Health Hacker

Craig Hamilton didn't know why his highs were so high and his lows the polar opposite? Well it turns out Craig had Bipolar, and his understanding of the condition of keep the mind level are lessons we can all learn from. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, we're back here again, indoors. So Adam has hacking into the lockdown best tips to stay fit and come out the other end stronger than when you went in.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So you got the jab, how do you treat your body right to help the vaccine become more effective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's an insiders explanation to your insides, Adam speaks to Dr Sarah Holper who explains in simple terms and no Dr speak, what's wrong with you and why? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After overcoming brain cancer and starting his charity, Mark Hughes' philosophy on life is one of inspiration and motivation for all of us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've hear this your phrase your whole life, "breakfast is the most important meal of the day, well is it? It turns out there's a lot more to it than we originally thought and Adam hacks into it for us.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yep, food can help both men and women in the bedroom. It's an important part of the human connection, so Adam has hacked into the the hot tips to making it better for all of us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Counting calories, convenience or weight loss, there's more and more companies offering pre-prepared meals to suit our life style and health goals, but how good are they really? Adam goes on a two week prepared meals binge and reports back on his findings.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 in 6 Aussies are shift workers, so how do we keep our body health when working abnormal hours, plus you asked Adam if he had to choose just one exercise to get strong, what would it be? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam answers your most requested questions, on this episode we dive into the importance of a caffeine reset and the best way to fast so it doesn't work against you See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trying to be happy and have a purpose can sometimes have the opposite effect and make us lost and sad. Adam MacDougall discusses with legendary Turia Pitt how to pull back on the pressures of "having it all figured out"? and give ourselves the breathing space to find what makes us happy and get us up everyday,  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the latest craze in healthy cooking, Adam look's into if the AirFryer really is all it's cracked up to be. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gretchen Rubin is a happiness expert and has developed the 4 tendencies test. Once we know which one we are, we can better understand what drives us so we can make the right choices to make us happy. Plus she's got plenty of other hacks to happiness, like the 1 minute rule, trust us... you'll love this one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ditch the cheat meal, and learn about a 'treat' meal, it can have exceptional benefits to help you continue the downward trend on your scales.. and not be stuck on a weight loss plateau.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After one weird day in a yoga studio that left him drenched in sweat, science journalist and author James Nestor then spent years researching and experimenting breathing which culminated in his book, 'Breath'. Adam and James hack into his book on how we should breath and what will change in our body as a result and just scary, how bad it is for us if we don't change! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If there's one diet you should stick to, it's this one... Adam hacks into the heart health benefits of the Mediterranean diet with Dr Catherine Itsiopolous.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian of the year Dr James Muecke dives into his research with Adam to help us understand and avoid the different type of sugar and right diets to not only prevent but even reverse one of the biggest killers in the world, diabetes.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Smith is opinionated and has amassed an enormous instagram following but for good reason - He's done the research and hours on the gym floor to be able to call it as he see's it - especially when the things he see's are usually misleading the public. A refreshing conversation with plenty to learn about our bodies and minds from someone in the health space who gives a damn about the people as much as Adam does.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sugar, it's more addictive than illegal drugs and one of the biggest villains fighting against our health - It's also one of the most requested topics you ask us to hack into. In this episode Adam explains why our bodies love it, the different forms it comes in, how it affects us and more importantly, how to avoid eating it too much of it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Merrick Watts takes Adam MacDougall through what it was really like to go through the course of SAS Australia TV show and how it has changed him.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dairy... It's one of the biggest question we receive from you, so Adam is going to get to the bottom of it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are certain foods that boost our immunes and Adam has found out which ones will give us the biggest bang for our buck.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now, more than ever we want to make sure our immune systems are as strong as they can be to help fight off whatever comes our way. Adam has dug deep into the supplements we should take that will give our immune systems the biggest boost. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Viruses aren't going anywhere, so how do you arm your self and your body to give you the best chance to fighting them off.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What actually is a virus, how many are there and how do we catch them? COVID-19 has changed our lives now more than ever and Adam hacks in to how the virus and all viruses work and how to best avoid them See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Commando Steve Willis hacks into how focusing your mind to further fuels the body, and visa versa. The man behind the camouflage pants and wrap around sunnies is much more enlightened and insightful than you would have expected.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gut health is so important, but there's a lot of mistruths and theories out there. Adam MacDougall speaks to gut health dietitian Nicole Dynan & Dr Emma Becket, molecular nutritionist from Newcastle University to set the record straight on what you should and shouldn't be eating to maximise good gut health..  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've wanted 6 pack abs all your life, this is how you can finally get them. Adam MacDougall covers what type of fat you need to lose, what diet to follow and the exercise to make those abs pop! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The food you eat and the way you prepare it can actually change your genes! Genomic scientist Amanda Archibald explains to host Adam MacDougall the science behind her food hacks that help us fight disease and increases our level of health. This is an absolutely fascinating episode for the deep health nerds!

"It's not mateship, it is friendship" - The loveable philanthropist, sporting tragic and radio announcer Gus Worland explains to Adam MacDougall how his foundation, Gotcha4Life is changing the lives of Australian blokes and their families. It's men 2.0 and it all starts with a simple chat.

Is it possible to lose weight and eat normally? Well… Yes, according to Michele Chevalley Hedge in her latest book Eat drink and still shrink. Adam MacDougall finds out her tips to managing your diet long term and also, how to understand the serving information on the back of the packet, it will change the way you shop forever.

Interval weight loss expert Dr Nick Fuller is back on health hacker to take us through his new book discussing the 6 principals to interval Weight Loss for Women and to keep it off for good  

Surfing icon Tom Carroll gives you health, life and mindfulness lessons to overcome your physical and mental hurdles taken directly from his time on the pro circuit, his own injuries and demons and from his new found passion of meditation.

Podcaster Sarah Grynberg has been on a mission interviewing inspirational people to find out, What a life of greatness means to them? No more prudent is that question now as most of us self-isolate and reflect on what is truly important to us now and how to get it. 

Say goodbye to dieting forever. Psychologist Glenn Mackintosh, author of the fantastic book ‘Thinsanity’, takes us through the 7 steps to changing our relationship with food and identifying how your mind is obsessed with being thin.

How can you change your mindset to get what you want and achieve your goals? And how do you know you have chosen the right goals? Super coach to the football greats and now executive coach to the boardroom big hitters, Wayne Pearce explains to Adam how to hack your brain to only let the good information in and expel the time wasting thoughts from our mind.   

“No one says 'I wish I had more ice cream last night', but you remember the time you ran further than you thought you could” Boston based Joe De Sena created the Spartan race. An obstacle course to help people gain perspective for what's tough in life and set a new benchmark on what they can really achieve when they push themselves. He's helped thousands of people around the world and is in Australia to conduct the Spartan race in bush fire affected areas. More at spartanrace.com.au

Do hi fat - low carb diets work? Adam explores a listener question on the Atkins diet whilst also taking a look at Keto and the effects these diets have, both good and bad, on the body. Send your questions to healthhacker@themanshake.com.au

Could you do a hard core work out blind folded? Sensory trainer Da Rulk has worked with firefighters, Navy Seals and even the God of Thunder, Chris Hemsworth. While training the body is important, Da Rulk's unique sensory training techniques help his recruits build a stronger and more alert mind. He's even worked with gaming headset brand Turtle beach, Da Rulk is next level!

Your questions on the Game Changers documentary. What's more effective Exercise vs Diet? And Is coffee good or bad for you?  Adam MacDougall hacks answers to your questions in his first, but what will be many Q&A episodes to come. Keep the questions coming in on Adam's and PodcastOne Australia's socials. 

Professional Basketballer Juvan Langford realised his passion was actually something else - the devotion to helping men around the world got the next level bu adjusting their pre conceived masculine mindset. Adam MacDougall and Juvan talk about his journey to creating the MenTour and how it's changing lives for men and the communities around them.  

Using supplements to boost your diet is proven to increase your health and fitness, but which ones are the most effective. Adam hacks into the top 5 supplements you'll need everyday to get fitter, stronger and feel great  

Meditation hacks with Paul and Tami Roos. The powerfully calm couple explain how lifting weights and running km's can only do so much for your success. The control of your mind through meditation is what won the Sydney swans premierships, allows them to work together as husband and wife and breeds success for you in work, relationships and health.  For any episode or guest suggestions, send your ideas to healthhacker@themanshake.com.au or via the Man Shake socials. 

Is a Vegan diet right for you? Adam explains how the Vegan diet works, why it’s different to becoming a vegetarian, and the supplements you will need to take now that meat is no longer in your diet.

Overcoming Olympic disappointment, injury and training while pregnant - Eloise Wellings is a true athlete who has hacks that us mere mortals can apply to our own life to optimise our health. Get in touch with Adam at themanshake.com.au

Shane Crawford shares the how values he learnt from his mother was the key to his success in football, TV and raising money for charity. Get in touch with Adam at themanshake.com.au

Food is information, Adam explains the right foods to send positive information around your body to improve your mood and making you feel great. Ask Adam a health question at themanshake.com.au

The top hacks to success with AFL legend Chris Judd - From his footy career to a life after footy with 4 kids and multiple part time jobs. 

Spring has sprung and over winter so did our bellies, buns and tums. Adam hacks into the best way to get fit and feel great in Spring. 

Adam learns from AIA Insurance CEO Damien Mu, how his vision to make Australia and New Zealand the healthiest nations on the planet starts at home with his own work, fitness, diet and mental goals... and it's a never ending process 

Part 2 of Adam MacDougall hacking into how to bounce out of bed, do a day’s work and still have energy well in the evening.