Awesome Athlete
-
Episode #334:Tony Horton on His Keys to Success, Motivation, and the Shifts that Took P90X From “Meh” to 500 Million in Sales
You know I love sharing interviews with you with all my guests, but you also know some are like “HOLYYYYYYY $&!T”. I call these interviews the “Oh doctah” interviews.
This is one of those.
Read More » -
Episode #237:Ms. Bikini Universe Lori Harder Dishes on Getting Fit and Eating More Awesomely
So, super exciting news today and a “preview” of sorts. I’ve gotten a MASSIVE (I don’t know which word I can use that is more than that…but if there was a word, I’d use it) amount of emails/questions about health and fitness since my recent transformation. Soon, The Rise To The Top Fitness will officially launch (it will be a new site) to help you. But, I figured why not have some amazing fitness conversations on the show right now? Enter today’s guest, Lori Harder, who is the Ms. Bikini Universe 2010 Overall Champion and on the cover of this month’s Oxygen Magazine (and she’s an overall incredible person).
I use RISE partner Wistia for video hosting because they rock. Check ‘em out.
Audio Only Player
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
About Today’s Guest, Lori Harder:
Lori is a rockin’ fitness cover model, competitor and trainer who has a laundry list of amazing accomplishments, including Ms. Bikini Universe 2010 Overall Champion and being on the cover of the September 2011 issue of Oxygen Magazine.You can find out MUCH more about her, pick up training and nutrition tips and more at LoriHarderFitness.com and BusyGirlHealthyLife.com (and be on the lookout for her cookbook coming soon…I know I’m going to devour it). You can also connect with Lori on Twitter @loriharder and Facebook.
Have a burning fitness or nutrition question? Lori is nice enough to answer some below so feel free to leave it in the comments section.
Some additional links Lori mentioned in the interview to check out:
Oxygen Magazine
Read More »
Cathy Savage Fitness -
Episode #207:Simple Nutrition Tips Anyone Can Put To Use With UFC’s Urijah Faber
I use RISE partner Wistia for video hosting because they rock. Check ‘em out.
Audio Only Player
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
OK, I lied. I said last Friday’s interview with Ryan Coyne was the end of Fight Week. Just kidding. I was lucky enough to hunt down Urijah Faber for an exclusive on the show.
Urijah is the main event at UFC 132 on July 2nd where he takes on Dominick Cruz for the UFC Bantamweight title. It is going to be a good one.
In this interview, of course we discuss the fight and Urijah’s career, but the beginning is a bit different as we discuss nutrition and healthy eating and there are some tips you can take and use right away (spoiler alert: coconuts). Enjoy!
About Today’s Guest, Urijah Faber:
Urijah Faber is a mixed martial artist currently fighting as a bantamweight in the UFC organization. Faber won the WEC featherweight championship at WEC 19 on March 17, 2006 and held the title for over two years until his loss to Mike Brown at WEC 36 on November 5, 2008. As of May 2011, Faber is ranked the #3 bantamweight in the world by Sherdog. Faber holds notable victories over Dominick Cruz, Jens Pulver, Eddie Wineland and Takeya Mizugaki.For his full bio, check out his Wikipedia page.
Connect With Urijah (and tell him you saw him on RISE!):
Read More » -
Episode #204:The Continued Rise Of Pro Boxer Of Ryan Coyne: An Exclusive Interview
I use RISE partner Wistia for video hosting because they rock. Check ‘em out.
Audio Only Player:
Click here to download the audio file.
Final installment of fighting week here on The Rise To The Top!
“The Irish Outlaw” Ryan Coyne (16-0 6 KO’s) will be fighting undefeated David McNemar
looking to take the title from Guillermo Jones (37-3 29 KO’s) in St. Louison June 25th on HBO.About Today’s Guest, Ryan Coyne:
In his own words:
I found boxing as a second love, so to speak. Coming out of high school I was a heralded football recruit. I went to the University of Missouri to pursue a Division 1 football career. A football career wasn’t in the cards for me, and after leaving Mizzou I wandered into the boxing club to continue my athletic aspirations. While working part time and attending college full time, I made boxing my true full time endeavor. After a brief and successful four year amateur career, I set my sights to the professional ranks where I look to make Ryan Coyne a household name and inspiration for everyone who believes in second chances.Last year I got the opportunity of a lifetime to be on the boxing reality show The Contender. I found myself living and fighting with 16 of the best cruiserweights in the world far from the confines of home in the island nation of Singapore. After winning both of my fights in the tournament and fighting successfully into the semifinals of the tournament, I had the misfortune of being medically disqualified with a nasty cut above my eye from a head butt in a brutal victory against Brockton brawler Tim ‘The Hammer’ Flamos(20-4).
