<![CDATA[Strong Father Co. Podcast]]>The Strong Father Co. Podcast is for fathers who refuse to choose between being fit, present, and ambitious.

Hosted by Gabe Yanez, hybrid athlete, longtime coach, and former co-host of the Jason Khalipa Podcast, this show explores what it actually takes to stay strong, capable, and sharp as a father in your 30s, 40s, and beyond.

Each episode breaks down the real intersections of:

  • Strength and endurance training for busy dads
  • Nutrition that fuels performance instead of slowly breaking you down
  • Longevity, cognitive health, and resilience as responsibilities grow
  • Faith, fulfillment, and identity beyond just “winning”
  • The hard tradeoffs of fatherhood, entrepreneurship, and ambition


You’ll hear evidence-based takes, client case studies, training lessons from the field, and honest conversations about where most men are under-fueling, under-recovering, and underestimating what’s still possible.

If you want to chase big goals without sacrificing your health, your family, or your values, this podcast is for you.

Strong Fathers. Strong Families.

]]>https://stan.store/gabeyanezRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 28 May 2026 18:35:56 GMTWed, 28 Jan 2026 21:53:40 GMT60Gabriel Yanez<p>The Strong Father Co. Podcast is for fathers who refuse to choose between being fit, present, and ambitious.<br /></p><p>Hosted by Gabe Yanez, hybrid athlete, longtime coach, and former co-host of the Jason Khalipa Podcast, this show explores what it actually takes to stay strong, capable, and sharp as a father in your 30s, 40s, and beyond.<br /></p><p>Each episode breaks down the real intersections of:</p><ul><li>Strength and endurance training for busy dads</li><li>Nutrition that fuels performance instead of slowly breaking you down</li><li>Longevity, cognitive health, and resilience as responsibilities grow</li><li>Faith, fulfillment, and identity beyond just “winning”</li><li>The hard tradeoffs of fatherhood, entrepreneurship, and ambition</li></ul><p><br />You’ll hear evidence-based takes, client case studies, training lessons from the field, and honest conversations about where most men are under-fueling, under-recovering, and underestimating what’s still possible.<br /></p><p>If you want to chase big goals without sacrificing your health, your family, or your values, this podcast is for you.<br /></p><p>Strong Fathers. Strong Families.</p>episodicGabriel Yanezgabe@gabeyanez.comno<![CDATA[Episode 8: Ironman 70.3 Texas Race Recap!]]>Gabriel Yanez shares his experience of participating in a 70.3 half Ironman, reflecting on his background in triathlons, the impact of strength training, and the importance of family support. He discusses race preparation, sleep management, and self-seeding in the swim event, emphasizing the significance of training plans and the balance between personal goals and family commitments. Gabriel Yanez shares his experience and key learnings from participating in a 70.3 triathlon race, including insights on race preparation, nutrition, equipment, and pacing. He also discusses the challenges faced during the race and the importance of coaching and training for endurance events.

Takeaways

  • Triathlon Experience
  • Sleep Management
  • Self-Seeding in Swim Event
  • Training Plans and Family Commitments Race preparation is crucial for a successful triathlon, including arriving early, self-seeding, and having a clear nutrition plan.
  • Pacing and nutrition are essential for long-distance races, and proper training and coaching can help in achieving race goals.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Importance of Training Plans and Family Commitments
  • 22:32 Race Morning and Sleep Management
  • 28:00 Transition Setup and Self-Seeding in Swim Event
  • 35:00 Race Preparation and Self-Seeding
  • 40:32 Challenges Faced During the Race
  • 45:47 Bike Ride Challenges and Preparation
  • 52:41 Transition to Run and Cramping
  • 59:14 Final Stretch and Finish Line
]]>5bb62a61-3d4a-4089-9bfb-e68f20b870b6Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:49:49 GMT<p>Gabriel Yanez shares his experience of participating in a 70.3 half Ironman, reflecting on his background in triathlons, the impact of strength training, and the importance of family support. He discusses race preparation, sleep management, and self-seeding in the swim event, emphasizing the significance of training plans and the balance between personal goals and family commitments. Gabriel Yanez shares his experience and key learnings from participating in a 70.3 triathlon race, including insights on race preparation, nutrition, equipment, and pacing. He also discusses the challenges faced during the race and the importance of coaching and training for endurance events.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Triathlon Experience</li><li>Sleep Management</li><li>Self-Seeding in Swim Event</li><li>Training Plans and Family Commitments Race preparation is crucial for a successful triathlon, including arriving early, self-seeding, and having a clear nutrition plan.</li><li>Pacing and nutrition are essential for long-distance races, and proper training and coaching can help in achieving race goals.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Importance of Training Plans and Family Commitments</li><li>22:32 Race Morning and Sleep Management</li><li>28:00 Transition Setup and Self-Seeding in Swim Event</li><li>35:00 Race Preparation and Self-Seeding</li><li>40:32 Challenges Faced During the Race</li><li>45:47 Bike Ride Challenges and Preparation</li><li>52:41 Transition to Run and Cramping</li><li>59:14 Final Stretch and Finish Line</li></ul>no01:11:02Episode 8: Ironman 70.3 Texas Race Recap!full<![CDATA[Episode 7: Half Ironman 70.3 Race Week! ]]>The conversation covers the preparation for a race, dealing with setbacks and injuries, the impact of stress on training, the role of gear and equipment in racing, and factors affecting race performance. It also highlights the physical and mental preparation involved in training for a race and the impact of stress and life circumstances on training and performance. The conversation covers the importance of open water practice and the impact of nutrition on triathlon performance. It also delves into competitive goals, hybrid training, race week preparation, and tapering strategies for optimal performance.

