Most people understand the basic foundations of health. For example, your regular habits like diet, exercise, and sleep obviously make a substantial impact on the way you feel and operate on a daily basis. However, in our culture, we’ve normalized a lot of things that can have adverse effects on your health.
On this compilation episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn about seven scary things you need to avoid if you want to live a healthy lifestyle. You’re going to learn from some of the world’s top experts, including toxicologists, biological dentists, and the FDA commissioner on habits and products you should ditch for better health.
You’re going to learn about the unhealthy ingredients hiding in your personal care products, specific dental treatments that could be blocking your vitality, and common kitchen items that might be making you sick. If you’re ready to take your health to the next level, I hope you enjoy this episode on 7 scary things you need to avoid!
In this episode you’ll discover:
What percentage of American citizens have chronic diseases. (2:19)
The risk factors associated with using conventional deodorants. (4:12)
Why using antiperspirants blocks your natural detox pathways. (4:54)
The chemical used in dry cleaning that’s linked with neurodegenerative diseases. (17:52)
Why Marines at Camp Lejeune had an elevated risk of Parkinson’s disease. (19:33)
How honey measures up against traditional cough medicine. (24:44)
How to use propolis to supercharge your immune health. (26:31)
What percentage of disease is controlled by genes. (36:08)
Three fundamental changes that occur when the body is under stress. (37:08)
Why a root canal is one of the top 3 health killers. (48:19)
The health dangers of metal dental treatments. (54:05)
Why you should never put plastic items in your dishwasher. (57:27)
How using plastic cutting boards can increase your exposure to microplastics. (58:19)
The truth about deaths caused by medical errors. (1:10:26)
How the medical system has caused or worsened major health epidemics. (1:12:19)
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The Root Cause of Parkinson’s Disease - Watch the full interview with Dr. Ray Dorsey!
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What Is Stress Doing to Our Immune Systems? - Watch the full interview with Dr. Bruce Lipton!
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The Two Best Exercises to Burn Fat - With Brad Kearns
The beauty of fitness is that there is a wide variety of exercises available. Whether you enjoy strength training, group classes, or a good old-fashioned walk, there’s truly something for everyone. But if you have a specific goal in mind, you might want to fine tune your routine.
On today’s show, you’re going to learn about the two best exercises for burning fat. Our guest, Brad Kearns, is a world-ranked professional triathlete and elite masters track & field sprinter. Today, he’s back on The Model Health Show for a powerful conversation on the specific exercises that result in fat loss and the science behind it.
This interview contains the essential formula for adding these two exercises into your routine whether you’re a beginner or a fitness expert. You’re going to learn about how to improve your body composition, increase your longevity, and much more. If you’re interested in burning fat and simplifying your fitness routine, just click play. Enjoy!
In this episode you’ll discover:
What the two best exercises to stimulate fat loss are. (2:50)
How sprinting and power exercises can ward off sarcopenia. (4:37)
The best way to add jumping into your training routine. (7:10)
Different methods you can use to incorporate sprinting. (13:34)
How long the human body is capable of sprinting. (17:32)
The benefits of exercising in a pool. (18:38)
How many reps are optimal when sprint training. (24:52)
How many times per week to incorporate sprint training. (26:58)
The best exercises for teaching the body to sprint. (31:07)
Why sprinting on flat ground is beneficial for bone density. (34:00)
The benefits of skipping. (34:55)
How barefoot shoes can improve performance and functionality. (41:50)
Brad’s take on Allen Iverson’s infamous practice rant. (53:33)
Realistic ways to add jumping into your routine. (58:44)
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The #1 Muscle for Athletic Performance, Pain-Free Training, & The Truth About Perfect Form - With Dr. John Rusin
When it comes to popular weightlifting exercises like squats and deadlifts, does perfect form actually exist? Today, we’re going to unpack this question with an expert on preventative health and customized training. You’re going to discover how to sharpen the skill of lifting, how to optimize the way your body moves, and what it takes to prevent injuries inside and outside of the gym.
Today’s guest, Dr. John Rusin, is a physical therapist, personal trainer, and injury prevention specialist. His new book, Pain-Free Performance is a guide to training your body for longevity. In this interview, Dr. Rusin is sharing principles for injury prevention, optimized movement, and how to train for longevity.
You’re going to learn about foundational movement patterns, the truth about perfect form, and what it means to create a health-first approach to training and exercise. You’ll also learn about specific exercises for training smarter, which muscle is the cornerstone of health, and so much more. I hope you enjoy this episode of The Model Health Show!
In this episode you’ll discover:
The truth about the quest for perfect form. (3:09)
What it means to optimize your movement patterns. (6:53)
Why understanding progressions of an exercise can help you improve. (8:16)
Two common, but incorrect, approaches to breathing. (9:58)
What the goblet squat challenge is. (12:57)
How to handle pain during exercise. (20:52)
The benefits of single-leg training. (24:35)
Which muscle is the most important for athletic performance. (28:05)
The link between well-rounded training and longevity. (30:25)
What the 6x6 protocol is. (31:09)
Why training for athleticism is critical as you age. (33:20)
What prehab is. (36:13)
How to train for deceleration. (40:01)
The difference between pain and discomfort. (47:03)
What the drawbacks are of sports specialization for young athletes. (51:00)
How a health-centric fitness approach can help you reach your goals. (1:01:05)
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The Truth About Red Light Therapy and Using Light as Medicine
Red light therapy has started to gain traction in popular culture. From sports medicine recovery to beauty treatments, more and more people are starting to catch on to the benefits of using red light. But why does red light therapy work? And what are its science-backed benefit?
On today’s show, we’re going to dive into the science of red light therapy. You’re going to learn how light therapy can help reduce pain, enhance skin quality, improve the symptoms of certain disorders, and so much more!
You’re also going to learn about other types of light therapy, like ultraviolet and green light therapy. We’re going to discuss the health benefits of getting adequate sunlight, why human biology is so responsive to input from light sources, and how to integrate more light into your routine. Enjoy!
In this episode you’ll discover:
The link between red light exposure and wrinkle reduction. (0:51)
Which bacteria has been shown to be reduced by far UV light. (1:22)
How red light therapy can help with muscle growth. (1:50)
The science behind why the human body is so responsive to light. (2:55)
How your circadian timing system works. (3:55)
The #1 influencer of your circadian clocks. (5:10)
How mitochondria respond to red light therapy. (6:24)
A fascinating study on hypothyroidism and red light therapy. (9:57)
The link between light therapy and fat loss. (15:11)
What the ultimate source of light therapy is. (20:56)
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Do This One Exercise to Burn Fat, Improve Hormones, & Live Longer
Modern culture has overcomplicated exercise. If you want to reap the health benefits of movement, you don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars on fancy equipment or trendy classes. In fact, there is one fundamental movement practice that can help you burn fat, avoid illness, and live longer. On this compilation episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn about the multitude of benefits walking can offer, including aiding in fat loss, improving longevity, and so much more. You’re going to hear from some of my favorite experts in the health and wellness space, including Juliet and Kelly Starrett, Dr. Jonny Bowden, and more. The best part is that walking is free and accessible for most folks. I hope this episode resonates with you and gives you the motivation to add more walking into your routine. So click play and enjoy the show!
In this episode you’ll discover:
How walking speed impacts the rate of fat loss. (0:30)
Where the goal post of 10,000 steps per day comes from. (7:09)
How many steps per day the average American gets. (7:49)
Why walking can help you get better sleep. (10:27)
The link between neuroplasticity and walking. (14:09)
How to negate the negative health consequences associated with sitting. (18:30)
Why walking can help improve your focus. (19:10)
How walking can improve insulin sensitivity. (27:59)
The connection between walking and testosterone levels. (29:40)
Why walking is neuroprotective. (35:00)
An important distinction between movement and exercise. (39:40)
The #1 daily habit that has the highest ROI. (41:18)
How rehabilitating your word can help you build better habits. (42:53)
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Cardio vs, Weights for Fat Loss - Hear my entire interview with Brad Kearns!
7 Habits to Optimize Your Body - Check out this solo episode on healthy habits!
4 Ways to Live Longer - Listen to the entire interview with Dr. Jonny Bowden!
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The Model Health Show is a fun, entertaining, and enlightening look at health and fitness. No subject is off limits here! World-renown author and nutritionist Shawn Stevenson breaks down complex health issues and makes them easy to understand and overcome. Whether it's weight loss, chronic fatigue, heart disease, diet, exercise, sex, hormones, sleep problems, or countless other health topics, the insights you get here will help you transform your health and live your best life ever.
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