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James Thomas from Mantrayana joins us for episode 260 to discuss the transformative healing powers of sound. James is a multi-talented creative who is passionate about using the power of immersive experiences to help people relax and find inner peace. As a musician, immersive meditation specialist, filmmaker, and comedic screenwriter, James has a wealth of experience in the arts and entertainment industry. He is the creator of The Mantrayana, an innovative immersive experience that combines music, and meditation to help people connect with their inner selves. In addition, James is the co-writer, co-editor, and producer of the award-winning feature documentary. inGREEDients. A film that explores the use of harmful ingredients used by the food industry, with a focus on label reading and awareness of what you put into your body. With his unique blend of artistic and spiritual talents, James is dedicated to helping people find greater meaning and fulfillment in their lives.Stay Connected MantrayanaYouTubeInstagra

In episode 259 of A.B.R, we have the pleasure of hosting Coach Dan John, an exceptional personality whose Instagram tag reflects his extensive knowledge and expertise: "I lift things. I throw things. I know things."Coach John is a distinguished All-American discus thrower and Olympic weightlifter, and he has authored multiple books and essays on both these subjects. Not just that, he is also a Fulbright Scholar and has taught religious studies at Columbia College of Missouri, along with delivering lectures at St. Mary's University in Twickenham, England. So, don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the most accomplished and versatile professionals in the field of athletics. Tune in to our podcast now!Stay ConnectedDan John UniversityYouTubeInstagram 

Join us for an unforgettable episode 258 with the exceptional Ricky Frausto, a former UNO wrestler and CrossFit Level 4 Coach. In this epic conversation, Ricky shares his expert insights on fitness, strength & conditioning, wrestling, and building community. With a degree in Exercise Science from UNO and experience as the Head Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coordinator for various athletic teams, Ricky is a true authority in his field. He founded CrossFit Omaha and co-owned two more affiliates, and has now settled in Durango where he continues to coach CrossFit classes and provide personal training. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the fitness world's most inspiring figures. Tune in now!Stay ConnectedRicky JR Frausto Fitness

Chad Hall & Jay Stephenson from Run Free Training join us for episode 257 to discuss their Holistic Five Fingers approach to running which is an adaptavie training method inspired by Olympic Marathoner Ryan Hall.Stay Connected Run Free Training InstagramYouTube

Owner, and Head Coach at Unbreakable Athletics Academy Jim Beebe joins us for episode 256 to discuss athletic performance, building a business in the fitness industry and developing brand awareness.  Unbreakable Athletics Academy has 200+ memebrs consisting of adults looking to get stronger & healthier, college and high schools athletes looking to take their performance to the next level and military & first responders preparing to protect and serve there communities. Unbreakable Athletics AcademyFacebookInstagram

Edinboro Fighting Scots Head Wrestling Coach Matt Hill joins us for Episode 255 of ABR.  In his sixth season at the helm Coach Hill talks about the pride in coaching at his alma mater, the challenges of big a mid major school, his CEO values and mindset, along with the challenges that come with NIL deals and the transfer portal.Stay Connected Edinboro WrestlingTwitterFacebook

Paper Stree Coffee CEO/Owner Gabe Maldonado joins us for episode 254.  Gabe stopped by to chop it up about coffee roasting, brand building, crossfit, New Jersey and of course you know we got Gabe to weigh in on the great Pork Roll,v. Taylor Ham debate Stay Connected Paper Street CoffeeInstagramFacebook

Matt & Cherie Chan from Train FTW joins us for Episode 253 Born out of a love of the outdoors and being fit to move swiftly in the backcountry TrainFTW designs programming to optimize your fitness potential to help you reach your goals in & out of the gym!Stay Connected TrainFTWTrainFTW InstagramTrainFTW YouTube

Dr Darren Candow joins us for episode 252 to discuss the myths, facts, and vast benefits of Creatine supplementation.  Dr Candow, PhD, CSEP=CEP, is a professor and Director of Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory in the Kinesilogy and Health Studies at the University of Regina, Canada.  Dr. Candows's internationally renowned research program develops effectice lifestyle interventions involving nutrition (primarily creatrine monohydrate) and physical activity (resistance training for improving aging. Stay Connected Dr, Candow's Socials Instagram Twitter 

Breath Coach and Author Bob Frissell joins us for episode 251.  Bob is the founder of the Breath Alchemy Technique and has been a teacher of breathwork for more than 35 years. A senior student of Jim Leonard in breathwork and Drunvalo Melchizedek in the “Flower of Life,” he is the author of several books, including Catching the Ascension Wave & Nothing in This Book Is True, But It's Exactly How Things Are: The Secret History of the Earth, Merkaba Activation, and Breath Alchemy.Stay Connected Bob FrissellBob's Books

Author & Deadhead Joel Blaeser joins us for episode 250 of ABR. Joel Blaeser is the author of the non-fiction autobiographical drama "Letters from Marion: A Deadhead's Journey From Peace to a Supermax Prision" and came across our radar through is interview on Soft White UnderbellyInstagramTwitterLetters From Marion

2X New York Times/Wall Street Journal Best-selling author, Robb Wolf joins us for episode 249.   Robb has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world with his books; The Paleo Solution, Wired to Eat, and along with Diana Rodgers, hs co-authored the book, Sacred Cow which explains why well-raised meat is good for us and good for the planet.Stay Connected Robb Wolf InstagramTwitterYouTube 

Author and runner Scott Douglas joins us for episode 248.  Scott is a veteran running, fitness, and health journalist who has held senior editorial positions at Runner’s World and Running Times. Much of his writing translates sport science research and elite best practices into practical guidance for everyday athletes. He is the author or coauthor of several running books, including Running Is My Therapy, Advanced Marathoning, and Meb for Mortals. Scott has also written about running for Slate, The Atlantic, the Washington Post, and other members of the sedentary media. His lifetime running odometer is past 110,000 miles, but he’s as much in love as ever. Stay Connected Scott's BooksScott's Articles Instagram

Lander University Head Wrestling Coach R.C. LaHaye joins us for episode 247.  Fresh off their second straight runner-up finish at the NCAA D2 National Championship and their second individual National Champion in school history; Coach LaHaye stopped by to fill us in on the Bearcats program and Lander University in Greenwood, South Carolina.  In his 5th season Coach LaHaye was the 2023 Div. II National Coach of The Year, a 2023 South Carolina HOF Honoree, the 2022 - 2023 Super Region II Coach of The Year, and the Head Coach of four top-10 NCAA Div. II teams.  The Bearcats were led by home grown talents, David Hunsberger who won the NCAA D2 National Championship at 165 lbs! Hunsberger wrestled at Byrnes High School. Juan Edmond-Holmes was the NCAA D2 National Runner-up at 285 lbs! Edmond-Holmes wrestled at Goose Creek during high school.Lander by the numbers in 2023 -2024 NCAA DII Runner-Up / NCAA SRII Champions / Conference Carolinas Champions / 1 National Champion / 2 National Finalists / 6 All-Americans / 9

CrossFit OG and Former Cal Poly SLO Wrestler Bill Grundler joins us for episode 246! Bill is the owner of CrossFit Inferno, he's competeted at the CrossFit Games (finishing as the 2nd fittest master in 2015) and has done color comentary for The CrossFit Games as well as NCAA Wrestling events.  This was a great conversation as Bill dove into the benefits of CrossFit for wrestlers, being teammates Chcuk Liddell, and being a Fire Fighter and dealing with trauma in that line of work.Stay Connected Bill GrundlerCrossFit InfernoInstagramFacebook

University of Arkansas Little Rock Head Wrestling Coach Neil Erisman joins us for episode 245.  Coach Erisman is the first Coach in Little Rock history taking on the program in June of 2018.  Fast forward and the Trojan's are the regular season Pac-12 Dual Meet Champions and were runner ups at last weekends Pac-12 Championships qualifing 5 individuals for the National Championships.Stay Connected UA Little Rock Trojans TwitterInstagram 

Author and Breathwork Practitoner Jesse Coomer joins us for episode 244 of ABR.  Jesse stopped by to dicuss his new book "The Lanquage of Breath" and the connection with breathing to language.  Jesse works with athletes, CEOs, first responders, military, and people from every walk of life who seek to optimize their performance, reduce their anxiety levels, and live a healthier life.Stay Connected Jesse Coomer InstagramYouTube

Brody Longo returns to recap his Philadelphia Marathon experience on episode 243.  Fresh off his first Marathon finish Brody stopped to give us the low down on his first 26.2 journey; from the training cycles, using vdot methods, fueling, to race day, soups to nuts, Brody breaks it all down for y'all!Stay Connected Brody Longo Slinging Ink Tattoo InstagramSlinging Ink Tattoo 

CrossFit HQ Flow Master, Entrepreneur & 6 CrossFit Games Athlete Pat Barber joins us for Episode 242. Pat is a Santa Cruz Native and has been working For CrossFit HQ almost since its inception. Pat stopped by to chop it up about training, coaching, traveling, business and fatherhood.Stay Connected InstagramYouTubeFacebookhttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com

VMI Head Wrestling Coach Jim Gibson joins us this week on ABR to discuss the Keydets wrestling program and shares all the Virginia Military Institute experiece has to offer high school wrestlers looking to wrestle at the Division 1 level. Prior to his time at VMI, Coach Gibson spent 6 years as the Head Assistant coach at Bucknell University and started his career as a Graduate Assistant at Clarion. Gibson was a 4 year stater at Endinboro and was the 197 EWL runner up in 2007, qualifing him for the NCAA Championships.Stay Connectedhttps://vmikeydets.com/sports/wrestlinghttps://twitter.com/coachgibby197?lang=enYouTube Live Stream