Redefining Gym Culture, Strength, and Inclusion — with Paul Hynes

Is gym culture helping people feel strong or pushing them away?

In this episode, I’m joined by Paul Hynes, coach and community-builder,  to unpack how fitness spaces can shift from intimidating to empowering, especially for women, youth, and newcomers.

We talk about:

• What makes someone feel like they don’t belong in a gym
• The rise of women in strength sports
• How powerlifting builds more than muscle
• The impact of the pandemic on young girls in sport
• What gym owners, coaches, and community members can do to create safe, inclusive spaces

This episode was recorded in 2022, but the message is just as urgent today.

If you care about lifting, leadership, or creating spaces where people actually belong — this one’s for you.

🔗 Connect with Paul:
Instagram → https://instagram.com/paul.hynes
Website → https://hynesperformance.ca

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