The Path with Mike Salemi

#25 Today on The Path, we have Dr. Jonny Suarez. He is a doctor of Chinese medicine and acupuncture, has an extensive background in functional medicine, and is an upper level Chek Practitioner. In this episode, we dive into how to optimize male health and hormones. We talk a lot about things like when TRT is important and when it’s not needed, the importance of proper breathing while we sleep, and the biggest factors that contribute to low testosterone in men.Today on The Path Podcast:Optimizing testosterone for vitality and performanceSigns of energy imbalancesWhat the research says about intermittent fastingManaging inflammation and blood sugar levelsThe effects of lack of sleep on hormones and how to fix itThe most important markers to check for optimal men’s hormone levelsConnect with Dr. Jonny SuarezInstagram: @unifiedfmaWebsiteMale Health MarkersConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleApply to the Men of Movement RetreatSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#24 Aaron Alexander is an author, and host of the align podcast and utilizes movement as a means to better people’s minds and bodies. This conversation is a special one because Aaron is joining us after spending 5 days in complete darkness. In this episode, he brings his reflection on what it was like to be alone with his thoughts. We also talk about the inner critic, self-compassion, and how we can love ourselves while simultaneously striving to be better.Today on The Path Podcast:What is a darkness retreat and why do it?The many ways we look for rites of passage Different levels of compassion for self Healthy vs. unhealthy comparison and competition Exploring the question of “Who Am I?” Mastery and trying new thingsConnect with AaronInstagram: @alignpodcastPodcastBook: The Align MethodYouTubeConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleCheck out the Illuminate ProgramSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#23 Today on the show, we are joined by the host of the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, Josh Trent. I’ve had the honor of being a guest on his show, so now the tables have turned and we get to know Josh on a much deeper level. Our conversation goes into topics like conscious fatherhood, reevaluating our ideas around failure, vision quests, and healing generational wounds. This is a great conversation with a very heart-centered and intentional human being.Josh and I discuss:The inner healing that comes with fatherhoodReframing the fear of failureEvolving into new versions of ourselvesNavigating through periods of darknessJournies of plant medicineThe deep meaning of a traditional vision questConnect with JoshInstagram: @joshtrentofficialPodcast: Wellness + WisdomWebsiteYouTubeConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleApply to the Men of Movement RetreatSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#22 Today on the show we have Dr. Michael Ruscio. He is a naturopathic practitioner, doctor of chiropractic clinical researcher, author, and incredibly successful podcaster. Dr. Ruscio has wealth of knowledge about all things related to health and human performance. Today we talk a lot about optimizing men’s health and fitness, managing stress, the importance of having role models, and the why behind striving to be better. For someone as successful as Dr. Ruscio is, it truly amazes me how he still manages to prioritize his health above all.Dr. Michael and I discuss:The importance of role models and mentorsThe most important things to prioritize for optimal healthDr. Michael Ruscio's journey from illness to thriving in lifeWhy reach for our highest potentialPopular health protocols and the over-emphasis on supplementsResources for beginning the journey of health optimization Connect with Dr. MichaelInstagram: @drrusciodcLinksPodcast: Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional HealthcareBook: Healthy Gut Healthy YouConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleApply to the Men of Movement RetreatListen to The Path Podcast episode with Justin Brien and Tyler LeFlochSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#21 Justin Andrews is one of the three co-hosts of the wildly popular fitness podcast, Mind Pump. Justin is really the resident expert on unconventional training at mind pump. In this episode, we break down the benefits of this kind of training for health, as well as how it can transfer to improving other aspects of life. We also dive deep into fatherhood and what it’s like for Justin, being so immersed in fitness and health, wanting to share that with his children while still allowing them to take on their own path.Justin and I discuss:Allowing kids to take their own risks and follow their own pathThe biggest and most surprising lessons of parenthoodThe camaraderie of sportsUnconventional training: What it looks like and how to startMyths in the fitness industryFear of public speaking to speaking for a living & Learning to enjoy being a beginnerFollow JustinInstagram: @mindpumpjustin | @mindpumpmediaWebsite: mindpumpmedia.com YouTube: @mindpumpshowPodcast: Mind PumpConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#20 Breath is the only mechanism in the body that we do both consciously and unconsciously. It can be the access point to understanding parts of ourselves that we may have disconnected from over the years. I’ve always been interested in breathwork in regards to enhancing performance and now I’m aware of so many other applications like trauma healing and emotional release. This episode is a breathwork masterclass with the founder of somatic breathwork, Steven Jaggers. I know you’re going to learn a ton from this one!Steven and I discuss:Why it’s so hard to relaxGetting in touch with the mind-muscle connectionWhy we do inner emotional workHealing is a process, not a placeFeeling, expressing, and dealing with angerA new perspective on integrationFollow StevenWebsiteInstagram: @jaggersjr | @somaticreleaseConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleUse code “Micheal3463” at somaticbreathwork.com for $175 off of the Somatic Breathwork CertificationSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#19 Today’s episode recaps the most recent Men of Movement retreat, which helps men strengthen and balance their power. Justin Brien is back on the show to share his experience as a participant and his major takeaways. Tyler LeFloch is one of the incredible facilitators and is here to share really powerful techniques and exercises he led throughout the experience. This episode focuses a lot on story work, a tool to use for reframing the inner critique and self-doubt that so many are faced with every day. This conversation was a blast, and there are so many valuable tools for massive growth.Tyler, Justin, and I discuss:The medicine of accepting helpUsing story work to address the inner criticThe importance of men supporting menBringing play back into daily lifeWhat happens after healing emotional woundsConnect with TylerInstagram: @tylerleflochUnweighted PodcastFollow JustinEmail: naturalmovementsolutions@gmail.comWebsiteInstagram: @justinbrienConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleListen to The Path Podcast Ep. 7 with JustinSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#18 Many people know Eric Leija as the Primal Swoledier on Instagram. He has cultivated a massive following, and with that comes new experiences to navigate. In this episode, Eric talks about the struggles he has faced with substance abuse, imposter syndrome, and navigating emotional challenges in life. Today he shares what has helped him most in overcoming his challenges and living a truly balanced life.Eric and I discuss:Scarcity mindset in the fitness industryImposter syndrome and navigating a large audienceFinding sobriety through faith and communityWhat it means to be a balanced manConnect with EricInstagram: @primal.swoledierLinksConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleApply to the Men of Movement RetreatSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#17 Today on the show, we’re bringing on Aleks Rybchinskiy. Aleks is a high-level CHEK practitioner working with some of the most challenging cases in the health and wellness space. In this episode, we dive deep into the role of the teeth in overall health and strength, how our communication style affects our relationships, and what it takes to grow and mature as a person.Aleks and I discuss:The connection between teeth and physical strengthHow teeth are crystals, not bonesCatalysts for changing who we areEffectively communicating and bringing awareness to how we make others feelNavigating inner angerTwin flames and growth through partnershipConnect with AleksInstagram: @health.performance.engineerPrimal Pride WebsiteConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleSign up for the Master the Kettlebell CourseSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#16 Today on the show, I have a very unique conversation with Chris Marhefka about the different phases of growth we go through in life and shedding previous identities. Chris has seen a high level of success in his business endeavors and is now going through a transition into stepping into the unknown and following his calling to facilitate personal growth experiences for others. We dive deep into men’s self-development, a new way of leading, resistance to trusting ourselves, and showing up in full integrity.Chris and I discuss:The importance of trusting yourselfBalancing financial success with passionThe challenges of moving beyond past identitiesThe 3 phases of self-masteryThe difference between the burden of responsibility and choice of responsibilityConnect with ChrisInstagram: @chrismarhefkaWebsiteConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleSign up for the Suples Bulgarian Bag CertificationSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions