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Stronger with Don Saladino

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20-minute conversations designed to help you live stronger every week. 

Hosted by strength and performance coach Don Saladino, whose clients include Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Anne Hathaway, Sebastian Stan, and Chip and Joanna Gaines, Stronger delivers practical conversations that help you improve your health, mindset, and everyday performance.

Each week, Don sits down with leading experts, physicians, athletes, entrepreneurs, performers, and coaches to uncover the habits, strategies, and science behind living a stronger life. From strength training and nutrition to sleep, longevity, recovery, stress management, and mental resilience, every episode is packed with actionable insights you can put into practice right away.

Stronger helps you cut through the noise and focus on what actually works.

New episodes every week on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts.

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  • Tuesday · 23 min

    Coaching Moments: Gain Momentum By Habit Stacking

    In this Coaching Moments episode of Stronger, Don sits down with long-time challenger Brian Habinka, who has been training in his online group for nearly six years. Now navigating the challenges of a 9-to-5 desk job and life as a busy dad, Brian opens up about the struggle of staying active while sitting for hours on end. Don and Brian dive deep into practical strategies for real-life consistency, breaking away from clickbait fitness promises and introducing "habit stacking", micro-movements, and Dr. Mike Nelson's efficient protocol to help combat a sedentary workday. Don shows that by focusing on the process and embracing your good and bad days, you can build sustainable routines that create true health and longevity. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger ----------------------------- Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 29 · 25 min

    Comedy Is Wellness: Laughter, Fitness & Mental Health with Natalie Friedman

    Comedian Natalie Friedman joins Don to talk about the connection between physical fitness and the mental strength for her to persevere and push on as a stand up comedian. Natalie shares how pushing herself in the gym helps her handle the demands of stand-up, work, parenting, and everyday life. They also discuss the pressure to optimize everything, the reality of cumulative fatigue, perfectionism, protecting your mental health from social media, and why doing less, but doing it consistently, can sometimes be the better approach. For Natalie, getting stronger isn't just about what happens in the gym. It's about building the discipline, resilience, and perspective to handle whatever life puts in front of you. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: RedWave by Wellsystem: Use STRONGER for a 15% discount when you inquire about RedWave red light therapy. Check out Wellsystem.US to learn more about their full-body approach to red light by RedWave. David Protein: Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger ----------------------------- Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 22 · 23 min

    Brain Health: How to Keep Your Brain Healthy as You Age with Dr. Tommy Wood

    Don sits down with Dr. Tommy Wood, a neuroscientist, physician, and associate professor of pediatrics and neuroscience at the University of Washington, to explore what it actually takes to keep your brain healthy and performing well throughout your life. Tommy offers a refreshingly simple definition of brain health: Does your brain do what you want it to do, when you want it to do it? From there, Don and Tommy explore how sleep, exercise, nutrition, learning, and recovery all contribute to cognitive and physical performance, and why there isn't one magic supplement or hack that can replace the fundamentals. They also discuss the importance of variety and challenge for the brain. Tommy explains why combining aerobic fitness, strength training, coordination, and skilled activities can provide different types of stimulation, and why activities that require you to respond to your environment and process information can be particularly valuable. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger ----------------------------- Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs ### Stronger podcast Don Saladino Dr Tommy Wood Tommy Wood Tommy Wood neuroscientist Tommy Wood brain health brain health brain health and longevity cognitive health cognitive performance healthy brain brain health tips brain health supplements brain health and exercise exercise and brain health strength training and brain health aerobic exercise sleep and brain health recovery longevity healthy aging healthspan creatine and brain health creatine cognitive function supplements for brain health sauna health benefits health optimization health hacks nutrition and brain health mental performance neuroscience metabolic health healthy aging habits longevity habits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 15 · 25 min

    Rethinking Injury with Dr. Jordan Shallow, Dr. Jordan Jiunta, and Dr. Charlie Weingroff

    In this panel episode of Stronger, Don Saladino sits down with Dr. Jordan Shallow, Dr. Jordan Jiunta, and Dr. Charlie Weingroff to rethink the way we approach injury, pain, rehabilitation, and recovery. Each guest begins by sharing a personal injury that changed the way they think about training. From Charlie's experience with severe back pain and nearly undergoing spine surgery, to Jordan Jiunta's spinal fracture and Jordan Shallow's torn pec, their stories reveal how setbacks can change the way you understand the bod. The conversation then gets practical: What should you do when rehab isn't producing lasting results? How important is progressive loading? When should you stop relying on passive treatments? And how can you continue training while working around an injury? The panel emphasizes education, active rehabilitation, appropriate progression, and finding ways to keep moving forward rather than becoming dependent on endless treatments. Don, Jordan, Jordan, and Charlie also challenge some common assumptions around stretching, exercise selection, training volume, and what it means to "protect" an injured body. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger David Protein: Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 8 · 22 min

    Coaching Moments: Stay Active With a Sedentary Job

    Coaching Moments are one-on-one coaching sessions between Don and a community member from his online “Challenger” training group. In this Coaching Moment, Challenger Laura Andrew joins Don to talk through a challenge many people face: how to stay active and healthy when your daily routine suddenly becomes more sedentary. With a new job keeping her at a desk for much of the day, Laura asks Don for practical advice on how to build more movement into her everyday routine, structure her training, and make sure her workday doesn't undo the progress she's making in the gym. Rather than looking for a complicated solution, Don breaks down simple, realistic ways Laura can increase her daily activity, rethink how she approaches movement, and build habits that fit into her life. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger RedWave by Wellsystem: Use STRONGER for a 15% discount when you inquire about RedWave red light therapy. Check out Wellsystem.US to learn more about their full-body approach to red light by RedWave. MasterClass: Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at http://masterclass.com/stronger - with MasterClass you can learn from the best to become your best. With plans starting at $10 a month, billed annually, you get unlimited access to over 200+ classes taught by the world’s best business leaders, writers, chefs, and more. ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 1 · 1 hr 7 min

    Building a Better Relationship With Food with Nicki Parlitsis

    Registered dietician Nicki Parlitsis joins Don to have an honest conversation about our complicated relationships with food, and why so many people find themselves caught in a cycle of restriction, binge eating, guilt, and starting over. Nicki explains how an all-or-nothing mindset can turn one indulgent meal into the feeling that you've "ruined" an entire day or week. They explore how restricting food, labeling foods as "good" or "bad," and putting unrealistic expectations on ourselves can contribute to patterns of overeating and binge eating, and why breaking that cycle starts with changing the way we think about food. The conversation also looks at the role of stress, emotional regulation, and self-awareness in our eating habits. Nicki shares practical strategies for recognizing what is actually driving the desire to eat, creating more balanced meals, and moving forward after a setback instead of waiting for the next day, Monday, or the next diet to start again. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: David Protein: Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 25 · 22 min

    Confidence Starts With How You Show Up with Stylist Ilaria Urbinati

    Renowned stylist Ilaria Urbinati, whose clients include Ryan Reynolds, Chris Evans, John Krasinski, Rami Malek, and Dwayne Johnson, joins Don to explore the psychology behind personal style, and why the way we present ourselves can have a much bigger impact on confidence than we realize. Don and Ilaria talk about what separates people who feel comfortable in their own skin from those who don't, and how clothing can actually help build confidence when it's not already there. They discuss how personal style should evolve as we change, whether that's because of age, a new phase of life, a changing body, or simply a better understanding of who you are. The conversation gets particularly practical for men: how to dress for your body type, why muscular physiques can change the way clothes fit, how to find the right colors and cuts, and why developing an everyday style is more important than simply having the perfect suit for a special occasion. Ilaria also explains why the goal isn't to transform someone into a completely different person. It's about understanding who they already are and bringing out the best, most elevated version of themselves. And ultimately, she believes style should be fun, not something you take so seriously that you lose the effortless quality that makes it yours. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 18 · 29 min

    Negotiating and Getting To ‘Yes’ with Desmond O’Neill

    Desmond O'Neill, a former investigator and interrogator with decades of experience working in high-pressure environments, joins Don to explore the skills that can make us better communicators, leaders, coaches, and partners. Desmond shares what years of interviewing and negotiating have taught him about reading people, building rapport, asking better questions, and, perhaps most importantly, knowing when to stop talking and start listening. He explains why true rapport isn't simply being friendly, but understanding where another person is mentally and emotionally and meeting them there. Don and Desmond also explore how these same skills translate directly to coaching. Whether you're working with an athlete, a client, a colleague, or a family member, understanding someone's headspace can completely change the way you approach a conversation. Don reflects on coaching dozens of different personalities in a single day and why situational awareness became one of the most important skills he developed. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: MasterClass: Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at http://masterclass.com/stronger - with MasterClass you can learn from the best to become your best. With plans starting at $10 a month, billed annually, you get unlimited access to over 200+ classes taught by the world’s best business leaders, writers, chefs, and more. David Protein: Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 11 · 23 min

    Become a Better Runner with David Kilgore

    Ultramarathon runner David Kilgore joins Don to talk about what it really takes to become a better runner, and keep running for the long haul. David brings a practical perspective to running that goes far beyond pace and mileage. He and Don discuss building a strong foundation, avoiding the common mistake of doing too much too soon, incorporating strength and strides into your training, and learning to listen to your body. They also explore why community can be one of the most powerful tools for staying consistent, how run clubs are helping bring more people into the sport, and why running should ultimately add to your life rather than take it over. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 7 · 22 min

    Mind Pump’s Secret To Success: Building Something Bigger Than Yourself

    In Part 2 of Don’s conversation with the hosts of the Mind Pump podcast, Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, and Justin Andrews, the discussion shifts from fitness to something even bigger: what it actually takes to build lasting success. The group explores the unseen sacrifices behind growing one of the world's most influential fitness podcasts, the role of ego in leadership, and why building a successful partnership requires humility, trust, and a shared mission. They also discuss purpose versus profit, defining success beyond money, and the moments that reminded them why they started in the first place. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger David Protein: Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 4 · 31 min

    The Healthcare System Is Broken...Here's How to Navigate It | Doctor Christle Guevarra

    Christle Guevarra is a board-certified family medicine physician dedicated to helping people take a proactive approach to lifelong health. In this episode, Don and Dr. Christle explore what preventive medicine really means, and why some of the most important decisions you make for your health happen long before you're ever diagnosed with a disease. Dr. Guevarra explains how patients can build stronger relationships with their physicians, prepare for doctor's visits more effectively, and take ownership of their long-term well-being. The conversation covers annual physicals, preventive screenings, nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress, behavior change, and the importance of consistency over perfection. Dr. Guevarra also shares why celebrating small wins, and letting go of an all-or-nothing mindset, is one of the most powerful ways to create lasting health. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger David Protein: Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • July 28 · 25 min

    Building Consistency and a Better Mindset with Luke Cook

    Australian actor and entrepreneur Luke Cook joins Don for a conversation about balancing ambition with family, developing confidence, aging, and what it really means to pursue meaningful work Best known for his roles in Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Good Cop/Bad Cop, and his wildly popular comedy sketches on social media, Luke has built a career by blending sharp humor with fearless honesty. Behind the laughs is someone who's navigated rejection, reinvention, fatherhood, and the constant challenge of staying creative in a competitive industry. Along the way, Luke shares stories from Hollywood, reflects on his Australian upbringing, and explains why he's become more interested in building a fulfilling life than chasing outside validation. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger David Protein: Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • July 21 · 32 min

    What Actually Works In The Gym: Jen Widerstrom, Adam Bornstein, and Gunnar Peterson Separate Fact from Fitness Fiction

    With decades of experience coaching elite athletes, celebrities, and everyday people, Gunnar Peterson, Jen Widerstrom, and Adam Bornstein join Don to reflect on how their philosophies have evolved, and what they now believe matters most. From strength training and nutrition to recovery, mindset, and longevity, they share the lessons that only come from years of coaching, making mistakes, and continually refining their approach. The conversation explores fitness myths that refuse to die, trends that have come and gone, how social media has changed the industry, and why the fundamentals continue to outperform flashy shortcuts. Along the way, the panel discusses motivation, consistency, aging well, and the habits that create lasting results. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger Superpower: Take control of your health with Superpower. For a limited time, our listeners get $20 off to unlock their new health intelligence. Head over to Superpower.com and use code STRONGER for $20 off your $199 Superpower membership. MasterClass: Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at http://masterclass.com/stronger - with MasterClass you can learn from the best to become your best. With plans starting at $10 a month, billed annually, you get unlimited access to over 200+ classes taught by the world’s best business leaders, writers, chefs, and more. ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • July 14 · 32 min

    Improving Your Metabolism With Dr. Mike Nelson

    Dr. Mike Nelson is an exercise physiologist, educator, and researcher known for translating complex science into practical strategies for health, performance, and longevity. Dr. Nelson has spent years studying metabolism, recovery, physiology, and human performance, helping everyone from elite athletes to everyday people better understand how the body adapts to stress. Don and Dr. Nelson break down one of the most misunderstood topics in health and fitness: metabolism. They explore what metabolism actually is, why it's much more than simply "burning calories," and how factors like muscle mass, movement, nutrition, sleep, recovery, and stress all influence the body's ability to create and use energy efficiently. The conversation also covers metabolic rate, metabolic flexibility, fat loss, strength training, aging, recovery strategies, and why improving your metabolism isn't about finding shortcuts, it's about creating a body that's resilient, adaptable, and capable of meeting the demands of everyday life. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • July 7 · 29 min

    Training for Real Life: Lessons from Three Elite Performance Coaches Derek Hansen, Veronica Zuccala, and Andrew Hauser

    Don brings on three leaders in performance training and human movement: Derek Hansen, Veronica Zuccala, and Andrew Hauser. Together, they tackle a question that every coach and fitness enthusiast eventually faces: what does an ideal training system actually look like? The conversation explores sprinting, movement competency, general physical preparedness, skill acquisition, program design, and why the best coaches often prioritize consistency and simplicity over novelty and optimization. Derek has spent decades working with elite athletes across the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, and Olympic sports, specializing in speed development and running mechanics. Veronica combines neuroscience, psychology, and performance coaching through her work with Pre-Script, while Andrew brings experience from professional sports organizations including the Los Angeles Dodgers and Atlanta Braves to his athlete and general population coaching practice. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • June 30 · 54 min

    Back To Basics with Men’s Health Fitness Director Eb Samuel

    Over the past decade, Eb Samuel has helped shape how millions of people think about strength training, muscle building, movement, and performance through his work as Fitness Director at Men's Health. Don and Eb explore why the fitness industry continues to overcomplicate health and performance, why the fundamentals never go out of style, and how strength training principles evolve as we age. They discuss exercise selection, movement quality, building muscle, training longevity, coaching philosophy, social media fitness culture, and the importance of developing a sustainable approach to health and performance. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Cozy Earth: Luxury shouldn't be out of reach. Go to https://cozyearth.com/pages/stronger for up to 20% off CozyEarth’s best-selling temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more David Protein: Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • June 23 · 35 min

    Longevity Habits of Gabby Reece and Laird Hamilton

    On this episode of Stronger, Don speaks with legendary athletes Gabby Reece and Laird Hamilton about their recovery practices and the mindset required to continue growing and thriving through every stage of life. Gabby Reece is a former professional beach volleyball player, bestselling author, and host of the The Gabby Reece Show, while Laird Hamilton is widely regarded as one of the greatest big-wave surfers of all time and a pioneer in modern water sports and performance training. Together, they have spent decades at the forefront of health, fitness, and human performance. Don, Gabby, and Laird also explore how their approach to training, recovery, and performance has evolved over the years. They discuss injuries as teachers, the balance between experience and science, parenting, entrepreneurship, and why longevity is less about chasing extremes and more about developing sustainable habits. The episode also explores their recovery practices, and the mindset required to continue growing and thriving through every stage of life. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: MasterClass: Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at http://masterclass.com/stronger - with MasterClass you can learn from the best to become your best. With plans starting at $10 a month, billed annually, you get unlimited access to over 200+ classes taught by the world’s best business leaders, writers, chefs, and more. Cash App: New Cash App customers can earn $10 if they use code SECURE10 in their profile at signup and send $5 to a friend within 14 days. Terms apply. ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • June 16 · 52 min

    Building Confidence Through Strength Training with Kelsey Heenan

    Don sits down with longtime friend, coach, and fitness educator Kelsey Heenan, who shares her journey from developing an eating disorder in college to rebuilding a healthier relationship with food, fitness, and her body. She opens up about perfectionism, body image, consistency, and how her experiences shaped the way she now coaches thousands of people around the world. Don and Kelsey also discuss training philosophy, the importance of strength training for women, intuitive fitness, mindset, and how to create a sustainable approach to health that actually lasts. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • June 9 · 37 min

    Gym Fundamentals With Fitness Legends Mike Boyle, Alwyn Cosgrove, and Luka Hocevar

    Host Don Saladino is joined by three of the most respected minds in the fitness industry: Luka Hocevar, Mike Boyle, and Alwyn Cosgrove. Together, they share decades of hard-earned lessons on coaching, leadership, business ownership, mentorship, and building a lasting career in fitness. The discussion covers everything from developing young coaches and managing staff to creating a winning culture, handling ego, retaining great employees, and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship. Whether you're a fitness professional, gym owner, aspiring coach, or simply interested in leadership and personal growth, this episode is packed with practical wisdom from three coaches who have helped shape the modern fitness industry. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger Cash App: New Cash App customers can earn $10 if they use code SECURE10 in their profile at signup and send $5 to a friend within 14 days. Terms apply. Cozy Earth: Luxury shouldn't be out of reach. Go to https://cozyearth.com/pages/stronger for up to 20% off CozyEarth’s best-selling temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • June 2 · 58 min

    Essential Habits That Matter Most For Your Health with Andrew Coates

    Don sits down with renowned coach, writer, and educator Andrew Coates for a conversation on what actually matters when it comes to fitness, health, and long-term success. Andrew shares lessons learned from decades of coaching, writing for major fitness publications like Men’s Health, and helping clients build sustainable habits. Together, he and Don break down the biggest misconceptions in strength training, why social media rewards extreme opinions, and how simple principles consistently outperform complicated programs. The conversation also explores injury risk, progressive overload, sleep, cardio, nutrition, habit formation, and the routines Andrew uses to stay strong, lean, and healthy at 48 years old. Plus, Don and Andrew close things out with a fun lightning round covering fitness myths, underrated exercises, action movies, cheat meals, and more. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: David Protein: Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger Timeline: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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