The next guest on the Be More Today Show is Physical Therapist and Owner of RetireFIT Joseph Saraceno!
As we celebrate National Physical Therapy Month, join our movement conversation as we discuss how to assess your functional power, why knowing your Best Life Score can enhance your life, how to grow your physical 401K, and how you can be a part of the RetireFIT family by checking out their free app.
For more information visit https://retirefitness.com/
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The next guest on the Be More Today Show is JAG Physical Therapy featuring Patient Access Leader Jessica Rodriguez, Physical Therapist Jabarri Johnson, and Patient Access Representative Patricia Mancuso. Join our conversation as we discuss the importance of Breast Cancer Awareness month, why the recipe to fight breast cancer is 90% attitude and 10% medicine, and how you can be a part of the various fundraisers happening in the NYC area during the month of October.
To register for the 2025 Breast Cancer Walk with JAG Physical Therapy click https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr_id=110777&pg=team&team_id=2833345
For more information about JAG Physical Therapy visit www.jagpt.com.
To support Dr. Thomas's Boston's Marathon fundraiser with Stride for Stride click here: https://www.givengain.com/project/sean-raising-funds-for-stride-for-stride-109426
For all other questions visit www.bemoretoday.com.
The next guest on the Be More Today Show is Carrie Bloss.
Carrie is the Executive Director of Heights and Hills. Heights and Hills promotes successful aging in Brooklyn. Their programs and services are centered on the basic needs of older adults as they age to improve health, satisfaction, longevity, financial and food security, access to health care, and so much more.
Join our conversation as we discuss how you an be a part as a member and/or a supporter of the Heights and Hills community.
For those who are looking to support the Heights and Hills 5K Run in person or virtually, click the link below:
Heights and Hills Fundraiser link: https://www.classy.org/fundraiser/6617219
If you would like to be a part of the Heights and Hills team and are looking to create your own page click here: https://www.classy.org/campaign/heights-and-hills-2025-5k-fun-run-walk/c722004
For more information on how to volunteer with Heights and Hills click here: https://www.heightsandhills.org/programs/volunteer/
To support Dr. Thomas's Boston's Marathon fundraiser with Stride for Stride click here: https://www.givengain.com/project/sean-raising-funds-for-stride-for-stride-109426
For all other questions visit www.bemoretoday.com.
The next guest on the Be More Today Show is Javorn Farrell!Javorn is a former D1 athlete, Real Estate Professional, and Founder of Game on Game, a book and platform designed to help athletes navigate life while they're playing at every level on and off the court. Join us as we discuss the benefits and challenges of being a division I athlete, how life is truly like a game with many rules for success, and how the game is only over when you give up. The show can be found on Apple and Spotify Podcasts as well as YouTube. Be sure to follow Javorn and his journey on IG @javornfarrell and @GAMEonGAMEfoundation . For all other information email us at info@bemoretoday.com. Visit www.bemoretoday for more details.
Our next guest on the Be More Today Show is Ted Metellus.
Ted leads and oversees all event development and production for New York Road Runners (NYRR). Ted first joined NYRR in 2001 as an Event Manager and served in this role until 2003. He then returned in 2018, as the organization’s Senior Director of Events. In 2019, he was promoted to Vice President of Events and Technical Director of the TCS New York City Marathon. In February 2021, he was named the Race Director of the TCS New York City Marathon, the first-ever Black race director of an Abbott World Marathon Majors race. In May 2022 he was promoted to a Senior Vice President and in November 2024 became NYRR’s Chief Event Production Officer and Race Director.
Metellus plays a significant role in managing New York Road Runners’ 60 youth and adult races each year, overseeing and enhancing start, course and finish operations, safety and security, medical teams, staffing and volunteers, youth events, experiential events and warehouse operations. His event leadership role spans from the TCS New York City Marathon, the world’s largest marathon, and RBC Brooklyn Half, the nation’s largest half marathon, to weekly 5K and one-mile races across New York City’s five boroughs and New Jersey.
Metellus has more than 25 years of experience in the endurance sports industry overseeing start, course and finish operations of events domestically and internationally. Prior to returning to New York Road Runners, he worked and consulted with numerous organizations in the industry, including Eventage Event Production, Miami Marathon, Philadelphia Triathlon, Premier Event Management, Tough Mudder, Lifetime Events, IRONMAN and the Rock n Roll Marathon Series. In 2016, he was named the National Center for Spectator Sport Safety and Security (NCS4) Professional of the Year, an honor given to an individual who demonstrates outstanding leadership in addressing safety and security issues and in 2022 Ted was recognized as a leader who has made the sport and business of road running the successful and beloved industry it is today. He was entered in Running USA’s Hall of Champions, an honor reserved for those who have given their time, energy and passion to improving the sport in new directions.
A Bronx native, Metellus grew up running in New York City and was a member of his high school track and cross-country teams. He graduated from the State University of New York College at Oswego with a BA in Public Relations and Communications. He currently lives in Manhattan and has run 44 half marathons, as well as the New York City Marathon in 2008 and 2013.
Check out www.nyrr.org for more information about New York Road Runners. For all other information visit www.bemoretoday.com.
This week's episode of the Be More Today Show features Dr. Damar Bobb. Dr. Damar Bobb is a sports performance coach and doctoral graduate from East Tennessee State University. He has almost 10 years of experience in D1 athletics all around the US. He is currently on a new journey in Sport Performance after leaving his role as Head Sport Performance Coach for Women’s Basketball at ETSU.
Join our conversation as we discuss the challenges of being the only minority in certain educational spaces, how important it is to always bet on yourself, and why it is never too late to do something great in this world.
To contact Dr. Bobb email him at Bobbdk@etsu.edu or follow him on LinkedIn. For more information visit www.bemoretoday.com.
Episode 176 of the Be More Today Show features Coach Tara Mardigan! Join our conversation as we discuss how to effectively add proteins to your diet as a runner, how to reduce your blood sugar spikes while training, and how to decide which energy supplements are best for you.
Tara, also known as "ThePlateCoach", is a registered dietitian/nutritionist and co-author of Real Fit Kitchen, a cookbook for athletes. She works in private practice with everyone from couch potatoes to elite athletes. She is also the Wellness Coordinator at Odyssey House NYC where she helps people in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction establish healthful behaviors to rebuild their lives. Prior to moving to NYC in 2015, Tara worked for a decade as the Team Nutritionist for the Boston Red Sox. She is an avid runner and founded the BedStuy Flyers Running Club in Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. She usually navigates NYC via CitiBike and is a member of El Barrio Bikes in East Harlem where she leads community group bike rides. If she's not in NYC, she's likely in the Adirondack Mountains.
To reach Tara for a personal session visit: https://theplatecoachllc.practicebetter.io/#/5f19e87a2a90291364930fbf/bookings?s=5f39e1dd2a9c240f0862a792&step=date
For all other questions visit www.bemoretoday.com or email Dr, Sean at info@bemoretoday.com.
Episode 175 of the Be More Today Show features Rob Curran, D.C., EMT, Injury Prevention Coordinator for the Trauma Center of New York-Presbyterian/ Weill Cornell Medical Center in Manhattan, NY.
Join our conversation as we discuss what lead him away from his private practice into the world of prevention and a handful of life tips from reducing your risk for falls to saving you from life threatening bleeding and Fentanyl/opioids. For more information on his prevention practices email roc9187@nyp.org or connect with him on Linkedin directly. For all other questions, visit www.bemoretoday.com. com.
Check out this special edition of the Be More Today show where we discuss the Summer Steps 2 Greatness Challenge, the model of change foundation of Dr. Thomas' two books, and why working on your strengths this summer will help your weaknesses fall to the waste side.
Sign up the Steps 2 Greatness while here until July 4th, 2025 by midnight: https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Brooklyn/BMTPROJECT40
For all other information visit www.bemoretoday.com.
This week's episode of the Be More Today Show features Researcher and Clinical Psychology Doctoral Candidate Shanique Meyler. Join our conversation as we celebrate June as men's health month, discuss the cost of silence when men don't share their feelings, share how culture and society limit safe spaces for men to be vulnerable without fear, and review practical tips for men to BE MORE mentally and emotionally present. The show can be found on Apple Podcast and Spotify as well as YouTube. For more information about Shanique Meyler and her work, visit https://hihello.com/p/8a101dee-4ee9-4875-bfeb-12f2cd48f689. For all other questions, visit. www.bemoretoday.com.
Episode 172 features John Bianchi DO, a Primary Care Sports Medicine (PCSM) physician, who specializes in non-operative management for orthopedic conditions affecting the entire body.
Dr. Bianchi’s sports medicine training included management of a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions affecting the extremities, spine, joints, muscles, ligaments, and nerves. He is experienced in diagnostic and interventional ultrasound use, trigger points injections, steroid/hyaluronic acid joint injections, platelet rich plasma (PRP) and more. He practices a “hands-on” approach to treatment and provides Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) to patients.
Join our conversation as we discuss the non-operative approach to pain, the various options and side effects patients have to mitigate pain, what to do when non-surgical methods don't help, and the importance of exercise and physical therapy for life long success.
For more information about his work, visit https://www.totalorthosportsmed.com/ and for all other questions about the show visit www.bemoretoday.com.
Dr. Armin Arshi is a member of the orthopedic team at NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital and NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn. He specializes in the full spectrum of hip and knee care, including both nonsurgical and surgical options. Join our conversation as we discuss how to function in the land of King Arthritis, whether running makes arthritis worse or manageable, non-surgical options to consider before joint replacement, and how to live after a total knee replacement. The show can be found on all major podcast platforms and on YouTube. Subscribe today and let's continue to Be More Alive in 2025. For more information email info@bemoretoday.com or visit www.bemoretoday. com for details.
Stephanie Palmer is a powerhouse of purpose and perseverance. With over a decade in the editing and entrepreneurial space—and a lifelong love for writing—she has poured her heart into helping others realize their dreams, using her organizational brilliance and creative vision to elevate voices and build empires.
Through Writer’s Therapy, she goes behind the scenes with authors to help them develop and edit their stories—guiding them to use their words as a path to healing, clarity, and transformation.
Now, after developing a successful company, she is officially branching out on her own with Zeal Literary Press, where the passion for writing fuels purpose and helps others boldly share their stories. With a gift for structure and strategy, Stephanie simplifies the publishing process—making it easier for authors to go from idea to finished book with clarity, confidence, and creative flow.
Her calling extends beyond the business world. As an Executive Life Coach, she pours into others, guiding them to walk confidently in their purpose and make decisions aligned with their highest potential.
Above all, Stephanie is a mother—a force of love and strength to her children. She released her first book in 2018 and has continued to create impactful stories ever since, helping others share their own narratives and find their voice. She is a 4x author, currently working on several new projects, including Visionistas—a collaborative book for women who think outside the box.
For those ready to step into their destiny, Stephanie Palmer is the voice, the guide, and the example. Connect with her on Facebook or Instagram or reach out directly at zealeditors@gmail.com. For all other questions, visit www.bemoretoday.com or email us at info@bemoretoday.com.
This week's episode of the Be More Today Show features Founder and Director of the RD3 Education and Advising Center Ray Diffley. RD3 is dedicated to serving students and families worldwide developing students of strong character prepared to make an impact and lead meaningful lives, using their character strengths developed in part by their educational journey. Join our conversation as we discuss the concept of chasing dreams while developing the character to catch one, passion to push character traits as a part of the school admissions process, his thoughts on how to prepare for interviews for all ages, and why greatness truly lives inside of all of us. The show can be found on YouTube under Be More Today and on all major podcast platforms. Visit Ray’s website https://www.rd3education.com/ and sign up to chat with him today. For more information about the Be More Today Show, visit www.bemoretoday.com.
Check out this week's episode of the Be More Today Show featuring Pastor Jaime Kowlessar. Join our conversation as he shares why he officially walked away from the pulpit, why taking care of your health is so important during these challenging times, and why you should always dress the way you want to be addressed. Check our his family podcast with his wife entitled "Carlene and Jaime" on You Tube and like their show content on IG @carleneplusjaime. For more information visit www.bemoretoday.com.
Check out this week's episode of the Be More Today Show as Dr. Sean Thomas highlights the importance of 10,000 steps, talks about his new book Project More, and gives a final charge for the Be More Today Steps 2 Greatness Challenge. For more information about the email info@bemoretoday.com or check our our website www.bemoretoday.com.
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Join Dr. Sean Thomas as we conclude Athletic Training Month highlighting the the incredible athletic trainers at JAG Physical Therapy and the unseen prep that happens behind the scenes. For more information regarding their services visit www.jagpt.com. For all other questions visit www.bemoretoday.com.
On this week's episode of the Be More Today Dr. Sean Thomas shares his experience running the 2025 Tokyo Marathon and obstacles he faced on the way to earning his 5th Abbott World Major Star. For more information visit www.bemoretoday.com.
Join Dr. Sean Thomas as we celebrate Athletic Training Month highlighting the the incredible athletic trainers at JAG Physical Therapy. For more information regarding their services visit www.jagpt.com. For all other questions visit www.bemoretoday.com.
Season 6 begins with a look at Dr. Sean Thomas' new book Project More! Check out the episode as Dr. Sean highlights the inspiration behind the book, the theme for 2025, and why Project More will help you feel More Alive in 2025. Check out Dr. Sean's new book by visiting www.bemoretoday.com or on Amazon with the link below: https://www.amazon.com/PROJECT-MORE-Days-Health-Fitness/dp/B0DTF6VCQL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3Q62PVHJPR2IA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.UjxXkSnrzbNSMS4inhHmzy2ClKFinoS7BcJHD5QoRK9k2kIgqCWtiFBmuFea-gEXTlVIas5RQ_TFYPBStYmDBT7siw_rOhuOV6i8uqJrwUOhBaVuhYtVTj4-8IJnoFyRbtDuTnzxKoyEw8E-GFQKgWt1z4mHnl-xCgvSfybkmZnvGA_9iyFF9kyPK3VWyofRFneG4T_sCsdWHwY318_mOpshHMlLcB5sXv67NMSMmJs.1C6fYXLX7Tv0wRouZLFTsPRxFcoEYByP8COVZl3kRhk&dib_tag=se&keywords=project+more+sean+thomas&qid=1739154996&sprefix=prooject+more+sean+thomas%2Caps%2C74&sr=8-1
