You’re working out side-by-side with a police officer, both of you sweating through an intense workout, yet instead of the usual tension, there’s a sense of camaraderie and respect. Sounds unusual, right?

Officer Kishon Roberts joins Jesse Wareing to discuss a game-changing initiative in Virginia Beach.

In this episode, Officer Kishon Roberts, Community Liaison Officer at Virginia Beach Police, shares his mission to strengthen bonds between law enforcement and local residents, particularly in neighborhoods with historically low trust in the police.

Through a unique initiative with Wareing’s gym, we are bringing residents and police officers together for an intense workout session, proving that shared physical challenges can break down barriers and create trusting connections.

Through the shared struggles of a tough workout, the gap between police and communities can significantly come down. Officer Roberts reflects on his role as a community liaison and how his own experiences growing up in a low-income neighborhood shape his approach to policing.

Jesse and Officer Roberts also touch on future community events and outreach programs that are in the pipeline, and plans to take over all Virginia Beach communities with this initiative

Don't miss this inspiring conversation that proves the power of community, fitness, and building trust one workout at a time! Tune in!

Key Takeaways

Intro (00:00)

Officer Roberts discusses the origins of his relationship with Wareing’s Gym (01:11)

The "sweat equality" idea and its impact on community-police relations (03:12)

The challenging workout that helped break barriers between residents and police (04:31)

The community outreach goals for the workout program (05:50)

Expanding the initiative to other neighborhoods (06:53)

Vision for changing community perceptions of law enforcement (08:04)

Officer Roberts reflects on what inspired him to become a community liaison officer (11:33)

How Officer Roberts became passionate about community service [16:42)

Take No Days Off program (21:34)

Additional Resources

Kishon Roberts: https://www.facebook.com/kishon.raines/

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In this episode, Jake Wareing sits down with Ragan Killen, a Licensed Professional Counselor and founder of VB Counseling Collective, to discuss the realities of balancing mental health, work, and life.

Ragan shares how she got into counseling, why she chose to start her own private practice during the pandemic, and the important lessons she has picked up along the way.

Jake and Ragan also explore some simple but effective practices, like gratitude journaling, and why these small habits can make a huge difference in our mental health. They also chat about the role of therapy in overall wellness and how the mental and physical health worlds should go hand in hand.

If you need some guidance on how to find balance, this episode is packed with actionable advice you won’t want to miss!

Key Takeaways

Intro (00:00)

Challenges in balancing personal and professional life (02:40)

First job experience at Virginia Beach Psych Center (05:10)

Transition from inpatient care to private practice (13:15)

Impact of being a mother on professional life (15:11)

The role of gratitude journaling and simple self-care (20:14)

Mental health and physical health integration (28:50)

Importance of therapy as part of routine healthcare (33:49)

Future plans for VB Counseling Collective (43:36)

Additional Resources

VB Counseling Collective Website

VB Counseling Collective Facebook

VB Counseling Collective Instagram

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What does it really take to build confidence as a coach? What does it really take to go from feeling like an outsider to becoming a trusted coach? This episode takes us behind the scenes with our head coach here at Wareing’s gym, Jimmy Mitchum, and Jesse Wareing.

These 2 are longtime coaches and pillars here at Wareing’s Gym and are now shaping the next generation of elite coaches through mentorship and training. As well as building a culture based on trust and effort.

They open up about their early struggles, tough lessons from mentors, and how they turned doubt into confidence.

Jesse and Jimmy dig into what it means to grow as a coach, from battling imposter syndrome to mastering the art of clear communication and creating a supportive gym family.

They also reveal the importance of quality over quantity in training and why effort matters more than volume.

Hit play and get inspired by their authentic stories and proven strategies.

Key Takeaways

Intro (00:00)

Jimmy’s start at Wareing’s Gym in 2013-2014 (01:11)

Early coaching challenges and learning on the job (02:38)

Transition from mentee to mentor role (05:53)

Learning from client feedback and mistakes (07:26)

Importance of tough love in coaching (09:24)

Biggest challenge: building coach confidence (13:02)

Embracing failure like a “Gunslinger” (14:19)

Earning client trust through education and care (17:38)

Overcoming imposter syndrome with clear standards (22:18)

Jimmy’s thoughts on the Wareing’s family (30:24)

Daily routines for Jimmy and Jesee (38:26)

Process for onboarding new clients (42:08)

Additional Resources

Connect with Jimmy: https://www.instagram.com/jimmywaynemitchum

Connect wth Jesse: https://www.instagram.com/jessewareing/

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Meet Kip Poole, founder of Yorkie's, a “modern deli” that’s flipping the script on what a restaurant can be. Kip is a culinary educator, nonprofit founder, and reality TV alum whose journey through burnout, culinary transformation, and radical community building has led to something much more than just sandwiches.

In this episode, Kip shares the origin of Yorkie's, born from his father’s advice and years of high-level culinary and educational work. We discuss how food can be a tool for healing and mentorship, the challenges of balancing purpose with personal wellness, and why slowing down can actually speed up your impact.

Kip highlighted the success of the Crop Foundation, which he started in 2012 to support culinary education and community engagement.

Upcoming plans include meal planning classes, community soccer events, and expanding Yorkie's impact here in Virginia Beach. Kip is building a cultural movement, and his story is worth a listen.

Key Takeaways

Intro (00:00)

Kip’s nonstop lifestyle and physical movement (01:04)

Introduction of Kip and the origin of Yorkie's (06:22)

Picking the Yorkie's location and naming inspiration (10:08)

HBO’s The Big Brunch experience (14:11)

Mental challenges and stress from the show (18:49)

CROP Foundation’s inception and student impact (25:05)

Food as a vehicle for community and connection (29:23)

Why meal prep is so difficult but necessary (31:57)

Hardest lesson from starting Yorkie's: slowing down (43:44)

Youth-led creativity and the power of giving space (49:12)

Additional Resources

Yorkie's Instagram – Kip’s restaurant and community space

Yorkie's Website

Kip’s Instagram

Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara – Book influential to Kip’s philosophy

CROP Foundation – Kip’s nonprofit supporting young culinary students

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Meet Abby Pawley, muralist, soccer coach, and Virginia Beach native, who has turned her passion for creativity into a thriving career.

She went from painting surfboards to covering entire buildings with vibrant murals here in Virginia Beach. She worked on the mural at the back of the gym here as well.

Abby’s journey hasn’t been a straight line. She faced rejection early on when the Art School dismissed her. This rejection stuck with her for a long time, and just like other aspects of her life, she felt she needed to prove people wrong. (She also tore her ACL 3 times and got back to sports each time!)

In this episode, we get to hear her story of resilience. How early setbacks fueled her determination, the mentor who believed in her when institutions didn’t, and how she now brings that same supportive energy to the young girls she coaches.

We also talk about the mental health side of creativity, the business realities of being an artist, and the power of vulnerability in fostering community.

Abby’s fearless leap into art is an inspirational story that shows the power of following our dreams. Tune in now and see what it takes to turn passion into purpose.

Key Takeaways

Intro (00:00)

Abby’s early surfboard designs (01:01)

The decision to quit her job and pursue art full-time (04:37)

Getting rejected by the Art Academy (05:16)

The story of Abby’s mentor (08:12)

The emotional impact of seeing her murals around town (09:23)

Comparison of artists and athletes in overcoming rejection (11:59)

Doing art with her mum as her support system (15:26)

Moving to California and finding work (18:33)

Inspiring others through social media (26:18)

Put something out to the world (29:38)

Managing anxiety and emotional stamina through exercise (30:27)

Additional Resources

Connect with Abby Pawley

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pawleyprints/?hl=en

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pawleyprints

Website: https://pawleyprints.com/

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Life sometimes throws the most unexpected curveballs. One day, you are chasing your dreams as a pro baseball player, and the next, you are learning how to rebuild your life.

From his days playing in the minor leagues to making it to the big leagues with the St. Louis Cardinals, Brock Paterson’s journey was anything but easy.

Born and raised in Washington State, Brock was drafted out of high school by the Minnesota Twins and played fourteen years of professional baseball with multiple clubs. Just when he thought it might be time to hang up his cleats for good, a call from the Cardinals changed everything.

But that wasn’t the biggest twist in his story. Following his baseball career, Brock settled in Virginia Beach and focused on his next goal: college. True to form, Brock earned his Bachelor's in Finance from Old Dominion University in less than 3 years, all while continuing to share his passion for baseball with the community.

Brock was enjoying a day on the water with friends when he sustained a spinal cord injury in a diving accident that left him paralyzed.

In this episode, we talked about our interest in WWE and the upcoming Wrestlemania! We also talked about his journey, his time training and working here at Wareing’s gym, the ups and downs, and how fitness has kept him hopeful.

Key Takeaways

Intro (00:00)

Brock Peterson’s journey and wrestling interests (01:03)

Peterson’s early life and baseball career (05:02)

Transition to real estate (19:41)

Life-changing injury that left him paralyzed (21:16)

Emotional stamina to face life difficulties (24:37)

Adaptive athletics and community support (26:09)

Advice for people going through challenging times (36:19)

Wrestling’s influence on his mindset (38:12)

Reflections on perseverance and hope (45:36)

Additional Resources

Brock Peterson’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterson9987/

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What do a gym, pro wrestling, and filmmaking have in common? For Jack Wareing, they’re all part of his incredible 25-year journey that began in the world of fitness and led to the silver screen.

Jack was one of the four brothers who got into the Wareing’s gym business in 1978.

Known for his dedication and passion, Jack’s journey from training in the gym to making films shows just how persistence can pay off, even in the most unexpected of careers.

In this episode, Jack dives deep into the evolution of Wareing’s Gym, sharing how they built a strong community focused on fitness, dedication, and individualized training.

Jack’s roots at Wareing's gym and Virginia Beach run deep, but his filmmaking career has earned him worldwide recognition at several prestigious film festivals. This has cemented his role as a filmmaker and storyteller.

Jack also updates us about his latest projects, including upcoming appearances at film festivals in Norway and New York, and the exciting connections he has made in the film industry.

Tune in to hear more from the legend himself!

Key Takeaways

Intro (00:00)

Jack Wareing's career (00:59)

First film experience: "The Pact" (04:04)

Transition from pro wrestling to acting (06:28)

Persistence in the face of doubt (19:44)

Challenges and successes in film (25:08)

Building Wareing’s gym and its philosophy (29:46)

Wareing’s gym mission statement by Jack Wareing (40:06)

Upcoming film festivals (43:09)

Additional Resources

Jack Wareing Films: https://www.youtube.com/@JackWareingFilms

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Where The Beach Gets Fit is a podcast with a mission to entertain, inspire, and educate our community on everything fitness to help you crush all your goals and reach your peak.

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Kyle Carpenter is joining the Wareing’s Gym crew and bringing with him a deep well of experience from a life devoted to movement.

From his early days growing up in a gym with his bodybuilder father to coaching handstands and calisthenics, Kyle shares how training has evolved for him to become a tool for checking in with his life from a mental, physical, and emotional point of view.

From bodybuilding to yoga, Kyle has learned that consistency in training isn’t just about reps and sets; it's about creating a frame of reference for self-awareness and nervous system regulation.

With years of expertise in bodybuilding, calisthenics, and yoga, he will now channel those into building a stronger fitness community here in Virginia Beach.

🎧 Tune in and get to know Kyle.

Key Takeaways

Intro (00:00)

Kyle’s move from San Diego to Virginia Beach (01:17)

On leaving familiarity and finding expansion (02:31)

Presence as a learned skill in a digital world (04:49)

Kyle’s lifelong journey with fitness (06:33)

Building fitness around community (10:19)

Kyle’s personal training structure (13:37)

Using workouts as a check-in for nervous system health (15:08)

Importance of sleep (21:26)

Kyle’s experience as a new member of the Wareing’s Gym crew (22:20)

Wareing’s Gym is a gold standard for consistency (27:11)

On competition vs collaboration in the fitness community (29:02)

Additional Resources

Kyle Carpenter: https://www.instagram.com/kc_moves/

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Where The Beach Gets Fit is a podcast with a mission to entertain, inspire, and educate our community on everything fitness to help you crush all your goals and reach your peak.

Be sure to follow us wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss a new episode.