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#98: On today’s episode we are joined by the founder of ENERGYBits, Catharine Arnston. Catharine started ENERGYbits after her sister was diagnosed with breast cancer and advised by an oncologist that an alkaline diet would help her heal. Catharine took action to help her sister research alkaline foods and in the process discovered algae. Through her work over the years, Catharine has become one of the world's leading experts on algae.

#97: On today’s episode we are joined by Sean Swarner. Sean is the first cancer survivor to climb Mount Everest. He has climbed to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro over 20 times bringing along other survivors for charity. Having already beaten two terminal cancers, Sean accomplishes these great feats with one lung. He attributes his success to finding the right purpose behind everything you do.

#96: On today’s episode we are joined by Sorina Fredholm, Co-Founder of 121 Tribe, Wellness Entrepreneur, Health Coach and Yoga Teacher.

121tribe.com gives you access to unique people that are passionate health advocates, influencers, athletes, bloggers and incredible wellness warriors who have collectively inspired millions of people to transform their lifestyle. 

#95: On today’s episode we are joined by athlete engineer, Kofi Hughes of Kofi Hughes Training. Kofi Hughes is an ordained minister, abstract expressionist, high school football coach, trainer and co-owner of "The Factory", an athletic training facility in Naperville, IL. 

Kofi played 4 years of Big10 football at Indiana University and spent time in the NFL with the Texans, Redskins, and Bears as a wide receiver (WR).

#94: On today’s episode we are joined by high performer, Brian Mazza. Brian Mazza is an entrepreneur based out of New York. With over 15 years of Hospitality and Fashion experience, he has co-created some of NYC’s strongest brands. HPLT, Brian’s latest venture, specializes in providing experiences focusing on bringing out the best in every individual. 

#93: The Live Better Podcast is back with a new look! On today’s episode we are joined by Erica Marie. Erica is a personal trainer and nutritionist in Chicago, Illinois. With over 10 years of experience, she works with professional athletes, student athletes, and client’s in efforts to provide necessary means and knowledge to exceed their respective personal wellness and performance goals. 

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Live Better is the experiential health brand that reaches thousands of women and men trying to live their best lives by sharing health, wellness, business, & lifestyle tips. 

Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Dr. Michael Tal Risher, a Sports Performance doctor in Chicago that specializes in rehabilitation and soft tissue techniques. He works primarily with NFL athletes and has been traveling around the country to help players rehab from injury this season. Some of his most notable work athletes like David Montogomery, Demetrius Harris, Joe Mixon and Josh Norman have been mentioned in the Daily Herald as well as NBC Sports.

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. Identifying a muscle or joint injury and the different ways that it can affect recovery and performance
2. Learning to train various parts of your body to increase performance, and recognizing if there is a need to train underused areas
3. Why certain muscles must work harder than others, and using that information to help increase performance 

Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Michael about the process he goes through when evaluating his patients, and the different types of injuries he works with. Learn more about the holistic way that Dr. Michael treats his patients through a variety of expertise in chiropractic, personal training, and physical therapy. 

Connect With Michael Online:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.michael.tal.risher/
• Email Michael: rehablabchicago@gmail.com
• Learn more about the Rehab Lab: https://www.rehablabchicago.com/

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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Nick Pags. Nick is a motivational speaker and thought leader, mindset and emotional intelligence coach, consultant, personal trainer at the exclusive Performix House in NYC, Founding Theragun Master Trainer, and a lululemon Ambassador. Nick’s online mindset coaching business has serviced groups and individuals all over the world, having coached hundreds of entrepreneurs in building successful businesses over the last 2 years. 

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. Connecting with your purpose, and combining your passions with your career so that you can fulfill your greatest potential
2. The process of checking in with yourself and finding what drives the purpose behind what you are doing so that it is in alignment with your values 
3. Conditioning yourself to make your own decisions, and living purposefully through the actions you take every day

Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Nick about his experience in pivoting into mindset coaching and the process he went through to follow his passions. Nick believes you must be present each and every day so that you can pursue what fills you with happiness and fulfillment. Learn more about his coaching process and journey by listening to this episode! 

