The mindbodygreen Podcast

"Keep an eye on your muscle mass. Treat it like it is literally gold," says Juliet Starrett.Kelly and Juliet Starrett, mobility pioneers who have spent decades working with pro-athletes, Olympians, and Navy Seals, join us to discuss the daily movement tips that can literally save your life, plus:- Kelly & Juliet’s background and health journey (~01:59)- What we’re still getting wrong about movement (~10:20)- How to optimize your walk (~19:57)- The power of small movement breaks (~25:33)- The health benefits of fidgeting & perching (~28:23)- How to avoid & get rid of cankles (~31:32)- How to minimize the negative effects of sitting (~35:10)- How to promote better mobility & range of motion (~38:52)- How to dress up your daily walk (~45:55)- The real reason people get injured playing pickle ball (~50:40)- How to avoid injuries in an active lifestyle (~54:10)- Why you should do downward facing dog every day (~57:58)- Why jumping is the key to good health (~59:27)- The best mobility practices by decade (~01:05:27)Order a copy of my new book The Joy Of Well-Being at thejoyofwellbeing.com! Referenced in the episode:- Kelly & Juliet's book, Built To Move. - A study on 8,000 steps per day & longevity.- Follow Kelly & Juliet on Instagram.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“There’s no such thing as a good or bad memory. There's a trained memory and an untrained memory," says Jim Kwik.Jim, a leading expert in brain optimization, memory improvement, and accelerated learning, joins us to discuss how to enhance your brain power, plus:- Jim’s powerful brain heath journey (~02:03)- Practices that help Jim become a leader in brain optimization (~08:25)- Why we’ve been taught to learn all wrong (~16:24)- The 10 keys for a more focused brain (~22:06)- How to boost your reaction time by 30% (~28:40)- The health benefits of cleaning your space (~34:33)- Why you should be a lifelong learner (~37:45)- Sneaky & common habits hurting your memory (~39:48)- Is AI helping or hurting our brain health? (~47:22)- How to know if you have digital dementia (~48:57)- How to improve your selective memory (~52:54)- A trick to remember people’s names (~57:25)- The best learning & memorization tips by decade (~01:02:43)- The health benefits of reading (~01:04:44)- How to identify your unique brain type (~01:07:51)Order a copy of my new book The Joy Of Well-Being at thejoyofwellbeing.com! Referenced in the episode:- Jim's book, Limitless: Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life.- Listen to Colleen & I on Jim's podcast.- Research on a clean environment & mental clarity.- The Nun Study & its commentary.- Sign up for Jim's speed reading masterclass.- Learn more about Jim's memory courses.- Visit jimkwik.com/mindbodygreen to take a free brain archetype quiz.- mbg Podcast episode #378 and #150, with Daniel Amen, M.D.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Globally recognized speaker Lydia Fenet shares tips on building confidence, measuring confidence levels, and avoiding victim mentality. They also discuss the art of persuasion, overcoming mean comments, and building confidence in children. Funny tall stories and the qualities of a good auctioneer are shared, along with advice for young professionals on overcoming workplace drama.

Attention listeners: We have been getting so much wrong about longevity. After all, what's the point of living to 100 if you're not being joyful? In celebration of our new book, The Joy Of Well-Being, integrative medicine doctor and four-time New York Times bestselling author Sara Gottfried, M.D., interviews Colleen and I about the wellness myths we see all the time and the simple longevity tips that have changed our lives. In this special episode, we cover:- What we've never shared about our fertility journey (~01:35) - Colleen’s experience with a near-catastrophic pulmonary embolism (~09:11)- How do you know when it’s time to change your life (~14:37)- How to separate the fundamentals & accessories of well-being (~20:16)- Why Colleen & I decided to write a book together (~24:33)- How to discover the “doc stars” on social media (~28:06)- How social connection can save your life (~31:44)- How to exercise for longevity (~34:15)- The importance of protein & building muscle mass (~36:20)- Why love is the best drug (~41:39)- What you can do today for better social connections (~44:57)- The difference between wellness & well-being (~50:22)- How spirituality can reduce your risk for depression (~53:00)- Why we need more nuance in the health space (~54:10)Referenced in the episode:- The Joy Of Well-Being.- Cigna survey on social interactions.- A study on isolation & mortality.- A study on musculoskeletal health, falls & mortality.- The Roseto study.- Research on spirituality & depression.- An article on anger & virality.- Episode #344, with Lisa Miller, Ph.D.- Episode #346, with Esther Perel.- Sign up for The Long Game. - Learn more about the Vitamix FoodCycler Eco 5. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Our standard of what is healthy has declined," says Michelle Shapiro, R.D.Michelle, a functional dietitian, joins us to discuss all of her nutrition tips to reduce anxiety, optimize hunger hormones, and improve digestion, plus:- Michelle’s background & weight loss journey (~01:51)- How to lose weight in a healthy way (~05:37)- How to know if your hunger hormones are off (~07:05)- What we’re still getting wrong about weight loss (~12:30)- How to eat to reduce anxiety (~17:01)- How to know if you have a gut issue (~19:36)- The dichotomy between intuitive eating & diet culture (~24:51)- How Ayurveda & traditional Chinese medicine influence her practice (~33:43)- Michelle’s top tips to enhance digestion (~35:55)- The link between hydration & hunger (~39:55)- How to support & detox your liver (~42:12)- Why you shouldn’t take nutrition studies at face value (~52:26)- The middle ground between body positivity & functional nutrition (~59:11)- How to reduce acid reflux (~01:03:10)- Michelle’s top 5 healing foods (~01:04:43)- How to take a personalized approach to nutrition (~01:11:29)Trigger warning: This podcast contains mentions of disordered eating.Referenced in the episode:- Michelle's podacst, Quiet the Diet.- mbg Podcast episode #466, with Don Layman, Ph.D.- mbg Podcast episode #436, with Gabrielle Lyon, D.O.- Listen to Michelle's episode on Gabrielle's podcast.- A study on weight regain among Biggest Loser contestants.- A study on dietitians & disordered eating.- A study on fat consumption & mortality risk.- Shop LMNT.- Sign up for The Long Game. - Learn more about the Vitamix FoodCycler Eco 5.Order a copy of my new book The Joy Of Well-Being at thejoyofwellbeing.com! We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video onYouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“So many of us walk around clinically dehydrated, we don't even realize it," says Cynthia Thurlow, N.P.Cynthia, a nurse practitioner, bestselling author, and globally recognized expert in intermittent fasting, joins us to discuss her functional nutrition tips for sustainable, long-term health, plus:- Cynthia’s background & personal health journey (~02:09)- Why burnout is so common among nurse practitioners (~10:57)- How Cynthia became an expert in intermittent fasting (~17:27)- How she defines intermittent fasting & time-restricted eating (~20:59)- How long you should wait in between meals (~23:10)- How to get enough protein while intermittent fasting (~26:00)- How to build & maintain muscle mass (~30:48)- What Cynthia eats in a day for metabolic health (~38:51)- Why she prioritizes salt in her diet (~45:09)- How to gauge your tolerance to fat (~46:31)- Why more women need to consider taking creatine (~51:08)- The best nutrients for a good night’s sleep (~54:22) Order a copy of my new book The Joy Of Well-Being at thejoyofwellbeing.com! Referenced in the episode:- Cynthia's book, Intermittent Fasting Transformation. - The Unhealthy Truth, by Robyn O'Brien.- Enroll in mbg's health coaching program.- Watch Cynthia's viral TED talks.- Cynthia's creatine powder.- mbg Podcast episode #466, with Don Layman, Ph.D.- mbg Podcast episode #436, with Gabrielle Lyon, D.O.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode sponsored by Nerdwallet, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Trauma is not the event. It's the response of how it gets stored," says Scott Lyons, Ph.D.Scott, a clinical psychologist and body-based trauma expert, joins us to discuss how we all can recover from drama addiction, metabolize trauma, and break free of the stress cycle, plus:- Scott’s personal story & professional work (~00:16)- How to know if you’re addicted to drama (~07:16)- How to tap into your reflective narrative (~12:40)- When should you grow out of temper tantrums? (~17:50)- How trauma gets passed down across generations (~24:00)- How stored trauma can negatively impact your health (~28:13)- How to minimize pressure & shame in the wellness space (~33:09)- How to know if you’re hiding behind a wellness front (~38:46)- How to live with less drama & stress (~44:44)- How to stop social media from stressing you out (~49:09)- How to identify weaponized empathy (~57:09)- The most common dramatic archetypes (~59:59)- How to raise drama-free kids (~01:12:58)Order a copy of my new book The Joy Of Well-Being at thejoyofwellbeing.com! Referenced in the episode:- Scott's book, Addicted To Drama. - Take Scott's drama quiz.- mbg Podcast episode #459, with Gabor Maté, M.D.- A study on genetic markers for PTSD risk after 9/11.- You Can Heal Your Life, by Louise Hay.- An article on anger & virality.- Sign up for The Long Game. - Learn more about the Vitamix FoodCycler Eco 5.We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Stand up, don't sit, get your steps in, and we can literally accomplish miracles," says Jillian Michaels.Jillian, a personal trainer who many of you probably know from NBC's hit show, The Biggest Loser, joins us to discuss everything she’s learned since being on the show, her best nutrition and exercise tips, plus:- How Jillian’s wellness philosophy has evolved over time (~0:44)- Why Ozempic isn’t actually a quick fix for weight loss (~09:36)- What we’re still getting wrong about nutrition (~16:29)- How your mindset influences your health outcomes (~23:24)- Jillian’s foundational fitness tips she tells her clients (~27:19)- How to get a good workout in just 10 minutes (~33:09)- Red flags in a personal trainer (~36:20)- Jillian’s serious back injury & how she recovered (~41:51)- Jillian’s advice for those dealing with chronic pain (~59:35)- How to recognize your personal pain triggers (~01:02:26)- Why the wellness space often overlooks nuance (~01:08:11)- The importance of broadening your health POV (~01:15:11) - What’s next for Jillian in the fitness world (~01:21:34)- Why you should listen to your gut (~01:24:21) Order a copy of my new book The Joy Of Well-Being at thejoyofwellbeing.com! Referenced in the episode:- Jillian's book, Master Your Metabolism.- The Fitness App.- Back Mechanic, by Stuart McGill.- What's Our Problem? by Tim Urban.- mbg Podcast episode #342, with Casey Means, M.D.- mbg Podcast episode #458, with Robynne Chutkan, M.D.- mbg Podcast episode #297 & #477, with William Li, M.D.- mbg Podcast episode #445, with Scott Galloway.- The DB Method & iTouch Wearables.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode sponsored by Nerdwallet, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"You're preparing for sleep the moment that you wake up," says Louisa Nicola.Louisa, a neurophysiologist and human performance coach, joins us to discuss how to optimize your brain metabolism, plus:- Louisa’s background & personal health journey (~00:17)- What is Neuro Athletics? (~01:49)- The link between sleep & brain health (~06:24)- How exercise impacts your sleep (~08:34)- How to set yourself up for a good night’s sleep (~13:02)- How alcohol affects your brain & how much you can drink (~15:37)- Louisa’s best jet lag hacks (~24:14)- Physical activity vs. exercise (~26:47)- How aerobic & resistance exercise benefit your brain (~28:36)- How exercise can reduce anxiety & depression ~36:40)- The benefits of proprioceptive training (~38:43)- Why creatine supplements deserve more hype (~44:43)- How taking care of your brain also helps your heart (~50:10)- How to know if you have a healthy brain (~53:56)- Louisa’s personal nutrition philosophy (~55:20)- How to optimize your brain regardless of age (~01:03:51)- The future of brain aging (~01:04:56)- Why we’re seeing such a high rate of strokes right now (~01:07:52)- How to control your emotions by reprogramming your brain (~01:13:11)Order a copy of my new book The Joy Of Well-Being at thejoyofwellbeing.com! Referenced in the episode:- Neuro Athletics.- Louisa's IG post on Alcohol consumption.- A study on alcohol & brain damage.- A study on melatonin supplement content.- A study on supplementation & Alzheimer's.- A study on lack of sleep & brain health.- Louisa's NACC course.- mindbodygreen's methylation support+.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“We're clearly over-nourished, under-muscled, under-slept, and overstressed. All of those things dramatically impact our state of health," says Peter Attia, M.D.Peter, a Stanford, John Hopkins, and NIH-trained physician, joins us to discuss how we can actually eradicate cardiovascular disease, plus:- Peter’s personal connection to healthspan & heart health (~00:58)- The four horsemen that lead to death (~03:25)- What’s driving chronic disease? (~06:37)- What is ApoB & why is it important? (~11:26)- Does exercise play a role in lowering ApoB? (~17:37)- How pharmaceuticals can lower ApoB (~18:35)- Why aren’t we talking about these heart disease treatments? (~22:36)- The best lab tests to measure cardiovascular health (~31:39)- The best lifestyle modifications for heart health (~36:36)- Labs you should demand at the doctor (~39:01)- Peter’s personal nutrition philosophy (~43:34)- How to eat more protein every day (~46:48)- Why exercise is the ultimate elixir (~53:09)- What we still don’t know about cardiovascular health (~01:00:52)- The power of grip strength for longevity (~01:03:24)- How Peter views the future of well-being (~01:06:10)Order a copy of my new book The Joy Of Well-Being at thejoyofwellbeing.com! Referenced in the episode:- Peter's book, Outlive.- Peter's podcast, The Drive.- Research on PCSK9 inhibitors, Ezetimibe, and Bempedoic Acid.- National Lipid Association member finder.- SPRINT trial on blood pressure.- STOP-Bang questionnaire.- A study on exercise & mortality risk.- mbg Podcast episode #466, with Don Layman, Ph.D.- Maui Nui Venison Snacks & UCAN granola.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices