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Join Brad Kearns, New York Times bestselling author and champion triathlete, Speedgolfer, and masters high jumper, in pursuing peak performance with passion throughout life. Enjoy memorable insights from leading experts on diet, fitness, peak performance, personal growth, relationships, happiness, and longevity. Brad’s “Breather” shows provide step-by-step tips you can implement right away to improve your life. Let’s explore beyond shortcuts, hacks, and crushing competition to laugh, have fun, appreciate the journey, and not take ourselves too seriously. It’s time to B.rad!

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Join Brad Kearns, New York Times bestselling author and champion triathlete, Speedgolfer, and masters high jumper, in pursuing peak performance with passion throughout life. Enjoy memorable insights from leading experts on diet, fitness, peak performance, personal growth, relationships, happiness, and longevity. Brad’s “Breather” shows provide step-by-step tips you can implement right away to improve your life. Let’s explore beyond shortcuts, hacks, and crushing competition to laugh, have fun, appreciate the journey, and not take ourselves too seriously. It’s time to B.rad!

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Episodes

Brad Kearns: How Therapeutic Cold Exposure Can Literally Reverse Aging

3/15/2024
We’re going to get really science-y in today’s episode, but thanks to my former podcast guest Dude Spellings and his brilliant interpretations of the research published by Dr. Jack Kruse on cold thermogenesis, we will be reviewing these mind-blowing insights in an easy to understand way. If you want to learn essential information about cold therapy, the science behind its benefits, and how it can actually reverse the aging process through therapeutic cold exposure by enhancing mitochondrial function (crucial to longevity, since mitochondrial dysfunction is the root cause of all disease), this is the episode for you. TIMESTAMPS: You can reverse the aging process through therapeutic cold exposure by enhancing mitochondrial function. [00:40] When water is cooled, its volume expands. When water heats up, its volume shrinks. [05:58] The faster you walk, the greater is your longevity potential. [08:16] Every year 98% of all the atoms in the human body have been exchanged. (Deepak Chopra) [14:07] The cold water forces your mitochondria to make heat and that heat shrinks the fluid inside your cell. [21:46] LINKS: Brad Kearns.comTake The (Cold) Plunge! Online CourseBrad’s Shopping pageTheColdPlunge.comCold Thermogenesis 7Ageless Body, Timeless MindB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa Bean Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Schwank Grills:Wild HealthPlunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended health&fitness products on Amazon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:26:38

Breather: Overtraining Symptoms Series - Twitchy Muscles, Skin Problems, Sore Throats

3/12/2024
In this show, we continue our discussion about symptoms of overtraining. The symptoms discussed in today’s show however, are particularly important because they are not symptoms that most people typically associate with overtraining. I’m talking about twitchy muscles, issues with your skin (acne, rashes, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, and even excessively dry skin), and the sudden appearance of a sore, scratchy throat. As you will learn in this episode, even having the slightest scratchy, sore, or dry throat is a telltale, early warning sign of something more serious—and ignoring it and continuing to train will only cause more problems. Tune into this breather show if you want to learn more about important warning signs of overtraining and the most appropriate ways to respond to these symptoms when you experience them. LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa Bean Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Schwank Grills:Wild HealthPlunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended health&fitness products on Amazon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:53

Dr. Casey Means: Good Energy, Mitochondrial Health, And How To Overcome Our Broken Medical System

3/8/2024
Get ready for a powerful, informative, and passionate show with my good friend, Dr. Casey Means! It’s been four years since our first show, and Dr. Casey is back to talk about the culmination of her life’s work—her book Good Energy: The Surprising Connection Between Metabolism and Limitless Health, which she wrote with her brother, Calley Means. In this show, Dr. Casey goes after the broken medical industrial complex, a subject that is of deep significance for her since (as she talked about in our first show) she used to be a dutiful doctor with the highest training possible who was just trying to do her best—until she realized how dysfunctional the whole system was. This was what sparked her decision to pursue a career in the alternative health world instead, and as you will hear, this issue has only become more important and personal to her since she experienced such deep frustration and pain while watching her mother die of a preventable disease. Listen to this episode if you want to learn about all the nuances of our profit-driven medical system, the science and details of how mitochondrial function essentially represents the essence of our health, why mitochondrial dysfunction represents the whole cause of all disease, the scary statistic about Americans and metabolic syndrome risk factors that shocked me, and more! Casey Means, MD is a Stanford-trained physician, Chief Medical Officer and Co-founder of metabolic health company Levels, and Associate Editor of the International Journal of Disease Reversal and Prevention. Her mission is to maximize human potential and reverse the epidemic of preventable chronic disease by empowering individuals with tech-enabled tools that can inform smart, personalized, and sustainable dietary and lifestyle choices. TIMESTAMPS: Brad introduces Dr. Casey Means, a physician who discusses some of the problems in the medical system. [01:00] There is a sense of discomfort with the trajectory that we’re going on as Americans. Much of it has to do with our food culture. [03:18] Casey uses the example of her 72-year-old mother who died even though she was considered a normal “healthy” person. [08:05] We are pointing the arrow at symptom management for what we think are all these different diseases and not looking inside the cell and treating there. [10:38] Every institution be it medical schools, pharmaceutical companies to hospitals to insurance companies makes more money when you are sick than if you are well. [15:13] “Everything in moderation” is such a common phrase. Do you want artificial pesticides in your food in moderation? Toxic substances in moderation? [25:00] We have been systemically disempowered as individuals to feel competent in understanding our own health. [31:34] Will it always pay off to eliminate processed foods or can people get away with continuing to eat the regular American diet? [35:12] What happens to the mitochondria when you consume nutrient-deficient ultra-processed food? [42:04] Most packaged frozen processed fast food contains all three kinds of processed foods, grains, sugar, seed oils. [49:06] Try to keep your blood sugar very stable in the morning to set yourself up for a successful day. [50:53] There are five food components Casey recommends that you want to make sure you include. [56:31] If you straighten up your food choices, within a couple of months you should have a decrease in metabolic disease like diabetes or pre-diabetes. [01:04:00] Why isn’t the medical community up-to-date on this whole dietary adjustment premise? [01:10:15] How do genetics come into play? [01:16:33] LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa BeanPodcast with Casey MeansGood EnergyBody by ScienceCasey Means.com/good energyInstagram for Dr. CaseyCasey Means.com Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook:...

Duration:01:22:46

Breather: Cortisol, Digestion, And Menstruation

3/5/2024
Here we go with another breather show in this series about overtraining symptoms, warning signs, and ways to take corrective action. As you can tell by the title of this show, this episode is all about the link between cortisol, digestion, and menstruation. You will learn about healthy cortisol function and why it’s essential for healthy living, symptoms of cortisol dysregulation to watch out for, how too much cortisol effects your body, the importance of regular meal times and how stress negatively impacts digestion and nutrient absorption, how overtraining and stress can alter the menstrual cycle, and more! LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa Bean Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Schwank Grills:Wild HealthPlunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended health&fitness products on Amazon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:13:59

Q&A: Optimal Sprint Duration, Genetics Of Sleep, Blue Zones Hype Vs. Truth, Brad Being Honest

3/1/2024
Great questions from listeners in this Q&A show, including the subtle and natural taste of B.rad Superfuel versus most ultra-sweet proteins, walking barefoot safely, if I can really “sprint” for 30,40,50 seconds? (no! that’s a HIIT session), are sleep requirements genetic? (yes—hear more in my show about sleep with RiseScience founder Jeff Kahn) and tips for custom designing a sensible cold therapy routine. I also talk about how Australia boasts 10% of our audience (guessing it’s probably because they love outdoor, active lifestyles), recommend blood tests for peak performers to strive for way better than today’s pathetic “normal”, and talk about if competitive mindsets are genetic or trainable (both!) and how to cultivate pure motivation as a triathlete by referencing my book, How To Improve Your (Triathlon) Time. Finally, I talk about the Blue Zones documentary—the inaccuracy of the cherry-picked and misrepresented “plant-based” attribute (Blue Zones eat well-sourced animal products), the real secret to Blue Zones longevity (such as extensive movement and strong social connections), whether or not I am completely honest about my own health and fitness journey, and if I’m willing to change my mind in regards to health information (if you’ve been listening to me for a while, you can guess this answer easily!). TIMESTAMPS: Kenny wants to share his enthusiasm for B.rad’s Whey Protein, even though at first, he thought the taste too bland. You want to be careful when reading labels. “natural flavoring” or “natural flavors” is code word for chemicals. [00:48] Are Peluvas superior to barefoot for making structural changes faster? [05:14] Aberdeen Shire Guitar Teacher asks: How long should you sprint to achieve the health benefits? A true sprint is anything that’s eight seconds or less in duration. [08:56] David Gifford works hard and really needs his sleep. How does that work with a spouse who is the opposite? [18:52] On YouTube, Red Eye asks about cold therapy sessions and the Shiver Protocol. [21:44] Alan Placencia from Australia wants input on blood tests. Getting a fasting insulin number is very important. The triglycerides to HDL ratio is also important. [25:32] Male hormone panels indicate how you compare for your age group. Unfortunately, there has been a steady decline in the average male testosterone level. {[31:30] James Hall asks to what extent do you reckon that mindset and mentality is genetic versus what is learned and trainable? [34:07] Alistair Henderson talks about Brad’s Triathlon book and about the Blue Zone, the long living peoples around the world that have an active, energetic lifestyle [36:31] Free Speech Joe commented on Apple Podcasts that he appreciates Brad’s style of honesty and flexibility. [41:24] LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad’s Whey Protein + CreatinePeluva shoesPodcast with Dr. Craig MarkerPodcast with Jay FeldmanBrad’s Take the Cold Plunge CoursePodcast with Elle RussPaleo Thyroid SolutionHow to Improve Your Triathlon Time Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Schwank Grills:Wild HealthPlunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad...

Duration:00:45:32

Breather: Overtraining Symptoms Series - Thirst, Overheating, Frequent Urination, And Sodium-Potassium Imbalance

2/27/2024
Welcome to another addition in our long series of commentary about the comprehensive signs of overreaching and overtraining. This content is inspired by the incredibly thorough look at all aspects of overtraining and remedies that is contained in the Primal Fitness Expert Certification course, and this topic is such an important one to discuss—it is so helpful and supportive to have extensive knowledge about how body works, as well as how it can fool you by over producing stress hormones and making you feel great, not sore, and full of energy so you continue to train harder and harder. As you will hear, you will always crash and burn eventually, so having an understanding the nuances of this and being able to identify the little signs that come up so you can take corrective action and back off (even if you’re feeling hyped up and energized to do more training) is an integral part of fitness and overall wellness. Tune into the episode to learn what excessive thirst often signifies, the symptoms of chronic dehydration and failure to hydrate optimally, the importance of rehydration and why merely chugging a gallon of water after a sweaty workout isn’t enough, how to ensure that your body absorbs all the fluid it needs, how you can determine when your autonomic nervous system is out of balance, and more! LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa Bean Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Schwank Grills:Wild HealthPlunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended health&fitness products on Amazon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:10:52

Dr. Judson Brandeis: Should I Go On Hormone Replacement? And Popular Protocols For Perfecting Penile Performance

2/23/2024
I am so pleased to welcome Dr. Judson Brandeis, America’s favorite urologist, back to the show for a second interview! His Brandeis MD clinic is at the absolute cutting edge of male sexual wellness and longevity technology, and we talk about some of the treatments and protocols I went through when I was at his office for our first show. In this episode, we get further into the discussion of sexual health and how sexual function is a reliable indicator for your overall vascular health (in fact, diminished sexual function is a 10-year warning for eventual cardiovascular disease risk!) and talk about blood flow, how and why certain drugs work, and GAINSwave shockwave therapy to improve penile vascular health. You will learn about the science of erections and how you get erections, how to sustain them, where drugs like Cialis and Viagra help, and where they will just be bandaids on your dysfunctional vascular system. You will also hear about the benefits of certain drugs (such as Cialis, which decreases the incidence of heart attacks and improves urinary function, and Viagra, which reduces the risk of dementia) and the importance of testosterone optimization, both naturally and through pharmaceutical intervention, for sexual health and penile performance. BrandeisMD is a national leader in technology and innovations in sexual medicine. Dr. Judson Brandeis is the National Director of Clinical Excellence for GAINSWave and created the largest study of Shockwave Therapy for ED ever, and BrandeisMD was one of the first offices in California to offer PT-141, Oxytocin, and Apomorphine for erectile dysfunction. Listen to our previous interview linked below. TIMESTAMPS: If you are keeping your muscle mass, if you’re looking good in your body composition, this correlates directly with sexual function. [00:38] What tendencies does he see in his clinic at the different ages of the patients? [02:29] Gainswave is a high frequency shock wave treatment that’s designed for penile function. As you age, you begin to clog blood vessels. [04:45] You have to optimize the blood flow to the penis. [06:49] You need an injury response for blood to the penis like damaging the muscles tissue after bicep curl. [10:37] Nitric oxide boosters are a wonderful way to decrease blood pressure. [11:40] The psychological aspect is 50 percent of the whole process of erection. If your relationship is not where you want it to be, then it is not going to work. [16:56] If you are developing erectile dysfunction, it is important to see a doctor because taking a pill is not going to fix the underlying problem. [22:40] Going into Gainswave office because of erectile problems, is not a magical cure. One has to live a healthy lifestyle. [26:59] If you are not real active, your body won’t make as much testosterone. [32:43] The downsides of replacement therapy are growth of the prostate, although it does not cause cancer, and loss of hair. [35:10] Educate yourself about testosterone. There are many people harming themselves from misuse of what they think will help them. [38:27] It is important to understand the effects of testosterone therapy. You might be telling your testes to stop making their own. What is happening to your muscles? [49:16] Adequate sleep is most important for overall health. [56:24] To summarize, what are the messages for the patients from Dr. Brandeis? [58:52] LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa BeanBrandeisMD.comGAINSWave.comB.rad Podcast Episode 466 with Dr. Judson BrandeisThe 21st Century Man Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like...

Duration:01:04:25

Breather: Are Muscle Cramps Indicative Of Overtraining?

2/20/2024
There are two main types of cramps: sudden-onset and a severe localized cramp of a specific muscle (e.g., the right calf) is more likely due to central nervous system fatigue than dehydration or electrolyte depletion. Cramps that progress from mild to severe and are bilateral (i.e., both calves or both hamstrings) are more likely due to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Listen to this episode to discover how both types of cramps are not just bad luck that day or needing another scoop of electrolyte powder, but likely associated with overly-stressful workout patterns in general! LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa Bean Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Wild HealthPlunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended health&fitness products on Amazon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:14:28

Q&A: Fueling During Endurance Exercise, Losing Fat Quickly, Calcium Scans For Athletes, Adjusting MAF Heart Rates

2/16/2024
In this Q&A, I share the story of an ultra-endurance athlete who improved their health and lowered blood pressure by adding meat to their diet, if we need to consume fat (bacon and avocado!) during ultramarathons (short answer: no!), and whether or not I recommend eating fruit and high protein every day, regardless of athletic goals? I also share the story of a couple who lost lots of excess body fat in two months by using keto and intermittent fasting and talk about the importance of looking at the big picture of heart disease risk factors and doing further testing if necessary. Finally, should longtime extreme endurance athletes consider a CAC (coronary artery calcium scan), and can fit, older athletes add five beats or more to MAF heart rate? Maybe, but as you will hear in this episode, it’s also important to be conservative with MAF. TIMESTAMPS: Joe is asking about the changes he has made in his diet and what they brought about. If he is doing marathons, ultras and Ironman, it is not a good idea to introduce fasting into his regimen as he might not be getting enough protein. [00:24] If you are concerned about weight gain, remember that protein calories are not going to add body fat. [04:18] Participation in high endurance sports, even for 25 years, can bring high blood pressure, but you can find it decreases by adding red meat into the diet. [05:19] Joe is asking Brad if he is recommending fruit and protein every day no matter where you are in your training cycle? [07:10] Remember that snacking during endurance activity is not the best time to digest foods because the blood is diverted from your digestive system into your working extremities. [09:10] Chris shares how he and his wife found amazing changes in their lives after following Brad’s information on diet. [14:13] Ideally your body measurement should look at waist to height ratio. We want the waist circumference to be less than half of your height. [17:07] Scott in Palm Springs talks about one’s heart disease risk factors. He is recommending the CAC, Coronary Artery Calcium scan, especially for long time endurance athletes. [20:04] Brian, a cyclist, is asking about adding five beats to your maximum aerobic heart rate in certain circumstances. [24:36] Fat Max is the point where you are burning the maximum number of fat calories per minute during exercise. [29:46] Brian asks about what should he do when sprinting about keeping his heart rate under or over maximum heart rate. [32:42] LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pagePrimal Endurance Mastery course (FREE bag of Whey Protein Superfuel if you sign up for the full course, just email us!)Keto Cooking for Cool DudesCarnivore Cooking for Cool DudesMaffetone.com B.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa Bean Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Wild HealthPlunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended...

Duration:00:36:23

Breather: Symptoms of Overtraining During Workouts

2/13/2024
It’s important to pay close attention at all times to symptoms of overreaching and overtraining and take corrective action immediately (this is true for both novices and competitive types), and this episode will teach you how to do this. As you will hear, the best leading indicator of overtraining is a slower MAF test performance—this is where you complete a fixed course (e.g., 8 laps of the track, or pedal 4 miles on stationary bike), holding your heart rate as close as possible to “fat max” aka aerobic maximum, and record your time. A slower time means you are out of stress-rest balance, and this is true even if you are experiencing competitive success at higher heart rates. If you want to learn how to identify and handle overtraining symptoms, this is the episode for you! LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa Bean Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Plunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended health&fitness products on Amazon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:10:43

Dr. Elisha Goldstein - Mindfulness In The Age Of Distractibility And Hyper-Connectivity

