Podcast
Building Strength
Hosted by Theodore Lim · EN
I am a coach who helps people feel better, move better and become stronger - both inside and outside of the gym
10episodes
Episodes
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S3E2 - ”As a trainer, do you take the time to get to know your clients?”
Dec 21, 202200:33:00Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I answer Austin's question about whether or not I take the time to get to know my clients on a personal level. Thanks for the question Austin! As always, feel free to message me or email me any podcast questions. You can reach me through these links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theodore.lim/ Website: https://www.theodorelim.ca/ Email: theolim7@gmail.com
Transcribe →S3E1- We’re Back! / Life Recap / Listener Questions
Nov 7, 202200:30:00Tap to summarizeWe're back babyyyyyyyyy. In this episode, I recap life over the past year and address some listener questions about how my training mentality has changed over the years and how to deal with lulls in motivation after life events and injuries. It's good to be back!! Important Links from this Episode: Train with me in-person or online: https://www.theodorelim.ca
Transcribe →S2E5 - Stoicism and Misc Notes
Mar 5, 202100:26:20Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I share some quotes and notes from stoic philosophers Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus and Seneca that have helped me in my personal development journey. I also share a few misc training and health notes that you may find helpful in your own journey. Enjoy! Important Links from this Episode: Meditations by Marcus Aurelius Discourses and Selected Writings of Epictetus
Transcribe →S2E4 - Dr. Quiet and Dr. Happiness
Feb 19, 202100:49:51Tap to summarizeAnd just like that, we are wrapping up The Four Doctors series. This episode is all about Dr. Quiet and Dr. Happiness. The main questions to ask yourself are: What makes me happy? How often am I currently doing those things? In a perfect world, how often do I want to be doing those things? Enjoy! Important Links from this Episode: Train with me Online - https://www.theodorelim.ca/online-coaching
Transcribe →S2E3 - Dr. Movement
Feb 9, 202101:03:16Tap to summarizeThis episode is all about movement and training, figuring out how much movement you need daily in order to feel your best and what kind of movement that might look like. I also share the key principles that have guided my training and movement practices over the past decade and provide some key takeaways from each of those modalities. Important Links from this Episode: Train with me Online - https://www.theodorelim.ca/online-coaching
Transcribe →S2E2 - Dr. Diet (The 4 Doctors Series)
Jan 22, 202101:09:23Tap to summarizeThis is part 1 of a 4-part series that will outline ‘The 4 Doctors’ as taught by Paul Chek. This episode will be all about Dr. Diet, how to figure out your individual needs, learn what works for you and learn how to listen to your body. By learning these things and putting them into practice, you will learn how to nourish yourself for optimal health, function and performance. Important Links from this Episode: Train with me Online - https://www.theodorelim.ca/online-coaching Primal Pattern Diet Type Questionnaire - https://bit.ly/3jmKBri Primal Pattern Diet Type Info - https://bit.ly/30uX5EZ Paul Chek’s Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Y7Tgj2RR6Z5zxZZYYWoKg
Transcribe →S2E1 - Biggest Challenges and Lessons in 2020
Jan 8, 202100:31:25Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I share my biggest challenges and lessons in 2020. This is the start of season 2 of the podcast and I plan to bring some awesome content your way this year. You can expect me to drop 2 episodes every month. Friday will be the day! Please feel free to message me if you have any comments, questions or topic suggestions. Thank you for tuning in! Important Links from this Episode: Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theodore.lim Train with me In-Person - https://www.theodorelim.ca/in-person-training Train with me Online - https://www.theodorelim.ca/online-programming
Transcribe →80 - How Many Days Should I Train? What Kind of Training is Best? Should I Strength Train or do Cardio?
Jul 29, 202000:38:26Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I offer some questions to ask yourself and some insights for when it comes to deciding what kind of training you should be doing in order to achieve your goals. There are many different paths to the same destination and it’s important to find the path that will work the best for you. Please feel free to message me if you have any follow-up questions or questions in general. I will be happy to answer them. Important Links from this Episode: Train with me In-Person - https://www.theodorelim.ca/in-person-training Train with me Online - https://www.theodorelim.ca/online-programming
Transcribe →79 - I'm Back
Jul 19, 202000:30:15Tap to summarizeI’ve been away from the podcast for a few months now and I’m happy to be back! Please message me if you have any questions or topic suggestions and I will make it happen for you! Check the show notes for some awesome links too! Important Links from this Episode: Train with me In-Person - https://www.theodorelim.ca/in-person-training Train with me Online - https://www.theodorelim.ca/online-programming How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy by Paul Chek - https://chekinstitute.com/product/how-to-eat-move-be-healthy/ Paul Chek’s Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Y7Tgj2RR6Z5zxZZYYWoKg Holistic Lifestyle Health Questionnaire and Scoresheet - https://bit.ly/3fUXO8A Primal Pattern Diet Type Questionnaire - https://bit.ly/3jmKBri Primal Pattern Diet Type Info - https://bit.ly/30uX5EZ
Transcribe →78 - Going For My First RUN / One-Arm Pushups / Free 15 Minute Calls
Apr 30, 202000:32:26Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I share some thoughts after going for my FIRST RUN EVER. I also talk about how I achieved my first ever one-arm pushup last week. Lastly, I am now offering free 15 minute calls/video calls over Zoom to help you with any of your questions. The link to book a call is in the shownotes below! Important Links From This Episode Book a free 15 minute call with me: https://calendly.com/buildingstrength/15min Couch to 5k: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/couch-to-5k-week-by-week/
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