Prepare to be amazed by the incredible journey of Travis Mills, a former U.S. Army staff sergeant who lost all four limbs in an IED explosion during his third deployment to Afghanistan. Despite facing unimaginable adversity, Travis refused to let his injuries define him, embarking on a remarkable path of recovery, resilience, and reinvention.

In this captivating episode, you'll witness Travis' transformation from a young, athletic soldier to a motivational speaker, author, and founder of a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting injured veterans and their families. Hear firsthand how he navigated the physical and emotional challenges of his recovery, rediscovered his purpose, and inspired countless others with his unwavering spirit.

Prepare to be moved, empowered, and reminded that no obstacle is too great to overcome when you possess the determination and courage of a true warrior. This is a story that will leave you in awe and remind you that the human spirit is truly unbreakable.

Timestamps:

00:49 Introduction to Travis Mills
01:25 Early Life and Military Career
05:10 Marriage, Kids & Deployments in Afghanistan
11:44 The Wild West of the Third Deployment
16:27 Bomb Explosion & Devastating Injuries
24:45 Arriving to the Hospital & The Reality of His Injuries
27:30 Becoming a Quadriplegic & a Way to Recovery
31:01 Overcoming Obstacles & the Importance of Perspective.
33:55 Adaptive Sports and Family Bonding
36:45 Founding the Travis Mills Foundation
39:45 Pushing limits, starting new businesses, and finding purpose
42:05 Finding the Right Perspective
43:35 Final Thoughts

Connect to Travis:

🌐 Website: Travis Mills
🌐 Website: Travis Mills Foundation
📸 Instagram: @ssgtravismills
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ssgtravismills/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ssgtravismills/

Struggling with sleepless nights and sluggish days? In this episode, Joe De Sena sits down with sleep expert Andrew Vontz to uncover the science behind truly restful sleep.

Learn straightforward, research-backed strategies to fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up rejuvenated - no gimmicks, no expensive gadgets, just real results.

Andrew shares practical tips you can start using tonight to unlock better sleep and enjoy the incredible benefits: sharper focus, better health, and unstoppable energy.

It’s time to take charge of your sleep and transform your life!

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
00:49 The Better Lab and the science of better sleep
05:23 Sleep trackers and fake sleep scores
10:02 Avoid late-night social media scrolling
13:17 The science behind hot showers before bed
15:45 Comfort myths: Do you need a luxury mattress?
16:50 The role of exercise in improving sleep quality
18:27 The fluency effect and benefits of morning sunlight
22:24 Shift your caffeine consumption to prior to noon
23:29 Recap: Top sleep tips and starting simple

Connect to Andrew:

🌐 Website: The Better Lab
📸 Instagram: @thebetterlab_hq
📘 Facebook: @thebetterlabHQ
💼 LinkedIn: Andrew Vontz

In this episode, running coach Jason Fitzgerald and Joe De Sena dive deep into the transformative power of running.

Discover how to push past your limits, build unbreakable mental toughness, and become the athlete you never thought possible.

From overcoming the initial struggle to running a 2:39 marathon, Jason shares his personal journey and proven strategies to help even the most skeptical couch potato become a fearless endurance athlete. Hear how unconventional training methods, like obstacle racing and strength work, can unlock new levels of speed and resilience.

Whether you're training for your first 5K or aiming to conquer an ultra, this episode will inspire, motivate, and arm you with the tools to transform your running and your life.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
00:44 Jason’s 13-year journey to a 2:39 marathon
04:04 How running impacts weight and muscles
05:16 Unconventional training methods
06:59 Thoughts on flexibility for runners
08:30 Pushing forward despite what brain tells you
11:46 The crucial role of variety in training
15:39 Long runs and mental tenacity
19:52 Breaking barriers through consistency
21:42 Advice for beginner runners
25:10 When pain turns to pleasure
27:03 How to connect with Strength Running