The Tanner Kern Podcast

My guest today is Shawn Eckert. Shawn is an ultra runner who lives in Florida. Shawn battled alcohol and drug addiction before completely turning his life around and finding health. When Shawn's son was born, he decided to lose weight. Although, he did not fully commit himself to his goal initially. It took Shawn a little time to start his journey, but he never looked back losing over 200 lbs from his 446 lb starting point and turning into an ultra-endurance athlete. Shawn's story is very inspirational and I know you will be able to apply his mindset of "getting the job done" into your own life. Check out Shawn on IG: https://www.instagram.com/havefamily/ and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAyVkXK5heKRzV6ZUXaBaBQ. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com. 

Do you want to find out why I am running 100 miles straight on my treadmill to benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention? If your answer to that question is "YES," check out this special episode of TKP. In this quick episode, I discuss why I am running 100 miles on my treadmill for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. I also tell listeners all the details of the fundraiser including how you can watch me suffer through the run's live stream and donate to help stop suicide in the United States. The run will begin on Saturday, February 27th at 8:00 AM ET! Please tune in and help me combat the rising suicide rate in the United States because of the COVID-19 pandemic. To donate and watch the run, please visit https://afsp.donordrive.com/campaign/100-Mile-Treadmill-Run-. You can also view the run directly on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SWC5BMlcoI8. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com and check out my IG: https://www.instagram.com/tannerkern/?hl=en. Thank you for your support!

My guests today are Shan Riggs and Callie Vinson. On December 1, 2020, Shan finished a three-month run across America. Callie was his crew chief for the entire journey that began on September 1, 2020. These two undertook this challenge to raise money for Foodshare, a food bank that supports the Greater Hartford area of Connecticut. Shan and Callie raised $45,000 for the charity in order to fight food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic. The cross-country run took 92 total days (84 running days). Shan covered 3,255 total miles averaging 38.75 miles per day. He went through 10 pairs of shoes and consumed over 4,000 calories per day. In the episode, Shan and Callie recap their three-month journey to give listeners a little insight into what it's like running across the country! If you would like to connect with Shan please visit, https://www.instagram.com/shanriggs2100/. To connect with Callie, please visit https://www.instagram.com/callie_fornia/. To find out more about the run, check out the official website https://www.shanrunsacrossamerica.com. You can donate to Foodshare through this site! To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com. 

My guest today is Nick Jankel. Nick is a thought leader whose ideas, tools, and research are designed to take the pain out of transformation, blast through the barriers that block creativity and innovation, and unleash conscious changes in leadership and life that bring less suffering and more thriving into the spaces we touch. He is the co-founder of the leadership and personal development company Switch On and the chief architect of a rigorous methodology and philosophy for transformation, The Switch On Way. It blends the latest neuroscience with timeless wisdom from the great traditions. He is the author of multiple international bestsellers including Switch On: The New Science & Spirit of Breakthrough and The Spiritual Atheist. In the episode, we discuss Nick's background, transformational living and leadership, his advice for becoming the best version of yourself, and so much more! To learn more about Nick and Switch On, please visit https://switchonnow.com. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com. 

My guests today are Chris and Eric Martinez. Chris and Eric had a childhood filled with adversity. They lost their father at the age of 18. This caused their mother to turn to alcohol and both of them to go down a negative path for an extended period of time. Chris and Eric used fitness as a way to pull themselves through the stages of grief. Fitness ended up shaping the beginning of their adult lives.Chris and Eric became personal trainers. This passion ended up turning into a personalized online training business called "Dynamic Duo Training." After nearly a decade of helping clients reach their fitness goals, Chris and Eric started a new business to help fitness professionals start their own online coaching businesses. These two entrepreneurs have turned this company, "Dynamic Fit Pros," into their second six figure business. Additionally, Chris and Eric are #1 International Best Selling Authors and hosts of the "Dynamic Lifestyle Podcast."  If you'd like to connect with Chris and Eric, their website is https://www.chrisericmartinez.com. Also, make sure to check Chris and Eric out on Instagram and Facebook. Listen to the "Dynamic Lifestyle Podcast" here! To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com. 

My guest today is Jake Anapol. Jake is fresh off of his commitment to play Division I Football for the Marist Red Foxes. Jake has overcome a ton of adversity to get to where he is today. He moved to the United States from Oxford, England in elementary school. Jake had to undergo multiple surgeries to fix a knee issue that he was born with throughout his childhood. When Jake got to high school, he had an additional two surgeries caused from football totaling seven knee procedures. Jake began his high school football career at Xavier HS in Middletown, CT before transferring to the Kent School. Jake excelled in football at both places. At Kent, he became an All-League and All-New England offensive lineman. He missed his sophomore year due to injury and his senior season due to COVID, but Jake was still able to pick up multiple D1 offers. He recently committed to Marist and will sign with the football program on December 16th. If you'd like to connect with Jake his IG is https://www.instagram.com/jakeanapol_55/ and his Twitter is https://twitter.com/anapol_jake. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com.

My guest today is Rich Duffy. Rich was born and raised in Philadelphia, but currently resides in Virginia with his wife and two children. Rich described his weight and health as a yo-yo throughout his adult life. When his 53rd birthday rolled around a couple years ago, he decided to give himself the gift of health. Rich made the commitment to stop drinking alcohol and do good things for his body. This resulted in Rich losing 60 pounds and becoming a two time marathoner in the past two years. He is now training for a triathlon. In the episode, Rich and I discuss his life as a child, his commitment to health, the changes that have taken place in his life and so much more on this episode of TKP. If you'd like to connect with Rich his IG is https://www.instagram.com/papaduff14/. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com.  

"My cancer might be inoperable but I’m not scared. I just want the word ‘inoperable’ used and not ‘incurable’."This is a quote from today's guest Matthew Pullan. Matthew Pullan, known as Running Through Cancer, is a young adult from the UK. In 2004, he had a brain tumor that was able to be successfully removed. Matthew had a normal childhood following the removal of his first brain tumor. He participated in all types of sports growing up. In 2020, he was feeling dizzy so he went back to his Cancer specialist. An MRI revealed that he had another brain tumor near the location of his first tumor that was removed. Surgery removed 99% of the second tumor, but doctors found that the cancer had spread to his brainstem making it inoperable and terminal. Despite this, Matthew continues to maintain an amazing outlook on life. He is still running and going to college while undergoing cancer treatments. In the month of November, he's running a mile a day for charity which is a clear sign of his positivity. In the episode, Matthew and I discuss his entire life, we dive deep into the sport of running, and we hear why Matthew isn't going to stop! If you'd like to connect with Matthew his blog is https://matthewsrunningjourneyblog.wordpress.com, IG: https://www.instagram.com/runningthroughcancer/, Twitter: https://twitter.com/runningthrucncr. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com.

My guest today is Matt Dekoeyer. Matt is a 2012 graduate of Xavier High School where he played the offensive/defensive line and won two Connecticut state championships. Following high school, Matt attended Providence College. He joined the rugby team in his sophomore year and fell in love with the sport. He ultimately became an assistant coach immediately following graduation and spent one season as the head coach of the team. Matt ultimately moved on from the head coaching role and ended up moving to Boston to be in the hotbed of tech startups. He has lived in Boston since 2018. After one year of living in Boston, he made a massive change in his life. Last fall, he joined UFC Gym Boston, started focusing on his diet, and has now lost 60 pounds. Matt is currently in the process of training for his first sanctioned Golden Gloves Boxing match which he hopes will take place in the spring pending the state of the pandemic. In the episode, we discuss Matt's journey, we dive deep into the topic of weight loss and his experience with UFC Gym Boston, we talk about not being defined by low moments in your life and so much more! If you'd like to connect with Matt here's his social media handles: https://www.instagram.com/mdekoeyer74/ https://www.facebook.com/matt.dekoeyer https://twitter.com/mattdekoeyer https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-dekoeyer-37753073/. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com.

My guest today is Steve Opalenik. Steve is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Co-Founder of The Promethean Project. Steve received his undergraduate degree from UMass Amherst and his masters from Springfield College. In 2017 he started The Promethean Project. The Promethean Project is a non-profit wellness center, whose mission is to create a one stop shop for peoples’ physical, mental, and holistic health needs and goals. In the episode we discuss Steve's background, why he started The Promethean Project, what his goals are for the people that the project supports and future plans for the non-profit. We end with some hard hitting questions surrounding Steve's favorite movies, foods, and exercises. If you'd like to learn more about the Promethean Project visit https://theprometheanproject.org. Their social handles are https://www.instagram.com/theprometheanproject/ and https://www.facebook.com/prometheancounseling. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com.  

My guest today is Dan Jaskot. Dan is the President of Empower Leadership and host of the Lead with Empower Podcast. Empower Leadership is a collection of leadership experts who share a passion for adventure and helping others. Dan attended Xavier High School where he played football & baseball. He continued his education at Springfield College as a Physical Education major and a member of the football team. Following graduation, Dan initially went into teaching before joining the Empower Leadership team. He has been with the company since 2009 helping people of all ages build their leadership, teamwork, and relationship skills. In the episode I pick Dan's brain about the philosophy of leadership. We also discuss his journey to where he is today, Empower Leadership, and his podcast. I was recently a guest on Dan's Lead with Empower Podcast! Check out the show and his podcast here: https://leadwithempower.com/pods-and-blogs/#podcast If you'd like to connect with Dan here's his twitter: https://twitter.com/Leadership_Dan If you'd like to learn more about Empower Leadership visit: https://leadwithempower.com and https://twitter.com/LeadWithEmpower. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com.

My guest today is Jamie O'Hare. Jamie is a former Division I basketball player at Lafayette College where she was a 3-time All-Patriot League selection at Guard for the Leopards. She is also 2nd in assists and the all time 3 Point leader in Lafayette history. In her journey to D1 basketball, Jamie was introduced to the weight room by her father and found a love for lifting weights. This propelled her to an amazing collegiate basketball career and she is now running a fitness account on social media to inspire and inform others about exercise and nutrition. In the episode we talk about her basketball career, her weightlifting journey, @jamieohfit and so much more! Check out Jamie on social media here: https://www.instagram.com/jamieohfit/ & https://twitter.com/jamieohfit. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com.

My guest today is Darius McDonald. Darius owns his own business 100percentfitness where he is a personal trainer and sports massage therapist. He resides in England with his wife and two children. This is Darius' second time coming on the show. In the episode we discuss many topics including the running challenges that Darius and his son Charlie have embarked on during the COVID pandemic. Darius is attempting to complete the LEJOG Virtual Challenge in 6 months. This is an 874 mile run which is the distance from Lands End to John O'Groats in England. He is doing this for MAMA Academy which is a UK charity that helps mothers and midwives prevent stillbirths. His 7-year-old son Charlie is also doing a big run for charity. Charlie is trying to run 100 miles in a year for three different UK charities: A children's hospital, an Alzheimer's foundation, and a homeless shelter. Here's the links to find Darius on social media and Strava as well as his MAMA Academy fundraising link: https://www.instagram.com/dariusmcdonald1/ https://100percentfitpt.live/ https://www.facebook.com/100percentfitness.co.uk https://www.strava.com/athletes/32778096 https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/dariusmcdonald1 Here's the links to donate to Charlie's Run: Alzheimer's Foundation is https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/charliemcdo9ald Homeless Shelter is https://www.justgiving.com/fundra.../charliemcdo9ald-shelter Children's Hospital is https://www.justgiving.com/fundr.../charliemcdo9ald-children To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com 

My guest today is Matt Wallace. Matt is a great dude as well as an extremely versatile runner. His first ever running race was a 100 mile DNF, but this fueled him to conquer the distance and keep pushing his body to new limits. He has completed four 100 milers including the Georgia Jewel this past weekend and is a Tahoe 200 mile finisher. Despite this, Matt doesn't just excel on the trail. He has qualified for the Boston Marathon twice and also is a multiple time full Ironman finisher. In the episode we discuss how Matt got into endurance sports, his favorite parts of different types of races, his fond memories from the Tahoe 200, and his latest 100 miler! It was a blast getting to talk to Matt and I hope you all enjoy. If you'd like to connect with Matt his IG is https://www.instagram.com/mwallace25/. If you'd like to learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com. 

My guest today is ultra runner Hector Rodriguez. Hector Rodriguez is a husband, father, and challenge seeker that resides in San Diego, CA. Hector’s journey started after coming across David Goggin’s Can’t Hurt Me book. He was an endurance athlete before he read the book, but his life was completely transformed as he lost 50 pounds and began intentionally throwing major challenges in his path. Hector began running, walking, and hiking 10 miles a day and this paid dividends in his daily life as well as his ultra career. In 2020, Hector started to see his consistent training payoff in his challenges. He finished top 5 finish in the Pirate Cove 24-hour race, 3rd in the Aravaipa Strong 100 miler, and 2nd in the Aravaipa Lone Mountain race where he covered 146 miles. He is currently preparing to take on Moab 240 in a month which is a 240 mile race through Moab, UT that has 29,000 ft. of climbing...the same elevation that you would get from climbing Mt. Everest. If you'd like to connect with Hector his IG is https://www.instagram.com/hrod619/?hl=en. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com and check out the show IG https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/?hl=en.

My guest today is ultra runner Shan Riggs. Shan's running resume includes close to 50 ultra marathons including the Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run which is the oldest 100 miler in the country. Shan is about to embark on a run across the United States for Foodshare which is Greater Hartford Connecticut's regional food bank. The people at Foodshare connected Shan and I because that was the non profit that I ran from Canada to Connecticut to support. In less than a week, Shan will be running from San Francisco, CA all the way back to Connecticut to raise money for Foodshare in these difficult times that the world is currently experiencing. He is trying to finish the run in three to four months and raise a lot of awareness for food insecurity along the journey. If you'd like to find out more about the run or support Shan please visit https://www.shanrunsacrossamerica.comIf you would like to connect with Shan on social media his IG is https://www.instagram.com/shanriggs2100/. If you would like to learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com.

