Strong By Design Podcast
We believe that you are STRONG BY DESIGN. We believe you were made in God’s image to have a strong body, mind and spirit. The Strong by Design podcast is the #1 resource for strength, health, and fitness solutions in the world. Tune in for expert interviews, fitness tips, nutrition advice, free workout sheets, supplement giveaways all while being encouraged, inspired and entertained. Brought to you by Critical Bench who reaches over 30 million fans per month between our email newsletter, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook. If you're interested in being a guest on the show or doing a collaboration please send an email to strongbydesignpodcast@gmail.comNew Episodes go LIVE every week on Wednesday and sometimes bonus releases on Saturday. So let’s get ready to unlock your potential and transform your life!
Episodes
458 episodes
Ep 430 Can you be 'Good' without God?
What does it really mean to be a “good person” … and who gets to define that?In this thought-provoking episode of the Strong By Design Podcast, Coach Chris Wilson sits down with friend and co-host Pastor Jared Haley to tackle on...
Ep 429 Why Your Core Looks “Soft” After 35 (And Why Women Are Turning to Pilates Burn) ft. Jenn & Lindsay
What if you could strengthen your body, improve flexibility, and burn fat without beating up your joints or spending hours in the gym?In this episode of the Strong by Design Podcast, Coach Chris Wilson sits down with Pilates &am...
Ep 428 The Inflammation Triangle: Gut Brain and Muscle After 40 ft Lee Hayward [Part 2]
In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Coach Chris Wilson and bodybuilding expert Lee Hayward shift from awareness to action — breaking down exactly what men over 40 need to do to rebuild strength, energy, and momentum in their lives.<...
Ep 427 The Inflammation Triangle: Gut Brain and Muscle After 40 ft Lee Hayward [Part 1]
What if the reason your body isn’t responding the way it used to… has nothing to do with age?In Part 1 of this powerful two-part conversation, Coach Chris Wilson sits down with longtime friend and respected bodybuilding coach Lee Hayward...
Ep 426 Creatine for the Brain: Separating Fact from Fiction ft. Dr. Boz [Part 2]
Are you feeling off, low on energy, or not performing at your best—but can’t quite explain why?In Part 2 of this 2-part series, Coach Chris Wilson and Dr. Annette “Dr. Boz” Bosworth shift from theory to real-world application, exploring ...
Ep 425 Creatine for the Brain: Separating Fact from Fiction ft. Dr. Boz [Part 1]
Is your body already producing creatine… and could you still be running low where it matters most—your brain?In Part 1 of this 2-part series, Coach Chris Wilson sits down with Dr. Annette “Dr. Boz” Bosworth to challenge everything you th...
Ep 424 Why Do I Keep Doing What I Hate?
Have you ever known exactly what you should do… and still done the opposite? In Romans 7:15–20, the Apostle Paul describes one of the most relatable struggles in the entire Bible: “For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate ...
Ep 423 More Than Muscles: How Strength Training Builds Resilience and Identity ft. Alena Alsruhe
What if strength training was about more than building muscle?In this powerful conversation, Coach Chris sits down with licensed professional counselor, EMDR-certified therapist, and strength coach Alena Alsruhe to explore how physical s...
Ep 422 Food Pyramid Scandal - the 'Worst Crime' ever committed in the US? ft. William Grazione [PART 2]
In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Coach Chris Wilson is back with nutrition and weight-loss expert William Grazione (The Educated Dieter) to dig even deeper into the real reasons people struggle with fat loss, cravings, and...
Ep 421 Food Pyramid Scandal - the 'Worst Crime' ever committed in the US? ft. William Grazione [PART 1]
Did the original Food Pyramid quietly help create America’s modern health crisis?In this eye-opening episode of the Strong by Design Podcast, Coach Chris Wilson sits down with nutrition and weight-loss expert William Grazione (The Educat...
Ep 420 The Biggest Loser 'Fit for TV' REACTION
What really happened behind the scenes of The Biggest Loser—and what did it cost the contestants?In this episode of the Strong by Design Podcast, Coach Chris Wilson is joined by fitness industry veteran Mike Westerdal a...
