Pure Ambition

There have been lots of questions about what caused my cardiac arrest. In this episode I share an update on my heart and health in general seven weeks after the incident and answer some questions that I have been receiving over the past several weeks.

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David Stark is the Host of The Athlete's Podcast, a top 1% podcast that uncovers the strategies and insights that drive peak performance in the lives of elite athletes, nutritionists, and health experts. David has interviewed over 200 high-achievers in the world of health and athletics. His passion lies in unraveling how high achievers constantly refine their prowess, perpetually striving for enhancement.

In this episode, David and I go deep into uncovering the habits, routines, rituals, and mindsets of peak performers, as well as the things we have both learned from talking with these incredible individuals and the impact it has had on both of our lives. We also discuss why we both started podcasts, the doors that have opened, and the skills that have been acquired because of it. David also imparts invaluable advice for the next generation of leaders.

This was a collaborative podcast where we went back and forth interviewing each other, and I had the opportunity to share behind the scenes about what my content creation process looks like, my "why" behind everything I do, who my dream podcast guest would be, how I see the world differently post-cardiac arrest, and my advice to the next generation.

Key Points:

• Running a podcast while balancing a 9-5 job
• Bringing to life the things we wish existed
• What it takes to be one of the greatest of all times
• Navigating seasons of imbalance
• How high-performers prime themselves to be at their best
• Me and David's routines that set us up for success
• Behind the scenes on the process of content creation
• How and why I started a podcast
• Action leads to opportunity
• Leaving an impact on the next generation
• Lessons learned from some of the world's top performers
• My perspective on life post-cardiac arrest
• Advice for the next generation
• David's definition of ambition

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The Athlete's Podcast

David's Instagram

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Have you ever been told, "You have plenty of time!" Of course you have, and so have I. In this episode I share why we DON'T have as much time as we think, and how we can change our relationship with time to get ourselves to take action on the things on our hearts.

I also dive into what went down this past weekend as I took on one of the biggest challenges of my life.

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Sam Scaffidi is the founder and head coach of Project Sweat and Project Sweat Run Club. She is a 3:00:49 marathoner and has helped hundreds of runners set PRs, run pain-free, and fall in love with the sport of running.

In this episode, Sam and I do a deep dive into the sport of running and the key elements to focus on to enhance performance and longevity.

• Tips for faster recovery after a race
• What to do when dealing with injuries as a runner
• How to run your first half marathon
• Why you should eat before you run
• Eating for performance vs. longevity
• Tips for pre and post-run nutrition
• How a gait analysis can help prevent injuries and improve running economy
• Ideal frequency for strength training as a runner
• How to include marathon paces into your long runs
• Signs of overtraining and how to avoid it
• What a 12-week marathon build should look like
• Sam's definition of ambition

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Personal IG: @sam.scaffidi

Project Sweat IG: @projectsweatrunclub

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On today's episode, I share the eight foods that I would pick to eat for the rest of my life to enhance longevity and overall health. Incorporating these nutrient-dense, antioxidant-rich, and heart-healthy foods into your diet can make a significant difference in how you look and feel as you age. These are foods that have had a massive impact on my health and quality of life and that I would recommend to those trying to optimize their health.

DISCLAIMER: I am NOT an expert on nutrition and this is NOT medical advice. Do your research, test things out, and find what works for you!

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Jason Fitzgerald is the Head Coach and Founder of Strength Running, Host of The Strength Running Podcast, Columnist for Trail Runner Magazine, and a 2:39 marathoner.

Strength Running was started in 2010 and quickly grew to one of the largest running sites on the web with over 200,000 monthly readers. It's been featured in Runner's World, The Washington Post, Health Magazine, USA Today, The Huffington Post, and most other major media.

The Strength Running Podcast has grown into the #2 most popular running podcast in the US of all time, with millions of downloads and recommendations from PodiumRunner, Runner's World, and other industry leaders.

Key Points:

• The benefits of strength training for runners
• Understanding 'running economy' and why it is important
• Tips to run injury-free
• 4 strength exercises all runners should be doing
• Using proper fueling to enhance performance and recovery
• How to properly fuel for long runs
• How often you should race over the period of a year
• Intensity vs. volume in training and how to balance both safely
• Why starting with middle-distance running will make you a better marathon runner
• Keys to running a faster marathon and breaking through plateaus
• Do you need to be skinnier to run faster?
• Calculating effort and race paces for workouts to crush your goals
• Overcoming obstacles to continue to improve as a runner

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Strengthrunning.com

The Strength Running Podcast on Apple

The Strength Running Podcast on Spotify

Jason's Instagram

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How do you structure your morning to show up as the best version of yourself? On today's solo episode, we're diving deep into the art of winning your morning and crafting a quick, effective routine that paves the way for a successful day. We'll explore the transformative power of morning routines, how they can supercharge your productivity and mindset, and why they're essential for living your best life. I'll share my own morning routine, complete with the strategies and habits that have been game-changers for me.

I'll also provide practical tips for you to create your personalized morning routine, emphasizing simplicity and adaptability. Plus, we'll touch on quick wins that can instantly elevate your mornings, as well as strategies for staying consistent and overcoming common challenges.

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James Barry is the CEO and Founder of Pluck, ancestral superfood seasonings made with organic spices, herbs, and nutrient-rich organs. ****He is an ex-celebrity chef for Hollywood A-listers including Tom Cruise and George Clooney, and his journey reads like a culinary adventure. James has also written multiple cookbooks that are helping people take back their health and live better lives.

He's deeply committed to reconnecting individuals to food and the sources it came from. In a world increasingly distanced from the origins of what we consume, James envisions a society that thrives not only by savoring delectable dishes but by understanding and appreciating the journey of each ingredient from farm to plate.

Key Points:

• The problem with the disconnection between people and the food industry
• Looking at your health as a journey
• Be curious about nutrition and find what ultimately works for you
• The benefits of eating whole animal
• How humans and our diets have shaped the way we are
• Why sleep is critical in achieving optimal health and tips to sleep better
• 5 easy things anyone can do to immediately improve their health
• Creating an organ-based seasoning company
• The most nutrient-dense foods on the planet to include in your diet
• 14-day diet to decrease inflammation
• Making healthy eating easy with a busy schedule
• Are vegetables actually good for us?
• How to recognize when certain foods are not working for you
• Changing your health to benefit future generations
• James' definition of ambition

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Do you struggle to stay energized and productive all day long? In this episode, I share five tips to help you maintain high levels of energy and avoid that afternoon crash that seems to be unavaoidable. Tune in to hear these easy, actionable tips on things you can do today to maximize your energy levels and thrive!

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Nick Walker is a Health and Wellness Creator and Human Performance Coach on a mission to help and inspire others through fitness and fun.

After his dream of going to the MLB didn't pan out, Nick was eager to find purpose and meaning in his life. He found himself as the head baseball coach at his alma mater at 23 years old and led the team to a league title in his first year.

Coaching lit a fire in him to help and inspire others through his passion of health and wellness, so he packed up his car and drove across the country to begin the next chapter as an Equinox trainer in California, and has now amassed hundreds of thousands of followers across multiple platforms and is helping even more than that live their best lives by making fitness fun and less intimidating.

In this episode, Nick shares more about his journey of overcoming adversity, and how by putting his mission of helping 1 person each day as his main priority, he has created a life for himself filled with meaning and purpose.

• Why Nick starts his day with bulletproof coffee
• How to wake up energized and motivated each day
• Finding purpose and meaning in life
• Breaking free from identifying solely as a baseball player
• Driving across the country and working as a trainer at Equinox
• Becoming a full-time creator during the pandemic
• Morning routine for a successful day
• Structure your day in a way that allows you to be most effective
• Keys to improving as a hybrid athlete
• Working out fasted vs. fed
• Benefits of intermittent fasting
• Supplements for optimal health and longevity
• Using sodium to improve health and performance
• A sneak peak into Nick's new company
• Nick's definition of ambition

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