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Orvel Douglas is a certified nutrition and diet specialist, known for his advocacy of a fruit-based fruitarian diet, also referred to as a "fruitarian" lifestyle. His teachings have significantly influenced me and many others, focusing on the importance of diet in conjunction with exercise.
Personal Journey and Shift to Nutrition:
During the interview, Orvel shared his personal journey that began with his move to the United States in 1993, during which he gained weight and decided to change his lifestyle. He extensively researched nutrition and health, adopted a rigorous exercise routine, and made significant dietary changes, leading to a substantial weight loss of 50 pounds in eight weeks.
Philosophy and Dietary Approach:
Orvel emphasized that "you can't outrun a bad diet," highlighting that exercise alone is insufficient without proper nutrition. His approach to diet focuses on prevention rather than cure, advocating for a diet rich in fruits due to their water content and natural sugars which support body detoxification and health.
The Fruit Feast Challenge:
Orvel created the "Fruit Feast Challenge," a program that encourages participants to eat primarily fruits and engage in regular exercise. He cited numerous success stories from participants who experienced significant health improvements, including weight loss and reversal of chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension within the challengeâs duration.
Whether you are someone just starting out or a senior citizen who want to get healthy, a fruitarian diet will get you there.
Discussion on Specific Fruits and Dietary Tips:
He advised that high water content fruits are most beneficial for health and detoxification. Orvel stressed that fruits should be consumed alone and not mixed with other foods to optimize digestion and absorption. Orvel also mentioned fruitarian recipes that are sure to wet your appetite.
Common Misconceptions and Clarifications:
Orvel addressed common misconceptions about fruit sugar, explaining that the natural sugars in fruits are different from processed sugars and are essential for cellular health. He also discussed the importance of fiber in fruits for maintaining a healthy gut microbiome.
Lifestyle and Long-term Commitment:
The discussion also touched on Orvelâs long-term commitment to a fruitarian lifestyle, how it has sustained his health, and his active involvement in promoting this lifestyle through social media and his personal engagements.
Interaction with the Audience:
The podcast included a live Q&A segment where Orvel answered audience questions about healthy eating tips, the best fruits for health, what raw fruits he eats in a day, the role of diet in managing diseases, and specific dietary practices.
This interview highlights Orvel Douglas's commitment to promoting a fruit-based diet as a key to achieving and maintaining optimal health, showcasing his extensive knowledge and passion for nutrition and wellness.
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In this engaging episode of my "Six Weeks of Fitness" podcast, I interview Dr. William Davis, a renowned cardiologist and bestselling author of the Wheat Belly series of books, Undoctored, and most recently Super Gut: A Four Week Plan to Reprogram your Microbiome, Restore Health and Lose Weight. During the interview, Dr. Davis will provide some valuable insights and practical tips to enhance our well-being through natural and informed choices. Here's a summary of the key points discussed during our interview:
Microbiome's Impact on Health: Dr. Davis elaborates on the critical role of the gastrointestinal microbiome in overall health. He explains how modern lifestyle factors like antibiotics, food additives, and processed foods have negatively affected our gut health, leading to a range of health issues including obesity, heart disease, and mental health problems.
Restoring Gut Health: Dr. Davis emphasizes the importance of restoring the microbiome to improve health. He likens the process to tending a garden, where removing harmful elements, introducing beneficial microbes through fermented foods, and providing the right nutrients can lead to a healthier microbiome.
Weight Loss and Muscle Preservation: The conversation touches on the misconceptions and dangers of popular weight loss drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy, highlighting the importance of preserving muscle mass for overall health. Dr. Davis argues that muscle is crucial not just for physical strength but also for metabolic health.
Practical Health Strategies: In this segment of the interview, Dr. Davis shares actionable advice on improving gut health and overall wellness. This includes consuming fermented foods, focusing on a diet rich in unprocessed foods, and considering specific supplements like collagen and probiotics to address deficiencies in the modern diet.
Empowerment through Knowledge: In this segment of the interview, we both spoke about the significance of empowering individuals with knowledge about their health. We stressed the need for people to understand the underlying factors affecting their health rather than relying solely on medications or quick fixes.
Holistic Approach to Health: The interview underscores a holistic approach to health, where addressing the root causes of health issues through diet, lifestyle changes, and understanding the body's needs leads to more sustainable and impactful health outcomes.
Access to Dr. Davis's Work: I strongly recommend getting a copy of Dr. Davis's latest book, "Super Gut," and his blog for more in-depth information and resources on improving health through gut health restoration and other natural approaches.
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My next guest is Pauline Adeleke, a 71 yearâs young, personal trainer, fitness coach, nutritionist, inspiring speaker and owner of the Ageless Fitness Lifestyle YouTube channel. She is a firm believer that anyone can get fit and at any age.
Pauline shared her journey from a carefree childhood in New York to an adventurous young adult life as an international flight attendant. She narrated her fairy-tale-like encounter with her future husband at an art exhibition and their life together until his untimely death orchestrated by the Nigerian government due to his successful land development ventures.
After returning to New York as a widow with two children, Pauline rebuilt her life, emphasizing the importance of education, resilience, and faith. She transitioned from teaching to starting her writing company and later pursued her passion for fitness, which she now shares with others, especially women over 50, to encourage them to maintain their health and well-being.
Pauline also discussed her dietary preferences, advocating for a plant-based diet, and the importance of regular exercise, including strength training, for maintaining muscle mass and bone density as one ages. She emphasized the necessity of self-love, avoiding comparisons, and finding a nutrition and exercise routine that suits one's individual needs.
Pauline is working on an app dedicated to fitness and health for women in their 50s and 60s, offering exercise routines, meal plans, and motivational support. Her presence on social media and her upcoming app reflect her dedication to spreading the message of health, strength, and resilience, irrespective of age.
This summary captures the essence of the conversation, highlighting Pauline's life story, her philosophy on aging, fitness, and nutrition, and her commitment to inspiring others to take charge of their health and well-being.
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Have you ever thought about eating raw food as opposed to cook food? Khepra Anu is a Raw Foodist, and author who has dedicated his life to sharing his knowledge of the power that the Live Food lifestyle combined with systematic fasting has on the body. Over the past 20 years, he has hosted numerous health retreats in the U.S. and internationally, during which he guides participants through his unique approach to repairing and detoxifying the human body through the scientific and mechanical application of coconut water, fresh juices, and living food. During the interview, he will discuss his early childhood growing up in Monticello, New York into a very religious family. It was during that time that he first learned about a very profound scripture from the Bible in Genesis 1:29 that stated âThen God said, âI give you every seed-bearing plant on the face of the whole earth and every tree that has fruit with seed in it. They will be yours for food.â After reading that scripture his eyes were opened and he never looked back. He realized that we should be eating more of what God made and less of what man-made. He also mentioned the great Dick Gregory, who also planted a seed the first time Khapra got to hear him lecture, âhe was the one who opened up the Bible and said, this is, you know, we supposed to eat this way.â
Our conversation delved into various aspects of nutrition, particularly focusing on raw foods, salt, and fasting. Khapra emphasized the importance of consuming a wide variety of foods, including exotic fruits, fatty fruits, and salty fruits like olives, to ensure a balanced intake of nutrients. He discussed different types of salt, favoring Celtic sea salt and real salt over Himalayan salt due to concerns about its quality. The conversation also touched on the benefits of fasting, particularly coconut water fasting, as a way to detoxify the body and allow it to heal naturally. Retreats focusing on holistic health experiences, including sun gazing, meditation, yoga, and coconut water fasting, were highlighted as opportunities for deep rest and rejuvenation. Overall, the dialogue underscored the importance of embracing natural foods and lifestyle practices for optimal health and well-being.
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Kellie Bowman, daughter of Dr. Sebi and owner of Sebiâs Daughters LLC discusses the many contributions of her father and the reasons why she is advocating for a âDr. Sebi Wellness Day.â Dr. Sebi dedicated his life to the pursuit of natural plant-based approaches for health management and disease prevention, Dr. Sebi treated high-profile clientele including Michael Jackson, Eddie Murphy, John Travolta, Lisa âLeft Eyeâ Lopes of TLC, and Teddy Pendergrass, and his efforts continue to enrich the health and wellbeing of millions of people around the world, including yours truly.
