Episodes

  • 3295: How To Use Your Gaming Skills For Fitness Success by Roger Lawson of Rog Law Fitness on Performance Mindset

    3295: How To Use Your Gaming Skills For Fitness Success by Roger Lawson of Rog Law Fitness on Performance Mindset
    Feb 15 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3295: Roger Lawson reframes fitness as the ultimate real-life RPG, showing how the persistence, strategic thinking, and reward systems gamers use can be harnessed to build healthier habits. By embracing the grind, creating your own quests, and hacking your environment, you can turn fitness into a game you’re designed to win. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://roglawfitness.com/how-to-use-your-gaming-skills-for-fitness-success/ Quotes to ponder: "You’re a gamer, and it’s time the world hears you roar." "Hopping from one program or diet to the next in search of the 'secret' is just another way of trying to circumvent the grind." "The key to success is pushing yourself consistently in small doses that make you slightly uncomfortable." Episode references: GameShark: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GameShark Taken: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0936501/ Final Fantasy: https://www.finalfantasy.com/ Metroid: https://metroid.nintendo.com/ Game Genie: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Game_Genie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • 3294: Break Free From Goals by Leo Babauta of Mnmlist on Intentional Living

    3294: Break Free From Goals by Leo Babauta of Mnmlist on Intentional Living
    Feb 15 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3294: Leo Babauta challenges the conventional wisdom of goal-setting by embracing a minimalist approach rooted in presence and passion. Rather than chasing future milestones, he advocates for a fluid, joy-driven path that prioritizes contentment in the moment, revealing that true fulfillment doesn’t require goals, just alignment with what you love. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mnmlist.com/goals Quotes to ponder: “They put pressure on us to achieve, to get certain things done. Pressure is stressful, and not always in a good way.” "Goals are a way of saying, 'When I’ve accomplished this goal, I will be happy then. I’m not happy now, because I haven’t achieved my goals.'” “When we achieve the goals, we don’t achieve happiness. We set new goals, strive for something new.” Episode references: SMART Goals: https://www.mindtools.com/a4wo118/smart-goals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • 3293: The Science of a Brain Break AND Unlocking Your Potential Through Biometrics by Jessica Spendlove on Mental Optimization

    3293: The Science of a Brain Break AND Unlocking Your Potential Through Biometrics by Jessica Spendlove on Mental Optimization
    Feb 14 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3293: Jessica Spendlove reveals how aligning with your ultradian rhythm and integrating brain breaks can elevate productivity while preventing burnout. She also explains how combining subjective awareness with biometric tracking empowers leaders to optimise energy, focus, and recovery,ensuring sustainable, high-level performance in demanding roles. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jessicaspendlove.com/the-science-of-a-brain-break-unlocking-holistic-wellbeing-and-peak-performance-for-leaders/ AND https://jessicaspendlove.com/executive-performance-unlocking-your-potential-through-biometrics/ Quotes to ponder: "Instead of pushing through with caffeine or sugary snacks, taking a 20-minute 'brain break' can recharge your mental energy and prepare you for your next productivity peak." "Subjective data, how you feel day-to-day, is a critical yet underutilised tool for maintaining long-term performance." "By understanding how your body operates, what drives your energy, what disrupts your focus, and what enhances your recovery, you can unlock your full potential as a leader." Episode references: WHOOP wearable technology: https://www.whoop.com Oura Ring sleep tracker: https://ouraring.com Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKGrmY8OSHM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • 3292: How Much Rest Do You Need Between Exercise Sets and Days and How to Design the Best Workout Routine

    3292: How Much Rest Do You Need Between Exercise Sets and Days and How to Design the Best Workout Routine
    Feb 13 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3292: Dr. Neal Malik answers a listener’s question about rest intervals during workouts, explaining how adjusting rest periods can impact strength gains, workout intensity, and recovery. Drawing from both science and personal insight, he emphasizes the balance between stress and rest as the key to progress, injury prevention, and long-term growth. Quotes to ponder: "Stress plus rest equals growth." "By limiting your rest time, you're gonna keep your heart rate up so your resistance training actually becomes kind of a cardio workout too." "Maintaining proper form is so important for injury prevention." Episode references: Peak Performance: https://www.amazon.com/Peak-Performance-Elevate-Achieve-Greater/dp/162336793X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 3291: Why I’ve Started “Running” by Jessi Kneeland on Reframing Exercise

    3291: Why I’ve Started “Running” by Jessi Kneeland on Reframing Exercise
    Feb 12 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3291: Jessi Kneeland reflects on her unexpected shift toward running, not for fitness, but as a powerful tool to process anxiety and emotional overwhelm. With vulnerability and insight, she explores how honoring her body’s intuitive need for movement helped her reclaim a sense of clarity, agency, and emotional stability. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.jessikneeland.com/post/why-i-ve-started-running Quotes to ponder: "Sometimes our bodies identify a threat, and determine that we need to flee (or fight), so they give us the literal energy we need to do so!" "When the source of stress isn’t something we can literally flee from, we still need to use up and metabolize that 'run away' energy out of us somehow!" "Sometimes we train for fun, and sometimes we train to be safe and stable, physically, mentally, and emotionally." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 3290: [Part 2] Iron Deficiency - Everything You Need To Know by Nicole Poidevin with Ideal Nutrition on Nutrient Awareness

    3290: [Part 2] Iron Deficiency - Everything You Need To Know by Nicole Poidevin with Ideal Nutrition on Nutrient Awareness
    Feb 11 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3290: Nicole Poidevin breaks down the varying iron requirements across life stages and dietary preferences, highlighting the challenges and solutions for vegans and vegetarians. Learn which foods offer the best sources of haem and non-haem iron, and how to optimize iron absorption through simple dietary pairings and timing tips. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/iron-deficiency-are-you-at-risk/ Quotes to ponder: "Organ meats such as liver are extremely nutritious, containing high amounts of iron and other nutrients." "Eating foods high in Vitamin C with those high in iron can greatly enhance absorption." "Avoiding tea and coffee with meals can also be beneficial as the tannins in these beverages can bind to iron and inhibit absorption by as much as 50%." Episode references: Nutrient Reference Values for Iron: https://www.nrv.gov.au/nutrients/iron Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • 3289: [Part 1] Iron Deficiency - Everything You Need To Know by Nicole Poidevin with Ideal Nutrition on Nutrient Awareness

    3289: [Part 1] Iron Deficiency - Everything You Need To Know by Nicole Poidevin with Ideal Nutrition on Nutrient Awareness
    Feb 10 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3289: Nicole Poidevin highlights why iron deficiency remains one of the most common and overlooked nutrient gaps, even in well-fed populations. She explains how factors like menstruation, plant-based diets, and intense exercise increase risk, and offers a clear breakdown of symptoms, causes, and treatment options. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/iron-deficiency-are-you-at-risk/ Quotes to ponder: "Iron is a mineral required for a number of functions within the body including making red blood cells and transporting oxygen around the body." "The symptoms of iron deficiency include general fatigue and weakness, pale skin, shortness of breath, headaches, dizziness, cold hands and feet, brittle nails, and more." "Athletes and those that participate in regular exercise are prone to iron deficiency due to an increased need for the mineral." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • 3288: You Are The Teacher You Have Been Waiting For by Jill Coleman of Jill Fit on Inner Authority

    3288: You Are The Teacher You Have Been Waiting For by Jill Coleman of Jill Fit on Inner Authority
    Feb 9 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3288: Jill Coleman explores the emotional traps we fall into when we rely on others to meet our expectations, only to be left feeling disappointed or disempowered. She encourages turning inward for fulfillment, reminding us that true motivation and transformation begin when we stop waiting to be saved and choose to take ownership of our lives right now. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jillfit.com/2011/09/16/teacher-waiting/ Quotes to ponder: "Excuses are our attempt to ‘excuse’ ourselves from acting like the responsible, powerful, creative human beings we are." "Are you happier or more miserable when you are waiting on someone else to change or do something to make you happy?" "YOU are what you have, right now… isn’t that great?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins