The Music Fit Podcast

She's an Enlifted gangster Pirate, rope flow queen, Steel Mace Flow artist and my dear friend. Many of you may know her as "Hardcore" Henson and this former High School band director has recently stepped fully into her role as a top level movement educator, word ninja and overall badass lady boss of her life. A truly inspiring person that I've wanted to have on the show for a long time and for good reason. We get into it all. Ellie's new online Rope Flow education and classes, her story, why movement, why ropes, how to overcome injuries and setbacks, career transitions, Biebs vs. Swizzy, Tacos vs. Thai Food, the island life... you name it. This is the Song of The Lioness. For more info on Ellie, give her a follow on instagram at @hardcorehenson Timestamps 00:00:00 Welcome & Introductions 00:04:45 Ellie's Story and Ropes 00:36:42 Hardcores Journey into Coaching 00:45:47 Rapid Fire Questions 00:55:55 Train with Ellie --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Many know this ninja as the Steel Mace Flow dude. Some know him as the language and mindset coach. Very few know he's an obsessive Tigers fan.  I had an awesome chat with one of my mentors, coaches and friend, Jeffrey Ochs. I love J-O and his calm persona and quick wit. I took my Steel Mace Flow Level 1 Honours with him as my guide and fkn smashed it. He's got insight for days and I'm stoked to share this chat with ya. We got into a bunch of stuff. Check the timestamps! 0:01:15 Intro 0:07:58 Jeffrey's Background 0:14:23 Coaching Challenges 0:22:40 Internal vs. External Validation 0:32:05 Coaching vs. Mentorship 0:35:08 Scope of practice and collaboration 0:42:21 The best coaches do this 0:55:05 Music and influence on our words and actions 1:00:03 T Swizzy or J Biebs? Learn more about Jeffrey Ochs by following him over on the 'gram @jeffrey.ochs and find everything else he's up to right here: linktr.ee/jeffreyochs --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Ian Gilligan creates profoundly resilient humans.  We get into it with another Enlifted pirate gangster colleague of mine.  I first learned of Ian by watching this ridiculous homie talking in an Irish accent on Instagram about all the ways we can use words to our advantage. I later learned this homie was an American and one of the top Enlifted coaches in the field. Ian uses his breath work and language ninja skills for good in the Kettlebell Collective, teaching folks how to swing a kettlebell and integrate proper breathing into their practice.  They go all around the country and host digital courses as well so you can keep fit and learn the proper technique to crush the fitness game like a true gangster. He also has a sick language program for parents as well. Check the timestamps below for all the radness mapped out. We chat about breathing, what the modern education system is missing and who would win in a duel, T-Swift or Bieber... okay I'm embellishing that that one... we do talk about those two though! Check out all the rad shit Ian's up to: https://www.instagram.com/iangilligan.co/ https://www.instagram.com/peakperformingparents/ https://www.instagram.com/kettlebell_collective/ To reserve your ticket for the SoCal Kettlebell Fest: (rescheduled into March!) https://www.halliekazda.com/socal-kettlebell-fest Time Stamps 00:00:00 - Intro: Who is this homie? 00:20:10 - Why the education system is messing up our kids. 00:22:28 - WTF is nasal breathing? 00:37:33 - Ian coaches Mike to do the BEST breathwork drill for anyone looking to be a Rockstar 00:45:44 - Where does conflict language come from? 00:48:39 - Ian does all of the things! KB Collective and upcoming events 00:53:30 - Ever meditated with a Kettlebell? Try this. 01:01:07 - Closing and rapid fire questions: T-Swizzy or Biebs? Fave food. Best/worst exercise. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

What if we all lived our lives as authentically as kids do? What a magical place that'd be, right? Check out this week's show to hear a funny story where I get schooled in the art of accountability by a 7 year old. It's pretty impressive.  Get your tickets to my Sunday, January 16 Karma Concert "Unearthing The Authentic Self" here! For more info, and to read the whole story www.musicfitcollective.com/blog Follow along, check out my music and stay updated on my Tour dates at miketheschwartz.com Instagram is where I hide most @miketheschwartz I like to tweet from time to time too. Check my Twitter before they censor me too and get to go on Joe Rogan's podcast! Music Credit: "I'm Your Sensai"(528Hz) by Mike The Schwartz 2021 All Rights Reserved Music Fit Records  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Yo fam... strap in, this show was a ride. I had the privilege to sit down with the legendary Jeff Lester. Jeff's story is one of true captivation. I had such a wonderful time getting to know him better and seeing how his sheer passion for life has brought him through the wildest of experiences. I learned that energy is super powerful and holistic, emotion can be transferred through motion and we even got the Jefe secrete weapon to starting the day right... a Cashew greens Shake.  Check Jeff out at www.jefeliving.com, pick up a copy of his 30 day meditation practice and stay tuned for his ceremonial education class on doing better ceremonial education in the New Year.  Here's his Instagram too - www.instagram.com/jefe_af  We're off until the New Year! Back with another season and a whole lotta awesome!  In the meantime, join my mobile community by sending a text to 587 715 2531 and get some exclusive new B-side cuts from the upcoming Create Magic mixtape.  You can pre-save the lead-off single called "S.A.V.A.G.E." here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Self-development junkie, Sammi Sadicario is known as the Queen of Manifestation. Why? Her language game is on pointe. Words create thoughts, which in turn Influence your actions. Everyone has a story and Sammi has crafted her genius in the world of copywriting to better help the creative mind wrangle their message and deliver it effectively to their audience. Check this show out if you: Wanna learn how to turn your mess into your message. Wanna learn how to positively influence people to do the things you want them to do Wanna make more money with your craft Wanna learn how to tell a great story Wanna learn the difference between "showing" and "telling" when it comes to writing testimonials Where to find Sammi Learn more about Sammi on the 'gram @sammisaysdance Go check out her rad podcast, "The Reparenting Revolution" on Apple Podcasts Also, check this badass out! "Someone To Watch Over Me" - Sammi Sadicario Timestamps :45 - Intro 1:21 - What's up, Sammi!?  5:50 - Sammi's "walk up jam" Raise Your Glass" - Pink 16:47 - "The Visionary" 18:57 -  The gap in the wellness space 21:01 - Making things clear 24:22 - Positive Persuasion vs. Negative Persuasion 28:02 - Recognizing behavioural programming 29:03 - Copy, art and our own mess 31:35 - Channelling the cathartic nature of your art as an outlet 32:35 - The "Felt" sense 37:48 - Art from a place of healing 39:50 - What is Sammi doing for health right meow? 45.20 - Sammi's biggest frustration  46:40 - "On The Move": Sammi's 2022 49:15 - Sammi's musical theatre dream 56:56 - How Sammi found her Inner Rockstar 1:00:00 - The "Bucket List" 1:03:50 - What's Sammi got going on, how to contact her 1:07:30 - What's the one thing everyone could do to find their inner Rockstar? 1:08:03 - Wrap up --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Fam. This is a must listen if you're a musician. Lyrics are just as powerful as the music. I had the wonderful treat to riff on this with my dude, Adam Chin. He's the Co-Founder of Procabulary and Enlifted and he's a badass language ninja. We originally started chatting on all of this to get his insight on the word game as it applied to pop music and especially in the interesting times we're in right now. How much of the subconscious mind is fuelled by the lyrics we choose to listen to? Is there a better way to communicate our message? Man, oh man. This convo is gold.  Dig it y'all.  Here are the things I mention in the show. Canadian Musician Magazine Article  Khruangbin - "The Universe Smiles Upon You" on Apple Music Here's where to find Adam @adamschin1 and if you're interested in the Enlifted Coaching Program, check out enlifted.me and mention that you heard about them from The Music Fit Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Yo fam jam! This show is fire. So excited to bring to you another pirate unicorn Enlifted coach colleague of mine, and for those of you following along on the 'gram, you'll know her well. Yvonne Déesse has just launched a new site I'd like y'all to get after at www.theprose.life where you can expect to get a dose of awesome sprinkled with ways to unfuck your life, build the life of your dreams and get the eff outta your own way by starting to listen to yourself and forgetting the opinions of others. We got into a lot of content so check the time stamps below and get into this one. Grab a pen and paper as today you're going back to class. Learn how to build a team around you with only the best of the best humans simply by becoming more language aware and accountable! For more from Yvonne, give her a follow on the 'gram - @decodevitality  Find me and all the things over here www.linktr.ee/iammikedrop Music creds  Theme song: "Head down/ Heart up" - Adrian Chalifour Yvonne's Intro: "Higher" - The Score Mike's background pre-roll: "Enlifted" (Instrumental) - The Rock Doctor M3. Timestamps! 1:15 - Intro 4:00 - Showtime 6:00 - Who is Yvonne? 15:03 - How’d Yvonne get into the language game 20:00 - Importance of being uncomfortable 25:05 - Choices vs. expectation 27:55 - How does Yvonne help people now? 35:20 - How to unfuck yourself and keep your power 37:30 - how to build a team 40:25 - Asking the right questions 44:27 - Accountability and language 45:00 - How to spot a narcissist 47:50 - Projections and accountability 48:30 - Why are we getting triggered and what to do about it 50:48 - The major “feels” and how to put it all into action 55:35 - Where to find Yvonne www.theprose.life 57:55 - Rapid fire questions! 59:19 - How to find your Inner Rockstar --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

What if we all played a little more? You know, those mini-humans have got it right! My guest, Kristin Joy Davis is on the show today chatting about how she's brought language and breath to the mini-magicians, children in her world.  This is a wonderful conversation and for the first time I have timestamped it for your ease and convenience. Boom! Expect that moving forward. Check the book! Abracadabra! I Know What To Do! Pre- Order from Kristin's website - www.kristinjoycoaching.com and use the coupon code MUSICFIT1111 for a sweet little discount on an autographed book gift pack. Find Kristin on Instagram here @kristin.joy.davis __________________________________________ Find me on the 'gram @mydudemikeschwartz and check out all my radness here linktr.ee/iammikedrop Timestamps!  00:00 Intro 02:00 Kristin’s day 06:45 What got Kristin into the Language Game 13:07 How did language impact Kristin’s life & relationships? 18:25 What lead Kristin to the realization and opportunity to work with children on language? 20:02 Kristin’s golden tips for parents 30:08 Can we use the same approach on kids with adults? 35:00 “Takin’ out the trash”: Withheld Communication 41:25 “Vulnerability” 43:41 Vulnerability and withheld communication with kids 48:43 Being clear and direct 54:30 Adults role and language in kids’ formation of identity 58:25 Discussion of Kristin’s book, “Abracadabra, I Know What To Do.” 1:07:35 Kristin’s Dream Music Festival 1:09:43 Kristin’s Walk Up (or out) jam, Dream Bigger by Axwell 1:11:57 Kristin’s Pro Tip to find the Inner Rockstar 1:14:48 “Dream Bigger” by Axwell Ingrosso 1:15:52 Closing remarks and discounts --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

When we submit to fear and give our power away, lots of shitty things can happen. What if we kept our power, what if we based decisions from a place of self awareness and inspired others to follow suit? How cool of a place would that be? This is part two with Enlifted StoryWork Coach, Dustin Thibodeaux and we get into the current state of affairs and what we can do to keep calm in the seemingly endless storm.  Learn more and follow Dustin on Instagram @dustinthibs Hit me up on the 'gram @mydudemikeschwartz and let me know who else you'd like to hear from on the show.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Ever start a Tiny Riot? If you're hesitant, that's all good. Causing good trouble is the name of the game here on today's show. My guest and fellow Enlifted Coach, Dustin Thibodeaux drops knowledge on how to alleviate anxiety simply by taking the first step and putting yourself in motion.  About Dustin My dude, Dustin Thibodeaux Helps Busy Dads Get Healthy & Lose Weight While Being On The Go! He's the founder of Tailored Flow Lifestyle and when I asked him What’s one thing you'd change about your industry? he says this: The Mindset on what it takes to be physically and mentally healthy as a busy working Dad or Dude! And guys thinking they need more time to lose weight and get healthy. We go to town on actioning goals and making dreams reality on part 1 of the conversation. We learn what super sick connection Dustin's family has to the music industry, how his careers in the health and wellness industry were fuelled by how he grew up as a competitive athlete (you're likely going to spit out milk through your nose when you learn what sport he dominated as a youngster!) and all of the ways Dustin came to realize a better version of himself through the magic of language and the words that subconsciously worked against him for many years.   IG @dustinthibs Walk up Jam Sam Ryder "Tiny Riot" Big thanks to Adrian Chalifour and his track "Head Down/ Heart Up" as the official theme song of The Music Fit Podcast. The Music Fit Podcast For more information on Mike Schwartz, Music Fit and all the radness head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

What if there was a way to get musicians playing better and making money. AND having fun while doing that? There is. We have the resources at the Collective, and our guest today is a big part of that. For any creatives that are finding it tough to get across the finish line in any creative pursuits, maybe it's that illusive song, or an album that just isn't quite there, Matt Gardiner has a program to help get you unstuck.  Learn all about that and the many other things Matt has been up to over the hiberation period here in Alberta, and get set to get back at it and have fun. This was a ton of fun chatting with my buddy and I know you guys are gonna love it. Lear more about Matt here: @ground_level_falcons #10albumspodcast Electric Soil Podcast Ground Level Falcons About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We’re starting a revolution, baby! We’re the Official Optimization Station of the Music Industry. We’re an “edutainment collaboratory” of world-class musician-first coaches dedicated to supporting the industry with personal and professional development. It's a networking hub of epic proportions. We’re changing the game and rewriting the rules of rock & roll, one musician at a time from the inside out. If you're interested, we'd like to invite you to check out our "Festival Pass" memberships for artists, industry, and superfans and connect with a world's number one underground network of badasses. Get immediate access to our digital events, weekly movement classes and a network of other high performing artists and industry looking to level up and connect with folks like them. We invite you to try out a month on the house and see if it's a fit for you. Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Crazy thought - what if we took the time to properly prepare for a tour? Get a proper biomechanical assessment before hopping on board a 20 date tour, or even for just a few shows over the weekend... What could possibly happen with our performance if we took a proactive approach instead of treating solely when there was a problem that could cost a tour? That's what our conversation with Jamie Camp (MSc. PT Medical Acupuncture, SFMA, AiM, NKT & Adjunct Lecturer University of Toronto Dept of Physical Therapy) detailed.  If you're wondering why your back hurts, or why your hip is shot or why that neck pain is starting to come back again even after the massage... save this show and take some notes! Here's a backstage pass of what we get into on this episode:  What's your "walk up" song? "Wake Up" - Arcade Fire What’s one thing you'd change about your industry? Moving from Local “bandaids” to global treatment of the entire system - viewing the body as a whole, where the nervous system runs the show to keep our eyes level and feeling safe... and takes into consideration motor compensation, past medical history etc. I can often trace current back pain/neck injury to 25 year old ankle injuries through the biomechanics. Jamie's Message  Bands don’t always know what they need - they default to massage, (and I love my RMTs, I co-treat really closely with them) But there are solutions rooted in nervous system reprogramming and biomechanics/movement that could actually save tours. When someone’s injured, the tour is in jeopardy… Whether it’s a catastrophic ankle sprain or chronic overuse, and it doesn’t have to be that way. Most people get into physio to work with elite athletes... Very fun, but the more I worked with Musicians, I learned they’re elite athletes with no off season, and a much smaller court (and smaller movement repertoire ie more overuse injury), and they don’t even know it …… the music industry is just catching up to the idea of treatment, tune-ups, etc. For more info on Jamie Camp - @musicbiomechanic and @shifthappensoncarlaw on IG Yoooo! Are you a musician or an industry professional? Whatcha'all doing August Long? Are you interested in learning how to move your body properly so you can prepare for, recover from and optimize your performance both on and off the stage? Are you interested in learning how to regulate your stress through your breathing and mindfulness practice? Wanna come hang out in a retreat town over a weekend and recharge?Would you like to learn new skills and functional ways to move such as how to use a kettlebell, how to use a steel mace and how to use your body as a barbell so you know how to take care of yourself while you're on the road? Wanna do all that with 11 other rad musicians and industry?  Come join us in High River for The Music Fit Games and Artist Development Camp July 30 - Aug 1! For more information please email us or apply online to the camp here! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Have you ever stopped to think, "what if I was doing more than I have to?" Have you looked around and seen other artists building something special and getting responses to their instagram and just been frustrated with it all. Have you wondered what it'd be like if building that loyal fanbase we all crave was super easy with a few key steps? It's a process, people... and our guest today Ryan Koriya of Runway Vertical has devised a super easy system to follow if you want to supercharge you branding and really connect with your raving fans. Forget Gold Nuggets, we dropped gold bombs on this one. Tune in! Learn more about Ryan and check him out on IG at @ryankoriya www.ryankoriya.com www.runwayvertical.com Wanna learn to get more Music Fit? Head over to our friends at White Lion Athletics and grab your gear. New Music Fit Starter Kits and Tour Kits and Studio Essentials coming soon! Click here to shop the gear! And if you're an artist and wanna come hang out with us in the beautiful retreat town of High River, Alberta - we have the inaugural MF'n Games & Artist Development Camp going down July 30 - Aug 1 - we're hosting exercise masterclasses, songwriting circles, yoga, broga, the live Music Fit Method Accelerator certification, river floats, camping, hiking, road cycling, walking trails, polar dips, tennis, golf, locally owned shopping, hell - ever a street hockey tournament and a concert to cap it off each night. The big finale is our friendly Music Fit Games, the athletic competition on Sunday. You name it. Perfect to come relax, recharge and revolutionize the way rock & roll development camps are held! Wanna play? Join the Movement.🦄 Music Fit Games & Artist Development Camp Artist Application About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We’re starting a revolution, baby! We’re the Official Optimization Station of the Music Industry. We’re an “edutainment collaboratory” of world-class musician-first coaches dedicated to supporting the industry with personal and professional development. It's a networking hub of epic proportions. We’re changing the game and rewriting the rules of rock & roll, one musician at a time from the inside out. If you're interested, we'd like to invite you to check out our "Festival Pass" memberships for artists, industry, and superfans and connect with a world's number one underground network of badasses.  Get immediate access to our digital events, weekly movement classes and a network of other high performing artists and industry looking to level up and connect with folks like them. We invite you to try out a month on the house and see if it's a fit for you. Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Fam! This show was fire. I had the pleasure to sit with Music Fit Collectivee, Collectivisor, Collector? Hmm... MF'n Unicorn - Brady Brewer, The Spiritual DJ, whose bespoke practice of helping people move through trauma via the power of music is truly changing the way we approach personal development. Stay tuned to the end of the show where I talk about how you can work with Brady for free and see his magic in action next week. I invite you to follow us on Instagram @wearemusicfit to learn more. Slide into the ol' dms... Here's some more Brady Brewer street cred: What's your "walk up" song? “Can’t Kill Us” by The Glitch Mob What's Your Message? "You are co-creating your reality with music. What if it was aligned with your heart instead if your wounds? What if it gave you your say instead of saying it for you? Its time to dive deep, feel the feelings and step into your next breakthrough." Follow Brady on instagram at @thespiritualdj About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We live on the fringe. We’re the Official Optimization Station of the Music Industry. We help musicians solve their problems through the magic of breath, words and movement. We’re changing the game and rewriting the rules of rock n’ roll, one musician at a time from the inside out. If you're interested, we'd like to invite you to check things out this Friday, May 21 at 5:33pm MST - "Supercharge Your Practice. Bulletproof Your Body." We're gonna share three pro tips to optimize your performance and get ready to take on that rock & roll lifestyle. Register here so we can send you the link and the Supercharge playbook. Join The Herd! Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Listen guys and gals, experience shapes us. We know this. However, we tend to mispractice this. Our guest today is the epitome of turning lemons into lemonade. Overcoming extreme adversity since childhood, finding a place in life, accepting herself and shaping into an absolute powerhouse of a woman, "Mimi" or Stealthlike Mi' has done it all. Her message is clear. "Lose the can't." Listen in and buckle up. This rebel girl is straight fire. Learn more about Mi at unityofnoise.com and follow along for the ride on insta - @stealthlike_mi About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We’ve changed up our tune. We live on the fringe. We’re the Official Optimization Station of the Music Industry. We’re an “edutainment collaboratory” of world-class musician-first coaches dedicated to supporting the industry with personal and professional development. It's a netwroking hub of epic proportions. We’re changing the game and rewriting the rules of rock n’ roll, one musician at a time from the inside out. If you're interested, we'd like to invite you to check out our phase 1 memberships for artists, industry, and superfans and connect with a world's only underground network of badasses and score a month for free. Offer stands 'til June 1. Join The Herd Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

With a Guiness Record under his belt, for the longest freestyle rap in history (8 hours, 45 minutes) our returning guest D.O Gibson knows a thing or two about rolling with the punches. And that's critical now more than ever to be successful in the game. It's an agent of change. Attrition. Perserverance. Hunger. Hustle. Humble. D stopped by to chat with Mike about all that he's been up to in the past year (a lot!) - we get into the importance of going with the flow, the ability to listen and storytell, the importance of giving back to the next generation and mentorship... you name it... it was a great conversation. Stick around to the end as D.O drops a few bars freestyle and pays respect like a boss.  What a legend.  Please go check out D at www.iamdogibson.com or find him on IG at @iamdogibson and check out this rad project - onthisgrind.com Intro song "Head Down/ Heart Up" - Adrian Chalifour D.O's Walk Up Song "Follow Me" feat. Rezza Brothers - D.O Gibson About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We live on the fringe. We’re the Official Optimization Station of the Music Industry. We’re an “edutainment collaboratory” of coaches, artists, industry and fans dedicated to supporting one another in levelling up personally and professionally. We’re changing the game and rewriting the rules of rock n’ roll, one musician at a time. That way, we can all keep on sharing our gift with the world and create agency in our lives. Memberships now available for $22.99/mo Join The Herd Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

With My Words, I Create.  We get into it with Enlifted Coach, Chase Tolleson of Ardent Fitness. Chase's story is one of deep inner work and now he helps empower young men seeking to embody their true inner hero. From victimhood to soft talk we cover a lot of ground. Tune in for an unapologetic dose of what you gotta know about words and breath if you truly wanna become the rock star that you are inside. What bands will Chase pick for his Bucket List Festival? What Rock Star would Chase StoryWork? Find out in the show. Plus the dude mic drops the shit out of the show right at the end. That's worth the price of admission.  Learn more about Chase and give him a follow at @coach_chase_tolleson About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We’ve changed up our tune. We live on the fringe. We’re the Music Industry’s Official Edutainment Collaboratory. We are a hub of musician-first health pros with products, services and resources, as well as other musicians, fans and industry all dedicated to supporting each other in the music industry through movement, meals and mindset. We’re radically changing the game and rewriting the rules of rock n' roll, one musician at a time. Memberships now available for $22/mo Join The Blessing, y'all. Head to www.musicfitcollective.com   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

When it comes to the music business, a lot of it comes down to having a small circle of really rad humans around you. A good team that supports you through everything. Our guest, Gregg James speaks to this point perfectly. The Chicagoland area singer/songwriter is bringing a sense of hope and genuine human condition to the game. We all love things like sex and Gregg is using his craft to express the things everyone's thinking and reluctant to share. His bright personality, charismatic energy and positive outlook on life shine through his catchy blend of pop-meets-neosoul songs. His secret? Being rad. Being authentic. Being himself. We get into it with Gregg and chat all things music. From his influences, networking to the current state of the industry to overcoming obstacles earlier in his life that set him on the course to lead with his heart and stick with his passion of music. Great show here today guys and Gregg brings such a positive, uplifting spirit you'll all get a sense of opportunity where previously you may have seen a problem. Get into it.  Follow along with Gregg on facebook, twitter and IG @greggjmusic and presave "Vibin'" on Spotify. Comes out 4.20 About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We’ve changed up our tune. We live on the fringe. We’re the music industry’s Pirate organization full of Unicorns. Thats right, healthy musicians. We are a “collaboratory” of musician-first health and wellness professionals and educators dedicated to supporting those in the music industry through movement, meals and mindset. We’re empowering musicians one by one to optimize their performance both on and off the stage by 2022 so they can keep on sharing their gift with the world and create agency in their lives. Memberships now available for $22/mo Join The Herd Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Hey folks, what kind of magic are you bringing to the table? What makes you different? Whether you're an athlete, an artist or an entrepreneur, you're job is to cut through the noise and become relevant in people's lives, right? You wanna win, right? Today's show discusses actionable steps to do that. This one is rad. I got to sit with the lengendary Gavin McHale (yes Jets fans, the Caps' backup, McHale) discussing why he founded the Maverick Coaching Academy for coaches, trainers and wellness professionals to get better at bringing themselves to market and offering something more than just the right exercise or meal plan.  Take notes if you're an artist as these skills are transferrable into teaching, performance and everything it takes to be your brand. Here's some more info on our guest today: As a Kinesiology graduate, Gavin McHale followed all the rules. He got himself a good job, gained experience and launched his own personal training business in 2012. He quickly realized that following the traditional business model would lead to trading more time for more money. So, he struck out to find a better way. Over the course of 4 years and tens of thousands of dollars invested, Gavin was able to build a 6-figure hybrid training business before founding the Maverick Coaching Academy in fall of 2019. In 2020, Gavin left the gym and went all in helping other personal trainers build their hybrid businesses. In just over 12 months, he went from ZERO to $150k and helped several of his students surpass the 6-figure mark. He is on a mission to fix the broken fitness industry and strives to help his students build their best life. You can connect with Gavin on IG @gavinmchale1 Gavin will be hosting a live webinar in May exclsuively for the Music Fit Collective, so for less than the price of a coffee per day go grab your membership here: www.trainerize.me/profile/musicfitcollective   If you're interested in learning to self-care better and learn to teach other musicians how to do so too, check out www.musicfitcollective.com and apply to become a Music Fit Movement Coach. The next intake is coming up quick, April 28 and we have 5 spots still available!  You get a Music Fit membership good for the full year when you're accepted.  Jump on it, Tonto! ------------------------------------------------------------ About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We’ve changed up our tune. We live on the fringe. We’re the music industry’s Pirate organization full of Unicorns. Thats right, healthy musicians. We are a “collaboratory” of musician-first health and wellness professionals and educators dedicated to supporting those in the music industry through movement, meals and mindset. We’re empowering 1000 musicians at a time to optimize their performance both on and off the stage by 2022 so they can keep on sharing their gift with the world and create agency in their lives. Memberships now available for $22/mo Get Yours Here Join The Herd Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

When we set out to help the music industry, we had a just an idea. That idea was nurtured, shared among a few other people that we knew were excited about it and over the past year that idea has grown into a movement. We are reinventing the game and rewriting the rules when it comes to the music industry and health and wellness. Los Cabos Artist, Dan Todd and his lovely wife, Natalie Belmont were two of those people that just got it. Today's show is all about the behind the scenes steps it takes to craft something bigger than you. We knew there was an issue out there in regards to how to navigate the lifestyle, and we wanted to hear it from the people that have lived it. Dan has a few decades of professional touring experience.  Dan has had the humbling privilege to work with: FLUDD, Honeymoon Suite, Alannah Myles, Mike Reno (Loverboy), Alen Frew (Glass Tiger), Jimi Jamison (Survivor), Kenny Maclean (Platinum Blonde), Gord Deppe (The Spoons), Rob Laidlaw, Bobby Cameron, Greg Godovitz (GODDO), Gino Scarpelli (GODDO), Jeff Jones (Red Ryder), Jim Gilmour (SAGA), Jimmy Crighton (SAGA), Ian Crighton (SAGA), Russ Dwarf (The Killer Dwarfs, Hardroad), Nick Walsh (Famous Underground, Slik Toxik), Dale Russell (The Guess Who), Platinum Blonde After this much life on the road, you start to pick up on some trends... Dan's wife, Natalie Belmont also joined in on the conversation as she accompanied Dan on many of the tours and has seen and lived the touring lifestyle as well. We thought it would be a great bit of insight to see how families do it and how things vary for the household when an artist kicks on on tour. Natalie is a Host on The Shopping Channel, and together with Dan is very committed to living well through food, exercise and fostering healthy relationships. This power couple was a blast to chat with as they were amidst home renovations and a fairly active season in the fall, which just goes to show that whatever comes up can be navigated with the right tools, some effort and the willingness and discipline to do so.  Check out Dan on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/dantoddfanpage/ and instagram at instagram.com/drummerdantodd And Natalie on Instagram @nataliebelmont_ Again, big thanks to all the artists and industry that weighted in and shared their insight. You've all helped to cultivate that little idea we had that's now grown into the Music Fit Method.  About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We're empowering 10,000 musicians by 2022 to live well so they can keep on sharing their gift with the world. We are a network of musician-first health and wellness professionals, specializing in movement, nutrition and mindset for the very unique lifestyle demands of the creative. Based in the Foothills of the Great Canadian Rockies, we serve as a launch pad with international reach to help you connect with the professional services you need to bring your "Eh" game (see what we did there...) both on and off the stage. We offer in house musician wellness certification, education, services and we only partner with those that speak to the same vibe of personal and professional development and world-class service. Wanna learn more? Wanna help? Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

There is still a weird vibe when it comes to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and a range of mental illness in today's day and age. Changing that stigma has been a long road, and we see it now more than ever in the music industry and with the lockdowns and the way we do things being completely overhauled. For those of us who have faced the challenges of the 'vid and the last whole year, it can be a big grind. Uphill. Both ways.  Our guest today wants to change that. Paris Prynkiewicz is the creator and host of the Crooked Illness podcast which focuses 100% on bringing more conversations to the table surrounding topics of mental health and mindset! She currently resides in sunny Scottsdale, AZ and received her BA in Psychology from the University of Arizona and her MBA in Healthcare Administration from Western Governors University. You can check out more about Paris and her work @crookedillness on IG and FB Stay tuned for her upcoming release of her debut book and be sure to subscribe to her Crooked Illness Podcast Paris' number one book: Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich" About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We're empowering 10,000 musicians by 2022 to live well so they can keep on sharing their gift with the world. We are a network of musician-first health and wellness professionals, specializing in movement, nutrition and mindset for the very unique lifestyle demands of the creative. Based in the Foothills of the Great Canadian Rockies, we serve as a launch pad with international reach to help you connect with the professional services you need to bring your "Eh" game (see what we did there...) both on and off the stage. We offer in house musician wellness certification, education, services and we only partner with those that speak to the same vibe of personal and professional development and world-class service. Wanna learn more? Wanna help? Head to www.musicfitcollective.com The Music Fit Method We’re doing something wild, folks. First of its kind in the industry. Some really next level kinda shit. We’re looking for likeminded individuals in the music industry interested in pursuing a healthy and active lifestyle and inspiring others around them to follow suit. Does this sound like you? If so, grab a pen and paper, we’ve got something that may interest you. We've developed a certification program specific for the music industry that's half professional development, half personal development. We teach students how to prepare for, recover from and optimize their performance both on and off stage through the use of our signature holistic movement and mindset coaching, known as The Music Fit Method. Furthermore, we wanted to provide an opportunity to help our community up-skill. This certification will have international accreditation so it's a great value add for any educator, industry, or touring professional to add to their skills set. It’s our mission to empower 10,000 musicians by 2022 to live well so that they can keep on sharing their gift to the world, but we are looking for more industry professionals to grow and share this mission with. If you’re interested in optimizing your wellness as a creative and in turn helping to inspire, educate and empower your community to do the same, we’d love to hear from you. Together we can help the next generation of musicians live well and keep on sharing their gift with the world. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Andre Kaden Black has over 20 years of experience in the music industry. He's helps develop young artists, he produces records and he's a killer songwriter. He's also a badass triathlete. We got the opportunity to sit and chat about how his longevity in the business reflects his training regimen and what young artists can do to build up their stamina in hopes of making it in the game. Tune in for this week's show as we get weird with everything from psychedelics, meditation, and how to stay positive during these lockdowns. We even learn what kinda gear Andre is all about.  To learn more about Andre please head to www.andrekadenblack.com or visit his Instagram here! About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We're empowering 10,000 musicians by 2022 to live well so they can keep on sharing their gift with the world. We are a network of musician-first health and wellness professionals, specializing in movement, nutrition and mindset for the very unique lifestyle demands of the creative. Based in the Foothills of the Great Canadian Rockies, we serve as a launch pad with international reach to help you connect with the professional services you need to bring your "Eh" game (see what we did there...) both on and off the stage. We offer in house musician wellness certification, education, services and we only partner with those that speak to the same vibe of personal and professional development and world-class service. Wanna learn more? Wanna help? Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

When was the last time you slowed down, took a deep breath and spoke with absolute precision? Right?! In today's show we're going to hear from Coach Simon Drew, Enlifted StoryWork and Holistic Life Coach on how to do that and the possible outcomes of doing so. How does breath and the language we choose to use make a difference in our actions and behaviour? Is it only for top performers, or could you change your relationships with yourself, your loved ones and even your own identity? Simon's experience with athletes in the Crossfit community differs very little with your standard 9-5er - citing "we can all work on our language and make our lives better."  Listen in for a what's what on the language game, face those demons and make your life better. For more on Simon, check out his instagram @coach.simon.drew or head to fitrlife.net or shoot him a note at [email protected] About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We're empowering 10,000 musicians by 2022 to live well so they can keep on sharing their gift with the world. We are a network of musician-first health and wellness professionals, specializing in movement, nutrition and mindset for the very unique lifestyle demands of the creative. Based in the Foothills of the Great Canadian Rockies, we serve as a launch pad with international reach to help you connect with the professional services you need to bring your "Eh" game (see what we did there...) both on and off the stage. We offer in house musician wellness certification, education, services and we only partner with those that speak to the same vibe of personal and professional development and world-class service. Wanna learn more? Wanna help? Head to www.musicfitcollective.com The Music Fit Method We’re doing something wild, folks. First of its kind in the industry. Some really next level kinda shit. We’re looking for likeminded individuals in the music industry interested in pursuing a healthy and active lifestyle and inspiring others around them to follow suit. Does this sound like you? If so, grab a pen and paper, we’ve got something that may interest you. We've developed a certification program specific for the music industry that's half professional development, half personal development. We teach students how to prepare for, recover from and optimize their performance both on and off stage through the use of our signature holistic movement and mindset coaching, known as The Music Fit Method. Furthermore, we wanted to provide an opportunity to help our community up-skill. This certification will have international accreditation so it's a great value add for any educator, industry, or touring professional to add to their skills set. It’s our mission to empower 10,000 musicians by 2022 to live well so that they can keep on sharing their gift to the world, but we are looking for more industry professionals to grow and share this mission with. If you’re interested in optimizing your wellness as a creative and in turn helping to inspire, educate and empower your community to do the same, we’d love to hear from you. Together we can help the next generation of musicians live well and keep on sharing their gift with the world. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

It's International Women's Day today and that's a big day for us all. Let's spend some time recognizing the women that make the world go around and sow some love. We're all brothers and sisters and with a little more listening we can start to correct the gender inequalities of the past. It starts with you. Today's show is another banger. We got to speak with Tom Hewson (Of Allies, Scattered Debris) about what he's found to be helpful to continue to create and navigate the state of the music industry amidst the lockdowns and obstacles to live performances. We also have a full listen to his collaborative release "Teenage Lives (feat. Valentina)" to show some love to the women of music all around the world! Check Tom out here: facebook.com/scattereddebris  Instgram.com/scatterddebrismusic About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We're empowering 10,000 musicians by 2022 to live well so they can keep on sharing their gift with the world. We are a network of musician-first health and wellness professionals, specializing in movement, nutrition and mindset for the very unique lifestyle demands of the creative. Based in the Foothills of the Great Canadian Rockies, we serve as a launch pad with international reach to help you connect with the professional services you need to bring your "Eh" game (see what we did there...) both on and off the stage. We offer in house musician wellness certification, education, services and we only partner with those that speak to the same vibe of personal and professional development and world-class service. Wanna learn more? Wanna help? Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Hey fam, it shocks me how many people are reluctant to share their wins, their superpowers and exude confidence in their own ability these days. This week I decided it's my friggin' birthday so we're gonna talk about some of the awesome things that have happened, are still happening and will continue to happen in my life. And we touch on how slowing down, breathing and responding to my environment has been formative in my personal and professional development in this, my thirty-third year in this reality. Then... fun... Play the language game. The power of just one word can be surreal. Lastly... I'm going to go live on my Twitch stream tomorrow night and play my debut album titled "Go With The Flow" front to back without interruption and talk to you about the whole concept of the album. Themes of movement, flow, change and growth, hurt, loss, near-death, wonderment and excitement and hope are just some of the vibes I channeled from 2020 into this musical endeavour. Needless to say, I'm super stoked to release it to ya'll. Here's where you'll be able to hear it: Twitch.com/miketheschwartz And I'll have it all out and ready to go tomorrow *crosses fingers* too, ready to stream or purchase from your favourite platform.  It'd be great to see y'all. 'Til next time, y'all stay sweet!  Peace. M xo --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Yo guys, it's Mike. Don't you just love when things work out? It's so rewarding when the healthy choices we make in one area transfer to the other areas of life without us even thinking about it. Exercise and diet tend to have that affect. When you eat well, and move well - things just get better everywhere else.  As a drummer myself, I wanted to get the goods from other drummers to learn what the biggest lifestyle challenges were that were ultimately keeping us away from our craft. I had hundred of chats and took notes. The end product? The Music Fit Method. A completely one-of-a-kind exercise program specifically geared towards helping musicians prepare for, recover from and optimize their performance both on and off the stage. We teach musicians how to move better and how to implement exercise into their lifestyle to, well, play better, get stronger, faster and have more stamina. What exercise did San Diego based professional session drummer, Michael Stone do to help increase his playing speed and stamina totally by accident? Take a listen to the show today to find out. We went deep on what challenges have come up for him during 2020, how he's used exercise and nutrition to fuel himself through the chaos and of course - as drummers do - we get into a little shop talk and discuss his recording with the magnificent Carl Kingdom on The Great Architects Album in 2017 and what it felt like to follow up legends like Thomas Lang and Virgil Donati. So much goodness and such an incredibly nice human. Get into it, folks. This dude is the realest of the real. Go follow Michael and get into his world - he's got an awesome Twitch account you can see and hear him play every week. Give him a shout and pay it forward. www.twitch.com/michaelstonedrums As for the album he tracked with the likes o f Lang and Donati, You can check out the sampler here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPA9joufmuc Very... interesting take on modern music. Incredible playing, but I totally wasn't ready for what I was about to hear. Take a listen. It's cool.  And thanks for your patience, fam. It's been a big week with the kickoff of The Music Fit Method. Learn more about the next intake, coming up in April and apply to be a part of the madness at www.musicfitcollective.com Ciao MFC --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

"Always Be Creating." - DJ Z-Trip Productivity and creativity and balance and exercise and Instagram and interviews and... and.. and...  This career puts a ton of demands on us as artists. How the eff do we manage to build a successful career over years if not decades without completely imploding? There's gotta be a trick, right?  We wanted to take this question to one of the pioneers of modern music. Known on the surface to many as the genre-blending DJ that started the whole "mashup" revolution, we learn that there's so much more to his vision of success than just the instagram follows and fame. Really it's quite simple, common sense yet uncommon practice that's allowed Z to excel for so long at such a high . But he wasn't just born into it. Join us as Mike dives into what challenges in Z's career have come up over the past 30 years, what "success" means to him now, and what invaluable resources he would recommend to any artist or creative looking to do this for a living. That and a whole bunch more on this one. Buckle up, guys. This chat will change the way you think.  Please check out and support Z-Trip if you're moved by his wisdom: Join him every first Thursday of the month for ThurZday on Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/djztrip Check the IG https://www.instagram.com/ztrip/ Peruse his online headquarters https://djztrip.com/ And be sure to support with a donation or pick up some merch here! Check out Z's Todd Henry "Adaptive Rhythms Remix" set here https://soundcloud.com/z-trip/adaptive-rhythms-z-trip-remix And be sure to check out Todd Henry's book "Accidental Creative" and see all the awesome stuff going on at accidentalcreative.com About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We're empowering 10,000 musicians by 2022 to live well so they can keep on sharing their gift with the world. We are a network of musician-first health and wellness professionals, specializing in movement, nutrition and mindset for the very unique lifestyle demands of the creative. Based in the Foothills of the Great Canadian Rockies, we serve as a launch pad with international reach to help you connect with the professional services you need to bring your "Eh" game (see what we did there...) both on and off the stage. We offer in house musician wellness certification, education, services and we only partner with those that speak to the same vibe of personal and professional development and world-class service. Wanna learn more? Wanna help? Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

