Health Is A Skill with Todd Vande Hei

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Latest Episodes:

Rewriting the Brain for Freedom & Performance, with “The Mind Architect” Peter Crone Feb 20, 2025

Most people don’t simply live their lives—they live out the stories going on in their minds. On this week’s episode of Health Is A Skill, Todd sits down with “The Mind Architect”, Peter Crone, to dive into how deeply ingrained subconscious beliefs drive behavior and limit potential. Peter shares how he helps elite athletes, executives, and everyday individuals break free from fear, stress, and self-imposed constraints.

Together the two discuss the difference between reactive and responsive living, the power of curiosity, and why true success requires trust, patience, and humility. Peter also explores the profound impact mindset has on health, healing, and longevity, arguing that shifting perspectives can be the key to dissolving anxiety and even improving physical well-being.

If you’re feeling stuck in repetitive cycles—whether in your career, relationships, or personal health—this episode will challenge you to reconsider the way you see the world and yourself.

Learn more about Peter on his website: https://www.petercrone.com/.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS:
00:00 The Illusion of Stress and Control
03:30 Todd’s Transformational Moment with Peter
06:12 How Mental Narratives Shape Reality
09:38 The Two Biggest Mental Barriers for Elite Performers
12:35 How Mindset Affects Aging and Flexibility
17:00 Rethinking Anxiety: The Power of Perception
19:40 Can Mindset Alone Heal Disease?
23:41 The Body as a Self-Healing Pharmacy
26:43 Acceptance vs. Resistance in High Performance
30:17 Breaking Free from Stuck Patterns
34:32 The Power of Trust, Patience, and Delegation
40:49 Embracing Impermanence for a More Fulfilling Life
49:25 Advice to a Younger Self

Functional Medicine, Gut Health, & Toxicity, with Dr. Bob Rakowski Feb 13, 2025

The foundation of health starts in the gut—something ancient wisdom and modern science both can agree on. In this week’s episode of Health Is A Skill, Dr. Bob Rakowski unpacks the critical role gut health plays in overall wellness and why functional medicine is the key to addressing the root causes of disease.

Together Todd and Dr. Rakowski highlight the dangers of xenoestrogens and microplastics, explaining their link to declining testosterone, metabolic disorders, and early puberty. The conversation then shifts to hormones, where Dr. Rakowski reveals why muscle is the real driver of longevity and explains that conventional hormone replacement therapies may not be the best first step.

With decades of experience in functional medicine, Dr. Rakowski shares inspiring case studies of patients reversing chronic diseases, overcoming stage four cancer, and regaining their health through natural interventions. His insights on diet, movement, stress management, and environmental awareness offer a powerful roadmap for anyone looking to optimize their health.

Learn more about Dr. Rakowski and his practice on his website: https://www.drbobrakowski.com/.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Suppression of Natural Medicine and Its Comeback
03:26 Todd’s Health Transformation and the Role of Functional Medicine
06:20 Gut Health: The Foundation of Wellness
07:34 What is Functional Medicine? Common Misconceptions
12:55 Understanding Hormones and Endocrine Disruptors
16:57 Xenoestrogens and Their Impact on Male and Female Health
18:39 Microplastics and Environmental Toxins in the Body
25:53 The Shift Towards Health Consciousness in Younger Generations
27:53 Diagnostic Tools in Functional Medicine
33:59 The War on Health and Political Shifts in Medicine
35:17 Generational Differences in Healthcare Trust
37:49 How to Begin Your Health Journey
40:09 Success Stories: Overcoming Chronic Illness with Functional Medicine
42:17 Where to Find Dr. Bob Rakowski

Magnesium’s Critical Role in Health & Performance, with Dr. Robert Fredrickson Feb 06, 2025

Magnesium is responsible for over a thousand biochemical reactions in the body, yet more than 75% of people are deficient in this critical mineral. Dr. Robert Fredrickson joins Todd on this week’s episode of Health is a Skill to break down why magnesium is essential for energy production, blood pressure regulation, cardiovascular health, sleep, anxiety, and even muscle function. Together the two discuss how stress, processed foods, and modern farming practices contribute to widespread magnesium deficiencies and how to address these gaps through diet and supplementation.

The conversation dives into the different forms of magnesium supplements—which ones are effective, which ones to avoid, and how to choose the right one for specific health concerns. Todd and Dr. Fredrickson also discuss how magnesium interacts with medications, why gut health impacts magnesium absorption, and the link between magnesium and nervous system balance. Whether you're looking to optimize your health, improve recovery, or manage stress, this episode is filled with actionable insights to help you make the most of magnesium.

Learn more about Dr. Fredrickson and his practice on his website: https://fredricksonhealthsolutions.com/.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to Magnesium’s Importance
03:07 Todd’s Personal Experience with Magnesium Deficiency
04:01 The Essential Roles of Magnesium in the Body
05:26 Signs & Symptoms of Magnesium Deficiency
06:52 How to Test Your Magnesium Levels Accurately
08:53 Can You Get Enough Magnesium from Food?
10:00 Understanding Different Magnesium Forms
12:06 Magnesium for Constipation & Gut Health
13:24 Magnesium’s Role in Mental Health & Anxiety
15:06 The Connection Between Magnesium & Heart Health
16:55 How Long Does It Take to Correct a Deficiency?
18:46 Magnesium-Rich Foods & The Dark Chocolate Connection
19:51 Magnesium for Muscle Recovery & Restless Leg Syndrome
21:43 How Magnesium Impacts Sleep Quality
23:16 Medication Interactions & Magnesium Depletion
24:56 Who Is Most at Risk for Magnesium Deficiency?
25:52 Can You Take Too Much Magnesium?
27:14 How to Choose the Best Magnesium Supplement
30:26 Why Type A Personalities Need More Magnesium
30:35 Where to Find Dr. Fredrickson

A Reality Check on the Facts Behind Menopause & Metabolic Health, with Dr. Alice Nguyen Jan 30, 2025

Menopause is an inevitable transition, but it doesn’t have to be miserable. In this episode, Dr. Alice Nguyen brings her wealth of knowledge to a candid discussion on managing menopause and metabolic health. She and Todd dive into how hormonal shifts affect weight, fat distribution, and mental well-being. Dr. Nguyen then explains why resistance training and optimal protein intake are critical for maintaining muscle mass and bone health, especially post-30 when muscle naturally begins to decline.

