Chasing Common Ground: Lifestyle Conversations with Chris Liddle

To describe Jenny best, I am borrowing her description from her website where you can find more about her at www.fit-to-speak.com “I’m a communication and presentation skills coach for Vautier Communications, working with corporate professionals and executives at all levels and across all industries. I co-own Train Smarter and Harder, an adult fitness and sports performance training studio in Brentwood, California (NorCal). I’m an educator for Certified Functional Strength Coach.” You can follow Jenny @fit_to_speak on IG In this episode we talked about body language in communication, we talked about first impressions, diversifying our work and the stage at speaking events as well as having boundaries.  You are bound to learn something from this episode no matter what industry you are in. You can learn more about your host, Chris Liddle @christianliddle and @thelifestylechase on IG. You can also head to www.invigoratetraining.com for more. Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe

Dr. Briana Botsford (@docbribots on IG) is a Naturopathic Doctor in Edmonton with a passion for helping her patients solve their health mysteries. As a member of the local triathlon community, you might catch her in full spandex on the weekends cycling or running in Edmonton’s glorious river valley. She has a family farm north of the city where she grows an epic vegetable garden in the summer. Because of her interest and participation in sport, Dr. Botsford completed her education focus in sports medicine. As her career progressed, she began working with more and more women, who may or may not be athletes, but also have health issues. Her special interest is in women’s health and performance and she works with all humans to achieve their peak health and optimal well-being. Dr. Botsford loves to explain things. She strongly believes that doctors are teachers and wants to help you understand your health concerns. She believes information is power and when you know more, you can live better! Before she became an ND, Dr. Botsford had issues with severe menstrual pain that would make it impossible to train properly and caused her to take time off work. Mood swings and a history of depression left her questioning the impact her hormones were having on her quality of life. Seeking care from a ND allowed Dr. Botsford to successfully compete in ironman triathlons and inspired her to go back to school to become a naturopathic doctor. You can learn more about here at https://www.bribotsford.com/ or at https://www.flowyeg.ca/You can learn more about your host, Chris Liddle @christianliddle, you can follow the show @thelifestylechase and you can head to www.invigoratetraining.comThe Lifestyle Chase is available on YouTube and all audio platforms.    Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe

This is Zac Cupple’s debut on the podcast. He graduated from St. Ambrose University Doctor of Physical therapy program in 2011, completed an orthopedic residency in 2013 to attain his OCS, became a certified strength and conditioning coach that same year (CSCS), and has spent a bulk of his career studying and becoming certified in various lines of thought (Postural Restoration, FMS, SFMA, Dry Needling, Precision Nutrition, Certified Speed and Agility Coach, and many more). Zac is a deep thinker, an educator, and a seriously hard worker. We dive into everything from how to decide your direction with the information you absorb to how to make the changes you need.  We found a lot of common ground in organizational styles and the way we see life. To learn more about Zac, follow him @zaccupples or head to his website zaccupples.com for endless resources.  To learn more about Chris Liddle, your host, follow the show @thelifestylechase, follow Chris @christianliddle or head to invigoratetraining.com  Be sure to check out past episodes for familiar names and intriguing conversations! The Lifestyle Chase is published in video on YouTube and in audio on all major podcast platforms.  Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe

Jeb Stuart Johnston returns to the show. His last appearance was on February 6, 2020 for Episode 98. Before things got crazy. We covered a lot of topics including mindfulness in regards to nutrition, emotional eating, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Is Food Just Fuel? You can find more about Jeb by checking out www.foodonthemind.com or following him on IG @jebstuartjohnston You can learn more about your host, Chris Liddle, by following at @christianliddle, or following the show @thelifestylechase or heading to www.invigoratetraining.com Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe

This episode with Chris Fudge (@cthefudge) would be perfect for a brand new trainer or someone who is less than 3 years into their career.  Chris Fudge is one of the most humble trainers in Canada for the level of experience he has and that is something I genuinely admire about him.  Take a listen to his podcast, the Project Fitness podcast to dive further down he Chris Fudge Rabbit Hole. Here’s a link https://www.projectfitness.ca/ You can also follow him on IG @cthefudge.  This episode covered everything from Chris’ origin story, to the advice he’s received from clients on life to the ways he overcame setbacks early on in finding work.  There is a tonne of value for anyone who is a trainer, but also for anyone who is trying to progress in their respective industry.  To learn more about your host, Chris Liddle, you can follow along @christianliddle on IG or follow the show @thelifestylechase. Lastly, you can head to www.invigoratetraining.com If you listen to the show on audio, please support The Lifestyle Chase by subscribing on YouTube as well.  We’ll see you for the next one.  Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe

This is Mark Zarate’s (@zaratefitness) 5th appearance on The Lifestyle Chase.  In this episode we talk about the “Look At Me” Guy and the dangers inauthentic behaviours in pursuit of ego, fame, and wealth can play on a community.  We really lean into the value of showing up in ways where you feel comfortable and how getting aligned can help set you up for growth in life.  We talk about the tough love of being able to take care of yourself first before holding other people to taking care of you. We also talk about what 2025 might look like for Mark as a way of reflecting on our habits, the way we see life, and the direction we’re going.  To learn more about Mark, follow him on IG @zaratefitness, go check out his podcast, Cool, Calm, & Chaotic or go to www.zaratefitness.com To learn more about Chris, your host, follow on IG @christianliddle, follow the show @thelifestylechase or go to www.invigoratetraining.com Thanks for checking out the show and we’ll see you for the next one! Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe

This might sound a bit biased but if you’re in the industries that Mike Doehla (@mikedoehla) and I are in, you should listen to this podcast.  This episode truly exemplifies the purpose, vision and values of The Lifestyle Chase. We recorded this about 30 minutes after I received news that my aunt (who was essentially my grandma) passed away the night before. I shared with Mike that I’d maybe seem a bit distant because I wanted him to know what was going on in case I seemed a bit off. I never want people to feel like I don’t value their time or that I’m not engaged in the conversation and he was one of the best people I could have ever recorded with that day.  We talked about how Facebook and Instagram crashed for a day, and what we learned from it. He shared with me the emotions that fatherhood brings him as a new dad. We discussed how meaningful it is to do what you love in life and how he wants nothing more than to see more people enjoy their work and have happy lives.  I’d love it if you shared this one on social media. Tag @mikedoehla, @christianliddle, and @thelifestylechase www.invigoratetraining.com {This episode is dedicated to my Aunt Helen. She loved cats and she had a warm energy that made everyone feel loved. I’ll make her proud one day.} Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe

The full explanation for this solo episode is that I had previously recorded with Will Crozier and the audio didn't record - only video. So him and I will record a brand new episode in the near future. I had pre recorded an episode with Mike Doehla that had already been produced as Episode 204, so to make life easier, I came up with a replacement Episode 203. In this episode I reflect on the last few years and give a detailed run down of some of the things that pay my bills. I say some of the things because I have worked very hard this past year to line up a lot of opportunities so if you know me personally you might see me in more roles than what I mention here on the show. I talk about the importance of enrolling people your goals and knowing your value. It's a bit of a ramble but if you enjoy it, it would mean a lot if you shared it on social media and rated the show on apple podcasts. Thank you so much for checking out the show. You can find me @christianliddle on IG, or @thelifestylechase, and you can go to my website at www.invigoratetraining.com Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe

Semaj Hunter (@whereyoufit_) returns to the show, this time from Mexico where he will be living for the next period of time with his wife and dog as he pursues the delicate balance of making meaningful connection, while living within his means.  Semaj previously appeared on the show for Episodes 128 and 140 back in 2020. I highly recommend giving those episodes a listen to fill in the gaps.  You can learn more about Semaj by heading to his Instagram or going to his website, www.semajhunter.com To learn more about your host, Chris Liddle, you can follow along on IG @christianliddle , or @thelifestylechase You can also head to www.invigoratetraining.com  The Lifestyle Chase is available in video and audio on all platforms. Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more to help the show grow and to be alerted to each new episode being released. Thanks for being here, we’ll catch you for the next one.  Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe

Patrycia (@rzechowka on IG) was first on the show waaaay back on November 29, 2018! It was Episode 15 and life was very different, yet at the same time, not entirely different. Not many people take the time to consider what life would be like for someone with MS. In a time when people are getting upset about their rights and freedoms, they are rarely considering how their actions can put someone like Patrycia in danger.  Patrycia is a champion at reframing situations and putting her best foot forward. We are all allowed to have a bad day, but when we are able to see that life is short and time is precious, attitude matters. I highly encourage everyone to go to Patrycia’s website http://patryciarzechowka.com to learn more about her and definitely go back and listen to Episode 15 as well here. To learn more about your host, Chris Liddle, you can follow along @christianliddle on Instagram or follow the show @thelifestylechase You can also head to www.invigoratetraining.com for all things Chris Liddle Thanks for supporting the show, we’ll see you for the next one! Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe