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Fortis After Hours Podcast

by Nate & Liz Ribaudo

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Ep. 32 | Redefining Strong

September 28, 2026 · 37 min

Send us Fan Mail Today we’re explaining what “redefining strong” actually means to us, why we put it on the wall at Fortis Fitness Studio from day one, and why it’s still the mindset we coach by years later. We start in the world of…
Ep. 31 | Preparing for the Winter Arc

September 7, 2026 · 29 min

Send us Fan Mail Fall is where good training years either get sharpened or quietly slip away. We talk through how we’re approaching the “fall winter arc” with actual targets, real timelines, and the kind of honesty that keeps you…
Ep. 30 | Three Things We Wish We Would've Known When We First Started Working Out

August 17, 2026 · 43 min

Send us Fan Mail Nate and Liz each share 3 lessons they wish they knew when they first stepped into the gym, and they get honest about the mistakes that slowed progress for years, especially for lifters chasing muscle gain and bigger…
Ep. 29 | Having Fun at the Gym + Listener Q & A

August 10, 2026 · 53 min

Send us Fan Mail If your training has started to feel like a checklist, that’s a problem you can solve and it might be the difference between a good month and a great decade. We’re Nate and Liz, and we’re back from summer break with a mix…
Ep. 28 | Finish What You Start

June 29, 2026 · 29 min

Send us Fan Mail Most people can start things. The real skill is finishing, especially when the newness wears off and your calendar gets loud. We talk honestly about why goals stall, how overwhelming thoughts sneak in, and what it takes to…

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Ep.27 | Becoming The Head Coach of Fortis Powerlifting

June 15, 2026 · 29 min

Send us Fan Mail We are making something official that’s been true for years: Liz is the Head Powerlifting Coach at Fortis Powerlifting. She’s the one writing our base team powerlifting programming, building the meet-day spreadsheets, and…
Ep. 26 | Trying Your Best Vs DOING Your Best

June 8, 2026 · 28 min

Send us Fan Mail I tried my best sounds good, but it can be the most comfortable way to stay the same. We dig into a simple idea from Tim Grover, the trainer known for working with Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant: There’s a real difference…
Ep. 25 | Better Technique Unlocks Peak Strength

June 1, 2026 · 30 min

Send us Fan Mail Chasing strength without solid technique is a fast way to collect injuries and slow progress, and we’ve both lived that lesson. We talk through why technique first isn’t just a coaching slogan, it’s developing the skill…
Ep. 24 | PLU Powerlifting Nationals Team Recap

May 25, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min

Send us Fan Mail We just got back from PLU Nationals in San Antonio, and we’re breaking down how we brought a full Fortis Powerlifting crew to a national stage. We talk through why we picked this meet in the first place: location…
Ep. 23 | Preparing for the Platform pt. 4 of 4 | Meet Day Ready

May 11, 2026 · 44 min

Send us Fan Mail We’re closing out our meet prep mini-series with the meet day tips we wish every lifter had before stepping onto the platform, especially with PLU Nationals coming up in San Antonio. From meet day eve packing, to knowing…
Ep. 22 | Preparing for the Platform pt. 3 of 4 | Meet Day Travel Made Simple

May 4, 2026 · 43 min

Send us Fan Mail Travel can wreck your meet week long before you touch a barbell. We want you showing up calm, fueled, and ready to hit your attempts, so we walk through the unglamorous, simple and powerful details of powerlifting meet…
Ep. 21 | Preparing for the Platform pt. 2 of 4 | So Ya Had a Bad Day, How to Reset After A Bad Training Session

April 20, 2026 · 30 min

Send us Fan Mail One missed rep can hijack an entire peak if you let it. We sit down and get practical about the moment training stops matching the plan, especially when you’re close to a powerlifting meet. We talk about how to tell the…

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About the show

Welcome to the Fortis After Hours Podcast! Join Nate and Liz as they dive into unfiltered conversations about fitness, mental health, relationships, powerlifting, and everything in between. From navigating life as a married couple running a business together, to chasing PRs and personal growth outside of the gym, no topic is off-limits. Expect honest insights, practical advice, and plenty of healthy banter as we redefine what strong really means in and out of the gym.