The Model Health Show is a fun, entertaining, and enlightening look at health and fitness. No subject is off limits here! World-renown author and nutritionist S...
TMHS 851: Do These 4 Things to Burn Fat & Build Muscle at the Same Time
For years, it’s been widely believed that when it comes to fitness, if you want to see results you have to choose a main goal—either lose fat or gain muscle. However, with a smart strategy in place, body recomposition, the process of gaining muscle and losing fat simultaneously, is possible. On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn four essential habits to implement to burn fat and build muscle at the same time. We’re going to discuss how things like your lifting habits and nutrition inputs affect your results. You’re also going to learn about how sleep impacts your fitness goals and the connection between walking and fat loss. If you put these science-backed habits to use, you’ll be sure to build lean muscle and lose unwanted body fat at the same time. Changing your body composition might not be an easy or fast process but investing in your health is always a worthwhile goal. So get ready to take notes and enjoy the show! In this episode you’ll discover: The truth about bulking vs. cutting. Why building muscle is a domino effect. What the two types of muscular hypertrophy are. The two things needed to signal hypertrophy. How to build muscle with lighter resistance. What science says about the optimal rep range for building muscle. The difference between training to failure and training to fatigue. Why compound movements are powerful for muscle growth. How to build a strategic strength training program. Why building muscle is the best way to reduce body fat. How low intensity exercise can help you burn fat. The health benefits of walking in a fasted state. What LISS is. The optimal number of steps needed for fat loss. Why protein is important for body composition. The best days to eat higher carbohydrate foods. How your sleep quality affects fat loss. Why sleep can actually protect your muscle mass. My best tips for getting more high-quality sleep. Why you should give yourself permission to invest in your health. Items mentioned in this episode include: Onnit.com/model - Save an exclusive 10% on performance supplements & tools! Sleep Smarter - Upgrade your sleep habits with my national bestselling book! The Sleep and Fat Loss Masterclass - Listen to episode 298! 4 Hidden Things That Could Be Destroying Your Sleep - Listen to episode 339! What’s Causing Our Epidemic of Sleep & Health Problems - Listen to episode 768! 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 Onnit. Visit Onnit.com/model for an exclusive 10% discount on human performance supplements and fitness equipment.
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TMHS 850 - The Truth About Gut Health, Weight Loss, & Longevity - With Dr. Tim Spector
Have you ever considered how your gut health affects your body weight? Or how your microbiome influences how long you live? On today’s show, you’re going to hear the latest science on the microbiome and how it impacts every aspect of your health. Our guest today is Dr. Tim Spector. He is a bestselling author, a professor of epidemiology, and co-founder of the science and nutrition company, Zoe. In this interview, you’re going to learn how to eat for optimal microbial health, how your family (including your pets) can change your microbiome, and what your microbiome can tell you about your longevity. Tim is also sharing the fascinating science on the relationship between drinking coffee and the microbiome, the nuances of taking weight loss drugs, and why there is no magic bullet for changing your health. This episode is full of fascinating insights into the world of the microbiome, and I hope you learn something that improves your well-being. Enjoy! In this episode you’ll discover: The truth about microbe transplants. How your microbes act as chemical factories. The interesting science on how gut microbes affect appetite. Why there is no magic bullet for health or weight loss. The importance of a diverse diet for microbial health. A surprising link between the microbiome and drinking coffee. How many plants you should eat every week for microbial diversity. The fascinating science behind shared microbes. How having pets affects your microbiome. The health benefits of drinking tea. Which ultra-processed food is the worst for your health. A distinction between taste and flavor. The future of GLP-1 medications, & what you can do instead. Why the US healthcare system can be harmful. How your microbiome influences your longevity. Why Americans are getting shorter. Which biomarker is a holistic indicator of your overall health. How time-restricted feeding impacts your microbiome. The importance of fermented food for gut heath. Items mentioned in this episode include fromourplace.com/model -Get over 35% off toxin-free, ceramic coated cookware now through January 12! Piquelife.com/model - Get exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions! The Diet Myth by Dr. Tim Spector - Learn how to improve your microbiome through diet! Spoon-Fed by Dr. Tim Spector - Read about major nutrition misconceptions! Food for Life by Dr. Tim Spector - Learn how to eat for whole-body health and longevity! Connect with Zoe Website / Podcast / Instagram Connect with Dr. Tim Spector Website / Instagram 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 Our Place and Pique. Shop Our Place’s Holiday sale at fromourplace.com/model for up to 35% off toxin-free, ceramic coated cookware now through January 12th. Go to Piquelife.com/model for exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions on cutting-edge solutions for your head-to-toe health and beauty transformation.
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TMHS 849 - My 5 Favorite Fitness Gifts
Giving gifts can be an excellent way to express your love, connect over shared values, and show your loved ones your appreciation. As we approach the holiday season, sharing the gift of health can be an impactful way to share some of your favorite fitness tools, kitchen staples, and other health and fitness items. On this episode of The Model Health Show, I’m sharing five of my favorite fitness gifts to help you curate your shopping list and to inspire a love of health and wellness in your circle. I’m also going to share why I love giving health-conscious gifts, and the science behind those motives. There’s truly no better gift to give than the gift of health. Cultivating health can be much easier when you have a support system, so don’t discount the power of being that model for the people in your life. I hope you’ll consider these five gifts for your health-conscious friends and family this year. Click play and enjoy the show! In this episode you’ll discover: Three reasons why I love giving health and fitness gifts. How physical activity can improve your mental health. The impact exercise has on your immune system health. What immunosenescence is. How much exercise is required for reduced risk of death. My favorite exercise equipment and how to use it. The health benefits of ropeflow. Why nontoxic cookware makes an incredible gift. What forever chemicals are. The connection between walking and reduced belly fat. Which type of exercise we are designed to do. Ideas for upgrading your walking routine. How to incorporate your family into your workouts. Why time is the #1 gift you can give your loved ones. Items mentioned in this episode include: Onnit.com/model - Save an exclusive 10% on performance supplements & tools! fromourplace.com/model - Save over 35% off toxin-free, ceramic coated cookware during the holiday sale through January 12. Skool.com/thestrongerhuman - Learn the foundations of rope flow! Thestrongerhuman.store - Shop ropes and other fitness equipment! This Company Poisoned Citizens & Used the Government to Cover It Up - Listen to episode 830! 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 Onnit and Our Place. Visit Onnit.com/model for an exclusive 10% discount on human performance supplements and fitness equipment. Shop Our Place’s Holiday sale at fromourplace.com/model for up to 40% off toxin-free, ceramic coated cookware, now through January 12th.
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TMHS 848 - The Shocking Link Between MONEY and HEALTH - With Codie Sanchez
Did you know that finances are the number one stressor in our world today? Financial instability can have a massive impact on your stress level, sleep quality, and overall well-being. On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn about what it takes to create financial freedom. Today’s guest, Codie Sanchez is the founder and CEO of Contrarian Thinking. In her new book, Main Street Millionaire, Codie outlines how establishing ownership in businesses can provide streams of income and generational wealth. In this interview, Codie is sharing her expertise on acquiring businesses. You’re going to learn how to change the way you think about money and what it means to take on an owner mindset. You’ll also hear specific action steps you can use to change your financial situation and begin creating income streams. I hope you enjoy this interview with Codie Sanchez! In this episode you’ll discover: What percentage of physician visits are related to stress. The problem with the way our society views money. Why money is not the root of all evil. The truth about saving money. What percentage of millionaires own businesses. The financial power of having ownership stakes in businesses. Two things you need to do if you want to make a lot of money. What it means to have an owner mindset. Why this particular moment in history has the potential for massive wealth creation. What types of businesses are the most profitable to buy. The truth about corporate entities buying businesses. Why asking questions is a powerful way to change your life. Codie’s morning routine and the daily non-negotiable she set for her family. Four steps to buying a business. The power of creating income streams. An important distinction between survival risk and ego risk. How bank accounts and bodies are similar. Items mentioned in this episode include: Foursigmatic.com/model - Get an exclusive discount on your daily health elixirs! PaleoValley.com/model - Use code MODEL for 15% off! Main Street Millionaire by Codie Sanchez - Order your copy of the book today! Connect with Codie Sanchez Website / 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 Foursigmatic and Paleovalley. Visit foursigmatic.com/model to get an exclusive 10% discount on mushroom and adaptogen-packed blends to improve your life. Use my code MODEL at PaleoValley.com/model to save 15% sitewide on nutrient dense snacks, superfood supplements, and more.
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TMHS 847: 3 ESSENTIAL Keys to Heal Your Body & Transform Your Fitness
Transforming your health might seem like a daunting challenge. But if you can take that important objective and break it down into tangible, empowering steps then you can make a lot of progress. And on today’s show, you’re going to hear exact strategies you can use to sustainably transform your health. On this episode of The Model Health Show, I’m bringing you along to the Biohacking Conference, where I delivered a keynote speech on healing, recovery, and optimizing your overall health. You’re going to hear my personal story of overcoming an incurable condition, the proven action steps that I’ve watched transform lives, and specific exercise, nutrition, and mindset inputs that can uplevel your health and wellness. Whether you’re looking to reverse or reduce the symptoms of a chronic illness, change your body composition, or simply feel better every day, I believe this action plan can help you get there. I hope this episode brings you a ton of value and reminds you of your incredible power to cultivate change. Enjoy! In this episode you’ll discover: My personal story of healing from an incurable condition. How the nocebo effect took my power away. My three-step action plan to transform my health. The importance of asking empowering questions. The connection between quality sleep and healing your body. What it means to become more physically literate. The critical connection between anabolic hormones and strength training. Which form of exercise gives you the most bang for your buck. What fibroblast growth factor 21 is. The link between longevity and play. How to incorporate mobility training into your day. The #1 exercise that your genes expect you to do. What happens in your brain when you skimp on sleep. Nutrients your body needs for high-quality sleep. How diversifying your thinking can expand your life. Why you need to 5x your vision. Items mentioned in this episode include: Beekeepersnaturals.com/model - Save 30% on natural remedies for a limited time! Foursigmatic.com/model - Get an exclusive discount on your daily health elixirs! 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 Beekeepers Naturals and Foursigmatic. Reinvent your medicine cabinet for with clean, effective products powered by the beehive & backed by science. Get 30% off for a limited time during the Black Friday sale at beekeepersnaturals.com/model. Visit foursigmatic.com/model to get an exclusive 10% discount on mushroom and adaptogen-packed blends to improve your life.
The Model Health Show is a fun, entertaining, and enlightening look at health and fitness. No subject is off limits here! World-renown author and nutritionist Shawn Stevenson breaks down complex health issues and makes them easy to understand and overcome. Whether it's weight loss, chronic fatigue, heart disease, diet, exercise, sex, hormones, sleep problems, or countless other health topics, the insights you get here will help you transform your health and live your best life ever.