World-renowned fitness coach, Austin Stout shares valuable insight into strength training and muscle growth..
In today’s episode, Austin takes us back to the start, sharing his journey from a broke college student working at a supplement store to becoming a mentor for coaches around the globe. He opens up about the challenges of competing, the mistakes that wrecked his own health, and how those setbacks fueled his passion for functional health.
You’ll hear about the lessons he learned the hard way: how ignoring recovery almost derailed his career, why so many lifters struggle to make progress, and how his experience with gut issues and hormonal dysfunction made him a better coach.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by fitness fads, struggled to see results despite your hard work, or wondered if you’re truly making progress, this episode is for you. Austin’s practical, science-backed advice cuts through the noise and offers a fresh perspective on what it takes to achieve long-term success.
Austin Stout is a renowned fitness coach and educator with a deep passion for physique and performance enhancement. His journey began in high school as a varsity wrestler, which sparked his interest in fitness and bodybuilding. At just 18, Austin started competing, and by 19, he was coaching clients—a career he’s pursued ever since. Over the years, Austin has worked with hundreds of competitors and non-competitors, focusing on a holistic, science-based approach that integrates functional health practices, with a specialty in GI dysfunction and hormone health.
Austin's expertise extends beyond client coaching. He offers mentorship and education to coaches worldwide, speaks at industry events, and provides consultation services. His commitment to helping others achieve long-term, sustainable health makes him a sought-after voice in the fitness industry.
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