In this episode, Kyle Bernier interviews Michael Kummer, an Austrian health and fitness expert. They discuss Michael's journey into health and fitness, including his experience as a sprint champion and his transition to a healthier lifestyle. They explore the concepts of pushing past mental limits in physical activity and the benefits of different dietary approaches, such as paleo, keto, and carnivore. Michael also shares his thoughts on the consumption of vegetables and the importance of quality food. The conversation concludes with a discussion on homesteading and the impact it has had on Michael's family. In this conversation, Kyle Bernier and Michael Kummer discuss various topics related to health and wellness. They touch on the importance of understanding where our food comes from and the impact of our food choices on animals and the environment. They also discuss the five main things to focus on for optimal health: sleep, diet, exercise, stress management, and the avoidance of environmental toxins. They emphasize the benefits of walking, grounding, and community for overall well-being. They also talk about the benefits of organ meats and the supplements offered by Michael's company, MKSupps.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Michael's Background

01:26Pushing Past Mental Limits in Physical Activity

08:22Exploring Different Dietary Approaches

12:54The Nuances of Vegetable Consumption

19:30The Benefits and Challenges of Homesteading

27:57Understanding the Impact of Food Choices on Animals and the Environment

30:22The Five Main Things for Optimal Health

33:25The Benefits of Walking and Grounding

37:21The Importance of Community and Spiritual Practices

49:09The Nutritional Benefits of Organ Meats and MKSupps Supplements

In this conversation, Kyle and Cody Bernier discuss their experiences living together and navigating injuries. They talk about their different athletic abilities and how they approached training. Cody shares his experiences with injuries, including tearing his meniscus and labrum, and the mental and emotional challenges that come with being sidelined. They discuss the importance of having multiple hobbies and relationships outside of athletics, and how injuries can be a blessing in disguise by forcing personal growth and diversification. In this conversation, Kody and Kyle discuss the importance of maximizing each day based on one's current abilities, the role of pain in guiding workouts, the mental aspect of injuries, the value of community support, and the power of choosing oneself. They also touch on the benefits of physical training and the slow process of personal growth.

00:00Living Together and Memorable Moments

06:15Navigating Injuries and Mental Challenges

13:24Diversifying Hobbies and Relationships

16:16Opportunities for Growth and Learning

19:35Maximizing Each Day

20:11Let Pain Be Your Guide

21:19Injuries and Self-Doubt

22:44The Power of Community

23:08Choosing Yourself

25:30The Slow Process of Personal Growth

26:26Physical Training

27:32Focus on What's Important

In this episode of the Strain Forward Podcast, host Kyle Bernier interviews Tyler Klipa, a strength and conditioning coach at the high school level. They discuss the importance of building relationships with athletes, the structure of training programs, and the role of sport specificity. Tyler emphasizes the value of slow-cooking athlete development and focusing on the foundational aspects of training. He also highlights the significance of speed training and the need for sport coaches to tailor workouts to specific positions. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships and creating a comprehensive training program for high school athletes. In this conversation, Klip discusses his approach to coaching and training athletes, emphasizing the importance of starting with basic movements and gradually progressing to more advanced exercises. He also shares his perspective on the essential exercises someone should do for the rest of their life, including front squats, strict pull-ups, and sprinting. Klip then shifts the conversation to the topic of family and how he prioritizes being a present father and husband. He emphasizes the importance of fostering relationships with his wife and children and finding ways to navigate tough times. Klip concludes by sharing his daily practice of being excited to see his family when he comes home.