The Athletes Podcast

Have you ever wondered how an underdog team turns the tables and emerges as national champions? Sit down with us, and four incredible women from the Mount Royal University Women's Hockey team - Aliya, Tatum, Breanne, and Lyndsey - as they take us through their monumental journey. From eighth seed to national champions, their inspiring story is peppered with tales of their locker room celebrat...

Welcome to an inspiring episode of The Athletes Podcast, where we equip the next generation with invaluable advice for achieving athletic greatness. Legendary athletes share their triumphs and resilience, motivating aspiring athletes with dedication, determination, and a growth mindset. Esteemed professors delve into the mental and physical aspects of becoming elite, while sports doctors offer per...

Ever wondered how resistance training can do more than just build up your muscles? Our special guest for today, Coach Lee Boyce, a published author and fitness industry veteran, shares his expertise on the widespread benefits of resistance training, nutrition, and general health. Listen in as Lee discusses his journey through overcoming injuries, the significance of vitamins, nutrients, hydration,...

Ever dared to dream big in the arena of top-notch athletics while acing an Ivy League education? Karly Heffernan, a Harvard alumnus, former Team Canada women's hockey member, and aspiring golfer, did just that. Join us as she warmly recollects her journey - the trials and triumphs - as she transitioned from Edmonton to Calgary at a tender age of 15, and then to Kelowna for her senior year of...

Ready to peek behind the curtain of sports psychology and unlock the secrets to athlete well-being and peak performance? Expect nothing less from this intriguing conversation with our fascinating guest, Professor Adam Nicholls, a sports psychology expert from the University of Hull. We journey through his research, aiming to enhance athlete well-being and reduce doping prevalence. Professor Nichol...

What does it take to transition from Canadian hockey to American football? This week, we're joined by Washington Commanders cornerback Benjamin St-Juste, who shares the incredible story of his journey from growing up in Montreal to making it in the big leagues. Listen in as we discuss his drafting experience, overcoming a torn labrum, and the importance of his father's influence on his a...

What happens when a top CrossFit athlete faces unexpected disqualification? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Canada's own Alex Caron as he shares his journey from hockey to the world of CrossFit, and the controversy that surrounded his removal from competition in the CrossFit semifinals. We also celebrate the triumphs of the Vegas Golden Knights, Denver Nuggets, and Nick Taylor in...

What does it take to become a 15-time US National champion and 6-time Pan American gold medalist in racquetball? The incredible Rhonda Rajsich, one of the most decorated racquetball players in US history, joins us to share her inspiring journey to the top. Discover how Rhonda's clarity, purpose, and focus propelled her to greatness, and how she managed to overcome a life-altering incident in...

What does it truly take to defy the odds and achieve greatness? Join us as we sit down with multi-sport Paralympian Chris Daw, whose incredible journey is a testament to the power of determination and resilience. With over 1,000 medals for Canada, 125 national championships, 64 world championships, and participation in four Paralympic Games and one Olympic Games, Chris serves as an inspiration for...

What happens when a fearless professional hockey player, nicknamed "King Richard," transitions from over a decade in the NHL and WHA to another industry? You get an inspiring story of perseverance, adaptability, and resilience. Join us as we chat with the incredible Richard Broder about his journey from the Nordiques team to playing for Team Canada and winning the Stanley Cup, as well as...

Welcome to the #176th episode of The Athletes Podcast featuring Sachin Latti. Sachin has recently dedicated his life to endurance training in hopes to accomplish the goal of beating the world record run across Canada. As he trains and runs several ultra marathons per year, he advocates and raises awareness for first responders & veterans experiencing mental illness & PTSD Sachin Motion is...

Welcome to the #175th episode of The Athletes Podcast featuring Brad Thorpe , a lifelong entrepreneur and the inventor of Isophit . With over 30 years of experience in the sport performance, fitness, and health space, he is considered by many to be a world-leading authority on isometric strength training. Through his passion for innovation and desire to challenge the status quo, he has created a p...

Welcome to the #174th episode of The Athletes Podcast , where we bring you the stories, insights, and experiences of athletes from all walks of life! Today, we're thrilled to feature Hannah Huppi , Team USA Rower, Ocean Adventurer & Gym Owner. An athlete, entrepreneur, and mom of a toddler based in New Orleans. With a passion for scaling start-ups she's successfully taken two compani...

Welcome to the 173rd episode of  The Athletes Podcast , where we bring you the stories, insights, and experiences of athletes from all walks of life! Today we feature Chris Koch , a farm boy turned world traveller, who has set out on his latest adventure bringing his "If I Can" message globally. What started as a small speaking tour mostly at schools in Southern Alberta, has turned into...

Welcome to the #172nd episode of  The Athletes Podcast , where we bring you the stories, insights, and experiences of athletes from all walks of life! Today we feature Kennedy Justinen , born and raised in Rocky Mountain House, AB. Justinen learned to ski and snowboard in a recreational manner at the ages of 4 & 10.  Focusing their younger years on accessible sports & moved to Kelowna at 1...

Welcome to the #171st episode of  The Athletes Podcast , where we bring you the stories, insights, and experiences of athletes from all walks of life! Today, we're thrilled to have Canadian Hockey Goaltender and puck-stopping powerhouse, Ryan Fanti, joining us for an in-depth conversation about his journey in the world of ice hockey. 🏒 The Fort Wayne Komets Keeper successfully became the fir...

Episode #170 of The Athletes Podcast features two incredible football players in Randy Chevrier and Sheldon Napastuk. Chevy & Nasty both enjoyed successful careers in the Canadian Football League, showcasing their grit, determination, and exceptional skill on the field. Randy Chevrier, a long snapper and defensive lineman, played for several CFL teams, including the Edmonton Eskimos, Calgary S...

Episode #169 of The Athletes Podcast features Sarah Mitton. A Canadian athlete specializing in the shot put . She is the 2022 Commonwealth   Games and 2019 Summer Universiade champion and represented Canada at the 2020 Summer Olympics . Mitton was born in Liverpool , Nova Scotia, and raised in Brooklyn . Sarah Mitton is proving to everyone that she is capable of breaking barriers & we dive int...

Episode #168 of The Athletes Podcast features Jennifer "Jen" Kish. Jen is a former Canadian rugby sevens player, who captained the Canadian national team and led them to a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Since retiring from professional rugby, Jen has become a sought-after speaker, coach, and advocate for mental health and women's empowerment in sports. You’ll see her & h...

Episode #167 of The Athletes Podcast features Pavel Barber, a world-renowned stickhandling specialist and skills coach, who has worked with numerous professional hockey players, helping them take their game to the next level. His expertise and dedication to the sport have earned him a well-deserved reputation in the hockey world. In this episode, we'll discuss Pavel's journey, his approa...

Episode #166 of The Athletes Podcast features Taylor Woods, a professional hockey player, and strongwoman who has defied the odds and overcome adversity to excel in not just one, but two highly competitive sports. Last week Taylor claimed gold at the 2023 Arnold Amateur Strongwoman World Championships. Woods was a member of the Cornell Big Red from 2012 to 2016, and is currently playing with the T...

Episode #165 of The Athletes Podcast features, Mitchell Hooper. Today, Mitchell kicks off the 2023 Arnolds Sports Festival where he is poised to podium barring any injury. He is arguably the strongest man in the world. Mitch has only been doing strength sports for three years. In his rookie year as a pro strongman, Mitch competed in 6 competitions and had a podium finish in each of them: Giants li...

Jana Webb is an athlete, entrepreneur, businesswoman, and creator of Joga. She has used her experience of surviving a car accident to inspire others to take responsibility for their bodies and has been exploring the bridge between sports and yoga for 17 years. Jana has built apps and online curriculums to help athletes and is the founder of Joga, a unique movement system that combines yoga and ath...

Episode #163 of The Athletes Podcast features, Dr. Rand McClain. McClain is a sports medicine and hormone replacement therapy expert with over 20 years of experience in the field. He has worked with numerous elite athletes, helping them achieve peak performance and overcome injuries. In addition to his work with athletes, Dr. McClain is a renowned expert in the field of age management medicine and...

Episode #162 of The Athletes Podcast features professional Table Tennis player Wally Green. Wally has become a beloved American ambassador for table tennis — and international understanding — in the process. Green is not only an athlete, but he’s also an entertainer & a co-founder of SPiN New York. Growing up in one of the most dangerous housing projects in Brooklyn, at a very young age he fou...