The Mindful Movement Podcast and Community

Chris Duffin is an elite American powerlifter and founder of Kabuki Strength, known for blending biomechanics with high-level performance training. He spent years ranked among the top multi-ply lifters in the world, set multiple world records, and was among the first athletes to squat and deadlift over 1,000 pounds for reps, earning a reputation as one of the strongest and most innovative figures in modern strength sports.In this episode, Chris shares his powerful journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a world record-holding strength athlete and successful entrepreneur. Chris breaks down how mental toughness goes far beyond physical strength, how his upbringing shaped his drive to succeed, and why building resilience is essential for growth in training, business, and life.Join Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Great Unwind RetreatCheck Out the New YouTube Channel Here1:1 SessionsPERSONALIZED HYPNOTHERAPY, TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING, OR MOVEMENT COACHING ---------------------------------------------Buy Sara's New Book Here!Please give a review and let the community know what you think!Thanks so much for all of your support!With gratitude,Les and Sara_________________________________________________________Some of our Favorite Affiliates...Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from SunlightenThe Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFULSleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate LongevityOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MINDFUL20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Shalin Shah is the CEO of Marius Pharmaceuticals, where he leads the development of novel therapies for testosterone deficiency and metabolic health. His background spans finance, private equity, and pharmaceutical strategy, with a focus on patient-centered innovation and education around hormonal health.In this conversation, Les Raymond and Shalin Shah discuss testosterone’s broader role in men’s health beyond muscle and libido, including energy, mood, and metabolic function. They cover common signs of low testosterone, modern lifestyle challenges, and emerging treatment options, emphasizing the importance of testing, education, and informed decision-making.Join Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Great Unwind RetreatCheck Out the New YouTube Channel Here1:1 SessionsPERSONALIZED HYPNOTHERAPY, TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING, OR MOVEMENT COACHING ---------------------------------------------Buy Sara's New Book Here!Please give a review and let the community know what you think!Thanks so much for all of your support!With gratitude,Les and Sara_________________________________________________________Some of our Favorite Affiliates...Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from SunlightenThe Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFULSleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate LongevityOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MINDFUL20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Aaron Hartman, MD is a board-certified Family Medicine physician specializing in functional, integrative, and holistic medicine, with additional certifications in Functional Medicine and Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine. His approach to chronic illness and nutrition is strongly influenced by his experience caring for his daughter Anna, who has cerebral palsy.In this conversation, Dr. Hartman examines the limits of conventional chronic care and explores how nutrition, metabolism, minerals, and inflammation interact. We discuss meal frequency, carbohydrate and fat metabolism, cholesterol, fluoride, seasonal eating, and complex conditions like Lyme disease, highlighting the functional medicine focus on root causes and individualized care.00:00 Introduction to Functional Medicine and Personal Journey07:49 The Impact of Personal Experience on Medical Practice10:17 Understanding Cerebral Palsy and Its Implications18:00 Blind Spots in the Healthcare System24:30 Rediscovering Old Treatments and Staying Curious25:39 Controversial Health Perspectives28:12 The Impact of Diet on Health31:43 Understanding Nutritional Deficiencies34:26 The Role of Sodium in Our Diet40:06 Inflammation and Nutrient Deficiencies43:38 Cholesterol and Immune Response45:51 Balancing Fats and Carbohydrates01:02:16 The Importance of Seasonal Eating01:09:00 Lyme Disease: Treatment and RecoveryJoin Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Great Unwind RetreatCheck Out the New YouTube Channel Here1:1 SessionsPERSONALIZED HYPNOTHERAPY, TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING, OR MOVEMENT COACHING ---------------------------------------------Buy Sara's New Book Here!Please give a review and let the community know what you think!Thanks so much for all of your support!With gratitude,Les and Sara_________________________________________________________Some of our Favorite Affiliates...Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from SunlightenThe Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFULSleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate LongevityOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MINDFUL20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Chloe Carmichael, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist based in New York City. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Columbia University, graduating summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa, and completed both her master’s degree and Ph.D. in clinical psychology at Long Island University, an APA-accredited program. Her clinical training included placements at Lenox Hill Hospital, Kings County Hospital, and other academic and community settings. Dr. Carmichael maintains a private practice focused on stress management, anxiety, relationships, and self-esteem. She's also a USAS Today best selling author.In this conversation, Dr. Chloe Carmichael discusses the importance of free speech for mental health, the challenges of censorship, and the need for open dialogue in society. She emphasizes the benefits of expressing oneself authentically and the dangers of self-censorship and repression. The discussion also covers techniques for effective communication, personal experiences with changing perspectives, and the role of mindfulness in mental health. Dr. Carmichael encourages listeners to engage in political discussions and to embrace the complexities of differing opinions.Connect with Chloe:https://www.drchloe.com/freespeechJoin Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Great Unwind RetreatCheck Out the New YouTube Channel Here1:1 SessionsPERSONALIZED HYPNOTHERAPY, TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING, OR MOVEMENT COACHING ---------------------------------------------Buy Sara's New Book Here!Please give a review and let the community know what you think!Thanks so much for all of your support!With gratitude,Les and Sara_________________________________________________________Some of our Favorite Affiliates...Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from SunlightenThe Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFULSleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate LongevityOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MINDFUL20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Jeffrey M. Hockings, D.C., known as “The Diabetes Doc,” is a chiropractor and the founder and CEO of Diabetes Reversal Group, a telehealth-based program focused on reversing type 2 diabetes through lifestyle intervention. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life University in 1990 and has spent over three decades working in nutrition and metabolic health, emphasizing structured diet, supplementation, coaching, and accountability as alternatives to medication-centered diabetes management.In this conversation, we break down what “diabetes reversal” actually means and what it does and does not involve. Dr. Hockings explains how blood sugar and A1C work, why insulin resistance develops, and how targeted lifestyle changes can meaningfully improve metabolic health. We talk through the role of diet and exercise, where supplements may fit into the process, and why accountability and structure matter more than motivation alone. We also zoom out to discuss the connection between type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular risk, and how improving metabolic health upstream can change long-term outcomes.Join Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Great Unwind RetreatCheck Out the New YouTube Channel Here1:1 SessionsPERSONALIZED HYPNOTHERAPY, TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING, OR MOVEMENT COACHING ---------------------------------------------Buy Sara's New Book Here!Please give a review and let the community know what you think!Thanks so much for all of your support!With gratitude,Les and Sara_________________________________________________________Some of our Favorite Affiliates...Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from SunlightenThe Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFULSleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate LongevityOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MINDFUL20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Mitchel Osmond is a mentor, speaker, and coach who helps fathers and husbands build stronger relationships through intentional leadership, emotional connection, and personal discipline. Drawing from his own journey through personal struggle and growth, he focuses on helping men reconnect with their purpose, improve family dynamics, and lead healthier homes through clarity, confidence, and consistency.In this powerful conversation, Mitchell shares his journey from personal struggle to becoming a mentor for fathers and husbands who want to lead stronger, healthier homes. We explore what it really means to be a husband. Not through control, but through emotional connection, responsibility, and intentional leadership.Connect with Mitchell and his company:Instagram: @dadnationco and @mitchellosmondYoutube:  @dadnationco  Join Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Great Unwind RetreatCheck Out the New YouTube Channel Here1:1 SessionsPERSONALIZED HYPNOTHERAPY, TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING, OR MOVEMENT COACHING ---------------------------------------------Buy Sara's New Book Here!Please give a review and let the community know what you think!Thanks so much for all of your support!With gratitude,Les and Sara_________________________________________________________Some of our Favorite Affiliates...Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from SunlightenThe Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFULSleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate LongevityOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MINDFUL20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. David D. Clarke, MD is a board-certified physician in internal medicine and gastroenterology, best known for his work on stress-related and brain-generated physical symptoms often referred to as neuroplastic or psychophysiologic conditions. After decades in traditional gastroenterology, he shifted his focus toward understanding how the brain, stress, and emotions can drive very real pain and illness in the absence of structural disease.In this conversation, Dr. Clarke explains neuroplastic symptoms and why pain without clear imaging or lab findings is still real and valid. He shares his personal journey from conventional GI practice to recognizing the brain’s role in physical symptoms, walks through case studies showing how unresolved stress and emotional patterns can manifest in the body, and discusses why stress evaluation, emotional awareness, and healthy boundaries are central to healing. He also points listeners toward practical resources for patients and practitioners seeking a better framework for understanding and treating neuroplastic conditions.Connect with David at symptomatic.meJoin Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Great Unwind RetreatCheck Out the New YouTube Channel Here1:1 SessionsPERSONALIZED HYPNOTHERAPY, TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING, OR MOVEMENT COACHING ---------------------------------------------Buy Sara's New Book Here!Please give a review and let the community know what you think!Thanks so much for all of your support!With gratitude,Les and Sara_________________________________________________________Some of our Favorite Affiliates...Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from SunlightenThe Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFULSleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate LongevityOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MINDFUL20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Julie Ryan is a medical intuitive, psychic, and author known for her work in energy scanning and spiritual communication. After a career as a businesswoman and inventor, she shifted her focus toward intuitive practice and developed her framework for understanding the “twelve phases of transition.”In this episode, she shares her journey with me exploring how she discovered and refined her psychic abilities. Together, they dive into spirit communication, energetic healing, and the role of collective energy in human transformation.Join Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Great Unwind RetreatCheck Out the New YouTube Channel Here1:1 SessionsPERSONALIZED HYPNOTHERAPY, TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING, OR MOVEMENT COACHING ---------------------------------------------Buy Sara's New Book Here!Please give a review and let the community know what you think!Thanks so much for all of your support!With gratitude,Les and Sara_________________________________________________________Some of our Favorite Affiliates...Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from SunlightenThe Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFULSleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate LongevityOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MINDFUL20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this conversation, Chris James shares his insights on nutrition and fasting, challenging common beliefs about dietary needs and the body's capabilities. He recounts his personal experience of fasting for 30 days while working in physically demanding conditions, demonstrating that the body can function effectively even with limited food intake. This discussion highlights the misconceptions surrounding nutrition and the potential for human endurance.Chris runs the Healthy Alternative community, where he teaches structured fasting programs, lifestyle change, and root-cause approaches to obesity. His approach emphasizes holistic health, mindset, stress management, emotion, nutrition, and long-term behavior change rather than quick-fix dieting.Over the years, he has guided thousands through extended fasts, 30-day challenges, and group coaching protocols.Connect with Chrishttps://ahealthyalternative.org/https://www.youtube.com/@UCxLbq3HE6d0VlZblsYWp4gQ https://www.instagram.com/a.healthy.alternative?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Join Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Great Unwind RetreatCheck Out the New YouTube Channel Here1:1 SessionsPERSONALIZED HYPNOTHERAPY, TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING, OR MOVEMENT COACHING ---------------------------------------------Buy Sara's New Book Here!Please give a review and let the community know what you think!Thanks so much for all of your support!With gratitude,Les and Sara_________________________________________________________Some of our Favorite Affiliates...Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from SunlightenThe Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFULSleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate LongevityOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MINDFUL20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Lisa Parda is a real-estate broker, radio show host, and author based in New Hampshire. In this conversation, Lisa opens up about her journey from a heavily processed-food upbringing to discovering the healing power of real, home-cooked meals. She describes how an elimination diet helped her understand the deep connection between food, emotions, and autoimmune health, especially through the lens of the gut microbiome. Her story highlights the importance of listening to your body and letting food become a tool for true healing.Join Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Great Unwind RetreatCheck Out the New YouTube Channel Here1:1 SessionsPERSONALIZED HYPNOTHERAPY, TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING, OR MOVEMENT COACHING ---------------------------------------------Buy Sara's New Book Here!Please give a review and let the community know what you think!Thanks so much for all of your support!With gratitude,Les and Sara_________________________________________________________Some of our Favorite Affiliates...Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from SunlightenThe Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFULSleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate LongevityOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MINDFUL20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands