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Tom Tombleson.  Tom is a former England Sevens and professional rugby player in the UK and Australia. Since leaving the game, Tom has been a strength and conditioning coach with now 15 years of experience working with high-performance professional athletes in the UK, USA, and Australia, including NSW Waratahs in Super Rugby.  For the last 9 years, he has also worked with England’s national rugby team. More importantly, he is also a husband and father of two children.  If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston. You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success:www.VALD.com www.ReconditioningHQ.com

This is Josh Fletcher's third time on the podcast.  Josh has 15+ years of experience as a human performance coach working with Olympic medal-winning programs, the military Special Forces, F2/F3 racing drivers, and corporate professionals from PwC, Deloitte, and Capita.He helps senior leaders, people managers, and talented corporate professionals to thrive alongside the extreme demands, pressure, and stress of the job. With expertise in stress management, burnout, switching off from high-pressure situations, and resilience coaching, Josh brings a wealth of experience to provide bespoke well-being solutions for organizations and individuals.Throughout his career, Josh struggled to meet his high personal expectations, manage the stress of demanding jobs, and find time to prioritize his well-being. The results of years of mismanagement were burnout, stress, job loss, and apathy towards an industry he once loved. Josh’s purpose and why behind Wellness Blueprint is born out of experiencing the highest and lowe

Jackson Corley, the visionary CEO and Founder of Incrediwear, brings over two decades of entrepreneurial expertise in product design and development. His career has been dedicated to creating ground-breaking products that advance optimal health, wellness, and recovery. In 2008, Jackson faced a pivotal moment after a serious biking injury. Multiple doctors suggested prescription medications as the only solution but driven by his belief in a better path to healing, Jackson embarked on a mission. Rejecting painkillers in favor of addressing the root cause, he set out to create the world's first wearable anti-inflammatory solution. Jackson's passion for fostering healthier lives resonates with Incrediwear's mission to produce scientifically proven, high-quality products. His unwavering dedication to excellence has positioned him as a leader in the industry and an inspiration to those around him. Jackson’s multifaceted expertise underscores his commitment to enhancing lives through innovative wellne

This EP features Steve Mesler.  Steve is a 3-time Olympian and Olympic gold medalist, Board Director, co-founder, and CEO of Classroom Champions. As the world’s foremost sport-for-education organization, Classroom Champions supports academic, social, and emotional student well-being through the mentorship and mindsets of world-class athletes. Steve's Olympic gold medal-winning team was the first for the USA in the 4-man bobsled in 62 years. In 2011, Steve founded Classroom Champions with his sister Dr. Leigh Parise, the Director of Program Development at MDRC. Over the past twelve years, the organization has grown into an international and award-winning non-profit that provides K-8 SEL curriculum and corresponding mentorship from Olympians, Paralympians, Pro and NCAA athletes. Steve recently reached his term limit for the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee Board of Directors. A persistent public speaker and writer, Steve's bi-weekly newsletter for leaders focuses on finding improvements and place

This EP features a former United Nations military peacekeeper and NATO military peacekeeping commander, a highly accomplished ultra-endurance champion, URS Koenic. He is a widely published professor, bestselling author, and a seasoned executive coach and keynote speaker with more than three decades of experience helping hundreds of leaders and dozens of executive teams unlock new levels of achievement across four continents.Urs is the founder of the Radical Humility Leadership Institute and speaks frequently on leadership to corporations and associations across the globe. His message of Radical Humility in leadership has inspired teams from across the spectrum, including Amazon, Starbucks, the Society of Human Resource Management, Vistage, the University of Melbourne, and Microsoft.  Urs is the loving father of two teenage boys who make commanding soldiers look easy. He lives in Seattle, Washington.  If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on so

Taylor is a Neuro Athletic Trainer through Z-Health, he has a deep passion for helping his clients develop quality training habits that put their health first and allow them to do the things they love pain-free.His passion for martial arts has shaped how he approaches health and fitness. He runs a STRENGTH & MOBILITY DOJO to create a training experience that encourages growth no matter where his clients begin.More importantly, he is married to his partner Alisha, and he is the father of an active little girl. Alisha and Taylor have a business helping people and teaching people how to train for optimal health called KruseElite and you can find them @Kruselite on Instagram.If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston. You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/Please

This EP features Luka Hocevar. Luka was born and raised in Ljubljana, Slovenia, and gives credit to basketball, fitness, and coaches for taking him from going down the wrong path in crime, to becoming a professional basketball player in the elite European Leagues as well as the NBA Summer Pro League. After his professional career, Luka went into his passion of training to affect others like the coaches that changed his life. He has been a coach for 14 years building skillsets in every area associated with physical and mental performance, and body transformation. Luka is the founder and co-owner of the Vigor Ground gym in Ljubljana, Slovenia, and owner of the Vigor Ground Fitness and Performance in Seattle, WA, both gyms recognized as leaders in coaching in each respective country, where they have cumulatively coached and transformed over 8,000 clients in total since 2006. Luka is also the creator of Vigor Ground Fitness and Business Summit, one of the industry's most respected educational events for coac

Andreo Spina. Andreo is a Sports Specialist chiropractor practicing in Toronto. He is the creator and lead instructor of the Functional Range Systems® used by thousands of practitioners worldwide including dozens of professional sports organizations in just about every league you can imagine.   Andreo is a published author, and international speaker on joint health, movement and mobility development, sports performance, and injury management. More importantly, he is a husband and father of three kids. I think you'll enjoy this episode.If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston. You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success:www.VALD.com www.ReconditioningHQ.com

EP 367 features Joel Gandara. Joel is a personal life coach who brings a compelling personal narrative that resonates with a wide audience. His journey from a poor immigrant to a successful entrepreneur is a testament to resilience and determination.  Joel is a Cuban immigrant to the US who grew up in a family with little means. He found a way to transcend poverty and explore entrepreneurship, building numerous highly successful businesses.  His story of achieving the American Dream is an inspiration.As a thought leader in personal growth and success, Joel Gandara offers valuable insights and practical advice. His philosophy is outlined in his book "31 Days to Become a Better Man", and his strategies for managing stress and avoiding burnout can provide people with actionable strategies to create success. He’s been married to his best friend Jessica for 21 years and together they have four children.  Please enjoy this conversation.If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share

This EP features Andrew Eaton.  Andrew is a teacher, who integrates traditional strength training, mindset coaching, and brain-based physical training. He found his way to weight training as a response to being bullied in middle school. The lessons learned there laid the foundation for an entire career.  After college, he was certain that a radio career was the next step in his journey, but he found himself instead writing and editing a periodical for back-care professionals. Then, ten words on a flyer at the gym changed his trajectory - advertising the first personal training certification course on the East Coast.  Shortly after completing that course, a chance encounter while visiting family found him relocating halfway across the US to take a ground-floor position in the facility the Chicago Bulls called home. Once there, like many 'fitness nerds,' he set out to learn as much as possible, wanting to become something of a fitness Swiss Army knife. He also met his wife and her son, and they had tw

This EP features Adam House a serial entrepreneur with a diverse background as a senior executive, professional basketball player, and team Co-Owner. Although he has achieved a lot in his 25-year career, he remains humbled by the opportunities he has to make a difference in people's lives.As the founder of multiple companies, Adam has a wealth of real-world business experience and a track record of success in various industries, starting, growing, operating, and selling companies. His values, such as faith, family, and personal interests, significantly shape his professional achievements.He has learned many valuable business principles throughout his career and is eager to share them with our listeners. Whether you’re starting your business or looking to take it to the next level, Adam wants to inspire and empower you. Enjoy!If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston. Y

This EP features performance coach and exercise physiologist, Scott Wilgress.  Over the course of his career, he has worked with hundreds of provincial, national, and professional athletes.  He was a member of Team Nova Scotia as the Physiologist / Strength Coach for the 2011, 2013, and 2015 Canada Games.  He’s helped prepare athletes for 5 Olympic Games in sports such as Gymnastics, Sprint Canoe/Kayak, Hockey, Sailing, Boxing, and as a part of Softball Canada’s Integrated Support Team, he attended the 2019 Pan-American Games and the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Games. Scott is currently helping prepare athletes with Canoe Kayak Canada's Sprint program, and Gymnastics Canada's Women's Artistic program for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.  He also maintains leadership roles in Strength and Conditioning at the Canadian Sport Institute Atlantic, as well as with Own the Podium's High-Performance Advisory Council. He lives in Nova Scotia with his wife Kimi and their three kids.  Enjoy!If you liked this E

This EP features Annick-Isabelle Marcoux founder of the LangLeven Group in 2015, Canada’s first and only private equity group exclusively focused on growth opportunities in the North American Sports Industry. Before that, she was president and CEO of a group of high-end fitness clubs: Mansfield Athletic Clubs, Atwater Club, and HardCandy Fitness Toronto. In charge of aligning operations, turning around profitability, focusing on growth, and positioning for exit, she had given herself the mandate to make fitness fun and an experience worth sharing. She is also a passionate cyclist having obtained 3 National titles, winning the Canadian Mountain Bike Championship, the National Masters Road Time Trial, and the National Masters Road Cycling. Among other accomplishments, in 2009, she became a silver medalist at the World Masters Games in Sydney, Australia.  She is a dedicated fitness enthusiast, businesswoman, and philanthropist.  You'll find a lot of valuable insights in this conversation, especially about b

This EP features Strength and Conditioning Coach, and High-Performance Manager with the Canadian Armed Forces, Elliott Richardson.  His background includes experience as an athlete, coach, mentor, educator, presenter, and integrator of disciplines to optimize human performance.  Before he transitioned to working with the military population, he spent almost a decade as a Strength and Conditioning Coach and Sports Performance Manager with Acadia University. There he oversaw a team of multidisciplinary staff and interns supporting over 300 Varsity athletes across 10 teams.  He also built a private business - Acadia Performance Training - that served three functions: serve the community and provincial athletes, generate revenue to support Varsity staffing positions and provide an opportunity for coaches to develop their skills. While at Acadia, he also taught in the school of kinesiology.  His coaching career began after a three-year career in the Canadian Football League with Edmonton and Saskatchewan. His goal

This EP features Nick Jonsson a business leader, author, speaker, podcast host, networking expert, and entrepreneur. His primary mission is empowering individuals to live beyond their wildest dreams through vulnerability and holistic happiness. He is the co-founder and Managing Director of Executives' Global Network (EGN). Singapore, Malaysia & Indonesia, and Southeast Asia’s largest confidential peer group network providing more than 900 senior executives and business owners a haven to share their challenges, receive support, and learn from each other. Nick is deeply passionate about Physical, mental, and emotional health awareness and believes that well-being is crucial for leaders to perform at their best. He has written a bestselling book, "Executive Loneliness: The 5 Pathways to Overcoming Isolation, Stress, Anxiety and Depression in the Modern Business World". I know you'll enjoy his journey, there is so much wisdom to unpack.If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and

This EP features Sam Spinelli a Physical Therapist and strength & conditioning coach with experience coaching individuals from the sick and frail to high-performing Olympic athletes.  Sam co-founded Thrive Kelowna in 2021 to help provide the town of Kelowna, BC with high-quality coaching. He’s built multiple businesses in the rehab and fitness space, and he’s currently working on a book to be published towards the end of this year.  Sam is the father of 2 young daughters, and he spends a ton of time with them, getting out and doing sports and activities. He also owns a smoothie bowl restaurant with his wife, and they are currently working on expanding to a food truck.  I trust you'll find some great insights in his journey.If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston. You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get

In this episode, I chat with nutrition expert Jennifer Broxterman. Jennifer is a Registered Dietitian and founder of PROSPER Nutrition Coaching, a world-class nutrition certification for gym owners and coaches.She's an award-winning Foods & Nutrition University professor, writer for Precision Nutrition, and owns her private practice NutritionRx.Jen has worked with clients from NHL hockey players and Olympic athletes to everyday folks looking to eat and feel better.On top of that, she's a stage 3 ovarian cancer survivor who was given less than an 8% chance of living to 5 years, and she self-healed without chemo or radiation. This was an insightful session that brought up many interesting topics beyond nutrition. You can find Jen below:Freebies for Download: www.prospernutritioncoaching.com/freebiesPRO$PER Nutrition Certification: www.prospernutritioncoaching.com/certificationEmail: info@prosperNC.comInstagram: @prosper_ncIf you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a

In this episode, Alex Dziri and I discuss the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to transform various industries, including coaching.  AI is here to stay and we must recognize what it can do for us, and how we can employ it to support our work, not eliminate it.  We emphasized the need for humans to adapt to the changing landscape and collaborate with AI systems while acknowledging the limitations of AI and the potential for it to impact jobs. Alex introduced a metaphor to help people think about AI more productively, viewing it as a sort of autistic cousin who is smarter than us, and recognizing that AI has all the answers we need but we need to ask it the right way. We also discussed the potential of AI in content creation, emphasizing its role as a collaboration tool rather than a replacement for human writers or artists.  We hope this episode helps you to embrace the use of AI in your work and life, and that it supplies you with some strategies to get started or continue on your journey with Artifi

This EP features Miles Krol who has been in the wellness industry for over 20 years, first starting as a personal trainer at a young age, and then going on to pursue numerous certifications & internships with many of the industry’s top professionals. Miles once weighed close to 300 pounds.  Losing over 120 pounds, his physique transformation motivated him to help other people create their metamorphosis of body, mind, and spirit.  At 23 years of age with no business background or experience, Miles opened his private fitness studio called Milesfit. Over the next 12 years, he would build the business from just himself in a basement to a team of 20+ trainers and 30 team members impacting over 3000 clients in Montreal. After successfully exiting his business in 2022, and off the back of his own business and marketing success strategies and systems, Miles has been working with gym and therapy clinic owners, and wellness business owners of any kind - helping them grow and scale their physical & digital busin

This EP is a conversation with an old friend and colleague, Chad Benson. Chad is the CEO of the Personal Trainer Academy.  He’s been a strength and conditioning coach for almost thirty years now.  His influence in the world of fitness and human performance is wide and valued.  He's been an innovator in human performance throughout his career and has always desired to share his knowledge and experiences with others.He is a published author, public speaker, and an accomplished trainer of trainers, and has an educational program he supports online and in person.He resides in Victoria, B with his wife Joanne, whom he recently married in August of 2023.In this episode, we discuss shared experiences, and he asks me a few questions too, enjoy!If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston. You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today