The Ready State Podcast

Sue Norman’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From her roots as a world-class whitewater athlete and U.S. National Champion to her time in the military and her inspiring decision to become a mom at 56, Sue’s life is packed with resilience, adventure, and heart.

In this episode of The Ready State Podcast, Sue share...

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Jay Maddock: The Profound Health Benefits of Nature Exposure In As Little As 120 Minutes Per Week

June 12, 2025 • 73 mins

Are you spending 8 hours a day in front of screens? It’s time to give your brain a break with nature! Discover how just 120 minutes a week outdoors can transform your mood, boost executive function, and even improve your immune system. From walking in a local park to engaging in forest bathing, this video explores the profo...

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Nathan Adrian: From Podium to Purpose: 8 Medals Across 3 Olympics, Cancer, and Rebuilding Identity After Sport

May 29, 2025 • 118 mins

What happens after you win five gold medals in the Olympics?

In this episode, 5 time Olympic Gold Medalist swimmer and entrepreneur, Nathan Adrian, opens up about the pressure of elite performance, the shock of a cancer diagnosis, and what it’s like to rebuild identity after sport.

He’s an Olympic icon, but also a husband, fa...

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Katy Bowman & Dr. Diana Hill: Recognizing and Eliminating Barriers to Movement

May 15, 2025 • 67 mins

Most people don’t struggle with movement — they struggle with the mindset around movement.

In this episode, psychologist Diana Hill and biomechanist Katy Bowman break down the real reasons so many of us stay stuck in sedentary loops. It’s not laziness. It’s not time. It’s our mental patterns:

“If I can’t do a full 45-minute w...

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Danny Matta: How Cash-Based Care Unlocks Better Outcomes and Why the Traditional Medical Model Fails Patients and Practitioners

May 1, 2025 • 80 mins

From Army PT to a successful entrepreneur, Danny Matta’s journey is nothing short of inspirational. Starting as a military physical therapist stationed in Hawaii, he transformed his skills and vision into building multiple successful businesses, including PT Biz, which empowers physical therapists to create and scale thrivi...

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Jeremy Frisch: Why Every Kid NEEDS Athletic Development Training Before Age 12

April 17, 2025 • 1 secs

Why is early sports specialization hurting kids? In this episode, we explore how early focus on a single sport can limit a child’s overall athletic growth and lead to burnout, injuries, and missed opportunities to develop essential coordination, balance, and agility. Featuring expert insights from Jeremy Frisch, a leader in...

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Rett Larson: Why Gamification and Novelty in Warm-Ups is a Game-Changer

April 3, 2025 • 85 mins

Unlock team success with the power of fun and movement! In this video, we explore how playful and dynamic warm-ups, creative coaching strategies, and movement-based activities can transform teams into thriving, cohesive units. From dancing and gamification to innovative warm-up ideas like frisbee tosses and movement puzzles...

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EC Synkowski: Unlock Sustainable Nutrition for Better Performance, Recovery, and Health

March 20, 2025 • 64 mins

In this episode, we break down EC Synkowski’s game-changing "800 Gram Challenge," a simple yet effective way to incorporate 800 grams of fruits and vegetables into your daily routine—without cutting out the foods you love.

What You'll Learn In This Episode:

Why most people aren’t eating enough fruits and vegetables—and h...

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Alana Stott: Fighting to End Human Trafficking, and Living a Life of Resilience, Action, and Hope for Change

March 6, 2025 • 61 mins

Human trafficking is a $250 billion global crisis impacting over 50 million lives today—10 million of whom are trapped in sex slavery. This urgent and eye-opening discussion uncovers the harsh realities of modern slavery, ranging from forced labor to organ harvesting.

We hear from Alana Stott, MBE—a security specialist, hum...

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Wendy Troxel: Navigating Sleep Challenges as a Couple, The Impacts of Sleep Deprivation on Teens, and Actionable Advice to Improve Your Sleep

February 20, 2025 • 62 mins

Discover how to optimize your sleep for health, love, and performance in this eye-opening episode of the Ready State Podcast featuring Dr. Wendy Troxel, a leading sleep scientist and author of Sharing the Covers.

Learn why sleep is vital for your relationships, how to navigate sleep challenges as a couple, and the surprisin...

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Mark Sisson: Walking for Longevity and the Pervasive Myths Around the Benefits of Running

February 6, 2025 • 74 mins

Is walking the real key to a long, healthy life? In this thought-provoking episode, Kelly & Juliet Starrett dive into why walking might be the ultimate exercise for longevity and health, as shared by bestselling author and fitness expert, Mark Sisson.

Drawing from his new book Born to Walk, Mark challenges the widely-hel...

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Steve Magness: The Surprising Truth About Elite Performance & The Youth Sports Epidemic

January 23, 2025 • 77 mins

In this insightful episode of The Ready State Podcast, Kelly and Juliet Starrett sit down with Steve Magness—performance coach, author, and expert on mental and physical resilience. They explore the complexities of human performance and how embracing the basics can lead to extraordinary results. From the Instagramification ...

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Aaron Leventhal: From Professional Soccer, Coaching, and Exercise Oncology to the Fit Standards, Helping People Take Charge of Their Own Wellness

January 9, 2025 • 88 mins

Aaron Leventhal is the author of The New Fit, the director of AKTIV Against Cancer USA, and a coach and educator. His work on health, wellness, and exercise oncology has impacted thousands. Aaron is an ex-professional soccer player, performance coach, gym owner, and cancer survivor.

Aaron’s Longevity Fitness Tests, “The Fit ...

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Dr. Darshan Shah: Bridging the Gap in Healthcare with a Parallel Model Focusing on Longevity and Vitality

December 26, 2024 • 73 mins

Dr. Darshan Shah earned his MD at 21 through the accelerated program at the University of Missouri, Kansas City. He trained in general surgery and trauma in California, performing over 10,000 operations. His current project is Next Health, a health optimization and longevity center built on the belief that health is not the...

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Jason Sacks: Positive Coaching and Centering Athlete Wellbeing in Sport

December 12, 2024 • 73 mins

Jason has been with Positive Coaching Alliance since 2006 and currently serves as President. He oversees national partnerships, fundraising, and regional operations, working with professional sports leagues and youth organizations. Previously, he held roles such as Chief Development Officer and Executive Director of PCA’s C...

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Dr. Heather Sandison: Reversing Alzheimer's and Preventing Cognitive Decline at Any Age

November 28, 2024 • 54 mins

Dr. Heather Sandison is the NYT bestselling author of Reversing Alzheimer’s The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health. She is a renowned naturopathic doctor specializing in neurocognitive medicine and the founder of Solcere Health Clinic, San Diego’s premier brain optimization clinic, and Marama, a resid...

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150 Episodes of The Ready State Podcast: Lessons We’ve Learned, Surprises We’ve Encountered, and Lifestyle Changes We’ve Made

November 14, 2024 • 54 mins

The Starretts kicked off The Ready State Podcast back in January 2018, and today we’re celebrating a milestone: Episode 150! With a brief pandemic hiatus in between, we’re marking this special episode with a look back at some incredible conversations and powerful insights that have shaped our journey. Over the years, we’ve ...

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Meg Fisher: From Catastrophic Injury to Champion Cyclist and Gold at the Paralympics, the Healing Potential of Sport

October 31, 2024 • 54 mins

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Meg Fisher is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2x Paralympian and 11x World Champion Cyclist. She earned her doctorate at the University of Washington in 2014. Meg continues to race bikes professionally, predominantly endurance gravel and mountain bike events. She is pioneering para-cycling categories in off-road event...

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Dean Stott: Resilience, Transitioning from Special Forces to Crisis Management Expert, and Breaking World Records

October 17, 2024 • 66 mins

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Dean Stott is a former British Special Forces soldier who served in the Special Boat Service (SBS). After a career-ending parachute accident, he transitioned into the private security sector, gaining renown for handling high-risk situations, including evacuating the Canadian Embassy in Libya. He later set two world ...

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Chase Jarvis: Taking Risks to Achieve a Life You Love

October 3, 2024 • 65 mins

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