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Mondays with Matt
Hosted by Barbell Logic · EN
Are you trying to get stronger, become a coach, or build a coaching business that actually lasts?
Mondays with Matt is a weekly short-form podcast from Barbell Logic founder Matt Reynolds, delivering practical lessons on strength training, coaching, and business you can apply immediately. Each episode blends real stories, clear takeaways, and simple actions you can take this week to move forward with confidence.
New episodes every Monday.
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Why Undercharging Is Killing Your Coaching Career with Anthony Diehl
Today00:35:20Summary readyMany coaches undercharge because they want to help people, avoid awkward sales conversations, or stay competitive. But low pricing can quietly hurt your coaching business, your client relationships, and your ability to provide excellent service. Matt Reynolds is joined by Anthony Diehl to discuss why undercharging as a coach often creates more problems than it solves. Cheap coaching can attract cheap commitment, force coaches into unsustainable volume, and make the service feel like a commodity instead of a high-value transformation. They explain why coaches should stop thinking of themselves as selling workouts, spreadsheets, or nutrition advice. The real value comes from coaching judgment, accountability, relationship, personalization, and helping clients apply the right plan to their actual lives. Matt and Anthony also discuss how to know when you are undercharging, how to think about your real hourly rate, why client retention and lifetime value matter, and how value ladders can help coaches serve different clients at different levels of support. Pricing is not just about making more money. It is about building a sustainable coaching business that allows you to serve clients well for the long haul. PS - Start coaching in 45 days! Save up to 60% on the Barbell Academy: https://bit.ly/4nHaa8a Matt's Links Website: https://ryanmattreynolds.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/?hl=en Anthony's Links Website: https://movewithmodus.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatheadprofessor/
SummaryVideo Feedback for Online Coaching: The Superpower That Builds Better Client Connection
1w ago00:32:26Summary readyReliability in coaching is one of the most important skills for keeping clients, building trust, and growing a coaching business. Talent matters. Technical knowledge matters. Programming matters. But clients often stay with the coach who shows up, responds, follows through, and actually cares. Matt Reynolds explains why brilliant but inconsistent coaches often lose to average coaches who are dependable. Coaching mastery takes years, but reliability can begin on day one. A young coach may still be developing technical skill, but that coach can still serve clients well by responding quickly, remembering details, and doing what he said he would do. Matt also explains why 24-hour feedback has been a core standard at Barbell Logic, how reliability affects churn and client retention, and why the human connection matters more as coaching tools, platforms, and AI continue to improve. He also answers questions about how reliability looks in an in-person gym setting, how coaches can apply reliability to business ownership, and why doing the necessary work first helps coaches grow beyond simply being technicians. Reliable coaching is not flashy, but clients notice. If you want to keep more clients and build a professional coaching business, start by being dependable. PS - Start coaching in 45 days! Save up to 60% on the Barbell Academy: https://bit.ly/4nHaa8a Matt's Links Website: https://ryanmattreynolds.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/?hl=en
SummaryReliability in Coaching: The Skill That Keeps Clients
2w ago00:28:48Summary readyReliability in coaching may matter more than talent, especially when it comes to keeping clients long term. Matt Reynolds explains why dependable coaches often beat brilliant but inconsistent coaches. Coaching skill takes years to build, but reliability can start on day one. Clients notice whether you respond, follow through, remember details, and give feedback when promised. Matt discusses why 24-hour feedback has been a core standard at Barbell Logic, how reliability builds trust, why service quality affects client retention, and why the human relationship matters even more as coaching tools and AI improve. He also explains how reliability looks different in online coaching, in-person coaching, and business ownership. For coaches trying to grow, reduce churn, and keep clients longer, the challenge is simple: reply to every client within 24 hours and become the kind of coach clients can count on. PS - Ready to transform your fitness? Learn more: https://barbell-logic.com/matt/ Matt's Links Website: https://ryanmattreynolds.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/?hl=en
SummaryVolume vs Intensity in Strength Training: Why More Isn't Always Better
4w ago00:44:10Summary readyThe debate over volume vs intensity in strength training often creates more confusion than clarity. Should you add more weight to the bar, or should you add more sets, reps, and exercises? In this episode of Mondays with Matt, Matt Reynolds explains why volume and intensity both matter, but not always at the same time or in the same way. For newer lifters, intensity should usually come first. That means adding weight to the bar, building strength on the main lifts, and learning how to strain productively. Once a lifter has built a real strength base, volume becomes a more useful tool. More hard sets, smart accessory work, myo-reps, and circuits can help build muscle, improve work capacity, and continue progress without simply grinding heavier and heavier weights forever. Matt also explains why "more" is not automatically better. The goal is not maximum volume or maximum intensity. The goal is the minimum effective dose that drives progress while still allowing recovery. PS - Ready to transform your fitness? Learn more: https://barbell-logic.com/matt/ Matt's Links Website: https://ryanmattreynolds.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/?hl=en
SummaryVoluntary Hardship in Training: Why Comfort is Killing Your Gains
Apr 2200:34:07Summary readyComfort feels good—but it might be the very thing holding you back. In this episode of Mondays with Matt, Matt Reynolds breaks down why voluntary hardship in training is essential for getting stronger, building resilience, and making real progress in the gym and in life. If your workouts have become easy, repetitive, or stagnant, this episode will challenge you to rethink how you approach training—and why choosing hard things on purpose is the key to long-term results. You'll learn why your body only adapts when it's forced to, how progressive overload requires discomfort, and how the discipline you build in the gym carries over into your business, relationships, and everyday life. Matt also shares practical ways to apply voluntary hardship in your workouts—without overcomplicating your program—using the principles of simple, hard, effective training. In this episode, you'll learn: Why comfort is killing your gains What voluntary hardship in training actually means How to apply progressive overload the right way Why consistency beats complexity in programming How training hard prepares you for life's challenges Whether you're just getting started or you've been training for years, this episode will help you refocus on what actually drives strength, muscle, and long-term success. Start choosing hard—and see what happens. PS - Ready to transform your fitness? Learn more: https://barbell-logic.com/matt/ Matt's Links Website: https://ryanmattreynolds.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/?hl=en
SummaryHome Gym Essentials for Beginners: You Don't Need Fancy Equipment to Get Strong
Apr 1500:34:25Summary readyMost people think building a home gym requires thousands of dollars and tons of space. It doesn't. In this episode of Mondays with Matt, Matt Reynolds breaks down exactly what you need (and what you don't) to build a simple, effective home gym that delivers real results. If you're overwhelmed by commercial gyms or unsure where to start, this episode will show you how to strip it all down to the essentials—and start getting stronger today. In this episode: The only 4 pieces of equipment you actually need Why barbells outperform machines for strength How to build a home gym on any budget Dozens of exercises you can do with a basic setup Smart upgrades once you've built your foundation PS - Ready to transform your health and nutrition!?: https://barbell-logic.com/experience/ Matt's Links Website: https://ryanmattreynolds.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/?hl=en
SummaryBarbell Training for Beginners: Why Barbells Beat Machines Every Time
Apr 800:33:14Summary readyBarbell training for beginners is the simplest and most effective way to build strength, muscle, and long-term fitness. In this episode of Mondays with Matt, Matt Reynolds breaks down exactly why barbells outperform machines—especially in your first few years of training. If you've ever felt overwhelmed in the gym or unsure where to start, this episode gives you a clear path forward. Barbells offer unmatched efficiency, scalability, and results by focusing on compound movements, progressive overload, and consistency over time. Matt walks through 13 key reasons barbells work so well, including better return on investment, faster strength gains, improved motor control, and the ability to train for life—not just aesthetics. He also answers listener questions about training with limited equipment, traveling, and dealing with imbalances. Whether you're just getting started or looking to simplify your training, this episode will help you focus on what actually works. PS - Ready to transform your health and nutrition!?: https://barbell-logic.com/experience/ Matt's Links Website: https://ryanmattreynolds.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/?hl=en
SummaryNutrition for Longevity: Stop Eating Like Your Health Doesn't Matter
