

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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Sep 8, 2023 • 10min
2276: Lose Belly Fat Fast - How to Get Rid of Abdominal Fat
The podcast discusses the challenges of losing belly fat and provides practical tips on managing body composition through balanced lifestyle and calorie management. It also offers a detailed workout routine for losing belly fat, including cardio, resistance training, and rest. Listeners are encouraged to submit health-related questions for a Q&A segment.

Sep 7, 2023 • 13min
2275: The Meditation Diet: How I Lost 60+ lbs. by Savoring by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Blue Zones & Mindfulness
Leo Babauta talks about how meditation and savoring his food helped him lost over 60 lbs.Episode 2275: The Meditation Diet: How I Lost 60+ lbs. by Savoring by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Blue Zones & MindfulnessLeo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness.The original post is located here: https://zenhabits.net/mind-full/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

Sep 6, 2023 • 11min
2274: How To Cut Carbs Without Cutting Your Sanity by Lea Genders on Monitoring Your Carbohydrate Intake
Lea Genders tells you how to cut carbs without cutting your sanityEpisode 2274: How To Cut Carbs Without Cutting Your Sanity by Lea Genders on Monitoring Your Carbohydrate IntakeLea Genders is a NASM certified personal trainer, running coach, nutrition habits coach and fitness blogger. She helps you fast track your own running and healthy lifestyle journey. She helps runners get stronger, perform better and reduce injury-risk with her runner-specific strength training program. The original post is located here: https://www.leagendersfitness.com/news/2017/4/15/how-to-cut-carbs-without-cutting-your-sanityVisit 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

Sep 5, 2023 • 9min
2273: Is Training to Failure Necessary for Muscle Growth? by Christian Finn of MuscleEvo on Exercising For Bigger Muscles
Christian Finn of MuscleEvo talks about whether or not you should be training to failureEpisode 2273: Is Training to Failure Necessary for Muscle Growth? by Christian Finn of MuscleEvo on Exercising For Bigger MusclesChristian Finn is an exercise scientist and former "trainer to the trainers" based in the UK. He holds a masters degree in exercise science, and has been featured in or contributed to major media on two continents, including the BBC and Sunday Times in the UK and Men’s Health and Men’s Fitness in the US.The original post is located here: https://muscleevo.net/failure-muscle-growth/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 4, 2023 • 12min
2272: [Part 2] MED: The Goldilocks Of Training Dosage by Kate Galliett of Fit For Real Life on Mobility Training
Kate Galliett of The Unbreakable Body talks about the importance of mobility training. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 2272: [Part 2] MED: The Goldilocks Of Training Dosage by Kate Galliett of Fit For Real Life on Mobility TrainingKate Galliett has been a coach of movement and strength for 16 years. She is an expert at helping others unlock their True Nature and tap into their full potential through movement, fitness, body re-patterning, and mindset. She began as a trainer in a local gym during her college years and has had a wide array of experiences in the fitness, coaching, and entrepreneurship realms.The original post is located here: http://fitforreallife.com/2014/09/med-the-goldilocks-of-training-dosage/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

Sep 3, 2023 • 12min
2271: [Part 1] MED: The Goldilocks Of Training Dosage by Kate Galliett of Fit For Real Life on Mobility Training
Kate Galliett, an expert in movement, fitness, and mindset, discusses the importance of mobility training and finding the ideal training dosage. She emphasizes the need for consistency and variety in exercise routines to optimize health and wellness.

Sep 3, 2023 • 11min
2270: The Past Doesn't Matter: What Surviving a Warzone Can Teach You About Finance by Wanderer of Millenial Revolution
Wanderer reminds us that the past doesn't matter, and fills us in on what surviving a war zone can teach us about finance.Episode 2270: The Past Doesn't Matter: What Surviving a Warzone Can Teach You About Finance by Wanderer of Millenial RevolutionWanderer retired from his engineering job at a major Silicon Valley semiconductor company at the age of 33. He now travels the world seeking out knowledge from other wealthy people, so he can teach people how to become financially independent themselves.The original post can be seen here: https://www.millennial-revolution.com/build/mario/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

Sep 2, 2023 • 9min
2269: The Best Outdoor Workout Equipment by Eric Leija on Exercising Outside
Eric Leija talks about the best outdoor workout equipmentEpisode 2269: The Best Outdoor Workout Equipment by Eric Leija on Exercising OutsideEric Leija is an Onnit Academy Senior Kettlebell Coach. He coaches in Austin, Texas at the Onnit Gym. He specializes in kettlebell training courses but also incorporates other training tools and methods into his routines to get the most out of every session. He's been coaching for over three years but has been working out and living a fit lifestyle for over 12 years.The original post is located here: https://www.ericleija.com/the-best-outdoor-workout-equipment/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

Sep 1, 2023 • 12min
2268: When to Rest vs. When to Push Yourself to the Limits When Exercising
Ask Dr. Neal your question about health, nutrition, diet, fitness, and more here:http://OLDPodcast.com/askor call: 614-568-3643Episode 2268: When to Rest vs. When to Push Yourself to the Limits When ExercisingVisit 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

Aug 31, 2023 • 11min
2267: Muscular Hypertrophy and Your Workout by Jane Chertoff with Healthline on Increasing Muscle Size
Jane Chertoff from Healthline discusses muscular hypertrophy and how to increase muscle size. The podcast explores factors contributing to muscle growth, exercise selection, rest cycles, optimizing gains through post-workout nutrition, and the role of challenging muscles for growth and definition.