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Steve joins Mark Bell's Power Project to tell the story of going from elite-level strength and chasing a 2,000-pound powerlifting total to sudden kidney failure, five years of dialysis, and ultimately receiving a kidney transplant from his sister.Steve explains how his health deteriorated seemingly overnight, why doctors eventually determined that a rare genetic condition played a major role in his kidney failure, what dialysis actually feels like, and how close he came to believing he might not survive.He also opens up about losing the identity he had built around strength, accepting that he may never lift the numbers he once did, the loyalty his wife showed him at his lowest point, and how surviving the experience completely changed his priorities.The conversation also covers blood work and kidney-health markers, performance-enhancing drugs, training and gaining size, entrepreneurship, near-death experiences, family, faith, and learning to appreciate the life you still have.Follow Steve: @ptfitness500Special perks for our listeners below!
In this episode, Tara Garrison breaks down why real fitness isn't just physical, walking through the mental, emotional, and spiritual skills that actually drive lasting health and personal transformation. RESOURCES: Learn more about Higher Coaching here: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me Learn more about Tara's app: https://app.taragarrison.com/ Instagram: @coachtaragarrison Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro: the hidden sides of fitness nobody talks about 00:21 Sponsor: Peluva Shoes ad 02:10 The "just a fitness coach" label problem 04:02 The Higher symbol: redefining what fitness means 05:35 Mental fitness: attention as a trainable skill 07:04 Self-awareness and spotting subconscious beliefs 08:21 Rewiring self-talk and mental habits 09:47 Habits, decisions, and directing your thoughts 11:45 Mental fitness as resistance training, diet, and cardio 15:40 Emotional fitness: emotions follow your thoughts 17:15 What emotional fitness really means 20:22 Recovering from conflict, regulating your nervous system 22:38 Boundaries, Terri Cole style 24:38 Spiritual fitness: purpose, values, and intuition 28:04 Tara's unfinished book and the trifecta of transformation 31:19 Big news: Coach Tara app becomes Higher Fitness 33:48 Jim Rohn's bricklayer analogy on living with intention 37:10 Full-spectrum coaching and parting wisdom 40:37 Inside Higher Fitness: what's included 43:11 Final thoughts WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!
What do you do when everything feels hard, nothing feels particularly good, and you no longer trust that the things you've always wanted are actually going to happen? In this deeply reflective coaching session, Christine works with Jeni, who has spent the last three years navigating an overwhelming season of loss and change. A relationship ended. A new relationship that made her feel truly seen also ended. The job she loved came to an end. Her beloved cat was diagnosed with cancer. Her friend group disappeared. And at the same time, hormonal changes and perimenopause made it harder to simply push through life the way she always had. But as Christine explores Jeni's story, it becomes clear that this feeling didn't begin three years ago. Underneath the recent losses is a much older belief: that who Jeni naturally is isn't quite good enough. Growing up, Jeni learned that love, approval, and connection often depended on behaving the "right" way. Over time, people-pleasing and self-judgment disconnected her from her own inner compass. When you're continually taught—directly or indirectly—that your preferences, feelings, or choices are wrong, it becomes difficult to trust yourself at all. Christine helps Jeni recognize that what feels like being stuck may actually be an invitation to reclaim herself. Rather than searching for another external solution, this season may be asking her to stop relating to herself the way she was related to as a child. And that doesn't require one enormous breakthrough. Healing can happen through tiny moments of awareness, compassion, self-acceptance, and choosing differently. Sometimes the biggest transformation begins with simply noticing the pattern instead of automatically believing it. If life has felt gray lately, if you've lost faith in what you once wanted, or if you're exhausted from trying to fix yourself, this episode offers a compassionate reminder that you don't have to figure everything out today. Press play to explore how small, consistent acts of self-trust and self-love can begin reconnecting you with the person you've always been underneath the protective patterns. Consider / Ask Yourself Does life feel harder or "grayer" than it used to? Did you grow up believing you needed to behave a certain way to receive love, approval, or acceptance? Do you struggle to trust your own desires, opinions, or decisions? Are you highly critical of yourself because you learned early that who you naturally were wasn't enough? Are you waiting for a massive breakthrough instead of acknowledging the smaller steps you're already taking? Key Insights and A-Ha's Major seasons of loss can reveal patterns and wounds that have been operating underneath the surface for years. People-pleasing can disconnect us from our own inner compass and make it difficult to know or trust what we truly want. When children don't feel fully accepted, they may conclude that something is wrong with them rather than recognizing the limitations of their caregivers. Constant self-judgment can develop from trying to figure out how to become "good enough" to receive love and validation. What feels like depression or emotional grayness can sometimes include years of repressed feelings and suppressed self-expression. Protective patterns may resist healing because familiar discomfort can feel safer than an unknown future. Healing doesn't require a dramatic breakthrough. Small moments of awareness and safety matter. Reparenting means choosing not to continue relating to yourself in the same ways you were related to as a child. Acceptance and forward movement can coexist: you can accept where you are while still committing to the next step. How to Deepen the Work Notice when you're criticizing yourself without immediately trying to stop the criticism. Begin simply with: "I'm criticizing myself right now." Once that awareness becomes easier, try adding: "I forgive myself for criticizing myself." Eventually, ask: "What else could I tell myself right now?" Write your own "parenting manual" for yourself. How do you want to respond when you're scared, triggered, disappointed, or judging yourself? When fear arises during deeper emotional work, consider whether the fear actually means "stop" or whether it's a protective part responding to something unfamiliar. Celebrate small moments when you stay present with a difficult emotion instead of expecting yourself to have a massive breakthrough. Practice giving yourself a little more love, understanding, compassion, and patience today than you did yesterday. Resources Mentioned in This Episode One-on-One Coaching with Christine Christine has opened her roster to additional private coaching clients. If you're navigating a season where everything feels difficult, you're experiencing significant loss or transition, or you're ready to explore deeper patterns with personalized support, you can learn more about working directly with Christine. Learn more about one-on-one coaching with Christine Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares more about Peluva, a five-toe minimalist shoe featuring individual toe articulation designed to support more natural movement and a barefoot-style experience. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Shop Peluva through Christine's link Social Media + Resources Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts including Coaches Corner Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler Facebook — Christine Hassler Instagram — @ChristineHassler Instagram — @SacredUnionCouples Apply to be coached on the show Courses, retreats, and more resources
Follow: @jonathanjarecki @TheSignalWithJonathanJarecki Jonathan Jurecki joins Mark Bell's Power Project to break down how sunlight, red and infrared light, blue light, and our modern indoor environment may influence mitochondrial function, circadian rhythms, melatonin, eye health, vitamin D, and overall health.Jonathan explains why he considers natural sunlight the ultimate form of red light therapy, why some commercial red light devices may be unnecessarily intense, how infrared light interacts with mitochondria, and why simply changing the light environment around you could be an overlooked piece of health and performance.They also discuss sunscreen, sun exposure and skin cancer, incandescent bulbs, LEDs, morning sunlight, vitamin D supplementation, blue-blocking glasses, and practical ways to bring more natural-spectrum light into everyday life.Special perks for our listeners below!
The people grinding hardest for their health are often the ones training themselves into breakdown. What if the endurance work you trust most is the very thing wrecking your heart?Mark Sisson is the founder of Mark's Daily Apple, Primal Kitchen, and Peluva, and one of the original architects of the ancestral health movement. He's a former elite endurance athlete who, at 73, now argues that the training that built his name nearly wrecked his heart. We talked about the minimum effective dose: why most people should stop running, how diet drives 80% of your results, and why your feet may be the most overlooked lever in staying strong for life.What we explore:- Why most people should stop running, and how endurance training drives overtraining and CNS stress.- How chronic cardio contributed to Mark's heart arrhythmias, common among lifelong endurance athletes.- What metabolic flexibility is, and why diet drives 80% of body composition.- Why foot health is the overlooked key to longevity and fall prevention.- How to tell a hack worth doing from biohacking noise.Chapters:00:00 How to Get Healthy Without Chasing It03:36 Why You Retire and Don't Feel Good05:50 The Health Pillars Nobody Talks About08:19 How to Build Metabolic Flexibility11:51 The Minimum Effective Dose for Fitness15:20 How to Read Your Blood Work19:01 Signs You're Overtraining Your Nervous System24:33 Get Ideal Body Composition With Less Effort31:39 Why Most People Should Not Run37:26 Why Foot Health Is the New Sleep41:41 How Modern Shoes Destroy Foot Function48:43 What Your Feet Do Barefoot on Sand58:07 Why You Should Walk Backwards59:27 How to Cut Through Biohacking Noise01:07:40 Why High-Tech Shoes Won't Save You01:22:22 The One Habit That Beats EverythingAbout Mark Sisson:Mark Sisson is a former elite endurance athlete turned health educator and entrepreneur, author of Mark's Daily Apple and founder of Primal Kitchen and Peluva. At 73, he's one of the most credible voices on eating, training, and recovering for a long, strong life.Connect with Mark Sisson:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksissonprimalSubstack: https://www.marksdailyapple.comNewsletter: https://marks-newsletter-4655f1.beehiiv.comGet your Peluva shoes here for barefoot freedom:
Anik St. Martin, D.C., DACCP, has owned and led a large holistic family wellness practice for twenty-five years. After a personal journey with autoimmunity and conducting over two decades of extensive research on psoriasis, Dr. St-Martin has developed, refined, and applied her expertise and experience to helping people of all ages overcome and cure their psoriasis. Dr. St. Martin practices and lives with her husband, Dr. Darin Shook, in Washington State. When she isn't creating something in the kitchen, the couple spends their free time sailing and in the outdoors with their sons, Simon and Marco, and with their dogs, Stella and Charlotte. In this episode, Dr. Anik St Martin shares how healing her mindset — not just her diet — finally cleared decades of severe psoriasis, and breaks down the gut, hormone, and stress factors driving autoimmune skin flares. RESOURCES: Learn more about Dr. Anik here: https://www.anikstmartin.com/skin-on-fire Instagram: @psoriasis_healing_hub Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Meet Dr. Anik St Martin & Skin on Fire 01:22 – Sponsor: Peluva Shoes ad 03:09 – Anik's psoriasis story 04:00 – Childhood onset to a severe adult flare 07:07 – The restriction spiral of chronic illness 08:41 – The Secret: rewriting her self-talk 12:01 – Becoming a mindset coach & the mirror epidemic 14:03 – Biology of Belief & the placebo effect 17:25 – Instagram pressure & the inner bully 21:37 – Psoriasis as detox; yoga & sleep-first advice 25:07 – Inside the five days: 20-mile walking meditations 31:05 – Blue Zones & mindset as the secret sauce 37:10 – Gut health: emotions and the gut connection 40:08 – Tara's Higher Coaching, app & retreats 45:08 – Four stressors, leaky gut & skin turnover 48:45 – 90-day gut protocol, LDN & staying in your lane 53:01 – Hormones, cycles & pregnancy flares 55:54 – Gluten, sourdough & real carbs 59:00 – Listening to your body & food freedom WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!
What if you're saying exactly what you mean—but somehow you're still not getting the connection you want? In this insightful coaching session, Christine works with Gaby, a self-described direct communicator who has become increasingly disappointed by the way friends and family respond when she tries to address hurt feelings or problems in their relationships. After becoming a mother, Gaby found herself less willing to tolerate behaviors that didn't feel good to her. She began speaking up more clearly, expecting that honesty would open the door to deeper conversations and stronger relationships. Instead, many of the people closest to her seemed to retreat, become defensive, or avoid the conversation altogether. That leaves Gaby wondering: If I'm the common denominator, am I the problem? Christine offers a different perspective. Gaby's directness isn't necessarily the problem—but the order of her communication may be getting in the way of what she actually wants: connection. Together, they explore emotional validation, vulnerability, defensiveness, motherhood, inner child healing, and the difference between communicating what's true and communicating it in a way another person can actually receive. Christine introduces a simple but powerful framework: connection first. Connect before you correct. Connect before you ask. Connect before you collaborate. If you've ever thought, "But I'm just being honest," only to have someone become defensive or shut down, this conversation will help you understand why—and give you practical language for approaching difficult conversations differently. Press play to learn how adding vulnerability, curiosity, and connection to your directness can help you communicate your needs without abandoning your truth. Consider / Ask Yourself Do you pride yourself on being direct but often find that other people become defensive? When you're hurt, are you communicating because you want connection—or because you want the other person to understand what they did wrong? Did you grow up feeling emotionally validated, seen, and supported when someone hurt you? Are you offering solutions when the person in front of you may simply want to be heard? Are you asking the right people to meet your emotional needs—or going to the proverbial "Chinese restaurant when you want nachos"? Key Insights and A-Ha's Being direct doesn't automatically create connection. Sometimes what we want more than a solution is simply to feel seen. A lifetime of not feeling emotionally validated can make being understood feel especially important in adult relationships. Directness without enough vulnerability or curiosity can unintentionally activate defensiveness. The phrases "The story I'm making up in my head is..." and "What I'm making that mean is..." can help create personal responsibility while lowering another person's defensiveness. Connecting before correcting, asking, or collaborating can completely change the tone of a difficult conversation. Part of inner child healing is learning how to communicate as an adult in ways that make it more likely our needs will be met. Even excellent communication can't guarantee someone will meet you emotionally. Discernment about who is capable of giving you what you need still matters. How to Deepen the Work Before an important conversation, ask yourself: "How can I connect with this person first?" Experiment with replacing accusations or conclusions with curiosity: "The story I'm making up in my head is..." When someone shares a struggle with you, pause before offering a solution and consider whether they may simply need validation. Notice whether anger or hurt is leading your communication. Give those feelings a healthy place to be expressed before entering the conversation. Practice taking responsibility for your side of the communication without taking responsibility for the other person's response. Remember Christine's framework: connection first, connection first, connection first. Resources Mentioned in This Episode One-on-One Coaching with Christine Christine has opened a few additional spots in her private coaching practice for people who want individualized support, validation, and transformational coaching. Learn more and apply at: christinehassler.com/coaching Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares why she loves Peluva, a five-toe minimalist shoe designed to provide a barefoot-style experience while still offering cushioning for everyday movement, fitness, and athletic activities. Its individual five-toe articulation allows each toe to move separately and supports more natural foot movement. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Shop Peluva through Christine's link Social Media + Resources Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts including Coaches Corner Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler Facebook — Christine Hassler Instagram — @ChristineHassler Instagram — @SacredUnionCouples Apply to be coached on the show: christinehassler.com/waitlist Courses, retreats, and more resources: christinehassler.com
From surviving an unimaginably difficult childhood to becoming a professional bodybuilder, Army veteran, father, and successful entrepreneur, Shaun shares how suffering shaped his life—and why he eventually had to change his relationship with it.He opens up about breaking generational cycles, rebuilding himself, becoming a better father and husband, and turning his experience in bodybuilding into Rice and Grinds.Special perks for our listeners below!
Dave Knapp of The Pen joins Mark Bell to break down GLP-1s, obesity, dieting, muscle loss, side effects, and the next generation of weight-loss drugs. They also discuss why medication alone won't replace the habits required for lasting results.Special perks for our listeners below!
Kathryn Nicolai is the creator and host of Nothing Much Happens, one of the most listened-to sleep podcasts in the world, where millions of listeners use her stories to calm anxiety, fall asleep, and feel more at ease in their bodies. With over 20 years of experience as a yoga and meditation teacher, Kathryn is a trusted voice in self-care, with a focus on sleep hygiene, nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and storytelling as medicine. She draws on lived experience and practices including Vipassana meditation, gentle movement, brain training, and bibliotherapy to support people navigating stress, anxiety, depression, and more. Through her work, Kathryn helps people cultivate rest, creativity, and emotional resilience in a culture shaped by overstimulation and burnout. Her new audio book, On The Street Where You Live, also comes out in July 2026. In this episode, Kathryn Nicolai breaks down why storytelling calms the anxious brain, how repetition helps you fall asleep, and why joy—not discipline—is the real key to lasting wellness. RESOURCES: Learn more about Kathryn, her podcast, app and book here: https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/ Instagram: @nothingmuchhappens Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Intro: meet Kathryn Nicolai 01:32 – Sponsor: Peluva Shoes ad 03:19 – Interview begins: 200 million downloads 05:11 – Storytelling and the sleeping brain 08:06 – Coqui frogs, Hawaii, and finding your own sound 09:40 – There's no one "right" way to sleep 11:09 – Falling asleep vs. staying asleep 13:45 – Brain dumps, tension release, and medical help 15:54 – Meditation, impulsivity, and Vipassana 17:51 – Neurodivergence, discipline, and choosing joy 21:59 – Eating disorders and food freedom 23:28 – Terra's coaching, app, and retreats 28:16 – Turning bedtime into a ritual, not a chore 30:23 – Soft spaces over rigid sleep rules 32:16 – Morning rituals and the "witching hour" 33:38 – Sleep is brain training: give it time 35:19 – Inside Nothing Much Happens' story structure 38:04 – Origin story: from Flint, Michigan to 200M downloads 40:18 – Healing fiction, gratitude, and negativity bias WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!
When news broke that the FDA finally approved bemotrizinol — the first new sunscreen ingredient cleared in the United States in over two decades — many people in the health community celebrated it as the ultimate breakthrough in sun protection. Since it's been used safely across Europe for over 20 years and underwent extensive safety testing, the immediate assumption is that any bemotrizinol-based sunscreen hitting shelves is an automatic win for clean living. But that assumes the active ingredient is the only thing ending up on your skin. So the real issue isn't whether bemotrizinol itself is safe — it's how manufacturers formulate the actual products they sell to consumers. In this episode, I break down the science and safety profile behind bemotrizinol, explain why I ordered the first product available on Amazon the moment it launched, and reveal why I sent it right back without even opening the bottle. On paper, bemotrizinol is arguably the best chemical UV filter available. Unlike older chemical sunscreen ingredients that readily absorb through the skin into the bloodstream and act as endocrine disruptors, bemotrizinol has a large molecular weight that prevents it from crossing the skin-blood barrier. Multiple clinical trials show zero detectable absorption even with repeated daily applications. It's exceptionally photostable, does not mimic estrogen or suppress testosterone, and offers broad-spectrum protection without leaving the thick white cast typical of physical mineral blockers. The problem begins when you look at the rest of the bottle. Curious to see what was currently available, I bought an SPF 50 sunscreen from BioPop Health marketed prominently around its bemotrizinol content. But turning the bottle over revealed a lineup of problematic companion ingredients: octinoxate (a known xenoestrogen banned in Hawaii and Palau for environmental and hormonal toxicity), a formaldehyde-releasing preservative, an iodine releaser restricted in Europe, propylparabens, and synthetic fragrances. Combining an advanced, clean UV filter with legacy endocrine-disrupting chemicals defeats the entire purpose of seeking out a better ingredient. My personal approach to the sun hasn't changed: I focus on building a natural UV callus through gradual, year-round exposure, and I rely on shade, protective clothing, or clean mineral sunscreen from OneSkin when intense sun demands it. Bemotrizinol is a genuinely promising ingredient, but until reputable brands release clean formulations free of hormone-disrupting fillers, grabbing the first bemotrizinol sunscreen you see on the market is a mistake. Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Peluva! Peluva makes minimalist shoes to support optimal foot, back and joint health. I started wearing Peluvas several months ago, and I haven't worn regular shoes since. I encourage you to consider trading your sneakers or training shoes for a pair of Peluvas, and then watch the health of your feet and lower back improve while reducing your risk of injury. To learn more about why I love Peluva barefoot shoes, check out my in-depth review: https://michaelkummer.com/health/peluva-review/ And use code MICHAEL to get 10% off your first pair: https://michaelkummer.com/go/peluva Learn More: 136: Rethinking Sun Exposure From Scratch: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/136-rethinking-sun-exposure-from-scratch/ OneSkin Sunscreen Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzxwbOcLiVs 21: Is Sunscreen Destroying Your Health?: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/is-sunscreen-destroying-your-health/ In this episode: 00:00 Intro: FDA approves Bemotrizinol 01:27 Review: Bemotrizinol-Based Sunscreen SPF 50 02:28 How sunscreens absorb 05:16 Why it took 20 years to get approved 05:46 Ingredient list red flags 08:00 Octinoxate hormone risks 10:01 More toxic additives 10:55 Will I use sunscreen? 13:14 Final thoughts Find me on social media for more health and wellness content: Website: https://michaelkummer.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelKummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primalshiftpodcast/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/michaelkummer/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/mkummer82 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmichaelkummer/ [Medical Disclaimer] The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician before starting a fitness regimen, adding supplements to your diet, or making other changes that may affect your medications, treatment plan, or overall health. [Affiliate Disclaimer] I earn affiliate commissions from some of the brands and products I review on this channel. While that doesn't change my editorial integrity, it helps make this channel happen. If you'd like to support me, please use my affiliate links or discount code.
What if receiving love and support feels almost as uncomfortable as the pain you're already carrying? In this deeply compassionate coaching session, Christine works with Maryam, an Iranian woman living in Norway who is struggling with grief, fear, and guilt as she witnesses tremendous suffering in her homeland while her family remains in Iran. At the same time, Maryam has built a beautiful life with a loving husband who consistently shows up for her. He listens, comforts her, walks with her, and gives her space to grieve. Yet instead of simply receiving his support, Maryam often finds herself apologizing for needing it. Underneath that guilt is a powerful question: If people I love are suffering, is it okay for me to feel safe, supported, and loved? Christine helps Maryam explore how trauma can condition the nervous system to expect chaos and suffering—making safety and love feel unfamiliar when they finally arrive. Sometimes, without realizing it, we may even add guilt to positive experiences as a way of recalibrating back toward what feels familiar. Together, they explore collective grief, survivor's guilt, highly sensitive nervous systems, receiving in relationships, and the difference between compassionately witnessing suffering and believing you must suffer alongside someone in order to love them. If you've ever felt guilty for having something another person doesn't, struggled to receive help without apologizing, or believed that your own happiness somehow minimizes someone else's pain, this conversation offers a powerful invitation to choose differently. Press play to discover why your suffering doesn't relieve someone else's—and how allowing yourself to receive love may actually give you greater capacity to offer love in return. Consider / Ask Yourself Do you feel guilty receiving support when other people are struggling? Is it easier for you to care for others than to allow someone to care for you? Do you unconsciously believe that suffering alongside someone proves how much you love them? When something good enters your life, do you find yourself waiting for something bad to happen or creating additional worry? Can you allow yourself to experience safety and love even when suffering exists elsewhere? Key Insights and A-Ha's Compassion for another person's suffering doesn't require adding unnecessary suffering to your own life. Trauma can orient the nervous system toward chaos, making love, safety, and support feel unfamiliar. Guilt can become a way of limiting how much goodness we're willing to receive. Receiving support doesn't make you less compassionate, committed, or connected to the people you care about. Rejecting support can also prevent someone you love from experiencing the gift and purpose of supporting you. Your suffering does not automatically lessen someone else's suffering. Receiving love can expand your capacity to give love. Sometimes healing means allowing your nervous system to recalibrate to safety instead of continually tethering itself to pain. How to Deepen the Work When you notice yourself apologizing for needing support, try replacing "I'm sorry" with "Thank you," "I love you," or "I'm grateful you're here with me." Notice what happens in your body when someone offers you love, comfort, or support without asking for anything in return. Remind yourself that it is safe to receive—even when other parts of your life or the world feel uncertain. Ask yourself whether your suffering is actually helping the situation you're concerned about. Give yourself permission to step away from collective pain at times and return to the reality of your own present moment. Practice receiving support without immediately feeling obligated to reciprocate it. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares more about Peluva, a five-toe minimalist shoe featuring five-toe articulation, which gives each toe its own space and supports more natural movement while walking or running. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Shop Peluva through Christine's link Social Media + Resources Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts including Coaches Corner Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler Facebook — Christine Hassler Instagram — @ChristineHassler Instagram — @SacredUnionCouples Apply to be coached on the show: christinehassler.com/waitlist Courses, retreats, and more resources: christinehassler.com
On today's episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius Mirshahzadeh sits down with Mark Sisson, endurance athlete, New York Times bestselling author, founder of Primal Kitchen (sold to Kraft Heinz), and co-founder of Peluva, a five-toe minimalist footwear company. Mark shares his remarkable journey from painting houses and competing at elite athletic levels to pioneering the ancestral health movement and building multiple successful product companies. The conversation covers metabolic flexibility, the science of intermittent fasting, the overlooked importance of foot health, and the entrepreneurial mindset required to bring innovative products to a skeptical market. In this episode, Darius and Mark will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to Mark Sisson (01:35) Mark's Entrepreneurial Journey (04:46) Transitioning from Athletics to Business (09:16) The Shift to Health and Wellness (12:46) Educating Consumers on Health (17:09) The Importance of Diet and Nutrition (20:42) Personal Health Experiences and Insights (26:04) Transforming Health Through Diet (27:42) The Role of Intermittent Fasting in Longevity (31:47) Innovating in the Food Industry (36:39) Bridging the Gap: From Idea to Product (49:35) Overcoming Barriers to Greatness Mark Sisson has spent over 20 years transforming the health and fitness world. He founded Mark's Daily Apple, authored multiple New York Times best-selling books, and helped popularize ancestral health, keto, and intermittent fasting. He also founded Primal Kitchen, which he sold to Kraft Heinz for $200 million. Today, he's focused on changing how we walk through Peluva and his latest book, “Born to Walk”. Connect with Mark: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-sisson-8937348/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksissonprimal/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/marksissonprimal/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Born-Walk-Promises-Running-Healthy-One/dp/B0DVM3F2VD Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.
We know that having healthy social bonds is the best way to improve your health and well-being. For most people, their romantic relationship is the primary form of bond and connection in their life. On today's show, you're going to learn about four science backed ways to strengthen your relationship. On this episode of The Model Health Show, you're going to learn what science says about building a healthy relationship. You'll hear about sharing things like media and other experiences can strengthen your relationship, and the power of regularly sharing meals together. You'll learn about the science of exercising together, and what it means to create a relationship highlight reel. Not only are you going to learn the science behind each of these tips, but I'm also going to share specific tips for implementing each strategy. If you're ready to uplevel your relationship, this episode of The Model Health Show is for you! So click play and enjoy the show! In this episode you'll discover: How shared media can strengthen your bond. (0:57) What it means to build a shared identity. (1:48) How shared experiences can create your relationship culture. (2:45) The link between shared meals and relationship satisfaction. (9:18) What commensality is. (10:57) How sharing meals was shown to strengthen marriages. (11:30) Tips for sharing more meals with your partner. (14:46) How to create a relationship highlight reel. (18:47) Specific prompts you can use to strengthen your bond. (22:58) How exercising with your partner can help you build habits that stick. (24:40) The benefits of walking together. (27:02) Items mentioned in this episode include: Peluva.com/model - Most shoes weaken your feet—these rebuild them. Peluva barefoot shoes are designed to restore natural movement, improve strength, and support long-term health. Get 10% off with code MODEL. Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes: Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Peluva. Most shoes weaken your feet—these rebuild them. Peluva barefoot shoes are designed to restore natural movement, improve strength, and support long-term health. Get 10% off with code MODEL at peluva.com/model.
Ben Askren tells the unbelievable story of nearly dying, receiving a double lung transplant, dropping from 195 to 138 pounds, and fighting his way back to the wrestling mat. He also opens up about becoming a Christian, rebuilding his body from scratch, and how the experience completely changed his perspective on life.Special perks for our listeners below!
Most people with type 2 diabetes are told it's a forever sentence. Chris Reade was one of them. In 2017, his A1C hit 9.1 with zero warning. He refused medication, did the research, and built a food system around the science of soluble fiber. Six months later, his A1C was 5.5. Seven years later, it has never gone back up. In this episode, entrepreneur and author Chris Reade explains how he reversed a shocking diabetes diagnosis using soluble fiber instead of medication, and why simple, sustainable habits beat extreme diets every time. RESOURCES: Learn more about Chris Reade here: https://www.beatingdiabetes.us/ Instagram: @beatingdiabetesus Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro: meet Chris Reade, author of Beating Diabetes 01:13 Sponsor: Peluva Shoes ad 02:59 Chris's diabetes story 03:35 Insurance renewal reveals an A1C of 9.3 06:00 Doctor's grim prognosis and hunting for the cause 09:07 Cancer scare leads to a surprisingly simple fix 11:13 The research: soluble fiber studies since the 1970s 12:19 How soluble fiber controls sugar, weight, and health 17:52 Writing the book: family history and friend Tim's scare 19:41 Frustration with "pills-only" medicine 22:03 Habit stacking, forgiveness, and small daily habits 28:04 Segment: Tara's coaching, app, and retreats 33:00 Soluble vs. insoluble fiber, explained simply 36:34 Continuous glucose monitors: benefits and pitfalls 43:46 His current routine, and "the warranty ends at 30" 44:49 Soapbox: the vegan/carb-fear myth 51:27 Morocco motorcycle trip: eating simply on the road 54:58 Success story: Tim's A1C drops from 13 to normal 56:57 Next-level challenge: cooked-and-cooled resistant starch WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!
Carnivore was the eye-opener that showed me how to eliminate anything that could be bothering me, but five years later, animal-based is the framework that actually stuck. I've gone through paleo, keto, and carnivore, and none of them were failed attempts; each one raised the baseline and taught me something I still use today. In this episode, I break down the three things that actually changed (not my weight, not a number on a chart), why animal-based has outlasted every stricter diet I've tried, who should still go stricter first, and how raising our own food on the homestead reshaped the whole picture. Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Peluva! Peluva makes minimalist shoes to support optimal foot, back and joint health. I started wearing Peluvas several months ago, and I haven't worn regular shoes since. I encourage you to consider trading your sneakers or training shoes for a pair of Peluvas, and then watch the health of your feet and lower back improve while reducing your risk of injury. To learn more about why I love Peluva barefoot shoes, check out my in-depth review: https://michaelkummer.com/health/peluva-review/ And use code MICHAEL to get 10% off your first pair: https://michaelkummer.com/go/peluva Learn More: The Ultimate Animal-Based Nutrition Handbook: https://michaelkummer.com/food-list/ 59: Paleo, Keto, Carnivore [Navigating Dietary Changes as a Family]: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/59-paleo-keto-carnivore-navigating-dietary-changes-as-a-family/ 137: The Nutrient Gap Most Carnivores Don't Know About: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/137-the-nutrient-gap-most-carnivores-dont-know-about/ In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:14 Three life changes 03:23 Carnivore, paleo, keto (Diet ladder) 09:10 Why animal-based sticks 14:17 How we eat day to day 18:25 Who should go stricter 20:50 Homesteading for transparency 24:16 One decision framework 26:03 Adherence beats perfection 28:55 Final thoughts Find me on social media for more health and wellness content: Website: https://michaelkummer.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelKummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primalshiftpodcast/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/michaelkummer/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/mkummer82 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmichaelkummer/ [Medical Disclaimer] The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician before starting a fitness regimen, adding supplements to your diet, or making other changes that may affect your medications, treatment plan, or overall health. [Affiliate Disclaimer] I earn affiliate commissions from some of the brands and products I review on this channel. While that doesn't change my editorial integrity, it helps make this channel happen. If you'd like to support me, please use my affiliate links or discount code. #AnimalBasedDiet #CarnivoreDiet #PaleoDiet #KetoDiet
What happens when loving the people in your life starts to feel like being responsible for keeping everyone okay? In this deeply compassionate coaching session, Christine works with Jessica, who is navigating several major transitions at once: the end of a 10-year relationship with her best friend and business partner, building her own creative career, and watching her mother rapidly decline from Alzheimer's at a young age. As the oldest of four siblings, Jessica has spent much of her life carrying a strong sense of responsibility and loyalty toward the people she loves. When someone is hurting, her instinct is to step in, protect them, fix the problem, or even put her own life on hold to make sure they're okay. But that way of loving has become exhausting. Christine helps Jessica recognize the difference between holding space for someone and trying to protect them from pain. What Jessica has understood as love and compassion is sometimes an old survival pattern—one that tells her she can only feel safe when everyone around her is okay. Together, they explore over-responsibility, codependency, boundaries, grief, nervous system regulation, and the enormous amount of energy we can lose worrying about situations we simply cannot control. If you've ever been the strong one, the caretaker, the oldest daughter, the empath, or the person everyone depends on, this episode will help you recognize where love may have become tangled with worry, guilt, fear, and responsibility. Press play to discover how to love people deeply without carrying their pain—and how reclaiming that energy can help you finally have more capacity for your own life. Consider / Ask Yourself Do you feel responsible for making sure the people you love are okay? When someone you care about is suffering, do you immediately feel compelled to fix or rescue them? Have you confused worrying about someone with loving them? Are you spending so much energy managing other people's feelings that you have little left for your own needs? Can you allow someone you love to experience pain without believing it's your responsibility to make it better? Key Insights and A-Ha's Holding space for someone is not the same as protecting them from pain. Over-responsibility can become an identity and survival pattern, especially when it begins early in life. Love can become unconsciously paired with worry, caretaking, fear, and control. Worry can create the illusion that we're doing something when we're facing a situation we cannot control. Constantly putting yourself in someone else's shoes can cause you to carry suffering that may not actually be yours. When we focus primarily on other people's discomfort, we can lose touch with our own grief and needs. Trying to fix everything may provide short-term relief but can lead to long-term exhaustion and burnout. Healthy boundaries aren't about becoming cold or disconnected—they allow love and truth to exist together. How to Deepen the Work When you feel the urge to rescue someone, pause and notice what is happening in your body before taking action. Remind yourself: "Someone I love is going through something I cannot control." When an old caretaking pattern activates, meet it with compassion instead of criticizing yourself for falling into it again. Practice giving the people you love the dignity of experiencing and moving through their own feelings. Pay attention to the "energy leaks" created by worry, guilt, overthinking, and trying to control what isn't yours to control. Ask yourself what you need emotionally before automatically turning your attention toward everyone else. Resources Mentioned in This Episode One-on-One Coaching with Christine Christine has opened additional space in her calendar for private one-on-one coaching. She shares her continued passion for individualized coaching and supporting people through major transitions, healing, and personal growth. Learn more about Christine's process and apply at: christinehassler.com/coaching Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares more about Peluva, a five-toe minimalist shoe featuring five-toe articulation, allowing each toe to move independently and supporting more natural foot movement while walking or running. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Shop Peluva through Christine's link Social Media + Resources Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts including Coaches Corner Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler Facebook — Christine Hassler Instagram — @ChristineHassler Instagram — @SacredUnionCouples Apply to be coached on the show: christinehassler.com/waitlist Courses, retreats, and more resources: christinehassler.com
Getting older doesn't mean I have to stop lifting, running, sprinting, or doing the things I love. But it might mean I need to change the way I approach them.In this episode, we talk about how to stay in the game for decades by balancing intensity with longevity. We get into why constantly redlining your workouts can eventually work against you, why most people may benefit from doing more easy “green zone” work, how injuries turn into bigger problems when you refuse to listen to your body, and why enjoyment might be one of the most overlooked pieces of long-term fitness.We also talk about walking, conditioning, nasal breathing, isometrics, cross-training, David Goggins, Cam Hanes, strength, athleticism, and what it actually means to train for your future self.You might not always be able to lift what you lifted at 25 — but that doesn't mean you have to become the person saying, “I used to do that.”Special perks for our listeners below!
Dr. Christopher Cortman has facilitated over 80,000 hours of psychotherapy during his distinguished career spanning forty years. A Florida Licensed Psychologist, he maintains a thriving private practice while specializing in emotional trauma and anxiety disorders. He's appeared nationwide on talk radio and television. The acclaimed author of five previous books, his new book, The Guided Imagery Cure: The Best Proven Methods for Quickly Resolving and Healing Trauma, describes a profoundly impactful tool for addressing trauma, grief, and more. In this episode, psychologist Dr. Christopher Cortman shares 40 years of guided imagery techniques for resolving trauma and grief, walking through real cases—from a suicidal police trainee to a WWII veteran's 80-year nightmare—to show how confronting and reframing unfinished pain, rather than just letting time pass, is what actually leads to healing. RESOURCES: Learn more about Dr. Cortman here: http://srqshrink.com/ Instagram: @drchristophercortman Get his book The Guided Imagery Cure: The Best Proven Methods for Quickly Resolving and Healing Trauma here: https://amzn.to/4hsXvEW Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 0:00 Meet Dr. Christopher Cortman & his new book 1:12 Sponsor: Peluva Shoes ad 3:00 40 years of guided imagery 3:56 What guided imagery is & everyday uses 5:01 Case study: the suicidal police trainee 9:07 Closure: shutting off the stress response 11:30 The WWII veteran's 80-year nightmare 14:56 Guided imagery for unfinished grief 15:41 Healing a friend after her husband's suicide 23:09 The five steps: remember, feel, express, release 28:36 Reframing: MADD and a cancer fundraiser's legacy 31:19 Tara's coaching, app & retreat offerings 36:16 Guided imagery for fresh, active trauma 37:08 The teen driver who killed a cyclist 44:21 Why grief gets stuck in emotional loops 46:07 Guilt, control & hypervigilance after loss 56:03 DIY imagery vs. working with a professional 57:38 A mother's suicide: becoming his guardian angel 59:35 Rape survivor hears the apology she needed 1:01:04 Licensing & where to learn more WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!
How do you care for an aging parent who never gave you what you needed as a child? In this deeply relatable coaching session, Christine works with Kelli, whose elderly father is beginning to show signs of aging and short-term memory changes. As the firstborn daughter and the only medical professional in her family, Kelli feels much of the responsibility for preparing for what may come next. But underneath the practical concerns is something much more complicated: grief for the father-daughter relationship she never had. Family members have told Kelli that she can seem "cold" toward her father. Yet Christine offers another perspective—what looks like coldness may actually be protection. After years of disappointment, lack of accountability, and feeling emotionally unseen, Kelli learned that keeping her heart guarded was safer than continuing to hope her father would become the dad she needed. Together, Christine and Kelli explore the father wound, caregiving, boundaries, resentment, grief, and how our relationships with our parents can influence the partners we choose and our ability to receive healthy love. Christine encourages Kelli to find the "both/and": she doesn't have to pretend everything is okay or abandon the boundaries she's worked hard to create. But she can also ask herself how she wants to show up in the relationship now so that, when her father is gone, she can experience grief without guilt. If you've ever struggled with an aging parent, felt guilty about keeping emotional distance from a family member, or wondered how your relationship with your father may be affecting your romantic relationships, this conversation will resonate deeply. Press play to discover how you can honor your hurt, maintain your boundaries, and still choose truth and love in the relationships that matter most. Consider / Ask Yourself Are you grieving the relationship you wish you could have had with one of your parents? Have others interpreted your emotional protection as being "cold" or distant? Are you caring for an aging parent while carrying unresolved hurt from childhood? How might your relationship with your father be influencing the way you relate to men or romantic partners? What would it look like to experience grief without guilt? Key Insights and A-Ha's What looks like emotional coldness may actually be a protective response to years of hurt and disappointment. You can accept who a parent is without pretending they gave you everything you needed. Healthy boundaries and love can coexist. Father wounds can influence worthiness, trust, vulnerability, and our relationships with men. We may unconsciously seek partners who give us what we didn't receive from our parents. Asking for help and delegating family responsibilities can prevent resentment and challenge the belief that everything falls on you. Self-love, truth, and authenticity can ultimately become stronger protection than emotional walls. How to Deepen the Work Ask yourself how you genuinely want to show up with an aging parent—not from guilt or obligation, but from your own values. Notice when hurt or protective patterns are leading your interactions and consider whether there's an authentic middle ground. Practice reminding your younger self that a parent's emotional limitations reflect their capacity, not your worth or lovability. Allow yourself to grieve the parent-child relationship you wanted without forcing the relationship you actually have to become something it isn't. Ask family members for help rather than automatically carrying the emotional and practical responsibility yourself. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Be the Queen Christine and Stef are opening the next live cohort of Be the Queen in October, focused on helping women call in healthy, aligned partnership. Join the waitlist for early access and the early-bird discount at: christinehassler.com/queen One-on-One Coaching with Christine Christine has opened additional spots in her private coaching roster and is focusing more deeply on personalized, one-on-one transformational work. Learn more and apply at: christinehassler.com/coaching Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares more about Peluva, a five-toe minimalist shoe designed to allow more natural foot movement, strengthen the feet, and provide a barefoot-style experience with cushioning for everyday movement. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Shop Peluva through Christine's link Social Media + Resources: Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner Christine on Facebook Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler @ChristineHassler on Twitter @ChristineHassler on Instagram @SacredUnionCouples on Instagram Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on any of my services! Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show! Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches!
Brad Kearns is a New York Times bestselling author, including his recent book Born to Walk. He's a #1 world-ranked Masters track & field high jumper in 2025 and a #3 world-ranked professional triathlete. He has written twenty books on diet, health, peak performance, and ancestral living, and is a popular speaker and podcast host, and creator of the Primal Fitness Expert Certification course. In today's episode, he talks to Ashleigh about a very important but mostly missing piece in our fitness regimen: sprinting. He talks about the difference between a HIIT workout and a true sprint workout, as well as what happens in the body when we do an all-out sprint: how it can improve our body composition, overall fitness, agility, power, strength, and longevity. Brad tells us how to do a sprint workout effectively and safely, how often you should be sprinting to maximize the benefits, why he believes Zone 1 training is actually underrated, and much more. This episode is sponsored by Peluva, makers of five-toe, zero-drop, barefoot-style shoes. When you put on a pair of Peluvas, you are getting an automatic foot strengthening effect, a toe spacer effect, and a healing effect from the damage caused by regular shoes. Peluva has sufficient cushioning to use for all manner of everyday movement, fitness and athletic activities, and navigating hard modern surfaces. And they look (surprisingly) good, and are super comfortable. Go ahead and use your specialized athletic shoes, work boots or even high heels when you need to, but the more you wear minimalist shoes when walking around and exercising safely, you can reawaken the natural functionality of the human foot to stand, walk, run, and perform. Visit https://checkout.peluva.com/MUSCLEMAVEN and use the the code MUSCLEMAVEN For 10% off your first pair! Join the conversation - leave a comment on the podcast, share the episode on social media, or leave a comment, topic idea, or question on the website: https://musclescienceforwomen.com/contact Or send a voice message here and they may play it on the pod! https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/468952/1/3h8gyc5cfc71vsbu Check out the MSW Substack here: https://musclescienceforwomen.substack.com Learn about all of the MSW training programs here: https://musclescienceforwomen.com/programs Subscribe to the new YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@musclescienceforwomen
In this episode, we discuss how to recover smarter, manage pain and stay athletic for the long haul. We break down sleep, training volume, cold plunges, sauna, stretching and myofascial release, while explaining why pain is not always coming from the area where you feel it.We also discuss how excessive training can hurt motivation and recovery, why athletes need to create and release tension, and how better body awareness can help you move, perform and feel better.#PowerProject #Recovery #Mobility #MyofascialRelease #AthleticPerformanceSpecial perks for our listeners below!
Dr. Brad Bellard is a board-certified Sports Medicine physician at CommonSpirit's The Sports Center. He has served as a physician for multiple professional sports teams, including his current role as assistant team physician for the Denver Broncos and his prior role as assistant team physician for the Dallas Mavericks. Whether working with elite pros or everyday fitness enthusiasts, his goal is to help active individuals safely accelerate recovery, break performance plateaus, and optimize their physical health. In his clinical practice, he utilizes cutting-edge regenerative medicine and minimally invasive procedures that help patients avoid the burden of surgery and return to the lifestyle they enjoy. In this episode, sports medicine physician Dr. Brad Bellard breaks down how high performers can prevent and recover from injury—covering rotator cuff and tendon overuse, regenerative treatments like BMAC and PRP, plantar fasciitis, lessons from pro athletes, and why sleep is the ultimate performance multiplier. RESOURCES: Learn more about Dr. Brad Bellard here: https://www.mountain.commonspirit.org/provider-search/bradford-bellard-md Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Meet Dr. Brad Bellard, sports medicine physician 01:26 – Sponsor: Peluva Shoes ad 03:13 – Why recovery matters most 07:21 – Rotator cuff injuries from repetitive weightlifting 10:54 – Warming up vs. stretching before workouts 13:58 – What is bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC)? 16:34 – Case studies: BMAC saves a knee and a hamstring 18:19 – PRP explained and how it differs from BMAC 21:03 – How BMAC is collected: the in-office procedure 23:17 – Calcific tendonitis and in-office debridement 24:54 – Most common cases: tendonitis vs. arthritis 28:38 – Pro athlete mindset: lessons from Broncos and Mavericks 32:24 – What else drives arthritis: genetics, hormones, nutrition 34:58 – Tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, and when to get PRP 40:41 – Treating plantar fasciitis and ankle mobility 44:22 – Sponsor: Higher Coaching, app, and retreats 49:13 – Physical therapy first: fixing the root cause 50:05 – Common threads: pro athletes vs. everyday gym-goers 52:36 – Why sleep is the ultimate performance multiplier WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!
Bryan Johnson was diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis in 2026, and within a day the internet had already decided it was his vegan diet — I don't think it's that simple. In this episode I break down what autoimmune gastritis actually is, why Bryan's own data (crashed ferritin, failed iron absorption, a second autoimmune condition since he was 21) points to something deeper than food alone, and why both sides of this argument — "it's the diet" and "diet has nothing to do with it" — are missing the real pattern. I walk through the genetics-plus-environment framework behind autoimmune disease, compare Bryan's lifestyle against how humans have lived for most of our history — sun exposure, food sourcing, community, caloric rhythm — and lay out the specific changes I'd make instead, most of which don't cost you anything. If you've ever wondered whether optimizing your health can go too far, this one's for you. Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Peluva! Peluva makes minimalist shoes to support optimal foot, back and joint health. I started wearing Peluvas several months ago, and I haven't worn regular shoes since. I encourage you to consider trading your sneakers or training shoes for a pair of Peluvas, and then watch the health of your feet and lower back improve while reducing your risk of injury. To learn more about why I love Peluva barefoot shoes, check out my in-depth review: https://michaelkummer.com/health/peluva-review/ And use code MICHAEL to get 10% off your first pair: https://michaelkummer.com/go/peluva Learn More: 2: 8 Key Primal Shifts for Ancestral Living: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/8-key-primal-shifts-for-ancestral-living/ 59: Paleo, Keto, Carnivore [Navigating Dietary Changes as a Family]: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/59-paleo-keto-carnivore-navigating-dietary-changes-as-a-family/ In this episode: 00:00 Intro 02:37 Health optimization gone too far 03:02 Diagnosis facts and markers 06:08 Genes, diet, and autoimmunity 08:32 What we know and don't 10:28 Against nature comparison 13:45 Risk factors with data 15:34 Ferritin red flags 17:47 A better primal blueprint 19:33 Final thoughts Find me on social media for more health and wellness content: Website: https://michaelkummer.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelKummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primalshiftpodcast/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/michaelkummer/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/mkummer82 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmichaelkummer/ [Medical Disclaimer] The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician before starting a fitness regimen, adding supplements to your diet, or making other changes that may affect your medications, treatment plan, or overall health. [Affiliate Disclaimer] I earn affiliate commissions from some of the brands and products I review on this channel. While that doesn't change my editorial integrity, it helps make this channel happen. If you'd like to support me, please use my affiliate links or discount code.
How often do you mistake the story in your head for the truth? In this deeply insightful coaching session, Christine works with Shannon, who has spent much of her life feeling like she's waiting for people to leave her. Growing up with a mother struggling with severe mental illness and a father who was absent for most of her life due to incarceration, Shannon learned to survive by becoming hypervigilant. Now, as an adult, those same survival strategies show up in her closest relationships. A small comment from her partner becomes evidence that he's leaving. A text message that goes unanswered becomes proof she's being rejected. A misunderstanding quickly spirals into a painful story about not being enough. Together, Christine and Shannon explore anxious attachment, abandonment wounds, childhood survival strategies, and one of the most powerful communication tools you can use to interrupt emotional spirals before they damage your relationships. Christine reminds us that message sent is not always message received—and that many of the stories we create during moments of fear have far more to do with our past than with what's actually happening in the present. If you've ever caught yourself assuming the worst, overthinking someone's words, or convincing yourself that people are pulling away without real evidence, this episode will help you slow down, seek clarity, and respond from your adult self instead of your wounded inner child. Press play to learn how changing one simple phrase can transform your relationships—and your peace of mind. Consider / Ask Yourself Do you often assume the worst when someone says or does something unexpected? Are you making decisions based on facts—or on stories your fear is creating? Do you struggle to know whether you're truly being hurt or simply being triggered? What would change if you asked for clarity instead of making assumptions? Key Insights and A-Ha's Childhood abandonment wounds can create hypervigilance in adult relationships. Survival strategies that once protected you may now be creating distance from the people you love. Triggers often distort reality, causing us to assign meaning that was never intended. Vulnerability creates connection; assumptions create isolation. Healthy relationships require clarification—not mind reading. How to Deepen the Work Practice using the phrases: "The story I'm making up in my head is..." and "What I'm making this mean is..."before reacting. Notice when your nervous system jumps to worst-case scenarios and pause before taking action. Give trusted people the opportunity to clarify their intentions before assuming rejection. Remember that seeking clarification is an act of self-advocacy, not weakness. Resources Mentioned in This Episode One-on-One Coaching with Christine Christine shares that she's opening additional one-on-one coaching spots, returning to what she calls "the basics"—real human connection, personalized guidance, and transformational coaching. To learn more, email: Jill@ChristineHassler.com Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares why she loves Peluva, a five-toe minimalist shoe designed to support natural foot movement, strengthen the feet, and provide all-day comfort. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Shop Peluva through Christine's link Social Media + Resources: Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner Christine on Facebook Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler @ChristineHassler on Twitter @ChristineHassler on Instagram @SacredUnionCouples on Instagram Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on any of my services! Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show! Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches!
Jimmy House returns to the Power Project four years after first sharing his ambition to pursue something bigger. Now performing as CJ Valor on WWE Evolve, Jimmy explains how he went from jiu-jitsu black belt and strength coach to earning a WWE developmental contract.Jimmy breaks down the unexpected phone call from WWE, being passed over for his original tryout, suffering two major knee injuries and deciding to take the long route through independent professional wrestling. He also shares what he learned training under Dustin Rhodes, preparing for the WWE tryout, developing his character, cutting promos and performing in front of a live audience.The conversation explores the physical toll of professional wrestling, balancing strength training with recovery, advice from AJ Styles, working with Timothy Thatcher and the level of athleticism inside the WWE Performance Center.More importantly, Jimmy explains how wrestling forced him to confront fear, improve his communication and become more confident in who he is. He also reveals his ultimate goal: to give children the same feeling of hope and excitement that Goldberg and John Cena gave him growing up.This is a conversation about patience, faith, reinvention and earning an opportunity that took four years to reach.Follow: @JIMMY_HOUSE Special perks for our listeners below!
Wendy Strgar, recently named to the 2025 Forbes 50 Over 50 Innovation List, is an award-winning entrepreneur and the founder of Good Clean Love and Vaginal Biome Science. She pioneered BioMatched® technology, applying biomimicry to develop safer, science-based products that support vaginal health. As both CIO and CEO, Wendy has led groundbreaking research on the vaginal microbiome and helped influence FDA standards—making her a true innovator in women's health. In this episode, Wendy Stregar of Good Clean Love breaks down the science of the vaginal microbiome, exposing common product ingredients that harm it and sharing how her new telehealth platform, biomimicry-based products, and vaginal estradiol insights help women fix chronic BV, yeast infections, and painful sex. RESOURCES: Learn more about Wendy Strgar here: https://www.wendystrgar.com/ Instagram: @wendy.strgar @goodcleanlove Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 0:00 – Meet Wendy Strgar 2:27 – Sponsor: Peluva Shoes ad 4:15 – Gut, oral, and vaginal microbiome basics 8:56 – Women's health's 5% research problem 10:17 – Funding Vaginal Biome Science and misdiagnosis 12:47 – The K-Y/Astroglide propylene glycol problem 14:51 – pH, odor, and healthy bacteria basics 17:32 – Launching Good Clean Clinical Care 19:57 – Vaginal estradiol and why the carrier matters 22:23 – Telemedicine platform and doctor access 26:50 – Good Clean Love at Target, Walmart, and the Reset 28:44 – Crispatus and racial disparities in birth outcomes 33:04 – Cancer treatment and vaginal health 36:24 – Clitoral anatomy and nerve endings 40:14 – The three-step biomimicry method 49:16 – Higher Coaching, app, and retreats 54:23 – Breaking the recurring BV, yeast, and UTI cycle 1:02:21 – Probiotics, cost, and the orgasm gap 1:04:02 – Orgasm science, scent, and arousal WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!
What happens when the person you've always been no longer feels like the person you're becoming? In this deeply thoughtful coaching session, Christine works with Gihan, who is navigating the space between her cultural and familial identity and the life her soul feels called to create. Living with her mother in Cairo, Gihan has been on a healing journey that has challenged old patterns of people-pleasing and encouraged her to question what she truly wants. She feels drawn toward a simpler life—possibly living abroad, spending more time near the beach, and creating a life that feels authentic to her. But that desire brings up a difficult question: Does she genuinely want a different life, or is she simply trying to escape the discomfort of becoming a different version of herself? As Christine and Gihan explore that question, the conversation moves into belonging, identity, family, spirituality, and the tension that can arise when your soul seems to be pulling you in a direction that looks different from the life, culture, or expectations you were born into. Christine offers an important reframe: transformation doesn't always have to be an either/or decision. Sometimes the path forward is both/and—honoring where you came from while also remaining loyal to where your soul is leading you. If you've ever felt caught between who you've been and who you're becoming, questioned whether following your truth means leaving something—or someone—behind, or struggled to honor both your spirituality and your humanity, this conversation will resonate. Press play to discover how you can follow your soul without abandoning the human parts of you that still need belonging, compassion, and connection. Consider / Ask Yourself Do you feel caught between the identity you've always known and the person you're becoming? Are you questioning whether a desire for change is intuition—or an attempt to escape discomfort? Do you fear that choosing your own path could cost you belonging, connection, or approval? Where are you thinking in either/or terms when a both/and approach may be possible? Key Insights and A-Ha's Transformation often requires a period of not fully knowing who you're becoming. Choosing a different path can activate a primal fear of losing belonging. Your soul's desires and your human needs don't have to be mutually exclusive. Spiritual growth doesn't require bypassing difficult human emotions like judgment, fear, jealousy, or uncertainty. Authenticity isn't about becoming a perfect version of yourself—it's about becoming more genuine. Our judgments can become powerful teachers when we get curious about what they're reflecting back to us. How to Deepen the Work Notice when you're framing a decision as either/or and ask whether there's a both/and possibility. When judgment arises, practice acknowledging it without shame and asking what it may be showing you about yourself. Offer compassion to the human parts of you that feel afraid when your soul calls you toward something unfamiliar. Give yourself permission to be in the middle of transformation without needing to immediately define your new identity. Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares why she loves Peluva, a minimalist five-toe shoe designed to encourage natural foot movement while providing cushioning for everyday movement, fitness, and athletic activities. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Shop Peluva through Christine's link Social Media + Resources: Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner Christine on Facebook Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler @ChristineHassler on Twitter @ChristineHassler on Instagram @SacredUnionCouples on Instagram Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on any of my services! Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show! Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches!
My testosterone is 312 ng/dL. By most standards, that's low. But instead of panicking, I sat down and asked myself a simple question: is it actually a problem? In this episode, I walk through my own testosterone journey from TRT and hCG to where I've landed today, and why I'm not rushing to fix a number just because it's low. I look at the tradeoffs I've noticed between higher and lower T: appetite, libido, resting heart rate, HRV, even risk-taking. I also lay out the honest self-assessment I think everyone should run before reaching for a prescription: are your energy, strength, body composition, and drive actually suffering, or are you just reacting to a lab result? This isn't a case against TRT. It's a case for knowing why you're doing it before you start. Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Peluva! Peluva makes minimalist shoes to support optimal foot, back and joint health. I started wearing Peluvas several months ago, and I haven't worn regular shoes since. I encourage you to consider trading your sneakers or training shoes for a pair of Peluvas, and then watch the health of your feet and lower back improve while reducing your risk of injury. To learn more about why I love Peluva barefoot shoes, check out my in-depth review: https://michaelkummer.com/health/peluva-review/ And use code MICHAEL to get 10% off your first pair: https://michaelkummer.com/go/peluva Learn More: 32: Testosterone Replacement Therapy: The One Downside Nobody Talks About: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/32-testosterone-replacement-therapy-the-one-downside-nobody-talks-about/ 65: Why Testosterone Affects Your Drive to Do Hard Things: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/65-why-testosterone-affects-your-drive-to-do-hard-things/ 83: Understanding Testosterone Production: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/83-understanding-testosterone-production/ In this episode: 00:00 Intro 00:53 TRT journey and exit 02:27 Do symptoms even matter 03:51 Honest self-assessment 05:41 High T tradeoffs 06:52 Heart metrics and HRV 08:03 Risk taking and aging 10:03 Lifestyle limits and costs 12:48 Genetics and final thoughts Find me on social media for more health and wellness content: Website: https://michaelkummer.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelKummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primalshiftpodcast/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/michaelkummer/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/mkummer82 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmichaelkummer/ [Medical Disclaimer] The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician before starting a fitness regimen, adding supplements to your diet, or making other changes that may affect your medications, treatment plan, or overall health. [Affiliate Disclaimer] I earn affiliate commissions from some of the brands and products I review on this channel. While that doesn't change my editorial integrity, it helps make this channel happen. If you'd like to support me, please use my affiliate links or discount code.
Bill Parisi breaks down why strength training alone won't make you athletic—and how too much predictable, sagittal-plane training may contribute to stiffness and injury. We get into fascia, connective tissue, breathing, tissue preparation, pulsing stiffness, and why the best athletes have to create and release tension in milliseconds. Bill also shares the 15-minute warmup system he says gets a 98% success rate with athletes of any age.Special perks for our listeners below!
Ariana Thacker is a chemical engineer, venture capitalist, and the founder and CEO of MoldCo, a health-tech platform addressing mold toxicity. After co-founding Conscience VC to invest in science-driven startups, Ariana launched MoldCo, inspired by her own health journey. Today, she leverages her technical expertise and investing background to pioneer data-driven, empathetic solutions for overlooked healthcare and environmental challenges. In this episode, chemical engineer Ariana Thacker, founder of MoldCo, breaks down how to test for mold exposure at home and in your body, why genetics (HLA haplotype) determine who actually gets sick, and how her company's affordable, virtual Shoemaker-protocol care gets 90%+ of patients significantly better. RESOURCES: Learn more about Ariana here: https://www.moldco.com/ Instagram: @themoldcompany Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Intro: Mold Toxicity & Guest Ariana Thacker 01:43 – Sponsor: Peluva Shoes Ad 03:30 – Interview Begins: Ariana's Mold Journey 04:21 – Her Symptoms: Brain Fog, GI Issues, Fatigue, Hair Loss 06:07 – Finding the Shoemaker Protocol & Key Biomarkers 06:43 – Founding MoldCo & the Scale of the Problem 08:30 – Why Doctors Miss Mold-Related Illness 10:47 – MoldCo's 3-Step Approach: Test, Diagnose, Treat 12:29 – Why Not Everyone Gets Sick: HLA Genetics 14:17 – Host's Story: Mold Hiding in a Client's Car 16:20 – Patient Outcomes: Symptoms & Recovery Rates 17:36 – Treatment Protocol: Meds, Supplements & Diet 18:46 – Environmental Warning Signs & Testing Methods 23:14 – Finding a Qualified Mold Inspector 25:04 – Industry Gaps & Wasted Money on Bad Care 26:40 – Higher Coaching, App & Retreats 31:41 – Cost, HSA/FSA & Insurance Coverage Push 33:49 – Getting Started with MoldCo Testing 35:49 – Dr. Shoemaker's Research & CIRS Origins WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!
I'm 44, running multiple businesses, homeschooling my kids, and managing a 45-acre homestead. And I'm in better shape now than I was a decade ago. Not because I have more time. I don't. But because I stopped relying on motivation and built systems that work regardless of how I feel on any given day. In this episode, I walk you through the six pillars I use to stay in peak health during the busiest chapter of my life: nutrition anchored in animal protein, strength that comes from living and working on a farm, conditioning built into daily movement, sleep treated as the foundation rather than an afterthought, light exposure that keeps my circadian rhythm locked in, and nervous system regulation that emerges from lifestyle rather than added protocols. None of these are complicated. The power is in stacking them consistently until they require no decision-making at all. If you've been waiting for life to calm down before you get healthy — this episode is for you. Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Peluva! Peluva makes minimalist shoes to support optimal foot, back and joint health. I started wearing Peluvas several months ago, and I haven't worn regular shoes since. I encourage you to consider trading your sneakers or training shoes for a pair of Peluvas, and then watch the health of your feet and lower back improve while reducing your risk of injury. To learn more about why I love Peluva barefoot shoes, check out my in-depth review: https://michaelkummer.com/health/peluva-review/ And use code MICHAEL to get 10% off your first pair: https://michaelkummer.com/go/peluva Learn More: 23: Zane Griggs: How to Kick Ass As You Get Older: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/zane-griggs-how-to-kick-ass-as-you-get-older/ In this episode: 00:00 Intro 05:12 Defaults beat willpower 06:31 Pillar one: Protein meals 09:46 Pillar two: Strength 12:23 Pillar three: Conditioning 13:54 Pillar four: Sleep 16:39 Pillar five: Light 17:46 Pillar six: Regulation 19:47 Stack systems and start 21:46 Final thoughts Find me on social media for more health and wellness content: Website: https://michaelkummer.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelKummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primalshiftpodcast/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/michaelkummer/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/mkummer82 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmichaelkummer/ [Medical Disclaimer] The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician before starting a fitness regimen, adding supplements to your diet, or making other changes that may affect your medications, treatment plan, or overall health. [Affiliate Disclaimer] I earn affiliate commissions from some of the brands and products I review on this channel. While that doesn't change my editorial integrity, it helps make this channel happen. If you'd like to support me, please use my affiliate links or discount code.
Brian Kula took Nsima and me through a full speed session, then broke down the principles he has used with elite athletes, including Christian McCaffrey. We talk about why speed should be the priority, how to return to sprinting without getting hurt, why the best athletes still master the basics, and how rhythm, recovery, foot strength, and smarter weight-room training build real athleticism.Special perks for our listeners below!
Zane Griggs joins me to challenge some of the most rigid beliefs surrounding carbohydrates, keto, carnivore, and metabolic health. We break down his experience with high blood sugar, low thyroid, poor sleep, and under-fueling—and discuss why better health may require more flexibility and less loyalty to a particular diet.Follow Zane:Website: ZaneGriggs.comInstagram: @ZaneGriggsFitnessFree metabolic health guide: ZaneGriggs.com/freeguideSpecial perks for our listeners below!
Jason Sonners is a chiropractor specializing in functional medicine. He holds a Phd in molecular biology with focus in regenerative medicine. Jason owns and operates 2 clinics with his wife Melissa in the North East. He lives in mMiami, with Melissa and 3 kids, mostly teaching lecturing and consulting for other businesses. In this episode, Dr. Jason Sonners joins Tara to unpack how the health optimization world's obsession with stacking supplements, peptides, cold plunges, and biohacking gadgets can backfire without understanding hormesis, foundational health pillars, and when targeted therapies actually make sense. RESOURCES: Learn more about Jason here: http://hbotusa.com Instagram: @hbotusa Check out Dr. Sonners books here: - Oxygen under Pressure: https://amzn.to/43OS0YM - The Art and Science of Hyperbaric Medicine: https://amzn.to/4jDGa9w Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 0:00 – Intro 1:08 – Meet Dr. Jason Sonners 2:04 – Sponsor: Peluva Shoes Ad 3:51 – Interview Begins: Jason's PhD Journey 4:40 – What Is "Wellness Maxing"? 7:11 – Biohacking's "Be Better" Trap 11:01 – Hawaii's Low-Tech Healthy Elders 12:50 – Bryan Johnson & the Tech Age of Wellness 15:50 – Joshua Tree: Sauna in the Desert 21:00 – Introducing Hormesis 22:02 – Hormesis Explained: The Stress Bell Curve 29:46 – "Just Tell Me What to Do" Trap 31:33 – Foundational vs. Targeted Therapies 32:24 – The Peptide Craze 34:36 – Jason's 5 Foundational Health Pillars 37:01 – Next-Tier Therapies: Contrast, PEMF, Grounding 39:23 – Universal Needs vs. Your Genetics (MTHFR) 41:45 – Host Segment: Coaching, App & Retreats 46:41 – PEMF and Sound as Health Inputs 51:39 – Exercise Variety & Periodization 55:01 – What Worries Jason About Biohacking 57:16 – 3 Sources of Stress: Chemical, Physical, Emotional 1:00:38 – Success Stories: Longevity & Dementia WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!
How do you protect your child without living in constant fear? In this deeply compassionate coaching session, Christine works with Shelley, whose journey through chronic illness, mold toxicity, Lyme disease, fertility challenges, and becoming a new mother has left her feeling trapped in a cycle of hypervigilance around environmental toxins. What began as a genuine desire to keep her daughter safe has slowly become an exhausting mental prison. Every trip to the grocery store feels overwhelming. Every product label raises questions. Every social media post from health experts seems to introduce a new threat. Instead of enjoying motherhood, Shelley finds herself consumed by worry and worst-case scenarios. As Christine gently unpacks the deeper layers beneath the anxiety, a powerful truth emerges: Shelley's hypervigilance isn't the problem—it's a protective part of her that developed after years of trauma, illness, and uncertainty. Together they explore Parts Work (Internal Family Systems), nervous system regulation, motherhood, chronic illness recovery, intuition, and the difference between living from awareness versus living from fear. If you've ever found yourself obsessing over health, constantly researching the next thing to worry about, or feeling like your mind has become consumed by trying to control the uncontrollable, this episode offers a compassionate path back to peace. Press play to discover how trusting yourself—and allowing love to become louder than fear—can help you step out of survival mode and back into your life. Consider / Ask Yourself Do you spend so much time trying to protect yourself or your loved ones that it's difficult to enjoy the present moment? Has your search for health information become a source of anxiety instead of empowerment? Are you constantly scanning for what could go wrong instead of appreciating what is going well? What would change if you trusted your intuition more than your fear? Key Insights and A-Ha's Hypervigilance is often a protective response born from trauma—not a character flaw. Information becomes overwhelming when fear is driving the search for certainty. You don't need to eliminate your protective parts—you can simply give them a new role. Awareness is empowering; obsession is exhausting. Raising your inner sense of safety can be just as important as reducing external risks. How to Deepen the Work Notice when your protective part is taking over and gently thank it for trying to keep you safe. Limit exposure to fear-based content that keeps your nervous system activated. Spend intentional time strengthening the parts of yourself that feel creative, joyful, intuitive, and present. Practice speaking words of trust, health, and resilience over yourself and your loved ones. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares why she loves Peluva, a minimalist five-toe shoe designed to strengthen the feet, encourage natural movement, and support overall foot health. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Visit: peluva.com Social Media + Resources: Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner Christine on Facebook Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler @ChristineHassler on Twitter @ChristineHassler on Instagram @SacredUnionCouples on Instagram Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on any of my services! Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show! Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches!
If you've spent any time in a gym, you've heard it: you need carbs to build muscle. It's gospel. Every bro coach and most personal trainers will tell you the same thing. The problem is it's not actually true. And my guest this week is living proof. Robert Sikes is a pro natural bodybuilder who has been ketogenic for 11 years, eating fewer than 20 grams of carbs a day the entire time. No rice, no grains, no oatmeal, none of the stuff bodybuilders are supposed to live on. And he competes and wins on the world stage. In 2023 he got down to 3.9% body fat, making him the leanest man on earth at the time. He's also the founder of Keto Brick, a shelf-stable high-fat food he originally created for his own competition prep because nothing like it existed. In this episode, we get into the carb and muscle myth, what 11 years of keto has actually done to his blood work, and the tradeoffs nobody on social media wants to talk about. The argument for carbs usually comes down to insulin, which is a powerful anabolic agent. Everything grows in the presence of insulin, muscle included. But as Sikes lays out, you don't need excess insulin to build muscle. You need a caloric surplus, enough protein, enough training intensity, and enough recovery. The rest is just body fat you'll have to lose later, and the athletes chasing muscle through exogenous insulin often pay a steep price for it. The same myth applies to testosterone. People assume Sikes must be running sky-high levels to look the way he does, but he isn't. He competes in natural federations that don't allow TRT, and his testosterone typically sits between 400 and 600. When he was at 3.9% body fat, it dropped to 87. That's not a level anyone would call healthy, but it proves you don't need elevated testosterone to build and hold muscle. I've experimented with TRT myself and walked away from it, and we get into why the negative feedback loop made it not worth it for either of us. Where the conversation really opens up is the philosophical side. When do you intervene and when do you accept what nature gave you? We talk about genetics versus lifestyle, why he doesn't try to cheat death, and why an athlete's identity shouldn't be wrapped up in their physical abilities, because we're all biodegradable vessels of meat and bone that eventually deteriorate. His whole family eats this way too, including his kids, whose first real food was a beef knuckle bone rather than rice cereal. About Robert Sikes: Robert Sikes is a lifetime natural competitive bodybuilder and CEO of Keto Brick, who traded traditional bro-dieting for a strict ketogenic approach back in 2014 after developing disordered eating on a high-carb protocol. Since making the switch, he earned his WNBF pro status and became the leanest man in the world in 2023. He now dedicates his work to coaching others through his Savage System program and fueling performance through his Keto Brick — a 1,000-calorie ketogenic meal he originally created for his own contest prep. Website: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/savage-perspectivepodcast/id1169900822 Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Peluva! Peluva makes minimalist shoes to support optimal foot, back and joint health. I started wearing Peluvas several months ago, and I haven't worn regular shoes since. I encourage you to consider trading your sneakers or training shoes for a pair of Peluvas, and then watch the health of your feet and lower back improve while reducing your risk of injury. To learn more about why I love Peluva barefoot shoes, check out my in-depth review: https://michaelkummer.com/health/peluva-review/ And use code MICHAEL to get 10% off your first pair: https://michaelkummer.com/go/peluva In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:42 Building muscle without carbs 05:02 Insulin, anabolism, and keto 07:53 Testosterone, TRT, and HRT 22:10 Injuries, identity, and aging 30:37 Balancing keto with real life 33:41 Raising a ketogenic family 35:52 Bloodwork, diet, and long-term competing 44:07 Keto Brick and fueling performance 47:41 Wrap Up Find me on social media for more health and wellness content: Website: https://michaelkummer.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelKummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primalshiftpodcast/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/michaelkummer/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/mkummer82 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmichaelkummer/ [Medical Disclaimer] The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician before starting a fitness regimen, adding supplements to your diet, or making other changes that may affect your medications, treatment plan, or overall health. [Affiliate Disclaimer] I earn affiliate commissions from some of the brands and products I review on this channel. While that doesn't change my editorial integrity, it helps make this channel happen. If you'd like to support me, please use my affiliate links or discount code.
Many prescription drugs come with a whole host of nasty side effects. But every once in a while, scientists discover that certain medications can unintentionally lead to benefits unrelated to the illness or condition they were originally designed to treat. Today, you're going to learn about the newest example of this phenomenon. Our guest, Dr. William Li, is a physician, scientist, and New York Times bestselling author. He's back on The Model Health Show for a fascinating discussion on the unintended side effects of GLP-1 medications. You're going to hear the latest science on how taking GLP-1 medications can impact cancer rates, cancer recurrence, and so much more. In this conversation, you're going to learn about the history of weight loss drugs like GLP-1s. You'll learn the science behind how they work, as well as their positive and negative side effects. Specifically, Dr. Li is sharing cutting-edge science on the complex relationship between cancer and GLP-1s. You'll hear the three ways that GLP-1s can improve cancer outcomes, plus how to support your body's natural GLP-1 production. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Dr. William Li! In this episode you'll discover: The side effects of GLP-1 medications. (3:32) Why GLP-1 medications were created and how their use has evolved. (5:18) What a Gila monster is and what is has to do with GLP-1s. (7:27) The interesting history of weight loss drugs. (10:14) How many Americans have used or are using GLP-1s. (11:42) The effect that GLP-1s have on cardiovascular health. (12:53) What angiogenesis is and its relationship to GLP-1 receptors. (14:11) The four types of cancer that GLP-1s can prevent from spreading. (18:53) How GLP-1s reduce rates of cancer recurrence. (20:44) The preventative effect of GLP-1s on breast cancer. (24:16) Why medications and their side effects are nuanced. (26:02) How fat cells function like an organ. (35:53) What this new science can teach us about how our bodies work. (42:00) The importance of having healthy gut bacteria. (51:49) How to support your body's natural GLP-1 production. (55:49) The health benefits of cacao. (1:00:17) Items mentioned in this episode include: Peluva.com/model - Most shoes weaken your feet—these rebuild them. Peluva barefoot shoes are designed to restore natural movement, improve strength, and support long-term health. Get 15% off with code MODEL. Piquelife.com/model - Doctor-approved, cutting-edge solutions for your head-to-toe health and beauty transformation. Get exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions. Eat to Beat Disease by Dr. William Li - Read the New York Times Bestseller! Eat to Beat Your Diet by Dr. William Li - Learn how to heal your metabolism! Connect with Dr. William Li Website / Facebook / Instagram / YouTube Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes: Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Peluva and Pique. Most shoes weaken your feet—these rebuild them. Peluva barefoot shoes are designed to restore natural movement, improve strength, and support long-term health. Get 15% off with code MODEL at peluva.com/model. Elevate your daily ritual with cutting-edge, doctor-approved teas designed to support your metabolism, skin, and overall vitality. Unlock exclusive savings on bundles and subscriptions at piquelife.com/model.
Dr. Keith Baar joined us to break down why sprinting is largely isometric at top speed, why stretching doesn't reduce injury risk, and how heavy lifting combined with low-load, long-duration isometrics can build stronger, more resilient tendons. We also get into TRT and brittle tendons, BPC-157, collagen with vitamin C, grip strength, and how to balance muscle, speed, and elasticity for performance and longevity.Special perks for our listeners below!
Ric Scalzo began his exploration of herbal and naturopathic medicine in 1980, delving into fields such as Naturopathic Herbal Medicine, Eclectic Herbal Medicine, Ayurvedic Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and various diagnostic methods. He earned a master's degree in Herbal Medicine from the School of Herbal Medicine and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine. After several years of medical practice, Ric founded Gaia Herbs in 1987 and grew Gaia to the most respected and successful herbal company in the country. After selling Gaia in 2019, Ric established the Institute of Botanical Research in Arizona and established CR Medicinal Farms, a regenerative organic farm in Costa Rica. These became the stepping stones for his new adventure called Kokora, a herbal products company focused on regenerative organic cultivation with a mission to "create the finest herbal remedies that promote health and vitality for all". Celebrated for his pioneering work in Herbal Medicine and his dedication to preserving herbal integrity for over four decades, Ric continues to innovate in the field and plays a key role in integrating regenerative agriculture with herbal medicine. In this episode, Ric Scalzo explores how regenerative herbal farming, constitution‑based botanical formulas, and aligned sleep practices can radically upgrade immune resilience, metabolic health, and inner‑outer environment regeneration. RESOURCES: Learn more about Ric and Kokora Life here: http://kokoralife.com Instagram: @kokoralife Check out our previous episode with Ric here: https://www.taragarrison.com/blog/ricscalzo Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Ric Scalzo bio and herbal medicine journey. 00:30 – Founding Gaia Herbs and moving into regenerative farming. 00:59 – Why Ric's research farm and regenerative agriculture matter. 02:01 – New regenerative agriculture courses and Kokora Life. 02:32 – Sponsor: Peluva barefoot shoes story and offer. 04:19 – Interview begins: welcoming Ric back and setting the stage. 05:07 – Life in Costa Rica and fruit‑tree sanctuary. 05:59 – Turning a sugarcane monocrop into a regenerative organic farm. 07:04 – Soil microbiology, nutrient density, and immune resilience. 08:47 – Environmental toxins, plastics, and depleted soils as a "double whammy." 11:02 – Why regenerative agriculture is essential for diversity and life. 13:02 – Soil diversity, multiple crops, and gut microbiome parallels. 23:31 – Ric's clinical background, diagnostic methods, and constitutional herbal formulas. 28:33 – Mast cells, allergies, and Total Defense immune support philosophy. 31:24 – Immune stressors, nasal turbinates, silent onset, and inflammation research. 36:06 – Quick Response vs Total Defense: timing the immune "war." 36:06 – Higher Coaching, app, retreats, and lab‑based work. 41:43 – Sleep, circadian rhythm, angel train metaphor, and latency vs maintenance. 49:51 – Golden Milk Bliss, ojas, sattva, and nighttime nervous‑system support. 53:07 – Why to support Kokora and what regenerative agriculture provides. WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!
Have you ever felt like you've done all the inner work... yet one fear refuses to leave? In this compassionate and eye-opening coaching session, Christine works with Ilaria, who has spent years in therapy, practicing breathwork, nervous system regulation, and inner child healing. Yet one fear continues to consume her: the overwhelming fear of losing her parents. As she approaches her mid-thirties and begins thinking about creating a life of her own—finding a partner, becoming more independent, and stepping into her future—the fear grows even stronger. Why? Because underneath the anxiety isn't simply a fear of loss. It's a younger part of her that believes worrying is the only way to protect the people she loves. Christine introduces Ilaria to the powerful framework of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Parts Work, helping her recognize that this fear isn't all of who she is—it's one protective part that's been trying to keep her safe since childhood. Together they explore acceptance, self-compassion, nervous system healing, and why sometimes the greatest breakthrough comes not from trying harder to fix ourselves, but from changing how we relate to the parts of us that are hurting. If you've ever felt trapped by anxiety, worried constantly about the people you love, or wondered why years of healing haven't made a particular fear disappear, this episode offers a deeply hopeful new perspective. Press play to discover how accepting your fear—rather than fighting it—may be the very thing that finally brings you peace. Consider / Ask Yourself Is there a fear you've been trying to eliminate for years without success? Do you constantly worry about losing the people you love? Have you confused your anxiety with your identity? Could one protective part of you be trying to keep you safe in the only way it knows how? Key Insights and A-Ha's Anxiety doesn't define you—it may simply be one protective part of your inner world. Healing isn't always about eliminating fear; sometimes it's about changing your relationship to it. Love and fear often become intertwined, making it difficult to experience one without the other. Parts Work (IFS) helps create compassion for protective patterns instead of fighting against them. Nothing truly heals through judgment—acceptance creates space for transformation. How to Deepen the Work Notice when fear shows up, and gently ask yourself, "Which part of me is speaking right now?" Practice separating your identity from your anxious thoughts: "This is a part of me, not all of me." Explore Parts Work or Internal Family Systems with a trained practitioner if this approach resonates. Allow yourself to fully experience love without assuming fear must always accompany it. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares why she loves Peluva, a minimalist five-toe shoe designed to strengthen the feet, encourage natural movement, and improve overall foot health. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Visit: peluva.com Internal Family Systems (IFS) Christine recommends learning more about Parts Work (Internal Family Systems) and references her previous podcast conversation with Richard Schwartz, the founder of IFS, along with his book: No Bad Parts These resources offer a deeper understanding of how protective parts shape our emotional lives and how compassion can create lasting healing. Social Media + Resources: Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner Christine on Facebook Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler @ChristineHassler on Twitter @ChristineHassler on Instagram @SacredUnionCouples on Instagram Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on any of my services! Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show! Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches!
