Lifestyle As Medicine: Recent Episodes
Lifestyle As Medicine
The Lifestyle as Medicine podcast is where motivated individuals come to discover how to take control of their lives and their futures. Host Michael Ricchio interviews experts from all corners of health, wellness, fitness, sport, and psychology to bring you the information you need to change your habits, live your best life and decrease your risk of preventable diseases and injuries. You won’t only hear from the experts, you’ll also hear from you neighbors. The people who are going through the same struggles as you. Learn from those who have found a way! If you want to achieve your goals, improve your health, have more energy, be in a better mood and feel better physically, you are in the right place!
In today’s episode I quickly cover the concept of New Year Resolutions, the typical pitfalls, and. how increase the odds of having the year you are envisioning, while simultaneously simplifying and decreasing the stress of it. We will cover:
- Why is this time of year a powerful tool?
- What are the biggest mistakes people make when implementing their plans (or lack of).
- How can you simplify the approach with a handful of specific and easy preparatory tasks?
As always I hope this helps! Please follow along at @coach_mikericcs on Instagram for more information. Let’s have the year you deserve!
This is the first of a new general series that I am calling the ‘Dramatic Fitness Industry’. In these episodes we will walk through various topics that social media tends to over-complicate, to the point there is no longer benefit. We will take these usually beneficial topics and bring simplicity back, so you can learn how to really help yourself. In todays episode we discuss the idea of Morning Routines, and what actually must be involved for them to be successful. And, by successful, what I mean is a morning routine that leads to high energy, a good mood, and better decisions the rest of the day. Listen in and I hope this helps!
In this episode I dig into the topic of detoxification. Detoxing, as an industry, is projected to reach a valuation of $88 BILLION dollars by 2033. That’s right, a near 100 billion dollar industry. And here is the ironic part: we are spending unfathomable amounts of money on a system that is near free. The actual cost? Groceries. That’s it. So what is the detox system? How does it actually work? Why have certain myths come about, and what can we do to avoid continuing to waste our time and money doing what the body already does so well. You will leave this episode with some very clear strategies on what to do to detoxify your system in the only way that actually helps with decreased risk of disease, feeling better daily, and possibly even losing weight.
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The term “athlete” has traditionally been reserved for those competing in traditional sports, and at younger ages. However, training athletically is something that benefits all of us, and goes beyond sports performance. You will hear today why it is crucial for your brain health, executive function and longevity to keep specific types of athletic exercises in your routines.
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This has been a passion topic of mine for as long as I’ve been a trainer. And it stems from the disconnect between what we are hoping to achieve and what we read on the internet will get us there. The goal of this episode is to provide some clarity for you. Clarity of why you aren’t achieving the outcomes you hope. Clarity of the specific changes you need to make. And clarity of how to decrease your frustrations with nutrition. We will cover:
- The actual difference between fat loss and weight loss
- How feeling more energetic ties into each.
- The 8 categories of nutrition (we all fall into one).
- A quick touch point of how your cardio efforts might be misleading.
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This week I meet with Gerard Friedman, a long time athletic trainer and Board Certified Health Coach. Gerard spent well over a decade working with high school athletes before moving to a primary focus of adults and adult heath. Gerard’s experience made for the perfect conversation surrounding the merger between youth and adults into total healthy households. We talk about family nutrition, decision making, the creation of choices (Illusion of choice, one of my new favorite terms). We also talk about visualization, and the application and benefits for both adults and athletes. This episode is perfect for parents, but all adults would find benefit.
You can find Gerard at:
His instagram
His website
Please check out Gerard, his content, and the amazing experiences he offers!
