The Fitness Hacks Podcast

by Redefining Strength | FHP 025: Seth Munsey Owner of Iron Republic

IRON REPUBLIC
Seth Munsey
IronRepublicStrong.com
ABOUT:
Seth Munsey, owner of Iron Republic and founder of Disc Golf Strong, holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Exercise Science from Cal State University Fullerton.  Seth has done so many different things in the fitness industry from working as the Strength and Conditioning Coach Intern for the Anaheim Ducks NHL Team during the 2011/2012 NHL Season to teaching certification courses for DVRT and Original Strength. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength and Conditioning Association.  Some of the other certifications Seth holds are:
  • DVRT Master Instructor
  • Original Strength Instructor
  • Functional Movement Screen Specialist
  • Russian Kettlebell Challenge Certification (RKC)
  • USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach
  • Titleist Performance Institute Certified Golf Fitness Instructor
3 KEY POINTS:
1. Show up and commit fully!

2. Don’t take certifications just for the sake of taking a certification. Find things that will help you better your clients and help them achieve results.

3. Remember how important taking care of your MENTAL health is!

MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:
In this episode we talk with Seth Munsey, owner of Iron Republic, founder of Disc Golf Strong and Master Trainer for DVRT and Original Strength. Seth reminds us of the importance of committing 100% to what we are doing and not just showing up to be there, but really showing up with intent and purpose. Seth shares some great stories about how connecting and making learning a priority helped him build his business.

Seth also not only gives some great business advice to trainers starting out, but reminds us that training and being a coach isn’t about your love for working out, but instead about your client and their goals. He reminds us that we not only have to pay attention to our clients physical health, but also their mental health as well!

SETH’S FAST FIVE FITNESS FACTS
Q: What’s your favorite exercise?

Single Leg Deadlift

Q: What exercise do you hate…but love at the same time?

Kettlebell Snatch

Q: What is the best book you’ve ever read?

Legacy: 15 Lessons In Leadership

Q: What is your favorite Pump Up Song?

Dirty Heads

Q: If you could train with one person (alive or dead) who would it be? 

Dan John