EP 78: Health Scares & Semi-Finals: What We’ve Learned

In Episode 78 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Brad and Raquel are back together after a whirlwind few weeks — Brad battling the intense pain and emotional toll of shingles, and Raquel traveling to support her daughter in the semi-finals of college beach volleyball.

Brad opens up about the harsh realities of his shingles experience and how stress and burnout led to a serious health scare. He addresses misunderstandings about the immune system, corrects some of his previously misinterpreted statements, and shares what he’s learned from doctors who challenged his views.

Meanwhile, Raquel reflects on the highs of watching her daughter compete and the challenges of parenting and coaching through travel, fatigue, and emotional pressure. Together, Brad and Raquel dive deep into how stress, sleep deprivation, and a lack of boundaries can push even high performers to their limits — and what it takes to bounce back.

🎧 In this episode:

• Brad’s painful shingles journey & stress lessons
• Correcting health misinformation
• Parenting athletes: the real talk
• Travel struggles & sleep challenges
• The difference in coaching girls vs. boys
• Why listening to your body might just save your life

✨ Whether you’re a parent, athlete, coach, or someone navigating burnout, this episode is a powerful reminder to slow down, pay attention, and put your health first.