Best Jason Leydon Podcasts (2025)

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CAP 263 Building Mental Toughness in Athletes | 19 June 2025 32:31

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Summary In this episode of the Conquer Athlete Podcast, hosts Ryan Bucciantini and Jason Leydon discuss various themes surrounding fitness, mental resilience, and the importance of mindset in athletic performance. They share personal anecdotes from their experiences in the fitness community, including the origins of the D-BAP philosophy, which emph…

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CAP 262: The Journey of a Coach, from Apprentice to Master 30:29

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Summary In this episode of the Conquer Athlete Podcast, Ryan Bucciantini and Jason Leydon discuss their recent experiences in mentorship and coaching. They explore the importance of continuous learning and the various stages of development that coaches go through. The conversation delves into the challenges posed by the information age, emphasizing…

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CAP 261: Lesha Vozobule & The Art of Coaching & Connecting with Individuals 32:14

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Takeaways Conflict is a necessary part of communication and growth. Human connection is vital in coaching and fitness. Group training allows for interpersonal connections and community building. Individualized coaching enhances the group training experience. Empathy and care are essential in coaching. Creating a welcoming environment is crucial for…

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CAP 260 | Rich Froning on CrossFit, Coaching, and Community | 22 May 2025 52:09

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Summary In this conversation, Jason Leydon and Rich Froning discuss their shared experiences in coaching youth sports, the challenges facing the CrossFit community, and the importance of maintaining a strong connection within that community. They reflect on their past, the evolution of coaching styles, and the current state of CrossFit, emphasizing…

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CAP 259 | From Injury to Performance: Tudor's Story | 15 May 2025 24:19

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Summary In this episode of the Conqueror Athlete podcast, hosts Ryan Bucciantini and Jason Leydon discuss the journey of rebuilding confidence after injury, particularly focusing on athlete Tudor's recovery from elbow surgery. They explore the importance of mental resilience, effective training methodologies, and the significance of monitoring and …

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CAP 258 | The Difference Between Good & Great Coaches | 8 May 2025 21:59

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Summary In this episode of the Conquer Athlete Podcast, hosts Ryan Bucciantini and Jason Leydon discuss the nuances of coaching, particularly focusing on the elusive 'final 10%' that separates good coaches from great ones. They explore the importance of building habits, fostering belief, and developing resilience in athletes. The conversation delve…

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CAP257 How to Peak Athletes | 24 April 2025 31:59

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Summary In this episode of the Conquer Athlete Podcast, hosts Ryan Bucciantini and Jay Leydon discuss the concept of micro peaking in athletics, particularly in CrossFit. They explore the challenges athletes face when trying to peak for multiple competitions throughout the year, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning, recovery, and mental…

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CAPC 256: Training for Longevity: Key Principles | April 17, 2025 31:16

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Summary In this episode of the Conquer podcast, hosts Ryan Bucciantini and Jason Leydon discuss the principles of training for longevity, the challenges within the CrossFit community, and the evolution of athlete connections. They explore the importance of understanding personal definitions of longevity, the risks versus rewards of training intensi…

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CAPC255 Managing Athletes in Different Phases of Training | Apr 10, 2025 40:16

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SUMMARY In this episode of the Conquer Podcast, hosts Ryan Bucciantini and Jason Leydon discuss the journey of athletes transitioning from competitive sports to lifestyle fitness. They explore the emotional challenges faced by athletes, the importance of building a strong foundation beyond sports, and the need for fulfillment in training. The conve…

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CAPC254 - Deconstructing Fitness with James Fitzgerald 58:54

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James Fitzgerald was the first man ever to win the CrossFit Games. He went on to build the fitness empire: OPEX. Today James is sharing some very interesting and possibly polarizing opinions and suggestions around what fitness and the fitness industry are doing and what is actually necessary. We encourage you to give this a listen and let your thou…

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CAPC253 - Building a Semi-Finals Athlete 35:43

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If you are wondering how to program and progress yourself or your athlete to the Semi-Finals, this podcast is for you. Listen in as Coach Jason, Tommie, and Jared break down this process from the first interaction with your athlete through the training process and into competition. www.conquerathlete.com…

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CAPC252 - How to Progress an Athlete 32:40

