#185 - Don’t Throw In The Towel - Tasha “Wolf” Whalen

This week, I sit down with my great friend and one of the most genuinely kind and passionate people I’ve ever met.  Tasha is the co-owner of Ideal Strength and has been coaching since 2005.  She is an International Elite Powerlifter, currently ranked #1 female powerlifter in Washington State and among the top 20 in the world. She holds multiple world records, including the deadlift world record in the lightweight Strongwoman division. When she’s not breaking records, she’s climbing them—literally—as an avid mountaineer and adventurer.Her academic background reflects her curiosity and discipline. She studied Cultural Anthropology, Archaeology, and Dance at the University of Washington and Exercise Science and Athletic Training at Central Washington University.Her professional certifications include Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certified (PPSC), Certified Conditioning Coach, and Certified Mental Performance CoachTasha’s passion lies in helping others unlock their potential—physically and mentally—by strengthening both their bodies and their minds.We discussed00:47 Opening the Gym03:12 Freedom vs. Location08:41 Fear of Risk13:02 From Runner to Lifter15:05 Conquering the Deadlift19:01 Learning to Serve28:00 The Empathy Edge33:45 Coaching Yourself First44:49 Lasting Impact51:33 Comeback From Injury57:10 Never Quit58:47 Back to RunningFind TashaWebsite - https://idealstrength.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironwolf03/?hl=en__________Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry. If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com. If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance__________-🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach:www.coachescorneru.com💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance:www. masterathletic.comWho am I and why should you listen to me?Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics.RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!