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9' to Thrive with NavinCynthia TuroDealt with the devastating news that she has stage 4 cancer, Cynthia Turo didn’t take that news sitting down. She talks with Navin about the journey she went through to overcome her most difficult chapter. 2022-05-2618 min9' to Thrive with NavinBreaking Out to be the Best You!Is your diet S.A.D.? Navin talks about why the Standard American Diet may not be rooted with your best interests in mind. 2022-05-1208 min9' to Thrive with NavinThe Power of Our ThoughtsIn this episode Navin talks about how our thoughts are the most powerful tool we have to create the life we want. We have 60,000 thoughts a day and how many of those thoughts are positive? Thoughts have only two jobs: either to pull us down or to pull us up. How are we using your thoughts? The quality of our thoughts determines the quality of our life. Navin shares how you can consciously use your thoughts to create the life that you desire - get out of pain, heal sickness, and create an amazing life for yourself.2022-05-0514 min9' to Thrive with NavinLeneé Cook-BraxtonLeneé Cook-Braxton joins Navin to talk about her journey and the practice of hypnosis, looking within yourself, and optimum performance.2022-04-2119 min9' to Thrive with NavinAmanda SchaeferAmanda Shaefer joins Navin to talk about the simple concept of gratitude that isn’t always easy in practice. Amanda walks us through some best practices and guidelines of how to practice gratitude.2022-04-1414 min9' to Thrive with NavinDebbie CraigDebbie Craig, founder of Catalyst Consulting, joins us to talk about navigating change and finding the courage to confront parts of your life that need change. 2022-03-3120 min9' to Thrive with NavinJoe LemonJoe Lemon, fellow podcaster and digital marketer, joins Navin to share a really interesting story behind the science of happiness and the advice he has for healthcare practitioners. 2022-03-2411 min9' to Thrive with NavinBarry GoldsteinAuthor, Producer, Speaker, and Composer, Barry Goldstein, joins this week to talk about how sound, music, and songs can help you unlock your full potential and thrive. 2022-03-1725 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Leif HassDr. Leif Hass, a family medicine doctor talks about how the way he treats people has evolved and why he's writing prescriptions for happiness. 2022-03-1016 min9' to Thrive with NavinJinny UppalJinny Uppal, a Growth Strategist for Fortune 500 companies, joins Navin to talk about why inaction isn’t always a bad thing. She talks about the benefits of taking a step back and letting the mind wander to solve problems. 2022-03-0312 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Bindu BabuDr. Bindu Babu, Chair Health & Wellness NYC Speaks, talks about how to overcome the mindset of narcissism and taking the step to loving yourself and self healing.2022-02-2313 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Janaka WannakuDr. Janaka Wannaku joins us this week to talk about why he encourages his patients to fast and reduce the carbohydrate intake in a country where most of the food that is consumed is carbohydrates. 2022-02-1717 min9' to Thrive with NavinEhab MedhatEhad Medhat joins Navin to talk about fear. He dissects the root cause of fear and what happens when you’re able to let go of unnecessary fear. He also walks us through a guided meditation to help reduce fear. 2022-02-1015 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Luana CollocaDr. Luana Colloca, a professor at the University of Maryland, joins Navin to talk about the placebo effect. 2022-02-0317 min9' to Thrive with NavinStephanie FuchsStephanie Fuchs, a biologist and conservationist, joins Navin to talk about what she’s learned from living with the Maasai in Tanzania for over 10 years. She talks about how she left the “comforts” of the western world to follow her heart and live free. 2022-01-2716 min9' to Thrive with NavinCharu MelconeCharu Melcone joins Navin to talk about the toughest time of her life and how she overcame her challenges, five minutes at a time. 2022-01-2017 min9' to Thrive with NavinPrime HallFormer Marine and now Co-Founder of Deep End Fitness, Prime Hall, joins us for to talk about the effect of having so many open tabs in our brain - getting stretched thin in terms of what we can focus on and what happens when you’re able to close all the tabs and hone your focus on one tab. 2022-01-1425 min9' to Thrive with NavinRepost - Navin's 9 [Tips] to Thrive in 2022We had an overwhelming response to last week's episode so we're bringing this back up to the top of everyone's feed. Take a listen as Navin details out the 9 healthy habits for you to THRIVE in 2022. 2022-01-0654 min9' to Thrive with NavinNavin's 9 Wellness Tips for 2022In a special episode, we go beyond just one piece of advice and well beyond 9 minutes. For this episode to finish out the year, Navin shares 9 healthy habits that will help you thrive in 2022. 2021-12-3054 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Elsa WagdyWe're joined by Dr. Elsa Wagdy, a former conventional allopathic medical doctor, who now practices strictly integrative medicine. She talks to Navin about the effect the mind and thoughts have on health and disease.2021-12-2419 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Teri DaunterDr. Teri Daunter joins Navin to talk about the concept of quantum life and going inwards to truly understand oneself. 2021-12-1615 min9' to Thrive with NavinNancy TannerNancy Tanner, founder of Paws and People and a certified dog trainer, joins Navin and shares how the bond between a human owner and a dog goes much deeper than initially thought. She discusses the surprising connection between a dog's behavior and health and its owner. 2021-12-1019 min9' to Thrive with NavinMichiko HiyashiMichiko Hiyashi, Ambassador and Global Director of the Emoto Peach Project, joins Navin to talk about the incredible power of water. 2021-12-0219 min9' to Thrive with NavinAruni MarapaneA very interesting episode this week with Aruni Marapane, a Buddhist Chaplain. She joins to talk to Navin about the significance of end-of-life care and the experience of death during her time in hospice care for the last 18 years. 2021-11-1814 min9' to Thrive with NavinGeorge JedenoffIn part one of this interview, Navin speaks with George Jedenoff, a WWII veteran and Centenarian, in honor of Veterans Day. George speaks about his time leading up to and during the war, including where he was when Pearl Harbor was attacked. 2021-11-1118 min9' to Thrive with NavinSuzie SenkSleep and wellness expert, Suzie Senk, joins Navin to talk about her golden pieces of advice to help you get better sleep. She also discusses the importance of sleep and how it affects you if you experience a lack of sleep. 2021-11-0414 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Sally NortonDr. Sally Norton, a nutrition researcher and consultant, joins Navin to talk about how some of your favorite healthy foods might be doing more damage than good to your body. 2021-10-2817 min9' to Thrive with NavinDave StevensDave Stevens, despite being born with a physical disability, talks about how he took charge of his life and never let anything hold him back from achieving what he set out to do. 2021-10-2111 min9' to Thrive with NavinHeather JeffreyOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and this week we have Heather Jeffrey who shares her own journey and brings to light other types of abuse beyond what we traditionally think as domestic abuse. 2021-10-0719 min9' to Thrive with NavinMatt AbrahamsMatt Abrahams joins Navin to talk about how you can THRIVE in your communication and gives some best practices for you to communicate effectively.2021-09-3017 min
Sport VitaminsEpisode 28 - SPORT VITAMINS (ENG) / guest Navin Hettiarachchi, Health, Wellness and Performance expertSPORT VITAMINS IS BACK WITH SEASON 3!Today’s guest is Navin Hettiarachchi Health, Wellness and Performance expertWith over 20 years of experience working in the NBA, WNBA, and NFL.Navin travelled across the country and to learn and train under some of the best physical therapists, chiropractors, and osteopaths and has earned multiple certifications including Advanced Sports Rehabilitation, Certification Spinal Manual Therapy (CSM) and Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) Postural Restoration Trained (PRT)SPORT VITAMINS IS BACK!01.00 Background06.00 Screening of athletes12.00 Having genuine conversations16.00 How to change ha...2021-09-2736 min9' to Thrive with NavinBob BondimanBob Bondiman, Masters Weightlifting World Champion, joins this week to talk about the respect he has for his body and how he maintains his body to ensure he will continue to compete at the highest levels for years to come! 2021-09-2313 min9' to Thrive with NavinCharlene WheelessAuthor and public speaker, Charlene Wheeless, talks about how her unapologetic authenticity has helped her thrive and who she channels when she gives her public speeches.2021-09-1619 min9' to Thrive with NavinSeason 2 Premier - Navin and Kanch's Ukraine RecapWe're back with our second season! To kick things off, Navin is joined by Kanch as they recap their trip to Ukraine - from eating nose to tail, to dancing with dolphins, and their advice for when YOU encounter a tourist in your hometown. 2021-09-0919 min
Gut Health Reset with Dr. Ann-Marie BarterDoes Your Gut Health Affect Athletic Performance? with Navin Hettiarachchi | Ep. 8Something that I’ve seen over and over again in my life and in my patients is how much the gut can affect even the smallest of physical activities.-In this episode, Navin Hettiarachchi and I discuss how athletic performance is influenced by the gut, why food sensitivities can make or break you, and how ditching processed foods can lead to better sleep and recovery.-Navin has over 20 years of experience working in the NBA, WNBA, and NFL. He also works with Olympians, U.S. Women’s Soccer, Paralympians, and...2021-06-2539 min9' to Thrive with NavinSeason Finale: RecapIn the season recap with Navin and Izzy, they talk about the history of how the 9 to Thrive Podcast got it start, what they learned, favorite guests, biggest takeaways, and where the pod is going from here. 2021-06-2440 min9' to Thrive with NavinMitch DavidowitzPsychotherapist, Mitch Davidowitz, joins the podcast this week to talk about the need to look at yourself from a “wide-angle lens” and not just focus on the strengths but taking a look at what areas you might feel embarrassed about or ashamed about to find a solution and take personal responsibility. 2021-06-1713 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Joshua WeissDr. Joshua Weiss, Author and Negotiation Specialist, joins Navin to discuss the power of negotiation and why you should consider day-to-day interactions as negotiations, and how to become better at it. 2021-06-1015 min
Summit For Wellness Podcast151- Become the CEO of Your Own Health with Navin HettiarachchiNavin Hettiarachchi teaches us how to become the CEO of our own health.2021-06-1048 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Lily KiswaniDr. Lily Kiswani joins Navin to talk about her transition from Gynecology to Integrative medicine with a focus on prevention of Diabetes, and the advice she has for all women and young girls.2021-06-0314 min
Real Talk with Zuby#155 Navin Hettiarachchi - Mastering MindfulnessNavin Hettiarachchi has over 20 years of experience working in the NBA, WNBA, and NFL. He also works with Olympians, U.S. Women’s Soccer, Paralympians, and NHL athletes. Celebrities and musicians from Hollywood have also sought his care for their health and wellness. Follow Zuby - https://twitter.com/zubymusic Follow Navin - https://twitter.com/NAVIN_HSubscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more - https://fanlink.to/zubypodcast Support Zuby on Patreon - https://patreon.com/zubymusic Special thanks to GOLD TIER Pa...2021-05-2836 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Tracy GapinDr. Tracy Gapin is on this week to talk about why you might want to reconsider throwing your Tupperware full of leftovers into the microwave or taking your [plastic] water bottle in the sauna with you, or even why you might want to rethink that carton of milk from the store. 2021-05-2714 min
Reshape Your Health with Dr. Morgan Nolte74. Optimize the 4 Pillars of a Healthy Lifestyle With Navin HettiarachchiHave a question you want answered on the podcast? Send us a text!Note: Reshape Physical Therapy and Wellness evolved into Weight Loss for Health, and finally Zivli. How to Lose Weight After 50 was our first course that eventually grew into Zivli. Some old blog posts or resources mentioned in this episode may have been removed. Learn how to optimize the 4 pillars of health with Navin Hettiarachchi. He is the former director of Health, Wellness and Performance for the Washington Wizards NBA basketball team. Get tips for biohacking to optimize your sleep, stress, movement, and n...2021-05-2748 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Janaka WannakuDr. Janaka Wannaku joins us this week to talk about why he encourages his patients to fast and reduce the carbohydrate intake in a country where most of the food that is consumed is carbohydrates. 2021-05-2017 min9' to Thrive with NavinJesse IwujiJesse Iwuji, one of two black drivers competing in the national level of NASCAR, joins Navin. He talks about how he moves and drives with intention. He talks about how he set forth his goals and ensures nothing derails him. 2021-05-1310 min9' to Thrive with NavinGot [RAW] Milk?In this episode, Navin takes the mic to share his thoughts on raw milk! He explains how he never used to even recommend milk and dairy to his clients and how his trip to Tanzania and spending time with the Masaai changed his whole perspective. He talks about why doctors and general guidance discourage raw dairy, the benefits of raw dairy, and what you need to do to make sure you find the right sources to consume raw dairy.Disclaimer: “As always, I want to encourage you to do your own research! This podcast does not...2021-05-0610 min
Protecting Your NEST with Dr. Tony HamptonEpisode 44: Navin HettiarachchiWelcome to Protecting Your Nest with Dr. Tony Hampton. Navin Hettiarachchi is a comprehensive healer with experience and expertise utilizing a wide array of healthcare disciplines to help people achieve optimal wellness—osteopathic medicine, functional medicine, chiropractic care, and acupuncture to name just a few of these disciplines. He was the director of health, wellness, and performance for the NBA’s Washington Wizards for seventeen years. He holds a B.S. and a Masters in Sports Medicine and has also received numerous certificates. He is also the host of “9 mins to Thrive with Navin,” an inspirational podcast in which Navin in...2021-04-301h 239' to Thrive with NavinDr Philip OvadiaDr. Philip Ovadia joins Navin for a special extended episode: not only does Dr. Ovadia share his advice on how to THRIVE with a diet consisting of real food, but he also shares his journey from childhood to post med school life when he himself was morbidly obese. His transformation began with his diet and he discusses how he changed his metabolic health through food. 2021-04-2919 min9' to Thrive with NavinKelvin JosephKelvin Joseph, CEO of Kool Kel Marketing, joins Navin to talk about humility and learning from those around you to unlock your true potential. 2021-04-2215 min9' to Thrive with NavinMatthew ReesMatthew Rees, the founder of Geonomica, joins Navin to talk about simple things that can be done to change the current state of health in the United States and what actions we can all take to better our health. 2021-04-1513 min9' to Thrive with NavinVaughn DabneyVaughn Dabney, founder of Unoma Haus, joins Navin to talk about his journey of breaking the norm, letting go of the ego, and how he got started in tiny home/van life . 2021-04-0812 min9' to Thrive with NavinDaniel KellmanDaniel Kellman, Director of Naturopathic Support and Rehabilitation Services, joins to talk about moving towards healthcare vs disease care and his tips so that you can avoid ending up in his office. 2021-04-0114 min9' to Thrive with NavinLindsey HardingNBA Coach and Former WNBA Player, Lindsey Harding talks about the hurdles she has had to overcome and she broke through to become a rising star in a male-dominated field.2021-03-2514 min9' to Thrive with NavinAhmad - The Pilot turned Uber DriverIn the most unplanned interview to date, Navin interviews an incredible Uber driver that he met while in Chicago. Ahmad, a former pilot who came to America and starting driving Uber, talks about how he got to a point in life where he can be in cruise control now that he's found true happiness and true success.2021-03-1817 min9' to Thrive with NavinVirginia Warren"The Zen Lawyer", Virginia Warren talks about rules that are ingrained in us from early childhood that restrict our ability to think constructively. 2021-03-1115 min9' to Thrive with NavinStephen G. PostStephen G. Post, Ph.D., joins Navin to share his message: the pathways in light to over come the dark. 2021-03-0414 min9' to Thrive with NavinNicolle Kopping-PavarsNicolle Kopping-Pavars, joins Navin and talks about why she started a law firm named Lotus Law and her practice of mindfulness. 2021-02-2513 min
Washington Wellness11. Becoming the Best Version of You w/ Navin Hettiarachchi, MS, Dip MT, MCMT, CSCS, ATC, PRTWhat does the best version of yourself look like? If you're anything like most of us, you've imagined your ideal self at least once if not multiple times over the course of your life. In this episode we discuss simple, yet effective, lifestyle changes that you can make to help bring your dream closer to reality.
Our guest for this episode is Navin Hettiarachchi who has over 20 years of experience working with players from professional sports teams in the NBA, WNBA and NFL. Most recently, he served as the Director of Health, Wellness and Performance for the...2021-02-2434 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Jannell MacaulayDr. Jannell Macaulay, a US Air Force Veteran, usually works with individuals that operating in stressful environments, and she's found more and more people are becoming increasingly stressed day to day. Dr. Macaulay gives some great tips and questions you should ask yourself to help deal with stressful situations. 2021-02-1812 min9' to Thrive with NavinAjia MunnsAjia Munns - actress, filmmaker, and poet, joins this week to talk about the one universal message she would tell her daughter or son - self-love produces everything you want and love. She talks about how she used to give give give, at the sacrifice of her own self-love, resulting in being taken advantage of. 2021-02-1113 min9' to Thrive with NavinDena JacksonComedian and writer, Dena Jackson, joins Navin to talk about her practice of mindfulness. She also dives into how laughter is the medicine we need in times like this.2021-02-0415 min
Move the DistrictEp36 | Navin Hettiarachchi MS, ATC, CSCS- Be The CEO of Your HealthThis week, I am joined by Navin Hettiarachchi! Navin is the founder of the REDT Method and has been featured in Men’s Health, Washington Post, Washington Times, Geo News, NBA Philippines, NBA Japan, and various prominent social media outlets around the world.
Navin has over 20 years of experience working in the NBA, WNBA, and NFL. He also works with Olympians, U.S. Women’s Soccer, Paralympians, and NHL athletes. Celebrities and musicians from Hollywood have also sought his care for their health and wellness.
Topics discussed:
How Navin's journey in sports medicine began
Navin...2021-02-031h 049' to Thrive with NavinMonica FayMonica Fay, professional organizer and leading expert on decluttering space and mind, joins Navin to talk about how to create a vibrant life by decluttering your life!2021-01-2814 min9' to Thrive with NavinDr. Dinesh PalipanaDr. Dinesh Palipana joins Navin to talk about how he persevered despite his life being turned upside down in an instant when he was left paralyzed from the chest down while in medical school. 2021-01-2113 min9' to Thrive with NavinSarah RattrayDr. Sarah Rattray, a leading couples therapist, gives a great reminder on how to speak with your partner and have those important conversations in a time when we are stressed and feeling the tension of the current state of the world.2021-01-1414 min9' to Thrive with NavinBlaine ScullyBlaine Scully, former US Rugby national team captain, joins Navin to talk about leadership and how it should be viewed as a position of service and not a position of privilege. 2021-01-0713 min9' to Thrive with NavinNavin's 9 Wellness Tips for 2021In a special episode heading into the new year, Navin provides his 9 wellness tips for 2021.2020-12-2912 min9' to Thrive with NavinNiels de Stürler BoekwijtNiels de Sturler Boekwijt joins Navin to tell his fascinating story of how he used meditation to overcome his manic depression during his time studying in Osteopathic Medicine and become the founder of the Inner Mind Institute. 2020-12-1717 min9' to Thrive with NavinSuzanne RavenallSuzanne Ravenall, an incredible personal development coach, joins Navin to talk about the fascinating subject of patterning at a young age and how that affects us in our adult life.2020-12-0916 min9' to Thrive with NavinKris HumphriesKris Humphries, former NBA player and now a successful entreprenuer, joins Navin to talk about how his competitiveness drove his success on and off the court. 2020-12-0316 min9' to Thrive with NavinSPECIAL EPISODE: Livia Grunfeld's StoryIn a special two-part episode, Navin interviews Livia Grunfeld, a holocaust survivor. In part one, Livia talks through the advice she has for everyone on loving one another and reminds us that what goes around, comes around. In this episode, part two, we get to hear more of Mrs. Grunfeld’s story and her experience during one of the darkest times in human history. 2020-11-1932 min9' to Thrive with NavinLivia GrunfeldIn a special two-part episode, Navin interviews Livia Grunfeld, a holocaust survivor. In this episode (part one), Livia talks through the advice she has for everyone on loving one another and reminds us that what goes around, comes around. In part two, we get to hear more of Mrs. Grunfeld’s story and her experience during one of the darkest times in human history. 2020-11-1909 min9' to Thrive with NavinFrank RossNBA Executive, Frank Ross, joins Navin to talk about following his passion and how he didn’t let anyone or anything stop him from chasing his passion. 2020-11-1212 min9' to Thrive with NavinSPECIAL EPISODE: Navin's Trip to TanzaniaThe tables get turned and Navin is interviewed by podcast producer and Navin's brother, Isuru. Navin discusses his trip to Tanzania where he ran 5 workshops for both young athletes as well as physical therapists, visited and learned from the Maasai Tribe, and went on safari to see African wildlife. Join Navin as he discusses why he did this trip, what he learned, and that question he always asks his guests - "what advice do you have for your listeners?"*Note - Shownotes will be available soon!2020-11-0427 min9' to Thrive with NavinCari RosnoCari Rosno, Certified Human Potential Coach, joins Navin to talk about how she overcame the PTSD from surviving the Boston Marathon bombings to become a manifestation coach and her advice to help you overcome your obstacles through manifestation. 2020-10-2914 min9' to Thrive with NavinRamon SessionsFormer NBA player, Ramon Sessions joins Navin to talk about giving it 100% all of the time, where that work ethic comes from, and the person he looks up to the most drove him to greatness.2020-10-2215 min9' to Thrive with NavinJoan MarieJoan Marie, joins Navin to talk about what she does to ensure negativity doesn’t slow her down and stop her from achieving her dreams - a lesson taught to her the hard way by a school art teacher that said she doesn’t have what it takes to “make it”. 2020-10-1516 min9' to Thrive with NavinDave JohnsonAmerican radio personality, Dave Johnson, joins Navin to talk about how he approaches every day and how he takes time to appreciate the here and now. 2020-10-0815 min9' to Thrive with NavinDeborah TannenDeborah Tannen, a world-renowned professor in linguistics and known for her best selling book "You Just Don't Understand: Women and Men in Conversation", joins Navin to discuss how sometimes just listening isn't enough. 2020-10-0115 min9' to Thrive with NavinEd TapscottEd Tapscott joins Navin to discuss how he’s dealt with successes and failures, taking risks in today’s world, and his #1 habit that he attributes to his success.2020-09-2412 min9' to Thrive with NavinKristi RogersKristi Rogers, Managing Director of Principal to Principal, joins Navin and talks about her mantra and how she applied it in all facets of life, whether she was in Liberia, Afghanistan, or at the head of the board room table. 2020-09-1713 min9' to Thrive with NavinJen WelterJen Welter, the first female to coach in the NFL joins Navin to talk about her thoughts on the advancement of women and her advice for women in ANY field. 2020-09-1012 min9' to Thrive with NavinLex GilletteLex Gillette had the odds stacked against him, but he didn’t let anything stop him from achieving his goals. Lex joins us this week to tell his story of how he went blind as a young child but because he had a vision, he didn’t let his loss of sight stop him from FLYING. 2020-09-0315 min9' to Thrive with NavinGary ShapiroGary Shapiro, CEO of the Consumer Technology Association and author of 3 best seller books, joins Navin to talk about taking risks, the need to fail, and creating human connections through curiosity and empathy. 2020-08-2712 min
Intermittent Fasting StoriesNavin HettiarachchiIn this episode of Intermittent Fasting Stories, Gin talks to Navin Hettiarachchi. Navin is the director of health, wellness, and performance for the NBA's Washington Wizards.This episode is brought to you by Feals CBD Oil: The world of CBD oil can be confusing. For premium CBD oil that you can trust, go to feals.com/ifstories. Become a member and get 50% off your first order plus free shipping.Navin found intermittent fasting in 2015, while trying to optimize his own health. IF immediately clicked for him, and he continues to keep an 18-21 hour daily fast...2020-08-271h 00
Intermittent Fasting StoriesNavin HettiarachchiIn this episode of Intermittent Fasting Stories, Gin talks to Navin Hettiarachchi. Navin is the director of health, wellness, and performance for the NBA's Washington Wizards.This episode is brought to you by Feals CBD Oil: The world of CBD oil can be confusing. For premium CBD oil that you can trust, go to feals.com/ifstories. Become a member and get 50% off your first order plus free shipping.Navin found intermittent fasting in 2015, while trying to optimize his own health. IF immediately clicked for him, and he continues to keep an 18-21 hour daily fast...2020-08-2753 min
Inform PerformanceNavin Hettiarachchi (Director of Health, Wellness and Performance for the Washington Wizards)Episode 46: Andy McDonald chats to Navin Hettiarachchi the Director of Health, Wellness and Performance for the Washington Wizards at the time of recording. Navin began his career interning at the Washington Redskins NFL team, followed by spells at Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation INC and the Washington Mystics. This episode and the conversation is largely centred around Navin's holistic and broad consideration of care.
In this episode Andy and Navin discuss:
Navins background and role
His holistic approach to athlete care
Empathy and human factors
PRI
Where you can find Navin:
...2020-08-2638 min9' to Thrive with NavinTom KorologosTom Korologos, former United States Ambassador to Belgium, joins Navin to provide prudent and actionable advice. Having worked with FIVE presidents and involved in 300 senate confirmations, Tom brings a wealth of knowledge backed by decades of experience. 2020-08-2012 min9' to Thrive with NavinMarcin GortatMarcin Gortat, who’s earned the nicknames “Polish Hammer” and “Polish Machine”, joins the Navin to talk about the advice that helped him earn his nicknames and what it means to be unfiltered, honest, but true to your word. 2020-08-1313 min9' to Thrive with NavinMia LuxMia Lux joins Navin to talk about the one question she always asks herself, even during the darkest of times, and how you can use that same question in your day to day to see things from a new perspective. She also discusses how she keeps herself accountable and what role her community, specifically her accountability partner, has in keeping her honest. 2020-08-0614 min9' to Thrive with NavinNina TotenbergNina Totenberg, an award-winning journalist, joins Navin to talk about how she chooses her battles - both personally and professionally - and how she looks at situations from other people's perspectives. 2020-07-3013 min
Athletic Recovery & Performance PodcastNavin Hettiarachchi-4 pillars to the best version of you!🎧 New podcast episode #8Great Interview with Navin Hettiarachchi. Navin is the Director of Wellness and Performance with the Washington Wizards and hosts his own podcast 9' minutes to thrive with Navin(https://www.navinhealth.com/podcast/)focusing on the 4 Pillars to the BEST version of you!Navin is also the founder of the REDT method that integrates his unique expertise in multiple healthcare disciplines– osteopathic, functional medicine, chiropractic, physical therapy, Trigger Point needling/acupuncture, athletic training, PRI, strength and conditioning, and cupping – complemented with the latest evidence-based practices in science and technology. He travelled across...2020-07-2933 min9' to Thrive with NavinIvory LattaIvory Latta joins the podcast and speaks with Navin about the times she was told that she was too short to make it to the WNBA, how she used that as motivation to work even harder to achieve her goals, and how that never give up motto came to be. 2020-07-2310 min9' to Thrive with NavinAnn KorologosAnn Korologos, former Secretary of Labor, joins Navin to discuss the bumps in the road she experienced and how she persevered to become a cabinet member during the Reagan administration. Ann speaks about keeping your actions in line with your values and what you should do if you are asked to do something that is not within your values. 2020-07-1613 min
Upper Left PerformanceUpper Left Performance #28 Navin Hettiarachchi - NBA Bubble Life, Gratitude, Joy and Longevity for Elite AthletesNavin Hettiarachchi is the Director of Health, Wellness and Performance for the Washington Wizards. He has been in the NBA since 2003 following a brief stint in the NFL and is one of the most decorated coaches I have had the privilege to chat with.
Navin is certified in various massage techniques, athletic training, strength coach and PRI. He has traveled all over the world to learn and share information with other. He is also a self-proclaimed learning junkie and is constantly experimenting with technology and hacks for sleep, nutrition, mindfulness and correct movement.
I couldn’t...2020-07-1355 min9' to Thrive with NavinTony ParkerIn our first official guest episode, Tony Parker - 6x NBA All Star and 4x NBA Champion, and of course, one of the greatest #9s ever, joins Navin as he discusses his journey to become one of the best players in the world. Tony provides is #1 advice, his passion, and how to believe in yourself. 2020-07-0911 min9' to Thrive with NavinNavin's Integrated REDT Pillars - Correct MovementIn the last part of our four-part series on Navin’s Pillars of Wellness, join Navin as he talks about Snack Exercising, why you should do it, and why you should go back to moving like a baby! He then talks about the importance of recovery and rest for every single person.2020-07-0711 min9' to Thrive with NavinNavin's Integrated REDT Pillars - MindfulnessIn part 3 of 4 of Navin’s Pillars of Wellness, join Navin as he explains that it means to be mindful and how it affects the other 3 pillars of health and wellness – your nutrition, your sleep, and your performance (correct movement). He also shares three ways you could develop mindfulness today and use it going forward.2020-07-0710 min9' to Thrive with NavinNavin's Integrated REDT Pillars - NutritionIn part 2 of 4 of Navin’s Pillars of Wellness, join Navin as he talks about eating and individualized diet that is good for the specific and individual needs of our body. He then talks about how the food we eat affects the other 3 pillars of health and wellness - your sleep, your moods and emotions (mindfulness) and your flexibility and strength (correct movement). He then shares how you can use your body as a health and wellness dashboard, so you can gauge the effect of the food you consume.2020-07-0710 min9' to Thrive with NavinNavin's Integrated REDT Pillars - SleepIn the first of our four-part series on Navin’s Pillars of Wellness, join Navin as he talks about why sleep is so important and how it has an impact on your eating habits (nutrition), mindfulness, and your performance. He shares what it means to have “Quality of Sleep” and how long you should sleep.2020-07-0710 min