Overcoming Adversity: Jake Steinfeld's Journey Through Loss and Resilience

In this episode of The Strong as F#ck podcast, host Kenny Santucci is joined by fitness icon Jake Steinfeld, famously known as Body by Jake. Jake shares his surreal and emotional experiences of losing his home in the recent LA wildfires and his path to recovery. Despite the significant loss of personal and sentimental items, Jake emphasizes the importance of resilience, routine, and the message of 'Don't Quit' that has shaped his life. The episode delves into Jake's storied career, his impact on the fitness industry, and his current motivational message, providing a powerful narrative of strength, community, and perseverance.00:00 Welcome to the Strongest Podcast00:25 Living in a Hotel: Surreal Experiences01:09 Homelessness and Community Support01:29 Life in the Palisades: Memories and Loss03:44 The Role of an Honorary Mayor08:18 Insurance Woes and Realities11:35 The Fire: A Personal Account18:19 Rebuilding and Moving Forward24:35 The Urgency of Finding a Home25:08 The Emotional Rollercoaster26:20 The Power of Perseverance26:53 Family Support and Gratitude27:27 The Importance of Training28:24 Jake's Intense Workout Routine31:10 Consistency is Key35:46 Personalized Training Programs39:17 Jake's Journey to Success41:56 Reflecting on the Past and Moving Forward

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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.