The episode also addresses early signs of metabolic issues, the importance of digestive health, and how aging ovaries affect energy, cognition, and physical health. Dr. Nguyen discusses the power of HRT in restoring hormonal balance and even helping patients wean off psychiatric medications. Misconceptions around fitness goals, such as the pressures of achieving a "six-pack," are tackled head-on, with practical advice for women to navigate this life stage healthfully and confidently.

Whether you’re in your 20s and looking to build a strong foundation or entering menopause and facing new challenges, this conversation offers actionable strategies to improve your quality of life at every stage.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Impact of Hormones on Mental Health
05:30 Menopause and Metabolic Changes
11:35 Disordered Eating and Its Consequences
20:05 The Balance of Exercise and Nutrition
25:53 Understanding Hormonal Changes in Women
30:42 Managing Perimenopause: Strategies and Solutions
35:28 The Role of Nutrition and Supplements
41:35 The Importance of Protein and Strength Training
47:15 Navigating Menopause: Acceptance and Adaptation

Male Fertility & The Impact of Testosterone Replacement Therapy, with Michael Moeller, ND Jan 23, 2025

On today’s episode of Health is a Skill, Todd is diving into a topic that is becoming more and more prevalent for men: lower rates of male fertility. Dr. Michael Moeller is a naturopathic medical doctor who specializes in men’s health, with a focus on fertility optimization and testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Together the two discuss why men across the board are experiencing lower rates of fertility and testosterone than ever before and how to combat this issue from a health standpoint.

Todd starts off the conversation by asking Michael why he believes male fertility rates have been dropping globally, and some of the key factors behind this change from even just 50 years ago. The episode then gets into some of the ways men can naturally boost their testosterone levels, the benefits of TRT, and the impact of factors like diet, exercise, and other treatments on male fertility. If you’re a guy, especially in your younger years, don’t skip this information-packed episode!

Learn more about Dr. Michael Moeller and his practice on his website: https://www.drmichaelmoeller.com/.

Follow Michael on Instagram at @dr.michaelmoeller

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Male Fertility and TRT
02:51 The Wheel of Health Philosophy
06:09 Declining Male Fertility Rates
09:01 Environmental and Lifestyle Factors
11:57 Understanding Hormones and Neurotransmitters
14:47 The Impact of Sleep on Health
18:01 Exploring TRT and Its Effects
20:48 Clomiphene and Its Role in Fertility
24:09 Navigating Hormonal Treatments
27:01 The Future of Male Health and Fertility
36:37 Understanding Testosterone and Its Impact
47:59 Navigating Fertility and Hormone Therapy
59:57 The Role of Nutrition in Hormone Optimization
01:07:39 Future Perspectives on Fertility and Hormone Health

Fat Loss & Diet, with Geoff Samson Jan 16, 2025

Being that it’s the beginning of a new year, we’re continuing our conversation on the best ways to lose fat as we start off 2025! Today Todd is joined by Stark’s registered dietician, Geoff Samson. Geoff is an expert in all things fat loss and the foods you need to eat (and not eat!) to achieve your goals.

On today’s episode, Todd invites Geoff to share some of that expertise: weighing in on many of the common mistakes he sees people making when trying to lose fat, the best foods to eat (and some to avoid) for fat loss, and why food can (and should!) still be enjoyable even if you’re working to achieve your goals. Todd ends the episode with a rapid fire series of questions for Geoff, asking him everything from his favorite cheat meal to the most bizarre weight loss trend he’s seen in practice.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 Rethinking Nutrition: Beyond Chicken and Broccoli
07:33 Understanding Fat Loss: Common Mistakes and Misconceptions
14:46 The Role of Liquid Calories in Diet
22:30 Debunking Food Myths: Good vs. Bad Foods
24:56 The Evolution of Taste: Adapting to Healthier Choices
27:53 The Evolution of Taste and Palate Adaptation
31:11 Navigating Diet Trends: Tools for Success
38:21 The Ripple Effect of Nutrition on Energy and Health
40:46 Breaking Free from Emotional and Stress Eating
49:27 Rapid Fire: Nutrition Trends and Personal Favorites

Effective Fat-Burning Strategies to Kick Off 2025, with Amir Mofidi Jan 09, 2025

Welcome to Season 3 of Health is a Skill! We’re kicking off a brand new season—and a brand new year—talking about the most effective ways to burn fat and feel your best as we enter 2025. Stark’s head of training and health protocols, Amir Mofidi, is back on the podcast, this time joining Todd to discuss optimizing fat-burn, if cutting calories actually works, and which type of exercise to prioritize to lose fat in those stubborn areas. Let’s dive in!

Amir and Todd have been perfecting their respective fat loss regimens for years, and in this opening episode of Season 3, they share those exact strategies with you! Together the two outline the role hormones play in fat loss, if fasting or calorie restriction actually works to achieve your goals, and the best ways to exercise depending on your life stage and body composition. Todd and Amir wrap up the episode by taking a look at fat loss in women specifically, plus debunk some of the common misconceptions around how to burn fat.

Start 2025 off right with this super practical episode, and don’t miss a moment of Health is a Skill this season by subscribing to the show here: https://www.stark.health/podcast.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Fat Loss Goals
02:55 The Wheel of Health Concept
05:47 Hormonal Influences on Fat Burning
09:11 Understanding the Fat Burning Process
12:00 The Role of Muscle Mass in Fat Burning
16:47 Cardio and the Fat Burning Zone
20:04 High-Intensity vs. Low-Intensity Training
22:50 Rapid Fat Loss Strategies
25:17 Caloric Restriction and Its Effects
26:15 The Role of Macros in Fat Burning
27:41 Fasting: Benefits and Drawbacks
29:35 Understanding Glycemic Loads
30:32 Misconceptions About Fat Loss
33:25 Spot Reduction: Myth or Reality?
34:22 Extreme Caloric Restriction Consequences
37:16 Cultural Shifts in Female Fitness
40:35 The Importance of Protein and Calories
44:26 Measuring Progress in Fat Loss
48:18 Personal Strategies for Fat Burning

Season 2 Recap: Your Health is in Your Hands Jan 02, 2025

We’re wrapping up Season 2 of Health is a Skill with a recap of the last 11 episodes—what our guests taught us about achieving a state of peak health, Todd’s insights into his own health journey, and a look back on how you can be the healthiest version of you.

For this solo episode, Todd runs us through each guest from this past season, emphasizing what they taught us about taking health into our own hands. If you’re looking for a list of actionable steps to take charge of your health as the new year begins, this is the episode recap you need! Todd then concludes this episode with a look back on his own health scare in September—how he suffered a stroke and what he’s done to improve his sleep and heart health in the aftermath.

Thanks for tuning in to Season 2 of Health is a Skill—we’ll see you back here for Season 3 coming soon!

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 Optimizing Your Health Journey
01:33 The Healing Power of Music
03:27 Perspective and Longevity
05:23 The Importance of Sleep
07:19 Strengthening Your Glutes
09:41 Protein and Regenerative Agriculture
10:39 Women's Health and Birth Control
11:35 Mental Resilience from Space
13:30 Strength Training and Eastern Medicine
15:27 Personal Health Journey and Recovery
18:53 Season Recap and Holistic Health

The Intersection Between Strength Training & Eastern Medicine, with Dr. Chris Holder Dec 26, 2024

Todd is back for this week’s episode of Health is a Skill with a special guest he’s been meaning to reconnect with for over a decade: Dr. Chris Holder. Chris is a strength coach turned doctor of eastern medicine practices like Qigong and Christian mysticism, and today on the show he’s here to tell us more about where the two intersect.

Todd begins the episode with an overview of what strength training is and its many benefits—inviting Chris to share how he’s seen eastern medicine practices enhance his strength training programs, specifically helping his athletes during their recovery periods. The two go on to discuss some of the biggest things Chris has learned throughout his career as a strength coach, lay out best practices for strength training as you get older, and make the case for why the science of strength training and the spirituality of eastern medicine can (and should!) go hand-in-hand.

Follow Chris on social media @drholder, and check out his website here: https://www.christianmysticism.online/.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 Holistic Health and the Wheel of Health
03:51 The Power of Strength Training
10:11 Emotional and Mental Benefits of Strength Training
15:57 Integrating Eastern and Western Medicine
20:12 The Future of Health and Wellness
28:00 Integrating Qigong in Athletic Training
29:54 Common Mistakes in Strength Training
35:16 The Evolution of Nutritional Approaches
39:26 Strength Training for Aging Populations
43:09 Connective Tissue and Athletic Performance
51:59 Movement Patterns and Athletic Longevity

Mental Well-Being, Meditation, & Building Resilience, with Mark Vande Hei Dec 19, 2024

For today’s episode of Health Is a Skill Todd is joined by a very special guest, his brother Mark Vande Hei! But this isn’t just some catch-up conversation between two brothers. Mark is a NASA astronaut and retired U.S. Army colonel who served as a mission specialist aboard the International Space Station on multiple expeditions, including a record-setting stay of 355 days. Given his background in high-stress environments, Mark and Todd discuss how to build a foundation of mental well-being, why practicing meditation was so important for Mark while on mission in space, and the many ways our mental state affects our physical health.

During the first part of the episode, Todd outlines his own mental health journey and how having a healthy (or unhealthy) mental state can drastically impact so many areas of our physical health—from our cardiovascular system and orthopedic health to our gut and sleep. Then Mark and Todd get together to take a deep dive into Mark’s experience serving on the International Space Station. Mark discusses how meditation played a key role in maintaining his mental well-being during orbit, why community and connection were some of his top priorities, and even his advice for dealing with conflict among different groups of people.

This unique take on how to build resilience and prioritize your mental health is a conversation you’re not going to want to miss!

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Mental Well-Being
02:46 The Wheel of Health and Its Components
06:07 The Interconnectedness of Mental and Physical Health
09:05 Detoxification and Its Importance
11:55 Gut Health and Stress Management
14:48 Nutrition's Role in Mental Resilience
18:12 Orthopedic Health and Stress
21:10 Mark Vande Hei's Experience in Space
24:04 Meditation and Mental Resilience in Space
29:51 Adapting to Life in Space
33:07 The Role of Meditation in Physical Health
40:15 Fostering Connection and Purpose in Isolation
46:03 Navigating Interpersonal Relationships in Space
51:53 The Impact of News Consumption on Perspective
57:09 Shifts in Family Dynamics and Communication

A Realistic Look at the Birth Control Pill & Women’s Health, with Alice Nguyen Dec 12, 2024

For decades women have been told that taking the birth control pill is the best approach to controlling their cycle and regulating hormones. But as more research has been done in recent years, it’s become apparent that maybe this isn’t the best choice for all women. On today’s episode of Health is a Skill, Todd sits down with Alice Nguyen—Stark’s head of functional medicine—this time to take a realistic look at the birth control pill and its overall effect on a woman’s health.

Todd begins the episode with a brief overview of the history of the birth control pill and why that matters in light of the way women are using it today. He then invites Alice to share her perspective—both as an expert on the topic and as a woman herself—on some of the common misconceptions surrounding the pill’s impact on a woman’s overall health, natural birth control alternatives, and the sizeable role diet and exercise play in hormone regulation and decreasing menstrual pain.

Whether you’re a woman yourself or simply have women in your life that you care about—this episode is one you can’t miss!

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Women's Health and Birth Control
02:52 The Wheel of Health Concept
05:47 Pharmacology and Women's Health
09:10 The Impact of the Pill on Society
11:51 Misconceptions About the Pill
14:55 Negative Side Effects of Hormonal Birth Control
17:46 Acne and Hormonal Imbalances
21:06 Long-term Effects of Birth Control
24:08 Managing Menstrual Symptoms
26:49 Non-Hormonal Approaches to PMS
28:39 Addressing Micronutrient Deficiencies
31:55 The Role of Omega-3s in Hormonal Health
35:43 Natural Alternatives to Birth Control
40:53 Dietary Influences on Menstrual Health
44:32 Environmental Factors Affecting Women's Health
47:47 Stress Management and Hormonal Balance
52:46 Optimizing Hormonal Health Beyond Birth Control

Building Healthy Muscle Mass, with Amir Mofidi Dec 05, 2024

Todd is back for this week’s episode of Health is a Skill, this time sitting down with Stark’s Amir Mofidi to talk all things muscle mass. Most of us know that having a healthier muscle mass percentage is a good thing for our bodies, but can it actually lead to living a longer, healthier life? And how do we go about building muscle in a way that’s beneficial and sustainable? Amir discusses all that and more on today’s episode.

During their conversation Todd invites Amir to weigh in on the best ways to measure muscle mass, the ideal percentages for men and women (they’re vastly different), and once built, how we prevent that hard-earned muscle mass from going away as we age. The two end their discussion by looking at the different ways we can approach training when it comes to effectively building up muscle.

Connect with Amir Mofidi and the rest of the Stark team on their website: www.stark.health.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Importance of Movement and Muscle Mass
01:32 Understanding Muscle Mass Measurement
05:23 The Role of Measurement in Health
06:51 Setting Optimal Muscle Mass Goals
10:14 The Impact of Water Weight on Measurements
14:28 Body Fat Percentages and Women's Health
16:52 The Pursuit of Exceptional Health
17:21 Myofibular Protein Synthesis and Muscle Growth
24:31 Understanding Motor Unit Activation
27:53 Training to Failure: Myths and Realities
30:15 The Role of Technique in Strength Training
36:29 Training Frequency and Muscle Growth
43:43 Getting Started: A Beginner's Guide to Training

The Effect Fasting can have on Longevity, with Dr. Paul Anderson and Alice Nguyen Nov 28, 2024

The effect fasting can have on your health and longevity is a complicated one, and has become even less clear-cut in recent years. So how can we know if fasting practices like intermittent fasting benefit our overall health? Today on Health is a Skill Todd welcomes back Dr. Paul Anderson and Alice Nguyen, who team up on this episode to discuss if fasting can really optimize our health for the long term.

Dr. Anderson and Alice work with different subsets of the population—where Dr. Anderson focuses on cancer patients and the critically ill, Alice’s role as Stark’s head of functional medicine has her working with clients who, though not traditionally viewed as “sick,” are working to improve their health. Together Dr. Anderson and Alice outline how fasting affects many of our body’s most basic functions, from cellular health and cardiovascular function to disease prevention and a more well-rounded diet. The episode closes with a look at some of the ways individuals can practice “taking out the garbage,” as Dr. Anderson says, besides fasting.

Learn more about Dr. Paul Anderson and his practice on his website: www.dranow.com.

Connect with Alice Nguyen and the rest of the Stark team on their website: www.stark.health.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Role of Fasting in Health and Longevity
09:05 Diverse Perspectives on Fasting: Experts Weigh In
21:31 Fasting and Its Impact on Different Populations
31:53 The Importance of Clean Eating
34:45 Fasting and Gut Health
37:08 Optimizing Diet for Health
39:34 The Role of Sleep in Health
40:59 Hormonal Balance and Healing
42:21 Fasting and Mitochondrial Health
49:38 Understanding Dementia and Cognitive Decline
56:17 Cardiovascular Health and Fasting

An Update on Todd’s Recent Stroke | How to Minimize Your Health Problems & Risks Nov 21, 2024

For this week’s special episode of Health is a Skill, Todd gives us an update on how the stroke he experienced in September has affected his overall health and outlook on life. There are many factors you can control when it comes to your health, but some elements will always remain out of our hands. Todd’s stroke on September 22nd of this year was one of those uncontrollables, but that doesn’t mean he let the experience set him back in any way.

In this highly personal, candid episode, Todd walks us through the events of September 22nd, and the health milestones in his life that led up to where he is today. Todd outlines how a heart condition called AFib has affected his health since he was 30, why quality sleep has become a non-negotiable for him, and how his pursuit of optimal health has changed with this most recent stroke. Todd wraps up the episode with three actionable takeaways anyone can implement today to take control of their health.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 Facing Mortality: A Personal Journey
12:01 The Impact of Atrial Fibrillation
18:45 Emergency Response and Recovery
22:08 Pursuing Optimal Health

The Health Impacts of Protein & Regenerative Farming, with rancher Kevin Muno Nov 14, 2024

Most of us probably know we need more protein in our diets, but what’s the best way to get that protein? On today’s episode of Health is a Skill, Todd talks with athlete turned rancher, Kevin Muno, to break down the many benefits of grass-fed beef and why regenerative farming is where we should be looking when it comes to nutrient-dense sources of protein.

Kevin is the founder of Perennial Pastures, a group of regenerative ranches with the aim of restoring the land’s natural health and producing meat that retains that nutrient-density. Together Todd and Kevin cover best practices behind regenerative ranching (and why it’s better for the environment and the consumer), share some of the ways a protein-rich diet can directly impact your health, and look at how consumers can know for sure if they’re buying grass-fed or not.

Learn more about Kevin and Perennial Pastures on their website: https://perennialpasturesranch.com/.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Skill of Health
01:54 Understanding Protein's Importance
13:06 Regenerative Agriculture and Human Health
21:50 The Nutritional Value of Grass-Fed Beef
33:22 Consumer Awareness and Choices
48:50 Future Aspirations in Regenerative Farming

How Healthy Glutes can Help us Live Longer, with Dr. Andrea Schwab Nov 07, 2024

Many factors contribute to a longer, healthier life, but is a rounder booty really one of them? Stark’s head of chiropractic, Dr. Andrea Schwab, joins Todd on today’s episode of Health Is a Skill, looking at how fostering healthy glutes can in fact lead to better orthopedic health and increased longevity.

