Training for LIFE Podcast

Ebele Oguhebe is on a mission to promote positivity and healthy living. She shares her journey and resources on Instagram @confidentlyugly and @thepositivityclinic

Randall Pfaff is the founder of Stonecutter Performance where he provides business coaching, personal training, group training, certifications, and video services. Follow Randall's journey at:https://www.facebook.com/pg/stonecutterperformancesystemshttps://www.instagram.com/randallbubbapfaff/

Kevin Ives is a strength coach, a yoga teacher, a former bobsledder, and, as he would say: just a dude living life. You can follow Kevin and his recent adventures on Instagram @kivess6

Jessica Lewis is an awesome strength coach and owner of KnockoutPrintShop.com where she provides functional planner products to help her clientele get the most out of their days, weeks, months, and years.

Yael is a yoga instructor, cancer survivor and overall amazing person who provides services in the District of Columbia and abroad. You can find out more about her journey and services at yaelflusberg.com

Ben and Mike catch up and break down Ben's recent training routine, including his plans for his first Ultra Marathon.

Rob Satterwhite is the owner of Strong Ox Crossfit in Oxford, North Carolina. In this episode, Mike and Rob discuss Rob's strength training journey, from being coached in High School weightlifting to being a coach at his own gym.

Jess Sullivan is the owner of Taproot Training, LLC, a serial entrepreneur with adventures in the tiny house world and owning her own vegan bakery. You can find out more about Jess on Instagram @taproot.training

Ben and Mike catch up to discuss our current reading of "The Practice of Natural Movement" by Erwan Le Corre, our approach to coaching, and what's happening in our seasonal health pursuits.

Enrique is currently working as an advisor for the CHRO at the Inter-American Development Bank. He's also the founder of Hacking HR, a global community to discuss HR and technology, and co-founder of Cotopaxi, an artificial intelligence-based recruitment platform for Latin America.

Tommy Royer is a badass writer and Strength Coach who runs StrengthIsKing.com while coaching and training out of Beyond Strength Performance and OneLife Fitness in Northern Virginia.

Adam Geiger is a professional strongman in the 105k weight class. He owns Hiitbox Gym in Brighton Colorado and can be found on Instagram @105kpro_strongmangeiger

In this episode, Ben and Mike discuss strategies to change up a training routine, seasons of fitness, and how to navigate it all.

In this episode: - The power of touch- The subjectivity of pain- Being more aware of your body

In this episode: - The power of touch- The subjectivity of pain- Being more aware of your body

Greg and Mike sit down on an early morning after fire duty to talk about Greg's most recent adventure on the AT from Maine to Georgia.

Mike & Ben meet in-person to chat about getting our minds right this holiday season.

Mike and fellow coach Amad Siddique talk about mobility, resources, and the next month in their #training4life.

In this episode, Mike & Ben chat and be literary. Topics covered include: - Thoughts on what we're reading- Injury recovery strategies- Learning how to train differently- Ideal food environment- Ideal fitness environmentsLearn more, like how to train yourself, training for your lifestyle, live online personal training, and moving like a human being at VTS Headquarters: http://www.VIVOTrainingSystems.com

In this episode, Mike and Ben chat about injury recovery and strategies to aid recovery.

Mike & Ben discuss our current eating habits and our thoughts on common nutrition strategies.

Mike & Ben discuss plans for the spring and summer and how we think about motivation.

Mike & Ben discuss recent goals, reflections on the New Year, and strategies for making new healthy habits last.

Mike and Ben Pettit catch up before the holidays to talk running, basic body maintenance, and the holidays.

This episode I answered questions I elicited from facebook. If you need your health and fitness questions answers search VIVO Training Systems on Facebook, give us a like, and ask away! I’ll be sure to answer them in the best way I can. In order of questions answered: Holidays are coming up -- what strategies do you suggest for enjoying food with family and friends without going overboard?Any tips for staying safe and (relatively) comfortable while exercising outside in the cold?What do you think is the most overlooked food (nutrition wise) in the produce aisle?Why would you utilize a supplement over intaking more of the needed item in food?What are recommendations for before during and after workouts? And what foods would you say are best to get this intake versus a supplement? Expense- how do you save in cost? They can really add up!When is time switch supplements to get better results?How should my muscles feel when I’m being appropriately challenged? I just started weight training last month and have been loving it, but I tend to push a little too hard (I think).

Author of The Awakened Ape, Jevan Pradas joins Mike for hike on the Appalachian trail and talks about happiness, meditation, and an evolutionary perspective on health.

In this episode we talk about the habit loop and how to create lasting habits, one small step at a time.

A reflection on one of my favorite poems. If you're feeling like quitting, this is the episode for you.

This week's podcast is all about hormesis and how, with the right dose, you can become a stronger version of yourself. Wikipedia Hormesis: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hormesis

In this episode Mike breaks down a common conversation he has with his clients about the 4 pillars of health and how managing them can help create an environment for lasting change.

Gabe & Mike catch up in DC to talk about new cooking and country life adventures.

Reginal McCotter returns to talk training and tiny housing.

In this episode Mike and Gabrielle catch up after a few weeks and go over Spring transitions and our current perspectives.

Mike & Gabrielle talk about a special announcement, nicotine lozenges, Millennials, politics, workouts, updates on careers and just hang out.

In this episode Mike & Gabrielle catch up and discuss current business and life strategies in the worlds of food and fitness.

Mike & Gabrielle catch up and talk current events, life, and their careers in cooking and health

Mike and Gabe catch up over the holiday and discuss the seasons effects on the fitness and restaurant culture.

This week we catch up with Reggie and his volcano boarding, exercise geeking, beach loving, self.

Gabrielle and Mike catch up and discuss their evolving perspective on food, health, and life as millennials in Washington, D.C..

Mike and Gabrielle talk holidays, homes and behavior change in the studio.

Gabe & Mike catch up in the studio.

In this episode Mike chats with Chris Merritt, Head Coach at Beyond Strength Performance in Sterling, Virginia.For more info about Chris and BSPNOVA check out:www.BSPNOVA.com

Mike and Gabe catch up via Skype.

Mike and Gabe finally get to hang out in person. Mike gets his birthday present from Europe, and talks tiny house plans.

Mike and Gabe finally get to hang out in person. Mike gets his birthday present from Europe, and talks tiny house plans.Gabe talks cook transitions and new learning.Links mentioned:offgridquest.com

Gabe is back from her trip!In this episode we catch up, talk about travelling, and life philosophies follow suit.6 tips for Wanderlusting Well:1) Have less baggage (emotional & physical)2) Submit to the wanderlust3) Move ASAP4) Embrace the unknown5) Have no regrets6) Remember your time is limited

In this episode:M&M time! That stands for Mike Monologue...This week Mike features an article from one of his favorite writers on habit change, James Clear, of JamesClear.com. The original article is titled "This Simple Equation Reveals How Habits Shape Your Health, Happiness, and Wealth". Listen to the podcast, write notes, and read the original article. Then do it again. It's that useful.