Assemble Performance Podcast
The Assemble Performance Podcast dives deep into what it takes to perform well both in sports and in life. Hosted by Justin Jones, a passionate trail runner, strength athlete, and CEO & head coach of Assemble Performance. This podcast is for everyone, from the serious endurance, strength, or hybrid athlete to the outdoor enthusiast who wants to live life to the fullest.
We believe that peak performance is an assembly of physical training, mental fortitude, emotional health, and social support. Whether you're training for a sport, or viewing life itself as the ultimate athletic event, join us in redefining limits and living a life full of challenges and adventure.
Episodes
27 episodes
How To Use Data & Wearables In Your Training
Welcome to another episode of the Assemble Performance Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of data and wearables and how they can optimize your training, whether you're into hybrid, endurance, or strength training.
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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26:22
How To Balance Training With Life
In this episode of the Assemble Performance Podcast, I discuss how to balance training with a busy everyday life. As someone who is also managing multiple responsibilities, including triathlon and strength training, parenting, coaching, and a f...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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37:46
Why Should You Hybrid Train? Health, Performance, and More
Welcome back to another episode of the Assemble Performance Podcast with me, Justin Jones. Today's episode is all about hybrid training. In this solo podcast, I dive into what hybrid training is, why it’s beneficial, and who it’s for. Whether y...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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32:09
Why You Need Carbs: Fueling for Performance and Fat Loss
Welcome to another episode of the Assemble Performance Podcast! In this episode, I dive into the importance of carbohydrates for everyone, whether you're aiming to lose body fat or boost performance in strength, endurance, or hybrid training. I...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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18:38
The Power Of Mindset with Alex Mcbrairty
In this episode, I sit down with Alex McBrairty, an inspiring online coach with a psychology background and a personal story of transformation that’s deeply relatable. From losing over 80 pounds as a teenager to launching A Team Fitness
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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1:01:56
Instagram Q&A - Hybrid Training, Recovery, and Avoiding Burnout
In this episode of the Assemble Performance Podcast, I’m diving into your Instagram questions! From how to balance lifting and cardio without burning out to tips for faster recovery and structuring your hybrid training split, I’m breaking it al...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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22:39
Returning To Running After Injury
In this episode, I dive into my personal experiences of returning to running after suffering injuries for two consecutive years while training for ultra marathons. I'll share insights into how I tackled the challenge of detraining, managed the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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33:25
Bekah Fay - A Physical Therapist's Journey into CrossFit
In this episode I sit down with Bekah Fay. Bekah earned her doctorate in physical therapy from the University of Miami in 2019. Bekah shares her journey from earning her doctorate in physical therapy to working in various clinical settings befo...
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1:01:46
The Importance of Pelvic Floor Health and Strength Training - Dr. Any Hughes
In this episode I spoke with Dr. Annie Hughes, a physical therapist and strength coach specializing in pelvic floor health and pre/postnatal rehab. We discussed the importance of pelvic floor health for both men and women, debunked common misco...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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57:18
Rehab for Runners: Overcoming Injuries and Achieving Goals - Alyssa Ford
In this episode I sat down with Alyssa Ford, aa Doctor of Physical Therapy, running coach, and strength and conditioning specialist who specializes in working with runners. We discussed Alyssa's remote rehab and performance coaching business, h...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:00:46
Strength Training with Chris Soto & Joe Dzubak
In this episode, I sat down with Chris Soto and Joe Dzubak to discuss the importance of strength training for different populations, including general population individuals, performance athletes, and tactical athletes. We emphasize the need fo...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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55:00
Training = Healthcare, Injury Rehab, Load Management, and more with Katie Dabrowski
In this episode I sat down with Katie Dabrowski, a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), a strength and conditioning specialist, and the co-owner of Old Bull Athletics. She is also a neuroscience professor at Nova Southeastern University. With a ba...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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55:07
Increasing Performance Through Mental Training - Kate Allgood
In this episode I sat down with former Olympic-level ice hockey player and mental performance coach Kate Allgood. Kate delved into her sports journey, starting from her early days playing hockey with boys and later transitioning to female teams...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:04:25
Building Resilience and Connecting with Others in Fitness and Life - Chris Liddle
In this episode I sit down with Chris Liddle, who opens up about his unexpected journey into the fitness industry, a path he humorously refers to as his 'quarter-life crisis.' Chris shares the pivotal moments in his life, including a personal t...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:06:50
Coaching Football and Life with Devin Alexander
In the latest episode of my podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Devin Alexander, a former D1 linebacker turned youth football coach. Devin shares his inspiring journey from his days as a player to his current role as a coach and me...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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51:40
Where Strength & Conditioning Meets Rehab With Mitchell Tanner
In this episode I had the opportunity to sit down with Mitchell Tanner, an expert in physical therapy and a coach. Mitchell is a Doctor of Physical Therapy & a Strength Coach. He has worked with everyone from professional athletes to everyd...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:21:37
Resilience in Recovery: Dr. Carl Bescoby on Injury Psychology
In this captivating episode, we sit down with Dr. Carl Bescoby, an injury psychologist, to dissect the critical role of the biopsychosocial model in injury recovery and rehabilitation. Dr. Bescoby expertly breaks down how biological, psychologi...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:00:18
Running, Cardio, Progression Models, and More with Chris Soto
In this episode we talk with Chris Soto about all things running. Chris Soto is a strength and conditioning coach with a background in tactical training. He has experience working with athletes and individuals looking to improve th...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:12:38
All Things Behavior Change With Dr. Karin Nordin
In this Episode, Dr. Karin Nordin discusses the importance of mindset and behavior change in achieving goals. She shares her personal journey of struggling with depression and anxiety and how she found success in applying behavior change techni...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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53:07
Ariana Scalfo - Overcoming EDS, Creating Community, Coaching Empathy, and more.
In this episode we speak with Ariana Scalfo, a coach and the director of coaching at Complete Human Performance. Ariana's story is a testament to the power of the human spirit and the potential for growth and transformation. Her experiences hav...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:08:08
Michelle Lemaster - Nutrition, Under fueling, Celiac, and More
In this episode of the Assemble Performance Podcast, we speak with Michelle Lemaster. Michelle has her Bachelors and Masters degrees from The Ohio State University in Food and is currently finishing her Ph.D. in Food & Meat Science....
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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59:04
Instagram Q & A - Building Muscle, Supplements, Cardio, and More
In this episode we answer questions from Instagram. Topics covered include building muscle while improving running performance, the best supplements for performance and well-being, tips for improving cardio, and the benefits of hybrid training....
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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23:03
All Things Tactical Training with Chris Soto & Joe Dzubak
Join us this week on the Assemble Performance Podcast where we sit down with Chris Soto, a Tactical Strength and Conditioning Coach who trains Active Duty SOF as well as special warfare candidates; and Joe Dzubak, a multidisciplinary expert spe...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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57:34
We're Back!! Updates & Why You Should Train For Performance
In this episode I go over what I've been up to the last 8 months, where the podcast & business are headed in the future, and give some context around why I believe you need to train for performance.I discuss the importance of focusi...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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21:00
Building a Nutrition Plan, Instagram Nutrition Q & A
Welcome to the Assemble Performance Podcast!In this episode, I explain how I go about building nutrition plans, how to make nutrition sustainable, and answer some nutrition Q & A from Instagram. If you enjoy this episod...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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50:24