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Ethan Linn is a husband, new father and online health & fitness coach.  When he's not spending time with family or friends his primary focus is on helping other parents shed fat, build strength and regain their energy with simple solutions that allow for lasting results. He is an avid kettlebell user and has found the kettlebell to be one of the best tools to teach people how to get the results they are desperate for while enjoying the process. He believes regaining one's health will improve every other aspect of life. You can learn more about what he does by following his most active social media account on Instagram @ethan_kettlebellcoach

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Just some heartfelt motivation if you're feeling down this holiday season.

Just another life update as we get ready to say bye to summer and hello to fall!

Kevin McNee is a dedicated Transformational Coach & Mentor specializing in helping men become the best versions of themselves. With a focus on navigating life transitions, overcoming self-doubt, shedding limited beliefs, and breaking free from self-limiting behaviors, Kevin provides a safe and open space for men to be vulnerable and authentic. He empowers men to confront and conquer obstacles, unlocking their full potential for greater fulfillment and success in all aspects of life. You can find out more about Kevin and his work by following him on Instagram @kevin_heartwarrior

Brian Tierney holds a PhD in Somatic Psychology and has, for over a decade, been an international trainer of somatic clinicians. As a somatic practitioner trainer, Brian aids people in working more skillfully with the physiology of the nervous system to build resilience, release trauma, and alleviate chronic pain. His doctoral project was an Integrative approach to Psychology that wove together Somatic Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Embryology, Neurobiology, Mythological Studies, and General Systems Theory. Brian has been an integrative clinical bodywork practitioner since 1999 and has a multiplicity of experiences including working with cancer patients in New Zealand, stewarding rites of passage events for men and boys, and providing drama therapy in group settings. His thousands of hours of training in the healing arts and sciences include certificates in the Rolf Method of Structural Integration, EMDR, Leadership and Social Transformation, Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, Advanced Breathing Facilitation, Yoga Teaching, Clinical Hypnosis, Transformational Dance, Drama Therapy, and a plethora of Clinical Massage modalities. Brian is a Licensed Psychologist specializing in hands-on somatic approaches to trauma resolution. He is an eclectic psychotherapist who uses a combination of talk therapy and education with individuals, families, couples, children, and groups. He is also a seasoned dancer with over 20 years of experience in modalities such as Contact Improvisation, Capoeira, and Authentic Movement. Additionally, Brian is currently an adjunct professor teaching at the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco.

When Dan isn’t diving in the dark with Navy SEALs, rucking through the cold with a team carrying logs, or building something in his shop, he’s serving his wife and three kids in the ways that only he can in Eugene, Oregon. Every day he’s showing others how to have an epic, adventurous life and love the journey with some powerful tools!He started the Anthem of the Adventurer out of a deep seated need for adventure in his life, and to share that journey with other men. Before joining SEAL Team Leaders, where he serves as the head coach in the leadership and teams class, Dan has worked with research centers at Purdue University for both the National Science Foundation and NASA, helping make our society more resilient to all the natural hazards nature throws at us on Earth as well as on the moon and Mars. Prior to this, he has worked as a validation engineer for Caterpillar, a manufacturing engineer for Subaru, and a fluid systems engineer for Electric Boat working on nuclear submarine design. Dan holds a bachelor’s of science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois, but clearly… doesn’t do much engineering these days. He is also working on a book. You can find Dan on Instagram at @anthemoftheadventurer

It's been a while, but life is good.

Eric Spector is a fitness professional and kettlebell enthusiast. He started using kettlebells during the pandemic and quickly became obsessed. Unlike many kettlebell users, Eric is self taught, studying videos from YouTube and Instagram to develop his skills and unique style. He has since started posting videos of his own workouts online, and offers a Weekly Kettlebell Workout Subscription to those who want to follow along with his programming. Eric mostly works out outdoors, which helps him connect with nature and avoid noisy, crowded, and expensive gyms. This was the inspiration of his apparel brand, Touch Grass Co. You can find Eric on Instagram @ericdoeskettlebell.

Max Stossel is an Award winning poet, filmmaker and speaker, named by Forbes as one of the best storytellers of the year. Max and his work have been featured in BBC, Bustle, Buzzfeed, CNN, Daily Mail, Elite Daily, Fast Company, Mashable, Quartz, and Upworthy. His one-man show “Words That Move” is currently selling out theaters all over NYC and is beginning to tour in select locations.  Spanning across five continents, from Lincoln Center in NY to the Hordern Pavilion in Sydney, Max’s performances have been described as mind-expanding, profound, and hilarious all at once. His work has been translated to fourteen languages, won multiple film festivals, and has been viewed over 20 million times online. Max is also the Youth & Education Advisor for the Center for Humane Technology, An organization of former tech insiders dedicated to realigning technology with humanity’s best interests. Before working with CHT, Max was a media strategist with an extensive background in social, spending more time learning the ins and outs of the facebook algorithm than any human should. He ran social for multinational brands, and later worked for a social media company where he designed some of the same notification structures to distract people that he now criticizes. He has spent the past four years speaking with thousands of students, parents, and educators around the world, and creating resources to help manage social media's impact on their lives. Max provides a unique and much needed perspective on the role of technology in schools and in our society. The merging of these fields allows Max to provide a fascinating perspective on modern content and culture. He is currently performing "Words That Move" in theatres, speaking or performing at schools, corporations & events, and helping select brands tell their stories in his style via video. You can learn more about Max by following his Instagram @maxstossel and by visiting his website wordsthatmove.com

Corduroy Brown is a musician from Huntington, WV. His music is a welcome blend of poppy feel-good rock and songs that go straight to the heart. A near-death experience in 2021 changed his perspective and taught him a lot about what matters most in life. This new outlook has impacted him as a musician and is reflected in his upcoming EP titled Rest. Be sure to listen and follow Corduroy Brown on Spotify, and check out his Facebook and Instagram @corduroybrownwv.