254. Fixing Youth Rodeo Athlete Development
Champion Living with Doug Champion
Release Date: 04/21/2025
Peptides, NAD & LactiGo for Real-World Recovery (w/ Dr. Willie Villarreal)
Champion Living with Doug Champion
In this episode of the Champion Living Podcast, Doug sits down with Dr. Willie Villarreal to unpack what’s real and what’s hype around peptides, NAD, hormone therapy, and a breakthrough recovery gel called LactiGo. They dive deep into real-world recovery for rodeo athletes, ranchers, and outdoorsmen — breaking down what actually works to heal faster, move better, and perform longer. You’ll learn: Peptides 101 — BPC-157 & TB-500 explained (when to use, oral vs injection). NAD for energy & longevity — how delivery method impacts results. LactiGo — the patented...
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You Won't Believe How These Athletes Are Maximizing Off-Season Training | Rodeo Athlete
Champion Living with Doug Champion
In this episode of the Champion Living Podcast, Doug sits down with coaches Logan Corbett and Megan Walker to break down what the off-season should really look like for rodeo athletes. From rebuilding strength foundations to developing power, mobility, and injury resilience — the team covers the full roadmap for setting up a successful season ahead. They dive deep into progressive overload, proper movement mechanics, and how to structure training phases that actually translate to better performance in the arena. The coaches also tackle one of the biggest myths in western sports — that...
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Revolutionizing Rodeo Equipment Forever with Beastmaster Rodeo: Tim Tippman
Champion Living with Doug Champion
In this episode of the Champion Living Podcast, Doug sits down with Tim Tippmann, the owner and operator of Beastmaster Rodeo Gear, to talk about what it really means to raise the standard in rodeo equipment From humble beginnings to building one of the most trusted brands in the industry, Tim shares how Beastmaster has revolutionized rodeo gear through innovation, athlete feedback, and relentless pursuit of quality. You’ll hear how Beastmaster’s partnership with Champion Living has evolved — from creating safer, smarter equipment to investing back into the sport through the...
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Test Don’t Guess: Functional Medicine for Rodeo & Ranch Life (w/ Dr. Victor Carsrud, Breather Mae)
Champion Living with Doug Champion
Doug sits down with Dr. Victor Carsrud, Head of Functional Medicine & Health Innovation at Breather Mae, to map a no-fluff health playbook for high-demand performers—rodeo athletes, ranchers, farmers, and anyone who works hard. We dig into why “test, don’t guess” matters, how a simple Gut Check unlocks better hormone balance and recovery, and the panels most annual physicals miss (full thyroid with antibodies, prolactin for pituitary stress, micronutrients, organic acids). We also get real on environmental toxins (mold, microplastics, PFAS), what to eat on the road, and why...
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Recovery Fundamentals: Sleep, Nutrition & Stress Management for Rodeo Athletes
Champion Living with Doug Champion
In this solo episode, Doug Champion breaks down one of the most important — and overlooked — keys to performance: recovery. Whether you’re a rodeo athlete, gym-goer, or anyone chasing high performance, Doug shares the three pillars of recovery — Sleep, Nutrition, and Stress Management — and explains how mastering these can completely change your results. Inside this episode: Why you don’t grow in the gym — you grow when you recover The science of sleep and how it drives muscle repair and hormone balance How to fuel for recovery (not just performance) Managing stress to...
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Finding Balance, Building Resilience, and Coming Back Strong: HOW TO DO ALL OF IT!
Champion Living with Doug Champion
The Champion Living Podcast is back! Doug Champion shares lessons from bow hunting, athlete success stories, and what it means to be a champion in and out of the arena. Plus, big news on a new functional medicine partnership! Topics in this episode: – The Power of Stepping Away to Recharge – Lessons from Bow Hunting & Canada Adventure – Mason Clements, Chase Dougherty & Trusting the Process – Why 12-Year-Olds and 60-Year-Olds Train More Consistently Than You 28:15 – What’s Changing with the Podcast – New Partnership: Breather Mae & Functional Health Thank...
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You Want To Be A Bull Fighter? Do You Have WHAT IT TAKES?
Champion Living with Doug Champion
Chance Moorman is one of the brightest young talents in freestyle bullfighting, but his story goes far beyond the arena. In this episode, Chance sits down with us to share how he got started, the challenges he’s faced, and why his passion now includes mentoring the next generation of bullfighters.We dive into:Chance’s early days and what drew him to freestyle bullfightingThe mindset and training required to perform at the highest levelHow he handles pressure and adversity in the arenaHis vision for help
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Do You Have Parasites?
Champion Living with Doug Champion
In this episode of The Champion Living Podcast, Doug sits down with Kim Rogers—better known as The Worm Queen—to pull back the curtain on the world of parasite cleansing and detoxing for better health.Kim shares her journey from battling Lyme disease, mold poisoning, and chronic health issues to creating one of the most talked-about parasite cleansing businesses online. She explains how going viral four years ago changed her life, why she documents everything, and what most people don’t realize about
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Why You’re Not Winning Yet (Discipline, Mindset & Rookie Mistakes)
Champion Living with Doug Champion
In this episode of the Champion Living Podcast, we break down the hard truth: success in rodeo (and life) doesn’t come from talent alone.We dive into the comeback story of Cooper Davis at Calgary, the lesson behind Logan’s creatine mistake, and the mindset shifts that separate average from elite. If you’re struggling with inconsistency, poor habits, or just not getting results — this one’s for you.✅ How discipline creates freedom✅ Common rookie mistakes in training✅ Why mindset beats motivat
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266: Rodeo Athlete Workouts for Busy Schedules (No More Excuses)
Champion Living with Doug Champion
Staying fit as a rodeo athlete isn’t easy – especially when life gets busy.This week, we’re breaking down the real challenges you face trying to train with a hectic, unpredictable schedule. From the chaos of travel to the demands of family life, we get into it all.Here’s what we cover:Why moving your body matters more than chasing perfectionHow to adjust your workouts when your routine gets thrown offThe dangers of an all-or-nothing mindset (and how it’s holding you back)Personal stories about jug
info_outlineAre We Pushing Young Athletes Too Hard? | Youth Specialization, Rodeo, and Long-Term Health | Champion Living Podcast
In this episode of the Champion Living Podcast, the crew tackles one of the hottest and most controversial topics in sports: youth specialization, especially in youth rodeo.
Are we pushing kids too hard, too early? What’s the cost of high-level performance before puberty—and are we setting kids up for success or burnout?
Doug and the team share personal stories, experiences from working with young athletes, and hard truths about what true athletic development looks like. From fishing trips and family moments to deep-dive conversations on training smart, they challenge the “all-in, all-year” mindset dominating youth sports today.
You’ll hear insights on how to balance fun and fundamentals, why raw athleticism matters more than early success, and how to protect the long-term health of young athletes—without sacrificing competitive goals.
🎙️ Episode Topics:
Dangers of early specialization in youth rodeo
Letting kids be kids while still developing athleticism
Gym talk: smart training vs. overtraining
Stories from the crew’s personal fitness and archery fails
The importance of stepping away from screens and reconnecting
Health, recovery, and what biohacking really means
The value of knowing what’s happening inside your body before you train harder
This one’s for parents, coaches, and athletes who care about longevity, performance, and building champions the right way.
📌 Show Notes & Timestamps:
03:11 – Disconnecting from tech & real-world balance
05:24 – Community, coaching, and tough conversations
12:19 – Youth rodeo and early athletic development
24:18 – Balancing passion and play for young athletes
29:28 – Archery lessons and finding peace outdoors
35:28 – Gym routines and the supplement conversation
37:02 – Building training programs that work
56:18 – Health awareness, blood panels & biohacking basics
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