The Active Texan

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with Ironman Ted Boone and his wife Marisa about their path to Ironman and how important it is to have a community to helps us reach our goals! We talk about the steady pace of his training plan for Ironman Coeur d’Alene 2021 and the spouse perspective on setting and working toward big fitness goals. Ted is the president of the BCS Triclub and also a pub...

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with CrossFit coach and active lifer Kim Joiner. Kim gives us all inspiration on keeping your family active everyday, planning epic vacations with adventures and all about CrossFit. Lots of laughs and great stories everyone will enjoy.

In this episode of The Active Texan we talk to Patrick Redmill about the Brazos Runners Club (BRC), also known as the Boat of Fools. With the BRC resuming activities they want to increase awareness about the group running opportunities in Bryan/College Station. We chat about the goals of e club, how it got started and how to get involved. Find the Brazos Runners Club on Facebook or visit their web...

In this episode of The Active Texan podcast we chat with president of the Bryan/College Station Triathlon Club, Ted Boone. Learn what the BCS Tri Club is doing in our community and how you can get involved. The BCS Tri Club provides safe opportunities for training together and camaraderie with other athletes. www.bcstriathlonclub.com @BCStriclub on FB. Tedboone@gmail.com

In this episode of The Active Texan podcast we interview Kacie Mitchell and Nina Miner. Kacie and Nina were winners of the Come And Take It Showdown in the women’s RX division put on by Sawed-Off CrossFit in College Station. Kacie, a med student and Nina, active military and grad student talk about balancing school and CrossFit and how prioritizing fitness helps them be more successful in all aspe...

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with two amazing runners, Laura Huning and Justin Lange. Laura and Justin were the male and female overall winners of the 2019 BCS Marathon. We chat with Laura about her days as a collegiate swimmer and how they both got into running. We also hear some awesome stories from the numerous marathons and trail races they have done including the Boston Maratho...

In this episode of The Active Texan we interview Dr. Andrew Kenas of The Charlotte Athlete. Andrew is a residency and fellowship trained physical therapist who specializes in helping athletes of all levels to recover from injury, move better and continue to be active in their sport. Along with his residency and fellowship which he completed in Houston, TX, Andrew is one of the highest credentialed...

In this episode of The Active Texan podcast we chat with Duane Price. Duane played baseball and football for Texas Tech University and also went on to play baseball at the next level for the Reds. Afterward, Duane has spent many years coaching football at the middle school, high school and college levels. We also chat about his experience trying out endurance sports. Amazing insight into being a m...

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with Chris Adams. Chris is super involved in the running community here in Bryan/College Station. He puts on a number of races with First Light Racing from 5k trail runs to Ultra races. We chat with Chris about Lone Star Running Project, a running mentorship program for youth ages 13 to 18. Chris also shares many stories from epic races he has done all o...

In this episode of The Active Texan our host Dr. Brian Watts talks about ACL injuries. Brian discusses the various kinds of grafts options, choosing surgeons and physical therapists, prehab and return to sport. All of these decisions should be made between you and your doctor and this information should help you to feel more informed to navigate your ACL injury. @collegestationpt www.collegestatio...

In this episode of The Active Texan we interview the founder of Cap Elite, Eddie Enriquez. Cap Elite, center for athletic performance was founded in 2003 and specializes in helping kids improve speed, power, balance and strength. We get a background of Eddie’s passion for sports and fitness leading up to starting Cap Elite. We talk about learning to run properly, building up speed and confidence a...

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with Rachel Kerbel about being raised in an active home and raising her active family. Rachel played soccer at Baylor when they won the school’s first Big 12 championship in any sport in 1998. She shares how she overcame shyness through team sports and many stories from playing and coaching soccer over the years. You’ll be inspired by all that she and he...

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with geologist Ali Smith. Ali grew up in Houston, TX playing volleyball and track and field. After dealing with a career ending injury, Ali figured out new ways to stay active as an avid skier and mountain climber. She has climbed all sixty-seven 14,000 ft summits in the lower 48 states and we got to hear some awesome stories about her adventures. 14ers....

In this episode of The Active Texan we sit down with marathoner Baili Rhodes. Baili chats with us about how she started running and the 21 marathons that she has completed including the Chevron Houston Marathon, BCS marathon and the Boston marathon. We talk nutrition, strength training for runners and placing 2nd in the BCS marathon in 2019. Shoutouts: Kirsten Ritchie, trainer at www.liftrunperfor...

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with Chad Barrum. Chad has worked for Pebble Creek Country Club in College Station, Texas for many years as the Head Golf Professional and now the Membership Director. We get to hear his stories of him developing as a golfer, playing basketball for the Air Force, and coaching with a local club soccer team. Enjoy this great interview about where his activ...

In this episode on The Active Texan we sit down with former Aggie soccer player Cienna Arrieta. We learn about Cienna’s background playing soccer and being recruited in high school. Highly motivated and goal oriented Cienna has been able to check boxes and excel beyond her goals. We talk about injuries that kept her on the bench and her drive to get back on the field. We also see how she is transi...

In this episode of The Active Texan we talk to Borja Barbero. Borja moved to the United States from Spain for school and is a PhD student in the biochemistry department at Texas A&M University. He is also a coach with Cavalry Youth Soccer in Bryan/College Station. With a background as a goal keeper Borja shares his love for the sport and how he is helping to develop the next generation of soccer p...

In this episode of The Active Texan we chat with one of the physical therapists for the Atlanta Braves, Nick Valencia. You will hear about the experiences that led him to this point in his career, as well as his love for climbing. He has a passion to help people and to be outdoors. Enjoy!

In this episode of The Active Texan we sit down with the executive Vice President of the South Texas Youth Soccer Association. Billy talks to us about his love of organized sports and his passion for provides kids with the opportunity to be active. We discuss how many volunteers are working behind the scenes to make all these soccer programs happen in south Texas. Billy also discusses the combinat...

In this episode of The Active Texan we interview former collegiate cheerleader at the University of North Texas, Kristen Lindner. We talk all about the cheer world from the training, the stunting, the injuries and how it has changed over the years. We also discuss her transition after cheer to becoming a mother of active daughters and reaching toward weightlifting goals. From being a cheer flyer t...

In this episode of The Active Texan we interview professional bull rider Cody Teel. Cody grew up in Kountze, Texas and followed in his father’s footsteps of becoming a bull rider. He has been professional in the sport for 10 years and was the 2012 PRCA world champion. We discuss how he got into bull riding, the mental and physical sides of the sport, injuries, and ways that he is training to prepa...

In this episode of The Active Texan our host Brian Watts discusses training for different distances. Hear some tips on endurance training for longer distances like Ironman and marathons including when to start and what type of variety to include in your training. He also talk about training for shorter distance like a 5k or sprint triathlon and how that training differs from more endurance type ra...

In this episode of The Active Texan we interview Caleb Hernandez, a personal trainer and speed and performance coach here in College Station. He tells us about his passion for helping people reach fitness goals and his personal training business out of his garage. We discuss learning to run properly, adapting and pursuing personal training career and placing 2nd in a CrossFit competition with our...

In this episode of The Active Texan we interview the lead instructor at Pure Barre College Station, Colleen Stapp. We talk about her history as a dancer, Kilgore College Rangerette, dance studio owner and now instructor at Pure Barre. We hear about the mind/body connection, finding the path to recovery from injury and maintaining an active lifestyle. @purebarrecollegestation

In this episode of The Active Texan podcast we chat with local real estate agent and CrossFit enthusiast Laura Lea Smith. We discuss CrossFit workouts, community and competitions as well as a sprint triathlon she has coming up. She is an amazing realtor who is relatable and goes above and beyond for her clients and community. We hear how she does it all by maintaining a detailed schedule for optim...