Optimal Performance

Robb Wolf needs no introduction. If you're low-carb and loving it, you can thank Robb.  Robb Wolf, a former research biochemist is the 2X New York Times/WSJ Best Selling author of The Paleo Solution and Wired To Eat.  Robb has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world via his top ranked iTunes podcast, books and seminars. Robb is also the co-founder of one of my new favorite products LMNT.  Pick up a sample pack of 7 electrolyte drink mixes for the price of shipping HERE! In this eye-opening episode we cover: •When Rob realized electrolytes were a massive blindspot for him •Symptoms of electrolyte deficiency •Robb has been low carb for 22 years •How low sodium doesn’t necessarily effect blood pressure •How Gatorade originally included plenty of sodium •Robb’s approach to boosting health •How the pre-bed time salt shot and sufficient electrolytes •How electrolytes can flip your light switch •Demystifying electrolytes •The fact that adrenal fatigue protocols typically include doses of sodium in the morning •You’re drinking too much water •Robbs current approach to diet including carnivore diet PLUS a breakdown of the different carnivore diet approaches. •How Robb thinks about resilient aging, physical and emotional challenges Get more information here: https://seanmccormick.com/episodes/313-why-you-need-more-salt-and-electrolytes-with-robb-wolf-part-1/

Scientist Andrew Steele has written a startling chronicle on the frontiers of the science of aging, and reveals how close we are to an astonishing extension of our life spans and a vastly improved quality of life in our later years. Find Ageless HERE In this truly futuristic take on longevity and health we cover: •Your risk of death doubles every 7 years! •What are the most reliable tests for measuring aging •The 5 most important things for Anti-aging! •How the Epigenetic clock measures your age most accurately •The shocking idea if programming cells back into pluripotent cells •The Research of Yamanaka on pluripotent cells •The distinction between Ant-aging and Age Reversal and Transhumanism •What do the skeptics say about Anti-aging •How dying of old age is no longer a thing •Anti-aging and death - how closely are they connected? •Andrew’s goals for bringing anti-aging into casual conversations among friends and families Get more information here: https://seanmccormick.com/episodes/312-ageless-and-the-top-5-things-for-staying-young-with-andrew-steele/

I'm constantly looking for the most effective biohacking products. I have a new favorite. Hydrogen tablets from drinkHRW. In this episode we talk about ethics in biohacking products, wellness skepticism and of course hydrogen tablets.  Alex Tarnava the inventor and CEO of drinkHRW joins me for a wide ranging conversation about the benefits of hydrogen water, biohacking research and skepticism of wellness products. You can get 10% off here: https://drinkhrw.com/ To be totally honest, I've been very very impressed with the four drinkHRW products I've taken. They're definitely worth checking out.   In this episode we coever: •Alex’s origin story of the invention of Hydrogen water tablets •Higher concentration of doses taken intermittently for benefits •DrinkHRW as a regulator of the biological systems •Hydrogen is essential for all of our biological systems •Most noticeable effects •Hydrogen seems to regulate oxidative stress - hydrogen study 6 months 60 people reversed metabolic issues •Minimum effective dose for hydrogen in water is .5 ppm  - DrinkHRW is 12 •The big problem with hydrogen water devices and tablets. •Let down from ineffectiveness of Hydrogen Water devices. •DrinkHRW Studies: - Phase 3 clinical trial for reducing hospitalizations in the 60+ populations in France - Clinical trials for post-stroke recovery  - Parkinsons - Reduce harmful radiation effects in cancer treatments •Myjourney.science database N=1 experiments with biohacking devices, diets etc. •A critical take on biohacking devices Get more information here: https://seanmccormick.com/episodes/311-why-hydrogen-tablets-are-game-changers-with-alex-tarnava-from-drinkhrw/

Gregory Landsman has worked in entertainment and beauty long enough to know some deep truths about youthful skin.  He's the reason I'm now washing my face with Apple Cider Vinegar - and my skin hasn't looked this good for years. In this thoughtful and insightful episode about beauty, skin and life purpose we cover: •Best morning hacks for beautification of the skin like lemon water in the morning - thumping your thymus, drinking quality water and focusing on deep even nose breathing, massaging your face with oils each morning •Detoxification and the face •How your environment effects the skin •Massaging the face in circular motions down the neck to remove toxins •Speed up lymphatic drainage and oxygenates the blood and carries nutrients to the face…and gets rid of pillow face. •The importance of knowing your value in the world  •How to develop your intuition and make decisions that are best for you. •Developing your conscience…is this good for me…Is this good for humanity and trusting that feeling. •How the physical body never lies. •The skin as the largest organ we have and it shows what’s going inside our body •The skin as a lie detector test •How to take years off your face with the right breath and foods •How your appearance shapes you and your self-belief Get more information here: https://seanmccormick.com/episodes/310-take-years-off-your-face-naturally-with-gregory-landsman/

T.C. Hale's story is an odd one.  Stand up comedian loses his voice, 23 doctors can't help and only then does he figure out his health issues.  Now, as a health coach and podcaster T.C. shares his unique humor and insight around health optimization with the masses.  Get his free ebook HERE In this insightful episode we cover:  •Everyone should eat for themselves •Found himself helping friends and family with their issues and dove deeper •The problem with magnesium. •The problem with dropping all carbs abruptly •Clarifying how digestion is supposed to work. •The connection between minerals and digestion •How T.C. took his health into his own hands after losing his voice. 23 docs couldn’t help him…so he figured it out himself. •How T.C. works 1-on-1 to help people with sleep issues, gut health, menstrual cramps and insomnia. •The importance of understanding all our of our individuality in order to address health issues •Blood pressure, fasting blood sugar •The myth of alkalinity as a marker for health •Simplifying how we think about gut health Get more information here: https://seanmccormick.com/episodes/309-poop-talk-digestion-and-health-hacking-with-t-c-hale/

Dr. Jon Lieff is a neuropsychiatrist with a BA in Mathematics from Yale University and an MD from Harvard Medical School. His new book The Secret Language Of Cells explores how biological conversations happen, and what that may tells us about consciousness.  In this detailed and fascinating episode we cover: •The connection between meditation and immunity •The connection between gut cells and immune cells. •MTOR - and how it keeps track of the nutrients we have and need. •Why we need anti-oxidants •What we now know about how acupuncture stimulates t-cellls that activates communication through neurons to various organs •Practical tips to increase cellular health right away •Vagus nerve breakdown: what it does, what it regulates and how to stimulate it •What this means about how we treat disease •The implications this has on how we think about consciousness •How science confirmed that viruses talk to each other just 3 years ago •The fascinating story of how plants communicate with each other Get more information here: https://seanmccormick.com/episodes/308-how-your-cells-talk-to-each-other-with-dr-jon-lieff/

Brad Kearns epitomizes optimal performance.  He's a NY Times best selling author, podcaster, Guinness record holder, supplement formulator and primal biohacker. He's teamed up recently with Mark Sisson for the book TWO Meals a Day: The Simple Sustainable Strategy To Lose Fat, Reverse Aging and Break Free from Diet Frustration Forever  Brad is an encyclopedia for health, fitness and performance optimization. CATCH HIS PODCAST HERE.  In this truly awesome podcast episode we cover: •MOFO for mail hormone optimization, testicles, prostate, heart liver and bone marrow •Liver is among the most nutrient dense food in the world. •The concept of two meals a day - aka the 1 1/2 diet •The research is surprising how bad snacking is for becoming transitioning from carb dependency  to fat adapted •Explaining gluconeogenesis - and how your body burns fat •Start by ditching the big three TOXIC MODERN FOODS -the refined grains, sugars and industrial seed oils •The social pressure around living a healthy lifestyle Get more information here: https://seanmccormick.com/episodes/307-two-meals-a-day-with-brad-kearns/

There is a ton of bad information when it comes to running. Here's why: Runners are consistent, independent, tough and often obsessed. Running is such a basic movement, but also divisive topic. You either love it or you hate it. EVERYONE has an opinion on how to run correctly.  Brodie Sharp - host of the Run Smarter Podcast joins me for a frank conversation about running.  In this episode we cover: •Why you shouldn’t static stretch, foam roll, or massage your muscles hard. •Why is running a good idea? •How to start a running regimen •The benefits of running slow •Where to start if you want to begin running now…. •Finding your adaptation sweet spot •Running suggestions for new runners •Common running injuries •Debunking running’s connection with osteoarthritis •The misconceptions about rehab devices, stretching Get more information here: https://seanmccormick.com/episodes/306-run-smarter-with-brodie-sharpe/

In this part two of my interview with Steve Rio, we transition from work to personal transformation through psychedelics and entheogens. Steve is currently working with 5-MeO-DMT in Canada and has seen first hand many people totally change their perspective.  Find this important work with psychedelics here - enfoldinstitute.com In this truly unique episode we cover: •What is a 5-MeO-DMT experience like? •The difference between N,N-DMT and 5-MeO-DMT •The importance of transcendent experiences for our growth •Psychedelics as a bullet-train •Anything that is easy does not produce that much value •What is the ego elastic band •Enfold is a wellness company with a focus on psychedelic experiences •Working with trained psychedelic practitioners to empower people in a conscious way   “You just can’t access that layer of your consciousness through language. And psychedelics were given to us by the universe to do that.” “Psychedelics are this incredible bullet train to a depth of consciousness…understanding or god or source…or the universe that is unmatched.” “It’s really easy to have a mind blowing experience on psychedelics and go HOLY SHIT MY WHOLE LIFE HAS CHANGED, then you go back to your life that hasn’t changed.” “5-MeO-DMT is the strongest hallucinogen on the planet.” Get more information here: https://seanmccormick.com/episodes/305-5-meo-dmt-with-steve-rio/

Steve Rio is ahead of his time and luckily he's chosen to spend some time with us! Steve is the Founder and CEO of Nature of Work - which aims to make you a better, more focused more intentional worker in your profession and your life. CHECK OUT Nature Of Work Here In this Part 1 Episode we cover: •Nature of Work techniques like opening and closing your work day •The importance of reflecting on the day. Scoring the day 1-5 - to find trends. •How success leaves clues •The importance of living and working with purpose •Steve’s background in tech and agency work •Steve’s insights on futurism •Re-thinking how we work remotely, and how we think of work. How the attention economy. •How Nature of Work aims to create personal operating systems to be more productive with less stress. •An 8 week course to track habits, institute journals. •How working from home leaves us lacking tools. Get more information here: https://seanmccormick.com/episodes/304-hacking-your-work-with-steve-rio-of-nature-of-work/