Aleks “The Hebrew Hammer” Salkin is a StrongFirst Certified SFG II kettlebell instructor and an Original Strength Instructor. He is also a certified kettlebell instructor and has over a decade of experience in teaching kettlebell and bodyweight training to athletes and fitness enthusiasts around the world. Aleks is known for his innovative and effective approach to kettlebell and bodyweight training, which has helped countless individuals achieve their fitness goals. He has worked with a...

Dr. Jon Herting and special guest Alisa Rose discussed Alisa's 11-year-long journey of entrepreneurship in the fitness industry. She began Art Fitness in North Wilmington eleven years ago with the aim of creating a unique, intimate experience for its members that focused on both physical and mental health. Alisa believes that she has created something special over these years and is looking forward to the new horizons her business is taking on. Success is not something that happens...

Cory Walts was hired as the Director of Strength & Conditioning at the University of Pennsylvania in April 2019. Walts came to Penn from nearby Haverford College, where he spent 12 years as the head strength and conditioning coach and fitness center director. During that time, he designed and implemented year-round sports performance programs for a majority of Haverford's 23 varsity sports and several club sports teams. He utilized a holistic approach to create robust individuals and...

Sally Andersen is a highly respected personal trainer, group X instructor, and Burn Boot Camp manager who has been transforming lives for over 15 years. She is passionate about helping others find the power of fitness and believes in the power of consistency to achieve excellent results. Sally Andersen was not athletic in college, relying on beer pong and medication to get her through. After struggling to climb two flights of stairs without taking a break, she was emotionally overcome and...

Jim Earley is board certified (NCBTMB) sports massage specialist and works onsite for sports events or privately in your home or hotel. Jim works with: college & university sports teams professional squash players athletes such as swimmers, runners, triathletes,  tennis players, lacrosse players, water polo players, football players, bodybuilders recovering athletes weekend warriors Jim's work includes performing sports massage at many events and competitions, including tennis...

When Jeff Schumacher, a former professional athlete, opens his first training studio in Malvern, he quickly discovers that providing tailored personal training in a group setting and creating meaningful relationships with members is key to its success, creating an ironic balance between business and culture. Jeff Schumacher is the General Manager of Gage Strength and Conditioning in Westchester and a partner in Engage personal training studio.  He has been working in the Philadelphia fitness...

When George Zirkel, Director of Pitching at Ascent Athlete, combines his professional baseball background and newly acquired Master's Degree in Motor Learning and Control to craft individualized training programs for athletes of all ages, a unique and electrifying culture is created that allows for optimal results. He has used his formal education to create individualized throwing programs to help athletes improve their velocity. In this episode, you will learn the following: George...

When Matt April, the dynamic owner of Bent on Better gym, seeks to build a welcoming community in West Chester, PA to serve an underserved population, he discovers a compelling central conflict that tests his commitment to his goal. Matt April is the owner of Bent on Better, a gym in Westchester that specializes in weight loss, boss building and creating a safe fitness space. He has a passion for fitness and has been an athlete his entire life, inspiring him to help underserved members of...

Dr. Erin Farmer is a physical therapist who also has a significant background in fitness – she has coached Olympic weightlifters in national competitions, she has competed at Crossfit Regionals, and she owned CrossFit Center City in Philadelphia for nearly a decade. She has been a respected member of the fitness community for many years. She was the co-owner of the first CrossFit gym in Philadelphia, and has since gone on to pursue a doctorate in physical therapy. Dr. Erin has always been...

Dr. Boyd has become the most trained and highest credentialed sports physical therapist in the entire state of New Jersey and the Greater Philadelphia region. Less than 1% of physical therapists nationwide are double board certified in both orthopedics and sports physical therapy. Dr. Boyd is the only residency-trained therapist in South Jersey to have earned this distinction. In 2021, Dr. Boyd became the first and currently only physical therapist in NJ to complete an Orthopedic and Sports...

Chris Leib is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with vast experience in treating movement dysfunctions and enhancing human performance. Dr. Leib has a versatile movement background with a variety of certifications as both a physical therapist and fitness professional. Combining the worlds of therapy and fitness, Chris is uniquely qualified to help you get the most out of your body, while allowing you to sustain optimal physical health...

Master Somnath Sikdar is the Head Instructor at the Dragon Gym and has been training in Tae Kwon Do and Hapkido for over 30 years under Grandmaster Chae Teok Goh. He is currently a sixth-degree black belt and is certified by the World Taekwondo Headquarters (Kukkiwon). His training has covered a broad spectrum of martial arts including a variety of weapons, self-defense, traditional and sport Tae Kwon Do. He has also studied Hapkido under Grandmaster Han Jae Ji. In conjunction with martial...

Justin McClintock is passionate about helping people achieve their goals on their terms. Hundreds of satisfied clients speak about how his attention, empathy, and deep technical know-how allow him to craft programs that meet people exactly where they are, and get them where they want to go. Do you want to achieve your fitness goals, but feel like you're stuck in a rut? Maybe you've been told to just push through the pain, but that isn't working. If you're looking for a better way to get fit,...

Dr. Arianne Missimer is an award-winning Doctor of Physical Therapy, Registered Dietitian, Registered Yoga Teacher, Mindfulness Educator, author, and cancer survivor regularly featured on ABC, NBC, FOX, and CBS. As the Founder of the Movement Paradigm, she has been making her mark in the health field for over 22 years. Starting off in personal training, becoming a licensed dietitian, pursuing her doctorate in physical therapy, and completing additional graduate work in Applied Mindfulness has...

Emily Pappas holds a M.S. in Exercise Physiology from Temple University and a B.S. in Biological Sciences from Drexel University. Through this education, Emily values her ability to coach athletes with a perspective that is grounded in biochemistry and human physiology. Outside of the classroom, Emily has experience coaching and programming at the Division I Collegiate Level working as the assistant strength coach for Temple University’s Women’s Rugby team. In addition, Emily holds her USAW...

CJ Appenzeller is the head strength coach and owner at Appenzeller Training Systems in West Berlin, New Jersey, The Blue-Collar strength and speed facility for athletes to transform their mindset and athletic performance. He specializes in baseball and softball training for youth, high school, college and pro athletes. Links: Follow: @atsstrength https://www.youtube.com/user/appenzellertraining Follow us on TIKTOK! https://www.tiktok.com/@phitnessphiladelphia

Jim Rutter has competed in weightlifting since 2000 and coached since 2010, achieving the rank of International Coach for USA Weightlifting. He owns and serves as head coach for Philadelphia Barbell Club, which has produced over 20 National or International medalists since 2017. Links: Jim Rutter on Instagram https://www.thesportissteroids.com/ https://www.instagram.com/philadelphiabarbellclub

Nick is the founder of Effort Rx to best serve others as they work towards the healthiest, happiest version of themselves. While some people may be focused on athletic performance, others may be driven to follow a path of general good health. Whatever the goal, Nick believes progress is ultimately the result of quality effort. The mission of Effort Rx is to help with that journey, making the process efficient and sustainable. His formal education, including a bachelor's in exercise science...

Mark grew up with an “out of the box mentality”, a passion for entrepreneurship at a very young age, and a huge desire to help others. Since the age of 12 Mark has had a background in sponsored skateboarding, extreme sports, competitive running, later years molding into the world of Calisthenics, Obstacle Racing and Ninja Warrior. After college Mark was driven to start a business and fueled by the passion in the fitness industry with a vision to create a place that he always dreamed of...

Wylie Belasik is the owner of Subversus Fitness has been the home of inclusive strength training and culture building and offers instruction in weightlifting, gymnastics, nutrition and CrossFit classes through group training. He is also the Founder of Philly-based non-profit, UliftU, which trains incarcerated and returned citizens for careers as fitness coaches. Connect with Wylie https://subversusfitness.com/ Follow @blamewylie

Dana Watson is a Nutrition Coach, Owner and Founder of ThreeSixty Nutrition. It is an online, 1:1 coaching program committed to helping beginners to the avid gym-goers quit the on-and-off diets and transition to a lifestyle of healthier choices.  Follow Dana https://www.threesixtynutrition.com/ https://www.instagram.com/threesixty_nutrition/

Rob Robena is an Experienced Human Performance Director with a demonstrated history of working with baseball players from the youth ages to professional players. He is skilled in shoulder assessments, coaching, fitness training, athletics, and program design. Also an adjunct professor in undergraduate Exercise Science and DPT students in strength and conditioning. There are over 60 MLB and MILB players that train with Rob and his team in the baseball...

Joe is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Licensed Massage Therapist. He played Division II Baseball at West Chester University where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science in 2017. In 4+ years he has trained and coached a variety of clients ranging in age, fitness level, and sport. His experience includes one on one training, small group personal training, HIIT style classes, and strength and conditioning coaching at both Widener University and Drexel...

Jim Ferris is a Philadelphia based trainer whose clientele includes professional athletes, local teams, everyday fitness enthusiasts, and maybe a celebrity or two depending on who is in town. Jim is known for his work in the basketball community from training with the Philadelphia 76ers for many years and training several NBA players that live their offseason in the Philadelphia area. Jim’s expertise in the training field, along with his dynamic and creative training style keeps players and...