In this episode of The Active Texan podcast we had the pleasure of hearing stories from Dan McClain. Dan is the race director for some popular races here in Texas such as BCS Oktoberfest and BCS Marathon and Half Marathon. We hear about many of the active adventures that Dan has been on including his experience completing an Ironman. Dan is the co-creator of Running America, owner of Arrow Junkie and creator of a HornFly Outdoors. Be inspired to get outdoors as we chat about running, triathlon, fly fishing, bow hunting, bull riding, car racing and more. https://youtube.com/c/RunningAmerica http://bcsmarathon.com https://arrowjunkie.com

In this episode of the Active Texan podcast Dr. Brian Watts sits down with fellow triathletes Ted Boone, Joseph Hill, Kyle Bryson, and Karina Wilson, to give a recap of the 2021 Kerrville Triathlon Festival. Hear why they all loved this race and can’t wait to go back next year!

In this episode of the Active Texan podcast we discuss overcoming injury and returning to sport. Brian ruptured his Achilles’ tendon back in April just a few months out from his first full Ironman. We dive into the impact this kind of injury has on your body and mind. Brian talks us through his journey so far and how important it is to lean on your support team.

In this episode of the Active Texan podcast we sit down with entrepreneur and CrossFitter, Jeremy Osborne. We chat about Jeremy’s journey as a successful serial entrepreneur, finding his love for crossfit and overcoming various injuries along the way. In his latest venture, Jeremy along with an awesome team including Mat Fraser, Paul Haverland, Heber Cannon and Marston Sawyers are providing the crossfit community with Podium Nutrition. Hear all about how Podium started, what they offer and where it’s headed. 321podium.com @321podium @crossfitaggieland @butterybros

In this episode of The Active Texan we hang out with real estate agent Scott Sampson and chiropractic student Mitch Scarmado. Scott and Mitch talk about how they met at a CrossFit gym, the competitions they did together and how they have grown as active Texans since. From transforming their bodies and mindset about their health to pursuing a career to help other people stay active. This episode is a fun one!

In this episode of The Active Texan, our host Dr. Brian Watts talks with fellow PT, Dr. Jodi Hierholzer. Jodi owns Body Worx Physical Therapy in Abilene, TX. Jodi is a life-long everyday athlete, she did a variety of sports growing up and played collegiate softball at Hardin-Simmons University. She also enjoys outdoor activities such as running, skiing, wakeboarding and kayaking. She is a strength and conditioning specialist and L2 Crossfit coach. Jodi and Brian dive deep into why they have chosen to disrupt the typical standard of physical therapy and pursue performance PT without restrictions from insurance companies. Choosing to take the route of “cash pt” is truly because of a longing to help their patients return to the activities they love and continue to live long active lives. Enjoy! Contact Dr. Jodi at www.bodyworx-pt.com @bodyworx_pt on IG

In this episode of the Active Texan podcast we sit down with author Chris Field. Chris has run over 20 marathons and started the BCS marathon here in Bryan/College Station. Chris also founded the Mercy Project nonprofit which helps rescue children from slavery and trafficking in Ghana, Africa. He has written two books, Disruption for Good and A Billion Hours of Good both giving you the path to become a disrupter and how to cause the most impact for good. This inspirational high achiever has many stories as an awesome active Texan. Enjoy!

In this episode of a the Active Texan we have a wonderful chat with Gaines West. Gaines is a lawyer at West Webb Allbritton & Gentry PC here in College Station, TX. Gaines speaks about his passion for running and many stories about training over the years for various races. For him, running is a release, it helps him to slow down mentally and be creative with his thoughts. His stories are inspiring. He began to be active later in life and now he has a goal of maintaining his active lifestyle for many years to come. You don’t have to be a competitor to become a completor of a race.

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with Chris Lindner, a longtime weightlifter and active dad. Chris tells us how he got inspired to start lifting weights and how it has impacted his life ever since. It affected his mindset to be successful in his work life and created the standard of fitness and activity with his family life. Hear how he has turned his love of weight training into a way to bond with his daughter who plays club soccer.

Latest episode of The Active Texan podcast is a great chat with a endurance athlete. Tim Carroll has done a number many races at various distances including eight 50k races which are his favorite distance and a 100k. Great talk that will get you excited about trying out trail running!