September 2, 2025
Maximize Fitness with Minimal Time | Jake Schum, Ex-NFL Player & Elite Coach
Stronger WeeklyAbout this episode
Most busy people want to be fit, strong, and healthy—but who has hours to spend in the gym? Jake Schum, former NFL player and elite performance coach, joins Running Free to share how you can maximize fitness with minimal time. Now a dedicated dad himself, Jake has built a blueprint for training that balances strength, mobility, nutrition, and recovery—all designed for real life. We cover: How to structure efficient training sessions that actually deliver results The role of mobility and advanced movements in building a resilient body Nutrition strategies that are simple, sustainable, and family-friendly The best supplements and recovery tools for busy adults Lifestyle and habit hacks to manage stress, sleep, and energy This episode is practical, tactical, and packed with tools you can use immediately—whether your goal is losing 20 pounds, getting stronger, or simply staying in the game for your family. Learn more about Jake Schum: Gridiron Gateway Training Follow Jake on Instagram RUNNING FREE RESOURCES - Visit our website here . - Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4at8Yhn - Spotify Podcasts: https://spoti.fi/3GAGVPJ - YouTube Channel: Running Free Podcast - YouTube - Subscribe to our newsletter here . SPONSORS - Take control of your drinking with medication-assisted treatment from Oar Health: https://bit.ly/OarStrength - Boost your performance and recovery with Momentous Supplements—get 20% off with code "STRENGTH": https://livemomentous.com EPISODES YOU MIGHT ENJOY - Can You Drink Your Way Sober? | Katie Herzog, Author - - Marriage Goals, Top Lifts, Marky Mark Mornings, GRIT, & Raising Tough Kids | Ask Us Anything Vol. 3 - The Fear of Death: Why It Might Be Driving Your Anxiety ______________________________________________ Build Fitness for the Long Haul. Running Free helps you train smarter, live better, and build lasting strength in body and mind. Hosted by USMC veteran, health coach, and fitness nerd Jesse Carrajat, the show blends practical fitness advice with real conversations on mental health, addiction, nutrition, and the habits that build us up or break us down. Guests include world-class coaches, scientists, authors, athletes, and everyday people proving what’s possible. Build the body, mindset, and lifestyle to perform for life — because the goal isn’t just to live long, it’s to live strong and FREE.