Takeaways

  • Training for a race involves physical and mental preparation
  • The impact of stress and life circumstances on training and performance Triathlon preparation requires open water practice
  • Nutrition and fueling are crucial for long endurance events

Chapters

  • 00:00 Preparing for Race Day
  • 21:15 The Role of Gear and Equipment in Racing
  • 27:20 Factors Affecting Race Performance
  • 35:21 Competitive Goals and Hybrid Training
  • 43:22 Race Week Preparation and Nutrition
  • 56:30 Tapering and Training Approach
]]>e87022ee-dd56-40c2-985b-604c8c58f730Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:49:50 GMT<p>The conversation covers the preparation for a race, dealing with setbacks and injuries, the impact of stress on training, the role of gear and equipment in racing, and factors affecting race performance. It also highlights the physical and mental preparation involved in training for a race and the impact of stress and life circumstances on training and performance. The conversation covers the importance of open water practice and the impact of nutrition on triathlon performance. It also delves into competitive goals, hybrid training, race week preparation, and tapering strategies for optimal performance.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Training for a race involves physical and mental preparation</li><li>The impact of stress and life circumstances on training and performance Triathlon preparation requires open water practice</li><li>Nutrition and fueling are crucial for long endurance events</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Preparing for Race Day</li><li>21:15 The Role of Gear and Equipment in Racing</li><li>27:20 Factors Affecting Race Performance</li><li>35:21 Competitive Goals and Hybrid Training</li><li>43:22 Race Week Preparation and Nutrition</li><li>56:30 Tapering and Training Approach</li></ul>no00:59:57Episode 7: Half Ironman 70.3 Race Week! full<![CDATA[Episode 6: Entrepreneurship, Confidence, and My Life In Weeks]]>The conversation covers the impact of time and stress on fitness and nutrition, the experience at the Gary V event, the importance of confidence and self-promotion in entrepreneurship, and the significance of the 'Life in Weeks' poster and building a business. The key takeaways include the importance of time and stress management for fitness and nutrition, as well as the significance of confidence and self-promotion in entrepreneurship.

Takeaways

  • Time and stress management are crucial for fitness and nutrition
  • Confidence and self-promotion are important in entrepreneurship

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Impact of Time and Stress on Fitness and Nutrition
  • 06:51 The Gary V Event and NFT Tokens
  • 26:18 Life in Weeks Poster and Building a Business
]]>c92c3583-077d-4cba-a356-28ed2b582b51Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:28:51 GMT<p>The conversation covers the impact of time and stress on fitness and nutrition, the experience at the Gary V event, the importance of confidence and self-promotion in entrepreneurship, and the significance of the 'Life in Weeks' poster and building a business. The key takeaways include the importance of time and stress management for fitness and nutrition, as well as the significance of confidence and self-promotion in entrepreneurship.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Time and stress management are crucial for fitness and nutrition</li><li>Confidence and self-promotion are important in entrepreneurship</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Impact of Time and Stress on Fitness and Nutrition</li><li>06:51 The Gary V Event and NFT Tokens</li><li>26:18 Life in Weeks Poster and Building a Business</li></ul>yes00:41:2516Episode 6: Entrepreneurship, Confidence, and My Life In Weeksfull<![CDATA[Episode 5: Carbs and Hybrid Training For Dads]]>In this episode, Gabriel Yanez discusses a range of topics, including home renovations, peptides, unexpected expenses, fitness and health during stressful times, the concept of a forever home, the carb debate, and nutrition habits. He shares insights on balancing carb intake, the impact of home renovations on stress and fitness, and the importance of fitness as a stress release during challenging times. The conversation covers the benefits of hybrid training for dads, emphasizing the importance of incorporating long zone two runs for mental health and the use of weight loss peptides in a responsible manner. It also highlights the significance of fueling workouts with carbs and the impact of being lean and active on out-training a bad diet.

Takeaways

  • Balancing carb intake
  • Impact of home renovations
  • Fitness as a stress release Hybrid training for dads
  • Responsible use of weight loss peptides

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Home Renovations
  • 06:10 Bathroom Renovation and Unexpected Expenses
  • 21:30 Home as Forever Home and Ideal Changes
  • 37:21 Hybrid Training for Dads
  • 46:01 Importance of Carbs and Fueling for Workouts
  • 55:24 Weight Loss Peptides and Responsible Use
]]>30e87019-a8e9-4477-a7b7-8ddf6a2b7d69Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:16:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Gabriel Yanez discusses a range of topics, including home renovations, peptides, unexpected expenses, fitness and health during stressful times, the concept of a forever home, the carb debate, and nutrition habits. He shares insights on balancing carb intake, the impact of home renovations on stress and fitness, and the importance of fitness as a stress release during challenging times. The conversation covers the benefits of hybrid training for dads, emphasizing the importance of incorporating long zone two runs for mental health and the use of weight loss peptides in a responsible manner. It also highlights the significance of fueling workouts with carbs and the impact of being lean and active on out-training a bad diet.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Balancing carb intake</li><li>Impact of home renovations</li><li>Fitness as a stress release Hybrid training for dads</li><li>Responsible use of weight loss peptides</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Home Renovations</li><li>06:10 Bathroom Renovation and Unexpected Expenses</li><li>21:30 Home as Forever Home and Ideal Changes</li><li>37:21 Hybrid Training for Dads</li><li>46:01 Importance of Carbs and Fueling for Workouts</li><li>55:24 Weight Loss Peptides and Responsible Use</li></ul>no01:12:3415Episode 5: Carbs and Hybrid Training For Dadsfull<![CDATA[Episode 4: Gabe & Arielle Evolution As Parents ]]>The conversation delves into the changing perception of time with the arrival of children, the challenges of transitioning from one child to two, and the announcement of a third child. It also explores the importance of community and relationships in parenting, the influence of extended family, and the flexibility required in parenting. The role of the village in parenting and the influence of grandparents are also discussed. The conversation covers the challenges of balancing screen time and outdoor activities for children, the adjustments to a new environment and safety concerns, the establishment of TV and YouTube rules, the challenges of parenting with a third child on the way, managing parental stress and work-life balance, and the role of health and fitness in parenting. The key takeaways include the importance of fluid boundaries and ongoing adjustments, the significance of health and fitness in parenting, and the need to balance screen time with outdoor activities. The conversation delves into the long-term approach to fitness and nutrition, the coaching philosophy, building habits for children, overcoming challenges in fitness, the emotional impact of daily routines, the impact of cultural representation, the immigrant perspective, unity in society, celebrating cultural representation, and expanding coaching services for women.

Takeaways

  • Time perception changes with the arrival of children
  • Transition from one child to two can be challenging
  • The importance of community and relationships in parenting Balancing screen time and outdoor activities
  • Fluid boundaries and ongoing adjustments
  • The importance of health and fitness in parenting Consistency in fitness and nutrition is key
  • The importance of prioritizing protein with every meal

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Concept of Time and Parenthood
  • 06:10 Parenting and Community
  • 15:06 The Influence of Extended Family in Parenting
  • 22:19 Flexibility in Parenting and Parenthood Realities
  • 29:12 YouTube Rules and Consistency
  • 35:35 The Role of Health and Fitness in Parenting
  • 47:09 Lifestyle and Long-Term Approach to Fitness and Nutrition
  • 52:19 The Emotional Impact of Daily Routines and Habits
  • 57:27 Unity and Common Ground in Society
  • 01:03:13 Celebrating Cultural Representation and Family Resilience
]]>72ba3b39-ae98-48ae-bd13-9e2741026788Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:11:49 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the changing perception of time with the arrival of children, the challenges of transitioning from one child to two, and the announcement of a third child. It also explores the importance of community and relationships in parenting, the influence of extended family, and the flexibility required in parenting. The role of the village in parenting and the influence of grandparents are also discussed. The conversation covers the challenges of balancing screen time and outdoor activities for children, the adjustments to a new environment and safety concerns, the establishment of TV and YouTube rules, the challenges of parenting with a third child on the way, managing parental stress and work-life balance, and the role of health and fitness in parenting. The key takeaways include the importance of fluid boundaries and ongoing adjustments, the significance of health and fitness in parenting, and the need to balance screen time with outdoor activities. The conversation delves into the long-term approach to fitness and nutrition, the coaching philosophy, building habits for children, overcoming challenges in fitness, the emotional impact of daily routines, the impact of cultural representation, the immigrant perspective, unity in society, celebrating cultural representation, and expanding coaching services for women.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Time perception changes with the arrival of children</li><li>Transition from one child to two can be challenging</li><li>The importance of community and relationships in parenting Balancing screen time and outdoor activities</li><li>Fluid boundaries and ongoing adjustments</li><li>The importance of health and fitness in parenting Consistency in fitness and nutrition is key</li><li>The importance of prioritizing protein with every meal</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Concept of Time and Parenthood</li><li>06:10 Parenting and Community</li><li>15:06 The Influence of Extended Family in Parenting</li><li>22:19 Flexibility in Parenting and Parenthood Realities</li><li>29:12 YouTube Rules and Consistency</li><li>35:35 The Role of Health and Fitness in Parenting</li><li>47:09 Lifestyle and Long-Term Approach to Fitness and Nutrition</li><li>52:19 The Emotional Impact of Daily Routines and Habits</li><li>57:27 Unity and Common Ground in Society</li><li>01:03:13 Celebrating Cultural Representation and Family Resilience</li></ul>no01:10:1214Episode 4: Gabe & Arielle Evolution As Parents full<![CDATA[Episode 3: Fatherhood, Finances, and Home Births]]>The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including personal introductions, experiences with home birth, career transitions, financial investments, and parenting advice. The discussion delves into the importance of financial education, the impact of judgment on behavior, and the value of soft skills in mentorship and leadership. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including fatherhood, financial responsibility, mental health, and the experience of home births. The speakers share personal experiences and insights on these subjects, providing valuable perspectives for listeners.

Takeaways

  • Home birth experiences
  • Transition from fitness to finance
  • Teaching children about money and investing
  • The impact of judgment on behavior
  • The value of soft skills in mentorship and leadership Fatherhood challenges
  • Financial responsibility
  • The magic of childbirth
  • The importance of community and support

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Home Birth Experiences
  • 06:05 Teaching Children About Money and Investing
  • 10:58 The Impact of Judgment on Behavior
  • 18:02 The Value of Soft Skills in Mentorship and Leadership
  • 31:59 Fatherhood Challenges and Financial Responsibility
  • 38:56 The Importance of Community and Support
  • 51:02 The Magic of Childbirth and Appreciation for the Female Body
]]>6eeb12d4-f2d7-4a59-9d31-2ac2fdca40f7Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:32:59 GMT<p>The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including personal introductions, experiences with home birth, career transitions, financial investments, and parenting advice. The discussion delves into the importance of financial education, the impact of judgment on behavior, and the value of soft skills in mentorship and leadership. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including fatherhood, financial responsibility, mental health, and the experience of home births. The speakers share personal experiences and insights on these subjects, providing valuable perspectives for listeners.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Home birth experiences</li><li>Transition from fitness to finance</li><li>Teaching children about money and investing</li><li>The impact of judgment on behavior</li><li>The value of soft skills in mentorship and leadership Fatherhood challenges</li><li>Financial responsibility</li><li>The magic of childbirth</li><li>The importance of community and support</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Home Birth Experiences</li><li>06:05 Teaching Children About Money and Investing</li><li>10:58 The Impact of Judgment on Behavior</li><li>18:02 The Value of Soft Skills in Mentorship and Leadership</li><li>31:59 Fatherhood Challenges and Financial Responsibility</li><li>38:56 The Importance of Community and Support</li><li>51:02 The Magic of Childbirth and Appreciation for the Female Body</li></ul>yes01:01:3413Episode 3: Fatherhood, Finances, and Home Birthsfull<![CDATA[Episode 2: A Father's Running Journey ]]>The conversation covers the journey of Leroy Calk, a father and runner, as he navigates the challenges of parenting and the transformative impact of running on his mental health. It delves into the early days of running, the birth of his son Stetson, the transition to parenthood, the rediscovery of running, and the marathon journey that led to the birth of a running business in his community. The conversation covers the journey of opening and running a successful run store, the process of training for marathons, achieving significant progress, and qualifying for the Boston Marathon. It also highlights the impact of consistency, community support, and the role of a running coach in achieving ambitious goals. The conversation emphasizes the value of a running community and the positive impact of the Suburban Run Rec store on the local community.

Takeaways

  • Parenting challenges
  • The impact of running on mental health Consistency is key
  • Community support is essential

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Early Running Days
  • 09:19 The Transition to Parenthood and the Role of Running
  • 22:16 Rediscovering Running and the Influence of a Friend
  • 29:47 The Marathon Journey and the Birth of a Business
  • 35:10 Structured Training
  • 41:20 Qualifying for Boston
  • 47:35 Houston Marathon Experience
  • 53:33 Impact of Running Community
  • 59:00 Suburban Run Rec and Community Impact
]]>27af3536-6331-4898-847f-2c677f6d52b3Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:15:21 GMT<p>The conversation covers the journey of Leroy Calk, a father and runner, as he navigates the challenges of parenting and the transformative impact of running on his mental health. It delves into the early days of running, the birth of his son Stetson, the transition to parenthood, the rediscovery of running, and the marathon journey that led to the birth of a running business in his community. The conversation covers the journey of opening and running a successful run store, the process of training for marathons, achieving significant progress, and qualifying for the Boston Marathon. It also highlights the impact of consistency, community support, and the role of a running coach in achieving ambitious goals. The conversation emphasizes the value of a running community and the positive impact of the Suburban Run Rec store on the local community.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Parenting challenges</li><li>The impact of running on mental health Consistency is key</li><li>Community support is essential</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Early Running Days</li><li>09:19 The Transition to Parenthood and the Role of Running</li><li>22:16 Rediscovering Running and the Influence of a Friend</li><li>29:47 The Marathon Journey and the Birth of a Business</li><li>35:10 Structured Training</li><li>41:20 Qualifying for Boston</li><li>47:35 Houston Marathon Experience</li><li>53:33 Impact of Running Community</li><li>59:00 Suburban Run Rec and Community Impact</li></ul>no01:05:3112Episode 2: A Father's Running Journey full<![CDATA[Episode 1: Life Updates, Faith, and Entrepreneurship ]]>The first episode of the Strong Father Code podcast begins with Gabriel Yanez sharing his excitement about starting the podcast and the challenges he faced in getting started.

He discusses the resistance he felt in entrepreneurship and the pressure of creating a podcast that people would want to listen to.

Gabe also shares life updates, including a trip to New York and the unexpected water damage in his home, leading to an extended stay at his sister's house.

He reflects on the transition from working for an established brand to building his own business and the valuable lessons he has learned in the process. Gabe Yanez discusses the challenges of his career shift, his faith journey, the value of coaching, and the importance of targeting an ideal client for his business.

He shares personal experiences and insights related to each of these themes, providing valuable takeaways for the audience.

Takeaways

  • Entrepreneurship challenges
  • Life updates and adjustments Career shift challenges
  • Faith journey
  • Value of coaching
  • Ideal client targeting

Chapters

  • 00:00 Life Updates and Adjustments
  • 29:21 Career Shift Challenges and Takeaways
  • 46:08 Value of Coaching and Mentorship
  • 51:17 Ideal Client Targeting
]]>1f7147a8-6945-4ec3-8643-446e2f50a436Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:56:57 GMT<p>The first episode of the Strong Father Code podcast begins with Gabriel Yanez sharing his excitement about starting the podcast and the challenges he faced in getting started. </p><p></p><p>He discusses the resistance he felt in entrepreneurship and the pressure of creating a podcast that people would want to listen to. </p><p></p><p>Gabe also shares life updates, including a trip to New York and the unexpected water damage in his home, leading to an extended stay at his sister's house. </p><p></p><p>He reflects on the transition from working for an established brand to building his own business and the valuable lessons he has learned in the process. Gabe Yanez discusses the challenges of his career shift, his faith journey, the value of coaching, and the importance of targeting an ideal client for his business. </p><p></p><p>He shares personal experiences and insights related to each of these themes, providing valuable takeaways for the audience.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Entrepreneurship challenges</li><li>Life updates and adjustments Career shift challenges</li><li>Faith journey</li><li>Value of coaching</li><li>Ideal client targeting</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Life Updates and Adjustments</li><li>29:21 Career Shift Challenges and Takeaways</li><li>46:08 Value of Coaching and Mentorship</li><li>51:17 Ideal Client Targeting</li></ul>no00:57:331Episode 1: Life Updates, Faith, and Entrepreneurship full