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If you're a cyclist, you know that having the right bike can make all the difference in your performance and safety. But what about the fit of your bike? Is it really worth investing in a bike fit, or is it just an unnecessary expense? Find out on today's podcast as I interview Jason Williams of Retul, a Specialized Bike Company. We discuss the importance of bike fit, how it can help improve performance and safety, and why you should consider investing in one.

Don't miss this interesting conversation with Jason Williams of Retul. Whether you're just getting into the cycling world or you're a seasoned rider, you won't want to miss this episode.

During the podcast, we take a closer look at Retul's bike fit process and what sets them apart from other fitting services. Jason shares valuable tips and advice on bike fit, helping listeners gain a better understanding of what to look for in a bike fitter.

So, whether you're just getting started in the cycling world or you're a seasoned rider, this podcast is for you. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation with Jason Williams of Retul. Tune in to learn more about bike fit and how it can help take your cycling experience to the next level.

If you want a bike fit, contact Jason Williams of Retul by visiting Retul.com or even find a Retul fitter near you.

Happy Cycling!

My interview with Andrew Patterson of Ironmanhacks.com was a great one! On my new podcast, Hilary Topper on Air, the endurance sports edition, we discussed his training for an upcoming 70.3 and full Ironman. I got the scoop on some tips and tricks he uses to become race-day-ready.

The biggest takeaway I got from our chat is that consistency is key when it comes to training for races. Andrew stressed the importance of making sure to stick with your program and not overdo it, as that can lead to burnout or injury. He also shared some tips on nutrition - including paying attention to hydration, fueling before and after workouts, and getting enough rest - that he himself follows when preparing for a race.

Additionally, Andrew of Ironmanhacks.com provided some insight on how to stay motivated when training for a big event. He recommends finding small goals and tracking your progress to give you a sense of accomplishment as you get closer to race day. For example, if you're working towards running a certain amount of miles each week, try breaking it down into manageable chunks each day or week.

We also talked about Andrew's favorite races and we discussed his website and why it is helpful for any new or returning triathlete.

Overall, it was an informative and inspiring chat with Andrew of Ironmanhacks.com and I can't wait to put his advice into practice! I'm sure it'll make a huge difference in my training as I strive to become race-day-ready.

To get in touch with Andrew or learn more about Ironhack.com visit www.ironmanhacks.com.

Could you imagine having a full basketball court in your backyard and either playing with your friends or having your child play with their friends? That would be so much fun!

Having a basketball court in your backyard can also help you stay active and healthy. You can play games, practice drills, and create memories with your family and friends. Plus, having a basketball court in the backyard is great because it doesn't require going to an outdoor or indoor

Michael Kraner and My Backyard Sports

Michael Kraner started My Backyard Sports, a company that manufactures and sells sports equipment for backyard games.

The company's mission is to help families have more fun together by making backyard sporting activities easier to access. Michael created the business with the idea of providing a way for people to connect through playing sports while also being able to spend time outdoors with their family and friends.

My Backyard Sports provides high-quality, durable sports equipment for backyard games like basketball, tennis, pickleball, and more. They also offer accessories and apparel to make outdoor fun even more enjoyable. With My Backyard Sports, people are able to have a great time outdoors with the ones they care about most!

For more information on My Backyard Sports go to https://mybackyardsports.com/. Create memories and make it count!

Are you a spiritual writer? In this episode of Hilary Topper on Air, Hilary speaks with Deborah Levine Herman, Author of Spiritual Writing From Inspiration to Publication: 2nd Edition. Listen as Hilary and Deborah discuss the power and practice of spiritual writing.

About Deborah Levine Herman

Deborah Levine Herman is a bestselling author, publisher, former literary agent, and intuitive writing coach who guides writers on their journeys. As a gifted spiritual teacher, an expert at author branding, and someone skilled in navigating the modern publishing world, Herman helps writers discover their spiritual writing path.

Herman is the author of 13 books and has dedicated her 25-plus year career in publishing to writer education. In her latest book, Spiritual Writing from Inspiration to Publication 2nd Edition, she embarks on her own mission as a mystic to combine her spiritual journey with the writer's path.

Herman is the CEO of Micro Publishing Media (MPM), an indie publishing company. She is also a lawyer, and a journalist, and wrote the number-one Amazon bestseller My Story of Charles Manson, Life Inside his Cult and the Darkness that Ended the Sixties (William Morrow) which has received over 1000 five-star reviews. This book helped make Herman a memoir-writing expert. She's appeared in documentaries as a cult expert.

Deborah Levine Herman is also co-author with Jeff Herman on the industry bible Write the Perfect Book Proposal: Ten Proposals that worked and Why. Plus she has written about parenting, and motherhood and is an expert at helping people write their memoirs. She is a graduate of Ohio State University College of Law and worked with both the law school and Journalism Graduate school to create a dual degree program. She resides in New England with her husband, a doxie, a wild whippet, two rather annoyed cats, and a horse that is happy to stay out of that house. Herman also enjoys collecting antiques and energy drawing.

About Spiritual Writing From Inspiration to Publication: 2nd Edition

Spiritual Writing From Inspiration to Publication: 2nd Edition is based on the premise that there are writers who write because they want to and those who write because they feel they have to.

Through this timely book, Deborah helps writers discover their spiritual writing path. Her book helps spiritual writers answer the question: which kind of spiritual writer are you?

To learn more about Deborah or order your own copy of Spiritual Writing From Inspiration to Publication: 2nd Edition, visit www.soulodysseybooks.com.

"I receive great personal and professional satisfaction from helping families achieve their objectives, protect their assets, and cope during times of family crisis. I am also proud of the fact that we have become one of the most respected Elder Law, Special Needs, and Estate Planning firms in the country. Every day offers me a new opportunity to use my experience and knowledge to help families during difficult times."

In this episode of Hilary Topper on Air, Hilary interviews Marie Elena Puma, partner at the Russo Law Group, P.C. Learn how Marie Elena got her start, her areas of concentration, and why she loves working where she does now.

About Marie Elena Puma

Marie Elena is a Partner of Russo Law Group, P.C. The firm is located in Garden City, Islandia, and Lido Beach, NY. Marie Elena joined the firm in 1991. Her areas of practice include Trust and Estate Administration, Elder Law, Special Needs and Estate Planning, Guardianships, and Real Estate. Marie Elena is a member of the New York State, Nassau and Suffolk County Bar Associations, the Academy of Special Needs Planners, ElderCounsel, and has served as a member of the Executive Committee of the Elder Law Section of the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) from 2004-2011. She is a former Co-Chair of the Legal Education Committee, former Chair of the Trusts and Estates Administration Committee, former Chair of the Estate Tax Planning Committee, and former Co-Chair of the Trusts and Estates Administration Committee for the New York State Bar Association's Elder Law Section. Marie Elena was also the Chair of the 2010 Annual Meeting for the New York State Bar Association's Elder Law Section.

In addition, Marie Elena is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). She was a former Chair of NAELA'S Member Relations/Membership Committee, a former Chair of NAELA'S Academic Committee, and continues to be actively involved with NAELA.

She also moderates monthly Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregiver Support Groups through the Alzheimer's Disease Resource Center at the firm.

In 2010, Marie Elena was nominated to the Board of Directors of NAELA National. She has also served as a member of the Board of Directors of the New York Chapter of NAELA. She earned her law degree at St. John's University School of Law and is admitted to the New York State Bar.

About the Russo Law Group, P.C.

The Russo Law Group has been serving the Long Island community for more than 35 years. They concentrate their practice on Elder Law, Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, Trust and Estate Administration, and Real Estate Law.

If you are looking for peace of mind, The Russo Law Group is here for you. Their asset protection plan and recommendations on elder law, special needs, and estate planning will protect you and your family.

For more information about their services and areas of practice, check out this FREE Planning Guide. The Planning Guides offers information on some of the many Legal and Financial issues that families are facing.

It will also provide you with some answers and show you how they can help. Please request their free planning guides and they will send them through email or regular mail or visit www.vjrussolaw.com for more information.

We all appreciate veterans for their service. One sock company is devoted to saying thanks. In this episode of Hilary Topper on Air, Hilary speaks with Joshua Law, President of Boldfoot Socks, a 100% American Grown and American Sewn sock company.

About Joshua Law

Joshua grew up in a town of 300 people in Illinois. He's the middle child of five siblings. After high school, he attended Western Illinois University and graduated with a degree in Special Education. After graduation, he moved to Las Vegas, NV with his brother Jay. He taught special education for four years. During his 4th year September 11th occurred. Within a week he was at an Army recruiting office and signed up as an Army Infantryman. He left for the Army in August of 2002 and spent one year in Iraq from April 2004 - April 2005. He was stationed in Taji, Iraq just outside Baghdad. During that time his unit was also deployed to Najaf and Fallujah, Iraq. After the Army, he returned to Las Vegas and ended up joining the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. He has been with them for 17 years. Josh's main hobby is running - specifically ultra running. He has run in 13 or so 50k's, multiple 8-hour races, 2 last-man-standing races, a 50-miler, a 100k, and a 100 miler. His favorite race is the Leadville Marathon which has become a family affair.

About Boldfoot Socks

Boldfoot Socks is a 100% American Grown and American Sewn sock company. Every part of sock originates in the United States. They are family and veteran-owned. They donate at least 5% of their proceeds to veteran charities to help our fellow veterans in need. Boldfoot offers dress, athletic and compression socks. For more information visit www.boldfoot.com.

Climate change is a hot-button topic, which is what makes our next guest so interesting! In this episode of Hilary Topper on Air, Hilary speaks with E. A. Smiroldo, author of The Silent Count - a cli-fi (climate-change fiction) thriller.

About E.A. Smiroldo

E. A. Smiroldo is a novelist, musician, and nuclear engineer. She uses real science in her debut novel The Silent Count. In it, her expertise blends with real-world inspired drama.

As a native of Washington DC, she's seen how politics corrupts and skews human perspectives on what's right and wrong. She understands how close humanity is to the brink of a real climate crisis. And she is determined to bring to light how important it is for us to trust and love one another.

The Silent Count is a cli-fi (climate-change fiction) thriller. In it, a young nuclear engineer comes up with a daring plan to combat climate change. But she faces unintended consequences as she fights for her family, her career, and for humanity.

E. A. Smiroldo has a B.S. in engineering. She's also a Washington Area Music Association Award-nominated singer-songwriter and has won prizes in writing competitions sponsored by the Bethesda Literary Festival and the International Screenwriters' Dig. After placing in the latter, she optioned the treatment for a screenplay with X-ray Media.

About The Silent Count

The Silent Count is E.A. Smiroldo's first novel. It's a cli-fi thriller inspired by her own observations as a nuclear engineer and singer-songwriter. The story follows a cast who are a part of each industry and explores the impact their professions have on them and the world.

For more information about E.A. or to purchase a copy of The Silent Count visit www.easmiroldo.com.

Athletes often overlook their feet when training for races. Why is that and what problems can it lead to? Contrary to what many athletes say, you don't have to suffer from blisters, hurting toenails, and other feet problems that cause you to limp across the finish line. Are hurting feet a natural occurrence or can you have healthy and happy feet?

In this episode of Hilary Topper on Air, Hilary speaks with John Vonhof, Author of Fixing Your Feet, which has now been out for 25 years and is in its seventh edition. Learn tips on how athletes can take better care of their feet and not have any pain! Discover common foot problems and what to consider when buying shoes.

About John Vonhof and Fixing Your Feet

John Vonhof wrote Fixing Your Feet: Injury Prevention and Treatments for People Who Push the Limits of their Feet in 1997 to help athletes. Over seven editions his book has grown from 200 pages to almost 450 pages of tips, advice, stories, and product information and has sold many thousands of copies around the world. John has patched thousands of feet at marathons, ultramarathons, multi-day races, adventure races, and ultra-distance triathlon races, in the U.S., Brazil, Costa Rica, Chili, and BC Canada. He loves helping athletes and tries to educate them about foot care and their feet problems as he works on their feet. For more information or to learn more about Fixing Your Feet, visit www.fixingyourfeet.com.

Do you ever wonder how the food on your plate impacts your health and the health of our planet? In this episode of Hilary Topper on Air, Hilary speaks with Stuart Waldner, an activist and an author who invites readers to take the 'red pill' as they Escape the Meatrix. Learn about his nonfiction book, Escape the Meatrix: Eat Plants, Feel Great, and Save the Planet! Discover his top three reasons why people should stop consuming meat today and why people struggle to make and keep this decision.

About Stuart Waldner

Stuart Waldner is an activist and an author who invites readers to take the red pill as they Escape the Meatrix.

Escape the Meatrix, Waldner's debut nonfiction book was written after he transitioned to a plant-based diet in 2008. His health improved, he felt better, and the more he learned about the statistical connections between our dietary choices and the worldwide climate crises we face, the more he felt an urgency to wake people up—for our health and for the planet.

Waldner spent nearly two decades exploring Earth's greatest wonders and connecting with sacred sites around the globe. When he's not advocating for the health of people and our planet, he spends time playing with his dogs, cooking plant-based foods, running, and restoring his 128-year-old Victorian home.

About Escape the Meatrix: Eat Plants, Feel Great, and Save the Planet!

This easy-to-read climate-change, health, and wellness nonfiction book clearly and simply connects the scientific dots between the food on your plate, your health, and the health of the planet. To learn more about Stuart or order your copy of Escape the Meatrix: Eat Plants, Feel Great, and Save the Planet! visit www.stuartwaldner.com.

Are you overpaying on Nassau County property taxes? Property taxes can be extraordinarily expensive, especially with Long Island's high tax rates compared to the rest of New York. Property taxes are needed to pay for services, and it is fair that they are charged to residents. However, you should never be expected to pay more than your fair share of taxes. In this episode of Hilary Topper on Air, I'm speaking with Jeff Gold, partner at The Gold Law Firm, PC. Learn how filing an assessment grievance in Nassau County could save you thousands of dollars.

About Jeff Gold

Jeffrey B. Gold received his law degree from Fordham University in 1987. After graduation, he worked at two mid-size New York law firms, Mound, Cotton & Wollan and then Rivkin, Radler & Kremer, handling complex litigation matters in NY, NJ, MI, PA and KY.

About The Gold Law Firm, PC

The Gold Law Firm PC has nearly 100 years of combined experience in the legal profession. Jeffrey B. Gold co-founded Israelson & Gold in 1997. In 2004, Mr. Gold formed Gold, Stewart, Kravatz & Stone. In 2005, Christopher J. Benes joined the firm and became a full partner in 2006. In 2022, Jeffrey B. Gold has now transitioned to The Gold Law Firm, PC as a solo partner along with many talented associates behind him.

The firm's expertise in insurance coverage and defense, personal injury defense, and in commercial litigation is well documented by the firm's trial and appellate-level successes. Conveniently located in Bellmore, NY, the firm litigates throughout the New York Metropolitan area and offers opinions on New York law as well as the laws of other states.

The firm presently consists of eleven attorneys, each one with finely tuned litigation skills that comes from years of dedication and experience.

For more information visit www.thegoldlawfirmpc.com.