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#105 - Ever felt stuck in a rut, struggling to find your stride? We had a riveting conversation with Brad Ritter - an expert on performance, author of the best-selling book, School of Grit, and a walking testament to the power of transformation. 

Brad shared his journey of overcoming mediocrity and how an intense experience at a camp modeled after Navy SEAL training ignited a life-altering change in him. What ensued was the conception of the six pillars of optimal performance and a mission to build a warrior class community, helping individuals take control of their lives.

Topics Covered:

• Hear Brad’s story and what led to developing the six pillars
• Learn the six pillars of optimal performance
• Listen to practical ways you can implement the six pillars in your life

Today’s Guest

Brad Ritter

Brad Ritter is one of the world’s leading experts on performance.  He is the author of the best selling book, School of Grit:  Unlock Your Potential Through Purposeful Adversity. After graduating from Kokoro camp in 2015, he wanted to find a way to serve others,  help people take control of their lives, and get unstuck. He accomplishes this through a proven system that focuses on your physical, mental, emotional, intuitional, and warrior spirit. 

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• Website - https://schoolofgrit.org/
• Instagram - @schoolofgrit_bradritter
• YouTube - @schoolofgrit
• Facebook - @schoolofgrit
  
  

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#104 - Imagine transforming your life through running, and the spark of that transformation leading to an innovation in the running world. That's exactly what happened to our guest, Anthony Pong, CEO of Caterpy, and his business partner, Kaji. 

Their partnership, born out of Kaji's quest to quit smoking through the discipline of running, led to the creation of a unique shoelace that's taking the running world by storm. Listen to Anthony as he walks us through his journey from a hedge fund to a global product distribution company, making waves with their innovative running gear. 

Topics Covered:

• Hear Anthony’s story and what led to becoming CEO of Caterpy
• Discover how Caterpy’s solution helps runners and other athletes
• Learn why movement is so important, even if its not running
• Listen to the behind the scenes of Caterpy as a startup

Today’s Guest

Anthony Pong

Anthony Pong, CEO of Caterpy,  graduated from the University of Florida with a Mathematics degree in 2 years. After university, he started multiple businesses, ranging from financial services to international product distribution. Central to all of his experiences are analytical skills and making data-driven decisions.

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• Website - https://caterpy.us/
• Instagram - @caterpy
• YouTube - @caterpy
• Facebook - @caterpy

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#103 - Bruce Davis is here to inspire us with his transformative journey through running and obstacle course races that gave him a renewed sense of purpose after a devastating personal tragedy. 

Bruce opens up about how endurance events offered him a sanctuary of peace and introspection, and the adrenaline rush of his first Spartan stadium run, which he candidly admits changed his life trajectory and got him hooked on racing.

Topics Covered:

• Hear positive ways to cope after tremendous personal loss
• Discover the keys to doing hard things in life and sports
• Learn how to level-up when looking to improve your running game
• Listen to how the running community can be a positive part of your life

Today’s Guest

Bruce Davis

Bruce was coming from a very difficult time and he found peace through endurance events and obstacle course races. This year Bruce has done 4 DEKA STRONGS, 3 DEKA MILES, 1 DEKA Fit, Hyrox, tough mudder, two Savage races, two rugged Maniacs, three Spartan races. Bruce also just finished up running his first half marathon and Spartan Beast. And this is only the beginning…

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• Instagram - @beproductions1980
• YouTube - @beproductionstv
• Email - [email protected]

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#102 - What would you do if you could identify the one thing holding you back from success in your life? Justin Belt, life coach, author, and teacher, shares his unique approach towards overcoming limiting beliefs and harnessing the power of the mind to help you reach your goals. Justin candidly shares his personal journey of transformation.

Justin is the author of 'Slaying the Lion Hunt: What is Hunting You and is the host of the Pep Talk Podcast.

Topics Covered:

• Hear Justin’s personal journey of transformation to living his purpose
• Learn how to identify what is holding you back from success
• Discover the three powerful steps to taking big action in your life

Today's Guest

Justin Belt

Justin Belt is a Life Coach, Author, and Teacher in Dallas, TX. His first book, “Slaying the Lion: Hunt What is Hunting You” is currently 5 star rated on Amazon. In his Life Coaching practice, he works with men who are searching for their path and their purpose. Through strategies centrally focusing on eliminating limiting beliefs and correcting faulty self-narratives, Justin has been able to help many clients move forward with clarity and renewed focus on creating the kind of future that aligns with their dreams and goals. 

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• Instagram - @_jbspeaks
  • DM Justin for your free eBook - “Soaring Confidence”
• TikTok - @_jbspeaks
• Podcast - The Pep Talk Podcast

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#101 - Looking to boost your running performance with the power of breath? Let's venture on a conversational journey with Mike Bennet, the Scientific and Partnership Manager at Airofit, a man whose unique background in semi-professional rugby sparked a passion for running. 

Mike enlightens us on the game-changing role of respiratory muscle training for runners, revealing how this training aids in increasing physiological potential and inspiratory pressure. He opens the book on Airofit's solution and how they are revolutionizing runners' training experiences. And if you've ever struggled with 'hitting the wall' during half marathons, Mike's insights could be your much-needed breakthrough!

Topics Covered:

• Transition to nasal breathing with practical tips and training
• Benefits of nasal breathing beyond just better performance
• How Airofit is revolutionizing this space with their Respiratory Muscle Training solution

Today's Guest
Mike Bennet

Mike Bennet, scientific and partnership manager at Airofit, which is a respiratory muscle training company, or they provide solutions for respiratory muscle training

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• Website - www.airofit.com
• Facebook - @Airofit Sports
• Instagram - @airofit
• YouTube - @airofit

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#100 - Five years ago, I laced up my running shoes and embarked on a journey that has taken me beyond the physical realm of running into the mental battlefield of resilience and determination. Join me as I celebrate this adventure and milestone—our 100th episode! I'll be sharing the story of my re-entry into running, the personal growth from Spartan obstacle course races, and the creation of this very podcast inspired by pushing my limits.

Ever wondered how to break free from your comfort zone and crush your running goals? I'm laying out ten tips to get you moving, gathered from personal experiences and insightful conversations with other runners and fitness experts. But the journey doesn't stop at the finish line; I'll also be revealing how affirmations, meditation, and scheduling workouts can vastly improve your running performance and overall well-being. 

Topics Covered:

• Why I started running again and started the podcast
• Race recap for the year for my key races
• Ten running tips I've learned in my  journey and through the podcast

Richard Conner

Richard is a strategic marketing professional with experience in B2B marketing. Richard is the founder of Inspire to Run and is passionate about helping others reach their goals. He is a Connecticut native and is a husband, dad, writer, Star Wars fan, and of course - runner! Richard recently discovered obstacle course racing and has fully embraced this new obsession.

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#099 - What does it take to be a high performance athlete? What lessons can we learn from a lifetime dedicated to sports and military service? We delve into these questions and more with our special guest, Dan Browne, United States Army National Guard Retired Lieutenant Colonel, former Olympian, and Sales Manager, Government Division at Polar.

Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, get ready to be inspired and take away actionable strategies to reach your goals.

Topics Covered:

• Learn the important pillars of high performance
• The critical importance of follow-through, even when you want to quit
• Ways to overcome setbacks and use them to propel you to success
• How Polar technology can give you an edge in your training and performance

Today’s Guest

Dan Browne

Dan Browne is a 2004 Olympic Track & Field team member (10,000 meters & Marathon), United States Army National Guard Retired Lieutenant Colonel, 17 time US National Champion on Road, Track & Cross Country, 2 time NCAA All-American as a collegiate athlete in the U.S. Military Academy, and Sales Manager, Government Division at Polar - fitness tracker and heart rate monitor company.

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• Email - [email protected]
• Facebook - @Dan Browne

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• Website - www.polar.com
• Facebook - @Polar
• Instagram - @polarglobal
• YouTube - @Polar

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#098 - Prepare to be inspired by the remarkable story of Barry Karch, host of Running for Your Life Podcast, a passionate runner who, after a two-decade hiatus, reignited his love for the sport. Having once raced in up to 20 races per year, burnout set in and Barry stepped off the “track” for 20 long years.

Upon reaching his 60s, Barry realized that it was time for a change. This was a pivotal moment that sparked his journey back to running. Listen to his why and how he made a successful return to running races.

Topics Covered:

• Listen to what led Barry to burnout from running races
• Hear about his “why” and what led him to train again 
• Learn what are things to consider as you start / resume as you get older

Today’s Guest

Barry Karch

Barry  became an avid runner as he approached his 40s.  He participated in as many as 20 races a year, ranging from 1 mile to marathons and everything in between.  He qualified for and ran the Boston Marathon.  After 5 years of intense training and running, he got burned out.  He stopped racing for 20 years. The bad news was that he kept eating like he was running marathons.   Finally, when he reached his 60s, he got the determination to do something about the weight.  He changed his diet and the weight came off - all 35 pounds - and, as a side effect, an unexpected thing happened.  He started to enjoy running again - really enjoy it.  Much more than when he was younger.  He has begun racing again with great results and feels rejuvenated - like he found a part of himself that was missing for 20 years.

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• Instagram - @barry_s_karch
• Podcast - Running for Your Life

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#097 - We can't ignore the pivotal role of recovery in endurance training. Ryan Hurley, founder of Lagoon Sleep, gives us a peek into his recovery routine, which includes stretching, strength training, and yes, sleep. Ryan is an elite athlete who switched from swimming to endurance sports like Ironman, marathons, and Ultra Marathons.

The insights from Ryan Hurley in this podcast episode underscore the importance of sleep and recovery in reaching athletic heights.  Ready to take your training to the next level? Join us for this illuminating chat as we unravel the finer details of endurance, sleep, and recovery.

Topics Covered:

• Hear Ryan’s journey of switching to endurance sports
• Understand the pivotal role of recovery in endurance training
• Learn the importance of incorporating recovery days into training plans
• Hear how wearables can be utilized to monitor progress & performance

Today’s Guest

Ryan Hurley

Ryan is the founder of the sleep and fitness brand Lagoon.  The company's mission is to help athletes optimize their sleep to maximize their daily performance.  

Ryan's a lifelong endurance athlete, previously swimming at an elite level through high school and at the University of Virginia, where he was an All-American, 2x Olympic Trials finalist, and Silver Medalist at the World University Games.

Since then, Ryan has ventured into other endurance sports.  He's an Ironman, 3x marathon finisher and just recently ran the 50 mile ultra marathon in Leadville.  

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• Website - lagoonsleep.com
• Instagram - @lagoonsleep
• Facebook - @lagoonsleep

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#096 - How do you come back from a diagnosis or injury that prevents you from being active? Get ready to be moved by the exhilarating journey of our guest Deanna Blegg, Australia's leading female adventure racer and the creative mind behind Bleggmit. 

We promise you a front-row seat to her indomitable spirit, from her humble beginnings as a swimmer, scaling the heights of her first triathlon win in 1984, to representing Australia in the Commonwealth Games. Deanna opens up about her battle with illness and how it rekindled her passion for sports, culminating in her triumphant return to the field post a radical abdominal hysterectomy in 2016.

Topics Covered:

• Deanna’s journey into adventure racing and obstacle course racing
• Rekindled passion for sports after a life-altering diagnosis and recovery
• How Deanna turned a racing hurdle into an inventive solution
• How Bleggmit is revolutionizing outdoor sports 

Today’s Guest

Deanna Blegg

Deanna is a mother, HIV and AIDS survivor, breast cancer survivor and adventure racer, obstacle racer, and CrossFit athlete. Deanna won the overall women’s title in the 2013 World’s Toughest Mudder, a 24-hour obstacle racing event where competitors run continuous 5-mile loops in an attempt to complete as many miles as possible. She is also the inventor of the BleggMit, a lightweight neoprene glove designed for cold-weather races. 

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• Website - http://www.bleggmit.com.au/
• Instagram - @bleggmit
• Facebook - @BleggMit

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