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Sherlock Holmes and the Sport of Kings by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle单词提示1.tendon 肌腱原文Chapter 6: Holmes has the answersOn the train back to London, Holmes told us the story behind the mystery, and the time went very quickly."Before we went down to King's Pyland," my friend began, "I thought it was Fitzroy Simpson. But when we arrived at the stables, I suddenly remembered the hot meat curry. Why didn't I think of it before? That, you see, was the beginning.""The meat curry?" said Mr. Ross, thinking about it, "How did the meat curry help you?""Do you know the taste of opium?" Holmes said."No.""Well, it's not a very strong taste, but it's there. You can taste it in most food, but not in curry. Curry has a very strong taste,stronger than opium. So the killer says 'I need a night, when the dinner is a meat curry, then Ned Hunter can eat his dinner happily without the taste of opium and go to sleep.'But did Fitzroy Simpson know that curry was the dinner on Monday night? Of course not. How could he? He didn't make the dinner, he was a stranger at King's Pyland. He knew nobody in the trainer's house. So, we forget Simpson and think again.Who knew about the curry before dinner on that Monday night?" "John Straker and his wife," I said, "And the servant.""Right,Watson, and so on to the next question about the dog. We know there was a dog in the stables that night, because Ned Hunter took the dog out when Simpson was there. Then in the middle of the night, someone went into the stables and took out a horse. The two boys sleeping upstairs in the stables heard nothing,because there was nothing to hear. The dog did not bark, why not?""Aha!"said Mr. Ross, "It didn't bark because it knew the visitor. Dogs only bark at strangers.""Right again, so the midnight visitor was John Straker. But why did he take the horse out? What did he want? It was something dishonest? or why did he put opium in his stable boy's dinner? We all know about dishonest trainers, they can make a lot of money, they put big bets against their own horse and then stop their horse winning, but how? What was Straker's plan here? Perhaps the answer was in his pockets, I thought.And so it was. you remember the strange knife? Doctor Watson here told us about it-an eye knife, used by doctors in hospitals. With a knife like this, you can make a cut, a very, very small cut in the tendon of a horse's back leg. Nobody can seethe cut, and the horse only feels it a little. He's not lame, but he doesn't run his best, so he cannot win the race.""And Straker wanted to do this to my horse," cried Mr. Ross, "How could he? I thought he was a good man.""No,"said Holmes, "He wasn't a good man or a careful one, No horse stands quietly when a knife goes into its back leg, Straker didn't want anyone to heart he noise, so he took the horse out onto the moor."The candle and the match!" I said, "Of course.""That's right," Holmes said, "And I learnt more from Straker's pockets, too. You are a man of the world, Mr. Ross, do men carry other men's bills around in their pockets? No, they do not. So, who was Mr. Derbyshire?Another name for John Straight, and there was a lady in the case, too. A very expensive lady. I talk to Mrs. Straker about the dress and the hat on the bill,but she knew nothing about them.""Andon Monday night, out on the moor," said Mr. Ross, "What happened, do you think?""How about this?" said Holmes, "Straker takes the horse down the hill. He sees Simpson's scarf on the ground and takes it with him. Why? I don't know, he puts his coat on a tree, gets out the candle and the matches and the knife, and begins his work, but Silver Blaze doesn't like it. Perhaps he's afraid, perhaps he feels something is wrong. He's a big strong horse, and he gets angry. He kicks out with his back legs, and the horse shoes hit Straker on the head. Straker goes down into the mud and the knife in his hand goes into his own leg. The horse disappears into the night.""Wonderful!"Mr. Ross said, "You tell it very well, Mr. Holmes, I see it all now.""And the sheep," I asked, "What about the sheep? You told Inspector Gregory that they were important.""Yes,Watson, the sheep," Holmes smiled "And they were important. It's not easy to make a very small cut in an animal's tendon, and Straker did not want to get it wrong. He needed to practice first, but what onthere were his own sheep right in front of him."And where did you go in London, the day after we got back?" I asked, "Was it to that dressmaker on the bill for Mr. Derbyshire?""Very good, Watson," Holmes laughed, "Yes, I had a photograph of Straker,and the dressmaker knew him at once. 'Oh, yes,' she said, 'That's Mr. Derbyshire do a lot of work for him. Mrs. Derbyshire is a very beautiful lady, and she likes expensive dresses. '" Holmes laughed again, "It's an old, old story, Straker is not the first man with two women in his life. He needed more money for the expensive Mrs. Derbyshire,so he thought of this plan with Silver Blaze, and there you have it, Mr. Ross.""Yes,I understand it all now," said Mr. Ross, "And thank you very much, Mr.Holmes. There's just one thing-where was the horse?""Yes,the horse was safe and well and with a friend," said Sherlock Holmes, "I can't tell you who or where, because I made a promise. But here we are, nearly in London, you have the answer to the mystery, Mr. Ross. You are the winner of the Wessex Cup and the owner of the fastest racehorse in the South of England.What more do you need?"翻译第六章：福尔摩斯的答案在回伦敦的火车上，福尔摩斯给我们讲了这个谜后面的事情真相，不知不觉时间过得飞快。"我们去金斯皮兰之前，"我的朋友开口说道，"我以为是菲茨罗伊·辛普森干的。但当我们走到马厩那儿的时候，我突然想起那些热的咖哩烧肉。在这之前我怎么没想到这个呢?瞧，这就是事件的开端......""咖哩烧肉......"罗斯先生说着，回想了一下。"呃，咖哩烧肉对你有什么启发?""你知道麻鸦片的味道吗?"福尔摩斯说，"不知道?呃，那种味道不怎么浓烈，但能感觉到。大多数食物里放了麻醉剂都能尝出来，但在咖哩里尝不出来。咖哩味道很浓，比麻醉剂味道还重。所以凶手说：'我需要找个吃咖哩烧肉的晚上，这样内德·亨特就会愉快地享受晚餐，不会尝出鸦片的味道--然后就睡着了。'但菲茨罗伊·辛普森知道星期一晚上的晚餐是咖哩吗?当然不知道。他怎么能知道呢?晚餐又不是他做的。他不是金斯皮兰人，也不认识驯马师家里的任何人。所以，我们排除了辛普森，开始重新思考。星期一晚上，谁在晚饭前就知道有咖哩呢?""约翰·斯特雷克和他妻子，"我说，"还有那个佣人。""没错，华生。然后是下一个问题，关于狗的。我们知道那天晚上马厩里有一条狗，因为辛普森在的时候内德·亨特把狗牵出来了。然后深夜里有人进了马厩，牵走了一匹马。睡在马厩楼上的两个小马倌没听到动静，因为根本就没什么动静。狗没有叫。为什么没叫呢?""啊哈!"罗斯先生说，"狗没叫是因为它认识来的人。狗只对着生人叫。""又说对了。也就是说，深夜来的人就是约翰·斯特雷克。但他为什么要把马带出去呢?他想干什么?肯定是什么不光彩的事，不然他为什么要在自己的马倌的饭里下鸦片?我们都知道有些不老实的驯马师，他们能赚很多钱--他们下重注赌自己的马输，然后阻止自己的马赢得比赛。但怎么做呢?斯特雷克的计划是什么?我想，答案没准就在他的口袋里。"确实如此。你还记得那把奇怪的小刀吗?这位华生医生告诉了我们那是什么--一把眼科手术刀，是医院里的医生用的。你可以用这样一把刀制造一个伤口--一个非常非常小的伤口--在马的后腿肌腱上。没人会看见这个伤口，马也只有一点点感觉。马不会瘸，但不能发挥最好的水平，这样就无法赢得比赛。""斯特雷克想用这种手段对付我的马?"罗斯先生叫道，"他怎么能这样?我原以为他是个好人!""不，"福尔摩斯说，"他不是好人--也不是个小心的人。当一把刀刺进后腿的时候，没有哪匹马会安安静静地站着。斯特雷克不想让人听见动静，于是他就把马牵到了高沼地里。""蜡烛，还有火柴，"我说，"当然是这样!""不错，"福尔摩斯说，"我从斯特雷克的口袋里还知道了更多情况。罗斯先生，你是个通晓世故的人。人们会把其他人的账单放在口袋里随身带着吗?不，他们不会。那么达比希雷先生是谁呢?那是约翰·斯特雷克的另一个名字。这个案子里还有一位女士。一位阔绰的女士。我向斯特雷克夫人试探了账单上列出的衣服和帽子，但她对这些东西一无所知。""那星期一晚上，在高沼地里，"罗斯先生说，"你认为发生了什么事?""这个怎么样?"福尔摩斯说，"斯特雷克把马带到山脚下。他看见辛普森的围巾在地上，就捡了起来--为什么，我也不知道。他把外套挂在一棵树上，取出蜡烛和火柴，还有那把刀，开始于他的活计。但'银光'不喜欢这样。或许它受了惊，或许它觉得有什么不对劲。它是匹高大强壮的马，而且不耐烦了。它扬起后腿踢了出去，马蹄正中斯特雷克的脑袋。斯特雷克倒了下去，跌在泥地里，他手里的刀划到了自己的腿。那匹马消失在夜色中。""太精彩了!"罗斯先生说，"你讲得太生动了，福尔摩斯先生，我现在全明白了。""还有那些羊呢?"我问道，"那些羊是怎么回事?你对格雷戈里巡官说它们很重要。""啊，对了，华生，那些羊。"福尔摩斯笑了起来。"它们的确很重要。在动物的肌腱上划一个小伤口不是那么容易，斯特雷克不想失手。他得先练习，但在哪儿练呢?他自己的羊，就在他面前。""我们回伦敦后第二天你去哪儿了?"我问道，"是去达比希雷先生账单上那个裁缝那儿吗?""太棒了，华生!"福尔摩斯大笑。"对，我拿了张斯特雷克的照片，那个裁缝一眼就认出他了。'哦，是的，'她说，'这是达比希雷先生。我替他做了很多衣服。达比希雷夫人是一位很美的女士，她喜欢昂贵的衣服。'"福尔摩斯又笑起来。"这是个老掉牙的故事。斯特雷克不是第一个享受齐人之福的男人。他需要更多的钱来满足那位奢侈的达比希雷夫人，于是他打起了'银光'的主意。现在你知道是怎么回事了，罗斯先生。""对，我现在全明白了，"罗斯先生说，"福尔摩斯先生，太谢谢你了。不过还有件事。马当时在哪里?""啊，对。那匹马当时很安全，状况良好，跟一位朋友在一起。"福尔摩斯说，"我不能告诉你它跟谁在一起，或者在什么地方，因为我作出了承诺。不过，我们现在已经快到伦敦了。罗斯先生，你已经知道了谜底，又赢得了韦塞克斯杯，还是英格兰南部速度最快的赛马的主人。你还有什么不满足的呢?"