Ep 419 Peptides, GLPs & Fat Loss ft. Dr Ron Eccles
Losing weight after 40 can backfire if it’s done the wrong way—and in this episode of the Strong By Design Podcast, we uncover why that matters more than ever. Coach Chris Wilson sits down with Dr. Ron Eccles to explore the growing rol...
Ep 418 I Can Do ALL Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me (Christmas Special)
In this special Christmas episode, Coach Chris Wilson and Jared Haley reflect on the deeper meaning of the season through the lens of Philippians 4:4–13. While many know verse 4:13 by heart, this conversation slows down to ex...
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Ep 417 - Is “Pickleball Shoulder” the New Tennis Elbow? ft. Coach Zach Zenios & Andy Tzinberg
In this special episode of the Strong by Design Podcast, host Coach Chris Wilson sits down with Coach Zach Zenios, creator of Ageless Shoulders, and Coach Andy Tzinberg, a seasoned pickleball instructor, for...
Ep 416 Are you a GIVER or a TAKER? [Thanksgiving Special]
In this special Thanksgiving episode, Coach Chris Wilson dives into the timeless ideas from Adam Grant’s bestselling book Give and Take — exploring how gratitude, generosity, and giving back can transform not just your relationships, b...
Ep 415 Elite Athlete Secrets: Recovery, Longevity & Concussion Rehab ft. Ben Velazquez
Today on Strong By Design, we’re joined by Ben Velazquez, an award-winning strength and conditioning coach and one of the nation’s top experts in concussion recovery and corrective movement. As the founder of Grey Matters Sports Gro...
Ep 414 Are We Living in the End Times? ft. Mike Westerdal & Jared Haley
When you look at what’s happening in the world today—wars, division, moral confusion—it’s hard not to wonder: Are we in the end times? In this compelling and timely episode, hosts Jared Haley and Mike Westerdal dive into th...
Ep 413 The Comeback King: Preston Ely on Purpose Beyond Possessions [Part 2]
In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Coach Chris Wilson continues his heartfelt discussion with Preston Ely, founder of Comeback Kings, diving even deeper into what it means to live a life of true purpose and faith.
Ep 412 The Comeback King: Preston Ely on Purpose Beyond Possessions [Part 1]
In this powerful episode of Strong By Design, Coach Chris Wilson sits down with Preston Ely, founder of Comeback Kings, to talk about the journey every man faces between worldly success and spiritual surrender.
Ep 411 The 411 on Men’s Strength & Health ft. Coach Chris Wilson
If you’re a man who wants to stay strong, lean, and full of vitality as the years stack up, this episode is for you.Back in the day, 411 was the number you dialed to get the info you needed fast. In this special Episode 411, Coach...
Rest in Peace Charlie Kirk [Special Bonus Edition]
In this special episode of the Strong By Design Podcast, we come together not only as co-workers but as brothers in Christ, as husbands, and as fathers. We reflect on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk — a man whose voice and conviction...
Ep 410 Hearing God’s Voice: Learning to Listen and Follow ft. Jared Haley
In this episode of the Strong by Design Podcast, host Jared Haley explores how we can truly hear and recognize God’s voice in our lives. Jesus said in John 10:27, “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they foll...
Ep 409 How to Fix Insulin Resistance and Take Control of Your Blood Sugar ft. Dr Boz (Annette Bosworth, MD)
Most people don’t realize it, but one of the simplest ways to understand your overall health is by tracking your blood sugar. In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Boz, Annette Bosworth, MD and I dive into why blood glucose monitoring—and espec...
Ep 408 Ageless Shoulders: Restoring Strength & Stability the Ancient Way ft. Zach Zenios
In this episode of the Strong By Design podcast, Coach Chris Wilson sits down with Coach Zach Zenios—licensed neurosomatic therapist, yoga instructor, US Marine and lifelong movement coach—to talk all things shoulder health, healing, a...
Ep 407 Never Feeling 'Good Enough' ft. Chris Wilson
Why do so many of us — even the most accomplished, grateful, and faith-filled — still wrestle with feeling like we’re not enough?In this deeply personal solo episode, Coach Chris Wilson opens up about the quiet struggle of inadequacy — h...