This week you will hear from David Edwards, who currently plays for the Buffalo Bills of the NFL. David is won a Super Bowl with the LA Rams, and played for the University of Wisconsin. But before all of that, David was a youth athlete who thoroughly enjoyed playing sports with his friends. David and I talk about todays youth athletes, the demands that have evolved, and what it is like to be a parent of young athletes. We talk about the difference between encouragement and creating opportunity for our kids, vs. pressuring and creating negative experience with sports and movement. David also talks about his experience going through the football levels, what he has done well, and the things he wish he knew earlier. There are so many good lessons for parents, current athletes, or any adult who is trying to make the best of their dreams and opportunities. The main message: most of us are starting in a deficit by not controlling the lifestyle habits that are at our finger tips. Listen in, rate and review, and please share with any family and friends you think might enjoy this.
You can find David at:
His Instagram
Do you have a fitness, health, or lifestyle question/topic you’d like to hear discussed on this podcast? Please send your questions to mike@marhealthandperforance.com.
This is a debate that has gone on for quite some time now. Are there good and bad foods? Is it acceptable to label any food as one or the other? Or, my bigger question, does it matter? In this solo episode (no guest, just me) I will discuss how I label foods, and how we can define and qualify our nutritional choices, including how I talk about foods with my kids. Listen in to this short episode, that can easily be finished on a short walk or car ride.
Do you have other other questions you’d like to have answered? Please email them to mike@marhealthandperformance.com.
If you aren’t already, please follow me at:
My instagram
My brick and mortar gym
This week you will hear from Justin Loudon, the 2024 NSCA National Strength Coach of the Year. Justin and I connected last year at a national conference, where he was leading a meeting for the National High School Strength Coach committee. After listening in, it was clear he was someone I wanted this audience to learn from. The topic we landed on is the important one of ‘physical literacy’, specifically in youth and high school sports, and how they relate to adulthood. The research is clear, those who are active earlier in life have a better chance of being mentally and physically healthy adults. But why? This is what Justin and I will dive deep into. This is a great episode for both adults and athletes, but with takeaways for adults without kids as well, as physical literacy is not limited to our youth. If you like this episode, please share it and review!
Where you can find Justin:
We are back! And relaunching with a highly requested topic. This week you will learn Gina Graham, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has specialized in eating disorders, body image, depression, anxiety, and women’s issues for 20 years, with a private practice located in the western suburbs of Chicago. Gina is also an Author of “Body Beautiful” (link below), and an impressively talented photographer. The episode kicks off discussing eating disorders specifically, but merges into the more typical, every day issues most of us deal with. I am blessed to work with Gina every week, and we have had so many amazing conversations, so it was a no-brainer to bring such an important one to the podcast. There is something for everyone in this episode, and I know you will learn as much as I did. Listen, Rate, and Enjoy!
Links:
Auther/book: Amazon
Website
Social Media: IG
This week we are talking with Dr. Jason Pencek. Dr. Pencek is a chiropractor and nurse practitioner. He started working in medicine as a registered nurse in 2010. He quickly realized that traditional Western medicine has failed many people. He went back to school in 2012 to study for his chiropractic doctorate. He attended National University of Health Sciences. While in school, he started training for IV therapies. The scope of practice of chiropractic medicine was too limited. He began his nurse practitioner degree at Olivet Nazarene while still attending National University of Health Sciences. He has been trained in dozens of therapies such as IV nutrients, IV chelation, platelet rich fibrin joint injections, bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, peptide therapies, neural therapy, ozone therapy, peri-neural therapy, stem cell therapies, and exosome therapies. He has made it his goal to improve longevity and health span in all of his patients. Today we discuss how he accomplishes this task through not only IV therapies, but through a complete health approach.
You can find Dr. Pencek at:
- His website
- His Instagram
In my 60th episode I have a great conversation with Dr. Matthew Tolstoy. What background doesn’t Dr. Tolstoy have? Matt is a licensed acupuncturist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), completing the three year training program in trauma therapy developed by Peter Levine. He is certified by the International Association of Counselors and Therapists as well as by the National Academy of Sports Medicine. In addition to his private practice, Matt has been on staff at New York City Ballet and an educator for Equinox Health Clubs. What Matt will tell you is that it is his experience as a personal trainer that led him to his current work, helping people using a multidirectional approach that includes physical and psychological modalities. In this convo we discuss those modalities and connections. This was a really fun convo and one with many takeaways. You can learn more about Dr. Tolstoy and his work at:
- His website
- His Instagram
This week the hosts of NBC’s Chicago Today Show join me to discuss the lifestyles that support their careers. I wanted to dive into the stress and pressure that come with life on camera, and what tactics each of them use to diffuse that stress. I ask Cortney and Matt about that press, their morning routines, strategies to de-stress, and how they turn it “on” when they may not be feeling at their best. As you will hear, both have their own strategies that work for them. My favorite part of the episode is the honesty we get from both of them, proving we are have all human and each have our own struggles with nutrition, exercise, work, and life in general.
You can find Cortney, Matthew, and the show at the following:
NBC Chicago Today show website
NBC Chicago Today Show IG
Cortney’s IG page
Matthew’s IG page
Check out the show Monday through Thursday at 11:45am and Fridays at 11:30am. Enjoy the episode and please rate and review!
This week we speak to Certified Mental Coach, Jason Komosa. Years after studying Psychology + Marketing while helping a small beverage company (Vitamin Water) grow into a Goliath purchased by Coca-Cola, and forgoing a Doctoral Program in Psychology at the University of Chicago to instead help launch an internet company (Groupon), Jason found himself confused, and unfulfilled. His career success grew at an exponential rate, as he was able to rapidly complete the ‘Path-To-Happiness’ checklist he superficially created as a teenager, albeit before the age of 30. He still found myself eagerly seeking more out of life. Now, Jason is using his education and experience to help others gain the habits and perspective they need to lead the life they were meant to.
You can find Jason at:
His website
His LinkedIn
Joshua Church, the Co-Founder of Edge Theory Labs, joins us to discuss the popular topic of cold exposure and cold plunges. Edge Theory Labs developed a revolutionary option for cold plunges at home, as well as a mobile option, neither needing repeated trips to the store for bags of ice. In this episode Joshua discusses why he got into this field, his passion for helping people reach their potential, and how cold exposure can be a powerful tool in your journey. You will also learn about:
- The mental and physical affects associated with cold exposure.
- How cold exposure can bulletproof you to the negative affects of stress.
- The unknown benefits you will learn along the way.
You can find Joshua and Edge at the following:
Edge Theory website
Edge Theory social media page
Interested in owning your own Edge Theory Labs Cold plunge? Click this link and use the promo code “Ricchio” for $150 off the purchase price.
Purchase an Edge Theory Labs Tub here
Enjoy the episode and don’t forget to rate and review!
Today we are talking about corporate stress. Stress management consultant Sarah Alyssa Bobo talks us through how she works with companies to create the best possible environment for their employees. What does an effective benefits package look like? How does todays work from home vs. office culture create challenges and benefits to each of us? What are the signs a company may need some changes? All of this and more is answered in a great conversation with Sarah!
You can find Sarah at the following:
Her website
Her social media
Check out Sarah and her amazing work, and don’t forget to rate and review the episode. Enjoy!
Today we are speaking with Suzanne Monroe, the Founder and CEO of the International Association of Wellness Professionals and the host of the Live Well Dream Big podcast. Suzanne and I discuss the concept of career burnout. How do you identify if you are in or nearing a stage of burnout? What strategies can and should you consider? How do you make the right change to put yourself in a better position going forward? Suzanne answers all these questions and more and todays episode. You can also find Suzanne at the following:
- Her Websitehttps://iawpwellnesscoach.com/about-us/
- Her IG
Whether you are experiencing stress in your career, have life aspirations you are not making strides towards, or know anyone else experience these, this episode is for you. Don’t forget to rate and review. Enjoy!
