#373 Alfred Jong

More technology. More data. But does that mean better coaching?This week, experienced strength & conditioning coach Joe Kenn returned to Strength Chat to discuss what really matters when it comes to developing athletes.With decades of experience, Joe shares his perspective on what he believes works, what doesn't, and how coaching has evolved.We discuss:📊 Proven training methods vs modern technology🧠 Using data without forgetting the athlete in front of you💪 Why doing more isn't always a bad thingWhether you're an experienced coach or just starting out, this episode will challenge how you think about coaching, training and performance.🎧 Press play and follow Strength Chat for more conversations with leading coaches and athletes.Connect:Joe — @bighousepowerSteven — @coach_cuthbertPodcast — @strength_chat 

This week I chatted with Brandon Gallagher, a 2x World Trainer of the Year nominee and trainer of UFC champions.From coaching everyday gym goers to elite level athletes, Brandon has built his career around maintaining high coaching standards and continuously developing his craft.In this episode, we chatted about:🏆 What defines a high standard of coaching🧠 How coaches can develop their skills and improve their craft📈 The importance of continuing to learn, regardless of experienceThis was a great chat about raising your standards, improving your coaching and delivering a better experience for the people you work with.🎧 Listen now and follow Strength Chat on Spotify so you don't miss future episodes.Connect:Brandon → @bgperform_Steven → @coach_cuthbertPodcast → @strength_chat

This week I welcomed back to Strength Chat Alfred Jong, Co-Founder and Head of Programming & Coaching at Reformance.Coaching cues are one of the most commonly used tools in strength training. But how often do we stop to consider whether the person we're coaching actually understands what we're asking?In this episode, we chatted about:🗣️ What coaching cues are and how to use them effectively🤔 Why lifters sometimes misinterpret cues and what coaches can do differently🎯 When to use general cues versus individualising your approachThis was a great chat about improving communication, simplifying coaching and helping lifters move and perform better.🎧 Listen now and follow Strength Chat on Spotify so you don't miss future episodes.Follow:Alfred → @alfred.reformanceReformance → @reformancetrainingSteven → @coach_cuthbertPodcast → @strength_chat

This week I was joined by Daniel Persson, coach, businessman, husband and dad.After leaving a career in finance to pursue coaching, Daniel has developed an approach built around mindset, identity and getting the best out of the people he works with.In this episode, we chatted about:🧠 The 3 shifts Daniel made that changed his approach to coaching⚖️ Finding his identity while navigating coaching, business and family life🏆 The difference between playing to win and simply trying not to loseThis was a great conversation about challenging your thinking, developing as a coach and making decisions that move you towards the results you want.🎧 Listen now and follow Strength Chat on Spotify so you don't miss future episodes.Connect:Daniel → @danielcaperssonSteven → @coach_cuthbertPodcast → @strength_chat

This week I chatted with Woody Horler, Personal Trainer at JPS Health & Fitness.With similar backgrounds in university education, coaching in the UK and abroad, and completing the JPS Mentorship, Woody and I explore what it really takes to become a better coach.Because having knowledge is one thing. Knowing how to apply it to the person standing in front of you is another.We chatted about:🎓 Balancing education with real-world coaching experience🚧 The challenges Woody has faced throughout his career and how he's overcome them💪 How his coaching philosophy and approach have evolved through experienceWhether you're starting your coaching career or have years of experience, this conversation offers practical insights into turning knowledge into better coaching.🎧 Listen now and follow Strength Chat on Spotify so you never miss an episode.Connect:Woody → @woody_horlerSteven → @coach_cuthbertPodcast → @strength_chat🎓 Want to improve your coaching?Explore the courses and mentorship opportunities available through JPS Education.Use code CUTHBERT20 through the link below:https://jpseducation.mykajabi.com/offers/ab2q2QSo/checkout?coupon_code=CUTHBERT20

This week I was joined by Kandace Hudspeth, Chief Marketing Officer for OPEX Fitness and CoachRX.Marketing your coaching business can quickly become overwhelming.Should you post more? Follow trends? Chase followers? Or ignore all of that and focus elsewhere?Kandace brings years of experience in fitness marketing to cut through the noise and focus on what actually helps coaches build successful businesses.We chatted about:📈 The difference between building a business and building a following❌ Common marketing mistakes coaches make, and how to fix them🎯 Growing your business while staying true to your valuesIf you’re a coach or PT who wants to improve your marketing without getting caught up chasing likes and followers, this episode is for you.🎧 Listen now and follow Strength Chat on Spotify for future episodes.Connect:Kandace → @kandacehuspeth Marketing for Fitness Coaches → @marketingforfitnesscoachesSteven → @coach_cuthbert Podcast → @strength_chat

This week I welcomed back returning guest, and now Ironman, Nicola Buchan.The last time Nicola was on the podcast, we spoke about helping people step outside their comfort zone in the gym.Since then, she’s taken that philosophy a LOT further and completed an Ironman.In this episode, we chatted about:🧠 The mindset behind deciding to take on an Ironman⚖️ How Nicola balanced her life, business & training🏁 What it felt like to achieve something people told her she couldn't doThis was a great conversation about pushing your limits, backing yourself, and discovering what you're capable of.🎧 Listen now and follow Strength Chat on Spotify so you don't miss future episodes.Connect:Nicola → @_nicolabuchanSteven → @coach_cuthbertPodcast → @strength_chat

This week I chatted with the current Natural Strongman European Champion and 4x Armed Forces Strongest Man, Rhys Calland.Since entering strongman, Rhys has progressed all the way to competing against some of the best athletes in the world, all while balancing training and competition with a full time military career.In this episode, we chatted about:🏆 Rhys’ progression through strongman🪖 Balancing military life with being a competitive athlete🧠 His approach to training, competition & nutritionThis was a great insight into the work, discipline and mindset behind becoming a champion.🎧 Listen now and follow Strength Chat on Spotify so you don’t miss future episodes.Connect:Rhys → @rhyscallandSteven → @coach_cuthbertPodcast → @strength_chat

This week I chatted with former US national discus champion and 2024 weightlifting Olympian Mary Theisen-Lappen.Strength training had always been part of Mary’s life as an elite athlete, but what happens when lifting weights goes from supporting your sport to becoming the sport you're competing in?In this episode, Mary shares her story about transitioning from track & field to weightlifting and the journey that eventually took her to the Olympic platform.We chatted about:🏋️ Her transition from discus to weightlifting📈 The biggest challenges and successes along the way🧠 How her mindset towards training and competing has evolvedWhether you’re into weightlifting or strength sports in general, there’s plenty to take away from this conversation.🎧 Listen now and follow Strength Chat on Spotify so you don’t miss future episodes.Connect:Mary → @marytheisenlappenSteven → @coach_cuthbertPodcast → @strength_chat

This week I chatted with Paris 2024 Olympic Bronze medallist and clean & jerk world record holder, Hampton Morris.Hampton has already achieved an incredible amount in weightlifting, so it was great to get a behind-the-scenes look at what life is actually like as a full-time athlete competing at the highest level.In this episode, we chatted about:🏋️ How Hampton trains and how his approach has changed over time🧠 How he handles pressure, expectations and record-breaking performances🥉 What it feels like to represent your country and become an OlympianThis was a great conversation about training, mindset and what it takes to perform on the biggest stage in weightlifting.🎧 Listen now and follow Strength Chat on Spotify so you don’t miss future episodes.Connect:Hampton → @hamptonmorrisSteven → @coach_cuthbertPodcast → @strength_chat