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Why 70% of First Responders Are Dying Young (and How to Stop It) - Ted Stern

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Show Notes

In this conversation, Joel Evan interviews Ted Stern, a former law enforcement officer and founder of Fit Responder, who shares his journey from struggling with health issues to creating a successful fitness coaching program for first responders. Ted discusses the importance of maintaining health in high-stress professions, the role of community support, and the necessity of lifestyle changes for long-term success. He emphasizes the dangers of quick fixes like GLP-1 medications and the importance of investing in one's health. Ted also shares transformative stories from his clients and his new venture into business coaching.

Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Transformation 09:31 Building a Fitness Business 20:23 Sustaining Health and Fitness 23:34 The Perspective Shift on Food Choices 25:33 Understanding GLP-1 Medications 28:30 The Cautionary Tale of TRT 35:17 The Importance of Health for First Responders 37:40 Transformative Client Stories 39:48 Leadership and Coaching in Fitness

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