<![CDATA[Inside SSP]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunhamRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:05:20 GMTWed, 29 Apr 2026 20:38:20 GMT60Seattle Strength & Performance Queen AnneStraight from the mouths of your SSP coaches: join us for a round table discussion to discuss fitness related topics you might be curious about!episodicSeattle Strength & Performance Queen Annenribble@seattlesp.comyes<![CDATA[Episode 39: What Even Is An Expansion Manager?]]>Join Coach Natalie as she interviews a NEW guest on the podcast - SSP's very own expansion manager - Michael Pastore! We update you on the behind the scenes of the pod, but also go deeper into expansion plans and a little about Michael's jump from corporate to working for SSP! Michael has some good pizza advice, so make sure you listen to the end!

]]>7af85d1b-ddbe-4578-afc8-eb8e9334cb85Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:18:42 GMT<p>Join Coach Natalie as she interviews a NEW guest on the podcast - SSP's very own expansion manager - Michael Pastore! We update you on the behind the scenes of the pod, but also go deeper into expansion plans and a little about Michael's jump from corporate to working for SSP! Michael has some good pizza advice, so make sure you listen to the end! </p>yes00:29:30Episode 39: What Even Is An Expansion Manager?full<![CDATA[Episode 38: The Origin Stories]]>In this episode we finally do something we probably should have done a long time ago — sit down and actually introduce ourselves. Chris and Nat get into how they each found their way into fitness, the early experiences that shaped how they coach, and the moments that made SSP feel not just possible but necessary. There's real talk about career changes, self-doubt, and what it actually takes to bet on yourself. Plus some coaching philosophy, a nerdy detour into movement and exercise selection, and enough banter at the end to remind you that we genuinely enjoy doing this.

]]>ada75f31-8046-4640-8ef3-3030d9adfcffFri, 15 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode we finally do something we probably should have done a long time ago — sit down and actually introduce ourselves. Chris and Nat get into how they each found their way into fitness, the early experiences that shaped how they coach, and the moments that made SSP feel not just possible but necessary. There's real talk about career changes, self-doubt, and what it actually takes to bet on yourself. Plus some coaching philosophy, a nerdy detour into movement and exercise selection, and enough banter at the end to remind you that we genuinely enjoy doing this.</p>yes00:38:08Episode 38: The Origin Storiesfull<![CDATA[Episode 37: Explaining our Hiatus and The Keys to Scaling Semi Private Personal Training]]>Coaches Chris and Nat are back covering a range of topics, including an apology and explanation for the delay in podcasting, the transition to a new role as Chief Brand Officer, the launch of an ambassador program, challenges and learnings from opening new locations, staffing and onboarding challenges, scaling personalized programming, efficiency and empowerment in semi-private training, and the importance of client experience and comfort. The discussion emphasizes the need for a system to maintain brand integrity, the impact of scaling personalized programming, and the unsung beauty of semi-private training in empowering clients and creating a welcoming environment.

]]>0644c0ab-3136-43a2-9592-ef61b536679bFri, 01 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>Coaches Chris and Nat are back covering a range of topics, including an apology and explanation for the delay in podcasting, the transition to a new role as Chief Brand Officer, the launch of an ambassador program, challenges and learnings from opening new locations, staffing and onboarding challenges, scaling personalized programming, efficiency and empowerment in semi-private training, and the importance of client experience and comfort. The discussion emphasizes the need for a system to maintain brand integrity, the impact of scaling personalized programming, and the unsung beauty of semi-private training in empowering clients and creating a welcoming environment.</p>yes00:36:53Episode 37: Explaining our Hiatus and The Keys to Scaling Semi Private Personal Trainingfull<![CDATA[Episode 31: Special Guest & SSP Member: Beth!!]]>Coach Natalie is back with a super fun and unique episode with a super special guest: Beth Milstid! Beth is one of our members at SSP West Seattle and has just had such an inspiring journey with strength training at SSP. She is such a cheerleader not only for our business but for others in the gym, and such a fountain of wisdom! We're so thankful to have Beth in our community and on the podcast today!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-31-Special-Guest--SSP-Member-Beth-e35hvks72f3f726-9082-4cb4-9b8f-9f286cf359bbMon, 14 Jul 2025 19:09:43 GMT<p>Coach Natalie is back with a super fun and unique episode with a super special guest: Beth Milstid! Beth is one of our members at SSP West Seattle and has just had such an inspiring journey with strength training at SSP. She is such a cheerleader not only for our business but for others in the gym, and such a fountain of wisdom! We're so thankful to have Beth in our community and on the podcast today!