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Hosted by David Stark · health · EN-US
The Athletes Podcast is a leading source of information, inspiration, and education for anyone interested in optimizing physical performance, maintaining good health, and living an active lifestyle. Join David Stark as he interviews some of the world's biggest athletes and fitness professionals, The Athletes Podcast provides practical advice, expert insights, and real-world strategies to help listeners achieve their health and fitness goals.The goal is to entertain, educate & inspire the next generation of athletes!
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe Athletes Podcast is a leading source of information, inspiration, and education for anyone interested in optimizing physical performance, maintaining good health, and living an active lifestyle.
The Athletes Podcast is hosted by David Stark. The show has published 295 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "The Daily Champion’s Mind - Episode #291 - Dr. Jim Afremow & Phil White" (22 September 2026, 49 minutes), "Stop Doing The Game And Start Playing It with Shane Greene - Episode #290" (10 September 2026, 72 minutes), and "Train Smarter, Not Harder with Brandon Schultze - Ep #289" (2 September 2026, 44 minutes).
The Athletes Podcast publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 47 minutes across 295 episodes.
Booking probability for The Athletes Podcast is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Athletes Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Athletes Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.
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David Stark hosts The Athletes Podcast, a health podcast with 295 episodes published.
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Episode #291
We sit down with Dr. Jim Afremow and Phil White to break down what actually holds up under pressure, from quick resets in the training room to the daily habits that build a champion identity. We share practical tools...
Episode #290
We sit down with MLB reliever Shane Greene for an honest talk about how pro athletes really grow, from minor league side hustles to big league mentorship and mindset. We dig into why “doing the game” can hold players...
Episode #289
Brandon Schultze and Dave challenge the usual way people label exercises and show how smarter exercise selection, grounded in movement quality, changes results for athletes and everyday clients. We also run a real-time...
Episode #288
We talk with Rachelle about making wellness simple so you can perform well in sport and in real life, starting with sleep, recovery, and calm focus. We get practical about hormone-aware performance for women, why...
Episode #286
We sit down with retired NHL forward Brooks Laich to talk about the moment he decided at thirteen that hockey was no longer just fun, it was a mission. We get real about confidence, leadership, sacrifice, and how he now...
Episode #285
22% of a pro draft tied back to one week, one trip, and a whole lot of behind-the-scenes work, and that’s where our minds go first: what does consistency actually look like when the schedule is chaos? We’re fresh off...
Episode #284
We sit down with Josh Rutherford and James Stolar to talk golf content, golf trips, and the unglamorous work that turns views into real opportunities. We get into mountain golf, viral moments, scoring mindset, and why...
Episode #283
A pro motocross career can end in seconds, but the will to compete is harder to break. Brock Leitner takes us back to June 12, 2022, when a crash left him paralyzed at T6, and walks us through the exact moment he...
Episode #282
We sit down with Dr. Dan Braun to talk about training that actually moves the needle, from breaking plateaus with simple strength work to using isometrics with a real plan. We also dig into return-to-sport decisions...
Episode #281
We sit down with Olympic goalie Rei Halloran right after she represents Team Japan and talk through what the Games actually feel like from inside the village. We dig into the work, mindset shifts, and support system...
Episode #280
We play a nine-hole simulator round with Heidi Cannon while tracing how a bikini champion turns contest discipline into real gains in golf. Along the way, we get honest about fittings, long drive pressure, social media...
Episode #279
We sit down with Mac Boucher to unpack how a self-taught swing, bold shot shapes, and a course-first creative style turned golf into a joyful career built on intention and integrity. Mac shares strategies for pressure...
Episode #278
Join David Stark & Cole Hergott, the S&C coach at Trinity Western University. We explore how better beats more, why consistent full-body training outperforms grind culture, and how a simple, repeatable Sparta Score...
Episode #277
Join us on episode #277 featuring Dr. Brandon Pentheny as we unpack how to turn messy sports data into clear coaching decisions, why outliers can’t be your standard, and how to separate capacity from utilization so...
Episode #276
Episode #276 features Chong Xie , Founder @hyperarchfascia_training and Therapy ® (HFT). Chong is a Clinical Fascia Researcher, Performance Coach for the Pros in MLS, NFL, and NBA. We challenge muscle-first thinking and...
Episode #275
Join David Stark & Mike Pickles as we share how smart, simple training builds confidence and keeps athletes healthy while cutting through the noise of gimmicks and hype. Mike reflects on lessons from coaching hundreds...
Episode #274
We talk with BJJ athlete and coach Sean Spence about building real confidence under pressure, smarter training without burnout, and why “framing” chaos works on and off the mat. We also dig into cross-training, youth...
Episode #273
We explore how elite performance is built on consistency, smart prioritization, and a network that protects long-term availability. Stories from NHL rooms, Kelowna’s rise as a training hub, and a candid look at...
Episode #272
Clark Hardman, CEO of Thread Performance, joins us to rethink how young athletes fuel growth, focus, and safe strength. We dig into trust, bioavailability, multi-sport benefits, and why snack bars and kids’ menus need a...
Episode #271
A torn ACL sparks a pivot to Prague, an elite training internship, and a national reality challenge that reshapes how we coach and compete. We launch the Two‑Minute Warning, debate sports’ hottest questions, and map the...
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