Creative Success = Financial Balance with Flexible Budget Plans As a creative individual, dealing with irregular income can be daunting. In this episode of From "Creative Passion To Profit", titled "How Creatives Can Budget for Regular Income," I, Mahmood, tackle one of the biggest challenges faced by those in the arts and creative world—budgeting. Have you ever felt the high of being fully booked and having commissions flying off the shelves, only to be met with silence and income droughts the following month? You're not alone. But here's the good news: with a little planning, you can smooth out those financial ups and downs. In this episode, I'll share three simple steps to help you build a budgeting system that fits your lifestyle and supports your creative ambitions. You'll learn how to determine your essential baseline expenses, create a financial buffer for quiet months, and implement a flexible yet simple budgeting method that allows you to thrive creatively and financially. You'll also have some homework tasks... Timestamped Summary: [00:00:00] Introduction to challenges of budgeting with erratic income. [00:00:58] Step 1: Determine your baseline expenses. [00:02:12] Step 2: Build a financial buffer for quieter months. [00:03:46] Step 3: Apply a simple, discipline-based budget system. [00:04:58] Homework: Calculate baseline expenses and track income. Mentioned in this episode: Training Training Training Find out more about Budgetwhizz Find out more about Budgetwhizz Budgetwhizz…
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Run Fast, Run Forever Presented by Lever Movement
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The LEVER Movement Podcast aims to share knowledge and experience from athletes and coaches around the world using Bodyweight Support in their training. LEVER was founded in 2019 by two competitive athletes in Boulder, Colorado. We believe that body weight support should be an essential element in every competitive athlete’s training to minimize, prevent, and heal from injury as well as continually performing at one's best. LEVER’s research proves that body weight support helps athletes buil ...
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“Gait retraining has always been a significant part of the injury rehab space I’ve been involved in as a kinesiologist and osteopath. You can do great manual work on the table and get things moving the way you want, but if you return to the same patterns that caused the problem in the first place, those changes won’t last long.” Jordan Collison, he…
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“How can we kind of be a little cutting edge? How can we find something new and innovative to help push us forward, help push the program forward?” Coach JT Klopcic, the associate head coach of cross country and track and field at Goucher College, lives by these questions as he integrates new technology into his training toolkit. In this episode, h…
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“The 3:05 was a shock. It’s not something that I expected. The approach that we’re taking is how quick can you get on the volume of training that you’re currently doing, and then you can increase it, and then you can get faster,” says Steph Clutterbuck, a professional triathlete, as she reflects on her remarkable marathon performance at Ironman Cha…
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“I want athletes to have success. I want companies to have success, and I want race directors to have success,” shares Eric Wynn, the president of Slowtwitch, an influential platform for endurance athletes. He joins Brad Miles in this episode to share his journey from being a casual user of Slowtwitch to eventually leading the platform, which has n…
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“I felt there was a big gap that could be filled with good, science-based, evidence-based information,” says Rick Prince, founder of the United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy. In this episode, Rick joins Brad Miles to explore the void he noticed in endurance sports education, which inspired him to create UESCA in 2014. For Rick, staying current …
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In this episode, we dive deep into the revolutionary LEVER x CIM Training Program designed to take your marathon preparation to the next level. Join us as we chat with Mary Johnson, founder of Lift Run Perform, and Stephanie Flippen, seasoned coach and LEVER advocate, about how this unique program can help runners of all levels achieve their person…
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In this episode of the Lever Movement Podcast, host Brad Miles sits down with professional triathlete Matt Hanson to explore the highs and lows of his 2024 season. Matt, who has been racing professionally since 2014, shares his journey from being an exercise science professor to becoming one of the top triathletes in the world. Despite facing signi…
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“I had a small tear in my Achilles and sometimes it can be hard to stay motivated,” shares Willy Fink, Under Armour runner on the Baltimore distance team. In this episode, he talks with Brad Miles about his running career, highlighting his comeback from injury and performance at the US Olympic Trials. Willy recalls his early running days and his pr…
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In this episode, we sit down with Danielle Lewis, a remarkable athlete whose journey from Baylor track star to professional triathlete is nothing short of inspiring. Danielle opens up about her experiences, including the highs and lows of her athletic career, from overcoming illness and injury to achieving incredible success in triathlon. Listen as…
