This conversation is with Sport Psychiatrist Dr. Carla Edwards. Her practice focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness and psychological struggles in athletes. Dr. Carla completed her medical degree in Newfoundland and her psychiatry residency at McMaster University in Ontario. She has worked with a wide range of elite athletes and Olympians and is President of the International Society for Sport Psychiatry and on the board of directors for the Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine. And, not surprising, Dr. Edwards is an exceptional athlete herself. Throughout her years of education, she competed in numerous sports, but truly excelled in volleyball and was inducted into the Newfoundland and Labrador Sport Hall of Fame in 2015. We discuss: Opportunities and lessons learned through sport Sport psychiatry vs sport psychology  Common mental health concerns in athletes Sport specific factors that influence mood Post-Olympic depression Approach to eating disorders Psychotherapy as first line treatment Special considerations for psychiatric medications Stigma around mental health in athletes Connect: X: @Edwards10Carla  Instagram: @carlaedwards107 LinkedIn: Dr. Carla Edwards  Connect with me: @casswarbeck  Resources: Synergy Sport & Mental Health: http://www.synergysportmentalhealth.ca/  International Society for Sports Psychiatry: https://www.sportspsychiatry.org/  Article: Mental health considerations for athlete removal and return to play  Article: Intersection of mental health issues and RED-S  Article: Sports psychiatry clinical curriculum  Shop Nella, The Performance Probiotic: Use code CASS10 at checkout.  Theme music: Tyler Gaudon & audio editing and processing: Wyatt Pavlik  *Please appreciate that any information discussed is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider.* 

This conversation is with Dr. Andy Reed, an elite level ultra distance trail runner and sport medicine specialist located in Canmore, Alberta. Dr. Reed completed medical school in the UK and then trained as a family physician before beginning a full time sports medicine practice in Canmore in 2012. He has been the lead team physician for the Canadian National Biathlon, Cross Country, and Paranordic ski teams since 2005. He has a keen interest in the utility of ultrasound for the diagnosis and management of sports injuries and has extensive experience in the prevention and management of running related injuries.  We discuss: Recently qualifying for the  Boston Marathon  “Reframing pain” and the power of self talk The importance of having a why His typical training schedule Resistance training for injury prevention Sometimes less is more Setting the FKT on the “Canmore Double Quad” Why a “one size fits all” running program isn’t ideal  Long slow runs are essential  One of the hardest workouts Andy puts his athletes through  Good pain vs bad pain When to use hot vs cold therapy for injuries Indications for common injections (steroid, hyaluronic acid & PRP) Connect: Instagram: @canmoremd Dirtbag Runners: https://dirtbags.ghost.io/ Interested in Coaching? Check out https://evokeendurance.com/ Connect with me: @casswarbeck Resources: Banff Sport Medicine: https://banffsportmed.ca/ Article: Conquering the Double Canmore Quad Shop Nella, The Performance Probiotic: Use code CASS10 at checkout.  Theme music: Tyler Gaudon & audio editing and processing: Wyatt Pavlik *Please appreciate that any information discussed is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider.*

This conversation is with Jonathan Scheiman, the co-founder and CEO of FitBiomics, a biotechnology startup that is sequencing the microbiome of elite athletes to identify and develop next generation probiotics that can optimize the health of everyone. Jonathan played Division 1 college basketball at St. John’s University and then received his PhD in Biomedicine from NYU. He completed his postdoctoral fellowship at the Wyss Institute at Harvard, where he started a research initiative leading to ground breaking discoveries that focused around one question: How can decoding the microbiome of the fittest people in the world benefit the health and wellness of everyone?  We cover: Commonalities between high achievement in sport and academics FitBiomics - decoding the microbiome of the world’s fittest people Performance factors influenced by the microbiome How our gut bacteria create metabolites that directly influence our health The symbiotic relationship between humans and microbes A bacteria in marathon runners that metabolizes lactate Probiotics to enhance human health and performance The gut-brain axis and athletic performance How leaky gut influences inflammation and recovery Bringing the lactate eating Veillonella probiotic to market Shop Nella, The Performance Probiotic: Use code CASS10 at checkout.   Articles: Nature. 2022: Microbiome dependent gut-brain pathway regulates motivation for exercise J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2020: The athletic gut microbiota J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2019: ISSN Position Stand: Probiotics Nat Med. 2019: Meta-omics analysis of elite athletes identifies a performance enhancing microbe that functions via lactate metabolism Connect: FitBiomics.com Instagram: @fitbiomics Twitter: @FitBiomics  Connect with me on Instagram: @casswarbeck Theme music by Tyler Gaudon and a special thank you to Wyatt Pavlik for the audio editing and processing! Finally, please subscribe, share it with your friends and family, and leave me a review if you are enjoying the show!  *Please appreciate that this information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider!* 

This conversation is with Georges Laraque, one of the most feared enforcers to ever play in the National Hockey League. Georges spent the majority of his 13 year NHL career with the Edmonton Oilers, but also spent time playing in Phoenix and Pittsburgh before ending his career with the Montreal Canadiens. But as you will hear in this conversation, Georges is so much more than your stereotypical tough guy. Georges has always been a true humanitarian and an engaged citizen, and since going vegan in 2009, Georges has become a passionate animal rights activist and force within the vegan movement. He prides himself in being a voice for those without one and protecting those around him. We discuss: The adversity and racism he faced playing hockey Why he pursued a hockey career instead of football or soccer Choosing the path with the deeper purpose The importance of surrounding yourself with positive people Why he dropped the gloves in the NHL despite hating it Using charity work and hospital visits to manage fear and anxiety When and why he switched to a vegan diet The drive behind his passion for vegan advocacy Comparing animal injustice compared to other social inequalities His go-to post workout meal and how he incorporates fasting Get his book! Georges Laraque: The Story of the NHL's Unlikeliest Tough Guy  Resources: Watch Earthlings on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XrY2TP0ZyU The Game Changers documentary PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) Ditch the dairy! Learn how at Switch 4 Good  Garden of Life protein powder Connect: Georges’ website: https://www.georgeslaraque.com/ Instagram: @georges_laraque Twitter: @GeorgesLaraque Facebook: Georges Laraque Connect with me: @casswarbeck Theme music: Tyler Gaudon Audio editing and processing: Wyatt Pavlik  *Please appreciate that any information discussed is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider.* 

This conversation is with Brenda Davis, RD. She is one of the world’s leading plant-based pioneers and has been promoting plant-based diets since making the transition herself in 1989. Brenda has been a featured speaker at medical, nutrition, and dietetic conferences in over 20 countries on 5 continents. She has authored or co-authored 13 books and today our conversation focuses around her most recent book, Plant-Powered Protein, which she co-authored with Vesanto Melina and her son, Cory Davis. We discuss: The surprising increase in protein needs for seniors Protein guidelines for specific types of athletes Why whole food eaters may need more protein Source of protein (animal vs plant) matters  The myth of plants being incomplete proteins Meeting leucine needs for muscle protein synthesis Whether supplementing with BCAAs is beneficial The pros and cons of protein powder Creatine supplementation Why you should think about your iodine and omega 3 The optimal timing and dose of protein intake Easy ways to boost plant protein intake Male athletes wrongly fear soy foods Get her new book! Plant Powered Protein  Resources: Love Complement vegan protein powder Clean Label Project protein powder review Connect: Brenda’s website: https://brendadavisrd.com/ Connect with me: @casswarbeck Theme music: Tyler Gaudon Audio editing and processing: Wyatt Pavlik  *Please appreciate that any information discussed is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider.*

This conversation is with Dr. Jules Cormier, a plant-based family medicine physician and Ninja warrior athlete in New Brunswick, Canada. Dr. Cormier earned his PhD in medicine at the Universite de Sherbrooke medical school and chose family medicine as a specialty because he highly prioritized forming lifelong relationships with his patients. In addition to his own practice, he is heavily involved in teaching various aspects of medicine, including lifestyle medicine and the power of plant-based nutrition! To complement his professional life, Dr. Cormier trains and competes in Ninja Warrior competitions and in 2022 he represented Canada at the world Ninja Warrior Championships in Las Vegas. He truly understands the importance of not just achieving health, but optimizing performance and he is skilled at combining evidence based science with practical training tactics. We discuss: How cutting out dairy transformed his health Competing in the 2022 world Ninja Warrior championships His typical weekly training program When protein powders make sense athletes If you’re going to take any supplement, take creatine! Whether BCAAs are worth your money Dietary nitrates for running performance Why caffeine intake should be individualized Nutrient considerations for pre- and post-workout Simple principles for hydration Tips for transitioning to a healthier, plant-predominant diet Connect: Instagram: @plantbased_dr_jules Instagram: @maritimeninja YouTube: Maritime Ninja Warrior Facebook: @plantbaseddrjules Connect with me: @casswarbeck Resources: Dr. Cormier’s website: plantbaseddrjules.com Digital downloads and eBooks: https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/shop Show sponsors: Warlock Lid Co and Warlock Golf Theme music: Tyler Gaudon Audio editing and processing: Wyatt Pavlik  *Please appreciate that any information discussed is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider.* 

This conversation is with Kristel de Groot, a former professional tennis player and co-founder of Your Super, a successful superfoods supplement company. Beyond this, Kristel is a women’s health activist, a plant-based health coach and yoga teacher and is certified in plant-based nutrition from eCornell University. She has been named one of Forbes 30 under 30, and Inc Magazine’s 30 Under 30 and holds a bachelor's degree in finance and accounting and a masters degree in Management. Now, Kristel and her husband are releasing their first book, titled Your Super Life, with the intention of making plant-based eating easy, healthy, delicious, and accessible. We discuss: How her husband found wellness after cancer treatment The difference between being cancer-free and living optimally The unique health benefits of superfoods How her new book is making healthy plant-based eating easy and accessible Superfoods to help with balancing hormones Why matcha was used by monks to help with meditation Visiting Brazil to source the best acai The power of chlorophyll-rich wheatgrass Why chocolate (cacoa) deserves a spot in your diet What you can learn from a 7 day reset / detox The three pillars of health eating Counting plants not calories (and how many to aim for each week) Get the Your Super Life book at your favorite book store: Barnes & Noble, Booksamllion, Target, Amazon, Walmart, etc.  Follow them on IG on @kristelandmichael and @yoursuperfoods. Learn more on kristelandmichael.com and yoursuper.com Resources: Film: Forks over Knives Hippocrates Wellness  Connect with me: @casswarbeck Show sponsors: Warlock Lid Co and Warlock Golf Theme music: Tyler Gaudon Audio editing and processing: Wyatt Pavlik  *Please appreciate that any information discussed is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider.* 

This conversation is with Coach Claire Bartholik, a certified running coach and sports nutrition specialist. She coaches vegan, plant-based, and plant-curious runners from those on a walk/run program seeking general fitness all the way up to high level athletes. She is also an athlete herself and is a multiple time Boston Marathon qualifier, state Master’s Marathon Champion and a competitive Master’s athlete.  We discuss:How Claire learned to love running What it’s like running the Boston Marathon Running for weight loss vs running for performance Being thin doesn’t equal faster The problem with running fasted first thing in the morning Importance of keeping easy runs easy Slow runs and Zone 2 training Why you need to incorporate rest days Limiting long runs to 3 hours or less for optimal performance Using speed workouts to get faster Why you should incorporate running strides into your easy runs Strength training after your hardest runs If treadmills should be on incline Connect: Claire’s website: https://theplantedrunner.com/ YouTube: The Planted Runner Instagram: @theplantedrunner Connect with me: @casswarbeck  Resources: Book: The Planted Runner  The Planted Runner Podcast Free Nutrition Guide for Runners Theme music: Tyler Gaudon  Audio editing and processing: Wyatt Pavlik *Please appreciate that any information discussed is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider*

This conversation is with David Goldman. He has a Master’s Degree in Applied Physiology and Nutrition and is a board certified specialist in sports nutrition as well as a certified strength and conditioning specialist. This combination of expertise allows him to work closely with high level athletes towards pursuing specific performance goals. David was also the Chief Science Advisor for The GameChangers film and heavily involved in its production. We cover: David’s  motivations for becoming plant-based His role in creation of The GameChangers  The most compelling reasons for an athlete to eat plant-based Protein needs for athletes Maintaining muscle  during a weight cut Dividing protein intake throughout the day Exercise energy metabolism basics Creatine intake from diet vs supplements Optimizing the body’s natural circadian rhythm Health benefits of water only fasting If fasting can be appropriate for athletes Benefits of front loading daily calories The “train low, compete high” theory  David’s experience with alternate day eating Resources: The Game Changers Institute Metabite (online digital nutrition coaching platform) Book: The Thrive Diet by Brendan Brazier Prof Stuart Phillips episode on The Proof podcast Articles: IJDRP 2022: Supplemental Creatine and Exercise Performance Nutrients. 2022: Prolonged water-only fasting and refeeding on markers of cardiometabolic risk Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab. 2021: high protein plant vs omnivore diet to support resistance training Nutrients. 2019: Plant-Based Diets for Cardiovascular Endurance Performance Br J Sports Med. 2018: Effect of protein supplementation on resistance training J Am Diet Assoc. 2009: Atkins vs South Beach vs Ornish diets on endothelial function and CRP J Int Soc Sports Nutr: 2007: ISSN position stand on creatine Theme music by Tyler Gaudon and a special thank you to Wyatt Pavlik for the audio editing and processing! Connect with me on Instagram: @casswarbeck  Finally, please subscribe, share it with your friends and family, and leave me a review if you are enjoying the show! *Please appreciate that this information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider!*

This conversation is with Dr. Michael Greger, a New York Times bestselling author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition and a founding member and fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. He has videos on more than 2,000 health topics freely available on the incredible website NutritionFacts.org, with new videos and articles uploaded almost every day. We cover: The benefits of standing and treadmill desks A typical meal for Dr. Greger Benefits of hot sauce and capsaicin Foods that have been put to the test for recovery Nutritional yeast to boost immunity How dietary nitrates can enhance athletic performance Protein requirements for athletes The best source of caffeine for athletes The health benefits of yoga and the trouble with yoga research Connect with Dr. Greger on Instagram @nutrition_facts_org and @michaelgregermd | Facebook @Nutritionfacts.org | YouTube @Nutritionfacts.org  Be sure to pre-order his upcoming book, Hot Not to Age Resources: Video: Foods to improve athletic performance and recovery Video: Watermelon for sore muscle relief  Video: Preserving immune function in athletes with nutritional yeast Video: Whole beets vs juice for improving athletic performance Video: Don’t use antiseptic mouthwash  Video: Are there benefits of energy drinks? Show sponsor: Warlockgolf.com use code PLANT15 at checkout for 15% off your order! Theme music by Tyler Gaudon and a special thank you to Wyatt Pavlik for the audio editing and processing! Connect with me here on Instagram: @casswarbeck Finally, please subscribe, share it with your friends and family, and leave me a review if you are enjoying the show!  *Please appreciate that this information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider!*