2% With Michael Easter

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.twopct.comSubstack recently asked the Two Percent community to beta-test their live video feature—so we decided to use the new feature to do a live AMA.Today’s episode features the audio from that AMA plus some special bonus content to deliver more context and actionable information to the answers.We’ll answer the following questions from Two Percent readers:* What are some core Two-Percent activities I can do to improve my health?* Does rucking build muscle, and is it more of a strength or cardio activity?* Are greens powders like AG1/Athletic Greens worth it?* What do you think of balance tools like balance boards and slack blocks?* I have trouble gaining muscle. What are the fundamentals of building muscle?* Are you working on another book?Check out TWOPCT.com to watch the video and get all the resources mentioned in the episode.

Learn how 50 minutes of running reduces death risk by 27%. Find out how different exercises compare for health benefits like rucking, swimming, cycling, weight lifting, and everyday activities. Discover how the benefits of running can be translated to various activities in an engaging episode.

We recently held the first Two Percent Don’t Die retreat.Our next Don’t Die retreat is scheduled for November 2 and 3 in Las Vegas. Join here.Today we’re covering three important lessons from that event—tactics that anyone can use to stay safe at home and abroad. You’ll learn:* How to build an plan to avoid danger, whether traveling or at home.* How to move from point A to B (escape, driving/car skills, walking cities).* How to avoid being targeted at a hotel and make your hotel room safer.Learn more about the event below. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.twopct.com/subscribe

This podcast covers a variety of topics such as processed meat consumption, the benefits of running, solo sleep arrangements, the decline in violent deaths, women's sports, and how to get organic food at a discount. It also delves into fascinating statistics on revenue projections, gender equality in sports, and food shelf life. The episode ends with a quote and a reflective question for the listeners.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.twopct.comToday we’re diving into the important and ever-evolving science of human gut health and our microbiome. What we think we know about our guts and their health is constantly shifting. Yet getting to the bottom of what makes a healthy gut is worth considering. It’s linked to many chronic diseases. We’ll cover:* Upsides and downsides of sanitizing.* The benefits of “germs.”* A groundbreaking hunter-gatherer gut health study.* The truth about probiotic supplements.* Why modern life gives us “weaker armor” against disease.* Six practical ways to protect your gut, which can lead to reduce risk of disease.Become a Member of Two Percent to listen to this post in full and get full access to all our podcasts, posts, and other valuable bonuses.

Michael recently analyzed three reports on the health trends of 2024. He’ll explain:* Nine of the most popular health trends of 2024.* Why some of these trends can improve your health—and some can hurt it.* You’ll learn which of these trends are worth your time, and which you can ignore.* The result: You’ll boost your health and performance while saving time, money, and energy—and you’ll avoid harm.This episode is free to all listeners. If you want access to all our episodes, Two Percent posts, and community, become a Member at TWOPCT.com. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.twopct.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.twopct.comJuly’s Gear Not Stuff features the 13 best pieces of outdoor and hiking gear.Our Gear Not Stuff picks come from three friends who have spent more time in the wilderness than just about anyone. I’d venture to bet only trees spend more time out there than them.They’ve tested more gear over more miles and in more sketchy situations than just about anyone. Which means their 13 picks will work for you.They delivered epic recommendations for critical items ranging from a tent, sleeping bag, pack, and pad, to inexpensive accessories that make your time outdoors far more enjoyable and safer.To listen to the full episode, become a Member at TWOPCT.com.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.twopct.comMany fitness tracker companies claim their devices will help you become more active. Michael recently went down the rabbit hole to learn if that claim is true—and the answer is far more fascinating than he anticipated. Here’s what today’s podcast covers: * The chicken/egg problem of fitness trackers.* Results from studies on long-term tracker use.* Whether fitness trackers lead people to become more active.* Reasons why people stop using trackers.* Three features science tells us we should look for in a tracker.* Why your tracker is wrong and what to do about it.* Final thoughts on trackers and activity.Become a Member of Two Percent to get full access to this episode, all Two Percent posts and podcast, plus access to our epic community.

Michael covers a counterintuitive way to run faster—by not using GPS. He covers:* The benefits and drawbacks of using GPS while running.* Why more coaches are advising runners to leave their GPS technology at home.* The benefits of running without technology.* Four methods that can help you run faster, reduce your risk of injury, and improve your enjoyment of running.Become a Member of Two Percent to get full access to all three of our weekly posts and podcasts—plus access to our epic community and bonuses.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.twopct.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.twopct.comThis month’s Two Percent Burn the Ships workout requires just one weight and 21 minutes of your time. But it moves fast and hits hard. * It works your entire body without any fluff. * It burns fat while improving strength in some of the most important movements a human can do.* It transfers over to helping you move and perform better in all other activities—from rucking to golf to pickleball—and life in general.We’ll cover the workout and explain why doing one tough workout a week is important for health, VO2 max, and more. Become a Member to access the full podcast, get video of all the exercises, and see the workout in written form.