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The Strong and Kind Podcast

The Strong and Kind Podcast

By: David Hagerty
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Interviews, stories, and strong and kind takes on fitness and health.

David Hagertty 2024
Exercise & Fitness Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Development Personal Success
Episodes
  • Navigating Uncertainty in Injury Recovery
    Dec 18 2025

    In this conversation, David Hagerty and Coach Kate Sneddon explore the complexities of recovery from injuries, particularly ACL injuries, and the emotional challenges that accompany them. They discuss the importance of control, adaptability, and the role of coaching in navigating the recovery process. The conversation emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to training and recovery, acknowledging the emotional aspects of injury and the importance of finding joy in the journey.

    Follow Kate:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heliosaclproject/

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heliosaclproject

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

    Chapters

    00:00 Navigating Control and Recovery

    09:11 The Paradox of Control in Injury Recovery

    18:03 The Role of Coaching in Rehabilitation

    23:42 Understanding Symptoms and the Healing Process

    25:10 The Pressure of Perpetual Happiness

    27:45 Navigating Identity Through Injury

    30:25 The Emotional Journey of Recovery

    33:37 Finding Balance in Coaching and Recovery

    36:28 The Power of Self-Reflection

    40:43 Managing Expectations in Recovery

    44:38 Embracing the Journey of Healing

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    51 mins
  • The Process Is The Good Part with Beefcake Sensei
    Dec 4 2025

    Summary

    In this engaging conversation, David Hagerty speaks with Jonathan Sievely, also known as Beefcake Sensei, about the intersection of strength training, mental health, and the philosophy of lifting. They explore the journey of content creation, the importance of enjoyment in fitness, and the realities of life and death. Jonathan shares his experiences as a coach and therapist, emphasizing the need for physical movement in mental well-being and the significance of focusing on the process rather than the outcome in training. The discussion highlights the value of community, personal growth, and the pursuit of meaning in life and fitness.

    Follow John:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beefcake_sensei/

    Follow Dave:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Beefcake Sensei

    02:54 The Journey of Content Creation

    06:09 The Role of Lifting in Life

    12:04 Finding Balance in Training and Life

    15:02 The Intersection of Mental Health and Physical Fitness

    24:08 Embracing Mortality and Living Fully

    27:08 Legacy Over Longevity

    28:08 Reflections on Life's Meaning

    29:34 The Pursuit of Strength

    30:44 The Process is Key

    32:39 Challenging Scientific Norms

    33:38 Embracing the Journey

    35:18 Rediscovering Curiosity

    36:56 Training as Play

    38:10 Long-Term Commitment to Growth

    40:32 The Value of Consistency

    43:37 Genetics and Personal Potential

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    46 mins
  • Self Compassion and Muscle Building with Luke Tulloch
    Nov 20 2025

    In this episode of the Strong Kind Podcast, David Hagerty speaks with Luke Tulloch, a strength and conditioning coach, about his journey from Australia to Sweden during the pandemic, the challenges of online coaching, and the importance of focusing on training principles. They discuss the psychological aspects of training, the role of compassion in coaching, and how societal expectations affect perceptions of aging and performance. The conversation emphasizes the need for clarity in goals, the significance of stress management, and the value of enjoying the training process.

    Follow Luke:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_luketulloch/

    Follow Dave:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dave.strengthandkindness/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dave.strengthandkindness

    Chapters

    00:00 Journey to Sweden: A Pandemic Story

    02:38 Cultural Contrasts: Australia vs. Sweden

    05:43 Navigating Parenthood and Information Overload

    08:47 The Importance of Focus in Training

    11:34 Periodization and Specialization in Fitness

    14:42 Clarifying Goals: The Values of Training

    17:45 The Psychological Aspects of Training

    20:48 From Rugby to Personal Training: A Career Path

    23:50 Aging and Fitness: Embracing Change

    24:15 Reconnecting with Physical Activity

    30:06 Understanding Stress and Its Impact

    36:24 Compassion and Self-Care

    42:14 The Role of Belief in Performance

    45:29 Practical Tips for Training Success

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    50 mins
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