PODCAST · health
Sets and Reps
by Greg Gdanian
Immerse yourself in health and growth insights from coaches to creatives and more. They know that discipline and consistency is ongoing, and that you cannot get results unless you put in the reps.
Episodes
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49. The Best of 2022
Selected highlights from Episodes 43-48. Though there weren't many episodes of the Sets & Reps podcast, these were recorded right before my hiatus (which has been going on now, admittedly, from April to present day). My intro briefly goes over what I've been doing and what my plans are. I like to...
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48. The Strength Connection (Michael Kurkowski)
After working in the food industry, Michael Kurkowski worked his way to the management position where he built up the next generation of trainers to be authentic and welcoming in their practice. He has also owned his own studio and online coaching business. Additionally he has hosted 2 podcasts....
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47. CLINICIAN > PROFESSION (Devyn Pioli)
Devyn Pioli is a chiropractic student, personal trainer and former co-worker who I had the pleasure of connecting with on the podcast. Take a listen for insights and stories about overcoming burnout, the problems with valuing the profession over the clinician, all things powerlifting…
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46. THERAPY AND THE INJURED ATHLETE'S IDENTITY (Sarah Fritsche)
www.sets-and-reps.com Today’s guest is Sarah Fritsche, a therapist, athlete and future doctor of psychology! With her doctoral research she is giving back to the athletic community by building awareness around the mental side of the female athlete’s injury recovery. Having been a part of this...
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45. UPROOTED AND TRANSPLANTED (Mom & Dad)
https://www.sets-and-reps.com/about My website is officially live! Huge thank you to my designer Nick who I will have on the show very soon. He worked hard for several months to get this thing launched for me and we did a soft launch not too long ago but I am officially announcing it to you here!...
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44. FORCE, STRESS, AND MUSCLE ACTIVATION TECHNIQUE (Lauren Eirk, pt. 2)
Muscle activation technique (MAT) is a multi-tiered educational system that Lauren has been proficient in since its creation in 2002. Since then, she has watched it grow and improve while being a huge supporter and student of it for a long time. According to Lauren it largely influences how she...
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44. THE FINE LINE BETWEEN MEDICINE AND FITNESS (Lauren Eirk, pt. 1)
Lauren Eirk has spent the last 35 years teaching, mentoring, and studying health, fitness, and yoga. She has a multitude of certifications including a mastery level Muscle Activation Techniques specialist, but she has also developed her own 500 hour yoga teacher training program known as Yoga...
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43. IRON CORE WAY (Os Aponte)
Iron Core Way is a Kettlebell focused gym located in Oceanside, California. My guest Os Aponte is the chief instructor and face or "guardian" of the company, as he puts it. He is much more than a personal trainer, he is a genuine human dedicated to going above and beyond in service of his clients...
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42. THE 'ELON MUSK' OF THE FITNESS INDUSTRY (Jonathan Goodman)
Allow me to say that it's such a pleasure that you've found my show. I hope you enjoy this podcast interview with coach Jonathan Goodman, creator of the PTDC (Personal Trainer Development Center). He is bringing the fitness industry together. Since 2011 he's published 11 books, welcomed over 20M...
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41. OLYMPIC LIFTS AND RELATIONSHIPS (Rebecca Rouse)
Rebecca Rouse has a background as a dedicated gymnast from a very young age. She went from working as a trainer at Equinox to building her way up to the management level. Just over a year ago, Semper Stronger was born (https://semperstronger.com/). Semper Stronger is an online fitness business...
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40. PLANT SPIRIT MEDICINE (Chris Griffin)
On episode 42 I talked with one of my personal training clients Chris Griffin. For over 20 years, Chris has been studying and performing plant spirit medicine for clients seeking deep, spiritual healing. On his own journey for healing and enlightenment, he found that this practice aided him…
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39. THESE TOOLS CAUSE LASTING CHANGE (Eli Straw)
From: www.successstartswithin.com “Eli brings a proactive and applicable approach to mental training. He believes that repetition is the key to success and so it is no different when it comes to mental training. Eli’s philosophy is to make mental training a habit that becomes part of your daily...
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38. A GNARLY SPORT (Rowan Ainslie)
Rowan Ainslie has been on skis since he was three years old. This season at 20 years he heads off as a professional alpine ski racer competing in slalom and giant slalom. He participated in 70 races last year, achieving the second highest number of race starts in the world for a skier in his...
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37. UNDERSTAND SUPPORT SYSTEMS (Jared Bull)
- - Jared Bull is a transformational executive coach and entrepreneur. After experiencing heavy combat twice in Afghanistan as a marine with a 50% casualty rate, he needed time to heal from inner wounds. He went on to work and continually work with other coaches, executives and entrepreneurs from...
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36. TRAIN MORE WORKOUT LESS (Me)
The purpose of today's solo episode of Sets and Reps is to review and promote an article I recently came across from drjohnrusin.com . This article was written by Lawrence Lee (CSCS, PPSC, FRCms). He owns Lee Physical Therapy and Wellness in NYC. This article was huge for me because it helps...
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35. REPS FOR RECOVERY (Colin Cook)
- - Colin Cook is an athlete, a father, and the owner of Peak Recovery and Health services. His recovery and health center in Manchester for people who train hard and need to physically find reprieve, but for people who just want to feel better, sleep better or manage stress. He is also a coach…
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34. ANXIETY SELF HELP (Me)
- - I'm trying to be completely transparent on this one. It has been an off week but I am on the mend. In this episode I share a story and talk about what mechanisms have reduced my anxiety. Follow my Instagram: @setsandrepspod
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33. YOUR DEFINITION OF SUCCESS (Jake Kelfer)
- - Jake Kelfer’s project and passion is helping new entrepreneurs elevate their online business and make their dreams a reality with Elite Elevation Coaching. Jake is a 2x best selling author; I had the opportunity to read “Elevate Your Network” (pick up your free copy here:...
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32. NEURO REPS (Toby Pasman)
Now you are entering the field of neurotherapy/neurofeedback, so you can learn how to put in the reps with tip top brain activity on your side. So glad to have you here. This is Episode 34. Toby Pasman studies neuro-physiology (the brain and how it works). His passion is neuroplasticity, the...
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31. REHAB RENEWED (Dr. Chris Leib)
- - Dr. Chris Leib is the “movement professional”: http://www.movementprofessional.com/. For the past 10+ years he has been in hot pursuit of learning about movement and making sure other people can use movement to not just survive longer but actually live longer. His book Longevity through...
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30. AFRAID OF LIFE IN A GOOD WAY (Brian Meldrum pt. 2)
- In November it will have been 1 year since the formation of this podcast. Brian Meldrum, aka Kid Briian from back in Episode 1 has quite the return on this one. We take some time on the show to react to my first episode where he was featured, and reflect on changes as well as thoughts we still...
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29. STEAK, STAGE, AND SACRIFICE (Allison Jackson)
- - For professional figure competitors, getting to and maintaining a competition ready physique has both rewards and drawbacks. It is a long process but the goal is to compete with yourself and to see how much more you can bring to the table each year. Not only is Allison Jackson a mother, but...
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28. SHUGYO (Rick Testa)
Shugyo is intense physical and spiritual training for the purpose of transformation. It could also be translated as a deep daily practice. That’s a lot like how we run things on the show Sets & Reps. On Episode 30, Rick Testa describes how three of his own deep daily practices have helped him...
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27. FLOW (Lazo Mohamed, creator of FLOW podcast)
- - Podcasting is a wonderful hobby and passion project. I was grateful to be able to explore it with Lazo Mohamed, the host of FLOW podcast. Lazo is an architect from Manchester, England working towards his master’s degree. FLOW podcast was created to provide charged, unfiltered discussions…
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26. RELENTLESS (Jordon Haslem, Strength Coach with Overtime Athletes)
Being relentless means stopping at nothing and racing headlong towards the goal. Jordon Haslem is in relentless pursuit of building physically and spiritually stronger people through coaching and discipline. He is a strength coach operating out of Strength Camp gym in St. Petersburg, Florida. He...
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25. LIVING BY INTENTIONS (Michelle Zellner, Better Beings founder)
Michelle Zellner went from being a personal trainer and noticing that being healthy and happy required much more than the physical aspect of working out, to developing a multi-faceted approach in the form of corporate wellness programs and online courses. She is an advocate of living by…
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24. MERRITT METHOD (Christian Merritt, TPI, CSCS)
Christian Merritt started as a youth athlete passionate for programming safe yet effective workout programs for himself, to helping both athletes and the general population become effective with their mind and body. He created the Merritt method and has ambitions to manifest it into a culture and...
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23. ACTIVATED LIFESTYLE (Mike Pachan, founder of Mountain Made CBD)
Mike Pachan has 11+ years of experience using and researching cannabis and hemp. On the daily he chases an “Activated” lifestyle. With his “Mountain Made” CBD products, he is hard at work making sure you are too. Topics discussed: the what and how of CBD vs. THC, cannabis isn’t for everybody,...
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22. WELLNESS FOUNDATION (Brandon Cadorette, trainer and co-owner of Wellfound PT and Fitness)
Brandon Cadorette is a personal trainer and the co-owner of “Wellfound Physical Therapy and FItness” in Burlington, Vermont. Brandon had been working as a trainer at the health club I joined, of which I am still an employee. I saw him as one of my first mentors. I could always run an idea by him...
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21. MOTIVATION WITHOUT THE HYPE (Shawn Anderson, motivational speaker)
Discussing gratitude, the hard work of maintaining motivation, reframing yourself, going the extra mile and more! Shawn Anderson is a motivational speaker. Shawn also founded Extra Mile Day which in currently honored by 512 cities in the U.S. for those who pushed a little bit more each day to...
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20. HOW WE FEED OURSELVES (Dr. Michelle May, "Am I Hungry" founder)
Michelle May created the Am I Hungry training programs to promote a vibrant lifestyle for individuals who have felt bound up by diets or a poor relationship with their food. This was a great conversation about the "mindful eating cycle", the dangers of restrictive eating, the right and wrong ways...
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19. FIT FOR LIFE (Tom, FTLYF app creator)
Thomas Robinson is a personal trainer and the creator of FTLYF (Fit For Life). This app is your personalized program that matches you with personal trainers in your area. Vice versa, if you're a trainer, Tom has created a business that is supportive and proficient in the way of matching you with...
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18. EXPERIENCE IS THE BEST TEACHER (Eric Dagati, fitness and strength coach expert 20+ years)
Whether you work a sedentary job or you’re a professional athlete, Eric Dagati knows “what’s up” when it comes to performance. He’s coached many in an industry that’s moving forward constantly, and shares how important it is to stand apart. Topics: how important it is to build professional...
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17. AN ICON STORY (with Riley Tune, amazon best selling author)
How can you make writing a part of your life as a successful side hustle? What’s a smart way to begin your outline, create relatable characters, and peel back the layers? Urban fantasy writer Riley Tune puts in the reps for recognition in stores and online everywhere, as well as describing how it...
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16. ENGAGED FITNESS (with Sue Ellen, group ex coordinator/ coach)
Learn what kind of mind is the right one for coaching group fitness from group fitness class coordinator Sue-Ellen of Hampshire Hills Athletic club. Sue has 9 Les Mills group exercise certifications. With a “do it, don’t think about it” mentality, she talks about her experience becoming…
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Personal Trainer FAQ's
I share the top 3 most commonly asked questions I've received in the 2.5 years I've been certified as a personal trainer.
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Find Your Learning Style
Another 2 minute short, this time exploring the various learning styles. How you can benefit from knowing what yours is and how to use it? Listen to find out.
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Weight-room Confidence
How to make an intimidating environment feel a little more comfortable the first time you arrive. The first time is half the battle but to make it sustainable for your lifestyle, you need to make it a part of your routine.
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3 I's of Putting in the Reps
Deadlines are looming and maybe you feel like you've got nothing done even though you have meant to. Using the 3 I's, you can get started on that project you've procrastinated or take the first few steps towards a goal that you've been overthinking or avoiding. You can learn an easy way to get…
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15. SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESS (with David Valle Lara, Barber)
What’s your favorite way to support small businesses? For me, I love it when a small business owner comes on my podcast to explain the glow up from humble beginnings in another part of the world to traveling around my side and watching his business grow. Barber David Valle Lara, of the Shop...
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14. BY ANY MEANS (with Jevi and Jedih, Blacklabel music)
They went from freestyling in the whip to starting their own music label and experiencing rapid growth and numbers with their first song. Now they have an EP, 2 albums and a myriad of singles that BUMP. I spoke to the founders of Blacklabel music, local rappers Jevi and Jedih. They are passionate...
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13. DO THE JOB AND HAVE FUN (with Jack Lynch, D3 baseball athlete)
Jack Lynch is a D3 baseball athlete from Ithaca, New York. He’s played baseball his whole life and enjoyed it just as long; while a pro career may be in his future, he has decided to be the best player he can be and be assured that he is having a good time during. We talk about how he has made…
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12. UNDERSTAND MENTAL SKILLS & EMPATHY (with Matt Rieger, Mental Performance Coach)
Sets & Reps is BACK with another thought-provoking and value-packed episode. This time I'm sitting down with mental performance coach Matt Rieger. Matt graduated from Springfield college with an athletic counselor degree; he currently works at Advanced Therapy and Performance helping athletes use...
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11. MOVE AS NATURE INTENDED (with Stephen Beahn, GOATA coach)
GOATA (Greatest of All Time Athlete action) coach Stephen Beahn has been an athlete his whole life, and like many others, he suffered from nagging aches and pains performing. After lifting and working out traditionally his whole life, he sought out GOATA to help him in ways no one else ever…
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10. PURSUING PLEASURE AND AVOIDING SUFFERING (with Greg Stoyles, former philosophy professor)
Greg Stoyles has been on several walks of life. He formerly taught philosophy at several colleges in Western New York and sat on several ethics committees, as well as having been ordained as a minister when he completed seminary. He has also been to Ireland twice to study abroad, and visited…
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9. FIELD OF RAYS (with Dan Rousseau, former CSCS Tampa Bay Rays)
*email me at [email protected] if you have brief questions about the gym, training, or nutrition that you want me to discuss in my new intro segment. You will receive a shoutout at the end of the intro! In this all new Sets & Reps podcast, former Strength and Conditioning Coach Dan…
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Nerd Splurge #2: Trivia Splurge
Welcome back to the special edition of Sets & Reps called "Nerd Splurge", the podcast where my lifelong compadre Josh Hartling and I get together and dive into various superhero, comicbook, and pop culture topics, with something new and exciting each episode. On today's episode, we quiz…
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8. CONSCIOUS VS. COMPARISON (with Alyssa Coyne, CPT)
Alyssa has been a personal trainer in the New England area for 3+ years now, she is also a corrective exercise specialist and has taught women's self defense classes in the past. She has dedicated herself to helping her clients achieve great things and stay focused within personalized training...
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7. WINNING STREAK (with Jake Iggy, host @ IGGY SPORTS TALK)
- Do YOU have topics you want to hear me learn about and discuss on this podcast? SEND me an EMAIL at [email protected] and I'll throw your name up when I do the episode intro. - My guest has been running his own reporting/commentator podcast for some time now, he reports on crazy breaking...
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6. PRODUCTIVE PANDEMIC AND FIGURING OUT POTENTIAL
In this episode, I'm talking about the best motivational practices and habits that kept me going during the pandemic, and will continue to keep me going as I nurture them. You can do these too and they may help! I also talk about instant gratification versus the long game for success, the…
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Immerse yourself in health and growth insights from coaches to creatives and more. They know that discipline and consistency is ongoing, and that you cannot get results unless you put in the reps.
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Sets and Reps is created and hosted by Greg Gdanian.
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