Ray Z

Athletic Definition

Health EN ↓ 211 episodes

Athletic Definition is a variety show that focuses on health, sports, and fitness-related topics. The show covers a range of subjects, including fitness technology, news, workout music and interviews with athletes. The discussions with athletes highlight their physical skills, perseverance, passion, drive, strength, stamina, training, and motivation. The show is hosted by Ray Z, an endurance athlete who has completed 62 marathons, practices Jiu Jitsu, plays basketball, and is a fitness fanatic.

Author

Ray Z

Category

Health

Podcast website

athleticdefinition.com

Latest episode

Aug 1, 2025

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Episodes

Team USA 🇺🇸 guest Laura Saldumbide - Episode #36 26.11.2021

My guest @laura_saldumbide representing Team USA Basque pelota. Laura talks about how she got into the sport of Basque pelota and how to she to represent Team USA.  She gives insight to how the game is played where it's popular. 

Kin-stretch instructor, Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt Guest Mike Ball - Episode #35 25.11.2021

My guest is @homisidecontrol Mike Ball is kin-stretch instructor, jiu jitsu brown belt, he teaches strength training classes as well. Started in PT background. His goal is always to give people back freedom within their bodies to do whatever they want to do with it.

20 Consecutive Los Angeles Marathons 🏃🏻‍♂️Sean V - Episode #34 24.11.2021

My guest Sean Viramontez is an endurance athlete, Ironman, marathoner, husband and father. Sean has completed Ironman and is coming off completing his 20th consecutive Los Angeles Marathon.

15 Consecutive Los Angeles Marathons 🏃🏻‍♂️ Coach Ray Z - Episode #33 24.11.2021

I give you my honest review of the Los Angeles Marathon race, I also give you insight to some of the history of the race.  If you are watching the podcast you will be seeing all the finisher medals I have received through all my years running the LA Marathon. 

Founder of youthfit2lead guest Karen Rangel- Episode #32 23.11.2021

My guest Karen Rangel is the definition of Latin spice 💃🏻Founder of @y0uthfit2lead @krangel811 is the host of Keepin' It Real with Karen Rangel 🎙It’s going to be a fun show, please join us. youthfit2lead.com

Rehab & Sports with Dr. Sara- Episode #31 22.11.2021

My guest is Dr. Sara Van Dyke @dash_chiro is a sports chiropractor who works primarily with runners, lifters and endurance athletes. She is a competitive track runner, and competes in the middle distance races (800m to mile), along with the occasional 5k road race or cross country. Recently, she has also taken up pacing elite races as a fun side hobby, and has paced races from 800m to 10,000m. Dr....

Jiu Jitsu Eye Injuries & Protection - Episode #30 22.11.2021

On this episode I talk about my eye injury I received while training Jiu Jitsu AKA the gentle art. I was told by my Doctor not to train for 1 year, I didn't want to wait that long. However I did still want to protect my eye, I let you know what I feel is the best protection for your eyes in Jiu Jitsu. 

Ultra coach/active duty military Josh Laker- Episode #29 21.11.2021

My guest Josh Laker has been running since he was in junior high but it wasn’t until he joined the military and got stationed in Hawaii (2008) that he actually fell in love with running. He started out his adult running career, running road half’s and full marathons. He really found his passion when he started running trails and ultra distance events. Since turning to mostly trail running he has r...

Valente Brothers Insturctor Guest Ricky Rack - Episode #28 21.11.2021

My guest Ricky Rack is an Jiu Jitsu instructor at Valente Brothers Study Group in Honduras. A Former Corporate Lawyer for a Multinational Telecommunications Company with a Masters in Corporate Law and a Minor in Arbitration and Conciliation. He enjoys everything to do with fitness and nature and philosophy.

Athletic Definition Evolution Continues - Episode #27 19.11.2021

This episode I talk about some of my experiences thus far in my podcast journey. 

495 marathons & ultras guest Deo Jerome- Episode #26 12.11.2021

My guest Deo Jerome is a high school math teacher, has ran 50 marathons in all 50 states, has raced in all 7 continents, race-walker and will be completing his 500th marathon/ultras this October 31, 2021

Living to 150 guest Rich Schenkuizen - Episode #25 05.11.2021

Rich Schenkhuizen is on a personal mission to 150 years old & to inspire 10,000 people to set their own goal to 100 years old.  He is leading by example to show people that if you never stop using your muscles then you’ll never lose their function, it's when someone stops using the muscles they were blessed with when atrophy sets in. He helps his clients create their own customized,...

Woo Woo Fitness With Wendie V - Episode #24 29.10.2021

My guest Wendie is the founder of Wellness Grind @livingthewellnessgrind,an online community that helps people identify their wellness needs and define their unique wellness recipe. Wendie uses her 15 years of experience in public service to support social entrepreneurs access grant money to grow. Wendie enjoys international travel, teaching indoor cycle, and sharing diverse wellness and health pe...

Fitness Fuel guest Travon Edwards - Episode #23 22.10.2021

My guest Travone Edwards IFBB PRO Athlete, High Peformance Coach, and Nutrition specialist. When he’s not competing, he support his clients in becoming the best version of themselves through health and wellness. He graduated from Cal State Northridge with a major in Kinesiology. Then went on to work for UCLA Medical center in cardiology as he lead cardiovascular technician. Next, Serving on the ho...

Stunt Actress guest Julie Stewart - Episode #22 15.10.2021

My guest Julie Stewart is a stunt actress, triathlete, ultra runner, football player, all action. Julie is always up for the challenge and never stops adventuring. IG - @jules_ashton_in_action

Ultra runner photographer Zandy - Episode #21 08.10.2021

My guest Zandy Mangold is a New York City based freelance photographer, ultra runner, and running coach for Chaski Endurance. He was exposed to the sport via a photo assignment, and has been running and shooting ever since, including wins at Keys100 and the Atacama Crossing. Other finishes include Western States and the Badwater 135. “The Keys100” IG - @run_n_shoot 

Personal protection & self defense guest Yosh - Episode #20 01.10.2021

My guest Yosh started on a journey to develop skills that can protect himself and his family from threats. His personal development and training include situational awareness, de-escalation studies, open-handed defense, defensive firearm use and emergency first aid. Through his company Sheep Dog Defender, he is sharing what he has learned. He became a certified instructor with the United States Co...

Worst Fitness product ever! - Episode #19 24.09.2021

I talk about the worst fitness product ever! I let you know right away what product it is. You would be surprised how many famous athletes were wearing and fell for the hype. 

Kettlebell Coach guest Ryan Jankowitz - Episode #18 17.09.2021

Ryan Jankowitz is on a mission to help busy men and women get into better shape and lose weight using kettlebells. He's a level 2 RKC and has assisted at 8 different Dragon Door kettlebell certifications.  He contributes articles to the RKC blog and other kettlebell sites.  Ryan's online kettlebell programs have helped adults lose up to 15lbs. in 90 days, fix their form and get stronger....

The Native Runner guest Dillon Shije - Episode #17 10.09.2021

My guest Dillon Shije, was a Professional Runner and Division I Cross Country National Champion (honored at the White House during the Obama Administration) and advocate for visibility for Indigenous Runners and Athletes. Dillon also is a Partner in an Impact Consultancy, Zia Impact, based in Northern New Mexico, and a Founding Board Member of Pueblo Development Commission, an Indigenous Advocacy...

Wellness Competitor Rebekah Evelyn - Episode #16 03.09.2021

My guest Rebekah Evelyn is 39 years young fitness enthusiast living with purpose and intention. By day a technology engagement manager, by passion a wellness competitor, and with gratitude a group fitness instructor for a program called Farrell’s. In 2012 she was diagnosed with chronic autoimmune and it changed everything. 18 months of treatment, recovery and healing meant learning new ways to mak...

Winning Fragilex Badass mom Luisa - Episode #15 27.08.2021

My guest is Super mom Luisa Rivas, she is 56, mother of two amazing boys Max 26 and Marky 22. She was born in El Salvador and lived there for 19 years. In 1983 she migrated to US and has been happily living here since then. When She was a kid she was always involved in sports, mostly playing basketball, but in 1978 when she was 13 her older brother died in a tragedy, her heart and soul were broken...

Healthier Habits with guest Phoebie - Episode #14 20.08.2021

Guest Coach Phoebie helps women achieve their 𝐎𝐖𝐍 definition of 𝒃𝒐𝒅𝒚 𝒈𝒐𝒂𝒍𝒔. As someone who did not grow up as an athlete she had to take hold of her health in her 20s after gaining 50+ lbs. It is now her mission to help women achieve healthier habits mentally & physically to finally have sustainable fitness progress. 

Uncomfortable is Good -Episode #13 13.08.2021

I talk about how you grow from been in discomfort. I touch on fatphobic a bit and talk about what's going on with our National Parks. 

Basketball innovator guest Luke Burits - Episode #12 06.08.2021

My guest Luke Burits and I talk about basketball, how he got into trick basketball shots, we talk about how ATG training has helped us both and his goals been a basketball innovator. 

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