My guest today is AMPed Up Coaching founder Amy Puchini. Amy received her undergraduate degree in nutritional sciences and is currently pursuing her masters in holistic nutrition. She started AMPed Up Coaching as a way to help others achieve their goals by utilizing fitness, nutrition, and mindset together in harmony. She preaches that making small changes is the way to creating lasting change in one's life. In the episode we talk about how Amy found a passion for fitness and nutrition, starting AMPed Up Coaching, what helping others means to her and so much more on this episode of TKP. Amy has a great IG where she shares a ton of content and it also includes everything about her business. Go check it out https://www.instagram.com/amy_puchini/. If you're interested in learning more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com.  

My guest today is Anthony Garcia. Anthony is a former collegiate offensive lineman turned ultra endurance athlete. If you know anything about football, offensive linemen are the biggest people on the field who typically hate running. I know this was the case for Anthony and I at least! Anthony's playing career ended in 2003, but it wasn't until two years ago that he found trail running and fell in love with sport. Since his football career ended, he has lost 140 pounds and completed numerous ultra running races including the Aravaipa Black Canyon 100K and most recently the Cool Moon 100 Miler. In the episode we discuss Anthony's football background, weight loss, why he got into ultra trail running, his recent 100 miler, and so much more! If you'd like to get in touch with Anthony his IG is https://www.instagram.com/bigfoot_runner/. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com.

My guest today is Shorney Douet. Shorney is a high school buddy of mine where we played football together. Following high school, Shorney attended Allegheny College and played football for two years before transfering to Penn State. Shorney has done whatever it has taken to get into the sports world and has an incredible story of perseverance to get to where he is today: An equipment assistant for the Miami Dolphins. He has worked with the Orgeon and Penn State Football programs as well as the Kansas City Chiefs prior to his current position with the Dolphins. In the episode we discuss Shorney's journey to where he is today, his future goals, and advice for others in order for them to reach their dreams! If you'd like to get in touch with Shorney his IG is https://www.instagram.com/1shorn/ and his Twitter is https://twitter.com/ShorneyD. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com or check out the show's IG page https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/.

My guest today is War at the Shore Baseball Tournament Director Will Visgilio. Will and I grew up playing in these tournaments together and now he has taken over as the tournament director and is doing an amazing job. WATS has experienced a difficult summer with COVID, but they've found a way to adapt to regulations and still provide a world class experience for the kids who make the trip to Southeastern Connecticut for a tournament. WATS has been in business since 2001 and it was started by the current General Manager of the company, Joe Zrenda. Joe built the business from the ground up and now WATS is attracting more than 300 teams per summer with weekend events featuring 90+ teams. In the episode we discuss the history of WATS, what it's like putting on a massive tournament, why the company is all for the kids, and so much more on the Season 1 finale of TKP! If you'd like to check out War at the Shore visit https://warattheshoretournaments.com or check them out on their social media pages. IG: https://www.instagram.com/warattheshoretournaments/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/waratheshorebaseballtournaments/. To learn more about myself and the show please visit https://www.tannerkern.com or check out the show's IG page https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/.

My guests today are ThunderMeat Endurance founders Jack Johnson, Nate Rozell, and Jon Lacy. When races were canceled due to COVID, these three men created ThunderMeat to keep people's motivation high and allow their participants to discover a new physical and mental limit that they never thought was possible. ThunderMeat has put on three races thus far with their fourth coming on August 22nd. Each event is unique and different than the traditional race companies in the world of endurance. In the episode we discuss each of their running backgrounds, why they started ThunderMeat, the races they've put on, future plans, and advice for people afraid to get into the world of endurance. It was so much fun recording with these awesome dudes and I hope you enjoy! If you'd like to find out more about ThunderMeat please visit https://www.instagram.com/thundermeatendurance/. To connect with Jack visit https://www.instagram.com/runjackj/, Nate https://www.instagram.com/nathan.rozell/, and Jon https://www.instagram.com/jonplacy/. To learn more about myself and the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com, https://www.instagram.com/tannerkern/, and https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/.

My guest today is Mike Gulino. Mike grew up in Meriden, Connecticut. At Maloney High School he was a three sport athlete, but ultimately chose to play baseball at the collegiate level. Mike earned a scholarship to Pace University where he received numerous accolades. He continued his career professionally in the independent ranks for the Cleburne Railroaders and Florence Freedom. When Mike was with the Freedom, he suffered a C5 burst fracture which is a broken neck and this sidelined him for over a year. Since his injury, Mike has returned to playing baseball and is working to become a better athlete than he was before the injury to earn an opportunity to get back into professional baseball. Mike is currently an assistant baseball coach at Albertus Magnus College and recently opened Top Level Baseball which is a training facility for athletes looking to improve their game. If you'd like to find Mike on social media, his Instagram is https://www.instagram.com/mikegulino08/ and Top Level's is https://www.instagram.com/toplevelbaseball/. Their website is https://www.toplevelbaseball.net. Get your TK: Elite Mindset gear now by visiting https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/TfnPCNAEtc and to learn more about the show and myself please visit https://www.tannerkern.com.

My guest today is Kyle Wollman. Kyle played baseball at Xavier High School and graduated in 2015. He went on to play baseball at Endicott College where he pitched for the Gulls the past five seasons. The journey wasn't smooth sailing though as Kyle suffered numerous arm injuries throughout his career. In the fall of his senior year at Xavier, he partially tore his UCL which would be the beginning of his arm issues. He would ultimately get Tommy John surgery at Endicott his freshman year which would force him to be sidelined for his first two seasons. This didn't stop Kyle from overcoming these obstacles and turning into a dominant starting pitcher for Endicott in his final seasons with the team. In the episode, we talk about Kyle's baseball beginnings in Berlin Little League, his career at Xavier, college baseball, and how he overcame the obstacles that were thrown his way. It was a real pleasure to get to hear Kyle's story. If you'd like to connect with him on Instagram please visit https://www.instagram.com/kylewollman6/?hl=en and if you want to learn more about myself and the show check out https://www.tannerkern.com. DON'T FORGET to grab your TK: Elite Mindset gear before the store closes on June 29th by visiting https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/TfnPCNAEtc.

My cousin Jordan and myself, with the support of our Crew Chief Jim Kern, ran 260 miles from Canada to Connecticut between June 12th - June 18th. We recorded the show the day after we got back and we recap the highs, lows, and every single day of our trip from Canada to Connecticut. It was seven straight days of ultramarathons where we spent 60 hours and 50 minutes of time on our feet. We ran to benefit Foodshare and I can't thank everyone at the non-profit enough for how special they made the finish line at their office. In total, we raised $13,000 which can allow Foodshare to provide over 30,000 meals for people suffering from food insecurity in these difficult times of COVID-19. I blogged everyday of the trip! To learn more about the show, myself, and the blog check it out www.tannerkern.com and if you'd like to order my new TK: Elite Mindset apparel please visit https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/TfnPCNAEtc! The store will be open until June 29th. Thank you for the support!

My guest today is Colin Morris. Colin is a high school buddy and football teammate of mine where we won two state titles together. In his senior year, Colin enlisted in the Marines and he recently finished his service this past October of 2019. In his time in the military, Colin did two deployments overseas. His first tour was in Syria and his second was in Japan as well as the Philippines. In the episode we discuss Colin's high school football career, enlisting in the Marines, boot camp, his deployments and so much more! If you'd like to connect with Colin his Instagram is https://www.instagram.com/cbmorris52/. If you want to learn more about the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com or check out the show's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/.

If you've listened recently or have seen my social media, you know that beginning on June 12th my cousin Jordan Tucker and I, with the support of my father Jim Kern, will be running 260 miles from Canada to Connecticut to benefit Foodshare. On the episode we preview the entire run, including the course, elevation profile, our feelings about the run, and so much more! At the time of this episode we have raised $8,000 which is approximately 20,000 meals for Foodshare to provide to the people of Greater Hartford! This is amazing and I can't thank ALL OF YOU enough for your support of our run. If you'd like to donate please visit www.foodshare.org/canadatoconnecticutrun. Follow our journey all week long on my website and social media platforms. Website: https://www.tannerkern.com. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tannerkern/. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tanner.kern.37. Twitter: https://twitter.com/tannerkern_?lang=en. 

My guests today are University of Georgia All-American runners Jess and Sam Drop. Jess and Sam are both entering their 5th year at Georgia with hopes of adding more accolades to their already impressive resumes. In Jess' career thus far, she is a three time member of the NCAA All-Region XC Team. In 2017 and 2019, she was also a NCAA XC All-American. Sam has also been extremely successful in her time at Georgia. She was the 2017 NCAA South Region XC champion, a 2018 honorable mention All-American in the outdoor 10k, and a NCAA XC All-American in 2017 and 2019. Both Drop sisters get the job done in the classroom as well as they've both appeared on the USTFCCCA XC All-Academic Team and most recently in 2020 Jess was named the SEC Women's Co-Scholar-Athlete of the Year. So if you couldn't tell, the Drop sisters are LEGIT and it was a pleasure to get to talk with them on the podcast. In the episode I start by asking Jess and Sam some fun running questions in honor of Global Running Day and then we proceed to discuss their high school and college track careers, their involvement in the Athens, GA community, their Running Foodies Instagram account, and much more on this special Global Running Day episode of TKP! If you're interested in connecting with Jess her IG is https://www.instagram.com/jessicadrop/?hl=en and Sam's IG is https://www.instagram.com/sammdrop/?hl=en. If you want to check out their food account (I highly recommend it) visit https://www.instagram.com/running_foodies/?hl=en. If you want to learn more about the show check out https://www.tannerkern.com and https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/. Find me on IG https://www.instagram.com/tannerkern/.

My guest today is Darius McDonald. Darius owns his own business 100percentfitness where he is a personal trainer and sports massage therapist. Darius resides in England where he moved from the United States as a child. He evolved into an extremely talented soccer player, but due to an ankle injury his career suffered an abrupt ending. He recently turned to running after being told he shouldn't lace up his shoes from doctors because of his ankle, but has improved drastically and just recently ran a 1:44 half marathon. He took 47 minutes off his personal best from his own training program and has shared his philosophy in a recent blog. His running plan for beginner to intermediate level runners is available is available at https://darius100percentfitpt.live/2020/05/principles-of-fitness-the-f-i-t-t-principles-how-to-increase-your-performance-in-2020-whilst-social-distancing/. This website is still being developed as Darius is working on shifting his business online in these difficult times of COVID-19. We also discuss how he's still helping people achieve their fitness goals despite his personal training becoming virtual and what 100percentfitness offers clients currently and prior to the pandemic. If you want to learn more about 100percentfitness visit https://100percentfitpt.live or check the business out on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/100percentfitness.co.uk/. If you want to get in touch with Darius his Instagram is https://www.instagram.com/dariusmcdonald1/ and his YouTube is https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmoRarPHZ2CtVm-lPkJ-VOA?view_as=subscriber. If you want to learn more about the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com or check out the show on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/.

My guest on today's show is High Performance Specialist, life coach, author, and keynote speaker Dr. Coyte Cooper. Dr. Cooper is passionate about creating memorable experiences that empower people to achieve their highest potential. We discuss Dr. Cooper's most recent book "Flip the Script" throughout the podcast as well as how he got to where he is today. For myself, "Flip the Script" was a life changing book so it was an honor to get Dr. Cooper on the show to discuss the messages he wrote throughout the text. In the podcast, we touch on a lot of the book's content, but if you're interested in picking up a copy for yourself visit https://www.amazon.com/Flip-Script-Breakthrough-Barriers-Potential/dp/0990563642. Dr. Cooper is also offering a free audio version of "Flip the Script" at https://flipthescripthabits.com/flip-audiobook-offer and if you want to learn more about Dr. Cooper visit his personal website https://coytecooper.com. If you want to learn more about the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com or the podcast instagram https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/.

My guest on today's episode is Dreux Beirne. Dreux is an endurance athlete who hasn't stopped pushing himself physically and mentally since he was going on 100 mile bike rides in high school. Dreux has completed over 12 marathons and ultramarathons as well as several Ironman triathalons, but his cycling feats are Dreux's proudest endurance accomplishments. In 2015, Dreux biked the entire TransAmerica Bike Trail which is a 4,700 mile trail with 150,000 ft. of elevation gain. He followed this up with biking the Great Divide Trail in 2019. The Great Divide is a 3,083 mile trail with 200,000 ft. of elevation gain that runs along North America's Continental Divide. We dive deep into these two trips, how Dreux got into endurance, the lessons he has learned on the journey and so much more! If you want to read about Dreux's major bike trips here are the links https://dreuxsgreatdivideadventure.blogspot.com/ and http://dreuxsadventure.blogspot.com. If you want to learn more about the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com or follow the show's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/.

My guests on this episode are Niko Kvietkus and Glenn Cunningham. Niko is a junior defensive lineman at the University of New Hampshire and Glenn is a senior linebacker at Fordham University. Both have had great careers up to this point as Niko was named to the 2019 All-CAA 3rd team and Glenn is a three time All-Patriot League selection as well as a Hero Sports freshman and sophomore All-American. With the uncertainty of the upcoming college football season, I wanted to pick the brains of these two on what they're doing to stay ready despite the pandemic. We also discuss how they both got into football, what it took to get to where they're at today, advice for others, favorite football memories and so much more! If you're interested in connecting with Niko on social media https://www.instagram.com/kvietkus93/ and https://twitter.com/Kvietkus93. To connect with Glenn check out https://www.instagram.com/g_cunningham22/ and https://twitter.com/g_cunningham22?lang=en. If you're interested in learning more about the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com or https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/.

My guest today is Chris Barrett RD CSCS. This is the second part of Chris' interview and today we're focusing on endurance nutrition. Chris is a Registered Dietician at Hartford Hospital's Bone and Joint Institute, a certified strength and conditioning specialist, as well as a distance running coach. On the show we look at relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S), why skinnier isn't always faster, what endurance athletes should consume during races and training, Chris' recommendations for endurance products, and so much more! If you're interested in connecting with Chris his Instagram's are https://www.instagram.com/chrisbarrettrd/ and https://www.instagram.com/eat.perform.win/. If you want to learn more about Chris here is his bio from Hartford Hospital's Bone and Joint Institute  https://hartfordhospital.org/File%20Library/Services/Bone%20and%20Joint%20Institute/HHCRN-Bio-Card-Barrett.pdf. If you're interested in learning more about the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com or the show's instagram https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/.

