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In today’s society the elite athlete is revered, admired, even worshiped. And many of us would aspire to be more like our heroes. On Food of the Gods host Lindsay Berra speaks to athletes from leagues like the NFL, MLB, NBA, and Nascar, to professional surfing, the Olympics, and everywhere athletes strive for an edge. She explores a key question: What does it take? Could we eat like them, train like them and how exactly do our heroes drive themselves to peak performance? The takeaway will influence all of us to better understand what it takes to be a world class athlete, and what we can learn from them.
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Billy Horschel is a five-time winner on the PGA Tour and was the 2014 FedEx Cup champion. He has six Masters appearances and he gives credit to his personal fitness, strength and flexibility for unlocking his potential to compete at the highest level. A family guy, restauranteur and avid snowboarder, Billy continues to drive for success. Coming off of this month's exciting win at the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, with an eagle putt on the 15th hole, we wanted to revisit our interview with Billy. With this victory he moves to No. 10 in the FedExCup standings. Let's tee off with Billy Horschel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In these Crowd Pleaser editions of Food of the Gods we revisit some of our most popular episodes. Now as the third place Giants try to catch the Dodgers in the NL West we thought it a good time to listen again to this episode where Lindsay Berra connects with Leron Sarig, whose job it is to assess and manage the dietary needs of each Giants player. She travels with the team, consults with players, she even takes them grocery shopping and manages the menu in the clubhouse. We find out what it takes to keep up with player performance in the Major Leagues. Meet nutrition guru, Leron Sarig.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Left handed relief pitcher Tim Mayza with the Toronto Blue Jays is a daunting closer despite recent adversity. In 2018 he underwent Tommy John Surgery, more formally known as ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction. This procedure is used to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament inside the elbow. After 18 months of recovery Mayza is still throwing strikes in the MLB, dropping in his 90+ sinker. He chats with host Lindsay Berra about how he approaches the game today and what he's learned from his physical and emotional challenges. As one of our most popular episodes we wanted to share it again. Part 2 of a 2 part episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Left handed relief pitcher Tim Mayza with the Toronto Blue Jays is a daunting closer despite recent adversity. In 2018 he underwent Tommy John Surgery, more formally known as ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction. This procedure is used to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament inside the elbow. After 18 months of recovery Mayza is still throwing strikes in the MLB, dropping in his 90+ sinker. He chats with host Lindsay Berra about how he approaches the game today and what he's learned from his physical and emotional challenges. As one of our most popular episodes we wanted to share it again. Part 1 of a 2 part episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kelly Starrett, mobility coach and physical therapist revolutionized how professional athletes think about human movement and athletic performance. He helps the pros to resolve pain and prevent injury by optimizing how they move. An avid paddler, he and Lindsay Berra talk about how his wife survived a hippo attack on the Zambezi River in Africa and his experience paddling there, competitive class-five whitewater kayaking, problem solving at speed, along with how we can all be better optimizing our mobility. This episode is one of our most popular and so we wanted to share it again.Part 2 of a 2 part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kelly Starrett, mobility coach and physical therapist revolutionized how professional athletes think about human movement and athletic performance. He helps the pros to resolve pain and prevent injury by optimizing how they move. An avid paddler, he and Lindsay Berra talk about how his wife survived a hippo attack on the Zambezi River in Africa and his experience paddling there, competitive class-five whitewater kayaking, problem solving at speed, along with how we can all be better optimizing our mobility. This episode is one of our most popular and so we wanted to share it again.Part 1 of a 2 part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Explore the power of mindset relative to sports performance in Major League Baseball. Justin Su'a is a sports psychologist who works with the Rays players to make sure they have the right mental approach to the game. He explains how to use visualization, and managing their internal dialogue, among other tactics, for better focus and resilience. Awareness and normalization of the voice in your head results in a more healthy relationship with thoughts. It's a fascinating conversation with host Lindsay Berra about how thinking can elevate performance. We are sharing this popular Gurus Episode again as the 2nd place Rays face the 1st place Yankees in a Memorial Dat Weekend four game set. Part two of a two part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Explore the power of mindset relative to sports performance in Major League Baseball. Justin Su'a is a sports psychologist who works with the Rays players to make sure they have the right mental approach to the game. He explains how to use visualization, and managing their internal dialogue, among other tactics, for better focus and resilience. Awareness and normalization of the voice in your head results in a more healthy relationship with thoughts. It's a fascinating conversation with host Lindsay Berra about how thinking can elevate performance. We are sharing this popular Gurus Episode again as the 2nd place Rays face the 1st place Yankees in a Memorial Dat Weekend four game set. Part one of a two part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this Crowd Pleaser Edition we revisit Lindsay's conversation with the legendary Jimmie Johnson. As he prepares to run his first INDY 500 on May 29th at the historic Brickyard in Indianapolis, we wanted to share how Jimmie has made the transition from NASCAR. The racing veteran and 7-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion, now drives the #48 Honda with Chip Ganassi Racing. Jimmie Johnson is a rookie to INDY and he talks with host Lindsay Berra about how it differs from NASCAR and what changes he has made to be ready for the speed of INDY. Away from the track, Jimmie focuses on his family and rigorous fitness regimen. He's competed in numerous half-marathons, triathlons and a half Ironman and he competed in the Boston Marathon in 2019, finishing with a time of 3:09:07. Listen now to find out why he works so hard and what drives his competitive edge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eb Samuel is a certified trainer and Fitness Director for Men's Health Magazine. He's head of training innovation at FlexIt Fitness and he has over 330,000 followers on Instagram. Through his social media he shares training ideas, tips and workouts to empower people to be stronger, fitter and better prepared for life. When the zombie apocalypse arrives, Eb will be ready. Part two of a two part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eb Samuel is a certified trainer and Fitness Director for Men's Health Magazine. He's head of training innovation at FlexIt Fitness and he has over 330,000 followers on Instagram. Through his social media he shares training ideas, tips and workouts to empower people to be stronger, fitter and better prepared for life. When the zombie apocalypse arrives, Eb will be ready. Part one of a two part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rob Kearney is the self-proclaimed World's Strongest Gay, and former holder of the American record in the log press. He's the official 2020 Pound-For-Pound World's Strongest Man. In 2021 Rob overcame his battle with cancer and has made a full recovery. His children's book titled, Strong will be released on May 10th. And look for his signature rainbow mohawk as he competes in the 2022 World's Strongest Man competition on May 24th in Sacramento. Part two of a two part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rob Kearney is the self-proclaimed World's Strongest Gay, and former holder of the American record in the log press. He's the official 2020 Pound-For-Pound World's Strongest Man. In 2021 Rob overcame his battle with cancer and has made a full recovery. His children's book titled, Strong will be released on May 10th. And look for his signature rainbow mohawk as he competes in the 2022 World's Strongest Man competition on May 24th in Sacramento. Part one of a two part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
American middle distance runner, Emma Coburn specializes in the Steeplechase. At the 2017 World Championships in London, Emma won the 3000 meter steeplechase with a time of 9:02.58, breaking her own American record. Previously, she set an American record of 9:07.63 in the same event to win a bronze medal at the 2016 Olympic Games. And she's She is a nine-time (2011, 2012, 2014-2019, and 2021) US National Champion. Emma runs seven days a week but also finds time to be a foodie and author of a cookbook, The Runner's Kitchen. Part two of a two part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
American middle distance runner, Emma Coburn specializes in the Steeplechase. At the 2017 World Championships in London, Emma won the 3000 meter steeplechase with a time of 9:02.58, breaking her own American record. Previously, she set an American record of 9:07.63 in the same event to win a bronze medal at the 2016 Olympic Games. And she's She is a nine-time (2011, 2012, 2014-2019, and 2021) US National Champion. Emma runs seven days a week but also finds time to be a foodie and author of a cookbook, The Runner's Kitchen. Part one of a two part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Heidi oversees the Performance Nutrition program at The Juilliard School and the School of American Ballet where she has introduced a sports performance model. She has consulted with numerous Broadway Shows including Hamilton, and she continues to see individuals at The Women’s Sports Medicine Center at Hospital for Special Surgery. Prior, Heidi worked with the The NY Knicks Basketball Team, NY Giants Football team, the NY Mets Baseball organization and has worked with the NHL, MLS, WNBA, Olympic competitors, professional cyclists, marathoners, and collegiate athletes.
Heidi's latest book The Whole Body Reset (Simon & Schuster) is co-authored w/ Steve Perrine. Heidi also authored Grill Yourself Skinny and is co-author of Nutrient Timing for Peak Performance: The right food, the right time, the right results and The Reverse Diet: Lose Weight By Eating Dinner for Breakfast and Breakfast for Dinner. Part two of a two part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Heidi oversees the Performance Nutrition program at The Juilliard School and the School of American Ballet where she has introduced a sports performance model. She has consulted with numerous Broadway Shows including Hamilton, and she continues to see individuals at The Women’s Sports Medicine Center at Hospital for Special Surgery. Heidi has also worked with the The NY Knicks Basketball Team, NY Giants Football team, the NY Mets Baseball organization and has worked with the NHL, MLS, WNBA, Olympic competitors, professional cyclists, marathoners, and collegiate athletes.
Heidi's latest book The Whole Body Reset (Simon & Schuster) is co-authored w/ Steve Perrine. Heidi also authored Grill Yourself Skinny and is co-author of Nutrient Timing for Peak Performance: The right food, the right time, the right results and The Reverse Diet: Lose Weight By Eating Dinner for Breakfast and Breakfast for Dinner. Part one of a two part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Canadian-American bobsledder, Kaillie Humphries was named to the U.S. bobsledding team for the Beijing Winter Olympics in February 2022, two months after she became a naturalized United States citizen, and won gold in the monobob event. Making her the only woman in Olympic history to win 2 gold medals for different nations and the winningest female bobsledder in Olympic history. She talks about her journey to the bobsled, her rigorous training, and her experience at the Oscars Vanity Fair Party, plus her affinity for baking. Enjoy part two of a two part episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Canadian-American bobsledder, Kaillie Humphries was named to the U.S. bobsledding team for the Beijing Winter Olympics in February 2022, two months after she became a naturalized United States citizen, and won gold in the monobob event. Making her the only woman in Olympic history to win 2 gold medals for different nations and the winningest female bobsledder in Olympic history. She talks about her journey to the bobsled, her rigorous training, and her experience at the Oscars Vanity Fair Party, plus her affinity for baking. Enjoy part one of a two part episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former NBA great Charles Oakley played 19 seasons with the Bulls, Knicks, Raptors, Rockets, and Wizards. He talks about his current book, The Last Enforcer - his unfiltered tales of life in the NBA, relationships, family and he calls it a recipe to his life. At 58 he is still in game shape, and talks with host Lindsay Berra about his philosophy on food and exercise. Charles says "if you're not moving you're in quicksand."' This is part one of a two part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Interesting background on how the pros eat, train and how closely monitored the process is.
Great insight on what these athletes eat and how they train. Ain’t no weekend warriors!