The Curious Competitor with Connor Carrick

Do you ever wonder how your brain works? In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting Neurotherapist Dr. Andrew Hill, who graciously guides us through an exploration of cerebral operations. Following our participation in Quantitative EEG "brain mapping," we had the opportunity to interpret the ensuing data in real time during the podcast. Our analysis delves into an array of brain patterns, connections, and states of neural activity. Notably, several of these revelations unveil significant correlations with the daily-life symptoms I encounter and even extend to my athletic performance, all without any prior interaction with Dr. Hill. Our discussion extends to the impact of brain injuries on function, alongside an examination of how brain mapping holds promise for forthcoming athletes. We conclude by addressing pivotal lifestyle factors poised to enhance cognitive capabilities.   Episode Overview: 1:14 Understanding The Tests Of My Brain 3:39 Interpreting My Results - Performance 6:22 My Brain Patterns and Brain Waves  16:55 Why Connor Might Have Brain Fog  18:55 Being Tired Wired and Sleep 27:05 Acquired Vs Learned Brain  33:05 How Brain Mapping Could Help Future Athletes 48:19 Lifestyle Factors To Boost Results  58:52 Conclusion   Connect With Peak Brain Institute at https://peakbraininstitute.com/     To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  TOLOS BAREFOOT SHOES - Use Code “CC” for 10% Off Your Order - https://weartolos.com/ Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content

If you're a hockey player or any sport for that matter, and If you're looking to gain an edge on your opponents and train your brain in the same way that you train your body, then watch this video! Scott Livingston shares with us his methods for training our brain in the same way that we train our body, and it's sure to help you unleash your athletic potential! In this episode, I welcome renowned Performance Coach and Physical Therapist Scott Livingston. We discuss the concept of Neuro Reconditioning, and how traditional training modalities fail to consider how the brain functions. We talk about the importance of individuality in training based on sport, position, injury history, and body type. We also chat about the hidden challenges of working through injury as well the importance of disrupting narratives we tell ourselves.   Episode Overview: 0:00 Introduction 0:47 What Is Neuro Reconditioning? 18:12 Short Falls Of Typical Training Philosophy 25:25 Understanding Individuality In Training 33:20 The Hidden Challenge Working Through Injury 41:30 Physical Vs. Mental Issues (Software Vs. Hardware) 45:04 Interupting The Narratives We Tell Ourselves 57:20 The Four Stages Of Competence Related To Sport   Connect With Scott Here: https://www.instagram.com/kingopain/ Website: https://www.reconditioningHQ.com Leave Your Mark - https://leaveyourmark.buzzsprout.com/     TOLOS BAREFOOT SHOES - Use Code “CC” for 10% Off Your Order - https://weartolos.com/ To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content

In this episode, I break down some of my thoughts on the latest NHL trade deadline as well, as some personal stories of players that have been moved. I also discuss some recovery modalities I use to help me regulate my nervous system and maximize athletic performance during the season. I also talk about the importance of emotional regulation and off-season training advice for youth athletes.  TOLOS BAREFOOT SHOES - Use Code “CC” for 10% Off Your Order - https://weartolos.com/ To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content   Episode Overview:  0:00 Introduction  2:14 Thoughts on Trade Deadline  2:25 Dmitry Orlov 6:57 John Klingberg  10:20 Tanner Jeannot 11:46 Patrick Kane  17:11 Heart Rate Variability & Nervous System Regulation  20:20 Red Light Therapy & Dopamine  21:45 Napping & Non-Sleep Deep Rest  23:11 Importance Of Protein Consumption  24:12 Disrupting Of Routine  24:23 Visualization  26:35 Reading  27:48 Addressing Injuries  29:30 Training Advice For Youth Athletes  35:35 Emotional Regulation For Importance  37:57 Final Thoughts 

In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Lovecchio, a former professional hockey player and current trainer and co-host of the Hockey Think Tank Podcast. We talk about how it's not enough to just show up in the sport of hockey, how to grow confidence through discipline, and how to learn from your mistakes. Jeff also shares his journey from a professional athlete to becoming a trainer, his methods of using visualization to better his game, and the role models he looks at to expand his toolbox and better help his clients.    Listen to Jeff on the Hockey Think Tank Podcast: https://www.thehockeythinktank.com/podcast    Episode Overview:  2:00 The Game Within the Game 8:00 Discipline vs Motivation 12:30 From Professional Athlete to Trainer 21:00 Learning From Past Mistakes 24:00 How Storytelling Can Help or Hinder Your Game 32:00 Using Visualization to Better Your Game 38:00 Setting the Standard vs Responding to It 42:00 Hockey Role Models 50:00 Working Smarter and Harder    

In this episode, I am joined by Jack Han, a hockey consultant, former NHL analyst, and AHL coach. We discuss Jack's approach to personalized player analytics and development, what it's like to work alongside NHL head coaches and the exhausting nature of a hockey season. We also dive into the importance of storytelling to improve your game, how you can use hockey as a vessel to reach your long-term goals, and different exercises to better your physical and mental game.   Connect with Jack on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jhanhky The Hockey Tactics Newsletter: https://jhanhky.substack.com/   Timeline: 4:00 - Jack's Approach to Player Analytics 7:30 - Player Analytics vs Head Coaches 14:00 - Exhaustion During the Season 17:00 - Storytelling vs Analytics 22:00 - Hockey as a Vessel to Reach Long-Term Goals 31:00 - Showing Up in a Competitive Environment 35:00 - Visualization Using Time Horizons 48:00 - Growing Together as a Team

In this episode, we welcome Strength Coach Jim Ferris. Jim is known for his work in the basketball community from training with the Philadelphia 76ers for many years and training several NBA players that live their offseason in the Philadelphia area. We discuss how to adapt your training for performance and recovery metrics and identify weak links in training protocols. We also dive into where most athletes fail to focus on for their off-season training, and how playing the long game is the key to a sustainable and injury-free career.  We also discuss the challenges in youth development in sports and the success of your training is completely individual.    Episode Overview:  3:14 How To Adapt Training Based On Performance and Recovery 8:30 Balance Old-School Training Work Ethic Vs. Modern Approaches  12:30 Identifying Weak Links In Training & Working With Other Trainers 18:20 How To Get The Most Out Of Your Summer Training  22:40 Where Athletes Should Focus On Training 27:00 Balancing Life and Training 29:16 Playing The Long Game In Training 33:20 The Individuality Of Training 35:54 What Does Basketball Do Right and Wrong? 39:47 Challenges In Youth Development and Training 45:47 Redefining Success In Training 53:30 What Struggles Do You See With Modern Athletes?    Connect with Jim at https://gymferris.com/ To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit My  YouTube for additional content

In this episode, I sit down with Christian Burrus and Jeremy Tucker from Adapt Fitness, an app for customized training programs from top hockey performance experts. We talk about setting your training goals as an athlete based on your needs from the game, how Adapt Fitness can help fill gaps in various aspects of your athletic training, how to manage the stress of all the moving parts in maintaining your health and the game, and how to manage the tradeoffs between training and sleep. We also dive into why you should be customizing your training specific to your goals and needs, how to draw inspiration from the previous generation of athletes, and why education on all aspects of your training is the key to being a great athlete.  Episode Overview:  2:00 - Welcoming Christian and Jeremy 3:45 - What is Adapt Fitness 8:45 - Setting Your Training Goals 11:30 - Why Athletes Need Extra Support 18:00 - Managing the Stress of All the Moving Parts 22:00 - Tradeoffs in Your Training 24:45 - Why You Should Customize Your Training 30:00 - Taking Inspiration From the Previous Generation of Athletes 38:00 - Education and a Growth Mindset 44:00 - Comparing Training Around the World 47:00 - Training for Amateur vs. Professional Athletes 52:00 - Adapt Success Stories 57:00 Conclusion   Visit https://www.adaptfit.io/ to learn more about Adapt Fitness App      To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit My  YouTube for additional content

In this episode I am joined by Sam Whiting, a human potential specialist, to discuss all things breathwork. Sam talks about his journey as an alpine ski racing athlete and how he came to discover breathwork in his training, how to gain the ability to notice your nervous system and why breathwork is a powerful tool for wellness. Sam talks about the importance of training your breathing muscles, and the different types of breathwork practices, and teaches some tools accessible to everyone when starting with breathwork. We also dig into the impacts of chronic mouth breathing, the connection between your breath, your physiology, and your psychology, and how you can use breathwork to help influence your state of being.   Sam's Jackson Hole Winter Experience - https://www.samuelwhiting.com/jackson Free Week Of Passes Available Here Edge Theory Labs - Use Promo code "WhitingEnergy" For A Discount  Visit Sam at https://www.samuelwhiting.com/      To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content       Episode Overview:  10:30 Why Breathwork? 22:00 Training Your Breathing Muscles 26:00 Inhale vs Exhale 29:30 Different Types of Breathing Practices 35:30 Using Breathwork in Your Daily Life 47:00 Chronic Mouth Breathing 51:00 Breathwork and Physiology 57:00 Adaptability Through Your Habits 1:00:00 How to Work With Sam

