Struggling to turn your training into lasting results? In this kickoff to The Coaching Advantage series, Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson share their personal journeys, why they coach every day, and how strength and nutrition coaching transform everyday life. From breaking through plateaus to reclaiming health and longevity, this conversation shows why coaching matters for everyday lifters who want more than just numbers on the bar.

What You’ll Learn

• Why Niki and Andrew became coaches — and what keeps them motivated after years of daily coaching.

• The “magic moments” when coaching clicks and creates lasting transformation.

• How strength and nutrition coaching transform everyday life, from reduced pain to renewed confidence.

• Why progress isn’t linear and how coaching helps lifters push through plateaus.

• The unique benefits of long-term online coaching relationships for accountability and results.

• What to expect from this new interview series with real coaches and clients.

Timestamps

0:00 – Welcome to Beast Over Burden and the new interview series.
2:15 – Why we coach: the deeper meaning behind daily coaching.
4:50 – Niki’s start in CrossFit and how it led to strength coaching.
7:20 – Andrew’s roots in sports, family coaching influence, and the transformative power of strength training.
12:50 – Coaching vs. corporate work: why helping lifters feels more rewarding.
16:20 – Client stories: from grim outlooks to renewed visions of the future.
20:00 – How lifters respond to setbacks and learn resilience through coaching.
23:40 – The long-term benefits of online coaching relationships.
25:40 – What’s next in this interview series: coaches and clients share real journeys.

Hashtags

#StrengthTraining #NutritionCoaching #FitnessPodcast #Longevity #Hypertrophy #EverydayLifters #BarbellTraining #QualityOfLife

PS - IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN TAKING ONLINE COACHING FOR A TEST RUN, CHECK IT OUT HERE.

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Feeling stuck under the barbell? This Strength With Purpose episode dives into how to find your why so you can train with consistency and purpose even when motivation fades, life gets messy, or the excitement of chasing PRs wears off. Nikki Sims and Andrew Jackson share how to punch the clock with minimum-viable sessions, bring variety into your training without losing progress, and lean on coaching and community to reignite purpose for the long haul.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• How to recognize when your training motivation has dipped—and what that really means.

• Practical strategies to find your why and keep training consistent.

• The power of “minimum-viable” workouts that hold strength and muscle through busy or stressful seasons.

• Why variety (hypertrophy, machines, exercise swaps) can renew purpose without derailing goals.

• When to talk to a coach, remove “buzzkill” lifts, and reset your program with smart structure.

Timestamps

0:00 – Welcome to Beast Over Burden: why lifters lose motivation
1:00 – Feeling stuck and the importance of purpose in training
3:00 – Recognizing ruts: apathy, boredom, and hidden signals
5:00 – Faith over hype: trusting you’ll feel better after training
7:00 – Punch-the-clock sessions: how to define your minimum-viable workout
12:00 – Travel, schedules, and training through life chaos
16:00 – Buzzkill lifts and how to swap them guilt-free
20:00 – Variety with purpose: hypertrophy, machines, and refreshing programs
24:00 – Coaching consults and the value of real-time feedback
26:00 – Closing thoughts: how to find your why again

Hashtags

#StrengthWithPurpose #FindYourWhy #StrengthTraining #LongevityFitness #Hypertrophy #StrengthForLife #BarbellLogic #BeastOverBurden

PS - IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN TAKING ONLINE COACHING FOR A TEST RUN, CHECK IT OUT HERE.

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Taking a break from lifting can feel like you’ve lost it all—but most lifters bounce back faster than they expect. In this episode of Strength With Purpose, Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson share the exact steps for getting back into lifting without overdoing it or losing motivation. Whether you’ve been away for a couple of weeks or more than six months, you’ll learn how to adjust your training, reframe your mindset, and rebuild consistency for long-term success.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why getting back into lifting feels harder than it is—and how to make the first step easier

• The key differences between a short layoff (2–4 weeks) and a long layoff (3–6 months)

• How to ease back into training without excessive soreness or injury risk

• The “runway” approach to comebacks that keeps you training consistently

• Why comparing your comeback to your lifetime PRs can slow your progress

• Simple programming adjustments for a faster return to strength and muscle

Why Listen:
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to get back in the gym, this episode is your sign. You’ll leave with a practical plan, a mindset shift that sticks, and the confidence to start training again—stronger and smarter.

PS - IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN TAKING ONLINE COACHING FOR A TEST RUN, CHECK IT OUT HERE.

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• Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com

In this episode of Strength With Purpose: Goals-Driven Training & Exercise, Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson unpack everything you need to know about how to grow your glutes. From hip thrust mechanics to Bulgarian split squats, glute kickbacks, and programming principles, this episode gives you practical strategies to get stronger, look better, and train smarter.

The hosts also share real-world coaching experiences, explore accessory work for glute isolation, and provide insights on balancing calorie surpluses, deficits, and recovery for optimal growth. Whether your goal is performance, aesthetics, or longevity, this episode has actionable tips to take your training to the next level.

⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro & fun banter
1:20 – Training goals & fitness myths
5:01 – Weighted vests: benefits & limitations
9:38 – How to grow your glutes: the real focus
12:28 – Why the hip thrust works so well
17:03 – Accessory lifts that deliver results
20:48 – Back extensions & glute targeting
23:36 – Programming for glute growth
26:27 – Balancing fatigue, strength, and hypertrophy
29:59 – Nutrition and realistic body composition goals
32:54 – Outro & final thoughts

🔗 Key Topics:

• How to grow your glutes without wasting time

• Hip thrust biomechanics and setup tips

• Best accessory lifts for glute development

• Programming strategies for hypertrophy and strength

• Balancing calorie intake, deficits, and physique goals

📢 Hashtags:
#GluteTraining #StrengthTraining #Hypertrophy #FitnessPodcast #HowToGrowYourGlutes

PS - IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN TAKING ONLINE COACHING FOR A TEST RUN, CHECK IT OUT HERE.

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In this live Q&A, we unpack one of the most challenging fitness goals: how to get stronger and lose weight at the same time. You’ll hear practical advice on balancing training, diet, and recovery while cutting fat without losing hard-earned muscle. From nutrition strategies to lifestyle and mindset, this episode is designed for lifters who train for strength, health, longevity, and everyday quality of life.

✅ What You’ll Learn

• How to combine fat loss and strength goals sustainably

• Key nutrition strategies: protein intake, carb timing, and realistic deficits

• Training adjustments that preserve muscle while leaning out

• Why sleep, stress, and recovery are as important as sets and reps

• Mindset principles that keep lifters consistent long-term

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Intro & Q&A kickoff
03:15 – How to get stronger and lose weight (overview)
08:30 – Nutrition priorities for fat loss and strength
14:20 – Smart training adjustments when dieting
21:00 – Balancing hypertrophy and strength goals
26:45 – The role of sleep, stress, and recovery
34:00 – Real-world Q&A: cardio, timelines, and expectations
40:15 – Key takeaways for everyday lifters

🔖 Hashtags (Podcast App Optimized)
#HowToGetStrongerAndLoseWeight #StrengthTraining #FatLossForLifters #StrengthWithPurpose #HealthAndLongevity #FitnessPodcast #BarbellLogic #StrengthForLife

PS - IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN TAKING ONLINE COACHING FOR A TEST RUN, CHECK IT OUT HERE.

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• Podcast Webpage
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Your training should match your goals — but what happens when those goals go beyond PRs? In this episode of Beast Over Burden, we show you how to adapt strength training for any goal, whether that means balancing swim workouts with barbell lifts, building knee resilience for high-altitude hunting, or nailing the StrongFirst kettlebell snatch test.

Through three in-depth case studies, you’ll hear exactly how we adjusted programming to fit real-life demands:

• Reducing gym volume for a competitive swimmer in peak season

• Using high-bar squats, pause squats, and rucking to prepare a hunter for steep terrain

• Prioritizing kettlebell snatch work without sacrificing barbell strength

We cover how to use the SAID Principle to match your training to your outcome, what to change in your volume and intensity when another sport takes priority, and how to manage recovery so you can perform when it matters most.

Whether you lift for performance, adventure, or everyday life, you’ll walk away knowing how to adapt strength training for any goal without losing the muscle, strength, and motivation you’ve worked hard to build.

PS - IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN TAKING ONLINE COACHING FOR A TEST RUN, CHECK IT OUT HERE.

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• Podcast Webpage
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• Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com

What do you do when real life punches your training plan in the gut—literally? In this final episode of the Training Oh No’s series, coaches Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson talk through some of the most awkward and frustrating interruptions lifters face: getting sick, diarrhea mid-session, travel, emotional stress, and total routine breakdowns.

You’ll learn practical ways to handle training when you're sick, stressed, or just overwhelmed by life. They cover how to adjust (or skip) workouts without guilt, how to bounce back smarter, and how to keep a long-term mindset even when short-term chaos hits.

Whether you lift for longevity, health, hypertrophy, or sanity—this episode helps you train smarter when things go sideways.

🧠 KEY TAKEAWAYS

• What to do when illness (like stomach issues) strikes mid-training

• Why skipping a workout doesn’t equal failure

• How to adjust your mindset and goals when life gets messy

• Training strategies during travel, stress, or emotional overload

• When lifting helps your mental health—and when it doesn’t

🟢 0:00 – Intro & overview of life-disrupting training problems
💩 1:24 – “So, I had diarrhea…”: Training and stomach issues
🧠 6:42 – Illness, mental health, and knowing when to rest
🧳 11:08 – Travel, stress, and life throwing off your routine
🏋️ 15:52 – Can you still train when you’re a mess?
🛑 19:01 – Emotional stress vs. physical stress
🌀 23:28 – Rethinking consistency: Grace over guilt
🚀 26:48 – Final thoughts: Ending the Training Oh No’s series

🔖 HASHTAGS

#StrengthTraining #TrainingProblems #FitnessForLife #TrainSmart #LifeHappens #FitnessOver40 #RealLifeLifting #BarbellTraining #WorkoutInterruptions #DiarrheaAndDumbbells

PS - IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN TAKING ONLINE COACHING FOR A TEST RUN, CHECK IT OUT HERE.

• Niki on Instagram
• Andrew on Instagram

• Barbell Logic on Instagram
• Podcast Webpage
• Barbell Logic on Facebook
• Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com