Coach JK McLeod

09/03/2025

GLP-1s are a big convo in the fitness industry.
I have some trusted coaches in my network that are hosting a webinar/roundtable discussion about how they fit into the “sustainable weight loss” conversation.

A clear plan to lose weight and keep it off - whether you use medication or not.

08/23/2025

Help Me Understand, Ep. 242

In this freestyle episode, Coach JK pulls back the curtain on some of the life experiences that have shaped his coaching philosophy.

From early struggles stepping into the gym as a father and husband, to lessons learned working in retail fashion, JK shares the backstory behind why his approach to training and nutrition is firmly lifestyle-centric.

This episode connects the dots between personal history and coaching style...why JK believes fitness should fit your life (not the other way around), and how experiences outside the gym can influence how we build confidence, habits, and long-term success.

Perspective notes:
-Why JK’s coaching philosophy is rooted in helping adults with responsibilities, not “perfect schedules.”

-How his "late" start in fitness impacts the way he programs and relates to clients.

-Lessons from retail fashion that translate into fitness: the problem isn’t always you, sometimes it’s the “template” you’re trying to fit into.

-Why early wins and a tailored approach build confidence that lasts.

In this freestyle episode, Coach JK pulls back the curtain on some of the life experiences that have shaped his coaching philosophy. From early struggles ste...

08/19/2025

Looking for personal training that’s focused, efficient, and tailored to you?

Personal Training at Power & Fitness (Bloomington, IL)

Sessions are 50 minutes and include:
• A workout individualized to your goals (strength, muscle, mobility, athletic performance)
• A session summary emailed within 48 hours (weights used, coaching notes, action steps)
• Access to dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells, leg press, and cable machines
• A clean, supportive environment to refine your form and push safely

With 10+ years of professional training experience, I keep things intentional and simple...no gimmicks, just proven methods to get stronger, move better, and feel more confident.

Don't get it twisted though. Simple doesn't mean it'll be easy.

Whether you mostly train at home and want in-person guidance, need heavier weights, or just want a fresh push without a long-term contract, there's an option available for you.

Training options:
• 1-on-1: $75 per session (same-day cancellation: $35 fee)
• Semi-private (2 people): $60 per person ($120 total)
• Semi-private (3 people): $50 per person ($150 total)

📅 Book your session: https://calendar.app.google/5ZdmKNeMjHNbCWqL7
📱 Text: 309-826-5596
📧 Email: [email protected]
📷 IG: Coach JK McLeod

08/18/2025

A lot of people work hard in the gym, but don’t always feel and see the profess they want.

The difference doesn’t usually come from more work…it comes from having a clear and intention plan.

That means:
👟Trainjng that matches your goals
🍽️ Nutrition habits you can actually stick with
🛌 Recovery that supports your progress

When those pieces are aligned, hard work turns into results.

This is exactly what I help you with as a fitness advisor and personal trainer.

If you want to see what a roadmap would look like for you, my DMs are open ✌🏾

08/11/2025

The day I started taking ownership over my actions was the day everything started to change.

Making the decision to no longer ruminate on my problems, and start taking one step towards doing something to better my fitness…was uncomfortable.

I had convinced myself that I was “too late” (I started working out for the first time ever in my 30s…now 46-year-old me is looking back shaking my head)

I had bought into the belief that a kid who suffered from severe asthma his whole life…sometimes carrying multiple inhalers on him…couldn’t “get fit”

I made decisions that invested in those broken and negative beliefs.

The day I decided to just try SOMETHING…regardless of my circumstances and my environment…all of a sudden those beliefs started to shift.

It took me MONTHS to get consistent in the gym.

It took me MONTHS to scratch the surface of consistency with my nutrition.

It’s taken me YEARS to get some consistency with my sleep.

The key was that I stopped letting my environment and my circumstances dictate my decisions.

So when I tell you “I get it”...I mean it.

Wherever you are, whatever you’re working with…you’re never at zero.

You can take one step. You can plan 1 meal. You can do 1 workout. You can put your phone away and go to bed.

Or you can blame external things, and keep rolling where you’re at.

If you’d like to be among a community of people that support the journey of owning your foundational fitness habits…join us in the free Fitness Foundations Community.

Just DM me with your email, or comment HABITS below.

I’ll see you there ✌🏾

08/08/2025

Habits are easier to build when you’re not doing it alone.

Inside the free Fitness Foundations Community, we use daily prompts like these to help each other stay consistent, reflect on our progress, and keep moving forward…together.

Each day has a purpose:
Sundays –
Mondays –
Tuesdays –
Wednesdays –
Thursdays –
Fridays –
Saturdays –

Whether you’re celebrating a win or learning from a setback, having a place to check in and a supportive group to share it with makes a huge difference in building habits that last.

Want in?

🗣️Comment HABITS
or
📩 DM me the word HABITS

See you in the community ✌🏾

08/08/2025

📣 Early heads up: If you’re in the Bloomington-Normal area, I’ll be opening up in person training spots soon 👀

08/06/2025

Cardio doesn’t need to be complicated.

Swipe through to get my perspective on the most common points of frustration I hear when it comes to cardio.

For a long form breakdown on this topic, go to the Help Me Understand podcast, Episode 238: Cardio, simplified: Understanding intensity, fat loss, and heart health.

🎙️Help Me Understand is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts. Spotify, and most major podcasting platforms.

07/22/2025

Inspired by real life convos with real people…

Before you tweak the plan or crowdsource advice, make sure you actually know what phase you’re in.

Swipe through the convo and save this post to reference when you’re feeling stuck.

Side note: The items mentioned (tracking food, lifting x times/week, 10K steps, etc) are used as examples. They’re not to be taken as recommendations specific to you and your goals.

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