RX'D RADIO

RX'D Radio is a unique blend of science, strength and clinical experience. Hosts Dr Jordan Shallow DC and Dr Jordan Jiunta DC offer up an insightful and sometimes irreverent perspective on all things health and fitness. Both competitive athletes in Powerlifting and CrossFit respectively, these two leave no stone unturned with their hilarious, insightful dissection of the most common misconceptions, gimmicks and accepted practices in the fields of training, nutrition, injury rehabilitation and much more! Be sure to follow the show on Instagram @rxdradio , Host Shallow @the_muscle_doc, Jiunta @thefunctionalchiro and check out www.pre-script.com! Show produced by LunderJack Productions

E609:From the Weight Room to the Track: Coaching Speed That Transfers 08/13/2025

E609:From the Weight Room to the Track: Coaching Speed That Transfers Killian Hamilton is back as the guys go deep into the art of sprint coaching with a full breakdown of setup, shin angles, acceleration, transition, and max velocity. From the weight room to the track, we explore how to integrate sprint work into a training week, avoid overcooking athletes, and develop speed that actually transfers to sport. LAST CHANCE to register for this cohort of PSL1. FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Intro: Sprint coaching and co-host return (00:00:00) Why speed is always in fashion (00:02:19) Where to start with speed development (00:04:01) Strength as a limiter for speed (00:07:06) Acceleration setup mistakes and shin angle cues (00:10:09) First step mechanics and projection (00:17:11) Attributes that influence sprint positions (00:21:17) Transitioning smoothly to max velocity (00:25:05) Using resisted sprinting to fix transition issues (00:29:13) Delaying max velocity for better race outcomes (00:32:03) Programming sprint work without overcooking athletes (00:35:57) Integrating sprint and weight room training (00:42:06) Elite athlete case study: adjusting the plan (00:45:19) Speed Camp: building humility and empathy in coaching (00:49:55) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/37767005

E608: Pain, Perception, and Recovery: What You’re Missing in Rehab and Neuroscience 08/06/2025

E608: Pain, Perception, and Recovery: What You’re Missing in Rehab and Neuroscience From a misdiagnosed spinal fracture to the neuroscience of nociception, this episode unpacks the real relationship between pain, injury, and perception. Shallow and Jiunta explore how prior experiences, raw sensory data, and normative expectations all shape the experience of pain, and how understanding this can radically improve rehab outcomes. Class Starts August 11th! Sign up for PSL1 now at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Breaking News: Turns Out It Wasn’t a Disc Herniation (00:00:00) Pain vs. Injury: What’s the Real Difference? (00:05:03) How Perception Shapes Pain: The Gorilla Study & Brain Science (00:09:17) Bayesian Inference (00:16:16) The Athlete vs. the First-Timer: Prior Experience and Discomfort (00:26:01) Why Foam Rolling “Works” (Even If It Doesn’t) (00:33:16) The Rehab Equation: Raw Data, Prior, and Normative Values (00:35:27) Downregulating Nociception Without Drugs (00:40:04) Precision Movement and Motor Learning in Rehab (00:48:06) Sensation vs. Perception: Teaching Clients to Understand Pain (00:54:16) A Philosophical Revolution in Pain Science (00:57:21) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/37689625

E607: When Your Business No Longer Fits Your Life: A Conversation with Sean Pastuch 07/30/2025

E607: When Your Business No Longer Fits Your Life: A Conversation with Sean Pastuch Shallow is joined by Dr. Sean Pastuch for a deep and personal conversation on leadership, risk, and the hidden gaps in how most coaches communicate. From stepping away from a thriving business to rebuilding his life, Sean shares what it really means to take ownership of your time, your team, and your future. Certification for professionals tired of slow progress and corrective exercise. PSL1 enrolment is now LIVE! FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: The First Full-Circle Moment (00:00:00) Sean’s Origin Story and Early Missteps (00:02:00) Social Media, Business Growth, and a Brick Wall (00:05:00) Signal Errors in Coaching: Athletes vs. Coaches vs. Clients (00:07:30) How Most Coaches Misread the Room (00:10:00) Mentorship, Missed Guidance, and Business Pivoting (00:14:00) Leaving What’s “Working” to Rebuild (00:20:00) European Vacations and Lessons in Lifestyle Design (00:24:30) Managing Emotion, Team Trust, and Leadership Gaps (00:28:30) Success Isn’t About Scale, It’s About Fit (00:35:00) When the Business Steals Your Identity (00:42:00) Rebuilding Culture and Boundaries from the Ground Up (00:47:30) What Coaches Owe Their Clients (00:53:00) The Value of Saying No and Building on Purpose (01:00:00) Growth, Alignment, and Longevity (01:12:00) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/37578875