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“You have to look at everything from the ground up to see if an area needs to be strengthened or mobilized,” says Dr. Josh Sanchez, a sports chiropractor and strength and conditioning specialist, as he breaks down the complexities of anterior knee pain. He emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive assessment, considering factors like muscle stre…
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Sarah Svensk’s transition from doctor to triathlete illustrates her remarkable resilience and adaptability, overcoming substantial challenges to excel in a completely new field. Starting her triathlon journey in 2015 in Germany, Sarah quickly turned professional despite having no traditional background in endurance sports. In this episode, Sarah di…
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“I just fell in love with being able to work with athletes that are pursuing their goals and dreams,” says Lara Rogers, coach of the Under Armour Mission Run women’s team. In this episode, Lara shares her journey from coaching at the University of Cincinnati and Shippensburg University to her influential role at Under Armour. Lara discusses the imp…
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“If I think about the biggest impact anything’s had on my life, running has probably had the largest impact,” says Thomas Neuberger, the founder of Believe in the Run. Thomas reflects on his initial experiences in running and how a personal blog documenting his TransRockies race training evolved into a leading voice in running gear reviews. Thomas …
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What keeps Dutch Olympian Mike Foppen running despite setbacks and injuries? This episode dives into his athletic journey from soccer player to national record holder in track, exploring the challenges and triumphs he’s faced, including his recovery from an injury at the Tokyo Olympics. Mike discusses his transition to full-time running, his goal t…
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“Going into Ultraman, it was making it to the starting line healthy and proving to myself that I could do big things healthy. I did that and I succeeded,” says Ultraman athlete Katie Solbo. In this episode, the seasoned triathlete discusses the extreme challenges of competing in one of the world's most grueling endurance races. Recently securing th…
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What motivates an Olympian when faced with setbacks? In this episode, three-time Olympian and renowned Scottish athlete Eilish McColgan delves into the various aspects of her athletic career. Eilish discusses her upbringing in a family of elite runners, her experiences dealing with challenging injuries, and her approach to training and competing. E…
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Can one return to form as an ultra runner with just two months of a recovery program? Stefanie Flippin, a Lululemon athlete, is living proof that it's possible. In this episode, Stefanie takes us through her journey as a physician, a professional runner and a coach. She discusses her recovery and training following a bone stress injury that sidelin…
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Each year, 80% of runners face injuries. Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards, the head physical therapist for the Atlanta Track Club, addresses this high incidence of running injuries. She brings a wealth of experience, from authoring books and conducting pivotal research to hosting her own podcast and running a specialized PT practice for runners and triathle…
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From a devastating bike crash to a triumphant win at Patagonman, Laura Siddall, known to many as Sid, is a prime example of determination and resilience. Transitioning from the corporate grind in Australia, she embraced the rigorous demands of professional triathlon—a sport she leaped into at age 29 and quickly dominated at the amateur level before…
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Discover how embracing multi-sport training can redefine resilience and performance in endurance sports. Hillary Allen, renowned for her ultramarathon expertise and her remarkable comeback after a life-altering accident, shares her inspiring journey of integrating cycling into her training regimen to enhance her running performance and maintain a h…
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What makes the 800-meter race one of the most challenging and intriguing events in track and field? Tom Brumlik, the driving force behind the coaching of 800-meter athletes for Under Armour's Mission Run Team, has the answers to this question. Alongside host Brad Miles, they discuss the complexities of coaching this event, explore the philosophies …
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How does a distance coach transform a group of individual athletes into a cohesive and successful running team? Cory Leslie, the head coach of the Under Armour Mission Run Distance Team in Baltimore, Maryland, walks us through the beginnings of this professional team, their journey to success, and the guiding philosophy: consistent effort yields re…
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Injuries often mark a decline in a runner's performance, but what if they could actually pave the way to greater achievements? Dr. Jeremy Boyd, with his deep expertise in physical therapy and the founder of Trifecta Therapeutics Sports Rehabilitation and Performance, explores this intriguing idea. He delves into the common overuse injuries that cha…
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Embarking on an ultramarathon journey while juggling the roles of a wife, mother, and entrepreneur is no small feat. Yet, Beth McKenzie, co-founder of WYN Republic and an ultramarathon enthusiast, navigates this complex landscape with grace and resilience. In our conversation, Beth delves into her rigorous training schedules, recounts overcoming ob…
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From climbing the global rankings in triathlon to professional trail running, Eli Hemming stands out as one of the leading figures in the world of endurance sports. Host Brad Miles sits down with Eli, whose seamless transition from a professional ITU triathlete to a trail running marvel has captured the attention of the sports community. They delve…
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Welcome to the Run Fast, Run Forever podcast presented by Lever Movement. Join us as we explore the benefits and bring educational content about the Lever system to wherever you listen to podcasts. This 30 to 40 minute podcast will be your perfect Lever run companion. Whether you're currently dealing with an injury, rehabbing, or looking to set you…
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Welcome back to the LEVER Movement Podcast! Today we're talking with Mari Dottschadis. Mari has experience working with some of Germany's best athletes as well as being a coach and a runner herself! In this episode, we cover how she got his start in running, her thoughts on Sports Psychology, and how she travels and uses Bodyweight Support to not o…
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In this episode we explore a 2019 research study on the impacts of Body Weight Support and its relationship to your running cadence. You can find a full link to the LEVER Blog here
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On this episode of the LEVER Movement Podcast we talk with Nathan Brown from Doctors of Running. Nathan gives us his history of how he started down the path of becoming a PT, what he specializes in, and he also gives his thoughts on Body Weight Support for runners. IG: @doctorsofrunning IG: @pineriesrunninglab…
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Welcome back to the LEVER Movement Podcast! In this episode we talk with Jenna Horner. Jenna is a pro triathlete who had an illustrious background in gymnastics before switching her focus to triathlon. Tune in to hear how she found success in a new sport and how she uses LEVER with her past unique knee injury. You can follow along with her training…
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Welcome back to the LEVER Movement Podcast! Today we're joined by Professional Triathlete Matt Hanson. We cover how Matt quickly jumped into Ironman racing from his wrestling days, how he approaches Bodyweight Support in his training, and how his race season has gone so far! You can find him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/matthansontri/…
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Welcome to the LEVER Movement Podcast! On this episode we're joined by Pro Triathlete Laura "Sid" Siddall. We talk all about how she got into the sport, her thoughts on how triathlon has changed over the past few years, how she started using Bodyweight Support in her training, and why LEVER is now her third checked bag when she travels across the w…
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Welcome back to the LEVER Movement Podcast! Today we're talking with Brad Beer of Pogo Physio. Brad has 16 years of experience working in the physiotherapy field as well as being the consulting therapist to Triathlon Australia, Great British Triathlon, & Athletics New Zealand. Outside of the clinic he's the host of the Physical Performance Show and…
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Welcome back to the LEVER Movement Podcast! Today we're joined by Professional Triathlete Rachel Olson. Rachel is based in Boulder, CO and represents Waterfall Racing. In this episode we cover: How she got into Triathlon What a standard week of training looks like How she started using LEVER and how she incorporates Bodyweight Support into her curr…
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Welcome back to the LEVER Movement Podcast! On this episode we're joined by Coach and Athlete Lynsey Romano! We'll talk all about how Lynsey got start running, why she started using LEVER, how she trains, and also hear all about her Coaching with Skyline Run Coaching! You can find more about Lynsey's coaching on her social media @skylineruncoaching…
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Welcome back to another episode of the LEVER Movement Podcast! Today we're joined by 4-Time Olympic Marathon Trials Qualifier Becki Spellman to hear about her journey through running and how she uses Bodyweight Support and LEVER. Becki is also a running coach and tells us how she not only incorporates LEVER into her running routine, but also how sh…
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Welcome to another episode of the LEVER Movement Podcast. Today we're joined by 2:28 Marathoner Brian Schroy. In this episode Brian tells us all about his journey in marathoning, including how he's dropped his marathon time from 3:18 to 2:28 and how an injured shoulder turned out to be the thing that kickstarted his running! Brian also tells us all…
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Welcome to the LEVER Movement Podcast! In this first episode we're joined by Coach Aaron Geiser of EndureIQ. As an athlete, Aaron is a USA Triathlon All-American, Gold Ironman All World Athlete, USAT Age Group Nationals Competitor and Ironman World Championships Qualifier. As a coach he as a Bachelor of Science Degree in Athletic Training is a USA …
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