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When did static stretches get the boot? In today’s episode, we welcome them back. Because who doesn’t love a good stretch? Some studies have found that static stretching pre-workout may decrease muscle power output for one to three minutes before going back to normal. Is that a reason to give up on static stretching? We say, NO, especially because stretching in the long term has been shown to increase muscle power output!
We invite you to improve your flexibility and strength, reduce inflammation, have freedom of movement, and feel relaxed with us! We not only talk about when to stretch and the benefits of static stretches, coaches Kelsea, Rachael, Isley and Chelsy show you the stretches! Did you know you can watch this podcast on Spotify and YouTube? Tune in!
(00:00:00) Welcome and Rachael’s embarrassing story(00:09:40) Intro to topic: stretching is imperative for your health
(00:14:35) The controversy surrounding static stretching
(00:19:45) The difference between static and dynamic stretching
(00:20:50) Clarifying the results found on static stretching studies
(00:22:24) How to Increase flexibility to prevent injury
(00:26:43) How to reduce inflammation
(00:30:05) How to improve strength
(00:31:28) How to gain freedom of movement
(00:32:20) Intentional movement for relaxation and mental wellbeing
(00:33:20) How to aid digestion
(00:34:20) How to watch and stretch with us on Spotify and YouTube right now
(00:34:50) What to do before you start stretching
(00:36:19) Stretch with us!
(00:50:53) Rachael’s myofascial release she does every day for her feet
(00:52:20) Kelsea’s foam roller: a game changer every day for back relief
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3273886/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25127084/
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It’s no secret that we are big advocates of listening to our bodies and taking control of our health. Today we are taking a look at the Ayurvedic lifestyle and how it can help you do just that. It’s a different approach to health and another tool for your toolbox that is rooted in nature. It’s been called a preventive lifestyle and a path to peace and vitality. If you are looking for balance and alignment, wanting to feel whole again, or want to build a hearty immune system, take a look at Ayurveda.
Ayurveda has been using powerful plant based medicines from nature’s pharmacy for more than five thousand years, to prevent health issues like inflammation before they become problematic. Dr. Shivani Gupta is here to share some ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with us. Tune in to hear a discussion on circadian rhythm, gut health, and detoxing from an Ayurvedic perspective. Ever wondered about your Dosha, a yogic diet or what super spices are? After the episode, take Dr. Gupta’s quiz to find your Dosha. We did and it was enlightening!
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(00:00:00) Welcome Shivani Gupta, CEO, Fusionary Formulas, TV Show Host, Ayurvedic Practitioner, Public Speaker, Author, Teacher
(00:02:08) How Dr. Gupta became an industry leader in alternative medicines and Ayurveda as a preventive medicine, a new approach to health for western society
(00:09:02) Ayurveda and the methodology behind it
(00:13:32) What a Dosha is and how to know yours
(00:21:40) Inflammation levels and how knowing your Dosha can help
(00:28:12) Signs to look for that point to higher levels of inflammation
(00:34:31) Powerful plant based medicines and how we could be using them
(00:40:30) A highly recommended supplement from “nature’s pharmacy”
(00:44:33) The recommended way to get that supplement into our bodies
(00:50:50) Why Circadian Rhythm is so important
(00:56:17) Where to hear more from Dr. Shivani Gupta
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In the first event of the 2024 CrossFit Games, a 3.5 mile run followed by an 800m swim, athlete Lazar Dukic drowned approximately 100m from the finish line. He was 28 years old. He was an experienced swimmer and a highly accomplished crossfit athlete competing in the games alongside his younger brother.
This tragedy brought up a lot of feelings from the community for the loss of a friend and for the safety of the athletes at the Games. Today we talk about the decisions that were made by HQ and how the athletes and the PFAA responded. We take a look at the data and at athlete safety on the list of priorities in sporting events, especially swimming portions of athletic competitions. We discuss the level of secrecy involved in “the test”. We’ve been a part of this tight knit community for a very long time and our hearts are broken.
GoFundMe for Lazar’s Family
(00:07:00) What happened to Lazar Dukic at the 2024 Crossfit games.
(00:12:59) Response to people asking if CrossFitters should be in the water.
(00:17:51) Was this preventable?
(00:25:51) Previous warning signs and personal experience.
(00:29:28) The PFAA, HQ and “the test”.
(00:34:20) The decision to continue the games and athlete responses.
(00:39:10) Behind the resentment for HQ.
(00:44:16) A closer look at a third party investigation.
(00:47:06) The unknown cause of death, negligence and the need for precautions onsite.
