The Dad Strength Podcast

Fatherhood isn’t just about fuzzy emotions and easy wins. In this episode, we get into adjusting challenges, managing our emotions, and collaborating with our kids.

Show Notes

Rich Thaw is a Montreal-based strength and conditioning coach—and father of one. We riff on coaching and parenting. Rich also shares some programming tips for building athleticism at any age.

Links
Rich Thaw Instagram
Empowr Instagram
Website
Exercise library
Do Hard Things

Rich’s Choose Your Own Adventure Protocol
Choose 1 of each:
Cardio: 500 meter row; 250 meter ski erg; 400 meter run; 100 feet on Jacob’s Ladder
Lower body: 20 squats; 10 walking lunges (per leg); 20 deadlifts
Upper body: 15 push-press; 20 push-ups; 3-5 pull-ups; 10 dumbbells rows (per side)
Perform 3 sets for time.
Week 1: Take your time (but hurry up)
Week 2: Beat last week’s time at all costs
Week 3: Beat last week’s time at all costs OR battle someone else on their combo

The Dad Strength Podcast is an Unlearning Network Production
Title music by Daniel Ross

What is The Dad Strength Podcast?

There is no strength like dad strength. It is quiet, patient, and persistent. Some would say stubborn, dammit. Dad strength rarely makes the highlight reel. It exists in the in-between spaces....The times when nobody—except maybe your kid—is watching.

The Dad Strength Podcast was created to support and encourage the best in dads like you. Authors, entrepreneurs, artists, and experts from all over share their wisdom with us. We discuss 360º health, doing work that matters, and—of course—fatherhood. These conversations are fun, informative, and always emphasize action and understanding.

The Dad Strength Podcast is hosted by Geoff Girvitz. Geoff is a father, fitness expert, and curious fellow. Based in Toronto, he has been featured in Vice, GQ, and multiple exercise publications. He is known for innovation and real-world success in the fitness industry. Now, Geoff is pointing a wide-angle lens at health and parenthood. Workouts and nutrition are just part of the program. He will be looking at relationships, critical thinking, motivation, and discipline. In short, anything you need to earn the mug that says “*World’s Greatest Dad.”*

“I want to be Mr. Rogers for men over 30,” says Geoff. “There is so much noise and confusion out there.” We *all* need a community devoted to the best we have inside of us. The Dad Strength Podcast is here to make the world a better place through our roles as fathers and as men.