Hosted by Tom Smalley · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 60 episodes
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There’s nothing small-minded about this podcast aside from the name! Join your host Tom Smalley, MS, CMPC, founder of struggleintostrength.com, as we dive deep into the realms of personal growth, mental health, and human performance.From embracing challenges to exploring the nuances of mental resilience, each episode features expert interviews and insights aimed at helping you transform struggle into strength.And we promise – there's no small talk here!
Tom Smalley hosts Smalls Talk, a health show with 60 episodes published.
Tom is joined by Former Division 1 Softball Player and Motivational Speaker Kelsey O'Connor to discuss the significance of building trust through shared experiences and the impact of athletic injuries on identity. Kelsey
Tom is joined by Senior International Coach Brittany Rucker to discuss the complexities of coach-athlete relationships, emphasizing the importance of communication, setting expectations, and creating a safe environment f
Tom is joined by two-time Olympian Jourdan Delacruz to discuss Jourdan's journey into weightlifting, her experiences at the Olympic Training Center, and the emotional challenges faced during the Olympics, particularly th
Considered one of the best basketball development coaches in the country, Steve Dagostino drops in to talk about his experience working with high level athletes. Dags joins Tom to discuss his journey in building Dags Bas
In this special bonus episode, Tom is joined by Coach Brittany Rucker to explore the mental aspects of meet day, emphasizing the critical role of mindset, self-awareness, and emotional resilience in facing challenges. Th
Tom is joined for a quarterly catch-up chat with dear friend of the show Blake Bender discuss various topics ranging from current events, personal reflections, and Tom's upcoming move to Austin. The conversation also tou
Tom is joined by therapist and former Division I college athlete Evan Smith to discuss how athletes define success, the principles and the processes to get there, and the cultural shifts he experienced along his own athl
Tom is joined by Senior International Olympic Weightlifting Coach Brittany Rucker (also his coach) to discuss the importance of mental fitness, setting realistic goals, and understanding the qualities that make athletes
Tom is joined by Jessica Weiss as she shares her journey living with endometriosis as a competitive athlete. Tom and Jessica discuss the lack of awareness surrounding the condition, the challenges of diagnosis, and the i
Tom is joined by Primal Mobility Coach Bekah Oh as they discuss the importance of mobility training, common misconceptions, and the key principles of Primal Mobility. Bekah and Tom talk about the significance of patience
Tom is joined by competitive weightlifter Dan Russell to about his experiences in weightlifting, the impact of mental health on performance, and the importance of therapy. Dan shares his journey from a casual lifter to a
Tom is joined by Brennan Fleming, the owner of Armory Strength and Conditioning. They discuss Brennan's transition from a collegiate strength coach to a gym owner, the challenges he faces in business, the importance of m
Tom is joined by Quarterback Coach Kyle Borey to discuss his journey in football, from playing at the collegiate level to developing his own business training quarterbacks. Borey shares insights on the transition from hi
Abbie Cooper drops by the studio to discuss her weightlifting journey and the importance of self-belief and a strong coach-athlete relationship. Tom and Abbie also talk about the importance of communication and accountab
Tom is joined in the studio by longtime friend and mentor Greg Fahey (Associate Head Coach of Hampton Men's Basketball) to discuss the evolving landscape of college coaching, the impact of NIL on player transfers, and th
In this episode, Tom sits down with Fitness and Nutrition Coach Adam Badger to delve into his entrepreneurial journey. Adam opens up about the hurdles he faced while starting his coaching business and how a supportive pa
Tom is joined by good friend and athlete Don Carey to discuss his experiences as a college athlete and his transition to professional basketball. He reflects on his time at different colleges, the challenges of being pat
Tom is joined by longtime friend and Forever Forward Podcast Host Michael Thomas to discuss his path to finding purpose through the creation of his YouTube channel. They talk about the importance of being authentic and v
Tom is joined by fitness coach Andrew Holmes to discuss his recent ascent into the online coaching space and how he has leveraged his knowledge and authenticity to create genuine connections and sustainable results with
Associate Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and Temple Football Alum Evangelos Regas joins Tom to discuss their experiences in college strength and conditioning, the challenges of coaching, and the impact of athletics
Kelsey O'Connor
Former Division 1 Softball Player and Motivational Speaker
1 appearance on this show
Evan Smith
therapist and former Division I college athlete · Muscle Mustangs and Fast Fords
1 appearance on this show
Jessica Weiss
Clinical Services Manager at Diabetes WA
1 appearance on this show
Dan Russell
award-winning agency leader
1 appearance on this show
Michael Thomas
forever forward podcast host · Christ Community Church-Camden
1 appearance on this show
Andrew Holmes
4KIDS of South Florida
1 appearance on this show
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