Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Dr. Michael Tal Risher, a Sports Performance doctor in Chicago that specializes in rehabilitation and soft tissue techniques. He works primarily with NFL athletes and has been traveling around the country to help players rehab from injury this season. Some of his most notable work athletes like David Montogomery, Demetrius Harris, Joe Mixon and Josh Norman have been mentioned in the Daily Herald as well as NBC Sports.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Michael about the process he goes through when evaluating his patients, and the different types of injuries he works with. Learn more about the holistic way that Dr. Michael treats his patients through a variety of expertise in chiropractic, personal training, and physical therapy.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Nick Pags. Nick is a motivational speaker and thought leader, mindset and emotional intelligence coach, consultant, personal trainer at the exclusive Performix House in NYC, Founding Theragun Master Trainer, and a lululemon Ambassador. Nick’s online mindset coaching business has serviced groups and individuals all over the world, having coached hundreds of entrepreneurs in building successful businesses over the last 2 years.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Nick about his experience in pivoting into mindset coaching and the process he went through to follow his passions. Nick believes you must be present each and every day so that you can pursue what fills you with happiness and fulfillment. Learn more about his coaching process and journey by listening to this episode!
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret is here this week with Patrick Mckeown, world-renowned and best-selling author of “The Oxygen Advantage” and breathing practitioner. Patrick’s mission is to empower people to take control of their own health, well-being and fitness using simple breathing exercises proven to improve body oxygenation.
From a young age, Patrick suffered from asthma and relied on an array of medicines and inhalers. After 20 years of suffering, Patrick was able to cure himself from asthma by applying the principles of the Buteyko Breathing Method from the Buteyko Clinic, Moscow, Russia.
In a career spanning 15 years, Patrick has since also become a bestselling author and expert on the topic of optimal breathing for improved health, well being and fitness.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret discusses with Patrick about the different types of breathing and ways to identify how you can improve your breathing patterns. This can ultimately help with recovery and the strength of your lungs.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Brian Johnson also known as BJ the Dreamer. Brian Johnson is an Amazon Best Selling Author, motivational speaker, and inspirational life coach. He has been a part of several Emmy winning television shows, as well as hosting his own show, The Daily Inspiration. Brian is on a mission to utilize his platform to inspire the world.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Brian about his mission to uplift and motivate others to go out and achieve their dreams, as well as his journey in finding himself and taking risks to achieve his goals.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret is here this week with Erinne Brown. Erinne is a Chicago-based Well-Being Coach who started her healing journey in an intense management consulting career, in which she experienced unprecedented stress, fatigue, and poor physical health. The overachiever in her decided to channel her energy into nourishing herself unconditionally, and earned health and life coaching certifications so that she could help other high achieving women do the same. Through her one-on-one and group coaching programs, she helps her clients design a lifestyle of abundant well-being without sacrificing the parts of their lives that matter most.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Erinne about her personal experiences with being burnt out, and ways she guides her clients to find more balance and fulfillment in their lives.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Tieko Nejon, an educator and corporate trainer who focuses on the advancement of human behavior and the dynamics within social constructs. Despite her upbringing and growing up in a neighborhood with gun-violence, drugs, addicts and single family homes (she speaks to this during the episode), Tieko created her own path to entrepreneurship, rewriting her story. Tieko’s work has spanned a broad spectrum of industries, from designing curriculum for a medical school to detailing cultural strategy for big-box beauty brands. Her mission is simple – “Build better people”. Tieko partners with corporate teams, executive leaders, and management to push people toward excellence.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Tieko how she deviated from her dysfunctional norm, found the core of emotional intelligence, and leads a life of helping others live better.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Luke Tyburski. Luke is living proof that by training your mind, what anyone can accomplish is near limitless. The Ultra-Endurance Athlete & Mental Performance Coach works with individuals, companies, and teams across the globe to help them create the same Performance Mindset he has used to run across the Sahara Desert, down Mt Everest, and complete a world first 2000km in 12 day Ultimate Triathlon from Morocco to Monaco.
The award winning documentary of the Ultimate Triathlon shows his performance Mindset principles, techniques, and frameworks in action, and how we all can strengthen our mind to optimize performance in any area of our life.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Navigating the mental challenges that come along with setbacks in accomplishing your goals
-Resetting your mind in order to train at your highest level, and ways to integrate meditation into your day
-Going back to the fundamentals of your training to apply to anything else you do in life
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Luke about how he overcame his depression and turned to endurance sports to fuel his passion for adventure and risk-taking.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik of the Almost 30 Podcast. Almost 30 is an Apple Podcasts "Top 50" podcast and a global brand and community. Known for their relatable conversations about wellness, entrepreneurship, spirituality, and self-development, Krista and Lindsey take pride in creating inspiring, raw, and hilarious moments during their weekly interviews with fascinating guests. The Chalkboard Mag raves that the content "isn’t preachy or contrived — it's 100% relatable with a pinch of sass.” Each episode provides listeners with actionable “aha!” moments and inspirational stories.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Krista and Lindsey about their journey in starting the Almost 30 Podcast, and techniques they’ve used to build both of their businesses from the ground up.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Ryan Lockee. As a former elementary teacher, and recent father and author, Ryan believes that changing one's mindset will determine the shape and future of your life. Personal development, which includes emotional intelligence, mindfulness, meditation, and developing a growth mindset, something that's not typically taught in schools, is the focus of his book, Wisdom Beyond the Classroom. Simple tools, lessons, and stories are shared in the book, which are easy to apply, and much needed in today's world.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Ryan about his background in teaching meditation and mindfulness within the classroom, and the transformation his students had when they were able to control their thoughts, and focus on their breathing.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Case Kenny. Case hosts a podcast called New Mindset, Who Dis. Twice a week he releases short episodes dedicated to no BS self development and mindfulness advice.
In 2014, Case started working at an ad agency that made him realize he wanted to start writing again so he began writing for a men’s lifestyle blog. His passion for writing quickly evolved into a mindfulness email called PRSUIT. Since then, Case has never missed a day of writing. In 2018, Case challenged himself to do more than just write. Enter his podcast, New Mindset, Who Dis. Complementing what he preaches in early 2020 Case created a mindset journal that contains 10-minute journal prompts and 60 days of questions to shatter limiting beliefs & help you gain clarity on who you really are. Case focuses on consistency and listens to himself when approaching his practical mindfulness techniques and preparing his podcast. Listen in to hear more about Case’s journey.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Case how he lives out the power of choice, and helps others find their practical mindset for their best day ever.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Jennifer Cassetta. Jennifer is a health and empowerment coach with the mission of helping people feel strong, safe and confident from the streets to the boardroom. Jenn has spoken around the country on topics that include women's empowerment, wellness and self defense. She's been on The Today Show, The Doctors, The Real and was a wellness coach on ABC TV's My Diet is Better Than Yours.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Jennifer about her background in martial arts, and how she uses these physical and mental techniques to advocate for women’s safety and self defense.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Bryan Jackson, head of performance training at Ascend Performance Global. Bryan is a Nike Master Trainer, Jordan Brand Master Trainer, and performance specialist based out of Chicago, IL. He is known as one of the most sought after performance coaches in Chicago, with over 10 years of experience in the industry. He played three sports in high school (football, baseball, and track & field) and continued his skill in Division 1 football at Bowling Green State University and Indiana State University. After an injury during his football career, Bryan decided to transition into the fitness industry. He eventually developed a training program concept for youth athletes that has evolved into training initiatives used in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Toronto.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Bryan how he trains people to live a higher quality of life, never skip steps, and stick to the process to get your desired outcome.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Tyler Ray, CEO and Head Coach of Project Pure Athlete. Tyler is a vertical jump expert, strength coach and former professional dunker and Team Canada track athlete with a 48” vertical jump. Tyler coaches athletes of all levels all over the globe to jump higher and be better athletes.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Tyler his journey on combining his love for education and athleticism. Tyler has made it his life’s purpose to help others jump higher, be a better athlete.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with James Silvas, Speaker and Performance Coach. James is a Mindset Specialist with over 13,000 hours of training experience working with high performing teams at Nike, Caesars, MGM & ADT. He is the founder of the Be That 1% movement, a movement, and brand that inspires others to be the one that lives life on their terms, overcome obstacles and do what 99% won’t.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with James about his mission to help others find their passion and break through their fears, and how his upbringing got him to where he is now.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week speaking about the ability to adapt during unprecedented times, businesses challenges, and feelings experienced during quarantine.
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
If you've lost focus and want to recenter your intention, listen in. What other good can you refocus on? To help yourself? To help others? How can you actively use your current standing to help others you may be in a different situation than you are?
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Cynthia Kane, certified meditation and mindfulness instructor, Founder of the Kane Intentional Communication Institute and best selling author of How To Meditate Like a Buddhist, How To Communicate Like A Buddhist and Talk To Yourself Like A Buddhist
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Cynthia Kane how she made it her life’s purpose to help you change how you communicate with yourself, others, and your environment to enhance the quality of your relationships – your life.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Tiffany Louise, Life + Relationships Coach and Author of THIS YEAR I WILL.
Tiffany Louise, LCSW, is a professional coach and speaker specializing in cognitive and behavioral change. She is the author of This Year I Will…: A 52- Week Guided Journal to Achieve Your Goals. She is a contributor to various publications including SHAPE, Women’s Health, The Huffington Post, and Fox News.
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Tiffany the importance of creating healthy relationships (with yourself and others) and why it is the key to unlocking your own happiness and well-being.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Peter Dunn aka Pete The Planner, CEO and Founder of Your Money Line and Hey Money.
Peter Dunn a.k.a. Pete the Planner® is an award-winning comedian and an award-winning financial mind. He’s a USA TODAY columnist and the author of ten books, six of which were featured in a nationwide launch at Barnes & Nobles stores in January of 2015. He is the host of the popular radio show and podcast The Pete the Planner Show. Pete has appeared regularly on CNN Headline News, Fox News, Fox Business as well as numerous nationally syndicated radio programs. In addition to his work educating the public, Pete is also the CEO and Founder of Your Money Line and Hey Money. Your Money Line is a corporate financial wellness solution connecting employees to confidential, unbiased financial guidance. Hey Money is a direct-to-consumer monthly subscription that connects people to friendly financial experts. Pete lives in Carmel, Indiana with his wife and two young children.
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Peter the importance of financial well being, making sure your values match your actions, building a stability plan, reducing unnecessary expenses and the financial impact of COVID-19.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week on the Live Better podcast talking about rituals. Last episode of the series we chatted about morning and evening rituals and today’s focus is going to be on mid day or daytime rituals.
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss their own mid day or daytime rituals, what they are working on implementing (like meditation + working out!) and how these rituals have up-leveled their day to-day clarity and productivity while also decreasing stress and anxiety.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week on the Live Better podcast with Kate Lemere, the founder of her blog The Four Percent, where she provides educational and inspirational content, tips and tools helping those on the pursuit of a life better lived - in and out of the gym. Kate helps people understand the basics of fitness, nutrition and strength training so they can find a process they love without restriction. Kate is a founding trainer at Barry's Chicago and in addition to training at both Chicago studios she is a member of the corporate marketing team and contributes to the brand strategy and marketing best practices of the team as Barry’s expands.
Listen in as Bret, Jason and Kate discuss Kate’s experience in both marketing/advertising and fitness, how she fell in love with the evidence based fitness practice, her journey of letting go self-doubt, insecurities and stepping into her own power of “owning” it and being proud of what she’s worked for. Kate talks in detail on her own postpartum fitness experience, research and education in regards to exercising throughout pregnancy, both before and after. Catch the latest on Kate’s motherhood experience, self-reflection, where she was at, what she’s overcome and the importance of finding joy and presence in the everyday.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week on the Live Better podcast talking about rituals. Last episode we chatted about morning rituals and today’s focus is going to be on evening rituals.
Whether that is before work, before play, before a weekend, before an event or whatever that may be for you, these rituals can be very regimented or sporadic. Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss their own evening rituals, what they are working on implementing and taking away to create more meaningful time in the evening to windown, relax, reflect and sleep.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week on the Live Better podcast talking about rituals. Last episode we chatted about what a ritual is, versus a routine and the difference between the two and benefits of both. Today’s focus is going to be on morning rituals. Whether that is before work, before play, before a weekend, before an event or whatever that may be for you, these rituals can be very regimented or sporadic. Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss their own morning rituals, what they are working on implementing and taking away to create more meaningful time in the morning to think, create and to just be.
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week on the Live Better podcast talking about rituals. The two will touch on why rituals are important, creating time for yourself and the impact of doing things consistently. It’s important to take the time to really methodically think about what your rituals are and why you are doing them. Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss their own rituals, why they think they are important and how you can start to ponder your own.
This episode is the beginning of a mini series on rituals and over the next couple of weeks will talk more specifically about morning, workday and evening rituals.
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Show notes:
Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week on the Live Better podcast talking about rituals. The two will touch on why rituals are important, creating time for yourself and the impact of doing things consistently. It’s important to take the time to really methodically think about what your rituals are and why you are doing them. Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss their own rituals, why they think they are important and how you can start to ponder your own.
This episode is the beginning of a mini series on rituals and over the next couple of weeks will talk more specifically about morning, workday and evening rituals.
For a discount on Beam CBD use code ‘LIVEBETTER’ for a discount (follow link).
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week on the Live Better podcast (last podcast of the year!) reflecting on 2019, both personally and from a business standpoint.
As much as it is important to look ahead to a New Year, it's just as crucial to reflect on the past year. Many people look to the New Year as a fresh start, but reflection on the past provides more value than expected to succeed that next year, in a way that you want to.
Looking back at everything you did in 365 days is something you should be proud of! Some goals are accomplished and others maybe didn't go as planned and that is ok. Think to yourself, what do you want to do next year? What you did do this year that you want to continue? What you not accomplish that you want to this new year? What did you think you were going to do? Why did you do it? Why didn't you?
Sometimes you just need a second to reflect on the past year before diving head first into a fresh decade. Try not to set a New Years resolution just to set it, think about the strategy behind it and WHY you are choosing to do so.