Nervous system regulation, breathwork, energy, cutting edge recovery technology, and systems-based care take center stage in this powerful conversation with Dr. Sean Drake, founder of Moderne Athlete.

In this episode of Ripple Effect Connection, Kristi Hujik chats with Dr. Sean Drake to explore a modern, human-first approach to healing and performance—one that treats the body as an integrated system rather than a collection of isolated parts.

Drawing from years of experience working alongside professional athletes across the NFL, NBA, NHL, PGA TOUR, and beyond, Sean shares why sustainable performance doesn’t come from pushing harder, but from restoring safety, alignment, and regulation within the body.

Together, they discuss the central role of the nervous system in recovery and resilience, the profound impact of breathwork in calming the body and supporting healing, and how movement, mindset, and regulation work together to expand capacity. Sean also brings real client stories into the conversation, illustrating the meaningful shifts that occur when individuals feel supported rather than overridden.

This episode is for athletes, high performers, entrepreneurs, and anyone who feels stuck in overdrive and is searching for a more aligned, sustainable path to health and performance.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

04:47 Combining Modalities For Healing and Recovery

06:25 Integrating Modalities for Holistic Healing

07:45 Energy In The Body and the Combination of Therapies

11:09 Personalized Approaches to Athlete Recovery

13:19 The Importance of Safety in Healing

19:36 Real-Life Success Stories in Healing

22:38 Amazing Healing Stories In Finding Safety

24:30 Understanding the Body's Natural Healing

26:33 Addressing Skepticism in Alternative Therapies

29:31 The Power of Breath Work

35:27 Zenbud Device for Nervous System Regulation

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The food pyramid is back — and like in Stranger Things, it’s upside down.

In this episode of Ripple Effect Connection, Health & Performance Coach Kristi Hujik breaks down the new dietary guidelines and explains what they actually mean for your health, energy, gut, and daily food choices.

Kristi covers what changed, what didn’t, and what’s still missing — including protein recommendations, full-fat dairy, ultra-processed foods, added sugar, and alcohol guidance. She will also explain that even it is never applied to your nutrition decisions this is a ground-breaking development.

This episode is a calm, practical translation of nutrition guidance — designed to help you eat well without overwhelm, fear, or extremes.

If you’ve felt confused by changing nutrition advice, this episode will bring clarity.

00:00 Introduction to the New Food Pyramid

02:29 Understanding the Impact of Dietary Guidelines

03:55 Pros and Cons To Dietary Guideline Changes

04:57 The Importance of Protein in the New Guidelines

07:34 Beware of Processed Protein Products

08:26 Dairy and Fats: A New Perspective

11:26 Addressing Ultra-Processed Foods

13:46 Added Sugars and Alcohol Guidelines

15:47 What Remains the Same in Dietary Guidelines

17:32 The Need for Individualized Nutrition

19:51 Conclusion: A Simple Framework for Healthy Eating

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Detox don't retox!We take the air we breathe and the water we drink for granted — yet both can have a profound impact on our overall health. In this episode of Ripple Effect Connection, Kristi Hujik is joined by wellness entrepreneur & SVP at AirDoctor & AquaTru by Ideal Living Helen Christoni for a thoughtful conversation on why air and water deserve just as much attention as food when it comes to reducing toxic load. Helen pioneered the company’s expert social programs, helping bring science-backed air and water purification into millions of homes. Together, they explore lesser-known truths many people have never been taught — including why boiling water doesn’t remove chemical contaminants, how indoor air quality can quietly contribute to dis-ease, and why third-party testing is critical when choosing filtration systems. They also discuss travel, everyday exposure, and how filtering the air you breathe and the water you drink can meaningfully support the body’s ability to function, repair, and detoxify over time. Connect with Kristi Hujik: ===== Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/wholehealthkristi⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠===== Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kristihujik.com/===== Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Wholehealthkristi===== Coaching - ⁠https://www.kristihujik.com/coaching-offerings ===== Join my free online VIP Wellness Community - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BBMu47UsB/===== Show Notes - https://www.kristihujik.com/podcast===== Product discounts and links for you - https://linktr.ee/wholehealthkristi===== Watch On & Subscribe To My Youtube Channel - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@wholehealthkristi13 ⁠⁠⁠Connect with Helen Christoni:===== Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helenchristoni/===== LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenchristoni/===== X - https://x.com/helenchristoni

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