The Athletes Podcast

  Headsup has a steadfast commitment to generating awareness pertaining to concussions and the lingering symptomatic stresses that ensue in an individual’s recovery. Recovering from concussions is unique to each individual, with symptoms often being benevolent. A disconnect exists between the public, those suffering from head trauma and corresponding side-effects that hinder mental health and over...

Pat Reid spent 35 years in Ottawa heavily involved in sport, as a coach, administrator and promoter. He was one of Canada’s head coaches in athletics (high jump) for the 1984 Olympics, 1986 Commonwealth Games, 1987 Pan American Games, and the 1988 World Junior Championships. His athletes won 16 national titles, including 7 straight national junior titles, and represented Canada in 4 Olympic Games....

Nathane L. Jackson is a veteran health and wellness professional, with nearly two decades of combined experience as a strength and conditioning coach, personal trainer and holistic nutritionist.  As a Titleist Performance Institute certified golf fitness instructor, he is dedicated to bringing greater awareness regarding the benefits strength training and mobility has on one’s golf game. His speci...

Hannah Taylor is a fourth-year Brock University Sports Management student and varsity wrestler. Hannah is a 6 time National Champion and has competed for Canada at 6 World Championships as a member of Team Canada. She recently picked up a bronze medal at the 2019 U23 World Wrestling Championships in Budapest, Hungary. Hannah has also competed at the Pan American Games, Pan American Championships,...

Chris Critelli is the only individual to ever win both an NCAA and USports national championship. She competed in the 1976 Summer Olympics held in Montreal for the Canadian women's basketball team. Chris tells her story through her new novel "That's My Coach". Support the show  Check out our Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram | Tiktok | Spotify | Apple | Google | Youtube...

Justin Turgeon is a 32-year-old endurance athlete from Niagara Falls. Leaving his job to pursue his passion for health in wellness. Justin started his own brand in May called PAK Fitness inc. Where the approach isn’t to just strengthen people's bodies but to most importantly strengthen their mind. In this podcast, we discuss Justin's journey as well as his upcoming challenge Ride Over Ma...

On the 7th episode of The Athletes Podcast our guest is Tyler Johnson, an IFBB Pro, Founder & Coach of JFP Coaching, and recently crowned Mr. Canada Classic Physique 2019. Tyler's passion shines through this podcast. His dedication and complete belief that he will become MR. Olympia is indescribable. He has a drive that is not found in many individuals, and it is heard in this podcast. Su...

This episode of The Athletes Podcast is sponsored by Caffee Umbria. The 6th episode of The Athletes Podcast features Matt Comand! With over 10 years of experience as a High-Performance Coach, Matt has developed expertise in areas such as mental skills training, personal behaviour change, leadership development, and team dynamics. He has worked with clients in both athletic and professional setting...

Mo Hassan sits down with host David Stark - talking about the state of USports, comparing Canadian to American University sport and what Canadian athletes have to look forward to in the world of canadian athletics. This weeks conversation is one you surely don’t want to miss!  Support the show  Check out our Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram | Tiktok | Spotify | Apple | Google | Youtube l S...

The 4th episode of the Athletes Podcast features Mike Froom. A former NCAA division 1 golfer, current marathon runner, author and adventure seeker. Mike shares his insight as to what it was like moving down to the US and playing in the NCAA, his new book/social media platform ideas (@thatmademesmileco), his thoughts on our current education system, and where he is at on his own "marathon&quot...

Cassidy Ryan is a 6'7 professional basketball player from Mississauga, Ontario. He just recently spent two weeks playing over in China, and is currently working out with @nbaglegue affiliate for the Raptors. Ryan is a graduate from Brock University who also spent time down in the NCAA. Support the show  Check out our Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram | Tiktok | Spotify | Apple | Google...

Born and raised in Niagara, 22 year old Megan Delay signs with her dream team over in Buffalo with the Beauts. Two championships in three years, NCAA and CWHL Clarkson Cup. On this episode of The Athletes Podcast we also cover; Gender discrepancies in the media coverage of national sports, wage gaps and what it’s like to be a female athlete in Canadian universities.  Support the show  Check out ou...

A brief sit-down with host David Stark, detailing what will be included in the podcast. This episode briefly discusses who will be joining David on the podcast, the types of individuals who will be brought on, and the variety of topics that will be talked about. This podcast was created for the everyday athlete, non-athletic regular person, current star, young up-and-comer, or the seasoned veteran...

Mahamat Abakar (aka: Mojo) is a 23 year old personal trainer, bodybuilder and recent graduate from Brock University in St. Catharines, Ontario. He has recently started his own fitness platform (@_mojofitness). He placed 2nd at the CanFitPro naturals in Toronto during the month of August. During our 40 minute conversation we go into detail surrounding competition preparation, supplements, diet tech...