Chris Barrett is a Registered Dietician, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and member of Green Farms Academy's cross country/track & field coaching staff. Chris was a very successful marathon runner. In 2011, Chris ran the Boston Marathon in a time of 2:48 and followed this up with a finish at the New York City Marathon in 2015. Despite his marathon success, ventricular tachycardia would ultimately end his distance running career in 2017. Since then, Chris has devoted himself to building stronger athletes for a greater purpose through nutrition as well as continuing to give back to the sport through his coaching. This is the first of two episodes with Chris. There will be another episode Monday where Chris discusses endurance nutrition, running tips, and so much more! If you're interested in connecting with Chris his Instagram's are https://www.instagram.com/chrisbarrettrd/ and https://www.instagram.com/eat.perform.win/. If you want to learn more about Chris here is his bio from Hartford Hospital's Bone and Joint Institute  https://hartfordhospital.org/File%20Library/Services/Bone%20and%20Joint%20Institute/HHCRN-Bio-Card-Barrett.pdf. If you're interested in learning more about the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com or the show's instagram https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/.

Collin McCarthy grew up around sports. As soon as he could walk he had a ball, glove, or stick in his hand. Collin excelled in multiple sports, but in high school he decided to focus on football and lacrosse. This paid off as he earned and accepted a scholarship to Loyola University (MD) to play lacrosse. Loyola is a storied program that consistently finishes as a top 10 nationally ranked team and in 2012 the program won its first national title. Collin played two years at Loyola, but his career ended eight months ago when he suffered his last of many concussions that he endured throughout his athletic career. On the show we get into Collin's athletic career, life after lacrosse, dealing with concussions, what sports has taught him and so much more. Collin has a great story of perseverance and it was a pleasure to hear him share it on the show! If you're interested in connecting with Collin his Instagram is https://www.instagram.com/collin_mccarthy/, Twitter https://twitter.com/collinmac34, Facebook https://www.facebook.com/collin.mccarthy.7, and his email is Ctmccarthy@loyola.edu. If you're interested in learning more about the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com or visit https://www.instagram.com/tannerkernpodcast/.

Scott Jenkins joins me as my guest on Episode 10 of the show! Scott lives and works in London, UK as a Regional Sales Manager for Johnson & Johnson. Scott is also an insane ultra endurance athlete. Scott's resume include numerous 100+ mile ultra footrace finishes including a 35th place finish at Moab 240. Moab is a 240 mile endurance run through Moab, Utah which includes just under 30,000 ft of elevation gain. Scott does many of these endurance challenges for charities as well which makes all his accomplishments even more special. One challenge we talk about on the show was Scott's 2000 mile run over 75 days from Boston, Massachusetts to Austin, Texas. He is currently an ambassador for Operation Smile which provides free and safe surgery for children and adults affected by cleft lip and cleft palate. We discuss all this and much more on this episode of The Tanner Kern Podcast. If you'd like to connect with Scott on social media his instagram is https://www.instagram.com/scottjjenkins/?hl=en and his Facebook is https://www.facebook.com/thejenkobros/. If you're interested in learning more about the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com.  

My final guest on the podcast's "Why Do We Run" series is Jack Johnson. In the past two days we've had the perspective on why we run from a marathon chaser and a 21 time marathoner, but today we get the perspective from Jack. Jack is a 2 time 100 mile race finisher and has completed over 20 ultramarathons in the past 10 years. This wasn't always the case for Jack though because he didn't even start running until the age of 30. In his second road marathon attempt he qualified for Boston then quickly found ultra trail running and has not looked back. We get into a lot of great topics like mindset, what ultra running has done for Jack, and some detailed reports on what it's like running 100 miles! If you want to find Jack on social media his Instagram is https://www.instagram.com/runjackj/. If you're interested in learning more about myself and the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com/.

The second guest on the "Why Do We Run" series is Matt Conyers. Matt is the head track and field coach at Mercy High School in Middletown, CT. He has also completed 21 marathons since 2009 including four majors finishes in New York, Chicago, and Berlin(2). Matt attributes some of the best relationships in his life to running and we discuss this as well as how he got into the sport, why he continues to run, the reasons that he coaches, and so much more. It was awesome to get to talk to Matt and I guarantee that you will be able to hear his passion for running at every single point in the episode. If you're interested in finding Matt on social media, his twitter is https://twitter.com/matthewconyers?lang=en and if you want more information on Mercy High School track and field visit https://twitter.com/mercyxctf?lang=en. If you're interested in learning more about the show visit: https://www.tannerkern.com/.

Over the next three days, The Tanner Kern Podcast will release the "Why Do We Run" Series. Each day will feature a different guest with unique backgrounds in the sport of running. The series will include a 21 time marathoner as well as an ultrarunner, but today's show will feature Hanna Busch who is chasing her first marathon finish. Hanna is extremely positive and this is evident throughout the entire interview. Hanna is a life coach, model, and relatively new runner. She first started running as a way to stay in shape for her modeling career, but didn't fall in love with the sport until she completed her first 10k. We get into a lot of topics including her journey, what she hopes people receive from her message, and why she runs! If you'd like to connect with Hanna her Instagram link is https://www.instagram.com/hanna_charlotte_b/ and her website is www.hanna-busch.comIf you want to learn more about the show visit www.tannerkern.com

This week Winnipeg Blue Bombers Offensive Lineman Kevin Lawrence joins me to discuss how he went from not being able to run a lap to becoming a professional athlete, how he separated himself from the competition, what the game of football has taught him and so much more! I can't thank Kevin enough for coming on the show and I wish him the best of luck as he moves forward with his professional football career. If you're interested in connecting with Kevin on social media, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigkev7593/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BigKev7593 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.lawrence.3597 If you're interested in learning more about the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com/

On this week's episode I am joined by Rob Speranza, Darren Wright, and Matt Rothrock. These guys were three of my former football teammates at Lafayette College. Between the four of us, we have lost a combined 340 pounds and have each found endurance sports as a new passion after our football careers ended. This is a really interesting episode and we get into a lot of different topics including adjusting to life after football, weight loss, how we got into endurance sports and so much more on episode 5 of The Tanner Kern Podcast. If you want to connect with my guests on social media here's the links! Rob Speranza Strava: Robert Speranza Instagram: @robsperanza24 Darren Wright Strava: Darren Wright Instagram: @darrren.wright Matt Rothrock Strava: Matt Rothrock Instagram: @matt_rothrock If you're interested in learning more about myself and the show visit tannerkern.com and follow the show on Instagram: @tannerkernpodcast

In this episode I discuss my recent Aravaipa Strong virtual 100 mile running race. This past Friday and Saturday I ran 100 miles on a quarter mile track which is a little over 400 laps. I ran the race to benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness and surpassed my fundraising goal of $400. The topics of the show include a race summary, the highs and lows of running 100 miles, the lessons I learned on the journey, and a brief segment at the end where I answer listener questions! The fundraising link will be up for another week. If you're interested in supporting the cause, here's the link: https://donate.nami.org/fundraiser/2729891 If you want to learn more about myself and the show visit: https://www.tannerkern.com/

Gabby Onofrio underwent a massive fitness transformation in her life and on this journey she learned to truly love herself. Gabby started a fitness account on Instagram as a way to keep herself accountable and this blossomed into a tool to inspire others to reach their goals in fitness and life. She stresses that there is never progress without failure and if you don't know who you TRULY are, you will never be happy. These are just two of many amazing messages that she includes on her page. Gabby joins me to discuss a ton of topics including her fitness transformation, her Instagram page and the messages she hopes viewers receive from her content, how to stay active during the COVID-19 quarantine, and so much more on this jam packed episode of The Tanner Kern Podcast. Check out Gabby's fitness account (@gabfitfun) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabfitfun/?hl=en If you're interested in supporting or learning more about my 100 mile run for the National Alliance on Mental Illness here's the link: https://donate.nami.org/fundraiser/2729891 To learn more about me and the podcast visit: https://www.tannerkern.com/

Jordan Tucker traded a harmful drug addiction for a positive addiction of running in his life. He has overcome addiction and totally transformed himself for the better. Jordan finished his first marathon in 2018 and since then he has completed multiple marathons and ultramarathons, including a 100k in 2019. Jordan joins me on the show to discuss his life growing up, his battle with addiction, how running changed his life, and how he has adopted a plant based diet on the second episode of The Tanner Kern Podcast. For more information on the show visit https://www.tannerkern.com/

Chris Stonier is a Boston Marathon qualifying runner and the head coach of Xavier High School's (CT) cross country/track and field programs. Chris joins me to discuss how he got into the sport, the life lessons that running has taught him, his coaching philosophy that has led his team to five state championships, and much more on the first episode of The Tanner Kern Podcast! Find out more about the podcast at https://www.tannerkern.com/

Welcome to the introduction of The Tanner Kern Podcast. Podcast host Tanner Kern went through a massive transformation in his life as he went from a 340 pound D1 football player to a 200 pound marathon runner. On that journey, Tanner learned how powerful the mind was and within this short introductory episode he shares his personal story along with the plan for the podcast moving forward!