Season 9 - Episode 6 - Health Hacks for Hospitality with Michael Canas!
Is your lifestyle helping or hurting your performance in the kitchen?
In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco welcomes Michael Canas, a transformation coach with a passion for helping people in demanding careers - like hospitality - take back control of their health.
From sleep and cravings to nutrition, alcohol, stress, and the power of small, consistent habits, this episode is packed with practical, real-world advice for anyone struggling to stay healthy in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Whether you're a chef, restaurant owner, or just someone trying to juggle long hours with better habits, this is your blueprint for sustainable health and wellness.
Tune in to learn:
👩🍳 The real impact of nutrition vs. exercise - and where to focus first
👩🍳 What alcohol really does to your body, and how to drink smarter
👩🍳 How mental health, movement, and discipline all go hand in hand
👩🍳 The coaching mindset: how accountability and self-awareness lead to long-term results
01:00 Chef JKP Podcast Announcement
02:47 Meet Michael Canas: Transformation Coach
07:40 From Pub Chef to Fitness Professional
22:12 Nutrition vs. Exercise: Which Matters More?
33:21 The Sleep–Cravings Connection
41:38 Breaking Habits & Coaching Real Talk
48:15 Health Struggles in Hospitality
59:51 Common Health Myths and Missteps
01:08:57 Alcohol & Long-Term Health
01:18:43 Longevity, Habits & Healthspan
01:22:29 Accountability & Self-Improvement
01:34:46 Quick Fire Round
01:42:54 Final Thoughts & Takeaways
Follow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelcanasmc/
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Luvv Fits – luvvfits.com
Westholme – westholme.com
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