Empowered Team Podcast

Grit. Some people have it, some don't, but everyone wants more of it. Doug Bruce may have a  few answers for you. After a stellar career on volleyball courts around the world, former National team setter Doug Bruce retired and settled into a career. Then through a chance encounter, he was exposed to the world of ultra running. Within the span of a year he had set his sights on entering - and trying to complete - one of the toughest races in the world, the Leadville 100. This is a long interview and there is absolute gold sprinkled for you to collect throughout, as Doug takes us through the gut wrenching challenges he faced and what it took to reach his goal. Enjoy!

Don't forget, the 12:30 Challenge is in full swing. 2019 is our year of challenges with a new 30-day challenge running each month of the year. Join the Challenge via the link below and commit to improving yourself one day at a time. No excuses, it's absolutely free!

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Charlotte Prouse is a firecracker. When she's not leaving opponents from around the world in her dust on the track or on a x-country course, she's firing up teammates in workouts or in the gym. One of Canada's top running talents, Charlotte hasn't run the easiest road. She's had her share of struggle - enough to force a change in schools in the middle of her NCAA career. Join us for an enlightening discussion on athletics, pressure, stress, and finding happiness with the amazing Charlotte Prouse. 

Don't forget, the 12:30 Challenge is in full swing. 2019 is our year of challenges with a new 30-day challenge running each month of the year. Join the Challenge via the link below and commit to improving yourself one day at a time. No excuses, it's absolutely free!

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge for 2019 - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

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2018 - we may look back on this year when we're 90 years old as the toughest of them all. It challenged us in almost every way imaginable and pushed our relationship to the limit. In this episode we both share our biggest takeaways from what the year threw at us, and how we grew from the experience. Looking forward, we're fired up to bring you the 12:30 Challenge and want you to join us in making 2019 one to remember! Join the Challenge via the link below and commit to improving yourself one day at a time.

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With the holidays upon us, we thought it would be the perfect time to share with you some of the things we find most special about this time of year. In the spirit of giving, we cover everything you need to know about our new project for 2019, the 12:30 Challenge. Learn why we created it, how it works, and how to get involved to make next year, your best ever! Here's a hint - sign up below - it's absolutely free. Have an incredible holiday with your loved ones and join us in making ourselves, and the world, a better place in the New Year!

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How do you get to the CFL? Play as much hockey as you can! Offensive lineman Jude St. John spent 14 years in the Canadian Football League, but his first sporting love was on the ice and football simply filled the void between seasons. As a 315lb professional, Jude struck fear in opponents, and the owners of "all you can eat" restaurants. Don't miss this great conversation with Jude as we cover his fascinating career and how he found his true calling once he retired from the gridiron. The Empowered Athlete Podcast welcomes Jude St. John.

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 EP11 Courtney Birchard

Hockey world champion Courtney Birchard joins us on this episode of the show to share some deep insights into elite hockey, from on the ice AND from behind the bench. After a highly decorated career Courtney is on the coaching fast track as the head coach of the Toronto Furies. Having seen both sides of the boards, she has a unique perspective you won't want to miss!

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This is it! Time to reveal some powerful, yet simple habits you can roll into your routine to up your game. In this episode we share some of our most effective habits that keep us training hard, injury free, and feeling great. If you can incorporate some of these ideas into your own routine, we guarantee you'll see the results! 

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Electrifying - a great word to describe the sport of rugby 7s and our guest on this episode, Conor Trainor. Conor is an elite rugby player who has represented his country on the rugby pitch in both 7s AND 15s and had the chance to make his World Cup debut against the infamous All Blacks of New Zealand. In this wide ranging conversation we cover how he got into the game, dealing with injury, life as a pro living abroad, romantic comedies and so much more! We guarantee you'll be a fan of Conor by the end of the hour. 

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During the 2005-2006 OHL season Rob Schremp exploded - capping off a prolific junior career by leading the OHL in scoring with 57 goals and 145 points in only 57 games and adding ten goals and 47 points in 19 playoff games. But for those in the know in the hockey world, Schremp had been on their radar since he was a twelve year old. How is talent like this created? How is it taught? Sit back and enjoy this in-depth conversation with Rob as we explore his beginnings in sport, right through his professional career and the search for stability under the microscope that is professional hockey. 

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Gymnast Kris Burley, the pride of Truro, Nova Scotia shares with us his journey from a small town on Canada's east coast to competing on the world's biggest stage - the Olympic games. It's a story that sheds light on the struggles faced by many, unsure of who they truly are. It highlights the incredible force that Kris Burley has become - tearing down barriers and blazing a new trail for all LGBTQ2SI athletes in Canada and around the world. We are proud to call Kris our friend and thrilled to share his story with you.

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