Mac McKinnon of UFC Gym in Concord, CA is featured in our latest episode. Before diving into the past where his journey started, Mac shares some of the available programs and opportunities that UFC Gym provides for their member base and families within the Concord community. Working hard through many obstacles along the way, Mac was able to thrive as a collegiate athlete.  His decorated career in swimming, amongst various sports, has earned him a recent induction into the DVC Hall of Fame. BIG CONGRATULATIONS on that one, what an honor.   A strong work ethic and focus will lead to a fulfilled and very rewarding career. Mac's determination and willingness to help other leaders sets the perfect example. Practicing what he preaches, Mac is very active in the fitness community as a leader in business and as an athlete.  His love for social interaction and the inspiration of others no doubt makes everyone around him better. His energy is genuine and I am very thankful to call him a friend. I can't wait to visit the UFC Gym in Concord, CA. That you for listening.    Side note: Mac is also the man behind the creation of the cover art we post on Instagram and YouTube for each episode. Big thank you to Mr. McKinnon for being so generous with your time.   

Lacrosse goalie expert (Owner of LAXgoalierat.com) and business coach, Damon Wilson joins us for this episode.  He shares his collegiate experience as an athlete and how his love and passion for the sport of lacrosse has turned into a rapidly growing business of coaching LAX Goalie athletes. Coach Damon's experience of growing his business has also come with the desire to help other business owners do the same. While efficiently providing value for others, Coach Damon continues to accumulate and utilize the knowledge and experience needed to progressively move forward through the peaks and valleys of business, and life. This man is now hosting and interacting with professional athletes. His mindset and determination to help others is very admirable and he is a go-getter without a doubt. If you own an online business, or are looking for a free chat, please visit coachdamon.co. We hope to invite him back for some Q&A down the road. Thank you for listening.

In this uplifting conversation, triathlete and personal trainer Kevin Holbrook takes us through the journey that led him to a healthy more confident lifestyle. Having reached a difficult point, Kevin was able to overcome his situation through fitness. From bodybuilding to triathlete training, this man always finds a way to succeed and loves helping others do the same.  Now as an accomplished Ironman competitor and avid reader, Kevin preaches the power of positivity. His level confidence and genuine concern towards others, is immensely contagious. Very difficult to have a bad day after a conversation with this gentleman. Bringing him back for a future episode would be an honor. We are reminded... Negativity sucks. 

In this episode, we sit down with the owner of Double Muscle Fitness in Sonoma County, CA. Jose Chavez is a personal trainer, competitive bodybuilder and proud father.  He takes us back to how he was able to build a strong foundation of discipline through wrestling. He discusses the challenge of overcoming outside influences and how he was able to work through the noise. Now as a competitive bodybuilder, what started as built-up interest in fitness and athletic competition, has become a passion.  Jose's desire to step on the stage became reality on a nationally ranked level.  His sights are now set on getting that Pro Card and continuing his passion of bodybuilding onto the road towards the Mr. Olympia stage.  Jose's genuine love for fitness and educating others definitely shows through his approach to training.  He is very knowledgable, dedicated, and no doubt leads by example.  We're looking forward to following his journey and will for sure invite him back for updates. Thank you for listening. 

Our next guest is a holistic nutritionist, fitness trainer, and mother. Her passion for helping others is 100% authentic and she is an inspiration to professionals everywhere. In this episode, Dianne Wagner joins us to talk about how her journey in fitness started.  She talks about the importance of time management and self-care, especially for women's health. She also shares a few ideas or "hacks" she uses in the kitchen to ensure she makes the proper food selection to maintain a healthy active lifestyle.  Dianne's following is very strong and her determination to help others succeed is even stronger. With 20+ years experience, she brings enormous value to the fitness and nutrition community.  I'm very honored she made time to talk with us. One thing is for sure, Dianne always knows how to bring it! I hope she is able to come back and speak with us again soon. Thank you for listening.  Please visit @berriesandbarbells3 for more information on healthy lifestyle choices.

EP8: In this episode we talk with the owner of Bridge Fitness LLC,  Diana Kleckner. She takes us back to where her passion for health & fitness began, and shares how the "buffet of knowledge" came to be.  As a mother and business owner she has overcome many of the challenges that come along with managing her time.  She explains how she is able to find balance between running a business and spending quality time with family.  Along with the support of her peers, Diana has become one of the most knowledgeable trusted individuals in the health and wellness industry.  Her knowledge and genuine care for others continues to benefit the community. It was an honor to have her on the show, I can't wait to have her back to talk more about Bridge Fitness. Thank you for listening. 

EP7:  In this episode, future chiropractor Chris Whalen takes us back to the beginning of his journey as an athlete.  He explains how he was able to battle through depression and body image issues as a young man by using fitness as a tool.   While suffering multiple injuries throughout his athletic career, Chris was able to make a positive transition by finding his desire to accumulate knowledge. He possesses quite a bit of life experience compared to most people his age.  Now as a student and as a personal trainer, he continues to give back to the community by sharing his experience and offering assistance to anyone looking to improve.   This man is one of the more honest and knowledgeable individuals I have ever met, and I am lucky to call him a friend. Thank you for listening.

EP6:  This episode definitely inspires great energy and true passion. From wrestling competitively across the nation to helping the valued members of his community thrive, Chris is always sure to bring his best self. His passion towards helping others is genuine, and he is always mentally ready to take on a good challenge.  I am personally biased towards the fact that he is a huge Yankees fan!  Chris has graciously agreed to join us again. I can't wait to have him back on the show. Thank you for listening.     

EP5:  In this episode we got the brain waves going. Chelsea Whitcomb speaks about how she began her practice as an Energy Healer and Certified Massage Therapist. She shares the detail of her approach which include, balancing of the Chakras and benefits of the Reiki healing technique. Her experience of overcoming mental stress has turned into a practice aimed towards helping others.  You can find her at chelseashealinghands.com. I'm looking forward to having her back in the future.  Her energy is contagious. Thank you for listening.

EP4:  Our next guest is Sid Albero.  Sid shares some of the challenges he experienced growing up and how he decided to take control of his decisions.  He talks about the peaks and valleys of owning a business, as well as the mindfulness and thought process necessary to make things happen for yourself.  This man is always looking to create new opportunities. His next project includes fitness photography. Please visit @sid_btf707 on Instagram to follow his progress.  We're very happy he has agreed to come back on for a future episode.  Thank you for listening.