</p> yes00:37:56Episode 31: Special Guest & SSP Member: Beth!!full<![CDATA[Inside SSP Episode 7]]>Episode 7 comin' at ya! Your favorite round table is back, talking about 2 very important topics/questions we get a lot at SSP. Intimidation in a gym setting, and how often should you be working out? Listen in as we describe our own experience as coaches being intimidated in other gyms we might happen to workout at, and how we act/feel when we see someone who is looking intimidated in a new gym. Also, how often should you work out? We'll answer with one of our favorite phrases- 'it depends'. Sometimes just getting through your warm-up counts as a victory for the day :)

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Inside-SSP-Episode-7-e21topm81ad668a-036c-48c0-833b-f79c94ce709bFri, 07 Apr 2023 04:32:32 GMT<p>Episode 7 comin' at ya! Your favorite round table is back, talking about 2 very important topics/questions we get a lot at SSP. Intimidation in a gym setting, and how often should you be working out? Listen in as we describe our own experience as coaches being intimidated in other gyms we might happen to workout at, and how we act/feel when we see someone who is looking intimidated in a new gym. Also, how often should you work out? We'll answer with one of our favorite phrases- 'it depends'. Sometimes just getting through your warm-up counts as a victory for the day :)</p> yes00:28:5817Inside SSP Episode 7full<![CDATA[Episode 36: First Pod of the New Year! 2025 recap & looking ahead]]>HAPPY NEW YEAR! Welcome back to another episode of Inside SSP and our first episode of 2026! I know we say this a lot... but you'll want to stick around because this year is going to be EXCITING! Coaches Chris & Nat recap learnings both on the business and the fitness side from 2025 and talk about how they plan to apply those moving forward! As always, thanks for being here!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-36-First-Pod-of-the-New-Year--2025-recap--looking-ahead-e3d7bnic93604dc-f812-410c-8475-ba46f41dce68Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:36:08 GMT<p>HAPPY NEW YEAR! Welcome back to another episode of Inside SSP and our first episode of 2026! I know we say this a lot... but you'll want to stick around because this year is going to be EXCITING! Coaches Chris &amp; Nat recap learnings both on the business and the fitness side from 2025 and talk about how they plan to apply those moving forward! As always, thanks for being here!</p> yes00:44:37Episode 36: First Pod of the New Year! 2025 recap & looking aheadfull<![CDATA[Episode 34: Expansion, Weighted Vests, and Chris ranting about Hyrox... again]]>Hey team! Welcome back to Inside SSP with Coach Chris and Coach Nat. This week we give you the inside scoop on the Ballard expansion & chat about how we onboard new coaches at SSP. Then we dive into the trend of weighted vests and make sure to listen for our predictions on what the next fitness trend will be (not that we really participate in trends ;) ). Thanks for listening!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-34-Expansion--Weighted-Vests--and-Chris-ranting-about-Hyrox----again-e385gka0bb97319-45b9-451c-ade8-625744c51b8aFri, 12 Sep 2025 22:58:01 GMT<p>Hey team! Welcome back to Inside SSP with Coach Chris and Coach Nat. This week we give you the inside scoop on the Ballard expansion &amp; chat about how we onboard new coaches at SSP. Then we dive into the trend of weighted vests and make sure to listen for our predictions on what the next fitness trend will be (not that we really participate in trends ;) ). Thanks for listening!</p> yes00:41:09Episode 34: Expansion, Weighted Vests, and Chris ranting about Hyrox... againfull<![CDATA[Episode 33: SSP5 Party Recap & Balancing Life with Fitness]]>Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back for another great episode full of soapboxes, banter, and as always some sage fitness and life advice. In this episode they touch on the SSP5 Anniversary Party, the Ballard expansion, and how they each balance being a "fitness person" with being a real life human!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-33-SSP5-Party-Recap--Balancing-Life-with-Fitness-e376pu16e0ecfb5-c9c6-45ae-ad8e-8665153ffb2aFri, 22 Aug 2025 21:37:54 GMT<p>Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back for another great episode full of soapboxes, banter, and as always some sage fitness and life advice. In this episode they touch on the SSP5 Anniversary Party, the Ballard expansion, and how they each balance being a "fitness person" with being a real life human! </p> yes00:49:20Episode 33: SSP5 Party Recap & Balancing Life with Fitnessfull<![CDATA[Episode 25: One year of progress at SSP and Core Training]]>We're back with another episode of Inside SSP - this week we're talking about the progress that you can *really* make in a year of strength training (at SSP at least) and how that happens. We also touched on the philosophy we have around core training at SSP and why it may be different than what you expect. As always, thanks for listening!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-25-One-year-of-progress-at-SSP-and-Core-Training-e2u8jmm03e99e51-fee4-467c-8518-d16a7e37b7daFri, 31 Jan 2025 22:57:31 GMT<p>We're back with another episode of Inside SSP - this week we're talking about the progress that you can *really* make in a year of strength training (at SSP at least) and how that happens. We also touched on the philosophy we have around core training at SSP and why it may be different than what you expect. As always, thanks for listening!</p> yes00:32:06Episode 25: One year of progress at SSP and Core Trainingfull<![CDATA[Episode 19: June Recap & Importance of Strength Training As You Age]]>We're backkkk! After a brief hiatus in June, Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back to catch you up on all things behind the scenes in June. SSP has faced some major changes and challenges we peel back the curtain on in the last month. But despite the challenges, we are so proud of the work we do at SSP and we get back to our roots and remind us why we do this by talking about the life-changing impacts of strength training.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-19-June-Recap--Importance-of-Strength-Training-As-You-Age-e2lnpv7566763b8-f7d1-467a-9e8f-a8c094de22ddSat, 06 Jul 2024 19:30:49 GMT<p>We're backkkk! After a brief hiatus in June, Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back to catch you up on all things behind the scenes in June. SSP has faced some major changes and challenges we peel back the curtain on in the last month. But despite the challenges, we are so proud of the work we do at SSP and we get back to our roots and remind us why we do this by talking about the life-changing impacts of strength training. </p> yes00:40:57Episode 19: June Recap & Importance of Strength Training As You Agefull<![CDATA[Episode 20: Summer Recap & Knowing When to Quit vs Push Through]]>We're baaaaack! After a brief hiatus Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back to catch you up on all things behind the scenes at SSP. They discussed our summer trips to LA for Perform Better and Boston for Business for Unicorns Retreat as well as new hires and other updates! Then they talk about how to know when to push through vs when to quit both in fitness and in life. Insightful stuff... Thanks for listening!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-20-Summer-Recap--Knowing-When-to-Quit-vs-Push-Through-e2p8bo95ed60035-1a99-44d6-bf6b-b589ce35f337Fri, 04 Oct 2024 21:32:23 GMT<p>We're baaaaack! After a brief hiatus Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back to catch you up on all things behind the scenes at SSP. They discussed our summer trips to LA for Perform Better and Boston for Business for Unicorns Retreat as well as new hires and other updates! Then they talk about how to know when to push through vs when to quit both in fitness and in life. Insightful stuff... Thanks for listening!</p> yes00:46:34Episode 20: Summer Recap & Knowing When to Quit vs Push Throughfull<![CDATA[Episode 14: Special Guest & All Things Nutrition]]>Please welcome our beloved Coach and in-house Registered Dietician Britt Myer back to Inside SSP! Coach Chris and Nat asked Britt about our Lifelong Nutrition program and we discussed some of the challenges of talking about and coaching nutrition in general.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-14-Special-Guest--All-Things-Nutrition-e2fje3ff181f352-ed9c-4253-86c0-db5414dbec5bSat, 10 Feb 2024 01:12:39 GMT<p>Please welcome our beloved Coach and in-house Registered Dietician Britt Myer back to Inside SSP! Coach Chris and Nat asked Britt about our Lifelong Nutrition program and we discussed some of the challenges of talking about and coaching nutrition in general. </p> yes00:42:21Episode 14: Special Guest & All Things Nutritionfull<![CDATA[Episode 11: Stress Impacts on Training]]>Back with Coach Chris and Coach Natalie to chat about the importance of sleep and recovery, and how to balance life stress with training stress! This episode covers a LOT of ground even outside fitness performance and into general stress management tools for the busy career person. We finish off with our weekly hot takes, and I think we're going to make that a tradition!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-11-Stress-Impacts-on-Training-e2bj12f1f8d89a6-aed3-4d24-b2e3-adecd9dd9c24Tue, 07 Nov 2023 01:09:16 GMT<p>Back with Coach Chris and Coach Natalie to chat about the importance of sleep and recovery, and how to balance life stress with training stress! This episode covers a LOT of ground even outside fitness performance and into general stress management tools for the busy career person. We finish off with our weekly hot takes, and I think we're going to make that a tradition!</p> yes00:29:27111Episode 11: Stress Impacts on Trainingfull<![CDATA[Inside SSP Episode 5]]>Welcome back to "Inside SSP"! We took a brief 6 month hiatus to open a 2nd gym, but now we're back to our round-table discussions- brought to you from the attic of our new location :)

Today we talk about Carbs, Carbs, & more Carbs! What's the deal with this macronutrient? Are carbs equally as important as protein in trying to change your body composition? (hint: yes it is.)

Join Coach Natalie and she facilitates a discussion with the 2 Coaches behind our Lifelong Nutrition Program: Coach Allie, & Registered Dietitian/Coach Britt!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Inside-SSP-Episode-5-e1pf46aea4422bc-235d-46f5-9641-1685369c857cWed, 19 Oct 2022 20:42:36 GMT<p>Welcome back to "Inside SSP"! We took a brief 6 month hiatus to open a 2nd gym, but now we're back to our round-table discussions- brought to you from the attic of our new location :)</p> <p>Today we talk about Carbs, Carbs, &amp; more Carbs! What's the deal with this macronutrient? Are carbs equally as important as protein in trying to change your body composition? (hint: yes it is.)</p> <p>Join Coach Natalie and she facilitates a discussion with the 2 Coaches behind our Lifelong Nutrition Program: Coach Allie, &amp; Registered Dietitian/Coach Britt!</p> no00:28:5115Inside SSP Episode 5full<![CDATA[Inside SSP Episode 4]]>Number 4! Today we spend our entire episode answering the question “what does recovery look like to you?” Every human body is different, so of course, it depends. But there are a few main components that all three coaches agree on: sleep, proper nutrition, and minimizing stress.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Inside-SSP-Episode-4-e1gkom17d09b4f1-c4f0-4f2c-9bd1-b4f5a673c8bbSat, 02 Apr 2022 23:09:06 GMT<p>Number 4! Today we spend our entire episode answering the question “what does recovery look like to you?” Every human body is different, so of course, it depends. But there are a few main components that all three coaches agree on: sleep, proper nutrition, and minimizing stress.</p> yes00:30:0414Inside SSP Episode 4full<![CDATA[Inside SSP Episode 1]]>Our very first recorded round table discussion! Listen as we awkwardly get rolling discussing: a core value that is very near & dear to us here at SSP; feeling safe at your gym; approaching strangers at the gym just to comment on form, and more!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Inside-SSP-Episode-1-e1b8k4db3fd69f7-3782-4fa8-9315-a8d096b05690Sat, 04 Dec 2021 23:30:26 GMT<p>Our very first recorded round table discussion! Listen as we awkwardly get rolling discussing: a core value that is very near &amp; dear to us here at SSP; feeling safe at your gym; approaching strangers at the gym just to comment on form, and more!</p> yes00:29:0411Inside SSP Episode 1full<![CDATA[Episode 9: Coach Natalie's journey to SSP and Fitness Business musings]]>Join Coaches Chris and Natalie as they talk about Natalie's journey to SSP, why our culture at SSP is so important, and the things that set SSP apart as a fitness business.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-9-Coach-Natalies-journey-to-SSP-and-Fitness-Business-musings-e28pbkr4eccd49c-1b22-4853-b9b2-852ae2bf79b2Thu, 31 Aug 2023 23:39:02 GMT<p>Join Coaches Chris and Natalie as they talk about Natalie's journey to SSP, why our culture at SSP is so important, and the things that set SSP apart as a fitness business. </p> yes00:28:4819Episode 9: Coach Natalie's journey to SSP and Fitness Business musingsfull<![CDATA[Episode 23: 2024 Recap & Looking Ahead to 2025]]>Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back again and feeling *reflective* today. 2024 was not without its amazing highs and challenging lows and today they reflected on their biggest business & personal lessons from 2024 and everything we're excited for in 2025! There's some fun announcements and teasers in this episode so make sure and give it a listen!


Thanks for all your support and listening in in 2024! See you in the new year!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-23-2024-Recap--Looking-Ahead-to-2025-e2sjn6n47b4bc26-f894-4b8a-8c91-de55d8dcf3c3Sat, 21 Dec 2024 06:41:11 GMT<p>Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back again and feeling *reflective* today. 2024 was not without its amazing highs and challenging lows and today they reflected on their biggest business &amp; personal lessons from 2024 and everything we're excited for in 2025! There's some fun announcements and teasers in this episode so make sure and give it a listen!</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Thanks for all your support and listening in in 2024! See you in the new year!</p> yes00:57:21123Episode 23: 2024 Recap & Looking Ahead to 2025full<![CDATA[Inside SSP Episode 3]]>Drumroll please...! We have a very exciting announcement you won’t want to miss! Coach Chris spills the news right out of the gate. We also talk about how our particular SSP core values are spreading to other gyms in our neighborhood (very cool to see!); as well as fat loss vs weight loss, and making sure you're having fun during your workouts- and sometimes that means changing your mindset around exercising.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Inside-SSP-Episode-3-e1ekl8kb6035354-ae4b-435a-844f-517b3624f8cbSat, 19 Feb 2022 20:28:13 GMT<p>Drumroll please...! We have a very exciting announcement you won’t want to miss! Coach Chris spills the news right out of the gate. We also talk about how our particular SSP core values are spreading to other gyms in our neighborhood (very cool to see!); as well as fat loss vs weight loss, and making sure you're having fun during your workouts- and sometimes that means changing your mindset around exercising.</p> yes00:36:2113Inside SSP Episode 3full<![CDATA[Episode 30: Chris' Spartan Story, SSP5, and other Ramblings]]>Welcome back to another episode of Chris and Natalie talking about all the updates in SSP's world: this time, namely, Spartan racing and our big SSP5 party! As usual its full of silly anecdotes but also, hopefully, some good quality advice and reflection.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-30-Chris-Spartan-Story--SSP5--and-other-Ramblings-e32krpfd17878b8-0fb8-450a-b3b2-0624996d0e3dFri, 09 May 2025 22:17:33 GMT<p>Welcome back to another episode of Chris and Natalie talking about all the updates in SSP's world: this time, namely, Spartan racing and our big SSP5 party! As usual its full of silly anecdotes but also, hopefully, some good quality advice and reflection. </p> yes00:29:41Episode 30: Chris' Spartan Story, SSP5, and other Ramblingsfull<![CDATA[Episode 15 - Special Guest Logan Trachuk from Base Chiropractic]]>Listen as Coach Chris interviews Dr. Logan Trachuk from Base Chiropractic, a provider in our trusted network. We talk about the Base Chiro practice and why it's important for them to have gyms like SSP to send their patients.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-15---Special-Guest-Logan-Trachuk-from-Base-Chiropractic-e2fsv6e58d4f463-d00f-44a7-9add-74fdbd97ca06Sat, 17 Feb 2024 01:07:14 GMT<p>Listen as Coach Chris interviews Dr. Logan Trachuk from Base Chiropractic, a provider in our trusted network. We talk about the Base Chiro practice and why it's important for them to have gyms like SSP to send their patients. </p> yes00:20:36Episode 15 - Special Guest Logan Trachuk from Base Chiropracticfull<![CDATA[Episode 10: "It Depends" - Exercise Selection, Application, & Programming]]>Join Coach Chris and Coach Natalie as they discuss SSP's programming philosophy and how we apply certain exercises at SSP. They dive into sport specific demands and how application of certain exercises may differ depending on goals and context. And as usual, they complain about Instagram fitness fads, because it wouldn't be an Inside SSP episode without a little sass!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-10-It-Depends---Exercise-Selection--Application---Programming-e29tt736237ef3b-3ad6-44a3-b583-3413840c3236Thu, 28 Sep 2023 21:34:45 GMT<p>Join Coach Chris and Coach Natalie as they discuss SSP's programming philosophy and how we apply certain exercises at SSP. They dive into sport specific demands and how application of certain exercises may differ depending on goals and context. And as usual, they complain about Instagram fitness fads, because it wouldn't be an Inside SSP episode without a little sass! </p> yes00:25:10110Episode 10: "It Depends" - Exercise Selection, Application, & Programmingfull<![CDATA[Episode 28: Why Split Squats are Everyone's Frenemy & Why We Care About Safe Spaces]]>Hey team! Welcome back to Inside SSP with Coach Chris & Coach Nat. This week starts out lighthearted, but if you stick around for the full episode gets pretty deep. We start off by recapping our trip to Toronto, then get into the importance of split squats and why we train them so much at SSP, and finish with some personal stories of why keeping SSP a safe place for people is so important to both of us.


Side note from your podcast producer (aka Coach Nat): apologies for the technical difficulties, turns out we weren't recording video this time when I thought we were... I'll do better next time... ;)

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-28-Why-Split-Squats-are-Everyones-Frenemy--Why-We-Care-About-Safe-Spaces-e31e9d5e090f846-eaee-4909-85d6-7b85d29075d9Fri, 11 Apr 2025 22:13:09 GMT<p>Hey team! Welcome back to Inside SSP with Coach Chris &amp; Coach Nat. This week starts out lighthearted, but if you stick around for the full episode gets pretty deep. We start off by recapping our trip to Toronto, then get into the importance of split squats and why we train them so much at SSP, and finish with some personal stories of why keeping SSP a safe place for people is so important to both of us. </p><p><br /></p><p>Side note from your podcast producer (aka Coach Nat): apologies for the technical difficulties, turns out we weren't recording video this time when I thought we were... I'll do better next time... ;)</p> yes00:53:12Episode 28: Why Split Squats are Everyone's Frenemy & Why We Care About Safe Spacesfull<![CDATA[Episode 22: Holiday Fitness Bullsh*t ]]>Team, we are back with another fiery (and at times rambling) episode with Coach Chris and Coach Nat about the toxic bullsh*t in the industry surrounding the holidays. Here at SSP we believe in a better way of approaching your health and fitness and we talk about that at length here. As usual expect funny stories, side tangents, and soap boxes... but we think that's why you love it :) thanks for listening

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-22-Holiday-Fitness-Bullsht-e2rcfam48add441-ab21-460b-beaf-f106fa89461cFri, 22 Nov 2024 22:45:31 GMT<p>Team, we are back with another fiery (and at times rambling) episode with Coach Chris and Coach Nat about the toxic bullsh*t in the industry surrounding the holidays. Here at SSP we believe in a better way of approaching your health and fitness and we talk about that at length here. As usual expect funny stories, side tangents, and soap boxes... but we think that's why you love it :) thanks for listening</p> yes00:40:37122Episode 22: Holiday Fitness Bullsh*t full<![CDATA[Episode 12: Our first special guest!]]>Join Coach Chris and Natalie and our special guest, a member of SSP Alper as we talk about Alper's fitness journey, how he discovered SSP, and the things he loves about our gym. We thought Alper would be a perfect first guest for the podcast not only because he's such a wonderful member but because we believe his story is so powerful and relatable!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-12-Our-first-special-guest-e2d7cnv72afa61e-9b6c-4442-8442-a9c2ca57cc99Wed, 13 Dec 2023 21:10:07 GMT<p>Join Coach Chris and Natalie and our special guest, a member of SSP Alper as we talk about Alper's fitness journey, how he discovered SSP, and the things he loves about our gym. We thought Alper would be a perfect first guest for the podcast not only because he's such a wonderful member but because we believe his story is so powerful and relatable! </p> yes00:41:37Episode 12: Our first special guest!full<![CDATA[Episode 27: Seattle Fitness Week recap & how to get the most out of your group fitness classes]]>Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back with another episode of Inside SSP: this time answering your questions you've submitted! In this episode they recap SFW, talk about how to make the best of your group classes, and talk about how we choose exercises for your programs! Thanks for listening!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-27-Seattle-Fitness-Week-recap--how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-group-fitness-classes-e306ekqc49142fb-3e68-432d-b1c2-f032815733bbFri, 14 Mar 2025 23:21:38 GMT<p>Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back with another episode of Inside SSP: this time answering <strong>your </strong>questions you've submitted! In this episode they recap SFW, talk about how to make the best of your group classes, and talk about how we choose exercises for your programs! Thanks for listening!</p> yes00:38:00Episode 27: Seattle Fitness Week recap & how to get the most out of your group fitness classesfull<![CDATA[Episode 13: West Seattle, Hot Takes, and What Makes SSP Different]]>Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back and recording from our new location in West Seattle - coming Spring 2024! In this episode, we recapped what January has been like at the gyms and dove into what sets SSP apart from the rest of the industry. If you didn't know, our model is very unique and innovative compared to the rest of the industry so listen in to find out why! As usual, we did some Crossfit bashing and hot takes and discussed our opinions on 75 Hard.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-13-West-Seattle--Hot-Takes--and-What-Makes-SSP-Different-e2f02oic7962695-03e6-4f19-8e90-bd819916c56fFri, 26 Jan 2024 21:40:06 GMT<p>Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back and recording from our new location in West Seattle - coming Spring 2024! In this episode, we recapped what January has been like at the gyms and dove into what sets SSP apart from the rest of the industry. If you didn't know, our model is very unique and innovative compared to the rest of the industry so listen in to find out why! As usual, we did some Crossfit bashing and hot takes and discussed our opinions on 75 Hard.</p> yes00:43:52Episode 13: West Seattle, Hot Takes, and What Makes SSP Differentfull<![CDATA[Episode 17: New West Seattle Location Behind the Scenes]]>Join Coach Chris and Coach Nat as they tackle some fun behind the scenes conversations about our new West Seattle location, why we choose to continue to expand and grow, what you might not see on regular social media, and what we attribute a lot of our success to. We really love this episode and hope that you will too!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-17-New-West-Seattle-Location-Behind-the-Scenes-e2ikfifeb83e8bb-5820-420a-90fe-afb1efb16591Fri, 19 Apr 2024 21:04:14 GMT<p>Join Coach Chris and Coach Nat as they tackle some fun behind the scenes conversations about our new West Seattle location, why we choose to continue to expand and grow, what you might not see on regular social media, and what we attribute a lot of our success to. We really love this episode and hope that you will too!</p> yes00:42:31Episode 17: New West Seattle Location Behind the Scenesfull<![CDATA[Episode 29: Youth Performance Training & How to be Ready For Summer Activities in Seattle]]>Hey team! We're back video and all! Coach Chris and Coach Nat are here to chat about our hot takes in the youth performance world, why we love our youth athletics program so much, to update you on what's going on behind the scenes, and talk about how you can be best prepared for summer running/hiking adventures (hint: it's strength training). Thanks as always for listening!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-29-Youth-Performance-Training--How-to-be-Ready-For-Summer-Activities-in-Seattle-e320ru19c3caebf-3f62-478f-926a-b773af01e1b8Fri, 25 Apr 2025 19:59:31 GMT<p>Hey team! We're back video and all! Coach Chris and Coach Nat are here to chat about our hot takes in the youth performance world, why we love our youth athletics program so much, to update you on what's going on behind the scenes, and talk about how you can be best prepared for summer running/hiking adventures (hint: it's strength training). Thanks as always for listening!