A science-based health podcast
Action 30 is an “edutainment” podcast showing how to use science to to boost health and appearance while fighting disease and injury, using nostalgic music and “humor” to inspire listeners. Recommendations are based on Colin’s opinions and those of his guests, who are licensed medical professionals and leaders in their field.
Action 30 is 100% based on research, science and clinical experience. Sponsors and advertisers have no influence on content.

Colin Hoobler PT, DPT, MS
Creator & host
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Boston University
- Master of Physical Therapy (MPT), Hahnemann University
- Master of Science (MS), University of Oregon
- Bachelor of Science (BS), Oregon State University
- Founder, Inventor & CEO, S3 Balance, LLC
- Health writer, Oregonian
- Former CEO, c.h. Physical Therapy & Training (‘02 – ‘18)
- Creator & host, “The Fitness Show” on PBS (’08 – ’12)
- Guest faculty, Oregon Health & Sciences University School of Medicine (’07 – ’10)
- Guest faculty, Pacific University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (’06 – ’07)
- Guest faculty, George Fox University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (’08, ’09)
- Finalist, drug-free nationals in NYC (‘96, ‘97)
- Champion, drug-free Ironman (‘95)
- Champion, collegiate Mr. Oregon (‘93)
- Author, “Advanced Training Specialist” textbook, Premier Press (2007), 240 pp.
- Author, “Lose the Wait”, Premier Press (2007), 120 pp.
- Personal trainer (1990 – present)