On this episode of The Normal Dude Podcast, I sit down with Josh Bruning, owner of Total Tissue & Fitness, a business that takes a comprehensive approach to recovery and training. Josh’s journey is one of resilience, learning through experience, and creating a business that truly helps people. Here’s what we dive into:

🏋️ Finding His Niche: From personal trainer to online coach to entrepreneur, how Josh carved out his own path in the fitness industry.
📚 Experience Over Textbooks: Why hands-on, practical learning often surpasses book knowledge in fitness and recovery.
🍃 The Power of a Growth Mindset: How his journey of overcoming alcoholism (now 8 years sober!) has shaped his approach to business and life.
🔄 Adaptable Capacity: A concept that has helped him navigate challenges, pivot when needed, and fuel his success.
💡 Advice for Aspiring Trainers & Coaches: What it really takes to build a career in fitness and stand out in the industry.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parenting & Personal Upbringing: How his parents’ influence has shaped how he raises his own kids.
🏢 The Future of Total Tissue & Fitness: Plans to expand into a commercial space, offering contract therapy, group fitness, personal training, and recovery all under one roof.
💡 Knowledge Nugget: Identify what you’re good at, lean into it, and surround yourself with mentors, equals, and people you are mentoring.

This episode is packed with deep insights, personal stories, and practical takeaways—whether you're in fitness, business, or just looking for inspiration, this one’s for you.

📅 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or wherever you listen to podcast!