak to ourselves.

"The more we tell ourselves negative things the more we're going to believe it." -Becky Fox

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0:24 - Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

4:24 – Get to know Fat Loss Coach Becky Fox

8:01 – Extreme exercise: Why too much exercise may be a bad thing

14:28 – Becky shares fitness journey, struggles with weight-loss

21:10 – Self-talk: Why you must be careful about what you say to yourself

26:00 – The importance of having a support system

29:40 – The power of baby steps

35:55 – Becky on helping women look and feel their best through fitness and nutrition program

42:30 – Discover the secret to fitness success

50:10 – Becky on how does age affect your fitness

1:00:07 – Connect with Coach Becky through her social media channels, official website

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Ep 159 The Fit Father Project ft. Dr Anthony Balduzzi Apr 10, 2021

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Life is crazy busy and filled with distractions of all kinds.

And in this daily grind we all need easy decisions that help us move closer to the muscular physique and optimal health we desire. But how do we make it sustainable and lasting?

Today coach Chris Wilson speaks with Fit Father Project creator Dr Anthony Balduzzi about the many pitfalls and success stories he sees every day with FFP.

Dr Anthony understands the demands of life and realizes that through structure based on our own individual needs we can all have the body and life we dream of. His passion for family and fitness is evident in this fantastic conversation on Strong By Design.

"People need a system, a set of routines and behaviors that fits into your life uniquely." -Dr Anthony Balduzzi

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0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

5:38 – Dr. Anthony Balduzzi recounts how he got into health and fitness

8:28 – How the loss of a loved one pushed him to start the Fit Father Project and Fit Mother Project

13:48 - Dr. Anthony on what makes their nutrition and exercise program successful

21:01 – Why good nutrition is the most important part of fitness

30:53 – Dr. Anthony on what are the most important aspects of a successful weight loss program

36:56 – The power of the pen: Why you should write things down

42:40 – Dr. Anthony on helping busy parents to get healthy, lose weight through nutrition and exercise plan

47:45 – How to turn your struggles into triumphs

49:27 – Learn more about Dr. Anthony’s Fit Father Project and Fit Mother Project: official website and social media channels

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Ep 158 Going DEEP into the Mind-Body Connection ft. Dr. Chrisna Botha-Ravyse Apr 07, 2021

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We experience the world using mostly physical touch and our minds but our connection to life as a whole goes much deeper than that.

Dr. Chrisna Botha-Ravyse is a seasoned academic researcher, educator and consummate professional speaker. Known by her clients and as “Dr. Chris”, she is a nationally recognized wellness expert and Podcast Host.

She earned a PhD in Human Movement Science, has written multiple research publications in the field of nutrition, physical activity and health education. Her health, wellness and coaching organization teaches clients revolutionary strategies that empower them to achieve optimum health performance.

In today’s podcast with holistic health practitioner Tonya Fines, Dr Chris talks about what a healthy mindset looks like, her wellness philosophy, good and bad daily lifestyle habits, and what is optimal weight loss.

"Whenever you embark on a health journey, you need to do the mind work as well... it's why most people who lose weight fast gain it all back." -Dr Chrisna Ravyse

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0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

1:42 – Wellness coach and physiologist Dr. Chrisna ‘Dr Chris’ Botha-Ravyse recounts how she got into the health and fitness industry

8:43 – Dr. Chris on helping people transform their lives through coaching

11:08 – Dr. Chris talks about her wellness philosophy

14:05 – Why it’s important to celebrate small successes

17:23 – Fear of success: What it is and what to do about it

20:04 – Why Dr. Chris relates herself to a ‘Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow’ plant

23:55 – The art of living in the moment

28:00 – The power of taking responsibility

31:39 – Dr. Chris dives deep into expendable habits

37:00 – Why consistency is key to success

40:50 – Where you can go to connect with Dr. Chris

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Ep 157 4 Basic Pillars to Reach Financial Freedom ft. Eric Ortiz Mar 31, 2021

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Achieving financial freedom is easier than you’ve been led to believe.

In fact, just about anyone, regardless of income can reach financial freedom through the principles discussed in today’s conversation with retired athlete money manager Eric Ortiz.

Getting out from under debt, saving for the future and still enjoying the lifestyle you want is 100% possible. It all comes down to taking the right small steps coupled with consistency and trusting in God along the way.

Co-host Chris Wilson is face to face with today’s guest Eric Ortiz who is a regular at the Critical Bench Compound for weekly workouts and some much-appreciated financial advice and strategies.

"If you master these 4 things then you're gonna reach financial freedom." -Eric Ortiz

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0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

5:32 – Eric Ortiz recounts how he got into financial coaching

10:40 – The importance of having a budget

16:15 – Saving strategy: Pay yourself first

19:22 – Eric on why investing is important

23:17 – Where you can go to learn more about investment strategies

28:18 – How to live a debt-free life

34:49 – Why financial freedom begins with life insurance

40:25 – Host Chris and Eric on money as an instrument for blessing others

49:55 – Eric on what does the Bible say about saving and investing

57:30 – The power of trusting God with your finances

1:05:13 – Connect with Eric Ortiz through his social media channels

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Ep 156 Could an Eye Exam SAVE YOUR LIFE? ft. Dr. Travis Zigler Mar 24, 2021

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What can your eyes tell you about your health? Well, you’d be surprised…

Dr. Travis Zigler is an optometrist and philanthropist. He is the founder of Eye Love, whose mission is to heal 1,000,000 dry eye sufferers naturally and to end preventable blindness.

Dr. Travis and his wife, Dr. Jenna Zigler, use the profits from Eye Love to fund free and low-cost clinics in Jamaica and in the US.

Co-host and Holistic Health Practitioner Tonya Fines has a profound conversation with Dr. Travis that will forever change your thinking about the link between eye care and your health.

"Just because you can see okay doesn't mean you're healthy. Most people overlook their eyes." -Dr Travis Zigler

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0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

1:44 – Get to know Dr. Travis Zigler and his mission to end preventable blindness

9:15 – Dr. Travis shares about his memorable mission trip to Jamaica

13:02 – Learn more about the Eye Love Cares Foundation and how you can support their mission

14:23 – The relationship between eye health and nutrition

17:35 – Dr. Travis discusses the struggles he faces in his mission

23:28 – Discover Dr. Travis' approach to eye health and dry eye

32:24 – Why eyelid hygiene is important

42:08 – The importance of annual eye exams for children and adults

50:05 – Dr. Travis on why you should wear sunglasses when outdoors

52:37 – How blue light affects eye health

55:49 – Dr. Travis gives tips on how to keep electronics out of the bedroom, and sleep better

1:00:27 – Connect with Dr. Travis through his social media channels, official websites

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Ep 155 Is It MANLY to Share Your Feelings? ft. Joe Bernstein Mar 17, 2021

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If you’re stuck in the past or too focused on the future, you’re not living in the present.

Life coach Joe Bernstein is helping men around the world become more fully present in their relationships, their careers and in their personal lives.

In order to do that, sometimes you need to dig deep to uncover the best of yourself. It’s been said that, “Joe was born to do this work.” He’s fully committed to helping men grow, evolve and become more successful in every area of their lives.

Men, get ready to find out just how powerful you can become in this life as host Chris Wilson speaks with today’s extraordinary guest Joe Bernstein on the Strong By Design podcast.

"When we're just all head we're missing a lot of the human experience and we typically will have a lot of problems with relationships." -Joe Bernstein

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0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

3:37 – Get to know more about life coach, Joe Bernstein

8:59 – Joe recounts his journey through a time of personal crisis

17:01 - Are you confusing comfort with happiness?

22:35 – Joe talks about the mind-body connection

28:15 - The importance of mental toughness

31:03 – The power of male vulnerability

39:42 – The art of focusing on one thing at a time

45:22 – Why being accountable is important?

54:32 - Joe on applying mindfulness to everyday life

1:01:14 - Where you can go to connect with Joe Bernstein

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Ep 154 Warriors Sharpen Warriors ft. MMA Coach Phil Daru Mar 10, 2021

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MMA fighter and elite strength coach Phil Daru is a warrior.

As the famous expression from biblical scripture reads, iron sharpens iron as one man sharpens another. In order to BE the best at anything in life, you need to train with and like the best.

In Boca Raton, FL, Daru Strong Performance Gym is where champions are made.

Today coach Chris Wilson gets inside the mind of a warrior as champion coach Phil Daru dives deep into his past, his passion for fighting, his love of training and why he’s not yet satisfied.

"Dustin winning his fight was amazing with Conor (McGregor), definitely a highlight of my career but I'm not satisfied yet." -Phil Daru

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0:24 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

3:13 – Strength and Conditioning Coach Phil Daru recounts how he got into Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)

5:45 – Phil shares his journey from MMA fighter to one of the best strength coaches / trainers in the fitness industry

8:08 – Phil talks about his struggles with concussions and how it has impacted his life

15:30 – The birth of ‘Daru Strong Performance Gym’

23:21 – The hardest part of being a coach / trainer

26:40 – Phil shares his proudest moment as an MMA fighter

32:05 – Phil’s favorite lift and impressive PR total

42:15 – Phil on training with elite athletes and MMA fighters

49:01 – Connect with Coach Phil through his social media channels