Life Optimized

There are so many things that we are just beginning to understand about psychedelics and the power of the human brain, and researchers are discovering amazing things about the brain’s power over the body. These findings have huge implications for physical fitness, metabolism, and mental health. Join us to learn more from today’s expert guest!I’m joined by Shawn Wells, who is a product formulator and expert in the fields of performance nutrition, longevity, fitness, and supplementation. He has formulated over 700 supplements, foods, beverages, and cosmeceuticals, earning him the title “The Ingredientologist.” He is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Sports Nutritionist who has counseled thousands of people on natural health solutions and overcome personal serious health issues, such as Epstein-Barr virus, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, depression, insomnia, obesity, and a pituitary tumor. As a world-renowned thought leader on mitochondrial health, Shawn has spoken on five continents, has been prominently featured in various media outlets, and wrote The Energy Formula. His expertise can help any health-conscious individual to better manage stress and experience higher performance and more energy by utilizing his practical, holistic solutions. Show Highlights:Why Shawn is inspired to do his work by his natural curiosity, problem-solving abilities, and multiple interestsHow Shawn approaches his business and his life with a delusional perspective of seeing what’s possible and where he wants to be in making an impact What we need to understand about the basics of psychedelicsHow solving our psychological problems can also have a physiological benefit for the bodyWhy SSRI medications are not the long-term solution for many problemsPrecautions to take in using psychedelics properly and doing the integration workWhat Shawn recommends when starting with psychedelics like MDMA, ketamine, and psilocybinWhy is there a huge energy cost to the body in NOT living your truthWhat Shawn sees as “the next thing” that’s comingHow neuroplasticity in the brain also brings physio-plasticity to the body in a complete resetHow Shawn explains DHB as it compares to metformin, the most well-known anti-aging drug that’s also used for diabetesA rundown of Shawn’s new endeavors: an upcoming video course on The Energy Formula and his work on a new caffeine derivativeResourcesConnect with Dr. Paulvinhttps://doctorpaulvin.com/Connect with ShawnWebsite (sign up for his free, weekly newsletter), Instagram, and BookMentioned in this episodeDr. Matthew Cook, www.drinkupdate.com, and www.muscletech.com  

Welcome! I’m joined by Joey Thurman, whose new book is titled The Minimum Method: The Least You can do to be a Stronger, Healthier, Happier You. Joey is a celebrity trainer, fitness expert, and bestselling author who lives in the Chicago area. He is here to share lifestyle and fitness tips, along with workout do’s and don’ts. Join us to learn more!Show Highlights:What inspired Joey to address the “minimum” in getting people off the couch and interested in better health How Joey’s book breaks down the “how” in helping people achieve their goalsWhy “less is sometimes more” when it comes to trainingHow to begin a full-body workout routine that will bring big benefitsWhy “training to failure” is not the best workout approachWhy most specific eating plans will only be effective for 1-2 weeksHow to approach nutrition with a plan for “adding the minimum to get to your maximum”How to understand macronutrients and micronutrientsJoey’s customized guidelines for protein intake for good health–and how to add in healthy carbs and fatsJoey’s take on the whey protein vs. pea protein debateWhat we should know about gut health: elimination diets, fiber, and probioticsHow Joey works with his clients in workout recovery, especially in the use of cryotherapy, sauna, breathing, and moreWhat NOT to do in the gym (i.e., exercises that don’t work!)Exercises that we SHOULD do in the gym–with intentionWhat to do to be the strongest, healthiest, happiest youWhat inspired Joey to write The Minimum MethodResourcesConnect with Dr. Paulvinhttps://doctorpaulvin.com/Connect with JoeyWebsite, Instagram, and New Book (available for pre-order and coming out on December 27, 2022)

Joining me for today’s show is Dr. Joe Lipsky, who shares helpful tips to optimize sports performance and recovery. He explains zone training, how to do it appropriately, and his approach to sports injuries and treatment. Dr. Joe Lipsky obtained his BS in Applied Psychology from Farmingdale University and his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Columbia University Medical School. He uses his combined experiences from his doctorate program and continuing education to deliver to his clients a unique blend of rehabilitation and performance therapy. At Reload Physical Therapy and Fitness, Joe specializes in helping endurance athletes overcome injuries and improve their performance and has helped clients complete their first marathons, 100-mile ultra-endurance races, and Ironman competitions. When Joe isn’t working, he loves playing golf, doing his Ironman training, and traveling to new places. Show Highlights:How Joe became interested in physical therapy and working with endurance athletesWhat we should be aware of in cardio training to meet physical activity guidelinesHow Joe explains the basics of Zone Training and how to achieve maximum benefitsHow to determine max heart rate (220 - your age= max heart rate) The biggest mistakes people make in training for competitive sportsWhy wearables are important for monitoring heart rate while trainingWhat Joe recommends regarding low-intensity workouts, high-intensity workouts, and workout recovery with his clientsWhat it means to hit your “max workout”How to use the acronym SNAPSSS (Smoking, Nutrition, Alcohol, Physical Activity, Sleep, Stress, and Social Connections) to remember the components of healthWhy it’s important to target different body areas in strength trainingThe most common problems that lead to leg and shoulder injuriesThe one thing that Joe wishes everyone knew about training and recoveryWhat Joe sees coming in the future for physical training and exercise and his opinion on telehealth physical therapyResourcesConnect with Dr. Paulvinhttps://doctorpaulvin.com/Connect with Dr. Joe and check out Reload Physical Therapy and Fitnesshttps://www.reloadpt.com,  Reload Instagram, Dr. Joe Instagram, and EmailOther resources mentioned: https://shop.thebrrrn.com  and www.prtl.com 