Apr 100:34:29Summary readyMost people think about nutrition in short bursts—getting ready for a vacation, a wedding, or trying to drop a few pounds quickly. But that approach doesn't hold up over time. In this episode of Mondays with Matt, Matt Reynolds breaks down why nutrition for longevity requires a completely different mindset—one focused on healthspan, sustainability, and long-term consistency. This isn't about chasing abs or quick results. It's about building a way of eating that supports your health, strength, and quality of life for decades. Because eventually, your habits catch up with you—and the goal is to make sure they're working in your favor, not against you. Matt walks through the key principles of nutrition for longevity, including how to prioritize your health, track the right metrics, and create a nutrition rhythm you can actually sustain for life. PS - Ready to transform your health and nutrition!?: https://barbell-logic.com/lean Matt's Links Website: https://ryanmattreynolds.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/?hl=en
SummaryDiet Reboot: How to Get Back on Track After Your Diet Slips
Mar 2500:33:14Summary readyDiet reboot strategies are essential if you've ever fallen off your nutrition plan and struggled to get back on track. In this episode of Mondays with Matt, Matt Reynolds breaks down exactly how to use a diet reboot to rebuild momentum, improve energy, and create sustainable nutrition habits without starting over from scratch. Life stress, busy schedules, travel, and work demands can all cause your diet to slip. The problem isn't the slip—it's not having a clear, simple plan to recover quickly. Matt explains why the fastest way to get back on track is not a new diet, but a return to the habits and meals that have already worked for you in the past. Matt shares his personal approach to a diet reboot, including how he uses meal planning instead of meal prep, why he prioritizes protein intake, and how he creates simple structure with consistent breakfasts, leftover lunches, and enjoyable dinners. He also explains why focusing on motivation over discipline leads to faster results and how early wins—like improved energy, better sleep, and reduced stress—help build long-term consistency. This episode also covers how training and nutrition work together, why increasing daily activity like walking can accelerate progress, and how to control your environment by removing foods that derail your habits. Matt explains why a diet reboot should not be extreme or restrictive, but instead built around sustainable habits that can turn into long-term routines. If you've been stuck in a cycle of starting over every week, this episode will give you a practical, proven way to reset your nutrition, regain control, and build habits that actually last. For those who want additional structure, accountability, and coaching, Matt also introduces Lean In 12—a 12-week transformation designed to help you lose fat, build muscle, and create sustainable habits through daily feedback and support. Start your diet reboot today and take the first step toward getting back on track. GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic, semaglutide, and Mounjaro are changing the conversation around obesity and fat loss. In this episode of Mondays with Matt, Matt Reynolds explains how GLP-1 medications actually work, shares his personal experience losing over 50 pounds, and breaks down why these drugs are powerful tools for weight loss when used correctly. But GLP-1 weight loss drugs are not magic. Appetite control can help you eat less, but long-term results still depend on nutrition habits, protein intake, and strength training. Matt explains why people using GLP-1 medications must focus on preserving muscle while losing fat and why diet quality matters even more when appetite drops dramatically. If you're curious about Ozempic, semaglutide, Mounjaro, and other GLP-1 weight loss drugs, this episode will help you understand what they do, what they don't do, and how nutrition and training habits still determine long-term success. PS - Ready for your own coached diet reboot!?: https://barbell-logic.com/lean Matt's Links Website: https://ryanmattreynolds.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/?hl=en
SummaryGLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs: Why Nutrition Still Matters (Ozempic, Semaglutide, Mounjaro Explained)
Mar 1800:31:14Summary readyGLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic, semaglutide, and Mounjaro are changing the conversation around obesity and fat loss. In this episode of Mondays with Matt, Matt Reynolds explains how GLP-1 medications actually work, shares his personal experience losing over 50 pounds, and breaks down why these drugs are powerful tools for weight loss when used correctly. But GLP-1 weight loss drugs are not magic. Appetite control can help you eat less, but long-term results still depend on nutrition habits, protein intake, and strength training. Matt explains why people using GLP-1 medications must focus on preserving muscle while losing fat and why diet quality matters even more when appetite drops dramatically. If you're curious about Ozempic, semaglutide, Mounjaro, and other GLP-1 weight loss drugs, this episode will help you understand what they do, what they don't do, and how nutrition and training habits still determine long-term success. PS - Want help with your training or nutrition? Book a free call with one of our coaches HERE. Matt's Links Website: https://ryanmattreynolds.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/?hl=en
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