The Ready State Podcast

In this episode, we break down EC Synkowski’s game-changing "800 Gram Challenge," a simple yet effective way to incorporate 800 grams of fruits and vegetables into your daily routine—without cutting out the foods you love.

What You'll Learn In This Episode:

Why most people aren’t eating enough fruits and vegetables—and h...

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Alana Stott: Fighting to End Human Trafficking, and Living a Life of Resilience, Action, and Hope for Change

March 6, 2025 • 61 mins

Human trafficking is a $250 billion global crisis impacting over 50 million lives today—10 million of whom are trapped in sex slavery. This urgent and eye-opening discussion uncovers the harsh realities of modern slavery, ranging from forced labor to organ harvesting.

We hear from Alana Stott, MBE—a security specialist, hum...

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Wendy Troxel: Navigating Sleep Challenges as a Couple, The Impacts of Sleep Deprivation on Teens, and Actionable Advice to Improve Your Sleep

February 20, 2025 • 62 mins

Discover how to optimize your sleep for health, love, and performance in this eye-opening episode of the Ready State Podcast featuring Dr. Wendy Troxel, a leading sleep scientist and author of Sharing the Covers.

Learn why sleep is vital for your relationships, how to navigate sleep challenges as a couple, and the surprisin...

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Mark Sisson: Walking for Longevity and the Pervasive Myths Around the Benefits of Running

February 6, 2025 • 74 mins

Is walking the real key to a long, healthy life? In this thought-provoking episode, Kelly & Juliet Starrett dive into why walking might be the ultimate exercise for longevity and health, as shared by bestselling author and fitness expert, Mark Sisson.

Drawing from his new book Born to Walk, Mark challenges the widely-hel...

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Steve Magness: The Surprising Truth About Elite Performance & The Youth Sports Epidemic

January 23, 2025 • 77 mins

In this insightful episode of The Ready State Podcast, Kelly and Juliet Starrett sit down with Steve Magness—performance coach, author, and expert on mental and physical resilience. They explore the complexities of human performance and how embracing the basics can lead to extraordinary results. From the Instagramification ...

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Aaron Leventhal: From Professional Soccer, Coaching, and Exercise Oncology to the Fit Standards, Helping People Take Charge of Their Own Wellness

January 9, 2025 • 88 mins

Aaron Leventhal is the author of The New Fit, the director of AKTIV Against Cancer USA, and a coach and educator. His work on health, wellness, and exercise oncology has impacted thousands. Aaron is an ex-professional soccer player, performance coach, gym owner, and cancer survivor.

Aaron’s Longevity Fitness Tests, “The Fit ...

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Dr. Darshan Shah: Bridging the Gap in Healthcare with a Parallel Model Focusing on Longevity and Vitality

December 26, 2024 • 73 mins

Dr. Darshan Shah earned his MD at 21 through the accelerated program at the University of Missouri, Kansas City. He trained in general surgery and trauma in California, performing over 10,000 operations. His current project is Next Health, a health optimization and longevity center built on the belief that health is not the...

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Jason Sacks: Positive Coaching and Centering Athlete Wellbeing in Sport

December 12, 2024 • 73 mins

Jason has been with Positive Coaching Alliance since 2006 and currently serves as President. He oversees national partnerships, fundraising, and regional operations, working with professional sports leagues and youth organizations. Previously, he held roles such as Chief Development Officer and Executive Director of PCA’s C...

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Dr. Heather Sandison: Reversing Alzheimer's and Preventing Cognitive Decline at Any Age

November 28, 2024 • 54 mins

Dr. Heather Sandison is the NYT bestselling author of Reversing Alzheimer’s The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health. She is a renowned naturopathic doctor specializing in neurocognitive medicine and the founder of Solcere Health Clinic, San Diego’s premier brain optimization clinic, and Marama, a resid...

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150 Episodes of The Ready State Podcast: Lessons We’ve Learned, Surprises We’ve Encountered, and Lifestyle Changes We’ve Made

November 14, 2024 • 54 mins

The Starretts kicked off The Ready State Podcast back in January 2018, and today we’re celebrating a milestone: Episode 150! With a brief pandemic hiatus in between, we’re marking this special episode with a look back at some incredible conversations and powerful insights that have shaped our journey. Over the years, we’ve ...

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Meg Fisher: From Catastrophic Injury to Champion Cyclist and Gold at the Paralympics, the Healing Potential of Sport

October 31, 2024 • 54 mins

Meg Fisher is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2x Paralympian and 11x World Champion Cyclist. She earned her doctorate at the University of Washington in 2014. Meg continues to race bikes professionally, predominantly endurance gravel and mountain bike events. She is pioneering para-cycling categories in off-road event...

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Dean Stott: Resilience, Transitioning from Special Forces to Crisis Management Expert, and Breaking World Records

October 17, 2024 • 66 mins

Dean Stott is a former British Special Forces soldier who served in the Special Boat Service (SBS). After a career-ending parachute accident, he transitioned into the private security sector, gaining renown for handling high-risk situations, including evacuating the Canadian Embassy in Libya. He later set two world ...

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Chase Jarvis: Taking Risks to Achieve a Life You Love

October 3, 2024 • 65 mins

Chase Jarvis is an award-winning artist, entrepreneur, and Emmy-nominated director, recognized as one of the most influential photographers of the past 20 years. He has shot global campaigns for Apple, Nike, and over 100 brands, and contributed to the Pulitzer Prize-winning NYT story Snowfall. He founded several sta...

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Dr. Vonda Wright: Active Aging Through Lifestyle Habits to Remain Healthy, Vital, and Joyful at Any Age

September 19, 2024 • 68 mins

Dr. Vonda Wright is a double-board-certified orthopedic surgeon, internationally recognized researcher, and elite team doctor specializing in optimizing performance at any age. Her pioneering research in mobility and musculoskeletal aging is transforming how we approach aging. Dr. Wright is also an expert in cutting...

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Joanne Lipman: Navigating the Reinvention that Comes with Career and Life Transitions and How Aha Moments Aren't as Random as They Seem

September 5, 2024 • 67 mins

Joanne Lipman has authored a pioneering journalism career. She was the first female Deputy Managing Editor at the Wall Street Journal, where she created the Weekend Journal and Personal Journal sections and oversaw the creation of the paper’s Saturday edition. She was founding editor-in-chief of Conde Nast Portfolio...

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Sam Walker: Exploring the Leadership of Successful Dynasties and Why Great Team Captains are Rarely the Stars

August 22, 2024 • 76 mins

Sam Walker is the author of The Captain Class, a critically acclaimed portrait of the men and women who led the most successful dynasties in sports history. He works as a team building consultant and leadership coach for professional, national and collegiate sports teams; elite military units; national law-enforceme...

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Dr. Mary Claire Haver: Demystifying Menopause after Decades of Subpar Care for Women

August 8, 2024 • 85 mins

Dr. Mary Claire Haver is a board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist, LSU Medical Center alumna, and UTMB residency graduate. She's also a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist and Menopause Society Certified Menopause Practitioner. In 2021, she founded Mary Claire Wellness, focusing on menopausal patient care....

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Michael Easter: Recognizing Scarcity Mindset and Shedding Habits that Don't Serve You

July 25, 2024 • 65 mins

As a New York Times bestselling author, Michael Easter has built a career traveling the globe to uncover practical insights that enhance people's lives. From war zones to the Arctic to the Bolivian jungle, he's interviewed thousands of experts, including Nobel laureates and world-class athletes, and distilled their ...

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David Vaux: Strength Training in Midlife for Longevity

July 11, 2024 • 55 mins

David Vaux, a former London firefighter turned osteopath and academic, draws on his extensive experience to advocate for strength training, particularly for older adults. With degrees in osteopathy and health and exercise science, he's a leading voice in promoting resilience and healthy aging. He also heads therapy ...

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Mike Brown: Bridging the Gap Between Wealth and Financial Freedom

June 27, 2024 • 58 mins