In this conversation, Doug Mayer shares his experiences in trail running and the development of his business, Run the Alps. He discusses the beauty of the Dolomites, the transition from a career in radio to a life centered around trail running, and the emotional and physical challenges of endurance sports. Doug also delves into the creative process behind his graphic novel, 'The Last of the Giants,' and how the lessons learned from ultra-running can be applied to everyday life. The importance of community, recovery, and the journey of self-discovery are key themes throughout the discussion.

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In this episode, I sit down with fellow endurance coach Joe Howdyshell and elite athlete (and Olympic hopeful) Cam Smith for what turned into a true badass class on endurance training, mindset, and long-term athletic development. Joe is the author of Badass Class, and this conversation dives deep into the big-picture principles that actually move the needle—without getting lost in spreadsheets, buzzwords, or social-media noise.

We talk about why general training lays the foundation for everything that comes later, and why so many athletes overestimate what they can do in six weeks while underestimating what’s possible over a year—or a decade. Joe breaks down first principles like volume, intensity, stress, and recovery, while Cam shares real-world perspective from racing at the highest level and navigating injuries, setbacks, and evolving goals.

We also explore the often-overlooked skills that support great training: life skills, athlete skills, coping strategies, and the importance of having tools beyond exercise to manage stress. From fueling and sleep to fun, flexibility, and knowing when to push—and when to walk it out in the woods—this conversation is about staying healthy, consistent, and excited for the long haul.

Whether you’re a beginner, a seasoned endurance athlete, or a coach trying to simplify your approach, this episode is packed with practical wisdom, honest reflections, and plenty of laughs. The basics work—and this is a masterclass in why.

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This week Liz Humphreys (founder of the non-profit, Mind What Matters) and I sit down with Dr. Dani Cabral, founder of BrainLove, to talk about one of the most hopeful and exciting areas in modern medicine: the reversal and prevention of cognitive decline. Dr. Cabral combines functional medicine, neurology, and lifestyle design to help patients facing Alzheimer’s and dementia reclaim their vitality and brain health.

We discuss her journey from traditional healthcare to creating a more holistic approach, one that looks at nutrition, hormones, inflammation, sleep, toxins, and emotional health as interconnected levers for healing.

Dr. Cabral shares stories from her clinic, practical strategies for optimizing brain function at any age, and powerful insights into how mindset, relationships, and purpose play a role in neuroplasticity and recovery.

We also talk about the science of BrainLove, why it’s never too early (or too late) to start supporting your brain, the daily habits that make the biggest difference, and how she’s helping shift the narrative from fear and decline to empowerment and transformation.

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