Podcasts about namaste jess

Life is an ever-changing ocean of motion, and we may have many iterations of ourselves throughout our lives, so I think purpose can take on many looks and feels. We can have a sense of purpose throughout our day as we serve others or achieve our goals; we can pay attention to life with purpose so that we are more present in our day-to-day or in the case of today's guest, we can feel an innate draw to something and follow that calling, and sometimes that becomes our way of life. Even though Bryan Mineo was raised 250 miles away from the nearest ocean, he felt a love for the ocean from as early as he can remember. He dreamt about swimming in its waters and spending time on its shores but also a distance between what was calling him and his physical surroundings. He bridged the gap as best he could with pool swimming, then open water swimming in lakes, and eventually moving to Southern California's Pacific coast and, over time, into the purpose that he lives today, bridging the gap for people between living on land and the great element of water. Bryan is the founder of The Swim Mechanic and One with the Ocean, which is centered around improving humans' relationship with the ocean. If you have been following our stories, you know we've been joining the Sunday morning open-water workouts at Moonlight Beach in Encinitas. They are incredible training sessions; they are so much fun and also relevant to improving triathlete skills. Admittedly, we knew about Bryan and his incredible organization, but joining the group took us a few years. Why? We really don't have a good reason, but we trust the divine orchestration of the timing of our connection and this episode. Thank you, enjoy the show! And afterward be sure to check out NEW PATREON tiers to support this and the Awake Athlete podcasts, let's keep both commercial-free! In this episode, we discuss: - Bryan's happy place in Grand Cayman - communing with the ocean - ocean connects our global family - first traumatic open water experience - first awareness of ‘breath' - deep-rooted fears about the water - importance of creating a first, positive experience - ocean is our teacher - the beauty of the impact zone - hold your breath or let it go - learning the frequency of the wave - SHARKS and the truth - what is the dream? Namaste- Jess

We are excited to have you join us for this special episode from the Canyon Bikes showroom in Carlsbad, California, in front of a live audience and in the company of some spectacular athletes. Today we come together with KIS Coaching and welcome coaches Scottie DeFilippis and Carrie Lester, whom we met in 2019 for our first live podcast at Canyon. Also with us today are three KIS Performance athletes and the stars of this episode: *Mollie Hebda, since turning professional in 2021, has 5 top 8 finishes in the 70.3 distance, including 2- 4th place finishes just off the podium. *Britt Vocke who turned professional in 2021, and at her first pro-Ironman race in Cozumel, came out of the water first with Carrie by her side. This year she raced herself into two top 10 finishes at Ironman. *Sebastian Radilla, a top age group athlete, claimed 2nd in his age group at the uber-competitive Ironman 70.3 Boulder, 2nd in his age group, and 4th overall at Ironman 70.3 Santa Cruz, and just last week took the overall W at the Mission By Tri. I could go on with their impressive stats, but I think we'd all rather hear from the guests themselves. So thank you for tuning in; we hope you enjoy the show! In this episode we discuss: - the vision of KIS Coaching - moving from age group to professional athlete  - the chatter in the mind - benefits of having a coach - balancing fun and work - how do you know you are giving your best - the constant finesse of learning to race well - building a support system to help achieve your goals - benefits of group training - expectations suffocate athletes - process goals vs outcome goals - the unknown future of triathlon Thank you to all patrons on Patreon for keeping this podcast commercial-free, we are grateful for you. Namaste- Jess

Aloha from Kailua-Kona, where we recorded this smackdown the day after Coach BJ realized his dream to compete at the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii. Jennifer Vollman joins us for this episode as she also fulfilled her Kona dream a few days before. Jennifer is the co-founder of the Pura Vida Cycling Challenge, a life-transformational 5-day Costa Rica cycling experience in which BJ and I took part last May. She is also the founder of Finding Endurance coaching and the star of YTP 314, where we learned more about her background and discussed the cycling challenge with her Pura Vida partner Dan Casey. Jennifer and BJ generously share about their big island race experiences, and we hope you take away many nuggets of gold for your training and racing. Thank you to those who sent in such wonderful questions, I can't believe it, but we managed to hit them all! In this episode we discuss: - calorie consumption - how do you know if you are fueling enough? - the importance of developing a sense of FEEL - Maui yoga & meditation retreat the week before Kona - "eh ho mai" mantra - gain or drain in the Energy Lab - training in a dry, desert climate for Kona - key training sessions for Kona - mental preparation for racing a championship - dig one big hold - challenging mental moments - train the ego  - most unexpected experience - Jennifer's transition to a plant-based diet - crossing the finish line at IM World Championship - road to Kona - happy birthday, Jennifer! Thank you to all patrons on Patreon for keeping this podcast commercial-free, we are grateful for you. Namaste- Jess

Purpose comes in unexpected ways, but as I reflect on my life experience, I see a million moments that logically led to where I sit today. For our guest today Shaleen Shah, it started many decades ago with a love for horses. A love that led to a rescue of a horse named Haa-lee led to another rescue and eventually to the creation of Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary located in Erie, Colorado. To date, Luvin Arms has rescued over 800 animals from circumstances of neglect, abuse, and the systematic terror of animal agriculture. They have exponentially raised awareness among humans that animals are individuals with families, emotions, and community needs. They have taught tens of thousands that these sacred beings have the same right as people to live peaceful and loving lives in their natural habitats. Steeped in the principle of Ahimsa, Luvin Arms is dedicated to a way of life that embraces nonviolence toward all living beings. As stated on their website, they provide exceptional lifelong social, emotional, and cognitive care to rescued farmed animals, and advocate for those who have not been rescued by sharing our residents' stories to inspire, educate, and empower others to embrace a more compassionate and sustainable lifestyle. Shaleen and his wife Shilpi founded Luvin Arms in 2015 with zero ideas of how to build a sanctuary. They faced an extraordinary task ahead but could not deny the circumstances that unfolded or the knowing that the universe was asking them to step into a completely new purpose in life. So with a deep calling on their hearts, two young children, and a mountain of obstacles ahead of them, they went for it. We are so grateful for the conversation before you; admittedly, my heart was deeply touched while researching for this show, and I shed a few tears along the way. Thank you for tuning in. In this episode we discuss: - a day in the life at the Farm Sanctuary - dairy industry practices - discovering and figuring out veganism - cheese addiction - rescuing horses from auction - cannot deny calls from the universe - how Luvin Arms was born - scariest moments in the transition from entrepreneurship to saving animal lives - stories of first rescues - animals learning to trust humans again - commitment to the practice of ahimsa - compassion for all beings - purity is within us, peace is within us - inspiration for the creation of Open Sanctuary - how to start a sanctuary - the purpose of antibiotics in the farming industry - living a full ahimsa life Thank you to all patrons on Patreon for keeping this podcast commercial-free, we are grateful for you. Namaste- Jess

On August 12th Travis Soares completed perhaps the craziest FKT attempt in the history of FKTs when he finished climbing the Sierra Peaks Section List in the fastest known time. 247 peaks in 117 days, 8 hrs, and 34 minutes over 700,000 ft of climbing, all the while raising funds to support the Bishop Paiute Tribe Food Sovereignty Program, which aligns with Travis's passion for decreasing food waste and making more environmentally responsible foods accessible to those who need it. Before Travis discovered his love for the mountains, he spent many years growing up as an oddity in his hometown of Barrington, RI. Getting in trouble for not wearing shoes and skipping school to meditate were commonplace for Travis as he navigated an innate knowing that he was not where he wanted to be. He discovered a love for the writings of John Muir and Henry David Thoreau at a young age and, after high school, began to spread his wings and follow the path which put him atop those 247 peaks. In this episode we discuss: - growing up in Barrington, RI with supportive parents - inspiring a generation of people to give them permission to pursue their dreams - fully immersed into the experience of wilderness packing - running as an outlet to move - relationship with impermanence here on Earth - how to come back to the present moment - the desire to quiet the mind through meditation - breath is important to anchor into calm - first big climbing challenge - trial and error are helpful in accomplishing the SPS Project - hiking the Appalachian Trail - how he supports his parents through this adventurous life - beating the king of FKT and quickly becoming friends - the durability of the physical body through 247 peaks - fueling for this 4-month FKT 5-7000 calories per day - dumpster recreation, composting & food waste Thank you to all patrons on Patreon for keeping this podcast commercial-free, we are grateful for you. Namaste- Jess

We hope you enjoy it as much as we did when we recorded it. We feel this community growing stronger every day, and we are grateful that you are a part of it. In this episode we discuss: - recovery protocol after a race - active recovery favorites - racing is a mirror for our work - ego 101 - the way out is within - meditation is the start of making change - using ego to benefit your performance - be the leader of your mind - in presence, the ego cannot exist - toxic relationships - transmute anger into love Thank you to all patrons on Patreon for keeping this podcast commercial-free, we are grateful for you. Namaste- Jess

I was excited to come together with fellow competitors and coaches Daniel and BJ to record this episode. Today, we smackdown our experience at Ironman 70.3 Santa Cruz and, in doing so, reflect on the power of community. Team VPA and Team YT represented the course in droves, and we feel blessed to be the stewards of such notable entities. Thank you for tuning in, and please let us know if this episode leaves you with any questions unanswered. Next up and waiting in the smackdown queue - Maui Yoga & Meditation Retreat, Ironman World Championship in Kona, 70.3 World Championship in St. George, Utah, and Ironman Arizona. We hope to see you at the races or on the yoga mat soon! In this episode we discuss: - Team VPA and Team YogiTriathlete - ahimsa - least amount of harm in any situation - sharing experiences from the Team YT members - navigating race weekend challenges - the immersion YT training camp - Daniel's PR swim and race recap - finding calm before the swim start - concentration and meditation show us our power within - Liz's first triathlon ever in Santa Cruz - having expectations without attachment - our bike course recaps - be your best on the day - "for the good, for the good of all" mantra - "be the change" mantra from one of our team members - importance of training on feel vs data - our run experiences at Santa Cruz - Jess having too much fun out there - moving away from what is not helping you - working through moments of doubt Thank you to all patrons on Patreon for keeping this podcast commercial-free, we are grateful for you. Namaste- Jess

The waves of life are here to stay but how we learn to surf them is where the difference is made. Our guest today, Connie Riet has faced immense waves in her life which have called her to lean deeply into her meditation and mindful practices. It is through her experience as well as deep study that she has become the mindfulness coach, meditation teacher, and professional optimist that she is today. Connie has lived a diverse life spanning a 30-year career as a film and television actress to raising children as a single mom, full-time RV living, and surviving a near-fatal car accident which left her with a traumatic brain injury and a massive mountain of healing to climb. Connie is dedicated to helping others find peace, health, and happiness. She is a passionate minimalist and shares so many helpful videos on her YouTube channel and writings on her blog. In this episode we discuss: - the value of the moment - self-love - embracing surrender and compassion  - seeing the gift in her brain injury - introduction to meditation and yoga - the role of meditation for an actor - slowing the breath - how she survived an almost fatal car accident  - depression and brain injury - when gratitude for life was unattainable  - little tiny drops of joy - don't fake it till you make it - grieving the loss of who you used to be - psyching yourself up to lose Thank you to all patrons on Patreon for keeping this podcast commercial-free, we are grateful for you. Namaste- Jess

Today we welcome all of the YogiTriathlete coaches to the show. We have come together to answer questions and dive into topics we've been working with athletes on as they endeavor to achieve their goals through physical, mental, and nutritional training. BJ and I are sharing the mic with Liz McHutcheon or Running On Venti, Daniel Reintjes, otherwise known as the Vegan Burrito, and Lynda Layng or Chef Lynda, as she is known in the Awake Kitchen. We hope you enjoy the unique voice of each coach as we deliver a similar message on the topic discussed. In this episode we discuss: - starting from right here - pay attention to what you're doing while you're doing it - nutrition practices and/or diets - what's the next best thing I can do? - tiny changes are the profound changes - does goal setting hurt or help you? - releasing the timeline  - how to come back to the moment - letting go of rules - nutrition hacks - detachment vs not caring - healthy meal prep hacks for athletes - go-to sauces - how to fill your cup before serving others - transition wisely Thank you to all patrons on Patreon for keeping this podcast commercial-free, we are grateful for you. Namaste- Jess

Welcome back to the Open and Honest Show, where BJ and I dive into life, racing, training, and coaching every month. Sometimes we turn off the microphones and feel uneasy because with honesty comes vulnerability. But time and again, as we breathe through the discomfort and hold steady to our promise, to be honest, we find that vulnerability has an important place in our roles as coaches and athletes. Without it, it's hard to be fully open and honest. We hope you enjoy this month's episode of the OH Show and please let us know your questions or topics of delight so we can dive in next month. In this episode we discuss: - watering seeds of potential - easeful efforting - a new way of training the mind - love over ego-driven need to be right - selfless service - east coast visit - one-day yoga retreat recap - thank you Patreon community - training camp January 12-16, 2023 - Big Bear Lake race recap - racing at elevation - tiny house living - consistency is the cornerstone of success - the "all or nothing" mindset Thank you to all patrons on Patreon for keeping this podcast commercial-free, we are grateful for you. Namaste- Jess

We are super pumped to have former professional triathlete Leanda Cave with us today. Leanda is a multi-time world champion, coach, an absolute legend in the sport of triathlon, and most recently, an Ultraman athlete. Leanda placed 2nd overall at Ultraman Canada, beating the first male overall by 11-minutes which means that women claimed the first two podium spots. So very, very cool. Leanda started competing in triathlon in 1993 at the age of 14, eventually leading her to become a Junior Elite in Australia. At age 21, she returned to her home country of Great Britain, where she pursued a professional career in multisport. In the early days of her professional career, she focused on Olympic distance draft-legal racing and, in 2001, became the European Under-23 Olympic Distance Champ. In 2002 she won a silver at the commonwealth games, silver at the European championships, and her first world title in Cancun. Five years later, she moved into long-distance triathlon, winning her second world title at the ITU long-distance world championship. And then, in 2012 became the first woman in history to complete the double when she won the Ironman 70.3 and 140.6 World Championships just five weeks apart. She is one of the greatest athletes to ever compete in the triathlon and BJ, and I have followed her career for a long time. So we are honored that she is sharing the mic with us, and we hope you enjoy the show. In this episode we discuss: - not scared of figuring things out - seeking the path with the most obstacles - singular focus vs having fun & enjoying life - the mental side of Ultraman - tricks to bring the mind back into focus - why pursue Ultraman? - racing for something bigger than yourself - injury is part of the job description as an athlete - cross training for Ultraman - how to train an athlete through injury - being intuitive vs fixated on data - race day is a dance floor - taking life too seriously - passions of being a coach - using training to dial in nutrition to fuel performance - mobility, stability, and strength training - focusing on what you can do, not what you can't do - the approach going into Ultraman World Championships - fueling advice for entering into long-distance triathlons Thank you to all patrons on Patreon for keeping this podcast commercial-free, we are grateful for you. Namaste- Jess

Dr. Alon Sitzer is a board-certified family and lifestyle physician calling his patients to higher levels of health as he guides the healthcare industry back to a relationship-building partnership of wellbeing. Dr. Sitzer is the founder of Empowerment, based in West Newbury, Massachusetts, providing family, lifestyle, and spiritual medicine virtually and in person. Empowerment is one of the growing number of private practices that have moved away from the traditional insurance-based model and into a patient-first experience. Dr. Sitzer intends to inspire, motivate, support, and encourage people to become proactive about their health needs and foster a sense of Self-Compassion, Care, and Kindness. He believes that the body is an amazing creation that knows how to heal and that healthcare is genuinely a self-care process. He is also one of the wonderful doctors offering patient care through Plant-Based Telehealth, and we're so honored that he is spending time with us today. We hope you enjoy the show. In this episode we discuss: - the reality of living in Tel Aviv during war - a life parallel to The Alchemist - asking for signs and guidance - finding what you love most in life and making it your profession - the choice of becoming a doctor - the intention of getting to know the patient - plant-based potlucks - keeping patients on track through community - making health care more human - be the captain of your ship - unconditional love allows us to feel safe, to be honest - you don't have to be perfect to begin making healthy choices - working through indecisiveness - finding truth on the way to Taos - spiritual medicine - embracing where life leads you Thank you to all patrons on Patreon for keeping this podcast commercial-free, we are grateful for you. Namaste- Jess

One of our earliest missions with YogiTriathlete was to spread awareness that living a more vibrant life is within reach for all. I think we can all agree that our general nutrition has a large stake in the vibrancy of our life. After all, what we put in us, becomes us.  So needless to say, we're super excited to be having a conversation with yet another, spectacular physician from Plant-Based TeleHealth. Dr. Amy Zacharias is a board-certified family and lifestyle medicine physician who realized that the most important aspect of her job was to assist her patients in preventing disease.  As she opened to this mindset, she realized that it was not just food but other lifestyle components that equal a healthy life. Today, she finds great interest when working with patients to reach their ideal weight and athletes to reach peak performance by following a whole-food plant-based diet.  We hope you enjoy the show! In this episode, we discuss. - Amy's journey to a plant-based diet - slowing down and be mindful to make lasting change - gratitude practice - benefits of a plant-based diet for athletes - removing oil from your diet - happiness factor - permission to not be perfect - not eating enough calories - milk doesn't do the body good - misinformation from coaches - future of medicine and nutrition - patients have the power to help themselves - "I wish I had done this sooner" We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

It's been a minute since we've recorded a race smackdown, but the 2022 race season is upon us, so buckle up! Today we are smacking down not one but two 70.3 performances by YT coaches Daniel and BJ. If there is anything you want us to dig a little deeper on, please leave a comment. In this episode, we discuss. - getting derailed by "possible" race conditions - race to give your best - results of training the mind daily - running your own race - taking back your power to find calm - "am I going hard enough?" - be willing to learn (fail) - transitions are free speed - race day nutrition - what recovery looks like - what's next? We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

Ashly Winchester is an adventure journalist, outdoor guide, endurance athlete, and host of the Women In the Wild podcast. She is also someone who is well on her way to being the first female to claim 100 Fastest Known Time routes. She has succeeded in claiming over 50 FKT routes to date, and with her partner, Jason Hardrath, by her side, there seems to be no end to the heights Ashly will reach, and I know she knows that she will not reach those heights without challenge because discomfort is where we grow. In this episode, we discuss. - What is an FKT? - Death Valley FKT and unsupported attempts - Embracing fear in the outdoors - staying curious on the trails - endeavoring something that is bigger than you - quitting your job to pursue your passion - being too comfortable - mountaineering journey to Mt. Shasta guide - dreams do come true, even those you do not have - Women in the Wild podcast - failure or learning - managing discomfort - FKT competition element - plans for 2022 We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

Today we're bringing you Peter Mortimer, ultra runner, coach, fellow Squirrels Nut Butter teammate, and someone who turned his life around through running and has since evolved into a seeker of the toughest races on earth. Races like the Georgia Death Race, a 74ish mile endurance run with 35,000 feet of elevation change. A race in which you are discouraged from finishing and told to simply show up and die. Also, the Dragons Back 200 across Wales, which covers 60,000 feet of climbing in an orienteering style stage race, and the Orcas Island 100 which is described as cold, wet, dark, steep, and not for the faint of heart. Most recently, Pete won the HURT 100 on the island of Oahu, known for its unforgiving terrain. Pete is passionate about inspiring others and sharing the beauty of trail running. We were so excited to dive into the details of this runner's journey and hope you enjoy where our conversation takes you. In this episode, we discuss. - bad habits that led to 250lbs - power of patience - the drinking group with a running problem - ski accident to 3:15 marathon - DNF'd his first trail race and was hooked - 50 miler to 100k to 100 mile - self-coaching vs having a coach - working with the uncertainty - training for a 200 trail race - impressions of the Cocodona 25o - HURT 100 victory - 100 miles of hopscotch uphill - there's always 8 more miles We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

Thank you for tuning in for another installment of the OH Show. We are grateful to you for your support and content contributions that help us create an open and honest conversation for you. We hope that you take away some nuggets for your journey ahead. In this episode, we discuss. - truthfulness - waiting to make that big change - repetition builds confidence - working with your emotions - life lessons vs hardships - embracing injury - the unshakability inside all of us - it will be whatever you believe it to be - slowing down to speed up - rehashing and rehearsing - learning to trust the present moment - strong enough to do big things, but at what cost - secret training - we are at our best in the present moment - highs and lows vs consistency in training - joy boy We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

Tina created Running For Real, the largest global community of runners contributing and connecting positively to the world around them.  She is the host of the Running for Real podcast and, more recently, co-host of Running Realized, a podcast that holds a mission to explore running culture as a vehicle to realize its full potential and one that asks us all to be a part of the solution.  Tina is recognized as one of the lead climate activists in the running space and, in 2021, began collaborating with the United Nations on climate change initiatives.  She is a runner, mom, and entrepreneur who plays many roles daily and holds decades of experiential knowledge that flows naturally as our conversation ensues. We hope you take away many nuggets of gold and put one thing into action today! In this episode, we discuss. - breaking out of the boxes we create about our identity - mental and physical burnout from running - breakdown to breakthrough - the challenge of not doing - armor up and get it done - the ‘fixing' mentality - embracing silliness vs seriousness - being the mom who dances with her kid - running to chase the fun - climate change and the health of our planet - pro-environmental lens - what we focus on expands - 71% emissions coming from 100 companies - talking about the environment is activism - explore close to home - working with UN - daily non-negotiables We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

