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Mountain Wellness PodcastUnderstanding Your Purpose and Your 'Why'" - Mikes Personal Trainer Digs into What MattersMike and Corey Connect with Josh Barum to Uncover How His Training Mindset Transformed Mike's Prep for This Season's Mt. Whitney 1-Day 22 mile Challenge2024-07-031h 03
Mountain Wellness PodcastJohn Minor - Don't Try and Stop MeExploring the path to a fulfilling life, Mike and Corey engage in a conversation with John Minor on the vital elements of longevity. Mike, inspired by John's triumph over his fear of heights on Mt Whitney at 14,000 ft, discovers the significance of incorporating weight training into one's life for an enhanced quality of life.2024-02-211h 32
Mountain Wellness PodcastFrom Pounds Lost to Miles Gained: Kelby Garman's Inspiring Wellness JourneyExplore the extraordinary transformation of Kelby Garman in this Mountain Wellness Podcast episode. Hosts Corey Reed and Mike Maina take you on a journey from weight loss to trail running triumphs. Delve into the psychology of Kelby's 100-pound transformation, emphasizing the significance of family, friends, and community support. Gain valuable insights as Corey, Kelby's coach, imparts practical tips on performance breath work, recovery, nutrition, and strength training. Join us for a compelling narrative of self-optimization, personal growth, and conquering mountain challenges. This episode is a source of inspiration, motivation, and practical advice for mountain athletes and wellness enthusiasts alike. 🏃♂️🏔️2024-01-231h 27Mountain Wellness Podcast"Unlocking the Secrets to Longevity: The Shocking Truth Revealed in the Life Insurance Report 2023!"Embark on a journey with Corey and Mike as they dissect the factors driving the 2023 mortality surge in Episode Two of the Mountain Wellness Podcast. Gain insights into historical context, financial implications for insurers, and global perspectives. Gary's expertise in "Bio-Hacking" and "Functional Medicine" provides actionable health advice, covering exercise benefits, red light therapy, sunlight exposure, nutrient optimization, and methylation tests. Explore the complexities of long COVID-19 impact and insurers' responses, emphasizing proactive mortality risk management. The episode concludes with impactful insights, encouraging listeners to prioritize well-being. Stay tuned for more episodes on this transformative wellness journey!2023-12-061h 05Mountain Wellness PodcastStress Resilience - The Breathing Tool You Need!Mike and Corey Talk about the respiratory system and how it is closely linked to the body's stress response, and stress can have a significant impact on breathing patterns and overall respiratory health. When the body experiences stress, the sympathetic nervous system is activated, triggering a series of physiological changes known as the "fight-or-flight" response. This response prepares the body for physical exertion or danger, and it can also affect the respiratory system in several ways.2023-11-201h 06Mountain Wellness PodcastMt. Whitney - No Fall Zones - Snow Bridges - Risk Mitigation - Extreme low 02 levelsDo you cross a snow bridge with water running underneath in a no-fall zone? with or without proper gear? The dreaded headache at 12,500 Feet with no acclimatization. Broken sleep, Gastrointestinal issues from altitude. How the right gear can make you feel safe even though the reality is you're untrained.2023-08-281h 33Mountain Wellness PodcastStay Out Of The Sun! What? - Why Sunlight is Actually Good For You!How to work with sunlight for optimal health and longevity.2023-07-151h 25Mountain Wellness PodcastDo you need the gym?Corey and Mike discuss how the Kettlebell has transformed their routines and much more!2023-05-221h 31Mountain Wellness PodcastKeyes To LongevitySpecial guest and best-selling author Adam Hart reveals one of the keys to longevity. 2023-04-171h 16Mountain Wellness PodcastWhat Matters To You Most?Corey and Mike examine how to get clear on the essential things in your life.2023-04-031h 01Mountain Wellness PodcastDo You Need A Morning Routine?Mike and Corey look at the most important tools to jump-start your day. 2023-02-271h 10Mountain Wellness PodcastCoach Educator - Emily Hightower - Mastery of the Stress Response - Disrupting Limits - Aligning With NatureAs an Educator and Coach at SH/FT, Emily Hightower leverages her expertise in the neurophysiology of trauma and resilience to help clients master their stress response and improve their quality of life. By combining over 25 years of experience as a breathing expert, yoga instructor, river guide, and wilderness EMT, Emily empowers high performers to disrupt limits, align with nature, and heal their bodies and minds.2023-02-131h 32Mountain Wellness PodcastBrian Mckenzie - Human Performance Specialist - Pioneering work in optimizing human health and performanceBrians's protocols have been used to accelerate and raise mental and physical performance in world-class Olympic and professional athletes, top executives, and elite military operators, as well as to improve the health of people suffering from various chronic and pathological issues. 2023-01-301h 51
Mountain Wellness PodcastEasy Metabolic Reset for 2023 Going Fast!Mike hides his cinnamon roll as Corey breaks down an easy-to-follow, metabolic reset. This four week package will launch your metabolism into a fat-burning machine.https://www.mountainwellnesslife.com/pages/health-performance-coachingWhat you get: 1. FOUR consecutive weekly coaching sessions with Corey. These can be in person at the Recovery Den or remote telehealth. 2. Our Mountain Wellness Daily Essentials nutritional supplement bundle includes: * Thorne Creatine * Pure Encapsulations Essential Aminos * Celtic Salt * Natural Vitality Calm * ProOmega EPA+DHA fish oil * Grass Fed Whey- pick Chocolate or Vanilla 3. Unlimited text s...2023-01-091h 01
Mountain Wellness PodcastBest Moments of 2022!Mike and Corey recall a crazy year with the best moments from thought leaders and world champions. Plus, Corey and I, when things get out of control in the mountains.2022-12-191h 01
Mountain Wellness PodcastJust Eat the Damn Christmas Cookie!After years of pursuing health and wellness, Mike and Corey have learned just to eat the damn cookie!2022-12-051h 05
Mountain Wellness PodcastHow to Self-Optimize Your Health and LongevityThe Mountain Wellness team begins their journey with InsideTracker to further self optimization and longevity. 2022-11-211h 12
Mountain Wellness PodcastDeep Survival - Who Lives, Who dies, and Why."Mike and Corey exchange experiences as they profile the book "Deep Survival," Who Lives, Who dies, and Why by author Lawrence Gonzales. 1. Be here now—no other thought than the present. Keep an up-to-date mental model of changing conditions.2. Everything takes eight times as long as it’s supposed to. It’s the friction rule.3. Mistake - Make a plan and worship the plan despite changing conditions. More and more effort will somehow overcome the friction.4. The more complex the plan for overcoming friction, the worse things get.5. "We live like fish in an a...2022-11-0759 min
Mountain Wellness PodcastNick Heath Ph.D. - The Breathing DiabeticWhy do we take respiratory performance seriously? You will hear from breathing expert Nick Heath in this episode, who has benefited from his breathwork practice to reduce the effects of diabetes. 2022-10-181h 12
Mountain Wellness PodcastDavis Hermes - Freestyle Highline World ChampionAt the GoPro Mountain Games, Corey and Mike are captivated by Davis Hermes's trajectory before he becomes a world champion. At twelve years old, Davis found his calling in the world of slackline. By twenty-two years old, he takes the world champion freestyle Highline in Switzerland. 2022-10-031h 01
Mountain Wellness PodcastMark Divine - Retired Navy Seal Commander, NYT Best Selling Author, Leadership Training. Founder of SealFitA generation has leaders, and we believe Mark Divine is one of the best. Whether pursuing purpose, mindset, resilience, or being of service to humanity at the highest levels, this conversation has it all.https://sealfit.com/https://www.amazon.com/s?k=staring+down+the+wolf&i=stripbooks&ref=nb_sb_nossNYT Bestseller, WSJ Bestseller, and #1 Amazon for booksRanked the #1 trainee of SEAL BUDS/class number 170Served nine years on active duty and 11 years as a Reserve Seal, retiring as Commander in 2011SEALFIT has helped thousands transform their lives, both online and on-site in...2022-09-051h 48
Mountain Wellness PodcastWorld Champion Kayaker Nick Troutman - The Mountain MindsetMike and Corey find out what it takes to launch off an 80-foot waterfall as Nick Troutman takes us inside his preparation for freestyle Kayaking.2022-08-151h 44
Mountain Wellness PodcastMark Healey - Legendary Big Wave Surfer, Free Diver, Spearfisherman, Conservationist.Mark has dove as deep as 135 feet, all on a single breath of air. An astounding breath hold of six minutes underwater. “As a waterman, Mark is unrivaled,” says big-wave icon Laird Hamilton. “When it comes to riding giant waves, diving deep, and hunting fish, he’s the total package—unique even among us.”2022-08-021h 23
Mountain Wellness PodcastIt all Falls Apart on the John Muir TrailCorey Reed makes another round with COVID, while Mike, who believes he's mastered the backcountry, gets humbled on the John Muir Trail.2022-08-011h 00
Mountain Wellness PodcastMt. Whitney - Dangerous 02 levels at the Summit 14,508 Elevation.Corey gets the low down. In another attempt at the Mt. Whitney Summit, 14,508 Oxygen saturation levels dropped to as low as 75% as Mike and the athlete team worked to raise oxygen saturation levels. Bear encounters, Crazy Jack, Mike, John, Chad, Seth, and Jonathan all make summiting another unforgettable experience.2022-07-221h 23Mountain Wellness PodcastLung Capacity - The Key to Endurance and LongevityEndurance - The ability or strength to continue or last, especially despite fatigue, stress, or other adverse conditions. Mike and Corey wrap up with the third biomarker from their premiere online respiratory performance online course. Oxygen utilization is foundational to the mountain athlete in all endeavors.2022-07-0457 minMountain Wellness PodcastGoPro Games Vail - Athletes First Look At Moutain Wellness Performance BreathworkMike and Corey share their foundation for human performance beginning with the highest oxygen transfer possible. Oxygen powers every muscle, cell, and vital organ in the body. Simply put we can potentially raise an athlete's performance by as much as 20% with our closed balanced system.2022-06-2058 min
Mountain Wellness PodcastMountain Wellness® Performance Breathwork Series - Force RateLINK: Mountain Wellness Performance BreathworkMike and Corey are off to the GoPro Mountain Games Vail to introduce their proprietary Closed Balanced System of breathing for the first time.2022-06-0846 minMountain Wellness PodcastMountain Wellness® Performance Breathwork - Series CO2 Tolerance, why you need it.Mike and Corey dive into the world of carbon dioxide to explain the vital connection to the oxygen in your system. This is a game changer!2022-06-0140 min
Mountain Wellness PodcastThe Governor's Cup 48th Marathon - June 11 - 2022Registration link: https://govcupmt.com/ Mike and Corey get the run down on the biggest race in Montana from director Bryan Haines and elite athlete coordinator Jesse Zentz. See the link in this post for registration and you can support your local montanans community June 11, 2022.2022-05-3043 min
Mountain Wellness PodcastMountain Wellness® Performance Breathwork Launches at the GoPro Mountain GamesMike and Corey with the support of a great team effort put the gas pedal to the floor to Make it to this years 2022 GoPro Mountain Games in Vail C0. Looking back Corey recognizes Mountain Wellness was born at the GoPro Mountain Games. 2022-05-2049 min
Mountain Wellness PodcastElkhorn Endurance Run - (50M, 50k, 13.1M)Registration link: https://hurlelkhorn.com/ It's time to dust of those shoes and get after it! Mike and Corey talk to John Hallsten and John Fitzgerald from the Helena Ultra Runners League (HURL). 2022-04-2048 min
Mountain Wellness PodcastIs There A Better Way to Drink Your Coffee? Why do Sherpa's put butter in their coffee at high altitude? Is there mold in coffee? In pursuit of raw energy, Mike and Corey dig into the complex world of coffee. 2022-04-041h 01Mountain Wellness PodcastYour Journey Into BreathworkMike and Corey dig into the foundation of human performance.2022-03-2156 minMountain Wellness PodcastHow to Address Knee Pain and Recover from Knee InjuriesIt’s winter! Mountain athletes are knee deep in fresh pow pow! But even for the pro skier knee injuries lurk around every turn. Corey Reed founder of mountain wellness gives us the inside scoop to help bombproof the knees.2022-03-0151 min
Mountain Wellness PodcastMountain Stories - Code Brown EmergencyWhen nature calls.2022-02-071h 03
Mountain Wellness PodcastMountain Athlete RecoveryAfter Mike and Corey experience COVID -19 they share their experiences of top recovery protocols. 2022-01-241h 16Mountain Wellness Podcast2022 Begins!As Corey waits for his scent to return after a bout with COVID, Mike begins a russian protocol in his sauna.2022-01-031h 01
Mountain Wellness PodcastGeorge Dallam PhD - Breathing for High PerformanceMike and Corey talk high performance breathwork with Dr. George Dallam PhD. George is an exercise physiologist at Colorado State University Pueblo and former US national triathlon coach of elite athletes. George and his research team have done some of the early research on the benefits of nasal breathing for athletic performance.2021-12-131h 47
Mountain Wellness PodcastKelly Gores - Co-create the life you wantHeal and create the life you want with Kelly Gores. Documentary filmmaker, Author, and podcast host.2021-11-2258 min
Mountain Wellness PodcastEmily Hightower - Intrinsic Way, Shift Adapt - A new approach to managing your stressThis week, we spoke with human performance coach, Emily Hightower. Emily takes an integrative science based approach with her clients combining embodied movement, yoga, nutrition, bio feedback, and what she calls, medicinal breath work. Emily is recognized as one of the top performance breathwork coaches, working alongside founders of The Art of Breath, Brian McKenzie and Rob Orlando. Emily is especially passionate about high performers that have been exposed to trauma, teaching them Intrinsic skills to develop stress resilience. Emily is an avid skier, bow hunter, and level IV Whitewater kayak teacher and calls Baselt, CO home.2021-11-011h 33Mountain Wellness PodcastWhy Intermittent Fast?Fast track to a healthy winter. Corey breaks down the best way to eat for health and longevity. Mike worries about his food during an 8 hour feeding window.2021-10-191h 16Mountain Wellness PodcastHow to become metabollicaly flexible and optimize cellular metabolism for mountain athletesThis week we're talking fueling, nutrition, and how to develop metabolic flexibility. 2021-10-041h 03
Mountain Wellness PodcastMoose Mutlow Author "When Accidents Happen" Search and Rescue(Resources below) When we think of the mountains, we think of our playground and a place we find solitude, but the other side that we don’t give much thought about is when adventures go bad and The individuals that show up if something goes wrong. On this episode, we talk to Moose Mutlow. Moose has been a member and senior trainer at Yosemite search and rescue since 2002, which is one of the busiest SAR operations in the world. He has over 2000 days of field instruction in a wilderness setting; Moose also is the lead trainer for the family liaiso...2021-09-151h 28
Mountain Wellness PodcastKurt Wedberg Mountaineer Founder of Sierra Mountain International Inc.Kurt founded Sierra Mountaineering International, Inc. (Link) in the fall of 1995 after returning from his first of three successful expeditions to Mt. Everest. With over 40 years of mountaineering experience in the Sierra Kurt has also guided 120+ expeditions to high peaks in Africa, Alaska, the Alps, Antarctica, Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, Indonesia, Mexico, Nepal, Peru, Russia, Tibet, and Turkey. He completed the Seven Summits in the Summer of 2012 after summiting Carstensz Pyramid in Indonesia. Kurt runs Sierra Mountaineering International, Inc. from his hometown of Bishop, CA along the slopes of the beautiful Eastern Sierra.2021-09-061h 07Mountain Wellness PodcastCalifornia to MontanaMike visits the Mountain Wellness Recovery Den in Helena Montana for the first time. 2021-08-301h 01
Mountain Wellness PodcastRose Grant - XC Pro Mountain Biker and 2021 Leadville 100 ChampionRose Grant, defending champion and winner of the 2021 Leadville 100 Mountain bike race, sits down with us just before the race and takes us inside her intense training and high risk strategies to dominate the sport. 2021-08-151h 09
Mountain Wellness PodcastFour Time World Champion Pro Slack Liner - Tricky Mickey WilsonMountain stoke at it's best! YouTube video at 3:57 will blow your mind. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lw6EhqSQb1UMountain athlete Tricky Mickey Wilson joins us this week and takes us into the intense yet calm world of slack line. 2021-08-091h 22Mountain Wellness PodcastElite Human Performance Coach - Kenny KaneYouTube https://youtu.be/OuLtKI6AdRc Close friend Kenny Kane shares with us what defines an athlete, what seasonal training is, and why it is essential to know your purpose for training. 2021-08-021h 21
Mountain Wellness PodcastMt. Whitney 14,505 ELEV - Avoiding Catastrophe YouTube link: video series 1 -6 Mt Whitney summit video Without fully understanding what was about to unfold and how truly difficult the challenge would be, Mike with his son Cameron and friend John Minor attempt to Summit Mt. Whitney in a day. Altitude sickness, forest fires, digestion issue, all complicate the one day 21 hour marathon adventure. Corey prepares daily for the Impact Montana Warrior race even though they are not briefed on the obstacles until a day before it begins. 2021-07-191h 22
Mountain Wellness PodcastMt. Whitney 14,505 ELEV - ChecklistMike is off to climb Mt. Whitney checklist in the Eastern Sierras, but before he set's off, he discusses his training program, fueling strategies, and gear load with Corey. If you have ever wanted to hike Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the lower 48, this episode will get you ready to perform like a Himalayan Sherpa and have your gear dialed like a special operator.2021-07-051h 05Mountain Wellness PodcastRecap of the GoPro Mountain Games Vail ColoradoIt's a wild ride as Mike and Corey land In Vail Colorado to do brand activation for Lycored and Mountain Wellness. Follow us on Instagram to see the athletes in action and to hear stories from the epic week. 2021-06-211h 10Mountain Wellness PodcastEastern Sierras Mountain AdventureMike and Corey Head into the Eastern Sierras high country for some new Mountain Wellness imagery and production work. Show Notes:Go Pro Mountain GamesElixerFat Fuel2021-06-071h 03
Mountain Wellness PodcastGoPro Mountain Games are on!Mike and Corey head to Vail Colorado to the GoPro mountain games! It’s been almost 3 years since since Corey Reed competed in his first GoPro Mountain Games in Vail, Colorado. As one of three Lycored Wellness Ambassadors we set out to help fellow outdoor adventure and mountain athletes and spectators rediscover their inner being by participating in our afternoon Blindfold Family Fitness Challenges and morning Blindfold Fitness Workouts and writing a Letter of Love to themself. In a few weeks hundreds of athletes, including myself, will gather in the Rocky Mountains, anxious and excited for the ret...2021-05-2450 min
Mountain Wellness PodcastThe Obstacle Is The WayTrauma bonding, Mike prepping for a Mt. Whitney climb, and Corey signing up for his first adventure race all in this weeks episode on the Mountain Wellness Podcast. 2021-05-101h 09
Mountain Wellness PodcastMountain Athlete Meets Recovery DenDon’t miss this one! Special guest and former marine, Mike Elliot, who trains with Corey Reed at the recovery den, shares his story as a mountain athlete. Mike takes us on a journey from being some of the first marines on the ground after 911, the invasion of Iraq, to his hard fought transition back into civilian life. Helping Mike redefine his purpose, Corey, family and friends all work together to help him feel connected while achieving new goals. 2021-04-261h 00
Mountain Wellness PodcastEssential Minerals and HydrationIn this episode Mike and Corey talk about the importance of having your essential minerals in balance and how to optimize hydration.2021-04-121h 26
Mountain Wellness PodcastInfrared - Heat TherapyCorey and Mike deep dive into their personal experiences with heat therapy and how it can benefit you .2021-03-2958 minMountain Wellness PodcastCorey Reed EP 3Corey Reed Story The conclusion to one of the most difficult life challenges anyone may ever face. Corey Reed looks back and sees the gifts along the way that helped reshape his future. Mountain Wellness2021-03-152h 26
Mountain Wellness PodcastMeet Jessie Coomer - Personal Trainer, Breathwork Practitioner, AuthorJessie Coomer makes a special appearance this week on the Mountain Wellness Podcast. Mike and Corey dig into his past and learn how he found and developed his practice to heal himself and then used those results to help others. A true story you wouldn't expect!2021-02-281h 13
Mountain Wellness PodcastCorey Reed Episode 2Corey Reed Story In 2005 after a heavy night of partying Corey was involved in a Traumatic car accident which left him a blind amputee. Corey discusses with Mike in depth The details of that tragic night and talks about what it was like waking up from a coma blind and with no leg. Strap in for intense eyewitness accounts as Corey Reed battles for his life in this in Depth Podcast. Featuring: Paramedic Nathan Wilmarth And Mike Reed 2021-02-151h 53Mountain Wellness PodcastCorey Reed's Story Episode 1Link: Corey Reed The Mountain Wellness story unfolds as Corey Reed leaves nothing off the table In this first epic episode of his youth growing up in Southern California. Baseball, Firefighters, and yup even Sylvester Stallone story's in this epic ride!2021-02-012h 23
Mountain Wellness PodcastThriving in WinterWinter has some interesting effects on our biology, in particular the exposure to more artificial light and less natural light due to the fact we just spend more time inside. In this episode Mike and Corey talk about the beneficial effects of natural sunlight and the destructive effects of indoor lighting and give you some bio hacks to upgrade your performance through the winter months.2021-01-1858 min
Mountain Wellness PodcastReflections on 2020Happy New Year! Pull up a chair with Mike and Corey as they reflect on 2020. They talk about how the pandemic inspired them to start the podcast, why maintaining a positive mindset and being willing to adapt and overcome, will keep you moving forward even during these uncertain times.2021-01-041h 06Mountain Wellness PodcastMountain stories with Rob BueschenIn this episode long time friend Rob Bueschen comes on the show for the second edition of mountain stories. Corey gets lost on his way to the recovery den which triggers Mike to send out a search and rescue party. They have some good laughs reminiscing about a Rock climbing adventure they all went on in the Eastern Sierra Nevada mountains and are reminded why you choose your climbing partners wisely.2020-12-2157 min
Mountain Wellness PodcastThe New Mountain Athlete Recovery DenIn this episode Corey records for the first time at the new Mountain Wellness recovery den. They reflect on some of moments that led him to this point and share some great stories that happen along the way.2020-12-071h 17
Mountain Wellness PodcastCOVID 19 - Flu seasonCorey and Mike give you strategies to prepare for an unprecedented pandemic and flu season, while Corey is in an all out effort to finish the new mountain athlete recovery den. Corey explains how natural sunlight can play a role in defending against viruses. Mike talks about how some hospitals treat your lung recovery after COVID- 19. Can breathwork improve your odds?2020-11-231h 01
Mountain Wellness PodcastRecovery for Mountain AthletesIn this episode Mike and Corey give some recovery tips for mountain athletes. They talk about how to address soft tissue injuries, why strength training is important, how to address aches and pains on the trail, the importance of electrolyte mineral balance, and give some self mobility tips you can do at home.2020-11-011h 13
Mountain Wellness PodcastBackcountry Video ProductionWhat’s the best camera for backcountry travel? What’s just as important as the camera you pick? When is the best time to shoot? Corey and Mike take you back to the beginning of their ten year friendship. Corey needed a camera guy and Mike had just bought a camera. They share their audio video background and give you some great tips on how to film in the backcountry. Checkout some of their latest videos here: https://www.youtube.com/channel /UCdbU9CbBLQxcDndX9mNfVVA https://vimeo.com/ridewithcore2020-10-191h 11
Mountain Wellness PodcastThe Evolution of Risk Corey works on the ultimate client experience as construction continues on the new Mountain Wellness recovery den in Helena Montana. Mike heads to Ojai CA to get some mountaineering instruction so he can begin climbing routes again. They both reminisce and talk about mitigating risk in The backcountry and the evolution of risk for the mountain athlete.2020-10-051h 16Mountain Wellness PodcastNutritional KetosisIn this episode you will learn what it means to be in nutritional ketosis. Corey and Mike talk about how it can benefit mountain athletes with performance and overall longevity. They talk about the shortfalls of the keto diet, why you might want to start intermittent fasting, and give some fueling strategies you can start implementing to achieve nutritional ketosis.2020-09-211h 33
Mountain Wellness PodcastTake your fat to the next level!Corey and Mike shift gears from the previous episodes and jump into some health and performance talk. Corey drops some knowledge bombs on how mountain athletes can utilize fat to increase performance and overall longevity. They discuss avoiding vegetable oils at all cost, what fats you should be consuming, and give some tips on how to get more healthy fats in your diet.2020-09-081h 16
Mountain Wellness PodcastElkhorn Mountains Montana It's all happening at once! Corey and Mike introduce https://youtu.be/_TA51ymj1xE Dawnell Fuller as the new event coordinator for Mountain Wellness and she executes a daring plan to change event locations just day's before the event. Corey finishes moving just in time for Mike's arrival to Montana. While the Mountain Wellness retreat is happening Corey is in the middle of lease negotiations on a larger Mountain Wellness Recovery Den. Corey and Mike are stunned by what Dawnell manages to pull off for the retreat.2020-08-2035 min
Mountain Wellness PodcastWindstorms and HailAdventuring episode! Corey learns the details of an extended backcountry trip Mike took on the John Muir Trail. With the group underfed and out of toilet paper, Mike shares how the beginning of the fast-pace trip created a few trip ending issues that had to be addressed. 2020-08-031h 23
Mountain Wellness PodcastMountain StoriesSince we don’t get the option of sitting around a campfire with friends sharing our favorite adventure stories, we thought why not bring it to the podcast! Grab your favorite drink and sit back and relax. It’s time for the first edition of mountain stories with Corey and Mike. They both share personal stories of bear encounters, Corey getting caught in a blizzard on a backcountry snowmobiling trip in Grand Mesa Colorado, and much more! Bonus: find the bear in the image above approaching our camp.2020-07-201h 13
Mountain Wellness PodcastMetabolic flexibilityIn this episode, Corey and Mike discuss nutrition, Fueling strategies, and the overall importance of metabolic flexibility for mountain athletes. Corey talks about why we should not rely on one particular diet but instead understand how macro nutrients are metabolized and are used for different Energy demands.2020-07-131h 07Mountain Wellness PodcastMountain Wellness Update - Class 5 Insane Rafting TripIn this episode, Corey and Mike talk about Corey’s unique experience coaching an international corporate wellness seminar on breath work, the expansion of the Mountain Wellness Recovery Den, and Mike’s upcoming backpacking trip where he’s attempting 80 miles on the John Muir trail in the Eastern Sierra Nevada mountains with only a month to train. Corey's insane raft trip at 44 minutes in.2020-06-291h 11
Mountain Wellness PodcastBreathworkBreathwork is a powerful tool for optimizing health and performance for mountain athletes. In this episode, Corey and Mike discuss their personal relationship with breathwork, The importance of high tolerance to carbon dioxide as it relates to high elevation, The benefits of nasal breathing, and how you might start incorporating it into your training https://youtu.be/8e9CUz_z1H0. 2020-06-151h 18
Mountain Wellness PodcastMorning RoutineIn this episode, Corey and Mike break down their morning routine. They talk movement, hydration, nutrition, supplementation, breath work, personal development tactics, and morning rituals. 2020-06-051h 00
Mountain Wellness PodcastMountain Wellness ChallengeIn this episode, Corey and Mike discuss their experiences on the first annual Mountain Wellness adventure challenge. The challenge was a three day Alpine backpacking trip on the 20 Lakes Basin Trail in the Sierra Nevada mountains that took place last August. They break down what it was like planning the trip, how they prepared and trained leading up to it, and some great moments on their adventure. Make sure to check out the bonus video footage on the Mountain Wellness YouTube Channel. https://youtu.be/6AfgHPTlAuI 2020-06-021h 06
Mountain Wellness PodcastThe Fourth PitchThe first episode of the Mountain Wellness podcast will definitely have you hanging on the edge of your seat! Host Corey Reed and co-host Michael Maina tell the story about one of their favorite adventures together. With limited climbing experience they teamed up with Paradox Sports, which is a non profit organization that serves individuals with physical disabilities rock climbing and ice climbing, to attempt a multi-pitch climb in the famed Yosemite Valley. They talk about the challenges associated with Corey being a blind amputee climber, Mike capturing it on film, what their training looked like leading up to...2020-05-101h 15