Leave Your Mark

Scott Livingston

The Leave Your Mark Podcast is where high performance meets human stories. Each week, we go beyond résumés and highlight reels to explore how extraordinary people, high achievers who are also genuinely good humans, have been shaped by their environments, experiences, and the people around them.  More importantly, we uncover how they are leaving their mark on the world. Step inside the minds and lives of remarkable individuals from sport, business, arts, and beyond, and walk away inspired to leave your own mark. Your host, Scott Livingston, has spent over 35 years in the world of human performance. He’s trained, reconditioned, and supported some of the best athletes on the planet, working inside elite performance environments and learning firsthand what it takes to be the best in the world. Follow Scott: 📸 Instagram: @Kingopain 🐦 Twitter: @Builtbyscott 📘 Facebook: Scott G Livingston 💼 LinkedIn: Scott Livingston Check out our sponsor: www.ReconditioningHQ.com  Neuro Reconditioning helps human performance professionals master the gray area between rehab and performance, integrating rehab, neuroscience, and training so you can manage complex cases with confidence and stand out in your field. #LeaveYourMark #aHighPerformingLife #MpwrU #ReconditioningRevolution

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    Coaching Coaches, Leading with Service, and Building a Life Beyond Performance with Eric Dannenberg

    Send us Fan Mail What does it take to spend more than two decades at one of the world's most respected performance organizations and continue to evolve? In this episode of the Leave Your Mark Podcast, we sit down with Eric Dannenberg, a Performance Learning & Development Coach at Exos whose career has taken him from intern to coaching elite athletes in the NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, MLS, UFC, and action sports before ultimately stepping into the role of developing coaches around the world. But this conversation isn't about sets, reps, or exercise selection. It's about becoming the kind of coach people trust. Eric shares the experiences that shaped his philosophy of service, the mentors who influenced his growth, and how he learned to balance established systems with his own authentic coaching style. We discuss leadership, communication, athlete buy-in, coaching education, mentorship, and why curiosity has become one of the greatest performance tools of all. We also explore one of the greatest challenges facing coaches today: helping people move from simply delivering information to creating meaningful impact. Toward the end of the conversation, we dive into the importance of maintaining balance, cultivating interests outside of coaching, and why taking care of yourself ultimately allows you to better serve others. If you're a coach, therapist, trainer, educator, or leader who wants to make a greater impact on the people you serve, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and honest reflections from someone who has spent over 20 years living the profession. In this episode, we discuss: • Eric's journey from aspiring soccer player to Exos leader • Learning through mentorship and real-world experience • Coaching within a system while developing your own voice • Building trust and athlete buy-in • Teaching the next generation of coaches • Leadership, communication, and presence • Motivational interviewing and creating engagement • Balancing ambition with personal fulfillment • Why service remains the foundation of great coaching Enjoy the conversation. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    Coaching Coaches, Leading with Service, and Building a Life Beyond Performance with Eric Dannenberg
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    Curiosity, Science, Relationships, and the Pursuit of Better Questions with Keith Barr

    Send us Fan Mail What shapes a world-leading scientist? Is it intelligence? Great mentors? Opportunity? Or simply an insatiable curiosity that never stops asking why? In Episode 489 of the Leave Your Mark Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Keith Baar, one of the world's most respected molecular exercise physiologists, whose work has transformed our understanding of muscle growth, tendon adaptation, rehabilitation, and human performance. As Professor of Molecular Exercise Physiology at UC Davis—and soon to begin the next chapter of his career at McMaster University—Keith has spent decades translating molecular biology into practical strategies for clinicians, therapists, coaches, and elite sporting organizations worldwide. But this conversation isn't about signalling pathways or collagen synthesis. It's about the journey that created the scientist. We explore the mentors who shaped him, why curiosity has always driven his career, how his relationship with his wife Barb influenced many of life's biggest decisions, and the leadership philosophy that built one of the world's most respected research laboratories around the simple idea of conducting world-class science in a family environment. Along the way, we discuss why science should never be about proving yourself right, how diverse experiences lead to better discoveries, the challenges facing research today, and why asking better questions is often more important than finding quick answers. Of course, we couldn't resist diving into some of Keith's latest work on tendon adaptation, including the exciting potential of low-load, long-duration isometrics (3LD) and what his research may mean for rehabilitation and performance practitioners everywhere. This is an episode about science. But even more, it's an episode about the people behind the science. I think you're going to enjoy this one. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    Curiosity, Science, Relationships, and the Pursuit of Better Questions with Keith Barr
  3. 14 juli

    Neuroscience Part 2 – Reconditioning the Nervous System for Better Performance with Matt Bush

    Send us Fan Mail Once we understand that pain is an output of the nervous system, the next question becomes: What do we actually do about it? In Part 2, Matt Bush takes us beyond theory and into practical application, exploring how practitioners can begin integrating neurological principles into rehabilitation and performance. We discuss chronic pain, nociplastic pain, sensory integration, and why the body consistently chooses the movement strategy that feels safest—not necessarily the mechanically ideal one. Matt shares remarkable clinical stories demonstrating how small neurological interventions can create dramatic changes in movement, performance, and pain, while explaining why vision, vestibular function, and proprioception deserve a much larger role in our assessments. We finish with an important discussion about the future of our profession and why embracing applied neurology may represent one of the next major evolutions in rehabilitation and performance. In this episode we discuss: • Nociceptive versus nociplastic pain • Why chronic pain persists after tissues have healed • Pain neuroscience education and athlete confidence • Sensory integration and movement efficiency • How neurological mismatches affect performance • Practical neurological interventions that create immediate change • Why the future of rehabilitation is likely to become increasingly brain-centered Whether you're a therapist, athletic trainer, strength coach, or movement professional, this episode offers a fresh perspective on helping people move better, recover faster, and perform at a higher level. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    Neuroscience Part 2 – Reconditioning the Nervous System for Better Performance with Matt Bush
  4. 8 juli

    Neuroscience Part 1 – Why the Nervous System Changes Everything We Thought We Knew About Pain with Matt Bush

    Send us Fan Mail What if pain isn't simply the result of damaged tissue? What if movement quality, performance, and rehabilitation are driven by something far more complex than muscles and joints? In Part 1 of this conversation, I sit down with performance therapist and educator Matt Bush to explore the neurological foundations of pain, threat, and movement. Together, we unpack why the brain constantly interprets information from our visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems to determine whether movement is safe—and why that process has profound implications for every therapist, coach, and performance practitioner. Along the way, we discuss why manual therapy is already influencing the nervous system whether we recognize it or not, how previous injuries and life experiences shape pain sensitivity, the role of sensory weighting in chronic tendinopathy, and why understanding the nervous system fundamentally changes the way we assess and treat our athletes. If you've ever wondered why two people with the same injury can have completely different outcomes, this conversation will challenge the way you think about rehabilitation. In this episode, we discuss: • Why the nervous system predicts rather than reacts • The brain's threat detection and salience networks • Why pain is a protective output—not simply a tissue problem • Sensory weighting and its role in persistent knee pain • How previous experiences influence pain sensitivity • Why therapists are already practicing neurology every day This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation that explores the future of rehabilitation and performance through the lens of neuroscience. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    Neuroscience  Part 1 – Why the Nervous System Changes Everything We Thought We Knew About Pain with Matt Bush
  5. 23 juni

    Rewiring Recovery, Performance, and Human Potential with Garrett Salpeter

    Send us Fan Mail Garrett Salpeter is an engineer, entrepreneur, author, and founder of NeuFit, best known as the creator of the NEUBIE device and his pioneering work at the intersection of neuroscience, rehabilitation, and human performance. In this episode of Leave Your Mark, Garrett shares the journey that began with a significant hockey injury and evolved into a lifelong pursuit of understanding how the nervous system influences recovery, movement, and performance. A former collegiate hockey player with a background in physics and engineering, Garrett's curiosity led him beyond traditional rehabilitation models and into the world of functional neurology, motor control, and neuroplasticity. Together, we explore the lessons hockey taught him about devotion, discipline, teamwork, and personal growth, as well as the pivotal experiences that shaped his professional path. Garrett discusses his transition from academia to entrepreneurship, the challenges of building a company from the ground up, and the development of direct current technologies designed to help people move, heal, and perform at a higher level. Our conversation dives into the concept of the nervous system as the body's software, the role of compensation in both physical and psychological health, and why addressing root causes often produces more meaningful and lasting outcomes than simply treating symptoms. Whether you're a coach, therapist, clinician, athlete, or simply fascinated by human performance, this episode offers a thoughtful look at innovation, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of understanding how we adapt and thrive. In this episode, we discuss: • Garrett's hockey journey and the lessons sport taught him about excellence and contribution • How a serious injury led him to functional neurology and neuroscience • The nervous system's role in movement, pain, and performance • Leaving academia to pursue entrepreneurship and innovation • The development of the NEUBIE and direct current technology • Compensation patterns in rehabilitation and human behavior • Root cause thinking in performance and recovery • Building a business while staying aligned with personal values • The future of neuromuscular rehabilitation and human optimization Enjoy the conversation. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    Rewiring Recovery, Performance, and Human Potential with Garrett Salpeter
  6. 16 juni

    Building Durable Performance Through Leadership, Coaching, and Life with Victor Hall

    Send us Fan Mail This week on Leave Your Mark EP 480, I sit down with Victor Hall, a leader, educator, and coach who has spent more than 25 years helping athletes, coaches, military personnel, and performance professionals reach their potential. Victor currently serves within the Education and Tactical divisions at EXOS, where he helps shape performance systems, coach development, and strategies focused on optimizing readiness, resilience, and long-term performance. His journey, however, began far from elite sport on a family farm in Northern California, where hard work, responsibility, and problem-solving were daily requirements. In this conversation, Victor shares how the loss of his family's farm shaped his perspective on adversity, the accidental path that led him into strength and conditioning, and the lessons he learned while developing from a quiet, introverted young coach into a respected leader within one of the most influential performance organizations in the world. We discuss: • Growing up on a family farm and the lessons that still guide his work today • The challenges of losing the family farm and rebuilding a new future • Finding strength and conditioning by accident • Learning to coach as an introvert • Building meaningful relationships with athletes and coaches • Leadership, management, and personal growth • The impact of parenthood on coaching philosophy • Working in tactical and military performance environments • Balancing career ambitions with family life • The importance of self-awareness and continuous growth Victor brings a thoughtful, grounded perspective to coaching and leadership that will resonate with anyone working in performance, education, sport, business, or life. Enjoy the conversation. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    Building Durable Performance Through Leadership, Coaching, and Life with Victor Hall
  7. 9 juni

    Coaching Olympic Athletes, Building Technology, and Finding Your Own Path with Chris Chapman

    Send us Fan Mail This week on Leave Your Mark, I sit down with Chris Chapman, a veteran Strength & Conditioning Coach, Sport Scientist, educator, and outdoor adventurer whose career has spanned eight Olympic quadrennials, multiple sports, and the rapidly evolving world of performance technology. Chris currently serves as the Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach for Canada's Slopestyle and Big Air Freeski Team, while also working as a Sport Scientist with WHOOP. Over the course of our conversation, we explore a career that has taken him from traditional Olympic sport environments to startup culture, innovation, and entrepreneurship. We discuss: • Growing up with dreams of becoming a fighter pilot, video game tester, and martial artist • How martial arts shaped his approach to coaching and life • The role nature plays in his mental health, creativity, and personal growth • Lessons learned working across eight Olympic cycles • Building trust and buy-in with athletes in high-risk sports such as freestyle skiing • Why context matters more than absolutes in coaching • The transition from high-performance sport to the technology sector • Product development, innovation, and the realities of bringing new ideas to market • Mentorship lessons from legendary Canadian coach Chris Delcin • The importance of humility, kindness, and choosing your battles wisely • Why innovation often struggles inside large organizations • His vision for creating a nature-based training and wellness retreat in Northern Ontario Chris is thoughtful, reflective, and deeply passionate about helping people perform at their best. Whether you're a coach, therapist, sport scientist, entrepreneur, or simply someone trying to build a meaningful career, there are lessons in this conversation for you. Enjoy the conversation. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    Coaching Olympic Athletes, Building Technology, and Finding Your Own Path with Chris Chapman

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The Leave Your Mark Podcast is where high performance meets human stories. Each week, we go beyond résumés and highlight reels to explore how extraordinary people, high achievers who are also genuinely good humans, have been shaped by their environments, experiences, and the people around them.  More importantly, we uncover how they are leaving their mark on the world. Step inside the minds and lives of remarkable individuals from sport, business, arts, and beyond, and walk away inspired to leave your own mark. Your host, Scott Livingston, has spent over 35 years in the world of human performance. He’s trained, reconditioned, and supported some of the best athletes on the planet, working inside elite performance environments and learning firsthand what it takes to be the best in the world. Follow Scott: 📸 Instagram: @Kingopain 🐦 Twitter: @Builtbyscott 📘 Facebook: Scott G Livingston 💼 LinkedIn: Scott Livingston Check out our sponsor: www.ReconditioningHQ.com  Neuro Reconditioning helps human performance professionals master the gray area between rehab and performance, integrating rehab, neuroscience, and training so you can manage complex cases with confidence and stand out in your field. #LeaveYourMark #aHighPerformingLife #MpwrU #ReconditioningRevolution

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