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The JetLife Uncovered
by Fernando Contreras
An insightful podcast that explores the intersection of living a purposeful life and reaching your peak performance, all while embracing this exhilarating world from the air and on the ground. Join your host Fernando Contreras, airline pilot, personal trainer, and intervention coach as you takeoff into insightful conversations of inspiring stories, and expert advice, from individuals who and excel both in the skies and in their personal journeys towards fulfillment.
Episodes
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45. The Sky Was Never The Limit: Captain Sebastian Giovannini's Story
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Sebastian Giovannini — a Uruguayan-born, now airline captain, U.S. Army combat instructor, and black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. From immigrating to the United States as a young boy to rising through the ranks in aviation and martial arts, Sebastian...
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44. Emotional Intelligence and Fitness For Leaders | First Class Leaders Pt. 2
In this second part of our First Class Leaders series, we dive deep into the core of leadership. Join us as we explore how emotional intelligence and fitness play vital roles in effective leadership. Learn how to turn everyday challenges into opportunities for growth and leadership. Whether…
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43. Navigating Leadership with First Class Leaders: Kyle Frieburger
In this episode of “The Jet Life Uncovered Podcast,” host Fernando sits down with Kyle Freiburger from First Class Leaders to delve into the art of leadership. Kyle shares invaluable insights on how to cultivate leadership skills both in the cockpit and in everyday life. Whether you’re an…
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42. Airline Captain Training
If you’re eyeing that left seat, you’ll want to hear about the critical factors to consider before making the leap. From understanding the demanding training process to strategies for maintaining peak mental and physical fitness, we cover it all. You’ll get insights into the challenges and…
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41. UFC Fighter to Pilot: Antonina Shevchenko
In this episode, we sit down with Antonina Shevchenko, a renowned UFC fighter and accomplished pilot, to explore her unique journey of balancing two demanding careers. Antonina shares her passion for both flying and martial arts, delving into the state of mind required to excel in these fields.…
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40. Rhythm and Life: Inside the World of Reggaeton Artist Alil "La Energia"
In this episode we explore the life of Alil. Join us as we explore the mindset behind his powerful lyrics, the intricacies of his music production, and the highs and lows of his path to success. From the creative process in the studio to overcoming personal and professional challenges, this…
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39. The Non Negotiable of Life | Pilot Peter Cappio
Join us on this captivating episode as we delve into the exhilarating world of Reality TV, where the quest for romance meets the spotlight. Our special guest, airline pilot Peter Cappio, shares the highs and lows of balancing a high-flying career with the pursuit of love an life outside the jet....
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38. Nutrition Uncovered with Nutritionist Melissa Leraci
This episode uncovers nutrition principles with science based facts. Melissa Leraci is a former paramedic and changed career paths to become a nutrionist and now coaches individuals at the professional sport level and non athlete individual as well. We tap into topics about nutrition myths, best...
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37. Fly With Captain Joe
One of social media's pioneers of aviation entertainment and education on Youtube and Instagram. You know him as "FlywithCaptJoe". A fantastic episode uncovering the mind behind the life of Capt Joe and unraveling motives, values, and future path of his brand and life as an airline pilot. Links...
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36. The Jetlife Uncovered with Fernando Contreras
Living life with a purpose. Formerly known as "Fitaviatorsclub Podcast" now has a new name, "The JetLife Uncovered". A slight change to rebrand the podcast as it's trajectory may have reached an absolute ceiling. Tune in to learn more as to why the name change and the podcast vision moving…
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35. Hiking Mt. Fuji and Exploring Japan
Hiking Mt. Fuji was one of the best hiking experiences we've had! This hike was intense in how steep it was, but my lack of preparation definitely slowed me down. Listen to how I was able to catch up with Jess and push thorough muscle cramps at 10,000ft elevation. Mt. Fuji was just a one day...
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34. Shifting your Perspective and Working with NASA
Volunteering for NASA this year on a pilot fatigue study was a unique experience. Being part of a study that can help pilot's schedules with fatigue is remarkable and a fulfillment of contribution for the pilot community. In this episode I go in detail about the study. Topics also discussed…
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33. The Race Across The Sky with Airline Pilot Joey Miuccio
Joey's aspirations don't just involve running marathons and flying airplanes in the airlines, but they dive deep in the intrinsic curiosity to challenge himself any type of athletic competition. After a few marathons under his belt, Joey set out to run his most challenging ultra marathon at...
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32. Cairo to Miami with a Dream
There are certain risks and sacrifices one must take to make their dreams come true. Some more than others, and some limitless. Nonetheless, each story is unique to each person. Seif is a Gulfstream 650, Cessna Latitude, and Cessna Caravan Pilot. Seif shares his experience coming to the USA from...
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31. Finding The Right Fitness Program
The amount of fitness programs out there is overwhelming. So how do you choose the right fitness program? Fernando covers the psychology behind choosing a program as well as the physical benefits of doing the right program. The Ultimate Crew Workout Program for pilots, flight attendants, and...
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30. Inside The Mind of an Airshow Pilot: Scott Yoak
P-51 Mustang and F4U Corsair Airshow pilot Scott Yoak (Scooter) takes us through what it's like to perform at airshows. We dive into his pilot mindset from daily mental and physical routines, to energy gates, to fatigue mitigation, show routine development, and fitness. Nothing compares to...
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29. How Proper Sitting Will Change Your Life
"LUMBAR support" is NOT THE KEY to keeping an upright posture while sitting. If you sit right, it will change your life. From EAA Airshow Osh Kosh 2023, I sat down with CEO and founder Anthros, Steve Dufresne. What he showed me completely blew my mind. I have never felt so comfortable sitting,...
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28. Resistance Bands for Travel Fitness
Resistance bands offer a variety of options to exercise, rehab, and improve your athleticism. Today's episode covers on principles of using resistance bands, what to check for, how to use them in your program, and some good techniques to use them while traveling. Resistance bands offer a variety…
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27. The App that Plans Your Layover: Planeta
Have you ever been stuck on deciding what to do on a layover? Sometimes work days can be so long that "decision fatigue" can play a role in your plans at a layover. Jess and I get to talk with the owners of Planeta, an App that can plan the layover for you based on personal preferences or let you...
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26. Fitness Timing for Redeye Flight
Volunteering to work with NASA on their short-haul fatigue research study for pilots was a great experience. Flying my first redeye was also quite interesting. On this episode I share what I can about the NASA AMES research study and method that I used to prepare and fly this redeye.…
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25. Cosmic Radiation and B Vitamins
Cosmic Radiation has had an impact on air crew. A research study explains how your diet, especially vitamin B3, can play an important role in protecting against ionizing radiation. In 1994 the FAA recognized this and recommended that aviation professionals, pilots and cabin crew, be informed…
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24. Layover Fitbrief: Managing Circadian Rhythm
FATIGUE is one of a pilot's greatest threats. Most aviation trainings educate on Circadian Rhythm based on "time frames" of different hormone secretion (Cortisol and Melatonin). However, what isn't often mentioned, and studies have shown, is that cells also have a biological clock based on "time...
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23. Declare Your Food at Customs
What foods can you bring into the United States from abroad? That really depends on a few things; port of entry, what destination you are coming from, and what season it is. On today's episode, I got to speak with Charron Byndloss, a Customs Border and Protection (CBP) Agriculture Advisor with…
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22. Layover Fitness Recommendations
More fitness doesn't necessarily mean more results. Many factors depend on how much exercise you have done on your days off, your nutrition, sleep, and hydration. Managing your energy is more important than the exercise pump when you have to be at the controls of an aircraft. Each layover is...
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21. Behind the Scenes of a Meteorologist Lifestyle
Tevin Wooten might just possibly be Taylor Swift's favorite meteorologist after the sensational weather report given on NBC 10 Boston using words from her new album "Midnights" that relate to weather. In fact, the video was so good, that Mario Lopez give it a shoutout on Access Hollywood (link to...
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20. The Aviation Health Coach: Will Poustchi
Will Poustchi is an airline pilot in Canada that devotes the majority of his time off the aircraft in helping other aviation professionals achieve their health and fitness goals. Will has a variety of fitness and nutrition certifications by the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and has also...
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19. Life as Pilot In and Out of the Uniform: Andrew Dacosta
Airline pilots have an identity that extends beyond manipulating the controls of an aircraft. Andrew Dacosta is a airline pilot of a major US airline that shares the daily life of an airline pilot when at work, at home, and traveling for leisure. Some of you may know him across social media as...
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18. The Healthy Aviation Granola: Maggie Olczyk
Maggie Olczyk is an airline pilot and creator of AVIFOODS, the healthy granola making it's way to a super market near you. Maggie and Fernando share what it's like to be an entrepreneur and how fitness plays a role in bwteen balancing life as an airline pilot and CEO of her company. Not only can...
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17. Layover FitBrief: Guyana Layover
It is often said Guyana is a very dangerous country in South America, and to be very careful when laying over there. Fortunately, I was with a crew that grew up in Georgetown and knew their way around very well. An exciting trip that brought me back to South America in over 20 years. This Layover...
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16. Stronger Core, Stronger You
The true purpose of your abs is not about the aesthetics. It's the Stability between your Upper and Lower body and your Spine. Exercising your core in all planes with various movements can help prevent injuries, improve your mood, and posture. With a stronger core you have more stability for...
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15. Long Haul Flying Fitness: Captain Tom
Airline Captain, Tom, shares his lifestyle as a Boeing 787 Captain and how he maintains optimal health during long haul flights, at home, and over 30+ year career. At 60 years old, Tom shares knowledge and experience to make health part of your lifestyle in a fun entertaining way in aviation....
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14. How to Meal Prep for Trips
After 5+ years of meal prepping for all my trips, I share answers to most commonly asked questions by other crewmembers. Even though, the right way of meal prepping is the way that best fits your lifestyle, here are some tips and tricks on how to make your food last you up to a 4 day trip! I…
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13. Motivation vs Discipline
Motivation has been one of the most spoken words in the recent years. However, it has influenced one of the most misleading meanings in regards to achieving a goal. But if it's not motivation that gets you to achieve it, then what is it? Discipline? And does one affect the other? This episode...
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12. Misbehaving in the Cabin
Shocked by the recent video of a flight attendant getting hit by a passenger, Fernando talks about human behavior and the recent effects it's had on airline crews. On the topic of airline crews, Fernando shares some relief techniques if you are experiencing asymmetric lower back pain.
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11. Eat FATs While Flying
Healthy Fats are one of the best sources of food while flying. These include avocados, nuts, seeds, olives, and many more. In this episode, I cover some basic knowledge on metabolism and what macronutrient metabolizes more efficiently while sitting and flying. It's important to also note that…
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10. Managing Diabetes as an Airline Pilot: Pietro Marsala
Pietro Marsala became the first pilot to receive an insulin dependent First Class Medical. Pietro's dream of becoming an airline pilot was crushed when he got diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 21. His determination to pursue his pilot dream, along with the great help of Dr. DeVoll (FAA...
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9. Chasing Boats and Saving Lives: Ricky Rodriguez
Coast Guard Aircraft Commander Ricky Rodriguez is today's guest on the podcast and is a commander on the HC-144B. Ricky shares his experiencing through the Coast Guard Academy, and balanced his athletic lifestyle as a basketball player during that time. Fernando and Ricky were both raised in a...
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8. Relationship Balance
Fernando and Jessica are an aviation couple making the most out of their lifestyle while prioritizing health and fitness. They share their viewpoints on ways to balance health and fitness on working and leisure trips. Jessica has a background in kinesiology, and shares her experience from before...
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7. Airfare: The Plane Healthy Food
Fernando interviews Justin and Geremy the founders of Airfare Pouch, aviation's healthiest snacks found in one pouch! Airfare Pouch curates heathy snack pouches from over 50 USA small businesses that make healthy snacks without added sugars, or oil. tremendous impact of snacking healthy for...
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6. Body Building Journey: Captain Ben Falk
Captain Ben Falk and Fernando dive into on a new journey of taking his fitness to the physique body building world. Growing up as an athlete, Ben has taken habits and molded them to maintain his fitness in the airlines. Even though previous habits of fitness were developed, Ben and Fernando talk...
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5. Communication is A Skill to Master
Relationships and Fitness are among the top topics people speak about during a trip. As a certified RMT Intervention coach by Tony Robbins and Cloe Madanes, I share some knowledge and experience that have helped others before in their relationships. Communication is the one skill you must master…
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4. The Travel Diet
Trends on "diets" don't work for everyone, and diets don't have the same meaning they once used to have. Unfortunately, the lack of education in nutrition has greatly contributed to nutritional unawareness, and misinformation. It's important to verify who the information is coming from and their...
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3. Overcoming Health Obstacles as a Pilot
What are some obstacles in aviation that greatly interfere with pilot's health? Those are discussed in this episode and more importantly how to overcome some of them through intervention to prioritize health and make it part of your routine. Some of the techniques discussed are schedule planning,...
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2. Poor Sitting Posture
The glutes are the most important muscles to exercise for sitting posture. Fernando gives shares his experience and knowledge as a pilot and NASM Certified personal trainer. Sitting on airplanes for long periods of time can cause muscles to stay in shortened length tension relationship and reduce...
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1. Welcome to the FITAVIATORSCLUB Podcast
Fernando talks about the lack of health education in aviation. He shares his idea behind launching FAC podcast, his extended background in fitness, and the purpose for helping crewmembers maintain a balanced healthy lifestyle.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
An insightful podcast that explores the intersection of living a purposeful life and reaching your peak performance, all while embracing this exhilarating world from the air and on the ground. Join your host Fernando Contreras, airline pilot, personal trainer, and intervention coach as you takeoff into insightful conversations of inspiring stories, and expert advice, from individuals who and excel both in the skies and in their personal journeys towards fulfillment.
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An insightful podcast that explores the intersection of living a purposeful life and reaching your peak performance, all while embracing this exhilarating world from the air and on the ground. Join your host Fernando Contreras, airline pilot, personal trainer, and intervention coach as you takeoff...
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