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Strong Ambition Podcast
by Rhyland Qually
You know those people who hang out at the top? The kind of people who have an internal drive to excel at everything they do? Maybe it's sports. Maybe its' academics. Maybe it's a professional career. Whatever it is....each person has their own unique story about how they became who they are. The Strong Ambition podcast is all about having conversations with high-performers, and getting to the core of what drives their ambition, so that you can apply those same lessons to your own training, nutrition and mindset.
Episodes
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#149 - MMA, Bodybuilding, Powerlifting & Finding Balance in Fitness - Dino Camiré
Dino, owner of One Family Fitness and an experienced strength coach, joins the Strong Ambition Podcast to discuss his journey through competitive judo, professional MMA, natural bodybuilding, and international powerlifting. With over 20 years of coaching experience, Dino shares how his approach…
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#148 - Live Debate: Are Seed Oils Truly Harmful? Cherie Calbom
Cherie Calbom, MS, nutritionist and author of The Truth About Seed Oils, joins the Strong Ambition Podcast for a friendly debate about one of the most controversial topics in nutrition: Are seed oils actually harmful? Cherie explains why she believes industrial seed oils should be avoided, while...
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Episode 147 - Self-Limiting Beliefs & Your Fitness Potential - Kelsey Willkie
Kelsey Willkie—copywriter, entrepreneur, founder of Inspired Idiots, and longtime RQ Training Nutrition client—returns to the Strong Ambition Podcast, but this time she turns the tables and interviews Rhyland. Kelsey shares how years of restrictive dieting and disordered eating led her to believe...
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Episode 146 - How to Perform Better with Curiosity, Spirituality, and Motivation - Ricky Scruggs
Performance coach Ricky Scruggs joins the Strong Ambition Podcast to discuss how athletes and high performers can improve their performance by learning to become more present. Drawing from his background in professional baseball, coaching, business, and ministry, Ricky explains why constantly...
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#145 - My First Registered Dietitian Guest: Do We Actually Agree on Nutrition? Featuring Meridan Zerner, MS, RDN, LD
Meridan Zerner, a registered dietitian with over 30 years of experience in preventive health and nutrition, joins the Strong Ambition Podcast for a thoughtful conversation about what actually creates lasting health. As the first registered dietitian to appear on the podcast, Meridan and Rhyland...
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#144 - Body dysmorphia, building muscle, and powerlifting strategies ranked - Coach Querwin Campeciño
Coach Querwin (@fitnesscoachq) joins the Strong Ambition Podcast to share his journey from growing up in the Philippines to becoming one of Winnipeg's respected personal trainers and powerlifting coaches. What starts as a conversation about his story quickly evolves into a thought-provoking...
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#143 - A pastor and a coach debate faith & fitness — Rick Meyer
Rick Meyer is a pastor who's also run over 143,000 miles since he was 11 years old. Which is a combination I've never had on the podcast before. I brought him on to talk about faith and fitness. How discipline actually gets built. Why people who show up for their families and jobs still struggle…
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#142 - Stage 4 cancer, Ironman training, and choosing to live — Jim Logan
Jim Logan was 59 years old, extremely fit, and had no symptoms when he was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic colorectal cancer. The doctors gave him six months to two years. He spent the first six months preparing to die. Closed his bank accounts. Shut down his home inspection business of 30…
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#141 - 10 lessons from 100 days of fun food fat loss — with Rhyland Qually
100 days ago, I started a challenge. Every single day, I ate some form of fun food while trying to lose body fat. Cookies.Chocolate bars.Pizza.Burgers.Ice cream.Crispers.And yes... even more cookies. Now the challenge is over. In this episode, I review my final body weight, body fat percentage,...
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#140 - Weight loss without calorie tracking — with Rachel Schwartz
Rachael Schwartz coaches women through fat loss without making any of them track calories. None of them. Not her 1:1 clients. Not her group coaching (which sometimes runs 300 people deep). That probably sounds like the opposite of what I usually say. Because it is. I think calorie tracking is one...
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#139 - He got off 7 medications by changing what he ate — Jeffry Hannah
Jeffry Hannah weighed 315 lbs when he graduated high school. Then he spent the next nine years trying to lose it. He tried keto. Carnivore. Paleo. He even tried what he calls the "hospital food diet" — canned everything. Some of the diets worked for a bit, but nothing stuck because nothing felt...
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#138 - Debate: Sugar Free or Flexibility? — Mike Collins
This was one of the most fun debates I've had. Mike Collins doesn't believe calorie deficits exist. Not "are hard to sustain." Don't exist. As in, the framework itself is wrong. That's where we ended up about 20 minutes into this episode, and it turned into of the more interesting debates I've…
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#137 - Emotional Eating Part 1 - How we develop our coping patterns - with Megan Grimord
Do you ever wonder why or how you developed your emotional eating habits? Do you think about how you’d want to raise your kids so they don’t struggle with the same issues? That’s exactly what Megan and I discussed this week. Megan has been on the show before (Episode 127), and we realized we…
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#136 - I’ve been doing this wrong for years — Rhyland Qually
I’m 42 days into eating “fun food” every day… and still losing weight. Which sounds simple when you say it like that. It’s not. This episode is basically me walking through what’s actually making it work this time — because I’ve done versions of this before where it didn’t work. And the…
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#135 - Ranking Strength Training Exercises For Boxers— Andreas Chrysouliotis
We broke down the most overrated and underrated exercises for boxing—and ranked them from S tier to F tier. Because the reality is… most boxers are strength training completely wrong. Not based on trends. Not based on what looks cool. Based on what actually carries over into the ring. We talk...
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#134 - You don't actually hate the gym — Amy Stroud Contreras
If you've been avoiding going to the gym, it's probably not because you're lazy. Most people don’t avoid the gym because they’re lazy. They avoid it because they feel like they don’t belong there. That was Amy. She didn't have a sports background. Didn't like showing up to the gym. Tried all the...
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#133 - I’m eating Oreos for 100 days - Solo cast
You don’t need to suffer to lose fat. I know that’s controversial. Because most people think if it doesn’t feel miserable, it’s not working. But allow me to prove that those people are wrong. In this solo episode, I’m doing something a little different. I’m committing to 100 days of eating some...
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#132 - What the USDA food update means for us — Jesse Rosenthal
The USDA updated its food pyramid — and most people missed what actually matters. So before you panic about carbs or seed oils... read this. The USDA increased protein recommendations. That’s a good thing. The saturated fat guidance stayed about the same. Whole foods are still prioritized over...
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#131 - Fat loss starts in your brain, not your fridge — Anna Murphey
If your mindset runs the show… this episode hands you the remote. This is for anyone who's ever thought, "I know what to do — so why can't I do it?" This sit-down with Anna Murphey is one of the best conversations I’ve had about mindset — not just around food or fitness, but the deeper stuff: How...
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#130 - Powerlifting for real life — Whiskey and Barbells episode
This is a really common misunderstanding people have about powerlifting: They think it's all about "maxing out" and chasing medals. But the best powerlifters I know train to be better in life — not just for meets. In this in-person episode of Whiskey and Barbells, I sat down with my own coach,...
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#129 - 15 lessons from 15 episodes — with Rhyland Qually
This episode is for anyone who’s made the same resolution five years in a row. Most “year-in-review” episodes are a highlight reel. This one isn’t. I recorded this episode with no voice, no sleep, low energy — but full honesty. Instead of shouting out guest names or surface-level takeaways, I...
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#128 - What your self-talk says about your results — Kevin Driscoll
Kevin Driscoll spent years gaining and losing the same 40 pounds. Hard training. Hard partying. Restriction. Bingeing. Repeat. But it wasn’t because of a lack of discipline — it was a lack of identity. In this episode, Kevin and I unpack how he finally stepped off the dieting roller coaster and...
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#127 - From binge eating to fit mom – With Megan Grimord
Megan Grimord grew up in a house where dieting was the norm and food was loaded with shame. By 14, she was stuck in a cycle of restriction, bingeing, and purging — a pattern that followed her into adulthood. But now she finds herself, after having her first child, in the best shape of her life....
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#126 - Why Women Burn Out (and What to Do Instead) – with Nancy Griffin
Nancy Griffin spent decades helping women build wealth — not just in dollars, but in confidence, literacy, and legacy. She founded Women Worth and Wellness in 1994, running financial seminars at golf courses, partnering with hospitals, and helping women understand how their net worth and…
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#125 - How Becky lost 60 lbs without punishing herself. - Becky Kiado
Becky Kiado gained 80 lbs during her first pregnancy — and spent years trying every diet, challenge, and “clean eating” rule out there. Eventually, her body couldn’t keep up. She was sore all the time, exhausted, and constantly hungry. So she did something different: she stopped listening to the...
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#124 - 60lbs weight loss, body dysmorphia, fitness for newbies - Cameron Sparks
Cameron Sparks lost 60 pounds by the time he was 14 — from 220 to 150. Most people would call that a success. But he didn't feel successful. Or stronger. Or more confident. In this episode, Cameron and I unpack what happens after the weight loss — especially when it happens young, and without...
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#123 - Willpower, feeling emotions, and ultramarathon running - William Mulvaney
Most people think willpower is like a superpower — you're either born with it, or not. But that exact thinking might be exactly what keeps you from doing big, exciting things. Will treats willpower like a muscle. One that's built through repetitions like breakups, long runs, awkward…
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#122 - Get aerobic fitness like an athlete but make it easier - Patrick DiBello
If you think you need to gas yourself out to get good cardio, great news... It's easier than you think You don't need to feel wrecked after a workout. And you don't need to be an athlete to train like one. That's what Patrick—former sales guy turned trainer—figured out after years of pushing…
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#121 - Still aging faster than you want to? Let’s fix that. - With Dr. Kavin Mistry
If you’ve ever stared at your phone, felt your neck crack, and wondered why you feel 87 at 38 — this one’s for you. Especially if you're trying to make sense of inflammation, aging, or why your gut seems to hate you lately. Dr. Kavin Mistry isn’t your typical neuroradiologist. (A neuroradiologist...
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#120 - Corporate To Coaching, HRT, And Defying Aging Norms - Joanne Peters
This episode is for anyone who's ever looked at their life and thought, Is this really it? (Especially if you’re a woman navigating midlife, menopause, chronic pain, or the rage of being dismissed by your doctor). Joanne Peters spent decades in a high-pressure corporate job before it broke her...
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#119 - What You Hate About Fitness (and What I Really Think About It)
This episode was built straight from your DMs and poll replies — I asked what bugs you most in the gym or on social media, and you did not hold back. From people hogging machines and not re-racking their weights, to influencers pushing overpriced supplements and fear-based diets, I unpack the…
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#118 - Rethinking Rehab, Recovery & Rotation – With Rich Girardin
Back in the studio with one of my favorite returning guests—Rich Girardin, an Athletic Therapist with a no-nonsense approach to rehab and performance. You might remember Rich from Episode 71 (our Whiskey & Barbells night) and Episode 78 (his deep dive into injury recovery). This time, we sit down...
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#117 – Losing 80lbs, Banker to Trainer, and Real Life Fitness That Matters– With Ikiaka Mahuka
What if chasing your dream body actually made you less healthy? In this episode, I sit down with Ikiaka Mahuka—a coach whose journey into fitness started with an unhealthy transformation. After growing up overweight and losing over 80 pounds through extreme, unsustainable methods, he eventually...
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#116 – Coaching Women Through Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Hormonal Chaos – With Christy Ewing
What do women really need during pregnancy and postpartum? (Hint: it’s not just core exercises and macros.) In this episode, I sit down with Christy Ewing—a coach with deep expertise in women's health—to talk about the challenges women face in their pre-, peri-, and postnatal phases. We dig into...
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#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…
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#114 – Motorcycle Crash to Mental Resiliency Coaching – Kijuan Amey’s Recovery Journey
Could you imagine waking up without being able to see? Or talk? In this episode, I interview Kijuan Amey, who was in a serious motorcycle accident that left him hospitalized and unable to see, talk, or walk. We dive deep into the raw reality of recovery: the mindset, the struggle, and what it...
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#113 – Powerlifting, Pain, and Programming Smarter – With Justin Geisler
Ever wonder what happens when a physical therapist is a powerlifter? In this episode, I chat with Justin Geisler—a Doctor of Physical Therapy who’s also a strength and nutrition coach. We get into everything from managing pain during training to the benefits of heavy lifting across all ages.…
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#112 – How Fighters Should Fuel Their Performance – James Nichol
Ever wonder how competitive fighters plan their nutrition? Despite all the access to information, many fighters are still suffering through unnecessary, brutal weight cuts and following outdated nutrition advice. This week on the podcast, I sit down with James Nichol—a Muay Thai fighter and…
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111 - Can Wearable Trackers Change Your Health? - Torkil Færø
Do you use a wearable? Apple Watch, Fitbit, Aura rings, and so many other brands have started to flood the market. But what can they tell us? Dr. Torkil Færø has discovered that it can tell you almost everything you need for optimal health. Dr. Færø went on his own journey, starting out…
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#110 - Hard Work Isn’t Enough - Gavin McHale
Have you ever thought about who are the hardest-working people in the world? Some people literally have to work 24 hours a day. Why aren’t those people the wealthiest? And when it comes to business or fitness, why doesn’t hard work get you the results you want? Well, Gavin has great guidance to...
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#109 - 60 days of Eating Cookies, DEXA Scan, Powerlifting Competition, and all the Lessons Learned!
So much to tell you about! I had two really big challenges from January into March. As you may have seen, I did 60 days of eating a cookie every day and losing weight! There were so many great lessons I learned from it. I want to give you some awesome tips for your own fat-loss journey that…
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#108 - Losing 120lbs, Organic Food is a Scam, and Dieting For Healthy Hormones - Melissa Ostash
Could you imagine losing 120lbs? Have you ever considered if organic food is worth it or could it just be a scam? What do women have to worry about with fat-loss nutrition when considering hormones? Melissa answers all that and more. Melissa Ostash is a fellow online nutrition coach, who...
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#107 - Is the MAHA movement good or bad? What makes a good trainer? And more! - John Stein
How do you feel about the MAHA movement? Ever wondered what really makes a great trainer? I sat down with John Stein, an Exercise Physiologist (one of the highest qualifications in the training world), to get his expert take. John has worked in clinical settings with heart attack patients and...
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#106 - Can your body fat percentage dictate your health? - Melina Elliott & Erica Henderson
Do you know your own body fat percentage? What if I told you, something like a skin fold test, could be over 10% off? And what if you could know your bone mineral density? This is why a DEXA scan is so helpful. Melina Elliott and Erica Henderson, the co-founders of Body Measure, started the first...
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#105 - How to improve your strength without breaking down! - Dr. J’aime Goguen
105 - How to improve your strength without breaking down! - Dr. J’aime Goguen Are you curious about improving your strength without your body breaking down? Well, imagine what it’s like to work with high-level competitive powerlifters and try to keep their bodies from breaking down. That’s Dr.…
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#104 - How Much Body Fat and Muscle Mass Have I Gained?
Do you know what a DEXA scan is? Just in case you don’t know, it is a Dual Energy Xray Absorptiometry. So you understand it simply, it is a very low dose X-ray that can determine a ton of data about your body including Body fat % Lean Mass (therefore predicting muscle mass) And bone mineral…
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#103 - Personal training in your home! And helping a wife when the medical system fails - Jayce Van Alstyne
Did you know there is a business that delivers trainers right to your home? Jayce is one of those trainers! Jayce Van Alstyne is a colleague of mine I met at university for Kinesiology. He’s been in the industry as long as I have but went into a unique path of working as a in-home personal…
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#102 - Overrated/Underrated - Gut Health, Gluten Free, Vegan Diet, HIIT Cardio, Lifting Equipment and More!
Are you curious about these health topics? With so many trends and ideas going around it’s so important you have some clear ideas you can use. Do you think you need to worry about Gut Health? Do you think you need to go gluten-free? Are you missing HIIT cardio? In this episode, I dive in-depth…
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#101 - Advanced Training Techniques Athletes Need To Be Using - Don Moxley
What makes a good strength and conditioning program? Is it just doing hard stuff in the gym so you’re more prepared for the sport? It’s actually quite far from that, and Don Moxley has a TON of data to prove it. Don Moxley is a sports scientist, who helped many athletes achieve incredible success...
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E100 - A Farmers Life - Don Qually
This episode is a big one. It was an absolute honor to have this guest on. My father…Don Qually. My dad has been a grain farmer all his life. He’s seen some good years, some bad years, and terrible years. But no matter what he kept pushing through. My dad is by far one of the hardest-working…
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You know those people who hang out at the top? The kind of people who have an internal drive to excel at everything they do? Maybe it's sports. Maybe its' academics. Maybe it's a professional career. Whatever it is....each person has their own unique story about how they became who they are. The Strong Ambition podcast is all about having conversations with high-performers, and getting to the core of what drives their ambition, so that you can apply those same lessons to your own training, nutrition and mindset.
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Rhyland Qually
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