The Model Health Show

One of the biggest mistakes in conventional medicine has been the disconnection between psychology and movement. The health of your brain, nervous system, and endocrine system are all intimately tied to your ability to move. A lack of natural movement creates stagnation in your mental, physical, and emotional health. But, what is natural movement anyway? And what are the things that are hindering our ability to move naturally? Well, get ready, because Dr. Kelly Starrett is here to dissect these things for you and give you clear, comprehensive strategies to be the most healthy, functional person you can possibly be. It's been said that if you're the smartest guy in the room then you need to find another room (in order to keep elevating yourself). Well, Kelly is running out of rooms to be in because he is often the smartest guy in the building. His humble and cool demeanor wouldn't tell you that. Yet, it becomes pretty clear after talking with Kelly for a while that he can see and understand things about the human body that few people can match. Kelly is a brilliant thinker that can literally see the faults in your physical mechanics and foresee future injuries before you're ever diagnosed with anything. I'm talking about near superpowers here. But, what makes Kelly Starrett such an amazing teacher and coach is the fact that he can break things down to a real world level for you. What are one or two daily practices that can get you out of pain, or better yet, avoid it from happening in the first place? What are the major flaws in our modern lifestyle that are wreaking havoc on our mobility? How can we "reorganize" our bodies to feel good during sport, leisure, and even while traveling? You're about to gain access to this knowledge, plus a whole lot more right now! In this episode you'll discover: Why we don't have the "owner's manual" for our own bodies. How making even small corrections in your lifestyle can up-regulate your health. Why sitting is a skill you need to learn. How many additional calories you can burn by standing more. What being on your smart phone can do to your posture. The shocking impact that standing desks can have on children's health. Why practice does NOT make perfect (you'd better mind your myelination!) Why failing to recognize the connection between your psychology and movement is a huge mistake. Why you MUST learn how to do a resting squat. The #1 reason that people end up in nursing homes. Why Kelly and I are in love with the VariDesk. How to instantly reset your pelvic position and stabilize your spine. How writing a book can be hazardous to your health (funny, but true!) What poor sleep quality can do to your immune system. How to "uncompromise" yourself after being on a long flight. Why you'll want to start "gut smashing" (especially before bed). How shoes can cause problems with running mechanics. Why you need to learn how to run even if you never plan on running. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! * The Resting Squat - How Squatting Makes You More Human * VariDesk Pro * Sleep Smarter by Shawn Stevenson * Mobility WOD - YouTube * Ready to Run: Unlocking Your Potential to Run Naturally by Kelly Starrett TRANSCRIPT Click Here to Download the Transcript of Episode 79 (PDF) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

It's even taboo to talk about taboos. Even though we may not realize it, our social taboos are able to keep us imprisoned within our own minds. Don't you want to know what invisible forces are governing the way you think, feel, and function on a daily basis? Don't you want to know why you do what you do? Well, even if you did, it's very difficult to find out what they are because they are usually a "blind spot" in our consciousness. I'm not talking about science fiction, and Neo waking up from a dream within The Matrix. I'm talking about science fact, and how our perception of reality is largely governed by beliefs that we never got to choose ourselves. Could your faulty beliefs be causing you to struggle and fail repeatedly in your life? This is where a teacher like Daniel Vitalis come in... He can instantly redirect your focus to help you see the things in your life that are hiding in plain sight. I often say that our relationships are the #1 most influential factor on our health and happiness. Why this episode is so valuable is that we often carry a lot of guilt, shame, and fear surrounding our relationships and don't really know why. Most of us want to have happy, healthy relationships in our lives, but we tend to find many creative ways of screwing them up. We self-sabotage and don't know why. We stay in the wrong relationships and don't know why. We look for problems when they're not there, and we often feel that we are inadequate or that something is "wrong" with us. I'm sorry, but chances are, there is nothing wrong with you. You are a wildly amazing human being, with many gifts, talents, capacities, and complexities that make you uniquely you. The perfect you that you are. Today we're going to break open a can of whoop a$% on taboos so that we can be free of the guilt, shame, and fear that may be holding you back from health and happiness. In this episode you'll discover: Why being optimistic isn't necessarily natural for humans. What taboos actually are (and how they make us want things more). How taboos function in our psyche. What the the Intrinsic Taboo is (you need to know this!) How many "wild human" tribes are left in the world (and what advantages they have over us). How cavities in teeth are related to osteoporosis. What Dr. Weston A. Price discovered about the dental health of indigenous peoples. Why our cravings for sugar are natural (I don't mean for Oreo cookies though!) How the clothes you wear affect the health of your teeth (crazy, but true!) Why artificial light is damaging our sleep cycles. What some of our programmed fears about being naked are. How guilt and shame have been so heavily connected to sex. What "mating strategies" can be observed in humans. What the different types of monogamy are. What mate guarding is and why we have a relationship tension within us. How the media uses sex to stimulate the strongest drive in us. Items mentioned in this episode include: Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! ReWild Yourself With Daniel Vitalis - Model Health Podcast DanielVitalis.com ReWild Yourself! Magazine Surthrival.com <- (use the coupon code MODELHEALTH) TRANSCRIPT Click Here to Download the Transcript of Episode 78 (PDF) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

It's pretty clear that we have changed. Only a few generations ago, chronic illnesses like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes were seen in only a small percentage of the population. Today, some statistics show that more than three-fourths of the western world are afflicted with one of these major illnesses. The question is... How did this happen? We are so much more advanced in our technology, but, collectively, we are in the Stone Age when it comes to the health and vitality of our bodies. As a matter of fact, our Stone Age ancestors had this dialed in better than we do. Images of Fred Flintstone and Barney Rubble do not give our origins justice... I'm pretty sure no one has ever eaten a brontosaurus burger, but I've seen plenty of people eat Double Whoppers. In the new movie Origins, we get the inside look at how we lost touch with our natural state of well-being. We finally get an explanation of what happened, and how we ended up entrenched in disease. But, more importantly, we get a map on how to get back to our roots, and experience vitality NOW and well into our future. Dr. Pedram Shojai, OMD, has put together a cutting-edge film that's visually stunning, and energizing for your mind, body, and spirit. Whether you are just getting started on your health journey, or you are a health and fitness veteran, this movie is going to add something to your life. Gain free access to the entire film for free below after hearing this exclusive interview with the groundbreaking heath pioneer himself. Enjoy both, and, as always, your feedback and insights are welcome! In this episode you'll discover: What the driving force behind the new hit movie Origins was. The shocking amount of new chemicals that are introduced into our environment each day. Where synthetic chemicals get stored in your body. What your mitochondria actually are (this will surprise you!) What happens with the health of our communities every time you swipe your credit card. How your energy levels impact symptoms of depression. How mediation works to influence impulse control (are you going to eat that pie, or not?) Why you need to "upgrade" your ingredients and really, really enjoy your food. Where the big fear of germs began (and how we've taken it too far). Why common pesticide-based farming can create nutrient-deficient food. Items mentioned in this episode include: * See the hit movie Origins here! * Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! * Healthcare Vs. Sickcare - Model Health Podcast * Natural Solutions For Depression - Model Health Podcast TRANSCRIPT Click Here to Download the Transcript of Episode 77 (PDF) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

It may be jarring to know that seven out of 10 people in the U.S. have been prescribed a drug over the past year. It may be more surprising to know that one out of every 10 people are now taking an antidepressant; among women in their 40's and 50's, that number is one in four. The rates of depression have skyrocketed over the last two decades, and the trend is steadily rising. Many experts believe that this is due to a myriad of reasons, but the go-to treatment for practitioners thus far have been SSRIs and other antidepressant drugs. Though depression is a very real and substantial issue, more and more data is coming forth that physicians are moving too quickly to medication. A study published in the journal Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics found that nearly two-thirds of the patients who had been given a diagnosis of depression within the previous 12 months did not meet the criteria for clinical depression as described by the psychiatrists’ bible. The lead author of the study, Dr. Ramin Mojtabai, said that, "The vast majority of individuals diagnosed with depression, rightly or wrongly, were given medication... It’s not only that physicians are prescribing more, the population is demanding more." People are in pain—physical, mental, and emotional—and they want a way out. The public at large has only been able to relate depression relief to medications because that's primarily what's been marketed to us. As a society, we haven’t had the opportunity to learn about all the other, far more effective and far safer, options to reverse depression. But that’s all going to change today. In this episode you'll discover: What the shocking statistics for depression are (this is jaw-dropping!) What depression is (and what it affects). How depression impacts other diseases and increases mortality rates. How depression coincides with suicide rates. Why antidepressant drugs are largely ineffective. How prescription antidepressant drugs influence your hormones. What SSRIs are and what their potential side effects are. The shocking relationship between eating fast food and being depressed. Where the majority of your body's serotonin is produced. Why the food you eat can radically shift your serotonin production. What studies are now showing about gluten containing foods and depression. How poor liver function can lead to depression. Why supplementing with vitamin C can reverse depression (and what the best sources are). What incredible supplement can help with dopamine-related depression. The surprising link between omega-3 fatty acids and depression. What ratio of omega-3's to omega-6's you really need. Where to find the best sources of essential fatty acids. 4 foods that combat depression and boost feel-good hormones. Where to find excellent food sources of tryptophan (the precursor to serotonin). Why exercise actually out-performs SSRIs in clinical studies. How vitamin D functions as an antidepressant. Why sleep deprivation and depression are intimately related. How the perception of your life's events work to create your feelings. Why depression is actually valuable, and questions to uncover how depression is helping you. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! * How To Grow Stronger From Stress with Pat Flynn - Model Health Podcast * Boost Your Fat Loss With These 5 Tips For A Healthy Liver - Model Health Podcast * Getting A Mindset Makeover with Alex Jamieson - Model Health Podcast * The Hormone Cure with Dr. Sara - Model Health Podcast * TEDx - How Chocolate Can Save The World * Sleep Smarter by Shawn Stevenson TRANSCRIPT Click Here to Download the Transcript of Episode 76 (PDF) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

Since its inception, the movie industry has heavily influenced the behavior of our culture. Most notably, Hollywood is unmatched at setting the bar for how we strive towards our health and fitness goals. What guy wouldn't want to swipe the look of Hugh Jackman in X-Men: Days of Future Past? (Minus the bushy sideburns, of course). Chris Evans, Jason Statham, Brad Pitt, and Mark Wahlberg are some notable names that have guys around the world rushing to the gym after a new movie comes out. For the ladies, Jennifer Lopez, Halle Berry, Jennifer Aniston, Jessica Biel and many others have inspired women to take their health and fitness more seriously. The interesting thing is that these Hollywood figures, who most people have never actually met, are far more influential than any family member who's preaching to you to get in shape. Hollywood motivates us. It is what it is. Now, this has given birth to the concept of the "Celebrity Trainer". The individual trusted with the responsibility to bring out the physical best of the people who we all aspire to be like. Considering that it's accomplished in a health-giving manner (there are probably more PEDs in Hollywood than in professional sports fyi) these celebrity trainers are often the cream of the crop, and known for getting great results. That's where Vinnie Tortorich comes in... Vinnie has been a Celebrity Trainer since before the title became en vogue. He's gotten to where he is, funny enough, by caring more than most other people. He cares about his clients, he cares about doing good work, and he cares about the public at large getting honest information that really works. Today you'll get to learn directly from Vinnie in this fun interview about Fitness Confidential, NSNG, endurance sports, and a whole lot more. In this episode you'll discover: What the #1 key to becoming a celebrity trainer really is. How working for free could put you on the fast track to enormous success and notoriety. The secret behind the outrage of "America's Angriest Trainer". What NSNG is and why it works for health and weight loss. Why sugar causes you to eat more sugar. Why diets have a negative association and create separation between people. What endurance athletes are doing to become "fat adapted". How to use sugar strategically when you "go hard" in endurance events. What foods to eat and what foods to avoid to make your body start using fat for fuel. What the keto flu is and how to reduce its impact. Why most multivitamins don't work well (and are actually potentially dangerous). Items mentioned in this episode include: * Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! * Boost Your Fat Loss With These 5 Tips For A Healthy Liver - Model Health Podcast * Fitness Confidential: Adventures in the Weight-Loss Game by Vinnie Tortorich * America's Angriest Trainer Podcast (Apple Podcasts / Stitcher) * Getting A Mindset Makeover with Alex Jamieson - Model Health Podcast * Sleep Smarter by Shawn Stevenson * Pure Vitamin Club TRANSCRIPT Click Here to Download the Transcript of Episode 75 (PDF) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

