The B.rad Podcast

Today we’re going deep with entrepreneur Shawn Askionsie! Not only is Shawn an exceedingly intelligent, kind, and driven individual, but he also happens to be the man behind the creation of my two absolute favorite chocolate bars! Yes, as any chocolate connoisseurs may have now realized from his last name, Shawn is the founder of Askinosie Chocolate, the company behind the most delicious, mind-blowing chocolate I have tried (and I’ve tasted a lot of chocolate!). You will of course learn a good amount about artisanal chocolate from Shawn, but the main theme of this episode is also the subject of his book, Meaningful Work: A Quest To Do Great Business, Find Your Calling, and Feed Your Soul. Many will be able to relate to this self-reflective and motivating conversation as Shawn explains how he went from high-powered criminal defense attorney to dark chocolate entrepreneur, and you will be inspired by the integrity and passion infused into every aspect of his work (Askinosie Chocolate is award-winning for good reason!).Shawn talks about how a career high was immediately followed by an overwhelming feeling that “something wasn’t right” in his life and the power that comes with truly surrendering your dependency on the outcome. He also highlights how often we perceive what is actually our greatest strength as our greatest “weakness” and brings up a profound quote from one of his favorite books, The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer, about the power of letting go: “Surrender is perhaps the greatest form of worship.” Shawn points out that surrendering is powerful because it allows you to shed expectations for what you thought your life would be, and connect with your true nature (something that is difficult when you don’t surrender control). Shawn also gets real about the dark truth behind the commercial chocolate industry; breaking down the true meaning behind the “Fair-Trade” label and revealing shocking facts about it that will forever change how you choose and buy chocolate. We then wrap up with a brief discussion about the importance of having an open mindset and seeking out challenges in life.Check out Askionsie.com to try Shawn’s phenomenal chocolate (my personal two favorite flavors are the 88% dark chocolate and dark chocolate mint!) and click here to order Shawn’s book, Meaningful Work!TIMESTAMPS:It is important to learn the distinction between the mass-produced chocolate and the special chocolate prepared without slave labor and with regulations. [01:55]It’s not about the chocolate, it’s about the malnourished kids who work in those factories. [06:41]Shawn describes his journey from criminal defense attorney to chocolate. [08:55]What are the ethical principles of a defense attorney? [15:49]How did Shawn learn to make chocolate in an ethical way? [22:11]What does it mean to temper chocolate? You have to raise and lower the temperatures perfectly. [26:51]The next step is marketing the “bean to Bar” chocolate. [32:07]Reverse Scale is questioning the idea that if you are going to start a business you need it to grow. [33:50]What are some steps a listener can take who might be extricating from the career that's causing disillusionment and burnout? [44:37]What is the difference between bean to bar chocolate and the standard chocolate we can buy everywhere which are made with child labor? There are 1.58 million child slaves in West Africa.[54:19]The Fair-Trade label doesn’t indicate that the farmers get the money. It is deceiving. [01:04:41]We are in an age where we can research for the ethics and values of the things we buy. [01:08:48]LINKS:Brad Kearns.comAskinosie ChocolateMeaningful WorkTorea Rodriguez PodcastTrue Cost DocumentaryIntelligentsia CoffeeQUOTES:“Often, we find our greatest strength can be our greatest weakness.”“If we can reach a place — even if momentarily — where we surrender this notion of outcome dependency, then we have a chance to live a real, true life.”“Sometimes just putting the question in our head can really open up a flow of understanding and awareness that we’ve never even experienced before.”“Write a long-term vision of greatness for you personally, for your firm, for your idea, or for your life.”“Michael Singer says, ‘Surrender is perhaps the greatest form of worship,’ and I love that, because surrender doesn’t mean ‘Plan B will help me.’ It means letting go.”Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter bl

After my interview with Jonathon Aslay came to an end, I couldn’t help but slide in one last question. And I’m glad I did, because that one question led to this breather show! We talk briefly about Mark Manson’s book, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck (check out Mark’s appearance on the podcast here), which Jonathon praises for its strong message about empowerment and taking responsibility for your life. Jonathon actually has a chapter in his own book that echoes a similar sentiment, called “Don’t Let Anyone Fuck With Your Chi,” and he gives us insights into how beneficial it can be to learn how to let go of your attachment to the outcome of whatever it is you’re doing. As a former athlete, this seriously resonated with me.Jonathon also talks about the different stages of evolution we all experience as human beings, and pokes a little fun at himself while also demonstrating a lot of self-awareness, revealing the not-so-flatting nickname he has coined for the “righteous” version of himself. The show wraps up with a discussion about the importance of doing things for the joy of experiencing them alone, and he explains the concept of “grounded spirituality” and what “spiritual bypasses” are.TIMESTAMPS:Release your self-esteem from the attachment to the outcome of what you are doing. [01:16]There are different stages with any human evolution. [04:45]Learn how your self-worth comes into play when dating. Don’t be afraid. Date from your heart instead of the biological place. [07:17]LINKS:Brad Kearns. comWhat the Heck is Self-Love Anyway?The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck.Jonathon AslayIf the Buddha DatedJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send you a free jar of Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece as a thank you! Email to alert us! Choose to donate now, later, or never. Either way, we thank you for choosing from the first two options! :]Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready for a lively conversation with personal trainer and health and fitness coach Ronnie Loaiza! Ronnie is passionate about helping her clients feel their best, and this show features some really great practical tips for hormone optimization for female listeners, since we’ve already covered the MOFO aspect pretty well so far (click here for The Life Changing MOFO Mission show if you missed it!). In this episode, Ronnie explains why the most important thing we can do as we age is to take notice of our hormones, and reveals the methods she uses to successfully help clients identify the specific barriers and obstacles they’ve put in their own way. We also talk about how things like anxiety and PTSD affect your fitness, and she gives us a valuable reminder of the importance of taking chances and why it’s never too late to change careers paths, by sharing the inspiring story of the event that changed the course of her life over a decade ago. Ronnie then takes us through the exercises that make up her daily morning ritual and we talk about the power of committing to a morning routine you actually enjoy, and Ronnie breaks down the relationship between your metabolism and your hormones to illustrate how your metabolism actually regulates your hormones.Ronnie also offers some useful strategies to set yourself up for success: “If you choose a plan, do it with joy.” This allows you to frame everything you do, from cleaning to exercise, with positivity and enjoyment, which in turn, has a domino effect on everything else in your life (hello The Biology of Belief!). And, if you’re the type of person who tends to struggle with motivation when it comes to working out (or anything else for that matter!), Ronnie makes a wonderful point that will surely resonate, as she reminds us that we all have 24 hours in a day, and adds: “Start small, but keep going — because consistency is key.”Enjoy listening to this fun show with Ronnie, and click here if you’re interested in checking out her website!TIMESTAMPS:This podcast is focusing on women’s issues around lifestyle, exercise, dealing with life’s stresses in general. The emphasis is on looking great, not just feeling great. [01:19]There is a difference between personal trainer and fitness coach. [03:26]Ronnie helps her clients look deep into their goals and the reasons, there are barriers to achieving them. [06:57]As you age, it’s not so much about looking good as it is about feeling strong and being healthy. [08:58]You have to find what’s right for you in preventative workouts and fitness. [15:33]Even the people you think are in perfect shape, they aren’t. They have their demons, too, that keep them struggling. [18:49]Be careful with saying, “everything in moderation” because so much of the food out there is filled with chemicals and other unhealthy things. [21:29]There is always a reason down deep that is keeping the person from reaching the goals they desire. [23:03]Start by eating clean. Read labels. Learn what is really in your food. [27:51]You can make time to work out. It can be in small increments. Prioritize taking care of yourself. It’s not about how you look. It’s about how you feel. [29:04]Look at the reasons why you eat. What is the emotion behind it? Is it joyful? Is it healthy? Some people don’t know what is healthy. [31:13]We’ve all made adjustments with dealing with the pandemic. People in general are resistant to change. Routine can help anchor you. [34:50]In adopting a routine, start with small goals, feel the success, and gradually increase it as you wish. [42:18]Don’t take any crap for following a healthy path. [46:47]Aging females follow a different path from males. Be your own health advocate. [48:18]The first thing we have to do is accept that we are aging. If you want to have some treatment, look into why…what’s the emotional feeling behind it? [56:47]Cardio is very important. You need to work your muscles and your heart is a muscle. Regulate your hormones. [01:00:36]Get a trainer if even for just a few times to learn proper technique. Three times is best. [01:04:16]Intermittent fasting is a topic people are asking about. There are many different types. [01:08:53]LINKS:Brad Kearns.comRonnie Loaiza.Firefighter Functional FitnessBurnInnerciseBrad’s morning routineThe Subtle Art of Not Giving a FuckJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendMale Optimization Formula with Organs

“Observations are not defensive. Stating your goals is not defensive. Disagreeing is not defensive. Saying no is not not giving love and compassion: you can say ‘no’ with love and compassion.”This wonderful insight comes from Dave Rossi, and this breather show highlights how utilizing his 7 Habits (click here for my most recent interview show with Dave) will catapult you into a state of happiness and peace of mind, while also teaching you how to balance becoming less emotionally reactive with not being a total doormat. TIMESTAMPS:There are seven habits put forth by Dave Rossi that help you live a life of happiness and grace. [01:47]Compassion is not rolling over. [03:20]It’s not events that make us upset or angry. It is our belief in them. [05:20]Awareness is a lot more powerful than values. [07:06]LINKS:The Imperative HabitJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send you a free jar of Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece as a thank you! Email to alert us! Choose to donate now, later, or never. Either way, we thank you for choosing from the first two options! :] Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am so excited to share this interview with Katy Bowman today! As a prolific author, biomechanist, and founder of the Nutritious Movement movement, Katy is a real thought-leader who is passionate about teaching people about the power of natural movement and the importance of integrating movement into our lifestyle. Katy has authored books like Move Your DNA and Movement Matters, and now has a new book out called Grow Wild, about the challenge parents these days have when it comes to raising children in today’s modern world in a natural manner. Even when you take the pandemic out of the equation, it’s undeniable that the reality of our (pre-Covid) modern world was one that was extremely supportive of a digitally dominant and also highly sedentary lifestyle. “This is the most sedentary group of humans in history,” Katy comments. But even though the world we live in makes it super easy to be lazy, there are still many practical methods we can all utilize to ensure that we are getting enough movement. In this episode, Katie shares these simple, but highly effective actionable steps you can take to organize your life, daily routine, and home environment in a manner that helps you integrate movement in a more natural way. You’ll learn fascinating information about the physiology of the human body that will completely shift your perspective on movement and parenting (and also the strong connection between the two) especially when she highlights how “our ideas of safety and not moving go hand in hand.” Katy also breaks down why we require a wide variety of movements to be able to maximize bone density, and explains the unique importance of movement for children so certain diseases do not show up later on (did you know that osteoporosis is actually a juvenile disease that manifests in later years?). She also reveals that you can actually dress your children in a way that either “helps or hinders their movement” and that one unfortunate side effect of parents hindering their children’s movement in an “effort to keep them safe” is that they are now less able to assess risk and have a good understanding of how to assess their self. Katy also explains the value of setting aside time to do longform investigations into the subjects that interest you most, and the reason why she describes longform reading and/or investment as an important skill to cultivate. You will also learn about the danger of this “pandemic of myopia” we are currently in, and why “the environment is the problem” (Katy organized her book by environment for a reason). You’ll also learn why Katy says that there are “many nutrients to be found in movement” as well as how to set up your home environment and lifestyle habits for success in a practical way. “This isn’t about moving into a cave and wearing a loincloth,” Katy says, but about making “really small changes.”TIMESTAMPS:Rather than moving, we are living in a crazy sedentary lifestyle. [01:45]Katy moved from urban life to a much more traditional lifestyle. [05:30]Her children are being exposed to nature in a big way. [11:06]Kids need nutritious food, community, and lots of movement. The health of a child is really setting up that adult for what they can experience later on. [14:46]Everything that we use is hyper-stimulating, like a sugar addiction. [19:33]The developing body needs the most movement, and it's more than total movement. [22:29]If parents don’t have the opportunity to bring to their family this ideal rural life, what can they do to expose their kids to nature in a healthy growing way? [26:20]Think outside the chair. There is a relationship between culture and posture and movement overall. [33:23]There are many “don’t move” messages in our culture. The side effect of not letting our children move to keep them “safe” has also made them unable to assess risk. [36:30]Kids have a different makeup in that some just have to move and others more easily can be still. [39:26]Because of the pandemic, people have had to find other ways of moving. [49:15]Kids need to learn to walk. From the beginning they have been on wheels: strollers, trikes, bikes, and in carpools. [51:08]Transitioning is difficult. [55:18]The launch party for her book is going to be “book walk.” [59:52] LINKS:Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping PageGrow WildNutritious MovementKaty BowmanJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendMale Optimization Formu

I really appreciate the thought-provoking questions sent in by listeners of this show, and it’s even better when people share a message showcasing their amazing progress! In this breather show, I’m putting the spotlight on some of the most inspiring messages I’ve received, and of course, I’ll be answering some questions too!In this episode, you’ll learn about the key to succeeding when it comes to your endurance goals, and share an inspiring story of how one listener was able to avoid back surgery (in fact, their own surgeon was the one who decided to cancel the procedure!) after making some serious lifestyle changes. I also explain the different causes of muscle soreness, as well as the most effective method for avoiding experiencing consistent soreness in your muscles post-workout.I then touch on the topic of sauna use, specifically the issue of EMF exposure and infrared saunas, and the phenomenal benefits that come from engaging in environmental hormesis for stimulating cellular and hormonal responses. This leads into a discussion about Nourish Balance Thrive’s incredible detox protocol, which was how I found out that I had toxic plastic residue and petroleum byproducts in my bloodstream! I also answer a question about the best kind of sprinting shoes, and explain why the Vibram Five Finger shoes have been my go-to for the past 14 years, as well as share the name of a (sadly, now discontinued) style of New Balance sneakers that I love to wear when I’m not in my Vibrams. Then I share a great message from a listener who has experienced wonderful results from taking MOFO consistently. It really is so exciting when someone who has been using MOFO reaches out to express how much it has changed their life and how they feel on a daily basis (check out more success stories here if you’re curious!), and I also share the many benefits I’ve noticed from taking Ancestral Supplements products over the last two years. And, if you’re curious about trying out some Ancestral Supplements, head over to their website, and don’t forget to use code KEARNS for 10% off!The episode ends with some important questions about fasting: who is it most appropriate for? Is it ever too much of a stressor on your body? Can you fast too frequently? Because there are many important external factors to consider when fasting, being aware of these factors will help you engage in this practice in a way that is not harmful or stressful to your body, but extremely beneficial. TIMESTAMPS:A 48-year-old listener talks about his difficulty in keeping his heart rate at the aerobic pace he wants. (180 minus the age.) [01:34]Scott from New Zealand talks about how he convinced his doctor NOT to put him on statins and instead took the natural route to being able to cancel his surgery. [04:04]Jerome talks about how he has noticed so many people training incorrectly and gives suggestions. [09:54]Muscle soreness is not a good idea. [14:29]Jeff asks Brad to compare and contrast the different sauna opportunities. [15:21]The sauna gives a good detox opportunity. [19:12]Jeff also asks about what shoes you should wear to do sprinting? Look for a zero-drop shoe. [21:18]David from Nova Scotia talks about how his training with MAF approach has taught him to be rested and relaxed before competing. David also asks for more advice on parenting and hon healthy sex life for men in the 40s or 50s. [24:22]From James Hall: “What is the difference between fasting and fueling? [26:26]How can I maintain muscle mass and keep good energy levels? [28:41]Target your carbohydrate intake around periods of time where you are burning up those carbs. [30:09]There is a difference in the carb intake for women compared to men. [34:46]LINKS:Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping pagePrimal Endurance Mastery CoursePavel TsatsoulineFiras ZahabiAlmost Heaven saunasVibram Five FingersNew Balance Minimus MT20Merrill Trail GloveWim Hof MethodAncestral Supplements.comThe Paleo Thyroid SolutionThe Keto Reset Diet QUOTES:“If you get sore, that’s an indication that you overdid it, and your muscles are requiring repair, so the energy and the protein synthesis that occurs after a workout is going towards repairing the muscles, rather than making them bigger, stronger, or more fit.”“If you’re trying to drop excess body fat, the surest path to get there is to first get metabolically healthy, and then engage in prolonged fasting and carbohydrate restriction to lower your overall insulin production.”Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doe

I am so pleased to welcome Pistol Squat Queen, six-time New York Times best-selling author, and Whole30 founder Melissa Urban to the podcast! Melissa is a thought-leader in the truest sense of the word (just check out her Instagram to see how her radical honesty is pushing culture forward) and this episode is no exception. Melissa gets super personal right away, taking us through the hardest parts of her life journey, like addiction and abuse, to share how she transformed her life and her circumstances to end up becoming a major leader and business owner in the health world.This show will make you think twice about how much you enforce your own personal boundaries when Melissa highlights the important link between having boundaries and success and happiness, and you’ll learn why her philosophy these days has been centered around being strong and bendy (both mentally and physically), and focusing more on flexibility and mobility. You’ll also hear how Melissa’s own personal development evolution actually mirrored what she was doing for herself in the gym, and how she learned to celebrate “actually listening to my body and giving it what it needs.” Melissa also makes a very thought-provoking statement that “judgment is a mirror, not a window,” and shares how her own moments of being critical or judgemental towards others always leads to a greater understanding of herself. “If you see certain traits in an unfavorable light, it’s probably because you’re also denying yourself those same emotions or those same traits,” Melissa perceptively notes.Melissa also gets really honest by sharing how she adapted to the rapid success of her first book by becoming a version of herself who she coined “Whole30 Melissa”, a version of herself who did it all, and did it all perfectly. And guess what? “I hated Whole30 Melissa! Not even I could live up to her expectations!” She realized that she also had become totally relatable as a by-product of her own refusal to “model anything that was not perfection.” Aware of the impact she can have by being consistently open and honest with her followers on social media, Melissa now shares her life with unfiltered honesty, while also keeping Brené Brown’s tip in mind to keep it personal, but not intimate when sharing deeply personal stories. You’ll also learn about vulnerability hangovers, why relapses are lessons and not failures, how to create “buffers” in your environment to help yourself, and the reason why social support and community is at the heart of Whole30. Enjoy listening to this empowering and hard-hitting show with Melissa, and remember her wise words: “You absolutely should trust yourself. You are the best authority on you.” TIMESTAMPS:Melissa gives much good advice on keeping your life on track. [01:35]Melissa explains how her journey from rehab to “strong and bendy” progressed. [04:58]Every judgement we have ever held about anybody else is just a reflection. [08:27]Melissa describes how she realized that she had to be true to her real self. [10:40]You can put personal self out there and be honest, and it’s really scary. [14:43]Everyone needs to set up their own boundaries. [17:25]Melissa had to change everything about her life in order to maintain her recovery. [24:60]Social support is very critical. You need to hear that you are not alone. [30:37]What is the Whole 30 program? It educates you to your own food freedom. [34:03]Does carnivore diet fit into the program? [40:23]Does Whole 30 focus on weight loss? [42:04] A relapse in this program is not a failure. [45:24]As a person ages we need to continue to explore optimal eating because our changing body changes. [47:38]Mental health is affected by your diet. Look at what works for you individually. [50:45]Most people have really dramatic ups and downs in their life. [53:19]LINKS:Bradventures.comMelissa UrbanWhole 30 programPistol SquatJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation a

In this episode, I take you through my new book, Two Meals a Day, chapter by chapter, to learn how to live healthily through a simple but sustainable strategy that works for everyone. You’ll learn about how your body actually operates best in a fasted state, and that people eat too much of the wrong foods, and too often, as well as what the “wrong” foods are. You’ll also find out why snacking is a destructive habit, why eating less often will help you develop metabolic flexibility, and the benefits of eating intuitively instead of following a strict, three meals a day structure. You’ll also learn about what leads to dysfunctional fat burning and the power of “turnaround statements”, which can be applied to great effect to every area of your life, why “faking it till you make it” has real effects on your physiology, and how to implement winning mindset and behavioral patterns that align with your goals.Whether you’re Paleo, carnivore, keto, or prefer to j ust eat intuitively and not put a label on it, you can benefit greatly from eating two meals a day, because this strategy is truly one that works for everyone, and also strengthens your ability to make empowering and conscious choices for yourself.TIMESTAMPS:Carbohydrate dependency is quite likely the number one public health problem today. [00:53]If you want to achieve optimum health, body composition, and longevity, ditch modern processed foods and eat less frequently. Develop metabolic flexibility. [01:46]We aren’t telling you what to eat but we ask that you ditch the big three toxic modern foods, stop the habit of snacking. [03:12]When you are doing a dietary transition, you should not have to suffer and be in pain. [04:52]Your body works most optimally in a fasted state. [07:55]Clean up your act. [08:40]Emphasize nutrient dense ancestral foods. [13:23]Intermittent eating is the fastest way to health. You have to do it right. [19:23]If you are not getting enough sleep or having stressful workouts, it will be more difficult to transition into this new dietary regimen. [23:52]Implement a winning mindset. Look at your own self-limiting beliefs. [29:09]Follow the fat-burning lifestyle. Start with good sleep habits. [35:23]Discipline your use of technology. Move more. [41:09]Micro workouts are always beneficial. No pain, no gain is not the way to go. [43:21]How does the two meals a day work? Follow your intuition. [47:23]Chapter 7 of this book has a chapter called Advanced Strategies for Fat Reduction. [48:59]Therapeutic cold exposure helps stimulate fat reduction and brings psychological benefits. [55:40]The 12-day Turbocharge is at the end of the book with action assignments in food, fasting, fitness, mindset, and lifestyle. [01:00:01]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageBrad’s Macadamia MasterpieceTwo Meals a DayJack CanfieldDr. Cate ShanahanDr. Paul SaladinoKate CressingerCarnivore ScoresAriana HuffingtonX3 BarMicro workoutsRay CroniseJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send you a free jar of Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece as a thank you! Email to alert us! Choose to donate now, later, or never. Either way, we thank you for choosing from the first two options! :]Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Confidence does provide an evolutionary edge,” says Elle Russ. I welcome Elle, my longtime Primal coworker and host of the Primal Blueprint podcast, to the show today. Elle has become an authority on thyroid health and wrote the best-selling book, The Paleo Thyroid Solution, but she is also a multi-talented human with a long history as a Hollywood writer and actor. In this episode, you’ll learn about Elle’s book Confident as F*ck, and and how we can all be confident as fuck too, and live a happier, more abundant existence. If you tuned in for Elle’s first appearance on the podcast when she revealed for the first time publicly that she had a severe disability with her hands, you already know that harboring this secret for many years out of fear of being judged ended up framing lots of her life behavior and self-esteem. Elle is passionate about empowering others to become more confident, and she knows how difficult this process can be, because she actually lived through it. That’s why her book is the self-help book for people looking to level up their self-esteem and confidence, while also manifesting their dreams. Elle is also a huge proponent of the law of attraction and helpful practices like vision board building, and she clues us in on the interesting twist that comes with building confidence, which is that there are actually pitfalls to being a highly confident person. She also cautions us to not judge someone’s confidence based on their ability to do something well: “You can be confident in your ability in something, but not be confident on the inside.” She also notes that: “Confident people make others feel worthy.”In this entertaining exposé on self-esteem and confidence, you’ll learn how to identify and finally ditch bad vibes and negative people who hold you back. Elle calls this “The Downer Effect.” You’ll also learn how to clean up your past through addressing shame and self-limiting stories (about yourself and others) that are holding you back. Elle refers to this as “parental garbage,” which can be both overt and subtle. Elle also makes a good point by pointing out how frequently the most confident person in a room is also the quietest, and you’ll become inspired to speak up for yourself, and take a leap into the arena of self-examination.By the end of Confident As Fu*k, you will understand yourself and the shortcomings you need to abandon in order to kick ass and take names!TIMESTAMPS:Brad talks to another Primal Blueprint co-worker about her experience with thyroid problems as well as her new book on confidence. [01:28]Many doctors are ill informed about thyroid health. [06:45]Highly competent people do not want to show vulnerability or appear weak. [08:54]You can have performance confidence but no confidence on the inside. [12:43]Drawing appropriate boundaries is really important. [15:29]We repeat patterns from our childhood whether we like them or not. [16:35]The opposite of being confident is being a people pleaser. [24:05]Without realizing it, we are surrounded by “downers”. [26:51]Look to see if some of your criticisms of other people is because you want to be right. [32:45]How can we suggest things to other people out of concern without sounding critical? [36:38]In trying to be supportive, be careful about false praise. Praise the effort, not the attributes. [43:52]How does one work through the pitfalls in their daily life? Shame will disable your confidence. [47:58]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageBrad’s early podcast with ElleElle RussThe Paleo Thyroid SolutionConfident as FuckStop the Thyroid MadnessThe Thyroid Patient ManualYou Can Heal Your LifeThe Intention ExperimentMark’s Daily AppleJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send y

“Plants cannot run away, or bite or claw their way to freedom. Plants want to survive and reproduce, and therefore, they developed a variety of toxins to protect themselves from being eaten.”This insightful quote comes from Dr. Paul Saladino, author of The Carnivore Code, who has talked about the amazing, wide-ranging benefits of the carnivore diet in previous B.Rad episodes. In fact, his insightful newsletter was the inspiration behind this episode!If you’ve been listening to this podcast for a while, then you have probably heard about my own personal journey with carnivore (and carnivore-ish), and the incredible results I experienced from making the switch. While I personally did not come to carnivore as a solution for serious issues, like an autoimmune-related condition, committing to a mostly plant-free lifestyle (and if you want to see how many delicious plants are still actually considered OK on carnivore, check out the Carnivore Scores Chart here) has changed my perspective on a lot of things about my health in hindsight. Now, that’s not to say I was unhealthy by any means. But going carnivore and being able to see the way that has greatly impacted my health has made me realize now that I had gotten used to a normal that maybe wasn’t as optimal as I thought. In this episode, you’ll learn what foods to avoid like the plague, which practice is a great way to get hormesis, how fasting affects inflammation recovery, and which plant foods are the least harmful to the body. You’ll also learn about the staples of Paul’s incredibly healthy diet, and the foods Dr. Cate Shanahan refers to as “the Four Pillars of Health.”TIMESTAMPS:The number one thing you want to remove from your diet is refined vegetable oils. [03:54]When you are looking at meat, make sure you get grass fed instead of animals raised on corn and soy. [08:03]Plants vary in their toxicity levels for individuals. Maybe focusing on nice “healthy vegetables” is a problem for your digestion. [10:24]The organ meats support the same organs in the human when eaten. [14:13]You are encouraged to experiment with your own diet, to see how different things affect your health. [21:58]Fasting is one of the greatest ways to get hormesis, which is a brief stressor that delivers a net positive benefit. [26:15]Brad talks about the great athletic feats of Dude Spellings running rim to rim in Grand Canyon while fasting as well as Zach Bitter’s hundred-mile run. They found that fasting reduced their recovery inflammation. [29:41]Humans are omnivores. The ancestors ate vegetables but in very small amounts. Plants are merely survival food. [33:00]The main things to avoid are the most offensive or most potentially toxic plant foods, nuts, seeds, legumes, grains, and leaves. [34:29]Some plant foods that are less offensive are sweet fruits in season (very important), honey, squashes, avocados, olives, and white rice, and cucumbers without skin and seeds. [36:01]Brad’s list of survival foods includes 80% or higher dark chocolate, avocados, sweet potatoes, even corn tortillas, honey, and occasionally buttered popcorn, and even more foods that will surprise you. [38:48]Saladino’s diet consists of bone broth, organ meats, and a lot of fat. [43:26]Dr. Cate Shanahan recommends fruits and vegetables, fermented foods and organ meats, and meat on the bone. [46:54]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping pageBrad Kearns.comThe Carnivore CodeBrad and Cate Shanahan talk about seed oilsPaul Saladino’s newsletterRobb WolfDr. Casey Means podcastHow to Avoid CancerPaleo Medcina ClinicTwo Meals a DayCarnivore Cooking for Cool DudesBrad’s Macadamia MasterpieceCarnivore Score ChartDeep NutritionAncestral SupplementsUS Wellness MeatsAkinosie ChocolatesJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (

“Lifestyle does not affect energy expenditure the way we think,” says Dr. Herman Pontzer."Get ready for a wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Herman that will truly keep you on your toes and challenge everything you thought you knew about exercise and energy expenditure. His work is centered around studying the physiology of both humans and apes in order to gain a much deeper and nuanced understanding of how ecology, lifestyle, diet, and evolutionary history affect metabolism and health. Here to talk about his sensational new book, Burn, and deeply driven by his interest in anthropology and evolutionary biology, Dr. Herman shares some incredibly thought-provoking insights during this episode. You’ll surely want to order your own copy of Burn to read, as it will expose you to many surprising truths about the way your body functions that will inspire you to completely overhaul the way you work out, especially after you hear that humans burn the same number of calories every day, regardless of exercise habits. In this episode, you’ll learn about metabolic diversity, the difference between being a high calorie burner and having a fast metabolism, and why we should rethink why we exercise. You’ll also learn why metabolism is closely linked to longevity, why workouts don’t matter when it comes to trying to drop excess body fat, and the secret, sensible method for successful fat loss. Dr. Herman also gives some beautiful commentary towards the end of this episode about how his time with the Hadza people has profoundly impacted his perspective on life. If you want to give back to the amazing Hadza community and help protect their health and culture, please click here to learn about The Hadza Fund.TIMESTAMPS:New research blows the lid off how we really burn calories, lose weight and stay healthy. [01:52]Your daily activity level has no bearing on the number of calories you burn each day. [06:07]If you exercise more, your body compensates by turning energy expenditures and other tasks down. [11:17]What’s the use of exercising if we don’t burn any more calories and lose weight than when we sit around? [13:40]Of course, exercise is an important activity for your health and longevity. It just doesn’t show as a number decreasing on the scale. [19:04]You can eat carbs, turn them into fats and then burn the fat. [22:29]If you want to manage your weight, focus on diet. [23:51] The Hadza, who eat off the land don’t go hungry. [28:23]If someone goes on a crash diet trying to starve for weight loss, the body puts the brakes on everything with metabolic adjustments that don’t last. [30:28]What is the recommended strategy to drop the excess pounds in Herman’s opinion? Find a diet that makes you feel full on fewer calories. [32:13]If you cut out the added sugar and processed foods that most people eat, it is a great start. [35:26]There was a study determining how full someone felt after eating various types of food. The best predictors were protein levels and fiber levels. [37:06]Exercise is very important, not for burning calories but for general well-being. But social connections have an effect on how your body functions, too. [39:39]There really is no easy way to go about this. There are many “experts” talking about things that are not scientifically based. [42:15]What is metabolic diversity? Two people can be the same size, same body composition, same lifestyle and be very different in their calorie burn. [43:59]Our paleolithic brain is not built to handle the processed foods we have today. [49:13]It’s important to go slow with your new dietary changes. [50:30]Are the Hazda getting too much of the outside world from researchers? [52:29]What has Herman taken away from his studying the Hadza? [01:04:10]LINKS:Brad’s shopping pageBradKearns.comDr. Herman PontzerBurnHadzaJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to sa

I had such a great time speaking to sleep expert Jeff Kahn that we kept the mic running well after our first conversation was technically over, and it turned into quite a fascinating conversation. In this breather show, you’ll learn about the “sleep placebo effect” and why some people are actually more affected by their sleep debt than others are. You’ll also learn about the many different ways to measure sleep quality (there are eight!), and how to effectively deal with, and eradicate, the distracting thoughts that can come flooding in right before bedtime. You’ll also learn about why “stimulus control” is actually the best, research-backed way to reverse insomnia, and why it’s so important to do whatever you can to not stress about your sleeping patterns when you’re having trouble sleeping through the night or even falling asleep. Enjoy learning even more from this incredible sleep expert, and check out Rise here.TIMESTAMPS:If we happen to have a night of imperfect sleep, maybe don’t worry about it. [01:30]Individuals have different sensitivities to sleep debt. [03:48]Sleep placebo is that if you are told that whatever sleep you got last night was good quality, you actually perform better. [06:28]There are about eight different measures of sleep quality, and still it is hard to define. [07:57]If you are having trouble with thoughts when you are trying to fall asleep, it’s a good idea to write things down or get out of bed and do something else. [10:26]If we are in sleep debt and really needing sleep, are we going to get a deeper more efficient sleep? [13:11]Don’t stress about your imperfect night of sleep. [18:31]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping pageRisePodcast with Jeff KahnTake a Nap, Change your LifeJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send you a free jar of Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece as a thank you! Email to alert us! Choose to donate now, later, or never. Either way, we thank you for choosing from the first two options! :]Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“We all have a genetic amount of sleep that we need,” says Rise Science app founder Jeff Kahn.The average amount for humans is slightly over eight hours. But, as you’ll learn from this episode, if you don’t meet this genetic need every night (let’s say you get seven), then the next day, you have one hour of sleep debt to deal with. And, if this continues, and you’re operating on a full week of getting seven hours of sleep as opposed to your usual eight, this alters your cognitive performance - to the point where Jeff likens it to being at the legal limit for alcohol at the end of the week.There is so much to learn from this insightful conversation with Jeff. He and his Rise Science co-founder were actually the first to publish research on technology-enabled sleep behavior modification. Through Rise Science’s tireless dedication to improving the sleep of elite athletes across the NFL, NBA, MLS, and NCAAF, Jeff has not only witnessed first-hand measurable improvements to performance and risk of injury, but also seen that sleep boosts sales revenue in organizations by an average of 14%. And Jeff doesn’t just educate us all on the many (and oftentimes surprising) ways that sleep and circadian health affect every single aspect of our physical, cognitive, and emotional performance and wellbeing, he also knows which specific methods are actually effective and will make the biggest difference in the way you sleep.During this episode, you’ll learn that a lack of focus on circadian dynamics means that most conventional sleep solutions are already completely ineffective, and Jeff reveals that we are actually biologically wired to underestimate just how sleep deprived we really are. As Jeff breaks down the details of how the body functions with (and without) a sufficient amount of sleep, you’ll gain a clear understanding of the importance of tracking how much sleep debt you’ve been accumulating, especially once you realize that the quality of your performance in anything diminishes in conjunction with the increased amount of sleep you continue to lose.Jeff also clues us in to why worrying about the “quality” is actually hugely misguided, and why our primary focus should be instead on reducing sleep debt. Jeff also shares the fascinating behavioral science research that underpins the app and makes behavior change both successful and sustainable. As he explains, changing habits is totally possible: however, only within the right conditions can this change be possible. TIMESTAMPS:Sleep is the most important health topic. If you are sleep deprived, you’re not a good judge of how much sleep you need. [01:42]Jeff decided to study sleep when he, as a student, realized how exhausted he and others were. [05:00]If you don’t get a good sleep, basically everything about your functioning suffers. [10:30]There are two factors that determine how you function and how you feel. [13:59]You have a genetic need for a certain amount of sleep. If you don’t meet this genetic need, you build up “sleep debt.” [17:39]Studies equate “sleep debt” to being drunk as far as ability to function. [23:06]Lack of sleep also affects your glucose metabolism roughly equivalent to Type II Diabetes! [28:06]You are not a good judge of your own performance. [30:47]Circadian rhythm is different for different people. What is a night owl vs. a morning person? [32:48]What is a sleep hangover? Don’t be quick to judge your night’s sleep. Wait about 90 minutes. [40:55]You cannot physiologically oversleep! [42:32]How can the listener judge where they fall on the biological sleep scale? [51:02]If a person is purposely sleeping extra time because of their strenuous activity, is there a point where it is overdone? [57:09]Some athletes who have spectacular skills, would even be better if they got more sleep! [01:00:13]The app that can help you get a handle on this sleep information is called Rise. [10:05:47]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping pageBrad Kearns.comJeff Kahn Rise ScienceJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advert

I am so excited to talk about the Carnivore Scores Food Ranking Chart with you today!This food chart was a joint venture with health coach Kate Cretsigner, who has utilized the carnivore diet with great success for her clients, and who used this guideline as a way to help her clients get optimal nutrition. Kate came to this solution after realizing that many of her clients who were keto or paleo still suffered from inflammatory issues, and that by taking out all potentially problematic plant foods, their bodies were then “able to heal quicker,” while also receiving optimal nutrients. Think of it as the ultimate elimination diet, with an end goal of healing the gut. Kate actually started this carnivore experiment in her own home: with herself, and with her daughter, who was able to experience incredible healing in just 30 days from diverticulitis. Since Kate never advises her clients to do something that she hasn’t done herself, she went strict carnivore for 30 days. After the first month, Kate found that “assorted health imperfections that I didn’t know that I had, or that I thought were ‘normal,’ improved right away.” Her 30-day experiment turned into 560 days and counting! And get this: during the early stages of her carnivore journey, she actually rode her bicycle the entire length of Vermont — that’s 200 miles over the course of two days — without consuming any calories on the bike! Talk about a fat-burning machine!I was fascinated by Kate’s story when I first heard it on her podcast, and intrigued and excited at the idea of creating a Carnivore Food Chart to simplify and clarify what this diet is all about. In this episode, I’m breaking down the chart to explain why we have formulated it this way, and you’ll learn how easy and simple it can be to get optimal nutrition once you have this handy set of guidelines to reference!Global All-Stars (the most nutrient dense foods on the planet)Liver, Oysters, Salmon Roe and CaviarAnimal OrgansLiver, Bone Broth, Heart, Kidney, Sweetbread, Rocky Mountain Oysters, TripeWild-Caught, Oily, Cold-Water FishSardines, Mackerel, Anchovies, Salmon, HerringShellfishOysters, Clams, Crab, Lobster, Mussels, Octopus, ScallopsEggsDon’t forget other egg options like: Goose, Duck, Quail, and OstrichRed MeatAlso try: Buffalo/Bison, Elk, Lamb, VenisonThe rest of the foods included reside below The Steak Line, meaning everything listed above are the foods that offer maximum nutrient density. The rest of the foods listed are still healthy, but do not need to be emphasized in the same way because of their differences in nutritional profile: Chicken, Turkey, and Pork and Raw, Organic, High Fat Dairy.And yes, some plant foods are still included on this list! They are:AvocadosDark chocolateFermented foodsFruitHoneyNuts & nut buttersSeaweedSweet potatoes/squashThese (optional) plant foods were included because they still offer high nutrient value with the smallest chance of digestive irritation. If you are suffering from auto-immune or other related symptoms, try going Kate’s route with a strict carnivore approach for 30 days. After that, see how you feel, and re-asses if you want to introduce certain plant foods back into your diet. Chances are, you’ll be feeling so good that it will be no problem at all including certain plants back into your diet. Click here to download the Carnivore Scores chart!TIMESTAMPS:When the body is getting optimal nutrients, it heals quicker. It has better energy. You feel better. [03:00]Kate is going to embark on a Trans America bike race on no carbs, no sugar and just meat, organs and fat. [04:00]There's a lot of people out there suffering due to gut inflammation, leaky gut syndrome, and quite a lot of it can be righted with a complete restriction of plants and then a gradual reintroduction of the least offensive plants. [05:00]A preponderance of animal foods, the most nutritional superfoods are listed. [07:00]Wild caught oil cold-water fish is the best source for Omega 3s in the human diet. SMASH stands for sardines, mackerel, anchovies, salmon, and herring. [10:20]Shellfish are next on the list, also a very good source of Omega three. [12:16]Eggs are next on our go-to chart. Always look for eggs that are locally grown or at least in a carton stating they are pasture raised and certified humane. [14:02]There are still many foods listed on the chart that are good to eat, just not in the super food category. Grass-fed red meat is on this list. [17:20]Down below the steak line on the chart are chicken, turkey, and pork. Of course, look for organic or pasture raised. [22:00]You want to make a blanket commitment to avoid all manner of conventional pasteurized and low and non-fat dairy products [23:10]If you want to include vegetables into your diet, listed on the chart are the least objectionable. They can be integrated strategically into the diet. [26:35]And with dark chocolate, get the beans to bar notation and not made with child labor. [26:49]Raw hone

Dr. Mikki Williden is a forward thinking nutrition coach from Auckland, New Zealand with some excellent insights on how to optimize your diet as an athlete. She also has a great podcast, Mikkipedia, and has had much experience counseling athletes. After first appearing on Mikki’s podcast, I invited her on for a chat to discuss all things relating to nutrition, health, and fitness. In this episode, you’ll learn just why it is so hard to lose excess body fat, the way stressful training patterns compromise health and hormone function, how to look deeper into blood test results, and why it is so important to be mindful of your protein intake. Mikki shares why one major issue a lot of endurance athletes have to deal with is having frequent gastrointestinal problems, and we touch on the topic of chronic cardio and the importance of not stressing your body too much. We then talk about the science literature around weight loss and why it can be so hard for people to lose excess body fat, and Mikki clues us in on the signs your body will give you to communicate that your ferritin level is high.TIMESTAMPS:Overly stressful athletic training patterns can really compromise your overall health, your hormone function, and lead to inability to reduce excess body fat. [02:31]When studying for her nutritionist degrees, Mikki realized that the guidelines she was being taught didn’t apply to a real person. [06:19]The up-to-date information around sports nutrition has not been thoroughly adopted. We still see unfit folks at the starting line. [09:31]Training causes damage when you’re inducing oxidative stress and inflammation. [14:34]What about the athletes’ longevity? Some damage can be done when the training is overdone. [15:40]It does not have to be steady state cardio to build a wonderful, fantastic cardiovascular system. [23:48]You have to be courageous to cut back on your training when you’re feeling good. [27:09]Calories in and calories out does not work. [28:25]The first step being able to lose body fat is just making sure you’ve got those raw materials available that you need to help with those metabolic processes in the body. [31:27]Many endurance athletes fall short on getting enough protein because they are focusing on carbs. What are some common deficiency patterns? [33:06]You get your blood test and see that your thyroid reading is off. And you are feeling sluggish, what can we do? [38:47]How does iron come into play? High ferritin score can lead to symptoms. [41:34]Some of these health problems might be considered normal when they are really not normal. [45:57]What are some dietary strategies to optimize male and female hormone function? [51:33]For years there have been warnings about consuming too much protein. That is being toned down recently. [56:44]High protein diets do work well for those trying to lose excess body fat because they are highly satiating. [01:04:13]What is the connection with diet and the sex hormones? [01:06:31]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageMikki WillidenMikkipediaPrimal EnduranceDr. O’Keefe Ted Talk: Run for Your Life, But Not too Far Don't Jog. It's Too DangerousThere's No Such Thing as Cardio. The Obesity CodeInside Tracker.comFast Over 40Cynthia MonteleoneJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send you a free jar of Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece as a thank you! Email to alert us! Choose to donate now, later, or never. Either way, we thank you for choosing from the first two options! :]Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This podcast was inspired by an email exchange with my friend and former podcast guest Martin Brauns, who asked me what my diet is like these days.Reflecting on my current diet, it’s clear to me that while some things have changed, many other elements of my diet have remained the same. I still stay away from The Big Three (refined sugars, grains, and industrial seed oils), but one thing that I used to absolutely love making, salads, are gone. I can barely remember the last time I had one, and I haven’t had any cravings for one. Still, my philosophy has always been to aim for balance and enjoy myself, while staying committed to my health and fitness goals, and the foods that best support those goals. The main idea is I’ve drifted to carnivore-ish pattern, and then I still have this and that when it comes to plant foods leaking in, particularly to get extra carbs.It seems like the consensus these days is to ditch processed junk food, and then you are way down the road to health, disease prevention, and longevity. Industrial seed oils are the #1 priority, followed by grains and sugars. And hyper-palatable foods (combining sugar, fat and salt - think of my popcorn - and any dessert, processed snack, or all-American meal like pasta and meatballs, sandwiches, pancakes with butter and maple syrup, etc.). Anyone can say what they want about a vegan/plant-based diet, but it is a high risk to eliminate the most nutritious foods on earth. But, if they are ditching processed crap and instead eating hummus, lentils, and smoothies, they are much better off.Personally, I have been on the ancestral eating style for 13 years now - no grains, no bad oils, and almost no processed sugar. The carnivore idea has captivated me since I was first exposed in March 2019, so I have made a permanent shift to animal-emphasis and superfood-emphasis. I have not had a salad in 2 years and no longer go looking for plants to add to my diet in the name of health.It’s also the consensus that if we want to look for the cleanest animal products and try to eliminate the feedlot animals, conventional dairy, eggs, processed meat, etc., are not the way to go. Even 80% of Atlantic salmon on the market is farmed. Unfortunately, there is a huge difference between the quality and nutrition in farmed vs wild-caught fish. It’s pretty simple. Look through the Carnivore Scores Chart and put it on your fridge. We worked hard on this thing and it’s really powerful to imagine how you are eating on the ranking system. It’s funny to think that when you order your delicious chicken and avocado salad, you are actually eating below the steak line! Same for making a super duper smoothie with celery and kale and almond milk and protein powder: you are getting calories for energy, some concentrated plant poisons, and then not much in the way of dense nutrition. These wild and crazy guys I hang with like Saladino and my main man Brian “Liver King” Johnson of Ancestral Supplements are quite inspiring. I will make a big yellow sardine omelet made with 9 pastured egg yolks and sardines in the middle. And accompanied by thin slices of frozen, raw, grass fed liver, heavily salted. Now that’s a superfood meal.I’m also not worried about avoiding carbs in the name of “carnivore” and I don’t have any autoimmune issues or inflammatory conditions. And at my age, and with my athletic goals, I can benefit from carbs, in order to help speed recovery, as well as minimize the overall stress score of doing things like fasting, high intensity workouts, and being in the 55+ category. Robb Wolf always advises to “lift more weights and eat more protein” for a reason.Hence besides the animal food staples you will find these plants making their way:Tons of 80%+ dark chocolate (I mean tons - some days I’ll notice an entire bar is gone!)Lots of avocadosFrequent sweet potatoes in oxtail stew, sweet potato fries to add to mealsFrequent squashes with during the winter season (acorn, butternut, kabocha, etc)Canned sundried tomatoes very often in eggs or with meat mealsVery small amounts of nuts and Brad’s Macadamia MasterpieceCorn tortillas fried in olive oil/butter to accompany an egg meal or a steak meal (very often!)I’ve started to try spoonfuls of raw honeycomb per Paul’s enthusiasmOccasional popcorn with heavy butter and olive oil (supposed to be a treat, not a habit)Occasional treats, like cheesecake on my birthday, which was excellent, but I very rarely have other desserts, and I when I do, they’re in small portionsI have made a Paleo Pumpkin pie a few times recently (very bland but a nice “dessert” using crushed nuts for the crust, canned pumpkin, eggs, and maybe 1-2 tsp of honey total)Excellent St. Benoit vanilla yogurt (I love to add cacao nibs too)Occasional protein smoothie with coconut milk and frozen banana, if I want to recover (I also add powder creatine, collagen, glutamine, and electrolytes)Occasional sesame blue chips or red hot blue chips with guacamole Often cooking steak with

Get ready for an inspiring, honest, emotional, and heartfelt show with Dr. Al Danenberg. Dr. Danenberg has been a periodontist in South Carolina for 44 years, dealing with gum and mouth disease, and appreciating the role of gut health as the centerpiece of healing and wellness. He is also one of the earliest certified Primal Health Coaches, and is considered a poster boy for ancestral living in the older age groups. However, Dr. Al’s health journey has come with some major ordeals that he will detail in this show. You’ll learn about the incredible transformation he experienced after switching to a Paleo diet at the age of 66. He explains that this total lifestyle change was actually a much needed and necessary method for healing as he walks us through the reasons that led to this change (having a stroke and later being diagnosed with cancer). He talks about watching weight drop off his body - to the point of 30-something pounds - over the course of two years, and how he was able to finally ditch the seven medications that his physicians had prescribed to him (not to mention claimed he needed to take for the rest of his life!). You’ll learn the unbelievable and inspiring story of how Dr. Al went from being diagnosed with cancer to being cancer-free. He explains his decision to say no to chemotherapy (which was insisted on by his doctor) and he clues us in on fascinating facts from many compelling studies that support the idea that a strict animal based diet, with no need for pharmaceutical drugs, is actually the most effective method of resolving chronic and cancerous health issues. Interestingly, he became intrigued by an animal based diet in early 2020 and has been following and advocating that strategy for over a year. Dr. Al does a great job of explaining the link between gut function and overall health (especially periodontal disease) and how eating an animal-based diet can help you heal from gut dysfunction that you may not even be aware of. The show ends with Dr. Al commenting on the 10 innovative health tips he himself follows to protect himself and continue to thrive. His bottom line is ultimately to put the most emphasis on having a robust immune system. Here is a great list he has generously shared of his top 10 health tips:10 Health Tips From Dr. Al Danenberg1. Eat a healthy diet: I follow my animal-based diet, which I call the Better Belly Blueprint. It is an organic, gluten-free, nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory eating plan. I consume a fat-to-protein ratio measured in grams of approximately 2:1 per meal. I eat when I’m hungry and drink when I’m thirsty. I occasionally eat some plants (no more than 10% by volume of a plate of food) that are low in phytates, oxalates, and lectins. I also cycle out of ketosis once a week by eating approximately 100 grams of carbs for that one day to maintain my Metabolic Flexibility.2. Fortify my gut and maintain an intact gut epithelial barrier: I take 2 caps of MegasporeBiotic (from Microbiome Labs). I also take 2 caps of TerraFlora Deep Immune, which also stimulates the production of interferons (IFNs) as well as activates downstream immune cells to support my immune system (from Enviromedica). 3. Support my bone: I take 6 caps of OsteoVegan (from NuMedica), 2 caps of Megaquinone K2-7 (from Microbiome Labs), and 5,000 IU of Vitamin D3 (from NatureWise). 4. Help repair my mitochondria: I use PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) Therapy using the PureWave PEMF mat first thing in the morning for 30-minutes at setting “Basis – 1”, afternoon session for 30-minutes at setting “Basis – 5”, and at bedtime for 30-minutes at setting “Basis – 1”. 5. Assure animal-based nutrients from organs for my cells: I take 5 caps of Desiccated Organ Complex and 4 caps of Desiccated Bone Marrow (from Enviromedica). 6. Control pain: I take 200 mg or 400 mg of ibuprofen rarely and only when necessary. 7. Target specific proteins involved in my cancer: I take one human-derived monoclonal antibody immunotherapy. Darzalex attacks a specific protein on the surface of malignant plasma cells. Along with Darzalex, I am given premeds (Tylenol, Benadryl, and Decadron) only the day of the injection to limit any side effects. 8. Help prevent colds and flu: I use a Bee Propolis Mouth Spray 4 times a day if I feel any “scratchiness” in my throat (from Beekeeper’s Naturals). 9. Strengthen my body: I do arm and leg stretches daily. Based on the condition of my bones, I do modified push ups and modified squats several days a week. Also, I walk one mile outside every day, weather permitting. 10. Reduce stress: I meditate and practice diaphragmatic breathing as well as progressive, total body muscle relaxation. TIMESTAMPS:Brad’s guest has an amazing story of changing his lifestyle to remedy his health problems. He’d had a stroke and was diagnosed with cancer. [02:16]Al found a place that totally changed his life: his diet, his weight, his need for medication. [07:36]Al discovered a pain in his shoulder

Don’t let the title of this show make you think this episode is mainly for male listeners: you will learn a lot about sexual function and libido that is relevant for women as well. I’ve really been diving deep into research as I work on writing my new book about testosterone function and delaying the aging process, and I have already discovered so many compelling insights that I’ll be sharing some of them with you today. You will learn what it is about visceral fat that makes it so harmful to the body, and also why it becomes a slippery slope that is hard to escape once you add a little bit of this kind of fat to your body. Did you know belly fat is actually classified as an endocrine organ of its own because of the inflammatory chemicals it secretes? This also puts your system in a constant state of inflammation, which inhibits testosterone production and a whole host of other issues relating to metabolic health. And, this all leads to even more belly fat accumulation! And when you have too much belly fat, any testosterone your body is making (or receiving through supplementation) will actually be converted into estrogen. You’ll also learn about the connection between working out too much and libido levels and the importance of napping. Training yourself to unplug and actually shut your brain down is such an important practice to commit to making daily. Remember the goal is not to fall asleep but to rest and check out. If you have trouble falling asleep or feeling really rested, use a blindfold to help your body relax, and your mind will follow. I also share the Taoist theory that posits that (for males) orgasms deplete your essential life force and the importance of preserving them. The idea is to have sex frequently, but not ejaculate frequently. But interestingly, Taoists believe frequent orgasms have the opposite effect on females! Read The Tao of Health, Sex, and Longevity: A Modern Practical Guide to the Ancient Way for more info. My shows with Dr. Wendy Walsh are also a great resource to check out on this topic. TIMESTAMPS: Both women and men, let's talk about testosterone libido and sexual health. Is there something we can do besides taking medications? [01:49] The first and foremost symptom of trouble is the spare tire. Belly fat is inflammatory and puts you in a state of chronic or systemic inflammation. [04:15] Surprisingly libido and testosterone do not have a direct relationship that we’ve always assumed. [08:09] Teach yourself how to relax, and then you will optimize your sexual health. [09:36] Taoism believes women should have as many orgasms as possible. This is the opposite for the male. [14:46] There are three energy sources: Qi, Shen, and Jing. [15:36] It is a much different story for females in the society of thousands of years ago. [16:32] It takes about 72 hours for sperm and seminal fluid to regenerate. [19:24] In modern society, the female is in a different role and can easily deplete her hormone balance. [21:41] The Taoists want males to withhold their orgasms frequently. [22:28] Science differs from the Taoist theory. Many studies talk about frequency of once a week as being the maximum. [27:44] Pornography is a real problem leading people to believe they are having real sex and interfering with their hormone stabilization. [29:12] Testosterone is not directly connected to libido. [30:59] We must get that life stress and balance and give yourself a fighting chance at being a good lover here with your partner. Develop a sense of humor. [33:26] Supplements: A lot of these products are actually targeting libido rather than testosterone. [38:34] The topic of testosterone replacement therapy has produced some highly disturbing statistics. Look at lifestyle changes first. [42:09] LINKS: Brad’s Shopping page The Health Fix Taoist theory re sexual activity Tao of Health, Sex and Longevity Boundless The Way of the Superior Man Frogs that changed sex Mark’s Daily Apple Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @BradKearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone. Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blend Male Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplement Vuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyle Donations! This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising par

Dan Vinson is the Founder of Monkii.co, makers of unique, compact home fitness equipment that allow you to enjoy a full body workout. He has also had quite the interesting journey as a young entrepreneur and lifelong athlete. He made an improbable progression at Georgetown University from walk-on lacrosse player to earning a starting spot and full scholarship. We talk about the unique mindset attributes he displayed as a youth to persevere and continue to excel. One interesting element of that story is how Dan got just a tiny glimpse of his potential with an excellent practice performance, but then took repeat poundings and rode the bench for a long time until he got his chance. You may be familiar with Alex Honnold’s historic ascent of YOsemite’s El Capitan, as portrayed in the movie Free Solo, but if you want to climb El Cap the “regular” way, did you realize that it can take days to get to the top? You have to haul tons of climbing ropes and gear, sleeping bags, food, water, and clothing, hoisting backpacks up rope lines and continually stopping to regroup and climb a new pitch. After a couple failed attempts, Dan’s successful ascent (taking 31 hours!) was only a part way point in the awesome physical challenge. He and his climbing partner got hypothermic at the top. Instead of camping out, they had to hike 10 miles back to Yosemite Valley in the middle of the night with no food or water.You’ll learn how Dan’s extreme passion for outdoors (check out his wilderness workout video from back in the day!) was the inspiration for creating Monkii, and how he leveraged the power of Kickstarter to quickly build Monkii into a home fitness powerhouse. Enjoy the episode, and if you enjoyed learning about Dan and Monkii and want to hear more from him, check out his podcast here.TIMESTAMPS:Brad’s guest has many adventure stories to tell covering fitness mentality and competitive intensity. [01:14]Dan talks about how he was able to build his business quickly. [05:14]What is a stoic mat? It helps balance and stabilizes muscles. [09:05]Dan and his partner have invented many different types of equipment with nature in mind. [13:11]What will the future be in society’s approach to fitness overall? [18:56]If and when we do get back to the gym, the social aspect and support will be there. [19:56]The football winning streak at his high school worked because of the way the players trained. [22:41]Dan played lacrosse in high school and college. He kept in shape in the summer in the wilderness. [24:05]Dan is a good example of commitment the way he kept going to practice with hope of improving enough to make the team. [27:58]It is a challenge to leverage the skills you’ve developed in one arena and apply those to another endeavor [31:34]When you develop commitment as a skill as an athlete, you are a good candidate for any job. [36:46]Dan talks about his rim-to-rim-rim trip to the Grand Canyon and climbing El Capitan. [39:09]Dan describes the ordeal of his climbing El Capitan in Yosemite. [45:01]Can a novice climb El Capitan? [56:04]Repelling is much more dangerous. You cannot make a mistake. [59:54]Is there a trend in the younger generations of how they plan their lifestyle? [01:07:22]LINKS:360 BallWhen the Game Stands TallLive Wild or Die podcastMonkiiChasing Perfection (book about De La Salle high school football)Breaking Muscle Articles by DanQUOTES:“The guys who could stay hungry ended up being the best players.”Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendCAR.O.L bike: Cardiovascular optimized logic stationary bike for a highly effective eight-minute workoutMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementPerfect Keto: The cleanest, purest, most potent ketone supplements and snacksLetsGetChecked: At-home medical testing with great prices, quick results, and no hasslesVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few

Four-time podcast guest Dave Rossi has a unique approach to spirituality and happiness that leaves a lasting impact. Enjoy our previous shows (like the episode about his book, The Imperative Habit, and Overcoming Fear and Anxiety With Values and Vision) and this Breather show about dealing with fear by using a methodical and effective process. Dave also puts an interesting spin on happiness by urging us to view happiness as our default state once we eliminate all the things that make us unhappy. Hint: most of them are ruminations in the mind about the past or the future! This episode walks you through the four steps you can take in order to truly overcome fear and anxiety. And the way Dave frames things that we too often deem as negative, like failure, will open your eyes to a whole new perspective, which helps when making adjustments to the way we handle negative emotions. The first step when you’re feeling anxious, scared, or anything unpleasant, is to Stop. First, become aware of what emotion and feeling that you are feeling. If it is fear, then call it out. Say, “I am afraid that…” Consciousness is not acting happy, so we can feel happy when we can act happy. Instead, Dave says it’s like, “Shining a flashlight on the deep dark parts of our fears and vulnerabilities and touching them, seeing them, exposing them, and shining them with light so we can feel great all the time.” It’s important to get the difference between the two ― I know I’ve definitely been that overly positive guy that essentially is in denial then! And it needs to be said that it is ok to have fear. It’s normal, we all experience it, but the issue that arises out of fear a lot of the time is that you have to decide what to do with it. And acting on any emotion is not advisable ― certainly not fear. “Fear inhibits clarity, full stop.” The next step is to Process: Where is the fear coming from? Danger? Fear of loss, fear of results, fear of failure? Processing the emotion usually leads back to either a belief, or ego. Dave says, “Using intelligence and thoughts, reason to find solutions to the issues without fear. This will give us greater intelligence and great power to choose.” I love this point of Dave’s because overcoming fears of failure happened to me by both working hard AND smart. I think of my son now: a college grad, out in the real world now….and real life is scary and discouraging. But if you turn to your values and vision, as Rossi says, you can take action by applying some of that mindset training to envision your path clearly. And that is when you give yourself your best shot. “Tell yourself you need to make the analysis and choice without the fear, but understand the issues surrounding the initial feeling. Dealing with fear is facing the things you need to do, to make something work,” Dave says. “Doubting your ability can be real, more real if you doubt it without fear and without ego. Then you can objectively assess your abilities - not your abilities fogged by fear or ego.” The next step is to Decide: “Decide authentically, with a feeling of love and joy for the task. Decide without fear.” To do that, the key is realizing that any outcome is the outcome that it is supposed to be. We have much less control in our lives than we think we do. Here, Dave uses the example trying to parent your kid into being a “success.” I love this reflection because kids really are on their own path from a very young age, and your job as a parent is unconditional love and support. Like being the caddy to a golfer! You can give advice, but don’t overly orchestrate things, and don’t try to shield them from struggling and failure. There’s so much to be learned there. Dave says failure is supposed to teach us something. That it’s a growing experience. And if a venture fails, it doesn’t mean you’re a failure. Dave says, “Failure is not good or bad, we only think it is bad.” We all know this is true, it’s just hard to swallow. Can you reference any times in life where failure led to something greater? I’ve written about my failed college running, and I’ve also noticed lots of divorce happening in recent years including myself. You have to see it is a good and necessary and worthwhile run, instead of a failure…..but, use intelligence and thoughts to plot your future. Jordan Peterson says that the reason we have memory is so we don’t repeat the same mistakes. Re-framing it this way is to think that nothing is actually a failure, but a lesson. John Wooden said: “Failure is not fatal, but failure to change might be.” And the final step: Happiness. Choose knowing you can fail, but because you want it and love trying it. Not for money or success, but because it’s the right thing to do. And it is also the highest expression of your passions and talents. But….when we get old, we have more responsibility and the stakes are higher. Or are they? We only think they are. We all deserve the clarity and freedom of the young athlete who quit his accounting job an

The long awaited release of the diet book to end all diet books is here! Two Meals A Day transcends the confusion and controversy about healthy eating, and obsessing over strict food choices and meal patterns required with many niche strategies. Instead, you’ll broaden the focus to a simple and sustainable strategy that works for everyone. Emerging science reveals that when you eat is just as important as what you eat for fat loss, disease protection and longevity. Even among those devoted to choosing the best foods or following strict macro guidelines, it’s possible to fall short of fat loss goals by eating too frequently and engaging in the surprisingly destructive habit of snacking. In this show, you’ll get a great sense of the content of each chapter in the book, starting with a detailed explanation of how to achieve metabolic flexibility—the ability to gracefully burn a variety of fuel sources as needed, with the emphasis on stored body fat as your preferred fuel choice. You’ll understand that our body works most efficiently in a fasted state, with autophagy, immune function, cognitive function and inflammation control all optimized. You’ll also learn why simply ditching the Big Three toxic modern foods (refined sugars, grains and industrial seed oils) will get you most of the way toward your potential. You’ll gain a deep understanding of how to make the best choices in the ancestral food categories, and form an empowering mindset by rejecting self-limiting beliefs and behavior patterns and operating from a stance of gratitude, mindfulness, and self-confidence. The show will also overview how to implement the important lifestyle practices of sleep, rest & recovery, increased general everyday movement, and brief, high intensity workouts. Enjoy this highly informative conversation with Mark and pre-order Two Meals a Day here!TIMESTAMPS:Brad and Mark Sisson bring you up-to-date on the latest information on healthy eating. [01:58]Their new book, Two Meals a Day will give you all that you need to get on that path for better health in a simple message. [06:43]Metabolic flexibility encompasses a lot of different ways of eating. One can get there either with Keto or intermittent fasting. [09:14]The point is really what's the least amount of food I can eat and maintain muscle mass, maintain energy and not get sick? And most importantly not be hungry. [11:32]The biggest problem we have had throughout the last several decades has been taking in excess calories and storing them as fat. [14:40]How can you get comfortable eating only two meals a day? [17:41]People have tended to live and die by the number of calories, counting calories in and calories out. That’s not how it works. [20:31]Get rid of the crap. The big three: sugar, industrial seed oils, and processed grains. Try it for twenty-one days. [26:36]Learn to do this systematically and methodically so that your body learns to adapt. [31:22]We want all the food we eat to taste fantastic. We don’t need to be beholden to what someone says is “healthy” or to worry about hunger. [35:30]Making good choices within the ancestral food categories: meat, fish, fowl, eggs, fruits, nuts, and seeds, does not have to be complicated. [36:51]New information just keeps coming. Don’t be afraid to try something different. [41:18]The enjoyment of the experience in itself contributes to a healthy diet. [44:20]Sometimes you find out that what you have been eating is actually causing much of your physical discomfort like indigestion, arthritis, bloating and such. [48:10]Many people listen to us and read the books and know what to do, but don’t understand why they fall off the rails. What can they do? [50:27] Sleep is the single most overlooked opportunity to reassess health, whether it's mental health, restorative health, or whether it's recuperation from an illness, or whether it's just keeping your sanity about you [01:00:39]Learn how to allocate time for social interactions, not on a device. [01:05:44]Move more…not just exercise. With micro-workouts, you are risking fatigue or breakdown. [01:07:26]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageMark’s Daily AppleTwo Meals a DayThe Fatburn FixThe Circadian CodeBurnThe Primal Blueprint Wheat BellyBiology of BeliefLights Out, Sleep, Sugar and SurvivalJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Min

Part 2 of my five-year health and fitness reflections covers some great exercise breakthroughs that I’ve implemented recently, as well as some lifestyle and mindset strategies that I’m placing great importance on these days. I was talking with my former podcast guest and lifelong super athlete Dave Kobrine - the king of morning routines (listen to this show about his 2.5 hour daily regimen featuring waking with the sun for some easy cardio, a cold plunge and hot sauna, plus long weight training sessions). At the age of 59, Dave has a PhenoAge of 47, and together, we came up with some of our most beneficial highlights and best practices for aging gracefully, so let’s get to it!ExerciseSome great overall trends for me in the past five years have been:Backing off from workouts that are too tough and cause soreness/extended recovery timeDoing micro workouts on more active days. I have seen over time just how much a little here, a little there, every day, really adds up in the long run.Rethinking Jogging and overall minimizing endurance exercise. I don’t know how your brothers or Dietch can keep doing it but it doesn’t seem healthy to run marathons in one’s 50s. Certain genetic profiles may be more adapted. e.g., Non-dunkers…Variable resistance training using an X3 bar and stretch Cordz for less soreness and less joint load. See my Day in the Life video to see how I work with both. Doing my Morning Routine every single day for the past 4 years. Since I have low consistency in life overall, this has made a life-changing difference. I feel fitter and more resilient overall, and when my knee heals, I expect to perform superhuman feats/set records.Cold plunge! As you probably already know, doing a cold plunge is a staple in my morning routine, and if you are interested in setting up your own chest freezer to do cold water therapy at home, check out this video where I explain the steps behind my setup.Fighting the hyper connectivity battle: I love the positives that come with technology, but I also can’t ignore the many downsides, so down time and spending time away from screens is something we all must prioritize by using discipline. What really works for me is, instead of simply relying on willpower all the time, I make an effort to orchestrate opportunities where I have to get away from the computer/phone. It helps so much when you find ways to be disconnected from your phone, like doing exercise, going in the sauna or jacuzzi, napping, or taking a meditation break. SleepSo incredibly dialed in there for years dating back to triathlon days getting 12 hours a night. However, in the back of my mind I have that wimp question - am I accustomed to luxurious sleep habits and sort of addicted like junk food?MindsetIt is so important that we work on formulating a strong and empowering mindset that allows us to best deal with the things we all face daily, like anxiety, uncertainty, setbacks….things that are certainly heightened and exacerbated right now. But I love what Dave Rossi says about the pursuit of happiness: Lasting happiness is more about removing things that make you unhappy, and then you are left with happiness. This is powerful. When faced with fear and anxiety, respond by redirecting your thoughts to your values and your vision. Dr. Ron Sinha also explained on the show that FOMO has actual health consequences, so remember that your mindset literally plays a role in the state of your health.Another interesting manifesting concept is that that which you fixate on has a tendency to play out. Yes, good and bad. Remember what Luke Storey says: “Just doing the act is huge.” When Luke was on the podcast, he emphasized the importance of being grateful now and then going forward from that perspective, because you simply cannot manifest without having gratitude for what you already have. And Dan Millman, author of my favorite book and recent podcast guest says, “Be happy now, without reason, or you never will be.”TIMESTAMPS:The mindset for so long has been a struggle and suffer to become a champion or even just to become fit. We have a tendency to overdo it. [02:28]Rest and recovery are most important. [05:14]Micro workouts make a fantastic contribution to your fitness. [08:21]You get a better workout from short explosive effort than you do from a steady state. [10:02]You get a fine cardio workout even with stop and start activities. [14:11]The X3 bar promotes the concept of variable resistance training. [17:10]A recap of this show talks about backing off from workouts, emphasizing micro workouts, re-thinking cardo, and variable resistance training. [23:04]The cold plunge is still very much recommended for health benefits both physically and psychologically. [23:51]It is very important to fight the battle against hyper-connectivity. Don’t let technology rule our lives. [26:07]Keeping an eye on your mindset is empowering as we struggle with today’s quarantine and other anxiety producing situations. Be clear on what it i

Robb Wolf is on fire! The Paleo movement founding father shows why he is one of true thought leaders of modern times with an assortment of breakthrough insights and aggressive challenges to stuff that ain’t right. It’s refreshing, it’s inspirational and it makes for an absolutely fantastic show.We start with a check-in on Robb and his family’s incredible journey from Northern California to Nevada to Texas and soon off to establish a new home in Montana or thereabouts. Robb also describes his longtime passion of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and how he applies age appropriate modifications to his training regimen. Then Robb challenges the widespread fascination and popularity of intermittent fasting, saying that most data suggesting caloric restriction promotes longevity comes from animal studies where they restrict nutrient-deficient processed food. Of course one will live longer with less junk food! On the flip side, there is research to suggest that eating more species-appropriate food and being more active, especially preserving lean muscle mass, can extend lifespan! There’s an awesome takeaway point for peak performance and longevity: “Lift more weights and eat more protein if you want to perform better and live longer/”Robb is not afraid to call BS when inclined. He describes how disgraced ex-CrossFit founder Greg Glassman delivered inappropriate programming that caused Robb to sustain a severe back injury in 2005. He calls royal bullshit hoax on the hallowed Blue Zones book and lifestyle movement, citing recent research that the Blue Zone population pockets happen to be pockets of poor birth record keeping and high rates of pension fraud. Robb is skeptical about our potential for increasing supercentenarian-ism, saying even today’s healthiest specimens might want to be satisfied with living well to 90 or 100. When Dave Asprey’s often-repeated boast of living to 180 was mentioned, he went on record saying with Dave’s wacky biohacking techniques he’ll be lucky to hit 70. I tend to agree when I heard Dave say a few years back that because he was so busy running a business and being a family man, that he wrote one of his books working for months between the hours of 3am and 7am--of course utilizing his favorite devices, tricks and substances to give him superhuman productivity. If you are new to ancestral health and haven’t heard of this guy, Robb is a former research biochemist and two-time New York Times/Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Paleo Solution and Wired To Eat. He and co-author Diana Rodgers released their book, Sacred Cow, in 2020. which explains why well-raised meat is good for us and good for the planet. Robb has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world via his top-ranked Healthy Rebellion Radio podcast, books and seminars. He’s known for his direct approach and ability to distill and synthesize information to make the complicated stuff easier to understand.We explore the insights in Robb’s book, Wired To Eat, about balancing appetite and Robb discusses his landmark five-year project with Diana Rodgers called Sacred Cow, which became a popular book and documentary film.Get ready for some wild, controversial and surprising insights with this hard hitting and memorable conversation with Robb!TIMESTAMPS:Brad’s guest today pulls no punches in bringing out some real misunderstandings being presented out there in the community. [02:02]With so many people pulling up stakes and moving to other areas, it is important to respect the new location and be a good neighbor. [06:26]Robb is into Brazilian jujitsu which is keeping him in very good shape as he ages. [10:40]How can the aging process be delayed by physical activity? Robb talks about how he’s dealing with a severe back injury. [17:41]Such a big part of coaching is trying to get people to slow down and rest more. [23:52]Maybe we need to learn more about intermittent fasting. [26:31]Overeating accelerates the problems of cancer, diabetes, neurodegenerative disease, etc. [31:15]What is the real truth about Blue Zones? [34:37]If you are using fasting as your weight loss regimen, the food you do eat needs to be the right kind. No matter what, you should be doing strength training. [38:39]Is appetite a regulator of your caloric intake? [47:56]Taking a cold plunge can be a stressor. It can just be 70 degrees. [55:40]Sacred Cow is a book and a film taking on the ethical environmental and health considerations of a meat inclusive food system. [59:28]Why do we need to check our electrolytes? [01:06:57]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping pageRobb WolfThe Paleo Solution bookWired to Eat bookSacred Cow bookSacred Cow movieLMNT electrolyte productHealthy Rebellion membership groupHealthy Rebellion radioKeto Reset DietBrazilian jujitsuLMNTJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to getoveryour

Inspired by a lengthy email exchange with my childhood friend, former podcast guest and ageless wonder athlete, Dave Kobrine (age 59 with a recent biological age result of 47!), I offer a two-part show discussing major health and fitness insights and reflections over the past five years. You’ll enjoy hearing about our best practices, especially Dave’s legendary morning routine, and you’ll hear tips and tricks you can easily implement covering eating, exercise, mindset, and lifestyle topics. In part one, I detail some of the concessions I’ve made to chronological aging, like making sure that both my diet and my workouts are evolving in alignment with my body’s own natural evolution, as well as committing to a routine that focuses on flexibility and mobility for injury prevention, and much more!Overall, looking at my pattern from 2017-2021, I have to say that I feel much much better loosening the purse strings and eating healthy nutritious food and recently focusing on animal food-emphasis. In 2017, as I was working on the Keto for Life book, I went pretty hard core, eating 50g of carbs a day or less, and trying to do sprint workouts and weight workouts. Truthfully, I felt like crap frequently, for 3 days here, 4 days there….Plus, maybe the fact that I was also going through a divorce and my daughter was struggling did not help matters as these personal events were also pretty fatigue-provoking. But reflecting on how I felt back in 2017, I truly feel even better now than I did then, regardless of the fact that I am obviously older. My perspective on a few things, like the intensity of my workout sessions, fasting frequency, and my amount of carb intake, has shifted and evolved. I’ve dialed back on the explosive, intense workouts sessions, as they can be very strenuous and can take too long to recover from. When you add a super-strict keto diet on top of it all, that’s quite a bit of stress on your system, and can lead to a pattern of crashing and burning and feeling generally lousy that I personally experienced. As 5 years have passed from age 51-56, some aging observations are taking hold. The main one is margin of error for injury, soreness or fatigue and extended recovery from overdoing it. Like I said, in your 20s, you overdo it for a few days or miss some sleep or jet lag travel and bounce back quickly - or not as quickly as some people boast. I was able to get trashed in my 20s and took weeks to recover from extreme triathlon training. But, even in my 30s and 40s, I could still bust out to soccer practice or high jump pits and take a few leaps. Check out an older YouTube video, Brad Kearns Barefoot High Jump 5’0, which captures a day when I found some pits while driving by and decided to do a high jump (even though I had forgotten my shoes!). The difference between the ages of 50 and 56 is serious. At 51, I cleared 5’5, which is hard to imagine today. The same with running a 60 second 400m at age 50. Now, I get bouts of panic breathing after doing a 200m or 400m too quickly at practice or at altitude. 3 years ago, I did a couple 6 minute miles, and now, I doubt I could come close. In many ways, I am fitter and have better injury prevention in place thanks to my morning routine. I guess it is true that with age, you lose explosiveness and some adaptability. One good thing though, is that my aging coincides with my reduction of effort in endurance activities, because I think it can be unhealthy for the 50+ crowd. At least, not very often. So maybe the best approach to aging is to reduce your frequency of big efforts and work hard at being more consistent with your basic fitness efforts. I also never did anything resembling a morning routine until after age 50 and now it’s a godsend, keeping me out of both trouble and pain. Maybe I needed it far less in my younger years, but, at the time of recording this, I’m also at the six-month mark of dealing with a minor knee injury that just keeps on lingering. And while I am happy to report it’s finally going away, it’s interesting to look back on being in my 20s and how running into a slight issue with my back or shoulder would take merely a few weeks to go away, the most severe taking six weeks to completely heal. It really just reinforces the importance of maintaining and strengthening your flexibility and mobility (check out my morning routine video for flexibility and mobility here!) to minimize injury risk, and also just elevate the platform from which you perform all workouts. I also touch on an interesting article from Dr. Shawn Baker, who says that having greater androgen receptor density can allow you to actually thrive on lower levels of testosterone. But how do you get greater androgen receptivity? By performing strength-training exercises and fasting. Androgen receptors are also particularly dense in your lower extremities, so doing full-body, functional lower-body exercises, like squats, leg presses, and deadlifts, will help increase androgen receptor

Dr. Paul, carnivore diet leader, author of The Carnivore Code, host of the Fundamental Health podcast, is back for show #3! As regular listeners know, Paul makes an extremely compelling argument for a nutrient-dense, nose-to-tail, animal based diet. Paul’s message has hit me extremely hard and compelled me to reconsider the widely-held belief that colorful plant foods form the foundation of a healthy human diet. I proclaim that I have made a permanent shift in dietary habits and philosophy. I no longer go looking for plants to consume in the name of health (this includes my previous go-to meals of salads and steamed vegetables) and I make a concerted effort to increase my intake of the world’s most nutrient-dense foods: organ meats and organ supplements, oily, cold water fish, grass-fed steak, pastured eggs and so forth (learn more with my Carnivore Scores chart).In our previous two shows, Paul explained the rationale for minimizing or avoiding plants in detail. In this show, we learn more about Paul’s background, including living an adventurous, vagabond lifestyle for six years (thru-hiking the 2,700-mile Pacific Crest Trail in 105 days!) before commencing his extensive medical training (Paul is a board-certified psychiatrist and Functional Medicine doc.) Paul’s book, The Carnivore Code, has been extremely well-received as it delivers comprehensive scientific rationale for the seemingly strange carnivore premise--that plants are not necessary and can quite possibly be harmful. One interesting counter opinion to the argument that plants supply awesome antioxidants is that you can achieve the same effect through environmental stressors such as cold exposure, high intensity workouts, and fasting. Wherever you stand on the carnivore premise (or where experts you listen to stand), it’s virtually undisputed that the body operates most efficiently in a fasted state: internal antioxidant production (particularly the “master antioxidant” glutathione), autophagy (the natural internal cellular detoxification process) and immune function are all optimized when you are in a fasted state. Consequently, the intended benefits of drinking a big green smoothie filled with high antioxidant plant foods (kale, celery, beets, spinach…) is eclipsed by not consuming anything. If you’ve never heard Paul before, this show will give you plenty of great insights and entice you to learn more about a nose-to-tail animal-based diet. I contend that I’m not highly sensitive to natural plant toxins, and have less urgency to eliminate them. But the point we emphasize in the conversation is that we all may benefit from aspiring to ascend from kicking ass at Level 5 to reaching Level 7 or Level 9. We have collectively come to believe that things like gas, bloating, transient abdominal pain and imperfections with elimination are “normal” and expected. Challenging these notions and doing personal experimentation with your diet can be really valuable, as it has been for more. Paul’s on the quest to kick ass of course, and you’ll learn about his recent integration of significant amounts of raw honey in his diet in pursuit of better athletic performance and recovery, electrolyte balance, and to hone insulin sensitivity. You’ll also learn about the lifestyle habits of the Hadza in Tanzania, and the overall emphasis on animal foods seen in hunter-gatherer populations across the globe. Paul is headed to Africa in 2021 to study and live amongst tribal peoples! TIMESTAMPS:The nose to tail carnivore diet is very powerful. Brad is convinced that it is the most nutritious diet on the planet. [01:34]Paul changed his goal of becoming a doctor when he realized how much Western medicine focuses on the symptom instead of looking for the root cause. [05:41]If you are not thriving on a paleo diet or other diets, you may not realize that plant toxins could be affecting you negatively. [09:58]We often don’t know what we are capable of as far as maintaining a healthy body. [12:07]Do we need to accept a decline into decrepitude? [15:43]Paul’s journey to where he is now covers the world of travel and learning. [16:36]While hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, Paul realized that simplicity is all we really need. [22:46] When you are taught that certain things are good for you, your body craves them even though they might not be good for you. [26:30]For a lot of people who have inflamed guts or issues, more fiber and more vegetables make them worse. [39:10]Raw organs are very nutritious however the capsules with desiccated organs are more portable and have more nutrients. [44:34]There is this question of strategic inclusion of carbohydrate into the diet for performance and recovery purposes. [48:32]We’ve elevated vegetables and greens as Gods! [57:22]Dr. Paul Saladino is going to Africa to study the Hadza and other indigenous people. [01:04:58]LINKS:Brad’s shopping pageDr. Paul SaladinoThe Carnivore CodeHeart and Soil Paul Saladino’s 1st showPaul Saladino’s 2nd showLucy Mai

“If you have the emotion of worry, it causes disease in the upper GI - that’s a fact. The emotion of fear affects your adrenals, kidney, and bladder, grief and depression affect the immune system, and the emotion of anxiety affects the heart,” reveals Dr. Josh Axe. The bestselling author and functional health superstar brings energy and enthusiasm to this wide-ranging interview on all matters of healthy living, especially the insights in his new book, Ancient Remedies: Secrets to Healing with Herbs, Essential Oils, CBD, and the Most Powerful Natural Medicine in History. Dr. Axe starts off by describing how his mother’s cancer diagnosis led him down the path of functional medicine. You’ll learn the importance of mindset and diet for healing and wellness, and we’ll also explore the divergent approaches of western and eastern medicine, and how we can better integrate a holistic approach to healthy eating, healing from disease and dysfunction, and experiencing vibrant health.  Dr. Axe discusses the “like supports like” concept, extending beyond the familiar idea of consuming organ meats to nurture the function of the corresponding organ in your body to describe how numerous plant foods resemble organs in appearance (carrot looks like eye; walnut looks like brain) and can provide accordant nutritional benefits.  This fast moving show contains tons of takeaway tips for healing herbs like astragalus (overall immune boosting) and tumeric (not just anti-inflammatory but also helps getting blood moving - nourishing your “Chi” energy in Chinese medicine). Dr. Axe brings a lot of spirituality to his health insights, and you’ll appreciate his emphasis on living in gratitude. One of his final takeaway insights is to perform a “spiritual triathlon” every morning, such as a gratitude exercise.   Here are some of the most important points Josh makes in the show that pertain to his book, Ancient Remedies: Heal your body using food as medicine Mindset is so important for healing Just how many of our common ailments are caused by the foods we eat One topic we spend a good amount of time on is the idea that Like Supports Like. Meaning, consuming foods that look like organs actually supports those organs. Some examples include: Tomatoes look like heart chambers – and guess what? They’re cardio-protective. Studies show that eating tomatoes reduces blood pressure, and protects the heart from damage during a heart attack. Reishi mushrooms resemble kidneys and adrenals – and boost energy and stamina, even in people with conditions like fibromyalgia. Coconuts look like heads – and coconut oil is good for brain health. Carrots resemble eyes – and are good for vision.  Walnuts look like mini brains – and are the best nut for brain health. Studies show that eating walnuts improves cognitive processing speed and memory. Celery stalks look like bones – and protect bone health.  Ginger looks like a stomach – and is an antidote for nausea. And what about like supports like when it comes to organs themselves? And what about the carnivore rationale? Here’s a quick list of the colors and tastes of foods that activate and support specific organs: Green – detoxification Orange – digestion Yellow – immune Blue - hormonal/endocrine Red - heart Sour – liver Sweet – pancreas Bitter – heart Umami – lungs Salty – adrenal Dr. Axe also brings up the importance of eating right for your element. By that, he is referring to how there are 5 elements in both Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda (the Doshas). Think of it like an ancient personalized health plan; similar to enneagram tests, but for diet. The founder of Ancient Nutrition, Dr. Axe is a certified doctor of natural medicine (DNM), doctor of chiropractic (DC) and clinical nutritionist (CNS), who is fueled by a deep passion for helping people get healthy, by empowering them to use nutrition to fuel their health. He is the bestselling author of KETO DIET, Eat Dirt, and COLLAGEN DIET, and his newest release, Ancient Remedies. He also founded the natural health website DrAxe.com, one of the top natural health websites in the world today, that focuses on nutrition, natural remedies, fitness, healthy recipes, home DIY solutions and trending health news. Dr. Axe is also the co-founder of Ancient Nutrition, which provides protein powders, holistic supplements, vitamins, essential oils and more. Check out his recently launched podcast, The Dr. Axe Show which features interviews with top health influencers such as Dr. Oz, The Skinny Confidential, Dr. Perlmutter, Dr. Will Cole & many more! He also loves to share useful health tips on his social media channels, so connect with him on Facebook and Instagram if you're interested!   QUOTES: “I have learned, from spending so much ti

This show is inspired by my interview with EndMyopia.org founder Jake Steiner, published on Nov 3, 2020. I was so inspired by Jake’s message that I ditched my glasses cold turkey after our interview, which took place on August 25, 2020. Five months down the road, I wanted to provide an update and give you some practical tips to start down the road of improving your vision naturally. As Jake explained when he was on the podcast, not only did he cure himself from his own case of extreme myopia, he was able to do so entirely naturally. His recommended three steps for correcting vision are as follows: a little bit of blur, taking baby steps, and quantifying your results.Like I said, I personally went the cold turkey route when I ditched my computer glasses following recording my show with Jake back in August 2020. Going cold turkey was not necessarily the ideal strategy, but it’s actually been a revelation for me. If you want to learn about Jake’s movement and the scientific rationale to second guess the entire premise of lifelong dependency on reading glasses, listen to the episode.Jake offers a compelling premise: “Eyes are just fine” but are being traumatized by focusing on a near object for long periods of time. Computer screens, while not great, are actually better than the small(er) devices, which you look at from a much closer view. And this is happening because you are putting your ciliary muscle into spasm with extended focus on a close screen. Pseudo myopia is also not the same thing as real myopia, which is why it’s important to relax eye muscles by looking at distant objects. Putting on prescription glasses is like a crutch; you are putting the muscle in a constant contraction, so it atrophies.If you are game for a challenge and a path to improved vision, here’s how to play. Luke Storey, host of the Life Stylist podcast, is also going to manifest this shit!1. Strive for a Lil Bit of Blur: In my case, my correction is minimal. I just increase the zoom size on the screen and it looks fine.2. Take baby steps: Don’t make it too tough for yourself! I went cold turkey for a while, but now, I reach for my glasses when: I’m tired, it’s the evening, or there’s poor lighting.3. Quantify: Place an eye chart on the wall and tape on the ground. Or, try out Jake’s awesome app Meow-sure and get a baseline cm or diopter score for your eyesight. Do tests in the exact same lighting conditions to get correct baselines. Then, after testing after a long outdoor hike, test after three hours of looking at a screen, and you can see how you make your eyes WORSE quickly! When it’s real, it’s a real mindblower.4. Take long breaks. Short breaks are okay, but the 1-2 minute recovery is not long enough to get out of spasm. It’s better to go for long work periods if necessary, and then take a 30 minute break focusing on distant objects.Hopefully this show encourages you to strive for a little bit of blur and keep challenging your eyes, however, don’t go overboard because you will risk giving up because it’s too tough (like extreme exercise). I bought a book years ago about improving your vision without glasses that claimed ‘In just 40 minutes a day of eye exercises,’ you can improve your vision. It’s also extremely important to note that too much blur can mess with the brain to the point where it becomes your new normal, and the brain forgets what true clarity is like. And, amazingly, the visual cortex fixes even astigmatism (misshapen lens). With a little bit of blur, you can strive to improve by a 1/4 diopter in 3-4 months. So far, I’m at 4 months. My eyes are at R 0.5 and L 2.5 (yes, I have monovision; the doctor always reminds me, “Brad, people pay me big money to have your eyesight!). I’m looking forward to checking in a year from now, as my right eye should not need a prescription by then. TIMESTAMPS:If you are tired of wearing glasses, listen to these ideas. [01:34]Increase the zoom size on your computer screen or change your prescription. [04:25]Brad describes a good way to test your eyesight at home. [07:38]Most of the time, damage to the eyesight is because of our behaviors rather than a fixed medical diagnosis. [09:31]People don’t realize that if you wear glasses, it affects your posture, how you walk, and how you look, and your social behavior. [11:14]Strive for a bit of blur and take baby steps as you try this experiment. [14:02]LINKS: Brad Kearns.comBrad’s Shopping PageJake Steiner Podcast End Myopia.orgMeow-sureQUOTES:“People don’t realize that if you wear glasses it affects your posture, it affects how you walk, how you look, your social behavior, it’s an extremely integral part of our existence. and bad eyesight has been associated with things like depression, anxiety, and inhibited physical performance.” - Jake Steiner Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to ge

Get ready for a journey into our ancestral past! Today, I’m talking to Chris Kelly about the way we bond and socialize as humans and our genetic expectations for health. In this episode, you’ll finally learn the real truth about how our modern living arrangements (such as the monogamous, nuclear family) has a widespread effect on all areas of our lives.As you may already know, modern life is WEIRD and disconnected from our genetic expectations for health and our ancestral experience. WEIRD is actually an acronym for Westernized, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic. Society, as we know in the WEIRD world, is a wholly modern construct that is a product of religious dogma and heavy handedness dating back to the Middle Ages more so than a sophisticated way to live our best life as humans. But Chris is committed to going deeper and deeper to address these disconnects. As the founder of NourishBalanceThrive.com, a comprehensive health testing and consulting program, he has delved deep into the world of healthy eating, exercise, and stress management to optimize health. In this show, Chris turns his attention to our cultural norms that are actually a disconnect from our deepest biological human drives. Namely the monogamous nuclear family; the white picket fence phenomenon. Chris and his family are performing an experiment in 2020 by cohabiting with another family in the name of CO PARENTING and community child rearing. He’s stopping short of the recently popular trend of open relationships, but we definitely address the matter in the show; both males and females are wired to mate with multiple partners in the name of our deepest and most primitive biological draft of passing our genes onto the next generation. You’ll be fascinated by Chris’s quick mind and endless curiosity, as he shares fascinating stories and research that he has come across through his work. Chris talks about the true cost of loneliness, and reveals a very scary fact: “Being lonely is as dangerous as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.”Chris is truly a deep thinker, and he dispenses many thought-provoking insights and questions throughout this episode, and also provides a comprehensive reading list for you to dig deeper into this fascinating subject! Enjoy listening to the unique and incredibly well-informed perspective Chris has to offer, and check out the Nourish Balance Thrive podcast here!TIMESTAMPS:From diet and exercise, in this podcast, we are looking into the way we bond and socialize. [01:25]Chris talks about how discovering ancestral health stuff changed his life. [04:31]Are we too obsessed with delivering this message about ancestral health? [08:06]We live in a WEIRD (Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic) society that colors our outlook on our world. [09:06]One can be surrounded by people and still be lonely which is detrimental to our health. [15:28]We differ from the great apes in the way we bear and raise our children. It’s important to look at that. [18:25]Aloe parents, according to anthropologists, means somebody other than the parents who contribute to child-rearing. [21:05]Anthropologists have studied the evolution of man. When did we lose our fur? [26:58]We hear that marrying your cousin is not a good idea, although research has shown that marrying your sixth cousin is a good idea! [27:42]The way we live now in a nuclear family is a result of a campaign that was run by the Catholic church in the middle ages. [29:20]Almost no animal in the world is truly monogamous. [33:54]Humans are one of the few primates that will abandon an infant given inadequate social support. [37:05]Our basic biological drives are in conflict with the advancement of culture. [40:47]After the age of 35 or so your reproductive fitness increases, if you stop having your own babies and you start investing in your daughter's kids. [45:24]Chris talks about his experiment with two families living together. [47:12]You can’t deny the biological urges. [56:44]In humans, the primary purpose of sex is not for reproduction. It is for bonding. [59:53]You need to get really clear on what it is that you value. [01:02:52]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageChris KellyNourish Balance ThriveLonelinessTribeMothers and OthersThe Weirdest People in the World.BehaveSex at DawnEthical SlutThe Values Guided Action Worksheet Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormona

Did you know that the health risks associated with loneliness are about the same as the risks associated with obesity? Yes, that’s right, it’s not just your emotional well-being that is affected by your social interactions and intimate relationships — your longevity is also directly and adversely impacted by loneliness. In fact, loneliness can actually change your personality, making you more selfish and less sensitive to others. It’s also strongly associated with an increased risk for dementia, and lonely people actually have a 20% increase in their risk for early death from heart disease, stroke, or cancer. In the final episode of this three-part breather show about the future of health and fitness and the 9 tips you can take to transform your life this year, we will cover the last four items on the list:#6: Prioritizing live social interaction and your intimate circle of family and friends#7: Evolving love relationships to the next level #8: Reprogramming your brainand, finally:#9: Taking baby steps to achieve your goals Here we go!Prioritizing Family and Friends, Your ‘Intimate’ Circle:It’s no secret that a lot of people feel lonely during this pandemic, but maybe one lesson we can learn from that is to be more proactive in making plans and engaging in live social interaction. The truth is, loneliness is a big deal; Keto For Life explains why when discussing longevity attributes: “Two-thirds of Americans have lost 90 percent of their friends over the past decade. Common reasons include moving to a new city, entering an all-consuming romantic relationship, or simply drifting apart. Thirty-three percent of Americans admit to having had a falling-out with a close friend or extended family member such that they are not on speaking terms. Thirty percent more people live alone in the United States than did in 1980, many of them elderly and thus less likely to engage socially outside the home. The disastrous health consequences of loneliness and isolation are widely acknowledged. Social isolation is strongly associated with increased risk of dementia. Lonely people have a 20 percent increased risk of early death by cancer, heart disease, and stroke. These are about the same as obesity risks! Loneliness and isolation can actually change your personality whereby you become more selfish and less sensitive to others. This is a genetically programmed survival mechanism against the very real survival threat that isolation posed in primal times.” John Cacioppo, PhD, director of the University of Chicago’s Center for Cognitive and Social Neuroscience, and author of Loneliness: Human Nature and the Need for Social Connection, describes the phenomenon as follows: “When you feel lonely, you get more defensive. You focus more on self-preservation, even though this is not done intentionally. Completely unbeknownst to you, your brain is focusing more on self-preservation than the preservation of those around you. This, in turn, can make you less pleasant to be around.”Evolving Love Relationships to Next Level: Emotionally Intelligent Relationships:My shows with John Gray and Wendy Walsh are both great resources for information about this topic. The last time John was on the podcast, we discussed his book, Beyond Mars and Venus, and he talked about how one of the challenges of modern times is how evolving cultural dynamics are asking more from romantic relationships than ever before. Another thing John stressed was the importance of nurturing our biological drives so we can optimize our hormones with good relationship practices, and the Essential Male/Female Assignments, which are:Men: Engage in Venus talks and don’t speak when you have a negative emotional charge (be a calm, cool, and collected Kung fu master!). Take cave time to replenish testosterone (by solving problems, tackling challenges, etc). David Deida, author of The Way of Superior Man, advises us to, “lean into a female’s emotional outbursts.”Women: Don’t nitpick, and work to express everything as preference. Remember that men just want to be the hero in the story.Wendy Walsh says there are “no rules” (e.i., swiping a screen to find a new mate). In discussing the challenges of the all consuming modern relationship, Wendy asserts that “too much autonomy means no intimacy. Too much union means fusion, and that’s not healthy either.” Some great takeaways from John Gottman: “Discover your own happiness and bring it to a relationship.” John Gray says to look to yourself to be happy, and a relationship to make you happier. Get that 80% by yourself, and the final 20% is the cherry on top. It’s also key to realize that you can’t change your partner. “Most martial arguments cannot be solved, because they emanate from fundamental differences in lifestyle, personality, or values. Fighting is something that wastes time and harms your marriage. A successful relationship depends on the extent to which the male can accept the influence of the woman he loves and become socializ

“I want you to develop a taste for winning,” says Nick Symmonds, one of a kind athlete, YouTube sensation, and two-time Olympian. Nick has forged his own interesting path from a modest and unlikely athletic beginning to the very pinnacle of international elite sport, and competed for the United States in the 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games, and was the World Championships silver medalist in the 800 meters in 2013, and the second fastest American of all time in 1:42.95. A New York Times feature article described Nick as, “The most outspoken, polarizing, and essential American track and field athlete of the past decade. As a runner, his preferred style was to sit and kick. As an activist for athletes’ marketing rights, as well as an advocate for gay rights and gun control, he operated from the front, a loud, bold provocateur.” One official nicknamed him, “Team USA’s official pain in the butt.”These days, Nick works as an “athlete-preneur,” utilizing his passion for fitness to inspire clients to become “the kind of athlete that has so many tools in your chest that you can win no matter how the race goes. Whether it’s rainy, sunny, or windy, you always find a way to win.” Still, Nick is careful to not focus too much on the “winning” aspect of the outcome and points out that it is possible to be “too dedicated.” Instead, he emphasizes the importance of keeping your approach to training light-hearted enough that you still enjoy yourself. “For me, it’s less about the competition, and more about just having fun with fitness: staying fit and inspiring others to have fun with their own fitness.” Nick has also built up an impressive resume in a very short time, in the mountains specifically, and he is currently working on collecting all 50 state high-points! He’s also publicly expressed his desire to climb the 7 Summits, the tallest mountain on each continent. And when he isn’t running or climbing, he can be found working on the business that he co-founded in 2014, Run Gum. Nick’s goal with formulating Run Gum was to have an energy product that you can easily keep in your back pocket for whenever you need it most. He serves as CEO for this fast growing energy company, and in this episode, you’ll learn all about what inspired him to start Run Gum, the clean ingredients it’s made of, and why it’s not just for athletes, but really, for anyone and everyone in need of an easy energy boost. Be sure to check out his awesome YouTube videos here, and enjoy this conversation about the importance of having a balanced perspective in your approach to fitness.TIMESTAMPS:Brad introduces his guest who is a great Olympic runner and promoter of track and field sport. [01:25]For Nick a daily workout is kind of the glue that holds everything else together. [04:33]One commonality that all the good coaches have is patience. [07:15] A coach really sets the culture on a team. [11:54]Because Nick developed his running in a small community, he built up the confidence of how good he was. This would probably not have happened had he run in stricter competition. [15:06]His coach told him to develop a taste for winning. [17:17]Confidence cannot be understated or undervalued. [19:41]Sometimes you just stop thinking about time and just focus on racing and the time will come. [22:14]After breaking his PR in the race, he was depressed. [25:59]Now with racing behind him, Nick is known as the YouTube guy. [28:32]All three medalists from the 2012 men’s 800 were injured in the 2013 season. [30:56]The New York Times article quotes that Nick was the USA’s official pain in the butt. Why? He knew where all the money in the sport was going. [31:05]Why does he think the athletes have not been able to band together as a force and try to advocate for fairness and for better compensation? [33:00]Maybe a benefit from the COVID is that the whole Olympic movement has been disrupted. [37:22]How did the Run Gum thing get started? [39:18]You really have to understand the money part of your business model to have it succeed. [42:39]Know what you are good at and know what you are not good at. [46:36]What words of wisdom does Nick have for the young athletes? Have fun but focus on where you want to go in life. [53:53]What is in the future for Nick? His YouTube videos are growing in popularity. [57:55]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping pageNick races Strangers on Venice Beach for 100 bucksNick Symmonds YouTubeNick SymmondsNick undergoes a 30 Day Body TransformationSymmonds wins 6th title US ChampionshipRun GumEliud KipchogeNY Times feature story about Nick’s athlete advocacy2007 Pre Classic incredible come from behind victory in 800 meters that landed Nick on the world stage of runningQUOTES: “Become the kind of athlete that has so many tools in your chest that you can win no matter how the race goes. Whether it’s rainy, sunny, or windy, you always find a way to win.” Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe

It’s time for part 2 of this series covering the essential steps you can take to transform all areas of your life in 2021. This episode will pick up where we left off and continue to look into the future of health and fitness, with a focus on workplace and career dynamics, exercising discipline with technology use, and prioritizing your relationships with family and friends. Here are some of the most important takeaways from this show:Evolved Workplace / Career Dynamics:Now more than ever, more and more people are becoming home based workers, have a hybrid of a home-office, or other collaborative workspaces. This may emanate from quarantine but also makes so much sense on basically every practical level. Who wants to waste time sitting in rush hour when you could be actually getting stuff done? One byproduct of the evolved workplace may also be economic repercussions. I think we’ll see a decline in popularity for urban living in favor of focusing on a different quality of life. I’m also noticing, thanks to the Internet, that we have a rapid escalation of progressive culture all over the place, which seems to be spreading from the urban centers in all directions. And with it, an escalation of propgressive values in satellite areas. See this already in Sacramento, Bend, OR, Nashville, St. Louis — I even did a primal talk and potluck dinner (might well have been in Santa Monica!)Technology: Discipline, Restraint, Selectivity, and Pro-Activity:It is incredibly important to apply discipline, restraint, and selectivity to your use of digital technology. It is also time to wake up to the reality that we are getting brainwashed! We’ve seen how targeted content creates divisiveness and confirmation bias. Tristan Harris, co-founder Center for Humane Tech and ex-Google design ethicist explains that the algorithms want to draw you in, and cause you to use technology for a longer time. Yes, very, very smart people have created a stylized experience for you, instead of you being in the driver’s seat. I also did a whole breather show about managing Technology Addiction, which you can listen to here.“I’m an expert on how technology hijacks our psychological vulnerabilities,” says Harris, who also was a magician as a kid. He explains that magicians start by looking for blind spots, edges, vulnerabilities and limits of people’s perception, so they can influence what people do without them even realizing it. And this is exactly what product designers do to your mind. They play your psychological vulnerabilities (consciously and unconsciously) against you in the race to grab your attention. He presents a gnarly top 10 list I also detailed in a breather show. Briefly, they are:Illusion of free choice (control menu)Intermittent variable rewards (like how slot machines trigger dopamine; they provide a reliable dopamine hit)Creating FOMO (which is actually correlated with metabolic disease)Emphasizing social approval (fundamental human drive “Like”)Social reciprocity (tit for tat)Infinite programming (that insidious need to ‘play the next episode’) Instant interruption: “Maximizing interruptions in the name of business creates a tragedy of the commons, ruining global attention spans and causing billions of unnecessary interruptions each day.”Bundling your reasons with their reasons (the casino registration counter is through the casino floor; if you go to add a friend on Facebook, you’ll get 100 suggestions).Inconvenient choices. If you try to “Cancel” your New York Times subscription, you get a succession of “Are you sure?” Forecasting errors for time spent: “True cost of a click” in time. Medium.com includes the read time (‘7 minute read’) at the top of every article. The ultimate freedom is a free mind, and we need technology that is on our team to help us live, feel, think, and act freely.So what do you do? First, start with building in other rituals and habits that keep you in balance. Check out my morning routine video for ideas, and be sure to spend 35 minutes, minimum, away from your phone. All manner of workouts are a great habit to pick up, as well as hot and cold therapy, massage appointments, meditation sessions, and fun hobbies like drawing, building legos, or even clay sculpture….all you have to do is figure out which activities you find to be the most engaging and fun, and make it a part of your routine. Thanks for listening, and stay tuned for part 3!TIMESTAMPS:Brad reminds us of what points he made in the first show regarding personalizing your diet and micro workouts, and maintaining a kinder, gentler, approach to fitness. [01:28]Take a new look at how to deal with the evolution of the modern workplace. [02:37]What is going to be the big change in the economy as a result of the pandemic? [06:58] When relocating, people need to pay attention to how they integrate into the new area. [11:49]Develop discipline around your use of technology. [13:23]Listed are ten ways the social media producers and internet giants gra

