Hey everyone, welcome to another great episode of the Strong and Kind Podcast! I’m super excited about today’s chat with Jordan Wigger, the man behind Low Country Athletics in Summerville, South Carolina. Jordan’s not just any weightlifting coach; he’s all about helping people thrive in both their athletic journeys and life in general.

In this episode, we’re getting into some fascinating topics—everything from youth athletic development and avoiding burnout to how training well is a metaphor for living well. Jordan tells us why he renamed his gym to showcase the variety of activities they offer and how he managed the chaos of moving the gym while supporting an athlete at the USAW Youth Nationals.

So stick around and get ready for some awesome insights with Jordan Wigger on today’s episode!

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Time Stamps

00:00 Intro

08:53 Setting realistic goals, avoiding overreaching in training.

17:50 Different goals in weightlifting and sport training.

26:31 Balancing parents’ desires with kids’ best interests.

41:30 Frustrated by ongoing weightlifting training misconceptions.

43:51 Prioritize what people need and want.