In this episode, I recap what the last few months have looked like and some of my strategies for adopting a growth mindset. I dig into the concept of DIIG: Desire, Intent, Imagination, and Grind, and how I use these concepts to fuel my growth as a professional hockey player. I walk through some of the ways that I support healthy dopamine levels to fuel my desire, including cold exposure, vagal tone, taking phone breaks, and creating variations within my routine. I also talk about the mindset I take to prevent burnout, how to ask yourself questions in order to find solutions to your game, as well as how to effectively put your plans into place.   Timeline: 3:35 Growth Mindset 6:30 How Desire Leads to Improvement 16:00 Dopamine and Athleticism 23:00 Working Hard to Make Things Easy 27:00 Preventing Burnout as an Athlete 32:30 Using Intent in Practice 35:00 Using Imagination to Find Solutions 42:20 Putting Your Plans Into Place 50:30 Conclusion   To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit My  YouTube for additional content  

In this episode I sit down with J.B. Spisso to chat about career design, mental wellness, performance and what it looks like at the highest level. J.B. is a veteran of the US Armed Forces, leadership and culture expert, and author of the Warrior Leadership: Steps to Success for Leaders on the Ground. J.B. opened up about his decision to join the military and some of the parallels between the military and athletes in terms of setting and maintaining high standards and short term goals. We spoke about some of the examples of leadership in the locker room, how to pick yourself back up after defeat, some of our tools for mental wellness, and the importance of enjoying the journey that is your life.    Episode Overview: 0:00 Welcoming JB Spisso 5:00 Joining the Military 9:00 High Standards and Short Term Goals 3:30 Leadership in the Locker Room 21:00 Repairing Bruised Belief 30:00 Tools for Mental Wellness 41:30 Lessons From Combat 49:00 Understanding Your Needs 58:00 Conclusion   Instagram @ jbspisso Website: https://www.jbsleaders.com/   To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content

In this episode, we welcome Frankie Corrado, a professional hockey defenseman and former teammate of mine from the Toronto Maple Leafs. We took a trip down memory lane remembering our journeys into the professional hockey space and joining the OHL before becoming teammates on the Toronto Maple Leafs. We talked about the struggles of transitioning from junior hockey to the NHL, the ways that luck works for or against you, how we build mindfulness into our day, and battling through injuries.    Timestamps: 0:00 Welcoming Frankie Corrado 2:00 Frankie's Hockey Origin Story 6:00 Joining the OHL 14:30 Transition from Junior Hockey to NHL 20:45 Luck of the Draw in the Game 31:30 Reviewing Your Old Plays 37:30 Building a Mindfulness Practice 43:30 Battling Injuries 52:00 Building Mental Toughness 55:00 Don't Rim the Puck 1:05:30 Working with TSN   To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content

In this episode, I sit down with Sylvie Tetrault, sports nutritionist, about all things nutrition for athletes. We discuss her experience working with Gary Roberts and the NHL, the importance of good nutrition, systems or habits you can implement to help you achieve your nutrition goals, and staple foods to have on hand. We reflected on the changes in food systems that have led to food intolerances, and why the quality of food you eat is important. She breaks down why fasting may not be beneficial for all athletes and the cyclical nature of athletes, how to wind down after a late-night game, and why you should take responsibility for your own health.   Episode Overview: 0:00 Welcoming Sylvie Tetrault 0:30 Working with Gary Roberts 8:30 Foundational Basics of Nutrition 12:00 Systems for Effortless Results 16:15 Staple Foods to Keep on Hand 20:30 Foods that Get a Bad Rep 24:00 Fasting Practices as an Athlete 31:13 The Cyclical Nature of Athletes 48:30 Taking Responsibility For Your Own Health 56:15 Foundational Supplements for Athletes 1:07:00 Conclusion   Sylvie's Instagram: @Sylvietetrault Find Sylvie at Gary Robert's Performance: https://garyrobertsperformance.com/sports-nutrition/  Email: info@sylvietetrault.com    To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content  

In this episode, I sit down with a former teammate and NHL veteran, Aaron Volpatti, high-performance coach and author-to-be. We spoke about Aaron's story of adversity and perseverance that got him into the NHL, his relationship with high-stress environments and tolerance to pain, working through the fear of failure, and how to use the power of visualization to get to where you want to be.   For more information on Aaron's work, check out: https://www.aaronvolpatti.com/   Episode Overview:  0:00 Welcoming Aaron Volpatti 1:00 Aaron's NHL Origin Story 18:00 High-Stress Environments and Pain 23:00 Using Visualization to Get Into the NHL 29:00 What is Visualization 36:00 Getting Started with Visualization 43:00 The Fear of Failure 47:45 How to Stay in a Flow State  50:45 Adversity is an Opportunity for Growth 53:30 Looking at the Bigger Picture 57:00 Wat Aaron is Most Proud Of 58:30 Conclusion   To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content    

