Former elite wrestler and coach Brody Teske joins the Active Health Podcast to discuss grit, reinvention, and the habits that build real health and performance.

From high-level athletics to coaching youth and working with the general population, Brody explains why consistency beats talent, why comfort slows progress, and how foundational habits like sleep, recovery, and lifestyle choices create long-term results.

A powerful conversation on discipline, growth, and doing the work every day.

The holiday season is supposed to be joyful… but for most people, it turns into three months of stress, overeating, and losing every good habit they built all year.

In this episode, Dr. Josh Mason and Kim break down why the holidays derail people so quickly and how to actually stay consistent without feeling restricted or guilty.

You’ll learn:

• Why the “holiday mindset” ruins 25% of your year

• How to enjoy your favorite foods without losing progress

• The one mindset shift that completely changes the season

• Simple habits you can stick to even when life gets chaotic

• How to handle stress, travel, family gatherings, and food-centric events

• Why consistency beats perfection (and always will)

Whether you want to maintain your weight, avoid holiday burnout, or simply feel better heading into the new year, this episode gives you a practical roadmap to do it.

If you want help building a plan for your health, DM us anytime — we’re here to help.

In one of the most relatable and inspiring conversations yet, Dr. Josh sits down with financial advisor and former college athlete Baileigh Ashbrook to explore the surprising connection between physical health, financial wellness, and the daily habits that shape both.

Baileigh opens up about life as a working mom, business owner, and former athlete who learned early on that discipline is not punishment but freedom. She reflects on the reality many adults face after sports end, when the structure disappears and routines fall apart. Together, she and Dr. Josh unpack why so many people feel ashamed to start over, why comparison holds us back, and how the smallest consistent actions can change an entire future.

More than that, Baileigh shares honest stories about building a financial life with her husband, raising three kids, navigating seasons of chaos, and learning that taking care of yourself is not selfish. It is necessary. Dr. Josh brings these lessons full circle, showing how the same principles that build financial stability build physical strength, longevity, and confidence.

This episode is about intention, patience, and the courage to start where you are. It is a reminder that you are never too late, you are never behind, and the habits you choose today can create freedom in every area of your life.

In one of the most emotional and powerful episodes yet, host Lynn Meyer sits down with Jade Williams, a local nurse practitioner whose story will leave you speechless.

Jade opens up about her journey from passionate healthcare provider to cancer survivor — and everything that came in between. She shares how her Apple Watch data first signaled that something was wrong, the moment she heard the words “It’s cancer,” and the grueling months of surgeries, chemotherapy, and loss that followed.

But more than that, Jade reflects on resilience, motherhood, faith, and what it means to truly live after your world has fallen apart. She discusses rebuilding her strength, redefining her identity, and finding purpose again through her family, patients, and community support.

This episode is about hope, grit, and the power of the human spirit — a reminder that no matter what you’re facing, you are never alone.

In this episode of the Active Health Podcast, Dr. Josh Mason sits down with Fort Dodge Senior High Strength & Conditioning Coach, Brock Adams.

They dive into:

• How structured athletic programs build discipline, confidence, and leadership in students

• The role sports play in shaping character both on and off the field

• What it takes to balance academics, athletics, and personal growth

• The growing need for upgraded training spaces at Fort Dodge Senior High

• How the upcoming November 4th referendum could help bring those improvements to life

Coach Adams shares his passion for helping students become not just better athletes, but better humans—prepared for life beyond sports.

📣 Fort Dodge Residents — Your Vote Matters

This November, our community has the chance to make a lasting impact on local education. The proposed school bond will modernize Fort Dodge Senior High with new, high-quality facilities for learning, arts, and athletics—creating an environment where both students and teachers can thrive.

The plan replaces an existing bond, meaning no increase to current property tax rates. It’s a smart investment in our kids and in the future of Fort Dodge.

💬 Leave your questions in the comments or message us if you’d like to learn more.

🗳️ Vote YES on November 4th to support our schools, our students, and our community.

After more than a decade of knee pain, Lauren thought running and playing with her kids were chapters she had closed for good. In this episode, Dr. Josh Madsen sits down with Lauren to talk about her journey from chronic pain to renewed movement and how Active Health’s holistic approach helped her reopen the doors she thought were shut forever.

They discuss the long road from injury to recovery, the importance of patience in the healing process, and why true health care means helping people return to the life they love.

Whether you are an active parent, an athlete recovering from injury, or someone who has been told “that’s just how it is,” this conversation will remind you that your body is capable of more than you think.

🎙 In this episode:

• Healing chronic knee pain without giving up movement
• Why “closing doors” as we age limits our quality of life
• The Active Health approach to restoring balance and resilience
• A patient’s perspective on long-term results and hope

Subscribe to the Active Health Podcast for more real stories on fitness, performance, and recovery.

In this episode of the Active Health Podcast, Dr. Josh Mason is joined again by his wife Kim, a nurse and functional medicine coach, to break down what cholesterol really is and why it’s been misunderstood for so long.

Learn the roles of HDL, LDL, VLDL, and triglycerides, how cholesterol is produced, and what your labs may not be telling you. They dig into the pros and cons of statins, the overlooked power of lifestyle medicine, and how inflammation—not cholesterol—is the real culprit in heart disease.

💥 Topics covered:

What your cholesterol labs actually mean

The car analogy: understanding lipoproteins

The role of inflammation and liver dysfunction

Why statins aren’t the only answer

Lifestyle shifts that change lab outcomes

👉 Want help reviewing your labs or building a custom plan? Reach out to Kim for a consult and start taking ownership of your health today.

In this episode of the Active Health Podcast, Dr. Josh Mason sits down with Brady, a marathon runner who went from weighing 280 lbs to setting personal records on race day.

They dive into:

• Brady’s journey from football and weightlifting to marathons and ultramarathons
• The turning point that sparked his 100+ pound weight loss
• Training challenges, injuries, and recovery strategies
• How Active Release Technique (ART) and chiropractic care helped him overcome nagging pain
• The importance of pushing beyond comfort zones to keep fitness fresh and exciting

Brady’s story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to change your path, take ownership of your health, and achieve goals you once thought were impossible.

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