2/9/2024
I have an awesome and beautiful rebroadcast episode for you today from Dr. Elisha Goldstein—founder of the Center for Mindful Living in Los Angeles, CA, along with his wife, co-founder Stefanie. They do incredible work there and this interview was one of the best discussions I’ve had for this show—and it will stop all us distracted, multitasking, text binging, social media addicted modern humans in our tracks and rock our world! We all know the dangers and drawbacks of hyper-connectivity and distractibility, and our diminishing focus and mindfulness in hectic modern life, but we seem to be collectively shrugging our shoulders, complaining a bit here and there, and carrying on, glued to our devices. My visit with Dr. Goldstein had a deep impact on me, because he explained beautifully how our repeated use of technology gets integrated into habit. We have engaged in “intentional practice and repeated it until it becomes automatic–until it becomes habit.” We often talk about habit-forming in a positive context, but what about undesirable, stress-producing behaviors that have become habits to our detriment? We know that humans are wired to respond with a dopamine burst to novel stimulation in our environment; in primal times it was a rustling in the bushes, today it’s the ding of text message. Dr. Goldstein explains that he too loves technology and while it can improve our lives in many ways, we have to be mindful and disciplined in our use of technology. In this episode, we discuss the difficulty of transforming to a new way of being because of the powerful force of habits and Dr. Goldstein explains how we can take control and experience more happiness and peace in daily life through three simple steps. Remember, habit retraining requires repetition and endurance. Dr. Goldstein has written books like Uncovering Happiness, The NOW Effect, Mindfulness Meditation, MSBR Every Day stands for (mindfulness based stress reduction). He operates the Center for Mindful Living in Los Angeles with his wife Stefanie. They offer an awesome six-month intensive online Course in Mindful Living with expert guidance and group support. Slow down, relax, and listen carefully to this show. TIMESTAMPS: Practicing mindfulness has brought tremendous peace to many who desperately need escape from the stresses of today’s life. [00:43] We are constantly pulled in many directions. [04:36] Hyperconnectivity can become a habit and therefore hard to control. [12:17] If you stop to rest or meditate, you might be inspiring the folks around you to take a break too. [16:08] Our behaviors are contagious to other people. [19:21] Learn to take note of when your body is bracing. [24:25] It is helpful to have some disciplined activity, especially first thing in the morning. [28:35] Peeling an orange changed Dr. Goldstein’s life. [33:34] The brain is always on the lookout for issues that can cause problems. [36:04] Blame is often misdirected when we have uncomfortable emotion. [38:20] Learn to really pay attention to yourself and others. [41:50] We are addicted to stimulation. There is surprising power of waiting/boredom. Imagine if you mastered restlessness and anxiety. [46:47] When you are relaxed, you are more open to inspiration. [51:55] Learn to forgive yourself for not doing something that you had intended to do. [54:02] LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa BeanBrad’s cold plungeDr. Elisha GoldsteinMindfulness online course QUOTES: “ Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank...

Duration:01:00:19

Breather: Understand Overreaching As Adaptive, But Dangerous

2/6/2024
“Overreaching” is a popular term to describe a period of escalated training that generates fitness improvements or competitive success, but which is not sustainable over the long term. As you’ll learn during this breather show, overreaching should be best characterized as early-stage overtraining—plenty of overreaching symptoms hint at imbalance and impending doom (they can certainly feel unpleasant), yet athletes often become intoxicated by the mood-elevating, painkilling effects of excess stress hormone production and the satisfaction of better workouts and superior competitive performances. Consequently, athletes routinely ignore overreaching symptoms, so they ultimately progress into a state of full-blown overtraining/burnout. LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa Bean Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Plunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended health&fitness products on Amazon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:09:47

Brad: Forget The Diet Wars! Focus On "Perform, Recover"

2/2/2024
I have had it with the stupid diet wars, so it’s time for a rant and an episode highlighting the big picture perspective of leading a healthy, active, energetic lifestyle and the benefits of focusing on “perform, recover, perform, recover”—my new mantra, which should supercede all the arguing and nitpicking we do about the particulars of plant-based vs animal-based diets, etc. This show was inspired by my friend sending me an innocent email reporting the results of a Stanford study that’s been getting a lot of headlines lately about identical twins who were each fed a different diet for eight weeks (one vegan, one animal based). I talk about the study in this show, including who funded the study in the first place (would you be shocked to learn it was a plant-based company?!), the importance of looking beyond headlines when it comes to health, and big picture insights that will help you navigate to the healthiest, most nutritious diet, and keep you on the path to longevity and disease prevention. TIMESTAMPS: Brad is discussing the confusion over diet research and points out that maintaining your fitness, your functional muscle strength and your cardiovascular fitness is the most important intervention for longevity. [02:14] Brad’s mantra is to perform, recover, perform, recover. At the top of his nutrition list is elimination of processed foods. [09:15] There are many studies of micronutrient different foods helping you compare and contrast all the nutrient values of plant-based vs. animal-based foods. [14:13] If you consume less junk food, you will live longer. [17:11] How does one know if his energy system is out of balance? One of the main symptoms is the spare tire. [23:15] Brad has changed the routine he adapted earlier where he was delaying breakfast. If you are not in energy toxicity, your blood work is okay, you have a satisfactory body composition, and are trying to live a healthy, active, energetic life, there is no rationale to engage in fasting or restrictive eating strategies. [32:06] Fasting is stressful but there are profound autophagy benefits as well. The brain burns about 20% of all our daily calories. [37:51] Move more. Eat more. What exactly is a calorie that we are obsessing about? [46:56] When you over-exert yourself, you get yourself into big trouble by kicking in very powerful compensation forces compelling you to overeat. [53:22] Human health and life expectancy have declined since the advent of civilization. [01:04:33] Sensitive people react to plant toxins and suffer from assorted autoimmune and inflammatory responses to those. [01:05:30] Brad has mentioned before how he always made green smoothies in the morning until he realized he reacted to the toxins in the vegetables. [01:13:07] If you are not eating leafy greens, how are you getting fiber? [01:21:28] Generally speaking, you are not getting enough protein when you are on a plant-based diet. [01:23:55] When talking about red meat versus chicken, fish, pork, and other sources of animal-based proteins, you need to understand where and how those animals are raised. [01:34:30] If you want to argue about the moral aspect of consuming animals, look at the statistics of cattle versus fish, chicken, turkeys, and others animals. [01:37:54] LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa BeanTwo Meals a DayCarnivore Score Food Ranking ChartPodcast with Jay Feldman (eat less exercise more is missing the point)Podcast with Jay Feldman (hormesis)Podcast with Jay Feldman (Ditch restrictive diets)Podcast with JayFeldman (Prioritizing carb burning)Minnesota Starvation ExperimentLester Wright, 100 year oldKeto Reset DietPodcast with Dr. Cate ShanahanBurnRip Esselstyn PodcastThe Primal BlueprintIs hormesis even healthy? (Feldman)Hormesis, Part two, (Feldman)Fiber MenaceSacred CowWild Idea Buffalo.com Join Brad for...

Duration:01:43:17

Breather: The Biochemistry Of Overtraining Audio

1/30/2024
It’s important to understand how the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis works relating to the stress response, particularly how we abuse delicate fight or flight mechanisms in hectic, high stress modern life and laying overly-stressful training patterns on top of that. It’s important to understand the endorphin rush through the evolutionary biology lens of life or death repercussions, rather than get addicted to the rush and believe this is positive and healthy. When the HPA axis is abused, you have trouble getting out of bed in the morning and functioning normally, and can suffer from common chronic health problems including gut dysfunction, and adrenal and thyroid problems. LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa Bean Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Plunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended health&fitness products on Amazon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:12:45

Dr. Tommy Wood And Sensible Healthy Living Suggestions

1/26/2024
It’s time for a rebroadcast of Dr. Tommy Wood content! I can’t speak highly enough about Dr. Tommy—he gives so much sensible, easy to understand health information, is an accomplished physician, researcher, and former head of the Ancestral Physicians Society—and in this episode, you will hear sensible and practical health tips from Dr. Tommy (as well as some of the science behind them) to help you optimize your sleep, stress management, diet, and exercise habits. Enjoy the show! TIMESTAMPS: This rebroadcast is with Dr. Tommy Wood who is an expert in Ancestral health. [00:46] Dr. Tommy’s current job is in research neonatal brain injury as well as studying the fact that 80 to 90 percent of Western population has the beginnings of metabolic disease. [05:35] The majority of people are aware of the information that is out there for better health practices, but just don’t do anything about it. [07:05] It is very difficult for people to make a change even when they know the facts. How can we initiate change toward a healthier population? [10:04] What have we learned from the extreme edge of the pursuit of optimal health? [14:06] When Brad was doing keto, he was fasting and realized he still wasn’t as fit as he wanted to be. Tommy’s advise was to eat more food. [17:59] Caloric restriction does work in terms of longevity and across multiple species, but it is not universal. [24:23] If you are struggling to reduce excess body fat, advice is to get metabolically healthy first before restricting carbohydrates. [29:55] Do EMFs have a biological effect on our mitochondria? [32:20] Cell phone in your pocket lowers sperm count. [35:30] How does a person get motivated? [37:52] After a serious bite injury from a venomous snake, Tommy’s recovery took a long time. Months passed before he could get back to his fitness regimen. [39:34] When people take supplements in hopes of enhancing longevity, how do they know if it is making a difference? What do the blood tests really say? [46:09] About 80 percent of people in the US have at least one of the markers of metabolic syndrome. Testosterone levels vary with age and health issues. [52:32] The Carnivore premise makes a lot of sense but there are some questions that arise. [59:20] We have built an environment that completely removes our ability to adapt. [01:04:08] If you have no autoimmune or inflammatory conditions and want to optimize longevity, what kind of foods should you be looking for? [01:10:04] There is no right answer as to the diet. Everyone is different and basically the scientists cannot tell you. Just get off the junk food. [01:16:30] Eat food that looks like food. [01:25:05] LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa BeanFatty Popcorn Boy SagaNourish Balance ThriveDr. Tommy WoodDr. Ragnar (Twitter) Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Plunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great...

Duration:01:27:03

Breather: Cultivate Intuition To Prevent Overtraining

1/23/2024
In this episode, you will hear some big picture insights about overreaching and overtraining. You will learn about the various symptoms of overtraining so you can become more aware and able to take corrective actions when these symptoms appear, why it is so essential to learn how to cultivate an intuitive approach to training and why intuitive training can often lead to breakthrough workout experiences, and the benefits of utilizing visualization techniques. LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa Bean Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Plunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended health&fitness products on Amazon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:39

Brad Kearns: Brad's Blood Test Recommendations For Males Aging Gracefully

1/19/2024
In this episode, I share my recommendations for blood testing for health, disease screening, and peak performance with particular relevance to fitness-minded males who want to age gracefully. Unfortunately, typical screening is just scratching the surface and there are many flawed and dated misconceptions about mainstream medical system blood screening and disease risk factors, so I wanted to talk about which tests I recommend, counter some of the misconceptions and misinterpretations about this topic, and share commentary from highly respected ancestral health leaders like Dr. Cate Shanahan, Dr. Ron Sinha, Dr. Peter Attia, Dr. Paul Saladino, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, and Dr. Layne Norton. After listening to this show, you will come away with a better understanding of your test results and also with an understanding of how you can take more control of your blood testing. One way to accomplish this is by ordering tests directly and getting results via the Internet—I have done this myself for many years by testing my male hormone profiles frequently and tracking the results against my lifestyle practices (hint: overtraining tanks testosterone). Enjoy this episode, and feel free to share it with any cardiologist so he she can reply ‘who dis clown?’” TIMESTAMPS: Brad has done much research on blood tests. His knowledge and personal experience, brings solid information we all should be aware of. [00:45] The blood test results you typically get from your doctor don’t go very far. [01:51] Any talk of your “good cholesterol is good” and your “bad cholesterol is bad”, is coming from someone who is 40 or 50 years behind the emerging research. [03:39] The triglycerides to HDL ratio is the single most important marker for heart disease. [05:31] There are some things to analyze on your own blood report. Ask for fasting blood insulin. And test your body composition for free. [12:14] As you age, it is important to focus on the sex hormone panels. Testosterone is an extremely important hormone. [19:20] Vitamin D technically is a hormone rather than a vitamin. It is important for cancer prevention. Learn about proper sun exposure. [27:04] Some other important tests are hemoglobin, hematocrit, and iron. High blood viscosity is a red flag. [33:30] Fasting glucose and HB A1C levels can predict what your blood sugar is like. [37:19] A quick analysis of your waistline is to look at the waist to height ratio. The waist in inches should be half of the height in inches. [41:20] Colonoscopy and mammograms are important but you need to beware about false positives and the stress they cause. Insist on thorough EKG. [43:20] Blood pressure is something you can monitor at home. There are many causes of high unhealthy blood pressure that can be handled by changes you can make. [48:12] In summary, stay on top of your blood readings, especially if you are an active athlete. Testosterone is especially important as you age. [49:30] Brad talks about handling illnesses naturally rather than depending on prescription medications which mask the symptoms you are experiencing. [50:28] LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa BeanDr. Ron SinhaDr. Cate ShanahanDr. Peter AttiaDr. Thomas DayspringDr. Paul SaladinoThe Primal BlueprintOutliveForever StrongDr. Layne NortonDon’t Worry About Bad CholesterolTruth About Dietary CholesterolAshley Merryman PodcastUltralabtest.comThe Vitamin D SolutionHigh Intensity HealthBlood Viscosity YouTubeNutrisenseLevelsPrimal PrescriptionPodcast with Dr. KrausePaleo Thyroid SolutionPrimal Blueprint 90-Day Journal Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share...

