Today we sit down with Dr. Eevin Jennings, Professor of cognitive nueroscience at Arizona State University and discuss brain chemistry and the influencers of happiness, depression, and anxiety and what you can do enhance those chemicals for the benefit of your health and your loved ones. Connect with Dr. Eevin at: http://facebook.com/t2pN3dF6 https://www.instagram.com/Eevincheezburger/ Experience the cognitive and athletic performance benefits of Creatine with Creatine JB from Xendurance. Receive 10% off your order by shopping at: https://shop.teamxnd.com/JamesAlleN

Fitt Focus Podcast

Ep. 7: Dr. Eevin Jennings, Brain health and influencing happiness.

A story of how movement is essential to life or death. Shanna is a trained Doctor of Chiropractic medicine, trainer at East Valley Strength and Conditioning and an accomplished athlete. She is a 7 times individual CrossFit competitor, 3 times team regional competitor, and CrossFit Games Teams, competitor. We dive into her story of movement and go deep into the talk she delivered at DEbX Talks in 2018 on why movement truly is a matter of life and death. To view Shanna's entire Deb Talk you can see it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8NbxGWUotM Connect with Shanna on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/shannacastine/ Special thank you my son Terrence for his work on production for the Fitt Focus Podcast. Connect with Terrence for DJ opportunities and editing for hire for your own podcast projects. You can reach out to him here at: https://www.instagram.com/djclovek/. This Fitt Focus podcast is brought to you, by YOU and: Yours Truly, James Allen You can support the show and your own fitness endeavors by purchasing, wearing and sharing this fashionable Fitt Focus T-Shirt. Show everyone you're about that life as well as turning everyone you meet onto something positive that is going to elevate those around you. You can order the shirt here by copying the bit.ly URL, below in your browser. bit.ly/FittFocusT Also brought to you by: Xendurance. Fuel what matters. Go farther, longer with some of the best sport supplements on the planet not filled with artificial sweeteners and harmful ingredients. Save 10% on your purchase when you use this link. https://shop.teamxnd.com/JamesAllen

Ep: 13 - Shanna Duvall-Briggs - Move it or lose it!

These are not resolution tips, these are life tips! Get after and crush all of your goals with these 3 simple easy to implement actions and get after the life you want. Spread the word and lets get connected in 2020 and beyond. Connect with me on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/JamesFittFocus/ Join the Facebook Group Fitt Focus podcast private group for events and special offers. Like and share and you will be sent an invitation to join. Connect with me on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/thejamesallen1/ Achieve your 2020 goals and beyond!  

Ep: 12 Achieve your 2020 goals with these 3 easy tips.

Bulletproof is the memoir of Justin Peck, a man whom after years of suffering from bipolar disorder decided to take his life. Placing a weapon he fired thousands of times to his head and pulling the trigger, survived. Bulletproof is the story you have to read to learn how Justin got to that dark place and found his way to the light. In the meantime enjoy the conversation I had with Justin and learn more about his mission to end the stigma that surrounds mental health and join him in his fight. Visit https://www.justinpeck.com/ to learn more  and take the free assessment to see where you are regarding your mental health.  You can also find Justin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/justinpeck49/ https://www.facebook.com/justinpeck49/ Peace, love and salmon grease.  

Ep: 11 Justin Peck - Author; Bulletproof, Mental Health Activist

A story of recovery, competing at the highest level and staying focused on what matters in life.  In this conversation with Sam Lehee, one of the head coaches at East Valley CrossFit, former 3 times team regional competitor, and CrossFit Team Games competitor, we dive into his recovery from drugs and how fitness gave him purpose and direction. We also talk about some of his meditation practices, deep love for family and his giving back to his community. Contact Sam on his Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/sammythecoach/ Facebook at: Samuel Brent Lehee. The Fitt Focus podcast is brought to you by Xendurance. Fuel what matters. Go farther, longer, with some of the best sport supplements on the planet not filled with artificial sweeteners and harmful ingredients. Save 10% on your purchase when you use this link. https://shop.teamxnd.com/JamesAllen

Ep:10 - Sam Lehee - Overcoming drug addiction & keeping the monkey off the back.

