Leaders in Sport

How would you describe a powerful leader? What qualities must a transformational leader have? We all have that one leader we look up to and want to emulate. The people at Design for Sport seem to have found the best leader they could ask for in Jordan Bokser. If you don't know Jordan that well, this is your opportunity to understand who he really is and how he became the person he is now. So listen up as Nutrition and Performance Coach Jill Lane leads the conversation and shines the spotlight on Jordan in today's episode of Leaders in Sport. More about Jordan: Jordan Bokser started his practice from the necessary work he did for himself. He wanted to give others the support he needed to overcome his difficulties and find happiness and success. Jordan's approach is holistic, considering all aspects of human life: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and even financial. He feels that true happiness comes from the whole person, not just the parts. That's why he doesn't just help with the surface issues but delves deeper into each person's unique situation. Jordan's ultimate goal is to help clients achieve true happiness and success in their lives. Connect with Jill Lane Website: https://www.jilllane.com/ Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport - https://www.instagram.com/designsforsport/ Website: www.designsforsport.com - https://designsforsport.com/ Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser - https://www.instagram.com/jordan.bokser/

Today, we’re joined by Joey Bergles, a seasoned Strength and Conditioning Coach. The Director of Strength & Conditioning at JJ Pearce High School in Richardson, TX, with a passion for true long-term athletic development. He offers in-person training in Dallas, Texas, and provides remote coaching, programming, and consulting to athletes, parents, and coaches worldwide. Tune into today’s episode to learn what it takes to develop high achievers and design a training program for true long-term athletic development. More about Joey: Joey is known for long-term athletic development in youth athletes, maintaining joint integrity, and overall health, and increasing athletic potential. Joey Bergles has experience at Texas Tech, Utah State University, Lindenwood University, Webber International University, and Viterbo University. Throughout his career, he has worked with both male and female athletes from a wide array of sports, ranging from middle and high school, to collegiate and professional. Connect with Joey Bergles Instagram: @joeybergles - https://www.instagram.com/joeybergles/ Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport - https://www.instagram.com/designsforsport/ Website: www.designsforsport.com - https://designsforsport.com/ Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser - https://www.instagram.com/jordan.bokser/

Today we’re joined by Thomas Mauriello, a power-lifting athlete and coach who has a broken back to thank for his success. Founder and head coach of Frontier Performance, Tom helps athletes unlock their full potential with structured training and nutrition. Tune into today’s episode for Tom’s eureka moment when he realized his passion for sports performance and his journey getting to where he is today. More about Tom: After breaking his back in 2012, Tom lost his ability to do what he loves: train hard and play sports. The rabbit hole of dealing with complacent doctors left him hopeless. His refusal to accept this as an answer led him to a sports medicine doctor that changed everything. After extensive rehab, Tom was able to return to what he loved, now with a newfound appreciation for health and wellness. This passion is the reason for Frontier Performance. His coaching business allows him to teach athletes their ultimate potential, both inside and outside of the weight room. Connect with Tom Instagram: @nostra_thomas_ and @frontier_performance Website: www.frontierperformancellc.com Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

Roger Nahas is a lifelong entrepreneur, a 23-year fitness industry veteran, a real estate investor, and a real estate agent. He escaped the rat race of the fitness industry, and today, he’s sharing how you can too! Tune into today’s episode to dive into all things finance. He talks about investing in your future, how to enter the real estate market if you feel like it’s impossible and how to craft your exit plan as a coach. More about Roger: Roger’s fitness journey started in 1999 when he entered and won the Body For Life Transformation Challenge. After completely transforming his own body with exercise and nutrition, and seeing how it impacted all other aspects of his life, he committed to helping others achieve the same kind of transformations. First as a Personal Trainer and Holistic Lifestyle Coach and then as the co-creator and co-founder of Best Body Bootcamp, which was named Canada’s 15th fastest-growing company in 2010. Most recently, Roger has become an investor focused Real Estate Agent and the founder and creator of the Modern Day Gladiator Blueprint, a coaching program empowering driven men to build strong, athletic, functional bodies, become better husbands, fathers and leaders, create financial freedom, and live a life of connection and purpose. Connect with Roger Instagram: @rogernahas Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

