Life Well Dunn Podcast

Welcome back! Another solo-pod with Brian! Today's topic is driven by the question, "why am I abandoning myself?" This seems like a strange question on the surface, but when you start getting into it, you begin to recognize that a lot of what you do day-to-day is not actually FOR you, but to work AGAINST you. When we sacrifice our wants and needs for ourselves to support others, how are we blocking ourselves? How are we avoiding the things we need to get done, or things we need to do to show up for ourselves? How are we actually abandoning ourselves when we try to do things for others all the time? This is a loaded question, and one Brian tries to break down in this episode. If you like it, subscribe and rate, and follow Brian on Instagram, @lifewelldunn.

Welcome back! A quick solo pod from Brian unwrapping one of his favorite tales about the two wolves. A story that forces you to press pause, reflect on your own voice, and decide which wolf you will continue to feed. Brian takes it a step further and relates it to how we show up in the world, and how we are being held back. A quick episode with a lot of bang that you definitely will want to hear! Be sure to leave a review, and rate it 5*****s! Catch Brian on instagram, @lifewelldunn and be sure to sign up for his newsletter!

"If you take care of your people, your people take care of the mission." RK Barker, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach of Rugby United New York and fellow Power Athlete Block One Coach drops by to talk about his most recent transition and experiences in life. Rk is a brilliant dude with so much experience and wisdom in life. From West Point graduate to coach, Rk has been through, and experienced a ton of life. But, one thing you'll pick up on in this episode is what life looks like when man steps into his purpose; the thing that lights him up and allows him to best serve. Give this a listen, and be sure to check out Rk on twitter, @barker_rk and on Instagram, @rk_barker. Enjoy the show!

Welcome back! You might recognize the voice of the guest on this episode. Christopher Bean is back from an encore, and he and Brian rap about the fear of success. We always hear about fear of success and failure, but what does fear of success really mean? Christopher uses his story from obese to too skinny and finding his happy place as well as his coaching as an opportunity to draw scenarios and conclusions to better understand why some of us fear success. Leave a comment, subscribe, and a 5-star rating! Find Christopher on Instagram, @coach.christopher.bean and Brian, @lifewelldunn! Thanks for listening!

Fellow Power Athlete Block One Coach, Dennis Dolan, stops by to rap with Brian. DD is a high school athletic trainer in Kansas, and plays a major role in the communication between sports medicine and the strength and conditioning team. Dennis describes how he found himself in the position he currently works in, the one he absolutely loves, and why it resembles how he educates, motivates and takes care of his high school athletes. Dennis is a big believer in honesty, patience, and the process and won't short his athletes on any of it. One thing for sure, with DD, you'll get brutal honesty, and it's because he loves you. Be sure to check Dennis out on Instagram, @menacedolan. You can find Brian on Instagram, @lifewelldunn. Be sure to rate and leave a 5-star review!

Welcome back!! Dr. Sorr joins Brian as a he comes very highly recommended—He did not disappoint! Dr. Sorr is a Naturopathic Doctor out of Scottsdale, Arizona improving the status quo of healthcare; live, heal, look, and move better. He brings to light so many irregularities and a ton of dysfunction in health as we dive deep down the rabbit hole of digestive and gut health, testosterone and morning wood, lack of sleep as a form of torture, and the mind-body relationship. He also sheds light on gluten and glyphosate as we are slightly misguided in this area relating to our health and performance. A truly enjoyable and educational episode! Please be sure to rate and leave a comment, and check out all of the great information Dr. Sorr is pumping out on the gram, and incredible Dad jokes on Friday’s! You can find Dr. Sorr on Instagram @drstevensorr or check out his website, www.mysourceofhealth.com Thanks for listening!

Welcome back! Solo shot with Brian today, and he’s diving into his “Wild Man Experience” down in Corpus Christi, Texas, hosted by Johnny Elsasser. The event itself was absolutely fire! Learning to handle and shoot AR’s, shooting from helicopters, and tons of great food in beautiful south Texas. But, best of all, was the human connection created between a group of men, opening up about insecurities and struggles. Connection and bonds were created and so much learned about self. I truly amazing event that I cannot recommend highly enough! Dudes…check it out! Ladies, get your dudes there, and tell them Brian sent you! Brian also dives into what it means to invest in yourself. Not just to have financial gain, or invest your money in stocks and such. But, to truly invest in your growth, your experience in life, and to learn. We as men are so hesitant to spend money on our experiences to learn and be vulnerable, to grow and become the next, more powerful version of ourselves. When we invest in ourselves a grow, we not only change our individual world, but the world and interactions with those around us. Whether it be financial, in your health, you movement, whatever it may be…do yourself the favor and invest in yourself. Be sure to rate and leave a comment, and share the episode with your friends! If you’re looking to make an investment in your movement, nutrition and/or mindset, be sure to send me a message and we’ll take care of you! Cheers!

Episode 52 welcomes Kelsey Flanagan, a nutrition coach turned life coach! Kelsey offers up incredible insight into her own struggles and how she’s navigated some rocky waters to find herself in the position she is today; using her mess to create her message to help others step into a place of true power. Kelsey does such wonderful work with helping women and men step into their power through curiosity and compassion for yourself. She makes it easy to create a space to feel safe and secure to draw out of you those limiting beliefs so that you can launch yourself forward into the person you dream of and are meant to be! Be sure to check Kelsey out, as we dive deep into personality types, self-sabotage, living life by our “shoulds”, and so much more! You can follow Kelsey on Instagram @kelsey_flanagan_ and be sure to be on the lookout for her journal! Catch Brian for all of your movement, nutrition and mental performance needs on Instagram @lifewelldunn. Cheers!

Welcome back! This episode can't be summed up in words. My buddy Josh stops by to open up about all things mental health, specifically the journey of his life since his brother's suicide over a decade ago. Josh is a special human, and I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to chat with him about his struggles, how he's bringing awareness to the topic, and so many other things! Josh talks about what it means to ask for help, living your truth, and how difficult it can be for men to navigate their emotions. If you're struggling, please reach out for help. Give this episode a listen, rate, subscribe, and leave a comment! Follow Josh and his journey on Instagram @joshpiercenutrition. Give Brian a shout on Instagram @lifewelldunn. You can help bring awareness through Tyler's foundation, https://tylersteamfoundation.org/ Cheers!

Episode 50! 50 episodes later, and every person I get to talk to brings me to a new level of learning, thought, and outlook. This episode is no different, except I get to chat with my wife! As a Marine, my wife knows about challenges. She is no stranger to hard work, as she grew up having to fight for everything she had. We chat about different energies, our challenges that we've faced as a military couple, moving to a different part of the country, and just being married. The challenges run deep, from masculine and feminine energies, to just struggling to create our own individual experiences. Whether you're a man or a woman, single or in a relationship, Morgan and I hope that you're able to learn from our experiences, both positive and negative, and walk away with some new interests. If nothing else, remember, all things take work! You can follow Morgan on Instagram, @theuncensoredyogini and Brian, @lifewelldunn. Thanks for tuning in, and be sure to leave a comment and rate!

Welcome back! Episode 49 brings you the wonderful Angela Beaulieu. Angela is a treasure trove of energy, knowledge and love! We travel down the road of what it takes to reach your goals and why you might be failing and how sweat has the power to transform your life! Angela also brings up the concept of the AM/FM radio. For me and against me THOUGHTS. What a great concept! Want to hear more? Subscribe, rate, and comment and be sure to listen! If you'd like to check Angela out, she's on Instagram, @itsangelabeaulieu. If you're looking to chat with Brian, he can be found on Instagram as well, @lifewelldunn. Thanks for listening!

If you're into riding roller coasters of emotion, then you must tune in! Welcome back, and buckle up. Rafael Garay drops in to tell his story about how he went from drug deal and incarcerated to successful, thriving business coach. Raf has an incredible ability to captivate you, draw you in, and pull out of you absolute raw emotion. He is incredibly motivating, and reminds us that we are nothing without our Mom's. We rap about creating an abundant life, finding your passion and living in it, and owning your value if and only when you truly believe in and love yourself. Raf has great power, and is worth investing your time listening to his story and perspective. Be sure to subscribe and give the podcast a 5-star review! And go check out Raf on Instagram, @rafgaray and let him know what what you loved about this episode! Reach out to Brian on Instagram, @lifewelldunn. Enjoy!

Welcome back! If the fitness industry and sports performance world had a few more people like today's guest, the future would be unfathomable. Julian LoCasto joins Brian on this episode to talk about a variety of topics ranging from youth performance nutrition and training, to elite athletes, and what's necessary for our general adult population. Health is a huge indicator of future success, and teaching our youth to love training, to understand fueling their body properly, and molding their minds to take on the difficult tasks day to day sets us all up for a really bright future! Julian gives his take on what sport specific training means, and where his love for college basketball stems from! Julian is a stand up dude with so much to offer this strength and conditioning space and the world as a whole. Be sure to leave a review and a 5-star rating! You can find Julian on Instagram, @julianlocasto. Connect with Brian on Instagram, @lifewelldunn. Enjoy!

Words will not do today's guest any justice. Welcome back to another episode of Life Well Dunn. Alex Street joins the pod and literally leaves Brian speechless. Alex has an incredible story, and delivering that story is his expertise. Alex comes from a background that included him being a Pastor. Through challenges and commitment to finding his true self, Alex realized that life is about the art of storytelling. But, how do we tell that story when we are full of fear? Fear of showing up, being judged, shame, the list goes on! Well, that's exactly where Alex comes in. Alex impacts our world in so many ways with his contagious, fun, loving energy, and his ability to help you find and tell your life story. Words just don't do this episode justice. You need to listen and figure out how to find and share your super powers through the art of storytelling. Find and work with Alex on Instagram, @streetsays. You can also find Brian on Instagram, @lifewelldunn. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and comment! Enjoy!

Is there a person or people in your life that when they speak, you stop everything to listen? Then, make sure you dive into this episode. I had the pleasure of sitting down with a great friend and even better human-being, Pat Kennedy. Pat has been a really special person to me, knowing when to coddle me, and when to set me straight. I look up to Pat for the way he carries himself as a man. Albeit margarita induced, this episode has range. Pat takes us into the journey of making a decision to go to work WITH his wife, cut ties with the career he's tirelessly work in for years, and start living life out of an RV! We talk about what it means in these situations for a man, the ego, and how he's been able to navigate these emotions and feelings. We rap about what investing in yourself truly means, and why we care what people think. Pat, to me, is a version of a man that the rest of the world can identify with and is worthy of being led by. Be sure to check this episode out, subscribe, rate and leave a review! You can follow Pat on Instagram @prkennedy84 as well as life on the road with his wife, @thejennkennedy and all the exciting things with their beautiful dog, Roxie @thehousekennedy Follow-up with Brian @lifewelldunn on Instagram! Thanks for listening!

Oh boy, do we have a doozy for you today! Fellow Block-1 Power Athlete coach, Jeremy Weber, drops in to burn your face off with getting your sh*t together. We're talking directly at men today. Ladies, you can take note, it's universal information, but men, it's time to bring your voice back. It's time to get your health in order. It's time to drop the excuses, the victim mentality, and take responsibility for your health and your vitality. In this episode, Jeremy indulges us in his journey, from fat and unhealthy to taking responsibility and helping others gain control in their lives. We rap about statistics of men's health, masculine and feminine energy, nutrition, and the tasks at hand to dig deep into what's holding you back from your best days! Make sure to subscribe and leave a comment! If you're in the Denver area looking for a gym, hit up Jeremy at Empire Fitness. You can also find Jeremy on Instagram, @jweb or @empirefitllc You can reach Brian on Instagram, @lifewelldunn Enjoy the episode and let us know what you think, or how we can help you get your life on track!

Welcome back! If you're just finding Brian and the Life Well Dunn Podcast, then you're in for a treat! Lara Days drops in to drop truth and knowledge about all things nutrition...except, Brian and Lara hardly talk about nutrition! Lara takes us through her journey as a half-time choir teacher and a double time nutrition coach. But, as you'll find out, food freedom and healthy nutrition habits are hardly about the nutrition and almost entirely about the mindset! It was a blast for Brian to rap with Lara about her journey, her work with men and women, and her passion for teaching, whether it be nutrition, choir, relationships, movement or just plain old life! Hit the subscribe button and be sure to leave a review! And while you're at it, grab some of Lara's freebie's by hitting her up on Instagram @lara.days or head over to her website, laraelizabethcoaching.com You can find Brian on Instagram, @lifewelldunn where you can chat with him about performance, mindset, and nutrition! Leave a reply and let us know what you think! Enjoy!

Welcome back! Today, Brian is joined by another fellow Power Athlete Block 1, Dr. Nick Kyle from Move Right PT. Nick is a breath of fresh air with his abilities to blend his profound intelligence and communication. Nick is a fan of battling the bullshit, demanding that we do more for performance and meeting our potential, especially as coaches and practitioners. Nick has a belief that we shouldn't be treating our patients and athletes to a checklist of capabilities, rather we should be teaching the why of an injury so that we can not only return to our normal activities, but be better than we were before. He's passionate about what he practices, as well as the idea that 6-pack abs doesn't always mean stability, or health for that matter. Nick discusses the challenge with balancing performance and aesthetics with nutrition. Nick and Brian rant about glutes not firing, aesthetic dumpster fires, and much, much more! If you've ever struggled with an injury, working with nagging pain, or anything related to performance, you have to check this out! Be sure to check out Dr. Kyle on Instagram @moverightpt or on his website moverightpt.com. You can find Brian on Instagram @lifewelldunn Thanks for tuning in! Please be sure to rate, share, and subscribe!

Welcome back! On today's episode, Ben Tzeel joins Brian to rap about type 1 diabetes and the dogma surrounding this disease. Ben is a registered dietician, a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) and a man that is here to battle the bullshit. Ben was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when he was 7 years old, and after being thrown into the fire, is determined to help and show others that they do not have to be chained down by this disease. Ben is on a mission to help others take control of their blood sugars, eat the things they think they can't, and start doing the things they've always wanted to do but have been held back because of their diabetes. Give been a follow on instagram @manoftzeel or follow Brian @lifewelldunn. Enjoy the episode!

Welcome back! On this episode of Life Well Dunn, Brian is joined by Rob Scott, an expert in helping you shift your mindset. Rob is an expert in helping you change your identity by breaking through, changing, and literally evolving your consciousness. Rob calls out Brian for a few of the ways he thinks and helps him get straight and challenge the lenses in which Brian is viewing himself. Rob really gives us so much to look at for ourselves, starting with mastery of self and understanding/changing the lenses in which we view ourselves. You definitely won't want to miss this is you're struggling to shift your mindset so you can finally lose weight, upgrade to that $100k lifestyle, or succeed at whatever you've been saying you wanted to. Give this a listen! And, be sure to check out Rob's work at www.robscott.com or on Instagram @realrobscott You can also find Brian on Instagram @lifewelldunn Enjoy the episode, and thanks for listening!

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! Tara Miller, a psychotherapist out of British Columbia, Canada, joins Brian to talk about all things nervous system, therapy, and how we can develop and expand our minds to become better, both in health and in performance. Tara has a more unique way or working with her clients. Traditional therapy practices coach people into reliving their traumas. Although Tara gets you there, she finds it much more effective to treat your nervous system, and not necessarily reliving deep traumas through a practice called self-regulation therapy (SRT). Check this episode out, see how it jives with your beliefs. If you are a practicing therapist, have been or are in therapy, or even thinking about getting a therapist, listen to this and find out what might be best for you! You can find Tara on her website, taradawnmiller.com as well as on Instagram @tarashrink. You can find Brian on Instagram @lifewelldunn. Please subscribe, share, rate, and share a comment! Enjoy!

Welcome back! Cam Brown, owner of CrossFit HCS in Ferndale, Michigan joins me today. Cam joins me to talk about the current state of America, on the heels of the murder of George Floyd. Cam, a black man, give his experiences, and allows me to ask questions to become more educated about where the system the people are coming up short on the topic of racism and equality. Cam does an amazing job of educating me from his experience, and allowing me to ask questions to clear up some of my confusion. This is all a gift and a curse. We can all do better. Right now, in this country, and the world, we need to do a better job of creating love and support, rather than hate and segregation. It's always frustrating when you record podcasts, a lot of times, the best conversations happen when you're not recording. The good news it, this is a start. There's so much more to talk about, to ask about, to evolve with, but this is a start. It's not all inclusive, but it's a step in the right direction. My, and Cam's goal, was to show how easily we can have a conversation about difficult topics, and both walk away with a better understanding of other's experiences, beliefs, and wants. Check this out, and let me know what you think! Hit up Cam on instagram @evil_cam or his gym, @crossfit_hcs I can always be reached on IG @lifewelldunn Be kind to one another. Change starts with you.

Welcome back! Cam Brown, owner of CrossFit HCS in Ferndale, Michigan joins me today. Cam joins me to talk about the current state of America, on the heels of the murder of George Floyd. Cam, a black man, give his experiences, and allows me to ask questions to become more educated about where the system the people are coming up short on the topic of racism and equality. Cam does an amazing job of educating me from his experience, and allowing me to ask questions to clear up some of my confusion. This is all a gift and a curse. We can all do better. Right now, in this country, and the world, we need to do a better job of creating love and support, rather than hate and segregation. It's always frustrating when you record podcasts, a lot of times, the best conversations happen when you're not recording. The good news it, this is a start. There's so much more to talk about, to ask about, to evolve with, but this is a start. It's not all inclusive, but it's a step in the right direction. My, and Cam's goal, was to show how easily we can have a conversation about difficult topics, and both walk away with a better understanding of other's experiences, beliefs, and wants. Check this out, and let me know what you think! Hit up Cam on instagram @evil_cam or his gym, @crossfit_hcs I can always be reached on IG @lifewelldunn Be kind to one another. Change starts with you.

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! Tara Miller, a psychotherapist out of British Columbia, Canada, joins Brian to talk about all things nervous system, therapy, and how we can develop and expand our minds to become better, both in health and in performance. Tara has a more unique way or working with her clients. Traditional therapy practices coach people into reliving their traumas. Although Tara gets you there, she finds it much more effective to treat your nervous system, and not necessarily reliving deep traumas through a practice called self-regulation therapy (SRT). Check this episode out, see how it jives with your beliefs. If you are a practicing therapist, have been or are in therapy, or even thinking about getting a therapist, listen to this and find out what might be best for you! You can find Tara on her website, taradawnmiller.com as well as on Instagram @tarashrink. You can find Brian on Instagram @lifewelldunn. Please subscribe, share, rate, and share a comment! Enjoy!

Welcome back! Christopher Bean is my guest on the podcast today to discuss all things mental health, body dysmorphia, life and death, and his journey from too big to too small and how he improved that relationship. One thing for sure, when you have lost 200 pounds, yes, LOST 200 pounds, Christopher is an expert through his own experience on how these things affect life. We talk about what it means to be a great coach, and where the passion comes from, and how to interact with those that maybe entering the gym for the first time! Be sure to listen to this episode and reflect on how we treat each other and ourselves. You can find Christopher on Instagram @sasquatchbean and myself, Brian, @lifewelldunn And as always, thanks for listening. It would be greatly appreciated if you could subscribe, rate, and leave a comment! Cheers, Brian

Welcome Back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! As a quick reminder, please subscribe, rate, leave and a comment, and share with friends! On this episode, Brian is joined by the Director of Performance Science and Reconditioning with the New Jersey Devils. The boys get to rapping about training seasons, Devan's path from youth hockey player to college coach and now the pros, struggles and opportunities, and Devan's co-authored book,"Intent: A practical approach to applied sport science for athletic development." If you are interested in knowing about the day to day operations of a pro hockey player, their performance team, or what opportunities there are in pro sports for strength and conditioning related careers, this episode is for you. You can find Devan on Instagram @dmcconnell29 and Brian @lifewelldunn Feel free to reach out to either of them! Enjoy the episode!

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! Today's guest is fellow strength and conditioning coach, Aj Pickul. Aj has quite the background, ranging from wrestling, retail, and now in strength and conditioning. I am incredibly grateful to Aj, as well as the entire Tenacity Fitness family, for welcoming me and Morgan into their facility, and trusting me from day one to do a good job. Aj inspires me with his work ethic, but his ability to keep the child-like energy around! He's always up to something that makes everyone laugh. Aj is a dedicated self-learned, always seeking ways to improve, and works with a wide variety of populations. In this episode, we talk about what the basics mean for a client, as well as a coach, and even talk about whether a hot dog is a sandwich! You don't want to miss this episode! You can find Aj on Instagram @aj_pickul where you can rely on him posting movement ideas, and battling the bullcrap in the fitness world! Please be sure to hit me up on Instagram @lifewelldunn as well as rate, like, subscribe and comment on iTunes! Cheers, Brian

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn podcast! It's been a hot minute since the last episode, with so many new life changes for me! I am super jacked up to welcome you all back with my guest, Dr. Matt Zanis. Dr. Zanis is a physical therapist in the Phoenix, Arizona area. With a 10 mile long resume, he may be best summed up as a connector of all things movement and life optimization. His work is currently focused on foot health and how it affects all of our movement, as well as developing self-awareness, relationships, and overall being a good human being. He works with many populations, from the US Olympic Shooting team, to joe-schmo's like myself. Give this episode a listen, rate, share, and subscribe on iTunes or any other platform. Dr. Zanis can be found on instagram @rootedinmvmnt. He'd love to hear from you! While you're there, hit me up @lifewelldunn and let me know what's going on, and if there are any guests or topics you might like covered! Cheers, Brian

Hey! Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! This episode is hosted by Darren Hansen from Hansen Athletics, a previous guest on the show! Darren was in Michigan visiting some family, so we got together to train, with fellow PowerAthlete Block-1 Coach Chris Sergison. We had a blast training early in the morning, and decided to sit down and rap about life, youth athletics, sports, athletic development, and all the related topics such as mindset and mental health. These two guys are absolute beast in the gym, but they have a depth of knowledge that is second to none. I am forever grateful to Power Athlete and the opportunities and friendships that have been created from being a part of the community. Please check out this episode, and let us know if any of the topics hit a hot spot for you. As always, follow along on social media, @lifewelldunn and be sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, maybe leave a review! Cheers!

"There are things that scare us that we still want to do, and those are the tests in life. Those are the things we need to seek out and do. Because if you're excited to do something that scares you, that's a test. And I think in order to be successful at it, most things that are scary and hard usually take a while to get."-- John Allen Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast. On this episode, I am joined by retired Navy SEAL, John Allen. Not only has John served and protected the USA as one of the most elite, he has also founded his company, Elite Meet, which helps connect Special Operations Forces and fighter pilots with top professionals. The transition from military life, let alone being a SEAL, to civilian life is incredibly difficult, as John describes. We talked about the similarities between professional athlete's and our military and the difficulties that show up at the end of their careers. In a sense, there is a loss of identity that must be dealt with and understood. John takes us through what it means to be a Navy SEAL, how he came to wanting to become a SEAL, the mindset, challenges, and the growth that took place throughout the long journey, and how we can apply this to any fears and dreams that we might have, no matter what it might be. John is one of the most motivating humans I have ever had the opportunity to speak with. His message doesn't apply strictly to the military life. It is applicable to any challenge or fear you are faced with. Be sure to check out this podcast on iTunes, review, rate and subscribe! And, be sure to follow John on social media: Instagram: @johnballen418 @elite_meet and check out the website, elitemeet.us You can donate, sponsor, or even contact them to see how you might be able to assist in bringing this company to life. Thank you John, and all service men and women, for your sacrifice and service in an effort to protect our freedom. Thanks for listening! @lifewelldunn Lifewelldunn.com

Welcome back to the 32nd episode of Life Well Dunn! Back on the podcast is my good friend Rudy from Zen Teachings (zenteachings.com). Today we deep dive into relationships, self-awareness and attachment. We visit these topics through the vehicle of things like martial arts, sports, meditation, and the gym. All things in life are the same, but they can take on different labels or look different. But, there are lessons, both good and bad to be taken from each experience. So, ask yourself, who am I? What is MY purpose? What am I afraid of? And then ask yourself why you haven't listened to this episode yet! As always, thanks for tuning in. I would be so grateful if you could go over to iTunes and rate/subscribe to the podcast! Visit Rudy on social media-- @zen.teachings or head over to his website, zenteachings.com If you are looking for fitness related help, head over to lifewelldunn.com and send me a message about what you need help with, or stop by instagram (@lifewelldunn) and slide into those DMs! be great.

