
The Kris Gethin Podcast
Kris Gethin is widely known across the health and fitness space as one of the leading body transformation specialists in the world - he has been voted as the worlds #1 transformation coach and personal trainer on various platforms such as Trainerize and Bodybuilding.com and governing bodies such as PT Academy.
As the co-founder of the Kris Gethin Gyms franchise, co-founder of Unmatched Supplements, former editor-in-chief of BodyBuilding.com, former editor-at-large at Weider Publications and former publisher of Kaged Muscle magazine, Kris has helped educate and change the lives of millions of people. Kris is the host of The Kris Gethin Podcast and author of the best-selling book Body by Design. Kris has competed as a natural pro bodybuilder, IRONMAN Triathlete, Ultramarathoner, Spartan competitor and Motocross racer of 13 years.
He currently helps celebrities several months of the year, trains clients online year round via www.krisgethin.com and hosts anti-aging/fitness and biohacking seminars and retreats worldwide.
In this podcast, Kris dissects myths of muscle building and endurance, bridges the gap between health and sports supplementation, expands upon the healing benefits of smart nutrition, and strategies to change your perception for a happier, healthier and real way of life.
For more information check out https://www.krisgethin.com/
Latest episodes

Jan 28, 2020 • 1h 25min
93. Upgrade Your Brain and Performance with Primal Living and Biohacking
On this episode of Knowledge and Mileage, Kris talks with Joe DiStefano, primal living coach, executive of Spartan Races and CEO of Runga Retreats. We dive into why primal exercise, diets and lifestyle have been so effective in optimizing health, performance and mindset. We discuss what makes hot and cold therapy so beneficial, why the "food pyramid" gets it wrong, and the primal lifestyle pillars of earthing, light exposure and movement. Listen to the end to hear why Runga has become a premiere retreat in the paleo/primal world. Time Stamps Why the letters after your name don’t mean much if you are not changing lives [2:00] The two things that taught him the most in his life [5:02] The importance of healthy fats in correlation to repairing traumatic brain injuries [6:20] How he changed the way he exercised after going through his traumatic brain injury [10:30] Why it’s all in the journey and participation [13:35] When you expose your body to extremes everything in between gets easier [15:46] The benefits of hold/cold contrast [21:07] How athletes in Iceland are a product of the culture [26:38] How light exposure impacts your sleep [29:36] Hacks to improve your sleep and jump-start your day [34:24] Fasting 101: What is it, who is it for and suggestions on how to start? [45:50] What is Runga? Who is it for and what the experience can do for you? [1:02:51] The polarity in the nutrition space [1:10:13] Fixing the corporate culture [1:13:09] Featured Guest: Joe DiStefano Website Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned STACKED Podcast The 4-Hour Body - Book by Tim Ferriss Sunlighten Infrared Saunas chiliPAD Sleep System Crossfit XY Lights Out: Sleep, Sugar, and Survival – Book by T. S. Wiley BLUblox **Code GETHIN at checkout** Stacked 018 - The Science of Blue Light with Andy Mant Joovv What Is Intermittent Fasting, and Will It Help Your Sleep? Intermittent fasting: Surprising update Redmond Real Salt Interview with Ben Greenfield | The Knowledge and Mileage Podcast RUNGA Mobility Balls | RUNGA **Code GETHIN at checkout – receive Breathe Better, Move Better e-book for free** People Mentioned Paul Chek Tim Ferriss David Sinclair David Goggins Ben Greenfield Episode Sponsors BiOptimizers is HOOKING YOU UP! They want to give you a FREE bottle of their Kris approved P3OM Probiotics. As with all BiOptimizers products they are extremely high quality and a great formulation. All you have to do is go to P3OM.com/KrisFree to claim your free bottle. Hurry up! This offer is only good while supplies last. It is nearly impossible to consume a high enough amount of greens. That is why I turn to Organifi to fill in the gaps. Check out their amazing tasting Greens formula and get 20% on Organifi.com if you use the code GETHIN at checkout. This episode is also brought to you by Laird's Superfood. Laird's just launched an amazing new product in time for winter: hot chocolate with functional mushrooms! It uses all natural ingredients plus includes all 4 MCT isolates, blend of reishi, chaga, and maitake mushrooms and of course their signature Aquimin extract. Use code GETHIN20 for 20% off your total purchase at LairdSuperfood.com One of the many reasons I train so hard is so that I can look awesome and that goes beyond the gym to my personal care routine as well. That is why we are hooking you up with 20% off the high quality skin care products at VisualChemistrySkin.com. Just use the code GETHIN20 at checkout to claim your discount. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Jan 21, 2020 • 1h 4min
92. How To Build Premium Multi-Million Dollar Bodybuilding Businesses
On this episode of Knowledge and Mileage, Kris talks with Michael Johansson, founder of Gasp Clothing and Better Bodies. We dive into what it takes to build a successful fitness brand as well as the latest from Gasp HQ, Destination Dallas. Listen to the end to hear what's next for body building's premiere apparel line and what's coming with the brand new Destination Dallas gym. Time Stamps What is Destination Dallas and what do we have to look forward to with the new location? [3:45] How did he get involved in the industry of bodybuilding and fitness in the first place? [6:30] Creating a brand of his own, the process that went into it, scaling and the challenges he faced [12:45] What distinguished his brand from the rest of the market? [18:25] Breaking into the international market, the origins of GASP, the importance of getting the ‘feeling’ into the product and more [20:57] Where was his marketing put into? [27:43] How does he go about choosing ambassadors for his brands? [30:00] How success is NOT measured on money, but rather on social belonging [33:00] What is the reasoning behind the GASP Iron World Tours? [34:50] Pushing boundaries, trusting your gut and always pushing forward [39:53] How did GASP get started from an idea to a business? Do you require capital or investors? What was the spark that pushed you guys to make that leap from forming this business? [42:34] With the advent of social media and the ability to market outside your demographic, do you plan to use that to expand your product offerings? If so, can you share what data you have used and how you made that determination? [44:32] What recommendations or advice do you have for someone interested in starting their own brand or company? What obstacles did you face and what challenges seem insurmountable in the beginning? [45:57] Making life and adventure and NOT work [50:00] What does the future look like for Better Bodies and GASP? [51:55] The importance of focusing on the journey rather than the destination [54:40] Featured Guest: Michael Johansson Facebook Twitter Related Links/Products Mentioned Destination Dallas Better Bodies**Coupon code GETHIN20 at checkout** GASP**Coupon code GETHIN20 at checkout** IRON WORLD TOUR - GASP China Iron World Tour Blog Episode Sponsors BiOptimizers is HOOKING YOU UP! They want to give you a FREE bottle of their Kris approved P3OM Probiotics. As with all BiOptimizers products they are extremely high quality and a great formulation. All you have to do is go to P3OM.com/KrisFree to claim your free bottle. Hurry up! This offer is only good while supplies last. It is nearly impossible to consume a high enough amount of greens. That is why I turn to Organifi to fill in the gaps. Check out their amazing tasting Greens formula and get 20% on Organifi.com if you use the code GETHIN at checkout. This episode is also brought to you by Laird's Superfood. Laird's just launched an amazing new product in time for winter: hot chocolate with functional mushrooms! It uses all natural ingredients plus includes all 4 MCT isolates, blend of reishi, chaga, and maitake mushrooms and of course their signature Aquimin extract. Use code GETHIN20 for 20% off your total purchase at LairdSuperfood.com One of the many reasons I train so hard is so that I can look awesome and that goes beyond the gym to my personal care routine as well. That is why we are hooking you up with 20% off the high quality skin care products at VisualChemistrySkin.com. Just use the code GETHIN20 at checkout to claim your discount. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Jan 14, 2020 • 1h 13min
91. Dirty Sanchez to Vegan and Extreme Endurance Athlete: Interview with Mathew Pritchard
You could say Mathew Pritchard has done it all. Professional skateboarder, stuntman, TV personality, IRONMAN athlete and vegan chef, his credentials are about as wide ranging as anyone. On this episode of the Knowledge and Mileage Podcast, Kris unpacks the grit and mental strength that has kept Mathew going through it all. Time Stamps The fine balance between all the things he has going on [1:08] What was the climate for pro skateboarders in Cardiff? [5:01] Pritchard vs Dainton: The origin story behind the birth of ‘Dirty Sanchez' [11:14] Has he suffered any permanent injuries from the show? [17:12] The ‘mental’ transition from ‘Dirty Sanchez’ to endurance athlete [18:21] The solo journey to getting what he wanted [22:39] What were the extremes he went through after doing his first IRONMAN? [26:14] From tears of happiness to tears of pain: The mental roller-coaster he endured through his endurance races [31:35] Tips for someone who wants to get into their first Ironman race [36:58] Where did the ‘Dirty Vegan’ come from? [43:40] Has the propose behind the book been fulfilled? [49:04] Does he take supplements? [55:52] Endurance athletes and keeping healthy testosterone levels [57:23] His latest injury from his trip to Dubai [1:00:15] Featured Guest: Mathew Pritchard Instagram Facebook Related Links/Products Mentioned Dirty Sanchez - Series 1 - The Best of Matthew Pritchard Dirty Sanchez [2002] Pritchard Vs Dainton Promo - The VERY BEGINNING of Dirty Sanchez Dirty Sanchez (Unrated & Uncensored) Dirty Sanchez star Matthew Pritchard attempts world record challenge in aid of charities BBC’s Dirty Vegan Host Matthew Pritchard Crushes 10 Triathlons in 10 Days Dirty Vegan - Book by Matthew Pritchard Matt Pritchard SWYD - YouTube Dirty Vegan - BBC One Dirty Vegan: Another Bite - Book by Matthew Pritchard Episode Sponsors BiOptimizers is HOOKING YOU UP! They want to give you a FREE bottle of their Kris approved P3OM Probiotics. As with all BiOptimizers products they are extremely high quality and a great formulation. All you have to do is go to P3OM.com/KrisFree to claim your free bottle. Hurry! This offer is only good while supplies last. It is nearly impossible to consume a high enough amount of greens. That is why I turn to Organifi to fill in the gaps. Check out their amazing tasting Greens formula and get 20% on Organifi.com if you use the code GETHIN at checkout. This episode is also brought to you by Laird's Superfood. Laird's just launched an amazing new product in time for winter: hot chocolate with functional mushrooms! It uses all natural ingredients, including all 4 MCT isolates, a blend of reishi, chaga, and maitake mushrooms, and of course, their signature Aquimin extract. Use code GETHIN20 for 20% off your total purchase at LairdSuperfood.com One of the many reasons I train so hard is so that I can look awesome and that goes beyond the gym to my personal care routine as well. That is why we are hooking you up with 20% off the high quality skin care products at VisualChemistrySkin.com. Just use the code KRIS20 at checkout to claim your discount. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Jan 8, 2020 • 51min
90. From Multi-Millionaire Failure to Spiritual Success: The Power of Plant Medicine
10 years ago, Gerry Powell was living the American Dream. He had just sold his company for $94 million, owned 5 houses, 20+ cars and 2 planes. But he wasn't happy. While his life looked like a dream from the outside, he was hooked on Demerol, was an alcoholic and suicidal. After several failed rehab attempts, his life didn't change until he was introduced to the plant medicine ayahuasca. Fast forward to today and Gerry is living a life of peace, happiness and prosperity in Costa Rica after founding the world's highest rated resort which happens to center around the plant medicine and spiritual healing that changed his own life. Tune in to hear the conversation he and Kris had while Kris was at a retreat at the world reknown Rythmia! Time Stamps From a drug addict to nearly committing suicide to winding up on ‘the moon’. Gerard shares his fascinating background to where he is today [0:45] Not as advertised: The experience that is Rythmia [10:20] How being ‘woke’ is a scam [13:36] The miracle of changing your perspective [15:24] Making the case why you should visit Rythmia [18:01] The details of his first ayahuasca experience? [20:06] Why he believes love is trying to keep us from slaughtering each other [21:14] The concept of being ‘split’ + the value of relationships, family and connection [23:35] Why they believe the medicine takes care of the past. The benefits of stem cell therapy [30:00] How is ayahuasca different from other psychedelics? [36:35] Does he have any plans for expansion? [38:55] Where to go if people want to visit Rythmia? [41:30] Featured Guest: Gerard Armond Powell Website Instagram Facebook Related Links/Products Mentioned Sh*t the Moon Said: A Story of Sex, Drugs, and Ayahuasca - Book by Gerard Powell Rythmia The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest. National Geographic Books - Book by Dan Buettner Lightning Speed Healing Hack or Overpriced Fad? What You Need To Know About Stem Cells How Adult Stem Cells Can Help Stop Pain and Reverse Aging Rythmia Life Advancement Center - TripAdvisor People Mentioned Dr. Jeff McNairy Chris Cavallini Laird Hamilton Wim Hof Joe Rogan Dave Asprey Ben Greenfield Episode Sponsors BiOptimizers is HOOKING YOU UP! They want to give you a FREE bottle of their Kris approved P3OM Probiotics. As with all BiOptimizers products they are extremely high quality and a great formulation. All you have to do is go to P3OM.com/KrisFree to claim your free bottle. Hurry! This offer is only good while supplies last. It is nearly impossible to consume a high enough amount of greens. That is why I turn to Organifi to fill in the gaps. Check out their amazing tasting Greens formula and get 20% on Organifi.com if you use the code GETHIN at checkout. This episode is also brought to you by Laird's Superfood. Laird's just launched an amazing new product in time for winter: hot chocolate with functional mushrooms! It uses all natural ingredients, including all 4 MCT isolates, a blend of reishi, chaga, and maitake mushrooms, and of course, their signature Aquimin extract. Use code GETHIN20 for 20% off your total purchase at LairdSuperfood.com One of the many reasons I train so hard is so that I can look awesome and that goes beyond the gym to my personal care routine as well. That is why we are hooking you up with 20% off the high quality skin care products at VisualChemistrySkin.com. Just use the code KRIS20 at checkout to claim your discount. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Dec 31, 2019 • 37min
89. Kris Gethin’s Tips to Upgrade Yourself in 2020
In this episode of Knowledge and Mileage, Kris recaps what he did differently in 2019 and unpack the habits he is taking into 2020 to upgrade his body, mind and soul. Time Stamps Why we DON’T always need competition to feel good [0:14] Kris's path to ultimate health and longevity [3:45] The value of enjoying the journey, rather than the destination [5:10] How he has been kicking ass and becoming harder to kill in the gym in 2019 [7:05] The various bio-hacks he has implemented to quantify his overall quality of life [13:04] What books he read in 2019 [14:11] The importance of experiences rather than materialistic possessions [17:20] STOP comparing yourself to others and FOCUS on you! [18:45] Kris’s recommendations to start TODAY to create the life you want in 2020 [22:02] Related Links/Products Mentioned Health Kik Kris Gethin - YouTube Kaged Supplements The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest – Book by Dan Buettner Earthing & Grounding Products BLUblox PEMF Device Brain Sensing Headband - Technology Enhanced ... - Muse 2 Super Human: The Bulletproof Plan to Age Backward and Maybe Even Live Forever - Book by Dave Asprey The Metabolic Typing Diet: Customize Your Diet To: Free Yourself from Food Cravings: Achieve Your Ideal Weight; Enjoy High Energy and Robust Health; Prevent and Reverse Disease – Book by William L. Wolcott and Trish Fahey Lifespan: Why We Age—and Why We Don't Have To - Book by David Sinclair Healthy Gut, Healthy You – Book by Dr. Michael Ruscio The Five Love Languages - Book by Gary Chapman Sh*t the Moon Said: A Story of Sex, Drugs, and Ayahuasca – Book by Gerard Powell People Mentioned Dr. Anthony G. Jay Dr. Marvin L Sponaugle Dave Asprey David Sinclair Dr. Michael Ruscio, DNM, DC Gerard Armond Powell Episode Sponsors This episode is brought to you by Laird's Superfood. If you are on the go like Kris is and need a pick-me-up use Laird's InstaFuel because it goes beyond just coffee and includes their amazing superfood creamer. Use code GETHIN20 for 20% off your first purchase. Want to upgrade your digestion? Check out MassZymes by BioOptimizers, the most powerful protein-digesting enzyme on the planet. Use code KRIS20 for 20% off your order at https://masszymes.com/kris20 BioOptimizers not only has the best solution for assistance in protein digestion, their brand new supplement Kenergize is now here to help with fat digestion! Use code KRIS20 at www.kenergize.com/kris/ for 20% a bottle of BioOptimizers Kenergize today! Big thanks to Organifi, the makers of one of my favorite nighttime drinks, the Organifi Gold. Most people usually crave something soothing and nurturing before bed. Of course, a dairy such as yogurt or ice cream is out, but ingredients such as coconut milk, turmeric, cinnamon, lemon balm and ginger in a warm beverage can help reduce stress and induce a nice calming effect to quantify a better sleep cycle of Deep and REM. go to Organifi.com and enter code GETHIN at checkout to receive 20% off your order. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Dec 24, 2019 • 1h 31min
