Welcome to The Ready State Podcast, where unlocking human potential is not a goal, but a way of life. Where becoming the healthiest and most resilient version of yourself, both physically and mentally, is not just something you work toward… but a power mindset you embody day in and day out.
Turning complex topics into instantly applicable lessons, this show is a compass for those seeking excellence in every facet of life – physical health, athletic performance, work, purpose, creativity, and family life.
Dr. Kelly and Juliet Starrett, the New York Times bestselling authors of ‘Built To Move’, help listeners achieve this by sitting down with some of the world’s most influential figures in health, wellness, fitness, business, and art.
Every episode is infused with Dr. Kelly’s wisdom from 10+ years of training and coaching elite athletes in the NFL, MLB, the Olympics, and more. His expertise is perfectly complemented by Juliet’s profound insights as a three-time world champion paddler, CEO & Founder of two world-renowned fitness companies, and overall life enthusiast. There’s a reason they’re called a power duo.
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Welcome to The Ready State Podcast, where unlocking human potential is not a goal, but a way of life. Where becoming the healthiest and most resilient version of yourself, both physically and mentally, is not just something you work toward… but a power mindset you embody day in and day out.
Turning complex topics into instantly applicable lessons, this show is a compass for those seeking excellence in every facet of life – physical health, athletic performance, work, purpose, creativity, and family life.
Dr. Kelly and Juliet Starrett, the New York Times bestselling authors of ‘Built To Move’, help listeners achieve this by sitting down with some of the world’s most influential figures in health, wellness, fitness, business, and art.
Every episode is infused with Dr. Kelly’s wisdom from 10+ years of training and coaching elite athletes in the NFL, MLB, the Olympics, and more. His expertise is perfectly complemented by Juliet’s profound insights as a three-time world champion paddler, CEO & Founder of two world-renowned fitness companies, and overall life enthusiast. There’s a reason they’re called a power duo.
How Muscle Shapes Who We Are: Bonnie Tsui on Strength, Resilience, and Her Newest Book On Muscle
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2 weeks ago
How Muscle Shapes Who We Are: Bonnie Tsui on Strength, Resilience, and Her Newest Book On Muscle
View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushWhat if strength isn’t just physical, but emotional and cultural too?Award-winning journalist Bonnie Tsui, author of Why We Swim and On Muscle, explores how our muscles tell the story of who we are — our adaptability, creativity, and joy in motion.On this episode of The Ready State Podcast, Juliet and Kelly Starrett sit down with Bonnie to unpack how muscle links the brain and body and reshapes how we think about strength, beauty, and being alive.What You’ll Learn in This Episode* Why muscle is more than physical strength — it’s an endocrine organ that communicates with the brain.* How Bonnie’s unconventional childhood shaped her lifelong fascination with the body.* The cultural myths that still shape how we view women’s bodies and power.* Why play and access to movement are essential across every stage of life.* How muscle’s adaptability makes it a symbol of hope and renewal.* The one simple practice Bonnie recommends for everyone: “Lift something heavy for you”Key Highlights: (00:00) - Intro(01:25) - Importance of Muscle(03:52) - Parental Influence on Fitness(07:56) - Debunking Muscle Myths(12:35) - Understanding Muscle Physiology(15:52) - Surprising Facts About Muscle(18:50) - Women and Muscle Development(23:15) - Trends in Women's Fitness(27:38) - Access and Inclusion in Fitness(30:11) - Resilience of Muscle Tissue(31:13) - Muscle Regeneration Process(32:44) - Interview with Matthew Sanford(37:10) - Curiosity in Muscle Science(43:28) - Daily Muscle Care Tips(45:47) - Closing Remarks(47:14) - Bonnie adds a book to our Infinite Shelf(48:00) - Connecting with BonnieSponsorsThis episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT and Momentous.
The Ready State Podcast
Welcome to The Ready State Podcast, where unlocking human potential is not a goal, but a way of life. Where becoming the healthiest and most resilient version of yourself, both physically and mentally, is not just something you work toward… but a power mindset you embody day in and day out.
Turning complex topics into instantly applicable lessons, this show is a compass for those seeking excellence in every facet of life – physical health, athletic performance, work, purpose, creativity, and family life.
Dr. Kelly and Juliet Starrett, the New York Times bestselling authors of ‘Built To Move’, help listeners achieve this by sitting down with some of the world’s most influential figures in health, wellness, fitness, business, and art.
Every episode is infused with Dr. Kelly’s wisdom from 10+ years of training and coaching elite athletes in the NFL, MLB, the Olympics, and more. His expertise is perfectly complemented by Juliet’s profound insights as a three-time world champion paddler, CEO & Founder of two world-renowned fitness companies, and overall life enthusiast. There’s a reason they’re called a power duo.