Now, as the owner of Sebiâs Daughters (www.sebisdaughters.com), Kellie Bowman is championing healthy living through clean eating, mental wellness, and more. Bowman promotes the âcelebrities of the gardenâ as part of the siteâs offerings, which serve as powerhouses to our overall health and wellness. You can download a âfreeâ list of foods she recommends for optimum health from her website.
Kellie is living and speaking her âtruthâ, and she wants everyone to know that getting older is no longer a given, people are dying from cardiovascular disease in their 40s and 50s, but it doesnât have to be. Kellie believes that eating a plant-based diet will extend your life and improve your health. Kellie is also an advocate of fasting, which she learned from her father.
Kelli Bowman is on a mission to save lives and share the knowledge and wisdom that she has gained growing up as the daughter of one of the most amazing men in our current history, Dr. Sebi.
This was truly an inspiring interview with the daughter of a man I have grown to respect and admire.
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Cardiovascular disease is a major health concern for everyone, especially women, causing ten times more fatalities than breast cancer. As a matter of fact, heart attacks occur more often in women than men.
Cardiovascular disease is often underestimated as it appears later in women than in men. Women usually discover their own risk while seeking health information for their spouses at medical events, making it a life-saving revelation. Dr. Ford Brewer is a board-certified preventive & occupational medicine specialist and a globally recognized speaker for organizations including the National Governor's Association and the Brookings Institute. Dr. Brewer is also the Founder of PrevMed Heart Attack & Stroke Prevention (www.premedhealth.com). PrevMed Health is a national preventive medicine practice focusing on preventing and treating chronic diseases, particularly heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. Dr. Brewer has devoted the majority of his career to the prevention of chronic disease, with some amazing results. Prior to Premed Health, he was the Director of preventive medicine programs at the prestigious Johns Hopkins University. During this very informative interview, Dr. Brewer will share why he chose prevention as opposed to surgery, and how his methods of prevention can extend decades to your life beyond your 50s, 60s or 70s.
In addition, Dr. Brewer will share information about his upcoming event, âPrevMed Health's Heart Attack and Stroke Prevention Conference, scheduled to take place on December 1-2 in Tampa, Florida. The conference will address the critical issue of preventive medicine and the leading causes of death and hospitalizations in America. The two-day immersive health education conference includes top healthcare and medical experts who discuss silent killers and how to avoid or prevent many cardiovascular diseases. This transformative seminar is much more than a traditional event, offering individualized advanced testing to identify risk for heart disease, strokes, and dementia, among other cardiovascular diseases.
If youâre looking for ways to improve your health and extend your life for years to come, then listen to what Dr. Brewer has to say and what techniques he recommends, you won't regret it. He is saving lives all over the world, with over 188,000 YouTube subscribers, he is doing something right!
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Did you know that your tongue may be the strongest muscle in your body? The tongue has 16 muscles and never stops moving even while you sleep. If youâre like most people, you were not aware of this fact nor were you aware that proper positioning of the tongue in the roof of your mouth and nasal breathing can improve circulatory and respiratory issues such as asthma and COPD as well as fibromyalgia, ADHD, migraines and so much more.
In this episode of Six Weeks to Fitness, I am joined by Becca Rose, the owner of Myofunctional Pathways, LLC. She is a Myofunctional Therapist, Certified Butayko Breathing Instructor, Sleep Coach and Registered Dental Hygienist.
Since a very young age, Becca has exhibited an interest in oral health and dental topics. She has been in the dental field since 2004. When she learned about Myofunctional Therapy, the "AH HA" moment happened. She realized that this was the missing piece to some of the symptoms she had experienced in her life. And so the journey began. Since then, she has improved many of her own myofunctional concerns. Now she has the experience and first hand knowledge to help her patients find the missing link to many of their symptoms with determination to find the root cause. âOften, THE TONGUE is the root cause and it is most often the last thing anyone ever thinks of.â Her clients have gained significant, life changing improvements of symptoms!
Becca also has an 8 week Performance and Recovery program. If you would like to participate in this program and receive a discount, please be sure to email Becca and mention that you heard about the program on my Six Weeks to Fitness podcast. You can find out more about Becca Rose here:
Contact information:
www.myofunctionalpathways.com
facebook.com/myofunctionalpathways
myofunctional.pathways.llc Instagram
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Are you suffering from Brain fog, dry mouth, anxiety, asthma, fatigue, high blood pressure, insomnia, snoring, ADHD or sleep apnea? Did you know that most adults are not breathing correctly, and by changing the way we breathe we can reverse most if not all of these illnesses? Most of us are mouth breathers and it is mouth breathing that is the cause of many respiratory diseases.
In this interview, Karese Laguerre, will show us how to breathe properly so we can sleep better, and become more productive. Karese Laguerre is a registered dental hygienist, Author, Speaker, Myofunctional therapist, and founder and owner of the Myospot. Her latest published book, Accomplish, delves into how to sleep better, eliminate burnout and execute goals. Kareseâs mission is to transform and positively impact as many households as possible through dynamic breath, brain and body work.
I found this to be one of my most life changing interviews to date. If you or any of your loved ones suffer from any respiratory or cardiovascular issues, then you must watch this interview. It can change the trajectory of your life.
Karese has a private practice in Florda and will provide free online consultations. To learn more about Karese Laquerre, visit www.themyospot.com. You can also order her book, Accomplished on Amazon.
Karese, like many parents, suffered in silence while her children struggled with the symptoms of undiagnosed sleep and breathing issues. One visit to a pediatric dentist changed the trajectory of their lives. Already a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH), Karese, trained with Sandra Holtzman, Lois Laynee and Sarah Hornsby to establish her orofacial myology knowledge. With this initial training and numerous others, in a few short years she has not only resolved all her children's issues, but helped hundreds of patients, children and adults alike, discover how great life can be functioning on full. Her private practice, The Myo Spot is now a leader in the quest for myofunctional therapy awareness and public education.
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How would you like to lose 10 pounds in 30 days without dieting? Do you even think itâs possible to lose weight without dieting? Not only is it possible, Iâve done it and so have countless others. In this video, I share my 4 tips on how you can lose 10 pounds in 30 days without even going on a diet. For many of us, losing one or two pounds would greatly improve our health, but what about 5, 10 or 15 pounds, wouldnât that increase our quality of life even more? Yes, it would.
As the host of my Six Weeks to Fitness podcast, I usually interview fitness and nutrition experts, doctors, athletes and celebrities to discuss the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. In this video, I am flying solo to share some of my personal knowledge and expertise in the area of weight loss.
For the past 30 years, I have trained and worked with hundreds of men and women through my Six Weeks to Fitness programs, so I know what works and what doesnât. Remember, Iâm not talking about crash dieting here, there are no âeat this not thatâ recommendations, just some common sense, yet, scientifically proven methods that will help you lose, release, drop (however you want to put it) at least 10 pounds in 30 days, and you get to keep it off, if you so choose.
Since the 2020 pandemic, the waistlines of average Americans have increased due to inactivity, stress and yes, poor eating habits. Fast forward to where we are today, in 2023, diabetes rates along with heart disease, dementia, cancer and other chronic diseases are increasing exponentially. These illnesses are preventable. Obesity is a risk factor for all of these diseases and with 42% of Americans currently obese, the forecast does not look too promising unless we take action and reverse course. Winter is just around the corner, and it is during this time of the year that most people âfall off the wagonâ and start putting on some extra pounds. In addition to the winter months, we have the ever-challenging holiday season, with all of the social gatherings and office parties to contend with. It is estimated that the average person puts on an extra 5 to 10 pounds from Thanksgiving to New Year's.
What if this year could be different? What if my 4 tips can help you lose 10 pounds by the new year? It can, and it will if you follow my 4 steps. Give it a try and let me know what you think.
For Information on my 6 Weeks to Fitness e-book, visit www.6weekstofitness.com;
Email: [email protected]
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In this interview, Lashay Taylor shares how eating fruits and living foods saved her life. Lashay lost 30 pounds in 30 days while taking the Orvel Douglas Fruit Feast Challenge.
After years of silently suffering from symptoms of endometriosis like prolonged periods of heavy bleeding, severe cramping, an abdominal tumor, depression, severe back pain, acid reflux and more, she started researching alternative ways to heal her body. Lashay was inspired by the raw vegan lifestyle after reading countless testimonials of others who changed their lives and improved their health eating fruits and living foods. After 3 years of transitioning from a standard American diet to a whole food plant-based raw food lifestyle, Lashay has reversed many of her symptoms and continues to spread awareness and inspire others about the importance of holistic living to change your life.
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In this video, Oliver Nam shares his vast expertise on how to get fit and stay fit in your 40s and beyond. He is the owner and operator of Thrive Training in Irvine, California, and his specialty is working with adults over 40 years of age. Oliver is also the author of âFitness Over 40: A Blueprint Workout.â Oliver Nam believes that everyone should be able to get up and down from the ground without pain and be able to pick up their kids or grandkids without throwing out their back.
His goal at Thrive Training in Irvine is to help you sleep better, have better posture, body awareness, and balance and to ultimately have more time for your family.
Oliver Nam has been training since 2005, receiving his certificates from National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and NCCPT (National Council for Certified Personal Trainers). After receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree from UC Irvine in 2004, he decided to leverage his love of sports and body mechanics into a career suitable for him. And with his experience in the Physical Therapy field for 5 years, he includes this knowledge in his everyday programs for each one of his members. As with the âGrowth Mindsetâ culture of Thrive Training in Irvine, Oliver continually learns new methods alongside his team of instructors; Sean Bjelland, Jarren Kitchens, Joseph Martinez, Joan Le and Courtney Tarango. He also works alongside Thriveâs Registered Dietitian, Whitney Lynott R.D. and Danielle Insley as the office manager.
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If you want instant low back pain relief âWe Gotcha Backâ! We Gotcha Back is a customized compression support belt that relieves back, lumbar, and total body pain. It induces improved blood circulation and is FDA-approved. The inventor of We Gotcha Back is Glenn Gordon, a disabled veteran, musician, songwriter, and singer, who shortly after leaving military service as a heavy equipment rough terrain forklift operator, started having back problems.
The military would not allow him any disability for his back pain, but they did give him many different back support belts that did not work and extreme-strength pain killer pills, which Glenn refused to take because of their addictive qualities. Instead, he created his own back support belt and that is when We Gotcha Back was born.
The belt is quickly racking up endorsements by athletes and celebrities. One such athlete is the all-time record holder for most Mr. Olympia titles, Lee Haney, who is now part of Glenn Gordonâs advisory team. Other celebrities wearing his belt include singer Keith Urban, comedian Jeff Foxworthy, professional dancer, Debbie Allen, Actress Kim Coles and others.
According to the World Health Organization, Lower Back Pain affects 619 million people worldwide and by 2050, that number will increase to 843 million. Low Back Pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide and is often associated with loss of work and a huge financial burden.
Just recently Mike Tyson was said to be suffering from Sciatica, a problem We Gotcha Back has been known to handle quite well. If youâre listening Mike, the inventor of WEGOTCHABACK, has a belt with your name on it.
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In this episode of my Six Weeks to Fitness podcast, I interview Sophia Paliov to discuss how she used Intermittent Fast and a low-carb diet (Keto), to lose 40 pounds in 4 months. Sophia has been in the public relations industry for over 27 years. She is the owner of SPPR-LA, a lifestyle, hospitality, beauty & fashion pr firm out of Los Angeles, California.
Growing up and most of her adult life Sophia has never had an issue with weight. In fact, people thought as a child and teen at times she was too thin. Sophia grew up always walking to school mostly and would take five days a week ballet and tap dance classes during her childhood years and into her early teens and remained at a good low weight (120-124) all the way through her late early thirties.
Around the age of 33, Sophia started to gain weight due to a lot of stress (cortisol) due to personal family stressors (father diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer) as well as eating way more processed foods and also dealing with some fibroid issues which has to be balanced out with stronger birth control.
In 2010 at the age of 38 Sophia's father died and by that point, she found herself about 15 pounds heavier even though she had begun to eat less processed foods and cut out a lot of her sugar. But the stress along with hormonal issues due to her fibroids still slowed down her weight. Soon afterward, Sophia's mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and for the next 8 years till her death in 2018, Sophia's weight fluctuated.
In 2015-2017 she began a serious weight loss journey and workout regimen by working out to a lot of cardio and doing low carb/gluten-free lifestyle. She got down to her goal weight of 127 and held it there till a workout injury in April of 2017 halted her progress. At that point, her mother's illness had severely progressed and by early 2018 Sophia's hormonal imbalance caused her fibroids to produce super heavy bleedings which kept her from doing heavy workouts.
By June 2020, Sophia had ballooned up to 165 pounds and was miserable. With surgery scheduled for that same month to deal with the fibroids, Sophia was finally able to get her hormonal balance in check; slowly. But, as the months went by the drive and determination to get back to her comfortable weight just was not there. She knew she had to make changes again and to get motivated to start moving her body but kept pushing it off. One day a week or two of working out just was not cutting it at almost 50. In April of 2021, Sophia saw a picture of herself in leggings and a tight top and just was floored at how bad she had gotten. It was that instant that triggered her to get motivated again and to know her WHY. She knew that she had to lose weight and that going low carb/keto would again be part of her life (which she has always done on and off), but she also knew outside of work she was missing something - she had to implement her WHY. She did not want to end up like her mom with Alzheimer's and even prior to that walking with a walker, she also feared cancer, so doing what she loves to do, Sophia stayed up at late hours and researched longevity, weight loss and found Intermittent Fasting. Ordering the book "The Complete Guide to Fasting" by Dr. Jason Fung, Sophia read it in two days and then just dove into more research on fasting, deepening into keto and the importance of protein, weight training, cardio and of course the magic of fasting.
By October of 2021 just in time for her 50th birthday Sophia had lost her weight and reached her goal weight of 129, and to this day she fluctuates between 125-129 with a steady amount of muscle gain.
Her philosophy is not about just losing weight, but how you go about it and she always asks others to know their WHY. "It's not a diet, it's a lifestyle."
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Did you know that over 50 million Americans suffer from constipation, or that 75% of us are not properly hydrated? The lack of being properly hydrated can cause serious problems for your gut and overall health. In this episode of my Six Weeks to Fitness podcast, I interviewed Michael Roller, former personal trainer, martial artist, and CEO of MIXSUPPS, a health and wellness brand out of Central Utah.
After obtaining a degree in Exercise Science and working as a personal trainer, Michael Roller spent years absorbing information from bodybuilders, fitness enthusiasts, athletes, doctors, and people who were just trying to live healthier lives, and realized that the supplements that most of them were using were constantly cycling as they looked for something that worked consistently. So, he set out to make the coolest supplement company with the best products, with clinically researched ingredients at the right dosages, that would actually work, but not only work but taste good.
During the interview, Michael will share his companyâs mission and discuss three of his companyâs main products: âLittle Sh!tsâ, which helps to relieve constipation naturally and without the side effects you would receive from over-the-counter laxatives; âOne Shot Water Amplifierâ, which is an immunity booster; and âGanbaru Energy,â an energy booster without caffeine and added sugar. To use these products, all you need to do is add water, which will increase your hydration, which is why I like these products.
After watching or listening to this interview, and you decide to try any of these products, use my promo code âVincent 20â and receive a 20% discount on the price.
Iâm currently trying the Ganbaru Energy product prior to my workouts, and so far itâs been a very good experience. It tastes great and all I have to do is add water which helps to keep me hydrated.
This was a very informative interview with a former personal trainer and martial artist turned CEO, of a wellness brand who set out to create products that will boost our gut health, improve immunity, and increase our energy levels naturally while helping us to become more hydrated.
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In this special presentation of my Six Weeks to Fitness podcast, I am joined by Fruitarian Orvel Douglas. Orvel attended Highbury & Islington College in London, England, where he received his Diploma with the International Therapy Examination Council. His journey into nutrition started about 25 years ago, when he weighed about 200 pounds and did not like the way his body looked or felt, which led him to study nutrition, and using his knowledge of nutrition along with exercise, he lost a total of 50 pounds in 8 weeks and totally transformed his body and his life.
Subsequently, he teamed up with my organization, Body Sculpt of New York and became the lead nutritionist for our Six Weeks to Fitness programs and provided nutrition counseling and workshops for Medgar Evers College, United Federation of Teachers; DC 37, 1199 SEIU, and the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse.
10 years ago, Orvel moved on from the vegan lifestyle to a fruitarian lifestyle. He is the creator and founder of the Fruit Feast Challenge on Facebook, where he is literally transforming hundreds of lives all across the world educating the masses about the healing powers of fruits.
During this interview, Orvel will share his journey into becoming a Fruitarian, and the many benefits you can expect to experience by adding fruits to your diet. He will also share some of the many successes participants in his Fruit Feast Challenges have experienced through the years, everything from the reversal of diabetes, heart disease, weight loss and kidney disease. I truly believe you will enjoy this interview and it may change your life, or at least it may change the way you look at fruits.
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Did you know that there is a connection between your feet, your core and your glutes? If you want a strong core and strong glutes, you should consider strengthening your feet. Thatâs right, your feet!
In this episode of my Six Weeks To fitness podcast, I am joined by Dr Emily Splichal, a Functional Podiatrist and Human Movement Specialist. She is the Founder of EBFA Global, Creator of the Barefoot Training SpecialistÂź Certification, Author of Barefoot Strong and CEO/Founder of Naboso Technology, a company that delivers innovative textured insoles and mats that help increase foot strength and health by increasing sensory stimulation in your feet. With over 20 years in the fitness industry, Dr Splichal has dedicated her medical career towards studying postural alignment and human movement as it relates to barefoot science, foot to core integration and sensory integration. During the interview, Dr. Emily will discuss the most common injuries she has to deal with as a podiatrist and how to prevent and treat them. She will also discuss the importance of foot awareness, the benefits of barefoot training and how strengthening your feet can tighten the core and gluteal muscles. This is a must-watch interview for anyone with foot, core or glute issues.
I learned so much in this interview about the importance of our feet, and thanks to Dr. Splichal, I am now walking around my home barefoot for at least 30 minutes per day, and it feels great! Visit www.naboso.com and receive 20% off of any of their products by typing in my promotion code âsixweeksâ.
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In this episode of my Six Weeks to Fitness podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Danielle Cunningham, an inspiring leader in the health and wellness industry. She is a certified Group Exercise Instructor, Personal Trainer and Wellness Coach with over 25 years experience.
Danielle has a love for activities such as roller skating, tennis, running, hiking, swimming and being a former athlete, she is an avid sports fan of tennis, football, basketball and track & field.
While teaching Group Exercise, Training and Coaching in and around the metro Atlanta area, Danielle has continued to strengthen her passion for being healthy and active, which was her motivation to launch "Living Well with Danielle" in 2016. During the interview, Danielle will share what it means to Live Well with Danielle.
As a Health and Fitness Professional, Danielle's objective is to provide all the support, information and motivation her clients need to achieve and maintain their goals. She is committed to helping her clients realize and unlock their full potential through lifestyle change, customized programs and goal setting.
Danielleâs goal is to take Living Well with Danielle on the road throughout the country, so keep your eyes and ears open because Living Well with Danielle will be coming to a city near you.
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In this episode of my Six Weeks to Fitness podcast, I am joined by Jorge Blamo, an actor and former collegiate baseball star. Jorge always loved acting and sports but chose to play baseball in high school and college, but as fate would have it, a groin injury sidelined him from playing during his sophomore year of college. Depressed while recovering from his injury, Jorge switched gears and returned to his other âfirstâ love â acting.
After college, Jorge pursued acting full-time. His credits include "Bull" on CBS and Huluâs "Wu-Tang: An American Saga," among others. Jorge has done commercials for RĂ©my Martin alongside singer, songwriter Usher, Sling TV, Audi, Bose, and Under Armour. He is also slated to appear in two upcoming movies, including "With Myself."
During the interview Jorge discusses his Ghanian/Portuguese roots; the influence his mother and father had on his life growing up and the significant role faith, fitness and a positive mental mindset play in helping him to pursue his dreams as a professional actor. When I asked Jorge how he deals with rejection when it comes to landing roles in Hollywood, he stated that âfor every thousand noâs there is one yes. Itâs the same in baseball, you donât bat one thousand, but you keep swinging.â
It was a real pleasure interviewing this young, positive and inspiring, purpose-driven rising star. Remember the name Jorge Blamo, you will be seeing his name all over the big screen one day soon.
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What do celebrities Will Smith, Diddy, Common, Mike Tyson, Kevin Durant and Tyrese Gibson all have in common? They are all clients of my next guest, Chef Ryan Rondeno, the âPrivate Chef to the Starsâ.
Chef Ryan is making his lavish recipes available to people across the U.S. as he offers some trade secrets, training through simple techniques, tips, and tricks, and revealing signature recipes for all ages. With a passion for French, Italian, and Regional American Cuisine, his focus remains on local, sustainable cuisine with a strong emphasis on bold flavorsânot to mention the love of New Orleans cuisine and fresh California flavors.
Most notably, Chef Ryan has also appeared on the following segments and placed in food competition for the following: World Food Championships (top 10 finish), The Jam TV Show, Atl & Co, Good Day Charlotte, Good Day San Diego, NY food & Wine Fest, Culinary Fight Club- LA, San Diego, Chicago (won 3 times and finished 3rd in national championship).
Chef Rondeno is the founder and owner of Rondeno Culinary Designs and the Rondeno Spice Collection (Nola Creole Rub, Citrus Herb Rub, and Ancho-Chili BBQ Rub) designed to help cooks of all skill levels enhance the flavor of the dishes. His culinary focus is on the use of grass-fed organic meats and locally-grown organic produce.
Chef Rondeno recently created the Food Culture App, which offers simple recipes that will bring unique and tasty experiences to the kitchen table. The Food Culture App was created to embody a personal and unique approach of food and flavor in the kitchen. âWe wanted to create cost-effective and flavorful scratch recipes that didn't break the bank. The App was also designed to have a one-on-one feel, as if I'm cooking with you every step of the way,â says Chef Rondeno.
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Do you like to dance? What are you doing on Saturday, May 21st in New York City? How would you like to participate in a free event that attracts over 10,000 dancers, live bands, DJs and over one hundred unique styles of dance and culture? Iâm talking about live Tango, Salsa, Afro-Cuban Conga bands, floats, Dance Battles, a Soul Train Line and much more?
If all of this sounds too good to be true, then listen to my interview with Jamila Holman, the Festival Production Lead for the 16th annual Dance Parade. During the interview, Jamila discusses in detail, what you can expect to experience when you attend this awesome event. This is the largest dance event in New York City, and the only event (to my knowledge), where you are given a ticket if you donât move your body! Thatâs right, instead of a parking or speeding ticket, you will receive a ticket for not moving. So, if youâre looking to tone up your body and lose weight, why not have fun while doing it at the 16th annual Dance Parade?
Jamila Holman began her dance career in NYC in 2003 with renowned Jazz Choreographer Frank Hatchett. Jamila danced at Madison Square Garden for the New York Knicks and was chosen to perform in shows in China, with John Legend and Paul McCartney. Jamila began her training under Frank Hatchettâs principal dancer Kim Norrington and was bolstered by choreographers at the Broadway Dance Center and Hunter College. Her training varies in styles from ballet, to jazz, tap, hip-hop and African. As a teacher she has assisted Frank Hatchett at conventions such as The Dance Teachers Summit, NADAA, with the New York Knicks Cheering for Children Organization and at New York Cityâs most popular gyms such as Crunch and David Barton. Currently, Jamila tours arenas nationwide as a choreographer and back-up dancer with R&B star Lisa Lisa of Lisa Lisa and the Cult Jam.
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