In this episode of The Strong New York Podcast, host Kenny Santucci sits down for a powerful, real-talk conversation with legendary strength coach Jay Ferruggia—one of the most respected voices in strength training, muscle building, and fitness coaching.

Jay has been helping guys get jacked and become the strongest version of themselves since 1994. For more than 25 years, he’s been relentlessly obsessed with mastering his craft, driven by a pursuit to be the best in the world at strength and conditioning, hypertrophy training, and performance coaching.  Known as the coach to coaches and the trainer to trainers, Jay is the go-to source for no-nonsense workout programming, muscle-building strategies, fat loss advice, and real-world fitness education. His philosophy is built on thousands of hours of hands-on personal training experience.

In this episode, Kenny and Jay dive into:
Personal growth and staying true to your passion
What it really means to live a fit and healthy lifestyle
Vulnerability and self-awareness as strengths
Real-world coaching experience vs. formal education
The evolution of strength training and workout programming
The influence of iconic wrestlers, old-school bodybuilding, and mindset

Tune in for a masterclass on dedication, self-improvement, strength training philosophy, and carving your own path in the fitness and wellness world.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsors
00:25 Guest Introduction: Jay Far
00:57 Admiration and Pedestals
01:29 Life Goals and Gym Passion
02:39 Transformative Weekend in Miami
03:43 Vulnerability and Shared Struggles
05:56 Evolution of Business and Life Coaching
11:01 Importance of Real-World Experience
19:03 WWE Connections and Training
28:49 Confidence and Adding Value
31:40 The Speed Reader Phenomenon
31:47 Outsourcing for Efficiency
32:47 Superpowers and Kryptonite
36:25 The Importance of Physical Appearance
37:16 The Dangers of Mediocrity
39:48 The Role of Diet in Mental and Physical Health
40:19 The Value of High-Priced Coaching
43:55 Balancing Bodybuilding and Functional Training
45:29 Training WWE Athletes
47:50 The Evolution of Wrestler Physiques
50:56 The Art of Wrestling and Logan Paul's Impact
52:20 John Cena's Controversial Match Finish
55:53 Mount Rushmore of Wrestlers and Fitness Icons
58:00 Conclusion and Farewell