The Crackin' Backs Podcast

Nutrition: A maze we all navigate, yet often find ourselves lost. This episode of Crackin' Backs is one you don't want to skip, as we're joined by Dr. Paul Varnas , a seasoned expert who's delved deep into the intricacies of what fuels us. Discover the world of food sensitivities and the pivotal roles tests like IgG and IgE play. Decode the enigma of vitamin supplements, and de...

In 1999, a motocross accident resulted in a tragedy that would forever change the life of one individual. The diagnosis? A broken neck, leaving Aaron Baker paralyzed with seemingly no hope. Fast forward to the present, and against every odd stacked against him, Aaron isn't just standing, he's traversing across continents and scorching deserts. Welcome, listeners, to the Crackin Backs pod...

Get ready for an episode that will truly shake the foundation of your spirit and inspire your very core. With us today is a man whose story of survival and valor will send shivers down your spine, and at the same time, warm your heart with its testament to human strength and resilience. From the gritty streets to the rigorous battlegrounds, and then to an unexpected and harrowing confrontation at...

Welcome to a very practical episode of the Crackin Backs Podcast with Dr. Amy Athey , where we're pulling back the covers on a subject near and dear to everyone: SLEEP. We spend roughly a third of our lives doing it, yet for many, a good night's sleep remains a mystery. Dr. Athey takes a "real-world approach," shedding light on everything from the significance of 8-hour sleep c...

Join us on "Crackin' Backs" as we traverse the diverse and inspiring journey of D'Andra Simmons - a skincare mogul, master chef, and real-life Dallas housewife. Discover the unseen side of D'Andra's world travels, influenced by her pursuit of anti-aging, and their impact on her unique wellness formulations. Explore the personal and professional peaks and valleys of he...

Join us in the latest episode of Crackin Backs where we take a deep dive into the exciting realms of hyperbaric oxygen medicine and brain health optimization with our esteemed guest, Dr. Scott Sherr. A board-certified internal medicine physician, Dr. Sherr holds an additional certification in hyperbaric oxygen medicine and is a decorated alumnus of UCLA and the University of Maryland Medical Schoo...

Are you ready to discover the hidden powers of ancient grains? Join DeAnna Lozensky , the grain guru from North Dakota, as she dives into the fascinating world of these superfoods. Ancient grains have taken the health industry by storm, offering more vitamins, minerals, and fiber than their common counterparts. But that's not all – they can improve blood sugar, reduce inflammation, and even b...

Baseball has been called America’s pastime. It’s a game that epitomizes summertime in the United States. People in every major city flock to the baseball diamond, eat hot dogs and caramel corn and cheer for their home team. Most of us today take baseball for granted without thinking about how it all started. If you’re a true baseball fan, or sports history fan, well this week’s episode of Crackin...

Join us for an enlightening conversation on the "Crackin Backs" podcast with Mike Marotta, a former Airforce and San Antonio PD officer turned advocate for suicide prevention amongst first responders.  After losing 6 colleagues to suicide in six months, Marotta decided to take his battle against the harrowing culture of silence to a larger stage. Mike opens up about the tough culture and...

Join us for an explosive episode of the Crackin' Backs Podcast as we dive into the mysterious depths of the mind with renowned sports psychologist, Dr. Amy Athey. From cracking the code of athlete motivation to mastering the art of re-focus, Dr. Athey shares game-changing insights that could revolutionize your performance! Tap into the power of flow states and learn to think less while achiev...

Uncover the powerful secret to resilience, self-realization, and self-love in this electrifying episode of "Crackin' Backs" as we journey with Suzette Bravo from her life's darkest chapters to her most transformative peaks. A survivor and shatterer of expectations, Suzette bravely weathered storms of childhood trauma and self-destruction, standing tall to share her story today....

Welcome to this week’s episode of the Crackin' Backs Podcast.. This week we're diving deep into the realm of sports performance and knee pain with Dr. Dale Macdonald! As a go-to doctor for knee pain at Elite Sport Performance in Calgary, Canada, Dr. Macdonald is here to spill his secrets on getting YOU back to your favorite activities, pain-free! Whether you're gearing up for a mara...

In a world overflowing with junk food, where the global population grapples with chronic inflammation and pain, one man stands out with a mission to eradicate this silent epidemic... His weapon of choice? The power of nutrition! This week's Crackin Backs podcast, unravels the hidden side of the food we eat. Today, we’re bringing you the revolutionary, the influential, a man who has been battl...

As we honor Mental Health Awareness Month, Tanya uncovers the pervasive mental roadblocks that plague both the young and seasoned business professionals of our time. Is Tanya a business coach or a lifestyle coach? She delves into this intriguing question, illuminating her unique approach to guiding individuals to success. As we navigate through the stormy seas of life, Tanya also tackles the urgen...

Welcome to a brand-new episode of the crackin backs podcast. Today we address, hip, knee and foot pain with our trailblazing guest, Dr. Christine Foss. The epitome of dedication and inspiration, Dr. Foss holds several influential degrees: She’s a medical doctor, a Chiropractor, has her Masters in Sports Medicine, and is a Certified Athletic Trainer. As well as, a Diplomate of the American Chiropra...

Welcome to this week’s show, where we're thrilled to have an exceptional guest, Dr. Dale Buchberger.  With his unparalleled expertise, Dr. Buchberger brings a wealth of knowledge from his diverse educational background in chiropractic, physical therapy, and strength and conditioning. As a former associate professor at New York Chiropractic College and chiropractic consultant for the New York...

We welcome back the brilliant Dr. Sandra Kaufmann .  In this second episode, we delve into Dr. Kaufmann's newest book, 'Aging Solutions', exploring the increasing societal awareness of mortality and the proactive measures people are taking to combat aging. Drawing from Dr. Sandra Kaufmann's vast knowledge, we focus on understanding and optimizing the four crucial organ systems:...

Dive into the phenomenal story of Justin, a combat vet who overcame life's most significant obstacles and found healing through managed psychedelics, in "From Darkness to Light," a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Dr. Spencer Baron and Dr. Terry Weyman.   With our signature enthusiasm and inquisitive nature, you'll embark on a powerful journey of survival, resilience, and redem...

Today we sit down and talk fitness, setting goals and nutrition on this episode of Crackin Backs.   We welcome to the show, Extreme Triathlete, fitness trainer, Jason “Verbie” Verbracken Verbie was just your average, middle-aged guy living a comfortable life as a proud father, devoted husband, and successful salesman. But all that changed when his buddy challenged him to do the unthinkable - compl...

Join us as we talk to Chris Klinke, a successful business executive turned Mountaineer, as he shares his journey from the corporate world to the great HIGH outdoors. In this podcast, Chris discusses the challenges and triumphs of conquering some of the world's most challenging peaks. We delve into the mental and physical preparation required for High Altitude climbing, as well as the leadersh...

Jon has had quite the journey in life. Homeless, living on the streets of New Mexico. Jon would meet some monks that would eventually save his life and set forth a cascade of deep inter learning that would forever change his life. He has learned how to navigate life in a quiet, yet powerful manner and considers himself a student of life more than of academia. Sit back and listen as we talk to the...

Today we talked about something everyone can relate to, Fear and Perseverance. Kelly Shores is from Fredericksburg, Virginia where she is an endurance athlete, CrossFit Kids coach, bonus mom and in 2023 was the only woman to finish the Spartan Winter Death Race. What made her do it, how did she train for it and how did she mentally and physically complete it? Answers to these questions and more on...

T oday we brought back Dr. Kathy Dooley to talk about something everyone can relate to, Low back pain and Sciatica. But do we really understand it? Dr. Dooley will take us on a deep dive of Anatomy and explain away a few myths and common overly used terms, such as piriformis syndrome. Sit back and let's have some fun with this amazing Doctor (who is a professor at 4 medical schools) on this e...

You’re a soldier on enemy lines in a war that your weapon of choice is … a camera!  What now?  " I've captured everything from the hunt for Osama Bin Laden to the playful nature of our young military who are defending our freedom, and the plight of humans in search of food after the Haiti earthquake disaster ” says our podcast guest, Jeremy Lock. Jeremy is a professional photographer who...

Ted Stern started his fitness journey at the age of 18, but would not take it seriously until years later. After going through hard times and an abusive household, Ted was inspired by the police officers that would frequent his house and evenutally enrolled into the Sheriff academy and served 11 years on the force. After witnesseing an increase in obesity and mental health decline, he found a new...