Episode 143 has us revisiting with Dr. Nikos Apostolopoulos on the topic of stretching and, in particular, his proprietary brand of microStretching. Stretching is an activity that has been misunderstood and, in many cases, improperly applied to physical training and rehabilitation. If performed properly, stretching can help to alleviate pain, improve range of motion and hasten recovery. Nikos takes us through all of the benefits of proper stretching, as well as outline some guidelines around how to stretch safely and efficiently. Dr. Nikos Apostolopoulos is the founder of the microStretching technique for physical therapy, injury management, performance training and athlete recovery. Nikos works around the world with athletes, coaches, rehabilitation professionals and general population clients via consultations, in person appointments and educational courses. His work in elite sports includes athletes from the NBA, NHL and MLS, as well as Olympic Track and Field athletes from various countries in North America and Europe. He is currently based out of Toronto, Canada and the United Kingdom.You can find out more information on Dr. Nikos Apostolopoulos via the following links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/microstretching/ Website: https://microstretching.com/ The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217 iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/ Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-show Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5Py2SSPA4mntNwYRm0Opri You can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.comTwitter and Instagram - @DonSaladinoYouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.comTwitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansenYouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 142, we engage Dr. Nick Nwabueze on the issue of healthcare and fitness. Dr. Nick provides us with his thoughts on the current state of healthcare and how he provides medical care to his patients. While many in the field treat symptoms in a reactive manner, Dr. Nick is adamant that a large proportion of these medical issues could be resolved with appropriate preventative measures related to diet and exercise. However, many doctors are not equipped to recommend nutrition and fitness protocols to their patients to avoid negative health outcomes. Dr. Nick has taken the necessary steps to ensure that all of his patients have the best combination of dietary, exercise and wellness prescriptions, combined with his medical expertise to set themselves up with best chance at healthy outcomes. Dr. Nick Nwabueze is a board-certified Family Medicine physician. He completed medical school at the Ohio State University College of Medicine and finished his internship and residency at Adventist Hinsdale Hospital in Illinois. Dr. Nwabueze is passionate about learning more about how diet and movement affects overall health. He recently started his nutrition coach certification through Precision Nutrition. He also has personal experience with several dietary guidelines including eating paleo, keto, intermittent fasting (16/8, 20/4, and 23/1 fasting/eating windows), and Whole30. Dr. Nick has been a part of the CrossFit community since 2011 and holds a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer Certificate which he uses to coach classes in his spare time. He also has a background in martial arts (black belt in TaeKwonDo and training in judo, jujitsu, and Krav Maga). You can find out more information on Dr. Nick Nwabueze via the following link: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefittestdoc/ The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217 iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/ Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-show Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5Py2SSPA4mntNwYRm0Opri You can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.com Twitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 141, we speak with one of Derek’s fellow Canadians, Andrew Coates. Andrew takes us through his career journey and highlights the importance of every single connection he has made over the years, expanding his network of both friends and fellow professionals. His enthusiasm for the fitness industry, as well as his persistent approach to establishing relationships is what has served him well over his career.Andrew Coates was born and raised in Newfoundland, but now makes Edmonton, Alberta his home. He grew up as a competitive cross-country skier, basketball player, and dabbled in many other sports, but became a die-hard fitness enthusiast in his early 20’s. Andrew Began his career as a certified personal trainer in the fall of 2010 in Edmonton, Alberta, and has accumulated over 19,000 plus client coaching hours, and continues to build on that total. Andrew is devoted to reading and studying everything he’s able to find time for, about fitness, nutrition, behaviour change, and anything related to a career in the fitness industry. He has owned Andrew Coates Fitness since January of 2017 and also consults for Evolve Strength South.You can find out more information on Andrew Coates via the following links:Website: https://andrewcoatesfitness.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewcoatesfitness/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@Andrewcoatesfitness/The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5Py2SSPA4mntNwYRm0OpriYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.comTwitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

Episode 140 explores all that has happened in the five years that Don and Derek have spent together since that fateful meeting back in November 2017 at Drive495 on Broadway in New York City. We now have 140 podcast episodes under our belt and a lot has changed in those five years, including the way that we communicate and work with others, as well as how we promote our respective brands and provide services to our clients and our followers. If anything, the last five years has made us work harder at finding new ways be better at our craft, and search for good examples of who we can learn from to further develop our knowledge and skillsets. Time has flown by over the last five years, but we are always taking the time to acknowledge what we have learned, who has been an influence and where we need to improve moving forward.You can find out more information on Don Saladino’s online course via the following links:Website: https://donsaladino.samcart.com/products/5-steps-to-monetize-an-online-business/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donsaladino/The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5Py2SSPA4mntNwYRm0OpriYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.comTwitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 139, we have a fun but serious discussion about movement with movement coach, Kaisa Keranen. Kaisa is known for her dynamic demonstrations of complex movement and fitness exercises. However, we take a deeper dive with Kaisa and examine the key aspects of movement instruction that she is now focusing on with her clients, followers and general audience. While Kaisa has been associated with dynamic movement, she is now trying to get people to spend more time on quality movement that improves their daily health, wellness and fitness, as well as their overall quality of life.Kaisa Keranen is a personal trainer, fitness educator and social media influencer known for her fun and innovative ways to get people moving. She graduated from the University of Washington where she was a member of the Track and Field team and later went on to get her Masters in Exercise Science, Sports Performance and Injury Prevention. As owner of KaisaFit, she has developed her own method of movement which she shares daily with her clients and social media followers world wide. She lives and teaches by the motto that health is a feeling not a look and believes whole-heartedly in her mission to get people around the world up and moving!Kaisa has been featured in such digital magazines as Vogue, Shape, SELF, Harpers Bazaar, Oxygen and ESPNW to name a few. She was featured on the Greatist as one of the most influential people in health and fitness and most notably was asked by Michelle Obama to be one of the go to trainers for her “Let’s Move” digital campaign.You can find out more information on Kaisa Keranen via the following links:Website: https://kaisafit.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaisafit/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/kaisafitThe D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5Py2SSPA4mntNwYRm0OpriYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.comTwitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

Episode 138, we explore Don’s new course, Five Steps to Monetize an Online Business, and find out his motivation for creating this educational journey for health and fitness professionals. He tells us about the series of events that led him to transition to online training delivery. Having a significant background in operating a brick and mortar business in a highly competitive market for 15 years, Don was able to draw on his previous experience in the fitness industry to come up with a streamlined approach to providing a combination of engaging content, programs, challenges and events using an online platform supported by social media. The course is designed to provide practical, actionable solutions for all kinds of professionals. Once you understand Don’s basic formula for pivoting to an online delivery system, it can expand your reach, influence, marketability and returns for your own business.You can find out more information on Don Saladino’s online course via the following links:Website: https://donsaladino.samcart.com/products/5-steps-to-monetize-an-online-business/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donsaladino/The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5Py2SSPA4mntNwYRm0OpriYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.comTwitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

Episode 137, we speak with Canadian Coach and golf performance specialist, Jason Glass. Jason discusses the time, effort and experience that went into writing and publishing his new book, “Dream Big: Overdeliver Be Undeniable.” Jason starts be identifying the key development requirements for top young golfers, emphasizing rotational power and speed, as well as key tests used to identify athleticism in golf and other sports. He then tells us about his three year process of writing his book and covering all of the dreams and challenges he has embraced throughout his life. His mantra of “Dreaming Big” has helped to accomplish the life that he currently lives today.Jason Glass is one of the world’s top Rotational Strength & Conditioning Specialist. Jason owns and operates Kinetica Golf Performance in Vancouver BC; specializing in training rotary athletes, biomechanics, physical assessments and functional strength training. Jason is a consultant for many teams and professional athletes from the PGA Tour, NFL, NHL and Extreme Sports. Jason has also served as the head strength and conditioning coach for the Canadian National Team. Jason is also the head of the Titleist Performance Institutes Fitness Advisory Board and has been featured on the Golf Channel, Golf Canada Magazine and CBC Sports. He also hosts the highly acclaimed Coach Glass Podcast on iTunes.You can find out more information on Jason Glass via the following links:Website: https://www.jasonglasslab.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonglasslab/The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5Py2SSPA4mntNwYRm0OpriYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.comTwitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

Episode 136 involves a deep dive into Don’s process of building community around his fitness challenges, online group calls and fitness retreats. The global pandemic initially created a lot of challenges for fitness professionals, with in-person gathering discouraged and online strategies in short supply. But over the past 30 months, much has changed and the majority of people have adapted. Don discusses how he has pivoted to create a dedicated online and in-person community that spans the globe. His fitness retreats have been tremendously successful and he provides us with a look inside of the planning process and how he has managed to pull off what some might consider a risky venture in light of the side effects of the pandemic. The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5Py2SSPA4mntNwYRm0OpriYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.comTwitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 135, we have an inspiring conversation with Tom Morris, a Strength and Conditioning Coach at the Indiana University. Coach Morris tells us about this passion for his role as a strength coach, helping to develop athletes, motivate individuals and change attitudes on a daily basis. He also provides us with some insights into the challenges he has faced over his career, and how he has had to adapt to make the most out of both his life and his career. Tom also spends some of his time speaking to groups about facing life’s challenges and unexpected adversity, motivating them to meet things head on and with the same intensity and determination that elite athletes bring to training and competition. Coach Morris’ story is a compelling one and he does a fantastic job of bringing positivity wherever he goes.Thomas Morris serves as the Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Performance. Morris works with the men's soccer team. During his tenure, he has also served as strength and conditioning coach for the track and field, men's tennis and diving teams. Morris has developed and implemented sport specific strength, conditioning, flexibility, speed and agility programs for Indiana's 24 men's and women's NCAA Division I programs. Prior to his arrival in Bloomington, Morris served as the head speed, strength and conditioning coach at LaSalle University from October of 2004 to June of 2005. At LaSalle, Morris developed and implemented year-round strength and conditioning programs for 12 varsity sports, including football, men's basketball and women's basketball. Morris served as a graduate assistant strength coach at Penn State before his stint at LaSalle, completing requirements for a master's degree in education and health education in the fall of 2006. While at Penn State, Morris worked primarily with the football team.You can find out more information on Coach Tom Morris via the following links:Website: https://tommorrisperformance.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommorrisperformance/The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5Py2SSPA4mntNwYRm0OpriYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.comTwitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 134, we sit down with Merle Liivand to talk about her recent world record swimming 26.2 miles with a silicone mono-fin in the ocean just off the coast of Miami. An amazing feat covered in just over 11 hours, we discuss the physical demands of such a long swim, but also the psychological strength needed to swim through currents, jellyfish, pollution and other sea creatures. She accepted the challenge in an effort to continue to raise awareness about the importance of clean oceans, spreading the word with the help of the Guinness World Records organization. Finding out that Merle could not use her arms over the 11 hours swim was a shocking revelation. Her career as a competitive swimmer started as a child and she continued to swim longer and longer distances, progressing to open water challenges and even ice swimming.Merle Liivand is a national Estonian competitive swimmer, Model, aquapreneur, Swimera CEO, ambassador, Triathlete, International Spokesperson and open water swimmer from Tallinn, Estonia. She is known mostly as an modern day life mermaid and ice princess who never stops exploring a life and passion towards to water world. She works with many successful brands like Finis, Dermasport, Triswim, and Foggies. She have been featured many Swimming technical videos like Goswim.tv, Swimspire and USA Swimming.You can find out more information on Merle Liivand via the following links:Website: https://merleliivand.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquamjerle/The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5Py2SSPA4mntNwYRm0OpriYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.comTwitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen