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Episode 270 - Dave Durante

Dave Durante is an elite gymnast and co-founder of Power Monkey Fitness. We discuss his journey into gymnastics, coaching young athletes, injury prevention, the importance of mobility, recovery and much more.

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Dave Durante is a multiple time USA gymnastics national champion and was part of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Team as alternate.

After retiring from competition, David helped coach his alma mater, Stanford University, to an NCAA Team Title in 2009 and has continued to be a part of the sport through his position on the Athlete Advisory Committee with the United States Olympic Committee as well as his position on the USA Gymnastics Men's Technical Committee.

Dave was a lead coach with the CrossFit Gymnastics L1 course from 2013-2015. He also wrote and developed the CrossFit Gymnastics Advanced Course. Dave is co-owner of Power Monkey Fitness and Power Monkey Camp.

Power Monkey Fitness Website:

https://www.powermonkeyfitness.com/

Power Monkey Camp Website:

https://www.powermonkeycamp.com/

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Principles - Ray Dalio

The Dynamic Path: Access the Secrets of Champions to Achieve Greatness Through Mental Toughness, Inspired Leadership and Personal Transformation - James M. Citrin

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The Irishman

Goodfellas

The Big Lebowski

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Icarus

The Cove

The Game Changers