The Ready State Podcast

• Sue Norman: Racing Rapids, Becoming an Unexpected Parent at 56, & Risking It All

  View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushSue Norman’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From her roots as a world-class whitewater athlete and U.S. National Champion to her time in the military and her inspiring decision to become a mom at 56, Sue’s life is packed with resilience, adventure, and heart. In this episode of The Ready State Podcast, Sue shares her incredible story of navigating risk, overcoming childhood challenges, thriving in elite sports, and embracing unexpected motherhood. Learn how she balanced a life of daring whitewater adventures, military service, and raising a child from a tough start in life. Tune in for lessons on courage, adaptability, and finding strength in the wild outdoors. Don’t miss this deeply inspiring conversation with a true legend.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow Sue went from a chaotic childhood to becoming a world-class paddlerThe unlikely Army program that launched her elite kayaking careerWhat it takes to lead an all-women’s rafting team through Class V rapidsHow nature became her anchor during trauma, menopause, and motherhoodWhy she took legal custody of her nephew at 56 — and how it changed herWhat parenting a traumatized child taught her about strength, identity, and healingSponsorsThis episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Laird Superfood, The World As You'll Know It podcast, Momentous, and LMNT.

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• Jay Maddock: The Profound Health Benefits of Nature Exposure In As Little As 120 Minutes Per Week

  View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushAre you spending 8 hours a day in front of screens? It’s time to give your brain a break with nature! Discover how just 120 minutes a week outdoors can transform your mood, boost executive function, and even improve your immune system. From walking in a local park to engaging in forest bathing, this video explores the profound mental and physical health benefits of reconnecting with the environment.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow outdoor exposure boosts physical and mental healthThe science behind 10-minute, 90-minute, and weekend doses of natureWhy hospital patients recover faster with a window viewHow cities, schools, and even prisons are using green space to reduce diseaseWhat “nature deficit disorder” is doing to kids and adults alikeHow to design your life for more sun, soil, and spaceHear about groundbreaking research on nature exposure, its impact on PTSD, urban design for green spaces, and how nature prescriptions are reshaping healthcare. Tune in to learn how small doses of nature can make a big difference for your well-being!SponsorsThis episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Laird Superfood, The World As You'll Know It podcast, Momentous, and LMNT.

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• Nathan Adrian: From Podium to Purpose: 8 Medals Across 3 Olympics, Cancer, and Rebuilding Identity After Sport

  View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushWhat happens after you win five gold medals in the Olympics?In this episode, 5 time Olympic Gold Medalist swimmer and entrepreneur, Nathan Adrian, opens up about the pressure of elite performance, the shock of a cancer diagnosis, and what it’s like to rebuild identity after sport.He’s an Olympic icon, but also a husband, father, and now co-founder of a company that helps young athletes learn to love swimming. This isn’t just about performance — it’s about purpose, transition, and what it means to evolve.Whether you’re chasing big goals, recovering from a setback, or trying to figure out what comes next — this episode hits home.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow Nathan trained for Olympic success (and mental longevity)What .01 seconds taught him about belief and pressureWhy missing the 2008 team became his breakthroughHow cancer changed his priorities and sense of identityThe mindset shifts required to move beyond the Olympics and elite sportWhy fun, community, and mentorship are the next frontierSponsorsThis episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Laird Superfood, The World As You'll Know It podcast, Momentous, and LMNT.

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• Katy Bowman & Dr. Diana Hill: Recognizing and Eliminating Barriers to Movement

  View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushMost people don’t struggle with movement — they struggle with the mindset around movement.In this episode, psychologist Diana Hill and biomechanist Katy Bowman break down the real reasons so many of us stay stuck in sedentary loops. It’s not laziness. It’s not time. It’s our mental patterns:“If I can’t do a full 45-minute workout… why bother doing anything at all?”This is the all-or-nothing trap. And it’s silently keeping millions of people from ever getting started. In this conversation, you’ll learn how to identify your personal barriers to movement, shift the way you think about progress, and create a more flexible, self-compassionate relationship with your body.Whether you’re a parent, a busy professional, or someone trying to reclaim your health — this episode will help you stop waiting for the “perfect” workout and start making every bit of movement count.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy rigid beliefs around exercise are blocking your healthHow psychological flexibility aids in eliminating barriers to movementWhy “not enough time” is a myth that keeps you stuckHow to break free from perfectionist, all-or-nothing thinkingHow to build a lifestyle where movement happens naturallyTools from ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) that actually work

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• Danny Matta: How Cash-Based Care Unlocks Better Outcomes and Why the Traditional Medical Model Fails Patients and Practitioners

  View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushFrom Army PT to a successful entrepreneur, Danny Matta’s journey is nothing short of inspirational. Starting as a military physical therapist stationed in Hawaii, he transformed his skills and vision into building multiple successful businesses, including PT Biz, which empowers physical therapists to create and scale thriving cash-based practices. As the host of the PT Entrepreneur Podcast, one of the most influential physical therapy podcasts, Danny shares insights on patient care, business strategies, and creating sustainable growth.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow Dr. Danny Matta went from military PT to building a network of physical therapy clinics with over $100M in top-line revenueWhy the traditional medical model fails both patients and physical therapistsHow cash-based care unlocks better outcomes, higher autonomy, and more incomeThe role of clarity, connection, and trust in patient successThe behind-the-scenes power of partnerships — and how Danny built his business with his wife AshleyHow PT Biz is helping reshape the future of musculoskeletal careDiscover how Danny's passion for innovation and helping others has impacted thousands of clinicians, revolutionized musculoskeletal care, and reshaped the future of physical therapy. Don't miss this motivating episode packed with valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and health professionals alike!SponsorsThis episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. That means salt — with no sugar. With athletes (especially youth) overloading on caffeine, LMNT helps you hydrate the right way — caffeine-free, sugar-free, and packed with potassium and magnesium. Skip the crash, sleep better, and hydrate like a human. Bonus points for drinking it hot with your pinky up.

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