Episode 93: Chris White of Code8Training

Welcome to the Happy, Healthy, Strong Podcast! Here, we're dedicated to offering insights and advice on cultivating a more rewarding, joyous, and healthier life. Embarking on a journey to a life you adore begins with prioritizing your well-being and intentionally sculpting the finest version of yourself. I'm Adam, your host, joined by Chris White from Code8training. Chris White, A former collegiate football and track & field student-athlete for Cal Poly, White played in the Canadian Football League and on several Arena Football teams. Following his playing career, White worked with Dr. Marcus Elliott, one of the leading doctors in sports performance today. While working with Dr. Elliott at his training facility P3 in Santa Barbara, California, White assisted in training professional athletes in the MLB, AVP, NBA, and NFL. White earned a Master of Science degree in kinesiology with an emphasis in exercise science from Cal Poly. During his graduate studies, he focused on different forms of recovery after strength training. He teamed up with Dr. Chris Holder to write his master's thesis on the effects of Qigong on strength gains and well-being in collegiate athletics. White is a certified USA Weightlifting (USAW) Level II Instructor and a Senior Russian Kettlebell Challenge (RKC). He also is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Strength and Conditioning Certified Coach (SCCC). 00:01 Health, happiness, and personal growth with Adam Lane and Chris White.  0:48 Training, nutrition, and recovery for first responders. 9:55 Identifying and addressing weaknesses in fitness training. 14:20 Fitness, food, and sleep for athletes and everyday people.  18:35 Sleep temperature and its impact on circadian rhythm. 23:23 Sleep, circadian rhythm, and digestion. 29:39 Supporting first responders' mental health through training and empathy. 35:25 Sleep and nutrition's impact on first responder training.  40:29 Nutrition and training for athletes. 46:51 Habit formation and self-improvement 53:53 Motivation and inspiration for first responders.  Tune in to discover essential insights on training, nutrition, and recovery tailored for first responders. https://www.code8training.com/