Stronger U Coach, Dr. Julie Beegle is back on the podcast to chat about the post-summer reset as it applies to nutrition and fitness. With the close of summer, back to school, and fall right around the corner, many people want to shift their diets, goals, and their approaches to eating (us included!). But what happens to our bodies when we decide t…

Gianna is back with a special guest for National Fitness Month. In this episode, we welcome trainer, strength coach, and owner of Compound Performance, Kyle Dobbs, to Stronger U Radio. Kyle found his passion for training while rehabbing sports injuries in college. After graduating with a biology/chemistry double major, he moved from the Midwest to …

In this episode, Stronger U Dietitians are spilling the (science-backed) beans on caffeine! Stronger U Radio host and RD Gianna Masi welcomes back Dr. Jessica Bachman, Stronger U's Director of Operations, and trusted nutrition expert. Dr. Jess, with a PhD in Nutrition and extensive experience in academia, shares insights into caffeine consumption d…

Our next Stronger U Radio guest has a large fan base within the Stronger U Coach community. Karin Nordin, PhD is an expert in mindset and behavior change and a published researcher of mindset theory. After graduating with her doctorate, Karin had a striking realization: The typical self-help and productivity approaches of the personal development i…

This episode of Stronger U Radio brings you a special guest interview with Dr. Julie Beegle, a Stronger U Coach who has a formal education in stem cell biology and clinical research. Like many of our coaches, she’s been coached and has gone through the process of change herself. During her conversation with our Manager of Nutrition Education and In…

Welcome to another episode of Stronger U Radio! Join Registered Dietitian Gianna and Coach Adina as they delve into the intricacies of working through set backs and adjusting goals, perfectly timed for the holiday season. In this episode, they explore the ongoing challenge of maintaining equilibrium amid life's complexities. With a blend of nutriti…

Could there be a link between a health challenge, chronic pain, or behavior pattern and another seemingly unrelated area of your lifestyle or past trauma? The short answer is yes, there could be because of the interconnectedness of the various systems of the body, one imbalance can create another. Healthcare is moving away from the model of isolati…

Stronger U Radio’s Coach Series has been about getting to know some of our inspiring, knowledgeable, relatable coaches. These individuals are a big part of what makes the magic of the Stronger U community so special (in addition to our members, of course). In this episode, we caught up with our first international coach, Jodi Burchill. Hailing from…

We're thrilled to bring you a special Stronger U Radio episode! Our very own Gianna Masi and Glen Schleehauf sit down with this month's community book club author, Matt Fitzgerald. Join us as we delve into the world of peak performance and nutrition. Matt shares unique insights and details about his writing process. He also reveals how he created a…

“Make walking great again.” That’s the slogan that Stronger U Coach Dean Guedo lives by. In this Stronger U Radio episode, he joined SU Registered Dietitian and Manager of Nutrition Education, Gianna Masi to chat about his unique approach to coaching members towards success. Dean is a nutrition coach driven to find a better and more efficient way t…

The Stronger U Radio Summer Series continues with another coach feature hosted by Branden Hazelwood. In this episode, we hear from Coach Dru Madrid, a longtime Stronger U coaching veteran. You’ll get the details of his background in powerlifting and how it eventually led him to nutrition coaching. Most importantly, he shares how his work with Stron…

One theme from many Stronger U Coaches is that they started as members overcoming challenges – giving them a different perspective and making them relatable. This rings true for Coach Juli Young, who recently sat down with Branden during our Stronger U Radio Summer Series. A self-proclaimed life-long gym rat, Coach Juli has always loved exercise bu…

The Stronger U Summer Series hosted by Member Experience Specialist Branden Hazelwood continues! In this inspiring episode, he gets personal with Coach Candace Reed, who’s been with us since 2020. You’ll get a front-row seat to her incredible story of overcoming a significant health challenge and adversity that resulted from a childhood injury. You…

“Eat real, [delicious] food and eat it in moderation. That’s where the sweet spot is.” During this episode of Stronger U Radio’s Summer Series, host Branden Hazelwood (Member Experience Specialist) chats with SU Coach Amelia McMillen. She dives into her story of going from working in the culinary world at a three-star Michelin restaurant in Califor…

Introducing the inaugural episode of Stronger U Radio’s Summer Series hosted by Member Experience Specialist Branden Hazelwood. One of the characteristics that sets Stronger U apart is the personalization that goes into each member’s experience. PEOPLE, not AI, drive that personalization. Get to know the people behind the brand who’ve been where yo…

Have you always wondered what it’s really like behind the scenes at Stronger U? We’re giving you a peek behind the curtain with Member Experience Specialist Branden Hazelwood! Branden is a Stronger U OG, having been a part of this brand since the early days. He sat down with Gianna Masi, RD CISSN, to give us a glimpse into his journey as a SU team …

Discover the crucial link between exercise, women’s health, and physical therapy. Injuries and physical changes throughout life can impact our ability to be active and do what we enjoy. Working with an experienced physical therapist can be beneficial in preventing and healing injuries and in strengthening the body, especially for women. Dr. Monica …

