Strength Chat

This week I sat down with Dr. Adam Sawyers, a strength coach, gym owner, powerlifter, and doctor who’s on a mission to bring people back to what really works: the basics.With so much information and noise out there, it’s easy to overcomplicate training. But when you look at the results Adam gets with his clients, it’s clear that doing the fundamentals really well beats chasing the next trend every time.We chatted about:🏋️‍♂️ What doing the basics better actually looks like🧠 Why so many people struggle with the fundamentals💪 How to become a healthy powerlifter…plus a few tangents along the way 😅Connect with Adam: 👉 @dradamsawyers Connect with me:  👉 @coach_cuthbert 👉 @strength_chat 👉 Strength Chat Podcast 📬 Want weekly tips to help you train smarter, coach better & cut through the BS?  Sign up for my blog — https://mailchi.mp/ea9ee2b51d7c/built-by-strength  

This week’s Strength Chat was a special one. I was joined by two international powerlifters and an absolute athlete–coach dream team: Carole O’Neil and Pia Marangoni.With Pia a performance nutritionist and Carole an athlete pushing to level up, this really was a perfect match. Carole balances work, travel, and training, yet still finds a way to perform on the platform thanks to a smart, tailored approach from Pia.This wasn’t just about setting macros or handing over a meal plan. It was about creating a strategy that fits real life and drives real results.We covered:🤝 The athlete–coach relationship between Carole & Pia🥗 The challenges of building a sustainable nutrition plan⚡ How nutrition has positively impacted Carole’s performance on the platform…plus a few fun tangents along the way 😅Connect with Carole: 👉 @caroleoneil Connect with Pia: 👉 @pia_marangoni 👉 @fiercelyfuelednutrition Connect with me:  👉 @coach_cuthbert 👉 @strength_chat 👉 Strength Chat Podcast 📬 Want weekly tips to help you train smarter, coach better & cut through the BS?  Sign up for my blog — https://mailchi.mp/ea9ee2b51d7c/built-by-strength  

This week I had the pleasure of chatting with Andy McCloy — Owner & Founder of BCI Sports Performance & Fitness, where he’s coached thousands of athletes, with hundreds reaching the elite level in their sport.When Andy speaks, you listen. His results and track record speak for themselves.In a world where many coaches want quick results and shortcuts, Andy reminds us that the art of coaching, experience, patience, and raising standards, is what truly makes the difference.We dug into:🎯 The art of coaching beyond programming🧠 How to build real experience as a coach🏋️ Creating a coaching-first mindset as a gym owner…plus a few Strength Chat tangents along the way 😅Connect with Andy: 👉 @andymccloy_bci 👉 @bci_sports_performance Connect with me:  👉 @coach_cuthbert 👉 @strength_chat 👉 Strength Chat Podcast 📬 Want weekly tips to help you train smarter, coach better & cut through the BS?  Sign up for my blog — https://mailchi.mp/ea9ee2b51d7c/built-by-strength  

This week I was joined by Pauric O’Rourke, strength coach with KILO Strength Society and someone who knows how to cut through the fluff to focus on what actually works.There’s no shortage of fads and gimmicks in fitness. But when you strip it all back, the goal is simple: help clients get stronger, healthier, and more consistent.That’s exactly what we dove into in this chat.We covered:✅ The real difference between coaching beginners vs advanced clients❓ If we know what works, why do fads & gimmicks keep coming back?🎯 The pros and cons of specificity in programming…plus a few classic Strength Chat tangents 😅Connect with Pauric: 👉 @pauric.orourke 👉 @kiloeducation Connect with me:  👉 @coach_cuthbert 👉 @strength_chat 👉 Strength Chat Podcast 📬 Want weekly tips to help you train smarter, coach better & cut through the BS?  Sign up for my blog — https://mailchi.mp/ea9ee2b51d7c/built-by-strength 

This week’s episode was a special one as it was my first in-person Strength Chat recorded here in Thailand!I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jack Thomas, Founder & CEO of BASE, Co-Founder of The Fit Guide, and host of the Fitness Business Asia Podcast & Five-Star Fitness podcast.From the start, it was clear how passionate Jack is about raising the standard in fitness when it comes to service, systems, and scalability. If you’re a coach, gym owner, or just someone interested in what makes the best gyms in the world stand out, this episode is for you.We covered:🏆 What separates gold-standard gyms from the rest🛠️ Why systems are essential for long-term success📈 How to scale your business without losing quality…plus a few fun tangents along the way 😅Connect with Jack: 👉 Jack Thomas - LinkedIn 👉 @jacktbase Connect with me:  👉 @coach_cuthbert 👉 @strength_chat 👉 Strength Chat Podcast 📬 Want weekly tips to help you train smarter, coach better & cut through the BS?  Sign up for my blog — https://mailchi.mp/ea9ee2b51d7c/built-by-strength 

This week I was joined by Veronica Zuccala — strength & conditioning coach and educator with Pre-Script.You don’t have to be an athlete to benefit from training like one. The principles that make athletes strong, fast, and resilient also apply to everyday gym goers. And when you apply them the right way, progress skyrockets.We got into:✅ Why “athlete-style” training works for the general population🎮 The role of games in athletic development (yes, fun matters!)🔥 Why effort is the ultimate non-negotiableThis one’s a mix of education, insight, and a couple of fun tangents along the way 😅Connect with Veronica: 👉@veronicazuccala Connect with me:  👉@coach_cuthbert 👉@strength_chat 👉 Strength Chat Podcast 📬 Want weekly tips to help you train smarter, coach better & cut through the BS?  Sign up for my blog — https://mailchi.mp/ea9ee2b51d7c/built-by-strength  

This week I had the pleasure of chatting with James Thayer — educator, coach, and host of his own podcast, Paint the Edges.From the start, it was clear we share the same philosophy: every exercise in a program should have a purpose. It’s not just about filling space on the page — it’s about building something that actually works, and fits into the bigger picture.If you’ve ever wondered how top coaches make smart programming decisions, or how to cut through the latest training “hacks” and fads, this one’s for you.We covered:✅ The thought process behind exercise selection✅ When (and why) to swap out an exercise✅ How to handle trends & fads without losing sight of the basics…plus a few tangents to keep things fun 😅Connect with James: 👉@thayer2513 👉Pain The Edges Podcast Connect with me:  👉@coach_cuthbert 👉@strength_chat 👉 Strength Chat Podcast 📬 Want weekly tips to help you train smarter, coach better & cut through the BS?  Sign up for my blog — https://mailchi.mp/ea9ee2b51d7c/built-by-strength  

This week, I was joined by a returning guest — award-winning coach Reiss Silva, who’s worked with world champions and even Guinness World Record holders.The last time Reiss was on (Ep. 195 back in December 2021), the episode was packed with insights. This time? He’s bringing even more experience, knowledge, and success to the table — and the conversation didn’t disappoint.If you’re a coach, athlete, or just curious about what it takes to perform and lead at the very top, you’ll get a lot from this one.We covered:✅ How to deal with pressure as a coach in elite sport🧠 Helping athletes develop an unshakable mindset💻 The challenges & benefits of moving into online coaching…plus a few classic Strength Chat tangents 😄Connect with : 👉@reiss_silva11 Connect with me:  👉@coach_cuthbert 👉@strength_chat 👉 Strength Chat Podcast 📬 Want training & coaching tips straight to your inbox?Sign up for my blog — https://mailchi.mp/ea9ee2b51d7c/built-by-strength

This week I was joined by Joe Hoye — founder of Hoye Fit, creator of the Detox Method, and the man behind the Midlife Makeover, the largest summit for women over 40.You’ve probably heard it before:👉 “Once you hit a certain age, it’s harder to lose weight or get strong.”But is that actually true?Joe’s results (and approach) say otherwise.He’s helped thousands of clients get strong, feel confident, and take control of their health — without crash diets, 6-hour gym sessions, or nonsense ‘quick fixes.’In this episode, we chat about:✅ The real challenges of fat loss as we age (and how to overcome them)✅ What we can control as we get older — and what we can’t✅ Why “secret tips to success” might not be so secret after all…plus a few tangents, of course 😄Follow Joe:👉 @joe.bestlife Follow me:👉@coach_cuthbert 👉@strength_chat 👉 Strength Chat Podcast 

If you’re a coach, athlete, or just serious about training, this one’s worth a listen.This week on Strength Chat, I was joined by Angelo Gingerelli – strength & conditioning coach at Seton Hall University, published author, and someone who’s helped thousands of student athletes reach elite levels of performance.With so many variables that can influence success or failure, Angelo has created a repeatable blueprint for developing athletes who thrive — not just in college, but long after.We got into:✅ What it actually takes to build a successful student athlete🏋️‍♂️ How to create a consistent, winning environment🎓 What happens after the college days end…plus a few classic Strength Chat tangents 😅Follow Angelo📲 @mr5throundFollow me for more episodes:📲 @coach_cuthbert🎧 @strength_chat📬 Want weekly coaching & training tips direct to your inbox?Sign up to my blog for real advice and zero fluff.👉 https://mailchi.mp/ea9ee2b51d7c/built-by-strength