Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition

• 3193: Improving My Relationship with My Body by Renata Leo of Buffalo Sauce Everywhere on Body Acceptance

  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 3193: Renata Leo candidly explores her ongoing journey toward body acceptance after years of disordered eating, revealing how small, intentional changes, like removing her mirror and working with a supportive dietitian, help shift her mindset. Her story is a powerful reminder that healing doesn't require perfection, just self-compassion and a willingness to let go of toxic narratives. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://buffalosauceeverywhere.com/2019/11/06/improving-my-relationship-with-my-body/ Quotes to ponder: "Be kind to yourself and to your body, because that’s more important than any arbitrary number you could assign to yourself." "Sometimes, all it takes is a break from that self-degrading voice to make you see yourself a bit more clearly." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 3192: Strength Building - Beyond Specificity by Ross Enamait of Ross Training on Improving Workout Performance

  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 3192: Ross Enamait explores how foundational strength developed through general training can elevate performance across a range of athletic pursuits, even those requiring highly specific skills. His insights challenge the belief that sport-specific training is the only path to improvement, making a compelling case for the versatility and transferability of raw strength. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://rosstraining.com/blog/2016/03/16/strength-building-beyond-specificity/ Quotes to ponder: "General strength can serve as a tremendous asset to the specialist." "The idea that athletes must only train in ways that mimic their sport is incredibly short sighted." "If you possess a high level of general strength, you will be better equipped to develop and display more specialized strength when necessary." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 3191: Athlete Edition: What Your Nutritional Priorities Should Really Look Like by Jessica Spendlove on Sports Nutrition

  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 3191: Jessica Spendlove lays out a clear, evidence-based hierarchy for athletic nutrition, helping athletes focus on what truly matters, from fueling enough for your workload to refining food quality and timing. Rather than chasing every tip, you’ll learn to build your performance diet on strong foundations, turning guesswork into a smart, structured approach. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jessicaspendlove.com/athlete-edition-what-your-nutritional-priorities-should-really-look-like-nzl93/ Quotes to ponder: "Your energy intake is the number one priority of performance nutrition and it’s essential to get this foundation right." "Supplements should be considered the cherry on top of strong nutritional foundations rather than something you rely on for results." "Keep protein and healthy fats consistent." Episode references: Informed-Sport: https://www.informed-sport.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 3190: Emotional Safety is Necessary for Emotional Connection by Ellen Boeder with Gottman on Emotional Intimacy

  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 3190: Ellen Boeder explores how emotional safety is essential for deep, lasting connection in romantic relationships. She outlines how nervous system regulation, authentic expression, and trust-building practices create the conditions for vulnerability and intimacy to thrive. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/emotional-safety-is-necessary-for-emotional-connection/ Quotes to ponder: "Emotional safety is what allows us to let our guard down and be authentic with our partners." "When we feel safe, our nervous system is regulated enough to access the higher brain functions necessary for connection." "Without emotional safety, the parts of ourselves that are scared, ashamed, or hurt stay hidden." Episode references: Polyvagal Theory by Stephen Porges: https://www.amazon.com/Polyvagal-Theory-Neurophysiological-Emotion-Communication/dp/0393707008 Healing Developmental Trauma by Laurence Heller and Aline LaPierre: https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Developmental-Trauma-Resolution-Nervous/dp/1583944893 Hold Me Tight by Dr. Sue Johnson: https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Me-Tight-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/031611300X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 3189: Can You Overdose on Happiness? by Emma Hogan with Les Mills on Positive Living

  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 3189: Emma Hogan unpacks the surprising science behind why chasing pleasure might actually make us unhappier. Drawing from Dr. Robert Lustig’s insights, she reveals how dopamine and serotonin function differently in the brain, highlighting the dangers of overstimulating dopamine while offering a simple, four-part solution to foster lasting happiness through natural serotonin boosts. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lesmills.com/fit-planet/health/pleasure-versus-happiness/ Quotes to ponder: "People eating a highly processed food diet probably are not even getting the precursor to make the serotonin in the first place, so that is a great reason for unhappiness." "So the more pleasure you seek, the more unhappy you get." "The complex relationship between serotonin and dopamine is why addiction and depression are different sides of the same coin." Episode references: The Hacking of the American Mind by Robert H. Lustig: https://www.amazon.com/Hacking-American-Mind-Corporate-Takeover/dp/1101982942 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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