On this episode of Mark Bell's Power Project, Andrew Koutnik joins us to break down why exercise doesn't automatically make you immune to diabetes, insulin resistance, or blood sugar problems.We get into how fit athletes can still develop prediabetes, why carbohydrates and fats can become a problem when they're overconsumed together, and why your blood work can tell a very different story than how you look or how hard you train.Follow: @andrewkoutnikphd www.andrewkoutnik.comSpecial perks for our listeners below!
Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of suicide, the loss of a child, emotional abuse, and narcissistic relationship dynamics. Please care for yourself and listen only if it feels supportive. What do you do when you're grieving the unimaginable... and someone you once trusted continues to cause harm in the aftermath? In this profoundly moving coaching session, Christine sits down with Mary, whose teenage son died by suicide just nine months ago. As she navigates the heartbreaking reality of losing her child, Mary finds herself confronting another devastating challenge: discovering that her ex-husband has publicly misrepresented their son's cause of death while using his memory to promote a charitable foundation. For years, Mary lived in fear of speaking her truth during an emotionally abusive marriage. Now, she's faced with a painful question: Can she find the courage to use her voice—not from anger or revenge, but from love, integrity, and a desire to honor her son's legacy? Together, Christine and Mary explore grief, trauma, narcissistic abuse, reclaiming personal power, and the delicate balance between seeking justice and protecting your own peace. Their conversation is a powerful reminder that healing doesn't require silence—and that telling the truth can be an act of profound love. Whether you've experienced deep loss, struggled to find your voice after an abusive relationship, or wondered how to move forward when life feels unbearably unfair, this episode offers compassion, validation, and hope. Press play to hear a courageous conversation about honoring truth, reclaiming your voice, and allowing both grief and joy to coexist. Consider / Ask Yourself Have you ever stayed silent because you were afraid of someone else's reaction? Do you struggle to trust your own voice after experiencing manipulation or emotional abuse? Are you carrying grief while also trying to rebuild your life? Can you allow yourself to experience moments of joy without feeling guilty? Key Insights and A-Ha's Grief and joy are not opposites—they can exist together. Years of emotional abuse can disconnect you from your own inner knowing. Speaking your truth doesn't require anger; it can come from love and integrity. Healing often begins when we stop abandoning our own voice. You are not responsible for another person's choices, but you are responsible for honoring your own truth. How to Deepen the Work Notice where fear may still be preventing you from expressing your truth. Practice asking yourself, "What feels true for me?" before seeking external validation. Allow yourself to receive support from trusted friends, professionals, or your community. Remember that choosing joy does not diminish your love for someone you've lost. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares why she recommends Peluva, a minimalist five-toe shoe designed to support natural foot movement, comfort, and long-term foot health. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Visit: peluva.com Seeking Pro Bono Legal Support Mary is currently seeking legal representation regarding the misuse of her son's memory and charitable foundation. If you are an attorney—or know someone who may be willing to assist on a pro bono basis—Christine invites you to contact her team. Email: assist@christinehassler.com Social Media + Resources: Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner Christine on Facebook Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler @ChristineHassler on Twitter @ChristineHassler on Instagram @SacredUnionCouples on Instagram Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on any of my services! Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show! Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches!
In this episode, Mark & Nsima talk about what it really takes to become athletic again — not just stronger, not just bigger, but more capable. We get into sprinting, hopping, shadow boxing, isometrics, why I'm lifting differently now, and how trying new skills can open up your body, your training, and your mindset.Special perks for our listeners below!
Tait Fletcher and Keith Jardine joined us to talk about the brutal overlap between fighting, acting, writing, directing, brain health, creativity, and what it really takes to keep reinventing yourself. We got into Keith's film Kill Me Again, Tait's work in Hollywood, the Chuck Liddell fight, AI, suffering, PTSD, Ibogaine, and why the real win is learning how to keep showing up when the spotlight is gone.Follow Keith Jardine:Instagram: @keithjardine205X: @KeithJardine205Follow Tait Fletcher:Instagram: @taitfletcherPodcast: Pirate Life RadioSpecial perks for our listeners below!
How do you know when it's time to let go of a dream… and when it's time to keep holding on? In this deeply moving coaching session, Christine works with Asa, who has spent the last 18 months wrestling with one of the biggest decisions of her life: whether to have a second child. Her heart longs for another baby—for the chance to experience motherhood again, to give her son a sibling, and to hold onto a season of life she isn't ready to say goodbye to. But her reality tells a different story. Between health challenges, stress in her marriage, financial concerns, aging parents, and feeling emotionally depleted, Asa wonders if the loving choice might actually be to let go of the dream. As the conversation unfolds, Christine gently uncovers something even deeper: perhaps the longing for another child isn't only about another baby. Perhaps it's also a longing to nurture the part of herself that never fully got to be a child. Together they explore emotional depletion, inner child healing, motherhood, grief, and why making major life decisions from exhaustion often leads us further away from ourselves. If you've ever felt stuck in indecision, struggled to trust your intuition, or wondered whether you're yearning for something external that's actually pointing you inward, this episode will offer clarity and compassion. Press play to discover why the most important life you may need to nurture right now is your own. Consider / Ask Yourself Is there a major life decision you've been avoiding because you're afraid of making the "wrong" choice? Are you making decisions from a place of depletion or from a place of wholeness? Do you feel responsible for taking care of everyone else while neglecting yourself? What part of you is asking to be nurtured before you take your next big step? Key Insights and A-Ha's Indecision often creates more emotional exhaustion than making a conscious choice. Sometimes the longing for something external points to an unmet need within. Self-mothering is an essential part of healing—especially for caregivers and parents. Emotional depletion makes it difficult to hear your intuition clearly. The most loving decision is often the one that honors your current capacity, not your expectations. How to Deepen the Work Notice where you're trying to force clarity instead of creating the conditions for clarity to emerge. Ask yourself what your inner child truly needs right now—not what you think you "should" be doing. Create space to replenish your physical, emotional, and relational well-being before making major life decisions. Practice offering yourself the same compassion and care you naturally give to others. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares why she loves Peluva, a minimalist five-toe shoe designed to support natural movement, strengthen the feet, and improve overall comfort. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Visit: peluva.com Social Media + Resources: Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner Christine on Facebook Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler @ChristineHassler on Twitter @ChristineHassler on Instagram @SacredUnionCouples on Instagram Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on any of my services! Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show! Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches!
This may be one of the most important podcasts I've ever shared. Carl Lanore sits down with Dr. Anthony Samsel to break down his research on glyphosate, why he believes it's contaminating the food supply, rainwater, human tissue, and even products people never expect — and why he thinks banning it is the only real solution.I've been looking into this for a while, and after hearing this conversation, I believe people need to hear it, talk about it, challenge it, research it, and figure out what we can actually do next. Strength is never a weakness. Weakness is never a strength.Special perks for our listeners below!
Our lifestyle choices can profoundly influence our everyday health as well as our long-term outcomes. And for better or for worse, daily health habits like diet and exercise can often become normalized within families and passed down through generations. Luckily, we hold the power to create this blueprint for our own families with intentional choices and behaviors. On this episode of The Model Health Show, I'm sharing three valuable health and wellness lessons I learned from my grandmother. You're going to learn the science behind these valuable principles and how to put them into action for better health and connection. We're going to cover essential habits like eating real food, spending time outdoors, and eating with your family. These principles will inspire you to create generational health for your family with realistic, science-backed lifestyle choices. I hope you enjoy this episode of The Model Health Show! In this episode you'll discover: The importance of eating fresh, real food. (0:43) How your metabolism reacts to whole foods vs. processed foods. (4:03) The influence marketing has on our food choices. (7:19) What percentage of the average American child's diet is ultra-processed foods. (9:30) How the rates of childhood obesity have changed in recent decades. (10:41) A simple ratio you can use to eat more whole foods. (13:39) The importance of making food fun. (15:42) What we can gain from being in a natural environment. (24:30) Why you should mandate more outdoor time. (32:03) How shared family meals can improve health outcomes for your children. (38:02) The science behind how shared family meals can lower stress. (39:27) How many days per week you should aim to share a meal. (41:30) Items mentioned in this episode include: Wildpastures.com/model - High-quality, responsibly sourced meat—delivered right to your door. Wild Pastures makes it easy to eat clean without overpaying. Get 20% off every box + $15 off your first order. Peluva.com/model - Most shoes weaken your feet—these rebuild them. Peluva barefoot shoes are designed to restore natural movement, improve strength, and support long-term health. Get 15% off with code MODEL. Eat Smarter Family Cookbook - Transform the health, fitness, and connection of your entire family with the Eat Smarter Family Cookbook! Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes: Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Wild Pastures and Peluva. High-quality, responsibly sourced meat—delivered right to your door. Wild Pastures makes it easy to eat clean without overpaying. Get 20% off every box + $15 off your first order at wildpastures.com/model. Most shoes weaken your feet—these rebuild them. Peluva barefoot shoes are designed to restore natural movement, improve strength, and support long-term health. Get 15% off with code MODEL at peluva.com/model.
What if keeping the peace is actually keeping you from being fully yourself? In this heartfelt and empowering coaching session, Christine works with Emily, who is preparing to release her first book—a deeply personal guide about becoming an intentional, loving grandparent called Don't Skip the Party. But instead of celebration, Emily is met with silence and defensiveness from her mother. As her mom reads the book through the lens of her own regrets and perceived shortcomings, Emily finds herself pulled back into a familiar role: making sure everyone else is okay, even at the expense of her own truth. Together, Christine and Emily unpack one of the most common generational patterns many women carry—the belief that love means managing other people's emotions. The conversation explores boundaries, codependency, family dynamics, and the difference between truth spoken with love versus sacrificing yourself to keep others comfortable. If you've ever felt responsible for a parent's happiness, struggled to set loving boundaries, or found yourself shrinking your truth to avoid upsetting others, this episode will resonate deeply. Press play to discover why letting people have their feelings may be one of the most loving things you can do—for them and for yourself. Consider / Ask Yourself Do you feel responsible for keeping peace within your family? Are you uncomfortable when people are upset with you? Do you soften your truth or hold yourself back to avoid disappointing others? Have you confused love with self-sacrifice? Key Insights and A-Ha's Love does not require managing another person's emotions. Boundaries are not rejection—they are an act of self-respect and honesty. Protecting people from discomfort can sometimes prevent their growth. Breaking generational patterns means changing your role in the family dynamic—not forcing others to change theirs. Truth and love belong together. One without the other creates imbalance. How to Deepen the Work Notice where you take responsibility for emotions that don't belong to you. Ask yourself: "Am I being loving—or am I people-pleasing?" Practice allowing others to have their own reactions without rushing to fix them. Reflect on where you can choose truth and love simultaneously. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares her experience with Peluva, a minimalist five-toe shoe designed to strengthen the feet, encourage natural movement, and improve overall comfort. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Visit: peluva.com Social Media + Resources: Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner Christine on Facebook Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler @ChristineHassler on Twitter @ChristineHassler on Instagram @SacredUnionCouples on Instagram Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on any of my services! Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show! Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches!