The Hard Way With Joe De Sena

Dr. Amy Shah Dr. Shah graduated Magna Cum Laude from Cornell University's world renowned school of nutrition. She helps busy people transform their health using cutting-edge nutritional and medical science. Her proven techniques to heal inflammation utilize the power of the microbiome to help digestion, obtain natural hormone balance and heal food sensitivities. She is a well-known expert on inter...

Paul Chek is a world-renowned expert in the fields of corrective and high-performance exercise kinesiology, stress management and holistic wellness. In a world of biohacking and shortcuts to achieve health Paul breaks down what it truly takes to achieve optimal health. Please like and subscribe!   You can follow Paul here: https://www.instagram.com/paul.chek/?hl=en

On this episode renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Vonda Wright shares what she does to help athletes unlock peak performance.

Jack Jarvis, a soldier from Hamble, Hampshire, spent 111 days at sea becoming the first solo rower to have rowed from mainland Europe to North America. Joe sits down to interview how the soldier rowed 4,500 nautical miles (8,334km) from Portugal to South Florida.

MICHAEL CHERNOW IS THE FOUNDER OF SEAMORE'S, CO-FOUNDER OF THE MEATBALL SHOP, CO-FOUNDER OF WELLWELL AND NOW THE FOUNDER OF KREATURES OF HABIT. BEFORE DOMINATING THE NYC RESTAURANT SCENE MICHAEL STRUGGLED WITH ALCOHOL AND DRUGS. BY REPLACING HIS BAD HABITS WITH LIFE CHANGING ONE'S HE WAS ABLE TO TURN HIS LIFE AROUND THROUGH HEALTH, FITNESS, AND MINDSET.   Follow Michael here: https://www.instagram...

RJ Singh is on a mission to achieve ultra-performance in all areas of life. His mastery of ultra-habits helped him turn his life around and now he hopes to inspire others to do the same. Through commitment and absolute dedication to the evolution of the mind, body, and spirit, people can prosper in all areas of their lives. To achieve this, we require intention, discipline, and solid habits.   Can...

Ryan Serhant is a real estate broker, CEO, and founder of SERHANT. He's also a bestselling author, producer, and star of Bravo's Million Dollar Listing New York and Sell It Like Serhant. In this interview he reveals what the real estate market is doing in 2023 and his overall recommended investing philosophy when it comes to real estate. He also talks about his tips for success.

Jen Cohen is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, brand strategist, international speaker, podcaster and educator with a specific focus on building healthy habits and inspiring people to achieve their biggest dreams through boldness.   Her new book Bigger, Better Bolder aims to help people achieve the life they want by being bold.   Grab a copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Bigger-Better-Bolder-Li...

Bill Eckstrom helps executive leaders, front-line managers, athletic coaches, teachers learn how to master coaching in order to enhance performance and growth.   After his TEDx Talk became the most viral talk in the history of that event, it became clear that the world was eager to understand growth and performance through Bill's eyes.   Bill and Joe talk about the world of coaching and what it ta...

Do you feel like you have fewer friends than you used to? You're not alone. People all over the globe are reporting having smaller social circles and feeling more isolated. In this episode of "Spartan Up," host Joe De Sena talks with Dr. Marisa G Franco, author of "Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make—and Keep—Friends,"  about the loneliness epidemic and the importance of frie...

We all know that self-control is important, but few of us know how to actually develop it. Joe De Sena, founder & CEO of Spartan, asks Professor Roy Baumeister, an expert in the field of self-control, how to build this essential muscle. Self-control or willpower - is about habit-forming and setting yourself up for success. Professor Baumeister's advice is simple but effective: start small, set goa...

Native American author, speaker, and veteran DJ Vanas is the author of "The Warrior Within," a book about the importance of service, discipline, and courage. Joe De Sena, founder & CEO of Spartan Race, asked DJ Vanas what he believes makes a great Warrior. "Someone who leads by example, and at the end of the day, somebody who has dedicated their life to service, to their tribe, to their people. It...

If you're constantly feeding yourself negativity, fear, and anxiety, then that pathway gets locked on. It's like the railroad switch gets rusted and gets stuck on. Mark Divine, retired Navy SEAL and founder of the SEALFIT and Unbeatable Mind, talks with Joe De Sena, founder and CEO of Spartan,  about the importance of maintaining discipline in your daily routine, even when external factors make it...

Bedros Keuilian is a serial entrepreneur and business coach who is best known for his work in the fitness industry. He came to the United States as a young child, escaping the Soviet Union, and has since built a successful career by following his passions and serving others. He is the founder of Fit Body Boot Camp, a global franchise with over 700 locations, and he is the author of the book "Man U...

Does exercise really help your mood? John J. Ratey, MD is a Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and author of "SPARK: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain." Spartan Race founder and CEO Joe De Sena invited him on Spartan Up podcast to ask. "There's nothing in life that you can't walk off."  In this episode, you will hear: How exercise can be used to treat depressio...

When the US abruptly left Afghanistan a group of veterans took matters into their own hands to rescue their Afghan allies and partners.   "What does a promise mean to you? And how far would you go to honor it?"   Lt. Col. Scott Mann (ret) is a veteran and author of the New York Times bestseller "Operation Pineapple Express." He is the founder of The Hero's Journey, a nonprofit that helps veterans...

Do you want to get optimal performance? You've probably been told to eat healthy and exercise, but if you're not seeing the results you want, then this episode is for you. In this episode you will learn: 1. How do we define 'processed food'? 2. What is the best diet for performance? 3. What are the different diets for different sports and activities? Here's a breakdown of what is covered: [00:02:2...

As an infant boat refugee he nearly died of dysentery, Kien Vuu arrived in the U.S. with his parents with no money. Overcoming poverty and racism, he became a "successful" physician. Vuu's new book "Thrive State" is a blueprint for optimal health, longevity and peak performance.   He speaks with Joe De Sena, founder and CEO of Spartan Race, about the 7 things you can do to influence the expression...

Colin O'brady is a 10-time world record breaking explorer. He was the first person to cross Antarctica solo, unsupported and fully-human powered, and has rowed a boat across the treacherous Drake Passage. He's found a way that ANY person can change their life in just 12 hours.  He and Joe de Sena , founder and CEO of Spartan, talk about it on this episode of the Spartan Up podcast.   LINKS: More a...

Big things take time. That's Alex Hormozi's number one business tip. Little did he know that was 100% in alignment with Joe De Sena's philosophy.  By the age of 32, Alex Hormozi and his wife Leila's portfolio of companies surpassed $85M in annual revenue spanning, Joe De Sena (founder & CEO of Spartan) invited him on Spartan Up podcast to learn more. Listen to hear how this growth & monetization e...

Anxiety is pervasive, but not all anxiety is bad.  That's what Tracy Dennis-Tiwary, Ph. D. has determined after 20 years of research.  Anxiety is not an illness to be avoided. Anxiety is an emotion that can serve us. That's why all the medications and self help books continue to fail us. (quick note - anxiety disorders are real, but anxiety is not the same thing as an anxiety disorder.)   LINKS: R...

Craig James is a friend of Joe De Sena (founder and CEO of Spartan Race), and they are talking about what almost everyones talking about - remote work vs in person work.  You probably know Joe's take, but what do the studies say? What do professionals in the business of work spaces say?   Craig is the founder of DWELLoptimal. The idea is that extended stay business travelers need to be productive...

Is it worth it to build your own business? Joe De Sena, CEO and Founder of Spartan Race, asks Brian Scudamore, CEO & Founder of 1-800-GOT-JUNK.  Then they talk about Scudamore's new book "BYOB - Build Your Own Business." LINKS: BYOB Build Your Own Business, Be Your Own Boss https://amzn.to/3axWISr   Spartan Up podcast is brought to you by Wild Health www.wildhealth.com Wondering which diet is righ...

Mindset matters.  Actions matter. Tactics matter. The power of "one more" is as effective as it is simple. In this conversations withJoe De Sena, Spartan Race founder and CEO, Ed Mylett explains the origins of his ideas that combine thoughts and actions to unlock massive change. How his father tried one more time to get sober, how he took one more breath, how he wished he could have one more day w...

To be successful Austin Speck, CEO of Titan Brands, uses a formula that balances 4 areas - Intellect Quotient, Physical Quotient, Emotional Quotient and Spiritual Quotient.   He and Joe De Sena, Spartan founder and CEO, talk about how they manage each in their personal and business lives.   LINKS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austinspeck https://www.titan.fitness/ This episode of Spartan Up is brou...