Today, we’re joined by Sam Davis, with over 10 years of experience in the fitness industry. Her career has seen many pivots. She now specializes in high ticket coaching, building online communities, and breaking free from the hourly rate. In today’s episode, Sam reveals how she would start building a community in 2023 from zero. Tune in to learn more about the pivotal points in her career and how she’s been able to level up! More about Sam: Sam Davis is a 10-year fitness industry veteran who specializes in building 1:1 high-ticket coaching platforms, communities, and affiliate systems. She consults for gyms and supplement companies, as well as personal trainers & fitness coaches in the online space, and is also the founder of Powerfully Fit Training and host of the Tequila Talks Podcast. Connect with Sam Instagram: @samdavissofficial and @powerfullyfittraining Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

Today, we’re joined by Akshay Nanavati, AKA Fearvana. Ex-marine and recovered alcoholic gave his life a new purpose by facing his fears head-on. In the process, he learned how to harness fear and use it as a driver to achieve an incredible life. Tune in today to learn how to leverage fear and use it to create the life of your dreams. This episode is for athletes, entrepreneurs, coaches, and everyone in between. The skill of harnessing and leveraging fear is useful for everybody. More about Akshay AKA Fearvana: Akshay Nanavati is a Marine Corps Veteran, adventurer, entrepreneur, and author of Fearvana, endorsed by the Dalai Lama. Since overcoming depression, PTSD, and alcoholism that pushed him to the brink of suicide after serving on the frontlines during the war in Iraq, he has run ultramarathons, spent 10 days in darkness, explored the most hostile environments on the planet, from mountains to caves to polar icecaps, and is currently training for a solo, 110-day, 1700-mile crossing of Antarctica. Connect with Akshay Instagram: @fearvana Website: http://greatsoulcrossing.com/ Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

Josh Sutchar, Co-Founder of TrainHeroic and ex-NCAA football player, joins us today. We’re grateful to connect with people like Josh with a shared vision of elevating the health & fitness industry. Tune in to today’s episode of Leaders in Sport to learn more about the TrainHeroic story and their vision for the future. Josh talks about his athletic career, how he came to understand the importance of strength & conditioning, and the hole he & his business partner saw in the market for TrainHeroic. More about Josh: As Co-founder of TrainHeroic, Josh has been on a mission to make an impact and elevate the lives of coaches since 2011. Prior to TrainHeroic, Josh played football at the University of San Diego and was lucky enough to be coached by strength coach Shannon Turley (Stanford) and Stephane Rochet (US Navy.) There, he quickly realized how impactful strength and conditioning were on human and athletic development. Today, Josh leads TrainHeroic’s Sales Team, learns from TrainHeroic’s internal team, coaches, and customers, and does his best to train like he’s still playing ball. He’s been waiting patiently since 2009 for the phone to ring with the NFL commissioner announcing he’s been drafted, and we just don’t have the heart to tell him to give it up. Connect with Josh Instagram: @trainheroicjosh and @trainheroic Website: https://www.trainheroic.com/customer-success/ Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

Steve Englehart brings 19 years of D1 strength & conditioning experience to today’s episode. Now the Director of Strength Conditioning at the University of Colorado, he knows what it takes to lead a team and successfully run a top-tier program. Tune in to talk shop, true leadership, how to stand out as an individual in an S&C program, recovery hacks for travel, and much more. More about Steve: Steve Englehart is the Director of Strength Conditioning at the University of Colorado, with over 19 years of Division 1 S&C experience. He oversees the Olympic department and the men's basketball program, no small feat. Prior to his stint at the University of Colorado, Steve worked at Southern Methodist University, Portland State University, and the University of Hawaii. He earned a Master's in Kinesiology and Rehabilitation from the University of Hawaii. Originally from Abita Springs, Louisiana, he grew up in a close-knit family of five siblings, which also includes his twin brother, Chad. He is a family man, prioritizing his life at home with his wife Laura and their three children; Braylon, Coco, and Nola. Connect with Steve Instagram: @snc_twinpower Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

Melissa opens up about her life-altering diagnosis and how it changed her life FOR THE BETTER. In today’s episode, she shares her transition from a paramedic to a holistic practitioner obsessed with root cause healing. Now a Sports Nutrition Specialist at Designs for Sport, Melissa helps coaches and athletes all over rewire their behavior to achieve optimal health and, in turn, optimal performance. Tune into today’s episode to dive into behavior change, motivational interviewing, and the missing gaps that are keeping you from getting results with your clients. More about Melissa: Melissa is a Sports Nutrition Specialist for Designs For Sport, where she works with Strength and Conditioning coaches and athletes around the world, providing continuing education, business development, and NSF Sport Certified supplements. Melissa has been a part of the health and fitness industry for over a decade, beginning her career in Emergency Medicine as a Paramedic in Ontario, Canada. After years of caring for patients affected with chronic disease due to poor nutrition and lifestyle choices, she shifted her focus to preventive health care. Melissa owns a successful private nutrition practice, has spoken internationally at conferences for major sports associations, and is an instructor at The Canadian School of Natural Nutrition and the Designs for Sport Academy. Connect with Melissa Instagram: @make_shifts_happen Email: mieraci@designsforsport.com Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

This one’s for entrepreneurs. Andrew’s learned from every heavy hitter in our industry. Preston Greene, David Lawrence, and Ben Prentiss, to name a few. Along the way, he’s watched more than 5 commercial leases slip through the cracks. Tune in for his take on the power of owning who you truly are and how to step into it with confidence. Hint: it has to do with letting go of comparison. More about Andrew: Andrew entered the industry in 2015 as a personal trainer and aspiring strength coach with the goal of working with athletes. Over the last 8 years, Andrew accomplished that goal, having worked with high-level athletes at both the professional and collegiate level (NHL, NFL, CFL, NCAA, CIS, USA Hockey, Canada Basketball), as well as everyday personal training clients looking to make a positive change in their lives. Through this process, Andrew was able to uncover his true passion: to make a monumental difference in the health of the human race. As the years have gone by, Andrew has realized the extreme responsibility he has in the lives of the individuals that he works with. He’s not a personal trainer, he’s much more than that…He’s preventive health care. Andrew’s principles remain the same, and his unwavering approach and dedication to his clients' results are what sets him apart. A lifelong learner, Andrew has made the commitment to himself to seek out and learn from some of the greatest minds in the industry in his continuous pursuit of knowledge. Andrew believes that everyone is capable of transforming themselves for the better, and it is his lifelong mission to show that to as many people as he can. Connect with Andrew Instagram: @andrewbakerfitness and @livevirtu Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

Victoria reveals the three easiest ways to get started AND improve your existing strategy on social media. She shares the experiences that set her apart from other social media specialists, along with the biggest mistakes businesses are currently making online. Tune in to today’s episode with a notepad and pen for social media advice from inside the DFS team! More about Victoria: Brand strategist and social media specialist Victoria speaks the language. She helps brands like DFS leverage digital marketing without getting caught up in the noise. Her unique experience working alongside our Sports Advisory Board gives her a leg up and allows her to stay ahead of the curve in this ever-evolving industry. Her dive into the holistic health world, coupled with her athletic background, makes her the perfect candidate for navigating the health and performance realms with ease. Currently based out of Ottawa, Canada, you can find her grounded barefoot in her backyard or shooting Instagram reels. Connect with Victoria Instagram: @victoriataylor.inc Email: victoriataylor.inc@gmail.com Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

Former athlete turned human performance-obsessed business owner David Labentowicz is a personal trainer based out of Ottawa, ON. He’s busy nailing the basics and walking the talk out of his facility, Point One, located in the East End of Ottawa. Only after diving deep into the science of health, longevity, and performance has he learned that everything we need to thrive is already here. He talks us through his journey to finding optimal health and the top Biohacks that got him there. Look out for another episode with David to dive into all things circadian rhythms, UV light, and returning to nature. More about David: David Labentowicz is the owner and director of POINT ONE, Ottawa’s only results-focused personal training facility. Along with being a former university basketball athlete, he’s worked with professional and Olympic-level athletes in hockey, basketball, football, rugby, swimming, and alpine skiing since 2012. His unique brand of personal training combines intense, highly focused training with cutting-edge nutrition and lifestyle strategies and insights to deliver results time after time. Connect with David Instagram: @point___one Website: www.pointone.fit Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

From breaking into military base weight rooms to being the Director of Sports Performance for the University of Houston Men’s Basketball, Alan Bishop shares the big wins, big losses, and everything in between on today’s episode of Leaders in Sport. A true family man, Alan shares his outlook on ‘hustle culture’ and how to show up in the weight room and AT HOME. Tune in to learn how to prepare a team for success, bounce back from loss, and continually maintain a growth mindset. More about Alan: Alan Bishop serves as the Director of Sports Performance for the University of Houston Men’s Basketball program. Widely regarded as one of the most pragmatic coaches in collegiate athletics, Bishop has established himself as an industry leader in strength and conditioning for the impressive physical development he engineers within his teams year after year. Alan is a graduate of Utah State University, where he competed as a Division 1 football athlete and earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education. After finishing his collegiate playing career, Alan continued his education at Southern Utah University, graduating with a Master of Science in Sports Conditioning and Performance. Connect with Alan Instagram: @coachalanbishop Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachalanbishop Threads: https://www.threads.net/@coachalanbishop Connect with Ryan Email: ryandarrow@designsforsport.com Book some time to chat: https://calendly.com/dfs-ryan/10-minute-quick-connect Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

They call him Superior Frakes for a reason. Our newest member of the Sports Advisory Board, Dr. Matt Frakes, joins us today to talk about his journey through academia and into the field. Frakes is a multi-passionate pioneer in the athletics space. As both an RD and CSCS, he is paving the way for bridged communication across all athletic departments. Now the Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Nutrition at Louisiana State University, he’s elevating the standard of care for athletes by learning one department's language at a time. Tune in to today’s episode for nutrition and lifestyle recommendations to support concussion recovery. More about Dr. Matt Frakes: A leader in the sports nutrition field, Dr. Matt Frakes joined Brian Kelly’s staff as Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Nutrition in December of 2021. Frakes joined LSU after spending the 2021 season as the director of sports nutrition at Notre Dame. Before that, Frakes served a year as a sports dietitian at Louisville, working with several sports, including the men’s and women’s basketball teams. In his role as Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Nutrition, Frakes will lead the LSU sports nutrition team, overseeing the strategic nutrition direction for all student-athletes on campus. He serves as the director of football nutrition and will have oversight for LSU’s 20 other sports. While at Louisville, Frakes volunteered his time to co-lead the Black Coaches & Staff Association at Louisville and work with the SOAR (Strategically Organizing Against Racism) Committee. Prior to moving to the commonwealth in 2020, Frakes finished his Ph.D. in nutrition and hospitality management from the University of Mississippi. His research focused on the impact of nutrition and dietary intake on the recovery of sports-related concussions in student-athletes. In the final year of his doctorate, Frakes spent a year as the associate director of athletic performance for sports nutrition education at the University of Louisiana-Lafayette, where he led a staff of 13 to support the Ragin’ Cajuns student-athletes. In 2017, Frakes began his collegiate athletic nutrition career when he was named the assistant sports dietitian and graduate instructor at the University of Mississippi. While in Oxford, he directed nutrition education for the nationally recognized baseball program, cross country/track & field programs, and golf programs. Frakes brings multiple certifications with him to Baton Rouge, including being a registered dietitian-nutritionist (RD), a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS), and a level one Anthropometrist (ISAK 1). An active member in his profession, Frakes is a part of the Collegiate and Professional Dietetic Association (CPSDA) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and a mentor in the Diversity Dietetics Mentorship Program. A native of Columbus, Ohio, Frakes received his B.S. (Dietetics) and M.S. (Food and Nutrition) from Bowling Green State University in 2011 and 2014, respectively. Connect with Dr. Matt Instagram: @superiorfrakes Twitter: https://twitter.com/SuperiorFrakes LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrfrakes89/ Connect with Ryan Email: ryandarrow@designsforsport.com Book some time to chat:

Sports Nutrition Specialist Ryan Darrow joins us today to talk all things functional medicine and relationship building. And it just so happens that Ryan is a wizard at both. He shares his experience witnessing the birth of Designs for Sport and how we’ve grown to become a recognized name in the world of college athletics. Not to mention his experience owning and operating World Gym in Taiwan for over 3 years, during which he learned to speak fluent Mandarin. Ryan’s mission is to help as many people as he can feel and perform their absolute best. In short, we’re lucky to have Ryan on our team, and this episode is one you won’t want to miss. Connect with Ryan Email: ryandarrow@designsforsport.com Book some time to chat: https://calendly.com/dfs-ryan/10-minute-quick-connect Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

David Lawrence is a heart-focused strength coach on a mission. He set out to change the world one personal training package at a time, and he’s doing exactly that. Today, Dave dives into his top values as a father, husband, and business owner that have propelled him to the success he’s earned. Tune in today to learn how MECA grew from just under 20 employees to over 60 and growing in just under 2 years. More about David: David Lawrence is one of America’s top strength coaches. In the last decade, he has trained athletes across 30 sports. In addition to owning MECA, which has grown to more than 4 locations with over 40 staff. David is known for his work with NFL athletes and his timely body composition transformations. His ability to transform athletes while also developing speed and field performance is what sets David apart from his competition. For this reason, many athletes that have trained with David have signed record contracts after just one off-season. Currently, David has been able to work with more than half a dozen Super Bowl-winning players. His work has been recognized in many major media outlets, including; Sports Illustrated, ESPN, The Athletic, The Detroit Free Press, and Bigger Faster Stronger Magazine. David is a highly sought-after consultant and has spoken internationally with a focus on sports performance and business growth. Follow David on Instagram: @davidlawrencesc and @mecastrong Website: www.mecastrong.com Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

Haisam Rida knows what it's like to be the best in the world at what he does. The Ghanaian submission grappler and black belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor joins us today to share his journey through athletics and how he found martial arts. Haisam, AKA the Giraffe, walks us through relocating from Africa to Tokyo as a teenager, the competitive landscape, and devoting his young life to training. He continues to climb the ranks and win major titles as a Jiu-Jitsu athlete, such as 1st place in IBJJF American Nationals NOGI in 2020 and 2021. He’s just getting started. Follow Haisam on Instagram: @haisamajj Read more about Haisam https://www.bjjheroes.com/bjj-fighters/rida-haisam Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

“The Man, the Myth, the Legend” Ron Incerta joins us on today’s episode of Leaders in Sport. He shares the trials and tribulations he’s endured over the course of his career to get to where he is today, billing at over USD 350/hour. Tune into this episode to hear Ron’s story and learn more about the forever-student mindset he embodies. Follow Ron on Instagram: @ronnieincerta Website: oakfitdallas.com Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

Jon McDowell, the co-founder of Train Vive and former Division 1, All-American track athlete, joins us today to remind you that the basics can’t be beaten. Jon works 363 days per year and “vacations” to education events that prioritize his growth as a business owner and a coach. In today’s episode, he reveals his daily schedule for optimization and lets us in on the mindset he embodies to maintain his high output. Not only has Jon developed a state-of-the-art semi-private training model that allows him to maximize results and profits, but he’s done it all while living the lifestyle that he preaches. If you want to learn how to walk your talk, this episode is for you. More about Jon: Jon McDowell is the co-owner and founder of Train Vive, Dallas, Texas, and a former NCAA Division 1 All-American Track and Field athlete. With sixteen years of coaching under his belt and qualifying for the Olympic Trials at the height of his athletic career, Jon knows what it takes to compete at the highest level and the training required to get there. Co-owner of VIVE Personal Training in Dallas, TX, Jon has had the privilege of coaching world medalists, youth national record holders, national champions, and twenty youth All-Americans. Jon strives for perfection in all assets of his life and his business. He is best known for his research and practical application of barefoot training and its correlation to increased speed and velocity in track athletes. As well as his group training model that maximizes gym space, profit, client results, and retention rates. Over the years, Jon has been fortunate to work with world medalists, youth national record holders, national champions, and 20 youth All-Americans. Accredited through USAW, USATF LV1, and ISSA, Jon holds certifications in Biosignature, Metabolic Analytics, Procession Nutrition, and Fascial Stretch Therapy. In addition to having completed the Poliquin group, Strength Sensei, & Kilo strength society's catalog of courses. He is currently one of few trainers in Dallas certified in ICANS, YPSI, Metabolic Analytics, and Biosignature Analysis. As well as one of 2 private facilities in the DFW metroplex to offer 1080 Sprint training. Follow Jon on Instagram: @jmacfitness and @trainvive Website: vivepersonaltraining.com Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser

Health and wellness enthusiast turned business tycoon Nick Valenta joins us today to talk about all things business, work-life balance, and entrepreneurship. Nick is celebrating the grand opening of Evo Gyms in Dallas this May 2023. In today’s episode, he walks us through the gap he saw in the market and how he created a solution for trainers and fit-pros alike. Tune in to today’s episode to hear about the lessons he’s learned along the way. More about Nick: A true serial entrepreneur, Nick is the owner of the globally recognized creative agency ‘The House Of’ and is the founder of Evo Gyms, a private training facility designed for trainers looking to elevate their careers. He is a fitness enthusiast dedicated to helping people reach their goals through business strategy, creative consulting, and operational execution. Follow Nick on Instagram: @nickvalenta_ and @evo.gyms Website: https://www.evogyms.com/ Follow Designs for Sport Instagram: @designsforsport Website: www.designsforsport.com Follow Jordan Bokser Instagram: @jordan.bokser