Disruption, Durability, Dialog: With Juliet and Kelly Starrett

In this revealing episode of What's the Rusch, Rebecca sits down with fitness pioneers Kelly and Juliet Starrett to strip away the polished exterior of their fitness empire and explore the raw, human journey that shaped their approach to resilience, relationships, and redefining strength.Show Notes:The Layers We Shed:Kelly's journey from competitive paddler to injury, forcing him to shed his athlete identity and find a new pathJuliet's experience with cancer at age 20, challenging her perception of invincibility and physical prowessTheir shared process of removing the armor of perfectionism in the fitness industryHow letting go of traditional work-life boundaries led to a more authentic partnershipFinding the Masterpiece Within:The evolution from physical durability to emotional resilienceCreating the "feelings meeting" as a tool for vulnerable communicationBuilding meaningful relationships beyond professional achievementsBreaking generational patterns of divorce and dysfunctionThe courage to speak publicly about personal struggles despite industry judgmentKey Insights: "We feel like being durable is the golden key. Things are gonna happen to you... What is your plan to make yourself as durable as you can to hit that hit?" - Kelly Starrett"I had to cast aside that feeling of 'am I, this cancer person, to be shucking out advice to people?'" - Juliet StarrettTransformative Moments:Their first meeting during high-stakes whitewater racing in ChileKelly's transition from elite athlete to movement specialistJuliet finding her public voice beyond the businessCreating space for meaningful male friendships and communityThe Art of Slowing Down:Juliet's vision of the "four-hour workday" by age 55Kelly's journey to create space for deeper relationshipsFinding balance between high achievement and personal connectionAbout the Guests: Kelly and Juliet Starrett have revolutionized how we think about movement and resilience. Beyond their New York Times bestseller "Built to Move" and their platform The Ready State, they've spent 25 years showing that true strength comes not just from physical capability, but from the courage to be vulnerable and authentic.Join Rebecca Rusch as she explores how these fitness pioneers have learned to shed their armor, embrace their struggles, and find power in their most human moments. This conversation reveals that sometimes our greatest achievements come not from what we build up, but from what we're brave enough to let go.Discover more at www.RebeccaRusch.com SPONSORThank you so much to our sponsor Momentous. They are offering you 20% off your first order.  Livemomentous.com Use code RUSCH20.Links:"Built to Move" by Juliet Starrett and Kelly Starrett"Deskbound" by Kelly Starrett, Juliet Starrett, and Glen Cordoza“Becoming a Supple Leopard” by Dr. Kelly Starrett The Ready State website: https://thereadystate.com/Connect with Our Guests Instagram: @thereadystate  Facebook:

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What’s the Rusch is a podcast about finding stillness and shedding the armor we wear to reveal the masterpiece within. Hosted by Rebecca Rusch—a seven-time world champion, Hall of Fame athlete, celebrated endurance icon, Emmy winner, and founder of the Athlete Operating System—the show takes listeners on a transformative journey with some of the world’s most accomplished individuals. Known as the "Queen of Pain" for her unmatched grit, Rebecca shifts the spotlight to a deeper truth: the most profound growth often comes not from what we achieve, but from what we let go of.    Inspired by Michelangelo’s insight in creating the statue of David by chiseling away everything that wasn’t David, Rebecca champions the art of shedding: shedding fear, baggage, and the armor we build to protect ourselves. Each episode delves behind the scenes of high achievers, exploring what they’ve had to lose to become whole. What identities have they outgrown? What vulnerabilities have unlocked their greatest triumphs? And what lessons can we take from their private battles to shed what no longer serves us?   With conversations navigating ancient wisdom, modern science, and personal revelation, What’s the Rusch redefines the boxes we’re put in, revealing the hidden versions of who people are and the powerful truths they carry. Rebecca’s own path—marked by extreme challenges and moments of vulnerability—sets the tone for uncovering the humanity behind the headlines.   This is more than a podcast—it’s an explorer’s guide to becoming your own masterpiece by pausing and removing everything that isn’t you. Through the stories of leaders you know and the truths you don’t, What’s the Rusch invites you to embrace the courage to shed your armor, redefine your identity, and navigate your own extraordinary and adventurous path.