Building Strength

In this episode, I recap my experience taking the Strongfirst Kettlebell Course with Louka Kurcer. I travelled to Montreal to take this one day course because I needed someone to critique my technique with the KB moves. I got exactly that and much much more from this course and my time in Montreal. I also talk about what courses / certifications I’ve taken and my biggest takeaways from attending these courses. As always, thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!   Show Timestamps: 1:00 - Intro / Why I chose to do this course 8:30 - Course overview and what we did for 8 hours 11:00 - Cues that helped me improve my technique 16:00 - Why hiring a coach is so important 18:00 - The cost of the course 20:00 - What I’ve learned from taking educational courses / certifications 27:00 - Why simply getting

In this episode, I share my most recent fuck-ups just to show you that I am not as perfect and 'on it' as instagram stories might show you. I dive deep into whether or not we should be using the smith machine and how we can utilize it for maximum benefits. I also share my full-body strength training template and explain the simplest way that you can progress through your program.  As always, thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!   Show Timestamps: 1:00 - Intro / Looking for feedback 2:40 - Instagram highlights 5:00 - Sharing my recent fuckups  8:30 - Smith machine vs free weights? 22:00 - Sharing my full-body strength training template 31:00 - How to progress to get stronger and build muscle 41:00 - Why I give all of this information away for free   Important Links: Email me at theolim7@gma

In this episode, I share with you why I think both education and experience are equally important when it comes to honing your craft. I also share my personal experiences regarding both and what has made the most impact for me in terms of becoming a better coach. As always, thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!   Show Notes:   Gyms that I train at:  Carpio Strength and Conditioning Myodetox Performance   Educational Resources: https://dtsfitnesseducation.com/ https://cppscoaches.com/get-certified/ https://www.myodetoxu.com/ https://artofcoaching.com/ https://www.strongfirst.com/    

In this episode, I talk about how to cultivate your environment (both physical and mental) in order to improve your mental health. This is a very important topic that not a lot of people talk about and I want to shed some light on how I've been able to cultivate my own environment and how that has helped me grow as a person. As always, I am not perfect (far from it actually) but I am working hard to become better. Removing things and people from my environment and adding certain things has helped me tremendously.    As always, thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!     Show Notes / My Favourite Podcasts:  http://jasonferruggia.com/podcast/ https://zacheven-esh.com/category/podcasts/ https://www.defrancostraining.com/category/podcast/ https://grantcardone.com/podcast/    

In this episode, I share how to improve your front squat mobility, why strength training is so important for sport performance and injury prevention, how to deal with elbow tendinitis and some technique tips for the romanian deadlift. As always, thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!   Show Notes: Kelly Starrett on Solving Front Rack Problems  

In this episode, I talk about approaching your strength training with intent and focus, the value of low-rep training for making insane strength gains and I share the format from a strength class at Myodetox Performance. As a bonus, I address the topic of frequency, volume and intensity and how to manipulate each factor to create the most realistic and sustainable training program to crush your goals!   As always, thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!

In this episode, I answer your questions regarding habits, pre-workout fuel, motivation, supplements that I take (or don't), real estate and training barefoot.  As always, thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!   Show Notes: James Clear on Habits - Podcast Link Myprotein Website

In this episode I talk about Pavel Tsatsouline and what I've learned from him, the Simple and Sinister program that I'm currently running and I give a quick summary/analysis of a podcast that Pavel was featured on. This is my first time trying out a different format for the podcast so I'd appreciate any feedback you have.  As always, thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!   Show Notes: Podcast I am referring to : Tim Ferris x Pavel Tsatsouline Podcast Simple and Sinister Warmup Routine : Pavel's Warmup Routine Simple and Sinister : Simple and Sinister by Pavel How to Read a Book : How to Read a Book - Mortimer J. Adler

In this week's episode, I answer these questions:   I want to gain some muscle and shed some fat. I've been inactive for a while but I'm thinking of running every day. What do you think? How do I get my ab wheel rollouts stronger? I can't seem to go out all the way. What can I do to tone my legs at home? How many days should I train? How do you know if you're gaining strength at the same rate you're gaining weight? I want to go to the gym 3x a week for 45 minutes but I can't seem to make the time. Any tips for me?     As always, thank you guys for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!

In this week's episode, I share with you 12 questions to ask yourself that a friend of mine shared with me. This was a very effective and enlightening self-discovery exercise and I think you will benefit from doing this.  As always, thank you guys for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!   Link to the 12 Questions : 12 Questions to Ask Yourself Link to Grant Cardone's 10X Rule : The 10X Rule      

In this episode, I share with you the key lessons I've learned over the past 3 years of coaching. I also answer 2 great questions about how to build awareness with clients as well as how I stay enthusiastic about training my clients.   As always, thank you guys for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!

In this episode, I share with you how I build 'systems' into my daily life in order to move towards my goals. I also talk about the importance of structure and a daily schedule. Whether you're self-employed or work a regular day job, you need to learn how to prioritize in order to improve your situation and live the life you truly want to live. Lastly, I talk about building strength inside AND outside of the gym and how they are extremely similar challenges.   As always, thank you guys for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!

In this episode, I share with you the process I went through to purchase what I needed for my garage gym. I share some tips that will help you if you're ever looking to get some equipment for a home gym. I hope this episode is helpful! As always, thank you guys for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!   Links to Equipment: 1. Crossbox Squat Stands 2. Rogue Echo Bar 3. Northern Lights Bumper Set - 365 lbs 4. Xtreme Monkey FID Bench 5. Rubber Mats   

Hi everyone, I had a few questions from some clients and members at the gym this week and I answer them all in this week's episode. I think this was my best nutrition episode to date and I hope this one helps you guys out!   The main questions were: - What are your top nutrition tips? - I'm training for a half-marathon but want to keep my strength up as well. How do I know if I'm eating enough? - Low carbs or high carbs?   As always, thank you guys for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can learn more about me at my website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!    

In this episode, I talk about the four main services that I provide - personal training, small-group training, large-group classes and online coaching. I discuss the pros and cons of each and my experience with each one. You can find out more about my services at www.theodorelim.ca. Also, if you are interested in training at Myodetox Performance, check us out at https://www.myodetoxperformance.com/.   As always, thank you guys for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can reach me at my personal website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!

In this episode, I discuss the strategies I use when I train older clients. I discuss my main priorities when it comes to training this demographic as well as the similarities between the older clients and the younger, less mobile clients that often walk through the door.   As always, thank you guys for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can reach me at my personal website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!

In this episode, I discuss the difference between someone who is only focused on the short-term versus someone who understands the big picture and the fact that our health and fitness is a long-term game.    As always, thank you guys for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can reach me at my personal website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!

In this episode, I answer YOUR questions regarding mental breakdowns, marketing yourself as a trainer, skin care, training with time constraints and much much more.   As always, thank you guys for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can reach me at my personal website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!

In this episode, I answer some questions from instagram regarding birthday plans, low carb diets, starting strength programs, cannabis and many more! As always, thank you guys for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can reach me at my personal website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!

Short and sweet episode for you guys today. Y'all know that I'm all about being flexible and adaptable with training. I am big on autoregulation and making sure we modify our training when needed. Today, I want to share my six NON-NEGOTIABLE gym commandments that I see people breaking all of the time. As always, thank you guys for listening. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with a friend or two and drop a review on Itunes as well. You can reach me at my personal website - www.theodorelim.ca or on instagram @theodore.lim. Catch you next time!