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Buckle-up boys & girls…it’s about to get real. My TRUE STRENGTH book comes out this week (Tuesday) and today we have my lovely bride Melanie in the house to discuss a ton of “behind-the-scenes” content with you on the book. It’s always special to have her in the “podcast house.” On today’s episode, she interviews me on some of the toughest of times and we discuss my answers. Get ready to dive in…
 Of course we are going to talk about what’s inside the book and what transpired during the toughest 3.5 year stretch of my life. TRUE STRENGTH is a book that is designed to help you thrive in the face of any adversity (burnout, transition, crisis, change, soul searching, a split, an injury, a diagnosis, a fork in the road, a rut--you name it). In the book, I share my deep personal journey of transformation and resilience over the past 3.5 years (2020-2023) during the pandemic while simultaneously overcoming excruciating physical back pain, mental anguish and depression, in hopes of serving as a beacon of hope for anyone navigating life’s darkest valleys. I also candidly share how I found my purpose in pain, faith in failure, and ultimately - growth, all while facing these gut-wrenching challenges.
Today, I get to talk about some of these with the person who was by-my-side the entire time, my wife Melanie. She has seen me at my best. She has now seen me at my worst. Today, she interviews me about TRUE STRENGTH.
Without further ado, here is what we talk about and some of the questions Melanie asks Todd on today’s IMPACT SHOW podcast:
An epilogue from Melanie. WOW!
TRUE STRENGTH. The book comes out June 18th. It’s deep. It’s scary stuff to share. It’s a crazy story. How are you feeling?
What is your favorite part of the book TRUE STRENGTH?
What are a few takeaways you would like others to get out of the book?
The pandemic. Fitness Quest 10 closes down. Death-threats when GET YOUR MIND RIGHT came out. The gym being closed. 2nd knee replacement. Selling a big portion of the business. Then the back. The back. UGHHH. That danged back in 2021 & 2022. WOW. And then all the brain fog. A 3rd knee surgery. And then the sleep apnea diagnosis. ALL of it. ALL of that in 3.5 years. That’s A LOT. How did you get through it?
Please share 2 or 3 of your hardest personal struggles and battles during your darkest hours.
Tell me the truth. Were you ever scared during this time? When?
What were some of your top “negative” emotions?
Depression. Do you feel you were ever depressed?
What helped you during the dark days to help YOU get through?
There were 2 really Low, Low, dark MOMENTS for me in all this. Talk about these….
One was the doctor telling you that you needed a 14-hour back fusion surgery. Talk      about that. The other was the moment in Mexico. Talk about that… Dr. Amen. I was convinced we needed to see him. You were jacked-up. You denied a lot of it. I made the call to his offices to get you to see him because YOU would not. Can you please explain WHY we did not go see him… 
You were diagnosed with Sleep apnea in 2023. Why was that important? Talk about that….
Out of this entire process of 3.5 years…
What was the HARDEST or WORST part… What was the BEST part…. What did you learn during this entire 3.5 year period? What lessons did you glean?
What role did faith play in ALL of it?
What are you MOST EXCITED for these days now that you are through all this…
What an episode. I hope you enjoyed this deep conversation with Melanie & Todd. If so, please go over to Apple iTunes and give the Todd Durkin IMPACT SHOW a 5-star rating and write a positive review that really helps us climb up the podcast charts. Every review matters. 
Also, please share this podcast episode with your loved ones and post it on your IG Stories and tag Melanie and me. Tag us at:
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You talk about icons and heroes! I recently had the incredible opportunity to go to Elaine LaLanne’s home (for a 2nd time!) in Central CA. Elaine is the 98-year old wife of the late Jack LaLanne, who serves as the iconic godfather of the fitness craze starting in the 1940’s. Literally. There is a movie coming out on Jack LaLanne’s life in 2025 (played by Mark Wahlberg) and it truly is a treat to have Elaine come back on the IMPACT SHOW for a repeat performance and talk about some of the amazing and heroic things in Jack’s life. You talk about legacy…you must listen to this one…
 
Here is some of what I asked the witty and special Elaine LaLanne on this week’s IMPACT SHOW podcast:
How would you summarize Jack in one sentence? (Asked by my son Brady…)
If someone does not know who Jack LaLanne is, can you tell us about him and some of his amazing feats?
How often did Jack do his deep breathwork?
Jack was the king of 1-liners. What is your favorite one-liner from him?  
How long were you two married and what kept you married for that long?
How often did you disagree or argue and how did you overcome any disagreements?
What would Jack say to someone trying to get back in shape and how did he encourage them?
You are 98 years-old. What the heck keeps you going and what most excites you these days?
You talk about how all Jack wanted to do is help people help themselves. How did he best do this.
AND THEN SOME. Share with us some other things that we might not know about Jack or you that you think the world deserves to hear.
What a special episode as my son Brady, great friend Greg Justice, and I were fortunate enough to be in the presence of fitness royalty. It truly was an honor to spend a couple days at her place and talk all things “Jack LaLanne.” If you enjoy this episode, please share it and tag us at:
IG: @ToddDurkin @jackandelaine_lalanne
 
