The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Brad Cooper, PhD)
Welcome to The Coaching Lab podcast, your trusted source for engaging, evidence-based, thought-provoking health, wellness & high-performance insights for those looking to improve their lives (or coaches/clinicians looking to enhance client outcomes). The Coaching Lab is the evidence-based journey toward better! If you've been looking for a health & wellness podcast that avoids the fluff and the headline-chasing fads while providing practical, real-world guidance, you just found it. We bring together the world's foremost experts, from world-class researchers and best-selling authors to elite athletes and coaches, sharing their insights about how to make the most of your personal and professional life. If you're looking for an entertaining format to help optimize your own health, wellness and performance through such evidence-based practices, this is the place for you! The Coaching Lab podcast is hosted by Dr. Brad Cooper, who brings a uniquely expansive background to the table. He has a PhD in performance psychology along with Masters degrees in both physical therapy (MSPT) and business (MBA) and a Bachelors degree in biology. He is CEO/Co-founder of Catalyst Coaching, an internationally recognized speaker, and elite masters endurance athlete (11 time Ironman, including 4 times at the Hawaii Ironman World Championship, winner of the 2-person 3,000 cycling Race Across America and 2:47 marathoner). Most importantly, he's husband to Suzanna (celebrating 30 years of marriage) and Dad to three amazing kids, now ages 30, 28 and 25. You can tap into Dr. Cooper's "NOT DONE YET!" (Fitness & Life After 50) publication free of charge at https://betterpath.substack.com/
Latest episodes
Jun 29, 2020 • 5min
Struggling with Low Motivation? Dial in the 4 R's (6 minute boost)
Are you (or your clients) struggling with low motivation? This week's Catalyst addresses the subject head-on, and provides a perspective based on the 4 R's that may help you turn things around. For health, wellness or life coaches looking for ways to support their clients, this week's Catalyst may provide exactly what you need to help them move forward successfully!Here's a link to the brief "4 Cornerstones" video mentioned: https://youtu.be/CO647oPqNXc More information available at https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/Song credit: Eternal Hope by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100238 Artist: http://incompetech.com/Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely available) Not Done Yet! articles on unlocking life's 2nd half here. YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.
Jun 24, 2020 • 39min
Employee Wellness Strategy Myths Busted (Project HR Cross-over)
Do employee wellness programs work? Is there a way to cut out the BS and create a meaningful approach to wellness? What do coaches need to know who may be working with organizations? What myths are prevalent about employee wellness that need busting? We answer these and many more in this special cross-over episode with Project HR!Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely available) Not Done Yet! articles on unlocking life's 2nd half here. YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.
Jun 22, 2020 • 4min
The Power of Today's Tweak (6 minute boost)
In the world of health, wellness and life coaching, BIG goals get much of the attention. But often it's the subtle tweaks that make all the difference. In this week's 5 minute Catalyst, we'll talk about the keys to applying this strategy in your own - or your coaching clients' life for greater success, both short and long term.Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely available) Not Done Yet! articles on unlocking life's 2nd half here. YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.
Jun 17, 2020 • 47min
Virtual Meeting Body Language Secrets: Allan Pease
Masks, Zoom meetings, social distancing are a part of regular life during Covid-19. Whether you're a health coach, wellness coach, life coach or any high performer trying to make the most of the situation, body language now plays a much bigger role than ever. In this episode, the man known as "Mr. Body Language" - Allan Pease of Australia - takes us on an insightful (and entertaining!) tour of the key aspects of body language and how we can optimize our results with Zoom meetings, mask-to-mask interactions and much more!For more information on coaching, please see https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ or contact us at Results@CatalystCoachingInstitute.comFor additional follow-up, here is a video Mr. Pease put together on safe greetings during these times https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BzMl5wB9TU&t=57s as well as this YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/peaseinternational Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely available) Not Done Yet! articles on unlocking life's 2nd half here. YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.
Jun 15, 2020 • 5min
Mind Your Own Beeswax? Odd History but Key Strategy (6 minute boost)
Do you like it when others provide you with unsolicited advice? In this week's Catalyst, we discuss the history of the term "Manage Yourself," a concept that - when understood - can make a significant difference in our lives as high performers or health, wellness, life or performance coaches.Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely available) Not Done Yet! articles on unlocking life's 2nd half here. YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.
Jun 10, 2020 • 47min
James Prochaska: Stages of Change Creator
The Stages of Change model is among the most recognized and utilized models in health, wellness, life and performance coaching (or any area of behavior change). In this special 100th episode, the creator of the model - Dr. James Prochaska - and his incredible partner (married 54 years) Dr. Janice Prochaska - join us to discuss the practical application, special stories and much more!Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely available) Not Done Yet! articles on unlocking life's 2nd half here. YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.
Jun 8, 2020 • 5min
Are Expectations Your Driver or Downfall? - Part II (6 minute boost)
Expectations can either be our driver or our downfall. In this "Part II" discussion that we started in last week's 5 minute Catalyst, we discuss the dark side of expectations, and what we can do to optimize our outcomes.If you're a high performer or you coach high performers (health coach, wellness coach, life coach or performance coach), you will garner immediate insights from this week's catalyst!Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely available) Not Done Yet! articles on unlocking life's 2nd half here. YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.
Jun 3, 2020 • 41min
Dr. Stuart Phillips: Protein, Strength Training and Healthy Aging
There are a number of myths surrounding the intake of protein, strength training and the role of muscle in healthy aging, but nobody better to address those myths than this week's guest, Dr. Stuart Phillips (@mackinprof on Twitter). Whether you're a health coach, wellness coach, performance coach or someone who simply wants to make the most out of their life, this episode will provide you the insights you need to effectively move forward in the areas of protein ingestion, muscle strengthening and how to optimize that strength as we age.Additional resources available at https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/Or you can access a library of health, wellness & performance coaching tools and resources on the YouTube Coaching Channel at YouTube.com/CoachingChannel Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely available) Not Done Yet! articles on unlocking life's 2nd half here. YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.
Jun 1, 2020 • 4min
Expectations - Driver or Downfall? (6 minute boost)
Expectations can be our driver or our downfall. If this week's 5 minute Catalyst, we'll discuss the potential for utilizing expectations to bring out your best. If you're a health coach, wellness coach, life coach or performance coach, you'll find immediate application for your clients. If you're here seeking optimal performance, you've come to the right place!Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely available) Not Done Yet! articles on unlocking life's 2nd half here. YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.
May 27, 2020 • 36min
Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman: Fresh Look at Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs model is at the core of coaching, counseling, parenting, teaching and essentially every aspect of our lives. Yet, was Maslow taking this concept further at the time of his early (age 62) death? Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, author of the new book Transcend and host of The Psychology Podcast takes us on a deeper dive into this potential. Along the way, we discuss the difference between "being" and "doing" and much more in this engaging discussion with one of the best known individuals in the world of psychology.If you're a health coach, wellness coach, life coach or performance coach, you will enjoy soaking in this special episode. Additional coaching tools and resources are available here: https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ or YouTube.com/CoachingChannelYou can access the brief video discussing doing/being here: https://youtu.be/ONMzSmUNi9A Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely available) Not Done Yet! articles on unlocking life's 2nd half here. YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.
