In this conversation, Beau Beard and Brian McKenzie explore the intricate relationship between health and performance, emphasizing the importance of understanding the process over the outcome. They discuss the evolution of human performance training, the role of responsibility in health, and the significance of introspection and learning. McKenzie shares insights on pain, change, and the illusion of sport, advocating for a more holistic approach to health and performance. The dialogue highlights the need for deeper conversations and collective responsibility in leadership and personal growth.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Brian McKenzie and His Journey

03:15 The Intersection of Health and Performance

05:36 Understanding Health and Responsibility

08:15 The Role of Breathing in Human Performance

11:12 The Importance of Self-Discovery and Learning

14:06 The Impact of Lifestyle on Health

16:41 Navigating Truth and Responsibility in Health

19:36 The Challenge of Modern Health Perspectives

22:35 Personal Practices for Health and Performance

25:32 The Evolution of Habits and Learning

28:05 The Future of Health and Individual Responsibility

34:40 Navigating Social Media and Personal Responsibility

37:52 The Evolution of Leadership and Collective Intelligence

40:56 The Fragility of Specialization in Modern Society

45:31 The Illusion of Sport and the Pursuit of Meaning

53:03 The Process Over the Goal: Understanding Human Experience

56:53 Embracing Change and the Nature of Learning

Dr. Beau Beard, DC, MS, CCSP is the co-founder and clinic director of ⁠The FARM: Functional Athletic Rehabilitation and Movement⁠, specializing in health, human performance, and rehabilitation. Inspired by his own recovery from a femur fracture, Dr. Beard has become an internationally recognized speaker and educator, sharing expertise on running performance, environmental health, and clinical reasoning. Creator of ⁠Rethinking Running Rehab (Rx3)⁠ and ⁠The Art of Assessment⁠ courses, he’s worked with professional athletes, Olympic medalists, and military units. Author of ⁠The Age of Movement ⁠and a TEDx Birmingham speaker, Dr. Beard’s mission is to empower individuals to be Better Than Before.

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