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In Episode 174, we discuss Don’s comprehensive foray into the world of wellness vacations and retreats that are changing the landscape of th...
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The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is the culmination of more than 50 years of elite coaching experience in sport, fitness and health by two individuals at the top of their professions: Don Salad...

In Episode 174, we discuss Don’s comprehensive foray into the world of wellness vacations and retreats that are changing the landscape of th...

Episode 173 is the last one of 2024 with Don and Derek debriefing on the year, talking about all things related to fitness, strength trainin...

In Episode 172, we listen to Dr. Pat Davidson tell us about his dedicated journey into the world of competitive bodybuilding. Pat has the te...

Episode 171 has us sitting down with Andrew Hauser, in the midst of the 2024 World Series between the LA Dodgers and NY Yankees, talking abo...

In Episode 170, we have a frank discussion with Dr. Dwayne Jackson about the ins-and-outs of testosterone deficiencies and the need for indi...

It was time to bring back Charlie Weingroff for Episode 169 to talk about some serious stuff. Charlie and Don had a private conversation a f...

Don and Derek reflect on the concept of incorporating running workouts as part of an overall aerobic training and conditioning program to im...

We sit down once again with Brandon Marcello in Episode 167. Brandon gives us some recent insight into all things related to sport and exerc...

In Episode 166, we have an in depth discussion on diet and health with Michelle Shapiro. Working as a Functional Dietician, Michelle tackles...

In Episode 165, Don and Derek share their stories about recent long-haul trips and the challenges they faced with everything from sleep to h...

In Episode 164, we talk to Dr. Mike Israetel about both the benefits and perils of the wealth information on health, fitness, nutrition and...

In Episode 163, we engage Ben Newman about his approach to coaching some of the top sports teams, business organizations and leaders over th...

In Episode 162, we discuss the close connection between physical training, personal fitness and overall health and fitness with Sean Pastuch...

In Episode 161, we are joined by Dr. David Rabin to talk about his involvement in the creation of an innovative wearable device that helps i...

In Episode 160, we are joined by Emily McDonald who engages us on the topic of neuroscience and its involvement in health and wellness. We s...

In Episode 159, we sit down with Lee Boyce. Lee begins by going into detail on how he got into the coaching and personal training field foll...

In Episode 158, we discuss training with Ben Bruno. We discuss Ben’s training philosophy, as well as the time and effort that goes into prov...

In Episode 157, we are fortunate to get some time speaking with Matt Wenning. Although Matt has tremendous experience in the sport of powerl...

In Episode 156, we sit down with owner of Strong New York, Kenny Santucci, to learn more about his upcoming Fitness and Wellness Expo on Nov...

In Episode 154, Don and Derek discuss the simplicity and efficacy of running as a fitness modality. We have seen the shift to other forms of...

In Episode 154, we talk with Jacqueline Kasen about her incredible pursuit of climbing the world’s highest mountains. We learn about her com...

Episode 153 is spent talking with Louisa Nicola to discuss various factors that influence our brain health. We cover all areas of health and...

In Episode 152, we sit down with Dr. Ralph Esposito to discuss various issues around human nutrition and how it impacts both our quality of...

In Episode 151, we talk with Geena Martinez about her foray into a golf influencer role, bringing very little previous experience to the tab...

Episode 150, we get the opportunity to interview Dr. Ricardo Komotar in between his numerous appointments. Ricardo tells us that he always w...

Episode 149, we get an opportunity to talk with Chris Duffin about his lifelong journey of improving the strength, performance and wellness...

Frank Sepe joins us in Episode 148 to talk about his commitment to bodybuilding from a very young age, as well as the career development he...

Episode 147 of the podcast was recorded with a group of coaching professionals attending a coaching leadership event at Vigor Ground Fitness...

In Episode 146, Don and Derek have a serious talk about how their training has evolved as they have aged, particularly as it relates to weig...

In Episode 145, we are fortunate to be joined once again by John Callery, who has since retired from the DEA and is now working in the field...

In Episode 144, Don and Derek begin their visit by discussing the recent medical incident that occurred in the NFL with the Buffalo Bills pl...

Episode 143 has us revisiting with Dr. Nikos Apostolopoulos on the topic of stretching and, in particular, his proprietary brand of microStr...

In Episode 142, we engage Dr. Nick Nwabueze on the issue of healthcare and fitness. Dr. Nick provides us with his thoughts on the current st...

In Episode 141, we speak with one of Derek’s fellow Canadians, Andrew Coates. Andrew takes us through his career journey and highlights the...

Episode 140 explores all that has happened in the five years that Don and Derek have spent together since that fateful meeting back in Novem...

In Episode 139, we have a fun but serious discussion about movement with movement coach, Kaisa Keranen. Kaisa is known for her dynamic demon...

Episode 138, we explore Don’s new course, Five Steps to Monetize an Online Business, and find out his motivation for creating this education...

Episode 137, we speak with Canadian Coach and golf performance specialist, Jason Glass. Jason discusses the time, effort and experience that...

Episode 136 involves a deep dive into Don’s process of building community around his fitness challenges, online group calls and fitness retr...

In Episode 135, we have an inspiring conversation with Tom Morris, a Strength and Conditioning Coach at the Indiana University. Coach Morris...

In Episode 134, we sit down with Merle Liivand to talk about her recent world record swimming 26.2 miles with a silicone mono-fin in the oce...

In Episode 133, we have the pleasure of speaking with author and chef, Beth Lipton, about her recent book co-written with Ashleigh Vanhouten...

Episode 132 explores the adoption of sprinting as a means of developing running abilities, as well as supplementing a comprehensive fitness...

In Episode 131, we turn once again to our resident expert in technology and human performance, Brandon Marcello, to figure out where we are...

In Episode 130, we talk with our own Don Saladino and what it takes to train a super hero. While we can all agree that most of this training...

In Episode 129, we sit down with Don’s long-time training partner, Anthony Jacobs, who we affectionally refer to as “Tone”. Don and Tone dis...

In Episode 128, we pepper Ray Maker with questions about wearable technologies and other products related to fitness and exercise. We start...

In Episode 127, Don shares his experiences from a recent trip to the Austrian and Swiss alps. He gives us his thoughts about the environment...

In Episode 126, we welcome Shane K. to discuss the recent invasion and war in Ukraine, and how both military personnel and civilians have be...

In Episode 125, Don and Derek discuss the extreme scenarios where your fitness could be called into question. When you find yourself watchin...