Joint Effort with Pickle & The Doc

Comparison can KILL your joy!

In this episode, we open up about:

• Preparing for upcoming shoulder surgery (July 9th) 🏥

• Balancing hormone therapy and physical therapy

• The mental challenges of modifying workouts while in pain

• Why documenting the rehab journey is part therapy, part mission

• Body image and gym comparison struggles—especially for women

• How to reframe comparison into inspiration and take control of your progress 💪

• The importance of having people in your life who push you, not just comfort you

• The connection between success and daily grit (even without a sports background)

• And yes… we talk healthy pasta and our upcoming Puerto Rico trip (plus dolphins 🐬)

Whether you're navigating surgery, struggling with comparison, or just need a reminder that growth happens outside your comfort zone—this one's for you.

🛒 Mentioned in this episode:
✔️ Pete’s Pasta – high-protein, keto-friendly pasta we actually loved (not sponsored, just honest)
✔️ Shoulder surgery preparation tips for active adults
✔️ Mindset strategies to avoid letting comparison steal your joy

📍 Where we’re headed next: Puerto Rico! 🌴 We’re recording the next episode from the island as we celebrate a wedding and enjoy some beachside reflection (and maybe swim with dolphins—Travis is locked in now).

CrossFit Competitions and Who’s having shoulder surgery?

Katie just finished her first CrossFit competition, and we break down the highs, the surprises, and what she learned. Travis talks about his upcoming shoulder surgery and explains the bicep tenodesis procedure for his torn labrum. We also dive into the brutal CrossFit workout "Murph"—why it’s a challenge and how to approach it smart. Recorded in Wewahitchka, Florida.

CrossFit competitions, injury recovery, and real fitness talk—don’t miss this episode!

 

#crossfit #murph #shoulder surgery

Don’t Sabotage Health Goals when Traveling

In this episode, we’re sharing our best tips for staying active and healthy while traveling. Whether you’re on vacation or a work trip, it’s easy to fall off track—but with a little planning, you can keep up your fitness routine and still enjoy your time away!

The Power of Your Inner Circle | Retatrutide for Rapid Fat Loss Joint Effort Ep.2

Welcome back to *Joint Effort* with Travis and Katie! This week, we’re escaping the city and taking you along for a peaceful day in nature with our RV. 🌿🚐 

We chat about the importance of disconnecting from routine, how your closest relationships shape you, and the surprising impact of "food noise" on daily life. Plus, we share our honest experiences trying the peptide Retatrutide for fat loss and mental clarity.  

In this episode, we cover:
✅ How changing your routine can slow down time (and why it’s so refreshing)  
✅ Jim Rohn’s quote: "You’re the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with"—and why we debate its meaning  
✅ Evaluating your inner circle: Who uplifts you? Who drains you?  
✅ Our firsthand review of Retatrutide (effects, dosing, and why it’s different from Semaglutide)  
✅ The struggle of "food noise" and balancing health with fat loss  

💬 Join the Conversation:  
Do you agree with the "5 people" theory? Have you tried peptides or struggled with food noise? Drop your thoughts below!  

📍 Follow Our Journey:
- Instagram: @drtravisowens @mindful_katiepickle 

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#JointEffort #NatureTherapy #Peptides #SelfImprovement #RVLife  

*(Disclaimer: This is for informational purposes only. Consult a healthcare professional before trying peptides or new supplements.)*

Wellness, Fitness, and Beauty Come Together

Two people from completely different worlds—one a seasoned aesthetician, the other a sports medicine doctor and CrossFit coach—come together to share their unique perspectives on health, wellness, and fitness. In this episode, we dive into how their backgrounds, passions, and daily experiences shape their views on movement, longevity, and self-care. From anti-aging treatments to injury prevention, from desk-job struggles to CrossFit victories, this conversation is all about bridging the gap and learning to meet in the middle.

🔹 The importance of movement for longevity
🔹 How skincare and fitness go hand in hand
🔹 Overcoming sedentary habits and making wellness a priority
🔹 Reflections on the 2025 CrossFit Open

Join us as we explore how small, intentional changes can lead to a healthier, more vibrant life!

#HealthAndWellness #CrossFit #SportsMedicine #Skincare #Longevity #Podcast #FitnessJourney #MovementMatters

Xray or MRI?

This is one of the most common questions I get from athletes and parents. There is some confusion about imaging...the process, the need for it, which one is right, and what to do with the information. While some cheerleaders need imaging, many do not and in this episode we dive into what imaging is and when we would need it. Www.Thecheerdoc.Com Www.Hitzeronutrition.Com

Overtraining | Increasing Jump Height | Hyperextended Joints

In this episode we answer the questions:

0:55 Is there such thing as overtraining in cheer and what is the best way to strength and condition? -no, there is no such thing as over training, but only if you are doing one other thing properly and to your full ability

 

10:04 How can I improve my vertical jump height? -you may think working on jumps will make it higher, but there are other strategies that don't involve jumping that can increase jump height!

 

14:40 How can I build muscle to help with hyperextended joints? -the first thing we need to ask is if it's even causing a problem...if it is, give these two strategies a shot Don't miss this episode!

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www.hitzeronutrition.com

 

SHOW LESS

Jerry Harris is a Predator

A few episodes back, we discussed an ongoing investigation on some high profile people in the cheer world and their alleged predatory actions. Names of victims in the predator were omitted to protect the anonymity of the children into respect the due process of law. Now it is clear who these people are. I suggested that coaches, parents, and gym owners keep their ears open and be willing to have tough conversations because more people would be coming forward with their own traumatic experiences. We are now starting to see that happen more and more. Continue to talk to your athletes and kids and let’s keep progress moving forward until all kids can feel safe and listened to.

Ridiculous attempt to justify PEDOPHILIA

In a sick and twisted way, a group of sexual predators is trying to explain their crimes against children by saying it is a natural trait that they were born with; an innate feeling that they have no control over and that should be as widely accepted as LGBTQ.

 

This disgraceful attempt to justify their malicious acts falls at a time when cheer athletes are beginning to come forward and speak out against predators.

 

Our sport has historically been progressive in equality for LGBTQ rights and for this fringe group of criminals to attach their twisted actions to the LGBTQ community and demand for equality is reprehensible.

 

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WWW.HITZERONUTRITION.COM

 

Music in the intro:

Purity by Mesqo https://soundcloud.com/mesqo

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Pedophiles in Cheerleading

After the release of Athlete A which tells the story of the sexual abuse scandal perpetrated by Larry Nassar and covered up by USA Gymnastics, athletes in our sport have begun coming forward.

Our sport is not immune from predatory adults. We see it in the news far too often and now, our athletes are starting to come forward to face their predators in an attempt end the cycle.

Names of predators are starting to surface. Athletes are gaining the strength to speak out and they need us. Proactive steps must be taken now and a plan for how you are going to react is also of the utmost importance. Don't let it catch you off guard.

www.thecheerdoc.com

www.hitzeronutrition.com

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