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! I am grateful and excited to have you here! My guest on this episode is a guy I met a few months back. The way he carried himself regardless of the situation we found ourselves in stuck out to me and I knew I had to chat with him in the future. So, here we are... Darren is from Pocatello, Idaho. He has been in the strength and conditioning world for nearly 10 years and an athlete long before his coaching career began. He is a great reference of knowledge, but more importantly, we dive into the real make up of coaching--Connection. We take some time to reflect on our time at the Power Athlete Block One Test, and what a great experience that was. We also dive down the rabbit hole that is nutrition and meat, and how to work with clients and athletes to buy in. Darren is an incredibly smart guy. He has a ton of experience, and best of all, he's willing to share it. He is one of the few in the strength and conditioning industry that wants to share, learn, and grow with other coaches to improve the health and performance of his clients and athletes. Check out Darren on social media @hansenathletics or visit his website hansenathletics.com As always, thanks for tuning in! It would be awesome if you would stop by iTunes and rate and leave a comment! Visit lifewelldunn.com for virtual training opportunities, or check out social media, @lifewelldunn Be Great!

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! Before diving into today’s guest, there’s a major announcement! The website is officially launched!! Check out lifewelldunn.com for a one stop shop of podcast, Youtube, Blog posts, and of course, your opportunity to train virtually or in person with me! Okay…back to the podcast! On the 30th episode, I’m joined by a college friend, Mary Ochsner. Mary is married to a college teammate of mine and is simply living her best life. She is the type of person that lights up a room and makes you feel like you have the abilities to do anything that you dream of doing. She is such a positive, cheerful, and beautiful woman doing amazing things for the world. Mary found yoga not that long ago, but quickly realized that she absolutely loved it. She claims it was her “glass of wine at the end of the night.” She loves it so much, she became an instructor and has since quit her job and become full time with instructing and developing her presence on social media. Side note, she makes the best tutorials for those of us that are new to the yoga game! She is so incredibly uplifting and easy to talk to. Mary and I rap about how she got to the point she is right now, and how challenging it has and continues to be, despite her love for what she’s doing. We also dive into the importance of your partner’s support when making these difficult changes and decisions. Mary is a mindset beast and will definitely challenge you to think about what it is you love most about life and make you question why you aren’t pursuing that passion as your livelihood. We dive into how related her current situation is to what she thought she’d become as a child, and how the picture doesn’t always match, but she’s in the same area. Definitely check out this episode! There are so many motivating topics and tidbits to apply to your day. If you’re struggling to make a change, give it a listen and try to tell me you aren’t uplifted and motivated by Mary! You can find Mary on Instagram, @maryochsner and be on the lookout for her new App that is soon to be coming out! As always, thank you for tuning in. It is greatly appreciated. I would be even more grateful if you would head over to iTunes and hit the 5-star rating and leave a comment! It helps us reach a larger audience! And, check out the new website! Lifewelldunn.com and be sure to shoot me a message on Instagram, @lifewelldunn Cheers!

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast. I'm back "home" in Colorado, and my first stop was to sit down and chat with old co-host, Nate Wellein! In this episode, we take a stroll down the path of Nate's sobriety and the challenges and education this experience has and continues to provide him. Nate discusses what he calls 100% Genuine Acceptance, principals and values including a personal mission statement that helped guide him through his challenges. This was such a fun episode to produce, and had me deep in thought for hours thereafter. Please be sure to check it out, and rate the podcast! It helps our growth! As always thank you for tuning in! lifewelldunn.com Instagram: @lifewelldunn Facebook: LifeWellDunn Twitter:@Lifewelldunn

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast, and Happy New Year! With resolutions in full force, I thought a basic nutrition podcast would go over well. I have a pretty simple outlook on nutrition, although it's something I've struggled with all my life. Nutrition should be kept simple, much like your training. With a simple protocol, we can restore health, improve performance, and increase your health and longevity. What you eat impacts your gut, and your gut impacts all aspects of life, including immune system and cognitive abilities. Give this episode a listen and send me a message with your thoughts. Do you need help with nutrition? Training? Let me know! Please be sure to rate the podcast and leave a comment! It's greatly appreciated! In the mean time, keep grinding away at those 2019 goals! -Brian @lifewelldunn on all social media

"Who is the person I need to become to reach these goals?"- Jenna Kennedy Welcome back! I am incredibly grateful to share this episode with Jenna, a dear friend of mine. She is a source of great motivation, inspiration, knowledge, and all around kindness. She is an amazing friend and has been nothing but supportive since meeting her a few years back. Jenna is currently a school teacher with multiple graduate degrees. She, despite always having the itch to be in position of leadership, has taken her path in a bit of a different direction. Jenna is creating and cultivating her entrepreneurial spirit with her nutrition coaching business. As we rap, we agree that nutrition is much more than food. It's a mindset. Jenna specializes in nutrition, but is an all around health coach, specifically for women. On today's episode, we talk about mindset, and specifically goals with the New Year right around the corner. A wealth of knowledge, energy, and love, Jenna helps me break down some of my struggles, how I'll achieve my goals, and a whole bunch in between. Check Jenna out! www.jennkennedynutrition.com Instagram: @jennkennedynutrition Please be sure to leave a rating on iTunes, and share with your friends! You can always find me, Brian, on Instagram: @lifewelldunn Also, the new website will be launched on January 1, 2019! www.lifewelldunn.com Thanks!

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! On this episode, I get to chat with a good friend from college. Dr. Eric Broadworth is a physical therapist and incredibly passionate about changing the way care is delivered to patients. We get to rap about concussions, something near and dear to my heart, and how they can impact performance and other potential injuries. We're both very serious about movement and how the correct way of moving not only increases performance, but prevents injuries! Lots of little knowledge nuggets in this episode that you won't want to miss! Be sure to check out all that Dr. Broadworth is putting out there for everyone to learn and improve with at his website, fuelphysicaltherapy.com and on Facebook and Instagram, @dr.ericbroadworthptdpt. Thanks for tuning in! Be sure to subscribe on iTunes and YouTube, and send me a message on Instagram, Facebook or twitter, @lifewelldunn Cheers!

"Quietness and relaxation is our natural state." Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! On today's episode, I am joined by Bri Seeley, an Amazon #1 selling author of the book "Permission to Leap." Bri brings amazing energy and perspective on so many aspects of life and mindset. She has owned several successful businesses, has multiple degrees in Fashion, and has lived all of the U.S.A and Italy. Bri has settled into her current business, working with and helping 1000's of people world-wide live their truth and walk their soul's path. We rap about meditation, the conscious and unconscious mind, child-hood, and taking the leap to to fulfill your personal vision. Bri has also been on NBC's Today Show, Forbes, Medium and many other platforms. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to hear her story, be motivated and inspired by her, and also learn some things about myself through this conversation. Be sure to check Bri out on social media by searching @BriSeeley and at her website, Briseeley.com. Thanks for tuning in! Be sure to subscribe on iTunes and YouTube, and find me on Facebook, Instagram and twitter, @lifewelldunn. Cheers! Brian

There are some people that you come across that you never expect to pull at your heart strings and fully inspire you. Richard Kaufman is that guy. A military veteran that found himself and his purpose through the tragic events of 9/11. He is the definition of people helping people, and he was the perfect guest. Today, Richard works closely with veterans, as well as many others, on fitness and health. He is a super warm and kind human being that will inspire you to take control of your life. He's a 9th grade drop out, avid reader, and a person of the people, as well as a soon-to-be author! Through his trials and tribulations, he continues to come back harder than ever, and wants to help other's, specifically veterans, do the same. Check out this episode, and be sure to find Richard on Facebook by searching "Richard Kaufman" and on Instagram, @comeback_coach. Thanks for tuning in! Please follow Life Well Dunn on social media! Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @lifewelldunn Subscribe on iTunes and YouTube. Cheers!

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast. "Long term consistency trumps short term intensity." -- Bruce Lee On this episode, Brian sits down for a short talk about consistency and intensity and some of the ways he struggles with both, and how it can be applied to fitness, nutrition, relationships, and all things life. He also talks about how to improve consistency, which in turn, allows for more intensity. Check it out, and be sure to leave a comment! Follow Life Well Dunn on social media! Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @lifewelldunn Subscribe on YouTube and iTunes

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! On this episode, Brian is grateful to have Ryan Parr on with him. Ryan is the owner of Bear Bones Strength, currently in Upstate New York. Ryan has been in the fitness industry for the last six years, and has been crushing it! He started as a young martial artist, and has dabbled in the world of powerlifting as well as strongman training. He is a super informative guy, with a ton to offer. Even better than his knowledge is his energy to learn and play, and live the best life he can. On this episode, Brian and Ryan talk a bit about starting a fitness journey, and rant in between about life, fitness, and whatever else comes up. It's a conversation that could have gone on for hours, but nevertheless, here's an hour with Brian and Ryan. You can find Ryan on his website, bearbonesstrength.com He and his family (wife and 2 year old daughter), are about to hit the road, living out of an RV doing strength seminars, teaching at gyms, and enjoying life one mile at a time! Check out Ryan's website, where he has free and paid for training content, and follow his journey on instagram, @bearbonesstrength. Thanks for tuning in, and as always, please be sure to subscribe to Life Well Dunn on iTunes and YouTube, and follow Brian on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @lifewelldunn. Also, be on the lookout for a new website for Life Well Dunn, where there will be virtual personal training offered! -Love and gratitude

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! A return guest, Rudy, from Zen teachings joins Brian on this episode to talk about mindfulness and performance. The guys hit on some meditation, sports, nutrition, and a plethora of other topics. As usual, they struggle to stay on task, but nevertheless, a great time chatting with a ton of knowledge bombs to learn from! Give this episode a shot and see if you can be more mindful in your performance, whether it's sports, training, career, or even relationships. Be sure to follow Rudy and Zen teachings on Instagram @zen.teachings and check out their website, with their blog and YouTube channel at www.zenteachings.com Find Life Well Dunn as well! Instagram: @lifewelldunn Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and the YouTube channel! Thanks for the support! Challenge + Change = Growth

Hey! Welcome back, and thanks for supporting the Life Well Dunn Podcast! On this episode, Brian is talking about the little voice inside your head. Ever hear it? Does it cause resistance in your life? Does it hold you back from being your best self, from enjoying life? It looks like the devil, but really, it's an angel dressed as the devil. Brian goes into depth about befriending this voice, and how it relates to a fixed mindset, and how we can work our way towards a growth mindset. This episode was inspired by the book "Mindset" by Dr. Carol Dweck, PhD. Check it out! Be sure to follow Brian on social media! Ig: @lifewelldunn YouTube: Life Well Dunn Thanks for tuning in! Challenge+Change=Growth

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast. It's been a little bit, but Brian is back with an episode reviewing what he's learned in the last year(ish). As many of you that have been listening know, Brian has been in Colorado. He has recently taken on a new challenge moving back to Michigan for school. He goes in to depth about things he's learned in the last year, how he's taken on challenges. He speaks about taking risks on yourself, reading, surrounding yourself with the right people, spending time alone, finding yourself in suffering and our ability to attract and create everything we want in our lives. Tune in and let him know what you think! You can find Brian on ITunes, YouTube, and Instagram, all by searching "Life Well Dunn." Be sure to subscribe and comment! Challenge + Change = Growth

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! A little different set-up today as Brian goes solo. Inspired by a friend of his, Brian dives into the topic of being good enough. Developed from a question about growing up in sports and never really knowing where you stand and always being judged, he takes on several topics in relation to the question of being good enough. He references growth vs. fixed mindset, habits and discipline, and many other topics that give example and potentially ways to work your way out of this question and focus on being the best self you can be. Check this episode out, and be sure to engage with the guys on social media! Instagram: @lifewelldunn YouTube: Life Well Dunn Cheers! LWD Optimizing physical, mental and emotional being Challenge + Change = Growth

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! Nate and Brian are back together after a brief hiatus and they are going pretty deep with their topic--Renting space. The fellas discuss how what we think about can, at times, take up too much space in our head and minds. They talk about different aspects of life where things come up, both positive and negative, and ways to organize and work your way out of those negative thoughts. Tune in and be sure to let us know how you handle the price of rent! Follow us on instagram @lifewelldunn, and be sure to find us on iTunes and now on YouTube! Subscribe, rate, review, and tell your friends! As always, thanks for your support! LWD Optimizing physical, mental, and emotional being Challenge+Change=Growth

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! On this episode, Rudy from Zen Teachings joins Brian to talk about martial arts, meditation, and the present moment. It's an action packed hour, with Rudy dropping tons of knowledge bombs about what it means to be present, what it means to meditate and how to do it, and how we can apply this to our life. We talk about the timeline that society seems to function on, and how we all have our own individual path. Check out this episode, and be sure to follow Zen Teachings! Instagram: @zen.teachings Facebook: Zen Teachings Website: Zenteachings.com As always, be sure to follow, subscribe and rate LWD on ITunes, and now on YouTube! -Life Well Dunn Optimizing physical, mental, and emotional being. Challenge+Change=Growth

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast: Optimizing physical, mental, and emotional being. Nate and Brian are announcing the month of May as sober/change May! Everyone in the household in Colorado is taking on a new challenge, creating a change, and seeing what kind of growth is created. For Brian, it's creating a better balance with extracurriculars and food. Nate is giving up chewing tabacco, and the rest of the household is taking on the challenge of giving up alcohol! Much of this is built on the topic of sleep and performance, or even just living a much better life and being able to achieve more for themselves. Give this episode a listen, as the fellas dive into some conversations about sleep, their training, diets, and what they're taking on as a challenge! As always, find us on Itunes and now on Youtube!!! Please subscribe and share to both! And, leave comments about what you're taking on as a challenge! challenge+change=growth

Welcome back, everyone! Nate and Brian are super excited to announce a bit of a change at Life Well Dunn, with the addition of a Youtube Channel, as well as many other things, including an all inclusive website in the near future! In this episode, the guys catch up and unveil the new direction and what's to come for the Life Well Dunn brand. Not only will the be covering mental health topics, but how to optimize physical, mental, and emotional being! Be sure to subscribe and share on Itunes, and please go check them out on YouTube and subscribe, comment and share there as well! Challenge+Change=Growth!

Nate and Brian are back after a brief hiatus and they're talking perspective and external environment, but not like they have in the past. Today, they talk about viewing yourself from the perspective of others or your external environment through the lens of yourself. We often formulate some opinion about how other people see us, and normally it is how we want to see ourselves. Do you see yourself negatively? You probably assume others see you in the same light. Positively? How do you think others view you? A fun topic, yet challenging. Explore your thoughts, and acknowledge where they're coming from. Are they helping you? Destroying you? Are they your own? Take a listen and see if you learn something about yourself. As always, thanks for the support. Please subscribe, rate, and review on ITunes, and definitely share with friends and family! Show notes: -FNX protein--Check out the link in Nate's bio on instagram (@nwellein) -Find us on Instagram @lifewelldunn -Find the facebook group "Life Well Dunn Podcast group"

Welcome back to the Life Well Dunn Podcast! Nate and Brian are super excited to have their first ever guest on the show. They welcome Julia, an advocate for overcoming eating disorders. Julia explains her story, and gives some tips and experiences that helped, and continue to help her move forward from her eating disorder, as well as some of the things she's up to as she tries to bring eating disorders into the light. As always, thank you for your continued support! Subscribe on ITunes, rate, review, and share with your friends! You can find Julia on Instagram and follow her content, story, and mission to shed light on a serious topic @fitfatandallthat Cheers!