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In Episode 114, we speak with Daniel Tal Mor direct from Tel Aviv to talk about his most recent start-up project that revolves around health and nutrition. Daniel provides us with the background on this project which is a collaboration with his wife and sister in-law – both of whom are scientists – and how they came up with the technology to allow consumers to track their metabolism and make good choices around nutrition and exercise. While it may seem it is too good to be true, their affordable Lumen device and associated app uses proven science and technology to monitor carbon dioxide levels in your breath to determine how your body is using fats and carbohydrates throughout the day. Daniel tells us about the journey involved in not only developing the technology, but also working with consumers and communities to optimize the benefits of monitoring your nutrition and metabolic status from day to day.Lumen is a device and app that measures your metabolism in a simple breath and provides daily personalize

In Episode 113, we meet with Eliisa Tennant, the Community Marketing Manager at Cronometer. We discuss the use of the Cronometer app to help monitor and manage diet and nutrition for individuals and organizations. While tracking nutritional information can often seem tedious and time consuming, we learn more from Eliisa about how Cronometer makes nutritional tracking much more convenient and accurate. Whether you are optimizing human performance, losing weight, improving body composition or managing a medical condition, Cronometer takes all of the guess work out of diet management and nutritional choices.Cronometer is considered one of the most accurate, comprehensive nutrition tracking apps available. Unlike other apps on the market, the nutritional data is curated from verified, accurate sources, providing a complete solution – no matter what diet you choose to be on. CEO, Aaron Davidson, built the Cronometer app as a side project in 2005. He was following the CRON diet (Calorie Restriction with Optim

In Episode 112, Don and Derek discuss finding the ‘sweet spot’ in their training as they age. In the case of running, one of the biggest challenges is to find an intensity and volume of running that creates significant health and fitness benefits without placing an individual at risk for overtraining or injury. While the younger versions of yourself may have been able to withstand any type of workout that you would undertake, the ageing adult must exercise a little more control and discretion over their workouts to maximize their health and ensure longevity. Don and Derek share their strategies for incorporating workouts that give them the best bang for their buck, without setting them up for exhaustion, injury or a poor metabolic response. In many cases, the addition of appropriate recovery measures may be required for older adults to make sure you are fully rested before heading into the next workout. Making good decisions on training is absolutely necessary for everyone, but plays a bigger role for ag

In Episode 111, we talk about the amazing feats of endurance and mental strength of David Kilgore. As an ultra runner, David is no stranger to putting in hundreds of miles per week under his belt. He tells us about his training for some of the most gruelling races in the world, dealing with everything from heat exhaustion, altitude changes and creatively fueling himself. We discuss David’s training and his use of different footwear for different training and competition scenarios. Thankfully, David has managed to stay relatively injury free. As such, we talk about his approach to training intelligently for maintaining a long running career and lifestyle, while at the same time, not taking life or running too seriously.David Kilgore, born in UK, raised in Florida and currently residing in NYC, is a runner of all trades from shorter distance races on the road/track to long ultra-distance on the trails. David placed third at the 2018 USATF 50K Trail Championships, won the 2018 Breakneck Point 42K and has a 5

In Episode 110, we get cozy with Dr. Rebecca Robbins and talk about her detailed work on sleep. Sleep is definitely a popular topic these days, so much so that it’s keeping us up at night trying to figure out how to get the best sleep. Dr. Robbins helps to clarify some of the key recommendations on sleep so that we can relax and fall asleep in a timely and sustainable manner. We talk about sleep and productivity, caffeine, alcohol, sleeping in, travel and jet-lag, sleep aids and bed-time routines. Dr. Robbins provides some great information on how to improve your sleep strategies and your overall health.Dr. Robbins is an Instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School and an Associate Scientist at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital where she works with Dr. Charles Czeisler and Dr. Laura Barger. Her research uses marketing and novel communication tools and technologies (i.e., smartphones and other mobile devices) to design persuasive behavior change interventions to improve sleep and circadian health. Her r

Episode 109 is all about caloric restriction, fasting and other means of depriving yourself for the sake of health, fitness, body composition and longevity. Intermittent fasting seems to be all the rage, with people skipping meals like there is no tomorrow while bragging about it on their social media. Is it a fad or is there a genuine benefits to restricting consumption? There are no shortage of advocates selling books and flooding podcasts with information on how to cut their consumption the right way. Don and Derek discuss the pros and cons of restricted eating and who it may benefit, as well as who should look for better strategies for staying fit, strong and satisfied.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-showSp

In Episode 108, we get the opportunity to speak again with Shawn Stevenson about his latest book, “Eat Smarter.” Shawn talks about how important it is to understand how everything related to health and fitness is integrated and interconnected. Shawn’s previous book “Sleep Smarter” was all about understanding how your daily habits and routines could positively or negatively impact your quality of sleep. In “Eat Smarter”, Shaw continues to explore the synergies between healthy nutrition and other activities that you program within your day and throughout the week including exercise, recovery and mental health optimization. Shawn outlines all of the important concepts and research covered in his book, and provides real life examples of success stories in working with clients and helping them to “Eat Smarter.”Shawn Stevenson is a bestselling author and creator of The Model Health Show, featured as the #1 Nutrition and Fitness podcast on iTunes. A graduate of The University of Missouri – St. Louis with a backg

In Episode 107, we are joined by the multi-talented and well-traveled sportsman and entertainer, Paul Cheng. Affectionately nicknamed, The Typhoon, during his fighting days, Paul tells us about his journey from young football athlete to everything from bobsleigh pusher, boxer, mixed-martial arts title contender, stunt man and action star. Being a sports and entertainment journeyman doesn’t come without its risks, and Paul shares his experiences – both good and bad – as a fighter in the octagon, being on the receiving end of Ryan Reynolds’ insults or falling out of a speeding bobsleigh. A typical day for Paul is a lifetime of excitement for any regular person. Paul “Typhoon” Cheng current works as an actor and stuntman in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Paul originally grew up in Toronto, Ontario, but hails from Taiwan. When he’s not working on the set of a new movie or television series, Paul can be seen training young football players, fighters and aspiring stunt actors. Paul can be seen in a new upcoming Disne

In Episode 106, we talk about our most memorable travel experiences, as we look forward to returning to more ‘normal’ travel in the near future. Remember when you were a youngster and you looked forward to getting on an airplane and enjoying the whole experience? When did traveling become a negative and anxious experience for most people? Does air travel bring out the worst in some people? We discuss all of the issues – past, present and future – related to our own air travel, but also look forward to the benefits of being able to travel and share experiences with our family, friends and people that we have yet to meet. Despite all of the negative experiences we have endured with air travel, we are cautiously optimistic about getting back to the ‘friendly skies’ in 2021. 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

In Episode 105, we are fortunate to join Kate Georgiadis to discuss her journey from Greek professional volleyball player to high profile New York City personal trainer. Kate takes us through her journey from high performance volleyball athlete to working in one of the most competitive personal training environments in the world. She has developed an intense and enthusiastic training approach that fits in with the competitive atmosphere created by her colleagues, but also achieves consistent and timely results for her clients.Kate Georgiadis is a Certified Personal Trainer and the General Manager of Hype Gym, a Private Training Facility based in New York City. Kate is a professional volleyball and beach volleyball player and has been in the fitness industry for more than 10 years. She also holds a master’s degree in special education. Kate works with a range of individuals from youth to the elderly. She also has significant experience working with athletes in the sports of volleyball, basketball, soccer

In Episode 104, we speak with Brandon Marcello about the broad topic of wearable technology. Every few months, new wearable consumer products enter the market with lots of hype and promises around changing your life and improving your fitness. But are companies over-promising and under-delivering on their wearable technology? What are some of the more reliable and valid products? Can wearable technology make a difference in the quality of your workout and the overall user experience? Are wearables a good substitute for standard medical testing? These questions and many more are discussed with Brandon in this episode.Brandon Marcello is a recognized author, researcher, and international presenter, he routinely speaks around the world on a number of topics pertaining to elite-level performance. His work appears regularly in numerous journals, textbooks, and periodicals. He also has served as a consultant to U.S. military, many Division-I programs, International Sports Federations, as well and Adidas, Un

In Episode 103, Don and Derek talk about the upcoming summer and keeping busy through various projects. One interesting project of note is the barn structure that Don is building in his backyard in Long Island, New York. COVID-19 has created a pivot opportunity for Don to provide his services and knowledge from home in a specially designed structure for training, teaching and spending some quality time with friends and family. They discuss the features of the new structure and some of the possible uses moving forward. We will be sure to track the progress of the project and possibly publish some podcast content from the Saladino Barn in the latter part of 2021.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 – http

In Episode 102, we have an in depth discussion with Fernando Reis, discussing his training and the road to the postponed 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. Fernando talks about when and how he started training in the sport of Olympic Weightlifting, as well as some of the other sports he participated in as a young athlete. We discuss the intricacies of training and competing as a world class level Olympic Weightlifter and how important it was to develop his technical expertise from a very young age. Fernando talks about the equipment he uses and how his technique, training and recovery methods have changed over the years as a world class competitor. His upcoming competitions are the Pan American Weightlifting Championships in the Dominican Republic and the Olympic Games in Tokyo, and talk about his preparations for both those events.Fernando Reis competes as an elite level Olympic Weightlifting at the 105kg+ weight class for Brazil. He won the bronze medal at the 2020 Junior World Weightlifting Championships. Thi

In Episode 101, we meet up with Joel Totoro to talk sports nutrition and supplementation. One of first questions we had was how does one choose a high quality supplement company for your health, nutrition and performance. We find out through Joel that a good deal of effort goes into selecting high quality ingredients for supplement product to make sure the customer gets the best and safest formulations for their needs. The products must be tested regularly for everything from pesticides to heavy metals to banned substances. Having researchers, medical doctors, naturopaths and registered dieticians as part of the team that all contribute to the development of high quality supplements is essential in this day and age. We discuss the use of supplements with young athletes and the key supplements that should be taken by adults to address typical deficiencies and provide a boost where possible. Other topics covered included hydration requirements to address cramping, supplementation needs when recovering fro

In our milestone Episode 100, we have the pleasure to meet up again with Dr. David Perlmutter to talk with him about his recent book, Brain Wash. Dr. Perlmutter co-authored the book with his son and fellow physician, Dr. Austin Perlmutter. We discuss the impact of today’s cultural and technological norms and how they can negatively impact our brain and our habits. While people often refer to detoxifying their bodies through nutritional interventions, what Dr. Perlmutter is proposing is detoxifying our brains by making better choices around technology, social interaction, physical fitness, sleep and nutrition. By essentially undertaking a ‘Brain Wash’, we can address multiple issues around both physical and mental health. The book outlines a 10-day plan that includes meal plans and recipes to assist in the cultivation of a healthy, vibrant and meaningful life.Dr. Perlmutter is a Board-Certified Neurologist and five-time New York Times bestselling author. He serves on the Board of Directors and is a Fellow

In Episode 099, we talk about gut and brain health with Doug Cook. Doug is known as the gut-brain guy and starts with how he takes a holistic approach to all health and wellness issues, particularly when evaluating the impact of diet and nutrition. We discuss the impact of location and geography and how it can impact the microbiome of an individual, and can even impact the type of probiotics you choose to supplement your diet with depending on the local microbial ecosystem. Doug also touches on the key elements we may be missing from our diets, particularly as it relates to gut and brain health. He also identifies some of the things that can be negatively impacting our gut health including an abundance of processed foods and the consumption of alcohol. Other topics include food allergies, enzymes and food sensitivities, and essential fats and oils.Doug Cook is a Registered Dietitian & Integrative & Functional Nutritionist and former Certified Diabetes Educator with over 19 years of clinical nutri

In Episode 098, we speak with Taylor Coomer on the uses and benefits of CBD (cannabidiol) products for health and wellness applications. Taylor provides an overview of the uses of CBD products and the process involved in producing CBD based products. We also discuss the growth in the CBD industry and the differences between the types and quality of various CBD products on the market. Taylor also identifies the importance of producing an organic CBD product that is free of pesticides and other toxins. While quality research on CBD continues to emerge and individuals continue to report positive experiences with CBD products, large pharmaceutical companies are paying close attention to determine the impact of these products on their bottom lines.Taylor Coomer is the Chief Product Officer for WAAYB Organics located in the Greater Denver area. WAAYB produces CBD products derived from hemp. WAAYB oversees every step of the process, from planting to farming to harvesting to extraction to distillation to formul

In Episode 097, we are rejoined by one of our earlier podcast guests, Mr. John Callery, to get an update on the state of the opioid crisis in America and the steps that have been taken to keep citizens safe, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. John updates us on the status of fentanyl in 2021 and the reasons behind its proliferation, as well as the challenges faced by the DEA in protecting the public from its sinister effects. We discuss the impact of COVID-19 and how it has changed the way drugs are used, trafficked and enforced. He explains how sophisticated the methods of the drug cartels can be with drug distribution and how they have adapted rapidly during this time. John also updates us on the role the DEA has played in monitoring the conduct of domestic pharmaceutical companies and their production and distribution of opiate-based medications. And, with almost 30 years of experience in the drug enforcement business, John tells us about his role as a technical advisor for major movies over t

In Episode 096, we are honoured to enjoy the company of Bill Crudup. Billy has been a long-time member of Drive495 in New York City and has shared more than a few intense and gruelling workouts under the close scrutiny of Don. We begin by speaking to Billy about his role as world class runner and legend, Steve Prefontaine, in the 1998 film, Without Limits. He outlines the training and preparation for the film and how they pieced together the numerous races required for depicting Prefontaine’s thrilling competitions. We then transition into Billy’s preparation for Almost Famous, where he played a skilled lead guitarist for an up and coming seventies rock band. Once again, Billy had to learn from some of the best in the world to create the illusion of guitar brilliance, piecing together memorable scenes for the movie. We quickly learn that Billy is a master in the art of taking brief moments in time and portraying himself as a world class performer throughout movies and television episodes. We even get t

Episode 095 is our first podcast of 2021 and Don & Derek spend the first part of the session with a discussion of how the early part of the year will continue to be difficult for gyms, travel, restaurants and other industries. But quickly our conversation transitions into the influence of music – particularly the music of the vinyl age – has influenced our lives and our memories of training and the motivation behind our training sessions. Whether it’s Don’s jukebox or Derek’s eighties record collection, the influence of music in our lives has been significant. Additionally, many of Don and Derek’s clients have also had a special connection to music that they discuss in this episode, and things take an interesting turn that gives rise to new podcast interview opportunities and a great start to 2021!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 – h