Fitness Nomads Podcast

FITNESS NOMADS PODCAST was created from a desire to help those lost in the fitness wilderness find a path. Born out of necessity, The Fitness Nomads Podcast is a unique weekly discussion centered on honest conversations from real people with real struggles. Physical fitness, food, supplements, kids, marriage, mental fitness and everything in between are all fair game! Our co-hosts range from dedicated first-responders to badass stay-at-home parents, all of whom have struggled in this journey and found some answers along the way! We hope you enjoy this filter-free, unedited, direct conversation!

Season 2 Episode 6: Julia Lawson and Troy Harvey 10/11/2021

Season 2 Episode 6: Julia Lawson and Troy Harvey Season 2 Episode 6 features Julia Lawson, author of , and her friend and trainer Troy Harvey. Julia was 39 and a mother of two when her beloved husband Peter died of brain cancer. In less than 6-months she went from happily married to the love of her life with two adorable littles, to widowed, still having to work full-time, tackling a massive amount of medical bills and trying to keep herself together in the midst of the disaster. Joining her is Troy Harvey, an incredibly smart and gifted coach and trainer, teamed up with Julia during this incredibly trying time to help bring out the best version of her both physically and mentally as she worked to rebuild her life. All of this incredible work culminated in her book, "Grief Girl Boss" which is an incredible tool for anyone going through, or helping someone else process grief and loss. Episode 6...empowered as always by Primo Espresso. /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/20773340

Season 2 Episode 5: Josh Rhoden and Daniel Leonard 10/04/2021

Season 2 Episode 5: Josh Rhoden and Daniel Leonard Season 2 Episode 5 features Josh Rhoden and Daniel Leonard from Clackamas Community College Wrestling. Josh has become one of the most highly respected head coaches in ALL of wrestling at every level from Junior College all the way to Division I. In his 16 year run he has amassed a staggering 160-35-2 record, gone undefeated in four separate seasons, is a three time national coach of the year, led the program to Four NJCAA National Championships and so much more. Joining him is his former Clackamas Community College wrestling standout Daniel Leonard who helped lead the team to a National Runner Up finish before heading to 4-year Lindsey Wilson College in Kentucky to finish his collegiate career as a two-time All-American. He has now come full-circle and is back with CCC as an Assistant Coach and an integral part of producing 15 All Americans and two Team National Championships. The three of us talk everything from family to fitness, the evolution of the program from basically working in a closet to the current space and what it is like coaching a National Championship team during a pandemic where social-distancing doesn’t exactly make wrestling easy to train for. Episode 5...powered by Primo Espresso...ready go! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/20693651

Season 2 Episode 4 PART II - Alycia, Zack and Paul from H2F 09/20/2021

Season 2 Episode 4 PART II - Alycia, Zack and Paul from H2F Season 2 Episode 4 PART II with Alycia, Zack and Paul from H2F is HERE! Note...the views expressed are those of the individuals and do not reflect the official policy or position of the US Army, Department of Defense or the US Government. Episode 4 Part 2...powered by Primo Espresso...enjoy! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/20540183

Season 2 Episode 4: Alycia, Zach and Paul from H2F 09/13/2021

Season 2 Episode 4: Alycia, Zach and Paul from H2F Season 2 Episode 4 is a 2-parter at Joint Base Lewis-McChord with Alycia, Zack and Paul. They are three of the smartest people the Army has to offer as we talk about the Army's H2F system. The Army's philosophy is all about putting people first and that winning matters, which means the teams they put together are going to be highly trained, disciplined and incredibly fit. The H2F System is the Army's primary investment in making their soldiers ready by being in optimal physical and mental performance, reducing injury rates, improving their rehabilitation after injury, and increasing the overall effectiveness of the Total Army. Alycia, Zack and Paul are a huge part of the H2F program and it is going to take a 2-part episode to get through it all. Note...the views expressed are those of the individuals and do not reflect the official policy or position of the US Army, Department of Defense or the US Government. Episode 4 Part 1...powered by Primo Espresso...enjoy! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/20451806

Season 2 Episode 3: Melanie Schoepp and Ryan Stills 08/30/2021

Season 2 Episode 3: Melanie Schoepp and Ryan Stills Season 2 Episode 3 is all about POWER people! and are the ultimate power-couple and we got a chance to sit down at their gym Odd Barbell. Melanie is a badass powerlifting and strength coach. With a degree in Kinesiology, she leads the industry as one of the top coaches in the game. Ryan is an 8x USAPL/IPF powerlifting champion and 5x IPF Master's World Team Member. He holds multiple victories and records with extensive experience on the international stage. Together they are the backbone of , a family-owned strength-based gym in Southeast Portland. They operate completely against the grain of the typical Globo Gym culture and are at the top of the class by being accessible and welcoming to people of all backgrounds who simply want to learn, grow and become stronger versions of themselves. Episode 3...powered by Primo Espresso...here we go! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/20303486

Season 2 Episode 2: Emily Roberts and Merrilee Klusmann 08/23/2021

Season 2 Episode 2: Emily Roberts and Merrilee Klusmann Season 2 Episode 2 is absolutely indescribable. Emily Roberts and Merrilee Klusmann sit down and bring their A-game for everyone to hear! Emily Roberts is a single mother of two who owns and runs Emily Roberts Fitness which is a hub for incredible programming and even more incredible humans. Her background in personal training and preschool teaching, combined with a long stint coaching CrossFit, have given her all the tools she needs to navigate the independently owned small gym world. Joining Emily is her bestie and OG Merrilee Klusmann and we talk through almost everything fitness, COVID, wildfires and more. Episode 2...powered by Primo Espresso...enjoy! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/20226104

Season 2 Episode 1: Jennifer Pahl and Shoshana Gordon 08/16/2021

Season 2 Episode 1: Jennifer Pahl and Shoshana Gordon Season 2 kicks off with Jennifer Pahl and Shoshana Gordon, two badass women navigating the fitness landscape their way! Jennifer Pahl owns and spent years cross training in every fitness style known to humans. After multiple injuries, Jennifer "found" the yoga mat was where she belonged and also one of the hardest things she has ever done. A mother of two, wife and dog-Mom, Jennifer has become the ultimate small-business owner who also consults with and sits on multiple fitness industry boards and panels. is a fitness wizard in her own right. Also a mother of two and dog-Mom, Shoshana has spent two-decades honing her craft in everything from 1-on-1 training, to big box franchise fitness and everything in between. Episode 1 featuring Jennifer Pahl and Shoshana Gordon...powered by Primo Espresso...enjoy! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/20151146

Season 1 Episode 12: Katie and Shaun Day 03/15/2021

Season 1 Episode 12: Katie and Shaun Day Stop everything you are doing and make everything in your life better by listen to the walking inspiration that is Katie Day! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/18324599

Season 1 Episode 11: Cory Gilday and Ryan Force 03/08/2021

Season 1 Episode 11: Cory Gilday and Ryan Force On the road again, this time to Gilday Sport Conditioning where Ryan and Jake sit down with Cory Gilday and light the fitness and training world on fire! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/18228860

Season 1 Episode 10: Todd Vogt and Susan Wood 03/01/2021

Season 1 Episode 10: Todd Vogt and Susan Wood This week we break new ground by taking the show on the water! Todd Vogt and his coach Susan Wood take us on a journey of self-discovery and achievement following Todd's diagnosis of early-onset Parkinson's disease. /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/18134312

Season 1 Episode 9: Fernando Gumba and Paul Corwin Part 2 02/22/2021

Season 1 Episode 9: Fernando Gumba and Paul Corwin Part 2 The boys are BACK for Part 2!!! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/18036023

Season 1 Episode 9: Fernando Gumba and Paul Corwin Part 1 02/15/2021

Season 1 Episode 9: Fernando Gumba and Paul Corwin Part 1 The Nomads hit the road as Paul and Jake join Fernando Gumba, Eugene-Springfield Firefighter and an Oregon Fire Chiefs Association Excellence in Safety award winner. /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/17950190

Season 1 Episode 8: Lane Laurent and Emily Paulson 02/08/2021

Season 1 Episode 8: Lane Laurent and Emily Paulson Episode 8 breaks the mold as only Nomads can do, bringing the next gen to the table this week! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/17861300

Season 1 Episode 7: Dr. Sara Budge and Jodi Snider 02/01/2021

Season 1 Episode 7: Dr. Sara Budge and Jodi Snider If we told you two best friends, one a Psychologist specializing in terrorism and the other a Kindergarten teacher, were combining forces to create the most unique fitness podcast-duo ever would you believe us? /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/17766662

Season 1 Episode 6: Kayla Corwin and Diana Bijon 01/25/2021

Season 1 Episode 6: Kayla Corwin and Diana Bijon After months of scheduling delays, because they were too busy saving lives, the ultimate tag-team of Kayla Corwin and Diana Bijon finally make their podcast debut this week with Jake. /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/17675267

Season 1 Episode 5: Clayton York and Ryan Force 01/18/2021

Season 1 Episode 5: Clayton York and Ryan Force Clayton York and Ryan Force, former collegiate football players and experts in the field, go deep into fitness-academia with Jake this week. /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/17587877

Season 1 Episode 4: Kelly Force and Charli Nesbitt 01/11/2021

Season 1 Episode 4: Kelly Force and Charli Nesbitt Kelly Force and Charli Nesbitt, MOSSA fitness instructors and best friends, join Jake as they talk through what group exercise IS and what it ISN'T. Group exercise ain't your Mom's aerobics class anymore! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/17495648

Season 1 Episode 3: Kyle Bertelsen and Chris Taylor 01/04/2021

Season 1 Episode 3: Kyle Bertelsen and Chris Taylor Kyle Bertelsen, Chris Taylor and Jake come together to talk about their unique perspectives in fitness garnered from a life-time of powerlifting, bodybuilding and military fitness exposure. /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/17411093

Season 1 Episode 2: Diana Bijon and Julie Thompson 12/28/2020

Season 1 Episode 2: Diana Bijon and Julie Thompson Big D, Best Friend Julie and Jake mask it up and freestyle on the life of parenting during COVID and using fitness to maintain our own sanity AND build our kid's fortitude at the same time! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/17341220

Season 1 Episode 1: Leo Rosa and Paul Corwin 12/18/2020

Season 1 Episode 1: Leo Rosa and Paul Corwin Leo, Paul and Jake sit down at talk about everything from physical to mental fitness for duty and "normal" day-to-day life. The filter-free discussion ranges topics from traditional methods to unique ways of tackling the fitness and nutrition aspects of their lives to fuel both body and soul. Hopefully some of their insights and experiences, whether good, bad or ugly, give you some food for thought in your own journey! /episode/index/show/fitnessnomadspodcast/id/17243885

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