Talks with Tås

Meet Ethan Ewell. 21 year old former soccer player and Crossfit athlete, turned Weightlifter, has his eyes set on the 2024 Summer Olympics. Ethan shares how his Mother’s influence and early passion has ultimately lead to multiple opportunities in representing Guam in his early teens. Ethan goes over what training for the sport of Olympic Weightlifting has been like for him. Together we discuss his training development through the years, training specifics, training goals and training through injury. Ethan remains an exciting athlete to watch in more recent local events on Guam. He is set to compete in the Guam Weightlifting Federation’s first open event of the year on March 26, 2021. Learn more about Ethan’s journey as an Olympic hopeful!

Meet Ethan Ewell. 21 year old former soccer player and Crossfit athlete, turned Weightlifter, has his eyes set on the 2024 Summer Olympics. Ethan shares how his Mother’s influence and early passion has ultimately lead to multiple opportunities in representing Guam in his early teens. Ethan goes over what training for the sport of Olympic Weightlifting has been like for him. Together we discuss his training development through the years, training specifics, training goals and training through injury. Ethan remains an exciting athlete to watch in more recent local events on Guam. He is set to compete in the Guam Weightlifting Federation’s first open event of the year on March 26, 2021. Learn more about Ethan’s journey as an Olympic hopeful!

Mia shares her experience with exercising while pregnant, postpartum rehabilitation, and early parenthood! Together, we discuss the importance of physical activity or exercise while pregnant and pregnancy-related pelvic floor symptoms that are common, but not necessarily normal! Mia is a yoga instructor, athlete, and first-time momma who talks about her ongoing journey of returning to how she would exercise prior to her pregnancy.

Happy Holidays! Get ready to learn, laugh, & feel inspired to take on a healthier lifestyle! Tås talks with Chris "Malafunkshun" Barnett alongside Dr. Ryan Claros and Coach Paul Claros at Custom Fitness Guam. Malafunkshun shares his decision to make healthy lifestyle changes, under the guidance of the Claros brothers, after being diagnosed with Type II Diabetes this past October. Together, we discuss common misconceptions relative to exercise, nutrition, and general health. Philosophies, funny stories, jokes, and beer also included! Happy Holidays! Special thanks to KUAM News, Custom Fitness Guam, Custom Fitness Physical Therapy, and Island Beverage Guam for making this holiday special possible. Enjoy!

Scott Kneller is a 2x Olympian in Men's Ski Cross and World Cup Gold Medalist . He competed in the 2010 & 2014 Winter Olympics and placed first for the Ski Cross World Cup in 2010. In this interview, Scott discusses the series of events that led up to both Olympic Games. He shares how he managed multiple injuries that jeopardized both Olympic opportunities and coped with the loss of a family member. Scott gives an insider perspective on Ski Cross, performance training, rigorous sports rehabilitation, and growth mindset. Scott is the Founder of the Rob Kneller Youth Foundation and current chair of the Australian Olympic Committee Athlete Commission.

Coach Gabriela Mueller shares her story on how she became an international professional speaker, executive communications coach, author, blogger, and podcaster. She found her passion in empowering high-performing teams & leaders in sports, technology, and engineering. Coach Gabriela gives advice on building confidence and taking initiative with public speaking, leadership, and career decisions. She also discusses the importance of having communication skills as an athlete. I (Tås) share how attending a Women in Sport Seminar hosted by Coach Gabriela Mueller helped me with public speaking & communication as a sports delegate and physical therapist. Enjoy!

Where to Connect with Coach Gabriela:

https://www.gabrielamueller.com

https://www.womenleadsports.com

Toastmasters:

https://www.toastmasters.org

Physiotherapist Marita Marshall provides insight on her experience as a traveling sports physiotherapist for a variety of sports and numerous games events. Marita also shares her journey in owning and managing multiple businesses to include her own private outpatient clinic.

How to connect with Marita:

1. Instagram: @pops_physio_246

2. Website: www.pops-physio.com

Julius Naranjo (aka, "Julz") is a former Olympic weightlifting athlete who transitioned to the role as a coach following a career-ending injury and is now heading to the Olympics for the first time as a coach.

Coach Julz talks about his journey in becoming a coach, training adjustments during the pandemic, and experience with remote coaching & online programming for Olympic weightlifters.

Connect with Julius on Instagram: @imjulius

A fun talk with Physiotherapist & lifelong multisport athlete Peter Hunt aka Coach Pete. This interview focused on responsibilities, considerations, and lessons learned along the way when treating traveling sports teams. Coach Pete shares his experience as a traveling Physio and gives advice on how to best prepare for treating rugby teams particularly when they are on tour or in competition.

If you are interested in physiotherapy/physical therapy, rugby, powerlifting, and other random topics, then give it a watch!

Connect with Peter on Instagram: @peterdenishunt