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Athlete with Asthma ShowSugar Is Killing You (And You Don’t Even Know It)!Sugar is silently destroying your health—even if you think you're eating “healthy.” In this episode, I break down the truth about sugar: how much is too much, what it actually does to your body, and why it’s linked to the deadliest diseases of our time—diabetes, cancer, heart disease, and dementia.
But this isn’t just doom and gloom. I also share simple, practical strategies I’ve used as an ultra endurance athlete with asthma to balance my sugar intake, fuel for performance, and reduce inflammation—without giving up dessert entirely.
►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2...2025-06-2028 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowThe Truth About Dairy and AsthmaIs dairy triggering your asthma symptoms? In this episode, I break down the truth about dairy and asthma—from my personal journey growing up with asthma and food allergies, to how I transformed my health by radically changing the quality and frequency of the dairy I consume. Here’s what I’ve learned: Low-quality, non-organic dairy can spike inflammation—even if you’re not officially lactose intolerant. Inflammation = more congestion, more wheezing, and worse asthma performance. And yet, we’ve normalized these symptoms in our culture. After cutting back on cow dairy, prioritizing goat and sheep milk, and making my own plant...2025-06-1312 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowDid You Know Most People Are Sleep Deprived (or Functionally Drunk)? Are You?Are you sleep deprived—or functionally drunk and don’t even know it? In this episode of The Athlete with Asthma Show, I break down the science, the warning signs, and the hidden causes behind poor sleep quality. The CDC says 1 in 3 adults aren’t getting enough sleep… and I used to be one of them. But not anymore.
As an ultra-endurance athlete with asthma, I’ve learned to optimize my sleep the same way I train for a 100K: intentionally and relentlessly. And the truth is, most people are walking around foggy, moody, tired, and making worse decis...2025-06-0427 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowI ate out 5 times last week (here’s what happened)What really happens to your body when you eat out more than usual? In this episode of The Athlete with Asthma Show, I share how going from 1–2 meals out per week to eating out 5 times in just 7 days wrecked my sleep, spiked my anxiety, and triggered heartburn and food cravings I hadn’t felt in years.
If you're trying to live a high-performance lifestyle—especially with asthma—your nutrition choices matter more than you think. I break down the physiological domino effect that happens when you prioritize convenience over clean eating, how it tanked my sleep and hydratio...2025-05-2914 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowMy Asthma-Friendly Morning Routine for Peak Energy and Performance (No Caffeine Needed)If you wake up feeling reactive, tired, or unfocused—and you have asthma—you’re not alone. In this episode, I share my 7-step asthma-friendly morning routine that helps me generate natural energy, build daily resilience, and show up as an elite athlete with asthma—without needing coffee or pre-workout.
You’ll learn exactly how to own your breath, boost your energy, and win your day, even with asthma.
►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide
00:00 Intro – Why mornings matter (especially for asthma) 01...2025-05-2121 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowMy Biggest Fitness Wins Despite Asthma (How I Beat the Odds)Ever been told you can’t do something because of your health? I was. Doctors told me I’d never play sports—now I’m an elite ultrarunner with asthma. In this episode, I reveal my 5 biggest fitness wins despite asthma and the 3 science-backed principles that helped me break through every limit: progressive overload, consistency, and never giving up.
If you’ve got asthma, chronic health challenges, or just feel stuck in your fitness journey—this episode is for you.
What You’ll Learn – My journey from being told I couldn’t play soccer to winning a 100K...2025-05-1423 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowYou will never be elite if you drinkHave you ever asked yourself "How good could I be… if I stopped drinking?" In this episode, I dive deep into the truth that few want to say out loud: You will never be elite if you drink—especially if you have asthma or big athletic goals.
I'm Jonny Havey, ultra-endurance runner, asthma warrior, and lifelong student of what it takes to reach peak performance. Today, I’m sharing the honest story of how cutting alcohol helped me go from mid-pack finishes to winning ultra races, why even “moderate drinking” is holding you back, and how the scienc...2025-05-0723 min
Athlete with Asthma Show5 Lessons I Learned Training with AsthmaI’m sharing the 5 most powerful lessons I’ve learned from training with asthma. I’m Jonny Havey—an elite ultra runner, endurance athlete, and someone who’s lived with asthma since childhood. From a soccer-loving kid who struggled to breathe, to finishing grueling 100K races, I’ve transformed my biggest challenge into my greatest strength. In this episode, I open up about the key mindset shifts and training techniques that helped me overcome limitations—including the role of progressive overload, audible exhales, and managing my diet to reduce inflammation and asthma symptoms. If you’ve ever wondered whether running with ast...2025-04-2417 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowTop 5 Exercises for Athletes with AsthmaI’m breaking down the top 5 exercises that helped me go from wheezing as a kid to winning 100Ks—despite having asthma and a hole in my heart.
I'm Jonny Havey, an elite endurance athlete, yoga teacher, and someone who’s been told my whole life what I couldn’t do because of my asthma. These are the movements that helped me defy those limits—and they can help you too.
►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide
Whether you’re just starting out or...2025-04-1818 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowHow I Pack for Trail Running with AsthmaI was born with asthma and told I’d never be able to run. Now, I’m an elite ultra runner—and in this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what I pack for trail runs to stay safe, strong, and fast.
From my inhaler and Benadryl to nutrition, electronics, and even running with my dog Sniktau, I’m sharing everything that keeps me going for hours in the mountains. Whether you’re managing asthma or just want to optimize your trail running gear, I hope this helps you push your limits—just like I did.
►► Downloa...2025-04-1020 min
Athlete with Asthma Show3 Best Cross-Training Exercises for Ultra RunnersToday I’m sharing the 3 best cross-training exercises that have helped me as an ultra runner and how to incorporate them into your weekly routine to improve endurance, build strength, and prevent injuries. I’m also including a bonus section with key exercises to relieve common running pains and I’ll share insights from my own journey as an ultra runner with asthma and the sustainable training practices that keep me performing at my best.
►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide
00:00 The importance of cr...2025-04-0317 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowTop 5 Asthma Myths (and the truths you should know about)Are any of these myths about asthma holding you back from living your best life? Join me as I reveal the top five myths about asthma and share the truths that you need to know! As someone who has lived with asthma since birth, I've heard it all. In this episode, I debunk common myths like 'Asthma is not serious,' 'Medication is the only way to manage asthma,' and more. Learn how exercise, diet, and awareness can help you manage asthma effectively.
►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma...2025-03-2721 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowHow I Am Training For My 100K+ Ultramarathon with AsthmaJoin me as I share my journey training for a 100K ultra marathon with asthma (and winning it). From my first marathon to my latest race (my 12-hour overnight endurance ultramarathon), I'll talk about my training plans, nutrition, cross-training, and how I manage my asthma. Learn how I went from weighing 200 pounds to winning ultra marathons, and get tips on goal setting, building a training base, and the importance of visualization. Whether you're a runner with asthma or just interested in long-distance running, I invite you to take an inside look on how I have trained, am training, and...2025-03-0734 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowHow to cure exercise induced asthma naturallyWhat if you could manage asthma and thrive naturally without relying solely on medication? In this episode, I share my personal journey of being diagnosed with asthma as a kid destined to use his inhaler and steroids to manage my asthma, to using my 3 step strategy to naturally manage my asthma and become a professional ultra runner.
►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide
Things I talk about in this episode:
Organic Chia Seeds (Yupik Organic) - https://amzn.to/4djDdrT
Or...2025-01-2938 min
Athlete with Asthma Show5 Reasons You Should Work Out When You Are SickDid you know that working out while you are sick can actually make you feel better? In this episode, I break down 5 surprising reasons why working out while sick (when it's mild!) might actually help you feel better and recover faster.
►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide
Outlive (book by Peter Attia MD) - https://amzn.to/3Wx17K2
00:00 The struggle of being sick and working out
00:50 The benefits of working out when you feel sick
04:00 Reas...2025-01-1727 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowTop 3 Tips for Running in Cold WeatherRunning in cold weather can be a challenge, but with the right tips, you can turn those chilly runs into rewarding experiences (just like I do throughout the entire winter) As an ultra runner with asthma training in the Colorado winter, I’m sharing my top 3 essential tips for running in the cold:
- Cold Weather Gear: Discover the must-have cold-weather running gear to stay warm without overheating.
