In this episode of The Active Texan we interview professional bull rider Cody Teel. Cody grew up in Kountze, Texas and followed in his father’s footsteps of becoming a bull rider. He has been professional in the sport for 10 years and was the 2012 PRCA world champion. We discuss how he got into bull riding, the mental and physical sides of the sport, injuries, and ways that he is training to prepare for the 2021 competition season.

In this episode of The Active Texan our host Brian Watts discusses training for different distances. Hear some tips on endurance training for longer distances like Ironman and marathons including when to start and what type of variety to include in your training. He also talk about training for shorter distance like a 5k or sprint triathlon and how that training differs from more endurance type races.

In this episode of The Active Texan we interview Caleb Hernandez, a personal trainer and speed and performance coach here in College Station. He tells us about his passion for helping people reach fitness goals and his personal training business out of his garage. We discuss learning to run properly, adapting and pursuing personal training career and placing 2nd in a CrossFit competition with our host, Brian Watts. @house_of_gains_fitness @calep_hz @eddieenriquezcap

In this episode of The Active Texan we interview the lead instructor at Pure Barre College Station, Colleen Stapp. We talk about her history as a dancer, Kilgore College Rangerette, dance studio owner and now instructor at Pure Barre. We hear about the mind/body connection, finding the path to recovery from injury and maintaining an active lifestyle. @purebarrecollegestation

In this episode of The Active Texan podcast we chat with local real estate agent and CrossFit enthusiast Laura Lea Smith. We discuss CrossFit workouts, community and competitions as well as a sprint triathlon she has coming up. She is an amazing realtor who is relatable and goes above and beyond for her clients and community. We hear how she does it all by maintaining a detailed schedule for optimum work/life balance. @lifeonthebrazos @walshmanganrealestate

In this episode of The Active Texan we hear about the many sports that our host Brian Watts has been involved in and his best and worst memories of a few of those sports. Brian is interviewed by his wife Allison in this special episode of The Active Texan.

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with Dr. Joel Richards. Former marine turned doctor, Joel is the owner of Doc Healthcare which originated in the Bryan/College Station area and has expanded to Waco and the Woodlands. Brian and Joel discuss the importance of an active lifestyle for the benefit of all aspects of your life and body. From CrossFit to P90X to Peloton to just choosing to take the stairs we talk about the options and variety we have to stay active and finding what helps you to best stay active.

On this episode of The Active Texan podcast we interview Angie Hairell. Angie talks to us about overcoming numerous obstacles to becoming a powerlifting champion. From struggling with auto immune disorders to injuries that put her in a wheel chair for a while she set a goal and never quit. Angie shares with us about trusting in God and finding something that you can be passionate about doing to stay active. This rockstar 50-year-old mother is an inspiration.

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with adaptive athlete and COO of Catapult Patrick Pressgrove. Team Catapult is a nonprofit that aims to CATAPULT physically challenged individuals over adversity and into the world of endurance sports. We hear all about how he got involved with the non-profit and how it has changed his life. Patrick tells us about a few of his many awesome races that he has done including 12+ half marathons, 3 marathons (including the Boston Marathon), a half Ironman, triathlon and much more. In this inspiring interview we hear how he wants to raise awareness and positively impact the lives of those that have come from a similar situation as his. @team_catapult teamcatapult.org [email protected]

In this episode of The Active Texan we talk to endurance athlete Michelle Morton. Michelle shares with us about finding endurance sports and the ‘game’ of challenging herself to continually grow in her sport. We talk about the benefits of using affirmations/mantras during a race as well as overcoming fears and aspects of your sport you may be weaker at. She is full of stories and experiences from her 10+ marathons, 2 Ironman races, 50 miler trail run, adventures in cycling long distances and much more.

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