Today we have another powerful transformation story that, like so many stories, took a long time to begin. But once Anthony Masiello decided and stuck with it, he realized the big permanent changes he lives today. Anthony is positively affecting the health of countless others by not only sharing his experiential wisdom with the world but through Plant-Based TeleHealth, whose mission is to see a world where plant-based lifestyle medicine is available to all. He is a nationally board-certified health and wellness coach, a member of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and holds certifications in food addiction and plant-based nutrition. I can't even imagine if he didn't finally decide to change and then back it up with his actions. I'm sure it was difficult at times, but also, in my experience, when the rewards start rolling in, you realize that there's no other way to go. In this episode, we discuss. - Putting your worth on the shape of your body - Accepting your mistakes & taking ownership of your life - What are you willing to settle on in life? - Focus on getting healthy, not losing weight - Get obsessed with the process - Run/walking format - Eat more vegetables. fruits, and some nuts & seeds - Details can derail your growth - The origin of Plant-Based Telehealth - Working for a higher purpose than just money - Minimalism - Shift the needle from management to the prevention and reversal of the disease We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

We are excited to welcome Lynda Layng Tama back to the show. Lynda first graced your listening ears in episode 54, which we recorded just days after meeting her at the Mendocino 50k packet pick-up. Lynda is a whole food plant-based chef, recipe developer, food editor, and certified health coach from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. She is passionate about whole food, plant-based nutrition, fitness, and mindfulness. Lynda has been in the vegan publishing and recipe development space for over ten years. And has had the pleasure of working on cookbooks, such as The Plantpower Way by Rich Roll & Julie Piatt, Self Magazine Drop 10 Cookbook, Dining at the Ravens, treasured recipes from The Stanford Inn Vegan Resort, and the YogiTriathlete Cookbook. Her most recent work includes No Meat Athlete, Health Made Simple Meal Plan, and Mississippi Vegan's YouTube Cooking Channel and website. If you are a regular listener, you have heard us mention her name in gratitude as she continues to book us the most amazing guests through her role as Marketing and Production Assistant for this podcast. But today, we are talking with Lynda about another role that she plays as YT's Nutrition Coach. Tune into this episode to hear more about Lynda's story and the beautiful Awake Kitchen program launching under her guidance Monday, March 7th. In this episode, we discuss. - the parting gift of losing her parents - exercise as a distraction to working through the stuff - recipe writing days in Hoboken - make the mess and be creative - acting on inspiration - there are bigger hands at play - Awake kitchen jump start - creativity in the kitchen - it's all about the sauce - shopping with your eyes - more is caught than taught - when you feel better you do better We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

Thank you for joining us for another episode of the OH Show, we have some juicy topics today for the athlete community, and we hope you enjoy the show. Please send us questions or topics that you would like us to dive into, and we will take those into our next recording. If you enjoy this commercial-free show, consider becoming a Patreon member at patreon.com/yogitriathlete. We have several tiers of membership to choose from and wonderful perks to assist you in realizing your greatest potential in life and sport. In this episode, we discuss. - the glory days - the conditioned mind is not that reliable - seeking relief from discomfort - cultivating a relationship with failure - there is a time to endure - how never to quit - thoughts and focus too close for comfort - quitting a meditation practice - leaning into who we were - let your yes be yes - training for both ultrarunning and triathlon We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

We are excited to welcome Dr. Niki Davis to the show, another spectacular physician from Plant-Based Telehealth. Dr. Davis is a rocket scientist but certainly not because that is required to eat a whole foods plant-based diet. In fact, her move away from eating animal products was sparked by an intuitive feeling that eating animals was not healthy, and so at the age of 13, she began her shift towards a more vibrant life. Dr. Davis has learned from many of the greats in lifestyle medicine, including YTP guests Dr. Michael Klaper and Dr. Alan Goldhamer. We hope you take away many nuggets of gold as we shine a light on the gifts Dr. Davis is here to share. In this episode, we discuss. - taking the leap from a comfortable job into your passion - entertaining doubt - finding confidence in yourself - patience in moving from SAD to WFPB - effects of dairy on the body - what is inflammation and is it bad? - recovery with athletes on a WFPB diet - fasting benefits - interrupting habits - children eat the foods you continue to give them - know your WHY for eating more plant-based We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

Welcome to the 300th episode of the YogiTriathlete podcast. Thank you to all who have been listening since episode one. It's been a super vibrant and challenging adventure but we've always known that this community was by our side and that is everything to why this podcast still exists today. So, thank you for sticking with us, we are grateful for you and we're excited to see how it all evolves from here. Enjoy the show! In this episode, we discuss. - Liz's birthday blizzard - you don't know until you get there - stay with it, it's going to change - finishing stronger than you started - get comfortable with the uncomfortable so it becomes normal - 300th episode - never be degraded by your self-will - swimming for runners - living the example - “The Liz” at Lofty Coffee - Power of presence - shifting your mindset sooner - first cars We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

Manami Iijima Martin is a professional triathlete from Guam who is making a name for herself in the sport as she represents the island she loves. A swimmer from a very young age, Manami has carried her competitiveness in the water to her professional career as a triathlete. She was first out of the water in Oceanside just a few months ago, where she finished 8th on the day and second out of the water at Ironman 70.3 Indian Wells. She moved up the PTO ranks in 2021 and holds a goal to crack the top 100 in 2022 amongst a field of top-notch females. She is passionate about putting Guam on the map in the triathlon world, and we believe that she is a woman to watch in these coming years. In this episode, we discuss: - working through nervousness and tears - Guam culture & climate - competitive swimming from a young age - 6 years old - how she started running - the taboo of depression - importance of community - vulnerability hangovers - building running volume as a swimmer - understanding injury and the signs of niggles - celebration of getting to a race - training on the island of Guam - the quest to put Guam on the Olympic map - teaching kids to swim (3-5yr olds) - 10 minutes / 10 days swim program We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

Thank you for tuning in for another installment of the Open and Honest Show. Like all the other OH Show episodes, this conversation leans heavily into mindset training for athletes. BJ and I also share our experiences with our first eight-hour meditation. Thank you to our Patreon community for helping us keep this podcast and the Awake Athlete podcasts commercial-free. If you are enjoying the podcasts, please consider making your pledge to soak in more content without the interruption of advertisements. In this episode, we discuss: - resolutions vs intentions - what we can expect from 2022 - ingredients for thriving relationships  - show up! - without commitment and contrast, we will never grow  - how far are you willing to go to stay awake? - injury - what is true? - the catastrophizing mind  - sometimes things get worse before they get better  - take risks to strengthen your intuition - training the mind is like training a puppy  - are you taking your meditation into life? - eight-hour meditation - tuning to the non-physical and becoming it  We hope you enjoy the show. Namaste- Jess

Welcome back to the OH Show as we prepare to wrap up another year within this rich itinerary of life. With each passing day, BJ and I commit to living awake to the lessons of this earth school while not forgetting to indulge in our power to manifest, which is a gift from the universe to ensure we have fun along the way. And so, as we move into 2022, may we all carry good-hearted intentions to embrace life's lessons, forgive those who lose their way, share our gifts freely, and have more fun! We hope you take away many nuggets of gold from this month's show. In this episode, we discuss: - intentions vs resolutions - the energy of change is available now - act despite - "sticktoitness" - walking more to get fit - 2021 reflections - be a deliberate creator in your life - living a more vibrant life - cutting out oil and shutting down processed foods - ask for what you want - unconditional love - opportunities to rise to higher levels - new t-shirt: ‘do better” or “you're welcome” Namaste- Jess

Dr. Kim Scheuer is a board-certified family physician and lifestyle medicine physician. She is on staff with the Plant-Based Telehealth family and is licensed to practice medicine in 20 states. After her wake-up realizations in 2011, she has seen firsthand the transformative effects of coming out of the fog and into a vibrant whole-foods plant-based life. Over this past decade, she has shifted her focus from disease management to disease reversal with great success and believes that small changes make the most significant impact. We're honored to have yet another esteemed plant-based physician on the mic for you today, and we hope you take away heaps of momentum and knowledge for your path. In this episode, we discuss: - Dr. Kim's athletic background - milky way vegetarian to daily green smoothies - dairy fog - the three things that blew her mind - getting out the soapbox and getting results - forgiveness  - the subtleties of a plant-based diet - nutrition re-education - batch cooking - eating more and losing weight - a curious mind  - depression and plants - we inherit genes and recipes - changes needed in hospital food Thank you to all who keep this podcast commercial-free through your pledge on Patreon. We would not be able to do this without you. Namaste- Jess

In this episode, we bring you a roundtable discussion with all four YogiTriathlete coaches, Liz, Daniel, BJ, and me. We hope you enjoy this show and take away many mounds of gold for your training, racing, and life experiences. If there is something that you want to learn more about or wish we dug in a little deeper during this episode, please leave us a comment. If you are finding value in this show, please show your support by leaving a review wherever you listen each week. In this episode, we discuss: - crap races - everything is for you - Coach BJ's nutrition withholding plan - show up no matter what - when your pride gets hurt - dark moments are here to awaken us - not getting enough calories - eat less animals = eating more plants - nutritionless calorie bomb - training to your ability - fueling workouts - find what works instead of making something work - throwing out data for feel - panic training - first concerts Thank you to all who keep this podcast commercial-free through your pledge on Patreon. We would not be able to do this without you. Namaste- Jess

I met IzzyB shortly after I moved to San Diego with a new purpose to complete my first ultra-marathon, and since knowing her, although we don't see each other often, I have watched her level up in so many ways. It's always a treat to join one of her UltraBuds group runs or when I run into her on the trails, which happens occasionally. Izzy plays so many roles in this life and is another guest who leaves us with no excuses. She is president of Janovick Communications, a marketing strategy firm, founder of UltraBuds running group, and co-founder of Ghost Runners Coaching alongside YTP guest Vera Stepina from episode 196. Izzy is an ultra runner herself and an obstacle course racer training for and has since completed, the Dallas Spartan Ultra 50k, which includes over 60 obstacles. I would describe Izzy as driven. She completes what she starts and continues to grow past her limitations as I see her empower her athletes to do the same. When she's not out there crushing it for herself or her athletes, she's in service of others. She recently paced a friend at the Badwater 135 and just announced that she is the race director for the North County Beer run. So how did she get here? Well, that's what we dive into during this episode and more. In this episode, we discuss: - Spartan racing - Wimpy gyms - her upcoming and first 100-mile trail run - the intersection of strength and endurance running - from a broken back to trail running - mental training techniques - burpees everyday - nutrition for athletes - “F” macros - balancing a love for beer with a commitment to fitness - carb loading - heat training - pacing at Badwater Thank you to all who keep this podcast commercial-free through your pledge on Patreon. We would not be able to do this without you. Namaste- Jess

Nastasha is the founder and CEO of Choice Juicery, San Diego's largest women-owned vegan food chain. She is leading a growing dynasty of integrity that has matured into so much more than a grab-and-go eatery. We first sat down with Nastasha back in 2018 for episode 103, in which we dive into the back story of the life she is living now. We then recorded a YTP mini with her in June 2020 as BJ, and I watched her business expand within a global pandemic. With company policies rooted in mindfulness practices, Nastasha and her team are living the demonstration for a better world. We hope you enjoy the show! In this episode, we discuss: - thriving in the midst of a storm - integrity as a true north - certainty in trust - magic of everyday - surrender to get to the next level - the emotional moat - Choice's company ethos - the secret menu - why cold-pressed, non-pasteurized juice served in glass - gamma radiation! - the story of the bread that teaches yoga - the future of Choice Thank you to all who keep this podcast commercial-free through your pledge on Patreon. We would not be able to do this without you. Namaste- Jess

Dr. Jeff Pierce is a board-certified family physician who uses diet and lifestyle choices to guide his patients to a longer and healthier life. He is a part of the esteemed community of docs that comprise the Plant Based TeleHealth team and is currently seeing patients both in-person and online from his home base in northern California. He believes that with the correct information and motivation, people can get to the root cause of their disease and heal themselves, which I believe is a sign of a brilliant doctor because the focus is on healing the whole person and empowering them to be a part of the process. In this episode, we discuss: - healing the whole person - the pivot point for change - fulfillment factor - the wave of medicine that has not crested yet - current medical model vs. new medical model - the expense of chronic conditions - living a healthy life is not just nutrition - six pillars of lifestyle medicine - nudges built into our lives to stay healthy - whole food plant-based pregnancies and babies Thank you to all who keep this podcast commercial-free through your pledge on Patreon. We would not be able to do this without you! Namaste- Jess

Welcome back to another episode of the OH Show, we recorded this episode after a rich week of life experience. We hope that you pull away some gold for your day and wisdom to share with your community. In this episode, we discuss: - giving people space to have their process - Friends From College on Netflix - what you bring is what you're going to get - BJ manifested our car accident - full allowing of getting what you want - be the producer of your life - an experience of letting go - navigating life from the view of an expanded mind - we are all just trying to feel good - January training camp Thank you to all who keep this podcast commercial-free through your pledge on Patreon. We would not be able to do this without you! Namaste- Jess

Meghan Leighton is a yoga instructor, certified mindfulness educator, retreat leader, and student of Ayurveda. She has spent the last several years working in schools systems throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island implementing groundbreaking mindfulness programs for children. Meg's journey began twenty years ago when she started practicing meditation with absolutely no idea of the impact it would have on her life. As the benefits and shifts showed up, Meg's enthusiasm for the practice grew immensely leading her to her purpose to share the teachings of yoga and meditation with others. We go deep in this episode and we hope you take away a cavern of knowledge to share with your community and the world. In this episode, we discuss: - searching for a guru - how to get control of the mind? - her seven seconds of clear mind - our minds are conditioned for fear and distraction - how to understand that you are not your thoughts - expect that life and meditation will not always be comfortable - the three things science says about thoughts - living life connected to our higher mind - Ayurveda, the science of life - lose the ice - the extreme techniques don't last - it's not about fixing, it's about accepting - what happens in the magic moment - mental hygiene We are fairly certain this is a multi-listen episode, so download to your library of favorites and return to it whenever you need support in tweaking your response. And beyond all else, remember you matter. Namaste- Jess

Oh yeah, we're back with the OH Show. Thanks so much for all the feedback on this monthly happening, we appreciate your questions and we dive into them today. In this episode, we discuss: - learning to experience life as it is - feeling without attachment - the good and bad of our baked-in efficiency - authenticity is effortless - why the Bhagavad Gita? - book recommendations for self-study - how BJ desensitizes his mind  - knowledge is nothing without action - feeling is a point of data - being an active participant in the decision-making process - how to strengthen our intuition in training - translation of meditation to race performance We are fairly certain this is a multi-listen episode, so download to your library of favorites and return to it whenever you need support in tweaking your response. And beyond all else, remember you matter. Namaste- Jess

Sally McRae is a world-renown trail runner, lifelong competitive athlete, coach, mom, writer, and businesswoman who ran her first ultra at the age of thirty and turned pro at thirty-three. She has run some of the world's greatest ultra trail races, including Lake Sonoma 50, NorthFace Endurance Challenge, Western States, UTMB, Tarawera, and most recently, completing a 10-year dream to win the Badwater 135, which she did just last month. On paper, this woman blows many out of the water. But what has held our attention over the years is her gratitude, honesty, and the graciousness with which she repeatedly reminds us all that we matter, our dreams matter and what sits on our hearts has a purpose, no matter what. In this episode, we discuss: - patience to fulfill a decade long goal  - when our pride hurts - every race is an opportunity to be better, even when you win - what is the action that comes from anger? - what is more impactful than being tough - if there is breath in your lungs, there is a purpose for your life - the art of surrender and gentleness - can we align the stars? - giving your best - preparation for Badwater 135 - when is specificity in training important - excuses as a means to self-sabotage We are fairly certain this is a multi-listen episode, so download to your library of favorites and return to it whenever you need support in tweaking your response. And beyond all else, remember you matter. Namaste- Jess

Today, our guest is Dr. Daya Grant, mental coach, neuroscientist, triathlete, mom, and yogi. We are so excited to bring her to this community, this conversation was a long-time coming. Daya holds a master's in Sports Psychology and a Ph.D. in Neuroscience. She has the academic expertise and the experiential knowledge of being a yogi and an athlete. She is on a mission to empower athletes to realize their greatness, attack their goals, and know fulfillment in the pursuit. This conversation rocks; we hope you feel the same! In this episode, we discuss: - what pumps her up about sports psychology - why acceptance is key - the bias in our recollection  - trust that your feathers are ruffled for a reason - flush it - tranquility equals the greatest effect - what is bliss - the soul of who we are - the beauty of pain - the default mode network of the brain - the best meditation she ever had Thank you so much for being so supportive of the show; if it has made a positive impact, please consider pledging on Patreon, where you will be assisting us in keeping the YogiTriathlete and Awake Athlete podcasts commercial-free. Namaste- Jess

We are so excited to have Michael Wardian back in the house today; we first sat down with Mike in 2016 for episode 25, where we talked about relentlessly pursuing passion and pushing the limits of what has been made possible.   Mike is an international shipbroker, speaker, coach, business owner, dad to two boys and two vizslas, Rosie and Bash, and of course, a very well-known ultra runner, which almost feels too blah of a descriptive for this guy.  His resume on UltraSignUp dates back to 1998. Anyone who knows of Mike never seems to be surprised at his FKT attempts, robust race schedule, or solo adventures like his Guinness book world record attempt for the fastest known time for a marathon in a highland dress.  Still, I have to say, his win at last year's Quarantine Backyard Ultra was one of the most epic challenges I've witnessed, thanks to social media. It was a virtual race that started with over 2,400 runners from more than 50 countries. It ended over 60 hours later with only two runners left, Mike and Radek Brunner, who missed the start of the 63rd lap, making Mike the winner after 422 kilometers of running.  As I said, the resume is massive, and we're super pumped for you to listen in and hear what he is relentlessly brewing up for the future.  In this episode, we discuss: - winning the quarantine backyard in 2020 - FKT for the run across America - coming back from injury - injury as an opportunity  - grow incrementally and stay consistent - do weird things that you wouldn't normally do - limiting yourself because you don't want to learn something - mental game crossover of ultra running and chess - perspective on engineered nutrition for racing - pickleball training for a high altitude ultra - unique challenges of a graduate-level 100-miler - running on the moon Thank you so much for being so supportive of the show; if it has made a positive impact, please consider pledging on Patreon, where you will be assisting us in keeping the YogiTriathlete and Awake Athlete podcasts commercial-free. Any amount helps and is greatly appreciated. Namaste- Jess

Jackson Foster is our guest today and someone who has lived an odyssey that is undoubtedly against the grain of consensus thinking in just shy of three decades on this earth. Despite growing up in the concrete jungle of Los Angeles, Jackson always felt a deep pull to be outdoors. During his high school years, he found the High Mountain Institute, where he spent a semester connecting with nature on a deeper level, and he was hooked. Returning to his upscale private high school only further confirmed his need to take the road less traveled in life. His biggest adventures started between high school and college when he rode his bike across America, traveled to Asia for a backpacking adventure, volunteered at an orangoutang orphanage, and apprenticed with a master potter. All of which sealed his knowing that he had to continue to live an alternative and adventurous lifestyle. Jackson is a visionary who is bringing his visions to manifestation. He is a yogi, a vegan advocate, a farmer, most recently an ultrarunner, and a voice for all to take risks and dream extreme. In this episode, we discuss: - climate change and policy around the environment - embracing trouble & experiences - try many new things to find who you are - follow your childhood dreams - detach from expectations - his longest run yet - lifestyle of gratitude - 50k fueling as a vegan - Costa Rica permaculture farming - upcoming retreat offerings - Maggie - the vegan dog Thank you so much for being so supportive of the show; if it has made a positive impact, please consider pledging on Patreon, where you will be assisting us in keeping the YogiTriathlete and Awake Athlete podcasts commercial-free. Any amount helps and is greatly appreciated. Namaste- Jess

Dr. Laurie Marbas knew her purpose was to become a doctor at the age of 10 and 19 years later, she attended medical school while simultaneously playing wife and a mother to three young children. Her climb was steep and motivation high. While in medical school, she wrote seven books making Dr. Marbas another YTP guest that leaves us with no excuses. She received her dual degrees (MD and MBA) from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and TTU School of Business. She is a double board-certified family medicine and lifestyle medicine physician who has been utilizing food as medicine since 2012. She is co-founder of Plant-Based Telehealth, which provides access to plant-based lifestyle medicine across the United States, and she holds a license to practice medicine in all 50 states. In addition, she is co-founder of Healthy Human Revolution, which has the mission is to provide resources that will empower individuals with the knowledge, tools, and mindset to successfully adopt and sustain a whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) diet. To sum it all up, she is a medical doctor in this modern world who believes that a whole food plant-based diet is often more potent than her prescription pad, and we want to shine a big ole light on that. We hope you enjoy the show. In this episode, we discuss: - the patients that changed her life - the time God broke her freezer - healing without harming - what would your life be like if... - do we need to ingest cholesterol? - using data to make better decisions - healthy human revolution - trust that timing is perfect - plant-based telehealth - knocking down obstacles - plugging back into the mothership - just because something is hard doesn't mean you shouldn't do it Thank you so much for being so supportive of the show; if it has made a positive impact, please consider pledging on Patreon, where you will be assisting us in keeping the YogiTriathlete and Awake Athlete podcasts commercial-free. Any amount helps and is greatly appreciated. Namaste- Jess

Welcome back to the show, and thank you for stopping in for a listen. We dedicate this month's OH Show to smacking down BJ's Kona qualifying experience at Ironman Coeur d'Alene. After many years of relentlessly pursuing his dream of racing on the big island, YogiTriathlete will be making the trek this October. We look forward to seeing many of you there! Aloha and Mahalo. In this episode, we discuss: - strategy for extreme heat - navigating the lowest point - "I am the heat" mantra - chafe-free Ironman - train on the hills, run the hills - the midnight finish - how it feels to have a Kona qualification - there's no comparison to being consistent - testament to believing in something and relentlessly pursuing it - how do you KNOW? - detachment to how things must happen - the ultimate goal is to become nobody - no kitchen, no car, no problem - what's the goal now? Thank you so much for being so supportive of the show; if it has made a positive impact, please consider pledging on Patreon, where you will be assisting us in keeping the YogiTriathlete and Awake Athlete podcasts commercial-free. Any amount helps and is greatly appreciated. Namaste- Jess

Dr. Alan Goldhamer is the co-founder of True North Health Center, the world's largest facility specializing in medically supervised water-only fasting. Founded in 1984 and located in Santa Rosa, California, Truth North has seen well over 20,000 people complete upwards of 40-days of consuming only water. The True North health experience is a fully supported adventure that includes modalities like meditation, yoga, psychotherapy, workshops, and education. True North is an alcohol-free, stimulant-free environment designed to allow guests to fast, detoxify, lose weight and make the lifestyle changes they desire in a health-promoting, therapeutic environment. Dr. Goldhamer is co-author of a game-changing book that I read many years ago entitled The Pleasure Trap; Mastering the Hidden Force that Undermines Health & Happiness. As you can imagine, anything with the word "mastering" in its title has our attention because, for YogiTriathlete, mastery is the only option. This episode is information-rich, we hope you enjoy it and take something away to uplevel your health today. In this episode, we discuss: - the pleasure trap - why people are obese in industrialized countries - what is poo’ing inside of you? - living a good life and dying a good death - why athletes age out of their sport - healthy people need younger friends - dehydration as a cause for injury - strategic fasting for athletes - the foundations of health - radical life of eating well and exercising - ancient roots of fasting - what the research says about feeding windows - hard workouts during a fast is a mistake - the most powerful way to mobilize visceral fat We recognize our Patreon community for their support. They are the sole reason why this podcast is commercial-free. If the YT podcasts help you live a better version of yourself and allow you to flow through life with a bit more ease, then make your pledge at patreon.com/yogitriathlete. We are a small business with a massive global mission. We appreciate your support. Namaste- Jess

Megan Searfoss is a business owner, seasoned triathlete, runner, coach, wife, and mom of three daughters who learned to run because she found it an inexpensive, time-saving, and mostly mind-saving exercise.  As described by one of our friends who live in Megan's hometown, "she is so remarkable, a ring leader of the local triathlon community. Positive, even-handed and supportive of all other businesses, nonprofits and individuals".  We know a bit about her background from our digging around, and we know that although her positivity may be innate, her life experience has not been without challenge.  Megan is the founder of Run Like Mother 5k, a national race series, and author of See Mom Run: Every Mother's Guide to Getting Fit and Running Her First 5K. We're excited to be in the company and learn from this pillar of the community. Thank you for joining us; enjoy the show. In this episode, we discuss: - solving the world’s problems on long training rides - accepting what you cannot control - the diagnosis that drastically changed her life - don’t squash your feelings - runs are perfect for ugly cries - racy ladies - the birth story of Run Like A Mother - trust your crazy ideas - Megan’s craptacular life - terrorists would not bomb if they were runners - being all that and being who you want to be - failing forward We recognize our Patreon community for their support. They are the sole reason why this podcast is commercial-free. If the YT podcasts help you live a better version of yourself and allow you to flow through life with a bit more ease, then make your pledge at patreon.com/yogitriathlete. We are a small business with a massive global mission. We appreciate your support. Namaste- Jess

For five years, this podcast has shined a light on people who are looking, finding, and living their purpose. Once per month for those five years, BJ and I have taken over the mics to share the awake and ready recipe for life. The introduction of the OHShow just a few months ago invited you all in a bit deeper as we all grow into higher states of mental and physical health. Thank you for your questions and the generosity of your time to listen. We are on a mission to create a better world, and it starts with each of us turning inward in search of our excellence. Racing is back, and we're excited to be heading off to Ironman 70.3 St. George this week. We have several YogiTriathlete athletes racing and looking forward to seeing many faces from this community. Coach BJ is racing, and I will be spectating all over the course. In this episode, we discuss: - YTP 5-year anniversary - not staying safe is actually safe - earning the tasty workouts - the time we took on Trivial Pursuit - swimming in the weeds - when negativity ignites - eating for pleasure vs purpose - how fasting affected our training - favorite snacks - taking a selfie of your mental state - Awake Athlete podcast season two is here We recognize our Patreon community for their support. They are the sole reason why this podcast is commercial-free. If the YT podcasts help you live a better version of yourself and allow you to flow through life with a bit more ease, then make your pledge at patreon.com/yogitriathlete. We are a small business with a massive global mission. We appreciate your support. Namaste- Jess

Each week for five years, this podcast has shined a light on people who are looking, finding, and living their purpose. For some, it takes some years of sifting and sorting, while for others, it comes with one decision that shifts the trajectory of their lives. Bottom line, we are all here on purpose; there are no mistakes and if you are feeling like you are still sifting and sorting, know that every moment is your purpose of finding your purpose, and you never know when it will show up. Today's guest is Ellie Salthouse, undeniably one of the fastest triathletes in the profession right now. She is no doubt someone who is on purpose with what she came to this earth to do, and it all began at the age of 11. One morning while munching on her cereal Ellie noticed an ad on the cereal box for the Weetabix triathlon. She had her mom sign her up, she completed the race, started training with a coach the following week, turned pro at 17, and now resides under the esteemed guidance of Siri Lindley, our beloved guest from episode 39. Initially an ITU pro, Ellie turned to half distance triathlon in 2016 and finished her first season with four titles, multiple podium finishes, and a top 10 at the 70.3 world championship. At 28 years old, she is a veteran in the sport of triathlon, and we are so excited to be in the company of such a fantastic athlete whose beautiful personality only makes her light shine brighter. In this episode, we discuss: - Aligning with your purpose - Vying for a spot in Collins Cup - Effects of increased race coverage on racing - On being coached by Siri Lindley - Learning from your experiences - Priming each day - Power of being grateful - Techniques for race day nerves - World champion fire burning within - Having a mental toolbox - Nutrition and cravings We recognize our Patreon community for their support. They are the sole reason why this podcast is commercial-free. If the YT podcasts help you live a better version of yourself and allow you to flow through life with a bit more ease, then make your pledge at patreon.com/yogitriathlete. We are a small business with a massive global mission. We appreciate your support. Namaste- Jess

We are excited to have Shoshana Chaim of PlantTrainers back on the show today. BJ and I shared with mic with Shoshana and her husband Adam in early 2019, and we went deep right off the bat. An organic dive into their story brought to the surface important and tender topics like PTSD and mental wellness. So if you have not listened to that episode, it’s 148 and linked up in the show notes. It’s a compelling story that started with two seemingly healthy people that faced two devastating diagnoses that threatened to end Adam’s life before the age of forty. Doctors told them to cross their fingers, which for Shoshana meant, prepare for the worst. Pregnant with their second child at the time and entirely overwhelmed by the unknown of their future, Shoshana experienced a day-to-day trauma that led to perhaps the greatest battle of her life; to regain her mental health. Shoshana is a public speaker, podcast host of the PlantTrainers podcast, health and wellness guru, and author with a brand new book we will learn today. She is on a mission to heal people from the inside out and dedicates her time to spreading the messages of eating well, living well, and healing as individuals and families. We hope you enjoy the show! In this episode, we discuss: - Life challenges are meant to happen - Accepting the gift in challenging experiences - Guided meditation vs silent meditation - Living the demonstration - Living with integrity - The real meaning of the expression ‘Rule of Thumb’ - Calming your energy through mindfulness - A Peaceful Goldfish - New book available - Power of developing the tool to breath - Allowing more silliness & playfulness in life - Practicing power under control - There is no magic pill We recognize our Patreon community for their support. They are the sole reason why this podcast is commercial-free. If the YT podcasts help you live a better version of yourself and allow you to flow through life with a bit more ease, then make your pledge at patreon.com/yogitriathlete. We are a small business with a massive global mission. We appreciate your support. Namaste- Jess

Matt Dixon is a world-class triathlon coach with a background as an elite swimmer and exercise physiologist. Matt is a former professional triathlete who is all too familiar with the highs and lows of athleticism. I have heard him describe himself as the example of doing a professional career very poorly, a heavy admittance that he has since used to his advantage to learn and grow. Matt has evolved into one of the most sought-after coaches in the world. He has seen great success in applying his methodology to guide athletes to the very top of triathlon. Matt is the founder of Purple Patch Fitness, an international community of coaches and athletes; he is the Purple Patch podcast host and author of The Well-Built Triathlete and Fast-Track Triathlete. We are excited to share our conversation with Matt because although his focus may appear to be athletic potential, it is ultimately about reaching human potential, which is something we believe we are all meant to realize in this life. Enjoy the show! In this episode, we discuss: - developing a coaching style that was against the grain - fit and fatigued = no ROI - the journey, not the goal, is what amplifies life - pillars of performance, education, and community thoughts - time-starved athlete - proper training hours for the context of your life - low expectations are not the same as no expectations We recognize our Patreon community for their support. They are the sole reason why this podcast is commercial-free. If the YT podcasts help you live a better version of yourself and allow you to flow through life with a bit more ease, then make your pledge at patreon.com/yogitriathlete. We are a small business with a massive global mission. We appreciate your support. Namaste- Jess

We are excited and a bit petrified to introduce the OH Show, our monthly podcast. BJ and I are committed to being open and honest as we answer your questions, explore training topics and lifestyle of mindful endurance athletics. Thank you for sending in your questions, and please keep them coming. We hope you enjoy the show! In this episode, we discuss: - the importance of being open and honest - Costa Rica retreat - changes implemented since our bloodwork confessional - fasting for 24-hours - five-day birthday cake hangover - no hardlines to stay in flow - breaking fast with kitchari and how we make it - interrupt the process of excuse - discerning mind-stuff from intuition - persistence and openness to all things - die to your past every day We recognize our Patreon community for their support. They are the sole reason why this podcast is commercial-free. If the YT podcasts help you live a better version of yourself and allow you to flow through life with a bit more ease, then make your pledge at patreon.com/yogitriathlete. We are a small business with a massive global mission. We appreciate your support. Namaste- Jess

In this episode, we share the mic with one of the most accomplished American triathletes in history. Tim DeBoom, USAT and Ironman Hall of Famer, is the last American to win an Ironman World Championship title, his back-to-back wins in 2001 and 2002 took us all to new heights of what may be possible. An athlete his entire life, Tim's professional career spanned from 1995 through 2012, from the age of 24 to his final season of racing at the age of 40. f you are a regular listener, then you know Tim's wife Nicole, and if you follow Nicole, perhaps you received her newsletter in late January entitled "So there's this guy…" Well, we did and were so excited to hear, as Nicole wrote, that Tim was emerging from his cocoon and putting himself out there into the world. As we read on, we learned that Tim is pulling back the curtain and sharing what helped him become the best in the world. From his two Ironman Triathlon World Championships to a happy, extremely fit 50-year old, Tim shares his tried and true tenets of what he calls A Dedicated Life. We hope you enjoy the show! In this episode, we discuss: - a dedicated life - compassion, moderation, humility - seeing Kona through the eyes of his daughter Wilder - shooting all his competitive bullets - sound body, sound mind - mano a mano exhibition race  - be-nighted - strength every day - seeing the perfect moments - eliminate things in life that cause overthinking - evolution of nutrition - training the gut   - power of oolong tea We recognize our Patreon community for their support. They are the sole reason why this podcast is commercial-free. If the YT podcasts help you live a better version of yourself and allow you to flow through life with a bit more ease, then make your pledge at patreon.com/yogitriathlete. We are a small business with a massive global mission. We appreciate your support. Namaste- Jess

There are so many people in this world making powerful and positive impacts, and today we get to share the mic with one of those gorgeous beings. Holly Skodis is a yogi who has studied the ancient science of yoga for the past two decades, a practice for living that typically begins on the mat but through repetitive practice has the power to transform the lives of its practitioners. This is true for our story; as most of you know, YogiTriathlete was born during one of my quiet practices, and from what I know of Holly’s story, this type of intuitive directive rings true for her as well. Holly is a yoga instructor, certified vegan lifestyle coach and educator, podcast host, and Yoga founder of Yoga is Vegan, a project focused on inspiring yogis to go vegan. This project started with a collection of articles from vegan yoga teachers and students sharing their perspectives on why Yoga is Vegan. Its latest evolution comes into form as a fundamental component of the upcoming Yoga Goes Vegan one-day virtual retreat on March 20th, which has been declared “meat out day” since 1976. In this episode, we discuss: - weekly 24-hour water fasting - 16/8 intermittent fast - utilizing the fast to be a better animal advocate - the pure properties of a sattvic diet - journey to yoga and eating vegan - embracing ahimsa and letting go of dairy - burning up generational cycles - understanding the nuances of food - Yoga Goes Vegan, a one-day virtual retreat on 3/20/21 We recognize our Patreon community for their support. They are the sole reason why this podcast is commercial-free. If the YT podcasts help you live a better version of yourself and allow you to flow through life with a bit more ease, then make your pledge at patreon.com/yogitriathlete. We are a small business with a massive global mission. We appreciate your support. Namaste- Jess

Laura Townsend is a mother of FIVE, a race director, and an ultra runner who is set to complete fifty ultras before the time she turns fifty years old. She is the creator of Survivorfest, a 24-hour running event that raises money for the Saffron Centre, a sexual assault support center in Alberta, Canada. A survivor of sexual abuse herself, Laura no doubt living her purpose as she no longer carries the burden of her secrets but is successfully transmuting evil into goodness through sharing her story and being in service of others who have walked the same dark path. We are honored that she is with us for this episode and hope you enjoy this meaningful and inspirational story of life. In this episode, we discuss: - choosing running over triathlon - getting hooked in to Paula Findlay - from hating running to finding a love for running - it's all about layers - frustrations and life-changing benefits of heart rate training - 450 plus day run streak - fifty ultras before the age of fifty - survivorfest ultra marathon - living off the front - making peace with the past - and she loves yoga! We recognize our Patreon community for their support. They are the sole reason why this podcast is commercial-free. If the YT podcasts help you live a better version of yourself and allow you to flow through life with a bit more ease, then make your pledge at patreon.com/yogitriathlete. We are a small business with a massive global mission. We appreciate your support. Namaste- Jess