The Coaching Lab: Evidence-Based High Performance & Wellbeing

When most of us think of the gut, we think of what we eat, digestion, and maybe an occasional upset stomach that ruins our day. But in reality, what happens in the gut extends to all aspects of our health, wellness & performance. It can impact not only weight, but arthritis, headaches, concentration and so much more. In this engaging discussion, physician and best-selling author Dr. Vincent Pe...

Are you always looking ahead to what's next? Do you struggle to get dialed into the now? You're not alone. In this episode, we discuss the ongoing struggle between Now and Next and some of the key things to consider about this internal game of tug-of-war. Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification , annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more...

Headlines and fads tend to rule the health and wellness roost these days. Health and wellness coaches (hopefully) know better, but it's easy to be tricked by the popular social media voices and deceptive headlines. In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Horpedahl helps us cut through the baloney, avoid the deception in many headlines, and fact-check the fads! Info re earning your health & wellness c...

What story do you tell yourself - about yourself? How are you interpreting what's happening within your life each day? As a health and wellness coach or life coach, are you able to help your coaching clients re-write their narrative? This week's brief (5 min) bonus episode discusses the practical ways in which you can change your narrative... and change your life! Info re earning your he...

Incontinence is a part of health, wellness and performance that is often kept hush-hush, but influences a very large number of people worldwide. Many individuals suffer in silence, not realizing there are options beyond such suffering or surgery. This week we welcome women's health expert, nationally board certified health & wellness coach and physical therapist Dr. Susan Clinton. She tak...

Need a boost? In this week's 5 min Catalyst we discuss whether "better" always means "more" or not. As health and wellness coaches (or life coaches and high performers), we discuss this concept frequently. This week's episode may provide food for thought going forward! Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification , annual Rocky Mountain Coaching R...

High performers and health, wellness & performance coaches come across all types of excuses, but today's guest throw's them all in the rear view mirror! He is none other than 90 year old world record holder in the 800 (and likely soon the mile), Mr. Earl Fee! He shares the secrets to his success in running faster at age 90 than most people will run in their prime! Info re earning you...

Are you looking to make a positive change in your life? We have a new family member who has taught us much about change - and the lessons we've learned with her extend into all sorts of changes in our lives. We'll hit 3 big ones in this 5 minute bonus episode! Whether your a health coach, life coach, wellness coach or anyone looking to make a better life in the future, our 5 min weekly c...

Headaches and brain health are critical topics of interest for so many of us. If you're a health coach, wellness coach, life coach then you're hearing regular questions from your coaching clients about these topics. However, with 40 million people suffering regularly from headaches (in the US only) and all of us concerned about brain health as we age, this was a very timely interview wit...

Do you "have" to? "Need" to? Are there things you "should" do? This week's 5 minute weekly Catalyst digs into this phrase, what it means, and what we can do about it in our own lives to move toward Better Than Yesterday as health, wellness and life coaches or for high performers looking for the same. Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certificati...

Looking for a different perspective on Covid-19 from a credible source? Whether you're a coach, high performer or just looking for new insights, you'll find this one intriguing. Every few months we bring back an episode that has garnered your attention in the past. It's been several months since our last "Best Of" episode, so we thought this was a great time to do so. Dr....

Are you (or your clients) struggling with low motivation? This week's Catalyst addresses the subject head-on, and provides a perspective based on the 4 R's that may help you turn things around. For health, wellness or life coaches looking for ways to support their clients, this week's Catalyst may provide exactly what you need to help them move forward successfully! Here's a li...

Do employee wellness programs work? Is there a way to cut out the BS and create a meaningful approach to wellness? What do coaches need to know who may be working with organizations? What myths are prevalent about employee wellness that need busting? We answer these and many more in this special cross-over episode with Project HR! Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification ,...

In the world of health, wellness and life coaching, BIG goals get much of the attention. But often it's the subtle tweaks that make all the difference. In this week's 5 minute Catalyst, we'll talk about the keys to applying this strategy in your own - or your coaching clients' life for greater success, both short and long term. Info re earning your health & wellness coachin...

Masks, Zoom meetings, social distancing are a part of regular life during Covid-19. Whether you're a health coach, wellness coach, life coach or any high performer trying to make the most of the situation, body language now plays a much bigger role than ever. In this episode, the man known as "Mr. Body Language" - Allan Pease of Australia - takes us on an insightful (and entertainin...

Do you like it when others provide you with unsolicited advice? In this week's Catalyst, we discuss the history of the term "Manage Yourself," a concept that - when understood - can make a significant difference in our lives as high performers or health, wellness, life or performance coaches. Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification , annual Rocky Mountain C...

The Stages of Change model is among the most recognized and utilized models in health, wellness, life and performance coaching (or any area of behavior change). In this special 100th episode, the creator of the model - Dr. James Prochaska - and his incredible partner (married 54 years) Dr. Janice Prochaska - join us to discuss the practical application, special stories and much more! Info re earni...

Expectations can either be our driver or our downfall. In this "Part II" discussion that we started in last week's 5 minute Catalyst, we discuss the dark side of expectations, and what we can do to optimize our outcomes. If you're a high performer or you coach high performers (health coach, wellness coach, life coach or performance coach), you will garner immediate insights fro...

There are a number of myths surrounding the intake of protein, strength training and the role of muscle in healthy aging, but nobody better to address those myths than this week's guest, Dr. Stuart Phillips (@mackinprof on Twitter). Whether you're a health coach, wellness coach, performance coach or someone who simply wants to make the most out of their life, this episode will provide yo...

Expectations can be our driver or our downfall. If this week's 5 minute Catalyst, we'll discuss the potential for utilizing expectations to bring out your best. If you're a health coach, wellness coach, life coach or performance coach, you'll find immediate application for your clients. If you're here seeking optimal performance, you've come to the right place! Info r...

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs model is at the core of coaching, counseling, parenting, teaching and essentially every aspect of our lives. Yet, was Maslow taking this concept further at the time of his early (age 62) death? Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, author of the new book Transcend and host of The Psychology Podcast takes us on a deeper dive into this potential. Along the way, we discuss the dif...

This is the spark to provide you with just what you need to move forward toward a more healthy, wellness-oriented and successful life. In this week's episode, we explore Doing vs. Being. Great insights for health coaches, wellness coaches or anyone looking to improve their lives for the better! Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification , annual Rocky Mountain Coaching...

We know movement matters - in a BIG way. But do we understand why? This episode features Dr. Vita Sonjak from Montreal, Canada, and her research focuses on why active adults differ so much from "typical" adults. We love taking an evidence-based focus to health, wellness and performance at Catalyst, and Dr. Sonjak provides the deep dive into what's behind high quality function and li...

What would it be like to live through a major event in history? How would I respond? Would I make the most of it or go with the flow? In this brief (<5 min) MM Catalyst episode, we provide some intriguing food for thought. Whether you're a health coach, a wellness coach, a performance coach, life coach or simply want to make the most of your own life, you will not want to miss this boost f...

The 4 cornerstones of health and well-being are Move... Fuel... Rest... Connect. There is plenty of emphasis on the first three, but "connect" rarely receives similar attention. As a result, we were thrilled to have the opportunity to speak with Lydia Denworth, best-selling author of the outstanding book FRIENDSHIP.  We all "believe" in the importance of friendship, but what do...