Meet Jochen Fahr, founder of Brauerei Fahr, the award-winning brewery celebrated for its authentic German beers. Born in Ebringen, Germany, Jochen turned his passion for brewing into a thriving business. But in 2023, after losing both his brother to ALS and his father shortly after, Jochen found himself reevaluating life’s priorities.

Determined to find a sense of clarity and resilience, Jochen began a daily fitness routine at F45, using physical movement as a tool for healing. This journey inspired him to take on HYROX, a gruelling fitness challenge combining running and strength training, and sign up for his first-ever marathon.

In this episode, Jochen opens up about his journey to personal wellness, how fitness became a cornerstone of his healing process, and the lessons he’s learned about setting goals, finding balance, and prioritizing mental and physical wellbeing.


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This week on the podcast, we're joined once again by our good friend Lochlin Cross to chat about Mark's upcoming 28-day Yoga Challenge!

After a hockey injury left Lochlin with a broken tailbone, he reluctantly turned to yoga to aid his recovery. What started as a physical necessity became a life-changing practice, and Lochlin embraced yoga for its mental, physical, and spiritual benefits.

Years later, Lochlin became a yoga instructor himself, hoping to make yoga accessible to everyone—including beer-loving, hockey-playing folks who might not see themselves in a yoga studio. In this episode, Lochlin shares his journey from skeptic to instructor and offers Mark insights as he prepares to commit to daily yoga for 28 days.

Tune in to learn how yoga can support physical recovery, mental well-being, and spiritual growth—even if it feels outside your comfort zone.

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Meet Michael Allemeier - Certified Master Chef and Instructor of Culinary Arts at SAIT Polytechnic. After years of enduring painful arthritis from the demands of a high-energy kitchen career, Michael recently underwent a full hip replacement.

Michael shares the physical and mental challenges that came with his journey to recovery and offers insights into how healing his body has also opened doors to mental and emotional renewal. He emphasizes the importance of self-care in the culinary industry, urging young chefs to invest in their physical health to sustain long careers.

Join us as Chef Michael reflects on his career, his personal journey, and the lessons he’s learned about resilience, wellness, and the interconnectedness of body and mind.

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