Find Your Strong with Tony Gracia

Many people are starting to get back into training after a hiatus due to the pandemic.  This episode covers some tips and guidelines to help you get back into it safely and effectively.  Tony also discusses some tips for coming back after an injury, and walks you through his recovery of one of his worst injuries.

Today more than ever people are looking for effective and efficient ways to get in shape, and working out at home is looking increasingly attractive.  The problem is that most people don't really know where to start when it comes to shopping for their equipment.  In this episode Tony tells you what your priorities should be, as well as the most common mistakes people make when buying home gym equipment.

Programming for strength training can be one of the most confusing and polarizing topics in the industry.  In this episode Tony sheds some light on key components of designing a strength training program that will ensure your program is both effective and sustainable.  

Having the right attitude and mindset is one of the most important parts of succeeding in any physical activity, and is one of the things I think people struggle with more than anything else.  In this episode Tony talks about how he approaches this, and offers cues and guidance to help you optimize your attitude and mindset when it comes to training.  

Tony talks about:

• What Jiu Jitsu is

I walk through the journey I took including how I got into kettlebells, what made me decide to sign up for my first instructor certification, the training process leading up to it, and my experience at the actual event.  Some of my favorite stories ever are included in this one!

I discuss keys to success with a fitness program, and highlight benefits and drawbacks to the three main ways to workout:

1) On your own

2) In a class

3) With a personal Trainer

I also give a little bonus material on what to look for in a good personal trainer.  

Welcome to episode #1 of Find Your Strong!  I am using this episode to introduce myself and help you get to know me.  I talk about what do I do, my journey of how I got here, and what you can expect to hear in future episodes.