- Plan Less, Do More: Learn how to modify your runs for safety and performance when temperatures drop.
- Breathe Through It: Use breathing techniques to...2025-01-1228 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowWhy I ALWAYS Run with Music (And Why You Should Too)Ever wondered if you should run with music or not? Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, I'll show you how music can transform your runs and workouts. As an athlete with asthma, I’ve discovered how music can help regulate breathing, reduce pain, and unlock the flow state for peak performance.
In this episode, I’ll share:
How music enhances breath control during runs
Personal tips on integrating music into your routine
The science behind music as a natural painkiller
How to achieve flow state with the right playlist
►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lb...2024-12-2625 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowTop Long Run Nutrition TipsWant to level up your running game? In this video, I’m sharing the essential nutrition tips that have fueled my journey from a 4 year old with asthma to an award-winning ultra-marathoner. Whether you're training for your first marathon or looking to improve your ultra-running performance, these tips will help you optimize your health, endurance, and recovery (especially for your longest runs of the week). Top long run nutrition tips include:
Nutrition Tip #1: How cutting out unhealthy foods and alcohol will transform your running and athletic performance
Nutrition Tip #2: Making sure that you are giving yo...2024-12-1335 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowThe 5 Secrets ALL Ultra Runners NEED to KnowEven David Goggins admits that he should have fueled his body differently when he ran his first ultra-marathon. Therefore, today on the show, as a professional ultra-athlete with asthma I am revealing the Top 5 Secrets that every aspiring ultra runner must know. Whether you're navigating the complexities of nutrition, striving to maintain forward momentum, or managing energy and heart rate, I got you covered, so you don't have to make the same mistakes myself and 1,000s of ultra runners (including David Goggins) have made. Along the way, I will share with you how overcoming my own medical challenges, including ast...2024-12-0845 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowDrop 30 and Keep It Off (Special Episode Introducing Online Course)What if you could lose 30 pounds, keep it off, and live a healthier life without extreme diets or intense workouts even if you have asthma?
Unlock the step-by-step online course to sustainably drop 30 pounds and keep it off without drastically changing your diet.
►► Drop 30 and Keep It Off (Online Course): Sustainably lose 30lbs, keep it off, and build a healthy lifestyle, without drastically changing your diet: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/drop-30-and-keep-it-off
Did you know that in the U.S., roughly two out of three adults are overweight or obese (69%)?
If you...2024-11-2737 min
Athlete with Asthma Show5 Best Mental Tricks to Run LongerUnlock your running potential with these 5 powerful mental tricks! In this episode I’ll reveal how strategies like breaking down your runs, multitasking, run-walk intervals, focusing on your breath, and just getting started can transform your endurance. As someone who overcame asthma to win a 100k race, I’ll also share my personal story of triumph and tips to help you push past mental barriers.
►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide
Favorite Books I talk about in this episode:
Born to Run (book by C...2024-11-2245 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowThe 5 Biggest Mistakes Runners Make and How to Avoid ThemWant to learn the 5 biggest mistakes I've made as an ultra runner and how to avoid them? Well today,I am breaking down the 5 biggest mistakes I've seen (and made) along my running journey that you probably haven't even though of before.
The 5 biggest mistakes runner make include:
Picking the wrong shoes
Pushing mileage or speed too fast
Overlooking proper fueling
Skipping much-needed rest days
Not training on the right surfaces.
►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide
Links to things I...2024-11-1648 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowHow to Relieve Asthma Symptoms (The 3 Best Breathing Techniques)Want to learn the three best breathing techniques that not only help to relieve my asthma symptoms, these breathing techniques have empowered me to become a highly successful ultra endurance athlete with asthma. In this episode I share how I went from using my inhaler all the time to learning special ways to breathe so I can run 100K+ miles without needing my inhaler.
The three best breathing techniques are:
The Extended Exhale - Breathe out longer to help calm your lungs.
Locomotive Breathing - Find a rhythm to make breathing feel natural while moving.
The...2024-11-0741 min
Athlete with Asthma Show5 Best Tips on How to Run without Getting TiredIn this episode, I share my top five tips for running without getting tired, despite living with asthma. Best running practices include the importance of progressive overload in training, proper fueling with energy and calories, hydration with adequate electrolytes and salt, powerful breathing techniques, and strategic use of music, podcasts, and audiobooks during runs. In addition, I share my personal journey, from childhood asthma diagnosis to conquering ultra marathons, and offer practical advice for runners at all levels.
►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide
Links to...2024-11-0152 min
Athlete with Asthma ShowHow I Became An Ultra Runner with AsthmaIn this episode, I share my journey from a kid with asthma to becoming an ultra-endurance runner. It all started with a love for soccer and grew as I took on new challenges, like biking, climbing 14,000-foot mountains, and running on trails. I talk about big moments—like finishing marathons and a tough 100K race. Along the way, I learned a lot about pushing limits, training smart, and overcoming fears, even when health issues made it hard. I also share how family and friends helped me stay focused and reach my goals. Listeners will learn about my journey, plus ti...2024-10-251h 24
eLearning Partner's Show#007 When Banks Won't Work With You: Growing a Brand Amidst Stigma with Priyanka and Pulak SharmaIn this episode, we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of a couple Dr. Priyanka Sharma and Pulak Sharma, co-founders of Kazmira, a Colorado-based company specializing in large-scale production of botanical extracts from industrial hemp. As pioneers, Sharmas had to overcome regulatory uncertainties and financial challenges on their way of growing Kazmira into one of the leading players in the industry. Listen to the episode for outside of the box solutions and inspiring stories of overcoming lack of financing in one of the most stigmatized industries in the U.S.
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...2024-07-3030 mineLearning Partner's ShowFrom Casa Bonita to Fitness Coaching: "Finding Your Calling" with Robbie Hall►► Download Vi Nhan Tran's "Gamification of Life Worksheet": https://www.e-learningpartners.com/gamification-of-life-gift Robbie's website: mobilemusclemax.com Follow Vi Nhan Tran: @vitranmusic on YouTube, Twitter, Facebook or Instagram
In this episode, you’ll witness an amazing journey of Robbie Hall from working at Casa Bonita to finding his calling as a fitness and nutrition coach. Robbie is an open book; he shares his experiences of working at the restaurant, his strict upbringing as a Jehovah's Witness, and the challenges he had to overcome in his way of building an authentic life and business. Robbie shared...2024-04-3047 mineLearning Partner's Show#005 From a Failed Course Launch to $3,000 Monthly Passive Income►► Watch FREE MasterClass → How to develop your eLearning Program in less than 90 days: https://bit.ly/es-free-masterclass
Back in May of 2021, we had a brand new website that got 0 traffic from Google. We had no leads coming to our website. No course sales. No affiliate sales. We just rebranded and had no name online.
We also had over $100K in debt because we spent several years developing our first course – the Netflix of Personal Connection – that flopped.
Not only did we not have a ton of resources to grow our business, but we were also bu...2024-03-2631 mineLearning Partner's Show#004 "Do What You Love and the Money Will Follow." Will it, Really?►► Watch FREE MasterClass → How to develop your eLearning Program in less than 90 days: https://bit.ly/es-free-masterclass
Great minds of all times, starting with Confucius, have said, “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” But is it actually possible for all of us to do what we love AND make money doing it?
In this podcast episode, we discuss our journey of founding multiple ventures while focusing on the idea of turning our passion into a business. On our way to doing what we love, we had to o...2024-02-2730 mineLearning Partner's Show#003 Breaking the 100-Hour-Week Grind of the Toxic "Hustle Culture"►► Watch FREE MasterClass → How to develop your eLearning Program in less than 90 days: https://bit.ly/es-free-masterclassMany aspiring entrepreneurs look up to iconic business leaders like Gary Vaynerchuk and Elon Musk, who advocate the idea that building a successful business requires significant personal sacrifice. As a result, they find themselves caught in a grueling 100-hour workweek grind.
Unfortunately, this approach often leads to debilitating trade-offs that are rarely discussed openly. Entrepreneurs then face deteriorating physical and mental health, overwhelming loneliness, low self-esteem, and a profound dissatisfaction with their overall quality of life.
In thi...2024-01-3033 mineLearning Partner's Show#002 Navigating Dyslexia: Hector's Journey from Saudi Arabia to the US (Co-Host's Story)Our childhood experiences shape our lives, personalities, and views of reality. As a Greek, growing up in Saudi Arabia, surrounded by different cultures and values, Hector’s journey of finding his place in the world wasn’t easy. To make things worse, he struggled in school, which led to bullying and isolation. When Hector discovered he had dyslexia, his childhood dream became in jeopardy.
In this episode, we explore Hector's discovery of dyslexia, marked by early signs noticed by his parents. The lack of research during that time made it a perplexing journey. However, Hector's family, inspired by hi...2023-12-2637 mineLearning Partner's Show#001 Running the Business Marathon with Jonny Havey (Co-Host's Story)►► Watch FREE MasterClass → How to develop your eLearning Program in less than 90 days: https://bit.ly/es-free-masterclass
Jonny was diagnosed with asthma when he was a baby. He also had multiple injuries playing soccer growing up. As a busy entrepreneur, Jonny needs to work out daily to stay "sane." But as we all know, owning your business means long and stressful work hours. Will the business get in the way of Jonny's passion for fitness? Will multiple health issues stop him from becoming an athlete? In this episode, the co-host, Jonny Havey, shares his persona...2023-11-2831 mineLearning Partner's ShowThe Prologue: The Time for Change is NowThe Jonny and Hector Show is set to premiere on November 28, 2023. Listen to the podcast trailer to learn about the podcast.2023-11-0602 min
Purpose Infused Brotherhood PodcastEmotional Awareness with Hector SimoudisEmotional Awareness with Hector SimoudisJohn and I are so excited to have on the exciting and energetic Hector Simoudis about Emotional Awareness this week!!This is a power packed episode full of the tools necessary for you to build that emotional awareness and be a man on Purpose and on Fire!Hector, a proud Greek, born and raised in the Middle East, experienced a melting pot of cultures from an early age. Blessed with the ability to travel to 39 countries, Hector learned the value of relationships and education. Co-Founding eLearning Partners with...2022-09-081h 01
Live Blissed Out083 - The Keys To ELearning SuccessJoin the BUZZ - Text us your thoughts!Joining us is Hector Simoudis, a well-traveled Greek, born and raised in the Middle East.He experienced a melting pot of cultures from an early age and considers himself lucky to be exposed to so many people from different walks of life.Blessed with the ability to travel to 39 countries, it was in the poorest of communities that he learned the value of relationships and education. As a natural people-person, he engaged with many individuals and sought to listen and to learn from...2021-04-2036 min
Disrupt Education#156 - The eLearning PartnersHector and Jonny met in college. They both have different journeys and came together to co-found eLearning Partners (formerly VP Legacies). Items discussed are learning differences, edtech prior to the pandemic, and how EdTech companies are looking at learner centered areas.
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The Referral BenchEpisode 4: Hector Simoudis - Head TrashIn today's episode of The Referral Bench Podcast, Phil and Ian talk with Hector Simoudis from VP Legacies.
Hector, a well-traveled Greek, born and raised in the Middle East, experienced a melting pot of cultures from an early age. He considers himself lucky to be exposed to so many different lifestyles, cultures and walks of life.
Blessed with the ability to travel to 39 countries, it was in the poorest of communities that Hector learned the value of relationships and education. A natural people-person, Hector engaged with many individuals and sought to listen and to learn...2021-01-0750 min
Classic Comics CavalcadeJonny Harvey on "Ghost Empire: The Forgotten Story of Harvey Comics"For many years Harvey Comics were perhaps the premier publisher of kids' comics in America, with characters like Casper the Friendly Ghost and Richie Rich providing wholesome entertainment for elementary school kids. But since Havey went under in the mid-1990s, this "little company that could" has largely passed out of the imaginations of readers and fans. I was joined by Jonny Harvey, director of an upcoming documentary series about Harvey Comics and a member of the Harvey family, to discuss the fascinating life and times of this very unique family business.
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