Incite Change: Recent Episodes
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Incite Change podcast hosted by Coach Mauro and brought to you by Incite Coaching is a collection of Motivational Messages, Education, Inspiration and Coaching. Consisting of organic conversations between coaches, health industry practitioners, and successful clients. Real People, Real Stories, Real Inspiration.
Today, with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Paul Brighton, who is publicly known to many as Sifu Boggie.
Sifu is a Qigong Empowerment Coach who has spent the last 40 years studying the Daoist Skills of the Barefoot Doctor, the DragonDog Shaman, and Cloud Whisperers, as well as all forms of Daoist Practices, Energy Healing, Daoist Philosophy, Life Coaching, and more.
His mission is to help people heal themselves and release decades of chronic pain, fatigue, stress, and anxiety while showing them how to tap into unlimited energy and ensure they never burn out. I have also used these same techniques to help healers, lightworkers, and coaches stay supercharged and never burn out.
The Mission of the Shun Dao School is Simple: Help you grow, Help you Flow, teach you to find your balance in your body, mind, and Soul, to be your own Sifu of your destiny.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:05] The Day-to-Day of Sifu
● [07:59] Seeing the Bigger Picture
● [14:06] Modern Day Daoism
● [22:17] Adaptability and Consciousness
● [29:25] The Different Forms
● [38:06] Breathing
● [45:36] Everything has an Answer
● [50:46] Everything is a Teacher
Resources Mentioned
● Online Mystery School of Qi
● YouTube: Sifu Boggie
● Instagram: sifu.boggie
Quotes
[Sifu] “Normal is the average of weird.”
[Sifu] “If you’re still going, you’re still growing.”
[Sifu] “The more you know, the more you grow.”
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Today, with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Dr. Torkil.
Dr. Torkil is a medical doctor and the bestselling author of The Camera Cure and The Pulse Cure. Early in his career, he decided to do everything in his power to get the most out of life. His passion is living life on his terms and travelling the world, where he can help people along the way.
Along his journey, he has found that there are some key factors why people become ill, which are unfortunate lifestyle choices and poor coping skills. Instead of seeking treatment after you become ill, Dr. Torkil wants you to prevent illness and increase your quality of life by taking responsibility for your own health.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:04] Who is Torkil?
● [05:15] Wearables and Lifestyle
● [11:57] Heart Rate Variability
● [22:30] Lifestyle Recovery
● [26:51] Improving HRV
● [35:50] Trust the Numbers
● [44:10] Comfort Crisis
● [50:47] The Menstrual Cycle
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: dr.torkil
● Website: The Pulse Cure
● Website: Bookstore
Quotes
[Dr. Torkil] “Take measurable steps and become the boss of your own health.”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Ravinder Taylor.
Ravinder has spent over 35 years researching and analyzing the mind and mechanics of making positive life choices. She has utilized her learning in thousands of interactions with individuals seeking guidance for breaking through blocks to success in their lives.
She is the author of Mind Training: The Science of Self-Empowerment and the co-author of over 200 personal motivation audio programs and two books, Motivational Nudges to Empower Your Life and Peripheral Perception via Subliminal Stimuli.
Many have praised Ravinder’s insights and reported great success while following her recommendations.
Listen as she shares her expertise with us.
Episode Timestamps
● [02:30] The Journey of Ravinder
● [13:50] The Science of Rewiring Your Brain
● [19:06] Why Bias Exists
● [25:34] Belief and Understanding
● [29:28] The Power of Your Mind
● [38:00] The Power of Influences
● [46:16] Mindfulness
● [53:33] Discipline
● [1:01:13] Understand your Power
Resources Mentioned
● Website: Ravinder Taylor
● Email: ravinder@ravindertaylor.com
● Instagram: ravindertaylor
● Books and More: Recommended Reading
● Book: Mind Training: The Science of Self-Empowerment
Quotes
[Ravinder] “You have more power than you think.”
[Ravinder] “Not because everyone does it means it’s normal.”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Sydney Curtin.
Sydney Curtin is a dynamic business owner and published author who has dedicated her career to advocating for justice with a focus on adoption reform. She takes us through her journey, which involves a mother who struggled with addiction and made the big decision to give her first child up for adoption.
Today, Sydney is working with Unplanned Good and focuses on advocacy in the adoption community to bring awareness to the need for legal changes that better protect birth parents and adoptees.
Listen as she shares her personal experiences as a mom, entrepreneur, advocate and turning her pain into purpose.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:01] Sydney Curtin
● [05:15] Unplanned Good
● [09:43] Open vs Closed Adoptions
● [15:41] Psychological Labels
● [21:19] We All Have Choices
● [26:35] Discipline
● [36:06] Self-Sustainable Income
● [41:51] 1-3-1 Rule
Resources Mentioned
● Facebook: Sydney N. Curtin
● Instagram: coach_sydneycurtin
● Unplanned Good
Quotes
[Sydney] “If you don’t heal yourself, you will bleed on others.”
[Mauro] “Control the controllables”
[Sydney] “Discipline is not Motivation”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Emi Kovacs.
Emi is a certified RYT 500 and E-RYT 500 yoga teacher, who also holds advanced training in various yoga styles including Vinyasa, Power Yoga, and Yin Yoga. Her certifications also extend to teaching continuous education courses, ensuring she stays updated with the latest techniques and practices.
She ventured into a yoga class 10 years ago and was determined not to allow her self-doubt to win. Although she played sports growing up, she wasn’t athletic in her adult years which also contributed to her doubt. Through perseverance, she excelled in her classes and was motivated to learn more and study yoga.
Emi takes us through her journey and breaks down the types of yoga, why people may prefer one over the other and the importance of prioritizing you.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:04] How it All Started
● [08:15] Vinyasa
● [14:20] Challenge Yourself
● [19:44] Living Carefree
● [25:05] Functional Medicine Coach
● [31:51] Breath and Functional Medicine
● [38:00] Stop Telling the Story
● [44:03] Motivating Others
● [51:20] You Have to Show Up
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @emi_at_yoga
● Emi Yoga
Quotes
[Emi] “Stop telling the story.”
[Emi] “You have to show up”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Swami Saradananda.
Swami has taught yoga for over 50 years and focuses on sharing knowledge through advanced teaching and training with yoga instructors. She has also worked with the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres for 26 years and directed centres in New York, Toronto, London, New Delhi and the Himalayas.
Although currently based in London, she travels frequently to teach in various locations but her most recent teaching took place in India. She will also be teaching in Germany closer to the Summer.
In this episode, Swami takes us through the philosophy of yoga, the importance of meditation, breath and how her yoga journey began.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:09] A Day in the Life of Swami
● [05:20] Channeling Energy
● [10:01] Cleansing Exercises
● [15:26] The importance of Breath
● [21:08] Routine is Important
● [27:37] Meditation Teachings
● [36:44] Dealing with Stress
● [41:49] Just Practice
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @yoga_mentor
● Website: Swami Saradananda
● Contact Swami
● Books by Swami Saradananda
● Courses and Trainings with Swami Saradananda
Quotes
[Swami] “When the student is ready the teacher will appear.”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Anna Stavrakos.
Anna is a mom, wife and Schwinn, AMP & EDG cycle instructor who has enjoyed cycling for over 15 years. Like many others, she started her fitness journey by exploring the avenues of several fitness classes for personal fitness and well-being.
She takes us through her journey of how she navigated trauma and bounced back from her “rock bottom moment” after diving into her fitness journey. She encourages everyone who wants a change to start with their mind and then the physical. The mental health component of fitness is important because it will allow you to show up everyday.
Listen to Anna’s inspirational story of prioritizing herself, navigating life’s responsibilities and trauma and showing up everyday.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:30] Who is Anna?
● [06:10] 6 Classes
● [12:42] Community Matters
● [16:52] Overcoming Trauma
● [26:22] Getting in the Groove
● [31:49] Lost an Aniston
● [40:58] Start with the Mind
● [47:14] Show up at your Best
● [54:18] Community and Fitness
● [59:53] Before you get Started
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @anna_divein
● Cycling
Quotes
[Anna] “Show up at your best.”
[Anna] “Celebrate You”
[Mauro] “Head First. Dive In”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Ashley Hazel.
Ashley is a mobility specialist focusing on doing things that make her happy. She comes from working with the human body and helping people heal and move better. With years of experience personally and professionally, she takes pride in connecting with clients for their overall recovery.
Her background as a professional fighter gives an insight into the pain and struggles of others. Understanding that healing is a mind and body experience, she guides clients to healing through an overall experience while also balancing and maintaining their well-being.
Listen as Ashley takes us through her fitness journey from being a typical teenager to military training to health and fitness. Like many others, her path to fitness was not linear but rather the result of travelling and exploring life and herself.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:15] A Typical Day to Day
● [05:50] How it All Began
● [10:06] Creativity and Athleticism
● [18:40] Learning through Listening
● [24:06] Favorite thing to do
● [38:34] Understanding People
● [47:53] Future Plans
● [55:50] Appreciation
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @hazelinspired
Quotes
[Ashley] “Everybody needs somebody.”
[Ashley] “Do it Scared”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Jenn Malecha.
Jenn, the Wholistic Health Boss is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner and Master Transformational coach. She supports health-minded professionals like you in taking back control of your health by giving you access to the right lab tests and resources to find the missing pieces of your health puzzle.
Although she grew up playing sports, she wasn’t always as health-conscious as she is now but eventually, found her purpose was to navigate others to their best health. She reminds us we can live a healthier life- the one we’ve always dreamed of, filled with gratitude, empowerment, and joy.
If you’re tired of being tired all the time, don’t feel like yourself in your skin and suspect that something just isn’t right with your body but can’t find the right doctor or practitioner who meets all your needs, Jenn is here to help!
Episode Timestamps
● [01:29] Who is Jenn Malecha?
● [08:00] Be Your Own Health Boss
● [13:16] Dietary Approaches
● [18:36] IBS
● [27:40] Biofeedback Tools
● [33:07] Food Sensitivity
● [38:46] Carnivore Diet
● [45:08] Essential Nutrients
● [56:30] Supplements
● [1:02:36] Listen to Your Body
Resources Mentioned
● Website: (W)holistic health boss
● Instagram: @wholistichealthboss
● YouTube: Wholistic Health Boss
Quotes
[Jenn] “Healthy is a way of being, not just doing.”
[Jenn] “Be Your Own Health Boss”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Belle Vazquez.
Belle is a sober yoga instructor who initially began her career in corporate before transitioning to yoga. Her decision to leave the corporate space was to live a happy healthy life which then led her to yoga teacher training.
She takes us through her sobriety journey along with her journey as a Yoga Teacher and Entrepreneur which intertwines the physical with the spiritual, and the strategic with the personal.
Her holistic approach considers the balance of mental tenacity and emotional intelligence. This dual pathway enables her to facilitate transformative experiences, nurture talent and drive innovation in the ever-evolving wellness market.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:34] A Day in the Life of Belle
● [17:27] Addictive Behaviours
● [20:57] Road to Sobriety
● [25:02] Navigating Sobriety
● [34:12] Finding Peace
● [39:23] Self Love
● [45:00] The Body Manifests
● [50:12] Having Professional Support
● [59:30] You’re not Meant to Walk Alone
● [1:04:49] Finding Balance
● [1:10:51] Being Connected
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @bellexvaz
Quotes
[Belle] “It’s going to be different for everybody.”
[Belle] “Community Matters”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with TJ.
TJ speaks about Call-On-Doc, a digital health company proudly established in 2017 and continues to serve as America's highest-rated online doctor with over 406,000 5-star reviews and almost 1.5 million patients.
Call-On-Doc treats over 100 different conditions in the following categories: Urgent Care (Sick Visit), STDs, Men & Women’s Healthcare, Primary Care (Chronic Management for ongoing health issues such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma and more), Dermatology, Mental Health (**they DO NOT prescribe controlled substances), Prescription Refills, Lab Testing, Imaging and others.
Call-On-Doc also has a wide variety of dermatologist-recommended skincare products that are gentle on all skin types and help manage skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, anti-aging and more.
Although Call-On-Doc currently only offers service to patients in the United States, it hopes to expand its offerings to the Canadian market soon.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:30] Call-On-Doc
● [06:38] The Evolution of Virtual Health Options
● [10:02] Implementing Technology
● [15:55] How it all Started
● [19:00] Chronic Disease Management
● [25:05] Genetic Testing
● [34:05] Preventative Medicine
● [43:56] Benefits of Telemedicine
● [49:51] Health & Mindset
Resources Mentioned
● Website: Call-On-Doc
● Instagram: @callondoc
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Dr. Chad.
Dr. Chad is a doctor of physiotherapy who started his practice roughly 8 years ago and has now transitioned from working with individuals to working with companies. Using the foundation he built while working with individuals, he built on that knowledge and process to create a system that now offers great support to companies and their individuals.
Focusing on providing a higher value of service, he has since been able to grow his company which partners with companies and works directly with their employees to ensure they are staying on track to optimal health. Dr. Chad's drive to help others comes from his own experience with movement issues in his past when no one could fully help with his pains.
Dr. Chad shares with us his journey and why he made it his goal to help others with their mobility and to get them in the best position.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:58] Who is Dr Chad
● [06:23] Change is Good
● [12:52] Choosing your Career Path
● [18:38] Change is Necessary
● [27:24] Movement with Movement
● [37:10] Mobility
● [47:00] Movement Prep
● [54:55] Pain Freedom
● [1:05:10] Yoga and Active Stretch
● [1:11:37] Cultivating a Pain-Free Lifestyle
Resources Mentioned
● Email: drchad@nrgphysio.co
Quotes
[Dr. Chad] “You can’t change movement with movement.”
[Dr. Chad] “Pain is not the boogeyman”
[Dr. Chad] “Where the pain is, is never where the problem is”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Carla Trovato.
Carla is a 3-time guest and friend and someone we consider an example and bright spot for persons who think it can’t be done. She shares with us her fitness journey and how it all began with her taking a step and wanting a change. Her original goal was losing weight and her fitness goal has since evolved.
She shares how her journey has inspired friends and family and she has become an inspiration to many. She encourages everyone to move away from the limitations of the phrase “I can’t” and strive to try and push themselves within their safe limits and know age is just a number.
Listen as Carla shares her personal experience with health and fitness and helping women navigate the changes of menopause and fitness.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:21] Who is Carla?
● [04:52] How it all Started
● [11:43] Push Yourself
● [17:35] Let’s Talk Menopause
● [23:27] Hormonal Replacement Therapy
● [28:29] Get your Steps In
● [34:54] How do I?
● [46:31] Tracking
● [53:03] Protein
● [1:00:39] There will Always be Resistance
● [1:09:58] Getting “Bulky”
Resources Mentioned
● Nutrition & Mindset with Carla
● Year in Review with Carla
● @fitnessctrov
Quotes
[Carla] “Do It For You”
[Carla] “You have to put in the work”
[Mauro] “The best piece of fitness equipment is a dog”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Cody Craig.
Cody is a doctor of physical therapy, a certified strength and conditioning specialist, a certified personal trainer through the NSCA, and a certified nutritionist through Precision Nutrition.
Dr. Cody's fitness journey began in his early years when he started swimming competitively and nationally. He experienced an injury in his teenage years which exposed him to the world of physical therapy.
Through his experience, he decided to venture into Physical Training school where he progressed from working with other athletes for physical therapy to coaching others virtually in all aspects, whether physical therapy-based or power training.
Listen as Dr. Cody takes us through his fitness and professional journey from both ends of the spectrum.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:06] Dr. Cody’s Day to Day
● [03:08] Transitioning to an Online
● [06:21] Origin Story
● [12:35] Clientele
● [20:34] Understanding what works for You?
● [24:05] The Best Clients
● [31:57] Developing the Plan
● [35:16] Adjusting the Plan
● [40:13] Can we Define Pain?
● [46:30] The Placebo Effect
● [51:46] Pain
● [57:38] Solutions
● [1:01:04] Know You’re the Key
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @cody.prescription_strength
● Book: Gift of Injury by Stuart McGill; Brian Carroll
Quotes
[Cody] “You have all the answers inside of you.”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Tiffany Driskell.
Tiffany, also known as Coach Tiff, decided to venture into personal training and education after being a ballerina for 13 years. Her fitness journey began around age 18 when she embarked on a journey for her personal strength and fitness.
After 8 years and counting, Coach Tiff now helps other lifters optimize their metabolism, training and hormones so they can look, and perform their best. She takes us through her fitness journey from the perspective of a weight watching ballerina to a lifter who wants to optimize her life.
Listen as Coach Tiff speaks about optimizing your life to have a better form of living.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:50] Tiffany’s Fitness Journey
● [05:28] Embrace your Natural Body Type
● [10:00] Beware of the Cycles
● [15:56] Body Breakdown
● [20:46] Stress Management
● [28:08] Drink your Water
● [34:04] Nutrition
● [40:07] Understanding the Steps
● [46:02] Sleep
● [51:26] Understanding your Why
Resources Mentioned
● Work with Tiff
● Instagram: @tiffdriskell
Quotes
[Tiffany] “Sometimes we just have to do it afraid”
[Tiffany] “Focus on you and stop being distracted by all the noise”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Jeff Hoehn.
Jeff owns JH Health & Fitness where he helps clients achieve a body recomp, by building muscle and losing fat through my science-backed body recomp methods.
His drive and experience used to help clients are due to his personal experience. Know wherever you’re on your fitness journey right now, Jeff has been there at some point and helped someone go through it.
The beginning of his fitness journey is not as standard as it all started with dumbbells. Yes, you read that correctly; dumbbells. His journey started simply with doing curls with his dad’s old dumbbells and knocking out push-ups as a kid.
From a short guy with a skinny frame and little to no confidence in himself to seeking gains in college. His path eventually landed him in the position of a gym manager where he was able to find his passion for becoming a personal trainer.
Listen as Jeff takes us through his fitness journey and how he learned the importance of structured training evidence-based nutrition, and a strategy that works.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:38] Who is Coach Jeff?
● [07:30] How it All Began
● [16:16] Consistency is Key
● [24:48] Becoming a Trainer
● [33:50] Protein
● [43:14] Body Recomp
● [49:15] Understanding the Difference
● [54:40] Fitness as It Evolves
● [1:01:24] Nutrition
● [1:06:43] Mindset & Lifestyle
● [1:09:27] The Investment is Worth It
Resources Mentioned
● JH Health & Fitness
● Instagram: @jeffhoehn_
Quotes
[Jeff] “Do something consistently”
[Jeff] “Focus on the Important Things”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Christian Santos.
Although Christian recently started his career as a certified personal trainer. He has a background in sports-specific movement training and has been involved in high-level sports and athletics.
He specializes in muscle growth, body transformation and promoting a healthy way of life where his approach to personal training goes beyond physical fitness. He also believes fitness should not only be focused on building muscle and improving physique but, also promoting mental well-being and overall lifestyle improvements.
Christian encourages everyone to build their confidence when it comes to their fitness goals and to have the courage to drop the excuses and just get started.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:25] Christian’s Fitness Journey
● [11:38] Discomfort is Normal
● [18:05] Adherence and Habits
● [22:47] Look vs Feel
● [27:38] Know your reason
● [30:42] Find your Motivation
● [40:05] Bulk
● [49:43] Confidence
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @christiansantosfitness
● The Gambit Athletic Club
Quotes
[Christian] “Drop the excuses and just get going”
[Christian] “There’s no better time to start than now”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Tom Swales.
Tom is the founder and creator of The AMT System & The Advanced Movement Therapist (AMT) Certification, an education platform for movement professionals and clinicians that teaches advanced movement and exercise prescription to get to the root cause quicker and solve client's pain.
He is also the founder of COMPHYSIO+ Performance Wellness and has worked with professional athletes and consulted for international and Olympic sporting organizations on their rehabilitation and performance protocols.
Tom takes us through his fitness journey, professional career and how he worked his way back from a major illness which severely impacted his ability to move independently.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:01] Tom’s Professional Background
● [09:10] Initial Career Goal
● [12:31] His Football Career
● [16:50] Determine your WHY
● [32:15] Applying the System Personally
● [39:23] Starting from the Floor
● [44:32] Get up and Move On - 5 Key Points
● [50:24] The Advanced Movement Therapist
● [52:45] Be Curious and Have Fun with It
Resources Mentioned
● The Advanced Movement Therapist
● COMphysio + Performance Wellness (Concept of Movement)
● Instagram: @swales.tom
Quotes
[Tom] “Manners and kindness goes a long way.”
[Tom] “There’s no greater investment than investing in your health”
[Tom] “Evolve what you’ve learned”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Ishan Hewavitharana.
Ishan is the head of Research and Development at Magnum Nutraceuticals which is a Canadian trailblazing company specializing in premium sports nutrition and wellness products.
With his background in human physiology and Neuropsychology, it is no surprise his initial goal was to attend medical school. However, somehow he made his way into the fitness industry by investigating supplements and their effects on the body.
His mission is to ensure the supplements entering the market are safe and healthy for the consumer.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:57] Ishan’s professional career
● [07:35] The Importance of Regulating Supplements
● [15:55] Branding/Trademark Ingredients
● [25:11] Changes to the Canadian Supplement Industry
● [30:06] Shortlisted Vitamins/Supplements
● [52:00] Subjective Cognitive Decline
● [1:04:14] Be Curious
Resources Mentioned
● Magnum Nutraceuticals
Quotes
[Ishan] “Not all supplements are good supplements.”
[Ishan] “Be curious about what you are buying”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Omar Ahmadzai.
Omar is a Massage Therapist, Osteopath, and Strength & Power Coach at High Octane Training + Therapy. His education and work experience began in Italy where he obtained a degree in Sports Science and a diploma in massage therapy. After building his experience as a movement specialist and therapist in Italy, he moved to Canada and furthered his studies in massage therapy and Osteopathy.
His interest in coaching began during Covid where he saw the benefit of combining the education with the physical. He shares the importance of having the education to successfully adapt a program which will provide your client with a good starting point.
Through massage therapy, osteopathy and personal training, he customizes rehabilitation programs to help clients improve their circulation, muscle progress, and stress and accelerate the recovery process.
Episode Timestamps
● [03:04] When it All Started
● [06:52] Getting into Coaching
● [10:52] The First Phases of Training
● [14:18] Starting with Bodyfat Percentage
● [18:16] Osteopathy
● [22:17] Osteopathy Treatments
● [26:14] Out of Place
● [32:58] Hip Hinges
● [38:10] Progressing from Hip Hinges
● [41:17] New learning these Days
● [44:00] Wearables
● [45:48] Breathing Techniques
● [51:33] Before Getting Started
Resources Mentioned
● Mississauga Massages
● Instagram: @omar_trainertherapist
Quotes
[Omar ] “We are not out of place”
[Omar] “Fitness is not just aesthetics”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Robert Glean.
Robert is a registered massage therapist with 20 years of experience and a passion for proper position and movement. Unsurprisingly, he is also a Movement Re-educator, Neuro Rehab Therapist, and Fascial Stretch Specialist at Neurocore Physiotherapy.
He believes the body needs to learn how to function through arranged movement patterns. Routinely, many individuals quickly forget what it means to move or have proper movement resulting in pain or having a range of motion with muscle tension.
Robert has integrated his approach to therapy within the diversity of his client base and can assist anyone who wants to relearn themself.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:19] Movement re-education
● [05:26] From Animation to Massage Therapy
● [10:25] Craniosacral
● [17:28] Neuro Rehab Therapy
● [23:54] Less is More
● [29:40] Movement is Necessary
● [36:30] Different Approaches
● [40:54] Breaking Habits
● [48:50] Don’t Miss the Big Picture
● [52:10] Have an Open Mindset
Resources Mentioned
● Human Strategies
● Instagram: @humanstrategies
Quotes
[Robert] “Less is More”
[Robert] “Don’t be negative with yourself”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Christian Strong.
Christian is a former athlete and is currently a personal trainer at Lifetime. Having travelled the long road of playing professional football, he has turned the page and entered the world of personal training.
It is no surprise that his niche is sports-related training. Although he only currently does that type of training on the weekends, he hopes to get into it further this year. Having gone through extensive training throughout his career, he uses his knowledge and experience to help others reach their goals whether personally or professionally.
Like many of us, Christian has gone through his trials and tribulations in life but has always leaned on his faith. He speaks to us about his fitness journey, career, faith and guiding his clients along their fitness journey.
Come along on this inspirational journey as we listen to Christain share his knowledge and experience with us.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:07] Christian’s Current role
● [02:29] Becoming a Professional Athlete
● [08:27] Mental Strength
● [12:16] Start in the Offseason
● [17:35] From the Athlete to the Trainer
● [22:56] The Transition
● [28:21] Incorporating the “Athlete” aspect
● [32:33] Exercise Homework
● [37:34] Get Active
● [43:32] You Can DoIt
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @strong.christian_
Quotes
[Christian] “Anything you are going through you can achieve”
[Christian] “You got this”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Nigel Wragg of The Personal Training Room.
Nigel has decades of experience in the industry in the UK, New Zealand and now Canada. He is a Personal Trainer based in Lambeth, London Ontario where he has been since 2015. You can work with Nigel face-to-face at his private studio; The Personal Training Room, virtually or join his online classes.
He has worked with many athletes over the years and continues to work with student-athletes as they transition to college sports. Having been a professional cycler, his coaching on strength training comes from both aspects of being a professional athlete and years of experience as a personal trainer.
Like many of us, Nigel has had life experiences which he learned from. He uses his experience to be transparent with his clients and be the best coach he can be. Listen as he takes us through his fitness journey, life experiences and how he supports his clients.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:23] Personal Trainer Nigel’s day-to-day
● [06:02] Nigel’s Childhood Sports
● [11:51] Continuous Learning is Important
● [17.44] Something Big
● [21:50] Turning a New Leaf
● [31:30] How to Keep the Progress
● [36:11] Transparency is Important
● [45:03] New Clients
● [52:06] Supporting Clients
● [58:44] Find what Works for YOU
Resources Mentioned
● Nigel's Personal Training Room
● Instagram: @nigel_wragg
● Facebook: Personal Training Room
Quotes
[Nigel] “If you aren't learning, you’re getting worse at what you’re doing.”
[Nigel] “Be kind to yourself and take it easy”
[Nigel] “Trust the process”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Colin Johannsen of Authentic Growth Coaching.
Colin's fitness journey and path as a health coach began with his quest to improve his overall fitness which he has dubbed “Quest for Zest”.
Being an elementary school teacher for years, Colin found the profession placed him in a box and did not allow him to be the teacher he wished he could be. His passion for teaching and fitness drives him to continue to educate himself to ensure he is the best version of himself for himself and his clients.
Colin was fortunate to have discovered his true passion - helping people make meaningful transformations so they can live the life they truly want and deserve. He is currently living out his life's purpose as he offers group health, weight loss coaching services, and one-on-one coaching.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:38] Authentic Growth Coach
● [03:35] Origin Story
● [05:05] Mindvalley
● [08:05] Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP)
● [09:00] The Search for Physical Energy
● [11:02] Your Energy and What You Eat
● [16:52] Take Care of You First
● [19:05] Tools for Better Sleep
● [30:01] Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) Explained
● [34:01] Negative Associations
● [36:37] Group Coaching
● [43:35] Mindset for Getting Started
Quotes
[Colin] “Take care of YOU first.”
[Colin] “Small steps in the right direction lead to big changes”
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- Website: https://authenticgrowth.ca/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authenticgrowthcoach/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colin.johannsen
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Ruchi Chopra.
Ruchi’s fitness journey began in high school with just runs and beach body workouts. Years later her passion for fitness started to grow and her simple gym membership turned into her falling in love with fitness and becoming certified as a personal trainer while in university.
Towards her final years in university, she decided to pursue a master's degree in Education and went into teaching for a few years. After two years, she placed that career on hold to return to school to become a nutritionist.
Being a registered Holistic Nutritionist has helped Ruchi to see and understand things from both sides of the fitness spectrum. Being a busy mom of two, she uses all aspects of her education and experience to help busy moms regain health and energy, optimize metabolism, and achieve fat loss for the final time.
Ruchi’s goal is to help her clients become their own nutritionists and maintain a fitness lifestyle beneficial to them.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:42] Ruchi’s Origin Story
● [03:49] From Teaching to Coaching
● [10:41] Clientele
● [19:24] Meat Protein Options
● [27:10] Calories In vs Calories Out
● [33:47] Holistic Nutrition & Fitness
● [38:36] Trust the Process
● [39:48] Becoming a Metabolic Coach
● [43:00] Health is Wealth
Resources Mentioned
● Ruchi Chopra Wellness
● Facebook: Ruchi Chopra Wellness
● Instagram: @ruchichoprawellness
Quotes
[Ruchi] “Be Patient with Yourself.”
[Ruchi] “How you start your day is also how you start your day”
[Ruchi] “Health is Wealth”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Ryan Krol from Boundless Endurance Coaching.
Ryan's love for running ultra distances and exploring the mountains ignites his passion for showing people how to enjoy a lifestyle centered on fitness and health. He has coached dozens of clients to complete the Leadville Trail 100 successfully. He is a versatile coach who helps clients ranging from professional athletes to beginner runners achieve various individual goals. For example, several clients have lost over 100 pounds, two have achieved a Boston Marathon Qualifying time and many have completed other gruelling ultra-marathons.
In addition to his ultra-marathon experience, Ryan is a NASM-certified Personal Trainer. With twelve years of experience, he helps clients stay injury-free through functional training. Ryan is an avid outdoorsman and when he's not running he enjoys skiing, rock climbing, mountain biking and backpacking.
Listen as Ryan takes us through his approach to Endurance Coaching and how he helped clients reach their goals.
Episode Timestamps
● [02:00] Origin Story
● [09:30] When you do something that scares you
● [12:30] Where to Start (The Original)
● [13:30] Where to Start (Today)
● [15:00] How to Know When to Rest
● [28:00] What You Need to Start Running
● [35:00] The Brain is Super Trainable
● [43:32] Changing your Identity and Feeling “worthy”
● [46:05] Get a “Big Goal” and get started
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: boundlesscoaching_
● Website: Boundless Endurance Coaching
Quotes
Ryan “Your brain will recover before your body.” Be mindful where you are not only physically but mentally as well.
Ryan “Get a big goal that scares you, and go after it”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Ryland Hormel.
Ryland strives to find ways to connect a diverse group of people through concepts like freedom and meaning. His many passions give him new roads and highways to explore ways to break down barriers and form integral connections between all that he loves.
Ryland has always found meaning through being in community with others, experiencing new things and enjoying unique environments. This passion led him to designing and hosting wellness retreats with a company called Live Better. After being a host and teacher on seven international retreats, Ryland has coached hundreds of people to develop meaning in their lives and has even use his lifelong background in surfing to help many catch their very first wave.
Listen as Rylan share his journey with us.
Episode Timestamps
● [02:07] I Am Not What I Do
● [05:58] Origin Story
● [10:20] The Power of Reframing a Belief
● [30:41] Flow
● [39:00] Ikigai
● [52:38] Personal Growth
● [1:05:23] Believe in Yourself
● [1:09:35] Quiet your Mind and Listen
Resources Mentioned
● Book: When Do You Feel Free? by Ryland Hormel
● Ryland Hormel’s website
● Instagram: @ryhormel
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Paviola.
Paviola’s love for movement and sports began at an early age through being active in school in sports. Like many others, fitness took the back burner after high school due to life changes and everyday life.
After a life-changing accident in 2019, she became more proactive with her fitness journey. She takes us through her fitness journey and reflects on past mistakes of “fad diets”.
Listen as she shares her inspirational story and why it is essential to have a great mindset.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:27] Paviola’s Introduction
● [02:31] Origin Story
● [05:06] The Pivoting Point
● [09:04] You Control Your Mindset
● [16:13] The Spark
● [20:01] The Effects of Being Active
● [25:06] The Past “Me”
● [30:30] Breakdown the Process
● [37:53] What Helps the Process?
● [42:14] Your Body will tell you
● [48:44] Don’t turn off the Volume
● [57:52] Closing Advice - Don’t Give Up
Quotes
[Paviola] “It will take you time to get there..”
[Paviola] “Everybody’s just trying to figure things out”
[Mauro] “It’s simple but it’s not easy”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Evan Transue.
Evan owns Bucks County Light Therapy and is a professional speaker who continues to inspire and educate others by sharing his story. Having battled with mental health issues for over 13 years and other health issues, he took the wheel of his well-being after what he calls an “aha” moment.
He uses his gift of public speaking to educate and advise others that their issues are not the end of it all and they can heal from their illness. He discusses the many steps he has taken and the changes he has made in his journey which ultimately helped him to have a healthy lifestyle.
Listen as Evan reminds us not to give up until we are forced to when life comes to a natural end.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:53] Who is Detective Ev?
● [05:38] Mental Health
● [08:04] Where it All Started
● [13:30] Was that the Kick you Needed?
● [16:18] The “Aha” Moment
● [26:07] Mental Health is Happening A lot
● [30:20] Nutrition Matters
● [37:04] Prevention through Nutrition
● [45:18] Rule out the Toxins
● [49:50] Supplements
● [56:10] Light Therapy
● [1:03:24] FDN
● [1:05:16] Before you Get Started
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @evantransue_
● Health Detective Podcast
● Bucks County Light Therapy
● FDN
● Health Success Workshop
Quotes
[Evan] “Genes loads the gun, and the environment pulls the trigger”
[Mauro] “Regret is the strongest prison”
[Evan] “Do not give up until you’re forced to”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Drew Taddia.
Drew is an online coach and owner of True Form Life and they specialize in helping a specific group of women transform their lives forever. His business is focused on guiding and letting women know they are not alone on their path to wellness, as they navigate the bodily changes associated with menopause or being a busy mom.
As he coaches, he also teaches how to live your life purposefully, confidently and as your true self. Their time-tested and proven meal plans, workouts, products, and programs help you to create positive and lasting lifelong changes which in turn will transform your life forever.
Listen as Drew speaks about his business and lets women know they are not alone and there is still hope for the weight and lifestyle they dream of having.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:07] Who is Coach Drew
● [05:12] The Transition from Athelte to Coach
● [10:17] Exploring Mind and Body
● [16:03] Helping Women navigating Menopause
● [22:22] Preparing to Specialize
● [27:56] Understanding your Audience
● [31:54] Factors Affecting Sleep
● [37:55] Nutritional and Mental Support
● [42:56] Prioritize your Body
● [48:14] It takes Effort
● [54:03] Have an Open Mindset
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @drewtaddia
● True Form Life
● Exploring Mind and Body
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Monica Tan.
Monica’s work is centered around a holistic and integrative therapeutic approach that cares for the body, mind and spirit. She uses a variety of treatment approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Mindfulness practices.
Using evidence-based EMDR treatment combined with intuition she focuses on building practical strategies to get you to your goals. You will explore your needs, values and tap into your unique strengths and gifts along the way.
She is also highly experienced in working with people and helping them move through anxiety, depression, recovery from traumatic experiences, grief, self-esteem issues, relationship issues and life transitions.
Monica wants you to find ways to dream big and play a bigger game of life!
Episode Timestamps
● [01:53] Origin Story
● [03:35] Finding your Path
● [09:55] Working with Others
● [13:49] Ways to Combat Stress
● [19:59] The 4 Tendencies
● [23:20] EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
● [26:44] Polyvagal Theory
● [31:04] Mindfulness
● [38:13] Maintaining Fitness
● [43:38] Recommending Physical Activity
● [51:13] Tracking
● [56:26] Before Getting Started
Resources Mentioned
● Book an Appointment with Monica Tan
● Book: The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin
● Book: The Science of Creating Miracles by Dr. Larry Farwell
Quotes
[Mauro] “The Perfect Plan is your Plan. The one that you can stick to.”
[Monica] “Remember the Magic in Your Life”
[Monica] “Acknowledge your wins every single day”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with J.Y.
JY is a fitness coach whose journey may sound familiar to you. Although he was active growing up by playing sports, he had ups and downs with poor nutrition habits. Although he started his gym experience at 21, it was not a fitness focus experience but more of a social experience and not portraying a healthy lifestyle.
Through the thoughtful help of his family, his grandmother assisted him with making a change with better nutritional choices. After seeing the changes his habits were making, he held himself accountable for his fitness journey by joining a gym and meal prepping.
Listen as J.Y shares his fitness journey which led to tremendous success by just changing his everyday habits and lifestyle. After losing 100lbs and counting he is now focused on helping others reach their goal.
Episode Timestamps
● [02:36] Fitness Coach JY
● [07:26] Poor Nutrition Habits
● [14:23] The First Step
● [18:08] The “New” Gym Strategy
● [24:12] Intermittent Fasting
● [26:54] Learning How To Fast
● [33:03] Meal Prep & Fasting
● [39:05] It’s not JUST the Numbers on the Scale
● [43:19] Deciding to Help Others
● [49:14] Vision for Others
● [53:23] Before Getting Started
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @jyp.fit
Quotes
[JY] “It’s not just the numbers on the scale.”
[JY] “People need to take ownership and commitment of themself”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Ali Houston.
Ali's zest for life and love of science and spirituality has brought the Human Design World to the Science of Flow.
Ali has a background in Corporate Tech, with her Bachelors of Business Management. She has completed the Flow Research Collective to be a neuroscience-backed peak performance coach. Integrate with her knowledge of Human Design and her love to practice how energy can move and shift.
Ali is a 5/1 Manifestor Generator with an intuitive nature to support people to creatively explore new and strategic ways of exploring life while having FUN and ENJOYING the journey.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:36] Who is Ali?
● [04:48] Earliest Experience of Flow
● [08:24] First Understanding of Flow
● [11:46] The 4 Parts of Flow
● [17:26] Sleep Checklist
● [25:14] Monkey Mind
● [30:09] Falling into Flow
● [34:35] Take time for Yourself
● [40:17] NLP
● [45:34] Coaching the Flow Zone
● [51:48] Aspects of Flow
● [55:06] Understanding what you Really Want
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @alihouston.itsyoualways
● Peak Performance Coach
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Jose Valenzuela.
Jose, like many others, did not have a clear-cut path to his career.
After completing a Bachelor of Applied Science in Psychology at the University of Guelph-Humber, he further increased his knowledge by taking the Fitness & Health Promotion program at Humber College and becoming certified as a personal trainer by the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology (CSEP).
His knowledge in psychology does not go unused in the fitness industry as it helps him to understand and connect more with his clients to provide them with a well-rounded treatment plan.
Jose is a firm believer that knowledge should be constant and welcomes new knowledge as he continues to build his career and increase his clientele.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:27] Who is Jose Valenzuela?
● [12:19] Jose as a kid
● [20:25] Applying the Knowledge
● [24:02] Gaining Experience
● [32:08] Range of Motion
● [37:27] Top 3 Workouts for Joints
● [43:05] Mobilising your Joints
● [48:18] Tackle the Problem
● [53:39] Treating Injury
● [01:01:03] The Stigma behind RMT schooling
● [01:06:05] Before Reaching Out
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @josevalenzzuela
● Book with Jose
Quotes
[Jose] “Have an open mindset and trust.”
[Jose] “I am here to help you”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Coach Granville.
Granville owns Athletic Leaders in Mississauga, StrongFirst Team Leader for Canada, Certified StrongFirst Lifter, StrongFirst Girya Certified Instructor, StrongFirst Bodyweight Instructor and is certified by Flexible Steel.
His fitness journey began back in high school where he was an athlete and could adapt to any sport. Although he did not have a successful career as an athlete, he has since successfully attained 14 Canadian National Records in powerlifting - 3 National Records in bench press, the highest total in his weight class, and National Records in squats and the deadlift – all of which he has achieved entirely drug-free.
He believes that the sky’s the limit and age is not a restraint and he shows us this is proof as he continues to get stronger and improve in his personal and professional journey in his late 40s.
Listen to this inspirational episode and get the motivation to be hooked on life with a positive mindset.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:42] Coach Granville’s Introduction
● [02:55] Origin Story
● [06:43] The Incredible Coach Granville
● [11:23] CFL
● [16:05] Getting into Kettlebells
● [22:26] Recovering from Injury
● [27:02] Re-injury before competing
● [37:19] Mindset Approach
● [40:06] Diet Correcting
● [49:24] Change your mindset
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @granvillemayerslifts
● YouTube: Granville Mayers
● Athletic Leaders
● Book: Think And Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
● Book: The Power of Positive Thinking by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale
● Book: Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins
Quotes
[Coach Granville] “Sky’s the limit with the right mindset.”
[Coach Granville] “Don’t be intimidated by other people”
[Coach Granville] “To see changes and results, you have to change the way you are thinking”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Erin McDermott.
Before sharing her fitness journey, Erin takes us back to her 5th-grade experience which though her the 2 most important lessons which would take her through life. 1) Nobody is coming to save you 2). There will always be someone jealous of you.
Erin takes us through her fitness journey and her decision to leave the medical field as a registered nurse after over 20 years. She has a desire for everyone to understand they have the power to change their overall health and she intends to help foster this mindset through her passion for fitness, wellness and health through natural therapies.
With over 30 years in the fitness industry, she holds a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition, Certified Nutrition Coach, is a professional bikini competitor, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, AFAA Group Exercise Instructor and is a no-meat athlete.
Listen to Erin’s inspirational journey.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:01] Erin’s Origin Story
● [06:48] Getting into Body Building
● [10:09] Take back your Healing Power
● [15:58] I’m Keeping My Baby
● [20:29] Do the Hard Work
● [26:54] Diet & Lifestyle
● [32:08] Fitness Guidelines
● [35:43] Detox
● [41:52] Find the Right Doctor
● [46:48] Working with Erin
Resources Mentioned
● Revolution Fitness
● Instagram: @the_ethical_nurse
● Facebook: Erin McDermott
Quotes
[Erin] “Nobody is coming to save you.”
[Erin] “It is your responsibility to live your true gift and talents”
[Erin] “Push away the negative thoughts and believe in yourself”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Cody Knights.
Cody’s fitness journey started with football at age 12, playing straight through high school then university and he continued up until the age of 25. He takes us through his progress, including starting his personal meal plans as a teen and deadlifting at age 18.
He credits his environment to who he is today and the success he has attained thus far. He shares how your environment can benefit your progress once you manipulate it to your advantage and hopes other coaches and people understand and foster this thinking.
Listen as Cody takes us through his journey and lets us know that his mission as a coach is to push you toward your goals using your tools. He relies on tough love as if you’re allowed to slack off, you will not meet your ultimate goal.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:58] Cody’s Introduction
● [10:00] Progression through Environment
● [14:47] Something I would have done Differently
● [23:41] Activating Neurons
● [33:06] Utilising internal Motivation
● [39:41] Direct Carryover
● [47:40] There is no Quick Fix
● [50:25] Efficient vs. Easy
● [54:16] Goals & Actions
● [1:00:49] You are the Builder
● [1:06:35] You can Find the Time
● [1:10:50] Stop Looking for Quick Answers
● [1:15:01] Advice for Getting Started with Cody
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @knightsperformance
● Instagram: @codyknights16
Quotes
[Cody] “Manipulate your environment to maximize their development..”
[Cody] “Efficient doesn’t mean easy”
[Cody] “Understanding where you are and having realistic expectations.”
[Mauro] “Life happens when you’re working towards your goal.”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Dr. Matthew DiNardo DC, RMT, CAT(C).
Dr. DiNardo shares his journey into fitness and education which he jokingly says started accidentally after deciding to follow a few friends into Kinesiology. While studying at York he learnt about their Athletic Therapy Program which he ventured into and had a fantastic experience.
Growing up he was never exposed to Chiropractic, however, the Athletic Therapy Program sparked his interest when he figured there had to be more to understanding human movement than just the pain. Now, he’s helping his clients by fixing the root cause first.
His philosophy is getting to the root cause. And as he continues to learn and grow as a profession he wants clients to remember that it’s the process that matters, not just the quick fix.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:11] Who is Dr. DiNardo?
● [04:52] Working with Athletes
● [11:03] Initial Assessment
● [16:31] Stability and Mobility
● [21:24] Strength Training
● [24:46] Increasing Mobility through Strength
● [28:38] Functionality
● [34:20] Body Rolling
● [40:31] Pain Deterrent
● [44:40] Pain Stimulant
● [49:11] 3 Tips from Dr. DiNardo
● [56:47] Manual Therapy
● [58:15] It’s the Process that Matters
Resources Mentioned
● Dr. Matthew Di Nardo
● Instagram: @drmattdinardo
Quotes
[Dr. DiNardo] “It’s the Process that Matters.”
[Dr. DiNardo] “Movement is Medicine”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Coach Vel.
Coach Vel is a fitness trainer who is currently going all in and training to compete in her first bikini competition. Having been exposed to athletics in her younger years and always having that momentum it was no surprise she fell in love with fitness.
Vel’s success as a coach is a true testament to who she is. She pushes for better and uses that to coach and empire her clients. She speaks with us about her journey and what sparked her change to get on the right path.
Listen as she takes us through her inspirational journey, and we hope this inspires you to start your journey today.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:09] Who is Coach Vel?
● [06:25] Finding Inspiration
● [11:08] Branching into Fitness
● [16:01] Being a New Trainer
● [22:20] More than a Coach
● [29:03] Be Selfish with your Goal
● [36:00] Gains = Calorie Surplus
● [40:54] Vel’s Personal Experiences
● [44:52] Don’t be Afraid to Try
● [50:00] Strength is Important
● [55:16] Something you should Know
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @velbettmorales
● LinkedIn: Velbett Morales - Montalban
● Coach Vel's Training Application Form
● Book: Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins
● Book: Never Finished by David Goggins
Quotes
[Coach Vel] “Do whatever makes you feel good.”
[Coach Vel] “Make fitness make sense for every individual”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with fellow mentee Sophie Greenslade.
Sophie takes us through her fitness journey which started at age 18 and forced her to challenge herself. During this time she was at university studying psychology alongside training and decided to take the plunge and pursue a career in coaching.
Beginning with an approach of wanting to experience everything her clients experienced. She decided to spend a few years competing and learning in that spectrum so she will be able to train from an understanding of having experienced both ends of the spectrum.
Having lived in Dubai for the past 5 years, it is testimony that Sophie is a true believer in moving away from her comfort zone and stepping into the challenge. She continues to show commitment in her journey which also, motivates her clients to unlock their potential.
Sophie’s mission is to help COMMITTED, high achievers build the PHYSIQUE they’ve always dreamed of and build the MINDSET to unlock their potential!
Episode Timestamps
● [01:25] Sophie’s Journey
● [05:19] Working with High Achievers
● [10:02] Results = Putting in the work
● [16:21] DownTime
● [20:36] Big checkmarks toward your goal
● [25:16] Mentorship Program Takeaways
● [30:17] Recovery
● [36:33] Inadequate sleep can affect your Results
● [40:44] The Impact of Training
● [44:40] Before Getting Started
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @sophiegreenslade1
● Sophie Greenslade Online Coaching Application Form
● 8 Stage Formula to Achieve a Lean Physique
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Dustin Pederson.
Dustin owns Unorthodox Personal Training on the West Coast in Portland Oregon and has many years of experience as a personal trainer and several certifications.
He speaks to us about the importance of tracking, getting to know your client and getting gritty to your goals. He goes further in-depth into why movement is important, especially as it rates our feet as our feet ground the body and is the foundation for keeping everything intact.
In closing, he reminds us that it's important to get the body moving after a meal and breakdown his advice for first-time bodybuilders and those interested in getting started in fitness.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:07] Dustin’s Introduction
● [05:10] Tracking and Monitoring
● [09:49] Grounding your Feet
● [18:11] Feet then Knees
● [25:18] Stability & Strength
● [31:01] Trust the Process
● [35:04] When you eat you move
● [38:35] Mindset
Resources Mentioned
● Book: Grit by Angela Duckworth
Quotes
[Dustin] “If you’re not tracking it, you’re leaving results on the table.”
[Dustin] “Let the foot do foot stuff”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Danai Sisouphanh.
Danai is a strength and conditioning coach and a triathlete with years of experience in coaching. As a lifelong competitor with 15 years of swimming competitively, he is passionate about helping others achieve their goals.
Having found his passion during the final years of completing his bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Western Ontario, after obtaining his degree, he immediately went on to attain his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS).
Danai’s goal is to help you reach your personal goals but reminds us that results are not instant, so you should be open-minded to the process and be invested in the process in order to have success.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:11] How it all Started
● [06:27] The Evolution of Strength & Conditioning
● [11:33] Prioritize your Goals
● [18:04] Understanding your Fatigue
● [21:55] Cardio and The Weight Room
● [27:34] Music and Workout
● [34:44] 10-Point Scale
● [43:37] Mobility is Important
● [48:28] Plyometrics
● [54:06] Being Comfortable in your own Skin
● [57:21] First Steps to Fat Loss
● [1:02:26] One Habit at a Time
● [1:03:48] Trust the Process
Resources Mentioned
● Danai Sisouphanh Coaching
● Danai Sisouphanh Coaching - Beginners Run Guide
● Danai Sisouphanh Training Consultation
● Instagram: @danai.sc
Quotes
[Danai] “Manage what’s super easy and what’s super hard.”
[Danai] “You cannot do the race if you’re not on the start line”
[Mauro] “One Habit at a Time”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Catherine Bell.
Catherine is a former varsity athlete, mother, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and the founder of The Awakened Company.
The Awakened Company focuses on helping organizations create healthy corporate cultures through awakening the self, relationships, and team dynamics. In addition, she recently co-founded a mindfulness app, Awakenly, which uses the Enneagram to ground people into presence and transform their realities.
The Awakened Company (2015)—Catherine’s revolutionary business book—was awarded the Nautilus Book Award in Business and Leadership and became a best seller one week after its release. She has worked around the globe—from the UK to Cuba—with everyone from Fortune 500 companies to serial entrepreneurs.
As CEO of the Awakened Company, Catherine now consults all over the world on creating Awakened Companies. Catherine has taught thousands of people the Awakened Company process and worked with hundreds of teams. In 2022 alone, her work spanned twenty-three countries.
She loves her spiritual practice, meditating, and windsurfing. Her focus is to radiate love, wisdom, and power in everything she does.
Episode Timestamps
● [02:20] How it all began
● [07:05] The Enneagram
● [13:22] Instincts
● [18:13] Write down your Goals
● [22:51] Boost your Creativity
● [31:18] Emotional Intelligence
● [38:44] Focus on your Goal
● [48:52] The Power of the Pause
● [52:36] Intention Matters
● [54:35] Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● The Awakened Company
● Instagram: @theawakenedcompany
● Book: The Awakened Company
● Book: The Upside of Your Dark Side
● Book: Crucial Conversations
Quotes
[Catherine] “Intentions Matter”
[Catherine] “The small things all add up”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Nsuani Baffoe.
Nsuani is a personal health coach, strength coach, business management coach, owner and head coach at Ferris360. He also holds many certifications and 15+ years of personal training experience.
He takes us through his fitness journey from high-profile athlete to fitness coach, business owner and family man. He speaks significantly about why relationships matter to help with overall health and also to celebrate the small wins as much as the large ones along the journey.
He prides himself on always learning and being better to provide his clients with the best service while also understanding them and tailoring their plans to their lifestyles for optimal success.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:33] The meaning behind Nsuani
● [02:37] Fitness Origin Story
● [07:48] Transitioning from Athlete to Fitness
● [12:19] Your Fault, Our Responsibility
● [14:34] Expectation vs. Reality
● [20:48] Periodization
● [31:51] Relationships Matter
● [35:06] Remove Objections First
● [39:18] Managing Fitness
● [43:14] Action Items
● [54:02] Before you get Started
Resources Mentioned
● Ferris360
● Nsuani Baffoe
● Connect with Nsuani
Quotes
[Nsuani] “You can’t save money quickly. You can't build a house quickly. Good things take time”
[Mauro] “Actions versus outcomes”
[Nsuani] “Understand your expectation versus your reality”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Geovanny Ricardo.
Geovanny is the owner and head coach of Geovanny Ricardo Fitness where he strives to help his clientele of men to improve their physical and mental health as it relates to health and fitness.
He continues to improve his education in the industry to help his clients in the best possible way. He recently completed his nutrition certifications and is currently enrolled to gain his biomechanics strength and conditioning certification.
Geovanny also dives into helping us understand how the different parts of our brain work and why it is essential to find the time and shift past your “norm”. This is the only way to reach your goal while understanding it is a long-term process.
Episode Timestamps
● [02:04] Geovanny’s Update
● [06:05] Constant Growth
● [11:33] Communication & Boundaries
● [16:22] Motivation
● [20:58] Identity Shift
● [26:15] Controllable & Uncontrollable
● [31:11] The Conscious and the Subconscious
● [39:00] Create the Environment
● [48:05] Understanding the Long-Term Effect
● [1:08:30] Mindset to Getting Started
Resources Mentioned
● Book: The Four Tendencies
● Facebook: Geovanny Ricardo
● Instagram: @geovannyricardofitness
Quotes
[Geovanny] “The identity and process are what you can control.”
[Mauro] “Create the environment that’s conducive to your goal”
[Geovanny] “If it’s important enough for you, you will find the time”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Marc Ciminelli.
Marc is an experienced Kinesiologist from Quebec who has been in the industry for over 2 decades. He is also the owner of Kin-Experts Inc. an ultra-marathon runner, husband and father.
He begins with his origin story, taking us back to the age of 6 and being inspired by his grandmother to venture into the field of optometry before realizing medical school would not be a good fit for him.
In understanding, Kinesiology/Exercise Psychology has the same tone of helping people with physical and overall health, he then pursued his Bachelor's in Clinical Exercise Physiology and his Master's in Physical Activity.
In conclusion, Marc reminds us that you have to keep an open mind regarding what health and fitness are and that there is no one way to achieve your goal. You must accept that you will fail but failure is part of the root of success.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:54] Origin Story
● [05:03] Growing Up Being Active
● [07:27] Approach to Getting Started
● [11:08] Pre-Assessment will Determine the Objective
● [14:49] How to Ease into Running
● [20:57] Getting Active
● [24:39] The 4 Major Pillars of Health
● [28:06] Readjust your Goals depending on your pillars
● [36:41] Personal Objective
● [49:01] Advice for Getting Started
Resources Mentioned
● Book: Make It Right by Mike Holmes
● Book: Born to Run by Christopher McDougall
Quotes
[Marc] “Before you run, you have to walk.”
[Marc] “You will fail but health and wellness is a lifelong challenge”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Chevy Phillip and his partner Hash Sandhu.
Hash, an online fitness coach, got into fitness about a year and a half ago to become more confident with her body and weight. In going through her journey and realizing she was an inspiration to many she decided it was a good idea to help other and inspire females who struggle with body dysmorphia like she previously did.
Chevy, is an IFBB Pro and personal trainer who recently took part in the Olympia. He takes us through his fitness journey and the importance of understanding that fitness is not a race or a quick fix but a lifelong journey. Together with Hash, they intend to build a brand that empires and helps others reach their goals.
Listen as they share their life and journey with us.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:14] All about Hash
● [08:38] Mindset is Important
● [10:32] Chevy’s Suggestions
● [15:05] Having a Fitness Pro Partner
● [21:48] Hash & Chev Youtube
● [27:47] Chevy’s Coaching Philosophy
● [29:41] Hash’s Approach
● [33:43] Chevy’s 3 Things for Getting Started
● [35:47] Hash’s 3 Things
● [41:11] Recent Interests
● [43:23] Future Goals
● [45:38] Hash’s Closing Advice
● [46:33] Chevy’s Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● Chevy’s Instagram
● Hash’s Instagram
● Hash & Chev YouTube
Quotes
[Chevy] “It’s not a race, it’s a lifelong journey.”
[Chevy] “Enjoy the process, don’t expect immediate results”
[Hash] “If there is something you believe in just go after that”
[Hash] “Do what you want and don’t listen to anybody else”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Danielle DaCosta.
Danielle is an IFBB Fitness Pro from Toronto, a Certified Personal Trainer (ISSA) and Certified Nutrition and Diet Coach (Precision Nutrition) and a group fitness instructor with a passion for empowering others to live their happiest and healthiest most confident lives.
She joins us to speak about fitness and her journey leading up to and participating in the Olympia for Fitness. She speaks to us about understanding your “Why” and finding the motivation to move towards your goal even in times of doubt.
In her full-time career in fitness, she hopes to continue to encourage and empower others to feel confident in the gym and in life. Having an Honors Bachelor Degree in psychology and truly believing the body achieves what that mind believes.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:59] Qualifying for the Olympia
● [04:38] You Can Do It
● [07:24] The Olympia
● [16:51] Apparance in Competition
● [21:15] Don’t Compare Yourself to Others
● [27:36] Reverse Diet
● [33:22] Getting Started Again
● [37:47] Coaching as a Pro
● [44:59] Find what Motivates You
● [51:00] Are you Doing Everything it Takes?
Quotes
[Mauro] “Don’t Compare yourself to the next person”
[Danielle] “Find your Why”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Nick Jonsson.
Like many senior executives, he overcame the debilitating loneliness that many leaders face without a peer group who understands their unique challenges. Through his recovery, he was able to go from depression to ironman.
Now, 5 years into his recovery, he shares with us his journey which started back in Sweden where he worked as a construction worker but due to a motorcycle accident could no longer work in his field but decided to return and finish his high school education at the age of 21.
While rebuilding his life, he began to realize how many leaders and entrepreneurs need peers who can relate to their challenges and play a supportive role both professionally and socially. He began to speak up about mental health issues in the workplace and the nourishing role of meaningful relationships.
Today, as a global thought leader on the subject of mental well-being, his passion is to help professionals live happier, healthier more successful lives through meaningful connections to one another.
As Founder and Managing Director of Executives’ Global Network (EGN) Singapore, Indonesia & Malaysia, Asia’s largest executive peer networking organization, and #1 international bestselling author, of Executive Loneliness.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:15] Nick Jonsson
● [07:22] Step 1: Taking Stock
● [08:46] Step 2: Asking for Help
● [11:42] Step 3: Get Healthy
● [13:41] Step 4: Nurturing Healthy Relationships
● [20:58] Step 5: Finding your Purpose
● [26:18] Regaining your Health
● [31:29] Taking the First Steps
● [36:23] Improving Breathing
● [39:17] What is Executive Loneliness?
● [42:22] Building Resiliency
● [44:49] Smiling Depression
● [54:34] Nick’s Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● Book: Executive Loneliness by Nick Jonsson
● Linkedin: Nick Jonsson
● Nick Jonsson
● Instagram: @jonssonnick
● Oxygen Advantage by Patrick Mckeown
● Brain Mackenzie
● Brain Mackenzie SH//FT
Quotes
[Nick] “Don’t Keep it a Secret.”
[Nick] “Make a List and Share it with Someone”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with return guest Morgan Sutherland.
Morgan takes us through her fitness journey and how she balances law school, works as a fitness trainer at Fit Squad Training and maintains her fitness goals.
She speaks to us about the importance of finding a balance which works for you to be and feel your best. We also understand the power of communication in vocalizing our needs and boundaries to maintain a cohesive relationship with loved ones while working towards our personal goals.
Morgan’s advice for everyone is to just start. If you are thinking of pursuing a goal or making a life change, just go for it. So Start Wherever. Start Scared. Just Start.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:29] Transitioning into Law School
● [06:41] Finding the Balance
● [11:36] Everyone is Different
● [16:32] Finding “Me Time”
● [28:49] Maintaining Boundaries
● [32:45] Fit Squad Training
● [40:48] Fenom Program
● [48:31] Techniques for Getting Started
● [51:14] Ground Yourself
● [54:48] Just Start
Resources Mentioned
● Fit Squad Training
● Instagram:@morgsutherland
Quotes
[Morgan] “Start Wherever. Start Scared. Start Uncomfortable. Just Start”
[Morgan] “It is ok to assert your boundaries”
[Morgan] “Take the time to check in with yourself”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Dan Coniglio and Bree Greig.
Dan is a musician, yoga teacher and business manager who loves assisting others in reaching their potential. His goal is to use my combined experience as a personal coach, yoga instructor and musician to give you precise, engaging and entertaining guidance into the Wim Hof Method.
He believes that learning to be present and manage anxiety is one of the most important things we can learn. Along with Bree, he teaches the Wim Hof Method and helps clients to understand that every WHM session is an opportunity to use the tools of Breath, Mindset, and Cold for personal healing and transformation.
Bree is a practitioner of yoga and movement for over 15 years, and a musician for her whole life, Bree’s classes are an eclectic blend of motion, breathing, and inquiry. As a constant student, she bridges the wisdom of the internal arts with contemporary movement modalities and offers up a practice that inspires her students to get to know their own bodies, be their own gurus, and be moved by the light from within.
She shares similar goals as Dan and works alongside him teaching the Wim Hof Method. Please listen and download Breathing Beats.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:18] Dan Coniglio
● [02:52] Bree Greig
● [10:04] Purposeful Experience
● [22:18] Mauro’s Experience with the Method
● [29:02] The Musical Aspect
● [30:39] Retreat Info
● [38:45] How to Downregulate your Breathing
● [43:05] Sleep is the Core
● [53:04] Mauro’s Approach
● [56:07] Coregeous Ball Method
● [01:04:33] Breathing Beats Downregulate Exercise
Resources Mentioned
● Wim Hof Method
● Instagram: Bree Greig
● Instagram: Dan Coniglio
● Instagram: Breathing Beats
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Amyann Faul.
Amyann is a holistic healthcare provider and Tantric Embodiment Coach with a Master's Degree focused in Environmental and Sustainability Education from York University. She is also a New Earth Priestess, Magdalene of the Rose Lineage, and Womb Shaman. ⠀
Like many, she was born into a fundamentalist Christian home and grew up believing that femininity, the body, sensual/sexual expression, and pleasure were wrong and shameful. She shares with us the MANY blocks she experienced around pleasure for herself.
Amyann found tantra and sacred sexuality in 2012 and has been on this path ever since, studying from different teachers, mentors, shamanic priestesses, and lineages.
In June 2018, she was taken into a spontaneously altered state of awareness and given profound visions and a deepened understanding of my life path. This began with Womb Awakening, and my Kundalini Awakening followed soon after.
Today, she is committed to guiding others to the Truth of their innermost being. She helps us remember that we are our own healers, and we can turn our shame into pleasure and our trauma into power.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:03] Who is Amyann Faul?
● [02:40] How It All Began
● [10:51] Orgasmic Healing
● [19:51] Transmutation
● [23:54] King Making & Queen Making
● [28:11] Steps in Orgasmic Healing
● [37:46] Take the Full Route to Heal
● [41:18] Sexological Bodywork for Men
● [42:53] Get Present with Yourself
● [48:04] Before you Start Tantric Healing
Resources Mentioned
● Facebook: Amyann Faul
● Instagram: @amyann.art
● Orgasmic Healing with Amyann Faul
● Book: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Michael Marras.
Michael, like many other teenage boys, originally fell in love with fitness at age 15 and enjoyed working on his fitness, however, after over a decade as an RCMP officer he decided to take a bold move and gestured into fitness.
He speaks about navigating fitness as a father and fitting in a workout where it aligns with your goals. In addition to making the effort, it’s important to have the mindset to get you to your goals.
As the holidays approach, he shares the best strategies which will keep you on track while indulging with family and friends.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:20] Who is Michael?
● [10:02] Simplifying Cooking your Vegetables
● [20:28] Doing Multiple Sets
● [25:07] Experience
● [35:19] Surviving the Buffet
● [39:44] Have a Goal
● [48:56] Intervention
● [55:28] Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● @Michael Marras
● No More Homers with Michael
Quotes
[Michael] “Make little deposit into the bank of future health”.”
[Michael] “Workout when you can”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Clemente Sala.
Clemente started his fitness journey at 15 years old with basic weight training in high school and in keeping active he also played soccer. Having explored a few career paths prior, he was then guided into the fitness industry.
In his continued love for soccer, he currently coaches a youth girls' soccer team and enjoys the challenge and opportunity to teach girls about soccer at a young age.
In addition to being a soccer coach, he is also a yoga instructor and personal trainer and enjoys teaching others how to focus on their health and fitness for them, even if it’s just for the physical results.
Listen as he takes us through his journey and why we should all put effort into taking care of ourselves.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:37] A Little About Clemente
● [05:32] Make the Time to Workout
● [09:46] Preparation is Key
● [15:29] Find your Reason
● [25:20] The Certification Path
● [30:21] Fitness & Yoga is Different
● [36:08] Movement is Important
● [44:41] Cut through The Noise
● [54:33] Personal Training Experience
● [1:00:51] Put Effort into Yourself
● [1:02:36] Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @_clemente_sala
Quotes
[Clemente] “You got to go with the flow and take those changes as they come.”
[Clemente] “It needs to come across as something that you need to do for yourself”
[Clemente] “Get out of your own way”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Sachin Patel.
Sachin is a father, husband, philanthropist, functional medicine practice success coach, international speaker, and best-selling author whose philosophy is, "The doctor of the future is the patient." He is actively doing whatever it takes to keep people out of the medical system by empowering them through education, self-care, and remapping their mindset.
He founded The Living Proof Institute and coached practitioners worldwide on how to step into their power and profoundly serve their communities. He has taught thousands of functional medicine professionals how to start, grow, and scale their practices.
To date he has delivered hundreds of community workshops, he is an advocate for changing the healthcare paradigm and he has devoted his life to the betterment of healthcare for both patients and practitioners.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:20] The Origin of Sachin Patel
● [05:10] Functional Medicine
● [09:48] The Autonomic Nervous System
● [14:00] The ParasympatheticNervous System
● [18:02] Breathing and the Mechanics of the Mouth
● [26:29] The Lost Art of Proper Breathing
● [31:35] Tongue Posture - Mewing Exercises
● [40:18] Circadian Rhythm
● [45:50] Dopamine Detox
● [50:42] Sleep
● [55:27] Metabolic Analytics
● [56:45] Become the Doctor of your Future
Resources Mentioned
● Sachin Patel
● Get Your Book - Perfect Practice
● Build your Perfect Practice
● The Living Proof Institute
● Instagram - @thesachinpatel
Quotes
[Sachin] “Nothing can fix you better than you can fix yourself”
[Sachin] “The doctor of the future is the patient”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Dr. Lucrecia Hardowar.
Dr. Hardowar recently obtained her doctorate from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2021 but prior she completed both her Bachelor of Sciences Honours degrees at York University with a dual focus in Kinesiology and Health Science and Psychology
Being a registered Kinesiologist with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario, she has a history of working in the fitness and rehabilitation industry and excels in rehabilitation and coaching just to name a few.
Lucrecia believes that each patient deserves to be treated in an individualized way, where you are in partnership to achieve the patients’ goals together. She combines education and empowerment strategies for each patient in order to aid her patients in living more physically fulfilling lives.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:05] Dr. Hardowar Origin Story
● [05:26] Understanding thorough Research
● [11:42] Analyze and Align
● [16:42] The fulfillment of Growth
● [22:30] Old vs New Methods
● [28:10] Speed Clinic Care
● [34:36] Pelvic Floor Health
● [40:15] No, It's Not Normal
● [45:10] Prenatal Care
● [49:04] ACL Repair
● [53:41] Do your Research
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @dr.lucreciahardowar
● Triangle Physiotherapy
Quotes
[Lucrecia] “Just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s normal”
[Lucrecia] “Get assessed before you begin any treatment”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Oskar Kamiński.
Oskar who is a fellow mentee from the Muscle Intelligence mentorship is also a Level 4 Diabetes & Obesity management specialist and physical trainer who shares with us his fitness journey and his professional career.
He takes us through the journey which initially began as helping his friends in high school to expand to him further developing himself and qualifying as a personal trainer to then working as a personal trainer on Cruise Ships.
With his passion to combine travel with work, he navigated the different dynamics of training while on a Cruise Ship. Although it was not as hands-on as he expected, after 3 months he moved and was successful in landing a position as a trainer in Gibraltar.
In closing, Oskar reminds us the key to getting started is not to overcomplicate things and find what works for you.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:14] All things Oskar
● [02:02] How it all Started
● [05:00] Enjoying Travel while Working
● [09:05] Exploring Resistance Training
● [14:48] Catering to a Wider Spectrum of Clients
● [19:39] Training to Swim
● [23:45] Swimming around the Rock
● [29:55] Understanding what the Client Needs
● [33:07] Advice for Getting Started
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram - @coaching_by_oskar
Quotes
[Oskar] “Don’t overcomplicate things.”
[Oskar] “Look into your lifestyle and make small changes”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Lamonte Goode.
Goode is the Artistic Director, Founder and Creator of CYBERYOGA a type of movement that some would say "defies gravity". Coming from a background in dancing - break dancing, contemporary and modern dance; Goode decided to create something new and unique to give individuals an option to get through their tough times while working on their overall health.
Having gone through his own hardships and healing journey, he understood what was needed to help others on their journey. Understanding dance and its progression and how it influences the mind and body, he was able to incorporate the different aspects into his practice.
C.Y.B.E.R. is an acronym for Calisthenics, Yoga, Breakdance, Evolution, and Revolution. The acrobatics component is great for strength and control. The movement aspect comes from contemporary and modern and the breaking aspect is unique on its own and also incorporates strength and expression while yoga is the base that binds it all together creating a new-age futuristic practice.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:53] Who is Lamonte Goode?
● [01:32] What is CYBERYOGA?
● [05:55] The Evolution of CYBERYOGA
● [11:40] Getting started with your Healing
● [12:30] Lamonte’s Plant Medicine Healing Experience
● [23:26] How was your Healing Experience Helpful?
● [28:19] Did the Healing create a connection for the practice?
● [29:14] Lamonte’s Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram - Lamonte Goode ( CYBERYOGA )
● Instagram - Team Cyber Yoga
● CYBERYOGA
Quotes
[Lamonte] “You must find the balance between strength and healing”
[Lamonte] “Start learning to start loving yourself authentically and with integrity”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Reed Davis.
Reed is the Founder of the Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN) Certification Course and is known as one of the world's most successful and experienced clinicians.
Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN) focuses on finding the hidden stressors at the root of today's most common health problems. The FDN Certification course is open to professional healthcare providers and we have trained hundreds of Health Coaches, Chiropractors, Acupuncturists, Nutritionists, Nurses and other providers.
After helping thousands of people as the Case Manager and Clinical Nutritionist in a Wellness Center, he made his observations about who got better and who did not. Without question, the people who improved their health worked close to the underlying cause, not simply treating the symptoms.
Today, FDN has trained over 4,000 practitioners in 50+ countries and helped over 10,000 people get well & stay well naturally. Reed is known as one of the most successful and experienced clinicians in the world, having provided functional assessments to over 10,000 clients.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:48] Who is Reed Davis?
● [04:19] Observing Patterns
● [07:36] H.I.D.D.E.N.
● [11:35] Body Typing
● [15:07] D.R.E.S.S.
● [18:49] The Intake Process
● [25:25] No Medication Necessary
● [30:08] Adult Compliance
● [34:39] FDN Training
● [39:24] Become your own Routine
● [43:42] The Past does not equal The Future
Resources Mentioned
● FDN Training Instagram
● Get Real Results with D.R.E.S.S.
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Andrea Scodeller.
Andrea is the owner of Strength and Spirit and is also a Personal Trainer, Registered Massage Therapist, Yoga Instructor, Holistic Lifestyle Coach, Fascial Stretch Therapist and much more who builds the life she wants while helping others understand their body along the way.
Listen as she takes us on her fitness journey and her love and understanding of energy, breath and cold exposure. Wellness for her isn't just about working out; it's about eating healthy, getting outside, choosing toxic-free products, and connecting to your soul through yoga and meditation.
Having also been a client in the industry prior to becoming a coach, she has the ability to navigate her clients from both sides of the spectrum in a way that will fully benefit her clients.
We hope you find this episode as intriguing and informative as we do.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:04] Andres’s Fitness Journey
● [04:21] Growth through Discomfort
● [08:09] Being Disconnected
● [12:57] Get More Connected
● [17:59] Control your Emotions
● [24:50] Learn to Overcome
● [28:55] Protectin you
● [35:22] Don't Stress
● [39:29] Andrea’s Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● Strength and Spirit
● Andrea’s Instagram
Quotes
[Andrea] “My thing is doing things that will make me uncomfortable but will lead to growth..”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Lisa.
Lisa, a certified personal trainer and yoga instructor shared with us that her fitness journey initially began with sports growing up. She takes us down memory lane as she shares memories of her childhood and her travels to learn more about yoga.
Having the opportunity to have travelled to increase her knowledge of mindfulness and peace, she now takes time to help others harness her potential through movement and fitness. She encourages her clients to increase their mindfulness when exercising and in life.
As we listen, we are intrigued by her determination and passion to help others develop themselves from the inside out. She highly recommends meditation to help you enhance your life, be true to yourself and release your expectations.
Episode Timestamps
● [02:32] Lisa’s Introduction to Fitness
● [05:09] Yoga Certification
● [10:03] Understanding your History
● [15:28] Difference in Perspective
● [21:08] Sticking to your Word
● [26:28] Personal Shift
● [31:33] Self Control
● [35:13] The Changing Ethos
● [39:42] Nerding out on Meditation
● [47:10] Be True to Yourself
Resources Mentioned
● Lisa Marie Fitness
Quotes
[Lisa] “Understanding where you come from and whose shoulders you’re standing on.”
[Lisa] “I want to create, I do not want to react”
[Lisa] “There is an asset in meditation.”
[Lisa] “Release your Expectations”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Amy Reid.
Amy is a Registered Massage Therapist, Certified Personal Trainer, and Massage Therapy Program Coordinator at Durham College with 17 years of experience in the health care field and primarily treats sports-related injuries and repetitive strain conditions.
After starting her training in strength training and noticing a gap in her knowledge as it relates to connecting health and fitness, she decided to go back to school for Massage Therapy to integrate the assessment piece to assist clients with rehab injuries and make improvements.
With several designations, she strives to help people become better by making brave choices toward optimal health. Her professional and personal experiences have influenced her coaching by understanding that everyone must commit themself to making brave choices and not be influenced by what others suggest they “should do”.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:52] Amy’s Fitness Beginning
● [05:03] Understanding your Goal
● [11:04] Fitness Growing Up
● [15:07] Going Back to School as an Adult
● [20:30] Listening to your Gut
● [25:16] Understanding your WHY
● [32:21] Physical Pain & Emotional Pain
● [36:25] From a Business Perspective
● [43:15] New Obsessions
● [19:45] Amy’s Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● The Confidence Gap
Quotes
[Amy] “It’s a vulnerable place when people share what’s most important to them”
[Amy] “Learn to trust your gut.”
[Mauro] “You don’t have control over anything you can only control yourself.”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with his friend, colleague and return guest Kahlil Chiza-Ricketts.
Kahlil gives us an update on what he has been doing since he last spoke to us during the pandemic. He takes us down memory lane to his time working with Peloton and the change he noticed with persons being motivated to stay active during the pandemic.
He helps us to understand why fad diets are relevant and the steps you can take to have a more sustainable, long-term plan while listening to your body and understanding your limits along the way.
With the overall goal being a healthy lifestyle, he reminds us that we are not able to do anything without motivation. The key is to motivate yourself and understand your limits so you can work towards being healthy while being kind to yourself and knowing the results do not happen overnight.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:01] Post Pandemic Update
● [05:52] Online vs In-Person Coaching
● [09:02] Tips for Finding a Good Trainer Online
● [17:20] The Reason behind a fad diet (easy & convenience)
● [23:02] Getting Sustainable Results
● [24:25] Being Physical while Injured
● [27:52] The Psychological part of Fitness
● [31:35] Motivating Yourself
● [34:15] A Different Perspective
● [39:31] Be Kind to Yourself
Quotes
[Kahlil] “Some people don’t want to work hard”
[Mauro] “You can continue to be active with having an injury”
[Kahlil] “We’re not humans that were born to be perfect, we were born to face adversity and face struggle”
[Kahlil] “Be kind to yourself”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Coach Len and Cass (Cassandra Colosimo).
In today’s episode, they discuss the aspect of the fitness industry with the narrative that suggests that trainers and coaches do not go through the same struggles as ordinary people when it comes to health and fitness.
Both Coach Len and Cass share their fitness journey and their relatability to the everyday person. Cass, who is a group fitness instructor currently working towards her training certification, tells us about her past perception of the fitness Industry and how her views and understanding have since changed.
Coach Len also shares his past perception of where you would think fitness was only for or about the persons who “looked fit” when in reality, body image, should not dictate how serious a coach or person is regarding their fitness journey or how they can help you.
In closing, they leave us with key points to reiterate not to focus on the “looks” of it all but understand your journey and getting to your goal.
Episode Timestamps
● [02:22] Coach Len
● [03:08] Cass
● [05:14] First Impression
● [08:23] Industry Expectations
● [10:13] You Are Not Alone
● [17:40] Positive Influences
● [23:28] Self Development
● [30:01] Being Comfortable at the Gym
● [36:34] Understanding Bad Body Image Days
● [39:39] Len’s Closing
● [44:41] Cass’s Closing
Quotes
[Mauro] “Their opinion is only their opinion”
[Coach Len] “We don’t need more “good looking” people. We need more people who feel healthy and are increasing their longevity”
[Cass] “Fitness has to do with your physical health just as much as your mental state”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Heather Harrison.
Heather is a certified coach, head coach and owner of Shift One, an exercise physiologist, and a professor within the Fitness and Health Promotion & Massage Therapy at Durham College with over 12 years of experience in the fitness industry.
She has a passion for and includes Internal Control Psychology in her coaching. She helps her clients and students reach different levels of self-evaluation and understand how it impacts their weight loss journey.
Heather discusses in detail how we incorporate Choice Theory in our everyday lives and how we see this greatly as our routines were interrupted by the pandemic and even now getting back into a routine.
In closing, she answers the question of how to help your children to have a healthy relationship with food, which she advises begins with your beliefs. Understanding your beliefs about food and weight will determine how you teach others and understand that weight bias does exist.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:37] External & Internal Behaviour
● [05:27] Choice Theory
● [12:09] Neuroplasticity
● [21:06] Different Views in the Industry
● [24:00] Combining Fitness & Mental Health
● [30:17] Science vs Fad
● [34:54] Self Autonomy
● [40:32] Closing the Gap between a Fad and Long-Term Plan
● [46:00] Teaching a Healthy Relationship with Food
● [53:15] Weight Bias Exists
● [56:20] Understanding your Weight
● [1:00:02] Changing the Dynamic
● [1:02:41] Challenge your Assumption
Resources Mentioned
● Choice Theory: A New Psychology of Personal Freedom
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with former client Dr. Gigi Anis (Gigi).
Gigi’s fitness journey initially started as a child but went on pause when she pursued her passion for becoming a veterinarian. After getting back into fitness, the basics and staying consistent helped her achieve her desired results.
As a veterinarian, she shares how the same calorie deficit plan we use for weight loss as people is similar to what she will suggest for weight loss in animals as everything comes right back to a calorie deficit.
Since deciding to make a change in 2019, Gigi shares the health benefits she felt in her professional and personal life. The pains she attributes to her profession disappeared as she improved her health.
Towards the end of the podcast, she shares her Self Prophecy routine and suggests everyone remove anything from their life that doesn’t serve their purpose.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:12] Gigi Fitness Journey
● [05:20] Motivation to Make a Change
● [10:05] Protein Intake, Calorie Deficit & Consistency
● [15:52] Accountability
● [22:31] Consistency
● [26:08] Self Prophecy - Removing Rocks
● [32:59] Find the Time for your health
● [38:30] Setting your Standards
● [40:00] Gigi’s Advice for Getting Started
Resources Mentioned
● Gigi’s Instagram: @dr.gigi4pets
Quotes
[Gigi] “Consistency is the key. Just keep at it.”
[Gigi] “Anything that does not serve your purpose should be eliminated”
[Gigi] “We cannot teach what we don’t live”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down in a special Q & A episode with Anthony Curcuruto.
In another great Q & A episode, Coach Mauro sits down with Anthony to go through questions received on Instagram with the help of Julia as the moderator making it more of a conversation.
Our hope is to Incite Knowledge through these episodes and we would like to thank everyone who reached out with a question. Feel free to reach out to us on Instagram or the Incite Coaching website; we will be more than happy to help.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:36] How has your approach to coaching changed?
● [07:34] How has your view of the Industry changed?
● [14:42] How to sift through all the information
● [32:28] What is something new that interests you?
● [39:18] How to find a good trainer?
● [46:20] Advice for getting started
Resources Mentioned
● Cookspiration
● Incite Coaching
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down in a special Q & A episode with Arishan “Shawn” Alonto.
Moderating the episode is our return guest Flavia Rocca who goes asked the questions we received through Instagram and also a few questions of her own.
Thank you to everyone who asked a question on Instagram. Feel free to reach out to us on Instagram or through the Incite Coaching website and we will be more than happy to help.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:34] Flexibility & Mobility
● [02:44] Flexibility & Mobility in Strength Training
● [05:30] Can Age be a Factor
● [10:04] Fitness and Injury
● [12:53] Slower-Paced Exercises
● [15:52] Different Exercises and Progress with Strength Training
● [17:32] Weight Lifting and Weight Loss
● [21:30] The Accuracy of MyFitnessTracker
● [26:57] HRV
● [29:03] BMI and its Importance
Resources Mentioned
● Incite Coaching
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Dr. Alessandro Pichini.
Dr. Alessandro Pichini is a chiropractor and President/CEO of Revitamax Rehab & Wellness. Revitamax Rehab is a clinic in the North Etobicoke area that helps those with muscle, joint and nerve-related pain and conditions. Their services include chiropractic, physiotherapy, massage therapy, compression stockings and custom foot orthotics. Their practitioners are highly qualified to help you understand your pain, provide the relief you've been looking for and help prevent it from returning.
Dr. Pichini has been moulded through a solid background in health sciences and healthy living. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Waterloo and graduated as a Chiropractor from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. He received a number of awards and recognition for academic excellence, achievements within his community, and published research and was selected to complete his chiropractic internship within the Family Health Department at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto. Dr. Pichini uses a scientific approach to train your body to be ready to handle any of life's physical challenges; anywhere from preparing you for a sport to helping you to return to the simple activities, you love doing.
Dr. Pichini treats various acute and chronic injuries related to your muscles, joints and nerves. He aims to personalize his treatment plan with your individual needs and comfort level using evidence-based chiropractic care and well-rounded protocols such as soft tissue therapy, adjustments, active rehabilitation, medical acupuncture and various pain/healing modalities. He takes a proactive approach to your health and looks at the whole of you to identify the cause of your pain; not just the source.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:03] Who is Dr. Pichini?
● [05:50] Proactive versus Reactive Therapy
● [09:22] Beyond the Spine
● [14:46] Core Stability
● [21:38] Benefits of Meditation and Deep Breathing
● [25:48] Acupuncture
● [30:16] Becoming More Informed
● [37:26] Deadlifts should only be Done Correctly
● [40:18] Chiropractor versus Physiotherapist
● [45:34] Cronic versus Acute
Resources Mentioned
● Revitamax Rehab & Wellness
Location: 680 Rexdale Blvd, Unit 11, Etobicoke, M9W 0B5
To book an appointment: Call 416 360 8326 or visit Revitamax.ca
Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 9 am to 7:30 pm, Saturday 9 am to 3:30 pm
● Instagram: @Revitamaxrehab
● Youtube: Revitamax Rehab & Wellness
● TikTok: RevitamaxRehab
● Youtube: Revitamax Rehab & Wellness
Quotes
[Dr. Pichini] “Motion is Lotion for the Joints”
[Dr. Pichini] “We need to be proactive as opposed to reactive”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with a return guest and friend Coach Terry Jackson.
Terry speaks about returning to a post-pandemic fitness routine and the mental aspect contributing to your motivation and resilience.
He takes us through his experience of recovering from injury and pain management to avoid becoming prescription dependent. As a Strength and Conditioning coach discusses the importance of planning out an essential refeed along your muscle-building journey to prepare yourself for the continuation of your plan.
In closing, he wishes everyone will understand that they are not alone when it comes to psychological warfare everyone goes through it. The goal is to know there is help and you will push through it but having structured criteria will be most beneficial during those difficult times.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:08] Post Pandemic Fitness
● [05:34] Experimenting with Cutting
● [15:55] Psychological Warfare
● [20:04] Remaining Discipline when Social
● [25:35] Recovering from Injury
● [35:00] Have a Plan for Pain Management
● [43:09] Know you are Not Alone
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram:@ch.tjackson
Quotes
[Terry] “It’s consistency and showing up whether you want to or not”
[Terry] “Motion is Lotion”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with a friend and client Melissa.
Melissa takes us through her fitness journey, which began the incorrect way as a teen as she seems to turn to food for comfort. Like many others, she was intimidated by the gym but worked through her fear of shame or weight.
Having been hit by a drunk driver at age 24 and given a 7% chance to live, she is a walking testimony that you can overcome anything and work your way to your fitness goals. After gaining weight due to limited mobility, she also shares her experience of making a conscious decision in terms of her health.
In closing Melissa's advice is to remind us that a little change is all we need to get started. Don’t worry about others instead, worry about the steps you can make and never speak down to yourself during the process.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:14] Melissa’s Fitness Journey
● [04:14] Catastrophe to Motivation
● [10:30] Mental Resilience
● [18:32] The Importance of Tracking
● [24:10] A little Change is All You Need
● [27:40] Weight Yo-Yoing
● [29:15] If I can Do It, So can you
Quotes
[Melissa] “Do what works for you”
[Melissa] “Take the help you can”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Abiola.
Abiola like many others wanted to be active in sports growing up and did not have the opportunity and later developed an unhealthy relationship with food. Having made many attempts along the journey such as different diet fads etc she later realized getting started was something as simple as walking.
Having the drive for change and noticing she felt different from just walking, she decided to take matters into her own hands and begin trying different workouts and routines through her research and bouncing knowledge off others.
She also speaks to us about starting small and understanding what exercises/plan works best for you. Listening to your body and being consistent is ideal for the process in addition to being strict with your nutrition and understanding what your body needs.
In closing, the most important thing she wants us to remember is we be mindful of how we speak to ourselves. The things we tell ourselves matter and you can always Do Whatever You Want To Do.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:48] Abiola Origin Story
● [03:53] As Simple as Walking
● [07:15] Listen to Your Body
● [12:19] Your Relationship with Food
● [16:56] The Best Workout for You
● [20:22] Do It because You Want To
● [24:57] The Influence of Change
● [28:41] Finding the Meaning
● [34:13] Just Do Something
● [35:03] Closing Remarks
Resources Mentioned
● Book: Hyperbole and a Half
● Instagram: @borninlove_
Quotes
[Abiola] “Take your time. Do not compare yourself to other people”
[Abiola] “The obsession of worrying about calories too much can be a bad thing”
[Abiola] “Life is supposed to be enjoyable”
[Abiola] “Do It For You”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Jacqueline Owens who many know as Coach Jacq.
Coach Jacq who is currently a functional strength coach at All Day Fit, has always been active growing up and navigated towards the more intense sports. Growing into her teen years she did not give up on fitness as she continued to be an athlete.
Her natural drive and motivation to provide her clients with an opportunity to improve their physical and mental well-being have proven to be an inspiration to all. She tells us how she navigated to personal training more so because of community which is important to her.
Having obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Criminology from Westen University in addition to her many fitness credentials has allowed her to grow immensely in the industry.
In closing, Coach Jacq reminds us of the importance of being consistent and having a balance in your health & fitness plan while getting comfortable with being uncomfortable as you work towards your goals.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:51] Who is Coach Jacq
● [05:25] Strength & Conditioning as a young athlete
● [11:08] Strength Training doesn’t mean bulk
● [16:22] Favourite Clients
● [20:24] Working with Injured Athletes
● [25:45] Habit Tracking
● [30:50] You Don’t have to be Sore
● [35:28] Balancing your Fitness Approach
● [41:09] Improving as a Coach
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @getjacqd_
● Instagram: @alldayfit.co
● All Day Fit
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Alena Luciani.
Alena is the founder and head coach of Training2XL which she initially began as a way for herself and other graduating athletes to access strength training programs.
Having been an athlete in her teen years it was no surprise her sports journey will continue to Wilfrid Laurier University where she played varsity basketball while earning her B.A. in Kinesiology.
In continuing her education, she then went on to receive a Masters of Sports Science and Recreation with a distinction in Coaching from Ohio University. She has also a certified as a Strength & Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength & Conditioning Association, as well as USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach.
Listen as Alena takes us through her fitness journey and the importance of strength training as a young upcoming athlete to prevent injury and prepare yourself for a long-lasting career.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:54] Who is Alena Luciani
● [05:58] Strength & Conditioning
● [10:02] Everyone's an Athlete
● [17:15] Adjusting for Mental Health
● [25:10] Off-Season & In-Season Training
● [28:04] Athlete’s for Life
● [35:32] Guided Nutrition
● [40:58] Guidance & Support
Resources Mentioned
● Training2XL
● Instagram: @training2xl
Quotes
[Alena] “You don’t need a designated playing surface to be able to call yourself an athlete”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with friend and colleague Danielle DaCosta.
Danielle is an IFBB (International Federation of BodyBuilders) Pro whose fitness journey is nothing unusual as she was an athletic kid who tried many sports. Although fitness took the back burner in her early adult years, she got back into fitness as an outlet for self-care.
Having a specialized honours Bachelor's Degree in Physiology has allowed her to be able to identify the mental challenges and help people understand the mental aspects which fuel or interfere with their fitness.
She speaks to us about the importance of finding the balance between your personal and professional life. Although you want to help your clients as much as possible, you have to protect your own time as much as possible.
Like many others, Danielle's past includes an unhealthy relationship with food. Unpacking it all, she shares with us the difficulty she has with reverse dieting after getting ready for a show and why it is important for others to understand it there is a cost associated with being lean.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:01] Danielle’s Fitness Journey
● [05:03] Psychology and Fitness
● [10:00] Getting into Coaching
● [15:46] Balancing Personal and Professional Time
● [20:00] The Cost of Being Lean
● [26:02] Focus on the Positives
● [32:10] Finding your Motivation
● [39:05] Set Boundaries and Live your Life
● [44:31] The Story behind the name Swellie
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Louka Kurcer.
Louka, a StrongFirst-Certified Instructor, shares his fitness journey which like many others began in his adult stage in life. After experiencing an unfortunate life change, he learned his own strength and used his days to train and learn strength.
Finding a passion in many books by Pavel Tsatsouline, he slowly started to realize his passion for strength and kettlebell training. These books helps him to learn the best methods to become stronger and he used that to grow his purpose.
Listening to his story you will find he is an inspiration to all. Louka had a clear plan upon his release which would be to become a certified instructor and teach others how to become stronger through kettlebells.
Turning his dream into a reality, Louka now teaches many courses and certifications across Canada. He is also the proud owner of the Kettlebell Club, his own “school of strength” in the Montreal area, where he teaches.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:45] Who is Louka Kurcer?
● [05:48] Books Mentioned
● [10:20] Self-taught Artist
● [15:39] Ballistic and Grind Type Movements
● [20:02] The Ecommerce aspect of Kettlebells
● [25:54] Correct Form
● [31:23] Motor Programming
● [36:17] Breathing Certifications
● [41:19] Helpful Certifications
● [43:58] Key Takeaways
Books Mentioned
● Power to the People!
● The Naked Warrior
● Relax into Stretch
● The Russian Kettlebell Challenge
● Return of the Kettlebell
● Enter the Kettlebell!
● Beyond Bodybuilding
● More Books By Pavel Tsatsouline
Helpful Links
● Hardstyle Kettlebell MTL
● StrongFirst - Louka Kurcer
Quotes
[Louka] “You can't shoot a cannon out of a canoe”
[Louka] “Treat your Kettlebell as if it’s always loaded”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Coach Len.
Coach Len shares with us his fitness journey and how he has since grown in the profession. Similar to others, he had no athletic background but always enjoyed playing sports specifically basketball in his later teenage years.
Unlike many others, his professional carrier began through a simple conversation and soon bloomed into something more. What initially began as a part-time opportunity during university combined with passion and good like-minded people grew into a full-time role.
Len also shares he initially didn’t want to begin until he “looked” like a trainer but moved away from that mental roadblock and is now sharing with others that fitness is not only about the way you look.
His mission is to help you to build your strength and wellness through fitness and understand it’s not about “how you look”.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:45] Len’s Fitness Journey
● [05:19] Discovering Self in Fitness
● [10:06] Biggest Lesson Learned as a Coach
● [15:22] Be Efficient
● [21:19] Success Leaves clues
● [26:30] “Look” like a Trainer
● [33:37] Len’s Coaching System
● [36:02] The Importance of Nutrition
● [41:50] Different Breeds of Trainers
● [51:59] Fitness for Longevity
Resources Mentioned
● Instagram: @buildwithlen
● Instagram: @alldayfit.co
● All Day Fit
Quotes
[Len] “You rely on what you’re good at”
[Len] “Impact through awareness”
[Len] “Make fitness custom to you”
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Today on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Ana in a special role reversal episode.
In this long-anticipated episode, Mauro Orrico or Coach Mauro as he is familiarly known finally shares his fitness journey with us and takes us down memory lane. Previously he avoided the spotlight as his main focus is always his clients and never himself but understanding that part of his journey might be helpful to someone makes him more open to sharing.
Growing up he was always involved in sports and activities but gravitated toward football. Although that dream was short-lived, he then found his interest in fitness which mainly pertained to the physique aspects of it.
In transitioning from his studies into the fitness industry, he was immediately hit with the shallow part of fitness where it was deemed he was not adequate to be a trainer as he “Did not look the part” but his work soon spoke for itself.
Listen as he takes us through his journey where his purpose for fitness moved from physique-based to preventative health.
You don’t want to miss it.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:47] How did your Fitness Journey Begin.
● [06:07] Fitness through Education
● [14:30] Progressing in your Fitness Career
● [18:28] How much Impact does Mindset have?
● [22:42] New Learning Opportunities
● [25:28] How Do you Self Care?
● [29:35] The Importance of Community
● [35:59] Future Goals
● [38:42] Be Compassionate with Yourself
Quotes
[Mauro] “Fitness is not the result. It is the vehicle to get you to something you want”
[Mauro] “Be compassionate with yourself”
[Ana] “Every day you have the opportunity to say I’m Choosing Me”
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Today on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Maya Amani.
Maya is the Managing Director of Allo Nutrition, an innovative start-up from Toronto, Canada – and not just your typical nutrition company. They bring you health products that have never been done before such as Protein Powder for Hot Coffee.
The company thrives on helping you with your busy life by curating products that enhance your everyday lifestyle in an easy and manageable way. After months of working to perfect the formula, they are now able to offer the first protein powder that mixes seamlessly into hot coffee – clump-free, sugar-free, and gluten-free.
Although Allo was designed for hot coffee, Maya shares that customers have also been using it in other hot beverages and loving it. The idea is for you to use Allo in a way that will help make your protein intake easier and if that’s in your hot chocolate then that's ok.
In closing, Maya reminds us to make time for ourselves and do what it takes to make ourselves a little bit better.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:56] Introduction to Allo
● [01:49] Maya’s Fitness Journey
● [03:10] The Beginning of Allo
● [06:28] Live Allo
● [08:42] Why Protein?
● [10:38] Benefits of Protein
● [14:27] Maintaining the Integrity of the Protein
● [16:54] Health Canada Certified
● [19:29] Allo on MyFitnessPal
● [21:39] Different Ways to use Allo
● [24:16] Make Time for Yourself
● [26:36] Closing Advice: Read More
Resources Mentioned
● Allo
● Purchase Allo Online
● How to contact Allo
● Prepped
● Incite Coaching
Quotes
[Maya] “Allo your Coffee”
[Maya] “Let’s make our coffee work for us”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Nicole Fraser.
Nicole is an HR professional who specializes in Recruitment & Selection, Employer Branding, Talent Development, Employer Relations and Implementing the HR Policies and Procedures in the workplace. To put it simply, Nicole locates the best persons suited for the organization and helps them succeed and grow within the company.
She speaks to us about the many benefits which may be offered to employees for Health & Wellness and the importance of knowing what is available to you and taking advantage of them. On the common aspect of vacation time, she reminds us why it is also important to take time off and time for yourself other than always trying to build up that vacation time.
In closing, Nicole strongly encourages everyone to take time for themselves each day and disconnect from work as it is beneficial to our health and fitness as work will still be there tomorrow.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:59] Nicole’s Introduction
● [01:54] What are Employees looking for?
● [07:00] Advice to Employees
● [12:00] Get Active
● [17:23] Supporting Mental Wellness
● [23:09] Understand the Resources available to you
● [27:09] Get those Steps In
● [31:36] Make Time for Yourself
● [33:56] Closing Summary
Resources Mentioned
● Headspace: Meditation and Sleep Made Simple
Quotes
[Nicole] “Any movement is better than no movement”
[Nicole] “Work will always be there tomorrow”
[Nicole] “Use what you have to your advantage”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with personal trainer Maks Celkowski.
Maks started his fitness journey at a young age as he started swimming competitively in grade 2 until the end of high school. He tells us about the training routines and then takes a break from full hands-on training at University before getting in the gym and starting the new course in his fitness journey.
He also takes us through his journey in realizing he wanted to pursue fitness professionally and his experience in working within the industry with like-minded people who have gone from strangers to friends as time goes on.
He shares his knowledge of philosophy and the ways in which it links back to fitness and everyday life. In closing, Maks wants everyone to know that getting fit does not have to feel scary to get started. With proper programming and the right motivation, you will be fine and enjoy the journey.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:18] Who is Maks?
● [04:37] Maks Fitness Journey
● [08:10] Experience with Studying Philosophy
● [14:15] The Benefits of Fitness
● [20:02] DTS Training
● [28:00] Mobility & Endurance
● [36:46] Adapt & Pivot
● [40:53] Training through Personal Injury Experience
● [47:35] Key Factors to Help your Sleep
● [54:04] Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● “No man has the right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. It is a shame for a man to grow old without seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable.” - Socrates
● DTS Fitness Education
● Podcast Episode: Training Desk Tangents with Curc & Zeke
● Podcast Episode: Figure it Out with Chris Fudge
Quotes
[Mauro] “Jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than the master of one”
[Maks] “We all come from different walks of life but when we walk into that gym, nothing matters from outside the gym”
[Maks] “Consistency with mobility and stability are going to help you be pain-free essentially”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Chris Wellbrook.
Chris, who is an educator and coach, begins by telling us about his fitness journey which began around the age of 10 when his mother saw Martial Arts as a good way she would be able to define him so the need arises.
He speaks about his love for coaching and his mission to help teachers address various topics where they can engage with students to help them grow and develop the skills needed to grow as decent human beings.
One of the most transformational aspects he learned and shares with us is “The Power of Pause”. While we continue to chase our dreams we must remember to take time to listen to ourselves, relax, reset and get grounded.
In closing, Chris wants to remind everyone that failure is a part of the process. However, we always learn from our mistakes and that in itself is growth.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:25] Who is Chris Wellbrook?
● [04:36] Maximize your Potential
● [08:03] Health & Fitness
● [13:37] Understanding the Moments
● [19:41] The Power of the Pause
● [25:08] Be Receptive to Change
● [30:04] Most Transformative Episodes
● [35:03] Thoughts of Young Chris
● [41:10] Thoughts on teaching Physical Education
● [46:11] Closing Remarks
Resources Mentioned
● Blog: Wake up with Wellbrook - The Power in the Pause
● Podcast: Wake up with Wellbrook - The Power in the Pause
● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswellbrook/
Quotes
[Chris] “You’re going to fail, so why not fail forward”
[Chris] “No one is meant to do life alone, no one is meant to do a journey of any sort alone. ”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with return guest Vanessa Gonzalez.
Vanessa shares with us the resilience and growth of her fitness journey this past year and how well her tribe is connected and has been there for her along the way. She speaks to us about the importance of understanding the meaning of strength and knowing what it means to you.
Being a StrongFirst Certified instructor, she’s had the opportunity to connect and help many people achieve their goals while she consistently works towards her personal goals. Currently, she works towards completing another level of her Strong First certification.
Vanessa takes pride in being a support for others and helping develop a safe space for girls coming up in the fitness industry. Through Alaska Girls Wrestle she helps empower and educate girls and coach them towards their goals.
Her hope is for women to know there are people out there with their best interests in mind, who will help them towards their goals.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:15] Vanessa’s Year in Review
● [06:50] Overcoming Trauma
● [09:44] Alaska Girls Wrestle
● [12:35] Sharing Knowledge
● [18:20] Overcome your Discomfort
● [23:23] Key Points to Increase Recovery
● [29:55] Helping Clients Understand Recovery
● [34:13] First Steps
● [37:22] NLP Update - Sour Patch Kid
● [42:13] How has your Training Changed?
● [47:06] Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● StrongFirst SFG I
● Alaska Girls Wrestle
● alaskagirlswrestle Instagram
Quotes
[Vanessa] “Strength is overcoming resistance”
[Mauro] “If you can influence your sleep you have the most influence on your recovery”
[Vanessa] “Know there are people out there with your best interest in mind”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Pauline for Part 2 of the final revision episode.
As we reviewed these episodes with great guests, we are grateful for a year of Incite Change Podcast and looking forward to the years to come. The topics discussed allows you to see things from both perspectives, professional and client.
Special thanks once again to all the guests of the first 51 episodes reviewed during this series. We hope you’ve found this information valuable.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:16] Figure it Out with Chris Fudge
● [10:00] Internal Locus with Adamo
● [16:12] Walking is Exercise with Jordan
● [23:31] 8 Golf Balls with Mel
● [28:22] NHP: Not Harry Potter with Craig
● [34:25] Life Changes with Elya
● [41:15] Food Relationship with Cass
Episodes Mentioned
● Episode #43: NHP: Not Harry Potter with Craig
● Episode #44: Figure it Out with Chris Fudge
● Episode #45: Internal Locus with Adamo
● Episode #47: 8 Golf Balls with Mel
● Episode #48: Life Changes with Elya
● Episode #50: Food Relationship with Cass
● Episode #51: Walking is Exercise with Jordan
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Pauline.
Along with the cohosts of previous review episodes, Pauline helps to bring a client perspective to the concepts discussed. For the first time, we are having 2 parts of an episode and this is part 1.
Listen as they discuss episodes #31, #43, #47 and #50 and share how the concepts tie into their personal life.
Thank you to all the guests mentioned in this review session.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:25] Stress, Snacking, & Sugar with Health Coach Jaci
● [10:59] Professional Decisions with Louis
● [16:30] It’s NOT a Diet, It’s a Lifestyle with Sanaz
● [29:15] No More Homers with Michael
● [36:09] Come back next week for Part 2
Episodes Mentioned
● Episode #31: Stress, Snacking, & Sugar with Health Coach Jaci
● Episode #43: Professional Decisions with Louis
● Episode #47: It’s NOT a Diet, It’s a Lifestyle with Sanaz
● Episode #50: No More Homers with Michael
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Dr. Georges Dagher.
Dr. Georges Dagher is a health and performance practitioner. He blends his education and experience as a Chiropractor (DC), Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), researcher and athlete through a philosophy rooted in "movement as medicine."
His evidence-based approach is to optimize human health through rehabilitation and performance, ensuring that his patients and clients leave their sessions as active participants, confident in empowering their health. He focuses on highly individualized treatment and training, informed by his specialized knowledge of the spine and hip.
Georges' mission is to move the world by "speaking movement" through his practice and lifestyle.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:55] Who is Dr. Dagher?
● [04:30] Health & Fitness at age 10
● [09:18] Fundamentals of the Basics
● [15:16] Progressive Overload
● [18:45] Breakfast Club
● [26:54] Move More, Talk Less
● [31:20] Just Be There
● [37:56] Why Do You Want What You Want?
Resources Mentioned
● Dagher Strength
● Contact Dagher Strength
Quotes
[Georges] “If you don’t know the fundamentals, it’s fundamental to get help”
[Georges] “It’s not movement, it’s the way you lead as a human”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Sanaz of Quick Kitchen Creations to reflect on a few episodes of 2021.
In this episode, they compare keynotes that resonate with them from episodes #32 to #42. Sanaz, who is also on her fitness journey, shared her perspective and how she connects it back to her everyday life.
We hope this reflection gives you a different insight on these episodes and motivates you to relisten to these episodes also.
Special thanks to Sanaz and all the guests from the mentioned episodes.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:27] Turning my Passion into a Profession with Patrick Picone
● [08:10] Move with all Those Things with Anthea
● [13:48] Show Up for Yourself with Michelle
● [19:21] Creating Community through Movement With Analisa Naldi
● [23:08] Prevent Not React with Neil
● [27:43] Get Comfortable with being Uncomfortable with Antonio
● [32:33] 5 Year Dream with Bobby
● [37:02] Liv Fit with Olivia
● [42:04] Evolution of Mindset with Lachlan
● [46:20] Embrace Life with Domenico
● [50:00] Unlimited Opportunity with Petra
Episodes Mentioned
● Episode #32: Turning my Passion into a Profession with Patrick Picone
● Episode #33: Creating Community through Movement With Analisa Naldi
● Episode #34: Move with all Those Things with Anthea
● Episode #35: Show Up for Yourself with Michelle
● Episode #36: Prevent Not React with Neil
● Episode #37: Liv Fit with Olivia
● Episode #38: Get Comfortable with being Uncomfortable with Antonio
● Episode #39: Evolution of Mindset with Lachlan
● Episode #40: Embrace Life with Domenico
● Episode #41: 5 Year Dream with Bobby
● Episode #42: Unlimited Opportunity with Petra
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with a friend and former colleague Geovanny Ricardo.
Geovanny, the owner of Geovanny Fitness System, jokingly mentions his fitness journey began at the age of 2 years with his dad on a 400-metre track. Around the age of 20, he started in the world of sports and fitness with hopes of becoming a pro soccer player but life took him in a different direction.
After being a personal trainer for a few years, he ventured into teaching Latin dance professionally which kept him busy as he was travelling very often through dance. However, during the pandemic, he was able to reevaluate and found his true purpose was health and fitness.
Geovanny’s mission is to fulfill his purpose in helping others be the best they can be in their physical and mental health. And in the process to allows them to understand that it is not all about the outcome but also to grow through the process and have a more sustainable outcome.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:25] Geovanny’s Fitness Journey
● [05:08] Finding the Balance
● [09:08] Communicating Value
● [13:40] The Importance of the Process
● [17:09] Self Development Books
● [21:15] Finding the Right People
● [27:29] It’s How you Choose to Experience Life
● [34:17] Standardize before you Optimize
● [40:15] Allow Yourself to be Human
● [42:30] Advice for Starting Out
Books Mentioned
● Atomic Habits by James Clear
● Innercise: The New Science to Unlock Your Brain's Hidden Power by John Assaraf
Quotes
[Geovanny] “How you do one thing is how you do everything”
[Mauro] “It’s about the process of getting there and not the goal. The process is the goal”
[Geovanny] “Outcome is temporary. The process is forever”
[Geovanny] “Happiness is a state, not a destination”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Supa D.A. Meikle.
Supa has been active in sports since the age of 4, so becoming a varsity athlete while completing his undergrad degree at Western University was no surprise. He then went on to obtain a Master's Degree from the University of Guelph then into a special honours program at York University.
By profession, he is an advisor in the Office of the Leader of the Oficial Opposition but he is also a natural leader. He devotes his success to the support of his family and the importance of managing your energy and doing things that makes you truly fulfilled.
The next step in Supa’s athletic journey is competing at the Masters Level of Track & Field where he is representing Jamaica for the Master's Track & Field Team. Along with other athletes from the theJAMCAN International Athletics Club, he will be competing in a variety of different events with Masters Athletes who are over the age of 35.
Through his passion for building and strengthening community, he has made it his mission to eliminate systemic racism and to have everyone understand that through diversity so much can be done.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:13] Who is Supa?
● [04:35] The Value of Family
● [08:42] The Benefits of Fitness
● [13:14] Striding to the Masters
● [19:00] Supporting Others through Sport
● [24:26] Knowledge is Power
● [29:58] Don’t Fear Failure
Resources Mentioned
● Connect with Supa on Linkedin
● Athletics Canada
● Jamcan International Athletics Club
Quotes
[Supa] “It’s not always about managing your time, but managing your energy”
[Mauro] “At the very least I can give you my knowledge and allow you to pick my brain”
[Supa] “Don’t be afraid to try, don’t be afraid to go after your goals”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Flavia as he continues his reflection of 2021.
In this episode, they review and reflect on episodes #22 to #30 and how the concepts relate to everyday life. Flavia gives a fresh take in this reflection episode and it was a pleasure having her cohost.
We hope you will take some time and relisten to the episodes discussed today episodes and share your perspective with us.
Thanks again to all the guests mentioned.
Episode Timestamps
● [02:27] From DIY to Science-Backed Training with Jorge
● [09:30] Quick Gains Are Quick Losses With Chevy
● [16:57] Shattering Beliefs about Weightlifting with The Bombshell Project
● [23:50] Most Powerful with Mel
● [33:07] Training Desk Tangents with Curc & Zeke
● [42:26] Taking Ownership of your Health with Ana
● [45:45] The Importance of Nutrition with Dustin Pederson
● [51:13] Managing your time with Nunzio Presta
● [53:33] Work-Life Balance with Shout-Out to My Ex
Episodes Mentioned
● Episode #22: From DIY to Science-Backed Training with Jorge
● Episode #23: Shattering Beliefs about Weightlifting with The Bombshell Project
● Episode #24: Quick Gains Are Quick Losses With Chevy
● Episode #25: Most Powerful with Mel
● Episode #26: Training Desk Tangents with Curc & Zeke
● Episode #27: Taking Ownership of your Health with Ana
● Episode #28: Managing your time with Nunzio Presta
● Episode #29: Work-Life Balance with Shout-Out to My Ex
● Episode #30: The Importance of Nutrition with Dustin Pederson
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with a fellow mentee Allison Vaeth (Ally).
Ally is a certified NLP Master Practitioner, Certified in MER, and Hypnosis who also gained her professional status in the IFBB Pro League in 2018.
Over the years her interest shifted from health and nutrition to the realm of mindset, connection, and therapy. She believes that people need to work on the inside first so the outside can reflect what is truly happening underneath everything.
As she takes us through her fitness journey, she shares how she was able to overcome her struggles with unhealthy eating and mental habits which negatively affected her life. Through her change of mindset, she gradually started working towards creating new goals.
Allison leave is with numerous resources which would assist others who wish to take a deeper dive into personal development.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:12] Ally’s Fitness Journey
● [04:01] Controlling Negative Thoughts
● [08:06] Following your Energy
● [14:36] Getting into NLP
● [19:34] Noticing Change through NLP
● [23:23] Ways to Make a Change
● [31:29] Understanding your Purpose
● [35:16] Choosing your Battles
● [40:40] Nerding Out
● [44:07] Things to Understand before starting in Self-Development
Resources Mentioned
● Ally Vaeth Website
● Contact Ally Vaeth
Motivational Books
● Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggins
● Navy SEAL Mental Toughness: A Guide To Developing An Unbeatable Mind by Chris Lambertsen
● The Mamba Mentality: How I Play by Kobe Bryant
● Driven from Within by Michael Jordan
● I Can't Accept Not Trying: Michael Jordan on the Pursuit of Excellence by Michael Jordan
Spirituality Books
● The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle
● The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz
● Law of Attraction: The Science of Attracting More of What You Want and Less of What You Don't by Michael J. Losier
● Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender by David R. Hawkins M.D. Ph.D
Books Reflecting on the Science
● Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself: How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New One by Dr. Joe Dispenza
● Mind to Matter: The Astonishing Science of How Your Brain Creates Material Reality by Dawson Church (Author), Dr, Joe Dispenza (Foreword)
Quotes
[Mauro] “Sometimes what you find in others to be upsetting is just a reflection on yourself”
[Ally] “It’s extremely empowering to know you are in control of your life”
[Mauro] “Life happens to you but you get to choose how you respond to that and what happens to you”
[Ally] “It doesn’t matter how much I am there if you’re not doing your side of the work”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Julia in another review episode of Incite Change Podcast.
In this episode, both Julia and Mauro share their respective perspective and what they learned from episodes #12 to #21. Relistening to the episodes gave them both an opportunity to reflect on different topics as it relates to them personally.
We hope that you will also relisten to the past episodes and apply the concepts to your current lifestyle as you may have experienced life changes since you originally listened to the episode.
A special ‘Thank You’ to all the guests mentioned in this reflection episode.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:40] Movement and Recovery with Celo
● [05:09] You Do It If It Meets Your Needs With Heather
● [09:19] It Depends with Alex
● [13:36] Overcoming Adversity through Strength & Modesty with Vanessa
● [19:20] Prepped with Chef Anthony
● [25:52] Cutting the BS on Cutting Weight with Terry
● [30:43] Getting to Growth Mindset with Flavia
● [41:28] From the Bar, to the Breath with Dan
● [49:57] Chief Exercise Officer With Christina Relke
● [55:56] There’s Always that ONE Thing with Craig
Episodes Mentioned
● Episode #12: Movement and Recovery with Celo
● Episode #13: You Do It If It Meets Your Needs With Heather
● Episode #14: It Depends with Alex
● Episode #15: Overcoming Adversity through Strength & Modesty with Vanessa
● Episode #16: Prepped with Chef Anthony
● Episode #17: Cutting the BS on Cutting Weight with Terry
● Episode #18: Getting to Growth Mindset with Flavia
● Episode #19: From the Bar, to the Breath with Dan
● Episode #20: Chief Exercise Officer With Christina Relke
● Episode #21: There’s Always that ONE Thing with Craig
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with a former colleague and friend Dom.
Dom's fitness journey started at a young age as he was an athletic kid. As he ventured into his later years figuring out what he would do after high school he decided to enter into the Fitness and Health Program at Humber College.
After his studies, he has many experiences working in many aspects of the fitness industry but his ultimate goal is to help people with their fitness journey one person at a time.
His current experience in construction allows him to see things from both ends of the spectrum. Having experience in fitness and keeping active has allowed him to have the energy and foundation needed for such a high endurance profession.
Dom’s goal is to help others one person at a time no matter their budget and understand that fitness is worth it. The long-term benefits are unmatched.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:07] Dom’s Fitness Journey
● [06:34] Making Fitness Affordable
● [10:53] One on One vs Team Training
● [15:57] Guidance outside the Gym
● [20:03] Helpful Conversations
● [24:53] Professional Fitness Goals
● [30:33] Advice for Getting into Fitness
● [32:43] Know it’s Worth It
Quotes
[Dom] “Personal training is a luxury but it is a worthy luxury if you’re willing to invest in yourself.”
[Dom] “I’d rather be in the gym than the doctor's office.”
[Dom] “Be confident and do the work.”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Carla Trovato to review the first few guest episodes of Incite Change Podcast.
Together they share their thoughts and knowledge obtained from episodes #2 to #11 and their overall experience as it relates to the topic. Coach Mauro also gives a fresh perspective on the topics as it relates to today’s scenarios.
Take a trip down memory lane with Carla and Coach Mauro by having another listen to those previous episodes linked below.
Special thanks to all our guests who have made the Incite Change Podcast a phenomenal experience for all.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:49] Finding Motivation with Kahlil
● [05:03] Cardiac Rehab and Exercise with Alis
● [08:57] From Testing Science to Testing Oneself with Anthony
● [12:30] Nerding Out About the Brain with Morgan
● [18:35] From Navigating Obstacle Races to Life’s Obstacles with Coach Spider (Nelson)
● [23:52] Success Through Moderation because #YOLO with Pauline
● [27:54] Choosing the Right Coach with Zeke
● [32:58] Solidifying Social Support with Samantha
● [38:53] Attention to Detail with Arishan
● [48:55] Nutrition & Mindset with Carla
Episodes Mentioned
● Episode #03: Finding Motivation with Kahlil
● Episode #04: Cardiac Rehab and Exercise with Alis
● Episode #05: From Testing Science to Testing Oneself with Anthony
● Episode #06: Nerding Out About the Brain with Morgan
● Episode #07: From Navigating Obstacle Races to Life’s Obstacles with Coach Spider (Nelson)
● Episode #08: Success Through Moderation because #YOLO with Pauline
● Episode #09: Choosing the Right Coach with Zeke
● Episode #10: Solidifying Social Support with Samantha
● Episode #11: Attention to Detail with Arishan
● Episode #02: Nutrition & Mindset with Carla
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with his friend Stacey Brion.
Stacey is a Registered Psychotherapist who specializes in offering family-inclusive therapy through her practice, Family Therapy Toronto. She is passionate about supporting families during difficult transactions and helping them to work through challenging family dynamics. In addition to seeing clients in her office, Stacey also works with them in their homes and schools.
Listen as she helps us to understand ourselves and the factors which affect our mental health. She also draws the connection between the mental and physical aspects of our bodies and how one can affect the other.
Her fitness journey initially began as a teen but inconsistently as her attention was usually elsewhere. However, after having children, fitness became a priority as her relationship with her body changed and her physical weaknesses were now known to her.
Our hope for you is to understand that it is never too late to seek help whether it is with your physical or mental health. If you or anyone you know are looking for mental health support, we encourage you to reach out to Stacey at Family Therapy Toronto. But in cases of an emergency, please call 911.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:29] How Stacey got Started
● [05:00] Physical Activity and Mental Health
● [10:28] Stress and The Body
● [15:00] How do you Breathe?
● [22:03] Stacey’s Fitness Journey
● [26:43] Covid’s Effect on Mental Health
● [31:32] Taking that First Step
● [32:59] It’s Never too Late to Seek Support
● [36:10] Put Yourself in a Different Position
● [37:57] Final Words
Resources Mentioned
● Family Therapy Toronto
● Book Now - Family Therapy Toronto
Quotes
[Mauro] “Action precedes Motivation”
[Stacey] “There’s always someone there to help you”
[Mauro] “Perfect is the thing that is getting in the way of good enough”
[Stacey] “If you’re willing to do the work I am willing to do the work with you, but I can’t do the work for you”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, to commemorate the 52nd episode, Coach Mauro sits down to be interviewed by Carla Trovato.
In reflecting on 1 year of The Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro recalls the moments in his life that all indirectly guided his path to the Fitness Industry. He also gives us an insight into how he selects podcast guests which involve, knowing they have done the work and developed in their fitness experience and mindset.
He also shares his experience in mentorship where he was able to connect with many people from around the world who were not only coaches but also regular people. He detailed how great it was to have new experiences while learning new information which also helped to mold his “Always a Student” mentality.
If you have had the pleasure of meeting and/or working with Coach Mauro, it would be no surprise to hear that his greatest joy is to hear and know that his clients have succeeded in their Fitness Journey.
We want to thank everyone for continuing to listen to The Incite Change Podcast and thank you for a great year. If you have any suggestions for guests we should have on the podcast, or you wish to enquire regarding our services, please Contact Us.
Episode Timestamps
● [02:23] Determining your Path
● [06:34] The Process of Choosing a Guest
● [12:48] The Cold Exposure
● [19:20] Targeting Training
● [20:45] Greatest Joy
● [25:24] Clients and Obstacles
● [31:24] Misconceptions of Personal Trainers
● [34:55] Thank you for continuing listening to us
Resources Mentioned
● The Four Tendencies
● Contact Coach Mauro
● Incite Coaching High Protein Cookbook
● Incite Coaching
Quotes
[Mauro] “You have to train people different than you train yourself”
[Mauro] “Everyone has to get there in their time”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Fitness Influencer Jordan Syatt.
Jordan is not only a Fitness Influencer but he is also a 5x World Record Powerlifter, Precision Nutrition and Westside Barbell certified coach who has a Bachelor of Science in Health & Behavior Science with a focus in Strength & Conditioning in addition to years of experience.
He speaks to us about the importance of Health and Fitness and the simplest way to get started is by just going for a walk because Walking is Exercise. He also gives us a short breakdown of how nutrition can help you towards your goal.
In closing, Jordan elaborates on the value of making small changes over time, to get you towards your goal of a healthy lifestyle.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:54] Who is Jordan Syatt?
● [05:07] You need Cardio
● [10:20] Start with Cardio
● [15:01] Resources for Mindset
● [20:00] There’s a Limit to Accountability
● [25:28] Skills & Strength Training
● [30:39] Looking into The Future
● [34:24] You Don’t Need to be Rich to be Fit
Resources Mentioned
● Syatt Fitness
● Book: Motivational Interviewing, Third Edition: Helping People Change
● Book: Motivational Interviewing in Nutrition and Fitness
● Join Inner Circle
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with friend Cassandra Colosimo.
Cassandra (Cass), who is a Fitness Instructor Specialist whose fitness journey began with Soccer in her younger years then evolved into Health and Fitness after spending time in the gym doing what she loved.
Like many of us, Cass realized Social Media was a big influence on others and decided to start her own Instagram page to be a positive influence for others looking to begin and/or maintain their fitness journey.
Her passion is to help others to have a healthy relationship with food and to one day open a Boutique Gym where there are different services to meet the needs of everyone.
In closing, Cass wants everyone to understand that results take time but not to give up. Maintaining consistency and having patience will allow you to achieve your goals.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:48] Cassandra’s Introduction
● [05:15] First Exercises you were drawn to
● [10:00] Challenge with Relationship with Food
● [15:50] Creating Sustainable Eating Habits
● [20:39] Cardio & Weight Loss
● [25:27] Influencing your Family with Fitness
● [30:25] Priortize “Me” Time
● [34:02] Results takes Time
● [35:15] Exercise is a Celebration (Closing Remarks)
Resources Mentioned
● Cassandra Nicole Fitness
● Contact: cassandra.nicole.fitness@gmail.com
Quotes
[Mauro] “20 minutes is a placeholder to keep you from going in the wrong direction”
[Cassandra] “The time is there, the action is not”
[Cassandra] “You are just a better person in your life when you make time for yourself.”
[Mauro] “The best version of you allows you to be the best version for everybody else”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with fellow mentorship attendee, Michael Marras.
Michael, who spent a decade as a Police officer was interested in fitness since the age of 15, so it was no surprise when he decided to move to the path of Personal Trainer after his time with the RCMP.
As he is a dad of 2, it was no surprise that his passion is working with fathers and creating a brotherhood of fathers who wants to be engaged and want to have the vitality and energy to keep up with their kids for years to come. Creating a space where there is no more “Dad Bods”, no more Homer Simpson demographic of fitness.
Michael speaks about the importance of being intentional with your fitness journey to make fitness works for your lifestyle. And that does not mean you need to have everything figured out to get started but be intentional and trust your coach to get you along the way.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:02] Who is Michael Marras?
● [05:00] Creating a Brotherhood of Fathers
● [10:06] Preparation is Key
● [16:03] How do you Show Up?
● [20:35] Helping Kids Understand Nutrition
● [24:13] Confidence in Health & Fitness
● [28:00] Connect before Correct
● [36:16] Utilizing all Aspects of Wellness
● [41:32] The Importance of Tracking
● [45:44] Red-light Therapy
● [51:10] Being the Light for your Clients
● [54:10] Suggestions for Getting Started
Quotes
[Michael] “What is your STRONG why?”
[Michael] “If you fail to prepare, you prepare to fail”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with colleague and family friend Elya.
Elya who is now a mom of 3, is an example to many as she has been able to overcome life’s hurdles and continues to be consistent in her fitness journey. Having experienced health concerns, she decided to take a serious approach to make health and fitness a part of her lifestyle as opposed to just “fitting” it in.
She takes us through her fitness journey which started small and was not only all about working out, but also learning and understanding why tracking and eating right is important. She breaks down having that healthy balance of fitness and family life and her experience of still being able to safely workout when expecting her third child.
Like every mother trying to balance it all, she speaks about the importance of becoming mentally ready and understanding that getting back to your pre-pregnancy body will take time and patience. And understanding that you not only need to be good and healthy for yourself, but also for your kids and family.
Elya’s closing advice is to find support with your fitness journey whether through your family or your coach as that will help you to be successful.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:15] Elya’s Introduction
● [05:30] Fitness Journey
● [10:00] Having the Right Tools
● [15:02] Sustainable Progress
● [21:07] Fitness Maintainance
● [27:03] Understanding What Works for You
● [30:54] Taking Time to Rebuild Strength
● [36:20] Fitness and Pregnancy
● [43:02] Closing Advice
Quotes
[Elya] “By taking care of me, I am taking care of everybody around me”
[Elya] “It’s ok to take care of yourself”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with a family friend, Mel Bellissimo.
Mel, who has been a mixed martial arts instructor for 25 years is a Muay Thai expert which includes 2 years of training, fighting, and teaching in Thailand. He was at the helm of a successful MMA school in Toronto for over 11 years where he supported thousands of people from entrepreneurs, executives, and children.
In the past year and a half, he founded Decorus Life where the mission is offering leadership & clarity coaching services to bring awareness, balance, clarity and a deeper sense of connection for men and women who manage a nutso amount of responsibilities. In addition to co-founding DudeBuddha, which is an anonymous invite-only space for men.
He also provides consulting services to gyms, schools, and recreational facilities in setting up Muay Thai programs all while having his live Twitch channel where he hosts The Coffee and Biscotti Show.
Mel’s belief is whether in or outside of the ring, the ability to control your emotions to have clarity and focus under stress is a major factor in winning. It was this very experience that he realized the deeper value of his martial arts training and coaching in supporting the lives of his members.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:11] Who is Mel Bellissimo?
● [04:33] The Origin of Mel
● [09:10] Wanting Social Freedom
● [13:07] Being your Authentic Self
● [17:00] Individuality
● [21:13] Understanding Basic Needs
● [25:28] Vision Board
● [28:44] Firming, Learning or Reforming
● [31:01] Finding your Purpose
● [36:00] Being in Alignment
● [41:02] The Divine Dichotomy
● [45:53] Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● Book: The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself
● Decorus Life
● Book a Clarity Call with Mel
● The Coffee And Biscotti Show
Quotes
[Mel] “The true journey is the journey of self”
[Mel] “Spend more time in silence because there is a lot of knowledge in silence”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with his client Sanaz Talebi.
Sanaz, who is a mom of 2, is the creator of Quick Kitchen Creations’ food blog where she combines her love for food and her Canadian-Iranian culture. She is also a high school teacher who followed her passion in is taking traditional dishes and adding her modern twist.
Having tried to remain active during a pandemic and realizing she wasn’t happy with her physical appearance and energy levels, she decided to take charge of her health and reach out to coach Mauro.
Sanaz takes us on her journey of balancing fitness and everyday life. She wishes for everyone to understand that your fitness journey is much more than exercise. It encompasses nutrition, sleep, self-care and simply enjoying life along that way.
We hope that everyone takes Sanaz’s advice and understands; It’s Not a Diet, It’s a lifestyle.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:37] Who is Sanaz’s Talebi?
● [03:20] Childhood Fitness
● [09:24] Too Many Excuses
● [12:44] Committed Coach
● [17:46] Good Food vs. Bad Food
● [21:15] Mom Guilt & Self Care
● [30:17] The Number on the Scale
● [36:11] Support & Motivation
● [40:18] The Bright Spot
● [44:17] Maintaining Consistency
● [48:58] Closing Advise
Resources Mentioned
● Quick Kitchen Creations
Quotes
[Sanaz] “It’s not quantity, it’s quality.”
[Sanaz] “It’s not a diet, it’s a lifestyle”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Adamo Cascone.
Adamo, who has a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Honours in both Kinesiology and Psychology from York University is a Certified Personal Trainer with several years of experience is currently pursuing his Masters In Physiotherapy in Manchester, England.
While at York University is when he decided to enter the Fitness Industry, after realizing that his time will be best spent helping others. Having experienced a few injuries that he experienced at the beginning of his journey, Adamo approaches the profession with a wider lens having been on both ends of the spectrum when it comes to physiotherapy.
Adamo believes every physician, coach, etc should make it a priority to connect with clients on a more personal but professional level to help strengthen their internal control to work towards their goals.
In closing, Adamo wants patients to remember that physiotherapists/practitioners’ goal is to help them be the best they can be. However, to have a successful journey, you must be willing to also take charge and do what you can.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:11] Adamo’s Introduction
● [04:36] How Physio differs in the UK
● [11:38] Childhood and Fitness
● [16:35] The Transition into the Profession
● [21:24] The Importance of Connecting with the Clients
● [26:22] Being Open-Minded
● [33:22] Affecting Change through Breathing
● [36:45] Merging Physiotherapy with Exercise
● [41:52] Closing Advice
● [43:14] Closing Remarks
Resources Mentioned
● Book: Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art
Quotes
[Adamo] “If you fail to prepare, you prepare to fail”
[Mauro] “The relationship is the most important thing about being a coach”
[Mauro] “There are 168 hours where you can be doing things to line up in one direction or the other.”
[Adamo] “The Jack of all trades is the master of none, but is still the better of the master of one”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Chris Fudge.
Chris Fudge is a results-based personal trainer and strength and conditioning coach who believes that success leaves clues. With over fifteen years and 20,000, one on one training hours in the industry his pattern recognition skills have led his clients to extraordinary results.
He has been recognized as a contributor to the industry speaking at conferences, teaching courses and winning multiple awards within the industry for personal training. Chris is a sought out coach in the powerlifting community as a published writer, a national level referee, meet director, coach and team Canada lifter.
He has also created and facilitated a coaching course for Powerlifting. His newest passion is sharing his experiences and education on his Project Fitness Podcast which allows him to reach people all over the world.
In this episode, Chris takes us through his fitness journey, navigating the fitness industry and just Figuring It Out.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:48] Introduction
● [01:23] How Project Fitness Podcast Started
● [04:38] Fitness Journey
● [10:48] Who were your fitness Influences?
● [15:23] Understanding Health in Fitness
● [20:06] Evolving as a Trainer
● [24:49] The Importance of Sleep
● [31:05] Other Coaching Methods
● [36:53] Fitness Outside the Gym
● [39:42] The Eldoa Method
● [44:53] Your Biggest Fan
● [47.04] Closing Words
Resources Mentioned
- Book: Shut Your Mouth and Save Your Life
- Podcast: Project Fitness with Chris Fudge
- Email: Chris@projectfitness.ca
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with return guest Craig Nisbet.
Craig speaks to us today about NLP: Neuro-Linguistic Programming, which he described as internal and external communication by mapping and modelling effective communication.
Officially, NLP is defined as a pseudoscientific approach to communication, personal development, and psychotherapy which Richard Bandler and John Grinder created in California, United States, in the 1970s.
He was exposed to this technique through the Muscle Intelligence mentorship, where he witnessed the technique for himself. The goal is to use the techniques to get to a deeper layer within oneself to create lasting behavioural and communication change.
Craig gives us a few examples of how he has implemented these techniques and clients were successful. But also the understanding that these techniques are not just geared towards fitness, but are beneficial to all areas of life.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:05] Craig’s Introduction
● [06:16] NLP Explained
● [10:47] NLP Examples
● [15:52] Taking the Correct Approach
● [20:25] Overcoming the Skeptism
● [25:17] Alternative Techniques
● [30:45] Willingness of Clients
● [35:50] Communication on all Levels
● [41:10] Additional aspects to the Techniques
● [45:25] Main Points
● [47:19] Final Words
Resources Mentioned
- Craig’s Instagram
- Craig Nisbet Fitness
Quotes
[Craig] “I cannot make the change, only the person can”
[Mauro] “Helping to believe in someone until they can believe in themself”
[Mauro] “If we can influence the way that we filter things we can influence the way we feel and act”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with a friend and former colleague, Louis Jourdan Brasil.
Louis, a junior associate at a small venture capital firm in Toronto, is a former professional soccer player who played professionally in Brasil and the United States. Although he no longer plays professionally, he is still involved in the sport by coaching children of different ages.
In determining where his fitness journey began, Louis takes us through his childhood, in which he was a very athletic and active child. He recalls an incident in junior high school when he was eliminated from the junior soccer team, which gave him the momentum to push himself to become the best.
His athletic and fitness knowledge comes from both ends of the spectrum ranging from expertise through his professional career and his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from York University.
Listen as Louis breaks down the importance of making professional decisions, understanding your objectives for health and fitness, and knowing that your coach is there to help and guide you along the journey.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:05] What is Louis currently doing?
● [02:30] Having an Active Childhood
● [06:58] Fulfilling his Dream
● [09:55] Understanding your Objective
● [12:23] Being Disciplined
● [16:03] Professional Decisions
● [20:36] Listen to your Trainer/Coach
● [28:45] Accountability
● [33:20] Current Interests
● [36:10] Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable
● Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike
● Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success
Quotes
[Louis] “Things go by fast, life goes by fast, enjoy the process”
[Mauro] “You have to do what you can today and not put it off until tomorrow”
[Louis] “You’ve only got one life, and you only have one chance, and you have to take advantage of it”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Petra Burnaru.
Petra, a certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist, and a registered Kinesiologist, was exposed to fitness at a young age by participating in several extracurricular activities. Coming from a physical background, she knew pursuing studies in Kinesiology would be her obvious choice.
In her first year at university, she became uncertain about Kinesiology as it was a vast profession. At that point, and not yet knowing what route she wanted to take, she decided to go to college and obtained a diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion.
After completing her college education and gaining a personal training certificate, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology and Health Science and a Master’s of Fitness Science, both from York University.
With over ten years of experience in the Fitness Industry, her experience expands from working with the general public as a personal trainer to fitness testing for high endurance professions such as Hydro One field workers and firefighters to currently working as Clinical Lead at a rehabilitation facility.
Listen as she shares her insights on the unlimited opportunities available to improve your health and fitness.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:20] Who is Perta Burnaru?
● [02:48] Journey to Fitness
● [07:45] Life after University
● [12:18] Navigating the Pandemic
● [17:35] Helping Clients realize their Potential
● [21:58] How to get started with Fitness
● [26:21] Being Active with the Family
● [30:14] Prioritizing Fitness
● [35:53] Petra’s Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● Dacian Fitness
Quotes
[Mauro] “As Kinesiologist we are able to stand in where needed in the grand scheme of things”
[Petra] “Just do it, Just try it, otherwise you’ll never know”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Bobby Enright.
Bobby’s interest in fitness began with playing football at a young age before then getting into Martial arts where he holds 20 years of experience in competing and coaching not only professionally but also internationally.
While training and working full-time, he used his spare time to pursue training at the European Institute of Fitness where he qualified as a Master Personal Trainer. He left his full-time job in 2011 and established Peak Performance Training where he continued to improve and learn as a coach before opening his facility; Peak Performance Academy in 2016.
Peak Performace Academy is the full coaching experience that offers several Fitness Programs in addition to Powerlifting, Taekwondo, Meal Plan options and much more. So if you’re in Ireland, check them out!
Episode Timestamps
● [01:23] Who is Bobby Enright?
● [05:36] Did you follow your 5-year plan?
● [10:38] Adding someone to the company
● [12:27] Adjusting from being an Athlete to a Coach
● [17:15] Finding out their why
● [21:27] Coaching begins with Educating
● [26:17] Personal experience with Prep
● [31:06] Taking a break between Shows
● [35:04] There is a Cost to Hardcore Training
● [39:09] Having a Purpose
● [41:58] Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● Peak Performance Academy
Quotes
[Bobby] “As a coach, you can’t help everyone and not every client you will be successful with”
[Bobby] “You never stop learning…...you’re always a student”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with friend and colleague Domenico Oppedisano.
Domenico, who has a Master of Science degree in Physiotherapy from McMaster University, and a Bachelor of Science (Specialized Honours) in Kinesiology from York University, has several years of experience with patients of all ages and various orthopedic injuries.
Although his fitness journey initially began with playing competitive soccer in his earlier years. Still, he fully entered the lifestyle of health and fitness during his time at York University.
Knowing he always wanted to pursue a profession in helping others, he realized fitness was a broad profession while studying Kinesiology at York University. As a result, he would choose a career that is relevant to his strengths and goals. Hence his choice to pursue a career in Physiotherapy.
In his attempt to improve health care and take Physiotherapy to another level, he recently started his business Primula Physiotherapy, a mobile In-Home Physiotherapy servicing Toronto & GTA. Their mission is to eliminate the barriers from your rehabilitation care where it is easier, convenient, and effective for you to get the care you need.
So take that first step of making your physiotherapy care easier and have Primula Physiotherapy come to you.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:10] How did Domenico get into fitness
● [03:43] How did you choose Physiotherapy?
● [07:52] Calm down and build-up
● [11:09] Is lack of strength the cause of Chronic Injuries?
● [14:43] Treat the person, not just the Injury
● [18:40] Find a Balance between Life and Fitness
● [21:10] Practicing Mindfulness
● [25:48] Training the Mind
● [28:48] Future Plans
● [31:42] Primula Physiotherapy
● [36:40] Domenico’s Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● Primula Physiotherapy
Mobile In-Home Physiotherapy
Servicing Toronto & GTA
Email: support@primulaphysio.com
Tel: 416-770-4056
Quotes
[Domenico] “The body is resilient, but you have to expose it to the right environment and the right factors.”
[Domenico] “Treat the person, not the muscle, not the ligament, not the tenant. Because attached to that is a person, and that person has a story.”
[Mauro] “Fitness is a process, not a goal”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with his friend and fellow mentee Lachlan Mott
Lachlan who is a Certified Sports Nutritionist and Fitness Coach, has over 6 years of experience and proven results. He takes us along his professional and personal fitness journey. Lachlan, who was convinced to take a step further into competitive fitness, soon discovered he could take it one level higher by becoming a personal trainer.
Being very candid, he admits he first went into the fitness industry to make money, however, his passion quickly grew after noticing his clients had good results due to his guidance and training.
Lachlan goes on to speak about understanding that fitness is not only physical but also the mental aspect plays a very important part. Therefore, do not dismiss the physiological aspects liked to fitness.
In closing, he provided simple but valuable advice, in the context of; If you’re sick you go and see a doctor so why not have that same mindset when approaching your fitness.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:28] Lachlan’s Story
● [03:47] Finding the Passion in Training
● [07:02] The Beginning of his Fitness Journey
● [14:26] The Good and Bad of the Pandemic
● [20:41] Understanding Posture
● [25:04] Examining your Physiological Relationship with Food
● [27:41] Restrictive Preparation for Fitness Competitions
● [30:35] The Psychological aspects linked to Fitness
● [36:18] The Habit of Eating
● [37:58] Lachlan’s Future Plans
● [41:40] Current Interests
● [46:35] Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● Lachlan Mott Personal Training
Quotes
[Lachlan] “It’s not just about calories in and calories out and how hard you push in the gym”
[Lachlan] “Don’t ask someone who has no idea, find a professional and learn from them”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Author and Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Antonio Squillante.
Antonio, who is currently a Ph.D. student at the University of Southern California completing research at their Clinical Exercise Research Center focusing on all aspects of training in both fitness and non-fitness human performance.
In addition, Squillante who is also a faculty member at Setanta College has over 10 years of experience working with high school and collegiate athletes competing at the national and international levels.
Born and raised in Italy, Antonio’s fitness journey started at age 15 when he received his first gym membership. After racing go-karts for many years then giving Rugby a try, a friend suggested American Football where he excelled moved into playing Division One before being drafted by the IFL (Italian Football League).
As he continues on his journey of health, fitness and education, Antonio’s closing advice is to encourage everyone to have the courage to take that first step. Do not focus entirely on the technicalities of your journey but rather getting comfortable with being uncomfortable on the road to success.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:27] Who is Antonio Squillante?
● [05:04] The Beginning of Antonio’s Fitness Journey
● [10:54] Would you have done anything differently?
● [15:39] Kettlebell Training
● [17:22] First Experience with Kettlebells
● [23:22] The Different Approach to American Football in Italy
● [25:26] First exposure to Sports Science
● [29:50] What should people change now?
● [34:40] Being Practical in Nutrition and Fitness
● [38:47] The Disadvantage of the Internet
● [43:56] The Difference Between Strength Training and Hypertrophy
● [46:25] Plans for the Future
● [49:07] Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● Book: POWER. THE TRAINING OF CHAMPIONS
● Currently only available in Italian Book: Strength Training for Sport. From Science to Practice
● Prof. Yuri Verkhoshansky
● Book: Supertraining
Quotes
[Antonio] “A goal stays just a goal if you don’t do something about it”
[Antonio] “Do less but do it better and progress overtime”
[Mauro] “The basics have always worked, and they will continue to work”
[Antonio] “Be comfortable with being uncomfortable and experiencing things you’re not very familiar with…. ”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with his client and friend, Olivia Viele.
Olivia, who enjoyed dancing in her early years, noticed it was her main source of activity, after deciding to stop dancing in Gr. 9 to focus more on her academics. As she takes us through the beginning of her fitness journey which began one day when she decided she wanted to live better and be healthy.
Having previously been diagnosed with a fatty liver, even though her family and friends were encouraging her to take charge of her health and weight, Olivia had to decide for herself when she was ready. Having deciding to make a change during her final years in high school, she began with diet and moved on to a 60-day challenge which changed her perspective and increased her confidence.
Over the years, she has found that controlling her snacking and introducing protein into her diet along with her workouts were instrumental in progressing to her goal. Contrary to what everyone thinks, carbs are not bad, and your body has to have a healthy balance not only for bodily functions but also when you want to introduce strength training into your workout.
In closing, her advice to others getting into fitness is to ensure they are in the right mindset, do it for yourself and start by making small changes.
Episode Timestamps
● [00.00] Introduction
● [02:35] Before Fitness
● [07:00] First Step - 60 Day Challenge
● [12:45] Health Scare
● [17:00] Dismissing Social Gatherings
● [21:03] Nutiriton
● [27:06] Carbs are Not Bad
● [32:01] Benefits of Strength Training
● [37:33] Finding your Perfect Fit
● [40:57] Closing Advice for Starting in Fitness
Quotes
[Mauro] “Everybody should live their life and enjoy like and not feel like missing out because of your fitness goals”
[Mauro] “There’s nothing inherently wrong with any of the macronutrients, protein, fat, carbohydrates.....”
[Olivia] “It only gets harder as you get older”
[Olivia] “Don’t want to get into shape because someone is telling you to do it”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with his former colleague Neil.
Neil tells us a little bit about his new role as Customer Experience at Zoleo which is a satellite communicator and allows people to communicate off the grid. So if you’re a person who enjoys recreational activities or a profession that takes you out of cellular services then this service is for you.
He then takes us through his fitness journey which began with sports and activities as a child then continuing into high school. After acquiring his Bachelor of Health Science from York University he then went onto what he described as a “Roller Coaster” career path.
From his experience in various areas of business and fitness, he finds it is very important to have a preventative approach with health and fitness rather than a reactive approach. This will allow us to be more prepared for whatever unexpected obstacles or events will take place in life.
In his final words, Neil leaves advice for us to understand how our mind works and find the best path to accommodate that. Understand where you want to be and what you want to do and go after it.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:57] Introduction
● [02:39] Fitness Journey
● [08:08] Continuous learning in Health & Fitness
● [15:05] The Pandemic and the Health Industry
● [22:16] The Availability of Health & Fitness Support
● [30:34] Current Focus
● [37:01] Closing Advice
Resources Mentioned
● ZOLEO
Quotes
[Neil] “You don’t have to be an expert on everything”
[Neil] “Understand how your mind works, and find the best path to accommodate that”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with a good friend, and client; Michelle.
Michelle speaks about growing up in a traditional Italian home where the main focus was going to school as there was no extra money for sports equipment or a gym membership. Her interest in fitness started with tennis at age 17, when she bought a tennis racket with her first paycheck from working a summer job.
Despite being faced with the task of taking care of ailing parents and other challenging moments in her life, Michelle did not give in to excuses and has worked things out in her favor. Her story is one to inspire many.
She shares her experience with her first trainer and speaks about the lack of results. This experience taught her the importance of getting a knowledgeable quality trainer, and in turn, will motivate you and drive your success.
To end this episode of Incite Change Podcast, Michelle advises people in a similar situation to just get started. And find a trusted trainer and form a trusted partnership, and don’t give yourself a reason to stop living.
Episode Timestamps
- [01:39] Journey into fitness
- [05:17] Motherhood and Fitness
- [10:37] Dedicating Time to Fitness
- [16:30] Making sure Everyone has Support
- [20:56] Every day is a Restart
- [25:55] Show Up for Yourself
- [30:00] It’s OK to Ask for Help
- [35:06] Navigating Life Experiences
- [40:06] Advocate for Yourself
- [45:00] Closing Remarks: Just Start. Don’t Make Excuses
Quotes
[Mauro] “We have to take on more of a lifestyle approach to this”
[Michelle] “The only thing that’s ever finite is death, but until then you can restart every day and it’s all good. So I encourage everybody, every day is a restart....”
[Michelle] “Don’t ever think that you only start at the top of the day, you can start anytime, don’t throw away all of your progress”
[Michelle] “Life is harder but I’m smarter, I have these life experiences to lean on”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Mauro sits down with his friend Anthea.
Listen as she takes us along her fitness journey as a busy mom and wife. At 43 she then decided to seek help from a nutrition coach who assisted her with reaching her goal. After realizing she needed to remain consistent with her health and fitness, she decided to start Strength Training.
Anthea soon noticed she had a passion for fitness and decided to Pay It Forward and help others as she was helped at the beginning of her journey. She first completed her training certification and continued to build her knowledge through conferences and courses and receiving advice from others with more experience in the business.
Leaving us with some final words, one thing she wishes she would have known earlier on was to get a coach. So she wants anyone who is just starting, to get a coach and give yourself time to learn and establish a routine as it will be beneficial to you in the long run.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:12] The Start of her Fitness Journey
● [05:38] Strenght Training
● [10:00] The Value of having a Coach
● [15:00] The Transition to Becoming a Coach
● [20:30] Knowing what to Learn for your Clients
● [30:10] Being more Aware with your Health
● [35:00] Guilt-Free Eating
● [40:15] Final Words
Quotes
[Mauro] “Fitness is a vehicle to something greater”
[Anthea] “The internal strength that has been build as my external strength has grown has been far outweighed”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Mauro sits down with Analisa Naldi.
Analisa, who has been coaching since 2001, first speaks about her upbringing where she learned the value of learning and hard work from a very young age. Taking us through her fitness journey, she mentions it began in high school where she played softball, volleyball and basketball and continued with basketball through college.
She mentions it is important to always be open to learning and keeping your curiosity as it will keep you open to exploring, which coincides with your wanting to learn more about movement and how it all works. She speaks further about the beginning of her career and how she found her passion for working in fitness and teaching others.
Building community is very important to Analisa, she demonstrates this by ensuring her students are educated on healthy ways to move which works with their lifestyle. She also ensures her students are not only healthy on a physical level but also on a mental level.
In closing, she reminds us to have patience and understanding that it will take time for you to get where you want to be in life.
Episode Timestamps
● [00:38] Analisa’s Introduction
● [02:16] Childhood and Upbringing
● [06:58] The Transition into Fitness and Teaching
● [12:15] You Can Never Know Enough
● [16:36] Olympic Lifting
● [21:26] Strong First
● [27:28] From Biomechanics Studies to Fitness
● [35:35] Working on Something New
● [43:06] Final Words
Resources Mentioned
● Analisa Naldi
● Book - POWER. THE TRAINING OF CHAMPIONS.: From biomechanics to exercise physiology, the science of developing powerful athletes
Quotes
[Analisa] “Say less, Do more”
[Analisa] “You pay attention to what you’re doing, as long as it’s in the direction you’re going”
[Analisa] “The mind, the moments and the movement”
[Mauro] “Nothing happens overnight, it will come in time ”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with Patrick Picone.
Patrick, who is beginning his journey as a professional lifestyle coach, takes us through his fitness journey. He described this journey as growing up being an athlete, as he played every kind of sport. He tells us about his passion for fitness and how he made the decision to coach professionally.
In his opinion, there is a disconnect in the fitness industry as it relates to persons being able to connect the Value to the Cost of having a coach. As seeing is believing, he elaborates on the importance of testimonials to understand that the struggles you are having now, others have experienced it and were successful in reaching their goal.
In closing, he wishes to advise anyone who is venturing into the industry like himself; must understand that every client is unique, and you must understand and cater to that client’s unique challenges to get them to their goal.
With the mindset of ‘Always a Beginner’ and the drive to become better for his clients, it is without a doubt that Patrick will be a great Lifestyle Coach.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:12] The beginning of Patrick’s Fitness Journey
● [05:03] Being Intimidated at the Gym
● [07:24] Building Community
● [12:00] Would you have done anything differently?
● [17:56] Changing People’s Mindset to Coaching
● [24:32] Seeing is Believing
● [30:30] Becoming Better for The Clients
● [35:00] Returning to the Gym after lockdown
● [38:16] Patrick’s Advice/Closing Words
Quotes
[Patrick] “I have a desire to help people, I just like bring out the best in people”
[Patrick] “I love the idea of being surrounded by people who are trying to better themselves”
[Mauro] “Always maintain that beginners mindset, that approach, that curiosity”
[Mauro] “The Arts side of things, is just as important as the Science”
[Patrick] “Trust the process, instant results are not a thing”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Mauro sits down with former colleague and friend, Health Coach Yocheved (Jaci).
Listen as she takes us along her fitness journey which she shares began at a young age as she was involved in sports and group activities. While in college, her decision to major in Human Kinetics was made while in line to finalize courses for her initial major; Teaching.
For the past 8 years, Yocheved (Jaci) has provided telephonic and online coaching to over 2100 clients across Canada. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Human Kinetics (specialization Exercise Science/Kinesiology) has been a nationally Certified Personal Trainer for twenty years and is a passionate and resourceful Registered Holistic Nutritionist who loves listening to and speaking with her clients.
Throughout her 20-year coaching career, Yocheved has used her training to provide functional fitness & rehabilitation programs, delivered numerous workshops (including Show some Spine, Physiology of Weight Loss, Understanding Biometrics, and Sugar Addiction), and previously facilitated a Canadian Personal Trainer course for 8 years. Yocheved is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist through the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition. She has a special interest in supporting her client's mood, memory, and cognitive function and in overcoming sugar and food addictions.
To end the episode, she leaves us with one of her favourite quotes, “You can’t fix the software if the hardware is broken” by Dr. Daniel Amen. This helped her in the initial phases to put things into perspective, that supporting healthy nutrition will, in turn, provide the nutrients needed for optimal brain function.
Feel free to contact Coach Jaci through BFF Coaching.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:10] The Beginning of Jaci’s Journey
● [07:30] Continuous Learning in Health & Wellness
● [14:17] Stress Management
● [19:14] Conquering Stress Eating
● [25:21] Food & Sugar Addictions
● [30:00] Receiving Health Coaching
● [35:10] Understanding “WHY” is Step 1
● [40:00] Final Words
Resources Mentioned
● BFF Coaching
● The Benefits of Breathing Exercises: Wim Hof Method
● Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art
Quotes
[Jaci] “You can’t fix the software if the hardware is broken” by Dr. Daniel Amen
[Jaci] “We have to feed the brain the food that it needs and it loves in order to fix how we think”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Mauro sits down with his colleague and fellow mentor Dustin Pederson.
Dustin, originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota, currently living in Portland, Oregon, speaks to us about his fitness journey which began at 19 while in college. Not knowing much at the time, he would just mimic others and try different workouts until he eventually figured things out.
He takes us down memory lane to when he first got into bodybuilding in 2013 when he decided to enter into the Men’s Physique category. At that point, he was introduced to his coach, Brandon Falcon, who wrote him his first nutrition plan which helped him understand how important nutrition was in his goal of gaining weight.
He opens up about how he was able to keep his business alive during the pandemic and how social media is not something he enjoys doing. He emphasizes the importance of having a fitness plan with the correct nutrition, structure and routine in order to see the progress towards your goal.
In closing, Dustin shares why it is necessary to have a coach/mentor and learn the information that will truly help you along the way.
Episode Timestamps
- [00:56] Introduction
- [02:10] First Fitness Experience
- [06:40] Certifications
- [11:30] Confidence through Mentorship
- [14:20] Starting a Mentorship Program
- [16:40] Fitness during the Pandemic
- [24:10] Staying Knowledgeable
- [29:55] Structure and Routine
- [36:04] Expectations vs Reality
- [42:28] Being a Parent in the Fitness Industry
- [50:20] His Current Excitement
- [53:43] Last Words
Resources Mentioned
- Book - The Language of Coaching: The Art & Science of Teaching by Nick Winkelman
Quotes
[Dustin] “We can teach any skills as long as we have the right structure and we have the right correct routine”.
[Mauro] “You are the example your kids are going to follow. If you stop stuff they are going to more than likely stop as well because they see you as the example”
[Dustin] “There is no better way to learn something than to teach it”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with the ladies from the Shout-Out to My Ex Podcast - Amanda & Lily.
The ladies dish about their podcast which, contrary to your assumption from the title is not only conversations about past romantic relationships but also the non-romantic relationships and experiences where they learned and were inspired to move on in a positive light.
Amanda, who is a Director of a childcare centre, skincare professional, wife and mom speaks about her journey to fitness as it relates to work-life balance. She mentions the importance of Time-Blocking as it allows you to prioritize and efficiently plan your day.
Fashion and Brand Photographer and proud fur mom Lily, tells us about her fitness journey and finding what works. She also shares the difficulties she experienced when trying to balance health and fitness while she worked in the hospitality industry. She goes further to share how she has since made changes to improve her overall health and wellness.
The ladies end with reminding persons of the importance of learning from failures, moving past fear, understanding yourself and creating healthy habits to aid with living a happy healthy lifestyle.
Episode Timestamps
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[01:15] Lily’s Introduction
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[01:47] Amanda’s Introduction
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[02:25] About Shout Out To My Ex Podcast
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[03:40] Fitness Journey
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[08:04] Starting a Routine
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[13:10] Time Blocking
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[17:55] Trial and Error
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[21:45] Stigma around Vegetarian
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[26:00] Food & Your Body
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[30:26] Health & Fitness routine from childhood
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[37:10] It’s Easy to Quit
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[40:50] Amanda’s Last Words
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[42:05] Lily’s Last Words
Quotes
[Mauro] “Shout out to my ex-self that didn’t work out, that didn’t pay attention to themself…”
[Amanda] “I like the idea of working out because it allows you to connect to yourself”
[Lily] “..... accountability depends on everyone’s own lifestyle”
[Amanda] “Time blocking is important’
[Mauro] “Try what works for you specifically”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Mauro sits down with his friend and founder of Buy And Sell A Business, Nunzio Presta.
Nunzio shares a little about his business; buyandsellabusiness.com which is an online marketplace where people can buy and sell businesses or franchises every day, ideally in the micro-market - which he identifies as businesses or franchises with a valuation of under 5 million.
Listen to hear about his fitness journey from a Semi-Professional Hockey player to a Businessman and the importance of managing your time and being consistent with your fitness.
He shares best practices for gaining consistency and the importance of prioritizing your physical and mental health as they are all integrated and the harmony will have an overall positive effect on your life.
In closing, his encouragement for anyone starting in business is to make sure you have a team of A-players and always prioritize soft skills over hard skills as soft skills cannot be thought but hard skills can be.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:10] Nunzio speaks about his business
- [05:30] Fitness journey from semi professional Hockey to Business
● [08:00] Managing your time
● [13:00] Foundation elements for a healthy lifestyle
● [18:13] How to make a start
● [23:04] Drop your Ego
● [28:27] Adding value to customer experiences
● [31:48] As you evolve things change
● [36:06] Nunzio’s Last words
Resources Mentioned
● ….
Quotes
[Nunzio] “One of my biggest passions is creation…... To create something special, add value to the world and have fun with it”
[Nunzio] “Leadership is contagious, everyone is looking at you and you’re setting the tone”
[Mauro] “Don’t be afraid to change the way you are approaching things to get to your end result”
[Mauro] “No matter the type of injury or end to the path you’re on, there’s always opportunity to continue”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Mauro sits down with his friend Ana.
Listen as she takes us back in time to the age of 10 when she was first introduced to the world of fitness, thanks to her older brother. She also goes further into her first workout experience at age 14 and her journey since then.
Through her Fascial Stretch training, she learned that everyone cannot be approached the same way and you have to have compassion for people and meet them where they are.
She speaks further about her childhood and being thankful to her mother that she was able to grow up and have a healthy approach to fitness and not fall into the stereotype of getting into it just for looks.
In closing she reminds us that it’s important to take ownership of your health and if you’re at an uncertain stage in your fitness journey, to just follow your heart as there is no right or wrong.
Episode Timestamps
● [01:20] Fitness Journey
● [04:32] First Fitness Job
● [08.20] Investing in your Learning
● [12:05] Having a Healthy Approach to Fitness
● [15:25] Choosing a Great Trainer
● [20:48] Evolving through Networking
● [25:06] Teaching is Tough
● [28:28] Taking Ownership of your Health
● [32:00] Final Words
Quotes
[Mauro] “A lot of ways in life you create your own luck”
[Ana] “...turn on your BS radar and sift through who is who”
[Mauro] “It’s important to have self-determination”
[Ana] “Follow your heart, there is no right or wrong. Do what speaks to you at this moment...”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast we have two guests for the first time - Anthony Curcuruto and Ezekiel Feche. Good friends and colleagues of Coach Mauro.
They have both been here individually to share but today - after much request - we have them as a tag team to drop some more nuggets to help you in your fitness journey and coaching clients.
Listen to their freestyle conversation where they share their experiences with motivating their clients and themselves to find and stick with activities they enjoy.
They share their perspective and experiences to encourage others to understand their goals, and the importance of finding the right information and help that works best to meet their individual needs. We are usually drawn to stuff that we are good at. If you don’t like cardio it's probably because you need more cardio, if you don’t like weight lifting it's probably because you need more lifting. We need to cultivate the habit of doing the uncomfortable stuff, and having balance in our programs and routines to see true results.
Anthony encourages us to learn to navigate and keep a healthy work-life balance with all of life’s pressures that we face daily. Health is very important. Learn to fill up your cup before you can pour out for others.
Zeke advises us to just take the first step and not get stuck in analysis paralysis. You will get better as you go. Also, do what you need to get by, and don’t focus on the mistakes everyone is making. Give yourself credit and figure out what lights your flame so you can light up the world.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[01:00] Stress of weight lifting and cardio
[13:00] Getting the right a coach
[18:00] Triathlon experience
[24:00] Cutting the learning curve
[32:00] Recovery from weight training
[38:00] Sleep
[42:34] Abs Exercises
[50:00] Focus on core and recovery
[59:00] Approaching learning something new
[1:10:00] Last words
Links/Resources Mentioned
Anthony's IG
Zeke's IG
Zeke’s Episode
Anthony’s Episode
Dunning Kruger Effect
The first 20 hours by Josh Kaufman
Quotes:
[Anthony] “Learn how to navigate our health through the time of having your kids at home and going through stressful times in your life. It's stressful on everyone”
[Anthony] “Life race is not a 100-meter sprint it’s a marathon and one year or two years of your life is not the end of the world whatever side of life you stand on to make sure you take care of your self-filling up your cup before you help anybody.”
[Zeke] “We usually talk about things people are doing wrong in fitness and all the BS and how to cut through it and stuff. If you want to make a change just do something…what’s even worse is paralysis by analysis. I hate seeing that more than people so bothered by something is wrong.
[Mauro] “Do something, decide, get started, even if you start veering off in the wrong direction you can get back on track”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast is Coach Mel. Former Olympic pro athlete and fitness coach who has competed on the big stages of Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
She’s trained Judo since 18 years old - martial arts, and grappling arts specifically, are a huge part of her life.She has a BA in Sociology from UC Berkeley and believes it has been very useful in helping her ask better questions as a coach
She tried for the 2016 Rio Olympics and didn't make it. Spent 8 months training in Korea for it. Some crazy stories...
She then transitioned to BJJ, won Pan American Championships at blue belt, Silver at Worlds at purple belt
Strongfirst certs: SFG1, SFG2, SFL (barbell), SFB (bodyweight)
Iron Maiden
Sinister
Young Mel was always athletically inclined even though she had a hard time socializing. She was on the cross-country team in grade school and the track and field team in high school. Athletics gave her confidence and served as a space where she could express herself.
In high school, her mentor; CJ, introduced her to grappling. She developed more interest and saved up money to join a Judo club.
She tried for the Rio Olympics and didn’t make it due to injuries from overtraining and not resting well enough. After that snag, she regrouped and started coaching to help people achieve their fitness goals like her mentors in the past helped her. She says her favorite type of student is someone not training for the Olympics as she’s been there before and knows how stressful it is.
After her career in Judo, she switched to BJJ, intentionally moving away from serious competition to focus on having more fun. She used to train in BJJ to help her win in Judo so the switch was a natural transition with no pressure to perform in competitions.
To be physically healthy you must be mentally healthy. Be confident, be strong, and feel strong. Make sure your inner and outer realities match. Mel says her biggest regret was not resting and recovering well enough. She believes she would have been injured less and won a lot more matches had she rested more.
To prevent injuries don’t put too much focus on strength over function and don’t focus on too much range than you can control.. Don’t shy away from discomfort but don’t confuse that with pain as a way of working towards your goal.
People should realize that a lot of stuff put on social media is just the highlight reel. All these fitness influencers are not eating and working out the way they claim all year round. Its periodization and people are not always honest about how they achieve their goals.
To end this, Mel advises us to know Ourselves and know our Deep WHY - this will propel us to achieve our goals in a shorter time.
Also, in your day-to-day living, have a growth mindset instead of a fixed one. Nothing is fixed if you don’t want it to be. You can’t be helped if you have self-limiting beliefs.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[01:00] Coach Mel’s journey to fitness
[05:00] Training for Olympics and recovery
[12:00] Transition to BJJ
[17:00] Relationship with Discomfort
[21:00] Enjoyment of your fitness journey
[27:00] Training in the way you want to live
[31:00] Running Oakland’s Most powerful
[43:00] Using your environment to change yourself
[46:00] Mel’s last advice-Know thyself
Links Mentioned
Strong First
Precision Nutrition
Oaklands most powerful
Quotes:
“It’s just not worth it to link pain or discomfort for a certain nature with progress.”
“Knowing your mind, knowing your habits, knowing what keeps you ticking, knowing what lights the fire underneath you, knowing when you just chill is really important.”
“Whenever I hear someone say no pain no gain it kills me inside…I lived that for several years., my performances categorically will have been different if I had rested”
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Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast is Chevy Philips, a good friend, and colleague of Mauro's. Chevy is a Mechanical Engineer and IFBB pro athlete who has competed on big stages.
Always leading an active life growing up in martial art and track & field, Chevy started working out in the gym as a skinny teenager focused on becoming bigger.
Chevy moved to Canada in 2009 to pursue his Undergraduate in Mechanical Engineering. He had a pretty active life in college and continued on this path of fitness after school. Engineering has influenced his training style in terms of applying ideas of mechanics and moments to the movement of his body.
Nowadays he’s a pro athlete and fitness trainer. Interestingly, it took him 7 shows over 2 years to win his pro card. Chevy shares a story of how getting laid off from his engineering job pushed him to pursue a career as a fitness trainer.
Nutrition plays a big role in your fitness goals. Whether you’re building fat or building muscle, it has a lot to do with what energy you’re using in the gym. The simple way to understand it is to increase the food you are eating if you want to gain weight and vice versa. “Calories in Calories Out” - that’s the name of the game. Most people try cutting water weight to get a quick win which is not sustainable. Real change doesn’t happen quickly. Quick gains are not sustainable; they are like gambling.
When it comes to training clients, a major thing to look out for is commitment. Chevy advises people to focus on inputs and lifestyle, and output will take care of itself. By focusing on lifestyle inputs to hit your goals, you are more likely to maintain them.Chevy loves to work with clients that want to exercise as a part of life, people who are making changes and see the value of exercise and what effect sleep and nutrition have on them.
One thing to avoid is overloading your clients too soon. Help them enjoy the process and not make it feel like a chore. In doing so, they are more likely to stick with it and achieve their goals. Most times it's not the aesthetics for them but just the feeling of being able to function, move, and use fitness as a vehicle to a more fulfilled life.
When training, make sure to start with building up with what you can do. Don’t try to get results right from the beginning. Just be consistent and eventually you will see the difference.
Finally, Chevy encourages us to appreciate life, think outside the box, deal with things as they come, and remember it’s never too late to start something. More thinking is wasting time, so take action.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[01:00] Chevy journey into fitness
[05:00] Chevy talks about his workout schedule and nutrition
[8:00] Quick results are not sustainable
[09:00] Chevy’s approach to client relationship
[11:30] Bodybuilding and Life balance
[15:00] Biomechanics of training
[17:00] Sports discipline and daily life
[18:30] Fitness and the pandemic
[21:00] Chevy on future of fitness
[24:00] Chevy last words
LINKS AND BOOKS MENTIONED
Iron Bull Strength equipment for home gyms and workouts
QUOTES:
“One time I’ll just say that it’s never too late to start anything ...time is like perspective. just do it, if you are thinking about doing it you wasting time”
“I think moving forward people will appreciate the gym and fitness more. they took it for granted and going to make use of it”
“Are you ready for the commitment because it’s more of lifestyle, forget about goal and do what you got to do every single day in day out then your goals will be accomplished”
“Everyone thinks they can do something until it’s time to do something”
In today’s episode of the Incite Change Podcast, Coach Mauro sits down with a friend, and founder of The Bombshell Project - Christina. She shares her unfiltered fitness journey, including all the highs and lows, and not just the highlight reel. They discuss the stigma around weightlifting for women and bodybuilding shows including how she got into fitness, and why she moved from Canada all the way to Australia.
The health and fitness journey for Christina has been a lifelong battle of wanting to fit in this perfect mold. She was a chubby kid and got picked on in her childhood years. Being 19, consuming a lot of fast food, and diagnosed with gallbladder stone, she had to choose between losing weight or getting surgery done.
Christina started training in her early 20s but with an ongoing crisis in her life, she made a promise to herself on her 30th birthday that she was going to be that girl on stage showing her work of 12 years - bodybuilding. She has been documenting her journey on Instagram, and inspiring other women to become the best version of themselves.
Her passion was traveling and adventure, so she sought opportunities and ended up in Australia. Staying in that new country and the pandemic had her motivated to get fit and healthy both physically and mentally; using gratitude and positive affirmation daily. She immersed herself in the body-building culture in Melbourne.
Fitness is more about health and mindset and getting in a really good space than it is eating certain foods and dieting a certain way. It is more about giving the body the nutrients it needs and not restricting your body. You can eat whatever you want as long as there is moderation. Remember to eat right, drink your water, eat your veggies.
For the mental part of fitness, Christina advises doing affirmations and having a run every day. This gives you space to think and gets you connected to your body.
It helps to readjust your perspective to everything and this snowballs into a lot of positive things for you.
Her story of the journey of fitness and health is inspiring as she influences others to get fit and stay healthy. "The key to change... is to let go of fear." -Roseanne Cash
Alway remember movement is medicine
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[00:03] Intro
[00:26] Why is Christina here?
[01:27] Christina's story of fitness & how everything changed
[05:54] Fuel and motivation to keep going
[07:39] Reviews on content posted and how she felt becoming an example to others
[09:19] Christina's on-stage experience
[10:28] The struggle and work onwards
[12:48] Two shows? Crowds? What Next?
[16:55] Covid-19 Pandemic effect
[18:50] Adjusting to Australia
[20:31] Picked up any new ideas and new trends in health and fitness?
[23:37] Improving mental and physical health
[25:58] Question: How did you overcome the experience of being bulky & how did you influence others that the only thing getting bulky is the fear of being so?
[31:15] Dieting only leads to a calorie deficit
[34:46] Final Question: If you were to go back and talk to yourself at 19 years old, and you're getting started in this journey, what would you tell yourself? Or let's just happen somebody from the bombshell project, or listening to this podcast so happen to know both of us somehow, and they're thinking about getting started with their fitness goals, what would be your advice to them?
[37:30] Outro
QUOTES
"People can learn from stories and struggles because a lot of what we see on social media it's like a highlight reel of people's lives."
"At the end of the day, I'm just sharing my journey so as long as it would help at least one person I was happy."
"There's more to be learned when you have to struggle through it on your own, to begin with."
"Movement is medicine"
"It's all about to keep going and getting out of your comfort zone."
LINKS
The Bombshell Project - https://www.instagram.com/bombshellproject/?hl=en
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We take the knowledge we have today about training for granted. Not too long ago, it was extremely difficult to learn about training. Our guest today, Jorge Ramos, discusses his journey learning about training and going from training with cement cans to training with legends like Ben Pakulski and Joe Bennet. Jorge is almost 50 but still moves like he is in his 20s, there’s a lot you can learn from him.
Coach Mauro sits down with his friend and colleague from the Dominican Republic to reflect on the shared mentorship program, his story growing up in a baseball-loving setting, and how much of what he learned or used to workout was DIY.
He shares a story of the ingenious way he made workout equipment growing up, and the motivation to seek out knowledge where resources were scarce. Reading magazines was the only way to get access to fitness information when he first started his fitness journey. He learnt a lot from trial and error and had a lot of injuries in the mix without guidance. After a third surgery, he went through rehabilitation to get back into shape and got deeper into the biomechanics of the body.
Jorge met Charles Poliquin while searching for a trainer. With his knowledge and training at the muscle camp, Jorge started to change the culture surrounding the Dominican Republic sports and fitness. The passion for coaching others led to him teaming up with other trainers, where he practiced what he teaches in order to inspire others to start their fitness journey.
The science and art of coaching is seeing the little things especially if they are the wrong things, and fixing them to make the patterns right- relearning the capability of moving.
Jorge believes in relearning the basics and taking control of your movements. You must approach training with mindfulness and control of everything from your breath, to your heart rate, sympathetic and parasympathetic nerve work. Re-educate your moving patterns and you will start to feel different about everything else. Exercising with intelligence is far better than exercising hard. Why push yourself hard and ignore the basics of moving the body?
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[00:03] Intro
[00:24] Introducing Jorge Ramos
[01:10] How Jorge got into fitness
[10:13] Getting the help to strive
[11:20] Lover of sports; got involved in competitions & other programs
[16:46] A life-changing experience
[19:56] Sharing fitness materials & information via mentorship to the citizens of the Dominican Republic with Ben
[23:17] Health & Fitness instructions
[26:41] Practicing what I teach got people inspired to start their fitness journey
[29:29] Exercising smart and not hard is more efficient
[33:17] The passion for coaching people lead to a team effort
[37:23] The science and art of coaching
[41:57] Preference in teaching: clients or other trainers?
[43:15] First certification program in anatomy and biomechanics
[44:11] Perfecting and evolving knowledge to help others
[47:43] Relearning the capability of moving
[55:47] Question: Is there something you wish people would understand or know before they come to you?
[1:01:23] Outro
QUOTES
"If you have a weakness, you have to get better and keep on moving in order to get back to your sports."
"If you want to build a bigger and stronger body, you have to know how to move the body well if you want to build the bicep, triceps, or any other part."
"Sometimes you're putting in the effort but you're not paying attention to the execution. You're not paying attention to the technique...sometimes going hard in a more novice individual is like doing raw strain."
"When you put into the effort, the form, the execution, the stability, the range of motions, and the control of your movements are everything."
LINKS MENTIONED
All Victories, Sports and Sciences Institute - https://avssinstitute.com/
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Today we have with us on the Incite Change Podcast, Craig Nisbet. He is a colleague of Coach Mauro from the Muscle Intelligence Mentorship, here to share his journey to becoming a coach, and navigating not only a new career but a new country in the midst of a Pandemic.
Growing up In Scotland, young Craig didn't take a liking to sports. He tells us his journey of becoming a coach was one more of a self-discovery. He kept trying out new things, found what helped, and is now passing it on to other people. Along the way, he had second thoughts of giving up on health and fitness, and even had experts he reached out to fail him. Soon he realized the best coaches, do not always have the best genetics, and are not necessarily gifted in a way better than others.
Craig is here right now, and has been where you have been. He shares the story of his weight loss and fitness journey. In his teenage years, he went on a rollercoaster of emotions and fears of never being healthy and meeting his target weight. Craig divulges his insecurities in high school, his experience with developing gynecomastia, and gaining a lot of weight. He felt as though people were always giving him second glances due to his weight. He set out to see if he could get passed his fear. He signed up with gym professionals as a teen, who then shattered his confidence and failed him further. Craig then transitioned to a less active lifestyle because of this sense of failure.
Mr. Nisbet speaks of how he rose to the occasion, found his place in the health and fitness lifestyle, persevered to become the best version of himself, which has allowed him to push others who have been in his position.
If you feel sick at the thought of walking into a gym, but really want to improve your fitness, then learn how he went from insecure and afraid to being his own gym coach.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[00:03] Intro
[00:25] Introducing Craig Nisbet and his story
[04:30] Question for Craig: Experiencing insecurities, do you think that there was a fork in the road where you could have made a different decision? Did you feel like it was bound to happen this way?
[06:53] Getting out of the comfort zone
[08:33] Something had to be done
[10:30] Secret ingredient for perseverance over the years
[12:23] Health and fitness makes you feel whole
[13:37] Why push forward for other people?
[16:44] Experience used as a source of inspiration to make a difference in other people's lives
[18:09] 'Super powers' to make change
[20:03] Low bar expectations with gym professionals
[21:00] Mentorship experience
[23:05] Coaching is not just about the physical side; it is also psychological
[26:39] Question: What do you think is the biggest shift or game-changer that you noticed for yourself?
[29:04] Question: How do you feel putting yourself out there, especially online?
[32:12] Question: Where do you see this going for you next?
[33:29] Added information
[35:23] Final question: What would you wish somebody would know before they came to meet you or what do you wish more people would understand?
[38:08] Outro
QUOTES
“ When it comes to the general population. I feel like I have got that kinda empathetic structure in place. I know exactly what you are going through. I have been there…. and can bring my own experience to the table and try to help them get there a little bit faster than it took me.”
"Health and fitness is a vehicle to a more fulfilled life."
"Don't let this fear of change hold you back."
We journey through the life story with Christina Relke, the CEO of Relke Fitness.
Not a CEO overnight, as she had and still has tons of ideas she wants to implement and still intend on doing so. She tells us how she built her own company over quarantine and how she accomplishes what she has now. Every story has its unique situation and completing a degree in psychology and having hopes of using it in a special way had become a reality; also a computer programmer and having her own hybrid model of online training app.
Christina is an athlete and from a family where health and fitness is a priority. She struggled with her weight and even though she turned to the gym, she was disappointed and crushed. No genuine and individualistic goal was planned for her, treated like everyone else, she walked away from the ‘experts’ and became her own advocate for her body. Not the usual coach, Christina uses her scope of practice and initiates it within her coaching tactics; advocating for the needs of each individual. As she inspires us to be the better version of ourselves, listen in on the real importance of constantly improving our mind and body.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[00:01] Intro
[00:23] Welcoming Christina Relke to the Incite Change podcast
[01:03] Quick story on how I met Christina
[02:47] Her experience in building her own company
[09:31] How did Christina get to where she is now
[14:10] Advocating for her body's needs
[16:03] Christina's biggest game-changer; using psychology in gym fitness
[19:19] Having a referral system enhanced the vibrance, collaboration, and guidance within the gym population
[26:21] Tracking calories is not really necessary
[33:49] Self-reflection is key in finding the right solution to each individual
[37:38] Treat your body with respect to unwind after being exhausted
[40:12] Imposter syndrome is natural but everyone's response will be differing
[43:52] Continuing your education is a continuing goal that everyone should prioritize
[53:24] Added information
[54:36] Question: What is something that you wish more people understood before they came to see you or wish that more people would ask?
[56:47] Outro
QUOTES
"We all want to look good, and at the end of the day we do what we do preach; we want to look good, feel good."
"It is difficult to really be out there but authenticity is key."
"Now that I have taken the time to basically be a bat, stay in my lair, sit and figure out these things and how I wanted to do it; now from here, it's full steam ahead, just making sure that everyone is able to learn how to work out with confidence. But also do it in a way that is serving their true self and is authentic to them rather than to be a cookie-cutter programmer image of someone else."
CONNECT WITH Christina Relke on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinarelke
LINKS
Relke Fitness App on IOs and Andriod- https://www.relkefitness.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/relkefitness/
Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast is Dan, a good friend of Mauro and a great musician . He’s not here to put together notes and chords but to share with us his knowledge on conscious breathing and the Wim Hof Method.
Dan didn’t play sports growing up like most of our guests on this Podcast. His journey to conscious breathing, started when he chanced on a Vice Video of Wim Hof and his breathing methods.. This sent him down a rabbit hole of discovery. He was doing some yoga at the time and eventually became a teacher of pranayama which is the practice of conscious breathing in yoga. He opines this practice helps a devotee to make better decisions, get more clarity, and generally gives him a better quality of life.
Dan who was cold averse all his life got inspired by Wim’s story and saw it as a way to help him improve his cold tolerance for winter in Canada. He started to practice it and this opened the door to a different type of space than he was used to with Yoga. In his own words “This felt different and I felt the sense of presence was very strong and felt very grounded and open”. This led him to dive deeper into the Wim Hof method, even taking the Ice bath.
Dan tells interesting stories of his experience with police while taking a walk with very little clothing in cold weather and the cold walk he took with friends to raise money for music therapy. With lockdowns happening Dan thinks doing things like these are a great way to improve cold tolerance and enjoy the winter weather with friends and family.
Wim Hof method, cold showers, diaphragmatic breathing, and the likes; like everything else are tools in your toolbox for fitness and wellness activities. One needs to practice them consistently for some time to see results. You need to realize that when you face any challenge that plagues you with angst sometimes that activity might become fun along the way. So, push yourself harder when you need to and try new things
The Wim Hof method has three pillars which include components of breathing, mindset, and cold exposure. The Mindset aspect is becoming an observer and curious as to what’s happening around you. Breathing puts you in a meditative place, the exhale retention process quietens the mind, and being in the Cold Ice bath gets you grounded into the presence of the moment. When you sit into an ice bath you will be 100% in the moment guaranteed.
Dan encourages people to practice conscious breathing and cold exposure activities. You can engage in activities such as Patrick McKeown’s oxygen advantage techniques. diaphragmatic breathing, Wim Hof method, holotropic breathwork, nose breathing and not necessarily going running outdoors without a shirt. People should also start to create a space to promote healing and remember there is nothing as spiritual as space so find your quiet place.
Finally, Dan encourages us to limit the theories, podcasts, YouTube videos (of course they have their place) and plunge into the experience of conscious breathing and go on a deep dive, find out more for ourselves and refine it to our taste. There is so much more depth to explore once you get into the art of conscious breathing
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[01:00] Dan and Mauro talk about how they met at a pub
[02:00] Dan’s Introduction to Conscious Breathing
[09:00] Yoga and Wim Hof Method
[13:00] Growing tolerance to cold
[22:00 Empathy and being an observer of Yourself
[26:00] Eye Lesson on Perspective
[25:00] Understanding Macronutrients
[28:30] Evolution of Meditative Life
[31:00] Creating Space to promote Healing
[46:00] Diaphragmatic Breathing
[35:00] Being A Fit Chef
[39:00] If you want It You Will Make the time
LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED:
- VICE Iceman Documentary
- The Joe Rogan Experience #712
- Headspace Mindfulness/Meditation App
- Breathing Bubble: Guided Wim Hof Method Breathing
- Pranayama
- The Power of Now - Eckhart Tolle
- The Wim Hof Method: Activate Your Full Human Potential
- What Doesn’t Kill Us - Scott Carney
- Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art
Dan’s Work
- @breathingbeats on instagram
- Steady & Sweet Guided Breathwork
QUOTES:
“Sometimes you just need to hear something very strongly and clearly from someone to believe it”
“There is a lot of conflict in the world, and if we want less conflict, we need more understanding, and that doesn’t mean we don’t put up boundaries, boundaries are necessary for life”
“Just creating space is a really powerful thing…sometimes the best thing we can do is, create space. And when you create space, something beautiful can come in. They say there's nothing spiritual as space. Just by creating that space, a lot of healing can happen”
Today on the Incite Change Podcast we welcome Flavia, a client of Coach Mauro, who shares with us her mindset journey to her fitness goals.
Flavia grew up as an amateur athlete, but was unable to keep it up while going to college. Life, stress, and “valid reasons not to” exercise came up, and it wasn’t until feeling herself being winded climbing up stairs that Flavia made any adjustments. Facing a real existential crisis, she recognized that she needed to make drastic changes to her lifestyle, to improve her fitness.
Self-consciousness is one veil that can prevent one from going to the gym and hitting goals. In turn, it encourages you to make excuses, and pull back. You have to change your mindset, and quit trying to avoid failure because you can’t go through life not trying anything. A major “aha” moment for Flavia was realizing, everyone is too self-absorbed to be thinking about you at the gym. Most people think there is a spotlight of attention on them at the gym, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Everybody is there for themselves.
Flavia shares a story of how scared she was when starting training with Coach Mauro; And how being open toward what she was taught, and trying new things, helped challenge her to achieve her goals in a short time. Most beginners are under pressure to be perfect, and this doesn’t always end well. It's okay to not get the form right, the first time. Do not expect perfection; this takes the pressure off you to perform. Before you know it, you are doing things you otherwise thought you couldn’t. Always remember that good, and permanent results take time.
Fitness is a vehicle to a more fulfilled life. When you make a change in fitness, it builds your confidence, skills, and grit, and these traits can then be transferred to other aspects of your life. Taking care of yourself is a sign of self-respect, and you have the confidence to demand the best from people around you.
There is a misconception that women who go to the gym will become bulky. Weight training does one thing very reliably: it makes you stronger. Most people who are classified as bulky have a high percentage of body fat, which is the result of eating more calories than the body needs to maintain its current state. Mauro shares the metaphor, “Just because you’ve got a driver’s license, doesn’t mean you can drive a Nascar”.
Coach Mauro and Flavia discuss being objective, and less subjective. Suggesting “stop investing emotions in your measures, as a reflection of yourself”. You are not going to lose all your progress because of one big meal. Remember, it didn’t take you one day to get to where you are so it sure won’t take one day, one bad meal, one cookie. to take you back to zero.
Finally, Flavia encourages us to find a community of people to support you to help you get back on track. You can make friends in the gym that are valid fans, and ready to support your goals. Having like-minded people moving in the same direction as you, waiting in the wing to support you when you need it, is a game-changer.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[01:00] Flavia’s convoluted journey to fitness
[07:00] Finally signing up to train with Coach Mauro
[14:00] Fitness as a vehicle to a fulfilled Life
[19:00] Progress isn’t Linear
[22:00] Physical Activity and Improved Quality of Life
[25:00] Myth of Women getting bulky when they train
[35:30] Being Objective and Less Subjective about Measurements
[43:00] Flavia Last Thoughts for People in Her Situation
[45:00] Finding A Social Support
Quotes :
“The more you do nothing, the more nothing happens…it was a self-fulfilling prophecy of defeat, I knew I was going to suck at it, so of course, I sucked, I knew I wasn’t going to enjoy it, so of course, I didn’t enjoy it, I knew I was going to quit, so of course I quit.”
“It’s not as scary as we make it seem. It’s safer not to fail, it's better to not try, that way you won’t fail. I teach a growth mindset, and I can recognize it in myself …in avoiding failure I’m building myself up to fail further, because you can’t go through life not trying anything, and surviving.”
“Weekly measurements taught me not to place so much stock into weekly measurements. Because you can’t look at something just week by week, and comparing it to one week, you have to look at the data that came before it”
“It didn’t take you one day to get to this stage, and it’s not going to take one day to go back.. It’s a process of moving forward and the reverse, is the process of backsliding. You can fall off a horse but I mean if you stay on the ground that’s the problem.. re-evaluate the process, do not not assign blame and just keep going”
Resources Mentioned:
- Mindset: The New Psychology of Success
Today we are joined by Terry Jackson, a mixed martial artist and certified personal trainer with a specialization in strength and conditioning. He joins Mauro today to discuss his journey to his current career and
Terry started as a professional mixed martial artist. He had always been passionate about it and he was a competition athlete. His brother-in-law pestered him to get certified as a trainer, after all it was everything that he loved and was passionate about. Terry saw it as a way to fine tune his existing skillset and learn new ones. Right after finishing the certification, he knew he wasn’t ready to train other people yet. In 2010, within one year of his certification, Terry went on to obtain a degree in exercise science and health promotion. He knew this was what he wanted to do and after he completed his 5-year degree he became certified in CSCS.
From there, Terry went on to work in the strength and conditioning field. This enabled him to work with many different types of athletes and learn about how they operate. Following this, Terry started working at the same gym as Mauro. When Terry starts something, he has to know everything about what he is doing. That way he knows he is an expert in whatever he is doing and can properly impart knowledge to others to help them on their journey.
If he had to go back in time and train himself, there isn’t much that Terry would change. His objective at the time was to learn what he didn’t know and become the trainer that he would want to have. What he would change is the old school way he was trained. He would include learning more about structure, the importance of rehab and nutrition. He also missed out on a lot of strength training due to the misconception that lifting makes you big and slow.
When it comes to making weight for fighting there’s a right way and a wrong way to go about it. If you’re a couple of days out from a fight and you need to drop a small amount of weight to qualify, you’re mostly going to be dropping water weight, creating a short-term, small change. You need to do it in a way that doesn’t stress your body. If you are starting from several months before a competition, it’s about finding out your isocaloric intake. A good goal to aim for is losing 1% of your body weight a week, otherwise you risk a fast plateau and regain. Everything from nutrition to exercise will vary for athletes and for the general population. It’s about creating individual plans.
These days, Terry is most focused on maintenance and his aerobic capacity. With lockdown, equipment is harder to access but where there’s a will, there’s a way. You don’t need the equipment to get moving, focus on what you can do. The industry has been drastically affected by Covid. Many gyms and facilities have been closed down, some permanently. Those that are still around have pivoted into online classes and training. In the future, Terry believes the industry will be permanently changed. The general population may not want to go back to equipment sharing and we might see more outdoor classes emerge.
Terry and Mauro discuss how Terry is hoping to help the general population focus on macros, nutrition and creating palatable food that people want to eat and how he hopes to open his own space in the future.
Today we have with us on the Incite Change podcast Vanessa Gonzalez, a friend of coach Mauro and a fellow mentorship member, to discuss overcoming adversity, taking control of anxiety with training, and remaining modest along the way. She currently works at “Longevity Lab” in Alaska where she is a personal trainer.
Born in California she spent much of her life “moving with the wind” as she puts it. Vanessa grew up playing school sports, and participated in extracurricular activities as an escape. Working as an assistant coach in high school, Vanessa had an “aha! moment” and realized she loved coaching, training, and hanging around people. She continued on to study at the University of Alaska, and had to finish up at University of Texas-El Paso. Being a military spouse, and having to move with the husband, it was no easy feat, but she graduated.
“It is not about what you can’t do at the gym, it is about finding what you can. Wherever you are right now, whatever that is emotional, spiritual, physical... find that common ground and just take it one step further.” She suggests, “This way, you can use movement and exercise to get better and help others get better too.” Vanessa had a poignant point about life, “Always remember ‘living your best life’ in the body that you love, is subjective; And different to every individual. So don’t compare your progress, to other people’s success you see on the internet or in your local gym”.
Going into the 2020 Mentorship, the question she had lingering on her mind was “how to serve the people at a deeper level”. She believed trainers must also have the minds of students. They have to have the right mindset, be open to learning things that make them better to help their clients. Vanessa almost left the industry, but a desire to deep dive into exercise in a way more than sets and reps led her to a life-changing transformative experience.
Vanessa talks about the pause before taking on something that scares her. She shared the thought, “If you can’t then you must”. SHe talks about doing things outside of your comfort zone, and that feeling after something you almost didn’t go through, “Wow, I can’t believe I almost didn’t do that”. She goes on to suggest that you give things that scare you a try and see how it goes.
People should forget what they know and come to a trainer with an open slate and come and be willing to learn despite your background or what you told yourself you can do. Come with a clear mind willing to learn. Get rid of those expectations and limitations, who knows what you might learn. Come with that curiosity, It allows you to learn and to not be blocked by what you think you know or you don’t know.
Vanessa and Mauro also discuss what they see as the future of coaching going with lockdown and the pandemic and how it has changed for them.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[01:15] Terry’s experience in fighting and fitness
[04:30] Camp Fit Experience And Being A Perfect Coach
[08:50] Making weight for fighting and Body Fat Loss
[10:20] Fight- Prep Conditioning Through Calorie Restriction
[13:50] Overcoming obstacles with a community
[16:00] How to Recover As A Fighter
[20:00] Factors Affecting Water Balance
[24:30] Fitness Industry and The Pandemic
[26:00] Home Gyms and Training At Home
[28:00] Preparing Foods That Hit Macros
[31:00] What Terry Expects Of A Training Client
QUOTES:
“ Well, I'll tell you this, at the end of the day, when you go into all of those last-minute "Fight Prep" methods... It's predominantly water loss... It's not fat loss so all that work needs to be done ahead of time using the methods that I'm sure we'll dive into in a minute, regarding fat loss.”
“ A lot of people feel like they can just throw money at problems and have it disappear. Hiring a coach is an investment but you still have to be responsible for your own behaviour...You can’t outrun a bad diet. Coming to us getting your workout in and not really willing to budge on the nutrition side of things is not gonna get you to where you wannabe. Make sure you are willing to put in the work”
“ Being successful at training at home it will be a hard sell for someone to have to travel 40 minutes each way to get in their workout when they could just do it at home “
LINKS
Terry’s Instagram
Today with us on the Incite Change Podcast is Chef extraordinaire Anthony Sestito, a good friend of Mauro. Anthony is here to give us insights into the intricacies of cooking, nutrition, and fitness. Anthony doesn't only make food taste good, but also makes it fit your training and body composition needs.
Before going into culinary school, Anthony wasn't very interested in fitness. It wasn’t until he started training for firefighting that he developed the love and passion for being in the gym. He's now consistently at the gym 5-6 days a week, and opines that for what it's done for him physically, mentally and emotionally, he will never turn back from it. It's one of the greatest things he's ever done, seeing first hand the ability to control one's well-being, and having the power to change your body composition.
Understanding how to utilize all the techniques and flair of cooking can help make food to be health-conscious and yield very good results. He speaks of the misconceptions in the fitness industry where everyone recommends very bland, and one-track-minded meals. Everybody and their gym buddy are eating broccoli, rice and steak or chicken. It serves a purpose, and it hits targets, but it’s not always enjoyable. Once you have a better understanding of your calorie and macro breakdowns, it allows you a little bit of freedom to play with your food.
Chef Anthony speaks about the culinary industry, where a standard technique is to manipulate the fat in recipes to improve the flavour and taste. It’s probably where the misconception that healthy food has to taste bad came from. He suggests you can always find a way to make nutrition fuel your goals, but no one recipe fits everybody. You are your own case study, keep trying iterations of your own recipe, and through trial and error, you will find what works for you.
Anthony shares the secret of “Sous Vide”, a cooking method usually employed in high-end restaurants that you can now use in your meal prep. It's cooking under vacuum in an emerging circulator. As an example, you do 10 portions of lamb shanks individually bagged, in an emerging water bath, and now you have 10 portions of lamb shanks that can be reheated faster than you will take if you were to cook from start to finish. And it can last in your fridge for 7-10 days. Just reheat and get on the go. It allows you to prepare things in bulk and have them individually pre-portioned because you have them under vacuum there is no oxidation and the chance of it going bad. “Sous Vide” ensures you retain more nutrient and reduce waste of foods
Finally, Chef Anthony advises chefs to not make their profession an excuse to not stay fit. Non-chefs also have the chance to learn a lot over the internet, and understand there are going to be failures as you travel toward your desired results. And remember, if you want it, you will make the time for it.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[01:30] Anthony On His Culinary Background and Fitness
[07:25] Growing Up and Love For Fitness
[12:45] Try and Error-You are your own case study
[15:00] How Cooking is Done in High-End Restaurant
[18:00] Sous Vide Cooking and less water
[20:00] Meal Prep at Home and Eating Healthier
[25:00] Understanding Macronutrients
[27:30] The Science behind Food and Science
[29:00] Meal Prep Service
[33:00] Fitness and working through adversities
[35:00] Being A Fit Chef
[39:00] If you want It You Will Make the time
[41:00] Don’t overcomplicate Anything Just get started
QUOTES:
“Now more so than ever you need to focus on nutrition, Understanding how active you are nowadays and how to incorporate nutrition within that kind of goal that you got that’s what caught my eyes now ”
“For somebody who is a chef, You’re pigeonholing yourself if you make your occupation your excuse you have more knowledge about food than most people do already. For anybody who is not a chef there's so much out there so much opportunity for you to broaden your horizon you don't have to be cooking at a chef-level”
“There are going to be so many failures before you finally get to the results you want. You have to fall and fail and go through those experiences and learn”
“I think there is a tonne of information out there, so much content, so much knowledge about there is almost too little to no excuse for anybody now. The there only thing that is the challenge for everybody is time but if you really want it you will make the time”
LINKS
Fitness Goal Focused Meal-Prep: Eatprepped
Eat prepped Instagram
Anthony’s Instagram:
Today we have with us on the Incite Change podcast Vanessa Gonzalez, a friend of coach Mauro and a fellow mentorship member, to discuss overcoming adversity, taking control of anxiety with training, and remaining modest along the way. She currently works at “Longevity Lab” in Alaska where she is a personal trainer.
Born in California she spent much of her life “moving with the wind” as she puts it. Vanessa grew up playing school sports, and participated in extracurricular activities as an escape. Working as an assistant coach in high school, Vanessa had an “aha! moment” and realized she loved coaching, training, and hanging around people. She continued on to study at the University of Alaska, and had to finish up at University of Texas-El Paso. Being a military spouse, and having to move with the husband, it was no easy feat, but she graduated.
“It is not about what you can’t do at the gym, it is about finding what you can. Wherever you are right now, whatever that is emotional, spiritual, physical... find that common ground and just take it one step further.” She suggests, “This way, you can use movement and exercise to get better and help others get better too.” Vanessa had a poignant point about life, “Always remember ‘living your best life’ in the body that you love, is subjective; And different to every individual. So don’t compare your progress, to other people’s success you see on the internet or in your local gym”.
Going into the 2020 Mentorship, the question she had lingering on her mind was “how to serve the people at a deeper level”. She believed trainers must also have the minds of students. They have to have the right mindset, be open to learning things that make them better to help their clients. Vanessa almost left the industry, but a desire to deep dive into exercise in a way more than sets and reps led her to a life-changing transformative experience.
Vanessa talks about the pause before taking on something that scares her. She shared the thought, “If you can’t then you must”. SHe talks about doing things outside of your comfort zone, and that feeling after something you almost didn’t go through, “Wow, I can’t believe I almost didn’t do that”. She goes on to suggest that you give things that scare you a try and see how it goes.
People should forget what they know and come to a trainer with an open slate and come and be willing to learn despite your background or what you told yourself you can do. Come with a clear mind willing to learn. Get rid of those expectations and limitations, who knows what you might learn. Come with that curiosity, It allows you to learn and to not be blocked by what you think you know or you don’t know.
Vanessa and Mauro also discuss what they see as the future of coaching going with lockdown and the pandemic and how it has changed for them.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[01:39] What growin up was like for Vanessa
[04:05] Meeting Mauro at Ben’s Mentorship
[08:02] Love for sports and introducing siblings to the active lifestyle
[12:45] Developing Passion to the science of coaching with mentors
[13:50] Overcoming obstacles with a community
[16:00] Movement as therapy
[15:40] Benefits of outdoor activities
[17:30] Wim Hof method and Breathing During Exercise
[22:00] Mentorship and serving clients at a different level
[30:00] Connecting to the right resources
[35:00] Cold Water Showers and Dealing with Anxiety
[38:00] Kettlebell training to become a fitness instructor postpathurm
[45:00] Advice to people to starting out with a trainer
QUOTES:
“Whoever it is that walks into my gym. It is not about what you can’t do at the gym, it is about finding what you can. Wherever you are right now, whatever that is emotional, spiritual, physical... find that common ground and just take it one step further”
“Living your best life in a body that you love and a body that you love is so subjective… like a 7$ trophy at the top of the olympics stage “
“Most awesome experiences in my life have been through chasing that strange feelings… doing something outside my comfort zone”
“Come with a clean slate and willingness to learn, come with that curiosity it allows the ability to learn and not be blocked by what you think you know or you don’t know. Get rid of those limitations”
LINKS AND BOOKS MENTIONED
StrongFirst Kettlebell SFG
Longevity Lab
Dan Jon
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma - Bessel van der Kolk
Muscle Intelligence podcast
Dr Andrew Huberman
Today we are joined by Alex Burnaru, a Registered Kinesiologist and martial artist. He joins Mauro today to discuss pivoting during the pandemic, the science behind what he does, and how to start your fitness routine.
When he had to adapt to lockdown life, Alex transitioned into teaching online kickboxing classes. Kickboxing isn’t just two people in a ring sparring, it’s also about perfecting your skills and techniques. Another solo sport Alex has been focusing on is his martial arts. You have to find ways to continue on towards your goals, even through these difficult times. There are so many ways to access resources for health and fitness these days that it’s easier than ever to get into a new sport or routine.
During lockdown, Alex tried to take advantage of the situation as much as possible. He read more, spent more time with his family, and took time to reflect. You have to adapt to what you have. If you have fallen off with your training, you can get back on track. Just start with something small. Take action. Look at what your goals are and do something that will move you closer to it, whether it’s holding a plank, going for a walk, or doing yoga. You don’t have to do an hour-long workout right off the bat.
Fitness started for Alex from a young age. He grew up in Romania before moving to Canada when he was 19, and found the culture difficult to navigate at first. Alex and Mauro met at work, where Alex would force Mauro to take a healthy break. One of the pillars of health that Alex teaches is to take healthy breaks, participate in mindful eating, and taking a mental break. It’s important to find a work/life balance and recharge so you can approach things with a fresh outlook and energy.
Alex did his MSc in Exercise Physiology. There is a science behind what Alex and Mauro teach, using evidence-based experience and research removes personal bias to creating programs for individuals. Alex is also a big promoter of doing as much outdoors as possible. For him, exercise is medicine. Working on your breathing, building resilience, and promoting endorphin production all goes towards improving your overall health.
On a day-to-day basis, Alex works with the Canadian Forces to help rehabilitate its members to be able to get back into service. Alex uses exercise as a form of therapy, it’s about creating programs that are going to help people with specific medical conditions or injuries get back into their fitness. For the majority of the general population, the best way to start is just by walking. The benefits of exercise almost always outweigh the negative effects from injury or medical condition.
For other trainers, Alex recommends taking an approach of constant learning. Keep up your curiosity and research, and learn how to interpret that research. Look at what the evidence says works and work on your basic skills.
We hear about what the general population should look at improving when learning to reach their fitness goals. Work on your habits and you too can be successful.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[01:39] Alex’s Work Background and Kickboxing interest
[04:05] Learning four different languages and cooking Italian
[05:02] Falling off on fitness journey and getting back on track
[07:45] Lacking time to work out and getting started
[12:50] Work Life Balance
[15:00] Good coach vrs Average coach
[15:40] Benefits of outdoor activities
[17:30] Wim Hof method and Breathing During Exercise
[23:00] Mindful Meditation
[30:00] Kinesiology and Exercise Physiologist
[38:00] Advice for general population- Focus On Basics
QUOTES:
“It all depends on your goals, you need to start with your goals and thinking about what you want to achieve…..start with anything that's really the best advice that I can give, just start and do something take action on anything there’s a ton of information out there information is not a barrier nowadays”
“I think it's so important to achieve that work life balance because that can tie into your fitness goals as well because... you don't really recharge and become exhausted mentally to work on your fitness goals. ”
“Even if you’re injured, even if you have something that may bar you from traditional fitness there are things you can do to get started to work around your injuries”
“Try to be as informed as possible realise that you probably don't know as much as you think you do, try not to use your bias or personal opinion when it comes to giving advice, learn how to read research”
LINKS AND BOOKS MENTIONED
Alex’s Instagram
Wim Hof Method
Breathing for warriors by Belisa Vranich and Brian Sabin
Breathe by James Nestor
Oxygen Advantage Patrick G McKeown
Heather Harrison, owner and one of the head coaches at ShiftOne, is with us today. She is also a faculty member at Durham College where she teaches Fitness and Health Promotion as well as Massage Therapy. Heather joins Mauro today to discuss internal control psychology and how it impacts weight management.
Heather has an extensive background in fitness, sports, and health sciences. In addition to being a certified personal trainer, Heather is a certified Volleyball coach, Exercise Physiologist, SPIN instructor and former university-level athlete. Now, she is teaching the foundational principles of fitness, health, and community services.
Sometimes we observe people’s behaviour and make assumptions about their internal reasonings. Heather wants to stress that you can’t assume you know why someone is doing something. This goes for all behaviours. No matter how destructive you may view someone’s behaviour, understand that it is benefiting them in some way.
Heather is trying to spearhead the language change surrounding good and bad behaviours. To her, it is about re-contextualising your behaviour and understanding the costs. How do you get what you want without sacrificing other needs or relationships?
When Mauro and Heather worked together, they found that their approach to fitness and coaching incorporated the psychological aspects more than some of their fellow coaches. While everyone knows about calories in versus calories out, there is still an obesity and fitness problem in the general population. You have to look at the whole picture to create effective strategies.
So, what is it about excess weight that could be benefiting an individual? Heather takes us through the different basic needs and our drive to meet them. To get to the bottom of why someone is doing something, you just have to address what need they are fulfilling with their behaviours. As a coach, once you can pinpoint that, you can help your client begin the work. Once someone sees that their behaviour no longer serves them, that’s when the change comes in. If you are a coach, you can help your clients by making space for them to get unstuck and realize what their true goal is.
There is also a trend that both Heather and Mauro see of people coming to them after putting off their health for years. Whether it’s because of work or raising a family, many people say it’s difficult to find the time. Heather wants people to look at approaching their health not as an “either or,” but as something you can do as well as everything else. Even if it’s just 10 minutes a day to do yoga, bank that time and celebrate it. It doesn’t have to be all or nothing - everyone has ebbs and flows in their life. Look at how you can get back on track instead of doing nothing.
As a trainer, look at how you can support your clients in getting what they want. It could be as simple as human connection. Check in with them; don’t assume that what they wanted yesterday is the same as today. Think about the language you are using so you don’t make your clients feel like you are disappointed in them or feel shamed by their behaviours. Make them feel empowered.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[01:40] Heather talks about school background
[04:47] Internal Psychology of bad habits.
[10:22] Calories In, Calories Out (C.I.C.O)
[11:05] Discussing the topic of diabetes and weight gain
[13:20] Self Determination Theory Model
[26:05] Feeling better and doing better
[30:58] Autoimmune Disorders where are they from?
[32:00] Breathing and being in tune with your body
[35:22] Diaphragmatic breathing
[29:33] Importance of Classic Cross - Country Skiing
[37:00] Support others to see the bindspots
[1:02:54] Final Thoughts and Recommendation
[1:04:00] Don’t Stop asking Questions
QUOTES:
“Metabolically a lot of things happen before we have to see weight loss.”
