Know Your Physio

Welcome to another episode of Know Your Physio! Joining us in conversation today is Kayla Osterhoff, who teaches us that it's never too late or too early for women to learn about their biorhythm, and live a healthier, more empowered life because of it. Tune in to hear about Kayla's academic and professional background and the personal experiences that motivated her to focus on women's health. She describes the female biorhythm as the pace that the female body is set to, and tells us why, even as a health scientist, she didn't know how to be healthy; all the research was based on male biology! Kayla tells us why she has chosen to work independently with private partners, rather than pursuing a career with the government, and tells us the difference between the female hormonal cycle and the female biorhythm, before teaching us about the four phases of the biorhythm cycle, all with one shared key: to go with the flow of your body. She considers the female biorhythm to be a huge biohack that sets women apart for success and gives listeners some interesting tips on how to optimize each cycle and see results. We touch on the benefits and dangers of a ketogenic diet and talk about the technology Kayla has patented in the past year to go live in 2022. Kayla also tells us why biohacking is so much more important for women than it is for men. Thanks for listening! We hope you gained insight into your physiology today. Key Points From This Episode:We welcome today’s guest, Kayla Osterhoff.Kayla's background in health sciences, leading up to pursuing her Ph.D. in neuro psychophysiology with a focus on women's neuropsychology and physiology specifically.How Kayla’s own experience with healthcare feeds into the work that she does today.Kayla’s definition of the female biorhythm: the pace that the female body is set to.Why even as a health scientist, she didn’t know how to be healthy: all the research was based on male biology.How she ended up with adrenal fatigue and total burnout. Why it is impossible to push the envelope in the sciences while working for government organizations. The difference between the female hormonal cycle and the female biorhythm.What the four phases of the biorhythm cycle are: the Shed Phase, the Plants Phase, the Bloom Phase, and the Grow Phase.The key: to go with the flow of your body.A biohack for the first phase: cold thermogenesis and mindfulness practice.Why the female biorhythm is a huge biohack that sets women apart for success.How the ketogenic diet can be beneficial in certain phases and harmful in others.The technology that Kayla has patented in the past year to go live in 2022.Why biohacking is more important for women than men.How it is never too late or too early for women to learn about their biorhythm.An even more underserved people group: the trans community.Why you have to develop a system that aligns with your specific biorhythm.Your special discount code: APKayla.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Her BiorhythmKayla OsterhoffKayla Osterhoff on LinkedInKayla Osterhoff on InstagramKayla Osterhoff on TwitterAndrés PreschelKnow Your Physio PodcastSupport the show

Today’s guest on the Know Your Physio Podcast is Dr. Peter McCullough, the renowned cardiologist and epidemiologist whose confrontation of the US government’s COVID-19 policies drew more than 40 million views on Joe Rogan‘s podcast. Dr. McCullough is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, and clinical lipidology. He’s one of the most published medical researchers of all time, with over 1000 publications and 600 citations, 30+ on COVID treatment alone.He cares for advanced patients with common medical problems, including heart and kidney disease, lipid disorders, and diabetes, and he is considered a leader in the C19 disaster. What makes today’s conversation unique is that we had a chance to unravel some of the backlash and counterarguments he received as a result of those viral interviews from other leading health experts who hold opposing views, including why the term “misinformation” is so closely tied to his name.THIS IS A HIGHLY CONTROVERSIAL TOPIC, all my guests on the show have their opinion, and hosting them doesn’t mean I necessarily agree or disagree with everything they say or share.Tune in today to hear more from Dr. McCullough in an episode that we’re calling ‘COVID Research Unravelled.'Key Points From This Episode:Addressing the COVID-19 misinformation flags that accompany Peter’s name online.His experience of the fame and controversy that followed his interview with Joe Rogan.How Peter divides his time between patient care and research.The discrepancy between his public criticism of the CDC and the CDC research he cites.What he and other scientists discovered about the best early treatment for COVID.More on his home treatment protocols and how they may reduce hospitalization and death.How to receive vitamin D from the sun and why Peter recommends magnesium.Learn more about monoclonal antibody infusion treatment, which comes from mice.Peter dispels misinformation about home treatments, which he says is caused by the incompetency of our federal agencies.Vitamins, fitness, nutrition protocols, and sleep and stress management for COVID-19.Why Peter believes that the asymptomatic spread of COVID-19 is a far-fetched theory.Peter shares his views on false positives, forced testing, and “unnecessary” quarantines.What you need to know about Omicron and what Peter recommends to treat it at home.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Peter McCullough on TwitterDr. Peter McCullough on InstagramDr. Peter McCullough on the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast‘Survival of the fittest: Evidence for high-risk and cardioprotective fitness levels’Andrés PreschelKnow Your Physio PodcastSupport the show

Three months after having COVID-19, our host Andrés struggled to regain his sense of smell and taste, and his lack of mental acuity almost forced him to stop creating this podcast altogether. He was then introduced to photobiomodulation and Dr. Joe DiDuro. In this episode, he chats to Dr. Joe DiDuro, about the ProNeuroLIGHT and the benefits he derived from it. Dr. Joe DiDuro is the President at ProNeuroLIGHT LLC, the CEO of Concentro Laboratories LLC, and a diplomat of the American Board of Chiropractic Neurologists, specializing in neurology. He also holds a Master of Science in Clinical Research from the Palmer College of Chiropractics and, of course, is a biohacker. While we encourage listeners to remain skeptical, in this episode, we discuss the ProNeuroLIGHT, a device consisting of infrared probes that go up your nose and activate the olfactory bulb to get more blood flowing to your brain. Tuning in, you’ll find out what transcranial photobiomodulation is and the mechanisms through which it can combat an inflammatory response causing cognitive impairment and the inability to smell and taste. We also talk about how it can improve your sleep and overall health beyond that. If you’re looking for something to help you get past the long-haul symptoms of COVID-19, this may be the solution you have been looking for, so tune in today!Key Points From This Episode:An introduction to Dr. Joe DiDuro, his credentials, and the device he sent Andrés.Disclosure: Having seen the benefits, Andrés is now an affiliate of the ProNeuroLIGHT. The after-effects of COVID that Andrés experienced and some of the things he tried to combat them.Some of the improvements he saw when he started using the ProNeuroLIGHT.Shocking statistics about the number of people who experience neurological symptoms after having COVID. How Dr. Joe DiDuro first started experimenting with transcranial photobiomodulation.  The definition of transcranial photobiomodulation. The benefits of using the nose for this treatment.The benefits that Andrés started to experience apart from just relief from his symptoms.Dr. DiDuro explains how the ProNeuroLIGHT was able to relieve Andrés’ specific symptoms.Why Dr. DiDuro uses a multi-modal approach of the brain, the blood, and the body.Thoughts on whether or not photobiomodulation is well-established or cutting edge. Advice to anyone on the fence about trying this.Thoughts on the placebo effect of this kind of treatment. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Joe DiDuroProNeuroLIGHT American Board of Chiropractic Neurologists“Therapeutic potential of intranasal photobiomodulation therapy for neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders: a narrative review”“Attributes and predictors of long COVID”The Oxygen Advantage Atomic FocusAndrew Huberman on Instagram Whoop Andrés PreschelKnow Your Physio PodcastSupport the show

We have a really unique and special episode for you today: we're sitting down with entrepreneur, health coach, mental health advocate, and athlete, Luis Palomeras! Not your average triathlete, he has a weightlifting and bodybuilding background and is now an endurance athlete, and he joins us today to detail the fascinating journey that led him to not only physical optimization but spiritual and mental mastery too. In this powerful conversation, we highlight how his recovery process was something he originally approached to improve his athleticism and sleep cycle and turned out to be the ultimate way to support his mental health, after a divorce and several difficult mental health episodes left him yearning for answers. We cover some epiphanies he had through plant medicine ceremonies, how mastering recovery needs to come first in order to maximize performance (and not the other way around), and ways to engage curiosity and non-judgment to support the synergy of the 4 pillars of mind, body, spirit, and energy. Jam-packed with tools and hard-won insights into the ways that we navigate our inner and outer landscape when it comes to performance, Luis answers all our questions with frankness, expertise, and a healthy dose of joy. This is one conversation you don't want to miss, so whether you're looking for physical optimization or mental development, we hope you join us to hear from today’s truly inspiring guest! Key Points From This Episode: Luis kicks us off with a video introduction of himself and his pursuit of authenticity.Mental health; his most important lesson in training and recovery building up to Ironman.How his nervous system used to be sitting in fight or flight at any moment of the day. That you can become too attached to biometric analysis tools.How his pursuit of a good night's sleep became an obsession with finding internal peace. Hear about some epiphanies he had through plant medicine ceremonies.How his Ayahuasca experience created a deep understanding of inter-generational violence. Addressing the reactive and stressed parts of ourselves to function optimally in all areas. How the integration of his insights affected his understanding of anaerobic and aerobic activity.The importance of a neurotransmitter perspective on the exercise that you choose.Using breathwork and nasal breathing to regulate and understand your body. That your mental health and performance can work together during a race or competition.Luis talks us through his healing journey timeline, from fasting to journaling.How Luis' skepticism changed following a ceremony of burning his old journals. Defining an open heart, accepting how you feel, and embracing your nerves and doubts.Chatting about stoicism and how the pursuit of morality is the pathway to hell.Hear about the supplements, tools, and nutrition that he uses.Luis's next steps, and some motivational closing advice. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Andrés PreschelKnow Your Physio PodcastAyahuascaThe Oxygen AdvantagePer BristowBiostrapWhoopSupersapiensSupport the show

“Mindfulness” has become a buzzword over the last few years, and one of the many aspects of it is breathing. While there is a multitude of techniques to choose from, not many of them are backed by science. Tackling this issue is world-renowned breathing coach and best-selling author, Patrick McKeown. We start by discussing how Patrick fell into the world of breathing, from his challenges as a teenager, to how the idea of the Oxygen Advantage was birthed. Join us today to find out what the science says about breathing and the areas that we need more data. Discover the link between mouth breathing and sleep, and how this affects your mental wellness and physical performance. Learn about the underlying physiology of nasal breathing compared to mouth breathing, and how the BOLT score works. Andrés describes the breathing techniques he uses to help improve his free-diving and cycling, while Patrick breaks down the physiology behind breath holds. We touch on what VO2 Max means, and how it is linked to your breathing and EPO. Find out why Patrick trusts those with grey hairs (experience), the lessons he’s had to learn along the way, and how his perspective has changed over time. For all this and more, tune in today!Key Points From This Episode:An introduction to today’s guest: Patrick McKeown, world-renowned author and breathing expert. How Patrick fell into teaching breathing. The birth of The Oxygen Advantage: targeting athletes’ breathing. How sleep quality is impacted by breathing, and how to identify if you’re not breathing properly. The impact of dysfunctional breathing patterns on mental health, and physical performance. How nasal breathing can improve athletic performance. Andrés's experience of how nasal breathing impacts his training. The physiology behind nasal breathing: activating the upper chest, increasing carbon dioxide tolerance, and optimizing alveolar ventilation. How exercise-induced bronchoconstriction can be caused by mouth breathing. Unpacking what the BOLT score is. The impact of mouth breathing in the formative years on facial structure and school performance. The different types of breathing exercises available, and why breathing science needs to be better disseminated. How breath holds, hematocrit, and VO2 max impact EPO: the underlying physiology and the techniques you should use. Why Andrés's breath holds when diving, how it affects his overall wellness, and why he advises against Wim Hof breathing. The impact of undiagnosed sleep apnea on cardiac recovery.Bringing the science underlying heart rate variability and Vagus nerve stimulation into the limelight. What VO2 Max means, what it is, and how it paints a picture of your overall wellbeing. Why the link between VO2 Max and breathing needs more research and a summary of the research to date. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Patrick McKeownThe Oxygen Advantage The Breathing CureDr. George Dallam on LinkedInInvincible Athletics program: aerobic exercise and performance without strainBreathing Re-Education and Phenotypes of Sleep Apnea: A ReviewAndrés PreschelKnow Your Physio PodcastSupport the show

There are countless quotes from inspirational people demonstrating that becoming an overnight success seldom happens overnight. This was no different for today's guest, high-performance coach, and biohacking expert, Augusto (Tuto) Marolla. Tuto embarked on a radical lifestyle change that to the outside eye, took just three months to implement. However, this shift was eight years in the making as he consistently experienced an engagement crisis over his 16-year corporate career. Join us today to find out about the catalyst for this life-changing shift, and the coaches he used to reach his potential. We dive into Tuto’s corporate experience and how he identified the misalignment between his values and what he was being asked to do in his professional life. We discuss how you can adjust your thinking around goals and success to benefit from the hedonic adaptation, and how you can escape the conditioning we are all subject to in today’s society. We hear personal anecdotes from Andrés about his latest dream and what he learned from it, and how both Andrés and Tuto worked in the dark to achieve success in the light. From Pavlov’s dog, to what Quantum entanglement is and how it affects your view of the outside world, you don’t want to miss this enlightening episode!Key Points From This Episode:Welcome to Tuto Marolla, high-performance coach and biohacking expert, and what he’s been doing for the last 10 years.Making a radical lifestyle shift: spending your time doing something you love, or with the ones you love. The three coaches Tuto used to work on himself to reach his potential: a spiritual-mindset coach, an executive coach, and a health coach. Why you need to work with someone to learn to become an entrepreneur: making the change due to excitement and not fear. The frustration of misalignment: being limited by your context and your colleagues. Andrés’ dream about looking where no one else is looking; within.Why "and", not "but" is important to our fulfillment, and how to adjust your goals to benefit from the hedonic adaptation. Where you get your energy from in a corporate job versus where you get it from when doing something you love. Three elements that impact flow state: focus, autonomy, and mastery (and how they are limited in a corporate environment).How sharing your passion is inevitable, and why you need to be selective of who you share it with. Why we have to be more grounded in our expectations and realize that the path to success is not linear. The skills and values that Tuto brought from his previous career into his current work environment: multicultural interpersonal skills and knowing his deepest values.Two examples of when Tuto’s corporate experiences challenged his values: his integrity in firing an employee and limiting his risk-taking to accommodate his boss. The importance of positive reframing in personal growth. Why it’s difficult to learn to reflect and connect to your inner or higher self. How we are conditioned to simply accept, rather than to internalize and question. Final thoughts from Tuto: trusting yourself and the universe when in a space of high uncertainty. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Augusto (Tuto) Marolla on LinkedInAugusto (Tuto) Marolla on InstagramAndrés PreschelKnow Your Physio PodcastSupport the show

Dozens of studies have shown that people who have satisfying relationships with family, friends, and their community are happier, have fewer health problems, and live longer. Sounds simple, right? It can be! Today, we hear from Anthony Benedettini, Partnerships Recruiter and Sales Consultant at BiOptimizers and the former Inside Advisor at Tesla, about why he believes relationships are one of the key building blocks for optimum health! With a background in applied physiology and kinesiology, Anthony is also a certified coach in Precision Nutrition, the former Director of Strategic Partnerships at Perfect Keto, and former Head of Customer Experience at Dry Farm Wines. In this episode, he shares the three main sources of energy in his life; money, vitality, and relationships, and we hear his theory on a simpler approach to longevity that doesn’t depend on expensive supplements and in-home devices. We also discuss what we can learn from those living in Blue Zones like Sardinia, and the importance of maintaining congruency. Find out why Anthony describes himself as a ‘qualitarian’ and doesn’t subscribe to any diet in particular, and his perspective on the environments that he chooses to live in. Tune in today to learn about all this and so much more!Key Points From This Episode:How Anthony came to realize the importance of building relationships through sales.Anthony on the three main sources of energy in his life: money, vitality, and relationships.Hear his theory on a simpler approach to longevity that doesn’t rely on supplements.What we can learn about a healthy lifestyle from the Blue Zones like Sardinia.The importance of self-work, taking regular breaks and doing what you love.The modern cycle of constant reward and distraction that goes against our physiology.Why Anthony calls himself a ‘qualitarian’; it’s not about your diet, it’s about quality foods!Andrés shares a story about Sardinia and its hyperlocal approach to produce.Anthony on his Instagram handle, ‘iwillliveto100’, and his goal to live more than a century.Why exchange should be one of the core building blocks in a relationship that adds value.How Anthony quantifies the benefits he receives from community activities like the sauna.Andrés reflects on what Kelly McGonigal has written about the benefits of group movement.Mediterranean diet versus Mediterranean lifestyle; why it’s not just about olives and wine.Find out how Anthony approaches travel and the environments he chooses to live in.Congruency as a major lifestyle aspect that Anthony takes pride in maintaining.Making small investments that bring you into alignment rather than trying to be perfect.Why optimal health isn’t a competition; it’s a willingness to learn as you grow and develop.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Anthony Benedettini on LinkedInAnthony Benedettini on InstagramBiOptimizersRangeThe Ocean LabKelly McGonigal: How to make stress your friend (TED Talk)The Joy of MovementAndrés PreschelKnow Your Physio PodcastSupport the show

Today, we hear from Dasha Maximov, the Founder and CEO of WhealthCo, a Member of the Board of Advisors at Sana Health, Former COO at The Health Optimisation Summit, and a former masters student at UCL, the number one program for Masters in Neuroscience in the world. After shifting away from management consulting and into academia in 2017 with an ultimate goal to #sharethewhealth, Dasha experienced a traumatic brain injury that left her with chronic headaches for more than 14 months. When specialists couldn’t find a solution, Dasha took matters into her own hands and began to biohack her mind and body. From yoga teacher training to 10-day Vipassana silent retreats, nootropics, and more, Dasha witnessed firsthand the beauty of every modality and discovered how each can become a tool in the toolbox of our health. In this episode, we discuss how women have historically been underrepresented in scientific data and why Dasha believes it’s important that women leverage the powerful data they have at their fingertips every month: their menstrual cycle. Learn how to track your cycle with precision, adapt your habits and behaviors to your benefit, and find the strength in softness along your personal health evolution journey, plus so much more! Dasha has personally experienced the power of becoming informed about your health and leaning on your community to help elevate and give clues as to what to try next, so make sure not to miss this enlightening inquiry into her journey! Join us today.Key Points From This Episode:Dasha shares the story of why she decided to take her health into her own hands.Why she encourages her clients to start with their pain points; don’t follow the influencers!Blending a qualitative approach with quantitative data.How women are historically underrepresented in scientific data; Dasha’s ‘aha’ moment.The importance of tracking your cycle as a woman and using that data to your benefit.Learning how to track your cycle with precision and the value of DUTCH (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormone) testing.Dasha’s approach to educating on the unique biorhythms that women have.The four phases of the menstrual cycle: menstruation, follicular, ovulation, and luteal.Some of the benefits of tracking your basal body temperature throughout your cycle.The surprising reason women crave chocolate at certain times in their cycle; magnesium.Dasha on what her research has shown about the value of continuous glucose monitoring.Find out why Dasha says that we are just complicated plants that move; the impact of travel.How women can help their male counterparts better understand and address their needs.Discover why safety is of the utmost importance for women for a healthy hormonal cycle.How being a woman in a man’s world impacts our mindset about hormones, birth control, pregnancy, and menstruation.Adopting a both-and mindset and understanding the crucial importance of timing.Learn about Dasha’s upcoming women’s biohacking retreats in the Dominican Republic.What she means when she says: test, assess, address, don’t guess.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dasha Maximov on LinkedInDasha Maximov on InstagramDasha MaximovWhealthCoDUTCH TestClue Period TrackerMy Flo TrackerThe Conscious BarSupport the show

Light is fundamental to our existence as human beings; it has been a part of our development from the beginning of our time on earth and it continues to impact almost every part of our lives in ways that we are not even aware of. At least according to Sarah Turner, an expert in photobiomodulation and the co-founder and Head of Science at CeraThrive, the red light therapy system targets the gut-brain axis. Sarah is a scientist through and through, but her interest has oscillated from the mechanical end of the spectrum (through her work in the pharmaceutical industry) to the holistic and alternative end (through the studying she did when she became disillusioned with the pharmaceutical industry). She is now in the process of finding her optimal positioning somewhere between the two, and in today's episode, Sarah shares a wealth of mind-boggling information about consciousness, circadian biology, and photobiomodulation that will cause you to rethink everything you thought you knew, and realize how much more there is still to be discovered! Key Points From This Episode:A rundown of Sarah’s educational and professional background.An explanation of what the field of photobiomodulation encompasses.The series of experiments that led to Sarah's awakening about environmental effects.What grounding is and how it impacts our physiology. Areas that are optimal for grounding, and those that are not.Radical changes that Sarah’s belief system has undergone.Two degrees that Sarah completed when she became disillusioned with the pharmaceutical industry. How light influences our biology.The gulf that exists between the fields of biophysics and biology.  Examples of how to structure your life so that you are in alignment with natural light cycles.Sarah explains how red and infrared light therapies work.Red and infrared devices that Sarah uses in her daily life. The role of the vagus nerve. How light affects bacteria, particularly those in our gut. Quantum biology; what it is and why it matters. Sarah shares her thoughts on consciousness. What the biohacking movement should be focused on. Andrés’ experiences with psilocybin.  The Sarah System: Sarah’s new project. Sarah’s experience of making a movie, and where you can access it. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Andrés PreschelKnow Your Physio PodcastSarah Turner on LinkedInCeraThriveLight Tree VenturesSuperchargedLumiceuticalsBrainTapFantastic Fungi The Fourth Phase of WaterLife on the EdgeFASEB Journal Article: ‘Blood Contains Circulating Cell-Free Respiratory Competent Mitochondria.’ Support the show

If you have been impacted by a traumatic event in your life, you are not alone. In a recent study that surveyed residents from more than a dozen countries, 70% of people reported having experienced some form of trauma. And when you consider how often we suppress traumatic experiences, often without being aware of it, the number is undoubtedly even higher than that. Here to help us unearth this topic is Nadeya Hassa, Founder and CEO of Zaya, a mindfulness platform that employs a science-backed therapeutic model to support the emotional and physical well-being of individuals with trauma and trauma-related symptoms. Their approach teaches the importance of the mind-body connection and uses mindfulness to activate personal transformation and healing. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the mind-body connection and unpack the complex and far-reaching impact that our thoughts have on our physiology. In our conversation, Nadeya shares how her father’s cancer diagnosis prompted a deeply introspective journey that led her all the way to a Costa Rican jungle, then to Nepal, and ultimately back home. We discuss the many ways that trauma is misunderstood in our society and how, given adequate support, trauma offers us the opportunity to deepen our compassion and create resilience. Nadeya shares how meditation and yoga have been integral to her mindfulness journey and why dissolution of ego is essential to letting go of fear and experiencing a feeling of oneness with the universe. Our conversation with Nadeya takes us on an incredible journey to a deeper understanding of the power of our thoughts, so make sure you tune into this expansive and impactful exploration of the mind-body connection!Key Points From This Episode:Meet today’s guest, Nadeya Hassan, Founder and CEO of Zaya.The mind-body connection and how nurturing it promotes mindfulness.How Zaya uses an understanding of the mind-body connection to address trauma-related symptoms.The story of how Nadeya founded Zaya in the wake of her father’s cancer diagnosis.The roles that Buddhism, meditation, and yoga have played in Nadeya’s mindfulness journey.Western medicine and how it was informed by Renee Descartes’ assertion that the mind and body are separate.Trauma’s ability to deepen one’s compassion and create resilience.Insights into how trauma can be buried within our subconscious.How our bodies can hold traumatic memories that we may have cognitively suppressed.The importance of mind-body practices for accessing repressed trauma.Ecstatic dance, how it helps you enter a transcendental state, and how it supported Nadeya in her healing process.How Nadeya defines your ego and the practices that can facilitate the dissolution of the ego.How dissolution of ego can result in a feeling of oneness that dissolves self-limiting beliefs.The ‘What If’ exercise and how you can use it to gain awareness of what’s happening in the body.The power of the placebo effect and what it teaches us about the mind-body connection.Toxic ‘grind’ culture, how it feeds into egoism, and the consequences for our health.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Andrés PreschelKnow Your Physio PodcastNadeya Hassan on LinkedInZayaBody Encyclopedia: A Guide to the Psychological Functions of the Muscular SystemSupport the show