Movement, Mindset, and the Power to Start Again | Jodi Barrett

Jodi Barrett is a kettlebell coach, author, and founder of Kettlebell Kickboxing Canada, known for her empowering approach to strength and mindset. After facing personal and professional challenges, Jodi rebuilt her identity through fitness — turning pain into power and launching a movement that helps others rediscover their own strength.

Today, she joins Tom Swales on Staying Relevant to share how she turned movement into medicine, confidence into a calling, and kettlebells into a global brand.

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Jodi reveals:

▫️ How kettlebell training can transform both body and mind

▫️ Why true strength starts with self-belief and consistency

▫️ The mindset shifts that help you overcome fear and failure

▫️ How to build a purpose-driven business rooted in authenticity

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⏱ Timestamps:

00:00 — Intro: Tom on staying relevant through resilience

03:42 — Jodi’s story: rediscovering strength and purpose

10:18 — Movement as medicine: the power of the kettlebell

17:55 — Mindset over muscle: conquering fear and self-doubt

24:30 — Building a brand that empowers others

32:10 — Balancing business, wellness, and staying authentic

40:45 — Rapid-fire reflections + Jodi’s final message

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Follow Jodi Barrett

📸Instagram – @kbstronger_

🌐Website – kettlebellkickboxing.com

🔴YouTube – @kbstronger

🔗LinkedIn – Jodi Barrett

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Resources Mentioned

💪 Kettlebell Kickboxing Training Programs

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