Episodes

  • 3315: [Part 2] Working Out While Sick: Good or Bad? by Jillian Kubala with Healthline on Exercising During Illness

    3315: [Part 2] Working Out While Sick: Good or Bad? by Jillian Kubala with Healthline on Exercising During Illness
    Mar 5 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3315: Jillian Kubala breaks down when it’s safe to exercise while sick and when your body needs complete rest. She explains how symptoms like fever, flu, stomach illness, or a persistent cough can worsen with activity and even put others at risk. Understanding these guidelines can help you recover faster, protect your strength, and return to your routine safely and confidently. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/working-out-while-sick Quotes to ponder: "Working out while you’re feverish increases the risk of dehydration and can make a fever worse." "Avoid going to the gym when you have a cough, as you’re putting fellow gym-goers at risk of being exposed to the germs that caused your illness." "Waiting until your symptoms completely subside before gradually getting back into your workout routine is a safe way to return to exercise after an illness." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • 3314: [Part 1] Working Out While Sick: Good or Bad? by Jillian Kubala with Healthline on Exercising During Illness

    3314: [Part 1] Working Out While Sick: Good or Bad? by Jillian Kubala with Healthline on Exercising During Illness
    Mar 4 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3314: Jillian Kubala explores whether exercising while sick helps or hinders recovery, breaking down when it’s safe to stay active and when rest is the smarter choice. Using the practical “above the neck” rule, she clarifies how to listen to your body while maintaining healthy habits. Discover how to protect your immune system, avoid setbacks, and make confident decisions about working out when you’re under the weather. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/working-out-while-sick Quotes to ponder: "Engaging in regular exercise is an excellent way to keep your body healthy." "Many experts use the 'above the neck rule' when advising patients on whether to continue working out while sick." "Ultimately listening to your body to determine if you feel well enough to exercise with a stuffy nose is the best bet." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • 3313: The Power of Focus AND Flows: The Tool You Need For Active Recovery by Eric Leija on Mindful Movement for Recovery

    3313: The Power of Focus AND Flows: The Tool You Need For Active Recovery by Eric Leija on Mindful Movement for Recovery
    Mar 3 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3313: Eric Leija explores how something as subtle as where you place your attention during a lift can dramatically impact muscle growth. Backed by research, he reveals how internal focus and a stronger mind-body connection can activate more muscle fibers and significantly boost results. Learn how to apply this simple mental shift to build better form, increase size, and maximize every rep. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ericleija.com/the-power-of-focus/ & https://www.ericleija.com/flows-the-tool-you-need-for-active-recovery/ Quotes to ponder: “Attentional focus is where a person’s concentration is during a lift, or muscle contraction.” “Focus less on the weight, and imagine/feel the muscle.” “The only caveat to an internal, muscle-based focus in when, say, you’re lifting close to your one-rep max: then it may actually be beneficial to simply focus on lifting the weight.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • 3312: Learn How to Tune in to Your Hunger and Fullness Cues by Crystal Karges on Intuitive Eating

    3312: Learn How to Tune in to Your Hunger and Fullness Cues by Crystal Karges on Intuitive Eating
    Mar 2 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3312: Crystal Karges explores how dieting and food restriction can disrupt our natural hunger and fullness cues, comparing our bodies to a car with broken gauges. She explains how reconnecting with mindfulness, pleasure, and intuitive awareness can restore trust in your body and transform your relationship with food. By learning to tune back into these internal signals, you can experience greater freedom, satisfaction, and peace in the way you eat. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/learn-how-to-tune-in-to-your-hunger-and-fullness-cues Quotes to ponder: “Nothing would be more tiresome than eating and drinking if God had not made them a pleasure as well as a necessity.” “We are innately born with natural hunger and fullness cues that help our body gauge exactly how much we need to eat in order to stay well and thrive.” “Awareness is the first step toward change.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • 3311: 4 Simple Steps to Start the Exercise Habit by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Habit Building

    3311: 4 Simple Steps to Start the Exercise Habit by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Habit Building
    Mar 1 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3311: Leo Babauta breaks down why so many people struggle to stick with exercise and offers a refreshingly simple path forward. By focusing on tiny, measurable goals and building accountability, he shows how to make the habit not just doable, but sustainable. If you’ve started and stopped before, this approach can help you finally build consistency that lasts. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/4-simple-steps-to-start-the-exercise-habit/ Quotes to ponder: "I have to admit that I have my ups and downs with the exercise habit." "The problem is that the goal is too difficult to sustain for very long." "Don’t -- DO NOT -- set a difficult goal. Set one that is super, super easy." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins
  • 3310: The Anger Iceberg by Kyle Benson of Gottman Institute on Anger’s Roots

    3310: The Anger Iceberg by Kyle Benson of Gottman Institute on Anger’s Roots
    Mar 1 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3310: Kyle Benson explores how anger often acts as a protective surface emotion, masking deeper feelings like shame, fear, or exhaustion. Drawing on insights from leading psychologists, he explains how understanding the “anger iceberg” can help us respond with curiosity instead of defensiveness. By learning to sit with anger rather than suppress it, we can build healthier boundaries, stronger empathy, and more connected relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/the-anger-iceberg/ Quotes to ponder: “Emotions are, in essence, impulses to act, the instant plans for handling life that evolution has instilled in us.” “Our raw feelings can be the messengers we need to teach us things about ourselves and can prompt insights into important life directions.” “The bottom line is that beneath everyone’s anger lies a reason.” Episode references: Emotional Agility by Susan David: https://www.amazon.com/Emotional-Agility-Unhook-Embrace-Change/dp/1592409490 Atlas of Emotions: https://atlasofemotions.org/ Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman: https://www.amazon.com/Emotional-Intelligence-10th-Anniversary/dp/055338371X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • 3309: Exercise This Muscle for Maximum Results by Stella Kaufman with Mark Fisher Fitness on Muscle Activation

    3309: Exercise This Muscle for Maximum Results by Stella Kaufman with Mark Fisher Fitness on Muscle Activation
    Feb 28 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3309: Stella Kaufman explores why lasting change in health and fitness depends less on intensity and more on strengthening your “patience muscle.” She explains how our culture of instant gratification weakens our ability to stick with long-term goals, and offers practical, actionable strategies to help you build habits that actually last. If you’re tired of starting strong and losing momentum, her insights will help you stay the course and see real results. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://markfisherfitness.com/exercise-this-muscle-for-maximum-results/ Quotes to ponder: "Whatever your resolution, with almost 100% certainty, you are going to have to exercise this muscle to get there. I am referring to your patience muscle." "We need patience. The stronger our patience muscle, the more likely we will be to power through until we see the results we are after." "If you are not a morning person, planning to visit the gym at 5:30a.m. before work might make achieving your goals more difficult." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • 3308: Atherosclerosis - How To Reduce Plaque in the Arteries With & Without Statins on Cardiovascular Risk Reduction

    3308: Atherosclerosis - How To Reduce Plaque in the Arteries With & Without Statins on Cardiovascular Risk Reduction
    Feb 27 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3308: Dr. Neal Malik explains why atherosclerosis can persist even with statins, diet, and lifestyle changes, highlighting the role of genetics, particularly elevated lipoprotein(a), in stubborn plaque buildup. His guidance emphasizes practical strategies like targeted fat choices, fiber intake, and realistic exercise plans to help reduce risk and prevent further progression. Quotes to ponder: "The trouble is, once this plaque, or atherosclerosis, sets in, it’s not reversible through lifestyle alone." "It’s estimated that about 1 in 5 Americans have high levels of lipoprotein-a." "Fiber is so helpful because it binds to cholesterol and helps the body get rid of it." Episode references: Omega-3 Fatty Acids – NIH Office of Dietary Supplements: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Omega3FattyAcids-Consumer/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins