Shows
The True Health Podcast95) Adam Christie - Demystifying "Men's Work"My guest today is my dear friend Adam Christie. Adam is a Men’s Group Facilitator and somatic practitioner whose journey has been one of profound healing, violence and loss.Following an Infantry combat tour in his 20's, he began a search for himself, spending long weekends meditating at a Zen Monastery in Upstate New York. While talk therapy was helpful, the deepest growth he discovered was in Men’s Work and communal healing. With several certifications and years of facilitating men’s groups, his purpose is to create a safe and inspiring container for men to reclai...2025-05-0546 min
The True Health Podcast94) Brittany Hatcher: Rethinking BreathworkMy guest today is Brittany Hatcher, a dedicated Breathwork Facilitator, Reiki Master, and Somatic Coach, whose work foundations are rooted in the principles of Spiritual Psychology.
Brittany specializes in mentoring teens, helping them accept and value their individual gifts, as they navigate the often confusing and difficult transition to adulthood, as well as working with teens facing mental health challenges and addiction.
Her firsthand experience with her son, a pediatric cancer survivor, has also placed a special interest and skill in helping mothers and caregivers of cancer patients, or other traumatic and stressful life events.2025-01-0249 min
Therapy: DeconstructedWeight Loss Without Willpower: Transform Your Mind & Body Through Healthy Habits with Ethan Schiff Willpower isn't real, it's just a myth. What's real is creating a healthy environment where habits can thrive. Ethan Schiff is an Integrative Health Coach and the founder of Optimized Health. He has a passion for helping everyday people unlearn the harms caused by diet culture, achieve their health goals, and sustain results for life!Ethan shares that, for the majority of his life, he has been on a diet. He shares that dieting began in his adolescence in a family where dieting was a regular part of life. He recalls a harmful cycle of yo...2025-01-0143 min
The True Health Podcast93) The New Years Tool That Helped Me Lose 130lbsIn today's episode, we unpack WHY New Years Resolutions typically just don't work, and HOW to set smarter health goals, any time of year.
Plus, we walk through my personal 130lb weight loss journey, and the habit tool I used to not just hit my goals, but keep habits sticking many years later.
Click to join the free 10-week Healthy Habits Group in Petaluma (starts Jan 14)
Find & Work With Ethan:
- Sign up for the newsletter, with quick health tips, recipes, and recommendations. No spam...2024-12-2317 min
The True Health Podcast92) Why Wait 'Til January? (Short Reflections & Reminders)In today's short episode, we go through a few key reflections and reminders for the holiday season. This episode is for anyone who can feel conflicted this time of year, torn between their wellness routines and the desire for indulgence, or anyone who has ever waited until January to start a health routine.
Find Ethan Online:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff
Email: ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com
Work With Optimized Health:
Free Consultation: https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7
Web: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching...2024-12-1415 min
The True Health Podcast91) Misery and a Bubble Bath: Rethinking "Self Care", To Enjoy Your LifeIf you occasionally carve out an hour for self-care... what does that make the rest of your life?
In this episode, we are doing a deep dive on rethinking Self Care, including:
Self Care as Marketing
Self Care as Simplicity
Self Care as Self-Advocacy
Self Care as Discomfort
Find Ethan Online:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff
Email: ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com
Work With Optimized Health:
Free Consultation: https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7
Web: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/
IG: https://www.instagr...2024-10-2819 min
The True Health Podcast90) Why I Took Six Months Off From PodcastingAfter several months off from podcasting, it feels so good to be back. Here is a quick snapshot of the last few months, what I've learned, and where I am today.
Find Ethan Online:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff
Email: ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com2024-10-1517 min
The True Health Podcast89) Molly McGuire - Embracing Simplicity & Creating a Feel Good ToolkitMy guest today is Molly McGuire. As an Integrative Health Coach, through her practice Feel Food With Molly, she advocates for a simple and straightforward approach to holistic health, believing in the inherent potential for everyone to feel good in their bodies.
But Molly’s personal journey into the health and wellness space is a powerful one, that reminder her sometimes we need to keep it simple, and step into our wellness in baby steps, without the final destination being clear.
Find Molly Online:
Web: https://www.feelgoodwithmolly.com/
I...2024-07-1141 min
The True Health Podcast88) Vinny Crispino - Pain Management, Mobility, and a Mind-Body MasterclassMy guest today is Vinny Crispino. Vinny was an 8-time All-American D1 athlete with over 33 Colorado State swimming records - before he broke his back in a surfing accident.
Bedridden from pain and feeling defeated, he discovered the power of Movement Therapy + Corrective Exercise, and has since committed his life to supporting others on their healing journey.
Today he is the founder of The Pain Academy, where he’s helped thousands of people around the world get out of pain and regain their sense of well-being.
Find Vinny Online:
We...2024-06-2752 min
The True Health Podcast87) Lauren Bryson - Nutrition Tips For Parents To Raise Healthy KidsThis episode is a must-listen for any parent wanting to raise a healthy child. Lauren Bryson is a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist, kids cooking instructor, podcast host, corporate wellness facilitator & entrepreneur. She has taught nutrition education and hands-on cooking classes to students as young as 4 and as wise as 95.
Today we are talking through her experience working with kids, and some practical tips for parents and families to improve their child’s nutrition and overall relationship with food.
Episode topics include:
Gut health at all age
N...2024-06-1345 min
The True Health Podcast86) Comparison and Body ImageWhat would it look like to inspire yourself?
Are you comparing your body to your friends? How about a stranger? How about an edited photo of someone that isn't even real on the internet?
Is your self of self-worth attached to your workouts, or how "clean" you ate?
These are some of the questions we explore today. I hope you get something from the conversation.
Health Coaching Website
and Free Consultation:
www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com
Contact Ethan:2024-06-0619 min
The True Health Podcast85) Emi Frey: Pilates and Moving To Feel Your BestMy guest today is Emi Frey, a certified Pilates Instructor, personal trainer, and health coach from New York City. Her digital studio, Emi Moves, and overall training philosophy encourages us to move to be our best selves — on and off the mat.
Her inspiration comes from dealing with her own body image journey after losing nearly 40 pounds and experiencing disordered eating and over training. A former group fitness veteran, Emi has taught for Alo, Barry’s, Good Day Pilates, and Equinox.