Duration:01:02:38

Breather: The Health And Performance Risks Of Overtraining

1/16/2024
It may not be everyone’s favorite subject, but we’ve got to talk about overtraining because of how important it is to have a heightened awareness and pay constant attention to your stress/rest balance—otherwise you will make the same, all too common mistakes most people do and will plunge into the spirals of overreaching, overtraining, and full-blown burnout. An overly stressful approach unfortunately can and will compromise the many benefits of leading an active, energetic, fit lifestyle, and this is true even when the exerciser feels strong and energetic and makes quantifiable progress with fitness goals. Understanding the delicate nuances of the fight-or-flight response to exercise can help prevent overexertion in the first place. Gaining a complete understanding of the symptoms and imbalances associated with the temporary state of overreaching (the predecessor to overtraining) and full-blown overtraining can help coaches and athletes navigate these treacherous waters with aplomb. More shows ahead with details about this important topic! LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa Bean Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Plunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended health&fitness products on Amazon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:07:46

Ato Boldon: The Journey From World Champion Sprinter To World Champion Broadcaster

1/12/2024
I am so excited to introduce a unique and super interesting, lively, talkative guest—Ato Boldon! Track & Field fans will recognize Ato since he is one of the fastest humans of all time who competed in the Olympics back in the ‘90s representing Trinidad and Tobago (he also has eight global medals). After retiring from elite competition, Ato transitioned into an amazing and lengthy career in the broadcast booth and he has worked as the lead broadcaster for NBC Track & Field for 17 years. I am not kidding when I say I consider him to be the single best commentator in the world in any sport, and it was actually because of a Track & Field event I attended (the Diamond League Finals in Eugene, Oregon) that I was able to connect with Ato since I happened to bump into him on my flight! Thanks to that event, I was able to connect with him and interview him about his life and career: growing up in Trinidad and Tobago and later, New York and California, how he never lost a single race to another collegiate athlete, the injury and car accident that cut his athletic career short and how he transitioned into his second, still fulfilling career, the preparation and focus that goes into being a great broadcaster, coaching elite athletes and NFL players, and more! TIMESTAMPS: Even if you are not a track and field fan, you will enjoy Ato Boldon, one of the world’s most accomplished athlete and sports broadcaster. [00:45] Ato has an interesting story to tell about his rise into the sport. [04:07] Some young athletes do not start out with the natural talent or physical features necessary to become champions. [08:34] It is difficult to know or see what potential there is in a young athlete. [12:24] Ato’s formative years as an athlete were in the US. What would his story have been had he stayed in the Caribbean competing with those runners? [16:38] It is difficult to be a professional in the sport of track and field. The competition with the world’s best is important, even more so than the color of the medal. [20:41] Sports is about overcoming what life throws at us. [26:47] How do the athletes’ times from a generation ago compare with today’s? Shoe technology has much to do with the new records. [30:20] Usain Bolt has a reputation of being lazy in training rather than wisely resting more. What are Ato’s thoughts about Usain? [34:18] Seven Steps, Drive Phase, are examples of coaching on running form in 1995. [39:07] Ato’s career took a sudden turn after injuries sustained in an auto accident. He talks about learning to be a broadcaster. [41:32] What does the future schedule look like for Ato? [58:34] LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa BeanAto BoldonAto InstagramAto X (Twitter) Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Plunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended health&fitness products on...

Duration:01:02:24

Breather: Lion Martinez - The World's Fastest Masters Sprinter

1/9/2024
Listeners, you know how much I love to talk about sprinting and recommend adding sprinting (truly explosive, all-out, maximum efforts) to your training regimen for all the wonderful health, fitness, and longevity benefits that accrue—which is why it was such an extreme privilege to welcome Lion Martinez to the show. Lion happens to be the fastest human who has ever lived over the age of 45 and he has broken more than a few world records (such as a 10.72 world record in the masters 100 meters championship in 2023). He is dominating the sport right now, and also coaches a group of master sprinters and young, elite sprinters near his base in Stockholm, Sweden. Every person in his group has set personal best in successive years—not a surprise when you learn about his very scientific, methodical approach to sprint training. The episode with Lion gets a little technical at times as we discussed some of the science of the energy systems and the parameters of training and recovery, but he did a wonderful job explaining this in a way everyone can understand, and all athletes and fitness enthusiasts will get a lot of value out of hearing some of these important principles—especially how to integrate explosive, high intensity workouts into your training regimen, and most especially, how to do them correctly so you don’t pull a hamstring or get injured! LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pageB.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa Bean Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @brad.kearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: PeluvaMito Red Light: GAINSWave:Plunge:Cold Plunge online course!B.rad Whey + Creatine SuperfuelOnline educational courses:Primal Fitness Expert CertificationMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Brad's Favorites on Amazon I have a newly organized shopping experience at BradKearns.com/Shop. Visit here and you can navigate to my B.rad Nutrition products (for direct order or Amazon order), my library of online multimedia educational courses, great discounts from my affiliate favorites, and my recommended health&fitness products on Amazon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:07:43