Today you will hear from the metabolism mentor, Austin Mcguffie. Austin and I discuss blood sugar, the affects of blood sugar on our metabolic health, and the benefits of using a continuous glucose monitor. I’ve been personally using a CGM for a few months now, and it has made an immediate impact on my food choices. Most would call me a healthy eater, and while that may be accurate as a general statement, I still learned a lot about what specifically affects my body and metabolism and in what way. These adjustments have helped me to make better decisions and only further improve my health. Austin and I discuss this, how to make good food and lifestyle choices without a CGM, and dive in to todays diet culture and tips to avoid the negative advice that is out there.
You can find Austin at:
His Instagram
His podcast
In todays episode we are talking CBD w/ Kerwell’s Bryan Christopher. Bryan helps us to understand CBD, what it is, what it is commonly used for, and the variety of types. What you will hear consistently in this episode is the need for education. Educating ourselves when looking to add a new element to our lifestyle, and also how important it is to seek how educated individuals who truly listen to your needs. You can find Kerwell at the following:
- Kerwell websitehttps://kerwellness.com/
- Kerwell IGhttps://www.instagram.com/kerwellcbd/?hl=en
In this weeks episode you will hear from Michelle Routhenstein, a registered dietician who focuses on hear heart, heart disease management, and heart disease prevention. Michelle approach to health is specific and clear. She leaves you feel like you have control over your situation and in a position to make the best possible choices for yourself. Specifically, you will hear the following:
- How often to get blood work, what tests to get, and how to communicate w/ your MD.
- How to recognize trends in all your health numbers.
- Understanding nutritions role in heart disease prevention and management.
- Childhood nutrition and building healthy habits from a young age.
- How to make changes TODAY.
You can find Michelle at the following:
Her instagram
Her website
Check out all of Michelle’ amazing content, and please rate and review the episode. Enjoy!
At too young of an age, the father of Austin and Caleb Majors was given two weeks to live, diagnosed with an aggressive brain cancer. Mr. Majors decided to take his health into his own hands, turning to major lifestyle changes in hopes he could defeat the odds. He would survive 7 years, inspiring and […]
This week you will hear from Dr. Karlie Causey, a sports chiropractor, strength and conditioning specialist, and pregnancy and postnatal athleticism coach. Dr. Karlie and I instantly clicked during our planning call when we realized how similar our philosophies are. She has an impressive approach to fitness, discomfort, and pain. Specifically, Dr. Karlie works with […]
In this episode you will hear from Dr. Carly Hudson, chiropractor, exercise therapist, masseuse, and yoga instructor. Dr. Hudson’s skillsets are as unique and interesting as her story. As a child Dr. Hudson experienced a serious illness. This illness has lead her appreciate life in a different way. More than that, she is able to […]
Physical Therapist, performance coach, movement specialist, and former NBA physical therapist Zac Cupples joins us today to discuss how he uses multiple modalities to improve both pain/tightness and also overall quality of life. Those modalities include concepts that are sometimes labeled as “rehab” exercises with other exercises typically labeled as “strength training” or gym exercises. […]
Colleen Werner is a CEO of a successful fitness company, a mother, wife, and a successful athlete. While she has held man titles, what Colleen has been consistently is a leader. In this episode you will hear my personal experience with Colleen as a leader, as well as how she found balance and resiliency throughout […]
Donna Burke of PRTCL Products shares with us how she went from athlete to gym owner to owning her own supplement company. Donna noticed some disappointing facts on her journey. While many supplements and sporting equipment was marketed for women, they were causing significant side affects. Instead of being formulated for the very specific female […]
This episode is the first of a new series where break down and over-simplify complicated topics. In honor of my new virtual program I am kicking off the series with the subject of habit change. How does it work? Why is it so difficult? This episode will also provide my 5 tips and hacks to […]
In this episode you will hear from Psychology Today Expert writer and Author of 9 books Carrie Knowles. Carrie was asked by family to tell the story of them and her late mother, who was diagnosed of Alzheimer’s Disease years prior. Carrie’s latest book is a collection of her personal story as a caretaker, years […]