88. Drug Dealer to Millionaire: Spitting in the Face of Adversity: Interview with Chris Cavallini
Chris Cavallini sits down with Kris after a high intensity workout to give us the deep dive on overcoming adversity and achieving your goals. Chris is no stranger to adversity as a kid he bounced between foster homes, dealt with abuse and was arrested 17 times in 1 year. Out of all of that, Chris rose up and founded one of the country's top meal prep services, Nutrition Solutions. In this episode Chris gives us the lowdown on the benefits of discomfort, how to master your mind to breed success and his philosophies on building a successful business. Time Stamps Why attention to detail is a lost art [3:13] Don’t feed the baby dragon [8:25] Looking at every situation as an opportunity rather than being negative [9:46] The skill of being able to detach from your feelings [18:45] Seeking the discomfort [20:47] The power of the human spirit [32:12] How you do anything is how you do everything [36:43] The key to happiness in life is progress [42:28] Life is NOT a highlight reel [49:12] One team with one mission. What does a morning ‘muster’ look like at Nutrition Solutions? [57:16] Taking pride in the details [1:01:50] What does his morning routine look like? [1:12:14] His funny TV story [1:16:04] His calling towards enlightenment [1:20:30] Featured Guest: Chris Cavallini Website YouTube Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned Nutrition Solutions Nutrition solutions workout held by Kris Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World - Book by William H. McRaven Rythmia People Mentioned Ashley Horner Dave Asprey Joe Rogan Episode Sponsors This episode is brought to you by Laird's Superfood. If you are on the go like Kris is and need a pick-me-up use Laird's InstaFuel because it goes beyond just coffee and includes their amazing superfood creamer. Use code GETHIN20 for 20% off your first purchase. Want to upgrade your digestion? Check out MassZymes by BioOptimizers, the most powerful protein-digesting enzyme on the planet. Use code KRIS20 for 20% off your order at https://masszymes.com/kris20 BioOptimizers not only has the best solution for assistance in protein digestion, their brand new supplement Kenergize is now here to help with fat digestion! Use code KRIS20 at www.kenergize.com/kris/ for 20% a bottle of BioOptimizers Kenergize today! Big thanks to Organifi, the makers of one of my favorite nighttime drinks, the Organifi Gold. Most people usually crave something soothing and nurturing before bed. Of course, a dairy such as yogurt or ice cream is out, but ingredients such as coconut milk, turmeric, cinnamon, lemon balm and ginger in a warm beverage can help reduce stress and induce a nice calming effect to quantify a better sleep cycle of Deep and REM. go to Organifi.com and enter code GETHIN at checkout to receive 20% off your order. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Dec 17, 2019 • 1h 14min
87. Optimizing Your Sleep, Health and Happiness with The Light Diet: Interview with Matt Maruca
On this episode of Knowledge and Mileage, Kris talks with Matt Maruca, extreme biohacker and expert on the circadian rhythm. Matt has used his struggles as a teenager with his health to develop his signature program The Light Diet which focuses on optimizing your circadian rhythm and biological processes through sun exposure and limiting blue light. Tune in to hear how light exposure is being found to be a root cause of a healthy lifestyle. Time Stamps Why Matt started to focus on holistic health at the age of 13 [4:00] The beginnings of Matt’s idea of a Light Diet [8:45] Managing allergies through dietary and lifestyle changes [12:15] Sun Exposure vs Red Light Therapy and seasonal affective disorder [18:45] Does sunlight cause cancer? The history of the research on sunlight [28:30] Optimizing circadian rhythm with a sun exposure protocol [33:45] How does your circadian rhythm effect your body composition? [43:30] Should you move your training outside? [51:00] Is the increase of blue light devices contributing to childhood obesity? [54:30] Matt simplifies ATP [1:02:30] How Matt manages his light exposure while traveling [1:06:00] Why Matt follows a seafood ketogenic diet [1:08:00] Featured Guest: Matt Maruca Website YouTube Related Links/Products Mentioned Ra Optics Matt’s Blue Blockers Joovv Niels Finsen’s Treatment of Tuberculosis of the Skin Dminder App Study on Leptin Resistance and Obesity People Mentioned Dr. Jack Kruse Episode Sponsors This episode is brought to you by Laird's Superfood. If you are on the go like Kris is and need a pick-me-up use Laird's InstaFuel because it goes beyond just coffee and includes their amazing superfood creamer. Use code GETHIN20 for 20% off your first purchase. Want to upgrade your digestion? Check out MassZymes by BioOptimizers, the most powerful protein-digesting enzyme on the planet. Use code KRIS20 for 20% off your order at https://masszymes.com/kris20 BioOptimizers not only has the best solution for assistance in protein digestion, their brand new supplement Kapex is now here to help with fat digestion! Use code KRIS20 at www.kenergize.com/kris/ for 20% a bottle of BioOptimizers Kapex today! Big thanks to Organifi, the makers of one of my favorite nighttime drinks, the Organifi Gold. Most people usually crave something soothing and nurturing before bed. Of course, a dairy such as yogurt or ice cream is out, but ingredients such as coconut milk, turmeric, cinnamon, lemon balm and ginger in a warm beverage can help reduce stress and induce a nice calming effect to quantify a better sleep cycle of Deep and REM. go to Organifi.com and enter code GETHIN at checkout to receive 20% off your order. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Dec 10, 2019 • 1h 4min
86. Intermittent Fasting: Bridging the Gap Between Bodybuilding and Longevity with Siim Land
On this episode of Knowledge and Mileage, Kris talks with biohacker, author and holistic health coach Siim Land. Siim takes us on a deep dive on autophagy, the ketogenic diet and fasting. Time Stamps What is metabolic autophagy? How did he get into it and who is it for? [2:40] The difference between looking big and having muscle vs stimulating your mTor pathway all the time [6:03) What is his view on essential amino acids in regards to stimulating autophagy? [11:20] Does he take his supplements before breaking his fast? [16:40] What does his weight training routine look like? How does he break his fast? [19:21] Why it’s not a good idea to keep your body in a single state all the time [21:30] The process from moving someone from a typical carbohydrate-rich diet into a keto (or fat-adapted) diet [23:40] The importance of practicing moderation and self-control [27:39] The value and benefits of getting quality sleep for longevity and fat loss [30:57] How can one ‘hack’ their deep sleep? [36:48] What are his recommendations for time-restricted eating? [42:15] What aspects of fasting help with muscle hypertrophy? [47:50] Featured Guest: Siim Land Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Twitter Related Links/Products Mentioned Metabolic Autophagy: Practice Intermittent Fasting and Resistance Training to Build Muscle and Promote Longevity - Book by Siim Land (Get for free, just pay for shipping!) Mammalian Target of Rapamycin (mTor) Branched Chain Amino Acids: Beyond Nutrition Metabolism FreeStyle Libre: Continuous Glucose Monitoring System Siim Land – #628 - Dave Asprey Blog Keto Bodybuilding: Build Lean Muscle and Burn Fat at the Same Time by Eating a Low Carb Ketogenic Bodybuilding Diet and Get the Physique of a Greek God – Book by Siim Land Why Blocking Blue-light Could Help Optimize Your Sleep – KMP #58 ChiliPad Organifi Dreem Headband Fasting, circadian rhythms, and time restricted feeding in healthy lifespan DefenderShield People Mentioned Ben Greenfield Dave Asprey Andy Mant Matt Maruca Satchin Panda Episode Sponsors This episode is brought to you by Laird's Superfood. If you are on the go like Kris is and need a pick-me-up use Laird's InstaFuel because it goes beyond just coffee and includes their amazing superfood creamer. Use code GETHIN20 for 20% off your first purchase. Want to upgrade your digestion? Check out MassZymes by BioOptimizers, the most powerful protein-digesting enzyme on the planet. Use code KRIS20 for 20% off your order at https://masszymes.com/kris20 BioOptimizers not only has the best solution for assistance in protein digestion, their brand new supplement Kapex is now here to help with fat digestion! Use code KRIS20 at www.kenergize.com/kris/ for 20% a bottle of BioOptimizers Kapex today! Big thanks to Organifi, the makers of one of my favorite nighttime drinks, the Organifi Gold. Most people usually crave something soothing and nurturing before bed. Of course, a dairy such as yogurt or ice cream is out, but ingredients such as coconut milk, turmeric, cinnamon, lemon balm and ginger in a warm beverage can help reduce stress and induce a nice calming effect to quantify a better sleep cycle of Deep and REM. go to Organifi.com and enter code GETHIN at checkout to receive 20% off your order. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Dec 5, 2019 • 1h 10min
85. Music, Mushrooms, Ram Dass and Gratitude: Interview with East Forest
In this episode of Knowledge and Mileage, we are diving into spirituality with musician East Forest. East Forest creates music inspired by meditation, spirituality and nature. We dive into spirituality, psychedelics, and the minimalist lifestyle that drives East Forest's music and life. Time Stamps Why East Forest left New York City to live minimally out west [5:00] Finding inspiration disconnected from the outside world [9:30] What it was like recording with the legendary Ram Dass [13:30] Be Here Now. Finding the present and grounding into gratitude [16:00] Working your soul muscles in addition to your physical ones [22:30] The spiritual and physical practices that East Forest follows [26:30] Using your gift to inspire others through action [34:30] The future doesn’t exist. Using the present to appreciate what you have not what you could have had [39:00 Plant medicine - are psychedelics as harmful as we were made to believe? [45:00] Ram Dass, psychedleics and spiritual awakening [50:00] East Forest's experience with ayahuasca [57:00] Featured Guest Website Instagram Twitter YouTube Related Links/Products Mentioned Podcast with Aiden Gethin East Forest x Ram Dass Music for Mushrooms: A Soundtrack for the Spiritual Practitioner People Mentioned Ram Dass Gerard Powell Rhythmia Episode Sponsors This episode is brought to you by Laird's Superfood. If you are on the go like Kris is and need a pick-me-up use Laird's InstaFuel because it goes beyond just coffee and includes their amazing superfood creamer. Use code GETHIN20 for 20% off your first purchase. Want to upgrade your digestion? Check out MassZymes by BioOptimizers, the most powerful protein-digesting enzyme on the planet. Use code KRIS20 for 20% off your order at https://masszymes.com/kris20 BioOptimizers not only has the best solution for assistance in protein digestion, their brand new supplement Kapex is now here to help with fat digestion! Use code KRIS20 at www.kenergize.com/kris/ for 20% a bottle of BioOptimizers Kapex today! Big thanks to Organifi, the makers of one of my favorite nighttime drinks, the Organifi Gold. Most people usually crave something soothing and nurturing before bed. Of course, a dairy such as yogurt or ice cream is out, but ingredients such as coconut milk, turmeric, cinnamon, lemon balm and ginger in a warm beverage can help reduce stress and induce a nice calming effect to quantify a better sleep cycle of Deep and REM. go to Organifi.com and enter code GETHIN at checkout to receive 20% off your order. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Dec 3, 2019 • 59min
84. Lower Your Cortisol for Free by Fine Tuning Your State of Consciousness: Interview with Marisa Weppner
Yogi and meditation coach Marisa Weppner of Sage Yoga Boise joins us today to dive into training your mind. Marisa has been living yoga for over 17 years and has made it her life's work to spread the art and science of yoga. Tune in to hear about Kris' experience with mindfulness and yoga as well as why you should incorporate yoga into your fitness routine. Time Stamps How psychedelics started Marisa’s spiritual journey [6:30] The struggles of building a yoga business in rural America [13:00] Why you should reconnecting with a digital detox [20:00] How to resist distraction during mindful moments [23:30] Finding the present moment [30:30] Intuition vs quantification. Why your relationship with your physical body matters [34:30] As a weightlifter, how can you incorporate yoga into your training routine? [38:00] Marisa’s greatest resource to help you learn yoga [44:45] Consciousness and goal setting. Using the present moment to take a break from planning the future and recognizing your past accomplishments [53:00] Featured Guest: Marisa Weppner Website Instagram Facebook Events Related Links/Products Mentioned Sage Yoga Boise Esalen Retreats Vinyasa Yoga Made Simple XPT Training People Mentioned Laird Hamilton Episode Sponsors This episode is brought to you by Laird's Superfood. If you are on the go like Kris is and need a pick-me-up use Laird's InstaFuel because it goes beyond just coffee and includes their amazing superfood creamer. Use code GETHIN20 for 20% off your first purchase. Want to upgrade your digestion? Check out MassZymes by BioOptimizers, the most powerful protein-digesting enzyme on the planet. Use code KRIS20 for 20% off your order at https://masszymes.com/kris20 BioOptimizers not only has the best solution for assistance in protein digestion, their brand new supplement Kapex is now here to help with fat digestion! Use code KRIS20 at www.kenergize.com/kris/ for 20% a bottle of BioOptimizers Kapex today! Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin