44: Rider Spotlight: Dante & Ren - The Den - Pedal The Springs

As strength and nutrition coaches, Dante and Ren help people reconnect with their bodies through intentional movement, strength, mindfulness, and outdoor adventure. We sit down with Dante Liberato and Ren Thorpe of The Den Somatics in Manitou Springs. From MMA fighters and endurance athletes to people from all walks of life, they take a holistic approach to health and performance that challenges traditional fitness norms.Host: Torie Giffin, Owner Buffalo Lodge Bicycle ResortGuests:Dante Liberato, Coach, Trainer - The DenRen Thorpe, CPT, CNC,CES, Strength & Nutrition Coach - The DenAs fellow bike commuters and cycling enthusiasts, Dante and Ren share their perspectives on movement, community, and training with purpose. We talk about The Den’s growing cycling community, their Monday night rides, Dante’s cycling roots, and his upcoming documentary Dante: 500 Miles on Psychedelics, which follows an extraordinary running journey. Whether you’re a cyclist, athlete, or simply curious about living a healthier, more connected life, this conversation offers plenty of insight and inspiration.Follow Dante:Instagram: @buffalowarriorFacebook: Dante LiberatoStrava: Dante LiberatoThis Episode on Video: https://youtu.be/ey5KbI6SRbE?si=kGPDbXHwwzSTbSw9Learn More:Bicycle Day Albert Hofmann: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bicycle_Day_(psychedelic_holiday)Couchmilk: https://couchmilk.com/The Film Dante: 500 Miles on Psychedelics https://dante500.com/The Den Somatics: https://www.thedensomatics.com/The Feed: https://thefeed.com/Lifetime Fitness: https://www.lifetime.life/locations/co/colorado-springs.htmlTwisted Spoke: Spoke Break https://www.twistedspokecbd.com/Follow Pedal The Springs for more stories from the people, places, and events that make Colorado Springs one of America’s great cycling communities.Pedal the Springs is produced and presented by the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, the only bicycle-themed lodging and must-stay for cyclists coming to Colorado. Check us out at https://www.bicycleresort.com for more information.Episodes are recorded in the Studio 809 Podcasts community podcast studio at The Next Us. https://thenextus.spaces.nexudus.com/?public&Find other great podcasts produced in and for the Pikes Peak Region - at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode of Pedal the Springs. Follow on your favorite podcast app.