In this book, Dr. Peter Attia draws on the latest science to deliver innovative nutritional interventions, techniques for optimizing exercise and sleep, and tools for addressing emotional and mental health. The book aims to replace the outdated medical framework with a personalized, proactive strategy for longevity, focusing on creating the best individual plan for long-term health. It covers topics such as the limitations of cholesterol tests, underdiagnosed liver conditions, the importance of exercise, and the integration of overall health with relational health.
Atomic Habits by James Clear provides a practical and scientifically-backed guide to forming good habits and breaking bad ones. The book introduces the Four Laws of Behavior Change: make it obvious, make it attractive, make it easy, and make it satisfying. It also emphasizes the importance of small, incremental changes (atomic habits) that compound over time to produce significant results. Clear discusses techniques such as habit stacking, optimizing the environment to support desired habits, and focusing on continuous improvement rather than goal fixation. The book is filled with actionable strategies, real-life examples, and stories from various fields, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve their habits and achieve personal growth[2][4][5].
Today, I'm joined by Alex Mather, founder and CEO of Eternal.
Redesigning healthcare for the physically active, Eternal combines bloodwork, DEXA scans, VO2 max tests, MD consults, coaching, and more to support peak performance at every age.
In this episode, we discuss high-performance healthcare.
We also cover:
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Finding joy in long-term health habits
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Offensive vs. defensive care strategies
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Alex's experiences at Strava and The Athletic
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Chapters:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:15) Alex's Background: From Strava to The Athletic to Eternal
(05:15) The Genesis of Eternal and Target Audience
(08:00) Healthcare for the Health-Obsessed Population
(13:00) The Eternal Product: Assessment and Strategy
(16:00) Offense vs. Defense in Healthcare Approach
(20:40) Building a Constellation of Experts
(23:15) Performance as Prevention Philosophy
(27:00) Big Rocks vs. Little Pebbles Strategy
(31:00) Finding Joy in Long-Term Health Habits
(36:00) Strategy and Intentional Goal Setting
(38:15) Vision for the Future of Personalized Health
(40:40) Next 12-18 Months and Expansion Plans
(43:05) Conclusion
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