Dr. Meeta Singh is a sleep doctor whose work and research focuses on “Coaching the sleep muscle” to help maximize performance in both individual athletes and sports teams. She also works with C suite executives to help with jet-lag management and enhancing sleep. She is the Service chief of the sleep medicine, and section head and medical director at the Henry Ford sleep laboratory in Michigan. She did her training in psychiatry at the Mayo clinic and a sleep fellowship at the Henry Ford hospital. She is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (under the American Board of Medical Specialties) as a psychiatrist and sleep medicine sub-specialist. She is a member in good standing of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine the Sleep Research
Society.

She has served as a consultant for multiple NFL, MLB, NHL and NBA teams. She has also worked with college sports teams. As part of this service, Dr. Singh performs athletic sleep assessments with
personalized prescriptions for better sleep. She also helps sports teams and athletes with their travel management with a focus on addressing sleep deprivation and jet lag and maximizing athletic
performance. Her passion is lecturing and educating teams and athletes about the benefits of sleep on performance. She is also a speaker at national conferences aimed at educating sports leaders and business organizations about this subject.  

Episode 151 the boys finally grabbed the mic. A long and anticipated podcast with Nick Bjugstad of the Minnesota Wild. Nick is a former 1st round pick for the Florida Panthers after attending the University of Minnesota. He was Mr. Hockey in Minnesota out of Blaine and is an absolute beast out on the ice.

The tall, gangly stud loves to talk breathing. Loves to talk cold and is swimming in the deep end as far as consciousness goes. Dive in with the fellas as Big Nick brings home a handful of nuggets talking all subjects living.

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@nbjugstad

#27 - Minnesota Wild 

In this episode, Harvey discusses the importance of quality over quantity in various aspects of life. He also dives into the balance between consistency and quality, the significance of trusting one's intuition, and the challenges of navigating modern life while staying connected to nature. The conversation also touches on the implications of living longer and how that might affect society and personal growth.

Harvey Martin
Instagram | @harveyjmartin
X | @harveyjmartin
Website | www.harveyjmartin.com
Without Words: Mastering the Art of Being | Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Breathe. Focus. Excel | Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Coffee Enthusiasm
03:34 Quality vs. Quantity in Life
17:17 Navigating Modern Life and Inner Wisdom
24:38 Anticipating Fatherhood and Trusting Intuition
25:06 Exploring the Concept of Extended Lifespan

Subscribe to ‘A Moment with Mart’ on  Apple Podcasts, YouTube and  Spotify. New episodes drop at 7 am EST every Monday and Thursday.

Brandon is a professional baseball player for the Detroit Tigers. Before that he played for the Cincinnati Reds and played collegiately for the Arizona Wildcats. He was a third round draft pick by the Los Angeles Dodgers. 

Harvey & Steve together again to tackle more questions including a few more from our listeners!

• Danny Phyle asks: Is there a difference between feeling and emotion?
• Chad Nachtigal asks: Can you control vulnerability? 
• Can you have courage without fear?
• What’s something you do by yourself that you would stop doing if people knew every time you did it? 

Stu Beath is an Entrepreneur, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Personal Trainer, Podcaster and Former Collegiate Athlete. He is also the Co-Founder and Head Performance Coach at Output Performance in St. Louis, Mo which is a 4,200 sq. ft. state-of-the-art training facility designed for amateur and professional athletes, team training, and individuals striving to improve their general fitness!

Enjoy his conversation with Harvey Martin and be sure to check out our free MindStrong Breath Work Training Here! 

Jayson is a Olympian and current National Team Member in luge, he also has accomplished...

• 2017 World Championships Silver Medalist (Team Relay)
• 2016/17 World Cup Overall Bronze Medalist (Doubles Luge)
• 6x National Champion (Doubles Luge)
• 2008 Junior World Champion (Team Event)
• 2008 Junior World Championships Silver Medalist (Doubles Luge)
• 2007 Junior World Championships Silver Medalist (Team Event)
• 2007 Junior World Championships Bronze Medalist (Doubles Luge)

Luke is an incredibly talented and accomplished drummer. He's worked with numerous high profile bands and musical organizations throughout his career as well as releasing solo works of art. He got his start on Youtube, posting videos of his work and rather quickly catching the attention of over 100 million people for his unique style and sound. Luke has traveled the world spreading his talent and knowledge and we are tremendously grateful for him taking the time to talk with us. 

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We met Luke while he was on tour with 'Rüfüs Du Sol' and they stopped by during their Minneapolis show to train and go through a sauna and ice session with us. Enjoy as him and Harvey Martin discuss fame, talent, traveling and his work ethic for episode 111! 

Harvey Martin & Dave Williams sit down to discuss this weeks hard hitting questions.

In this episode, Harvey delves into the significance of breath, exploring its physiological and psychological impacts. He transitions into the nature of consciousness, the paradox of nothingness, and the quest for clarity in desires and self-discovery. He emphasizes the importance of trying new things and embracing the unknown to become one's true self.

Harvey Martin
Instagram | @harveyjmartin
X | @harveyjmartin
Website | www.harveyjmartin.com
Without Words: Mastering the Art of Being | Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Breathe. Focus. Excel | Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Breath
09:03 Consciousness and the Nature of Existence
17:15 The Paradox of Nothingness
27:20 Finding Clarity in Desires
43:25 The Journey of Becoming

Subscribe to ‘A Moment with Mart’ on  Apple Podcasts, YouTube and  Spotify. New episodes drop at 7 am EST every Monday and Thursday.

Dr. Fergus Connolly is one of the world’s foremost human performance thought leaders and influencers, and has applied performance science with leading sports, military, and business teams. He is the only coach to have full times roles in every major sport, including soccer (Liverpool, Bolton Wanderers), professional and college football (San Francisco 49s and University of Michigan) and rugby (Welsh national team). Check out his books 59 Lessons and Game Changer. 

Donnie Ecker is the Bench Coach for the Texas Rangers. He was recently named the 2021 Major League Coach of the year and former hitting coach for NL West Champions San Francisco Giants. He is a mastermind within human performance. Extremely knowledgeable and able to articulate information to athletes at the highest level. Beyond the field of sport, Donnie is a great man, very caring and genuine to the world around him. Take a listen as Harvey and Donnie go into the deep end of living a life of maximum potential.

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Where to find Donnie:

Socials - @donald_ecker

This week Harvey, Brian and Steve get asked...

• Besides a professional athlete what did you want to be as a kid? 
• What is the most significant event in human history?
• If you could watch everything that has happened in your life up to right now, would you enjoy it? 
• What was the first time you were truly humbled? 

"The Bull" Steve McGuiggan rejoins Harvey Martin this week as they reflect on 2019 and discuss this weeks questions which include...

On this week's episode, Harvey has an in-depth conversation with Brian Mackenzie, a human performance specialist and founder of Shift - a sports & fitness instruction company working with high performers all over the world, as well as co-founder/president of Health and Human Performance Foundation.

Harvey and Brian talk heavily about how the psychology and physiology of the body are intimately woven together - keying into the concepts of breath work, performance, meditation, addiction, and awareness.  As always, any conversation between Harvey and Brian is a must-listen.  Enjoy!

There could not be a better biography for Brian than the explanation given on his website (Link below).

"Brian Mackenzie is an innovator in human performance on stress adaptation and a pioneer in the development and application of custom protocols to optimize human health and performance. His work harnesses and integrates respiratory, movement, strength, conditioning and endurance-based training approaches to elicit unprecedented positive results. His protocols have been used to accelerate and raise both mental and physical performance in world-class Olympic and professional athletes, top executives, and elite military operators, as well as to improve the health for people suffering from various chronic and pathological issues.

Brian’s work is voluntarily and repeatedly subjected to rigorous 3rd party scientific testing, re-testing and improvement, at top institutions. He has been contracted and his work involved in research projects at Stanford University School of Medicine, California State University Fullerton, and San Francisco State University.

Brian is himself a highly accomplished practitioner. He completed the Ironman (Canada, 2004), completed both the The Western States 100 mile and The Angeles Crest 100 mile runs using adapted training protocols he developed to improve performance. He is the co-founder of The Art of Breath a course he teaches through SH//FT that teaches a principles based approach to breath & performance. Brian has also co-authored the book Power Speed Endurance, The New York Times Best Seller UnBreakable Runner, and UnPlugged, which assesses the integration of emergent technology and human performance. His programs have been featured in Outside Magazine, Men’s Health, Runners World, Triathlete Magazine, Men’s Journal, ESPN Rise, as well as periodicals such as The Economist. Brian and his protocols have been featured in 2 of Timothy Ferriss’ New York Times bestselling books including: “The 4-Hour Body” and “Tools of Titans” and Scott Carney’s New York Times best seller “What Doesn't Kill Us”.

His clients have included: Ari Emanuel, William Morris Endeavor, Sheppard Mullin, Deloitte, Google, Tim Ferriss, U.S. Military (Navy, Army, Marines), Canadian Military (CANSOF), San Quentin State Prison, The UFC Performance Institute, Altis, Jon “Bones” Jones, Laird Hamilton, Tia Clair Toomey (3X CrossFit Games Champion), Rich Froning Jr. (4X CrossFit Games Champion) and many others.

Currently, Brian is the Founder & CEO of Power Speed Endurance. He is also the President and Co-Founder of The Health and Human Performance Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to researching how breath and innate tools can optimize and help health and human performance."

Key Insights:

0’ – Introduction

3:52 – Making Training & Living Progressive Intuitively

9:05 – Is Psychology Just Misunderstood Physiology

12:40 – We’re All Addicts

20:05 – Trying To Understand The Global Implications of Breathing & Breath Work

23:50 – Using Tools To Leverage Performance and Adapt

26:05 – We Are Nature

29:30 – How Cultures & People of The Past Listened To Their Environment Differently Than Society Does Today

42:02 – Thoughts Become What Is Happening Through Physiology & Emotion

48:30 – Fighting The “Outside-In” Battle; The Caution of External Tools For Understanding Physiology

53:22 – The Balance of Medicine and Intuition

55:00 – Have We Tapped Into Our Performance Potential?

56:00 – Player Development & Money; A Different Understanding of Addiction

62:47 – The Misstep of Taking In External Feedback

64:50 – Performance Is The Byproduct of What You Learn

67:50 – The Concept of Goals Is To Make Better Decisions

68:30 – The Main Goal of The Nervous System Is To Be Autonomous

72:00 – The Breakdown of Jaw Structure In Humans Through Recent De-Evolution

74:10 – We Either Pass On Genes, Or We Pass On Information

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Brian Mackenzie Links:

Websites: https://www.brianmackenzie.com/

https://shiftadapt.com/

https://www.hhp-foundation.org/

Instagram: @_brianmackenzie - @shift_adapt - @hhpfoundation 

Twitter: @brianmackenzie

Brian Peters is back in town with The Mindstrong boys to go deep into...

• What is your favorite question to answer?
• What’s the most unnatural thing humans do in today’s world? 
• What’s the last thing you think you’ve done for the last time?
• What is your favorite quote and why? 

Harvey, Steve and Brian get together after a long week off to try and tackle...

• What is the first secret you've ever kept from somebody?
• When you worry, what are you choosing not to see?
• What is the nicest thing someone has ever done for you?
• If aliens came to earth and you were in charge of deciding who the first person to greet them is, who would you choose and why? 

Cameron is a former professional baseball player and currently Team Sales Director at Warstic Bat Company. His time is spent training athletes and coaches on how your mind can be the biggest driving force to your goals, fitness or otherwise.

Matt is an outdoor loving, tree hugging whale shark guiding, beet stem cooker with a BA in International Policy from Princeton University. He has traveled the world studying agriculture and nutrition and the ways that it shapes the world today.    

Matt and Harvey sit down to talk about food quality, food selection, farming, the life of plants and much more! 

Cris is a surfing and human performance coach specializing in training, rehab, & surf technique. His professional background pulls from many highly integrative approaches to health and wellness. This has helped Cris to view the body in a very holistic and interconnected manner, whether that be nutritionally, chemically, or mechanically. He feels that when trying to improve upon, or heal the body, it must begin with a whole body approach to wellness.

Logan Gelbrich joins Harvey for an early-quarantine conversation regarding a few hard-hitting topics related to performance and the climate of coronavirus (Key Insights below).

Logan is a former professional baseball player with the San Diego Padres, a world-class speaker, the best-selling author of 'Going Right', and owner of Duece Gym in Venice Beach, California.  While Logan wears many hats in his different roles, he takes an extremely esoteric approach to all that life offers.  Anytime the MindStrong crew gets a chance to talk with Logan, we're all ears!

Key Insights:

0' - Introduction

4:21 - The Band Gets Back Together!

5:30 - Coronavirus as a Vehicle to Talk About Adversity

7:31 - Not Just Process... Results Matter Too.

12:03 - Results: The Glue That Holds Process Together

14:53 - The Paradox of Results

21:40 - Seeking Environments That Grow Us

26:23 - Breaking Our Frames of the World We're Presented

28:50 - Meditation: Making the Subjective Objective

31:15 - The Power of Asking Good Questions

32:50 - Backlash from Friends and Family During Growth

34:15 - We All Need To Grow To Accomplish What We Want In Life

38:20 - The Humbling Reality of Dissatisfaction

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Where to find Logan:

Instagram: @functionalcoach

Email: logan@duecegym.com

'Going Right' Book: Buy 'Going Right' Here!

Currently a Mental Skills Coach with the Seattle Mariners, Adam Bernero draws on both his experience as a big league pitcher and his formal education in sport psychology.

A native of Elk Grove, California, Adam spent part of 7 seasons playing Major League Baseball - spending time with the Detroit Tigers, Colorado Rockies, Atlanta Braves, Philadelphia Phillies, and Kansas City Royals.  

Adam's journey has led him to be the happiest and most fulfilled he's ever been.  After retiring from baseball, he ended up in Alaska spending four years as a fishing guide.  While in Alaska, Adam learned about sport psychology and immediately got to work.  Adam finished his undergraduate degree and promptly applied to the University of Denver's Sport & Performance Psychology Master's program.  

While finishing his Master's degree, Adam spent a season with the Toronto Blue Jays as a pitching coach.  Following that season, Adam accepted his current role as a Mental Skills Coach for the Seattle Mariners.  He is heading into his third season with the club.  

Adam is humbled by his journey as a 40-year-old going back to grad school, and feels a renewed sense of purpose and connection with himself and the world around him.  He believes having "feel" and nurturing strong relationships are extra key to being effective in his role.  Ultimately, Adam is committed to continuously learning his craft and creating meaning within the chapters of his story.

Taylor is a XPT Master coach as well as a certified cross-fit instructor. He is also the founder of Symmetry which helps guide people with proven methods that teach you how to respond instead of react in stressful situations. They achieve this through breath work, heat and ice contrast therapy, and more.

On this week's episode, Harvey and Austin talk about one of the biggest buzz-words in the mental performance world: confidence.  The duo offers a controversial definition of what confidence really is, and talk about some of the world's greatest athletes being prime examples of inner confidence - including Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Tom Brady.  Additionally, Harvey and Austin discuss the road to building confidence, including many of the key characteristics involved.  Specifically, how developing purpose, sustaining grit, and focusing on the rights things are cornerstones of inner confidence.  This conversation is a must-listen for those of you who are looking to develop a sustainable inner confidence and become the true author of your own story.  Enjoy!

Product Links

MindStrong Membership: Become A Member Here!

Breathing 101 Course: Purchase Breathing 101 Course Here!

Sauna Research Institute: https://www.saunastudies.com/

XEndurance: Buy XEndurance Products Here!

(Use promo code 'MSP25' for 25% off!)

In this Moment with Mart, Harvey reflects on personal experiences related to seasonal changes, particularly the impact of sunlight on mental health and productivity. He discusses the importance of aligning daily routines with natural rhythms, emphasizing the role of sunlight in regulating circadian rhythms and enhancing overall well-being. The conversation also delves into personal challenges, the relationship with faith, and the significance of connecting with one's soul and nature for personal growth and fulfillment.

Harvey Martin
Instagram | @harveyjmartin
X | @harveyjmartin
Website | www.harveyjmartin.com
Without Words: Mastering the Art of Being | Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Breathe. Focus. Excel | Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Chapters
00:00 Reflections on Seasonal Changes and Personal Experiences
05:19 The Importance of Sunlight and Circadian Rhythms
10:30 Aligning Work with Nature's Rhythm
16:52 Personal Challenges and the Role of Faith
30:50 Connecting with the Soul and Nature

Subscribe to ‘A Moment with Mart’ on  Apple Podcasts, YouTube and  Spotify. New episodes drop at 7 am EST every Monday and Thursday.

• Can you think of something that everyone on Earth can agree on?
• How long do you think you will be remembered after you die?
• If you could visit one other planet in our solar system which one would it be?
• Does a person’s name influence the person they become?

Nick has spent his entire professional career on the Ad Sales side of Entertainment & Sports, working within multiple mediums (TV, Radio, Digital, Social, Programmatic) across numerous media brands. In his current role at Bleacher Report, he works across a dynamic portfolio of brands, including House of Highlight, B/R Kicks, B/R Gridiron and B/R Football. His job is to help brands connect with a sports minded consumer to help drive their specific brand KPIs. Truly meeting consumers everywhere they engage with sports and sports culture; mobile, desktop, social and experiential.

Harvey Martin and Steve McGuiggan enter into speed rounds for this weeks Coffee Buzz Friday questions which include...

- What is something you can never have enough of?

- How long ago was the last nicest thing you've done for someone that's still being reciprocated today?

- What's an emotion you've never felt before but would like to?

- If you could plan your own funeral what would it look like? 

- When did you first know you were good story tellers?  

Grab yourself a cup of Joe, however you like it and sip it slow while we spend our Friday answering questions only to find more questions. This second edition of Coffee Buzz Friday is brought to you by “A Moment with Mart”. Where guests from around the world send in questions, and Mart has only a few minutes to gather his thoughts and respond with his in-the-moment answer. Happy Friday, ya’ll. One Love.

This week's questions:

• What's the best way to keep your inner child alive?
• If you only had limited time and energy, which one would you use first?
• What is manifestation?
• Who is Jesus to you?

Harvey Martin
Instagram | @harveyjmartin
X | @harveyjmartin
Website | www.harveyjmartin.com
Without Words: Mastering the Art of Being | Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Breathe. Focus. Excel | Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Coffee Buzz Friday
02:40 The Journey of Writing and Reflection
11:37 What's the best way to keep your inner child alive?
21:16 If you only had limited time and energy, which one would you use first?
24:04 What is manifestation?
30:14 Who is Jesus to you

Subscribe to ‘A Moment with Mart’ on  Apple Podcasts, YouTube and  Spotify. New episodes drop at 7 am EST every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

At age 29, Justin is the hitting coach for the San Fransisco Giants. Previously he served as hitting coach for the Low-A Great Lakes Loons in 2019 and the year before that was the hitting coach for the High-A Rancho Cucamonga Quakes. Justin is from Southern California but has San Fransisco ties, having played at Santa Clara University. He later worked on his alma mater's coaching staff before joining the Dodgers organization. 

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Harvey Martin and Justin discuss his journey through the minor leagues, appreciating your accomplishments, training at the highest level and learning the language of the leaner. Enjoy! 

Mark is a performance director for XPT. He hails from Belfast in Northern Ireland. He’s been studying the science of sport and exercise since he was 15yrs old. Before he took on a full-time fitness coaching career, Mark played rugby at both professional and national levels, but now dedicates his life to human performance and his family. He’s been a performance coach for ten years with the last five years being spent as a post rehab specialist in Chicago. He currently resides in California working with professional athletes and general population alike implementing all pillars of XPT.

The boys keep the same trio together as Harvey, Steve and Tony add a few extras questions this week including...

• If you had to start writing a book right now what would it be about? 
• If you could speak one other language what would it be and why?
• Which activity makes you lose track of time the easiest? 
• Knowing everything that you know right now, would you relive yesterday if it meant you lost one day at the end of your life?
• How many holes does a straw have?
• What's the oldest memory you can remember? 

• Do you have a body or are you a body?
• What action in your life has had the longest lasting consequences?
• Are you ever able to understand somebody else’s point of view? 
• What has been your favorite podcast moment so far?

Jake is the head strength coach for Mash Performance.

This week Harvey & Steve take a shot at answering...

• If you could know the absolute and total truth to one question, what question would you ask?
• What tells you the most about a person?
• Can people truly change or do they become comfortable with who they really are?
• What's an assumption about life you had that tuned out completely wrong?

Dana is an author, World Champion Yankees Strength Coach, Speaker and Performance Coach to Pro Athletes,CEOs, Corporations, and Future Leaders. 

Harv, The Bull and Voc get asked their four weekly questions plus a group speed round at the end!

DID YOU KNOW ... Research has shown that 2+ hours a week spent in nature is associated with higher levels of health and happiness.

We learned that valuable fact and many others on this week's episode of The MindStrong Project Podcast thanks to Award-Winning author, Florence Williams.  The MSP crew has long believed in the value of nature-based living and training, and Florence has spent her life's work putting those principles to print.  This "Natural Savage" is perhaps best known for her book, "The Nature Fix" (a favorite of the MSP crew).  Simply put, this podcast, along with her book, are a must for anyone who wants to better understand how nature plays into the bigger picture of intuitive health and performance.

ABOUT FLORENCE WILLIAMS

Florence is an American-born journalist and non-fiction author who investigates and chronicles the connections between the environment, health, and science.  Her work includes being a contributing editor for Outside Magazine, freelance writing for National Geographic, the New York Times, and various other popular publications.  Florence has been a Scripps Fellow at the Center of Environmental Journalism (University of Colorado), a fellow at the Center for Humans and Nature, and a visiting scholar at George Washington University.  She also serves on the board of High Country News, a nonprofit environmental magazine.

Florence has been named "Author of the Week" in the Wall Street Journal, and often mentioned in various other books.

Florence's most popular work, "The Nature Fix" (2017), centers around the idea that nature has profound effects on the human brain and body, drawing research from the fields of biology, psychology, and medicine. Prior to "The Nature Fix", Florence wrote "BREASTS: A Natural and Unnatural History".

Her work also includes keynote speaking, hosting the Audible Original Series Breast Unbound and The Three-Day Effect, and Outside Magazine's Double X-Factor podcast.  She now lives in Washington, D.C. with her family.

Look for her new book, "Heartbreak: A Personal and Scientific Journey" in 2022!

WHERE TO FIND FLORENCE 

Website: www.florencewilliams.com

Instagram: @florence999

Harvey and Xavier Scruggs sit down and talk about professional baseball, life after baseball, being an MLB Analyst, and much more. Xavier played his college ball at UNLV, and after his junior season was picked by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 19th round of the MLB draft. Scruggs ended his major league career after a few seasons and then went to Korea to play in the KBO.

Xavier is now an MLB Analyst for ESPN and MLB Network, while also being a part of the Baseball Operations team for the St. Louis Cardinals as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Consultant. Scruggs also hosts his own podcast “The Bigs” and creates baseball content on his YouTube Channel. Xavier founded his own company, Xtraordinary Athletes which is a brand that is putting an end to dated stereotypes of athletes. Focusing on how athletes influence and create success inside and outside of their sport.

This conversation is great and we hope you all can take what Xavier and Harvey talk about and implement it into your daily life. Xavier is an outstanding person who seeks to help others. We are so glad we get to share this conversation with you all!

Enjoy Folks.
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Where to find Xavier Scruggs

Socials: @Xavier_Scruggs & @Xtraordinary_Athletes

YouTube: Xavier Scruggs

Brand: Xtraordinary Athletes

www.xoathletes.com

Lewis Brinson
Instagram | lewisbrins25
X | LewisBrinson

Harvey Martin
Instagram | @harveyjmartin
X | @harveyjmartin
Website | www.harveyjmartin.com
Without Words: Mastering the Art of Being | Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Breathe. Focus. Excel | Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Chapters
00:00 Caffeine Culture in Baseball
02:58 The Journey to the Big Leagues
05:51 High School to Draft Day
08:48 Navigating the Minor Leagues
11:59 The Pressure of Prospect Status
14:58 The Illusion of the Big Leagues
23:33 Memorable Moments in Baseball
24:14 The Illusion of the Game
27:47 Awareness and Authenticity
28:46 Mental Health Journey
30:10 Finding Peace and Self-Acceptance
34:54 Identity Beyond Baseball
39:38 The Power of Peace
43:57 Overcoming Insecurities
46:43 Stepping Out of the Box
48:13 Finding Inner Peace
50:22 Life After Baseball
52:58 Entrepreneurial Ventures and Community Impact
56:14 Lessons from Sports Applied to Business
01:02:31 Grieving the Past and Embracing the Future

Subscribe to ‘A Moment with Mart’ on  Apple Podcasts, YouTube and  Spotify. New episodes drop at 7 am EST every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Episode 2 of The Art of Something Mini-Series is with my good friend Brian Bannister. I was fortunate to coach alongside Banny for a few years in San Francisco, and it was a true honor to pick the brains of a master such as Banny. The first time I saw him, he was hovering over a computer with his hood over his head. He was dialed on a pitcher's mechanics at a level I had never seen before. 

At that moment, he addressed me with a genuine smile and a presence that gravitated my soul toward his energy. However, I always wanted to pay respect to his precision and focus. Banny, whom I consider "Master Splinter," is one of the most unique and brilliant minds I've encountered.

In this action-packed episode, we cover various topics around health and teaching. What I admire most about my friend is his willingness to remain curious. He is a tremendous conversationalist, but it stems from his passion for learning. Enjoy this episode. Thank you for your time and your love. 

One Love  

Brian Bannister- The Art of Baseball

Twitter: @RealBanny

Current Senior Advisor to Pitching- Chicago White Sox 
Former Boston Red Sox VP Pitching + San Francisco Giants Director of Pitching 

This week Harvey and Steve discuss...

• What separates true friends from acquaintances? 
• Which one of your personality traits has been most useful and why? 
• Whose the greatest athlete of all time?
• If you could change one thing about professional baseball what would it be? 

Scott is an Investigative Journalist, Anthropologist and New York Times Bestseller. Author of "What Doesn't Kill Us."

Hello friends, I did a mini-series of podcasts nearly a year ago during the fall of 2023.

I recorded these with a 40-minute time restraint. The platform I used to record was only allowed for such a time. If you have followed my podcast in the past, you know I love raw, authentic conversation. I've never been one for scripts. These podcasts coming up are short, impactful, and fun. 

My friend Tyler Beede and I kicked off the mini-series. Ty and I met in 2021 during spring training with the San Francisco Giants. We bonded over breathwork and human performance. Our friendship was maintained as he went on to pitch for different teams across the Major Leagues and even had a stint in Japan. 

Enjoy this conversation with my friend Tyler. 

One Love

Harv  

This week is a special episode of Coffee Buzz Friday as the boys come to you from a corner of the Philadelphia International Airport. Enjoy!

• Are there an infinite amount of questions?
• Does time have a beginning and an end?
• Do the needs of man outweigh the needs of a few?
• Is karma real?

Cory Gregory (@corygfitness @maxeffortmuscle) is a life long fitness entrepreneur and competitor. He is joined by Brian Peters and Harvey Martin in an electric conversation about purpose, entrepreneurship, developing confidence, the importance of grit and standards, and making generational change.

The boys dive deep into Cory's journey to create the job and life he wanted for himself.  Grinding through the coal mine to become a personal trainer and eventually a successful fitness entrepreneur and owner of multiple supplement and fitness companies.  He deconstructs he mindset and the things he uses to keep him, his business, and actions up to his high standards.  Buckle up.  Some of the boys get emotional.  All of them get deep into the magic that is Cory's story, mindset, and structure to obtain a life he dreamed of. Enjoy!

Harvey and Austin begin a new adventure in the name of Coffee Buzz Friday.  The duo tackle different areas of performance and life from the perspective of The MindStrong Project. 

This week, they discuss some foundational concepts within breath work that set the table for future discussions.  Core ideas discussed include distinctions between breath work and meditation, the value of our sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, and the importance of nasal breathing.

Key Insights:

0' - Introduction

3' - Diving into Breath Work

4:52 - Breath Work vs. Meditation

8:55 - The 3 Pillars of Breath Work and What They Mean

11:45 - Parasympathic arousal vs. Sympathetic Arousal In Performance

16:45 - The Power of Parasympathetic

21:05 - Detriments of Too Much Stimulation

25:30 - How to 'Get Started' with Breath Work

28:40 - Road Rage ... Mismanagement of Energy?

Links: 

MindStrong Membership: Become A Member Here!

Breathing 101 Course: Purchase Breathing 101 Course Here!

Sauna Research Institute: https://www.saunastudies.com/

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Antonia is a chef in Los Angeles California as well as a TV personality whose appeared on shows such as Top Chef, Restaurant Startup, and recurring roles on The Food Network’s Cutthroat Kitchen, Man vs. Child, and ABC’s Real O’neals. Check out her book 'The Busy Mom’s Cookbook: 100 Recipes for Quick, Delicious, Home-cooked Meals!' 

On this week's Episode, Harvey and Austin go to Instagram Live to talk about breathing and performance, as well as field questions from viewers that relate to many different topics within performance and breath work.  Questions range from adapting the body for cold/hot environments in performance through breathing, understanding how breathing is impacted during intense (anaerobic) training and how to shift in and out of aerobic/anaerobic arousal with our breathing, and becoming aware of accidental breath-holding and how that can influence the body/mind.  Harvey pokes at Austin repeatedly because of his low energy, due to a poor night of sleep.  Tune in for a fun, educational conversation regarding specific examples that can help performers breathe and execute their craft!

Key Insights:

0' - Introduction

3:38 - MindStrong Nutrition Protocol (Starting Monday, 11/6/20)

5:31 - When We Train Breathing, What Are We Training?

9:00 - Learning To Breathe East-West; Why We Train Mouth First When Training Mechanics

13:03 - How Poor Breathing Can Hinder the Mind/Brain

17:45 - Breathing Is An Indicator That Our Body Is Functioning Properly/Efficiently; Breathing Is The Measurable Controller of Physiology/Psychology

22:00 - Training The Body For Hot/Cold Environments Through Breathing

27:45 - "I notice I'm breathing shallow or holding my breath, how do I combat that?"

31:05 - How To Use Breathing For Intense (Anaerobic) Exercise; Understanding Lactic Acid and Training Aerobic/Anaerobic Systems To Improve Performance; Decreasing Respiration Rate Improves Energy Efficiency

Product Links

MindStrong Membership: Become A Member Here!

