• Ep. 165 Vapor Trail 125 Mountain Bike Race: A Colorado Classic with Jeff Kerkove, Mike Franco, Shawn Gillis, Camden Gillis, and Sonya Looney
    Jul 8 2024

    Join Travis and an incredible crew for an inspiring and educational conversation about the Vapor Trail 125, an epic mountain bike race in the Salida, Colorado area that climbs some 18,000 vertical feet at high altitude in the Rocky Mountains (www.vaportrail125.com).

    Jeff Kerkove is a legendary endurance mountain biker on Team Topeak Ergon presented by Canyon with extensive experience (and significant results) in races all over the world, including more than 10 Vapor Trail 125 rides.

    Mike Franco is an experienced endurance mountain biker and Race Director for Vapor Trail 125.

    Shawn Gillis founded Absolute Bikes in Salida, Colorado and started the Vapor Trail 125 event in 2005; he has finished most events you can think of, including more than 25 Leadville 100 Mountain Bike Races. His son, Camden, is a recent graduate of Colorado School of Mines who is competing this summer in the Lead Challenge and Vapor Trail 125.

    Sonya Looney (www.sonyalooney.com) is a professional mountain biker, podcast host, coach, speaker, and previous winner of Vapor Trail 125.

    Put your chamoises on, folks, because this one might require some cushion for the pushin’!

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    Rebecca Rusch
    Mike Kloser
    Sonya Looney
    Kait Boyle

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  • Ep. 164 Supporting Youth Athletes for Peak Performance and General Wellness with Travis Macy and Michelle Payne
    Jul 1 2024

    Join Michelle Payne of The Coaching Champions Summit and Travis as they discuss supporting athletes for peak performance and general wellness. Interested parents and coaches, please check out the Summit for great resources for supporting the young people we care about.

    The Coaching Champions Summit Website | Instagram | Facebook

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    Ep. 44 - Rebecca Rush

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  • Tour de France & Olympics Cycling/MTB: Main Stories, Sneaky Scoops, and American Riders…Plus Wisdom and Stoke from Writer Micah Ling
    Jun 24 2024

    Micah Ling’s journey from education to becoming a prominent figure in sports journalism is a story that blends sports analysis with love for the thrill of the ride. Travis Macy sits down with Micah to share insights and predictions for the upcoming Tour de France and Olympic cycling and triathlon events.

    In Micah's world, perseverance, passion, and community support in both cycling and creative writing are paired with the transformative power of storytelling in sports journalism. From discussing athletes’ mindsets to embracing emotions in sports, Travis and Micah foster a deeper understanding of the connections between athletes and their audiences.

    Micah Ling is a freelance writer, cyclist, and trail runner based in Salida, Colorado, who writes daily for Bicycling.com and has bylines in Bicycling, Trail Runner, Women’s Running, Outside, Esquire, and more. She has done brand work for Strava, Camelbak, Tracksmith, TPC, On Running, Velocio, Topo Designs.

    Join Micah and Travis for a fascinating and inspirational look at Micah’s career process plus discussion of the upcoming road and mountain biking calendar.

    Learn more about Micah on her website and follow her on Instagram.

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  • Ep. 162 My ADHD Journey with Travis Macy
    Jun 17 2024

    Host Travis Macy's life has always been an adventure. In this episode of the Travis Macy Show, reflects on his personal journey with ADHD, and how he learned to harness his strengths and manage challenges.

    Travis shares stories from his high school days when his intense focus and energy helped fuel success in sports and academics - and led to challenges like overtraining injuries and relationship struggles. Plus, how he navigated college athletics and his professional career competing in various endurance sports events.

    Find out tools and strategies he has found to help maximize his potential and wellness. Travis hopes his story will provide insight on finding your game and playing to your unique strengths and talents, especially for those navigating life with neurodiversity.


    Related episodes include:

    Ep. 82 - Debbie Reber
    Ep. 155 - Dr. John Ratey
    Ep. 158 - Dr. Patrick LaCount

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  • Ep. 161 Finding Balance: Adventures, Parenthood, and the Grit of Endurance with Mountain Guide Jason Antin
    Jun 3 2024

    Jason Antin is a legendary mountain guide and devoted father who has conquered peaks across the globe and inspired countless adventurers to join him. He joins Travis Macy to talk about living passionately while prioritizing family, and how grit from endurance sports seamlessly translate into the realm of parenting.

    With candid insights and personal stories, Jason shares his journey of finding equilibrium, setting a positive example for his daughters, and saying yes to new opportunities while honoring family priorities.

    They discuss the nuances of pushing children into activities, the balance between specialization and variety in children's sports, navigating risk as both guides and parents. Plus, learn about Beat Monday, encouraging 9-5ers to embrace epic outdoor challenges on the weekends.

    Travis is also joined by his friend Anthony Palmer, host of Wake.Dad.Drink.Repeat, which you can find on your favorite podcast platform.

    Learn more about Beat Monday and Jason.

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  • Ep. 160 Corrine Malcolm: Transvulcania Ultramarathon, Art & Science of Ultrarunning, Biathlon, and More
    May 20 2024
    Professional sports are just one aspect of Corrine Malcolm’s life.

    She joins host Travis Macy to discuss her multifaceted career as a coach, podcaster and live sports commentator, and how she juggles it all while thriving as a professional runner.

    Corrine shares how she manages her busy schedule while staying healthy as an endurance athlete, including lessons learned from past overtraining experiences and how it has informed her coaching approach.

    Plus, they talk about trends in endurance sports like higher carb fueling, women's specific research and improving gender equity in sports.

    Learn more about Corrine's adventures: Instagram

    Related Episodes:

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    • Devon Yanko
    • Buzz Burrell
    • Tabor and Eli Hemming
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    • Hillary Allen

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  • Ep. 159 Navigating Relationships and Building Mental Strength with Author Amy Morin
    May 13 2024

    How does mental resilience impact our partnerships? Join host Travis Macy for an enriching conversation with Amy Morin, renowned psychotherapist, bestselling author, and mental strength trainer. Amy’s new book "13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do" is out now.

    Against the backdrop of Amy's unique experiences living on a sailboat and as a foster parent, she shares the challenges of sustaining meaningful connections over time and cultivating healthy habits for emotional well-being.

    Travis and Amy discuss invaluable insights on fostering independence in children, nurturing open communication, and managing fears as parents. Tune in to learn the keys to building mental strength, embracing life's challenges, and thriving in relationships.

    Learn more about Amy
    Website | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Twitter | Podcast | Books

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    Ep. 140 Yael Schonbrun
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  • Ep. 158 ADHD 101 with Dr. Patrick LaCount: Find Your Game and Play it Well
    May 6 2024

    Travis Macy sits down Dr. Patrick LaCount, a leading authority in the field of ADHD assessment and treatment, to talk about how to embrace neurodivergence and discover the power in individual strengths to navigate life's challenges with resilience and authenticity.

    As the director of Practical Psychological Services and a distinguished researcher, Dr. LaCount brings a wealth of expertise and passion to the space. Travis and Dr. LaCount discuss the multifaceted landscape of ADHD, exploring traditional paradigms, emotional dimensions, and practical strategies for managing its challenges.

    From the complexities of starting daunting tasks to the nuanced interplay between ADHD and mindfulness, this conversation offers invaluable insights for individuals and families navigating the ADHD journey. Join us as we uncover the connections between ADHD, athletics, and personal fulfillment, and how to find your own game in life and play it well.

    Learn more about Dr. LaCount

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