84 – The Power Of Focused Concentration with Sherry Jackson Throughout our life, we all experience some form of stress and anxiety. It can be due to feeling like an imposter, not knowing how to handle a situation, trouble communicating in a relationship, or trouble breaking a bad habit. Despite the reason, we can overcome…

83 – Low Back Pain and Pregnancy with Dr. Morgan Massingale and Dr. Tom Padilla This is Episode 4 of our Low Back Pain Series. In this episode, Dr. Massingale discusses why she is passionate about helping women with low back pain from pregnancy (hint: they don’t have a lot of options). Dr. Massingale and…

82 – Low Back Pain due to Spinal Instability with Dr. Morgan Massingale and Dr. Tom Padilla This is Episode 3 of our Low Back Pain Series. In this episode, we discuss what spinal instability is, what contributes to it, and what you can do to help solve it. This series features Dr. Morgan Massingale…

81 – Low Back Pain and Mobility Deficits with Dr. Morgan Massingale and Dr. Tom Padilla This is Episode 2 of our Low Back Pain Series. In this episode, we will discuss what are mobility deficits, which ones contribute to low back pain, and what you can do to help solve it. This series features…

80 – Low Back Pain Myths feat Dr. Morgan Massingale & Dr. Tom Padilla This is the start of our Low Back Pain Series. In this episode, we will discuss common myths and misconceptions regarding Low Back Pain. How accurate is imaging? What does it mean to throw your back out? and many more questions…

79 – Thoughts on C-Section with Ashley Allen & Dr. Jessie Duppler We are finishing up our Fit Mom Series featuring Personal Trainer Ashley Allen, owner of Ashley Allen Fit. In this episode, Ashley and I are joined by Dr. Jessie Duppler from the Doctors of Physical Therapy to discuss a few things to consider…

78 – Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor with Ashley Allen & Dr. Jessie Duppler We are continuing our Fit Mom Series featuring Personal Trainer Ashley Allen, owner of Ashley Allen Fit. In this episode, Ashley and I are joined by Dr. Jessie Duppler from the Doctors of Physical Therapy to discuss the importance of Pelvic Floor…

77 – Steps to Recovering from Pregnancy with Ashley Allen We are continuing our Fit Mom Series featuring Personal Trainer Ashley Allen, owner of Ashley Allen Fit. In this series, Ashley is talking about her journey of staying active through pregnancy, her secret to recovering from pregnancy fast, and some common problems women should be aware…

75 – How to Safely Stay Active During Pregnancy with Ashley Allen We are continuing our Fit Mom Series featuring Personal Trainer Ashley Allen, owner of Ashley Allen Fit. In this series, Ashley is talking about her journey of staying active through pregnancy, her secret to recovering from pregnancy fast, and some common problems women…

75 – Forging a Path to Becoming a Fit Mom with Ashley Allen This is the beginning of our Fit Mom Series featuring Personal Trainer Ashley Allen, owner of Ashley Allen Fit. In this episode, Ashley shares the steps she took to prepare her body for pregnancy and how she managed to set herself up…

74 – How Important Is Your Gut Bacteria? with Dr. Michelle Retz In this episode, Dr. Hernandez and Dr. Retz discuss the importance of gut flora, what impacts it, and why Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is not an accurate diagnosis. Dr. Michelle Retz is the faculty chair for Gastroenterology at SCNM and a physician at Ethos…

73 – Are Food Sensitivities Affecting Your Health? with Dr. Michelle Retz In this episode, Dr. Hernandez and Dr. Retz dive into what food sensitivities are, how they impact your health and share their experience with patient stories. Dr. Michelle Retz is the faculty chair for Gastroenterology at SCNM and a physician at Ethos Integrative Medicine.…

72 – Gut Motility with Dr. Michelle Retz In this episode, Dr. Retz discusses what normal gut motility looks like, what can go wrong with it, and ways to address it. Dr. Michelle Retz is the faculty chair for Gastroenterology at SCNM and a physician at Ethos Integrative Medicine. Check out this episode!

71 – Nutrient Absorption & Gut Health This is episode 3 of our Gut Health Series. In this episode, Dr. Retz discusses what ins and outs of nutrient absorption and provides some helpful tips when it comes to having gallbladder issues. Dr. Michelle Retz who is the faculty chair for Gastroenterology at SCNM and a…

70 – Diving into Digestion with Dr. Michelle Retz This is Episode 2 of our Gut Health Series. In this episode, Dr. Retz discusses what normal digestion looks like, what can go wrong, and how that can impact our health. Dr. Michelle Retz who is the faculty chair for Gastroenterology at SCNM and a physician…

69 – Understanding the Basics of Gut Health with Dr. Michelle Retz More and more medical studies have been coming out discussing the importance of gut health and how it can drastically impact our body. To help us dive further into this issue, I brought in Dr. Michelle Retz who is the faculty chair for…

68 – Is This The Best Test For Your Health? A while back I attended a medical conference and got to hear Dr. Peter Attia talk about the science behind human longevity. During his talk, he mentioned that the most important test you can do for your health is the Vo2 Max test. That statement…

67 – Aligning Your Training & Goals This is episode 6 of our Lifting Series. In this episode, August shares tips on how to make sure you are aligning your training with your goals to ensure that you get the results you want. August discusses how to protect yourself from losing motivation so that the…

66 – Training for Strength with August Schmidt This is episode 5 of our Lifting Series. In this episode, August shares tips on how to train for strength, the importance of variation in movements, and what exercises you can do to build your overall strength. August Schmidt is the President of the Arizona Weightlifting Federation,…

64 – Training for Muscle Endurance with August Schmidt This is episode 3 of our Lifting Series. In this episode, August shares tips on how to train to improve muscle endurance. August Schmidt is the President of the Arizona Weightlifting Federation, owner of East Valley CrossFit, and Iron Athlete Clinics where he trains athletes to weightlift properly.…

65 – Training for Power with August Schmidt This is episode 4 of our Lifting Series. In this episode, August shares tips on how to train for power. August Schmidt is the President of the Arizona Weightlifting Federation, owner of East Valley CrossFit, and Iron Athlete Clinics where he trains athletes to weightlift properly.   Check out…

63 – Training for Hypertrophy with August Schmidt This is episode 2 of our Lifting Series. In this episode, August shares tips on how to train for hypertrophy.  August Schmidt is the President of the Arizona Weightlifting Federation, owner of East Valley CrossFit, and Iron Athlete Clinics where he trains athletes to weightlift properly. Check…

62 – Strength Training Basics with August Schmidt As you may know by now, we are big believers in strength training for a number of reasons. The #1 question we get asked when it comes to strength training is “What type of training is best?” We decided to ask one of Phoenix’s most respected Strength…

61 – Secrets to Performance Optimization: Structural Integrity Performance Optimization goes beyond strength training and mobility. Dr. Warren Brown and Dr. Matt discuss how genetics affects performance optimization and how it can help you reach another level. To learn more about Dr. Warren you can visit his website www.CA4Sport.com Dr. Matt is the host of…

60 – Secrets to Performance Optimization: Immune System Performance Optimization goes beyond strength training and mobility. There is an aspect of your biochemistry and physiology that also needs to fine-tuned. Dr. Warren Brown and Dr. Matt discuss how your immune system affects your performance and how it can help you reach another level. To learn…

59 – Secrets to Performance Optimization: Detoxification Performance Optimization goes beyond strength training and mobility. There is an aspect of your biochemistry and physiology that also needs to fine-tuned. Dr. Warren Brown and Dr. Matt discuss how oxidative stress affects performance optimization and how it can help you reach another level. To learn more about…

58 – Secrets to Performance Optimization: Cell Signaling Performance Optimization goes beyond strength training and mobility. There is an aspect of your biochemistry and physiology that also needs to fine-tuned. Dr. Warren Brown and Dr. Matt discuss how hormones affect performance optimization and how it can help you reach another level. To learn more about…

57 – Secrets to Performance Optimization: Energy Performance Optimization goes beyond strength training and mobility. There is an aspect of your biochemistry and physiology that also needs to fine-tuned. Dr. Warren Brown and Dr. Matt discuss the various aspects of performance optimization and how it can help you reach another level. To learn more about…

56 – Secrets to Performance Optimization: Gut Health Performance Optimization goes beyond strength training and mobility. There is an aspect of your biochemistry and physiology that also needs to fine-tuned. Dr. Warren Brown and Dr. Matt discuss how gut health impacts of performance and how it can help you reach another level. To learn more…

55 – Secrets to Performance Optimization with Dr. Warren Brown Performance Optimization goes beyond strength training and mobility. There is an aspect of your biochemistry and physiology that also needs to fine-tuned. Dr. Warren Brown and Dr. Matt discuss the various aspects of performance optimization and how it can help you reach another level. To…

54 – Reintroducing the Ethos Athletes Podcast It’s been over a year since I started this fun project! I wanted to share some of the upcoming things episodes we have and how the podcast has helped me. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast and is a co-owner of Ethos Integrative Medicine in…

53 – The Mindset Needed to Overcome an Injury In this episode, Brian and I discuss the mindset that is needed to help you recover from injury fast and come back stronger then you were before. Brian Cain, MPM is the creator of The Mental Performance Mastery (MPM) Coaching Certification Course,  a #1 International Best-Selling Author, Speaker…

52 – Knee Pain in Climbers and How To Prevent It This is Episode 5 in our Climbing Series. In this episode, I interview Dr. Michelle Snow of Ascend Chiropractic who helps me understand more about treating climbers and how she approaches knee issues. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast and…

51 – Hands and Wrists for Climbers feat. Dr. Michelle Snow This is Episode 4 in our Climbing Series. In this episode, I interview Dr. Michelle Snow of Ascend Chiropractic who helps me understand more about treating climbers and how she approaches issues with the hands and wrists. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes…

50 – Low Back and Hip Flexors for Climbers feat. Dr. Michelle Snow This is Episode 3 in our Climbing Series. In this episode, I interview Dr. Michelle Snow of Ascend Chiropractic who helps me understand more about treating climbers and how she approaches issues with the low back. When it comes to injury treatment and…

49 – Shoulder and Thoracic Spine in Climbers feat. Dr. Michelle Snow This is Episode 2 in our Climbing Series. In this episode, I interview Dr. Michelle Snow of Ascend Chiropractic who helps me understand more about treating climbers and how she approaches issues with the shoulder. When it comes to injury treatment and prevention, one…

48 – Common Injuries in Climbers feat. Dr. Michelle Snow Ethos Athletes is about being able to provide resources to help individuals stay active in their life. When it comes to injury treatment and prevention, one of the sports that often gets overlooked is the world of climbing. I wanted to help provide a resource…

47 – Peptides for Cognitive Function This is episode 5 in our Peptide Series. In this episode, Ryan Smith and I discuss the Peptides we have seen be clinically effective for cognitive function and improving memory. The peptides we discuss in this podcast are Cerebrolysin, Dihexa, and Aniracetam. Click here to view the video on…

46 – Peptides for Anxiety and Depression This is episode 4 of our Peptide Series. In this episode, Ryan Smith and I discuss the Peptides we have seen be clinically effective for treating anxiety and depression. The peptides we discuss in this podcast are Selank and Semax. To learn more about peptide therapy, click here. Dr.…

45 – Peptide Therapy for Joint Pain and Sports Injuries feat. Ryan Smith This is episode 3 in our Peptide Series. In this episode, Ryan Smith and I discuss the Peptides we have seen be clinically effective for treating joint pain and sports injuries. The peptides we discuss in this podcast are BPC-157, TB4, AOD…

44 – Peptide Therapy for Sleep, Energy, and Body Composition with Ryan Smith The is episode 2 of our Peptide Series featuring Ryan Smith. Many of our patients come to us looking for ways to improve their sleep and energy. In this episode, we discuss a few of the peptides that we use to augment…

43 – Basics of Peptide Therapy with Ryan Smith We have seen and heard stories of individuals who have struggled to reach their treatment goals, either because their progress plateaued or they felt that something was missing from their plan. We use those stories and our passion for our patients and what we do to…

42 – What’s Disrupting Your Hormones? feat. Dr. Alexandra Mayer and Kelli Michelle One of the questions that we commonly get asked: “What caused my hormones to be this way?” Unfortunately, that answer has a lot of different factors involved and one of them has to do with the chemicals we are exposed to everyday.…

41 – Understanding Symmetry feat. Dr. Jeremy Kerrigan In Episode 32, we talked about the 4 components that can cause joint pain: Articulation, Neuromuscular, Stability, and Symmetry. I wanted to take a further dive into Symmetry to learn what causes our bodies to become more asymmetrical then normal. For this podcast, I brought on my…

40 – Could You Be Experiencing Nerve Pain? feat. Dr. John Lyftogt As many of you know I specialize in treating joint pain. I was having great outcomes but also knew that there were some patients that were not getting 100% better. Determined to find an answer, I set out to take get trainied in…

39 – Building an Elite Mindset feat. Brian Cain I set out to create this episode because I knew something needed to change in my life. I found myself just going through the motions and I becoming complacent with my work and personal goals. Like many of my episodes, I thought “If I’m experiencing this,…

38 – Quiet Your Racing Mind with Gabrielle Annett The other day, I was listening to a patient tell me how she is constantly having racing thoughts that are keeping her up at night and how she couldn’t stop them. She also told me that if she lost her ability to workout, her world would…

32 – Is Your Joint Pain Being Evaluated Properly? Dr. Matthew Hernandez is joined by Nashville Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ethan Kellum to discuss how they both approach joint pain and why many people are not treated properly. Dr. Ethan Kellum is the owner of Nashville Regenerative Orthopedics where he utilizes Regenerative Medicine in his practice to…

31 – Accomplish Your Goals with Beau Ash Click to Download Wellness Advocate, Beau Ash, discusses the strategies he utilizes for smashing his goals. As well as the importance of reflecting on previous goals and how to set new ones. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast and is a co-owner of …

30 – Dry Needling Basics with Dr. Jennifer Hallquist Click to Download Dr. Jennifer Hallquist, owner of Lift Therapeutics, discusses why Dry Needling can help solve your aches and pains. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast and is a co-owner of  Ethos Integrative Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Matt specializes in Regenerative and…

29 – Sports Massage for Recovery feat. Don Wong Click to Download Licensed Massage Therapist, Don Wong, discusses the importance of getting a sports massage to prevent injury and improve recovery. Learn more about Don by Clicking Here. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast and is a co-owner of Ethos Integrative Medicine in…

28 – Fix Your Low Back Pain Today! with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download Dr. Tom discusses his method for fixing Low Back Pain that has a 95% success rate. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation and primarily works with CrossFit…

27 – Why Low Back Pain is Hard to Treat with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download Dr. Tom discusses the common approaches people use to treat low back pain and why they don’t always work. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation…

26 – Understanding Low Back Pain with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download Dr. Tom discusses the basics of low back pain. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation and primarily works with CrossFit athletes, runners, and golfers. Dr. Matt is the host…

25 – Benefits of Weight Training on Brain Health Click to Download Personal Trainer Janet McConnell discusses why weight training prevents your brain from aging. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast and is a co-owner of Ethos Integrative Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Matt specializes in Regenerative and Restorative Sports Medicine, providing advanced…

24 – Why Weight Training Prevents Your Body from Aging Click to Download Personal Trainer Janet McConnell discusses why weight training prevents your body from aging. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast and is a co-owner of Ethos Integrative Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Matt specializes in Regenerative and Restorative Sports Medicine, providing…

23 – The Benefit of Weight Training to Boost Metabolism Click to Download Personal Trainer Janet McConnell discusses why the best way to boost metabolism is through weight training. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast and is a co-owner of Ethos Integrative Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Matt specializes in Regenerative and Restorative…

22 – The Anti-Aging Effects of Weight Training with Janet McConnell Click to Download Personal Trainer Janet McConnell discusses the anti-aging effects of resistance training, the fears people have as they age, and how to overcome them. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast and is a co-owner of Ethos Integrative Medicine in Scottsdale,…

21 – The Perfect Routine for a Good Night’s Sleep with Dr. Troy Anderson Click to Download Dr. Troy Anderson is back for our Sleep Series where he discusses the perfect routine for a good night’s sleep. Dr. Troy Anderson is the owner of Phoenix Neurology and Sleep Medicine and is board certified in neurology,…

20 – Common Reasons People Lose Sleep and How to Fix Them with Dr. Troy Anderson Click to Download This is the Part 2 of our Sleep Series. Dr. Troy Anderson helps us understand the common reasons people lose sleep and how to fix them. Dr. Troy Anderson is the owner of Phoenix Neurology and…

19 – Understanding the Basics of Sleep with Dr. Troy Anderson Click to Download This is the beginning of our sleep series. Dr. Troy Anderson helps us understand the sleep cycle and how lack of sleep affects us. Dr. Troy Anderson is the owner of Phoenix Neurology and Sleep Medicine and is board certified in…

18 – Is Insulin Really a Bad Guy? Feat. Dr. Alexandra Mayer and Kelli Michelle Click to Download Dr. Alexandra Mayer and Kelli Michelle discuss the facts and myths surrounding insulin and its effects on the human body. Dr. Alexandra Mayer is a co-owner of Ethos Integrative Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Alex specializes in Women’s Medicine and…

17 – CrossFit as a Tool for Personal Growth with Beau Ash Click to Download CrossFit Athlete and Yoga Instructor, Beau Ash, discusses how he uses both of these sports to facilitate his personal growth. Click Here to Follow Beau on Instagram. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast and is a…

16 – The Mindset of a Champion with Tennil Beuerlein Click to Download What does it take to be an elite athlete? Tennil Beuerlein walks us through the training and more importantly the mindset that helped her become the 2017 Fittest Woman in the US. Click Here to Follow Tennil on Instagram. Dr. Matt is the host…

15 – Fitness Tips for Travel with Nate Palmer Click to Download Personal Trainer, Nate Palmer, discusses his tips and tricks for staying fit while traveling the world. Nate Palmer is the author of Passport Fitness: The No-Nonsense Guide to Staying In Shape No Matter What City You Wake Up In and creator of Bod in…

14 – Nutrition and Hormone Optimization for Men with Dr. Alexandra Mayer and Kelli Michelle Click to Download Dr. Matthew Hernandez and Kelli Michelle discuss a few challenges men can face with hormones and give a step-by-step guide on how to improve them. Kelli is the owner of Keep Moving Forward where she works with individuals to…

13 – Nutrition and Hormone Optimization for Women with Dr. Alexandra Mayer and Kelli Michelle Click to Download Dr. Alexandra Mayer and Kelli Michelle discuss a few challenges women can face with hormones and give a step-by-step guide on how to improve them. Dr. Alexandra Mayer is a co-owner of Ethos Integrative Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Alex…

12 – Macro Tracking for Weight Loss with Kelli Michelle Click to Download Kelli, from Keep Moving Forward, discusses the Macro Tracking for individuals wanting to lose weight. She also explains the differences between losing 15-20 lbs compared to 50-100 lbs and the strategies needed to be successful. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast…

11 – Macro Tracking for Athletic Performance with Kelli Michelle Click to Download Many CrossFit athletes don’t know where to start when it comes to using nutrition to boost performance. In this podcast, Kelli from Keep Moving Forward gives you a starting point and helps you avoid common pitfalls that athletes make. Dr. Matt is the host…

10 – Common Mistakes in Nutrition and How to Fix Them Click to Download Kelli from Keep Moving Forward discusses common mistakes that are made during dieting and provides ways to avoid these mistakes. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast and is an owner of Ethos Integrative Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ.…

09 – Basics of Nutrition with Kelli Michelle Click to Download This is the start of our Nutrition Series featuring Kelli Michelle from Keep Moving Forward. Kelli answers common questions regarding nutrition and talks about why she uses flexible dieting as her tool of choice to help clients achieve their goals. Dr. Matt is the…

08 – Elbow and Wrist Mobility with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download Dr. Tom discusses causes of elbow and wrist immobility and provides ways to improve them. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation and primarily works with CrossFit athletes,…

07 – Knee, Ankle, and Foot Mobility with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download Dr. Tom discusses causes of knee, ankle, and foot immobility and provides ways to improve them. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation and primarily works with…

06 – Thoracic Spine Mobility with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download Dr. Tom discusses causes of thoracic spine immobility and provides ways to improve it. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation and primarily works with CrossFit athletes, runners, and…

05 – Hip Mobility with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download Dr. Tom discusses the causes of hip immobility and provides ways to improve it. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation and primarily works with CrossFit athletes, runners, and golfers.…

04 – Shoulder Mobility with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download Dr. Tom discusses causes of shoulder immobility and provides ways to improve them. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation and primary works with CrossFit athletes, runners, and golfers. Dr.…

03 – Common Mistakes in Mobility & How to Fix Them with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download This is the second episode in our Mobility Series featuring Dr. Tom Padilla of The Doctors of Physical Therapy. In this episode, Dr. Tom talks about common mistakes CrossFit athletes make when it comes to mobility and shares…

02 – Mobility Basics with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download This episode is the start of our Mobility Series featuring Dr. Tom Padilla of The Doctors of Physical Therapy. In this episode, Dr. Tom answers frequently asked questions regarding mobility. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic…

01 – Recovering Like a Master with Erik Miller Click to Download Erik Miller, from CrossFit Blur, discussed the recovery methods that allow him to continue performing at his best. Dr. Matt is the host of the Ethos Athletes Podcast and is a co-owner of Ethos Integrative Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Matt specializes in Regenerative and…

00 – Dr. Matthew Hernandez & the Ethos Athletes Podcast Click to Download Welcome to the Ethos Athletes Podcast hosted by Dr. Matthew Hernandez. This podcast was made to help individuals gain knowledge about various topics in the fitness world to improve their workouts and overall health. We draw our knowledge from experts in the…