The Aware Athlete Show

A wonderful interview with Franziska Pretsch today. She tells her story of world travel, running in sandals, the copper canyon marathon, finding love through running and the spiritual side of running. In this episode we delve in depth into awareness, body awareness, self awareness and meditation. Fran is a life coach here to help you connect with your essential self. I highly recommend that you watch some of the content that Fran has on facebook and on her website. She might be just the person you are wanting to work with  Thank you Fran info@franpretsch.com www.franpretsch.com https://www.facebook.com/franpretschhttps://www.instagram.com/franpretsch?igsh=bTYycmpkcGg0M2tm&utm_sourhttps://lunasandals.com/pages/franpretsch?discount=FRANPRETSCH10Scott Forrester is the host of The Aware Athlete Show. He is a Feldenkrais practitioner. Feldenkrais is a form of somatice education. Soma refers to the body and so this is literally body learning. If you would like to learn more about getting in touch with your own body to improve your running or your life. Learn how to use your glutes in running or how to find your proper core action. group or individual lessonshttp://awareathlete.com/work-with-scott.  FREE four unconventional running form tips  copy and paste the entire URL below.    improve.awareathlete.com/improveaware IF YOU WOULD PREFER TO WATCH THIS EPISODE GO TO: https://youtu.be/RxEyrieU4ls 

The guest on this episode of The Aware Athlete show hosted by Scott Forrester is Jae Gruenke, founder of The Balanced Runner -balancedrunner.com Jae has been helping runners of all abilities to improve their form for over 20 years. I  highly recommend both listening to this episode and checking out balanced runner.com  Jae has a wealth of resources on her website including video analysis of elite runners. Jae has a special gift in  highlighting form flaws in runners elite to beginner and you after watching the interview you will know that no matter who you are Jae is the one to come to have your form analyized.  Also if you watch to then end I have included information on Mindful Running .  If you want to learn more about The Aware Athlete please go to http://awareathlete.comIf you prefer to watch on youtube go to h ttps://youtu.be/kHKuZxCnoDg 

 A bried introduction to running mindfully If you prefer to watch on YouTube  https://youtu.be/QzfnHrNGD9o 

If you lost someone dear to you a part of you has died. Give yourself time to accept all the layers of this fact. Then begin to recognize that death is only a natural part of life and no one is ever actually gone.If you want to learn more please go to http://theawarehuman

to learn more please visit http://theawarehuman.com 

Todays guest Alan Lazaros will take you on a journey into his holistic approach to self-improvement through health, wealth and love. Alan can also teach you how to be the most productive version of yourself and how to build a productive yet profitable business.  Reach out toAlan to get personal help and coaching at http://www.nextleveluniverse.com/group-coaching/If you would prefer to watch this episode please go to :https://youtu.be/_olsmeza_FM If you would like to learn more about the aware athlete please go to http://awareathlete.com

A fantastic conversation with Bryan Yates about Inner Fitness, his road to overcoming alcoholism and finding inner resources to meet life's challenges, the and his coaching philosophies. Learn more at:http://locomotivcoaching.com Who Bryan is -  ...A husband, friend, conversationalist, community builder, and (now part-time) endurance cyclist. I have been employed as an oral historian working with Holocaust survivors,  an occasional journalist, a digital media professional at the Walt Disney company, a performance fitness coach, and an endurance cycling coach for competitive executive athletes. I have owned and run multiple small businesses. I am also a sober alcoholic leading a life of active recovery. Today, I coach midlife creative business professionals. They manage agency teams, lead fast-paced marketing organizations, oversee complex architecture projects, run music or film/tv businesses. Similar to a slightly older and still very strong athlete, they have vibrant potential but are not quite carrying the spark and hustle they once did. I train them to develop new CORE mental muscles to power their next act. Contact or learn more about Bryan Yates at   http://locomotivcoaching.comif you would like to watch this episode please go to:  https://youtu.be/pcU7F6ZqWWsif you want to learn more about the aware athlete please go to  http://awareathlete.com

In  this episode entrepreneur, we have a conversation with trauma survivor, body builder and life adventurer Sabine Shoepke  on life changes, resiliency,  the difference between doing and being and the wonderful human ability to choose our response to every situation . I encourage you to check out Sabine's work further on her website  http://thepowerlifecoach.comIf you would prefer to watch this episode please go to  https://youtu.be/xDoRpk6oDhsif you would like to learn more about the Aware Athlete please go to http://awareathlete.com

This episode features Dr. Malasri  Chaudhery- Malgeri -  Director | Integrative Program Development Specialist | Psychologist | Certified Professional Coach | Professor .  Her extensive background allows her to work with people with many different backgrounds, and needs including PTSD, TBI, and  marriage and relationships. She offers clear insight on your path to personal power and healing and practical tips  to improve life. Dr. Mala is a skilled coach with a listening ear and you can contact her at  http://drmala.net     and on instagram at  @the officialdrmala      I Inivite you to check her out on social media. you will be blessed by her posts.If you would prefer to watch this episode please go to  https://youtu.be/Y85r-sYh2m4If you would like to learn more about the aware athlete please go to http://awareathlete.com

John Lawyer was a burned out counter intelligence agent who went from serving years in war zones in Kuwait, Afghanistan and Iraq to finding inner peace and becoming the founder of the Kishar spiritual community and a YouTube channel @peaceonyourjourney. You may wish to contact John with questions after listening to this episode. You can find the Kishar community at kishar.org.  This is a small community in which you can actively participate in you wish and get to the know the members. If you prefer to watch the episode on YouTube go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyW4pWBfA9AIf you would like to  know more about The Aware Athlete please go to http://awareathlete.com  

A beautiful conversation with Linn Rivers on her two near death experiences, the loss of loved ones, engaging with life, appreciating death and glimpses of the world beyond.If you would like to work with Linn to improve your life and specifically with chronic diseases please go to: http://linnrivers.comIf you would prefer to watch the episode please go to https://youtu.be/NnnEJ5xAHl8If you would like to learn more about The Aware Athlete please go to:  http://awareathlete.com

Amanda Harris has decades of experience as a post rehab specialist. Her background is in exercise physiology, and she is certified as a medical exercise specialist, red core suspension therapy and neuro kinetic therapy. Back pain is something she has a history of overcoming in her own life and it has become one of the focuses of her current practice. If you or anyone you know is or has suffered from chronic low back pain you will want to visit Amanda on her website http://re-kinect.com  and be sure to subscribe to her YouTube channel  @re-kinect.com If you prefer to watch this episode please go to :      https://youtu.be/htI1PtUuHUQIf you would like to learn more about The Aware Athlete   http://awareathlete.com   

Dr Eric Holsapple shares the difference mindfulness and mindfulness practices have made in his life, how they have helped him find joy in what he does and improved especially his business endeavors  but also his family life.   Pick up a copy of his new book Profit with Presence: The Twelve Pillars of Mindful Leadership at amazon and be sure to check out his non profit website   http://livinginthegap.org.If you want to learn more about The Aware Athlete go to http://awareathlete.comif you would like to watch this episode on youtube go to  https://youtu.be/xo9vb74nwnU 

Today's interview is with Deanna Kay who is a long time Yoga teacher and practitioner and meditation teacher. To find out how powerfully yoga can impact your life get in touch with Deanna on her website https://deanna-kay.com/on instagram:  / beetparade  on facebook   / jean.kay.5036  on spotify https://open.spotify.com/user/1276650...If you would prefer to watch the podcast :   https://youtu.be/bnCD4RXYozQ

Learn what Somatic practice is and:How somatic education can help with learning new skills, improving movement, reducing pain, improving athletic performance. How somatic therapy can help with Grief, trauma, depression and inner difficulties of all kinds

The story of the writing of my new book - Mysterious Destiny: Mission to Moros. Personal Power, life defining moments, neutrality, inner conflict.If you would prefer to watch this episode go to  https://youtu.be/2JAw6-9xzyo to learn more about The Aware Athlete go to http://awareathlete.comto buy Mysterious Destiny go to   http://awareathlete.com/the-aware-athlete-book/ 

In this episode we interview Cheryl Ilov on her new book - The Reluctant Ninja: How a Middle Aged Princess Became a Warrior Queen. A great book taking you on a journey of exploration on introduction to the martial arts, learning new things, expanding the self, growing self confidence, learning to benefit from hard things and overcoming trauma.BUY THE BOOK AThttps://www.amazon.com/Reluctant-Ninja-Middle-Aged-Princess-Warrior/dp/0997681330find out more about Cheryl athttps://www.thefemininjaproject.comhttp://CherylIlov.comif you prefer to watch this episode   go to  https://youtu.be/fKFfzwbjndQif you want to learn more about the aware athlete go to http://awareathlete.comhttp://awareathlete.com/the-aware-athlete-book

In this episode of The Aware Athlete Show we talk to Ashly Winchester about FKTs, re-inventing yourself, love of nature, solo adventures, Covid at 18,000 ft and living with purpose. Ashly holds 53 FKT records. Learn what motivates her and how you can apply it to your life.Women of the wild podcast with host Ashly Winchesterhttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/women-of-the-wild/id1494383555follow ashly on instagram at  https://www.instagram.com/ashly.winchester/if you would prefer to watch this episode go to  https://youtu.be/-_VuxWzQTroto learn more about the aware athlete go to  http://awareathlete.comhttp:// awareathlete.com/the-aware-athlete-book

Mark Allen talks about being your best in sports and life. In this episode we discuss. Intelligent training including bike training safety, nutrition, heart rate training and when to use a heart rate monitor in a race, age group coaching, being connected to nature and community, having the ability to find strength through quieting the mind, building self awareness and Marks work with Brant Secunda and Huichol Indian wisdom, marks books, Fit Soul Fit Body and The art of competition, the real value of sport and the origin of Tommy Buzzcut. to learn more and contact Mark for coaching go tohttps://markallensports.com/if you prefer to watch this episode go to  https://youtu.be/dgFJY0ONqpIto learn more about the aware athlete go to http://awareathlete.comhttp:// awareathlete.com/the-aware-athlete-book

Christian Spirituality vs Religion.  Join us as we talk to Dr. Kaci who is a life enhancement coach, and ordained minister and holds a B.A. in Management/ with emphasis in psychology. We talk about so much including being your true self, learning from all life's experiences, forgiveness, making the world a better place by sharing ourselves and our gifts, the meaning of freedom, religion vs. spirituality, PTSD, stress, love, sex, marriage, and business. http://speakingfreedom.orghttp://speakingfreedomtv.orghttp://edu-freedom.orgif you would like to watch this episode go to   https://youtu.be/OtwokDy_Zcwto learn more about the aware athlete go to http://awareathlete.comhttp://awareathlete.com/the-aware-athlete-bookto learn more about the aware athlete go to http://awareathlete.comhttp://awareathlete.com/the-aware-athlete-book

experience your potential, personal power and health with Lisa Decker on The Aware Athlete Show. Lisa is a certified postural therapist through Egoscue University, has also studied Foundation Training and is certified in Qigong and Chi Running. Lisa is someone who will help your integrate a positive attitude into everything you do so that you can achieve your potential in fitness, life and health. To contact Lisa go to:http://alignedfit.com if you would prefer to watch this episode go to   https://youtu.be/U38Me5faDacIf you want to know more about the aware athlete go tohttp://awareathlete.comfor the awareathlete bookhttp://awareathlete.com/the-aware-athlete-bookfor minimalist running shoeshttp://awareathlete.com/minimalist-running-shoes

Unlocking your personal power with Samreen Mongillo on The Aware Athlete Show.  Samreen Mongillo is a dr. of Physical Therapy and and life coach. She will help you achieve your goals and live your best life.  Listen to the interview and catch some real gems about how you can improve your life , change habits, succeed , live your dreams and recover from stress overload and burn out. You can reach her at http://coachingbysamreen.comif you would prefer to watch this episodehttps://youtu.be/WVA_9lwbo-QIf you want to know more about the aware athlete go tohttp://awareathlete.comfor the aware athlete bookhttp://awareathlete.com/the-aware-athlete-bookfor minimalist running shoeshttp://awareathlete.com/minimalist-running-shoes

How to move from pain to vitality with Cheryl Ilov, Ninja, author, speaker, feldenkrais practitioner. How Cheryl overcame chronic back pain and continues to do the things she loves including becoming a black belt in martial arts - Ninpo Tai Jutsu. You can contact Cheryl at http://cherylIlov.comhttps://thefemininjaproject.com/but her book Fit and Flexible Forever Feeling Fabulous at Fifty and Beyond at https://www.amazon.com/Forever-Fit-Flexible-Feeling-Fabulous/dp/0997681306/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=If you would prefer to watch this episode go to https://youtu.be/PmKXhwN8hkkfor more about the aware athletehttp://awareathlete.com

Join us for  a discussion of  managing stress.  Learn about improving performance while maintaining  good health. Guest Violet Van Hees and  show host Scott Forrester Discuss, the deleterious effects of being stuck in the stress response, on performance and health and potential. Tools to consider are  the Feldenkrais Method, visualization, imagination, rest and recovery, homeostasis and the need for the good kind of stress called eustress to stimulation of to action and growth.  http://violetvanhees.com if you would prefer to watch this interview   https://youtu.be/0Gt67aV5Q0oto learn more about The Aware Athlete  http://awareathlete.comto buy The Aware Athlete Book  http://awareathlete.com/the-aware-athlete-book

The Aware Athlete show: Lauren Abrams on how to do extraordinary things in life.In this episode Lauren Abrams talks about the tools she uses to meet each situation in life. She shares her journey of going from drug addiction and weighing 80 lbs to finishing law school at USC and going into practice, then going further into her journey of finding out for herself the meaning of life, sharing connection, encouraging and finding your own inner heart and space. You too can do extraordinary things in any area of your life. You find out all about Lauren and her journey as well as her podcast at http://52weeksofhope.com   Lauren will soon have a new book out so check back on her website for updates. if you would prefer to watch this episode go to https://youtu.be/Yx-8HDSFHm0if you want to find out more about The Aware Athlete go to http://awareathlete.comto buy the Aware Athlete  book go to http://awareathlete.com/the-aware-athlete-book

Do you live your life as a grand adventure? In this video are Benny Mailman's lesson learned from world travelTo learn more about Benny or connect with him  http://bennymailman42.com https://www.amazon.com/s?k=finding+42+searcher+of+soul+keys&crid=1G06ZFAVCDTFF&sprefix=finding+42%2Caps%2C125&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_4_10if you would prefer to watch this episode go to  https://youtu.be/eoti4HicXLMto learn more about The Aware Athlete go to:   http://awareathlete.comhttp://awareathlete.com/the-aware-athlete-book

Find out how to use hypnosis to change your life. Change or break habits, improve athletic performance, take charge of your cancer. Use hypnosis to improve your life and be your best self.  If you would prefer to watch todays show go to:https://youtu.be/Za5SSxeD0uQto learn more or to contact Norman http://normanplotkin.comto learn more about the aware athlete:http://awareathlete.comto buy The Aware Athlete book http://awareathlete.com/the-aware-athlete-book

In this episode we delve into the inspiring story of mom, entrepreneur, ultra runner and life coach Flo Zurkinden as she shares her journey from bullying, abusive relationship and lack of direction to intentional living and gaining tools to overcome negative self talk, old habits, and making deep lifestyle changes. She now takes pleasure in helping others enjoy a fuller and more satisfying life.to learn more or get in touch with Flo go to therelentlesslifeproject.com and on facebook    https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=therelentlesslifeprojectif you would prefer to watch the interview go to  https://youtu.be/11qukZQm934 to learn more about the aware athlete go to awareathlete.com

Janet has a special skill set. She has dedicated her life to helping others with the detail of their running form and self use and also uses her running background to coach runners of all abilities and guide them toward success in their goals. Join us and get to know Janet and what she offers to runners and to all of us seeking to explore our potential.Janetrunyan.comIf you want to know more about The Aware Athlete, go to awareathlete.comif you would prefer to watch this episode, go to   https://youtu.be/ktcm_hOn07Q

An important, fun and informative interview with three of the founders of Elevated Running Retreats in beautiful Salida Colorado. Learn how to deepen and improve your practice of running or your general practice of awareness. A wonderful conversation about building bridges between exploring your movement and translating that exploration to doing the things you love to do. go to elevatedretreatsco.com for more information about their upcoming programs. for more about the aware athlete go to awareathlete.com

Journey with Mary as she overcomes multiple joint replacement, heat, cold, rain, logistics, and continually advancing aging to continue to do what she loves.  An inspiration for young and old and a discovery of how you train intelligently and do more that you thought possible for you.   to learn more about the aware athlete go to awareathlete.comif you prefer to watch the interview go to  https://youtu.be/NfyRb80pBLA 

In this episode I share my experience of hiking 320 miles on the pacific crest trailto learn more about the Aware Athlete go to awareathlete.com  The Aware Athlete Book is available on amazon

A wonderful conversation with elite runner  Brittany Charboneau discussing what it really means to be process oriented, to balance intensity with humor, to be yourself, to actually find your limits and maintain the joy and fun in what you do.  follow Brittany on instagram at funnyrunner26.2and mercuriarunning.comIf you want to know more about The Aware Athlete or the Aware Athlete book go to  https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+aware+athlete&ref=nb_sb_noss_1or    awareathlete.comif you would prefer to watch  this episode go to  https://youtu.be/cmy4uy2YPTs

Hillary Allen discovered a natural gift for sky running, especially uphill running. in this episode she tells her story of being ranked number one in the world in the sky running circuit then taking one  step which  literally changed the trajectory of her life during a sky race in Norway as she fell 150 ft and lay in a heap of broken bones and open skin on a steep rocky slope. Read her book "Out and Back".  We introduce her book with a tour of the lessons she learned from during her recovery, patience, courage through vulnerability, letting go of expectations, living much more in the moment and returning to what she loves as a better athlete than before the tragic fall.contact Hillary to learn more about her book and her coaching  at hillaryallen.comif you prefer to watch the podcast go to  https://youtu.be/Kik5IUl-gSIIf you want to learn more about the aware athlete or The Aware Athlete book go to awareathlete.com 

In this episode we explore fitness, strength, potential, the Feldenkrais Method, Mind Body studies, leadership, how to improve at anything, the importance of mindset and much more contact Tom at  s3nse.org if you prefer to watch go to (86) The Aware Athlete Show with guest - Fitness, Strength and movement expert Tom Rankin. - YouTubeif you want to find out more about The Aware Athlete go to aware athlete.com The Aware Athlete book is available at amazon.com in kindle, paperback or audio versions. 

Nancy Marmolejo is brilliant at bringing out peoples unique gifts and talents and setting them on a path towards personal and business growth.  Join Nancy for a discussion on life defining moments, personal values and innate abilities.  You can learn more about Nancy and her work at talentandgenius.com learn more about The Aware Athlete at awareathlete.comjoin The Aware Athlete Facebook group at   https://www.facebook.com/groups/106742633440108

The Aware Athlete Show with host Scott Forrester and guest Jae Gruenke. In this epidsode. we delve into running form, self awareness , breakthroughs in skill development and making running fun and efficient. Jae can be reached at balancedrunner.com    and she has a free Mind Your Running Challenge which you can access from her blogs on her website. you can watch this episode on youtube from the aware athlete channelfor more info on The Aware Athlete  go to awareathlete.com 

a fun and important dive into the subject of going toward the zone, potential, improvement, exercise, technique, and awareness. Rich shares a practical example, and we get to watch and listen as he works with  elite tri athletes.  Rich has 30 years experience working with athletes of all sorts and  people who have some area of their lives they would like to improveif you prefer to watch   https://youtu.be/HIpXR0GctuE if you want to learn more about the aware athlete go to awareathlete.com or subscribe to the youtube channel - the aware athlete show. 

In this episode we talk to Pam Reed 2x winner of the badwater 135 ultra marathon in Death Valley. She recently completed her one hundredth 100 mile race at the grandmasters ultra in Arizona. Pam s  enthusiasm and energy and inspiring and contagious. She lives all out from one adventure to the next. if you would prefer to watch this episode go to  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4122299143for more info on the aware athlete go to awareathlete.com

in this episode we delve into the running culture, philosophies, and training of elite Ethiopian runners.  Discover the dedication , principles of proper training and interesting and unusual training techniques to avoid overtraining and build teamwork and mental toughness.if you prefer to watch the interview   https://youtu.be/Gdc7GY4Cycgfor more information about  The Aware Athlete  go to  awareathlete .com

In this episode Duncan talks about the life changing power of nature in the treks he leads and the  Gossamer Gear philosophy of Take Less Do More.  Minimalism can be enriching. If you prefer to watch the episode   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDFUm-QqrFsto find out more about The Aware Athlete go to awareathlete.comalso on facebook   https://www.facebook.com/groups/106742633440108

Unlocking the Body's Wisdom: accessing your healing powers from within. Shara provides a framework for entering into you destiny and purpose and living a more joyful life.view on youtube  https://youtu.be/KPHytK-NEBc

in this episode we go on a journey with Shane Benzie searching the world for the secrets of the worlds best runners. We explore, owning your movement, the fascial system, tensegrity, and Shane's non bio mechanical approach to coaching. if you want to watch the episode go to  https://youtu.be/BZF9cPZZ2Rcfor more information on these topics go to awareathlete.com   

In this episode we talk with mental strength coach Gregg Swanson about mental toughness and owning your life and your choices.watch on youtube    https://youtu.be/MYOjp0vB6ugfor more information about the aware athlete    awareathlete.com

a discussion of more efficient, healthy, and pleasant movement. avoiding injury, increasing performance and moving practically through life.

In this episode we get clear insights from Jeff Haller on improving athletic and human performance and the unimaginable scope of human potential. to watch the show  https://youtu.be/AsB2AGrrePUto find out more about The Aware Athleteawareathlete.com

In this episode we explore The Feldenkrais Method of somatic education with practitioner Taro Iwamoto and how it intersects with physical therapy.watch on youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMpOZFm0Q98

In this episode we explore the difference between physical fitness and life fitness- the intersection of musical performance, injury, crossfit, self image and Feldenkraiswatch on youtube.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fa-st27h070 

A discussion with Olympian  Erin Mcleod who has been called the best goalkeeper in the world about focus, anxiety, performance, being in the zone and how she discovered  and uses mindfulnesswatch on youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbS3lfZ2CqI

todays interviews explores the ultra running evolution of Perry Newburn, his training, his dedication to the sport, his run across America, sharing his passion for running with the world through charity runs and youth coaching and how he takes action to make his dreams reality and inspires others to do the same.