On this episode of Knowledge and Mileage, we are joined by boxer-turned-bodybuilder Mike Rashid and his business partner, Sean Torbati.  Kris, Mike, and Sean discuss mastering your mind and body through training, nutrition and meditation. They talk about shortcuts vs fundamentals or "low hanging fruit" when it comes to improving your life and the necessities of mastering the fundaments of training and nutrition prior to implementing biohacking tricks and finally how mindfulness has improved Sean, Kris, and Mike's lives. Time Stamps Turning weaknesses into strengths when you encounter adversity [1:51] How to deal with haters and trolls [4:28] How to identify vibrational mismatches [8:50] The power of meditation [9:56] Exercising your right to consuming the information that makes you happy and STOP what doesn’t [16:14]  Why you must pick from the low hanging fruit before you ‘bio hack’ your life [21:21] Is there anything wrong with vanity? [30:30] Where do we draw the line to the number of followers you have to being respected? [37:11] How through suffering comes growth and camaraderie [45:25] Why there are few products out there that merge the health and performance sectors [51:00] Featured Guest: Mike Rashid Website YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter Featured Guest: Sean Torbati YouTube Instagram Twitter Related Links/Products Mentioned The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment - Book by Eckhart Tolle Mind Field : Season 1 Sh*t the Moon Said: A Story of Sex, Drugs, and Ayahuasca – Book by Gerard Powell Interview with Ben Greenfield - Kris Gethin Joe Rogan Experience #1349 - David Sinclair Travis Scott: Look Mom I Can Fly Ambrosia Collective Kaged Muscle The Life Stylist Podcast People Mentioned Michael Eric Dyson Eckhart Tolle Michael Stevens Gerard Armond Powell Aubrey Marcus Josh Trent Joe Rogan Ben Greenfield David Sinclair, PhD AO Tito Raymond Episode Sponsors 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. This episode is brought to you by our friends at Joovv. As many of you know, Kris has been using Joovv light therapy to hack his circadian rhythm, testosterone and overall health. The benefits are far too long to list here so visit Joovv.com/Kris for more information and to receive a special gift with the purchase of any Joovv product. This episode is also 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 Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Joining us today is the new Mr. Olympia Brandon Curry! In this episode of Knowledge and Mileage, Brandon fills us in on his long and winding road to the Olympia title. From an 8 contest season to placing last in the Olympia and moving to Kuwait to the Olympia title, Mr. Olympia has a wealth on knowledge to share with all of us. Time Stamps Brandon talks about the sacrifices, challenges and family dynamics of training to be Mr. Olympia [4:30] Why Brandon moved from fitness modeling to full fledged bodybuilding [12:00] The moment Brandon realized he belonged on the Olympia stage [17:45] How the Arnold win prepped Brandon to win Mr. Olympia [24:00] Why Brandon competed 8 times in 2015 just to get on stage at the Olympia. And how he ended up training in Kuwait [26:00] How training in Kuwait changed the game for Brandon [32:00] How the judges threw Brandon’s plans for a loop this year [40:00] Would Brandon go back and change his approach in his early days in the sport? [45:00] What would Mr. Olympia tell those who are still trying to reach their goals? [48:00] Can Brandon see himself following in Dexter Jackson's footsteps and compete forever? [56:00] Featured Guest: Brandon Curry YouTube Instagram People Mentioned Oxygen Gyms Coach Abdullah Hadi Choopan William Bonac Jay Cutler Ronnie Coleman Dexter Jackson Dr. Dre Muscle and Fitness Flex Mag Episode Sponsors 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. This episode is brought to you by our friends at Joovv. As many of you know, Kris has been using Joovv light therapy to hack his circadian rhythm, testosterone and overall health. The benefits are far too long to list here so visit Joovv.com/Kris for more information and to receive a special gift with the purchase of any Joovv product. This episode is also 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 Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Tito Raymond joins us today to chat about his bodybuilding career, rehab and parenting! We start by diving into Tito's rehab protocol post hip replacement. From there we touch on his history of bodybuilding, why he chose to compete natural and how the sport has changed over the years. Finally we finish up with Tito's advice on living a healthy lifestyle and raising kids in a digital age. Time Stamps How Kris came into bodybuilding looking up to Tito [2:30] The struggles of bulking up and how Tito’s training has changed since having his hips replaced [5:30] How Tito progressed his rehab prior to getting back into the gym [11:00] How Tito’s bodybuilding career began [21:30] Tito’s natural approach to the sport [26:30] How bodybuilding has changed due to social media [30:00] Navigating parenting in the digital age [34:30] Tito’s active version of meditation [42:30] How Tito’s diet has changed over the years and how he balances his families diet [44:00] Tito’s approach to achieving his goals [50:00] Featured Guest: Tito Raymond Instagram Episode Sponsors 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. This episode is brought to you by our friends at Joovv. As many of you know, Kris has been using Joovv light therapy to hack his circadian rhythm, testosterone and overall health. The benefits are far too long to list here so visit Joovv.com/Kris for more information and to receive a special gift with the purchase of any Joovv product. This episode is also 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 Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Do you ever find yourself in a vicious mental spiral that you think you just cant get out of? You're not alone! In this episode, Kris sits down with his fiancé Sunshine to talk about their crazy camping experience and how some of the events that happened could have been avoided with a small perception change. This episode was recorded at Bass Canyon Music Festival, so if it's a little loud and windy, that's why. Hope you enjoy! Time Stamps When you are tired and don’t feel good you are not good to be around. Sibylle gets vulnerable and details how she felt leading up to Kris’s birthday weekend camping trip [3:50] The importance of conditioning your body to your environment and changing the bad perceptions in your brain [13:45] Why you MUST do things that make you uncomfortable every day [18:26] The mental conditioning that is meditation [20:50] Why you must be ready for the elements of surprise [25:28] How to build your mental fortitude and block out the noise [33:05] The concept of making yourself harder to kill [42:15] What are some strategies to break out of your comfort zone? [45:39] Kris and Sibylle detail his upcoming fitness retreat [52:25] Featured Guest: Sunshine Instagram Twitter Related Links/Products Mentioned Cold Shower Benefits for Your Health The Snooze Button is a Psychological Trick - Jocko Willink People Mentioned Wim Hof Drew Canole Jocko Willink Episode Sponsors 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. This episode is brought to you by our friends at Joovv. As many of you know, Kris has been using Joovv light therapy to hack his circadian rhythm, testosterone and overall health. The benefits are far too long to list here so visit Joovv.com/Kris for more information and to receive a special gift with the purchase of any Joovv product. This episode is also 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 Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

"Fasting", aka "not eating", is a hip thing to do these days, but do you actually know how to do it the right way? In this episode, Kris gives you a step-by-step guide on how to fast in a healthy and strategic way. Besides aiding in fat loss, it's always good to give our bodies a break from digestion so that it can heal itself. While fasting may not be for everyone, you'll walk away from this episode with new tips on how to live a healthier more fulfilling life. *DISCLAIMER: Kris is not a doctor or health care practitioner, so please consult with your doctor or functional medicine practitioner before trying any of the remedies or protocols mentioned in this episode. This information and recording is for informational and educational purposes only. Related Links/Products Mentioned Health Kik Laird's Superfood Joovv MassEnzymes by BioOptimizers Listen to Episode 42 with Wade Lightheart, President of BioOptimizers Episode Sponsors  As many of you know, Kris has been using Joovv light therapy to hack his circadian rhythm, testosterone and overall health.  The benefits are far too long to list here so visit Joovv.com/Kris for more information and to receive a special gift with the purchase of any Joovv product. If you are on the go like Kris is and need a pick-me-up use Laird's Superfood'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. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

If you Google “keto”, you’re going to enter a black hole of resources and information. In this episode, Kris summarizes all his research and studies on the diet and how to use the keto diet in a healthy way to achieve your goals, particularly fat loss. Tune in and take notes! *DISCLAIMER: Kris is not a doctor or health care practitioner, so please consult with your doctor or functional medicine practitioner before trying any of the remedies or protocols mentioned in this episode. This information and recording is for informational and educational purposes only. Related Links/Products Mentioned Health Kik Episode Sponsors As many of you know, Kris has been using Joovv light therapy to hack his circadian rhythm, testosterone and overall health.  The benefits are far too long to list here so visit Joovv.com/Kris for more information and to receive a special gift with the purchase of any Joovv product. If you are on the go like Kris is and need a pick-me-up use Laird's Superfood's InstaFuel because it goes beyond just coffee and includes their amazing superfood creamer. Use code GETHIN20 for 20% off your first purchase. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

On this episode of Knowledge and Mileage, Kris talks with the founder of the 2019 Biohacker Summit in London, Tim Gray. While Tim is a marketer by trade, his obsession with biohacking has led him to becoming one of the world's leading biohackers and starting London's first biohacking group. Tim shares some of his favorite biohacking secrets and gives us a glimpse into his celebrity packed biohacking conference. Time Stamps The stress behind fitness expos/summits and what it takes to run one. [1:40] The importance of content strategy. [6:19] How he went from super sick to superhuman. [8:09] The importance of prioritizing your health over your physique + the differences between countries when it comes to biohacking. [11:40] How he uses the top to bottom approach when it comes to making a major change in your life. [17:00] Why are testosterone levels lower than ever? [18:28] Steps to get your hormones back in balance. [22:45] The significance of prioritizing sleep. [25:03] Top tips to optimize your sleep TODAY! [29:15] Giving your body what it needs + how our environment determines who we are. [37:30] What should people be testing for? [43:15] Why you MUST educate yourself when it comes to your health and wellness. [51:05] What physical activities does he partake in? [55:20] The Human Optimisation Summit: Curated/interactive experience for all interested in optimizing your best self. [57:30] Featured Guest: Tim Gray Website Instagram Twitter Related Links/Products Mentioned Upgrade Labs - Biohacking & Recovery Health and Light - Book by John Ott Estrogeneration: How Estrogenics Are Making You Fat, Sick, and Infertile - Book by Anthony G Jay Earth Shoes Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams - Book by Matthew Walker Swanwick Sleep - Quality Sleep Products Ra Optics The Earthing Movie Red Light Rising uBiome Genova Diagnostics NutrEval FMV Test Prep | Genova Diagnostics Metabolomics: an emerging but powerful tool for precision medicine People Mentioned Dave Asprey Dr. Joseph Mercola Ben Pakulski Episode Sponsors As many of you know, Kris has been using Joovv light therapy to hack his circadian rhythm, testosterone and overall health.  The benefits are far too long to list here so visit Joovv.com/Kris for more information and to receive a special gift with the purchase of any Joovv product. If you are on the go like Kris is and need a pick-me-up use Laird's Superfood's InstaFuel because it goes beyond just coffee and includes their amazing superfood creamer. Use code GETHIN20 for 20% off your first purchase. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

Kris’ dad, Aidan Gethin, joins us on the show to discuss the changes in lifestyle, food and culture that he has experienced.  From growing up in post-World War II Wales to the modern world we live in today, Aidan has lived through immense change. In this episode Kris and his Dad discuss his accidental organic diet growing up, the advent of technology and how it has changed our lives for better or worse, living off the land and much more!  Time Stamps The state of Wales in 1950: Dealing with the elements, knowing when it was time for bed, doing things in the evening, living off the land, etc. [1:10] Is the obesity epidemic due to the abundance of options available to us now? [15:38] What was the ritual of bathing time back in his childhood? [20:35] What was it like to have a space of his own? [24:26] The access to medication from his early days compared to current day. [26:30] Is there a sense of entitlement from the younger generation due to the access to anything and everything at their fingertips? [30:46] Social media addiction and our youth: The NEED to find balance and be present. [34:30] Are parents overprotective and creating bad behaviors in their children? [39:00] If you don’t move it, you lose it! [43:40] Related Links/Products Mentioned The Epidemiology of Obesity: A Big Picture - NCBI - NIH Why Millennials Are So Entitled (Parents Are Partly Blamed) | Inc.com Is My Teen Really Addicted to Social Media? The Effects of ‘Helicopter Parenting’ Shop all Ryderwear gym wear and shoes and save 10% Buy an Oura Ring and save $50 Buy a pair of BLUblox blue light blocking glasses and save 15% when using the code GETHIN at check out Buy Kris’s new book: Man of Iron: A World-Class Bodybuilder's Journey to Become an Ironman Episode Sponsor Laird's Superfood Creamers: They believe in a good cup of coffee! Use the code GETHIN at checkout for a one-time-savings of 20% Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

You may remember Jag from past episodes, but if you are just tuning in Jag Chima is a global fitness entrepreneur with a diversity of business interests but a passion for fitness. Since Jag and Kris met 10 years they have ventured into many avenues of business together, one of them being Kris Gethin Gyms, a boutique gym franchise. In this episode, Jag joins Kris to talk about how to gain success in the fitness industry. Time Stamps If you don’t love what you do, you need to pick a new career. Don’t pursue something just because someone else had success in it, do it for yourself. Don’t try to do everything at once. Delegate it out. Surround yourself with rockstars and allow them to shine. Value yourself high, no one else will. Keep evolving. You will never “get there”. You need to stay hungry and open to new opportunities by learning about the new trends and practices of your industry. Featured Guest: Jag Chima Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Related Links/Products Mentioned Kris Gethin Gyms Shop all Ryderwear gym wear and shoes and save 10% Buy an Oura Ring and save $50 Buy a pair of BLUblox blue light blocking glasses and save 15% when using the code GETHIN at check out Buy Kris’s new book: Man of Iron: A World-Class Bodybuilder's Journey to Become an Ironman Save $$ on Gymreapers gym accessories when you use the code GETHIN at checkout (lifting straps, knee sleeves, etc.) Episode Sponsor Laird's Superfood Creamers: They believe in a good cup of coffee! Use the code GETHIN at checkout for a one-time-savings of 20% Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin

A biochemist and a bodybuilder walk into a bar… We’re all trying to optimize our health by eating clean, working out, and implementing certain bio hacks, but how precise are you in your attempts? Dr. Anthony Jay thinks you can get really specific by looking at your DNA and analyzing what your genes say. Dr. Anthony Jay started out as a “virus designer”. He would make viruses in a lab to help transport DNA into certain cells. He now works at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota researching stem cells, epigenetics, and infrared light and is the President and CEO of AJ Consulting Company. Learn how you can optimize your healthy by analyzing your DNA. *DISCLAIMER: Dr. Jay's recommendations are based on Kris’s specific DNA results and not meant to be taken as truth for each and every person. To learn more about getting your own specific recommendations please reach out to Dr. Jay. Time Stamps Recap of what Kris and Dr. Jay talked about in Episode 40 [1:37] What Dr. Jay did as a “virus designer” [4:15] How Dr. Jay got into DNA consulting [9:29] A deep dive into Kris’s genetics and how he can optimize his health based on his specific results [14:00] Adverse effects associated with training [33:56] What are Telomeres? [47:10] Why stem cells are great [49:29] Featured Guest: Dr. Anthony Jay Website Instagram Twitter Related Links/Products Mentioned Active Health and Wellness 23 and Me Robb Wolfe - Wired to Eat Om Pacific CBD Bluebird Botanicals CBD BioOptimizers Gluten Guardian GFP Mice Shop all Ryderwear gym wear and shoes and save 10% Buy an Oura Ring and save $50 Buy a pair of BLUblox blue light blocking glasses and save 15% when using the code GETHIN at check out Buy Kris’s new book: Man of Iron: A World-Class Bodybuilder's Journey to Become an Ironman Episode Sponsor Laird's Superfood Creamers: They believe in a good cup of coffee! Use the code GETHIN at checkout for a one-time-savings of 20% Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin