Athlete Factors

Podcast Episode #92: Kristin Fant on Nutrition for Optimal Endurance Performance and Recovery

In this episode, Kristin Fant, MCN, RDN, LD, joins me to talk about performance nutrition for runners and triathletes.  We discuss her "All Foods Fit" perspective when it comes to coaching nutrition, the biggest dietary issues endurance athletes face, the idea that being lighter will make you faster, and strategies to maximize fueling during training and competition.  

Kristin Fant, MCN, RDN, LD is a registered dietitian in the Dallas, TX area. Kristin holds a
Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from the University of Texas at Southwestern Medical
Center. Her practice is focused on helping runners and triathletes fuel for performance and stay injury-free without feeling anxious and overwhelmed when it comes to nutrition. She
specializes in nutrition intervention for Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport and Secondary
Hypothalamic Amenorrhea, as well as overcoming disordered eating behaviors and ED
recovery. An avid runner herself, Kristin has completed seven full marathons and nine half-
marathons.

Follow Kristin on Instagram:  @endurance.nutritionist 

Podcast Episode #91: Shalaya Kipp on Running Economy, Steeplechase GRF's, and Prototype 4% Shoes

In this episode, Shalaya Kipp joins me to discuss her collegiate and professional running career, as well as some of her research on ground reaction forces in the Steeplechase.  We also cover the research she help conduct on the prototype to Nike's Vaporfly 4% and how predictions and calculations on improvements in running economy work themselves out in real life.  

Shalaya Kipp is a Ph.D. candidate at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, BC in the department of Kinesiology. She studies how exercise influences cardio-respiratory functions and the implications for health and performance. Previously, Shalaya completed her Masters degree in Integrative Physiology at the University of Colorado, Boulder where she studied the biomechanics and energetics of human running. Shalaya is a competitive runner, specializing in the 3000m steeplechase. She has represented the United States on a national level including the World Championships and Olympic Games.

Follow Shalaya on Twitter:  @shalayakipp

Podcast Episode #90: Missy Mitchell-McBeth on the Art and Science of Youth Strength & Conditioning

In this episode, Missy Mitchell-McBeth joins me to discuss her philosophy of coaching in the weight room, the differences between college and high school strength and conditioning, how to get athletes to buy-in, and how to get more out of your athletes by being a better coach. We also discuss her business, SaFe Iron, and the services she provides to sport coaches who may not have access to a strength coach.

 

Coach Mitchell-McBeth has over 15 years of experience in the coaching profession. She is currently the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Byron Nelson High School in Trophy Club, Texas. There she oversees the development of 13 different sports, over 500 athletes, and trains all sport coaches to assist in the weight room. Prior to this she was the Senior Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at TCU in Fort Worth, TX for 7 years. There she handled the development of the Women's Indoor Volleyball, Women's Basketball, and Women's Golf programs and assisted with football. Before her time as a full-time strength and conditioning professional, Mitchell-McBeth was a High School sport coach for 4 years in Copperas Cove, Texas. She holds a Master's degree in Exercise Physiology from Baylor University, and holds SCCC, CSCS, USAW, FRC, and RPR-1 certifications.

 

Follow her on Twitter: @missEmitche11

 

Finder her on the web: https://www.safeirontraining.com

Podcast Episode #89: Steven Machek and the Unexplored Ergogenic Potential of Psychedelics

In this episode, Steven Machek joins me again, this time to discuss the potential role of Psychedelics as an ergogenic aid. We talk about the current state of psychedelic research and some of the ways it is currently used in conjunction with other treatments for things like addiction and PTSD. We also discuss his published paper reviewing some of these clinical tools and their potential for improving athletic performance, flow state, physical creativity, pain reduction, and potential replacement for heavy pain killers post injury and during rehabilitation.

Steven Machek MS, CSCS*D, is a third-year doctoral student at Baylor University that is passionate about powerlifting. His research interests are powerlifting-centered, but also focus more generally on the intersection of resistance training and sports nutrition.

Follow Steven on Instagram: @stretch_rx

Podcast Episode #88: Mark Bottenhorn on Ultra Running, Lifting Heavy, and Training for Longevity

In this episode, I talk with Mark Bottenhorn, a running coach, professional runner, and competitive power lifter.  We talk about his philosophy of coaching and training, how and why heavy lifting should fit into every endurance athlete's training program, how being stronger, more resilient, and more athletic can allow you to perform competitively on LESS training volume, and how obstacles and struggles in life can make us stronger.

Mark Bottenhorn is a professional mountain, ultra, trail and OCR athlete living in Dallas, Texas. He spends his free time with his wife, Brittany and daughter, Maya. Mark works with dozens of endurance athletes ranging from first timers to elites on his coaching platform, Run Strong Coaching. Mark has numerous wins, course records and accolades including landing on the North American top performances list at the 50k distance two years in a row.

Find him on the web:
http://www.markbottenhorn.com/

Follow him on Instagram:
@bottenhornrunning

Listen to his podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/show/7gwpt3m9354xRkqwqwXWIv?si=v9rzhhSYTN2N5XkrsvLDdg

Podcast Episode #87: Gabriella Greif PT, DPT on Running Injuries and Injury Prevention

In this episode, I talk with Gabriella Greif PT, DPT about her new concierge Physical Therapy business, how to prevent running injuries, the mental and physical process of coming back to full training and racing after an injury, and the importance of consistent strength and conditioning as well as cross training for runners and other endurance athletes.

 

Gabriella is the founder and owner of GG Physical Therapy. She graduated with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and a Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Science from Northeastern University in Boston, MA. She has extensive clinical experience treating orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries using manual therapy, targeted exercise techniques, and functional training. Gabriella is also certified in Functional Dry Needling. Gabriella treats patients of all ages and activity levels. An avid runner herself, Gabriella especially enjoys working with runners and athletes and is also a certified Running Rehabilitation Specialist. Gabriella was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. She leads an active lifestyle and loves "all things fitness." Additionally, Gabriella considers herself a local foodie and die-hard Dallas Mavericks fan. After 10 years in Boston, she is thrilled to bring her physical therapy services to her hometown.

 

Find Gabriella on the web: https://www.gg-physicaltherapy.com/

 

Follow Gabriella on Instagram: @gg_physicaltherapy

 

Follow Gabriella on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GGPhysicalTherapy

Podcast Episode #86: Ken Alamo and Metabolic Testing for Athletes

In this episode, I talk with Ken Alamo, of Alamo Elite Health, about the role that metabolic testing can play in providing data and useful information to athletes. He covers the specific tests that he offers, explains how the information and results from metabolic testing can benefit athletes, and tells us why getting this kind of testing should be a consistent part of every athlete's training and competitive season.

Ken Alamo has been a personal trainer for 11 years, specializing in metabolic testing and conditioning. After 8 years in the big-box gyms, he branched out, starting Alamo Elite Health, in order to reach the 90% of the population that doesn't go to gym. Ken's goal is to bring wellness, exercise, and nutrition guidance outside of the gym, to those who need it most.

Follow Ken on Instagram: @alamoelitehealth

Find Ken on the Web: alamoelitehealth.com

Podcast Episode #85: Sean Lopez on Massage Therapy Technique, Assessment, and Movement

In this episode, Sean Lopez joins me to discuss massage therapy and some of the finer points related to bodywork.  We talk about the differences between pressure and technique, how to pick a legit massage therapist or manual therapist, and why incorporating assessment and movement are necessary to get the most out of your bodywork sessions. 

 

Sean Lopez is a mobile Licensed Manual Therapist serving the Dallas/Ft. Worth area.
Sean has worked in the Health and Wellness industry for about 10 years, starting as a Trainer. In 2015, Sean became licensed in Massage.  He has a passion to educate others on the many benefits and different techniques of Massage. 

 

Follow Sean on Instagram:
@seanlopez__

 

Find Sean on the web:
www.findyourglory.com

 

Podcast Episode #84: Getting a Proper Shoe Fitting with Elliott Farris of RunOn! Richardson

Please watch this episode on YouTube to see all the running shoes I tried out.  

In this episode, Elliott Farris of RunOn! Richardson gives me a shoe fitting for a new pair of running shoes. I have been buying the same size running shoe for over a decade, assuming I was wearing the ideal size. Elliott takes me to school not only on sizing for running shoes (which is very different in comparison to other shoe types, like dress shoes), but also on the tradeoffs between the structure and function of specific running shoe types, like a neutral shoe designed for someone doing more shorter/faster running, and a motion control shoe with some extra cushion designed for someone doing marathon or ultramarathon training. Your feet are unique, as is your stride, foot placement when you contact the ground, and many, many other training variables. It's worth it to get a shoe that addresses these individual variables!

 

Follow RunOn! Richardson on Instagram: @run_on_richardson

Podcast Episode #83: Making 2021 Goals Public

In this episode, I share some of the goals I have set for 2021, and encourage you to do the same! What goals do you have for this year? Will they be easy to achieve, or do you need to plan out and strategize to reach the mark? What topics and guest would you like to see on the podcast this year? Let me know!