Drew’s guest today, Ben Greenfield is known best for his biohacking abilities and self-experimentation. Through physical and spiritual practices he has lowered his biological age and lengthened his telomeres. As the founder and CEO of Kion Products, his goal is to empower people to live adventurous, joyful, and fulfilling lives through spiritual principles and physical activities. During this episode, he shares the daily routines, rituals, and holistic philosophies that allow him to live into his purpose.
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Key Takeaways:
[6:10] Taking care of your spiritual health is just as important as taking care of your physical health.
[14:09] Ben shares his thoughts on the use of plant-based medicines.
[25:19] Ben structures his routine, rituals, and habits and delegates his tasks.
[30:27] What are telomeres and why should they be tested.
[39:32] Taking a cyclical approach to the ketogenic diet.
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Does your body respond to some workouts but not others? If not, your fitness routine may not be neurologically designed for your nuero-type. Professional athletes from 28 different sports turn to Drew’s guest, Christian Thibedeau of Thib Army for training designed specifically for their body’s natural chemistry. During the conversation, Christian shares candidly the story of his low self-esteem issues, his successes in working with clients, and how psychology can help enhance your overall health and fitness levels.
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Key Takeaways:
[7:50] Low self-esteem issues led Christian to emotional binges.
[14:25] An individual's brain chemistry drives their social interactions.
[27:35] How to create a fitness program based on the neurotransmitters in your brain.
[37:28] Examples of different fitness neuro-types.
[45:54] The best diet approach for each neuro-type.
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Imagine going through school to become a dietician and then giving up your license because you realized everything you had learned was wrong. That is what happened to Drew’s guest, Cassie Bjork. Cassie works with clients on the mental and emotional side of fitness and she transforms women’s lives. She is the international bestselling author of Why am I Still Fat?: The Hidden Keys to Unlocking That Stubborn Weight Loss, a speaker, adventure traveler, and founder of the VeroVive line of vitamins.
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Key Takeaways:
[5:13] Cassie helps women identify the missing piece of their weight loss puzzle.
[7:05] Cassie's transformation came when she was studying to become a dietitian.
[16:34] The basis for past nutrition policy was a study conducted by the Sugar Research Foundation.
[22:22] Giving up her Dietitian license was liberating for Cassie.
[27:57] Takeaways from Cassie's book, Why am I Still Fat?
[30:37] Emotional strategies for transformation include self-care.
[36:08] So, what should I eat and how often?
[41:05] How Cassie maintains her healthy lifestyle.
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If you are wondering how a mere mortal stays healthy, happy and buff, four-time Universe champion Mike O’Hearn, says it’s all about nutrition, giving your body time to recover and living in the moment. Best known for his countless magazine covers and his role as Titan on American Gladiator, Mike is also an actor, producer, and fitness coach. During this conversation, he shares how he maintains his lifelong commitment to being the best he can be.
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Key Takeaways:
[5:32] Mike describes his experience of growing up on a farm with eight savage siblings.
[11:48] As a teenager Mike played into his growth spurt by eating right and working out.
[15:25] Competing as Thor and Titan on American Gladiator was a dream come true.
[22:42] The beauty of living in the moment.
[27:09] Why Mike always stays photo shoot ready.
[29:53] The foundation of Mike's nutrition and exercise regimen.
[49:01] Mike’s birthday squat tradition.
[54:06] Why you should give your body time to recover after working out.
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