Today’s show takes a holistic look at the human body as a whole vessel made of physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional parts. My guest and I are discussing a variety of life optimization tips around nutrition, workouts, cold/heat exposure, and recovery. You’re sure to find lots of helpful information that you can use to optimize your life. Join us to learn more! Dr. Tyler Jean is a naturopathic physician who has always been interested in the human body and holistic medicine, and he is passionate about the importance of food as medicine, while inspiring others to embrace healthier lifestyles. A former Division-1 athlete and neuroscience researcher, Dr. Tyler went on to complete his medical education at the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, OR. As a naturopathic doctor, Tyler takes a more integrative and preventative approach to healthcare. This is also the approach that Tyler currently uses through his popular Instagram platform, @tylerjean07, where he empowers his audience with healthy recipes, educational info, brand recommendations, inspiration, and more.Show Highlights:Why Dr. Tyler felt out of alignment with traditional medicine’s approach in pathologizing disease, treating disease, and managing symptomsWhat it takes to become a naturopathic doctor as far as education, regulations, and licensureHow our food affects our health, becomes our medicine, and communicates with our genesAny diet that focuses on micro nourishment from whole, unadulterated, real foods is better than the standard American dietWhy improved health requires small nutritional changes over time and an awareness of how different foods affect youWhy we all have attitudes, fears, and stress around food beyond simple nutritionWhy Dr. Tyler begins with patients doing an elimination diet and reducing problematic foodsSuggested foods to improve health: fatty fish with Omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, spices and herbsImportant do’s and don’ts in the kitchen regarding plasticsHow pollutants and toxins affect the body–and how sauna treatments can helpWhat to look for in the most effective sauna treatmentsBenefits to the body in sauna, hot baths, and cold plungesHow our bodies work to generate heat in response to deliberate cold exposure–and produce more beneficial mitochondriaDetails about maximizing cold exposure benefits at homeHow Dr. Tyler has worked to maximize his visibility as a naturopathic doctor and entrepreneurResourcesConnect with Dr. Paulvinhttps://doctorpaulvin.com/Connect with Dr. TylerWebsite and InstagramRecipe cookbook: https://tylerjean.com/recipe-book-landing-page/Nutrition Course: https://tylerjean.com/course/TherasageUse the code FUNCTIONALFOODS to save 10%.

Today’s guest is a master of many talents who has used health and life optimization tools in all facets of his life, epitomizing the idea that challenges in life are there to be overcome. We are talking about all things health and fitness with tons of helpful information you can use. Join us!Jimmy Martin is a NYC-based entrepreneur and creative currently serving as co-founder and head of fitness at Brrrn, the health and wellness behind The Today Show-touted Brrrn Board. Jimmy has over a decade of experience working as a health and wellness professional, both as a group exercise instructor and personal trainer to C-Suite executives and various celebrities in television, film, and fashion. Previously, Jimmy worked as an advertising copywriter, greeting card writer, playwright, and executive producer under his production company, Mayamo Jimmy Productions. Jimmy is a 2007 alumnus of George Mason University, where he was a member of the Division I wrestling program. He graduated with a BA in Interpersonal and Organizational Communication and minored in Business Management. Jimmy holds his national personal trainer certification from the American Council of Exercise. Show Highlights:How a common thread throughout Jimmy’s life and work is his love for taking on tough challengesHow Jimmy uses humor to foster connection and compatibilityWhy Jimmy went the cold route with his exercise brand to create a completely different workout environment–and literally started it all in a beer fridgeWhy the discomfort we feel in conversations around death have parallels for Jimmy to the discomfort we experience in cool-temperature exerciseHow a 50-degree exercise environment, cold plunges, and sauna therapy utilize hormesis, or positive stress, on the human bodyHow to use cold showers, and alternating hot and cold, as the basic entry point for cold therapyHow Jimmy built the Brrrn brand in the beginning and differentiated Brrrn from the typical boutique fitness establishmentHow Brrrn adapted during the pandemic and expanded with the Brrrn Board and online workoutsHow lateral movement exercise, like the Brrrn Board, improves core strength, balance, coordination, and overall athletic performanceHow Jimmy and Brrrn are launching the first accredited slide board training for professional trainers and coachesHow health optimization and testosterone replacement therapy have led to the upcoming birth of Jimmy’s baby boy through an IVF procedureResourcesConnect with Dr. Paulvinhttps://doctorpaulvin.com/Connect with Jimmy and BrrrnInstagram (Jimmy) and Instagram (Brrrn)

Human behavior in its many-nuanced forms governs every social interaction that we have. So many of our interactions and communications are nonverbal, and both sides depend on perceptions and context clues to make meaning out of those interactions. This aspect of human psychology is fascinating, and we are jumping into this topic on today’s show. Join us to hear more from today’s guest!Blake Eastman is the founder of The Nonverbal Group, which he started in NYC in 2009 as a behavioral research and education company. Through their large scale studies to record, dissect, and study human behavior, they help entrepreneurs, executives, and poker players understand the human psychology of reading people. Blake’s background includes a stint as an adjunct psychology professor at City University of New York (CUNY) and time spent playing poker professionally. Show Highlights:What The Nonverbal Group does–and how it applies to real lifeHow The Nonverbal Group originated from Blake’s childhood experience with anxiety about social interactions and his later frustration with the academic constraints around psychologyWhy Blake calls video “the main reality” in reading peopleWhy reading people’s behavior has more to do with the invisible social norms than their movements and mannerismsHow most of human interaction comes down to perceptionWhat it means to control the context around you and control the narrativeHow social media is impacting human behaviorHow artificial intelligence is playing into human behavior and interactions–and how things will change in the next few years Why Blake can’t help “noticing” what people do in every social situationHow someone can improve the perception of themselves in the entrepreneurial spaceWhy much of our anxiety and stress come from how we perceive ourselves in social interactionsFoundational tips from Blake about showing up on video and communicating effectivelyBlake’s best tips for Saturday night poker playersResourcesConnect with Dr. Paulvinhttps://doctorpaulvin.com/Connect with BlakeWebsiteVisit their website to find out more about The Social Edge, a new 90-day program beginning January 10, 2023. 

Living a life of optimum health and vitality is what everyone desires, but how much do we really know about achieving that goal? My guest today is on the cutting edge of biochemical research regarding the most critical foundations of the body’s ability to resist disease, repair cellular damage, and protect neural pathways. It all comes down to plasmalogens and their marvelous work in the body. Join us to learn more!Dr. Dayan Goodenowe is a scientist at Prodrome. He is a researcher and inventor of biochemical mechanisms. His curiosity about the biochemistry of life is as insatiable today as it was 30 years ago. In those 30 years, Dr. Goodenowe invented and developed advanced bio-information technologies, designed and manufactured novel supplements, and identified prodromes of numerous diseases including Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, ALS, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, and numerous cancers. Show Highlights:Get to know Dr. Goodenowe and his background in psychiatry and the biomechanics of diseaseHow Dr. Goodenowe’s research shows the relationship between the decrease of plasmalogens in the brain and muscles over time and several neurological diseases How Dr. Goodenowe’s work is essentially human bioengineering to optimize health and function through strategic supplementationAn explanation of metabolomics and how they work in the bodyWhy genes don’t cause disease but expose the diseases we are unable to make adaptations forHow biochemical engineering can silence genetic predispositions to combat diseaseWhat plasmalogens are, what makes them unique, and what they do in the bodyWhy babies need the plasmalogens in breast milk to help prevent autism and problems in early childhood developmentWhy taking plasmalogens leads to improvements in sleep, calmness, neuromuscular performance, muscle recovery, and cognitive functionHow blood tests can determine plasmalogen levels–and why they should be done around age 40-50Dr. Goodenowe’s recommendations for taking plasmalogens, specifically the ProdromeNeuro and ProdromeGlia oilsHow concussions and brain inflammation are only remedied by feeding them critical components, like plasmalogensHow plasmalogens help in cholesterol transport and oxidative stressWhat Dr. Goodenowe sees as the future of oral plasmalogens–and who should not take themResourcesConnect with Dr. Paulvinhttps://doctorpaulvin.com/Find out more about Dr. Goodenowe’s researchWebsiteFind out more about Prodrome and order supplements Prodrome (Use the discount code “NPaulvin25.”)

Today’s episode takes a close look at breathwork, contrast hot/cold therapy, and the many benefits they bring to our bodies. The physical and mental improvements from these simple hormetic practices are mind-boggling and important for us to understand. Today’s expert guest breaks down the basics of what we need to know for optimal health. Join us to learn more!Avi Greenberg is a certified Wim Hof instructor who teaches private and corporate breathing and does mindfulness coaching. He helps others achieve better lifestyles by improving their relationship with stress, and he works with in-person and remote clients on breathwork, sauna usage, and cold submersion. His next worksop is in San Diego at the end of October. Show Highlights:The basics of Wim Hof breathingHow someone can get started with Wim Hof breathingHow using mouth tape for nasal breathing at night can improve your breathing, circulation, sleep quality, and immune systemAvi’s recommendations for breathwork for stress management (Hint: It’s all about the exhale!)Why breathing in six cycles per minute is the sweet spot for the body’s nervous system–and brings multiple health benefitsHow to get started with cold exposure therapy, which boosts white blood cell and dopamine production along with numerous other benefitsHow cold showers can yield similar results and be done at home to push to a higher threshold for everyday stressHow contrast therapy (alternating hot and cold) brings added benefits to the bodyHow ending contrast therapy with cold puts the body in a relaxed and calm state because the heart rate slows downThe recommended numbers for contrasting sauna and cold plunge therapyHighlights of the important safety considerations for contrast therapy and breathwork practicesResources:Connect with Dr. Paulvinhttps://doctorpaulvin.com/Connect with AviWebsite and Instagram XPT Oxygen Advantage Wim Hof Method Remedy Place Prtl Books mentioned by Avi The Oxygen Advantage by Patrick McKeownWhat Doesn’t Kill Us by Scott CarneyThe Wedge by Scott Carney

Hot Topic Alert! Today’s episode takes a deep dive into weight loss and obesity medicine. These topics always generate relevant and interesting conversations. We will also look into the world of hormone balancing for males and females and answer the most common questions that come up. Join us for the conversation!Dr. Kyle Gillett is a specialist in hormones and obesity medicine. He provides holistic, individualized care to his patients, and his practice includes preventative medicine, aesthetics, sports medicine, hormone optimization, obstetrics, fertility, integrative medicine, and precision medicine, including genomics. He believes that each human is a unique creation that requires attention to the body, mind, and soul to achieve optimal health. Kyle enjoys caring for others using shared decision-making and an evidence-based, patient-centered approach. He is active in obesity medicine organizations and firmly believes that food is medicine and exercise is medicine. Dr. Gillett ascribes to six pillars of health: exercise, diet, sleep, stress, sunlight, and spirit; these are more powerful than any medication or supplement. He enjoys spending time outdoors on their farm with his wife, two sons, and their two wolfhounds. Show Highlights:Is there ONE best diet recommended for optimal weight loss?Why the best general guidelines for a healthy diet are to decrease liquid calories and processed foods while increasing the intake of whole foodsWhat Dr. Kyle looks for within lab results to get the big picture of health (Insulin resistance is a biggie!)How a DEXA scan can help track a person’s progress over time in body compositionWhat Dr. Kyle views as the key factors in treating insulin resistanceThe most important lifestyle changes patients can make on the path to optimal healthAn explanation of Zone 2 exercise and its importanceWhy mitochondrial health is vital for wellnessImportant factors to consider about fastingDr. Kyle’s opinion on non-DEXA-scan measures of visceral fat and body fat compositionWhat leptin resistance indicates regarding weight loss and overall healthWhat to know about testosterone and estrogen and their lab testsImportant considerations in SHBG (sex hormone-binding globulin) levelsDr. Kyle’s favorite go-to natural supplements to elevate testosterone levels: carnitine, creatine, and omega-3sDr. Kyle’s stance on estrogen levels in men and testosterone levels in womenWhat Dr. Kyle recommends in hormone replacement therapy for womenResourcesConnect with Dr. Paulvinhttps://doctorpaulvin.com/Connect with Dr. Kyle Website, Instagram, Facebook

Today’s episode, my first solo show, is a deep dive into peptides, bioregulators, and how they interact with other tools in the areas of anti-aging, sports recovery, inflammation, and mitochondrial health. Biohacking technologies have just begun to scratch the surface of understanding all that peptides can do, and this is a rapidly evolving area of health optimization. Let’s break down the basics of peptide therapy together.Show Highlights:A basic introduction to peptides, what they do, and how we should take themWhy some peptides have FDA approval and some do notWhy different peptides come in different forms and are administered in various waysHow peptides work well with bioregulatorsA look at common anti-inflammatory and recovery peptides: BPC-157, Thymosin Beta 4, GHK Copper, KPV, Pentosan, and CerebrolysinWhat we know about growth hormone peptides and their benefitsA look at common growth hormone peptides: Tesamorelin, CJC-1295, MK-677, and AOD ResourcesConnect with Dr. Paulvindoctorpaulvin.com