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This episode I got the chance to talk with Theresa Ivancik, Pro-Body Builder.  She is a lot more than a female IFBB Bodybuilder, she is a trainer, gym owner and Insurance Agent.  We talk about her career and journey in bodybuilding, as well as the challenges female competitors face .  We hit on things to look for in a trainer, face to face and on-line, as well as where the sport could be going.  I had a blast talking with Theresa and know you will enjoy it as well.    If you want to get more info on Theresa check her out on IG @tivancik_ifbbpro, or her website https://theresaivancik.com/   And as always feel free to send in any comments or questions to dogliferadio@yahoo.com snf follow me on IG at @giuggio64.

Today I am dropping another tattoo-type episode.  In this show I again vist the great Doug Fortin at Iron Eel Tattoo in Collinsville, CT.  We has a 3 or 4 hour sitting and I ended up keeping only a small portion of it for the show.  We hit on the usual stuff we like to talk about as I sit and get inked.  Yep this is my mindfulness, this is my zen.   And as always feel free to send in any comments or questions to dogliferadio@yahoo.com snf follow me on IG at @giuggio64.

As the CrossFit OPEN launches 20.1 I had the chance to talk with Nicole (Niki) Brazier - CrossFit HQ reporter about much more than CrossFit.  We of course spoke about donuts, eating, steroids, yes, CrossFit and training as well as much more!  She is extremely funny and super interesting.  ENJOY! I know I did. If you want to learn more about her follow her on IG @REPORTERNICOLE. And as always feel free to send in any comments or questions to dogliferadio@yahoo.com snf follow me on IG at @giuggio64.

Welcome back to Dog Life Radio, I will call this season 3, episode 1 or overall episode 55.  Take your pick!  In today's show I sit down face to face with CrossFit Games athlete and Firefighter, Katrina LaClair.  As I find out, Katrina is much more than  a "CrossFit Athlete", she has a great story and even better taste in movies.    If you want to learn more about her check her out on IG @KATLAC860.   And as always feel free to send in any comments or questions to dogliferadio@yahoo.com.

This week I had the opportunity to talk with Mark Sleight, host of the 40 Fit & Fabulous podcast and personal trainer.  Mark and I connected over a year ago and have stayed connected since.  We catch up on what is happening in his life, as well as his story on how he has gotten to the point of launching Health Buddy (his IG handle and website https://healthbuddy.fit/)      Be sure to check out more about Mark on his YouTube, IG and FaceBook - all at Health Buddy and of course his Podcast; 40 Fit and Fabulous.   DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio.   And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/   For Dog Life Radio shirts, hats, and swag - head to https://www.sixsquirrelstudios.com/store  

This week I get to have a talk with Justin Andrews of Mind Pump Media and the Mind Pump podcast!  Not only is he one of the hosts one of the best health and fitness podcasts out there today he is also a certified trained - on too many levels to list.  But also his drive to be a top athlete piqued his interest in training, biometrics, and nutrition. Once he realized the impact these elements had on his athletic performance he started down a path of learning all he could about fitness and nutrition. Justin’s passionate dedication to maximizing his athletic performance led to him becoming a college athlete and earning a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology.    You can get more info about Justin and his pals at https://www.mindpumpmedia.com/ or follow them on IG @mindpumpjustin, @mindpumpsal, @mindpumpadam.   DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio.   And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/   For Dog Life Radio shirts, hats, and swag - head to https://www.sixsquirrelstudios.com/store

This week I talk a bit about where could you, should you start in your fitness journey.  There are so many things to think about and i give you my rant on what to start with.  Enjoy.   DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio.   And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/   For Dog Life Radio shirts, hats, and swag - head to https://www.sixsquirrelstudios.com/store   Special shout out to friend of the podcast - Absolute Nutrition Center in Chicopee, MA.  More than just supplements.  It’s a place to find everything you need to improve; diet/nutrition, coaching and of course supplements!

This week I examine the age old question, HOME GYM or GYM GYM.  Or whatever.  New year, same question.  I am going to start working out and getting into shape so should I join a gym or buy some equipment.  There are many pro's and con's to each side and in this show I jump into both sides and give you some food for thought.    DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio.   And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/   For Dog Life Radio shirts, hats, and swag - head to https://www.sixsquirrelstudios.com/store   Special shout out to friend of the podcast - Absolute Nutrition Center in Chicopee, MA.  More than just supplements.  It’s a place to find everything you need to improve; diet/nutrition, coaching and of course supplements!

Just a quick hello as we look ahead the the new year and reflect on 2018.  I wanted to thank all my guests, sponsor and friends of the show from 2018 and of course my listeners as well.  DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio.   And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/   For Dog Life Radio shirts, hats, and swag - head to https://www.sixsquirrelstudios.com/store   Special shout out to friend of the podcast - Absolute Nutrition Center in Chicopee, MA.  More than just supplements.  It’s a place to find everything you need to improve; diet/nutrition, coaching and of course supplements!  

This episode is one for the record books - I get to sit down and talk with THE OG, David Henry.  David is a current IFBB competitor with too many titles and accolades to list but he is coming off a huge win in Japan and might be most well known as the 2008 Men's 202 lb Mr Olympia.  We talk about David's background in the military, training, eating, supplements, family life, as well as Social Justice Warriors and Internet Whimps!    For more on David check him out on IG at davidhenry_ifbbpro, You Tube at David Henry - The real DH.       DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio.   And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/   For Dog Life Radio shirts, hats, and swag - head to https://www.sixsquirrelstudios.com/store   Special shout out to friend of the podcast - Absolute Nutrition Center in Chicopee, MA.  More than just supplements.  It’s a place to find everything you need to improve; diet/nutrition, coaching and of course supplements!   And as always do not forget the sponsor of this precious podcast: the best coffee on the planet….Deathwish Coffee  www.deathwishcoffee.com

This week I had the absolute pleasure of speaking to someone that is setting the world on fire - Eric Leija - yes the PRIMAL SWOLEDIER (IG tag) is live with yours truly.  He gets on the horn with me and we talk about all things training, eating, shaking your ass and why he rarely is wearing a shirt!  This was recorded right before Thanksgiving and I know you enjoy it..   For more on Eric check him out on IG at primal swoledier, FaceBook and You Tube Primal Swoledier ALSO at www.ericleija.com.      DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio.   And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/   For Dog Life Radio shirts, hats, and swag - head to https://www.sixsquirrelstudios.com/store   Special shout out to friend of the podcast - Absolute Nutrition Center in Chicopee, MA.  More than just supplements.  It’s a place to find everything you need to improve; diet/nutrition, coaching and of course supplements!   And as always do not forget the sponsor of this precious podcast: the best coffee on the planet….Deathwish Coffee  www.deathwishcoffee.com

This week I had the opportunity to speak with Coach Karen Smith, Master Trainer at Strong First and overall health and fitness guru.  She is an incredible person and athlete - we cover lots of ground in this one; from training approaches, kettlebell movements and nutrition.  She is also an author of the eBook REFiNE.  This inst just a book, it is 3 different programs, 24 weeks of training, demo videos, articles, tips and coaching cues, and much more!  You can get this book for 50% off from 11/27/18 thru 12/1/18.  YES 50% OFF, using promo code DOGLIFE.   For more on Coach Karen, check her out on IG at _coach_karen and you can find more info about her and Karen's programming at her website www.coachkarensmith.com    DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio.   And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/   For Dog Life Radio shirts, hats, and swag - head to https://www.sixsquirrelstudios.com/store   And as always do not forget the sponsor of this precious podcast: the best coffee on the planet….Deathwish Coffee  www.deathwishcoffee.com

If you are into data analysis or at the least figuring out the best ways to improve your performance then this week's guest is perfect for you.  Dr Gabe Sanders drops in to talk thru the work he is doing at Northern Kentucky University (NKU) in world of Exercise Science and Sports Performance.  He is a professor at NKU and his work runs the gambit of research and analysis of sports performance, wearable technology, training workloads and optimizing overall performance!  Wow - right up our alley.  Check him out on twitter at gabejsanders and you can find more of his research at www.allinstrength.com    DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio.   And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/   For Dog Life Radio gear - head to https://www.sixsquirrelstudios.com/store   And as always do not forget the sponsor of this precious podcast: the best coffee on the planet….Deathwish Coffee  www.deathwishcoffee.com

This week I bring to you the last part in the Building a Healthier You trilogy - this week we focus on nutrition and all things related to it.  I talk about macros, micros, fad diets and things to stay away from as well as the secret to the BEST DIET in the world.    DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio.   And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/   For Dog Life Radio gear - head to https://www.sixsquirrelstudios.com/store   And as always do not forget the sponsor of this precious podcast: the best coffee on the planet….Deathwish Coffee  www.deathwishcoffee.com

This week I bring to you a look into the world of Kettlebells, quick and effective training approaches for the beginner and the expert.  He has a really interesting background and story - listen in as we talk about his journey which helped to shape his modern - and more practical approach to exercise and fitness.  You can follow Justin on Instagram @QUICKWOD.  DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio.   And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/ For Dog Life Radio gear - head to https://www.sixsquirrelstudios.com/store And as always do not forget the sponsor of this precious podcast: the best coffee on the planet….Deathwish Coffee  www.deathwishcoffee.com

This week I bring to you my conversation with Dr. Corey Peacock, the Head Performance Coach and Sports Scientist at Peacock Performance Inc in Florida. He is provides strength & conditioning, physiological analysis, and injury prevention methodologies for some of the world’s ‘Elite’ Combat Athletes including  Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson, Volkan Oezdemir, Michael Chandler Jr, and Chris Algieri to name a few.   You can find Corey on Instagram at drcpeacock and check out his website at www.peacockperformance.com   DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio.   And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/   For Dog Life Radio gear - head to https://www.sixsquirrelstudios.com/store   And as always do not forget the sponsor of this precious podcast: the best coffee on the planet….Deathwish Coffee  www.deathwishcoffee.com

I had the pleasure of talking with Sarah Ashman, Registered Dietitian/Clinical Nutritionist & Dietician, about all things related to GUT HEALTH.  We talk about pre-biotics/pro-biotics, nutritional impact to your digestion as well as a fun turn down the path on the 2 ways a baby gets out of a belly!  We hit on the signs of poor gut health and the symptoms, what to do and how to address it.    You can follow Sarah on her Facebook page Pump, Dump & Hump - which is a great one!  And her website will be up in the near term www.sarahashmanrd.com  Keep yer eyes open for it.   DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio. And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/

This week's episode highlights my conversation with JASON LEENAARTS, he is a trainer/gym owner, author and fellow podcast host.  We talk about his gym, Revolutionary Fitness & Therapy and all the cool things he has going on there, as well as what to look for in a trainer.  Don’t forget to check our his show, Revolutionary You!.   You can find Jason on Facebook & Instagram - Jason Lenaarts!   DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio. And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/

So I lied, this will be more than a 2 part series to optimize, enhance and improve yourself.  It will take us 3 episodes to cover it all in this  episode I reintroduce the Giuggio Theory for building a better you:  Lifestyle + Nutrition = You.  We cover all aspects of exercise and how to build a program just for you.      DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio. And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/

Hey gang this is the first half of a two part show on the best way to optimize, enhance and improve yourself.  This  episode I introduce the Giuggio method for building a better you:  Lifestyle + Nutrition = You.  I breakdown the components of our lifestyles that directly impact losing weight, building muscle, increasing your health and overall well being.  No secrets here but hopefully you pick up a few nuggets of gold.    DON’T FORGET - follow me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - all at Dog Life Radio. And write to the podcast at DogLifeRadio@yahoo.com as well as my website https://dogliferadio.podbean.com/