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May 24, 2022

Rick Walker: Architect and Champion of the Sarasota Sharks Masters Te…

How do you build a successful masters swim team? World Class Masters Swimmer and Coach, Rick Walker says that difficult swim practices motivate his team, the renowned Sarasota Sharks, to work harder and that a spirit of camar...

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May 10, 2022

Awaken & Own Your Adult Athlete, Episode 147

Why do we rarely hear the words adult and athlete used together? What is a masters athlete? Generally, we think of being an athlete for the young or being a masters athlete for the elite. But Kelly and Maria talk about their ...

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May 3, 2022

Do What Makes You Feel Most Alive: Best of Kurt Dickson, EP 146

Kelly Palace and Maria Parker share their favorite moments from their interview with Kurt Dickson, including what pieces of wisdom they'll incorporate in their own lives. Kelly Give yourself permission to say “this makes me f...

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April 26, 2022

Kurt Dickson: Why a Busy E.R. Doctor Makes Time to Swim, EP 145

95-Time Masters National Champion and Marathon Swimming Triple Crown finisher makes time for the things he love – even when his schedule is inconsistent. Emergency room physician Kurt Dickson says that he prioritizes swimming...

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April 19, 2022

What Fuels an Insane World Record: Best of Amanda Coker, EP 144

Kelly Palace and Maria Parker share their favorite moments from their interview with Amanda Coker, including what pieces of wisdom they'll incorporate in their own lives. Tune into the entire episode with Amanda Coker at Cham...

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April 12, 2022

Amanda Coker: Could you cycle 200+ miles every day for a year? Episod…

What would motivate you to ride more than 200 miles per day on a bike for a year? For ultracyclist Amanda Coker, it was to heal from a traumatic injury, to inspire others and to prove the naysayers wrong. She shares her story...

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March 29, 2022

Amy Rieger: A Coach is Paramount, Episode #142, 03-29-2022

Not every physical activity is a fit for every person. The key to staying active as you age is finding something you love to do -- and record-holding masters swimmer Amy Rieger is proof. She joins the show to talk about her s...

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March 15, 2022

Why and How to Say “No”, EP 141

Were you raised to believe that saying “no” was impolite? Do you say “yes” to please the person asking before carefully considering your own needs and boundaries? Saying “no” can feel rude and difficult -- but there are advan...

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March 1, 2022

Olympian Benjamin Lo-Pinto: Return to Your Genius, Episode #140

How do you return to what you love to do after many years off -- and do it well? Olympian and All-American Masters swimmer Benjamin Lo-Pinto joins the show to share his philosophies on returning to athletics in his 40s, raisi...

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Feb. 1, 2022

7 Ways to Kick Up Your Confidence, EP 138

Are you tapping all of the benefits of confidence? Research shows self-confidence is linked to almost every element involved in a happy and fulfilling life -- including less fear and anxiety, greater motivation, more resilien...

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Jan. 4, 2022

Creating an Environment for Champions, Episode #136, 01-04-22

Are you surrounding yourself with the right tools to bring out your best, champion self? Life and leadership coaches Kelly Palace and Maria Parker share six ways you can improve your chances for success, including examples fr...

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Dec. 14, 2021

Jillian Best: Giving Life to Others, Episode #134, 12-14-2021

Are you grateful for the gift of health? Liver transplant recipient and endurance swimmer Jillian Best joins the show to talk about how a hereditary disease, and near death, continues to inspire her to greater heights today. ...

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Nov. 30, 2021

Rachael Lilienthal: Swimmer Survives Alligator Attack, Episode #133

Swimming in open water during a date, Rachael Lilienthal felt something brush across her back. At first she thought it was a kayak. Then she realized it was a huge alligator. Hear what ensues from that point on during this a...

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Aug. 10, 2021

Christen Shefchunas: Facing Fears to Achieve Confidence, EP 125

Can you be afraid and confident at the same time? Confidence Coach Christen Shefchunas believes that you cannot reach a confident point without first facing your fears. She joins the show to talk to Kelly and Maria about how ...

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June 22, 2021

Buda Šobat: Freediving World Record Holder's Wisdom, Episode #121, 0…

How do you push past discomfort to meet your goals? Guinness Book World Record Holder Budimir “Buda” Šobat joins the show to talk about his record time of free diving for 24 minutes and 33 seconds -- and how his daughter and ...

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