Join hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones as they dive into a powerful conversation with Coach Jerry Francois, founder and heartbeat of the Goldfinger Track Club (GFTC)

Coach J isn’t just building records; he’s building movements—turning therapy into miles, and miles into activism.

In this episode, Coach J opens up about:

• Launching GFTC in 2016 to uplift runners of all paces and backgrounds under the mantra "Diverse, but never divided."
• His mission behind Black Miles Matter, a running movement sparked by the murder of Ahmaud Arbery, and why every mile taken by Black and Brown runners holds profound significance
• Organizing the 5th Annual Juneteenth Black Miles Matter Run, hosted at Crown High in NYC: a celebration of history, community, and solidarity where everyone—walker, jogger, or runner—is welcome.
• Using running as collective therapy: how GFTC’s safe, supportive space helped many navigate grief, anxiety, and social injustice
• Coach J’s journey—from channeling grief at age 17 into finding purpose, to completing marathons like Boston and aiming for a 2:50 debut at
• His roles beyond coaching: balancing fatherhood, leading youth fitness programs, and serving as Creative Director for PYNRS, the only Black-owned US running apparel brand

Tune in to hear how one man turned his stride into a movement, community, culture, and courage, one mile at a time.

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Produced in association with Bryant Perkins of "Eye Did-Dat Productions"
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Peace and much love to y'all out there until next time, we'll see you soon!

This week, Tony Vidal and KR Jones sit down with East Atlanta’s own Sérgio Santos—a multi-hyphenate creative, sneaker connoisseur, gamer, and founding force behind Brooklyn’s Recess Run Club. Whether he’s behind the camera shooting legends from Future to Bad Bunny or leading the charge with New Balance for the Puerto Rican Day Parade Run, Sergio is always in motion.

In this episode, we talk about:

• 🏃‍♂️ The cultural power of running and how Sergio’s pivot into wellness began after the loss of a close friend, starting with Atlanta’s Movers & Pacers Run Club
• 🇵🇷 Why this year’s Puerto Rican Day Parade run is deeper than sneakers—it’s about pride, community, and representation
• 💡 The realities of being a creative in the industry — from “net 30, 60, 90” to hearing the universe scream at you when it's time to pivot
• 🎮 How Sergio's passion for gaming and music collided in the world of soundtracks and sneaker retail, and why “blerds” need more spaces to unite
• 🧠 Lessons from the field: Don’t stress out over a strike out — whether you’re swinging in baseball or life, the real game is staying in it

We also get into the importance of a good partner, earning your kicks through the run, and why the next collab might be closer than you think.

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Tony - @atrainercalledtony
Kyle - @krjones_ and his organic thug line at undnyc

Produced in association with Bryant Perkins of "Eye Did-Dat Productions"
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In this episode of Off the Strength, hosts Tony Vidal and KR Jones sit down once again with Thai Richards, founder of Rage & Release, to discuss his recent completion of the London Marathon🏃🏾‍♂️🇬🇧

But wait, there's more!!!!

🌍 The transformative power of travel for young Black men
🌿 Navigating the evolving cannabis landscape
🔥 Creating impactful wellness events
🤝 Building and leading communities at home and abroad

Tune in as they explore the importance of creating meaningful events, the role of manifestation in personal growth, and the evolving landscape of cannabis culture.

Thai emphasizes the significance of fostering curiosity, leading the next generation, and building Black communities abroad.

If you want some Good Highdeas, Some Bad Highdeas, all along with your weekly navigation of the function and dysfunction found in the wellness industry, you've come to the right place!🗺️

Tune in to hear how Thai Richards is honoring his gift and inspiring others to do the same.

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Show - @offthestrength_
Tony - @atrainercalledtony
Kyle - @krjones_ and his organic thug line at undnyc

Produced in association with Bryant Perkins of "Eye Did-Dat Productions"
IG page @b_write_there

Peace and much love to y'all out there until next time, we'll see you soon!