The Find Your STRONG Podcast

In this episode, Coach JVB sits down with TSG Head Coach Jaclyn Phillips—freshly certified as a CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist)—to dive deep into the new Strength System being implemented at Team STRONG Girls.
They talk about why measuring strength metrics (not scale weight) is the future of transformation, how strength training is the key to thriving through aging, and why performance-based goals help women un...

In this episode, Coach JVB and the Team Strong Girls community are joined by Dr. Stephanie Estima who addresses the unique challenges women face during perimenopause and menopause—even when they’re consistently training, eating well, and managing stress. Many symptoms, like joint pain, anxiety, poor sleep, and changes in libido, often go unrecognized as hormonal shifts.

The discussion highlights the importance of regular blood work,...

In this episode, Jenny is joined by nurse practitioner and TSG Assistant Coach Nadine, to dive into the rising use of GLP-1 medications in the health and fitness world and what it really takes to make them effective. While these medications can reduce appetite and support weight loss by mimicking natural hormones, they’re not a magic solution. This discussion emphasizes the critical role of lifestyle—highlighting the need for resis...

In this solo episode, Coach JVB dives deep into the myths, misinformation, and outdated advice that keep women stuck—especially in their 40s. From the “eat less, move more” trap to fears around carbs, fasting, and perimenopause, Jenny unpacks 9 pieces of health and fitness propaganda she’s done believing. If you’ve ever felt confused by mainstream wellness advice, this episode will help you cut through the noise and reclaim your st...

In this quick and powerful episode, Coach JVB breaks down why belly fat is so stubborn—especially for women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s—and how Team Strong Girls helps clients get rid of it for good without crash diets or endless cardio. Learn about the Muscle for Life Protocol, our Hypertrophy Blueprint, and the No Confusion Nutrition Method that’s helped thousands of women build lean muscle, balance hormones, and finally feel conf...

Are you over 40, training hard, eating clean, and still not seeing the results you deserve? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this solo pep talk, Jenny gets real about the frustrating plateau so many active women face in their 40s and beyond. She shares 5 powerful lessons that helped her finally break through—covering everything from fueling properly (yes, you probably need more carbs!), lifting smarter, dial...

In this empowering solo episode, Coach JVB pulls back the curtain on the Strong Girls Code—the proven system that’s helped thousands of women build muscle, boost confidence, and stay fit for life. Motivation fades, but this personal operating system ensures lasting success. Jennifer breaks down the 6 core principles that guide every Strong Girl: building muscle, staying relentless, avoiding comparison, planning with intention, corr...

In this episode, Brendan Coates, DSc, shares valuable insights on gut health, stressing the critical role of proper digestion and optimal stomach acid levels. He explains how many people unknowingly suffer from poor digestion, often due to compromised stomach acid. Coates emphasizes the importance of thoroughly chewing food and limiting liquid intake during meals to support digestive health. He also discusses the “silent cause and ...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Laura to explore the importance of understanding individual health journeys—especially for women navigating hormonal and immune challenges. Laura shares her own transformation story and how personalized coaching and sustainable strategies helped her achieve lasting results. With insights like “Health is a long-term game,” she emphasizes the value of consistency over quick fixes.

We dive int...

In this powerful episode, functional medicine physician Dr. Christine Maren opens up about her personal body transformation, her journey through perimenopause, and the science behind optimizing women's health during this pivotal phase of life. From gut health and hormones to weight training, hormone replacement therapy, and lifestyle changes, Dr. Maren breaks down complex topics with clarity and compassion. Learn why perimenopause ...

In this episode, Jenny gets into the importance of building lean muscle and why it should be your top priority before exploring biohacking methods like cold plunges, saunas, or supplements. Muscle isn’t just about aesthetics—it plays a crucial role in health, longevity, performance, and confidence as we age.

• She breaks down the three pillars of strength training:
  ✅ Learning the skill – Strength training is more than just lifting ...
  

This week’s one on one pep talk from Jenny is here to inspire and remind you the epic reasons why celebrating your fitness journey with a photoshoot is a must! 

If you’ve been thinking you can’t, or sitting on the fence wondering if you should, or feel like you’re ready - this one is for you. There are a handful of powerful and impactful reasons you should do the thing! It’s all about embracing your vulnerability, locking in a speci...

In this episode, Jenny sits down with Kate, an experienced online fitness coach and former Division 1 basketball player turned bodybuilder. Kate shares her inspiring journey, including overcoming a knee injury, navigating the challenges of extreme dieting during fitness competitions, and her transition to a healthier, more balanced lifestyle.

Kate opens up about her struggles with hormonal imbalances, amenorrhea, and the physical to...

In this episode, Jenny shares her transformative health journey that is now focused around navigating perimenopause. She discusses the challenges of managing stress, gut issues, and new symptoms. Reflecting on her initial reliance on workouts and clean eating, she describes a pivotal shift in her approach to health.

Delving into the impact of perimenopause on her overall well-being, including hormonal imbalances and their connection...

This week Jenny is joined by long time Strong girl and fitness coach Katie Koutnik. Katie shares her journey and “why” for what brought her into the Team Strong Girls community, and how her shaft of perspective and prioritization changed her life for the better! She dives into her own transformation journey from struggling with nutrition and strength training to becoming a coach and advocate for women’s health and fitness. Listen i...

When you reach your 40’s and beyond, you may notice that all of a sudden those extreme fad diets and weight loss protocols just don’t work anymore, and more so - your body simply doesn’t respond as well as it used to. The excessive cardio, the restrictive eating, all the things we thought would shred pounds with ease just don’t cut it. After more than 20 years in fitness training and body transformation coaching, Jenny has identifi...

We all know it’s coming one day, but how do we best prepare for it? The moment the household goes quiet, and suddenly there’s less chaos and dependencies surrounding you. Maybe it’s the kids becoming adults and setting off on their own, or maybe it’s early retirement, but we all reach that day where you look around and realize you’re in a transition and your everyday normal starts to slow down and change. That’s exactly what client...

“Your body responds to what you do consistently, not occasionally.” Jenny is here this week to myth-bust a very common misconception about what’s actually holding you back and what’s really happening when your body isn’t responding to your training or dieting. Your metabolism is not broken - it’s adaptive! Our bodies thrive on routine and habit, which is what the Team STRONG Girls approach to fat loss and strength training is built...

This week Jenny sits down with long time STRONG Girl, STRONG Formula grad and fitness coach for athletes Sandra Sorgini. A lifelong athlete herself, Sandra came into her 1:1 coaching with Jenny already understanding the fundamentals of movement, but shares how much she truly learned about body recomposition, muscle building, nutrition, fat loss and so much more when she really started diving into and applying the STRONG Girls metho...