“Your body is so smart that if you don’t listen to it will find a way to get you to listen”
“If our body isn't free to move then we are gonna create adaptive motor patterns that’s gonna shutdown other things”
“We’re creating some kind relationship with our clients that they don’t even wanna tell us the truth. So using those external forms of control they're gonna sound extreme but we do it in a very subtle way- shame, blame, coercing, awards to control, complimenting to control all these are ways we are manipulating our clients to get them where they wanna go…”
LINKS AND BOOKS MENTIONED
The Upside Of Your darkside- Dr Robert Biswas-Diener
Choice theory
Self determination theory
Kim Olver - Choice Theory
Today we are joined by Marcelo Cuenca, an athletic therapist by trade and long-time friend of Mauro’s. Marcelo is here to discuss creating strong foundations for recovery, how to track your workouts and monitor your body’s response, and how movement and mobility impact your ability to train.
Currently based just outside of Ottawa, Marcelo has an athletic therapy business that helps anybody that wants to live an active lifestyle recover from injury or training. As a student at York University, Marcelo studied kinesiology and athletic therapy. The internships afforded to him through his study, including working with the Toronto Argonauts in his final year, lit a fire underneath him and he knew this was what he wanted to do.
From 2010 to 2019, Marcelo worked with professional athletes. One of the commonalities he has found between professionals and weekend warriors is that you can trust the science and physiology to hold true. No matter the client, the basic principles and foundations stay the same. When it comes to recovery and preventing injury, Marcelo shares a few critical tips. Make sure you are getting enough water and macro-nutrients, especially in relation to the activity you do. Also, making sure you are consistent with your workouts and taking care of your post-workout needs is vital to maintain your health.
Your workout is only as good as your recovery, which is why sometimes you might find yourself plateauing. If you have been trying to lose weight, gain muscle, or build strength, look at what your post-workout recovery looks like. Make sure you are taking in enough nutrients and getting enough sleep. Sleep is often overlooked but is a major component of a healthy recovery. Focusing on sleep and nutrition will affect change the most.
Next up is looking at whether or not you are over-training. Look at what is optimum for you and your body. Think about the mental stress of doing too much as well. To track over-training, you can look at many different variables and utilize different technologies to monitor your body’s response. There’s also questions you can answer daily. Are you having trouble sleeping? Do you feel nauseous sometimes? Are you having trouble focusing during workouts? Look at these questions daily so you can track your responses and how you are feeling.
For Marcelo, human movement and mobility is also a huge factor in recovery and training. Technique is everything. How you move can impact your workouts and whether or not you are more prone to injury. Our lifestyles have led us to being more sedentary and using less range of movement. Marcelo looks at bio-mechanical movements to optimize his client’s training. If your joints don’t move, your muscles move in to compensate, leaving your joint unable to retain the same range of motion.
Marcelo and Mauro discuss the best ways to employ static stretching to finish the episode. We hear about Marcelo’s love of cross-country skiing and its benefits, and he goes into a little more detail about his time working with professional athletes.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[02:45] Marcelo talking School Work and Working in Professional Sport.
[04:47] Recovery Secrets: Good Water Intake and Micronutrients
[06:31] Why will your body start to break down?
[13:31] Doing too much too often.
[14:57] Tracking overtraining
[18:37] Recovery & Injuries - Human movement and Mobility.
[21:14] Emphasis on Proper Movements
[22:22] Walking and running faster
[29:33] Importance of Classic Cross - Country Skiing
[31:50] Working with athletes and starting his own business
QUOTES:
“Be active, any way or form that is, whatever makes you happy because that’s the world that I live in that’s the most effective way-Its longer lasting”
“When it comes to nutrition, good water intake and macronutrients ...giving yourself enough of that specific to the demands of your life or demands of your and sports that’s where you can make the biggest impact ”
“When you sleep...the best time to build is the most effective time to recover...If you’re not getting a full amount of sleep you’re losing time to adapt and recover.”
“It is more important that you’re doing your movements correctly and you’re repeating them often even when you have a heavy or power day . You have to emphasize the technique of the movements”
LINKS AND BOOKS MENTIONED
Marcelocuenca.com
IG : Celo_athetic_therapy
Renaissance Periodization - Renaissance Periodization
Today we are joined by Arishan “Shawn” Alonto, a fellow fitness trainer who has been in the industry for over a decade. Shawn is with Mauro today to discuss his education, working with a wide variety of clients, and creating personalized programs for individuals.
When it comes to his interest in fitness, Shawn has gone above and beyond to expand his knowledge through his education. Shawn has studied in Fitness and Health Promotion at Humber College, Kinesiology at Guelph and gained his MA in Fitness Science at York University.
While some may say that you can be overqualified to work as a fitness coach, having a broad knowledge of multiple aspects of fitness only makes you better at helping your clients. The insights you can gain can help you to not only pinpoint their issues, but also to make recommendations to see specialists that can help with their issues.
Shawn has broad experience in working environments as well. He has worked in conditioning, cross-fit, and as a physio-therapy assistant. For Shawn, this means he can bring value to many different types of clients; it’s always fun working with athletes but he has no preference for who he sees. If you are looking for a trainer yourself, Shawn has some tips for how to find the right person to work with. Look for someone with attention to detail, experience, and that understands your fitness goals. Make sure they are able to make your training personal, not a cookie-cutter approach.
Connecting with people is a necessity as a coach, because people won’t come back if they don’t like you. It takes persistence and empathy to build rapport with people, and Shawn goes out of his way to find that connection. As a father of 2 young children, Shawn has found a new perspective on working with fellow parents. Now he has the experience to know that you can make the time to work out, even with children at home. If you are a parent struggling to make the time to work out, Shawn has some advice: you have to be selfish sometimes. Think about where your priorities lie and how important your health is to you. Put your health in perspective. You’re no good to your children if you don’t have your health.
Shawn tells all his clients that you have to show your work, no matter your goals. For example, if you are looking to lose weight, track everything you eat. Track your workouts. Track your routines. That way, you can see what is and isn’t working and adjust what you need to. If you find it difficult, just make one change. Start somewhere and build on that.
With his family and their fitness, Shawn leads by example. He teaches his kids about balance and nutrition, and they are already learning what is good and bad for them. Shawn believes we should all be teaching our children about nutrition from an early age. The amount of fat cells you have is determined in your youth, and it can increase but it will never decrease.
Shawn and Mauro finish off with a discussion on participating in sports during childhood and what Shawn hopes for in his kid’s sports experiences.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[00:56] Arishan’s Journey in the fitness industry and school work
[02:25] Handling Client Injuries
[06:06] Favorite type of clients
[07:20] What to look for in a good trainer
[9:20] Importance of being personable with coaching clients
[11:40] relating with clients with kids
[16:20] Talk on nutrition
[22:22] Early childhood educational nutrition as a parent
[26:00] Keeping kids athletic
[28:10] Sticking with It and commitment
QUOTES:
“I wish I was applying all of these stuffs... getting into sports early, learning just how the body functions, not as a group performance. It helps with that actually liking working out”
“Don’t look for any quick fixes they never end well.”
“Find an interest in it, stick with it ,it's all about consistency stick with it for the long term.”
“You going to have to overcome some obstacles just stick with it and it's going to work and I promise the sacrifice and all the time you put into it is going to be worth it.”
Today we are joined by Samantha Jeske, long-time friend and former colleague of Mauro. They will be talking about their shared experiences working at a large corporation that deals with wellness and her line of study.
As an athletic person, it was a natural progression that Samantha would find herself studying kinesiology and behavior changes. After graduating from York University, she went on to study health psychology at the University of Toronto. Samantha focused her research on how to promote physical activity to special communities. Specifically, people with spinal cord injuries.
Growing up, Samantha’s family was a huge influence on her. Her dad coached her in soccer and pushed her to be active. Over time, being active became natural and an intrinsically enjoyable thing for Samantha. Rain or shine, she sticks to being active; the mental benefits of physical activity are worth bracing the cold for.
During her study, it became clear to Samantha that it is vital to have peer support to keep you motivated. You can teach strategies to help people become more active and have more independence, but establishing social support outside of your trainer will keep you inspired to reach your goals. If you are just beginning your fitness journey and wondering how to establish connections, there are many things you can try. Look into what your local community center offers for classes, join webinars, or search out a Facebook group.
After academia, Samantha joined the corporate wellness world. Luckily, her new employer shared her values and knew that it was important to look at the psychological side of fitness, not just the physical. It was a collaborative environment that lent itself to learning from different perspectives and made creating connections through virtual coaching easier.
As for the future of coaching, Samantha believes that we are entering a new era. While COVID has definitely accelerated the changes we are seeing in the industry, Samantha and her employer were already looking at the benefits of online counselling and how it can be utilized. In terms of the next decade, creating incentivised programs is emerging as a necessary method for keeping people motivated and reaching their goals.
Being tethered to working from home has made it difficult for many people to stay active. The opportunity for spontaneous activity doesn’t appear as often and being close to the fridge is a challenge for some. Samantha’s advice is to make your own opportunities for activity, whether it’s walking around the house, stretching, or just taking advantage of the extra time in the mornings to work out. There is always some way to work activity into your routine. Be aware of your schedule and find the best ways to insert activity as it suits you.
Not everyone is motivated in the same way. Some people are naturally more inclined to be active than others. Find what works for you. Do you need community or are you more comfortable being self-motivated? Understand your motivation for starting your fitness journey and plan where you want to go. Knowing the why can make the how easier.
To end the episode, Samantha and Mauro discuss what you should know if you are new to the world of fitness and the questions you should ask along the way.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[00:56] Samantha’s background and school work
[04:16] Living active and environmental Influence
[08:30] Meeting people and building a social network
[11:40] Where to find social support
[15:10] Future of Fitness coaching
[17:59] Genetic counseling
[24:20] Becoming self-aware of your daily activities - take inventory
[32:50] Understanding the “WHY”
[34:42] Short term daily goals
[35:10] Integrating fitness into your lifestyle
[37:36] The blue zones
QUOTES:
“You have the opportunity to connect with a community centre or gym or even online webinars where you can interact and engage with new people who are training to achieve the same goals as you”
“I feel like we are entering a new era, I think we are ahead of the game my employer, we started the whole virtual counseling... we kinda going with the flow right now with the things happening around the world now”
“... by better understanding your own personal needs and requirements you can more clearly determine how to make fitness and diet more realistic in your life”
“Understanding the ‘why’ can help people be reminded during their journey why they need to do what they are planning to do”
Today we got with us Ezekiel Fecher, a colleague of Coach Mauro. They share their experiences in the coaching and fitness space, and discuss what defines good coaches.
Zeke started his fitness journey being an overweight kid growing up. Around the time of the Atkins Diet, his uncle took him under his wings at a local YMCA gym. This new lifestyle led to him showing up to school the next year that much leaner. Which set off a cascade of events. including switching gyms, learning some powerlifting, doing his first meet, and discovering his affinity for strength., and studying exercise physiology while in college.
Zeke opines that those looking for online fitness coaches need to educate themselves to be able to cut through the noise because otherwise, you can't tell the difference between the good coaches and the bad coaches. In choosing a coach in-person training, Zeke believes it's a gray area if your trainer is not keeping track of your workouts, they're not timing rests and if they're talking too much. He suggests it’s because they're trying to distract you from their bad training.
As for the future of coaching, he believes it's going to change drastically with the pandemic. A chunk of people that were going to the gym are not going to go back because they've either given up, or they've gotten some sort of routine going. They got some equipment for themselves, or they've got some online videos, or something like that. And they made a routine out of it. And are very likely to stick with that.
For someone who just wants to be able to keep up with their kids, lose 10, 15 pounds and just feel better, Zeke suggests you learn how to move properly, go back to the fundamental movements and focus on the simple things. With your workouts and nutrition, forget the fancy stuff and make your life easier.
Mauro and Zeke discuss clients who don’t do their homework and trainers doing some more continuing education to work on their understanding. Join in on the laughs and the light-hearted conversation in getting to know some of the insights coaching for over 20 years combined has afforded these two.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[00:39] Zeke growing up and introduction to the fitness world
[03:47] Powerlifting tutelage and switching gyms
[11:56] Coaching and mentoring people
[16:57] What to look out for in a fitness trainer
[18:09] Difference between Intense workout and working out with a plan
[22:59] Social Media coaching facade
[26:40] Covid, Quarantine and Pandemic workouts
[30:00] Keeping and losing fitness clients
[40:00] Bullet points for anyone wanting to lose 10, 15 pounds
[51:01] Micromanaging clients
[54:15] Trainers taking continuing education
QUOTES:
“ ...you've been in debt for 10 years, years. You've been adding five pounds of debt, which is like the equivalent of, you know, adding five pounds of body fat every month.”
“So you've been going $5 or $5 in debt every month for 10 years. And now you're like 10 grand in debt. And okay. Now you're going to get out of that debt. You're just going to start working 70 hours a week, 80 hours a week, 90 hours a week nonstop. Like sure. You won't get burned out. “
“If you want to deadlift 500 pounds, where are you now? You need to work from there. You're not going to just slap 500 pounds on the bar and eat, trying over and over. And it's not even budging off the ground. “
“...just keep everything simple when it comes to your eating, especially I, you know, I've always preached like simple with your weight training and your cardio and stuff..”
“ Well, my big bullet points are just getting them. To learn how to move properly, I always go back to the fundamental movements, right? Push pull engine squat. You can throw a couple more in there. You don't want to get specific, but I try to keep it really basic”
Today we are excited to have Pauline on the Incite Change Podcast.
She experienced a paradigm shift in her beliefs about fitness late in 2019 and has totally transformed.
She led an active life growing up playing many sports including volleyball and swimming until the pressures of life changed that. Through navigating college, work, and starting a family, it was difficult finding the right approach.
For someone with 3 kids, she was settling with the idea that she could not look better. It was not until the spark that was ignited going into the 2019 holidays, that she believed her goals were within reach. Pauline recalls the real change occurred during the Spring challenge in 2020 where she solidified the” game-changing” habit of nutrition awareness. Just by being more conscious of what she was eating, she was able to get her body fat to a level she had never before. At that point, a ‘light bulb’ went off in her head, where she realized just what was possible; if she stuck through to the whole challenge.
Even with Covid in the mix, she kept to her new eating habits and maintained an 80-20 balance to her lifestyle. She (and those around her) were surprised what she was able to eat while ‘on plan’. Pauline advises beginners to just accept in the beginning they will have to adjust mentally to the approach with time, it becomes ‘muscle memory’ if you stick with it. You just have to find what you like, what works for your specific situation, and stick to it.
Pauline reinforces Incite Coaching’s approach “to be objective about your measurements, and not subjective”. She recalls not to focus on a single data point, but focus on what makes more sense to your specific situation. After some time, she reflected that it would have been worthwhile to begin measuring earlier. It is worthwhile to take your before and after photos, circumference measurements, and to get yourself motivated with this feedback loop.
At the end of the day, you want something sustainable with little changes. Learning to eat the same food in different combinations at different times.
“If I can do it, you can do it too!”
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS
[00:55] Growing up in the fitness world
[08:16] Question for Pauline: In reference to what happened in 2016, what do you think was the reason why your fitness workouts weren't working out?
[12:24] Question for Pauline: When did you realize that your ideas towards getting fit were the right way to go?
[17:50] Was the journey a good experience?
[18:11] Advice to those who are in a similar situation or started in a similar situation as Pauline
[24:52] Keeping someone going on their fitness journey is something great
QUOTES
"It does not always have to be just salads, it is also important to get other stuff to fill out your macro-nutritional needs specifically for protein, especially when you are trying to build muscle, maintain muscle, and lose body fat."
"Sometimes action perceives motivation because some days you have to just start doing it before you don't get enough motivation and you don't see something that actually continues to motivate you forward."
Today we have Coach Spider (Nelson) joining us on the Incite Podcast. He has been in the fitness industry for 14 years and has worked with Special Needs, COPD, MS, athletes, strength and conditioning coaches, and many populations
Nelson is a certified personal trainer and kickboxing specialist who has spent most of his life touting the benefits and importance of fitness and training. He shares the same sentiments with Coach Muaro on how fitness is a good metaphor that can be translated into our lives and how passionately applying the principles can make you a better person.
Kickboxing just like any other fitness endeavour comes down to "it depends”. You as a person have to find what works for you and your situation, no one size or style fits all, whether it’s MMA, Kickboxing, Self defence or OCR stuff. It's the same with trainers we’ve to learn that one training style doesn't work with all clients. You have to find that sweet spot. As a coach, you have to adjust to different clients' needs and on the flipside as a client, you have to do different things to see what you enjoy.
For someone looking to start and having to choose between OCR and kickboxing when the lockdowns are over remember it all depends on you and your goals. OCR focuses more on more body weight and a more functional style. Kickboxing on the other hand there is a set progression, it is more cardiovascularly-driven and has a different feel.
To end this episode Nelson shares an interesting story about trying the Ultra Beast challenge and not making the cut by about 20 minutes and suggests some races beginners can take like the Warrior Dash, Rugged maniacs, and the spin version of the Spartans is also a good one for beginners.
One thing he wants people to know before they come to a session- they should know themselves. What are your goals? And let's figure out the rest together
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At the end of the day, It's all about intentions and motivations to be successful at your goals and not just going through the motions. That notwithstanding you don’t have to know everything, the reason you are coming for coaching is to learn, and to get better.
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
[01:17] Nelson's story: Joining the world of fitness
[05:27] Setting goals is a life-changing strategy especially within the fitness journey
[09:43] Question for Nelson: How do you as a coach have an effect on people?
[11:49] Fitness as a life skill and a survival tactic
[20:31] What can people do now to start their fitness journey.
[22:36] Recommended resources to start the journey
[26:30] How and where to become a certified instructor
[27:07] Where would you say got the best fitness program?
[30:01] Question for Nelson: Was there something that you would do differently?
[33:38] Recommended races to start off with
[36:48] Question for Nelson: Is there something that you wished more people understood or know more about?
USEFUL RESOURCES
Training Ground Muay Thai - http://www.training-ground.com/
Kombat Arts Training Academy - https://kombatarts.com/
Fitness Kickboxing - https://www.fitnesskickboxingcanada.ca/
QUOTES
"...go through all the goals in life, and this is what fitness is a metaphor for life, and it is a vehicle for fulfilment. Because you can apply those same principles to the rest of your life and you can succeed because of it."
"The secret to finding a dedicated space for your mindset is just for this why you are there; it is a separation from everything else..."
"Know yourself, know what you are capable of, know what your skill set is, and really play to that because that is how you are going to be able to be successful."
Today we are joined by Morgan, who is currently studying for the LSAT. Morgan has an MSc in Neuroscience – specifically, clinical neuroscience under the faculty of psychiatry. Morgan is with Mauro to discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected how she approaches life and how her neuroscience background fuels her fitness coaching.
At the beginning of the lockdown Morgan was creating goal anxiety for herself by piling on the pressure to get too much done in a short space of time. Morgan has always been the kind of person that is either all consumed by work or doing nothing. The lockdown has helped her find a better balance in her daily life and to stop creating needless stress.
The last few months has allowed for Morgan to really sit down and reflect on who she is. It was a forced pause moment that, at the beginning, she didn’t appreciate. She had always gone from one thing to another without taking any downtime to reflect. The pandemic pushed her to really sit with herself and her own thoughts for once. Morgan admits that it has been a blessing, because without the mandatory pause, she wouldn’t have had as much time to study for the LSAT.
Previously, Morgan has studied stress and how it affects the mind, body, and gut. At the start of lockdown, she began learning more and diving into literature and theory in an effort to understand why she was feeling the way she was. This was inadvertently causing more stress and anxiety than she already had. Morgan learned that putting her foot on the brake and just being in her own body and acknowledging the way she felt was more of a help.
During her MA, Morgan looked at biological markers of depression. In the study, she looked for tangible things that could be measured and compared these to people that weren’t suffering from depression. Specifically, Morgan looked at how probiotics affect depression. When she advises her clients, she takes a whole-picture approach to health. A healthy gut biome helps create a healthy mind - 90% of the body’s serotonin is created in the lining of the gut!
Trying to create a balance between what clients want and what they need is Morgan’s main goal. Getting people to understand the way they move and connect with how their body feels in motion is an important part of her approach. People have the burned-in notion that fitness should be hard and exhausting, but Morgan hopes to unwind the notion. Take it slowly, as it’s a lifelong journey.
Remember when you are training with someone, or coaching them, that they are a human. Admitting your goals, and what you want to change about yourself, is a vulnerable process. Everyone is an individual, so treat them as such; treat them with compassion and understanding.
Finally, Morgan and Mauro discuss neuroplasticity and how you can change who you are at any time. It is a gradual process to change your habits, but it is one you can achieve.
Today we are joined by Anthony Curcuruto, long-time friend and colleague of Mauro. Both Anthony and Mauro share a love of what makes the body work and discuss how to optimize your own capacity.
Anthony was an active kid, taking part in swimming, soccer, and baseball. His interest in kinesiology sprang from wanting to know more about how we move and what influences that movement. After studying kinesiology, Anthony took part in a program with one of his professors that tested the cardio capacity of not just the general population, but firefighters, athletes and professional sports players. Seeing the ability that you can have to push the body is what really fascinated Anthony and what drives him to focus more on the performance side. If you can show up, do the work and be consistent, you can improve your performance no matter who you are.
There are many paths to fitness. It just depends on the choices you make. If you apply the science and understand the way your body works, chances are you will reach your goals faster. As Anthony puts it, you want to train so you’re better for life, not so you are spending 3 hours in the gym everyday.
Anthony shares how he got into triathlons. A client told him about them and loaned him a bike to try. For Anthony, it lit a fire under him. Now, he is doing Olympic length triathlons and aiming for the Ironman. It’s about mental capacity and pushing your own boundaries to see what your body is capable of. Get out of your comfort zone and find your weak points. That way, you can improve.
If you are looking to start running, look at your end goal. If 5k is your end goal, build your capacity. Take 4 days out of the week to walk and build on it. Make it fun and bridge the gap from where you are to where you want to be. Make sure to measure your metrics - that way, you can give yourself a better sense of progress and objectivity. Look at using heart rate monitors, step trackers, anything that you can use to compare where you start to where you are. If you don’t have any of these things yet, don’t worry. Just start!
When looking for a trainer, Anthony has some tips for how to find the right match. Firstly, know your end goal. Are you looking for a specific sport, or physical appearance? Find someone in that niche and look for referrals from friends. If you’re a trainer yourself, show that you care about your clients and their reasons for training. Create that connection. When it comes to tackling the newest fads, Anthony supports whatever gets you moving, showing up, and changing your habits. Remember, there is no shortcut.
Celebrating the small wins will lead you to your bigger goal. You lost 5lbs? Celebrate that, it is an achievement! Anthony also wants you to look at your sleep schedule and hydration. It’s little things like this that are often overlooked but make a huge difference.
To end the episode, Anthony and Mauro talk about the importance of getting out of your comfort zone and knowing there is more that you can do. You don’t have to be at the gym. Tailor your workouts to you. Do the minimum, get moving, and don’t compare yourself to others.
Alis, a former colleague of Mauro’s and PhD candidate, is our guest in this episode. Alis works in direct programs regarding heart rehab and is here to discuss how cardiac events affect your ability to exercise. She’ll also explain how to rehabilitate effectively.
Alis started in fitness because her father had COPD. She became interested in how fitness and exercise can help people with chronic conditions, and went on to study fitness and health out of high school. Then, she did a placement in cardiac rehab at Toronto Rehab. From there, Alis went on to do her master’s training at UBC before her current pursual of a PhD at Toronto Rehab. Her work and studies have all been around the field of cardio oncology, studying how breast cancer treatment affects the heart and how cardiac rehab can be of great benefit in these situations.
During her studies, Alis learned that the referral process in the healthcare system doesn’t allow for cancer survivors to access cardiac rehab. Now, Alis is basing her research on how to support these women in the long term. Another focus for her is showing patients that have cardiac issues that they can do HIT training; they don’t have to be scared of activity or pushing themselves too hard.
One-Minute Workout Book
Book mentioned by Alis, written by Dr. Martin Gibala
Alis also teaches, and has found a disconnect between what students are taught and what the reality of cardiac problems are. Heart issues can be extremely nuanced and not just black and white. There is a real need for practical, case study-based learning in schools. Training and health are an individual experience and needs to be tailored. You need to match your workouts to what you enjoy, need, and have the time for.
Toronto Rehab has put an emphasis on patient education. You can’t enact a plan without understanding how it benefits you, beyond just the physical. Alis is a strong believer in in long term fitness plans for those with cardiac issues. The program she is involved with currently has no graduation date for patients - some of them have been in the program for 25 years. It proves that it is possible to maintain and improve your fitness level even after a cardiac event.
For those looking to start a fitness journey after a cardiac event, Alis shares some tips. It’s been shown that burning 1000 calories a week is the most effective starting place, so exercising for 30 minutes, 3 times a week works. However, it is a process. Make small changes at first and don’t forget to look at the whole picture. Sleep, nutrition, and stress management cannot be overlooked. Alis is also learning more about the physiology of breathing and how breath work can affect the way you move and experience fitness.
To end today’s episode, Alis offers some final advice for people beginning their health journey. It is a process, so don’t be discouraged. Make a plan, write it out, and create goals. Reflect on what did and didn’t work well to inform your plan.
Learn more: https://www.cardiaccollege.ca
Today we continue our conversations with people that are the bright spots in fitness; that have come a long way to improve their health mentally and physically. Joining us for this episode is Kahlil, a long-time friend and colleague of Mauro. Together they discuss how COVID has changed the world of fitness, Kahlil’s journey to training and the importance of finding your motivation for change.
Kahlil grew up playing sports and has always had a keen interest in fitness. His first love was soccer, sometimes playing on 5 teams at one time. After high school, Kahlil found himself facing an identity crisis. Soccer hadn’t panned out and he was depressed.
After realizing something needed to change, and with a little push from his mom, he applied for a job at Goodlife and began his journey as a personal trainer. He had mistakenly applied for the personal training position, but he decided to roll with it when he got a phone call saying he was accepted. Kahill then talks about some of the things he did wrong in his early days and the problems with beating himself up about how he looked.
The approach that Kahill has taken to fitness was initially influenced greatly by his father, whom Kahill was worried about living up to the expectations of. Throughout life, he felt like there was constant pressure on him to perform well. Despite that being treacherous, Kahill proudly credits his motivation and work ethic to this upbringing.
When coaching, Kahlil wants his clients to create their own passion and path to their fitness goals. It’s important to know what motivates you and to not only work on the physical, but also the mental side of things. Don’t dive into the deep end - look at what patterns need to change and work on those first. Your fitness is a process, not an overnight fix.
Most of Kahill’s clients have been female, and one of his biggest successes is a woman who lost 110lbs under his guidance. She was coming from the same mental place as Kahill was when he began his job, finally realizing that enough is enough. We get to hear about how this physical transformation completely eased the client’s anxiety.
If you are looking to begin your own fitness journey and don’t know where to start, Kahlil has some advice. First of all, ask why it is important to you to make these changes. What motivates you? Secondly, don’t be afraid to ask for help or resources. Lean on your community for support.
Remember that health isn’t just physical. The mental aspect of it is crucial, especially during the times of a global pandemic. Take the time to invest in yourself and find what works for you. There are so many different avenues that you can go down to start improving your overall health today. Don’t beat yourself up for one misstep and take it one day at a time.
We end the episode by hearing some methods to improve your health that don’t involve any exercise equipment at all.
Today we continue our conversations with people who are the bright spots in fitness that have come a long way to improve their mental and physical health. Joining us for this episode is Carla as we discuss the importance of nutrition, having the proper mindset, and knowing your own body to make your workouts better.
When it comes to her current fitness, Carla is doing anything and everything! Although there is a limitation by not being able to go to the gym during lockdown, Carla is maintaining structure in her fitness routine. Every day she gets up and puts on her workout clothes and shoes. That way, she is setup for success.
Carla’s goal has been to become fitter; not just physically, but mentally as well. Cardio workouts have helped as an anxiety release, and incorporating weight and resistance training have helped her build strength. An important realization for Carla was just how big of a part nutrition plays in your overall health in addition to exercise. Once she started tracking and monitoring her macros, she realized that you don’t have to come from a place of deprivation, you just need balance.
Structure has always been a part of Carla’s life, but not necessarily in a way that was beneficial. Once she became a wife and mother, she found her time was structured around others needs and her own needs were sidelined. Now, Carla is taking the time to focus on herself and prioritizing what makes her feel energized.
Before having a family, Carla was always interested in fitness. An outdoorsy child, she was on her high school swim team and took part in gymnastics. Although she carried on her fitness journey after having her children, it became increasingly difficult to maintain her energy and motivation. That all changed a year or so ago when she realized she needed to do something differently. She was putting on weight that she could not shift as easily as she used to, and as she started menopause, the changes in her body meant what she was doing was no longer working for her.
Hormonal changes and more inactivity left Carla irritable and prone to outbursts. She began tracking her food and eventually came to Mauro for personal training. There was no specific trigger to her mindset change, she just knew she needed to do something to counter the negative effects of menopause.
As her fitness journey has continued, Carla has also learned the importance of not over-exerting yourself. In February, Carla incurred a full rupture of her Achilles tendon. The most important thing during recovery was to keep it simple when coming back to fitness. She also took up journaling and meditation.
To end today’s episode, Carla leaves us with advice for anyone who may be struggling to keep up their own fitness journey. Remember to be gentle with yourself. Have confidence in yourself and your ability to reach your goals. Your health is not a sprint, it’s a marathon. Take small steps and remember not to over complicate things. Keep it simple!
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