The HigherUp Podcast Follower Q&A | The HigherUp Podcast. Ep. 65
Nov 6, 2025
This installment features a Q&A addressing various wellness topics. Michael tackles the impact of artificial sweeteners, promoting moderation for healthier weight control. He also shares insights on enhancing running stamina through training methods and offers strategies for balancing wellness while navigating a draining corporate job. Discussions on binging highlight mindset shifts to improve relationships with food. Additionally, affordable alternatives for marathon coaching and the role of Pilates in weight loss are explored, alongside tips for integrating workouts into busy schedules.
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Sleep Hacks Worked For A Marathon
- Michael Smoak shares that he sleeps with nasal strips and tapes his mouth, which improved his Whoop sleep metrics.
- He ran the New York Marathon wearing nasal strips and swears by Dream Recovery gear.
Artificial Sweeteners Are Okay In Moderation
- Do use artificial sweeteners in moderation if they help you stay within calorie goals.
- Michael Smoak says there's no human data showing normal consumption is harmful and they can aid adherence.
Work Should Fuel Your Life, Not Drain It
- Do find a job that doesn't emotionally drain you or let work fuel your desired lifestyle instead of consuming your identity.
- Michael Smoak recommends raising awareness and using micro-bouts of movement during the workday to stay fit.