Mental health is a serious issue for all, but an especially under appreciated topic for men. Israel Smith is changing that. After struggling through his own issues with depression, stress, and eventually the loss of his father, Israel is now helping many live healthier, happier lives. Check out Israel at the following: His instagram then […]
Gina is a mother of 3, wife, aunt, and has a full time career. Her 40th birthday became a motivation for her to start making some changes. 3 years later a simple internet program would eventually lead to a life transformation. Gina tells us her struggles, ones that we can all relate to, and how […]
Today we discuss the parallels between financial and physical health with David Chudyk of Parallel Financial and the Weekly Wealth Podcast. Who has not experienced financial stress? For many this is a significant daily struggle and certainly takes a toll on our physical health, immune systems, and mood. David talks us through the similarities between […]
Happy Thanksgiving! In this very fitting episode you will hear the amazing story of Crystal Harrell. Soon to be PhD from Yale, and that might not be the most impressive part of her resume. Crystal once shared low income housing with 9 siblings, then lost her father at the age of 13. Now, Crystal is […]
Today I speak about the societal perspectives regarding healthy eating and what it means to live a healthy lifestyle. Are dieting and healthy eating synonymous? Why have we focused our lifestyle decisions solely around weight loss and our appearance? Are we self aware? You will leave this episode with a lot to consider. Please let […]
In this episode you will hear the incredible story of Jimmy Choi. Jimmy was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s disease at 27 years old. Today he walks us through his path from acceptance of his diagnosis, to his motivation to never let it be a limitation for him. Since then, Jimmy has participated in 5 […]
What is the trainers role when it comes to working with people experiencing chronic pain? While treating and diagnosing pain is assuredly the role of the rehabilitation professional, it is an equal necessity for qualified trainers to be able to help people in chronic pain workout safely, continue seeing results in the areas possible, and […]
In this episode you will hear from Chris Conley: business owner, entrepreneur, husband, father, and, particularly for this episode, a mast of Self-Sufficiency. I’ve known Chris and his wife, Cira, for many years now. They are the ultimate DIY’ers. Cooking, gardening, composting, building furniture, starting businesses, making kombucha. You name it, they do it. What […]
In today’s episode, Vilma and I talk about the importance of understanding your body, it’s cues, and the affects of our choices. Our bodies are fantastic messengers, if only we have the ability to listen. Vilma will talk you through the importance of giving your body what needs, whether that be time, experiences, or a […]
Tony Stubbs is a former professional football player who learned during his younger years just how important movement and nutrition were to his health. While on the outside Tony looked like the definition of health, internally his body was giving him warning signals. Tony was diagnosed with high blood pressure, which motivated him to make […]
Today Dana Hernandez walks us through her journey from veterinarian to self-defense specialist. She opens up about why she made the career change and all the emotions and challenges that accompanied it. Dana is now doing amazing work, helping women around the world develop the confidence, awareness, and self-defense tactics they need to stay safe. […]
In this episode you will hear from Justin Grinnell, gym owner and personal trainer. Justin owns a successful gym in Michigan. Today you’ll hear him talk about how he started his business, how he adjusted during the pandemic, and his thoughts on people and their health. Justin has been a significant influence on myself and […]
In this episode you will hear from Conor Harris. Conor is an expert in human movement. He has trained countless amounts of clients and athletes to move better, and in doing so feel better. Conor has built a highly successful business not only training clients, but also educating fellow trainers on how to do the […]
In this episode you will hear from Trevor Costello, youth strength and conditioning coach. Trevor tells his story of being a talented youth athlete who also struggled with addiction. He will guide us through his struggles and his path to sobriety. Trevor is now doing amazing work with youth athletes in Texas. He not only […]
In this episode you will hear from registered dietician Brittany Wehrle. Brittany primarily works with the athletic population, but has experience working with all ages and backgrounds. We explore the concept of ‘relative energy deficiency’. Essentially, are you properly fueling yourself for your needs? Both athletes and general adult populations struggle with balancing their food […]
In this weeks episode I briefly discuss my thoughts on Tom Brady and what has attributed to his success. I believe you can narrow down success to three key elements. Not just for Tom Brady, but for all of us. After you listen, give it some thought. How would you describe yourself amongst the three […]
In today’s episode you will hear from Radiation Oncologist Dr. Colin Champ. Dr. Champ is a former MIT graduate, currently practicing at Duke University. You will hear us discuss his research regarding cancer, and lifestyles role in both treatment and prevention. You will also hear: Dr. Champ’s views on the keto diet and intermittent fasting. […]
In this episode you will hear from Jennifer Anderson, a registered dietician who specializes in child nutrition and eating habits. I have been a big fan of Jennifer’s content for a long time now. Her tactics have made a significant impact on how I approach feeding my children. I now have healthier eaters with less […]
Today you will hear from trainer, coach, and mom Lori Verta. Lori is a former colleague of mine (and still a colleague, though from long distance). Since leaving our former place of employment each of us have done a lot of maturing and soul searching. Todays episode is about just that, finding your true self […]
Today you will hear from Endocrinologist and Diabetes specialist Dr. Arti Thangudu. Listen in as we discuss diabetes and treatments, as well preventative lifestyle methods. You will also hear her stance on common dietary fads, including fasting, multiple small meals, and food timing.
In this episode you will hear from Doctor of Physical Therapy Dan Houglum. Dr. Houglum works with adults and athletes of all backgrounds, helping them to decrease pain, bounce back from injury, and most importantly, move better. Dr. Houglum utilizes PRI (Postural Restoration Institute) techniques in his practice, and today you will learn all about […]
Todays episode is the last of 2020! I will be ending the first season with a solo episode discussing the importance of owning your schedule. Are you on the boat or in the waves? Identify your starting points and listen in to my step by step process for starting and following a calendar. In this […]
In this episode you will hear from physical therapist and Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Kayla Fujimoto Epperson. Kayla, a former collegiate Tennis player, experienced her own serious injuries throughout her career. Her early experience in the realm peaked her interest in rehabilitation and working with athletes of all ages. Kayla now owns her own […]
In this episode you will hear from Lindsay Ezykowich, the former Forbes event coordinator who was educated through the highly respected Disney Business school. Lindsay is a connector of people. I was connected to Lindsay through a personal connection of ours and since then have met some amazing people through her. Recently, Lindsay lost her […]
In this episode you’ll hear the story of Ryan Chen. Ryan would experience what many would call their worst fear. During a snowboarding trip he would over-rotate and fall during a jump, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down. Listen to Ryan’s depiction of how he handled this event, and eventually rebounded to the success […]
Today I bring you the truth about “stress”. Stress is good! It is a defense mechanism, it’s how we learn, it’s how we wake up in the morning. Stress is a normal and necessary response system by the human body Stress is great, until it isn’t. Until we experience chronic stress, and use negative coping […]
Today I sit with Author Andrew Kap to discuss his book, “The Last Law of Attraction Book You’ll Ever Need to Read”, and the powerful content within it. In this book Andrew defines the Law of Attraction and walks us through the path towards actionable results. Whether you are familiar with the concept or not, […]
This episode we change things up a bit and take the opportunity to team up with friend, comedian, and fellow podcast host, Joe Kilgallon. Joe is a fantastic comedian, a father to two boys and a husband. He has an appreciation for his health, habits, and how they attribute to his success. I really enjoyed […]
In this episode you will learn from Beverley Simpson. Mom, entrepreneur, marketing guru and former fitness manager. Beverley talks through her journey of being a mom and leaving a comfortable job to chase her dream and a better situation for her children. You will hear: What motivated Beverley to leave her job and start her […]
