Off The Strength
Self-Improvement
About
OFF THE STRENGTH is a dynamic podcast that explores the intersection of wellness, art, movement, mental health, and spiritual health from the perspective of passionate wellness professionals. Each week, hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones share insights, tips, and transformative stories, uncovering the best that life has to offer in the pursuit of a better self. From highlighting top practitioners and artists to celebrating the cultural heartbeat of the modern fitness and wellness landscape, the show goes beyond the surface to explore not just what drives them, but why they do what moves them—sharing these discoveries with the people they care about the most. Follow us: @OFFTHESTRENGTH_ @ATrainerCalledTony @KRJones_.
Episodes
- Keep Looking Up.
Episode 332 – This Week in Wellness: Jeans Workouts, Hype Men & $30 Smoothies Tony Vidal and KR Jones are back with another installment of “This Week in Wellness,” where the line between health, hype, and hilarity gets thinner by the minut…
- E.N.D. Love & Hydration.
What does it mean to stay sane, hydrated, and in love with your life when the algorithm knows you better than you know yourself? In Episode 331 of the Off The Strength Podcast , hosts Tony Vidal and Kr Jones get real about separating thoug…
- Top 3, & She's Not 3. Featuring: Lyndsey McFail.
Knowing Your Top 3 and Knowing Your Worth Some people collect music. Others build lives around it. On Episode 330 of Off The Strength , Tony Vidal and KR Jones sit down with Lyndsey McFail , communications and media strategist, lifelong DJ…
- Talk Is Cheap.
They say health is wealth. They also say happiness can’t be bought. Tony Vidal and KR Jones aren’t sure whether either of those statements survives today’s real-life circumstances, but they do their best to get to the bottom line and tell…
- Weight on my shoulders. Featuring: Alex Moreno
What does it mean to keep going when the weight never seems to come off? In Episode 328 of Off The Strength , host KR Jones sits down with Alex Moreno for a powerful conversation about mental health, masculinity, and the quiet battles men…
- The Villain Era.
This week on Off The Strength, Tony Vidal and KR Jones look at a fresh batch of wellness headlines and try to figure out if it’s time to stop playing nice. With another round of wild claims, messy breakthroughs, and “experts” doing the mos…
- To Whom Much Is Given. Featuring Kai Nedd
In this Off The Strength episode, Tony and Kyle sit down with Kia Nedd, founder of the Walk It Away walking club, for a real look at what it takes to lead with purpose. Kia shares her path into wellness, the moment she realized community w…
- Let's Remix The Cousin Walk.
Get ready to remix your whole vibe. In this episode of Off The Strength, Tony Vidal and KR Jones break down the rise of Green Wednesday for the wellness crowd and the cannabis curious. Think self-care with a splash of leafy optimism. They…
- The House Party. Featuring: Irv 'Zeus' Hyppolite'
Tony Vidal & Kyle Jones sit down with nationally recognized master trainer Irv “Zeus” Hyppolite, founder of The House of Zeus and The Inner U Bootcamp, ahead of his coming festival: The House Party Wellness Festival . In this episode, Irv…
- You Can't Be Bigger Than The Space You’re Creating. Featuring: Joe Robertson
Tony Vidal & KR Jones sit down with Joe Robertson of the Century Plus Crew—a movement cyclist, community organizer, and founder of rides like the Women Lead Century Ride and Big Borough Bike Tour . In this episode, we go deep: We talk abou…
- Edibles with Purpose: How FOY Gummies Blend Culture, Cannabis & Care. Featuring: Yon & Moose Haile
Live from The Travel Agency Brooklyn, Tony Vidal & Kyle Jones sit down with FOY Gummies founders Yon & Moose Haile to talk cannabis, culture, and creating a Black-owned edible brand in NYC . From NFL recovery stories and adaptogen-powered…
- Double or Nothing
This week, KR Jones & Tony Vidal are back in the wellness trenches, unpacking the wild, weird, and occasionally flammable headlines you didn’t know you needed. We’re talking: 💻 AI wearables – cool tech or just another way to turn your swe…
- ✈️ Elevating Your Expectations. Featuring: Arana Hankin-Biggers.
This week, we are continuing our high clientele series with the visionary President and Co-Founder of The Travel Agency NYC, Arana Hankin-Biggers ! Tune in and discover how Arana merges her personal family legacy with her own shift into ca…
- Canna-Connecting Feat. Scott Goddard
This week we have Travel Agency's very own, Scott Goddard! Scott is the Learning and Development Director at Travel Agency NYC. He gives takes us behind the green curtain of legal cannabis and the intention put behind the consumer experien…
- Policy, Profit, & Purpose Feat. Damian Fagon
This week Tony and KR sit down with Damian Fagon of the Bronx Defenders!! They get into: 🌿 How the rollout of NYC’s legal cannabis market is impacting communities of color 📜 What the legislative process looked like behind the scenes 💰 H…
- How to Flip a Legacy Feat. Fab Five Freddy
This week Tony and KR sit down with a true Hip-Hop legend, Fab 5 Freddy!!! In this conversation they dive into the powerful story of Bernard Noble, a man who was sentenced to 13 years in prison for essentially two joints. A painful example…
- Running In The Right Direction. Featuring: Jerry Francois.
Join hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones as they dive into a powerful conversation with Coach Jerry Francois, founder and heartbeat of the Goldfinger Track Club (GFTC) Coach J isn’t just building records; he’s building movements—turning therapy…
- Don’t Stress Out Over A Strike Out. Featuring Sérgio Santos.
This week, Tony Vidal and KR Jones sit down with East Atlanta’s own Sérgio Santos—a multi-hyphenate creative, sneaker connoisseur, gamer, and founding force behind Brooklyn’s Recess Run Club . Whether he’s behind the camera shooting legend…
- Honor The Gift. Featuring: Thai Richards.
In this episode of Off the Strength , hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones sit down once again with Thai Richards , founder of Rage & Release , to discuss his recent completion of the London Marathon🏃🏾♂️🇬🇧 But wait, there's more!!!! 🌍 The t…
- Playing Small To Win Big.
In this week’s episode of Off the Strength , hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones tap in with another round of unapologetic wellness talk, sharp takes, and hard-earned wisdom in an episode we’re calling “Playing Small to Win Big.” They break down…
- You Ain’t Gotta Kick It To Kick It. Featuring: Chris “CT” Thomas.
This week on Off the Strength , we’re chopping it up with a man who turned a childhood classic into a cultural movement: Chris “CT” Thomas , founder and one of the five masterminds behind the Recess Kickball League (RKL) @recesskickballlea…
- Putting In Work
This week on Off the Strength , Tony Vidal and KR Jones are back in the booth and diving deep into the wins, weirdness, and wellness of the week. In this episode titled “Putting In Work,” the fellas chop it up on: 🌿 How 420 jumped clean o…
- Winners Never Lose. Featuring: Ms. Jilly Jillz
🎙️ In this episode of Off the Strength , hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones link up with BMX rider, educator, and cannabis advocate Jillian Alvarez, aka Ms. Jilly Jillz (@ms.jillyjillz), for a conversation that moves as fast and free as we do…
- Everything Everywhere All at Once
This week feels like a full-body workout for your soul — everything, everywhere, all at once. Tony and KR tap into the chaos and clarity of modern wellness, taking you from Strava mules and lusty gym hotels to mushrooms in the park and anc…
- Finding A Winning Environment.
This week, Tony Vidal and KR Jones break down what it really means to find a winning environment —because success isn’t just about talent, it’s about where and how you grow. Whether you’re leveling up in fitness, business, or life, your su…
- Learn To Enjoy Today, Today.
This week, Tony Vidal and KR Jones break down the wins, the weirdness, and the wellness of modern life. From coregasms (yeah, it’s real) to fighting through the week, we’re talking about what it takes to stay strong—physically, mentally, a…
- Kaizen, A Change For Good.
Podcast Episode Description: Off The Strength - "Kaizen, A Change For Good" This week, Tony Vidal and KR Jones explore the wild world of wellness with a fresh dose of satire and real talk. From the importance of hand hygiene (no shake if y…
- 🪜Climbing to the Top: feat. André Crews
🚀 From the trading floor to the gym floor, from CrossFit boxes to digital fitness dominance—André Crews is climbing the ladder (literally) and bringing 4,500+ people with him. This week on Off The Strength , we’re tapping in with the form…
- Unforced Errors.
🎙️ This week on Off The Strength , Tony Vidal and KR Jones take a deep dive into the wild world of wellness, unpacking everything from childhood radio icons to why your own battery needs charging just as much as your phone. ⚡ Ever feel li…
- People Need Change - Featuring Alex Norman.
🎙️ Off The Strength Podcast | Episode: "People Need Change" This week, hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones sit down with Alex Norman , co-founder of Budega NYC , an upcoming legal cannabis dispensary in Brooklyn poised to make waves on the scen…
- The Cost of Losing Yourself.
This week, Tony Vidal and KR Jones are back with a no-holds-barred breakdown of their week in wellness , tackling everything from 🏈 bad party etiquette to the fitness scams lurking in your pantry. 💀🍏 🔹 Warning Signs of a Bad Party: If…
- Making America Healthy Again.
Is America finally ready to get real about health? In this powerful episode of Off The Strength , hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones dive deep into the state of wellness in the U.S.—from the impact of FDA warning labels on our food to TikTok wa…
- Embrace The Pivot.
In this week’s unfiltered, unapologetic, and unexpectedly insightful episode of Off The Strength , hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones take you on a wild ride through the world of health, wellness, and questionable life choices —all while engagi…
- Your Second Wind.
Join us on this week’s episode of Off The Strength as we unpack the absurdities and ambitions of modern wellness. From why hoarding is just a terrible attempt at time travel to why 40 and 50-year-olds are rewriting the book on longevity, w…
- Urgency vs Desperation.
Join hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones on this compelling episode of Off the Strength as they dive deep into the balance between urgency and discipline in life, fitness, and personal growth. Together, they unpack the complexities of making del…
- Dealing With Change.
Dealing With Change This week on Off The Strength , hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones tackle the wellness world's most pressing questions (and a few nobody asked). From the absurdity of scooter-squat discipline in Kuala Lumpur to channeling ag…
- Your Outlook Defines Your Output.
🎙️ Your Outlook Defines Your Output : A Masterclass in Emotional Cardio & Holiday Hijinks 🏋️♀️✨ In this episode of Off The Strength , Kyle can’t escape the fame, and Tony is combatting cooking roulette at family gatherings. Tune in as t…
- Keep Your Heart Warm.
In this thought-provoking episode of Off the Strength , hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones dive into a rich tapestry of topics that will leave you inspired, reflective, and ready to take on the new year. With humor, insight, and their signature…
- Easier said than done.
Buckle up for another wildly insightful, slightly chaotic, and thoroughly entertaining ride with hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones. This week, the duo tackles a whirlwind of topics ranging from the deeply thought-provoking to the hilariously a…
- Overcoming Resistance.
Join hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones on this week's episode of Off The Strength , where we dive into the many facets of resistance, how it shows up in our lives, and the ways we fight it daily for progress. From life gems to smart hacks, thi…
- Turkey Day Truths & Lies.
Get ready for a hilarious, thoughtful, and occasionally shocking ride as the Off The Strength crew tackles the Thanksgiving aftermath and dives into the variety show vibes: Conscious vs. Unconscious Biases : Why Facebook debates are ruinin…
- Love Yours, Worldwide.
Off The Strength Podcast: Ed “The Love Yours Kid” Grullon on Art, Bikes, and Building a Movement 🎧 This week on Off The Strength , host Tony Vidal sits down with the dynamic Ed “The Love Yours Kid” Grullon for a conversation that’s equal…
- Curious Over Confidence. Featuring: Percell Dugger.
🎙️ Curious Over Confidence: The Return of Coach P Hold onto your track shoes, because this week’s episode of Off The Strength is a masterclass in running, culture, and cutting through the noise! Tony Vidal and KR Jones welcome back their…
- Disappointed, But Not Discouraged.
In this week’s episode, Tony Vidal and KR Jones dig into the highs, lows, and downright baffling turns of their wellness journeys. If you’ve ever felt disillusioned yet oddly motivated by the state of modern self-care, this episode is for…
- Getting Better at Being Better.
Strap in, folks! This week, your favorite wellness renegades, KR Jones and Tony Vidal, take you on a spirited ride through the high-stakes world of self-improvement and cultural curveballs. In this episode, they’re “getting better at being…
- A Requiem For Dignity.
Join Tony Vidal and KR Jones as they journey through the trials, tribulations, and, of course, the occasional existential dread that comes with the pursuit of wellness in New York City. In this week’s episode, "A Requiem for Dignity," our…
- Sometimes, you need to be the bad guy.
In This Week’s Episode: Tony Vidal and KR Jones dive into the weekly wellness shenanigans that might just make you ask, “Is this adulting or just organized chaos?” We kick things off with the big existential question: Can Black Men's joy b…
- Your Perspective Is Your Power.
Tune in to this week’s episode of Off The Strength as hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones take you on a journey through a whirlwind week of wellness events in NYC, including the Jack Taylor Fall Showcase, CultureCon NYC, and First Saturdays at t…
- Stop saying my bad, change your behavior.
In this week’s episode of Off The Strength , hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones delve deep into the power of self-accountability and the importance of changing behavior instead of just offering apologies. They share personal stories from their…
- Hypothetically Speaking.
Get ready for a hilarious and thought-provoking episode of "Off the Strength" as Tony and KR dive into a variety of topics, from the mundane to the extraordinary. In this episode, we'll discuss everything from the age-old debate of toilet…