Ep. 98: Figuring out how to rebuild strength and confidence in parenthood
This in-person conversation with Shayan Vaghayenegar, owner of Strength Connected is packed with honesty, strategy, and empowerment for anyone feeling, let's say "less strong" after having kids.
We talk about how to reset your expectations (and your ego), find a realistic rhythm with workouts, and truly get strong—not just to look good naked, but to feel capable in every part of your life.
In this episode:
The power of rebuilding from the ground up after parenthood
Why your 20-something fitness mentality doesn’t serve you now
What personalized fitness actually means—and how it’s different from personal training
How stress, sleep, and identity shifts impact your body
The mindset shifts that help you build strength without burnout
About Shayan
Shayan Vaghayenegar is a personal trainer and founder of Strength Connected, a North Vancouver-based gym redefining how parents and professionals approach fitness. A former athlete with a background in human kinetics and OPEX coaching, Shayan helps people build long-term strength and confidence through sustainable, personalized programs that meet you where you are.
Try Strength Connected’s Personalized Coaching Kickstarter: Sign up for $74/week
Follow Shayan on Instagram: @strengthconnected
About Andrea Barr, host of All Figured Out:
Andrea Barr is a certified career and life coach who helps ambitious parents take charge of their careers and lives with strategy, intention, and freedom. She rejects the idea that success requires sacrifice—showing parents how to create more time, flexibility, and fulfillment without burnout. Through her coaching, workshops, and podcast, All Figured Out, Andrea shares the strategies and mindset shifts parents need to design careers that fit their lives—so they can thrive at work and at home.
Connect with Andrea via Instagram here or her website here.