Optimal Performance Podcast

Troy Casey is The Certified Health Nut One minute on his Instagram and you'll know why. His search for medicinal substances in the Amazon, His Liquid Sunshine, His 6-pack and thick beard and His innovate ideas about lifestyle and the future of health are undeniable.  This was an awesome and meandering conversation about: •Troy works with clients to help them totally change their lives •4 Needs - Humans Water, Food, Shelter, Fire (Tech) •Our bodies are out of balance •Life creates the conditions for more life •”It’s time to…come around the fire and talk about what matters most" •Troy thinks we’re in a sophomore Kardashian consciousness •”We did allopathic for about 150 years and where did that take us? We’re the sickest nation out there.” •Hydration, Organic Food, Exercise, Sleep, Breathing, Grounding, Thinking, Relationships, Nature •Getting back to basics. •Re-connecting the body with •Awakening to wholistic health before you have that life crash moment •”Most fit people aren’t healthy and most healthy peopl

Dr. Jim Stray-Gunderson has created something revolutionary.  Blood Flow Restriction is all the rage in the biohacking world right now. Leaders like Ben Greenfield, Dave Asprey and more are diving into the practice of restricting blood flow to the limbs in order to level up their performance.  Now it's your turn GO TO BStrong Training - https://bstrong.training/  USE CODE OPP  Get $65 off the whole body system.  In this episode we cover:  •No need to wait 6 weeks for results, you’ll get them in 3. Instead of an hour a day to get results you’ll get them in 30 min. •BFR and the systemic release of hormones because your brain thinks your arms and legs are tired •Benefits of BStrong for older populations •The most common concern is about safety, thinking about cutting off blood supply, like a blood pressure cuff. But it’s accommodating and stretchy. Dailing the amount of elasticity. •People don’t realize that restricting blood flow is beneficial if done correctly. •My personal experience with using BStrong and X3

Big takeaways.  Steve Stavs  is a South Africa based Chinese Herbalist, Coach, Biohacker, Author, Speaker and Podcaster. He reached out to have me on his podcast Made To Thrive.  So, this is that episode, where he interviews me on the 7 Pillars of Made to Thrive.  The 7 Pillars Are: •Purpose, community, environment, sleep, movement, nutrition, self-quantification Enjoy

Dr. Ben is uniquely qualified to talk about our individualized health. He is a global expert in understanding the roles that genes play in our lives.  Dr. Ben is the author of the hit book "Dirty Genes" and creator of Stratagene the comprehensive and easy to read genetic test.  In this direct and impactful conversation we cover: • Episode starts immediately with conversations about electromagnetism in the home, and the systems he uses to reduce dirty electricity. • We cover the intuitive design of Dr. Ben’s new version of Stratagene genetic testing •Who’s a good candidate for getting genetic testing •Consider, diet, environment, movement as it pertains to your genes •Health factors: environment, lifestyle, food and medications - what cleans your genes •The reason why we are not being educated to enhance our own health “You’re not getting news information, you are being manipulated.” “Health is political, you can’t separate the two” “My work is emphasizing the science of common sense.” •The awareness that many

Mike Mutzel is a thought leader in health and performance.  He's also an independent thinker. So I brought him back for a conversation on health in the time of CVD.  In this episode we cover: •Witnessing how groupthink works and how narratives shift with the curated content in mainstream media •How to be mindful with your time and focus •The importance of developing mitochondrial and capillary density at a young age (staying active with your family) •An honest conversation about NOT wearing a mask in public.  •Public Policy around health…what makes sense, what doesn’t? •How business interests interfere with effective and ethical health oversight •Conflicts of interest between health and business. •What should you be doing to keep yourself healthy and strong whether you want the vaccine or not •The connection of between metabolic inflexibility on your immune system and your response 

"You're not sick you're just thirsty, toxic and acid." As a former nuclear power engineer, Eileen became toxic and suffered from serious allergies and chemical sensitivities. Then she got smart on alternative health and detox protocols.  The biohacking equipment that she develops range from near infrared saunas, to portable air purification devices.  Get 10% off all these awesome biohacking devices HERE Or you can use the code OPP at checkout.  In this episode we cover:  •What are toxins? •Are we more toxic now that generations in the past? •What does it mean to detox? •What is the law of minerals? “Detoxing too hard can stress the body…it can zap the energy it needs for healing.” “Why do we do a sauna? To stimulate a fever to kill weak cells.” •Portable air purifiers that emit 19 million negative oins and 4 million positive ions...what! “You’ve gotta have hacks to provide yourself with a safe breathing environment.” "You’re not sick, you’re just thirsty, toxic and acid.” *The importance of getting eliminatio

You're being radiated right now.  This is our new reality. Nearly everywhere we go we're being exposed to radiation in one for or another. Dan De Baun is internationally recognized as a leading expert in protection from these harmful waves.  Dan is the inventor of Defender Shield which makes the most effective EMF protecting devices in the world.  Shop Devices here and use code OPP for 20% off! Some of these frequency are more harmful than others - but there are things we can all do to protect ourselves.  In this episode we cover:  •There is no scientific evidence that shows that 5G is connected to Coronavirus despite some claims •Why the acceptable amount of exposure to cell radiation is based on inappropriate data •Research shows that heart and brain cancer rates associate with cell phone radiation •Why other countries have halted the roll out of 5G. •How to know if you’re Elecric Hypersensitive •How to minimize EMF exposure at home. •The problem with biometric trackers that ping to phone 24/7 •Why France h

Dr. Jeffrey Spencer is in a class of his own.  He's an Olympian, worked with Tiger Woods, U2, Lance Armstrong, Richard Branson and participated in 8 Tour de France races.  He knows winning.  In this very impactful conversation we go deep into what it takes to achieve what we set out to accomplish.  Download “How Not To Blow It Just Before You Win" his 27-page White Paper HERE In this episode we cover:  •How everyone can get to performing at Champion Level. •How important it is to craft your life and lifestyle to the goals you want •What are you going to say about yourself on the other side of the virus? Did you fold with fear or did you push yourself to excel and transcend. •”Take everything that you think you need and throw it away.” •”Everyone of us does have a champion side that does want to create a life of value and contribution.” •We can’t outrun our blindspots so we need to work with outside guidance to prevent preventable problems •”Goal setting doesn’t mean or guarantee goal achievement.” •”I’ve neve

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Stephen Ezell is a thought leader in the conscious capital movement. His companies do good things in the world, while selling non-toxic soap. He's a savvy and honest business leader - and a great interview.  Here's really great offer for 56% off non-toxic hand soap  In this episode we cover:  •What is conscious capitalism •What people need to know about chemicals in their house. •The way we learn about and purchase products is changed •Normal is a thing of the past •The case of organic spinach - why it’s cheaper now than it was 5 years ago •Consciousness of consumers are shifting •The people and organizations that fit needs for people •How businesses are approaching the coming financial shifts •How important it is to vote with your dollar •Savvy consuming •The best way to live in a sustainable way    

Eben Britton is a truth teller.  His article exposing the reality of prescription drug use in the NFL went viral  He featured in a Netflix documentary called "Take Your Pills"  He continues to advocate for cannabis via Athletes For Care  AND he's the co-host of Hotboxin with Mike Tyson. On top of that - Eben is a gifted writer.... In this impactful, in-your-face episode of the OPP we cover:  •The compartmentalization of our current world consciousness •From idolizing the warrior archetype and thriving in the NFL to seeing through the system that shape us •Adderall addiction, prescription drugs in the NFL •The price of playing in the NFL - Link to story •The importance of putting in self work to be prepared for hard times •Who you are, what your life is all about •Work with psychedelics showing you yourself. •The power of cannabis for the brain and the body •Perspectives of a free thinker and father •The Fear menachinsms around death and the virus •The serious problem with being told we can’t touch each other

The most essential driving force of nature is to procreate.  We need healthy babies. And Dr. David Adamson knows more about baby-making than nearly everyone on the planet.  David Adamson is a consulting reproductive endocrinologist and surgeon, Medical Director of Equal3 Fertility, Clinical Professor ACF at Stanford University, and Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF. In this episode we cover:  • The avergage age of first birth is 30 and getting older •Cultural differences in fertility •The importance of fertility insurance and support from employers •Why it’s important to begin family planning conversations early •Intercourse 2-3 times a week when you're trying to get pregnant •Benchmarks for when you should consider seeing a fertility doctor •Trying to have a baby for a year, and under 30, go see a doctor •Dr. Adamson sets me straight on me thinking the pill is detrimental to hormones •Key fertility tips •Effects of covid on fertility •Current study shows that covid does not from pregnant mothers to babies

Mike Salemi is a BEAST. Kettlebell Champion, Movement Specialist, Performance Coach and mentee of Paul Chek His approaches to performance of the mind, body, emotions and spirit are next level. So it's no surprise he's a highly sought after speaker and teacher.  His Kettlebell Lifestyle program is ROBUST! Kettlebelllifestyle.com/opp He's offering 15% off the pre-sale to the course. If it's anything like the content he shares on Youtube it's awesome.  In this episode we cover: •Why you need to move •Specific exercises to re-start some movement during quarantine •Processing emotions through simple movement •The teachings of Paul Chek  •Trusting your gut, and committing to learn. •Focusing on movement for clearing emotion and moving it through the body •Inner work, and how to do more working in so you can have higher output working out •Rituals around working out, going to the gym •Movement as medicine •How to specifically re-start some movement and exercise during quarantine •Start small if need be •How simply t

Erick Godsey is the thinker we all need. As a trusted confidant and advisor to people like Onnit Founder Aubrey Marcus, Erick has an uncanny way of breaking down our thinking and deconstructing layers of symbolism.  Erick's Awesome  Podcast - The Myths That Make Us Erick's Website - Erickgodsey.com In this podcast we cover:  •Taking a look at symbolic psychology, what’s going on in the brains of people around the world •What can we do to activate changes in behavior during this time of crisis •Covid era dreams •Using a dream journal to help you understand your self and your psyche during this crazy time •Breaking down Positive Psychology’s acronym H.E.R.O. for dealing with crisis •Ways to become more Hopeful, Effective, Resilient and Optimistic •Psychological thought experiments to improve your mental state •Journaling exercises to assess your own psyche •The heroes journey and the the global shift in consciousness

Now is the best time in your life to experiment with how you eat and how you live.  Fasting, intermittent fasting, fat adaptation, metabolic autophagy and more are Siim Land's wheelhouse. A content creator, author and public speaker on all things fasting he knows his stuff.  Siim's Youtube channel  In this episode we cover:  •Insulin resistance and higher risk of Covid-19 •Building fat adaptation  - usually takes about a month, start with a  3 day fast •Microsoing gluten and sugar •Targeted Intermittent Fasting - benefits of autophagy, but promotes muscle growth, timing fasting and fast breaking around exercise to get quick energy then quickly burning it off and slip back into ketosis •Why eating carbs later in the day make is preferable to earlier in the day •How long does is it typically take to reset your metabolism, and get into manageable ketotic state •The difference between being in ketosis while you’re eating, and fasting •How to become keto adapted •How to gain metabolic flexibility •Choosing your fo

Shilajit (shil-uh-jeet) is unlike any other substance on the planet. It's formed from shifting tectonic plates. This densely packed mineral resin contains nearly all the elements from the periodic table.  And your body thrives on it. Pedro DoAmmaral is an Integrative Health Coach and BioMed research student who understands Shialjit better than most.  In this episode we cover: • Biomass of microorganisms, metals, minerals, elements into a tar-like resin, Utah, Andes, Himalayas - • 4 kinds - silver, copper, gold and iron • Cellular explanation of how shilajit works in the body • Enzymes absorbed intracellularly - fulvic acid for protein folding, copper, zinc, increase ATP • Perfectly balanced material for bodily optimization. • Why shilajit is more important than ever! • Shilajit and the liver, the gallbladder • Improves the bones through calcium transport as well as zinc The Shilajit I take is from Pure Himalayan Shilajit

Dr. Param Dedhia is a specialist's specialist - working at Johns Hopkins, Canyon Ranch and focusing on Sleep, Geriatrics, Health and Vitality.  When you've studied as intensively as he has, you have a broad perspective about what it takes to have well rounded, robust health.  In this episode we cover:  •Sleep to reduce inflammation and boost immunity •Why sleep is more important than diet •Why stressing out about sleep hurts it •My evening pre-sleep routine •Preparing for sleep during the day, and at night by engaging your 5 senses •Why it takes 7-10 days to recover from a night or two of bad sleep •Why Monks think the best way to train your mind is to get good sleep •Demystifying sleep, how it changes through our life, how it will change in the future •How our production of melatonin reduces as we age, so it becomes harder to get to sleep, stay asleep and get quality sleep •How we can better prepare for sleep during the day •Thinking about splitting 8 hours of sleep into the first 4 and the second 4 •How sle

Del Bigtree is a former producer of the award winning medical show The Doctors. He's the producer of "Vaxxed" a documentary about a CDC whistle-blower. And Del is a returning guest to The Optimal Performance Podcast.  In this episode we cover: • Del Challenges scientists to show a single stat that shows that this is more deadly than the flu • A thorough analysis of the limited data we have  • The vaccine development process and what is original antigenic sin - vaccines only attack part of a protein, but allows other viruses - which then causes people to have the virus, without symptoms. • Pharma insiders, are now working/leading the regulatory agencies we’re paying to help keep us safe. • They’re already admitting that they are going to rush it to market, without sufficient safety tests, no placebo groups, 45 people. Will be the most scrutinized safety test in history. Phase 1 trials are going to be very tricky to manage • We may never go back to where we were a month ago. 

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Dr. Cate Shanahan is one of the worlds experts in burning fat...and we should all get better at burning fat. Less body fat is one of the more important indicators of longevity. But many of us are confused and frustrated by lack of effective techniques.  You are unique, and so should your approach to burning. Customized Fat Burning Protocol Fat Burn Factor Based on Questionnaire - Key to longevity, and custom to you Questions like: When you’re active, do you get excessively hot? = toxic fat in body fat = body doesn’t want to burn, only heat When you’re hungry, do you get a headache? = Your brain isn’t getting enough energy from your body fat PUFA! TOP offenders foods that are damaging us - seed oils, refined carbohydrates What has Dr. Cate changed her mind on last year - Fresh food, organ meat, meat on the bone, fermented food Why Carnivore or Vegan work - getting away from toxic foods in the food supply How standard care doctors know only enough about nutrition to be dangerous Demystifying Statins - who