Today, we are back with the final piece in our postpartum series with coach Katie Clementi. To listen to parts one and two, head back to episodes 88 and 89 to catch up. As we've discussed, it is so important to take time to listen to your body and recover properly after having your baby—and nutrition plays a huge role in that recovery. Coach Sue and Coach Katie are diving into postpartum nutrition and the biggest things women aren't doing. Listen in as they talk on quick meals, focusing on milk ...
Dec 01, 2022•39 min•Ep. 90
Coach Katie is back today as we dive into Part Two of our Postpartum Series. Jumping back into the gym takes time after having a baby and it's important to know how to slowly ease back in. Growing a human is hard, giving birth is hard, and getting back to feeling like you again is equally as hard. Listen in as Coach Sue and Coach Katie chat about how to give yourself grace during the transition postpartum, how to mentally deal with setbacks, how to get used to your new body following birth, plus...
Nov 28, 2022•46 min•Ep. 89
Today, we have another special guest with us—Coach Katie Clementi! Katie holds her CPT as well as multiple perinatal certifications. After having a daughter a little over a year and a half ago, she has experienced many hurdles while coming into her role as a mom. Listen in as Coach Sue and Coach Katie discuss some things she did during pregnancy that she carries into her life now, struggles new moms have to navigate, how you can support a new mom in your life, and so much more. Coach Katie will ...
Nov 21, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 88
Today, we have a very special guest with us—Miguel Rivera! Miguel creates all the magic you see as a videography mastermind and our Creative Director. We often say Miguel has lived many lives. Previously, he was a musician which translated over to videography fairly well but he made quite a few job leaps along the way. He first started college to pursue a degree in audio engineering and music theory, but eventually made a switch to architecture. After working at a few office jobs, a pickle facto...
Nov 17, 2022•57 min•Ep. 87
The holiday season is here, whether you are ready or not. Today, Sue, Alex, and Austin are chatting about navigating the upcoming holidays. Listen in as they discuss how to not be an asshole and how to make decisions that make you feel good—regardless of what that looks like. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Without further ado, let's get into today's ep...
Nov 14, 2022•46 min•Ep. 86
First, let's start by giving Coach Makenzie a big congratulations on becoming Mrs. McGhee! After a crazy fun weekend, Sue and Alex sit down and talk about how they have created the best schedule for them. From packing food, to prioritizing sleep, to being vocal to their clients—they felt like they were able to truly manage a weekend away. There are certain things in life that you have to grow to hate in order to want to do the thing that's right for you. After growing to hate the non-stop work g...
Nov 07, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 85
From being homebodies to saying yes to hanging out with friends and making new friends, Alex and Sue have been working on doing more things and spending more time together outside of work. While peer pressure has a big effect on your social life, it also has an effect on your fitness goals. Listen in, as Alex and Sue talk on how peer pressure plays a role in their current lives, how they deal with unavoidable situations, and their personal tactics for dealing with group events. As always, it is ...
Oct 31, 2022•53 min•Ep. 84
Today we are talking about how Alex lost 20 pounds in 4 days. Yes, you read that right. We've all wanted to lose weight for an event or a vacation but this is definitely not the way to do it. After coming down with the flu, Sue and Alex were pretty out of commission for two weeks. Listen in as they discuss how they took time to recover and what they did to feel better while sick. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but...
Oct 24, 2022•57 min•Ep. 83
We've all, at some point, struggled with the all-or-nothing mentality. Within fitness, this mentality can creep in when it comes to lifting, nutrition, and even competing. Listen in as Sue and Alex sit down and discuss how life happens, goals and priorities change, and how to make the mindset shift to recognize those factors while allowing grace for yourself. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some s...
Oct 17, 2022•48 min•Ep. 82
Today, Coach Alex sits down with Coach Austin to discuss his path to coaching, the clients he prefers, and goals he's accomplished throughout his journey. For a period of time, Austin's whole life revolved around competing. After earning his pro card, competing was no longer the focus. He got accepted into a 4 month study abroad program and left the country for the first time, leaving competing behind in search of new experiences. While traveling and having conversations with people who were not...
Oct 10, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 81
Today we have a very special guest for the start of our client series, Sydney Shelburne! Sydney has a background in fitness as a three-sport athlete throughout high school. After leaving sports behind—but still looking for a fitness program during college—she participated in fitness challenges. Unfortunately, she never felt like they were giving the results she wanted and ultimately led to burnout. After switching her major to exercise science, she finally felt like she found what she wanted to ...
Oct 03, 2022•59 min•Ep. 80
First, thank you for allowing us to open up and talk on mental health. We truly appreciate all the love, comments, and feedback on episode 77 . We are glad to have this space to be open, vulnerable, and honest with our listeners. Today, we are discussing goals and that it is OK for your goals to change over time. Over the last three-plus years, Sue and Alex's goals have shifted—which is completely normal. From solely focusing on coaching competitors, to now focusing more on lifestyle clients, Al...
Sep 26, 2022•34 min•Ep. 79
We have found that the scale can sometimes do more harm than good, so we have clients that don't weigh themselves. The scale is just ONE tool to gauge progress. Today, we chat about additional ways to measure your progress effectively and their importance in your ability to continue making progress over time. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Without furt...
Sep 19, 2022•58 min•Ep. 78
Today's episode is a free-flowing conversation on mental health. We truly believe that health is wealth and it's important that we focus on the whole picture. Mental health determines how we act, react, take care of ourselves, and the habits we put into place. Life isn't always perfect and sometimes our mental health can suffer as well—so today, we are getting vulnerable (which isn't always easy to do). As husband and wife, Alex and Sue have to lean into each other when times get tough. Listen i...
Sep 12, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 77
We all have goals, but are setting fitness goals important? Absolutely. Today, we sit down and discuss how to set yourself up to successfully accomplish your goals and our own personal fitness goals. A great episode as we enter a new month and a new week! As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Without further ado, let's get into today's episode. Timestamps: (0...
Sep 06, 2022•59 min•Ep. 76
Today we are back with a Rapid Q&A focusing on training. Re-doing the home gym? Favorite exercises for hamstrings? Goals for the year? Listen in as Alex, Sue, and Austin answer your questions! As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Without further ado, let's get into today's episode. Timestamps: (0:00) Intro (0:54) What are your best recovery tips outside ...
Aug 29, 2022•59 min•Ep. 75
Coach Kortney is back for part two of the fundamental components of our health. If you haven't listened to part 1, head back to episode 73. Today, we dive into how to increase nutrient density, improve digestive health, improve menstrual health, and so much more. Working on and incorporating these fundamentals will require you to change your normal routines. Listen in as Coach Sue and Coach Kortney discuss how to make changes that will have a greater impact on your health. As always, it is our g...
Aug 22, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 74
Coach Kortney joins us today as we talk about something really fun-damental: the components of a sustainable healthy lifestyle. There is more to your health and your body composition than how much you eat or how many hours you spend in the gym. By taking a more well-rounded, comprehensive approach our clients see better and longer-lasting results. Listen in as Sue and Kortney chat on all the pieces that go into the puzzle. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valu...
Aug 15, 2022•48 min•Ep. 73
Today's episode is on a question that gets asked quite a bit—is a high protein diet unhealthy? Protein does not have stored reserves like fats and carbs. This is why adequate protein intake is so important. Listen in as Austin, Alex, and Sue dive into their own protein intake, protein distribution, and pitfalls of too much or too little, plus a funny story from Alex. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plan...
Aug 08, 2022•49 min•Ep. 72
We are diving back into our myth-busting series today! Have you ever experienced painful muscle soreness? We definitely have. BUT—muscle soreness doesn't always translate to more muscle growth. Listen in as Sue, Alex, and Austin share their personal experiences with muscle soreness, and go into detail on muscle damage, soreness, and growth. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further re...
Aug 01, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 71
Today we have Coach Maji joining us! In this episode, we are going to dive more deeply into Maji's fitness journey, but if you missed her spotlight, you can find that linked below. Each coach on Team PD comes from such a different fitness background and that helps us better serve our clients. Coach Maji grew up around fitness, having an older brother as a personal trainer and a twin brother who was into lifting. Her personal introduction to weightlifting began in high school during a weightlifti...
Jul 28, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 70
Can you be too old or too young for strength training? At PD, our coaches have clients of all ages and we truly believe strength training can be beneficial for anyone. Listen in as coaches Alex, Austin, and Sue go in-depth on what age they started training, if you could ever be too old for strength training, and when/how adolescents should be introduced to weight training. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also t...
Jul 25, 2022•55 min•Ep. 69
Today we are busting even more myths with the second episode in our myth-busting series. We're digging into why 'bad genetics' is a bad excuse. Listen in as Alex, Sue, and Austin talk about their own genetics, how we handle clients that believe this myth, and the power of your mindset. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Without further ado, let's get into ...
Jul 18, 2022•55 min•Ep. 68
Today we are busting some myths with the first episode in a new series on myth-busting. Strength training ISN'T only for men and Coaches Alex, Austin, and Sue dive headfirst into this myth. Listen in as they discuss getting bulky, toning, cardio over strength training, and so much more. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Without further ado, let's get into...
Jul 11, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 67
Two episodes in one week! Today's BONUS episode is a rapid-fire Q&A with Coaches Sue and Alex as they sit down and answer questions submitted regarding Sue's competition prep. To listen to part 1 of Sue's season wrap-up, head back to episode 65 . Thank you to those who followed along on Sue's prep and competition season, it means so much to us! As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for fu...
Jul 07, 2022•57 min•Ep. 66
Sue and Alex sit down today and recap Sue's competition season. Together they wear many different hats as spouses, business owners, coach/client, and more. Prep is hard not only on the client, but as a coach as well, especially when that client is your wife. Listen in as they sit down and speak on the good, the bad, and the (sometimes) ugly that is a competition season. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to p...
Jul 04, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 65
Coach Charlotte joins Sue today to dive into muscle building. Like many of us, Charlotte started her fitness journey to be smaller. After realizing that was not the physique she wanted to build, she dove into weightlifting and playing the long game. Listen in as Sue and Charlotte discuss why you should build muscle and its benefits, and why some people struggle with building muscle. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions ...
Jun 27, 2022•50 min•Ep. 64
Calorie calculators are not one-size-fits-all, just as the human body is not just an equation. In today's episode, Alex, Austin, and Sue dive into common mistakes of calorie calculators, which factors calorie calculators use to determine daily energy expenditure, and things calculators don't take into consideration. Listen in as they also dive into our Physique Development Nutrition Calculator and how to use it in conjunction with the app to maximize its functionality. Be sure to listen through ...
Jun 20, 2022•42 min•Ep. 63
In today's episode, Sue and Alex discuss the thief of joy—comparison. Listen in as they talk about how comparison can creep in, affect you, how to get out of the rut, and even how to leverage it as a positive. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Without further ado, let's get into today's episode. Timestamps: (0:00) Intro (0:44) Ways comparison can creep in...
Jun 13, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 62
Today's episode is a fun one. Sue and Alex sit down and go through some rapid-fire questions submitted by listeners. Coffee or energy drinks? Favorite cheesecake flavors? Goals for the year? Listen in to find out! As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Without further ado, let's get into today's episode. Timestamps: (0:00) Intro (0:26) What's your biggest tell...
Jun 06, 2022•51 min•Ep. 61
