This is a simple message about a potentially complex topic…changing versus maintaining. Essentially, what it takes to change a condition isn’t necessarily the same thing as that which is required to maintain the status once achieved. I believe there is a disconnect in popular thinking regarding this relationship. These differentiations exist in potentially many areas but training, dietary manipulation for…
In this month’s Training Talk episode, for January 2026, we cover suggestions for adding some agility components into your workouts, how to use our Lean4LIFE Course to optimize your nutrition and body composition, and a few recommendations for Leg Day for Lifetime Athletes. Enjoy! This podcast is brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete App. Available on the App Store…
You gotta do the stuff. At least a good chunk of it. Most of the time. If you want results. In training and rehabilitation. Magic, or at least a great outcome, does not tend to happen spontaneously. Putting in the requisite amount of work is what leads to better function and performance. Today’s message starts off with a few humorous…
This is a popular topic in our Lifetime Athlete App Community. Team members often want to know their options when certain circumstances such as feeling fresh vs. fatigued, and others, occur. It’s all in here! This podcast is brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete App. Available on the App Store and Google Play. It’s the ultimate fitness for life…
It’s time for another Training Talk discussion. Episode 413 features programming and considerations we are using in October 2025. This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete App. Available on the App Store and Google Play. It’s the ultimate fitness for life app for the evolving human! Workouts. Nutrition. Education. Community. The Lifetime Athlete App is also the…
It’s time for another training talk episode. It’s August and we’re embracing our outdoor training split in the Speed Block. Life is so good for Lifetime Athletes. Be fast my friends…be fast! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete App. Available on the App Store and Google Play. It’s the ultimate fitness for life app for the…
Being fit and having fun…there are so many ways to accomplish this objective. Here are a few suggestions! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete App. Available on the App Store and Google Play. It’s the ultimate fitness for life app for the evolving human! Workouts. Nutrition. Education. Community. The Lifetime Athlete App is also the home…
Rate of Perceived Exertion, or RPE, is something we are always talking about in our community. We’ve certainly featured RPE as a popular article and podcast topic. Yet I continue to encounter many well-meaning Lifetime Athletes who struggle with the concept. My goal today is to simplify RPE in the clearest way possible. We’ve talked about the original Borg Scale…
Rate of Perceived Exertion and Repetitions in Reserve are just two of the many training tools we use at TLA. RPE vs. RIR is discussed in today’s episode of The Lifetime Athlete Podcast. This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete App. Available on the App Store and Google Play. It’s the ultimate fitness for life app for…
I hope you are having a great Spring Break. Maybe you are on a trip. Or perhaps you are staying home and will be traveling on vacation or business at a later date. Either way, it’s great to have a perspective on training for times when you are “on the road.” Training while traveling is a topic that comes up…
Mobility, Strength, and Endurance Training are all valuable. As long as you don’t do only one and forsake the others! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or fitness pursuit…fine tune your body composition to get lean, healthy, shredded, and…
I hope you had a Merry Christmas and you are getting set up for a fantastic New Year. 2024 is right around the corner, and it’s going to be a great year. I’ve got a lot of interesting content and exciting updates at TLA to share over the next several weeks. Today I wanted to feature a recent podcast that…
Happy Holidays! I hope you are having a great one. In today’s episode I answer a number of listener questions around longevity, exercise, goal-setting, nutrition, and body composition. Enjoy! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or fitness pursuit…fine tune…
It’s a busy time of year. I just got back from an antelope hunting trip and soon I’ll be heading out for elk. The antelope expedition was one filled with challenge, humility, success, and gratitude. Experiencing amazing people, beautiful places, and personal growth. It’s all in this podcast discussion.
Wow! Episode 324 (I accidentally introduced the show as #323) of The Lifetime Athlete Podcast features an engaging conversation with Lifetime Athlete Dennis Rackers. Dennis is 69 years young and we discussed his recent VO2max test and DEXA scan results, as well as principles of training, specific exercises and injury management. This was a pleasure as well as a great…
Power. Here’s a short and sweet dispatch about power. What it is, why you need it, and how to get it. Power is a frequently used word in our world. It describes battery levels, the electric grid, turning on devices, and personality characteristics. Put it in front of “nap” or “dump” and it makes those things sound more impressive and…
Training for Strength vs. Speed vs. Endurance, as well as hypertrophy, longevity, power, and agility…are the topics of today’s discussion. I think you’ll find this episode very thought-provoking as well as quite helpful in your own training and athletic pursuits. This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to…
A couple of years ago, I wrote an article entitled “CrossFit vs. Hyrox vs. Spartan…Who is the Fittest?” That post was very well-received and it’s been one of my most popular to date. In the article I compared the different fitness competitions and identified the types of athletes that tend to do best at each discipline. All-around fitness is an…
This is really advice for every athlete, because we are all aging. Everyone is, can be, and should be an athlete. This episode discusses some interesting statistics and is filled with tips and suggestions to make you Hard to Kill…on the playing field and in the game of LIFE! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching…
Discussing physical activity is something that I, and we, do all the time. There are myriad ways in which we can spin this topic. Today, I’m going to touch on just a few. First, I’ll review the definitions which I use at TLA. Then I will examine the way in which we frame our physical endeavors. And finally, I’ll mention…
What’s new for 22 at TLA? Lots of new energy and program upgrades, that’s what. I’m so thankful for such a wonderful community and I can barely wait to get started on some of this year’s projects. In fact, they’ve already started. I hope you are kicking off an amazing New Year and if I can help you with your…
Hello everyone and I hope this day finds you feeling great and crushing goals! Today’s post is in response to some great feedback and questions I’ve recently received. Folks have asked “How can I train to prepare specifically for an upcoming surgery, what can I do to maintain at least some of my conditioning on both the front and back…
Hello Outstanding One! This show is all about the Big Rock. That one thing that is necessary to make progress and get results. It’s how to be more consistent with your training! In this episode, PK & I chop up the topic and offer some helpful suggestions that you can use to start crushing your goals this spring…and beyond. Also,…
Understanding muscle contractions is one of the keys to getting the most out of your exercises, training, and Lifetime Athlete Body. In this podcast episode, PK & I discuss the types of muscle contractions, ways you can leverage them in training, and even how you might prefer one over the others in a movement problem-solving strategy. Enjoy! This podcast was…
Can you actually train your immune system? Well, sort of…and I explain that in this episode. How should we train during this time of coronavirus outbreak? That get’s covered also. What are the diet and lifestyle factors that have been proven to support immune function? These get addressed as well. I hope you find this information helpful in staying safe…
During the Coronavirus pandemic, we are faced with the need to minimize potential for disease transmission. This involves social distancing, or decreasing exposure to others. Gyms, group fitness programs, and team practices are in most cases temporarily unavailable, but this doesn’t mean you can’t train. You just have to be a bit creative. This episode offers some useful suggestions. This…
Music is a popular and powerful adjunct to training. In this episode, PK and I have some fun sharing some of our preferences for training tunes. Let us know some of your faves!
The holiday season often brings change to our routines. As we travel, gather, celebrate, and feast at this time of year, we are also faced with some challenges. In this episode, PK & I discuss some of the common issues that go along with all the festivities. We provide some suggestions that can help you make the most of your…
In this PT Basics episode, I cover the often misused and misunderstood terms of economy and efficiency of movement. Economy is all about fuel preservation. Efficiency involves the output produced by energy utilization. Both are important for the lifetime athlete. Learn how to combine both these characteristics to your training, and ultimately make your health, function, and performance maximally EFFECTIVE!
Can you believe it’s December already? I hope you had a great Thanksgiving celebration and got some killer deals on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. I also hope you are approaching year-end in good health, with a positive outlook, and with most of your ducks in a row. December, or year-end, means different things to many of us. In business,…
The Lifetime Body Podcast has a new name. It’s now The Lifetime Athlete Podcast! In this episode, PK and I discuss the evolution of the business, and the refined focus of the show. Clients and audience members have been requesting more and deeper information on peak performance training, injury management, body composition tuning, and fitness through the lifespan. There’s a…
We are all familiar with push versus pull movement patterns. Exercises like presses and rows, or pushups and pullups, are staples in our conditioning programs. But interestingly enough, the terms push and pull apply equally well to our thinking. This is particularly true when considering how we frame our self-image and the way in which we define our path toward…
I recently had the honor of visiting with Montana State University Head Track and Field and Cross Country Coach Lyle Weese. In this episode, Lyle and I discussed many aspects of the athletic experience. This show is rich with pearls of peak performance and wellness wisdom in areas such as life balance, communication, training, and the human experience. You don’t…
Life happens. Injuries happen. But that’s not the end of the world. You can still make progress in fitness and athletics when you are injured…you just have to be creative and intelligent in your approach. There truly is a way when there is a will, and this show explains all about how to train with injury using the Orthopedic Workaround.
Pain and discomfort are commonly occurring experiences in our bodies. And many times, when something doesn’t feel right, we are faced with a question. Should you work through this pain? Or should you avoid it, or even purposely move in the opposite direction of the pain? There are distinct reasons to do each of those, depending on the situation. We…
Greetings everyone, and happy summer to you! Yes, finally…it’s now official — summer is here! And with this warm and sunny season (hopefully), we usually feel inspired to get outside and move more, doing all sorts of activities and exercises that are supported by the pleasant weather. This short post is just a bit of a “Rah Rah!” I’m going…
Stretching is one of the tools in our exercise and training toolbox. There are many circumstances in which we may ask ourselves if it is appropriate to stretch, or not to stretch. In this episode, PK and I discuss some of the considerations we may want to observe when exploring the application of stretching. We discuss who might benefit from…
In this episode we offer a glimpse into the terms of looseness and tightness. Learn how mobility and stability are genetically driven and how they exist on a continuum. Find out how you can leverage your training and your lifestyle to work with your natural gifts. Get more out of your training. Prevent injuries and recover from those you have…
I recently had the pleasure to visit with Joel Smith on the show. Joel is the host of the Just Fly Performance Podcast and he is a wealth of information and insight in training and athletics. Joel pulls from his experience as an athlete, a D1 Strength and Conditioning Coach, a collegiate and club sports coach, trainer, author, and entrepreneur…
Is there an optimal time for training? The answer is “yes, no, and actually…it depends.” Yes, there is substantial research-based evidence to suggest that certain types of exercise or training, for specific or unique individuals, is indeed best performed at a particular time of day. No, there isn’t really one perfect time for training and in fact the time you…
Have you ever wondered when is the best time to exercise? That’s exactly the question PK & I answer in today’s show. We discuss some of the pros and cons of morning, mid-day, and late afternoon training sessions. You’ll find some great tips on how to be more consistent and successful with your workouts, health, and performance.
The most common request from runners I coach is to help them to run faster. In this episode, PK & I discuss the scientific principles involved in becoming a more rapid locomotor, and the artful application of common sense in that approach. We break down the questions of an audience member and explain the steps we used in the coaching…
Making your workout work for you can 10x your results in health, fitness, and athletics. In this episode, we discuss how to analyze the specific demands of a goal or sport, and then to match your training up in awesome fashion. Learn more about your specific body type, and leverage that knowledge to exploit your strengths and shore up your…
Getting the most out of your training, maximizing your health, and achieving peak performance are worthy but challenging goals. In this episode, I review a recent conversation I had with several colleagues in the physical therapy and athletic preparation fields. We discuss some of the key traits of peak performers and offer some suggestions to help you get more out…
Today, in this People with Perspectives show, I had the great pleasure of visiting with athlete, hunter, and renaissance man Kevin Davis. Profiled in Montana filmmaker Erik Petersen’s A Few Steps Further, Kevin provides many valuable insights on a life well-lived. In our conversation, we discuss Kevin’s athletic journey from all-around sports competitor, to rugby player, to ultramarathon runner. We…
Spring is right around the corner in some parts of the country, and the change of seasons gets many folks thinking about reviving or revving up their running program. This often coincides with shopping for a new pair of running shoes. The title of this week’s article has the potential to be an immense topic, but I’m going to a…
The human foot is an amazing example of architecture and mechanics. Understanding how our feet are designed to work, and facilitating that performance, can help to make our running more enjoyable. Application of proper foot function also increases both performance and orthopedic longevity. Utilizing footwear that encourages natural gait patterns, and progressing training intelligently, can restore the natural optimal function…
Coaching and Training Secrets – Edition #1 of 10,000 Ok…maybe there won’t be 10,000 of these posts, but there is lot of material in this category for sure. I really enjoy working with clients in pursuit of their health and performance goals, and there are a lot of strategies and tools we utilize to get results. In this week’s podcast,…
Getting results in health and performance depends upon the combination of art and science. In this episode, PK & I discuss some of the finer points of the coaching relationship and key variables in training program design. We also share the value of hormetic stressors, and some fun but useful “bro-talk” terms. Enjoy! For additional resources, visit The Lifetime Body…
In last week’s article we looked at acute injury, as well as the cellular mechanisms and management progressions associated with damaged tissue. We recognized acute injuries as instantaneous, event-related episodes and gave some examples of how our bodies, and minds, deal with those situations. Now we are going to examine chronic injuries. This will benefit from some defining and also…
Acute injuries are those accidental or inadvertent challenges that can surprise, temporarily disable, and frustrate us. Understanding the mechanisms of healing, and what you can do to facilitate recovery, can be very helpful. In this episode we discuss the phases of tissue healing and also the proper sequence of injury management.
In this listener Q & A episode, PK and I tackle several outstanding questions from our audience. We discuss how to navigate the butcher shop with health in mind, the physiologic basis of mobility, and why every one of us should perform all types of exercise to some extent.
Do you always go easy and never push yourself? Or do you crush workouts on a constant basis? Find out why you might want to do a little of both!
Get ready to Unleash your Inner Beast with AnimalFit!
The first of the Lifetime Programs…AnimalFit is about to be released. AnimalFit is an ebook how-to guide that will help you take your training to the highest level. By unleashing your inner beast and unlocking your athletic potential, you celebrate your inner animal and make your fitness program FIT YOU! AnimalFit goes live, and WILD, on Tuesday, December 18th!
This episode is Part 1 of several in which we define and discuss common training terminology. Based on some great feedback from our audience (Thank You!), PK and I detail a number of key terms that can help you to make your training more effective and enjoyable. We look at different types of exercise such as aerobic and resistance training,…
In this exciting episode, PK and I answer some awesome listener questions. Marty from San Diego queries us about a number of approaches that can help mature athletes to succeed in performance while not compromising health or participation in other aspects of life. We get into the topics of workout parameters like frequency, duration, volume, and intensity and how they…
You are an athlete…everyone is an athlete. Within all of us is an agile, durable beast capable of performing at the highest levels of function. In this episode PK and I discuss discovering, embracing, and celebrating our inner athlete. Seeing ourselves as athletes enhances our confidence and problem-solving abilities in all areas of life, and training like an athlete produces…
Or you could call it “Fasting, Feeding, and Fitness.” Or a “Festival of Exercise and Feasting.” Or not. Let’s get right into this perspective on how what and when we eat (or don’t) can impact our workout performance, recovery, and conditioning gains. In this week’s podcast, PK and I discussed several factors surrounding the topic of strategic dining, and…
In today’s episode, PK and I tackle some frequently asked questions concerning the topics of movement, food, and sleep. Clients often ask things like “What is the best exercise I can do…how do training and eating fit together…and what can I do to make my bedroom more sleep-friendly?” We answer these questions and more as we share some simple secrets…
In this episode, PK and I take a dive into the 5 types of exercise that make up The Lifetime Body Training System: Aerobic, Mobility-Stability, Resistance, High Intensity Intervals, and Sprinting. To help create a better understanding of these methods of fitness and performance enhancement, we compare each form of exercise to a familiar and common cooking technique. In many…
In today’s episode, PK and I get into some great questions that commonly occur at TLB, and that were recently presented by a listener. We discuss the concepts of losing weight too rapidly, sparing muscle tissue, getting enough calories, understanding protein needs, and how much exercise is enough versus too much. All this, plus a little mojo on crushing it…
Project JACKED is a comprehensive weight loss, health enhancement, fitness, and metabolic reset program. It’s a 4-month training, nutrition, and lifestyle system that shows you exactly what to do the achieve ideal body composition and improved performance. More than that, it’s a book about how 19 people in the pilot group did exactly that. Enjoy!
