Think Fitness Life

In this episode we use the holidays as an excuse to venture off topic and rant about different topics. We hope you find it entertaining and possibly learn a thing or two. Send us an email and let us know what you liked! ThinkFitnesslife@gmail.com Have a great holiday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Show Notes: 0-10  organic and cage free, pasture raised 10 - 15 stress and quality of eggs and coops 18 - 22 whole grains, corn syrup, trans, fat and serving size 23 - 28 low fat, be proactive 28 - 35 looking at our food industry and the history of it 40 - 46 obesity rates increase and health issue growth in the past 20-30 years 48 - 62 reverse juicing, coop farms and other solutions for smart shopping 63 - closing statements --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

https://blog.humanos.me/sauna-bathing-for-brain-and-heart-health-guest-jari-laukkanen-md-phd/ 0-5 min - finland study with mike 5 - cardiovascular mortality statistics 10 - benefits from sauna 17 - steam room negatives 25 - heat for performance 30 - sauna as warmup 34 - applications of cold 36 - benefits of shivering 38 - White vs brown fat 48 - how do we get cold and shiver and get used to it --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Todd Sylvester has a very inspiring story of struggle and pain and addiction. His path of overcoming led him to understand his own personal beliefs and principles.  He embraced his new mindset and grew and changed into the advocate he is today.  Todd now speaks around the country, writes books and coaches people on how to overcome addiction and truly recover. For more information you can checkout his website http://www.toddsylvesterinspires.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Zach Shlien is a personal trainer and founder of the corporate wellness solution, PostureBreak. PostureBreak helps office workers get up and get unstuck with exercises and muscle activation movements to promote physical activity, proper posture and increased energy levels from the effects of low-intensity exercise. Zach is a certified personal trainer, Precision Nutrition Certified, Kettlebell Certified and Functional Movement Screen Certified. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss "Flow state" of the mind and its effect on performance. It's an incredibly powerful state of mind that with practice can be controlled and utilized to make you healthier and more productive in your life. We recommend checking into Stephen Kotler's work as well as Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's work. Articles referenced can be found in show notes on any other platform besides Itunes (Limited character count) Thank you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Reference from conversation in introduction; https://arstechnica.com/science/2018/09/probiotics-if-you-dont-just-just-poop-them-out-they-may-muck-up-your-guts/ Theories discussed that were developed by Gray Cook & Mike Boyle; Joint by Joint Theory Core Pendulum Theory The Performance Pyramid; http://www.kettlebellstronginva.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Cook-FMS-Performance-Pyramid.jpg  Other references to movement assessment material: https://www.functionalmovement.com/ SFMA FCS --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Coconut oil is good for you, coconut oil is bad for you. Alcohol is good for you, alcohol is bad for you. Which one is it?!?!  The poison is in the dose. I want to take the time to dive into these 2 major topics based off the articles below that were recently released.   https://www.theguardian.com/food/2018/aug/22/coconut-oil-is-pure-poison-says-harvard-professor https://www.npr.org/2018/08/24/641618937/no-amount-of-alcohol-is-good-for-your-health-global-study-claims --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Emmett is back on the show for a second installment! This time we get through ANOTHER 3 of the 10 Primal Living laws. Take a listen as we dive into these simple rules that will help you optimize the quality of your life. For more information visit www.EmmettMurphy.blogspot.com and stay tuned for the launch of the ThinkFitnessLife YouTube Channel featuring Matt Gluckman & Emmett Murphy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Article from intro: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180814173648.htm Diagrams we refer to: http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/energy-systems-pyramid.png https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55072bf0e4b055a8f66250e9/t/58c1f5dfb8a79bc99b007ac1/1489106406193/?format=750w We also recommend checking out Amelia Boone, Peter Attia and Zach Bitters --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mike Demille is a Physical Therapist and Personal Trainer. Mike got his doctorate in Physical Therapy from Springfield College in Massachusetts. He is Postural Restoration Certified (PRI) and currently works at Pure Performance Training in Needham, MA. Take a listen as Eric and Mike Demille discuss performance and how to be a better coach. Study from intro https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/cardio-strength-training-metabolism-effect-study-university-of-copenhagan-a8507641.html --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Meditation is a practice that most of western culture does not partake in. It has been around since the 1st century. People get turned off by the idea that they are worshipping "Buddha," when in actuality Buddha should be used as a representation for "something more powerful than self." Checkout these videos for further information. I recommend the book "Zen mind, beginner's mind. By Shunryu Suzuki" https://youtu.be/RgQRA8Q4uyA 5 min video https://youtu.be/La9oLLoI5Rc 30 minute video --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The body has a natural ability to adjust its internal environment based upon external stimuli. Take a listen as we describe this process in depth. Learn how this process can be hindering you and how you can get it to work in your favor. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

10 years of experience in the Fitness field. She is currently a Tier X Coach at Equinox and Functional Medicine Coach. She is a former member of the US ski team, a marathoner and avid weight lifter. This woman can do it all! We all had the pleasure of getting to work with Kara. She has so much experience and great insight. Take a listen as Eric interviews Kara about her personal nutritional journey and the science behind good and bad gut behavior. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode revolves around FASTING, intermittent, alternate-day, and extended. Below are articles/podcasts referenced. https://www.sciencealert.com/fasting-for-just-24-hours-boosts-the-regeneration-of-stem-cells-study-finds-intestine-longevity https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2018/06/27/autophagy-health-benefits.aspx https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9A3Jy7s5qY (Fasting is 40 - 50 minutes) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gP1NA5f4LfE (Fasting is 54 to 1hr 12 minutes) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Emmett is a co-worker and good friend that I have the pleasure of seeing every week. He has over 30 years of experience in the industry and he never stops learning. He is a wealth of knowledge and I look forward to getting him back on in the future for more episodes! http://emmettmurphy.blogspot.com/ Checkout; Mark Sisson - The Primal Blueprint Nina Teicholz - The Big Fat Surprise Chris Kresser - Undoctored Dr. Wahls - The Wahls Protocol Dr. Gundry - The Plant Paradox Dr. Perlmutter Joal Salatin --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss goal setting and how to define your goals. Anything you want to achieve or any behavior you want to eliminate is possible with the right goal setting. It is important to understand your goals in a way so you set yourself up for success and you build the confidence to reach future goals.  A goal without a plan is simply a wish. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Simply disguised as "Cardio," learn more about your bodies different energy systems. Learn how your body sustains its energy levels, recovers energy and how you can influence its efficiency. Train so that your body improves for the next training session. Work smarter not harder! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A very important topic that is often overlooked.  I personally really enjoyed recording this podcast and discussing different breathing techniques with these guys. The majority of us breath improperly and if you can change the way you breath you can change the way you feel. We didn't get a chance to talk much about Wim Hof Method but checkout his app. Search the playstore for Wim Hof Method app.  Listen and leave us some feedback! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Workout of the day? How about workouts of the week? Of the month? In this episode we talk about how to structure a program in a way that your body will make changes. We also discuss all the parameters to keep in mind for a well rounded program that will stimulate your body for changes. Work smarter not harder! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app