Find out how to remove barriers to getting fit to take care of both your mental and physical health in this week’s episode featuring Martin Parnell, author and record-setting distance runner. In the episode, Martin discusses how he started running at age 47 and how that dedication to his health helped him as he was hospitalized due to a blood clot by his brain and later a stroke. Martin also shares with us his strategy for running ultra-marathons and how he gets outside every day.

Brain Mastery is hosted by CEO of ABI Wellness, Mark Watson. He is an expert on brain injury recovery and has a passion for educating people about the potential to change, adapt, and health the brain.

Featuring:

Martin Parnell – Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn

Visit his website here: www.martinparnell.com/home/

Mentioned:

The Secret Marathon

www.martinparnell.com/books/book-the-secret-marathon

How does breathwork enhance our mental and physical performance? This week on the podcast, we hear from Josh Duntz, founder of Stasis, a digital health company focused on helping people optimize their health and performance through their breath. In this episode, Josh discusses his background in the military and how witnessing the mental health struggles that come with transitioning out of the military drove him to make breathwork and meditation a bigger part of the healthcare conversation. He also talks about the neurological benefits of cold exposure along with breathwork and shares practical advice for how everyone can easily improve the way they breathe to perform better, no matter what their job or passion may be.

Brain Mastery is hosted by CEO of ABI Wellness, Mark Watson. He is an expert on brain injury recovery and has a passion for educating people about the potential to change, adapt, and heal the brain.

Featuring:

Josh Duntz - Website, LinkedIn, Stasis

Mentioned:

Tool of Titans by Tim Ferriss

For the last special episode of Clinical Provider’s Month, guest host Scott Rintoul talks to Lisa Huskins, Occupational Therapist at Leading Edge Physiotherapy in Alberta. Listen now to hear from Lisa about the importance of interdisciplinary care, working with insurance providers, and why the real-time progress tracking with BEARS is useful as she works with clients to improve cognition.

Brain Mastery is presented by ABI Wellness. Click here to learn about ABI Wellness’ propriety Brain Enhance and Recovery System (BEARS) and expand your knowledge of cognitive care options.

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Lisa Huskins

Leading Edge – Website, Facebook

For this week’s episode of Clinical Provider’s Month, guest host Scott Rintoul sits down with Jordan McCarl, kinesiologist, strength and conditioning specialist, and BEARS cognitive facilitator at Sea to Sky Sports Physio. In this episode, Jordan discusses concussion awareness and why a neuroplasticity-focused treatment program resonated with him. He shares insights from his experience working with brain injury survivors and talks about the hope and optimism that comes from seeing their hard work and progress firsthand.

Brain Mastery is presented by ABI Wellness. Click here to learn about ABI Wellness’ propriety Brain Enhance and Recovery System (BEARS) and expand your knowledge of cognitive care options.

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Jordan McCarl

Sea to Sky – Website, Instagram, Facebook

Clinical Provider’s Month on the podcast continues with Shannon Orr, Occupational Therapist at Complex Injury Rehab! In this episode, guest host Scott Rintoul talks to Shannon about what being an occupational therapist looks like and how the field is continuously evolving. Shannon discusses using BEARS as a tool for cognitive recovery at her clinic and how rehab is possible for everyone, no matter the timeline of their injury.

Brain Mastery is presented by ABI Wellness. Click here to learn about ABI Wellness’ propriety Brain Enhance and Recovery System (BEARS) and expand your knowledge of cognitive care options.

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Shannon Orr

Complex Injury Rehab - Website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn

Welcome to our special feature of Clinical Provider’s Month on the podcast! This week, guest host Scott Rintoul sits down with Jason Cruickshank, BEARS cognitive facilitator at ECHOS. Jason discusses how he got into the field of brain health and shares experiences from his career working with people who have different types of cognitive challenges, from learning disabilities to brain injury and cognitive decline with aging. Listen now to hear why it is never too late to heal and change your brain.

Brain Mastery is presented by ABI Wellness. Click here to learn more about ABI Wellness' propriety Brain Enhance and Recovery System (BEARS) and expand your knowledge of cognitive care options.

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Jason Cruickshank – Twitter, LinkedIn

ECHOS – Website, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn

In this episode we are joined by Dr. Scott Goldman, Ph.D., sport psychologist for the Golden State Warriors and owner of Athletic Intelligence Measures. Listen as Dr. Goldman shares his insights from working with top athletes in a range of sports around the world. Dr. Goldman also discusses athletic performance and intelligence evaluation and how his work enables athletes to achieve improved results.

Brain Mastery is hosted by CEO of ABI Wellness, Mark Watson. He is an expert on brain injury recovery and has a passion for educating people about the potential to change, adapt, and heal the brain.

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Scott Goldman Twitter, LinkedIn, Website

Learn more about The Pelly Clinic

Why is it important to combine physical and cognitive training to prevent and recover from sports injury? In this episode, we are joined by Nicole Pederson, a kinesiologist and BEARS cognitive facilitator at Sea to Sky Sports Physio in Squamish, BC. Listen as Nicole discusses how mental fatigue can increase the likelihood of injury with extreme sports and shares her experience as a cognitive trainer.

Visit Sea to Sky Sports Physio to find out more about their wide range of services, offered both on-site and virtually.

Brain Mastery is hosted by CEO of ABI Wellness, Mark Watson. He is an expert on brain injury recovery and has a passion for educating people about the potential to change, adapt, and heal the brain.

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Nicole Pederson – Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Website

We have a bonus episode for you this week! In this episode, Doug Nelson, President of The Discovery Group, sits down with host Mark Watson to discuss his work with social profit organizations. Listen to hear Doug’s take about sharing your mistakes to connect with others and learn together.

Brain Mastery is hosted by the CEO of ABI Wellness, Mark Watson. He is an expert on brain injury recovery and has a passion for educating people about the potential to change, adapt, and heal the brain.

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Doug Nelson – Website, LinkedIn, Podcast

Mentioned:

Walter Isaacson

Angela Duckworth

Stillness is the Key by Ryan Holiday

Learn more about the Surrey Neuroplasticity Clinic

This week we are joined on the podcast by John Shamoon, a rehabilitation support worker at Stride Rehabilitation Services who works with people after brain injury or spinal cord injury as well as those with developmental disabilities, addiction, and mental health struggles. In this episode, John shares how he takes a compassionate, person-first approach to rehab services, individualizing support for his clients to help them reach their goals. He also talks about the importance of helping clients cope with their vulnerabilities and engage meaningfully in their community. Listen to learn from John’s expertise in his field as well as hear how his experience in an immigrant family has influenced his approach to life and work.

Brain Mastery is hosted by CEO of ABI Wellness, Mark Watson. He is an expert on brain injury recovery and has a passion for educating people about the potential to change, adapt, and heal the brain.

Featuring:

John Shamoon - Website, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram

Mentioned:

The Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holiday