One of my favorite things to do on this show is share parts of me. Some of my passions, struggles, fears, victories, there are just a few of the things I share.
I thought of the title of this episode after I had my last surgery. The plan was for it to be a story from that time of surgery until the time I completed my another full distance Iron Man triathlon following surgery. Things did not go as plans. While I was able to do a race, it was far from a full distance. Life does not always go as plan but I try to have joy in the journey.
So I’m going to tell you about my journey from injury, to my surgery, to a few other injuries to my first race post surgery.
If you have every had an injury, surgery, or a setback, you’ll feel encouraged by this episode.
Episode Highlights:
Injuring my left knee while ski racing
Knee surgery: How I prepped for surgery and the recovery period
Physical therapy and recovering
How I got another injury after my knee got better
Other associated injuries sustained during my recovery period
What being a patient has taught me
Why empathy matters to me as a physician
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Alphonso Nathan is a Sports Psychologist with a keen interest in supporting athletes particularly young athletes. He helps individuals deal with depression, anxiety, and anger management.
As a former football player and athlete, Alphonso found his calling in helping talents overcome the challenges that come with sports. He has found great success in his niche which he accredits to being relatable and staying up-to-date with current trends.
In this episode, Alphonso walks us through his upbringing, playing sports in school, choosing to pursue Psychology and how he helps his clients as a Psychologist.
You don’t want to miss this episode.
Episode Highlights:
What attracted Alphonso to the field of psychology
What is mental wealth and why everyone should embrace it
What is sports psychology
His passion for mentoring younger kids and teens
How athletes can overcome anxiety and burnout
Where you can find a sports psychologist or a general psychologist in your area
Alphonso’s advice on building confidence and being resilient
Guest Bio:
Alphonso Nathan is currently the Vice President of a Private Counseling Practice Brightside Counseling and the Co-Owner of a Psychiatric Practice-Brightside Medical Associates. Alphonso obtained his undergraduate degree in psychology at Bloomsburg University where he also was a multi-year starter and all-conference letterman on the Bloomsburg University football team. Alphonso then obtained his graduate degree in clinical and counseling psychology at Chestnut Hill College. Prior to college, Alphonso attended Milton Hershey School, a boarding school for at-risk youth.
Because of his versatile background, Alphonso has taken specialties in many areas. He helps individuals deal with depression, anxiety, anger management, and spectrum-based disorders. He serves as a Sports Psychologist. He is a motivational speaker, speaking throughout the United States. He is the co-author of an upcoming book for therapists with a desire to go into a private practice called “ Practice, Success: Steps for Building and Maintaining a Successful Private Practice.
JJames Crumlin is a well-known Nashville employment lawyer co-founder of Capitol Steps Workout in Nashville, Ironman Triathlete, and Triathlete Coach.
Encouraged by his mother, and following in his father’s footsteps, James says he wanted to be a lawyer for as long as he can remember. One of the proudest moments in his life was accepting the National Bar Association’s induction of his father into its Hall of Fame.
In this episode, James walks us through how he started his fitness journey. How he went from running a half marathon to completing Iron Man distance triathlons to coaching others to their finish lines.
You don’t want to miss this episode.
Episode Highlights:
What motivated James to practice law
How his parents have influenced him
The proudest moment in his life
Why he started running
How the Capitol Steps Workout in Nashville was born
The toughest competition James has participated in
James’ advice and why mental toughness is the key to winning in life
Guest Bio:
James legal counsel is regularly sought out by management on issues arising from the employment relationship. His experience includes union and non-union arbitration and all forms of employment discrimination litigation. In addition, he conducts in-house training sessions on compliance with the numerous federal and state laws affecting employers — from the Americans with Disabilities Act to the Fair Labor Standards Act to the Occupational Health
James concentrates his practice in the areas of labor and employment law, business and corporate law, litigation and dispute resolution, and entertainment and media law. As an active member in the Nashville community, James is committed to providing excellent legal representation for his clients.
In the area of entertainment and media law, he represents artists, songwriters, authors, managers, and producers in the production, ownership, marketing, and sale of creative works. He also represents television anchors/reporters in contract negotiations with local and national media outlets.
Awards
2016 Justice A. A. Birch Outstanding Service Award
Mid-South Super Lawyers
Forty Under 40, Nashville Business Journal, 2011
Young Leader of the Year, Young Leaders Council, 2010
Best of the Bar, Nashville Business Journal, 2009
45 Top Leaders Under 45, Tennessee NAACP, 2008
Nashville Emerging Leader Award for Law, Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and 20/20 Leadership Alliance, 2007
James is very active in the Nashville community and a passionate nonprofit supporter. Among the organizations he has been involved with are Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee, Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center, and the Kelly Miller Smith Center Against Abuse Behavior. He is an active member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. James serves as trustee and was instrumental in the Project 2000 committee, which oversaw the construction of the church’s $17 million facilities.
In his spare time, James is a triathlete and runner, having competed in eight Ironman triathlons, five Ironman 70.3 triathlons, three marathons, and 20 half marathons. James also loves to travel. His favorite destinations are Rome, Italy, the Phoenix/Scottsdale area, Miami, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico and the Caribbean Islands.
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If you have ever thought about hiking, this is the episode for you. Heather Diaz shares her passion for hiking and she shares all the tips you need for a hiking trip.
Hiking became a way of life for Heather as she was forced to slow down and start noticing the beauty around her.
In this episode, you will also learn what to wear when hiking, where to shop for all your hiking gear, amongst other things. Heather tells us how she fell in love with this sport and the mistakes to avoid.
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Episode Highlights:
How Heather got into sports at a young age
Heather’s passion for running
Why Heather moved to San Francisco
How a hiking date became a lifestyle
Must-have hiking essentials for your next hiking trip
How to shop for your hiking gear
Why you should treat hiking as any other sport
Heather’s advice to new hikers
Guest Bio:
Heather Diaz is a former long-distance runner and first-generation hiker originally from the suburbs of Houston, Texas. She moved around Texas for her bachelor and graduate degree. Life then took her life to San Francisco in 2012 to chase her career.
It was while in San Francisco that she met her then boyfriend, now fiance. He asked her to go on a hike on their first date. The rest is history. .
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What are saddle sores? I’m not talking about a horse in the saddle, I’m talking about an injury or a concern that some cyclists get. The seat of a bike is called a saddle.
If you ride for a long period of time, you have an intimate relationship with the saddle and what’s between your legs.
Oftentimes people get what’s called saddle sores, little bumps, they can be the size of a pimple. They can progress to a massive abscess.
I personally can attest to the fact that these are one of the most frustrating and uncomfortable ailments that you can get as a cyclist or a triathlete.
Episode Highlights:
What are saddle sores?
Types of saddle sores
How to avoid saddle sores when cycling
How to treat saddle sores
My personal and painful experience with saddle sores
Honeybutt Chamois Cream- as mentioned in episode https://honeybutt.com
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