The Active Texan

In this episode of The Active Texan we hear about the many sports that our host Brian Watts has been involved in and his best and worst memories of a few of those sports. Brian is interviewed by his wife Allison in this special episode of The Active Texan.

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with Dr. Joel Richards. Former marine turned doctor, Joel is the owner of Doc Healthcare which originated in the Bryan/College Station area and has expanded to Waco and the Woodlands. Brian and Joel discuss the importance of an active lifestyle for the benefit of all aspects of your life and body. From CrossFit to P90X to Peloton to just choosing to take...

On this episode of The Active Texan podcast we interview Angie Hairell. Angie talks to us about overcoming numerous obstacles to becoming a powerlifting champion. From struggling with auto immune disorders to injuries that put her in a wheel chair for a while she set a goal and never quit. Angie shares with us about trusting in God and finding something that you can be passionate about doing to st...

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with adaptive athlete and COO of Catapult Patrick Pressgrove. Team Catapult is a nonprofit that aims to CATAPULT physically challenged individuals over adversity and into the world of endurance sports. We hear all about how he got involved with the non-profit and how it has changed his life. Patrick tells us about a few of his many awesome races that he...

In this episode of The Active Texan we talk to endurance athlete Michelle Morton. Michelle shares with us about finding endurance sports and the ‘game’ of challenging herself to continually grow in her sport. We talk about the benefits of using affirmations/mantras during a race as well as overcoming fears and aspects of your sport you may be weaker at. She is full of stories and experiences from...

This week on The Active Texan we are showcasing a podcast the our host Dr. Brian Watts was interviewed on. It is called “Men Made For More with Dr. Dave Paczkowski”. Brian and Dave discuss using visualization and affirmations to push yourself to find your full potential.

Ted Hamilton was on the podcast this week. Ted paints a picture of an active upbringing, how he met his wife and came to join the Marine Corp. We hear stories from his time in the Marine Corp and about how God orchestrated both his and his wife’s salvation and their growth in faith. Ted also talks about his years in business and triathlon!

In this episode we chat with owner of BoomFit and College Station CrossFit, Charlie Lima. We learn about Charlie’s childhood and the events that shaped him to be the man he is today. Hear what led Charlie to start his business and the BCS Classic. We also discuss how he balances his faith, family and fitness. boomfitbcs.com

On the podcast this week we talk to head coach of Fit Body Bootcamp in College Station, Jordan Engel. Jordan is the kind of coach who brings energy to a class from start to finish. He is passionate about fitness and Jesus. Jordan has participated in many races including a number of obstacle course races. Hear Jordan tell race day stories and talk about his experience training athletes and general...

In this episode of The Active Texan we interview sports medicine Doc, Kory Gill. We discuss injuries in sports and the team of healthcare professionals that help get players back on the field or court. Kory also shares his experience on mission trips over the years and his adventure going to base camp on Everest. www.centexsportsmedicine.com www.grace-bible.org

In this episode of The Active Texan Podcast we interview Physical Therapist Brooke Miller. We discuss treating the pelvic floor in women during and after pregnancy. Brooke shares with us what to consider when exercising during and after pregnancy and how beneficial seeing a physical therapist can be during that time. From diastasis recti to incontinence and intensity of exercise, Brooke tells us h...

In this episode of The Active Texan we talk to ten time Ironman Daren Endsley. Hear about what motivated him to get started and continue to do triathlons. We discuss how his training and coaching has changed over the years in his best and worst races. Daren also owns SoCo Athletics where they offer endurance training and functional fitness for all levels. @socoathletics Socoathletics.com

In this episode of The Active Texan we sit down with the owners of Tone360 Fitness Studio in College Station TX, Kaleigh Bowman and Nayokia Lyons. This successful and talented duo talk to us about all what their studio has to offer as well as what made them start Tone360. We also learn more about their background growing up including competitive cheer, basketball, track, weight training and weight...

This week on The Active Texan podcast we have Jordan and Michael Whitehead of Whitehead Fitness in Houston, TX. They share stories about their time as collegiate athletes at Rice University (golf and soccer) and Michael’s time as a golf professional. We also get to hear about how they are helping people to live active pain free lives with their business Whitehead Fitness. Be inspired to “be and at...

In this episode of The Active Texan we learn from Shaila Yeh about being active and living a non-toxic life for overall health and wellness. She shares how she grew up with low confidence, hiding during PE and running from the soccer ball to becoming a confident winning runner and active lifestyle promoter. Shaila’s information is below if you are interested in contacting her about Young Living. Y...

On this episode of The Active Texan we interview Henry Hall! Henry shares inspiring stories of perseverance, hard work and overcoming adversity to excel in life and sport. He tells us about his time playing basketball and football as a youth and collegiate athlete. We also discuss how he has used his passion for training to help coach and inspire others to reach their goals. @henryhallstar @hit.at...

In this episode of The Active Texan we interview the owner of BCS Fitness, Brad Tillery. We discuss how the gym was started from Brad's passion for helping people and his entrepreneurial mind. We hear a little about Brad's background and other things that he has been involved in including being a coach on TLC's show My 600lb Life a few years ago. Listen in to hear all about what BCS Fitness has to...

In this episode of The Active Texan we interview Aaron Joiner. He talks about challenging yourself to find hobbies, traveling to new places and surrounding yourself with people who you can learn from and be supported by. Aaron shares about activities that bring him joy including rollerblading, travel, CrossFit and hiking with his family. We also discuss his podcast 9fiveadventures, which is all ab...

In this episode of The Active Texan we interview Josh Hampton and hear his story of how his active life growing up and the people around him have shaped him into who he is today, including his time playing basketball for Lipscomb University and Texas A&M University. This awesome interview is jammed packed with inspiration to live by faith, be a life-giver, do everything at a high level, and to...

In this episode we talk with an awesome active member of the community, Erin Richards. Erin tells us about growing up in an active household and how she makes this a priority for her own family. She also discusses her battle with an autoimmune disorder called Hashimotos and how she finds balance by maintaining an active lifestyle. Erin talks about her joy of exercising and running with others and...

I sit down with licensed counselor and sport psychology consultant, Adrienne Langelier. She shares her experience of growing up in running and soccer until she eventually started running professionally after college. She also shares how this led her into the field of sport psychology and counseling. She combines her running experience with her work experience as a counselor and sport psych to prov...

In this episode of The Active Texan Podcast I sit down with my friend and training partner Joseph Hill of College Station, Texas. He is an all around great guy and has a lot of experience in the world of triathlon. We discuss why and how he got into triathlon and what keeps him coming back for more. Enjoy! IG @josephdanielhill Give him a follow on Strava Board member of the BCS Triathlon Club (Fac...

In this episode I get into why we at College Station Physical Therapy and Performance are starting a podcast. I give a brief introduction of my background and the history of CSPT and who we treat. I wrap it up with what to expect from future episodes.