Fortis After Hours Podcast

Nate & Liz Ribaudo
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Welcome to the Fortis After Hours Podcast!  Join Nate and Liz as they dive into unfiltered conversations about fitness, mental health, relationships, powerlifting, and everything in between. From navigating life as a married couple running a business together, to chasing PRs and personal growth outside of the gym, no topic is off-limits. Expect honest insights, practical advice, and plenty of healthy banter as we redefine what strong really means in and out of the gym.

  1. 1D AGO

    Ep. 18 | A Deep Dive Into Warm Up Jumps

    Send a text Skipping warm-ups is the fastest way to turn a good training day into a frustrating one. We want you to have a repeatable warm-up plan you can use for the big compound lifts, whether you train for powerlifting or you just want your squat, bench press, and deadlift to feel smoother and stronger. We map out a clear path to warm up jumps for the Squat, Bench and Deadlift so that you can be on point and ready for those top sets. Subscribe for more strength training and powerlifting coaching conversations, share this with a training partner who skips warm-ups, and leave a review if it helps your next session.  Support the show Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow! - You can now become a Fortis After Hours Supporter by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support - Follow us on social media for daily fitness and powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client success stories! @fortisfitnessstudio - HOSTED BY @lizribaudo_fortis @nateribaudo_fortis

    35 min

  2. MAR 9

    Ep. 17 | A Good Spotting Crew Keeps You Safe And Unlocks Your Full Potential

    Send a text Ever felt a rock-solid set turn sketchy in a blink? We’ve been there and that’s why we’re unpacking the real reasons spotting should be a priority when you’re moving meaningful weight. Safety is the first objective, but the bigger story is how the right spotter crew sharpens focus, frees your mind, and actually helps your squat and bench move faster and cleaner. If you’re lifting at loads where real consequences exist, grab a spotter, set clear roles, and let the energy of a good crew lift with you.  Enjoyed this one? Subscribe, share it with a training partner, and leave a review to help more lifters train safer and stronger. Support the show Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow! - You can now become a Fortis After Hours Supporter by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support - Follow us on social media for daily fitness and powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client success stories! @fortisfitnessstudio - HOSTED BY @lizribaudo_fortis @nateribaudo_fortis

    21 min

  3. MAR 2

    Ep.16 | Percentages, Ranges, or RPE, Which Programming Method is Best?

    Send a text Chasing strength isn’t about guessing the heaviest plate math you can survive today. It’s about picking the right load for the right stimulus so you stack clean reps, build confidence, and show up stronger next week. We dig into the three big ways Powerlifting coaches like to load training: percentages, ranges, and RPE. We break down each method and share where it shines, and where it falls apart. If you want steady strength gains, fewer misses, and cleaner reps that carry to the platform, this conversation gives you the framework: use percentages for basic structure and beginners, ranges for a more tailored approach, and RPE for intelligent auto-regulation.  If this helped, follow the show, share it with a training partner, and leave a quick review so more lifters can find it. Thanks for being a part of the Fortis community! Support the show Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow! - You can now become a Fortis After Hours Supporter by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support - Follow us on social media for daily fitness and powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client success stories! @fortisfitnessstudio - HOSTED BY @lizribaudo_fortis @nateribaudo_fortis

    42 min

  4. FEB 16

    Ep. 15 | Stronger Together: How We Run A Gym, Coach Each Other, And Still Love Each Other

    Send a text What does it really take to run a gym with your spouse, coach each other, and still want to train together tomorrow? We give you an insight into our day-to-day, where structure meets spontaneity and turned from chaos into forward momentum. We start with the shift from separate careers to full-time partners and the messiness that came with it: unclear roles, scattered tasks, and no real plan. The breakthrough happened when we found our strengths. One of us thrives in building systems and timelines; the other brings creative energy and big moves. Once we stopped working against the grain and started working with it, everything from programming to billing found a home. Media, branding, and team highlights got easier too, thanks to simple briefs and asset checklists that let creative work flow without bottlenecks. Coaching each other was much more difficult. Early on, we tangled personal partner feelings with coach feedback and tried to talk our way through moments that needed silence. Over time we learned the value of space, patience, and treating failure as data instead of drama. Now we co‑coach: we set targets together, keep each other honest on load selection, and accept that long-term progress isn’t linear. The result is steadier training, fewer ego-lifts, and more sessions that actually move the needle. The take away from our story is this: Real progress and strength is only amplified when you surround yourself with others that are like minded. Our community proves strong isn’t a single look.  A 72‑year‑old member cheering for a lifetime PR triple from a national‑level lifter reminds us why we built this place: So everyone has a space to find their strong. If this resonates with your training, your team, or your relationships, tap play and ride along. Then share it with someone who lifts you up, subscribe for more conversations like this, and leave a review so we can keep building a stronger, smarter community together. Support the show Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow! - You can now become a Fortis After Hours Supporter by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support - Follow us on social media for daily fitness and powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client success stories! @fortisfitnessstudio - HOSTED BY @lizribaudo_fortis @nateribaudo_fortis

    37 min

  5. FEB 2

    Ep. 14 | Toe Socks, Tingles, And Tight Shirts: Some of Our Favorite Things

    Send a text Ever wonder what we use for continued success? Today we unpack our favorite things that keep our training consistent and productive: the clothes that match meet-day feel, the shoes that stabilize your base, the pre-workout strategy that fuels hard sets, and the accessories that build muscle where it counts.  We start with the foundation: outfits and footwear that make lifts feel the same in training and competition. Then we tackle pre-workout and carbs, comparing coffee and stim-free formulas to Gorilla Mode, and sharing quick carbs like honey, dates, and applesauce that turn sluggish sessions into strong volume. We also talk warm-ups like thoracic openers, hip circle activation, and rotator cuff work that respect your time while preparing the body for success. We also share honest gear favorites Pioneer belts, Friction Labs chalk, Obsidian ammonia and more. Recovery stays simple, a whey protein shake or a protein bar you’ll actually eat, deep-tissue bodywork or a guided stretching routine, and as much quality sleep as you can manage. If you’re serious about powerlifting and or your fitness and are ready for  practical, repeatable steps that help you reach your goals and take your strength to the next level, this one’s for you. Thanks for listening and be sure to follow the show on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and subscribe on YouTube to catch the video version and help us hit our 500-subscriber push.  Support the show Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow! - You can now become a Fortis After Hours Supporter by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support - Follow us on social media for daily fitness and powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client success stories! @fortisfitnessstudio - HOSTED BY @lizribaudo_fortis @nateribaudo_fortis

    35 min

  6. JAN 26

    Ep. 13 | Making Progress When Life Gets Messy

    Send a text When life throws the unexpected at you, most people ditch the plan. We took the opposite route. Facing months of broken sleep and the emotional weight of a Toby's cognitive decline, we stuck to our routines amongst the chaos, without giving up on training, coaching, or big goals on the calendar. We walk through the real choices that kept us consistent: shifting expectations so the plan bends instead of breaks, using simple systems to remove decisions on tired mornings, and protecting training time as a clean mental space. You’ll hear the difference between predictable chaos and true unknowns, why a set routine matters when you can have it, and how to pivot when you can’t. We also get into practical tactics like repeatable meals, hydration habits that run themselves, and focus cues like headphones and warm-up rituals that flip the switch from scattered to locked in. On the performance side, we unpack what to do when top-end strength disappears. The theme is resilience over perfection: show up, assess honestly, and execute what the day allows. Over time, that steady, adaptable approach beats the all-or-nothing cycle and keeps you moving toward PRs, fat loss, or whatever your fitness goal may be. If this season finds you stretched thin, this conversation gives you a blueprint: fewer decisions, better focus, and training that fits the real day you’re living. If it resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs it, and leave a quick review to help others find us. Support the show Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow! - You can now become a Fortis After Hours Supporter by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support - Follow us on social media for daily fitness and powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client success stories! @fortisfitnessstudio - HOSTED BY @lizribaudo_fortis @nateribaudo_fortis

    27 min

  7. JAN 12

    TWELVE | Meal Prep Bootcamp

    Send a text Ready to stop guessing what to eat and start hitting your goals with less stress? We walk through a practical, no-drama meal prep system for beginners that actually fits your busy week. You’ll learn why prepping just one meal a day can flip your nutrition from chaotic to consistent, and how a few small tools well under $100 remove the friction that makes most people quit. This is the blueprint we use ourselves, built to save time, money, and decision fatigue. We start with the essentials: a digital thermometer to keep chicken juicy and safe, a food scale for accuracy (or measuring cups if you’re on a tight budget), dependable containers, and a rice cooker or Instant Pot to make carbs push-button simple. Then we map out the plan. Choose one or two proteins, a go-to carb like rice or potatoes, and or veggies. Buy in bulk, estimate portions for the week, and decide whether you’ll prep once or split into two shorter sessions for peak freshness. From there, we lay out a step-by-step cooking flow that compresses your total kitchen time. By the end, you’ll have a simple framework you can repeat every week: plan, batch, portion, flavor, and go.  If you’ve tried meal prep before and burned out, this approach brings it back to basics so it sticks. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a reset, and tell us: which meal will you prep first this week? Support the show Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow! - You can now become a Fortis After Hours Supporter by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support - Follow us on social media for daily fitness and powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client success stories! @fortisfitnessstudio - HOSTED BY @lizribaudo_fortis @nateribaudo_fortis

    30 min

  8. JAN 8

    ELEVEN | Stop Doomscrolling, Start Doing

    Send a text Resolutions feel great on day one, and then life happens.  We dig into how to make change stick by shrinking big ambitions into small, repeatable habits that slot into your actual routine. From water and protein to planning and posting daily videos, we share practical examples from our lives that prove consistency isn’t about willpower, it’s about design. We break down the difference between outcomes and behaviors, then show how habit stacking turns good intentions into nearly automatic actions. You’ll hear why tying a protein shake to your workout beats trying to remember to drink protein another time, how creatine adherence can improve when you anchor it to breakfast, and why a time-based walk can be more motivating than chasing a step count you don’t care about. We also talk through scheduling and constraints to protect the habits that matter when schedules get messy. This conversation is honest, simple, and actionable. You’ll get clear strategies to reduce decision fatigue, choose metrics that resonate, and replace doomscrolling with a action. We also share a lightweight accountability idea to help you follow through without the guilt spiral when you miss a day. Whether you’re building strength, dialing in nutrition, or just trying to feel better, these tools help you create momentum and keep it. If this helped, tap follow, subscribe on YouTube, and share this with a friend who’s setting goals. Drop your one habit for the week in the comments so we can cheer you on. Support the show Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow! - You can now become a Fortis After Hours Supporter by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support - Follow us on social media for daily fitness and powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client success stories! @fortisfitnessstudio - HOSTED BY @lizribaudo_fortis @nateribaudo_fortis

    26 min
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Welcome to the Fortis After Hours Podcast!  Join Nate and Liz as they dive into unfiltered conversations about fitness, mental health, relationships, powerlifting, and everything in between. From navigating life as a married couple running a business together, to chasing PRs and personal growth outside of the gym, no topic is off-limits. Expect honest insights, practical advice, and plenty of healthy banter as we redefine what strong really means in and out of the gym.

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  • Creator
    Nate & Liz Ribaudo
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    215
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Fortis After Hours Podcast
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