We spent the last 9 months in full tilt research mode. Hundreds of musicians were polled and three big themes came back with regards to obstacles in the way of living a healthy lifestyle as a creative: knowledge and accessibility of movement appropriate for the artist, having energy to complete the demands of the day and how to stay focused, motivated and in a positive space. You guys gave us your insight and we thank you. We heard you. We are excited to announce the winter 2021 intake of the Level 1 Music Fit Method: Movement Coach Certification for Music Industry Professionals. This is an accredited program, equal parts personal and professional development, aimed to educate those that are interested in learning how to radically level up their own quality of life and then have the complete understanding and confidence to teach their newly acquired skills to others. For more information and to apply to the program, please head to www.musicfitcollective.com In this week's show, we hear from three talented artists that were so kind to spend some time on the Zoom Zoom with us, discussing their perspectives in the industry. You'll hear from Megan Dawson, singer/songwriter hailing from Calgary, Alberta (megandowsonmusic.com), Sudbury, Ontario's Dan Moir and Danny Binnington over in the UK.  All three artists share what things frustrate them the most about keeping the lifestyle top shelf, discuss their recommendations to help others with similar problems and tell us what they want to be remembered for.  This one is packed full of awesome and what's especially cool is that if any of this resonates with you, you're not alone. We created the Music Fit Method Movement Coach Cert tailored to the discussions we had with hundreds of artists just like Megan, Dan and Danny. So we have the solution. Together we can help empower 10,000 musicians by 2022 to live well so they can continue to share their gift with the world.   Wanna join? www.musicfitcollective.com About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple. We're empowering 10,000 musicians by 2022 to live well so they can keep on sharing their gift with the world. We are a network of musician-first health and wellness professionals, specializing in movement, nutrition and mindset for the very unique lifestyle demands of the creative. Based in the Foothills of the Great Canadian Rockies, we serve as a launch pad with international reach to help you connect with the professional services you need to bring your "Eh" game (see what we did there...) both on and off the stage. We offer in house musician wellness certifications, education, and professional services and we only partner with those that speak to the same vibe of personal and professional development and world-class service. Gotta be rad, cha'know? Wanna learn more? Wanna help? Join The Herd  Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Let's be real, folks - the music industry is focused around quantity over quality. We have a lot of demands on our time to deliver content to numerous platforms in order to "stay relevant". But do we? Is it possible to have a deeper connection with the people that dig our music? Let's look at what Transit22 has been doing to carve out his career. He's a heavyweight in Calgary's Hip Hop scene with a true, authentic story, passion for his art and connection with his ever-growing fanbase. The pandemic has seen him grow exponentially in his personal life as a father, more connected to what really matters (that whole purpose thing) and in our conversation we get into how that's all dripped into the business of being a lockdown artist.  Learn more about all the radness he's got going on at here, join the "Couch Money Family" for a weekly dose of exclusive, behind the scenes content and stories from Transit himself. Show some love on the socials and be sure to share this out with those you care about. Especially those who need a bit of inspiration in innovating their brand.  About Transit22 What's your "walk up" song? Jay-Z “Public Service Announcement” What’s one thing you'd change about your industry? Everyone always being “on” all the time. There’s a workaholic nature of our industry and I burned myself out by being connected and working 24/7. Sometimes now I will text my producer or other people I am working on a project with and just be like “yo I need the night off from this on some mental health shit” and it’s understood and encouraged. I feel like I would have snapped at someone for saying something like that to me when I was in my most workaholic state but now I believe in finding time to recharge to ensure I find peace and can allow my brain to create and dream rather than always on business mode. ___________________________________ About Music Fit Collective We'll keep it simple.  We're empowering 10,000 musicians by 2022 to live well so they can share their gift with the world.  We are a network of musician-first health and wellness professionals, specializing in movement, nutrition and mindset for the very unique lifestyle demands of the creative. Based in the Foothills of the Great Canadian Rockies, we serve as a launch pad with international reach to help you connect with the professional services you need to bring your "Eh" game (see what we did there...) both on and off the stage. We offer in house musician wellness certification, education, services and we only partner with those that speak to the same vibe of personal and professional development and world-class service. Wanna learn more? Wanna help? Head to www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Progress, commitment to the lifestyle and consistency. That, coupled with the fact that many of us don't know where to look or can't afford proactive services like exercise conditioning are 5 of the reasons why you may not be getting as much from life as you'd like. Our guest today, Joel Porayko - Strength and Conditioning Coach, singer/songwriter and Physical Literacy student at MRU gives us a run down on what he's doing to help remedy that, as well as what's on his typical workout playlist and what exercise trends he's noticed as 2021 unrolls.  Please reach out to Joel to jump into his live online workouts each week or check out his online exercise programming "30 RX" program. Just a dollar a day! Head to the site below, shoot him a note with the discount code "Unicorn" and he'll help you out with your registration. synergy-performance.ca For my Canadian friends! All y'all Canadian music makers, the Unison Benevolent Fund is a non-profit, registered leading charity that provides counselling and emergency relief services to the Canadian music community. They're an assistance program – created and administered for the music community, by the music community – designed to provide discreet relief to music industry professionals in times of crisis through financial assistance and counselling and health solutions. Please head over to unisonfund.ca and register if you're a Canadian music maker to ensure you're taken care of in these strange times. it costs nothing to register and their services are truly amazing.  And as always, find all the things Music Fit at musicfitcollective.com  We have a bunch of great resources coming your way this week, so be sure to stay in tune and join the herd!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Let's call a spade a spade. We all get those nerves when it comes to that big performance. It can absolutely cripple us if we let it. But what if I told you that you could channel those same feelings into an Elite Performance? Pretty wild, right? Dig into the conversation with Dr. Sierra Baird (sierrabaird.com), licensed Psychologist and Music Performance Coach and find out how her new Elite Performance program is redefining the way we think about our performance anxiety, our focus and how we can dive deeper into the dialogue we have with ourselves to fully optimize our lives both on and off the stage. It's powerful stuff!  Check out Sierra on Instagram @drsierrabaird Save $25 with this discount code: Unicorn Just click that, enter "Unicorn" in the coupon code at the check out and get started today! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What is The Music Fit Collective? Are you a musician or industry professional? Looking to connect with resources and professionals to help eat better, get your head straight or relieve that nagging back? Do you wanna serve the rest of the industry and help inspire, educate and empower musicians to live well? Join the Herd! www.facebook.com/groups/themusicfitherd How many healthy musicians have you met? Fkn Unicorns, right...?! Wanna learn more? www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

What the eff does "be well" mean anyway? It seems like this past year has carved out two camps, those who lead and those who don't. Those who lead are free from interruption and the rest are still waiting for someone else to give them permission to do something.  We got to sit down with Matthew Cataldo of Montreal's Sombra, a band that makes music to turn off the lights to. They've been tearing it up this past year, and Matthew shares some of his experiences that lead to the production of "Free From Interruption". We get into how mental wellbeing and health in general plays a critical part in the rock star lifestyle. He's shown the way for others to follow and invest their time into themselves, get all weird and introspective and come out the other side with a laundry list of lessons learned. Alliteration aside, this was an awesome conversation and we're excited to share this as the pilot episode of the brand, spanking new Music Fit Podcast.  Let's do this thing! Check out Sombra's latest album "Free From Interruption" at https://sombramtl.bandcamp.com/ And hit 'em up on the gram at @sombra.mtl _______________________________________________________________________________________ What is The Music Fit Collective? Are you a musician or industry professional? Looking to connect with resources and professionals to help eat better, get your head straight or relieve that nagging back? Do you wanna serve the rest of the industry and help inspire, educate and empower musicians to live well? Join the Herd! www.facebook.com/groups/themusicfitherd How many healthy musicians have you met? Fkn Unicorns, right...?! Are you a unicorn? Would it be nuts to get you to take our quiz and find out? Go ahead, click the link. www.musicfitcollective.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Ryan J Walla is a Level 3 Enlifted Coach who's work moves people through the power of their own words. Sweet, eh? Get into your subconscious thoughts and free up your life. Ryan and I dig into it, rad music and everything between. Check it out. Stick around til the end of the show too, as we chat about my 2021 Karma "Broga" Classes where we move and flow to some seriously kick ass music. A whole new take on movement and music.  Find Ryan on instagram @ryanjwalla, on Facebook at Ryan Walla - Coaching or visit him at forgestrength.com If you're into the Broga and would like a free guest pass hit me head to rockymountainsmf.com and inquire about flow.  Boom. That's it, my homies.  Peace --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Well, 2020 has been a ride. Totally a year to remember, learn from and grow. My guest and I on today's show, decide to get into the thick of things with regards to sexual imagery, body shaming and oftentimes subconscious stings that affect our expectations in many facets of our lives. 2020 just highlights it as everything has gone virtual and in an era where digital is "king" (sexist metaphor acknowledged), maybe now's a good time to make it Queen.  And as I mentioned before we start the convo, please reach out if you're feeling the heat and wanna talk. If you're a musician check out these organizations and open up to someone. Completely free and confidential and if they aren't the right fit, they'll direct you to the right people. Canada - unisonfund.ca   USA - https://www.grammy.com/musicares (note* I may have said MusicHeals... that's another fantastic Music Therapy organization in Canada)  Australia - https://www.listenupmusic.com.au/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

To cap off the week we circle back to how it all began. Your tribe. In part three of my convo with Doug Piller we discuss a bunch of radical music, how storytelling and Steel Mace Flow go hand in hand, the importance of breath, who Doug specializes with and what's next for him and perhaps the greatest lesson I took from our whole 3 hour chat; why sharing your dreams with the world is the key to unlocking your higher self. Enjoy! Timestamp: 4:00 - Music 30:00 - Steel Mace Flow + Storywork 40:00 Breath and Drugs 44:00 Regular Dudes and Veterans alike, listen up! 47:00 What's next and the connection to creativity or destruction... 52:00 Hawaii... 56:00 Share Your Dreams! If you enjoyed this series please give the show a rating and review in your favourite podcast platform as it really helps us get the word out to more music industry professionals that could use the help to level up their game. Follow Doug at @Dougie_p_ and @sandiego_steelmace - whale's vagina... when in Rome... For more on me, head to miketheschwartz.com and find out if you're fkn unicorn or not. www.miketheschwartz.com/musicfitcollective Til next time, stay sweet y'all. Peace! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Have you ever found yourself saying something like "Ah, no thanks - It's all good" when someone tried to buy you a coffee? Or when they try to pay you a compliment you come up with some shitty reason they shouldn't have said it ...? I've been there, but now it just drives my bonkers when I hear it. Just say "thank you"! My guest Doug Piller gets super vulnerable with me as we talk about the stories we've been reshaping and strategies to help you shape yours. Here's the author of the book I talk about in the intro - aubreymarcus.com Timestamps 8:00 "Gifts" 15:00 "soft language" 24:00 "Command Philosophy" 30:00 "Storywork" 35:00 San Diego Steel Mace Flow 40:00 Military Screenings 45:00 Music + Social Change --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Ever heard the phrase "when you continue to have the same problem that problem is you"? You can imagine how critical it would be to have the ability to recognize patterns and disrupt the ones that'd kill you in a literal war zone. However, the daily choices we make are often disregarded as life and death situations on their own, until they pile up higher than a bunch of monks in an opium pit. Today on part 1 of my marathon chat with US Marine, Enlifted Level 2, Steel Mace Flow Level 1 with Honors and CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach, Doug Piller we get into the effects of language on our behaviour, how different coaching styles suit different people at different times and Doug's unique background and how he's learned from his past to move forward to be the best he can each day. This dude's a legend and one of my coaches so I'm very excited to share with you all the power that be with these next few shows.  Please share this one out with someone you care about if you dig it.  Here are the convo timestamps: 4:00 Intro and background 25:00 Doug's superpower 34:00 "Wordsmithing" and day to day language 43:00 Shit talking yourself --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Yo fam! I've had some shitty starts to my days just like you, right? Right. I now have a consistent practice I wanna share with ou to optimize your day from the get go.  Here's the resources for you to go take a crack yourself... shout out to Wim and Aubrey. Grab These guys' books to level your game up. wimhofmethod.com aubreymarcus.com Here's the awesome light lamp I use for waking up waaaaaay better. There's a ton on amazon and in local stores ranging form $30-$300 CAD, so you do you, boo. I went with the Cadrim. Birds chirping, oceans, campfires...sunset glow. Perfection. Giv'r....  As always, if you dug today's show please share it out with someone you care about and rate and review in your favourite platform. That helps get this kinda shit into more people's ears that really need it. So you're like a miracle worker. That's rad, right?  Til next time, y'all stay sweet!  PEACE --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Are you spending far too much time doing useless shit? Trying to be everything to everyone? I was there. For a long time actually. Still fall into it from time to time. I was traditionally a 'Yes man'... however I've learned from getting burnt time and time again. Today I share with you the three quintessential things to help you prioritize the most important thing you can choose to do. Every time. It's all about being disciplined with your decision making power and it's helped to change my life and change the lives of many others in my life. Check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

I am a big believer in bringing joy and happiness at whatever cost to help others. Oftentimes I find myself acting like a kid in order to achieve that. I sent this to one of my most favourite humans in the whole world earlier this week. It seemed to help. Let's all take a lesson from kids and have some fun this weekend, y'all.  Lemme know what other readings you'd like and in what voice. I can do that.  Stay sweet! Peace.  M --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

All about reflection on this solo cast - plus a hot tip to manage expectations by just being more direct with your language.  Things are switching up as we move through a new season, super exciting - but in honour of American Thanksgiving, I'm super grateful for my health and wellness and you should be too. So check out my post on IG here with "Darwin" my pooch and comment below with the one word that describes how a healthy lifestyle has impacted you.  That's it, that's all... change of seasons, folks. Peace M --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

We spend a lot of time being told it's all about affirmations. You'll get everything you want if you just affirm it. I'm going to challenge that. I wanna introduce a concept called Interrogative Self-Talk - getting a conversation with ourselves going. It's super cool. Here's why: Our brain is wired to believe. So, how do we get to the place where we can believe in order to achieve? We gotta actually challenge ourselves. Rationally we then put into order and make sense of things and then work out a way to believe and therefore achieve. Try it out. Boom. One way to affirm stuff is with I'm hosting a "Lunch n' Learn" at 12:07 MST Wednesday November 25th (6:07 AEST Thursday November 26th... "Breaky n' Brains" ??) So please visit my Facebook Page www.facebook.com/miketheschwartz if you'd like to sit in on that. You can also register here. Just like my FB page and check the replay if you happen to catch this episode afterwards.  Thanks y'all. Til Next time. Stay sweet. PAYCE! About The Host - Mike Schwartz Mike Schwartz is an internationally renowned educator, curator and the BA MTHRFKN OG of Musician Wellness. Mike graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Political Science and a Management and Society minor. He is a CHEK Institute Practitioner, holds his ACE-CPT and his Precision Nutrition Exercise Nutrition Coaching Cert, and a Cert IV in Exercise Conditioning. He is in the process of attaining his post-grad in Exercise Science through the NSCA as a CSCS. AKA "The Rock Doctor" he has contributed to Canadian Musician Magazine, appeared on Rick Barker's "The Music Industry Blueprint Podcast" and his 2017 publication "The Musician's Guide To Surviving The Rock Star Lifestyle" has seen him grace the international stage for talks and workshops at Canadian Music Week, Australian Music Week, BreakOut West, Abbey Road Institute, Studios 301, Folk Music Ontario and the Canadian Country Music Awards. He maintains a select roster of musicians and non-musicians alike all around the globe with his signature virtual coaching method to stay hands on with his coaching skills. When not coaching, you'll catch Mike training himself or making music, art or enjoying a good book and a coffee. He loves the mountains, playing or watching hockey and spending time with loved ones and his beloved best friend, Darwin his 5 year old Golden-Sheptriever rescue who makes everyone happy. For more information on Mike, and to become a BAMF Neo-Rockstar Unicorn click miketheschwartz.com Find Mike on all your favourite socials @miketheschwartz Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

The online world has been both a blessing and a curse. Since COVID hit, more and more education has been hitting the big ol' world wide web, and as Sierra and I get into in this show - musicians have been taking more time to really level up their personal skills and that includes their health.  We speak about some options that we've Implemented in our respective practices to help make health more accessible. To learn more about Dr. Sierra Baird www.sierrabaird.com And if you're interested in learning more about how to eat, when to eat and what to eat so you can feel better and do good things in life - Grab a seat this Wednesday November 25th at 12:07 MST. I'm hosting a little what's what on Musician Nutrition.  Register your butt right here. That's it, that's all.  Thanks for listening. Please share this episode out and rate and review if you're so inclined. Peace y'all. About The Host - Mike Schwartz Mike Schwartz is an internationally renowned educator, curator and the BA MTHRFKN OG of Musician Wellness. Mike graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Political Science and a Management and Society minor. He is a CHEK Institute Practitioner, holds his ACE-CPT and his Precision Nutrition Exercise Nutrition Coaching Cert, and a Cert IV in Exercise Conditioning. He is in the process of attaining his post-grad in Exercise Science through the NSCA as a CSCS. AKA "The Rock Doctor" he has contributed to Canadian Musician Magazine, appeared on Rick Barker's "The Music Industry Blueprint Podcast" and his 2017 publication "The Musician's Guide To Surviving The Rock Star Lifestyle" has seen him grace the international stage for talks and workshops at Canadian Music Week, Australian Music Week, BreakOut West, Abbey Road Institute, Studios 301, Folk Music Ontario and the Canadian Country Music Awards. He maintains a select roster of musicians and non-musicians alike all around the globe with his signature virtual coaching method to stay hands on with his coaching skills. When not coaching, you'll catch Mike training himself or making music, art or enjoying a good book and a coffee. He loves the mountains, playing or watching hockey and spending time with loved ones and his beloved best friend, Darwin his 5 year old Golden-Sheptriever rescue who makes everyone happy. For more information on Mike, and to become a BAMF Neo-Rockstar Unicorn click miketheschwartz.com Find Mike on all your favourite socials @miketheschwartz Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Yo! Fun Fact Friday - breaks be bomb-diggity. That's not even a real word but I like it so it's going to stay. Truth, though - studies show a huge increase in motivation and productivity from breaking up the day with a simple 15 minute walk outside sans phone with a friend to break up the cognitive overload.  Find this shit cool? Me too. Head to masterclass.com get your annual membership and register for Daniel Pink's "Sales and Persuasion" Learn more about Danny-boy here: danpink.com About The Host - Mike Schwartz Mike Schwartz is an internationally renowned educator, curator and the BA MTHRFKN OG of Musician Wellness. Mike graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of P. Sci and MGSO, is a CHEK Institute Practitioner, holds his ACE-CPT and his Precision Nutrition Exercise Nutrition Coaching Cert, and a Cert IV in Exercise Conditioning. He is in the process of attaining his post-grad in Exercise Science through the NSCA as a CSCS. AKA "The Rock Doctor" he has contributed to Canadian Musician Magazine, appeared on Rick Barker's "The Music Industry Blueprint Podcast" and his 2017 publication "The Musician's Guide To Surviving The Rock Star Lifestyle" has seen him grace the international stage for talks and workshops at Canadian Music Week, Australian Music Week, BreakOut West, Abbey Road Institute, Studios 301, Folk Music Ontario and the Canadian Country Music Awards. He maintains a select roster of musicians and non-musicians alike all around the globe with his signature virtual coaching method to stay hands on with his coaching skills. When not coaching, you'll catch Mike training himself or making music, art or enjoying a good book and a coffee. He loves the mountains, playing or watching hockey and spending time with loved ones and his beloved best friend, Darwin his 5 year old Golden-Sheptriever rescue who makes everyone happy. For more information on Mike, and to apply to become a BAMF Neo-Rockstar program click miketheschwartz.com Find Mike on all your favourite socials @miketheschwartz Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

