Physical therapist and endurance athlete Dr. Mike Studer joins us this week to break the myth of a one-size-fits-all approach to health. He shares why personalization—based on genetics, performance metrics, and lifestyle—is critical to long-term success in fitness, nutrition, and mental wellbeing. From sleep consistency to gut microbiome insights, Dr. Studer lays out practical strategies to help listeners become their own best scientist. Tune in to learn how to effectively experiment, track outcomes, and stop feeling like a failure for not thriving on someone else's plan.

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Chapters

(03:25) Understanding SNPs and Personal Choices

(09:19) The Role of Autonomy and Beliefs in Health

(15:54) Gamification and Measurement in Health Choices

(17:46) The Importance of Sleep and Its Variability

(22:50) Genetics, Microbiome, and Personal Health

(26:08) Becoming Your Own Scientist in Health

(28:01) The Personalization of Health and Wellness

(32:36) Conclusion: Statistics vs. Individual Experience

Key Moments

“Statistics are for populations, not people.”

“We’re always our own best scientist and best prescriber.”

“You get dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin from doing what you believe is healthy for your future self.”

Connect with Our Guest

• Website: MikeStuder.com
  
  
• LinkedIn: Mike Studer on LinkedIn
  
  
• Book: The Brain That Chooses Itself

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