In this episode, we welcome former national taekwondo champion and founder of Pain Station, David Arsenault. We discuss how to find joy in the process of showing up every day to training, leaning into adversity, the importance of remaining consistent in your effort as an athlete, and how physical literacy can improve your life.   For more information on David's work, check out: https://www.championsforlife.ca/   Episode Overview:  0:00 Welcoming David Arsenault 5:00 David's Origin Story 12:00 Finding Joy in the Process 22:00 The Birth of Pain Station 28:00 Being Consistent in Your Effort as an Athlete 32:00 Bringing Personal Values Into Your Game 40:00 The Importance of Physical Literacy 57:00 Conclusion   To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content

In this episode, I sit down and reflect on this season so far as well as my brief experience being called up to the Seattle Kraken. We chat about my experience of how not to engage with NHL referees, the elements that make up a strong hockey team, working through minor injuries, and how my meditation practice has allowed me to lean further into my practice as an athlete.   Episode Overview: 2:40 Introduction 4:00 Schedule Disruptions 7:45 How Not to Engage with Referees 16:45 Elements of a Strong Team 22:40 Minor Injuries 29:00 Using Meditation to Improve my Game 39:00 Conclusion   To purchase my favorite Designs For Sport supplements visit www.connorcarrick.com  Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content  

How to surprise everyone to make the NHL, and then do it again, with the Ultimate edge finder and teammate, Liam O'Brien. In this episode, we discuss how adversity challenged Liam's growth and belief in himself, strategies that Liam uses to reflect let go and prepare for the next battle. We also discuss the evolution of the sport in youth, as well as, some secret stories from Hersey Bears during their time as roommates.    0:30 Introduction 1:57 Breakthrough In Washington 7:47 Favourite Memorabilia & First NHL Goal 10:36 First Stint In NHL & Challenge Of Being Send To Minors 17:45 How Liam Uses Writing To Reflect and Let Go 24:00 How Injuries Challenge You To Grow 34:36 Signing In Colorado & Playing In Arizona 39:40 What Gives Liam An Edge   43:18 The Power Of Belief 47:47 The Evolution Of Preparation Of Sport 1:02:02 How Connor Got In A Fight With An AHL Heavyweight 1:08:21 Stories From The AHL   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

In this episode, we welcome Arizona Coyotes Performance Director Devan McConnell to the show. We discuss how to prepare for the demands of a training camp, how to approach training during a season, and the power of intention on meeting your goals. We also discuss specific considerations for the youth athlete, and why nutrition and recovery is key to performance.   0:12 Introduction 2:00 What Makes Devan Different?  6:30 How Devan Approaches Working With New Athletes? 9:20 Preparing For The Demands Of Camp 13:47 The Power Of Intent In Training 21:13 How To Approach In-Season Training  29:34 Considerations For Youth Athletes Off-Season Training 38:05 How To Find Balance in Training - On-ice Vs. Off-Ice  43:19 One Thing Devan Would Change In NHLer's Approach  45:30 Recovery Techniques & Strategies  49:28 Nutrition in Youth Athletes & Mental Health  57:10 Creative Solution To A Training Restriction  1:00:00 Devan's Favorite Success Story 1:03:57 Conclusion  Devan's Book  Food What The Heck Should I Eat? Food Rules

A most skilled player amongst skilled players, offensive legend Robbie Schremp shares lessons learned as a former 1st round pick. We discuss the importance of coaching at the right time of development, how to play like a pro, and how to evolve your game to provide the most value to your team.  Episode Overview:  01:47 Robbie's Origin Story  10:29 Right Coaching Right Time  12:20 Rob's OHL Experience  22:20 Learning To Play Like A Pro & Dale Hunter  27:11 Rob's Reflection Of Career 39:05 Evolving Your Game To Provide Value 42:15 What is Vision 44 & Why Teach? 51:10 What Did You Like About European Leagues? 1:03:00 Conclusion    44visionhockey.com  @44vision On instagram   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

In this episode, we welcome Skills Coach, Brian Keane. We discuss what makes an elite hockey player elite in comparison to the average player. We talk about Brians's approach to training youth players, and how role players have a unique perspective on adversity. We talk about learning styles, what training looks like for NHL players in the offseason, and how to approach training holistically rather than just peaking for camp. In conclusion, we talk about Connor's weak points in his skill development and how he is working through it.   To connect with Brian visit: https://www.prodigy-hockey.com/     Episode Overview:  0:12 Introduction 2:15 What Makes An Elite Hockey Player? 3:45 What Makes An Average Player? 5:04 How Brian Approaches Training A Youth Player 7:15 The Skill Subtleties Of Some Star Players  10:45 What Can Star Players Learn From Role Players? 13:05 What Can Third and Fourth Liners Steal From Stars?  17:32 Collaborative Training  23:00 Brian's Creative Approach To Training & Drills  27:55 Ecological Dynamics & Learning Styles  39:46 Favorite Drills That Emulate Game  44:00 What Does Training Look Like In Off-Season?  48:22 Peaking For An Event Vs. Holistic Preparation  52:04 What Is Something Brian Has Stopped Doing? 54:09 What's Held Connor Back?  57:30 Conclusion   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

