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The Ready State Podcast

Kelly Starrett & Juliet Starrett
Mental Health
Nutrition
Sleep
Resilience
Strength Training
Longevity
Youth Sports
Human Performance
Biomarkers
Nature Exposure
Women's Health
Athletic Performance
Scarcity Mindset
Outdoor Activities
Blood Work
Health and Wellness
Health Optimization
Teen Sleep Deprivation
Outward Bound
Health

A podcast about health, aging, fitness, recovery, nutrition, parenting, and living well, featuring conversations with leading experts, coaches, and thought leaders. Each episode brings warmth, humor, and real-world perspective to the conversation, turning expert insight into practical tools for building a stronger, more durable life — and living in your Ready State.

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“Strength training will make swimmers slow.”

“Water polo players should stop lifting before big competitions.”

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Welcome back to RECESS — our break from the serious stuff to talk about what we’re learning, what’s making us laugh, and how we’re building more play into real life.

In this episode, we talk about everything from terrible coffee decisions and animal... more

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In this episode of The Ready State Podcast, breathing expert Patrick McKeown joins Kelly and Juliet Starrett for a mind-expanding conv... more

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Welcome back to RECESS — our weekly break from the serious stuff to talk about what we’re learning, what’s making us laugh, and how we’re building more play into real life.

In this episode, we unpack why social connection may be the single biggest p... more

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Patrick McKeown
Breathing expert, author, Oxygen Advantage founder
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Episode: How Breathing Shapes Sleep, Stress, Performance, & Longevity | Patrick McKeown
Rachel Entrekin
Athlete and endurance racer
Cocodona 250-mile race winner
Episode: RECESS: Juliet & Kelly Starrett on Social Connection, School Recess Guidelines, Rachel Entrekin’s Self-Talk, and Prom Maxxing
Jeffrey Bland
Founder of functional medicine movement; physician and biochemist
Institute for Functional Medicine; Big Bold Health; Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute
Episode: Dr. Jeffrey Bland, Father of Functional Medicine, on Inflammation and Longevity
David Epstein
Science writer and author
Author of Inside the Box, Range, The Sports Cheat
Episode: How Constraints Boost Creativity, Focus & Performance | David Epstein
Steven Kotler
New York Times bestselling author; Flow Research Collective founder
Flow Research Collective
Episode: How to Stay Sharp, Creative, and Focused in the Age of AI with Steven Kotler
Cesalina Gracie
Entrepreneur, endurance athlete and self-defense expert; member of the Gracie family
Gracie family / Modern Women's Self-Defense System
Episode: Cesalina Gracie on Self-Belief, Women’s Safety, and Staying Calm Under Pressure
Kyle Harris
CEO of BrainLit, focused on biocentric lighting and its impact on sleep, recovery, and performance
BrainLit
Episode: Biocentric Lighting for Better Sleep, Recovery, and Performance with Kyle Harris of BrainLit
Dr. Tommy Wood
Associate professor of pediatrics and neuroscience at the University of Washington School of Medicine
University of Washington School of Medicine
Episode: The #1 Predictor of Dementia (Not Genetics) — How to Stimulate Your Mind & Prevent Alzheimer’s with Dr. Tommy Wood
Dr. Rachele Pojednic
Director of Education at the Stanford Lifestyle Medicine Group and Chief Scientist at Restore Labs
Stanford University & Restore Labs
Episode: Evidence-Based Wellness Without the “Protocol Life” — Practical Longevity & What to Track with Dr. Rachele Pojednic

Hosts

Juliet Starrett
Co-host of The Ready State Podcast; co-founder/leader in mobility and movement-based health discourse.
Kelly Starrett
Host and co-host; renowned movement coach, author, and founder in the mobility/fitness space.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 871 ratings
  • New Recess episode

    I love the new recess podcasts. One of the things I like about the Starrett’s is they let their guest talk and keep the discussion fun but centered around the guest. I get so tired of other podcasters who still just want to talk about themselves while they are interviewing a guest. But I like the new recess addition because I really do want to hear more of Juliet’s and Kelly’s thoughts and currents struggles and happenings. Love the new edition!!! Keep it up Starretts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cynallred
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good afternoon

    Funny but slightly annoying when they’re talking about a very serious topic and then suddenly launch into a commercial about their favorite cookies and cream flavored sports drink and how much they love that, and how their kids just go crazy for lemon berry electrolytes. That is podcasting in 2026 I guess!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Robert001289
    United States2 months ago
  • Great health podcast!

    I have listened to the Starretts for a while now. I have read their book Born to Move as well. Their advice is great and I incorporate it into my everyday routines. They inspire me to live a better, healthier life! Very glad I found their podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katherine0427
    United States5 months ago
  • Nathan Maffin

    I’ve followed Kelly and Juliet Starrett since the early MobilityWOD days and even visited San Francisco CrossFit to learn from Kelly in person. Their teachings have shaped how I coach and helped countless clients move and live pain-free.

    This podcast perfectly captures what makes them special—making performance, mobility, and pain-free living part of everyday conversation. It gets people talking about what fitness really means for them and how to quiet the industry noise to find what works.

    Hi... more

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    5
    Girl fun
    United States8 months ago
  • Super

    Informative, entertaining and transformative, real questions by real people. Juliet and Kelly’s interview styles work well together; both asking questions in different ways that I wouldn’t have thought of. Both have a rich history in fitness and competition yet are real and relatable. Fabulous guests who are famous and experts in their own right

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shirley Heinemann
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners praise the hosts for clear, actionable guidance grounded in science.
Content is described as engaging, evidence-based, and applicable to real life, with a strong focus on movement and longevity.

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Dr. Jeffrey Bland, Father of Functional Medicine, on Inflammation and Longevity
Q: What is one everyday food choice that you think helps people age faster?
If 15 to 20 percent of calories come from sugar, we are on a path to problems, because sugar drives inflammatory and glycation pathways that accelerate aging and disease.
How Constraints Boost Creativity, Focus & Performance | David Epstein
Q: Can you summarize the practical takeaway for listeners who want to apply constraint thinking today?
Start by making all commitments visible, then decide what to cut in the next 90 days, and learn to work in time-blocked modes to improve focus and reduce cognitive overload.
How Constraints Boost Creativity, Focus & Performance | David Epstein
Q: What motivated you to write a book about constraint-led thinking after Range?
Epstein explains that after Range there was demand for guidance on how to focus broad experiences into achievement, and constraints help people channel their toolbox effectively while reducing overwhelm.
Cesalina Gracie on Self-Belief, Women’s Safety, and Staying Calm Under Pressure
Q: How did Cesalina prepare for Everest in seven weeks, and what mindset carried her through?
She focused on targeted mountain-specific training with a renowned coach, prioritized learnings in knots, ropes, and self-rescue, and leveraged a deep belief in her mission to empower other women, which sustained her through extreme stress.
Biocentric Lighting for Better Sleep, Recovery, and Performance with Kyle Harris of BrainLit
Q: How does biocentric lighting rank relative to other health pillars?
Kyle Harris positions lighting as a pillar of health due to its influence on sleep and recovery, though it works in concert with nutrition and movement, and is especially impactful when integrated throughout a space rather than as a single device.

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Two hosts bring warmth, humor, and practical expertise to conversations about health, performance, aging, recovery, and everyday wellbeing. Episodes commonly feature leading researchers, coaches, and industry pioneers who translate complex science into actionable routines— from movement systems and strength to sleep, nutrition, and resilient mindsets. Notable strengths include a strong evidence base paired with real-world application, a collaborative on-air dynamic, and a focus on durable, sustainable living for individuals, families, and teams. This mix makes it useful for listeners seeking practical health optimization, parenting and workplace wellness insights, and high-level perspectives on fitness and longevity.

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1. Patrick McKeown
2. Rachel Entrekin
3. Jeffrey Bland
4. David Epstein
5. Steven Kotler
6. Cesalina Gracie
7. Kyle Harris
8. Dr. Tommy Wood

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