The Rhody Strength Podcast

Conversations with local athletes, businesses and friends in Rhode Island. Hosted by Dr. Matt Sweeney of Strength & Sport PT. Website: www.strengthandsportpt.com

The Rhody Strength Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Dr. Matthew Sweeney, Physical Therapist, with 113 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Dr. Matthew Sweeney, Physical Therapist hosts The Rhody Strength Podcast, a health show with 113 episodes published.

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  Episode #117

  #117 Dylon Grzenda, ATC: UMass Boston, Athletes Acceleration

  Jul 21, 20261h 31mS1

  Round 2 with Dylon!! Always a great time hanging out with Dylon. A true master of his craft in Athletic Training, rehab and return to sport performance. Dylon shares his talents between both the training staff at UMass Boston, working with many high level teams, as well as Athletes Acceleration in Attleboro working with clients one on one. Dylon has a background in college baseball and has been recently training for HYROX. Give him a follow!! https://www.instagram.com/dylongrzenda7/ @dylongrzenda7

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  Episode #116

  #116 Rick Hart: Roofing, Cycling, Family man

  Jun 30, 20261h 11mS1

  Had a great time chatting with Rick about his journey to get to where he is today, including some wild stories about when he rode his bike cross country in support of homeless veterans. Thank you Rick! This was a great episode. Hope you guys enjoy! - matt

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  Episode #115

  #115 Rob Levine

  May 23, 202657 minS1

  Great conversation with The Heavy Hitter himself... Rob Levine. We talk about his journey with fitness, injuries and rehab. We also talk about his journey from being a highly trained law enforcement officer, to working as a police offer in Central Falls, to becoming a lawyer. We also talk about when and why to call a lawyer! This was a really fun episode.. I hope you enjoy!

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  Episode #115

  #114: Karen Toti

  May 23, 20261 hourS1

  A fun conversation with a great personal trainer (and full time hairstylist & salon owner- Karen's Hair Design) over at BullfrogFit! Follow Karen at https://www.instagram.com/sparklefitness13/ Listen more to hear about Karen's personal journey into fitness and how she takes her own experience and uses it to help her clients. The discussion focuses on balancing a busy professional life with consistent fitness and nutrition habits. Fitness Journey & Community: Karen shares her history with fitness, beginning in her 20s at old-school bodybuilding gyms to her current membership at Bullfrog Fit (4:49 - 13:45). She highlights the importance of finding a supportive community and a gym that offers flexible, 24/7 access (15:09 - 19:08). Overcoming Excuses: A major theme is the misconception that one is "too busy" to exercise. Karen emphasizes that fitness is about maintenance, similar to a car, and that even short 15-minute workouts or consistent daily habits can lead to results (21:45 - 23:15, 31:35 - 32:26). Nutrition Philosophy: The duo discusses the importance of protein intake for satiation and metabolism. Karen advocates for "eating for function" rather than just taste, often preparing lean proteins like chicken and sweet potatoes in advance to ensure she hits her nutritional goals despite a demanding work schedule (24:26 - 25:24, 40:00 - 43:42). Consistency & Mindset: The guests discuss the "80/20 rule" for moderation, the importance of sleep, and the practice of starting the day with a mindful, positive mindset before the day's "chaos" begins (26:38 - 27:30, 34:34 - 35:05). Training Routine: Karen, now in her late 50s, explains how her routine has evolved to include weight training three times a week, active recovery, and mobility work, alongside the use of supplements like creatine to support muscle health (44:00 - 48:35). Reflecting on her professional and personal life, Karen shares her billboard mantra: "Every day is a gift. That's why we call it the present." She encourages listeners to make the most of each day and maintain a consistent, authentic approach to their health (57:26 - 58:57).

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  Episode #113

  #113 Domenic Angelino

  Mar 26, 20261h 30mS1

  <p>Had a great time sitting down with Domenic- an expert personal trainer, scientist, writer, consultant and media personality right here in Rhode Island.</p><p><br></p><p>His vast array of projects & work has spanned from Peleton, GQ, Time, Runner's World, Women's Health, Forbes, and the today show.</p><p><br></p><p>Really fascinating conversation.. give it a listen!</p><p><br></p><p>This video features an interview with Domenic Angelino, a versatile professional in the strength and conditioning industry, who has a background in public health, kinesiology, and psychology. The conversation highlights his varied career...

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