The Price for Paradise

What happens when your race plan falls apart… and you still find a way to podium? In this episode of The Price for Paradise Podcast, Woody sits down with Hannah Howerter after the Vortex Ultra Marathon in Sedona, where Hannah accidentally ran about 5 extra miles, finished around 39 miles total, and still fought her way back onto the podium. Hannah shares the full story of getting lost mid-race, sp...

In this episode of The Price for Paradise Podcast, Kira shares her incredible journey from running her first mile to completing a 50-mile ultramarathon. We dive into: Running 50 miles after only months of training Ultra marathon mindset & mental toughness Faith, adversity, pain, and finding purpose in endurance sports The importance of community, pacers, and support systems Nutrition mistakes, hyd...

What does it take to run 100… 200… even 240 miles? In this episode of the Price for Paradise Podcast, Woody sits down with Deb Hamberlin, an ultramarathon coach and athlete with over 160+ marathon and ultra finishes—including some of the toughest endurance races in the world. From starting her first race at 30 years old… to competing in 200+ mile events in her late 50s… Deb proves that it’s never...

What does it really mean to stay fit for life? In this episode of the Price for Paradise Podcast, Woody sits down with longtime mentor and athlete Larry Bernstein (66) to talk about aging, discipline, and why you don’t have to settle for the “granddad bod.” From Bike races to mountain biking, epic hikes, and lifelong training—this conversation breaks down what it takes to keep pushing, competing,...

In this episode of The Price for Paradise, Woody sits down with firefighter and endurance athlete Cole Bernstein to talk about what it really takes to push your limits—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Cole shares his journey from wrestling to triathlons, how he accidentally got into endurance racing, and why he decided to go all-in on an Ironman. They dive into the realities of firefighting,...

What does it take to run 350+ miles across Arizona? In this episode of Price for Paradise, we sit down with Bridger Deaton, founder of Lean & Lethal, to break down the mindset, training, and purpose behind one of the most extreme endurance challenges you’ll ever hear. This isn’t just about running—it’s about mental toughness, discipline, and purpose. Bridger is taking on a 7-day run across Arizona...

This week on The Price for Paradise Podcast, we sit down with Pastor Des Wadsworth of Grace Community Church for a deep conversation about faith, belief systems, and the deeper meaning behind living a life of purpose. Des shares his powerful personal story and discusses what led him into ministry. We talk about non-denominational Christianity, the differences between various Christian traditions,...

We brought back Isaiah Campbell for another mound visit on the podcast — and this time, there’s even more to talk about. Isaiah is heading into the 2026 season with the Arizona Diamondbacks organization, bringing a fresh perspective, confidence, and a fearless mindset. In this episode, Isaiah opens up about what it’s like entering a new chapter in his career, how his faith has grown deeper, and ho...

Guest: Hannah Howerter – Ultra Endurance Athlete This week on The Price for Paradise, I brought on my good friend Hannah Howerter — ultra endurance athlete, competitor, and someone who truly embraces the grind. We dive into race stories from: 🏔 The McDowell Mountain Frenzy 50K (with Fiji out there too) 🏃‍♀️ Her intense 50-mile race experience 🔥 The mindset shifts required for long-distance racin...

Dr. Theresa Ramsey – Revitalize Functional Medicine, Author of Hormones 101 This week on The Price for Paradise, I’m excited to welcome back Dr. Theresa Ramsey — our first-ever returning guest on the show! A true trailblazer in functional medicine and hormone therapy, Dr. Ramsey returns to share insights from her newly released book Hormones 101 — a powerful, approachable guide for both patients a...

This week on The Price for Paradise Podcast, I’m joined by my boxing coach Isaiah Lopez — a registered nurse, coach, and man of faith. We talk about boxing as a skill, not just a workout. Isaiah breaks down how learning to box builds confidence, discipline, awareness, and mental toughness that carries far beyond the gym. We also dive into his career as a nurse, how he blends healthcare and combat...

This week on The Price for Paradise Podcast, I sat down with David Hamrick, a Navy veteran, mountaineer, endurance athlete, and someone who’s taken a very unconventional path through life. Our conversation touches on a wide range of experiences that have shaped David’s perspective: time spent in the Navy, including two attempts at SEAL BUD/S where he reached Hell Week both times; working in the en...

This week on The Price for Paradise Podcast, I brought back my race buddy Imran “Fiji” Kahn for another conversation — and this time we got it on video. We break down our experience racing the Mogollon Monster 42K, and also talk about how we prepared for the McDowell Mountain Frenzy 50K, which we recorded before I released that race recap episode. It’s a real look at endurance training, race strat...

This week on the Price for Paradise Podcast, we’re back with Dr. Chad Cherington, MD from Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers for Part 2 of The Cancer Answers. This time, we dive into the results of our high-protein month experiment and the case study that followed. Together, we analyze how increased protein intake affected body composition, energy levels, and metabolic markers—especially in the co...

This week on The Price for Paradise Podcast, I sit down with TJ — co-owner of Legendary Sports Performance and coach at Legacy Performance Training here in Scottsdale. This is another trainer talks episode where we dig into the details behind real athletic development. TJ breaks down what athletes should be focusing on to level up their game — from training structure, programming principles, and s...

This week on The Price for Paradise Podcast, I brought back Dr. Jon Porman — Dr. P — for another episode, and this time we finally got him on video. Dr. P is a mind-body holistic chiropractor with a unique approach to healing and performance, and I always enjoy our conversations. He has a way of explaining things that makes you slow down, reflect, and look at health from a wider perspective. In th...

This week on The Price for Paradise Podcast, I’m joined once again by my good friend Jason Strayhand — pro bodybuilder, new father, and a true leader in our community. Jason’s living a season of change — moving into a new home, preparing for a competition this weekend, and stepping into fatherhood after an incredible IVF journey. In this episode, we talk about: The story of his son’s birth and tru...

This week on The Price for Paradise Podcast, I sat down with Grok, the AI developed by xAI, to test its knowledge, explore how artificial intelligence understands fitness, performance, and human behavior, and see how it compares to my previous conversation with ChatGPT. We dig into everything from training principles and recovery optimization to the philosophy of human potential and how AI could s...

This week on The Price for Paradise Podcast, I’m joined by a returning guest and close friend — a nurse supervisor and proud father to a daughter. We dive into conversations about fatherhood, health, and the balancing act of leading in the hospital while raising a family. He shares insights from his role as a nurse supervisor, the lessons he’s learned about health through the lens of both work and...

This week on The Price for Paradise Podcast, I sat down with… ChatGPT! This episode is the first in a new series of AI conversations I’ll be dropping over the next few weeks and months. We dive into a variety of topics in artificial intelligence—what it is, where it’s headed, and how you as a listener (and client) can start using it today to your advantage. This was such a fun and eye-opening conv...

Aloha, and welcome back to another episode of The Price for Paradise! This week, we’re thrilled to welcome back TJ Houchin — a seasoned, performance-based trainer known for his work with field, sprint, jump athletes, MMA Fighters and everyday athletes that still want a spring in their step. TJ is the founder of Legacy Performance Training and recently took a big leap by buying into a gym called Le...

This week on The Price for Paradise, we welcome back Cynthia Tapia for a powerful and heartfelt conversation on mental health and how a consistent fitness routine and healthy lifestyle can be a grounding force during life’s toughest moments. Cynthia opens up about personal challenges and family trauma with incredible vulnerability and strength. Her willingness to share her story is a reminder that...

This week on The Price for Paradise, I brought in one of my personal training clients — and good friend — Kyle, to share what it’s like to be a pilot! ✈️ We dive into: • What it takes to become a pilot • The day-to-day lifestyle and challenges of flying • How we’ve optimized his training around that lifestyle Kyle’s made huge progress in the gym this past year, and it’s been awesome watching him g...

This week on The Price for Paradise, Austin Pitchford from Spooner PT returns to the show! We get into the nitty gritty of injury prevention—covering the most common issues he sees in the clinic, golf-specific injuries, and how to rehab smarter. Austin also shares what most athletes overlook when it comes to long-term performance and staying pain-free.

In this episode, we dive deep with Dr. Chad Cherington, MD, to explore how lifestyle changes—like nutrition and environmental habits—can reduce cancer risk and support survivorship, alongside conventional treatments and clinical trials. Dr. Cherington shares how Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers’ integrative clinic model blends the latest research with holistic support, bringing together chemothe...