Sherlock Holmes and the Sport of Kings by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle单词提示1.lame 跛脚的原文Chapter 4: Looking for a horseHolmes and I walked slowly across the moor.In the evening sunlight, the autumn colors on the hills were beautiful reds and browns and yellows, but Holmes saw nothing of that."So,Watson," he said, "Let's forget John Straker for a minute, and think about the horse. Horses are friendly animals. Let's say that Silver Blaze runs away after the killing. Here he is out on the cold, wet moor. What does he do next?""He looks for a nice warm stable," I said, "With food and water.""Right,Watson. He didn't go back to King's Pyland, we know that, but there is another stable not far away at Capleton, perhaps he went there. And the way to cable to Capleton. Watson, is down, this hill, let's go."We walked quickly down the hill.And at the bottom, we found a small river and some very wet ground."Wonderful,"said Holmes, "I wanted mud and here it is. You follow the left side of the river, Watson. We're looking for the tracks of horseshoes."We found them after only 50 meters.Holmes took the horseshoe out of his pocket and put it next to the tracks."Yes, that silver blaze, no question about it."We followed the tracks easily, then lost them for a time, but found them again about 200 meters from the Capleton stables."Here they are," I cried, "And look, there's another track here of a man's shoe."Holmes got down to look."You're right, Watson, and the man is walking next to the horse."We followed the two tracks to Capleton stables, and were still 20 meters away when a man came out and called to us.He had a red, angry face go away, "We don't want visitors here. Go away.""Mr.Silas Brown?" Holmes said to him."What do you want?" said the man, "I don't talk to newspaper people, so just go away.""We are not from a newspaper," said Holmes, smiling, "But you have a horse called Silver Blaze in your stable.""That'snot true." Mr. Brown said angrily."Shall we go in and talk about it?" said Holmes.He did not wait for an answer, but took the man's arm and moved quickly to the gate.He looked back at me and said quietly, "Wait for me here, Watson."Twenty minutes later, they came out again.Holmes looked pleased, and Mr. Silas Brown was a different man.He looked smaller and older, and his face was afraid."Remember," said Holmes, "You must be there on the day, on time, and everything must be ready.""Yes,yes," Silas Brown said quickly, "You can be sure of it. Oh, yes, you can be sure of it." "Good,"said Holmes, "Well, goodbye for now."Holmes and I then began to walk back to King's Pyland along the road."Does he have the horse then?" I asked.Holmes laughed."Yes,"he said, "No at first, of course, but he's afraid of the police. He doesn't want them to know about this, and I can help him with that.""But why didn't the police find the horse?" I asked, "Inspector Gregory said they went to Capleton.""Oh, it's easy to change the color of a horse's coat."Holmes laughed again, "Gregory is a good policeman, but I don't think he knows much about horses.""And why did Brown tell you?" I said."When I walked through the stables with him," said Holmes, "The ground was muddy and I saw the tracks of his shoes in the mud. You remember those tracks on the moor? Well, these were the same shoes. After that, it was easy, and he told me everything. He found Silver Blaze on the moor early in the morning, and brought him into the stables. The horse is very well, just a different color at the moment. Brown put a very big bet on Desborough to win the Wessex Cup, you see, and with Silver Blaze out of the race.""But why did you leave the horse there? Is it safe with him?"I did not understand Holmes's plan."My dear Watson," Holmes said, "The horse is very safe. Silas Brown is afraid of me, afraid of the police, afraid of losing everything. Silver Blaze must be ready to race next week, or Brown's life as a racehorse trainer is finished, and Brown knows that.""Mr.Ross isn't going to like it," I said."Mr.Ross," said Holmes, "Doesn't understand detective work, he wants answers today, now, at once. So, he must learn a lesson, he must learn to wait.Say nothing about Silver Blaze for the moment, Watson."Back at King's Pyland, we found Mr. Ross and Inspector Gregory in the trainer's house."An interesting visit," said Holmes, "But my friend and I must go back to London by the midnight train."The Inspector and Mr. Ross stared at him, and I saw that Holmes was right about Mr. Ross."So our famous London detective can't find poor Straker's killer," Mr. Ross said. "Or my horse.""It's a difficult case, that's true," said Holmes quietly, "But your horse is going to run in the Wessex Cup next Tuesday. You have my promise on that.""A promise is a wonderful thing," said Mr. Ross, "but I would like the horse better than a promise."Holmes smiled, then turned to Inspector Gregory."Inspector,can you give me a photograph of Straker?""Yes,of course." said the Inspector.He took one from an envelope in his pocket and gave it to Holmes.It was now time to go back to Tavistock, and we went outside.One of the stable boys was there, and Holmes suddenly spoke to him."I see you have some sheep here, next to the stables," he said, "Are they all well?""They're all right, sir," said the boy, "But two or three of them are a little lame. They went lame last week."Holmes was very pleased about this.He got into the carriage and said to the Inspector, "Remember the lame sheep,Gregory, remember the lame sheep!"Mr.Ross was not interested in the sheep, but the Inspector stared at Holmes."You think the sheep are important?""Oh,yes," said Holmes, "Very important."The inspector still stared at him, very interested now."And what other things are important, Mr. Holmes?""The strange incident of the dog in the night-time.""The dog did nothing in the night time.""That was the strange incident."翻译第四章：寻找赛马福尔摩斯和我慢慢穿过高沼地。夕阳下，山上的秋色非常美--红色、棕色、黄色交相辉映。但福尔摩斯对此视而不见。"那么，华生，"他说，"让我们暂时忘记斯特雷克，想想那匹马吧。马是温顺的动物。我们假设'银光'在斯特雷克被杀之后跑了。它跑到这又湿又冷的高沼地上，然后会怎么办呢?""它会寻找一处温暖的马厩，"我说，"一个有食有水的地方。""对，华生。它没回到金斯皮兰，我们知道这一点，但离这儿不远的地方还有一个马厩，在卡普莱顿。没准它去那儿了。华生，去卡普莱顿的路就是从这儿下山。我们走!"我们很快下了山，在山脚下，我们发现一条小河，还有一片很湿的地面。"太好了，"福尔摩斯说，"我正想有块泥地，它就出现了。华生，你沿着河的左岸走。我们找找马蹄铁的痕迹。"就在50米远的地方，我们发现了马蹄铁的印子。福尔摩斯从口袋里拿出那块马蹄铁，放在那个蹄印的旁边。"没错，这就是'银光'，毫无疑问。"我们轻松地追踪着蹄印，有一会儿又失去了它的踪迹，但在离卡普莱顿马厩大约200米的地方，又发现了蹄印。"在这儿，"我叫道，"看，这儿还有个印记，是一个人的鞋印。"福尔摩斯蹲下查看。"你说得对，华生。而且这个人是走在马旁边的。"我们随着二者的脚印一直到了卡普莱顿的马厩。当我们离马厩还有20米远时，一个人出来朝我们大吼。他满脸通红，怒火万丈。"走开!我们这儿不欢迎游客!走开!""赛拉斯·布朗先生?"福尔摩斯对他说道。"你们想干什么?"那个人问，"我不接受记者采访，赶快走开。""我们不是报社的记者，"福尔摩斯微笑着说，"但你的马厩里有一匹名叫'银光'的马。""那不可能!"布朗先生愤怒地说。"我们能进去谈谈吗?"福尔摩斯说。他没有等着那人回答，而是抓住他的胳膊，快步走向大门。他回头看看我，从容地说："华生，在这儿等我。"20分钟后，他们又出来了。福尔摩斯看上去很满意，赛拉斯·布朗先生完全变了个人。他看上去矮了些，也老了些，脸上满是惊恐。"记住，"福尔摩斯说道，"到那天你一定得准时到，准备好一切。""好的，好的，"赛拉斯·布朗连忙说，"你放心吧。好的，你放心。""那好，"福尔摩斯说，"那先再见吧。"福尔摩斯与我开始沿着大路走回金斯皮兰。"那他藏着那匹马吗?"我问道。福尔摩斯大笑起来。"没错。他一开始当然说没有。但他害怕警察。他不想让他们知道这件事，而我能帮他应付。""但警方为什么没发现那匹马呢?"我问道，"格雷戈里巡官说他们去过卡普莱顿。""哦，要改变一匹马的毛色很容易，"福尔摩斯再次大笑起来。"格雷戈里是个好警察，但我认为他对马了解不深。""那布朗为什么要告诉你呢?"我说。"当我跟他一起穿过马厩的时候，"福尔摩斯说，"地上有很多泥，我看见了他留在泥地上的鞋印。你还记得高沼地里的脚印吗?两种鞋印是一样的。然后就简单了，他把一切都告诉了我。那天清早，他在高沼地里发现了'银光'，就把它带回了自己的马厩。那匹马很好，只不过现在是另一个颜色。你知道，布朗下了重注，赌德斯伯勒能赢得韦塞克斯杯。如果'银光'不参加比赛的话......""但你为什么要把马留在那儿呢?它在他那儿安全吗?"我不明白福尔摩斯的想法。"亲爱的华生，"福尔摩斯说，"那匹马很安全。赛拉斯·布朗害怕我，害怕警察，害怕失去一切。'银光'一定要参加下周的比赛，否则布朗作为赛马训练师的生涯就完蛋了--布朗明白这一点。""罗斯先生不会喜欢这样的。"我说。"罗斯先生，"福尔摩斯说，"不了解侦探工作。他想今天、现在、立刻就得到答案。因此，他必须得到点儿教训。他得学会等。暂时不要透露关于'银光'的事情，华生。"我们回到金斯皮兰，发现罗斯先生和格雷戈里巡官都在驯马师家里。"这是一次很有意思的拜访，"福尔摩斯说，"但我的朋友和我必须乘午夜的火车返回伦敦。"巡官和罗斯先生瞪着他，我发现福尔摩斯对罗斯先生的判断是对的。罗斯先生说道："这么说我们著名的伦敦大侦探找不到杀死可怜的斯特雷克的凶手，也找不到我的马。""不错，这个案子很复杂。"福尔摩斯平静地说，"但你的马会参加下星期二的韦塞克斯杯。这一点我敢保证。""哼!保证真是妙不可言，"罗斯先生说，"但我更想要回我的马，不想要什么保证。"福尔摩斯笑了，然后转向格雷戈里巡官。"巡官，能不能给我一张斯特雷克的照片?""当然可以。"巡官说。他从口袋里的一个信封内掏出一张照片，递给福尔摩斯。该回塔维斯托克了，我们走到屋外。有一个小马倌在外面，福尔摩斯突然跟他说起话来。"我看见你们在这儿养了几只羊，在马厩旁边，"他说，"它们还好吗?""它们很好，先生，"小马倌说，"但其中两三只有点儿跛。它们上星期开始跛的。"福尔摩斯对此非常高兴。他上了马车，对巡官说道："记住那些跛脚的羊，格雷戈里，记住那些跛脚的羊!"罗斯先生对羊一点儿兴趣都没有，但巡官盯着福尔摩斯。"你觉得那些羊很重要?""对。"福尔摩斯说，"非常重要。"巡官还瞪着他，马上就来了兴致。"那你觉得还有什么东西很重要，福尔摩斯先生?""狗在那天晚上的奇怪举动。""那天晚上狗什么举动都没有。""这就是奇怪的地方。"

Sherlock Holmes and the Sport of Kings by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle单词提示1.moor 荒原2.matches 火柴原文Chapter 3: John Straker's Pockets"Very interesting." I said.I gave the papers back to Holmes, and he put them away."So,Watson, what can you tell me?" he asked.I thought for a minute."This cut on Straker's leg, perhaps he did it with his own knife. When something hits you very hard on the head, and you have a knife in your hand… It can happen,you know.""Very good, Watson, and that's bad news for Fitzroy Simpson.""So,did Simpson do it? do you think?" I said."Perhaps,"said Holmes, "Let's look at it. Simpson puts opium in the boy's dinner. He goes away and comes back later in the night. He gets into the stables, takes the horse out, and leaves. But the trainer arrives at that moment, sees him,and follows him. The two men fight, and Simpson breaks Straker's head open with his stick. Then Simpson takes the horse. But where or did the horse run away? Is it still out on the moor? And how did Simpson get into the locked stables? I don't know, Watson, I don't know, we must wait and see." When we arrived at Tavistock Station, two men came to meet us.Inspector Gregory was a tall, slow-moving man with blue eyes.And Mr. Ross was small and quick.He was the first to speak, "Very pleased to see you, Mr. Holmes. The Inspector here is working hard, but we need help. We must find poor Straker's killer and I want to find my horse.""Is there any news?" asked Holmes."Let's talk on the way," the Inspector said, "I'd like you to see everything in the daylight."We were soon out of the little town and upon the brown hills of the moor.Inspector Gregory thought that the killer was Fitzroy Simpson."Simpson was out in the rain that night. His suit was still wet on the Tuesday."he said, "He had a big stick, and his scarf was in the dead man's hand.That looks bad, Mr. Holmes, very bad."Holmes smiled, "You need more than that, Inspector. The servant Edith,spoke of an envelope, did Simpson say anything about that?""Yes,he said it had money in it, a £10 note for the stable boy. "What about this other training stables at Capleton?" asked Holmes, "Does Simpson have friends there?""No,we don't think so, we went to Capleton of course. Their horse Desbrough is the second favorite for the Wessex Cup, and Silas Brown, the trainer, was not friendly with Straker, but we found nothing when we arrived at King's Pyland." Inspector Gregory took us into the trainer's house."Straker's body is upstairs," he said, "But we have here the things from his pockets and from the ground next to his body. Would you like to see them, Mr.Holmes?""Very much." said Holmes.We went into the front room, and the Inspector opened a box and put things on a table.There was a box of matches, a small piece of candle, some money, a watch, some papers and a small thin knife."This is a strange knife." Holmes said.He looked at it carefully and then gave it to me."What is it, Watson?""It's an eye knife," I said, "Doctors use these when they cut into an eye. You don't usually see them outside a hospital.""Mm,"said Holmes, "So why did Straker take this knife? It's no good for fighting,""His wife says it was in the bedroom for some days," said Inspector Gregory, "Perhaps he just took it, because it was there on the table.""Perhaps,"said Holmes, "What about these papers?""One is a letter from Mr. Ross, the others are bills," the Inspector said, "Three of them are bills for the horse's food, and this one is a bill from a dressmaker in London for a Mr. William Derbyshire. He was a friend of Straker's, his wife tells us. His letters sometimes came here and Straker sent them on.""Mrs.William Derbyshire is an expensive lady," said Holmes, looking at the bill, "£25 is a lot of money for just one dress and one hat."He put the bill down and moved to the window."Inspector,can we go out on the moor now before the light begins to go?"We left the room, and at the front door, we saw a woman.She came up to Inspector Gregory, and put her hand on his arm."Is there any news?" She said."No,Mrs. Straker, but here is Mr. Holmes-the famous detective from London. We have him to help us now.""I think I met you a month or two ago, Mrs. Straker," said Holmes, "Let me see… Yes, it was in Plymouth, at a garden party, do you remember?""No,sir, that wasn't me.""But I remember so well… You had a blue dress and a dark blue hat with white flowers on it.""I don't have a hat with flowers on it, sir. " Mrs. Straker said."Well,well, I am wrong, then. I am so sorry,"Andwith that, Holmes followed the inspector outside.Thefour of us, then walked past the stables and up onto the moor.Afterten minutes, Inspector Gregory stopped."Herewe are," he said, "Straker's body was down there, his coat was hereon this small tree…""Onthe tree, not on the ground?" Holmes asked,"Oh, no, it was on the tree, carefully away from the mud on the ground.""Mm.Interesting," said Holmes. "Now I must look at the mud down there.""Ah," said Inspector Gregory, "And to help you, I have here in this bag one of Straker's shoes, one of Fitzroy Simpson's shoes,and one of Silver Blaze's horseshoes.""My dear inspector, well done!" Holmes was very pleased, "You'll think of everything for some minutes."Holmes looked carefully at the ground, his eyes only centimeters away from the mud."Hello," he said suddenly, "What's this from out of the mud?"He took a match, or a small piece of one."Now why didn't I find that?" said the inspector."I knew it was there, you see." said Holmes."You knew, but how could you know that?"Holmes smiled, but did not answer.He then took the shoes, got down on the ground, and began to look at all the tracks in the mud.We stood and watched, but after five minutes Mr. Ross looked at his watch."This is very interesting, Mr. Holmes," he said, "But is it going to take a long time?""No."said Holmes, he got to his feet."I don't need to do any more here. Watson and I are going to take a little walk across the moor now with the horse shoe."Mr.Ross looked at the Inspector."Can we go back to the house and talk? I must take Silver Blaze's name out of the Wessex Cup race, and do it today, I think.""Don't do that," cried Holmes. "No, no, you must leave the horse's name in for the race.""But…"Mr. Ross began, then he laughed a little angrily, "Well, thank you, Mr.Holmes, thank you for your help. See you later then at the house."And he and the inspector walked away.翻译第三章：约翰·斯特雷克的口袋"嗯，很有意思，"我说。我把卷案还给福尔摩斯，他将它们收了起来。"那么，华生，你有什么看法?"他问。我想了想。"斯特雷克腿上的那个伤口没准是他自己的刀划的。如果有什么东西猛撞你的头，你手上又正好拿着把刀......你知道，很有可能。""很好，华生。这对菲茨罗伊·辛普森来说可不是个好消息。""那你觉得是辛普森干的吗?"我问道。"有可能。"福尔摩斯说，"让我们想想，辛普森在那个小马倌的晚餐里下了鸦片。他先离开，夜里晚些时候又回来，进入马厩，把马牵出来，然后逃走。但那时驯马师刚好赶到，看见了他，并紧追不舍。两个人打了起来，辛普森用手杖把斯特雷克的头打开了花。然后辛普森带走了那匹马--但带到哪里去了?还是马自己跑了?它是不是还在高沼地里?还有，辛普森怎么进到上了锁的马厩里的?我不知道，华生，我不知道。我们必须等等看。"我们到塔维斯托克车站时，有两个人来接我们。格雷戈里巡官个子高高的，动作缓慢，有一双蓝色的眼睛。罗斯先生是小个子，性子很急。他首先开口。"福尔摩斯先生，很高兴见到你。这位巡官很卖力，但我们需要帮助。我们必须找出杀害可怜的斯特雷克的凶手，我还想找到我的马。""有什么新的消息吗?"福尔摩斯问道。"我们在路上说吧，"巡官说，"我想让你趁白天看看所有的情况。"我们很快就出了小镇，到了沼泽地里的棕色小山上。格雷戈里巡官认为凶手就是菲茨罗伊·辛普森。"那天晚上下雨的时候辛普森在外面。他的外套到星期二还是湿的，"他说，"他有一根粗大的手杖，他的围巾又在死者手里。看上去不妙，福尔摩斯先生，非常不妙。"福尔摩斯笑了笑。"你还需要更多证据，巡官。那个佣人，伊迪丝，提到了一个信封。辛普森对此说了什么吗?""说了，他说里边有钱--一张十英镑的钞票，给小马倌的。""卡普莱顿的另一个训练马厩情形怎么样?"福尔摩斯问道，"辛普森在那儿有没有什么朋友?""没有，我们以为没有。当然，我们也去了卡普莱顿。他们的马，德斯伯勒，是韦塞克斯杯的第二大热门，驯马师赛拉斯·布朗跟斯特雷克关系不好。但我们没发现什么。"我们到达金斯皮兰以后，格雷戈里巡官把我们带到驯马师的家里。"斯特雷克的尸体在楼上，"他说，"但我们把他口袋里的东西，还有在他身边地上找到的东西放在这儿。你想看看吗，福尔摩斯先生?""很想。"福尔摩斯说。我们走进前厅，巡官打开一个盒子，把里边的东西放到一张桌子上。有一盒火柴，一小段蜡烛，一些钱，一块表，几张纸，还有一把很薄的小刀。"这把刀很奇怪，"福尔摩斯说。他仔细地看了看，然后把刀递给我。"这是什么，华生?""这是一把眼科手术刀，"我说，"医生给眼睛动手术的时候就用这样的刀。一般在医院外面见不到这样的刀。""嗯，"福尔摩斯说，"那斯特雷克拿这刀做什么呢?它并不适合打斗。""他妻子说这把刀在卧室里已经放了一段时间了，"格雷戈里巡官说，"也许只是因为它在桌子上，他就顺手拿了。""也许，"福尔摩斯说，"那些纸是什么?""一张是罗斯先生的信，其他的是账单，"巡官说，"其中有三张是马饲料的账单，这张是伦敦的一个裁缝寄来的账单，是给一个名叫威廉·达比希雷的人的。斯特雷克的妻子告诉我们，他是斯特雷克的朋友。有时他的信会寄到这儿，斯特雷克再转寄出去。""威廉·达比希雷夫人是位出手阔绰的女士，"福尔摩斯看着账单说，"一件衣服和一顶帽子就花了25英镑，这可是一大笔钱呢。"他放下账单，走到窗户边。"巡官，趁着天色还没暗下去，我们能现在去高沼地吗?"我们离开了房间。在大门口，我们看见一个女人。她走向格雷戈里巡官，拉住他的手臂。"有什么消息吗?"她问。"没有，斯特雷克夫人，不过福尔摩斯先生在这儿，他是伦敦来的著名侦探。我们现在有他帮忙了。""我想一两个月前我曾经见过你，斯特雷克夫人。"福尔摩斯说，"让我想想......对，是在普利茅斯的一个游园会上。你还记得吗?""没有，先生，那不是我。""但我记得很清楚......你穿着蓝色的衣服，戴着一顶深蓝色的帽子，上面有白色的花。""我没有上面带花的帽子，先生。"斯特雷克夫人说。"哦，那是我记错了。对不起。"福尔摩斯说着，跟着巡官出了门。然后，我们四个人经过马厩，走到高沼地上。十分钟后，格雷戈里巡官停了下来。"就是这儿，"他说，"斯特雷克的尸体就在这儿，他的外套在这边，挂在这棵小树上。""在树上?不在地上?"福尔摩斯问道。"哦，不是。是在树上，小心地避开了地上的泥泞。""嗯，真有意思，"福尔摩斯说，"现在，我必须看看那边的泥地。""啊，"格雷戈里巡官说，"为了协助你，我在这个包里装了一只斯特雷克的鞋，一只菲茨罗伊的鞋，还有一只'银光'的蹄铁。""亲爱的巡官，太棒了!"福尔摩斯非常高兴。"你考虑得真周到。"福尔摩斯仔细地检查了地面足足几分钟，他的眼睛离泥地只有几厘米。"噢!"他突然说道，"这是什么?"他从泥里捡起一根火柴，或者说是一小截火柴棍。"我怎么就没发现呢?"巡官说。"我知道它会在这儿，你瞧。"福尔摩斯说。"你知道?但你怎么可能知道呢?"福尔摩斯笑了笑，但没回答。然后他拿起那些鞋，趴在地上，开始查看地上所有的痕迹。我们站在那儿看着他，但五分钟后，罗斯先生看了看表。"呃，这很有意思，福尔摩斯先生，"他说，"但是不是还要很长时间?""不会。"福尔摩斯说。他站了起来。"我不用再在这儿做什么了。现在华生和我要在高沼地里走走，带着这块马蹄铁。"罗斯先生看着巡官，"我们能回房子里谈谈吗?我得把'银光'的名字从韦塞克斯杯的参赛名单里撤下来--我想，今天就得这么做。""别那么做!"福尔摩斯叫道，"不，不，你必须把马的名字留在参赛名单里。""但是......"罗斯先生开了个头，然后有点儿恼火地笑了起来。"啊，谢谢，福尔摩斯先生。谢谢你的帮助。那就过一会儿在家里见。"然后他跟巡官一起走了。

Sherlock Holmes and the Sport of Kings by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle单词提示1.curry 咖喱2.stick 手杖3.opium 鸦片原文Chapter 2: Monday night at King's PylandNotes by Inspector Gregory, after talking to Edith Baxter, Ned Hunter, Mrs. John Straker and Mr. Fitzroy Simpson.On Monday evening, Straker locked the stables at nine o'clock the usual time.Two of the boys then walked up to the trainer's house for their dinner.But the third boy, Ned Hunter, stayed in the stables to watch the horses.At five past nine, the Strakers' servant, a girl called Edith Baxter, carried Ned Hunter's dinner down to the stables.The dinner that night was a hot meat curry.Edith was nearly at the stables, when a man called out to her.He came up to her, and she saw a tall man in a gray suit and a hat, and a red and black scarf.He carried a big walking stick, and Edith felt afraid of him."Where am I?" the man asked, "What is this place?""This is King's Pyland, training stables." she said."Good," said the man, "Now, a stable boy sleeps here every night, is that right? And I think you're taking his dinner to him now."He took an envelope out of his pocket."Please give the boy this and you can have some money for a beautiful new dress."Edith did not take the envelope.She ran past the man to the stables and up to a small open window.She always put the boy's dinner through this window, and Ned Hunter was there,ready to take it."Oh, Ned!" Edith cried, but before she could say any more, the stranger came up behind her."Good evening," he said through the window to the boy, "I want to talk to you.""Who are you, what do you want?" Ned Hunter said."I want to make you rich, boy," the stranger said, "You help me and I help you. You have two horses in for the Wessex Cup- silver Blaze and Bayard. I hear that Bayard is the better horse and that you stable boys are putting your bets on him to win, am I right?" "I'm not saying anything," cried Ned Hunter, "We don't talk about our horses at King's Pyland. So get out, I'm getting the dog now." Ned ran across the stables to get the dog, and Edith began to run back to the house.But she looked back after about 30 meters and saw the man at the little window with his head and one arm inside the room.Edith ran on, and a minute later, Ned came out of the building and locked the door behind him.He ran all-round the stables with the dog, but the man was gone.Ned Hunter told the trainer and the other boys about the stranger, but no one saw him again.The next thing happened at one o'clock in the morning, when John Straker got out of bed."What's the matter," said his wife, "Where are you going?" "To the stables," Straker said, "I can't stop thinking about that stranger, I just want to have a look around." "But it's raining, wait until the rain stops." she said."No,no," Straker said, "I want to go now." He left the house and Mrs. Straker went back to sleep.At seven in the morning, she woke up, but her husband was not there.She quickly got up, called the servant-Edith, and they ran down to the stables.They found the stables unlocked, Straker was not there.And inside on a chair, Ned Hunter slept like a dead man.Silver Blaze was gone and his stable door was open.They called the other two boys from the room over the stables.They were good sleepers and heard nothing in the night.Nobody could wake Ned Hunter, so the two women and the boys ran out to look for the trainer and the horse.Five hundred from the stables, they saw Straker's coat on a small tree.Down the hill, just past the tree, they found the trainer. He was dead.There was a long cut in his leg, and his head was broken in three places.In his right hand, he had a small knife with blood all over it.And in his left hand, he had a red and black scarf.Edith Baxter knew the scarf at once, and later so did Ned Hunter."It's the strangest scarf," he told us, "When I went to get the dog, that stranger was still at the stable window. He put something in my meat curry to make me sleep, I know he did.Edith saw him with his arm through the window."Ned Hunter was right about his meat curry.There were some of his dinner left, and we found a lot of opium in it, that's why Ned slept like a dead man.What about the horse?We found his tracks in the mud next to Straker's dead body.But what happened then?Someone hit streak on the head and killed him.Did that person take the horse away? Did the horse run away?Everybody on Dartmoor is looking for Silver Blaze, but there is no news of him.When I began work on the case on Tuesday, we looked for the stranger.He was in Tavistock and we found him easily.His name is Fitzroy Simpson, he lives mostly in London and makes his money at the races taking bets.We looked in his betting book and found a number of big bets, £5000 against the favorite for the Wessex Cup.These were his answers to my questions."Why did you come down to Dartmoor?""I'm a betting man, Inspector. I need to know about the horses for the Wessex Cupsilver blaze, Bayard, and Desborough-the horse at Silas Brown's stables. He is the second favorite for the race, you see.""Did you go to the King's Pyland stables late on Monday evening?""Yes,I did. I just wanted to ask the stable boys some questions; they know the horses better than anyone.""And is this your scarf?""Yes,yes, it is.""And how did it get into the dead man's hand? Mr. Simpson, can you tell us that?""I don't know, Inspector, I don't know, I never saw the man. I lost my scarf in the dark. It wasn't me, Inspector, it wasn't me."We asked many more questions, but Fitzroy Simpson did not change his story.He was out at King's Pyland that night, his suit was still wet from the rain, and his big walking stick could break a man's head open, but there were no cuts on his body.So where did the blood on Straker's knife come from? And where is the horse?翻译第二章：周一晚上的金斯皮兰格雷戈里巡官与伊道丝·巴克斯特、内德·亨特、约翰·斯特雷克夫人以及菲茨罗伊·辛普森先生谈话以后的记录。星期一晚上，斯特雷克跟平常一样9点就锁了马厩。然后有两个小马倌走到驯马师家里吃晚餐，而第三个小马倌内德·亨特留在马厩照看马匹。9点5分，斯特雷克的佣人，一个名叫伊迪丝·巴克斯特的女孩子把内德·亨特的晚餐送到马厩。那天晚上的晚餐是热的咖哩烧肉。伊迪丝快到马厩的时候，一个人向她打招呼。他走近她，伊迪丝看见一个高个子男人，穿着一件灰色外套，戴着帽子，围着一条黑红相间的围巾，手里拿着一根粗大的手杖。伊迪丝觉得有点儿害怕。"我这是在哪儿?"那个人问道，"这是什么地方?""这是金斯皮兰的训练马厩。"伊迪丝回答道。"太好了!"那个人说。"那么，一个小马倌每天晚上睡在这儿--对吗?我猜你这是要去给他送晚餐吧。"他从口袋里掏出一个信封。"请把这个交给那个男孩儿，你就可以得到一笔钱买身漂亮衣服了。"伊迪丝没拿那个信封。她从那个人身旁跑过去，跑到马厩那儿的一扇开着的小窗前。她一般都从这扇窗户将小马倌的晚餐递进去，内德·亨特已经在那儿准备取饭了。"噢，内德!"伊迪丝叫道，但她还没来得及说别的，那个陌生人已经来到了她身后。"晚上好，"他隔着窗户对那个男孩说，"我想跟你谈谈。""你是谁?你想干什么?"内德·亨特说。"我想让你发财，孩子，"那个陌生人说，"你要是帮我，我就会帮你。你们有两匹马要参加韦塞克斯杯--'银光'和贝亚德。我听说贝亚德更好，你们这帮小马倌都在它身上下了注。对吗?""我不会透露任何事!"内德·亨特叫道，"我们不会在金斯皮兰谈论自己的马，快走开!我要放狗了!"内德穿过马厩去牵狗，伊迪丝开始回头往房子里跑。但她跑了大约30米后，回头看见那个人站在那扇小窗子边，头和一只胳膊伸进了房间里。伊迪丝继续往回跑，很快内德就出来了，顺手锁了门。他带着狗绕马厩跑了一圈，但那个人已经不见了。内德·亨特跟驯马师和其他的马倌说了那个陌生人的事，但再没人看到那个人。第二件事发生在凌晨1点。约翰·斯特雷克从床上爬了起来。"怎么了?"他妻子说，"你要去哪儿?""去马厩看看，"斯特雷克说，"我老想着那个陌生人。我想去看看。""可天在下雨呢。等雨停了再去吧。"她说。"不，不，"斯特雷克说，"我就想现在去。"他离开了房子，斯特雷克夫人接着睡觉。早上7点，她醒了过来，但她丈夫不在。她马上起床，叫来了佣人伊迪丝，一起往马厩跑去。她们发现马厩没锁。斯特雷克不在，内德·亨特在里边一张椅子上睡得跟死人一样。"银光"也不见了，它所在的马厩开着门。她们叫醒了睡在马厩顶上房间里的另外两个小马倌。他俩都睡得很死，没听见夜里有任何动静。没人能叫醒内德·亨特，于是那两个女人和两个小马倌跑出去找驯马师和那匹马。在离马厩500米的地方，他们看见斯特雷克的外套挂在一棵小树上。就在树边的山脚下，他们找到了驯马师。他死了。他腿上有一道长长的伤口，脑袋有三处破了。他右手拿着一把小刀，上面满是血，左手拽着一条黑红相间的围巾。伊迪丝·巴克斯特马上就认出了那条围巾，后来，内德·亨德也认出来了。"是那个陌生人的围巾，"他告诉我们，"我去牵狗的时候，那个人还在马厩的窗户边。他放了什么东西在我的咖哩烧肉里，让我昏昏入睡--我知道一定是他。伊迪丝看见他了，他的手伸进了窗户里。"内德·亨特关于他的咖哩烧肉的判断是对的。他的晚餐还剩下一点儿，我们在里边发现大量的鸦片。这就是内德睡得那么死的原因。那匹马呢?我们在泥地里发现了它的脚印，就在斯特雷克的尸体旁边。但是随后发生了什么事?有人打中了斯特雷克的头，杀死了他。那个人把马带走了吗?还是马自己跑了?达特穆尔的每个人都在找"银光"，但没有关于它的任何消息。星期二我开始调查这个案子，我们就着手寻找那个陌生人。他在塔维斯托克，我们轻而易举地找到了他。他名叫菲茨罗伊·辛普森。他大部分时间住在伦敦，靠在赛马中赌马赚钱。我们查看了他的赌金簿，发现他在韦塞克斯杯上下了重注--5000英镑--买"银光"输。以下是他回答我的问题的记录。"你为什么去达特穆尔?""巡官，我是个赌徒。我得了解参加韦塞克斯杯的马--'银光'、贝亚德，还有德斯伯勒——赛拉斯·布朗家的马。你知道，那是这次比赛的第二大热门。""星期一晚上你是不是去了金斯皮兰的马厩?""对。我只想向着马厩的马倌打听点儿事情。他们比任何人都了解马的状况。""这是你的围巾吗?""对......是我的。""那它是怎么到被害人的手里的，辛普森先生?你能向我们解释一下吗?""我不知道，巡官，我不知道!我从来没见过那个人，那天夜里我的围巾丢了。不是我干的，巡官，不是我!"我们还问了很多问题，但菲茨罗伊·辛普森坚持他的说法。他那天晚上确实在金斯皮兰，他的外套淋了雨，还是湿的，他那条粗大的手杖足以打破人的脑袋。但他身上没有伤口，那斯特雷克手里那把刀上的血迹又是从哪儿来的呢?还有，那匹马哪儿去了?

Sherlock Holmes and the Sport of Kings by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle单词提示1.inspector 巡官，探长2.racegoers 赛马观众3.stable 马厩原文Chapter 1: A horse called Silver Blaze."I must go down there, Watson, I must." said Sherlock Holmes at the breakfast table on Thursday morning."Go, go where?" I asked."To Dartmoor, to King's Pyland.""Ah, so that's it," I said, "Well,everybody in the country is talking about the case at King's Pyland."I always know when Holmes is interested in a case, he reads all the newspapers.He walks up and down, up and down the room and does not speak for hours.He did all those things yesterday.He did not answer any of my questions, but I knew that it was the mystery at King's Pyland.The morning, newspapers were on the breakfast table."What is happening at King's Pyland? Where is Silver Blaze," they asked, "Who killed John Straker? What are the police doing? Can they find the horse before the big race next week?" Silver Blaze was a famous racehorse, and John Straker was his trainer.One of the biggest horse races of the year-the Wessex Cup was next week, and Silver Blaze was the favorite to win.But on Monday night at King's Pyland, two things happened.Someone killed John Straker and Silver Blaze disappeared.I was interested in this case, too."Do you need my help, Holmes?" I asked."I would very much like to come with you, my dear Watson," said Holmes, "Of course you must come with me.We can catch the twelve o'clock from Paddington and talk about the case on the train."Two hours later, we were on the train to Tavistock.We read all the midday newspapers, but there was nothing new in them."So, Watson, what do you think about this case?""Well, the newspapers say…""Yes, the newspapers understand nothing. One day they say one thing, the next day they say another. But we must look at the case more carefully. What did happen on Monday night at King's Pyland and what did not happen, that's an important question, too.""Do the police have any answers?"I asked."No," said Holmes. "On Wednesday morning, I had two letters. One was from Mr. Ross, the owner of the horse, and the other was from the Dartmoor police, an Inspector Gregory. They ask for my help.""Wednesday morning?"I cried, "But this is Thursday morning, why didn't you go down yesterday?""Because it was an easy case, you can't hide a famous horse for long, I thought. where can you hide a horse on Dartmoor?There are no buildings, no trees. But I was wrong, Watson. The case is now two days old and nobody can find the horse or Straker's killer." "So here we are on the train to Tavistock, and what do you think about it all? " I said."Well, Watson, let's look at the case first. We have a racehorse-Silver Blaze, only five years old, but already a winner in many big races. His owner Mr.Ross is a happy man and rich, the racegoers are happy too. Silver Blaze nearly always wins his races and so people put big bets on him to win. And when the favorite wins the race, a lot of people make money on their bets. But what happens when the favorite doesn't win? Watson, what then?""A lot of people lose their money, of course," I said, "And people with big bets on a different horse can make much more money when that other horse wins."Right, Watson! So perhaps some people are very interested in Silver Blaze not running in the Wessex Cup. Of course, Mr. Ross and his trainer John Straker know that, and they watch the horse very carefully.Now let's look at the people and the place. The trainer, John Straker, a good man and wonderful with horses, worked for Mr.Ross for twelve years. There are four horses in the training stables and three boys working for Straker. One of them sits up all night with the horses and the other two sleep in a room over the stables. We know nothing bad about any of the boys.Straker has a wife, no children, and lives-I mean lived in a house about 200 meters from the stables. The town of Tavistock is two kilometers to the west, and about two kilometers to the east. There is Capleton-another training stables. The owner there is Lord Backwater, and the trainer is Silas Brown. There are no other houses, just the hills of Dartmoor."I listened carefully, I wanted to remember it all, because Holmes does not like to say anything twice."Now," he said, "What happened on Monday night? These papers came with Inspector Gregory's letter. The best thing is for you to read them, Watson, then tell me what you think."I took the papers from him and began to read.翻译第一章：一匹名叫银光的马。"我必须得去一趟，华生。不能不去。"星期四早上，歇洛克·福尔摩斯坐在桌旁吃早餐时说道。"去?去哪儿?"我问道。"去达特穆尔--去金斯皮兰。""啊!就是这事儿。"我说，"全英国的人都在谈论金斯皮兰的这个案子。"当福尔摩斯对某个案子感兴趣的时候，我总能感觉到。他会浏览所有的报纸，在房间里不停地走来走去，几小时都不说话。昨天他就是这样。我问什么他都不理，不过我知道他肯定是在想着金斯皮兰的神秘事件。早上的报纸就放在餐桌上。"金斯皮兰发生了什么事?'银光'在哪儿?"报上写道，"谁杀死了约翰·斯特雷克?警方在干什么?他们能不能在下星期大赛前找回'银光'?""银光"是一匹著名的赛马，约翰·斯特雷克是它的驯马师。每年最大的赛马会之一--韦塞克斯杯--就在下星期举行，"银光"是夺冠的大热门。但星期一晚上，在金斯皮兰发生了两件事。约翰·斯特雷克被杀了，而"银光"失踪了。我对这案子也很感兴趣。"你要我帮忙吗，福尔摩斯?"我问道，"我非常愿意跟你一起去。""亲爱的华生，"福尔摩斯说，"你当然得跟我一起去。我们可以赶12点从帕丁顿区开出的火车，在车上讨论案情。"两个小时以后，我们坐上了去塔维斯托克的火车。我们看了中午所有的报纸，但报上没有什么新消息。"华生，你对这案子有什么看法?""呃，报纸上说...""啊，报纸什么也不知道。他们今天说一套，明天又是一套。但我们得更用心地看待这个案子。星期一晚上在金斯皮兰发生了什么?没发生的又是什么?这也是个关键的问题。""警方找到答案了吗?"我问道。"没有，"福尔摩斯说，"星期三早上我收到两封信，一封是马的主人罗斯先生写来的，另一封来自达特穆尔警方--格雷戈里巡官。他们请求我帮忙。""星期三早上!"我叫道，"但现在已经是星期四上午了。你为什么不昨天动身呢?""因为这个案子并不复杂。我原来以为没人能长时间地藏住一匹知名的马。你能把马藏在达特穆尔的什么地方呢?那儿没有建筑物，也没有树林......但我的判断并不准确，华生。现在这案子已经发生两天了，还没人找到那匹马--或者找到杀死约翰·斯特雷克的凶手。所以我们才坐上了这列开往塔维斯托克的火车。""那你对这一切有什么看法?"我问道。"嗯，华生，我们来看看这个案子。首先，有一匹赛马'银光'--才5岁，但已经是许多大赛的冠军。它的主人罗斯先生很开心--因为他有钱了。在这匹马上下注的赛马迷们也很开心，因为银光在比赛中几乎从未输过，因此人们在它身上下了重注。如果最被看好的赛马赢得了比赛，很多人都会凭他们下的赌注赢钱。但如果这匹马输了呢，华生?那会怎样?""当然是许多人输钱啦，"我说，"而且在别的马身上下了重注的人会赢得更多的钱，如果被下注的那匹马赢了的话。""说得对，华生!所以，可能有人很希望'银光'不能参加韦塞克斯杯的比赛。当然，罗斯先生和他的驯马师约翰·斯特雷克知道这一点，他们非常小心地照顾着这匹马。现在让我们来看看这案子涉及到的人和地点。驯马师约翰·斯特雷克--他是个好人，对马很有一套--已经为罗斯先生工作了12年了。训练用的马厩里有四匹马。斯特雷克手下有三个小马倌，其中一个会整夜守着马，另外两个睡在马厩顶上的一个房间里。就我们所知，这几个男孩儿的品行都很好。斯特雷克已经结婚，没有孩子，住在--我是说，他曾经住在离马厩200米左右的一所房子里。向西两公里就是塔维斯托克镇，东边大约两公里的地方是卡普莱顿，另一处训马马厩。那儿的主人是巴克沃特勋爵，驯马师是赛拉斯·布朗。附近没有其他的房子了--只有达特穆尔的山。"我仔细听着，想记住这一切，因为福尔摩斯不喜欢重复说过的话。"那么，"他说道，"星期一晚上发生了什么事?这些卷宗是格雷戈里巡官随信一起寄来的。你最好看看，华生，然后告诉我你的想法。"我从他手里拿过卷宗，看了起来。

ETP#220 is the part two follow-up to last week's episode, and this is the one we really wanted to get to. We ran out of road last week before doing CrossFit Pacific Beach any justice, so this episode picks right back up there and runs all the way through the rest of the arc: going online, the failed business that taught Bryan everything, the origins of Straker Nutrition, building Undefeated, and Aaron winning his pro card on the first try.The throughline is the same as part one. Spotting the gap in the market before anyone else does, putting in the reps when no one's watching, leaning on the people around you, and making things so simple it'd be unreasonable to screw them up. A lot of what looks like luck in hindsight is really just opportunity meeting preparation, over and over again.Before we get into it, Aaron's got some big news that we're both pretty fired up about.Covered in this episode:Big news: a little baby Straker (a boy) is coming in December, and Bryan's headed to Steamboat to celebrate his wife's birthday, twelve years after the trip that made him want to move to the mountains in the first placeUpdates: new Paragon hypertrophy cycles starting 6/22 with the core challenge, and a reminder on Good Labs (code STRAKER for an additional 20% off the cheapest labs in the US)How CrossFit PB built its reputation as the gym where everyone was actually jacked, and why Bryan refused to just do CrossFit for the sake of CrossFitThe first real business goal: getting to $35K a year each so they could quit their day jobs, and the absolutely brutal 5:30am-to-midnight grind it took to get thereSharing a wall with an urgent care, opening a second location as a safety net, then maxing out bothWhen the love started fading: the CrossFit burnout, the animosity with Anders, the balloon rent payment, and the slow unwindGoing online before it was a thing, building Evolved Training Systems, and spotting the price gap in the marketThe failed business (Active Traveler Network) and why underpricing the market and failing taught Bryan everything he needed to succeed laterJenny's "I'm not rolling any fucking dice, I'm making this happen" moment and how reframing it took failure off the tableThe COVID inflection point: dumbbell-only programs ready to go the day the world shut down, and why removing everyone's excuses produced better resultsThe origin of Straker Nutrition: spotting the gap between female-led coaching and male bodybuilding prep, and serving the people in the middleBuilding Undefeated around equipment because bodybuilders build better gyms than businessmen doThe pro card: going from "natural Aaron who said he'd never compete" to winning on his first attempt, the TRT goal physique that left him feeling empty, and the pressure Jackson put on himStructuring the prep like a pro, turning the brain off, and the "crack in the dam" philosophyWhy posing is the worst, and using accountability to your circle as the thing that actually drives youClosing thoughts: don't fear failure, expand your network, and drop the ego that keeps you from hiring a coachTimestamps: 00:00 Intro: Chasing Big Goals Part 2 00:55 Updates + Bryan's Big Party Weekend Recap 01:35 Steamboat Springs and the 12-Year Mountain Dream 03:15 Aaron's Big News + Good Labs Reminder 05:05 How CrossFit PB Differentiated on Training 06:50 Bodybuilding First, Metcon Second 11:25 The First Business Goal: Quitting the Day Jobs 13:30 Two Locations, the Urgent Care War, and Maxing Out 14:10 Falling Out of Love: Burnout and the Unwind 16:50 Going Online and Building Evolved 20:00 The Paragon Partnership and the COVID Surge 24:00 The Failed Business That Taught Him Everything 26:30 Jenny's "I'm Not Rolling Dice" Reframe 28:50 The COVID Inflection Point for SNC 33:30 Lockdown Life and Spotting the Software Exit 35:00 The Origin of Straker Nutrition 39:00 Building Expertise (and Hiding in Education) 40:00 Building Undefeated Around Equipment 42:30 The Pro Card: From "Never Competing" to First Try 43:00 The TRT Goal Physique That Left Him Empty 45:30 Deciding to Prep + Jackson's Pressure 47:00 Structuring the Prep Like a Pro 48:30 Making It Too Simple to Fail + The Crack in the Dam 51:30 Why Posing Is the Worst 55:00 Get Your Circle on Your Side 56:00 Closing Thoughts: Network, Ego, and Hiring a Coach Work 1:1 with Aaron ⬇️https://strakernutritionco.com/nutrition-coaching-apply-now/Done For You Client Check-In System for Coaches ⬇️https://strakernutritionco.com/macronutrient-reporting-check-in-template/Paragon Training Methods Programming ⬇️https://paragontrainingmethods.comFollow Bryan's Evolved Training Systems Programming ⬇️https://evolvedtrainingsystems.comFind Us on Social Media  ⬇️IG | @Eat.Train.ProsperIG | @bryanboorsteinIG | @aaron_strakerYT | EAT TRAIN PROSPER PODCAST

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ETP#219 (Part 1) is all about chasing big goals. If you've listened for a while you know we talk a ton about training, a decent amount about nutrition, and honestly not enough about the prosper side. This episode leans into that third pillar. Between the two of us we've moved across the country (and the world), changed careers, built gyms, build successful coaching and training businesses, and turned pro. With plenty of wins and a fair share of losses along the way. And the behind the scenes of how those things actually came together is where the real value is.So we each break down the foundations we've used for deciding if a big goal is actually worth the time, energy, and relationship cost it's going to demand. Because it will demand it. Your life is already full, and you cannot just stack a big goal on top of a full life without trading in the pursuit of a new big goal.We got deep enough into the examples that we ran out of time before giving CrossFit PB the conversation it deserves. So that story, plus the pro card win and the Paragon origin, is coming next week in Part 2.Covered in this episode:Updates: new Paragon physique cycles starting 6/22 with a six-week abs challenge, and Bryan digging further into his kidney labs (cystatin C, UACR, urinalysis)Aaron officially partnering with Good Labs, the best priced blood work in the US by a wide margin (code STRAKER for an additional 20% off)Why a big goal needs deep personal relevancy, and why purely money-motivated goals fall apart fastGetting goals out of your head and into spoken words, and why "word is bond" means being really selective with what you commit toSupport systems and accountability, and the reality that we've let ourselves down hundreds of times but never someone elseGoing into business with friends versus going solo, and why it's better for good business partners to become friends than good friends to become business partnersBeing honest about the trade-offs, including Aaron telling Jenny "I'm going to be really selfish for the next five months" before prepSimplifying execution down to daily chunks so small it would be unreasonable to screw them upDiscipline turning into motivation turning into obsessionWriting the CrossFit PB business plan in coffee shops, and dealing with the friends who don't believe in youBryan cashing out the Amazon stock he bought at 13 (at a loss) to fund his San Diego moveThe weekly master plan meeting Aaron and Jenny have kept every single week since 2018Timestamps:00:00 Intro: Chasing Big Goals01:20 Updates: Paragon Physique Cycles and Abs Challenge02:55 Bryan's Kidney Lab Deep Dive06:00 Aaron's Good Labs Partnership + Coaching Opportunities08:25 How We Laid This Episode Out + Our Examples12:50 Deep Personal Relevancy15:00 Speaking Goals Into Existence16:05 Support Systems and Accountability17:25 Business With Friends vs. Going Solo21:30 Being Honest About the Costs and Trade-offs23:50 Simplify Into Daily Action Chunks25:30 Bryan's Foundations: Passion and Obsession28:55 Discipline to Motivation to Obsession30:30 Writing the CrossFit PB Business Plan32:30 Buy-In From Your People and Handling Doubters36:20 No Solutions, Only Trade-offs39:05 Moving Across the Country: Our Two Stories43:00 The Master Plan: Weekly Planning Meetings46:00 Separation of Duties and the Undefeated Build50:45 Why CrossFit PB Deserves Its Own Episode (Part 2 Teaser) Work 1:1 with Aaron ⬇️https://strakernutritionco.com/nutrition-coaching-apply-now/Done For You Client Check-In System for Coaches ⬇️https://strakernutritionco.com/macronutrient-reporting-check-in-template/Paragon Training Methods Programming ⬇️https://paragontrainingmethods.comFollow Bryan's Evolved Training Systems Programming ⬇️https://evolvedtrainingsystems.comFind Us on Social Media  ⬇️IG | @Eat.Train.ProsperIG | @bryanboorsteinIG | @aaron_strakerYT | EAT TRAIN PROSPER PODCAST

0:00- Intro 0:30- Bryan's journey testing glucose levels  8:30- My home OGTT test and more on glucose  11:50- Aaron's glucose monitoring journey 14:30- Bryan's bro split  17:30- Specialization routine 20:00- Aaron's volume 23:00- Supplements 26:45- TRT for increasing dopamine baseline 43:30- Using PEDs early in your training career  52:30- Hyper-responders to PEDs 

Daniel Sebesta joins Florian and Esther on the pod to talk about the latest language industry news, AI translation developments, and key insights from the Slator Pro Guide: Growth Hacks for Language Technology Platforms (LTPs).The trio begin with TransPerfect's latest financial results, which reported USD 1.32 billion in revenue, up 7% year on year. They also discuss leadership changes at Straker, where founder Grant Straker stepped down as CEO after more than 25 years.Florian shares new AI-powered contextual features in Google Translate that allow users to refine translations and adjust tone or phrasing. Daniel believes these interactive capabilities aim to improve trust in AI systems by giving users more visibility and control over translation outputs.The discussion also turns to ElevenLabs and its partnership with Deutsche Telekom to embed live translation into phone calls. The integration could enable real-time multilingual conversations, summaries, and contextual assistance for telecom customers.The trio then cover Walmart's internal AI localization initiative, where the system now translates millions of catalog items across 22 languages while reducing translation costs by about 99%.Daniel concludes by outlining the Growth Hacks Pro Guide, which explores strategies for scaling LTPs. He highlights areas such as go-to-market strategy, partnerships with language solutions integrators, enterprise sales execution, and security readiness as key drivers of scalable growth.

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The world of prehospital medicine is constantly evolving, driven by new research, technological advancements, and a shared commitment to improving patient care and provider well-being. As EMS professionals, staying informed about these developments goes beyond a professional obligation; it is an opportunity to improve our practice, champion our profession, and ultimately make a greater impact on saving lives. In this article, we will explore some of the latest research findings that are reshaping our field, from workplace culture to cutting-edge technology.   The Culture of Care: Supporting EMS Providers Our work is demanding, both physically and emotionally, and the culture within our agencies plays a critical role in our well-being. A recent systematic review in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health revealed that many EMS providers avoid using organizational mental health services due to stigma and a perception that these programs lack genuine care. The study emphasizes the need for person-centered support and a cultural shift that normalizes seeking help as a sign of strength (Johnston et al., 2025). This cultural component also impacts retention. Another study in the same journal found that agencies with collaborative, team-oriented "clan" cultures had significantly lower turnover rates compared to those with rigid or chaotic structures. For leaders in EMS, fostering a supportive environment is not just about morale. It is a strategic imperative for retaining skilled clinicians (Kamholz et al., 2025).   Professional Recognition: Breaking Barriers Across the globe, paramedics are striving for recognition as integrated healthcare professionals. A qualitative study in BMC Health Services Research identified common barriers, including outdated legislation, inconsistent regulation, and insufficient funding. While the pandemic temporarily highlighted our capabilities, the momentum has waned. The study calls for targeted policy reforms and investments in education and leadership to solidify our role in the broader healthcare system (Feerick et al., 2025). Physical Demands and Injury Prevention The physical toll of our work is undeniable. A scoping review in Applied Ergonomics confirmed that musculoskeletal injuries, particularly to the back, are rampant in EMS. Tasks like handling stretchers and patient extractions are among the most strenuous. The review also highlighted fitness disparities, with male paramedics generally showing more strength but less flexibility than their female counterparts. These findings underscore the need for targeted injury prevention programs and realistic physical standards to keep us safe throughout our careers (Marsh et al., 2025).   Advancements in Cardiac Arrest Care When it comes to cardiac arrest, every second counts. A study in Resuscitation reinforced the value of bystander CPR, showing that dispatcher-assisted CPR significantly improves outcomes for untrained bystanders. For those with prior CPR training, acting independently yielded even better results. This highlights the importance of public CPR education alongside dispatcher support (Tagami et al., 2025). On the scene, our interventions matter immensely. Research in The Journal of Emergency Medicine found that for traumatic cardiac arrest patients, aggressive interventions like prehospital thoracostomy can be lifesaving (McWilliam et al., 2025). Meanwhile, a study in Critical Care Medicine revealed that extracorporeal CPR (ECPR) significantly improves outcomes for patients with refractory ventricular fibrillation, emphasizing the need for early transport to specialized centers.   The Role of Technology in EMS Technology is poised to revolutionize EMS, from dispatch to diagnosis. A study in The American Journal of Emergency Medicine demonstrated that large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT could prioritize ambulance requests with remarkable accuracy, aligning with expert paramedic decisions over 76 percent of the time. This proof of concept suggests that AI could one day enhance resource allocation in dispatch centers (Shekhar et al., 2025). On the diagnostic front, machine learning is opening new possibilities. For example, a study in Bioengineering showed that analyzing photoplethysmography waveforms could estimate blood loss in trauma patients, offering a non-invasive way to guide resuscitation (Gonzalez et al., 2025). Similarly, research in Medical Engineering & Physics explored using multidimensional data to differentiate ischemic from hemorrhagic strokes in the field, potentially enabling more targeted prehospital care (Alshehri et al., 2025).   Addressing Disparities in Care Equity in EMS is a cornerstone of our profession, yet recent studies highlight troubling disparities. Research in JAMA Network Open found that ambulance offload times were significantly longer in communities with higher proportions of Black residents (Zhou et al., 2025). Another study in JAMA Surgery revealed that Black and Asian trauma patients were less likely to receive helicopter transport compared to White patients. These findings are a call to action for all of us to examine our systems and biases to ensure equitable care for every patient (Mpody et al., 2025).   Looking Ahead The research discussed here represents just a fraction of the advancements shaping EMS today. From improving workplace culture and injury prevention to leveraging AI and addressing systemic inequities, these findings have real-world implications for our protocols, training, and advocacy efforts. As EMS professionals, we have a responsibility to stay informed and apply these insights to our practice. For a deeper dive into these topics and more, I invite you to listen to the podcast, EMS Research with Professor Bram latest episode, https://youtu.be/rt_1AFzSLIk "Research Highlights and Innovations Shaping Our Field.”   References Alshehri, A., Panerai, R. B., Lam, M. Y., Llwyd, O., Robinson, T. G., & Minhas, J. S. (2025). Can we identify stroke sub-type without imaging? A multidimensional analysis. Medical Engineering & Physics. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.medengphy.2025.104364 Feerick, F., Coughlan, E., Knox, S., Murphy, A., Grady, I. O., & Deasy, C. (2025). Barriers to paramedic professionalisation: A qualitative enquiry across the UK, Canada, Australia, USA and the Republic of Ireland. BMC Health Services Research, 25(1), 993. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-025-10993-7 Gonzalez, J. M., Holland, L., Hernandez Torres, S. I., Arrington, J. G., Rodgers, T. M., & Snider, E. J. (2025). Enhancing trauma care: Machine learning-based photoplethysmography analysis for estimating blood volume during hemorrhage and resuscitation. Bioengineering, 12(8), 833. https://doi.org/10.3390/bioengineering12080833 Johnston, S., Waite, P., Laing, J., Rashid, L., Wilkins, A., Hooper, C., Hindhaugh, E., & Wild, J. (2025). Why do emergency medical service employees (not) seek organizational help for mental health support?: A systematic review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 22(4), 629. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph22040629 Kamholz, J. C., Gage, C. B., van den Bergh, S. L., Logan, L. T., Powell, J. R., & Panchal, A. R. (2025). Association between organizational culture and emergency medical service clinician turnover. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 22(5), 756. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph22050756 Marsh, E., Orr, R., Canetti, E. F., & Schram, B. (2025). Profiling paramedic job tasks, injuries, and physical fitness: A scoping review. Applied Ergonomics, 125, 104459. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apergo.2025.104459 McWilliam, S. E., Bach, J. P., Wilson, K. M., Bradford, J. M., Kempema, J., DuBose, J. J., ... & Brown, C. V. (2025). Should anything else be done besides prehospital CPR? The role of CPR and prehospital interventions after traumatic cardiac arrest. The Journal of Emergency Medicine. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jemermed.2025.02.010 Mpody, C., Rudolph, M. I., Bastien, A., Karaye, I. M., Straker, T., Borngaesser, F., ... & Nafiu, O. O. (2025). Racial and ethnic disparities in use of helicopter transport after severe trauma in the US. JAMA Surgery, 160(3), 313–321. https://doi.org/10.1001/jamasurg.2024.5678 Shekhar, A. C., Kimbrell, J., Saharan, A., Stebel, J., Ashley, E., & Abbott, E. E. (2025). Use of a large language model (LLM) for ambulance dispatch and triage. The American Journal of Emergency Medicine, 89, 27–29. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2025.05.004 Tagami, T., Takahashi, H., Suzuki, K., Kohri, M., Tabata, R., Hagiwara, S., ... & Ogawa, S. (2025). The impact of dispatcher-assisted CPR and prior bystander CPR training on neurologic outcomes in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: A multicenter study. Resuscitation, 110617. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.resuscitation.2025.110617 Zhou, T., Wang, Y., Zhang, B., & Li, J. (2025). Racial and socioeconomic disparities in California ambulance patient offload times. JAMA Network Open, 8(5), e2510325. https://doi.org/10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.10325  

Got Faded Japan ep 794! In this action-packed episode, Johnny sits down with James Straker, an adventurer, punk-rock enthusiast, and fearless explorer of Japan's hidden corners. James takes us on a wild ride through his experiences driving across Japan, uncovering forgotten countryside homes, and diving deep into the rich, often surprising history woven into the country's rural landscapes. This episode is packed with stories, insight, and the kind of excitement that makes you want to jump on a plane and start your own adventure. FADE ON! Learn more about James's adventures on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jstrakertroublemaker?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== @jstrakertroublemaker   And check out: https://www.instagram.com/pizasukeruton?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Ur1LEVEY3QtdcDbRZc1oD https://open.spotify.com/track/3Hay0dlNMTuxcEBpy2PTP0 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Supporting GOT FADED JAPAN ON PATREON directly supports keeping this show going and fueled with booze, seriously could you imagine the show sober?? Neither can we! SUPPORT GFJ at: https://www.patreon.com/gotfadedjapan -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!!!!   1. THE SPILT INK: Experience art, buy art and get some original art commissioned at: SITE: https://www.thespiltink.com/ INSTAGRAM: @thespiltink YouTube: https://youtu.be/J5-TnZLc5jE?si=yGX4oflyz_dZo74m -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. MITSUYA LIQUOR in ASAGAYA: "The BEST beer shop and standing beer bar in Tokyo!" 1　Chome- 13 -17 Asagayaminami, Suginami Tokyo 166-0004　 Tel & Fax: 0303314-6151Email: Error! Hyperlink reference not valid. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------   3. Harry's Sandwich Company 1 min walk from Takeshita Street in HarajukuCall 050-5329-7203 Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−7 MSビル 3F -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Share Residence MUSOCO “It's a share house that has all that you need and a lot more!” - Located 30 minutes form Shibuya and Yokohama - Affordable rent - Gym - BAR! - Massive kitchen - Cozy lounge space - Office work units - A spacious deck for chilling - DJ booth and club space - Barber space - AND MORE! Get more info and move in at: https://sharedesign.co.jp/en/property.php?id=42&property=musaco&fbclid=IwAR3oYvB-a3_nzKcBG0gSdPQzxvFaWVWsi1d1xKLtYBnq8IS2uLqe6z9L6kY -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Soul Food House https://soulfoodhouse.comAddress:2-chōme−8−10 | Azabujūban | Tokyo | 106-0045 Phone:03-5765-2148 Email:info@soulfoodhouse.com Location Features:You can reach Soul Food House from either the Oedo Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 7-minute walk) or the Namboku Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 6-minute walk). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GET YOURSELF SOME GOT FADED JAPAN MERCH TODAY!!! We have T-Shirts, COFFEE Mugs, Stickers, even the GFJ official pants! BUY NOW AND SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://www.redbubble.com/people/thespiltink/works/16870492-got-faded-japan-podcast -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Got Faded Japan Podcast gives listeners a glimpse of the most interesting side of Japan's news, culture, peoples, parties, and all around mischief and mayhem. Hosted by Johnny and Jeremy who adds opinions and otherwise drunken bullshit to the mix. We LOVE JAPAN AND SO DO YOU! Send us an email on Facebook or hell man, just tell a friend & post a link to keep this pod rolllin' Fader! Kanpai mofos! #japan #japantalk #japanpodcast #gotfadedjapan #livemusic  

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast!In this episode, I catch up with IFBB Pro and coach Aaron Straker to talk about TRT, PEDs, Advanced Fat Loss and the Line Between Health and PerformanceWe dig into what it was like to prep while on TRT, how his training evolved through different phases, the signs his body was fighting the bulk, and how he kept performance high all the way to the stage. Aaron also shares his current goals, including a fertility-focused phase and how he's using low-volume training to maintain muscle without digging a recovery hole.If you've ever been curious about what it really looks like to build muscle on TRT, maintain performance during a cut, or how to train smart in a high-stress season of life, this episode is a must listen.Let's talk about:IntroductionUpdate on AaronAaron's first bodybuilding show and TRT journeyTRT vs PEDs and blood work monitoringCalorie intake and training volume during bulkPrep Phase, nutrition and cardio strategyBiofeedback during prepPost-show strategyNew maintenance phase + future focusOxidative stressWhere to find AaronFollow Aaron Straker on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/aaron_straker/Aaron Straker's Websitehttps://strakernutritionco.com/Follow me on Instagram for more information and education:  jeffhoehn_FREE 30 Min Strategy Call: HEREBody Recomp Masterclass: HERENutrition Periodization Masterclass: HEREHow You Can Work With Me?: HERECoaching application: HEREBody Recomp Checklist 2.0: https://chipper-producer-6244.kit.com/26b5c9f94a

Jeremiah and guest Aaron Straker dive deep into advanced fat loss strategies to go from lean → shredded, using Aaron's recent bodybuilding prep as a case study.CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Advanced Fat Loss Strategies02:27 Aaron's Bodybuilding Journey and Competition Prep09:11 Achieving Elite Leanness: Body Fat Percentages and Weights12:46 Food Intake: From Off-Season to Competition Prep15:51 Natural vs Enhanced Fat Loss: Key Differences20:24 Protein Leveraging in Fat Loss29:08 Balancing Carbohydrates and Fats in Diets35:14 Fat Intake Considerations for Men and Women40:16 Nutritional Strategies for Satiety43:23 The Simplicity of Dieting44:06 Calorie Cycling and Client Consistency48:44 Psychology of Hunger and Dieting50:09 Fat Loss Support: Supplements and Peptides01:02:19 Evaluating New Fat Loss Agents01:12:22 Training Approaches Post-CompetitionFOLLOW AARONInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_straker/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@coachaaronstrakerPodcast: https://www.eattrainprosper.com/KEYWORDSfat loss, bodybuilding, competition prep, protein intake, carb cycling, supplements, training strategies, advanced fat loss, nutrition, fitnessTo Apply For Coaching With Our Team: CLICK HERE

Having just finished a run of shows at the Canada Pavilion in Osaska, Japan, Saskatchewan pianist and singer-songwriter, Jeffery Straker, joins guest host Tamara Cherry to talk about representing Saskatchewan overseas and his upcoming Christmas show!

Voici un épisode bonus de Kall Reco. Posté depuis 6 mois sur le patreon de Kall Reco il était réservé aux abonnés. Je me suis dit que je pouvais faire une exception et le proposer à la communauté élargie. Il s'agit de ma rencontre au Pérou avec Damien Straker, vidéaste, instagrameur qui s'est un temps égaré dans la fête , la vie nocturne et les plaisirs immédiats. Se sentant en danger il a décidé de traverser l'atlantique pour venir faire une retraite à Tarapoto, au centre Takiwasi, où je l'ai rencontré.Je vous livre ici son témoignage.Bonne écoute.patreon.com/KallRecoAudiofrom2096 Paypal  : http://bit.ly/3LXV5ya Pensez à noter les épisodes ça nous aide aussi.Et bien sûr les pouces, les partages et abonnements à nos réseaux c'est très important :-)Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/@Kallreco/Tik Tok : https://www.tiktok.com/@kallrecoInstagram : https://www.instagram.com/kall.reco/Twitter : https://twitter.com/kallreco Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Aaron Straker is a N.A.S.N. Licensed Primary Sports Nutritionist. He prefers a pragmatic approach to nutrition that focuses on simple food selection, the importance of nutrient density, and the importance of objectivity in dieting and reporting. Today on Barbell Shrugged we dive into Straker's path to becoming and IFBB Pro. From injury, setbacks, discipline, and his transparent usage of performance enhancing drugs. He is the cohost of Eat, Train, Prosper podcast with Barbell Shrugged guest, Bryan Boorstein. Operating Straker Nutrition Company, he provides nutrition coaching programs and education on exactly how to leverage nutrition for improving body composition safely and sustainably. Aaron is passionate about providing sound education and information in the fitness and nutrition space and putting nutrition at the forefront for producing optimal health.   Work With Us: Arétē by RAPID Health Optimization   Links: Aaron Straker on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram  

0:00- Intro 1:00- Fasting glucose and HbA1c 24:00- Bryan's high energy flux experiment 27:30- Low volume training  36:00- Libido and dieting 38:00- Back to volume  48:00- Aaron's PED use and competing 

In this episode we host Laura Guzman- the Executive Director at the National Harm Reduction Coalition and Shakema Straker, human rights organizer and harm reduction advocate at the Coalition on Homelessness. Our guests discuss the basic tenets of harm reduction and the data and research that champions harm reduction as an evidence based practice. We explore the harmful misconceptions and stigma that surrounds the overdose crisis, drug use and substance use disorders and the harmful narratives and policies that we are seeing at a local, state and national level. Our guests end with discussing how we can continue to shape counter narratives and fight the stigma.  "Harm Reduction is Loving People Back to Health." Support the show

Baz Richards and Jess Contos talk with Peter Straker about his life in music and recalling Live Aid and his friendship with Freddie Mercury.

Makini Chisolm-Straker, MD, MPH is a policy-based reparations specialist, with a background in public health and domestic policy. A former White House Fellow and visiting professor of history at Yale University's Gilder Lehrman Center for the Study of Slavery, Resistance, and Abolition, Makini's work focuses on reparations to Black and Indigenous people in what is now the United States. By centering the populations that are the foundation of the nation's wealth, Makini proposes structural changes that value and bring us toward communal abundance.In high school, Makini played volleyball, basketball, and lacrosse. In undergrad she started playing rugby and as been playing ever since.

Explore the challenges that neurodiverse individuals face trying to fit into a neurotypical church environment, how church settings, practices, and expectations can unintentionally create barriers for neurodiverse individuals, and highlight practical ways churches can foster an environment of understanding and accessibility.Ishbel Straker is the CEO and founder of I. Straker Consultants and is recognised as an expert in the field of addiction and the treatment of co-existing mental health problems.

In this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I sit down with Aaron Straker for a deep dive into his journey from natural bodybuilding to the enhanced side of the sport. We talk openly about the trade-offs, risks, and insights he's gained along the way—including the use of compounds like testosterone and growth hormone.We also get into the mental and physical shifts that come with that transition, and how Aaron approaches training, nutrition, and recovery with intention. He shares his thoughts on everything from sauna use to how he stays grounded while optimizing performance. Whether you're just curious or seriously considering the enhanced route, this episode offers a nuanced, no-BS perspective.Sponsors:Tecton Life Ketone drink! https://tectonlife.com/ DRMIKE to save 20%LMNT electrolyte drink mix: miketnelsonlmnt.comDaily Fitness Insider Newsletter: https://flex-diet.kit.com/bfa1510fa8Flex 4: Aaron's top 4 factors to consider before starting TRT or PEDsTriphasic 2 book now available!Go to https://triphasic2.com/Episode Chapters:06:01 Aaron's Life in Bali10:33 Natural vs Enhanced Bodybuilding17:13 Aaron's Journey and Training Insights34:40 Health Concerns and Blood Pressure Monitoring35:36 Mind-Muscle Connection and Nervous System Effects38:30 Diet and Macros During Training Phases42:07 Challenges of High-Calorie Diets43:29 PEDs and Their Impact on Training and Recovery51:51 Sauna Use and Recovery Protocols56:35 Individual Responses to PEDs59:14 Mental and Emotional Effects of PEDs01:04:37 Podcast Conclusion and Final ThoughtsFlex Diet Podcast Episodes You May Enjoy: Episode 216: Building a successful online fitness coaching business: An Interview with Aaron Straker Episode 185: Are more top bodybuilders dying early? Extreme bodybuilding methods – risks and rewards: a conversation w/ Dr Guillermo EscalanteConnect with Aaron: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_strakerPodcast: https://www.eattrainprosper.com/Website: https://strakernutritionco.com/coaching-services/Get In Touch with Dr Mike:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmiketnelson/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn1aTbQqHglfNrENPm0GTpg

In this episode of Talking Nutrition, Johan is joined by coach, educator, bodybuilder, and gym owner Aaron Straker to talk about the reality of building muscle. You'll learn how much muscle to can realistically expect to gain (without PEDs), how social media skews many people's expectations of what's achievable, and what to look out for if you're trying to pack on lean tissue. Aaron also shares his personal experience with TRT and enhanced bodybuilding, the pros and cons, and his exit strategy once he's done competing. Lastly, you'll learn why fast muscle gain shouldn't be the goal, why lab work is essential for monitoring your long-term health, misinformation and common myths to watch out for, and more. Enjoy the episode!More from Aaron:- https://www.instagram.com/aaron_straker/- https://www.instagram.com/eat.train.prosper/ More from Johan and Odyssey Coaching Systems:- Instagram: @johanvesters_ocs- Website: www.odysseycoachingsystems.co- E-book (FREE download): www.odysseycoachingsystems.co/e-book

Join host Paul Spain and Grant Straker, CEO of Straker.AI, as Grant shares insights into Straker's journey from building early websites to a leading provider of AI-driven content automation, verification, and translation services. With operations spanning ten countries and more than 150 staff, Straker's innovative approach leverages both human and machine collaboration to navigate the complexities of AI. Join us as we discuss Straker's commitment to innovation and how they are pioneering technologies that are shaping the future of translation and AI verification.Thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

0:00- Intro1:00- CGM and Peter Attia's recommendations11:00- Lipids. LDL, ApoB24:00- Hedonic eating31:00- Our super power to manipulate weight33:00- Health ramifications of excess junk food37:00- Exercise “snacks” and intermittent exercising40:00- Levels of enjoyment from food49:00- Hunger and appetite55:30- Calorie cycling59:30- What it takes to maintain peak physique and performance1:01:00- Low volume training1:20:00- Aaron's PED update

  The last line of defence in a clandestine war, SHADO is all that stands between humanity and a force of alien invaders - and leading that fight is the uncompromising Ed Straker, commanding Earth's defenders around the clock. But what happens when the man at the top is pushed too far? After an experiment goes wrong, Straker awakens from a coma with missing memories and strange hallucinations that threaten his grip on reality - but is it the result of alien interference, or has the commander's iron will finally cracked? Facing danger from within and without, Straker must find the truth... even if it kills him.   UFO™ and © ITC Entertainment Group 1969 and 2024. Licensed by ITV Studios Limited. All Rights Reserved.

What's up, dudes? Its one of the best vampire movies out there! Yes, I've got Bob Baker from Festive Foreign Film Fans,  Santa Ambassador Matt Spaulding from  North Pole Radio, and Jeremy Phelps the Alamo City Santa with me to talk Salem's Lot! It's a 1979 made for tv movie adaptation of Stephen King's classic novel, and it's dope! When Ben Mears comes back to Jerusalem's Lot, he intends to research and write about the old Marsten House. He befriends a young college girl named Susan, and begins a relationship with her. Meanwhile, the house is bought by antiquities dealers Kurt Barlow and Richard Straker. Spoiler alert: Barlow's a master vampire and Straker's his familiar.The town's denizens slowly begin disappearing, falling ill, and dying. As it turns out, Barlow's been transforming the Glick boys and others into vampires. Mears, Susan, and a few others, including a doctor, a teacher, and young boy named Danny, begin to fight back. After Fr. Callahan fails his crisis of faith and leaves, and after Susan is transformed and slain, the rest eventually kill Barlow and Straker. They set the town on fire, too.Creepy old haunted house? Check. Creepy old antique shop? Uh huh. Creepy old blue skinned vampire with rat teeth? Only if it's a poor makeup job! So grab your stakes, fill up vials with holy water, and hunt during the daylight with this episode on "Salem's Lot!" Festive Foreign Film FansFB: @ForeignFestiveFilmFansTwitter: @FestiveFilmFans Alamo City SantaIG: @alamocitysanta Give us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!

This week we serve up some small batch film review with a look at the latest Stephen King adaptation and one that has waited a long time for a release date with Salem's Lot. Journey with us as we talk about how well the film adapts the book's characters along with how it stacks up with other versions of the story. Is this the definitive film version or is it back to the drawing board? So pour some rye, grab some antiques from Barlow and Straker, and get ready to do battle with some pesky vampires. Cheers! Click Here for Rye Smile Films Merchandise. Don't miss an episode, subscribe on all your favorite podcast sites!

Art vs. Commerce: How Elspeth balances creative freedom with business realities. Photographer Elspeth Vincent's journey, highlighting her artistic development and the business lessons she learned. Early Inspirations: Elspeth's family influences and initial artistic explorations. Role of Mentorship: How photographers like Hanina shaped Elspeth's growth. Finding a Unique Style: What makes Elspeth's style distinct and how experimentation helped. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Strategies Elspeth used to combat self-doubt. Pricing, Packaging, and Marketing: How Elspeth sets rates and finds clients. The Impact of Burnout: Elspeth's experience with burnout and recovery. Passion and Career Fulfillment: How Elspeth's passion contributes to her well-being. Entrepreneurial Parallels: Resilience and confidence in her artistic and business journey. Advice for Aspiring Photographers: Tips on finding a niche and building a client base. ♨️Still bloody HUNGRY? Course ya are. Each week I spend 15 hours writing my newsletter. It'll take you 5 mins to read. Full of wisdom from the biggest names in food and drink. Subscribe here

If you've been following along with our Muscle Series, you've probably realized that we feature a new guest every other week. Today, we have Aaron Straker joining us! Aaron is a fellow business owner and coach who prides himself on being a coach that actually cares and leads from the front—plus he's a big quad guy—which makes him exactly the right person for this episode! Aaron and Alex dive right into how he structures quad training for his clients, why having a training partner can be a game-changer (especially when you're dying on that last set), the ideal heel elevation for squats, and some cool insights on nutrition and recovery. And get this—he doesn't even use barbell back squats in his programming! And as promised each week—don't forget to sign up to receive a FREE quad training cheat sheet. Give it a read, save it to your phone, and take notes! As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode! Timestamps: (0:00) About today's episode (0:35) Introducing Aaron Straker (1:21) Aaron's history (& struggles) with growing his quads (6:25) Aaron's ah-ha moment & how he started seeing progress with his quad development (12:22) How Aaron gets clients to experience their own ah-ha moments (14:18) The most common quad training mistakes Aaron encounters (22:24) The biggest thing holding most people back from maximizing their progress (26:31) How important are training partners in the success of your fitness journey? (31:41) Aaron's favorite intensity techniques for quads (33:38) How Aaron likes to sequence exercises (37:27) Research vs anecdote on program design (44:47) An area of the research Aaron would like to see more studies on (48:54) The top quad training equipment Aaron is trying to fill his own gym with (57:14) Aaron's final message for getting the most out of your quad training Additional Resources: Free Quads Cheat Sheet - https://physiquedevelopment.ck.page/ms-quads-1 Quads YouTube Playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX764SrJPniTdmQP6ON-OowTk_ADqTycj&si=vIkuDi2Hdoczzodb Connect with Aaron: IG: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_straker Eat Train Prosper Podcast: https://www.eattrainprosper.com Website, Courses, & Coaching: https://strakernutritionco.com Have questions for future episodes or have a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7 Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://bit.ly/podcastglutes And keep the gains rolling with 12 MORE weeks of glute growth (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/fdf6fcd8da?utm_source=PD&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=12WeekGluteProgram&utm_id=12WeekGluteprogram Keep up to date with all things PD, get exclusive content, snag freebies, and more by joining our email list! - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/emailsignup Inquire to learn about nutrition-only coaching WITH exercise review - https://bit.ly/optimizeglutes Interested in the Physique Development Training Club App? Join here! - https://physiquedevelopment.app Grab a band tee here! - https://shopphysiquedevelopment.com Looking to hire the last coach you'll ever need? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ewAMxk1w Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com To follow the team on Instagram: Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__ Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_ ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: david@inpostmedia.com © 2024, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

Today we're joined by the Head Chef of the critically acclaimed Maison Francois and a man who's managed to amass a loyal following of over 2 million foodies in the incredibly charming and talented Matthew Ryle. He takes us through his incredible career so far; running some of the best kitchens in London, his controversy at loosing the final of Masterchef the Professionals, the challenges of hiring chefs in this day and age, his 'flatbread beef' with Thomas Straker, his tips for enjoying the best Bistros in France, his number one hack to make everyone a talented chef, the importance of gaining a classical cooking education, his secret to how he's managed to amass over 2 million followers in less than a year and much much more... including an incredible list of recommendations through his 'Go-To's! ---------------- DELLI is a food platform, from the team behind Depop, that sells the best independent food and drink products that other shops don't really know about. Head to www.delli.market and discover the thousands of creative products dropping daily and use the code GOTODELLI for 25% off everything from us.

Straker and Foster investigate an undersea alien base where SHADO and its personnel have been duplicated.

Recent college protests and upcoming political elections raise potential risks and escalate business leaders' concerns about growing violence, said Beazley Focus Group Leader Lucy Straker and Head of North American commercial property Matthew Westhoff.

Today, Gail Straker shares her keto journey and the numerous health improvements she has experienced. As a dedicated teacher, Gail has always embraced learning and sharing her knowledge with others. She has guided over a dozen loved ones to take charge of their health, lose weight, and reduce medications through dietary changes. Gail continues to help others as a Certified Advisor with The Noakes Foundation, The Nutrition Network, and as a coach and mentor for Lipedema Simplified.

Florian and Esther discuss the language industry news of the week, giving a recap of SlatorCon London and exploring some use cases from the Slator Pro Guide: Language AI for Consumers.Florian talks about Andrew Ng's recent project on agentic machine translation, which involves using large language models (LLMs) to create a virtual language service provider (LSP).The duo touch on Apple's recent Worldwide Developer Conference, where Apple Watch is set to get a translation widget and also recently announced a new translation API.Florian shares RWS's half-year financial results, where despite declines in revenue, the company's stock rose by 20%, likely due to investor perception of AI-enabled services and new product offerings like Evolve and HAI gaining traction.Esther talks about DeepL's USD 300m funding round, which valued the company at USD 2bn, a testament to the growing interest in AI models. She also covers Unbabel's launch of TowerLLM, which claims to outperform competitors like Google Translate and DeepL.In Esther's M&A corner, Keywords Studios eyes a GBP 2.2bn deal from Swedish private equity firm EQT, Melbourne LSP Ethnolink buys Sydney-based competitor Language Professionals, and ZOO Digital acquires Italian dubbing partner LogoSound.Esther gives a nod to the positive financial performances of companies like ZOO Digital and AMN's language services division, with more mixed results for Straker.

Florian and Esther discuss the language industry news of the week, with SlatorCon London, scheduled for May 23rd, announcing the speaker lineup, including a Keynote presentation from Iris Orriss of Meta.They then discuss how enterprises are becoming increasingly comfortable launching fully automated language AI features, labeling it the “normalization of language AI”.The duo talk about the unprecedented merger of Swiss-based SuperText and Textshuttle, signaling a shift towards more integrated, technology-driven solutions. Other M&A activity includes Deluxe's strategic investment in AppTek, TransPerfect's acquisition of TheSpeech, Diuna Group acquiring Yellow, and Cloudbreak Health's sale.Esther provides an update on financial results, with Straker anticipating a revenue decline while Keywords experienced growth in its top line but a decrease in its globalization division. Meanwhile, Appen faced a failed takeover bid after the bid was leaked, impacting the acquisition of the company.The podcast also touches on Google Translate's controversial decision to shelve its human feedback tool, Contribute, which allowed users to suggest translations for improvement. In other AI news, researchers from the Earth Species Project are exploring the possibility of translating animal communication using advanced AI models.Florian wraps up the pod with the European Commission's recent tender award, TRAD23, which sparked concerns among individual translators regarding pricing and quality standards.

Host Paul Spain is joined by Vanessa Sorenson, head of Microsoft NZ and Chief Partner Officer ANZ, as they discuss the evolving New Zealand tech landscape and Microsoft's role, including local data centre developments, and the advancements and integration of AI technology, Plus Microsoft NZ and Straker collaborate to develop full Te Reo Maori translation for digital content. Listen to this in-depth conversation and discover the opportunities, challenges, and innovations from Microsoft New Zealand.

Garry Straker is a Senior Compensation Consultant at Salary.com. As a total rewards professional with over 20 years of experience, he's worked with a diverse range of businesses, higher education institutions, and non-profit entities. In this episode, Garry talks about some surprising trends from 2023 and whether he thinks they will carry into 2024. Chapters[0:00 - 3:07] Introduction• Welcome, Garry!• Today's Topic: Will HR Trends from 2023 continue into 2024 and beyond?[3:08 - 10:15] Surprising trends of 2023• Pay transparency legislation lost some of its momentum• Labor unions had a high-profile year and made some big moves[10:16 - 25:16] HR trends that will impact 2024• AI and its role within HR• Employers will benefit from better managing their internal labor markets and developing employee skills[25:17 - 40:22] Garry's predictions for 2024, 2025, and beyond• Even in the event of a change in administration, the economy is probably going to chug along• Salary budgets and their tie to the labor market[40:23 - 49:05] Q&A and Closing• Answering some questions from the webinar audience• Thanks for listening!Quotes“The labor market is going to look very different in 2024, and it's going to be important for employers to better manage their internal labor markets.”“If [employees] are underperforming, . . . [companies] need to have the systems and processes in place to be able to identify that and address it quickly.”Contact:Garry's LinkedInDavid's LinkedInDwight's LinkedInPodcast Manger: Karissa HarrisEmail us!

0:00- Intro1:00- Aaron going on TRT9:00- What has Aaron noticed on TRT so far?25:00- Focus on health31:30- Reasons for going on TRT37:30- Placebo vs real results39:30- Blood work44:00- Bryan's cardio kick47:30- 10 Exercises for Life52:30- Placebo anecdote54:00- Feeling better with age56:00- Experimenting when on TRT1:01:00- Aaron's calf training

Aaron Straker is joining me on the podcast today. Aaron is a fellow coach in the fitness industry, and we dive into topics such as: -Aaron's background and what got him into fitness-When you should switch from a basic to a more "optimal" approach with your training & nutrition-Who should focus on body recomposition vs bulking/cutting-Our approaches to fixing "skinny fat"...plus a lot more. Enjoy! Leave us a rating & review here :) - Aaron's Instagram & Podcast:Instagram | Podcast- Apply for 1-1 Coaching:Apply Now- FREE 15 min Strategy Call with Kade:Book Here- FREE Body Recomp Transformation Guide:Download Now- Kade's Instagram:Message/Follow KadeThanks for listening!

Get ready for a deep dive into the world of physique and personal development with our special guest, Aaron Straker. Aaron has embarked on an ambitious challenge - he's pledged more than a year of unwavering commitment to his nutrition and training plan, pushing himself towards achieving the best physique of his life. Tune in and discover how every detail of his health and fitness regimen is meticulously structured, from nutrition around workouts to heart-rate modulated sauna sessions.What if, instead of seeking out leisure activities, we focused our efforts on developing ourselves? Aaron Straker does just that. He shares his perspective on personal development, talking about the importance of mental growth and how pushing our physical limits can lead to mental evolution. His approach to balancing fitness and personal preferences is individualized, and he believes in giving his clients the choice to determine what works best for them. Learn how Aaron has managed to find a strong balance between his fitness goals and his preferred lifestyle.In the final part of our chat, Aaron takes us through his training schedule, revealing the critical role of training to failure and the benefits of having a training partner. This episode is a treasure trove of insights, whether you're an aspiring fitness enthusiast or a seasoned gym-goer looking for a fresh perspective. Plus, get an insider look at Aaron's latest venture - the Online Coaching Upgrade, a project that aims to bridge the gap for those looking to venture into the world of online coaching. Join us for this captivating exploration of Aaron Straker's relentless pursuit of fitness, personal development, and his goals for his physique.Follow Aaron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_straker/?hl=enCheck out Aaron's website: https://strakernutritionco.com/Check out The Online Coaching Upgrade: https://www.onlinecoachingupgrade.com/To Apply For Coaching With Our Team: CLICK HERETo ask us a question for the next Q+A episode: CLICK HERE Read Our Free Blogs: CLICK HEREFollow Our Team On Instagram:- ELEVATED COACHING SYSTEMS TEAM PAGE- JEREMIAH- ANDREA- NATALIE

Summary:This past June, Garry Straker, Senior Compensation Consultant and Salary.com, and our very own David Turetsky led a presentation focusing on pay transparency at the SHRM23 conference in Las Vegas. With pay transparency already a reality for some states and an inevitability for others, many HR professionals see benefits of it and also have concerns about some of its possible consequences. In this recorded session, Garry and David dive into it all: pay transparency “pros”, “cons”, how to prepare for it, and how to make the most of it. In this episode, Garry and David talk about the impacts that pay transparency can have on an organization and how to avoid its unintended consequences. Chapters:[0:00 - 3:53] IntroductionWelcome, Garry Straker and David Turetsky!Today's Topic: Avoiding Unintended Consequences of Pay Transparency[3:54 - 21:25] What do we mean by “pay transparency” and what new legislation are we seeing related to it?Pay transparency means more than just salary rangesMany state have already, or will soon be, signing pay transparency legislation into effectHorizontal pay transparency vs Vertical pay transparency[21:26 - 36:34] Why is pay transparency important and where are some of its impacts?It prevents new employees from entering an agreement where they're unknowingly being paid unfairlyWhile pay transparency requires more and better communication, you will build strong trust with both current and prospective employeesVertical pay transparency gives employees a line of sight into career growth within organizations[36:35 - 52:51] Avoiding the unintended consequences of pay transparencyPay transparency should help better define roles within an organizationWhy updating job descriptions and market pricing are critical to creating a good salary structure[52:52 - 55:48] ClosingThanks for listening!Quotes:“Letting people know what you make might feel uncomfortable, but isn't it less uncomfortable than wondering if you're being discriminated against or being paid unfairly?”“The #1 ‘pro' of pay transparency is that it will effectively eliminate gender and racial [pay] gaps.”Resources: Address Pay EquityContact:Garry's LinkedInDavid's LinkedInPodcast Manger: Karissa HarrisEmail us!Production by Affogato Media

Check out Aaron Straker's content:→ Website→ Instagram→ PodcastTo Apply For Coaching With Our Team: CLICK HERETo ask us a question for the next Q+A episode: CLICK HERE Read Our Free Blogs: CLICK HEREFollow Our Team On Instagram:- ELEVATED COACHING SYSTEMS TEAM PAGE- JEREMIAH- ANDREA- NATALIE- JULIE

[11:36] Online nutrition coaching while traveling[16:09] Do you think new coaches need in-person training experience?[18:53] How do you handle the movement aspect online?[25:28] The limitations to being online[28:25] How did you transition from software development to online training?[39:07] The importance of effective communication and managing expectations[45:06] Aaron and Jackson's program[52:16] The dissemination of actionable information vs. available informationConnect with Aaron:InstagramAaron and Jason's Online Coaching CourseStraker NutritionDr. Mike's Flex Diet Mentorship Program:Application

What does a 'good' training program look like? How often are you supposed to change it up, and how do you train for maximal muscle gains? Do you even need a training program?This week Johan interviews our friend and fellow nutrition coach Aaron Straker to answer all of those questions for you, and to talk about what it takes to train effectively for your goals.You can find more from Aaron here:IG: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_straker/WWW: https://strakernutritionco.com/Podcast: https://www.eattrainprosper.com/Timestamps:0:00 Introduction8:54 Why you need a workout program19:13 When to adjust training & how long can you still see progress at the gym when dieting25:45 Transitioning from cutting to bulking43:03 What about cardio?51:10 Outro - Where to find Aaron More from Talking Nutrition and Odyssey Coaching Systems

People sometimes describe Tom Straker s a “TikTok chef” or an “Instagram chef,” and yes, it's true that he has millions and millions and millions of followers on Instagram and TikTok, and that he's known across the globe for his mesmeric butter-making videos, among many other things. But Tom's also the real deal — a chef who trained at the Ledbury, the Dorchester and headed up the kitchen Casa Cruz before trying his hand, one day in lockdown, at making a cooking video for a few hundred followers. That first attempt was pretty dreadful, he admits — but now he runs an entire studio to produce his content, while his adoring fans flock from around the world to Straker's, his new-ish restaurant in Notting Hill, which thoroughly lives up to the excellent reviews its had since its opening at the end of last year. A second is set to open in Manhattan in just a few months time.    Tom and I spoke about all sorts of things in this episode, recorded in the office above Straker's on the Golborne Road — including his earliest food memory, the ridiculous suit that he wore to his first interview at the Dorchester, his plans to shake up the butter market, and his advice for anyone unsure of what they want to do in life. Enjoy. The Gentleman's Journal Podcast is sponsored by Luca Faloni

             0:00- Intro            2:00- Bryan's bloodwork            23:00- Aaron's bloodwork            55:00- Hitting peak health            1:09:50- Do we feel getting older yet?

Tonight, we'll read the conclusion to “The Adventure of Silver Blaze,” a story found in “The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes” written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and published in 1892. If you haven't listened to the first half of this story yet, it was the episode that aired right before this one.One of the most popular Sherlock Holmes short stories, "Silver Blaze" focuses on the disappearance of the winning race horse on the eve of an important race and on the apparent murder of its trainer. In the first episode, Sherlock and Watson travel to Dartmoor to investigate the disappearance of the great race horse Silver Blaze and the murder of the horse's trainer, John Straker. Bookmaker Fitzroy Simpson had come to Dartmoor to gather information about Silver Blaze and his stablemate Bayard. He had approached both Straker's maid and a stable boy the night of the horse's disappearance and has been arrested for the murder.— read by N — Listen Ad-Free on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.