The Michael Caz Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Brain Hacking, Consciousness, and the Science of Sleep - Ep. 55 Sep 05, 2016

Show notes

Dr. Leslie Sherlin joins us on the show this week. We pick up right where things off on a previous episode with Michael Gervais. Leslie is a professional brain hacker and CEO/Co-founder of SenseLabs; the leading innovator in brain training. We'll be getting into how the brain contributes to the way we think, feel, behave, and perform, as well as what happens in "high stakes" moments, Leslie's new App "Sense Sleep", and simple exercises that will boost your productivity. There's so much more I can say about this episode but you're better off just pressing play. Enjoy the show.

**Also side note, my audio cut out at the very end which is why it is a little abrupt.**

Links:

SenseLabs Versus Headset – Unlock your full potential through improved brain performance Leslie Sherlin, PHD – Official Website Sense Sleep – Official App

Topics of Discussion:

[2:45] Who is Leslie Sherlin

[6:45] What is brain-mapping?

[10:35] How can we use brain-mapping?

[20:30] How to implement brain-mapping techniques into your daily routine

[22:12] Why are breathing techniques so important & What does it do for you?

[24:48] Vagal tones

[25:25 More on brain waves & Our decision making process in "high stakes" moments

[27:40] Consciousness, Awareness, & How to train better

[30:05] Neuroplasticity

[40:44] Leslie's company – SenseLabs

[42:25] The science of sleep/ recovery

[52:25] Simple exercise that can help you become more productive

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Functional medicine and dieting for performance w/ Dr. House - Ep. 54 Aug 29, 2016

Show notes

Dr. Ben House (@dr_ben_house) is interviewed this week. Strap in because it's not long before we start geeking out on topics like mindfulness, meditation, dieting, the human body and especially functional medicine. You will quickly learn that Ben is not your ordinary Doctor, but one with a passion for superior athletic performance through holistic functional practice. This guy is all about finding problems before they start and helping you make quality decisions about your health. Join us as we dive into things like; what you should be asking your doctor, high fat diet, nutrient timing, gluten and much, much more.

Links:

Dr. House - Functional medicine

Facebook

@casa_colibri

Topics of discussion:

[5:03] Living wholeheartedly and without distractions

[7:45] Mindfulness practice, thoughts & actions

[11:43] What is functional medicine?

[17:39] What things should you be asking your doctor?

[21:10] Performance diet

[29:14] Metabolic flexibility

[30:24] High fat diet

[38:28] What you should know about gluten

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Cold, Tired, Hungry & "Hallucinating" w/ Joe De Sena - Ep. 53 Aug 22, 2016

Show notes

Best-selling author, and CEO/ co-founder of The Death Race and the Spartan Race; Joe De Sena is on the show this week. Joe is an amazing story teller and an even better mentor. In this episode, we'll be getting into his new book "Spartan Fit!", a 30 day challenge that will help you transform your body and mind. Take my word for it and put this one on your reading list, link below. This episode is about pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone and demanding transformation. You'll get to hear some of Joe's personal stories and valuable lessons that we can all take away including how he runs his business, motivating others and giving people the tools to better deal with life.

Links:

Spartan Race

Death Race

Spartan X

Books:

Spartan Fit! – Joe De Sena

Spartan Up! – Joe De Sena

Topics of discussion:

[1:45] The Alaska story

[9:00] Marathon Monks

[13:25] Entrepreneurship & making money

[19:55] "On the edge of death" – where transformation happens

[29:50] Spartan X

[40:38] Business & learning

[49:29] Spartan Fit!

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Performance Psychology, Mindfulness, Self-Mastery ft. Michael Gervais - Ep. 52 Aug 15, 2016

Show notes

This week on the Brute Strength Podcast, we'll be talking all about the Mind & Performance Psychology. I had the chance to interview Michael Gervais (@michaelgervais), a highly decorated Sports Psychologist for the Seattle Sea Hawks, regarding some of the common mental attributes in today's top level performers. We'll be getting into things like mindfulness, brain mapping, gratitude journaling, and a bunch of tips and tricks that you can start applying to your daily routine today. Join us as we begin going down the path to mastery & self-discovery.

Links:

Finding Mastery | Win Forever | Instagram

Topics of discussion:

[1:40] Psychology

Understanding how the minds works
Working with the Seattle Sea Hawks

[7:35] Daily practices that will help keep you in the Present

How to train your mind
Self-Discovery

[10:10] 3-Tips to help figuring out who you are

Understanding your thoughts

[15:15] Journaling & Why you should be doing it

[27:42] Motivation

[35:30] Vulnerability, Openness, and Growth

[38:19] Brain mapping

4 Brain waves (Alpha, Beta, Theta, Delta)

[47:00] Team work, Team building

[55:55] Felix Baumgartner & overcoming fear

Red Bull Stratos Project

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Dana Linn and Rob Bailey on building your body, brand and relationship - Ep. 51 Aug 08, 2016

Show notes

Dana Linn Bailey (@danalinnbailey) and Rob Bailey (@robfuckingbailey), two big names in the Body Building and Physique world are on the show this week. In this episode, we get into the early parts of Dana's competitive bodybuilding and physique career, launching a successful gym and clothing brand, and of course, lifting heavy shit. These guys are a result of hard work, dedication, and crushing it in the gym - it's no surprise to see how successful they've become. Enjoy the show.

Snapchat: HeyitsDLB | KillRobBailey Twitter: @daydayknucks

Links:

Run Everything Labs – Supplements

Flag Nor Fail – Clothing

danalinnbailey.com

SpeedWarHouse

Hustle Standard – Artist page

Topics of discussion:

[2:25] Dana on being fit before it was cool

[13:26] Going against the norm & being yourself

[23:30] Making a busy relationship work

[27:50] Clothing line: Flag Nor Fail

[31:44] Working out/ training style

[35:55] Misconceptions about building mass

[37:35] Nutrition & How to make a diet work

Intermittent fasting – Article

[41:55] Chef Rob Bailey

[43:30] Fears

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Running, Endurance training, and Building an engine - Ep. 50 Aug 01, 2016

Show notes

Endurance Coach, Nate Helming (@natehelming) is on the show this week. He's here to answer a lot of your questions about running and endurance training including; how often you should be running, how to get over the mental aspects of running, breathing tips, popular running shoes, and his project "The Run Experience", which helps CrossFitters add more running into their programming.

Topics of discussion:

[1:15] Intro, Background, San Francisco CrossFit

How Nate fixed a hamstring injury
Finding CrossFit

[12:15] How CrossFit changed Nate's training as an endurance athlete

[17:34] Running & CrossFit

Building an engine

[23:20] Why do some people HATE running?

[24:07] How much you should be running as an Open athlete

[26:03] How to train endurance

[29:30] Aerobic benefits

Breathing
The "nose breathing mile" – TRY THIS!!!

[35:00] Jeff Galloway

The "Run-Walk" method

[39:05] Minimalist shoes VS. Maximalist shoes

[47:54] Mental aspects of running

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Lessons from the underground strength gym and the relentless pursuit of excellence - Ep. 49 Jul 25, 2016

Show notes

Zach Even-Esh (@zevenesh), founder of the Underground Strength Gym is on the show. If you love coaching athletes then this episode is for you. Zach went from being a school teacher to building a Strength & Conditioning empire. His passion is to help athletes not only crush it in the gym but crush it in life while staying true to yourself and following your dreams. This episode takes off right from the beginning, once he gets going there's no stopping him. There's a lot to soak in from this episode so sit back, take it all in, and enjoy.

Links:

Website

Underground Strength

Get Certified – Underground Strength Certification

Twitter

Topics of discussion:

[0:55] Intro – who is Zach Even-Esh?

