The Ready State Podcast

Neuroscientist Tommy Wood discusses brain health, nutrient intake, and age-related determinants of cognitive performance. The podcast also explores the relationship between physical strength and cognitive function, the significance of supplements, and the importance of muscle mass for survivability from disease. They talk about supplementation for brain health, current research projects, and future plans.

Dr. Andy Galpin, a tenured professor and human performance scientist, discusses his background and expertise in biochemistry and exercise physiology. The speakers express admiration for his ability to synthesize information from different fields. They highlight the importance of maintaining optimal ranges for health and performance and discuss the misconceptions surrounding the importance of muscle for longevity. They also talk about supplements, hydration, and the misconception of occlusion training. Lastly, they discuss improving running performance through upper body conditioning and express gratitude towards each other for their professional impact.

View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 14-Day Trial to Virtual Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushJared Hanley is a co-founder and CEO of NatureQuant, a research and technology firm building tools to assess and promote nature exposure. Prior to founding NatureQuant, Jared used data science and statistical modeling techniques and provided advisory services in finance, energy, and real estate applications. He is a published author and speaker on ERISA laws and plans. He has a B.A. in Economics and a B.A. in Cognitive Science, both from Yale University. He is a FINRA-registered securities principal and a Chartered Financial Analyst.We loved learning about Jared’s company NatureQuant. They’ve mapped the entire United States and you can use their app to track not just how MUCH outdoor time you are getting, but the QUALITY of the outdoor spaces you are spending time in. Turns out you can really bump up the health benefits of being outdoors by choosing more natural environments.SPONSORSThis episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. That means lots of salt — with no sugar. While there are exceptions, we always recommend that you don’t drink your calories. Fuel with actual food and deal with hydration separately. LMNT is our go-to solution. Order through our link and receive a free sample pack with all of LMNT’s flavors. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/TRS and check it out!•This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Vitruvian, a technology that revolutionizes strength training. Vitruvian is an elegant solution for many reasons, but one of the features we love, is being able to set safe ranges. Whether you are recovering, or just have a shape you are weak in, you can set the Vitruvian to not load those ranges. To learn more about Vitruvian, go to thereadystate.com/vitruvian.•This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Momentous, a leading high performance lifestyle company making the best supplements and sports nutrition products for individuals looking to optimize all parts of their lives. If you are battling with tendinopathy or have a hot spot, Momentous Collagen is non-negotiable. Take it 30 minutes before loading those tissues and your body will have it right when it needs it. Go to livemomentous.com/TRS and use code TRS for 20% OFF your first purchase.•This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by YETI, from coolers to drinkware to bags, YETI products are Built for the Wild. Have you ever had a water bottle leak in your bag? Us too! But that life is over now that we have Yonder bottles. If you want to check out the lightweight, shatter resistant, and 100% leakproof Yonder Water Bottle for yourself, go to thereadystate.com/yeti.

Adam Bornstein, a New York Times bestselling author, discusses ditching diet culture and mindset changes in the health and fitness industry. He shares his experience writing and producing Arnold Schwarzenegger's daily newsletter. The podcast also covers the importance of electrolytes, convenience fitness tips, and strategies for maintaining muscle mass, as well as reframing perceptions around dieting and finding the sweet spot for change and performance.

Dr. Tom Walters, a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist, discusses his book Rehab Science which empowers people to take control of their bodies. Topics include the challenges of being a physical therapist, maintaining native range of motion, incorporating Momentous Vital Aminos, and exploring alternative medicine. The importance of making changes at the household level to improve health and manage pain is also highlighted.

Shawn Stevenson, author and creator of The Model Health Show, talks about the benefits of gathering for family meals and creating a positive kitchen and table culture. They discuss the importance of eating together as a family, the alarming diet crisis among youth, and the potential health benefits associated with family meals. They also highlight the value of routine and structure in establishing a healthy mealtime habit and suggest using conversation starter cards as a fun activity during dinner.

View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 14-Day Trial to Virtual Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushBrad Stulberg is the bestselling author of the new book Master of Change: How to Excel When Everything is Changing, Including You. Brad writes and coaches on mental health, well-being, and sustainable excellence. He regularly contributes to the New York Times and his work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal and the Atlantic, among other outlets. In his coaching practice, he works with executives, entrepreneurs, physicians, and athletes on their mental skills and overall well-being. He is on faculty at the University of Michigan's School of Public Health. His past books include The Practice of Groundedness and Peak Performance. He lives in Western North Carolina.The Starretts are navigating the massive life change of their oldest leaving for college. Brad’s book is the framework everyone needs to create a rugged and flexible mindset in times of change.SponsorsThis episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. That means lots of salt — with no sugar. If you are eating mostly whole food and low carb, and are not feeling great, you may want to consider managing your electrolytes with LMNT. Kelly gets achy when he doesn’t eat any carbs, but LMNT fixes him right up. Order through our link and receive a free sample pack with all of LMNT’s flavors. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/TRS and check it out!•This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Vitruvian, a technology that revolutionizes strength training. Strength training for adults is critical and linear progression is key. The Vitruvian enables you to do this easily and accomplish some real weight training, without a gym set up. If you want to learn more about Vitruvian, go to thereadystate.com/vitruvian.•This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Momentous, a leading high performance lifestyle company making the best supplements and sports nutrition products for individuals looking to optimize all parts of their lives. The Starretts are obsessed with deep sleep and one of the best ways to improve deep sleep is supplementing with Magnesium. It’s like a tranq dart. We take it every night and always bring Momentous Magnesium Threonate along while traveling. Go to livemomentous.com/TRS and use code TRS for 20% OFF your first purchase.•This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by YETI, from coolers to drinkware to bags, YETI products are Built for the Wild. YETI has created the last bottle and it is the Yonder Water Bottle. Is BPA free, leakproof, and dishwasher safe. If you want to check out the lightweight and shatter resistant Yonder Water Bottle for yourself, go to thereadystate.com/yeti.

Dan Buettner, National Geographic Fellow and bestselling author, discusses Blue Zones and his book 'Secrets for Living Longer'. Topics include nutrition, movement, and social circles in Blue Zones, improving the health of communities, and the importance of eating together and a plant-forward diet.

Josh Appel, former Air Force Pararescue Specialist and Emergency Medicine Physician, discusses the Memorial Day Murph tradition, Operation: Red Wings, emergency medicine, and the state of healthcare in the US. They also touch on the value of vintage items, Kelly's teachings on mobility, their journey from Pararescue to medical school, Momentus products, and shifting from reactive to proactive healthcare.

View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 14-Day Trial to Virtual Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushJason and Colleen Wachob are the co-founders and co-CEOs of mindbodygreen, the leading independent media brand dedicated to well-being with 15 million monthly unique visitors. Jason is also the host of the popular mindbodygreen podcast, and the best-selling author of Wellth: How I Learned to Build a Life, Not a Resume. He has been featured in the New York Times, Entrepreneur, Forbes, Fast Company, Business Insider, BoF, and Vogue, and has a BA in history from Columbia University, where he played varsity basketball for four years. After graduating from Stanford with degrees in international relations and Spanish, Colleen spent ten years working at Fortune 500 companies including Gap, Walmart, and Amazon before devoting her life’s work to mindbodygreen. Colleen has been a speaker at Fortune 500 companies and numerous trade conferences on well-being trends. The Starretts and the Wachobs arrived at their life’s work on parallel paths. We get into the similarities and differences in their approaches and thinking around the common goal of empowering people to prioritize well-being.