The Coaches Corner University Podcast

Paul Oneid

A podcast dedicated to raising the bar for online coaching. We cut through the BS to deliver evidence based education and industry best-practices for you and your clients. 

  1. #185 - Don’t Throw In The Towel - Tasha “Wolf” Whalen

    MAR 3

    #185 - Don’t Throw In The Towel - Tasha “Wolf” Whalen

    This week, I sit down with my great friend and one of the most genuinely kind and passionate people I’ve ever met.  Tasha is the co-owner of Ideal Strength and has been coaching since 2005.  She is an International Elite Powerlifter, currently ranked #1 female powerlifter in Washington State and among the top 20 in the world. She holds multiple world records, including the deadlift world record in the lightweight Strongwoman division. When she’s not breaking records, she’s climbing them—literally—as an avid mountaineer and adventurer. Her academic background reflects her curiosity and discipline. She studied Cultural Anthropology, Archaeology, and Dance at the University of Washington and Exercise Science and Athletic Training at Central Washington University. Her professional certifications include Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certified (PPSC), Certified Conditioning Coach, and Certified Mental Performance Coach Tasha’s passion lies in helping others unlock their potential—physically and mentally—by strengthening both their bodies and their minds. We discussed 00:47 Opening the Gym 03:12 Freedom vs. Location 08:41 Fear of Risk 13:02 From Runner to Lifter 15:05 Conquering the Deadlift 19:01 Learning to Serve 28:00 The Empathy Edge 33:45 Coaching Yourself First 44:49 Lasting Impact 51:33 Comeback From Injury 57:10 Never Quit 58:47 Back to Running Find Tasha Website - https://idealstrength.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironwolf03/?hl=en __________ Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry.  If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com.  If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com  Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance __________ -🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach: www.coachescorneru.com 💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance: www. masterathletic.com Who am I and why should you listen to me? Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics. RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

    1h 2m
  2. #184 - How The World’s Strongest Woman Empowers Her Clients - Erin Murray

    FEB 24

    #184 - How The World’s Strongest Woman Empowers Her Clients - Erin Murray

    This week, I sat down with Erin Murray, Owner of the online training business Buns and Boulders.  Erin primarily offers online coaching, both one-on-one and club-based, but has a larger presence as an athlete. She is a professional strongwoman athlete and 4-time World's Strongest Woman, the only person in the sport to win that title across multiple weight classes. Unlike many elite athletes, Erin did not grow up playing sports; she was introduced to strength training later in life as part of treatment for an eating disorder. What began as a tool for rebuilding her relationship with her body evolved into a lifelong pursuit of strength and performance. After briefly exploring powerlifting and CrossFit, Erin found her home in strongman, where she has worked her way to the highest level over the past 10 years. Today, she brings lived experience and elite-level insight to her coaching, blending performance-driven training with a nuanced understanding of the physical and psychological aspects of strength. We discussed: 02:06 - The Marketing-Before-Coaching Trap 03:22 - The "Retiring to Serve Clients" Narrative 10:12 - Niching Out vs. Niching Down 12:01 - Empowerment as the Common Thread 18:44 - Starting Clients Psychologically Where They're At 24:17 - People Before Programs 32:31 - Evolution of Your Athletic "Why" 36:54 - Weight Manipulation and Body Dysmorphia 44:30 - The Value of In-Person Coaching 47:12 - Retention Over Acquisition as Business Strategy Find Erin Website - https://www.instagram.com/erinmurray.wsw/ IG - @erinmurray.wsw __________ Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry.  If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com.  If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com  Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance __________ -🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach: www.coachescorneru.com 💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance: www. masterathletic.com Who am I and why should you listen to me? Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics. RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

    57 min
  3. #183 - Leveraging Your Personal Story - Joel Staley

    FEB 19

    #183 - Leveraging Your Personal Story - Joel Staley

    Today I sat down with Joel Staley, Owner of Total Reset Coaching. He helps business owners, executives, and leaders uncover hidden gaps in their energy, focus, and performance so they can lead their teams, families, and lives at the highest level. Over the years, he’s worked with over 2,000 high-performing men who are already successful on paper, but still feel drained, distracted, or stuck in routines that quietly limit their influence, stamina, and results. His clients don’t just improve their health and fitness, they unlock a new version of themselves: sharper, more disciplined, more commanding, and more capable of handling the pressures of high performance.  Joel is a pro-physique competitor, author, podcaster, and business owner, and has personally faced challenges that would test anyone’s energy and focus, including surviving late-stage cancer, while still raising a family and running a successful business. Because of this, he coaches from experience, not theory, and knows what it takes to optimize every area of life under real-world pressure. His approach combines evidence-based routines, mental performance strategies, and subtle identity shifts that create lasting change without burnout, gimmicks, or extreme measures. He has seen firsthand how a small set of adjustments, guided by a fresh perspective, can create massive breakthroughs in energy, focus, and leadership. We discussed 01:08 - Quitting with 10 clients 04:02 - Getting closed hard 10:26 - Delusional belief as superpower 15:42 - Six months of symptoms 22:10 - Getting the diagnosis 31:00 - Business during chemo 34:02 - Community over AI 39:40 - Not the cancer guy 47:03 - 90-day model structure 56:07 - Commitment over programming Find Joel Website - totalresetcoaching.com IG - @joelstaleyfitness __________ Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry.  If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com.  If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com  Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance __________ -🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach: www.coachescorneru.com 💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance: www. masterathletic.com Who am I and why should you listen to me? Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics. RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

    1h 1m
  4. #182 - How to Tell Your Authentic Story - Hope Agbolosoo

    FEB 17

    #182 - How to Tell Your Authentic Story - Hope Agbolosoo

    Today I sat down with Hope Agbolosoo, who is a Toronto-based content creator. Hope, born in Ghana, is a former Big Brother Canada contestant who shares his journey of resilience and growth to inspire others. He builds basketball courts in Ghana, creates lifestyle content to help people gain confidence, and believes in making an impact regardless of origins. Through city exploration, travel, fitness, and community service, Hope embodies gratitude and demonstrates that anyone can build a meaningful legacy. We discussed: 10:13 - Failure to fit in created the ability to connect 14:39 - Opportunities expose weaknesses and reveal strengths 15:20 - Fear of judgment and letting go 18:12 - Imposter syndrome as a lack of preparation 21:46 - Seven-day fast revelation about becoming someone else 25:00 - Environment determines self-recognition 32:09 - Vulnerable content creates meaningful connections 39:40 - Resonance vs trends in content strategy 54:53 - Moving to exercise free will 1:02:18 - Belief as the foundation Find Hope Email - hopeagbo@gmail.com IG - @hopefitness __________ Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry.  If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com.  If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com  Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance __________ -🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach: www.coachescorneru.com 💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance: www. masterathletic.com Who am I and why should you listen to me? Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics. RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

    1h 6m
  5. #181 - A Complete Guide to Building a Personal Training Business - Dan Stephenson

    FEB 12

    #181 - A Complete Guide to Building a Personal Training Business - Dan Stephenson

    Dan is a strength coach, educator, and owner of Ideal Strength LLC, a coaching-focused training business based in the Seattle area. With over 20 years in the fitness industry, Dan specializes in helping coaches sharpen their eye for movement, simplify program design, and apply training principles with real-world context—not just textbook theory. Through 1:1 coaching, small-group training, and professional education, Dan works with both everyday clients and fitness professionals—many from high-performing, high-stress careers—to build resilient, adaptable strength. His approach emphasizes clarity, intent, and long-term development over complexity for complexity’s sake. Dan is passionate about mentoring coaches, creating practical educational resources, and bridging the gap between “knowing the science” and coaching effectively on the floor. We discuss: 01:04 - Dan's 20-Year Coaching Journey 05:29 - Continuous Education and Learning 12:05 - In-Person vs Online Coaching 19:25 - Cueing Strategies and Learning Styles 24:17 - How Long to Coach In-Person First 30:47 - The Hybrid Coaching Model 34:06 - Competition Makes Better Coaches 38:26 - Managing Client Stress and Recovery 50:39 - Building Your Book of Business 52:58 - Listening vs Responding Find Dan: Instagram: @idealstrength  Website: www.idealstrength.com __________ Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry.  If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com.  If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com  Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance __________ -🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach: www.coachescorneru.com 💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance: www. masterathletic.com Who am I and why should you listen to me? Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics. RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

    1h 6m
  6. #179 - Building an Integrated Physical Therapy Practice - Dr. Andrew Cook

    FEB 5

    #179 - Building an Integrated Physical Therapy Practice - Dr. Andrew Cook

    This week, I sat down with Dr Andrew Cook, PT, DPT, CSCS, BFRc, FDN Andrew Cook is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He received his degree in Physical Therapy from Florida Gulf Coast University and his CSCS certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Andrew received his Bachelor's degree in Human Development from Binghamton University, where he was a 4-year starter for the Division 1 lacrosse program. While there, he was named to the American East All-Rookie team and the American East All-Academic Team, and served as a team captain. Andrew took his love of sports and fitness, along with his passion for helping others, and started Cook Performance & Therapy upon graduation. Andrew has worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds. From young athletes to active adults, Fortune 500 clients, individuals looking to avoid joint replacement surgery and those suffering from pain or dysfunction that want to get back to doing what they love. He utilizes hands-on manual therapy, exercise prescription and movement analysis to get you pain-free and performing at your best. He also utilizes Functional Dry Needling, Blood Flow Restriction Training and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM). We discussed 01:37 - Integrated Approach Between Coaches and Therapists 04:56 - Movement-Based Rehab Philosophy 08:27 - Building a Hybrid Performance and PT Facility 33:36 - Limitations of the Insurance-Based Model 37:13 - Functional vs. Arbitrary Progression Benchmarks 25:46 - Assessment Strategies That Inform Training 12:29 - Creating Gaps for Client Autonomy 47:49 - Hiring and Building the Right Team 22:28 - Why Referring Out Strengthens Your Practice 1:00:14 - Payment Structure and Client Commitment Find Andrew Website: Www.adaptperformanceandtraining.com IG - @adaptperformancecenter __________ Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry.  If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com.  If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com  Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance __________ -🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach: www.coachescorneru.com 💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance: www. masterathletic.com Who am I and why should you listen to me? Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics. RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

    1h 5m
  7. #178 - The Hybrid Athlete Blueprint - Cody Miller

    FEB 3

    #178 - The Hybrid Athlete Blueprint - Cody Miller

    In this episode, I sit down with the Strength Coach and Founder of Hoopie Hybrid, Cody Miller.  Cody and I met in 2010, when we were both working at Robert Morris University and have been friends ever since.   Cody spent over 10 years as a collegiate strength and conditioning coach before transitioning to tactical strength and conditioning 3 years ago. He runs and lifts (the kids call this “hybrid”) and is training for a 100-mile race in February. He cofounded Hoopie Hybrid with his beautiful wife, Cayt. It launched in January 2024 and comprises online, hybrid training groups and programs. Cody and Cayt enjoy hanging out with their two pitbull mutts, Millie and Ollie, and enjoy going to the beach every spare moment they can. We discuss: Cody's career trajectory from college strength and conditioning to the U.S military.  Using your athletic pursuits to fuel your career.  True effort comes from finding the extremes in your pursuits.  Chaos, heart rate and zone training.  An argument for zone 2 maxing.  An argument against zone 2.  Why must you practice what you coach?  Being fit enough to push aerobic capacity.  Using training to improve mental resilience.  Creating wins and handling losses. Approaching an exercise modality where mechanical failure does not exist.  The concept of durability and toughness.  Eye-opening experiences in training tactical populations.  A common person who can do uncommon things.  Running won't affect gains… If you suck at both.  Seasons of life and what's to come.  Path dependency.  The Biggest lesson for a young Cody.  Greatest achievement as a coach.  Find Cody: Website - hoopiehybrid.com Instagram - @hoopiehybrid @cody_hoopiehybrid @cayt_hoopiehybrid __________ Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry.  If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com.  If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com  Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance __________ -🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach: www.coachescorneru.com 💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance: www. masterathletic.com Who am I and why should you listen to me? Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics. RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

    1h 8m
  8. #177 - The Psychology of Getting Super Shredded - Joe Connolly

    JAN 29

    #177 - The Psychology of Getting Super Shredded - Joe Connolly

    In this episode, I sit down with a previous guest of the Podcast—Joe Connolly, the Head Coach for Sports Performance Arizona State University Football. Joe is a Master Strength and Conditioning Coach (MSCC) who has revolutionized ASU’s sports performance program by implementing individualized, cutting-edge training systems, incorporating advanced technology, and cultivating a dynamic team across nutrition, sports science, and performance. Under his guidance, ASU athletes have achieved notable NFL success, including first-round draft picks Brandon Aiyuk (2020) and N’Keal Harry (2019), as well as other professional players. Prior to ASU, Joe served as Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at UMass, where he developed standout athletes, including Denver Broncos offensive lineman Elijah Wilkinson and All-American tight end Adam Breneman. Earlier in his career, Joe spent seven years at the University of South Carolina under Hall of Fame coach Steve Spurrier, contributing to six consecutive bowl appearances and coaching 45 NFL draft picks, including 2014 No. 1 overall pick Jadeveon Clowney. He began his career at Harvard, supporting 41 sports programs, and earned advanced degrees in strength and conditioning while competing in weightlifting and strongman events. A native of Barnstable, Mass., Connolly resides in Tempe with his wife, Shalona, and their two children, Cali and Cade. We discussed: 02:30 - Motivation to Get Super Lean: Seeking Difficult Challenges 05:03 - Understanding the Strain of Aggressive Fat Loss on Life 08:03 - Joe's Pre-Diet Eating Habits: 100-200g Fat Daily 12:46 - Shock of Eating Carbs & Losing Weight 13:30 - Converting to Tracking: "I'll Never Not Track Again" 16:35 - Birthday Cake Incident: Balancing Goals with Fatherhood 23:12 - Implementing High-Low Training Day Protocol 27:45 - Massive Visceral Fat Drop & Health Improvements 39:42 - Decision to Push Past Sub-10%: "F**k That, We're Going Eight" 42:08 - People Asking If Joe Was Okay: Identity Shift Struggles 48:47 - "Not as Hard as I Thought It Would Be" 51:00 - Accountability: Getting Up at 3:45 AM Because They Need You 51:52 - Discipline vs. Identity: Who You Are Determines Execution 57:43 - Joe's Goals for Reverse Diet & Looking Forward Find Joe Website: http://thesundevils.com/ Instagram: @coachjoeconnolly X: @Coach_Joe28 __________ Paul's singular goal is to raise the bar for coaching. He is committed to being the signal through the static of the fitness and health industry.  If you're a coach looking to take their education to the next level, make sure to visit www.coachescorneru.com.  If you're interested in coaching from Paul and his team, please visit www.masterathletic.com  Find him on Instagram: @pauloneid, @coachescorneru, @masterathleticperformance __________ -🌟 Make More Money and Improve your Services as an Online Fitness Coach: www.coachescorneru.com 💪 Use Training and Nutrition for Peak Performance: www. masterathletic.com Who am I and why should you listen to me? Paul is a Coach, Educator, Mentor, and Athlete with a single goal - to raise the bar for online coaching. He holds Master of Science Degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach with 15 years of experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in varying capacities from youth to professional athletics. RAISING THE BAR FOR ONLINE COACHING!

    1h 3m

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