Coaches — they’re just like us! This special Stronger U Radio episode features Stronger U Coach Jamie Tuttle, who went from an OR nurse administrator looking to lose weight to a full-time inspiring Stronger U Coach. She and SU Community Manager Kenzie Faris sat down to dive deep into Jamie’s story, her 50 lb weight loss journey, and how her Stronge…

Stronger U Coach and Registered Dietitian, Katie Leahy is joined by Stronger U member Chloe Rosen. Chloe is a runner, writer, content creator and actor (among other amazing things!) who is on a mission to run the six World Marathon Majors. She has already run the Chicago and New York marathons and has her sights set on the Boston Marathon in 2024. …

Are you overwhelmed with deciphering fact versus fiction amid all the conflicting weight loss advice and information? We’ve got you! On this episode of Stronger U Radio, we’re answering your most pressing weight loss and nutrition questions. Should you eat after 7 pm? Does skipping meals help you lose weight? Do carbs make you gain weight? Do you n…

Should I be supplementing with probiotics? What are prebiotics? What’s the deal with fermented foods? What is gut health, anyway and why is it important? The latest episode of Stronger U Radio answers these and other common questions about the hot topic of your gut, microbiome, and how it impacts your overall health. Erin DeMille, MS, RD joins Stro…

“Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become.” – James Clear In this episode of Stronger U Radio, Manager of Nutrition Education and Innovation, Gianna Masi RDN, CISSN, is joined by Tim Landicho. Tim has been a trainer for the last six years, currently serving as a coach for the digital fitness platform, Tonal. He’s al…

Ozempic. Wegovy. Rybelsus. These brand names of the medication semaglutide (a GLP-1) have recently been having quite the moment in the spotlight. From social media influencers and celebrities to publications and news outlets, it seems everyone has been talking about this “miracle drug.” Following increased exposure and curiosity among the general p…

Nervous system dysregulation can cause many mental health symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and insomnia, to name a few. During this episode of Stronger U Radio, Manager of Nutrition Education and Innovation Gianna Masi, RD sat down with Jordan Dann, licensed psychoanalyst, relationship coach, and author of Somatic Therapy for Healing Trauma. T…

During our annual Stronger U Summit in Nashville, our team had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Lisa Lewis as this year’s keynote speaker for coach education in counseling and sports psychology. She’s worked in college mental health centers before opening a private practice. Dr. Lisa has been practicing counseling and psychotherapy since 2003 across a b…

Too busy to [self] care? On this latest Episode of Stronger U Radio, Coach Sinan Ozyemisci and Stronger U member and Fox 5 New York Reporter Raegan Medgie sat down to discuss how to overcome the fear of being too busy – something many of us can relate to. A few years ago, Raegan’s hectic schedule presented challenges with keeping up with her health…

Join Stronger U's Director of Nutrition Education, Dr. Jessica Bachman as she sits down with Lifestyle coach Dr. Julie Beegle. This episode is a fantastic introduction to the Stronger U Lifestyle program, Dr. Julie Beegle's story (spoiler: she lost over 80 pounds on her own personal wellness journey and now coaches Stronger U members to their goals…

Join Stronger U's Coach Liaison Sinan Ozyemisci as he sits down with Ryan Carlyle (USA Olympic Rugby) as they chat about striking a balance between strength training and still enjoying delicious foods. This is the perfect episode for anybody who has ever wanted to understand the demands of an Olympic athlete or how to have strict fitness goals with…

We are weeks away from some of our busiest holidays of the year. You might be wondering how you're going to balance the yuletide with the decadence of the season. This episode we welcome the Stronger U to the conversation to chat and offer their best tips for managing your goals and plan with a busy holiday season. Join Community Manager, Kenzie Fa…

It's spooky season and store's shelves are packed with sweets and treats. This week Stronger U Founder, Mike Doehla sits down with Calvin Huynh (Awesome Fitness Science) to chat all things sugar and *if* it deserves it's bad reputation. Listen as Mike and Calvin dig into naturally occurring sugars, the sneaky macro that might be impacting your weig…

If you're a part of the Stronger U member community, then chances are, you already know Samiksha well! Samiksha is a long-time Stronger U member who has been working with Coach Berit, RD, to hone in on and support her health and fitness goals. This week, Samiksha sits down with Coach Berit and Mike D. to talk mindset, weight loss, and how to start …

In this episode, Dr. Bachman and Coach Tracie dish out their shared experiences as parents of young kids and how they build structure into their days to set them up for success and healthy decisions that support their goals. They talk about how heading back to school is an opportunity to evaluate your current at-home routines and how busy after-sch…

We are thrilled to welcome our #StrongerUs book club author, Dr. Kelly McGonigal to the podcast this week! If you are a part of the Stronger U Community, then you know that we're using September to collectively read Dr. McGonigal's book, "The Willpower Instinct". Stronger U's Manager of Nutrition Education and Innovation, Gianna Masi, RD, sits down…

