Think your leg day is tough? Try taking a powerbomb through a table and then finishing a 20-minute match. In Episode 22 of The Strength Agenda Radio, Coaches Tom and John are stepping into the squared circle with a true icon of the Midwest indy scene: former Champion and professional wrestling powerhouse, Craig Mitchell.

Craig has spent years perfecting the art of "controlled chaos," and today, he’s pulling back the curtain on the brutal reality of the wrestling business. This isn't just entertainment—it's an athletic gauntlet that requires a very specific kind of strength.

TRAIN LIKE A CHAMPION (WITHOUT THE BODY SLAMS):

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Let’s be honest: your gym bag is either a well-organized toolkit or a mobile biohazard unit. In this fun and surprisingly wholesome episode of The Strength Agenda Radio, Coaches Tom and John are opening up their lockers and dumping out their bags. We’re moving away from the heavy science for a second to talk about the gear that actually makes it into our daily rotation—and more importantly, how to keep your bag from smelling like a locker room’s basement.

FILL YOUR BAG WITH THE BEST:

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The CrossFit Open is here, and your central nervous system is currently screaming for help. In Episode 20 of The Strength Agenda Radio, Coaches Tom and John are diving into the high-stakes world of short-turnaround recovery. Whether you’re grinding through the Open, a weekend-long competition, or back-to-back meets, the secret to winning isn't "trying harder"—it's recovering smarter.

If you’re the athlete who thinks a 30-minute AMRAP on Tuesday is a good idea before an Open workout on Friday, we need to have a little talk.

In this episode, we’re breaking down:

• The Quick Turnaround Protocol: Actionable recovery processes to get you from "wrecked" to "ready" in record time.
• The Art of the Taper: Why scaling back your volume isn't a sign of weakness—it’s the only way to ensure you’re peaking at the right time.
• Don't Be a "Tuesday Hero": Why going all-out during your mid-week sessions is the fastest way to sabotage your performance when the lights are on.
• Managing the Redline: How to listen to your body’s signals and know when to push the gas and when to hit the brakes to avoid the dreaded "Open burnout."

Stop leaving your best performances on the practice floor. Tune in to learn how to manage the grind and show up when it actually counts!

⚡️ RECOVER. PEAK. REPEAT.

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Stop using your treadmill as a laundry rack! It’s time to turn that spare corner or dusty garage into a powerhouse. In Episode 19 of The Strength Agenda Radio, Coaches Tom and John are stripping away the fancy marketing and high-tech gimmicks to give you the raw truth about building a home gym that actually gets results.

Whether you're working with a massive budget or just scrounging for change under the couch cushions, this episode is your ultimate gear guide.

TAKE YOUR HOME WORKOUTS TO THE NEXT LEVEL:

Got the gear but no plan? We’ve got the programming to match your setup, whether it’s a full garage gym or a single pair of dumbbells.

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Post a video of a PR and immediately get "No Rep-ed" by a guy whose profile picture is a cartoon cat? Welcome to social media!

In Episode 18 of The Strength Agenda Radio, Coaches Tom and John are diving into the digital trenches to talk about a modern athlete's biggest distraction: Social Media Haters. If you’ve ever hesitated to post your progress because you’re worried about the armchair coaches in the comments, this episode is for you.

We’re breaking down the mental game of being an online athlete:

• The Anatomy of a Troll: Why do people feel the need to tear down your hard work? We discuss the psychology of the "hater" and why their opinion usually says more about them than your squat depth.
• Filter the Noise: How to tell the difference between constructive criticism from someone who knows their stuff and pure, unadulterated noise from a keyboard warrior.
• The "Delete & Block" Philosophy: Tom and John share their personal strategies for managing a social media presence without letting it live rent-free in your head.
• Protecting the Gains: Why mental energy is a finite resource—and why wasting it on a stranger in the comments is literally stealing from your next training session.

Stop letting the internet dictate your confidence. Tune in to learn how to build a bulletproof mindset that’s just as strong as your deadlift!

⚡️ TUNE OUT THE NOISE, TUNE IN THE RESULTS:

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Let’s be real: Most New Year’s resolutions are dead by February. Are you tired of setting the same goals every year and getting nowhere?

In this episode of The Strength Agenda Radio, Coaches Tom and John sit down with a heavy hitter—Coach Ben Tipton from Ironclad Performance in Naperville, IL. We’re pulling back the curtain on how elite coaches actually help their clients set, track, and crush their goals for 2026.

MAKE 2026 YOUR STRONGEST YEAR YET:

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Sorry, chest day fans, but the truth hurts! In Episode 17 of The Strength Agenda Radio, Coaches Tom and John are diving deep into the world of pressing to settle the score: Is the bench press actually holding your total-body strength back?

We’re breaking down why putting heavy weight over your head is the ultimate test of power and how to master the art of the press. If you want a bulletproof core and shoulders like boulders, this episode is your new manual.

In this episode, we’re covering:

• OHP vs. Bench Press: The controversial reason why overhead pressing actually makes you a stronger human being than the bench ever will.
• The Pressing Catalog: Breaking down the benefits of different variations—from Strict Press and Push Press to the brutal Z-Press.
• The Carryover: How vertical pressing transforms your athletic performance and stability in ways the bench just can’t touch.
• The Coaches' Picks: Tom and John reveal their Top 3 Pressing Variations of all time. Find out which moves they swear by and which ones you should add to your program immediately.

Stop lying on your back and start moving some weight overhead! Tune in to find out if your favorite press made our top tier.

⚡️ READY TO OVERHEAD PRESS LIKE A PRO?

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STOP Squatting Like It's One Size Fits All! In Episode 15 of The Strength Agenda Radio, Coaches Tom and John give you the definitive guide to Squat Variations and call out the Social Media Squat Police!

What's Covered:

• Sport-Specific Squats: Why Powerlifting needs a Low Bar, and CrossFit/Weightlifting needs High Bar/Front Squat. Learn the right squat for your sport!
• Ignore the Trolls: Why context matters more than the opinion of the "experts" in the comments section. Stop letting keyboard warriors ruin your confidence!
• The Squat Arsenal: Essential variations (Pause Squats, Tempo Squats) to fix weaknesses and build depth.

Tune in to master the right squat for your sport and silence the critics!

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Episode 14 of The Strength Agenda Radio is a triple threat, tackling the topics everyone is talking about—from ancient strength sports to cutting-edge weight loss tech! Coaches Tom and John are pulling no punches in this action-packed episode.

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Competition day nerves? Scaling your gym a headache? Tom and John are tackling two massive topics in this double-header, Episode 13 of The Strength Agenda Radio! This episode is essential listening for both athletes preparing to compete and gym/small business owners looking to build a sustainable future.

GET THE AGENDA: Ready to level up your coaching game OR your business strategy? Get the roadmap for smart, effective strength training and check out upcoming business resources!

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