In this episode, I speak with professional rugby athlete Paul Jordaan! Paul enlightened me on the sport of Rugby and goes into the details behind the training regiment; both during the season and in the off-season. He tells about some of the injuries he's suffered and how he manages his time as a professional athlete. We dive into his nutritional protocol and how he transitioned to Keto and then to carnivore. Paul follows a higher fat approach to carnivore and has seen significant benefits in hi...
Oct 26, 2018•50 min
In this episode, I speak with nutritional therapist Jessica Tye! Jessica dove into lingual neuro testing and enlightened me on many of the practices she uses in nutritional therapy. She talks about how many of her patients, and many people in general, are deficient in hydrochloric acid and bile. She discusses how to improve digestive health and dive deeper into your nutritional protocol and how to optimize it. We talk about her love and respect for animals and the importance of knowing where you...
Oct 22, 2018•1 hr 3 min
In this episode, I dive into all things mindset, metabolism, and biohacking with Mike Mutzel! We talk about Mike's shift in fitness goals from building muscle and looking jacked to more of an endurance athlete. We go deep into mindset and how hardships and obstacles build resilience. Mike opens up about anabolic steroids and how they impact metabolism. We discuss hot and cold therapy, mouth taping, HRV, and so much more! Great conversation, I'm looking forward to round two!
Oct 19, 2018•1 hr 3 min
In this episode, I speak with Meg and her journey of losing over 200 lbs and overcoming eating disorders. Meg grew up as the "big kid" at school and developed eating disorders at an early age. This impacted her very negatively and she was constantly avoiding interaction with others. She gained the confidence to pursue a healthier lifestyle after seeing others with a similar background turn their life around. We dive into binging, purging, and the downside of fasting. We also discuss the psycholo...
Oct 16, 2018•1 hr 25 min
In this episode, I learn all about how to be a Vegan Keto-adapted athlete with Tay Sweat. Tay is the vegan trainer but he didn't start out like that. He was overweight and diagnosed with type two diabetes when he was only 15 years old. He decided to swap out the fast food for veggies and hasn't looked back since. We dove into the macro ratios he follows and what a typical day of eating looks like for Tay. We went down the rabbit hole of eating for ethics vs eating for performance. We discuss nut...
Oct 12, 2018•57 min
In this episode, I speak with fellow bodybuilder and keto coach, Jason Wittrock. Jason dives deep into the fitness industry and how he was brought up in the sport. We discuss his partnership with bodybuilding.com and the world of sponsorships. We flesh out our differences between tracking macros vs. instinctive eating. We talk about metabolism, hormones, carnivore, and a lion's diet. We open up the discussion of natural bodybuilding vs. performance-enhancing drugs. We talk about how to combat th...
Oct 08, 2018•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, I speak with brain cancer survivor and awesome individual, Logan Sneed! Logan was diagnosed with brain cancer at the young age of 20! We dive into how that diagnoses paired with the projected lifespan of an additional 1-10 years impacted his life. We talk about how his transition to keto post surgery has improved his conditioning beyond what was thought possible. We dive into the recovery process and Logan's motivation behind starting Fusion Lean. We dive deep into how tasting d...
Oct 05, 2018•55 min
In this episode, I speak with my good friend and current client, Alan Reeves. Alan just competed in his first bodybuilding competition and is currently training for a pro-show. We dive into his introduction to fitness with the UK based Dream Boys. We discuss how dieting and nutrition have changed over the years. We talk about different contest prep manipulations we incorporated to get Alan dialed in and absolutely shredded for his first show. He talks about some of the experiments he is playing ...
Oct 01, 2018•1 hr 7 min
In this episode, I speak with the founder of Catalina Crunch, Krishna Kaliannan! Krishna was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and epilepsy and looked to the ketogenic diet to help with seizures. In following keto to improve his symptoms, he realized he had to part ways with many of his favorite breakfast cereals. Rather than miss out on cereal, he decided to create his own! Catalina Crunch was born out of his desire to make a keto friendly breakfast cereal that didn't sacrifice quality. We dive in...
Sep 28, 2018•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, I speak with my current client and good friend, Jonathan Shane. Jonathan competed in his first show a few weeks ago and I wanted to have him on the show to unfold his experience. We dove into his motivation behind seeking a healthier lifestyle. We discussed his struggles with bulimia. We talked about his transition from flexible dieting to following a ketogenic protocol. He talks about the challenges involved in a competition prep and the struggles he faced afterward. This was a...
Sep 24, 2018•1 hr 6 min
In this episode, I speak with Kate Jaramillo on all things keto as it relates to females. We dive into the negative effects of yo-yo dieting and chronic caloric deficits. We discuss the skewed view of the ideal female body and how media can lead to body dysmorphia. We talk about putting systems in place to make a diet sustainable. Kate tells us about the hormonal patterns that are typical when transitioning into a keto diet. We also cover the benefits of staying keto while pregnant and how to tr...
Sep 21, 2018•59 min
BOOM! 100 Podcast episodes in ladies and gents! Thank you so much for listening and for all the support, I couldn't do it without y'all. In celebration of the 100th episode, I decided to do a full-blown Q and A collaboration with Crystal Love. Hundreds of questions were submitted on YouTube and Instagram and we dive into them all on this podcast! The questions cover all ends of the spectrum from fitness and nutrition to business and mindset. There are even a few personal questions sprinkled in t...
Sep 18, 2018•1 hr 14 min
In this episode, I speak with ultra-endurance athlete, Tony Portera! We dive into Tony's introduction to the ketogenic diet and what led to him running in ultra-endurance races. We discuss the best practices in training for extreme distances. We dive into the proper gear used and how to prevent injuries. Tony explains how he optimizes his keto nutrition in preparation for a long run. We also dive deep into the mindset of ultra running and how to leverage your grit to get through a difficult race...
Sep 14, 2018•1 hr 3 min
In this episode, I speak with Jesse Jones of Average Joe Keto! Jesse has been able to transform his health and his life leveraging the ketogenic diet. Prior to keto, he would run endless miles and follow a "healthy" diet to improve his composition and lose the fat....It didn't work. In fact, all the cardio he did led to him damaging the cartilage beneath his kneecaps. This practically cost him the use of his legs and he had to put an emphasis on nutrition. After finding keto and totally transfor...
Sep 10, 2018•1 hr 3 min
In this episode, I speak with good friend and fellow country boy, Dr. Ken Berry! We talk about how the internet and social media has impacted healthcare. We dive deep into the compensation structure and financial incentive for doctors and how it is all built on a house of cards. We discuss the standard of care and what happens if you go against that. We cover the responsibility of doctors and their role in society. We even dive into why Dr. Berry started keto and panda massaged meat! Always a pl...
Sep 07, 2018•52 min
Sep 03, 2018•54 min
In this episode, I speak with Aaron Day, founder of Fat For Weight Loss! We dive into keto and what lessons Aaron has learned while manipulating his diet to improve his cycling. We also dive deep into mindset and how to overcome fear of the unknown. How to spark creativity and beat your fears. I really enjoyed this episode and I learned a ton about Aaron and what has kept him motivated to strike out on his own and create a life filled with passion. Hope you enjoy!
Sep 01, 2018•1 hr 12 min
In this episode, I speak with multiple repeat guest and great friend, Danny Vega! We haven't talked recently so we decided to have a catch-up call and make it into a podcast. We talk about the importance of "grind mode" and how to leverage that in life. We discuss the benefits of living life on your terms. We dive into Danny's new training style and how to fully engage mind-muscle connection. We talk about diet manipulations and the importance of focusing on a given task and not overextending yo...
Aug 27, 2018•1 hr 16 min
In this episode, I speak with Lauren Berryhill a.k.a. Keto Coach Lauren! Lauren has lost over 100 lbs and has transformed her life on many different levels. She used to struggle with body dysmorphia and has cycled through many different fad diets. She suffered through postpartum depression and was on the verge of giving up on her health. She stumbled onto keto and the rest is history. She has since lost the weight, built a ton of muscle, and has a new zeal for life. She can now enjoy more time w...
Aug 24, 2018•1 hr 8 min
In this episode, I speak with my good friend Christos Ruci! Christos is a keto coach and moderator on the DSK forums. He is a former client of mine and has battled with many of the same eating disorders I've faced. We dive into the world of binging and purging and having an addictive personality with sugar and carbs. We discuss the importance of being open with your insecurities. We also dive into some of the common mistakes we see in the keto community. We spend some time on the importance of r...
Aug 20, 2018•43 min
In this episode, I speak with functional dietitian Ali Miller and we dive into the detail of holistic healing! We discuss Ali's journey from a vegetarian, to following a paleo approach, to finally transitioning into keto. We talk about micronutrients and where she sees common deficiencies. We dive into the HPA Axis and stress response. We discuss some of the benefits around cycling the carnivore diet. We compare the hormonal patterns between men and women. We even dive into CBD oil and the impor...
Aug 17, 2018•1 hr
In this episode, I speak with Evan Sims, founder and creator of Peak Yogurt! We dive into his motivation for starting keto and compare keto to the paleo diet he used to follow. We discuss the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats. We go into detail on how he started Peak Yogurt and what he has learned in building a food business. We also dive into the nutritional benefits of dairy and how to make your own yogurt. I learned a ton and it was a pleasure speaking with someone else from t...
Aug 13, 2018•58 min
In this episode, I speak with Will Watterson on the benefits of keto in the sport of rock climbing. We dive into the anti-inflammatory effects of keto and how that has improved his performance. Will enlightened me on the different disciplines of rock climbing. We talked about the gear and training techniques used in the sport. We also dove into another passion Will has... Creating a shared space that brings people together and leverages the power of community! We also touched on stoicism and the...
Aug 10, 2018•1 hr 14 min
In this episode, I speak with Jeffery Heubschman of Mountain Man Nutrition. Jeff is a professional chef and nutritional therapist and we dive into all things dealing with digestive health! We discuss type 2 diabetes and how that is impacted on keto. We talk about the importance of being in a state of relaxation while eating. We discuss optimizing your keto journey if you don't have a gallbladder. We even dive into the art of making your own food and dairy products!
Aug 06, 2018•1 hr
In this episode, I speak with Joe Heitzeberg, founder of Crowd Cow. Crowd Cow has taken a very unique approach to supplying consumers with locally raised, grass fed beef. We dive into the beef industry as a whole and pull the curtain back on the commercialization of the process. We discuss the different genetic strains of beef and how beef can be viewed as a "craft" specialty. We talk about how Crowd Cow is benefiting the local farmer and allows for proper stewardship of the land. We even discus...
Aug 03, 2018•1 hr 4 min
In this episode, I speak with Robby Rowland, ketogenic, professional baseball player! We dive into the lifestyle of a professional athlete. What it's like to constantly be living on the road and training nonstop. We cover the typical nutrition protocol followed by other players in the game. Then, we dive into Robby's experiments with strict keto, cyclical keto, and carnivore! We talk about the importance of grinding it out consistently over time. Robby is currently suffering a torn lat so we tal...
Jul 30, 2018•1 hr 23 min
In this episode, I speak with Jeff Frese, founder and CEO of Fat Snax! Jeff hijacked my podcast and asked me a ton of questions but it was a great conversation just the same! We dove into the use of cheat meals on keto. We talked about steroids vs staying natural in the sport of bodybuilding. We covered alcohol, marijuana, CBD oil, and other drugs to improve performance. We talked about how to improve your deadlift and enjoy eating beef liver. He also gave us some background on his business and ...
Jul 27, 2018•1 hr 8 min
In this episode, I speak with Aaron Duprey of A.D. Keto. Aaron is making waves with his YouTube channel and finding ways to add value to the keto community. It was interesting to listen to his motivation behind starting keto and how he is developing his brand. Aaron revealed many of the details behind his workflow. He has found a unique niche within the keto industry and he is pumping out great content to add value to that niche. I really admire what he is doing and his drive to grind out the pr...
Jul 23, 2018•57 min
In this episode, I speak with Louis Armstrong, founder of Killer Whey Ice Cream. We dive into his background with the food industry. We pull the curtain back and reveal what it's like to start a food business. We talk about his motivation behind starting keto and creating a keto friendly ice cream. We dive into the wonderful world of hunting and harvesting your own meat. We even discuss his intentions for raising his child with keto and low carb. Great conversation, I hope you enjoy!
Jul 20, 2018•44 min
In this episode, I speak with Channing Vidal, a competitive CrossFit athlete and coach, full-time employee, and dad! We dive into his motivation behind implementing the ketogenic diet. We discuss how keto has impacted his high-level CrossFit training. Channing tells us how he juggles all of the distractions life throws at him without faltering. We talk about how he has implemented his training and his nutrition within the home and to his daughter. We talk about the importance of not letting your...
Jul 15, 2018•1 hr 9 min
