The ALWELLCO Podcast

What does it take to push the limits of human endurance, embrace extreme environments, and build a life around adventure? Dr. Jon Kedrowski—mountaineer, professional skier, and high-altitude guide—joins us to share his journey from growing up in Vail to summiting Everest four times. With over 30 expeditions to mountains above 18,000 feet, 22 expeditions to the Seven Summits, and world records in mountain pursuits—including sleeping on the summits of all Colorado 14ers, skiing the Cascade volcanoes, and skiing all of Colorado’s 14,000-foot peaks in a single season—Dr. Jon has built a career guiding high-profile individuals like Colin O’Brady, Devon Levesque, and Mike Posner to the world’s highest peaks. In this episode, we dive into: > How early adventures shaped his career in mountaineering > Surviving the 2015 Nepal earthquake on Everest > The Everest Ready Mindset: Overcoming obstacles in the mountains and in life > Lessons from guiding elite athletes and entrepreneurs on extreme expeditions

In this episode of the ALWELLCO Podcast, we sit down with Lily Nichols, RDN, a leading expert in prenatal nutrition and the author of Real Food for Pregnancy, Real Food for Fertility, and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes. Lily shares her journey into the prenatal space, how she discovered flaws in conventional dietary guidelines, and why real, nutrient-dense foods are critical for maternal and infant health. She also debunks common myths about carbohydrates, protein, supplements, and fasting during pregnancy while offering practical tips for optimizing nutrition. Whether you're expecting, trying to conceive, or simply curious about the science behind food and fertility, this episode is packed with eye-opening insights and actionable advice.

In this episode of the ALWELLCO podcast, we sit down withMarcus Filly, former CrossFit Games athlete, coach, and founder of Functional Bodybuilding. Marcus shares his incredible story of leaving medical school in search of purpose, finding his passion in fitness, and building a thriving coaching business. We discuss: ✔️ The three core values that shaped his journey:honesty, commitment, persistence ✔️ Why strength training is the key to longevity (especially for women!) ✔️ The evolution of CrossFit and why functional bodybuilding is the future ✔️ The biggest mistakes people make in fitness & business ✔️ How to push past fear and pivot your career with confidence Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or someone looking for inspiration to chase your passion, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

In this episode of the ALWELLCO Podcast, we welcomeJohn Berardi, co-founder ofPrecision Nutrition, to break down the science of nutrition, the psychology of behavior change, and the art of scaling a company in the wellness space. JB shares his journey—from bodybuilding and PhDs to building the world’s largest nutrition coaching platform. We also discuss thefuture of AI in health, how to filter through the noise of nutrition misinformation, and why theway we eat is just as important aswhat we eat. 🔹 The origins of Precision Nutrition & its game-changing approach 🔹 Lessons from coaching Olympians & high performers 🔹 How to actually implement long-term nutrition habits 🔹 The impact of AI & data in personalized health 🔹 Why JBwalked away from a massively successful business If you're a coach, athlete, or just someone trying to optimize your health, this is a must-listen.

In this episode of theALWELLCO Podcast, we sit down withKelsey Koehler, founder ofProFit High Performance Medicine, to explore her journey into functional medicine and the science behind optimizing health. 🔬 The truth about functional medicine & why it's more than just supplements 🧬 Peptides, hormone optimization & how they impact longevity 💡 The biggest health mistakes people make & how to avoid them 🩸 Why yearly blood panels can be a game-changer for your health Kelsey shares valuable insights on addressing chronic health issues, taking a proactive approach to wellness, and making functional medicine accessible to everyone. This conversation is packed with science-backed strategies and practical takeaways.