MAS Performance Podcast
Fitness professionals are often misunderstood—portrayed as intimidating, loud, and unapproachable. Growing up, I believed strength coaches were just tough, no-nonsense figures who yelled people into shape.
But my journey through the world of Strength and Conditioning has shown me something completely different. The best coaches I’ve met are passionate, empathetic, and dedicated to helping others become their strongest selves—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
This podcast started as a platform to spotlight those coaches—the amazing individuals in the fitness world who are changing lives through movement, mentorship, and mindset.
But MAS Performance has evolved.
Now, we’re opening the mic to a wider range of high performers: leaders in sports, science, business, education, and beyond. Because performance isn’t limited to the gym—it’s in every conversation, every career, and every pursuit of growth.
Whether you’re a coach, an athlete, a curious thinker, or someone chasing excellence in your own lane, this podcast is for you.
Expect real conversations, practical insights, and stories that challenge stereotypes and celebrate what’s possible when passion meets purpose.
Episodes
31 episodes
Pavel Macek StrongFirst Certified Master Instructor
Pavel Macek, StrongFirst Certified Master Instructor, founder and chief instructor KB5 Gym, is a pioneer of kettlebells in Czechia, Central Europe. He began training Chinese combatives in the Hung Kyun style in 1991, studying in the USA, Hong K...
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Italian Volume Training-Coach Fabio Zonin
In this episode, we dive into Italian Volume Training (IVT) as outlined by StrongFirst, exploring how it compares to traditional German Volume Training. We break down the structure, purpose, and unique progression model of IVT. Plus...
Brett Jones-Iron Cardio Vol.2
In this episode, I sit down once again with Brett Jones, longtime Director of Education for StrongFirst and one of the most respected voices in kettlebell training. We dive into Iron Cardio Volume 2, the long-anticip...
WOD Science-Why Isn't HYROX studied more?
In this episode, I sit down with Coach Gommar from WOD Science—an expert in sports science and performance testing for functional fitness athletes. We explore the future of HYROX, including where the sport is heading over the next f...
Kenny Kallen
Great episode with one of my best friends Kenny Kallen, Monarch WeHo Head Strength Coach. Tackle a diverse amount of topics in the health and wellness space as well as our love for kettlebells.
Dr.Davide Ippolito, Coach Mauro Franzetti and Coach Fabio Zonin
Excited about this episode! We cover the topic of body recomposition and novel strength training methods for soccer players. https://www.strongfirst.com/a-strength-plan-for-professional-soccer-players/
Coach Kenneth Bolyard Strongfirst
A native of West Virginia and a military veteran who served eight years in the U.S. Army, Kenneth Bolyard is a StrongFirst Certified Elite Instructor located in Darmstadt, Germany where he owns and operates Mountaineer Athletics. Kenneth is an ...
Coach Arjan Dougan-Director of Sports Performance
https://www.instagram.com/arjandougan/ ardougan@fullerton.eduArjan Dougan returns home to Cal State Fullerton as the Director of Sports Performance.Dougan leads a team of ...
Daniel Guzman LAFC Strength Coach
So stoked about this episode! got to chat with head LAFC Strength Coach. Talked about his experience as a Coach at EXOS, LA Galaxy, the National Team and now LAFC!
Armen Hammer TV
Got to sit down with one of the youtube GOATS!! Such a down to earth person. Learned so much from our one hour conversation
Kara Winger
Chatted it up with Kara Winger 3x Olympian who competes in the Javelin throw -Pan American Gold 2019 Lime and Silver Toronto 2015 -8 times Gold in US Championships -American Record Holder in the Javelin Throw with...
Hunter McIntyre
Got to sit down and talk to Hunter McIntyre, super cool dude with a lot of accomplishments in the OCR world.• HYROX World Record Holder• 6x OCR World Champion• 4x OCR National Champion• Undefeated Broken Skull Ra...
Alwyn Cosgrove
Got to chat with Alwyn Cosgrove-Owner of Results Fitness in Santa Clarita California-Mentor -Author -International Speaker
Josh Henkin
Got to chat with Josh Henkin! -International Speaker -Creator of DVRT Fitness Ultimate Sandbag -CEO of DVRT Fitness
Heber Cannon
Sat down with Heber Cannon! One of the Butter Bros and producer of various crossfit documentaries. Shared his experiences of what it takes to be part of the fitness world behind the lense.