Shows
The Garage Gym Experiment Podcast2025 Training Shoe Guide with Jake Boly aka @thatfitfriend + Building a Store, Media Business, MoreIn this conversation, Jake Boly discusses the nuances of training shoes, weightlifting shoes, and barefoot shoes, providing insights into the best options for various training styles. He shares his journey with That Fit Friend, the challenges faced in the content creation landscape, and his plans for a new shoe store that focuses on community engagement and personalized service. The discussion also touches on the evolving trends in the shoe industry and the importance of building genuine connections with consumers.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Shoe Content and Trends
05:39 Diving into Weightlifting Shoes: Key Features and Recommendations
28:02 The Impact of Big...
2025-02-031h 13
The Bodybuilding.com PodcastEp. 23 | Jake Boly | Choosing the Right Footwear for MovementICYMI: Picking the right shoe MATTERS. Today we break down the importance of footwear as it pertains to specific movement patterns and why the one size fits all approach doesn’t pertain to sneakers.
About the guest:
Jake Boly is the Founder of That Fit Friend. He's often regarded as a go-to resource in various performance shoe communities. He’s been reviewing shoes and training gear for over 7 years and has hand-tested over 400 pairs of shoes. Jake is known on the internet and YouTube for blending his review processes with strength sports, and personal training background.
Jake has a Masters in S...
2024-10-0851 min
The Bodybuilding.com PodcastEp. 23 | Jake Boly | Choosing the Right Footwear for MovementICYMI: Picking the right shoe MATTERS. Today we break down the importance of footwear as it pertains to specific movement patterns and why the one size fits all approach doesn’t pertain to sneakers. About the guest: Jake Boly is the Founder of That Fit Friend. He's often regarded as a go-to resource in various performance shoe communities. He’s been reviewing shoes and training gear for over 7 years and has hand-tested over 400 pairs of shoes. Jake is known on the internet and YouTube for blending his review processes with strength sports, and personal training background. Jake has a Masters in S...
2024-10-0851 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreBrittany Diamond | Embracing Strength & Muscle as a Pro StrongwomanBrittany Diamond, a professional strongwoman, shares her journey into the world of strongman competitions. She started as a long-distance runner and transitioned to rowing in college. After discovering her natural ability for lifting heavy weights, she participated in her first strongman competition and fell in love with the sport. Brittany discusses the challenges she faced as a muscular woman and the importance of promoting strength and muscle for females. She competed in strongman for seven years, turning pro in 2017 and experiencing the evolution of the sport. Brittany discusses her journey from competing in strongman to tr...
2024-07-1141 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreAusten Alexander | From US Navy Veteran to Content Creator and EntrepreneurAusten Alexander, a US Navy veteran and fitness enthusiast, shares his journey from joining the Navy to becoming a content creator. He discovered his love for fitness at 19 and used it as a way to build discipline and transform his body. After dropping out of college, he joined the Navy and went through intense training to become a diver. However, he didn't pass the swim qualification and ended up in the Naval Security program. He was stationed in Bahrain and later moved to California, where he deployed on the Carl Vinson and worked in the Harbor patrol.
2024-06-211h 15
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreHarsh Lessons We've Learned From Lifting MistakesThe conversation covers the mistakes and lessons learned in the lifting careers of the speakers. It delves into early lifting experiences, body image issues, training mistakes, and gym accidents. Jake and Raechel share insights on the importance of consistency, program following, and the impact of external validation on training habits. In this conversation, Jake and Raechel share personal experiences and insights related to powerlifting, bodybuilding prep, diet and nutrition, training mistakes, recovery, and the importance of listening to one's body.They discuss the impact of life stressors on training, the need for balance, and the l...
2024-06-0452 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreClaire Bays | A Journey into Fitness and SobrietyIn today’s episode, Claire Bays, a personal trainer and content creator, shares her journey into fitness and sobriety. She grew up in a small town in Oklahoma and didn't start going to the gym until her 20s. She struggled with weight gain and eating disorders before finding her way to fitness. Claire also battled alcoholism and made the decision to get sober after a series of traumatic events. She started working in the fitness industry about a year into her sobriety and has since grown her presence on social media, particularly Instagram, where she shares fitness con...
2024-05-231h 14
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreALEX MOE | Overcoming Fear and Visualizing SuccessCONNECT WITH ALEX: https://www.instagram.com/themacrobarista/In this conversation, Jake interviews Alex Moe, a content creator known as The Macro Barista, about his journey in building a successful business around coffee.They discuss the challenges and pain points Alex faced along the way, including a period where he felt like quitting social media. They also explore the evolution of social media and the importance of authenticity and relatability in content creation.Alex shares his vision for the future, which includes building a community and connecting with people on a deeper level...
2024-05-1641 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreRaechel Sinuk | Meet That Fit Friend's NEW Co-HostRaechel Sinuk is about to bring a breath of fresh air to the That Fit Friend podcast. She's been in the fitness industry for over a decade and has avid experience with bodybuilding and CrossFit.In this week's podcast, Jake introduces Raechel to the TF2 community, and they discuss plans for the podcast, Raechel's training background, and much more!CONNECT WITH RAECHELRaechel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raechelsinuk/CONNECT WITH JAKE The Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Jake's Instagram: https://instagram.com/j...
2024-05-0824 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreAustin Current On Weathering Life's TOUGHEST StormsAustin Current is a highly respect strength coach and author. His book Science of Strength Training has been an all-time best-selling book globally in the health and fitness sectors.In this week's podcast, I chat with Austin about his new business ventures and how he's navigated arguably one of the toughest points in his life.CONNECT WITH AUSTINInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/austincurrent_/Austin's Site: https://www.scienceofstrengthtraining.com/Austin's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@austincurrent_/CONNECT WITH JAKE The Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.co...
2024-04-0559 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreTal Short Talks NEW Reebok Nano X4The Reebok Nano X4 is the 14th iteration in the popular Reebok Nano cross-training shoe line. This model is a continuation of the popular Reebok Nano X3 and to learn more about this shoe, I sat down with Tal Short from Reebok.CONNECT WITH JAKEThe Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Jake's Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/
2024-01-0820 min
Forte GrowthJake Boly – The art of creating authoritative reviews on That Fit FriendEpisode #16 of Forte Growth with Jake Boly, founder of That Fit Friend.
Jake Bowley is not your typical SEO expert focused on building niche websites. Instead, he takes a different approach, centering his work around writing comprehensive reviews based on hands-on testing and personal experiences. It's almost like a review site, but with a distinctive twist that sets it apart from traditional SEO strategies.
James speaks with Jake about his review process, how he goes about conducting his tests and crafting in-depth reviews that convert. Discover the order in which he creates his content, his...
2024-01-0757 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreHow to effectively tackle HYBRID TRAINING (ft Mark Bottenhorn)Mark Bottenhorn is an ultra-endurance athlete, hybrid athlete, HYROX competitor, powerlifter, professional soccer player, coach, corporate professional, dad... the list goes on.In this week's podcast, I chat with Mark about hybrid training and navigating mental lows while trying to progress workouts.CONNECT WITH MARKInstagram: https://instagram.com/bottenhornrunning/Mark's Site: https://www.runstrongtc.com/run-strong-tc.html#/CONNECT WITH JAKE The Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Jake's Instagram: https://instagram.com/jake_boly/
2023-12-211h 00
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreJoey Miuccio: the FITTEST Commercial Pilot In the World?Joey Miuccio has become a close friend of mine over the last few years. What started as a connection through a mutual company we worked with has blossomed into an incredible bromance.Whenever you talk to Joey, you know your mood is going to be lifted. That's why I wanted to have him on the TF2 podcast. The way he approaches his life and goals set a standard that I think we could all learn from.CONNECT WITH JOEYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeymiuccio/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Joeymiuccio...
2023-12-0452 min
Struggle To Strength PodcastHow to Double Your YouTube Channel Growth in 2023 with Jake BolyEPISODE 113: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, coach, and That Fit Friend founder Jake Boly joins the boys on the podcast this week to discuss developing a niche website, producing genuine content, and growing your YouTube channel in 2023.
Formerly having worked for some of the most prominent fitness publications magazines, including BarBend, Jake built his own niche website, That Fit Friend.
That Fit Friend is a website and YouTube channel dedicated to testing and reviewing the best training shoes and apparel and creating content to help people make informed buying decisions. Through the site, Jake provides...
2023-03-1538 min
Zero Quit PodcastHonest Reviews & Barefoot Shoes | Jake BolyJake Boly is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, coach, and founder of That Fit Friend where he reviews a wide variety of training shoes and lifting gear. In our conversation, we dug into how he started his shoe review website, the value in barefoot shoes, and finding the right balance between work and play.
Timecodes:
(4:26) - Growing Up Around The Weight Room
(7:31) - Why Goals Need To Evolve
(13:06) - Broadening Beyond a Niche
(16:36) - Creating 'That Fit Friend'
(20:37) - Lack Of Honesty In...
2023-03-061h 04
Hybrid UnlimitedEP 162 Jake Boly - That Fit Friend, The Importance of Good Training ShoesOn today's episode Hayden sits down with Jake Boly who founded That Fit Friend, a website and Youtube channel for all your training shoe needs. Jake provides a lot of insight into what makes a good weightlifting/training shoe and how specific shoes are right for your training style.Tag @hybridunltd @hybridlegacy @steficohen @hayden.bowe you never know when we might decide to surprise drop some HYBRID Legacy swag on you for vibin with us.⠀This episode of HYBRID UNLTD is sponsored by: LMNT our favorite tasty e...
2023-01-261h 08
Muscle for Life with Mike MatthewsEp. #993: Jake Boly on Finding the Right Training ShoesI’m often asked about training shoes. For example, is it worth investing in weightlifting shoes with an elevated heel for squats? Should you deadlift in those shoes, or is it better to pull barefoot? What about minimalist, “barefoot-style” shoes? And to be honest, fitness footwear isn’t something I’ve spent a lot of time looking into, so I wanted to invite an expert in the field onto the podcast to discuss the topic. That’s why Jake Boly is joining me for an interview in this episode, to not only explain the differences between fitness shoes, why they matter...
2022-11-231h 12
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreIsabella von Weissenberg Talks Powerlifting, Mental Contrasting, & Bao BunsIsabella von Weissenberg, a World-Class Powerlifter, Founder & Coach of Tempest Barbell, and just overall bad@$$ human being, joins Jake & Nikki this week on the TF2 Podcast!From casually starting lifting in her early 20s with no sports experience to breaking multiple world records early in her career, Isabella has had a unique competitive powerlifting journey that we dive into on this week's podcast.We also chat about: strategies to dial-in on the platform, her trip to NYC (where she met Jake & Nikki!), moving to Australia during COVID, and, of course, her favorite shoes (which... may...
2022-11-0950 min
The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick RicheyIdentifying Legitimate Fitness Gear ReviewsThe fitness world is filled with different choices, including what type and brand of gear to buy to help you reach your personal physical goals.One issue can be deciphering fact from fiction in product reviews.In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey, along with featured guest, CSCS, and That Fit Friend Owner, Jake Boly, explore what to look for in reviews, when is the right time to replace your workout shoes, ways to differentiate between brands peddling for dollars versus creating a quality consumer product review, and many more insightful tips for you and your...
2022-10-2532 min
Home Gym History#9 History of the DeadliftFrom the Ancient Romans to Hermann Goerner to Ed Coan to Eddie Hall to Danny Grigsby, Rob takes us through the history of the Deadlift.
(1:48) How did the Deadlift Get its Name?
(3:00) Early Deadlifts Before the Barbell
(8:31) Modern Deadlift Movement
(10:44) Popularity Grows
(14:10) Variations of Deadlift
(17:25) Sumo
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2022-10-2023 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreMark Bottenhorn Talks Running, Recovery, & Mental HealthMark Bottenhorn is a hyphenate -- ultra endurance athlete, hybrid athlete, record holder, powerlifter, collegiate soccer player, coach, corporate professional, dad... the list goes on.It's easy to look at his life and think he has it all. And, you wouldn't be wrong.But Mark has been through a lot to get to where he is. He's had to work really hard, both physically to get in competitive shape, and mentally, dealing with debilitating anxiety for much of his adult life.In this week's podcast, we chat about Mark's athletic and mental health...
2022-09-151h 11
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreTalking Kim K's Traps and Why Jake HATES White ShoesIn this episode, we discuss new cross-training shoes, why Kim K wants traps "out" for the summer, fitness pendulum swings, and the ever-changing landscape of how social media continues to warp our perception of beauty. REVIEWS MENTIONED IN THE PODCASTNike Metcon 8Article: https://thatfitfriend.com/nike-metcon-8-review/Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gU9g4nbVitETYR CXT-1First Impressions Video: https://youtu.be/vEkVj8f5RnoCONNECT WITH JAKE + NikkiThe Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube...
2022-09-0248 min
shy & salty31. shy & salty about instagram relationships (ft. jake boly)nikki & ria are joined by a special guest: jake boly (@jake_boly), an entrepreneur but more importantly nikki's bf. they discuss how couple's therapy helped jake's business, why you shouldn't believe what relationships look like on IG, & how to tell if your bf is secretly liking IG boob pics.
follow the shy & salty podcast @shyandsalty on instagram, brought to you by nikki koplitz @nikkikoplitz & andria martinez @andriarebeca_.
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2022-08-1655 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreBest Trainers for Travel (*Jake turns 30!* NYC Trip)In this episode, we talk Jake's birthday & his & Nikki's big NYC trip, how to choose shoes for travel & favorite travel-friendly picks, and managing stress around training and nutrition while traveling.Bonus content: how to smuggle dogs on a plane!REVIEWS MENTIONED IN THE PODCASTNike Metcon 8Article: https://thatfitfriend.com/nike-metcon-8-review/Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gU9g4nbVitEFirst Impressions Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GusvSdvVU8VuoriPonto Short: https://thatfitfriend.com/vuori-ponto-short-review/Sunday Performance...
2022-08-0756 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreArune Talks Comics, Fitness, & Bad ReviewsArune Singh, Director of Brand at Skybound Entertainment & a member of the TF2 Community, comes on this week's podcast to talk writing for Jake's competitor, reviewing shoes for beginners, & how he got into the comic industry because of... soap operas?CONNECT WITH ARUNTwitter: @aruneInstagram: @arunesinghSHOES MENTIONED IN THE PODCASTUnder Armour Tribase Reign 4Article: https://thatfitfriend.com/under-armour-tribase-reign-4-review/Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVzrLyQHzBACONNECT WITH JAKEThe Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/...
2022-07-181h 24
PT Profit PodcastFinding the Perfect Athletic Fit with Jake BolyJake and I had a lot of fun with this one and you're going to want to tune in.If you are a consumer of shoes and apparel, this episode is a must listen! Jake brings his years of experience in writing and his credentials as a coach into his work every day.You might find that shoe and apparel reviews are hard to filter through because you never see anyone actually use the product for its intended purpose, Jake has created something better. Perhaps you notice the reviews you've seen don't reference the features that might b...
2022-07-0751 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreHow did I *really* get into training shoes?Aaaand we're back!After a short hiatus, the TF2 Podcast is back and better than ever!In this episode, we talk the shoes we've been loving & testing, Lululemon's dive into shoes & NFT footwear (this is not a crypto podcast, we promise!), Jake's first training shoes and how his passion for them developed over time, & 5 things to look for in a shoe. Bonus content: Jake's hair routine for keeping those locks luscious! REVIEWS MENTIONED IN THE PODCASTNOBULL Court ShoeArticle: https://thatfitfriend.com/nobull-court-trainer-review/...
2022-06-231h 05
Chasing Common Ground: Lifestyle Conversations with Chris LiddleJake Boly on Having Bad Days and Making it HappenToday's Episode is with Jake Boly. You may notice, the episode is no longer numbered. It's an evolution of the podcast to encourage you to dig back into old episodes to learn about different people. It's also a great perspective shift to reflect on how guests (and Chris) have grown as individuals, changed opinions, matured or had major life events transpire. I'd love to see you support Jake's YouTube so here is a direct link to subscribe to his channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JakeBolyTraining He will quickly become a goto resource...
2022-04-0856 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreTony Nash On Leadership and Working Through TraumaWhen it comes to productivity and leadership, Tony Nash is your guy. Tony wears a lot of different hats. He's hosts the Got Your Six podcast, runs a mentorship program, and helps others hone in on their leadership skills.In this episode, we talk about a variety of topics that span from overcoming mental miles to dealing with trauma.CONNECT WITH ANDYFollow Tony: https://www.instagram.com/thetonynash/Work With Tony: https://www.volv.ai/tonynash/mentorshipListen to Tony's Podcast: https://bit.ly/2UiLU36CONNECT WITH ME
2022-03-2543 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreEvery home gym needs this... (Ft Jake from Garage Gym Experiment)Jake Jaworski is the Founder and Owner of Garage Gym Experiment. Garage Gym Experiment is a resource that is designed to help you simplify the process of building out your home gym.Whether you're just getting started on your home gym journey or you're trying to figure out which new piece of equipment you should invest in, Garage Gym Experiment is an awesome resource to explore and look into.CONNECT WITH GARAGE GYM EXPERIMENT BELOWFollow GGE: https://www.instagram.com/garagegymexperiment/Garage Gym Experiment Podcast: https://garagegymexperiment.com/ https://open.spotify...
2022-03-1155 min
The Garage Gym Experiment PodcastReviewing Shoes & Apparel (Part 2 with Jake Boly)This week we have Jake Boly. He is a strength coach and holds a B.S in Exercise Science and M.S. in Sports Science. He was the first employee at Barbend and helped build out their content catalog for a number of years. These days, he’s building “That Fit Friend,” which is focused on reviewing workout shoes and apparel.
Show Notes:
(0:05) Your time is split in several different ways. Can you explain your various roles and how much time you are spending on each of them?
(3:20) How is “That Fit Friend” different from most other revi...
2022-02-1532 min
The Garage Gym Experiment PodcastShoes, Lifting Barefoot👣, # of Barbells, Scout Hyper, and moreWith Jake Boly as our guest analyst, a number of questions this week revolve around shoes, racks, barbells, and a couple of Rogue’s most popular products.
Survey Questions:
(1:29) Level of interest in the Scout Hyper?
(6:20) Where are your primary workout shoes from?
(9:20) How many shoes are currently in your workout rotation?
(11:52) How often do you train without Barefoot?
(14:24) Do you own weightlifting shoes?
(16:30) Do you typically read reviews before buying workout shoes and apparel?
(19:50) Where are you most likely to buy a power rack from?
(23:20) How many barbells do you own?
(26:36) Will you do an organized ra...
2022-02-1130 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreDr. Andy Chen On Overcoming *YOUR* MomentDr. Andy Chen is a Physical Therapist and a Co-Owner of Moment Physical Therapy and Performance, based in NYC. Dr. Chen works with a variety of clients in-person and remotely including elite athletes, the general population, and those rehabbing and coming back from injuries.In this episode, Dr. Andy and I talk about a variety of topics including the intricacies of physical therapy, how social media blurs the line for good PT, and much more.If you're interested in connecting with Andy, I've linked all of his information below!CONNECT WITH ANDY
2022-01-1241 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreNikki On Lifting Mistakes and Navigating *TRIGGERING* ContentNikki Koplitz is a personal trainer, engineer, and strength enthusiast. Nikki has been coaching for the last three years and has been training and building her knowledge in the gym for well over a decade.In this episode, Nikki and I cover a variety of topics including her top beginner lifting mistakes, navigating a corporate job while training, and how to navigate triggering social media content. This was a fun one and I hope y'all enjoy it!CONNECT WITH NIKKIInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkikoplitz/Nikki's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com...
2022-01-0553 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreDon On Using Your Breath to Decrease StressDon Tran is the Co-Founder of Deepend Fitness and the Underwater Torpedo League. In addition, Don is also a trainer, a co-author of F.R.E.E. Your Mind Guidebook, and a former marine.When it comes to putting yourself into uncomfortable elements like being underwater to improve both your mental and physical performance — Don is your guy.He's a great friend of mine and is definitely worth checking out if you're interested in the style of training and work he does. Plus, he does some awesome work in the training game so he's a gre...
2021-12-3034 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreKyle On What *ACTUALLY* Creates Training ProgressKyle Dobbs has been in the fitness industry for well over a decade and is the Founder of Compound Performance. Every quarter, he runs a mentorship program for other trainers and coaches that provides a wealth of knowledge with his business partner Matt Domney.Kyle is also a co-host on the Compound Performance Radio podcast, he has a YouTube channel, and he works with a variety of clientele. Needless to say, Kyle is a fantastic go-to resource for all things training.If you don't follow Kyle you're missing out. I've provided all of his information...
2021-12-2253 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreWaleed on Balancing Coaching With An Unexpected DiagnosisWaleed Hourani is a powerlifter, strength coach, and is one of the Co-Owners of Project Strength. Waleed is a fantastic coach and works with a variety of athletes with a majority of them being powerlifters.In this episode, we talk about coaching through the pandemic, the state of fitness on social media, and how Waleed has balanced coaching while receiving an unexpected diagnosis. If you'd like to connect and work with Waleed, check out his info below!CONNECT WITH WALEEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/waleed_projectstrength/Project Strength: https://w...
2021-12-1642 min
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreJamaRR On Squat Records and Building a FOOD EMPIREJamaRR Royster is an elite powerlifter, a strength coach, a small business owner, a foodie, and much more. Three years ago, I met JamaRR at the 2019 Arnold Classic and we've been great friends ever since.What stuck out most to me about JamaRR was his energy and how he carried himself through both his life and his business. He truly embodies an energy that I think most of us should strive for and he's also just a really great genuine human being.In this episode, we talk about JamaRR's recent USAPL American squat r...
2021-12-0844 min
Otto ChatOtto Chat: Exclusive Interview with Jake Boly, Fitness Coach and Internet Creator!The long delayed episode with Jake Boly is out! We had technical difficulties, some life struggles, etc., but we got it out and we apologize if it's a little rough! However, we do hope you enjoy the unfiltered and raw talk that I had with Jake and highly recommend you follow him on all his platforms! Check it out as I rebrand the podcast and work to improve its quality! Thank you so much!Links: https://www.instagram.com/jake_boly/ https://www.instagram.com/that_fit_friend/ https://thatfitfriend.com/
2021-11-301h 00
That Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and More5 BIGGEST Mistakes I Made As a Beginner LifterIn this episode, I take a moment to reflect on some of the biggest mistakes that I made as a beginner lifter.When we first start working out, the possibilities seem endless. We're doing all of the things to make all the gains. We think have it all figured out, but rarely we do...After 14 years of training and 9 years of coaching, here are my five biggest mistakes that I made as a beginner.CONNECT WITH MEMy Site: https://thatfitfriend.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/Instagram...
2021-11-3021 minThat Fit Friend Podcast | Where Friends Talk Shoes, Fitness, and MoreWelcome to the TF2 Podcast!Hi! Welcome to the very FIRST episode of the TF2 podcast. This one is a shortie and is designed to do two things 1) get a podcast episode rep (this is my first time self-publishing a podcast!), and 2) explain what TF2 is and what to expect with this podcast.Topics covered in this episode:What Is That Fit Friend (TF2)?Who Is Jake? Why Is Jake?What Can I Expect With This Podcast?Also, as I get more reps in here, we'll have a formal intro for the TF2 podcast and higher-quality episodes.
2021-11-1912 min
Compound Performance RadioNavigating the Dangers of the Internet with Jake BolyTalking today about how internet and social media impacts our lives and our businesses with Jake Boly. He is a strength and conditioning coach and a content creator and he shares how he used organic strategies through YouTube to build his business.
Jake also talks about how toxic social media and its lack of context that blinds the readers and followers. We all know that internet and social media has been great in keeping us entertained and it has been useful in businesses but it has bad effect to some of us.
You'll Hear:
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2021-11-051h 01
The More Than Fitness Podcast With Matt McLeodJake Boly — Pros & Cons of Independence, Fostering Better Relationships, & Two Dudes Being Vulnerable | MTFP Ep.128I was so happy to have the opportunity to talk to my man, Jake. We met through Instagram and actually got the chance to meet up in person when I was living in NYC. We had coffee, walked around the city, and really hit it off. Just like that chat, this one was effortless. And as the title suggests, things got pretty vulnerable, which only made it that much better. Jake has his CSCS and a M.S. in Sports Science, he's the creator of a variety of products and courses, and is super jacked (and he's a pretty...
2021-08-241h 00
Living LeanJake Boly - The Ultimate Guide To PowerbuildingToday I'm joined on the show by my friend Jake Boly, to take a deep dive into how to build the ultimate powerbuilding program, and truly experience the best of both worlds (powerlifting + bodybuilding).Jake is a CSCS, renowned fitness author for sites like Men's Health and Barbend, co-founder of Pheasyque Lab, and consult for many other fitness professionals trying to build their brand. Jake's IG: https://www.instagram.com/jake_boly/?hl=enJake's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/JakePkzYa That Fit...
2021-03-0850 min
BarBend PodcastGoodbye, Jake Boly: BarBend's Fitness Editor Takes A BowToday we're talking to Jake Boly, BarBend’s outgoing fitness editor. In nearly four years with BarBend, Jake has covered hundreds of strength sports events and written or edited thousands of articles on training and strength research. We look back on Jake’s time in and contributions toward strength journalism, including the athletes and feats that impressed him the most!
2020-08-1034 minBarBend PodcastMeg Squats: Getting a Barbell Into Every Woman’s HandsMeg Gallagher, also known as Meg Squats, is a weathered strength coach, powerlifter, and YouTube personality. Currently, Meg has her hands in multiple projects that are all designed to help lifters everywhere improve their strength and knowledge in the world of fitness. Her popular program “Stronger By the Day” helps countless lifters improve on a weekly basis, and her apparel brand, Strong Strong Supply has some of the best lifting-focused apparel and gear in the game.Meg and Jake Boly chat on multiple topics in the world of strength & conditioning. A few in particular that we chat on a...
2020-07-2037 minBarBend PodcastKyle Traynor: Find Your Zen to Build a Fitness EmpireKyle Traynor is head of Business Strategy & Mind Performance at Elite Vitality. At Elite Vitality, handfuls of top coaches help new business owners in the fitness industry tackle and prepare for the tough road ahead of them. Kyle is also the host of the Pivotal Conversations podcast, a podcast that explores the keys and tools needed for success. In today’s episode, Jake Boly chats with Kyle about a variety of topics including the development of mental fortitude to build a dynamic business, how Kyle has found personal zen, and much more.
2020-04-301h 09BarBend PodcastDr. Andy Galpin: The Art of Training Muscle FibersDr. Andy Galpin is a tenured Professor in the Center for Sport Performance at CSU Fullerton. In 2011, he earned his PhD in Human Bioenergetics and has done incredible work in regard to muscle fibers and how we understand them. On top of being a tenured professor, Dr. Galpin co-authored the book Unplugged and works hand in hand with a variety of elite athletes. In today’s episode, guest host Jake Boly sits down with Dr. Galpin to chat about muscle fibers. They talk about what we know, what we don’t know, and everything in-between.
2020-04-0346 minBarBend PodcastJake Boly: Building Muscle and Strength At HomeIf you're training in powerlifting or weightlifting, nothing can perfectly replicate the stimulus of a barbell. But smart at-home training with minimal or no equipment CAN make an impact. And in an extended period away from the gym, many athletes can actually add muscle mass and improve their mobility. BarBend Fitness Editor Jake Boly joins the show to talk about strategies to preserve gains and even improve your lifting patterns while at home, using common household items and or just a few pieces of exercise equipment.
2020-03-2523 minBarBend PodcastAlex Uslar: Overcoming Addiction and Creating OpportunityAlex Uslar wears a lot of different hats with Hybrid Performance Method. At Hybrid, Alex serves as the General Manager, Director of Operations, run Hybrid Apparel, and per Instagram is also Stefi Cohen’s official 24/7 hype-man. Over the course of his career, Alex has coached thousands of athletes and competes and judges in the sport of powerlifting.In today’s episode, Jake Boly sits down with Alex to discuss his road from addiction to now playing so many critical roles at Hybrid. We also talk about hyping, and what it really takes to do it right.
2020-03-0250 min
Massenomics PodcastEp.202: Brian Shaw at the Arnold & Special Guest Jake BolyIs there still a chance we could see Brian Shaw compete at the Arnold this year? Well... no there isn't... but we would still like you to listen to this episode and hear what we have to say about it. We also welcome special guest Jake Boly to play overrated/underrated. Jake is the fitness and training editor for BarBend. Hybrid Performance Method: https://hybridperformancemethod.com/ and use code MASS to save 5% on all programs Lifting Large: https://www.liftinglarge.com/ and use code MASS20 to save on Lifting Large branded products Spud Inc.: https://www.spud-inc-straps.com/
2020-02-171h 02BarBend PodcastAlan Thrall: Where Can Powerlifting & Strongman Grow?Alan Thrall is an accomplished strength coach and the owner of Untamed Strength. Alan has coached thousands of athletes over the course of his career, and his YouTube channels has amassed more than 85 million views, helping countless athletes get stronger in and out of the gym.In today’s episode, guest host Jake Boly talks to Alan about his growth in strength coaching, how he accidentally built a massive YouTube channel, and much much more.
2020-02-0359 minBarBend PodcastJordan Shallow and Pat Davidson: How Are These STILL Questions?Dr. Pat Davidson and Jordan Shallow are both at the front of the pack leading the fitness industry and building better standards. Dr. Davidson has a PhD in exercise physiology and is an accomplished strength & conditioning coach and author, while Dr. Shallow is a chiropractor, strength coach, and traveling presenter. Both of these individuals have brilliant minds when looking at and assessing basic and advanced training concepts and programs. In today’s episode, Jake Boly takes commonly asked questions that we receive on BarBend Instagram posts, articles, and YouTube videos, and then has Dr. Davidson and Shallow ans...
2020-01-231h 00BarBend PodcastStefi Cohen: What It Takes to Build a Fitness EmpireStefi Cohen is one of the owners of Hybrid Performance Method. She holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, a CSCS, and has broken a total of 11 all-time powerlifting world records throughout her career. Additionally, Stefi is currently ranked #2 in the world for holding the all-time highest Wilks score with a remarkable 698.11, and continues to push the boundaries of what's physically possible for the human body. In today’s episode, Jake Boly sits down with Stefi to chat on her upbringing in the sport of powerlifting and her mindset — but more importantly, how she has helped Hybrid Performance Metho...
2020-01-2030 min
Hybrid UnlimitedHybrid Unlimited Ep. 6 Jake Boly On Increasing Traffic To Your Business Using SEO TacticsOn Today's episode we had Jake Boly one of the training editors over at BarBend. He has written over 1,000 articles related to strength sports. He gives us an insight into how to rank better when creating pieces of content for brands in any arena. We also took the dive into talking about the peloton scandal & of course some crazy florida men. Show Notes: https://blog.hybridperformancemethod.com/hybrid-unlimited-ep-6-jake-boly-on-increasing-traffic-to-your-business-using-seo-tactics/ Need A Program?: https://hybridperformancemethod.com/ Want Apparel? https://hybridapparel.store/ Watch Stefis Channel:
2019-12-2642 min
Hybrid UnlimitedHybrid Unlimited Ep. 6 Jake Boly On Increasing Traffic To Your Business Using SEO TacticsOn Today's episode we had Jake Boly one of the training editors over at BarBend. He has written over 1,000 articles related to strength sports. He gives us an insight into how to rank better when creating pieces of content for brands in any arena. We also took the dive into talking about the peloton scandal & of course some crazy florida men. Show Notes: https://blog.hybridperformancemethod.com/hybrid-unlimited-ep-6-jake-boly-on-increasing-traffic-to-your-business-using-seo-tactics/ Need A Program?: https://hybridperformancemethod.com/ Want Apparel? https://hybridapparel.store/ Watch Stefis Channel:
2019-12-2645 minBarBend PodcastJake Boly: The Ultimate Guide to PowerbuildingAs BarBend's Fitness Editor, Jake Boly has written literally thousands of articles helping people train smarter. But there's a buzzy term in strength he thinks deserves a closer look: powerbuilding. (Yep, that's "powerlifting" and "bodybuilding" mashed up into one term.) We discuss the methodology and logic behind powerbuilding, specific training elements to keep in mind for maximum impact, and why some folks can have the best of both worlds. This episode is brought to you by Gravitus, an interactive mobile app that lets you track and record workouts written by the top minds in the strength industry.
2019-10-2434 minBarBend PodcastStrength Trolls and Social Media with Jake BolyJake Boly is a writer, powerlifter, and online personality who has written (literally) thousands of articles covering the world of strength sports. He's also BarBend's Fitness Editor and a huge part of our social media team. Over the past three years, Jake has had a ringside seat to one of the biggest issues plaguing the strength community: social media trolls. In this episode of The BarBend Podcast, Jake gives his honest take on the impact trolling has on the strength community, and why so much of that hate is directed at a couple of sports and strength d...
2019-08-2940 min
OUTcast PodcastEpisode 19.13, The Future of Strength Sports EpisodeIn this episode we talk to Jake Boly (Zaddy, Writer, Strength Coach, and Power Lifter – aka one strong dude) about the current state and future of strength sports.
2019-03-2128 min
OUTcast PodcastEpisode 19.13, The Future of Strength Sports EpisodeJake Boly is a Zaddy, Writer, Strength Coach, and Power Lifter – aka one strong dude! In this episode we talk to him about the current state and future of strength sports. Jake has been writing for BarBend for the last two years, publishing over 1,000 articles about strength sports for people at every level; whether you’re learning how to do a back squat with a Popsicle stick, or deadlifting an entire Arby’s restaurant, Jake is your go-to guy for tips and tricks. Because his career largely takes place on the internet, he sees the best and worst of things. Jake t...
2019-03-2128 min
PropaneFitness Podcast3 Rules for Effecive Fat Loss – Podcast Episode 106 & Propane PicksPropane Podcast Episode 106
Show Notes
In this episode of the Propane Fitness Podcast Jonny discusses his current diet approach, why the winter months are the perfect time to focus on getting leaner and his 3 rules for effective fat loss.
If you like the Propane Fitness Podcast, we'd love it if you'd subscribe and give us a review over on iTunes.
Time Stamps
References
The Low Carb Lie
Fitness Industry Bullshit
What happens when you give up alcohol for 6 months?
Propane Picks
Week ending 05/11
It's that time of the week again where we sift through the best offerings of the Fitness...
2017-11-0523 minFeatures – Propane Fitness3 Rules for Effecive Fat Loss – Podcast Episode 106 & Propane PicksPropane Podcast Episode 106
Show Notes
In this episode of the Propane Fitness Podcast Jonny discusses his current diet approach, why the winter months are the perfect time to focus on getting leaner and his 3 rules for effective fat loss.
If you like the Propane Fitness Podcast, we'd love it if you'd subscribe and give us a review over on iTunes.
Time Stamps
References
The Low Carb Lie
Fitness Industry Bullshit
What happens when you give up alcohol for 6 months?
Propane Picks
Week ending 05/11
It's that time of the week again where we sift through the best offerings of the Fitness...
2017-11-0523 minPropaneFitness PodcastLessons from 10 days of SILENT Meditation, Propane Podcast 101 & Propane PicksPropane Podcast Episode 101
Show Notes
Today on the Propane Podcast, Yusef is joined by his good friend and flatmate, David to discuss his recent 10 Day silent Vipassana meditation retreat in Budapest. You can also check out Propane Athlete Al's experience at one of the 10 day retreats here.
If you like the Propane Fitness Podcast, we'd love it if you'd subscribe and give us a review on iTunes.
Time Stamps
https://youtu.be/WEdppxBSrX8
Propane Picks
Week Ending 01/10/17
It's that time of the week again where we sift through the best of the Fitness and Productivity world for your reading, listening a...
2017-10-011h 11Features – Propane FitnessLessons from 10 days of SILENT Meditation, Propane Podcast 101 & Propane PicksPropane Podcast Episode 101
Show Notes
Today on the Propane Podcast, Yusef is joined by his good friend and flatmate, David to discuss his recent 10 Day silent Vipassana meditation retreat in Budapest. You can also check out Propane Athlete Al's experience at one of the 10 day retreats here.
If you like the Propane Fitness Podcast, we'd love it if you'd subscribe and give us a review on iTunes.
Time Stamps
https://youtu.be/WEdppxBSrX8
Propane Picks
Week Ending 01/10/17
It's that time of the week again where we sift through the best of the Fitness and Productivity world for your reading, listening a...
2017-10-011h 11PropaneFitness PodcastWith Dr Togay Koç – Propane Podcast Episode 99 & Propane PicksPropane Podcast Episode 99
With Dr Togay Koç
Show Notes
This week on the Propane Fitness Podcast, Jonny and Yusef are joined by Dr Togay Koç, a senior surgical registrar who specialises in Traumatology and Orthopaedic Surgery and who also lifts.
In the first part of this 2 part interview Togay responds to some of the questions you asked when we opened up the podcast to you, the listeners.
If you like the Propane Podcast please subscribe and we'd love it if you could give us a review on iTunes.
Timestamps
You can follow Togay's lifting on Instagram.
Stuart McGill resources
http://www...
2017-09-1742 minFeatures – Propane FitnessWith Dr Togay Koç – Propane Podcast Episode 99 & Propane PicksPropane Podcast Episode 99
With Dr Togay Koç
Show Notes
This week on the Propane Fitness Podcast, Jonny and Yusef are joined by Dr Togay Koç, a senior surgical registrar who specialises in Traumatology and Orthopaedic Surgery and who also lifts.
In the first part of this 2 part interview Togay responds to some of the questions you asked when we opened up the podcast to you, the listeners.
If you like the Propane Podcast please subscribe and we'd love it if you could give us a review on iTunes.
Timestamps
You can follow Togay's lifting on Instagram.
Stuart McGill resources
http://www...
2017-09-1742 minPropaneFitness PodcastPropane Picks and Podcast Episode 67 – Interview with Julian Donovan Part 1Propane Picks
It’s that time of the week again where we sift through the fitness world and pick out top 10 favourite pieces for your reading, viewing and listening pleasure. If you’d like to be considered for us to include you on this list OR if you’d like to write for us, shoot us a message here.
Anyway, on with the list!
Our Number 1 Pick this week is:
25 Tips for a Bigger Raw Deadlift - Adam Pine, Elite FTS, A must read for anyone wanting to rip more off the floor.
Getting a big deadlift is simple, but not easy...
2017-02-0526 minFeatures – Propane FitnessPropane Picks and Podcast Episode 67 – Interview with Julian Donovan Part 1Propane Picks
It’s that time of the week again where we sift through the fitness world and pick out top 10 favourite pieces for your reading, viewing and listening pleasure. If you’d like to be considered for us to include you on this list OR if you’d like to write for us, shoot us a message here.
Anyway, on with the list!
Our Number 1 Pick this week is:
25 Tips for a Bigger Raw Deadlift - Adam Pine, Elite FTS, A must read for anyone wanting to rip more off the floor.
Getting a big deadlift is simple, but not easy...
2017-02-0526 minPropaneFitness PodcastPropane Picks and Podcast Episode 66 – Fitness Industry Bullsh*t with Chris WilliamsonPropane Picks
It’s that time of the week again where we sift through the fitness world and pick out top 10 favourite pieces for your reading, viewing and listening pleasure. If you’d like to be considered for us to include you on this list OR if you’d like to write for us, shoot us a message here.
Anyway, on with the list!
Our Number 1 Pick this week is - 5 Steps for restful sleep after late night work outs - Jake Boly, Barbend
Jake gives us his 5 top tips for ensuring a peaceful night with your pillow after an evening wo...
2017-01-2952 minFeatures – Propane FitnessPropane Picks and Podcast Episode 66 – Fitness Industry Bullsh*t with Chris WilliamsonPropane Picks
It’s that time of the week again where we sift through the fitness world and pick out top 10 favourite pieces for your reading, viewing and listening pleasure. If you’d like to be considered for us to include you on this list OR if you’d like to write for us, shoot us a message here.
Anyway, on with the list!
Our Number 1 Pick this week is - 5 Steps for restful sleep after late night work outs - Jake Boly, Barbend
Jake gives us his 5 top tips for ensuring a peaceful night with your pillow after an evening wo...
2017-01-2952 minPropaneFitness Podcast“Propane Picks” & Podcast Episode 61 – Interview with Eric Helms part 2Propane Picks
Week ending Sunday 18/12/16
It’s that time of the week again where we sift through the fitness world and pick out top 10 favourite pieces for your reading pleasure. If you’d like to be considered for us to include you on this list OR if you’d like to write for us, please send an email to admin@propanefitness.com.
Anyway, on with the list!
Our number 1 pick this week is 8 Health Benefits of Strength Training for the Average Joe by Ben Boudro for Stack Fitness
In this article Ben discusses the many benefits of strength training for Mr or Mi...
2016-12-1850 minFeatures – Propane Fitness“Propane Picks” & Podcast Episode 61 – Interview with Eric Helms part 2Propane Picks
Week ending Sunday 18/12/16
It’s that time of the week again where we sift through the fitness world and pick out top 10 favourite pieces for your reading pleasure. If you’d like to be considered for us to include you on this list OR if you’d like to write for us, please send an email to admin@propanefitness.com.
Anyway, on with the list!
Our number 1 pick this week is 8 Health Benefits of Strength Training for the Average Joe by Ben Boudro for Stack Fitness
In this article Ben discusses the many benefits of strength training for Mr or Mi...
2016-12-1850 min