Align Podcast

In this episode, the host and his assistant answer fan questions about balancing flexibility and strength training, unusual health problems, diet, enlarging the penial region, lower back pain, best ways to get over a cold, favorite spiritual teacher, taking steroids, gua sha for recovery, sauna/cold plunge before or after a workout, going too far with biohacking, relieving temporary bloating, and the biggest risks taken this year.

In this episode of the Align podcast, we’re taking a look back at some of our top episodes of 2023, exploring all things health and wellness. From surfing legend Laird Hamilton, to popular figures like Mike Israetel, we’ve put together some of the best bits from the podcast. Gabor Maté, Robert E Grant, Peter Crone, and Amanda Bucci also feature in this highlight reel for the year! Thank you to our sponsors: Start your membership today and receive $250 off at mylifeforce.com/align, and get 15% off addition purchases with code ALIGN Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-yearsupply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/ALIGN.

In this episode of the Align podcast, we join Chris Sanborn (Mukhande Singh) for a deep dive on natural raw water advocacy, and his business: Alive Water.  We cover the harmful effects of chemicals in tap water, and the transformative power of natural spring water. We also explore Chris's spotlight in popular culture, and the technologies he uses to improve water quality. Chris Sanborn is a leader and advocate for drinking unprocessed spring water in reusable glass. He founded the first company which offers lab tested safe and probiotic spring water delivery. Sanborn believes earth could be restored to a pristine paradise, by influencing human desire to source our food, water, and medicine from natural landscapes. Thank you to our sponsors: For 15% off fresh spring water delivery from Alive Waters, head to alivewaters.com and use promo code ALIGN Head to BetterHelp.com/ALIGNPOD today to get 10% off your first month of therapy. Head over to brain.fm/align and get one month FREE and experience deeper focus, relaxation, and sleep, on demand with Brain.fm.

Brian Mackenzie, an expert in breathwork and performance enhancement, discusses the science of breathwork, CO2 tolerance, nasal breathing techniques, and mental calmness in chaotic situations. The conversation highlights manipulating CO2 levels for better performance, hyperventilation for mental state shifts, and the impact of breathwork on the mind and body. The importance of nasal breathing, mouth breathing differences, and utilizing breathwork for peak performance are also explored.

Dr Mike Israetel, a PhD in Sport Physiology, discusses meditation, spirituality, and building mental strength. They explore dreams and their impact on reality, dive into neuroscience, talk about telepathy, and touch upon the science behind cell phones.

Jim Kwik, a renowned expert on brain training and cognitive types, discusses ways to incorporate brain training in daily life. He explores the concept of cognitive types as 'brain animals' and their impact on thinking, learning, and leading. Other topics include personalized learning, the role of nootropics in brain health, and adopting healthy routines for increased mindfulness.

Dan Clark, CEO of Brain.fm, discusses the power of music in regulating mental states. Topics include acoustic neuroscience, Brain.fm's use of science-based music, managing symptoms of ADHD, and the impact of music on mental states. They also explore the differences between BrainFM and binaural beats, the relationship between music and mental states, and alternative methods to achieve similar effects without technology.

Shawn Stevenson, author of 'Eat Smarter', discusses the influence of eating habits on health outcomes. Topics include dangers of TV dinners, benefits of communal eating, rise in autoimmune disorders, understanding body signals, and science-backed recipes to improve metabolic health.

Dave Asprey, 'Father of Biohacking' shares insights on topics like stem cells, tissue regeneration, alternatives to stem cell treatment, and reversing Macular degeneration. They discuss optimizing training, 'retard strength', tapping into untapped power, and the extraordinary adaptability of tardigrades. They also explore personalized health care, the importance of mitochondrial function, hacking ADHD, and the role of stem cells in regeneration. Additionally, they touch on biohacking, mitochondria, trace minerals, and using different types of stem cells for therapy.

Food activist Vani Hari discusses the tactics used by food companies to mislead consumers, impacts of chemicals in processed foods, and the need for transparency with labeling. She shares her avoidance of microwaves and healthier eating habits. They also discuss her latest cookbook, 'Food Babe Family'.