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The Maximized Podcast

Meredith & Dez

23 episodes

3 months ago

Pharmacist Sawyer Duffey joins Meredith and Dez for a deep dive into peptides—what they are, how they work in the body, and the real science behind the hype. From injury recovery and metabolism to anti-aging and libido, this episode breaks down the mechanisms, benefits, and risks of peptides in a way that’s digestible and honest. You’ll learn: The difference between FDA-approved and research-grade peptidesWhy BPC-157 is called the “Wolverine compound”Which peptides impact growth hormone, meta...

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Pharmacist Sawyer Duffey joins Meredith and Dez for a deep dive into peptides—what they are, how they work in the body, and the real science behind the hype. From injury recovery and metabolism to anti-aging and libido, this episode breaks down the mechanisms, benefits, and risks of peptides in a way that’s digestible and honest. You’ll learn: The difference between FDA-approved and research-grade peptidesWhy BPC-157 is called the “Wolverine compound”Which peptides impact growth hormone, meta...

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Health & Fitness

Episodes (20/23)

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Peptides 101: Healing, Hormones & the Hype with Pharmacist Sawyer Duffy | S3 E7

Pharmacist Sawyer Duffy joins Meredith and Dez for a deep dive into peptides—what they are, how they work in the body, and the real science behind the hype. From injury recovery and metabolism to anti-aging and libido, this episode breaks down the mechanisms, benefits, and risks of peptides in a way that’s digestible and honest. You’ll learn: The difference between FDA-approved and research-grade peptidesWhy BPC-157 is called the “Wolverine compound”Which peptides impact growth hormone, metab...

3 months ago

51 minutes

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Demystifying Peptides: What They Are, How They Work, and When to Use Them with Clay Roelle, MSN, NP-C | S3 E6

In this episode of The Maximized Podcast, Meredith and Dez are joined by Clay Roelle, Nurse Practitioner at OptiLife Medical in Roswell, Georgia—a regenerative and wellness practice specializing in hormone optimization, peptide therapy, and more. Peptides are one of the buzziest topics in the health and fitness world right now, but what are they really? Clay breaks down peptides in plain language—what they are, how they work, and who might benefit from them. We dive into popular peptides like...

4 months ago

58 minutes

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Fail Forward: What Elite Athletes Teach Us About Training, Mindset & Resilience | S3 E5

In this episode of the Maximize Podcast, Meredith and Dez sit down with CrossFit Games athlete, coach, and all-around powerhouse Griffin Roelle. From football fields to the CrossFit floor, Griffin shares how failure shaped his athletic journey—and why it’s essential for growth. We dive into the mental and hormonal differences between training men and women, how Griffin coaches female athletes around their cycle, and why understanding the “why” behind nutrition matters more than ev...

5 months ago

51 minutes

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The Sleep Secret You Didn’t Know You Needed (And Big Wins for Our Athletes!) | S3 E4

This week on the Maximized Podcast, Meredith and Dez kick things off by celebrating some huge wins from their athletes — from qualifying for the CrossFit Games to running the Boston Marathon! Then they dive into a surprising topic: how eating kiwi fruit before bed could dramatically improve your sleep. They break down the research, personal success stories, and why sleep is so crucial for athletic performance and daily health. Plus, they tackle the hidden impacts of energy drinks and magnesiu...

6 months ago

31 minutes

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Protein: How Much Is Really Enough? | S3 E3

In this episode, Meredith and Dez take a deep dive into one of the most talked-about topics in nutrition—protein! From Instagram trends to conflicting medical advice, it can be hard to know how much protein you actually need. They cover common misconceptions, offer starting points based on goals like fat loss and muscle building, and share practical tips for getting enough protein (including Dez’s genius hack for egg whites 🥚). Whether you're plant-based, dairy-free, or just trying to get mor...

7 months ago

32 minutes

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Breaking Free from Diet Culture with Dr. Sara Ronhovde | S3 E2

In this episode of The Maximized Podcast, Dez and Meredith welcome Dr. Sara Ronhovde, a clinical psychologist with a background in exercise science, counseling, and teaching. Sara dives into the deep-rooted beliefs we hold about food, the difference between disordered eating and eating disorders, and how to cultivate a truly balanced relationship with nutrition. They break down common misconceptions, the role of emotions in eating habits, and why more food—not less—can actually be the key to ...

8 months ago

45 minutes

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Meal Planning for Success & The Power of Walking | S3 E1

Welcome to Season 3 of the Maximized Podcast! In this episode, Dez and Meredith are back to kick off the new year with a conversation about the importance of meal planning and why keeping it simple is often the key to success. They break down how meal repetition can help reduce stress, improve consistency, and lead to better results. Plus, they dive into the underrated benefits of walking—not just for physical health, but for mental well-being, stress reduction, and even trauma processing. Wh...

9 months ago

28 minutes

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End-of-Year Reflections & Health Insights | S2 E11

🎙️ “Back and better than ever!” Meredith and Dez return to the Maximize Podcast to share their personal journeys through life’s ups and downs. From managing injuries and finding movement through walking to groundbreaking insights on gut health and probiotics, this episode is packed with relatable stories and practical advice. Whether you're recovering from a setback or just trying to maintain balance during life’s chaos, tune in for tips on: ✅ Staying active without overdoing it ✅ Why gut hea...

11 months ago

36 minutes

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RISE Up and Move S2 | E10

In this episode of the Maximized Podcast, host Meredith welcomes Ellia Miller, a three-time semifinals games athlete, two-time fittest military service member, and ten-year Army veteran with a master's degree in neuroscience from Princeton. We discuss Ellia's recent participation in the NorCal Classic and her journey with running while training with Sean Sweeney in Nevada. Ellia shares her experiences with nutrition coaching and how it transformed her athletic journey. They also discus...

1 year ago

43 minutes

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Healing Through Food | S2E9

We help our clients heal. More than anything, our goal is to help our clients heal their relationship with food, heal their mental outlook on their body, and heal their outlook on life. Sometimes Coach Dez and Coach Meredith have to practice what they preach as Coach Meredith shares a story about life getting in the way and her food and wellness... ...But don't worry. We have to trust the process and heal.

1 year ago

27 minutes

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Teen Nutrition | S2 E8

Whenever we think about weight loss, nutrition, and healthy habits with food, we think about adults. Most of you listening to these episodes are adults. Over the years, though, we've been lucky enough to work with several teen athletes. Many teens face similar stresses about their bodies as adults do. They want to look and feel their best, fit in, and perform their best on the field. But the resources they have to accomplish their food goals don't cut it, especially considering that their ...

1 year ago

37 minutes

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Alcohol and Your Nutrition | S2 E7

Should you drink alcohol while you're on your nutrition journey? No. Alcohol can present a major obstacle for those chasing their goals. BUT As Meredith and Dez say, sometimes thats not always realistic. And if we're setting unrealistic goals for ourselves, we're setting ourselves up for failure. In episode seven, we talk alcohol in our diet.

1 year ago

37 minutes

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The other "S" word other than sleep: Stress. Stress plays such a major role with your diet. It's easy to eat the right things when you're mental health is in a good spot. But what if it's not? Work, family, friends, the news and other issues can stress us out and knock us off our food game. But that's why Coach Meredith and Coach Dez are here to share their tips.

1 year ago

39 minutes

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Rest and Recovery | S2 E5

What role does rest and recovery play in your diet? A BIG one! Whether you're trying to lose weight, gain weight, perform on the court or the gym--timing your rest in conjunction with your food is key. Coach Kelly join Dez and Meredith on the Max Podcast!

1 year ago

44 minutes

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Dieting and Nutrition for Women | S2 E4

When it comes to nutrition we often take a broad approach to macros and calories to start. And that makes sense, right? We're all humans, afterall. But as we five deeper into the nutrition needs of our clients. Some will have different dietary needs than others. And as new studies are published, it become more obvious these studies rarely take one major factor into consideration: gender. So Dez and Meredith take a deep dive on the unique challenges women face when compared to male counterpa...

1 year ago

45 minutes

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Jeff Pelon from RISE joins the podcast today. RISE's mission is to give females a platform to express how they’ve exhibited resiliency, identity, strength, and empowerment in their own lives, and to let them be the person they wish they could’ve had or the person they know they need now. It's amazing cause that Max is honroed to support. To learn more about RISE, head to riseathletes.org

1 year ago

31 minutes

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Performance Nutrition | S2 E2

Whether you're hitting the pitch, the court, running a marathon, or competing in CrossFit - you need to fuel your body the right way to be at your best. Coach Meredith and Coach Dez share their tips and insights into getting the most out of your body when you workout about eating the right things at the right time on this episode of the Maximized Podcast.

1 year ago

29 minutes

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Fad Diets | S2 E1

Have you ever done keto? Paleo? Some sort of juice cleanse? There are certainly pros and cons to these fad diets. But the cons usually outweigh the pros, as Coach Meredith and Coach Dez explain. We're talking fad diets on this episode of the Max Podcast!

1 year ago

43 minutes

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Kelly Cory: Ironman, Friend, and... Coach? | S1 E5

Ironman athlete and overall bad*ss Kelly Cory joins us for episode five of the Maximized Podcast! We talk about fueling your body properly for events and life, body image and it's relationship to nutrition, the importance of nutrition as we age... and a little surprise at the end that you won't want to miss.

1 year ago

42 minutes

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Maximized Tips for Surviving The Holidays | S1 E4

The holidays are upon us and that means family (or friend) dinners with all sorts of foods and drinks. How should you approach the holidays and still accomplish your goals? Dez and Meredith share their tips for Surviving the Holidays!

1 year ago

40 minutes