#115 – The Strength to Live Longer – With Jordan Smith

What if getting strong wasn’t just about performance, but about staying alive longer?In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Smith, a coach and powerlifter who’s made it his mission to help people live longer through strength. We explore the connection between muscle, movement, and longevity, and how the training culture has shifted away from purely aesthetic goals into something much deeper.Jordan shares his personal evolution—from learning the foundations of long-term health to discovering his passion for powerlifting. Whether you’re a coach, lifter, or someone who just wants to age with more strength and intention, this episode hits home.In this episode, we discuss:How Jordan started helping clients optimize their health for longevityThe relationship between resistance training, movement, and lifespanWhy cardio still matters—but muscle is the real game changerWhat most people get wrong about training for “health”His personal journey into powerlifting and how it reshaped his mindsetThe learning curve of stepping into his first meet prepWhy lifting heavy can be a form of therapyHis approach to balancing performance goals with client needsWhat longevity-focused coaching actually looks like in real lifeThis one is grounded, informative, and a great reminder that strength isn’t just for sport—it’s for life.Find more from Jordan SmithOn Instagram @smitty1317Find more from Rhyland On Instagram/TikTok/YouTube: @rqtrainingnutrition Twitter: @QuallyRhyland $3700 Scholarship registration is only open for 4 more days! Remember, you could win over 3 months of free coaching…If you want more details, check out this video herehttps://youtube.com/shorts/I1CRNv4fw20?feature=share If you want to apply, click on this link here!