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Ensuring that your athlete is making progress is one of the primary goals of any coach. But how do you do that? And how do you do it for multiple types of athletes? Coach Jay and coach Tommie break down what they do with two very different types of athletes that they work with to keep them moving towards their goals of being the best athlete for th…

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CAPC251 - The Art of Being Uncomfortable 24:56

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When it comes to programming for competitive athletes, how much physical stress is too much? Coach Jason and coach Tommie talk about how to navigate this slippery slope in order to get the optimal physical adaptation from an athlete while balancing the mental side of being uncomfortable. https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

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CAPC250 - How to Coach a CrossFit Team 34:32

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When it comes to coaching athletes, there is a significant difference between coaching an individual and a team. Understanding who plays which role on a team, the personal dynamics, and how to be as efficient as possible when navigating a workout together. There is so much that it really does take a different type of coach to be successful with a t…

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CAPC249 - Volume and CrossFit 42:49

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How do you add volume into your training for competitive CrossFit? How long does it take to accomplish this task? And how much is too much Volume? These are questions that are glossed over by far too many coaches, just assuming that more is better. Listen in as coach Jason and Tommie chat about this very important subject surrounding programming fo…

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Athlete Spotlight #9 - Nicki Torreggianni 54:53

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Nicki was a 2023 CrossFit Games team athlete, and is a rising star in the sport for sure. She is just continually making improvements and we are so excited to help her along in that process and watch it all unfold. https://www.conquerathlete.com/

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CAPC248 - No Rep 40:38

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With the Quarterfinals behind us, and the Semi's ahead, Coach Jay and Tommie are taking a moment to discuss the situation with the number of penalties that have been handed out to top athletes throughout the online video review process of the Quarterfinals. Is it fair? Are their better ways to execute the online qualifyer? https://www.conquerathlet…

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Athlete Spotlight #8 - Amy Morton 37:24

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Amy Morton has competed twice at the CrossFit Games, once in 2017 as part of a team, and most recently as a Individual Masters Athlete in the 35-39 age division. Listen in as we get to know Amy a bit better. https://www.conquerathlete.com/

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CAPC247 - Recapping Quarterfinals 37:39

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The Quarterfinals are almost a wrap! The teams have gone, and the individuals are up this week. Listen in as Coach Jay and Tommie talk about all things Quarterfinals. AND a bonus conversation at the end of the episode about Mat Fraser and Dave Castro. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/

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Athlete Spotlight #7 - Mike Cerbus 56:31

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Mike is a lifelong weightlifter who was a part of the US National Team before making his way into the coaching world. These days he is the head weightlifting coach for Power Monkey Fitness and leads seminars all over the world. Sit back and get to know Mike a bit better. https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

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CAPC246 - Quarterfinal Predictions 26:25

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Quarterfinals are almost here, and we are talking this opportunity to offer up some predictions around what we think will most likely be seen at this stage of the CrossFit season. We also go down a few rabbit holes around some CrossFit athletes that you may find entertaining. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

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CAPC244 - What is CrossFit 35:12

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When it comes to the Sport of Fitness, what is more important: Muscular Endurance, or Aerobic Capacity? This is the over arching question that Coach Jay and Coach Tommy discuss throughout this episode. They give their insights and arguments, as well as comparing top athletes with strengths in each area. This was a fun one, we hope you enjoy it as m…

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CAPC244 - Peaking for Quarterfinals 28:21

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Now that the CrossFit Open is all wrapped up, we are looking forward towards Quarterfinals. Today we discuss how to properly peak your athletes for the next stage in the season. Understanding that there are a lot of varying abilities among athletes in the quarterfinals, we address the peaking process from the perspective of an athlete "on the bubbl…

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CAPC243 - Incorporating More Volume into CrossFit Training 34:26

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How much is too much? This is a common question within the sport of CrossFit. Finding that balance between properly preparing for competition and adequately recovering from session to session is absolutely critical. Listen in as Coach Jay and Coach Tommie talk about how they feather in volume to their conquer athlete programs. https://www.conquerat…

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CAPC242 - Dr Mike T Nelson: Psychedelics 1:01:01

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Today we have return guest: Dr. Mike T Nelson. Dr. Nelson gives us some insight on the therapeutic uses of various psychedelic compounds, primarily; psilocybin, DMT, and MDMA. We discuss the various possible uses, benefits, and cautions for each, and what they are being used to treat in therapeutic settings. This is a fascinating field of research …

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Conquer Athlete Spotlight #6 - Ryan Buchiantini 53:04

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This weeks Spotlight is actually going to shine on one of our own coaches! Coach Ryan Buchiantini has been a part of the team for a while now, and we felt it was high time that you all learn more about him and his wealth of knowledge when it comes to the art of coaching athletes. So sit back and enjoy.…

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CAPC241 - Gaining a Competitive Advantage 34:08

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There are a lot of topics covered on today's show. But the one that you will most likely be interested in is, how can you gain a competitive advantage within the sport of fitness. Coach Jay and coach Tommie take you through all of the finer points here. Get ready to take some notes. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

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CAPC240 - Q&A with Jason Leydon 35:54

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Today's show was a fun one. We decided to answer a number of questions that were sent in over the last few weeks from clients, followers, and other coaches. We specifically answer questions surrounding ideas around how to effectively add things like volume and intensity into an individual clients program, as well as how to connect with and get buy-…

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CAPC239 - How to Crush The CrossFit Quarter Finals 15:50

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With the CrossFit Open right around the corner, we thought it was the perfect time to share some insight into how to prep your athletes, not only for the Open, but also for those who have a shot at moving on to Quarter Finals next. More importantly, for those athletes, how do you prep for the Open BUT still PEAK for the Quarter Finals. Coach Jay wa…

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Conquer Athlete Spotlight #5 49:20

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Margaux is a multi-time CrossFit Games Athlete, as well as a Titan Games Competitor, she is officially a sponsored GoRuck, Rogue Fitness, and Yeti Athlete. And to top it all off, she is the owner of her own wine company. She is one of the more interesting woman that we know, and is always up to something new. We loved taking some time to chat with …

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CAPC238 - Don't Sabotage Your Program 35:13

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Today we take about ways that you, or your coach, could be unintentionally sabotaging your program and robbing you of your hard earned gains. We take about the programs themselves, nutrition, recovery, and all the things. Grab your notepad, sit back, and listen. https://www.conquerathlete.com/

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CAPC237 - Coaching at Competitions 33:22

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Today Coach Jay and Tommy discuss the nuances of what its like to coach at a competition. Coaching at a competition is much different than coaching in the gym or remotely, and the guys discuss these differences as well as the benefits and things that can be learned in this situation. This was a fun recording with a few tangents as well that we thin…

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CAPC236 - Paul Spada 49:13

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Paul Spada is one of the best Collegiate Strength and Conditioning coaches out there. His knowledge of his craft is undeniable, but it is the level of passion for what he does that really separates him from the pack and helps him to connect with his athletes and get them to their absolute best. https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

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Conquer Athlete Spotlight #4 44:00

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Today we welcome on the show the most recent 60-64 CrossFit Games Master's Mens Champion, Stu Swanson. Sit back and enjoy this conversation between Tommy and the Champ.

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CAPC235 - How to Compete 37:11

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Today's episode is a discussion between Jay and Tommy centered around competition. How to compete, and how to compete well. Obviously there is the physical side of preparing for a competition, which we discuss on so many of our episodes. Today, however, we lean into the mental and psychological side of what it takes to compete well, and how the coa…

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CAPC234 - Building Movement Capacity 43:44

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Want to get better at CrossFit?! One of the most fundamental things that you will need is the ability to not tire so quickly. So how does one accomplish such a thing? Coach Jay, and coach Tommy talk all about how to do just that on todays episode. Sit back, grab a notepad, and turn the volume up! https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

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CAPC233 - Where Coaches Go Wrong 34:07

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Today, Coach Jay and Coach Tommy take some time to talk about common areas where coaches tend to fall short. Not just in coaching their athletes, but in programming for them as well. Often times the fix can be accomplished by actually doing less! Jay and Tommy outline these common areas, and what you can do to improve your ability to connect with, …

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CAPC232 - Building Stronger Minds 46:58

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When it comes to performance in the gym, it is not just about training the muscles and the movements. You have to train your mental game too. Today's episode is all about how to set yourself up mentally to be more successful in the gym. Coach Jay and coach Tommie outline some actionable steps that you can take as a coach to help facilitate a shift …

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CAPC231 - The New CrossFit Season 24:16

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Today we talk about some of the changes that we are noticing within the programming of CrossFit competitions and what that means for athletes going into the CrossFit open with hopes of qualifying for Quarter Finals and Semi-Finals. Where should athletes be placing their focus when it comes to training and preparing for the Open? All of this is disc…

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CAPC230 - Reading a VO2Max Test 41:19

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Today's episode is a discussion around the practical application of VO2Max test results in programming. This is an incredibly valuable test when it comes to understanding the limitations of an athlete with regard to energy systems. If you know how to interpret the results of a VO2Max test, then you are able to very specifically manipulate an athlet…

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CAPC229 - Coaches Round Table #51 18:06

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At Conquer Athlete, we are constantly re-evaluating our best practices and looking for every opportunity to improve out services. Which is why on today's podcast, we are discussing some of the details surrounding a new methodology when it comes to the art of programming for the competitive athlete. Coach Jay takes us on a short but densely packed e…

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CAPC228 - Coaches Round Table #50 47:08

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We decided to take a deep dive into one of the 10 fatigue limiters that we think is so important. Today we are addressing: Complementary Fatigue. What it is, where it comes from, and how to address it. This is a big one for the coaches out there, because if you are not paying attention, you can create issues with complementary fatigue within your p…

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CAPC227 - Coaches Round Table #49 31:07

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Coach Jay, Tommie, and Chris sit down in this episode to discuss what they feel are some of the most misunderstood concepts within the functional fitness space when it comes to effectively programming. Not only to they identify these areas, but they take some time to provide some guidance surrounding how to actually utilize these methods in an effe…

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CAPC226 - Coaches Round Table #48 16:32

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Coach Jay shares some insights on today episode specifically around where and how various forms of fatigue come into play when training in the sport of CrossFit. Jay not only breaks down the 10 fatigue limiters, but he also provides some guidance regarding how to handle and program effectively around them. Enjoy https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

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CAPC225 - Kelly Starrett 1:08:54

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Today's episode is actually a republication of our second episode over. We are re-sharing this episode because it is one of our favorites, and it is packed full of incredible insight by one the legends in the fitness space, who we have been looking up to since the beginning...Kelly Starrett. Even if you have been with us from the start and have hea…

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CAPC224 - Coaches Round Table #47 32:38

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Today's episode is a spin off of a recent Morning Chalk-Up article where they asked: "Is CrossFit Dead". Without spoiling much of the episode here, let's just say that Coach Jay and Coach Tommie provide their opinions with rationale on that very question. So sit, back and enjoy! And of course, let us know your thoughts on this topic as well. https:…

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CAPC223 - Coaches Round Table #46 27:03

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Now that CrossFit has announced the new home of the 2024 Games will be Fort Worth Texas, we decided to share our thoughts on the move. We discuss what we think the positives will be with this new location, as well as what some of the challenges may look like. Overall though, we will say that this looks like a promising new location to test the Fitt…

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CAPC222 - Coaches Round Table #45 43:12

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Today's episode is more of a freeform conversation between coach Jason and coach Tommie, where they go down a few different rabbit holes surrounding topics like: Performance Enhancers, different expert minds in the fitness space that we refer to for information, and various ways we can seek out to continue to challenge ourselves and grow as we age.…

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CAPC221 - Jaime Schehr 48:44

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Dr. Jaime Schehr is a nationally recognized expert in integrative medicine and nutrition, and holds duel licenses as a Naturopathic Physician and Registered Dietitian. In our discussion with Jaime on this episode, we specifically focus on the subject of longevity, what that means, and what practical steps you can do to start moving the needle in th…

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CAPC220 - Mike T Nelson Volume 2 39:54

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Dr. Mike Nelson is a human performance specialist, with a PhD in Exercise Physiology and a MS in Biomechanics. He works with athletes and professionals at all levels to optimize training and nutrition to get the most out of their performance. On today's episode, we specifically target the various fitness fads and crazes being proliferated on social…