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The Far Side of Fitness

The Far Side of Fitness

By: Darian Parker
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Welcome to The Far Side of Fitness, where we dive into the wild, weird, and alternative sides of fitness! We go beyond the reps and sets to explore the other sides of topics in fitness that you won't hear anywhere else. Press play and tune in for fun, laughs, and eye-opening takes that’ll change the way you think about health and fitness!Darian Parker Social Sciences
Episodes
  • 35. What Really Matters After 40: Rethinking Health, Pain, and Longevity w/ Dr. Clayton Skaggs
    Jul 10 2025

    Dr. Clayton Skaggs is the founder and CEO of the Central Institute for Human Performance and the founder of the Karel Lewit Clinic and Curious Gap Labs. In addition to his clinical career, Skaggs has been on post-doctoral and research faculties of eight national and international universities including leading a National Institute of Health (NIH) randomized trial that resulted in a publication of one of the largest studies of low back pain in pregnant women. He has worked with thousands of elite athletes, military professionals, and executives and consults individuals from around the world for unresolved pain or injury. Dr. Skaggs is also the author of The Power of Doing What Matters, a book dedicated to helping people build mind-body resilience for life.


    Connect with Clayton:

    Website: powerofdoingwhatmatters.com

    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/clayton-skaggs


    Connect with the Central Institute for Human Performance

    Website: cihp.com


    Connect with Curious Gap Website: Curiousgap.com


    Learn More about Dr. Darian:

    Website: https://doctordarianparker.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darianparker/


    Dr. Darian's Affiliates:

    Stick Mobility

    Get your flexibility back and prevent injuries with Stick Mobility. Training Sticks improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. Go to this Link or copy to your browser https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker and use the discount code: 1CEC828F154 to get 10% off of your purchase.

    Hyperice

    Grab your Hyperice gear and get 10% off using my affiliate link: https://tidd.ly/4noSOfW
    From percussion to compression, elevate your recovery like a pro.Discount applies at checkout.

    Riverside

    I use Riverside to record my podcast in studio-quality audio and video—right from my browser or phone. Whether you're remote or in-person, it's the easiest way to get crisp, professional results every time. Use my link to sign up for this awesome podcasting platform: https://riverside.sjv.io/QjEWnx

    The Fitness Mentor Network

    Looking to elevate your fitness career to the next level? Use the code MENTORFALL15 to get 15% off The Fitness Mentor Network's 6 week mentorship cohorts or 1:1 mentorship programs. Click here to learn more about the Fitness Mentor Network


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    42 mins
  • 34. The Dark Side of the Fitness Industry: Supportive or Exploitative
    Jul 3 2025

    Dr. Erin Nitschke, NFPT-CPT, NSCA-CPT, ACE Health Coach, ACE-CPT, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Therapeutic Exercise Specialist, Pn1, FNMS, and DSWI Master Health Coach, is a seasoned college professor in health and human performance. She is a nationally recognized presenter, industry writer for IDEA, NFPT, Fitness Education Online, and Youate.com, and an active member of the ACE Scientific Advisory Panel as well as a program administrator for the IDEA Fitness Mentor Network.


    Learn More about Dr. Erin:

    IG - @nitschkeerin

    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/belivestaywell

    Email: Erinmd03@gmail.com


    Learn More about Dr. Darian:

    Website: https://doctordarianparker.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darianparker/


    Dr. Darian's Affiliates:

    Stick Mobility

    Get your flexibility back and prevent injuries with Stick Mobility. Training Sticks improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. Go to this Link or copy to your browser https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker and use the discount code: 1CEC828F154 to get 10% off of your purchase.


    Hyperice

    Grab your Hyperice gear and get 10% off using my affiliate link: https://tidd.ly/4noSOfW
    From percussion to compression, elevate your recovery like a pro.Discount applies at checkout.


    Riverside

    I use Riverside to record my podcast in studio-quality audio and video—right from my browser or phone. Whether you're remote or in-person, it's the easiest way to get crisp, professional results every time. Use my link to sign up for this awesome podcasting platform: https://riverside.sjv.io/QjEWnx


    The Fitness Mentor Network

    Looking to elevate your fitness career to the next level? Use the code MENTORFALL15 to get 15% off The Fitness Mentor Network's 6 week mentorship cohorts or 1:1 mentorship programs. Click here to learn more about the Fitness Mentor Network

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    57 mins
  • 33. The Ethics and Legal Limits of Nutrition Coaching for Fitness Pros w/ Andres Ayesta
    Jul 2 2025

    Andres Ayesta is a Registered Dietitian, Sports Nutritionist, and founder of Planos Nutrition, where he helps men over 30 and busy professionals lose fat, improve energy, and build sustainable habits without restrictive diets or gimmicks. With over 12 years of experience and features in outlets like Forbes, CNN, and Men’s Health, Andres combines science-based strategies with real-world coaching to help people create results they can actually maintain.


    Learn More About Andres:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andresayesta

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@andresayesta

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@andresthedietitian

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andresayestaU

    Website: https://planosnutrition.com/


    Learn More About Dr. Darian

    Website: https://doctordarianparker.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darianparker/


    Dr. Darian's Affiliates:

    Stick Mobility

    Get your flexibility back and prevent injuries with Stick Mobility. Training Sticks improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. Go to this Link or copy to your browser https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker and use the discount code: 1CEC828F154 to get 10% off of your purchase.


    Hyperice

    Grab your Hyperice gear and get 10% off using my affiliate link: https://tidd.ly/4noSOfW
    From percussion to compression, elevate your recovery like a pro. Discount applies at checkout.


    Riverside

    I use Riverside to record my podcast in studio-quality audio and video—right from my browser or phone. Whether you're remote or in-person, it's the easiest way to get crisp, professional results every time. Use my link to sign up for this awesome podcasting platform: https://riverside.sjv.io/QjEWnx


    The Fitness Mentor Network

    Looking to elevate your fitness career to the next level? Use the code MENTORFALL15 to get 15% off The Fitness Mentor Network's 6 week mentorship cohorts or 1:1 mentorship programs. Click here to learn more about the Fitness Mentor Network



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    40 mins

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