Kara Winger has competed 3x in the Olympic games for Team USA as a women's javelin thrower. Her longevity in the sport has spanned over a decade of elite performance and is unmatched in her event.
Throughout her career in a demanding sport, Kara has learned the skills to THRIVE mentally, physically, and emotionally as she has faced obstacles, adversity, and injury.
We discuss:
I really enjoyed this conversation and could have easily continued chatting with Kara. She's down-to-earth but has the swagger of someone who knows what she's capable of. My key take-aways from our conversation:
Resources:
Kara's favorite podcasts: TED Radio Hour, Skimm'd from The Couch, Believed
Top Tips for Staying Healthy During the Holiday Season:
The holidays can be stressful, but you can employ certain strategies to ride out the season and be no worse for the wear. Set yourself up for a happy, healthy and prosperous new year.
Rodney Gullatte is a certified ethical hacker. He uses his powers for good in the cutting edge field of cybersecurity by exposing vulnerabilities, developing strategic solutions, and saving Colorado Springs one computer at a time.
In this episode we discuss:
Resources:
Firma IT Online
Rodney on IG
Firma IT on Facebook
Rodney on LinkedIn
Colorado Springs Small Business Development Center Cybersecurity Consulting
It's easy to be confused about how to best utilize your resources when it comes to making healthcare decisions. In the midst of all of the marketing messaging, how do you figure out what might work for you and what's a scam?
Here are my top 5 strategies for evaluating how to think about a healthcare product or service:
Apply these principles when appraising any new healthcare product or service. It will lead to better outcomes, lower costs, and a better overall quality of life!
Many of us who have pursued education as a means to achieving a rewarding career and life have struggled to make the transition from school into the real world. Often we assume that our colleges and institutions are preparing us for the next step when in fact they're not.
Take it from two guys who have gone through the growing pains of that transition - there's a definite learning curve. Brent Sabati is a young professional, podcaster, and all around good guy who has a passion for helping college students understand what life after school is really like.
We discuss:
and more.
Check out the Attitude Check Podcast here
If you are in your 20's and 30's you have a TREMENDOUS opportunity to establish healthy habits that will benefit you later in life. Rather than having the typical experience of a retiree who struggles with health challenges, you can continue to thrive into your 60's and beyond by making intentional changes now.
Here are the 5 Things to Do in Your 20's - 30's to Craft a Healthier Life:
If you have questions about how to apply any of these principles for yourself, please reach out!
Lauren McKenzie is a fire plug of energy, passion, and thoughtful wisdom. The time we spent chatting during this interview was a blast, and I fully expect that everyone will derive value from her story.
Lauren shares her journey through finding her passion, navigating the workforce, and ultimately growing into an entrepreneur. Her work has spawned not one, but THREE companies that she is currently running:
REN Creativ
REN Creativ Photo
Wild West Press Co.
We talked about:
...and much more.
To check out Lauren's work, visit:
REN Creativ Online
REN Creativ Lifestyle Photography
Organizations Mentioned:
NAMI Colorado Springs - National Alliance of Mental Illness
TESSA - Empowering Victims of Domestic Abuse
If you enjoy this episode, please share it with a friend. Show Lauren some love on social media by following her and supporting her work, and be sure to subscribe for more episodes like this one.
On this Episode of Thrive for the COS: Talk with a Doc I sit down with Dr. Justin Manning of Bettner Vision to discuss a hot topic these days - the healthcare system.
Dr. Manning is a practicing optometrist at Bettner Vision here in Colorado Springs, but also brings a unique perspective in that he holds a Masters of Public Health degree, has taught and practiced overseas, and is involved in consulting and teaching other Doctors of Optometry on healthcare related topics.
We discuss:
and more...
Resources:
To consult with Dr. Stenberg of Zenith Chiropractic - submit a request for a consultation here and mention the code THRIVE50 for $50 toward a comprehensive NeuroStructural Examination!
Take it from someone who knows from experience - to reach your potential in sport, life, and business you MUST have hard conversations.
Kara has learned that honesty, transparency, and the courage to have tough conversations is KEY to optimal performance.
In our full interview, we talk about a LOT more interesting things about life as an olympic athlete, what it takes to stay at the top of your sport for a decade, and the business of being an athlete.
Latest episode of Thrive For The COS features MY favorite segment called "Talk with a Doc" where I get to share the behind-the-scenes conversations between healthcare providers.
This episode features Jeff Hunter, NP owner of Upstream Functional Medicine and is a primer to a more in depth conversation regarding gut health, inflammation, diet, and more.
We specifically talk about supplementation - how to determine if a given supplement is right for you, the questions that you should be asking in regards to supplementation, and where many people go wrong in trying to use supplements like pharmaceuticals.
Resources:
This episode of Thrive For The COS features James Garofalo MA, CAC II and Kayla Engel LPC, NCC, MS of Viewpoints Psychotherapy LLC, a veteran owned business here in Colorado Springs providing psychotherapy services, provider staffing, counseling, and consulting services.
James and Kayla both entered the field after having their own personal experiences with psychotherapy services, James in the military and Kayla after learning that she had OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder).
We discuss:
This was a fascinating conversation, and I'm grateful to James and Kayla for sharing in their expertise, perspectives, and time around this VERY important topic.
Resources:
Be sure to check out past episodes on Thrive for the COS podcast! If you liked this one, then be sure to check out my conversations with Caleb David of The Table Initiative and Frank Sinclair of Dream Again LLC.
Presented by:
Zenith Chiropractic - Colorado Springs first and only chiropractic clinic focused on NeuroStructural Chiropractic. Structural problems require structural solutions. Zenith Chiropractic provides comprehensive solutions without twisting, popping, and cracking the joints of the spine. For a complimentary consultation with NeuroStructural chiropractor and host of Thrive for the COS Podcast, click here or call 719.301.9650.
Enter code THRIVE50 for $50 off of a comprehensive NeuroStructural Evaluation.
INTRODUCING - Talk with a Doc: Episode 1
This new series will bring health care professionals from around the Colorado Springs community to the table for conversations around health and well-being from all aspects; physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
You'll gain valuable insights into perspectives around healthcare, practical tools for thriving at any phase of life, and a behind the scenes look at healthcare from a providers standpoint.
We'll kick off this series with none other than the host of Thrive for the COS podcast - Dr. John Stenberg. This interview originally aired on the Expect Miracles Podcast with Dr. Kevin Pecca (highly recommend checking out his show) who was gracious in providing the audio to share with the Colorado Springs community.
We discuss:
...and more.
Resources:
Expect Miracles Podcast with Dr. Kevin Pecca
Zenith Chiropractic in Colorado Springs
Zenith Chiropractic on Facebook
Zenith Chiropractic on YouTube
Colorado Springs residents are welcome to reserve a Complimentary Consultation with Dr. John Stenberg to discuss their health challenges, to learn more about NeuroStructural Chiropractic, and to determine if it can help you to thrive physically.
Click Here To Schedule Consultation
Call Zenith Chiropractic: 719.301.9650
Heather Felde is physical therapist, athlete, and world traveler who owns and operates Ascend Physical Therapy in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Her unique focus in manual therapy centers on an individualized approach that gets to the root of the problem and has taken her across the world to teach, train, and practice.
Motivated by the opportunity to gain a new perspective, Heather stepped away from a new and growing practice for 6 months to experience life and practice in the Far East. This leap of faith took her to Delhi, India where she treated patients, taught manual therapy techniques, and explored the rich landscape and culture of Nepal and India.
From the summit of Mount Everest to the foot of Pikes Peak, Heather has worked tirelessly to provide the Colorado Springs community with opportunity to Ascend to new heights of health and human performance.
We discuss:
• Why Heather saw a need for a patient-centered approach to physical therapy in our community
• How her unique focus led to international opportunity
• How being overwhelmed in a foreign land led to a mindfulness practice
• The unique experience of being a minority in a new and unfamiliar culture
• Tips for optimal sleep and why it is important for tissue repair and overall well-being
Heather and I also provide a brief “behind the scenes” look into the values, perspectives, and business aspects of going into solo practice. This candid part of the conversation explores the real-world sacrifices and challenges that go into providing high quality care with integrity and a patient-centered approach.
Heather shares some very insightful perspectives from her time in India that I think you’ll find not only interesting, but thought provoking.
Resources: • https://www.ascend-physicaltherapy.com/
• 719.266.1710
• info@ascend-physicaltherapy.com
• https://walkwithadoc.org/our-locations/colorado-springs-colorado-2/?fbclid=IwAR3G0InhdyJYZKZsazhkHfwe-riSbrBaNvRksZiwRpf8cEt0vj2kZkZT4R4
• https://www.facebook.com/Ascend-Physical-Therapy-364310537094284/