The Active Texan

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with heptathlete Annie Kunz. Hear about Annie’s journey to becoming an Olympic athlete. Annie went to Texas A&M where she played soccer and also did track and field. She represented the USA at the Tokyo Olympics in the heptathlon.

In this episode of The Active Texan podcast we interview Mason Sargent. Mason walked on the football team at A&M University and was also in the corps of cadets. He grew up playing football and golf and now enjoys doing CrossFit and is pursuing a career as a firefighter. Hear stories from his time with Jimbo Fisher at A&M as well as training for and participating in crossfit competitions. We dive into mindset and mental health in pursuing fitness goals and leaning on your community. You can typically find Mason working out at Sawed-off Crossfit in College Station, TX. http://sawedoffcrossfittx.com

In this episode of The Active Texan we discuss ACL return to sport rehab with Dr. Tim Puckett of Puckett Physical Therapy. Tim is a Physical Therapist in San Antonio, Texas. He treats a lot of youth athletes and has experience treating ACL injuries with the goal of returning to their sport. Brian and Tim discuss the mental and physical aspects of these types of injuries and the process of helping their patients recover and return to their active lifestyle. puckettpt.com

In this episode of The Active Texan podcast we chat with Phil Stevenson. Phil is the associate head coach for the Texas A&M women’s soccer team. He is from Hornsea, England, and received his B.S. in 1987 from Lock Haven. With many successful years as a soccer coach, he is full of knowledge and stories. Outside of soccer, Phil is also an avid golfer. This is a fun interview full of soccer, coaching and golf.

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In this episode of The Active Texan we sit down with Mike Korczynski, aka “Coach K”. Mike ran track for Texas A&M and is a high school golf coach here in College Station, TX. As a super competitive individual, Mike enjoyed playing baseball, track and basketball. We chat about how he started getting into golf a little over 10 years ago and what brought him to begin coaching. We also discuss his Parkinson’s diagnosis and how it has affected his active lifestyle.

In this episode of The Active Texan podcast we talk with our occasional cohost Allison Watts. Every active person has their “why” for why they are active and you never know what the person next to you is going through. In this episode we shout out to the ones who show up while overcoming unseen struggles, from being an introvert, working through perceived limitations, having a chronic illness or managing major life changes etc. We chat about weight training, dance and becoming a runner, doing trail and road races ranging from 5k to half marathon distances and also a tough mudder.

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In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with BCS local Terrance Smith. Terrance is a coach and co-owner at Sawed-Off CrossFit in College Station. We learn more about the sports, activities and life experience that has made Terrance the person he is today. As an entrepreneur and someone who was born and raised in Bryan/College Station, he brings a heart for the community that is felt when you walk into the gym. Brian and Terrance discuss fitness in youth sports, mobility and of course, soccer.

In this episode of the Active Texan podcast we talk to Stewart Slack and Thomas Simpson with Stone Co. Climbing in College Station, TX. Slack is COO/owner and Simpson is the general manager. The new climbing facility is the first of its kind in the area and is already filled with climbers of all levels. We chat all about climbing for fitness and the art and joy of climbing. A fascinating look at the sport that will get you inspired to get climbing! Stonecoclimbing.com

In this episode of The Active Texan we sit down Chris Thompson (aka CT). CT has infinite stories to tell and is able to share a few from his time in training and during deployment. We also hear about his life before and after his service including his passion for enriching the lives of veterans. CT served most of his time in the Army as a Green Beret in 3rd Special Forces Group. After his time in the military, CT worked as a contractor, still deploying, in support of Special Operations for the next several years. Altogether, he conducted seven combat deployments and was decorated with the Bronze Star for Valor, two additional Bronze Stars, and has also been awarded the Congressional Veteran Commendation. CT is currently a part of an all Special Operations group of Cadre for an endurance event and gear/apparel company. CT also continues to serve in the veteran non-profit space and has his own business called Northgate Naturals where he makes soaps and hair products from high quality natural ingredients in College Station, TX.

In this episode of the Active Texan podcast we chat with Rory McKernan. We talk all about his journey in health and fitness as well as many stories of adventures along the way. His story is all about passion, hard work, meeting great people, being a part of a supportive community and a whole lot of Crossfit. @thecrossfitmeyhem @thereadystate