Athlete Builder Ep. 44 - Mimi Mahon - Mahon Strength and Fitness

Mimi Mahon, a former college athlete and coach, shares her journey from playing multiple sports to becoming a strength coach and opening her own gym. She emphasizes the importance of working hard, being intentional in training, and having confidence in oneself. Mimi's experiences have taught her the difference between working out and training with a purpose, and she now focuses on providing personalized training programs to meet individual goals. She also highlights the significance of family support and the impact it has had on her athletic career. Mimi Mahon shares a big mistake she made in her early coaching days and how she has grown since then. She emphasizes the importance of stability exercises and proper movement patterns in training, especially as you age. Mimi discusses the future of strength and conditioning and her vision for her gym, Mahan Strength and Fitness. She also opens up about her experience donating a kidney to her mother and the impact it has had on her life. Mimi and Jim Beebe discuss the importance of being an energy giver and making a positive impact on others. In this conversation, Jim Beebe and Mimi Mahon discuss the importance of continuous growth and progress in fitness. They talk about the value of testing and benchmarking in training programs, as well as the need for discomfort and pushing oneself to achieve desired goals. Mimi shares her vision for the future of her gym, including expanding to two facilities and focusing on youth athletes. They also discuss the impact of giving and the importance of surrounding oneself with good training partners. The conversation ends with a discussion on favorite quotes and ways to connect with Mimi and her gym. Our supplements of choice: Jocko Fuel: https://jockofuel.com/products/jocko-go-energy-drink?variant=46916594598183 Our podcast links. Athlete Builder on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Athlete-Builder Athlete Builder on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34QCcodvAqAgj7iwk3tdrj Athlete Builder on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athlete-builder/id1715521920 Athlete Builder on Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b5583cce-62bc-4611-ab54-ff367f41632d/athlete-builder Our social media links. Athlete Builder on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athlete_builder/ Athlete Builder on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1athletebuilder Athlete Builder on X: https://x.com/AthleteBuilder Athlete Builder on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@athlete.builder Athlete Builder web page: https://athlete-builder.com Athlete Builder e-mail: [email protected] Our services/products. Buy the Athlete Builder book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9xiGOWQ Buy the Athlete Builder book on Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/athlete-builder-jim-beebe/1146362511?ean=9798218498382 Buy the Athlete Builder book in bulk at: https://bookpal.com/athlete-builder-the-blueprint-to-build-champion-athletes-9798218498382 Buy the Athlete Builder planner on Amazon: (COMING SOON!) Take the Athlete Builder course: https://athlete-builder.com/courses Schedule a time for a Game Plan Session for you to get started: https://link.closersoftware.com/widget/bookings/ab-gameplansession Book for speaking engagements: https://athlete-builder.com/speaking Buy Athlete Builder apparel and swag: https://athlete-builder.printify.me/products Register for the Athlete Builder newsletter: https://athlete-builder.com/newsletter Read the Athlete Builder blog: https://athlete-builder.com/blog Train at Unbreakable Athletics Academy in Plainfield, IN: https://unbreakableathleticsacademy.com Support our charities: the military, breast cancer, and disadvantaged youth: https://theufoundation.square.site