Today we are honored to hear Kent Yoshimura talk through energy, caffeine and brain function. Kent’s background is in cognitive neuroscience and he is the co-founder of Neuro gum and mints (a product I sincerely love and use myself. You may have seen Kent and his co-founder Ryan on Shark Tank and the Forbes 30 […]
Today you hear from your host! Learn the history, purpose and goals of the Lifestyle as Medicine podcast. I talk you through my history and the events that lead up to the launch of this podcast. You will hear: How the death of my father has impacted my life and career. Statistics on the worlds […]
In this episode you will hear from exercise specialist Doctor Michelle Boland. Michelle is the owner of Michelle Boland Training and her experience includes Division 1 athletes and general population and has been heard speaking across the country for the top fitness and health organizations. Currently she is working with both virtual and in person […]
Today we learn from DPT Franco Calabrese. Franco works for React Physical Therapy in downtown Chicago and I’m fortunate to have him as a direct referral for my athletes and clients. Franco graduated from the University of Michigan, originally starting out as a bonds trader before finding his passion in helping people increase their quality […]
Today you will hear the incredible story of Stephanie Arnold, a former TV producer who died for 37 seconds after giving birth to her child. Stephanie sensed something was wrong very early in her pregnancy, and it was her intuition that would save her life. Listen to Stephanie’s story and how fitness played a crucial […]
This week you will hear from an athletic power couple and two of the hardest working and most intelligent people I’ve been honored to work with. Katie Hoff and Todd Anderson discuss their time in professional sports and how they’ve made tough transitions into the next stages of their lives. You’ll also hear Katie’s experience […]
In this episode you will hear from Josh Hale, President and CEO of Big Shoulders Fund. Big Shoulders fund is a charity group that works with 76 inner city Catholic Schools in the Chicago-land area. The fund provides everything from scholarships and mentorships to organizing volunteer groups inside the schools and aiding in enrollment. The […]
In this episode you will hear from a mentor of mine, Dr. Stacey Ruholl. Dr. Ruholl is a professor in the department of Exercise science, sport and recreation at Eastern Illinois university, as well as the director of the Adult Fitness program which works directly with the surrounding community. In this episode you will hear […]
In this episode you will hear for Kevin Carr, owner of Movement as Medicine and general manager of Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning in Boston, MA. Kevin is an exercise specialist, massage therapist and national fitness seminar speaker. Listen in as Kevin and I discuss the process of exercise, the relationship between massage and fitness […]
Today you hear from David Harris, former Vice President of Health and Human Performance with Equinox Fitness clubs and currently doing great work with Simon Sinek. David has been a pivotal piece to the fitness industry, and specifically to myself as a fitness professional. He has helped to grow the role of a fitness pro, […]
Today I sit down with Ayinde Avery, former professional basketball player turned body builder. Avery is from Chicago, playing college ball right here at DePaul University. His current mission is to earn his pro car in body building. No small feat while standing at 6’9! In this episode you will hear: Ayinde’s experience in professional […]
Guest: Dr. Grant Garrigues Today I sit down with Dr. Grant Garrigues, orthopedic surgeon, Harvard, MIT and Duke graduate, and co-physician for the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Bulls. In this episode you will hear: Stretching and strengthening to decrease risk of injuries. Why you need to schedule your free time. How to ensure you […]
Ryan Gambin Title: Health and habits with an Olympian: Ryan Gambin Guest: Ryan Gambin Todays episode I sit with friend and long distance colleague Ryan Gambin. Ryan is a former olympic athlete who competed in the 2008 games. Today Ryan lives in Australia, training combat athletes, pushing forward as an entrepreneur and keeping fatherhood as […]
Today I interview Kyle Dobbs, strength coach, father, owner of Compound Performance. Kyle discusses how his personal experiences have shaped his priorities, his mindset on goals and habits, and how being a fitness professional has impacted him as a parent. In this episode you will hear: The importance of working to live vs. living to […]