E606: CrossFit vs. HYROX: The Future of Fitness 07/23/2025

E605: Authenticity Outlasts Algorithms: How To Create Sustainable Content 07/16/2025

E605: Authenticity Outlasts Algorithms: How To Create Sustainable Content Shallow and Jiunta get real about the content hamster wheel. From mocking fake authenticity to unpacking how coaches lose themselves trying to chase trends, the guys deliver a raw breakdown of what sustainable content actually looks like. They cover everything from business alignment to social media burnout, the importance of storytelling, and how creativity fuels longevity in coaching. Certification for professionals tired of slow progress and corrective exercise. PSL1 enrolment is now LIVE! FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Authentic Chaos (00:00:00) Why “No Plan” Used to Work (00:00:30) Kids, Chiropractors, and Zero Direction (00:02:00) The Emoji Witness Protection Program (00:03:15) Everything is Content (00:04:30) Real Coaching vs Social Clout (00:06:00) Muting for Mental Health (00:08:00) Sharing vs Selling (00:12:00) Business Alignment and Burnout (00:15:00) Why Most Coaches Struggle with Content (00:18:00) Create for Creation’s Sake (00:21:00) The Death of Originality (00:24:00) Consistency vs Virality (00:27:00) Content that Actually Builds Connection (00:30:00) Systems Over Storytelling (00:33:30) Coaching as a Creative Outlet (00:36:00) Getting Back to the Work Itself (00:38:30) The Cost of Chasing Clout (00:42:00) Finding Purpose in Repetition (00:45:30) Scaling Without Selling Out (00:48:00) Vision, Voice, and Value (00:51:00) Building a Legacy Through Creation (00:55:00) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/37386470

E604: When Hard Work Isn’t Enough: Jay Jones on Identity, Failure, and Grit 07/09/2025

E603: Shut Up or Add Value: The Lazy Content Cycle 07/02/2025

E602: Separating Coaches from Content Creators: What Actually Builds a Coaching Career Today 06/25/2025

E601: You Don’t Get to Chase Everything at Once: Why Strength and Endurance Clash 06/18/2025

E600: Steroids vs Placebo: How Perception Changes Performance 06/11/2025

E600: Steroids vs Placebo: How Perception Changes Performance Shallow and Jiunta unpack a wild placebo study where elite powerlifters and sprinters were told they were on steroids... but weren’t. We dive into the psychology of belief, placebo effects, and how the mind might be the most underutilized performance-enhancer in training. It's time we get serious about exercise prescription. Join the PSL1 waitlist now! FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Croissants and Intravenous Drugs (00:00:00) Drug vs. Alcohol Logic: The Dark Humor Segment (00:02:00) Performance vs. Feeling Good (00:09:40) The Steroid Placebo Study Breakdown (00:10:18) The Psychology Behind Perceived Strength (00:14:10) Belief vs. Recovery: What’s Really Helping? (00:15:26) The Power of Perception in Training (00:16:12) Coaching as a Placebo? (00:20:28) What Athletes Actually Trust (00:24:06) Outliers and Self-Belief (00:27:14) When Placebos Wear Off (00:29:16) Kobe, Floyd, and the Power of Belief (00:31:00) Mental Weakness or Missed Opportunity? (00:36:00) Confidence, Self-Doubt, and Growth (00:39:00) Steroids, Fairness, and the Playing Field (00:41:00) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/36921820

E599: The REAL PROBLEM With Fitness Content 06/04/2025

E598: Foot Mechanics, Herniated Discs, and What NOT to Program 05/28/2025

E597: Measuring Everything and Missing the Point: Why Data-Driven Coaching Fails 05/21/2025

