The BluePrint with Dr. Erik Korem

In this episode, I delve into the critical role of perseverance in achieving long-term success. Drawing from personal experiences and insights from business titans like Jeff Bezos and Henry Ford, I explore how to cultivate this essential trait. In this episode, I break down the components of persistence and offer practical strategies for developing unwavering determination. Learn why traditional approaches to stress management might be holding you back and how to reframe your mindset for lasting success. Learn: How to set clear, achievable goals that fuel your persistence Why understanding your 'why' is crucial for long-term motivation The unexpected link between stress and inaction How to leverage biographies and historical examples to boost your mindset The importance of celebrating small wins in maintaining momentum Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Quotable moments: "Persistence is a costly investment, no question, but the dividends are so much greater than the original outlay that you almost forget the price." - Charles Swindoll "Stress primarily comes from not taking action over something." - Jeff Bezos "I pity the poor fellow who is soft and flabby that he must always have an atmosphere of feeling good around him before he can do his work." - Henry Ford "If you don't have this under control and if you don't have a plan, it could wreck you." - Dr. Erik Korem ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you ready to transform your leadership approach? Join me, Dr. Erik Korem, as I dive deep into leadership with Stephen M. R. Covey, bestselling author of The Speed of Trust. Discover how the Trust and Inspire framework can revolutionize your leadership style and help you attract and retain top talent. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to identify and hire individuals who thrive under the Trust and Inspire model The importance of recognizing and developing potential in your team Strategies for fostering a culture of trust and inspiration How trust-based leadership can enhance performance and innovation Applying leadership principles to parenting and personal growth Tune in to learn practical insights and actionable steps for becoming a Trust and Inspire leader. Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Visit Trust & Inspire.com to learn more about Stephen’s work Purchase Trust & Inspire Quotable moments: "I believe that there's greatness in everyone, but a lot of people may not know it. It might be lying dormant." - Stephen M. R. Covey "Real leadership is seeing and communicating people's worth and potential and talent so clearly that they come to see it in themselves." - Stephen M. R. Covey "People do their very best work when they're trusted." - Stephen M. R. Covey "Parenting is the ultimate act of leadership because you're trying to see and communicate your children's worth and potential so clearly that they come to see it in themselves." - Stephen M. R. Covey ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dive into the world of recovery and performance enhancement with Dr. Erik Korem and Steven Borden as they explore the innovative applications of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training for pickleball players. In this episode of The BluePrint, learn how BFR can revolutionize your training and recovery routines. Steven, the General Manager of SAGA, shares insights on using BFR technology to maintain muscle mass while minimizing joint stress - a crucial factor for pickleball enthusiasts. Discover how this cutting-edge technique can help you train smarter, recover faster, and potentially improve your on-court performance. Learn: How BFR training can benefit pickleball players Passive BFR protocols for enhanced recovery The science behind reactive hyperemia and its effects Ways to incorporate BFR into your weekly training routine Safety considerations and contraindications for BFR use Exclusive Offer, use the coupon BLUEPRINT20 to get 20% off SAGE BFR using this special link: LINK Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Journal Articles: Wrist Extensor Training With Blood Flow Restriction for the Management of Lateral Elbow Tendinopathy: A Case Report   Quotable moments: "You can perform the normal resistance training that you would perform... but throw BFR cuffs on there, reduce the load. There alone, your overall fatigue is going to reduce." - Steven Borden "I can say anecdotally that I've noticed a difference. I've used it when I travel. And I really, really liked the way I feel." - Dr. Erik Korem "For people that play pickleball a lot, this is a really good training modality. Especially if you're playing three, four times a week, you do need to be doing resistance training a couple of times a week." - Dr. Erik Korem "In general, it seems like BFR training is about as safe as regular exercise, equated for intensity." - Steven Borden   ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the keys to developing a growth mindset and maximizing your potential on the pickleball court with Dr. Alex Auerbach, former Senior Director of Wellness and Development for the Toronto Raptors. In this episode, Dr. Auerbach shares his insights on the importance of reflecting on progress, focusing on effort and mastery, and identifying your signature strengths as a player. Learn how to: Celebrate your progress and appreciate your growth trajectory Focus your attention on effort, mastery, progress, and persistence Develop self-talk that emphasizes growth and skill development Identify and leverage your unique strengths as a pickleball player Balance a growth mindset with an understanding of your special abilities Whether you're a beginner looking to accelerate your learning curve or an experienced player striving to reach the next level, Dr. Auerbach's insights will help you cultivate a powerful mindset for long-term success in pickleball. Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Get Dr. Auerbach’s Performance Newsletter & connect on X & LinkedIn Quotable moments: The more you can kind of see your trajectory of mastery, and what it took to get there, the more likely you are to internalize this idea that like, okay, if I keep working hard, I'm going to keep that trajectory going." - Dr. Alex Auerbach "Things that emphasize self talk that emphasizes language from coaches that focuses on progress, effort, growth, mastery, those things are going to help you all develop that growth mindset." - Dr. Alex Auerbach "We want both that growth mindset, that appreciation, that hard work, effort, persistence matter, and that I'm making real progress and a little bit of fixed mindset. Like I've got something special about me and I'm going to be able to maximize that to be my best." - Dr. Alex Auerbach ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the keys to lasting peace and success with Pastor Malcolm Marshall, lead chaplain for the NBA's Houston Rockets. In this powerful episode, we explore the often-overlooked aspects of leadership that can make or break your personal and professional life. Malcolm shares his experiences with burnout, therapy, and redefining success. We dive deep into the importance of boundaries, the danger of tying your identity to work, and the true meaning of success beyond metrics. Learn: How to cultivate peace in high-pressure environments The role of boundaries in maintaining work-life balance Ways to prevent burnout and maintain your 'why' The benefits of therapy for leaders A fresh perspective on defining and achieving success Connect with Malcolm on Instagram & X Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free   Quotable moments: "A life with too many inputs is a life without boundaries and a life without boundaries is a life without peace." - Malcolm Marshall "The professional loves his or her work... but the boundary is they do not forget that the work is not them." - Malcolm Marshall "Burnout usually shows up when people forget their why." - Malcolm Marshall "Success for me is not so much based on metrics. Success for me is, am I being faithful to what I've been called to do?" - Malcolm Marshall ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can we lead effectively in a world that's constantly changing? Join me, Dr. Erik Korem, as I dive into this essential topic with Stephen M. R. Covey, the bestselling author of The Speed of Trust. Stephen explains why traditional leadership methods no longer work and introduces a revolutionary approach—Trust and Inspire. In this episode, you’ll learn: The impact of technology on leadership styles Key differences between 'Trust and Inspire' vs. 'Command and Control' How to build a high-trust culture in your organization Strategies to foster collaboration and innovation in teams Tune in to understand why inspiring leadership is crucial in today’s world and how you can implement it in your organization. Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Visit Trust & Inspire.com to learn more about Stephen’s work Purchase Trust & Inspire Quotable moments: "People don't want to be managed; they want to be led, trusted, and inspired." - Stephen M. R. Covey "Be efficient with things. Be effective with people." - Stephen M. R. Covey "You can't command and control your way to a high trust culture." - Stephen M. R. Covey "Trusting people brings out the best in them and leads to greater innovation." - Stephen M. R. Covey "People don't want to be managed, but people do want to be led. They want to be trusted. They want to be inspired." - Stephen M. R. Covey "The difference between what we are currently doing and what we are capable of doing would solve most of the world's problems." - Stephen M. R. Covey (quoting Mahatma Gandhi) "Leaders go first. They model the behavior that they would like to see." - Stephen M. R. Covey "Do you want innovation? Start with trust." - Stephen M. R. Covey ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are digital distractions controlling your life? In this episode, I reveal the number one way to end your technology addiction and to reclaim your focus. Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Miles Fidell - The New Normal Quotable moments: "Gratitude is the key to unlocking presence." - Miles Fidel "If you have a spirit of gratitude, presence will be the byproduct." - Dr. Erik Korem "When I'm in that posture of gratitude, I have zero desire to do anything but be with my kids and be with my family." - Dr. Erik Korem "It's more effective if you make the conscious decision to become happier or more grateful." - Dr. Erik Korem ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover a powerful framework for building resilience and flourishing in life with Ruth Pearce. Ruth shares her journey from burnout to breakthrough, revealing how hope, strengths, bravery, and curiosity can transform your approach to challenges. In this episode, you'll learn: What it truly means to flourish in life How to reframe hope as an active force for change Ways to identify and leverage your unique character strengths Techniques for cultivating bravery in everyday situations The role of curiosity in personal growth and resilience Ruth's insights will empower you to get out of your own way and create a more meaningful life, no matter what obstacles you face. Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free #483. 3 Forces Ruining or Improving Your Life Connect with Ruth on LinkedIn Buy: be hopeful, be strong, be brave, be curious   Quotable moments: "I'm flourishing when I am handling whatever comes my way in the best way I can." - Ruth Pearce "Hope is an active thing. It is not a passive thing." - Ruth Pearce "We take those three [hope, bravery, curiosity], start with those. What can you do with them? Shatter some illusions and then drip in the strengths that show up individually for that person." - Ruth Pearce "If we're actually active in our hope, we're making it more likely that the vision we have comes true." - Ruth Pearce ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletter  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the power of blood flow restriction (BFR) training with Steven Borden, General Manager of SAGA. In this episode of The BluePrint, Dr. Erik Korem and Steven dive deep into the science and practical applications of BFR technology. Steven shares his journey from college football player to sports tech innovator, exploring how BFR training is revolutionizing strength, hypertrophy, and rehabilitation protocols. Learn about the physiological benefits of BFR, from hormonal responses to pain reduction, and how it can be a game-changer for athletes and everyday fitness enthusiasts alike. Learn: How BFR training works and its physiological effects Protocols for using BFR in strength and hypertrophy training BFR's potential for pain reduction and injury recovery Practical ways to incorporate BFR into your workout routine The future of BFR technology in sports and rehabilitation Exclusive Offer, use the coupon BLUEPRINT20 to get 20% off SAGE BFR using this special link: LINK Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Journal Articles Blood flow restriction training in clinical musculoskeletal rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis Blood flow restriction as a post-exercise recovery strategy: A systematic review of the current status of the literature Quotable moments: "BFR training almost turns your treadmill walk at two miles an hour into four and a half or five miles an hour. It's just increasing the intensity of your exercise." - Steven Borden "There's now less blood... This causes a sort of deprivation of available oxygen that our muscles can utilize." - Steven Borden "If you're going to use them, you need to use them really, really well, outside of the fundamentals of sprinting, jumping, throwing, lifting, and then nailing the fundamentals of nutrition and sleep." - Dr. Erik Korem "I don't think you can hack your way to resilience. However, there are certain tools that do yield high results. You get a really good ROI. This is one of them." - Dr. Erik Korem ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is your diet and lifestyle protecting your brain or putting you at risk for cognitive decline? Dr. Tommy Wood, a neuroscientist and performance consultant to world-class athletes, breaks down the latest research on brain health. In this enlightening episode, Dr. Wood explores the complex relationships between sugar consumption, alcohol intake, and cognitive function. He challenges common assumptions and offers a nuanced perspective on how our daily choices impact long-term brain health. Learn: How sugar affects brain activity and cognitive decline The surprising truth about alcohol and brain shrinkage Why challenging your brain is crucial for cognitive health The most effective activities for maintaining brain function Balancing risks and benefits in lifestyle choices for brain health Check out Dr. Wood’s Newsletter Brain.Fitness Connect with Dr. Wood on Instagram or LinkedIn Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Quotable moments: "There's a relationship between your blood sugar regulation and how fast cognitive function declines." - Dr. Tommy Wood "The most important thing that you can do is to challenge your brain adequately throughout your entire life." - Dr. Tommy Wood "Each of us has different things that we want our brains to be good at... do the things that you want your brain to be good at." - Dr. Tommy Wood "Once you get above a drink a day, there's a dose response effect. So the more you drink, the smaller your brain." - Dr. Tommy Wood ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.