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  • Fitness Tribalism Exposed: Finding a Middle Ground with CLIFTON HARSKI | Ep. 92
    Dec 2 2025

    Check out Clifton! @cliftonharskikettlebells @cliftonharski


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    Tim Riley hosts Clifton Harski on Coach 'Em Up to break down fitness industry tribalism and the blind spots of different training methodologies. Clifton shares his journey from skinny basketball player to respected fitness educator, working with brands like Kettle Athletics and Animal Flow while running certifications nationwide.


    They dive deep into why different fitness tribes (bodybuilders, kettlebell enthusiasts, sports performance coaches) fail to see beyond their own training philosophies, and how to connect the consistent themes across various approaches. Clifton offers practical wisdom for new trainers and challenges the "one way only" mentality plaguing the industry.

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    1 h et 34 min
  • Building Gyms, Gettin Yolked, and Just Being Yourself | ALAN THRALL | Ep. 91
    Nov 25 2025

    Go check out Alan! @AlanThrall @untamedstrength


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    Alan Thrall, owner of Untamed Strength Gym, joins Coach 'Em Up to share his journey from Marine Corps to successful gym owner and content creator. Allan reveals how his viral "How to Squat" video launched his YouTube career, his approach to authentic content creation, and the evolution of his training philosophy.


    Allan discusses his marketing struggles before YouTube success, the importance of targeting the right audience for your business, and how fatherhood shifted his priorities from being the "big, strong lifter" to focusing on functionality and authenticity. He provides invaluable advice for aspiring gym owners: start small, use your own money, and go into business alone.


    This conversation is packed with practical wisdom for fitness entrepreneurs and anyone looking to stay true to themselves in their professional journey.

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    1 h et 36 min
  • Understanding Movement & Biomechanics with ALEX EFFER | Ep. 90
    Nov 18 2025

    Check out Alex on socials! @alex.effer


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    In this episode of the Coach 'Em Up Podcast, Tim Riley sits down with Alex Effer, an exercise physiologist from Toronto, to discuss biomechanics, training methodologies, and the art of coaching. Alex shares his journey from T-Nation enthusiast to respected exercise physiologist, revealing how mentorship shaped his pragmatic approach to training. They explore the intersection of rehabilitation and performance training, the importance of understanding joint positions and their impact on muscle function, and how individual body structures affect movement patterns.


    Alex breaks down his systematic approach to movement assessment, starting with center of mass and working down to specific joint mechanics. He emphasizes the value of focused learning over information overload and shares practical applications that coaches can implement immediately. This conversation bridges the gap between clinical rehabilitation and performance coaching, offering valuable insights for practitioners across the spectrum.


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    1 h et 25 min
  • Kettlebells, Coaching Coaches, & Community with HUNTER CRINE | Ep. 89
    Nov 11 2025

    Look for Hunter on socials! @hunter_crine


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    In this episode, Tim Riley interviews Hunter Crine, a renowned kettlebell coach and community builder. They discuss Hunter's journey, coaching philosophy, kettlebell training, and building a thriving fitness community.


    Hunter shares his early experiences with weightlifting, his time at Penn State, and the challenges he faced while working as a personal trainer in NYC. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship in his coaching development.


    The conversation delves into the polarizing world of kettlebells, the significance of maintaining athleticism as we age, and strategies for fostering genuine community in the fitness industry. Hunter and Tim explore individualized training approaches, highlighting the mental, emotional, and social dimensions of effective coaching. Hunter also opens up about his experiences with anxiety after moving to LA and how therapy helped him address internal challenges.


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    1 h et 24 min
  • Fighter Psychology, Movement Cults, & Mentorships with ALEX STERNER | Ep. 88
    Nov 5 2025

    Check out Alex on socials! @alex.sterner⁠ ⁨@ElectrumPerformance⁩ ⁠


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    In this episode, Tim Riley sits down with Alex Sterner, a strength and conditioning coach specializing in combat sports, to discuss the art and science of coaching elite athletes. Alex shares his journey from jiu-jitsu practitioner to respected coach, emphasizing the crucial role of mentorship in developing coaching expertise.


    They dive deep into the psychology of combat athletes, exploring their masochistic tendencies and how coaches must balance intensity with preservation. Alex reveals strategies for effective communication with high-level fighters and debunks common misconceptions in the science-based fitness community.


    The conversation takes a critical turn as they examine movement cults, the absurdity of longevity claims from Functional Patterns, and the ethical responsibilities of coaches. Alex offers invaluable advice for aspiring coaches, stressing the importance of mentorship, personal training experience, and maintaining humility.


    Subscribe right now! If you don't, Naudi will slide into your DMs and deliver his ultimate functional patterns manifesto, killing you instantly from the sheer magnitude of knowledge entering your brain. So I'd subscribe if I were you.

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    1 h et 50 min
  • How Renaissance Periodization Became a Hypertrophy Kingpin ft NICK SHAW | Ep. 87
    Oct 28 2025

    Check out Nick and RP! @nick.shaw.rp @RenaissancePeriodization


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    Nick Shaw, CEO and co-founder of RP Strength, joins Tim to discuss building a successful fitness business, practical approaches to training and nutrition, and the entrepreneurial mindset needed for success.


    Nick shares the origin story of Renaissance Periodization (RP Strength) and how it evolved from a simple e-book to a comprehensive fitness app. He discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of providing value before expecting returns, and why consistency trumps perfection in both business and fitness.


    They discuss how RP Strength leveraged customer transformations as marketing, the power of free content in building brand authority, managing negativity and maintaining focus on your mission, practical approaches to fitness that prioritize sustainability, and the value of long-term thinking in both business and personal development.


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    1 h et 42 min
  • Building a Sustainable Fitness Career with ANDREW COATES | Ep. 86
    Oct 21 2025

    Check out Andrew! @Andrewcoatesfitness


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    Join Tim Riley as he sits down with fitness industry veteran Andrew Coates on this episode of Coach 'Em Up Podcast. Andrew shares his journey in the fitness world, from personal trainer to respected writer and podcaster.


    Andrew discusses the importance of authentic relationships in the fitness industry, why good people tend to succeed, and how the landscape has changed with social media disrupting traditional gatekeepers. He offers valuable insights for new coaches on building a sustainable career without falling into the hype of online-only coaching.


    The conversation explores the balance between wealth and fame, maintaining authenticity in a content-saturated world, and practical advice for performance coaches looking to make an impact. Whether you're an established professional or just starting your fitness career, this episode delivers actionable wisdom on navigating the modern fitness landscape.


    Subscribe right now! There's not much time! Zack just called and said he's been abducted, and the only way they're going to release him is if the channel gets 1 billion subscribers by the end of the week!

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    1 h et 41 min
  • Lower Body Rehab, Mechanics, & Movement Accuracy | Q&A with DAVID GREY | Ep. 85
    Oct 14 2025

    Check out David on socials! @DavidGreyRehab

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    Join host Tim Riley and special guest David Gray in this value-packed episode of Coach 'Em Up Podcast! David shares insights from his masterclass with OKC Thunder, discusses the differences between Irish humility and American confidence, and answers audience questions on athletic performance, injury mitigation, and rehabilitation.


    David dives deep into treating chronic injuries, shares his perspective on what's missing in physical therapy and coaching today, and breaks down his approach to hip impingements and Achilles tendon issues. This episode is packed with practical advice for coaches, athletes, and fitness professionals looking to elevate their game.


    Subscribe if you want to see David move to Austin! He said he'd do it if we can get the channel to 10k subscribers by the end of the month! He also doesn't know he said that, but that's beside the point...

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    1 h et 24 min