Connect With Nick Online:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickpagsfit/
• Email Nick: nickpagsfit@gmail.com

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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Keith Rabois, investor and entrepreneur. Keith is a general partner at Founders Fund. Throughout his venture career he has led investments in DoorDash, Affirm, Forward Health, Faire, Thoughtspot, and Stripe. He also founded Opendoor, which transforms the process of buying and selling a home.

Keith has a unique and unparalleled track record as an entrepreneur, executive and investor. Over the last decade, he has forged several of the most important new social and commerce platforms. Keith began his career in the industry as a senior executive at PayPal and subsequently served in influential roles at LinkedIn and as chief operating officer of Square.

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. Investing in high growth startups, and what qualities to look for in an early stage company
2. Filtering your time so that you can divide it in a way that prioritizes what is important to you 
3. What goes into scaling a company, and strategies to creating a successful outcome through gaining a competitive advantage within the startup industry

Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Keith about his journey in becoming a venture capitalist, helping start many high growth startups and the top strategies he uses to transform industries.

Connect With Keith Online:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/rabois?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret is here this week with Patrick Mckeown, world-renowned and best-selling author of “The Oxygen Advantage” and breathing practitioner. Patrick’s mission is to empower people to take control of their own health, well-being and fitness using simple breathing exercises proven to improve body oxygenation.

From a young age, Patrick suffered from asthma and relied on an array of medicines and inhalers. After 20 years of suffering, Patrick was able to cure himself from asthma by applying the principles of the Buteyko Breathing Method from the Buteyko Clinic, Moscow, Russia. 

In a career spanning 15 years, Patrick has since also become a bestselling author and expert on the topic of optimal breathing for improved health, well being and fitness.

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. Calculating your bolt score to see how functional your breathing is, and how that can translate to breathing during exercise
2. Exercises to improve your breathing for increased performance and decreased inflammation through the nose
3. The benefits of nasal breathing in order to strengthen the muscles that help you breathe, and reduce breathlessness during physical exercise

Listen in as Bret discusses with Patrick about the different types of breathing and ways to identify how you can improve your breathing patterns. This can ultimately help with recovery and the strength of your lungs. 

Connect With Patrick Online:

• Website: https://oxygenadvantage.com/patrick-mckeown-m-a-tcd/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buteykoclinic/?hl=en

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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Brian Johnson also known as BJ the Dreamer. Brian Johnson is an Amazon Best Selling Author, motivational speaker, and inspirational life coach. He has been a part of several Emmy winning television shows, as well as hosting his own show, The Daily Inspiration. Brian is on a mission to utilize his platform to inspire the world. 

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. Creating the foundation and mindset to go out and accomplish your dreams, despite any setbacks that may arise
2. Taking risks in order to purposefully put yourself in a place of self-growth and continued learning
3. Finding who you truly are so that you can align your goals with what will fill you up with the most happiness 

Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Brian about his mission to uplift and motivate others to go out and achieve their dreams, as well as his journey in finding himself and taking risks to achieve his goals.

Connect With Brian Online:

• Website: http://liveyourdreamsoutloud.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjthedreamer/?hl=en
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BJTheDreamer
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/BJTheDreamer

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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret is here this week with Erinne Brown. Erinne is a Chicago-based Well-Being Coach who started her healing journey in an intense management consulting career, in which she experienced unprecedented stress, fatigue, and poor physical health. The overachiever in her decided to channel her energy into nourishing herself unconditionally, and earned health and life coaching certifications so that she could help other high achieving women do the same. Through her one-on-one and group coaching programs, she helps her clients design a lifestyle of abundant well-being without sacrificing the parts of their lives that matter most. 

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. Daily practices that can help create a space to gain clarity, and be more in-tune with yourself
2. Recognizing the signs of being burnt out and ways to make changes towards living the life you want to live
3. Aligning yourself with your values so that you can fill the space with things that bring you energy and joy

Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Erinne about her personal experiences with being burnt out, and ways she guides her clients to find more balance and fulfillment in their lives. 

Connect With Erinne Online:

• Website: https://www.livewellwitherinne.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livewellwitherinne/
• Erin’s Live Well by Design Coaching Program: https://www.livewellwitherinne.com/lwbd

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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Tieko Nejon, an educator and corporate trainer who focuses on the advancement of human behavior and the dynamics within social constructs. Despite her upbringing and growing up in a neighborhood with gun-violence, drugs, addicts and single family homes (she speaks to this during the episode), Tieko created her own path to entrepreneurship, rewriting her story. Tieko’s work has spanned a broad spectrum of industries, from designing curriculum for a medical school to detailing cultural strategy for big-box beauty brands. Her mission is simple – “Build better people”. Tieko partners with corporate teams, executive leaders, and management to push people toward excellence.

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. Understanding where you came from and how it makes you unique 
2. Learning how to gravitate or deviate from what you currently know 
3. Creating a better life for yourselves and others through better communication

Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Tieko how she deviated from her dysfunctional norm, found the core of emotional intelligence, and leads a life of helping others live better. 

Connect With Tieko Online:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiekonejon/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiekonejon/
• Company Website: https://www.tiekonejon.com  

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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Darin Olien! Darin Olien is co-host with Zac Efron on the widely popular Netflix docu-series called “Down to Earth with Zac Efron” and host of the #1 Health & Wellness podcast "The Darin Olien Show." Darin is also a highly recognized exotic superfoods hunter, supplement formulator, and author of the New York Times bestselling book, “SuperLife: The five fixes that will keep you healthy, fit and eternally awesome." He has traveled the planet discovering new and underutilized exotic foods and medicinal plants. In early 2020 Darin launched 121 Tribe, a health APP created to help people live an optimal and sustainable life.

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. Healthful Living: Replenishing your body with sleep, fuel (plants!), water, everyday mindful practice and movement
2. Being an advocate for a greater vision of yourself through sustainability and eliminating exposure through industrialized toxins
3. Taking on the responsibility of your life through introspection, mindful action and the use of power rather than the force of victimization

Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Darin how he first connected with Zac Efron in the beginning stages of Down to Earth, his own personal journey of healthful living and how the death of all of his belongings from a forest fire ignited a light inside of him to deepen his commitment of a better way of live moving forward.

Connect With Darin Online:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_darinolien/?hl=en
• Darin’s Website: https://darinolien.com/
• Contact Darin: info@darinolien.com
• Watch Down to Earth with Darin Olien and Zac Efron: https://downtoearthzacefron.com/
• Check out his 3 day free trial of his new health APP 121tribe.com
• Read Darin’s Book SuperLife

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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Luke Tyburski. Luke is living proof that by training your mind, what anyone can accomplish is near limitless. The Ultra-Endurance Athlete & Mental Performance Coach works with individuals, companies, and teams across the globe to help them create the same Performance Mindset he has used to run across the Sahara Desert, down Mt Everest, and complete a world first 2000km in 12 day Ultimate Triathlon from Morocco to Monaco.    
 
The award winning documentary of the Ultimate Triathlon shows his performance Mindset principles, techniques, and frameworks in action, and how we all can strengthen our mind to optimize performance in any area of our life.    
    
In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:    
Navigating the mental challenges that come along with setbacks in accomplishing your goals     
-Resetting your mind in order to train at your highest level, and ways to integrate meditation into your day    
-Going back to the fundamentals of your training to apply to anything else you do in life    
    
Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Luke about how he overcame his depression and turned to endurance sports to fuel his passion for adventure and risk-taking.    
    
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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik of the Almost 30 Podcast. Almost 30 is an Apple Podcasts "Top 50" podcast and a global brand and community. Known for their relatable conversations about wellness, entrepreneurship, spirituality, and self-development, Krista and Lindsey take pride in creating inspiring, raw, and hilarious moments during their weekly interviews with fascinating guests. The Chalkboard Mag raves that the content  "isn’t preachy or contrived — it's 100% relatable with a pinch of sass.” Each episode provides listeners with actionable “aha!” moments and inspirational stories.

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. Pursuing what you want to do, and taking those steps towards continued action
2. Navigating the entrepreneurial role, and ways to problem solve when things don’t go as planned
3. Creating a business that is true to its message and values, and ways to check-in to evaluate the course of action

Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Krista and Lindsey about their journey in starting the Almost 30 Podcast, and techniques they’ve used to build both of their businesses from the ground up. 

Connect With Krista and Lindsey Online:

• Almost 30 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almost-30/id1148183612
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almost30podcast/
• Website: https://almost30.com/

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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with JT Barnett, Former Professional Hockey Player of 6 years playing in the US, Canada, Russia, and Europe. JT is the founder of Triple Deke Media and RESET, a pop up festival that highlights the newest and hottest brands in wellness. He lives to promote wellness, helps others take control of their own wellbeing and health, and teaches individuals to upgrade their lifestyle. Amid the Coronavirus pandemic, JT has connected a group of 8 wellness experts in a house called the HoneyHouse. They have gathered in the Hollywood Hills to create a circle of people focused on motivation, fitness, and wellness. They have utilized TikTok to create content that inspires people to stay fit, take care of their mental health, and live the best life possible. JT aspires to always be the best person in the room, and he does so creatively by encouraging others to keep moving forward.

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. The importance of relationships and surrounding yourself with good people 
2. Connecting people and brands to create a community that promotes a better lifestyle
3. Understanding and working on your own wellbeing, and using it to help others 

Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with JT how he uses his energy to push people, how he communicates with others, and beneficial ways that help him make people feel better.

Connect With JT Barnett Online:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jtbarnett/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtbarnett/
• TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJB4Cx1u/
• LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/Jtbarnett

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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Ryan Lockee. As a former elementary teacher, and recent father and author, Ryan believes that changing one's mindset will determine the shape and future of your life. Personal development, which includes emotional intelligence, mindfulness, meditation, and developing a growth mindset, something that's not typically taught in schools, is the focus of his book, Wisdom Beyond the Classroom. Simple tools, lessons, and stories are shared in the book, which are easy to apply, and much needed in today's world. 

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. The importance of teaching children meditation and mindfulness practices early on so they have the tools to stay centered and focused
2. Ways to get started on meditation practices and making it a part of your routine
3. The benefits of meditation and how those skills can prepare you for everyday life situations

Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Ryan about his background in teaching meditation and mindfulness within the classroom, and the transformation his students had when they were able to control their thoughts, and focus on their breathing. 

Connect With Ryan Lockee Online:

• Website: Wisdombeyondtheclassroom.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.lockee/
• Facebook: facebook.com/ryan.lockee
• Email: support@wisdombeyondtheclassroom.com 

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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Case Kenny. Case hosts a podcast called New Mindset, Who Dis. Twice a week he releases short episodes dedicated to no BS self development and mindfulness advice.

In 2014, Case started working at an ad agency that made him realize he wanted to start writing again so he began writing for a men’s lifestyle blog. His passion for writing quickly evolved into a mindfulness email called PRSUIT. Since then, Case has never missed a day of writing. In 2018, Case challenged himself to do more than just write. Enter his podcast, New Mindset, Who Dis. Complementing what he preaches in early 2020 Case created a mindset journal that contains 10-minute journal prompts and 60 days of questions to shatter limiting beliefs & help you gain clarity on who you really are. Case focuses on consistency and listens to himself when approaching his practical mindfulness techniques and preparing his podcast. Listen in to hear more about Case’s journey.

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. The importance of finding your why and truth. Your truth is always pushing yourself to search for what lights you up inside — people, places, interests and passions.
2. Defining what mindfulness means to you 
3. Breaking free of your assumptions you have in order to pursue your full potential

Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Case how he lives out the power of choice, and helps others find their practical mindset for their best day ever. 

Connect With Case Kenny on Online:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/case.kenny/
• Website: https://newmindsetwhodis.com
• LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/casekenny
• Get his journal: https://newmindsetwhodis.com

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Live from the Live Better recording studio! Bret and Jason are here this week with Jennifer Cassetta. Jennifer is a health and empowerment coach with the mission of helping people feel strong, safe and confident from the streets to the boardroom. Jenn has spoken around the country on topics that include women's empowerment, wellness and self defense. She's been on The Today Show, The Doctors, The Real and was a wellness coach on ABC TV's My Diet is Better Than Yours. 

In this episode we breakdown the secrets to:

1. Being resilient during challenging times, and getting back on track when life throws you a curveball
2. Understanding the importance of learning self defense techniques to feel empowered and safe 
3. Creating a long term healthy lifestyle through proper nutrition and wellness techniques so that you can perform at your best

Listen in as Bret and Jason discuss with Jennifer about her background in martial arts, and how she uses these physical and mental techniques to advocate for women’s safety and self defense.

Connect With Jennifer Cassetta Online:

• Website: https://jennifercassetta.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenncassetta/

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