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3 Announcements:
Time to SIGN-UP for the Event of the Year—The Todd Durkin IMPACT SUMMIT
July 11-14th in Los Angeles, CA 
#BeInTheRoom
Click here for all the details.
For years, I’ve wanted to create the most epic event on the planet. Energy. People. Workouts. Mind-riveting talks that will explode your brand and business. Life-changing stories and content that will literally 10x-100x your business…and your LIFE!
It’s called the Todd Durkin IMPACT SUMMIT and it’s going to be a Retreat & Event unlike any I’ve ever done…or that you’ve ever been to!
Be there from July 11-14, 2024, in Los Angeles, CA. Mark your calendars. Click here for all the details.
Get Your book order or Bundle for TRUE STRENGTH books TODAY.  TRUE STRENGTH book comes out in June 18th. You can PURCHASE IT NOW (before June 18th) and you will receive a SIGNED-COPY for pre-ordering!!! 

 Bulk-order discounts are also available for PRE-ORDER and you will receive Maximum savings and discount when you “Buy a bulk” of books (5 or more)…
http://todddurkin.com/true-strength 
Ready to bring IMPACT to your Community and open an IMPACT-X Performance Facility??
NOW is the time to “BRING THE LIGHT” to your COMMUNITY.
Find out HOW to do that right here…
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It’s about to get deep. Todd was recently interviewed by Coach360 News CEO Kathleen Ferguson on all things IMPACT-X Performance and LIFE. Todd shares WHY he’s doing what he’s doing, his vision and intention for what IXP is going to do nationwide, and how he’s handling all that’s going on. This is a soul-bearing episode and one that will hopefully inspire you on many different levels.
Here are some of the questions that Todd answered and discusses with Kathleen on today’s IMPACT SHOW:
You have a ton going on in many aspects of life. How are you keeping it all together and doing what you are doing?
What does your wife Melanie think about all this?
You have shared your 4-pillars of your new fitness franchise concept. Why NOW and what are you most excited for with all going on?
What differentiates IMPACT-X Performance from any other fitness brand out there?
What fears did you have prior to launch and what scares you the most about this new endeavor?
Both your new TRUE STRENGTH book and IMPACT-X Performance have a heavy philanthropic side to them. It seems like there is a big commitment to both suicide prevention and mental health initiatives. Please talk more about that and why you are so passionate about that…
You seem to be excited about the upcoming IMPACT SUMMIT live event in July. What gets you so fired-up for that and why should someone consider going to that?
Final thoughts. What are they? Take us inside your head…
Enjoy this episode. It was a fun, deep, and inquisitive conversation that will surely lend you great wisdom and value. If it benefits you, please share a clip or snippet of your experience on your social media or in your newsletter or email. You can tag Todd and Kathleen at:
Todd:  @ToddDurkin @impactxperformance
Kathleen:  @coach360news @kfergfit
Check out www.impactXfranchise.com or www.ToddDurkin.com for more information. 
 
3 Announcements: 
1.  TRUE STRENGTH book comes out in June 18th. You can PURCHASE IT NOW (before June 18th) and you will receive a SIGNED-COPY for pre-ordering!!!

Bulk-order discounts are also available for PRE-ORDER and you will receive Maximum savings and discount when you “Buy a bulk” of books (5 or more)…
http://todddurkin.com/true-strength 
 
2. Are you SIGNED-UP for the IMPACT SUMMIT yet?
July 11-14th in Los Angeles, CA
#BeInTheRoom
Click here for all the details.
For years, I’ve wanted to create the most epic event on the planet. Energy. People. Workouts. Mind-riveting talks that will explode your brand and business. Life-changing stories and content that will literally 10x-100x your business…and your LIFE!
It’s called the Todd Durkin IMPACT SUMMIT and it’s going to be a Retreat & Event unlike any I’ve ever done…or that you’ve ever been to!
Be there from July 11-14, 2024, in Los Angeles, CA. Mark your calendars. Click here for all the details.
 
3. Ready to bring IMPACT to your Community and open an IMPACT-X Performance Facility??
NOW is the time to “BRING THE LIGHT” to your COMMUNITY.
Find out HOW to do that right here…
www.IMPACT-XFranchise.com

READY FOR EVEN MORE ONGOING MOTIVATION & INSPIRATION? 
SIGN-UP FOR THE “DOSE OF DURKIN” TODAY!!
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Get Your IMPACT JOURNAL today at www.ToddDurkin.com https://fitnessquest10.infusionsoft.app/app/orderForms/IMPACT-Journal

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WOW. The energy, buzz, and chatter about the BIG NEWS with the launch of the IMPACT-X Performance fitness & coaching franchise last week has been nothing short of astounding. Thank you for all your comments, encouragement, and excitement. I’m more pumped than ever for all that is manifesting and the LIGHT that is beginning to radiate globally.
Today, I want to go a bit deeper on several things in regards to the ANNOUNCEMENT made last week, as it relates to the IMPACT-X Performance franchise. Here is some of what I discuss: 
The Calling and the Crusade and why they fire me up.
Why I love to teach & mentor and 5 opportunities that exist today.
5 Ways IMPACT-X Performance (IXP) can serve and benefit you.
Why someone might want to potentially own an IXP franchise.
4 reasons why an existing gym or training facility might want to consider rebranding their facility to IXP. 
How there are already 6 facilities already and how they are rebranding (Sayre, PA; Horseheads, NY; Corning, NY; Ithaca, NY; Londonderry, NH; Columbia City, IN)
The 4 pillars of IXP and what I’m most excited for (Faith, Fitness, Recovery, and Life-Coaching).
My Next Steps and 5-things I’m focusing on right now.
10 Must-Answer questions that will help you “Live a Life Worth Telling a Story About.”
It’s TIME for the LIGHT to shine. #BeTheLight
 
I hope you enjoy today’s episode. So many exciting things happening and I love the energy, momentum, and hubbub being created. If you could please do me a favor and go over to itunes and give the Todd Durkin IMPACT SHOW podcast a 5-star rating and write an inspirational review. It really helps us climb up the podcast charts. Also, please share a story or two on your IG and tag me at…
IG: @ToddDurkin @impactXperformance
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1.IMPACT-X Performance Franchise Opportunity - Get all the details at www.impactXfranchise.com. Don't miss out on this incredible chance!
2. BE IN THE ROOM for the Todd Durkin IMPACT SUMMIT
July 11-14, 2024 (Los Angeles, CA)
For years, I’ve wanted to create the most epic event on the planet. Energy. People. Workouts. Mind-riveting talks that will explode your brand and business. Life-changing stories and content that will literally 10x-100x your business…and your LIFE!
It’s called the Todd Durkin IMPACT SUMMIT and it’s going to be a Retreat & Event unlike any I’ve ever done…or that you’ve ever been to!
Be there from July 11-14, 2024, in Los Angeles, CA. Mark your calendars. Click here for all the details.
3. TRUE STRENGTH book
My new book drops on May 31st, 2024! TRUE STRENGTH is a memoir that I’ve been working on intensely for 6-months now and it is DEEP. Like deeper than anything I’ve ever shared, let alone written. Get ready to discover your true strength.

READY FOR EVEN MORE ONGOING MOTIVATION & INSPIRATION?
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If you are not signed-up for the Dose of Durkin, make sure you Sign-up NOW for your weekly “Dose” delivered every Thursday. You will simply get a Quote of Day, a weekly workout challenge, and my MINDSET HACK for the week.
Sign-up today: www.ToddDurkin.com       

Get Your IMPACT JOURNAL today at www.ToddDurkin.com https://fitnessquest10.infusionsoft.app/app/orderForms/IMPACT-Journal


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Please keep your questions coming so I can highlight you on the podcast!!

If you have a burning question and want to be featured on the IMPACT show, go to www.todddurkin.com/podcast, fill out the form, and submit your questions!



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My friends, it’s a special day. I’ve had it circled on the calendar for several months now. Back in July/August 2023, I had a “Reinvention Series” podcast series where I shared my story of back-pain and many of the trials and challenges I had overall a 3.5 year period. Well, welcome to my new series starting today called “THE ANNOUNCEMENT.”
Little did I know that this 3.5 year struggle through the pandemic, surgeries, back-pain, incredible stress, the sale of a portion of my business, and multiple setbacks would lead me to my next step… and it’s a BIG ONE…the start of a new fitness & coaching franchise. Yep. IMPACT-X Performance is a new franchise concept that I just launched that combines Fitness, Recovery, Life-Coaching, and Faith. Read that again. 
In Part 1 of today’s ANNOUNCEMENT SERIES, here is what I discuss…
3.5 years of adversity, trial, tribulations, and severe challenge have lead to this moment. 
What is the ANNOUNCEMENT?
My mission & vision of IMPACT-X Performance and WHY I’m so fired-up.
Fitness. What makes it different?
Recovery. Why put a dedicated “Recovery” area in IMPACT-X Performance (IXP) and what specifically is in it?
Life-Coaching. We will call it “SUCCESS COACHING.” But in September, I started the TD IMPACT Life-Coaching Certification. I didn’t even know when it started that all this would happen. It really picked-up steam in October 2023. But the life-coaching is something ALL clients/members will have access to.
FAITH. Whaaatt? Yep. Why I’m putting faith into one of our 4 core pillars. How am I going to fold-it into the offerings? Do you have to be of “faith” to train there or even have a location?
My “cradle-to-grave” concept to help people go from college or certification to IMPACT-MAKER!
Final Thoughts. Be a LIGHTHOUSE!!
I am so excited. I know that everything happens for a reason. And the pain, challenges, and setbacks that I faced over the a 3.5 year period have all lead to this moment. Buckle-up and today kicks off a several-week series of me going DEEP on all things “WHAT’s NEXT?”
Please SHARE your enthusiasm of today’s episode on your Social Media. Please tag me at:
IG: @ToddDurkin
 
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Are you ready to immerse yourself in an environment that will catapult your personal & professional success like never before? 
If you answered “YES” to any of these questions… Then you must “BE IN THE ROOM” for this event.
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Sign-up today: www.ToddDurkin.com       

Get Your IMPACT JOURNAL today at www.ToddDurkin.com https://fitnessquest10.infusionsoft.app/app/orderForms/IMPACT-Journal

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Simply text me “IMPACT” to (619)304.2216 and you are on your way to receiving exclusive content and even more motivation & inspiration. Sign-up TODAY! 

Please keep your questions coming so I can highlight you on the podcast!!

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Just one week away from the biggest announcement of my career, I felt compelled to share my “State of the Union” address as it relates to the fitness industry, people, faith, and even politics. Yes, I need to get a few things off my chest today as I’ve been watching our society unfold, stress sky-rocket, and some people become even more crazy. I know not OUR IMPACT-SHOW listeners but if there’s ever a time for us to step-up, it’s NOW. And speaking of the fitness industry, I share my thoughts on where we are at, where it’s going, and why fitness is going to play an even more crucial role than ever before in everyone’s life…and what we need to do about it.
Specifically, here is what I share on today’s IMPACT SHOW:
WARNING: Listen at your own risk. This will be unlike any episode I’ve shared to date. 
Politics and country. How do I really feel about both. 
“10” different ways People are showing up today.
The alarming statistics of health & fitness today and what we are to do about it. 
The state of the fitness industry and 8-trends that we must heed attention to.
6-different “recovery” trends that are ever-popular and will play an important role in our “recovery” as a nation.
Why “LIVE EVENTS” are imperative today for all people, how it helps drive community, and why we must get back to showing up LIVE at the gym, at events, and even at work. #BeInTheRoom
Am I retiring…or rewiring??
BIGGEST ANNOUNCEMENT in 25-years next week (Monday, May 13th, 2024). #TuneIn 
Definitely a different flavor today as we prepare for the BIG news next week. If you liked the trends, predictions, or my “State of the Union,” please give it a share on your social media and be sure to tag me at:
IG: @ToddDurkin
#IMPACTShow #StateOfUnion
 
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ABOUT Todd Durkin (HOST):
Todd Durkin is one of the world’s leading coaches, trainers, and motivators. It’s no secret why some of the world’s top athletes have trained with him for nearly two decades. He’s a best-selling author, a motivational speaker, and founded the legendary Fitness Quest 10 in San Diego, CA. He currently coaches fellow trainers, coaches, and life-transformers in his Todd Durkin Mastermind group. Here, he mentors and shares his 25-years of wisdom in the industry on business, leadership, marketing, training, and personal growth.

Todd was a coach on the NBC & Netflix show “STRONG.” He’s a previous Jack LaLanne Award winner, a 2-time Trainer of the Year. Todd and his wife Melanie head up the Durkin IMPACT Foundation (501-c-3) that has raised over $250,000 since it started in 2013. 100% of all proceeds go back to kids and families in need. https://todddurkin.com/impact-foundation/

To learn more about Todd, visit www.ToddDurkin.com and www.FitnessQuest10.com.

Join his fire-breathing dragons’ community and receive regular motivational and inspirational emails. Visit  www.ToddDurkin.com and opt-in to receive his value-rich content.

Connect with Todd online in the following places:

You can listen to Todd’s podcast, The IMPACT Show, by going to www.todddurkin.com/podcast.

You can get any of his books by clicking here!  (Get Your Mind Right, WOW BOOK, The IMPACT Body Plan, What’s Next?)

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