From Pain to Power with Mike Stella

This week, Kenny sits down with Mike Stella, sports rehab and performance coach, and the founder of The Movement Underground. After facing a personal injury and feeling failed by the healthcare system, Mike took matters into his own hands, embarking on a mission to become one of the best in the field. The Movement Underground was built by athletes for athletes, offering a comprehensive approach to performance rehab, training, and recovery.In this episode, Kenny and Mike dive into his journey into athletic training, how personal struggles shaped his career, and his perspective on the fitness industry’s mindset. They explore the balance between training methods like Pilates and weightlifting, discuss the physical and emotional toll of professional sports, and highlight the importance of consistency in training. They also examine how genetic and circumstantial factors influence fitness outcomes.Whether you're passionate about fitness, rehabilitation, or the real stories behind professional success, this episode is a must-listen.00:00 Introduction to the Strong as F#ck Podcast00:41 Guest Introduction: Mike Stella01:24 Nostalgia and New York City Memories03:06 Expansion Plans and Business Insights06:00 Masterminds and Personal Growth09:17 Overcoming Personal Struggles15:01 The Importance of Movement and Health20:04 Healthcare System Critique29:33 The Value of Expertise and Personalized Care41:34 The Science Behind Sweating and Heat42:42 Benefits and Misconceptions of Hot Yoga and Pilates45:26 Understanding Muscle Physiology and Training48:45 The Role of Consistency in Fitness Programs50:30 Balancing Exercise and Recovery54:35 Genetics and Performance Enhancing Drugs01:01:58 The Rigors of Professional Wrestling01:04:20 Admiration for Fitness Influencers01:16:23 Challenges in the Fitness Industry01:22:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Being STRONG is more than just how much weight you can lift. The Strong New York Podcast is dedicated to inspiring you to become your strongest self- in the gym, in business, in relationships and in life. Join Kenny as he sits down with his strong as fuck buddies and shoots the shit on what it takes to be strong willed, strong minded and physically strong. Season one features everyone from entrepreneurs and local business owners to doctors and industry leaders in the fitness and wellness space. With over a decade of experience, Kenny Santucci has made himself known as one of New York City’s top trainers and a thought leader in the health and wellness industry. After transforming his life at 15 years old through fitness, Kenny made it his mission to transform the lives of those around him. Kenny has trained some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, including Jon Bon Jovi, Liev Schreiber, and Frank Ocean, and has been tapped as a fitness expert sharing his training approach with Men’s Health, Men’s Journal, Runner's World, SHAPE, Well+Good, among other publications. Kenny is the creator of STRONG New York, NYC's only Health and Fitness Expo. Strong New York is an immersive day of workouts, wellness experiences, panel discussions, and inspiring conversations with the best in-class wellness professionals, industry leaders, and change makers who are sharing their expertise on today's hottest wellness trends and first-hand experiences on how to optimize your overall health and life. You can find Kenny at The Strength Club, his private training and group strength training facility in the heart of Manhattan located on 28th and 5th Ave in New York City.