Stronger with Don Saladino

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What does it mean to be strong? Stronger is more than a podcast about workouts and what to eat - it’s about building strength in every area of life. Hosted weekly by renowned fitness coach Don Saladino - known for training A-list actors and personalities like Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Anne Hathaway, Chip and Joanna Gaines, Emily Blunt, John Krasinski, and Sebastian Stan - each episode dives into the real-life stories behind success. From improving sleep and managing stress to cultivating better relationships and building lasting habits, Stronger explores what it truly means to show up for yourself, day after day. Each week, Don sits down with a guest-entrepreneurs, performers, athletes, and everyday warriors to discuss their personal definition of strength and the setbacks they’ve overcome. The conversations are grounded, practical, and focused on real-world growth. Here’s what makes this show unique: Listeners are part of the journey. You can call 855-348-3546 to share your story or connect directly with Don and his guests. Every episode is an opportunity for you to be seen, heard, and supported. Whether you’re just starting your fitness journey or looking to level up in life, Stronger is your weekly dose of motivation, mindset, and meaning. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Let’s get stronger—together.

  1. 3d ago

    What Actually Works In The Gym: Jen Widerstrom, Adam Bornstein, and Gunnar Peterson Separate Fact from Fitness Fiction

    With decades of experience coaching elite athletes, celebrities, and everyday people, Gunnar Peterson, Jen Widerstrom, and Adam Bornstein join Don to reflect on how their philosophies have evolved, and what they now believe matters most. From strength training and nutrition to recovery, mindset, and longevity, they share the lessons that only come from years of coaching, making mistakes, and continually refining their approach. The conversation explores fitness myths that refuse to die, trends that have come and gone, how social media has changed the industry, and why the fundamentals continue to outperform flashy shortcuts. Along the way, the panel discusses motivation, consistency, aging well, and the habits that create lasting results. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger Superpower: Take control of your health with Superpower. For a limited time, our listeners get $20 off to unlock their new health intelligence. Head over to Superpower.com and use code STRONGER for $20 off your $199 Superpower membership.  MasterClass: Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at http://masterclass.com/stronger - with MasterClass you can learn from the best to become your best. With plans starting at $10 a month, billed annually, you get unlimited access to over 200+ classes taught by the world’s best business leaders, writers, chefs, and more. ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. Jul 14

    Improving Your Metabolism With Dr. Mike Nelson

    Dr. Mike Nelson is an exercise physiologist, educator, and researcher known for translating complex science into practical strategies for health, performance, and longevity. Dr. Nelson has spent years studying metabolism, recovery, physiology, and human performance, helping everyone from elite athletes to everyday people better understand how the body adapts to stress. Don and Dr. Nelson break down one of the most misunderstood topics in health and fitness: metabolism. They explore what metabolism actually is, why it's much more than simply "burning calories," and how factors like muscle mass, movement, nutrition, sleep, recovery, and stress all influence the body's ability to create and use energy efficiently. The conversation also covers metabolic rate, metabolic flexibility, fat loss, strength training, aging, recovery strategies, and why improving your metabolism isn't about finding shortcuts, it's about creating a body that's resilient, adaptable, and capable of meeting the demands of everyday life. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  3. Jul 7

    Training for Real Life: Lessons from Three Elite Performance Coaches Derek Hansen, Veronica Zuccala, and Andrew Hauser

    Don brings on three leaders in performance training and human movement: Derek Hansen, Veronica Zuccala, and Andrew Hauser. Together, they tackle a question that every coach and fitness enthusiast eventually faces: what does an ideal training system actually look like? The conversation explores sprinting, movement competency, general physical preparedness, skill acquisition, program design, and why the best coaches often prioritize consistency and simplicity over novelty and optimization. Derek has spent decades working with elite athletes across the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, and Olympic sports, specializing in speed development and running mechanics. Veronica combines neuroscience, psychology, and performance coaching through her work with Pre-Script, while Andrew brings experience from professional sports organizations including the Los Angeles Dodgers and Atlanta Braves to his athlete and general population coaching practice. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline / Mitopure: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  4. Jun 30

    Back To Basics with Men’s Health Fitness Director Eb Samuel

    Over the past decade, Eb Samuel has helped shape how millions of people think about strength training, muscle building, movement, and performance through his work as Fitness Director at Men's Health.  Don and Eb explore why the fitness industry continues to overcomplicate health and performance, why the fundamentals never go out of style, and how strength training principles evolve as we age. They discuss exercise selection, movement quality, building muscle, training longevity, coaching philosophy, social media fitness culture, and the importance of developing a sustainable approach to health and performance. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Cozy Earth: Luxury shouldn't be out of reach. Go to https://cozyearth.com/pages/stronger for up to 20% off CozyEarth’s best-selling temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more David Protein: Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  5. Jun 23

    Longevity Habits of Gabby Reece and Laird Hamilton

    On this episode of Stronger, Don speaks with legendary athletes Gabby Reece and Laird Hamilton about their recovery practices and the mindset required to continue growing and thriving through every stage of life. Gabby Reece is a former professional beach volleyball player, bestselling author, and host of the The Gabby Reece Show, while Laird Hamilton is widely regarded as one of the greatest big-wave surfers of all time and a pioneer in modern water sports and performance training. Together, they have spent decades at the forefront of health, fitness, and human performance. Don, Gabby, and Laird also explore how their approach to training, recovery, and performance has evolved over the years. They discuss injuries as teachers, the balance between experience and science, parenting, entrepreneurship, and why longevity is less about chasing extremes and more about developing sustainable habits. The episode also explores their recovery practices, and the mindset required to continue growing and thriving through every stage of life. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: MasterClass: Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at http://masterclass.com/stronger - with MasterClass you can learn from the best to become your best. With plans starting at $10 a month, billed annually, you get unlimited access to over 200+ classes taught by the world’s best business leaders, writers, chefs, and more. Cash App: New Cash App customers can earn $10 if they use code SECURE10 in their profile at signup and send $5 to a friend within 14 days. Terms apply.  ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  6. Jun 9

    Gym Fundamentals With Fitness Legends Mike Boyle, Alwyn Cosgrove, and Luka Hocevar

    Host Don Saladino is joined by three of the most respected minds in the fitness industry: Luka Hocevar, Mike Boyle, and Alwyn Cosgrove. Together, they share decades of hard-earned lessons on coaching, leadership, business ownership, mentorship, and building a lasting career in fitness. The discussion covers everything from developing young coaches and managing staff to creating a winning culture, handling ego, retaining great employees, and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship. Whether you're a fitness professional, gym owner, aspiring coach, or simply interested in leadership and personal growth, this episode is packed with practical wisdom from three coaches who have helped shape the modern fitness industry. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: Timeline: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger Cash App: New Cash App customers can earn $10 if they use code SECURE10 in their profile at signup and send $5 to a friend within 14 days. Terms apply.  Cozy Earth: Luxury shouldn't be out of reach. Go to https://cozyearth.com/pages/stronger for up to 20% off CozyEarth’s best-selling temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  7. Jun 2

    Essential Habits That Matter Most For Your Health with Andrew Coates

    Don sits down with renowned coach, writer, and educator Andrew Coates for a conversation on what actually matters when it comes to fitness, health, and long-term success. Andrew shares lessons learned from decades of coaching, writing for major fitness publications like Men’s Health, and helping clients build sustainable habits. Together, he and Don break down the biggest misconceptions in strength training, why social media rewards extreme opinions, and how simple principles consistently outperform complicated programs. The conversation also explores injury risk, progressive overload, sleep, cardio, nutrition, habit formation, and the routines Andrew uses to stay strong, lean, and healthy at 48 years old. Plus, Don and Andrew close things out with a fun lightning round covering fitness myths, underrated exercises, action movies, cheat meals, and more. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: David Protein: Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger Timeline: Get 20% off Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER at checkout for 20% off. Go to http://timeline.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What does it mean to be strong? Stronger is more than a podcast about workouts and what to eat - it’s about building strength in every area of life. Hosted weekly by renowned fitness coach Don Saladino - known for training A-list actors and personalities like Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Anne Hathaway, Chip and Joanna Gaines, Emily Blunt, John Krasinski, and Sebastian Stan - each episode dives into the real-life stories behind success. From improving sleep and managing stress to cultivating better relationships and building lasting habits, Stronger explores what it truly means to show up for yourself, day after day. Each week, Don sits down with a guest-entrepreneurs, performers, athletes, and everyday warriors to discuss their personal definition of strength and the setbacks they’ve overcome. The conversations are grounded, practical, and focused on real-world growth. Here’s what makes this show unique: Listeners are part of the journey. You can call 855-348-3546 to share your story or connect directly with Don and his guests. Every episode is an opportunity for you to be seen, heard, and supported. Whether you’re just starting your fitness journey or looking to level up in life, Stronger is your weekly dose of motivation, mindset, and meaning. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Let’s get stronger—together.

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