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Stoicism, & Mental Fitness for Athletes with Dr. William B. Irvine
In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, we are is joined by philosopher and Stoicism expert Dr. William B. Irvine to explore how ancient philosophy applies to modern life and athletics. Together, they…
Stoicism for Athletes: (Part 1) Building Mental Toughness with Dr. William B. Irvine (Part 1)
In Part 1 of this series, Dr. William B. Irvine delves into the history and core principles of Stoicism with Dr. Mani Alavi, revealing how this philosophy can support runners in achieving mental…
Fueling Performance: Dietitian Maria Herr on Nutrition, Macronutrients, and Health
In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, Dr. Mani Alavi sits down with Maria Herr, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD, a registered dietitian and passionate runner, to explore the critical role nutrition plays in…
Mastering Marathon Training and Health: Periodization, RED-S, and Energy Balance with Coach Laura Norris
In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, Dr. Mani Alavi is joined by expert endurance coach Laura Norris for an in-depth discussion on two critical aspects of marathon training: periodization and…
Breaking Down the Most Common Running Injuries (And How to Stay Injury-Free!) with Dr. Duane Scotti
In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, Dr. Mani Alavi sits down with Dr. Duane Scotti, DPT, PhD, OCS, a physical therapist and running injury specialist, to break down the most common running…
Theory to Practice: Chris Minson, PhD, on Heat Acclimation Techniques
In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, Dr. Mani Alavi sits down with Dr. Chris Minson who provides a deep dive into the process of heat acclimation for athletes, Key Takeaways: Heat Acclimation…
From Norway to the Desert: Simen Holvik’s Secrets to Mastering Heat Acclimation
In this episode of "Adaptation by Fire," we sit down with Simen Holvik, the first Norwegian to finish and win the grueling Badwater ultramarathon. Simen shares his unique journey of mastering heat…
Unlocking Heat Adaptation: Insights from Dr. Chris Minson, PhD, on Exercise Physiology and Endurance Performance in Hot Environments
In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, Dr. Mani Alavi sits down with Dr. Chris Minson, PhD, a leading expert in exercise physiology and heat science, to explore the fascinating world of human…
Specific Strength Training Exercises with Jason Fitzgerald
Specific Strength Training Exercises with Jason Fitzgerald Episode Summary: In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, Mani Alavi sits down with Jason Fitzgerald, the founder of Strength Running, to…
Fuel, Heat, and Community: Insights from Coach Fonz of Train Pegasus
In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, Mani Alavi sits down with Alfonzo Gonzalez Jr (Fonz), the head coach of Train Pegasus, a dynamic running community based in North Texas. They explore a variety…
Decoding Fatigue and Lactate: Insights with Phil Batterson Ph.D
Episode Summary: In this episode of "Adaptation by Fire," Dr. Mani Alavi sits down with Dr. Phil Batterson to explore the intricate dynamics of fatigue and lactate in exercise performance. They delve…
Heat Acclimation for Runners: Mani Alavi gets Interviewed by The Healthy Runner Podcast
In this special rebroadcast of Healthy Runner Podcast episode 229, hosted by Dr. Duane Scotti, interviews Dr. Mani Alavi regarding critical aspects of preparing your body for running in hot…
Simen Holvik's Path to Ultra Marathon Success (Part 1) and how he became the first Norwegian to win Badwater
In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, Dr. Mani Alavi interviews Norwegian Simen Holvik, an accomplished ultra marathoner and the winner of the 2023 Badwater marathon. In this first part of their…
CJ Albertson: Heat Lamp and Chicken Wire – Unconventional Heat Acclimation
In this episode of "Adaptation by Fire," Dr. Mani Alavi interviews CJ Albertson, a world-class runner renowned for his innovative approach to heat acclimation. They delve into CJ's journey into…
Weathering the Run: Weather 101 in Hot and Humid Conditions with Meteorologist Carson Vickroy - Dew Point and Heat Insights
Episode Description: In this episode of 'Adaptation by Fire,' Dr. Mani Alavi sits down with Carson Vickroy, a seasoned meteorologist, 2:26 marathoner, and marathon runner known as the "World's…
Nutrition and Mental Fitness with Coach Jeff Cunningham
Episode Description: In this episode of "Adaptation by Fire," host Dr. Mani Alavi sits down once again with renowned coach Jeff Cunningham to delve into the essential pillars of an athlete's success:…
Physical Activity and Spirituality: How a Healthy Body Contributes to a Healthy Soul and Running in the Heat of Boston with Father Michael Sliney
In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, Father Michael Sliney, a Catholic priest and marathon runner, discusses the powerful intersection of running and spirituality. Father Sliney shares his unique…
Racing Through the Heat: Mimi Smith on Elite Running, Heat Strategies, Community Support and Physical Therapy
Introduction: Welcome to "Adaptation by Fire," where resilience meets the road. In this episode, join us as we host Mimi Smith, a world-class runner who recently shone at the US Olympic trials on an…
Breathing New Life: Todd Owen’s Triumph in Physical Activity, Transplant, and Trials
Welcome to another episode of "Adaptation by Fire," where we explore extraordinary stories of human resilience and adaptation. In this episode, we welcome Todd Owen, a double lung transplant…
Strengthening Mental Fitness in Athletes W/ Dr. Justin Ross
In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, your hosts Dr. Mani Alavi and Dr. Justin Ross, a licensed clinical psychologist, delve into the critical yet often overlooked realm of mental fitness in…
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