The ATG Podcast

Mason Hackel found ATG in 2021 when he had to deal with years of hip pain from hockey. Not only is he now stronger than ever, but he is now following an ambitious goal of revolutionizing the development of Youth Hockey and tells us how he would do it!

Mason: Instagram

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Adam Shumaker found ATG after an ACL injury in his late 20’s. Adam is soon to be 41 years young and feeling better than before!  He achieved this all from his own home, and with his favorite tool, gymnastics rings.  Now he has coached many others with the same principles and embarks on his 11th year as a personal trainer out of Portland, Oregon.

Adam’s Coaching Platform: noeasyfeet.com

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This episode of The ATG Podcast dives into the inspiring journey of coach Joe, from struggling with injuries and weight gain to becoming an ATG coach transforming lives. Joe shares how he built his personal training business from the ground up—starting with a home gym, going door-to-door with flyers, and training his first clients. He discusses how discovering ATG principles helped him heal his own chronic injuries and gave him the confidence to coach others effectively. The conversation also covers the balance between in-person and online coaching, the importance of getting hands-on experience, and strategies for building a sustainable training business. Whether you're a coach starting out or someone looking to overcome pain, this episode is packed with valuable lessons on persistence, growth, and making an impact in your community.

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This episode of The ATG Podcast takes you inside a real client consultation, breaking down the process of assessing injuries, setting goals, and building confidence in long-term training success. Lead trainer Ben Claire Field walks through a knee rehab consultation, demonstrating ATG’s structural balance approach and how it applies to everyone—from pro athletes to everyday people wanting to move pain-free. The conversation also covers the importance of valuing coaching, pricing strategies, and why personal training should be personal. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or just someone looking to regain pain-free movement, this episode highlights how ATG helps people overcome injuries and reclaim their abilities.

Join us for a chat with Steven, a rising ATG Level 3 coach who started by fixing his own hamstring strain and ended up transforming lives from his garage gym. He shares how he helped his mom go from severe knee pain to achieving her first pull-up at age 46, and explains why focusing on your own training is key to gaining the confidence to coach others. Hear inspiring stories of clients in their sixties and seventies rediscovering their love of movement, plus Steven’s vision for building a full-fledged gym that blends expert one-on-one coaching with a supportive, family-like community. If you’re a trainer—or just someone hungry to unlock pain-free performance—you’ll find plenty of practical tips and motivation in this episode.

In this episode of the ATG Podcast, we talk with Nolan, a father of four who runs his own gym in Oregon. He shares how he balances raising a busy family while creating a flexible, community-focused training environment. Nolan explains his shift from traditional CrossFit methods to a more personalized, ATG-driven approach—placing an emphasis on helping people of all ages and backgrounds develop true functional strength. It’s a conversation about blending family life, fitness, and the positive impact a well-run gym can have on an entire community.

Meet George, a dedicated ATG Level 3 coach who grew up immersed in sports and found new purpose in fitness. In this episode, he shares his early days playing hockey, his decade-long coaching career, and how discovering ATG reignited his passion for helping clients. Listen as he talks about balancing in-person and online training, the power of community, and his vision for expanding ATG’s presence worldwide.

Join us as Jason opens up about his basketball injury, struggles with addiction, and how rediscovering fitness—first with CrossFit and then ATG—helped him rebuild his life. Through personal tragedy and resilience, Jason found a renewed passion for coaching and creating a supportive community. Hear how he’s using ATG principles to help others overcome pain, regain confidence, and transform their lives.

In this episode, Ben talks with Manish, one of the first Level 3 ATG coaches in the Eastern Hemisphere. From his athletic roots in cricket and kickboxing to becoming a life-changing coach, Manish shares how he helps high-performing professionals overcome pain and regain their health. He reveals the power of empathy, consistency, and purpose in coaching while discussing his unique training methods and ambitious goal to help 10,000 people live pain-free by 2025. Tune in for practical insights on building a coaching business, staying motivated, and making a real difference in people’s lives.

In this episode of the ATG Podcast, we're joined by Eric Williams, an emerging Level 3 ATG coach with a rich background in CrossFit. Together with Alyssa and Ben, they explore Eric's unique journey from CrossFit gym ownership to embracing the ATG methodology. The conversation delves into the challenges and insights of running a fitness business, the evolution of his coaching style, and strategic advice for new and aspiring ATG coaches. They discuss the importance of building demand as a personal trainer before scaling up, the nuances of different client types, and how ATG can expand while ensuring coach success and brand integrity.