Have you ever faced a challenge that you thought you were simply...not built for? Then this story is for you. The inspiring story of Heather Shourds journey from being overweight, un-athletic and a health risk of dying young. To losing 100 pounds, becoming a Triathlete and inspiring others as a coach. Follow Heather's fitness adventures on her Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/joythrufitness/ Be sure to drop her a note and let her know you heard about her on the Fitt Focus podcast ;-). Reduce your lactic acid build up and increase your aerobic threshold. Try Xtreme Endurance on your next run or endurance event and see the difference. Save 10% on your purchase by using this link.  https://shop.teamxnd.com/JamesAllen      

Ep: 9 Heather Shourds - Losing 100 pounds and finding purpose through triathlon

Robert Farrow has not only been in the game of bodybuilding for over 3 decades. Believe it or not Robert was one of those kids who has known what he has wanted to do since the tender age of 10 years old! This conversation was indeed a treat. You will definitely learn something from Robert as we sit down and break down how he got started in bodybuilding, became a business owner of his dream gym and continues to chase his dreams and stay young in the sport of bodybuilding. To take advantage of the special offer mentioned in the show and train with Robert over at Deezel Muscle for 50% off your first 30 days. Click this link here and sign up. bit.ly/Deezeltrain For the video of one of the best gyms in the Phoenix valley at Deezel Muscle Competitive Bodybuilding Gym go to: bit.ly/Deezelgym - Video will be available on 9/23/19 Get 10% off your order of some of the best supplements in the world from Xendurance. No artificial colors, sweeteners or other garbage. shop.teamxnd.com/JamesAllen Save 25% on your purchases all year long and get free shipping anywhere in the 48 contiguous United States when you join team XND using the link above. Email me at Jamesallen@fittfocus.net for questions. If you're reading this and like the content please do me a favor... drop a review, leave a comment and share. It helps others to find the show and improve our communities everywhere. Peace, love and salmon grease.

Ep. 8: Fitt over 50 - Living the dream and longevity in the game of competitive Bodybuilding.

In today's conversation with Dr. Brianne Showman, Physical Therapist, Obstacle Course Racer and CrossFit Athlete, we talk about her journey to becoming her best self and helping people with her chosen profession with no strings attached. How she escaped a toxic relationship and began coming into her own to begin living her best life. We also discuss her book, Own your day own your life: Creating the business and life you desire.  Dr. Showman is literally everywhere on the web. If you like to connect with her and work with her here are some good places to contact her.  www.getyourfixpt.com www.getyourfixnutrition.com www.facebook.com/brianneshowman www.facebook.com/GetYourFixPhysicalTherapy/ www.facebook.com/GetYourFixNutrition/ www.instagram.com/bshowmanbrown/ www.instagram.com/bshowmanbrown/ www.instagram.com/getyourfixpt/ www.instagram.com/getyourfixnutrition/  You can purchase her book Own your day, own your life: Creating the business and life you desire, direct from Amazon.com.  This episode of the Fitt Focus Podcast is brought to you by our friends at Xendurance. Products backed by science. Proven with medals and records. Take the Xtreme Endurance challenge and find out for your self. Sign up here for your free 7-day supply of Xtreme Endurance and take the Fitt Focus Challenge. The first 25 people to sign up will have their free 7-day supply to take the challenge. Sign up for the Xtreme Endurance challenge here: bit.ly/fittfocusxndchallenge  Do you like Xendurance products? Join team XND save 25% on all of your purchases and get free shipping anywhere in the 48 contiguous United States.  shop.teamxnd.com/JamesAllen/Home

Ep: 6 Dr. Brianne Showman - A story of resiliency, overcoming toxic relationships and living your best life.

The Fitt Focus Podcast proudly presents: "Fitt at 50."  The incredible Bruce Briggs, 2018 CrossFit Games Masters Competitor. The first in a series of interviews with some incredible people doing big things at 50 years young. Connect with Bruce on Instagram at @grokfit and Facebook at Bruce Briggs. This episode is brought to you by Xendurance. Sign up for your free sample pack of Extreme Endurance here bit.ly/fittfocusxndchallenge and take the Xtreme Endurance challenge and see why Xtreme Endurance has some of the best supplements on the planet and... how it helped Bruce reach his goals. Get a work out in or train at the facility East Valley CrossFit, in Chandler AZ. Sign up here to book a tour and get a WOD in.  bit.ly/eastvalleycrossfit Until next time... Peace, love and salmon grease! 

Ep. 5 2018 CrossFit Master's Competitor - Bruce Briggs

For most small businesses hitting the 10-year mark is a milestone. In today's episode I sit down with August Schmidt, owner at East Valley CrossFit as he shares how he has been able to be successful in a very crowded space of fitness. We get into some of the innovations that separate East Valley from other businesses in the same vein. August also shares how he has managed to take 6 teams to the then coveted CrossFit regionals and a few athletes, to the CrossFit Games. Enjoy and take note. Show Notes For more information on East Valley CrossFit and how you can get started with your journey to a better you in your health and fitness log onto: bit.ly/eastvalleycrossfit. Want to compete with the best competitors in the Southwest? Sign up for the 2019 Desert Cup at the Phoenix Convention Center right here: bit.ly/2019desertcup. Join the Fitt Focus Xendurance challenge to get your free 7-day supply of Xtreme Endurance and see why CrossFit Athletes like Josh Bridges, Camille Leblanc-Bazinet, Mattie Rogers (Olympic weightlifting), Paul Chelimo (middle distance runner), Jennifer Tavernier (American Ninja Warrior) and others use products from Xendurance in their training regimen. To sign up for the challenge go to: bit.ly/fittfocusxndchallenge. Do you need to get your business organized? Are you tired of letting customers slip through the cracks, not following up and losing business to your competitors? Say no more and solve for your disorganization, losing customers from not following up and get more growth from the products at Keap, makers of Infusionsoft. Keap is an all-in-one business management software that allows you to complete your customer lifecycle through capturing new customers, automated, personalized follow-up, upsell and referral based opportunities. Take a look at the product videos here: Keap Grow  Keap PRO   Infusionsoft  If you have questions on which one is right for you, send me an email directly at: james.allen@keap.com and I will help you figure it out and get you started. Mention you heard about Keap on this show and receive 50% off of your first 3 months. Don't forget friends, subscribe and share this podcast with 3 of your friends. Together we can spread the word and help more people bring the fitness of their physical, mental, spiritual, emotional and social economical well-being into focus. Peace, love and salmon grease.

August Schmidt, Owner and Head coach to some of the fittest people in the world at East Valley CrossFit

James Allen chats with Macy Lynn Tarlton. An up and coming Olympic Collegiate Weightlifting Champion who overcame anorexia and body image issues to be a shining light for young women everywhere.  To learn more about Macy and her journey you can reach her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/macylynn/ and facebook at Macy Lynn Tarlton. Are you ready for a challenge? Sign up for a free 7 day supply of Extreme Endurance and take your fitness to the next level. Go to http://bit.ly/xnd7challenge for details on the Xendurance Challenge. Business Owner: Never let a new prospect or lead slip through your fingers again. Get Keap, the all-in-one business management app that helps your business thrive by: Helping you complete your customer lifecycle through automated, personalized follow up, capturing of new leads and presenting up-sell and referral opportunities. For more information email James Allen at james.allen@keap.com   

Macy Lynn Tarlton - From Anorexic to Olympic Weightlifting Wonder Woman

In part 2 Dr. Hernandez and I discuss some of the tools he uses with his practice to help keep him organized, service his patients and grow his practice.  You can get in touch with Dr. Matt at https://www.ethosscottsdale.com/ and check out his podcast at https://ethosathletes.com/ Are you looking to get your business organized and prevent potential customers from leaving your website and falling through the cracks? Check out Keap, from the makers of Infusionsoft. Keap is a small business CRM and email marketing automation app that helps business owners stay organized and follow up with customers. Check out www.keap.com/keap for details. Call or email me directly and mention this podcast and save 50% on your first 3 months. james.allen@keap.com 480.397.6076 office. For information on the best sport supplements on the planet go to https://shop.teamxnd.com/JamesAlleN Join team XND to save 25% on every purchase and receive free 2 day shipping.  

PT 2: Dr Matt Hernandez of Ethos Integrative Medicine

Have you ever had any aches and pains that just keep reoccurring and just wont go away? You have tried everything to avoid surgery but that is the ultimate outcome as determined by medical examination. In this episode with Dr. Matt Hernandez, business owner and partner at Ethos integrative medicine in Scottsdale AZ, we talk about some of the differences between integrative medicine and the traditional medical practice how insurance can work for or against and overall different options for health care and well being.  You can get in touch with Dr. Matt at https://www.ethosscottsdale.com/ and check out his podcast at https://ethosathletes.com/   Are you looking to get your business organized and prevent potential customers from leaving your website and falling through the cracks? Check out Keap, from the makers of Infusionsoft. Keap is a small business CRM and email marketing automation app that helps business owners stay organized and follow up with customers. Check out www.keap.com/keap for details. Call or email me directly and mention this podcast and save 50% on your first 3 months. james.allen@keap.com 480.397.6076 office. For information on the best supplements on the planet go to https://shop.teamxnd.com/JamesAlleN

Dr. Matt Hernandez - Ethos Integrative Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ

The Fitt Focus Podcast is a collection of inspirational stories. Each week we focus on an area of human need and dive deep into the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social economical aspects of well being to bring inspiring stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. The goal of the podcast is to inspire and empower all, with tips tools and strategies that you can use to help narrow your focus, believe and achieve what ever it is you are after in this thing we call life.

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