The Daily Giddy Up

Running: A Metaphor For Life Feat. Chris Chavez; TDGU #9

Chris Chavez is an influential and well-respected voice in the sports media and running community as a journalist and writer for Sports Illustrated. As the sports world put on hold and 2020 Olympics postponed, we reminisced about his experience of attending and covering the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio with some of the world’s most elite athletes at the pinnacle of their careers. Chris discusses what journalism means to him, especially today, putting himself out there as an individual and a writer.  We learn how Chris was able to overcome setbacks and failure to refocus, allowing him to obtain his goals on a consistent basis, and ultimately conquer all the world major courses on his journey to a sub-3-hour marathon finish. Chris has also founded his own running media outlet, Citius Mag, a source of news and humor from the perspective of runners. If you every thought about running or an experienced runner – you will want to hear this discussion. Connect with Chris Chavez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chris_j_chavez/ [https://www.instagram.com/chris_j_chavez/] Citius Mag: https://citiusmag.com/ [https://citiusmag.com/]

TDGU #8: Know what works for you: understanding the science of fitness and nutrition feat. Dan Churchill

The fitness and nutrition world is full of misinformation. Nutrition science is consistently changing. How long does coffee stay in your system? Are carbs good or bad? What is the gut microbiome? Why is gut health so important?  In this episode, we sit down with Dan Churchill to learn what is his daily morning giddy up as well as dig into the science behind fitness and food nutrition. We also learn how Dan sets goals and accomplishes them in all aspects of his life whether physically, training for a half-ironman or professionally, as executive chef at Charley St, a fast-casual restaurant in NYC, and as host of The Epic Table podcast. We discuss how to stay mentally strong and pivot when things don’t go according to plan. As a celebrity chef, Dan gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how professional athletes view and consume nutrition when training for elite competition. You won’t want to miss this amazing and informative conversation. Connect with Dan Churchill: Instagram @dan_churchill [https://www.instagram.com/] Twitter @churchill_dan [https://twitter.com/churchill_dan] YouTube DanChurchillCooks [http://www.youtube.com/danchurchillcooks] Web www.danchurchill.com [http://danchurchill.com/] Podcast: The Epic Table [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dan-churchills-the-epic-table/id1460410277]

TDGU #7: The Comeback Is Greater Than The Setback ft. Zac Price

Your morning routine has never been more important, learn what it takes to kick start your winter days in NYC. As a Senior Vice President at CBRE, a Commercial Observer’s “30 under 30,” and a native New Yorker – Zachary Price has spent his entire life living and breathing NYC real estate. Zac helps us unpack his observations on the current NYC landscape during the pandemic and his personal views of the hardships both landlords and tenants face daily, while continuing to champion for NYC as a beacon for business, real estate, and society. We dive into the importance running and fitness have played in his life and on his mental health, as well as how to overcome a setback when you least expect it. As a member of the Brooklyn Track Club and having marathon trained with Nike’s Project Moonshot, Zac discusses the value of setting goals and how accomplishing achievements bigger than yourself can hold you accountable to success. I’m excited to share this conversation with you – hope you all enjoy. Connect with Zac Price: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zprice/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/zprice/] Instagram: @exzactprice [https://www.instagram.com/exzactprice/]

TDGU #6: Find what you love to do Ft. Chris Holt

Chris Holt is the man behind the handle @beyondthetats. Chris has successful grown his following through his authentic brand and personality. With hundreds of thousands of followers, Chris goes into detail around the responsibility he feels towards those who follow him. He also discusses some of the toxicity which many associate with the social media world and how that may be further emphasized in a pandemic world. Chris goes into detail around his journey of highs and lows from starting the cross fit scene in Miami, where it continues to thrive to struggles with bouts of depression and how that has made him stronger today. Tune into this no holds bar interview with Chris Holt. Connect with Chris Holt: Instagram: @beyondthetats | TikTok: @beyondthetats

TDGU #5: Dream Big, Start Small with Ediva Zanker, Co-Founder of GRIT BXNG

Ediva Zanker is the co-founder of GRIT BXNG. The famed NYC boutique boxing fitness studio has cultivated a cult like following. Ediva shares her drive for achievement and entrepreneurial passion that brings her toe to toe with heavy weights in fitness industries. In this episode we explore the mindset it took for Ediva to become the first ever female boxer at Syracuse University and how she fought all way to the National Championships. We learn what inspired her to bring GRIT BXNG to fruition and why incorporating a social component to fitness was of the utmost importance. As with every entrepreneurial journey, we learn the importance of being decisive as well as the ability to pivot both in and out of the ring. This episode brings the metaphor to life: if you get knocked down – get back up and most importantly keep moving forward. Here is how Ediva dreams big by starting small.