My success on The Contender caught the eye of legendary promoter Don King who recently signed me to a multi-year promotional contract.
Connect With Ryan (and tell him you saw him on RISE!):
Read More » -
Episode #203:Don’t Ask Him If He’s Ready: A Rise Exclusive With Devon Alexander The Great
I use RISE partner Wistia for video hosting because they rock. Check ‘em out.
Audio Only Player
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Fight week continues on The Rise To The Top!
Today’s guest, Devon Alexander, will be the main event on HBO Boxing on June 25th live from St. Louis, Missouri.
It is going to be a big night on Saturday, June 25th at the Family Arena in St. Charles (St. Louis, Missouri). HBO Boxing After Dark returns to town for an amazing card. The two featured fights are going to be fantastic. I’m looking forward to being there and you should come out as well.
The main event features St. Louis native Devon Alexander “The Great” (21-1 13 KO’s) vs. Lucas Matthysse (28-1 KO’s). This will be one to watch with Devon looking to avenge the first loss of his professional career.
About Today’s Guest, Devon Alexander:
Devon grew up in the Hyde Park neighborhood of north St. Louis, in an area described as downtrodden, rough, gang- and drug-infested. He joined the boxing gym that Kevin Cunningham, a former police officer turned trainer, founded in the basement of an old police station.Devon had an outstanding amateur career, compiling a record of 300-10 under the tutelage of Cunningham. He was a four-time Silver Gloves champion from ages 10–14; three-time PAL national champion; Junior Golden Gloves and Junior Olympics national champion; 2003 United States national champion in the 19-and-under division; and 2004 United States light welterweight national champion. He made it to the final round of the 2004 Olympic trials, where he battled Rock Allen to a draw and was knocked down once before losing on a tie-breaker.
At age 17, Devon made his professional debut, defeating Vincent Torres by first round technical knockout in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan. He was victorious in his second pro fight against Karl Hunter on February 5, 2005. Alexander defeated Donovan Castaneda by unanimous decision in front of 22,370 spectators, the second-largest crowd in history to witness a boxing event in an indoor arena at the Savvis Center in St. Louis, Missouri. Alexander’s mentor, Cory Spinks, headlined the card opposing Zab Judah.
To read more about Devon’s professional career, check out his Wikipedia page.
Connect With Devon (and tell him you saw him on RISE!):
Read More » -
Episode #202:Ponytails, Punches & Poop: A Conversation With UFC Fighter Ryan Bader
I use RISE partner Wistia for video hosting because they rock. Check ‘em out.
Audio Only Player
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Welcome to Fight Week on The Rise To The Top. This week on the show…all fighters.
Yes, all three things are mentioned in this interview. Ponytails. Check. Punches. Check. Poop. Check.
Fun fact: Ryan will be taking on Tito Ortiz in the octagon on July 2nd at UFC 132.
Oh, and the sweet potato recipe I mentioned to Ryan off air came from former guest Kim Murgatroyd.
About Today’s Guest, Ryan Bader :
Ryan Bader was a contestant on season 8 of The Ultimate Fighter. He was the first light heavyweight selected by Coach Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, winning his first 3 fights on the show to earn a spot in the finals.Bader defeated Vinicius Magalhães at The Ultimate Fighter 8 Finale, earning the title of “The Ultimate Fighter” and winning a six-figure UFC contract. He won the fight after catching Magalhães with an overhand right that dropped him and followed up with strikes on the ground to take the win.
Ryan Bader returned at UFC Fight Night 18, facing off against Carmelo Marrero and ended up winning the fight by unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27). During the match, Bader tore his medial collateral ligament and posterior cruciate ligament.
Bader, along with fellow Ultimate Fighter winner Efrain Escudero, appeared in the video game for the UFC entitled UFC 2009 Undisputed. He and Efrain Escudero were available for download by using a special code obtained by pre-ordering the game from Gamestop. Although, on September 10, 2009, he and Escudero were made available for download on Playstation Network and Xbox 360 Marketplace.
His next fight was against Eric Schafer on October 24, 2009, at UFC 104. The fight was mainly dominated by Bader, who utilized great combinations in his stand-up and control on the ground, ending with an unanimous decision victory by the score of (29-26, 30-27 and 30-27) for Bader.
Bader next faced Keith Jardine on February 21, 2010 at UFC 110. Bader finished the fight after rocking Jardine with a flying knee to the chest, followed up by a left hook at 2:10 of the third round.
Check out more about Ryan on Wikipedia.
Connect With Ryan (and tell him you saw him on RISE!):
Read More » -
Episode #201:Head Injuries & Hockey Camp: A Chat With Former NHLer Jeff Serowik
I use RISE partner Wistia for video hosting because they rock. Check ‘em out.
Audio Only Player
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Random Question of the Day: What is the worst pickup attempt you have either witnessed or has happened to you? (Yes, off topic, but off topic is fun. Hooray.)
About Today’s Guest, Jeff Serowik:
Jeff Serowik went to Lawrence Academy Prep School, played Division I hockey at Providence College (on scholarship), and earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance before beginning his 10-year professional hockey career. He’s an Eddie Shore Award recipient for Best Defenseman AHL. He’s the current record holder for most goals in a season by a defenseman. He played for these NHL teams: Toronto Maple Leafs, Boston Bruins, Pittsburgh Penguins.Unfortunately, Jeff suffered a career-ending injury in 2000 at the pinnacle of his pro career while playing for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Jeff founded Pro Ambitions Hockey, Inc with one summer camp 20 years ago and it has grown to be the largest Hockey School Outfit in the world with over 4000 campers attending their day and boarding/residential camps annually.
Jeff has been featured on the Competitive Edge television series on ESPN, TSN, Fox Sports Net, and NESN Sports Desk. He was also inducted into the 2009 NH Hockey Hall of Fame.
Jeff and Christine Serowik founded the charity Sports Saves Souls in 2003. Its mission is to help children that are facing adversities out of their control and give them an opportunity to shine and strengthen their spirit through hockey.
Connect With Jeff (and tell him you saw him on RISE!):
On His Website
Read More »
Check Out Sports Saves Souls -
Episode #199:Prepare To Kick Ass: A Conversation With Master Of Self Defense Roy Elghanayan
I use RISE partner Wistia for video hosting because they rock. Check ‘em out.
Audio Only Player
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
About Today’s Guest, Roy Elghanayan:
First and foremost, you have to check out this video of Roy (trust me, watch it).Check out this resume for today’s guest, Roy Elghanayan:
Roy Elghanayan owns and operates full-time academy “Krav Maga L.A. – The Authentic Israeli Krav Maga”:
- 17 years of experience
- RANK – Black Belt DAN 3
- Israeli and US Chief Instructor Authentic Israeli Krav Maga
- Law enforcements/counter terrorism full contact training in the US and Israel
Real Life Experience:
Staff Sergeant, 1st Class – Entire Unit, Paratroopers Israeli Special Forces
- The only 2 time Israeli Krav Maga National Champion
- Twice-IDF Chief of Staff Award for hand-to-hand combat.
- Krav Maga basic/ advanced training Instructors for ‘Krav Maga instruction’ and Certification for the IDF (Israeli Defense Force)
- Krav Maga Chief Instructor for IDF Commando Course
- High jack, hostage situations Training certified
- Israeli Special Forces top Krav Maga instructor for the Special Forces/Air Forces/ Israeli Marines- Paratroopers
- Sports/fitness Instructor
- Certified by the Israeli Defense Forces
- Updated Military Krav Maga and LOTAR (a complete Israeli combat concept, derived from real-life situations and personal experience)
Honors/Awards:
- 2009 - Black Belt DAN 3
- 2007 - Black Belt DAN 2 – Promotion – Rank: NIDAN
- 2006 - Israeli Special Forces Tournament – Krav Maga, basic level- 1st Place (unit 1), Israeli Special Forces Tournament – Krav Maga, advance level 1st Place (Unit 2), Chief of Staff Award for hand-to-hand combat (1), Chief of Staff Award for hand-to-hand combat (2)
- 2003 - Black Belt DAN 1- Promotion – Rank: SHODAN
- 1997 - Israeli Ju-jitsu National Tournament – 1st place
- 1995 - Israeli Ju-jitsu National Tournament – 1st place
About Krav Maga:
Krav Maga is known as the best system of combat survival in the world. Krav Maga is a series of simple, instinctive self-defense techniques which dramatically enhance your ability to maintain your personal security and escape dangerous situations. Originally taught only in Israel, Krav Maga has become recognized as the best defense system in the world.
Connect With Roy (and tell him you saw him on RISE!):
On Twitter
Read More »
On His Website
Check Out This Awesome YouTube Video -
Episode #198:What It’s Really Like To Play Major League Baseball With Former St. Louis Cardinal Kerry Robinson
I use RISE partner Wistia for video hosting because they rock. Check ‘em out.
Audio Only Player
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
About Today’s Guest, Kerry Robinson:
Kerry played Major League baseball for the Cardinals/Padres/Royals/Reds/Devil Rays from 1998-2006. Remember those dates as they were, in many cases, the huge bulk era in the game (cough..steroids…cough). But, Kerry was really a player from another era. As opposed to pure power, his game was based on speed. And he is a great guy.I was lucky enough to meet Kerry a couple of years ago in St. Louis. In fact, he came out to an event we were doing with Anna Kournikova called Summer Business Break. Just an overall good guy. Enjoy this interview where I reminisce on his time in the major leagues and catch up with Kerry.
Connect With Kerry (and tell him you saw him on RISE!):
Read More » -
Episode #196:Where Is He Now? Catching Up & Reminiscing With The Million Dollar Man Ted DiBiase
I use RISE partner Wistia for video hosting because they rock. Check ‘em out.
Audio Only Player
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
About Today’s Guest, Ted DiBiase:
Especially excited for today’s episode with wrestling icon and WWE hall-of-famer, The Million Dollar Man Ted DiBiase.
Ted DiBiase has been involved in the world of professional wrestling his entire life. His stepfather, wrestler “Iron Mike” DiBiase, began the tradition and had a strong influence on him as a child. He died in the ring when Ted was fifteen. Shortly after, his mother slipped into a depression and turned to alcohol. Ted moved into a little town in southern Arizona to live with his grandparents. After Ted’s junior year in college at West Texas State University in Canyon, Texas, he stepped into the squared circle to follow in his father’s footsteps.After wrestling in Amarillo, Texas and Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Ted moved to Atlanta to continue his wrestling career. While there he met his future wife Melanie and they were married in 1981. Ted’s wrestling engagements kept him away from her, while ego, pride, and money took center stage. After the birth of their first son Teddy, the DiBiase’s moved to Mississippi where he continued wrestling for Mid-South Wrestling. Ted was hoping that the World Wrestling Federation (WWE) would take notice of his talent. The WWE did take notice. They had an idea for a new character and developed Ted into the “Million Dollar Man” and he was surrounded by money, limousines and life in the fast lane. Through hard work and much determination he quickly rose to the top of his profession where he has remained for the past twenty years.
Ted’s career as a wrestler has taken him all over the world; all over Europe, Japan, India, Canada, and all of the fifty states, including Alaska and Hawaii. Ted has held many wrestling titles over his expansive career not withstanding, “The World Championship Title.” He has wrestled alone, as part of a tag team, and in recent years as the role of manager. You may also have heard him at times behind the camera as he often commentated and did color commentating for World Championship Wrestling.
Due to a neck injury several years ago, Ted was forced to give up the physical side of professional wrestling. He acted as a ringside manager in both the WWE (Andre the Giant, Steve Austin) and WCW (Steiner Brothers). While with WCW, Ted appeared on Ted Turner’s cable networks “Monday Nitro” and “Thursday Thunder” TV programs, and acted as creative consultant to EA Sports for their WCW Mayhem video game designed for the Sony Saturn and N64 game systems. He also traveled the Nascar circuit as a WCW representative. Ted’s WCW contract expired in 1999, and since then, Ted has taken on new roles outside of professional wrestling. He is a spokesperson for the Sunshine Foundation, an organization that grants wishes for critically ill children, and has founded Heart of David Ministries (for which he travels the world as an evangelist furthering the Gospel of Jesus Christ). Also through Heart of David Ministries, Ted shares his prayer of hope all over America in motivational assemblies speaking out against the results of drug and alcohol abuse – warning America’s youth about the trap of being addicted to drugs and alcohol. He also encourages them to stay in school, set reachable goals and pay whatever price it takes to become the best that they can be. Ted’s speaking ministry is not focused only on youth. He actually has an even stronger message for “macho men” and struggling married couples. He speaks at men’s meetings, whole church congregations, and special events. He has started his own small federation which is run as an outreach of Heart of David Ministry. Along with this he is presently considering starting his own wrestling school.
Connect With Ted (and tell him you saw him on RISE!):
On His Website
Read More »
Check Out These Highlights: The Basketball Stunt Mentioned in the Interview, His Intro Song, Interview with Ted
Lead-Player-Ad_011213
STRTTTL Home Ad_011213
CAI Ad_011213
T5 Banner ad square_022013
Our Sponsors
Our Sponsors:
GoToMeeting is the simple way to collaborate online – and now it includes HDFaces™ high-definition video conferencing. Click here to try GoToMeeting free. Enter the promo code “RISE” for 45 days free on me (yay!).
Access your Mac or PC from anywhere – even with your iPad®. Click here to try GoToMyPC free. Enter the promo code “RISE” and you will get 45 days on me (double yay!).
