Podcast appearances and mentions of brant secunda

  No triathlete has gained the recognition or success that Mark Allen has. After competing and losing in the IRONMAN Triathlon World Championships in his first six attempts he emerged victorious in 1989, winning the most difficult one-day sporting event in the world. It would be the first of six IRONMAN World Championship victories for Allen, the last coming in 1995 at age 37, making him the oldest champion ever at that time. He also excelled at the Olympic distance, winning the sport's inaugural Olympic Distance World Championships in 1989 in Avignon, France. He went undefeated in ten trips to the Nice International Triathlon, and from 1988-1990 he put together a winning streak of twenty-one consecutive victories.   Over the course of a fifteen-year racing career, which ended in 1996, Mark maintained a 90% average in top-three finishes. He was named “Triathlete of the Year” six times by Triathlete Magazine, and in 1997 Outside magazine tabbed him “The World's Fittest Man”. His most recent sports accolade came in November of 2012 when he was voted “The Greatest Endurance Athlete Of All Time” in a worldwide poll conducted by ESPN.   Since retiring from competition Mark shares his stories of Ironman racing with corporate audiences worldwide, has a triathlon coaching service used in over fifty countries through MarkAllenCoaching.com, and is an award-winning author along with Brant Secunda for their ground-breaking book Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You.   Mark's most recent book The Art of Competition was released in August of 2014. The book's core is comprised of ninety quotes he wrote that give a very thought provoking look at competition, overcoming challenge and achieving personal excellence. Each is paired with a stunning photo from nature and displayed in two page spreads. For more go to: www.markallenspeaking.com www.markallencoaching.com www.fitsoul-fitbody.com   We have a conversation on: What has Mark been up to the past few years   Tri Dot Coaching program Endurance Athletes -coaching the aging athlete and  female athletes Tips how to be a fit and healthy endurance athlete- training for this year and future self (longevity)   Thoughts on fueling and recovery   The Mark Allen Edition link in TriDot: https://tridot.com/mark-allen-edition/   Premium Coaching Plan with Mark Allen: https://tridot.com/mark-allen-premium/  

2 Days with a ShamanAir Date: Wednesday, 10 August 2022 at 5:00 PM ET/2:00 PM PTThis week on Expedition Self, Sam is going to talk about her experience at Omega Institute where she participated in a workshop with Brant Secunda – a shaman, healer and traditional ceremonial leader.Brant has been sharing the Huichol traditions and healing for over 40 years since having completed a 12-year apprenticeship with Don Jose' Matsuwa: the renowned shaman who passed away in 1990 at the age of 110.Today, more than ever, it's so easy to get caught up in just running through the day and getting life done. By giving yourself the opportunity to connect more deeply with ‘all that is' and ‘oneness', you enrich not just your life but that of those people you love and care for.With shamanism, all of nature awaits you. Imagine feeling this sense of relationship so deeply, that you might walk in life feeling this power, knowing it is possible to influence each and every moment for your betterment?While still complying with the directive for privacy and maintaining the sacredness of the Huichol teachings, our conversation will explore: the essence of shamanism, Sam's self-discoveries made during the exercises, and how being connected to Self through experiential activities can offer more accelerated growth and grounding in your life.During this compelling hour, you'll hear how a ‘growthwork' perspective can be applied to unexplainable, mystical moments.Sam invites you to CALL IN and CHAT LIVE about the ‘2 Days with a Shaman' to further the conversation. Ask questions. Share experiences. This could be the hour that moves you one step further on your growth and development journey.Go to samparrotto.com to follow along and new show updates each week.You won't want to miss being an ‘ON AIR' participant of Expedition Self. Sam will provide real insight, understanding and offer an opportunity to connect a ‘NEW way of thinking' to ‘YOUR way of thinking'.Each week Sam discusses a different and highly accessible aspect of life helping you to build a stronger, deeper relationship with the inner Self so you can become more and more WHOLE.Visit the Expedition Self Show Page https://omtimes.com/iom/shows/expedition-self/Connect with Sam Parrotto on her website at https://www.expeditionself.com/#Shaman #BrantSecunda #SamParrotto #ExpeditionSelf #Creativityto our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

This week on the pod, Travis and Mace are joined by Mark Allen! Mark Allen is “The Greatest Endurance Athlete of All Time” (ESPN), six-time Ironman Hawaii champion, author, speaker, triathlon coach, and businessman. Mark joins Travis and Mace for an inspiring conversation about being your best, one-day at a time. Allen recounts his 1989 victory in the famed “Iron War,” including comments on Phil Maffetone and Brant Secunda, before a deep dive into spirituality and finding meaning far beyond the racecourse. Get ready to feel the energy in a powerful conversation that you might want to revisit.In This Episode:Episode 43 - Dr. Kevin Sprouse: Optimizing Physical and Cognitive Performance In The Peloton and Beyond How Mark Allen Became "The Grip" Episode 10 - Matt and Nataki Fitzgerald: Ultrarealism and Mental HealthMark Allen on Instagram  Mark Allen Sports WebsiteThe Feed Instagram | WebsiteTravis Macy Instagram | WebsiteMark Macy on InstagramSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram | Twitter | Website | YouTube

This week we have a true legend of triathlon on the show. Mark Allen is a six time winner in Kona, ten time winner in Nice, original olympic distance World Champion, and voted ‘The Greatest Endurance Athlete of All Time' by ESPN. In this conversation, we hear about his career leading in to his first Kona win in 89, the epic battle with Dave Scott in 89, the story of his final win in 95, and his post-triathlon life, encompassing the study of Shamanism with Brant Secunda. This archive interview was first published in 2017.Sponsorsprecisionfuelandhydration.comThis show is brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration, who have a range of tools and products to help you personalise your fuelling and hydration strategy so that you can perform at your best. Long time listeners of the show will know them as “Precision Hydration”, but they've changed their name to reflect the fact that they've been helping athletes nail both aspects of their performance for a long time now.Everyone sweats differently and the amount of fuel we require varies depending on factors like the duration and intensity of our activity, so a one-size-fits-all approach to fuelling and hydration just doesn't cut it. Head to precisionfuelandhydration.com and use their free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator to understand your fluid, electrolyte and carbohydrate needs during training and racing. Then book a free one-to-one video consultation with the team to refine your hydration and fuelling strategy for your next race.As a listener of the show you can get 15% off your first order of fuelling and hydration products - listen to the show for the discount code! Quick Carb CalculatorFree online Sweat TestBook a free 20-minute hydration and fueling strategy video consultationDidn't catch the discount code to get 15% off your first order of fueling and hydration products, drop Andy and the team an email at hello@precisionhydration.com and they'll be happy to help youLike what you heard in this interview? Join hundreds of other age group triathletes making the most of their limited training time, training with Team OxygenAddict! http://team.oxygenaddict.com - The most comprehensive triathlon coaching program for busy age groupers. To find out more, You can book a zoom, phone or skype call with Rob or the Team here Join the Oxygenaddict Triathlon Community page on facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/666558563716897/Listen on Spotify: http://bit.ly/OATriPodSpotifyListen on iTunes: http://bit.ly/OATriPodiTunes

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

In episode 51 I got the chance to speak with Mark Allen, 6x ironman Champion in Kona, one of the most accomplished triathletes ever and one of the most inspiring athletes in the world. While Mark is well-known for his accomplishments, it’s his process and commitment that is really incredible. He shares his work with Shaman, Brant Secunda and their work together with drumming, retreats, vision quests and how this exploration and development completely changed his approach to racing by tapping into a much deeper meaning. He talks about overcoming injury, the importance of surrender in life and racing and why having a coach or mentor is so important. Mark shares his current insights into surfing, the power of walking in nature and how to eat for life and endurance sport. He also shares his thoughts on strength training, as he was one of the first triathletes to utilize this in his workouts in the 1990s. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/into-the-well/support

Brant Secunda is an internationally acclaimed shaman, healer, and ceremonial leader in the indigenous Huichol tradition of Mexico. During an intensive 12 year apprenticeship, Brant became the adopted grandson and close companion of Don José Matsuwa, the renowned shaman who passed away in 1990 at the age of 110. Brant's initiation into the Huichol tradition began when he was 19 years old, and rights of passage during his apprenticeship included completing a five-day vision quest without food and water in the sacred Cave of Grandmother Growth, capturing and releasing a wild rattlesnake with his bare hands, enduring a 14-month fruit fast to enhance his sensitivity to the natural world, and surviving an extended nine-day vision quest to learn the language of the gods.For nearly 40 years, he has led conferences, workshops, and retreats around the globe, has been a lecturer at the Mayo Clinic, the American Holistic Medical Association Conferences and a faculty member of the Five Branches Institute of Chinese Medicine. He co-authored the award-winning book Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You, and he is a co-founder of the American Herbalist Guild, the Peace University in Berlin, Dance of the Deer Foundation Center for Shamanic Studies and the Huichol Foundation.Brant tunes into today's conversation from his home in Santa Cruz, CA. He introduces us to the practice of Huichol Shamanism, and shares stories of the ways that he learned from Don José—slowly, methodically and almost by osmosis of simply spending time together, completing daily tasks of growing corn, listening to rivers, gathering around the fire and each day deepening his understanding of the earth cycle's and the language of the plants, animals and natural elements.A humble man of gentleness and humor, Brant reflects on his friendship with India Supera, founder of the Feathered Pipe Ranch, and Pat Kennedy, a late Cree elder that included Brant in Montana-based Peace Encampments that brought together leaders from various indigenous traditions in the U.S. and Canada. We talk about the importance of laughter medicine, connecting to nature and what it means to “find your life,” a saying in Huichol Shamanism that Brant shares in his workshops.This conversation flows much like one big prayer or ritual. I invite you to slow down and take this in, not just filtering the words through your mind, but seeing if you can tune into this episode with your entire body, your heart and your spirit. The beauty is in the simplicity, and you may be surprised what transmits.Shamanism.comSupport the show (https://featheredpipe.com/gratitude/)

I have always found running the hardest of the 3 triathlon sports to fall in love with. To run feels like a chore and probably has something to do with a period of years when I had calf and achilles injuries and running was painful. That is why I envy those who are able to just drop into a trance-like state when they run, and why I was so interested to chat with today’s guest. Sanjay Rawal is a photographer and film maker based in New York City who has recently completed the film 3100: Run and Become.  Sanjay views running as a chance to breathe in the sky, re-connect with the earth, and shed anxiety while focusing on the moment - a type of transcendence we all so desperately need right now. This was a fabulous conversation and it certainly helped me to view running from a different lens.  You will love Sanjay's wisdom on: Running as a conversation between mind, body, and spirit "Running dumb" and finding joy in exertion How running's lessons translate to life - and what if the bumps along the road weren't the problems we think they are? The long-distance mindset, and what happens to mind, body, and sneakers over 3,100 miles of marathon The ‘real’ story of the Marathon Monks from Japan and the incredible 1000 day challenge which is simply a matter of ‘life or death'  Find out more about 3100:Run & Become HERE along with cinemas where you can watch.  In the UK the film is available on Amazon Prime HERE. In the show, we also talked about some of Sanjay’s other films.  Challenging Impossibility is available on Vimeo HERE, and Food Chains is available on Vimeo HERE.  And Ocean Monk which is available on Vimeo HERE. We talked about the spiritual work that Mark Allen did before (and since) winning the Hawaii Ironman in 1989.  This article with Brant Secunda is worth reading - 9 ways to be a shaman at work. There is also a video on YouTube that you can watch HERE. If you want to follow Sanjay the best place is his Instagram account HERE. To find out more about Simon’s SWAT programme, please click HERE  To comment on this podcast, please visit Simon's Facebook page HERE  Visit Simon's website for more information about his coaching programmes  For any questions please email Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com

 ‘How do you get faster by slowing down?’ Today’s guest enjoyed a 15-year career as an elite triathlete – and improved year after year – because he learned to train smart, avoid injury and burnout, and build a deep level of fitness.  Mark Allen is one of the most decorated triathletes in the history of the sport. He is a six-time champion of the Ironman Triathlon Hawaii, a ten-time winner of the Nice International Championships, and the only triathlete to have a 20-race winning streak. Mark was named Triathlete of the Year six times, he is a member of the Ironman Triathlon Hall of Fame, and he was voted ‘The Greatest Endurance Athlete of All Time’ in a worldwide poll conducted by ESPN in 2012. Today Mark runs MarkAllenCoaching, a global online training community which serves athletes at all levels, from beginners through elite triathletes. He is a sought-after speaker and consultant, as well as the co-author of Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You. Mark joins Ali to share his wealth of knowledge and experience, explaining how to train smart and offering his advice with regard to strength training. Listen in to understand Mark’s approach to nutrition and the value of meditation practice. Topics Covered [1:01] Mark’s secrets to a 15-year career Trained smart, building his aerobic system (heart rate 155bpm) Long off-seasons to recharge Only raced 7-8 times per year [6:03] How it felt when Maffetone advised Mark to slow down in training ‘How do you get faster by slowing down?’ Fellow triathlete Colleen Cannon urged Mark to stick with it Aerobic development allows you to maximize the speed you have Saw results at race in Kauai two months later [8:18] Mark’s psychology going into that first race in Kauai Low expectations (only one speed session in preparation) Didn’t know how training would translate to performance Pleasantly surprised to have deeper bank of energy to tap into [10:35] Additional strategies Mark employed to train smart Incorporated strength training via coach Diane Buchta Dramatic change as rebuilt muscle mass [12 :47] How Mark would have trained differently if he knew then what he knows now Functional strength work Incorporate an element of balance into strength work Engage multiple muscles in any one movement [16:09] How Mark integrates strength and conditioning into training for his clients Triathletes over 35 see biggest gains from strength work Keep it simple – the mind must be quiet for maximum impact [19:34] Mark’s guidance for achieving a quiet mind Make it your focus Allow yourself to get absorbed in the natural environment Can be challenging during the chaos of a race Must stay fully engaged to give everything you have [21:26] Mark’s meditation training with Brant Secunda Develop relationship with nature Answers to big questions come when your mind is quiet Important to train mind as well as body [26:47] Additional qualities that attributed to Mark’s success ‘Great sleeper’ (10 hours per night) Ability to let it go – didn’t spend the evening on analysis [29:18] How Mark approached nutrition Balanced diet – not afraid of fat High nutrient-density foods Didn’t eat as much as competitors Body got what it needed with fewer calories [31:49] Mark’s approach to nutrition during races Things body could absorb quickly, i.e.: sports drinks Energy equation: How fast can I go, but get carbs in quickly enough to maintain pace? Aerobic training allowed him to use fat for fuel He needed fewer carbs to sustain pace [34:26] The relationship between health and fitness for elite athletes Triathlons put huge demand on body Always one step away from injury or burnout Takes time to replace energy, nutrients Competing once in a while makes you stronger Trying to sustain peak level year after year can take a toll on health Autopsies on long-distance runners found severely malnourished [38:00] How Mark knew it was time to retire Achieved best preparation for Iron Man in 1995 Saw no reason to go back Witnessed others who couldn’t enjoy exercise after career due to injury, etc. [39:40] How Mark moved on after racing Wasn’t difficult because he didn’t thrive on competition He loved training and exploring the body’s capabilities – which he can still do Surfing allows him to daydream and quiet his mind now Learn More About Mark Allen MarkAllenCoaching Shamanism: Brant Secunda Resources Mentioned Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You by Mark Allen and Brant Secunda

Host Brad Kearns catches up with Mark Allen, the greatest triathlete in history, who has a record six victories at the Hawaii Ironman and ten victories at the Nice, France World Long Course Championship. Today, he is a popular triathlon coach at MarkAllenCoaching.com, TV commentator, corporate speaker, author, and presenter of “Fit Soul, Fit Body” retreats with Brant Secunda, a Huichol shaman, and healer. First, Mark talks about the importance of releasing attachment to outcomes and being committed to the enjoyment and appreciation of the process. He discusses how, after a series of unfortunate setbacks, Mark’s first victory in 1989 precipitated five Ironman attempts before he retired at the top of his game at age 39. Mark talks about balancing the pursuit of extreme endurance goals with maintaining health and how research on Heart Rate Variability has been a great breakthrough in monitoring stress and planning training. Mark and Brad discuss the importance of sleep when training and Mark elaborate on how he was able to live a normal, laid-back lifestyle once his grueling training sessions or competitive seasons were over. Finally, they discuss how Mark has released a book called The Art of Competition, which blends stunning nature photography with inspirational quotes chosen by Mark for their significance to competitors seeking a healthy perspective and inspiration to pursue athletic goals. Read more at http://primalendurance.libsyn.com/size/25/?search=mark+allen#WwGdsIjlbmmSgKSU.99

What does it take to become a world-class triathlete? If anyone knows, Mark Allen does. Mark is a six-time Ironman Triathlon World Champion. He was able to win his first Ironman in 1989, and his last 1995 at age 37. He has also excelled at the Olympic distance, winning the sport's inaugural World Championships in 1989 in Avignon, France, by more than a minute. He was also undefeated in 10 trips to the Nice International Championships, and from 1988-1990 he put together a winning streak of 20 races. In this candid conversation, Christopher Kelly asks Mark a wide variety of questions about heart-rate and training, nutrition, mindset, and much more. All of that and much more in this episode of the podcast. Mark’s first Ironman race, a successful failure. When Mark Allen saw his first Ironman race on television he was immediately intrigued. He wondered if he had what it took to even finish the race. He’d done no biking and very little running over the years but felt that being on the swim team in college would make up for it in some ways. It turns out he was right. Looking back now Mark sees that the cardiovascular development swimming had created in him translated into the physical endurance needed to be a good triathlete. Even though he didn’t win an Ironman race for some time, his first experiences showed him that with work and training, he could do it. Hear how Mark overcame the challenges to eventually become the “Fittest Man” in the world. It took 3 years of running before it “came easy” for Mark. Mark’s swimming background didn’t prepare him for the physical rigor that running demands. In swimming the body’s weight is entirely supported, but running is the exact opposite. Every step taken is a “pounding” of the body into an inflexible surface, so the transition was difficult and even painful. Those 3 years were a process of building up the fluidity of his running style, and the amazing thing is that he did all of it without a coach. That can be an encouragement to you, especially if you’re starting out. Everyone starts at the beginning and you can start where you are today and begin building the skills need to one day, possibly, become a world champion like Mark. Hear the rest of Mark’s story on this episode. 3 Things Mark learned as he pioneered the triathlon realm. Mark Allen was among those who could be considered the “pioneers” of the triathlon world. He began doing triathlons before there were coaches and before there was much science to tell us what the body needs and how it functions best in an endurance-type sport. As he competed alongside others, he learned three important things: #1 - You’re going to get plenty fit with less training than you think you’ll need. You can never do as much as you write down as part of your “ideal” program and in the end, you won’t need it. #2 - The bulk of your endurance training will happen when you’re astride the bicycle. As a result, you won’t have to do huge volumes of running to be ready for a triathalon. #3 - Because you’re doing 3 sports in one, you don’t have to do as much high intensity speed work as an individual sport athlete will.   The vital importance of mindset for endurance athletes. “Once that gun goes off, you have to deal with yourself.” That’s what Mark Allen says when talking about the neglected issue of mindset. All the numbers and training in the world don’t matter if your internal landscape is not developed. How will you handle it when something unexpected comes up? How will you handle seeing another athlete pull away from you. What will you do to keep your mind quiet and press ahead when things are not going as you expected. How do you deal with those mindset issues as a triathlete? Mark Allen has some great advice for you in this episode, so make sure you listen in to the conversation. Here’s the outline of this interview with Mark Allen: [0:05] Introduction of Mark Allen: The World’s Most Successful Triathlete [0:53] Mark’s athletic experience as a child and how he entered the world of triathlons at 24 years of age. [1:57] How swimming earlier in life “created” Mark to be a triathlete. [3:05] Beginning his triathlete career without much running or cycling background. [4:32] Working up the skills to become a practiced runner over a 3 year period without a coach. [7:00] Three “lightbulbs” that went on for Mark during his early years as a triathlete. [8:16] How much training does today’s triathlete do? [9:34] Why “heart rate” training is the very best way for athletes to train. [14:23] The ideas and philosophies behind Mark’s coaching practice. [16:09] How to correct for climate issues such as heat, humidity, etc. when using the heart-rate method of training. [19:23] The impact of a big meal, sickness, dehydration, and sleep deprivation on exercise and heart-rate. [21:53] Mark’s philosophy about using power meters as opposed to day to day observations about your situation and condition. [25:12] Where Mark would start with a new client to help them tap into stored fat reserves for energy instead of loading up on carbohydrates. [27:05] Mark’s general guidelines for macronutrient guidelines for endurance athletes. [29:34] When does an athlete know if they’re going too low-carb? [32:20] What is Mark’s opinion on the Paleo diet? Good? Bad? [37:36] Mark’s approach to biochemistry and when he adds that component to his normal training regimen. [40:15] Under what conditions would Mark send a potential client away? [43:21] What research does Mark keep up with and why? [44:34] The importance of mindset in racing and endurance sports and how athletes need to manage it well. [51:22] Is there a time that endurance athletes should move on to something else? [55:23] Where you can find out more about Mark’s coaching RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Interview of Mark by Phil Maffetone (Chris mentioned this) - http://philmaffetone.com/alleninterview/ Mark’s coaching website www.MarkAllenCoaching.com www.FitSoul-FitBody.com - Retreats Mark does with Brant Secunda PEOPLE MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Phil Maffetone - http://philmaffetone.com/about/ Brant Secunda - http://www.shamanism.com/brant-secunda/

Host Brad Kearns catches up with Mark Allen, the greatest triathlete in history, who has a record six victories at the Hawaii Ironman and ten victories at the Nice, France World Long Course Championship. Today, he is a popular triathlon coach at MarkAllenCoaching.com, TV commentator, corporate speaker, author, and presenter of “Fit Soul, Fit Body” retreats with Brant Secunda, a Huichol shaman and healer.First, Mark talks about the importance of releasing attachment to outcomes and being committed to the enjoyment and appreciation of the process. He discusses how, after a series of unfortunate setbacks, Mark's first victory in 1989 precipitated five Ironman attempts before he retired at the top of his game at age 39.Mark talks about balancing the pursuit of extreme endurance goals with maintaining health and how research on Heart Rate Variability has been a great breakthrough in monitoring stress and planning training.Mark and Brad discuss the importance of sleep when training and Mark elaborates on how he was able to live a normal, laid back lifestyle once his grueling training sessions or competitive seasons were over.Finally, they discuss how Mark has released a book called The Art of Competition, which blends stunning nature photography with inspirational quotes chosen by Mark for their significance to competitors seeking a healthy perspective and inspiration to pursue athletic goals.

We are Spiritual Beings Having a Physical Experience Findingthe perfect balance between our spiritual and physical aspects can be tough...never fear! The Dynamic Duo are back! Shaman-healer Brant Secunda and six-time world champion Ironman Mark Allen return to Illuminations Radio with more keys  to a Slimmer, Healthier, Happier You! Based on their best selling book Fit Soul Fit Body.   Make use of caveman geneticsBe kind to your mindDial up your frequencyGet some solar energyMake one small food changeLaugh and have fun.   Get the Book Fit Soul Fit Body HERE!

Celebrating Voices of the Sacred Earth; Feb 8,9 & 10th of Feb 2013Kawai Purapura - Mills Lane, Oteha Valley Rd, Albany on the North ShoreWith  Jenny Cottingham, Dyana Wells, Te Ngako Ngaropo & Dr Jyoshna La Trobe'Sacred Earth Festival' & Symposium & Gathering of All BeingsKIA ORA: You are invited to celebrate the sacred in a festive setting of community and sharing of gifts, knowledge, spontaneity and song within a context of expansive enjoyment and kinship.We ask that you commit to something DIFFERENT this weekend and involve yourself by either observing, listening, or participating in open, light hearted discussion and join in an event that brings forth a collective of NZ's top story tellers; of Maori, metaphysical ecologists, healers, artists and indigenous ideals of how as one seamless organism we can anchor a vision of a bio harmonic lifestyle and community.With a holistic understanding that integrates scientific principles people are awakening to the need to creatively build community into a dynamic field of possibility. And that 'cultural creative's' need to be communing together. By showing up at this event, this in-breath of connectivity will carry you deeper into your heart and the fabric of your being and, of all being.http://voices2013.kawaipurapura.co.nz/wordpress/ Attending, speaking & workshops:Presenters & Wisdom Keepers Barry Brailsford MBE: Author and StorytellerBarry, the vehicle for 'The Song of Waitaha', has spent much of his life researching, learning and sharing the history and ancient lore of the Maori and Polynesian people. He is an elder story teller of ancient times.Makuini Ruth Tai: Aroha Ambassador For Peace and Kaitiaki Pa Manawa.Makuini sees herself as an Aroha Light Language Scholar and linguist as well as an Aroha Ambassador for Peace and Goodwill. Being a bridger in languaging ancient lore - towards a more expansive understandingDr Richard Nunns QSM: Taonga Puoro (Maori Musical Instruments)Dr Richard Nunns QSM is a living authority on Nga Taonga Puoro (Maori traditional musical instruments). He has been described as one of New Zealand’s most remarkable musicians.Michael O’Donnell: Artist, Environmentalist, Storyteller CatalystMichael of Tarariki Pottery Paeroa is an artist, environmentalist, storyteller and catalyst. In his own unique way he has learned to walk the path of the old peoples of New Zealand and Ireland.Franchelle Ofsoské-Wyber: Matakite (Medicine Woman)Franchelle is a New Zealander of Russian and Native American Cherokee descent, born with highly developed clairvoyant and healing gifts and comes from a lineage of medicine men and women.Atarangi Muru: Maori ‘Hands On’ Healer, LecturerAtarangi is a Maori Healer and is affiliated to the Ngati Kuri, Te Aupouri and Te Rarawa tribes. She was raised in the small, remote, coastal community of Ahipara Northland.Gary Cook: Researcher, Author, Temple KnightGary is a leading writer on the special nature of the mystic realms that are to be found in New Zealand and the South Pacific and leader of The Secret Land project. Showing his new video Friday Night called 'Voices of the Forest.'Te NgakooterangiHe will share knowledge around ” Revitalising the authentic spiritual power of the Tōhunga Ahurewa (Traditional Māori Spiritual Practitioners) in a modern world” (Masters thesis) – and “A new perspective towards reconstructing the traditional “Whare Wānanga” (Māori Spiritual Wisdom Schools) in a contemporary context” which is his PhD topic.Ojasvin and Iris Davis: Grandmother’s Healing HakaOjasvin Kingi Davis is Maori from the people of Ngaitupoto, Ngatihine, Ngapuhi of Aotearoa, New Zealand. His bloodline and family traditions reaches back to the stream of Waitaha and Waiomu.Antion: Guitarist, Sikh, Sacred Sound CelebrationAntion: 60’s world-class guitarist of rock star fame, he was the first Kundalini Yoga teacher in UK and Europe in 1970, the first non-Indian to sing sacred Kirtan in India’s Golden Temple, and the first non-Hawaiian to be honored as a master of chant.Elandra Kirsten Meredith: “Hawaian Chanting For Healing”Elandra LMT, BA:  is a  Yoga teacher of 40 years, a 16-year director of a West Coast Yoga Center, author of five Yoga Manuals, midwife, and international founder/director teacher-trainer of her own healing work, Lomi Chi Holographic Healing.Dr Jyoshna La Trobe: Composer, Ethnographer, Workshop LeaderJyoshna  is a composer, ethnomusicologist and international workshop leader who has authored over 25 albums of original and ethnographic albums. Jyoshna’s speciality is devotional music of India, and completed her PhD on “Kīrtan and Ecstatic performance in Bengal, India”, becoming the first westerner to gain a doctorate in Rarhi Bangla Kirtan.Plus: Tania Batt, Lyn Kriegler, Jimi Dale, Georgia Wood, Shakti Band, Gus Simonovic, Brant Secunda, DJ Anirvan, Gamelan Padhang Moncar, Bhadrasena, Margaret-Mary Hollins, Daring Donna, Elisabeth von Madarasz, Nicky Hammond, Kereru, Kerry Strongman, Bill Watson and Michael Fleck plus many, many other musicians.These are just some of the  speakers, presenters, healers and artists that will be present from the 8th, 9th and 10th of February 2013.Kawai Purapura - Mills Lane, Oteha Valley Rd, Albany on the North Shorewww.kawaipurapura.co.nzPh 09 415 9468Tickets Required.

Eight Ways to Pick Up the Pace of Weight Loss by Brant Secunda and Mark Allen Based on their bestseller, "Fit Soul, Fit Body" According to the Mayo Clinic, after some initial weight loss, most of us will hit a plateau unless we change a few behaviors--for instance, by eating less and exercising more. This is because our metabolism--the process of burning calories for energy--slows as we lose muscle. We burn fewer calories than we did at our heavier weight even doing the same activities. Our weight-loss efforts result in a new equilibrium with our now-slower metabolism. Here are eight changes you can make to your routine that will help you pick up the pace of weight loss so you can reach your long-term goal more quickly. www.fitsoul-fitbody.com  

What do a shaman and an ironman have to share about fitness? Listen to shaman healer Brant Secunda and world champion triathlete Mark Allen as they share their secrets to lasting health and happiness. These two men have written a book, Fit Soul, Fit Body, to give you the tools, insight and inspiration to help you achieve results you never thought possible. We all know we need to de-stress our lives, so what new tools can we use? What can help clarify what's meaningful? How do we heal our bodies and souls? 

Brant Secunda and Mark Allen Authors and Collaborators, Fit Body, Fit Soul Shaman-healer and MacArthur Award finalist Brant Secunda and six-time world champion Ironman Mark Allen provide insights into how to forge stronger connections between our physical fitness goals and our spirituality. Brant and Mark travel worldwide and teach seminars on fitness, health, and well-being. Their new book, based on the approach they developed, is Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You. Join Andie now for a great discussion with Brant and Mark and learn how their divergent life paths crossed coincidentally to bring us essential insights inherently understood by indigenous peoples. Visit Fit Body, Fit Soul Website

Join nationally recognized multi-media radio talk show host and award winning Producer Patricia Raskin as she interviews Brant Secunda and Mark Allen, co-authors of Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You. MacArthur Award finalist Brant Secunda, who lived with the Huichol Indians for 12 years to discover the secrets of their happiness and good health, has teamed up with 6-time World Champion triathlete Mark Allen to teach people how to connect with nature to become stronger, leaner, healthier, and happier.They will discuss how green therapy can help you lose weight and achieve other fitness goals, how to de-stress and boost your mood by connecting to nature, how to transform loneliness, depression, and anger using nature-based techniques and how to draw energy from the earth when you're fatigued or depleted.

Join nationally recognized multi-media radio talk show host and award winning Producer Patricia Raskin as she interviews Brant Secunda and Mark Allen, co-authors of Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You. MacArthur Award finalist Brant Secunda, who lived with the Huichol Indians for 12 years to discover the secrets of their happiness and good health, has teamed up with 6-time World Champion triathlete Mark Allen to teach people how to connect with nature to become stronger, leaner, healthier, and happier.They will discuss how green therapy can help you lose weight and achieve other fitness goals, how to de-stress and boost your mood by connecting to nature, how to transform loneliness, depression, and anger using nature-based techniques and how to draw energy from the earth when you're fatigued or depleted.

Dr. Farmer welcomes co-author of Fit Soul – Fit Body, Mark Allen. Mark Allen is a six-time ironman World Champion. He has been called “The World’s Fittest Man” by Outside magazine and “The Greatest Tri-athlete of All Time” by Tri-athlete magazine. He attributes his success to his ongoing studies with Shaman, Brant Secunda, and the co-author of this book. To find out more about both visit www.fitsoul-fitbody.com.

Legendary Ironman Mark Allen and world-renowned shaman Brant Secunda Authors of "Fit Soul Fit Body"

Brant Secunda & Mark Allen - If you’ve got the wintertime blues, new research shows nature can heal your moods. The big idea: If you're depressed, stressed out, anxious, or fatigued, the cure might be right outside your door. New research from Holland shows that people who live near a park or wooded area experience less depression and anxiety. And a study from the UK found that a walk in the country reduced depression in 71% of participants. In this fascinating interview with Julie Ann, Shaman-Healer Brant Secunda and Triathlete Mark Allen share the emerging field known as Eco-Therapy, which offers new solutions for people suffering from wintertime blues, or depression and anxiety caused by workplace or personal stressors. More than that, Brant and Mark share how to cultivate “sustainable Soul Fitness” – in their Nautilus-Award-winning book, Fit Soul, Fit Body. Secunda spent 12 years living among the exceptionally healthy and happy Huichol people of Mexico, apprenticing with their legendary shaman. From them, he learned what scientists are just now confirming: that disconnection with our outer environment can make us sick - and connection with nature can heal us. Now he and Allen, a 6-time world Ironman champion, show others how to draw strength, focus, and energy from nature - and use their techniques to transform negative emotions that deplete health and energy.

“Fitness” needs a makeover. It’s not about the size of your muscles, how fast you can run, or how much you weigh. There are plenty of physically fit people who are unhappy, eternally pessimistic, and drained of spirit. True fitness starts with emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Secunda spent 12 years living among the exceptionally healthy and happy Huichol people of Mexico, apprenticing with their legendary shaman. From them, he learned what scientists are just now confirming: that disconnection with our outer environment can make us sick -- and connection with nature can heal us. Now he and Allen, a 6-time world Ironman champion, show others how to draw strength, focus, and energy from nature -- and use their techniques to transform negative emotions that deplete health and energy. Secunda and Allen can share 7 ways to boost your mood by connecting to nature, and can discuss: Why people who live close to nature suffer from less depression. How to transform loneliness, depression, and anger using nature-based techniques. How to draw energy from the earth when you're fatigued or depleted .Shaman-healer Brant Secunda and world champion Ironman Mark Allen teach seminars worldwide on fitness, health, and well-being. Their new book, based on the approach they developed, is Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to Healthier, Happier You

“Fitness” needs a makeover. It’s not about the size of your muscles, how fast you can run, or how much you weigh. There are plenty of physically fit people who are unhappy, eternally pessimistic, and drained of spirit. True fitness starts with emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Secunda spent 12 years living among the exceptionally healthy and happy Huichol people of Mexico, apprenticing with their legendary shaman. From them, he learned what scientists are just now confirming: that disconnection with our outer environment can make us sick -- and connection with nature can heal us. Now he and Allen, a 6-time world Ironman champion, show others how to draw strength, focus, and energy from nature -- and use their techniques to transform negative emotions that deplete health and energy. Secunda and Allen can share 7 ways to boost your mood by connecting to nature, and can discuss: Why people who live close to nature suffer from less depression. How to transform loneliness, depression, and anger using nature-based techniques. How to draw energy from the earth when you're fatigued or depleted .Shaman-healer Brant Secunda and world champion Ironman Mark Allen teach seminars worldwide on fitness, health, and well-being. Their new book, based on the approach they developed, is Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to Healthier, Happier You

Many of you listening are familiar with one of our guests today – Mark Allen. Yes he was Dave Scott s archrival. Mark Allen and Dave Scott had quite the rivalry with Mark beating the reigning world record holder and 6 time Ironman Triathlon Champion in 1989. Allen went on to win a career total of six Ironman Triathlon Championships his final one at age 37 making him the oldest champion ever. Allen credits the wisdom and teachings of renowned shaman and healer Brant Secunda as the secret to his success. Together the two men co-wrote: Fit Soul, Fit Body smiling, The post Mark Allen & Brandt Secunda appeared first on howshereallydoesit.com.

Mark and I go way back to our days on the professional triathlon circuit where Mark was the greatest triathlete on the planet and an absolute master of one of the most difficult and grueling sports imaginable. Mark had an evolved approach that was based on intuition, leading a balanced lifestyle, and competing with tremendous focus and intensity. He rocked two nicknames: the first, Zen Master , was for his thoughtful approach and injection of spirituality into the art of triathlon training and competition. His second nickname was Grip , short for “grip of death” which was what happened when you would take a bicycle training ride with him. You had to hold on to your handlebars for dear life because this guy routinely would open up the throttle and keep it open for as long as necessary to break the mightiest of men. Mark also knew how to disappear from the high-energy training scene in San Diego or Boulder when he detected his training and recovery energies to be even slightly out of balance. He was one of the earliest athletes to stress the importance of an intuitive and balanced approach rather than a straight-ahead macho approach that is more prevalent in sports involving suffering. Mark has a tremendous amount of raw athletic talent for swimming, biking, and running, but it was his thoughtful approach that set him apart from other big machines on the circuit. That said, it’s important not to sensationalize the zen mastery story too much, which seems to have happened frequently in endurance folklore. Mark did not use voodoo magic and incense meditation to win races. He won because he worked extremely hard, was smart in the way he trained, and pushed himself beyond the normal thresholds of pain that limit humans and into a higher dimension of intense suffering. Personally, I learned a lot from observing how Mark conducted himself as a professional, and how one could alternatively be an absolute beast of a competitor, but also a calm, centered, thoughtfully chill dude when he was off the racecourse. Yes, the complete package of Zen Master and Grip was virtually unbeatable. Mark won all over the world at all distances. He dominated the World Long Course Championships in Nice, France, winning in 10 of 10 visits and regaling the crowd at the awards ceremony by accepting in French. He raced much less than the typical pro on the circuit, but when he showed up, you knew it was going to be a tough race. Alas, Mark’s career was not without disappointment and raw failure. Despite being one of the very top guys since his first pro race in 1982, he was cursed again and again at the sport’s biggest race, the Hawaii Ironman. Six-time champ Dave Scott had his number; Dave had the uncanny ability to peak for Hawaii despite inconsistent results and numerous injuries at other times of those seasons when he won in Hawaii. In Hawaii, Mark’s first six tries involved lots of valiant efforts, podium finishes, big leads and breakdowns, but never victory. Pressure was mounting over his career accordingly, like a golfer anointed “best player never to win a major.” Mark even graced the cover of Kellog’s Ironman cereal but couldn’t close the deal. Alas, the stars aligned for Mark in 1989 where he narrowly beat Dave Scott in the legendary Ironwar—the greatest triathlon competition of all time where these two guys, at the peak of their careers, battled side by side for eight hours, destroyed the course record and beat third place by several miles—literally. Listen to the great show with both Mark Allen and Dave Scott ( https://www.bradkearns.com/2019/10/15/allenscott/ ) as they reflect on the great battle of 1989 and offer never before told behind the scenes observations about what it’s like to deal with the pressures and expectations at the highest level of professional sports. Mark’s inaugural Hawaii victory launched him into beast mode and he won in his next five tries before retiring on top in 2005, becoming the oldest Hawaii Ironman winner at age 38 and beating his own record time. Today, Mark has a thriving multisport coaching business, hosts Fit Soul Fit Body ( https://www.fitsoul-fitbody.com/about/mark-allen/ ) retreats with spiritual leader Brant Secunda ( http://shamanism.com ) (based on the life lessons of the Huichol Indians), and likes to shred the local surf break near his home in Santa Cruz, CA. You will not find a more thoughtful athlete than Mark, and this show is sure to entertain and inspire. Mark has been on a ton of podcasts talking about his triathlon exploits (including my own Primal Endurance show a few years back), so this show is a little different. Actually it was a syndicated production destined for both the Get Over Yourself podcast as well as Mark’s clever new YouTube program called Shed Talks. Yep, I cruised down to Santa Cruz and went into his shed filled with nine surfboards, a bunch of old-time magazine covers and ironman souvenirs, and a makeshift studio with perfect lighting to record with Mark. You can watch us interview each other on Mark Allen Shed Talks ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLjenorIXXo ) , or enjoy the recording on this podcast. I tried to unplug a bit from the talking point template in order to really help you get to know one of the most amazing and evolved athletes in any sport, ever. *TIMESTAMPS:* It is important to have your own space where you can have good personal experience. [04:42] The training for speed golf is different from many other sports like triathlon. [06:49] Mark talks about how you need to keep your brain quiet in order to access your focus. [10:28] Participating in sport teaches valuable lessons that should make your life better.  More than just the competitive sport. [12:14] If you are doing something that is not your passion or calling, it’s going to be a big mistake. [15:42] How you do something is how you do everything. [17:43] Good sleep habits and disconnecting to tech are some of the things Brad focuses on in hopes of an amazing life and longevity in years ahead.  [19:52] Having a morning routine to get your day started is very important. [24:47] Mark talks about the incredible strength of the Huichol people and how he applies it.  [28:13] What have Brad and Mark learned from racing that helps in their current careers? [33:34] Brad explains why podcasting is such a good way to connect with people. [41:46] Brad is going to try to break another Guinness World record. [52:13] It is so easy to be a participant if you find your passion. [57:56] Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands