The Power of Physical Fitness in Recovery: Scott Strode of The Phoenix

from Recovery Matters! Podcast · host Scott Strode, Sandy Valentine, Phil Valentine

Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 43 | Scott Strode, the executive director and founder of The Phoenix, shares his tumultuous journey from a youth spent in Pennsylvania between an alcoholic father and a hardworking mother to becoming an individual deeply involved in substance use recovery. He recounts his experiences working on ships, his struggles with alcoholism, and his eventual turn towards physical fitness as a pathway to recovery. Through ice climbing, boxing, and triathlons, Scott discovered the power of community and supportive connections. His personal transformation led to the founding of The Phoenix, a sober active community that uses athletic and social activities to foster recovery support. The discussion highlights the impact of creating a free, supportive environment where people in recovery can thrive, and Scott offers insights into normalizing recovery and the expansive growth of The Phoenix nationally. 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Matters Podcast00:26 Sandy's Unfortunate Circumstances02:04 Introducing Scott Strode03:05 Scott's Early Life and Family11:03 Scott's Adolescence and Rebellion14:46 Life Lessons at Sea23:30 Journey to Sobriety30:36 Personal Reflections on Fun and Recovery31:55 The Thrill of Climbing and Personal Growth33:58 Outdoor Adventures and Connection with Nature41:19 The Phoenix: A Journey of Recovery and Community48:15 Expanding the Phoenix Movement53:59 Promoting Recovery and Eliminating Stigma58:55 Personal Stories and Final Thoughts ----Across the Web----🌎 CCAR Website https://www.ccar.us✉️ Donate: https://ccar.us/donate/🎙Recovery Matters Podcast (Apple Music): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...🎙Recovery Matters Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/1wGUMMO...🗣Recovery Matters Podcast TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoverymatterspodcast?🗣Recovery Matters Podcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/recoverymatterspodcast/🗣CCAR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CCAR4Recovery📸CCAR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ccar4recovery🐦CCAR Twitter: https://twitter.com/ccar4recovery

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Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 43 | Scott Strode shares his journey from growing up in Pennsylvania, working on ships, and struggling with addiction to founding The Phoenix, a national sober active community supporting recovery through physical activities and connection.

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