In this episode you will learn from Beverley Simpson. Mom, entrepreneur, marketing guru and former fitness manager. Beverley talks through her journey of being a mom and leaving a comfortable job to chase her dream and a better situation for her children. You will hear: What motivated Beverley to leave her job and start her […]
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The Brain, Energy, and Caffeine w/ Kent Yoshimura
Today we are honored to hear Kent Yoshimura talk through energy, caffeine and brain function. Kent’s background is in cognitive neuroscience and he is the co-founder of Neuro gum and mints (a product I sincerely love and use myself. You may have seen Kent and his co-founder Ryan on Shark Tank and the Forbes 30 […]
Lifestyle as Medicine: the passion and purpose. W/ Mike Ricchio
Today you hear from your host! Learn the history, purpose and goals of the Lifestyle as Medicine podcast. I talk you through my history and the events that lead up to the launch of this podcast. You will hear: How the death of my father has impacted my life and career. Statistics on the worlds […]
Understanding Your Exercise Program w/ Michelle Boland
In this episode you will hear from exercise specialist Doctor Michelle Boland. Michelle is the owner of Michelle Boland Training and her experience includes Division 1 athletes and general population and has been heard speaking across the country for the top fitness and health organizations. Currently she is working with both virtual and in person […]
Defining Pain w/ Doctor of Physical Therapy Franco Calabrese
Today we learn from DPT Franco Calabrese. Franco works for React Physical Therapy in downtown Chicago and I’m fortunate to have him as a direct referral for my athletes and clients. Franco graduated from the University of Michigan, originally starting out as a bonds trader before finding his passion in helping people increase their quality […]
Making life transitions, with Katie Hoff and Todd Anderson
This week you will hear from an athletic power couple and two of the hardest working and most intelligent people I’ve been honored to work with. Katie Hoff and Todd Anderson discuss their time in professional sports and how they’ve made tough transitions into the next stages of their lives. You’ll also hear Katie’s experience […]
The power of philanthropy, on others and ourselves, with Josh Hale
In this episode you will hear from Josh Hale, President and CEO of Big Shoulders Fund. Big Shoulders fund is a charity group that works with 76 inner city Catholic Schools in the Chicago-land area. The fund provides everything from scholarships and mentorships to organizing volunteer groups inside the schools and aiding in enrollment. The […]
Exercise as prevention with professor Dr. Stacey Ruholl
In this episode you will hear from a mentor of mine, Dr. Stacey Ruholl. Dr. Ruholl is a professor in the department of Exercise science, sport and recreation at Eastern Illinois university, as well as the director of the Adult Fitness program which works directly with the surrounding community. In this episode you will hear […]
Movement as Medicine with Kevin Carr
In this episode you will hear for Kevin Carr, owner of Movement as Medicine and general manager of Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning in Boston, MA. Kevin is an exercise specialist, massage therapist and national fitness seminar speaker. Listen in as Kevin and I discuss the process of exercise, the relationship between massage and fitness […]
Genetics, disease and the role of the fitness professional with David Harris.
Today you hear from David Harris, former Vice President of Health and Human Performance with Equinox Fitness clubs and currently doing great work with Simon Sinek. David has been a pivotal piece to the fitness industry, and specifically to myself as a fitness professional. He has helped to grow the role of a fitness pro, […]