E596: You're Treating Low Back Pain All Wrong 05/14/2025

E595: Bent-Over Rows Still Win: How Real Strength Builds Real Muscle 05/07/2025

E595: Bent-Over Rows Still Win: How Real Strength Builds Real Muscle Shallow and Jiunta dig into what it really takes to build a big, strong back. Forget Instagram hacks and isolated fluff—this is a conversation about foundational strength, spinal control, and why deadlifts and bent-over rows still reign supreme. From coaching cues to misunderstood anatomy, we break down the principles behind effective back training and why most lifters get it wrong. Class Starts May 12th! Sign Up For PSL1 Now At FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Why Most Podcasts Rinse and Repeat (00:00:30) Deadlifts: The Foundational Back-Builder (00:06:30) Strength vs. Hypertrophy: What Actually Grows Your Back (00:08:00) The Role of Spinal Control in Hypertrophy (00:12:00) Bent-Over Rows and Shear Tolerance (00:14:30) Isolation Doesn’t Work Without a Strong Base (00:17:00) Core Control: The Secret to Better Back Training (00:20:00) The Lat Pulldown Mistake Everyone Makes (00:23:00) Why You’re Not Licensed to Train Lats Yet (00:25:00) The Case for Single-Arm Dumbbell Rows (00:27:00) Ribcage as a Fulcrum: Leveraging Spinal Mechanics (00:29:00) Prerequisites Before You Ever Pull Overhead (00:31:00) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/36462545

E594: How to Raise Your Rates, Buy Back Your Time, and Build a Real Coaching Career 04/30/2025

E594: How to Raise Your Rates, Buy Back Your Time, and Build a Real Coaching Career Jiunta and Ridpath get brutally honest about the real path to growing a sustainable coaching business. From charging your worth, to buying your time back, to building an online roster the right way — it all starts with mastering in-person training. We break down where most coaches go wrong, how to actually earn the ability to scale, and why chasing quick wins online will leave you stuck. PSL1 Registration is NOW LIVE. Sign Up at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Track Your Sessions and Rates (00:00:00) How to Handle Client Pushback (00:02:00) Picking Which Clients Stay or Go (00:03:02) Scaling Your Online Coaching the Right Way (00:06:22) Proof of Concept Before Scaling (00:07:26) Why Online Coaches Fail Without In-Person Experience (00:08:55) Developing Real Coaching Skills (00:12:20) Fast-Tracking Your Skillset Through Reps (00:15:47) Heuristics and Coaching Efficiency (00:18:38) Coaching Language and Building Buy-In (00:24:22) Content Creation: Speaking to Common Client Mentalities (00:32:24) Why Entertainment Isn’t Coaching (00:37:06) Handling Internet Critics and Staying Focused (00:49:06) Building a Real Business (00:54:22) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/36340685

E593: 6 Things We Wish We Knew When We Started as Trainers 04/23/2025

E592: Programming Isn’t Coaching: Why Your Training Plans Keep Failing 04/16/2025

E592: Programming Isn’t Coaching: Why Your Training Plans Keep Failing FREE Exercise Selection Webinar: Shallow is back! In this episode, we unpack the real skill behind effective coaching: the ability to adapt. From rigid spreadsheets to real-world results, Shallow and Jiunta break down the difference between programming and coaching, why context matters more than sets and reps, and how subjective feedback can be more powerful than force plate data. Whether you're coaching rehab, elite athletes, or general population clients, the message is clear: the coaches who succeed are the ones who know how to adapt. PSL1 Registration is NOW LIVE. Sign Up at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Life updates: San Francisco & podcast hiatus (00:02:00) Upcoming webinar: What is good programming? (00:05:30) Ice vs. heat? You're asking the wrong question (00:06:50) Programming vs. coaching – the critical difference (00:07:50) Why your footprint is your blueprint (00:10:30) Designing programs for real-life environments (00:13:00) Execution, error, and learning in training (00:15:00) Low-res programming: Building intention into flexibility (00:18:00) Rigid programs kill adaptability (00:21:00) Introducing error to stimulate motor learning (00:24:00) Playtime matters: variability in training (00:27:30) Why rehab still works, even when it's trash (00:31:00) Teaching movement through smart program structure (00:34:00) Subjective > objective: the real data that drives results (00:36:00) How to coach based on what clients feel (00:40:00) Interpreting feedback: the client gets a vote (00:45:00) Performance = subjective + objective + your coaching lens (00:49:00) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/36180890

E591: Drowning in Responsibility: Burnout, Boundaries & Finding What Really Matters 04/09/2025

E591: Drowning in Responsibility: Burnout, Boundaries & Finding What Really Matters Eric Bugera returns to RX’D Radio for a raw conversation about hitting the wall. From moving homes and raising a toddler to juggling multiple jobs, Eric shares how being buried under life stress gave him a new understanding of the concepts he coaches every day. He and Jiunta dive into allostatic load, how maturity reshapes your goals, and why more work doesn’t always mean more success. They discuss the reality of coaching with integrity, the dangers of scope creep, and the value of finding where your effort actually matters. PSL1 Registration is NOW LIVE. Sign Up at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: What is allostatic load & why it matters in training (00:03:02) The cost of chasing optimal at all costs (00:08:45) Parenthood, performance, and sustainable coaching (00:14:20) Scope of practice: Knowing when to refer out (00:21:03) Why integrity matters more than aesthetics (00:27:45) Business pressure vs. staying authentic (00:34:10) How to actually build client trust (00:40:28) Playing the long game in health & business (00:46:00) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/36054435

