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This fascinating episode, we uncover the surprising connection between hypothyroidism and dehydration. Discover how low thyroid function can disrupt fluid balance—leading to fatigue, dry skin, and other symptoms—and how staying properly hydrated can actually support thyroid hormone function We also explore practical tips for improving hydration, supporting thyroid health, and avoiding electrolyte imbalances. If you're navigating unexplained fatigue, brain fog, or dry skin, this episode reveals simple yet powerful strategies to boost both your thyroid and overall well-beingWHAT YOU'LL LEARN: The importance of staying hydratedWhat is dehydration?How dehydration alters thyroid hormone levelsWill drinking water correct underlying thyroid dysfunction?How much water do I need?Tips for preventing dehydrationCan you drink too much water?Check out our blog and read the full article here: https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/hypothyroidism-dehydration ABOUT PALOMA HEALTH: Paloma Health is an online medical practice focused exclusively on treating hypothyroidism. From online visits with your provider to easy prescription management and lab orders, we create personalized treatment plans for you. Become a member, or try our at-home test kit and experience a whole new level of hypothyroid care. Use code PODCAST to save $30 at checkout.Disclaimer: The $30 discount is only valid for first-time Paloma Health members and test kit users. Coupon must be entered at the time of checkout. Become a Paloma Member:https://www.palomahealth.com/pricing-hypothyroidism Paloma Complete Thyroid Blood Test Kit:https://www.palomahealth.com/home-thyroid-blood-test-kit
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Are you a serial snacker? Is there ALWAYS room for dessert? Do you find yourself feeling hungry throughout the day, despite just eating? Or maybe you notice reaching for a bag of chips whenever you're feeling stressed? Did you know that there are actually different types of hunger that can shape our eating habits? Spoiler: You're NOT broken!Welcome to Salad with a Side of Fries, the podcast where we dig into the surprising truths about how we eat and why. Today, host and health coach Jenn Trepeck is tackling a topic that's far more complex than it seems: hunger. We're going to explore the fascinating world of hedonic hunger, the kind driven by pure pleasure, and how it can often override our natural homeostatic hunger, that biological signal that tells us we actually need fuel. We'll also explore how processed foods significantly impact our hunger signals and strategies for managing each type. Get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about your cravings and your plate, because by the end of this episode, you'll have a whole new understanding of what it means to truly be hungry. The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, who discusses wellness and weight loss in real life, clearing up myths, misinformation, and bad science surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let's dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00) Hedonic hunger, driven by dopamine, can override the biological drive of homeostatic hunger(06:48) Hunger is not a moral failing, and how to identify homeostatic hunger(12:01) Cravings versus hunger, and studies show high nutrient density diets reduce hunger pains and cravings(16:58) Is it hunger, or is it restriction, and hedonic hunger involves eating for pleasure, triggered by ultra-processed foods or stress(22:47) Controlling hedonic hunger(27:35) Emotional hunger is eating to cope with emotions, and recognizing emotional eating is key to managing it(33:50) Conditioned hunger is defined as a learned response to stimuli or situations(37:55) Hidden hunger is defined as cellular micronutrient deficiency, often from processed foods(43:00) Toxic hunger is defined as discomfort from processed food toxins(47:34) Nutrient-dense, whole foods emphasized as key to balancing all hunger typesKEY TAKEAWAYS:Hunger is multifaceted and often extends beyond the need for energy. There are several types of hunger—hedonic, emotional, conditioned, hidden, and toxic—that are distinct from basic physiological (homeostatic) hunger. This indicates that a complex interplay of pleasure can drive eating, emotions, learned responses, and even cellular deficiencies or toxic exposures, rather than just an empty stomach.Understanding the various drivers of hunger is crucial for managing eating behaviors effectively. Recognizing whether hunger is due to a biological need, an emotional state, a learned trigger, or even a cellular deficiency allows individuals to address the root cause more effectively. For example, emotional eating requires different strategies than homeostatic hunger.Food quality has a significant impact on hunger and overall well-being. Eating Nutrient-dense foods can reduce true hunger pains and cravings, while processed foods contribute to "hidden" and "toxic" hunger due to nutrient deficiencies and the presence of toxins. This underscores the importance of whole, unprocessed foods not just for satiety, but also for preventing various forms of discomfort and health issues often mistaken for hunger.QUOTES: (07:13) "The body only has so many ways to communicate with us." - Jenn Trepeck(14:21) “Eating nutrient-dense foods minimizes hunger pains." - Jenn Trepeck(21:06) “Hedonic hunger is when people get into that shame and blame and beat themselves up.” - Jenn Trepeck(31:12) “One of the best questions my therapist ever asked me was, where am I not being fed?" - Jenn TrepeckRESOURCES:Become A Member of Salad with a Side of FriesJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramNutrition Nugget: HungerThe Bulls-Eye of Change
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This week's Addicted to Fitness provides info on how you can avoid taking sick leave after your travel plans this summer. Nick and Shannon describe how exercise, hydration, supplementation, and cleanliness can minimize the fatigue and illnesses commonly associated with travel. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Visit addictedtofitness.libsyn.com to listen to our entire archive. Like & Follow the Addicted to Fitness Podcast Facebook page (Facebook.com/addictedtofitnesspodcast). Follow Nick & Elemental Training Tampa on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ElementalTampa) and Instagram (www.instagram.com/ettampa/) to participate in free live workouts. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast and send Nick a DM if you're interested in receiving a customized workout plan or visit shannonjb.comto learn more about Shannon's wellness coaching program.
Schwitzen, Sonnenbrand, Dehydration? Muss nicht sein! In dieser Folge stellen wir dir die stillen Held:innen deines Sommerlaufs vor: Von cleveren Stirnbändern über Sport-Sonnencreme bis zu Elektrolytgetränken ist alles dabei, was heiße Runs angenehmer, sicherer – und manchmal sogar schneller macht. Kompakt und praxisnah zeigen wir dir, mit welchen kleinen Helfern du auch bei hohen Temperaturen smart unterwegs bist. Für alle, die den Sommer laufend genießen wollen!Musik: No ExcusesFoto: Adobe Stock/Rob WilkinsonHier findet ihr unsere aktuellen Gewinnspiele & Rabatt-Aktionen!Ihr wollt mehr von uns hören? Dann hört hier in den ACHILLES RUNNING Podcast rein! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Karen Saves The Universe: Part 1Desperate aliens kidnap a Karen to save their world!Based on a post by LingeringAfterthought, in 3 parts. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories.On the starship Onan, the Priamites dubiously watched the screen display the creature. Dr. Fehr's algorithm had brought them trekking across the galaxy to a smallish, blue planet around an unimpressive star. While there was no denying the power emitted by the angry, festering organic matter before them, the thought of containing it and bringing it back to Priam was daunting. Still, the fate of their world hung upon the success of their mission."Do we have; uh; audio yet, Lieutenant Cavill?" Captain Hemsworth said, pausing briefly to joylessly ejaculate into his cumsuit, which quickly reclaimed the essence he emitted and channeled it into one of the suit's containment pouches to be resorbed as nourishment.Ever since the people of Eros had unleashed their horrific weapon on them, the Priamites orgasmed almost constantly. The Eros Curse, which seemed like a gift at first, became a tool of enslavement and oppression as the great Priam civilization devolved into listless people who passed the time sitting and staring at nothing in particular. Even special holidays were simply spent gathered in each other's' houses, grunting intermittently. The children of Priam, spared by the curse of Eros by living in growth pods, were never exposed to the disease or its effects until the seemingly arbitrary age of 18, so at least there was no trouble with the censors. The demands of orgasming so frequently took its toll on the Priamite's bodies. Dehydration, muscle spasms, and fatigue were common. The effects on the mind were worse. It wasn't until the invention of the cumsuit, which not only reclaimed the fluid loss and prevented dehydration, but also reduced arousing sensations until the wearer was nearly numb, that it was possible for them to journey out into the stars in search of a cure.Guided by the ancient journals of the revered Dr. Fehr, the Priamites had come to a small planet where it was foretold that there was a force of great and terrible power. It was hoped that this force could be used to break free of the cruel Eros Curse, but time was running out. Even wearing the cumsuits, the crew of the Onan, who were the most stoic, intellectual and sexless men of Priam, felt themselves progressively weakening to the Curse. It was only a matter of time until they lost all sense of duty and simply went adrift through the universe."No audio yet, Captain. The resonant frequency is so shrill that if we don't modulate the pitch; uh;” Lieutenant Cavill replied, closing his eyes and shaking as he orgasmed, then collapsed and stared blankly at the control panels as he recovered.Another crewman took over at the panel, "Captain, I can give you audio, but only for a short time. Even on their planet, they; they; oh; oh fuck;” the replacement said, stiffening as he spurted inside his suit, then shook his head to clear it and looked to their leader for orders. Captain Hemsworth braced himself in his chair and nodded for him to activate audio.A horrendous braying screech filled the bridge, “ No Idea Why You People Can't Even Take An Order Right! I Ordered The Cobb Salad With Extra Avocado! I Don't Care If It's Not On There Or Not! Fix The Damn Menu! I Have Been Coming Here For Over 15 Years And I Know For A Fact That You People Had Cobb Salad On There Two Years Ago When You Were Called Baker's Pie;"Another voice interjected, soft and conciliatory, "Oh, yes, ma'am; I see the confusion. The Baker's Pie that was here went out of business. This restaurant is Snooker's, now, so we don't have the same menu, but our club salad is very similar to;""Are You Actually Interrupting Me? Get. Me. A. Cobb. Salad. Extra Avocado! Do You Understand? Extra Avocado! Mucho Amortado! Comprendo Estupido?"Even in that short interlude, most of the Onan's bridge crew had begun bleeding from their ears and collapsing onto the deck. Captain Hemsworth, a man of rare tolerance and stamina, struggled past their unconscious bodies to the control panel and lowered the volume until it was barely audible. "Computer, disburse caffeline into bridge life support systems, 15 parts per million," he mumbled, leaning on the control panel for support as the strong stimulant hissed into the room. He didn't like to use the drug, because the heightened energy it gave often led to periods of prolonged involuntary masturbation, but he couldn't afford to waste time for the crewmen to awaken naturally. Not when conditions were so dire on Priam.Lieutenant Cavill groaned and rose weakly, climbing back into his console chair and checking the readings. "What happened, Captain? Our scans showed a primitive civilization on the planet without any meaningful defenses. What was that? Some kind of weapon?" he asked.Captain Hemsworth did a double-take at the crewman in wonder, but he said nothing. All around him, he watched the rest of the crew slowly getting to their feet and going back to their positions. All the men were alert, aware, and focused on their duties. Several of them were talking to each other; in full uninterrupted sentences. No one drooled, no one's eyes rolled back; not one of them stared off into space, as if dully re-living the curse that had infected their brains. He, himself, had not even felt the urge to sexually relieve himself once, even with the high levels of caffeline in the air. Indeed, he had not felt anything below the waist; not since he heard that voice. He doubted whether he would have the urge to orgasm ever again. They had finally done it."That was no weapon, Cavill; it is what we came here to find. It's the cure that Dr. Fehr told us was here all along. Contact High Command and tell them; tell them we found it. Tell them we have found; The Karen.The man-eating woman.After straightening out the incompetent waiter on her order, Karen Carmichael excused herself from her prayer group's table and walked to the restrooms, incensed. What kind of man actually cries when taking an order for a salad? Probably gay; or whatever kids were calling themselves these days. Was there such a thing as "gay" anymore, when people "identified" themselves as whatever the hell occurred to them? What was the point of picking a sexuality when people didn't even have a species anymore?Of course, Travis the Waiter had to play the victim about it, too, making the entire restaurant gawk over at their table like they were monsters. He probably knew they were a nice church group and went out of his way to make trouble. Sure, they all scream for "tolerance," but their types couldn't wait to attack nice people of faith like her who showed the world what it was to be decent and pure of heart. Well, he could just kiss his tip money goodbye! Tipping had gotten ridiculous anyway; a generation of whiny babies feeling entitled to extra money just for doing their jobs. ‘If ‘; they did their jobs. She couldn't even get a salad; and, by God, if the Manager didn't make things right, her Yelp review on this place would burn a hole through people's screens!Karen pushed on the door to the restroom tightly clutching her can of pepper spray, because sexual predators were always trying to rape women like her in public restrooms, and she nearly screamed when the door opened. Wet paper towels were everywhere. The garbage bin was overflowing, and some slob had splashed water all over the sink area! Now, she'd have to make the Manager take care of this, too! More drama, when she just wanted to have a nice lunch with her friends. And, of course, the Manager would just try to ‘handle ‘; her; as if she was some unreasonable bitch just for wanting to use a facility that wasn't absolutely disgusting! Then looking near her, but not at her, the Manager would apologize in that fake-nice voice and offer to comp her meal; offering her even more of what was bad in the first place. Managers and their fake apologies. They weren't sorry. The soulless jerks never meant it. They just wanted her to go away; acting like she was a scamming thief instead of someone who just wanted to be treated decently.She settled on the toilet and tried to calm herself. Lately, half the time she wanted to cry, or scream, or tear out her hair; but it wouldn't matter. Nothing would change. Everything changed around her, though. Menus; her children; hairstyles; prices; everything changed. It felt like everything had just left her behind. She looked everywhere for the things she used to love, but she couldn't find them anymore; and if she did find them, they weren't the same as they once were. Nothing made her feel her joy like she used to. That was it. Maybe she was done; that her turn at having any real joy was over. Now, the only time anyone tried to make her happy, or even looked at her, was when she screamed at them.Karen opened her eyes to a rattling sound at the door of her long, handicapped-bathroom stall. "Occupied!" she called out. To her dismay, the dial holding the sliding bolt turned all by itself and the door unlocked. "Hey! Get out!" she yelled, grabbing her pepper spray and holding it in front of her while she tried to stand and pull up her yoga pants."Nice human; good human;” a vaguely disembodied male voice said as a dark, hooded figure in a bizarre form-fitting spacesuit stepped into her stall holding what looked like a staff with a flexible loop affixed to the end of it. It slowly stepped toward her, as cautiously as one might approach a spooked animal. "Human want a nice piece of kale? Yes you do! Yes you do! Who's a good human?" it asked, holding out a curly dark green leaf to her and shaking it temptingly."What the hell?" she yelled, fumbling with the pepper spray can and trying to figure out how to make it work, just as the loop at the end of the staff went down over her head and around her neck, cinching tight.Karen choked, clutching at the loop with one hand, trying to loosen it so she could breathe, and with the other she emptied the can of pepper spray into the hooded face of her attacker. She struggled wildly, but the staff with the loop effectively controlled her and prevented her from landing any punches or kicks on her attacker. As darkness started creeping in on her vision, the last thing she saw was the figure deeply inhale the cloud of pepper spray and hold its breath, then say in a choked voice, "Ready for transport, sir; and man, they've got some good shit down here;”The forgotten leaf of kale fell down next to where Karen's cheek was pressed against the filthy bathroom floor, and with what she feared was her dying breath she choked out, "I want; to see; the; Manager;”Karen's ne victim."I used kale, Sir. Worked like a charm. It's one of the most nutritionally dense materials on the planet, so naturally, it was irresistible," a larger Priamite said to Captain Hemsworth, as he stripped out of his protective suit in a small enclave, bathed in an undulating light.Captain Hemsworth nodded. "Good work, Commander Momoa. Decontaminate for a full four cycles and I want protective measures in place for all personnel. God knows what this thing is capable of when it wakes."Karen heard garbled voices nearby, but kept her eyes closed and tried to steady her breathing. What had happened? The air smelled odd; almost crackling with ozone and energy, like a storm coming. The ambient sounds of the room told her she was not in Snookers anymore. Probably human traffickers. She saw a whole show about it. The bastards kidnapped her and were going to sell her into sexual slavery; except that she wasn't a teenager. She was 51 years old. Nobody would pay for sex with her, much less risk a felony conviction for it. Any ransom demands sent to her husband were going to have disappointing results, as well. So, what was going on? Why was she here? The kids were in college and wouldn't even notice she was gone until Christmas came. Her friends; her passive-aggressive competitors, if she was being honest; they'd just assume she left in a huff and stiffed them on the lunch check. The cold, hard truth was: nobody cared about her anymore and she knew it. That meant, if she was going to get out of this, she would have to do it herself. Her cheek hurt where it had hit that disgusting bathroom floor and she reached her hand up to touch it. The voices yelped in alarm and Karen opened her eyes to see two figures backing away from the enclosure she was imprisoned in."Who the hell are you, and what have you done with my purse?" she yelled, pushing herself to her feet. She walked toward them, crossing her arms and glaring. "I want whoever is in charge over here right now! I mean it!" she yelled, pointing as she walked toward them. One of the figures screamed, clutched at his ears and doubled over, staggering around the room dramatically. The other, larger one she recognized from the restaurant bathroom was in some tanning-booth-looking-thing, half naked and gorgeous in a likely-sexual-predator kind of way. Rather than flailing around the room, he seemed to have gone into a catatonic trance. God, people were useless. "You! Himbo!" she shouted, pointing at him. "Where is my purse? Did you even think to get it when you kidnapped me, or am I going to miss my Ozempic shot? I hope to God you assholes have good lawyers!"The beefy kidnapper in the tanning booth wobbled, then vomited loudly. Karen snorted as he slid down to the floor, unconscious. Pathetic. The smaller figure dove toward a panel on the wall next to her enclosure and pressed a few buttons and she heard the ambient noise of her room change, like it was encased, somehow."I've muted it. It's become even stronger than before;” Captain Hemsworth gasped, helping Commander Momoa to his feet again."How are we going to get it back to Priam? We could choke it out again every time it awakens; give the privilege out as a reward to the crew?" Commander Momoa suggested eagerly."No," Captain Hemsworth said, coming closer to the force field separating him from the angry Karen still yelling and pointing from inside the enclosure. "The cumulative effects of throttling it constantly might affect its functioning. We need The Karen at full power if we are to rescue Priam. We need to keep it conscious. We must feed it, provide it breathing gasses, and keep it clean; it appears to be constantly decaying. That reminds me ; cleaning duty goes to Ensign Holland. He's still on my shit list after the incident with the Zendayans.""Aye, sir."Captain Hemsworth cleared his throat and pressed another button on the side panel. "Hail Karen, bringer of blessed flaccidity, destroyer of abhorrent lust, and banisher of all erotic thought. We are men of the planet Priam. We mean you no harm. We come to you seeking aid, and we come in peace. Actually, until we found you, we would come almost constantly. It was disgusting. Everything was sticky. You see, our enemies from Eros sent us the most perfect pornographic images disguised in an innocent-looking email attachment. Once they were seen, they could not be unseen. They were burned into our brains, cursing us with perpetual arousal. The first wave of Priamites were taken by surprise once they activated the link. The next wave fell victim when the first wave posted the link on their social media because it was just so unbelievably; anyway, after the rest of our population fell out of curiosity or boredom, our civilization was nearly destroyed. We have been searching the stars for a cure, but to no avail. Then, just as all hope seemed lost, we found you; we heard your voice; and our loins finally withered. You are now a guest on my ship, The Onan, en route to my homeworld Priam. There, we will deliver your noxious, strident sounds to everyone, freeing them from their intransigent arousal. Then, after we are assured that all have been cured, we shall return you to your home."At this, Karen made an unpleasant face and began breathing on the clear wall of her enclosure, fogging it. Then, she quickly wrote a short message. "What does it mean?" Commander Momoa said, squinting at the squiggling lines she had made.At this, the computer made a chirp and began speaking, "The message, from the American dialect of the language English translates to: Why didn't you just make a recording?"Captain Hemsworth's shoulders slumped and he closed his eyes with a sigh. Commander Momoa's eyes went wide and he clapped his hand over his face in exasperation. "Fuck;” Momoa said in realization. "A recording;”"Dammit. We didn't have to take her at all, did we?" Captain Hemsworth groaned.Karen glared at them and wrote another word on the wall. As certain as Captain Hemsworth was that he did not need or want the translation, the computer was already on the job. "'Dumbasses,'" the computer cheerfully intoned, "a colloquial phrase, plural of the insult 'dumbass,' meaning 'a foolish or stupid person.'""End translation. Yes, Karen, if we had thought to record your voice instead of kidnapping you, this might have been a much shorter story, and considerably less inconvenient, but as it is, we are closer to Priam than Earth at this point, and our course is set. We will bring you to Priam and then return you home. Perhaps kidnapping you was not the most well-considered solution, but I defy you to think clearly after constantly watching porn for eons and let me know if you do any better."Karen's new calling.Great; as if getting old wasn't insult enough, I've actually become an intergalactic sexual repellent, Karen thought to herself as she paced around her cell. A lifetime of trying to do things right, and this is what it gets me. She wasn't so surprised that there were aliens in the universe, or that they had somehow weaponized porn, but that with all their advancements they were still so stupid!Sighing, she closed her eyes and listened to the ambient sounds of her cell. Life had been so noisy, the last 30 years. Everyone needing her, pulling on her for one thing or another. No peace. Lately though, with the kids gone and Cal; otherwise occupied; life had gone silent. The silence that she had wished for held no peace when it finally came. It just reverberated with the memory of things that had left her behind, making her anxious to fill the emptiness with noise. Nothing came to lure her mind away from the silence, no pleasurable temptations; her duties were done and it felt wrong to do, or even think about, anything else. My god, she had been kidnapped, was flying through the galaxy, and was surrounded by beefcake aliens and she was still thinking about that stupid loose tile in the master bathroom; she needed to get it fixed before the house was sold.A slight sound outside her cell drew her attention. "Who's there?" Karen asked, softly, opening her eyes.A wide-eyed figure peered around the edge of her cell, moving with cautious curiosity. It seemed younger than the other ones. It moved with a sense of barely-restrained eagerness, adorable and earnest. It also held a curved sort of wand in its hand."Honey, if you're here to anally probe me, I'll pass. I already had a colonoscopy this year, I'll have them send you the records;” she murmured, not expecting an answer.After a pause as the figure listened to the translation, its large eyes got even wider. "Is that how you poop?" he asked."What?" she asked, looking more closely at the young alien."I'm supposed to clean your cell when you poop; but you haven't pooped yet; wait, do colonoscopies make you poop?" it asked, scandalized.Karen closed her eyes and shook her head, "No. Colonoscopies put a small camera up your ass so that we can pay a doctor to do what we were afraid aliens like you would do to us if we got drunk in cornfields too much. They don't make us poop. In fact; well, never mind;” she trailed off, embarrassed.She still had vivid memories of her first colonoscopy earlier in the year, drinking gallons of preparatory laxatives, and the resulting quality time with her phone on the toilet. It was an odd experience; not awful, but not one that she could talk to anyone about. Her friends only talked about their kids and their successes, or whose husband cheated on them with some young thing, viciously salivating over their friends' misery with barely concealed glee. Forget about talking through her fears about it with Cal; that wasn't something he was interested in. Not anymore.After the procedure, she had been scared and disoriented from the sedation. For whatever reason, Cal hadn't shown up to give her a ride home. The stupid clinic wouldn't let her leave until someone could drive her home and take care of her. She just sat there getting more and more anxious. Eventually, she called an Uber and begged Xabiib the driver to pretend to be her neighbor; or just someone who cared about her. She spent the ride home trying to say his name correctly while he chuckled and repeated it for her. It was so horrifyingly embarrassing. It's one thing to have no one care about you, but another thing to have the whole world know about it when you were helpless and confused.Tears had rolled down her cheeks and she absently wiped them off with her hand. The young alien sat up and craned his head to look at the liquid on her hand. Karen snorted, "At ease, Holland. It's not poop. You're not getting anything out of me unless you have some heavy-duty magnesium supplements or yogurt."Holland's eyes went wide, "Are humans telepathic???" he gasped. "How did you know my name? Wow, that's so cool! Do it again! What am I thinking about now?"Karen suppressed a smile. Closing her eyes, she pressed her fingers to her temples and swayed from side to side, mysteriously. "I see something; something in the mist; something about; could it be; no, it makes no sense. Is it; a Zen; Zendayan? Does that make any sense to you?" she asked.Holland dropped his curved instrument in shock. "Yes! Yes! We just met them! We negotiated with them for supplies! I was there to carry stuff and; and;” he paused, shrinking in on himself a bit. "They are so beautiful. The Zendayans? So beautiful; and super nice; and just; like wow; I was supposed to just stand there until they were done with the talking and bowing and stuff, but they were just like so beautiful.""Well, what happened?" Karen asked."Captain introduced me and I bowed to them. I was feeling dizzy because, you know, their beautifulness just keeps radiating off them. Then; then; the most beautiful of them; she smiled." Holland stared at nothing, immersed in the memory, then wobbled, tipped over, and lay on the floor staring at the ceiling.Karen bit her lips in amusement. "I see. What did you do then?""I; I; I started talking and then I just couldn't stop because I was just trying to say how beautiful she was and how it just made my mind explode when she smiled and then I might have peed on the floor.""Oh dear," Karen said, cringing in sympathy. "We don't always put forward the face we want to when we are in our feelings, do we?" she said, quietly."Yeah; I've been cleaning poop ever since;” Holland sighed. After a while he sat back up, picked up the curved instrument and began twirling it in his hands. "So, like; what about you? Have you always made horrible noises?" he asked.Karen huffed, but then she saw the oblivious earnestness in Holland's face and sighed. "No; I wasn't always; like this. In fact, until about 30 years ago, I made beautiful noises. I was a pianist," she said."But, wait, they said you were a female;” Holland said, confused."Pee, an, ist," Karen repeated slowly. "I played the piano. It's an instrument; I was a musician. I was a student at Juilliard. It's a school on Earth; it was like a dream to even get in. I was on a scholarship, living in this shoddy apartment with my roommate Dana;” she trailed off, thinking about those days when everything seemed possible."Wait! Are you remembering?" Holland asked, breaking her reverie. "Can I remember it, too? Nobody wants to remember with me ever since the Zendayans, so I'm just left with my own memories and it gets so boring.""What are you talking about?""Well, it's kinda like; um; let me just show you. Computer, scan The Karen and project her memories," Holland ordered. A humming noise filled the room and a beam of light shot out of the wall and passed over her several times. Suddenly, her cell transformed into her shoddy apartment in Newark, New Jersey."Oh my gosh; it's just like it," Karen gasped looking around."Humans dream of getting into this?" Holland said, scrutinizing a cockroach scurrying along the floor."No, silly. This was our apartment across the river. We lived here when we weren't at school. Dana and I moved off campus in our second year. We took jobs on the side through an agency. That was when;” she sat down and a phone in the apartment's bedroom began ringing.A long, pale arm reached out of a pile of blankets on the bed and grabbed the phone. "Hullo?" Dana mumbled. A voice on the phone sounded irate. "Yeah, I'm almost there," she said and hung up.
Karen Saves The Universe: Part 1Desperate aliens kidnap a Karen to save their world!Based on a post by LingeringAfterthought, in 3 parts. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories.On the starship Onan, the Priamites dubiously watched the screen display the creature. Dr. Fehr's algorithm had brought them trekking across the galaxy to a smallish, blue planet around an unimpressive star. While there was no denying the power emitted by the angry, festering organic matter before them, the thought of containing it and bringing it back to Priam was daunting. Still, the fate of their world hung upon the success of their mission."Do we have; uh; audio yet, Lieutenant Cavill?" Captain Hemsworth said, pausing briefly to joylessly ejaculate into his cumsuit, which quickly reclaimed the essence he emitted and channeled it into one of the suit's containment pouches to be resorbed as nourishment.Ever since the people of Eros had unleashed their horrific weapon on them, the Priamites orgasmed almost constantly. The Eros Curse, which seemed like a gift at first, became a tool of enslavement and oppression as the great Priam civilization devolved into listless people who passed the time sitting and staring at nothing in particular. Even special holidays were simply spent gathered in each other's' houses, grunting intermittently. The children of Priam, spared by the curse of Eros by living in growth pods, were never exposed to the disease or its effects until the seemingly arbitrary age of 18, so at least there was no trouble with the censors. The demands of orgasming so frequently took its toll on the Priamite's bodies. Dehydration, muscle spasms, and fatigue were common. The effects on the mind were worse. It wasn't until the invention of the cumsuit, which not only reclaimed the fluid loss and prevented dehydration, but also reduced arousing sensations until the wearer was nearly numb, that it was possible for them to journey out into the stars in search of a cure.Guided by the ancient journals of the revered Dr. Fehr, the Priamites had come to a small planet where it was foretold that there was a force of great and terrible power. It was hoped that this force could be used to break free of the cruel Eros Curse, but time was running out. Even wearing the cumsuits, the crew of the Onan, who were the most stoic, intellectual and sexless men of Priam, felt themselves progressively weakening to the Curse. It was only a matter of time until they lost all sense of duty and simply went adrift through the universe."No audio yet, Captain. The resonant frequency is so shrill that if we don't modulate the pitch; uh;” Lieutenant Cavill replied, closing his eyes and shaking as he orgasmed, then collapsed and stared blankly at the control panels as he recovered.Another crewman took over at the panel, "Captain, I can give you audio, but only for a short time. Even on their planet, they; they; oh; oh fuck;” the replacement said, stiffening as he spurted inside his suit, then shook his head to clear it and looked to their leader for orders. Captain Hemsworth braced himself in his chair and nodded for him to activate audio.A horrendous braying screech filled the bridge, “ No Idea Why You People Can't Even Take An Order Right! I Ordered The Cobb Salad With Extra Avocado! I Don't Care If It's Not On There Or Not! Fix The Damn Menu! I Have Been Coming Here For Over 15 Years And I Know For A Fact That You People Had Cobb Salad On There Two Years Ago When You Were Called Baker's Pie;"Another voice interjected, soft and conciliatory, "Oh, yes, ma'am; I see the confusion. The Baker's Pie that was here went out of business. This restaurant is Snooker's, now, so we don't have the same menu, but our club salad is very similar to;""Are You Actually Interrupting Me? Get. Me. A. Cobb. Salad. Extra Avocado! Do You Understand? Extra Avocado! Mucho Amortado! Comprendo Estupido?"Even in that short interlude, most of the Onan's bridge crew had begun bleeding from their ears and collapsing onto the deck. Captain Hemsworth, a man of rare tolerance and stamina, struggled past their unconscious bodies to the control panel and lowered the volume until it was barely audible. "Computer, disburse caffeline into bridge life support systems, 15 parts per million," he mumbled, leaning on the control panel for support as the strong stimulant hissed into the room. He didn't like to use the drug, because the heightened energy it gave often led to periods of prolonged involuntary masturbation, but he couldn't afford to waste time for the crewmen to awaken naturally. Not when conditions were so dire on Priam.Lieutenant Cavill groaned and rose weakly, climbing back into his console chair and checking the readings. "What happened, Captain? Our scans showed a primitive civilization on the planet without any meaningful defenses. What was that? Some kind of weapon?" he asked.Captain Hemsworth did a double-take at the crewman in wonder, but he said nothing. All around him, he watched the rest of the crew slowly getting to their feet and going back to their positions. All the men were alert, aware, and focused on their duties. Several of them were talking to each other; in full uninterrupted sentences. No one drooled, no one's eyes rolled back; not one of them stared off into space, as if dully re-living the curse that had infected their brains. He, himself, had not even felt the urge to sexually relieve himself once, even with the high levels of caffeline in the air. Indeed, he had not felt anything below the waist; not since he heard that voice. He doubted whether he would have the urge to orgasm ever again. They had finally done it."That was no weapon, Cavill; it is what we came here to find. It's the cure that Dr. Fehr told us was here all along. Contact High Command and tell them; tell them we found it. Tell them we have found; The Karen.The man-eating woman.After straightening out the incompetent waiter on her order, Karen Carmichael excused herself from her prayer group's table and walked to the restrooms, incensed. What kind of man actually cries when taking an order for a salad? Probably gay; or whatever kids were calling themselves these days. Was there such a thing as "gay" anymore, when people "identified" themselves as whatever the hell occurred to them? What was the point of picking a sexuality when people didn't even have a species anymore?Of course, Travis the Waiter had to play the victim about it, too, making the entire restaurant gawk over at their table like they were monsters. He probably knew they were a nice church group and went out of his way to make trouble. Sure, they all scream for "tolerance," but their types couldn't wait to attack nice people of faith like her who showed the world what it was to be decent and pure of heart. Well, he could just kiss his tip money goodbye! Tipping had gotten ridiculous anyway; a generation of whiny babies feeling entitled to extra money just for doing their jobs. ‘If ‘; they did their jobs. She couldn't even get a salad; and, by God, if the Manager didn't make things right, her Yelp review on this place would burn a hole through people's screens!Karen pushed on the door to the restroom tightly clutching her can of pepper spray, because sexual predators were always trying to rape women like her in public restrooms, and she nearly screamed when the door opened. Wet paper towels were everywhere. The garbage bin was overflowing, and some slob had splashed water all over the sink area! Now, she'd have to make the Manager take care of this, too! More drama, when she just wanted to have a nice lunch with her friends. And, of course, the Manager would just try to ‘handle ‘; her; as if she was some unreasonable bitch just for wanting to use a facility that wasn't absolutely disgusting! Then looking near her, but not at her, the Manager would apologize in that fake-nice voice and offer to comp her meal; offering her even more of what was bad in the first place. Managers and their fake apologies. They weren't sorry. The soulless jerks never meant it. They just wanted her to go away; acting like she was a scamming thief instead of someone who just wanted to be treated decently.She settled on the toilet and tried to calm herself. Lately, half the time she wanted to cry, or scream, or tear out her hair; but it wouldn't matter. Nothing would change. Everything changed around her, though. Menus; her children; hairstyles; prices; everything changed. It felt like everything had just left her behind. She looked everywhere for the things she used to love, but she couldn't find them anymore; and if she did find them, they weren't the same as they once were. Nothing made her feel her joy like she used to. That was it. Maybe she was done; that her turn at having any real joy was over. Now, the only time anyone tried to make her happy, or even looked at her, was when she screamed at them.Karen opened her eyes to a rattling sound at the door of her long, handicapped-bathroom stall. "Occupied!" she called out. To her dismay, the dial holding the sliding bolt turned all by itself and the door unlocked. "Hey! Get out!" she yelled, grabbing her pepper spray and holding it in front of her while she tried to stand and pull up her yoga pants."Nice human; good human;” a vaguely disembodied male voice said as a dark, hooded figure in a bizarre form-fitting spacesuit stepped into her stall holding what looked like a staff with a flexible loop affixed to the end of it. It slowly stepped toward her, as cautiously as one might approach a spooked animal. "Human want a nice piece of kale? Yes you do! Yes you do! Who's a good human?" it asked, holding out a curly dark green leaf to her and shaking it temptingly."What the hell?" she yelled, fumbling with the pepper spray can and trying to figure out how to make it work, just as the loop at the end of the staff went down over her head and around her neck, cinching tight.Karen choked, clutching at the loop with one hand, trying to loosen it so she could breathe, and with the other she emptied the can of pepper spray into the hooded face of her attacker. She struggled wildly, but the staff with the loop effectively controlled her and prevented her from landing any punches or kicks on her attacker. As darkness started creeping in on her vision, the last thing she saw was the figure deeply inhale the cloud of pepper spray and hold its breath, then say in a choked voice, "Ready for transport, sir; and man, they've got some good shit down here;”The forgotten leaf of kale fell down next to where Karen's cheek was pressed against the filthy bathroom floor, and with what she feared was her dying breath she choked out, "I want; to see; the; Manager;”Karen's ne victim."I used kale, Sir. Worked like a charm. It's one of the most nutritionally dense materials on the planet, so naturally, it was irresistible," a larger Priamite said to Captain Hemsworth, as he stripped out of his protective suit in a small enclave, bathed in an undulating light.Captain Hemsworth nodded. "Good work, Commander Momoa. Decontaminate for a full four cycles and I want protective measures in place for all personnel. God knows what this thing is capable of when it wakes."Karen heard garbled voices nearby, but kept her eyes closed and tried to steady her breathing. What had happened? The air smelled odd; almost crackling with ozone and energy, like a storm coming. The ambient sounds of the room told her she was not in Snookers anymore. Probably human traffickers. She saw a whole show about it. The bastards kidnapped her and were going to sell her into sexual slavery; except that she wasn't a teenager. She was 51 years old. Nobody would pay for sex with her, much less risk a felony conviction for it. Any ransom demands sent to her husband were going to have disappointing results, as well. So, what was going on? Why was she here? The kids were in college and wouldn't even notice she was gone until Christmas came. Her friends; her passive-aggressive competitors, if she was being honest; they'd just assume she left in a huff and stiffed them on the lunch check. The cold, hard truth was: nobody cared about her anymore and she knew it. That meant, if she was going to get out of this, she would have to do it herself. Her cheek hurt where it had hit that disgusting bathroom floor and she reached her hand up to touch it. The voices yelped in alarm and Karen opened her eyes to see two figures backing away from the enclosure she was imprisoned in."Who the hell are you, and what have you done with my purse?" she yelled, pushing herself to her feet. She walked toward them, crossing her arms and glaring. "I want whoever is in charge over here right now! I mean it!" she yelled, pointing as she walked toward them. One of the figures screamed, clutched at his ears and doubled over, staggering around the room dramatically. The other, larger one she recognized from the restaurant bathroom was in some tanning-booth-looking-thing, half naked and gorgeous in a likely-sexual-predator kind of way. Rather than flailing around the room, he seemed to have gone into a catatonic trance. God, people were useless. "You! Himbo!" she shouted, pointing at him. "Where is my purse? Did you even think to get it when you kidnapped me, or am I going to miss my Ozempic shot? I hope to God you assholes have good lawyers!"The beefy kidnapper in the tanning booth wobbled, then vomited loudly. Karen snorted as he slid down to the floor, unconscious. Pathetic. The smaller figure dove toward a panel on the wall next to her enclosure and pressed a few buttons and she heard the ambient noise of her room change, like it was encased, somehow."I've muted it. It's become even stronger than before;” Captain Hemsworth gasped, helping Commander Momoa to his feet again."How are we going to get it back to Priam? We could choke it out again every time it awakens; give the privilege out as a reward to the crew?" Commander Momoa suggested eagerly."No," Captain Hemsworth said, coming closer to the force field separating him from the angry Karen still yelling and pointing from inside the enclosure. "The cumulative effects of throttling it constantly might affect its functioning. We need The Karen at full power if we are to rescue Priam. We need to keep it conscious. We must feed it, provide it breathing gasses, and keep it clean; it appears to be constantly decaying. That reminds me ; cleaning duty goes to Ensign Holland. He's still on my shit list after the incident with the Zendayans.""Aye, sir."Captain Hemsworth cleared his throat and pressed another button on the side panel. "Hail Karen, bringer of blessed flaccidity, destroyer of abhorrent lust, and banisher of all erotic thought. We are men of the planet Priam. We mean you no harm. We come to you seeking aid, and we come in peace. Actually, until we found you, we would come almost constantly. It was disgusting. Everything was sticky. You see, our enemies from Eros sent us the most perfect pornographic images disguised in an innocent-looking email attachment. Once they were seen, they could not be unseen. They were burned into our brains, cursing us with perpetual arousal. The first wave of Priamites were taken by surprise once they activated the link. The next wave fell victim when the first wave posted the link on their social media because it was just so unbelievably; anyway, after the rest of our population fell out of curiosity or boredom, our civilization was nearly destroyed. We have been searching the stars for a cure, but to no avail. Then, just as all hope seemed lost, we found you; we heard your voice; and our loins finally withered. You are now a guest on my ship, The Onan, en route to my homeworld Priam. There, we will deliver your noxious, strident sounds to everyone, freeing them from their intransigent arousal. Then, after we are assured that all have been cured, we shall return you to your home."At this, Karen made an unpleasant face and began breathing on the clear wall of her enclosure, fogging it. Then, she quickly wrote a short message. "What does it mean?" Commander Momoa said, squinting at the squiggling lines she had made.At this, the computer made a chirp and began speaking, "The message, from the American dialect of the language English translates to: Why didn't you just make a recording?"Captain Hemsworth's shoulders slumped and he closed his eyes with a sigh. Commander Momoa's eyes went wide and he clapped his hand over his face in exasperation. "Fuck;” Momoa said in realization. "A recording;”"Dammit. We didn't have to take her at all, did we?" Captain Hemsworth groaned.Karen glared at them and wrote another word on the wall. As certain as Captain Hemsworth was that he did not need or want the translation, the computer was already on the job. "'Dumbasses,'" the computer cheerfully intoned, "a colloquial phrase, plural of the insult 'dumbass,' meaning 'a foolish or stupid person.'""End translation. Yes, Karen, if we had thought to record your voice instead of kidnapping you, this might have been a much shorter story, and considerably less inconvenient, but as it is, we are closer to Priam than Earth at this point, and our course is set. We will bring you to Priam and then return you home. Perhaps kidnapping you was not the most well-considered solution, but I defy you to think clearly after constantly watching porn for eons and let me know if you do any better."Karen's new calling.Great; as if getting old wasn't insult enough, I've actually become an intergalactic sexual repellent, Karen thought to herself as she paced around her cell. A lifetime of trying to do things right, and this is what it gets me. She wasn't so surprised that there were aliens in the universe, or that they had somehow weaponized porn, but that with all their advancements they were still so stupid!Sighing, she closed her eyes and listened to the ambient sounds of her cell. Life had been so noisy, the last 30 years. Everyone needing her, pulling on her for one thing or another. No peace. Lately though, with the kids gone and Cal; otherwise occupied; life had gone silent. The silence that she had wished for held no peace when it finally came. It just reverberated with the memory of things that had left her behind, making her anxious to fill the emptiness with noise. Nothing came to lure her mind away from the silence, no pleasurable temptations; her duties were done and it felt wrong to do, or even think about, anything else. My god, she had been kidnapped, was flying through the galaxy, and was surrounded by beefcake aliens and she was still thinking about that stupid loose tile in the master bathroom; she needed to get it fixed before the house was sold.A slight sound outside her cell drew her attention. "Who's there?" Karen asked, softly, opening her eyes.A wide-eyed figure peered around the edge of her cell, moving with cautious curiosity. It seemed younger than the other ones. It moved with a sense of barely-restrained eagerness, adorable and earnest. It also held a curved sort of wand in its hand."Honey, if you're here to anally probe me, I'll pass. I already had a colonoscopy this year, I'll have them send you the records;” she murmured, not expecting an answer.After a pause as the figure listened to the translation, its large eyes got even wider. "Is that how you poop?" he asked."What?" she asked, looking more closely at the young alien."I'm supposed to clean your cell when you poop; but you haven't pooped yet; wait, do colonoscopies make you poop?" it asked, scandalized.Karen closed her eyes and shook her head, "No. Colonoscopies put a small camera up your ass so that we can pay a doctor to do what we were afraid aliens like you would do to us if we got drunk in cornfields too much. They don't make us poop. In fact; well, never mind;” she trailed off, embarrassed.She still had vivid memories of her first colonoscopy earlier in the year, drinking gallons of preparatory laxatives, and the resulting quality time with her phone on the toilet. It was an odd experience; not awful, but not one that she could talk to anyone about. Her friends only talked about their kids and their successes, or whose husband cheated on them with some young thing, viciously salivating over their friends' misery with barely concealed glee. Forget about talking through her fears about it with Cal; that wasn't something he was interested in. Not anymore.After the procedure, she had been scared and disoriented from the sedation. For whatever reason, Cal hadn't shown up to give her a ride home. The stupid clinic wouldn't let her leave until someone could drive her home and take care of her. She just sat there getting more and more anxious. Eventually, she called an Uber and begged Xabiib the driver to pretend to be her neighbor; or just someone who cared about her. She spent the ride home trying to say his name correctly while he chuckled and repeated it for her. It was so horrifyingly embarrassing. It's one thing to have no one care about you, but another thing to have the whole world know about it when you were helpless and confused.Tears had rolled down her cheeks and she absently wiped them off with her hand. The young alien sat up and craned his head to look at the liquid on her hand. Karen snorted, "At ease, Holland. It's not poop. You're not getting anything out of me unless you have some heavy-duty magnesium supplements or yogurt."Holland's eyes went wide, "Are humans telepathic???" he gasped. "How did you know my name? Wow, that's so cool! Do it again! What am I thinking about now?"Karen suppressed a smile. Closing her eyes, she pressed her fingers to her temples and swayed from side to side, mysteriously. "I see something; something in the mist; something about; could it be; no, it makes no sense. Is it; a Zen; Zendayan? Does that make any sense to you?" she asked.Holland dropped his curved instrument in shock. "Yes! Yes! We just met them! We negotiated with them for supplies! I was there to carry stuff and; and;” he paused, shrinking in on himself a bit. "They are so beautiful. The Zendayans? So beautiful; and super nice; and just; like wow; I was supposed to just stand there until they were done with the talking and bowing and stuff, but they were just like so beautiful.""Well, what happened?" Karen asked."Captain introduced me and I bowed to them. I was feeling dizzy because, you know, their beautifulness just keeps radiating off them. Then; then; the most beautiful of them; she smiled." Holland stared at nothing, immersed in the memory, then wobbled, tipped over, and lay on the floor staring at the ceiling.Karen bit her lips in amusement. "I see. What did you do then?""I; I; I started talking and then I just couldn't stop because I was just trying to say how beautiful she was and how it just made my mind explode when she smiled and then I might have peed on the floor.""Oh dear," Karen said, cringing in sympathy. "We don't always put forward the face we want to when we are in our feelings, do we?" she said, quietly."Yeah; I've been cleaning poop ever since;” Holland sighed. After a while he sat back up, picked up the curved instrument and began twirling it in his hands. "So, like; what about you? Have you always made horrible noises?" he asked.Karen huffed, but then she saw the oblivious earnestness in Holland's face and sighed. "No; I wasn't always; like this. In fact, until about 30 years ago, I made beautiful noises. I was a pianist," she said."But, wait, they said you were a female;” Holland said, confused."Pee, an, ist," Karen repeated slowly. "I played the piano. It's an instrument; I was a musician. I was a student at Juilliard. It's a school on Earth; it was like a dream to even get in. I was on a scholarship, living in this shoddy apartment with my roommate Dana;” she trailed off, thinking about those days when everything seemed possible."Wait! Are you remembering?" Holland asked, breaking her reverie. "Can I remember it, too? Nobody wants to remember with me ever since the Zendayans, so I'm just left with my own memories and it gets so boring.""What are you talking about?""Well, it's kinda like; um; let me just show you. Computer, scan The Karen and project her memories," Holland ordered. A humming noise filled the room and a beam of light shot out of the wall and passed over her several times. Suddenly, her cell transformed into her shoddy apartment in Newark, New Jersey."Oh my gosh; it's just like it," Karen gasped looking around."Humans dream of getting into this?" Holland said, scrutinizing a cockroach scurrying along the floor."No, silly. This was our apartment across the river. We lived here when we weren't at school. Dana and I moved off campus in our second year. We took jobs on the side through an agency. That was when;” she sat down and a phone in the apartment's bedroom began ringing.A long, pale arm reached out of a pile of blankets on the bed and grabbed the phone. "Hullo?" Dana mumbled. A voice on the phone sounded irate. "Yeah, I'm almost there," she said and hung up.
Triathlete and emergency physician Jeff Sankoff joins us to unpack endurance training myths, break down the Giro drama, and reveal why “train hard, train healthy” beats quick fixes every time. Evidence-based insights. No BS. Just smarter racing. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:15 - Jeff's Insight on Stage 20 of Giro06:45 - Intriguing Results at the Giro08:55 - Wout Bringing Yates Home10:10 - How Athletes Recover From 21 Day Races13:20 - The Cherry Juice14:25 - Climbing Strategy: Not Exceeding Threshold17:15 - Burning Matches: What It Really Is?19:45 - How Triathletes Should Ride23:45 - Jeff's Training Philosophy for Triathletes26:40 - Rest Days vs Active Recovery31:40 - Recovery for Older Athletes32:30 - The Right Training Approach37:40 - Benefits of Overload Training40:30 - Myth or Fact: Low HR is Better?43:10 - Myth or Fact: Taking Painkillers on Races is Harmless?45:30 - Myth or Fact: Cramping is Due to Dehydration?47:40 - Myth or Fact: Long Term Training is Bad for the Heart?49:40 - Myth or Fact: Ironman Training Weakens Immune System Long-term?53:00 - TriDoc's Final Words: "There are NO Shortcuts" If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Whether you're training in the summer heat or preparing for a race in hot conditions, this episode will cover how the heat affects your body, how to adjust your workouts, and tips for staying safe while training in the warmer months.
Can technology truly enhance athletic performance, or are athletes becoming overly dependent on data? Join us as we explore how tech overload affects endurance athletes, sometimes hindering performance by drowning them in a sea of metrics. We share personal experiences and introduce Product 28, an initiative urging athletes to unplug, trust their instincts, and focus on the essence of training, much like the precision required in NASCAR, where only a few key metrics really matter. From primitive tracking tools to social media-like community hubs, training platforms like TrainingPeaks and Strava have revolutionized how athletes engage with their routines. We examine the cultural shift they've sparked—where sharing workouts has become as anxiety-inducing as missing them. Strava's evolution, in particular, serves as a fascinating case study of how gamification and social sharing reshape training behaviors, often prioritizing social validation over personal fitness goals. Data paralysis is real, and it's reshaping athletic training. Athletes can find themselves overwhelmed by sleep trackers, HRV graphs, and AI-driven workouts that make decisions for them, leading to outsourced decision-making and a disconnect from their intuition. We recount a personal tale from the 2009 Ironman Coeur d'Alene that underscores the value of listening to one's body over blindly following data. Through this narrative, we highlight the importance of balancing technology with personal insight for a more fulfilling training journey.
Don't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa Nickerson
Greg Warren returns to the show with all new moves, chants, and pom poms in hand. There's no denying that Greg goes above and beyond for his bits, and today is no exception. We hear about his no lose attitude, dehydration problems, and much more! Join us at the Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show every week over at Nateland Entertainment:: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzAzMoLwjQTuyqu2QFFzvQQ Don't Make Me Come Back There Podcast is hosted by Dustin and Melissa Nickerson | Watch Now: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4aMLhoDw6JasL8tgtrlkABlGU8tsiwnH&si=51tUApjDrmh4nz93 Podcast produced and Edited by Andy Lara https://www.dustinnickerson.com https://www.andylikeswords.com Email - dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Come see Dustin LIVE on tour: https://www.dustinnickerson.com/tour Follow and Listen to Don't Make Me Come Back There: https://apple.co/3A1fbnP Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qdEVMAx9LqmnqIHmkjOGg?si=341fc47a1a3145e1 Watch the new comedy special, Runs in the Family from Dustin Nickerson | (Full Comedy Special) #newcomedy #standupcomedy : https://youtu.be/0Dybn3Atj9k Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa) today!” https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/how-to-be-married-to-melissa/ Give a little more and get a little more from the pod on Patreon! Head to https://www.patreon.com/DustinNickerson for the Patreon Pre Show with behind the scenes podcast rants, exclusive bonus content, and to help support the show. Visit the MERCH shop: https://www.dustinnickerson.com/shop Get social with Dustin Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy X: https://www.X.com/dustinnickerson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dustinnickerson/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dustinnickerson #DontMakemeComeBackTherePodcast #dustinnickerson #Netflix #Comedy #Podcast #primevideo Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 04:59 Comedy and Conviction 09:58 The Art of Cheerleading in Comedy 14:56 Wrestling and Recruitment Stories 19:59 Youth Sports and Parental Perspectives 30:30 Childhood Expectations vs. Reality 31:23 Memorable Competitors and Rivalries 32:50 High School Sports and Personal Growth 34:53 The Pressure of Competition 36:42 Family Dynamics in Sports 38:01 Weight Management in Wrestling 40:42 The Evolution of Safety in Sports 43:47 Dehydration and Recovery Strategies 51:10 Health on the Road for Comedians 55:41 Upcoming Projects and Future Plans
Are you finding it harder to focus, constantly forgetting appointments, or struggling to finish your thoughts mid-sentence? You might be experiencing brain fog — and no, it's not just “getting older.” In this episode, Amy breaks down exactly what brain fog is, why it happens, and what your symptoms might be trying to tell you.What to Listen For:[00:00:55] What brain fog actually is (hint: it's not a medical diagnosis)[00:03:10] Three key brain regions affected when you're experiencing brain fog[00:04:00] Common signs like forgetting mid-sentence or rereading text[00:07:55] Four common types of brain fog: post-infection, menopause, stress, ADHD[00:10:30] The surprising impact of caffeine and ultra-processed foods[00:11:45] How estrogen and thyroid changes can disrupt brain function[00:13:30] Long COVID and Lyme-related brain fog: what we know now[00:14:15] Why poor sleep could be clogging your brain's “power wash” cycle[00:17:15] Nutrient deficiencies linked to cognitive decline[00:18:00] Medications that commonly contribute to brain fog (including Benadryl!)Persistent brain fog can feel overwhelming and frustrating, but understanding the root causes is your first step toward clarity. Whether it's hormonal shifts, lifestyle stressors, or medication side effects, there are real, actionable ways to reclaim your mental sharpness. Tune in to part one now, and don't miss part two next week for strategies to clear the fog.Subscribe & Review in iTunesIf you like what you hear, please subscribe to my podcast. I encourage you to do that today as I don't want you to miss an episode. Click here to subscribe on iTunes!Now if you're feeling extra loving, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Thank you!RESOURCES: Register for the FREE Masterclass: 5 Keys to Protecting Your Brain Health Book a FREE Discovery Call with Amy Lang Order Amy's book Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself From Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating. Follow Amy on Instagram @habitwhisperer
Achtung, Warnschuss! Diese Folge geht unter die Haut. Maria teilt einen sehr persönlichen Gesundheitsmoment, der alles verändert hat – inklusive Notarzt, Blaulicht und der harten Erkenntnis: Selbstfürsorge ist kein Luxus, sondern überlebenswichtig. Warum wir Frauen lernen müssen, Hilfe anzunehmen, auf unseren Körper zu hören und warum Dehydration kein Witz ist – hört rein. Es wird ehrlich und emotional.
PART 1 : This week, we're giving you the full behind-the-scenes of Talilla's London Marathon experience- the highs, the lows, and everything in between! From savage dehydration to running with mild pneumonia (yep, you read that right), we dive deep into what it was really like on race day. Spoiler alert: it wasn't all smooth running! We finish the episode with some laughs, reflecting on the chaos, the triumphs, and the moments that made it all worth it. Whether you're a marathon runner or just love a good story, this one's for you!Part 2: The Q+A about the Marathon - answering all of your juicy questions is coming soon !Remember to send all future dilemmas + questions to our insta…Follow us over on....Instagram - @navigatingwomanhoodpodTalilla - @talillahenchozEmily - @_emilysworld
Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about DWDS. What is that, you may ask. It stands for Drink Water, Do Squats. We all want to up level our health, right? Well, by DWDS, we can do just that. The standard guideline for water intake is eight 8 ounce glasses of water per day, but some experts recommend working your way up to half your body weight in ounces. Sounds simple, right? But for those of us who struggle with our daily water intake and finding time for more movement, Jenn has a simple way to change that. Tune in for this bite-sized bonus episode where Jenn breaks down how to incorporate DWDS into your day. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/ RESOURCES:Become A Member of Salad with a Side of FriesJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries Instagram
Today, Lou investigates the essential topic of nutrition for optimal performance, recovery, and results, addressing long-standing listener requests. With a focus on fueling the body effectively, she covers the importance of carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats, along with hydration tips and practical meal strategies for pre- and post-workout. KEY TAKEAWAYS Carbohydrates are essential for peak performance and recovery. They should make up 50-60% of your daily caloric intake, especially for those engaging in high levels of physical activity. Adequate protein intake is crucial for muscle repair and recovery. Aim for 1.6 to 2.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, which should account for 20-30% of your daily intake. Healthy fats are important for long-term energy and hormone regulation, particularly for women. They should not be completely avoided, but consumed in moderation to prevent excessive calorie intake. Eating a balanced meal with carbohydrates and protein before and after workouts is vital. Pre-workout meals should be consumed 1-3 hours prior, while post-workout meals should be consumed within 1-2 hours for optimal recovery. Staying hydrated is crucial for performance, especially during endurance training. Dehydration can lead to fatigue, cramping, and poor recovery, so it's important to drink water before, during, and after workouts. BEST MOMENTS "You can be working out super, super hard, but you are only gonna be as good as what you are eating." "Carbs are life and they are our body's primary energy source, without them we are going to be running on an empty tank." "You will be technically underfueling and you will feel fatigued, you may also end up with mental burnout as well." "You can still lose fat and eat a crap load of carbs. I promise I am living proof of it right now." "Don't try something new on the day [of the race]. Your body's not ready; just stick with what you know." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://linktr.ee/theexerciseengineerlou@theexerciseengineer.com ATHENA Nutrition for Females: https://t.cfjump.com/90866/t/89892 Apply to be coached by me here: https://tr.ee/TFsv2VpeG4 HOST BIO Lou's personal journey with body confidence and food struggles began at the age of 15, where overeating and guilt around food consumed her. But everything changed during the lockdown in March 2020. Determined to regain control, Lou immersed herself in research, found joy in working out in her garden, and started tracking her nutrition and steps. Surprisingly, she lost a stone in less than three months and discovered a newfound love for fitness. Fuelling her passion, Lou pursued personal training qualifications and launched her Instagram page in September 2020. After months of building a solid foundation, branding, and gaining relevant expertise, she started helping others achieve what once felt impossible—losing fat, feeling empowered, and loving the journey without restrictions. With numerous success stories, digital products, and a thriving membership program called Train with Lou, Lou now coaches, teaches, and learns about food, exercise, and mindset.
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2939: Jill Seladi-Schulman breaks down how dehydration doesn't just leave you parched, it can dangerously impact your blood pressure in both directions. Learn how fluid loss can lead to a drop in blood volume, trigger vasopressin release, and ultimately throw off your cardiovascular balance, plus get practical tips to stay safely hydrated. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/dehydration-and-blood-pressure Quotes to ponder: "Dehydration can cause low blood pressure due to a decrease in blood volume." "High concentrations of vasopressin can also cause your blood vessels to constrict. This can lead to an increase in blood pressure." "Changes in blood pressure can occur due to dehydration." Episode references: Mayo Clinic - Water: How much should you drink every day?: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/water/art-20044256 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2939: Jill Seladi-Schulman breaks down how dehydration doesn't just leave you parched, it can dangerously impact your blood pressure in both directions. Learn how fluid loss can lead to a drop in blood volume, trigger vasopressin release, and ultimately throw off your cardiovascular balance, plus get practical tips to stay safely hydrated. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/dehydration-and-blood-pressure Quotes to ponder: "Dehydration can cause low blood pressure due to a decrease in blood volume." "High concentrations of vasopressin can also cause your blood vessels to constrict. This can lead to an increase in blood pressure." "Changes in blood pressure can occur due to dehydration." Episode references: Mayo Clinic - Water: How much should you drink every day?: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/water/art-20044256 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Key Takeaways:✔️ Hydration is essential – Your skin barrier needs moisture to protect against bacteria, UV damage, and stressors.✔️ Water intake guideline – Aim for half your body weight in ounces daily.✔️ Dehydration effects – Dryness, fine lines, irritation, and increased sensitivity.✔️ Hydrating foods – Cucumbers, watermelon, celery, and oranges boost hydration.Nutrition for Skin Health:✔️ Gut health impacts skin health – A strong microbiome helps nutrient absorption and detoxification.✔️ Probiotics matter – My go-to is Seed (linked below).✔️ Eating order tip for better digestion:Fruits & veggies
When we think about pickleball, there are three pillars that comes to mind which we developed a few years back; the mechanical, the strategic, and the athletic pillar. The mechanical and strategic pillars focus on how and when to hit the ball and the athletic pillar emphasizes the synergy between body and mind. The mind is super important, but it's one-a-half of the athletic pillar, there's the other part of the athletic pillar, which is the body. Your body supports and nourishes your mind thus a healthy, well-conditioned body enhances mental performance.To enhance mind-body connection, consider these steps; 1. Physical activity: Engage in regular exercise to boost both physical and mental well-being. It could be focusing on strength training, mobility, or flexibility. What the exercise session does is that it uplifts your spirits and sharpen your focus.2. Hydration, sleep and nutrition: Dehydration or lack of energy can impede your ability to concentrate and perform. Ensure you're adequately fueled and hydrated to maintain mental clarity. 3. Manage expectations: If your body is not at its peak, it's normal for your cognitive abilities to reflect that so be kind to yourself and adjust expectations accordingly.If you're new to physical training, begin with simple exercises like controlled chair squats or full-body workouts like getting up from a lying position. Walking is also an excellent low-impact cardio activity. If you're already active, good for you, consider incorporating additional elements such as strength training or flexibility exercises.Join our email list; https://betterpickleball.com/Stay confident and perform at your best prepare with this play guide; https://betterpickleball.com/prepare-to-play/Podcast episode on controlling how you respond; https://betterpickleball.com/237-why-are-you-upset-mindset-shifts-for-competitive-play-in-pickleball/Tony's favorite workouts; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8CDeZurWmQ&list=PLRe6hjjhF-o4F-8QyurfoW0RM8_664o_T
In this episode of Iron Culture, hosts Eric Trexler and Eric Helms discuss various topics related to fitness, nutrition, and hydration. They delve into the importance of hydration, the potential for overhydration, and the effects of vitamin C and gelatin on muscle recovery. The conversation also covers the debate between eccentric and concentric training for muscle growth, as well as the relationship between cardio and strength training. Throughout the episode, the hosts emphasize the need for evidence-based practices in fitness and nutrition, while also addressing common misconceptions in the fitness community. To attend the upcoming SNA conference electronically and see the entire MASS team's presentations, you can find tickets here: https://sportsnutritionassociation.com/sna-annual-2025-conference/ To submit a question for us to answer on the show, head over to https://massresearchreview.com/ironculture/ Time stamps: 00:00 Introduction 04:28 Hydration: The Basics and Common Misconceptions 07:17 Research Insights on Hydration and Performance 10:26 The Impact of Dehydration on Training Adaptations 13:23 Overhydration: Risks and Considerations 16:37 Practical Hydration Tips for Athletes 19:28 Understanding Electrolytes and Hydration Strategies 22:22 Final Thoughts on Hydration and Performance 32:06 Understanding Supplements: DIM and Urine Color Changes 34:12 Vitamin C and Gelatin: Are They Worth It? 39:33 Micronutrients: The Balance of Too Much and Too Little 47:36 Eccentrics vs. Concentrics: Debunking Myths in Muscle Growth 55:24 Heart Rate Variability and Recovery: What You Need to Know 01:05:37 The Interference Effect: Cardio and Resistance Training Adaptations
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Boomer Anderson, Dr. Scott Sherr, and Dr. Ted Achacoso dive deep into the topic of hydration, debunking common myths and offering practical tips. They clarify the effects of caffeine and alcohol as diuretics and discuss the misconception about clear urine indicating proper hydration. They explore the evolutionary aspects of water's role in biology and provide specific recommendations for daily water intake, emphasizing the importance of a little salt and possibly sugar for optimal hydration. The conversation also covers various methods for ensuring clean and effective hydration, including filtration systems and the importance of not drinking calories. Join us as we delve into:- The physiology of hydration – Where water actually goes in your body - Diuretic myths debunked – Coffee, alcohol and coconut water exposed - Electrolyte optimization – How to make your own medical-grade hydration solution - Travel hydration protocols – Why you're dehydrating faster than you think This episode is for you if:- You want to optimize cellular hydration for peak performance - You're tired of contradictory advice about water intake - You've wondered if structured water systems are worth the investment - You need science-backed hydration hacks for travel or workouts You can also find this episode on…YouTube: https://youtu.be/s_s3lRNwaqA Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast | https://homehope.org Instagram: @troscriptions | @homehopeorg Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.
Dehydration can sneak up on you, leading to serious health risks. In this episode, Dan Corder speaks with Dr. Anastasia Ugwuanyi, Senior Clinical Educator at the University of the Witwatersrand, about the causes, warning signs, and smart prevention strategies to stay hydrated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, we will be discussing dehydration in the elderly. We will discuss the prevalence of dehydration in the elderly population, and the importance of prevention and identification of early signs and symptoms that may lead to better outcomes and prevention. And finally, we will discuss key strategies that will optimize patient safety and improve quality care for our elderly population.
Energetic Health Institute Radio with Angela Bulaga CHN – Brain fog or dehydration? Your brain is 80% water, making hydration essential for focus and well-being. Learn how much water you need, the best sources, and why tap water isn't ideal. Discover hydration tips, the role of electrolytes, and how to optimize your intake for better health. Stay energized, sharp, and properly hydrated every day!
Energetic Health Institute Radio with Angela Bulaga CHN – Brain fog or dehydration? Your brain is 80% water, making hydration essential for focus and well-being. Learn how much water you need, the best sources, and why tap water isn't ideal. Discover hydration tips, the role of electrolytes, and how to optimize your intake for better health. Stay energized, sharp, and properly hydrated every day!
The Diet Doc, LLC, is the parent company to many health, fitness, nutrition, and behavioral projects. Founded 25 years ago by Joe Klemczewski, PhD, known as the Godfather of Flexible Dieting, The Diet Doc is equipping the next generation of nutrition coaches. Joe has created the Flexible Dieting Institute, the FDI Professional Coach Association, the National Academy of Metabolic Science, the Nutrition Coaching Global Mastermind, the Life Mastery Podcast, Contest Prep University, and the Mind-Muscle Connection. Whether you're listening to a podcast or interview as a life transformation client, a physique sport competitor, a performance athlete, a fitness entrepreneur, or just need some life motivation, Joe won't disappoint! We hope you will explore what we offer and look for our free videos and articles at https://thedietdoc.com THE FLEXIBLE DIETING INSTITUTE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaFD0Y6EtWHMDbJ2EZgGv6R_Ou_nEMQwZ THE SCIENCE OF STAGE-READY: CONTEST PREP UNIVERSITY playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaFD0Y6EtWHOqNOa5UFFs1QOH2CTrWw2W THE MIND-MUSCLE CONNECTION playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?ist=PLaFD0Y6EtWHNAvcX9hmj7FHBNdWUa1GvE THE DIET DOC CONTEST PREP PROGRAM OPTIONS: https://thedietdoc.com/contest-prep SUBSCRIBE TO THIS CHANNEL: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=thedietdocweightloss HOW WE CAN HELP YOU IN YOUR FITNESS CAREER! * Become a member of the Flexible Dieting Institute Professional Coach Association and let us help you build an amazing career! www.fdi.coach * Become a National Academy of Metabolic Science Certified Nutrition Consultant: www.namscoach.com * Become a National Academy of Metabolic Science Physique Sport & Transformation Coach: www.namscoach.com LET'S CONNECT! Website: https://www.thedietdoc.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joe.klemczewski Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheDietDoc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeklemczewski
On this week's episode of Sense by Meg Faure, we delve into the ever-changing world of parenting an 7-month-old. Join Meg and returning guest Julia as they discuss the week's challenges, triumphs, and those delightful "grey areas" of babyhood.Tummy Troubles & Sleep Strategies:Julia shares her experience with baby Aurelia's recent tummy bug, highlighting the importance of recognizing early signs and managing dehydration. Meg offers expert advice on navigating night wakings, including a step-by-step approach to soothing and when to offer a feed. They discuss the challenges of frequent night wakings and the importance of flexibility in parenting.Mealtime Musings & Milestone Moments:The conversation shifts to mealtimes, with Julia sharing a positive experience of family dining out. Meg emphasizes the benefits of baby-led weaning and social eating for fostering healthy eating habits. They also discuss the exciting milestone of self-feeding and how it can enhance family mealtime experiences.Rolling, Crawling & Letting Go:Julia and Meg explore Aurelia's developmental progress, highlighting her newfound rolling skills and the anticipation of crawling. Meg explains the importance of proprioceptive and vestibular input for gross motor development and sleep. They also discuss the upcoming milestone of learning to let go of objects and the impact it has on play and interaction.Why This Episode Matters:This episode offers valuable insights for parents navigating the complexities of babyhood. Tune in to discover:How to recognize and manage a tummy bug in babies.Effective strategies for handling night wakings.The benefits of baby-led weaning and social eating.The importance of movement and sensory experiences for development.Understanding and celebrating key milestones in your baby's first year.Key takeaways:Dehydration is a serious concern with tummy bugs: Keep your little one hydrated with a rehydration solution. You can find a recipe in the ParentSense app or by asking our chatbot, Aya, on WhatsApp.Not all night wakings require a feed: Try soothing your baby with a dummy or offering cooled boiled water before resorting to a feed.Embrace self-feeding: Encourage your baby to explore food and participate in family meals, fostering social eating habits and reducing fussy eating later on.Movement is crucial for development: Provide opportunities for your baby to roll, crawl, and explore their environment, promoting gross motor skills and healthy sleep.Flexibility is key: Remember that every baby is different and their needs are constantly evolving. Embrace the grey areas and adapt your approach as needed.Join us on this week's episode of Sense by Meg Faure for a relatable and informative discussion about the joys and challenges of parenting an 7-month-old.Resources mentioned in this episode:ParentSense App: Download the app for personalized routines, daily tips, and expert advice.Aiah Chatbot: Connect with Aya on WhatsApp for instant answers to your parenting questions.Connect with us:Instagram: Follow us for daily parenting inspiration and tips.Website: Visit our website for more resources and support.Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! We appreciate your support in helping us reach more parents.
Join DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Today's guest is Travis Key, the CEO of Strokes Gained Golf. He's a fitness addict, avid tournament golfer, and helping golfers avoid dehydration for better performance. After meeting him at the PGA Show, I knew I had to have him on the podcast. When you listen to this interview, you will learn: The importance of dehydration in golf. Getting into tournament golf and tips to perform under pressure. Why you need to improve fitness routines to reach your golf potential. How to avoid mental fatigue during the round by drinking more than just water. And more. Make sure to follow Strokes Gained on Instagram and check out their store on Amazon. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). WHYGOLF Training Aids: The best training aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%). Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Mental Golf Type: The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). PrimePutt: The best putting mats in golf, use code “WICKEDSMART” to save 10% on your investment. Arccos Golf: The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy Wicked Smart Golf Amazon or Audible Buy Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon (Audible coming soon).
Send us a textAre you finding it hard to get enough water in your body daily? If so, you may be chronically dehydrated, which can have some devastating long-term effects. In this episode we cover the following:Chronic dehydration symptomsLong-term impact of chronic dehydrationHow much water should you be consuming dailyWays to prioritize hydration Note: This episode does not have a YouTube video component.***CHECK THIS OUT!!***Podcast Facebook Community:Have you joined the podcast Facebook community yet?! If not and you are a woman interested in having a place to connect, inspire, and support other like-minded women, this is the place for you! In the Facebook community, we will share our health and wellness journeys to normalize these talks we often shy away from or feel are not welcome. They are welcome here, and I can't wait to see you there!!Use the following link to request to join:https://www.facebook.com/groups/385487936132272/Products I am OBSESSED with:Therasage:Use code KELLYB to save 10% on your portable Infrared Sauna and take your healing to the next level! Click HERE to shop.Skin Essence Organics:Skin Essence Organics is a fantastic company that makes affordable, non-toxic skin care products that smell and feel good, too! Their products are 100% plant-based, organic, cruelty-free, gluten-free, and non-GMO. To start supporting your body and our environment, head on over to https://www.skinessenceorganics.com/ (if you are in the US) or https://www.skinessence.ca/ (if you are in Canada) to try out these amazing products. You can get 10% off of your order when you use the code: kelly, plus free shipping on orders of $49 or more.Funk It Wellness:Funk It Wellness Seed Cycling Kits and Maca Powder can be found at: https://funkitwellness.com/Use the code: KELLY20 to save 20% on your order!!Finally, if this podcast resonates with you, it would mean the world to me if you could take 20 seconds of your time and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Reviews help this podcast become more searchable, allowing me to impact more people like you! Feel free to tag me on Instagram @kelly_bluth so that I can personally thank you or reach out to me via email at kellybholisticwellness@gmail.com. I am so grateful to you and look forward to continuing on this journey together!
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Back to Basics: Health & Fitness Episode Summary: When disaster strikes, your physical fitness could be the difference between survival and struggle. In this episode of our Back to Basics series, we break down why health and fitness matter for preppers, how to build strength and endurance, and why preventative care is just as crucial as having a bug-out bag. We cover real-world fitness strategies, survival-based workouts, and how to build a "health-first" mindset so you can stay strong, resilient, and ready for anything.
In this episode we cover the basics for dehydrating fruit, veggies, and herbs! Covering the impossibly long history of dehydration, how it affects nutrition and more. We cover the various ways to dehydrate, from the most rudimentary to scifi devices! And of course we go over some basic dehydration steps, and how to incorporate dehydrated foods into your diet! If you like our show, please leave a rating and review, or best of all support us on patreon! https://www.patreon.com/RevGarden
Bible StudyDon't just take our word for it . . . take His! We would encourage you to spend time examining the following Scriptures that shaped this sermon: .Sermon NotesA Relentless GodJesus stops at nothing to accomplish his thirst-quenching mission - geography, gender, ethnicity, religion, and sinA Revealing EncounterJesus reveals false sources of water to prepare us for the Living WaterA Refreshing SaviorThe Living Water is not a spiritual commodity, technique, or gift - but a person - Jesus himself (as well as the Holy Spirit - see John 7:39).Sermon ApplicationDiscussion Questions:What are some common false water sources today? How are they spiritually detrimental?What are some barriers God overcame in your life to offer you his Living Water?For many people, God's relentless pursuit of us before we seek him is a source of comfort. Is it for you? Why or why not?Some have observed that God heals what he reveals. Have you seen that in your life?There is a rise in spirituality and spiritual practices. In what ways can these be helpful? In what ways can they distract from or distort the Living Water?Questions?Do you have a question about today's sermon? Email Randy Forrester ().
Do you feel like you're constantly hungry, even when you're eating healthy?
In this episode, I sit down with triple-board certified nutritionist Julie Olson to discuss how we can hack our nutrition and achieve optimum hair health. If you're interested in learning about the building blocks of hair and getting some tips on how we can all improve the strength and fullness of our hair today, look no further! Nutrition and Healthy Hair Julie's personal experience with hair loss began with a stressful experience and a fast-paced lifestyle. When she stopped working her corporate job, she saw it had a massive impact on her health. This was the catalyst for beginning her journey as a nutritionist, focusing on making targeted changes to her diet to restore her hair naturally. Her experience serves as a reminder that proper nutrition is key in any hair loss prevention strategy. Essential Nutrients for Hair Growth Protein is critical for healthy hair. Hair is primarily made up of keratin, a type of protein, and without adequate protein intake, hair growth can slow down. Other vital nutrients for hair health include iron, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids. Julie cautions us against believing everything we hear and see online, however – in her experience, biotin isn't something we need to supplement in our diets, despite the hype. The most important thing to do is ensure you're getting a balanced diet and rely on supplements only if you know you have a deficiency in a particular nutrient. Foods to Avoid for Better Hair Health Some foods actually contribute to hair loss. Julie discusses how highly processed foods, especially processed meats like hot dogs, can contribute to inflammation and nutrient imbalances that may worsen hair loss. Processed meats and fried foods contain unhealthy fats that can increase inflammation, while sugary snacks and refined carbs spike blood sugar levels, which can impact our hormones. Dehydration can also impact hair in a negative way, so ingesting anything that dehydrates you isn't recommended. Making mindful food choices is one of the best ways to support hair health naturally. Hair Loss Prevention – Holistically Hair loss isn't just about what you eat—it's about how well your body absorbs nutrients and maintains balance. Stress, gut health, and hydration all play a role in whether your body can properly use the nutrients you consume. Julie emphasizes the importance of looking at your health holistically rather than relying on quick-fix supplements. By focusing on a balanced diet, stress management, and overall wellness, you can create the optimal conditions for healthy, thriving hair. Resources Book a Free Consultation today! Thanks for listening to HairPod. We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did, please leave us a rating or review wherever you get your podcasts. If you'd like to connect with us on social media to share your story, check us out on Instagram @HairClub. HairPod is a production of TSE Studios. Our theme music is from SoundStripe.
Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-418 Overview: Acute episodes of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea due to gastroenteritis in children are common complaints seen in primary and urgent care settings. Join us as we discuss recent evidence suggesting that apple juice can be as effective as commercial electrolyte solutions, offering a cost-effective and convenient option for oral replacement therapy for mild dehydration. Episode resource links: Freedman SB, Willan AR, Boutis K, Schuh S. Effect of Dilute Apple Juice and Preferred Fluids vs Electrolyte Maintenance Solution on Treatment Failure Among Children With Mild Gastroenteritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA. 2016;315(18):1966-1974. doi:10.1001/jama.2016.5352 Goldman RD, Friedman JN, Parkin PC. Validation of the clinical dehydration scale for children with acute gastroenteritis. Pediatrics. 2008;122(3):545-549. doi:10.1542/peds.2007-3141 Jauregui J, Nelson D, Choo E, et al. External validation and comparison of three pediatric clinical dehydration scales. PLoS One. 2014;9(5):e95739. Published 2014 May 2. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0095739 https://primarycarenotebook.com/pages/haematology/world-health-organization-who-scale-for-dehydration AAP: Signs of Dehydration in infant and children https://primarycarenotebook.com/pages/haematology/world-health-organization-who-scale-for-dehydration Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com
Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-418 Overview: Acute episodes of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea due to gastroenteritis in children are common complaints seen in primary and urgent care settings. Join us as we discuss recent evidence suggesting that apple juice can be as effective as commercial electrolyte solutions, offering a cost-effective and convenient option for oral replacement therapy for mild dehydration. Episode resource links: Freedman SB, Willan AR, Boutis K, Schuh S. Effect of Dilute Apple Juice and Preferred Fluids vs Electrolyte Maintenance Solution on Treatment Failure Among Children With Mild Gastroenteritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA. 2016;315(18):1966-1974. doi:10.1001/jama.2016.5352 Goldman RD, Friedman JN, Parkin PC. Validation of the clinical dehydration scale for children with acute gastroenteritis. Pediatrics. 2008;122(3):545-549. doi:10.1542/peds.2007-3141 Jauregui J, Nelson D, Choo E, et al. External validation and comparison of three pediatric clinical dehydration scales. PLoS One. 2014;9(5):e95739. Published 2014 May 2. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0095739 https://primarycarenotebook.com/pages/haematology/world-health-organization-who-scale-for-dehydration AAP: Signs of Dehydration in infant and children https://primarycarenotebook.com/pages/haematology/world-health-organization-who-scale-for-dehydration Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com
In this Think Thursday episode, Molly dives into the fascinating connection between hydration and cognitive health. Learn why even mild dehydration can negatively impact focus, memory, reaction time, and overall brain efficiency. Molly shares practical strategies to stay hydrated and explains how keeping your brain hydrated can help you feel better, think more clearly, and take better actions in your daily life.With January being a time for many to reduce alcohol intake or prioritize alcohol-free days, hydration becomes an even more important topic. Did you know that for every gram of alcohol consumed, your body expels 10 milliliters of water? This means drinking alcohol can contribute significantly to dehydration. Molly also touches on the broader implications of hydration, such as its impact on mood and energy levels.Key Topics DiscussedThe Importance of Hydration:How even a 1% drop in body water affects cognition.Dehydration's impact on neurotransmitters and the brain's homeostasis.Hydration and Alcohol:Why drinking alcohol causes dehydration.The importance of incorporating water into your routine, especially when drinking alcohol.Mood and Energy:How dehydration can lead to confusion, fatigue, and even mild depression.The mood-boosting benefits of staying hydrated.Practical Hydration Tips:Start Early: Begin your day with a glass of water to rehydrate after sleep.Make Water Accessible: Use a reusable water bottle as a visual cue.Add Flavor: Enhance water with lemon, cucumber, or other natural flavors.Set Goals: Aim for at least 8 cups (or 2 liters) of water daily, adjusting based on activity and needs.Key Quote:“When we think better, we feel better. When we feel better, we take better actions, and that's how we create better results in our lives. It all starts with hydration.” – Molly WattsResources Mentioned:Molly's Website: www.mollywatts.comJoin the Alcohol Minimalist Facebook Group: Alcohol Minimalists: Change Your Alcohol HabitsEpisode ChallengeThis week, focus on drinking more water and notice how it affects your mood and cognitive function. Use the tips shared in this episode to build a hydration habit that sticks!Connect with Molly:Email: molly@mollywatts.comInstagram: @alcoholminimalist ★ Support this podcast ★
Episode 182: Alcohol's Impact on Your Fitness GoalsIn this episode, we settle in for a drink or maybe we skip the drink for something else. Alcohol is a part of our society and how you navigate it impacts your health and fitness. So let's discuss all things alcohol. Check out how in all the highlights below: The artic vortex Stigmas and culture What is alcohol Smells like daddy What does ethanol do? Ben and his papers Alcohol and Macros Homer Simpson Body composition Alcohol's gut and nutrient impact Dehydration land Testosterone impacts Tips to help you succeed CFO's sober community Hopefully, this podcast helps you understand how alcohol can impact your health. If you have more questions, then reach out to your favorite coaches.Have a listen, and as always give us some feedback and ask us questions!
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating intersection of brain health, dehydration, and wilderness medicine. Learn how dehydration impacts cognitive function, decision-making, and survival instincts, especially in outdoor and emergency situations. We'll tell you how to recognize the signs of dehydration and treat it effectively in remote or challenging environments. Don't miss this essential guide to keeping your mind sharp when it matters most!
In the episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging," host Wendy Jones and guest Erica Ancel, director of operations for Next Steps for Seniors, discuss strategies for seniors to maintain their independence. They cover essential safety tips like removing throw rugs and using safe kitchen utensils, the importance of hydration with alternatives to plain water, mobility exercises to maintain muscle mass and balance, and socialization strategies to combat isolation. The episode provides practical advice and resources to help seniors live independently and safely, enhancing their quality of life as they age. Support our mission: https://nextsteps4seniors.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this conversation, Jill Harris discusses the formation of kidney stones, emphasizing that it typically takes two to three years for stones to develop. She explores various factors that can accelerate this process, including diet, hydration, and genetic predisposition. Jill highlights the importance of following the Kidney Stone Diet to prevent stones and improve overall health. She also discusses the significance of conducting a 24-hour urine collection to understand individual risks and tailor prevention strategies.TakeawaysIt takes an average of two to three years to form a kidney stone.Dehydration can lead to faster kidney stone formation.Following a kidney stone diet is crucial for prevention.A 24-hour urine collection is essential for understanding kidney stone risk.Family history can increase the likelihood of developing kidney stones.Chronic illnesses can predispose individuals to kidney stones.Dietary changes can improve overall health and reduce stone risk.Education about kidney stone prevention is vital for effective management.Lifestyle changes can lead to significant health improvements.Consulting with a specialist can provide valuable insights into prevention strategies.00:00 Introduction to Kidney Stones and Their Formation02:27 Understanding the Timeline of Kidney Stone Formation04:46 The Importance of Urine Collection and Analysis06:41 Medical Conditions and Their Impact on Kidney Stones09:40 Dietary Changes to Prevent Kidney Stones——HAVE A QUESTION? _Leave us a voicemail at (773) 789-8764.KIDNEY STONE DIET® APPROVED PRODUCTSProtein Powders, Snacks, and moreWORK WITH JILL _Kidney Stone Diet®Kidney Stone Prevention CourseKidney Stone Diet® Meal PlansSUPPORT THE SHOW _Join the PatreonRate Kidney Stone Diet on Apple Podcasts or Spotify——WHO IS JILL HARRIS? _For over 25 years, Jill Harris has been a kidney stone prevention nurse helping patients reduce their kidney stone risk. Drawing from her work with world-renowned University of Chicago nephrologist, Dr. Fred Coe, and the thousands of patients she's worked with directly, she created the Kidney Stone Diet®. With a simple, self-guided online video course, meal plans, ebooks, and group coaching, Kidney Stone Diet® is Jill's effort to help as many patients as possible stop making kidney stones for good.
Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about creatine. What is it, and why do we need it? Together, we will look at its benefits for muscle growth, energy production, and overall performance, as well as its impact on brain function and health for individuals of any age but especially those over 40. We will uncover its role in power activities and muscle recovery and how proper dosage and supplementation can help combat issues like sarcopenia and cognitive decline. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/ RESOURCES:Learn more about Healthy Vibe Tribe HEREReady to jump into the Healthy Vibe Tribe? Start here: Become A Member of Salad with a Side of FriesJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries Instagram
Hangovers and New Year's Day often go hand in hand, but it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode of "Health Hacks," Dr. Mark Hyman breaks down what really happens when you drink too much alcohol, how it affects your brain, liver, and immune system, and why your gut might be to blame for ‘hangxiety.' With practical tips like hydration hacks, key supplements, and natural remedies, you'll learn how to prevent hangovers and bounce back fast—so you can kick off 2025 feeling your best. Join the Health Hacks community and follow @healthhackspod on social for exclusive insights, expert advice and the latest in health science. Please note: The timestamps may vary slightly depending on which listening platform you are using. 0:00 – The Morning After: Why Hangovers Happen and What to Expect 2:05 – The Real Causes of Hangovers Explained 7:00 – Dehydration, Headaches, and Sleepless Nights: Why Hangovers Feel So Brutal 10:29 – “Hangxiety” is Real: How Alcohol Wreaks Havoc on Your Gut and Immune System 13:23 – Alcohol's Hidden Health Risks You Need to Know 17:23 – Smart Drinking 101: Prevention Tips and How to Stay Safe 20:32 – No Booze? No Problem: Alcohol-Free Alternatives and Hangover Hacks 27:19 – Bounce Back Faster: Detox Strategies and Remedies That Work 31:14 – New Year, New Habits: Final Takeaways for Smarter Celebrations To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode of HansenAthletics Radio, Darren Hansen discusses the critical components of recovery for athletes and active individuals, focusing on sleep, nutrition, and hydration. He emphasizes that recovery is as important as training itself, detailing how each element contributes to performance and longevity. The conversation also touches on the benefits of heat in recovery, providing insights for athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. Takeaways: Recovery is as important as training for performance. Sleep is the ultimate recovery tool for athletes. Nutrition plays a significant role in muscle recovery. Hydration is essential for optimal bodily functions. Heat exposure can enhance recovery processes. Proper sleep aids in mental clarity and cognitive function. Nutrition should focus on high-quality proteins and carbs. Dehydration can impair performance and recovery. Prioritizing recovery can prevent burnout and injuries. Consistent communication about recovery is key for athletes. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Recovery in Athletics 02:55 The Importance of Sleep for Recovery 06:04 Nutrition: Fueling Recovery and Performance 10:10 Hydration: Key to Optimal Recovery 12:13 The Role of Heat in Recovery 15:56 Conclusion and Future Insights
We sincerely apologize! During the livestream recording, we experienced some technical difficulties between 07:15 to 08:50. Thanks for your patience and understanding.Learn more about becoming an Insider on our website: https://www.benbikman.comDuring The Metabolic Classroom lecture this week, Dr. Bikman dives into the intricate relationship between salt- and water-regulating hormones and metabolic health.Starting with a discussion of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS), he explains how hormones like angiotensin II, aldosterone, and antidiuretic hormone (ADH) are not only critical for regulating blood pressure but also significantly impact insulin sensitivity and fat cell dynamics. Angiotensin II promotes insulin resistance by increasing ceramide production, which blocks insulin signaling, while also enlarging fat cells and inhibiting their breakdown. Similarly, aldosterone exacerbates insulin resistance by enhancing ceramide levels and promotes both the growth and multiplication of fat cells. ADH complements these effects, particularly by inhibiting fat breakdown through its action on specific receptors.Ben emphasizes the counterintuitive finding that salt restriction, often prescribed to manage hypertension, can worsen insulin resistance, particularly in individuals with metabolic vulnerabilities. Studies highlight that reducing salt intake leads to increased fasting insulin levels, impaired glucose metabolism, and unfavorable lipid changes, such as reduced HDL cholesterol. Additionally, he warns that dehydration, much like salt restriction, activates these same hormonal pathways, compounding their metabolic effects.Dr. Bikman concludes with a reminder that interventions aimed at improving blood pressure should consider their broader metabolic implications, particularly for individuals predisposed to insulin resistance.Show Notes/References:For complete show notes and references referred to in this episode, we invite you to become a Ben Bikman Insider subscriber. As a subscriber, you'll enjoy real-time, livestream Metabolic Classroom access which includes live Q&A with Ben, ad-free Metabolic Classroom Podcast episodes, show notes and references, Ben's Research Reviews Podcast, and a searchable archive that includes all Metabolic Classroom episodes and Research Reviews. Learn more about becoming an Insider on our website: https://www.benbikman.comTimestamps: (approximate)(01:13) Overview of Salt- and Water-Regulating Hormones(02:22) How Angiotensin II Influences Blood Pressure and Insulin Resistance(06:37) The Metabolic Effects of Angiotensin II on Fat Cells(11:22) Aldosterone's Role in Insulin Resistance and Fat Cell Growth(15:57) Metabolic Impacts of Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)(29:02) The Counterintuitive Effects of Salt Restriction on Metabolic Health(33:13) The Role of Dehydration in Activating Metabolic Hormones(34:51) Conclusion: How Blood Pressure Hormones Influence Metabolic Health#MetabolicHealth #InsulinResistance #Hypertension #SaltAndHealth #BloodPressure #HormonesAndHealth #DrBenBikman #MetabolicSyndrome #LowCarbLife #Type2Diabetes #KetoLife #HealthyLifestyle #NutritionScience #MetabolismMatters #HealthEducation #FatCellBiology #InsulinSensitivity #SaltIntake #Dehydration #HealthTips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 513 - 10 Things to do Daily Today we have Forrest. He is 31 years old from Atlanta, GA and took his last drink on March 14th, 2022. Sponsors for this episode: Visit Sober Link to learn more and to get a promo code for $50 off of the device. Registration for Dry January is now open. This course is all about accountability, connection, and having fun. We come together 14 times in the month of January via Zoom, and you'll also find yourself in smaller breakout rooms where you can connect with others who are ditching the booze. If you enjoy the Recovery Elevator podcast, please help spread the word by leaving a review wherever you listen from. [03:38] Thoughts from Paul: Paul shares a list of recommendations of little things to dry and do daily. The best way to make change in your life is with small, intentional steps towards your goal. 1) Water – at least once per day, drink as much water as you can. Dehydration causes a lot of our fatigue later in the day. 2) Meditation – for a few minutes each day, turn your gaze inward. 3) Posture – stand up, pull your shoulders back, arch your back, look to the sky and hold it for 30 seconds. 4) Fuel – make a point to eat one healthy item daily and be conscious about it. 5) Movement – five minutes of light to moderate movement each day. 6) Nothing – literally, do nothing. Start slow with as little as one minute. 7) Play – try new hobbies or rediscover old ones. 8) Learn and grow – read a book or watch a YouTube video about something that interests you. 9) Connect with another human being – Ideally one you can be yourself around. 10) Make someone else's life better - A tremendous amount of happiness will come to you when you help someone else out. [10:28] Paul introduces Forrest: Forrest grew up in a household where alcohol was present, but he was never exposed to overindulgence. He also had little interest in trying it and says he didn't have his first drink until late freshman year of college where it was a beer pong situation. Forrest says his drinking during college looked very normal. After graduating, Forrest found himself with a corporate job and the happy hours that came with it. Between the happy hours several days of the week and the shenanigans he pursued with his other friends in their early twenties, Forrest started to notice his alcohol consumption increase. After a few occasions of questioning himself about the previous nights, a voice told him that he wasn't ready to quit, but he definitely needed to start moderating. After attempting moderation for a while, Forrest determined it was not helping. The process of quitting started for Forrest when he joined a health challenge with a friend. It wasn't long into the challenge when he started noticing some benefits but returned to his old habits after 45 days and ended up back where he was when he began. Forrest began to negotiate with himself that after his birthday, he would try to go alcohol free again. It was March when he looked at himself and realized he needed to quit for at least a year. Forrest started reading a lot of quit lit and listening to podcasts. Learning the science behind alcohol use disorder was very helpful for Forrest. Within the first year of quitting drinking, Forrest lost 60 pounds and was seeing many other positive changes in his body. He started finding physical activity easier and began to enjoy it again. Forrest's parting piece of guidance: if there is something in your mind that gives you an inkling that you need to question your alcohol consumption habits, there is nothing wrong with seeking knowledge, doing research, and you might come across a journey that you didn't necessarily know was in your future. Recovery Elevator You took the elevator down; you got to take the stairs back up. I love you guys. We are doing this. RE merch Café RE Recovery Elevator YouTube Sobriety Tracker iTunes
Episode Highlights With Dana CohenHydration is so important, but a lot of us get this wrongThis is the single most important step in preventing chronic diseaseThere is no 80/20 without hydration and no detox without hydrationWe detox through poop, pee, and sweat, and none of these happen without hydrationLow-level dehydration is a causal effect of aging and chronic diseaseOne very important key takeaway about hydration and how to know you are properly hydratedThirst is an overt signal of dehydration, not a first signThe variables that can increase the need for hydrationResources We MentionQuench by Dana Cohen, MDFuel Up: Harness the Power of Your Blender and "Cheat" Your Way to Good Health by Dana Cohen, MDLMNT
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