(00:50:56) A look at the data and misinformation when it comes to swimming events in sports.
(0056:32) The advisory committee’s role at HQ and the need for checks and balances.
(01:06:43) CrossFit is an incredible community that we love.
(01:11:29) GoFundMe for Lazar Dukic.
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Teresa LaMasters, MD, FACS, FASMBS, DABOM, DABS-FPMBS, a highly qualified professional with expertise in the medical management of obesity, joins us today to answer your questions about weight loss surgery and weight loss medicine. Among her many accolades, she is the Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery at UnityPoint Clinic Weight Loss Specialists in West Des Moines, Iowa and has performed over 4000 bariatric surgeries in the past 17+ years.
How do we talk about body positivity, health at all sizes and obesity as a disease in the same sentence? In this episode we address the stigma surrounding weight loss surgery and emphasize that obesity is a life threatening medical condition that can and should be treated, and as early as possible. Did you know obesity is a brain disease? Understanding obesity is so important, not only for those struggling with it, but for everyone, because it is so prevalent. Today, Dr. LaMasters opens our eyes to this misunderstood health condition and leaves us with some tools and hope for the future.
Dr. LaMasters Links:
UnityPoint Clinic Weight Loss
Dr. LaMasters: [email protected]
Obesity Action Coalition
ASMBS
Active Bariatric Nutrition
Obesity Medicine Association
(00:00:00) Introducing Teresa LaMasters
(00:02:43) Teresa LaMasters’ personal story and what led her into this field.
(00:05:54) The stigma associated with the disease. It’s not a willpower problem.
(00:09:40) Walking the line between body positivity, health at all sizes, and obesity as a disease.
(00:11:03) Obesity is complex, there’s no one-size-fits-all treatment, and the role genetics play.
(00:16:04) Judgment, frustration, shame and blame for those with the disease.
(00:17:40) Why obesity is a “brain disease” and how it feels unfair.
(00:24:29) The importance of getting treatment asap, your body’s idea of normal and trying to get to perfection.
(00:30:45) BMI calculation is a useful tool but isn’t always an accurate measure of obesity for athletes, and other measures to employ.
(00:38:10) Getting nutritional needs met after surgery and myths about calorie intake, specifically for athletes. The importance of what you eat and when, and navigating bad advice.
(00:45:15) Post bariatric patients can be athletes and what to expect realistically.
(00:47:28) Macros and any type of diet that supports muscle growth after surgery, and dieticians that specialize in bariatric athletes.
(00:52:36) Thoughts on Ozempic and similar drugs, food noise, and the support needed when taking the medication.
(01:15:30) How to get in touch with Dr. LaMasters and helpful resources
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Do you feel overstimulated and underwhelmed at the same time? Like there’s so much coming at you, but you still feel empty somehow? Overstimulation can be like trying to nap on a trampoline in the middle of a birthday party. There are SO many ways in our somewhat comfy, modern world to become overstimulated. In today’s episode we take a look at why and how we experience overstimulation, the neuroscience, and our behaviors that feed into it. What does overstimulation have to do with a lack of motivation or creativity, feeling distracted, lonely or bored?
Let’s redefine downtime. Listen and learn to recognize when we are looking for empty calorie dopamine hits and how to self-regulate. Leave with tips on how to find real connections that align with your core values and feel more balanced in this modern world.
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(00:00:00) Introduction: feeling overstimulated at the end of summer.
(00:03:22) What using a device on a “break” or downtown does to your brain.
(00:06:19) Multitasking is an overstimulation trap.
(00:10:53) What to do when you are feeling lonely instead of looking to the internet.
(00:18:43) How to recognize behaviors in yourself that are looking for dopamine hits.
(00:22:46) Anxiety, depression, ADHD and environmental ADHD.
(00:29:00) What dopamine is, and why getting it from clicking doesn’t really fuel your confidence or enable you to do hard things.
(00:37:00) How self-regulation now can affect your future, addiction, the need for balance, and the continuous cycle of stress.
(00:45:10) Get yourself in check. Set an example. Your kids are watching.
(00:48:25) 10K context switches while scrolling IG or TikTok and what that does to your brain and behavior.
(00:53:10) A look at online relationships, validation, being self-absorbed and how to find real connection.
(00:57:53) Suggestions and habits that are good for your brain and balance in an overstimulated modern world.
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You asked us: Everyone says to love your body, but how? We invited Rachel Rifkin, LMHC, CEDS, and Associate Director of Support Groups for the National Alliance for Eating Disorders to the podcast to answer your questions and explain what BDD (Body Dysmorphic Disorder) is and talk openly about eating disorders. Rachel is a licensed mental health counselor, specializing in eating disorders within the LGBTQ+ community with lived eating disorder experience.
In this episode, Rachel talks about what BDD and eating disorders look like, explains how they manifest, and gives us advice on what to do if you or a loved one are struggling. Rachel tells us how to use attainable language surrounding our bodies, like body tolerance, and body disconnect when looking to get to a place of acceptance. She has advice on how to acknowledge and respect our bodies realistically and avoid traps. How do you support a loved one with BDD? Please know that you are not alone. There is help!:
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(00:00:00) Introducing Rachel Rifkin, LMHC, CEDS, Associate Director of Support Groups for The Alliance.(00:04:20) How Rachel Rifkin’s eating disorder started her on this career path.
(00:13:40) What does an eating disorder look like?
(00:19:16) A basic definition of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) to start the conversation.
(00:25:45) Signs that might indicate a struggle with BDD on ANY level and muscle dysmorphia.
(00:31:10) BDD is not an eating disorder but it can be connected to one.
(00:33:48) How life events that bring body changes or emotional responses can cause BDD to manifest.
(00:40:40) TTSL Community question: Everyone says to love your body, but how?
(00:46:40) Small steps to take towards neutrality when hating your body.
(00:56:10) TTSL Community question: how can we support our loved ones who have body dysmorphia without invalidating their feelings?
(01:08:04) Value not connected to appearance and how meaningful compliments can disrupt and change thought patterns.
(01:16:32) Where to find and connect with Rachel Rifkin and/or look for resources.
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Let’s get this right out there..venting IS complaining. Same thing. On average people complain 15-30 times per day. Imagine if we laughed 30 times a day? Ask yourself: does venting really make you feel better? Venting has been called a healthy behavior but we are going to challenge that today with some neuroscience. We agree venting is a behavior…a practiced one! You are practicing every day who you want to be. Venting carves deep neural pathways in your brain and shrinks your hypothalamus, which has a direct correlation to your lifespan.
This episode is so important because it’s about how you interact with yourself and the world and the energy that you bring and get back in your relationships. Want to share your experiences? Be heard? Feel understood? You can do all those things without damaging your brain. Don’t miss this opportunity for growth. We’ll tell you how to identify your feelings and release them with purpose for positive outcomes. Listen for tips on how to rewire your brain and practice at the person you want to be!
(00:00:00) We welcome you to the podcast and get personal.
(00:08:20) Why today’s topic made Rachael rethink her life.
(00:11:48) Venting and complaining…they are the same thing.
(00:14:45) Average amount of times a day people complain and how practicing a behavior trains your brain.
(00:20:03) The science and behavior patterns that deepen neurological pathways.
(00:25:15) What happens to your brain when you listen to someone else venting.
(00:29:28) The size of your hypothalamus has a direct correlation to your lifespan and what venting does to it.
(00:33:48) How venting promotes inaction, not steps to solve the problem.
(00:36:32) You don’t have to keep it in! There’s a healthy solution for growth!
(00:43:42) Cortisol spikes during venting without acting.
(00:45:50) When your go-to emotion is stress and how to see an opportunity.
(00:55:15) Alternatives to venting and action steps to productivity and growth.
(01:05:27) When to lean it out or let it go.
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Is hydration creation your thing? Unicorn cotton candy water is a thing now and we are questioning, once again, how did we get here? Today we are looking at the latest health and hydration trend to hit the interwebs: #Watertok. It has over 220 million views and some of the leading influencers have over a million followers.
We all know water is vital for survival. Some may find it quite boring and so that’s a bummer! And at times, we may need some help getting it down the gullet. So why not make it more fun and tasty and have a good time sharing water recipes in the process, because in the end, it’s just WATER! Or is it? Today we look at the good, the bad, and the ugly surrounding this mixology trend. Does it fall more into the “healthy” or “harmful” category? Have a listen, be informed and as always, fill your cup to replenish your body and mind in the way that works best for you!
(00:00:00) Intro
(00:08:45) What is #Watertok?
(00:20:40) A means for weight loss surgery patients with water nausea to tolerate water intake
(00:27:12) The importance of hydration down to a cellular level
(00:35:09) Consuming artificial flavors, sweeteners, dyes and coloring on a daily basis
(00:41:25) Concern for gut biome health and its delicate balance
(00:48:19) Using flavored water as a weight loss tool is part of toxic diet culture
(00:49:40) Recognize new trends, be informed and choose your own path
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Our biohacking journey has naturally led us to Renee Belz and Lauren Sambataro, lovingly known as the Biohacker Babes, another sister duo out there dedicated to empowering people all over the world. They want YOU to feel your best. We all want that right? But it can feel overwhelming with all the nuances, the options, and the products when it comes to exploratory health. Today, they join us to break down complicated topics in the health and biohacking space, into clear and actionable strategies.
In this episode we tackle why there’s no “best” option for all people looking to biohack. We touch on circadian rhythms, microdosing in place of traditional pharmaceuticals, EMF exposure from our devices, fasting strategically, and they give advice on what biomarkers we should be looking at and how to get them. And of course, we can’t leave out gut health! Want to know some amazing free biohacks? There are SO many hidden gems in this episode! Too many hacks to list. Have a listen and leave with some actionable tips to start on the road to listening to your body, because you are a unique bio-individual!
Biohacker Babes Links:
The Biohacker Babes Podcast
The Biohacker Babes Website
The Biohacker Babes Instagram
Lauren's Instagram
Renee's Instagram
Dminder App
(00:02:41) Introducing Renee Belz and Lauren Sambataro, the Biohacker Babes
(00:02:07:04) How Renne and Lauren’s upbringing and health challenges led them to biohacking
(00:05:14) The frustration of being diagnosed with a chronic syndrome
(00:06:04) How to convince ourselves there is no one size fits all wellness or “best” approach
(00:10:40) How to ease some of the anxiety that comes with exploratory health
(00:15:21) The difficulty of sitting in mindfulness in your body in the modern world
(00:20:07) Microdosing as a mental health hack and wearables feedback
(00:29:34) People unknowingly struggling with their circadian rhythms and what to do
(00:39:07) EMF exposure and some of the most common practices to give a second thought
(00:49:28) Specific biomarkers and what we should ask our doctors to be looking for
(00:55:52) A look at gut health because disease begins in the gut
(00:57:44) Where to find the Biohacker Babes
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Home sweet home. Sometimes it’s just more economical or convenient to stay home. But that doesn’t mean you can’t still take steps to feeling more alive than you ever have from the comfort of home. Today we are talking about hot and cold therapy, but not the gel pack you put in your microwave or freezer. Come on, this is Part 4 of the biohacking series! In today’s episode, Rachael gets steamy in her garage and dilates her blood vessels in a portable sauna and Kelsea cools down in a portable cold plunge tub in her yard.
A special thanks goes out to Community member Heather for asking us how to go about using the sauna and cold plunge together for maximum benefits. We got you! Alternating between hot and cold water to provide physical and mental benefits is a thing! And it’s called contrast therapy. Want to know more? Listen to Kelsea and Rachael’s honest reviews of the wallet friendly SaunaBox and Cold Plunge Bundle.
REMEMBER: ALWAYS TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING ANY NEW HOT/COLD THERAPY TECHNIQUES
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(00:02:08) Back to Biohacking and all its layers!(00:12:15) Speak to your doctor before trying hot and cold therapy because you are unique.
(00:13:15) What is contrast therapy, how do you do it, and what are the benefits?
(00:20:33) Importance of meeting your threshold for effective hot and cold therapy.
(00:28:15) Kelsea’s honest review of the cold plunge tub by SaunaBox
(00:31:14) Cold plunge tub set up, mobility, value, space, convenience, stability
(00:40:45) What you want to look for when searching for a cold plunge tub and other options
(00:45:30) Rachael’s review of the SaunaBox steam sauna
(00:49:10) SaunaBox setup, settings, temperature, materials, safety, cleanliness
(00:59:50) The SaunaBox and cold plunge tub bundle for contrast therapy and a discount code
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One of our most asked questions is: How do I stop stress eating? We have the answer! But we also have the anti-answer. Confused? Stress eating is absolutely a behavior that we can exhibit in an unbalanced way, but it's also NOT an unnatural behavior or something that makes you broken. Guess what..turning to food as a form of comfort or joy is completely NORMAL! Let’s identify our individual feelings instead of putting them all in the stress bucket. Only then can we use our tools to deal with them instead of reaching for that bag of chips every time.
Are you stressed? Or are you bored, or sad, or angry or anxious? You can plan for these emotions and respond with go-to tools. Food can certainly help but don’t let it be your only response. And there are several players in this game: gender, genetics, social conditioning, metabolism, gut health, to name a few. So stop blaming your willpower! It’s not that simple. And remember: you always deserve food. If you make it a big deal in your mind that’s FAR more damaging than what you binged. So be kind and serve yourself a healing helping of coping mechanisms.(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:13:36) The shame, disassociation and misinformation surrounding stress eating
(00:19:22) Normalizing food as comfort and making sure it’s not the only tool for stress relief
(00:24:16) Pause to identify your feelings and the discomfort you are looking to avoid
(00:29:30) The science behind why people stress eat
(00:37:42) Identifying balanced coping mechanisms when dealing with stressful events
(00:40:20) The role gender, genetics and social conditioning plays
(00:49:20) Mindful eating, the experience of food and dopamine
(00:54:54) Rachael’s set it and forget it tools for responding to her named feelings
(01:02:18) Kelsea’s challenge to you right now to identify your coping mechanisms
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Welcome to Part 3 of our journey into biohacking. If you missed parts one and two, no worries, this isn’t about a distant galaxy far, far away, it’s all about YOU! Today we focus on a topic relevant to women under 50, and women over 50: Menopause. (And not just women approaching 50, you should know this at ANY AGE!) We have a remarkable guest on the podcast, Zora Benhamou, a gerontologist, biohacker, host of the Hack My Age Podcast, and advocate for women’s health during the menopause journey, which may begin much earlier than you think.
Zora speaks 6 languages and has traveled to more than 50 countries in her quest to answer the question: What does it mean to biohack menopause? She’s with us today to squash some myths surrounding menopause, clarify the stages, discuss hormones and hormone therapy and the most beneficial workout for women in their journey. Do you know your baseline? Want to take responsibility for your health? Don’t wait. Now is the time to do it.
Zora’s links:
Website: https://hackmyage.com/
Hack My Age Podcast https://hackmyage.com/podcast/
(00:00:00) Introducing Zora Benhamou, gerontologist and host of Hack My Age Podcast
(00:02:50) Why tip-toeing around the topic of aging for women is detrimental to us
(00:04:30) What is biohacking and what does it mean to biohack menopause?
(00:09:00) Introducing things to explore perhaps you and your doctor have never heard of
(00:11:15) Myths about menopause that have to die
(00:15:17) The stages of menopause and how you know if you’re in them
(00:21:34) The need for every women to get a routine bone density scan
(00:25:13) Perimenopause and optimizing your health markers at an early age
(00:32:14) Estrogen and the myth that taking hormones is dangerous
(00:39:11) Diet and lifestyle practices to protect our bones, heart and brains
(00:41:35) CVG community questions answered on workouts, HIIT, cardio and cortisol
(00:46:25) The importance of protein consumption and building muscle
(00:50:20) How listeners can find Zora
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As always, YOU are the star of this podcast. That’s why we asked for YOUR questions. And hey, thanks for SO MANY great ones! Of course, we couldn’t get to all of them in one episode. And some questions will be the focus of entire upcoming podcasts. Today we focus on a handful including a discussion on BCAAs, how to tighten loose skin on the stomach area, and we take a look behind the curtain at CVG! Want a peek?
(00:00:00) Introduction
{00:00:42) Questions from our Facebook group Fitness Programming by CVG and the CVG Nation App
{00:02:28) Revisiting the viral alone in the woods with a man or bear question
{00:11:04) Look out for a foam rolling video
{00:13:32) First question: BCAAs – Yes or No?
{00:20:31) How to separate when someone's just trying to sell you something and when it actually has health benefits
{00:22:29) Taking caution with BCAAs to avoid decreasing serotonin levels
{00:26:51) Top advice for supplementing BCAAs
{00:27:19) Looking at your baseline and more is not more
{00:28:36) Sources of BCAAs including those not animal-based
{00:36:01) An inside look at CVG
{00:38:06) How we decide on prints and the creative process
{00:42:49) Unreleased and one-of-a-kind leggings
{00:45:48) Upcoming releases and working in the future
{00:47:50) How many people work on the designs
{00:50:06) Transparency and fear of failure
{00:57:49) The best exercises to tighten loose skin on the stomach area
{00:59:31) A look at vitamins and collagen
{01:00:16) Honoring the struggle and reframing loose skin is difficult
{01:01:45) Why we highly recommend resistance training, weight training and strengthening
{01:04:43) Focus on hydration, vitamins that increase collagen production and goop
{01:08:28) Non-surgical options like ultrasound treatments, radio frequency treatments, etc
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Have you ever joked about not trusting yourself? Most of us have when confronted with something we told ourselves we wouldn’t do. This episode was originally aired in 2022 and it’s worth revisiting because breaking promises we make with ourselves feels bad and the summer can be especially challenging when it comes to showing up for yourself. So let’s take another look at why we don’t trust ourselves in the first place, and how a lack of confidence can give away your power. Listen for tips on how to set sustainable goals, engage in positive self-talk, and be less affected by the things people around you say. It may not happen overnight and that’s ok. Setting an intention and following through doesn’t always turn out the way you planned. That’s ok too! Start TODAY on rebuilding that trust. We believe in you!
(00:03:35) Rachael’s most amazing vacation in Arizona(00:05:13) A funny story about hiking and edibles
(00:10:05) A look at the root cause of why we don’t trust ourselves
(00:11:00) A lack of confidence in yourself and how it gives away your power
(00:13:57) Breaking agreements with yourself and deeming yourself unreliable
(00:17:17) Not showing up affects friendships and your relationship with yourself
(00:19:38) Setting unsustainable goals leads to negative self talk
(00:22:15) Building trust with yourself at a realistic pace
(00:24:13) Why you can’t be afraid to fail
(00:25:39) Knowing that you show up for things is like signing the check you wrote
(00:27:30) Being unaffected by the comments of the people around you
(00:29:09) Setting an intention with yourself and following through doesn’t have to look perfect
(00:33:01) How to pivot and not get stuck when it’s not your fault, but it is your responsibility
(00:35:13) How restricting and cutting out food groups is unrealistic
(00:36:35) Mistrusting yourself when it comes to nutrition and the abusive cycle it leads to
(00:39:55) Do things today that build trust with yourself and note them
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Summer can be a real blast! And depending on where you live, it can be short. And in your attempt to soak in every minute of sunshine, your fitness routine may end up playing second fiddle. But hold on, you’ve worked so hard up to this point. Don’t let summer be the beginning of the end of 2024’s fitness and nutrition goals, because RIGHT NOW is when it happens! Let’s fast forward to the fall for a minute. Do you see yourself regretting the loss of your fitness as you slide into the chaos of the holidays? Before you know it, it’s New Years and you are making resolutions again. It doesn’t have to go down like that!
In this episode, Kelsea and Rachael share tips on how to be realistic, flexible, and prepared this summer so that you keep the deals you make with yourself and get your workout in despite having travel plans, and maybe kids home or less equipment. The hardest part of keeping a routine in summer is not the workout, it’s being honest with yourself. But so what if your routine looks a little different over the next several weeks? Give yourself some grace but don’t let your habits fail. It’s summah time! Let’s GO!
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:21) A discussion of peanut butter
(00:08:45) Shopping at Trader Joe’s
(00:13:40) How summertime disrupts routines
(00:17:30) The onset of summer is when habits begin to fail
(00:18:25) Times of the year where your fitness will look different
(00:20:50) Moving something down on the priority list doesn’t mean moving it off
(00:22:23) Making and keeping deals with yourself to build confidence
(00:24:45) Tip 1: Look at your summer schedule and set realistic commitments
(00:25:02) Be flexible and consider changing the usual time of day for fitness in summer
(00:28:19) Facing friction points and self negotiations in early morning workouts
(00:31:03) Being flexible with the amount of time you spend working out
(00:31:46) Equipment and a repertoire of planned, shorter workouts
(00:33:37) The TTSL dumbbell track with daily programming
(00:34:21) Including kids in your workout can be quality time spent
(00:40:57) Concerns about how your workout clothes need to change in the summer
(00:41:37) Wearing less clothes and feeling comfortable in the heat and in your own skin
(00:47:05) Giving yourself some grace during this time
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Today’s guest, Jackie Stiles, is one of the most renowned basketball players in the history of the women's game. Did we mention that Jackie is 5’8” and from a small Kansas town, population 600? Against all odds Jackie rose to stardom because of her heart, her determination, and unwavering work ethic. Her story is truly inspiring.
In today's episode, we talk about her journey to the Hall of Fame, her 1000 shots a day practice growing up, her thoughts on the direction of women's professional sports and her lifelong passion for fitness! Tune in to hear how fitness carried Jackie through her most difficult times and made her who she is today. We are truly grateful to be among the millions of people she has inspired and impacted. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did!
Jackie's Website
(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:30) Introducing Jackie Stiles to the podcast
(00:01:00) Jackie’s incredible accomplishments
(00:03:10) Jackie’s documentary: The Jackie Stiles Story: Anything Is Possible!
(00:04:10) What it was like to have 18 home scouting visits in 19 days
(00:06:14) Jackie’s beginnings and the influence of her dad.
(00:07:10) The biggest key to Jackie’s success
(00:09:33) What drives Jackie and how that’s trickled into other aspects of her life
(00:12:50) How you can accomplish something special when it's about others
(00:13:44) Jackie’s rare cancer diagnosis and small acts of kindness
(00:14:25) The power of people coming together for a cause and superhuman energy.
(00:17:47) How Jackie has been guided by gut decisions
(00:22:58) Whether Jackie had trouble adjusting to fame
(00:26:15) How Jackie overcame the loss of her identity and her outlook now
(00:27:55) Opening her gym was scary and hard and learning by doing
(00:28:39) What cancer has taught Jackie
(00:32:38) Jackie’s growth mindset and what fitness means to her
(00:35:34) Fitness as a lifestyle and doing hard things with others
(00:38:57) Prioritizing a workout can change lives for the better
(00:43:09) The strides made by the WNBA and the shortcomings that still exist
(00:46:13) What can be done to level the playing field for female athletes
(00:48:03) Jackie’s advice for young girls with big dreams who are coming up in a sport
(00:51:35) Jackie celebrates Caitlin Clark
(00:52:56) Where to reach Jackie
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In today's episode we talk about traditional bodybuilding, the go-to training for aesthetic based changes in body composition. Yes, we have qualms with the methodology, with the dieting, and with the huge focus on body fat that can lead to disordered body image & eating habits.. BUT!
We aren’t here to bash bodybuilding. There's some GREAT stuff about it!: The tempo…slowing it down is invaluable for all things! The focus on form with slow and deliberate movements..and isolation has benefits and creates a mind-muscle connection. And the PUMP! The pump is real! When you take the good from bodybuilding and leave out the bad (like 6 inch heels) you are left with functional bodybuilding. And that’s what we are talking about! You can get the aesthetic without the injury. We’ve done the lifting and dropping for you and want to tell you about our new functional TTSL bodybuilding cycle. It’s for everyone, yes YOU.
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(00:00:00) Introduction(00:03:06) TTSL fitness programming opportunities
(00:06:50) First ever TTSL bodybuilding cycle and why
(00:08:00) The benefits and some of the drawbacks of bodybuilding
(00:09:00) The typical bro split that gym-goers often start with
(00:12:02) Three reasons why people tend to choose a bodybuilding track
(00:13:45) How Rachel and Kelsea started their gym routines
(00:15:40) Bodybuilding and diet culture
(00:20:08) Bodybuilding and aesthetic judgment
(00:21:16) Muscles on performance day of bodybuilding
(00:23:55) Real confidence is built from the inside out, not from a bikini body
(00:26:38) The length of bodybuilding sessions
(00:31:03) Pushing and pulling, isolating and injuries
(00:33:49) The reasons why both fast and slow twitch are important
(00:35:18) Bodybuilding has great principles and methods
(00:37:10) Why explosive movements and tempo go together
(00:41:57) The pump is real and why bodybuilding has a pump
(00:43:57) Why bodybuilders have been accused of “all show no go”
(00:46:17) Excellent muscle endurance
(00:47:22) Taking the good and leaving the bad
(00:49:00) TTSL training starting on June 3rd
(00:51:19) Contributing comments or questions to the Facebook group
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Welcome back to Biohacking! In today's episode, Kelsea and Rachael take a look into the "therapeutic window" of the Electromagnetic Spectrum and the benefits of light therapy. We know that different wavelengths of light have different therapeutic effects on the body, and as the wavelength increases, the deeper the light penetrates. Today, Kelsea and Rachael ride the waves of visible and invisible light on the spectrum to explore the effects light waves have on our skin tissue, circulatory system, peripheral nervous system, hair follicles, muscles, joints, bones and even the brain.
In this episode, Kelsea and Rachael review 3 "very hot" light therapy biohacking products in the market today: a Red Light Face Mask by Bon Charge, a HeatPod Sauna Blanket by Hydragun, and a 7 Color LED Light Therapy Wand by Fastaid. Tune in to hear about their experience with these products. Please note: Rachael and Kelsea are not scientists or professionals in the areas of light therapy. ALWAYS TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE IMPLEMENTING ANY OF THE BIOHACKING TOPICS WE DISCUSS IN THIS SERIES.
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Fastaid 7 Color LED Light Therapy Wand Amazon
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:06:00) Biohacking quest episode part one, intro to Biohacking
(00:06:58) Red light therapy is the focus of today’s episode
(00:09:24) Kelsea’s thoughts on anti-aging
(00:15:35) Different types of light and frequencies, and what’s special about red light
(00:21:41) Red light and its effects on mitochondria
(00:26:13) Bon Charge Red Light Face Mask review
(00:31:35) Bon Charge code TTSL
(00:46:28) HeatPod Sauna Blanket by Hydragun review
(01:04:50) Biohacking on a budget: FastAid 7 Color LED Light Therapy Wand review
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Hot off the press: Gatorade could be banned in multiple states if its recipe isn't changed! Hold the phone! But isn’t gatorade what you give your kid after a game because you know they’ll drink it? It’s way more fun than water and it has electrolytes! Right? Ok maybe you kinda knew that something was up with it and anything that color is kinda SUS. And sometimes it’s easier to look the other way and just live, without worrying about every darn thing. In this episode, we talk about Gatorade and a number of other products on the shelf at your grocery store that have additives and preservatives that are dangerous to consume and linked to cancer, hyperactivity, and DNA mutations. Other countries have banned these substances. Why haven’t we? No need to panic. Awareness is the key here. In this episode Kelsea and Rachael list the offenders and how to spot them.
ADDITIVES, PRESERVATIVES TO LOOK OUT FOR:
Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Titanium Dioxide, Blue 1, Red 40, Red 3, Propylparaben, Brominated vegetable oil (BVO), Potassium Bromate
WHERE TO LOOK:
Snacks: Doritos, Ruffles, Cheetos, trail mix
Dips: Tostitos queso, Doritos Dip
Drinks: Gatorade, Pedialyte, Colored Drinks, Citrus Drinks
Cereal: Lucky Charms, Trix, Fruit Loops
Baked Goods: Oreos, cupcakes, muffins, Duncan Hines 'Perfectly Moist' cake mix and icing, Pillsbury 'Funfetti' cake mix, bread, cookies, tortillas
Candy: Skittles, Sour Patch Kids, M&Ms, Peeps
Links:
Yuka app
OEHHA Report Linking Hyperactivity
FDAs Explanation of GRAS
NYs Legislation
Consumer Report Overview
Toxicology of Food Dyes
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:02:03) Foods with potentially dangerous ingredients, including Gatorade
(00:03:16) Gatorade marketing
(00:08:15) Gatorade and nostalgia
(00:10:18) Riding the line between awareness of ingredients and too much anxiety about them
(00:12:30) The Skittles “ban”
(00:14:00) These bans are about chemicals and food additives, not the foods that contain them
(00:15:35) Red dye number 3
(00:18:07) Four food additives that have been removed in other countries
(00:23:19) The effects of Red 40
(00:27:37) Categorizing a food as bad if it contains a known carcinogen.
(00:30:09) Why individual states are banning harmful food ingredients instead of the FDA
(00:36:28) The FDA’s honor system for food additives
(00:40:07) Food dyes can be found in foods that aren’t a natural color
(00:41:13) Not all food dyes are harmful, but some are
(00:41:45) Yuka, the app that lets you scan products and receive a score
(00:43:50) How scores are calculated and what they mean
(00:49:23) Using the app to get recommendations for products with a better score
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Meet Katie Zornes! She calls herself a depression warrior and we call her an inspiration! Katie struggled with loss, grief, and depression early on. Have you heard the saying that time heals everything? We've heard it too, and it's BS. As many of us know, it's quite possible to do the things we need to get done and to look just fine doing them, while on the inside, old wounds still feel debilitating, and we go about our day not knowing if we'll fall apart.
Katie was at odds with her body for a long time and her weight became her identity. She cursed her body and thought weight loss would be the golden ticket to a happy life. Want to hear how Katie managed to lift herself out of a very dark place using one ounce of courage at a time? Katie shares her story in the hopes of helping others who struggle as she did, and admittedly still does. Katie's story doesn't involve any quick fix or magic diet. But we'll give you a hint: she talks about intentional movement and the importance of meeting ourselves where we are at. In 2022, Katie made a list of hard things that turned into a movement and has inspired so many people to do the same. Want to know how she got started? Because we all know, starting is the hardest part.
Katie’s links:
IG
TikTok
YouTube
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:02:26) How the loss of Katie’s mother at a young age affected her
(00:05:28) How healing doesn’t just automatically happen after a set amount of time
(00:07:02) Why the “me against my body” mindset is damaging
(00:11:25) The difficulty of healing when your body is your enemy
(00:13:40) The challenge of finding a starting point
(00:18:16) The importance of celebrating yourself
(00:22:02) The development of Katie’s 22 hard things in 2022
(00:26:49) The community that grew around Katie’s list of hard things
(00:28:13) Katie’s advice for people developing their own lists of goals
(00:32:30) What happens to a goal that isn’t reached
(00:35:19) The thing that's been the most difficult for Katie to accomplish
(00:36:45) Katie’s upcoming trips
(00:39:36) Where listeners can connect with Katie
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