Breathing 101 Course: Purchase Breathing 101 Course Here!

Sauna Research Institute: https://www.saunastudies.com/

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On this episode of A Moment with Mart, I bring you Jordan Schmaltz. It was an electric show with Jswish 93.1 as we dove into many topics around sports, media, and life identities. I first met Jordan years ago when he played in the National Hockey League. He became a part of the early crowd and a staple in the Mt. Rushmore of professional hockey players I trained. 

Jordan has always been witty and intelligent, but what stands out is his unique ability to remain himself as he tries to find new opportunities. He's authentic, and his current awareness has brought him to the media world. He runs a variety of podcasts and has traveled the country this last year doing live shows. From comedic relief to hockey broadcasting, you will quickly discover that he has a range of depth. 

Jordan Schmaltz 
Instagram | @jschmaltz24
X | @J_Swish24

Harvey Martin
Instagram | @harveyjmartin
X | @harveyjmartin
Website | www.harveyjmartin.com
Without Words: Mastering the Art of Being | Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Breathe. Focus. Excel | Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Chapters
00:00 Setting the Stage: Environment and Conversation
02:58 The Journey of Athletic Training and Mindset
06:13 Confidence and Identity in Sports
08:56 The Transition from Athlete to Content Creator
11:49 Reflections on Past Experiences and Growth
15:02 Navigating Life After Sports
17:51 The Art of Letting Go and Moving Forward
21:05 Finding Faith and Purpose Beyond Athletics
29:12 Navigating Faith and Intuition
30:51 Transitioning from Structure to Uncertainty
32:44 Finding Flow in New Endeavors
34:43 Overcoming Comparison and Self-Doubt
36:36 Grieving the Athlete Identity
38:34 Exploring Personal Development
40:56 The Journey of Self-Discovery
43:51 Measuring Success Beyond Traditional Metrics
47:29 The Mountain Metaphor: Climbing Without an End
51:41 Embracing the Art of Being Unique

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Grab yourself a cup of Joe, however you like it and sip it slow while we spend our Friday answering questions only to find more questions. This second edition of Coffee Buzz Friday is brought to you by “A Moment with Mart”. Where guests from around the world send in questions, and Mart has only a few minutes to gather his thoughts and respond with his in-the-moment answer. Happy Friday, ya’ll. One Love.

This week's questions:

• Why do they call it a fast when it goes so slow?
• Would you rather not be able to hear music again or taste food again?
• Are we born for a specific purpose?
• What's one thing you want the next generation to know?

Harvey Martin
Instagram | @harveyjmartin
X | @harveyjmartin
Website | www.harveyjmartin.com
Without Words: Mastering the Art of Being | Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Breathe. Focus. Excel | Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Chapters
00:00 Introduction
08:07 The Art of Solo Shows
10:54 Why do they call it a fast when it goes so slow?
15:55 Would you rather not be able to hear music again or taste food again?
18:34 Are we born for a specific purpose?
25:59 What's one thing you want the next generation to know?

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This week Harvey Martin sits back down with MindStrong Coach Austin Hanson as they discuss their views and opinions on working and what validates something as 'hard work.' Also what is the perception of hard work? How do you know if you or someone is truly working hard? 

Enjoy the conversation and have a great weekend everybody!  

Special guest star and Coffee Buzz Friday alum Nate Orf is back with Harvey Martin and Steve McGuiggan!

• Can someone learn to be funny? 
• If you were the best in the world at what you do, would you have the same habits and routines as you do right now? 
• Why do people tend to resist doing things that are healthy but crave things that are detrimental to their health?
• If you could go back and watch your younger self do one thing what would it be and why?

This week Mart & The Bull tackle...

• What prevents people from understanding themselves?
• What human trait is useful now but would have been disadvantageous in the past?
• Is being right here, right now coincidence or fate?
• What is the best way for Major league baseball to market themselves?

Steve helps Harvey break in his new house with Episode 24!

Eric is a successful business owner and entrepreneur, 5X Ironman and endurance athlete. Eric founded Urban Life Athletics gym to train endurance athletes and encourage people to conquer their goals.  

Darin is the founder and visionary of SuperLife, he is the first ever health and wellness expert to be coined a “Superfood Hunter.” He is known uniquely within the health and wellness community as an exotic superfood expert, supplement formulator, and environmental activist who travels the planet to discover new and underutilized medicinal plants. 

The Captain is back! Dave Fischer returns and sits down with Harvey Martin to tackle this week's questions that include...

• What's one experience of yours that you'd like to transfer to everyone around you? 
• What job doesn’t exist now but will exist in the future? 
• If you could have one question answered about your future, what would it be and why? 
• Is there anything you know for sure is true? 

Have a great weekend everybody and be sure to check out our free breath work training here!

On this week's episode, Harvey and Austin dive into the struggles, triumphs, and nuance of meditation.  The guys dive heavily into the importance of listening - not just in meditation, but in everyday life.  They discuss the parallels and metaphors found in both the relationship we have with ourselves and the relationships we have with others.  

Remember your town's rival for high school sports?  We tend to find they're not so different from us.  It turns out our disgust for them was only because we were threatened by them.  Tune in to hear Harvey and Austin talk about how listening to understand would make not only the external world a better place, but also our own internal world.  

Key Insights:

0' - Introduction

2:36 - Rehashing Breath Work vs. Meditation

3:40 - Finding A Breakthrough In Meditation

6:24 - Learning To Pay Attention To The Mind

7:30 - Creating Space To Listen To The Body/Mind

8:35 - Gripping Meditation Too Tightly - Trying To Be Good At Meditation

10:32 - Meditation Is A Journey

10:50 - The Power of Listening and How Often Does Arguing Work?  

14:00 - Do We Actually Understand People Or Do We Just Accept Their Energy?

15:09 - Having Common Ground Connects Us All

18:45 - Listening to Understand vs Listening To Respond

21:25 - Creating Space Gives Us The Ability to Make A Choice

22:39 - Breath Work Aligns The Body For Better Meditation

25:39 - Responsibly Pushing The Limits To Find Growth

27:27 - Taming the Inner Animal To Find Meditation

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Collin started auto racing at a professional level at a young age and move his way up to become a professional, world-renowned indoor skydiver. With his uncommon drive to succeed and entrepreneurial spirit, Collin was instrumental in the development and launch of the industry's leading veteran-owned energy drink company, Strike Force Energy.

On this episode, 13-year NHL veteran and current Philadelphia Flyers center Nate Thompson joins us to share some of the vast wisdom gained from a long career in the NHL.  Along with his wisdom, Nate's continued passion for the game is inspiring.  He continues to chase every edge possible at 37 years of age to sustain his success.  Along with that, you'll get to hear some unbelievable nuggets about leading the younger guys, things he had to learn when he was young, and his change in attitude when he got sober.  On the quest to reach 1,000 career NHL games, Nate talks about his reinvigorated spirit towards training - adopting new age modalities like cold/heat exposure and breath work to enhance performance.  This transitions beautifully into Nate's Diamond Series - what he's willing to struggle for, his non-negotiables, habits, and vision for the future.  We finish the conversation talking about free will.  Do we have it, or is our decision-making just a collection of the options we knew at the time?

ABOUT NATE THOMPSON

Nate is an Anchorage, Alaska native who has carved out near 20 years in pro hockey.  He has spent 13 NHL seasons with 9 different organizations.  A 6th round draft pick (183 overall) of the Boston Bruins in the 2003 NHL Draft, Nate made his NHL debut in 2006-2007 with the Bruins.  Over the next 14 years, Nate would spend time with the New York Islanders, Tampa Bay Lightning, Anaheim Ducks, Ottawa Senators, Los Angeles Kings, Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers, and Winnipeg Jets.  In that time he has scored 64 goals and recorded 97 assists.  Now, Nate focuses on being a person who is remembered as a strong leader and a good teammate.  Nate also hopes that those who are struggling know that they're not alone, and that asking for help is the best thing you can do.  

WHERE TO FIND NATE THOMPSON

Instagram: @nthompson44

Twitter: @NateThompson44

Xavier Scruggs
Instagram | xavierscruggs
X |  xavier_scruggs
MLB Network Radio SiriusXM | Channel 89

Harvey Martin
Instagram | @harveyjmartin
X | @harveyjmartin
Website | www.harveyjmartin.com
Without Words: Mastering the Art of Being | Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Breathe. Focus. Excel | Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Connection
02:59 The Journey Beyond Baseball
06:03 Understanding Perspectives in Sports
08:57 The Impact of Entrepreneurship
12:03 Finding and Using Your Voice
15:00 The Transition to Media and Broadcasting
18:01 Learning and Developing Skills
21:08 Navigating Nerves and Imposter Syndrome
24:04 Preparation and Connection with Players
29:59 Building Trust and Authentic Connections
31:46 The Challenges of Travel in Baseball
33:56 The Lessons of Travel and Exploration
36:45 Adapting Communication Across Cultures
38:57 Embracing Uncomfortable Situations
39:36 The Value of Time and Intentionality
42:10 Navigating the Information Era
43:59 Creating Space for Silence and Reflection
48:41 The Container of Consciousness
52:55 The Importance of Community and Connection

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PJ is the Director of Performance for XPT which is a performance lifestyle company focused on breath, movement, & recovery methods developed by Laird Hamilton and Gabby Reece. PJ has over 12 years of experience coaching athletes from all over the world. 

Belisa is a US clinical psychologist, author, public speaker, and founder of The Breathing Class. She has been an active consultant and columnist in popular US Journalism, promoting intentional breathing practices to improve health. Check out her new book "Breathing For Warriors" out now!

Johnny is a professional baseball player and made his major League debut this past season for the Tampa Bay Rays. Him and Harvey Martin were teammates when playing in the Milwaukee Brewers organization in Appleton, Wisconsin. 

Richard is an Australian strength and conditioning coach who specializes in breath, performance and recovery. He is also an Oxygen Advantage instructor and an XPT Affiliate Coach. 

On this week's episode, Darin Olien is back on the show to chop up breath, nutrition, and wellness with our host, Harvey Martin.  The two human performance nerds dive heavily into not only the intuitive side of breath work and nutrition, but also some of the science regarding how our habits literally affect our molecular biology.  The conversation highlights some key misunderstandings in human vitality as well us inviting a higher level of self-awareness to the listeners.  Don't miss out on a candid conversation with two of the most passionate and well-spoken leaders in the human performance world!

Darin Olien is perhaps most well-known for his co-starring role in Netflix's #1 hit documentary, Down To Earth with Zac Efron - where Darin takes Zac around the world exploring deep questions of global health, sustainability, and accountability.  Before his TV stardom, Darin had a lengthy list of noble accomplishments.  Darin is the author of a New York Times #1 Best-Seller, SuperLife: The 5 Simple Fixes That Will Make You Healthy, Fit, and Eternally Awesome.  This book was a game-changer for some of us at the MindStrong crew.  He is also the host of the #1 podcast in the Health & Wellness category, The Darin Olien Show (Link Below). In addition to being a public figure, Darin has also been a part of creating some amazing brands and products in the health industry:

- Co-creator of Shakeology, one of the top super food shakes in the US; made of completely whole foods

- Helped develop the "Ultimate Reset 21-Day" detoxification program

- Co-Founder of Barukas, a super nut found in Brazil; the company is committed to planting 20 million Baruzeita trees.

- Launched health app "121 Tribe" to help people on their journey to healthy and sustainable living

- Advisor to P5 Energy, a green-focused energy company

- A partner in GREENPATH, a nanotech sanitation company

- Director of Strategic Alliances and the Global Health Ambassador for APPICS, a social media platform helping people monetize their passions

- Advisor to Footprint™, a company eliminating single used plastics by creating plant-based compostable products

- MindStrong Project Advisory Board Member

Above all, Darin has committed his life to traveling all over the world in order to find solutions for global health issues.  Darin is passionate about the health of planet Earth, as well as the humans that inhabit it.  He is constantly finding new superfoods, new possibilities for sustainable living, and stronger humanity.  Darin is a friend near-and-dear to the MindStrong Tribe, and we're blessed to have him as a resource for all things nutrition and otherwise.  

Key Insights:

0' - Introduction

6:20 - Darin Discusses How Vital It Is For The Foundations of Health To Be Solid; Being Weak Or Compromised In Any Way Makes Us More Susceptible To Disease

11:05 - We Fall To The Layer Of Our Understanding Of The Tools We Have (Breath/Nutrition/Movement/Sleep)

24:30 - The 3 Pillars Of Breath Work and How Each Creates Adaptation

27:30 - Why Diaphragm Strength Is So Important

30:00 - There Is No Way To Skip Or Bio-Hack Bad Health Habits

34:15 - What We Misunderstand About Tap Water and Hydration In General; 50% of America Is Chronically Dehydrated Even If Drinking "Adequate" Amount of Water; Hydration Is Not Just Nutritional - It's Molecular Cell Biology

40:30 - "Stimulants Are Like Living On Credit"

42:40 - "We Are Living In The Future Of Yesterday"; We Show Up As The Choices Of Our Past

48:00 - Using Dopamine and Serotonin To Create Positive Momentum and Good Energy For Our Future Self

49:30 - Food Is Medicine; Good Tidbits About Timing of Diet and Intermittent Fasting; Why Eating Earlier Than Later May Help

57:50 - Digesting Takes Energy and Can Disrupt Our Hormonal Patterns

61:30 - Eating Intuitively - Does A Food Make You Feel Good?

63:00 - Energy Is The Feedback Loop Of Choices

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Where To Find Darin Olien

Website: www.darinolien.com - www.downtoearthzacefron.com - www.barukas.com - www.121tribe.com 

Netflix: "Down To Earth w/ Zac Efron"

Instagram: @darinolien - @zacdowntoearth - @121tribe - @eatbarukas

Twitter: @DarinOlien

Best-Selling Book: SuperLife

Podcast: The Darin Olien Show

Harvey reflects on personal experiences with fashion, particularly the denim jacket, and explores broader trends, history, and self-identity themes. The discussion transitions into the journey of becoming an author, highlighting the surprises and realizations that come with creative expression and the importance of storytelling.

Harvey Martin
Instagram | @harveyjmartin
X | @harveyjmartin
Website | www.harveyjmartin.com
Without Words: Mastering the Art of Being | Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Breathe. Focus. Excel | Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Chapters
00:00 The Denim Jacket Dilemma
12:09 The Journey of Becoming an Author

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D.J. is a Houston Texan and he played college football at Clemson.

We could not have asked for a greater guest for episode 100. Lord is a close friend of ours and someone who has had a tremendous impact on The MindStrong Project. His impressive professional football career spans from the NFL (Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams, New York Jets) to the Canadian Football League where he currently is playing. But it's off the field where he may be even more impressive. Thank you Lord for your time, your fascinating insight on what life is like for an NFL player and for sharing your goals and aspirations for your career after football. 

• Should professional sports venues be publicly or privately funded?
• Who is the most influential person alive today? 
• Of all the types of battles which one would you least want to be a part of?
• Whats the favorite age you've been so far?

Harvey and Steve welcome a special for episode 58. Tom Buske who is the owner and of Minnesota Mash Baseball Club as well as a founding member of The MindStrong Project. He's played an instrumental roll in the direction of both companies and the boys finally let him get on a mic. This week the discussion includes moving outside the country, what are things you should be worried about, the craziest conversations you've ever had and what movie/TV quote do you most use? Enjoy and have a great weekend?  

Ky is a survivalist, author, stunt performer and motivational speaker who has backpacked in over 65 countries. She's appeared in such films as The Avengers, Thor, Pirates of the Caribbean and X-Men and she most recently spent time in the Amazon alone on the TV show Naked and Afraid. 

Taylor was a 7th round draft pick by the New York Yankees and is now a part of Blast Motion which is an information company that provides motion analysis and performance insights.

Eric is a professional baseball player in the Los Angeles Dodgers organization. He played college baseball with Harvey and Nolan at Minnesota State, Mankato and is currently playing professional baseball in Australia. 

Harvey, Steve and Dave get together this week in the early hours of the morning for Dave's first Coffee Buzz and to tackle questions that include...

• What professional sport takes the highest toll on a body?
• If you had one hour to have a conversation with yourself, what would you talk about? 
• What's the craziest thing you did as a kid?
• Whats the best sports movie moment?

Former infielder and 2006 national champion Ryan Gipson is in his second season as an assistant coach with Oregon State after joining the program in October 2018.

Oregon State was one of the top fielding teams in the Pac-12 Conference in 2019, ranking third with a .977 percentage. The Beavers committed just 49 errors in 57 games, turned 43 double plays and kept opposing base stealers to a less than 60 percent success rate.

Gipson lettered for the Beavers in 2005 and 2006, helping guide Oregon State to back-to-back trips to Omaha, including a national championship. 

He played in 79 career games, starting 66, and batted .270 with 10 doubles, a home run and 36 runs batted in. 
In 2005, he led the then-Pac-10 with a .500 on-base percentage and was named All-Pacific-10 Conference Honorable Mention. He batted .330 that season, collecting six doubles, a triple and 22 RBI while stealing nine bases. The Beavers made their first of three consecutive trips to Omaha that season.

A Central Point, Ore., native, he played for Shasta Community College prior to his career at Oregon State. He hit .358 as a sophomore and .344 as a sophomore.

Gipson served as an undergraduate coach for Oregon State in 2011 and 2012, then spent two seasons as an assistant coach at Dixie State in Utah. He graduated from Oregon State in 2006 with a bachelors of science in sociology.

In this episode, Harvey reflects on personal experiences and philosophical insights, emphasizing the importance of questions, the nature of love, and the journey into breathwork as a means of personal growth and health. The discussion explores the interplay between physiology and psychology, the impact of performance anxiety, and the significance of building a larger mental container to handle life's challenges. 

Harvey gets into the significance of breath work and self-awareness, emphasizing how breathing techniques can enhance emotional regulation and cognitive function. He finishes by answering the difference between spectacular versus consistent, particularly in high-performance contexts, and how both qualities can coexist. He concludes by addressing the importance of clarity in personal goals and self-understanding, encouraging listeners to pursue consistency as a foundation for achieving their optimal expression.

Harvey Martin
Instagram | @harveyjmartin
X | @harveyjmartin
Website | www.harveyjmartin.com
Without Words: Mastering the Art of Being | Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Breathe. Focus. Excel | Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Holiday Reflections
01:06 Exploring Philosophy and the Concept of Nothingness
03:33 The Importance of Questions in Understanding
04:30 Defining Love Beyond Words
09:17 The Journey into Breath Work and Health
10:42 The Impact of Performance Anxiety and Injuries
16:24 The Role of Physiology in Mental Health
22:55 Building a Bigger Container for Life's Stimuli
26:18 Tangible Practices for Breathing and Performance
29:14 The Importance of Breath and Awareness
39:41 Spectacular vs. Consistent: A Deep Dive
52:55 The Pursuit of Clarity and Self-Understanding

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The MindStrong Project Nutrition Protocol launches today, Nov. 9th!

Tune in as Harvey and Matt talk about what the Nutritional Protocol and how you can join a community of pro and elite performers looking to better understand their unique nutritional needs. Each week, join the MindStrong team on Instagram (@themindstrongproject) to get cooking and nutritional tips, recipe ideas, and 1:1 interviews with community members on how they are dialing in their nutrition by eating whole, clean food.

More info on the protocol, check it out here: https://www.mindstrongproject.com/nutrition/

Reference to Glucose Goddess: @glucosegoddess

Link to study on the American diet and processed foods: https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/11/8/1704#cite

Mindstrong Membership: https://www.themindstrongproject.com/mindstrong-membership

Rachel Balkovec is a current hitting coach for the New York Yankees who is breaking the barriers of sport in society one day, one job, and one stereotype at a time.  In 2019, she was hired as the first full-time female hitting coach in a Major League Baseball organization.  Outside of that, Rachel's resumé contains arguably one of the most formidable rolodex's of jobs, experiences, and relationships.  She has held jobs in Strength & Conditioning in professional baseball with the St. Louis Cardinals, Houston Astros, and Chicago White Sox.  Before professional baseball, Rachel also had stops with the LSU Tigers, ASU Sun Devils, Driveline Baseball, the Dutch national baseball and softball teams, and Exos - in addition to completing multiple Master's degrees.

Rachel is a habitual nomad with a passion for learning, teaching, and serving.  In her conversation with Harvey, Rachel drops some truth bombs about the power of being by yourself, finding mental space for creative flow, and overcoming unanimous doubt from others.

Key Insights:

0' - Introduction

4:05 - Rachel's Travel's Across The World

10:05 - Understanding Your Past To Fuel Your Purpose

16:40 - How To Uncover & Understand Your Roots

23:01 - Creating Space For Yourself

29:05 - Dealing With The Negativity and Doubt From Others When Striving For Greatness

37:50 - Being Able To Do Nothing/Being Disconnected

41:30 - The Power of Reflection For Our Growth

Where to Find Rachel Balkovec

Website: https://www.rachelbalkovec.com/

Instagram: @rachel.balkovec

Twitter: @_rachelbalkovec

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Episode 13 with Harvey and Steve as they discuss...

- What is the most valuable attribute for an athlete to have?

- If you could teach everyone in the world one concept, what would that concept be?

- Are there limits to human creativity?

On this episode of the MindStrong Project Podcast, Chase Chewning joins the show.  Chase is and Army Vet and health coach turned podcaster who has a passion for greatness.  He is currently the host of Ever Forward Radio, which has over 1.6 million downloads, and founder of Operation Podcast - a venture that trains prospective podcasters the ins and outs of premium podcast production, branding, and outreach.  Listeners will quickly feel Chase's charisma and experience through the microphone. 

In our conversation with Chase, we talk about his experience and wisdom gained in the military, how he used his educational background and passion for wellness to rehabilitate himself post-military, why sleep is a non-negotiable for Chase, and a few incredible wellness tips for traveling.  

More about Chase Chewning:

A Virginia native and Army veteran, Chase is a Virginia Commonwealth University alum, graduating from their Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science undergraduate program in 2013. Having completed his MS in Health Promotion from American University in Washington, DC he also holds the following credentials: ACE Certified Health Coach and TRX Certified Suspension Trainer.

Living a life of wellness has always been a part of him - since growing up eating fresh food from his grandparents' garden, playing baseball throughout school and enjoying time in the mountains surrounding his family's southwest VA home. After six years of active duty, Chase was medically discharged from the military due a string of injuries that ultimately required him to have bilateral reconstructive hip surgeries. After learning how to walk again, twice, exercise as medicine and healthy lifestyle modifications became his passion.

Where to Find Chase:

Website: https://chasechewning.com/

Instagram: @chase_chewning

Twitter: @ChaseChewning

Podcast: Ever Forward Radio with Chase Chewning (Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcast)

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In this episode, Harvey reflects on personal milestones, including two years of sobriety and the impact of COVID-19 on society. The conversation shifts to the effects of daylight saving time on health, particularly regarding sleep and hospital visits. He explores the need for a reformed education system that emphasizes entrepreneurship and self-regulation, especially in the context of AI's growing role in learning. The therapeutic benefits of journaling are discussed, highlighting the importance of thinking and creativity in today's fast-paced world.

Harvey Martin
Instagram | @harveyjmartin
X | @harveyjmartin
Website | www.harveyjmartin.com
Without Words: Mastering the Art of Being | Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Breathe. Focus. Excel | Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Chapters
00:00 Reflections on Milestones and COVID Memories
05:07 The Impact of Daylight Savings Time on Health
09:49 Rethinking Education in the Age of AI
20:04 The Importance of Self-Regulation and Entrepreneurship
25:13 The Therapeutic Nature of Journaling and Thought
29:06 Concluding Thoughts on Thinking and Creativity

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Harvey and Steve enjoy some rare sunshine discussing...
- What has been the hardest part of starting your own business?
- What fact amazes you every time you think of it?
- What’s something your brain tries to make you do and you have to will yourself not to do it?
- What’s the best purchase you’ve ever made and why?

On this episode, Michael Easter joins the show for an in-depth discussion regarding his literary masterpiece, "The Comfort Crisis".  Harvey, Brian, and the MSP crew have long believed in the power of doing hard things and "getting comfortable being uncomfortable", which makes this conversation a must-listen as they dive deep with Michael into the science and research from his book.  They discuss how modern living impacts the human body.  Specifically, Michael shares his approach of combining evolutionary wisdom with modern science.  This episode is PACKED with research that illuminates our generation's greatest challenge: The Comfort Crisis.  Simply put, Michael is a literary savage. Enjoy!

ABOUT MICHAEL EASTER

Michael is a celebrated best-selling author and leading voice in the human health space who travels the world surrounding himself with world thought-leaders.  Michael's work has appeared in over 60 countries, adopted by professional sports teams, endorsed by the CIA and Navy Seals, and Pulitzer Prize-winning authors.  His writings have been captured in Men's Health Magazine, Outside Magazine, Men's Journal, Cosmopolitan, Vice, Esquire, Scientific American, Women's Health, and others.  He is currently a professor in the journalism department at University of Nevada, Las Vegas.  Michael lives with his wife and their two dogs, Stockton and Conway.  

WHERE TO FIND MICHAEL EASTER

Website: https://eastermichael.com

Instagram: @michael_easter

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In this episode, Harvey discusses how everyone is an artist in their own right, emphasizing the significance of maintaining childlike imagination and creativity. He shares personal anecdotes about his journey in writing and storytelling, highlighting the necessity of art for personal growth and finding meaning in life. Ultimately, he encourages listeners to explore their creative processes and connect with their inner child to foster artistic expression.

Harvey Martin
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Chapters
00:00 The Journey of a Nomadic Lifestyle
09:18 The Artistic Process of Creation
15:46 Childlike Imagination and Creativity
30:38 The Importance of Artistic Expression
39:37 Finding Meaning Through Art

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On this week's episode, Harvey and Austin discuss the concept of "knowledge vs wisdom".  Particularly, how do we transform knowledge into wisdom?  Why is experience such an important factor in that equation?  Is rock bottom necessary for us to finally apply our knowledge?  We talk heavily about internalizing these concepts through the concept of choice-making and self-awareness! This is one of our favorite discussions yet... you won't want to miss it.

Key Insights:

0' - Introduction

3:52 - Unpacking The Concept Of Wisdom Vs Experience

5:55 - Why Do People Want Wisdom So Much?; "Why Are People So Addicted To Self-Development, But So Frustrated With Their Own Development?"

9:07 - Why Isn't Knowledge Good Enough; Why Do We Lie Or Do Anything We Intuitively Know Isn't Right?

12:00 - Why Do We Have To Have A Bad Experience To Learn Our Lesson?

16:10 - With Wisdom, We Navigate Knowledge With More Curiosity And Awareness?

17:18 - Read 100 Books And Understand One, Read Two Books & Understand Two - Who's Smarter?

19:00 - Continual Exposure To New Information

20:13 - Why Would You Stop An Athlete From Making A Mistake?; Who Is It About?

22:58 - The Battle Of External Information Vs Internal Awareness; "The Subconscious Mind Is The Internal Book Of Our Experiences."

28:50 - The Lesson In It All: We Have Very Few Choices If We Want To Be Our Best

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Caroline is an Olympic medalist in swimming and Co-Founder of Rise Athletes where she mentors youth athletes and runs mindset workshops.

Patrick is a world-renowned author and breathing practitioner. Patrick’s current professional affiliations include being a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology, a Member of the Physiological Society, a Member of the Academy of Applied Myofunctional Sciences, a Fellow of Buteyko Professionals International, and a Fellow of the International Academy of Breathing & Health. 

Harvey Martin and Dave Williams team up to take on this weeks questions. 

Ep #144 - Keith Bateman

Keith Bateman has been at the helm of the Augsburg Baseball program since 2003. Leading them to multiple conferences tournaments and championship games. Coach Bateman is a prime example of a servant leader. Keith serves as the Co-Director of Academic Support at Augsburg University. He has helped shape hundreds of young baseball players into successful men. Harv and Keith have been connected for many years from both residing in Minnesota and their connections through Minnesota Mash.

Keith has always been known as a man who leads and finds way to grow as person. Harv and Keith dive into a great conversation revolving around the life of collegiate Head Coach, leading young men while also continually learning to grow as a man himself. This conversation is one we are very happy and proud to have as, we at MindStrong appreciate and support Coach Bateman and all he has done for the baseball community and our staff.

One love.

Michael is a guide in vitality and consciousness to some of the most elite performers in the world. His extensive background in meditation, martial arts, western psychology, health and wellness, and exercise science combine to form a unique mind-body pedagogy that is trusted by executives, founders, athletes, artists, and entertainers committed to excellence in all areas of their lives. He resides in Venice, California, where he devotes his time outside of his private practice and group facilitation to meditation, martial arts and wellness study, writing, and shamanic training.

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Enjoy his conversation with Harvey Martin & Rachel Balkovec!

On this episode, MindStrong Founder Harvey Martin sits down with Jake Butt, TE Denver Broncos to chat about his time in the NFL, navigating a series of injuries, and advice on keeping your head above water when injuries try to drag you down.

Simply put, Jake is one tough son of b****. He has been through multiple ACL tears, meniscus tears, and the agony of rehab and recovery that comes with each of those. When the MSP team trained Jake back in March 2021, we were all amazed by Jake's positivity and energy for life given the rough road he was dealt trying to pursue his dream.

Jake opens up about the toll the injuries played on him as well as what he has done to keep his body healthy and his mind focused in the right direction. This is a must listen for anyone dealing with injury or currently going through the rehab process.

You can find Jake on instagram @jbooty80

and on twitter @JakeButtTE

George is the CEO and head of Innovation & Development for Earthling3 which is the latest wearable technology for athletes that grounds you to positively affect critical biological functions. The Earthling 3.0 conductive straps help athletes perform, recover and develop through the power of electrical grounding. They attach to any pair of shoes, providing a means for the electrical charge of the body to flow freely through rubber-soled shoes and into the ground, mirroring the effects of barefoot grounding.

The flashing bright lights of episode 50 have subsided and the boys Steve McGuiggan and Harvey Martin sit down once again to tackle...

• Can something be neither bad or good? 
• What’s the most predictable behavior humans have?
• What’s the average time it takes to talk yourself into doing something? 
• What is something you believe that you feel nobody else does?

Dr. Stephanie Canestraro is a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, IFMCP., FMUCP. She specializes in the gut-brain connection. For more information on Stephanie and Vagus Clinic visit  www.healyourgutfirst.com.