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The Find Your STRONG Podcast

Learn and be your best and strongest self with Elite Body Transformation Coach and President of STRONG Fitness Magazine Jennifer Van Barneveld-Pe (aka Coach JVB). Each week Jenny will give you an inspirational guest, a story or a “pep-talk” of how to build stronger bodies, stronger minds, and stronger relationships. Since becoming a personal trainer almost twenty years ago, Jenny has overcome an eating disorder, job loss, financial desperation, entrepreneurial growing pains and multiple miscarriages. Experiences that have profoundly shaped her and her path to success. Before confidently settling into her role as a sought-after business leader/mom of two, Jenny found her strength through struggle. In the process, she’s inspired countless women to do the same this led Jenny to develop her unparalleled Team Strong Girls online coaching programs a decade ago. She has since helped thousands of women across the world find their STRONG and be the very best versions of themselves never looking back. Tune in for inspiration, motivation and some nerdy fitness talk so you can get out of a funk and be the strong and confident woman you are. Oh and please make sure you to share the episode that speaks to you and leave us a review!
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63 - Goal-setting pep-talk to spark epic fitness growth

This is a short and sweet 1-1 pep-talk with Jenny for women who are already taking care of themselves with healthy habits in place but constantly think, “what’s next for me?”. Jenny talks about why goal setting is the best approach for your growth. Being in the publishing industry, Jenny receives many requests from coaches and fitness influencers to be featured in the Strong Fitness Magazine. In this episode, you’ll get the inside scoop on the #1 mistake she sees: “It’s not about you, it’s alway...

Feb 24, 202221 min

62 - From Craigslist Personal Trainer to Pancake Recipe of Success

Today Coach JVB speaks with Ashely Drummonds all about entrepreneurship and the fusion between fitness and business. Ashley is the founder and CEO of the brand ABS which is a High Protein, Low Carb Pancake & Waffle Mix. She landed a deal on ABC’s hit show Shark Tank with Daymon John in 2016 and now runs a successful, well-known product business. You’ll get an honest insight into the lows of entrepreneurship that nobody talks about. And you’ll learn how to use fitness and lifting weights to g...

Feb 17, 202238 min

61 - Ignite Your dream Into a Business Reality

Entrepreneurship is a journey that can feel scary and lonely. But it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, Jenny chats with Kena Paranjape, founder of All You are, a women’s style brand. Her life and business are a testament to the endless possibilities entrepreneurs have. Listen to her path on how she went from an experiential idea to building a purposeful business. And how you can do it too. As a bonus, Kena is offering 20% off on the site available Feb 10th to March 17th using the code STRONG2...

Feb 10, 202241 min

60 - Fighting Against all Odds to the Top with Jacqueline Kasen

You have a lean body physique and a great personality. But how will you get seen by future clients and land dream sponsorships? Coach and master trainer Jacqueline Kasen, shares her fitness journey where she learns very early to fight for her passion. Today she is taking on a MASSIVE climbing goal. We get to hear first on her training regimen as she sets to climb to her next peak with everything against her! In this episode, Jacqueline gives us the inside scoop on her scroll-stopping videos. In ...

Feb 03, 202238 min

59 - Working out is NOT the same as training and I'll tell you why

Coach Jenny comes in strong to get you out of that hamster wheel of working out HARD and having the frustration of not seeing results you are reaching for. There is a big difference between working out and training. Coach Jenny walks us through the example of how and why Dr. Stephanie Estima was able to crush her goal with a specific training process. AND she closes off to reveal who she’s training next and who’s her own coach! Can you guess who that is? Save $100 off Your MAXPRO Fitness here Fr...

Jan 27, 202216 min

58 - Moving Forward After Trauma: How YouTube Star and Fitness Trainer, Sydney Cummings Turned her heartbreak into a world wide mission making fitness accessible for everyone

Sydney Cummings is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist based in Charlotte, NC. She is a graduate of West Virginia University where she was a national championship qualifying high jumper on the Women's Track and Field team. Sydney is the owner and founder of Royal Change, a fitness media company alongside her fiance Dustin Houdyshell. Royal Change has grown into a fitness brand that has successfully provided over 115 million free workouts to people from all over the...

Jan 20, 202245 min

57 - Life-changing Hack - Space and Grace

In this episode, we catch up with Coach Jenny for our first pep-talk of the New Year, and hear all about how it’s OK to give yourself space and grace when there is extra stress and pressure in your daily routine. With the current COVID circumstances we continue to face challenges and upheaval, and Jenny reminds us that it’s OK to to disconnect, it’s OK to take the time to nourish your soul and it’s OK to listen to your body and give yourself the time and TLC you need to stay healthy and focused....

Jan 13, 202217 min

56 - Taking your fitness dreams to the next level with Terry Frendo

Free guide for fitness coaches If you are interested in a Body Transformation, please use this link and fill out the Questionnaire If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox. STRONG Fitness Magazine Subscription Use discount code STRONGGIRL Resources STRONG Fitness Magazine STRONG Fitness Magazine on IG Team Strong Girls Coach JVB Follow Jenny on social media Instagram Facebook YouTube DISCLAIMER: T...

Dec 23, 202155 min

55 - Ways To Get Over Tough Times

When your plans get derailed, and your routine gets disrupted, how do you cope? In this episode, Coach Jenny shares with us her practices and methods for pushing through when times get tough. She dives into how she is able to turn negative emotions into motivation, how to let go of “mom guilt”, and how to shift your mindset to honour where you’re at and best approach trying times with positivity and focus. Struggling with Life Balance? I share more insight on this in my blog HERE - check it out!...

Dec 16, 202115 min

54 - Unstoppable Success with Niyc Pidgeon

Niyc Pidgeon is a founder of the multi million dollar coaching brand Unstoppable SuccessⓇ and Creator of the Positive Psychology Coach Academy CertificationⓇ. She is an acclaimed international speaker, award winning Positive Psychologist MSc, triple certified high performance & success coach, and a best selling Hay House author. In this episode, Jenny and Niyc chat about how her books, her methods, her focus and her approach guide entrepreneurs and business leaders to success. Niyc shares he...

Dec 09, 202135 min

53 - How to stop the overwhelm

With the holidays approaching, we can all start to feel stretched too thin and overwhelmed this time of year. Whether it’s work projects, kids or family matters, holiday planning or personal goals getting derailed, the holiday season has a way of wreaking havoc on our schedules and our stress levels. In this episode, Coach Jenny chats about how we can evaluate our priority load, identify the significant source of our overwhelm, and create actionable plans to accomplish our tasks to stay focused ...

Dec 02, 202119 min

52 - The ABC Formula For Building A Perfect Balance and Lean Physique

Jenny dives into the science and mechanics of exactly how she has been able to successfully transform thousands of everyday women into fitness model shape by telling us all about her ABC Formula for training like an athlete. Coach Jenny is against caloric deficits and over restricting dieting, and all for achieving tremendous body composition without deprivation or drastic measures. She discusses how her coaching formula helps to improve body awareness and balance, and how her non-scale focused ...

Nov 25, 202121 min

51 - If You're Not Messing Up, You're Not Growing with Brad Woodgate (CEO No Sugar Company)

In this episode Jenny talks to former employer and self-made serial entrepreneur Brad Woodgate about his achievements, his lessons, his setbacks and his accomplishments in the dietary supplement space. Brad shares his story of how it all started, and recounts the amount of doors that closed in his face before he finally found success. We hear how an idea to suit his own path to living a healthier lifestyle turned into an innovative and inspiring business concept that has helped thousands of peop...

Nov 18, 202134 min

50 - Strength Comes Through Struggle with Vince Pe

A very special guest joins Jenny on her 50th episode! Jenny chats with her husband and fellow visionary Vince Pe, to share with everyone their story of what came before running multiple successful businesses together. They talk about what brought them together, what pushed them apart, how they overcame their rut and how they built their fitness empire! Jenny and Vince open up and offer us insight into the incredible amount of dedication, focus, ambition and hard work that goes into building a dr...

Nov 11, 202147 min

49 - Mind Over Body with Jill Bunny

In this episode coach Jenny talks to cognitive behaviour clinician Jill Bunny. Jill tells us the story of how heartbreak inspired her to become a competitive fitness athlete, and what led to her stepping off the stage after years of winning titles. She shares with us how her MS diagnosis and subsequent cancer diagnosis caused her to pivot her career goals and discover how cognitive behavioural therapy changed her entire coaching practice. If you are interested in a Body Transformation, please us...

Nov 04, 202140 min

48 - 3 Motivation Hacks

When it comes to waning or a lack of motivation, it can be all too common for us to let our momentum slip. In this episode, Coach Jenny shares with us 3 simple and easy to implement hacks and action steps for when motivation and drive are in short supply. We all know that life can get in the way sometimes, but when you take the time to give yourself the tools you need to succeed, goal crushing a task completion is totally attainable, no matter what! If you are interested in a Body Transformation...

Oct 28, 202114 min

47 - 3 Ways to Practice Gratitude That Will Change Your Life for The Better

In this episode Coach Jenny talks to us about how everyone can benefit from practicing gratitude, and what you’ll notice when you focus on feeling grateful. Jenny shares with us 3 easy to implement steps on how to include active gratitude in our daily routines that will enhance your mental, physical, spiritual and emotional well-being overall. If you are interested in a Body Transformation, please use this link and fill out the Questionnaire If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a f...

Oct 21, 202115 min

46 - How to Set Boundaries Like a Boss

This episode is all about honouring the boundaries of yourself and others, and how doing so can help you take charge of your life. Coach Jenny explains how the importance of advocating for yourself can improve your self-esteem, protect your relationships, gain independence, assert your space with others, and conserve your mental energy. Prioritizing your needs is the ultimate self care! Jenny tells us how we can set, keep and value our boundaries and how to feel empowered in doing so. If you are...

Oct 14, 202117 min

45 - How to Increase your Happiness with Dr. Gillian Mandich

In this episode Coach Jenny chats with Happiness Researcher and Speaker Dr. Gillian Mandich about the myths, truths, and science behind happiness. Dr. Gillian shares how she evolved her health sciences studies to focus on applying scientific principles to emotions and mental health. We hear about the genetic and environmental influences on our state of happiness, and how our own thoughts, actions and behaviours can impact this the most. Jenny and Dr. Gillian discuss how to elevate and sustain ha...

Oct 07, 202139 min

44 - Preventing Thyroid Illness with Ebony Williams

In this episode Coach Jenny talks to thyroid disease advocate and fellow Strong Girl Ebony Williams, who has been featured previously in Strong Fitness Magazine and is a wellness specialist. Ebony takes us through her personal story of how she moved from studying neuroscience to including an exercise degree in her studies after her journey with thyroid disease. Jenny and Ebony talk about the importance of really listening to your body and being an advocate for your wellness, the necessity of pro...

Sep 30, 202147 min

43 - Redefining Strength with Katrina Scott

In this episode Jenny talks to health and wellness expert Katrina Scott, who happens to be the cover model of the most recent issue of Strong Fitness Magazine! Katrina shares her unique story of how a family trip to the racetrack at age 10 led to her beginning her own personal fitness journey. After being bullied and body shamed at a young age she started to learn young that you need to participate in your own dreams and have the courage to do what you believe is right for yourself. Katrina open...

Sep 23, 202140 min

42 - Be Happy Where You Are

In this episode, Jenny shares some insight about how unplugging while on vacation with her family inspired her to reset and feel rejuvenated. We’re reminded about the importance of “turning off” and how downtime, even if brief and local, can actually motivate you and empower you to work hard and keep your focus on what’s next. Jenny also discusses the need to stop chasing greener grass and how crucial it is to live in the moment. Jenny talks about how “There is no way to happiness; Happiness IS ...

Sep 16, 202114 min

41 - How Rebecca Madeline Went From an Exhausted Mom of 4 to a Published Fitness Model

In this episode Coach Jenny talks to current Strong Girl and Holistic Health professional Rebecca Madeline. Rebecca discusses how having 4 children in a 6 year span took a toll on her physical and mental well being, and how diving into the Strong Girls lifestyle 4 years ago helped to transform her mind, body and spirit. Jenny and Rebecca chat about how to prioritize self care and how that can create a ripple effect into all aspects of your life. We get an insider’s perspective on how the SG plat...

Sep 09, 202140 min

40 - 4 Ways to Make a Fresh Start in September

In this episode Coach Jenny talks to us about how we can approach this September with a heightened commitment for change. When summer ends we all feel that pull to get back on track and create the structure we need to reset our goals. Jenny offers us 4 ways to use that exciting energy of new beginnings to our benefit! There’s no need to wait until January 1st to start fresh and establish our plan for personal growth and success - We can get back on track sooner and with a focused mindset on our ...

Sep 02, 202121 min

39 - What it means to be a STRONG Girl

Coach Jenny talks about her mission and history of STRONG girls. Jenny was involved with helping others with their fitness journey for a long time, but it wasn’t always what it seemed. Behind closed doors, Jenny wasn’t following her own advice. About 10 years ago, she suffered from an eating disorder. During this time, she would always pick herself a part about how she looked and how much she weighed. She encountered a reset point in her life, when she realized she was preaching something she wa...

Aug 19, 202120 min

38 - Aging Fiercely With Jodi Harrison Bauer

Jodi is a 60 year old lady, who looks and acts nothing like the “typical” 60 year old woman. In this episode, Jodi breaks down how she has kept her healthy lifestyle to this day. You are never too old to do something. You may be scared of aging, but it is just a number as they say. Break those barriers and stigma! It all started at a young age, she learned that discipline, practice, posture and confidence had such a huge role. She was always athletic and ambitious, but didn’t compete for her fit...

Aug 12, 202147 min

37 - Talking Thyroid Health with Angel Scott

In this episode Coach Jenny talks with the personal trainer and nutritionist, Angel Scott. Angel Scott has been diagnosed with hyper-thyroidism at the age of 40. Herself being in the health field, she was shocked because she really takes care of herself. When Angel was diagnosed, she experienced the feeling of loneliness. From then on, she started a community for those going through the same thing, so no one has to feel alone. They open up the conversation on the process of getting your thyroid ...

Aug 05, 202146 min

36 - Finding Strength After Back to Back Miscarriages

In this episode Coach Jenny shares her personal story of how she experienced two very disheartening miscarriages before having her second son. With the upcoming Fall issue of STRONG being all about hormones, Jenny tells us about how she discovered why her pregnancies were failing and what she did to boost her body’s systems to produce the successful results that led to her being able to carry to term. We learn that not only do we impact our internal wellness by what we ingest, but also what we u...

Jul 29, 202126 min

35 - The Fitness Coaches Blueprint to Get Your Clients Looking Like Fitness Models

Jenny has shown us that stunning results are possible for every committed client, and in this episode we get to hear how and why! Jenny tells us the steps to achieving a full body transformation, and offers fitness coaches a FREE guide that reviews her essential tips on how to get the most out of your client’s progress . Learn how to avoid unsustainable training programs, how to inspire your clients to share their journey, and what it really takes to become a fitness model! Free guide for fitnes...

Jul 22, 202119 min

34 - Risking Forward and Embracing Change

In this episode Coach Jenny reveals some exciting inside scoop on a new adventure her family is embarking on, and the challenge she’s facing personally with exploring the change to come. Jenny discusses the importance of taking chances and seeing obstacles as opportunities, rather than letting fear prevent you from going all in. Jenny opens up about what’s led her to making this big, life altering decision and how she is stepping out of her comfort zone to implement positive change for her famil...

Jul 15, 202115 min
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