The Athletes Podcast

Welcome to the #172nd episode of  The Athletes Podcast, where we bring you the stories, insights, and experiences of athletes from all walks of life! Today we feature Kennedy Justinen, born and raised in Rocky Mountain House, AB. Justinen learned to ski and snowboard in a recreational manner at the ages of 4 & 10.  Focusing their younger years on accessible sports & moved to Kelowna at 18 to be closer to the mountains.  At age 21, Kennedy acted on a lifelong desire to compete in elite-level snowboarding with no prior training or experience. In 2022, Kennedy finished 3rd overall on the NorAm Cup tour; acquiring a personal spot on the Canadian World Cup team for the 2022/23 season. Fast forward to 2023, where she just recently won the North American Cup. We hope you enjoy the episode! 

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Episode Breakdown:
00:00 - 02:30 Intro & Kennedy's Latest Accomplishments
02:30 - 07:00 How Kennedy Became a Snowboarder
07:00 -09:30  Becoming a North American Snowboard Cross Champ
09:30 - 10:40 Favourite Places to Snowboard
10:40 - 13:40 Competing Overseas & Lack of Funding for Canadian Athletes
13:40 - 19:20 Podium Finishes & Working with CSM
19:20 - 27:30 Channeling Your Energy
27:30 - 38:30 Training for the Olympics & NorAm
38:30 - 42:30 Influences & Advice for the Next Gen
42:30 - 43:50 Outro

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Welcome to the #171st episode of  The Athletes Podcast , where we bring you the stories, insights, and experiences of athletes from all walks of life! Today, we're thrilled to have Canadian Hockey Goaltender and puck-stopping powerhouse, Ryan Fanti, joining us for an in-depth conversation about his journey in the world of ice hockey. 🏒 The Fort Wayne Komets Keeper successfully became the first goalie in history to score a goal in team history, while two weeks Prior to that, he was in & won a teddy tilt!

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Episode Breakdown:
00:00 - 07:25 Intro & Scoring as a Goalie
07:25 - 09:00 Playing the Puck as a Goalie
09:00 - 15:20 Growing Up in Gear & Playing at Duluth
15:20 - 16:30 University to Professional Hockey
16:30 - 20:00 Goalie Fight & Response
20:00 - 23:50 Shutout Championship & Role Models
23:50 - 26:10 Training & Performance 
26:10 - 28:15 Learning to Pivot
28:15 - 32:00 Welcome to the Pros Moment & Inside Support
32:00 - 36:30 Highlights of Ryan’s Career
36:30 - 39:00 Advice for the Next Generation
39:00 - 43:14 Goalie Assists, Questionable Style & Outro

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Episode #170 of The Athletes Podcast features two incredible football players in Randy Chevrier and Sheldon Napastuk. Chevy & Nasty both enjoyed successful careers in the Canadian Football League, showcasing their grit, determination, and exceptional skill on the field.

Randy Chevrier, a long snapper and defensive lineman, played for several CFL teams, including the Edmonton Eskimos, Calgary Stampeders, and Montreal Alouettes, and is a three-time Grey Cup champion. He also spent time in the NFL after being drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars. Off the field, he's made a significant impact as a motivational speaker and mentor, inspiring the next generation of athletes & serving with the City of Calgary Fire Department!

Sheldon Napastuk, a dominant defensive tackle, played College football for Iowa State. He spent the majority of his CFL career with the Calgary Stampeders & Saskatchewan Roughriders. Since retiring from professional football, Sheldon has pursued passion-inspired careers & continues to push the limits of what he's capable of on a daily basis.

Both share insights into their lives on their show "The Ride", check it out on Instagram and wherever else you get your podcasts! 

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Episode Breakdown:

00:00 - 08:00 Intro & Sheldons Origin Story
08:00 - 19:20 Randy’s Origin Story

19:30 - 23:40 Playing for the Home Province

23:40 - 30:50 Tweeting with The Rock & Draft Day

30:50 - 34:30 You Need to Want it

34:30 - 39:30 Grey Cup Vs Super Bowl

39:30 - 43:50 Canadian Athletes Making it Big

43:50 - 49:45 The Importance of Mindset

49:45 - 57:20 Taking the Non-Traditional Path

57:20 - 01:04:25 Building a Life in Calgary

01:04:25 - 01:10:20 Playing Football in Europe & Memorable Sideline

01:10:20 - 01:19:10The Friendship of Chevy & Nasty

01:19:10 - 01:21:00 Untold Scouting Stories & Career Length

01:21:00 - 01:31:00 Changing Career Paths & Training

01:31:00 - 01:34:50 Advice for the Next Gen & Outro

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Episode #169 of The Athletes Podcast features Sarah Mitton. A Canadian athlete specializing in the shot put. She is the 2022 Commonwealth  Games and 2019 Summer Universiade champion and represented Canada at the 2020 Summer Olympics. Mitton was born in Liverpool, Nova Scotia, and raised in Brooklyn. Sarah Mitton is proving to everyone that she is capable of breaking barriers & we dive into those details during the episode below!

Episode Breakdown:
00:00 - 07:00 Intro & Breaking the mold of a shot putter
07:00 - 12:30 It’s Mitton Season & Multi-Sport Athlete
12:30  - 15:15 Accepting the Loss’ Before the Wins & Coaches Incentives
15:15 - 22:00 Competing at the Olympics & World Championships
22:00 - 32:00 Training, Nutrition & Recovery
32:00 - 37:54What’s Next for Sarah Mitton & Advice for the Next Gen

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Episode #168 of The Athletes Podcast features Jennifer "Jen" Kish. Jen is a former Canadian rugby sevens player, who captained the Canadian national team and led them to a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Since retiring from professional rugby, Jen has become a sought-after speaker, coach, and advocate for mental health and women's empowerment in sports. You’ll see her & her partner, music artist Shawnee Kish creating crazy fun content on TikTok under @shawkeekish.

Episode Breakdown:
00:00 - 03:30 Intro & Background on Jen Kish
03:30 - 06:20 Promoting Yourself on Social Media
06:20 - 12:00 Growing Up Across Canada & Using Sports as an Outlet
12:00 - 15:20 Being Told to Pick a Real Career & Chasing Dreams
15:20 - 27:30 Winning Gold at Pan Am Games & Competing at the Olympics
27:30 - 32:30 Mental Toughness
32:30 - 42:50 Life After Retriement
42:50 - 44:00 Building an Image
44:00 - 53:00 Taking Care of Injuries Early
53:00 - 56:54 Female Athletes Building their Brands

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Episode #167 of The Athletes Podcast features Pavel Barber, a world-renowned stickhandling specialist and skills coach, who has worked with numerous professional hockey players, helping them take their game to the next level. His expertise and dedication to the sport have earned him a well-deserved reputation in the hockey world. In this episode, we'll discuss Pavel's journey, his approach to the sport of hockey, and the secrets behind mastering those mind-blowing stickhandling skills.

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 - 03:05 Intro
03:05 - 04:55 Toughest Goalie to Score on & Warm Pucks
04:55 - 06:00 Multi-Sport Athlete
06:00 - 07:30 How Barber Got Started & NHL Favs
07:30 - 09:00 Shootouts with Kane Van Gate
09:00 - 10:00 Placing Bets
10:00 - 11:45 Best Place Hockey has Brought Barber
11:45 - 13:00 Biggest Piece of Advice for Next Gen & Locker Room Post-Game Chat
13:00 - 14:49 Outro

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Episode #166 of The Athletes Podcast features Taylor Woods, a professional hockey player, and strongwoman who has defied the odds and overcome adversity to excel in not just one, but two highly competitive sports.

Last week Taylor claimed gold at the 2023 Arnold Amateur Strongwoman World Championships. Woods was a member of the Cornell Big Red from 2012 to 2016, and is currently playing with the Toronto Six of the Premier Hockey Federation (PHF). She won the Clarkson Cup with the Markham Thunder in 2018 and scored the last regular season goal in Canadian Women's Hockey League (CWHL) history.

Tune in to listen to this incredible two-sport athlete, coach & superhuman! 

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 - 08:20 Intro & Growing Up a Multi-Sport Athlete
08:00 - 11:30 Where Sports has Taken Taylor & The Roar of Fans
11:30 - 17:50 Staying Composed & How to Train
17:50 - 22:00 Optimizing Travel Time & The Evolution of Hockey
22:00 - 26:00 Managing a Multi-Sport Career
26:00 - 31:00 Sibling Rivalry & Training for the Arnold
31:00 - 36:50 Building Good Habits & Structured Routines
36:50 - 41:00 Playing for the Toronto Six
41:00 - 48: 10 Female Athlete Collaborations
48:10 - 51:00 Lifting a Car & Attending Cornell
51:00 - 53:22 Advice for the Next Gen & Outro

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Episode #165 of The Athletes Podcast features, Mitchell Hooper. Today, Mitchell kicks off the 2023 Arnolds Sports Festival where he is poised to podium barring any injury. He is arguably the strongest man in the world. Mitch has only been doing strength sports for three years. In his rookie year as a pro strongman, Mitch competed in 6 competitions and had a podium finish in each of them: Giants live strongman 2nd place, Giants live world open 2nd place, Shaw classic 3rd, Uk Arnold - 1st, Giants live world final - 1st, Rogue invitational - 3rd. This man has been a bodybuilder, run marathons, played football, and shot 75 the last time he played golf. 

Outside of strongman, Mitchell is the director of an exercise physiology clinic in Barrie, Longevity Nexum, if you’re in the area, please check it out and let him know Dave sent you! He also runs a successful coaching business with the Moose Strength team. We hope you enjoy the episode!

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 - 05:00 Intro & Returning to Where He Grew Up
05:00 -14:00 It’s All About Perspective & Working on your Weakness’
14:00 - 19:40 Sigma Males & Being The New Guy on the Block
19:40 - 27:00 Physical & Mental Capabilities
27:00 - 31:00 The Secrets to Time Management
31:00 - 38:50 Words From the Wise & Building a Brand
38:50 - 43:00 Life Expectancy & Getting Moving
43:00 - 54:30 Progressive Overload & Avoiding Injury
54:30 -  01:00:00 Making it Through The Past 6 Months
01:00:00 - 01:04:50 Good Enough Everyday
01:04:50 - 01:07:52 Leaving a Legacy & Outro

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Jana Webb is an athlete, entrepreneur, businesswoman, and creator of Joga. She has used her experience of surviving a car accident to inspire others to take responsibility for their bodies and has been exploring the bridge between sports and yoga for 17 years. Jana has built apps and online curriculums to help athletes and is the founder of Joga, a unique movement system that combines yoga and athletic movements to promote physical and emotional well-being.

Episode Breakdown:

00:00:00 - 00:04:34 - Joga & Working with Incredible Athletes

00:04:34 - 00:07:34 - Being Introduced to Yoga to Recover from Injury 

00:07:34 - 00:13:46 - Creating Joga for Athletes

00:13:46 - 00:16:02 - Talking Business with Kevon Looney

00:16:02 - 00:20:27 - The Accident that Changed it All

00:20:27 - 00:23:15 - Becoming a Better Coach

00:23:15 - 00:25:01 - Influences in Business

00:25:01 - 00:29:17 - Finding Your Niche in the Fitness Industry

00:29:17 - 00:31:54 - Working with Athletes

00:31:54 - 00:35:17 - The Ecosystem of Each Sport and the Culture

00:35:17 - 00:37:07 - Working with Goalies

00:37:07 - 00:41:22 - Joga for Golfers

00:41:22 - 00:44:24 - Building the Program Audience

00:44:24 - 00:47:13 - Working Your Way Back to Health & Advice for the Next Gen

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Episode #163 of The Athletes Podcast features, Dr. Rand McClain. McClain is a sports medicine and hormone replacement therapy expert with over 20 years of experience in the field. He has worked with numerous elite athletes, helping them achieve peak performance and overcome injuries. In addition to his work with athletes, Dr. McClain is a renowned expert in the field of age management medicine and has helped countless individuals improve their health and vitality. Dr. McClain shares his insights on the importance of hormone optimization for athletes, as well as discusses the latest advances in sports medicine. Whether you are a professional athlete, a weekend warrior, or simply looking to improve your overall health and fitness, you won't want to miss this informative and engaging conversation with Dr. Rand McClain.

Episode Breakdown:
00:00 - 08:30 Intro & Long-Term Health, New Book "Cheating Death"
08:30 - 11:35 Differentiating Doctors
11:35 -  20:00 The Importance of TRT & Dealing with Stress
20:00 - 33:00 Where to Start & What are the Signs
33:00 - 42:00 Impacts of Substances
42:00 - 45:00 Nutrition & Exercise
45:00 - 50:00 Oral Health
50:00 - 53:03 Working with Greats & Advice for the Next Gen
53:03 - 54:03 Outro

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