Glutes are one of the biggest—if not the biggest—muscles groups in the body, but they’re often underdeveloped, especially as we get older. Together Dr. Schwab and Todd look at why glute health is so important, break down some of the ways we can increase our glute strength and change our lifestyles to prioritize this muscle group, and discuss the problems associated with underutilized glutes. Todd also shares his experience of how unused glutes led to low back pain and mobility issues early in his 30’s—encouraging listeners that with a few lifestyle changes, they too can acquire the skill that is glute health.

Learn more about Dr. Andrea Schwab on Stark’s website: https://www.stark.health/

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Importance of Glute Development for Longevity
10:41 Orthopedic Health and Glute Functionality
17:11 Cultural Perspectives on Body Shape and Health
21:33 The Impact of Sedentary Lifestyle on Glute Health
24:59 Reactivating Glute Muscles
32:11 The Importance of Glute Health for Aging
35:00 Lifestyle Changes for Maintaining Mobility
40:14 Practical Exercises for Glute Activation
46:08 The Connection Between Glutes and Longevity

Sleep is a Skill, with Mollie Eastman Oct 31, 2024

Most of us know sleep is important for our health, but how important is it really? The science behind what happens when our bodies aren’t getting enough sleep is jarring, to say the least. On today’s episode of Health is a Skill, Todd sits down with popular podcaster and sleep expert, Mollie Eastman, to talk about how to make getting a good night’s rest a priority for your health.

Together Mollie and Todd break down why aligning your sleep patterns to the rhythms of nature can have such a big impact, how what you eat and when you eat can improve sleep, and some of the biggest mistakes many of us are making when it comes to sleeping well. They finish up the conversation by taking a look at some of the newest technology coming down the pipe that may help revolutionize the way we track how sleep is affecting our health.

Learn more about Mollie and her resources on her website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Importance of Sleep Management
03:06 Understanding the Wheel of Health
05:57 The Consequences of Poor Sleep
09:45 Insights from Mollie Eastman on Sleep
13:54 Chronobiology and Circadian Rhythms
17:59 The Role of Light in Sleep Quality
21:58 Nutrition Timing and Sleep
26:09 Technology and Sleep Optimization
30:13 Common Sleep Mistakes and Solutions

Perspective and Longevity w/ Dr. Chris Renna Oct 24, 2024

Perspective—how you view yourself and your role within the world—is one of the final steps towards a healthier self, but it’s also one of the hardest areas to optimize. On today’s episode of Health is a Skill, Todd sits down with Dr. Chris Renna, one of the nation’s premier preventative medical providers, to talk perspective, optimism, and longevity.

It’s not a secret that having a more optimistic perspective can lead to a longer, healthier, and happier life, but how do we actually become more optimistic? Dr. Renna and Todd discuss some practical ways we can all employ to become more positive about life, the studies surrounding a positive perspective and increased longevity, and how psychedelic assisted therapy can be used as a tool to shift our perspective for the better. Towards the end of the episode Todd shares a personal story of coming to terms with his own perspective and how he worked to change that to a more optimistic outlook over time.

Learn more about Dr. Renna and his practice on his website: https://www.lifespanmedicine.com/.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Power of Perspective
09:15 Understanding Longevity and Health
15:27 Key Factors Influencing Aging
27:36 Shifting to an Optimistic Perspective
39:34 Rewiring the Mind for Positivity
47:00 The Role of Psychedelics in Healing

The Healing Power of Music w/ Barry Goldstein Oct 17, 2024

Welcome to season 2 of the Health is a Skill podcast! Todd is kicking off this second season with a special guest who is sure to leave every listener with practical tools they can use right now to uplevel their health in a whole new way. That guest today is Barry Goldstein, legendary composer and sound expert, who stands as the intersection between music and healing. Together Todd and Barry dive in to the healing power of music and how this tool all of us use in one way or another can truly transform our stress management, sleep, and longevity.

It is possible to be the DJs of our own lives—controlling how we think and feel with the help of certain types of music. Barry and Todd break down exactly how to incorporate specific pieces of music into your day, depending on how you want your mind and body to react at that moment. They also discuss the power your heartbeat has to control your mind and body, building a musical routine, and how music can serve as an aid for your workouts, sleep, and times of creativity.

Learn more about Barry and his work on his website: https://www.barrygoldsteinmusic.com/, and don’t miss out on any of the transformational content we have planned for season 2 of Health is a Skill!

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Healing Power of Music
10:08 Understanding Heart and Mind Connection
20:27 Music as a Tool for Mental Well-being
39:35 Targeting States with Music
49:58 Coherence and Its Importance

Unlocking Peak Health: The Power of Belief & The Wheel Of Health Oct 10, 2024

We’re wrapping up season 1 of Health is a Skill with a recap episode from Todd, featuring his insights on some of the common misunderstandings surrounding protein consumption, a personal look at his own heart health challenges, and why he believes ketamine-assisted therapy is a vastly overlooked way to level up your health. This first season of Health is a Skill has been incredible, and we’ve learned from a variety of experts in the areas of health and wellness. Today Todd also takes a look back at some of his favorite conversations from the season, and gives us a teaser of what to look forward to in season 2.

Thank you for tuning in to this first season of Health is a Skill! We can’t wait to share more ways to help you achieve peak health in the future!

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 Belief in Health and Peak Wellness
03:04 Understanding Body Composition and Protein
06:00 Cardiovascular Health and Stress Management
11:50 Ketamine-Assisted Therapy and Mental Wellbeing
18:07 Hormone Replacement Therapy and Detoxification
23:55 Gut Health and Orthopedic Insights
29:46 Heart Rate Variability and Personal Growth

Mental Wellness & Ketamine Assisted Therapy w/ Dr. James Leathem Oct 03, 2024

Mental wellbeing is about more than just the absence of mental illness. It’s a multifaceted area of health that encompasses everything from physical to psychological to emotional health—but what are some of the ways we can achieve peak mental wellness? This week on Health is a Skill, Todd is joined by Dr. James Leathem, a board certified anesthesiologist and co-founder of Advanced Wellness and Pain, a clinic that specializes in ketamine assisted therapy.

Dr. Leathem has been using psychedelic medicines for almost 30 years, working to allow the unconscious mind to reveal itself to the conscious mind and become the best version of himself. It’s a practice he’s passionate about, and one he’s now using to assist others on their health journey. Throughout today’s conversation, Todd and Dr. Leathem outline the many benefits of ketamine assisted therapy, what the process of receiving ketamine actually looks like, Todd’s own experience with this type of therapy and the benefits he’s seen to his health, and how ketamine plus therapy can revolutionize your mental health from the inside out. The two end the episode by emphasizing the importance of mental wellbeing as a key to achieving optimal health, without it—even if our physical bodies are in a peak state—our minds will always be pulling us down in some way. Ketamine assisted therapy is a useful tool to have in your toolkit when it comes to the journey of transforming your health into a skill.

Learn more about Dr. Leathem and his practice at https://advancedwellnessandpain.com/

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Mental Well-being
03:40 The Connection Between Mental Well-being and Body Composition
05:04 The Impact of Mental Well-being on Cardiovascular Health
06:03 The Influence of Mental Well-being on Hormones, Sleep, and Recovery
07:31 The Relationship Between Mental Well-being and Detoxification
08:28 The Role of Mental Well-being in Gut Health and Nutrient Choices
09:53 The Connection Between Mental Well-being and Orthopedic Health
13:10 The Power of Psychedelics in Facilitating Self-discovery
16:19 Understanding Ketamine-assisted Therapy
18:14 The Mechanisms and Benefits of Ketamine Therapy
24:30 The Magic of Ketamine-Assisted Therapy
28:46 Becoming Consciously Competent
29:45 The Importance of Integration
32:27 The Foundation of Health
35:46 The Ketamine Session Experience
39:09 Dissociative Out-of-Body Experience
41:41 Resetting and Transforming the Self
45:04 Ketamine-Assisted Therapy for Personal Evolution
46:26 Addressing Mental Wellbeing and Physical Health

HRV w/ Salim Najjar Sep 26, 2024

On this week’s episode of Health is a Skill we’re talking all things HRV, or heart rate variability—the shift in timing between your heartbeats. It’s a topic that’s come into the limelight over the last few years, and for good reason: we’re all arguably more stressed than ever before and we need skills to measure, cope with, and manage that stress in a healthy way. Salim Najjar joins Todd for the latter part of this conversation, lending his expertise in nervous system regulation to today’s episode.

Humans have always had the innate ability to manage stress—it’s how we survived and evolved from hunter-gatherers that had to flee from saber-toothed tigers in order to survive. But today we’ve taken that same level of stress and transcribed it onto non-life threatening situations: think a negative email, parenting decisions, using social media, or just trying to get through the day. The result? We’re now more stressed than ever before, and our HRV shows that. Together Todd and Salim discuss what exactly HRV is, what your HRV number means (and why you shouldn’t compare that number with someone else’s), skills for managing your stress, and why putting those skills in place will lead to a longer, healthier, and happier life.

Follow Salim on Instagram at @thathrvguy and learn more about his approach to heart rate variability on his website: https://thathrvguy.com/.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Importance of Health Awareness
03:01 Understanding Heart Rate Variability (HRV)
05:53 The Autonomic Nervous System Explained
08:51 The Consequences of Chronic Stress
11:47 Perception and Stress Management
15:09 The Role of HRV in Emotional Resilience
17:59 Modern Life and Its Impact on HRV
21:12 Using Technology to Measure HRV
24:07 The Journey to Improve HRV
26:56 Somatic Awareness and Emotional Healing
29:46 The Connection Between Doing and Being
33:07 Final Thoughts on HRV and Personal Growth

Strength & Longevity w/ Brett Jones Sep 19, 2024

Strength training is about much more than being able to lift heavy weights in the gym—it’s a practice that, if applied correctly, can significantly improve our longevity and overall health. For this week’s episode of Health is a Skill Todd takes a look at what strength training actually entails, inviting certified athletic trainer and strength training specialist, Brett Jones to share his years of insight and expertise.

After seeing strength training improve so many aspects of his own health, Todd is passionate about everyone adding this important piece of the puzzle to their health toolkit. Together Todd and Brett break down the four main components of a strength training practice, the biggest concerns or potential problems that come with working to get stronger, how to properly do exercises like deadlifts and bench presses, and where to start when developing a strength training program. Their conversation wraps up with Brett sharing a personal story about his own strength training journey and how it aided him during his fight against cancer. Strength is about so much more than lifting the heaviest weights or being muscular—it’s about living a long, enjoyable life where you're able to do the things you want and live independently and well.

Learn more about Brett and his resources on his website: https://appliedstrength.com/ or follow him on Instagram at @brettjonessfg

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Strength Training
08:42 The Benefits of Being Physically Stronger
19:21 Strength Training for Health and Longevity
24:07 The Practice of Strength Training
28:25 Key Components of a Strength Training Program
34:11 The Practice of Strength Training
36:31 The Importance of Movement Quality
43:33 Patience in Building Strength
51:18 Hip Mobility for Deadlifts
54:17 The Clean, Press, and Squat
01:00:37 The Greater Purpose of Strength

Orthopedic Health w/ Bryce Turner Sep 12, 2024

Orthopedic health—our ability to move our bodies well and often—affects nearly every other function of our health, from sleep and nutrition to stress and digestion and everything in between. That’s why we’re spending this whole episode of Health is a Skill breaking down exactly what orthopedic health is and how to incorporate it into our health toolkit. As always, Todd opens with his own take on the topic—giving us an overview of his own orthopedic health journey and the ways focusing on this area have improved his health—before diving into a conversation with today’s guest, Bryce Turner.

Bryce is the owner of Beach Fitness and ELDOA USA, a certified exercise coach, and certified holistic lifestyle coach. Together Todd and Bryce get right into it—breaking down what ELDOA (Elongation Longitudinaux Avec Decoaption Osteo Articulaire) exercise is and why it’s so vital to orthopedic health, the role hydration plays in joint health, the process of re-architecturing someone’s body, and some of Bryce’s most memorable patient outcomes. The episode wraps up with Bryce sharing the top three things everyone should be doing to enhance their orthopedic health.

Follow Bryce on Instagram @beachbryce or check out his page on ELDOA USA here: https://eldoausa.com/trainer/bryce-turner/

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS
00:00 The Interconnectedness of Orthopedic Health and Overall Well-being
03:24 The Benefits of Improving Orthopedic Health
15:25 The ELDOA Method: Creating Space in Joints for Better Orthopedic Health
26:02 The Impact of Stress on Orthopedic Health
29:22 Changing Perspective and Re-architecting the Body for Improved Orthopedic Health
32:09 The Role of Nutrition in Supporting Orthopedic Health
32:39 The Importance of a Clean Diet and Proper Hydration
39:20 Understanding Hydration and Tissue Health
43:08 Choosing the Right Water and Avoiding Plastic Bottles
45:31 Quantifying Water Intake for Optimal Hydration
50:11 Scheduling Water Intake to Avoid Sleep Disruption
51:07 Self-Treatment and Self-Care for Orthopedic Health
53:58 Success Stories: Improving Health through Nutrition and Hydration
59:33 Building a Supportive Healthcare Team

Gut Health w/ Dr. Paul Anderson Sep 05, 2024

Dr. Paul Anderson is back on the show this week, this time talking all about gut health and how to optimize our gut through lifestyle, exercise, nutrition, and stress management. Todd’s own health changed when he cut out gluten and found chronic symptoms like headaches and joint pain were no longer plaguing him. For this episode Todd invites Dr. Anderson to introduce us to the basics of gut health—diving into the brain-gut axis, probiotics versus prebiotics, the dangers of antibiotics, and tests anyone can do to determine what’s irritating their gut.

The two close out their conversation by looking at steps we can all take to optimize our gut health. The gut is truly the beginning and end of so many health problems, but working towards a healthy gut doesn’t have to be impossible. Gut health is a skill you can acquire and master if equipped with the right knowledge and tools.

Learn more about Dr. Anderson and his practice on his website: https://dranow.com/.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Overview
03:19 The Impact of Gut Health on Nutrient Absorption
05:38 The Connection Between Gut Health and Joint Health
07:03 Gut Health and its Influence on Mental Well-being
08:32 The Role of Gut Health in Cardiovascular Health
09:31 Gut Health and Muscle Building
10:58 Hormone Regulation and Gut Health
14:44 Understanding the Gut-Brain Axis
20:23 The Negative Effects of Gluten on Gut Health
21:21 Maintaining a Healthy Gut for Optimal Well-being
25:36 The Impact of Agriculture and Chemical Additives on Gut Health
27:04 The Gut's Ability to Heal Itself
32:58 The Role of Antibiotics in Gut Health
36:44 The Importance of Prebiotic and Probiotic Foods
40:05 Using Stool Tests to Determine Gut Health
43:01 Achieving Optimal Gut Health

Hormones, Specifically Women's Hormones w/ Dr. Gordon Gunn Aug 29, 2024

Dr. Gordon Gunn joins Todd for this week’s Health is a Skill podcast to talk all things hormones, specifically women’s hormones. There are millions of hormones in our bodies, and they all perform different functions to regulate our emotions, body composition, and sex drive, but postmenopausal women may be the most difficult to treat demographic when it comes to hormone regulation.

Dr. Gunn has been practicing medicine for 50 years now, and is considered an expert when it comes to hormone replacement therapy, specifically in postmenopausal women. During their conversation Todd and Dr. Gunn cover the history of menopause in the healthcare system, the botched 2002 study that led to our tainted view on using estrogen to treat postmenopausal women, and the benefits of hormone replacement therapy. No matter which demographic you fall into, we can all benefit from learning more about hormone replacement therapy and incorporating it into our health toolkit.

Learn more about Dr. Gunn and his practice on his website: https://gordongunnmd.com/

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Importance of Estrogen
08:40 The History of Hormone Replacement Therapy
19:50 The Flawed Study and Misconceptions
27:32 Barriers to Hormone Replacement Therapy and the Need for Education

Nutrients w/ Alice Nguyen NMD & Amir Mofidi Aug 22, 2024

Today on the show Todd is joined by the two people who helped transform his body from a nutrient-perspective: Alice Nguyen and Amir Mofidi. Alice serves as the head of naturopathic medicine at Stark, while Amir leads their personal branding. Together Alice and Amir have helped Todd rebuild his body composition from the ground up by focusing on the nutrients he consumes and how they affect his body composition, body fat percentage, and energy levels.

These two are experts when it comes to what we put into our bodies and how our bodies absorb those nutrients. Together with Todd they break down what exactly micronutrients and macronutrients are and how they affect the body, concrete ways to improve your health from a nutrition standpoint, and the benefits and dangers of meat (and what exactly “meat” means today). The conversation wraps up with Alice and Amir sharing their no. 1 pieces of advice for individuals wanting to optimize their health by being more conscious about what they eat. We are what we consume, but we can choose to be informed about how those nutrient choices are affecting our overall health and wellbeing.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS
00:00 The Confusion Around Nutrition Sciences
02:52 The Importance of Measuring and Tracking Nutrition
04:19 The Impact of Nutrients on Joint Health
05:45 Nutrients and Mental Well-being
06:15 The Role of Nutrients in Energy Production
08:10 Muscle Synthesis and the Importance of Macronutrients
09:10 Cardiovascular Health and the Role of Nutrients
10:09 Nutrients and Sleep, Recovery, and Stress Management
11:35 Detoxification and the Role of Nutrients
13:02 Gut Health and the Importance of Nutrient-Dense Foods
21:32 The Challenges in Obtaining Nutrient-Dense Foods
22:27 The Impact of Soil Quality on Nutrient Content
24:20 The Disconnect Between People and the Food They Consume
24:49 Challenges and Misconceptions in Nutrition Compliance
25:18 The Debate: Animal Protein vs. Plant-Based Alternatives
30:42 The Impact of Nutrition on Insulin Sensitivity and Muscle Protein Synthesis
44:25 The Complex Relationship Between Nutrition and Hormones, Gut Health, and Chronic Diseases

Detoxification w/ Dr. Paul Anderson Aug 15, 2024

For this week’s episode of Health is a Skill, Todd sits down with Dr. Paul Anderson to talk all things detoxification. A lot of us might think that we don’t need to do much to detoxify, since our bodies are pretty good at that process naturally. But given the amount of chemicals that have been introduced into our environments in the last 70-100 years—through everything from personal care products to drinking water—we’re being exposed to more toxins than ever before. Dr. Anderson and Todd discuss what you need to know when it comes to making detoxification part of your health toolkit.

A well-known educator and clinician in naturopathic and integrative medicine, Dr. Anderson is an expert when it comes to detoxifying our bodies and getting them back to peak health. Together he and Todd go over why toxins are so prevalent in today’s world, some key ways we can remove or avoid toxins, and how to naturally detoxify through methods like exercise, diet, and saunas. The two finish up the episode by discussing Todd’s own journey of removing toxins from his environment and the results he’s experienced.

Learn more about Dr. Anderson and his practice on his website: https://dranow.com/.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Overview
02:52 Detoxification and its Impact on Health
09:38 Toxicity and Chronic Illness
23:23 The Role of Colorful Fruits and Vegetables in Detoxification
29:06 Glutathione and Other Supports for Detoxification
40:31 Sources of Toxins and Managing High Toxic Loads
45:18 Conclusion and Call to Action

Cardiovascular Health w/ Dr. Jack Wolfson Aug 08, 2024

On this week’s episode of Health is a Skill, Todd is breaking down cardiovascular health, and why this aspect of our health is so important. For most of us, cardiovascular health is something we don’t necessarily think about, unless we have poor cardiovascular health, like high blood pressure. But cardiovascular health impacts the rest of your health as well, and, if optimized, can transform your life for the better.

Dr. Jack Wolfson, a board certified cardiologist who has turned to functional methods—versus pharmaceuticals—to become the nation's no. 1 natural heart doctor, is Todd’s guest today. Together Todd and Dr. Wolfson discuss the pervasiveness of pharmaceuticals used to “fix” cardiovascular health, the health problems people don’t always associate with poor heart health, and the practical steps we can all take to improve this area of our lives. Thinking well, eating well, and living well can truly transform your cardiovascular health from the inside out, eliminating the need for drugs that simply mask the problem instead of fixing it, and ultimately result in a longer, healthier, more enjoyable life.

To learn more about Dr. Wolfson and his work visit https://naturalheartdoctor.com/.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Overview
02:24 The Comprehensive Impact of Cardiovascular Health
06:14 The Overlooked Factors in Traditional Approaches to Heart Health
08:41 The Limitations of Pharmaceutical Drugs for Heart Conditions
20:42 The Importance of Healthy Relationships and Supportive Communities

The Wheel of Health & Overcoming Barriers to Healthy Living Aug 01, 2024

Welcome to the Health is a Skill podcast with host Todd Vande Hei! Todd is the CEO of Stark, which exists to change the future of health and fitness in the communities they serve. For the last 15 years, Todd has been on a journey to discover what it means to be in a state of peak health. After suffering from a series of seizures and being diagnosed with high blood pressure and atrial fibrillation in his early 30’s, Todd decided it was time to make a change. Those changes fell into one of four categories: lifestyle, exercise, nutrition, and stress management. But the biggest thing Todd learned through it all? Health is a skill. You’re not born with it, like some would like you to believe, and it isn’t acquired by simply buying another product or starting that new diet. Health is something you can create for yourself, and over time it is possible to attain peak health.

On this first episode of Health is a Skill, Todd introduces us to the Wheel of Health, a tool he and his team use to holistically transform an individual’s health from the inside out. Todd walks listeners through his own experiences using the Wheel, and how, over time, each healthy choice he’s made—from diet and exercise to sleep and stress management—have built on each other to get Todd to the state of peak health he enjoys now.

Wherever you’re at in your own health journey—just starting out, feeling stuck, or simply wanting to improve an area or two—Todd’s message is a hopeful one: health is a skill, not a goal, and it’s one you can acquire with the right tools.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Health is a Skill
03:20 The Beauty of Children's Health
10:08 Mastering the Skills of Health
18:20 The Impact of Lifestyle on Health
23:02 Epigenetics: Lifestyle and Genetic Expression
25:29 Understanding the Wheel of Health and its Interconnectedness
30:43 The Power of Lifestyle, Exercise, Nutrition, and Stress Management
32:41 The Impact of Health on Orthopedic Issues
41:55 The Connection Between Mental Well-being and Physical Health
45:48 Striving for Peak Health and Beauty
48:43 Unwinding Health Issues and Improving Well-being

Body Composition & The Difference Between Health and Fitness | Amir Mofidi Aug 01, 2024

Todd is joined by Stark’s director of personal training, Amir Mofidi. Amir has been in the health and fitness industry for over 24 years, and during that time he’s acquired an eclectic and diverse body of knowledge, including on the topic of today’s episode: body composition.

America has a severe body composition problem. We don’t know what a healthy body composition percentage even looks like, most people don’t have access to a good way to measure it, and our sedentary lifestyles do nothing but disrupt whatever progress we try to make. Together Amir and Todd encourage listeners to invest in measuring their body composition—using that as a starting point to achieve their health goals. They wrap up their conversation by outlining the ideal body composition percentages for males and females, giving listeners concrete goals to shoot for as they take this aspect of their personal health and turn it into a skill.

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:52 The Difference Between Health and Fitness
03:19 The Importance of Body Composition for Health
06:14 The Impact of Body Composition on Cardiovascular Health
07:39 The Role of Body Composition in Strength and Hormonal Balance
09:38 The Connection Between Body Composition and Detoxification
10:35 The Influence of Body Composition on Gut Health
11:03 The Effect of Body Composition on Mental Health
15:26 The Challenges of Achieving and Maintaining a Healthy Body Composition
19:45 The Importance of Accurate Measurement of Body Composition
26:37 The Significance of Lean Muscle Mass for Body Composition

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