After a long hiatus away from the microphone - I step back into the podcasting seat and discuss with you the reason for the break and update you with what I have been working on and battling with since the summer. We talk about my experience in Seattle for Training Camp, how I found an old pair of skates that helped me find my stride, how I improved my backhand play, and what it's been like playing in Charlotte. We also dive into the differences between AHL and the NHL, as well as my current nutrition, supplementation, and training approach. 0:12 Introduction 1:12 Why The Break  3:15 Training Camp In Seattle  5:22 My New (Old) Skates  11:58 Draisaitl and Improving Backhand Play 18:32 Training Camp Continued  27:14 Getting Sent Down To Charlotte / AHL 31:53 Examining Your Standards  35:15 Being A Leader and Difference Between AHL / NHL 39:05 Current Nutrition Approach  45:00 Supplementation  48:06 Current Training and Mindset Approach  56:36 Conclusion   Our Breath Collective Wave Red Light     Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

In this episode, I sit down and check in halfway through the off-season. We discuss our thoughts on the Expansion Draft and the stellar play of Islanders, Montreal, and Tampa during the playoffs. As well as, my thoughts approaching Free Agency, how I've been training and my nutrition, and my mindset approaching this coming season.    Episode Overview:  1:30 Expansion Draft 5:54 Thoughts on Islanders 8:49 Montreal Run 13:18 Tampa Bay Lightning  24:39 Approaching Free Agency 30:49 Skates and Training 33:48 Nutrition Approach 38:13 Sauna and Red Light Therapy 41:54 Supplementation   Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

In this episode, we welcome Elisa Haggarty. Elisa is a Conscious Leadership Coach and the host of The School of Unlearning Podcast. In this episode, we discuss how life is actually happening for you not against you, how to consciously halt repeated drama patterns and allow yourself to feel feelings to completion. We break down what emotional literacy looks like in our lives, and how the experiences of our life have shaped our emotional intelligence. We decipher facts from the stories we tell ourselves, and we discuss how to unlearn the beliefs, stories, and patterns we developed throughout our lives.   Episode Overview:  4:11 How Life Is Happening For You 11:19 Repeated Drama Patterns  13:00 Feel Feelings To Completion 17:57 Emotional Literacy  21:44 Understanding Fact And Story 25:57 How Serious Is Suffering 31:00 Redefining What Health Looks Like 33:56 What is Unlearning? 40:00 How Do You Unlearn Beliefs, Stories, and Patterns  49:39 What Elisa Is Most Proud Of   You can connect with Elisa here Follow The School Of Unlearning On Apple Podcasts & Instagram     Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Peter Russo. Peter is a Consultant for PRS Hockey that provides skill, video, and spiritual mentorship. We discuss redefining how to learn, the art to the game that is hockey, how to build your psyche and raise your potential by looking inward.    You can find Part 1 with Peter Russo Here   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

In this episode, we welcome Peter Russo. Peter is a Consultant for PRS Hockey that provides skill, video, and spiritual mentorship. We discuss how committing to life and personal growth aids the sport you play, how to make extraordinary out of the most ordinary, how to stay focused on process, and how to live more consciously.    Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor's Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

In this episode, we welcome Cody Royle. Cody is an author and football coach. He's spent the last six years as the head coach of AFL Team Canada, the men's national program for Australian Rules football. Cody is a standout voice in how leadership propels teams to sustained success and now coaches other head coaches in elite sports, and now mentors over a dozen coaches in half a dozen different sports around the world. We discuss the struggles of being a head coach in any league and what it's like to be in the "hot seat" as a coach. How to navigate the management of player's emotions and psychology, decision making, and performance. Why future coaching can't be modeled with the traditional fear-based approach, but rather in safety, transparency, and emotional understanding.    Follow Cody on Social Media Instagram  Cody's Website Cody's Best Selling Book "The Tough Stuff"      Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

In this episode, I break down the challenges and successes of this past season.  I discuss what it was like to train during Covid for an unknown return to play, logging 30 minutes a night in the AHL on a Conditioning Stint, and trying to manage family life and hockey in a pandemic. I also touch on the difference between AHL and NHL, and the turning point in the season which allowed for some strong on-ice performances in the later stretch. "Charlie's gonna get to see you play." An episode looking back at last season, so I look forward to the next.   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

This week we welcome, Kenneth Swartz. Ken is the founder and Chief Science Officer of C60 Purple Power. Ken has run research science laboratories over the course of his career and discovered C60 while developing the MOXY fusion reactor. In this episode, we discuss, the power of this antioxidant and its healing potential. This may be the next CBD-like product in years' time. We get real curious today trying to level up the age-old question, how can I have more energy?    Follow C60 Purple Power on Instagram  C60 Purple Power Website   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

This week we welcome, Pierre Debar. Pierre DeBar is an Educator and Holistic Practitioner that utilizes techniques such as Mental Performance Coaching, Emotional Intelligence, Breathwork coaching, meditation to optimize the performance of the whole individual. In this episode, we discuss how emotional intelligence, mindset, self-reflection and mental resilience is the future of performance in sport.    Follow Pierre on Instagram    Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

This week we welcome, Patrick McKeown. Patrick is a world-renowned author and breathing practitioner. In this episode, Patrick describes the importance of nasal breathing, and how to improve aerobic capacity through breathing practices. He breaks down the "BOLT" score to be able to measure your carbon dioxide tolerance, and how to use breath for focus and concentration.   Patrick's Oxygen Advantage website here.    Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

This week we welcome, Matt Martin. Matt is currently a winger for the New York Islanders of the National Hockey League. He has been described as both an enforcer and a grinder while being one of the best guys in the locker room. A veteran of over 725 NHL games - In this episode, Matt describes his evolution as a player, from being a walk-on in Junior to being drafted in the second year of eligibility in a late-round, and how he redefined himself to flourish for so long in that bottom-six role. We also discuss the importance of having a support system when you face adversity in your career, as well as, the power that family provides in leaving hockey life at the door.      Matt's Instagram here. Twitter here.   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

In this new short series called "Mini-Sticks", we highlight and reflect on some of our favorite moments of the life of our podcast so far. This week we hear from Robin Sharma.  Robin's ability to lead and teach others how to lead is beautifully demonstrated in all of his prepared speeches, and published books. He champions devoted focus in a world of great distraction. He teaches the powers of rest in a world chronically overworked. He Walks the Walk in a world where on social media it's so easy to talk the talk. In this episode, we highlight together how to live life on purpose, the power of community, how no one wants average, and making the world a better place.    Robin's Website here.    Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

In this new short series called "mini-sticks", we highlight and reflect on some of our favorite moments of the life of our podcast so far. This week we hear from Karissa Kouchis.  From being my neighbor from down the block in Orland Park, to becoming a national speaker for Tony Robbins. Her inner fire, ability to self-start, and desire to balance her high performance with an appreciation for the process is contagious. In this episode, we highlight together with the concept of standards, how true leaders just start, and how to have a legacy mindset.    Karissa’s Instagram here.    Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

Josh Pauls is an ice sled hockey player and Captain of the U.S. National Team. He was born without tibia bones and had both legs amputated at 10 months old. At age 17, he was the youngest member of the gold medal-winning squad at the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games. He went on to make his second Paralympic team, winning gold in Sochi. In this episode, we discuss his journey in sled hockey, finding consistency, being the hero in your own story, how perspective is reality, and negative self-talk.   Josh’s Website here. Instagram here. Twitter here.   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

Geoffrey Woo is an Entrepreneur and Investor. He is the host of the H.V.M.N. Podcast and features conversations with world champion athletes, leading scientists, and interesting people at the top of their field. In this episode, we discuss all things human optimization. Such as metabolic flexibility, stress, physical hormesis, nutrition optimization, and while sharing stories in a life of entrepreneurship and perspective on the bounty of modern-day life.    Geoff’s Instagram here. Visit HVMN Website here.   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast! 

In this episode, we welcome Steve “Dangle” Glynn.  Steve is a bonafide professional sports fan, turned sports analyst, and author. Dangle began his career posting hockey-related content on the internet and the attention of fellow fans of the Maple Leafs soon followed, years later he finds himself in sports media. In this episode we discuss his journey over the past 13 years of creating content, the struggles and the victories, and how pursuing a passion for hockey led him through an unconventional path to his dream job - working in hockey.    Steve’s Instagram here. Check out “Steve Dangle Podcast” here.  Steve’s Youtube Page here.   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast! 

While chasing his NHL dream Ben sustained a serious head injury that almost took his life. After the injury, Ben pushed the envelope training for two years. Defying the odds he returned to continue chasing his NHL dream as Captain of the Kitchener Rangers. After a stint in professional hockey, Ben decided to chase something new, something bigger than hockey, something he calls Heroic Minds. Today, Ben is the host of the Heroic Minds Podcast, a Motivational Speaker, a Behavioural Health and Performance Consultant, and Founder of Heroic Apparel.    You can find Ben here. Ben’s Instagram here. Check out Ben’s Podcast “Heroic Minds” here.   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast! 

In this episode, we welcome Kyle Palmeri.    Kyle Palmieri is an American professional ice hockey right winger and alternate captain for the New Jersey Devils of the National Hockey League. He was drafted in the first round, 26th overall, by Anaheim in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft.   Find Kyle's Website here or on Instagram here.   Join our Curious Competitor Podcast Facebook Page. Follow Connor’s Instagram or Twitter Visit our YouTube for additional content Donate here to support our Podcast!

In this episode, we welcome, Blake Bolden.   Blake Bolden is an American women's ice hockey player. She became the first African-American player to compete in the National Women's Hockey League. In February 2020, Blake became the first black female pro scout for the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL and the second-ever female pro scout in the NHL.   Donate to the show at Patreon.com/thecuriouscompetitor   #curiouscompetitor ____ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial

In this episode, we welcome, Nathan Gerbe.    Nathan Gerbe is an American professional ice hockey player currently playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets of the National Hockey League. He previously played with Genève-Servette HC of the National League and for the Carolina Hurricanes and the Buffalo Sabres in the National Hockey League. At 5 feet and 4 inches tall, Gerbe is the shortest skater in NHL history.   Timestamps:  [0:00] Introduction [0:02] Origin Story - Growing up differently  [0:04] Managing everyone saying “you’re too small” & childhood stories  [0:08] The power of accountability & non-negotiables  [0:11] Habits. Routines and resources for staying centered in hockey and life  [0:16] Finding longevity in the sport, off-day routines & wellness [0:19] Toolbox of secret weapons, practice day & gameday  [0:21] Favourite influences for training  [0:24] Proudest moments as a professional  [0:26] Playing in Europe while maintaining a reputation  [0:29] Role Models & Martin St. Louis  [0:35] First game back after Europe [0:37] The differences in the game since coming into the league [0:38] Leadership styles  [0:40] Balance in the locker room  [0:42] Biggest failures in career & reflection [0:49] Advice for ourselves & younger players [0:51] Good habits on the ice / Practice Habits  [0:54] Giving up on perfect  [0:57] Favourite leaders in his career - Grier, Pominville, Eric Staal, Tortorella [1:00] Purpose beyond Hockey, public speaking, and giving back  [1:03] Closing Reflection   Donate to the show at Patreon.com/thecuriouscompetitor   #curiouscompetitor ____ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial

In this episode, we welcome, Roland Pankewich.   Roland is a Performance Consultant with Peak Performance Athletics, which focuses on the clinical practice of health optimization. He is also a Sports Advisory Board Member and Educator for Designs For Sport.    Our apologies for the audio quality of this episode, we had a technical issue with Connor's Microphone and had to resort to backup audio. Thank you for your understanding.     Use promo code: CCP150 at Designsforsport.com for a rebate on Roland's Course for Applied Nutrition. Donate to the show at Patreon.com/thecuriouscompetitor   #curiouscompetitor ____ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial

Meghan Duggan is an American ice hockey forward who played for the United States at the 2010 Winter Olympics and 2014 Winter Olympics, winning two silver medals; she was the captain of the U.S. team at the 2018 Winter Olympics, where she won a gold medal.   Donate to the show at Patreon.com/thecuriouscompetitor   #curiouscompetitor ____ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial

Justin Holl is an American professional ice hockey defenseman currently playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs of the National Hockey League. He was originally drafted in the second round, 54th overall, by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.   Donate to the show at Patreon.com/thecuriouscompetitor   #curiouscompetitor ____   FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial

Giovanni Marsico is the founder of Archangel - a community of superhero entrepreneurs, leaders and game-changers that are making the world a better place through mission-driven entrepreneurship and philanthropy. Giovanni hosts his large-scale fundraiser in Toronto every September for thousands of entrepreneurs called Archangel Summit where all of the proceeds are used to support various charities and offer micro-loans, investments, and grants to entrepreneurs creating a positive impact. He also runs an invitation-only, private community called Archangel Masters for highly successful entrepreneurs impacting the lives of millions of people. https://archangelsummit.com/   #CuriousCompetitor   FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial

In this episode, we take questions from fans as well as a few questions with Producer Colin about life, success, and curiosity. Season 3 is here! After a short break, we are excited to be back. We have a tremendous line up of guests for you. We thought we'd start with a little AMA. We enjoy these, sit down and talk about life and field questions from our audience.   Please note that we had some audio Issues on Colin's microphone for the first 10 minutes of the podcast.     #CuriousCompetitor   FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial

In this episode, we welcome Chicago Cubs Outfielder - Ian Happ.    In addition to being a professional baseball player for the Cubs, Ian also hosts a podcast called "The Compound Podcast". Ian and teammates Dakota Mekkes and Zack Short share their MLB experiences, baseball life, and interview guests.    Ian also partnered with Connect Roasters to create Quarantine Coffee. $3 from every bag sold goes directly to COVID-19 relief charities. https://www.connectroasters.com/pages/quarantine-coffee   #CuriousCompetitor ________________________________________________________________________ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial  

In this episode, we welcome Marc Bubbs. Dr. Bubbs is a Naturopathic Doctor, consultant of Performance Nutritionist for Canada Basketball. Dr. Marc has been working with elite and professional athletes, busy executives, and motivated individuals aiming to improve their health for almost two decades, using an evidence-based approach to nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle modifications. Bubbs is also the author of the best-selling new book called "PEAK".    #CuriousCompetitor ________________________________________________________________________ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial  

In this episode, we welcome Lexi Carrick. #CuriousCompetitor ________________________________________________________________________ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial

In this Episode, we welcome Randy Hetrick.   Randy Hetrick, a former Navy Seals Special Operations Commander retired after 14.5 years of service to seek the challenge of graduating with his MBA from Stanford, where he then formulated his business plan to launch what we know today as TRX.  I love training with a TRX, I love learning from leadership cues within our Military, and from the creativity behind entrepreneurial stories. Randy shares his story regarding all three topics in our time together today. His grace and grit shines in our podcast and I assure you this episode is a must listen if you want to learn more about how to manage momentum during adversity stricken times, about how humility breeds a beginner's mind, and why Randy's relationship with challenge continues to evolve.   #CuriousCompetitor ________________________________________________________________________ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial   Music by: Alex Vigneault of "Ready Steady Steroids"

Jana and I talk about how she developed as a way to bring equipment free training to the masses. Jana demystifies some of the elements of yoga that can be daunting to people and made the physical and spiritual experience that is Joga more approachable. We also talk at length about her own wellness journey after a severe health scare involving a car accident, on top of the responsibilities still involved with being a single Mom and entrepreneur. She leads with empathy, with passion for Joga's ability to foster holistic growth, while also allowing the universe to work its magic, presenting to Jana the answers she needs when she looks for them. This is one of my favorite podcasts to date, simply great conversation and connection in a time where this is particularly hard to come by.   Interested in JOGA? JOGA Coaching Certification is available for 20% Off for all listeners using Promocode "CONNOR20". Visit https://jogaworld.com/become-a-coach/ for more information.   We apologize for the technical difficulties with the recording in the first 15 minutes.    #CuriousCompetitor ________________________________________________________________________ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial   Check out Producer Colin IG: https://bit.ly/2ZIDPSB @colinsteingard Twitter: @colinsteingard   Music by: Alex Vigneault of "Ready Steady Steroids"

Meghan Chayka is an Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of  STATHLETES Analytics - working in startups, economics, and hockey. Meghan's passion for leading with poise and eloquence shines in this episode as she shares her lessons learned in a life in business and hockey. Her authenticity and desire to connect is so apparent and it's clear why she is able to command the respect Meghan does in any room lucky enough to have her in it.    Please enjoy my conversation with Meghan Chayka as we both continue to pursue our best as more Curious Competitors. #CCPOD   ________________________________________________________________________ FOLLOW ALONG IG: https://bit.ly/2TiHuEn @connorcarrick Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GVWdju @connorcarrick YouTube: https://bit.ly/2OJDDl2 TikTok: @connorcarrick Facebook: @connorcarrickofficial   Check out Producer Colin IG: https://bit.ly/2ZIDPSB @colinsteingard Twitter: @colinsteingard   Music by: Alex Vigneault of "Ready Steady Steroids"

In this weeks episode we welcome, Ronny Lvovski (Primal Gourmet). Ronny is one of my favorite Instagram follows and just so happens we've been able to connect and become friends in real life. We've seen each other grow as he promised me years ago over dinner that he'd have his own cook book, and I offered him one back hinting I wanted to start my own podcast. . He passionately has built his brand on helping you eat more deliciously while aligning your food choices with your health goals. He shares in this podcast his leap of faith from a life as a professor into the Instagram influencer world. He discusses the ability we all have to change ourselves when we decide, the power of staying in the process, and of course his true secret to how he's grown his following-adding value and fun to your daily life, making cooking more approachable. . Congratulations on your book release Ronny. I'm making one of your recipes for Lexi tonight in honor of our podcast brother. . #PrimalGourmet #Whole30 #FeedTheFire