Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition
Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik
Optimal Health Daily, hosted by the esteemed Dr. Neal Malik, a tenured professor, registered dietitian nutritionist, and certified exercise physiologist, is a treasure trove of health and wellness insights. Dr. Neal delves into the latest research and timeless wisdom in nutrition, fitness, and diet, presenting them in easy-to-understand, digestible episodes. His expertise shines through as he handpicks and narrates the most informative and inspiring blog posts, offering practical tips and motivational stories to help listeners on their journey to optimal health.Each episode is a blend of science-based information and real-life application, making it a unique resource for anyone looking to improve their health and wellbeing. Dr. Malik's approach is holistic and inclusive, recognizing the importance of balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness. By focusing on diet, fitness, and nutrition, each episode provides you with the tools needed to achieve your health goals. His engaging narration and the podcast's diverse range of topics make it an essential daily listen for you as you seek to lead a healthier, more balanced life.This podcast is designed for those passionate about diet, fitness, and nutrition. It’s your go-to source for practical advice on managing your diet, improving your fitness, and understanding nutrition. Each episode offers actionable steps to foster a healthier lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of diet, fitness, and nutrition in achieving optimal health.Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...
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Jan 7, 2024 • 10min
2414: How My Money Attitude was Keeping Me Poor by Kelley Long of Financial Finesse on Financial Mindset
Kelley Long shares her personal story of shifting perspective on wealth and releasing negative attitudes towards financially comfortable individuals. She emphasizes the power of positive financial thinking and how small, mindful changes can lead to greater financial freedom and happiness. Topics discussed include the author's journey of overcoming negative attitudes about money, the significance of mindset in achieving financial health, and how to change your beliefs to create easier commitment and develop positive habits.
Jan 6, 2024 • 12min
2413: Sabbath Ramblings: How to Listen to Your Body - Biohacking, Spontaneous Healing, and Self Awareness by Ben Greenfield on Mind-Body Connection
Ben Greenfield discusses the deep connection between mind, body, and wellbeing. He emphasizes the power of listening to your body's cues and contrasts this with the reliance on technology. He explores the difficulties in understanding the body's needs and highlights the importance of tuning into your body and embracing stillness. Ben also talks about the benefits of stepping away from technology and embracing moments of stillness and silence.
Jan 5, 2024 • 11min
2412: Carbonated Water & Natural Flavors - Good or Bad? on Carbonated Water Acidity and Tooth Enamel
The podcast explores the world of carbonated water, discussing its acidity and impact on health. It delves into the science behind its bubbles, effects on tooth enamel, and myths surrounding its consumption. Practical tips for enjoying carbonated water responsibly are provided, along with alternatives for enhancing the taste of plain water.
Jan 4, 2024 • 9min
2411: This New Year, Don't Be Just Another Statistic by Ashley Ann Lawrie of Free Form Fitness on Health Improvement and Fitness Goals
Fitness expert and writer Ashley Ann Lawrie shares insights and practical tips for making lasting New Year's resolutions. She highlights the common pitfalls of ambitious goals, emphasizes the importance of starting small, celebrating small wins, and making a plan.
Jan 3, 2024 • 14min
2410: Prebiotics and Probiotics: What You Need to Know by Cassandra Bendall of Ideal Nutrition on Gut Health
Cassandra Bendall, an expert in gut health, discusses the roles of prebiotics and probiotics in our overall wellbeing, including their impact on nutrient absorption, immune function, and gut flora balance. She highlights the importance of including more prebiotics and probiotics in our diets for improved digestion, nutrient absorption, and immune function. Cassandra emphasizes the benefits of choosing high-quality probiotic supplements and incorporating prebiotic and probiotic rich foods.
Jan 2, 2024 • 11min
2409: The Key To Confidence by Ross Enamait of Ross Training on Athletic Success
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2409: Ross Enamait delves into the often-overlooked, intangible qualities vital for athletic success, focusing on confidence. He explores the journey to gaining true confidence, emphasizing hard work, experience, and daily competition in self-improvement. Enamait's insights provide invaluable guidance for athletes aiming to cultivate a mindset of unshakeable self-belief.Read along with the original article(s) here:https://rosstraining.com/blog/2014/08/the-key-to-confidence/Quotes to ponder:"I’m always going to come in overconfident because I train so hard that I leave no room for doubt in my mind. I never go in there to lose. The word is not even in my dictionary." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 1, 2024 • 8min
2408: The Scale Is a Liar: Why it Doesn't Matter For Fat Loss by Lea Genders on Muscle Gain
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2408:Lea Genders' article "The Scale Is a Liar" revolutionizes the approach to weight loss by debunking the misleading nature of scales. Genders shares a personal experience of gaining muscle while losing fat, illustrating that a scale's readout often fails to reflect true health progress. Her insight encourages a shift in focus from mere weight loss to improvingRead along with the original article(s) here: https://www.leagendersfitness.com/news/why-the-scale-doesnt-matterQuotes to ponder:"The scale only measures your overall bodyweight and that number is pretty much irrelevant to your overall health.""You have to measure your body composition to know your real results.""Toss that scale out the window (make sure it's open first) and focus on fat loss."Episode references:InBody Body Composition Analyzer: InBody Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 31, 2023 • 10min
2407: Muscle Building 101 by Eric Leija on Heavy Lifting and Consistent Exercise
Fitness expert Eric Leija provides practical and science-backed strategies for effective muscle building, including lifting heavier weights, eccentric training, compound movements, HIIT, and the importance of recovery and diet.
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Dec 31, 2023 • 10min
2406: 8 Ways You're Wasting Your Life by Marc Chernoff of Marc And Angel on Present Moment
Marc Chernoff delves into the common yet overlooked ways we avoid living in the present, from distracting ourselves with technology and work to evading our true feelings. He offers insightful guidance on embracing life as it happens, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and being present in the moment.
Dec 30, 2023 • 11min
2405: Fueling Tips for Early Morning Exercisers by Nancy Clark on Exercise Performance
Nancy Clark, a guest on the podcast, shares fueling tips for early morning exercisers, debunking myths about fasting before workouts. She emphasizes the importance of consuming calories and staying hydrated for enhanced performance and explains how proper fueling can significantly improve exercise outcomes.