*Emi is kindly offering our podcast listeners a discou...2024-05-3046 min
The True Health Podcast84) Dr. Alexis Conason: Mindful Eating, Hunger Cues, and Learning To Trust Your BodyMy guest today is Alexis Conason (who you may know from her popular Instagram page that I personally love, @theantidietplan). She is a clinical psychologist and certified eating disorder specialist in private practice in New York City. Alexis is the owner of Conason Psychological Services, a weight-inclusive therapy practice specializing in the treatment of binge eating disorder, disordered eating, and body image. She is the founder of The Anti-Diet Plan - an online mindful eating program, and is also the author of The Diet-Free Revolution: 10 Steps to Free Yourself from the Diet-Cycle with Mindful Eating and Radical Self-Acceptance.
2024-05-1647 min
The True Health Podcast83) What Is Health Coaching?This short episode gives an overview of what Integrative Health Coaching is (and what it's not). We walk through how we at Optimized Health approach health, and some key concepts to help you personalize a lasting approach to health for life.
30% off health coaching, if you reach out by June 15, 2024.
Contact Us
https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/
ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com2024-05-0917 min
The True Health Podcast82) Emily Wolf McMane: Attachment Theory 101Today we are focusing on a concept that seems to be at the root of essentially every conversation I’ve had with anyone working on their patterns, relationships and self… and that is a deep dive into Attachment Theory.
To help, I've called on my dear friend Emily Wolf McMane, an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Forest Therapy Guide with 15+ years of professional experience as a mental health provider. Emily has worked with a diverse range of clients, addressing various concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, family conflict, work stress, and burnout.
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The True Health Podcast81) 7 Times I Cried Throughout My Health Journey (Rewind)Today, I am aiming to normalize the reality that, no matter who you are, your goals, or your starting point... this sh*t is hard.
Leading with vulnerability, today I am sharing 7 times I cried throughout my health journey.
Hopefully this gives a glimpse into the reality of the emotional and physical work it took me through my 130lb weight loss journey - but more importantly, to hopefully validate the hard feelings you might encounter during the difficult but worthwhile journey to unlock your true self.
Let's do this.
2024-04-2546 min
The True Health Podcast80) Katie Burton: The Psychology of Emotional EatingToday's guest you may recognize as Katie Burton - aka "Coach Katie" - one of our amazing health coaches at Optimized Health. But did you know Katie is also a certified emotional eating coach?
Her new 6-week small group online program "Exploring Emotional Eating" begins in early May, and we're using today to get a taste of all things emotional eating.
Episode topics include:
What is emotional eating?
All of us are emotional eaters
Stress and stress-eating
Addiction and coping mechanisms
Trigger, Routine, Response cycle
Sleep and our eating
Self-talk, mindset...2024-04-1841 min
The True Health Podcast79) The Pros & Cons of Group Workout ClassesThis episode is for anyone currently in a routine who might benefit from auditing and upgrading what they’re doing, or for someone without an ongoing routine wanting to decide what is best for them.
I walk through 3 pros and cons of each, as well as talking about navigating workout classes on a limited budget, and I think you’re going to get a lot out of this one.
Find Ethan Online:
Web: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/
IG (OH): https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/etha...2024-04-1135 min
The True Health Podcast78) Joe Huff: From Near Death to Full Life (Experience vs Money, and the Cost of Missed Adventure)My guest today is Joe Huff, a leading expert on life experiences and their proven connection to personal and professional growth, mental and physical health, happiness and fulfillment, meaningful relationships and belonging.
Joe is co-author of the bestselling book Experiential Billionaire, has worked alongside A-list celebrities, and has been interviewed on platforms like The Today Show, Good Morning America and New York Times.
But today, we’re additionally exploring parts of his story and message that are not often heard.
Specifically, around how physical and mental health challenges, and even near-death experiences, helped trigg...2024-04-0448 min
The True Health Podcast77) Self-Worth, Inadequacy, and the Psychology of the Wellness IndustryIf tomorrow, everyone woke up with a profound and unwavering sense of self-worth, the entire wellness industry would fall apart.
Today we explore the connection between wellness marketing, and the inadequate feeling that drives so much of peoples' behavior. Let's dive in.
Ethan Online:
Web: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/
Consultation: https://calendly.com/optimizedhealth/consultation?month=2024-03
IG (OH): https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff
Email: ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com2024-03-2828 min
The True Health Podcast76) Nichole Warwick: Creating a Blue Zones Community (Longevity, Purpose & Protecting What You Love)Have you ever wondered what a Blue Zones community consists of? Well, get ready for one of the most beautifully articulate conversations I have ever had about slowing down, community health, longevity, and true health.
My guest today is Nichole Warwick, Executive Director of Blue Zones Project Petaluma. Her work has received US Congressional Recognition, she was recognized as a Real Hero in the Environment by the American Red Cross, and an Outstanding Environmental Educator by the Sierra Club Sonoma and Sonoma County Climate Coalition.
For those in Petaluma, be sure to RSVP for their k...2024-03-2157 min
The True Health Podcast75) Lauren Popelas: Spring Nutrition (Seasonal Eating, Gut Health, Allergies, and Cooking Tips)My guest today is Lauren Popelas, and we are doing a deep dive on all things Spring Nutrition.
Topics in this episode include:
Seasonal Eating
Gut Health
Nutrition for Spring Allergies
Real Food for Longevity
Meal Prepping
Favorite Current Recipes
The Power of Real Food
Natural Movement
Community & Social Plans
Lauren Popelas is an Integrative & Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner and Registered Dietitian. Lauren studied Kinesiology and Nutrition at Miami University, and today works at the nationally renowned Functional Medicine practice KanodiaMD in Columbus, OH. Lauren’s work specializes in getting to the root cause of co...2024-03-1441 min
The True Health Podcast74) Cassie Steinberg - "Discipline" vs DisorderWhere is the line between pursuing your health goals, and becoming obsessive about your health goals?
Why do we use words like "good" and "bad" when talking about food?
What's the difference between enjoying exercise, and tying your sense of self-worth to your body?
My guest today is Cassie Steinberg, a brilliant Registered Dietitian who earned both her bachelors and masters degree in Clinical Nutrition from NYU. She has worked in a wide range of settings - focusing currently on disordered eating but also has worked in settings from bariatric...2024-03-0758 min
The True Health Podcast73) Jessica Salazar - Leaving Religion, Exploring Sexuality, and Finding YourselfIn the wellness world, the word "Transformation" usually equates to a Before and After photo. But what I am asking everyone to do today - regardless of your personal views - is to broaden what the word "Transformation" means to you, and dig into the often-ignored, clunky, challenging, and even brutal process of becoming your true self.
My guest today is Jessica Salazar. Jess grew up in Salt Lake City in an extremely conservative, evangelical Christian environment and was raised to believe that very traditional roles, especially regarding gender, sexuality, relationships, and parenting were the only option...2024-02-2848 min
The True Health Podcast72) My Birthday Reflection and Current GoalsThis week was my birthday, and today I'm sharing some current reflections, as well as my routines and goals in a variety of areas. We cover my daily eating routine and body image realities, as well as my workout plan (and reason why I train the way I do). We also cover some business goals, alcohol, emotional health and therapy, and beyond.
