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In Episode 106, we talk about our most memorable travel experiences, as we look forward to returning to more ‘normal’ travel in the near future. Remember when you were a youngster and you looked forward to getting on an airplane and enjoying the whole experience? When did traveling become a negative and anxious experience for most people? Does air travel bring out the worst in some people? We discuss all of the issues – past, present and future – related to our own air travel, but also look forward to the benefits of being able to travel and share experiences with our family, friends and people that we have yet to meet. Despite all of the negative experiences we have endured with air travel, we are cautiously optimistic about getting back to the ‘friendly skies’ in 2021. The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast

In Episode 105, we are fortunate to join Kate Georgiadis to discuss her journey from Greek professional volleyball player to high profile New York City personal trainer. Kate takes us through her journey from high performance volleyball athlete to working in one of the most competitive personal training environments in the world. She has developed an intense and enthusiastic training approach that fits in with the competitive atmosphere created by her colleagues, but also achieves consistent and timely results for her clients.Kate Georgiadis is a Certified Personal Trainer and the General Manager of Hype Gym, a Private Training Facility based in New York City. Kate is a professional volleyball and beach volleyball player and has been in the fitness industry for more than 10 years. She also holds a master’s degree in special education. Kate works with a range of individuals from youth to the elderly. She also has significant experience working with athletes in the sports of volleyball, basketball, soccer

In Episode 104, we speak with Brandon Marcello about the broad topic of wearable technology. Every few months, new wearable consumer products enter the market with lots of hype and promises around changing your life and improving your fitness. But are companies over-promising and under-delivering on their wearable technology? What are some of the more reliable and valid products? Can wearable technology make a difference in the quality of your workout and the overall user experience? Are wearables a good substitute for standard medical testing? These questions and many more are discussed with Brandon in this episode.Brandon Marcello is a recognized author, researcher, and international presenter, he routinely speaks around the world on a number of topics pertaining to elite-level performance. His work appears regularly in numerous journals, textbooks, and periodicals. He also has served as a consultant to U.S. military, many Division-I programs, International Sports Federations, as well and Adidas, Un

In Episode 103, Don and Derek talk about the upcoming summer and keeping busy through various projects. One interesting project of note is the barn structure that Don is building in his backyard in Long Island, New York. COVID-19 has created a pivot opportunity for Don to provide his services and knowledge from home in a specially designed structure for training, teaching and spending some quality time with friends and family. They discuss the features of the new structure and some of the possible uses moving forward. We will be sure to track the progress of the project and possibly publish some podcast content from the Saladino Barn in the latter part of 2021.The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showSpotify – http

In Episode 102, we have an in depth discussion with Fernando Reis, discussing his training and the road to the postponed 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. Fernando talks about when and how he started training in the sport of Olympic Weightlifting, as well as some of the other sports he participated in as a young athlete. We discuss the intricacies of training and competing as a world class level Olympic Weightlifter and how important it was to develop his technical expertise from a very young age. Fernando talks about the equipment he uses and how his technique, training and recovery methods have changed over the years as a world class competitor. His upcoming competitions are the Pan American Weightlifting Championships in the Dominican Republic and the Olympic Games in Tokyo, and talk about his preparations for both those events.Fernando Reis competes as an elite level Olympic Weightlifting at the 105kg+ weight class for Brazil. He won the bronze medal at the 2020 Junior World Weightlifting Championships. Thi

In Episode 101, we meet up with Joel Totoro to talk sports nutrition and supplementation. One of first questions we had was how does one choose a high quality supplement company for your health, nutrition and performance. We find out through Joel that a good deal of effort goes into selecting high quality ingredients for supplement product to make sure the customer gets the best and safest formulations for their needs. The products must be tested regularly for everything from pesticides to heavy metals to banned substances. Having researchers, medical doctors, naturopaths and registered dieticians as part of the team that all contribute to the development of high quality supplements is essential in this day and age. We discuss the use of supplements with young athletes and the key supplements that should be taken by adults to address typical deficiencies and provide a boost where possible. Other topics covered included hydration requirements to address cramping, supplementation needs when recovering fro

In our milestone Episode 100, we have the pleasure to meet up again with Dr. David Perlmutter to talk with him about his recent book, Brain Wash. Dr. Perlmutter co-authored the book with his son and fellow physician, Dr. Austin Perlmutter. We discuss the impact of today’s cultural and technological norms and how they can negatively impact our brain and our habits. While people often refer to detoxifying their bodies through nutritional interventions, what Dr. Perlmutter is proposing is detoxifying our brains by making better choices around technology, social interaction, physical fitness, sleep and nutrition. By essentially undertaking a ‘Brain Wash’, we can address multiple issues around both physical and mental health. The book outlines a 10-day plan that includes meal plans and recipes to assist in the cultivation of a healthy, vibrant and meaningful life.Dr. Perlmutter is a Board-Certified Neurologist and five-time New York Times bestselling author. He serves on the Board of Directors and is a Fellow

In Episode 099, we talk about gut and brain health with Doug Cook. Doug is known as the gut-brain guy and starts with how he takes a holistic approach to all health and wellness issues, particularly when evaluating the impact of diet and nutrition. We discuss the impact of location and geography and how it can impact the microbiome of an individual, and can even impact the type of probiotics you choose to supplement your diet with depending on the local microbial ecosystem. Doug also touches on the key elements we may be missing from our diets, particularly as it relates to gut and brain health. He also identifies some of the things that can be negatively impacting our gut health including an abundance of processed foods and the consumption of alcohol. Other topics include food allergies, enzymes and food sensitivities, and essential fats and oils.Doug Cook is a Registered Dietitian & Integrative & Functional Nutritionist and former Certified Diabetes Educator with over 19 years of clinical nutri

In Episode 098, we speak with Taylor Coomer on the uses and benefits of CBD (cannabidiol) products for health and wellness applications. Taylor provides an overview of the uses of CBD products and the process involved in producing CBD based products. We also discuss the growth in the CBD industry and the differences between the types and quality of various CBD products on the market. Taylor also identifies the importance of producing an organic CBD product that is free of pesticides and other toxins. While quality research on CBD continues to emerge and individuals continue to report positive experiences with CBD products, large pharmaceutical companies are paying close attention to determine the impact of these products on their bottom lines.Taylor Coomer is the Chief Product Officer for WAAYB Organics located in the Greater Denver area. WAAYB produces CBD products derived from hemp. WAAYB oversees every step of the process, from planting to farming to harvesting to extraction to distillation to formul

In Episode 097, we are rejoined by one of our earlier podcast guests, Mr. John Callery, to get an update on the state of the opioid crisis in America and the steps that have been taken to keep citizens safe, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. John updates us on the status of fentanyl in 2021 and the reasons behind its proliferation, as well as the challenges faced by the DEA in protecting the public from its sinister effects. We discuss the impact of COVID-19 and how it has changed the way drugs are used, trafficked and enforced. He explains how sophisticated the methods of the drug cartels can be with drug distribution and how they have adapted rapidly during this time. John also updates us on the role the DEA has played in monitoring the conduct of domestic pharmaceutical companies and their production and distribution of opiate-based medications. And, with almost 30 years of experience in the drug enforcement business, John tells us about his role as a technical advisor for major movies over t

In Episode 096, we are honoured to enjoy the company of Bill Crudup. Billy has been a long-time member of Drive495 in New York City and has shared more than a few intense and gruelling workouts under the close scrutiny of Don. We begin by speaking to Billy about his role as world class runner and legend, Steve Prefontaine, in the 1998 film, Without Limits. He outlines the training and preparation for the film and how they pieced together the numerous races required for depicting Prefontaine’s thrilling competitions. We then transition into Billy’s preparation for Almost Famous, where he played a skilled lead guitarist for an up and coming seventies rock band. Once again, Billy had to learn from some of the best in the world to create the illusion of guitar brilliance, piecing together memorable scenes for the movie. We quickly learn that Billy is a master in the art of taking brief moments in time and portraying himself as a world class performer throughout movies and television episodes. We even get t

Episode 095 is our first podcast of 2021 and Don & Derek spend the first part of the session with a discussion of how the early part of the year will continue to be difficult for gyms, travel, restaurants and other industries. But quickly our conversation transitions into the influence of music – particularly the music of the vinyl age – has influenced our lives and our memories of training and the motivation behind our training sessions. Whether it’s Don’s jukebox or Derek’s eighties record collection, the influence of music in our lives has been significant. Additionally, many of Don and Derek’s clients have also had a special connection to music that they discuss in this episode, and things take an interesting turn that gives rise to new podcast interview opportunities and a great start to 2021!The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217iHeart Radio – h

In Episode 094, we re-connect with Brett Bartholomew in the final few weeks of 2020 after having first interviewed him just under three years ago. Brett has since expanded his reach, now working with corporations and business clients, in addition to his regular work with athletes, throughout the year. We talk a lot about the concept of coaching and communicating in modern times, dealing with adverse scenarios and maintaining high quality contact with all clients. We also discuss the concept of maintaining compliance of our interventions so that any positive changes are durable and last the test of time. The sustainability of buy-in is important for longevity of both performance and health. And, finally, we identify the key qualities that separate ourselves from other coaching experts in the world, as there is no shortage of experts these days. How do we continue to remain unique, genuine and effective on a daily basis? These are all important issues when we find ourselves in the business of improvement

In Episode 093, we spend one of our final sessions of 2020 with Bobby Maximus. Bobby talks about the motivation he used and still uses today to develop and drive his career. Hailing from a small town in Northern Ontario, Bobby managed to work his way up the tactical and sporting ladder using a blue collar attitude. He also talks about how training and fitness adds significant value to his life and he helps others to find that same enjoyment and motivation around physical preparation and fitness. Bobby continues to apply this approach to his own daily training, even as he approaches middle age, keeping his workouts fresh and varying up the programming as he feels necessary. Whatever it takes to maintain his enjoyment of the process of exercising and maximizing his potential.During his career Bobby Maximus has been featured in numerous workout publications, conducted many seminars and worked with numerous Tier One Assets and Special Forces groups within the United Stated military. Bobby is also a regular c

In Episode 092, we sit down with Dr. John Jaquish to find out why weightlifting and cardio are a waste of time. While it may sound like a click-bait title, Dr. Jaquish brings up some very compelling arguments around why your expectations around weightlifting and cardio may be misplaced. He talks about his own personal experiences around training, shedding fat, building muscle and strengthening bones. Dr. Jaquish also discusses the device he invented to build bone density, muscle strength and overall lean body mass, and identifies the reasons he believes it provides superior results to conventional weightlifting and cardio, particularly when it comes to muscle development and fat burning.John Jaquish began his experience in life sciences after being told by his Mother that she had been diagnosed with osteoporosis. John, in an effort to help his mother, created a device to place axial loading through bone to safely cause osteogenic responses to those loading events. The device was designed to trigger the eff

In Episode 091, Don and Derek tackle the very important topic of concussions and traumatic brain injuries with rehabilitation expert, Natasha Wilch. We discuss the various causes of head injuries and concussions, as well as the proper treatment once a concussion is diagnosed. Don even lets us in on his experiences with concussions, at least the ones that were actually diagnosed. Thus, one of the biggest priorities in the process, as identified by Natasha, is truly conducting a proper diagnosis and then beginning a sound treatment process for the concussion. We examine the various activities that lead to head injuries, as well as many the various measures to help reduce the incidence of concussion in athletes of all types. We must also be aware of the other side effects of concussions including depression, loss of coordination, sleep disorders, learning challenges and other long-term neurological effects of repeated blows to the head. Natasha also talks about the efficacy of virtual and online sessions t

In Episode 090, Don and Derek are kept on the edge of their seats in their conversation with Ray “Cash” Care and his stories about training, self-reflection, discipline and learning. Ray outlines his early years and development within the military and then takes us into a deeper dive into the challenges he faced throughout his training and tests, learning all along the way. He has learned numerous ways to train others and teach them to deal with pain, adversity and challenges, using their failures and breakdowns as life lessons and step-ladders to success and greater achievement. Ray even describes himself as a ‘pain coach’ that has learned to profit from pain and suffering. He also teaches the people that study under him to be accountable, employing his three-step process to decision making: Ask, Make, Take! Listening to Ray’s approach will allow you to achieve your goals with full accountability and responsibility.Ray “Cash” Care is a Navy SEAL veteran with multiple tours and other numerous overseas s

In Episode 089, Don and Derek speak with Sara De Luca on body composition, nutrition and all of the assessments around the process of transforming your body composition for the better. The initial focus of the conversation is on nutrition and the foods that can create challenges for people when it comes to overall health and body composition. The conversation then transitions into methods of testing and assessment to determine accurate fat composition, bone density, metabolic rate and lung capacity before setting a client on the path to better health and fitness. The right combination of diet, exercise and recovery are all discussed in depth with Sara.Sara De Luca is a registered Dietitian & Personal Trainer in New York City. Sara successfully completed my undergraduate and Dietetic Internship programs at CUNY Queens College in Flushing, NY. She is currently the Campus Dietitian & Sports Nutritionist for Manhattan College in Riverdale, NY, as well as in Private Practice via tele-health services.

In Episode 088, Don and Derek sit down with elite bodybuilding competitor and influencer, Arash Rahbar. Arash begins by telling us about his development as a bodybuilding and the evolution of his career. However, Arash makes a much needed deep dive into the importance of both nutrition and mental focus in the development of an elite physique. Arash discusses the tips and tricks he has around meal planning and how he combines a performance nutrition plan with great tasting meals and dishes. He also identifies the importance of the mental game around preparing for bodybuilding contests and how this relates to the average person in achieving their own health and fitness goals. If you thought this was just going to be a podcast interview about throwing around heavy weights, get ready for something much more stimulating for the brain and gut.Half Iranian – half American, Arash Rahbar is a professional Classic Physique competitor. He was the runner-up of the 2016 Mr. Olympia Classic Men’s Physique, and the win

In Episode 087, Don and Derek take a bit of time to ask, “How are you doing?” With all of the unprecedented things happening in the world today, we often forget to ask each other if everything is okay on a personal level. Businesses are closing, jobs are being lost, friends and family are being impacted by health concerns and we have less opportunities and outlets for direction human interaction and enjoyment. Being able to cope in 2020 has been a real challenge for everyone. Finding out how to stay fit and how to stay healthy during this time should be everyone’s concern. Even professional sport is having a hard time staying healthy and off the injury list. We discuss all of these issues and more as part of a ‘check-in’ moment with each other.The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/