I like to MOVE IT, MOVE IT! But seriously... How the eff do I get my ass up and do the things that'll make the world a better place? If you're like me, I'll share with you one tip that'll blow your mind: Tell the world! Tune in today for a quick personal story of mine about how one of my mentors, Chris Howlett (businesscoachingu.com) taught me how social commitment can really kick your ass into overdrive. That's it from me, y'all. Stay sweet. PAYCE! About The Host - Mike Schwartz Mike Schwartz is an internationally renowned educator, curator and the BA MTHRFKN OG of musician wellness. AKA "The Rock Doctor" he has contributed to Canadian Musician Magazine, appeared on Rick Barker's "The Music Industry Blueprint Podcast" and has graced the international stage for talks and workshops at Canadian Music Week, Australian Music Week, BreakOut West, Abbey Road Institute, Studios 301, Folk Music Ontario and the Canadian Country Music Awards. Mike graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of P. Sci and MGSO, is a CHEK Institute Practitioner, has his ACE-CPT and his Precision Nutrition Exercise Nutrition Coaching Cert and his Cert IV in Exercise Conditioning. He is in the process of attaining his post-grad in Exercise Science through the NSCA as a CSCS.  He maintains a select roster of musicians and non-musicians alike all around the globe with his signature virtual coaching method to stay hands on with his coaching skills. When not coaching, you'll catch Mike training himself or making music, art or enjoying a good book and a coffee. He loves the mountains, playing or watching hockey and spending time with loved ones and his beloved best friend, Darwin his 5 year old Golden-Sheptriever rescue who makes everyone happy. For more information on Mike, and to apply to become a BAMF Neo-Rockstar program click miketheschwartz.com Find Mike on all your favourite socials @miketheschwartz Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

In today's show I had the privilege of chatting with returning guest, Rusty Osborne. Rusty works with individuals on nutritional habits and behavioural change in an effort to help them achieve weight loss goals. This conversation will tap the nerves of some, if not many so be warned. We address common trends we have seen in our line of work and provide practical solutions in order to help address these concerns. COVID has cranked the sadness and depressive states of mind among many and we talk about ways to self-care and action your way out of those darker, boredom-driven places. For more on Rusty, hit up rustyosborne.com Please let me know what you think of this show and drop me a line on any of my socials. Feel free to join the tribe and get early access to all the cool free shit I give away to my crew.  Join The Tribe, click to subscribe! Free fitness, + nutrition info and Zoom webinars, deals on coaching and services offered by the rest of the Music Fit Collective, you know? Services like Rusty's offers - most importantly the latest music and books that I'm diggin' to help take that unicorn you've got inside ya.  Check it all out here miketheschwartz.com Please rate, review and share this episode out with someone you care about show if you dug it!  'Til next time folks, y'all stay sweet! PEACE! About The Host - Mike Schwartz Mike Schwartz is an internationally renowned educator, curator and the BA MTHRFKN OG of Musician Wellness. Mike graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of P. Sci and MGSO, is a CHEK Institute Practitioner, holds his ACE-CPT and his Precision Nutrition Exercise Nutrition Coaching Cert, and a Cert IV in Exercise Conditioning. He is in the process of attaining his post-grad in Exercise Science through the NSCA as a CSCS. AKA "The Rock Doctor" he has contributed to Canadian Musician Magazine, appeared on Rick Barker's "The Music Industry Blueprint Podcast" and his 2017 publication "The Musician's Guide To Surviving The Rock Star Lifestyle" has seen him grace the international stage for talks and workshops at Canadian Music Week, Australian Music Week, BreakOut West, Abbey Road Institute, Studios 301, Folk Music Ontario and the Canadian Country Music Awards. He maintains a select roster of musicians and non-musicians alike all around the globe with his signature virtual coaching method to stay hands on with his coaching skills. When not coaching, you'll catch Mike training himself or making music, art or enjoying a good book and a coffee. He loves the mountains, playing or watching hockey and spending time with loved ones and his beloved best friend, Darwin his 5 year old Golden-Sheptriever rescue who makes everyone happy. For more information on Mike, and to apply to become a BAMFKN Neo-Rockstar click miketheschwartz.com Find Mike on all your favourite socials @miketheschwartz Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

This week we're talking all things motivation! How to get up off your ass and do the things that'll make you and the people around you better off. Tune in today to learn how to make your big goals less daunting principle as taught by Daniel Pink, NYT Best Selling Author in his Masterclass on "Sales and Persuasion" - www.masterclass.com Learn more about Daniel here: danpink.com That's it from me, y'all.  'Til next time - Stay sweet. PAYCE! About The Host - Mike Schwartz Mike Schwartz is an internationally renowned keynote speaker and advocate of musician health and wellness. He's also known as "The Rock Doctor" and has appeared as a collaborator in Canadian Musician, appeared on Rick Barker's "The Music Industry Blueprint Podcast" and has graced the international stage for talks and workshops at Canadian Music Week, Australian Music Week, BreakOut West, Abbey Road Institute, Studios 301, Folk Music Ontario and the Canadian Country Music Awards. Mike graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of P. Sci and MGSO, is a CHEK Institute Practitioner, has his ACE-CPT and his Precision Nutrition Exercise Nutrition Coaching Cert and his Cert IV in Exercise Conditioning. He is in the process of attaining his post-grad in exercise science through the NSCA as a CSCS. He maintains a select roster of musicians and non-musicians alike all around the globe with his signature virtual coaching method to stay hands on with his coaching skills. When not coaching, you'll catch Mike training himself or making music, art or enjoying a good book and a coffee. He loves the mountains, playing or watching hockey and spending time with loved ones and his beloved best friend, Darwin his 5 year old Golden-Sheptriever rescue who makes everyone happy. For more information on Mike, inquire about booking or his coaching and all of his creative pursuits please check out miketheschwartz.com Find Mike on all your favourite socials @miketheschwartz Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Happy Monday! Okay, really? How many of us out there hate Monday's? It's more like dreading getting back to work and the long, hard week ahead - we're just not motivated to do much. We just want the weekend back. Well, wait. Maybe there's a way to hack that... This week we're talking motivation strategies! How to get your ass up and do the things that'll make you and the people around you better off.  Tune in today for my explanation of the "Just 5 More" principle as taught by Daniel Pink, NYT Best Selling Author in his Masterclass on "Sales and Persuasion" - www.masterclass.com Learn more about Daniel here: danpink.com That's it from me, y'all. Stay sweet. PAYCE! About The Host - Mike Schwartz Mike Schwartz is an internationally renowned keynote speaker and advocate of musician health and wellness. He's also known as "The Rock Doctor" and has appeared as a collaborator in Canadian Musician, appeared on Rick Barker's "The Music Industry Blueprint Podcast" and has graced the international stage for talks and workshops at Canadian Music Week, Australian Music Week, BreakOut West, Abbey Road Institute, Studios 301, Folk Music Ontario and the Canadian Country Music Awards. Mike graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of P. Sci and MGSO, is a CHEK Institute Practitioner, has his ACE-CPT and his Precision Nutrition Exercise Nutrition Coaching Cert and his Cert IV in Exercise Conditioning. He is in the process of attaining his post-grad in exercise science through the NSCA as a CSCS. He maintains a select roster of musicians and non-musicians alike all around the globe with his signature virtual coaching method to stay hands on with his coaching skills. When not coaching, you'll catch Mike training himself or making music, art or enjoying a good book and a coffee. He loves the mountains, playing or watching hockey and spending time with loved ones and his beloved best friend, Darwin his 5 year old Golden-Sheptriever rescue who makes everyone happy. For more information on Mike, inquire about booking or his coaching and all of his creative pursuits please check out miketheschwartz.com Find Mike on all your favourite socials @miketheschwartz Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message

Ever noticed when you hop into a new car, maybe it's a little Audi A4 or something - then you hit the road and suddenly there's like a million other Audi A4's on the road? That's your Reticular Activating System (RAS) in action; the automatic filter you have in you to help you focus on what's important. That said, focus on the things you want and you'll get them. You'll filter out all the extra bullshit. Check it out.  And for more on the RAS and how to learn better and get what you want, check out Jim Kwik's book - Limitless Here's a talk between Jim and Shawn Stevenson on how the RAS plays a big role in unlocking your brain's full potential. Master Your Focus In Turbulent Times & Unlock Your Limitless Brain - With Guest Jim Kwik That's it, taht's all, y'all.  Til next time, stay sweet! About The Host - Mike Schwartz Mike Schwartz is an internationally renowned keynote speaker and advocate of musician health and wellness. He's also known as "The Rock Doctor" and has appeared as a collaborator in Canadian Musician, appeared on Rick Barker's "The Music Industry Blueprint Podcast" and has graced the international stage for talks and workshops at Canadian Music Week, Australian Music Week, BreakOut West, Abbey Road Institute, Studios 301, Folk Music Ontario and the Canadian Country Music Awards. Mike graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of P. Sci and MGSO, is a CHEK Institute Practitioner, has his ACE-CPT and his Precision Nutrition Exercise Nutrition Coaching Cert and his Cert IV in Exercise Conditioning. He is in the process of attaining his post-grad in exercise science through the NSCA as a CSCS. He maintains a select roster of musicians and non-musicians alike all around the globe with his signature virtual coaching method to stay hands on with his coaching skills. When not coaching, you'll catch Mike training himself or making music, art or enjoying a good book and a coffee. He loves the mountains, playing or watching hockey and spending time with loved ones and his beloved best friend, Darwin his 5 year old Golden-Sheptriever rescue who makes everyone happy. For more information on Mike, inquire about booking or his coaching and all of his creative pursuits please check out miketheschwartz.com Find Mike on all your favourite socials @miketheschwartz Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themusicfitpodcast/message