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In this insightful episode of The Ready State Podcast, Kelly and Juliet Starrett sit down with Steve Magness—performance coach, author, and expert on mental and physical resilience. They explore the complexities of human performance and how embracing the basics can lead to extraordinary results. From the Instagramification of fitness to the critical role of intrinsic motivation and belonging, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways for athletes, coaches, and anyone striving to perform at their best.

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Aaron Leventhal is the author of The New Fit, the director of AKTIV Against Cancer USA, and a coach and educator. His work on health, wellness, and exercise oncology has impacted thousands. Aaron is an ex-professional soccer player, performance coach, gym owner, and cancer survivor.

Aaron’s Longevity Fitness Tests, “The Fit Standards,” have provided clear direction and guidance to help educate thousands on the type of exercise that will have the most impact on their personal wellness. Through his work with exercise oncology, professional athletes, and everyday people, his goal is to help patients and clients, doctors, and health care professionals re-frame how exercise can be used to improve physical and emotional outcomes.

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This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Momentous, a leading high-performance lifestyle company making the best supplements and sports nutrition products for individuals looking to optimize all parts of their lives. We always prioritize whole foods, but to meet our protein minimums for building and maintaining muscle mass, we also supplement. After living through the terrible tasting protein powders of yesteryear, we are stoked on Momentous Whey Protein. It tastes great and has pre-digestive enzymes so it's easier to digest. Go to livemomentous.com/TRS and use code TRS for 20% OFF your first purchase.

This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. That means lots of salt — with no sugar. Guys we are still OBSESSED with LMNT Sparkling. It is literally our favorite drink of all time. All the electrolytes you need, in the MOST festive beverage you've ever tasted. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/TRS and check it out!

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Dr. Darshan Shah earned his MD at 21 through the accelerated program at the University of Missouri, Kansas City. He trained in general surgery and trauma in California, performing over 10,000 operations. His current project is Next Health, a health optimization and longevity center built on the belief that health is not the absence of disease, but the abundance of vitality. Their mission is to empower people to achieve optimal vitality & longevity through personalized, data-driven health optimization.

We are so inspired by Dr. Shah. He not only identified a missing piece in our healthcare system, he created a complete parallel model to bridge that gap. We were able to visit a Next Health Clinic recently and were just blown away to see what true healthcare can and should be.

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This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Momentous, a leading high-performance lifestyle company making the best supplements and sports nutrition products for individuals looking to optimize all parts of their lives. Intra-session carbs are a game changer for athletes that are working hard for sustained periods. LMNT Fuel is a literal performance advantage for any endurance athlete. If you want to perform at your peak, go to livemomentous.com/TRS and use code TRS for 20% OFF your first purchase.

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Jason has been with Positive Coaching Alliance since 2006 and currently serves as President. He oversees national partnerships, fundraising, and regional operations, working with professional sports leagues and youth organizations. Previously, he held roles such as Chief Development Officer and Executive Director of PCA’s Chicago chapter. Jason began his career in sports television production and worked with the New York Knicks' Basketball Operations. He holds degrees from Syracuse University and NYU. Outside PCA, Jason teaches at Northwestern and coaches youth sports.

We are huge fans of youth sports but understand there are lots of challenges in youth coaching. We also know that with challenges, come opportunities. Positive Coaching Alliance does a masterful job of training not only coaches, but also parents and athletes to be better, more effective members of the sports system to enable everyone involved to have a positive experience.

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This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. That means lots of salt — with no sugar. Hot LMNT season is upon us! Instead of drinking coffee all day to keep warm, switch to hot LMNT. All the electrolytes you need, in the MOST festive beverage you've ever tasted. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/TRS and check it out!

This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Momentous, a leading high-performance lifestyle company making the best supplements and sports nutrition products for individuals looking to optimize all parts of their lives. As we age, we try to get Collagen on board every day. We love Momentous Collagen because it is NSF certified so we know that what we are consuming is actually what the label says. Go to livemomentous.com/TRS and use code TRS for 20% OFF your first purchase.

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Dr. Heather Sandison is the NYT bestselling author of Reversing Alzheimer’s The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health. She is a renowned naturopathic doctor specializing in neurocognitive medicine and the founder of Solcere Health Clinic, San Diego’s premier brain optimization clinic, and Marama, a residential program turning memory care into memory recovery. She has dedicated her career to supporting those suffering with dementia and is the primary author of peer reviewed research published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. She is excited to shatter common misconceptions about Alzheimer’s and share what she has learned about keeping your brain sharp at any age.

We were blown away to find out that there are experts out there working toward, not just improving, but reversing Alzheimer's. Dr. Sandison's work is absolutely fascinating and this episode is packed with actionable advice on brain health.

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This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. That means lots of salt — with no sugar. Hot LMNT season is upon us! Instead of drinking coffee all day to keep warm, switch to hot LMNT. All the electrolytes you need, in the MOST festive beverage you've ever tasted. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/TRS and check it out!

This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Momentous, a leading high-performance lifestyle company making the best supplements and sports nutrition products for individuals looking to optimize all parts of their lives. A recent study suggests that DHA can reduce Alzheimer's risk, and since our family doesn't love to eat fish, we are all in on the Momentous Omegas. If you want to protect your brain health, go to livemomentous.com/TRS and use code TRS for 20% OFF your first purchase.

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The Starretts kicked off The Ready State Podcast back in January 2018, and today we’re celebrating a milestone: Episode 150! With a brief pandemic hiatus in between, we’re marking this special episode with a look back at some incredible conversations and powerful insights that have shaped our journey. Over the years, we’ve had the honor of hosting thought leaders like Dr. Andrew Huberman on brain science, Laird Hamilton on performance and recovery, and Dr. Mary Claire Haver on demystifying menopause and women's health advocacy, among so many other inspiring figures. From groundbreaking topics in fitness and health to deep dives into resilience, mental strength, and sustainable wellness, this podcast has been a space for exploring human potential in every dimension. While we think of it as our “little podcast with a lowercase 'p',” we’re blown away to be in the top 1% of all podcasts based on downloads, and we’re endlessly grateful to our listeners and guests. Thank you for being part of the journey—whether you’re a longtime listener or joining us for the first time, we’re thrilled to bring you episode 150. Let’s keep learning, growing, and getting better, together!

For more information on the work the Starretts are doing, check out The Ready State website, and follow The Ready State and Juliet on Instagram.

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This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Momentous, a leading high-performance lifestyle company making the best supplements and sports nutrition products for individuals looking to optimize all parts of their lives. A recent study showed that stress fractures could be significantly reduced when supplementing with Vitamin D. Since most people are not getting outside enough, and not getting enough Vitamin D in their diets, we highly recommend Momentous Vitamin D. Go to livemomentous.com/TRS and use code TRS for 20% OFF your first purchase.

This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. That means lots of salt — with no sugar. Hot LMNT season is upon us! Instead of drinking coffee all day to keep warm, switch to hot LMNT. All the electrolytes you need, in the MOST festive beverage you've ever tasted. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/TRS and check it out!

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Meg Fisher is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2x Paralympian and 11x World Champion Cyclist. She earned her doctorate at the University of Washington in 2014. Meg continues to race bikes professionally, predominantly endurance gravel and mountain bike events. She is pioneering para-cycling categories in off-road events. She also runs her own physical therapy clinic in Missoula, Montana. She loves to play outside on the trails with her dog Pax.

Meg is an absolute inspiration and we were happy to support her in her latest adventure, climbing Chimborazo to raise money for ROMP, a non-profit providing high-quality prosthetic care for underserved people. From tennis to trauma, to the healing potential of sport, this episode is a must listen.

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This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. That means lots of salt — with no sugar. Hot LMNT season is upon us! Instead of drinking coffee all day to keep warm, switch to hot LMNT. All the electrolytes you need, in the MOST festive beverage you've ever tasted. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/TRS and check it out!

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Dean Stott is a former British Special Forces soldier who served in the Special Boat Service (SBS). After a career-ending parachute accident, he transitioned into the private security sector, gaining renown for handling high-risk situations, including evacuating the Canadian Embassy in Libya. He later set two world records for cycling the 14,000-mile Pan-American Highway. Dean is now a motivational speaker, security consultant, adventurer, and podcaster known for tackling extreme challenges. Dean was awarded the distinguished honor of Member of the Most Excellent Order of The British Empire (MBE) for his services to sport, humanitarian and mental health awareness. He embodies resilience and adaptability in both personal and professional pursuits.

Dean has led an amazing life and is a master storyteller. We get into his abrupt transition out of the British Special Forces, developing a new path and career based on his strengths, and working with his wife Alana, also an MBE and complete force as Dean's business partner, as well as within her own career as an author, entrepreneur, and philanthropist.

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This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. That means lots of salt — with no sugar. We are still abuzz about LMNT Sparkling now available to everyone. All the electrolytes you need, in the MOST festive beverage you've ever tasted. If you love LMNT, this is going to blow your mind. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/TRS and check it out!

This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Momentous, a leading high-performance lifestyle company making the best supplements and sports nutrition products for individuals looking to optimize all parts of their lives. Single serve Creatine packets have changed our lives. We no longer go through security with little baggies of white powder. And any time we forget to take our Creatine, we've got a packet in our backpack which eliminates all barriers to adherence. If you want to make your day foolproof, go to livemomentous.com/TRS and use code TRS for 20% OFF your first purchase.

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Chase Jarvis is an award-winning artist, entrepreneur, and Emmy-nominated director, recognized as one of the most influential photographers of the past 20 years. He has shot global campaigns for Apple, Nike, and over 100 brands, and contributed to the Pulitzer Prize-winning NYT story Snowfall. He founded several startups, including Best Camera, Apple’s App of the Year, and CreativeLive, an online learning platform serving millions of creators, acquired by Fiverr in 2021. He is following up his bestselling book, Creative Calling, with his brand new book, Never Play it Safe, out October 8th, 2024.

Chase has done so many amazing things in his career and is living proof that taking risks and never playing it safe is a model with real value. We get into Chase's career and some of the key aspects of this tactical guide to achieving the life you love. This conversation is for anyone looking to love the life you are living.

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This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Momentous, a leading high-performance lifestyle company making the best supplements and sports nutrition products for individuals looking to optimize all parts of their lives. The Starretts make sure their teen athlete starts the day fueled and ready with a healthy breakfast, Creatine, a Multivitamin, Omegas, and a Momentous Fuel in case she needs it during practice. If you want to check out this teen stack, go to livemomentous.com/TRS and use code TRS for 20% OFF your first purchase.

This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. That means lots of salt — with no sugar. We are still abuzz about LMNT Sparkling now available to everyone. All the electrolytes you need, in the MOST festive beverage you've ever tasted. If you love LMNT, this is going to blow your mind. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/TRS and check it out!

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Dr. Vonda Wright is a double-board-certified orthopedic surgeon, internationally recognized researcher, and elite team doctor specializing in optimizing performance at any age. Her pioneering research in mobility and musculoskeletal aging is transforming how we approach aging. Dr. Wright is also an expert in cutting-edge Orthobiologics, including PRP for arthritis. She has extensive experience caring for athletes of all ages and skill levels, including Division I teams, Olympic athletes, and professional ballet dancers.

Dr. Vonda is such an expert in so many areas and her background and work as an orthopedist gives her such a unique perspective on the state of the population. She has dedicated her career to treating the whole person and in particular focusing on women's health and research which is historically lacking. A must listen for raising healthy kids, aging well, and remaining active into older age.

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This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. That means lots of salt — with no sugar. We are still abuzz about LMNT Sparkling now available to everyone. All the electrolytes you need, in the MOST festive beverage you've ever tasted. If you love LMNT, this is going to blow your mind. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/TRS and check it out!

This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Momentous, a leading high-performance lifestyle company making the best supplements and sports nutrition products for individuals looking to optimize all parts of their lives. Creatine is one of the most widely researched supplements on earth and now there's even more evidence to support creatine use for concussion as well as for sleep! If you want to try it out, go to livemomentous.com/TRS and use code TRS for 20% OFF your first purchase.