What an incredible honor to welcome the author of perhaps my favorite book of all time, Way Of The Peaceful Warrior. This book, originally published in 1988, became an international bestseller in 29 languages, a feature motion picture starring Nic Nolte, and launched a long career for Dan as one of the leading new-age authors of the modern era. The subtitle of the book says, “A book that changes lives,” and this has been true to a phenomenal extent in both my own life and for many friends who have read the book and embraced the Way. Dan Millman does a great job blending new age and metaphysical insights into lively storytelling and anecdotes from his own life. Way of the Peaceful Warrior is described as an autobiographical novel, with the setting being Dan’s life as a UC Berkeley college student in the late 1960s ― an ordinary guy striving to excel in athletics and starting to question the foundation of his beliefs and existence. The book has captivated millions across the globe for the past four decades, as Dan offers his message of how to see the world a different way with cleverness and humor woven in at all times. As you will learn from the books and during our conversation, Dan is full of thoughtful quotes and anecdotes that will help you live a life of mindfulness, compassion, kindness, and acceptance. It’s hard to encapsulate what the Way of the Peaceful Warrior is all about in a couple paragraphs, but hopefully our show will draw you in and you will be compelled to read or listen to a book that may just stay with you for the next several decades. As I mentioned to Dan at the outset of the show, it seems like today more than ever we deserve to embrace options different from the often unhealthy forces of hyperconnectivity, social media comparison, FOMO, divisiveness and consumerism. Lest you try to pigeonhole Dan as a woo woo new age guy promoting all day meditation in the forest, reflect on some of his favorite, real-world applicable quotes: “Don’t get too caught up in thoughts and being mindful. Remember that actions define our lives — just do it!” As Dan explains in the show, it’s impossible to control our thoughts or force non-stop happiness. If you can instead take action with behaviors that make you happy (even if you have to “fake it till you make it” at times) this is the real key to happiness. Alas, we have to release our attachment to the outcome and focus on the appreciation of the journey. “Trust the process of life unfolding. Don’t second guess anything, even misfortune. And finally, just when you think you might be turning into a bonafide spiritual guru, remember to, ‘Take yourself lightly, with a dash of humor and another of compassion.’”A former elite collegiate gymnast at UC Berkeley and world champion in trampoline, Dan was a martial arts teacher and college professor for many years. Currently living in Brooklyn, NY, with his wife Joy, Dan has also written 16 other books inspired by his first, enjoyed by millions of people in 29 languages. He teaches worldwide and has influenced people from all walks of life, and his most recent work includes The Hidden School, completing the ‘peaceful warrior saga,’ as well as an audio program, “The Complete Peaceful Warrior’s Way,” available through Audible.com.TIMESTAMPS:Taking action is the path to happiness. (Introducing Dan Millman) [01:50]Three helpful things are to accept our feelings and thoughts, focus on purpose, and then do what needs to be done. [06:04]Can physical talent be developed? [06:57]We are all peaceful warriors because we are all striving to live with a peaceful heart. [10:51]We are all on a journey. We are just at different places on the path. [15:58]What is happiness? [19:22]Strive for excellence rather than success. We can’t control the outcome, but we can control the effort. [21:06]Everything is difficult or even impossible until it becomes easy. [23:41]Anything we practice over time we are going to eventually do with more skill if we do it consciously without intention. [30:02]Humility is overdone. We are who we are. We have our achievements and we have our failings. [35:38]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping Pagepeacefulwarrior.comThe Way of the Peaceful WarriorNo Ordinary MomentsJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendCAR.O.L bike: Cardiovascular opt

Happy new year and welcome to the newly renamed, B.rad podcast! For the first show of 2021, I’ll be sharing predictions of what’s hot, what’s coming on strong, and how we can sort through all the tips, tricks, confusion, and controversy to take advantage of the absolute most important, most helpful advice for healthy eating, exercise, lifestyle, stress management, relationships, happiness — basically everything! The presentation covers 9 hot topics that I contend are an excellent place to invest time and energy to transform your life. Here is a quick overview of the topics that will be covered over three awesome shows: Personalized dietary patternsMicroworkoutsA kinder, gentler approach to fitnessEvolved workplace and career dynamicsUsing discipline, restraint, and selectivity with technologyPrioritizing live social interaction and your intimate circle of family and friendsEvolving love relationships to the next level Reprogramming your brainTaking baby steps to achieve your goals In Part 1, we will cover the first three items: personalized approach to diet, the fitness breakthrough of the century that is micro-workouts, and rejecting no pain, no gain ethos of the fitness industry for a kinder, gentler approach. When it comes to personalizing your approach to healthy eating, it’s important to remember that it’s not so much about science and biohacking, but rather, intuition, testing, and refining. And when it comes to CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitoring), it’s extremely helpful to examine the impact that lifestyle behaviors have on blood sugar (not just your food choices). Who knows, this could be the catalyst for a majorly effective behavior change, such as walking after meals! Next, it’s time to clean up your diet: get rids of all processed foods, industrial seed oils, sugar, and processed grain products. Then, it’s time to introduce fasting, because when your body is in a fasted state, it is universally (and scientifically) agreed to be the most efficient functioning of your body. Robb Wolf said, “If you want to live longer, lift more weights and eat more protein.” Protein has an especially significant thermic effect: an estimated 25 percent of protein calories are allocated to their digestion. Metabolic flexibility also significantly increases the thermic effect of food. Researchers have observed two to three times the rate of diet‑induced thermogenesis in lean people than in obese people.I think it makes things really simple to realize that skipping a meal, passing on your super antioxidant juice bomb in the morning, giving your digestive system a break and never working out more than 12 hours, pushing the limits once in a while (if you’re metabolically flexible, for an extended fast), and anything related to fasting is going to contribute to health. We talk in detail in Two Meals a Day that you have to be ready for it, otherwise the fast will be too stressful. So, progress gradually, at an intuitive pace, and just wait to eat until you’re hungry, rather than obsessively stuffing your face according to the 24 hour clock of the day.Another important step in personalizing your diet is learning how to optimize carb intake. We can all agree that processed carbs don’t have a place in a healthy diet, but there are still many nutrient-dense carb sources to enjoy. Especially if you are female, dropping carbs and excess body fat can be at conflict with your primary biological drive, which is reproduction. This explains why women’s bodies hold onto more stored body fat than men’s bodies do, and it’s important to remember that eliminating too many carbs can lead to hormonal issues, like thyroid and adrenal problems. Also, if you’re an athlete, carbs are great for fueling both performance and recovery. My take is that I’ve found it’s best to aim for a targeted increased carb intake around high intensity or long duration workouts (meaning, after performing these workouts).Now, onto micro workouts, otherwise known as the fitness breakthrough of the century. They contribute to your daily movement quota (increased fat burning, O2 and blood circulation and cognitive performance) and elevate the platform from which to launch all formal workouts. It also offers a huge cumulative fitness benefit, and also leads to reduced risk of breakdown, burnout, illness, and injury, compared to full length workouts and workout protocols. If you want to see me demonstrate some of my favorite movements to do throughout the day, check out my Day in the Life video!It is truly now the time for a kinder, gentler approach to fitness. It’s about ending “struggle and suffer,” once and for all! The truth is, the fitness industry is a joke, based on flawed assumptions presented in the interest of making money instead of getting you healthy. Endurance, group, gyms are based on twisted business models of attrition / fresh blood and “sell a bunch of memberships and hope people don’t show up!”Plus, we know now that cardio is a waste of time. Check ou

On this momentous day, I hereby re-christen this show as the B.Rad podcast! Why change the name after nearly 250 awesome shows? Why not, when my name is a double entendre and wonderfully in alignment with my main message of maintaining passion and competitive intensity throughout life! Besides, we’ve probably all gotten over ourselves by now, thanks to many life changing shows about healthy eating habits, how to live an active, fit lifestyle, pursue evolved relationship goals, minimize the damage caused by constant distraction and hyper connectivity, live a lifestyle that’s congruent with your stated goals, and of course try to not take yourself too seriously along the way. Seriously, I feel incredibly lucky to have the opportunity to engage 1:1 with thought leaders of the world and I’ve made an effort to maximize these gifts by taking the insights to heart, making a devoted effort to apply them to everyday life, and of course share everything with you. Seven years down the road hosting Primal Blueprint and Primal Endurance podcast and 2.5 years into this podcast I figure it’s time for an updated mission statement and communication of my vision. In this show, I’ll discuss striking a delicate balance between the often cited recommendation to be honest, authentic, and vulnerable against the reality that any public interaction is not really “authentic” in the true sense of the word, but rather a deliberate effort to deliver a specific message. Some of this discussion flows from the surprising insights I experienced in the show where Dave Rossi interviewed me, and I became a bit rattled when Dave asked, “So, what do the listeners still not know about Brad Kearns?” You’ll hear me discuss the topic in detail, but a sneak preview is that I resolve to be a little less conciliatory and a little more bold and direct when I have a difference of opinion or when something smells like BS to me, especially popular notions about healthy eating and exercise. I recorded this show on the heels of two amazing and inspiring interviews with Dr. Paul Saladino and Robb Wolf. These guys are bold, confident, well informed and extremely direct and aggressive in calling out flawed and dated conventional stupidity. Whether or not you agree with them, it’s something to respect and appreciate, and it helps advance the quest for the truth and continued personal growth. Well, I greatly appreciate your support of the podcast; I’ll hope you’ll dig the new name, and look forward to continuing our journey together. Share the show with a friend or loved one! My awesome podcast app called “Overcast” allows you to grab a sound bite at any time while listening to a show and then text the file over to a friend with a few button pushes. We value your feedback and read and evaluate all communication. Please email [email protected] with your thoughts, suggestions and questions for a Q&A show. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready for another fast-moving, hard-hitting show with Dr. Wendy Walsh! Dr. Wendy is back for a third appearance to break down all the reasons why healing attachment wounds is integral to a healthy and successful relationship, and as always, brings her fresh and spicy perspective to the table as we discuss all things related to dating and relationships.In this episode, we confront the possibility that you (and all of us) are replaying a story of relationship dysfunction, get to the bottom of where this repetitive dysfunction is stemming from, and learn a practical, step-by-step approach for healing the root of these issues.Some key takeaways from this conversation with Dr. Wendy:Relationships are less about luck than they are about skill: “It’s not about finding the right mate, it’s becoming the right mate.”A solid couple that lasts a long time is based on three things: 1.) Sociology (what the dating apps look for; what somebody looks like on paper)2.) Biology (whether your pheromones are a good match)3.) Psychology (mainly relating to early life attachments)The most vulnerable period of a person’s life are ages 0-3. This is because you are preverbal, so you can’t process events, especially painful events, like a story. This is why this time is so critical for development. You can absolutely change your attachment style in life, and a huge part of that is choosing a partner that does not feel familiar. A relationship is an “exchange of care.”“Our unconscious processes in our early life experiences shape our personality and dominate our behavior through the lifespan.” “Someone who has a secure attachment style can give and receive care equally.”Dr. Wendy has a favorite metaphor for personal growth: “You’re walking down the street, you don’t see a hole, and you fall in that hole. That’s the level that most people are operating at. But when you decide, I’m going to make a change and I’m going to grow and understand. So then, Stage Two is, you’re walking down the street, and now, you see the hole! And you fall in it. Stage Three is when you walk down the street, you see that hole, and you very carefully use your mind to step around that hole. And Stage Four? You take a different street. And that’s how attachment injuries and so many other physiological injuries get healed.”Catch up with Dr. Wendy’s podcast, Mating Matters, here, and if you missed her first two appearances on the podcast, click here for the first show, Evolutionary Psychology Applied To Modern Love, and here for the second show on Successful Long-Term Relationships, Gratitude, Positive Attitudes, Healthy Parenting, The Future of Humanity, and Matters of Mating.TIMESTAMPS:Brad introduces Dr. Wendy who talks about how the injuries from early childhood influence your choice of partners. [01:35]Four relationship attributes are physical attraction, emotional regulation, empathy, and impulse control. [04:38]Why don’t dating apps include negatives along with the positives? [06:04] What is the chemical process of attraction? [07:31]If your own psychological attachment styles are not a good match, you're going to have problems. [09:38]Women place far less emphasis on looks because they’re more tuned to go for intelligence, which is often showcased through humor. [10:27]What is attachment theory? We form kind of a blueprint for love based on the kind of attachment we had with our primary caregivers. [12:34]What works is: See it. Realize it. Understand it and process it from your emotional brain. [16:13]The one common denominator in a relationship and is you! [21:35]We subconsciously seek a person representing our loving experience from childhood. [22:12]Some people say therapy is reparenting. [24:02]Your parent-child relationships can be a do-over for you, the parent. [26:34]What is the difference between somebody with a secure attachment and somebody who’s avoidant and just physically there? [27:43]In long-term relationships, couples therapy is important because everyone is constantly growing and changing and you need to learn to accommodate. [32:35]In an emotionally fused relationship, it is not about time spent, it’s about mental energy space. [37:12]When questioning, if this is too much work, the best thing to do is to go to personal therapy and learn your part of the interaction. [38:21]You could have unrealistic expectations about being a perfect person or an expectation of what love is. [39:50]Kids are little sponges. They know what’s going on. [41:35]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageWendy WalshMating MattersWendy Walsh Podcast with BradHarry Harlow Monkey StudyVenn DiagramQUOTES:“At the end of the day, we are wired to bond….there are so many mental and physical health benefits of being able to show yourself to somebody in an intimate way.”“Relationships are a Venn diagram: they’re two circles overlapping. And if the circles are too close, you get a fused relationship, where nobody can remember whose problem is whose. But if they are too autonomous

Enjoy insights on a variety of topics during this breather show, including: the best time to supplement with MOFO and detox reaction considerations; second guessing the concept of caloric efficiency to introduce the concept of moving more frequently, eating more nutritious calories, and coming out healthier; and the correct way to implement the Tabata workout protocol (hint: it only takes four minutes!). I also touch on the issue of struggling with energy during prolonged workouts after switching to a low-carb carnivore eating pattern, and talk about the importance of acknowledging (and healing) from the mental scars caused by overtraining/burnout, so you don’t elicit a fear reaction when it comes to challenging your body with difficult workouts. An important takeaway from this show is that we all have the same ability to utilize our intuition to determine what the right workout is on any given day, and to not let things like peer pressure and the plethora of misinformation one can find on the internet get in the way of listening to that inner voice. I wrap up by sharing some life-changing advice from Mark Manson, who says that the path to happiness is through using self discipline to make choices that make you happy, and that you should view your life more simply, as a series of decisions and actions, and work to maintain an identity that is “defined by as little as possible.” That’s all for today! Thanks for listening, and please send me an email if you have any questions you’d like answered in a future Q&A show!TIMESTAMPS:Mac McGruder says after taking MOFO, he has experienced an increase in energy and focus but has noticed a change in his sleep. [01:48]Daniel brings up a question about minimizing calories. Do we need to slow metabolism for a longer life? [07:23]Chuck Sims is concerned about the carnivore diet and his energy level being low when he participates in endurance sports. [12:52]A listener named Brad is asking about HRT versus HIT. The Tabata idea has been abused. Look for periods of luxurious rest intervals. [16:26]Mark Sisson still recommends combining micro workouts with longer, more structured strength training sessions as part of a complete toolkit. Given that, how would you recommend distributing these with other workouts in a given week? [20:38]Tom Verdich from down under was quite ill after massively over-training. He heard about the book Biology of Belief and changed his beliefs about exercise. [22:33]All of us at all levels of performance, have this wonderful intuitive ability to determine the right workout to do on a particular day, month, or year. We just ignore that voice so frequently due to peer pressure and misinformation from the internet. [26:19]Tom asks for Brad’s tips on getting over yourself. See your life as simply a series of decisions and actions. [27:34]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageAncestral SupplementsBecoming a Modern Day MOFOKeto for LifeDr. Craig MarkerBen GreenfieldTabataThe Biology of BeliefPrimal EnduranceThe Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ckEverything is F*ckedDay in the LifeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What an amazing journey Eric has been on, tackling incredible challenges with minimal preparation or specific skill sets, but armed with an incredible mindset of positivity and resilience. Let’s go backstage into the world of the legendary Navy SEAL BUDS training program that has the huge dropout rate and the unimaginable “Hell Week” designed to break even the strongest of physical specimens. Eric is an understated guy and makes things sound like no big deal. He describes how he “burned the boat” when he landed in Coronado, CA for BUDS training - he was certain he was going to finish no matter what. Eric went on to a long and storied 12-year career with the SEALS, featuring climbing the highest peak in North and South America with no mountaineering background, climbing El Capitan with just a few days of climbing experience, and jumping out of the airplane on the third flight he ever took in his life! Listen as Eric describes how the Navy has invested millions of dollars in discovering the “winning formula” for a candidate to succeed at the highest and most demanding level of service, but has come up empty to date. I think we can discern the secret from how Eric concludes certain comments in the interview. He offers a low-key, matter-of-fact attitude that certain tasks and goals will be achieved no matter what if you believe it to be so. While on active duty, Eric served at various SEAL Teams. He deployed numerous times to hot spots around the world, in support of the Global War on Terror. He received various medals and commendations in the process. As a SEAL, Eric was trained in the use of various firearms, demolition, explosives, radio and computer communications, combat diving, parachute operations, combat casualty care (first aid), survival in various environments, climbing, hand-to-hand combat and tactical driving. He was also a sniper. While on active duty, Eric also climbed El Capitan, in Yosemite National Park, CA. 2007 Honnold there. He also completed 2 of the 7 summits, Denali and Aconcagua both without the use of supplemental oxygen. Wow! He also co-founded a number of different businesses, most notably the BluCore Shooting Center, an indoor shooting range, gun store and firearms training facility. He is currently the CEO of StrongFirst – a premium strength and fitness education company with a global presence of more than 2,000 instructors. He is also currently involved with a program called Heart Led Leadership, which offers a yearlong intensive behavioral change program for senior leaders.Combining the skills acquired from nearly 12 years of active duty as a Navy SEAL, an entrepreneur and CEO, and a passion for heart led leadership, Eric truly has learned how to manage fear, while delivering consistent excellence. He will have you on the edge of your seat as he shares real-life stories of overcoming impossible odds and team success, and his spellbinding style will keep you engaged as he ties his experiences as a SEAL to experiences in the business world. The Q&A session is also always a highlight. If you want to connect with Eric, check out his Instagram here!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(Breather) Enjoy some really thoughtful questions from listeners on an incredible variety of topics relating to healthy eating, exercise, and lifestyle. In this breather show, you’ll hear a little bit of my amateur attempt at an Irish accent (by request!) before I dive into some great questions from listeners. I touch on the importance of being strategic when it comes to whom you try to help/convince with lifestyle changes (wait till they are “ready to receive,” says Mia Moore) and the benefits of being reasonable, open-minded, and avoiding the all too common polarization that’s so common today in so many areas of society, including health advice. I also offer a sneak preview of my new triathlon training book called How To Improve Your *Triathlon Time: A Healthy, Balanced Approach to an Obsessive Sport, and share my thoughts on the best ways to experiment with strict carnivore if you are already a high calorie burning endurance athlete. I also talk about the powerful effects of nose breathing and why you should be doing it throughout the day, as well as the importance of taking some deep, diaphragmatic breaths to engage your lower abdomen.That’s all for today, and thanks to everyone who sent in questions! If you’d like to submit a question to be answered in an upcoming show, shoot me an email!TIMESTAMPS:Breath through your nose. [01:29]Maciej says keto lifestyle is not for everyone. We often perceive ourselves to be more open-minded than we really are. [04:08]Mick from Ireland asks about adding pigs’ ears when making bone broth at home. A true bone broth will be gelatinous when refrigerated. [06:36]John Bennett describes the progress is 15-year-old son has made since he, as a weight lifter, has changed his diet and training regimen. [11:22]A note from Patrick Hall mentions Brad’s old book about improving triathlon. Brad is republishing it and it will be on Amazon soon. “How to Improve Your Triathlon Time” [13:46]Dennis in Seattle asks: Do you have a rough template for the season after the two-month aerobic base building period? Make sure you’re ready and start slowly. [14:36]When you decide to go into an extreme restrictive diet like the carnivore diet, you could have a bit of a problem if you are a typical endurance athlete in training. [16:47]Steven Raider is questioning the idea that if you go carnivore it means fruits and vegetables are bad. [21:21]If you are going to try a carnivore diet, be sure to eat the most nutritious and best products. [28:19]All the antioxidant benefits we hear about in the superfoods can be surpassed by fasting. [33:27] LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageGordo Byrn PodcastEverything is F*ckedDeep NutritionThe Fatburn FixNourish, Balance, Thrive.comForm is Everything Brad Kearns’ Morning RoutineMeats RX.comBourdeaux KitchenAncestral Supplements.com Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendCAR.O.L bike: Cardiovascular optimized logic stationary bike for a highly effective eight-minute workoutMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementPerfect Keto: The cleanest, purest, most potent ketone supplements and snacksLetsGetChecked: At-home medical testing with great prices, quick results, and no hasslesVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send you a free jar of Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece as a thank you! Email to alert us! Choose to donate now, later, or never. Either way, we thank you for choosing from the first two options! :] Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Enjoy this interesting interview from popular health coach and Instagram sensation, the Freckled Foodie, aka Cameron Rogers!After working on Wall Street in Sales & Trading for 5 years, Cameron had a life-altering moment, and decided it was time to wave goodbye to the corporate world and pursue the Freckled Foodie full-time. Since then, she’s grown her community, worked with notable companies on creating content, helped dozens of individuals achieve a more healthy and balanced lifestyle through her health coaching practice, and developed her personality as a podcast host on Freckled Foodie & Friends. By doing all of this, she was fortunate enough to be named one of the five entrepreneurs changing New York’s wellness scene by Forbes.In this show, Cameron goes beyond the success story of quitting Wall Street for a career in health to talk about her longtime struggle with anxiety and the coping strategies she has used successfully, and recommends to her clients. A great sound bite is that we must accept anxiety as inevitable, but figure out a way to make anxiety spur action and accomplishment. Cameron also relates an evolved approach to dietary transformation, where she encourages her clients to stay away from the stress of orthorexia by allowing occasional or regular sensible indulgences. Enjoy this interesting and wide-ranging show with Cameron and check out her podcast here!TIMESTAMPS:Cameron Rogers is not only describing her life transition of moving into the world after college, she talks about her dietary strategy that she uses in her coaching others. [01:22]The more Cameron got into cooking, the more she became focused on how her body was impacted by what she ate and drank. [04:32]When seeing a physician about her severe abdominal issues, she learned she had mercury poisoning as a result of some dental work! [06:14]Focusing too much on the food journey led her to realizing her lifelong anxiety struggle was attached to eating. [09:37]How does one manage anxiety? Alcohol is not the solution. [16:50]What recommendations does she give to her clients? She deals with each individually. Once you restrict something, you usually crave it more. [20:08]When she’s working with clients, looking at diet is important, but talking about how one feels when eating, while eating, and after eating are important. Are you actually paying attention to the food you eat? [24:09]Her approach is a bit different from traditional therapy. Cameron calls herself an accountability coach. [26:24]Cameron tells of her journey from her job, to Instagram, to her business model. [31:47]How does she help someone who struggles with the assignments they are given? [39:49]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageCameron’s Instagram with 47k followers Cameron’s Tik Tok with 70K followersCameron’s YouTube with 1.7k subscribers Freckled FoodieLow FODMAP dietFreckled Foodie on InstagramFreckled Foodie PodcastJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendCAR.O.L bike: Cardiovascular optimized logic stationary bike for a highly effective eight-minute workoutMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementPerfect Keto: The cleanest, purest, most potent ketone supplements and snacksLetsGetChecked: At-home medical testing with great prices, quick results, and no hasslesVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send you a free jar of Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece as a thank you! Email to alert us! Choose to donate now, later, or never. Either way, we thank you for choosing from the first two options! :]Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omn

(Breather) This is a great show to share with a friend or loved one to get going on a healthier path without getting too deep into the weeds on the various health topics that are covered in detail in many other episodes. You learn the most important immediate changes you can make to increase energy, improve fat burning, and minimize disease risk factors and why they are so important. In this show I give you some basic assignments in four different areas--here is a sneak preview of everything covered on the show: Diet: Ditch the “Big Three” as your #1 health and disease prevention objective: Refined sugars, grains, and industrial seed oils. Establish a zero-tolerance policy with extreme devotion for at least 21 days to give your body a chance to escape carb dependency and get good at burning stored body fat. Exercise/Movement: Increase all forms of general everyday movement (walking, Morning Movement Routine, yoga/pilates/tai chi, foam rolling, movement breaks from work desk); conduct formal cardiovascular workouts at MAF heart rate or below; perform regular brief, intense strength training sessions with the body under resistance load (body weight, free weights, cords/straps); perform occasional all-out sprints--short duration, long recovery interval, consistent high quality.Sleep/Recovery: Minimize artificial light and digital stimulation after dark, power down from technology with extreme discipline, schedule in solo, reflective timeStress Management: Discover stress-reducing behaviors/activities and prioritize them in daily life: Breathing/meditation, temperature therapy, gratitude practice, cultivating positive attitude/mindset. Enjoy this focused message and perhaps listen to the show every few months to keep focused and motivated to cover the basics of healthy living every day!TIMESTAMPS:Let's start simple with eliminating the toxic modern foods that are directly resulting in excess body fat and accelerated disease risk factors. [01:17]Within the list of meat, fish, fowl, eggs, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds, you have a variety of choices to select from for the healthiest of meals. [03:09]Refined industrial seed oils confuse your body. [05:20]A 21-day commitment to eating only a nutrient-dense diet will teach your body not to depend on the carbs. Reach for a nutritious snack, rather than sugary snacks. [06:05]Move more in everyday life. A heart rate of 180 beats per minute minus your age should be your goal when exercising. [08:38]We also have an obligation to put ourselves under the resistance load and perform brief explosive movements in order to maintain muscle mass. [13:17]Sprinting is one of the best efforts to enhance your fitness. [15:11]Sleep, rest, and rejuvenation are so important in today’s digital world. [18:47]When you awaken at or near sunrise, make a point to expose your eyeballs to direct sunlight. [24:27]Stress management is something we all have to figure out. Take six deep breaths. [25:43]LINKS:Brad’s shopping PageDeep Nutrition The Fatburn Fix Two Meals a DayBrad’s video on sprintingBrad’s morning routineBrad’s Cold TherapyJohn Assaraf Podcast Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendCAR.O.L bike: Cardiovascular optimized logic stationary bike for a highly effective eight-minute workoutMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementPerfect Keto: The cleanest, purest, most potent ketone supplements and snacksLetsGetChecked: At-home medical testing with great prices, quick results, and no hasslesVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send you a free jar of Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece as a thank you! Email to alert us! Choose to donate now, later, or never. Either way, we thank you for choosing from

William Shewfelt returns to the show for a historic fourth time to discuss the hot topic of losing excess body fat quickly and efficiently. William has locked into a highly effective strategy that is working for his clients at 21daycarnivoreshred.com. It revolves around prioritizing protein intake (since of course that is the body’s most critical dietary objective) by consuming foods that have a favorable protein-to-energy ratio. Protein also happens to be highly satiating, so you are enjoying delicious meals without deprivation and suffering from calorie restriction diets. Protein also has a high thermic effect, meaning if a significant portion of the protein calories you consume (some studies say up to 20%) are allocated toward metabolizing the protein. As Mark Sisson says often, there is a legitimate argument that you don’t even need to count protein calories, because they are used for building block purposes instead of calorie energy. William is a high energy guy who follows his passions at all times. As you learned from his first Get Over Yourself podcast show, he has an extremely disciplined, methodical, and quantified approach to pursuing goals that he has applied in numerous disparate areas, from writing, online coaching, acting and also his latest passion of music. Listen to his Disfruta single on YouTube! You will love his enthusiasm and youthful energy. Who knows, maybe the protein-to-energy ratio concept will give you the breakthrough you are looking for in fat loss! Read more in his book with Dr. Ted Naiman called The P/E Diet.TIMESTAMPS:How do you drop excess body fat once and for all? [01:44]Catching up with Shewfelt leaves you breathless with diet, coaching, acting, singing, writing. [05:59]The carnivore focus of Will’s diet includes two steaks and 6 eggs yolks in a shake daily. [08:34]What is the protein to energy ratio? [09:26] Protein is a building block, not a calorie burning energy. Focus on your protein requirement. [14:55]It is a huge task to sift through all the diet information to which we are exposed. [23:17]Protein is number one, exercise is number two. Fasting and an 8-hour sleep are there on the list. [24:34]When your mindset has been firmly implanted with the colorful vegetables on your plate, it is hard to absorb the carnivore diet information. [25:33]How is Shewfelt dealing with helping people lose excess body fat as a group? [30:59]It is common when one achieves a goal to celebrate the success, and then fall back. How can we deal with that? [34:57]What is the role of carbohydrates in a healthy athletic person’s diet? [37:23] No one diet is appropriate for everyone. [43:45]When you are able to develop your inner intuition, you are able to prevent yourself from doing too much. [45:34]Reggaeton, is a Latin genre of music that William is into. The same mentality that you use in training, you use in everything else you try. [47:12]How does one turn potential into viable economic opportunity? [53:15]Will describes how he manages to have so many different directions in his life and stay healthy. [01:00:52]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageWilliam ShewfeltP/E DietDr. Ted NaimanFatty Popcorn Boy PodcastWill Shewfelt DisfrutaWill Shewfelt Buena Cosa Carnivore Cooking for Cool Dudes Brad’s podcast with Will on Goal-SettingIGF1 and mTOR21 Day Carnivore shredStan Efferding Will to Win podcastJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendCAR.O.L bike: Cardiovascular optimized logic stationary bike for a highly effective eight-minute workoutMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementPerfect Keto: The cleanest, purest, most potent ketone supplements and snacksLetsGetChecked: At-home medical testing with great prices, quick results, and no hasslesVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continu

This episode is full of life-changing insights from an assortment of experts on the subject of health optimization and biohacking. Sure, we all already know about the importance of building healthy habits, but taking it a step further and learning why your brain prefers to engage in the familiar will leave you more motivated to actually make those necessary changes that optimize your health. And this goes beyond the physical — mental health obviously stills falls under the umbrella of health optimization, and this show will prompt you to ask yourself many thought-provoking questions, like: can I make it through one day with no whining, no complaining, and no excuses? Some other key points covered during this episode:The importance of service. Tom Bilyeu of the popular Impact Theory YouTube channel says: “Work your ass off at something you care very deeply about to get very good, so you can serve not only yourself, but others.”Because the brain tends toward down wiring to save energy, try to be intentional about creating new habits. One of the best things you can do for yourself is create a morning routine you can stick to, as it sets you up to be a more disciplined person throughout the day. Otherwise, you’ll find yourself slipping into old habits.Do your best to protect yourself against EMF exposure. “We don’t know certain effects on humans, but we do know that rates of autism have risen from 1 in 1,000 to 1 in 68 in a very short time, a few generations,” Tommy Wood comments, and chances of developing Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and other cognitive decline conditions are now 1 in 2. Experts believe this is strongly correlated with environmental pollution, particularly EMF, as well as dietary choices (forget about Type 2 Diabetes, watch out for Type 3!). Fast on days you fly. When you’re in a plane, you’re exposed to a lot of EMF. But when you are in a fasted state, your internal antioxidant production is boosted. Also, if you fast and wait to eat until after you’ve arrived at your destination, this will greatly help your body adapt more quickly to the time difference.Protect your personal reputation.Value your time more than your own possessions. Be early. Pete Caroll points out that there is a difference between being early and being on time: Being early demonstrates not just a high regard for yourself, but also for others, while showing that you have discipline and focus. Thanks for listening!TIMESTAMPS:Work your ass off at something you really care about. [01:39]When you build good habits, you free up more energy to work on peak performance. [02:51]Building good habits at bedtime is very important. The same routine helps get optimal sleep. [07:14]Take five deep breaths before responding to a stimulus. [08:06]From 12 to 3:00 AM are the critical hours where the remnants of mammalian hibernation lie for our species. [09:07]Electromagnetic Field exposure and poor diet are of real concern. The brain cells are most sensitive to dysfunction. [10:29]Before plane travel, it’s a good idea to fast and/or do a high-intensity workout before boarding a plane. [13:34]Pete Carroll, the football coach, gives tips for success. One is always to protect the team; two is no complaining, and three is to be early. [17:13]Remember that you will die. Value your time rather than possessions. Put your life up for review. [21:00] LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageImpact TheoryBrad’s Morning Routine Dr. Ron SinhaDr. Jack Kruse PodcastDr. Joe MercolaTommy WoodBrad’s podcast with Brian Hoyer Brad’s podcast with Gordo Byrn Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendCAR.O.L bike: Cardiovascular optimized logic stationary bike for a highly effective eight-minute workoutMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementPerfect Keto: The cleanest, purest, most potent ketone supplements and snacksLetsGetChecked: At-home medical testing with great prices, quick results, and no hasslesVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double

Get ready for a fast-moving show that will offer you a brand-new perspective on dating, self-worth, and self-love. In this episode, Jonathon Aslay reveals why dating itself can trigger our deepest fears, shares the 4 Pillars of A Successful Relationship, and breaks down the ways in which we can transcend the flawed modern dating scene to have deeper, more meaningful, more successful dates and long-term romantic partnerships. And it starts with the common denominator in all of your failed relationships: you! That’s right, dating success starts with cultivating self-love and healing childhood trauma. Jonathon is the author of What The Heck Is Self-Love Anyway, a book about healing from grief and childhood trauma to cultivate self-love. Jonathon leverages his message to the unique challenges of the modern dating scene. He is a dating coach specializing in mid-life and purposeful dating ― helping clients transcend the usual obsession with chemistry to become more self-aware and understand what Jonathon calls the 4 Pillars of successful relationships: Chemistry, Common Values, Blendable Lifestyles, and Emotional Maturity. Jonathon is the real deal, having overcome an assortment of personal setbacks to rebuild his life and gift his message to others. After losing his 19-year-old son Connor in 2018, Jonathon was forced to acknowledge what he’s suspected all along: that dating strategies are often too one-dimensional to have a meaningful impact. Instead, it’s the act of dating itself that brings out what he feels is the number one emotional health issue facing singles today: a soul-deep lack of self-worth and self-love. Today, Jonathon is on a mission to encourage both men and women to adopt a daily practice of self-help, personal development, and spirituality, so that they may find true inner happiness, purpose, and peace. With these practices, individuals will attract the relationship of their dreams — and Jonathon is here to help along the way.Enjoy listening to this fun, informative (and quite useful!) show with Jonathon, and if you want to connect with him or learn more about his work, check out his website here.TIMESTAMPS:Jonathan Aslay is a dating coach and expert specializing in midlife and purposeful dating. [01:38]Jonathan’s four pillars for successful dating are chemistry, shared values, a blendable lifestyle, and emotional maturity. [03:00]In the dating realm, old memories of “I’m not good enough” or “I’m not lovable” come up. [05:15]After using the dating profile system, Jonathan realized that he was good at interpreting both men’s and women’s profiles and that’s how his business came about. [07:35]The greater issue in dating is not just biology and attraction, it is more a healing of our childhood wounds and traumas. [08:44]Emotional maturity is one of the key pillars of a relationship. If people don’t take responsibility for their choices, they are not emotionally mature. [11:12]The physical connection is nice but to sustain a long-term relationship, you need blendable lifestyles. [16:33]Romance should be reserved for relationships and not just for dating. [18:13]More women than men ask for help from this dating coach. [21:22]In modern times, the way people meet and get together is so different from the past. [23:15]It took Jonathan over 100 failed dates to realize the common denominator in them all was Jonathan himself. [27:23]Self-love means self-worth, self-confidence, self-esteem, self-reliance, self-respect. [23:45]Can we assume that most everyone has some wounds from their childhood upbringing and are lingering? [30:54]We can either look inward or look to blame the outside world. [31:58]Sadly, people are dating myopically….just thinking about what am I getting here? rather than respecting the other’s feelings. [41:18]Ask value-based questions on that first date. [46:38]It is important to be honest and straightforward in communicating how you see the relationship. Are you looking for a partner? Are you just having fun? Benefits? [52:40]It’s not necessarily rejection. It is a misalignment. It is an awareness. [54:09]Biology makes up a small percentage of the other person’s personality. [56:15]Meeting up with a stranger is a challenge, these days. [01:04:41]LINKS:Jonathan AslayJonathan Aslay on YouTubeWhat the Heck is Self-Love Anyway?Getting the Love You Want.AttachedParadox of ChoiceShut Up, Stop Whining and Get a Life.Eight DatesAre You the Right One for Me? Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product.

Can you truly change others? And what is the price you pay for trying to do so? What if there was an easier way of dealing with that desire we all have to change the behavior, habits, or beliefs of those around us? In this episode, I’ll share the most useful and insightful tips I’ve gathered from various experts and invite you to expand your perspective on the topic of changing others.Best-selling author Mark Manson remarked during his Get Over Yourself show appearance that instead of trying to change others, “You must decide what you are willing to tolerate and not willing to tolerate in your relationships.” Otherwise, you’ll be stuck in a “lose-lose situation” if you continue to try to change someone, or if you yourself end up changing for someone else. Another one of my favorite insights from Mark was his argument that self worth is an “illusion” and that you should best view your life as a series of decisions and actions. Instead, work on cultivating self discipline, because self discipline is the real key to happiness. I also love Mark’s stance on never using other people as a means to an end. Don’t think about what others can do for you, but rather, what you can do to be of service to others. I’m also a fan of the actor Dax Shepard’s podcast Armchair Expert and share a story from one episode about how he handled an issue he was having with his wife, actress Kristen Bell. Annoyed with her habit of reading and responding to emails at night in bed, Dax remarked something along the lines of, ‘Can’t you schedule your time better during the day so you don’t do this at night?’ Well, unsurprisingly, that did not go over well. What did, however, was a different approach, with Dax simply telling her that he needed her full attention. The heart of the issue changed: it was no longer about what he wanted her to do, but instead about what he needed from her, and that made all the difference. I wrap up the show with some great insights from Dave Rossi, who says that, “Attachments in relationships set you up for pain and suffering” and advises us to, “Accept others as they are, and don’t try to change them.” Thanks for listening, and check back for part 3 of this series which will cover insights from experts on how to optimize your health!TIMESTAMPS:Don’t try to change other people. [01:28]Self-worth is an illusion. [02:15]If someone is trying to change you, then you are stuck in a lose-lose situation. [03:37]Learn to express your own needs by doing it in a way where you are not trying to change the other person. [05:06]The conditioned self responds to situations that supersede our power to make choices. [08:48]The highest level of human consciousness would be to never use others as a means to an end. [11:56]Don’t judge people. Don’t try to change people. Accept them for who they are. [14:20]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageThe Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck Everything is FuckedBrad’s podcast with Mark MansonArmchair ExpertBrad’s Podcast with Dr. Wendy WalshThe Imperative HabitBrad’s Breather Show with Bruce LiptonBiology of Belief PodcastJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendCAR.O.L bike: Cardiovascular optimized logic stationary bike for a highly effective eight-minute workoutMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementPerfect Keto: The cleanest, purest, most potent ketone supplements and snacksLetsGetChecked: At-home medical testing with great prices, quick results, and no hasslesVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send you a free jar of Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece as a thank you! Email to alert us! Choose to donate now, later, or never. Either way, we thank you for choosing from the first two options! :]Support this podcast at — htt

I welcome my old friend Zach Bitter to the show to talk about all things related to peak performance and endurance. Zach is the host of the Human Performance Outliers podcast and is definitely honoring the show title with his amazing ultrarunning performances. He is the world record holder at 100 miles with an astonishing time of 11 hours, 19 minutes, which equates to running 6 min, 48 seconds per mile all day long!Go try running one mile at that pace, and then repeat 100 times! Zach also busted the world record for 100 miles on a treadmill, so don’t complain that you get “bored” after 42 minutes at the gym. Zach has also long been a leader in fat-adapted endurance training, having discovered that a nutrient-dense, low carbohydrate diet helps him recover faster and also gives him a performance edge during ultramarathon competitions because he doesn’t require as many on-board calories as when he was a high carb athlete. Zach was a participant in the FASTER study (Fat Adapted Substrate utilization in Trained Elite Runners) where groundbreaking discoveries were made for the potential of humans to burn fat during exercise at a higher rate than previously thought possible. We get into a bit of science about athletic performance, but the best part of this episode is hearing about Zach’s methodical approach to peak performance and his evolved, process-oriented approach. He loves the challenge of ultrarunning, loves pushing the edges of human endurance performance, but has a healthy competitive disposition and strives to lead a balanced life. Enjoy listening to this super informative show with Zach, and if you’re interested in connecting with him for coaching, check out his website here.TIMESTAMPS:Zach Bitter is a world record holding runner who ran 100 miles in 11 hours and 19 minutes. He’s going to talk about his training diet. [01:50]As Zach got more serious about his ultramarathon training, he learned more about nutrition. [05:25]Even a strong “healthy” young athlete has energy swings that are not good for him. [08:28]There is not just one way to do this dietary journey. [10:31]Look at the individual plan rather than the group plan for diet and training to see what is best for you. [14:59]Zach uses his training as a school teacher in his coaching work. Treat people as individuals, not by throwing them into one group. [20:04]What was happening in the sport of ultra-marathon in 2010 when Zach got into it? The sport has grown massively. [25:27]Zach fills us in on his succession of breaking records with him amazing times. [31:11]Running on a flat track, Zach was averaging 06:47:05 per mile when he broke the world record. [35:12]If you have a bad race, don’t waste time with a pity party. Think about how to use that experience to help me improve for next time. [38:52]In 2011, Zach started to examine his diet and wanted to see if he could enhance his diet to accommodate his difficult workouts. He talks about his race fueling strategies. [42:36]Here in the year 2020, with so much sports nutrition information, we are still seeing many severe gastrointestinal problems in elite athletes. [51:26]The diet transformation had a huge improvement in terms of his recovery. He had swollen ankles. [54:19]Mike McKnight ran a hundred of miles with no calories. [01:03:37]LINKS:Brad’s shopping pageZach BitterZach Bitter CoachingTwo Treadmills, Liquids Only, and a Comedian: Inside Zach Bitter’s 100-Mile Treadmill WRFASTER studyHuman Performance Outliers PodcastUltramarathon ManDr. Sean BakerPhinney and VolekMike McknightJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendCAR.O.L bike: Cardiovascular optimized logic stationary bike for a highly effective eight-minute workoutMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementPerfect Keto: The cleanest, purest, most potent ketone supplements and snacksLetsGetChecked: At-home medical testing with great prices, quick results, and no hasslesVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud t

Today, I’ll be sharing some amazingly effective and extremely thought-provoking insights about interpersonal relationships from true experts in their field. From parenting to friendship to how to deal with your partner on days when you have zero patience, there are definite Do’s and Don’ts to consider when it comes to how you communicate and treat the people closest to you.Luckily, I’ve had the pleasure of having relationship expert (and Time magazine’s Co-Person of the year in 2017!) Dr. Wendy Walsh on Get Over Yourself twice (see show #1 here and show #2 here). Wendy is an evolutionary psychologist and a true trailblazer who also hosts her own podcast called Mating Matters. And, like John Gray, Wendy is aware of the contrast between how little we have evolved biologically and how much gender roles have seriously evolved over time. In this show, you’ll learn the three things a man looks for in a woman (big surprise, #1 is youth and beauty) and the three things women look for in a man, as well as why wearing perfume can actually sabotage your chances of attracting a mate! I’ll also touch on why emotional self-sufficiency is key and the four attributes of winning relationships as defined by Wendy, the first one being physical attraction. Turns out nothing can replace having good ‘ol fashioned chemistry with someone! And while most people tend to assume that that “spark” that you and your partner first experience in the beginning of your relationship is simply not sustainable long-term, then you’re in for a big surprise. This show will teach you why Dr. John Gottman says it is possible to preserve that romantic spark between you and your partner years down the line, and the actions you can take to ensure this.I’ll also talk about the (inverse) power of praise when it comes to parenting your children, why it is important to step away from the “helicopter” parenting trend and not coddle your kids too much, as well as the specific thing my son said to me that really opened my eyes and perspective on parenting. You’ll learn what causes children to be “metabolically and medically accelerated” into adulthood and start to develop diseases like Type 2 Diabetes, fatty liver, and high cholesterol, and why downtime is incredibly important. While it is good for your kids to have activities they enjoy doing, it is never a good idea for them to be constantly busy, distracted, and stimulated. Believe it or not, daydreaming and play are not a waste of time, but in fact, the opposite.I wrap up the show by using a golfing metaphor to describe the balance of the parent-child dynamic, and talk about the importance of setting boundaries for your kids, as well as how you can balance letting go of the need to control your children’s lives while also offering unconditional love and support. Thanks for listening, and stay tuned for more expert advice in part 2 of this episode!TIMESTAMPS:This show is about interpersonal relationships starting with Dr. Wendy Walsh who describes what men and women want from one another. [06:11]The roles have changed so much for men and women in today’s society. [09:11]Men’s criteria to look for in a woman is youth and beauty, loyalty, and kindness. [10:40]Women look for resources, intelligence, and kindness. [13:40]What are the four attributes of a winning relationship? [16:35]Studies have shown that the natural scent that a person gives off has much to do with the attraction. [18:24]Learn to express yourself with loving kindness. [19:31]Empathy is number three on the list for making a good relationship. [21:38]Impulse control goes hand in hand with emotional regulation. [22:18]As highly motivated parents, we often push our children to start acting like adults. [22:58]Even in the most affluent populations, people still suffer from FOMO. [24:24]The high stress life of trying to give the kids every opportunity, has accelerated the development of diseases in children that were not appearing in children years ago. [27:18]Take a deep breath, relax, sit back and let your kid discover the world with them in the driver’s seat. [30:31]LINKS:Brad’s Shopping pagePodbeanBradkearns.comPodcast with Dr. Wendy WalshMating MattersCultural Health SolutionsPodcast with Dr. John GrayGottman InstituteMedium.com Ben GreenfieldJoin Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsYouTube: @BradKearnsWe appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to [email protected]. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you!Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life

Get ready for an incredible story from K84 Wellness podcast host and nutrition coach Kate Ouellette-Cretsinger from Peterborough, NH. Kate will talk about her long journey into diet optimization, which started with a lifetime of suffering from what we now know is leaky gut syndrome, to discover vegetarian, then keto vegetarian for seven years, and finally, an amazing awakening into the carnivore diet. Kate relates some amazing success stories with the carnivore strategy: her daughter’s managing depression, anxiety and losing 85 pounds in a single year and a client’s success from decades long debilitating illness Crohn’s disease. Kate tried it, and found that she experienced greater mental clarity, as well as an improvement in digestive function. To celebrate the first anniversary of her carnivore eating, Kate dreamed up an incredible solo challenge of riding her bicycle the length of Vermont, from the Canadian border to the Massachusetts border. This was a ride of 225 miles over two days, and 14,500 feet of climbing!Kate also shares stories from her health journey and details what led her to the amazing place she is today. She reflects on the way her diet has changed and the days when she used to drink 8 juices in a single day, assuming that the gas and bloating she was experiencing were normal. She also shares how once she went vegetarian keto, she felt much clearer mentally, started sleeping better, and also just felt lighter as the inflammation in her body began to decrease. She also realized that everything is connected, and that getting rid of the inflammation in her head was the first thing she had to, before all else. “When you get rid of that inflammation in your head, it opens possibilities to other things too,” she says. She started paying attention to what was going on inside her head, the meaning behind the words she was saying, and the stories she was continually telling about herself, including negative self-talk, and began to focus on working on all aspects of her life, and not just the diet part. “I kept working on the internal stuff...and it is hard work to keep changing those thoughts,” Kate comments. However, once she changed the way she ate (particularly with adding in fat) she found that it wasn’t as hard anymore….in fact, it wasn’t hard at all for her to change her thoughts or to be less emotionally reactive and angry. This prompted Kate’s realization that, “A lot of the nutrition that we eat does affect our brain” and the rest is history!Today, Kate advocates for a nutrient dense, carnivore diet for all her clients, and suggests going strictly carnivore for two weeks, (then you can start to slowly incorporate avocado) for those who want to decrease inflammation and identify any potential irritants in their diet. She also makes the convincing case for eating fruit, and says, “Anything that comes off the plant, is what I would suggest to eat.” Another tip from Kate: carefully look through the ingredient list of your supplements, because if you have reactions to a certain ingredient in its whole food form, then it will still bother you if it is incorporated into a pill: “When you have a weak immune system, where you have something that’s bothering it, and then you’re adding [inflammatory foods] in, your body is more susceptible to having these symptoms and sensitivities.” Kate also points out that we are so used to symptoms of inflammation being so common that we think it’s normal, when it is actually far from it: “Anything that is not normal is considered to be autoimmune. Headaches, joint pain….these things that we think are normal, are not normal.” Kate then walks us through the wonderfully detailed nutrient density chart she made for her clients to wrap up the show, so be sure to take advantage and take a few notes!Enjoy this informative show with Kate and learn more at her health coaching website, K84Wellness.com TIMESTAMPS:Brad introduces Kate, a nutrition coach, who has a very interesting story to tell of her dietary transformation. [01:32]Most humans are just surviving, not thriving. [04:30]After an unhealthy childhood, Kate became interested in nutrition when she went to college. [06:06]The Institute of Integrative Nutrition is a prominent online meeting the individual needs of the client. [09:10]Kate works with many chiropractic patients. How does she meet their needs? [10:55]When Kate thought she was eating healthy, she focused on rice and beans, and suffered from gas and bloating. [13:03]When you are dealing with this frantic stressful life, you lose sleep, lose focus, and usually your nutrition goes to pot. The realization of the need for internal healing is the first step. [15:47]Your internal struggles and nutrition are connected. [18:13]We know more about female health. Eating red meat gets rid of PMS. [21:22]What did she notice that had to go in order to heal her gut? [23:10]There is always room for improvement in anything we do. [26:54]Red meat is actually a healthier c

In this show, on the heels of the 21 insights around the clock, you’ll learn just how destructive excess artificial light is to your health and your overnight restoration, and you’ll also gain a better understanding of the complex interplay between your hormones and the habits that are at the core of your lifestyle.Before we begin, if you happened to miss part 1 or just want to refresh what we covered last week, click here to listen to that episode first. Now, onto part 2! Here are some key points we’ll go over during this episode:Most postmenopausal women find exercise training extremely frustrating as hormone response is altered as they age. In contrast, men usually don’t lose their GH levels until they’ve reached 50-55 years of age, and are also protected by their testosterone levels, which persist throughout life (if they’re not suffering from inflammation that is, because that will directly lower their testosterone levels). GH and testosterone are the key players that work to keep a man’s heart and muscles in shape.What happens when step 20 (the surge of prolactin) is broken in modern humans?This used to be more frequent among diabetics, but, because of our excessive technology use post-sunset, it’s becoming more common in all humans. Artificial lights tend to be super bright and completely interfere with the usual circadian signals from the hormone response, so it’s no wonder that light after sunset reduces the prolactin surge humans are supposed to experience. This is linked to sleep, as chronic lowered prolactin surges are associated with lower growth hormone secretion during the anabolic phases of sleep.One thing that really affects your cardiac and skeletal muscle function is lowered chronic GH secretion, because it directly affects the process of autophagy. This is why heart failure is strongly associated with low IGF-1 and sex steroid hormone levels. When growth hormone is not released in normal amounts, it also decreases our lean muscle mass and increases our fat percentage in all our organs and in our body. This leads to slowly declining organ dysfunction and poor body composition. We can measure this process clinically by looking for falling DHEA and GH/dopamine levels as we age.What happens in normal aging in step 21?Aging is among the most common features found in studies on modern humans when DHEA and GH craters on hormone panels. The loss of the prolactin surge is especially prominent in postmenopausal women. Most women begin to suffer from falling DHEA and GH levels around age 35-40 while they are still in peri-menopause. The higher their HS-CRP levels, the faster they enter peri-menopause and the quicker they enter menopause. They also age faster on a cellular level because their circadian chemical clocks are sped up. As a consequence, their telomeres shorten faster as well. Women have higher levels of leptin for childbearing, so they are more prone to leptin resistant issues than men. This helps explain why older women struggle with cognitive haze, loss of body composition, poor sleep, and increased levels of heart disease after menopause. Many physicians think the losses they suffer are due to the loss of estrogen from ovarian failure, but the loss of growth hormone and progesterone production are far more significant in their physiology. Progesterone is the off switch to anything that is pro-growth. Modern women are usually estrogen dominant even after menopause because of mismatches in circadian biology. Cognitive loss is especially common in post-menopausal women. They also lose on average 1% of their bone mineral density per year from menopause in large part due to the loss of progesterone, not estrogen.Loss of progesterone also corresponds to poor sleep in these women too. Replacing progesterone in women has a major effect on their sleep and bone stock. It also dramatically improves their memories and cognitive function as well.The cost of snacking after dinner and how it affects the circadian cycle:If you choose to eat within 4 hours of sleep, you will never see the prolactin surge you need, because any spike in insulin turns off this critical sleep time release that corresponds to the cellular maximums of the autophagic process for humans. Agouti, the incretin gut hormone, also rises in the blood to higher than normal levels to block leptin from entering the brain.*It appears 12-3 AM are the critical hours at night where the remnants of mammalian hibernation lie for our species. These are the anabolic times for sleep when we are rebuilding our proteins and recycling our cellular contents. They are three of the most important hours in all human biology. If you miss them, you can bet you have several neolithic diseases for sure. Why do you ask? If these three hours are not reached enough during our sleep cycle, autophagy is never optimized and cellular repair does not occur in our cells. This means we are using old broken down parts in our cells as the next day arrives at 6 AM an

Get ready for a life-changing, mind blowing show! Jake has a fascinating and perhaps controversial take that will compel you to rethink the use of prescription glasses to see better. He is the founder of EndMyopia.org, which offers an extensive education on how to improve your eyesight naturally and avoid the pitfalls of relying on glasses - the ultimate “shortcut” that will create lifelong dependency and accelerated decline of visual acuity. In this show, Jake reveals that bad eyesight can cause serious depression, anxiety, limit physical performance, and a number of diet implications as well. Meanwhile myopia is not a “mysterious genetic condition” but rather the machinations of a 100 billion dollar a year lens manufacturing industry (and a lot of lobbying). “Real myopia is the thing that happens after you start wearing glasses,” Jake reveals.This show will ask you to have an open mind, think critically, and perhaps try a different approach where you monitor things like “strain awareness” to give you eyes a bit of a workout every day, instead of throwing your glasses on without a second thought. After all, we work our muscles with exercise and fight hard to stay in shape, why shouldn’t our eyesight be viewed in the same paradigm?Enjoy the show, and learn more about Jake’s educational effort at EndMyopia.org.QUOTES:“People don’t care about eyesight because they don’t realize that you are a different person if you can’t see well without glasses.”“People don’t realize that if you wear glasses, it affects your posture significantly, it affects how you walk, how you look, your social behavior...it’s an extremely integral part of our existence.”Follow me on social media for more great content!Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsSponsorsCheck out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blendCAR.O.L bike: Cardiovascular optimized logic stationary bike for a highly effective eight-minute workoutMale Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplementPerfect Keto: The cleanest, purest, most potent ketone supplements and snacksLetsGetChecked: At-home medical testing with great prices, quick results, and no hasslesVuori Activewear: The most comfortable, functional, and fashionable gear, evoking the chill SoCal coastal lifestyleDonations!This free podcast offering is a team effort from Brad, Daniel, Siena, Gail, TJ, Vuk, RedCircle, our awesome guests, and our incredibly cool advertising partners. We are now poised and proud to double dip by both soliciting a donation and having you listen to ads! If you wanna cough up a few bucks to salute the show, we really appreciate it and will use the funds wisely for continued excellence. Go big (whatever that means to you…) and we’ll send you a free jar of Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece as a thank you! Email to alert us! Choose to donate now, later, or never. Either way, we thank you for choosing from the first two options! :]Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-get-over-yourself-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I will explain what led to my decision to quit jogging, and share how you can maximize your cardiovascular health benefits by making a very modest commitment to cardio. This means that simply putting in a couple of hours a week (at a comfortable pace) is ideal. And what a relief! Yes, it turns out that making a modest commitment to cardio, meaning merely going on a brisk walk, a comfortably paced jog, or just riding your bike around for a bit, is actually the bes way to go, and it’s time to rethink the way you approach cardio, and evolve it into a more creative and challenging routine that also offers much broader fitness benefits. The inspiration for my transition away from jogging first came from a Mark’s Daily Apple titled The Case Against Cardio that really shook things up for endurance athletes who were used to doing hour long runs and hours of biking every week (me!). Reading the article opened my eyes to so much, particularly a few warning signs about my health and body that I had been ignoring. One of them was a spontaneous meniscus tear that I got from simply taking my dog on a walk, which prompted my physical therapist friend who took a look at it to ask me, “What happened?” I couldn’t think of anything, so I researched online, and quickly found an article about how athletic males around 40 years old often experience a spontaneous tear to the meniscus, with no known attribution! Clearly, the accumulation from impact trauma causes cartilage to stiffen, so you’re more susceptible to tears, even when you’re just walking around the street. Fast forward a couple years after this incident. I’m leaning over the kitchen counter to quickly eat some eggs before heading out on a road trip, and then, my back goes out. Now, everyone’s heard someone in their life talk about their back “going out” but I had never actually experienced it, and it was quite shocking to suddenly find myself flat on the floor, gasping for air, and in a lot of pain. This led to 3 days of severe pain on bed rest, and then 5-6 days of barely being able to walk (we’re talking wincing with pain with each tiny step I took). Two weeks would pass before I was even able to do any kind of exercise. But you can escape from the life-long ordeal of constant back pain that most males seem to suffer from, and this episode will highlight the key things that made all the difference for me: ● Engaging in strenuous core exercises● The more you do, the more risk you have● “Run for your life, but not too far, and at a slow pace” ADD VIDEO LINK● Humans are genetically adapted to perform magnificent endurance feats, but the thing is, these are best done once in a while only, with a lot of rest, gentle walking, and other forms of support present● Meet Brad showTIMESTAMPS:Is there something better than jogging? [02:02]Mark’s article about cardio led Brad to question, what does fitness really mean? [05:16]A torn meniscus and a bad back gave Brad a chance to reevaluate how he had been misusing his body. [07:28]The adverse impact of extreme endurance training has become extremely clear. [11:46]Humans are genetically adapted to perform magnificent endurance feats. But the key qualifier here is that these are best done once in a while with a lot of rest and gentle walking and other forms of exercise. [13:55]Leaky gut is when the gut lining is damaged. [18:39]STEADY STATE cardio will damage your heart. Slow down and follow MAF rate. [19:21]It is a challenge to keep the heart rate down in the comfortable zones. [24:53]You can max out your cardiovascular health and disease risk protection factors with a very moderate dedication to cardiovascular exercise. [27:06]If you are going for a total overall fitness competency, anti-aging, being able to have fun and varied active life, then rethink your steady state cardio. [30:27]Brad talks about the importance of his varied exercise routines as opposed to jogging. [31:55]One good thing to add to the fun is to jump into the air engaging in gravity. It’s good for fat burning and strengthening the bones. [41:34] LINKS:Brad’s Shopping PageCase Against CardioMeet Brad after 200 ShowsRun for Your LifeThe Extreme Exercise HypothesisThe Great DanceBorn to RunDr. Peter AttiaPrimal EnduranceRunning on EmptyOne Running Shoe in the GraveCycling to ExtremesPrimal Blueprint PodcastsDr. Art DeVany PodcastThe New Evolution Diet.Brad’s morning routine videoBrad’s stretching videoBrad’s running technique videoYou, The Owner’s Manual Follow me on social media for more great content!Instagram: @bradkearns1Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphighTwitter: @bradleykearnsSponsorsCheck out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t sell out to anyone if he doesn’t love the product. Ask anyone.Almost Heaven Sauna: Affordable at-home sauna kits for the ultimate relaxation and hormonal boost on demandBrad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut bu