The Rest and Recovery Podcast

Episode 140 In this episode, I speak with Armin Elezovic Co-Founder of PRAVI Nutrition based in Maine. We cover a variety of topics on why he and his partner started the company, how the steady growth of a unique product (at least unique to the USA) is not only healthy, but arguably better for you.   Topics Discussed: Why Goat Protein Benefits of Goat Protein Gut Health Benefits Highly Digestable ...

Episode 139   Lex Robinson | Grit to Recover, Beyond Limits & Men’s Health   In this episode, I speak with Lex Robinson an executive leader, visionary and is a recognized peak performance coach, igniting the fire within individuals to unlock their true potential. Through a tailored and empathetic approach, he has helped clients conquer obstacles, enhance productivity, and achieve outstanding r...

Episode 138   Awais Spall | Peptides, Gut Health & Honor Traditions with a Modern Twist   In this episode, I speak with Awais Spall FDN-P is a Functional Medicine practitioner based out of Venice, CA. Prior to becoming a health practitioner, Awais worked as a formulation chemist consulting various companies in the development of functional foods. As a product formulator, Awais combined his kno...

In this episode, I speak with Brandon Mancine. Brandon is a 20+ year Personal Trainer/Coach. He served in the US Marine Corps, working in Special Operations with FAST Co. Brandon has an amazing comeback story; after being pinned between 2 trucks & being told he days of health & fitness were behind him, he rehabbed so quickly he earned him the nickname “Wolverine” from his Physical Therapis...

Episode 136   Dr. Allan Bacon | Fitness Methods, Nutritional Dogma & Coaching is Emotional   In this episode I speak with Allan Bacon, who holds a Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland.  He is a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine, a certified nutritionist, a certified coach for USA Powerlifting, a certified bodybuilding and physique...

Ep 135 In this episode, I speak Renata Nehme. Renata is a Registered Dental Hygienist and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist in Savannah, Georgia. She owns Myo Moves, a practice focusing on treating myofunctional disorders in children and adults. She founded Airway Circle with the intention of gathering all health professionals who share the same passion for giving back to the world by sharing thei...

Episode 134 In this episode, I speak with Trevor Wittwer Co-Founder of Coach Catalyst, a fitness coach, multi-site gym owner and software start-up Founder. We dig into the evolution of being a fitness professional to a Founder of a Tech Start-Up, Why Coaches are a Must have for ALL, the benefits of using tools to ehnace volume of clients and maintain high touch and engagement among other topics li...

Episode 133   Helene Rutledge | Improve Surgery Outcomes, Blended Approach & Longevity   In this episode, I speak with Helene Rutledge career of experience in the Healthcare industry to her current role as President and Co-Founder of mend Labs, the Healing Company that is revolutionizing healthcare through Nutripharma-Powered Digital Wellness.   Topics Discussed: Clinical Grade Supplements Imp...

Episode 132 FREE SPECIAL EVENT: APRIL 11-17TH Environmental Toxicants, Autoimmunity, and Chronic Diseases Summit https://drtalks.com/environmental-toxicants-summit/?uid=253&oid=40&ref=3159 In this episode, I speak with  Wendie Trubow, MD, MBA , IFM certified practitioner, is passionate about helping women optimize their health and lives as a functional medicine gynecologist. Through her st...

Episode 131 In this episode, I speak with Jeffrey Gross, M.D. turned down M.I.T. to study biochemistry and molecular cell biology at U.C. Berkeley. His research and medical journal publications have been cited over 950 times. After studying the complexities of the nervous system, and treating patients as neurosurgeon, he has returned to his roots in cellular science by updating his training in reg...

Episode 130 In this episode, I speak with Thomas is a seasoned sleep medicine professional of 13+ years, certified health coach and sleep performance coach.  He currently serves as CEO/founder of Circadian Health Systems; DBA (Doing Business As) Circadian Health and Performance, where he provides targeted education and experience based sleep coaching programs to individuals to help them optimize a...

Episode 128 In this episode, I speak with Justin Frandson is a renowned athleticism performance coach, author, and speaker, he has dedicated himself to empowering athletes through natural and holistic methods. He is the founder of Athleticism.com and EMFRocks.com and the author of "Athleticism: Whole Body + Whole Brain + Performance." He is known for his work on the impact of environmental fa...

Eopsideo 128 Thanks to our sponsors for there support: BiOptimizers Code REST Fitt Insider In this episode, I speak with Frank Llosa founder of KetoneAid and Hard Ketones (Alcohol Alternative) and we discuss his journey to found the company, dig into what a Ketone is and how it supports the body better with energy than others sources. How and why he avoid stimulants and the development of a health...

*FREE Your Best Sleep Blueprint Course Available NOW   https://bestsleepblueprint.com Episode 127 In this episode, I speak with Elias Arjan Health & Wellness Executive, Speaker, EMCEE and Citizen Scientist and we cover everything from the current inflection point that the overall health and wellness vertical is running into with the merge of health, wellness, fitness and more blurring lin...

*FREE Your Best Sleep Blueprint Course Available NOW   https://bestsleepblueprint.com Episode 126 In this episode, I speak with Neil Cannon is the Founder of Vitality Secret and Author of the bestselling book The Vitality Secret. He has been living a semi-nomadic lifestyle, working around the world where kitesurfing is possible, including Los Angeles, Bali, Brazil and now Southern Baja, Mexic...

Episode 125 Rick Olderman | Pain Free is Possible, Chronic Back Pain & Live Free In this episode, I speak with Rick Olderman Rick Olderman is a sports and orthopedic physical therapist with more than 25 years’ experience that specializes in helping people with chronic pain experience a pain-free life. Rick has written the popular  Fixing You®  series of books -- found on Amazon.com -...

*FREE Your Best Sleep Blueprint Course Available NOW   https://bestsleepblueprint.com Episode 124 In this episode, I speak with Dylan Bain is a financial coach who specializes in helping others rewrite their money stories. Dylan began his own financial journey when he left his job as math teacher to pursue a career in accounting while supporting his wife through grad school and raising two da...

Episode 123 In this episode I speak with Daniel Ebbett is the Founder and CEO of premier global brand for blue and artificial light-blocking products. He promotes and educates the science behind modern phenomena such as digital eye strain and poor sleep, and the connection these have with screen overuse. Through his innovative product range, he champions eye health, sleep quality, and well-being....

Episode 122 In this episode, I speak with Dr. Mindy Pelz , D.C. is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, nutrition and functional health expert who has spent over two decades helping thousands of people successfully reclaim their health. She is a recognized leader in the alternative health field and a pioneer in the fasting movement, teaching the principles of a fasting lifestyle, diet variation,...

Episode 121 In this episode, I speak with Paul Lunter the Founder and CEO of HydroMassage, a Clearwater-based company, and a native of Chicago, IL.  After starting HydroMassage in 1989, Paul has actively led the company through 20+ generations of product development, two private equity rounds, and partnerships with many of the largest fitness club operators globally. Topics Discussed: Benefit...

Episode 120 In this episode, I speak with Chandler Scott Owner and Coach of Excel Endurance Chandler is an endurance coach and physiotherapist from Fredericton, NB. He is a full-time orthopedic physiotherapist with a personal focus on endurance athlete rehab, offers online coaching program called Excel Endurance where he focuses on coaching in a way that is sustainable, healthy and science-based....

Episode 119 In this episode, I speak with Joseph Guzman, former professional baseball player now sport agent with Empowerment Sports Group. He has over 6 years’ experience as adviser, mentor, and talent recruiter. His coaching positions include work with the Kansas City Royals organization at their Dominican Academy giving instruction, as well as mentoring their recently signed Latin American pros...

Episode 118 In this episode, I speak with Geoff Rose, founder of REP Athletics in NY where he focused o structural and neurological patterning by respecting the nervous and musculoskeletal system as integrated parts: a soma approach. Geoff and his team empower weekend warriors with restorative technique’s such as self-myofascial release, myofascial stretching and rehab exercises to not only reliev...

Episode 117 In this episode, I speak with Mohit Kumar the founder and CEO of Ultrahuman. Prior to this, in 2015, he founded Runnr, a hyperlocal logistics platform. Runnr merged with Zomato in 2017 with Mohit transitioning to lead the Global delivery business at Zomato. There, he built one of the largest delivery fleets in the world with ~ 300k+ delivery executives in 1000 citie...

Episode 116 In this episode, I speak with Brian McMahon. Brian is the Chief Strategy Officer for deltaG Ketones. Brian started with deltaG while finishing his MBA at Wharton Business School and before that was on a trading desk for a major Wall Street bank. He now leads the organization as Chief Strategy Officers advancing the growth and development of deltaG Topics Discussed: Discovering the...