</p> yes00:35:38Episode 29: Youth Performance Training & How to be Ready For Summer Activities in Seattlefull<![CDATA[Episode 16: Everyone Wins with Semi Private Personal Training]]>Join Coach Chris and Coach Nat to talk about why we so wholeheartedly believe that the Semi Private (sometimes also called Small Group) personal training model is what's best not only for gyms but also for our clients! Today's episode is short and sweet, but we really hope you enjoy it!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-16-Everyone-Wins-with-Semi-Private-Personal-Training-e2h82esaaf5873a-0495-429b-8d42-2bf34e32a3c1Mon, 18 Mar 2024 15:38:03 GMT<p>Join Coach Chris and Coach Nat to talk about why we so wholeheartedly believe that the Semi Private (sometimes also called Small Group) personal training model is what's best not only for gyms but also for our clients! Today's episode is short and sweet, but we really hope you enjoy it!</p> yes00:27:36Episode 16: Everyone Wins with Semi Private Personal Trainingfull<![CDATA[Episode 24: New Year Updates and How to Set Better Goals]]>Welcome to the first episode of Inside SSP for 2025, as well as the only sub 35 minute episode we've ever made! Coach Chris & Coach Nat are back to peel back the curtain of what's going on so far in 2025 at SSP. We talk about all things from new hires, to Seattle Fitness Week, to better goal setting strategies, to Chris' hatred for Creed. This one's a good one - thanks for listening!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-24-New-Year-Updates-and-How-to-Set-Better-Goals-e2tqaff15808119-9918-4df0-a0dd-b9f23b1f7504Tue, 21 Jan 2025 23:27:49 GMT<p>Welcome to the first episode of Inside SSP for 2025, as well as the only sub 35 minute episode we've ever made! Coach Chris &amp; Coach Nat are back to peel back the curtain of what's going on so far in 2025 at SSP. We talk about all things from new hires, to Seattle Fitness Week, to better goal setting strategies, to Chris' hatred for Creed. This one's a good one - thanks for listening!</p> yes00:33:25Episode 24: New Year Updates and How to Set Better Goalsfull<![CDATA[Inside SSP Episode 6]]>Coach Chris, Coach Natalie & Coach Allie are BACK! Listen as we rapid fire topics ranging from the January busyness at SSP, reframing our thoughts around body composition goals, refraining from toxic body talk, having fun while working out, and trusting yourself to try new things. We pack a lot into this 30-min coach chat- we're happy you're here to listen!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Inside-SSP-Episode-6-e1ufio0ccaeac6b-d590-425f-99d0-356413406878Tue, 07 Feb 2023 23:00:00 GMT<p>Coach Chris, Coach Natalie &amp; Coach Allie are BACK! Listen as we rapid fire topics ranging from the January busyness at SSP, reframing our thoughts around body composition goals, refraining from toxic body talk, having fun while working out, and trusting yourself to try new things. We pack a lot into this 30-min coach chat- we're happy you're here to listen!</p> yes00:28:5916Inside SSP Episode 6full<![CDATA[Inside SSP Episode 2]]>Take 2! Join us as we discuss setting realistic expectations, SMART goals, a little bit about our Lifelong Nutrition program, and giving yourself grace :)

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Inside-SSP-Episode-2-e1cu7m78406e2f8-3e9e-4daa-a98e-78b83009d7eaFri, 14 Jan 2022 02:24:59 GMT<p>Take 2! Join us as we discuss setting realistic expectations, SMART goals, a little bit about our Lifelong Nutrition program, and giving yourself grace :)</p> yes00:37:3712Inside SSP Episode 2full<![CDATA[Episode 18: SSP is Hiring & Creating Inclusive Fitness Spaces for All Bodies]]>We're back with another fire episode where Chris and Nat peel back the curtain of SSP and give you a little insight into what's going on behind the scenes, and as usual, it's a little unhinged! We talk about the hiring process at SSP and give helpful tips for anyone interviewing for jobs. Then we dovetail into talking about why we're so passionate about SSP being a body-neutral space and how we approach weight loss goals/conversations at SSP while ensuring that our space stays inclusive.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-18-SSP-is-Hiring--Creating-Inclusive-Fitness-Spaces-for-All-Bodies-e2jijhpe6a4fac2-ab31-4bd2-8c26-345515f7efcaSun, 12 May 2024 18:13:31 GMT<p>We're back with another fire episode where Chris and Nat peel back the curtain of SSP and give you a little insight into what's going on behind the scenes, and as usual, it's a little unhinged! We talk about the hiring process at SSP and give helpful tips for anyone interviewing for jobs. Then we dovetail into talking about why we're so passionate about SSP being a body-neutral space and how we approach weight loss goals/conversations at SSP while ensuring that our space stays inclusive. </p> yes00:41:27Episode 18: SSP is Hiring & Creating Inclusive Fitness Spaces for All Bodiesfull<![CDATA[Episode 35: Rhode Island, Denver, and Ballard Opening Recap]]>Hello lovely podcast listeners! Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back with a LOT to discuss: our trip to Rhode Island for a public speaking school, our trip to Denver for the Business for Unicorns Retreat, and opening our fourth gym: SSP Ballard! We finished the episode with some hot takes & what we're reading - thanks for listening!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-35-Rhode-Island--Denver--and-Ballard-Opening-Recap-e39ma5d0c2c27d8-af16-4641-a9fc-b580cd4a40a3Fri, 17 Oct 2025 21:37:51 GMT<p>Hello lovely podcast listeners! Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back with a LOT to discuss: our trip to Rhode Island for a public speaking school, our trip to Denver for the Business for Unicorns Retreat, and opening our fourth gym: SSP Ballard! We finished the episode with some hot takes &amp; what we're reading - thanks for listening!</p> yes00:34:17Episode 35: Rhode Island, Denver, and Ballard Opening Recapfull<![CDATA[Episode 8: Resistance Training As You Age & Strength vs Conditioning]]>Tune in with Coach Chris and Coach Nat as they discuss the importance of resistance training as you age and how strength training really is the "magic bullet" to age healthfully. They also discuss the differences between training for strength and training for metabolic conditioning and how we help you do both at SSP. At the end they answer your rapid-fire questions including how alcohol impacts fitness goals and what they've both been reading these days!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-8-Resistance-Training-As-You-Age--Strength-vs-Conditioning-e27ncav0b1d37e9-18c3-4c5e-889b-3f05efbbc4e0Thu, 03 Aug 2023 21:19:21 GMT<p>Tune in with Coach Chris and Coach Nat as they discuss the importance of resistance training as you age and how strength training really is the "magic bullet" to age healthfully. They also discuss the differences between training for strength and training for metabolic conditioning and how we help you do both at SSP. At the end they answer your rapid-fire questions including how alcohol impacts fitness goals and what they've both been reading these days!</p> yes00:28:1118Episode 8: Resistance Training As You Age & Strength vs Conditioningfull<![CDATA[Episode 21: The "Art" of Coaching, our Youth Program, and Industry Insights]]>Coach Natalie and Coach Chris are back in Episode 21 chatting about the other side of coaching - we all know about the tactical and technical side when we're talking about form and cueing - but we also prioritize at SSP the other side of coaching which is based on human connection and ensuring our members feel seen and heard during their sessions. We also talk about our Youth program to start the episode and other general industry insights based on our comings and goings the last few weeks! Thanks for listening!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-21-The-Art-of-Coaching--our-Youth-Program--and-Industry-Insights-e2q2462a214f16b-6a3e-4482-bf43-083dc8824581Wed, 23 Oct 2024 17:47:53 GMT<p>Coach Natalie and Coach Chris are back in Episode 21 chatting about the other side of coaching - we all know about the tactical and technical side when we're talking about form and cueing - but we also prioritize at SSP the other side of coaching which is based on human connection and ensuring our members feel seen and heard during their sessions. We also talk about our Youth program to start the episode and other general industry insights based on our comings and goings the last few weeks! Thanks for listening! </p> yes00:44:25Episode 21: The "Art" of Coaching, our Youth Program, and Industry Insightsfull<![CDATA[Episode 26: Creating Inclusive Fitness Spaces & Why We Love the Hip Thrust]]>Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back with another episode of Inside SSP! We start by peeling back the curtain and discussing what its like being a new coach or business owner, and the things we wish we knew when we started. We transition into talking about the importance of creating inclusive and inviting fitness spaces, and finish off with a little FAQ about one of our favorite movements - the hip thrust! Thanks for listening!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-26-Creating-Inclusive-Fitness-Spaces--Why-We-Love-the-Hip-Thrust-e2ut2n43927a288-b432-4ac0-a97b-ba146dfe0304Fri, 14 Feb 2025 22:39:50 GMT<p>Coach Chris and Coach Nat are back with another episode of Inside SSP! We start by peeling back the curtain and discussing what its like being a new coach or business owner, and the things we wish we knew when we started. We transition into talking about the importance of creating inclusive and inviting fitness spaces, and finish off with a little FAQ about one of our favorite movements - the hip thrust! Thanks for listening!</p> yes00:45:27Episode 26: Creating Inclusive Fitness Spaces & Why We Love the Hip Thrustfull<![CDATA[Episode 32: Summer Catch Up, Expansion Updates, & Training around Injuries!]]>We're baaaaack, did you miss us? We missed you!


Coach Chris and Coach Nat (the dynamic duo) are back with another long episode to catch you up on the happenings behind the scenes at SSP, the low down on the expansion plan for SSP, and to chat about best practices for strength training around injuries!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allie-dunham/episodes/Episode-32-Summer-Catch-Up--Expansion-Updates---Training-around-Injuries-e36bd82fd27ea8e-a6db-4c6c-bb16-9c50cc73b8ebFri, 01 Aug 2025 21:35:53 GMT<p>We're baaaaack, did you miss us? We missed you!</p><p><br /></p><p>Coach Chris and Coach Nat (the dynamic duo) are back with another long episode to catch you up on the happenings behind the scenes at SSP, the low down on the expansion plan for SSP, and to chat about best practices for strength training around injuries!</p> yes00:46:07Episode 32: Summer Catch Up, Expansion Updates, & Training around Injuries!full