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The Coaching Lab: Evidence-Based High Performance & Wellbeing

Brad Cooper, PhD (Catalyst Coaching)
Health Coaching
Health and Wellness Coaching
Coaching
Mental Health
Behavior Change
Health and Wellness
Wellness
Health
Personal Vision
Running
Motivational Interviewing
Dopamine
Mental Toughness
Performance
Personal Growth
Catalyst Coaching Institute
Mindfulness
Aging
Performance Psychology
Employee Wellness Programs

Stop chasing fads and start mastering the science of change. The Coaching Lab is the premier destination for health coaches, wellness professionals, executive coaches, and high performers who demand more than "fluff." Hosted by Dr. Brad Cooper, this podcast bridges the gap between complex performance psychology and real-world application.

Whether you are a certified coach (ICF, NBHWC) looking to e... more

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Work travel can quietly drain your energy, wreck your sleep, and leave even your highest-performing clients coming home depleted. In this episode of The Coaching Lab, host [Host Name] sits down with Beth Jennings, PT, NBC-HWC — a physical therapist a... more

You passed the NBHWC exam — congratulations! Now what? In this episode of The Coaching Lab, Dr. Cooper and Leigh deliver the post-certification roadmap every new National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) needs. Whether you're aiming ... more

We are thrilled to have one of the pioneers of health & wellness coaching, Wellcoaches founder Margaret Moore (you likely know her as Coach Meg) join us on this special episode of The Coaching Lab podcast!

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Most people think mindfulness means downloading an app or sitting quietly for ten minutes. Serena Jain is here to respectfully challenge that assumption — and to show coaches and high performers what's actually possible when mindfulness is practiced ... more

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Recent Guests

Margaret Moore
Pioneer in coaching, founder of Wellcoaches, at the intersection of behavior change, health, and human development
Wellcoaches; ACSM partnerships
Episode: Margaret "Coach Meg" Moore: Pioneer of Health & Wellness Coaching
Serena Jain
National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and mindfulness-based stress reduction teacher
Independent/Professional practice
Episode: The Science of Slowing Down: Mindfulness, MBSR, and the Coaching Edge with Serena Jain, NBC-HWC
Sara Parrode
AI coach for executives; board certified health and wellness coach
Independent AI coaching practice; authoring at the intersection of human development and AI
Episode: AI and Coaching: How to Use Artificial Intelligence Without Losing the Human Connection (Sara Parrode)
Sabrina Little
Vice President of Coaching Excellence for Catalyst Coaching 360; board-certified health and wellness coach
Catalyst Coaching 360
Episode: AI and Coaching: How to Use Artificial Intelligence Without Losing the Human Connection (Sara Parrode)
Izzy Justice
World-renowned sports neuroscientist
Episode: Measuring & Enhancing Peak Performance - Dr. Izzy Justice
Brad Stulberg
Best-selling author, performance coach, and researcher on sustainable excellence
Episode: Brad Stulberg: The Way of Excellence
Daniel Gagnon, PhD
Thermal physiologist and expert in heat exposure
University of Montreal
Episode: Science of Saunas: Wellbeing to Elite Performance (Daniel Gagnon, PhD)
Suzy Destarac
A nationally board certified health and wellness coach who teaches cooking classes and provides wellness coaching.
Episode: Deep Dive into the Business of Coaching
Dr. Brad Cooper
CEO/Co-founder of Catalyst Coaching and a recognized expert in performance psychology.
Catalyst Coaching
Episode: Deep Dive into the Business of Coaching

Host

Brad Cooper
CEO/Co-founder of Catalyst Coaching; recognized expert in performance psychology and wellness coaching.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 140 ratings
  • Fantastic Interviews

    Brad and his team do an excellent job interviewing top thinkers and leaders in the health and wellness space. I really appreciate the natural, organic flow of each episode; nothing seems over-edited or highly produced. As both a physical therapist and wellness coach, the content is always so valuable. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    slower life mom
    United States3 years ago
  • The best in class

    These podcasts with Dr. Brad Cooper and Guests are best in class for everyone. Take the time and really listen. Changing your mindset does result in a better life and improved health and well-being. #thehealingway

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Donna Rita
    United States4 years ago
  • CDC

    Anyone trying to cite the CDC as a credible science-based source only diminishes their own credibility.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    COVID-Election Episodes
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    Easy to listen to and helpful whether you are a coach or not!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tayleit
    United States5 years ago
  • Great info and more than just a podcast for coaches

    Dr. Coopers podcast has been great in helping me though a major injury and now the recovery process. Topics like preparing for surgery to mental toughness and nutrition have all been beneficial.

    I’ve specifically been diving into the concept of mental toughness for a while now. How to become stronger mentally and having the ability to practically apply it. Dr. Coopers unique approach to mental toughness has really intrigued me. It’s not just about grinding yourself into the dirt everyday. He h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Blue Goat
    United States5 years ago

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Audience appreciates evidence-based, practical guidance from recognized experts.
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Listeners value interviews that balance science with real-world coaching insights.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Science of Slowing Down: Mindfulness, MBSR, and the Coaching Edge with Serena Jain, NBC-HWC
Q: What are practical ways to introduce mindfulness in coaching sessions without overstepping scope?
Coaches should guide basic, accessible practices learned in training, avoid teaching as mindfulness instructors, and use introductory exercises like breath and body awareness or brief presencing exercises to establish presence at the start of sessions.
The Science of Slowing Down: Mindfulness, MBSR, and the Coaching Edge with Serena Jain, NBC-HWC
Q: What differentiates mindfulness-based stress reduction from general mindfulness practice?
MBSR is an eight-week, evidence-based course originally developed for chronic pain, designed to build coping skills and resilience, and it can be credited as a CEU for coaches.
The Science of Slowing Down: Mindfulness, MBSR, and the Coaching Edge with Serena Jain, NBC-HWC
Q: How do you define mindfulness based on what you've learned?
Mindfulness is the awareness that arises when we pay attention on purpose in the present moment, without judgment, and with kindness and curiosity as a guiding stance.
AI and Coaching: How to Use Artificial Intelligence Without Losing the Human Connection (Sara Parrode)
Q: What are practical first steps for brand-new users to start integrating AI into coaching?
Start with a simple tool like ChatGPT-based chat for coaching questions, have a conversation without worrying about prompting, and use it to brainstorm content or prepare for sessions, then gradually add tools like Notebook LM and Gamma for deeper functions.
AI and Coaching: How to Use Artificial Intelligence Without Losing the Human Connection (Sara Parrode)
Q: Sara, what are coaches commonly fear about AI taking over their jobs?
The fear often centers on replacement, but in practice AI currently covers only a portion of coaching needs; human connection, empathy, and intuitive reading between the lines remain irreplaceable, so AI should augment rather than replace coaching.

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