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The RedLeaf Fitness Podcast
Join Coach Sean Blinch on the RedLeaf Fitness Podcast. The show dedicated to bringing you stories, interviews and conversations about living a healthy, resilient and productive life. Each episode contains real world insight to help you discover the tools and methods you need to become the healthiest, boldest, most motivated you, yet.
Episodes
97 episodes
RedLeaf Crucible: Adventure, Teamwork, and Wilderness in Algonquin
The Birth of the RedLeaf Crucible: a casual conversation between Trent and Sean during a bike ride sparks a transformative wilderness adventure. In this episode, Sean, Trent and Michelle recount the genesis of the RedLeaf Crucible—...
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Race Season Recap: Emotional Finish Lines
Can a sport truly transform your life? On today's episode of the Redleaf Fitness Podcast, Michelle and I explore the profound journeys of our triathlon newbies, celebrating their transition from hesitant beginners to triumphant finishers. Inspi...
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Cycling Towards Community: The Story of Barry Near, T-Train, and the Bonds Forged on Two Wheels
Ever wondered how a cycling studio tucked inside a Trek store could spin into a full-fledged community hub? In our latest episode, we ride alongside Barry Near on an inspirational journey through the co-creation of the T Train community. From h...
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Finish Line Triumphs with Jason Vurma of Multisport Canada
Embark on a captivating voyage through the transformation of triathlon, as we sit down with Jason Vurma from Multisport Canada. From the nostalgia of Jason's childhood tales to the pivotal moments that birthed a multisport legacy, we uncover th...
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Reading with Ari: Ego Is The Enemy, by Ryan Holiday
Reading with Ari: Book Review of, Ego Is The Enemy by Ryan Holiday. Join RedLeaf book reviewer Ari as she discusses the complex relationship between self-improvement, fitness, and the dangers of pride. The battle between personal g...
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Are you unintentionally derailing your gains at the gym?
Join Sean and Michelle as they share stories from the fitness world, uncovering small habits that may be hindering your progress. They cover a range of topics, from serious to seriously funny, to help you overcome everyday fitness challenges.
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Practical Solutions for Everyday Goals: Winter Blues, Supplements and Nutrition
Ever felt like winter's gloom has a stranglehold on your smile? Well, buckle up as Coach Michelle and I, Sean Blinch, take you on a journey to wrestle back your joy and kickstart your productivity, even under Toronto's stubborn cloud cover. In ...
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Practical Solutions for Everyday Goals: How To Get Stronger
Are you ready to unlock the secrets to a stronger, healthier, and more joyful life? That's exactly what Michelle and I, promise as we guide you through the transformative power of strength training. Our latest episode isn't just for gym aficion...
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Episode 89
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Practical Solutions for Everyday Goals: How To Achieve New Years Resolutions!
Wave goodbye to those lofty New Year's resolutions that never stick and say hello to turning big dreams into daily habits with us, Sean Blinch and Michelle—your guides to a fitter, happier you. This episode is a goldmine for anyone who's ever f...
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Episode 88
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The Athletic Journey of Ultraman Champion Tara Norton
Embark on an extraordinary expedition through the life of Tara Norton, an athlete whose dedication to sports began under the Toronto skyline. We uncover the layers of Tara's formative years, we're reminded that the fire of competition is ...
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Episode 87
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Finn Rayner: Navigating Teenage Life, An Honest Inside Look at High School Struggles, Triumphs, and Personal Growth
In this interview, we sit down with teenager Finn Rayner to explore the crucial transition period of high school. We delve into the impact of the pandemic on the academic and social aspects of high school life and how it has affected Finn. He o...
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Episode 87
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Reading with Ari: Scarcity Brain by Michael Easter
In our latest podcast episode, my guest Ari and I discuss Michael Easter's book "Scarcity Brain." We explore how our survival instincts and scarcity cues can keep us trapped in a cycle of insatiability, and the far-reaching implications of scar...
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Episode 86
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Alyssa Ages, author of Secrets of Giants, shares her empowering story of trials, triumphs and lifting heavy things
Alyssa Ages, author of Secrets of Giants, shares her empowering journey of lifting heavy things and its life-changing impact on her. Alyssa's story is a testament to resilience, overcoming profound heartache after a miscarriage to find solace a...
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Episode 85
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The CrossFit Games Journey with Kevin Cunningham and Trenton MacKenzie Armes: Triumphs, Trials, and Training
Join us on an exhilarating journey as we chat with CrossFit Games athlete Kevin Cunningham with his long-time friend and Coach Trenton MacKenzie Armes, who take us through the trials and triumphs of their journey to the CrossFit Games. The duo ...
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Episode 84
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Ayesha Rollinson, Founder of Team Atomica: A Story of Athletic Triumph and Entrepreneurship
Join us as we journey alongside our guest Ayesha Rollinson, founder of Team Atomica, from her engineering career to her pursuit of an Olympic spot, only to find her calling in coaching. Now leading a masters swim and triathlon club based in Tor...
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Episode 83
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Anything is Possible: Coach Sean's Journey to Becoming an Ironman
Join me as I open up about my journey from competing in an Olympic distance triathlon to facing the most difficult mental and physical test of my life: becoming an Ironman.
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Episode 82
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Reading With Ari, Book Reviews, "The Comfort Crisis" by Michael Easter
What if the very comforts we relish in the modern world were actually hampering our happiness and wellness? That's the riveting question we explore with Michael Easter's, book "The Comfort Crisis," in our latest episode. We engage in an eye-ope...
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Episode 81
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Alba's Gravenhurst Triathlon Race Report and the transformative power found within
Join us on a thrilling journey with today's guest, Alba, as she shares her inspiring story from her first swim lesson to becoming a triathlete. She recounts braving icy winter swims, juggling a new job, and participating in two CrossFit competi...
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Episode 80
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Finding Meaning in Medicine and Overcoming Adversity: a Surgeon's Journey So Far
When was the last time you heard an inspiring life story of a surgeon who overcame adversity to achieve his dreams? Join me as I sit down with Dr. Andrew Feifer, MD, Urologic Oncology, to discuss his life journey, from his childhood in Montreal...
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Episode 79
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The Unstoppable Karen Lue: From Small-Town Girl to IronMan Triathlete
Ever struggled with finding your fitness passion and overcoming personal obstacles? Coach Karen shares her incredible journey from small-town Ancaster, Ontario to becoming an accomplished triathlete. We reminisce about her childhood as an overw...
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Episode 78
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Reading with Ari: Unlocking Longevity Secrets: A Review of Dr. Peter Attia's Science and Art of Living Longer
What if you could unlock the secrets to living a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life? Join us as we sit down with Ari to discuss Dr. Peter Attia's book, "The Science and Art of Longevity." Despite its complexity, we both rate the book a...
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Episode 77
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Ep. 76 | Adam Armeland on Love and relationships, launching Kitchen Hub, business lessons (Holy Sh*t Moments, fitness journey, CrossFit, and his story with Cancer
Join Adam and Sean as they deep dive into Adams's story and explore love and relationships, launching Kitchen Hub, Business lessons (Holy Sh*t Moments, Fitness Journey, CrossFit, and his story with Cancer. 🧠 This episode and more are av...
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Episode 76
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Ep. 75 | Everything you need to know about RTTO: podcast#1
Everything you need to know about Road To The Open Challenge with Sean and Michelle @tacticnutrition TemplatesTips & Tricks For SuccessCrossFit Open More!🧠 This episode and more are available now on all streaming...
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Episode 75
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Ep. 74 | Alison Isaac on life, travel, teaching overseas, becoming an author and reconnecting with Toronto
In this episode, Alison opens up about her journey around the world as a teacher, what she learned and how that shaped who she is. She also talks about becoming an author and reconnecting with her city of Toronto. Support Al...
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Episode 74
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Ep. 73 | Reading with Ari: book review of Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise & The Brain by John Ratey, MD
On their second episode of Reading with Ari, Sean and Ari sit down to discuss and review "Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and The Brain by John J. Ratey. John Ratey is an associate clinical professor of psychiatry at Harv...
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Episode 73
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