Life Time Talks

To start the eighth season of Life Time Talks, cohosts Jamie Martin and David Freeman have a discussion around change — acknowledging that although we often inherently feel resistant to it, change is a constant. When we can accept and embrace it, we can see continue to grow and adapt in meaningful ways.   Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/constant-change-how-to-embrace-it-and-continue-to-adapt   Have thoughts you’d like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we’d love to hear from you!   Follow us on Instagram: @lifetime.life   The information in this podcast is intended to provide broad understanding and knowledge of healthcare topics. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered complete and should not be used in place of advice from your physician or healthcare provider. We recommend you consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning or altering your personal exercise, diet or supplementation program. 

Whether you’re in a position of caregiving for loved ones or in an industry in which it’s your job to do so, caring for others can take an invisible toll on one’s health. It’s made even more challenging by the lack or absence of societal systems to support caregivers.   Laura van Dernoot Lipsky, MSW, explains the effects of caregiving, including the corresponding struggles you may experience — such as trauma, decision fatigue, and overwhelm. She also shares ideas for how caregivers can care for themselves and support their well-being.    Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/caring-for-caregivers   Have thoughts you’d like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we’d love to hear from you!   Follow us on Instagram: @lifetime.life   The information in this podcast is intended to provide broad understanding and knowledge of healthcare topics. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered complete and should not be used in place of advice from your physician or healthcare provider. We recommend you consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning or altering your personal exercise, diet or supplementation program. 

Anxiety expert, David H. Rosmarin, PhD, teaches us how to change our relationship with anxiety to thrive in our lives. He discusses the difference between anxiety and stress, harnessing the benefits of anxiety, strategies for thriving with anxiety, exploring emotional expression between genders, the role of spirituality in anxiety treatment, and encourages audience engagement.

Ultramarathoner Courtney Dauwalter is no stranger to pushing her body and mind to the extreme — she’s done it time and again as she pursues ultra-endurance goals. To prepare for long races (many of which exceed 100 miles), she uses a method of “intuitive training,” an approach in which she tunes in and listens to the messages from her body and mind. In this episode, Dauwalter shares what led her to embrace this mode of training and how she consistently pushes forward in these big efforts — even when it feels hard.   Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/embracing-intuitive-traininghttps://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/embracing-intuitive-training   Have thoughts you’d like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we’d love to hear from you!   Follow us on Instagram: @lifetime.life   The information in this podcast is intended to provide broad understanding and knowledge of healthcare topics. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered complete and should not be used in place of advice from your physician or healthcare provider. We recommend you consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning or altering your personal exercise, diet or supplementation program. 

Most of us, regardless of our age, are looking to optimize not only our lifespan, but also our health span. In recent years, this quest for longevity has contributed to a growing business with significant economic impact.   In this, episode, Jeff Zwiefel and Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN, discuss the lifestyle factors that contribute to a long and healthy life, as well as the growing body of resources and tools that can support this effort, including MIORA Performance and Longevity at Life Time.    Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/pocast/living-well-while-you-live-long-the-growing-quest-for-longevity   Have thoughts you’d like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we’d love to hear from you!   Follow us on Instagram: @lifetime.life   The information in this podcast is intended to provide broad understanding and knowledge of healthcare topics. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered complete and should not be used in place of advice from your physician or healthcare provider. We recommend you consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning or altering your personal exercise, diet or supplementation program. 

Macros and calories are often the focus for many individuals who are pursuing health-related goals, particularly those tied to body composition. Yet as straightforward as these essential elements of nutrition may seem, they are actually quite complicated and nuanced. Paul Kriegler, RD, CPT, helps us understand the differences between macros and calories and the roles they play in our health and well-being. He also offers insights for how to think about them when it comes to healthy eating.   Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/what-are-macros-and-calories    Have thoughts you’d like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we’d love to hear from you!   Follow us on Instagram: @lifetime.life   The information in this podcast is intended to provide broad understanding and knowledge of healthcare topics. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered complete and should not be used in place of advice from your physician or healthcare provider. We recommend you consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning or altering your personal exercise, diet or supplementation program. 

Labeled by the U.S. Surgeon General as an epidemic, loneliness is affecting our population at alarming rates and having a devastating impact on both our physical and mental health. In addition to contributing to the increased risks of heart disease, dementia, and stroke, lacking social connection has been proven to be as detrimental to physical health as smoking. Henry Emmons, MD, shares more about these health effects and offers some tangible steps we can all take to increase our sense of belonging.    Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/the-loneliness-epidemic-why-a-sense-of-belonging-is-essential-to-our-well-being   Have thoughts you’d like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we’d love to hear from you!   Follow us on Instagram: @lifetime.life   The information in this podcast is intended to provide broad understanding and knowledge of healthcare topics. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered complete and should not be used in place of advice from your physician or healthcare provider. We recommend you consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning or altering your personal exercise, diet or supplementation program. 

The Active Metabolic Assessment, often referred to as an AMA, is a test that assesses your current fitness status and provides data that can inform your fitness program and make your workouts more efficient. Anika Christ, CPT, RD, explains what the AMA is, the data you get from it, why that information is important, and how to use it to tailor your exercise regimen.  Editor's note: In the two instances during the episode in which carbon monoxide is mentioned, it is intended to be "carbon dioxide."    Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/why-active-metabolic-assessment   Have thoughts you’d like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we’d love to hear from you!   Follow us on Instagram: @lifetime.life   The information in this podcast is intended to provide broad understanding and knowledge of healthcare topics. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered complete and should not be used in place of advice from your physician or healthcare provider. We recommend you consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning or altering your personal exercise, diet or supplementation program. 

Barbara Powell, a wellness expert and coach, discusses the importance of rest and the seven types of rest we need for overall well-being. The types include physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, sensory, and creative rest. The hosts explore techniques for achieving sensory and creative rest, as well as the significance of prioritizing different types of rest and challenging self-limiting beliefs.

Sugar is everywhere, and — as with so many things — too much of it is detrimental to our health and well-being. While this is common knowledge for many, most of us are still consuming well more than is recommended, and the topic has gotten even more confusing in recent years with the proliferation of artificial and natural sweeteners. Paul Kriegler, RD, CPT, explains the body-wide health effects of sugar, the pros and cons of the various types of sweet sources, and how we can be more mindful about sugar’s place in our diets.   Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/the-sweet-stuff-all-about-sugar-and-sugar-alternatives   Have thoughts you’d like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we’d love to hear from you!   Follow us on Instagram: @lifetime.life   The information in this podcast is intended to provide broad understanding and knowledge of healthcare topics. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered complete and should not be used in place of advice from your physician or healthcare provider. We recommend you consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning or altering your personal exercise, diet or supplementation program.