Dr. Zain Hakeem is on the show today to talk about the difference between lifespan and healthspan and things that negatively or positively impact both. Dr. Hakeem started RiverRock Medical Clinic to push the boundaries of what healthcare can be. Recognizing that improving health and treating diseases are fundamentally different processes. In the episode, he shares his take on finding meaning, rethinking the food pyramid, how sleep fits into his medical and personal practice, and more. There’s so many takeaways throughout the hour that will help you live a more meaningful life which will ultimately help you feel better, for longer.For full show notes and episode resources, visit staminalab.io.Topics:Defining lifespan and healthspan and the different things that negatively or positively impact both The importance of having a purpose or a reason for living to find the motivation for a longer healthspan How Dr. Hakeem is working to change the relationship between doctor and patient The eight categories that Dr. Hakeem has found that help to bring meaning to one’s life Dr. Hakeems take on the nutrition pyramid and why he prioritizes social connections Balancing introspection, data, and accountability The actual impact that different diets (vegan, keto, etc.) can have on your health and losing/gaining weight The power of the placebo effect in terms of supplementation and understanding the long term effects of it How sleep recovery fits into Dr. Hakeem’s medical and individual practiceDr. Hakeem’s one piece of advice for those who want to improve their healthpsan Book your discovery session for Stamina Lab's Sleep Coaching Program at staminalab.io/sleep/

I’m excited to welcome Raza Jafri, a nationally touring comedian, onto the Stamina Lab podcast this week. As a comedian who performs upwards of 8x a week, performance (mental and physical) is something that Raza has to think about daily. In our conversation, we’re tapping into what it actually means to be lucky (and how to increase your own odds), Raza’s daily routine that has helped create resilience for him, his advice for aspiring comedians, and more. If you’re someone who works in a field that really challenges your mental fortitude, this episode is for you. For full show notes and episode resources, visit staminalab.io.The idea of adopting a lucky mindset and how this has translated into Raza’s career as a comedian The process that Raza practices to get into performance mode and how he creates the energy to perform 8x a week Identifying fear and to push past it to create resilience and seeing the positive side of failure Creating a flow state and how Raza does this while on stage Raza’s thoughts on ChatGPT as it makes its way into the world of comedyWhat Raza has unlearned in recent years that has improved his quality of life Raza’s advice for aspiring comedians and storytellers Book your discovery session for Stamina Lab's Sleep Coaching Program at staminalab.io/sleep/

I’m excited to have Geoff Girvitz join me today on the podcast. Geoff is host of The Dad Strength Podcast, the founder of Bang Personal Training in Toronto, and – most importantly – a father. This begs the question, how does he balance it all? What do you do when you have to prioritize your personal, professional, and health goals? This is the core of Geoff’s and I conversation today. He’s sharing how to be pre-loaded at all times so that you can remain ready and able to maintain all that you want throughout your day (and your lifetime)! You’ll walk away feeling more in control of not only your lifespan, but your health span. For full show notes and episode resources, visit staminalab.io.Topics:Why Geoff believes fitness is a true expression of freedom and why it’s important to prioritize health over money How Geoff’s work with his clients helps to create healthier exercise and sleep routines that have a lasting effect The way that group exercise can help meet our needs socially and the power of shared adversity and accountability The response that Geoff offers when someone believes they don’t have the time to workoutThe importance of creating a process for winding up before a workout and a recovery process for after The one piece of advice that Geoff would give to those who want to improve their health and increase their lifespan Book your discovery session for Stamina Lab's Sleep Coaching Program at staminalab.io/sleep/

Erin Laverone, nutrition, health, and fitness coach, shares core teachings on behavior modification, flow state, continuing education, and more. Topics include the ABC model of behavior modification, the impact of environments on behavior, being flexible with eating, and having an experimenter's mindset for growth.

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Stamina Lab! Our first guest is Lauren Duffell, a sleep coach who helps adults create better sleep for themselves for the rest of their lives. She does this using sleep and circadian science education, behavior change guidance, wearable data, and stress reduction. During her conversation with Glen, she shares not only how she healed from insomnia, but how she helps her clients do the same. You’ll learn about her signature idea of sleep confidence, how your nervous system and sleep quality are related, and steps that you can take today to start getting better sleep.For full show notes and episode resources, visit staminalab.io.Topics Discussed:Why we should surrender into or allow sleep rather than try to sleep and how the circadian rhythm impacts this Defining a sleep coach and why it’s important to have someone who can help you learn better sleep habits to live a better, healthier life How our eating habits impact our ability to get good sleep and get sufficient energy throughout the day Lauren’s thoughts on taking a daily melatonin supplement and the questions to ask to know if it’s right for you How Lauren defines sleep confidence and how it can affect your sleep and nervous system Making your body feel safe in new environments so that it’s easier to fall asleep How Lauren overcame insomnia after having it for five years and the way it changed her outlook on rest Book your discovery session for Stamina Lab's Sleep Coaching Program at staminalab.io/sleep/

Stamina Lab is the podcast for people seeking to embark on a personalized journey to upgrade performance, achieve mental clarity, and improve their wellbeing. As a company, we work with leaders, athletes, entrepreneurs, and knowledge workers who want to take their professional and personal performance to the next level while reducing stress, avoiding burnout, having more energy, and dropping into flow. Each week your host and Stamina Lab founder, Glen Lubbert will talk with professionals who have taken on big challenges while managing their energy and longevity through the ups and downs of pursuing their goals. You’ll leave each episode with the reminder that your body is your lab and you are in control of what happens next.Stay up to date with the podcast on Twitter and LinkedIn.  Learn more about Stamina Lab and the services we offer here.