I am entering this new year feeling grateful, loved and content. Thank you as always for your support!
Find Ethan Online:
https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/2024-02-2232 min
The True Health Podcast71) Mindset Masterclass: 3 Concepts For TransformationWe are kicking off a "Mindset Masterclass" show theme, with three concepts for transformation. This is an abbreviated dive into three powerful concepts that have changed both my own life and the lives of many clients of mine.
1. The Stories We Tell Ourselves
2. Surprising Yourself
3. Reimagining Expectations
To support the podcast, the easiest and most helpful thing you can do is to subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and leave a 5-star review and/or comment. To learn more about my work...2024-02-0824 min
The True Health Podcast70) Shannon Cury: The Radical Pursuit of "Enough"Shannon Cury is a breathwork practitioner, facilitator and personal friend, based in San Diego.
Her first appearance on the show was episode 37, and today we catch up, with a focus on the conversation centering around our pursuit of unlearning cultural programming, workaholism, and how radical it can feel to be satisfied. We also hear about her recent 60-days off social media, and what came up for her through that experience.
Find Shannon Online:
All Web: https://shannoncury.com/links
Collectively Well IG: https://www.instagram.com/Collectively__well2024-02-0553 min
The True Health Podcast69) Weight Loss vs. Health GoalsToday we're exploring Weight Loss Goals vs Health Goals. Where they overlap, where they differ, and how you can pause to ask yourself your current goals.
2024-01-2521 min
The True Health Podcast68) Maddy Pollack: Female Hormone Health 101Our guest today is Maddy Pollack - aka “Coach Maddy” - from our coaching team at Optimized Health. Maddy is an amazing Integrative Health Coach, and is also a certified Female Hormone Health Coach, which is what we’re focusing on in this conversation.
Today we’re doing a Female Hormone Health 101 episode. Maddy shares important info around topics like:
How to begin tracking your cycle
The four phases of your cycle
Nutrition and Movement within each phase
Birth Control
Cortisol and our "fight or flight" hormones
Protein, Fiber and Blood Sugar
We also just announce...2024-01-1850 min
Detoxicity: By Men, About Men, For EveryoneDetoxPod 156:Ethan Schiff (Integrative Health Coach)In the name of starting 2024 on a path of personal betterment and delivering positive, powerful messages I am psyched to welcome Ethan Schiff to the show. Ethan is an integrative health coach (find out what that is when you listen), and discusses the importance of connecting emotional and physical health. He shares his personal journey of weight loss and self-discovery, highlighting the need for a holistic and practical approach to health goals. Schiff also addresses the fear-based culture in the music industry and the challenges of setting boundaries. He emphasizes the importance of unlearning conditioning and embracing authenticity. The conversation...2024-01-171h 04
The True Health Podcast67) Staying Full & Rethinking "Portion Control"A massive misconception in the diet culture/wellness world is that you simply need more discipline to just "eat less" (and move more).
If it were that simple, everyone would do it.
Today we are going through 4 specific tools that will help you stay full, satisfied, and enjoying your eating while simultaneously eating the "controlled" portion you've always wanted.
Find Ethan Online
OH Web: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/
"4-Count Friday" Weekly Email:
https://optimizedhealth.myflodesk.com/4-count-friday
2024-01-1131 min
The True Health Podcast66) Laura Schiff (Pt. 1) - Supporting (and Loving) Your Partner As They AreMy guest today needs no introduction! She is my biggest inspiration, my greatest support, and my happy place. Her perspective (and approach to life) is simultaneously sweet yet powerful, brilliant yet magical. I cannot wait for you all to get to delight in her.
This is definitely a "Part One", as we deliberately talked solely today about the topic of how to support a partner who is on a health journey, what actual unconditional love means, and share stories about the phases of my health journey from her perspective.
For More:
2024-01-0448 min
The True Health Podcast65) Raw & Real: Three Reflections on My Body, Weight & JourneyWe are closing out 2023 with what may be my most vulnerable episode yet. Today I am digging into three difficult-yet-ultimately-beautiful revelations I have had in the recent months around my personal health journey.
Here is a taste:
1. Middle School Emotional Self & Binge Eating
2. Discipline vs. Disorder (was I celebrated for disordered behavior?)
3. Self-Worth & the Ultimate Difference That Helped Me Lose 130lbs
Find Ethan Online:
ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com
Web: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com...2023-12-2836 min
The True Health Podcast64) My Top 5 Books of 2023Reading is one of my favorite things in the world. I do it every morning with a cup of black coffee to begin my day. I get a lot of messages asking what books I recommend, asking if I've read something, etc. So I thought I would my favorites in one place, with context on each. Hopefully this helps you, wherever you are on your journey.
Links to each book:
1. Gabor Maté - "The Myth of Normal"
2. Oliver Burkeman - "Four Thousand Weeks"
3. bell hooks - "The Will T...2023-12-2128 min
The True Health Podcast63) David McGuire: A Movement Masterclass - Play, Possibility and Becoming Who You AreThis episode gave me chills, and I had a feeling it would... I attended one of David's classes recently, and was so blown away by his spirit and approach that I invited him that day to be on the show.
This conversation is for anyone wanting to explore a more positive association with movement/fitness or wanting to debunk myths about yoga, wellness, and its approachability. It is also a masterclass on self-talk and how our self-image impacts our willingness to show up, on and off the mat.
David is a rare human. Enjoy delighting...2023-12-1457 min
The True Health Podcast62) The Shocking Stats About New Years ResolutionsIn this short episode, we dig into the statistics about New Years Resolutions. The types of goals people commonly set, the percentage of people that stick to their goals through the next year, and the ones who fall into what has become an unofficial new holiday - "Quitter's Day".
We're offering 40% off your first month of health coaching if you sign up through the end of the year. Just visit our website to learn more and book your free consultation with me to chat.
https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/2023-12-0718 min
The True Health Podcast61) Mindful Eating at Thanksgiving & HolidaysWhile there is nothing regrettable or negative about saying "I don't want to even THINK about this food and health stuff through this holiday. I'm going to eat a bunch of whatever I want and enjoy it all", and I truly resonate and respect that if that is your decision - that is not who this episode is for.
This episode is for anyone who is heading into the holidays looking to enjoy, relax, and indulge at times, but ALSO want to stay consistent with their usual routines and aligned with their health goals. It's a tough...2023-11-2023 min
The True Health Podcast60) Katie Schlein: Sharing the Eating Disorder Journey, and “DIY Recovery”*Note: this episode is not to be considered medical advice. If you or someone you know needs help, please seek proper care from a certified practitioner
Katie is the owner of Family Connection Chiropractic in San Diego, but her passion for exploring all things health, wellness and body go far beyond the chiropractic table.
The relationship with food, body image and the intersection of the two within our culture is ever present within her practice and life. She sees first-hand the detrimental effects, cultural norms and mental health impact around these topics.2023-11-161h 04
The True Health Podcast59) The Three Main Reasons For Night-SnackingOne of the most commons things I hear from health coaching clients, workshop attendees, or just people in general is that they feel like they are snacking too much at night.
In this episode, we'll quickly go through the three main reasons people snack at night, and some straight-forward solutions for how to navigate it!
As always, if you have any further questions please never hesitate to reach out!
2023-11-0220 min
The True Health Podcast58) Taylor Fazio: A Nutrition Masterclass, For Your Real LifeTaylor Fazio is a Registered Dietitian and Wellness Advisor at The Lanby, a primary care membership in New York City. She received both her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics and Master of Science degree in Clinical Nutrition from New York University. She has extensive experience in private nutrition counseling and corporate wellness. By blending up-to-date science with realistic advice, Taylor takes an individualized approach to each client’s guidance on nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress-management to optimize their health and, most importantly, feel their best.
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Find Taylor Online:
Instagram: https://www.in...2023-10-261h 00
The True Health Podcast57) Seth Kallen: The Emotional Health of Talent ManagersSeth Kallen is the founder of This Fiction Music, an artist management company and record label based in Los Angeles and London. He has worked with a number of chart topping and global touring artists from around the world, including X Ambassadors, Jukebox the Ghost, JP Saxe, Bloom Twins, Tors, Will Linley, and more. He is also the founder of This Trip, a travel and experiences company for music industry professionals, along with being the cofounder Campfire Music, a publishing company built in partnership with Spark Music Group.
Find Seth Online:
Personal...2023-10-091h 11
The True Health Podcast56) The Heaviest Weight in the Gym is the Front Door"The heaviest weight in the gym is the front door." I first heard this from Jonathan Goodman, and it is so true. Today we explore everything that psychologically stands between you and the front door... and we talk through strategies and mindset shifts that can change it.
Ethan Online:
Optimized Health (Web): https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/
Diet Culture Day (Web):
https://www.dietcultureday.com/sanfrancisco
Instagram (OH):
@optimizedhealthcoaching
Email: ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com2023-10-0224 min
The True Health Podcast55) Bridget Hilton: Becoming an Experiential BillionaireBridget Hilton is co-author of the "Experiential Billionaire" book, which was just released. Her backstory is fascinating, and jumps from helping launch the careers of artists like Rihanna, The Weeknd and Taylor Swift, to shifting into founding the first ever social good electronics company which helped more than 50,000 people receive the gift of hearing for the first time.
She is passionate about helping people live their most intentional, regret-free lives. As a self-proclaimed experiential guinea pig, this journey has led she and her co-author Joe Huff to experience things like training to be a samurai, dancing under t...2023-09-2546 min
The True Health Podcast54) Katrina Baccetti: Rethinking Yoga, Breathwork & YourselfMy guest today is Katrina Baccetti, a San Francisco-based expert practitioner across a variety of modalities that connect mind to body. She is a 500-hour certified yoga instructor, meditation and breathwork instructor, certified Reiki practitioner, as well as a Mindset Coach and regularly hosts both online classes as well as in-person wellness retreats globally.
Today, she offers weekly studio classes at the renowned Glow Yoga in the North Beach neighborhood of San Francisco, as well as co-founding the High Vibe Collective which collaborates with wellness industry leaders to create a variety of experiences and retreats.
*F...2023-09-1859 min
The True Health Podcast53) Binge Eating: The Role Food Plays In Our LivesToday we explore the ins and outs of binge eating, including how it shows up, the role it plays, and strategies for working through your personal relationship with binge eating. We read through technical definitions, warning signs, symptoms and diagnostic criteria according to the National Eating Disorder Association and Mayo Clinic, as well as exploring our collective, societal relationship with binging.
This episode is not medical advise, and you are encouraged to seek help of a professional if this is something you'd like to explore further.
REFERENCES:
NEDA (website)
2023-09-0433 min
The True Health Podcast52) Two Realities You Don't Want To HearToday we're going through two realities of your health journey that you don't want to hear. These are also two realities that, because you don't want to hear them, you're often not told by those in the health and wellness space. But, in service of what actually will bring you a healthy life, we're exploring those realities in depth today.
Episode Event References:
- Occidental Retreat: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/occidental
- Diet Culture Day (SF): https://www.dietcultureday.com/sanfrancisco
- Petaluma Wellness Club: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching...2023-08-2828 min
The True Health Podcast51) Dr. Anup Kanodia: Functional Medicine and Empowered HealthMy guest today is the brilliant Dr. Anup Kanodia, whose practice KanodiaMD is the top functional medicine practice in Central Ohio, and you could go as far as saying he is one of the top functional medicine practitioners in the country.
With a passion for broadening the lens of medical care beyond the symptom/drug approach, he has built a unique and amazing model within his practice, where he and his team treat the whole person - not just the symptom - across common areas of illness such as chronic fatigue, allergies, depression, gut h...2023-08-2149 min
The True Health Podcast50) Katie Meurer, Marina Zahran, Simone McKenna: Columbus, Community & CollaborationToday's episode is full-circle for me. I grew up in Columbus, and it is where many of my very unhealthy habits and negative relationship with food and body began. I began (yo-yo) dieting in middle school, and at my heaviest weight, I was 312lbs. My 130lb weight loss transformation changed my life, and while I haven't lived in Columbus in over a decade, it is both nostalgic and beautiful today to get to speak with these three amazing humans, all deeply entrenched in the Columbus wellness scene.
Learn more about each of them, along with our upcoming...2023-08-1454 min
The True Health Podcast49) Dr. Sara Thyr: Naturopathy and the Root Cause of Common IllnessDr. Sara Thyr is a naturopath based in Petaluma, CA who, in addition to her private practice, is a member of the California Naturopathic Doctors Association and the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians.
She has co-authored several books on natural health, and is passionate about treating underlying causes of common illness, across areas such as food allergies, digestive issues, menopause, women’s health, dementia, anxiety and more.
In this conversation, we discuss each of the most common illnesses people face, plus talk supplements, exercise, and both the challenges and future of our medical system.
...2023-07-3153 min
The True Health Podcast48) Anita Johnston (PhD): A Disordered Eating MasterclassDr. Anita Johnston has been a pioneer in the field of eating psychology for over 35 years. She is a Depth Psychologist, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and author of the iconic book Eating in the Light of the Moon: How Women Can Transform Their Relationships with Food Through Myths, Metaphors, and Storytelling.
She is co-creator of the Light of the Moon Café, an online resource with interactive and self-study courses for women around the world, as well as Founder and Executive Clinical Director of Ai Pono (i-PONO) Hawaii, which has a residential eating disorder treatment program on Maui.
...2023-07-2455 min
The Unscripted PodcastTalking True Health with Ethan SchiffSend us a textBorn and raised in Columbus, OH, at age 26 Ethan Schiff was 312 pounds, and had been dieting for a decade. After trying every fad diet in the book, and resigning to a belief that he simply did not have enough willpower, he stopped and asked a profoundly simple question: what if diets just don’t work? This question unlocked a multi-year, 130 pound weight loss journey that transformed every part of his life, far beyond the scale. At the time, he had owned a successful talent management company for a decade, which he completely dissolved in...2023-07-2035 min
The True Health Podcast47) Rethinking Your "Summer Body"In this episode, we discuss where the concept of a "summer body" comes from, and go through an alternate approach to what a 3-month health roadmap could look like instead. This is for anyone wanting to challenge the disordered/dysmorphic thinking in our society, as well as get a practical step-by-step breakdown of how to build a sustainable health plan that will last beyond a season.
Find Ethan Online:
Petaluma Wellness Club: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/pwc
Optimized Health (Web): https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/
Diet Culture Day (Web...2023-07-1730 min
The True Health Podcast46) Naomi Crawford: Risk, Real Food and Community HealthMy guest today is Naomi Crawford, co-owner/chef at Lunchette, the acclaimed Bay Area restaurant known for hyper-local, seasonal food. For anyone familiar with Naomi already, you might know her under the label “chef”, “business owner”, “activist” or “community builder”. But Naomi is the exact kind of human that I love: someone who cannot be labeled, or placed neatly into a box.
In our conversation, we discuss seasonal cooking, simple ingredients, and food sourcing, but also go deeper into her personal wellness practices, her internal self-talk, risk taking, consumerism, collaboration, and community health. Enjoy.
Find Ethan...2023-07-1055 min
The True Health Podcast45) My Recent Disordered, Binge Eating EpisodeGetting super vulnerable in today's episode... because I will always be real with you all. Today I'm sharing an example of how the disordered mindset towards food and exercise showed up in my own life. The purpose of this episode is to remind you that I am human, and someone who walks the walk with you, as well as to share the tools I used to noticed and respond to myself as these things were happening. Enjoy.
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Diet...2023-07-0330 min
The True Health Podcast44) gnash: Redefining Success, and The Art of Letting GoMy guest today is Garrett Nash, who made his global breakthrough with blockbuster hit “i hate you, i love you”, spending 39 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and accumulating more than 2B streams globally. He’s toured all over, performed on several late night TV shows, and been featured in outlets like The New York Times, Entertainment Weekly, and Vogue.
But more importantly - Garrett has been on the forefront of the movement to normalize conversations around mental and emotional health in the creative community, which can be especially difficult for someone in the public eye. His recent...2023-06-261h 02
The True Health Podcast43) Darcia Narvaez (PhD): Childhood Psychology, Indigenous Wisdom & Reimagining HumanityMy guest today is Darcia Narvaez, Professor of Psychology at the University of Notre Dame, Fellow of the American Psychological Association, the American Educational Research Association and many others. Her work is powerful, ground-breaking and vast. It scales from something as seemingly small as a parent’s interaction with their crying baby, all the way to the full scope of human evolution, and the interplay between it all.
She employs an interdisciplinary approach to studying child development, evolved morality and human flourishing, integrating anthropology, neuroscience, evolutionary and educational sciences.
She hosts EvolvedNest.org, is president of...2023-06-1951 min
The True Health Podcast42) Superfoods vs Simple FoodsIn this short episode, we're touching on an important reminder. We talk through the marketing messaging around "superfoods", and reclaiming simple foods. We walk through a few examples of how to identify real food, what to look for, and how to make healthy eating simple, affordable, and... super.
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The True Health Podcast41) Snacking, Cravings and Mindless EatingThis episode is a deep dive into snacking, cravings and mindless eating. We unlearn traditional diet culture messaging around snacking (what your snacks should look like, or why your snacking is a sign of a lack of willpower) and instead touch on everything from healthy snack ideas, to the deeper elements to explore to improve your snacking, like your home/work environment, relationships, food associations and beyond.
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Free Health Coaching...2023-06-0531 min
The True Health Podcast40) Ashley Gonzales & Macy Swaim: Dance, Body Dysmorphia and Disordered EatingMy guests today are Ashley Gonzales and Macy Swaim, two incredible dancers, choreographers and teachers in the dance world globally. Ashley was a semi-finalist on Season 2 of NBC's hit show World of Dance, where her performance won an Emmy for choreography, and collectively they have worked with artists like Prince, Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, Nicki Minaj, Rihanna, Camilla Cabello, Justin Bieber, Gwen Stefani and more.
In this episode, we discuss the toxic culture around food, movement, body and mind in the dance community, and directly name the body dysmorphia and disordered eating that is systematically enmeshed in...2023-05-2658 min
The True Health Podcast39) Alyssa Mecoli: A Back Pain MasterclassBack pain is the most common source of disability in the world, and today you get a masterclass episode straight from someone I think is brilliant. Born and raised in South Florida, Alyssa Mecoli has dedicated her adult life to helping people heal and prevent injury, with a specialty in Pain Free Strength Training, Low Back Pain and Mobility. Our conversation today covers everything from the most common sources of back pain, to solutions to pain, mobility, flexibility, and what pain free strength training looks like. We also touch on the emotional and mental side effects of being in...2023-05-1959 min
The True Health Podcast38) Stress-Eating & Coping MechanismsToday's episode helps us confront the root cause of our behavior, rather than treating the surface level. We explore the science of "stress-eating" and learn what is actually happening in our body when that arises. We also talk about coping mechanisms of all kinds, and explore parallels between treating addiction and treating the root cause of our health behavior. This episode is a key example of why we need to unlearn the obsessive diet-culture mindset and dig deeper into learning about ourselves, and then using that information to upgrade our health decisions.
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Health Coach RadioStart the Easy Way (then Grow) with Ethan SchiffEthan Schiff is a health coach who launched himself into the realm of coaching after his own life-changing health transformation. Sound familiar? Ethan was 312 lbs and had been dieting for the majority of his life. So, he went on a quest to unlearn everything he had been taught about nutrition, weight loss and health, to create a new approach. He lost 130 lbs and transformed his entire life by basically experimenting first on himself. Ethan is the founder of Optimized Health, a health coaching company that has coaches on staff to help facilitate lifestyle transformations for cl...2023-05-1057 min
The True Health Podcast37) Shannon Cury: Cancer, Self-Discovery & the Power of BreathShannon Cury was "thriving" in her high-intensity, East Coast job and life... until a cancer diagnosis forced everything to pause. Life became a forced reset, and her treatment and recovery journey caused a forced removal of her old ways in favor of a new full-time job: healing herself. That healing extended way beyond her cancer recovery and into how she lives her self. In this conversation, she shares not only the lessons and experiences, but the challenging reality of what the process of self-discovery means. Today, she lives in San Diego, is a certified HypnoBreathwork facilitator, and provides 1:1 coaching...2023-05-0559 min
The True Health Podcast36) Caroline Dooner: The F*ck It DietCaroline Dooner's book "The F*ck It Diet" brought me to tears multiple times while reading it, and today she and I explore why. In a vulnerable and educational conversation, we touch on topics like losing trust in your body, lying to yourself about hunger cues, intuitive eating, the nervous system, restrict/binge cycling, disordered eating in all sizes, the scale, exercise as punishment, praise as a drug, rebellion eating, and much more. Let's dive in.
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The True Health Podcast35) Building Momentum vs Praying For MotivationMotivation is often the source of giant, Instagrammable moments. But what happens between those moments? Today we're examining how Momentum, not Motivation, is actually the source of behavior change. This applies to anyone, no matter where you are on (or off!) your health journey. Let's dive in.
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The True Health Podcast34) Annika Wells: Disordered Eating, Diet Culture & Reclaiming Your SelfIn today's conversation, Annika Wells leads with vulnerability, opening up about her relationship with food, movement, and self. In a world where so many people hide their struggles in pursuit of a shiny exterior, this conversation reminds us that true power begins with conversation, and true healing begins with confronting your self. We explore diet culture and our societal relationship with food and movement, as well as Annika's recent revelations and courage to improve her relationship with food and exercise. We also dive into the music industry, comparison and much more.
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The True Health Podcast33) Unlearning: Exercise As PunishmentDiet Culture has conditioned our society to feel like they are not enough. This leads to vulnerability, and to then being sold a magic supplement, diet, or detox to get to their dream weight or body as fast as possible. Exercise becomes a tool to punish yourself for what you ate, or for having the body you have. Today we are examining and unlearning this belief system, and offering some new belief systems, strategies and tools to reshape your relationship with exercise and your body.
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The True Health Podcast32) Nadia Estefania: Tuning In To Design Your Next Life ChapterNadia Estefania had it all: a high-power tech job in NYC, along with a great salary, benefits, and title. She was in "hustle mode" and achieving all the things she was supposed to... and then, she realized none of it was her doing. It was what had been put on her by societal expectations, and the definitions of success we're all raised to believe should be the goal. She became burnt out, developed Hashimoto's disease, and simply felt terrible. Then... she stopped. She literally stopped. She paused, and took time to reflect on what she wanted her days to...2023-03-311h 07
The True Health Podcast31) [Client Spotlight] MJ: Unlearning Stories to Reclaim Your HealthMelissa Louis-Jacques (lovingly known as "MJ") is a complete gem, who embodies someone who has done the work to unlearn negative self-talk, as well as wellness myths, to reclaim her health. We worked together for 10 months, from May 2020 to January 2021, and today we sit down to see how her health journey has been going two years since we stopped together. In this beautiful conversation, MJ brings a combination of thoughtfulness, humor and transparency to talk through all the many things her health journey entailed, and the tools and strategies that benefited her most through the process.
We...2023-03-241h 01
The True Health Podcast30) Analyzing & Rethinking "Self-Care""Self-Care" is a term that gets thrown around a lot, especially in wellness culture. The reality, though, is that self-care is often a rare luxury. An escape from our lives. Why aren't we exploring what's happening during the other 99% of our lives instead? Let's dive in.
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The True Health Podcast29) Emily Wolf McMane: The Healing Power of NatureAre you familiar with Forest Therapy? Have you ever wondered why a walk engulfed in nature is calming to us?
Today I am thrilled to have Emily Wolf McMane as a guest. Emily is a close, real-life friend, and every time we chat I leave refreshed and enlightened - as if I had discovered an oasis of thoughtfulness and calm in a sea of clutter.
Emily Wolf McMane is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Forest Therapy Guide with over 14 years of experience working in mental health. She is one of the most brilliant, e...2023-03-101h 03
The True Health Podcast28) Becca King: The ADHD NutritionistBecca King (aka "The ADHD Nutritionist") a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist from Charlotte, North Carolina. As an adult with ADHD, who struggled for years with disordered eating, Becca is passionate about helping other adults with ADHD who struggle with binge eating, chronic dieting, and disordered eating heal their relationship with food and find food freedom. She uses the Principles of Intuitive Eating and a weight-inclusive approach to nutrition for ADHD in her virtual practice.
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The True Health Podcast27) 3 Reasons Your Diet Isn't WorkingHave you ever started a diet while feeling motivated, then found it fall apart as motivation faded? Or maybe you're great on weekdays, but thrown it out the window every weekend to "start again on Monday"? Or find yourself in a restrict-binge cycle? Today's episode is for you.
We are talking 3 Reasons Your Diet Isn't Working, and focusing on specific areas you are probably not thinking about, that influence your relationship with food, and the success-rate of your health goals.
As always, if you have any questions, or to reach out to learn about our wo...2023-02-2419 min
The True Health Podcast26) Dr. Bill Campbell (PhD): The Science of Fat LossIf you have ever wanted to lose body fat, build muscle, or adjust your physique, this episode is for you. My guest today is Dr. Bill Campbell, a Professor of Exercise Science and Director of the Performance & Physique Enhancement Lab at the University of South Florida. He received his Ph.D in Exercise, Nutrition and Preventive Health at Baylor University, and has led pioneering research - including authoring 3 books and 200 scientific papers - on rapid fat loss, physique and nutrition.
In short, he is The Wizard of Oz of fat loss and body composition, and we walk t...2023-02-1052 min
The True Health Podcast25) Jenna Overbaugh: Exploring Anxiety and OCDJenna Overbaugh is a licensed professional counselor who has been working with people with OCD, anxiety, and related conditions since 2008. Her work includes time at all levels of care including nearly 10 years of experience at a residential OCD and anxiety treatment center. She is the host of the “All The Hard Things” podcast and educates others about these conditions through various social media efforts and workshops. Jenna provides teletherapy to those in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. Today we discuss the reality of Anxiety, OCD and much more, including the science of behavior change, exposing yourself to your fears, navigating disco...2023-02-0359 min
The True Health Podcast24) Andrew Coates: Fitness Myths & MisconceptionsMy guest today is Andrew Coates - one of the most trusted voices in the fitness space. He is a famous trainer, writer for outlets like Muscle & Fitness, Men’s Health, and more, and is an acclaimed public speaker at health and fitness events globally. In our conversation today, we go down a list of the most common fitness myths, misconceptions and questions, and Andrew walks through a direct, practical answer. Some of the questions include:
Q: Best Workout Approach For Weight Loss & Body Fat Loss
Q: Females and Strength Training
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The True Health Podcast23) The Habit Development FormulaIn 15 minutes, with a pen and paper, you can use today's episode to create a roadmap for transformation. That might sound unrealistic or idealistic, but it's actually true. We walk through how to determine which habits to work on, how to stack your habits over time, how to set up your environment to build habits. And finally, we walk through two literal formulas you can use to create habits, and actually stick to them.
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The True Health Podcast22) Caroline Burckle: Achievement, Identity and The Healing OlympicsThis is a special one. My guest today is Caroline Burckle. She is an Olympic swimmer, 23-time All American, 2-time NCAA Champion and was crowned Female Swimmer Of The Year. While it would be easy for me to rattle off her resume, what I’ve found her true gift to be, and the area we explored most, is the power of her self-discovery, and her healing journey that came following her swimming career. We explore what lies beneath obsessive achievement, losing friends in your healing, identity shifts in life reinvention, and much more. In a culture that often glorifies ac...2023-01-201h 16
The True Health Podcast21) Sam Nelson (of X Ambassadors): Balancing Success & Self-PreservationMy guest today is Sam Nelson, frontman of the Platinum-selling band X Ambassadors. While the band’s global hit songs “Unsteady” and “Renegades” catapulted their initial fame and success, Sam is wildly talented in a variety of areas. From being a main collaborator for Lizzo, to having worked with others like The Weeknd, SZA, Ellie Goulding and Maren Morris, to his acting role as Paul Stanley of KISS in the upcoming film “Spinning Gold”, Sam is the definition of someone who wears many hats.
This conversation explores how he navigates it all, while keeping his mind and body intact, a...2023-01-131h 05
The True Health Podcast20) Maddy Pollack: Cancer, Self-Care & the Power of Daily HabitsToday we have the honor of chatting with Maddy Pollack. Maddy is a coach at Optimized Health, yoga instructor, and simply one of my favorite humans. She has a beautiful story of transformation, which sparked from a cancer diagnosis at age 24 that kick-started her personal health journey. Today, in addition to working together at Optimized Health, she also coaches cancer survivors in her own practice, and is the host of the Cancer Actually F***ing Sucks Podcast.
Our conversation today goes through a step-by-step blueprint of developing healthy habits, how to create lasting health plans, examining the n...2023-01-0753 min
The True Health Podcast19) Jeremy Scott: A New Year's Health MasterclassWe are beginning 2023 with a Masterclass in all things nutrition, fitness, community, accountability and behavior change. My guest is Jeremy Scott, an absolute legend in the health and fitness space. We go through countless scenarios, personality types and examples of real-life challenges people face, and provide solutions and tips for every common scenario.
In my journey of losing 130lbs and reinventing my life, there are specific people who have stood out as role models, examples, and inspiration through the day-to-day act of showing up for yourself. Jeremy Scott is one of those people.
For More o...2022-12-311h 14
The True Health Podcast18) 6 Life-Changing Health MantrasToday I walk you through six health mantras that changed my life, and have had an impact on countless health coaching clients of ours at Optimized Health. Some relate to our relationship with food, some to fitness and movement, and some to our mindset. All of them are profound and important, and I can't wait for you to hear them.
*We have our biggest savings of the year happening right now with Optimized Health on health coaching, personal training, and our January "Two Week Reset" group program. Visit our website to learn more, or reach out to j...2022-12-2427 minThe True Health Podcast17) Health Lessons We Can Learn From EcuadorMichael Pollan once pointed out that America is the country most obsessed with dieting, and the least healthy. Today we explore this by opening up my personal journal to go through some reflections from the past week I spent in Ecuador. We can learn so much from their lifestyle across movement, community, food sourcing and mindset. It was an unbelievable trip and I plan to take these lessons with me as I continue to grow.
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2022-12-1727 minThe True Health Podcast16) Your Holiday Mantra: Be SelfishThe holiday season is upon us, and with it come a slew of expectations and assumptions around our behavior. The tendency is to slouch into New Years feeling burnt out, bloated, exhausted, and in desperate need of "saving" - only to then fall victim to marketers who prey on insecurity. Today, we examine how to take care of ourselves in several often-overlooked areas, like navigating social obligations, unlearning grind culture, improving our relationships, and redefining mindfulness. Take care of yourself, and each other, and let's end the year stronger than ever.
*As always, feel free to reach...2022-12-1032 min
The True Health Podcast15) Katie Burton: Sobriety, Reinvention & True HealthToday we are thrilled to have Katie Burton as our special guest on the podcast. Katie is an incredible health coach with Optimized Health, but more importantly is a passionate, vulnerable, self-actualized person doing the work to choose herself every single day. Recently celebrating 10 years sober, we discuss her origin story, battles with drugs and alcohol, sobriety journey, and the powerful lessons she has taken with her that transcend any individual area of her life. We talk through the overlap between substance abuse and food abuse, redefining your priorities, voting for yourself every day, and the power of helping...2022-12-031h 04The True Health Podcast14) How Thanksgiving Helped Me Lose 100lbsIn today's episode, I share a story of how my Thanksgiving eating many years ago brought me to feel so horrible that I decided to turn things around. I talk about several societal beliefs around our relationship with food, movement, and alcohol, and how we can begin to notice when we are making decisions for ourselves versus when society is making them for us via assumptions and enabling. I also share tips on things that worked when starting my health journey, how to stay accountable and how to start small to ultimately win big.
...2022-11-2621 minThe True Health Podcast13) Five Thanksgiving Health TipsOn Thanksgiving... it is WEIRD to not feel like garbage at the end of the meal.. think about that! Today we are diving into five strategies that will help you navigate Thanksgiving Day and the entire holiday weekend mindfully and thoughtfully. We are not focusing on restriction and deprivation, and we are always so not focusing on letting it all go in pursuit of being "back on Monday". Instead, we talk through thoughtful, deliberate, intentional ways to stay on track with your health goals in a realistic way through the holiday.
For a free 17-page guide to H...2022-11-1930 min
The True Health Podcast12) Cassie Steinberg: Rethinking Body DysmorphiaCassie Steinberg explores the intersectionality of eating behavior, body image, and identity. She earned her Bachelors and Masters Degree in Clinical Nutrition from New York University as well as being a certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor. She is a Registered Dietitian, former college athlete, and lifelong foodie. Her mission is to help people come home to their bodies and find pleasure, love, and creativity in food.
In today's conversation, we discuss how disordered eating and body image issues plague our culture much more than we'd like to admit. We talk through professional athletes' body image c...2022-11-121h 00The True Health Podcast11) 4 Ways To Plan Ahead & Feel Your BestIn this 20-minute episode, we are powering through a very specific, actionable list of things you can do tomorrow to immediate upgrade your entire health routine and feel better. We discuss four specific ways you can plan ahead to set yourself up for success. We discuss the often overlooked but critical areas like your home environment, community, accountability and scheduling, as well as things like meal planning, grocery lists, and sticking to your workout plan.
*As always, feel free to reach out at the links below.
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The True Health Podcast10) [Client Spotlight] Bryan Grone: Running & ReinventionMeet Bryan Grone, and get ready to be inspired. As a kid, Bryan could not run the required mile in gym class, and at that moment decided he was simply "not a runner". 30 years later, while as a busy parent and husband, his sense of exploration allowed him to go outside and try a very short jog in his neighborhood in upstate New York. Fast forward 12 months from that jog, and Bryan completed three half marathons, as well as 600 total miles outside. With beautiful vulnerability and reflection, this conversation unpacks the elements that allowed Bryan to unlock what was...2022-10-291h 18The True Health Podcast9) Three Keys I Used To Lose My First 30lbsToday we dig into the three keys I used to lose my first 30lbs, though the examples will help you whether you're wanting to lose 10, 20, 30, or 50lbs, or not lose weight at all and simply feel your best every day. We talk through tons of examples of how you can incorporate these things into your life, as well as me sharing stories of what worked for me during "Phase One" of my my 130lb weight loss journey.
As always, feel free to reach out at the links below. Thanks!
Optimized Health (web...2022-10-2227 minThe True Health Podcast8) Use "Habit Stacking" To Transform Your HealthIn this short, straight-forward episode, we walk through all things Habit Stacking: what it is, two ways to use it, and specific examples of what it might look like to you. I also share examples of how I used it in my personal 130lb weight loss journey. You will leave this episode with clear, simple, actionable steps to use a tool that has been a game-changer for myself and so many people.
As always, feel free to reach out at the links below. Thanks!
Optimized Health (web): https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com
Optimized Health (I...2022-10-1517 min
The True Health Podcast7) [Client Spotlight] Hannah Lawnik: Health Battles We Fight SilentlyIn our first guest episode, we are joined by Hannah Lawnik. A former health coaching client, Hannah vulnerably demonstrates (and beautifully articulates) countless examples of the internal health battles so many of us are fighting, but often don't speak to anyone about. In this conversation, we explore her childhood, her family's collective relationship with food, dieting, and fitness, and examine all the many areas of wellness that are often overlooked and under-explored.
In a culture that often obsesses about weight and physical appearance, this conversation is a reminder of what True Health must include.
-...2022-10-081h 02The True Health Podcast6) Emotional Eating & Emotional HealthCan you list out all the reasons you eat that are not hunger? Can you list the common ways you respond to stress? On today's episode, we begin exploring Emotional Eating - what it is, what it's not, and how we navigate it. I share an example of how a personal family situation triggered my journey to unhealthy eating, where I used food as an escape. Next, we dive into Emotional Health, and how True Health is not having big biceps or ripped abs. The episode ends with me sharing specific worksheet guides we use with our health coaching...2022-10-0126 minThe True Health Podcast5) Navigating Weekend vs Weekday RoutinesOne of the common challenges people face while on a health journey is navigating weekend routines. It is very common to be "on" during the week, and "off" on the weekends. Today we explore how a lot of that comes back to our childhood, our association with food, and tips on rethinking weekends to use them in your favor, instead of as time to sabotage your progress.
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As always, feel free to reach out at the links below. Thanks!
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Optimized Health (IG): https...2022-09-2424 minThe True Health Podcast4) 7 Times I Cried During My Health JourneyIn a society obsessed with sharing the highlight reels of life, this episode does the opposite. This episode explores seven times I cried during my health journey (also listed below if you want a sneak peak). My goal is simply to remind you that THIS SH*T IS HARD. It also is a reminder that crying can mean tears of joy and pride. Leading from a place of empathy and vulnerability is something I care deeply about, so here we are. I hope you connect with some of this.
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The seven examples I describe are:2022-09-1742 minThe True Health Podcast3) The 3 Elements of Your Best Workout RoutineWith the onslaught of advertisements, social media influencers, and friends telling you what works for them, it can be easy to get lost in the gigantic sea of fitness marketing, and quickly lose touch with what YOUR individual workout routine might look like. In this episode, we spend 15 minutes on three essentials, followed by 5 minutes where I share my personal current workout routine as well as other examples, to ultimately help you create the plan that works for your body, schedule and goals.
As always, feel free to reach out at the links below. Thanks!
...2022-09-1021 minThe True Health Podcast2) How "Crowding Out" Will Transform Your HealthThe typical assumption is that if you are on a health plan of any kind, you are focusing on the delicious foods you love but can longer eat. Low carb, low sugar, low fat, no gluten, no alcohol, etc. The focus is on CANNOT instead of on focusing on all of the incredible things you CAN eat. The words "deprivation" or "restriction" come to mind, and this mindset makes it very tough to sustain.
Today we learn the powerful concept of "Crowding Out", and how it can be applied to your health journey. This flips everything you...2022-09-0217 minThe True Health Podcast1) 10 Reasons Diets Don't WorkWe live in a world full of people who are obsessed with dieting, yet chronically unhealthy. Today we explore 10 Reasons Diets Don't Work, along with strategies on approaching your health plan in a more personalized, intentional way. As always, feel free to reach out at the links below. Thanks!
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Optimized Health (IG): https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching2022-08-2523 min
Being a Woman... for MenEpisode 019 - Robin SchiffIn honor of the twentieth anniversary of the release of Romy and Michele's High School Reunion, I talk with writer/producer Robin Schiff in one of my earliest interviews. She shares about her early life, how she found The Groundlings and how it changed her life for the better. A great voice for women in the industry, Robin shares her thoughts on the status quo, what she thinks needs to change and some thoughts on how to change it.2017-04-0400 min