E590: Technique Isn’t Everything: Lessons from 2x National Champ Dr. Trevor Kimm 04/02/2025

E590: Technique Isn’t Everything: Lessons from 2x National Champ Dr. Trevor Kimm Dr. Trevor Kimm—2x national champion in Olympic weightlifting—joins us to talk about what really matters in the sport. From competing internationally with a herniated disc to explaining why getting stronger often beats perfecting technique. We dive into long-term progress, the myth of fascial training, burnout after Olympic cycles, and why chasing new programs might be holding you back. PSL1 Registration is NOW LIVE. Sign Up at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Welcome Back, Trevor Kimm (00:00:00) Party Lifts & Pancakes in Vegas (00:00:45) Competing With a Herniated Disc (00:02:28) Slow Progress is Still Progress (00:05:04) Can You Be Strong as a Vegan? (00:05:39) The LA Olympics Going Full Vegan? (00:06:04) Olympic Weightlifting Fanboy Tour (00:08:30) Bulgarians Jumping Barricades (00:10:43) Chain-Smoking Gold Medalists (00:11:45) Olympic Burnout & Recovery Dilemma (00:16:21) Missing Qualification: The Harsh Truth (00:17:29) Strength vs. Technique: What Actually Wins? (00:22:00) Why There Are No Magic Programs (00:27:00) Our Training Approaches & Block Progressions (00:37:00) Fascial Training Debunked (00:49:00) Snake Oil Coaching and the Feel-Good Trap (01:00:00) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/35943580

E589: Modulating Intensity: The Most Important Skill You're Ignoring 03/26/2025

E589: Modulating Intensity: The Most Important Skill You're Ignoring Jiunta dives deep into one of the most overlooked aspects of performance training: modulating intensity. From injury recovery to high-level competitors in fat loss phases, Jiunta unpacks real conversations he's had this week about training smarter—not just harder. Learn how pushing for progress can actually set you back, why effort needs to be refined (not just ramped up), and how to communicate the nuance of RPE with clients and athletes alike. Whether you're chasing strength, hypertrophy, or longevity, this is a mindset shift you need to hear. PSL1 registration is NOW LIVE. Sign Up At FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Why Every Athlete Needs This Conversation (00:05:05) Effort vs. Effectiveness in Training (00:07:11) Case 1: Overachieving Client and Misapplied RPE (00:14:03) How Tempo Reveals True Effort (00:20:09) Training Without Increasing Load (00:25:23) Case 2: Pro Bodybuilder in a Cut (00:27:19) How Cardio Can Hurt Your Muscle Retention (00:34:00) Optimizing Heart Rate Zones for Fat Loss (00:38:11) Making Cardio Work With Your Lifting (00:41:05) Case 3: Olympic Lifters Addicted to Maxing Out (00:45:24) Why “Trying Hard” Can Hold You Back (00:53:13) Practice Doesn’t Make Perfect—It Makes Permanent (00:54:44) Train Smart, Not Just Hard (00:55:55) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/35863595

E588: From Apple Engineer to CrossFit Coach: Strength, Success & Smarter Training 03/19/2025

E588: From Apple Engineer to CrossFit Coach: Strength, Success & Smarter Training How do you balance a high-level career with a deep passion for coaching and fitness? Alin Kenworthy, an Apple engineer and CrossFit coach, joins RX’D Radio to share his journey from competitive swimming to programming, to eventually stepping into the world of coaching. Alin breaks down the thought process behind structured coaching, how to develop better habits in training, and why curiosity is the key to continual progress in fitness and beyond. Whether you're an athlete, a coach, or just someone trying to get better at what you do—this episode is packed with value. PSL1 Registration goes live next week! Last chance to receive our only course discount. Learn more at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Meet Alan Kenworthy: Apple Engineer & CrossFit Coach (00:03:00) The Collegiate Athlete Experience: What We Wish We Knew (00:06:30) Why Alan Took a Year Off Sports to Build an App (00:12:00) The Moment That Changed His Approach to Training (00:18:00) How CrossFit Exposed the Gaps in Programing (00:23:30) The Secret to Coaching Success: Efficiency & Proficiency (00:30:00) Skill Acquisition: Why It’s Not Just About More Reps (00:38:00) The Biggest Mistakes Athletes Make in Training (00:45:00) Why Success is About Curiosity, Effort, and Adaptability (00:51:30) Advice for Coaches: How to Create Buy-In (00:58:00) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/35769000

E587: The Truth About Rehab: Why You Stay Weak & In Pain 03/12/2025

E587: The Truth About Rehab: Why You Stay Weak & In Pain Ever wonder why rehab constantly leaves you stuck and frustrated? In this episode, we break down why traditional rehab often stops too soon, leaving behind compensation patterns that limit performance and increase injury risk. We dive into how to assess, correct, and build lasting strength across ALL levels, from desk workers to pro athletes. Join The PSL1 Waitlist Now For An Exclusive Discount. Learn more at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Why rehab leaves you weak and in pain (00:00:00) The biggest problem with traditional rehab (00:03:00) Why most rehab stops too soon (00:06:30) Compensation patterns: The hidden reason you're still struggling (00:10:45) How to assess movement properly (00:15:20) The gold-standard approach to building function (00:19:50) Why bilateral exercises aren’t the fix (00:24:30) The case for unilateral training in rehab (00:29:15) Core stability: The foundation of real rehab (00:34:40) Fixing upper body mechanics: Scapula & shoulder function (00:39:10) Lower body rehab: Hip rotation, lunges & RDLs (00:44:25) Real functional training vs. gimmicks (00:49:50) Strength coaches vs. rehab pros: Who’s doing it better? (00:55:00) How to actually make rehab work long-term (01:00:20) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/35645730

E586: Fix Your Knee Pain for Good: Here's What You're Missing 03/05/2025

E586: Fix Your Knee Pain for Good: Here's What You're Missing After a well-received discussion on shoulder mechanics, we’re shifting the focus to lower-body function. Jiunta dives deep into the art of assessments, movement dysfunction, and how to actually fix pain—without getting lost in internet noise. He breaks down common compensations, the real cause of pain, and why most people are chasing symptoms instead of solving the root issue. Tune in for practical takeaways, real-world case studies, and the principles that should guide your programming. Join The PSL1 Waitlist Now For An Exclusive Discount. Learn more at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Intro: Why This Episode Matters (00:00:00) The Frustration of Losing an Episode (00:03:00) Why Understanding Pain Is Key to Fixing It (00:06:35) The Role of Dysfunction in Chronic Pain (00:10:30) Injury History: Why It’s the First Step in Assessments (00:15:20) Pain vs. Dysfunction: What You Need to Know (00:19:45) The Simple Way to Spot Movement Asymmetries (00:24:10) Case Study: NFL Prospect’s Knee Pain Fix (00:28:50) Case Study: Solving Knee Pain for a 100-Mile Hiker (00:33:40) The Gold Standard of Movement and Why It Matters (00:38:20) How Foot Pressure Reveals Hidden Weaknesses (00:42:50) The Core’s Role in Lower Body Mechanics (00:48:15) The Right Way to Think About Pelvic Positioning (00:53:30) Identifying and Fixing Poor Movement Patterns (00:58:45) The Few Exercises That Fix 90% of Problems (01:03:00) Closing Thoughts: How to Get Better at Assessments (01:06:30) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/35538535

E585: When Strength Breaks You: Injury, Identity & Business 02/26/2025

E585: When Strength Breaks You: Injury, Identity & Business Jiunta and Stu break down the mindset of elite strength athletes, the balance between performance and longevity, and why so many lifters struggle with their identity outside of the gym. Plus, Stu shares how shifting his focus from lifting to business skyrocketed his success. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to truly commit to something—or when it’s time to walk away—this episode is for you. Join The PSL1 Waitlist Now For An Exclusive Discount. Learn more at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: The Johnny Bravo Physique & Training Adjustments (00:03:00) A Powerlifter’s Worst Nightmare: 733lb Squat Gone Wrong (00:05:12) The Brutal Reality of Strength Sports Injuries (00:08:30) Coming Back from a Double Patellar Tendon Rupture (00:12:05) Pain vs. Passion: Why Some Quit and Others Push Through (00:16:28) Is Your Training Goal Holding You Back in Life? (00:20:50) Powerlifting vs. Business: What Really Builds Success (00:26:32) Bodybuilders vs. Powerlifters: Who’s Better at Business? (00:30:48) Why Most Trainers Struggle to Make a Living (00:35:10) The Real Reason People Struggle to Charge What They’re Worth (00:40:22) How to Build a Business That Clients Never Leave (00:45:05) The Power of Investing in Your Clients (00:50:10) If You Struggle to Get Clients, This Is Why (00:54:20) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/35426275

E584: Effort Is Free: The Hard Truth About Success 02/19/2025

E584: Effort Is Free: The Hard Truth About Success From the myth of work-life balance to the harsh reality that effort is the ultimate equalizer, Shallow and Jiunta break down why discipline isn’t some magical trait—it's just doing what needs to be done, even when you don’t feel like it. Tune in for a raw, no-BS conversation on why success isn’t about being the smartest person in the room—it’s about being the one willing to do the work. Join The PSL1 Waitlist Now For An Exclusive Discount. Learn more at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Why "I Don’t Work Weekends" Is a Red Flag (00:03:00) Hard Work vs. Intelligence: What Actually Matters? (00:07:30) The Pyramid of Effort: Why Work Ethic Wins (00:12:15) Are We Losing the Ability to Work Hard? (00:18:40) How Early Life Shapes Your Work Ethic (00:24:10) Motivation vs. Discipline: What Really Drives Success? (00:30:05) The Power of Consequences in Hard Work (00:36:50) Self-Employment: The Ultimate Test of Work Ethic (00:42:20) The Cost of Laziness: What People Don’t Realize (00:48:15) The Simple Formula for Success (00:54:30) Effort Is Free—Put in the Work (00:56:45) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/35343255

E 583: How to Simplify Assessments and Build Better Programs 02/12/2025

E 582: Are You a Good or Great Coach? The Traits That Set the Best Apart 02/05/2025

E 582: Are You a Good or Great Coach? The Traits That Set the Best Apart In this episode, Jiunta and Veronica break down what separates good coaches from great ones, from building trust with clients to navigating high-stakes environments with elite athletes. We dive into the challenges of coaching in real-world settings, the balance between confidence and humility, and why communication is just as important as technical knowledge. LAST CHANCE to register for PSL1. Learn more at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: Meet Veronica: From Listener to Coach (00:01:03) How a Neuroscience Background Shapes Coaching (00:03:49) Why Many Coaches Fall Short in the Gym (00:07:07) Coaching Elite Athletes: What Matters Most (00:10:34) The Power of Confidence in Coaching (00:14:21) Reading the Room: Adapting to Athletes & Clients (00:18:05) What Separates Good Coaches from Great Ones (00:22:42) The Role of Pain Science in Training (00:28:35) Fun vs. Function: Why Enjoyment Matters in Coaching (00:33:12) The Reality of In-Person Coaching vs. Online (00:38:06) Navigating Injuries: Surgery vs. Training Solutions (00:43:52) Lessons from Coaching at the Highest Level (00:50:10) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/35132635

E 581: Why Most People Fail in Fitness (and How to Succeed) 01/29/2025

E 580: The Fitness Industry Under the Microscope: Supplements, Scandals, and Staying True. 01/22/2025

E 580: The Fitness Industry Under the Microscope: Supplements, Scandals, and Staying True. Shallow and Jiunta dive into the murky waters of supplement sponsorships, industry gimmicks, and the fine line between authenticity and selling out. From dissecting Athletic Greens' controversies to questioning the integrity of influencer endorsements, this candid discussion explores the values and pitfalls of fitness media. Plus, an unfiltered take on maintaining credibility while navigating big-dollar temptations. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that pulls back the curtain on fitness culture, accountability, and the art of keeping it real. Pre-Script® Level 1 Starts in 5 Days! Learn more at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. Code RXD Don’t miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at . For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: Dr. Jordan Jiunta: The Athletic Greens Controversy (00:02:58) Influencer Responsibility and Ethics (00:06:00) The Dangers of Comfort and Complacency (00:08:53) Dissecting Athletic Greens' Ingredients (00:11:54) The Moral Dilemma of Influencer Endorsements (00:15:14) The Price of Reputation (00:18:00) The Influence of Money on Integrity (00:21:06) The Impact of Misinformation in Health (00:24:11) The Consequences of Misleading Advice (00:27:13) The Impact of Cancel Culture (00:29:53) The Role of Commentary in Society (00:38:44) Essential Exercises for Lifelong Fitness (01:02:21) /episode/index/show/rxdradio/id/34950345

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