The Platform Podcast

The Platform Podcast

By Jordan Kunde-WrightHealth & FitnessFitness
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The Platform Podcast episodes

  • 47. "You need to experience failure to appreciate success." | Andrea Lavoie, MSIC Long Cycle, MS Biathlon

    My guest this week is the long awaited interview with Andrea Lavoie. She is a Master of Sport International Class in Long Cycle, Master of Sport in Biathlon, kettlebell sport coach, and a mother of 2. We discuss her athletic background, how becoming a mother affected her training, her coaching philosophy, and how she bounces back from failure. Enjoy! 

    If you enjoy the content please leave a 5 star rating & review, share on social media, and support my work by supporting my affiliates:

    • REGISTER for the Twin Cities Kettlebell Open on October 23rd!!!
    • Kettlebell Kings, use code TCKB to get 10% off
    • Bearfoot Athletics, use code TWINCITIESKETTL to get 10% off
    • Gaspari Nutrition, use code JWright20 at check out for 20% off 
    • Revive Supplements, use code TCKB for 10% off
    • 27 Degrees Apparel, use code TCKB10 for 10% off and $4 of every shirt goes to support mental health charities
      • 1 hr 1 min
    • 46. Why You Can't Stick to Your Diet | Mike Milner creator of Neurotype Training

      Ever wondered why you can't stick to you diet? Spoiler alert, it may be that the plan didn't fit your psychology. This week's guest is Mike Milner (@coach_mike_milner) the CEO of Peak Optimization Performance and creator of Neurotype Training. In this episode we dig into what neurotyping is, the different neurotypes, and how that influecne how you want to eat and train your body differently. To find out your Neurotype, go to https://neurotypetraining.com/personality-diet-assessment-login/ and take the free assessment!

      If you enjoy the content please leave a 5 star rating & review, share on social media, and support my work by supporting my affiliates:

      • REGISTER for the Twin Cities Kettlebell Open on October 23rd!!!
      • Kettlebell Kings, use code TCKB to get 10% off
      • Bearfoot Athletics, use code TWINCITIESKETTL to get 10% off
      • Gaspari Nutrition, use code JWright20 at check out for 20% off your order
        • 59 min
      • 45. Bobby Hicks | Audio-Visual Artist, Kettlebell Sport competitor (part 2)

        My guest this week is once again Bobby Hicks (@thisfellow) back for part 2, and we pick up right where we left off diving into our favorite things about kettlebell sport, Bobby has a shocking revelation about Rocky sequels, plus a hot tip on sleep and more! Enjoy.

        If you enjoy the content please leave a 5 star rating & review, share on social media, and support my work by supporting my affiliates:

        • REGISTER for the Twin Cities Kettlebell Open on October 23rd!!!
        • Kettlebell Kings, use code TCKB to get 10% off
        • Bearfoot Athletics, use code TWINCITIESKETTL to get 10% off
        • Gaspari Nutrition, use code JWright20 at check out for 20% off your order
          • 1 hr 11 min
        • 44. Bobby Hicks | Audio-Visual Artist, Kettlebell Sport competitor (part 1)

          My guest this week is Bobby Hicks (@thisfellow), he is an audio- visual artist who creates exceptional social media content as well as a competitive kettlebell sport athlete. Bobby and I connected over social media throughout this pandemic and he has become a great friend of mine and someone I cannot wait to meet in person. We talked for hours, as we often do, and nerded out hard on how to make better social media content, camera equipment and photography, and much more. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. 

          If you enjoy the content please leave a 5 star rating & review, share on social media, and support my work by supporting my affiliates:

          • REGISTER for the Twin Cities Kettlebell Open on October 23rd!!!
          • Kettlebell Kings, use code TCKB to get 10% off
          • Bearfoot Athletics, use code TWINCITIESKETTL to get 10% off
          • Gaspari Nutrition, use code JWright20 at check out for 20% off your order
            • 1 hr 16 min
          • 43. Amanda Soltys | Kettlebell Athlete

            My guest this week is Amanda Soltys (@kettlebell_khaleesi), a Canadian kettlebell athlete who has been involved in the sport for 1 year. In this episode we take a ride in a Rav4 and talk about the journey into kettlebells and what she has learned so far and her plans for the future!

            If you enjoy the content please leave a 5 star rating & review, share on social media, and support my work by supporting my affiliates:

            • REGISTER for the Twin Cities Kettlebell Open on October 23rd!!!
            • Kettlebell Kings, use code TCKB to get 10% off
            • Bearfoot Athletics, use code TWINCITIESKETTL to get 10% off
            • Gaspari Nutrition, use code JWright20 at check out for 20% off your order
              • 1 hr 4 min
            • 42. Brad Jensen | CEO of Key Nutrition

              My guest this week is Brad Jensen (@thesoberbodybuilder) the CEO of Key Nutrition and host of the Key Nutrition podcast. In this episode we get into Brad's lifelong journey in health & fitness, as well as the darkest depths of his battle with addiction and the lessons he has learned along the way. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did! 

              If you enjoy the content please leave a 5 star rating & review, share on social media, and support my work by supporting my affiliates:

              • REGISTER for the Twin Cities Kettlebell Open on October 23rd!!!
              • Kettlebell Kings, use code TCKB to get 10% off
              • Bearfoot Athletics, use code TWINCITIESKETTL to get 10% off
              • Gaspari Nutrition, use code JWright20 at check out for 20% off your order
                • 1 hr
              • 41. Kate Klaers | Founder & CEO of The Athlete Lab

                In the Season 4 premier, we welcome in Kate Klaers the founder and CEO of the Athlete Lab (@theathletelab) who will be hosting us for the the Twin Cities Kettlebell Open on October 23rd!!! In this episode we get into her background, how the Athlete Lab came to be, and the 5 Functional Healthcare Pillars they use to deliver amazing results to their members. 

                If you enjoy the content please leave a 5 star rating & review, share on social media, and support my work by supporting my affiliates:

                • REGISTER for the Twin Cities Kettlebell Open on October 23rd!!!
                • Kettlebell Kings, use code TCKB to get 10% off
                • Bearfoot Athletics, use code TWINCITIESKETTL to get 10% off
                • Gaspari Nutrition, use code JWright20 at check out for 20% off your order
                  • 53 min
                • 40. David Keohan | St. Paddy's Day Special Episode
                  In this episode we welcome back our favorite Irishman David Keohan, creator of KettleYoga, Master of Sport in Long Cycle, and former Ireland & European Champion. We check in on each other's sanity in this crazy lockdown period while we tip back a couple pints of Guinness and talk whiskey, politics, and of course kettlebell sport. Sláinte!
                  If you enjoy the content please leave a 5 star review and support my work by supporting my affiliates:
                  Kettlebell Kings, use code TCKB to get 10% off
                  Gaspari Nutrition, use code JWright20 at check out for 20% off your order
                  Revive Supplements, use code TCKB to get 10% off
                  Bearfoot Athletics, use code TWINCITIESKETTL to get 10% off
                  Vivo Barefoot shoes
                  2 hr 8 min
                • 39. Jonah Mitchell | Owner Jonah Mitchell Fitness, Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach

                  This week my guest is Jonah Mitchell (@jonahmitchell_fitness), owner of Jonah Mitchell Fitness, and in this episode we get into how we met, what it's like walking off the football field for the last time and why that's so difficult for many athletes, and how he helps former and current athletes now.

                  If you enjoy the content please leave a 5 star rating & review, share on social media, and support my work by supporting my affiliates:

                  • Kettlebell Kings, use code TCKB to get 10% off
                  • Bearfoot Athletics, use code TWINCITIESKETTL to get 10% off
                  • Gaspari Nutrition, use code JWright20 at check out for 20% off your order
                    • 1 hr 7 min
                  • 38. In Memory of Amy Schmaltz | Reflections & Processing

                    The kettlebell sport community is hurting today with the news of Amy's passing. She was 38 and she was most proud of her 2 sons Connor and Jensen. The family has set up a trust for and if you are able and compelled to give, please do so at https://gofund.me/9ca4cc14 

                    My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with Amy's family, friends, and teammates. 


                    This episode is my way of processing and honoring her memory, and recorded with only positive intentions. 

                    22 min

                  About The Platform Podcast

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                  I'm Coach Jordan founder and head coach of the Twin Cities Kettlebell Club (@twincitieskettlebellclub) and my mission is to improve the lives of others by helping build sustainable, healthy…