The Anti Dad Bod Podcast
27 | Why a Great Dad Is a Better Goal Than a Great Coach w/ Humberto
Daniel Grochowski and Corey Hobbs sit down with Humberto Medina, a PE teacher in Salinas Valley and longtime strength coach, to talk about fatherhood, work, and the choices that help him stay present at home. The conversation centers on how he and his wife operate as a team, how he keeps fitness woven into family life, and why his definition of success as a dad is now the one that matters most.In this episode: Humberto Medina shares how his own father set the standard for showing up, being intentional, and putting family first He explains why he stayed in high school PE instead of chasing collegiate or pro coaching Daniel and Corey explore the “teammate mindset” required to run a household with two busy parents Humberto talks about scheduling around a labor and delivery nurse’s night-shift life and making room for both parents’ hobbies The group discusses what happens when kids join the garage gym and start copying pushups, bands, and curls Humberto reflects on how a home gym became more than a convenience, becoming a family space and a long-term investment Corey and Daniel compare notes on making time for each other, not just for parenting duties Humberto describes the legacy he wants his kids to remember: being dependable, loving, and always in their corner The episode closes on the idea that fatherhood is simple in principle, but requires constant intentionality and execution