The Stronger U Radio Podcast is BACK After a summer hiatus the Stronger U Radio is making it's triumphant return! _____________________________ Join Stronger U coach, Adina, as she kicks off our newest season of the Stronger U Radio podcast 🎉. This week, Coach Adina sits down with Stronger U member Leslie B. In honor of the upcoming Labor Day holid…

We have a special episode for you today! This week, Stronger U Founder, Mike Doehla, had the opportunity to sit down with Stronger U Coach Berit Young, RD, and her member Cammie Todd. Cammie was a RN working in a Level 2 trauma center, trying to manage the stress and long hours. In result, Cammie gained 100 pounds and found herself reaching for com…

This week Stronger U coach Karen Blankenship sits down with SU Founder Mike Doehla to talk about all things summer plans! The weather is warm, the drinks are cold, and we're all faced with navigating our summer plans with our Stronger U goals in mind! This episode covers everything, including: •Reasonable steps to take to prep for the beach. •Hydra…

Join Stronger U founder Mike Doehla as he sits down with Derek Stanley (Derek Stanley Fitness) as they discuss how long a person should plan on working with a coach. Together, they discuss how different seasons may impact our progress, how a coach can support evolving goals, and much more. This episode is the perfect listen for anybody who has ever…

This week Stronger U founder, Mike Doehla, sits down with a Stronger U member, who has successfully navigated the program while maintaining a vegetarian dietary preference. Together, Mike and Kaitlin C. chat all things vegetarians including the difference between nutritious eating and unhealthy vegetarianism, how to food prep for a family, and find…

Have you heard? It's Stronger U's birthday month! What started 7 years ago as Mike Doehla's side hustle has now blossomed into a full-blown operation that has helped thousands of members reach their goals. This week we're digging into the archives and pulling out the very first Stronger U Radio episode! This episode is a deep dive into how Stronger…

Join Stronger U Founder Mike Doehla and Calvin Huynh (Coach/Trainer/Writer) as they dive into common nutritional myths and the truth behind them. Mike and Calvin use their time to chat all things from Intermittent Fasting, the risk of overcomplicated weight loss, and much more! To learn more about Stronger U, head to www.strongeru.com or follow us …

As an educator, Cathy Julius was asked to complete a professional development activity sitting on the floor with her peers. As the activity concluded, she noticed that many of the teachers around her needed help getting up from the floor and it was at that moment that she decided that she never wanted her body to hinder her from living her life. Th…

This week Stronger U Founder Mike Doehla sits down with Stronger U's Chief Experience Office, Cail Morrison. This episode is packed with applicable tips for managing a busy life while still trying to eat (and feed your family with) nutritious foods. In this episode: •Learn about how to manage your goals while going through a kitchen renovation. •Ho…

This week Stronger U Founder, Mike Doehla, sits down with James Cerbie (Founder and Head Coach of Rebel Performance). Together, Mike and James dive into the complex topic of anti-aging, remaining youthful, and critically assessing health/fitness goals when it comes to getting older. James and Mike use their time to chat about the physiological chan…

This week Stronger U founder Mike Doehla sits down with Mike Howard, fitness and nutrition expert who specialized in the foundational skills of habit building for success. Together Mike and Mike have a lively conversation about what it takes to build habits that will sustain people for a lifetime, what a healthy relationship with food and fitness l…

This week Mike Doehla sits down with Stronger U member Carmen Orr to talk about her Stronger U journey. Carmen has successfully followed the Stronger U program for the last four years. As a chronic dieter, Carmen explains how she had tried everything, but it wasn't until she found Stronger U that she was able to understand the importance of fueling…

This week, Stronger U Founder Mike Doehla sits down with Stronger U coach Jodi Burchill. Together, they discuss the importance of maintenance when it comes to the weight loss journey. Specifically, how to effectively learn maintenance and why it is one of the most essential skills in your Stronger U journey. If you are hoping to maintain your curre…

This week, Stronger U Founder Mike Doehla sits down with Dr. Shelby Harris, licensed clinical psychologist, specializing in behavioral sleep medicine (BSM). Together, Mike and Dr. Harris discuss the importance of high-quality sleep, how to get it, and what you can start doing today to encourage healthier sleep habits tonight. Dr. Shelby Harris is l…

This week Stronger U Founder Mike Doehla is joined by Stronger U Program Director GIanna Masi, RD, to discuss the important skill of how we talk about food. This dynamic topic tackles the challenges associated with how we talk about the food that we eat ("this food is good" or "I was so bad because I ate xyz") and how our relationship with food can…

This week Mike Doehla sits down with Stronger U Coach Liaison Sinan Ozyemisci to discuss how to navigate weight loss with your friends and family. Together they talk about the various social situations that can challenge Stronger U members, how to overcome those hurdles, and how to stop allowing our family to derail our forward momentum. If you are…

This week, Stronger U Founder Mike Doehla sits down with Coach Tracie to talk about why tracking our food is so important. Always prioritizing science and evidence-based nutrition, we use tracking as a means to measure and observe our bodies in relation to weight loss, athletic improvement, and much more! This episode is a great reminder for vetera…