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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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Nov 8, 2023 • 11min
2346: Are You Training Your Gut? by Nancy Clark on What to Eat For Exercise and Competition
Nancy Clark, a registered dietitian and specialist in sports dietetics, discusses how to eat for exercise and competition. She explores the importance of training the gut for endurance athletes and provides tips on fluid intake, optimizing carbohydrate absorption, and fueling effectively during extended exercise. She also offers strategies to prevent gastrointestinal issues during workouts, including limiting fiber intake, reducing consumption of certain foods, and consulting with a sports dietitian.

Nov 7, 2023 • 12min
2345: Basic Types of Exercise Everyone Needs to Know by Alexis Mallery on Understanding Different Types of Workouts
Alexis Mallery of DIY Active talks about basic types of exercise everyone needs to knowEpisode 2345: Basic Types of Exercise Everyone Needs to Know by Alexis Mallery on Understanding Different Types of WorkoutsDIY Active's mission is to help people stay fit and active no matter where they are and no matter what life demands of them. They believe that being active can and should be fun, and that you can live a healthy life the way you want. Their sustainable approach to fitness doesn't require travel time, fees, or even social skills.The original post is located here: https://diyactive.com/basic-types-of-exercise-everyone-needs-to-know/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 6, 2023 • 11min
2344: [Part 2] Tips For Burning More Fat With Cold Thermogenesis (And Why Icing Really Does Work) by Ben Greenfield
Ben Greenfield offers tips for burning fat with cold thermogenesis. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 2344: [Part 2] Tips For Burning More Fat With Cold Thermogenesis (And Why Icing Really Does Work) by Ben GreenfieldAuthor of the New York Times Bestseller, Beyond Training, Ben Greenfield’s balanced approach to fitness, nutrition and health comes from his extensive experience in the fitness and wellness industry as one of the country’s leading personal trainers and wellness consultants. In 2008, Ben was nominated by the NSCA as America’s top personal trainer, and in 2013 and 2014, Ben was voted as one of the top 100 most influential individuals in health and fitness.A frequent contributor to health and wellness publications and a highly sought after speaker, Ben’s understanding of functional exercise, nutrition, and the delicate balance between performance and health has helped thousands of people around the world achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.The original post is located here: https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/article/fat-loss-articles/burning-more-fat-with-cold/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 5, 2023 • 11min
2343: [Part 1] Tips For Burning More Fat With Cold Thermogenesis (And Why Icing Really Does Work) by Ben Greenfield
Ben Greenfield offers tips for burning fat with cold thermogenesis. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2343: [Part 1] Tips For Burning More Fat With Cold Thermogenesis (And Why Icing Really Does Work) by Ben GreenfieldAuthor of the New York Times Bestseller, Beyond Training, Ben Greenfield’s balanced approach to fitness, nutrition and health comes from his extensive experience in the fitness and wellness industry as one of the country’s leading personal trainers and wellness consultants. In 2008, Ben was nominated by the NSCA as America’s top personal trainer, and in 2013 and 2014, Ben was voted as one of the top 100 most influential individuals in health and fitness.A frequent contributor to health and wellness publications and a highly sought after speaker, Ben’s understanding of functional exercise, nutrition, and the delicate balance between performance and health has helped thousands of people around the world achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.The original post is located here: https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/article/fat-loss-articles/burning-more-fat-with-cold/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 5, 2023 • 11min
2342: Is Having Multiple Bank Accounts a Good Idea by Amanda of Women Who Money on Money Management
Amanda of Women Who Money discusses whether or not it's a good idea to have multiple bank accounts.Episode 2342: Is Having Multiple Bank Accounts a Good Idea by Amanda of Women Who Money on Money ManagementThe co-founders of Women Who Money are Amy Blacklock from Life Zemplified and Vicki Cook, from Make Smarter Decisions. Vicki and Amy connected initially online and eventually met in person at a financial conference in the fall of 2017.They’ve both reached financial independence and left full-time work to devote more time to family, pursue passion projects, and embrace fun and challenging opportunities.They enjoy collaborating on original content and sharing great articles written by and for women.The original post is located here: https://womenwhomoney.com/multiple-bank-accounts/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 4, 2023 • 10min
2341: High Rep Low Load vs. Low Rep High Load by Ashley Ann Lawrie of Free Form Fitness on Weight Training Theory
Ashley Ann Lawrie of Free Form Fitness compares approaches to weight trainingEpisode 2341: High Rep Low Load vs. Low Rep High Load by Ashley Ann Lawrie of Free Form Fitness on Weight Training TheoryThe vision behind Free Form Fitness is to create a fitness company that is so much more than just a gym that offered personal training. They've created a holistic approach that includes the many facets of a healthy life well-lived. Their time-tested pillars: nutrition, accountability and fitness are just three of the areas their incredible personal trainers focus on, and they are designed to change your life forever.The original post is located here: https://freeformfitness.ca/high-rep-low-load-vs-low-rep-high-load/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 3, 2023 • 12min
2340: How Can You Lose Fat Around Your Abdomen or Belly Quickly - Losing Belly Fat Fast
The podcast discusses the influence of genetics on body fat distribution, strategies for losing belly fat, and provides a sample weekly workout routine for losing belly fat.

Nov 2, 2023 • 13min
2339: Sleep Debt: Can You Ever Catch Up? by Ana Gotter with Healthline on How to Sleep Better and Feel More Energized
Ana Gotter, Healthline contributor, discusses the concept of sleep debt, the impact of sleep quality on restfulness, and the negative effects of chronic sleep restriction. She provides tips for coping with short-term sleep deprivation, strategies for falling asleep, and explores the various stages of sleep and their importance for overall health.

Nov 1, 2023 • 9min
2338: One Change: Mindful Eating by Danielle Omar of Food Confidence on Consuming Your Food Consciously
Danielle Omar talks about mindful eatingEpisode 2338: One Change: Mindful Eating by Danielle Omar of Food Confidence on Consuming Your Food ConsciouslyDanielle Omar, MS, RDN, is an Integrative Dietitian, founder of FoodConfidence.com, and creator of the Nourish 21-Day Clean Eating program and Food Confidence community. Through teaching, speaking, and writing, she has spent the past two decades helping thousands transform their health. Danielle has also served as an expert consultant for My Fitness Pal, The Washington Post, The New York Times, LifeFuels, and Food Network.The original post is located here: https://www.foodconfidence.com/2019/02/28/mindful-eating/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 31, 2023 • 11min
2337: How To Make An Exercise Habit Stick by Marc Bilodeau of Fit Trend on Making Working Out Easy
Marc Bilodeau of FitTrend helps you make an exercise habit stickEpisode 2337: How To Make An Exercise Habit Stick by Marc Bilodeau of Fit Trend on Making Working Out EasyFitTrend first launched its browser-based fitness journal in 2003 to help everyone, no matter their athletic abilities, to track their exercise, sleep, and weight as they work towards their fitness goals. Fast forward to today, the health and fitness industry has exploded. As a result, there are hundreds of apps, online coaching, on-demand workouts, and technologies to help you achieve your fitness goals. With all the wearables, scales, heart monitors, and other health devices, you can easily get lost in all those metrics. FitTrend lets you connect your tech to your account to bring all your metrics into one place. Although metrics can be useful, not all of them are important for your personal success. So, their goal is to help you focus on achieving your goals. They do this by highlighting the metrics you find useful, but let you explore the rest of them for fun. The original post is located here: https://www.fittrend.com/how-to-make-an-exercise-habit-stick/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices