In this engaging discussion, Emily Ford, a successful entrepreneur, speaker, and mentor, shares her inspiring journey from rock bottom to business success. She highlights the transformative power of faith and resilience in entrepreneurship. Emily emphasizes the critical role of morning routines and mentorship in overcoming challenges. With a candid look at spirituality, she encourages listeners to embrace authenticity and stop hiding out of fear. Her relatable anecdotes illuminate how faith can drive both personal growth and professional fulfillment.

Marcus Filly, founder of Functional Bodybuilding and former pro CrossFit athlete, shares his journey from medical school to fitness entrepreneur. He discusses the importance of consistency, functional lifting, and how not everyone aspires to be an elite athlete. Marcus reveals his personal morning routine and what fitness truly means to him. The conversation touches on the role of community in fitness, the transformative power of movement, and how small habits can lead to lasting change. Get ready for insights that inspire a balanced approach to fitness!

Kayleigh Christina is a co-founder of Clearstem Skincare. She’s passionate about holistic skincare wellness and is dedicated to scaling companies without using external investments. She joins Michael Chernow to dive into why a skincare routine is important, what led her to the skincare wellness space, and much more.  On this episode: 1:55 - Kayleigh's journey to starting a skincare brand 9:56 - Tongue scraping and Kayleigh's morning routine 17:46 - Adjusting your routine as needed 28:48 - A simple skincare routine 38:00 - Evening routine 51:50 - Making investments in business Follow Kayleigh Christina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayleigh.christina/?hl=en Check out Clearstem: http://clearstem.com/kreatures (use code KOH)

This week, we're sharing Michael Chernow's episode from The Forward with Lance Armstrong. An extraordinary journey of resilience and redemption with Michael Chernow. From a tough upbringing to a harrowing near-death experience due to addiction, Chernow's story is a testament to resilience. Beyond his culinary accomplishments as the co-founder of The Meatball Shop and founder of Seamore's, a sustainable seafood restaurant chain, Chernow's journey is defined by his determination to overcome. His commitment to fitness and holistic living reflects his ethos of balance and well-being. Chernow shares his journey, offering hope and inspiration to those grappling with their own challenges. Join us as we delve into an awe-inspiring story, a testament to perseverance Check out The Forward.

Michael Chernow and Jonathan Yarmeisch are back for another episode of What’s Really Happening? To update you on all things Kreatures of Habit.  On today’s episode: 2:34 - Revenue numbers year-over-year 9:57 - Scaling and recruiting 24:02 - The protein bar is taking longer than anticipated 33:58 - What KOH is working on now

Dr. Jonathan Leary is the founder of Remedy Place,the world’s first social wellness club. He joins Michael Charnoew to talk about what he’s doing to try to change healthcare, why it’s harder for people to make connections, and much more. 3:51 - What is Remedy Place? 10:50 - Jonathan's vision for better healthcare 18:28 - The offerings at Remedy Place 29:40 - Daily walks are powerful 33:17  - Jonathan's morning routine 41:42 - Jonathan's 5 communities in NY 47:43 - How technology has impacted the ability to make connections 50:30 - The importance of sleep 57:17 - Which sleep habits impact REM https://www.drjonathanleary.com/

Dr. Johnny Alexander is the owner of Warrior NYC and has been a chiropractor for 10 years. On this episode, he joins Michael Chernow to explain what it is he does, why seeing a chiropractor is important, and much more. 4:24 - Michael’s MRI and when surgery is necessary 19:46 - How to determine what kind of adjustment to make 27:10 - Michael's sciatica pain 36:27 - Johnny's morning routine 46:23 - Habits to help prevent back injury 53:27 - Sleep positions Instagram

This week, Michael Chernow is joined by Dan Churchill to discuss his life as a chef, why you have to be able to do hard things, the importance of community, and much more.  4:35 - Enjoying the journey when doing hard things 11:20 - The ability to win no matter what 12:43 - Dan's morning routine 14:52 - Sleep schedules 19:13 - Having a community outside of the city 21:50 - Creating good cooking habits 31:07 - Wind down routine 34:38 - How age plays into fitness Follow Dan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_churchill/?hl=enCheck out Dan’s website: https://danchurchill.com/

Michael Chernow joins The Rich Roll Podcast to discuss his cinematic journey from addiction to inspiring others, the power of daily habits, small wins, healing your inner child, and more. On this episode: 00:01:47 - Sharing recovery stories 00:09:10 - The power of extreme commitment 00:13:00 - Reaching the lowest point 00:19:13 - The challenge of addiction and the difficulty for non-addicts to understand its power 00:23:30 - Childhood trauma, abuse, and the impact on mental health and relationships 00:27:47 - Survival tactics, chameleon behavior, and seeking love and acceptance 00:30:51 - Drugs as a temporary solution and the feeling of control and escape 00:32:21 - Leaving home at 15, independence, and finding freedom on the streets 00:33:46 - Balancing school and life on the streets 00:37:27 - Restaurant Journey 00:42:18 - Overcoming Adversity 00:47:32 - Fitness and Sobriety 00:52:18 - The early days of recovery 00:57:04 - Establishing a daily routine 01:02:37 - The importance of discipline and structure 01:09:19 - Living in the present and prioritizing family 01:20:14 - Gratitude Practice 01:29:34 - Fear and Optimism 01:31:29 - Meatball Shop Success 01:35:03 - Building an institution 01:37:53 - Lessons from a meeting 01:39:57 - Success in the restaurant business 01:48:32 - The power of culture 01:52:39 - Kreatures of Habit concept 01:54:39 - Starting Kreatures of Habit 01:59:50 - Impact of food-based decisions 02:02:42 - Commitment and consistency breeding confidence 02:07:09 - The power of small wins 02:09:38 - Challenges in building a business 02:10:05 - Motivation beyond money 02:11:15 - Kreatures of Habit 02:11:44 - Digital Business and Transparency 02:13:13 - Connecting with Customers 02:14:11 - Breathwork Experience 02:21:57 - Virtual Breathwork Sessions 02:25:25 - Emotional Release and Healing 02:27:42 - Visceral Vision and Healing 02:28:35 - Rich's Breathwork Experience 02:30:29 - Group Holotropic Breathing 02:31:35 - The virtual experience 02:32:12 - Therapy through breathwork 02:34:10 - Inner child revelation 02:38:14 - Commitment to fatherhood 02:40:08 - Advice for those struggling

This week, we're bringing you a re-run of Michael's episode with James Kent to honor his memory. Michael and James discuss the mindset of leading a team in a high-stress environment, the key to establishing a positive company culture, and how to carve out time for yourself every single day.