The Momentous Podcast

This week we are joined by our writer, Phil White, and Dr. Robert A. Huggins of the University of Connecticut. Robert is the Vice President of Research and Athlete Performance & Safety at the Korey Stringer Institute at UConn. There, Robert conducts performance testing on athletes who are looking to enhance their performance through the use of scientific insights.Robert uses his experience as a professional trainer to treat cases of exertional heatstroke in events like The Boston Marathon and The Marine Corps. Marathon. Recently, Robert and his colleagues conducted a study on one of our products, PR Lotion, and found that it can actually help you stay hydrated in heat and humidity.  Show Notes:1:00 - The Recent Study & How it Relates to War Fighters and First Responders. “I think the key findings here are the level of hydration maintained over the 5-hour protocol. We found that the group that used the PR Lotion showed a significantly less of a body mass loss.”11:30 - Changes in Blood Sodium & Fluid Retention. “We may have given too much fluid, to the point that we were not able to see what happened to the sodium levels in the blood afterwards. So we're super excited for the next studies because we'll be able to see those blood-sodium levels after the placement of the lotion without any fluid being given.” 22:00 - Behavior Changes. “We know the reasons athletes die in sport. The top causes are head, heat, heart, and hemoglobin. In the months of August, heat is number one. We know how they die and we know how to treat them but often we are combated by old-school behaviors of ‘water is for the weak.' and are resistant to change because it may have not been what they did when they were younger.”30:00 - Wearables & Marketing Claims. “To be able to access hydration status accurately in various individuals is the holy grail. It's going to impact so many different populations and not just athletes. Old people. People with diabetes.”40:00 - Why Robert Does It. “The fact that my work, our work at the Korey Stringer Institute can go from making someone think better on a test or on a task during the day to getting a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics.” 

There has been a lot of change at Momentous recently. As some of you may know, we merged with Amp Human this past June - so the purpose of this episode is to introduce some of the founders of Amp Human and share their stories. Today we are joined by co-Founders Jeff Byers and Erica Good, along with writer, Phil White.For context, moving forward, both brands will align under the name Momentous and you will continue to receive the same best-in-class products, plus even better innovation thanks to our partnership.Show Notes:1:30 - How Jeff & Erica Met. “We learned how to put a tool out there that would allow athletes to get the most from their bodies and we really continued on that pathway into building Amp Human."11:00 - PR Lotion for All Athletes. “Having a body is the universal part of the experience. As a human, you have a body and what you're able to get from that body influences everything - it influences your happiness, what can you do.”17:30 - Merger. “How do we create a system-based approach to human performance that takes some of those core puzzle pieces and starts building them together. We want to build a foundation for that athlete that's always improving or trying to level up.”31:00 - Scientific Evidence, Peer Reviews, & A Complete Company. “We have a good combination of artists and soldiers.”41:00 - Positives of the Past Year. “More people were continuous or thinking about their health more broadly. They were thinking more about their immune system - they were thinking more about sleep. Overall, people were thinking more consistently about their wellness.”

Today's guest is Meghann Featherstun. Meghann is a Clinical Dietitian, a Wellness Coach, a Mother, a Runner, and the founder of Featherstone Nutrition. At Featherstone Nutrition, Meghann helps clients find their happy place with nutrition, exercise, body composition and life.  Additionally, Meghann also works closely with us at Momentous and is lending her services as a prize for a lucky winner of our Strava Campaign. Find Megan:Featherstone NutritionInstagram FacebookFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Our guest this week is Rachel Sanders, CEO and Co-founder of Rootine - a health and wellness company focused on optimizing cellular nutrition through better data science and personalized health solutions. Find Rachel:InstagramTwitterRootineRootine InstagramRootine TwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Our guest this week is Dan John. Dan has been a strength coach for over 40-years and was an All-American Discus Thrower. Dan has also competed at the highest level of Olympic Lifting, Highland Games, and Weight Pentathlon, in which he holds an American record. Dan is also the author of more than 10 books - the latest of which is titled Attempts - Essays on Fitness, Health, Longevity and Easy Strength.Our host this week is Phil White, an Emmy-nominated author and frequent contributor to the Momentous Blog. Phil has co-authored a number of bestselling books like The 17 Hour Fast with Dr. Frank Merritt, Waterman 2.0 with Dr. Kelly Starrett, and Unplugged with Andy Galpin & Brian Mackenzie. Find Dan:InstagramFacebookYouTubeDan John UniversityFind Phil:WebsiteInstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Our guest this week is Sam Briggs, a Professional CrossFit Athlete. Sam is originally from Leeds, England but currently resides in the US. Being a 9-time CrossFit Games Competitor and 2013 CrossFit Games winner, Sam is an all-time CrossFit great. She is an amazing example of longevity and durability, and a wonderful representative for her sport and her country. Earlier this year, we welcomed Sam to the Momentous Family and have been helping fuel her in her goal to become the ‘fittest 40-year-old in history.'Find Sam:InstagramWebsiteLinktreeFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

This week's guest is Craig Hoffman. Craig is a personal trainer, journalist, podcast host, sports commentator, and friend of Momentous. Craig's relationship with Momentous began with the Train with the Best Podcast, which he co-hosts with fellow trainer, Chris Gorres.Find Craig:Train with the BestInstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Professional Runner, Molly Seidel. Molly is a multiple-time NCAA Champion in Cross Country and in Track and is a member of the US Olympic Marathon Team for Tokyo. Molly is a beloved member of the American distance running community and the Momentous family. Find Molly:InstagramTwitterFacebookMomentous Youtube SeriesFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Phil White. Phil is an Emmy Nominated Writer and a co-author of The 17 Hour Fast with Dr. Frank Merritt, Waterman 2.0 with Kelly Starrett, Unplugged with Dr. Andy Galpin and Brian Mackenzie, and Game Changer with Fergus Connolly. Phil is also a frequent contributor to The Momentous Blog. Phil's new book with Dr. Jim Afremow, The Leader's Mind, is available for pre-order now.  Find Phil:WebsiteInstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Our guest today is Chris DiSanto - our VP of Team Sales here at Momentous. Before working at Momentous, Chris was in sales at Iron Grip, a strength training equipment company. And before that, Chris was an NFL Strength Coach.Find Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

We are joined again by Jordan Mazur. Jordan is a Registered Dietitian, the Director of Performance Nutrition for the San Francisco 49ers, and Advisor to Momentous. As this was his second time on the podcast, Jordan caught us up on a number of topics, including the whirlwind of an NFL season this past year, injury prevention, glucose monitoring devices, and more. Find Jordan:InstagramTwitterMen's JournalFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Our guest in this episode is Melanie Strong. Mel is a Managing Partner at Next Ventures, working alongside Julian Eison and Lance Armstrong. Next Ventures is a health and fitness focused venture capital fund. Prior to joining Next, Mel spent the majority of her career so far in Sports Marketing, included 17 accomplished years at Nike.  In this episode, Matt and Mel discussed things like her decision to move on from Nike, how she goes about setting expectations for herself, and building relationships with people in the venture space. The two also talked about things like the possible lasting changes of 2020 and the connection between mental health and spending time outdoors.Find Mel:InstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

For this week's episode, Matt is joined by Momentous Employee, Nicky Mullen, in the first installment of ‘Ask Momentous'. In this episode, questions and topics have been culled from Instagram and our podcast landing page to be answered and discussed. The two went over questions like “What products are you planning to release in the future?” and  “Why did you start this company?”If you have any questions you'd like to submit, please visit our landing page!Find Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

This week's guest is Jason Havey. Jason is the CEO of Onnit, a health and fitness brand whose main business is selling supplements online. Previously, Jason spent 17 years in the hotel industry before he made the transition to health and fitness. In this episode, Matt and Jason discussed Jason's life and career before Onnit, Aubrey Marcus's influence on the company's trajectory, and how Jason goes about developing a product. The two also talked about how Jason defines success, how he's gone about filling the CEO role, and the major decisions Jason has made to better his life.Find Jason:OnnitInstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Eric Min, the CEO and Co-founder of Zwift. Zwift has been known as ‘the fitness company born out of gaming.' The Zwift platform allows users to run or ride in virtual settings with other cyclists or runners anywhere around the world. In this episode, Matt and Eric discussed things like Zwift's origin story and the different strategies used to grow the company. The two also talked about the importance of community, the increase in at-home fitness, and the benefits and drawbacks of facilitating remote competitions.Find Eric:ZwiftInstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

In this week's episode, we are joined by Helaine Knapp. Helaine is the CEO and Founder of CITYROW, a fast-growing, boutique fitness studio, based in New York, with locations nationwide. With the recent launch of an at-home, rower product, it was interesting to talk to Helaine about the relationship between at-home fitness versus in-gym, boutique fitness. In this episode, Matt and Helaine discussed things like how CITYROW began, the differences between rowing for fitness and rowing for sport, and different workout trends. The two also discussed boutique fitness and how to handle rejection. Find Helaine:CITYROWInstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Marcus Filly, a 6-time CrossFit Games Athlete who has since moved on to become a highly respected name in the fitness industry. Marcus is the owner of Revival Strength, an online coaching business with a unique programming style centered around the goals to look good and move well. In this episode, Marcus and Matt discussed how Marcus was introduced to health and fitness, his CrossFit career, and how he transitioned into Functional Bodybuilding. The two also talked about how to set life goals, how to set a sustainable fitness plan, and the importance of steady-state cardio.Find Marcus:Revival StrengthInstagramYouTubeFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Dr. Karen Cogan, a licensed psychologist who currently serves as the Senior Sports Psychologist for the United States Olympic Committee. Working out of the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Karen is currently responsible for acrobat and combat sports.  In this episode, Matt and Karen discussed her relationships with Olympic athletes and how the USOC groups athletes. The two also talked about mental health in athletics and how people have been coping with the changes caused by the pandemic.Find Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Tim Caron, former Head Strength Coach at Army Westpoint and currently the Founder and Head Coach at Allegiate Gym in Redondo, CA. This is Tim's second time on the show, one of our first repeat guests, and a very deserving one at that. Tim is one of the people we rely on most heavily for product development input at Momentous as well as some on-camera time.In this episode, Matt and Tim discuss things like how Tim prepared for fatherhood, some tips Tim has for focusing, and how his gym has operated during a pandemic. The two also talked about the pros and cons of in-home training and in-person training, the telltale signs of when to take a break, and how Tim has leveraged the internet to help his business. Find Tim:Allegiate GymInstagramThe Performance Health PodcastFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

We are joined by Paula Findlay, an Olympian and recently crowned World Champion Triathlete. We, here at Momentous, are incredibly fortunate to call Paula and her partner Eric Lagerstrom two of our newest athlete partners. As mentioned, Paula is fresh off her win at the PTO World Championship in Daytona, Florida, where she ran away from a stacked field of pros in really one of the only racing opportunities of 2020. In this episode, Paula and Matt discussed things like the highs and lows of 2020, what the Daytona win meant to Paula, and how Paula goes about training and setting goals. The two also talked about what Paula's plans are once her professional triathlon career is over and what her racing nutrition looks like.Find Paula:YouTubeInstagramTwitterMusic PlaylistsFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

In this episode, we are joined by Chris Hickey. Chris is a current Board Member with us at Momentous and was previously the CEO at IsoPure and the CMO at Exos. We switched things up and had Chris interview Matt.The two discussed Matt's childhood, his eating habits, and his daily routine. The two also talked about pastimes, some of Matt's role models, and what it was like starting Momentous.Find Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

In this episode, Matt is joined by a fellow Momentous employee, Nicky Mullen, to reflect on this first year of podcasting. The two discussed their favorite episodes, what they felt like they did well, and what they felt like they could have done better. Matt and Nicky also talked about new formats for upcoming episodes and larger podcasting plans for 2021.Find Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

We are honored to have Dr. Ramsey Nijem on the podcast this week. Ramsey is the Director of Sports Performance at Kansas University's famed Men's Basketball Program. Previously, Dr. Nijem spent five seasons as the Head Performance and Strength Coach of the Sacramento Kings - where he was the youngest in NBA history to hold such a position.In this episode, Matt and Ramsey discussed things like how to start a career in sports, finding one's perspective, and continuing education. The two also talked about personal and professional growth, building good habits, and how to have a long career in sports.Find Dr. Ramsey:InstagramTwitterApplied Performance CoachFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

In this episode, we joined by Amanda Rochhio, a well-known health and nutrition blogger with almost 1.5 million loyal followers. Amanda's content is dedicated to making nutrition easier to understand. She is also the host of her own podcast called, Master Your Health, which she co-hosts with her husband. In this episode, Amanda and Matt discussed things like how to make informed decisions in the grocery store, the pros and cons of different diets, and working in a nutrition-focused business. The two also talked about what it's been like starting podcasts and how Amanda manages her day-to-day life.Find Amanda:Master Your Health PodcastInstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

We are joined today by Mark Verstegen. Mark is the Founder and President of EXOS, a human performance company founded in 1999. To many people in the industry, EXOS is most recognizable for the huge number of professional athletes who count on their services. EXOS also supports more than a million Americans each day and as partners to 25% of Fortune 100 companies. Mark is considered one of the world's foremost experts in human performance and a pioneer in the concept of integrated performance training. In addition to his role at EXOS, Mark has served as the Performance Director of the NFL Players Association for 18 years and is the author of 6 books.In this episode, Matt and Mark discussed Mark's early life, how Mark makes hires, and why roughly 25% of Fortune 100 companies support EXOS. The two also talked about the most notable challenges Mark has faced, along with what it's like working with the NFL.Find Mark:EXOSInstagramYouTubeTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

We are joined today by Rob Skinner. Rob is the Senior Sports Dietitian at the US Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs and is in charge of acrobat and combat sports. Rob is a highly respected veteran of the sports nutrition industry, having previously worked in the NFL, NCAA, and with the Navy Seals as a Performance Dietitian and Exercise Physiologist for Naval Special Warfare. Matt and Rob talked about acrobat and combat sports, the coaching ecosystem at the US Olympic Training Center, and how Rob works with athletes. The two also discussed the Olympic trials and where Rob wants to get better in his career.Find Rob:InstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is our friend, Mike Molloy. Mike is the Founder of M2 Performance Nutrition, a private nutritional coaching service catering to performance-focused individuals. Mike is a wealth of knowledge on nutrition and actually holds a Ph.D. in Immunology.   In this episode, Mike and Matt discussed things like how Mike discovered his passion for nutrition, the difficulties of coaching, and binge eating versus restrictive eating cycles. The two also talked about how Mike deals with misinformation in the nutrition space and some upcoming milestones for M2.Find Mike:M2 Performance NutritionInstagramFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

We had the pleasure of hosting Anya Fernald on the podcast this week. Anya is a Co-founder and the CEO of Belcampo, a vertically integrated meat company founded with the purpose to create meat that's good for people, planet, and animals. Belcampo owns and operates its very own farm, processing facility, full-service butcher shops, and restaurants.In this episode, Anya and Matt discussed things like their athletic careers, health and wellness interests, and cultural eating habits. The two also talked about how Belcampo got started, the differences between regenerative and industrial agriculture, and the economics of farming.Find Anya:InstagramTwitterBelcampoFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Our guest today is Christopher Jerard, who commonly goes by CJ and is the Founder and CEO of Roam Media.  Roam is a media company comprised of the world's best adventure athletes, photographers, and filmmakers who are dedicated to inspiring and enabling adventure and purpose. In this episode, Matt and CJ discussed how Roam Media got started and how they've gone about capturing their audience. The two also discussed the action sports community, along with the benefits and drawbacks of the increasing popularity of action sports. Find CJ:RoamInstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Professional CrossFit Athlete Kari Pearce. Kari has competed at the CrossFit games 6 years in a row now and most recently claimed 3rd place at the 2020 Games. It was the fourth time Kari has been the strongest American Woman in the field and it was the first time there was an American Woman on the podium since 2014. In this episode, Kari and Matt discussed how people have been competing in CrossFit in 2020, what Kari's pre and post-workout routine looks like, and what Kari's favorite and least favorite events have been. The two also talked about Kari's recent podium appearance and her personal business, Power Abs. Find Kari:InstagramWebsiteYoutubeTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Brad Weiss, a professional Triathlete from South Africa. Brad is a 2-time world champion in XTERRA Off-road Triathlon and has recently been collecting some wins at the Half-Ironman distance as well. We started working with Brad at Momentous recently, so we enjoyed getting to discuss his sport and training. In this episode, Brad and Matt talked about being an endurance athlete, the dynamics of multiple coaches in triathlon, and how to prepare for a race. The two also discussed how Brad plans workouts and when to end a workout early.Find Brad:InstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Sam Tooley, an athlete, coach, gym owner, and entrepreneur. Sam is the owner of Alpha Performance Studio and The Garage Gym, a co-owner of Alpha Fit Club, and the Founder of The Tooley Legacy Foundation.Matt and Sam discussed how Sam got into health and fitness along with how Sam addresses feeling alone and depressed. The two also touched upon Sam's life after rehab, how he's remained present, and how he's overcome his addiction. Find Sam:InstagramAlpha Fit ClubThe GarageFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Our guest today is entrepreneur Greg Connolly, the founder and CEO of Trifecta Nutrition. Trifecta is one of the largest and most well-known organic meal delivery services in the industry. Along with running Trifecta, Greg is a regular speaker and a wealth of knowledge in entrepreneurship and business leadership.In this episode, Matt and Greg discussed Greg's early career, the importance of and how to identify a growth mindset, and starting Trifecta. The two also talked about the value of a disruptive business and how to remain a premium brand that everyone can afford.Find Greg:TrifectaInstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Harpreet Rai, the CEO of Oura. Oura is a health and fitness startup who produces the Oura Ring, a sleep and activity tracker.Matt and Harpreet talked about Harpreet's upbringing and childhood and how he got into the wearable space. The two also discussed sleep tracking, technology's presence in health and fitness, predicting illnesses, and how one can make healthy decisions based on their Oura Ring's data.Find Harpreet:InstagramWebsiteFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is, Former Professional Swimmer and 3-time Olympic Medalist, Katie Hoff. Katie represented the US at the 2004 and 2008 Olympic Games and retired from competitive swimming in 2015. Katie is now working on her book, her career, and her personal routines.In this episode, Matt and Katie discussed her upbringing and how she got into swimming, what Katie's last Olympic cycle was like, and what training has looked like after retiring from professional sports. The two also talked about Katie's process in writing her book, along with what Katie is looking forward to in life.Find Katie:InstagramWebsiteTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is professional runner and registered dietitian, Maddie Alm. Maddie was an NCAA All-American during her days with Colorado and currently lives in Boulder to train with a highly talented lineup of professional female runners on Team Boss. Maddie also founded Fueling Forward, an online sports nutrition consultation service with the mission of helping real athletes learn how to fuel for performance with real food.In this episode, Matt and Maddie discussed her individual running goals, how she decided to become a dietitian, and planning meals around training.  The two also touched upon caffeine's influence on running, new nutrition studies, and Maddie's outlook on the upcoming Olympics.Find Maddie:InstagramFueling ForwardFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Ryan Horn, a Human Performance Specialist for the United States Army Special Operations Command. Formerly, Ryan was the Athletic Performance Director for Wake Forest Men's Basketball.Matt and Ryan discussed how Ryan has shaped his career, how he's adjusted to changing jobs, and Ryan's pursuit of completing a triathlon.  The two also talked about the benefits of endurance and strength training, how to highlight one's own weaknesses, and Ryan's assessment of basketball players.Find Ryan:InstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Our guest today is performance-expert, PJ Nestler. PJ is the Director of Performance at FitLab and at XPT Life.  XPT is a performance lifestyle company, founded by Laird Hamilton and Gabby Reece, which uses the pillars of Breathe, Move, Recover to help people become more versatile and resilient humans.  PJ brings well over a decade of experience training athletes ranging from the UFC, NFL, NHL, MLB and is a regular speaker on subjects in human performance. In this episode, PJ and Matt discussed PJ's career in the fitness industry, training UFC athletes, what it takes to keep a fighter prepared, and what makes a good coach.  They also talked about PJ's role at XPT and FitLab.Find PJ:InstagramYoutubeFacebookTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Our guest today is Emma Bates - a professional distance runner and marathon specialist. Emma is a 12-time All-American, NCAA Champion in the 10,000 Meters, and a 2018 US Champion in the marathon. She's run 15:32.46 for the 5,000-meters, 71 minutes for the half marathon, and 2:25:27 for the full marathon.In this episode, Emma and Matt discuss what it's like becoming a professional runner, Emma's decision to move back to Idaho, and the path to creating the Idaho Distance Project.  The two also talked about the dynamics at play between a coach and an athlete, how Emma maintains running 120 miles a week, and how she prepares for races.Find Emma:Idaho Distance ProjectInstagramTwitterFacebookFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Our guest today is performance-expert and podcast host, Jay Ferruggia. Jay is a leading voice in the fitness and self-help industry with over 25 years of experience and is the host of his own show: The Renegade Radio Podcast. In this episode, Matt and Jay discussed what it's like becoming a podcast host, physically moving a business from East to West coast, and how the two connect with guests. They also discussed Jay's approach to dieting and working out. Find Jay:WebsiteInstagramTwitterPodcastFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Duke Manyweather. Duke is a coach, business owner, and a leading expert in the training and development of offensive lineman for the NFL. Along with Lane Johnson of the Philadelphia Eagles, Duke created the OL Masterminds Summit - an intensive offseason development program that attracts many of the NFL's best offensive lineman every summer.In this episode, Duke and I talked about how he got his start in football, how the OL Mastermind Summit began, and what an offseason looks like for offensive lineman. We also discussed common areas of weakness Duke sees in new NFL players, marks of a great offensive lineman, and what it's like watching a football game with Duke. Find Duke:Duke's Momentous VideoTwitterInstagramFacebookFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Our guest today is Ryan Cain. Ryan is the president of the Nashville Recovery Center and the Spero Group - a detox and behavioral health management company. He's been working in health care for almost 20 years, and in addition to his day job with the Spero Group, Ryan makes an effort to share his personal experience with drug addiction in an effort to help others. In this episode, Ryan and I talked about what it's like becoming addicted, what the first steps of sobriety are like, and how addiction is such a complex problem.  We also discussed healthy and unhealthy lifestyle habits, traumatic events, and high-value practices and activities for a fulfilling life. Find Ryan:InstagramFacebookYoutubeTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

In this episode, we are joined by Megan Grassell. Megan is the founder and CEO of Yellowberry, an apparel company she started at the age of 17. Yellowberry's mission is to create cute, comfortable, and age-appropriate underwear for girls. Megan's story quickly went viral and she's kept the momentum ever since. Megan skipped college to work on her startup and is now recognized as a Thiel Fellow as well as a Forbes 30 Under 30.  In this episode, we discussed the decision to skip college to pursue building a startup, what social life is like as a young CEO, and the people that helped us along the way.  Megan and I also discussed her newfound love for running, adjusting to COVID, and being the face of a brand.Find Megan:YellowberryInstagramLinkedinFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Brittany Stewart, a co-founder of Burst Oral Care. Burst is a Venice, CA-based startup with the mission to make sonic oral care affordable and available to everyone. In addition, Brittany also still works as a Venture Advisor for Dyrdek Machine.In this episode, Brittany and I discussed her career beginnings, what she thinks makes a good co-founder, and how she met Rob Dyrdek.  They also talked about relationships in and out of business, nutrition, and pregnancy.Find Brittany:BurstInstagramTwitterFacebookFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Daniel Sobhani, the CEO of Freeletics.  Freeletics is a German health and fitness brand offering AI-powered, bodyweight training and nutrition programs. The company has roughly 50 million users and is one of the top health and fitness apps in the app store. In this episode, Daniel and I talked about Freeletics as a business, the next big steps for Daniel, and how AI is playing a role in fitness.  We also discussed how vital learning and listening are when starting a business, searching for problems to solve, and health education.Find Freeletics:InstagramTwitterFacebookYoutubeFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today we bring you a bonus episode of the Momentous Podcast all about pregnancy, motherhood, and how those two affect lifestyle and fitness. This episode is guest-hosted by Sara Hendershot, Momentous Director of Marketing, Olympic Rower, and a soon-to-be new mom. Sara is joined by Mary Johnson, a running coach, athlete, business owner, and mother of a 1-year-old son. Being both driven athletes and businesspeople, Mary and Sara share their insights and experiences into the massive shift in life that is pregnancy and motherhood.In today's episode, Mary and Sara discussed how pregnancy can affect athletes, the changes they both noticed with pregnancy, and how this has changed their nutrition habits. They also talked about how having a child changed their personal life as well as their work-life, how to rebuild one's body postpartum, and how structure can help you through pre and postpartum.Find Mary:InstagramWebsiteLift.Run.PerformFind Sara:InstagramTwitterRowfficientFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Daron Roberts - a multitalented Harvard Law graduate, former NFL coach, author, and lecturer.  He's currently the founding director of the Center for Sports Leadership & Innovation at the University of Texas. In this episode, Daron and I discussed his early beginnings in college and football, how he pivots and makes decisions, and his ‘Micro-Win' mindset.  We also talked about creating tangible goals, what it's like being in ‘the deep end' of life, and life's best experiences.Find Daren:WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookYoutubeFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Dolvett Quince - an entrepreneur, TV personality, and trainer based in Los Angeles. Dolvett is best known for his role as a star trainer on the hit TV show: The Biggest Loser. In this episode, Dolvett and I discuss how his daily life, training, and goals have changed during the pandemic.  We also talk about how he thinks the Fitness Industry, as a whole, will recover, what he's doing to stay sane, and how he's been managing his time.  Find Dolvett:InstagramTwitterYoutubeFacebookOfficial WebsiteFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Joe Carr - CEO of Thrill One Sports Entertainment. For context, Thrill One is the parent company of three exceptional entertainment properties - Street League Skateboarding, Nitro Circus, and Superjacket Productions. Previously, Joe was the President of the World Surf League and a Senior VP at the UFC.  In today's episode, Joe and I discuss the in's and out's of Thrill One, what it was like becoming a CEO, and how he goes about raising capital.  Joe and I also touched upon Nitro Circus, Street League Skateboarding, and Superjacket Productions and what each brings to the table.  The conversation led to topics like some hurdles Joe has faced in his life, along with how he values different properties.  I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.Find Joe:Thrill OneInstagramFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Cody Townsend.  Cody is a professional skier and co-founder of Arcade Belts.  He is currently in the middle of a project to climb and ski 50 of the most iconic ski lines in North America. In today's episode, Cody and I discussed his skiing project, how he's been training for it, and what challenges he's faced along the way.  We also touched upon what he plans to do after the project is done and what it's been like starting his own company.Find Cody:Arcade BeltsInstagramTwitterYoutubeFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Sasha DiGiulian, who is best known as a professional and world champion climber. Sasha began climbing at 6 years old and has since become the first female to complete the 700-meter Mora Mora climb in Madagascar. Along with her athletic prowess, Sasha is also a speaker, a writer, a producer, and a co-founder of ROAM Media.  In this episode, Sasha and I discuss her injuries and how she's been dealing with them, how she assesses risk, and the general danger of the outdoors.  We also talk about what drives her to climb, what her nutrition and dieting looks like, and some key points of knowledge she has gained throughout her career.Find Sasha:InstagramYoutubeTwitterFacebookFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube