Life In Motion

In this episode of the Life in Motion Podcast, I sit down with my coworker and fellow personal trainer, Johnny, for a conversation that covers everything from building a career in fitness to debating sports—and somehow, Johnny's infamous chicken nugget diet.

Johnny shares how he found his way into personal training, what he's learned during his first year coaching clients, and why helping people improve their health has become...

In this episode of the Life in Motion Podcast, I sit down with endurance athlete JD Tremblay, one of only three people in history to complete the EPICDECA—10 full Ironman-distance triathlons over 10 consecutive days across six Hawaiian Islands.

JD shares the story behind this incredible achievement, including the sacrifices he made along the way, why he sold his house to pursue the goal, and what it really takes to keep moving...

Every day, Hunter helps make thoughtful, high-pressure investment decisions in his role on the investment team at the Texas Treasury Safekeeping Trust Company. In this episode, we discuss what it's like making decisions where the stakes are high, how he approaches evaluating risk, and a few lessons from the world of finance that apply far beyond investing.

We also dive into Hunter's story, why staying physically active makes him bet...

What can elite dance teach us about movement, injuries, and staying active for life?

In this episode, physical therapist Vita Maida joins the podcast to share her journey from nationally ranked dancer to physical therapist. We talk about the injuries and challenges that helped shape her career, the value of staying curious and humble, and how adapting to setbacks can lead to unexpected opportunities.

 We also discuss how investi...

What if your fitness journey didn't begin until your 40s?

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Mike Shaw, who recently turned 60 and completed his 10th marathon. Mike shares how fitness became a cornerstone of his life in his forties, and why it's never too late to make a change.

We discuss how he balanced marathon training while raising a full house, the role routine has played in his long-term success, and how his goals have ...

Summer’s here, Texas is hot, and we’re trying to stay in the game. ☀️

In this solo episode, I run through 30 quick summer thoughts on fitness, nutrition, recovery, parenting, movement, hydration, sleep, burgers, pool days, planks, and everything in between. Some are backed by science, some are just observations from coaching people every day, and some are completely random.

This episode is for:

•  the moms and dads ...

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Chastin Evans, assistant receivers coach with Texas State Bobcats football, for a conversation that blends mindset, coaching, and real life.

We talk through his journey into coaching, the ins and outs of daily life in college football, and what it really takes to stay consistent in a demanding environment. We also get into why developing a strong “why” matters and how y...

In this episode, I sit down with Rich McIver, former Michigan and Texas basketball player and current personal trainer, to break down what it really takes to build elite habits.

We dive into Rich’s journey through college athletics, what his training looked like at the highest level, and how his approach has evolved as his goals have shifted toward long-term health and performance.

 We also talk about the role of social me...

What does women’s fitness actually look like—and how much of what we believe is outdated?

In this episode, I sit down with Dixie to break down some of the biggest myths surrounding women’s fitness. We start with her journey into training and her experience teaching at the University of Texas, then zoom out to challenge the idea that there’s ever been a “one-size-fits-all” approach to health and pe...

In Episode 2 of Life in Motion, I sit down with Rob Smith, the Fitness Director at the club where I work to talk about his journey into the world of personal training and what decades on the training floor have taught him about helping people stay active.

We discuss what separates the clients who remain consistent for years from those who struggle to stick with it—especially adults balancing careers, families, and busy schedul...