Working out at a young age
Educating yourself
Passion for Body Building

[4:23] Andre "The Giant"

Zach's time in Israel
Getting out of Body Building & training for strength
Training wrestlers & football players

[16:00] Turning a passion into a business

Underground Strength Gyms

[19:48] Training athletes

Physical & Mental training philosophy
Working with younger generations

[23:50] Finding a mentor

Joe DeFranco
Being relentless & seeking out excellence
Training for character

[37:46] Advice for young Coaches

Making a living as a Strength Coach
Finding clients/ getting your name out
How to grow your gym

[49:57] Working with kids

Notable mentions:

EliteFTS

Westside-Barbell

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Business, Fitness and Relationships ft. Christmas Abbott - Ep. 48 Jul 18, 2016

Show notes

This week I interview CrossFit celebrity Christmas Abbott (@christmasabbott). We talk about The CrossFit Games, Relationships, Success, and what happened when she bombed the American Open on the clean & jerk. For those of you who don't know her – she's tough, tattooed, and she can kick your ass. She can also teach you a thing or two about getting fit and starting a successful business so be sure to check her out. Enjoy.

Links:

Official Website

"The Badass Body Diet" – Christmas Abbott

Topics of discussion:

[1:05] CrossFit Games

[4:50] Dating and Relationships

[9:05] Most defining & rewarding moments

[14:22] Success & Happiness

[21:40] Conquering fear & weaknesses

[30:05] Diet & Exercise on the road

[33:16] Top 4 career moments

[35:10] Bombing the A.O.

[40:30] Advice for anyone trying to change their body

Diet tips

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How to manage top caliber athletes on and off the floor - Ep. 47 Jul 11, 2016

Show notes

Matt O'Keefe (@okeefmr), the owner of RedLine Gear is on the show. Matt has been an up-and-coming name in the CrossFit community doing a lot of work behind the scenes managing athletes and allowing them to do what they do best; win.

Before it all started, Matt was going through the motions as an Insurance salesman. Everything changed when he finally decided to start TEAM Group, a full service athlete management firm that now represents 14 athletes, including Mat Fraser and Brooke Ence. This episode is about taking risks, following your dreams, and loving what you do. Let Matt's story motivate you to overcome your fears and pursue your passion.

Links:

TEAM Group

RedLine Gear

Topics of discussion:

[2:05] Introduction – How Matt became an agent

[4:40] RedLine Gear & Mat Fraser

[6:38] The birth of TEAM Group

[8:05] Managing athletes

[17:50] Philosophy, Managing Competitions & Business, Challenges

[25:27] Loving what you do

[42:25] The "Fuck it" moment – starting RedLine

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How I beat drug addiction and won the CrossFit Games ft. Michael Cazayoux - Ep. 46 Jul 05, 2016

Show notes

We're switching things up a bit. I'm the one in the hot seat being interviewed by the wonderful Adee Zukier (@adeezukier). In this episode I'll be sharing a little bit more about myself, such as my life and family in New Roads, LA, how I overcame drug addiction, winning the CrossFit games, my morning routine, and life after CrossFit.

My goal is to inspire as many people as possible and this episode is my chance to demonstrate how anyone can beat the struggles we're all faced with in life. For me, it was drug addiction, a back injury, and an overwhelming fear of failure. For those of you looking to make a drastic change in your life to better yourself, just know that ANYTHING is possible once you put your mind to it. In this episode, I'll be sharing a few things that have helped me along the way in hopes that it may also help you on your journey. Thanks for listening.

Topics of discussion:

[1:40] Growing up in New Roads, LA

[3:30] Drug addiction

[5:33] My rock bottom moment

[9:27] Staying clean

[11:25] How I found CrossFit

[16:53] Winning the CrossFit Games

[18:15] Dealing with Spondylolisthesis

[23:25] Life after CrossFit

[25:25] Going from Competing to Coaching

[27:30] Taking a leap of faith

[35:19] How I deal with the fear of failure