True wisdom is learning to become friendly with obstacles. Challenges, problems, and unexpected obstacles are all inherent in the development of a human being. We can choose to tussle with them a bit, complain about them constantly, or we can find a way to break through them. Consistently looking for the challenge, and knowing that you have everything you need within you to overcome it, is part of long-term happiness and fulfillment. The reality is that many people retreat when they are faced with challenges they think are beyond them. Tail between the legs, white flag; the whole nine yards to show they have given up. We have to come to a conclusion at some point that the challenges in our lives aren’t there to break us, they are actually there to develop us in ways that we never knew were possible before. You have gifts, talents, capacities, skills, ideas, and so much more that are dormant within you unless you have the right stimulus to bring them out. Why come up with an idea to improve the quality of your life if everything is all comfy and cozy? That idea wouldn’t be needed… It needs a spark. And that spark usually shows up dressed in obstacle pants. Hey, do these new obstacle pants make me look fat? Don’t answer that… On today’s show you’re going to get a high-powered degree on overcoming obstacles and challenges that show up in your life. With what you learn today, you’ll be better prepared to create unstoppable health, abundant finances, and powerful relationships for many years to come. In this episode you’ll discover: What the “invisible barrier” is and how it can block our progress. Why chewing your food is so important to digestion (even liquids!) What 6 missing resources we often attribute to our failures. Six powerful stories that demonstrate the do’s and don’ts of overcoming obstacles in life. Why creativity is crucial to solving most problems. How resourcefulness can be used in place of resources to achieve your goals. Why we need to learn to put ourselves first (and why it’s the least selfish thing you can do!) What learned helplessness is and how to break out of it. Why humans are actually hard-wired to look for problems. How knowing “why” something works can anchor it into your life. The 2 ways that we can condition our brains to make lasting change. 5 tips to overcome any obstacle you’re faced with. What habits actually are (this is powerful!) What a huge recent challenge meant to me (and why we get to choose our meaning.) What you can do to center yourself and get back on track. How to use accountability to breakthrough obstacles. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! * Stronger From Stress, More Fulfilled, And Do Work You Love - With Pat Flynn * Sleep Smarter by Shawn Stevenson * Angela Before & After TRANSCRIPT Click Here to Download the Transcript of Episode 74 (PDF) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on iTunes by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed)

There's a Slovakian proverb that says, "Pure water is the world’s first and foremost medicine." Water is at the very basis of human health and longevity. Far more valuable than food, going without adequate hydration sets in motion a ticking time bomb of physical depression and symptoms of disease. You may be shocked to find that water has been clinically documented to improve everything from diabetes, to high blood pressure, to arthritis pain, and everything in between. But how can water be this effective? It's just... well, water, isn't it? Today you're going to learn the truth about the significant impact that water has on your health. You're going to learn about the various methods of treating water, where they succeed, and where they come up incontrovertibly short. In this masterclass on water and hydration, you're going to find out how water actually gets into your cells in the first place, and how mismanaging this process can leave you more sick and thirsty than you can imagine. Most importantly, this masterclass is meant for you to be able to share it with the people you care about. They have the right to know what's coming out of their faucet. But, the sad truth is, only a fraction of the population really knows. Henry David Thoreau said, "I believe that water is the only drink for a wise man." In today's world, the wise individuals are not just drinking water, but the right kind of water. In this episode you'll discover: How your body's hydration levels affect your energy. What water actually is (this may shock you!) What roles water plays in your body (from DNA maintenance to waste removal). Why spinal discs are difficult to get hydrated. How your brain controls the water balance in your body. The shocking number of people who are chronically dehydrated. Why thirsty people eat more. How dehydration impacts your ability to burn fat. How eating carbohydrates influences your water weight. What aquaporins are and why they are critical to hydration. What shocking pharmaceutical drugs are found in drinking water. How prescription drugs are ending up in our water supply. Why chlorine is used to treat public water (and its potential side effects). What the hidden dangers of fluoride are (this is critical to know and share!) Why many bottled waters are no better than tap water. How plastic water bottles could be impacting your hormones. The surprising facts about Brita water filters. What the pros and cons of water distillation are. What purified water really means. How a water ionizer works to create alkaline water (this may be the biggest surprise of all!) Why the pH of water can be changed by mineral content or electricity. How a reverse osmosis system works. What the benefits of well water are (and some issues to look out for). Why the right spring water could be the ideal drinking water for you. The top 4 sources for the best water possible. Which three companies provide great spring water in a glass water bottle. The 5 different ways to supercharge your water. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! * Get Rid Of A Headache & How Exercise Makes Your Smarter - Podcast * Pharmaceuticals lurking in U.S. drinking water - NBC News * FindaSpring.com * The Hidden Messages in Water by Masaru Emoto TRANSCRIPT Click Here to Download the Transcript of Episode 73 (PDF) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

Hormones are everywhere. They are in and around us. They give us life. They generate communication between every cell in our body. They are essential in creating order... and they can also create some pretty epic chaos if we're not careful. Much like a misinterpreted communication between people, abnormal hormone function can cause your body to "fight" within itself. Now, I don't know about you, but I subscribe to a low drama diet, and I'd much rather have a civil environment within my body. I don't want hormonal back-slaps happening. I want to feel good. I want to feel empowered and healthy, and understanding the role of hormones is the ultimate key to having this manifest in my life. So the question is: How do hormones get out of balance, and what are the things we need to know to get them back on track? There is no better person on the planet to answer these questions than Dr. Sara Gottfried. This brilliant Harvard/MIT-trained physician is a superstar when it comes to helping you identify your hormonal issues and helping you create a strategy to fix them. What really impresses me about Dr. Gottfried is the wide range of options that she brings to the table. No cookie-cutter hormone tricks here. She knows well that we all have cookies of many different shapes and sizes :) As a matter of fact, the shape and size of our own cookie can change from time-to-time. One day we can be a nice gluten-free angel shaped cookie, and the next day we can be a full-on monster cookie with green frosting and extra gluten sprinkled on top. Helping you to navigate this hormonal terrain is what her work is all about. You're about to uncover just how powerful hormones are, and how to stack the conditions in your favor to have the health you really deserve. In this episode she says some absolutely profound things that will likely stay with you for the rest of your life. The amazing part about it is that she makes it simple. She doesn't over complicate things to sound like a genius (although she is), instead she breaks things down to the real world level that we all live in, and provides solutions that we can all apply to live a healthier, happier life. This show is loaded with powerful gems, so I recommend you take good notes, or after listening you can grab the free transcript right here and highlight your favorite parts. Now, let's get to it. Viva la hormones! In this episode you'll discover: How The Hormone Cure was created out of Sara's own quiet desperation (that so many women are going through). What hormones are and what they do in your body. How hormones impact calories. What 3 hormones determine women's health and men's health the most. What parts of your brain influence your production of cortisol. How we can manufacture stress even when we're not in danger. Why high cortisol production comes at the expense of other important hormones. How to identify some of the key symptoms of cortisol and thyroid problems. The shocking percentage of people with estrogen dominance and what it causes. Why having a hormone panel done is not always the best method for diagnosis. What incredible resource you can use to uncover hormone imbalances. What effective supplement for reducing high cortisol you can find at most health food stores. How to naturally reverse depression by utilizing the "girlfriend" factor. How your sleep impacts your hormones (and why you might be "tired and wired"). Why you need to fill your thyroid "nutrient gaps". How to safely detoxify your thyroid and other organs. How sex influences symptoms of estrogen dominance. What 2 powerful supplements can help to reverse estrogen dominance. What circadian congruence is and why it's critical for your health. Why the birth control pill can be devastating for your hormones. Natural birth control methods that are far safer than birth control pills. What tends to cause PMS and what to do about it (these tips are life-changing!) How men's testosterone can get "stolen" and how to stop this from happening. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! * SaraGottfriedMD.com * The Hormone Cure - Book * Sleep Smarter - Book * The Hormone Cure Free Quiz * Zeolites - HealthForce TRANSCRIPT Click Here to Download the Transcript of Episode 72 (PDF) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

The work you do for a living matters. It matters to your health, it matters to your relationships, and it matters to your overall success. The work you choose to do each day is not something to take lightly. Sometimes life can sweep us up, and we end up spending our days doing things that we don't enjoy. We all know that sometimes we've got to "do what we've got to do", but when does doing what we've got to do actually come to an end? Research shows that poor job satisfaction and high work stress elevates your risk of depression, heart disease, obesity, and even early death. As crazy as it may sound, the data shows that disliking your job can actually kill you (take that job! Oh wait, I'm the one who dies...), so wouldn't now be a good time to do something about it? Whether you are doing work you enjoy, but feeling trapped by it, or not yet doing work you love, and looking to make a change, this episode is going to be eye opening for you. Today you'll get to learn from the brilliant man behind the brand Smart Passive Income (or SPI for all the cool people :)). Pat Flynn is an incredible teacher, with an incredible story, and has an incredible amount of resources to share with you. If anyone can help you get from good to great with doing the work you enjoy, it's him. Truly, the insights you'll get from Pat can very well change the course of your life forever if you're ready. Before pushing play, I want you to know that you are special. No joke, I really mean that... You are a unique human being with unique gifts and experiences that are more valuable than you may realize when it comes to doing work that you enjoy. Whatever you decide to target for your career, or even in starting your own business, I want you to ask: What skills, talents, capacities, and/or experiences do I have that can help make me successful in this venture? Ask the question, then write down what you've got. You'll be surprised at just how qualified you are to do the thing that you really love. That's why you love it! No one said this was going to be easy. But, I will say today that it is going to be worth it. The first step: Getting knowledge from the people who have gone before you. It all starts for you right now! In this episode you'll discover: Why doing work that you don't enjoy may be impacting your health and fitness. Why "doing everything right" doesn't always equate to achieving what you want. How providing value, even if you do it for free, can turn into a profitable career. Why you owe it to yourself and society to do work that you enjoy. What the law of reciprocity is and how it can transform your life. Why the concerns of "being an expert" prevent many people from having success. How the struggles in your life (especially when deciding to do work you love) can develop you better than anything else. What part of your brain literally seeks out resources to help you achieve your goals. Why you need to learn what you're good at versus what you need help with. (The quicker, the better!) Why failure is misconstrued in our society. How you can get lost by not doing the "right work", not having a map, and not asking for help. What great tips you can use to have better work/life integration. Why you need to appreciate the "small wins". Why health & wellness programs are growing rapidly within businesses today. How improving your health can radically improve your results at work. How accountability can help you in business, health, and life. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! * SmartPassiveIncome.com * Internet Business Mastery - Podcast * The Smart Passive Income Podcast (Apple Podcasts / Stitcher) * Elance.com * oDesk.com * The Lean Start Up by Eric Ries Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

Many people in our modern world have this romantic idea that we're always supposed to have what we want. Most of us have never stop to realize that not having what we want is often at the root of our unhappiness. I'm not talking about fantastical delusions like wishing you had a spaceship, wishing you were besties with Kanye West AND Taylor Swift (that would make for some interesting conversations), or wishing you were richer than Scrooge McDuck, swimming in a vault of money. These are all far out fantasies... What I'm talking about here is something more tangible. We all want to be loved. We all want to feel supported. We all want to feel safe and healthy. We all want to know that we truly matter. These are not misguided desires, these are all human nature. But, it's the way we go about achieving these things that cause us so much pain and frustration. Is there work you really want to be doing, but can't seem to make it happen because of your current circumstances? Are you as healthy as you want to be? Are you happy in your relationships? Are you waking up doing the things that fulfill you everyday? On a negative side, do you have patterns of behavior that cause you to fail again and again? Do you have addictions that are hurting you consciously or unconsciously? Do you find yourself giving up on having the things you really want and find yourself settling? You absolutely can achieve many of the great things that you set out to do. It's just about having the right strategy to make them a reality. To get you that strategy, I've got a guest who knows a thing or two about achieving great things. Right now you're going to learn from James Swanwick who's a former ESPN Sportcenter Anchor, celebrity journalist, and author who had no idea how he was going to make his goals a reality until he started to implement his five step formula that he's going to share with you today. But before we get into how to really achieve your goals, here's one of the biggest secrets of all... It's not in acquiring these things that make us happy. And it's not in getting rid of the negative things that make us happy. It is the PROCESS of achieving the goals that brings the very best out of us and makes us who we are. This is where real long-term happiness resides. Don't go chasing after your goals to find happiness because it will only end in discontentment. Chase after your goals because the process will enliven you... And achieve your goals because you can! In this episode you'll discover: Why focusing on the behavior you want to change can cause you to fail. How to reframe your thinking to make accomplishing your goal easier. The 5 steps to achieving any goal you want. Why you need to be more specific when setting your goals. How your brain filters out data to help you find what you want. How to use "how" and "what" questions to RADICALLY increase your ability to accomplish your goals (this is so powerful!) How to overcome addictions by using an incremental process. Why writing your goal down actually works. How to create "small victories" that help you achieve your goals. The real reason that people don't take action to achieve what they want. What the fear of success is and how it can sabotage you. How to overcome obstacles that come up while working on your goals. Items mentioned in this episode include: Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! JamesSwanwick.com How Food Impacts Your Genetics - The Model Health Show Alpha Male Club - Podcast Date Top 10 Men with James - Podcast Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

If we're going to be successful in the field of nutrition, then we've got to come to the realization that EVERYTHING you put into your body has an impact. Whether you're eating a walnut or a doughnut, it will change every cell in your body at some level. Food is truly that powerful. It's time we start to leverage this to look and feel the way that we want. I often tell people that food isn't just food, it's information. And we need to start asking questions like: What kind of information am I putting into my body? Before you make a decision to eat a food, take a supplement, or take a drug, just take a second and contemplate what this substance is commanding your body to do. Are you making a food choice that is commanding your body to secrete more insulin than it can handle, store more fat, and damage your metabolism? You can literally command your body to do this with a bottle of Mountain Dew. Are you taking a synthetic supplement that will overstimulate your nervous system and make you think that you have more energy... when you're really just burning out your adrenal glands? We have to take more responsibility for what we are putting into our bodies so that we can rise above the disease, poor performance, and struggle that has become commonplace in our society. Knowing all of this, it's not a small thing to take a supplement. You'd better know what's in that supplement, where it comes from, and whether or not the human body even recognizes it in the first place. Today we've got on the CEO of a company that is focused on what they call Total Human Optimization. Everyone from professional athletes to top executives are rushing to get their hands on the products and information that this company has put together. Onnit is a brand that's making huge waves in the fitness and nutrition industry by standing for something unique. It's not just about the incredible supplements they carry (that are actually derived from earth grown nutrients), it's about the food you eat, it's about the exercise you do, and it's about the lifestyle you take on to bring it all together and make it work. The CEO of Onnit, Aubrey Marcus, cares about people, cares about service, and cares about making a real impact. He's a leader that really walks his talk, and he's about to share a wealth of information with you that can improve your life for many years to come. In this episode you'll discover: How to turn the knowledge you acquire into real change in your life. What influenced Aubrey to begin taking supplements (great story about a napkin!) Why athletes like A.J. Hawk from the Green Bay Packers are using Onnit products (this will surprise you!) Why earth-grown nutrients need to be the basis of all high quality supplements. How taking synthetic supplements can work in the short-term but cost you in the long-term. What compounds in hemp protein make it so interactive with human muscle. Why hemp was paramount to the growth of the U.S. then eventually banned due to corporate interest. Whether or not hemp protein will cause you to fail a drug test. How using higher quality supplements saves you money because you use less of it. Why radioactive wastes and heavy metals may be a concern with conventional fish oil. Where to find a safer, more effective source of Omega 3's. How cordyceps impacts your cells to give you more energy. What an adaptogen is and why we need them. How our society has been trained to fear dietary fat. Why dietary fat is CRITICAL to your nervous system function (you'll love this analogy!) What Trilogy Butter is and why I eat it out of the jar like a madman. Why the human body is not designed to only do linear movements (squats are great but...) Why service, not money, is the key to success in the long-term. Items mentioned in this episode include: Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

You're going to be shocked to find out how much your liver function impacts your body's fat loss (or lack thereof). Your liver is often referred to as the "second brain" of your body, and for good reason. Your liver has responsibilities in regulating hormone function, assimilating nutrients, and handling insulin, just to name a few. All of these functions are critical to your health, and all of these functions are also critical to your metabolism. When looking to lose body fat, we tend to jump to the "external" things we can do, not understanding that fat loss is really an inside job. It's the function and performance of your body's major fat-burning organs that will tell the tale of your fat loss long-term. We need to do everything in our power to support these major organs in being as healthy as possible. This is really the key to losing fat and keeping it off. Today you're going to discover how to enhance the function of a member of the royal family of fat loss organs. Long live the liver! Enjoy! In this episode you'll discover: What the most regenerative organ in you body is (and why you can't have it removed). Why whey protein powder can be problematic. How your liver impacts the macronutrients you eat (this is critical!) What role your liver plays in the creation of fat. What hormone is responsible for fat storage in your body. Why you need to find your carbohydrate tipping point. The truth about how cholesterol in food impacts your body. Why many endurance athletes are getting off of high carbohydrate diets. What bile is and the two major roles it plays in your health. The gallbladder's function in supporting the liver (this is a great superhero reference!) How your liver is responsible for dealing with toxins and waste products. Why it's critical to avoid synthetic supplements and drugs and much as possible. The powerhouse hormone that your liver produces (muscle growth, energy, and more!) How your liver interacts with insulin. 5 common culprits that can cause liver damage. The impact that most unsaturated oils have on your liver. How to use olive oil (and not have it hurt you). What the "noodle challenge" is. (Are you up for it?) How alcohol impacts your liver. A resource you can use to find out side effects of common medications. The shocking study that proved how pesticides damage liver function. The 5 tips for a healthy liver. What "organic" means. How exercise affects your liver function. What the best supplements for liver health are. How to do a liver cleanse. What the best foods for your liver are (easy to add-in everyday!) Items mentioned in this episode include: Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! The Fat Loss Code Program <== The #1 Fat Loss Program on the Planet! The Amazing Liver & Gallbladder Flush - Book Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

Whether you consider yourself an entrepreneur or not, there are facets of your life that you need to run the lead on. You may be the CEO of a major organization, or the CEO of your house and kids. The word entrepreneur comes from the French word entreprende which means 'to undertake'. When you undertake the responsibility of being the boss, it's essential that you know how to keep your health and energy up to par. Many entrepreneurs don't do well because they don't feel well. Many more entrepreneurs have no idea about the profits and impact they're leaving on the table because they don't have the energy to move on opportunities when they present themselves. As a matter of fact, they are missing on opportunities left and right because they can't even see them in the first place! There is a story of a man walking along who was always frustrated, irritated, and in poor health. He tripped over something sticking up out of the ground, and cursed at it as he stumbled to catch his balance. He never looked down, just continued on in his agitation and frustration on how life would not cut him a break. There was another man who was considered an optimist walking along. He was in good health, happy, and tended to look for the best in things. He went walking down the same path as the frustrated man and tripped over the same thing sticking up out of the ground. He caught his balance, looked down to see what it was, and it was a piece of gold that had been wedged into the earth. He exclaimed, "This is my lucky day!", and reached down, dug the piece of gold out, and went on about his day. This story illustrates that the world is what it is. And depending on your own unique perception, you'll either see abundant opportunities or you'll continue to see problems everywhere you go. Both are existing simultaneously, but it's up to you to support yourself in seeing the good, because no one else is going to do it for you. There is a huge wave of executives and entrepreneurs that are shifting their focus to self-care so that they can show up better in their business and lives. They understand that their energy and focus can make the difference between them and the next person who can out hustle them, out produce them, and out think them because their health is lagging. They understand that they need to be on top of their game to see the opportunities surrounding them. This is your opportunity, today, to find out some of the secrets of some of the most productive people in the world. What things are they doing to keep stress in check? What things are they doing to keep their energy levels high? What things are they utilizing to perform at their very best. You're about to learn that and more right now! In this episode you'll discover: How reviewing and relistening to empowering messages can change your brain. What it really means to be an entrepreneur. What mental switch you need to flip on to go from working at a job to being an entrepreneur (this is life-changing!) The 5 health and performance tips for entrepreneurs (and anyone interested in high performance). Why many businesses are implementing stress management programs for employees. How meditation improves your focus (the scientific proof). Stress management practices you can use to radically reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. The #1 source of health insurance that you need (this is critical!) Why you need to have plenty of living food in your diet. Why inactivity is an even stronger indicator for illnesses than cigarette smoking. The impact that sitting has on joint mobility, insulin sensitivity, and cardiovascular health. Health tips for entrepreneurs to be more active during the day. How your work environment can be destroying your health. 2 quick tips to improve the air quality in your workspace. How your self-image and self-talk can impact your performance. How technology and being an entrepreneur can make you lose touch in relationships. 3 simple ways that you can improve relationships and connection while working. Items mentioned in this episode include: Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! Shawn Stevenson On Twitter Sleep Smarter - #1 Bestseller <== Get the book! How To Improve Your Memory & Read Faster with Jim Kwik Health Benefits Of Qigong - Podcast How To Get Healthy And Stay Healthy (The Fast food Smack Down) How To Improve Your Self Image & Build Confidence Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

I remember R&B artist Genuwine had a hit song called "In Those Jeans" a few years back. Though the spelling is different from the genes we're talking about here today, the objective is still the same. Let me explain... The song is about getting in the jeans of the hottest person possible. Sexually charged: Yes. Unintentionally scientific: You better believe it. We all want to get in the genes of our most vibrant, healthy and attractive self. Understanding that you do, in fact, have the power to change your genetic expression is one of the most important discoveries you'll ever make. Our society has been indoctrinated with this idea that your genes control everything about you. Your genes are the governing entity that will determine your health and longevity, and even control your success in life to a large extent. This is called genetic determinism, but it's really the best free pass ever to give up on yourself. Overweight: Can't control it, it's my genes. Diabetic: Can't control it, it's my genes. Cancer: Can't control it, it's my genes. Depressed: Can't control it, it's my genes. Issue after issue, conventional science has been advocating that there is a gene that controls it and makes it inevitable in your life. The reality is that this is simply not true... One of the most rapidly growing divisions of science is a field called epigenetics. Epi- (like epi-dermis) means above, so this area of science is focused on what's above genetic control. Now if genes control our life, how could something be above it? The answer is that the public hasn't been given the full story, but that's all about to change for you today. Your genes are literally a blueprint. They have the instructions to make things, but they don't actually make things themselves. Just as if you were to ask an architect, "What is that house blueprint doing?" First of all, he will look at you like you're a few sandwiches short of a picnic, secondly he would tell you that the blueprint isn't doing anything. It doesn't do anything unless it gets read, and then WE decide if we're going to use it. The point to really take away from this is that your lifestyle, your habitual behaviors, and your choices in life, more than any other thing, determine what your genes are doing. As you'll learn today, even a lack of sleep can disrupt the expression of over a thousand genes. And this is just a slice of the pie... How do our food, our exercise, and our relationships impact our genetic expression? You're about to learn how all of these things you're engaged in are actually creating your body and life. Not your genes by themselves, but with you in the driver's seat. In the song Genuwine asks, "Is there any more room for me (in those jeans)?" You're about to learn that there's plenty of room in your genes for variation. You get to control, to a large extent, whether you spend your time trying to get into the wrong genes, or you become empowered and get into the hottest genes possible. Enjoy this, share, and remember how powerful you are! In this episode you'll discover: What the most bioavailable source of protein for the human body is (a must know!) What genes actually are and what they do. The shocking number of genes human beings really have (this it mind blowing!) The truth about how many people actually have genetic defects. What epigenetics are and why this is a MUST for you to know about. The growing fields of science showing how food impacts your genetic expression. How your parents impact your genetic expression (and what you need to do now). Why conscious parenting is critical in human evolution. 4 steps to turning on better genetic programs and become "unstuck" in your body. How fasting impacts your genetic expression. 2 ways to utilize fasting to positively influence your genes. How to do an intermittent fast (and what intermittent fasting really is). The real reason you need to eat organic food (this is funny, but true.) A wild food that is easily accessible to you (probably in your backyard!) Why humans have allowed the use of genetically modified foods. What the top 10 genetically modified foods are. What common food has been genetically altered to be a vaccine. How movement impacts your genetic expression. A fun hack you can use while walking to upgrade your genetics. Why health problems are far more common among night workers. How poor sleep quality can dramatically disrupt your natural gene expression. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! * The Answer To Cancer with Ty Bollinger - Podcast * Sleep During The Day May Throw Genes Into Disarray * Sleep Smarter - #1 Bestseller <== Get the book! Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering

Do you consider yourself an intelligent person? What about an emotionally intelligent person? Your answer to the first question better be, "Yes!" (you're reading this empowering information aren't you... sheesh). Your answer to the second question better be a stronger, "Yes!" or at least, "I'm definitely working on it." What is emotional intelligence, and why is it important? Emotional intelligence encompasses so much that it's impossible to drill it down into a simple meaning. Rather, I'll share with you two of the most profound components of it. Emotional intelligence is being able to feel how you want, when you want, and to guide your own behavior accordingly (that's part one). Emotional intelligence is being able to monitor other people's emotions, and to utilize that emotional data to influence and navigate relationships (that's part two, and it's definitely in the secret sauce). We are often indoctrinated with the belief that the environment will dictate how we feel. We live in constant reaction mode because no one has ever sat us down to train us on developing our emotional software. Our guest today says that, "Your beliefs influence your actions which influence your results." It's your beliefs that are at the core of this thing, and it's up to you to learn how to change them. Our guest today is Jordan Harbinger from The Art Of Charm. He's one of the leaders in the field of emotional intelligence, and even more so he's a leader in teaching its practical application. Today you're going to learn how to start to wire yourself for greater confidence, more happiness, and greater success by upgrading your emotional software. In this episode you'll discover: What really determines your "outer world" actions. Why we need to develop emotional intelligence in our relationships and in our work. Why most people think that attractive personality traits are natural (when they're actually learned). How being good with people can fast track you in your health, relationships, and career. Why boosting your attraction is more of a subtractive process than an additive process. How going through the situation you're afraid of (in practice) can help you overcome it. The truth about your "inner dialogue". Why your first impression isn't always made when you want to make it (this is crucial!) A powerful drill you can do to habitually boost your confidence. How to improve your eye contact to establish better rapport (this is deeper than you think!) What the most influential factor in your health, well-being, and success in life really is. What emotional intelligence is and how it can play out in your life. Why habits are far more important than results. How mirror neurons in our brain influence our emotional intelligence. Why consciously using acknowledgement can help anchor in desired habits. A game-changing practice you can apply today to be more of an emotionally intelligent person. Items mentioned in this episode include: * The Art of Charm Podcast * The Art of Charm Podcast - Interview featuring Shawn Stevenson * Dr. Daniel Goleman: Emotional Intelligence - Video Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

To be the best, you need to learn from the best. We can avoid so much of the typical struggle period in getting what we want if we simply follow those that have come before us. Why try and reinvent the wheel when we're not just rolling, but flying now? If you're going to play at a high level, you've got to have the audacity to immerse yourself in the best, cutting-edge information. With The Model Health Show I strive to deliver the most potent, engaging, and useful information possible. I also strive to bring you the best of the best in their respective fields so that you get the wisdom straight from the source. Today you're going to learn from one of the best. Ameer Rosic is my guest today, and he's here to share some of the most valuable exercise and nutrition information that you'll ever come across. Simple, effective, and yours for the taking. Just check out all the greatness you're about to learn. In this episode you'll discover: How Ameer ended up behind bars and the transformation it caused in his life. How the food you eat actually changes your brain. What natural treatment for depression is often overlooked. How your gut health radically affects symptoms of depression. Why your ancestry can give you tips on living a healthier life. What losing touch with nature did to one of our most storied civilizations. Why you must cement your goals before taking action. How sleep impacts the hormones that heal and change your body. What Ameer eats to stay lean and fit year round. Why cycling supplements and eating seasonally can give you better results in your physique. Why you might want to workout in the afternoon to get better gains. How snacking can depress proper hormone signaling. How knowing your phenotype can help you choose the best exercises for yourself. What workout schedule you can use to get faster results. Why high intensity training is so effective for losing fat. Why we need to eliminate the fear of the barbell! What lifting heavy weights really does to our body (debunking a huge myth right here!) The #1 thing you need to do to find the exercise you'll enjoy for a lifetime. Items mentioned in this episode include: * AmeerRosic.com * The Paleo Solution - Book * Paleo Diet - Book * Total Recall - Book * Optimal Health Show - Podcast Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

Everyday the vast majority of your body's energy is used to digest, assimilate, and eliminate the resources you consume. The resources I'm speaking of are the foods you eat, the liquids you drink, and the air that you breathe. Today, we only experience a fraction of our body's true potential energy. So much of our energy is being tied up in digesting food that our bodies are unable to do the deeper house cleaning that we truly need. Your body's first priority is to handle the food that's coming into it because that's your cellular frontline. What comes in your mouth can take you out of this life fast, so your immune system and other support must be present in your gut and on guard at all times. Add to that the fact that today we have endless meals being thrown in there and we've got a serious energy siphoning happening. Most of us don't know the art and science of eating lightly or fasting for even a short time period. For many of us, breakfast is being pushed through by lunch, is pushed through by dinner, is pushed through by dessert, is pushed through by breakfast... and on and on and on. Our bodies never get a break. Our internal organs are constantly processing food and the resulting metabolic waste products. Can your body handle this burden? Well, yes (in the short-term.) Was it designed to deal with the toxicity of our modern world? In the immortal words on the philosopher Bart Simpson, "No way man!" Being exposed to abnormal amounts of dangerous compounds is now common in our world today. Even if you're eating organic, radioactive fallout has been seen in our water, air, and soil, so truly, no food chain is free of contamination. For example, only days after the Fukushima nuclear disaster, higher levels of radioactive cesium-137 was found in tuna caught off the California coast. Even dairy products on the west coast were showing traces of radiation from the event. The reality is, our world is very different from the one we have evolved to live in. More pollution, more radiation, and poorer food, water, and air quality means we have a serious issue at hand. Should we throw up our arms and run away? Unless you've got a spaceship or know Richard Branson (who does have a spaceship) where the heck are you going to go? Knowing what you are dealing with, and knowing that you've got to adapt, the better question to ask is: What are you going to do about this? I'm a big advocate of knowing how to assist your body in the natural processes of detoxification. Today I've got an incredible resource in this mission for you that will bring you lots of value for many years to come. My guest is Sheleana Jennings from YoungAndRaw.com and they have some of the best cleansing and rejuvenation programs out there. The hundreds of thousands of people following their work should be an indicator, but I'll let you hear it for yourself. :) In this episode you'll discover: How a young person can develop painful kidney stones. How to "hear" the communication your body is giving you about what you need. What detoxification actually is. Why detoxing doesn't necessarily mean fasting. Why learning the skill of detoxification is important in our world today. How waste products and toxins can build up in our tissues. Why your liver and kidneys are so vital in detoxification. How to cleanse your kidneys and how to eliminate kidney stones (pain-free). What things you should juice to detoxify and heal your kidneys. What pain, discomfort, and low energy are indicating in your body. What your 4 major detoxification channels are. What you need to do first before considering hormone therapy. 3 simple detox tips that you can use daily to stay vibrant and healthy. How sleep relates to detoxification. Items mentioned in this episode include: * YoungandRaw.com * Upgraded Glutathione Force * He Shou Wu * Chanca Piedra * Health Force Liver Rescue * Grass-fed Ghee * Chaga * Astragalus * Sleep Smarter - Book * Benefits of Magnesium - Video * Young and Raw - 21 Day Raw Food Reset Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

Can losing weight really be that difficult? Isn't it as simple as eat less, burn more, and you'll see that scale move, or did we all just miss the memo? Millions of people worldwide struggle with conventional weight loss methods each year, and less than 10 percent of them keep the weight off long-term. Logically speaking, there is a glaring hole in the way that standard diet and weight loss information is being disseminated. The system is broken. Badly broken. And in order to take back control of our health, we have to shift our attention to things that truly matter. Our misguided focus on controlling calories as the means for weight loss has resulted in rates of obesity and diabetes skyrocketing in the last few decades. Today it's time to make a change, and expose The Calorie Myth for good! Our guest, New York Times Bestselling Author Jonathan Bailor, is here to share game-changing insights about weight loss, exercise, food cravings, and a whole lot more. In this episode you'll discover: Why cutting or adding calories to change your weight won't necessarily work. How we become judgmental about ourselves and others when conventional weight loss methods fail. Why most dieters are focused on calories (this is an ah-ha! moment for sure). What we need to have as a focal point instead of calories to achieve a healthy weight. How focusing on calories can actually be deadly. The shocking truth about diabetes (the health AND financial epidemic). What your "set-point" is and how to change it. Why two people can eat the same thing and only one of them gains weight. Why your performance goal should determine your diet. Which fruits you need to be cautious of (this might surprise you!) Why fruits and vegetables are NOT interchangeable. How to improve the taste of green smoothies without spiking insulin. Why we tend to desire sugar and sweetness more than any other taste sensation. The truth about where we get our food cravings. Why our exercise misinformation is tied directly to our calorie misinformation. An exercise hack that beats conventional "cardio" to burn fat faster. The #1 marker to know how often you need to exercise. Items mentioned in this episode include: * The Calorie Myth - Book * The Model Health Show Episode 10 - The Calorie Myth * BailorGroup.com Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

Whenever you hear "billion dollar industry" your ears should perk up automatically. With the supplement industry banking billions of dollars each year, there are more and more products hitting the store shelves all the time. More money in play, and more unregulated claims, means someone is usually getting screwed along the way. That somebody is you, the consumer. So, which fat loss herbs really work? And how do they stack up to the other lifestyle factors like diet, sleep, and exercise? Today you're going to find out the surprising truth about these 7 fat loss herbs, plus critical supplement information that will help you make better decisions for a lifetime. In this episode you'll discover: Why most fat loss herbs don't actually work. The medicinal herb clinically shown to block your body from producing more fat. How caffeine works in burning fat (this is must know information!) Why your unique metabolism determines how caffeine will work for you. Why some sources of coffee can be dangerous for your health. Which proven performance enhancing herb can improve your insulin sensitivity. How to make a potent fat loss elixir. What adaptogens are and why they're important. How everyone in our modern society is bombarded with estrogenic compounds. Why testosterone is important for both men and women. Why it may not matter as much if you "eat local" in our world today. Which historic fat burning herb improves insulin sensitivity and blocks cells from completing the fat storage process. Which fat loss herb in your spice cabinet is proven to regulated blood sugar, lower LDL cholesterol, and normalize glucose metabolism. How a prized compound found in cayenne pepper can actually shrink your fat tissues. What "thermogenesis" is and how it impacts weight loss. Why "biopotentiators" can radically improve the benefits of other nutrients. How hCG really works (get your umbrella ready!) Why calorie restriction can damage your hormones (for in-depth info on this click here.) What the major pieces of a fat loss lifestyle are. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Unstoppable Fat Loss Webinar * Sleep Smarter - Book * Why Cutting Calories Will Never Work For Long-Term Weight Loss * 7 Fitness Fads That Don't Work - Podcast * ReWild Your Workspace Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

Have you ever heard the saying, "First impressions last a lifetime"? Whether it's true or not, we make snap judgements about people upon meeting them for the first time. It's built into us as an evolutionary advantage to be critical, recognize patterns, and to observe the health and safety of those around us. Whether consciously or unconsciously, we are judging and being judged with each and every person that we meet. And the very first thing that people see when in close contact with us is the health (or lack thereof) of our skin. Our skin is a symbol of vitality. It is the outermost representation of what's going on with our overall health. On the surface level we want clear, radiant skin to be more attractive to the world around us. On a deeper level our skin can be an indicator of potential (or even chronic) health problems. Our skin isn't just something superficial to look at, it's one of of best resources for monitoring our internal health and well-being. Today you're going to learn about your skin in an intimate and fun way. You're going to learn things about your skin that you've never heard before, and you're going to appreciate and care for your skin in a whole new way because of it. It's time to love the skin you're in and take action to have the best skin health possible. The compliments you get will be nice, but the overall vitality you get will be even nicer. In this episode you'll discover: What your skin can indicate about your health. Why we unconsciously make judgements about someone's appearance. What your skin is actually responsible for (what your skin does will surprise you!) How your skin develops. Why stress impacts your skin health. Why we have different layers of skin. What role your skin has in detoxification. How your skin interacts with sunlight and other light sources. What internal organs are responsible for your skin's appearance (must know info!) What our 4 major eliminatory organs are. How your brain impacts the function of your skin. 7 tips to have the best skin ever! An amazing skin transformation story from eliminating ONE irritating food. What glycation is and why you do NOT want this happening with your skin. Why dairy products are so addictive. Why you need to be careful about "natural" sweeteners if you have skin problems. How wheat can damage your skin, waistline, and immune system. Why skin care products and soaps can be the cause of your skin problems. Why dietary fats are so important for your skin's health. How to ensure you're getting enough water to hydrate your skin. How to get a foot makeover (funny, but true). What food products lead to wrinkles and liver spots. The secret to using olive oil to improve your skin health. Why skin brushing really does work to improve your skin naturally. What important sun safety tips you need to know for your skin. Where to find the healthy skin foods (the best of the best!) What causes oily skin (and what to do about it). The #1 cause of cellulite (this is far beyond the outer appearance). How to eliminate cellulite naturally. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Health Benefits of Qigong - Podcast * Barnyard - Movie * The Dangers of Eating Gluten-Free - Podcast * Prima Natural Soap * ReWild Yourself with Daniel Vitalis - Podcast * Surthrival Colostrum Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

Many people feel that their busy schedules can be overwhelming at times. And it's typically during the overwhelm that the not-so-good decisions are made with what we eat, drink, and participate in. To quote the wise sage Morpheus on this one, "Welcome to the real world." By the way, if you haven't seen The Matrix yet, drop down and give me 20 pushups because that's just unacceptable... Okay, now you may read on. :) Life isn't going to be slowing down any time soon. There will always be something to do, someplace to be, and someone that needs your time and energy. The big "ah-ha" message to takeaway from all of this is that you literally cannot manage time. Time is just going to happen, you can't do anything about that. But what you can do is manage YOURSELF, and therein lies your true power. I've brought on a very special guest to share with you some strategies to help you navigate this world of never-ending responsibilities and take full control of your health and well-being. Now, don't forget to add family to the mix too. You're going to receive some game-changing tips if you have a family to care for and you want them to be happy and healthy as well. Today, it's more than possible for you to have the health, body, and life you want with all that you have going on. It's simply about learning from those who've already done it, taking their strategies on as your own, and making the results happen even faster. The only thing that can stop you is you. Now let's find out how to stack the conditions in your favor! In this episode you'll discover: How Sarah went from being a "wreck" to being an author and educator for people all over the world. The 5 tips to live and eat healthy with a busy lifestyle. Why wearing yourself down for your family is not being good TO your family. Why you need to "organize your health". How "NO" can drastically improve your health. What late night addiction Sarah and I both had (hint: it has to do with cereal killers.) What you can do to choose joy over struggle when changing your eating habits. How to introduce healthy eating to small kids AND teenagers (this is a must know!) How parents can "change the energy" in the household to encourage health & happiness. Why asking yourself this one important question can save you from a lifetime of regret. What this new movement of paleo cookbooks means for our families and our communities. Items mentioned in this episode include: Everyday Paleo - CookbookEveryday Paleo Family CookbookSleep Smarter - BookEveryday Paleo - WebsiteEveryday Paleo Italian CuisineEveryday Paleo Thai Cuisine - New Release!EPLifefit.comPaleo Lifestyle & Fitness - Podcast Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on iTunes by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed)

Health is much bigger than finding a diet and exercise program that work well for you. Your health is something that's always in flux... it's holistic, multi-dimensional, and far beyond a banana and some sit-ups. One of the biggest pieces of health that's unwisely overlooked is happiness. That's right, your level of happiness has a huge impact on your health for many powerful underlying reasons. For starters, research published by the Harvard University School of Public Health shows that happiness and an overall optimistic attitude cut the risk of heart disease in half for 6,000 study participants who were tracked over a 20 year period. Another study that included more than 3,000 people over the course of 8 years found that happier people maintained better physical health and mobility as they aged. And this is only half the story... This same study also found that the unhappiest participants were 80 percent more likely to develop physical impairments as they aged. Unhappiness caused a sustained activation of the body’s stress response system, leading to a greater likelihood of developing heart disease, systemic inflammation, and even cancer. So if this doesn't get you to sit up and pay attention to your happiness then you must be related to Archie Bunker, Al Bundy, or Squidward from Spongebob Squarepants. The harsh reality is: You may discover the most powerful diet and exercise in the world, but your results won't matter very much in the long run if you're not happy. Of all things that effect people's optimism, there is one that can really make or break you in the happiness department. What you do for a living has an incredible influence on your happiness and overall vitality. For most people, their workplace is where they spend half of their waking hours 5 days a week. People often spend more time at work and with their coworkers during the week than their own family and friends... so hopefully you can see why being happy with work is so important. If you don't love the work you do and want a change OR if you simply want strategies to get the most out of life and love what you do even more, I've got something special for you. I've invited an amazing guest on for you today. He's helping hundreds of thousands of people all over the world get connected to work that they're passionate about. He's providing real expertise and real strategies 7-days a week through his top-rated podcast. And today he's going to share some life-changing information to help you live a life that's truly worthy of you. In this episode you'll discover: What major issue (outside of diet and exercise) is damaging the health of millions today. What valuable qualities you can learn from the military that can help you in life. The inspiring story of why John decided to start his own business. Why doing work that inspires you is critical to long-term success. The real reason most people DO NOT do work that they love for a living. How doing work you love creates a virtuous circle of taking great care of your health. Why momentum is so powerful in success AND failure. Why starting with small things can add up to big success. The 1st thing to do when making any life change (the enlightened truck-driver story). What new technology allows you to say YES to what you want without saying NO to your responsibilities. How to drill what you learn through podcasts deeper into your mind and body. How to use podcasts to motivate yourself to do things you would normally skip out on. Why being selfish is one of the strange reasons that most people give up on their dreams. Some simple (but powerful) tips to be consistent with your exercise and health. Items mentioned in this episode include: * EntrepreneurOnFire.com* EntrepreneurOnFire - Podcast* The Slight Edge - Book* The Compound Effect - Book* LifeOnFire.com* Podcasters Paradise Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on iTunes by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed)

When we truly love someone, we want to see them thrive. We want the best for them, and we want to see them happy. In our world today, too many people are struggling day-to-day with their health. They are barely surviving, let alone thriving. And often times they have no idea things can change, or no motivation to do anything about it. It can be one of the hardest things in life to see someone you love struggling with their health… especially when you know just how good it can actually be. Today you're going to find out some powerful ways to help motivate your friends and family to take better care of themselves. Sometimes it's not the message itself, but how it's delivered that can make all the difference in the world. That's why today you're also going to learn what NOT to do when communicating with the people you care about if you really want to effect change in their life. This is essential stuff, and very powerful… so use the forces for good young Jedi. In this episode you'll discover: Why we feel a deep need to change our family & friends when we get healthier ourselves. Why our desire to help our loved ones is actually selfish. Surprising facts about family members of the world's top health experts. 3 things NOT to do if you want to motivate your family and friends to live healthier. The #1 quality to develop when working with your loved ones. The 7 specific tips to influence your friends and family to live a healthier lifestyle. Why your family can't help but change when you do this one powerful thing. What tangible tools you can use to help people who are easily distracted. How to utilize the power of podcasts to deeply influence the health of others. How you can use social media to inspire your loved ones (thanks Jade!) Why you want to alter the environment when having a heart-to-heart with someone. How finding out what THEY want can be key in influencing your family's health. Why the food itself can change someone faster than you can. What the healthy food gateway drug is. How to inspire your friends and family to live healthier by turning up the fun! Items mentioned in this episode include: * Friends And Family's Influence On Your Health (Mirror Neurons) - Podcast* Supersize Me* Why We Age - (hydrogenated oils mentioned) - Podcast* Food Inc.* The Healing Effect Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on iTunes by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed)

What if you were able to read an entire book every day of your life? Can you imagine how much knowledge you'd have access to? And can you see how valuable you'd become as a leader in business as well as your personal life? It's well known that we're only using a small fraction of what our brains are capable of. There is so much that the human mind can achieve if we only knew how to access it, and today you're going to learn the first steps. My guest is a world-renowned learning expert, who does, in fact, read a book a day. He will share with you how he's no more extraordinary than you are, and how it's just a matter of learning some basic tools to access your superhuman potential. In this episode you'll discover: How someone with learning difficulties became a world-leading memory expert. How school teaches us what to learn but not HOW to learn. Why extremely successful leaders and celebrities look for ways to improve their brain. How Jim Kwik ended up on a airplane with the cast of X-Men: Days of Future Past. The #1 key to improving your memory (it's simple, but profound!) Why two-thirds of your memory is under your complete control. Why the school system hasn't changed much, even though the world has. The 3 keys to remembering anything. What common things distract our attention and prevent us from being present. A game-changing accelerated learning technique that I use. How one simple trick can make you read 25 to 50 percent faster immediately. Why using your body in a different way can improve your brain function. Items mentioned in this episode include: * SuperheroYOU.com* KwikLearning.com* @JimKwik on Twitter Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on iTunes by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed)

Have you ever wondered why you look radically different from when you were a 1-year old baby? I mean, what happened?! Was this big 'ol body really contained within that little body? Today you're going to find out how we actually age, and demystify most of the taboo subject of aging. We're also going to discuss, in-depth, what can actually accelerate your aging process, and cause you to decline in function much sooner than you are genetically wired to. Plus, we're going to get into the good stuff and talk about the latest anti-aging research. You're going to learn newly discovered secrets that actually hold the key to possibly turning back the clock and revealing a younger, healthier version of you. Get ready, because this is powerful! In this episode you'll discover: How specific structures within your body can tell you how long you're going to live. Why your DNA is able to "print out" different copies of you (this is a MUST KNOW!) What the Hayflick Limit is and how it impacts the life of your cells. Why your cells are exactly like a community of people. How long human beings are genetically wired to live. How humans are like Transformers (yes, the alien robots). 7 things that are proven to damage your DNA/ telomeres and age you faster. What controversial sweetener can shorten your life span. What dangerous oil has been banned in cities across the U.S. An important question to ask yourself before you choose what foods to eat. How food manufacturers make people addicted to their products. The impact that smoking and toxic fumes has on your life span. How your hydration levels impact your DNA. The shocking connection between sleep deprivation and aging. A little known diet that has a deep correlation with longevity. Why stem cells are important in the longevity equation. What food can stimulate stem cell mobilization. Why minerals and trace minerals are required to reverse the aging process. Why our system of chemistry taught in school is incomplete and even misleading. The ancient herb that contains the only compound PROVEN to reverse aging. How the right form of exercise can delay aging and keep you young. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Sleep Smarter Book* How To Get Healthy And Stay Healthy - Podcast* Natural Treatment For Type 2 Diabetes - Podcast* How To Change Your Taste Buds - Podcast Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on iTunes by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed)

Initially I was surprised to find out that poor sleep quality has been linked to financial debt and lower income. In our culture, we're led to believe that in order to be successful you've got to burn the midnight oil, keep working hard until you make it, and you can always sleep when you're dead. And there lies the problem. According to the research, if you're not more mindful of your sleep quality, your chances of dying prematurely can skyrocket. And not only that, the very money that you're sacrificing sleep to make, will be the same money you pay to try to get your health back again. Today is a powerhouse show that's going to help you optimize your sleep, be more productive, and add more vitality into your life. You're going to learn incredible insights about the connection between sleep and sex, how sleep is the secret to long-term fat loss, plus a whole lot more. Fair warning: This may cause you to have the best sleep ever! In this episode you'll discover: Why we tend to sacrifice sleep for other things (the truth). Why sleep deprivation can cause an inability to lose weight. How exercise gets you in WORSE shape temporarily. The little-known connection between sleep and physical transformation. How being overweight can damage your sleep quality. What sleep apnea has to do with The Dark Knight Rises (funny, but true.) Why you can sleep the "right" amount of hours but still wake up tired. The truth about eating late at night (this is shocking!) Why the clothes you wear to bed can drastically impact your health (ranging from cancer to low sperm count). How sex and sleep are intimately related. Why the hormone prolactin is strongly linked to sleep (and how to produce more of it.) The surprising impact poor sleep quality can have on your finances. How sleep deprivation impacts your brain's higher functions. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Sleep Smarter - #1 Bestselling Book on Amazon (<- Get the book now!) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on iTunes by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed)

Everyday, people all over the world are adopting a healthier lifestyle. More people are going vegan, paleo, primal, or "real food" than ever before. What's causing this cultural shift is: 1) people are sick and tired of being sick and tired and 2) beliefs about food bind us together, create communities, and communities inherently grow. With the internet eliminating the borders of people sharing ideas, beliefs, and insights, these communities are expanding rapidly. Even though the health conversation has exploded worldwide, different views by different communities can bring people together AND tear people apart. We're going to talk in depth about this today. We're also going to talk with our special guest, Alex Jamieson, about her experience being a part of the Oscar nominated film Supersize Me. She's going to share the intimate effects it had on her life, as well as our culture at large. We're going to cover food cravings, raw vs. cooked food, mistakes people make on diets, plus a whole lot more. Get ready, because this episode is powerful! In this episode you'll discover: How Alex went from being sick and overweight to a renowned gourmet chef and health coach. What Alex's experience in the film Supersize Me taught her about food and illness. How Supersize Me changed the landscape of food around the world. The surprising story of how Alex transitioned out of a vegan lifestyle. Why our genes need to be considered when choosing the foods we eat. How labeling the way we eat can unknowingly separate ourselves from others. Why fear can drive people to keep secrets about the foods they eat. The critical piece that people mistake with Albert Einstein's vegetarian perspective. What common factor can unite us to have a healthier, happier society. Why a vegan diet can be incredibly healing (for the right people at the right time). Why eating more raw foods can be critical to your health and vitality. How cravings can be misconstrued and why we need to honor our cravings. The #1 mistake people make on a vegan diet. Items mentioned in this episode include: * AlexandraJamieson.com * Cravings Type Quiz * Supersize Me Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

There is no such thing as a welcomed injury. When you're rolling along enjoying your sport or exercise, an injury can make you out-of-sorts, in pain, and even depressed. So, what do we need to heal quickly from an injury? And better yet, what do we need to do to prevent more injuries in the first place? That's what we're covering in today's show. You're about to learn how my recent run-in with pain can become your path to bulletproofing yourself against injury. Today I'm going to share with you some of the best tips I've learned from the world's top physical therapists, and tiny things you can do that will make all the difference in the world. Whether you were injured in the past, dealing with an injury now, or just looking to be healthy and active way into the future, you're going to receive some valuable tools in this episode. In this episode you'll discover: The painful injury I unknowingly caused myself to have over 10 times. Why practitioners usually look in the wrong place when you have an injury. Why your hip position is so important (in ALL lower body injuries). What happens to your hamstrings when you have anterior pelvic tilt or posterior pelvic tilt. A new perspective about how your upper and lower body work together. What sequential recruitment is and how it impacts performance. Why you want to have R.I.C.E. when you get an injury. The #1 mistake people make after getting an injury. What natural anti-inflammatory foods and supplements you should take. Why belly fat can increase the likelihood of injury and slow recovery time. Why you always want to work on the opposite side of an injury. The little known factor that makes your cellular energy (ATP) actually work. How meditation and visualization impact healing. 7 important tips for injury prevention. The #1 exercise for bulletproof hamstrings. How sitting too much increases your risk of injury. What foods are highest in potassium and why it's important. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Treating Back Pain, Degenerative Disc Disease And "Incurable" Diseases - Podcast * Kelly Starrett Youtube Channel * Benefits of Magnesium - Video * Stability Ball Leg Curl * Single-leg Stability Ball Leg Curl * How Sitting Can Destroy Your Health- Podcast Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

I recently gave a short presentation in front of a group of over 7,000 people. They were all there as cancer survivors, or the loved ones of those who've survived or who have lost their fight. This event really sparked something in me. To witness a sea of people all coming together for one purpose, but to not know what the cause of this disease is really broke my heart. Honestly, I have spoken for audiences big and small; high pressure situations and euphoric situations alike. None of those instances phased me much. But this event made it difficult for me to speak. I wanted to yell, and scream that this doesn't have to happen! I wanted to take each person by the hand, sit them down, and talk about how we can end this struggle, and make a better life for our future generations. Instead, I had just a few minutes to give them some hope... And to give them something valuable to walk away with to better the chances in their fight. Well, I know that fighting is not the road to take. It's bigger than a fight. It's something more courageous. It's having the audacity to love yourself enough that you will pay unyielding attention to yourself. You will finally pay attention to your body, pay attention to the nutrition it requires; the movement it requires; the rest it requires; and the appreciation it requires to make you the best you possible. In this episode you're going to hear from bestselling author Ty Bollinger about how we can make this happen. You're going to learn how we can take our power back as free, sovereign individuals to live a life that's worthy of us. You don't have to be afraid of cancer. This episode will prove it to you. Cancer doesn't have to be the end of your story. As a matter of fact, there are countless people who've eliminated cancer from their body through what Ty is sharing that will tell you it was actually the beginning of their story. Including Kristy, whose scans are below showing what's possible in as little as one month. Enjoy this episode and share it generously! In this episode you'll discover: 3 things to address immediately if conventional physicians give you a cancer diagnosis. How the nocebo effect can take your life faster than cancer will. The story of Kristy, the young mother of 3 who was diagnosed with breast cancer (see her scans below.) How the function of your internal organs impacts cancer development. What 3 specific phases I use to assist many cancer patients. What storied medicinal mushroom can incite programmed cell death in cancer cells. How chemotherapy affects human health long-term (the truth). How sugar fuels cancer cells. The shocking survival rate for people treated with chemotherapy (this long-term study reveals it all!) What form of cancer treatment is shown to be 93 percent effective at the one-year mark. Why pancreatic cancer is so aggressive (and how to stop it.) Why cancer doesn't just "happen" and what actually triggers cancer cell development. What leading breast cancer treatment is now classified as a Class A carcinogen. The must-see study showing how GMO foods are heavily linked to cancer. Items mentioned in this episode include: *Kristy's Scans * The Truth About Cancer - Podcast * Dr. Nicholas Gonzalez - Enzyme Therapy Cancer Treatment * Seralini GMO Cancer Study * The Truth About Cancer - Investigative Repost (Television Event!) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

You're going to be shocked when you find out what some food manufacturers are doing with your food. How do we know our food is actually safe, and who can we trust? We're going to dive into these topics today, as well as many other powerhouse tips and strategies to be as healthy as possible. A big part of success in long-term health is actually having a deep desire for healthy foods. Some people crave broccoli, while others crave donuts... What makes the difference in what foods you're driven to eat? You're about to find out today. We're also going to go into seven specific tips to change your taste buds. You're going to learn how to establish a healthy palate and actually desire more life-giving foods. So, whether you're a "seasoned" health veteran, or totally new to the game, you're about to discover lots of amazing things to help you spice things up. In this episode you'll discover: How parents can unknowingly create poor eating habits for children. My 25-year salad story (this is my ultimate confession). How my college education encouraged me to make my clients fail in their health. What food really is and what it has to do with your genetics. The real difference between fitness and health. Where to find the freshest produce. What happens when produce sits on the shelf for just a few days. How some meat manufacturers trick you into thinking their meat is fresh (scary!) The 7 tips to change your taste buds and crave more healthy food. What exercise has to do with your food choices. The #1 nutrition practice to change the "intelligence" of your body and palate. What your blood sugar has to do with food cravings. How sleep deprivation impacts your food choices. Why prebiotics and probiotics are important in managing your cravings. What you need to know about parasites and how they impact your diet. Items mentioned in this episode include: * The Fat Loss Code * Proof in the Pink? Meat Treated * Costco fish parasite - Video * Ninja Turtles Villain - Krang * The Wild Diet And Smart Exercise with Abel James - Podcast * Caveman Feast – Phone App * Natural Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes - Podcast * All Natural Cleanse Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

Have you heard of The Wild Diet? Are you interested in exercising less, eating more, and having a better body as a result of it? Well, today we're welcoming the Fat-Burning Man, Abel James, to the show. Abel is the host of one of the top health and wellness podcasts in the world. He features many of the top health experts on the planet (including yours truly :)) who come on to share their very best stuff. Abel has been a real spark maker in the health field the last few years. He's created an amazing platform to have these important conversations, and talk about the intelligent direction we really need to taking things. You're going to find out the interesting story about how Abel got started in all of this, and what Ninja Turtles and house fires have to do with it. Plus, we're also going to discuss Abel's own personal health practices while running a successful business and sharing his message with the world. In this episode you'll discover: Why changing your body composition and health might be easier than you think. How old school health and fitness info can be a catalyst for change. What "The Wild Diet" is. Why Whole Foods and whole foods are totally different things (you gotta to hear this!). How humans have become domesticated. What to do instead of eating processed health bars and shakes when you're on the go. What 3 things you can do right now to radically improve your health. Why you might want to try exercising in a fasted state. How your body type can determine the best nutrition approach for you. The #1 thing that people miss out on in their green smoothies. What free resource you can use to improve your happiness and productivity. Where you can find apps with some amazing fat-burning recipes. Why the idea of perfection is dangerous and unhealthy. Items mentioned in this episode include: * FatBurningMan.com *The Dangers Of Eating Gluten-Free - Podcast * Caveman Feast - Phone App * 14-Day Juice Challenge App * YoungAndRaw.com * Improve Self-Esteem And Strengthen Your Body Image - Podcast Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're looking at the many benefits of massage therapy. Massage has been clinically proven to help reduce depression and anxiety, improve hormone function, and boost the immune system. There are very few treatments that have such a wide array of benefits, and the history of massage itself may surprise you. Massage therapy is documented in some of the most storied ancient traditions (which you'll learn about today). Yet, even though it has a rich history, and it's clinically proven to be effective, massage has it fallen out of practice in modern medicine. Today you're going to understand why, and how massage is making a huge comeback in treatment for health and wellness. There are many forms and "styles" of massage to choose from. I've personally experienced deep tissue massage, Thai massage, reflexology, sports massage, Swedish massage, and even massage derived from Ayurveda. They all have unique aspects, but they all provide tremendous value when administered by a trained massage therapist. If you haven't gotten a massage for a while, this show is definitely going to inspire you to take that extra care of yourself, and make massage therapy a more consistent part of your life. In this episode you'll discover: The surprising percentage of people who get massages. Why you need to pay attention to the oils and lotions you put on your skin. Which ancient cultures utilized massage as a cornerstone of health. What Hippocrates, the "father of modern medicine", had to say about massage. Why massage has been pulled out of hospitals and replaced by medication. The different bodily systems that massage can help. What "feel good hormone" is instantly increased when touched by another person. Why massage is far better for localizing treatment than drugs are. How massage assists systemic healing too. The incredible clinical studies that show the benefits of massage. The impact that massage has on hormone and immune function. How massage intelligently affects inflammation. A surprising study showing how massage compares to drugs for pain and functionality. When the best time to get a massage is if you workout. The incredible impact massage has on infants and premature babies. The dangers of taking antibiotics haphazardly. What some of the best forms of massage are. What the benefits of deep tissue massage are (and my Karate Man story). How often you are recommended to get a massage. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Cancer Truth With Ty Bollinger - Podcast * Improve your digestion, assimilation, and elimination - Podcast * How stress can make us fat, dumb, and unhappy - Podcast * A healthy lifestyle you can stomach - Video Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're sharing exercise secrets for a better body and better health. When it comes to exercise programs, there isn't really much new under the sun. Whatever's popular has usually been here before in some form or fashion. P90-X, Bootcamps, Supersets, drop sets, 300 different types of yoga, pilates, sprint training, cross fit, and countless other exercise approaches claim to be the best thing ever, but really apply many of the same principles. Just about every form of exercise will provide incredible value if utilized in the right way. But how can we take the best pieces from these things, and put them together to get the greatest benefit in the shortest amount of time? Let me introduce you to Hybrid Training. This form of exercise will give you the most bang for your buck. Not just for the sake of body image and burning fat (which it will definitely do that), but for the sake of staying youthful longer, having better biomarkers of health, and building a functional, fit body. Have a look a what you're going to learn today, and remember to grab your bonus workout template after listening to the show! In this episode you'll discover: Why the majority of exercise programs are really the same (just packaged differently). What hybrid training is and why it's more effective than other training strategies. How many different muscle fiber types there really are. Which muscle fibers you need to focus on for the biggest results. What muscle fiber recruitment is. Why muscle is actually CRITICAL to staying younger longer. Why your body is more likely to retain fat when doing conventional "cardio" exercise. How some forms of exercise compliment certain body types and not others. What my exclusive Hybrid Training Program is (get the template right here). How to warm-up before exercise in the smartest way possible. How a heavy weight lifting set affects your hormones. The truth about getting 6-pack abs or a flat stomach faster. Hands down, the #1 exercise for eliminating body fat. Items mentioned in this episode include: * The Fat Loss Code Program! * Bonus Hybrid Training Template Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're covering the important topic of body image and self-esteem. Recently there's been alarming data revealed about body image and the media. We are trained, at an early age, to under-appreciate ourselves, and strive for a programmed belief of what perfection is. Most people today struggle with body image issues. Yet, it's something that's hardly ever discussed because it's so deeply ingrained in our culture to have them. Today we're going to shine a light on a major problem that's at the core of eating disorders, depression, and numerous other issues affecting our health and happiness. By the end of the show, you'll know exactly how to create a positive body image, and use it as a catalyst for a healthier, happier life. In this episode you'll discover: How a video revealed that people view themselves as less attractive than they really are. How magazines and popular media are tricking people into false expectations. What important realization we need to have about uniqueness. What "borrowed desires" are and what they do to us. How we reaffirm our opinion of ourselves with our lifestyle choices (this is life-changing!) The critical "check-in" you need to do with yourself when working towards a goal. How our identity can make or break us. Why your need to be aware of your BP (blueprint) vs. your LC (life conditions) Whether or not men tend to struggle with body image issues. The 6 tips to change your body image and strengthen the opinion of yourself. Why envy and jealously depress your progress. A powerful exercise to create a deeper appreciation of your body. How receiving compliments has been distorted in our modern society. Where our beliefs about beauty actually come from and how to change them. What the ultimate gauge for measuring your progress is. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Real Beauty Sketches - Video * Underground Wellness Show * How Stress Can Make Us Fat, Dumb, And Unhappy - Podcast Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're discussing one of the biggest underlying causes of poor health and unwanted weight gain. It's a highly misunderstood phenomenon called STRESS. Stress is defined as a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances. The definition of stress makes it sound even worse, but stress really doesn't have to be all that bad. You see, we actually need stress to grow, develop, and change. Mentally, physically, and spiritually stress helps us to reach more of our potential. The problem is when chronic stress creeps in, and individuals don't have stress management strategies to deal with it. The result is over 90 percent of all physician visits today are for stress-related illnesses. And if stress goes unchecked, if can also lead to excess body fat, poor mental performance, and even chronic depression. But how does stress do all of this really? In today's episode your going to learn exactly how stress works inside your brain, organs, and body overall. You're going to learn what the symptoms of stress are, simple tips for stress relief, plus a whole lot more to help you master stress for good. In this episode you'll discover: The 4 ways that you can make yourself fat (2 of them are often overlooked). Why some people who exercise frequently & eat a healthy diet still struggle to lose weight. The gland in your body that's responsible for hunger, fatigue, calorie allocation, and more. How your perception of life influences your hormone output. What endocrine gland is responsible for producing your "youth" hormones. Why cholesterol is critical to hormone production. Why cortisol and DHEA are two opposite, but important hormones. What affects cortisol has on your body (this is crazy!) The role DHEA play on sex hormone function. The interesting link between ancient Ayurvedic medicine and today's knowledge of endocrine glands. What your "stress load" is and why it's important. How stress can depress your brain function. Why stress triggers more emotional reactions and less self-control. The 4 simple tips to de-stress to better results. How your breathing habits influence your HPA-axis and endocrine function. How to get your blood more alkaline than any green juice for FREE. What you can do to instantly de-stress and center yourself. Why habits and rituals are important in relaxation. How to use "radical optimism" to de-stress. What some of the most successful people in the world do to de-stress. Items mentioned in this episode include: * The Top 7 Longevity Tips with Peter Ragnar - Podcast * Chiropractic Health & Wellness - Podcast * The Fat Loss Code Program * Conan O'Brien - Alex Trebek has gone insane * Health Benefits Of Qigong - Podcast * Good Morning, Good Evening Qigong Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're discussing the many benefits of chiropractic care. The field of chiropractic has been around for over 100 years as a safe, reliable form of patient diagnosis, treatment and prevention. It has grown rapidly in public awareness and appreciation in the last decade, and today we're going to shine a spotlight on why that is. Many people are surprised to hear that several of the world's elite athletes have a doctor of chiropractic in their corner at all times. Numerous professional sports teams have a chiropractor on staff to help ensure the health and wellness of the players. Maybe it might be obvious for athletic injury or trauma, but chiropractors care for their patients far beyond back problems. As you'll find out in today's show, chiropractic care can treat and even reverse chronic issues that conventional medicine often struggles with. Whether or not you're experienced in chiropractic care, you're going to learn a lot from this show, and hopefully have your health improved as a result of it. In this episode you'll discover: What the real purpose of chiropractic is. How chiropractic care actually works (this is profound!) How stem cells work to regenerate tissues. Why the internal environment of the body is critical in the healing process. Why it's better to treat the person than to treat conditions. Why chiropractic tends to focus more on educating patients than treating symptoms. How your spine and nervous system are intimately connected. What subluxations are and what can cause them. How chiropractic adjustments influence your major organs (heart, lungs, kidneys, etc). How Superman slowly lost his life (serious ah-ha moment here!) The secret of how one of the most popular blood pressure medications is made. Why chiropractic adjustments are important even when you're not in pain. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Curing The Incurable with Shawn Stevenson - Underground Wellness Interview * The Biology of Belief by Dr. Bruce Lipton - Book * 21 Ways To Cure Your Sleep Problems (Part 1) * Why You Can't Lose Weight (The Truth) * Proficient Chiropractic Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're discussing a topic that's absolutely critical in our world today. Child birth and pregnancy has gradually been shifting out of the hands of women and their families, and more into the hands of conventional medicine. Many people are shocked to find out that the U.S. has the second worst ranking in the entire developed world for infant death rate. It's time to put the power back in the hands of mothers to raise strong, healthy children, and it all begins with being informed. To help talk about this topic today, I've brought on a special guest who inspires me everyday, my beautiful wife Anne Stevenson. She's going to be sharing some incredible insights about having a healthy, safe pregnancy and child birth that you simply won't hear anywhere else. This is an amazing show in so many ways, and important for both women and men to hear. Whether you're expecting a child, not having kids for many years, or giving birth is far in your past, this information is vital for you to share with the people you care about. In this episode you'll discover: Why the Joint Commission is cracking down on C-sections and interventions during birth. How being born vaginally impacts the baby's immune system. Why your birthing process starts way before the day you give birth. How exercise is helpful to a successful labor and child birth. How to utilize exercise to improve the connection between mom and baby during pregnancy. What affirmative techniques can be used to help mom with her mental and emotional wellness. Why having supportive, knowledgeable people of natural child birth in your life is important. What a home birth labor and delivery is like (this is a unique step-by-step example). Why having more freedom to move around during labor is so significant. How consciously eliminating stressors during labor can be helpful. What the benefit of the birthing tub really is. Why going "primal" was so helpful in this birthing process. What the role of the father/partner is in the birthing process. The shocking number of labors that are induced in the U.S. and their impact on C-section rates. What the potential side effects of synthetic oxytocin are. Why giving birth while lying on your back can be problematic for some women. The 8 steps to a healthy pregnancy and birthing process. How to handle family members and friends who are not supportive of your birthing decisions. What critical things need to be considered in a birthing plan. What some of the big nutrition do's and don'ts are during pregnancy. Items mentioned in this episode include: * The Business Of Being Born - Movie * The Business Of Being Born - Website * Ian May's Guide to Childbirth - Book * Active Birth: The New Approach to Giving Birth Naturally - Book Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're discussing the proven and potential dangers of cell phone usage. The reality is, cell phones aren't going anywhere, and our dependency and use for them is only going to grow. But how is this affecting our health? You might be surprised to know that cell phone usage is now proven to cause multiple forms of cancer. You might also be surprised to know that hardly any health organizations are out there talking about it. Today's show isn't just delving into the serious problems surrounding cell phone usage, it's also going into strategies to use the cell phone safely and get the most from our electronic buddy. In this episode you'll discover: The shocking warning label that the World Health Organization gave to cell phone users. How cell phone usage is linked to parotid gland cancer tumors. Why cell phone usage is so much more dangerous to children (this is scary). Why all cell phones have to transmit radiation to be effective (even if you're not on a call). What studies reveal about cell phone usage and brain cancer. The shocking percentage of people that sleep with their cell phone. How keeping a cell phone on your hip affects your pelvic bones. What electromagnetic fields (EMFs) really are. How EMFs impact us on a cellular level. The effects that cell phone radiation has on sperm. How cellphone usage by pregnant mothers damages fetal development. Why women who carry their cell phone in their bra are especially susceptible to breast cancer. The surprising impact that cell phone usage has on sleep. How checking your phone as soon as you wake up is crippling your productivity. The top 10 safe cell phone tips. What the pros and cons of using a bluetooth device are. Why using your phone when you have a poor signal can be especially dangerous. Where to store your phone when you're on the go. The common side-effects people get from cell phone usage. How cell phone usage is influencing our interaction and relationships. A simple tip to ensure that your cell phone doesn't block your productivity and progress. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Cell phone and brain cancer - The Interphone Study * Dressed to kill - The cancer and bra connection Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're talking about the all too taboo subject of pooping. It's something that everybody does, but most people never talk about it. Your digestion and colon health are truly important keys to longevity and overall wellness. If you're not eliminating waste properly, it's only a matter of time before a huge problem shows up. In today's show we're going to cover some critical tips to improve your digestive health and elimination immediately. One of the biggest issues today is not knowing how to poop in the first place (not kidding). We all poop. It's natural. But in our modern society we're trained to poop in a way that's abnormal and can lead to some serious health issues. From the proper pooping position, to optimal nutrition, to emotional issues surrounding digestion, we've got it all for you right now! In this episode you'll discover: Why talking about poop is such a taboo subject. What the puborectalis muscle is and how it controls your bowels. What our natural pooping position is. Why many people today can't get into the right position to poop. The 6 dangers of sitting on a standard toilet. Why a surprisingly high number of people die on the toilet. How your colon recycles waste back into your system. How your digestive health affects your attitude. The shocking length of time that some people go without pooping. How hemorrhoids become inflamed and why they're a big money-maker. What diverticulosis is and why it's a hidden health threat. What your toilet paper use can tell you about your ability to eliminate properly. How poor elimination is connected to colon cancer. What "epigenetics" means and how it influences your life. What important (and overlooked) functions your colon has. The impact that your colon can have on your adrenal glands and energy. Why laxatives give a false sense of good elimination. What prolapse is and why you NEVER want to have this happen. Why you absolutely must have a squatty potty in your home. How to easily give yourself an "inner bath" to hydrate your internal organs. Why popular fiber cereals are not working the way you think they are. What critical nutrition tips will help you have healthy bowel movements. 3 superfoods that can improve your digestion. The emotional issues commonly related to constipation. Why exercise is important to digestive health. Items mentioned in this episode include: Anorectal angle image The Stall - Seinfeld Episode Dr. Norman Walker - Book featuring colon chart The Truth About Breast Cancer - Podcast Cancer Truth with Ty Bollinger - Podcast Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're breaking down the new research showing that sitting too much is as bad for you as smoking cigarettes. Hearing something like this may be hard to believe, but the data is in, and the numbers don't lie. We are a culture that loves our comfy chairs and couches. There's more on t.v., infinite things to do on the internet, and just sitting around talking is a favorite pastime as well. There is nothing inherently wrong with any of that, but the uninterrupted hours we spend doing it all is destroying our health. The impact on our waistline, the impact on our health biomarkers, the impact it has on nearly aspect of our lives is going to shock you. And what do we do about it anyway once we know the truth? You're about to learn about that as well and I promise it's going to be a life-saver. In this episode you'll discover: What new religion has been created by chronic sitting. The #1 reason that sitting too much is as bad for you as smoking. The shocking number of hours that people are sitting each day. Why even if you exercise, sitting too much will destroy your health. How sitting can have the same negative health consequences as being weightless in space (according to NASA). What happens to your blood when you sit too long. How we're being trained to sit longer from a very early age. Why taking breaks is critical to preventing diabetes. The impact that sitting has on your waist size. How sitting causes back pain (it's not what you may think). The 5 tips to stay mobile throughout the day. What free app you can get to help you stay hydrated and active. Why you must do this specific stress to counteract the effects of sitting. How to make your business meetings 100 times healthier. How to upgrade your desk to make your workspace better for you. The simple device that can help you stand and talk instead of sit and write. How to gamify your t.v. time to keep your family healthier. How to sit better to protect your spine and internal organs. Why you MUST be able to squat (or your health will suffer greatly). How your clothes can determine whether you're active or not. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Sir Ken Robinson: Do schools kill creativity? * Hip flexor stretch video * The Resting Squat - How Squatting Makes You More Human Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're talking about some of the "inner-game" tactics for creating the body and health you want. So many people today are suffering, not from poor nutrition, but from lack of purpose and feeling unfulfilled in their lives. If you're not happy with who you are and what you're doing, then getting your health in order will likely be a losing battle. This show is so important because we're going over specific strategies and mindset shifts that can help you to start living your life with a sense of purpose and fulfillment. So get ready, click play, and prepare for a paradigm shift! In this episode you'll discover: Why superheroes are so interesting to many of us. How stress can be harmful or helpful (it depends on you). How to proactively make yourself mentally stronger. Why you need to shift from paranoia to pronoia. Why humans are hard-wired to be afraid. The right approach to handling your fears (this is golden!). Why so many people don't achieve the success they want. Why villains and adversaries are important for development. How we justify not living the life that we want. How getting out of your "comfort zone" can actually make you more comfortable. Questions to ask to uncover what your purpose is. Why the human mind is hard-wired to answer questions. The disempowering questions that can sabotage your success. 7 empowering questions you can use to instantly change your results. Items mentioned in this episode include: * How To Discover Your Superpowers * ReWild Yourself with Daniel Vitalis - Podcast * The Top 7 Longevity Tips with Peter Ragnar - Podcast Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're excited to welcome one of my greatest teachers, Peter Ragnar! If you don't know him yet, prepare to have your mind blown because I guarantee that he's going to stick in your heart and mind for a very long time. Peter Ragnar is a best-selling author and leading authority in the field of health and longevity. He has authored over 30 books and published courses on every aspect of health and personal development. People from all over the world go to great lengths to learn from him, and now, here today, I have him for you on The Model Health Show to share some of his best insights to help you achieve greater levels of health, energy, and vitality. In this episode you'll discover: The big mistake that people make when thinking about time and growing old. What the present moment has to do with living a happy life. When your "muscle prime" is over and how much muscle you'll lose if you don't take action. Why time doesn't really age you. What the cause of aging really is. What the best form of exercise is to stay young and energetic longer. The form of exercise that can make you lose your butt (be careful! lol). How to use exercise to produce more human growth hormone (the "youth hormone") Why you might not want to use the word "anti-aging". The physiological cues to what the best longevity foods are for humans. Why many vegetarians are not actually healthy. Why hemp seed is an ideal source of protein. What nitrogen has to do with your protein intake and muscle mass. Why water and proper hydration are critical to longevity. The fresh-made juice that can be more hydrating than water. The impact sleep has on aging (this is critical!) Why self-esteem is significant to living a long, healthy life. How money and prosperity can affect your health. Why you need to manage your stress to avoid financial losses. How to make your brain grow and improve (no matter what age you are). What meditation really is and how it affects your mind and body. The form of exercise even Dr. Oz says will help you live to 100. (It's right here.) Items mentioned in this episode include: * Good Morning, Good Evening Qigong <- Get this program! * The Health Benefits of Qigong - Podcast with Sensei Tristan Truscott * Peter explaining how ours cells are like batteries - Video * How many senior citizens do you know that can move like this? - Video Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're covering some of the trendy, "hot" products in the fitness world today. Every week dozens of new, interesting fitness and health devices are hitting the market. Many of them claim that they can help you to lose weight and burn fat faster, but does the science really back them up? We've got to have a more discerning and conscious mind when investing our time and money into these new fitness trends. Sure, science is going to uncover better and more efficient ways of getting a better body, but 9 times out of ten it's still going to come back to the basics: eat real food, do intense exercise a few times a week, and sleep like you're going to get paid for it. Healthy diet plans and exercising for fat loss often take a backseat when the newest, hottest fitness trend hits the scene. Can a product that says using it can get you the benefit of 45 minutes of exercise in just 6 minutes be real? Well, we're about to go deep into that subject matter to find out if any of these things truly stack up. In this episode you'll discover: The psychology used to induce people to buy these trendy weight loss and fitness products. Why the hot new "skinny body wraps" can't possibly eliminate fat from your body. Why making you hate yourself is a sly, dirty marketing tactic that actually works. How to develop more emotional fitness and not fall for weight loss gimmicks. What the Shake Weight is and why we need parental advisory to watch the infomercial. The honest assessment of the Shake Weight's ability to influence your hormones. What the vibration plate is and what it's really effective for. The one common thing that changes people's bodies when they use weight loss gadgets or supplements. Why "sauna suits" can be dangerous. How sauna suits stress your system the wrong way and decrease your performance. Whether or not saunas are good for weight loss. Why wearing a slimming belt over your waist while exercising can block your muscles from firing. The nasty ingredient found in the "all natural" skinny body wrap cream. How society has led people to believe that they are not good enough. What the #1 exercise for a nice butt really is. What beneficial physical therapy tool has been hyped up to be another fat loss miracle. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Shake Weight infomercial * Rico Suave * The Best Exercises For Abs - Plus 3 Keys To Making Abdominal Exercises More Effective Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! CLICK HERE to leave a review for the show!

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're going in to the step-by-step actions you need to take if you, or a loved one, is diagnosed with a disease. Most people are surprised to hear that an estimated 225,000 deaths per year are due to conventional medical treatment of traumas and diseases. It's more important than ever to be aware of your body and the rights you have when you step into a hospital setting. Iatrogenesis has consistently been the 3rd leading cause of death, right behind cancer and heart disease. Iatrogenesis is derived from the Greek iatros meaning physician, and genesis meaning created. We have millions of well-meaning health practitioners in our world today, but it's your responsibility to know what actions to take first so that you're not leaving your health up to chance. Being armed with the information you're going to learn today, you'll be able to make strong, intelligent decisions. From this point forward if a disease diagnosis or trauma happens, you'll know what specific actions to take. This episode is literally going to save lives. I know this for certain. In this episode you'll discover: What 2 general situations you'll be in when you receive a diagnosis. Why getting a disease diagnosis can be a positive experience. What a diagnosis means (the truth). How a disease diagnosis can change how you identify yourself. A simple language shift that can help you break free from the disease. How the cells in your body are controlled by your internal "government". The shocking statics showing placebo cure rates. What the placebo effect is. How the dose-response curve for placebos compare with real medications. Other things (besides medical changes) that placebos can affect. What the nocebo effect is and how it impacts your life. The tragic nocebo effect story of Sam Shoeman. How we give away our power and the responsibility for our health to others. The 4 steps to take after you receive a diagnosis. What questions you need to ask after a diagnosis. Who you need to consult with immediately after getting a diagnosis. You're #1 responsibility after you receive a diagnosis (you MUST do this). Items mentioned in this episode include: * Dr. Bernie Siegel, M.D. * Lissa Rankin, M.D. * The Fat Loss Code Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! CLICK HERE to leave a review for the show!

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're talking about some of the most powerful and important superfoods in our world today. Not only are you going to learn about some of the rare nutrients you can find in these superfoods, but you're also going to learn where to find the best sources (thanks to our special guest Kristen Morelli). It doesn't matter how great a superfood or supplement is if it's not produced with care and ethics. The supplement industry is largely unregulated today and so many binders, fillers, and additives are showing up in most supplements. Are popular chemical additives like magnesium stearate harmful to us or not? You're going to find out about that today. On the lighter side, when you have whole food sourced superfood supplements, it can literally be a life-changer. What superfoods can give you more energy, enhance your immune system, boost libido, and even protect against early aging? Are you interested in protecting your heart or defending your body from infections? Well, these are the superfoods that can help you do all of this and more. They are well researched, extremely safe, and clinically proven to be effective. In this episode you'll discover: What superfoods really are. (You won't hear this anywhere else!) Why the World Health Organization is looking at superfoods to help end world hunger. Why it's CRITICAL that you incorporate superfoods into your diet today. What you need to look for on your supplement labels. The chemical additives found in most supplements (you need to look out for these!) The negative side effects magnesium stearate can have on your body. Why GLA is important and what superfood has it. What the #1 antioxidant for your vision is. What rare nutrient found in spirulina can help boost stem cell production. The superfood that can radically increase your stamina (for sports and other things). ;-) What polysaccharides are and why you need them. How cordyceps can help "train" your immune system to work better. Why coconut oil is more than just "food". What MCTs are and how they give you energy. How coconut oil provides anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-candida effects. What the highest chlorophyll food is and what it can do for your health. What superfood provides you with protective DNA and RNA (hint: it's definitely not Twinkies) Why it's dangerous to get spirulina and chlorella from toxic areas. The rare antioxidant found in açaí that can protect you from heart disease. Why vitamin C is important for more than just your immune system. What superfood contains a usable form of B12 (critical for energy!) What antioxidant is directly linked to having a longer life span. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Superfood flow chart (PDF Bonus from the show) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! CLICK HERE to leave a review for the show!

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're doing something really special and really cool. You're about to find out some of the things in my personal "secret stash". These are things that keep me healthy, energized, and sane in my busy life. You're about to find out what the best snacks for fat loss are, the best device for your abs, and even the best sports drink (careful, it's not what you think). In this episode you'll discover: What the best food bars are and what ingredients to look for. Why certain health foods can cost more money. How the ancient Mayans used chocolate (hint: they weren't making candy bars with it!) What the best homes exercise equipment is. The equipment you can use to do inversions at home (alleviate back pain). What a rebounder is and what exercises you can do with it. How socks can damage your lymphatic systems. What a foam roller is and why it's so valuable. Why using a stability ball can make abdominal exercises more effective. What's the best equipment for abs (you may be surprised). What my favorite snack food is. Why nuts and seeds need to be "germinated" for the best results. The most important thing I look for in exercise shoes. What the best cross training shoes are. The #1 distinction you need to have when choosing your drinking water. What the best bottled water is. What the best sports drink is (this one's all natural and powerful). Items mentioned in this episode include: * Wellness Wonderland - Interview with Shawn Stevenson * 10 Reason Your Body Can Become Resistant to Weight Loss * Two Moms In The Raw * Wild Bars * How Chocolate Can Save The World - TEDx * Fatal Fat Loss Mistake - Eating Carbs Before You Exercise * SPRI EVA Foam roller * Living Intentions - Gone Nuts * The Key To Quantum Health - Book * ReWild Yourself With Daniel Vitalis Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! CLICK HERE to leave a review for the show!

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're examining the underlying triggers that can make your body resistant to losing weight. Eating special weight loss foods, taking supplements for weight loss, and doing hours of exercise won't matter if you have one of these underlying issues. This is why this is such an important and powerful topic for everyone to know about. Also, tomorrow is the big New Year, New Body 2014 webinar, so make sure to get signed up at the banner below. Enjoy the show! In this episode you'll discover: What "set point" is and why your body will resist weight change. How to change your body's set point the smart way. Why you might not want to change your eating and exercise habits all at once. Why eating too few calories can wreck your metabolism. How the calories in various foods affect your body differently. What hormones have to do with the calories you eat. Why eating "empty calories" makes it easier to gain weight. Why your genes literally expect you to lift weights. What playing can do for your health and longevity. Why doing cardio to "balance out" bad behavior is a horrible idea. Why doing conventional cardio for weight loss doesn't work for most people. How low-fat diets can disorient your metabolism and cause weight gain. The high fat foods that can help your lose weight and improve your health. Why using conventional weight loss supplements are problematic. What your thyroid does and why it's susceptible to dysfunction. Why digestive problems can cause unwanted weight gain. Why eating foods "fortified" with nutrients causes weight problems. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Cutting Calories Will Never Work For Long-term Weight Loss * Natural Treatment For Heart Disease, High Cholesterol & High Blood Pressure * Avoid These 8 Foods At All Cost! - Podcast

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're diving deep into the world of sustainable weight loss. Have you ever wondered "how" your body actually gains weight? What's going on in your body that actually makes this process happen? Well, today we're going to break this down in simple way that everyone can use to their advantage. We're also going to discuss the leading anti-aging research to see how it relates to weight loss as well. There are so many critical angles that are being overlooked in the discussion of weight loss, and that's what this series leading up to New Year, New Body 2014 is all about (make sure to get registered for the live event if you haven't already). To wrap things up we're going to cover a subject that's in a lot of people's blind spot keeping them tired, overweight, and depressed: STRESS. This is an action-packed new episode, so buckle your seatbelt and let's get to it! In this episode you'll discover: A subconscious reason why people lose weight then gain it all back again. Why you can "get away" with eating junk food as a kid but you can't when you get older. How to get your body back after pregnancy (the truth about it). The built in "biological clock" we have that can tell us how long we'll live. Things that are PROVEN to shorten the life of your DNA and end your life faster. What recent discovery can literally make your DNA print out younger versions of you. The most important information about what causes weight gain that you'll ever here! Why cutting calories to lose weight does NOT work long-term. Why the calories on food labels don't tell you the whole story. How hormones control the impact that calories have on your body. Why haphazardly cutting calories can damage your metabolism and make you gain more weight long-term. How your thinking influences your cell's behavior. Why eating MORE food could solve your weight loss problems. What food categories you need to focus on to encourage long-term weight loss. What the benefits of dietary fats really are (get ready for a big ah-ha! moment). The part of your brain that's actually responsible for the calories you take in. What gland in your body is responsible for producing the "youth hormone". How stress impacts your endocrine system and makes you gain weight. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Why You Can't Lose Weight (The Truth) - Podcast * Fountain of Youth - Telomerase & it's effect on cells Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! CLICK HERE to leave a review for the show!

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're having a real, heart-to-heart conversation about why most people simply can't lose weight. Millions of people have tried, failed, and tried again to lose weight but have come up short in the end. Why has this happened to so many good people? The reality is, it doesn't matter how good you are, it doesn't matter how smart you are, if you're not following the principles we're talking about today you will undoubtedly struggle and fail in the end. People all over the world that HAVE achieved the weight loss they wanted have all followed these principles. They are simple, fundamental laws to get you from where you are, to where you want to be with your body and your life. Listen in with an open heart and open mind, and I know that you'll finally discover what's been holding you back. In this episode you'll discover: Why the steps to losing weight are EASY but most people still can't do it. What the "social brain" is and how it's controlling the results in your life. How mirror neurons work to program your thoughts and actions. Why having low quality food in your house literally messes with your mind. How your friends impact your health and habits (the real science behind it). What Albert Einstein said about changing our mindset. A simple practice you can do every morning to keep a positive, healthy mindset. The most important decision you have to make if you want to lose weight. Why your "reason" for losing weight is more important than how you lose weight. What happens to me when I see people's shopping carts full of unhealthy food. The 3 levels of service and understanding that you can bring to someone's life. Why you have far more time to exercise and eat healthy than you realize. How time itself is a huge oversight when you're trying to lose weight (hint: life is short). Why having a healthy lifestyle is a cliche that most people don't follow. Why just one small mistake can make people "fall off the wagon" in their weight loss program. Items mentioned in this episode include: * Friends And Family Influence On Your Health, Cheat Meals, Haters - Podcast * Rewild Yourself With Daniel Vitalis - Podcast Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! CLICK HERE to leave a review for the show!

In this episode of The Model Health Show we're doing another popular Q and A session! I get some really interesting, helpful, and even some pretty weird questions everyday. But the only bad question is the one you don't ask. Today I'm giving several solutions for getting rid of headaches naturally, and even an exercise to get rid of a headache in 2 minutes or less (check it out in the show notes below). I'm also going to answer a question regarding how exercise influences your intelligence. I'm going from Elmer Fudd to Richard Branson on this question, so be prepared ;). In addition to a "surprise" question at the end, we're also going to discuss the truth about Subway Restaurant. All I can say is that if you're a sandwich artist the appraisal of your sandwiches is about to take a nose dive. In this episode you'll discover: What the 4 types of headaches are. What major nutrient deficiencies cause headaches. How dehydration causes headaches. What electrolytes are and why they're important. Why (in acute situations) caffeine can get rid of headaches. How caffeine withdrawal causes headaches. A powerful visualization exercise that can help you get rid of your headache in 2 minutes or less (here's a clip). Why inversions are important for nourishing your brain. What acupressure point you can massage to get rid of your headache naturally. The molecule produced in your brain during exercise that makes you smarter. An amazing study showing that, even in old age, exercise can rejuvenate your brain. The #1 thing you can do to be more productive (thanks for the tip Richard Branson!) Why Subway Restaurant fails on food quality. The ingredient in Subway's sandwiches that's been banned in several countries (you MUST know about this!) Why you can eat a perfect diet, exercise, and still not lose weight. Items mentioned in this episode include: * How To Get Rid Of A Headache - Advanced Strategies (Article) * Sodium-Potassium Pump - Video * Help Me Sleep - 21 Ways To Cure Your Sleep Problems - Podcast * Get Rid Of A Headache Follow-Along Exercise (Audio) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! CLICK HERE to leave a review for the show!